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ACTIVITIES GUIDE
September-December 2018
ADULT & YOUTH ATHLETICS * AFTERSCHOOL
ACTIVITIES * DAY & OVERNIGHT TRIPS * EVENTS & MORE
WWW.ROCKINGHAMCOUNTYVA.GOV/RECREATION
20 East Gay Street
Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Monday-Friday | 8am-5pm
540-564-3160 | www.rockinghamcountyva.gov/recreation
Mission Statement Vision Statement
To foster lifetime involvement in and appreciation of activities Our youth activities prepare for the
that enrich the lives of all citizens of Rockingham County by future, as our adult activities
providing high quality recreation and leisure programs. strengthen the present.
Table of Contents
3 COMMUNITY EVENTS
4 AFTER SCHOOL
5-6 YOUTH PROGRAMS
Toddler & Preschool 5
Youth 6
7-15 PROGRAMS ZooLights Pg. 18
Active Adult 7
Special Interest 8
Crochet 9
Hand Piecing & Quilting 9
In the Kitchen 10
Seminars 11-12
Community Safety 13-14
50+ Adults 15
16-21 TRIPS
Adventures 16 Kombucha Pg. 10 Toddler Open Gym Pg. 5
Shopping & Dining 17
Dinner Theaters & Holiday Parks & Recreation Staff
Tours 18 DIRECTOR Kirby Dean
RECREATION PROGRAMS SUPERVISOR Jerry West
Visit Virginia 19 PARK MANAGER Marco Knorr
Beyond Virginia 20 COMMUNITY CENTER COORDINATOR Taylor May
Overnight 21 CHILDCARE COORDINATOR Regina Phillips
RECREATION TECHNICIAN David Kiser
21 REFUND POLICY ATHLETIC TECHNICIAN Dontaé Gholson
ATHLETIC TECHNICIAN Carley Jenkins
22 INFORMATION ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANT Denise Dean
PART-TIME MEDIA SPECIALIST Ashton Rawley
Facility Rentals How Do I Register?
Plains District Community Center Online
233 McCauley Drive, Timberville, VA 22853 www.rockinghamcountyva.gov/recreation
Call for reservations; 540-896-2824
The facility consists of a game room, Phone
kitchen, meeting and craft rooms. 540-564-3160
Center Hours: In-Person
Monday, Wednesday-Friday 9am-8pm Rockingham County Parks & Recreation Dept.
Tuesday 12-8pm 20 East Gay Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Saturday 1-8pm Monday-Friday 8am-5pm
Sunday 1-5pm
By Mail (see form pg. 22)
Room Name Capacity Hourly Fee Send payment along with program/trip registration form to
Chamber 10 $5 Rockingham County Parks & Recreation Dept.
20 East Gay Street, Harrisonburg, VA 22802
Meeting 45 $10
Arts & Crafts 60 $10 Payment Methods
Cash | Check | Visa | Mastercard
Community 200 $20 Make Checks Payable to:
Kitchen — $25 Flat Fee Rockingham County Parks & Recreation (RCPR)
Singers Glen Community Center
9410 Singers Glen Road, Singers Glen, VA 22850 Location Codes
Call for reservations; 540-564-3160 EMU Eastern Mennonite University
The facility has a gymnasium, kitchen and meeting rooms. JFHMS J. Frank Hillyard Middle School
MMS Montevideo Middle School
Bergton Community Center MVES Mountain View Elementary School
17784 Criders Road, Bergton, VA 22811 PDCC Plains District Community Center
Call for reservations; 540-564-3160 RCAC Rockingham County Administration Center
The facility has a kitchen, all purpose room RPC Rockingham Park at the Crossroads
with stage, meeting rooms and a mini library. The outside SGCC Singers Glen Community Center
area consists of a picnic shelter and playground. WPMS Wilbur Pence Middle School
Connect with Us! Disclaimer
This activities guide is published for informational purposes
only. RCPR strives to produce the most accurate activities
guide possible. However, some program information may
have changed after this has gone to print. We will make
every effort to notify participants of the changes.
Inclement Weather
Incase of inclement weather please refer to our social media
pages and WHSV.com for closings. If Rockingham County
Administrative Offices are closed ALL parks and recreation
activities will be cancelled.
Holiday Closures
Monday, October 8 | Columbus Day | RCAC & PDCC Closed
Monday, November 12 | Veteran’s Day (Observed) | RCAC & PDCC Closed
Wednesday, November 21 | RCAC & PDCC Closing at 12pm
Thursday, November 22-Friday, November 23 | Thanksgiving Holiday | RCAC & PDCC Closed
Monday, December 24-Tuesday, December 25 | Christmas Holiday | RCAC & PDCC Closed
Monday, December 31 | New Years Eve | PDCC Closing at 5pm
Tuesday, January 1 | New Years Day | RCAC & PDCC Closed
Friday, January 18 | Lee-Jackson Day | RCAC & PDCC Closed
Monday, January 20 | Martin Luther King Jr. Day | RCAC & PDCC Closed 2
Community Events
4th Annual
Pumpkin Painting Party
Pumpkin painting, cookie decorating, Halloween themed crafts and snacks – oh my! This is a great
event for the entire family. Supplies are included; all pumpkins are donated by Showalter’s Orchard.
Fee $5 per Pumpkin | Register By October 19
October 27 | Saturday | All Ages | 10am-12pm | PDCC
Fall Community Yard Sale
Register now for a space at our fall community
yard sale. Spaces are approximately 18’x18’ (two Breakfast with
parking spaces). Tables and electricity are not
provided. Food and craft vendors are welcome! Santa & Mrs. Claus
This event will take place rain or shine. Check-in Come out and enjoy a short visit and breakfast
and set-up will be from 6-7:30am ONLY. with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Bring your camera and
Fee $15 | Register By September 14 snap a holiday photo! Pre-registration is required.
September 22 | Saturday Fee $5 per Child | Register By December 11
7:30am-12pm | RCAC December 15 | Saturday | 9:30-11am
All Ages | RCAC
Stop, Drop & Run 5K Family Movie Night
We are partnering with the Timberville Volunteer
Fire Department for the first Stop, Drop & Run Save the dates for the movie nights at Plains
5K. The 5K will start and end at the Plains District District Community Center! The movies will be
Community Center, where there will be activities shown on our projection system in the
for all ages at the finish line! Strollers and dogs Community Room. Themed activities will be
(on leashes) are welcome, ages 12 and under available for your little ones to participate in
are free! All proceeds will benefit the Timberville before the movie and concessions will be
Volunteer Fire Department. Pre-register by available for purchase (cash only).
September 21 to receive a t-shirt. FREE | Register By One Week Prior
Fee Before 9/21 $25, After 9/21 $30 All Ages | Doors Open 4pm, Movie Starts 5pm
October 13 | 9am | PDCC December 1 | Saturday | “Polar Express” | PDCC
February 2 | Saturday | “Frozen” | PDCC
3
Discount Skiing or Snowboarding
for Massanutten Resort!
Package Options:
Lift Ticket Only
Lift Ticket & Lessons
Lift Ticket & Rentals
Lift Ticket, Rentals & Lessons
Call our office for price information in
November, tickets available in December!
540-564-3160 *Cash or Credit Only!*
Afterschool
August 21, 2018-June 6, 2019
Pre-Kindergarten-5th Grade
Monday-Friday, Afterschool-6pm
Each day students will have opportunities for crafts, outdoor play, games and homework.
Fee includes daily afternoon snack.
School Locations*:
*Space is limited. Please call our office to confirm availability, some schools may be full.
Cub Run, Fulks Run, John C. Myers, John Wayland, Lacey Spring, McGaheysville,
Mountain View, Ottobine, Pleasant Valley and Peak View
Registration Fee:
$50 per child (non-refundable)
Monthly Fees:
4-5 days per week-$110/$95 siblings
3 days per week-$80
1-2 days per week-$55 4Toddler & Preschool Toddler Ballet
Apples & Pumpkins: Science In this class, your little one will be learning the
Join us for a mini apples and pumpkins class where basic skills of ballet. The instructor will
we will perform science experiments, make a craft, incorporate dancing while ensuring your child
eat a snack, learn about life cycles and much more! has lots of fun playing!
Fee $25 | Register By September 26 Fee $20 | Register By September 10
October 3-24 | Wednesdays | 6-7:30pm September 15-October 6 | Saturdays | 9-10am
Ages 2.5-5 | PDCC Ages 2-3 | MVES
Toddler Basketball Clinic Lil' Wigglers
During this five week course, your toddler will learn This class is a great opportunity for your toddler
about the basics of exercise, parts of their body, to get their wiggles out. Bring your little ones out
healthy foods and the basics of the sport. It is a great for an energizing morning with musical
opportunity to introduce your child to basketball. instruments, a parachute and other fun activities.
Fee $35 | Register By October 9 Fee $20 | Register By September 10
October 16-November 13 | Tuesdays | 6:30-7pm September 15-October 6 | Saturdays | 10-11am
Ages 2-5 | MMS Ages 2-3 | MVES
Toddler Open Gym
Join us for toddler open gym and let your child get some of
their energy out! We will have a variety of toys, trikes,
bouncy balls and more for hours of fun! Does not meet
Saturday, 11/24. If Rockingham County Schools are
cancelled due to weather, open gym will also be cancelled.
Fee $1 per Family | No Pre-Registration
September 17-December 17 | Mondays | 5-7pm | SGCC
November 10-December 22 | Saturdays | 9-11am | PDCC
Art & Movement Messy Makers
This is a 45 minute parent/child class with art, Join us for an hour of fun filled art activities.
movement and story as a way for parents to engage Each artist will be able to take home a
with their toddlers in exploring materials, encouraging painted canvas along with other activities
sensory experiences and developing fine motor skills. completed in the session.
Fee $25 | Register By September 24 Fee $20 | Register By September 28
September 29-October 20 | Saturdays | 10-10:45am October 6 | Saturday | 11am-12pm
Ages 2-3 | PDCC Ages 3-5 | MVES
Holiday Family Workshop
Join us as we prepare for Christmas time! We will write letters to Santa, make ornaments, holiday crafts
and take home some recipes to share with your family. Parents are encouraged to stay.
Fee $12 | Register By One Week Prior | Ages 2.5-5
November 28 | Wednesday | 6-7:30pm | PDCC | Gingerbread Man & Ornaments
December 1 | Saturday | 10-11:30am | RCAC | Santa Letters & Crafts
5 December 12 | Wednesday | 6-7:30pm | PDCC | Jingle Bells Crafts & GamesGirls Basketball
Age groups are 5-6 (clinic only), 7-8, 9-10,
11-13 and 14-18 and are divided by school
Youth
districts. Practices and games will be held *No late registrations for youth athletics
on one or two weeknights and Saturdays.
Night of play varies.
Fee $35 | Register By September 17
Ages 5-13 (Age as of 9/30/18)
Kung Fu
Kung Fu is comprised of many different fighting styles
Season November-December
developed throughout China over thousands of years
Boys Basketball and made popular through the films of Bruce Lee, Jet
Li, and Jackie Chan. Kung Fu is also a fun way to
Age groups are 5-6 (clinic only), 7-8, 9-10,
achieve physical fitness and mental focus. Come
11-13 and 14-18 and are divided by school
learn from the Changquan, Hung Gar, and Wing
districts. Practices and games will be held
Chun systems of Chinese martial arts while
on one or two weeknights and Saturdays.
developing balance, strength and speed.
Night of play varies.
$60 | Register By September 21
Fee $35 | Register By November 30
October 6-November 10 | Saturdays | 11am-12:30pm
Ages 5-18 (Age as of 9/30/18)
Ages 7-12 | MVES
Season January-February
Kids Kitchen DNA: the Amazing Molecule
Have little ones at home who are eager to This hands-on workshop is suitable for elementary and
help in the kitchen? In this class, your child home-schooled students. The presentation begins with
will learn safety and the basics of cooking. a demonstration of DNA spooling and an introduction to
They will learn step-by-step how to cook an the structure and function of DNA. Students will then
entire meal, including a dessert. After the isolate DNA from their own cheek cells in a visible form,
meal is prepared, parents and children will which they can take home as a souvenir.
get to dig in and enjoy! FREE | Register By October 1
Fee $25 | Register By October 29 October 3 | Wednesday | 6-7pm
November 5 | Monday | 6-8pm All Ages | RCAC
Ages 8-14 | PDCC
Art Expression for Girls
As teenagers begin to explore and discover their own identities, it can be challenging to express their
thoughts and experiences to themselves and others. This 4-week art class offers a safe place for
teenage girls to explore how to visually communicate who they are and what is important to them
through the process of creating art.
Fee $35 | Register By September 24
September 29-October 20 | Saturdays | 11am-12pm | Ages 13-15 | PDCC
Co-Sponsored Youth Athletic Information
Shenandoah Valley United
Winter U6-U14 Soccer Clinics
Maximize player development.
Small groups broken up by age and ability.
Registration opens in November and Focus on ball mastery and skill/technique development.
programs begin December-January! Challenge players in a fun, safe, professional environment led
For more information: by certified Coaches.
www.ShenValleySoccer.com Multiple days, times and locations available for registration.
www.facebook.com/svusoccer Tryouts for Fall and Spring Competitive League anytime
540-383-6341 throughout the year (Contact staff for more information) 6Indoor Climbing Night
Active Adult Get your climbing fix in during the cold winter
months. Or if you’re a beginner and wanting to
Open Gym Basketball learn in a more controlled environment, this is
perfect for you as well! Come out and see what
Come out on Mondays to get your game on! If indoor climbing is all about.
needed, we will have plenty of space with two or Fee $25 | Register By December 6
three games running at once. No pre-registration December 13 | Thursday | 6-9pm | Ages 10+ | EMU
required, sign in sheet will be available on site.
Adult Recreation Basketball
FREE | September 10-October 15 | Mondays
Ages 16+ | 6:30-8:30pm | JFHMS
The adult basketball season, open to men and women,
Co-Ed Volleyball will start January 14 and run through early March.
Make-up games are at the discretion of the
The winter co-ed volleyball season will start department. Final rosters are due by first game.
January 9 and run through the end of Fee $350 per team | Register By November 30
February. Make-up games are at the Ages 16+ | 6:30-10:30pm | JFHMS
discretion of the department and can be Season January-March | Mondays
played on any night. Teams must begin each
match with equal or more females on the
court. Space is limited to the first 8 teams.
Fee $175 per team | Register By December 8
Ages 16+ | 6:30-9:30pm | WPMS
January-February | Wednesdays
Yoga at the Park
Salute the sun and vinyasa flow! Connect with nature, calm your mind and energize your body. Led by
certified yoga instructor Michelle Ross, you will learn and practice a series of poses called Sun
Salutations, which is at the core of any vinyasa-style yoga practice. All skill levels welcome.
Fee-6 classes for $90 or $18 per class for drop-in
Register By One Week Prior | Ages 4+ | RPC
September 15-October 20 | Saturdays | 7-8am | Sunrise Yoga Sun Salutation
September 16-October 21 | Sundays | 4-5pm | Sunday Afternoon Vinyasa Flow
Flying Rainbow Fan Tai Chi
A beautiful and exciting Tai Chi form employing graceful, flowing fans with the healing movements of
Tai Chi. Section One will include fan techniques and the opening section of Flying Rainbow Fan and
can be done as a stand-alone form. This a therapy exercise that is so much fun you will want to do
forever! Instructor is Jennifer Stroop Hensley, a Flying Rainbow Fan certified instructor.
Fee $29 | Register By September 26
7 October 3-17 | Wednesdays | 11am-12pm | Ages 18+ | RCACTherapy Dog Prep
Thought about training your dog to be a
Special Interest
therapy dog? This course is designed to
get you ready for the certification test
Dog Behavior
(offered at the end of class). This class is Does your dog jump all over you or lunge at the
not suitable for aggressive dogs. A copy of end of the leash when they see other dogs? This
a current rabies vaccination must be class is a great chance for you to teach them some
provided at time of registration. Ages 8+ extra manners! We will learn basic obedience
are permitted to become certified with their commands (sit, down, stay, come, etc.) and
dogs, but must be accompanied by an demonstrate how to have a fun, balanced and
adult. If your dog has ever severely bitten happy life with your dog. There will be time to
a person or another dog, please contact discuss and work on individual issues/questions.
Jessica Troop at troopjessica@yahoo.com Your dog must have a current rabies vaccine. If
before registering. Please check your dog has ever severely bitten a person or
requirements for TDI to check that your another dog, please contact Jessica Troop at
dog is able to participate (www.tdi- troopjessica@yahoo.com before registering.
dog.org). Test will be on Saturday, Children must be accompanied by an adult.
November 10 at the Lucy Simms Building. Fee $85 | Register By November 20
Fee $105 | Register By September 26 Nov. 28-Dec. 19 | Wednesdays | 6:30-7:30pm
Oct. 3-Nov. 7 | Wednesdays | 6:30-7:30pm Ages 8+ | MVES
Ages 8+ | MVES
Art Journaling for Women
This workshop will introduce you to the creative
Breastfeeding Class process of Art Journaling, combining the
introspective practice of journaling with a variety of
Join a Certified Lactation Counselor for a 3 art techniques. We will focus on "Growing Your
hour, detailed breastfeeding class. Learn Garden" as a metaphor for our well-being by
about the science, benefits, what to exploring creative ways in finding inspiration and
expect, milk supply and proper techniques. gaining perspective when life feels overwhelming.
Also, dispel the myths to save yourself No journaling or art experience required!
some stress! This course is recommended Fee $35 | Register By November 23
during pregnancy and partners are December 1-15 | Saturdays | 10-11:30am
encouraged to come! It is also important Ages 13+ | PDCC
for anyone interested in becoming a doula
or another peer support person.
Fee $55 | Register By October 29
November 3 | Saturday | 9am-12pm
Conversational Spanish II
Ages 16+ | RCAC This highly participatory course is to improve your
speaking ability and expand your knowledge of the
Conversational Spanish Spanish vocabulary. This course is designed for
students who are familiar with basic grammar
This is an introductory Spanish course for English (nouns, adjectives, articles, etc.) and would like to
speaking students with little or no Spanish focus on increasing fluidity. In addition to providing
background. The emphasis in this course will be opportunities for spontaneous conversational
on communication and will be taught using a practice, this course will help you build your arsenal
variety of interactive methods. Regular of Spanish knowledge with new vocabulary,
attendance, participation in activities, idiomatic expressions and popular proverbs.
conversation exercises and weekly independent Fee $100 | Register By January 3
study reinforce topics discussed in class. January 8-March 19 | Tuesdays | 6-8pm
Fee $100 | Register By January 3 Ages 5+ | RCAC
January 10-March 21 | Thursdays | 6-8pm
Ages 5+ | RCAC 8Crochet Beginners Crochet
During this 4 week class, you will learn basic crochet
stitches and concepts as well as how to read a simple
pattern. We will make various small projects. Supplies are
not included. This class will be taught in right handed style.
Fee $45 | Register By September 21
September 29-October 20 | Saturdays | 9-11:30am
Ages 15+ | RCAC
Advanced Crochet
Already know the basics about crochet? Come learn about fun new projects just in time for Christmas!
We will be able to cover the granny square, chevron pattern and Amigurumi (Japanese art of knitting/
crocheting small, stuffed creatures). Please come with a project in mind and all the supplies you will
need. This class will be taught in right hand style.
Fee $35 | Register By September 21
September 29-October 13 | Saturdays | 1-3:30pm | Ages 15+ | RCAC
Hand Piecing & Quilting
Beginner Beyond Basics
Are you searching for a new hobby? Enjoy this six Learn to piece curves for a multitude of patterns
week class to learn how to make beautiful quilts the that you can add to the basic nine patch block.
old fashion way. Get back to the basics and enjoy This is a continuation for previous students, but
this inexpensive, stress relieving hobby without anyone can join who is familiar with straight hand
using modern conveniences. Supplies will not be piecing. Supplies will not be provided, but
provided, but participants will be given a supply list participants will be given a supply list authored by
authored by the instructor prior to the class. the instructor prior to the class.
Fee $65 | Register By October 1 Fee $45 | Register By December 28
October 4-November 8 | Thursdays | 7-9pm January 3-24 | Thursdays | 7-9pm
Ages 11+ | PDCC Ages 11+ | PDCC
Basic Applique
Meet Sunbonnet Sue as we learn the basics of hand applique the old fashioned way. This is a
continuation for previous students, but anyone can join who is familiar with hand piecing. Supplies will
not be provided, but participants will be given a supply list authored by the instructor prior to the class.
Fee $45 | Register By February 4
February 7-28 | Thursdays | 7-9pm | Ages 11+ | PDCC
9Canning Seminar
Learn the process of home canning and
explanation of all the different types (open
In the Kitchen
kettle, water bath and pressure processing).
We will also review the necessary equipment Pies & Pastries
and find out what is and is not needed with all Learn how to make some classic treats such as
the fancy gizmos in today’s society. pies, danishes and cream puffs. Types of pastries
Fee $25 | Register By September 17 and basic recipes for various different uses will be
September 20 | Thursday | 6:30-8:30pm covered. We will mix and make pie/tart crust, talk
Ages 13+ | PDCC about the ingredients and what they do, learn
about mixing techniques, rolling and shaping and
Instant Pot®: Beginner much more. From scratch is always better than
store bought. We will eat what we make!
Do you have an instant pot® and not sure what Fee $25 | Register By September 24
to do with it? It’s old technology in a new September 27 | Thursday | 6:30-8:30pm
package, pressure cooking is the original fast Ages 13+ | PDCC
food! Come check out its many features and try
a simple recipe. Bring your cooker along to get
acquainted and we will eat what we make.
Fee $25 | Register By November 5
November 8 | Thursday | 6:30-8:30pm
Ages 13+ | PDCC
Kombucha
The effervescent fermented tea, Kombucha, does wonders for balancing your gut health but can be
expensive to keep consistent in your lifestyle. Folks have been making Kombucha at home for years
because, well, it’s easy (with the right instructions)! This class gives you everything you need to start
brewing Kombucha at home including a Brew Guide, the essential SCOBY, a copy of “Flavor of the
Week” (a recipe book for flavoring your ‘bucha), and a “Bucha, Baby!” (the instructor’s own home-brew
to tide you over until your batch is ready).
Fee $30 | Register By September 14
Simple Herbal Remedies
October 6 | Saturday | 11am-1pm | Ages 12+ | RCAC
Your backyard, the local creek bank and even your spice rack can yield resources for making simple
effective remedies for aches, pains, fevers and other ailments. Learn to make a simple tincture,
salves and balms. We will cover the basics so you can try it at home. We will make and take a salve
and lip balm.
Fee $25 | Register By December 3
December 6 | Thursday | 6:30-8:30pm | Ages 13+ | PDCC 10Seminars
Elections
The American Militia Movement
Benjamin D. Albers will explore the origins and influence of
right-wing paramilitarism in the United States, focusing on
the ways in which militia ideologies represent amplified or
Bobbi Gentry provides an explanation of exaggerated versions of common American narratives and
election laws, requirements and differences myths.
between states. FREE | Register By September 20
FREE | Register By October 9 September 24 | Monday | 6-7pm | RCAC
October 11 | Thursday | 6-7pm | RCAC
Russia in the 21st Century
International Affairs David K. Mcquilkin presents a discussion on the Russian
This presentation focuses on global political, political, economic and international policy as Russia
economic and cultural issues. attempts to transform itself in the post-Soviet world.
FREE | Register By December 3 FREE | Register By November 14
November 16 | Friday | 6-7pm | RCAC
December 5 | Wednesday | 6-7pm | RCAC
Philosophy & Music Globalization & HIV Prevention
This presentation focuses on emerging research on how
Jacob Graham’s presentation will explore messages about HIV/AIDS are translated between global and
philosophical themes of music such as time, local actors.
beauty, politics, (dis)harmony, etc. FREE | Register By October 30
FREE | Register By October 12 November 1 | Thursday | 6-7pm | RCAC
October 16 | Tuesday | 6-7pm | RCAC
The Impact of a Changing World
Financial Literacy 101 David K. McQuilkin addresses the complex relationship
Marcellina K. Hamilton presentation will between terrorism and modernity, and how a changing world
emphasize the importance of financial literacy/ will influence these concepts during the next generation.
skills as a critical component in the education of FREE | Register By December 11
a whole person to live a meaningful life. December 13 | Thursday | 6-7pm | RCAC
Fundamental concepts will be considered, such
as prudently tracking spending, deterring debt
by limiting college loans to first year income History of Chainmail Armor
after school, grasping the power of Gavin R. Lawson gives a presentation on the history and
compounding and the Rule of 72. construction of chainmail armor including modern
FREE | Register By October 19 applications, everything from jewelry to protective suits for
October 23 | Tuesday | 6-7pm | RCAC shark divers. He will include examples of chainmail weaves
for participants to examine.
Competitive Edge FREE | Register By November 30
December 4 | Tuesday | 6-7pm | RCAC
Gavin R. Lawson’s presentation is on the history
of swords, armor and fighting techniques from
the fall of the Roman Empire to the Knowing, Believing, & Teaching
Renaissance, including a demonstration of Drawing from the philosophy of John Dewey, Sam
longsword combat. Hamilton’s presentation reflects on the interconnections
FREE | Register By November 6 between an individual’s theories of right and wrong. He also
November 8 | Thursday | 6-7pm | RCAC explains their assumptions about how knowledge happens,
and how those theories and assumptions undergird a theory
Creativity Myths of teaching.
FREE | Register By October 26
Erin Morris Miller discusses the misconceptions October 30 | Tuesday | 6-7pm | RCAC
about creativity and presents research-based
guidance about how to develop creativity in the Brazilian Jiu Jitsu
home, school and workplace. Kevin Pallister’s presentation is an educational introduction
FREE | Register By November 16 to the martial arts style of Brazilian Jiu Jitsu and its
November 20 | Tuesday | 6-7pm | RCAC applications to self-defense.
FREE | Register By November 20
11 November 27 | Tuesday | 6-7pm | RCACDecide!
Do you get immobilized by choices in life? Are
there choices that continue to hang over your
Seminars
head? Chip Studwell presents on decision making
and will teach you how to free up your life. Leadership Lessons
Indecisiveness increases stress and anxiety, Marcellina Hamilton’s presentation focuses on how an
impacts our relationships and work and evolved leader inspires. Discussions of the theories of
compromises our fulfillment in life. leadership that work in the 21st century will be
FREE | Register By September 17 deliberated; emphasis will be on noble influencers and
September 20 | Thursday | 6-7pm | RCAC honorable practices.
FREE | Register By December 4
Memory Strategies December 6 | Thursday | 6-7pm | RCAC
Chip Studwell gives a presentation that will show
how to apply this basic principle and a technique Brain Awareness
that demonstrates it. The key to knowing Moshe Khurgel gives an overview of the nervous system
information is connecting new and unfamiliar for K-12 schools and the general public, with the goal of
things to something that is familiar. raising awareness and improving scientific literacy.
FREE | Register By November 29 Topics may be tailored for specific subtopics such as
December 3 | Monday | 6-7pm | RCAC brain injury, neurodegenerative diseases and memory.
FREE | Register By November 5
Financial Aid November 7 | Wednesday | 6-7pm | RCAC
Scott Morrison’s presentation reviews the federal
and Virginia financial aid programs, financial need College & Disability Prep
and the Free Application for Federal Student Aid Chip Studwell will be presenting on college disability
(FAFSA). The session also provides advice to preparation and why resources are not utilized.
students and parents on the financial aid process. Approximately 50 percent of college students who are
FREE | Register By November 8 eligible for accommodations do not use them. This can
November 12 | Monday | 6-7pm | RCAC negatively affect academic performance. He will explain
why this happens and what students and parents can do
College Admissions Process to be prepared for college.
FREE | Register By September 27
Mark Griffin will be presenting on the college
admissions process including admissions, financial October 1 | Monday | 6-7pm | RCAC
aid and visits. This session provides a road map of
the process.
Test Taking 101
FREE | Register By October 16 Chip Studwell presentation focuses on barriers to
October 18 | Thursday | 6-7pm | RCAC learning and how to manage them. Do you read a page
and recall nothing? Read two sentences repeatedly
Biofuels and nothing sinks in? Do you feel you know the
information and are just not a good test taker? Chip
Dr. Stephen F. Baron presents on biologically Studwell presentation focuses on barriers to learning
produced fuels and energy alternatives including and how to manage them. Then this presentation is for
methane, ethanol, biodiesel, hydrogen, microbial fuel you. Find out what may be interfering with your
cells and biodegradable plastics. You will learn more learning and what to do about it.
about these fuels and energy alternatives. FREE | Register By November 1
FREE | Register By September 21 November 5 | Monday | 6-7pm | RCAC
September 25 | Tuesday | 6-7pm | RCAC
Your Medicine Cabinet
From Gas to Stars This session offers a closer look at the drug discovery
process, from the historical influences to the scientific
Stars are born from gas and dust. This presentation
breakthroughs to the ethical dilemmas. To be informed
will look at the conditions necessary and processes
consumers and, perhaps more importantly, to be
leading to the formation of stars and planets. The
cognizant patients, the devil is in the details.
group will examine what observations from ground
FREE | Register By October 2
and space-based telescopes reveal about the details
October 4 | Thursday | 6-7pm | RCAC
and nature of star formation.
FREE | Register By October 25
October 29 | Monday | 6-7pm | RCAC 12Community Safety Boating Safety Course
Concealed Handgun This course is recommended for motivated
students with good reading and comprehension
Here is your chance to learn the basics in skills who want to learn more about the
handgun safety and complete a course for your fundamentals of safe and responsible boating.
concealed handgun permit all in one day. You will As of July 1, 2016, all operators (regardless of
learn the safe operation and handling of a firearm. age) of PWCs (personal watercraft such as jet
This class does not include any shooting practice skis, Sea Doos, and Wave Runners) and
but does include hands on demonstration with the operators (regardless of age) of motorboats
instructor’s firearms ONLY, no outside firearms with a motor of 10 horsepower or greater will be
allowed. All classes are taught by a certified required to have a boating safety education
instructor and will satisfy the education course completion card on board when
requirements for the concealed permit, but operating a PWC or motorboat.
participants must apply for their permit through FREE | Register By January 11
their local court house. Classes held at RCAC are January 19 | Saturday | 9am-3pm
conducted in conjunction with Dubby’s Fishing Ages 16+ | RCAC
and Hunting store. Classes held at PDCC are
conducted by Mike Guthrie.
Fee $80 | Register By One Week Prior | Ages 21+
September 8 | Saturday | 9am-1pm | PDCC
September 10 | Monday | 6-10:30pm | RCAC
October 8 | Monday | 6-10:30pm | RCAC
October 13 | Saturday | 9am-1pm | PDCC
November 10 | Saturday | 9am-1pm | PDCC
December 8 | Saturday | 9am-1pm | PDCC
December 10 | Monday | 6-10:30pm | RCAC
January 12 | Saturday | 9am-1pm | PDCC
Basic Hunter Education Course
Upon completion of this course you will receive a Virginia Hunter Education certificate. The Basic
Hunter Education Course covers material on hunting safety, principles of conservation and
sportsmanship. Students are required to complete the self-study prior to class and will have to turn in the
chapter review exercises from the self-study to the instructor at the beginning of class and they may be
turned away if the chapter review exercises are not completed.
FREE | Register By September 26
October 6 | Saturday | Ages 12+ | 8am-4pm | RCAC
AARP Smart Driver
Participants will learn defensive driving techniques, new traffic laws, and rules of the road to safely
adjust driving to compensate for age-related changes. Persons who complete the course will be issued
a Certificate of Completion to be provided to your insurance company for a discount. Please be sure to
bring your driver’s license with you to class. Please feel free to bring a brown bag lunch to class. All
course materials are provided to participants and no tests are involved. Instructor Stan Rockett.
Fee $15 AARP Members/$20 Non-Members | Register By October 16
13 October 23 | Tuesday | Ages 55+ | 8:30am-4:30pm | RCACChurch Security
Representatives of Rockingham County Community Safety
Sheriff's Department will present on trending
security information regarding how to secure Drug Awareness & Safety
your church. You will learn about weaknesses The Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office and RUSH
your church may have, how to fix them and Task Force will present topics including their
different strategies that are effective in making jurisdiction, illegal drugs purchased and seized in
sure your church is as safe as it can be from the community, trends dealing with
potential threats. Everyone is welcome to methamphetamine, heroin, cocaine, marijuana and
attend that might find this information useful. prescription pills, the seizure of assets and
FREE | Register By September 25 forfeiture, covert operations and who to contact to
September 27 | Thursday | 6-8pm report drug information.
Ages 12+ | RCAC FREE | Register By November 13
November 20 | Tuesday | 7-8pm
Fire Safety Ages 12+ | RCAC
Rockingham County Fire & Rescue will give a
presentation on the top 5 causes of residential
Teen Dating Safety
fires and holiday fire safety. During this This class, instructed by Rockingham County
presentation you will learn how to properly use an Sheriff’s Deputies, is for parents, guardians and
extinguisher and get the opportunity to use our fire adolescents. We will discuss ways to keep your
extinguisher training system. We will also discuss children safe as they begin to form personal
steps you can take to reduce the chance of fire in relationships in school, social media, etc. We will
your home and provide for a safer environment for cover topics such as date rape, sexual assault,
yourself and your family. abuse, cyber dating, and ways to set boundaries,
FREE | Register By One Week Prior limits and getting involved with your children.
November 1 | Thursday | Fire Safety in your Home Other topics include warning signs and what
November 8 | Thursday | Holiday Fire Safety parents/guardians can do if they suspect
6-8pm | Ages 11+ | RCAC something is wrong.
FREE | Register By November 13
November 20 | Tuesday | 6-7pm
Social Media Safety Ages 12+ | RCAC
Members of the Rockingham County Sheriff’s Office
will give a presentation on social media, internet and Fraud & Scam Prevention
smartphone safety for parents and children. During Learn how to protect yourself from internet fraud
this presentation, you will learn about the many and scams. Every day people are faced with
social apps, the risks of these apps that children are scams through the internet, phone and mail. A
using to communicate utilizing the internet and Rockingham County Sheriff’s Department
smartphones. You will learn safety tips on how to instructor will teach you how to stay safe and
ensure your child does not become a victim and what you should do if you do become a victim of
how to utilize social apps and internet safely. a scam.
FREE | Register By November 20 FREE | Register By November 26
November 29 | Thursday | 6-7pm November 29 | Thursday | 7-8pm
Ages 12+ | RCAC Ages 12+ | RCAC
Women’s Self Defense
Rockingham County Deputies conduct three 90 minute Women’s Self Defense classes. The classes are
three consecutive days set up for basic and more advanced self-defense skills and the entire class is
hands on life saving. The classes contains components such as how to better personal awareness,
defend against aggressive attackers, how to strike, punch and kick. An instructor will wear a padded
“red man suit” on the third day so that students can use the skills they have learned.
October 9-11 | Tuesday-Thursday | 6-7:30pm | Ages 12+ | JFHMS
December 4-6 | Tuesday-Thursday | 6-7:30pm | Ages 12+ | MMS 14The Other Dementias
50+ Adults This class will provide an overview of the various
types of dementia beyond Alzheimer’s. It will
Coping with Dementia include information about dementias such as
Caring for a person with Alzheimer’s or a related Lewy Body, Pick’s Disease, Vascular and
dementia is difficult. This class, taught by an Parkinsonian. Participants will also be provided
Alzheimer’s Association instructor, is designed to information related to dementias as a result of
assist you in; understanding changes that occur in substance abuse or other health disorders. The
the various stages of Alzheimer’s, specific tips on focus will be on the communication, behaviors and
how to assist yourself and the person with these management related to the various dementias.
changes, the value of self-care for the caregiver FREE | Register By October 23
and resources for additional outside assistance. October 30 | Tuesday | 10-11am | RCAC
FREE | Register By September 11
September 18 | Tuesday | 10-11am | RCAC
Matter of Balance
Adults who are concerned about falling often
Tai Chi for COPD & Asthma allow the fear of falling to limit their activities,
resulting in increased physical weakness, thus
This class is specifically designed for those with making the risk of falling even greater. This
COPD, Asthma and/or respiratory issues and has class is designed to reduce the fear of falling
been scientifically tested as suitable exercise and increase activity levels. Participants will
therapy to improve lung function, health status and learn to view falls as controllable, set goals for
more. It will also improve balance, flexibility, increasing activity, make changes to reduce fall
immunity, mental focus and mood. Instructor is risks and participate in gentle exercise to
Jennifer Stroop Hensley, Certified Tai Chi instructor increase strength and balance. This class is
specializing in teaching those with health issues. free, but paperwork is required.
Fee $29 | Register By September 26 FREE | Register By September 18
October 3-17 | Wednesdays | 10-10:45am September 25-November 13 | Tuesdays | 7-9pm
Ages 18+ | RCAC Ages 60+ | PDCC
Medicare 101 Computers 101
Have you found that choosing the right This class will help you understand computers and
Medicare coverage for you can be teach you some basic skills to help you connect
overwhelming? Whether you have Medicare or with social media, check emails, pay bills online,
are trying to understand the various parts, Paul do research and more! Please bring your own
Pellicane of Pell Insurance Solutions will help. laptop/tablet/smartphone/etc. if you wish to
You will learn; parts of Medicare, Medicare participate in the class.
supplements, Medicare Advantage and when FREE | Register By October 18
to enroll. Now is the time to consider all your October 25-November 8 | Thursdays | 6:30-7:30pm
options and learn all about Medicare. Ages 50+ | RCAC
FREE | Register By September 12
September 19 | Wednesday | 10-11am | RCAC Diabetes Self-Management
Adults of any age with diabetes, their family members
Senior Groups and caregivers will learn a variety of necessary day-to
Name/Location Meeting Days -day management skills needed to maintain and/or
Singers Glen 2nd Monday of Month
increase life’s activities in order to live active and
Singers Glen Comm. Center 11:00AM fulfilling lives. Topics include techniques to deal with
Broadway/Timberville 2nd Thursday of Month symptoms, guidelines for physical activity/exercise,
Plains District Comm. Center 10:00AM healthy eating, tools to help prevent complications,
Grottoes Seniors 4th Monday of Month effective communication with health care providers,
Grottoes Town Hall 10:00AM
problem solving and more. Please pre-register.
BO’TIME BINGO 1st Monday of Month
Harrisonburg BOJANGLES’ 9:00AM FREE | Register By October 24
October 31-December 12 | Wednesday | 1-3:30pm
15 Ages 18+ | PDCCCaving
FRANKLIN, WV
WILD GUYDE ADVENTURES
Adventures
An instructor from Wild GUYde
You will learn cave travel safety, underground navigation, Adventures will lead you on these outdoor
and some “total body hiking.” There are squeezes if you adventures. Lester Zook, founder of
want them, and belly crawls for the adventurous --- but WildGUYde Adventure, is a Wilderness
there are also corridor ceilings higher than your house, First Responder, a certified member of the
and large cavern rooms for the claustrophobic. This clinic American Mountain Guides Association
will be held at Kees Cave near Franklin, WV. and the Professional Climbing Instructors’
Fee $30 | Register By November 2 Association. All these trips will be “meet-
Sunday, November 11 | 1-5pm | Ages 12+ ups” and no transportation is provided.
Rock Climbing & Rappelling
GEORGE WASHINTON NATIONAL FOREST, VA
WILD GUYDE ADVENTURES
You will be introduced to harnesses, knots, helmets
and the belay system. You’ll try some easy warm-up
climbs and go on to some harder climbing that
invites you to try new skills and movements. We will
finish the day with a rappel – backing over the edge,
with nothing between you and the ground below but
60 feet of air and a great view.
Jump Park Fee $55 | Register By September 14
Sunday, September 23 | 8am-6pm | Ages 12+
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA
Jump around on 8,000 square feet of connected, world-class trampolines. Our trampoline field features
over 50 trampolines, angled wall trampolines, a pit of multicolored foam blocks, plus 2 basketball goals
and dodge ball court! Includes mini bus transportation and admission for a 90 minute session.
Fee $35 | Register By December 10
Friday, December 28 | 10:30am-5pm | Ages 6+
Part-Time Job Opportunities
contact us at 540-564-3160 or recreation@rockinghamcountyva.gov
Afterschool Staff Program Instructors Recreation Officials
Hours: afterschool-6pm Do you have a hobby, skill or All areas of the County
Starting pay $9/hour talent you would like to share Paid per game
Locations throughout the and earn extra money? Weeknight & Saturday Games
Contact us! Ages 16+
County Elementary Schools
16Shopping & Dining
Tysons Corner Leesburg Premium Outlets
TYSONS, VA LEESBURG, VA
Tysons Corner Center is home to over 300 Enjoy a full day of shopping more than 100 designer
specialty and department stores, celebrated and name-brand outlet stores! Lunch will be on your
restaurants, eateries and entertainment options. own at the food court or one of the many restaurants
Enjoy a day of shopping with us! Includes mini at the outlets. Includes mini bus transportation.
bus transportation. Fee $15 | Register By One Week Prior
Fee $20 | Register By One Week Prior 9am-6:15pm
9am-9:30pm Sunday, November 11
Friday, October 5 Sunday, December 9
Potomac Mills
Sunday, December 2
Fair Oaks Mall WOODBRIDGE, VA
FAIRFAX, VA Potomac Mills is Virginia’s largest outlet mall and
Ride with us and have the opportunity to shop features an indoor shopping experience with over
nearly 160 stores and restaurants at the Fair 200 stores. Lunch will be on your own and you can
Oaks Mall! Shopping options include; Apple, grab a bite to eat at one of the 25 eateries. This
Build a Bear, Coach, Foot Locker, Pandora, would be a great opportunity to get some Holiday
Pottery Barn and many more. Dining options shopping done. Includes mini bus transportation.
include; The Cheesecake Factory, Kona Grill, Fee $20 | Register By November 23
Chick-Fil-A, Panda Express and more. Includes Saturday, December 1 | 9am-7:15pm
mini bus transportation.
Fee $20 | Register By November 16
Saturday, November 24 | 9am-7pm
Grub Club
Join us on our monthly lunch outing meeting on the first
Tuesday of every month. For each outing, lunch will be
on your own expense, but we will provide mini bus
transportation. Trip return time is approximate.
Fee $10 | Register By One Week Prior
Tuesdays | 11am-1pm
October 2 | Southern Kitchen (New Market)
November 6 | Lafayette Inn & Restaurant (Stanardsville)
December 4 | Byer Street Bistro (Staunton)
Edelweiss German Restaurant Short Pump
STUARTS DRAFT, VA
Join us for a day exploring some of the locally renowned RICHMOND, VA
shops in Stuarts Draft; Miller’s Bake Shoppe, the Stuarts Use up those gift cards and enjoy some
Draft Antique Mall and The Cheese Shop. For lunch, we post-holiday shopping on this trip to the
are stopping at the Edelweiss German Restaurant, a Short Pump Town Center. You will not
rustic destination with home-style German dishes amid a run out of stores to shop with over 140
lodge like setting. Includes mini bus transportation. stores to choose from. Once you get
Fee $15 | Register By One Week Prior ready for lunch, there are plenty of
8:30am-4pm choices for you to grab a bite to eat!
Friday, November 2 Includes mini bus transportation.
Saturday, January 5 Fee $20 | Register By January 11
Saturday, January 19 | 9am-7:15pm
17Elvis
WYTHEVILLE, VA Dinner Theaters
& Holiday Tours
WOHLFAHRT HAUS DINNER THEATRE
This special concert engagement will have
a heavy focus on Elvis's inspirational and
spiritual recordings. Includes mini bus
transportation, meal and show.
Fee $70 | Register By September 7
A Wohlfahrt Haus Christmas
Wednesday, October 10 | 8:30am-7pm WYTHEVILLE, VA
WOHLFAHRT HAUS DINNER THEATRE
Jesus Join us as we celebrate this Christmas season with a
LANCASTER, PA delicious holiday feast! Sit back, relax and reminisce
SIGHT & SOUND THEATRES with some of your favorite Christmas carols, dance
Jesus is the action-packed musical stage numbers and beautiful costumes! To complete the
adventure that takes you on a miraculous journey evening, be inspired by the greatest gift of all, the
alongside the most famous person ever to walk the beautiful story of the nativity! Includes mini bus
earth and the lives he changed forever. Prior to the transportation, meal and show.
show we will enjoy a buffet meal at Hershey Farm. Fee $65 | Register By November 20
Includes charter bus transportation, meal and ticket. Thursday, December 20 | 8:30am-7pm
Fee $147 ($105 Ages 3-12) | Register By December 3
Friday, January 4 | 8am-9:30pm Rockabilly Christmas
FREDERICKSBURG, VA
Howl-O-Scream RIVERSIDE DINNER THEATER
Todd Meredith and his band The Rave-Ons
WILLIAMSBURG, VA celebrate the holiday season with performances
Fear awaits in Busch Gardens collection of elaborate of Buddy Holly’s greatest hits along with those
haunted houses, immersive themed scare zones, classic rock ‘n’ roll Christmas songs everyone
challenging escape rooms and darkly entertaining live loves. Enjoy an unforgettable “Rockabilly
shows. It’s a seriously scary place when the haunts Christmas” at Riverside Center! Includes mini
come out for Howl-O-Scream. Participants should bus transportation, meal and show.
consider the park’s elevated scare factor. Includes Fee $80 | Register By November 20
admission and mini bus transportation. Friday, December 21 | 9am-6:30pm
Fee $82 | Register By October 12
Saturday, October 20 | 12:30pm-1:30am | Ages 12+ ZooLights
Christmas Town WASHINGTON, D.C.
Join us at the Nationals Zoo as we make
WILLIAMSBURG, VA ZooLights a part of our holiday festivities. You
Come with us to Busch Gardens to experience one of will enjoy live music performances, tasty
the largest Christmas light displays in North America. winter treats and plenty of opportunities for
Festive food and drink, holiday shopping and shows holiday shopping. More than 500,000 lights
make the spirit of the season come alive. Includes transform the Zoo into a winter wonderland
tickets and mini bus transportation. complete with a light show set to music!
Fee $60 | Register By December 6 Includes charter bus transportation.
Saturday, December 15 | 8:30am-10:30pm Fee $50 | Register By November 16
Saturday, December 15 | 2:30-10:45pm
Lewis Ginter Gardenfest of Lights
RICHMOND, VA
Come experience a holiday tradition featuring more than 500,000 twinkling lights, hand-crafted botanical
decorations, model trains, fire pit with s’mores and hot chocolate (for purchase) & more. The region’s
ultimate holiday extravaganza! Includes admission and mini bus transportation.
Fee $32 | Register By December 7
Sunday, December 16 | 2:45-11pm 18Americana Afternoon
Visit Virginia FLOYD, VA
Saturday lunch at the Floyd County Store is a
special event. Pick up one of their homemade
UVA Football soups or sandwiches, or a plate of farm-fresh
salad and find a table near the stage so you can
CHARLOTTESVILLE, VA enjoy Americana Afternoons. The music is varied,
Come out and experience some NCAA football at but has the common thread of Americana:
Scott Stadium! Tickets will be in sections 114-118. traditional acoustic music; you might hear the
Includes tickets and mini bus transportation. blues, or some of the Celtic or African sounds that
Fee $65 | Register By Three Weeks Prior underpin our American folk traditions.
Time TBA – Based around kickoff time | Ages 4+ Fee $20 | Register By November 2
Saturday, October 13 | Vs. U. of Miami Saturday, November 10 | 9am-5:45pm
Saturday, October 27 | Vs. UNC
Paint Bank Natural Bridge Seafood Buffet
PAINT BANK, VA NATURAL BRIDGE, VA
During this trip you will enjoy a scenic drive, Join us at the Colonial Dining Room at Historic Natural
gourmet Southern food at The Swinging Bridge Hotel for one of the best seafood nights Virginia
Bridge Restaurant, see buffaloes and even has to offer. Enjoy an all you care to eat seafood buffet
a stop to look at the historic Humpback including snow crab legs and even sirloin steak cooked to
Covered Bridge. You will feel like you order! Includes mini bus transportation and dinner.
stepped back in time! Includes mini bus Fee $65 | Register By November 30
transportation. Friday, December 7 | 5:30-9:45pm | Ages 18+
Fee $15 | Register By October 26
Sunday, November 4 | 10am-5:30pm
Graves Mountain’s
Udvar-Hazy Center Big Breakfast Buffet
CHANTILLY, VA SYRIA, VA
The Udvar-Hazy Center is the companion Travel with us to Graves Mountain Lodge to enjoy
facility to the Museum on the National Mall. Its a hearty breakfast of sausage, sausage gravy,
two huge hangars display thousands of bacon, pancakes, toast, fruits, grits and more!
aviation and space artifacts! There is also the Includes breakfast and mini bus transportation.
Airbus IMAX® Theater (additional cost) and Fee $25 | Register By November 30
the Donald D. Engen Observation Tower to Saturday, December 8 | 7-11:30am
experience. Includes mini bus transportation.
Fee $20 | Register By One Week Prior
Sunday, November 18 | 9am-8:45pm
Saturday, January 12 | 9am-8:45pm
Urbanna Oyster Festival
URBANNA, VA
The Town of Urbanna is a true oyster town and the best place to taste, buy and try all things oyster
related. Start your day at the Scottish Factor Store and check out the history of the oyster industry. After
you get a peek at how they’ve done it for decades, you can head down “Community Row” to the
Waterfront exhibits where you can see the industry in practice today. Once you get a little hands-on
experience you can head back up to the vendors and try all of the different ways to eat these delicacies!
Fee $20 | Register By October 26
19 Saturday, November 3 | 8am-7:30pmGreenbrier Bunker Tour
Beyond Virginia
WHITE SULFUR SPRINGS, WV
The secret is out! The declassified Bunker at
Hollywood Casino
CHARLES TOWN, WV
The Greenbrier is a must-see experience that Come along to Hollywood Casino at Charles Town
takes you behind the scenes and walks you Races for world-class casino gaming and
through a fascinating period in the resort's entertainment, award winning dining and the thrills of
history. Carved deep into the mountainside is live and simulcast thoroughbred horse racing. Must
an emergency Cold War fallout shelter. Once a present a photo I.D. at casino and provide birthdate at
top secret U.S. government relocation facility time of registration. Friday trips will have the
for Congress, The Bunker is now open to opportunity to watch live thoroughbred racing from
anyone interested in reliving a legendary piece 7pm through 9pm. Includes mini bus transportation.
of history. This will be a unique and in-depth Fee $15 | Register By One Week Prior | Ages 21+
look behind the hidden doors and let you Monday, September 17 | 8:30am-6pm
explore an aspect of The Greenbrier that no Monday, October 15 | 8:30am-6pm
other resort can claim. Friday, October 26 | 1-11pm
Fee $60 | Register By November 8 Monday, November 12 | 8:30am-6pm
Thursday, November 15 | 7:15am-9:30pm Friday, November 30 | 1-11pm
A Day in D.C. Monday, December 10 | 8:30am-6pm
Friday, January 11 | 1-11pm
WASHINGTON, D.C.
Join us for a full day of fun in the Nation’s
Capital. There will be two drop-off Baltimore Inner Harbor
locations to choose from, the National Zoo BALTIMORE, MD
or the National Mall. The National Mall Baltimore's Inner Harbor is a hub of activity. In just a
drop-off will be at the Smithsonian Castle few city blocks, you can unearth dinosaurs at the
located within walking distance to the Air Maryland Science Center, get a history lesson at the
and Space, Gallery of Art, Holocaust, Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African
Natural History and the American Indian American History & Culture, pay respects to pop
Museums, the National Monument and culture at Geppi's Entertainment Museum, or see
much more! Visit one, or visit all, the day exotic sea life at the National Aquarium. Other
is yours. The National Zoo is full of attractions include the American Visionary Art
animals, exhibits, great food and family Museum, the Babe Ruth Museum and the Port
friendly activities. We will stop at Fair Discovery Children's Museum. Baltimore’s Inner
Oaks Mall for dinner. Includes charter bus Harbor also has loads of restaurants, pubs and shops
transportation. to choose from. Includes charter bus transportation.
Fee $45 | Register By October 19 Fee $50 | Register By October 12
Saturday, November 17 | 8am-10pm Saturday, November 10 | 9am-9:30pm
Maryland Renaissance Festival
ANNAPOLIS, MD
Set in a fictional 16th-century English Village named Revel Grove, the Maryland Renaissance Festival
is spread over 25 acres. It is the second largest renaissance fair in the United States! Costumes will be
available for rent on site. With over 700 vendors and 200 performers, this is sure to be memorable day
full of fun. Includes mini bus transportation and admission.
Fee $45 | Register By October 5
Sunday, October 14 | 8am-7pm 20Overnight Trips *all trips are priced per person*
VA Beach Holiday Escape Christmas in NYC
VIRGINIA BEACH, VA NEW YORK, NY
Escape to the beach for the Holiday Season for Join us for a Holiday adventure to New York
warm hospitality and to experience festive Holiday City. You can get all your last minute Holiday
Lights at the Beach. This shorter, more intimate shopping done while also enjoying the classic
light show features a shiny journey into nautical, Holiday decor of New York City. You will also
holiday, and adventure lands, all along the have plenty of time to visit Times Square,
beautiful Virginia Beach boardwalk. You will have Rockefeller Center, Macy’s Department Store,
3 days to enjoy all the lights and local attractions of the Statue of Liberty and much more during your
Virginia Beach. Includes 2 night stay at the Ocean stay. Includes 3 day, 2 night hotel stay in Times
Front Inn and charter bus transportation. Square and charter bus transportation.
Register By November 1 Register By November 1
Friday, December 7-Sunday, December 9 Sunday, December 16-Tuesday, December 18
Quad $135 Quad $285
Triple $155 Triple $325
Double $175 Double $375
Single $245 Single $600
Spring Break in Philly
PHILADELPHIA, PA
Come with us as we visit the “City of Brotherly Love”! Famous as the birthplace of life, liberty and the
pursuit of happiness. Philadelphia delivers countless things to do including: fascinating museums,
vibrant parks, national historic sites and famous (and delicious) food. Grab an authentic Philly
cheesesteak while taking a selfie with the Liberty Bell! On the way home we will stop for lunch at Shady
Maple Smorgasbord for an authentic all-you-care-to-eat PA Dutch buffet. Includes a 3 night stay at a
downtown Philadelphia hotel, lunch at Shady Maple Smorgasbord and charter bus transportation.
Register By February 15
Sunday, March 24-Wednesday, March 27
Quad $315 | Triple $370 | Double $470 | Single $780
Department Refund Policy
CANCELLATION OF ACTIVITY BY THE DEPARTMENT-Persons registered for a program which is cancelled by the
department shall receive a full refund or credit for a future program, whichever the registrant prefers.
PARTICIPANT CANCELLATIONS-Persons cancelling their registration prior to the registration deadline shall receive a full
refund or credit for a future program, whichever the registrant prefers. No refunds will be given following the registration
deadline.
CANCELLATION OF PARTICIPANT IN LEAGUES AND TOURNAMENTS-Entry fees for team or individual participation in
leagues and tournaments are non-refundable or transferable 5 business days following the registration deadline. NOTE: a
$10 cancellation fee will apply, even if the space is filled.
FOR ALL TRIP PROGRAMS-No refunds will be given, unless your space on the trip can be filled. If a waiting list exists,
RCPR will contact those on the waiting list to try to fill the space(s). If no waiting list exists, it will be the responsibility of the
participant to resell their space(s) on the trip. NOTE: a $10 cancellation fee will apply, even if the space is filled.
Please allow two to four weeks for processing and to receive refund checks. For facility rental or Afterschool/Summer Day
Camp refund policies please see agreement or handbook.
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