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CONCERTS IN
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MEDFORD PARKS & RECREATION: 2019 SUMMER PROGRAM GUIDE
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TABLE OF
  CONTENTS                                                         SUMMER 2019
Program Title                                                                      Ages      Pg#    Program Title                                                              Ages                    Pg#
Family Programs / Events | All Ages                                                                   SOU Raider Basketball Camp....................................... 5-14                             15
  Intro to Drumming............................................................6+             23      Rec Tennis Summer Camps.......................................... 6-12                             16
  Discovery Scuba...............................................................10+            6      Kids All-comers Track Meets........................................3-12                            16
  Italio Gardens & Nursery................................................All                 23      Junior Giants T-Ball/Baseball/Softball.......................5-13                                  17
  Railroad Park......................................................................All      23      Craig Howard Memorial Youth Football Camp......................Youth                               17
  Movies in the Park............................................................All           35      Youth Indoor Soccer League.......................................... 4-8                           18
  Concerts in the Park.........................................................All            36      Little Hoopsters Basketball Program........................... 5-8                                 18
  Slide into Summer............................................................All            37      Hi Yah! Tae Kwon Do........................................................5+                     28
  Peak to Creek Ride......................................................... NEED            37      Day Tours: Southern Oregon Waterfalls.....................10+                                     29
  Theatre in the Park “Bigger than Life”..........................All                         37
  Rec Fest Summer Recreation Kickoff............................All                           38    Teen & Adult | Ages 13+
  Neighborhood Picnics......................................................All               39      Junior Lifeguard Program..............................................12-14                            6
                                                                                                      Discover Scuba.................................................................10+                     6
Tot Programs | Up to Age 5                                                                            Mermaid Camp............................................................... 8-14                       6
  Swim Lessons: Parent Tot.......................................... 6mo-3yr                   5      Snorkel Camp.................................................................. 8-14                    6
  Swim Lessons: Starfish A............................................... 2-3                  5      Scuba Camp.................................................................... 10-14                   6
  Swim Lessons: Starfish B................................................ 4-5                 5      Drumming Camp............................................................10-15                         9
  Swim Lessons: Angelfish.................................................5+                   5      Counselor in Training (CIT)..........................................13-17                           10
  Swim Lessons: Bass..........................................................5+               5      DMZ Paintball Camp.....................................................10-15                         10
  Swim Lessons: Catfish.....................................................5+                 5      SOU Soccer Camp...........................................................6-13                       10
  Swim Lessons: Private......................................................3+                5      New Horizons Summer Band Camp............................ 13+                                        10
  Swim Lessons: Semi-private...........................................3+                      5      Rewilding Day Camps with Rogue
  Day Camps........................................................................5-12        7      Jet Boat Adventures....................................................... 9-14                      10
  Discovery Preschool Summer Camp........................... 3-5                               8      Battle of the Cupcakes Camp....................................... 9-14                               11
  Discovery Preschool........................................................ 3-5              9      Ice Skating: Basic 1-4........................................................6+                     12
  Bugs R Us ..........................................................................3-12    12      Ice Skating: Learn to Skate Hockey...............................6+                                  12
  Ice Skating: Snowplow Sam........................................... 3-5                    12      Learn to Play Ice Hockey.................................................6+                          12
  America’s Best Karate: Intro to Karate.........................4+                           14      Summer Day Camp at the Rrrink................................. 4-13                                  12
  Junior Giants T-Ball......................................................... 5-6           17      Young Masters Painting: Pop Art................................15-17                                  13
  Youth Indoor Soccer League.......................................... 4-8                    18      America’s Best Karate: Intro to Karate.........................4+                                    14
  Tot Sports Sampler.......................................................... 3-5            18      Junior Golf Lessons.........................................................7-16                     14
  Little Hoopsters Basketball Program........................... 5-8                          18      Teen 4-on-4 Beach Volleyball Tournament...............13-18                                          15
  Hi Yah! Tae Kwon Do........................................................5+               28      Indoor Volleyball Camp........................................6th-12th Grade                         15
                                                                                                      SOU Raider Basketball Camp....................................... 5-14                               15
School Age Programs | Ages 6-12                                                                       Junior Giants T-Ball/Baseball/Softball.......................5-13                                    17
  Swim Lessons: Angelfish.................................................5+                   5      Craig Howard Memorial Youth Football Camp......................Youth                                  17
  Swim Lessons: Bass..........................................................5+               5      Senior Center Activities......................................................................50+ 25-26
  Swim Lessons: Catfish.....................................................5+                 5      Dance Classes: Ballroom, Latin & Swing..................... 12+                                      27
  Swim Lessons: Trout.........................................................8+               5      Saturday Morning Camera Klatch................................ 18+                                   27
  Swim Lessons: Private......................................................3+                5      Hi Yah! Tae Kwon Do........................................................5+                        28
  Swim Lessons: Semi-private...........................................3+                      5      Go Rogue Dog Training Classes.................................... 16+                                28
  Junior Lifeguard Program..............................................12-14                  6      Fun Spanish for Beginners.............................................. 18+                          28
  Discover Scuba.................................................................10+           6      NEW! Gardening 101....................................................... 18+                        28
  Mermaid Camp............................................................... 8-14             6      NEW! Modern Art & Quilting........................................ 18+                               28
  Snorkel Camp.................................................................. 8-14          6      Certifying CPR.................................................................. 14+                 29
  Scuba Camp.................................................................... 10-14         6      Medicare 101..................................................................... 18+                29
  Day Camps........................................................................5-12        7      RVTD Tips for Transportation....................................... 14+                              29
  Drumming Camp............................................................10-15               9      Day Tours: Wine Tasting & Lunch Tour....................... 21+                                      29
  Create Camps...................................................................7-12         10      Day Tours: Crater Lake Tour.......................................... 18+                            29
  SOU Soccer Camp...........................................................6-13              10      Day Tours: Southern Oregon Waterfalls.....................10+                                        29
  Rewilding Day Camps with Rogue                                                                      Savvy Social Security Planning for Baby Boomers.... 18+                                              30
  Jet Boat Adventures....................................................... 9-14             10      Valley Of The Rogue New Horizons Band....................All                                         30
  Lego Camps with Rebel Bricks......................................7-12                       11     Zumba................................................................................ 18+            30
  Battle of the Cupcakes Camp....................................... 9-14                      11     Tai Chi: Beginning............................................................ 18+                   30
  Steam Cooking Camp.....................................................6-11                  11     Tai Chi: Forms................................................................... 15+                30
  Bugs R Us...........................................................................3-12     11     Pickleball Instruction...................................................... 15+                     30
  Ice Skating: Basic 1-4........................................................6+            12      Fifty & Better Summer Fitness Class...........................50+                                     31
  Ice Skating: Learn to Skate Hockey...............................6+                         12      Senior Boot Camp............................................................ 17+                      31
  Learn to Play Ice Hockey.................................................6+                 12      Lose it Now! Workshop..................................................50+                            31
  Summer Day Camp at the Rrrink................................. 4-13                         12      Stepping Outside for Fun & Fitness..............................50+                                   31
  Tie Dye Camp.................................................................. 6-10         13      Online Courses................................................................. 16+                  32
  Papermaking Camp........................................................ 6-10               13      Adult Sports Leagues...................................................... 18+                       33
  Young Masters Painting: Creatures............................ 8-12                          13      Adult Golf Lessons.......................................................... 17+                     34
  Young Designers: Fashion Illustration........................ 8-12                          13
  Young Masters Ceramics Camp: Hand Building..................6-10                            13    Puntos Interesantes de Invierno y Primeravera.................................. 41
  Young Masters Drawing: Learning To Draw.............. 11-14                                 13
  America’s Best Karate: Summer Camps.................... 6-12                                14
  America’s Best Karate: Intro to Karate.........................4+                           14
  Junior Golf Lessons.........................................................7-16            14
  Youth Beach Volleyball Camp.......................................7-18                      15
  Indoor Volleyball Camp........................................6th-12th Grade                15

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REGISTER & PAYMENT                                                  MPRD CLASS SCHOLARSHIPS
    Pre-registration with payment is required for all activities,
                                                                    Youth scholarships for select Medford Parks & Recreation
    except where noted.
                                                                    classes are available for Medford residents or students who
    Online: Playmedford.com Click the link for ‘Register            attend 549C schools. These scholarships are made possible
    Now’. Pay by credit card                                        by the Medford Parks and Recreation Foundation.
    Walk-in: Santo Community Center, Medford Parks &                MANERAS DE REGISTRARSE
    Recreation Dept.                                                Teléfono: Llámenos al 541-774-2400 y pague con Visa /
    Mail: 701 N. Columbus Ave. Medford, OR 97501                    Mastercard.
    Do not mail cash!                                               Online: Visita playmedford.com dónde se puede registrar y
    Phone: Call 541.774.2400 Pay by credit card                     pagar con Visa / Mastercard.
                                                                    En persona: Visitenos en el Santo Center (701 N. Columbus
    Receipts are mailed or emailed to you for phone and mail        Ave, Medford, OR 97501) Donde el pago se puede hacer con
                                                                    Visa, MasterCard, dinero en efectivo o cheque.
    registrations
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    Checks & Money Orders: Payable to City of Medford               clase. No podemos guardar el espacio para los que no pagan
    Cash: In-person only                                            en el momento de la inscripción.
    Cards: Debit, Visa or Mastercard                                INSTRUCTORS WANTED!
    Scholarships & Gift Certificates: Ask us about available        Instructors are essential in our Department’s efforts to meet
    options!                                                        the lifelong learning and recreational needs of Medford
                                                                    citizens. Contact recreation supervisor Sandi Sherman at
    Cancellations & Refunds: Submit requests during                 541-774-2405 if you’d like to propose or lead a class or
    normal business hours.                                          program. MPRD is always seeking competent instructors in a
                                                                    variety of subjects and disciplines.

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AQUATICS
                                                                              PROGRAMS

                               JACKSON AQUATIC CENTER
                          OPEN JUN 10–AUG 25. CLOSED JUL 4 | 815 SUMMIT AVE. | 541-774-2490

                                                           OPEN SWIM
                      DAYS                                           TIME                          YOUTH            ADULT (18+)
                MONDAY-FRIDAY                                 1-4PM | 7:15-9PM                         $2                  $3
                   SATURDAY                                    1-4PM | 6-8PM                           $2                  $3
           SUNDAY (DISCOUNT DAY)                                    1–5PM                              $1                  $1

                                                       DAILY ACTIVITIES
                   ACTIVITY                                         DAYS                            TIME                PRICE
                 Lap Swim (18+)                               MONDAY-FRIDAY                      Noon–1PM                  $3
          Fri Evening LAP SWIM (18+)                               FRIDAYS                        5:30-7PM                 $3
          NEW! Deep Water Aerobics                       MONDAY & WEDNESDAY                      9-10:30AM            $25 /$31

                                                 NEW! DEEP WATER AEROBICS
                     CLASS                                          DAYS                            TIMES               PRICE
     Deep Water Aerobics (18+) Beginning                 MONDAY & WEDNESDAY                      Noon–1PM              $25/$31
     Deep Water Aerobics (18+) Advanced                  MONDAY & WEDNESDAY                       5:30-7PM             $25/$31
                                                            SESSIONS
      SESSION 1: Jun 10-20 | SESSION 2: Jun 24-Jul 3 | SESSION 3: Jul 8–Jul 18 | SESSION 4: Jul 22–Aug 1 | SESSION 5: Aug 5–15

   SEASON PASS, OPEN SWIM & LAP SWIM
   PUNCH CARDS ON SALE NOW!
   Swim Punch Cards make it simple for adults and safer for
   children to use instead of cash. Buy punch cards at the Santo
                                                                                       SEASON PASS PRICES
   Community Center or at Jackson Aquatic Center.
                                                                                              Resident         Non-Resident
   11 punches         $10                                                    Youth               $50                $60
   22 punches         $20
                                                                             Adult               $70                $90
   Youth              2 punches per swim
   Adult              3 punches per swim or lap swim                        Family              $120                $150

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SWIM LESSON SCHEDULE
                                                 AM CLASS SCHEDULE
  ADVANCED SWIMMER                  9AM
      PARENT TOT                                                                                       11AM
      STARFISH A                                                     10AM            10:30AM           11AM
      STARFISH B                                                     10AM            10:30AM                        11:30AM
      ANGELFISH                                                      10AM                                           11:30AM
         BASS                                      9:30AM                            10:30AM                        11:30AM
        CATFISH                                    9:30AM                            10:30AM
        TROUT                                                        10AM                              11AM
        PRIVATE                                    9:30AM            10AM                              11AM         11:30AM
     SEMI-PRIVATE                                  9:30AM                            10:30AM           11AM         11:30AM
     SEMI-PRIVATE                                  9:30AM

                                                 PM CLASS SCHEDULE
       ADVANCED SWIMMER                   4:30PM
            PARENT TOT                                                                         6PM
            STARFISH A                                       5PM            5:30PM
            STARFISH B                                       5PM                               6PM
            ANGELFISH                                                       5:30PM             6PM
                  BASS                                       5PM                                              6:30PM
                CATFISH                                                     5:30PM                            6:30PM
                TROUT                                                       5:30PM                            6:30PM
                PRIVATE                                      5PM                               6PM            6:30PM
           SEMI-PRIVATE                                      5PM            5:30PM             6PM            6:30PM

          SWIM LESSON CLASSES RUN FOR TWO WEEKS. CLASS WEEKS ARE MON-THU. NO CLASS JULY 4.
                    (PRICES FOR SESSION 2 ARE ADJUSTED FOR THE JULY 4TH HOLIDAY).

                                                        SESSIONS
          SESSION 1                                                    Jun 10-20
          SESSION 2                       Jun 24-Jul 3 (NO CLASS JUL 4 – Class prices adjusted for this session)
          SESSION 3                                                      Jul 8-18
          SESSION 4                                                   Jul 22–Aug 1
          SESSION 5                                                     Aug 5–15

                                                                                   SESSION 2 PRICES
                         PRICES
                                                                        NO CLASS JUL 4 – LAST DAY OF SESSION JUL 3

       LESSON              RESIDENT       NON-RESIDENT                     LESSON               RESIDENT       NON-RESIDENT
    PARENT TOT                $38               $44                    PARENT TOT                 $33.25           $39.25
STARFISH - ADVANCED           $46               $52              STARFISH - ADVANCED              $40.25           $46.25
      PRIVATE                 $66               $72                       PRIVATE                 $57.75           $63.75
   SEMI-PRIVATE               $46               $52                   SEMI-PRIVATE                $40.25           $46.25

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AQUATICS PROGRAMS
   SWIM LESSON LEVELS                                             CATFISH (LEVEL 3) Age 5+
                                                                  Prerequisite skills: Beginning front crawl with front to back roll;
     *ALL LESSONS INCLUDE WATER SAFETY SKILLS.
                                                                  winging and kicking on back, jumps into deep water, beginning
                                                                  front crawl, rolls onto back, winging and kicking to starting
                                                                  point, and sitting to dive.
PARENT TOT 6mo-3yrs
Skills taught in class: The parent(s) learn methods of            Skills taught in class: Front crawl with side breathing,
working with their child in the water and developing water        independent back float, back crawl, elementary backstroke
safety skills. Both parents may accompany their child.            with flutter kick, jump off diving board and swim to pool
                                                                  edge, tread water, underwater swim, elementary backstroke
Students are tested on the first day of class. If the             with beginning whip kick, and kneeling and/or standing
student is above/below their current skill level, they will       dives.
be transferred to another class, provided an opening is
available.                                                        TROUT (Level 4) Age: 8+
                                                                  Prerequisite skills: Beginning front crawl with front to back
STARFISH A Age 2-3                                                roll, winging and kicking on back, jumps into deep water,
Prerequisite skills: Child must be able to get into the pool      beginning front crawl, rolls onto back, winging and kicking to
without parent.                                                   starting point, and sitting dive.

Skills taught in class: Put head underwater, bob while taking     Skills taught in class: Front crawl with side breathing,
a breath above water and blowing bubbles underwater, front        independent back float, back crawl, elementary backstroke
                                                                  with flutter kick, jumps off diving board and swims to
float, lift head, flutter kick, front glide (arms out on front,
                                                                  pool edge, treading water, underwater swim, elementary
glide on belly), beginning front crawl, assisted back float,
                                                                  backstroke with beginning whip kick, and kneeling and/or
jump into shallow water and return to starting point.
                                                                  standing dives. Includes introduction to dolphin kick.
STARFISH B Age 4-5                                                PRIVATE LESSONS (P)
Prerequisite skills: Child must be able to get into the pool      One student per instructor. Lessons are taught at the
without parent.                                                   student’s level.
Skills taught in class: Independent front float with recovery,    Age:      3+
front glide with flutter kick, beginning front crawl, roll        Day:      Mon-Thu (2-week sessions)
over front glide onto back and then back onto stomach,            Length:   30 min.
independent front float with recovery, back glide with flutter    Cost:     See chart on page 4
kick.
                                                                  SEMI-PRIVATE LESSONS (SP)
ANGELFISH (Level 1) Age 5+                                        Lessons are for two people of equal ability. Both
Prerequisite skills: Child must be comfortable enough to          participants must register for the class at the same time.
enter water with minimal assistance. If your child is hesitant    Online registration not available. Lessons are taught at the
or fearful of water, please notify the registrar.                 student’s level.

Skills taught in class: A class designed for the first time       Age:      3+
student.                                                          Day:      Mon-Thu (2-week sessions)
                                                                  Length:   30 min.
BASS (LEVEL 2) Age 5+                                             Cost:     See chart on page 4
Prerequisite skills: Is comfortable in water, bobs with
rhythmic breathing, independent front float, independent
back float, beginning front crawl, jumps into shallow water
without assistance, climbs in and out of pool, puts face in       JACKSON POOL RENTALS
water, can put head under water and hold breath.
Skills taught in class: Independent front float with recovery,    FUNTASTIC POOL PARTY
front glide with flutter kick, beginning front crawl, rollover    USE DURING OPEN SWIM – Exclusive use of the grass party
glide onto back and then back to stomach, independent             area, picnic tables, and inflatable slide. Shared use of all
back float with recovery, back glide with flutter kick,           swimming areas.
elementary backstroke with flutter kick, jumps into shallow
water and returns to starting point.                              Day:                7 Days a week
                                                                  Times:              During Open Swim
                                                                  Cost:               $99 up to 30 guests
                                                                                      $2 each additional – 40 guest max.

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JUNIOR LIFEGUARD PROGRAM
Learn basic life-saving skills and find out from experience if
lifeguarding is for you. 20 hours of volunteer internship as
an assistant lifeguard is required. Basic CPR certification and
whistle are included (when you call to register, please notify
the registrar that you are a part of the Jr. Lifeguard Course so
you can register for CPR at no additional cost). For questions,
contact Sandi Sherman 541-774-2405. Instructor: Daryl
Armstead.

Age:        12-14
Day:        Mon-Fri
Time:       5:30-7PM
Date:       Jun 17-21
Cost:       $60 Resident | $65 Non-resident

RETURNING CLASS! DISCOVER SCUBA
Discover what it’s like to breathe under water! In two hours
you will know if Scuba Diving is for you! Class is held in a 86
degree salt water pool. Bring a swimsuit, towel, and your sense
of adventure. Class is taught by a certified SDI Scuba Diving
Instructor.

Age:        10+
Day:        Last Tuesday of each month
            (Must be signed up at least one week in advance)
Time:       5:45–7:15PM
Cost:       $40 Resident | $46 Non-resident
                                                                    SNORKEL CAMP
                                                                    Learn safe snorkeling, free diving techniques and play with
Limit:      Max 5
                                                                    underwater photography. *Each snorkeler is required to have
Place:      Rogue Aquatics & Scuba
                                                                    their own mask, fins and snorkel. Equipment available for
            6022 Crater Lake Ave., Central Point
                                                                    purchase at Rogue Aquatics at 20% discount for this camp.

                                                                    Age:        8-14
                                                                    Day:        Wed-Fri
               ROGUE AQUATICS                                       Time:       Noon-3PM
               & SCUBA CAMPS                                        Date:       Jul 24-26
All campers receive a certificate of completion, t-shirt and an     Cost:       $140
underwater DVD. Participants should bring 2 snacks, 2 towels        Limit:      Max 12
and a water bottle.                                                 Place:      Rogue Aquatics & Scuba
                                                                                6022 Crater Lake Ave., Central Point
MERMAID CAMP
Try a whimsical way to learn how to glide through the water         SCUBA CAMP
like a mermaid. Participants improve breathing techniques           Divers learn how to put their equipment together, use it, take it
and learn under-water skills. Tails are available for purchase at   apart and be responsible for it. This is not a certification class.
Rogue Aquatics at 10% discount for this camp.                       *Mask, fins, and snorkel required. Equipment available at Rogue
                                                                    Aquatics at 20% off for this camp.
Age:        8-14
Day:        Wed-Fri                                                 Age:        10-14
Time:       Noon-3PM		                                              Day:        Wed-Fri
Date:       Jun 19-21                                               Time:       Noon-3PM
Cost:       $140 ($20 extra to rent a tail                          Date:       Aug 7-9
            *Pay at first day of camp)                              Cost:       $160
Limit:      Max 12                                                  Limit:      Max 8
Place:      Rogue Aquatics & Scuba                                  Place:      Rogue Aquatics & Scuba
            6022 Crater Lake Ave., Central Point                                6022 Crater Lake Ave., Central Point

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KIDS
PROGRAMS

                                                                       Registration Begins Monday, April 29
                                                                       *Full Payment is due when registering online at playmedford.com
SUMMER DAY CAMP
Summer 2019 is here! Campers going into grades K-6 are                 *Payment plans available when registering at the Santo Center
treated with a revolving daily schedule filled with art projects,      ($20 deposit per camp week per child to hold camp spot)
STEM, outdoor play, trips to Jackson Aquatic Center, field trips
and much more!                                                         Campers Age Groups: Grade going into 19-20 school year
                                                                       Voyagers: Kindergarten
Time:              9AM–5:30PM                                          Pioneers: 1st-2nd grade               sponsored by:
Place:             Santo Community Center                              Explorers: 3rd-4th grade
Cost:              Weeks 1-3, 5-11 $105 | *Week 4 $63                  Trailblazers: 5th-6th grade
Before Care:       7:30-9AM
Cost:              $20/Week

                 WEEK           DATES                    THEMES                 Trips & Events (Subject to change)
                Week 1         Jun 10-14      Fun in the Sun!                 No Field Trip
                Week 2         Jun 17-21      Imaginarium                     Bugs R Us
                Week 3         Jun 24-28      Reduce, Reuse, Recycle          Emigrant Water Slides
                Week 4*          Jul 1-3      Holiday Hullabaloo              Wacky Wednesday@ Jackson Pool
                Week 5          Jul 8-12      Animal Planet                   Wild Life Images
                Week 6         Jul 15-19      Mad Science                     Medford PD K9
                Week 7         Jul 22-26      Around the World                Family Fun Center
                Week 8       Jul 29-Aug 2     Adventures in Fiction           Movies
                Week 9          Aug 5-9       Blast from the Past             Lava Lanes
                Week 10        Aug 12-16      Full STEAM Ahead                Dr. Rice
                Week 11        Aug 19-23      Day Camps Got Talent            Talent Show

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  SUMMER CAMP
  Summer 2019 is here! Campers in Preschool are treated
  with a daily schedule filled with art projects, outdoor play,
  games and much more! *Participants must be potty trained
  with no assistance.

  Age:                3-5
  Time:               9AM–5:30PM
  Cost:               Weeks 1-3, 5-11 $105 | *Week 4 $63
  Before Care:        7:30-9AM
  Cost:               $20/Week

  Registration begins Monday, April 29
  *Full payment is due when registering online at playmedford.com

  *Payment plans available when registering at Santo Center
  ($20 deposit per camp week per child to hold camp spot)

   WEEK            DATES                                      THEMES
  Week 1          Jun 10-14                  Commotion in the Ocean
  Week 2          Jun 17-21                  Dino Week
  Week 3          Jun 24-28                  Dr. Seussville
  Week 4*           Jul 1-3                  Holiday in the Sun!
  Week 5           Jul 8-12                  It's a Bugs Life
  Week 6           Jul 15-19                 Out of this World
  Week 7          Jul 22-26                  The Great Outdoors
  Week 8         Jul 29-Aug 2                Once Upon a Time
  Week 9           Aug 5-9                   To Infinity & Beyond
  Week 10         Aug 12-16                  Animal Planet
  Week 11         Aug 19-23                  Discovery's Got Talent!

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: HAYLIE D.
                                                 Position: Summer Camp Director/Preschool
                                                 Teachers Aide

                                                 How long have you worked for the Department?
                                                 I have worked for Medford Parks & Recreation for
                                                 four years.

                                                 What is your favorite part of the job? My
                                                 favorite part of my job is forming relationships
                                                 with the kids and making a difference in their
                                                 lives. I absolutely love my job and seeing the kids
                                                 smiling faces every day!

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KIDS PROGRAMS

                                                                            Parks and Recreation

    DISCOVERY PRESCHOOL 2019-2020 SCHOOL YEAR
    Our play-based curriculum promotes a love of learning in your child’s introduction to a classroom setting. Incorporating
    books, creative play, and music and movement into the daily routine with emphasis on basic Kindergarten readiness skills.
    *Discovery Preschool follows the Medford School District Calendar but excludes teacher in-service days. Participants must
    be potty trained with no assistance. Registration begins May 1.

    Discovery 3’s:                 Age: 3
    Discovery Preschool:           Age: 4-5                                                                                No School Day:
                                                                                                                           Veterans Day: Nov 11
    School Starts: Sep 3 | School Ends: May 29                                                                             Thanksgiving Break: Nov 25-29
                                                                                                                           Winter Break: Dec 23-Jan 3
    Parent Orientation/Meet the Teacher Day: Aug 28 or 29                                                                  Martin Luther King Day: Jan 20
    *First months payment due at registration                                                                              Presidents Day: Feb 17
                                                                                                                           Spring Break: Mar 23-27
    Materials Cost: $20 cash due at orientation non refundable                                                             Memorial Day: May 25

        PRESCHOOL                            RESIDENT                                 NON RESIDENT
        9AM-NOON                         (MONTHLY PAYMENT)                          (MONTHLY PAYMENT)
2 Day: Tue/Thu                                     $143                                             $149
3 Day: Mon/Wed/Fri                                 $191                                             $197
      MORNING CARE                           RESIDENT                                 NON RESIDENT
        7:30-9AM                         (MONTHLY PAYMENT)                          (MONTHLY PAYMENT)
2 Day: Tue/Thu                                     $57                                              $63
3 Day: Mon/Wed/Fri                                 $70                                              $76
       AFTER CARE                            RESIDENT                                 NON RESIDENT
       NOON-5PM                          (MONTHLY PAYMENT)                          (MONTHLY PAYMENT)
2 Day: Tue/Thu                                    $100                                              $106
3 Day: Mon/Wed/Fri                                 $133                                             $139
        *You may only sign up for before/after care on the days your child is enrolled in Preschool.

                                                                                                   DRUMMING CAMP
                                                                                                   Participants learn fundamentals and core concepts of
                                                                                                   drumming, explore different genres of music and their unique
                                                                                                   drumming styles. Learn how to set up, take down, tune and
                                                                                                   rehead a drum set.

                                                                                                   Age:       10-15
                                                                                                   Day:       Mon–Fri
                                                                                                   Time:      10AM-Noon
                                                                                                   Date:      Session 1: Jul 15-19
                                                                                                              Session 2: Jul 22-26
                                                                                                   Cost:      $75
                                                                                                   Limit:     5
                                                                                                   Place:     Santo Community Center

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CREATE CAMPS                                                      NEW HORIZON’S
A specialty camp with different themes each week, focusing on     SUMMER BAND CAMP
various artistic elements, skills and techniques.                 Summer Band Camp is a perfect time to learn skills and meet
                                                                  new friends. Students with at least one year experience are
Age: 7-12 | Time: 9AM-Noon | Cost: $65 | Limit: 20
                                                                  invited to play woodwind, percussion, or brass instruments
Place: Orchard Hill Elementary School
                                                                  with the senior musicians of the New Horizons Band. The
  Session 1        Travel Adventures        June 24-28            final concert is Saturday, August 10 at the Rogue Valley
                                                                  Square Dance Center, 3377 Table Rock Road, Medford. For
  Session 2          Under the Sea            July 8-12           more information contact: Sandy Trammell (541-601-4290 or
  Session 3        Animal Kingdom            July 22-26           strammell@embarqmail.com)
  Session 4      Paper Crafts for Kids        Aug 5-9
                                                                  Register early so music packages are ready for all players at the
                                                                  start of rehearsals.
COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (CIT)                                       Age:        Middle School & Home Schooled Students
Get hands-on experience working with campers and the
                                                                  Day:        Tue & Thu
opportunity to gain knowledge and skills in the day camp
                                                                  Time:       9-11AM
setting. Course completion, application and a two week
                                                                  Date:       5 weeks: Jul 9-Aug 8
commitment are required to volunteer with Day Camp.
                                                                  Cost:       $50 per person
Age:        13-17                                                             Memorial scholarships are available.
Time:       9AM-Noon                                              Place:      Cascade Christian High School
Date:       Jun 24-28                                                         855 Chevy Way, Medford
Cost:       $68
Limit:      20
Place:      Santo Community Center

PAINTBALL CAMP
Become masters of the paintball battle field! Participants must
wear long pants, cleats and or closed toed shoes. Don’t forget
your water bottle and snack. *All paintball equipment will be
provided by DMZ Paintball. For frequently asked questions
visit: dmzpb.com.                                                    AQUATICS CAMPS, PAGE 6
Age:       10-15                                                     MERMAID CAMP
Time:      9AM-Noon
Date:      Session 1: Jun 24-25                                      SNORKEL CAMP
           Session 2: Jun 26-27                                      SCUBA CAMP
Cost:      $65
Limit:     25
Place:     DMZ Paintball – 4757 Gebhard Rd. Central Point
                                                                  REWILDING DAY CAMPS WITH ROGUE
                                                                  JET BOAT ADVENTURES
SOU SOCCER CAMP                                                   Enjoy a day of epic outdoor adventure. Activities range from
This camp is designed to educate and further players’ skills      crafts made with items found in nature, basic history of the
and enjoyment of the game. Camp includes ball techniques,         Takelma Indians along with discovering the flora, fauna, and
drills to enhance game awareness productivity, and small-sided    tools they utilized for everyday life. Wild river land walkabouts,
games. Instruction provided by the Southern Oregon University     bass fishing, paddle boating in Lake Rogue Jetter, and old-
soccer program. Each day, coaches guide players through a         fashioned games also provided. Camper will be separated into
progressive series of skill-building practices and then into a    age appropriate groups. Bring a sack lunch, snacks and water.
game.
                                                                  Age:        9-14
Age:       6-13                                                   Day:        Tue & Wed
Day:       Mon-Fri                                                Time:       8:30AM-4:30PM
Time:      9AM-Noon                                               Date:       Jun 12, 25, 26
Date:      Session 1: Jun 10-14                                               Jul 9, 10, 23, 24
           Session 2: Jul 22-26                                   Cost:       $60 per day
Cost:      $120                                                   Limit:      Min 18 | Max 28
Limit:     42                                                     Place:      Jet Boat starts at Touvelle State Park | Activities
Place:     US Cellular Fields – Field 14                                      occur at Rogue Jet Boat Adventure’s Discovery Park

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                                                                       CARROTS & POMEGRANATES
                                                                         4 DAY SUMMER CAMPS:

                                                                    BATTLE OF THE CUPCAKES WITH
                                                                    CARROTS & POMEGRANATES
                                                                    Learn the basics of making dye-free healthy cupcakes and
                                                                    frosting that are easy to make at home! The camp finale
                                                                    features a cupcake contest where the participants show off
                                                                    their final projects.

                                                                    Age:       9-14
                                                                    Time:      2:30-5:30PM
                                                                    Date:      Session 1: Jul 8-11
                                                                               Session 2: Jul 22-25
            LEGO CAMPS WITH                                         Cost:      $150
             REBEL BRICKS:                                          Limit:     12
Age:        7-12                                                    Place:     Cascade Christian High School
Time:       9AM–4PM
Cost:       $119
Limit:      20                                                      STEAM COOKING CAMP WITH
Place:      Cascade Christian High School
                                                                    CARROTS & POMEGRANATES
PIRATE SCIENCE WITH REBEL BRICKS:                                   Healthy Hands Cooking (HHC) Kids Club is a national one-of-
                                                                    a-kind wellness education program that helps teach children
JUN 17-21                                                           about gardening, nutrition, food preparation and exercise
Ahoy Matey! Sail with Captain Misti on this high seas,              through STEM, STEAM, and STEAMM based activities.
Pirrrrrrate adventure, where yull learn about sailing, parrrrots,   Through hands-on activities, our goal is to fight obesity to
eyepatches an’ more! See if ye have what it takes while havin’ a    encourage healthier living.
Swashbucklin’ good time!
                                                                    Day 1- The Power of Sun for Cooking
RUBE GOLDBERG MACHINE WITH REBEL                                    Day 2- Sprout a House
BRICKS: JUN 24-28                                                   Day 3- The Bees Knees
Enjoy this week of crazy contraptions, and chain reactions!         Day 4- Berry Mania
Who will come up with the most creative Rube Goldberg
machine?
                                                                    Age:       6-11
RUBBER BAND CARS WITH REBEL                                         Time:      10AM-1PM
                                                                    Date:      Session 1: Jul 8-11
BRICKS: JUL 8-12                                                               Session 2: Jul 22-25
Join us for this week of LEGO race power and see how fast your      Cost:      $150
car can go! Learn about motion, wheels, gears, and more in this     Limit:     12
fun filled, action packed week of speed!                            Place:     Cascade Christian High School

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LEARN TO ICE SKATE CLASSES
                                                                  AT THE RRRINK
                                                                  Beginners of all ages 3-up learn to be comfortable on the ice
                                                                  while gaining basic skating knowledge.

                                                                  Dates: Tue, May 14-Jun 18
                                                                  Times: 5:15-6PM
Children under 12 must be with a parent; no charge for parents
attending with children. All programs include a coloring sheet.   Snowplow Sam: Ages 3-5 | $69
Instructor: John Jackson.                                         (this will include kids ages 3-5 for learn to skate hockey.)
                                                                  Basic 1-4: Ages 6+ | $92
Age:       3-12                                                   Learn to Skate Hockey: Ages 6+ | $92
Time:      1-2PM                                                  Times: 6-6:45PM
Day:       Varies
Cost:      $7 Resident | $13 Non-resident                              *** NOTE: Additional RRRink “Learn to Skate USA” annual
           *Additional $3 for STEM project presentations                membership fee of $17.25. Contact rink management for
Limit:     Min 5 | Max 20                                                      details or go to learntoskateusa.com***
Place:     Santo Community Center
                                                                  LEARN TO PLAY ICE HOCKEY
                                                                  Get ready to shoot and score! Featuring basic hockey skills
REPTILES & AMPHIBIANS:                                            including stopping, turning and skating backwards. Participants
WED JUN 26                                                        progress to hockey and puck skills such as passing, shooting
This program showcases live animals, including a box turtle,      and game play objectives. Prerequisite: Learn to Skate class.
bearded dragon lizard, various frogs and a few models. Learn
the differences between reptiles and amphibians, life cycles      Age:         6+
and the important role they all play in the environment.          Time:        12:30-1:15PM
                                                                  Day:         Sat
                                                                  Date:        Jun 1-29
                                                                  Cost:        $90 Resident | $96 Non-resident
WORMS & COMPOSTING:                                               Limit:       Min 1 | Max 10
SAT JUL 27                                                        Place:       The RRRink, 1349 Center Drive
Study live worms, worm anatomy, what they do for the planet,
how they do what they do and how important worms are for          SUMMER DAY CAMP AT THE RRRINK
composting. Includes information on building and maintaining a    At day camp your child will participate in a variety of fun
compost bin at home.                                              activities and games, ice skating, field trips, obstacle courses.
                                                                  Not an Ice skating camp although that will be part of the
                                                                  activities. Call for more information.
SISKIYOU MOUNTAIN WILDLIFE:
SAT AUG 17                                                        Age:         4-13
Take a walk on the wild side in our own backyard. See real        Time:        7:30-5:30PM
furs, pelts and feathers from uncommon animals such as a          Day:         Mon-Fri
wolverine, lynx, spotted skunk, bald eagle, fisher and marten.    Date:        Jun 17-Aug 30 (Weeks of Jul 22-25 and Aug 19-23 we
Includes information about the geology of the Siskiyou                         will have summer camp but ice time will be limited by
Mountains, rare plants only seen here and the formation of the                 other camps)
Cascade-Siskiyou National Monument.                               Place:       The RRRink, 1349 Center Drive

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          ROGUE ART GALLERY                                      YOUNG DESIGNERS: FASHION
         & ART CENTER CAMPS:                                     ILLUSTRATION
Cost:       Each Camp: $130, All materials provided              Fashion is ever-changing. Learn how to illustrate original
Limit:      15                                                   fashion designs. Featuring fashion-drawing basics including
Place:      Rogue Gallery & Art Center                           how to sketch a model and design illustrations. Explore a
            40 S. Bartlett St., Medford, OR 97501                variety of mediums such as collage, painting and chalk.
Note:       Bring a snack and drink.                             Instructor: Pravina McClure.

                                                                 Age:        8–12
                                                                 Day:        Fri
                                                                 Time:       1-3PM
                                                                 Date:       Jul 12 | Jul 19 | Jul 26

                                                                 YOUNG MASTERS CERAMICS CAMP:
                                                                 HAND BUILDING
                                                                 Dig into the rich ancient history of clay. Explore ancient hand
                                                                 building techniques to create plates and bowls and design
                                                                 sculptures, trinkets, and more! Learn how to glaze art for a one
                                                                 of a kind finished piece. Instructor: Jenny Calaba.

                                                                 Age:        6–10
                                                                 Day:        Tue–Fri
                                                                 Time:       1-4PM
                                                                 Date:       Jul 30-Aug 2 & Fri, Aug 9
TIE DYE CAMP                                                     Limit:      10
Love tie dye? Learn a variety of tie dye techniques including
sustainable dying processes. The Rogue Gallery & Art Center      YOUNG MASTERS DRAWING:
will provide unique items to dye or bring your own to create     LEARNING TO DRAW
awesome works of art you can wear! Instructor: Samar Dawisha.    Dive into perspective, portraiture, value and much more to
                                                                 draw like a master artist! Refine drawing skills and techniques
Age:        6–10 | 9AM-Noon                                      to create realistic works of art. Bring photo references.
            11–14 | 1-4PM                                        Instructor: Jenny Calaba.
Day:        Tue–Fri
Date:       Jun 11–14                                            Age:        11–14
                                                                 Day:        Tue–Fri
                                                                 Time:       1-4PM
PAPERMAKING CAMP                                                 Date:       Jun 25-28
Create one-of-a-kind paper using ancient techniques and
materials. Explore embossing, marbling and layers to make
custom paper from start to finish. Instructor: Samar Dawisha.
                                                                 YOUNG MASTERS PAINTING: POP ART
                                                                 Pop art reflects the world around us, from pop culture to
Age:        6–10                                                 societal ideals. Use painting styles inspired by Lichtenstein,
Day:        Tue–Fri                                              Warhol and more. Create contemporary and vivid works of art
Time:       9AM-NOON                                             that will have a lasting impact for generations to come.
Date:       Jun 18–21
                                                                 Age:        15–17
                                                                 Day:        Tue–Fri
YOUNG MASTERS PAINTING:                                          Time:       9AM-NOON
CREATURES                                                        Date:       Aug 13–16
Transfer your imagination to canvas and paper! Working with
24”x36” canvas, students learn techniques to make their
animals unique and expressive. Come to class with drawings
and/or photographs for reference. Instructor: Pravina McClure.
                                                                      CREATE LASTING
Age:
Day:
            8–12
            Tue–Fri                                                     MEMORIES!
Time:
Date:
            9AM-NOON
            Jun 25–28
                                                                            REGISTER TODAY

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REGISTER TODAY

AMERICA’S BEST KARATE OF SOUTH
MEDFORD SUMMER CAMPS
Learn proper techniques and progressions involved in martial
arts. The camp is specifically designed to help students of all
ranks enhance and develop the necessary skills to excel at their
current level and prepare them to advance to the next level.
Students will be placed in groups according to age and ability.
The camp has three principles all students must follow: Have
Fun! Be Safe! Work Hard!

Age:        6-12
Day:        Mon–Fri
Time:       8AM-2PM
Date:       Session 1: Jun 10-14
            Session 2: Jul 15-19
            Session 3: Aug 12-16
Cost:       $230
Limit:      20
Place:      America’s Best Karate of South Medford,
            235 E Barnett Rd.,Suite 101 Medford OR 97501

AMERICA’S BEST KARATE OF SOUTH
MEDFORD: INTRODUCTION TO
KARATE
This introductory program gives participants a chance to visit
the school, meet the instructor, and find out about the benefits
of martial arts. Learn exercises to develop flexibility and self-
defense skills. The Black Belt Programs systematically take you
from the beginner level all the way to black belt.

Age:        4-Adult                                                 JUNIOR GOLF LESSONS
Day:        Mon, Tues, Wed or Thurs                                 Golf is a lifelong recreational activity. Receive instruction from
Time:       1:30-2PM | 2:15-2:45PM | 3-3:30PM | 6:45-7:15PM         local golf professionals in phases of the game, and course and
Date:       Jun 3, 4, 6, 17, 18, 20, 24, 25 and 27                  golf shop etiquette. Bring golf clubs if possible as a very limited
            Jul 1, 2, 8, 9, 11, 22, 23, 25, 29 and 30               number of “loaner” sets are available. Instructors are from
            Aug 5, 6, 8, 19, 20, 22, 26, 27 and 29                  Centennial Golf Club and Rogue Valley Country Club.
Cost:       $19.95
Limit:      One introductory session per person                     Age:        7-16
            *Includes 2 lessons                                     Day:        Sat
                                                                    Time:       11-11:45AM
                                                                    Date:       Session 1: Jun 8, 15, 22
                                                                                Session 2: Jul 13, 20, 27
 HI YAH! TAE KWON DO                                                            Session 3: Aug 10, 17, 24
 See Adult Section, Page 24                                         Cost:       $49 Resident | $55 Non-resident
 CERTIFYING CPR CLASSES                                             Limit:      Min 4 | Max 10
 See Adult Section, Page 24                                         Place:      Centennial Golf Club
                                                                                1900 North Phoenix Rd Medford

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                                                                    INDOOR VOLLEYBALL CAMP
                                                                    Get a head start on the upcoming school volleyball season.
                                                                    From beginner to advanced, all players improve their skills.
                                                                    A parent signature is required on roster/waiver form prior to
                                                                    participation by minors.

                                                                    Players will be divided by skill and age. Players should wear
                                                                    athletic clothing and tennis shoes. Knee pads recommended.
                                                                    Pack a lunch and bring water every day.

                                                                    Age:       6th Grade-12th Grade
                                                                    Day:       Tue-Thu
                                                                    Time:      9AM-1PM
                                                                    Date:      Jul 16-18
                                                                    Cost:      $68/person
                                                                    Limit:     Min 8 | Max 32
                                                                    Place:     Santo Center Gym

YOUTH BEACH VOLLEYBALL CAMP
Sand volleyball benefits indoor and outdoor volleyball players.
Players are divided by age and skill levels. Players should wear
comfortable clothing and should bring sunscreen, plenty of
water, a snack, sunglasses and/or a hat, and a pair of socks.

Age:        7-18
Day:        Tue-Thu
Time:       8:30-11:30AM
Date:       Jul 9-11
Cost:       $55/person
Limit:      Min 6 | Max 24
Place:      Fichtner-Mainwaring Park Volleyball Sand Courts

TEEN 4-ON-4 BEACH VOLLEYBALL
TOURNAMENT
A 4-on-4 sand volleyball tournament for teens coordinated by        SOU RAIDER BASKETBALL CAMP
local coach Carmen Kievit. Teams can be co-ed, all female or        Not an ordinary basketball camp! SOU women’s basketball
all male. Maximum of two boys on the court at any given time        coach Alex Carlson and Raider players provide instruction
on a co-ed team. Note: a parent signature is required on roster/    and tons of organized competitions each day. Each participant
waiver form prior to participation. All skill levels are welcome.   receives a T-shirt. Bring lunch and a water bottle.
Prizes awarded in each division.
                                                                    Age:       5-14
Age:        13-18                                                   Day:       Mon-Fri
Day:        Sat                                                     Time:      Mon-Thu 9AM-3PM
Time:       Check in 8:30 AM | Play starts 9AM-4PM                             Fri 9AM-Noon
Date:       May 18                                                  Date:      Jun 24-28
Cost:       $68/team                                                Cost:      $150/child
Limit:      Min 8 Teams | Max 20 Teams                              Limit:     Min 24 | Max 75
Place:      Fichtner-Mainwaring Park Volleyball Sand Courts         Place:     Cascade Christian High School

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rectennis.com/medford
                                                                                                  rectennis.com/medford
                                                                                                  register before April 30th for 15% off!

                                                                                                                                 Summer
                                                                                                       register before April 30th for 15% off!

                                                                                                                                Summer
                                                                                                                                Tennis
                                                                                                                                Tennis
                                                                                                                                Camp
                                                                                                                                Camp

                                                                                      Summer Tennis Camp                                                When:
                                                                                     This summer tennis camp helps kids                               Mon-FriWhen:
                                                                             Summer Tennis Camp
                                                                                     learn basic tennis skills in a
                                                                                                                                            July 8 - August 16
                                                                                     non-competitive atmosphere, with all
                                                                              This summer   tennis camp helps kids
                                                                                     provided equipment sized right for kids!
                                                                                                                                                           Mon-Fri
                                                                              learn basic tennis skills in a
                                                                              non-competitive atmosphere, with all
                                                                                                                                                 July 8Where:
                                                                                                                                                        - August 16
                                                                              provided equipment sized right for kids!                      Bear Creek Park
                                                                                                                                                          Where:
                                                                                                                                                  Bear Creek Park
                                                                                                                                                 Programs starting at:
                                                                            Register today (equipment is always included!)
                                                                            More Info: Randy Webber | 971-330-0419 | rwebber@pnw.usta.com
                                                                                                                                                        $42
                                                                                                                                                       Programs starting at:
                                                                    Register today (equipment is always included!)
                                                                    More Info: Randy Webber | 971-330-0419 | rwebber@pnw.usta.com
                                                                                                                                                                $42
USTA YOUTH TENNIS DEVELOPMENT
PROGRAM
Medford Parks and Recreation is pleased to partner with the
United States Tennis Association to provide youth programs at
Bear Creek Park Tennis Courts. To register for these programs,
visit RecTennis.com/Medford. Instructor: USTA instructors.

REC TENNIS SUMMER CAMPS
Help your child build life skills, stay physically fit, and make
new friends! USTA-trained instructors use games and activities
to get kids moving, having fun, and learning basic tennis skills.
All equipment is provided and sized right for the age.

Age:        6-12
Day:        Mon-Fri
Time:       4 hour camp: 8AM-Noon
            90 minute camp: 9-10:30AM
Date:       Jul 8-Aug 16
Cost:       4 hour camp: $105 week
                                                                           KIDS ALL-COMERS TRACK MEETS
                                                                           Events include long jump, approximately 50, 100, and 440
            90 minute camp: $42 week
                                                                           yards running events. Every child receives a ribbon for
Place:      Bear Creek Park Tennis Courts
                                                                           each event. Kids are divided into age groups for races. No
                                                                           preregistration is required. FREE!

            SERVE UP                                                       Age:               3-12
         A GREAT TIME!                                                     Day:
                                                                           Time:
                                                                                              Mon
                                                                                              6-7PM
           REGISTER TODAY                                                  Date:
                                                                           Cost:
                                                                                              Jun 3, 10, 17
                                                                                              FREE
                                                                           Place:             St. Marys’ High School Track

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                                                                                                        April 29-May 29, Monday-Friday, 9 AM-5 PM

JUNIOR GIANTS T-BALL/BASEBALL/
SOFTBALL
The Medford Parks and Recreation Department partners with                                       65
the San Francisco Giants Community Fund to offer a FREE,high
quality youth baseball and softball program for boys and girls
that emphasizes the “Four Bases of Character”- teamwork,
leadership, integrity, and self-confidence. Participants receive
a T-shirt, cap, and other incentive based premiums.

Ages: 5-13
Register by: Wed May 29
Register online at: gojrgiants.org
First Pitch Parents Meetings Wed May 29, Santo Center Gym:
T-Ball Parents at 5:45PM
Coach Pitch/Machine Pitch/Softball Parents at 7PM
Volunteer Meetings: Jun 5 & 6 at Santo Center 5:45PM
Team meetings: Jun 10-13 at Santo Center Gym Time TBA
Practices begin: Jun 17-20
Games begin: Jul 8-9: Quality Fence Fields at Bear Creek Park      CRAIG HOWARD MEMORIAL YOUTH
T-ball and Coach Pitch: Mon and Wed                                FOOTBALL CAMP
Machine Pitch and Softball: Tue and Thu                            Instructed by Southern Oregon University staff and
Place: Quality Fence Fields at Bear Creek Park                     players. register at: cshyouthcamps.com. Contact info:
Cost: FREE                                                         craighowardcamps@gmail.com. Coordinator: Nathan Chin.

LEAGUE               Ages       Game Days        Capacity          Age:       Youth
T-Ball                5-6       Mon & Wed          192             Day:       Tue-Thu
Coach Pitch           6-7       Mon & Wed           96             Time:      8:30AM-Noon
Machine Pitch 1      8-10       Tue & Thu          168             Date:      Jul 9-11
Softball              7-9       Tue & Thu          84              Cost:      $75/person
Machine Pitch 2      11-13      Tue & Thu          84              Place:     Field #14 at U.S. Cellular Community Park

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TOT SPORTS SAMPLER
                                                                  Designed for young children as an introduction to soccer,
                                                                  baseball/softball, and basketball. All three sports are
                                                                  “sampled” in an hour under the tutelage of our experienced
                                                                  sports clinic instructors. Includes a clinic T-shirt. All equipment
                                                                  is included. Wear comfortable clothes.

                                                                  Age:                3-5
                                                                  Day:                Sun
                                                                  Time:               4-5PM
                                                                  Date:               Session 1: Jun 9-23
                                                                                      Session 2: July 14-28
                                                                                      Session 3: Aug 4-18
                                                                                      Session 4: Sep 8-22
                                                                  Cost:               $29 Resident | $35 Non-resident
                                                                  Min:                Min 6 | Max 12
                                                                  Place:              Santo Center Gym

                                                                  LITTLE HOOPSTERS BASKETBALL
                                                                  PROGRAM
                                                                  The perfect introduction to basketball for kids! Proven format
                                                                  teaches the fundamentals of the game in a fun, recreational
                                                                  atmosphere. Games are played after group and individual
                                                                  instruction in dribbling, passing, shooting technique, and
                                                                  defensive concepts. Each child receives a numbered reversible
                                                                  jersey and an end of season participation medal.

                                                                  Age:                5-6 | 7-8
                                                                  Day:                Sun
                                                                  Time:               5-6: 1 -2PM | 7-8: 2:30-3:30PM
                                                                  Date:               Jul 14-Aug 18
YOUTH INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE                                        Cost:               $35 Resident | $41 Non-resident
This introductory league develops basic skills and teaches        Limit:              Min 10 | Max 32
teamwork in a laid-back, recreational setting. Games are          Place:              Santo Center Gym
fun for kids and family alike! Players receive a jersey and a
participation medal. Volunteers, usually parents, serve as team
organizers.

Register by Jun 19

Parents meeting: Jun 19, 6PM at Santo Center Main Hall
Coaches meeting: Jun 26, 6PM at Santo Center Main Hall
Practice once a week (skip Jul 4)                                                                                    Serving Medford since 1998
                                                                                                                     We’re proud to offer a complete
Age:       4-5 | 6-8                                                                                                 dining experience to our
                                                                                                                     customers using the freshest
Day:       Sat                                                                                                       ingredients for our meticulously
Time:      9AM-1PM                                                                                                   prepared salads, pastas, and
Date:      Jul 13-Aug 17                                                                                             desserts.
Cost:      $40 Resident | $46 Non-resident                                                                           Call for our Daily Special!
Limit:     Min 24 | Max 60                                                                                           • Gourmet Event Catering
                                                                                                                     • Fine Wine Selection
Place:     Santo Center Gym                                                                                          • Charming restaurant setting for
                                                                                                                       your Holiday Party or Event

          TEAM SPORTS                                                           Call for reservation or to reserve
                                                                                        your event space!

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     Supporting youth in the Rogue Valley

     Air conditioned party rooms available

    Strong Faith, Close Family, Great Food
                                                                  An event to benefit youth
                                                                     program  scholarships
             Order online at                                    An event  to benefit youth
                                                                     program scholarships
           www.bobbios.com
       Or call us at 541-423-8888
        Too hot to go outside?
               We deliver!                               Friday, June 7 | 6-9 pm
                                                         New Location! Santo Community Center
                                                            701 N. Columbus Ave., Medford
                                                                   Decadent Wine Tasting Featuring
                                                                   The Bear Creek Wine Trail
                                                                  Local Beer
                                                               Decadent  WineSampling
                                                                              Tasting Featuring
                                                               TheCatered
                                                                   Bear Creek
                                                                          HorsWine  Trail
                                                                               d’oeuvres
                                                               Local Beer
                                                                  Live    Sampling
                                                                       Entertainment
                                                               Catered
                                                                  SilentHors d’oeuvres
                                                                         & Live Auction
                                                               Live Entertainment
                                                                 Donate an auction item today!
                                                               Silent & Live Auction
                                                                      Call 541-774-2409
                                                              Proceeds go to provide scholarships for youth
                                                               who wish to participate in Medford Parks &
                                                                      BUYprograms,
                                                                Recreation   YOUR TICKETS          NOW!
                                                                                      as well as academic
                                                             scholarships offered by Medford Rogue Rotary.
                                                                  BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!
                                                         $50 per person • $500 for a table of 10
                                                         All ticket holders
                                                                       Thank you
                                                                                will receive sampling, tastings and
                                                         catered dinner.
                                                                       to ourPremium
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                                                                                         seating        TRIBE
                                                                                                 for table sponsors.
                                                                        Sponsors!             OF INDIANS
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                                                                   Thank you
                                                                   to our Title    COW CREEK TRIBE
                                                                    Sponsors!        OF INDIANS

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FAMILY
PROGRAMS

INTRO TO DRUMMING                                                   ITALIO GARDENS & NURSERY
Designed for those who are interested in or new to drumming.        This beautiful two-acre botanical garden is full of lovely flowers
Class covers proper technique, several drum rudiments, drum set     in every season. Rare trees, shrubs and perennials to delight
terminology, rhythmic notation/reading, and how to play beats       the new and seasoned horticulturalist. There are three water
on a drum set. Drumsticks included with registration. Instructor:   features, including a large koi pond and waterfall. The rock
Daniel Blackburn                                                    gardens have over 100 tons of granite boulders planted with
                                                                    unusual alpine plants. The tropical greenhouse is full of unusual
Age:        6–Adult                                                 species. Shop the “plant sale” tables & tour the two-acre rare
Day:        Wed                                                     plant garden!
Time:       5-6PM
Date:       Session 1: May 1-29                                     Age:        All ages
            Session 2: Jun 5-26                                     Day:        Sat
            Session 3: July 10-31                                   Time:       9AM–Noon
            Session 4: Aug 7-21                                     Cost:       FREE
Cost:       Sessions 1&2: $60 Resident | $66 Non-resident           Place:      2825 Cummings Lane, Medford
            Sessions 3&4: $45 Resident | $51 Non-resident
Limit:      Min 1 | Max 8                                           RAILROAD PARK - FUN FOR ALL AGES!
Place:      Santo Community Center                                  This unique attraction is operated by the So. Oregon Railway
                                                                    Historical Society, the So. Oregon Live Steamers, the Rogue
                                                                    Valley Model Railroad Club, the Medford Garden Railroaders
  DISCOVER SCUBA                                                    and the Morse Telegraph Club in cooperation with the
  See Aquatics Section, Page 6                                      Medford Parks, Recreation & Facilities Department. For more
                                                                    information visit southernoregonlivesteamers.com.

                                                                    •    Train Rides | Museum | Garden Railroad
  PLAY YOUR WAY                                                     •
                                                                         Historic Full Size Trains | Telegraph Operators | Food
                                                                         Private Party Facilities (Call 541-774-2400 to reserve)
THROUGH SUMMER!
          REGISTER TODAY                                            Date:
                                                                    Time:
                                                                                OPEN 2nd & 4th Sun | Apr thru Oct
                                                                                11AM–3PM
                                                                    Place:      2222 Table Rock Road (Off Berrydale Ave.)

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SENIOR CENTER
HAPPENINGS

                                                            The Medford Senior Center may be closed
                                                       due to weather events or unforeseen circumstances.
     Celebrating over 50 years of Food, Fun,          The outgoing phone message will be changed to reflect
           Education and Friendship!                             closures by 8am: 541-772-2273
  Hours: Mon 8AM-12:30PM | Tue-Fri 8AM-3PM

    BINGO AT THE MEDFORD SENIOR CENTER
                    Join us for Bingo in Medford! New players welcome.
          Enjoy the sense of community ... the fun ... and the potential to win BIG!
          Must be 18 years or older | Proceeds benefit the Medford Senior Center

WHEN:
Wednesday: Card Sales 12:45-1:15PM                   WEDNESDAY AND SATURDAY PRICING
           Games start at 1:30PM                     • $5 Regular Pack – 10 Games
                                                     • $1 or 6 for $5 for Giant Black Out
Saturday:         Card Sales 11:45am-12:15PM         • $6 “Special” Packs – 6 Games
                  Games start at 12:30PM             • $12 for 3 packs of Specials
Sunday:           Card Sales 12:45-1:15PM
                                                     SUNDAY PRICING
                  Games start at 1:30PM
                                                     • $15 Patterned Pack – 15 Games
NEW TO BINGO?                                        • $1 or 6 for $5 for 3 Different Specials
A playsheet is available to assist those who
may not be familiar with BINGO game options.         PROGRESSIVE GAMES
Bring: Dauber/beverages/snacks.                      Yellow Blackout in Special Pack Pays $300
                                                     Players Progressive Game Pays up to $500
Coffee/water provided free. Dauber can be
purchased for $1.

 GAME SPECIFICS FOR EACH BINGO DAY CAN BE FOUND AT MEDFORDSENIORCENTER.ORG

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SENIOR CENTER ACTIVITIES | 541-772-2273
MONTHLY ACTIVITIES LIST
Call for more information or to confirm dates & times | Non-members pay small fee             •    Dementia/Caregivers Support
•   Book Discussion: 4th Mon 9AM               •   Pinochle: Fri 12:30PM                           Group: Mon 11AM
                                                                                              •    Hearing Clinic: 2nd Fri 8AM
•   Bridge: Tue 9AM & Thu Noon                 •   Skip Bo: Mon-Fri 8:30AM
                                                                                              •    Legal Services: 1st Wed
•   Bunco: 2nd Fri 12:30PM                     •   Spanish: Tue 10AM                               afternoons by appointment
•   Canasta: Tue 12PM                          •   Stretching: Tue & Thu 9:30AM                    with the front office

•   Jog your Memory: Thu 1PM                   •   Writers Group: Thu 9:15AM                  •    Nutritious Lunch:
                                                                                                   Tue-Fri 11:30AM-12:30PM
•   Line Dancing: Thu 1PM                      •   Blood Pressure: Call for Schedule
                                                                                              •    Closed: May 27, Jul 4, Sep 2

MEMBER OUTINGS                                                         DROP-IN KNIT OR CROCHET - FREE
Seats in the van are first come, first served and the van is not       Some yarn and easy patterns will be available for use. Various
ADA accessible. Pre-registration is required by paying the travel      skills will be present to help one another. No registration
fee at the front desk. Water is provided. Each adventure has its       required. All welcome.
own unique time when it leaves the Center. Please arrive 10-15
minutes early.                                                         When:        Wed
                                                                       Time:        10-11AM (stay longer if you want)
NORTH MOUNTAIN PARK NATURE CENTER
The demonstration gardens are maintained by volunteers using           Cost:        FREE coffee and tea for attendees
sustainable gardening methods. A guided tour begins at 9:30am
and is one hour in length.                                             AARP DRIVER SAFETY COURSE
                                                                       Drivers age 50 and older will learn defensive driving
When:       Wed, Jun 12 | Leave Center at 8:45AM                       techniques, safety strategies, new traffic laws and rules of
Cost:       $5 per person | Limit: Min 4 | Max 7                       the road. The course is a two day program. Pre-registration
TOUVELLE STATE PARK WALK                                               is required.
Avoid the parking fee and join us as we walk an easy 2.5 miles         When:        Aug 6 and 7
along the scenic Rogue River. A beautiful day use park area with
beautiful savannah and riparian terrains.                              Time:        12:30-3:45PM
                                                                       Cost:        $15 AARP Members | $20 Non-AARP members
When:       Thu, Jul 18 | Leave Center at 9AM
Cost:       $5 per person | Limit: Min 4 | Max 7                       COFFEE WITH THE CITY – FREE
                                                                       These will be informal discussions, no registration is required
PRESCOTT PARK
                                                                       and coffee/tea is free for program attendees, 9-10AM. All
Travel to Prescott Park for a walk on the relatively flat, packed-
rock roadways. We don’t hike any steep trails but will enjoy           welcome.
beautiful views of the valley.
                                                                       Medford Fire Department      Fri, May 17 | 9AM
When:       Thu, Aug 22 | Leave Center at 9AM                          Discussion will include protecting your health during the
Cost:       $3 per person | Limit: Min 4 | Max 7                       summer months.
LITHIA PARK WALKABOUT                                                  Medford Police Department Fri, Jun 14 | 9AM
Walk the inclining trails at Lithia Park, featuring waterways,         Discussion will be varied and include personal safety tips.
fountains and terraces.
When:       Thu, Sep 26 | Leave Center at 9AM                          SENIOR BOOT CAMP – MEMBER PROGRAM
Cost:       $5 per person | Limit: Min 4 | Max 7                       Lose weight, get fit and feel great after your morning workout
                                                                       with award winning instructor Marc Mason. Program includes
ADDITIONAL OUTINGS                                                     strength, cardio, balance and flexibility training for all levels.
Pre-registration with payment is required by noon the day
before. Leave Center at 12:30pm. Min 4 | Max 7.                        When:		Mon and Wed, Jun 3-26 | Jul 8-31 | Aug 5-28
Jun 28:     Southern Oregon Humane Society | $3                        Time:		 10-11AM
Jul 19:     Dispatch Center | $3                                       Cost:		$3 per class, pay instructor at class
Aug 16:     Alpacas at Lone Ranch | $3
                                                                       TAI CHI – MEMBER PROGRAM
Fees for outings pay for necessities. Refunds are not possible the     Improve muscle tone and reduce stress with instructor Pete
day of the outing or after. If MSC cancels an outing the decision      Leonard. Slow fluid movements focus on balance, increasing
will be made 24-48 hours in advance and full refunds will be           range of motion, breathing and relaxation.
available.
                                                                       When:        Wed | Time: 10-11AM
                                                                       Cost:        $2 per class, pay instructor at class

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