Staunton Parks & Recreation Upcoming Events, Trips, Programs & Athletics

STAUNTON, VA (06/03/2010)(readMedia)--

EVENTS

Family Nite Flix

This successful summer movie series is shown on the "X-TREME" screen at the Gypsy Hill Park Bandstand.

Admission is FREE and open to the public.

8:30pm, Friday June 4- UP (rated PG)

8:30pm, Friday June 18- BANDSLAM (rated PG)

Shenandoah Pizza will provide food for purchase.

Not sure about event due to weather conditions? Call Staunton Recreation SPECIAL EVENTS HOTLINE at (540) 332-3947 for updates the evening of the event. For a full listing of this summer's Family Nite Flix, (call (540) 332-3945) or visit us on the web: www.staunton.va.us/recreation

H.E.A.R.T. Registration

Staunton Parks & Recreation is now taking registration for the before & after school H.E.A.R.T. program. Please call (540) 332-3945 for more information.

Camp Staunton 2010

Spots are still available in our summer camp which runs June 14 to August 6!

Doesn't your child deserve the BEST summer camp?

Call (540) 332-3945 for more info. Register TODAY!

PROGRAMS

Napkin Folding

You've seen them in fancy restaurants, admired them in the pages of decorating magazines, now come learn the art of napkin folding. Supply fee includes four good quality napkins and a set of illustrated diagrams of folds covered in the workshop.

2pm-5pm, Wednesday June 9 at Montgomery Hall Park

Price: $18

Register ASAP, for more information: (540) 332-3945

Woodworking: English Garden Hurdle Fence

Make a traditional garden hurdle fence with traditional hand-tools and techniques from the Frontier Culture Museum. Hurdle fences were once handy farm tools, but today they make great garden decorations.

5:30pm-8pm, Thursday June 17 at the Frontier Culture Museum

Price: $25

Register ASAP, for more information: (540) 332-3945

Open Hearth Cooking-The Love of Meat

Participants will learn to roast meat on a spit, to make a meat pie and to bake bread in a wood-fired oven. Lesson also includes preparation and cooking of garden produce.

5:30pm-8pm, Thursday June 17 at the Frontier Culture Museum

Price: $25

Register ASAP, for more information: (540) 332-3945

Facebook Intensive

This class will explore using Facebook to your advantage as an individual, as an organization and as a sole proprietor/small business owner. Learn tips as to automate and simply your Facebook experience as well as case studies for its many uses.

6:30pm-8:30pm, Tuesday June 22 at Montgomery Hall Park

Price: $24

Register ASAP, for more information: (540) 332-3945

Open Hearth Cooking-The Love of Oats

Participants learn the many ways oats can be prepared for eating. Learn to make oat cakes, and how they can be used with vegetable broths, colcannon, potato scones and other dishes.

5:30pm-8pm, Thursday June 24 at the Frontier Culture Museum

Price: $25

Register ASAP, for more information: (540) 332-3945

TRIPS

Virginia Renaissance Faire

Discover the magic of the age of chivalry and romance as the Renaissance comes to life once again in Virginia. The Queen's Progress offers the rare opportunity to escape from your daily routine and step back in time. Meet nobles and fools, merchants and peasants, minstrels and dancers. Join artisans, craftspeople and food merchants in a day full of fun and history.

Sunday, June 13

Depart Gypsy Hill Park Gym at 8am

Price: $18

Register by: June 7, for more information: (540) 332-3945

Dad & Me: Outdoor Rock Climbing

A vertical afternoon for Dad! Beginner rock climbing and rappelling in the George Washington National Forest with WILD GUYde Adventures. After a 20 minute hike, spend time getting acquainted with harnesses, knots, the belay system and then try ascending one or several rock routes to a beautiful view from above. Bring hiking footwear, lunch, snacks, water, camera and a daypack.

All technical equipment will be provided.

Saturday, June 19

Depart Gypsy Hill Park Gym at 12noon

Price: $32 per person or $58 for 2 from the same family

Register by: June 14, for more information: (540) 332-3945

ATHLETICS

Instructional Youth Baseball

Instructional Baseball is sponsored by Staunton Parks and Recreation for youth ages 6-12 (ages based on May 1, 2010). Six year olds must have played one year of t-ball. There will be an approximate 12 game schedule with no playoffs.

Signups begin June 1, no late registrations will be permitted.

Price: $20 per child

Register by: July 9, for more information: (540) 332-3945