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Home My WebLink AboutPR_Summer_22_Guide_onlineTUESDAY, APRIL 19, 2022 Resident Registration Opens at 7:00 AM WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 2022 Non-Resident Registration Opens at 7:00 AM WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2022 Summer 22 Recreation Session Begins RECGUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION SUMMER 2022 3 1 2 3 YOUR PARKS AND RECTHINGS TO KNOW ABOUT REC AND RIDE Iowa City Parks and Recreation offers free bus passes to residents when attending any recreation facility or any of our special events in our parks. Begins June 1. FREE SWIM LESSONS Iowa City Parks and Recreation believes all kids should be able to swim and have basic knowledge of water safety. We have established a scholarship program that allows eligible residents to sign-up for swim lessons with no program fee. For more information visit www.icgov.org/pools. PLAY FOR EVERYONE Iowa City Parks and Recreation has something for everyone! We are now accepting applications for RecAssist, our income-eligible discount program. One application for Iowa City residents is good for a calendar year. For more information visit icgov.org/ActivityRegistration. FOLLOW US ON SOCIAL: icparksandrec iowacityfarmersmarket icfarmersmarket GENERAL INFORMATION EXPLORE OUR PARKS REGISTRATION ADULT RECREATION AQUATICS INCLUSIVE RECREATION YOUTH RECREATION SPECIAL EVENTS REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 19 SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 1 FACILITY HOURS Monday – Friday 6:15 AM – 9 PM Saturdays 6:15 AM – 8 PM Sundays 11 AM – 8 PM ROBERT A. LEE RECREATION CENTER 220 South Gilbert StreetPhone: 319-356-5100 MERCER PARK AQUATIC CENTER AND SCANLON GYMNASIUM 2701 Bradford DrivePhone: 319-356-5100 CITY PARK POOL — SEASONAL 200 Park RoadPhone: 319-356-5108 HOLIDAY HOURS MEMORIAL DAY, MAY 30, 2022 Normal Hours Administration Offices Closed INDEPENDENCE DAY, JULY 4, 2022 Facilities Closes at 5:00 pm Administration Offices Closed 2 4 10 12 18 26 30 38 REGISTRATION DATES TUESDAY, APRIL 19, 2022 Resident Registration Opens at 7:00 AM WEDNESDAY, APRIL 20, 2022 Non-Resident Registration Opens at 7:00 AM WEDNESDAY, JUNE 1, 2022 Summer 2022 Recreation Session Begins STAFF DIRECTORY Juli Seydell Johnson Parks & Recreation Director juli-sjohnson@iowa-city.org Tyler Baird Parks & Forestry Superintendent tyler-baird@iowa-city.org Brad Barker Recreation Superintendent brad-barker@iowa-city.org Russ Buffington Cemetery Supervisor russell-buffington@iowa-city.org Joyce Carroll Recreation Supervisor — STEAM, Nature, Art & Camps joyce-carroll@iowa-city.org Kate Connell Recreation Supervisor - Aquatics kate-connell@iowa-city.org Matt Eidahl Assistant Recreation Superintendent & Youth Sports matt-eidahl@iowa-city.org RaQuishia Harrington Recreation Supervisor — Inclusive Recreation & Underserved Populations raquishia-harrington@iowa-city.org Kumi Morris Facilities Manager kumi-morris@iowa-city.org Jeff Sears Recreation Supervisor — Adult Recreation & Field Rentals jeff-sears@iowa-city.org Josh Worrell Assistant Parks Superintendent josh-worrell@iowa-city.org 2 SUMMER DATES: April 19 Resident Registration Opens April 20 Non-Resident Registration Opens June 1 Summer 2022 Recreation Session Begins TEACH A CLASS Have a talent you would like to share? We are always looking for new and fun instructors to start new programs! To submit your program idea or to find out more about teaching, contact Brad Barker at brad-barker@iowacity.org. PHOTOS While in our parks, facilities, and participating in our programs and events, you and/or your children may be videotaped or photographed by a Parks and Recreation employee, volunteer, or photographer. Photos may be used for activity guides, websites, other promotional items, group pictures, or by the media. Recreation registration and facility rentals serve as permission for use of your image. Due to the public nature of our programs and facilities, we cannot be responsible for photographs taken by the media or others. GENERAL INFORMATION IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION The Iowa City Parks and Recreation Commission meets on the second Wednesday of each month at 5:00 PM. The members’ duties include recommending and reviewing policies, rules, regulations, ordinances, and budgets relating to parks, playgrounds, recreational centers, and cultural functions of the city and making such reports to the City Council as the commission deems in the public interest. Members who volunteer their time and serve on the board are: Missie ForbesAlex HachtmanBrian MorelliChristopher OdinetBoniface Penandjo LemoupaApril SchmidtMelissa SerendaMichelle WiegandBrianna Wills GENERAL INFORMATION SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 3 ROBERT A. LEE RECREATION CENTER Social Hall: Max. occupancy 100; Fee: $29/hour + $50 refundable depositMeeting Rooms A & B: Max occupancy 30; Fee: $12/hourGymnasium: 1 court $27/hour; 2 courts $49/hour MERCER PARK/SCANLON GYMNASIUM Procter & Gamble Room: Max. occupancy 50; $17/hourMercer Meeting Room: Max occupancy 16; $10/hourMercer Wellness Room: Max occupancy 30; $12/hourGymnasium: 1 court $49/hour; 2 courts $81/hour EVENT FACILITIES THE NED ASHTON HOUSE 820 Park Road The Ned Ashton House will accommodate up to 100 people (50 on each floor). The Ashton House offers two floors of space (upper level 2644 square feet; lower level 2564 square feet). Amenities include tables and chairs, a fully equipped kitchen including stove, refrigerator and microwave. THE PARK LODGE AT THE TERRY TRUEBLOOD RECREATION AREA 579 McCollister Boulevard The Park Lodge is a 5,870 square foot year-round venue that seats up to 170 occupants. Amenities include tables and chairs, kitchen with stove, refrigerator, freezer and microwave, a gas fireplace and a patio overlooking the lake. It is possible to divide the room into sections that will accommodate 85 occupants each. Each of the sections is 1,390 square feet. RIVERSIDE FESTIVAL STAGE Lower City Park, 200 Park Rd The Riverside Festival Stage is a 470-seat outdoor theatre modeled after the famous Globe Theatre in London. The Riverside Festival Stage is a Shakespearean-style, outdoor theatre facility, complete with stage, two dressing rooms, and concession stand. The festival stage plays host to the annual ShakespeareFestival, coordinated by the Riverside Theatre, and is available to rent for any appropriate purpose, from weddings to concerts. The rental fee is $75/hour for the stage and dressing rooms; or $100/hour for the stage, dressing rooms, and concession stand. A $250 (no alcohol) or $500 (with alcohol) security deposit is also required. RECREATION FACILITIES FOR MORE INFO: icgov.org/eventfacilities The Avacenter 402-677-1821 EventFacilities@iowa-city.org FOR MORE INFO: 319-356-5100 icgov.org/eventfacilities FOR MORE INFO: icgov.org/eventfacilities Jeff Sears 319-356-5100 EventFacilities@iowa-city.org 4 EXPLORE OUR PARKS Enjoy a visit to one of the City of Iowa City’s many parks! Iowa City is home to over 50+ parks, natural areas, and open spaces. Almost 100 percent (99.4 percent) of Iowa City residents live within 1/2 of a mile of open space areas, including the City’s parks, schoolyards, or natural areas. The Parks and Forestry Division provides and maintains adequate open space, parks, and trails for the residents of Iowa City. To view the Iowa City Interative GIS Map visit www.icgov.org/parks EXPLORE OUR PARKS SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 5 PARK SHELTER RENTALS Reservations for park shelters may be made as early as one year in advance, but no later than 5 days in advance of intended use. If you desire to use a shelter but missed the 5-day advance reservation cut-off, open-air shelters are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Payment is required at the time of reservation. Fees vary according to the size of the shelter. Shelters are available for rent year-round, however, restroom and water amenities are seasonal. For more information on shelter rentals or to reserve, visit icgov.org/EventFacilities or call 319-356-5100. TRAILS Do you love to get outdoors? Then Iowa City is a great place for you. We are home to 50+ parks, trails, and open spaces. The trails are a variety of hard-surfaced, either concrete or asphalt, and all non-motorized use is permitted, including walking, jogging, in-line skating, skateboarding, scooting, etc. Please observe trail etiquette when using the trails, and respect other trail users. To view the most up-to-date trail maps and bicycle resources visit the Metropolitan Planning Organization of Johnson County webpage at mpojc.org/bicycle-resources GEOCACHING Geocaching is a game that encourages individuals of all ages to explore the world and to find real hidden treasure! Using a GPS-enabled device, participants navigate to a set of coordinates and try to find the geocache (hidden container) at that location. These hidden containers include a logbook and will occasionally include a prize. If you take a prize from a cache, make sure to leave something of equal value in its place! Geocaching is a free and easy hobby. All you need is a GPS-enabled device and a free account on www.geocaching.com or any other number of geocaching websites. The Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department maintains several caches in many parks. Do you think you can discover where they are? BIKE & ALL-SPORT HELMETS FOR SALE … ONLY $12 The Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department, in cooperation with SAFE KIDS Johnson County and Bell Sports, will be selling bike and all sport helmets for children and adults. The helmets will be available for $12 each at The Robert A. Lee Recreation Center, 220 South Gilbert St. Monday–Friday 8 AM–9 PM • Saturday 9 AM–8 PM • Sunday 11 AM–8 PM DOG PARKS AND DOGS IN IOWA CITY PARKS The City of Iowa City is a pet-friendly community. In order to ensure that all users have a great recreational experience, we need pet owners to follow City rules and regulations related to walking dogs in public areas, parks, open spaces, and trails.Owners must keep their dogs on a leash and are responsible for picking up after their pets. Iowa City Parks and Recreation has two dog parks where dogs are allowed offleash. They provide opportunities for exercise, socialization, and training. All dogs must display either a park permit tag or a day pass to use the off-leash dog parks. Owners without permits or passes may be fined. Iowa City residents must have a current City of Iowa City Animal License to get a dog park tag. Proof of rabies vaccination is also required to use the dog parks. DOG PARK EVENTS Thursday, June 16, 5:00–8:00 PM Yappy Hour at Thornberry Dog Park Monday, August 1, 6:00–7:30 PM Dog Day of Summer Agility Event at Rita’s Ranch RITA’S RANCH DOG PARK640 South Scott Boulevard THORNBERRY OFF-LEASH DOG PARK1867 Foster Road For information about our dog parks including tag pricing and rules visit icgov.org/DogPark 6 To view the Iowa City Interative GIS Map visit www.icgov.org/parks H2O (FIN AND FEATHER) Fin & Feather H20 is the go-to spot for water recreation in Iowa City! Canoes, kayaks, stand up paddleboards, and pedal cruisers are available for rent. Concessions also available. Fin & Feather H20 is located at the Terry Trueblood Recreation Area, 643 McCollister, Blvd. Hours are 10 AM to 8 PM seven days a week. @FinFeatherH20 (Memorial Day – Labor Day) EXPLORE OUR PARKS SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 7 DISC GOLF COURSES PENINSULA PARK The Peninsula Park is home to a beautiful championship disc golf course that covers approximately 30 acres and is bounded by the Iowa River on three sides. This course, designed by Jeff Harper, a local professional disc golfer, offers a challenging layout that can be fun for all skill levels. Each hole has a short and a long tee, providing 36 different holes to play on any day. Mixing open holes with wooded ones, the course offers the challenge of throwing accurately, as well as grip-it-and-rip-it holes. The uniquely-shaped information board welcomes both recreational and professional players to the course and serves as the place to get scorecards, course maps, and information on local and regional tournaments. No greens fees are required to play the course; bring your own discs. For further information on disc golf or local activities, see the website: discgolfscene.com WETHERBY PARK Wetherby Park has a 9-hole, recreational course that is perfect for new players. Hole one starts just south of the main shelter. While there are currently no tee signs, disc golfers should have no trouble following the course using the hole numbers on the baskets. Because the park is wide open, it can be windy, which adds some challenge to the course. N AK CITY OF IOWA CITY PARKS MAP AKN WEST HIGH SCHOOL UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS SCALE IN MILES IOWA CITY BOUNDARY IOWA CITY PARKS & GREEN SPACES U of I PROPERTY Iowa City is committed to continual improvement of accessibility in our parks, in accordance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and related guidelines. To inquire about a specifc park’s accessibility features or to request a reasonable modifcation, please visit www.icgov.org/accessibility or call the Director of Parks & Recreation at 319-356-5104. VA HOSPITAL HUBBARD PARK OLD CAPITOL MUSEUM U OF I HOSPITAL IOWA CITY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT ST. JOSEPH CEMETERY OAKLAND CEMETERY MERCY HOSPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL ROBERT A. LEE REC CENTER MEMORIAL GARDENS CEMETERY KIRKWOOD MERCER PARKCOMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTERCOLLEGE & SCANLON GYM J A K Å J A K Å J A K 8 To view the Iowa City Interative GIS Map visit www.icgov.org/parks N AK CITY OF IOWA CITY PARKS MAP AKN WEST HIGH SCHOOL UNIVERSITY HEIGHTS SCALE IN MILES IOWA CITY BOUNDARY IOWA CITY PARKS & GREEN SPACES U of I PROPERTY Iowa City is committed to continual improvement of accessibility in our parks, in accordance with Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and related guidelines. To inquire about a specifc park’s accessibility features or to request a reasonable modifcation, please visit www.icgov.org/accessibility or call the Director of Parks & Recreation at 319-356-5104. VA HOSPITAL HUBBARD PARK OLD CAPITOL MUSEUM U OF I HOSPITAL IOWA CITY MUNICIPAL AIRPORT ST. JOSEPH CEMETERY OAKLAND CEMETERY MERCY HOSPITAL CITY HIGH SCHOOL ROBERT A. LEE REC CENTER MEMORIAL GARDENS CEMETERY KIRKWOOD MERCER PARKCOMMUNITY AQUATIC CENTERCOLLEGE & SCANLON GYM JAKÅ JAKÅ JAK EXPLORE OUR PARKS SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 9J AK CITY OF IOWA CITY PARKS & AMENITIES J AK1Ashton House Rental Facility, Project Green Garden, Trail, Open Space 2Benton Hill Park Playground, Shelter (1), Trail, Natural Area 3Blackhawk Mini Park/Pedestrian Mall Playground, Fountain, Gathering Space 4Black Springs Circle Park Open Space, Natural Area 5Brookland Park Playground, Shelter (1), Trail 6Calder Park Playground, Shelter (1) 7Camp Cardinal Park Natural Area 8Cardigan Park Playground, Shelter (1), Fire Pit, Open Space 9Chadek Green Park Community Garden, Open Space !Chauncey Swan Park Open Lawn, Gathering Space #City Park Playgrounds, Shelters (14), Restrooms, Baseball Fields (8), Tennis Courts, Horseshoe Courts, Basketball Court, Gaga Ball Pit, Sand Volleyball Court, Outdoor Swimming Pool, Riverside Festival Stage, Historical Cabins, Trails, Open Space, Natural Area, Ponds, Boat Ramp, Riverfront $College Green Park Playground, Shelter (1), Basketball Hoop, Bocce Court, Open Space %Court Hill Park Playground, Shelters (2), Restrooms, Basketball Court, Softball/Baseball Rec Field, Trail, Open Space &Crandic Park Shelter (1), Trail, Riverfront (Eastside Park (Future Site) )Emma J. Harvat Square Park Playground, Shelter (1) *Fairmeadows Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Splash Pad, Soccer Rec Field, Open Space +Foster Road Park Natural Area Frauenholtz-Miller Park bu ,Playground, Shelter (1), Open Space Glendale Park Playground, Open Space blHappy Hollow Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restroom, Basketball Hoop, Softball/Baseball/Soccer Rec Field bmHarlocke Hill Park Playground bnHickory Hill Park Shelters (2), Restrooms, Trails, Open Space, Natural Area boHighland Park Playground, Shelter (1) bpHunter’s Run Park Playground, Shelters (2), Trail, Open Space, Natural Area bqIowa City Kickers Soccer Park Playgrounds, Shelters (2), Restrooms, Concession Stands, Soccer Fields (minimum of 21), Cross Country Course, Trail, Open Space brJames Alan McPherson Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Basketball Court, Softball/Baseball Rec Field, Community Orchard, Trail, Open Space bsKiwanis Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Community Garden, Trails, Open Space, Natural Area btLongfellow Nature Trail Trail, Natural Area cuMercer Park Playground, Shelters (2), Restrooms, Baseball Fields (4), Concession Stand, Tennis Courts, Pickleball Courts, Softball/Baseball Rec Fields, Open Space clNapoleon Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Softball Fields (8), Concession Stand, Trail, Natural Area cmNed Ashton Park Trail, Riverfront cnNorth Market Square Park Playground, Shelter (1), Basketball Court, Open Space icgov.org/pr @ICParksandRec @icparksandrec coOak Grove Park Playground, Shelter (1), Basketball Court, Open Space cpPalisades Park (Future Site) cqPeninsula Park Shelter (1), 18 Hole Disc Golf Course, Trails, Natural Area crPheasant Hill Park Playground, Shelter (1), Gaga Ball Pit, Open Space csReno Street Park Playground, Shelter (1), Community Garden, Open Space ctRita’s Ranch Dog Park O˜-leash Dog Park duRiverfront Crossings Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Ping Pong, Trail, Riverfront, Open Space, Natural Area dlRyerson’s Woods State Preserve Shelter (1), Trails, Natural Area dmSand Prairie Park Natural Area dnScott Park Playground, Shelter (1), Football/Rugby Field, Trails, Open Space, Natural Area doScott Park Greenway Trail, Open Space, Natural Area dpShannon Drive Park (Future Site) dqSlothower Road Park Natural Area drStone Bridge Park (Future Site) dsSturgis Ferry Park Boat Ramp, Riverfront, Natural Area dtSycamore Greenway Trail, Natural Area euTerrell Mill Park Shelter (1), Restrooms, Skate Park, Trail, Riverfront, Natural Area elTerry Trueblood Recreation Area Playground, Shelters (3), Restrooms, Kayak, Paddle Boat, Paddle Board Rentals, Concessions, Rental Facility Event Lodge, Trails, Lake, Riverfront, Natural Area emThornberry O˜-leash Dog Park O˜-leash Dog Park, Pond enTower Court Park Playground, Splash Pad eoVilla Park Playground, Shelter (1), Open Space epWalden Green Park Open Space, Natural Area eqWaterworks Prairie Park Shelter (1), Trails, Pond, Riverfront, Natural Area erWetherby Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Splash Pad, Basketball Courts, Sport Court, 9 Hole Disc Golf Course, Community Garden, Edible Forest, Trails, Open Space esWhispering Meadows Wetlands Trails, Pond, Natural Area etWillow Creek Park Playground, Shelter (1), Restrooms, Softball/Baseball Rec Fields, Hospice Memorial Garden, Trails, Open Space, Natural Area fuWindsor Ridge Park Trails, Pond, Open Space Recreation Centers RRobert A Lee Recreation Center Fitness Room, Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool, Meeting Rooms, Classrooms MMercer Park Aquatic Center/Scanlon Gym Gymnasium, Indoor Swimming Pool, Recreation Room, Meeting Rooms • Park/Green Space • Park System Future Expansions • Recreation Center • Facility J A K Å REGISTERING FOR CLASSES Class descriptions and notes can be found in the ActiveNet registration program. Participants can type in the name of the program or click on the “activities” button to narrow the search. Participants can register the following ways: 1. Online at www.icgov.org/ActivityRegistration2. In person at the Mercer Park Aquatic Center, 2701 Bradford or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center, 220 South Gilbert FACILITIES PASS AND AGE REQUIREMENT An ICPRD-issued facilities pass is required during free play in the gym, game room, and fitness room. The pass system allows staff to better assess community need by monitoring facility usage to help plan future services and amenities. Patrons 16 years of age and older can be issued a pass during open facility hours. Children 15 and under need to either show a school ID or bring a parent / guardian to create a facility pass. Facility policy prohibits ages 11 and under from using the facility, including pools, unless accompanied by an adult, or individual 16 years or older. CLASS SIZE Limits are placed on the size of some classes to assure quality instruction. Registration is first-come, first-served. Classes are reviewed at least three working days prior to the start and those with insufficient enrollment are subject to cancellation. Registration must be made prior to participation in any Parks and Recreation activity. 10 REGISTRATION TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours REGISTRATION SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 11 ACCOUNT CREDITS, TRANSFERS, AND REFUNDS Request for account credits and transfers must be made at least three business days prior to the first class meeting. Prorated credits for health reasons may be considered after the program begins. Requests must be made in writing to the appropriate program supervisor. A doctor’s certificate may be required. No account credits will be given for programs that have concluded. Contact the program supervisor for account credits. For summer camp refunds, withdrawal requests must be submitted to Joyce Carroll by May 27, 2022. All other withdrawals will be subject to a $50.00 cancellation fee. No refund will be made for withdrawals requested less than 1 week in advance of the session start date. Prorated refunds for health reasons may be considered after camp begins. A doctor’s certificate may be required. No refunds will be given for programs which have been completed. NON-RESIDENT FEES Iowa City residents (persons living inside Iowa City city limits), through property taxes, contribute to the operation of the Parks and Recreation Department. Non-resident fees are assessed to our nonresident patrons to contribute to the overall financing of the Department on an equitable basis with our residents. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT & INCLUSIVE RECREATION SERVICES The Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department (ICPRD) is pleased to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. In addition, the ADA requires that all people be given the opportunity to recreate in an “integrated setting.” Inclusion within ICPRD means that all people are welcome to participate in the same recreation programs and activities. Reasonable accommodations are provided to enable an individual’s successful participation in a program. Some minimum eligibility requirements (age, level of participation), must be met in order to participate. Examples of accommodations include, but are not limited to, activity modification, adaptive equipment, changing staff-to-participant ratios, additional staff training, effective communications for persons with hearing impairments, financial assistance, and/or monitoring accommodations for effectiveness. Please contact RaQuishia Harrington at 319-356-5228 or raquishia-harrington@iowa-city.org at least two weeks prior to the activity start date to ensure your individual needs are met. SIGN UP FOR ALL EVENT AND FACILITY CANCELLATIONS Want to receive email or text notification for any event cancellation or facility closure? Click on icgov.org/Rainoutline then select email and text alerts. Participants and residents can sign up for the cancellations alerts they would like notified on. REGISTER TODAY! TuesdayApril 19, 2022 Iowa City Resident Registration Opens WednesdayApril 20, 2022 Iowa City Non-Resident Registration Opens WednesdayJune 1, 2022 Summer 22 Recreation Session Begins TO REGISTER Online at icgov.org/ ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours 12 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours ADULT RECREATION Aikido . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Arts and Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Gardening. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13 Ceramics for Beginning and Continuing Students . . . . . . . 15 Handbuilt Ceramics . . . . . . . . . . 15 Kickball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Linedance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16 Open Cross Country Runs . . . . . . 16 Park Runs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 CoRec Sand Volleyball. . . . . . . . .17 Ultimate Frisbee . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Wiffleball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Yoga in the Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 ADULT RECREATION SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 13 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16394 Growing Iowa Herbs for Beginners Sa 6/25/22–7/2/22 11:00 AM–12:00 PM 16–100 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $20.00 16396 Painting Terra Cotta Pots Sa 7/16/22–7/16/22 11:00 AM– 12:30 PM 16–100 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $15.00 16395 Using Iowa Herbs Sa 8/13/22–8/20/22 11:00 AM– 12:00 PM 16–100 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $20.00 GARDENING Check out this summer’s gardening series on herbs and their many uses. Then, enroll to paint terracotta pots to plant them in. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16280 Aikido - June M W 6/1/22–6/29/22 6:30–8:00 PM 12–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $25.00 16281 Aikido - July M W 7/6/22–7/27/22 6:30–8:00 PM 12–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $25.00 16282 Aikido - August M W 8/1/22–8/31/22 6:30–8:00 PM 12–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $25.00 AIKIDO Safe, consistent, inclusive training in the Japanese martial art of Aikido. We develop an ongoing program that both introduces beginners to Aikido, as well as provides experienced students a path to life-long growth in this martial art. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16350 Arts and Crafts - Non Traditional Painting F 6/24/22–6/24/22 6:00–9:00 PM 16–100 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $30.00 16348 Arts and Crafts - Printmaking F 7/8/22 & 7/22/22 6:00–9:00 PM 16–100 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $60.00 16349 Arts and Crafts - Paper Making F 8/5/22–8/5/22 6:00–9:00 PM 16–100 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $30.00 ARTS AND CRAFTS Boost your creativity! Whether a beginner or a continuing student of art, you will find our arts and crafts classes to be focused on you as an individual. Choose a class and go for it! POTTERS STUDIO CARD The Potters Studio at the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center maintains both electric and kick wheels and is available to all persons 16 years of age and above. User Card holders are required to have completed at least one Iowa City Recreation Division ceramics class. The fee for a Potters Studio User Card includes use of the studio, glazes and firings. Clay is $20 per 25 lb bag. White and warm brown stoneware is available. Individuals in need of special accommodations should contact Joyce Carroll at joyce-carroll@iowa-city.org. User Card: $230 May 8–August 13 14 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours ADULT RECREATION SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 15 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16352 Coil Bowls Tu 6/21/22 & 7/12/22 6:00–8:00 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $40.00 16353 Cups and Mugs Tu 6/28/22 & 7/19/22 6:00–8:00 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $40.00 16351 Platters and Dishes Tu 6/14/22 & 7/5/22 6:00–8:00 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $40.00 16368 Sculptures Sa 6/25/22 & 7/9/22 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $40.00 16369 Vessels Sa 7/23/22 & 8/6/22 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $40.00 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16320 Beginning and Continuing Students Tu 6/14/22–8/2/22 10:00 AM–12:00 PM 18–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $220.00 16321 Beginning and Continuing Students Tu 6/14/22–8/2/22 1:00–3:00 PM 18–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $220.00 16322 Beginning and Continuing Students W 6/15/22–8/3/22 6:00–8:00 PM 18–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $220.00 16323 Beginning and Continuing Students Su 6/19/22–8/7/22 2:00–4:00 PM 18–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $220.00 HANDBUILT CERAMIC WORKSHOPS Learn the three traditional methods of handbuilding; pinching, coiling and slab building. Once you have experienced these methods, you will create bowls, mugs, platters and more. CERAMICS FOR BEGINNING AND CONTINUING STUDENTS Learn basic clay techniques to form pottery with and without the need for a wheel. Your hands can form plates, bowls, platters and more without the use of the wheel. Once you have the feel of the clay, we will begin to form bowls and cylinders on the wheel. Continuing students will learn more difficult techniques and skills. Student User Card is included. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16243 Open Cross Country Runs W 6/1/22–8/24/22 4:00–8:00 PM ALL Iowa City Kickers Soccer Complex No Fee OPEN CROSS COUNTRY RUNS Come out and run the IAHSAA & IGHSAU cross country state qualifier meet’s route on Wednesdays, 4pm until dark. “Challenge” races can be self-organized at the bottom (xx:30pm) of the hours. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16484 Adult Kickball Tournament Sa 8/6/22 12:00–8:00 PM 16–99 Riverfront Crossings Park $20.00 KICKBALL Time for recess! Tournament is open to all adults. 2 game guarantee. Person signing-up is responsible to find their own teammates (5+ players needed to field a team) . #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16256 ParkRun - City Park Sa 4/9/22–8/27/22 8:00–9:00 AM ALL City Park No Fee PARK RUN ParkRun is a positive, welcoming and inclusive experience on Saturday mornings where there is no time limit and no one finishes last. Everyone is welcome to come along, whether you walk, jog, run, volunteer or spectate. Registration is completely FREE and only needs to be done once on the www.parkrun.us website (bring your registration barcode to any race)! #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16384 Line Dance Tu 6/7/22–8/30/22 7:15–8:45 AM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $6.00 Per Class LINE DANCE Learn the most popular line dances in the area so you can join in the fun at your favorite country spot. Three dances taught per session. Music will be played during breaks so that you can practice dances you have learned. Line Dancing is a fun way to exercise and make friends! Tweens and teens are welcome too! TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours 16 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16381 Yoga in the Park Sa 6/11/22 9:30–10:15 AM 16–99 College Green Park No Fee 16382 Yoga in the Park Sa 7/9/22 9:30–10:15 AM 16–99 College Green Park No Fee 16383 Yoga in the Park Sa 8/13/22 9:30–10:15 AM 16–99 College Green Park No Fee YOGA IN THE PARK Each class is 45 minutes and is a full-body balanced workout combining strength conditioning, cardio, and mindfulness. We’ll move our bodies joyfully and connect safely. Please bring an exercise mat, and a filled water bottle. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16473 4-on-4 Adult League W 7/6/22–8/3/22 6:00–8:00 PM 16–99 City Park $50.00 Per Team COREC SAND VOLLEYBALL Join in a quick league for sand volleyball! Competition level is recreational in nature. Person signing-up is responsible to find their own teammates (4 play at a time) and must submit a valid roster before the first game. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16843 Adult Wiffleball Tournament Su 8/28/2022 12:00–8:00 PM 16–99 Riverfront Crossings Park $20.00 Per Team WIFFLEBALL Can you throw a curveball? No wait, can you HIT a curveball? Try your hand in our tournament. 2 game guarantee. Person signing-up is responsible to find their own teammates (2–5 players needed to field a team) #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16482 Learn to Play Ultimate Frisbee M/W 6/1/22–6/13/22 5:45–6:15 PM 16–99 Scott Park No Fee ULTIMATE FRISBEE Join the Ultimate Frisbee group for this no cost event to learn how to play ultimate frisbee at any or all of these clinics. There will be plenty of time for discussion, so bring any questions you have. Then hang around and play a game with the group too! ADULT RECREATION SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 17 Sign up to receive text or email notification for any pool program cancellations or splash pad closures. To sign up visit icgov.org/rainout AQUATICS Water Wednesdays at City Park . . .20 Splash Pads . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Swimtroduction . . . . . . . . . . . .21 Junior Lifeguarding Group Class . . .21 Group Swim Lessons . . . . . . . . . .21 Private Swim Lessons . . . . . . . . .21 Intro to Paddleboarding . . . . . . . .22 Gentle Water Fitness. . . . . . . . . .22 Deep Water Aerobics . . . . . . . . .23 Arthritis Foundation . . . . . . . . . .23 Water Aerobics . . . . . . . . . . . . .24 Aqua Bootcamp . . . . . . . . . . . .25 Tri-umph Youth Development Swim Squad. . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25 18 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours AQUATICS SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 19 PRIVATE RENTALS NOW AVAILABLE AT CITY PARK POOL! Private rentals are available on select Saturdays or Sundays from 6:30-8pm. Rent the pool for birthday parties, reunions, work gatherings and more! For availability and pricing or to reserve your party visit www.icgov.org/pools POOL DAILY SCHEDULES Detailed schedules and hours can be found at icgov.org/pools POOL ADMISSIONS CITY PARK POOL 200 Park Rd, Iowa City • (319) 356-5108 DAILY • Children (0-2): FREE • Children & Adults (3+): $4 MERCER PARK AQUATIC CENTER 2701 Bradford Dr, Iowa City• (319) 356-5100 POOL PASS PUNCH CARD 10 admits, non-expiring • Residents: $32 • Non-resident: $37 ROBERT A. LEE RECREATION CENTER 220 S Gilbert St, Iowa City • (319) 356-5100 30 DAY POOL PASS Valid for 30 days from purchase• Resident Single: $21• Non-resident Single: $31.50• Resident Household: $39• Non-resident Household: $58.50 ANNUAL POOL PASS Valid for 1 year from purchase• Resident Single: $277• Non-resident Single: $340.50• Resident Household: $439*• Non-resident Household: $658.50* POOL POLICIES Organized groups of 10 or more must make a reservation or email kate-connell@iowa-city.org. Children 5 years and younger must be within arm’s reach of an adult 16 years or older. Only children currently 12+ years old will be allowed into Recreation Division facilities without an adult. Children 11 years old and younger must be accompanied and supervised by an adult. *Individuals residing in one household can utilize our Household Pass. Adults with different last names will be asked to verify residence. Individuals residing in one household with over 5 members can be added to the monthly or annual pass for an additional charge of $25 per person. Individuals and households living in city limits who are approved for RecAssist, for income-eligible residents, are eligible to receive 50% off of all pool passes. TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours 20 WATER WEDNESDAYS AT CITY PARK Events below require no registration and are included in pool fees. Normal admission required June 15 Teen Night (for ages 13-18 only) June 22 Swim & Sounds with Rattlebox June 29 Chalk Deck-orate July 6 Swim & Sounds with Dandelion Stompers July 13 ICLG For A Day July 20 Shark Week July 27 Splish Splash Storytime August 3 Swim & Sounds with The Awful Purdies SPLASH PADS Memorial Day to Labor Day, 9:00 AM–8:00 PM • Wetherby Park, 2400 Taylor Dr.• Fairmeadows Park, 2413 Miami Dr.• Tower Court Park, 199 Marietta Ave. AQUATICS SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION STAY UP TO DATE ON WEATHER-RELATED POOL CLOSINGS! SIGN UP AT ICGOV.ORG/RAINOUT 21 GROUP SWIM LESSONS PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS Morning Group Swim Lessons City Park Pool Fee $48.00 Evening Group Swim Lessons City Park Pool Fee $42.00 Mon–Thurs2 weeks8 lessons Tues or Thurs7 weeks7 lessons Session 1: June 20–June 30Session 2: July 5–July 14Session 3: July 18–28 Tuesday Session: June 14–July 26Thursday Session: June 16–July 28 Arranged Private Swim Lessons (Indoors) Sundays5 weeks5 lessons June 19–July 24Robert A. Lee Recreation CenterFee $50.00 Arranged Private Swim Lessons (Outdoors) Tues or Thurs7 weeks7 lessons Tuesday Session: June 14–July 26Thursday Session: June 16–July 28City Park PoolFee $70.00 Custom Private Swim Lessons 5 weeks 5 lessons June 19–July 24Various Pools Fee $70.00 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16316 Junior Lifeguarding Tu 6/14/2022–7/26/2022 5:45–7:15 PM 8–15 City Park Pool $ 75.00 JUNIOR LIFEGUARDING GROUP CLASS Designed for kids ages 11-14 to build foundation of knowledge, attitudes, and skills for being a future lifeguard. Learn about being an Iowa City Lifeguard. SWIMTRODUCTION Swimtroduction is a free opportunity to come and explore our outdoor City Park Pool! We want you to learn about recreational swimming, basic water safety, and our free swim scholarship program. It is the perfect opportunity to learn how to stay safe in and around water, with or without lifejackets and lifeguards. August 4 Swimtroduction at City Park Pool August 9 Swimtroduction at City Park Pool August 11 Swimtroduction at City Park Pool TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours 22 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16595 Gentle Water Fitness with Deanne Th 6/2/22–6/23/22 9:00 –10:00 AM 16–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16.00 16603 Gentle Water Fitness with Deanne Th 7/7/22–7/28/22 9:00 –10:00 AM 16–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16.00 16596 Gentle Water Fitness with Deanne Th 8/4/22–8/25/22 9:00–10:00 AM 16–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16.00 GENTLE WATER FITNESS Focusing on balance, flexibility, and overall body fitness using a variety of water exercises designed to strengthen your core muscles and enhance cardiovascular endurance. Classes start with a warm up and stretching exercises before engaging in more strenuous exercises. Intensity: Low to Moderate #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16309 Paddleboarding: Adult Th 6/16/2022 5:45–7:15 PM 16–99 City Park Pool $ 15.00 16311 Paddleboarding: Adult Tu 6/17/2022 5:45–7:15 PM 16–99 City Park Pool $ 15.00 16312 Paddleboarding: Adult Tu 6/21/2022 5:45–7:15 PM 16–99 City Park Pool $ 15.00 16310 Paddleboarding: Child Th 6/23/2022 5:45–7:15 PM 8–15 City Park Pool $ 15.00 16313 Paddleboarding: Child Th 6/30/2022 5:45–7:15 PM 8–15 City Park Pool $ 15.00 16314 Paddleboarding: Child Th 7/7/2022 5:45–7:15 PM 8–15 City Park Pool $ 15.00 16315 Paddleboarding: Child Th 7/28/2022 5:45–7:15 PM 8–15 City Park Pool $ 15.00 INTRO TO PADDLEBOARDING Be introduced to stand-up paddle boarding in a controlled setting! Learn how to safely get on and off the board, tips for moving from kneeling to standing on the board, and paddling techniques at our outdoor pool, City Park Pool. Lifejackets will be provided and required for all participants. Individuals will have time at the end of the session to practice on their own. AQUATICS SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION STAY UP TO DATE ON WEATHER-RELATED POOL CLOSINGS! SIGN UP AT ICGOV.ORG/RAINOUT 23 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16597 Deep Water Aerobics with Helen M 5/2/22–5/23/22 5:15 PM–6:00 PM 16–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16.00 16598 Deep Water Aerobics with Helen M 6/6/22–6/27/22 5:15 PM–6:00 PM 16–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16.00 16599 Deep Water Aerobics with Helen M 7/11/22–7/25/22 5:15 PM–6:00 PM 16–99 City Park Pool $12.00 16600 Deep Water Aerobics with Helen F 7/1/22–7/22/22 5:15 PM–6:00 PM 16–99 City Park Pool $16.00 16601 Deep Water Aerobics with Helen F 6/3/22–6/24/22 5:15 PM–6:00 PM 16–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16.00 16602 Deep Water Aerobics with Helen F 5/6/22–5/27/22 5:15 PM–6:00 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16.00 DEEP WATER AEROBICS Focusing on balance, flexibility, and overall body fitness using a variety of deep-water exercises designed to strengthen your core muscles and enhance cardiovascular endurance. Classes start with a warm up and stretching exercises before engaging in more strenuous exercises. Intensity: Low to Moderate #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16581 Arthritis Foundation Water Fitness with Rita M 5/2/22–5/23/22 11:00 AM–12:00 PM 16–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16.00 16578 Arthritis Foundation Water Fitness with Rita M 6/6/22–6/27/22 11:00 AM–12:00 PM 16–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16.00 16579 Arthritis Foundation Water Fitness with Rita M 7/11/22– 7/25/22 11:00 AM–12:00 PM 16–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $12.00 16580 Arthritis Foundation Water Fitness with Rita M 8/1/22–8/22/22 11:00 AM–12:00 PM 16–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16.00 ARTHRITIS FOUNDATION Classes include a wide array of movements designed to increase range of motion and muscle strength while reducing fatigue and stiffness. Classes build in intensity from gentle to moderate to increase function and confidence in participants state of wellbeing. Participants do not need to know how to swim to participate in AFAP. Intensity: Low to Moderate #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16612 Water Aerobics with Becky Tu 5/3/22–5/24/22 9:15–10:00 AM 11–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $16.00 16582 Water Aerobics with Jen M 5/2/22–5/23/22 8:15–9:00 AM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16.00 16583 Water Aerobics with Jen M 6/6/22–6/27/22 8:15–9:00 AM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16.00 16584 Water Aerobics with Jen M 7/11/22–7/25/22 8:15–9:00 AM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $12.00 16585 Water Aerobics with Jen M 8/1/22–8/22/22 8:15–9:00 AM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16.00 16586 Water Aerobics with Jen W 5/4/22–5/25/22 8:15–9:00 AM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16.00 16587 Water Aerobics with Jen W 6/1/22–6/22/22 8:15–9:00 AM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16.00 16588 Water Aerobics with Jen W 7/6/22–7/27/22 8:15–9:00 AM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16.00 16589 Water Aerobics with Jen W 8/10/22–8/31/22 8:15–9:00 AM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16.00 WATER AEROBICS Focusing on balance, flexibility, and overall body fitness using a variety of deep-water exercises designed to strengthen your core muscles and enhance cardiovascular endurance. Classes start with a warm up and stretching exercises before engaging in more strenuous exercises. Intensity: Moderate to High TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours 24 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16604 Swim Squad M 6/20/22–8/1/22 11:30 AM–12:15 PM 6–13 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $112.00 16608 Swim Squad M 6/20/22–8/1/22 12:15–1:00 PM 6–13 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $112.00 16605 Swim Squad Tu 6/14/22–8/2/22 11:30 AM–12:15 PM 6–13 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $112.00 16609 Swim Squad Tu 6/14/22–8/2/22 12:15–1:00 PM 6–13 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $112.00 16606 Swim Squad W 6/15/22–8/3/22 11:30 AM–12:15 PM 6–13 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $112.00 16611 Swim Squad W 6/15/22–8/3/22 12:15–1:00 PM 6–13 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $112.00 16607 Swim Squad Th 6/16/22–8/4/22 11:30 AM–12:15 PM 6–13 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $112.00 16610 Swim Squad Th 6/16/22–8/4/22 12:15–1:00 PM 6–13 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $112.00 TRI-UMPH YOUTH DEVELOPMENT SWIM SQUAD TRI-Umph Today offers a program for those wanting to take the next step after the ICPRD lesson program. Participants must be able to swim 25 continuous yards to participate. With over 36 years of coaching experience Mandi will bring a unique approach to the sport of swimming, prioritizing fun and technical improvement. It is always her goal that they have fun improving and being challenged. Areas of focus include;Improving free style and back stroke. Introduction of breast stroke and fly. Improving streamline, kicking, starts and open/flip turns, improving aerobic fitness and strength #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16568 Aqua Bootcamp with Connie Sa 6/4/22–6/25/22 9:00–10:00 AM 10–99 City Park Pool $16.00 16569 Aqua Bootcamp with Connie Sa 7/9/22–7/30/22 9:00–10:00 AM 10–99 City Park Pool $16.00 16570 Aqua Bootcamp with Connie Sa 8/6/22–8/20/22 9:00–10:00 AM 10–99 City Park Pool $12.00 AQUA BOOTCAMP An intensive fitness class using a variety of exercises, equipment, and the water’s natural resistance to increase flexibility, strength, cardio and core fitness. A portion of this class takes place on deck. Intensity: Moderate to High AQUATICS SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION STAY UP TO DATE ON WEATHER-RELATED POOL CLOSINGS! SIGN UP AT ICGOV.ORG/RAINOUT 25 26 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours INCLUSIVE RECREATION Arts and Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 Fairy Garden Terrarium. . . . . . . . .27 Funtime Fitness. . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Show me the Money: Financial Literacy 101 . . . . . . . . .28 Social Seekers. . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29 Stress Less, Express Yourself . . . . .29 INCLUSIVE RECREATION SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 27 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16424 DIY Tote Bag M 6/13/22–6/13/22 6:00–7:30 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $8.00 16419 DIY Father’s Day Gift W 6/15/22–6/15/22 6:00–7:30 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $8.00 16417 Sand Art Creations M 6/20/22–6/20/22 6:00–7:00 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $8.00 16425 DIY Mug Magic M 7/11/22–7/11/22 6:00–7:15 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $8.00 16418 Mandala Sand Art M 7/18/22–7/18/22 6:00–7:00 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $8.00 16412 “Bee” Inspired W 7/20/22–7/20/22 2:00–3:15 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $8.00 16420 Pom-tastic M 7/25/22–7/25/22 6:00–7:15 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $8.00 16426 DIY Mason Jar Bath Salts M 8/8/22–8/8/22 6:00–7:15 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $8.00 16427 Yarn-o-Rama Tu 8/9/22–8/9/22 6:00–7:00 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $8.00 ARTS AND CRAFTS Join a class for fun and social interaction and explore a variety of mediums to create the best creative art projects. Create your very own masterpiece that will interact with your senses, psyche and physical well being. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16454 Fairy Garden Terrarium Sa 7/16/22–7/16/22 11:00 AM–12:15 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16.00 16455 Fairy Garden Terrarium Th 7/28/22–7/28/22 6:00–7:15 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $16.00 FAIRY GARDEN TERRARIUM Come learn how to plant and care for your very own fairy garden terrarium. In this class, we will have a lot of fun creating our own decorations and learning about how plants grow. TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours 28 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16414 Funtime Fitness W 6/22/22–7/6/22 5:30–6:30 PM 16–99 James Alan McPherson Park $24.00 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16423 Show Me the Money- Financial Literacy 101 W 7/27/22–7/27/22 2:00–3:15 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $8.00 FUNTIME FITNESS Take time out of your work day for a moderate workout of stretching, moving and getting re-energized for the day. Games and creative arts will be included to build self confidence and mind body expression. SHOW ME THE MONEY: FINANCIAL LITERACY 101 Learn the basics of money management: Financial goal setting, credit card management and credit scores. Learn valuable skills that you will use for the rest of your life. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16450 Sun-dae Monday M 6/6/22–6/6/22 1:00–3:00 PM 16–99 Mercer Park $8.00 16443 Karaoke Mocktails + Snacks M 6/27/22–6/27/22 6:00–7:30 PM 16–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $8.00 16413 Pizza + BINGO W 7/13/22–7/13/22 6:00–7:30 PM 16–99 Scanlon Gymnasium $12.00 16457 July Jubilee F 7/15/22–7/15/22 5:00–7:00 PM 12–99 Mercer Park $8.00 16452 Sun-dae Monday M 8/1/22–8/1/22 4:00–5:30 PM 16–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $8.00 16444 Ode to Summer W 8/3/22–8/3/22 5:00–7:00 PM 16–99 Mercer Park $8.00 SOCIAL SEEKERS Get to know new friends while trying new activities. Join in for ice cream, karaoke, themed parties and so much more. INCLUSIVE RECREATION SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 29 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16442 Stress Less, Express Yourself Tu 6/21/22–6/28/22 6:00–7:15 PM 14–99 Mercer Park Aquatic Center $14.00 STRESS LESS, EXPRESS YOURSELF Learn how to manage stress through breathing, art, journaling, music, and positive interactions with others. Increase your attention span, focus muscle tone, flexibility and so much more! #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16187 Tennis Tu 6/14/22–7/12/22 5:30–6:30 PM 16–99 City Park $24.00 16421 SPI Softball Skills Th 6/16/22–7/14/22 4:30–5:30 PM 14–99 Napoleon Park $24.00 16422 SPI Softball Team Th 6/16/22–7/14/22 5:30–6:45 PM 14–99 Napoleon Park $24.00 16415 Flag Football Tu 7/19/22–8/9/22 5:30–6:45 PM 14–99 Mercer Park $24.00 16416 Kickball Th 7/21/22–8/11/22 5:30–6:45 PM 14–99 Mercer Park $18.00 16456 All Out Sports Night W 8/10/22–8/10/22 6:00–8:00 PM 16–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $12.00 SPORTS Take a chance and join the team! No experience needed to have fun while testing your skills playing different sports. Focus on team work, learning and improving skills. 30 TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours YOUTH RECREATION Archery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Fishing. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31 Taekwondo in the Parks. . . . . . . .31 Taekwondo: Returning Students . . .31 Tball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Triathlon. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Volleyball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Teen Dynamics Summer Fun . . . . . 33 Tween Summer Fun Experience . . . 33 Half-Day Art Camps . . . . . . . . . .34 Summer Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Ceramics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Crochet Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Discovery Garden Extravaganza . . .36 Investigation Stations on the Move . 37 Playgrounds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Theatre Workshops . . . . . . . . . . 37 YOUTH RECREATION 31YOUTH RECREATION SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16205 Try Fishing W 6/8/22 5:15–6:45 PM 3–14 City Park $3.00 16206 Try Fishing W 6/15/22 5:15–6:45 PM 3–14 City Park $3.00 16207 Try Fishing W 6/22/22 5:15–6:45 PM 3–14 City Park $3.00 16208 Try Fishing W 6/29/22 5:15–6:45 PM 3–14 City Park $3.00 FISHING Ever want to take the kids fishing but don’t want to hassle with untangling the fishing poles, getting out all the equipment or buying the bait? Iowa City Parks and Recreation is hosting try-it fishing nights at Lower City Park. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16179 Youth Archery M 7/11/22–8/1/22 5:30–6:00 PM 8–12 Napoleon Park $26.00 16180 Youth Archery M 7/11/22–8/1/22 6:15–6:45 PM 8–12 Napoleon Park $26.00 16181 Youth Archery M 7/11/22–8/1/22 7:00–7:30 PM 8–12 Napoleon Park $26.00 16182 Youth Archery W 7/13/22–8/3/22 5:30–6:00 PM 8–12 Napoleon Park $26.00 16183 Youth Archery W 7/13/22–8/3/22 6:15–6:45 PM 8–12 Napoleon Park $26.00 16184 Youth Archery W 7/13/22–8/3/22 7:00–7:30 PM 8–12 Napoleon Park $26.00 ARCHERY This program is geared for the beginner archer. Participants will learn the basics of archery, including equipment, safety, range commands and shooting technique. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16288 Little Dragons M 6/6/22–6/27/22 5:00–5:30 PM 4–6 Mercer Park $24.00 16291 Little Dragons M 7/11/22–8/1/22 5:00–5:30 PM 4–6 Mercer Park $24.00 16292 New Students M 6/6/22–6/27/22 5:35–6:15 PM 7–12 Mercer Park $24.00 16289 New Students M 7/11/22–8/1/22 5:35–6:15 PM 7–12 Mercer Park $24.00 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16274 Beginner Tu Th 6/2/22–6/30/22 5:00–5:45 PM 6–18 Robert A Lee $36.00 16275 Beginner Tu Th 7/5/22–7/28/22 5:00–5:45 PM 6–18 Robert A Lee $32.00 16276 Beginner Tu Th 8/2/22–8/30/22 5:00–5:45 PM 6–18 Robert A Lee $36.00 16277 Advanced Tu Th 6/2/22–6/30/22 5:50–6:40 PM 6–18 Robert A Lee $36.00 16278 Advanced Tu Th 7/5/22–7/28/22 5:50–6:40 PM 6–18 Robert A Lee $32.00 16279 Advanced Tu Th 8/2/22–8/30/22 5:50–6:40 PM 6–18 Robert A Lee $36.00 TAEKWONDO IN THE PARKS Interested in martial arts? This program is designed for new students. Participants are taught material to help build a foundation for Taekwondo training while improving motor skills, memory, discipline and confidence. TAEKWONDO: RETURNING STUDENTS Returning students will learn and continue to develop the primary principles of Taekwondo, including the kicks, punches and blocks associated with traditional Olympic-style World Taekwondo Federation (WTF) technique. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16167 Minor League M W 6/6/22–7/13/22 5:20–6:05 PM 4–5 Mercer Park $42.00 16168 Minor League M W 6/6/22–7/13/22 5:20–6:05 PM 4–5 Mercer Park $42.00 16169 Minor League M W 6/6/22–7/13/22 5:20–6:05 PM 4–5 Willow Creek $42.00 16170 Minor League M W 6/6/22–7/13/22 5:20–6:05 PM 4–5 Happy Hollow $42.00 16171 Minor League Tu Th 6/7/22–7/14/22 6:15–7:00 PM 4–5 Mercer Park $42.00 16172 Minor League Tu Th 6/7/22–7/14/22 6:15–7:00 PM 4–5 Mercer Park $42.00 16173 Minor League Tu Th 6/7/22–7/14/22 6:15–7:00 PM 4–5 Willow Creek $42.00 16174 Minor League Tu Th 6/7/22–7/14/22 6:15–7:00 PM 4–5 Happy Hollow $42.00 16159 Major League M W 6/6/22–7/13/22 6:15–7:00 PM 5–6 Mercer Park $42.00 16160 Major League M W 6/6/22–7/13/22 6:15–7:00 PM 5–6 Mercer Park $42.00 16161 Major League M W 6/6/22–7/13/22 6:15–7:00 PM 5–6 Willow Creek $42.00 16162 Major League M W 6/6/22–7/13/22 6:15–7:00 PM 5–6 Happy Hollow $42.00 16163 Major League Tu Th 6/7/22–7/14/22 5:20–6:05 PM 5–6 Mercer Park $42.00 16164 Major League Tu Th 6/7/22–7/14/22 5:20–6:05 PM 5–6 Mercer Park $42.00 16165 Major League Tu Th 6/7/22–7/14/22 5:20–6:05 PM 5–6 Willow Creek $42.00 16166 Major League Tu Th 6/7/22–7/14/22 5:20–6:05 PM 5–6 Happy Hollow $42.00 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16192 Tennis Tu Th 6/7/22–6/23/22 9:00–9:30 AM 4–5 Mercer Park $24.00 16193 Tennis Tu Th 7/12/22–7/28/22 9:00–9:30 AM 4–5 Mercer Park $24.00 16194 Tennis Tu Th 6/7/22–6/23/22 9:30–10:10 AM 6–7 Mercer Park $24.00 16195 Tennis Tu Th 6/7/22–6/23/22 5:00–5:40 PM 6–7 Mercer Park $24.00 16196 Tennis Tu Th 7/12/22–7/28/22 9:30–10:10 AM 6–7 Mercer Park $24.00 16197 Tennis Tu Th 7/12/22–7/28/22 5:00–5:40 PM 6–7 Mercer Park $24.00 16198 Tennis Tu Th 6/7/22–6/23/22 10:15–10:55 AM 8–10 Mercer Park $24.00 16199 Tennis Tu Th 6/7/22–6/23/22 5:45–6:25 PM 8–10 Mercer Park $24.00 16200 Tennis Tu Th 7/12/22–7/28/22 10:15–10:55 AM 8–10 Mercer Park $24.00 16201 Tennis Tu Th 7/12/22–7/28/22 5:45–6:25 PM 8–10 Mercer Park $24.00 16188 Tennis Tu Th 6/7/22–6/23/22 11:00–11:40 AM 11–14 Mercer Park $24.00 16189 Tennis Tu Th 6/7/22–6/23/22 6:30–7:10 PM 11–14 Mercer Park $24.00 16190 Tennis Tu Th 7/12/22–7/28/22 11:00–11:40 AM 11–14 Mercer Park $24.00 16191 Tennis Tu Th 7/12/22–7/28/22 6:30–7:10 PM 11–14 Mercer Park $24.00 TBALL Tball is a safe way for your child to experience softball or baseball. Kids will meet twice a week, 6 practice and 5 games. Program will always be held at the time and days registered for. Game locations may vary. TENNIS Tennis is a lifelong sport that all kids should experience. It is a cardiovascular sport that helps develop balance, agility, and hand-eye coordination. Equipment and court will be modified according to the USTA standards to ensure kids are developing the basic skills. TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours 32 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16177 Triathlon Sa 7/23/22 8:30–8:45 AM 5–6 Mercer Park $15.00 16178 Triathlon Sa 7/23/22 8:45–9:00 AM 7–9 Mercer Park $15.00 16176 Triathlon Sa 7/23/22 9:00–9:15 AM 10–12 Mercer Park $15.00 TRIATHLON Swim, Bike, and Run for Fun! This is a perfect starting point for kids to Try a Tri. The City of Iowa City TRYathlon is about completion not competition. All athletic levels are welcome. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16215 Sand Volleyball W 6/1/22–6/29/22 5:20–6:00 PM 8–9 City Park $24.00 16214 Sand Volleyball W 6/1/22–6/29/22 6:10–7:00 PM 10–12 City Park $24.00 VOLLEYBALL Pass, Set, Hit! Iowa City Parks and Recreation is offering an instructional sand volleyball program for youth ages 9-12. Participants will learn the basic fundamentals such as underhand serving, setting, and passing in a fun and positive environment. 33YOUTH RECREATION SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16467 Teen Dynamics Summer Fun Tu Th 6/14/22–8/11/22 1:00–4:00 PM 13–17 Mercer Park No Fee #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16449 Tween Summer Fun Experience M W 6/13/22–8/17/22 12:00–4:00 PM 11–14 Mercer Park Aquatic Center No Fee TEEN DYNAMICS SUMMER FUN Tweens and teens alike will enjoy weekly drop-in recreation activities and learn more about the community they reside in. Activities to include life skills, arts, sports and civic engagement in the community and surrounding area. TWEEN SUMMER FUN EXPERIENCE Drop in for weekly fun. A safe space that promotes healthy decision making, unity among youth and fun experiences. A twist on games and activities will be offered daily. TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours 34 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16325 Creating with Clay - Tiles and Bowls M Tu W Th F 6/13/22–6/17/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $90.00 16326 Marvelous Mosaics M Tu W Th F 6/20/22–6/24/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $90.00 16327 Stamps, Stencils, and Slabs M Tu W Th F 6/27/22–7/1/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $90.00 16328 Paper Making Mania Tu W Th F 7/5/22–7/8/22 1:00–:00 PM 6–13 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $72.00 16329 Creating with Clay - Coil Creations M Tu W Th F 7/11/22–7/15/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $90.00 16330 Gnome and Fairy Gardens M Tu W Th F 7/18/22–7/22/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $90.00 16318 Keychains, Pins, Bracelets, Oh My!M Tu W Th F 7/25/22–7/29/22 1:00 –4:00 PM 6–13 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $90.00 16331 Puppets and Plays M Tu W Th F 8/1/22–8/5/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $90.00 HALF DAY ART CAMPS Children will discover their inner artist as they invent, experiment and create in these half day art camps. Enroll in one or any number of these engaging, hands-on camps. Come on....be creative with us! #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16343 Session 1 M Tu W Th F 6/13/22–6/24/22 7:30 AM–5:30 PM 6–13 Ned Ashton House $390.00 16344 Session 2 M Tu W Th F 6/27/22–7/8/22 7:30 AM–5:30 PM 6–13 Ned Ashton House $351.00 16345 Session 3 M Tu W Th F 7/11/22–7/22/22 7:30 AM–5:30 PM 6–13 Ned Ashton House $390.00 16346 Session 4 M Tu W Th F 7/25/22–8/5/22 7:30 AM–5:30 PM 6–13 Ned Ashton House $390.00 SUMMER CAMP —ROOTED IN ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATION Discover gardening, river systems, hydroponics, campfires, and more at outdoor camp this year! Located at the historic Ned Ashton House, every STEAM and nature project will encourage creativity, critical thinking, and innovation. Swimming at City Park Pool included. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16366 Handbuilt Sculptures Sa 6/18/22 & 7/2/2022 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM 10–16 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $24.00 16367 Handbuilt Vessels Sa 7/16/22 & 7/30/2022 11:00 AM– 1:00 PM 10–16 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $24.00 CERAMICS Learn the traditional methods of handbuild ceramics; pinch, coil and slab. Experiment with combining these. Build functional and non-functional art. 35 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16388 Mason Jar Coozies Su 6/12/22–6/12/22 1:00–4:30 PM 12–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $25.00 16389 Granny Squares Galore Su 6/26/22–6/26/22 1:00–4:30 PM 12–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $25.00 16390 Amigurumi Su 7/10/22–7/10/22 1:00–4:30 PM 12–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $25.00 16391 Bags, Baskets, and Bunting Su 7/24/22–7/24/22 1:00–4:30 PM 12–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $25.00 16392 Advanced Granny Shapes Su 8/7/22–8/7/22 1:00–4:30 PM 12–99 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $25.00 CROCHET CLASSES These crochet classes will cover beginning and continuing crochet level techniques. Consider taking a class or two with a friend or family member. Perfect for teens and adults both! YOUTH RECREATION SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION TO REGISTER: Online at icgov.org/ActivityRegistration In-person at Mercer Park Aquatic Center & Scanlon Gym or Robert A. Lee Recreation Center Phone 319-356-5100 during regular business hours 36 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16333 Session 1 Th 6/16/22–7/7/22 9:00–10:30 AM 2–5 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $36.00 16334 Session 1 Su 6/19/22–7/10/22 2:30–4:00 PM 2–5 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $36.00 16335 Session 2 Th 7/14/22–8/4/22 9:00 –10:30 AM 2–5 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $36.00 16336 Session 2 Su 7/17/22–8/7/22 2:30– 4:00 PM 2–5 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $36.00 DISCOVERY GARDEN EXTRAVAGANZA Let’s get outdoors and explore the Discovery Garden. We will be using plants to make art, drawing inspiration from insects, getting messy with mud, and collecting rocks! Participants must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. CHILDREN’S DISCOVERY GARDEN The Children’s Discovery Garden was created by a partnership of Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department, ECO Iowa City, Backyard Abundance and Collins Aerospace. The garden is located on the north side of the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center in Iowa City. The garden is open every day, all day. Groups welcome. GARDEN WAGON This new wagon is chock-full of fun activities to be enjoyed in the garden. Explore plants, insects, and soil plus make music and move through the garden when you check out and use the garden wagon. Observation, inquiry, and hands-on sensory experiences into the surrounding natural world is realized by the use of our Garden Wagon supplies. The wagon must stay in the Children’s Discovery Garden space. Suggested ages 3-8 years. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Contact joyce-carroll@iowa-city.org THE OUTDOOR EDIBLE CLASSROOM The Edible Classroom at the Robert A. Lee Recreation Center is open to visitors during facility hours. Come see local food growing in the gardens, play in the fairy garden and watch the butterflies fly around. In partnership with Backyard Abundance, the edible classroom was awarded an Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship Grant. 37 #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16338 Cardigan Park M Tu W Th F 6/13/22–8/5/22 9:30–11:30 AM 6–13 Cardigan Park No Fee 16339 North Market Square Park M Tu W Th F 6/13/22–8/5/22 9:30–11:30 AM 6–13 North Market Square Park No Fee 16341 Wetherby Park M Tu W Th F 6/13/22–8/5/22 9:30–11:30 AM 6–13 Wetherby Park No Fee 16340 Willow Creek Park M Tu W Th F 6/13/22–8/5/22 9:30–11:30 AM 6–13 Willow Creek Park No Fee PLAYGROUNDS Experiment with STEAM activities, make art, and play games Monday-Friday mornings at one or more Playground sites. #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16361 Kiwanis Park W 6/15/22–6/15/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Kiwanis Park No Fee 16356 Pheasant Ridge W 6/22/22–6/22/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Pheasant Ridge No Fee 16359 Mercer Park W 6/29/22–6/29/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Mercer Park No Fee 16358 Broadway Center W 7/6/22–7/6/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Broadway Center No Fee 16357 FairMeadows Park W 7/13/22–7/13/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 FairMeadows Park No Fee 16360 Whispering Meadows Park W 7/20/22–7/20/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Whispering Meadows Park No Fee 16355 Court Hill Park W 7/27/22–7/27/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Court Hill Park No Fee 16362 Longfellow Nature Trail W 8/3/22–8/3/22 1:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Longfellow Nature Trail No Fee INVESTIGATION STATIONS Discover your love for science and the arts! Explore rocket building, biology, chemical reactions, non-traditional arts and more! Music, games and special guests will be featured as well. Preschoolers welcome with adult supervisor. Generously funded by ACT. YOUTH RECREATION SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION #Title Day Date Time Ages Location Fee 16371 Let’s Practice Plays Su 6/19/22–6/19/22 2:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $12.00 16372 Messing with Musicals Su 7/10/22–7/10/22 2:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $12.00 16373 Set and Prop Design Su 7/31/22–7/31/22 2:00–4:00 PM 6–13 Robert A. Lee Recreation Center $12.00 THEATRE WORKSHOPS These workshops are designed to introduce kids to the many facets of theatre. Sign up for one or more today! 38 SPECIAL EVENTS City Service Open House . . . . . . .39 Pedal Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Pride at the Pool . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Juneteenth . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Run4Fun Cross Country 5K Race . . 39 Sunrise to Sunset . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Dog Paddle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Party in the Park . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Farmers Market . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Market Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . .40 Free Movie Series . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Gardener Parties . . . . . . . . . . . .41 Music on the Move @ Rec N Roll . . 41 Special Events are open to the public and free except where noted. JUNETEENTH Sunday, June 19 Mercer Park • 2701 Bradford Dr Join us to commemorate the end of slavery in the United States with a celebration in Johnson County. This event will be sponsored by Johnson County Social Services. For updated information and event details visit facebook.com/jciajunteenth RUN4FUN CROSS COUNTRY 5K RACE (#16244) Saturday, July 23, 8:00 AMIowa City Kickers Soccer Park • 4400 Soccer Park Rd Come out and run the IAHSAA & IGHSAU cross country state qualifier meet’s route. Awards will be presented to the top finishers in each age category. $10 entry fee. To enroll use activity #16244. SUNRISE TO SUNSETSaturday, July 23City Park Pool • 200 Park Rd Iowa City Parks and Recreation will be hosting games, water safety activities and more at City Park from sunrise to sunset concluding with a movie in the park. All donations form admissions on this day will go back into our community outreach and learn to swim scholarship. DOG PADDLE Sunday, September 11, 12:00–2:00 PM or 3:00–5:00 PMCity Park Pool • 200 Park Rd Take your pup for a swim before the pool closes for the season. For more information or to register your dog visit www.icgov.org/pools PUBLIC WORKS OPEN HOUSE Saturday, May 21, 8:00 AM–5:00 PM 3810 Napoleon Ln The City’s Public Works Open House will be a one- of-a-kind event featuring indoor roller skating, a quilt show, an outdoor movie screening, live music, food vendors, and an open house exploring the new, award-winning Public Works facility! Running from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at 3810 Napoleon Lane, the event is a collaboration with the Old Capitol Quilters Guild. The entire Public Works facility will be draped in beautiful, handmade quilts from local quilters. Even the City’s massive snowplows will be included in quilt displays! PEDAL POWER Sunday, June 5, 1:00–3:00 PMTerry Trueblood Recreation Area • 579 McCollister Blvd Bicycling is one of many wonderful ways for youth to experience an empowering sense of freedom while gaining great exercise. However, it is not without its risks. Iowa City Parks and Recreation will be hosting a bicycle skills and family fun event designed to teach bicyclists the skills they need in order to be safe and courteous riders on community roads and trails. Learning bike handling and traffic skills can help riders enjoy bicycling more and reduce the chance for injury. Other activities include bicycle decorating, scavenger hunt and a strider bike race. PRIDE AT THE POOL Friday, June 17, 1:30-4:30 PMCity Park Pool • 200 Park Rd In celebration of Pride Month, the Iowa City Parks & Recreation Department and Iowa City Pride are partnering to host Pride at the Pool. The event activities are free and special pool admission is $1 from 1:30 to 4:30 p.m. The fun-filled day includes a Splish Splash Storytime reading of Julian Is A Mermaid by one of Iowa City’s own Drag Queens, sidewalk chalk, temporary tattoos, pride flags galore, and much more! All individuals are encouraged to attend SPECIAL EVENTS SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 39 40 FARMERS MARKET Saturdays, May 7–October 29, 7:30 AM–12:00 PMChauncey Swan Parking Ramp Open-air market with fresh, homegrown produce, baked goods, handicrafts, plants, and flowers. icgov.org/FarmersMarket MARKET MUSIC Saturdays, June 7–October 29, 9:00–11:00 AM A series of musicians entertain market participants at the Farmers Market. Market Music sponsored by GreenState Credit Union June 4 Ingrid StreitzJune 11 Yahoo DrummersJune 18 Old Cap String BandJune 25 The Laid Back BandJuly 2 DJ Saxophonist Lucas SanorJuly 9 Stephanie Catlett with Dan PadleyJuly 16 Jarrett Purdy & Dan PadleyJuly 23 Nikki LundenJuly 30 The DrollingersAugust 6 Ryne Doughty August 13 Awful PurdiesAugust 20 David G SmithAugust 27 Joe & Coleen Peterson & FriendsSeptember 3 Saul Lubaroff & Andy ParrottSeptember 10 Dandelion Stompers September 17 Pennies on the RailSeptember 24 Tom SpielbauerOctober 1 Kalimbaman and the Likely SuspectsOctober 8 Ron & JanetOctober 15 Matthew Yoder October 22 Mark ArmstrongOctober 29 Champagne Academy of Irish Dance Special Events are open to the public and free except where noted. PARTY IN THE PARK Thursdays, 6:30–8:00 PM June 2 James Alan McPherson Park June 9 Scott Park June 16 Thornberry Dog Park (Yappy Hour) June 23 Glendale Park June 30 Willow Creek Park July 7 Wetherby Park July 14 Mercer Park July 21 Kiwanis Park July 28 Hickory Hill Park August 4 Frauenholtz-Miller Park August 11 Hunters Run Park August 18 North Market Square Park SPECIAL EVENTS SUMMER 2022 ACTIVITY GUIDE IOWA CITY PARKS AND RECREATION ICGOV.ORG/RECREATION 41 FREE MOVIE SERIES Saturdays Summer of the Arts will be featuring their free movie series at various Iowa City Parks this summer. Movies will begin at Sundown. Iowa City Parks and Recreation will be providing activities for the kids prior to the movie. May 21 Napoleon Park Field of Dreams June 11 Willow Creek Park Cruella June 25 Mercer Park Soul July 23 Upper City Park Raya and the Last Dragon August 6 James AlanMcPherson Park Big Hero 6 GARDENER PARTIES Wednesdays, 6:30–8:00 PM Bring the family out to the garden plots. See what gardening is all about and play some yard games too. June 8 Wetherby ParkJuly 13 Chadek Green ParkAugust 3 Reno Street ParkAugust 24 Kiwanis Park MUSIC ON THE MOVE AND REC N ROLL Tuesdays, 6:30–8:00 PM Summer of the Arts and Iowa City Parks and Recreation have combined the Music on the Move with Rec N Roll to provide Iowa City with an evening of music and activities for all ages. June 7 Villa Park Dave Zollo June 14 Ned Ashton House James Tutson June 21 Cardigan Park Annie Savage June 28 Fairmeadows Park Kevin Burt July 5 North Hickory Hill Park Dave Zollo July 12 Upper City Park Annie Savage July 19 Terry Trueblood Recreation Area James Tutson July 26 Riverfront Crossings Park Annie Savage August 2 Wetherby Park Kevin Burt August 9 Happy Hollow Park James Tutson August 16 Mercer Park Kevin Burt August 23 Willow Creek Park Dave Zollo