| Recreational Programs |
| The Parks and Recreation Department offers a wide variety of activities throughout the year for the young and young at heart. (Last update: July 14th, 2008) |
Youth Programs
Adult Programs
Senior Programs
Family/All Ages
Youth Programs
Summer Recreation Sites
Summer Director: Sandra Godfrey
Locations:
| Geater Center Greenbriar Pre-School North Anderson Community Center Tenth Street School 5th St. United Methodist Church |
1611 Chase Street 2001 Ashbourne Road 101 East Oak Street 3124 East 10th Street 1124 West 5th Street |
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June 9th - July 25th |
Times: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Monday - Friday Ages 6 - 16 |
To participate attend the nearest site and register with the Site director.
Gym shoes are required.
Lunch Provide by Second Harvest Food Bank
Special Activities:
| June 19st | Hot Shot Competition for School Rec. Sites @ Geater Center 1:00 p.m. |
| June 26th | Co-ed Kickball Competition for School Rec. Sites @ North Anderson 1:00 p.m. |
| July 10th | Co-ed Wiffleball Competition for School Rec. sites @ TBA 1:00 p.m. |
Youth Programs
Special Activities:
| On-Going | Craft Class Geater Community Center, 648-6860 Mondays & Wednesdays, 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. |
| June 3rd - Aug 5th | Mobile D.J. Basics Geater Community Center, 648-6860 Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. |
| July 16th | Indiana Beach Field Trip Geater Community Center, 648-6860 Ages 8 to 17, sign-up deadline June 27th, participants responsible for general admission fee & rides, limited to 21 |
| August 12th | Paramount Kings Island Field Trip Geater Community Center, 648-6860 Ages 8 to 16, sign-up deadline July 25th, participants responsible for general admission fee & rides, limited to 21 |
Camps/Leagues:
| July 21st - July 24th | Youth Basic Skills Basketball Camp Geater Community Center, 648-6860 FREE, register by July 11th Girls grades 3 - 5, 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. boys grades 3 - 6, 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. |
| July 7th - Aug 15th | Anderson Youth Basketball Program Geater Community Center, 648-6860 $25 Registration Fee, Deadline June 20th Starter League - ages 3 to grade K Biddy League - Grades 1 & 2 **Girls a grade higher are eligible for each league** |
Football
The League teaches its youth the basic skills required to compete in an organized football environment. It also teaches life skills such as respect, responsibility, honesty, teamwork, and good sportsmanship which will help the youth succeed and make a positive impact in their future endeavors.
Flag Football - 1st & 2nd Grades
Junior Varsity Tackle - 3rd & 4th Grades
Varsity Tackle - 5th & 6th Grades
Cheerleading: Junior Varsity - 3rd & 4th grade, Varsity - 5th & 6th grade
**Pre-Season Mini Camp**
**Post-Season Play-Offs & Superbowl**
**Awards Ceremony**
Registration:
Early Bird (Before August 1st):
***Register early to receive equipment and participate in Mini-Camp***
$40/child - Tackle Football
$20/child - Flag Football
$20/child - Cheerleading
Regular Season (After August 1st):
$50/child - Tackle Football
$25/child - Flag Football
$25/child - CheerleadingSeason team jerseys are yours to keep
Register early to get your equipment early
Contact Rodney Chamberlain at 648-6854 for registration information
Click here for more details on the League
Fishing
Director: Rick Bramwell
All-American Fishing Derby & Casting Contest
Sunday, June 8th
Shadyside Recreation Area, Activities Center
12:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Youth up to age 16 with adult
Fishing Derby
Register: 12:30 p.m.
Derby: 1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Prizes: Most caught, largest fish & catfishCasting Contest
Register: 5:00 p.m.
Contest: 5:00 p.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Rod & Reel provided
Prizes awardedSponsored by Wal-Mart, Aqua Bassmasters, Shadyside Bait Shop, and Fall Creek Valley Conservation Club
Tennis
Director: David Ellis
July 14th - July 25th Youth Beginners Clinic
May's Park, Madison Ave. & West 10th St.
8:30 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.
Southside Sports Complex, Anderson High School
10:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.
Ages 8-16
Limited to 20, racquets provided
Register at 648-6858
Golf
Instructors: Tod Windlan & Betty Granger
Grandview Golf Course
1905 North Shore Ext.
July 15th - July 18th Youth Beginners Clinic - Meadowbrook Golf Course
8:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.
Ages 6 - 12
To register call 648-6858
| August 4th - 8th | Hook-A-Kid On Golf - Grandview Golf Course 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Ages 8 - 15 To register call 648-6858, deadline July12th Clubs provided |
Adult Programs
Fitness Centers
Geater Community Center
1611 Chase StreetMonday through Friday 11:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Ages 18 and older
$25 annual feePark Athletic League
101 East Oak StreetMonday through Friday 1:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Ages 18 and older
$25 annual fee
Free weights, stationery weight machines, tread mill, exercise bike, clean locker rooms with showers, hot sauna
Golf
Grandview Golf Course
1905 North Shore Ext.
(765) 648-6880
2008 Golf Events July 19th - July 20th Park Board Tournament, Low gross + net July 27th Senior Club Championship August 2nd - 3rd 3 Man Scramble, 35 hdcp, 3 tee shots per player August 9th - 10th First & Second Round Club Championship Match Play August 16th - 17th Semi-Final and Finals Club Championship Match Play August 24th Pro-Am, Men's and Ladies Club Mixed Scramble August 30th Pro-Am, Modified Scramble August 31st - September 1st Labor Day Tournament (Low Gross and Net) September 6th Beat the Pro, 80% of Handicap September 13th - 14th 2 Man Tourney, 25.0 index, alternate shot and scramble September 20th Pro-Am, Florida Everglades September 27th - 28th Ryder Cup vs. Meadowbrook October 4th Pro-Am, 2 Best Ball Gross October 18th Pro-Am, Florida Scramble
Volleyball
Shadyside Recreation Area, Activities Center
May 19th - August 31st
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.Mondays Men's League Tuesdays & Thursdays Church Recreational League Wednesdays Co-ed League For more information contact Paul Ruegamer (765) 593-6353
Boxing
Park Athletic League
101 East Oak StreetPAL Club Boxing Team
Monday - Thursday
4:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Training Golden Gloves with Coach Mark Lemerick
Register at (765) 648-6801
Senior Programs
Golden Age Senior Euchre Club
North Anderson Community Center
101 East Oak Street, 648-6858
Pat Foreman, President 649-5037Weekly euchre games, $1 a day; prize for top players. Age 50 and older. Come join the fun and fellowship.
Mondays 12:00 noon
Tuesday 12:30 p.m.
Fridays 12:00 noon
North Anderson Seniors
North Anderson Community Center
101 East Oak Street, 648-6858
Bob Hoover, President 642-1171Weekly activities and special activities throughout the year.
Meals: Wednesday & Friday, 4:30 p.m.
Pitch-In: Last Sunday of the month, 4:00 p.m.
Euchre: Sunday, Tuesday, & Friday, 6:00 p.m.
Donation Bingo: Wednesday, 1:00 p.m. & Saturday, 6:00 p.m.
Annual Euchre Tournament: August 26th & 27th, 6:00 p.m., $5 entry
Geater Senior Center
Geater Community Center
1611 Chase Street
Debra Nunn, Senior Activity Director, 648-6864Weekly activities and special activities throughout the year.
Mondays: 9:00 a.m.
10 -2:00p.m.
12:00 p.m.Library/Computer Room Open
Recreation Activities
LunchTuesdays: 9:00 a.m.
10 -2:00p.m.
12:00 p.m.Fitness Room Open
Recreation Activities
LunchWednesdays: 9:00 a.m.
10 -2:00p.m.
11:00 a.m.12:00 p.m.
Library/Computer Room Open
Recreation Activities
Bible Study (2nd Wednesday)Lunch
Thursdays: 9:00 a.m.
10 -2:00p.m.
12:00 p.m.
12:55 p.m.Fitness Room Open
Recreation Activities
Lunch
BingoFridays: 10:30 a.m. 12:00 p.m. Games
Pitch-In Lunch
Special Senior Activities
All activities and field trips begin at the Geater Community Center. Please call Debra Nunn at 648-6864 for more information, departure times, and registration.
| Indy Outings: Enjoy a day in the big city, make new friends and share good times with old friends | |
| June 4th | Indianapolis Indians Baseball |
| July 16th | Beef & Boards Dinner Theatre "Smoke on the Mountain", 10:00 a.m. departure, $30 |
| August 14th | Indiana State Fair, 8:00 a.m. departure, $7 |
| Fun With Friends: Pitch-In luncheons with a theme... | |
| June 13th | Let's Go Camping |
| July 11th | Red, White & Blue Christmas |
| August 8th | Motown Dance Party |
| On the Road Field Trips: Go 'On the Road' with friends and enjoy some of the special attractions Indiana has to offer. | |
| June 17th | Salomone Lake: Bring your own fishing gear or a good book to read and enjoy the beautiful outdoors. 8:00 a.m. departure, $10 |
| July 22nd | Sata Claus, Indiana: Enjoy Christmas in July with a visit to the Candy Castle, Santa Claus Museum, and Kringle Plaza, Lunch not included in trip cost. 8:00 a.m. departure, $15 |
| August 19th | Laporte County: Enjoy a museum visit and shopping at the Lighthouse Place Premium Outlet, Lunch not included in trip cost. 8:00 a.m. departure, $12 |
Family/All Ages
Everyday Fun.....
Swimming
Southside Pool
4500 South Madison Avenue
(765) 648-6872
May 31st to August 10th
Hours: Daily, Noon to 6:00 p.m.
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Fees: |
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5 & under $1.00 per person daily* |
| Season Passes: Individual $30 Family $65 *add $5 per person over 4 persons |
| **Pool Party Reservations: Reserve the pool for your party or family get-together. The cost is $125; contact the park office at 648-6855 for more details and to reserve. |
Golf
Grandview Golf Course
1905 North Shore ExtSoft Spikes Only on the Course
Golf Fees
Call (765) 648-6880 for Tee TimesSingle Round Fees: 18 Holes 9 holes Adults $13 $9 Juniors (17 & Under) $9 $7 Carts: Per Person $13 $7
Season Passes Fees Single Adult Unlimited $495 Senior Unlimited (55 & Older) $460 Jr. Unlimited (17 & Under) $175 Husband & Wife (married/residing same address) $650 Family Unlimited (children 17 & under at same address) $815 25 Rounds (18 Holes) $250 25 Rounds (9 Holes) $175 Cart Pass, Single Adult, Unlimited $725 Cart Pass, 25 Rounds $250
Shadyside Bait Shop
Located at 1117 Alexandria Pike, the Bait Shop offers bait and tackle services, concessions, and a daily breakfast and lunch cafe service. Open daily 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
Skate Park
A new skate park is open for use at Mays Park, located at West 10th & Madison Avenue. A street skaters dream, this plaza was designed after the Kettering, Ohio plaza. It features approximately 16,000 square feet of concrete ramps, rails, and stairs and includes a fun box and magba gap. The plaza is perfect for the beginner and advanced skater alike. Operating hours are daily from dawn to 11:00 p.m.
Special Activities....
Baseball Games
Bus trips to see major league teams like the Chicago Cubs, and Cincinnati Reds:
June 1st Cincinnati Reds vs. Atlanta Braves
Game time 1:15 p.m. EST
Fee: $45.00 per personJuly 20th Cincinnati Reds vs. New York Mets
Game Time 1:15 p.m. EST
Fee: $45.00 per personFor reservation information call: (765) 648-6858
Run/Walk Program
Anderson Road Runners
For information please email President Franklyn St. Phillips at saintphilli@hotmail.com or call (765) 683-9294, (765) 635-5696 or visit the website at www.andersonroadrunners.org
Weekly Run/Walk for Fitness
Held at the Shadyside Lake Activity Center, Thursdays, May to October at 5:30 for youth ages 3 to 11 and 6:00 p.m. for 12 and older.
29th Annual White River Run
A 10 K & competitive walk occurs Saturday May 17th at 1:30 p.m. Open to all ages, contact the Anderson Road Runners for registration/entry fees.
Geater Community Center
Indiana Fever Game
Bus trip to Indianapolis to cheer on the Fever - TBA
Indianapolis Indians Game
Bus trip to Indianapolis Victory Field to cheer on the Indians -TBA
"Old School" Community Block Party
Tuesdays, June 17th to August 5th; Enjoy food and music with neighbors, bring lawn chairs and relax or get up and dance to Old School R&B, Jazz, and Blues (hot dogs and beverages provided), 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Movies in the Park
Join us Friday Nights in July for a movie in the park from 9:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Admission is always free. Concessions will be available. Grab the kids, bring a blanket and enjoy the show. Rain date August 3rd.
July 11th Daddy Day Camp
July 18th Shrek the Third
July 25th Are We Done Yet?
August 1st Surf's Up
Concerts in the Park
Join us on several Sunday evenings for a concert in the park. Admission is free and the concerts run from 7:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Concessions will be available.
June 29th 10th Annual "Shadyside Celebration"
8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Anderson Symphony Orchestra
July 13th Cook & Bell
July 20th Jane Bond & The Pink Martini's
July 27th Wright Brothers
August 3rd Gregg Bacon