Look through the Winter 2022 Program Guide online! Printed copies are available at PMRC, Stanton, City Hall and the Annapolis libraries. The electronic version of the Spring-Summer 2022 Program Guide will be out within the next week and it will include summer camp information. The print copies will be available by Friday, April 1, if not before.
 
Fencing Age 7-16 – register for March classes starting tomorrow age goes up to 16!
Come learn the art of Fencing, a growing program in the area! Learn the basics of fencing including rules, fundamentals, and footwork – which can help improve skill for other sports. Equipment is provided except for gloves. Gloves are required and can be purchased from instructor Larbi Soufiane during the first class. 8 weeks, held in PMRC Aux Gym. R $119 / NR $140
Classes start tomorrow Thursday, March 17!Soccer Shots Age 2-5
Committed to providing a positive experience for your child, Soccer Shots uses an expert-approved curriculum to teach new character words and skills each week to young learners in a fun environment. The spring Soccer Shots program is held for 10 weeks at Collison Field in Truxtun Park. Each class is 30 minutes. The spring session runs Mar 19- May 21 (no sessions Memorial Day weekend; make-up date Sat Jun 4.)Register online at www.soccershots.com/annapolis. For more information, please email sshaf@soccershots.com, robin@soccershots.com or call 443-224-3352.
 
Truxtun Tennis & Pickleball Courts Open Forum – next Thursday, March 24 at 6 pm at PMRC. Please join us to discuss all matters related to the courts. For more information, please contact Archie Trader at atrader@annapolis.gov.
 
5th Annual Pass, Pick & Play – sports equipment donations NOW accepted through next Thursday, March 24!
Pass, Pick & Play is an effort that provides children from financially-challenged families in the Annapolis area with free sporting goods. Pass, Pick & Play is a community-wide effort across all youth age groups. The sports equipment donation drive goes through Thursday, March 24. To drop off gently-used sports equipment, please go to one of the following locations:

• “Pip” Moyer Recreation Center (PMRC)
• The Key School
• Calvary United Methodist Church
• Discoveries: The Library at the Mall

 
Spring Softball Leagues Age 18+ – registration deadline is next Friday, March 25
Organized recreational slo-pitch leagues governed by ASA Rules. Team registration ONLY. However, if you are a single player looking for a team please contact LaKeisha Simmons to get on a free agent roster. Teams are required to have matching uniforms with numbers. All teams will have one practice week, followed by 10 weeks of play. Schedules will not go beyond June 30. To register a team the deadline is Friday, March 25. Email LaKeisha Simmons at lmsimmons@annapolis.gov. 10 weeks, $700 per team. Held on Truxtun Park Ballfields. Practice Week:  week of April 4 (weather permitting).

• Mon Men’s “D” April 11 #2105 doubleheader
• Wed Men’s “C” April 13 #2106 doubleheader
• Fri Co-Ed April 15 #2107 single game

Maryland Safe Boating Course Age 12+ – next class Saturday, April 2!
Ahoy Matey! Prepare for summer by taking this course that covers legal requirements, navigation rules, preparation and trailers, accidents, weather and water conditions, water sports, sailing and personal watercraft safety. This is an eight-hour course and test that satisfies Maryland law for local people to operate any motorized boat in Maryland waters.
Annapolis Recreation and Parks is offering five course dates this spring! All classes are one-day each from 8 am to 5 pm at the “Pip” Moyer Recreation Center. Participants need to bring food and drinks for the 30-minute lunch break.
Cost is $25 per participant. You must be pre-registered to attend. This course is for age 12+ but those ages 12-15 must be accompanied by a paying adult. Instructor:  Gerry Young.
For more information or to register, please contact LaKeisha Simmons at lmsimmons@annapolis.gov.

• Sat Apr 2 #2131
• Sat Apr 23 #2132
• Sat May 14 #2133
• Sat Jun 4 #2134

Community Open Forum – Saturday, April 2, 10 am to noon at PMRC. We will share information about recreation, parks and the City’s Harbormaster while in turn we’d like to hear from you! This event is open for all ages to attend.
 
Adult Easter Egg Hunt at Night – Saturday, April 9, 8-10 pm, PMRC parking lot
One thousand eggs are filled with “eggcellent prizes” including golden eggs worth $50 values or more! Bring a basket and a flashlight. Meet in the "Pip" Moyer Recreation Center parking lot by Ballfield #1. Age 18+ only (sorry, no children). Bring a basket and a flashlight. Proceeds benefit the Annapolis Recreation and Parks Scholarship Fund. Rain Date is Sunday, April 10th (same time and place). Register using code #2122. Ways to register:

• per person ticket cost $15 = sign up in person at PMRC Front Desk by 6 pm on Saturday, April 9th
• per person ticket cost $15 = online, IF you already have an account set up with us; register using code #2122
• per person ticket cost $20 = on site the night of the event; you must arrive by 7 pm AND pay with cash

 
Parent & Tot Gymnastics Age 12-36 months with parents
Parents will accompany and assist their young children through activities focusing on basic motor skills such as crawling, walking, jumping, grip strength and balance. Parent participation is required during every class. For the daily drop-in rate, a waiver is required. Instructor: Leandra Parkinson, held in the PMRC Aux Gym.
Drop-In:  R $10 / NR $12
Tue & Thu, 10:15-11 am
 
The REACH youth program continues with performances in 2022! Next up is ANNIE of Annapolis… from Hard Knocks to Happiness! We’re seeking actors, dancers, singers, stage crew and more! Email Ron-Shaye Clark for details at rdclark@annapolis.gov. More information about REACH can be found on page 8 of the Winter 2022 Program Guide.
 
Child Care registration is ongoing as space allows – Childcare for the current academic year is held before and after school at Annapolis, Germantown, Hillsmere, Mills-Parole and West Annapolis elementary schools.
AM Care is $117 per month and PM Care is $222 per month.
All registration must be done in person at PMRC (sorry, online registration is not available for childcare.) There is a $35 non-refundable registration fee. For more information, please contact LaKeisha Simmons at lmsimmons@annapolis.gov.
Information on the 2022-2023 school year will be announced by April. Please keep in mind that monthly rates will change for AM and PM care as a result of AACPS adjusting the start and end times of the school day starting in the fall.
 
Scholarship Program  for all City Residents (youth and adults)
The Annapolis Recreation and Parks Department (ARPD) maintains a Scholarship Fund for youth and adults who are City of Annapolis residents who do not have the financial means to participate in fee-based ARPD recreational programs, memberships and pool passes as long as applicable and approved. (Scholarship funds cannot be used for facility rentals, before/after school child care and “co-sponsored” programs.) Scholarships are awarded by means of account credit, and may or may not cover the entire cost of the program(s). Details about the ARPD Scholarship Program and how to apply can be found online.

GreenScape 2022 – 30th Anniversary
Join us for the 30th year of GreenScape! This is a City of Annapolis and community investment beautification program to clean up and plant in public spaces. The 2022 event will take place on Saturday, April 23rd. For more information, please email Marisa Wittlinger at mdwittlinger@annapolis.gov.
 
Learn about all of the City of Annapolis Parks, Trails & Playgrounds in the inaugural edition of our magazine! This is an eFlipbook online and print copies are now available at PMRC and at local Annapolis libraries!
 
Which parks and trails do you enjoy in the City of Annapolis? Do you know where they are all located? There are many from waterfront parks to nature parks to playgrounds to sports fields. This complete listing of the Parks, Trails and Playgrounds in the City should be helpful for you. Watch the Parks & Trails video that shares visually all the outdoor open spaces that the City of Annapolis has to offer!

• Park Locator site – to find parks, trails and playgrounds in the City of Annapolis. There are more than 200 acres among 38 parks and trails waiting for your visit.
• Map of Truxtun Park – refer to this helpful document to locate all the amenities in Truxtun Park.

Playgrounds – there is a new page on our website specifically for playgrounds! All of the playgrounds listed have Google Map links that take you to the specific locations in Annapolis.

• Playground Buddy – an app for your mobile device to see where playgrounds are located in Annapolis and the amenities of each one. Refer to the Playground Buddy Facebook page too.