Thursday, February 16, 2023

The Winter 2023 Program Guide is includes programs and events for February and March.

The Spring 2023 Program Guide will be by the end of the month. It will include Summer 2023 Camps! Registration is slated to start next Monday, February 20.

Adult Easter Egg Hunt at Night – Saturday, April 1, 8-10 pm, PMRC parking lot

We are back with one of your favorite annual events! Hundreds of eggs are filled with prizes, hidden outside and then wait to be found by YOU. Some eggs are worth $50 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.) Sweet Satisfaction and Fun-O-kake & Fried Chicken food trucks will be on site that night selling sweet treats and savory snacks! Rain Date is Sunday, April 2nd (same time and place). Cost is $20 per person; tickets are non-refundable. Proceeds benefit the Annapolis Recreation and Parks Scholarship Fund. For this event, you must register at PMRC in person in order to receive your ticket(s). Please note that the ballfields will close at 6 pm on the night of the egg hunt.

Adult Pickleball (age 18+) ongoing Mon-Fri from 6 am to 2 pm. See page 4 in the Winter 2023 Program Guide for details!

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.

PMRC Fitness Instructor Linda Roberts was selected to be part of the next series of Chair One Fitness curriculum recording videos! She heads to Norfolk the first week of March for this taping. Please congratulate Linda when you see here next – this is an honor and a testament to her enthusiasm and dedication as a fitness instructor!

Fitness Classes – Please review the schedule for current offerings! This schedule is often changed in real time so please double check before coming to PMRC. Last minute cancellations are posted on social media so please follow our pages if you don’t do so already!

Two new classes announced led by new instructor Denise Traynor:

• Saturdays, Yoga Level 1, 9-10 am, Studio A
• Wednesdays, Slow Flow Yoga, 6-7 pm, Studio B

Personal Training – learn about personal training led by fitness specialists at PMRC!

Not sure about a membership? Why not try out a class before you commit! Non-members can attend any fitness class by paying $15 or $19 for each class – the cost just depends on your residency (City of Annapolis vs. Non-City Resident.) Membership questions or concerns can be addressed to the PMRC Front Desk at rpfrontdesk@annapolis.gov.

Rock Wall hours for February – Saturdays and Sundays, 10 am to 6 pm; Instructor Shane Fleming

Ballocity™ and Kidz Zone – Please go to the Ballocity™ indoor playspace page and the Kidz Zone babysitting page for specific days and hours that the areas are open each week.

PLEASE NOTE:  Ballocity™ is closed indefinitely due to mechanical error with the air compressor. We will share when repairs have been made and it has reopened for use. Thank you for your patience and understanding!

Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) hosting GED and ABS classes at PMRC for FREE!

• Improve your English Skills! Classes for adults started this last week! These classes are for students who are just beginning to study English. Classes address listening, speaking, reading and writing skills. Students develop English language skills for everyday life and work. Classes are Mondays & Wednesdays, 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. These classes are offered at no cost to all eligible students. Contact esloffice@aacc.edu or call AACC at 410-777-2901 to get started.
• Earn your Maryland High School diploma by taking a class to prepare for the GED test! This free class is for students 18 or older who do not have a high school diploma and need to prepare for the GED® exam. The class includes all four subjects required to pass the GED® test:  math, science, social studies and reasoning through language arts. Classes are Mondays & Wednesdays, 6 to 8:30 p.m. Interested individuals must attend an orientation prior to registering for this class. Schedule your orientation by calling 410-777-1823 or send an e-mail to gedprogram@aacc.edu. Registrants must complete the AACC's High School Diploma Programs In-Person Assessment. We encourage you visit High School Diploma Programs to learn more about this AACC initiative.

Stanton is open Monday through Friday from 8 am to 8 pm and Saturday and Sunday from 8 am to 6 pm. (However, there may be pre-scheduled events held during afterhours in which the facility is open.)

Turn Up Dance Fitness is now at Stanton Center! Evolve Unapologetically, Live Loudly. Dance Ruthlessly...

This new fitness class is now offered at the Stanton Center! Led by energetic Mackenzie Byrd, this workout is more of a dance party! The choreography is broken down into "Work Shake Flex Slay". Check out the program's website to learn about the fun that has been growing across the country recently. The class is held Mondays and Wednesdays from 10 to 11 am. This class is FREE, so an even better reason to check it out! Contact Paulette Carroll at pcarroll@annapolis.gov.

DAFINA “Young Ladies Destined for Greatness” Age 11-15 (girls)

DAFINA is Swahili for valuable or precious. DAFINA enriches young ladies holistically by focusing on their mind, body and spirit. This program helps young women realize their potential by teaching them decision making skills, health education, relationship building, study skills, test taking skills, personal appearance, and etiquette. The importance of education and various other topics that pertain to their development and overall well-being is also covered. DAFINA participants experience workshops, enrichment activities and field trips. Tuesdays, 5-6:30 pm

Friday Night Out Age 5-17

Fun, friends, field trips – these are Friday nights that the kids look forward to! A Friday Night Out trip may be educational, amusement, athletics/sports, cultural and/or social. This program exposes children to various experiences that they may otherwise not experience. Positive social skills, such as interpersonal and communication skills, are emphasized. Permission slips required; some extra fees apply. Program is led by Lassie Belt and Paulette Carroll. Fridays, 6-8 pm

Girl Scouts of Central Maryland Grades K-5

The Girl Scouts of Central Maryland want every interested girl to participate in and benefit from Girl Scouts – activities designed to empower girls! Girls who are similar in age meet at the Stanton Community Center to work on badges, plan activities, develop community service projects and have fun with each other. Enroll your future leader now! For more information, contact Paulette Carroll at pcarroll@annapolis.gov. Wednesdays, 5:30-6:30 pm

Teen Development Skills – woodworking, cooking and art! Age 13-15

Program is held Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6 to 8 pm. For more information, contact Paulette Carroll at pcarroll@annapolis.gov.

• Woodworking The woodworking “shop” class introduces teens to the art of woodcraft! Students learn about the safe use of hand tools and woodworking machinery. Participants expand their knowledge and experience by educational lessons, learning woodworking vocabulary and creating various types of projects.
• Art Painting, drawing, crafting and more! Use your imagination to create unique artwork among friends.
• Cooking Learn how to plan and prepare small, healthy meals. Plus, how to bake sweet treats such as cookies and cupcakes!

Youth Open Gym

This drop-in program gives elementary and middle school students the opportunity to play recreational basketball, tabletop games and enjoy arts and crafts. Mon-Thu, 5-6:30 pm

Adult Open Gym

This drop-in program provides adults and high school students an opportunity to play recreational basketball in their leisure time. Attendees must sign in. Mon-Thu, 6:30-8 pm and Sat/Sun, 1-5 pm

Computer Lab

City residents can access free of charge. Volunteers are needed in the computer lab. If you are interested, please email Chris Beck at cmbeck@annapolis.gov. 

Rentals

Residents and non-profit organizations interested in renting space at SCC should apply 2 weeks before the event date. For details, contact Leanna Braun at lmbraun@annapolis.gov. Please review the rental policies. 

Service Providers located at Stanton:

• Adult Basic Skills Class (GED prep) Call 410.777.1823. Offered by Anne Arundel Community College. Held Saturdays 9 am - 1pm. Please call for an assessment. For more information, visit www.aacc.edu or go to https://www.facebook.com/aaccabs.
• Anne Arundel Workforce Development Corporation Call 410.349.5013. AAWDC is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit corporation that provides innovative, high quality workforce development services to Anne Arundel County businesses and citizens.
• Counseling Services Call 410.626.1800. Individual, group and family counseling daily from 10 am to 6 pm. After 6 pm, by appointment only. Provides services for crisis intervention, tutoring, substance abuse and mental health assessment for youth and adults. Offered through a partnership of Arundel Lodge and the Community Action Agency.
• We Care and Friends Call 410.263.2874. Offering services for homeless and others who need additional assistance, help children who are at risk, and those who have a substance abuse problem. Monday - Friday, 10 am - 2 pm.

GreenScape 2023! Join us for a City of Annapolis and community investment of beautification, clean-up and planting in public spaces! Spring GreenScape is set for Saturday April 22, 2023. ORDER FORMS are now available!

The second organizational meeting will be held at the “Pip” Moyer Recreation Center in Meeting Room 1 on Wednesday, March 8 at 6 pm. The order forms are due on 3/8/23 or can be turned in at the meeting that night. For more information, please email Marisa Wittlinger at mdwittlinger@annapolis.gov.

Next Safe Our Trees Volunteer event announced – March 19, 2023 10 a.m. – noon

Join the Save Our Trees initiative to remove ivy! Bring a friend! English ivy is killing trees and threatening the very life in forests. Gather to remove ivy and help save beautiful Truxtun Park! Bring gloves, loppers, hand saws, water and bug spray. Please wear long pants and long-sleeved shirts. No experience necessary – we will teach onsite!

Meet in the swimming pool parking lot located at 251 Pumphouse Road, Annapolis, MD 21403.

Sign up at www.signupgenius.com/go/60B0949AEA629A4F58-save7

Questions? Email saveourtreestogether@gmail.com or go to www.saveourtreestogether.org.

National Park Trust app – for iPhones and Androids!

Have you ever wondered where all of the Memorial Trees and Benches are located in the City of Annapolis? This interactive map shows the designated locations!

Parks, Trails & Playgrounds magazine – this is an eFlipbook online and print copies are available at PMRC and at local Annapolis libraries. If you are interested in having print copies at your business, please email ddstrotman@annapolis.gov.

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.

What is the Art in Public Places Commission (AiPPC)?

The AiPPC consists of nine City of Annapolis residents, one from each ward and one appointed at large, that serve for three years (one term.) Members are appointed by Mayor and confirmed by Aldermen (City Council.)

The Director of Recreation and Parks, or his/her designee, is an ex officio, nonvoting member of the commission. The Mayor may designate additional City officials or individuals to participate in an ex officio, nonvoting capacity.

AiPPC adopts guidelines and procedures which identify suitable art objects for city property, and facilitate the preservation of art objects and artifacts that may be displayed in public places. The group prescribes a method for the competitive selection, acquisition and display of art, and for the presentation of performing arts, in public places. They establish other matters appropriate to the administration of the placement of art or the promotion of the performing arts in public places.

Some programs that AiPPC oversees for the City of Annapolis:

• Art Catalogue
• Poet Laureate
• Poetry and Literature
• Murals in Annapolis
• Story Maps
• Summer Concerts

Stay up-to-date with upcoming AiPPC events and initiatives by going to the AiPPC Facebook page. Learn more about AiPPC!