E-News for Wednesday, May 17, 2023

Announcements

The Summer 2023 Program Guide is online! Printed copies will be available by early next week. Registration is OPEN for ALL summer programming so check out what we have planned and sign up today!

*Rescheduled* Rummage Sale is now THIS Saturday, May 20 from 8 am to noon. You can still sign up to sell and plan to shop! Details below in the Recreation Programs & Events section.

May is a busy month as we prepare for the opening of the pool and finalize summer camp programming! With that, we recognize that May is National Water Safety Month. With more than 17 miles of shoreline in the City of Annapolis alone, it is crucial that residents and visitors alike know how to be safe in and around the water. We are excited to offer more than 40 opportunities for swim lessons this summer for children, teens and adults! Please learn more in the Aquatics section below.

An AIPPC artist reception announced for Saturday, June 24! Please refer to the event description at the end of this newsletter!

Recreation Programs & Events

The Summer 2023 Program Guide is online now for you to read electronically. Printed copies will be available by early next week. Registration is OPEN for ALL summer programming so check out what we have planned and sign up today!

*Rescheduled* Rummage Sale – now THIS Saturday, May 20, 8 am – noon

Go through your closets, basements and garages – your clutter may be someone else’s treasure! Make money at our community-wide Rummage Sale. One table and two chairs are provided for the table rate or bring your own table and chairs for a reduced rate. Held outdoors in the “Pip” Moyer Recreation Center parking lot. Preregistration required. Email LaKeisha Simmons at lmsimmons@annapolis.gov with questions.

$20 = table provided with two chairs, #2441

$15 = bring your own table & chairs, #2442

NEW Youth Rhythm & Hip Hop K-2^nd at Stanton

A popular class at PMRC now brought to the Stanton Center – jazz & hip-hop moves to keep kiddos on their toes! Students will learn to dance in a group setting and develop different combinations as well dance moves to develop individual personal style. This class is a great learning environment to acquire rhythm and beat. Rhythm & Hip Hop is geared for elementary school age students (kindergarten through second grade.) Instructor is Leandra Parkinson. For more information, please email pcarroll@annapolis.gov.

Wednesdays, 3-3:45 pm, Stanton Community Center.  

Tennis Instruction for all ages – Free program held on Saturdays & Sundays, for ages 5-17, parents & adults!

Learn to play tennis this spring! Come out for this FREE Drop-In Tennis program at the Truxtun Tennis Courts this Saturday and Sunday (May 20 and May 21) from 4 to 5:30 pm. Register on site. Racquet and balls are provided. Classes may be canceled due to inclement weather or wet courts. These free clinics are provided by the Tennis Alliance of Anne Arundel County in partnership with Annapolis Recreation and Parks. For more information, contact Louise Thomas at Lthomas@TennisAllianceAAC.org.

Child Care registration for the 2023-2024 school year continues! Go to the Forms page and refer to main registration form however you must complete all required forms and turn in in person at PMRC. Sign up soon as space is limited at some sites. Please Note that the following sites are FULL for PM Child Care:

• Germantown
• Hillsmere
• West Annapolis

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 (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.

CAMPS

Registration continues for all camps as space allows. Camps run between June 19 and August 25. All camps are listed on pages 8 and 9 of the Summer 2023 Program Guide.

Please go to the Camp Forms page to fill out what is applicable for the camps you would like to register for!

We have the following different types of camps:

• Summer Kick Off Basketball Camp  Age 6-12

The summer kick-off camp is designed to start off summer break right with exciting basketball clinics for campers! This camp offers a number of basketball drills and competitions led by ARPD staff, plus swimming at the pool! Held at PMRC and Dunn Municipal Pool.

R $140 / NR $170

Jun 19 - 23 9 am - 4 pm #2514

• Camp Annapolis  held June 26-August 18 for two-weeks sessions
  • Sprouts (age 4-6)
  • Explorers (age 7-9)
  • Pioneers (age 10-12)
• Community Enrichment  held June 26-August 18 for eight weeks
  • Mini (age 4-5
  • Cadet (age 6-8)
• Splash (age 7-14) held June 26-August 18 for one-week sessions
• Superhero Training Camp with JumpBunch  Age 4-6 (must be entering Kindergarten) 

Train to be your favorite superhero by learning strength, agility, balance and speed! This JumpBunch camp introduces participants to special training skills known in the world of superheroes, such as jumping over hot lava, dodging fireballs, light-saber training, scooter flying, ghostbuster tag and much more! Being a superhero means having compassion for society, a kind heart and a willingness to do good and help others - these qualities are discussed to encourage real life superhero actions. Superhero crafts are made each day. Please pack a snack and water bottle, apply sunscreen and have your child dressed in active wear clothing and shoes. Held at Collison Field. 

R $70 / NR $85 

Jul 31 - Aug 4, 9 am - 1 pm

#2599

• SPORTS Camp with JumpBunch  Age 4-6 (must be entering Kindergarten)

Does your child love recess? Then this is the camp for them! JumpBunch is a non-competitive camp for children that introduces a wide range of sports and games in a fun, positive manner. JumpBunch encourages healthy habits, improved coordination and confidence. Each day a different sports theme is presented that incorporates the sport and alongside craft activities. Camp themes may include football, soccer, baseball, basketball, tennis, volleyball, corn hole and/or obstacle courses. Your child will be exhausted and at pick-up each day! Participants should bring a snack and drink every day. Held at Collison Field. 

R $70 / NR $85 

Aug 7 – 11, 9 am - 1 pm

#2600

• End of Summer Basketball Camp Age 6-12

This end-of-summer camp is designed for campers to wind down and enjoy the last days of summer break! This camp offers a number of basketball drills and competitions led by ARPD staff, plus swimming at the pool. Held at PMRC and Dunn Municipal Pool.

R $140 / NR $170

Aug 21 - 25 9 am - 4 pm #2515

AQUATICS

Kenneth R. Dunn Municipal Pool at Truxtun Park, 251 Pump House Road, 410263-7928 (summer hours only) www.annapolis.gov/aquatics.

The pool season is May 27-Sep 4. Hours are 11 am-7 pm. Please note the 2020 holiday hours and closures:

• Mon May 29, closes at 5 pm for Memorial Day
• Sat Jun 24, open 12-7 pm, due to swim meet
• Tue Jul 4, closes at 5 pm for Independence Day
• Sat Jul 8, open 12-7 pm, due to swim meet

Entry Fees:

Swim Lessons – There are more than 40 swim lessons for children, teens and adults offered this summer! Please refer to pages 4 and 5 in the Summer 2023 Program Guide for the specific classes for registration.

Youth Swim Lessons All youth swim lessons are 30 minutes with no more than six children per class. Held for four weeks (8 classes). In case of inclement weather, with no guarantee, all efforts are put forth to make up canceled lessons. No refunds. R $48 / NR $60

• Beginner 1  Age 3-4

For children who need to learn basic water adjustment skills including full submersion, open eyes underwater, blowing bubbles, front and back float, jumping into and climbing out of the pool.

• Beginner 2  Age 4-12

For children who are comfortable in the water and underwater. Children progress with independent swimming skills including front and back float, change from vertical to horizontal position on front and back, front and black glide kicking, tread water for 30 seconds, underwater swimming, introduction to rotary swimming, front crawl and backstroke.

• Advanced Beginner  Age 6-12

For children who have successfully completed Beginner 2. This class builds on fundamental skills learned in Beginner 2. Some of the skills worked on are rhythmic breathing with front crawl, backstroke, breaststroke and diving.

Teen Swim Lessons  Age 13-17 All teen swim lessons are 30 minutes with no more than six teens per class. Held for eight weeks (once a week.) In case of inclement weather, with no guarantee, all efforts are put forth to make up canceled lessons. No refunds. R $ 48 / NR $60

• Beginner 1

Class taught in the recreation pool (4 feet).

• Beginner 2

Class taught in the lap pool (5 feet).

Adult Swim Lessons  Age 18+ Must be comfortable in 5 feet of water. Maximum six participants per class. Class meets once a week for 8 weeks. R $ 48 / NR $60

• Beginner 1

Participants learn how to go under water, float on their belly and their back.

• Beginner 2

Must be comfortable in 5 feet of water, going under water and floating on belly and back.

Water Aerobics All classes $5 per person.

Morning  Age 18+

This deep-water class is a great interval workout in the pool with high energy no impact workouts. Participants use dumb bells, noodles and Kiefer Konno Wonderboards in this class to travel around the deep end. This class incorporates upper and lower body muscles simultaneously. Participants must be comfortable in depth of water 5 to 10 feet. Held daily except for Saturdays.

Starts May 30 Mon/Wed/Fri/Sun 9:30 - 10:15 am Hector Barragan

Tue/Thu 10 - 10:45 am Ale Butler

Lunchtime  Age 16+

Water Aerobics is a 60-minute class focused on aerobic endurance and resistance training, along with exercising every major

muscle group while in the water. Participants should be comfortable in depths of 5 to 10 feet. Space is limited, first-come, first-serve with a maximum 14 participants. Instructor: Mackenzie Byrd.

Starts Jun 14 Mon/Wed 12 - 1 pm

Evening Age 18+

This deep-water class is a great interval workout in the pool with high energy and no impact. Participants use dumb bells, noodles and Kiefer Konno Wonderboards in this class to travel around the deep end. This class incorporates upper and

lower body muscles simultaneously. Participants must be comfortable in depth of water 5 to 10 feet. Space is limited, first-come, first-serve with a maximum 14 participants. Instructor: Hector Barragan.

Starts May 31 Mon/Wed/Fri 5:30 - 6:30 pm

Additional information about offerings at the Dunn Municipal Pool can be found online at www.annapolis.gov/aquatics.

"Pip" Moyer Recreation Center (PMRC)

Please refer to the calendar on the “Open Gym” PMRC Amenities page of our website! While we post upcoming court closures on social media and in the weekly e-news, we know that planning ahead is best for all so we want to have a place you can refer to for upcoming announcements. If you have any questions, please contact Andrew Patterson at ampatterson@annapolis.gov. This table can be found at https://www.annapolis.gov/468/Open-Gym.

Not sure about a membership? Try out a fitness class before you sign up!

Non-members can attend any fitness class by paying $15 or $19 for each class (cost depends on your residency, City of Annapolis vs. Non-City Resident.) With more than three dozen fitness classes offered weekly included as part of the membership, this is the best deal in town!

PMRC membership questions can be emailed to the PMRC Front Desk at rpfrontdesk@annapolis.gov. 

Fitness Classes – Please review the schedule for current offerings!

This schedule changes often in real time so please double check it before coming to PMRC. Last minute cancellations are posted on social media so please follow our pages if you don’t do so already:  PMRC Facebook, ARPD Facebook, ARPD Twitter, ARPD Instagram.

*NEW* Zumba® Toning class added to the schedule! This class is held on Tuesdays from 5 to 6 pm in Studio A and led by Linda Roberts.

Zumba® Toning enhances the sense of rhythm and coordination using weighted, maraca-like Zumba® Toning Sticks to build strength and tone all the proper target zones, including arms, core and lower body. This class is also held on Fridays same time and place.

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

Current Rock Wall hours:

• Tue/Wed/Thu - 4 to 7 pm
• Sat & Sun - 10 am to 4 pm

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.

Anne Arundel Community College (AACC) hosting GED® and Adult Basic Skills classes at PMRC for free!

Improve your English Skills! 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 Community Center (Stanton/SCC)

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 after hours in which the facility is open.

NEW Youth Rhythm & Hip Hop K-2^nd at Stanton

A popular class at PMRC now brought to the Stanton Center – jazz & hip-hop moves to keep kiddos on their toes! Students will learn to dance in a group setting and develop different combinations as well dance moves to develop individual personal style. This class is a great learning environment to acquire rhythm and beat. Rhythm & Hip Hop is geared for elementary school age students (kindergarten through second grade.) Instructor is Leandra Parkinson. For more information, please email pcarroll@annapolis.gov.

Wednesdays, 3-3:45 pm, Stanton Community Center. 

Friday Night Out  Age 6-15

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, 6-9 pm

Get Smart Club

This volunteer-based program is in partnership with St. Anne’s Episcopal Church of Annapolis. The Get Smart Club helps to strengthen the academic skills of elementary, middle and high school students. All students receive homework assistance and school project assistance. Low-performing students receive tutoring in math and reading and they also have access to 12 online computers. The program ends with a Get Smart Club Banquet to recognize students for their in-school honor roll and perfect attendance accomplishments and for their after school Homework Club accomplishments. Additionally, the Smart Board and the IXL mathematical interactive website are used to give students practice sessions in language arts and math.

Mondays-Thursday, 3-6 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  Age 13-15

• 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!

Wednesdays, 6-8 pm, for more information, contact Paulette Carroll at pcarroll@annapolis.gov.

Youth Open Gym/Rec Room 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. – this class is also offered at PMRC.
• 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.

Parks, Trails & Playgrounds

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!

Playgrounds – a specific page on our website includes all of our playgrounds! The playgrounds listed have Google Map links that take you to the specific locations in Annapolis. Additionally, try using the Playground Buddy app on your mobile device to see where playgrounds are located and the amenities of each one. Refer to the Playground Buddy Facebook page too.

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. Here is a list of Parks resources:

• Park Locator site – to find parks, trails and playgrounds in the City of Annapolis. There are more than 200 acres among 43 parks and trails waiting for your visit.
• Parks, Trails and Playgrounds complete listing within the City of Annapolis
• Map of Truxtun Park – refer to this helpful document to locate all the amenities in Truxtun Park.
• Parks, Trails & Playgrounds eFlipbook 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.
• Parks & Trails video that shares visually all the outdoor open spaces that the City of Annapolis has to offer.

National Park Trust app for iPhones and Androids.

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Art in Public Places Commission

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 the Mayor and confirmed by 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

Artist reception just announced! Shiles Studio presents Painting through the Ages at the "Pip" Moyer Recreation Center now through June 24!

Under the direction of Gay Shiles (owner and artist), Shiles Studios presents a collection of works by studio artists. Gay has more than 60 years of experience in the art world, including graduating with honors from the prestigious Wiesbaden Institute of Art.

Established in 1995, Shiles Studio focuses on the fundamentals and whimsy of creating unique works of various subjects in a multitude of media including oils, watercolors, watercolor batik and pastels. Many artists presenting have been associated with the studio for more than 20 years, while some are new artists presenting for the first time.

The studio will host an artist reception on Saturday, June 24 from 1 to 3 pm at the "Pip" Moyer Recreation Center. Local Annapolis artist Audrey Lee (Gallery 57 West, Annapolis Arts Alliance board member and former Shiles Studio artist) will provide an artist talk along with studio artists who will answer questions about their works of art.

Original artwork, as well as prints, are for sale. Additional prints and crafts will be available at the reception. Plus enjoy live music by local musician Steve McCoy and light refreshments. Contact:  Audrey Lee, 410-320-0131, audklee.com.

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

Recreation Advisory Board

What is the Recreation Advisory Board (RAB)?

The RAB acts in an advisory capacity to the Department and makes recommendations concerning the Department's budget, activities, programs, facilities and public relations.

The RAB consists 11 residents of the City who have a demonstrated interest in the activities and programs of the Department of Recreation and Parks. Members are appointed by the mayor and confirmed by a majority vote of the City Council for a term of three years. The Director of Recreation and Parks and the Director of Planning and Zoning serve as ex-officio, non-voting members of the RAB.

The RAB agendas and minutes are online for further information. Would you like to get involved? Please email boards@annapolis.gov to learn more!