Legion (Cannon) Park Playground Improvement Project!

Brought to you by the local

M.O.P.S. (mothers of pre-schoolers) group in cooperation with the Decatur Parks Department.

To learn more about this project or for information on contributing and donating to this project click on the

MOPS Legion Park Playground Improvement Project Link on the right. You can also become a fan of "The Place to Play" on Facebook!

All fees are subject to change!

Adams County Parks & Recreation offers many fun and exciting activities for your kids!

Christmas Break Specials - 2009

Monday - Dec. 21 -

- Frosty Outdoor Fun

Place: at Hanna Nuttman Park from

Time: 10 - Noon

Fee: None

Activity: Sledding and snowman building in the park; hot chocolate in the Boy Scout Cabin; bring your own sled.

IF THERE IS NO SNOW - NO ACTIVITY

Children 5 and under must be supervised. Call Riverside Center 724-2520 or listen to WZBD for information.

Restrooms will not be available, dress warm.

Also Open Swim

Place: Bellmont High School Pool

Time: 3:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Fee: $1.00 per person

Children 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water. Children not potty trained must wear a swim diaper.

Swimmers may be limited due to pool capacity.

Tuesday - Dec. 22 -

- Rudolph's Rendevous

Place: Adams County Service Complex

TIme:10 - Noon

Fee: $1.00 per person

Activity: The Christmas Game - Crafts - Rock Climbing Wall - Story Time

Children 5 and under must be supervised.

Monday - Dec. 28

- Frosty Outdoor Fun

Place: Hanna Nuttman Park

Time:1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Fee: None

Activity: Sledding and snowman building in the park;hot chocolate in the Boy Scout cabin; bring your own sled.

IF THERE IS NO SNOW - NO ACTIVITY

Children 5 and under must be supervised. Call Riverside Center 724-2520 or listen to WZBD for information.

Restrooms will not be available, dress warm.

 

Also Open Swim

Place: Adams Central Pool

Time:6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Fee: $1.00 per person

Children 5 and under must be accompanied by an adult in the water. Children not potty trained must wear a swim diaper.

Swimmers may be limited due to pool capacity.

Tuesday - Dec. 29 -

- Jingle Bell Rock Climbing, and Gym Activities

Place: Adams County Service Complex

Time: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.

Fee: $1.00 per person

Activity: Rock Climbing wall will be open along with supervised activities in the gym and gymnastics area.

 
 

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The Mother Goose Playtime Child Care is available during the morning Monday, Wednesday, and Friday aerobics classes. You can enjoy a good workout while your child enjoys playing with other children, story time, and more!

Hours of Operation
8:15 am - 9:15 am : Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Fee
$1.00 per child


What to Bring
Please bring all necessities that your child will need such as diapers, baby wipes, sipper cups, etc. Please mark all items with your child's name.

Spring Break Specials 2010

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Decatur-Adams County

Family Friendly Spring Break Activities

Brought to you by 2010 Partnerships with:

Adams Public Library

Boys & Girls Club of Adams County,

Bridge Community Church

Decatur-Adams County Parks & Recreation

Substance Abuse Awareness Council,

St. Marks United Methodist Church

St. Mary's Catholic Church.

Stop by the Riverside Center to pick up a brochure with more details of all of the activities listed below.

Lots of Activities all Week Long.

Monday - March 22

7 a.m. - Kalahari Water Park (Grades 6 - 12) Fee: $59.00

(cost includes transportation on a Charter Bus, water park entrance and lunch) Extra food is not included.

Meet at Bridge Church - Decatur parking lot.

Pre-registration is required by March 15th and by calling 728-4070. A $25.00 deposit is also required at time of registration.

1 p.m. - River Greenway Trail Walk (all ages) No Fee

(must walk or use strollers/wagons) In case of inclement weather, the walk will be cancelled. Meet at Riverside Center

Decatur

1-4 p.m. - Game Time (all ages) No Fee

Play Wii gaming system, cards and puzzles at the Adams Public Library - Geneva - Snacks will be provided

                            

2-3 p.m. Computer Scavenger Hunt (Grades 1 - 6) No Fee

Adams Public Library - Decatur

3:30-4:30 p.m. - Craft Time (Grades K - 3)

Make a variety of unique crafts at the Adams Public Library -

Decatur

5-8 P.M. - Rock Climbing, Open Gym, Tumbling, Line Dancing and Science Projects (All Ages) Fee: $1.00 - Adams County Service Complex - Decatur

Tuesday - March 23

1-4 p.m. - Game Day (All Ages)

Play Wii gaming system, cards and puzzles at the Adams Public Library - Decatur

1-4 p.m. Movie Time (All Ages) No Fee

Enjoy the movies that will be shown at the Adams Public Library - Geneva - Snacks will be provided    

2 p.m. - Limberlost Cabin Tour (All Ages) No Fee

Take a tour of the Limberlost Historical Site

Donations will be accepted. Geneva

2-3 p.m. -   Computer Scavenger Hunt (Grades 1 - 6) No Fee

Adams Public Library - Decatur

2-4 p.m. - Smoke-free Bowling (All Ages)

The Haworth Lanes in Berne will be offering open lanes for bowling. Fee: $1.00 shoe rental and $3.00 per game.

4 p.m. - Dinner at Buffalo Wild Wings & Movie in Ft. Wayne

(Grades 6 - 12) Leave from Bridge Church parking lot at 4 and return approximately 10 p.m. Pre-registration is required

by March 15th and by calling 728-4070. Fee: $7.00 (cost includes transportation and movie) Dinner is not included in fee. Decatur

               

5:30 p.m. - Art Project (Grades 1 - 8)

Create and assemble a unique 3D art project with paper, wood, clay etc. at Riverside Center in Decatur the class will last 1 and 1/2 hours. Fee: $7.00

Wednesday - March 24

10 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. - Crazy Dodgeball (Grades K - 5)

Elementary aged students will play at St. Joseph Cahtolic School's new gym - Decatur No Fee

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. - Free Lunch (All Ages)

Crab and enjoy a free sack lunch at St. Joseph Catholic School's new gym - Decatur

12:30-2:00 p.m. - Crazy Dodgeball (Grades 6 - 8) No Fee

Students will play at St. Joseph Catholic Schools new gym - Decatur

1:30 - 3 p.m. - Crazy Dodgeball (Grades 9-12) No Fee

Students will play at St. Joseph Catholic Schools new gym - Decatur

1-4 p.m. - Wii Challenge (All Ages) No Fee

Play Wii gaming system, cards and puzzles at the Adams Public Library - Geneva - Snacks will be provided.

2-3 p.m. -   Computer Scavenger Hunt (Grades 1 - 6) No Fee

Adams Public Library - Decatur

5-7 p.m. - Open Swim (All Ages) Fee:$1.00

Open Swim at Bellmont High School. Children 5 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult in the water.

Children not potty trained must wear a swim diaper. Swimmers may be limited due to pool capacity. Enter school through door S1. Decatur

                               

Thursday - March 25

10a.m-Noon - Wii Bowling Tournament (Grades 2 - 6) No Fee

Test your bowling skills as you challenge your friends at the Adams Public Library - Decatur

1-4 p.m. - Game Time (All Ages) No Fee

Play Wii gaming system, cards and puzzles at the Adams Public Library - Decatur

1-4 - Beach Time (All Ages) No Fee

Enjoy the movies that will be shown at the Adams Public Library - Geneva - Snacks will be provided  Bring a beach towel.

2 p.m. - Limberlost Cabin Tour (All Ages) No Fee

Take a tour of the Limberlost Historical Site

Donations will be accepted. Geneva

2-3 p.m. -   Computer Scavenger Hunt (Grades 1 - 6) No Fee

Adams Public Library - Decatur

2-4 p.m. - Smoke-free Bowling (All Ages)

The Haworth Lanes in Berne will be offering open lanes for bowling. Fee: $1.00 shoe rental and $3.00 per game.

6-8 p.m. - Open Swim (All Ages) Fee:$1.00

Open Swim at Adams Central High School. Children 5 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult in the water.

Children not potty trained must wear a swim diaper. Swimmers may be limited due to pool capacity. Enter school through door E6 - Monroe

Friday - March 26

1 p.m. - Rock Climbing at Climb Time in Indy (Grades 6- 12)

Leave from Bridge Church parking lot. Pre-registration is required by March 15 and by calling 728-4070. Fee: $22.00 (cost includes transportation and Climb Time entrance) Food is not included in fee. Decatur

1-4 p.m. - Picnic at the Beach (All Ages) No Fee

Various games will be played and movies that will be shown at the Adams Public Library - Geneva - Snacks will be provided  Bring a beach towel.

2-8 p.m. - Smoke-free Bowling (All Ages)

The Haworth Lanes in Berne will be offering open lanes for bowling. Fee: $1.00 shoe rental and $3.00 per game.

8:30 - 11:30 p.m. - Euchre Tournament (Grades 9 - 12)

No Fee - Play the greatest card game in the Midwest at St. Mary's Youth House in Decatur. Pre-registering your 2 person team is recommended, but not required. Walk-ins welcome. Register by March 23rd by calling 724-2534.

Parent/Student teams are encouraged. Snacks will be provided. Decatur

Prizes will be awarded.

For more information please call 724-2520.

Riverside Center 231 E. Monroe St.

 

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Boys and Girls of All Ages

Touch, climb on, see up close many of the tractors on display at Riverside Center.

Date: June 5, 2010

Time: 8:30- 10:30 a.m.

Free Coffee, Juice and Donuts

 

Daddy Daughter Dance 2010

at Riverside Center

(Dad's and Daughter's Only)

Ages 5 to 13

Date: Feb. 20th

Time: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

Registration Begins: Jan. 19, 2010 at Riverside Center

Deadline to Register: Feb. 12, 2010

Fee:$14.00 per couple ($5.00 for each additional daugther

Dad's bring your daughter(s) for a night of Dancing, Refreshments and a Photo of you and your daughter(s).

A Night to Remember!

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Iron Kid Triathlon 2010

Swimming, Running and Biking

6 age categories

5 - 6 yr olds

7 - 8 yr olds

9 - 10 yr olds

11 - 12 yr olds

13 - 14 yr olds

15 - 16 yr olds

Date: Saturday, July 24

Time: 9:00 a.m.

Place: Adams Central Community Schools

Fee: $12.00 thru pending (includes a T-Shirt)

Deadline to register is July 9 (No registrations will be accepted after the deadline)

Helmets are required for the bike ride!

Rain Out Date: Sunday, July 25th @ 1:00 p.m.

 

 

 

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Your child will be instructed in fundamental and recreational Gymnastics.  The equipment used will include:  mats, uneven bars, balance beam, and the vault.  Basic gymnastic safety will also be taught.

Class Fees
Coed Classes: 30 min. classes
$23.00
Tumblin Tots : Age 3
Beginners : Ages 4 - 5


Girls Classes: 45 min. classes
$27.00
Girls Beginners
Girls Advanced Beginners 1
Girls Advanced Beginners 2
Girls Intermediate

 

Session Dates
Winter Session - Jan. 11 - Feb. 26, 2010

Registration begins Dec. 15, 2009

Monday
5:00 pm - Beginners (Ages 4 & 5)
5:30 pm - Adv. Beg. 2 and Intermediate (girls)
6:15 pm - Tumblin Tots
6:45 pm - Beginners (girls)

Tuesday

5:00 pm - Adv. Beg. 1 & 2 (girls)
5:45 pm - Beginners (girls)
6:30 pm - Beginners (ages 4 - 5)
7:00 pm - Tumblin Tots


Wednesday

2:00 pm - Beginners (Ages 4 & 5
5:00 pm - Tumblin Tots
5:30 pm - Beginners (Ages 4-5)
6:00 pm - Adv. Beg. 1 (girls)
6:45 pm - Beginners (girls) (Ages 6 and up)

 

Thursday

5:00 p.m. - Beginners (girls)

5:45 p.m. - Tumblin Tots

6:15 p.m. - Beginners (ages 4 & 5)

6:45 p.m. - Adv. Beg. 1 & 2 (girls)

 

Early Fall Session - August 30 - Oct. 15, 2010

No class on Labor Day - Last class will be on Mon. Oct. 18
Registration begins August 17

Monday
5:00 pm - Beginners (Ages 4-5)
5:30 pm - Adv. Beg. 2 and Intermediate (girls)
6:15 pm - Tumblin Tots
6:45 pm - Beginners (girls)

Tuesday

5:00 pm - Adv. Beg. 1 & 2 (girls)
5:45 pm - Beginners (girls)
6:30 pm - Beginners (ages 4 - 5)
7:00 pm - Tumblin Tots

Wednesday

2:00 pm - Beginners (Ages 4 & 5)
5:00 pm - Tumblin Tots
5:30 pm - Beginners (Ages 4-5)
6:00 pm - Adv. Beg. 1 (girls)
6:45 pm - Beginners (girls)

Thursday

5:00 p.m. - Beginners (girls)

5:45 p.m. - Tumblin Tots

6:15 p.m. - Beginners (ages 4 & 5)

6:45 p.m. - Adv. Beg. 1 & 2 (girls)

No class on Labor Day - Last class will be on Oct. 18

Late Fall Session Dates - Oct. 25 - Dec. 10, 2010

No class on Mon. Oct. 25 - last class will be on Dec. 13

Registratin begins October 12

Monday
5:00 pm - Beginners (Ages 4-5)
5:30 pm - Adv. Beg. 2 and Intermediate (girls)
6:15 pm - Tumblin Tots
6:45 pm - Beginners (girls)

Tuesday

5:00 pm - Adv. Beg. 1 & 2 (girls)
5:45 pm - Beginners (girls)
6:30 pm - Beginners (ages 4 - 5)
7:00 pm - Tumblin Tots

Wednesday

2:oo pm - Beginners (Ages 4 & 5)
5:00 pm - Tumblin Tots
5:30 pm - Beginners (Ages 4-5)
6:00 pm - Adv. Beg. 1 (girls)
6:45 pm - Beginners (girls)

Thursday

5:00 p.m. - Beginners (girls)

5:45 p.m. - Tumblin Tots

6:15 p.m. - Beginners (ages 4 & 5)

6:45 p.m. - Adv. Beg. 1 & 2 (girls)