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January – April 2015

Parks & Recreation Community Centers � Vancouver, Washington

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Join the Firstenburg Center,

Marshall Center or Vancouver Tennis Center anytime in January and get 1 month or a 1 hour personal training session free!Offer good for new members for ongoing passes only (qualifications: no membership in past six months). Does not include 3 month or 20-visit passes.

FIRSTENBURG COMMUNITY CENTER700 NE 136th Ave.360-487-7001

VANCOUVER TENNIS CENTER18th & Stapleton Road360-487-8123

MARSHALL COMMUNITY CENTER1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd.360-487-7100

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1 MONTH FREE or1 hour of personal training

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Marshall/Luepke Center1009 E McLoughlin Blvd

360.487.7100

Firstenburg Center700 NE 136th Ave

360.487.7001

Vancouver Tennis CenterE. 18th & Stapleton Rd.

360.487.8123

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Catalog design by Normandeau Associates, Inc. Cover photo by Andrew Jeffers.

Special Events ......................................................................3Firstenburg Community Center .............................................4Marshall Community Center .................................................4Vancouver Tennis Center ......................................................5Water Resources Education Center .......................................5Volunteer and Get Involved ..................................................6Parks and Trails .....................................................................7Pools and Swim Lessons .......................................................8

Fitness Programs ..................................................................9Youth Sports ......................................................................10Youth & Teen Activities .......................................................11Adult Sports .......................................................................12Adult and 50 & Better Activities ..........................................13Access to Recreation and Inclusion .....................................14Climbing Wall ....................................................................14Parties and Rental Info........................................................15

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Digital catalog – quick access to information and increased sustainability. This is Vancouver Parks & Recreation’s first digital-only catalog. You can click on links and buttons in this document to access more information or directly register for an activity. We would love your feedback on this approach! Let us know if you experience problems or have suggestions at parksrec@cityofvancouver.us

Step out with your Sweetheart at the Father-Daughter Valentine’s Dance! Fathers and Grandfathers, don’t miss this opportunity to make your favorite girl feel like a princess! This popular event includes music, snacks and crafts. All ages are welcome.

Limited space is available, so sign up early. Tickets must be purchased by February 3rd.

Fri., Feb. 6 and Sat. Feb. 7 at Luepke Center (6:00 – 8:30 pm)

Fri., Feb. 6 at Firstenburg Community Center (6:30 – 8:30 pm)

Winter/Spring PreschoolFebruary 2nd through June 4thThe downtown Vancouver Co-op Preschool (in partnership with the Marshall Community Center) offers a theme-based educational program that promotes learning and friendship through play, nature activities, arts and crafts, baking and more! We offer daily academic activities such as handwriting, scissor use, gluing, coloring, circle time discussions, songs, books, etc. The co-op requires parent involvement once per month. This can be negotiated. Call for more information: 360-773-0940.Ages 3.5-5 yearsMonday/Wednesday 9 AM to Noon at MCCCost $125 per month (6 month commitment)Visit our website or email us for more information: cooppreschool.weebly.comvancouvercoopschool@gmail.com

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HoursMonday through Thursday: 5:30am-9pm

Friday: 5:30am-8pm

Saturday: 8am-7pm

Sunday: Noon-6pm

•50+ fitness exercise classes

•Over 25 aqua exercise classes, public swims and family swims

•Over 30 fitness classes designed especially for people over 65

•Use of our fitness center and indoor track

•Organized open gym times, including: basketball, volleyball and pickleball

•Climbing Wall open climbsUpcoming Holiday SchedulesMartin Luther King Day – Monday, January 19Open 10am-7pm

President’s Day – Monday, February 16Open 10am-7pm

Firstenburg Community Center | 700 N.E. 136th Avenue | 487-7001 | cityofvancouver.us/fcc

Fees

Fees Schedule

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•50+ group exercise classes offered each week

•30+ water exercise classes offered each week

•Diverse selection of classes for ALL abilities

•Unlimited access to fitness center, lap swims, public and family swims and open gym times

Marshall Community Center | 1009 E. McLoughlin487-7100 | cityofvancouver.us/mcc

HoursMonday through Thursday: 5:30am-9pm

Friday: 5:30am-8pm

Saturday: 7am-7pm

Sunday: Closed*

*Marshall Passholders may use the Firstenburg Fitness Center and Pool on Sundays.

Upcoming Holiday SchedulesMartin Luther King Day – Monday, January 19Open 10am-7pm

President’s Day – Monday, February 16Open 10am-7pm

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Vancouver Tennis Center | Corner of E. 18th & Stapleton Rd.| 487-8123 | vancouvertenniscenter.com

Fees Calendars

Walk for WaterSunday, March 22 — 1-3pmClick for details

Critter CountSaturday, April 11 — 9 am - 1 pmClick for details

Second Saturdays at the Water Resources Education CenterDiscover! Explore! Learn! Each second Saturday of the month, from 1 to 3 pm, kids and their families are invited to explore a variety of topics through hands-on activities, games and stories. Click for details

Admission is FREE!Children must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.

HoursMonday through Friday: 9am-5pmSaturday: Noon-5pmSunday: Closed

Upcoming Holiday SchedulesMartin Luther King Day – Monday, January 19Open Noon-5pm

President’s Day – Monday, February 16Open Noon-5pm

4600 SE Columbia Way | 360-487-7111 www.cityofvancouver.us/watercenter

Upcoming Events

•9 Indoor/4 Outdoor Tennis Courts

•Weight Room & Cardio Equipment

•Professional Tennis Instruction

•Locker Rooms/Showers

•USTA Mens/Womens/Senior/Mixed Leagues

•Club Activities, Social Events & Tournaments

•Ball Machine Rentals

•Pro Shop Services, including stringing/gripping

•Demo Equipment

HoursMonday through Friday: 6:45am-9:45pmSaturday through Sunday: 8am-8:30pm

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& Get Involved! Parks & TrailsThis winter discover what’s in your own backyard.

VolunteerEnhance your health, meet new friends, develop your resume, and change the lives of fellow community members by volunteering with the Vancouver Parks and Recreation Department. Volunteer for a few hours in a park, at a special event or extend the fun and volunteer for a long term experience in a volunteer supported enrichment and recreation program. To learn more about the wide variety of volunteer opportunities with the Vancouver Parks and Recreation Department visit our Volunteer webpage.

Make sure to join community volunteers on January 17 & 19 for the Martin Luther King Jr. weekend of service.

Visit our calendar of volunteer events to learn more.

Explore. Enhance. Engage.ExploreThe Parks Foundation is an independent non-profit organization dedicated to raising the quality of life by securing funds through memberships, partnerships, and grants to ensure the parks, trails, and recreation programs of Clark County are thriving.

Engage•Follow us on Facebook and Twitter.

•Mark your calendar and join in these community events.• St Paddy’s for Parks (21 yrs & over)

Friday, March 13 / Shorty’s Garden & Home

• St Paddy’s for Kids Saturday, March 14 / Shorty’s Garden & Home

• Parks Foundation Annual Luncheon Thursday, April 30 / Hilton Vancouver

• Par for Parks, Golf Tournament Monday, August 17 / Camas Meadows Golf Course

Enhance •Become a member

•Sponsor an event or a Community Grant

Parksfoundation.us – Facebook.com/clarkcountyparksfoundation – Twitter.com/parksofclark – 360-487-83706

Guides can be picked up at the following locations

City Hall415 W. 6th St.

Marshall Community Center1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd.

Firstenburg Community Center700 NE 136th Ave.

Vancouver Tennis CenterE. 18th & Stapleton Rd.

& Get Involved! Parks & TrailsThis winter discover what’s in your own backyard.

VolunteerWHAT COULD BE BETTER than exploring parks, trails and community centers and discovering a hidden gem close to home? Grab our NEW publications:

• Guide to Parks, Trails & Community Centers• Trails of Vancouver & Clark County

This is our way of encouraging you to get outdoors and discover everything Vancouver and Clark County have to offer!

“In every walk with nature one receives far more than he seeks”

- John Muir

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Marshall Pool Schedule

Firstenburg Pool Schedule

AquaticsSwim Fit…Swim Fun…Swim Safe!Swim lessonsWe offer swim lessons for all ages, starting at 6 months to adults! We offer both weekday and weekend classes at both Firstenburg and Marshall. In each class we teach water safety skills, so everyone can learn how to be safe on, in and around the water.

Water Exercise ClassesSplash into Fitness! Exercise before work to feel refreshed and energized for the rest of your day. We offer classes starting at 6am at both Marshall and Firstenburg Pools. A variety of classes for every taste including deep water (at Marshall), Aqua Power to Gentle Moves and Aqua Yoga…there is class for every fitness level. To unwind from your day, come enjoy a fun energetic Aqua Zumba class or take all the stress off your body in a Deep water class.

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Firstenburg Community Center Pool700 NE 136th Ave. – 487-7009

Marshall Community Center Pool1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd. – 487-7070

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Fitness Services•Personal Training Sessions

•30 minute Personal Training Sessions

•Group Training Personal Training

•Junior Orientation Sessions and Classes

•Body Composition Assessments

•Fitness Assessments

Adult FitnessWhether you want to lift weights, work out on cardiovascular machines, take a group exercise class, walk laps around the indoor track at Firstenburg, meet with a Personal Trainer or Massage Therapist, the Firstenburg and Marshall Fitness Centers feature something for everyone.

Fitness for KidsDid you know that only one in three children are physically active every day? Did you know that kids ages 10+ can have access to the fitness centers at Marshall and Firstenburg? Kids under 10 can take a Zumba® class or enjoy the track with a parent.

Child WatchLet us watch your kids while you enjoy our facility. Child Watch is available for ages 3 months to 10 years at the Firstenburg and Marshall Centers. New Client Personal Training Special

Only $60! (a $93 value!)

This session includes a 30-minute fitness assessment and a one-hour personal training session.

•Get started with professional guidance from a Certified Personal Trainer.

•Receive a fitness assessment and custom-designed program orientation.

•Get a workout plan that meets your fitness goals.

Marshall Fitness Center

Firstenburg Fitness Center

Fitness

Call for more information or to schedule an appointment today! Marshall Fitness Center 487-7090Firstenburg Fitness Center 487-7017

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Youth SportsReady, Set, Play! Get your child in the field and on the court with our affordable and fun youth sports leagues and classes! Soccer, Basketball, Baseball, Volleyball, Tennis and Flag Football. We have it all!

Sponsors WelcomedIf your company is interested in sponsoring a youth league team or a league, contact:Stacey.allington@cityofvancouver.us(487-7029) for east-side leagues orbret.kertz@cityofvancouver.us (487-7083) for west-side leagues to receive information and a sponsorship form.

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Spring Break CampsKeep your kids active during spring break with Vancouver Parks and Recreation. Camps for kids ages 6-15 are available at the Firstenburg and Marshall Community Centers.

Youth BalletDid you know that Ballet promotes physical strength, agility and can boost concentration and self-esteem in children? The Marshall Center offers of variety of youth Ballet classes for ages 5 and up.

Youth PotteryYouth and Parent/Child Pottery Classes are offered at Marshall Community Center. Learn hand building and glazing techniques and adults learn wheel throwing. All work will be fired by the instructor.

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Youth & TeenActivities

FREE Teen ActivitiesThe Teen Centers at Marshall and Firstenburg are free, safe, supervised, drug-free places for middle and high school aged youth.

Marshall CenterTeen SPOT: Monday-Friday – 2:30-5pm Teen Open Gym Time: Monday-Friday – 2:30-5pmTeen Late Night: Every Friday – 8-11pm

Firstenburg CenterTeen Open Gym Time: Monday-Wednesday-Friday – 2:30-5pmTeen Fitness (ages 13-18): Monday-Friday – 2:30-4:30pm Teen Late Night: Every Friday – 8-11pm

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Join the FUN - It’s not just for kids!

Basketball information487-7025

Kickball, Softball and Volleyball information

487-7081

Tennis information487-8123

Basketball Leagues and Drop-in Play Men’s – Women’s

•Leagues played at Firstenburg and Drop-in played at Marshall and Firstenburg

•Winter League Registration Deadline is January 20, games begin the week of January 25.

•Drop-in play schedules

Kickball Summer League Coed

•Games played at Bagley and David Douglas Parks

•Summer League Registration Deadline is May 22, games begin the week of June 4

Slowpitch Softball Leagues Men’s – Women’s – Coed

•Played at David Douglas and Bagley Parks

•Spring/Summer League Registration from January 15 – April 3, league begins the week of April 13.

Volleyball Leagues and Drop-in Play Coed – Women’s

•Leagues played at Marshall and Drop-in played at Mar-shall and Firstenburg

•Spring League Registration from March 14- April 1, league begins the week of April 1.

•Drop-in play schedules

Tennis Leagues and Drop-in Play Men’s – Women’s – Coed

•Leagues and Drop-in played at the Vancouver Tennis Center

•League information and registration dates

•Drop-in play schedules

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Adult Sports

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Join the FUN - It’s not just for kids!

Luepke Senior Center1009 E. McLoughlin Blvd. — 487-7055

Firstenburg Community CenterTrapedero II Lounge

700 NE 136th Ave. — 487-7015

AdultActivities

50+ Forever Young Hikers50+ Hikers - Join us on Tuesdays for our year-round adventures through the great Northwest; from the Columbia River Gorge to the beaches of the Pacific Ocean. A great way to stay active, meet new people and have fun!

50+ Travel Program50+ Travelers - Meet new friends and travel to new places. Join us for affordable day trips exploring attractions, festivals, events and culture in the Pacific Northwest.

Adult DanceDance into the New Year with one of the Firstenburg or Marshall Center’s adult dance classes. We offer Swing, Country Line, Ballet, Tap, Belly and Scottish Country Dance classes.

PotteryAdult Pottery Classes are offered at Marshall Community Center. Learn hand building and glazing techniques and adults learn wheel throwing. All work will be fired by the instructor.

50+ Programs & ClubsCome join us at the Luepke Center or Firstenburg Center for a wide variety of clubs and activities! We have dancing with live music, bingo, card clubs, book clubs, just about any club you can think of. If there is something you are interested in let us know, we are always looking for ways to stay new and fresh and at the same time meet the needs of the greatest generation! Boomers…let us know what you like and come join in the fun!

Follow these links for more information:

Firstenburg Center

Luepke Center

Senior Messenger

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Firstenburg Community Center | 487-7029

Climbing Wall

everyday life and be YOUR best at Firstenburg Community Center’s climbing wall! At Sadri’s Summit you can:

• Take a class

• Do a Friends and Family Climb

• Attend Open Climbs

• Have a Birthday Party

• Rent the wall

• Learn to Belay and Boulder

Access to Recreation Programs for Individuals with DisabilitiesAccess to Recreation classes are for individuals with cognitive, motor and developmental disabilities. Class choices include arts and crafts, cooking, fitness, water fitness, bowling, social fun times (Monday Fun Nights) and day trips. We also have monthly dances that are very popular! Come join us for a fun experience and to meet new friends!

Inclusion – Providing access to all abilities!Inclusion means people of all ages and all abilities are able to participate in any of the activities offered in our Activity guide. Reasonable accommodations, such as sign language interpreters, one on one mentors, etc. are available by contacting our Inclusion office and requesting the accommodation that you need. Whether it’s dance lessons, tennis lessons, or an art class we can help you be successful and learn at your pace! Come check us out and see how we can help you to recreate and meet new friends.

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Birthday PartiesLet us host your next Birthday Party at the Firstenburg or Marshall Center.Choose between:

•Swim Party

•Climbing Party

•Videogamer Party

•DJ Dance Party

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Marshall PartiesFirstenburg Parties

When it comes to choosing a great location for your upcoming special event, Vancouver Parks & Recreation has got you covered! Whether it’s an anniversary party, family reunion, wedding, Quinceanera, birthday or team celebration, you can choose the perfect setting at one of our beautiful parks, or among the diverse indoor spaces at Firstenburg or Marshall/Luepke Center.

Community ParksParks provide the perfect backdrop for a family reunion, wedding or special celebration.Affordable, rentable park spaces are available at Esther Short, LeRoy Haagen, Marshall, Fisher Basin and Marine parks. Contact: (360) 487-8337, parksrec@cityofvancouver.us or go to www.cityofvancouver.us/picnicshelters

Community Roomsrentals@cityofvancouver.usFirstenburg Center’s community room seats 210 people at round tables, or 280 theater-style. It includes a catering kitchen, audio/visual equipment, pull-down projection screens and an outdoor terrace. For more information call (360) 487-7005, or go to www.cityofvancouver.us/fccrentalsMarshall Center’s Oak and Elm rooms feature a kitchen and can accommodate up to100 people. The adjoining Luepke Center has a community room with a stage and catering kitchen. It can seat up to 270 people banquet-style or 300 theater-style.For more information call (360) 487-7077, or go to www.cityofvancouver.us/mccrentals

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