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SPRING 2022Come Fly a KiteSaturday, May 711:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.Chapin Park2400 E MacArthur RdFREE All AgesEnjoy kite flying instructionand professional flyingdemonstrations courtesyof Wings of the Wind Kites &Toys. Kites will be available for 5 and up, or bring your own!Info: wichita.gov/parkandrecSteampunk WeekendMay 21-22Old Cowtown Museum1865 W Museum BlvdCostumes, contests andconviviality abound in thisannual favorite.Info: oldcowtown.orgNight in Old DelanoFirday, May 137:00 p.m.-12:00 a.m.Old Cowtown Museum1865 W Museum BlvdAdults only evening eventexploring the seamier side ofthe Old West.Info: oldcowtown.orgSHiNE Dance FitnessSaturday, May 1410:00-10:45 a.m.Naftzger Park601 E DouglasFREE Ages 8 SHiNE provides the perfectbalance of cardio and toningwhile dancing to jazz, balletand hip-hop. Those under 18must be accompanied by anadult.Info: naftzgerpark.comWater Lantern FestivalSaturday, May 146:00-10:00 p.m.O.J. Watson Park3022 S McLean Blvd 26-56 All AgesEnjoy tasty food trucks, funmusic and floating lanterns onWatson Park’s lake.Info: waterlanternfestival.comJUNEBlackbear BosinSocial DanceSaturday, June 41:00-8:00 p.m.Mid-AmericaAll-Indian Museum650 N SenecaFREE All AgesCelebrate the 101stanniversary of BlackbearBosin’s birth.Info: theindiancenter.orgPlaying Across the ParksMay 211:00-4:00 p.m.Various ParksFREE All AgesVenture to one of the sixfeatured parks to hear talentedmusicians from the WichitaSymphony Orchestra. This trulyunique experience is one youdon’t want to miss!Info: wichita.gov/parkandrecWichita Public PoolSeason OpensMonday, May 301:00 p.m.FREE All AgesCool off this summer at oneor all six of Wichita’s newlyrenovated public pools!Info: wichita.gov/aquaticsFirst FridayFriday, June 35:00-8:00 p.m.CityArts334 N MeadFREE All AgesICT Classic PickleballTournamentJune 3-5Riverside Tennis Center551 N Nims 45 Ages 17 Don’t miss RiversideTennis Center’s annual ICTClassic! Register atpickleballtournaments.comRiverfest VolleyballTournamentJune 11-12O.J. Watson Park3022 S McLean Blvd 120-180 per teamGrab a team and sign up forthe Riverfest Tournament!Guaranteed four games.Info: watsonpark.wichita.govSHiNE Dance FitnessSaturday, June 1110:00-10:45 a.m.Naftzger Park601 E DouglasFREE Ages 8 Dash & Drink 5kSaturday, June 114:00-8:00 p.m.South Lakes Sports Complex5300 S Meridian Ave 40-50 All AgesCome Dash and then Drinkduring this 5k run/after party atSouth Lakes Sports Complex.5k race split into three divisions– Runners, Joggers, andWalkers/Drinkers. A DJ willbe on hand for the after partyalong with food trucks, yardgames, pick-up kickball, and ofcourse, drinks! Prizes awardedto top finishers. Early birdregistration available until April18. Registration closes May 23.Info: wichita.gov/parkandrecSunset SummerfestSaturday, June 256:00-10:00 p.m.McAdams Park3022 S McLean Blvd 26-56 All AgesEnjoy the sunset while listeningto live music and eating foodfrom local food trucks.Info: wichita.gov/parkandrecWichita SymphonyOrchestra atCarl G. BrewerCommunity CenterSaturday, June 252:00-3:00 p.m.Brewer Community Center1329 E 16th St NFREE All AgesEnjoy a performance from theWichita Symphony Orchestraat Brewer Community Center.Info: wichita.gov/parkandrec9

Be A Better You: Your guide to City of Wichita classes & activitiesTOTSLBooks & ReadingSTORYTIMEL Cuentos Bilingues/Preschool StorytimeAges 3-5. 30 min. Bring your own blanket and joinus outside on the North Patio for stories in Englishand Spanish. Current social distancing protocolsobserved. Outdoor storytimes are weatherdependent.LocationEvergreen LibLInstructor Classes Begins Day Time CostStaff44/6W 11:00a FreeFamily StorytimeAges 2-6. 30 min. Bring a blanket and join usoutside on the library lawn for storytimes. Outdoorstorytimes are weather dependent.LocationWestlinkRockwellInstructor Classes Begins Day Time CostStaff44/5Tu 10:30a FreeStaff44/5Tu 10:45a FreeForest Picnic StorytimeAges 2-6. 30 min. Bring your own lunch and picnicblanket and join us outside for storytimes. Currentsocial distancing protocols observed. Outdoorstorytimes are weather dependent.LocationAlfordLInstructor Classes Begins Day Time CostStaff44/4M 11:30a FreeThe Dust Bunnies Puppet ShowAges 3-8. 30 min. Author Jan Thomas’s “DustBunnies” face adventures while they try to rhymeall the time. Can they rhyme and stay sublime? Call(316) 337-9456 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events toregister. This outdoor event is weather dependent.LocationWestlinkInstructor Classes Begins Day Time CostStaff14/7Th 10:30a FreeFitness, Health& WellnessTOT AND YOUTH FITNESSPR Ninja Warrior FitnessAges 3-5. 45 min. Get your ninja on! Future NinjaStay up to date onLibrary programs:Follow them iors will be challenged as they compete in funfitness obstacle courses where they have to run,crawl, jump and climb their way up to the finishline. Build strength, endurance and agility withpull ups, balance beam, net climbing, rock climbingwall, mini-trampolines and more.LocationWoodardTime Cost1:50p 15PR Ninja Warrior Obstacle CourseAges 1-2. 30 min. Let the ninja journey begin!Kids love to run, jump and climb, so they willhave a blast participating in obstacle challengesthat include mini-trampolines, climbing nets,rock climbing wall, balance beams and a varietyof agility building skills. Parent participation isrequired.LocationWoodardCA CULTURAL ARTSInstructor Classes Begins DayStaff44/3SuInstructor Classes Begins DayStaff44/3SuPR PARK & RECREATIONLTime Cost2:40p 10WICHITA PUBLIC L IBRARY

SPRING 2022Now open! Come explore!Hobbies & LeisureCOOKINGPR Bunny BitesAges 4-7. 1 hr. Hop on over and create some tastytreats! Tots will have fun making festive Rice Krispytreats and Bunny Bait. Registration deadline is bynoon on 3/21.LocationEvergreen RecInstructor Classes Begins DayW. Ratliff13/26SaTime Cost9:15a 10SPECIALTYPR Fun Fridays: A Bug’s LifeAges 3-5. 1 hr 30 min. Let’s get buggy! Kids willlove this creepy-crawly day as they create bugheadbands, make an edible ant hill, investigatean insect sensory bin and play Squish the Beetle.Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior toclass.LocationBostonInstructor Classes Begins Day Time CostJ. Sidwell13/25F10:00a 12PR Fun Fridays: Mini ChefsAges 3-5. 1 hr 30 min. It’s M’m! M’m! Good! Kids willneed their appetite as they test their cooking skillsby making walking tacos, mini pizzas and homemade ice cream. Then, take a cooking break to playa food relay game. Registration deadline is theWednesday prior to class.LocationBostonInstructor Classes Begins Day Time CostJ. Sidwell14/15F10:00a 12PR Fun Fridays: Paw PatrolAges 3-5. 1 hr 30 min. All paws on deck! The missionof the day is to participate in Zuma’s water rescue,play fun games like Skye’s Loop N’ Hoop and chowdown on a dog paw cupcake that you decorateyourself. Registration deadline is the Wednesdayprior to class.LocationBostonInstructor Classes Begins Day Time CostJ. Sidwell14/8F10:00a 12EvergreenCommunity Centerand Library2601 N. Arkansas(316) 303-8181TOTS11

SUMMEROF DISCOVERYBe A Better You: Your guide to City of Wichita classes &Registeractivities for SOD between March 1-14to be entered in a drawing for a FREEweek of camp!May 31-July 29 7am-6pmDiscover how much fun summer can be withthis action-packed summer camp programfor ages 6-12! Our KDHE licensed campsinclude weekly field trips and swimming,along with a variety of sports, games,contests, crafts and onsite presenters.Sign up for one week or sign up for them all!Fee is 115 per week per child and includesfield trips and the 20 weekly deposit. DCFassistance is accepted. Multi-child discountsare available!For more information, contact theRecreation Center you plan to attend: Edgemoor (316) 688-9392 Linwood (316) 337-9191 Orchard (316) 337-9244wichita.gov/SODeips arhsralSchoble!a va i l aSUMMERACTIVITY CAMPMay 31-July 29 10am-5pm*Don’t need a full day of camp? Check out thisKDHE licensed, half-day camp that is in sessionMonday-Friday for kids ages 6-12.*Lynette Woodard camp runs June 6-July 29 12-5pmFor more information, contact theRecreation Center you plan to attend: Colvin(316) 268-4661 Evergreen(316) 303-8036 Lynette Woodard (316) 303-8015 Brewer(316) 337-922212TOTSCA CULTURAL ARTSPR PARK & RECREATIONLwichita.gov/SACWICHITA PUBLIC L IBRARY

SPRING 2022SportsPR Kickboxing for TotsAges 3-5. 30 min. This is just for kicks! Kids will learnBASEBALLPR Little SluggersAges 1-2. 30 min. Batter up! Tots will use alightweight ball to practice hitting, catching,throwing and running bases. No gloves are needed.Class is held outdoors.LocationInstructor Classes Begins DayFairmount ParkStaff44/9SaTime Cost1:00p 10to be strong and confident while engaging in fun,no-contact kickboxing moves that help improvebalance and coordination. Some punching skills willbe taught.LocationAtwaterInstructor Classes Begins DayN. Bumphus53/28MTime Cost5:30p 12CHEER AND GYMNASTICSPR CheerleadingPR T-Ball ClinicAges 3-5. 45 min. Rah-Rah-Rah! Show team spiritDevelop throwing, catching and base runningskills along with hitting off a tee. A Softy T-Ballis used. Also enjoy game play to help reinforcefundamentals. Bring your own glove. Class is heldoutdoors.LocationLinwood RecEvergreen RecEvergreen RecAges 3-5. 45 min. Hey batter, batter - swing!LocationInstructor Classes Begins DayFairmount ParkStaff54/9SaOrchard ParkJ. Peck54/18MTime Cost1:45p 186:00p 18BASKETBALLPR Basketball Clinicwhile learning jumps and cheers. This class is ablast for tiny cheerleaders!Instructor Classes Begins DayT. Adams83/23WJ. Anima83/30WJ. Anima84/2SaTime Cost6:25p 276:00p 279:00a 27PR GymnasticsAges 3-5. 45 min. Get ready to roll! Tumbling floormoves include various rolls, head stands, handstands, pikes, tucks and back bends. Apparatuswork such as balance beam, parallel bars and vaultare also incorporated.pass and shoot through fun drills and activities.LocationOrchardBostonEvergreen RecEvergreen RecPR Wee HoopsAges 3-5. 45 min. Roll out the good times! PracticeAges 3-5. 45 min. Nothing but net! Learn to dribble,LocationWoodardWoodardInstructor Classes Begins Day Time CostStaff53/29Tu5:45p 18Staff54/2Sa 10:00a 18Ages 1-2. 30 min. Take it to the net! Learn to dribble,pass and shoot using smaller basketballs and lowergoals. Parent participation is required.LocationWoodardWoodardInstructor Classes Begins DayStaff43/28MStaff44/2SaTime Cost5:30p 109:30a 10Instructor Classes Begins Day TimeJ. Anima83/24Th6:00pD. Sidwell93/26Sa9:00aJ. Anima83/28M6:00pJ. Anima84/2Sa 11:00aCost 28 32 28 28PR Tiny Tumblerstumbling moves such as rolls, back bends and headstands. Improve balancing techniques with funactivities and a balance beam.LocationLinwood RecInstructor Classes Begins DayS. Vaughn83/23WBOXINGFOOTBALLPR Boxing for TotsPR Football ClinicTime Cost5:30p 26Ages 3-5. 30 min. Earn your golden gloves! ThisAges 3-5. 45 min. Touchdown! This Class teachesLocationAtwaterAtwaterLocationWoodardfun, no-contact class is designed for tots. Punchingbags, speed bags and punching mitts are used.Boxing gloves provided or bring your own.Instructor Classes Begins DayN. Bumphus53/29TuN. Bumphus54/1FTime Cost5:30p 125:45p 12the fundamentals of football including passing andreceiving techniques along with the rules of football.Class held outdoors.Instructor Classes Begins DayStaff44/5TuTime Cost6:00p 15TOTS13

Be A Better You: Your guide to City of Wichita classes & activitiesMARTIAL ARTSPR Wee WarriorsAges 3-5. 30 min. Kick it up a notch! Learn courtesyand respect through Tae Kwon Do traditionssuch as bowing, shaking hands and listening toinstructions. Improve strength, agility and selfconfidence through fun drills, punches, blocks andkicks.LocationLinwood RecOrchardInstructor Classes Begins DayT. Boyle63/21MG. Fergus63/23WTime Cost5:45p 145:45p 14SOCCERPR Soccer ClinicAges 3-5. 45 min. Go toe-to-toe! Tots will learnsoccer basics including offensive and defensivestrategies. Class is held outdoors.LocationWoodardInstructor Classes Begins DayStaff53/30WTime Cost6:15p 18PR Soccer TotsAges 1-2. 30 min. Go for the goal! Dribbling, passingand shooting at goals are practiced using a smallerfoam soccer ball. Learn teamwork and simple rulessuch as not using hands. Class is held outdoors.Parent participation is required.LocationWoodardInstructor Classes Begins DayStaff43/30WTime Cost5:45p 10SPORTS COMBOPR Kick-Start SportsAges 1-2. 30 min. Start strong! Learn about newsports such as basketball, soccer and kickball whileusing balls, scooters and other fun equipment.Parent participation is required.LocationWoodardInstructor Classes Begins DayStaff44/3SuVisual &Performing ArtsDANCEPR Ballet & TapAges 3-5. 45 min. Whirl and twirl and tap yourhappy feet! First time dancers will learn basic ballet/tap movements, rhythms and mini-combinations.LocationEdgemoorOrchardEvergreen RecInstructor Classes Begins DayP. McCall83/22TuP. McCall103/23WC. Thibault84/2SaTime Cost6:00p 276:15p 339:00a 27INSTRUMENTAL MUSICPR Mini Music MakersAges 1-3. 30 min. It’s music to your ears! Littleones will discover the joy of music using basicinstruments like rhythm sticks, along with simplemusic concepts such as fast, slow, high and low.Singing songs will also help introduce rhythms.Parent participation is required.LocationEvergreen RecEvergreen RecInstructor Classes Begins Day Time CostP. Jenkinson43/30W 10:00a 10P. Jenkinson44/27W 10:00a 10PR Music Makers 1Ages 3-5. 45 min. Help your toddler find his or herinner musician! They’ll have a great time exploringmusical instruments such as tambourines, drums,wood blocks and triangles. They’ll also learnabout tempo, rhythm and melody through singing,dancing and musical play.LocationAtwaterInstructor Classes Begins Day Time CostR. Ryker53/31Th 10:00a 20Time Cost3:15p 10PR Sports of All SortsAges 3-5. 45 min. Play ball! Build confidence andlearn teamwork while participating in a varietyof sports including soccer, T-ball and basketball.Games are non-competitive and fun!LocationWoodard14TOTSInstructor Classes Begins DayStaff44/3SuTime Cost1:00p 15CA CULTURAL ARTSPR PARK & RECREATIONLWICHITA PUBLIC L IBRARY

SPRING 2022YOUTHCamps & ChildcareART CAMPCA CityArts Spring Break Art CampAges 6-15. 7 hr. CityArts Art Camps are great forchildren 6-15 who enjoy art and want to explorenew mediums! Each day the students will workwith a variety of art methods like drawing, painting,sculpture, clay, photography, printmaking and more.Wear clothes that you wouldn’t mind getting messy,bring snacks, lunch, a reusable water bottle and beready to make new friends while learning about thearts. Camp runs from 9:00-4:00 with early drop-offbeginning at 8:00 a.m. and late-pick up until 5:30p.m.LocationCityArtsInstructor Classes Begins DayStaff53/14M-FTimeCost9:00a 175SPECIALTY CAMPSPR Animal PlanetAges 6-13. 9 hr. It’s a jungle in here! Animallovers will be in heaven with daily live animalpresentations, along with going creeking andbuilding a bird house. There will also be plentyof fun, silly animal related games/activities,plus campers will design an animal print t-shirt.Registration deadline is 6/28.LocationBostonInstructor Classes Begins DayJ. Sidwell37/6W-FTime Cost8:00a 90PR Camo CampAges 6-13. 9 hr. It’s time to report for duty! Eachrecruit will participate in archery, sling shot firingranges, boot camp obstacle courses, compete intug-of-war and other team building activities! Use acompass to guide teammates through a mine fieldand two way radios to help rescue the woundedsoldier, plus create your own camo shirt andmarshmallow shooter. Registration deadline is 6/8.LocationBostonInstructor Classes Begins DayJ. Sidwell56/13 M-FTime Cost8:00a 125CelebrateBirthdaysCreativelyYOUTH15

Be A Better You: Your guide to City of Wichita classes & activitiesPR Junior Chef Boot CampAges 6-13. 9 hr. Stir up some creativity! Buddingchefs will master kitchen fundamentals and feedtheir love of cooking by creating mini pizzas,quesadillas, pancakes, strudels and sliders, alongwith a treat to feed their sweet tooth. There’splenty of taste testing along the way! Registrationdeadline is 6/15.For more infoabout SpecialtyCamps at BostonRecreation Center,call (316) 688-9301.LocationBostonInstructor Classes Begins DayJ. Sidwell16/21TuTime Cost8:00a 30PR Lego ManiaAges 6-13. 9 hr. It’s building time and your kids arean important piece! Play games such as Sky HighTower Challenge and Bridge Master that allow kidsto create, build and compete using Lego Bricks.Registration deadline is 7/27.LocationBostonInstructor Classes Begins DayJ. Sidwell18/2TuTime Cost8:00a 30PR Medieval TimesPR Hogwart’s AcademyAges 6-13. 9 hr. Campers will take part in a numberof wizarding activities such as Potion Making,Defense Against the Dark Arts, Magical Creatures,Quidditch and plenty of games that will give themchances to earn points for their houses. Registrationdeadline is 7/13.LocationBostonInstructor Classes Begins DayJ. Sidwell57/18 M-FTime Cost8:00a 125PR Jedi TrainingAges 6-13. 9 hr. Come to a galaxy far away andearn your place on the Jedi Council. Experiencethe true training of a Jedi, learn to use the Force,develop light saber skills and make your very ownedible light saber! Come help restore the Jedi Order.Registration deadline is 7/6.LocationBostonInstructor Classes Begins DayJ. Sidwell57/11 M-FTime Cost8:00a 125Ages 6-13. 9 hr. Step back in time and have a royalblast! All knights shall prove their bravery througharchery, jousting and fun games like storming thecastle. Create your own armor and coat-of-arms,design a catapult, learn to juggle like a jester anddefend the castle against the dragons and blackwizards. R

62 FITNESS, HEALTH & WELLNESS Make sure to look for the latest edition of Cardio . Fresh Air Baby Camp 1221 W. 11th St. North 50 No (316) 337-9222 180/4 hrs; 45/add. hr Goldenrod 1340 S. Pattie 150 Yes (316) 688-9301 180/4 hrs; 45/add. hr