| Traffic will be restricted during Heritage Park Duathlon & Triathlon on May 13 |
| 05/02/2012 |
| Traffic will be restricted at Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road in Olathe, during the Heritage Park Duathlon and Triathlon on Sunday, May 13. |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center to close for summer preparations |
| 05/02/2012 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will close to the public for portions of three weeks as annual preparations are made for the facility's summer season. |
| KC WildLands sets May 12 Workday at Ernie Miller Park and Ogg Road Prairie |
| 05/02/2012 |
| Prairie remnants at Ernie Miller Park and at the Ogg Road Prairie at Shawnee Mission Park are among sites for community restoration work which will take place during a Kansas City WildLands workday from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 12. |
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New Mill Creek Activity Center now open in Shawnee
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| 05/01/2012 |
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JCPRD’s newest recreation facility is now open and focused on health and wellness opportunities for ages preschool to 50 plus. The Summer camp spaces still available, but don't delay |
| 05/01/2012 |
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While many of our summer youth camps have already filled, we still have a number of camps offering a wide assortment of summer fun, friendship, and growth opportunities to choose from. With s... |
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Enchanted Forest will capture imaginations on May 5
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| 05/01/2012 |
| Come celebrate the arrival of spring with the wonders of the forest - both real and make believe – during this very special event at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. This year’s Enchanted Forest will b... |
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JCPRD marinas and beaches will be opening in May
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| 05/01/2012 |
| The Shawnee Mission Park Marina will operate on weekends beginning May 5 as a prelude to the May 26 start of not only its regular season, but that of the Shawnee Mission Park Beach and the Kill Creek ... |
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Golf courses launch new website at jcprdgolf.com
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| 05/01/2012 |
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A recently-launched website makes it easier for area golfers to get information about and keep up with happenings at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District’s two golf courses. “Our new w... |
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Volunteers needed for KC WildLands’ Ecological Restoration Workday on May 12
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| 05/01/2012 |
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Volunteers needed for KC WildLands’ Ecological Restoration Workday on May 12 If you're looking for a chance to help with hands-on restoration and conservation work on part of the metro area's e... |
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Antioch Park to host Summertime Arts & Craft Show and Turkey Creek Festival
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| 05/01/2012 |
| JCPRD’s Summertime Arts and Craft Show is one highlight of a fun-filled day which annually attracts people from all over the Kansas City metropolitan area to Antioch Park in mid-May. The event will ta... |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center to close for summer preparations |
| 05/01/2012 |
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The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will close to the public for portions of three weeks as annual preparations are made for the facility's summer season. The RPAC, which is located at 4843 Rosewoo... |
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JCPRD brings home multiple state honors and awards
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| 05/01/2012 |
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During the Kansas Recreation and Park Association’s 2012 annual meeting, conducted earlier this year in Topeka, the Johnson County Park & Recreation District picked up several awards and honors. |
| Traffic will be restricted during Heritage Park Duathlon & Triathlon on May 13 |
| 04/27/2012 |
| Traffic will be restricted at Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road in Olathe, during the Heritage Park Duathlon and Triathlon on Sunday, May 13. |
| 50 Plus plans new Walk & Shop event in Lawrence on May 12 |
| 04/25/2012 |
| Combining two great things about summer, nice weather and the abundance of goodies at the local farmer's market, is the aim of a new walking program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Free fitness classes and tours offered at Mill Creek Activity Center April 23-28 |
| 04/19/2012 |
| Area residents are invited to attend free class samplings and tour Johnson County Park & Recreation District’s newest facility, the Mill Creek Activity Center, which opened in March at 6518 Vista Drive, Shawnee. |
| Breakfast & Bargain Bonanza is April 28 at RPCC |
| 04/04/2012 |
| A huge community garage sale is being planned for April 28 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Geocache a Pirate's Treasure on April 20 at Antioch Park |
| 03/29/2012 |
| Ahoy, Mates! Join the fun of a treasure hunt during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in late April. |
| Trucks and Big Rigs for Kids event returns to The Theatre in the Park on April 21 |
| 03/29/2012 |
| A popular special event which lets kids get an up-close look at big rigs, tractors, and all types of equipment will be returning to the Theatre in the Park in Shawnee Mission Park on April 21. |
| Public invited to TimberRidge Adventure Center Open House on April 21 |
| 03/29/2012 |
| The public can come see and experience the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's TimberRidge Adventure Center during an Open House scheduled for April 21. Also on the same day, a related Open House for the center's 40-foot-tall Hawk's Nest Climbing Tower will give interested parties 12 and older who register in advance a free opportunity to experience the tower's two climbing walls. |
| Sailing I class offered for adults beginning April 24 |
| 03/29/2012 |
| Learn the basic skills of sailing through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
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50 Plus plans first of three Zoo and Barbecue Adventure Walks on April 23
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| 03/29/2012 |
| A walking program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District combines zoos and barbecue for delicious and interesting adventures. |
| New Silver Reading Club for 50 Plus begins April 19 at New Century Fieldhouse |
| 03/21/2012 |
| Take a look at some classic books as well as some new ones during a new book club being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Rain Barrel Workshop for adults offered on April 14 and 18 |
| 03/21/2012 |
| April showers bring May flowers! Save water and money by learning to harvest rainwater from your rooftop during a workshop being offered at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center on two different days in mid-April. |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and older to be presented on April 13 in Shawnee by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation |
| 03/21/2012 |
| A self-defense program meant to help women and girls fight the kind of violence which killed a 19-year-old Leawood resident during the summer of 2002 is being offered in mid-April at the newly opened Mill Creek Activity Center in Shawnee. |
| Be a Good Bunny program for ages 4 & 5 kicks off Spring Time Series at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 03/21/2012 |
| Young children can hop like a rabbit and play the hiding game during the first in a series of three programs for young children being offered during April and May at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Spring Spaghetti Dinner is April 12 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 03/21/2012 |
| Something good is cooking at the Roeland Park Community Center and the community is invited to come participate in a special meal being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| KC Water Polo Team for ages 15 and older begins April 5 |
| 03/16/2012 |
| A Water Polo Team for ages 15 and older is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning April 5. |
| Meet the Clydesdales with April 24 50 Plus day trip |
| 03/07/2012 |
| Learn about what goes into the care and breeding of Budweiser's Clydesdales during a late April day trip being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Exploring Creativity program for adults offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 03/07/2012 |
| Come tap into your creativity and find new ways to develop and nurture your own creative spirit through a new program being offered at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center. |
| 50 Plus plans Chess Tournament at Matt Ross Community Center on March 27 |
| 03/07/2012 |
| You don't have to be Bobby Fisher to compete against other chess lovers during a Chess Tournament being planned by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department. |
| March 31 event at Ernie Miller Nature Center celebrates Girl Scout founder |
| 03/07/2012 |
| Through an interpretive presentation, come meet a woman who loved adventure and nature and believed the radical notion that girls should go camping. A special event planned at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Saturday, March 31, will celebrate the life of Juliette Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts. |
| March 3 is deadline for 23rd annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball Tournament |
| 02/24/2012 |
| March 3 is the deadline for teams wishing to register for the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 22nd Annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball Tournament, which will take place on March 17 at the Roeland Park Sports Dome, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Spring Break Volleyball camp for grades 3-8 begins March 12 |
| 02/22/2012 |
| Providing boys and girls in grades three through eight with basic skills in the game of volleyball is the goal of a Spring Break Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Spring Break Lifeguard Training for ages 15 and older offered beginning March 12 |
| 02/22/2012 |
| Lifeguard Training classes are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District during spring break week in mid-March. |
| New All About Art Spring Break Camp for ages 8-11 begins March 12 |
| 02/22/2012 |
| Young artists can experience a week's worth of wonder as they push their creativity to the limit during a new spring break arts camp being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Spring Break Outdoor Adventures Camp offered March 12-16 |
| 02/22/2012 |
| Some spaces are still available for a Spring Break Outdoor Adventures Camp for ages 11 to 13 being offered at Ernie Miller Park, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. This camp will take place Monday through Friday, March 12 through 16. A second nature-related spring break camp, Spring Break Discovery Camp, has already filled. |
| April through August issue of JCPRD Activities catalog available after Feb. 27 |
| 02/22/2012 |
| The next issue of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Activities catalog will be available after Feb. 27. |
| Spring Fling Fun offers nature-related activities during spring break, March 12-16 |
| 02/22/2012 |
| Bored during Spring Break Week? Bring your family and friends to the annual Spring Fling Fun event at the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, where a fun and educational program will be presented twice each day. |
| Biddy Basketball Clinic & Advanced Clinic both begin March 3 |
| 02/15/2012 |
| Two Biddy Basketball programs for girls and boys ages five to nine are being offered in early March by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Senior Follies to present free fun-filled afternoon of entertainment for all at JCCC on March 11 |
| 02/15/2012 |
| Now in its sixth year, the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Senior Follies provides the perfect stage to showcase the outstanding senior talent residing in Johnson County. This year's event will take place from 2 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, March 11 at the Polsky Theater at the Carlson Center at Johnson County Community College, 12345 College Blvd. |
| Spring Break Trout Stocking set for March 9 |
| 02/15/2012 |
| An additional 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be released into two Johnson County Park & Recreation District lakes during a supplemental stocking in early March. |
| Spring Break Splash Bash for all ages planned on March 9 at RPAC |
| 02/15/2012 |
| A Spring Break Splash Bash for all ages is being planned for March 9 at the covered Roeland Park Aquatics Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park, by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Strollers for Strollers program offered for ages 0-5 with a parent beginning March 5 & 6 |
| 02/08/2012 |
| Parents of young children can take out their new training buddies and get moving through a new intergenerational fitness program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Gaming and Griddles program for 50 Plus is March 2 at New Century Fieldhouse |
| 02/08/2012 |
| Enjoy pancakes, sausage, juice, and coffee during a new program being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Two new Stretch & Tone classes offered for 50 Plus starting March 1 |
| 02/08/2012 |
| Whether you want to get your exercise in first thing in the morning or later in the day, two new classes being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District have you covered. |
| JCPRD's 2012 summer camp information now available, registrations begin Feb. 6 |
| 02/06/2012 |
| Information about the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 2012 summer camp programs is now available and registrations for camps will begin on Monday, Feb. 6. |
| Be a part of annual national bird count at Free Great Backyard Bird Count event on Feb. 18 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 01/25/2012 |
| Love to watch birds? Stop by for 15 minutes or sit a spell during a free public birding event which will take place at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Saturday, Feb. 18. This will be the fifth time the local nature center is participating in the nationwide birding event, which is now in its 15th year. |
| Chocolates and Coffee 50 Plus day trip set for Feb. 21 |
| 01/25/2012 |
| Some of the sweetest places in Kansas City are destinations for a late-February day trip being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Separate taco- and coffee-themed Bingo programs for 50 Plus offered on Feb. 21 and 22 |
| 01/25/2012 |
| Two different food and beverage-themed afternoon bingo programs are being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in late February. |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stockings set for Feb. 22 |
| 01/25/2012 |
| The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late February. |
| KC Wildlands Sets Feb. 25 Workday at Kill Creek Park and other metro park sites |
| 01/25/2012 |
| Interested parties are invited to assist with land stewardship during this winter workday in the form of treating and removal of invasive and exotic woody plants that threaten a natural prairie remnan... |
| New Valentine's Day Dance for 50 Plus is Feb. 14 at Matt Ross Community Center |
| 01/18/2012 |
| Grab your sweetheart or special friend and spend the evening dancing the night away during a new Valentine's Day Dance being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Kids Night In, Parents Night Out event is Feb. 10 at RPCC |
| 01/18/2012 |
| Parents are invited to take the night off and leave the babysitting to the Johnson County Park & Recreation District during a new special event set for Feb. 10. |
| Celebrate Laura Ingalls Wilder's birthday with Laura's Legacy |
| 01/18/2012 |
| Celebrating the birthday of Laura Ingalls Wilder, early Kansas Pioneer and author of the beloved |
| Kauffman Center and The Star are destinations for Feb. 13 50 Plus day trip |
| 01/18/2012 |
| Two fabulous downtown Kansas City facilities are the destination for a mid-February day trip being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Sensory Fun program offered for ages 1-2 beginning Feb. 7 |
| 01/12/2012 |
| Young children can use their senses to explore their way through various stations of fun during a new intergenerational program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Brain Dance program for ages 1-2 begins Feb. 8 |
| 01/12/2012 |
| Children ages one and two can have fun interacting with other children during a new creative movement class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Boys Athletic Dance class offered for ages 5-8 beginning in early February |
| 01/12/2012 |
| Boys ages five through eight can have fun in an energy-filled environment during a dance class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Kansas Day Celebration is Jan. 29 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 01/09/2012 |
| Come celebrate all things Kansas during a statehood day celebration being planned at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in late January. |
| Jazz up your winter with music-themed 50 Plus day trip on Jan. 31 |
| 01/09/2012 |
| Come along on a musical excursion being planned as a late January day trip by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| What's Old is New Again art classes offered for youth and adults |
| 01/09/2012 |
| What's Old is New Again is the name of separate classes which will show youth and adults how to create art from recycled objects being offered beginning in late January and early February by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Learn about 2012 destinations when JCPRD presents a 50 Plus Travel Show on Feb. 2 |
| 01/09/2012 |
| Learn about domestic and international destinations for 2012 trips being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District during a Travel Show in early February. |
| New Preschool Playdate program begins Jan. 24 at RPCC |
| 12/28/2011 |
| Bring your preschooler in for time to learn, make friends, and play during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| State birthday is theme for new 50 Plus Bingo program at RPCC on Jan. 26 |
| 12/28/2011 |
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| Nature Center offers animal programs for groups |
| 12/28/2011 |
| Four nature programs featuring live animals are being offered this winter for groups by the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe. The programs are called Wildlife Who's Who, Snakes Alive, Wildlife Webs, and Birds of Prey and are presented by Johnson County Park & Recreation District outdoor education staff members. |
| JCPRD Board seeks input on name for Shawnee recreational facility |
| 12/22/2011 |
| In November, the Johnson County Park & Recreation District acquired the former Shawnee Fitness Center at 6518 Vista Drive. |
| Three home school arts-related classes offered in mid-January |
| 12/22/2011 |
| Pottery, wheel throwing, and paper mache are the subjects of three home school arts-related classes for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early January. |
| Mosaic Art class offered for adults beginning Jan. 12 |
| 12/22/2011 |
| Come create whimsical pieces of art during a mosaic class for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Improv Comedy Club class offered for youth beginning Jan. 12 at New Century |
| 12/22/2011 |
| Youth can learn basic theater skills as well as the fun but difficult art of improvisational comedy during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Intro to Acting class offered for youth ages 8-11 |
| 12/22/2011 |
| Want to take your school acting opportunities to a new level? A new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| Winter Wonderland program for ages 4 & 5 kicks off Winter Fun series at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 12/14/2011 |
| Winter wonderland is the theme of the first in a series of three programs for young children being offered during January and February at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center’s Sunday Family Series begins Jan. 8 |
| 12/14/2011 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in January for Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs for educational and entertaining programs. The programs begin at 2 p.m., last about 45 minutes, and are designed for all ages. A charge of $2.75 per person, payable at the site, helps cover the cost of the programs; children under two are free. Perform a catalog search for the keywords |
| Free new Coffee with the Birds program offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 12/14/2011 |
| Come enjoy winter birdwatching from the comfort of an indoor wildlife viewing room during a new informal program being offered at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center. |
| New Sports Officiating Clinic for Adults begins Jan. 11 at Okun Fieldhouse |
| 12/14/2011 |
| Learn the basics of sports officiating during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Frank Sinatra Bingo for 50 Plus in Jan. 11 at Matt Ross Community Center |
| 12/14/2011 |
| Start spreading the neeews! Ol' Blue Eyes is the theme for an afternoon of bingo being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early January. |
| Next Indoor Walking Club for 50 Plus begins Jan. 3 at two locations |
| 12/07/2011 |
| There's no need to worry about the weather for those taking part in a Indoor Walking Club being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District during January at two locations. |
| New season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions begins Jan. 4 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 12/07/2011 |
| A new season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any or all of the six sessions scheduled between Jan. 4 and March 28. |
| Two new triathlon training programs offered beginning in early January |
| 12/07/2011 |
| Summer and triathlons may seem a long ways off, but now is the time to start training and two new programs being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. The programs, which are both for adults 16 and older, are: Bricktense Triathlon Training, and Triathlon Training. Both will involve structured workouts meant to improve form, speed, and endurance. |
| Lifeguard Training offered for ages 15 and older starting Dec. 27 |
| 11/30/2011 |
| An American red Cross lifeguard certification class is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning Dec. 27 |
| Billy Thomas Winter Break Basketball Camp is Dec. 27-30 at Okun Fieldhouse |
| 11/30/2011 |
| A four-day basketball camp led by a former NBA basketball player is being offered over winter break by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Winter Break Volleyball camp offered for grades 3-8 |
| 11/30/2011 |
| Providing boys and girls in grades three through eight with basic skills in the game of volleyball is the goal of a Winter Break Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| An Elves' Day Off pool party for all ages planned on Dec. 21 at RPAC |
| 11/30/2011 |
| A Elves' Day Off Pool Party for all ages is being planned for Dec. 21 at the dome-covered Roeland Park Aquatics Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park, by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center offers special open swim times for holiday break |
| 11/30/2011 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will offer expanded open swim hours during the holiday break this year. |
| Dec. 3 Native Christmas Tree event planned at Cedar Niles property, Olathe |
| 11/28/2011 |
| A future Johnson County Park and Recreation District park site west of Olathe will serve as the metro area's only 2011 site for Kansas City WildLands' annual Red Cedar Christmas Tree Day. |
| Letters From Santa offered through Dec. 16 by Overland Park 50 Plus program |
| 11/23/2011 |
| Personalized letters from Santa are available through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District’s 50 Plus Department. |
| Winter Solstice Celebration is Dec. 17 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/23/2011 |
| Take a break from the busy holiday festivities and preparations to celebrate an ancient rite at a special event for all ages called the Winter Solstice Celebration planned for Dec. 17 at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center. |
| 50 Plus day trip to Olde Fashioned Holiday matinee at Mildale Farm is Dec. 7 |
| 11/17/2011 |
| Ring in the holidays with an early December day trip to a festive matinee performance of Johnson County's newest and most unique holiday experience. This day trip to the Dec. 7 performance of An Olde Fashioned Holiday at Mildale Farm is being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Breakfast With Santa for ages 3-5 offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center on Dec. 10 |
| 11/17/2011 |
| Children three to five can bring a parent and enjoy a morning meal followed by a visit with Santa during a program called Breakfast With Santa being presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| 50 Plus plans Overland Park Arboretum night walk on Dec. 3 |
| 11/17/2011 |
| See the beautiful wonderland of holiday lights during the Overland Park Arboretum's annual luminary walk as part of an evening adventure walk being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Donations of animal supplies sought through Holidays for the Animals program at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/17/2011 |
| Individuals, families, and groups wanting to make a difference are invited to consider contributing a gift to the animals at the Ernie Miller Nature Center through a program called Holidays for the Animals. |
| New Holiday Bridge Tournament for 50 Plus in Dec. 12 |
| 11/17/2011 |
| Take a break from the holiday hustle and bustle and compete against others who love the game of bridge during a holiday bridge during a special event being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Heritage Park Off-leash Area to be closed for most of day on Nov. 17 for fence installation |
| 11/17/2011 |
| The Heritage Park Dog Off-Leash Area will be closed for much of the day on Thursday Nov. 17 for installation of new fencing, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| Breakfast with the Birds offered for 50 Plus at Ernie Miller Nature Center on Dec. 7 |
| 11/10/2011 |
| The serene atmosphere of the Ernie Miller Nature Center is the setting for a Breakfast with the Birds being planned for early December by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Squaw Creek Eagle Days trip offered on Dec. 3 |
| 11/10/2011 |
| Visit the annual celebration of |
| New Holiday Happenings program for ages 3-5 offered at NCF on Dec. 5 |
| 11/10/2011 |
| The holidays are just around the pine tree and a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District will let young children get started on holiday crafts. |
| Breakfast with Santa for all ages is Dec. 3 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 11/10/2011 |
| Gather your family and friends for a festive holiday morning during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Thanksgiving baseball camp offered on Nov. 25-26 for ages 7-14 |
| 11/04/2011 |
| Thanksgiving break is a great time to focus on baseball skills during a youth camp being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Beginning Belly Dance class offered for adults beginning Dec. 1 |
| 11/04/2011 |
| Gain control of those often-underused muscles and have fun at the same time during a dance class for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Soccer Turkey Day camps for youth offered on Nov. 25 |
| 11/04/2011 |
| A fun-packed program of skill-building exercises, competitions, and scrimmages is planned for soccer camps for youth scheduled for the day after Thanksgiving by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Holiday Happenings is theme for new 50 Plus Bingo program at RPCC on Dec. 1 |
| 11/04/2011 |
| Get the dish on holiday happenings from around the world during an afternoon of bingo being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early December. |
| Holly and Mistletoe Homes Tour is destination for 50 Plus day trip on Dec. 1 |
| 11/04/2011 |
| A day trip to the 52nd Annual Independence Young Matron's Homes Tour is sure to get you into the holiday spirit. |
| Next Indoor Walking Club for 50 Plus begins Nov. 15 at two locations |
| 10/28/2011 |
| There's no need to worry about the weather for those taking part in a Indoor Walking Club being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District during November at two locations. |
| New Friendsgiving event is Nov. 17 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 10/28/2011 |
| Bring your friends and a side dish to share when the first-ever Friendsgiving event is presented by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District a week before Thanksgiving. |
| Johnson County Park & Recreation District Plans Firewood Sale on Nov. 19 at The Theatre in the Park |
| 10/28/2011 |
| Throughout the year, Johnson County Park & Recreation District park maintenance staff trim branches and remove dead trees from District parks. A single chance to purchase some of the resulting firewo... |
| Squaw Creek Fall Birdwatching Trip offered on Nov. 19 |
| 10/28/2011 |
| Almost as regular as the bird migrations its participants seek to observe is the offering each November of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's fall birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge. |
| Tellabration 2011 Set for Nov. 19 At Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/28/2011 |
| Want to hear a good story? Come celebrate the International Day of Storytelling at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. This event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 19. The cost is $3 per person, including adults, paid at the site. |
| Portion of Heritage Park's Hallet Road to be closed Oct. 31 - Nov. 4 for road work |
| 10/28/2011 |
| The main north-south route through the interior of Heritage Park will be closed for roadwork from Monday, Oct. 31, through Friday, Nov. 4, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| New driving range now open at Tomahawk Hills Golf Course |
| 10/28/2011 |
| A new driving range is now open at the Tomahawk Hill Golf Course, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center dome to be closed Nov. 24 & 25 |
| 10/28/2011 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will be closed for two days in late November in observance of the Thanksgiving holiday. |
| Blazers' coach named Missouri Valley Swimming's |
| 10/21/2011 |
| Kansas City Blazers Swim Team Head Coach Gardner Howland was recently named |
| Living Green Recycling Tour day trip set for Nov. 9 |
| 10/20/2011 |
| Explore ways to reduce your carbon footprint and go green at home during a day trip being planned for National Recycling Week by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| 50 Plus, Johnson County Library, Plan Veterans Day Event on Nov. 10 |
| 10/20/2011 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department is offering Veteran's Day activities on Nov. 10 at the Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty, Overland Park. |
| New Creative Movement class for ages 3-5 offered at NCF beginning Nov. 8 |
| 10/20/2011 |
| Youth ages three to five can have fun twisting, dancing, jumping, and spinning during a new fitness program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Fly Tying class for adults offered beginning Nov. 8 |
| 10/20/2011 |
| Expand your fishing habit by learning the fascinating art of fly tying through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| JCPRD winter park hours begin Nov. 1 |
| 10/12/2011 |
| Winter hours of 7:30 a.m. to 8 p.m. go into effect Nov. 1 for many Johnson County Park & Recreation District parks. These winter hours will stay in effect through Feb. 28. |
| Second of two Public Hayrides offered on Nov. 6 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 10/12/2011 |
| The second of two public hayrides being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District this fall at Shawnee Mission Park will take place on Nov. 6. |
| Three Fall Adventure Walks for 50 Plus offered during November |
| 10/12/2011 |
| James A Reed Memorial Wildlife Area near Lee's Summit, the town of Parkville, and Kill Creek Park are November destinations to be visited this autumn as part of Fall Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Four youth basketball clinics begin in early November |
| 10/12/2011 |
| Four separate youth basketball clinics are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early November. |
| New Treats for Your Canine program offered for 50 Plus on Nov. 7 |
| 10/12/2011 |
| Learn to make your own dog treats during a new program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early November. |
| Fall Spaghetti Dinner is Oct. 13 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 09/21/2011 |
| Something good is cooking at the Roeland Park Community Center and the community is invited to come participate in a special meal being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Learn about 2010 destinations when JCPRD presents a 50 Plus Travel Show on Oct. 18 |
| 09/21/2011 |
| Learn about domestic and international destinations for 2012 trips being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District during a Travel Show in mid-October. |
| Spook-N-Splash pool party for all ages set for Oct. 14 at RPAC |
| 09/21/2011 |
| A morning of |
| New Quilts in the Park event is Oct. 15 at The Pavilion at The Theatre in the Park |
| 09/21/2011 |
| Quilts will be everywhere, including in the trees, on the rocks, on the fence, over the tables, and under The Pavilion at The Theatre in the Park, when a new family-oriented special event takes place on Oct. 15. |
| Sept. 28 is deadline for trip to March Million Dollar Quartet performance at new Kauffman Center |
| 09/15/2011 |
| The 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District is planning an outing to a March 2012 matinee performance of Million Dollar Quartet at the new Kauffman Center for the Performing Arts, but interested parties need to act quickly in order to participate. |
| Sept. 30 is registration deadline for first of two Professional Pesticide Recertification Seminars offered on Oct. 5 & 12 |
| 09/15/2011 |
| Two full-day training seminars on Pesticide Application Recertification are being offered in October by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Parks and Golf Courses Division. |
| New Buck Night at RPCC on Oct. 7 promises an evening of family fun |
| 09/15/2011 |
| It won't cost a lot of money to enjoy an evening of family fun when the Johnson County Park & Recreation District presents a first-ever Buck Night at the Roeland Park Community Center in early October. |
| Whimsical Woods Program planned at Ernie Miller Park on Oct. 8 |
| 09/15/2011 |
| There's nothing scary about a Halloween special event being offered at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park in mid-October. The program is called Whimsical Woods and is for ages 11 and younger accompanied by a parent or guardian. |
| New Yoga for Kids program begins Oct. 11 at New Century Fieldhouse |
| 09/15/2011 |
| A new yoga class designed specifically for youth is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in mid-October by at the New Century Fieldhouse by Gardner. |
| Sunset in the Park event is Sept. 17 at The Pavilion at The Theatre in the Park |
| 09/14/2011 |
| What's back for a second year, is western-themed, and will benefit The Theatre in the Park and other local charities? |
| Trail closure at Heritage Park to take place starting Sept. 14 |
| 09/13/2011 |
| Approximately 200 linear feet of pedestrian trail along the west side of the main lake at Heritage Park will be closed for reconstruction beginning Wednesday Sept. 14, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| New Oktoberfest Bridge Tournament for 50 plus in Oct. 3 at New Century Fieldhouse |
| 09/07/2011 |
| Enjoy playing bridge? Compete against others who love the game during a special event being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Bully Proof |
| 09/07/2011 |
| Two youth classes in the Japanese martial art of Jiu Jitsu being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early October promise to help |
| New Plein Air Painting class offered for adults beginning Oct. 1 |
| 09/07/2011 |
| Learn to observe and capture what you see while painting outdoors during a new workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Gnome Scavenger Hunt for all ages is Oct. 3 in Overland Park |
| 09/07/2011 |
| A day off from school provides a perfect opportunity to bring a child or grandchild and form a team of two to take part in a first-ever Gnome Scavenger Hunt being planned by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Geocach a Pirate's Treasure on Oct. 3 at Antioch Park |
| 09/07/2011 |
| Ahoy, Matey! Join the fun of a treasure hunt on Oct. 3 during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early October. |
| New Senior Prom for 50 Plus is Sept. 23 in Lenexa |
| 09/01/2011 |
| It's prom night for senior adults when the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District conducts a new special event in late September. |
| Second of two presentations of T.A.K.E. Self Defense Program on the field at Kauffman Stadium is Sept. 24 |
| 09/01/2011 |
| The second of two presentations of The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) programs on the playing field at Kauffman Stadium this year will take place on Sept. 24. The Kansas City Royals, 99.7 The Point, and the Johnson County Park & Recreation District (JCPRD) have teamed to present this free program. |
| An Evening at Baltimore Bend Vineyard 50 Plus event is Sept. 24 |
| 09/01/2011 |
| Sample wines and enjoy listening to live music during an outdoor event being offered in late September by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Kansans Tell Their Stories 50 Plus day trip set for Sept. 29 |
| 09/01/2011 |
| Travel back into Kansas' history through a day trip planned in late September by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center dome to be reinstalled Sept. 12-16 |
| 08/24/2011 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will be closed to the public for about five days for the annual reinstallation of the air-supported dome which makes the facility's main pool usable during the winter months. |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center's Fall Fun Series for ages 4-5 begins Sept. 17 |
| 08/24/2011 |
| Bird migration, native Americans, and the experiences of the Pilgrims are themes which will be explored in a series of three fall programs for young children being offered at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| New Great American Games for 50 Plus are Sept. 17 |
| 08/24/2011 |
| Senior adults looking for some friendly competition can find it in a new program called The Great American Games being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| 50 Plus plans Hotcakes and History program at Matt Ross Community Center on Sept. 15 |
| 08/24/2011 |
| Breakfast and local history are on the menu for a new mid-September program being planned by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department. |
| 2011 Fall Hayrides offered for organized groups at two parks |
| 08/24/2011 |
| Enjoy the crisp autumn air by taking a hayride through Shawnee Mission Park or Heritage Park. Organized hayrides for groups are available through the Johnson County Park & Recreation District and conclude with a warm campfire where apple cider and marshmallows await! |
| Parent & Child Night Hike offered on Sept. 16 & 23 and Oct. 7 & 14 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/24/2011 |
| An intergenerational program being offered in September and October at Ernie Miller Park allows children ages two to six with a parent or guardian to explore park trails as the sun sets. |
| Learn About Trees and Tree Care |
| 08/23/2011 |
| Heartland Tree Alliance (HTA), in cooperation with the Johnson County Park & Recreation District, is once again offering the opportunity to learn about trees and tree care through their popular Tree Keepers course. |
| It's a Little Corny |
| 08/17/2011 |
| Popcorn is the snack of choice for an afternoon of bingo planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in mid-September. |
| Indoor Walking Club for 50 plus begins Sept. 6 at New Century Fieldhouse |
| 08/17/2011 |
| There's no need to worry about the weather for those taking part in a Indoor Walking Club being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at the agency's New Century Fieldhouse near Gardner. |
| New Monarchs & Wildflowers event is Sept. 10 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/17/2011 |
| Celebrating the monarch butterfly's amazing annual migration is the aim of a new special event set for Sept. 10 at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park, 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Boot Camp Exercise program offered for adults beginning Sept. 10 |
| 08/17/2011 |
| Boost your confidence, improve your health, and blast calories by taking part in a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Little Cedar Theater class offered for ages 6-12 at Ernie Miller Nature Center starting Sept. 8 |
| 08/17/2011 |
| Aspiring young naturalists who love nature and enjoy sharing stories with family and friends will enjoy a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Registrations now being taken for youth Lacrosse Clinic through Sept. 3 |
| 08/11/2011 |
| Sept. 3 is the registration deadline for a Lacrosse Clinic being offered for youth grades three through six by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Patriot Golf Days are Sept. 2-5 at Heritage Park and Tomahawk Hills |
| 08/11/2011 |
| Golfers who come to Johnson County Park & Recreation District golf courses on the weekend of Sept. 2-5 will be asked to consider giving a donation to help ensure the future of families of wounded or fallen soldiers. |
| KC Symphony’s annual free “Pops in the Park” concert is Labor Day at The Theatre in the Park |
| 08/11/2011 |
| The Kansas City Symphony will present its Annual |
| Learn about vermiculture during new Worm Bin Workshop on Sept. 3 |
| 08/11/2011 |
| Discover the run of making odorless compost within your home using vermiculture during a new workshop being offered at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Overland Park walking group for 50 plus begins Sept. 6 |
| 08/11/2011 |
| Get some exercise, meet new people, and get to know Overland Park businesses through a walking program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions begins Sept. 7 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 08/11/2011 |
| A new season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any or all of the nine sessions scheduled between Sept. 7 and Dec. 21. |
| Fire ban implemented in JCPRD's parks and facilities in northwestern part of county |
| 07/28/2011 |
| In accordance with a fire ban issued by the Northwest Consolidated Fire District on July 27, the Johnson County Park & Recreation District has implemented a fire ban for its parks and outdoor facilities located in the northwestern portion of the county, officials announced. |
| Cars in the Park on Aug. 20 benefits Special Olympians |
| 07/28/2011 |
| Do you own a unique vehicle you'd like to show off? The Johnson County Park & Recreation District's third annual Cars in the Park car show planned for Aug. 20 at The Theatre in the Park in Shawnee Mission Park, 7710 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa, could be your opportunity. |
| First of three World War II Living History programs is Aug. 16 |
| 07/28/2011 |
| Prisoners of War is the topic for the first of three World War II Living History programs being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department. |
| Final Overnight Fishing Opportunities planned at Kill Creek and Shawnee Mission parks |
| 07/28/2011 |
| The last of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake this summer as well as the second of two overnight fishing opportunities at Kill Creek Park are planned for late August. |
| Grillin’ and Chillin’ With the Grandkids program offered at RPCC on Aug. 13 |
| 07/20/2011 |
| Grandmas, grandpas, moms, and dads can come chill out with their kids and grandkids during an event planned by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District on Aug. 6 at the Spring Hill Civic Center. |
| Genealogy in the Heartland 50 Plus day trip set for Aug. 4 |
| 07/20/2011 |
| Whether you're just starting or continuing your personal heritage quest, a new day trip called Genealogy in the Heartland being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early August can help. |
| New Breakfast on the Beach is Aug. 3 at Shawnee Mission Park Beach |
| 07/20/2011 |
| Come join a beach front bash on Aug. 3 at the Shawnee Mission Park Beach, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| Indoor Walking Club for 50 plus begins Aug. 2 at New Century Fieldhouse |
| 07/20/2011 |
| There's no need to worry about the weather for those taking part in a Indoor Walking Club being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at the agency's New Century Fieldhouse near Gardner. |
| Deadline approaching for Summer Swing Softball Tournament |
| 07/20/2011 |
| Aug. 5 is the final deadline for registering teams for the Summer Swing Softball Tournament being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| July 22 is initial entry deadline for fourth annual Olathe Medical Center Women's Triathlon |
| 07/20/2011 |
| July 22 is the initial entry deadline for the fourth-annual Olathe Medical Center Women's Triathlon, which will take place on Saturday, Sept. 10, at Kill Creek Park, 11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe. |
| New Hole #1 opens at Tomahawk Hills Golf Course |
| 07/20/2011 |
| A new tee area and fairway for hole #1 recently opened at the Tomahawk Hills Golf Course, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| JCPRD beaches and marinas closing soon |
| 07/20/2011 |
| The summer season for two beaches and three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District is quickly winding down. The facilities include: The Shawnee Mission Park Beach and Shawnee Mission Park Marina, both located in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa; Kill Creek Park Beach and Marina, 11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe; and Heritage Park Marina, located in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm, Olathe. |
| Youth can Meet the Cat in the Hat during preshow-event at The Theatre in the Park on July 22 |
| 07/14/2011 |
| Everyone's favorite head-covering-wearing giant feline is the attraction for a preshow event at The Theatre in the Park on July 22. Meet the Cat in the Hat is the name of this event, which will take place beginning at 6 p.m., prior to the first-night's performance of The Theatre in the Park's production of |
| Two organizations recognize JCPRD's Ernie Miller Nature Center with awards |
| 07/14/2011 |
| Two outside organizations recently presented separate awards to the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe |
| Great American Family Campout is July 30 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 07/14/2011 |
| What could be better than a family campout right here in Johnson County? A program being offered by the Children's Services Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District will give participants a rare opportunity to sleep under the stars in Shawnee Mission Park and participate in other outdoor activities. |
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| 07/14/2011 |
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| New Recital Time event for youth is July 30 |
| 07/14/2011 |
| Young participants in the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's summer dance and music classes will present a performance during a new special event planned in late July. |
| Presidential Hometown Heritage 50 Plus day trip set for July 20 |
| 07/06/2011 |
| Trace the life of Harry S. Truman from his boyhood to his presidency during a day trip to Independence, Mo., being offered in late July by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| 50 Plus plans new Dog Days of Summer Bingo program at MRCC on July 20 |
| 07/06/2011 |
| Celebrate the dog days of summer with an afternoon bingo program being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in late July. |
| Two youth football clinics begin July 14 |
| 07/06/2011 |
| Separate youth Rookie and Pro-Style Football clinics are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in mid-July. Both programs will take place at 68's Inside Sports Indoor Training Facility, 11301 W. 88th St., Overland Park. |
| Sailing II class offered for adults starting July 12 |
| 07/06/2011 |
| Intermediate skills for sailing will be covered through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. The class is called Sailing II and is for ages 18 and older. |
| Second Overnight Fishing Opportunity at Heritage Park is July 16 |
| 06/30/2011 |
| The second of two overnight fishing opportunities planned at Heritage Park Lake during 2011 will take place on July 16. Another July overnight fishing opportunity will take place on July 23 at Shawnee Mission Park. |
| Three volleyball clinics for youth begin July 12 & 14 |
| 06/30/2011 |
| Separate youth Rookie, Pro-Style, and All Star volleyball clinics are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in mid-July. All three programs will take place at 68's Inside Sports Fitness Facility, 11301 W. 99th St., Overland Park. Perform a catalog search for the keyword “volleyball” to find these programs in the JCPRD’s Activities Catalog and online listings. |
| Two new music classes offered for youth starting July 12 |
| 06/30/2011 |
| Two new music-related classes for youth are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in mid-July. |
| New Paper Mache program for youth begins July 18 |
| 06/30/2011 |
| A new youth class in paper mache being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District promises lots of opportunities for creativity. |
| Arts and Activities art program offered for ages 3-5 beginning July 11 |
| 06/22/2011 |
| The program is called Arts and Activities and is for ages three to five. Participants will enjoy afternoon arts and crafts projects along the session's theme. All materials are included. Perform a cat... |
| New Recycled Art classes offered for youth and adults beginning July 9 & 12 |
| 06/22/2011 |
| Recycled Art is the name of separate classes which will show youth and adults how to create art from recycled objects being offered beginning in mid-July by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Sunrise Run & Reflect program for girls and women begins July 11 |
| 06/22/2011 |
| Providing an opportunity for girls and women to nourish both body and mind is the aim of a walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Exploring the Masters art programs for ages 4-7 begins July 11, 18, & 25 |
| 06/22/2011 |
| Young would-be artists can dip their minds into the creative wonders of fine artists during through a program called Exploring the Masters being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Adventures in Geocaching program planned at Stoll Park on July 9 |
| 06/15/2011 |
| Try a new and exciting hobby while exploring a local park at the same time during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early July. |
| Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater Programs for July |
| 06/15/2011 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater on Friday evenings during July for educational and entertaining programs. The programs begin at 7 p.m., last about an hour, and are designed for all ages. A charge of $2.50 per person helps cover the cost of the programs; children under two are free. Perform a catalog search for the keywords |
| Red Hat Night set for The Theatre in the Park's July 8 performance of |
| 06/15/2011 |
| An organized evening outing of Red Hat sisters to a performance of |
| Next JCPRD Activities catalog available after June 27, to cover programs from August through December |
| 06/15/2011 |
| The next issue of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Activities catalog will be available during the week of June 27. |
| Health and Wellness Day program offered at MRCC on July 6 |
| 06/15/2011 |
| Promoting health and wellness for all ages the goal of a special event being planned for July 6 by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in conjunction with the city of Overland Park. |
| Spring-summer season of Animal Tales Storytime continues on July 6 & 20 |
| 06/15/2011 |
| The final two sessions of the spring-summer season of Animals Tales Storytime will take place during July at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn at either or both of the sessions on July 6 and 20. |
| Splash 4 Cash event for youth is July 4 at Roeland Park Aquatic Center |
| 06/09/2011 |
| Splash 4 Cash is the name of a special event for youth which will take place on July 4 at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Family Kayak Lessons offered on July 5 & 6 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 06/09/2011 |
| Learn the basics of flatwater kayaking through an introductory workshop being offered twice in early July at Shawnee Mission Park by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Expectant and New Moms Wellness program begins July 5 |
| 06/09/2011 |
| Helping expectant and new moms learn about healthy weight management and lose their baby weight is the goal of a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early July. |
| Potter's Delight adult beginning pottery class begins June 29 |
| 06/02/2011 |
| Create original pottery, both functional and fun, in Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Potter's Delight beginning pottery class for adults 16 and older. Participants will learn creative design concepts, hand-building techniques, and wheel-throwing. |
| New Geocaching Treasure Hunt set for June 29 at Antioch Park |
| 06/02/2011 |
| Ahoy mateys! Youth ages eight to 12 can experience the fun of a pirate treasure hunt during a new geocaching program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Harley-Davidson and Kansas Speedway 50 Plus day trip set for June 21 |
| 06/02/2011 |
| Motorcycles and cars and the theme of a day trip being offered in late June by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Track and Field Clinic offered for youth at two locations beginning June 20 |
| 06/02/2011 |
| Instruction in track and field events is offered to youth through a Track and Field Clinic being presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in late June. |
| Great American Family Campout is June 18 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 05/27/2011 |
| What could be better than a family campout right here in Johnson County? A program being offered by the Children's Services Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District will give participants a rare opportunity to sleep under the stars in Shawnee Mission Park and participate in other outdoor activities. |
| Eighth-annual Paws in the Park Dog event is June 18 at Shawnee Mission Park Beach |
| 05/27/2011 |
| Dog lovers can come enjoy a day at the beach with their pooch during the eight-annual Paws in the Park Dog Festival on June 18 at the Shawnee Mission Park Beach, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| Annual JCPRD Special Olympics & Feed the Need Golf Tournament set for Friday, June 17 at Heritage Park Golf Course |
| 05/27/2011 |
| Spaces are still available for participation in the annual JCPRD Special Olympics & Feed the Need Golf Tournament on June 17 at the Heritage Park Golf Course, 16445 S. Lackman Road, Olathe. |
| Free public grand opening for New Century Fieldhouse is June 11 |
| 05/27/2011 |
| A public grand opening for the New Century Fieldhouse, the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's new state-of-the-art indoor facility near Gardner, will take place from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on June 11. This free event will give the public a chance to get a first look at this exciting new facility and will include family-friendly games, events, and giveaways. The fieldhouse is located just off of Interstate 35 at 551 New Century Parkway. |
| First Overnight Fishing Opportunity at Heritage Park is June 11 |
| 05/20/2011 |
| The first of two overnight fishing opportunities planned at Heritage Park Lake during 2011 will take place on June 11. |
| “A Day in the Park” special event returns to JCPRD parks on June 4 |
| 05/20/2011 |
| A day-long celebration of our community's trails, parks, and recreational spaces introduced in 2010 is returning in early June, when it will expand from one to three parks. |
| Love in the Afternoon program for 50 Plus features great music and cuisine |
| 05/20/2011 |
| Fine cuisine and an exceptional music program are planned for a series of lunch programs being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department. |
| First of two presentations of T.A.K.E. Self Defense Program on the Field at Kauffman Stadium this year is June 11 |
| 05/20/2011 |
| The first of two presentations of The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Self Defense Seminars on the playing field at Kauffman Stadium during the Royals' 2011 season will take place on June 11. The Kansas City Royals, 98.1 KUDL, and the Johnson County Park & Recreation District (JCPRD) have teamed to present this free program. |
| Exploring the Masters art program for ages 4-7 begins June 6 |
| 05/18/2011 |
| Young would-be artists can dip their minds into the creative wonders of fine artists like Picasso, Van Gogh, and Monet through a program called Exploring the Masters being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Sunrise 's Run & Reflect program for girls and women begins June 6 |
| 05/18/2011 |
| Providing an opportunity for girls and women to nourish both body and mind is the aim of a walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Family Kayak Lessons offered on June 7 & 8 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 05/18/2011 |
| Learn the basics of flatwater kayaking through an introductory workshop being offered twice in early June at Shawnee Mission Park by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Beginning Digital Photography Workshop offered for adults starting June 9 |
| 05/18/2011 |
| Bring your camera and creativity to a new Beginning Digital Photography Workshop being offered for adults by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater programs offered on June 10, 17, and 24 |
| 05/18/2011 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater on Friday evenings during June for educational and entertaining programs. The programs last about an hour and are designed for all ages. Programs begin at 7 p.m. A charge of $2.50 per person helps cover the cost of the programs; children under two are free. Perform a catalog search for the keywords |
| Pickleball Tournament is June 4 at Tomahawk Ridge Community Center |
| 05/18/2011 |
| May 27 is the deadline for the second annual Pickleball Tournament being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Bubble Makers program for youth is June 7 at Antioch Park |
| 05/18/2011 |
| Soap bubbles are a favorite outdoor summer activity and the topic of a program for youth being presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District |
| 50 Plus plans Summer Stroll Picnic Potluck on June 1 |
| 05/11/2011 |
| Join a fun-loving group of walkers for an annual picnic at Shawnee Mission Park during a program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Grand Gardens Photography Tour day trip set for June 2 |
| 05/11/2011 |
| Stop and smell the roses and other floral varieties at three metro-area gardens during a day trip being offered in early June by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Annual Free Fishing Weekend at JCPRD parks is June 4 & 5 |
| 05/11/2011 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District has established the weekend of Saturday, June 4, and Sunday, June 5 as the annual Free Fishing Weekend in District parks. This will coincide with the state of Kansas' |
| Stingrays Summer Swim Team for youth begins June 1 |
| 05/11/2011 |
| Youth of all ability levels are invited to join a summer league swim team based at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| JCPRD Beaches & Marinas opening soon |
| 05/05/2011 |
| Two beaches and three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District are scheduled to open for summer use beginning in late May. The facilities include: The Shawnee Mission Park Beach and Shawnee Mission Park Marina, both located in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa; Kill Creek Park Beach and Marina, 11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe; and Heritage Park Marina, located in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm, Olathe. |
| Roeland Park ECDC receives five-star rating from KQRIS |
| 05/05/2011 |
| The Roeland Park Early Childhood Development Center recently received a five-star rating through the Kansas Quality Rating and Improvement System (KQRIS). The center is operated by the Childrens' Services Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Introduction to Tree Climbing program offered at Shawnee Mission Park on May 28 |
| 05/05/2011 |
| Do you have fond memories of climbing trees or do you want your child to have the same experiences? A program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| 50 Plus offers Yoga in the Park beginning May 31 at Antioch Park |
| 05/05/2011 |
| Relax and connect with nature while doing simple yoga poses during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department. |
| New Horizons Band rehearsals begin May 31 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 05/05/2011 |
| Calling all music lovers! Dig out your old instrument and join a group of fun-loving musicians age 50 and beyond in the New Horizons Band. |
| Sailing I class offered for adults beginning May 31 |
| 05/05/2011 |
| Learn the basic skills of sailing through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Adventures in Geocaching program planned at Shawnee Mission Park on May 14 |
| 04/28/2011 |
| Try a new and exciting hobby while exploring a local park at the same time during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in mid-May |
| Missouri Town 1855 and Longview Mansion 50 Plus day trip set for May 17 |
| 04/28/2011 |
| Discover what life was like in the mid 1800s and then visit a local mansion from the early 1900s during a day trip being offered in mid-May by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Sailing Society to conduct “Come Sail With Us” event on May 21 |
| 04/28/2011 |
| All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on Saturday, May 21, at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| 16th Annual In Step and In Shape Walk is May 24 at Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop |
| 04/28/2011 |
| Join a healthy tradition and take part in the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 16th annual In Step and In Shape Walk and Expo on May 24. This year's event has a new location: The Mahaffie Stagecoach Stop at 1200 Kansas City Road, Olathe. |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center animals to be part of Johnson County Go Green event on May 25 |
| 04/28/2011 |
| Animals from the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center will be on hand, paw, and wing when Johnson County Government hosts the third annual Go Green Event on Wednesday, May 25. |
| May 20 is initial deadline for Shawnee Mission Triathlon |
| 04/28/2011 |
| May 20 is the initial deadline for the 27th Annual Shawnee Mission Triathlon. The event will take place Sunday, July 10, in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Entries will be limited to the first 700 entries. The event typically fills two weeks prior to race day. As a result of this event, Shawnee Mission Park will not open for public use until noon on this date. |
| First Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2011 at Shawnee Mission Park is May 21 |
| 04/28/2011 |
| The first of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2011 will take place on May 21. |
| 50 Plus plans new Weekend Adventure Walks beginning May 21 |
| 04/28/2011 |
| Getting out and enjoying nature is the goal of two spring-summer weekend adventure walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Summertime Arts & Craft Show is May 21 in Antioch Park |
| 04/28/2011 |
| The Summertime Arts and Craft Show is one highlight of a fun-filled day which annually attracts people from all over the Kansas City metropolitan area to Antioch Park in mid-May. This event, which is conducted by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District, will take place on May 21 in conjunction with the City of Merriam's Turkey Creek Festival. Both the festival and the craft show will take place Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch Road, Merriam. |
| Northeast Pool SuperPass offered again in 2011 |
| 04/28/2011 |
| Residents of Fairway, Leawood, Merriam, Mission, Prairie Village, or Roeland Park who purchase a resident membership at their city’s pool can also purchase a “Northeast Super Pool Pass,” permitting entry into the pools in the other five cities. |
| Shawnee Mission Park Marina open weekends beginning April 23 & 24 |
| 04/22/2011 |
| The Shawnee Mission Park Marina is scheduled to operate on the weekends of April 23 and 24, April 30 and May 1, May 7 and 8, May 14 and 15, and May 21 and 22 prior to opening daily for the summer season beginning May 28. |
| 50 Plus plans Katy Trail adventure walk on May 11 |
| 04/20/2011 |
| An opportunity to walk on a portion of Missouri's Katy trail is being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early May. |
| New Enchanted Forest event planned at Ernie Miller Park on May 14 |
| 04/20/2011 |
| Celebrate spring with the wonders of the forest - both real and make believe - during a new special event at the Ernie Miller Nature Center in mid-May. |
| New Fitness Fusion exercise program for 50 plus begins May 9 at New Century Fieldhouse |
| 04/20/2011 |
| Fitness Fusion is the name of a new exercise class starting soon at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's New Century Fieldhouse near Gardner. |
| New Great Cake Decorating Competition will take at New Century Fieldhouse |
| 04/20/2011 |
| Grab the kids and get in on a friendly decorating competition which will take place in mid-May at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's New Century Fieldhouse near Gardner. |
| Two youth football programs begin in early May |
| 04/14/2011 |
| Two football programs for ages eight through 19 are being offered in early May by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in conjunction with 68's Inside Sports. The programs are Football Fundamental Training for ages eight through 12 and Lineman Training Camp for ages 13 through 19. |
| New Recycled Art classes offered for youth and adults beginning May 3 |
| 04/14/2011 |
| Recycled Art is the name of separate classes which will show youth and adults how to create art from recycled objects being offered beginning in early May by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Spring-summer season of Animal Tales Storytime continues on May 4 & 18 |
| 04/14/2011 |
| The spring-summer season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions will continue during May at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn at either or both of the sessions on May 4 and 18. |
| 50 Plus plans new Cinco De Mayo Bingo program at MRCC on May 5 |
| 04/14/2011 |
| An enjoyable afternoon of bingo with a Cinco De Mayo theme is being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early May. |
| New Painting with Acrylic Workshop offered for adults on April 30 |
| 04/08/2011 |
| Adults can create a work of art using acrylic paint and take it home the same day during a new workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| April 16 grand opening planned for new Tomahawk Hills Golf Course clubhouse |
| 04/08/2011 |
| Members of the public are invited to attend a grand opening and dedication ceremony for the recently-completed new clubhouse at the Tomahawk Hills Golf Course, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| Artists sought for Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival in Antioch Park on May 21 |
| 04/08/2011 |
| Fine artists and crafts persons of all types are invited to enter The Summertime Arts & Craft Show, which is set from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 21, in Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch Road, Merriam. New for 2011, this event will include a juried show for participants who identify their booths as displaying fine art. |
| Orienteering workshop for ages 16 and older offered on April 30 |
| 04/08/2011 |
| Do you enjoy hiking cross-country but fear losing your way? If so, join the Johnson County Park & Recreation District for a Map and Compass Workshop beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 30, at the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Women's Run & Reflect program begins May 2 |
| 04/08/2011 |
| Providing an opportunity for women to nourish both body and mind is the aim of a walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Overland Park walking group for 50 plus begins May 3 |
| 04/08/2011 |
| Get some exercise, meet new people, and get to know Overland Park businesses through a new walking program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Sailing I class offered for adults beginning April 26 |
| 04/01/2011 |
| Learn the basic skills of sailing through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Take Me Out to the Ballgame 50 Plus day trip set for April 28 |
| 04/01/2011 |
| A behind-the-scenes tour of Kauffman Stadium is the highlight of a day trip being offered in late April by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Mildale Farm Community Day set for April 30 |
| 04/01/2011 |
| The public will have an opportunity to fish and explore the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Mildale Farm property during a Mildale Farm Community Day set for April 30. |
| Public invited to TimberRidge Adventure Center Open House on April 30 |
| 04/01/2011 |
| The public can come see and experience the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's TimberRidge Adventure Center during an Open House scheduled for April 30. Also on the same day, a related Open House for the center's 40-foot-tall Hawk's Nest Climbing Tower will give interested parties 12 and older who register in advance a free opportunity to experience the tower's two climbing walls. |
| Breakfast & Bargain Bonanza is April 30 at RPCC |
| 04/01/2011 |
| A huge community garage sale is being planned for April 30 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| JCPRD’s Park Safety and Interpretive Division receives three NAI awards |
| 04/01/2011 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Park Safety and Interpretive Division recently took home three awards from the Region VI National Association of Interpreters Conference. |
| Panzon's Restaurant to hold fiftteen annual fundraiser to benefit Special Olympians on May 1 |
| 04/01/2011 |
| Panzon’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 8710 Lackman Road, Lenexa, will hold its fifteenth annual fundraiser to benefit the Johnson County Park & Recreation District’s Special Olympics Program from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, May 1. |
| Fit & Feisty exercise class offered for 50 plus beginning April 19 |
| 03/24/2011 |
| Fit and Feisty is both the name and attitude of an exercise class being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Wicketball program for all ages begins April 19 in Shawnee Mission Park |
| 03/24/2011 |
| Are you ready for a fun, new sport that you can play with your whole family? A program called Wicketball being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District could be for you. |
| New Beginning Digital Photography Workshop offered for adults starting April 19 |
| 03/24/2011 |
| Bring your camera and creativity to a new Beginning Digital Photography Workshop being offered for adults by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| 50 Plus plans new Bunny Bingo program at RPCC on April 21 |
| 03/24/2011 |
| An enjoyable afternoon of bingo with an Easter theme is being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in late April. |
| Adventures in Geocaching program planned at Heritage Park on April 16 |
| 03/16/2011 |
| Try a new and exciting hobby while exploring a local park at the same time during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in mid-April. |
| JCPRD Early Childhood Development Centers to conduct open houses on April 6 |
| 03/16/2011 |
| Open houses will be conducted from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 6, at all three of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Early Childhood Development Centers. |
| Women's Golf Association and Working Ladies Golf League both get under way soon at Tomahawk Hills Golf Course |
| 03/16/2011 |
| Two separate women's' golf groups which both play at the Tomahawk Hills Golf Course, 17501 Midland Drive, Shawnee, are beginning their seasons in early April. The groups are the Tomahawk Hills Women's Golf Association and the Tomahawk Hills Working Ladies Golf League. Perform a catalog search for the keyword |
| Spring Spaghetti Dinner is April 7 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 03/16/2011 |
| Something good is cooking at the Roeland Park Community Center and the community is invited to come participate in a special meal being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| 50 Plus offers Yoga in the Park beginning April 12 at Antioch Park |
| 03/16/2011 |
| Relax and connect with nature while doing simple yoga poses during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department. |
| Trucks and Big Rigs for Kids event returns to The Theatre in the Park on April 16 |
| 03/16/2011 |
| A popular special event which lets kids get an up-close look at big rigs, tractors, and all types of equipment will be returning to the Theatre in the Park in Shawnee Mission Park on April 16. |
| Weekly maintenance closures begin again at off-leash areas starting March 15 |
| 03/16/2011 |
| Temporary weekly maintenance closures at the Heritage Park and Shawnee Mission Park dog off-leash areas will start for 2011 beginning in mid-March, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| Fairy Tale Forest Program for ages 4 & 5 kicks off Spring Time Series at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 03/09/2011 |
| Fairies and the magic of the changing season are the theme of the first in a series of three programs for young children being offered during April, and May at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| New Love in the Afternoon program for 50 Plus features great music and cuisine |
| 03/09/2011 |
| Fine cuisine and an exceptional music program are planned for a series of lunch programs being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department. |
| New My Grandparents and Me event for all ages is April 2 |
| 03/09/2011 |
| A fun afternoon of stories and crafts is what is in store during a new special event being planned by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department. |
| 50 Plus plans Chess Tournament at Matt Ross Community Center on March 22 |
| 03/02/2011 |
| You don't have to be Bobby Fisher to compete against other chess lovers during a first-ever Chess Tournament being planned by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department. |
| March 25 is initial deadline for May 15 BikeSource Duathlon & Triathlon at Heritage Park |
| 03/02/2011 |
| An initial registration deadline is approaching for the BikeSource Duathlon and Triathlon at Heritage Park, which will take place beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 15, in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, Olathe. |
| Visit Ernie Miller Nature Center to participate in Passport to Adventure 2011 beginning March 26 |
| 03/02/2011 |
| Gather your family and pick up your Passport to Adventure for the Interpretive Site Coalition of Kansas City’s fifteenth annual event at the Ernie Miller Nature Center or at any of 22 other sites in the metro area beginning March 26. |
| New Spend a Day with 50 Plus event is March 25 |
| 03/02/2011 |
| A new special event being planned by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department promises a day of entertainment and a chance to see what 50 Plus centers have to offer. |
| Wii® Games and More with the Kiddos is March 15 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 02/25/2011 |
| Grandparents can take advantage of spring break week to participate with their grandkids in a special event being presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District on March 15 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| St. Patrick's Day-themed 50 Plus day trip to local Irish community set for March 15 |
| 02/25/2011 |
| Get in the spirit of St. Patrick's Day by taking part in a day trip to the local Irish community through a day trip being offered in mid-March by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Spring Break Splash Bash for all ages planned on March 18 at RPAC |
| 02/25/2011 |
| A Spring Break Splash Bash for all ages is being planned for March 18 at the covered Roeland Park Aquatics Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park, by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Spring Break Volleyball camp for grades 3-8 begins March 14 |
| 02/25/2011 |
| Providing boys and girls in grades three through eight with basic skills in the game of volleyball is the goal of a Spring Break Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Squaw Creek Birdwatching trip offered on March 12 |
| 02/17/2011 |
| Join the Johnson County Park & Recreation District for a late winter birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, March 12. The trip will depart from the north side of Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch Road, Merriam, at 8 a.m. and return around 3:30 p.m. |
| Spring Fling Fun offers nature-related activities during spring break, March 14-18 |
| 02/17/2011 |
| Bored during Spring Break Week? Bring your family and friends to Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, for a fun and educational program which will be presented twice each day. |
| Spring Break Trout Stocking set for March 11 |
| 02/17/2011 |
| An additional 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be released into two Johnson County Park & Recreation District lakes during a supplemental stocking in mid-March. |
| New Spring Break Geocaching Event is March 12 at Antioch Park |
| 02/17/2011 |
| A modern day scavenger hunt is a great way to keep the kids busy for part of Spring Break and the subject of a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| 50 Plus plans fifth-annual Men's Follies at JCCC on March 13 |
| 02/17/2011 |
| Talented men who can wow the crowd with their singing, dancing, and comedy talents are being sought for the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department's fifth annual Mens Follies coming up on Sunday, March 13. |
| Women's Run & Reflect program begins March 7 |
| 02/11/2011 |
| Providing an opportunity for women to nourish both body and mind is the aim of a walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Wicketball program for all ages begins March 8 in Shawnee Mission Park |
| 02/11/2011 |
| Are you ready for a fun, new sport that you can play with your whole family? A program called Wicketball being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District could be for you. |
| New March 5 event at Ernie Miller Nature Center celebrates girl scout founder |
| 02/11/2011 |
| Through an interpretive presentation, come meet a woman who loved adventure and nature and believed the radical notion that girls should go camping. A new special event planned at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Saturday, March 5, will celebrate the life of Juliette Gordon Low, founder of the Girl Scouts. |
| JCPRD summer park hours begin March 1 |
| 02/09/2011 |
| Summer hours of 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. go into effect March 1 for many Johnson County Park & Recreation District parks. These summer hours will stay in effect through Oct. 31. |
| Five home school arts-related classes offered in early March |
| 02/09/2011 |
| Five home school arts-related classes for youth are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District and are meant to expand and supplement home schooling efforts. |
| Indoor Walking Club for 50 Plus begins March 1 |
| 02/09/2011 |
| Twice weekly indoor walks are being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions begins March 2 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 02/09/2011 |
| A new season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any or all of the ten sessions scheduled between March 2 and July 20. |
| March 3 is deadline for 22nd annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball Tournament |
| 02/09/2011 |
| March 3 is the deadline for teams wishing to register for the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 22nd Annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball Tournament, which will take place on March 12 at the Roeland Park Sports Dome, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Be a part of annual national bird count at Free Great Backyard Bird on Feb. 19 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 02/01/2011 |
| Love to watch birds? Stop by for 15 minutes or sit a spell during a free public birding event which will take place at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Saturday, Feb. 19. This will be the fourth time the local nature center is participating in the nationwide birding event, which is now in its 14th year. |
| Two youth basketball clinics begin Feb. 20 |
| 02/01/2011 |
| Separate youth All-Star and Pro-Style Basketball clinics are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in late February. Both programs will take place at 68's Inside Sports Fitness Facility, 11301 W. 88th St., Overland Park. |
| Mad Science® Crazy Chemistry program for youth is Feb. 21 |
| 02/01/2011 |
| Investigate the chemical reactions going on all around us every day during a Mad Science® program for youth being offered on Presidents' Day by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Learn to Swim classes for youth offered beginning Feb. 21 |
| 02/01/2011 |
| The next session of Learn to Swim Classes for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District begin on Feb. 21 at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| George Schlagel is 2011 chair of Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District |
| 02/01/2011 |
| Maintaining services as the economy starts to recover is one of the biggest challenges the 2011 chair of the Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District sees ahead. |
| Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Maasen Receives KRPA Distinguished Fellow Award |
| 02/01/2011 |
| Johnson County Park & Recreation District Superintendent of Parks and Golf Courses Bill Maasen is set to be honored with the Kansas Park and Recreation Association's Distinguished Professional Award. |
| Computer Animation Studio class for youth begins Feb. 19 |
| 02/01/2011 |
| Youth who like animation and animated movies will enjoy a class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in mid-February. |
| New Wii® Games and More with the Kiddos is Feb. 8 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 01/20/2011 |
| Grandparents can take advantage of an early dismissal day from school to participate with their grandkids in a new special event begin presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District on Feb. 8 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Learn about Fundraising Benefit Auctions through new program on Feb. 9 |
| 01/20/2011 |
| If you are part of a charity group considering conducting a charity auction as a fundraising effort, a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District may be able to help. |
| New Edible Arts program offered for ages 3-5 beginning Feb. 7 |
| 01/20/2011 |
| Young children are urged to bring their taste buds and a sense of adventure to a new program called Edible Arts being offered in Gardner in early February by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Sunday Family Series afternoon nature programs offered in February at Ernie Miller Nature Center, Olathe |
| 01/20/2011 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in February for Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs for educational and entertaining programs. The programs begin at 2 p.m. and last about an hour and are designed for all ages. A charge of $2.75 per person, payable at the site, helps cover the cost of the programs; children under two are free. |
| Lifeguard Instructor Training offered at RPAC beginning Feb. 11 |
| 01/20/2011 |
| Lifeguard instructor training classes are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early February at the Roeland Park Aquatics Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| KC Water Polo Team for ages 15 and older begins Feb. 7 |
| 01/20/2011 |
| A Water Polo Team for ages 15 and older is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning Feb. 7. |
| Expectant and New Moms Wellness program begins Feb. 1 |
| 01/07/2011 |
| Helping expectant and new moms learn about healthy weight management and lose their baby weight is the goal of a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early February. |
| Youth Wolverine sports conditioning program begins Feb. 1 |
| 01/07/2011 |
| Helping youth prepare for sports is the aim of a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early July. |
| Performance & Agility Training program offered for ages 10-18 starting Jan. 31 |
| 01/07/2011 |
| Youth ages 10 to 18 can prepare and maintain speed and agility for any upcoming sports season through a program called Performance & Agility Training (PAT) being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Six home school arts-related classes offered in late January |
| 01/03/2011 |
| Six home school arts-related classes for youth are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District and are meant to expand and supplement home schooling efforts. |
| Ballroom, Swing, and Country Dance classes offered for adults in late January |
| 01/03/2011 |
| Three different dance classes for adults are being offered beginning in late January by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. The classes are: Ballroom Dance, Swing Dance, and Country Line Dance. All three classes are for adults 16 and older and will take place at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. Search for the keyword |
| New Mid-Winter Art Fair at Roeland Park Community Center is Jan. 22 |
| 01/03/2011 |
| Drop by the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park, for a new Mid-Winter Art Fair being presented on Jan. 22 by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District’s Fine Arts Department. |
| New Altered Art classes offered for youth and adults |
| 12/22/2010 |
| Altered Art is the name of separate classes which will show youth and adults how to create art from recycled objects being offered in mid-January by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Yoga For Nature Lovers offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center starting Jan. 13 |
| 12/22/2010 |
| A beginning adult yoga class featuring gentle movements to soothing music is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Chef 101 program offered for young cooks beginning Jan. 15 |
| 12/22/2010 |
| Youth ages six to ten can learn to cook or bake through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Potter's Delight adult beginning pottery class begins Jan. 19 |
| 12/22/2010 |
| Create original pottery, both functional and fun, in Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Potter's Delight Beginning Pottery class for adults 16 and older. Participants will learn creative design concepts, hand-building techniques, and wheel-throwing. |
| Two youth basketball clinics begin Jan. 7 & 9 |
| 12/15/2010 |
| Separate youth Rookie and Pro-Style Basketball clinics are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early January. Both programs will take place at 68's Inside Sports Fitness Facility, 11301 W. 88th St., Overland Park. |
| Itty Biddy & Biddy Basketball programs offered in early January |
| 12/15/2010 |
| Three instructional basketball programs for young children are being offered in early January by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. The programs are: Itty Biddy Basketball Clinic for boys and girls age four with a parent, Biddy Basketball Clinic for girls and boys ages five to eight, and Biddy Basketball Advanced Clinic for ages seven to nine. All three programs begin Saturday, Jan. 8. |
| Itty Biddy Soccer Clinic offered in early January |
| 12/15/2010 |
| A program meant to teach young children the basics of soccer is being offered in early January by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Winter Season of Animal Tales Storytime continues on Jan. 5 & 19 |
| 12/15/2010 |
| The winter season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions will continue during January at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn at either or both of the sessions on Jan. 5 and 19. |
| Winter Fun Series for ages 4& 5 at continues on Jan. 8 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 12/15/2010 |
| Young children can come experience a Teddy Bear Picnic when the Winter Fun Series continues in early January at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Mad Science® Hands on Science for Ages 4-6 begins Jan. 8 |
| 12/15/2010 |
| A series of fun science sessions for young children is being offered this winter by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in conjunction with Mad Science®, a private science education firm. |
| Winter Break Volleyball camp offered for grades 3-8 |
| 12/10/2010 |
| Providing boys and girls in grades three through eight with basic skills in the game of volleyball is the goal of a Winter Break Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Weight Loss Challenge program offers three sessions beginning in early January |
| 12/10/2010 |
| Helping participants live healthy lives with vitality and energy by providing useful information and the incentive of cash prizes is the goal of a Weight Loss Challenge program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early January. |
| KC Water Polo Team for ages 15 and older begins Jan. 3 |
| 12/10/2010 |
| A Water Polo Team for ages 15 and older is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning Jan. 3. |
| Fitness Boot Camp program offered for adults beginning Jan. 3 |
| 12/10/2010 |
| Whether you are in great shape looking for a new challenge or wanting to shed a few pounds, a program for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| Let's Get Messy program offered for ages 3-5 beginning Jan. 3 |
| 12/10/2010 |
| Young children have the opportunity to be creative and very messy during a workshop called Let's Get Messy being offered in Gardner in early January by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Culling of deer in Shawnee Mission Park could begin this week |
| 12/09/2010 |
| Law enforcement sharpshooters could begin culling up to 33 deer from the herd in Shawnee Mission Park this week in a police operation that may continue through January. The specific dates of the operation will not be made public, but notice will be given once it has been completed. |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center offers special open swim times for holidays |
| 12/03/2010 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will offer expanded open swim hours during the holiday break this year. |
| Johnson County Park & Recreation District to recycle Christmas Trees at three locations |
| 12/03/2010 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District will again be accepting post-holiday contributions of discarded natural Christmas trees at three locations. |
| Variety of aquatics programs offered during Winter Water Wonderland starting Dec. 27 |
| 12/03/2010 |
| The warm days of summer may seem a long way off, but winter break is a perfect time to start preparing and a series of programs being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District during the week of Dec. 28 can help. |
| New Winter Solstice Celebration is Dec. 18 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/24/2010 |
| Take a break from the busy holiday festivities and preparations to celebrate an ancient rite at a new special event called the Winter Solstice Celebration planned for Dec. 18 at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center. This program is for all ages. |
| Preschool Winter Camps begin Dec. 20 & 27 |
| 11/24/2010 |
| Give your kids a break from the winter blues with a preschool enrichment camp being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District on the weeks before and after Christmas. |
| Mad Science® NASA Winter Break Camp for ages 6-12 takes place on Dec. 21-23 |
| 11/24/2010 |
| From the Earth's atmosphere to the outer reaches of the solar system, a new hands-on winter break camp program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in conjunction with Mad Science®, a private science education firm, will send children on a quest for exploration. |
| Kickboxing fitness class offered at ATC for adults |
| 11/24/2010 |
| If you are looking for a high-energy workout that will get your body into shape, a punch card Kickboxing Class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at its Athletic Training Center, 9301 W. 73rd St., Merriam, can help. |
| Four baseball camps offered in late December for ages 7-14 |
| 11/24/2010 |
| Baseball skills are the focus when four separate baseball camps for ages seven through 14 are offered in late December by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. The Camps are: Baseball/ Softball Catchers Camp, Baseball Hitting Camp, Baseball Pitching Camp, and Baseball Holiday All Skills Camp. All camps are taught by professional instructors. |
| New Winter Wonderland craft class offered in Gardner beginning Dec. 6 |
| 11/17/2010 |
| Young children can create many wild winter craft projects during a new program being offered in Gardner by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Free New Horizons Band Concert set for Wednesday Dec. 8, at UMKC's Performing Arts Center |
| 11/17/2010 |
| A free concert by the New Horizons Band is set for 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Dec. 8, at the University of Missouri - Kansas City Performing Arts Center, 2464 Charlotte St, Kansas City, Mo, 64108. |
| 50 Plus plans Holiday Pot Luck and White Elephant party at Olathe 50 Plus Center on Dec. 6 |
| 11/17/2010 |
| Join the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department for a Holiday Pot Luck and White Elephant party on Dec. 6 at the Olathe Millcreek 50 Plus Center, 311 E. Park, Olathe. |
| New Aqua School home school swim classes offered in early December |
| 11/17/2010 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District has teamed with Great Plains Diving and the Kansas City Blazers Swim Team to present Aqua School, a series of three water activities programs specially designed for homeschool students. |
| Breakfast With Santa for ages 3-5 offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center on Dec. 11 |
| 11/17/2010 |
| Children three to five can bring a parent and enjoy a morning meal followed by a visit with Santa during a program called Breakfast With Santa being presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Letters From Santa offered through Dec. 13 by Overland Park 50 Plus program |
| 11/17/2010 |
| Personalized letters from Santa are available through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District’s 50 Plus Department. |
| New adult Sculpture class begins Dec. 6 |
| 11/12/2010 |
| Create sculpture from just about anything during a new program for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Nutcracker Dancers class offered for ages 3 1/2-6 on Dec. 4 |
| 11/12/2010 |
| The Nutcracker Ballet with its famous music by Peter Llyich Tchaikovsky is a holiday favorite of little girls. The Nutcracker's story and beautiful music is being incorporated into a fun single-session dance class for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early December. |
| Johnson County Park & Recreation District plans Firewood Sale on Dec. 4 at The Theatre in the Park |
| 11/12/2010 |
| Throughout the year, Johnson County Park & Recreation District park maintenance staff trim branches and remove dead trees from District parks. |
| Winter Fun Series for ages 4 & 5 at Ernie Miller Nature Center kicks off with Gifts for the Animals Program on Dec. 4 |
| 11/12/2010 |
| Gifts for wildlife are the theme of the first in a series of three programs for young children being offered during December, January, and February at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Breakfast with Santa for all ages is Dec. 4 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 11/12/2010 |
| Gather your family and friends for a festive holiday morning during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Playground at Stoll Park to be closed Nov. 20 & 21 for boy scout service project |
| 11/05/2010 |
| The playground at Thomas S. Stoll Memorial Park, 12500 W. 119th, Overland Park, will be closed on Saturday, Nov. 20, and Sunday, Nov. 21, for improvements being made as part of a boy scout service project, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| Portion of Mill Creek Streamway Park to be closed beginning Nov. 15 for wastewater project |
| 11/05/2010 |
| Beginning Nov. 15, a half-mile portion of the Gary L. Haller Trail in the Mill Creek Streamway Park in Shawnee will be closed for a project being completed by the Johnson County Wastewater Department, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| Breakfast with the Birds offered for 50 Plus at Ernie Miller Nature Center on Dec. 1 |
| 11/03/2010 |
| The serene atmosphere of the Ernie Miller Nature Center is the setting for a Breakfast with the Birds being planned for early December by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Six home school arts-related classes offered in early December |
| 11/03/2010 |
| Six home school arts-related classes for youth are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District and are meant to expand and supplement home schooling efforts. |
| Triathlon Training program offered for adults beginning Dec. 1 and 6 |
| 11/03/2010 |
| Training for a triathlon with a certified USA-T Level 1 coach through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Winter Season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions begins Dec. 1 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/03/2010 |
| A new season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any or all of the seven sessions scheduled between Dec. 1 and Feb. 16. |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center's Postlewait to receive NAI's Front-Line Interpreter Award |
| 11/03/2010 |
| Senior Park Naturalist Molly Postlewait will be the first Johnson County Park & Recreation District staff member to receive a national award from The National Association for Interpretation (NAI). |
| Donations of Animal Supplies Sought through Holidays for the Animals program at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/03/2010 |
| Individuals, families, and groups wanting to make a difference are invited to consider contributing a gift to the animals at the Ernie Miller Nature Center through a program called Holidays for the Animals. |
| Turkey Day Soccer camp for ages 3-5 & 6-11 is Nov. 26 |
| 11/03/2010 |
| A one-day Thanksgiving version of the nationally-acclaimed British Soccer Camp is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District the day after Thanksgiving. |
| Squaw Creek Fall Birdwatching Trip offered on Nov. 20 |
| 10/28/2010 |
| Almost as regular as the bird migrations its participants seek to observe is the offering each November of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's fall birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge. |
| Wildlife Presentations offered for groups by JCPRD Interpretive Staff |
| 10/28/2010 |
| Scouting and other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Winter can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. Arranged by appointment, the JCPRD Interpretive Staff is offering the following programs: Birds of Prey, Snakes Alive, and Wildlife Who's Who or Wildlife Webs. Perform a catalog search for the keyword |
| Tellabration 2010 Set for Nov. 20 At Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/28/2010 |
| Want to hear a good story? Come celebrate the International Day of Storytelling at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. This event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 20. The cost is $3 per person, including adults, paid at the site. |
| Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area to be closed for parts of Oct. 28 and Nov. 2 |
| 10/25/2010 |
| The Shawnee Mission Park Dog Off-Leash Area will be closed to the public for parts of Thursday, Oct. 28 and Thursday, Nov. 2, for trail improvements, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| Final Public Hayride offered on Nov. 7 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 10/20/2010 |
| The second of two public hayrides being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District this fall at Shawnee Mission Park will take place on Nov. 7. |
| 50 Plus, Johnson County Library, Plan Veterans Day Events on Nov. 10 |
| 10/20/2010 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department is again teaming with the city of Overland Park and the Johnson County Library to offer Veteran's Day activities on Nov. 10 at the Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty, Overland Park. |
| Experience An Evening on the Prairie at TimberRidge Adventure Center on Nov. 5 |
| 10/20/2010 |
| Experience the prairie on a fall evening through a program being offered in early November by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| JCPRD Winter Catalog available after Oct. 25 |
| 10/20/2010 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Winter Activities catalog will be available the week of Oct. 25. The quarterly publication lists more than 400 programs offered by the District from December through February and beyond. Winter offerings range from arts and crafts to sports to nature activities, and include leagues, classes, seminars, workshops and trips. Included are programs for toddlers through adults. |
| KC Water Polo Team for ages 14 and older begins Nov. 11 |
| 10/20/2010 |
| A Water Polo Team for ages 14 and older is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning Nov. 11. |
| Winter hours for JCPRD parks begin Nov. 1 |
| 10/13/2010 |
| Hours of operation for a number of Johnson County Park & Recreation District parks will change for the winter effective Nov. 1. |
| Digital Management class offered for adults beginning Nov. 3 |
| 10/13/2010 |
| If you have images and files stored on your computer and you don't know what to do with them, a computer class for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| Final two fall Storytime sessions are Nov. 3 and 17 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/13/2010 |
| Fall colors and Pilgrims are the subjects of the final two Animal Tales Storytime sessions planned this fall at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any of the sessions. |
| New Trick-or-Cache Geocaching Halloween special event is Oct. 30 at Antioch Park |
| 10/13/2010 |
| Learn how to use Global Positioning System (GPS) to track a cache in a fun, relaxed environment during a new Halloween-themed special event being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in late October |
| Two indoor youth soccer clinics begin Oct. 23 |
| 10/06/2010 |
| Boys and girls ages five to eight have the opportunity to participate in two separate six-week indoor soccer programs being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning Saturday, Oct. 23. For ages five to six, an Indoor Soccer Clinic is offered, while an Advanced Indoor Soccer Clinic is offered for ages seven and eight. Perform a catalog search for the keywords |
| JCPRD Children's Services Department conducting Halloween-themed canned goods drive Oct. 25-29 |
| 10/06/2010 |
| Students enrolled in the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 25 After School Programs will Trick-or-Treat for canned goods instead of candy again this year. On the Friday before Halloween, they will be going door to door, escorted by staff, into the neighborhoods around their schools to solicit donations for area food pantries. These kids want to do something to stop hunger. |
| Ernie Miller Park Owl Prowl offered on Oct. 29 & 30 |
| 10/06/2010 |
| Great horned, barred, and screech owls make their home in Ernie Miller Park. Come learn more about these fascinating birds during the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Park Owl Prowl offered on two different dates in late October. |
| Two day-long Mad Science® programs for youth set for Oct. 28 & 29 |
| 10/06/2010 |
| Two separate day-long science-themed programs for ages six through 12 are being offered in late October by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in conjunction with Mad Science®, a private science education firm. |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stocking set for Oct. 27 |
| 10/06/2010 |
| The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late October. |
| Mildale Farm Fall Fest set for Oct. 30 |
| 10/06/2010 |
| A Fall Fest being planned by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District for Oct. 30 will give members of the public an opportunity to explore the Mildale Farm property. |
| Big Bad Pumpkin Derby sponsored by Westlake Ace Hardware at Shawnee Mission Park returns for a third year on Oct. 23, is joined by new Canine Costume Contest |
| 09/30/2010 |
| Now back for its third year, the Big Bad Pumpkin Derby sponsored by Westlake Ace Hardware is a must-do fall happening for the spirited and fun-loving of all ages! This year, it is being joined by a new event called Big Bad Canine's Costume Contest. Both of these family-friendly events will take place on Saturday, Oct. 23, in the parking lot at The Theatre in the Park, which has its own entrance at 7710 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| Baby Signing Time I & II classes offered in October |
| 09/29/2010 |
| Increase your child's reading and communication abilities while alleviating their frustration through two classes being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Chef 102 program offered for young cooks beginning Oct. 16 |
| 09/29/2010 |
| Youth cooks ages six to ten can learn additional cooking and baking techniques through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| JCPRD 50 Plus plans New Women's Follies at JCCC on Oct. 17 |
| 09/29/2010 |
| After four years of presenting a late winter talent show for men, the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District is planning a fall event which will showcase the talents of local women. |
| Red Hat Hayride offered on Oct. 23 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 09/29/2010 |
| The fifth annual Red Hat Hayride will take place on Oct. 23 and will give participants a chance to take a scenic ride through Shawnee Mission Park, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| Haunted Kansas event, Jack-O-Lantern Contest Planned at Ernie Miller Park on Oct. 23 |
| 09/29/2010 |
| A chance to hear tales of long ago and to compete in a Jack-O-Lantern Contest will both be afforded through separate special events being presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at Ernie Miller Park on Oct. 23. |
| Itty Biddy & Biddy Basketball programs offered in late October |
| 09/29/2010 |
| Three instructional basketball programs for young children are being offered in October by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. The programs are: Itty Biddy Basketball Clinic for boys and girls age four with a parent, a Biddy Basketball Clinic for girls and boys ages five to eight, and a Biddy Basketball Advanced Clinic for ages seven to nine. All three programs begin Saturday, Oct. 23. |
| Mad Science® Crazy Chemistry program for youth is Oct. 16 |
| 09/22/2010 |
| Investigate the chemical reactions going on all around us every day during a Mad Science® program for youth being offered in mid-October by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Whimsical Woods Program planned at Ernie Miller Park on Oct. 9 |
| 09/22/2010 |
| There's nothing scary about a Halloween special event being offered at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park in mid-October. The program is called Whimsical Woods and is for ages 11 and younger accompanied by a parent or guardian. |
| New Roeland Park Green Day Festival is Oct. 9 at RPCC |
| 09/22/2010 |
| Fun activities and information about how to make your home more green are the focus of a new special event which will take place from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 9, at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Spook-N-Splash Pool Party for all ages planned on Oct. 15 |
| 09/22/2010 |
| A morning of scary swimming and frightening fun is planned on Oct. 15, when the Johnson County Park & Recreation District presents a Spook-N-Splash Pool Party at the Roeland Park Aquatics Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| New Journey with the Dinosaurs Day Trip for Youth is Oct. 15 |
| 09/22/2010 |
| Oct. 8 is the registration deadline for a new dinosaur-filled day trip for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in conjunction with Mad Science®, a private science education firm. |
| New Boys Athletic Dance class offered for ages 5-8 beginning in early October |
| 09/17/2010 |
| Boys ages five through eight can have fun in an energy-filled environment during a new dance class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Boxing Team offered for ages 10 and older beginning Oct. 5 |
| 09/17/2010 |
| A multigenerational Boxing Team for ages 10 and up is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early October. |
| Weight Management program for adults begins Oct. 4 & 6 |
| 09/17/2010 |
| Come learn the skills of weight management that can help you meet your weight loss goals without |
| Fall Season of Animal Tales Storytime continues on Oct. 6 & 20 |
| 09/17/2010 |
| The fall season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions will continue during October at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn at either or both of the sessions on Oct. 6 and 20. |
| Expectant and New Moms Wellness program begins Oct. 5 |
| 09/17/2010 |
| Helping expectant and new moms learn about healthy weight management and lose their baby weight is the goal of a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early October. |
| New Mad Science® Hands on Science for Ages 4-6 begins Oct. 2 |
| 09/09/2010 |
| A new series of fun science classes for young children is being offered this fall by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in conjunction with Mad Science®, a private science education firm. |
| New Mad Science® Rocket Camp for Ages 6-12 takes place on Oct. 4 |
| 09/09/2010 |
| Youth can take care of a no school day by participating in a first-ever Rocket Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in conjunction with Mad Science®, a private science education firm. |
| Parent & Child Night Hike offered on Oct. 1 & 15 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 09/09/2010 |
| An intergenerational program being offered in October at Ernie Miller Park allows children ages two to six with a parent or guardian to explore park trails as the sun sets. |
| Fitness Boot Camp program offered for adults beginning Oct. 4 |
| 09/09/2010 |
| Whether you are in great shape looking for a new challenge or wanting to shed a few pounds, a program for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| New Pressed Flower Note Cards program offered for adults beginning Sept. 30 |
| 09/09/2010 |
| Adults can learn to make pressed flower note cards through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in late September. |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center dome to be reinstalled Sept. 14-17 |
| 09/01/2010 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will be closed to the public for about four days for the annual reinstallation of the air-supported dome which makes the facility's main pool usable during the winter months. |
| New Grandpa Told Me creative writing class begins Sept. 22 |
| 09/01/2010 |
| Youth ages five to eight can learn about the life of a grandparent and use it as inspiration in a new creative writing class offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Composting Workshop for adults offered on Sept. 25 |
| 09/01/2010 |
| Learn how you can use this fall's leaves to enrich your soil through a new workshop being offered at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in late September. |
| New program for ages 5-12 with a parent is stepping stone to connecting with nature |
| 09/01/2010 |
| Parents are invited to join the national trend to connect their child to nature through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Second of two presentations of T.A.K.E. Self Defense Program on the Field at Kauffman Stadium this year is Sept. 25 |
| 09/01/2010 |
| The second of two presentations of The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Self Defense Seminars on the playing field at Kauffman Stadium during the Royals' 2010 season will take place on Sept. 25. The Kansas City Royals, 98.1 KUDL, and the Johnson County Park & Recreation District (JCPRD) have teamed to present this free program. |
| Public Hayride offered on Sept 26 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 09/01/2010 |
| In addition to fall hayrides for organized groups, the Johnson County Park & Recreation District each year offers opportunities for individuals and family members to enjoy the crisp autumn air from a tractor-drawn hayride without having to worry about reaching minimum numbers or placing a deposit. Advance registration is required. |
| New Baby Signing Time class offered for ages 3 months through three years with a parent |
| 08/25/2010 |
| Increase your child's reading and communication abilities while alleviating their frustration through a new class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| KC Water Polo Team for ages 14 and older begins Sept. 16 |
| 08/25/2010 |
| A Water Polo Team for ages 14 and older is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning Sept. 16. |
| Parent & Child Night Hike offered on Sept. 17& 24 and Oct. 1 & 15 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/25/2010 |
| An intergenerational program being offered in September and October at Ernie Miller Park allows children ages two to six with a parent or guardian to explore park trails as the sun sets. |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center plans 25th birthday celebration on Sept. 18 |
| 08/25/2010 |
| Whether you visit the Ernie Miller Nature Center often or have never been there, you're invited to take part in a free celebration of the facility's 25th birthday. For two and half decades, this has been a place for the young and young-at-heart to make memories, enjoy nature, and have fun. |
| First-ever Educator's Open House at Ernie Miller Nature Center is Sept. 18 |
| 08/25/2010 |
| For 25 years, the Ernie Miller Nature Center has been making memories for children and adults through field trips and outreach programs presented by award-winning park naturalists and park police officers of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Park Safety and Interpretive Division. |
| 2010 Fall Hayrides offered for organized groups at two parks |
| 08/25/2010 |
| Enjoy the crisp autumn air by taking a hayride through Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, or Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, Olathe. Organized hayrides for groups are available through the Johnson County Park & Recreation District and conclude with a warm campfire where apple cider and marshmallows await! |
| First Kicks Soccer program offered for ages 3-5 starting Sept. 11 |
| 08/20/2010 |
| A fun introduction to the basics of soccer is in store for youth ages three to five who participate in an early fall program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Old Settler's Day Pancake Breakfast is Sept. 11 at Olathe Mill Creek Center |
| 08/20/2010 |
| Celebrate the 112th anniversary of Olathe's Old Settlers Day on Sept. 11 with a pancake breakfast at the Mill Creek Center, 311 E. Park, Suite A. Olathe. |
| Clay Creations & Pottery Throwing classes for youth start Sept. 11 |
| 08/20/2010 |
| Two clay classes for youth are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning Sept. 11 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Wicketball program for all ages begins Sept. 7 in Shawnee Mission Park |
| 08/18/2010 |
| Are you ready for a fun, new sport that you can play with your whole family? A program called Wicketball being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District could be for you. |
| Yoga in Nature program offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center starting Sept. 9 |
| 08/18/2010 |
| Adults can relax and reflect while participating in yoga in a natural setting through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Multigenerational Intro to Grappling class begins Sept. 9 |
| 08/18/2010 |
| Teaching fundamental ground grappling and wrestling skills is the goal of a new class for youth and adults called Intro to Grappling, which is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early September. |
| New Little Cedar Theater class offered for ages 6-12 at Ernie Miller Nature Center starting Sept. 9 |
| 08/18/2010 |
| Aspiring young naturalists who love nature and enjoy sharing stories with family and friends will enjoy a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Patriot Golf Days are Sept. 3-6 at Heritage Park and Tomahawk Hills |
| 08/11/2010 |
| Golfers who come to Johnson County Park & Recreation District golf courses on the weekend of Sept. 3-6 will be asked to consider giving a donation to help ensure the future of families of wounded or fallen soldiers. |
| KC Symphony’s annual free “Pops in the Park” concert is Sept. 4 at The Theatre in the Park |
| 08/11/2010 |
| The Kansas City Symphony will present its Annual Labor Day Weekend |
| Off the Blocks swimming programs begin Sept. 7 & 9 |
| 08/11/2010 |
| Keeping in shape year-around is the goal of a swimming program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Belly Dance Aerobics class offered for adults beginning Sept. 7 |
| 08/11/2010 |
| Learn one of the most ancient dance forms of the Middle East as a new way to achieve physical fitness through a class for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Seal coat project planned at Kill Creek Streamway Park August 11 and 12 |
| 08/11/2010 |
| A segment of the Kill Creek Streamway Park Trail between 95th and 87th streets in De Soto is scheduled to be closed and seal coated on Wednesday, Aug. 11, and Thursday, Aug. 12. Weather permitting, the one-mile section of trial heading north from the trail access at 33460 W 95th Street will be temporarily closed during the seal coating process. |
| Mosaic Art class offered for adults beginning Sept. 2 |
| 08/11/2010 |
| Come create whimsical pieces of art during a new mosaic class for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Weight Loss Challenge program begins in late August and early September |
| 08/04/2010 |
| Helping participants live healthy lives with vitality and energy by providing useful information and the incentive of cash prizes is the goal of a Weight Loss Challenge program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in late August and early September. |
| Two new home school art classes offered beginning in early September |
| 08/04/2010 |
| Two new home art classes for youth are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District and are meant to expand and supplement home schooling efforts. |
| New driving range to open at Tomahawk Hills Golf Course |
| 08/04/2010 |
| A new driving range opened at the Tomahawk Hill Golf Course on July 31, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| Aug. 27 is registration deadline for Seventh-Annual 50 Plus Games of Greater Kansas City |
| 08/04/2010 |
| August 27 is the registration deadline for athletes interested in participating in the Seventh Annual 50 Plus Games of Greater Kansas City. Both seasoned athletes who have been competing for years and rookies ready to get off the couch are welcome, as are volunteers looking for a great place to invest some of their time. This year's games will take place from Thursday, Sept. 9 through Sunday, Sept. 12 at locations throughout the Kansas City area. |
| Fall Season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions begins Sept. 1 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 08/04/2010 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any or all of the seven sessions scheduled between Sept. 1 and Nov. 17. |
| Scott McDonald Jazz Quartet to be featured during free concert Aug. 22 |
| 07/29/2010 |
| The Scott McDonald Jazz Quartet will present the third of four free concerts being presented this year at Shawnee Heartland Assisted Living, 16207 Midland Drive Shawnee. |
| Cars in the Park on Aug. 21 benefits Special Olympians |
| 07/29/2010 |
| Do you own a unique vehicle you'd like to show off? The Johnson County Park & Recreation District's second annual Cars in the Park car show planned for Aug. 21 at The Theatre in the Park in Shawnee Mission Park, 7710 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa, could be your opportunity. |
| Final two Overnight Fishing Opportunities of the summer are Aug. 21 and 28 |
| 07/29/2010 |
| The second of two overnight fishing opportunities planned this summer at Kill Creek Park Lake and the fourth of four at Shawnee Mission Park Lake are planned in late August. |
| Art Fest deadline nears for Johnson County artists |
| 07/22/2010 |
| The deadline for Johnson County artists to submit entries for Art Fest 2010 is Aug. 5. The sixth annual exhibition will be hosted at the Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe from Oct. 31 through Nov. 21. |
| JCPRD Board approves bid, permanent name for new indoor sports facility |
| 07/22/2010 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District's new indoor sports facility currently being developed near Gardner now has both a general contractor and a permanent name. |
| Deadline approaching for Summer Swing Softball Tournament |
| 07/22/2010 |
| Aug. 13 is the final deadline for registering teams for the Summer Swing Softball Tournament being planned by the 50 Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| JCPRD beaches and marinas closing soon |
| 07/22/2010 |
| The summer season for two beaches and three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District is quickly winding down. The facilities include: The Shawnee Mission Park Beach and Shawnee Mission Park Marina, both located in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa; Kill Creek Park Beach and Marina, 11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe; and Heritage Park Marina, located in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm, Olathe. |
| Dodgeball Camp offered for ages 8 to 18 beginning Aug. 9 |
| 07/22/2010 |
| Remember playing dodgeball in grade school? The Johnson County Park & Recreation District is now offering a Dodgeball Tournament program for adults. |
| Grillin’ and Chillin’ With the Grandkids program offered at RPCC on Aug. 13 |
| 07/22/2010 |
| Grandparents can have some summertime fun with their grandchildren during an intergenerational program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Mad Science® Dry Ice Capades program for ages 6-12 and a grandparent is Aug. 14 |
| 07/22/2010 |
| Probe the shifting states of matter, observe melted and resolidified metal, and use dry ice to explore properties of matter during at extreme temperatures a new Mad Science® special event being offered in mid-August by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Adventures in Geocaching program is Aug. 14 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 07/22/2010 |
| Be active and explore a local park while learning something new during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| KC Blazers announce hiring of another Olympic caliber coach |
| 07/15/2010 |
| The Kansas City Blazers swim team is pleased to announce the hiring of Gardner Howland as its next head coach. Howland will join the team on August 23. |
| Mind & Body Coordination class offered for youth and adults beginning Aug. 4 |
| 07/14/2010 |
| Learn how to stay relaxed in stressful times and keep from getting tense in everyday life through a martial arts class for youth and adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| JCPRD Fall Activities Catalog available after July 26 |
| 07/14/2010 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Fall Activities catalog will be available after July 26. The quarterly publication lists more than 500 programs offered by the District from September through November and beyond, plus fall special events including , the Kids Klassic Run, Kansas Pioneer Girl Day, the Big Bad Pumpkin Race, the Mildale Farm Fall Fest, and more. Fall offerings range from arts and crafts to sports to nature activities and include leagues, classes, seminars, workshops |
| Sailing I class offered for adults beginning Aug. 3 |
| 07/14/2010 |
| Learn the basic skills of sailing through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New It's Your Life - Write It event is July 30 at RPCC |
| 07/09/2010 |
| Seize the day and start writing your life story now! That's the message author Roland Love will present during a new special event being planned by 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Next Great American Family Campout is July 31 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 07/09/2010 |
| What could be better than a family campout right here in Johnson County? A program being offered by the Children's Services Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District will give participants a rare opportunity to sleep under the stars in Shawnee Mission Park and participate in other outdoor activities. |
| New Adventures in Geocaching program is July 31 at Antioch Park |
| 07/09/2010 |
| Be active and explore a local park while learning something new during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Sailing Society to conduct “Come Sail With Us” event on July 31 |
| 07/09/2010 |
| All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on Saturday, July 31, at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| Women's Run & Reflect program begins Aug. 2 |
| 07/09/2010 |
| Providing an opportunity for women to nourish both body and soul is the aim of a walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Boxing Amateur Competitive Team offered for ages 10 and older beginning Aug. 24 |
| 07/09/2010 |
| A boxing team for youth is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in late August. |
| Third Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2010 at Shawnee Mission Park is July 24 |
| 06/30/2010 |
| The third of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2010 will take place on July 24. After 11 p.m. on that date, the park will be open strictly for fishing only and park police officers will be on duty throughout the night. |
| Challenger British Half Day Soccer program offered for ages 7-12 starting July 26 |
| 06/30/2010 |
| Youth ages seven to 12 can learn the latest soccer moves from a team of professional soccer British coaches during a sports camp program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in late July. |
| July 23 is initial entry deadline for 3rd annual Olathe Medical Center Women's Triathlon |
| 06/30/2010 |
| July 23 is the initial entry deadline for the third -annual Olathe Medical Center Women's Triathlon, which will take place on Saturday, Sept. 11, at Kill Creek Park, 11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe. |
| New On Stage with Cinderella and the Prince at The Theatre in the Park on July 24 |
| 06/30/2010 |
| Youngsters can get on stage and waltz with Cinderella and the Prince during a special event at The Theatre in the Park on July 24. |
| Clay Creations & Pottery Throwing classes for youth start July 24 |
| 06/30/2010 |
| Two clay classes for youth are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning July 24 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| New Modern Dance class offered for youth beginning July 24 |
| 06/30/2010 |
| Youth can learn to express themselves creatively through music and dance movement during a new class being offered in late July by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Red Hat Night set for The Theatre in the Park's July 16 performance of |
| 06/23/2010 |
| An organized evening outing of Red Hat sisters to a performance of |
| British Sports Camp offered for youth beginning July 19 |
| 06/23/2010 |
| Youth ages six to 13 are invited to attended a sports camp with a difference! Participants in a British Sports Camp can spend three hours a day packed with a great mix of traditional sports from the British Isles during this program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Beginning Adult/Teen Swim Instruction offered beginning July 19 |
| 06/23/2010 |
| Adults who want to become safe in or around the water can do so through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Flag Football Camp offered for boys starting July 19 |
| 06/23/2010 |
| July 14 is the registration deadline for a Flag Football Camp being offered by boys in grades one through six by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Creative Writing program offered for youth starting July 19 |
| 06/23/2010 |
| Encouraging youngsters to write for fun, not for a grade is the aim of a new program being offered this summer by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Afternoon Artists program offered for ages 6-10 starting July 20 |
| 06/23/2010 |
| Hot summer afternoons are a good time to do quiet indoor projects and children ages six to 10 will have a chance to do just that during a program called Afternoon Artists being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Century Fieldhouse proposed as permanent name for JCPRD's new indoor sports facility |
| 06/18/2010 |
| A temporary name Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials have been using to refer to an indoor sports facility currently being developed for an early 2011 opening near Gardner is now being proposed as the building's permanent name, and the public now has an opportunity to weigh in on the naming as well. |
| New High School Theater dance class offered for ages 7-12 beginning July 6 |
| 06/18/2010 |
| Students will study basic musical theater dance technique during a new class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Sailing I class offered for adults beginning July 6 |
| 06/18/2010 |
| Learn the basic skills of sailing through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Summer Conditioning Clinic for ages 9-14 begins July 6 |
| 06/18/2010 |
| Middle school boys and girls who want to work on athletic performance over the summer can benefit from a camp being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Two new volleyball clinics begin July 6 & 8 |
| 06/18/2010 |
| Separate youth Rookie and Pro-Style Volleyball clinics are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early July. Both programs will take place at 68's Inside Sports Warehouse, 9111 Flint, Overland Park. |
| Summer Season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions continue on July 7 & 21 |
| 06/18/2010 |
| The summer season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions will continue during July at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn at either or both of the sessions on July 7 and 21. |
| Beginning Archery Program offered for ages 8 - 12 starting July 13 |
| 06/18/2010 |
| Youth ages eight to 12 can experience the challenging sport of archery in a coed class designed for beginners being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Sailing II class offered for adults starting July 13 |
| 06/18/2010 |
| Intermediate skills for sailing will be covered through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. The class is called Sailing II and is for ages 18 and older. |
| Two new youth football clinics begin July 8 |
| 06/18/2010 |
| Separate youth Rookie and Pro-Style Football clinics are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early July. Both programs will take place at 68's Inside Sports Warehouse, 9111 Flint, Overland Park. Perform a catalog search for the keyword |
| Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater Programs for July |
| 06/18/2010 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater on Friday evenings during July for educational and entertaining programs. The programs begin at 7 p.m., last about an hour, and are designed for all ages. A charge of $2.50 per person helps cover the cost of the programs; children under two are free. Perform a catalog search for the keywords |
| Bubble Makers and Airplane Excitement program is July 13 |
| 06/18/2010 |
| Paper Airplanes and Soap Bubbles are two favorite outdoor summer activities and the topics of a program for youth being presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District |
| Northernmost portion of Mill Creek Streamway Park closed due to storm damage |
| 06/17/2010 |
| Due to extensive bank erosion experienced as a result of weekend storms, a portion of a popular hiking and biking trail will be closed for an extended period of time for repairs, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| T-Ball Program offered for age 4 beginning July 5 |
| 06/11/2010 |
| Helping parents teach young children the developmental skills needed for baseball is the aim of an instructional program starting in early July. |
| JCPRD Basketball Camp for grades K-8 begins June 28 |
| 06/11/2010 |
| Registrations are now being taken for a Basketball Camp for boys and girls in grades kindergarten through eight being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in late June. |
| Belly Dance Aerobics class offered for adults beginning July 1 |
| 06/11/2010 |
| Learn one of the most ancient dance forms of the Middle East as a new way to achieve physical fitness through a class for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Splash 4 Cash Event for Youth is July 4 at Roeland Park Aquatic Center |
| 06/11/2010 |
| Splash 4 Cash is the name of a special event for youth planned for July 4 at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center (RPAC), 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Women's Run & Reflect program begins July 5 |
| 06/11/2010 |
| Providing an opportunity for women to nourish both body and soul is the aim of a walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Weight Management program begins July 5 & 7 |
| 06/11/2010 |
| Come learn the skills of weight management that can help you meet your weight loss goals without |
| Outer Space Fantasy program offered for youth starting June 24 |
| 06/02/2010 |
| Youth who want to be an astronaut and travel to Mars will enjoy a new summer art program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Great American Family Campout is June 26 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 06/02/2010 |
| What could be better than a family campout right here in Johnson County? A program being offered by the Children's Services Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District will give participants a rare opportunity to sleep under the stars in Shawnee Mission Park and participate in other outdoor activities. |
| New Boxing Amateur Competitive Team offered for ages 10 and older beginning June 22 |
| 06/02/2010 |
| A new boxing team for youth is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in late June. |
| JCPRD Special Olympics & Feed the Need Golf Tournament is June 18 at Heritage Park Golf Course |
| 05/27/2010 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District will host a golf tournament benefitting JCPRD Special Olympics and the Johnson County Feed the Need programs on Friday, June 18, at the Heritage Park Golf Course, 16445 South Lackman Road, Olathe. |
| Seventh-Annual Paws in the Park Dog event is June 19 at Shawnee Mission Park Beach |
| 05/27/2010 |
| Dog lovers can come enjoy a day at the beach with their pooch during the seventh-annual Paws in the Park Dog Festival on June 19 at the Shawnee Mission Park Beach, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| First Overnight Fishing Opportunity at Kill Creek Park is June 19, second at Shawnee Mission Park is June 26 |
| 05/27/2010 |
| The first of two overnight fishing opportunities planned this summer at Kill Creek Park Lake and the second of four at Shawnee Mission Park Lake are planned in late June. |
| Track and Field Clinic offered for youth at BVHS beginning June 21 |
| 05/27/2010 |
| Instruction in track and field events is offered to youth through a Track and Field Clinic being presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in late June. |
| John P. Miller is newest JCPRD Board Member |
| 05/21/2010 |
| Planning for the future is one of the most important roles that the Johnson County Park & Recreation District Board plays, says the body’s newest member. |
| 35th Infantry Division Band to launch free concert series on June 13 |
| 05/19/2010 |
| The Kansas Army National Guard Band will present the first of four free concerts being presented this year at Shawnee Heartland Assisted Living, 16207 Midland Drive Shawnee. |
| New Beginning Needlework Basics class for adults starts June 14 |
| 05/19/2010 |
| Are you interested in starting a new hobby of needlework. A new adult program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help by exposing students to instruction in several forms of needlecraft. |
| Girls & Boys Volleyball Camp offered for grades 3-9 starting June 14 |
| 05/19/2010 |
| Providing boys and girls in grades three through nine with basic theories utilized in the game of power volleyball is the goal of a Girls & Boys Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in mid-June. |
| Afternoon Artists Program offered for youth starting June 15 |
| 05/19/2010 |
| Hot summer afternoons are a good time to do quiet indoor projects and children ages six to 10 will have a chance to do just that during a program called Afternoon Artists being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Bubble Makers and Airplane Excitement program is June 8 |
| 05/14/2010 |
| Paper Airplanes and Soap Bubbles are two favorite outdoor summer activities and the topics of a program for youth being presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District |
| June 9 is registration deadline for Jayhawk Baseball Camp |
| 05/14/2010 |
| Boys entering grades one through six during the 2010-11 school year are invited to participate in a Jayhawk Baseball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. The registration deadline for this year's camp is June 9. |
| Summer Season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions begins June 9 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 05/14/2010 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any or all of the four sessions scheduled between June 9 and July 21. |
| Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater programs offered on June 11, 18, and 25 |
| 05/14/2010 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater on Friday evenings during June for educational and entertaining programs. The programs last about an hour and are designed for all ages. Programs begin at 7 p.m. A charge of $2.50 per person helps cover the cost of the programs; children under two are free. Perform a catalog search for the keywords |
| Performance and Agility Training for youth offered beginning June 7 |
| 05/14/2010 |
| Improving sports performance and staying active are the goals of a Power and Agility Training (PAT) program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Enjoy a “staycation” in Shawnee Mission Park with “A Day in the Park” on June 5 |
| 05/12/2010 |
| Members of the public are invited to take part in a number of free activities being planned as part of a new special event called A Day in the Park, which will take place on June 5 at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| Free National Trails Day Celebration planned at Leawood's Tomahawk South Park on June 5 |
| 05/12/2010 |
| Celebrate National Trails Day with an invigorating walk on one of Leawood's scenic trails during an event for all ages being presented by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District on June 5. |
| Annual Free Fishing Weekend at JCPRD parks is June 5 & 6 |
| 05/12/2010 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District has established the weekend of Saturday, June 5, and Sunday, June 6 as the annual Free Fishing Weekend in District parks. This will coincide with the state of Kansas' |
| Stingrays Summer Swim Team for youth begins June 7 |
| 05/12/2010 |
| Youth of all ability levels are invited to join a summer league swim team based at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Women's Run & Reflect program begins June 7 |
| 05/12/2010 |
| Providing an opportunity for women to nourish both body and soul is the aim of a walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Expectant and New Moms Wellness program begins June 1 |
| 05/05/2010 |
| Helping expectant and new moms learn about healthy weight management and lose their baby weight is the goal of a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early June. |
| New Weight Loss Challenge begins in early June |
| 05/05/2010 |
| Helping participants live healthy lives with vitality and energy by providing useful information and the incentive of cash prizes is the goal of a new Weight Loss Challenge program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early June. |
| Sailing I class offered for adults beginning June 1 |
| 05/05/2010 |
| Learn the basic skills of sailing through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| KC Water Polo program for ages 15 and older begins June 3 |
| 05/05/2010 |
| A Water Polo program for ages 15 and older is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning June 3 at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| First Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2010 at Shawnee Mission Park is May 22 |
| 04/30/2010 |
| The first of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2010 will take place on May 22. |
| Sailing Society to conduct first of two “Come Sail With Us” events on May 22 |
| 04/30/2010 |
| All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on Saturday, May 22, at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| Three upcoming nature and science camps still have space available |
| 04/30/2010 |
| Space is still available in three nature and science camps being offered this summer by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| 13th Annual In Step and In Shape Walk & Health Expo is May 26 |
| 04/30/2010 |
| Join a celebration of good health and fitness for mature active adults when the Johnson County Park & Recreation District presents its 15th annual In Step and In Shape Walk and Health Expo on May 26. |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center to close for summer preparations |
| 04/30/2010 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will close to the public for portions of three weeks as annual preparations are made for the facility's summer season. |
| Northeast Pool SuperPass offered again for 2010 |
| 04/30/2010 |
| Residents of Fairway, Leawood, Merriam, Mission, Prairie Village, or Roeland Park who purchase a resident membership at their city’s pool can also purchase a “Northeast Super Pool Pass,” permitting entry into the pools in the other five cities. |
| Shawnee Mission Park Marina open weekends beginning April 24 & 25 |
| 04/22/2010 |
| The Shawnee Mission Park Marina is scheduled to operate on the weekends of April 24 and 25, May 1 and 2, May 8 and 9, May 15 and 16, and May 22 and 23 prior to opening daily for the summer season beginning May 29. |
| JCPRD Summer Catalog available after April 26 |
| 04/21/2010 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Summer ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of April 26. The free quarterly publication lists more than 500 programs offered by the District from June through August and beyond. |
| Family Kayak Lessons offered on May 11 & 12 At Shawnee Mission Park |
| 04/21/2010 |
| Learn the basics of flatwater kayaking through an introductory workshop being offered twice in mid-May at Shawnee Mission Park by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Summertime Arts & Craft Show is May 15 in Antioch Park |
| 04/21/2010 |
| The Summertime Arts and Craft Show is one highlight of a fun-filled day which annually attracts people from all over the Kansas City metropolitan area to Antioch Park in mid-May. This event, which is conducted by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District, will take place on May 15 in conjunction with the City of Merriam's Turkey Creek Festival. Both the festival and the craft show will take place Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch Road, Merriam. |
| May 21 is initial deadline for Shawnee Mission Triathlon |
| 04/21/2010 |
| May 21 is the initial deadline for the 26th Annual Shawnee Mission Triathlon. The event will take place Sunday, July 11, in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Entries will be limited to the first 700 entries. The event typically fills two weeks prior to race day. As a result of this event, Shawnee Mission Park will not open for public use until noon on this date. |
| KC Wildlands sets May 8 Workday at Ernie Miller Park |
| 04/15/2010 |
| A prairie remnant at Ernie Miller Park is one of three sites for community restoration work which will take place during a Kansas City Wildlands workday planned from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 8. |
| Adults only tree climbing program offered at Shawnee Mission Park on May 8 |
| 04/15/2010 |
| An adults-only session of a popular Introduction to Tree Climbing program is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early May. |
| First of two presentations of T.A.K.E. Self Defense Program on the Field at Kauffman Stadium is May 1 |
| 04/15/2010 |
| The first of two presentations of The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Self Defense Seminars on the playing field at Kauffman Stadium during the Royals' 2010 season will take place on May 1. The Kansas City Royals, 98.1 KUDL, and the Johnson County Park & Recreation District (JCPRD) have teamed to present this free program. |
| Women's Run & Reflect program begins May 3 |
| 04/15/2010 |
| Providing an opportunity for women to nourish both body and soul is the aim of a walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Adult/Child Fishing Clinic is May 8 at Shawnee Mission Park Shelter #4 |
| 04/15/2010 |
| Have you ever wanted to fish with your child or grandchild and didn't know how? A new special event being offered by the Park Safety and Interpretive Division of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| Sailing I class offered for adults beginning April 27 |
| 04/08/2010 |
| Learn the basic skills of sailing through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Free Duathlon and Triathlon Training Workshop is April 29 |
| 04/08/2010 |
| Want to know what kind of training is needed to prepare for a triathlon? A free workshop being offered by BikeSource and the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| Orienteering workshop of ages 16 and older offered on May 1 |
| 04/08/2010 |
| Do you enjoy hiking cross-country but fear losing your way? If so, join the Johnson County Park & Recreation District for a Map and Compass Workshop beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, May 1 at the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Yoga & Climbing Camp offered for women on May 2 |
| 04/08/2010 |
| Women are invited to |
| La Grande Birding Fiesta is April 24 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 04/02/2010 |
| Celebrate Earth Day this year with the birds! Join the south-of-the-border fiesta on Saturday, April 24, to welcome back hummingbirds, orioles, warblers, and other feathered friends after their winter vacation in Latin America. |
| Mildale Farm Community Day set for April 24 |
| 04/02/2010 |
| The public will have an opportunity to fish and explore the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Mildale Farm property during a Mildale Farm Community Day set for April 24. |
| Panzon's Restaurant to hold Fourteenth Annual Fundraiser to benefit Special Olympians on April 25 |
| 04/02/2010 |
| Panzon’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 8710 Lackman Road, Lenexa, will hold its fourteenth annual fundraiser to benefit the Johnson County Park & Recreation District’s Special Olympics Program from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 25. |
| Breakfast & Bargain Bonanza is April 24 at RPCC |
| 04/02/2010 |
| A huge community garage sale is being planned for April 24 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Public invited to TimberRidge Adventure Center Open House on April 17 |
| 03/24/2010 |
| The public can come see and experience the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's TimberRidge Adventure Center during an Open House scheduled for April 17. Also on the same day, a related Open House for the center's 40-foot-tall Hawk's Nest Climbing Tower will give interested parties 12 and older who register in advance a free opportunity to experience the tower's two climbing walls. |
| Two opportunities to volunteer with Heartland Habitat for Humanity offered through JCPRD |
| 03/24/2010 |
| Two very different options for volunteering with Heartland Habitat for Humanity are available through simultaneous free special events being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in mid-April. |
| New Trucks and Big Rigs for Kids event return is to The Theatre in the Park on April 17 |
| 03/24/2010 |
| A popular special event which lets kids get an up-close look at big rigs, tractors, and all types of equipment will be returning to the Theatre in the Park in Shawnee Mission Park on April 17. |
| Performance & Agility Training program offered for ages 10-18 starting April 12 |
| 03/24/2010 |
| Youth ages 10 to 18 can prepare and maintain speed and agility for any upcoming sports season through a program called Performance & Agility Training (PAT) being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Tomahawk Hills Senior Golf League to meet on April 13 |
| 03/24/2010 |
| A spring meeting for a Tomahawk Hills Senior Golf League will take place at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, April 13. |
| Spring Season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions continue on April 7 & 21 |
| 03/17/2010 |
| The spring season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions will continue during April at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn at either or both of the sessions on April 7 and 21. |
| Introduction to Tree Climbing program offered at Shawnee Mission Park on April 10 |
| 03/17/2010 |
| Do you have fond memories of climbing trees or do you want your child to have the same experiences? A program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| New Rain Barrel Workshop for adults offered on April 10 |
| 03/17/2010 |
| Save water and money by learning to harvest rainwater from your rooftop during a new workshop being offered at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in early April. |
| Tomahawk Hills Women's Golf Association to meet on April 7 |
| 03/17/2010 |
| The Tomahawk Hills Women's Golf Association will hold its annual registration on Wednesday, April 7, at 9 a.m. |
| Working Ladies' Golf League offered at Tomahawk Hills |
| 03/10/2010 |
| A Working Ladies Golf League is being offered beginning in early April at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Tomahawk Hills Golf Course, 17501 Midland Drive, Shawnee. |
| JCPRD Early Childhood Development Centers to conduct open houses on April 7 |
| 03/10/2010 |
| Open houses will be conducted from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 7, at all three of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Early Childhood Development Centers. |
| Little Champs Grapplers |
| 03/10/2010 |
| Two youth classes in the Japanese martial art of Jiu Jitsu being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District promise to help |
| Visit Ernie Miller Nature Center to participate in Passport to Adventure 2010 beginning March 27 |
| 03/04/2010 |
| Gather your family and pick up your Passport to Adventure for the Interpretive Site Coalition of Kansas City’s fifteenth annual event at the Ernie Miller Nature Center or at any of 21 other sites in the metro area beginning March 27. |
| Women's History Celebration on March 27 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 03/04/2010 |
| Travel in time and meet some amazing women from the past during a special event planned at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Saturday, March 27. |
| Two new youth football programs begin in late March |
| 03/04/2010 |
| Two new football programs for ages 13 through 19 are being offered in late March by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in conjunction with 68's Inside Sports. The programs are Football Skills Training and Lineman Training Camp. Both programs begin March 29 and will take place at 68's Inside Sports, 9111 Flint, Overland Park. Search for the keyword |
| March 26 is initial deadline for May 16 BikeSource Duathlon & Triathlon at Heritage Park |
| 03/04/2010 |
| An initial registration deadline is approaching for the BikeSource Duathlon and Triathlon at Heritage Park, which will take place beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 16, in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflu... |
| Spring Fling Fun offers nature-related activities during spring break, March 15-19 |
| 02/25/2010 |
| Bored during Spring Break Week? Bring your family and friends to Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, for a fun and educational program which will be presented twice each day. |
| Outdoor Adventures Camp offered for ages 11-13 during spring break, March 15-19 |
| 02/25/2010 |
| Children ages 11 to 13 can have an adventure during spring break at Outdoor Adventures Camp offered March 15 through 19 at Ernie Miller Park, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Mad Science® offers two programs for youth during spring break week |
| 02/25/2010 |
| Two different day-long Mad Science® programs are being offered for ages six through 12 at the Roeland Park Community Center during spring break week. The programs are Mad Science® Junior Engineers and Mad Science® Creepy Crawly Ecology. |
| Spring Break Splash Bash for all ages planned on March 19 at RPAC |
| 02/25/2010 |
| A Spring Break Splash Bash for all ages is being planned for March 19 at the covered Roeland Park Aquatics Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park, by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Spring Break Fitness Sampler offered for youth starting March 15 |
| 02/25/2010 |
| Youth ages seven to 15 can keep active during spring break week with a new program called Spring Break Fitness Sampler being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| 50 Plus plans fourth-annual Men's Follies at JCCC on March 14 |
| 02/17/2010 |
| Talented men who can wow the crowd with their singing, dancing, and comedy talents are being sought for the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department's fourth annual Mens Follies coming up on Sunday, March 14. |
| New Wicketball program for all ages begins March 9 and 11 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 02/17/2010 |
| Are you ready for a fun, new sport that you can play with your whole family? A program called Wicketball being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District could be for you. |
| New Mind & Body Coordination class offered for youth and adults beginning March 10 |
| 02/17/2010 |
| Learn how to stay relaxed in stressful times and keep from getting tense in everyday life through a new martial arts class for youth and adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Spring Break Trout Stocking set for March 12 |
| 02/17/2010 |
| An additional 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be released into two Johnson County Park & Recreation District lakes during a supplemental stocking in mid-March. |
| March 5 is deadline for 21st Annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball Tournament |
| 02/17/2010 |
| March 5 is the deadline for teams wishing to register for the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 21st Annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball Tournament, which will take place on March 13 at the Roeland Park Sports Dome, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Squaw Creek Birdwatching Trip offered on March 13 |
| 02/17/2010 |
| Join the Johnson County Park & Recreation District for a late winter birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, March 13. The trip will depart from the north side of Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch Road, Merriam, at 8 a.m. and return around 3:30 p.m. |
| Busy Bees Program for ages 4 & 5 on March 6 kicks off Spring Series at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 02/10/2010 |
| Honeybees are the theme of the first in a series of three programs for young children being offered during March, April, and May at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Artists sought for Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival in Antioch Park on May 15 |
| 02/10/2010 |
| Crafts persons and artists of all types are invited to enter The Summertime Arts & Craft Show, which is set from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 15, in Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch Road, Merriam. |
| Spring Season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions begins March 3 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 02/10/2010 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any or all of the eight different sessions scheduled between March 3 and May 19. |
| Home School Art class offered beginning March 4 |
| 02/10/2010 |
| A Home School Sensations Art Class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District is meant to expand and supplement home schooling efforts. |
| Secondary phase of Shawnee Mission Park deer management plan completed |
| 02/04/2010 |
| The secondary phase of the Shawnee Mission Park deer management program has been completed. |
| KC Wildlands Sets Feb. 27 Workday at Ernie Miller Park and Other Metro Park Sites |
| 02/03/2010 |
| "Long Johns and Loppers" is the theme for a Kansas City Wildlands workday been scheduled for the afternoon of Saturday, Feb. 27, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Ernie Miller Park, 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe... |
| Women's Run & Reflect program begins March 1 |
| 02/03/2010 |
| Providing an opportunity for women to nourish both body and soul is the aim of a walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| The Theatre in the Park Auditions set for Feb. 27 & 28 |
| 02/03/2010 |
| Auditions for The Theatre in the Park's 2010 summer season of musicals have been set for late February. |
| Registrations being taken for new Indoor Triathlon on March 28 |
| 02/03/2010 |
| The initial registration deadline is approaching for a new Indoor Triathlon being hosted by 68's Indoor Sports in conjunction with the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| JCPRD summer park hours begin March 1 |
| 02/03/2010 |
| Summer hours of 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. go into effect March 1 for many Johnson County Park & Recreation District parks. These summer hours will stay in effect through Oct. 31. |
| Expectant and New Moms Wellness program begins March 2 |
| 02/03/2010 |
| Helping expectant and new moms learn about healthy weight management and lose their baby weight is the goal of a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early February. |
| Be a part of annual national bird count at Free Great Backyard Bird Count event on Feb. 13 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 01/29/2010 |
| Love to watch birds? Stop by for 15 minutes or sit a spell during a free public birding event which will take place at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Saturday, Feb. 13. |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stockings set for Feb. 24 |
| 01/27/2010 |
| The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late February. |
| Tony Adams is JCPRD Board Chair for 2010 |
| 01/27/2010 |
| Tony Adams of Overland Park was recently elected by his fellow Johnson County Park & Recreation District Board of Commission members to serve as chair during 2010. |
| New Escape to Freedom program is Feb. 20 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 01/27/2010 |
| Come celebrate Black History Month through a new program featuring songs and stories at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Saturday, Feb. 20. |
| Storybook Tales Theater program for youth begins Feb. 20 |
| 01/27/2010 |
| Storybook Tales is the name of a beginning drama program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Clowning Around with the Grandkids event is Feb. 20 |
| 01/27/2010 |
| An morning of Intergenerational fun and activities is being planned in the form of a new special event which will be presented in late February by 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Digital Imaging class offered for adults on Feb. 10 |
| 01/20/2010 |
| If you are interested in taking better photos or touching up your existing pictures, a computer class for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| Learn to Swim classes for youth offered beginning the week of Feb. 16 |
| 01/20/2010 |
| The next session of Learn to Swim Classes for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District begin at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park, starting the week of Feb. 4. |
| JCPRD spring catalog available after Jan. 25 |
| 01/20/2010 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Spring ACTIVITIES catalog will be available after Jan. 25. |
| Get organized with Cutting Clutter seminar on Feb. 18 |
| 01/20/2010 |
| Are you overwhelmed by clutter? If so, come meet a professional organizer through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Mad Science® Crazy Chemistry program for youth is Feb. 9 |
| 01/13/2010 |
| Investigate the chemical reactions going on all around us every day during a Mad Science® program for youth being offered in early February by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| The Lab Rat Science Experiment Puppet Show is Feb. 9 at the Roeland Park Community Center |
| 01/13/2010 |
| Attending the presentation of a new show by The Stone Lion Puppet Theatre is a great way for youth to spend part of a no-school day in early February. |
| New It's Your Life - Write It event is Feb. 5 at RPCC |
| 01/13/2010 |
| Seize the day and start writing your life story now! That's the message author Roland Love will present during a new special event being planned by 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Valentines Cookies and Treats program for youth offered on Feb. 6 |
| 01/13/2010 |
| Youth chefs are invited to bake and decorate yummy Valentines cookies and treats during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| The Theatre in the Park Audition Workshop offered on Feb. 6 |
| 01/13/2010 |
| Build your confidence and learn how to present yourself at musical theater auditions through the Audition Workshop being presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's The Theatre in The Park. |
| Celebrate Laura Ingalls Wilder's birthday with Laura's Legacy program at The Ernie Miller Nature Center on Feb. 6 |
| 01/13/2010 |
| Celebrating the birthday of Laura Ingalls Wilder, early Kansas Pioneer and author of the beloved |
| Home School Art class offered beginning Feb. 4 |
| 01/13/2010 |
| A Home School Sensations Art Class being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District is meant to expand and supplement home schooling efforts. |
| Christmas Tree recycling deadline extended until Jan. 31 at three Johnson County Park & Recreation District locations |
| 01/12/2010 |
| The deadline for post-holiday contributions of discarded natural Christmas trees at three Johnson County Park & Recreation District locations has been extended until Jan. 31. The original deadline was Jan. 18. |
| JCPRD Youth Outdoor Soccer sign-up event scheduled for Jan. 23 |
| 01/06/2010 |
| A sign-up event for the Johnson County Park & Recreation District’s Spring Youth Outdoor Soccer program is set from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Jan. 23 at Dick’s Sporting Goods, 15280 W. 119th St., Olathe. |
| New Frosty's Snowman Hop movement and art program offered for ages 3-6 on Jan. 26 |
| 01/06/2010 |
| Snowmen are the theme of a new art and movement class for young children being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in late January. |
| Bully Proof with Jiu Jitsu |
| 01/06/2010 |
| Two youth classes in the Japanese martial art of Jiu Jitsu being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District promise to help |
| Expectant and New Moms Wellness program begins Feb. 2 |
| 01/06/2010 |
| Helping expectant and new moms learn about healthy weight management and lose their baby weight is the goal of a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early February. |
| Get organized with Cutting Clutter seminar on Jan. 21 |
| 12/30/2009 |
| Are you overwhelmed by clutter? If so, come meet a professional organizer through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Robotics class offered for ages 7-17 starting Jan. 23 |
| 12/30/2009 |
| Youth ages seven to 17 can take advantage of a hands-on opportunity to build and program robots during a program being offered in late January by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Two theater classes offered for youth beginning Jan. 16 |
| 12/30/2009 |
| Children can get an introduction to the theater through new classes offered in mid-January by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Beginning Basic Knitting class for adults starts Jan. 19 |
| 12/30/2009 |
| Do you admire those beautiful fashionable knitted scarves? Do you need some glitz for a special party or cruise wear? A new adult program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| Yoga and Movement program offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center starting Jan. 14 |
| 12/23/2009 |
| Adults can relax and reflect while participating in yoga in a natural setting through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs begin Jan. 10 |
| 12/23/2009 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in January for Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs for educational and entertaining programs. |
| New How to Raise a Money Smart Child program is Jan. 12 |
| 12/23/2009 |
| Make a positive impact on your children’s' or grandchildren’s' entire lives by learning how to give them a primer in money management during a new program for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| JCPRD parks will be open Christmas and New Year's days |
| 12/18/2009 |
| Johnson County Park & Recreation District parks are open during regular winter hours of 7:30 a.m. through 8 p.m on Christmas and New Year's days, Dec. 25 and Jan. 1. |
| Diva Pop Star class offered for ages 5-8 starting Jan. 9 |
| 12/18/2009 |
| Girls can learn to dance like the latest teen pop stars during a program called Diva Pop Star being offered in early January by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Itty Biddy & Biddy Basketball programs offered in early January |
| 12/16/2009 |
| Three instructional basketball programs for young children are being offered in late early January by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Two indoor youth soccer clinics begin on Jan. 9 |
| 12/16/2009 |
| Boys and girls ages five to eight have the opportunity to participate in two separate six-week indoor soccer programs being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning Saturday, Jan. 9. |
| "Bully Proof" Little Champs Grapplers |
| 12/09/2009 |
| Two new youth classes in the Japanese martial art of Jiu Jitsu being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District promise to help |
| Potter's Delight adult beginning pottery class begins Jan. 6 |
| 12/09/2009 |
| Create original pottery, both functional and fun, in Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Potter's Delight Beginning Pottery class for adults 16 and older. |
| Class offers Introduction to eBay® for adults beginning Jan. 6 |
| 12/09/2009 |
| Adults can get an interactive introduction to the eBay® website through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Preschool Winter Break Camps begin Dec. 21 & 28 |
| 11/25/2009 |
| Give your kids a break from the winter blues with a preschool enrichment camp being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District on the weeks before and after Christmas. |
| Mad Science® Junior Engineers Program for kids is Dec. 22 |
| 11/25/2009 |
| Come spend a no-school day building and testing structures out of lots of different materials during a program for ages six through 12 being offered at the Roeland Park Community Center on Dec. 22. |
| Mad Science® Holiday Convention for kids is Dec. 23 |
| 11/25/2009 |
| The Roeland Park Community Center is the place to be for youth ages six to 12 when the Eighth Annual Mad Science® Holiday Kids Convention takes place on Dec. 23. |
| Challenger Sports Holiday soccer camp for ages 3-6 and 6-12 offered Dec. 21 & 29 |
| 11/25/2009 |
| A holiday version of the nationally-acclaimed summer Challenger Soccer Camp is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Holiday Ice Skating & Hockey classes offered at Pepsi Ice Midwest |
| 11/25/2009 |
| Winter break sessions of ice skating classes for preschool and youth, as well as hockey classes for youth, are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation at Pepsi Ice Midwest, 12140 W. 135th St., Overland Park, beginning Dec. 21 and 28. |
| Deer count indicates additional herd reduction needed in Shawnee Mission Park |
| 11/24/2009 |
| According to a survey completed last week by the Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks, an estimated 73 deer per square mile still remain within Shawnee Mission Park and on the adjacent properties managed by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Squaw Creek Eagle Days trip offered on Dec. 5 |
| 11/18/2009 |
| Visit the annual celebration of |
| Letters From Santa offered by Overland Park 50 Plus program |
| 11/18/2009 |
| Personalized letters from Santa are available through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District’s 50 Plus Program. |
| 50 Plus Plans Holiday Party at Olathe 50 Plus Center on Dec. 11 |
| 11/18/2009 |
| Join the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50 Plus Department for a holiday party on Dec. 11 at the Olathe Senior Center, 311 E. Park, Olathe. |
| Holiday Clay Ornaments program offered for youth on Dec. 12 |
| 11/18/2009 |
| Youth can make a variety of holiday ornaments during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Red Hat Dine and Donate Event is Dec. 4 at RPCC |
| 11/11/2009 |
| Providing an opportunity to gather together with friends for dinner and a chance to donate to a great cause is the goal of a new special event being planned in early December by 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Holiday Cookies and Treats classes for youth offered on Dec. 5 & 16 |
| 11/11/2009 |
| Youth chefs are invited to bake and decorate yummy holiday cookies during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Donations of animal supplies sought through Holidays for the Animals program at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/11/2009 |
| Individuals, families, and groups wanting to make a difference are invited to consider contributing a gift to the animals at the Ernie Miller Nature Center through a program called Holidays for the Animals. |
| Breakfast With Santa Program for ages 3-5 offered on Dec. 5 and 12 |
| 11/11/2009 |
| Children three to five can bring a parent and enjoy a morning meal followed by a visit with Santa during a program called Breakfast With Santa being presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Candy Cane Lane toy sale cancelled |
| 11/09/2009 |
| A used toy sale called Candy Cane Lane which was originally scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 14, has now been cancelled, Johnson County Park & Recreation District said. |
| Updated Johnson County Trail Guide now available |
| 11/04/2009 |
| An updated version of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's most-asked-for publication is now available. |
| Temporary closure at Kill Creek Streamway Park expected Nov. 5 & 6 |
| 11/04/2009 |
| The Kill Creek Streamway Park in De Soto and its Off-Leash Area will be closed Nov. 5 through 6 for maintenance, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials said. This maintenance work was earlier anticipated in October, but was delayed due to weather and other concerns. |
| New Expectant and New Moms Wellness program begins Nov. 30 |
| 11/04/2009 |
| Helping expectant and new moms learn about healthy weight management and lose their baby weight is the goal of a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in late November. |
| Jingle Bell Dance program offered for ages 4-7 on Dec. 2 |
| 11/04/2009 |
| Youth ages three to six can get into the holiday spirit through a new dance program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early December. |
| Winter season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions begins Dec. 2 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/04/2009 |
| 11/04/09 - A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are i... |
| New Gingerbread House class offered for youth on Nov. 21 |
| 10/29/2009 |
| Children ages six to 11 can make a gingerbread house they'll never have to throw away during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Tellabration 2009 and Storytelling Workshop both set for Nov. 21 At Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/28/2009 |
| Whether you want to hear a good story or you're adult who wants to learn to tell a good story, there's an event to help you celebrate the International Day of Storytelling on Nov. 21 at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. |
| Squaw Creek Fall Birdwatching Trip offered on Nov. 21 |
| 10/28/2009 |
| Almost as regular as the bird migrations its participants seek to observe is the offering each November of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's fall birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge. |
| Turkey Day Soccer camp for youth offered on Nov. 27 |
| 10/28/2009 |
| A fun-packed program of skill-building exercises, competitions, and scrimmages is planned for soccer camp for youth scheduled for the day after Thanksgiving by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Johnson County Park and Recreation District plans Firewood Sale on Nov. 21 at the Theatre in the Park |
| 10/28/2009 |
| Throughout the year, Johnson County Park & Recreation District park maintenance staff trim branches and remove dead trees from District parks. |
| JCPRD Winter Catalog available after Oct. 26 |
| 10/21/2009 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Winter ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of Oct. 27. |
| Native American Celebration for ages 4 & 5 on Nov. 14 Completes Fall Fun Series at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/21/2009 |
| Native Americans are the theme of the last in a series of three programs for young children offered this fall at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| New Candy Cane Lane Toy Sale is Nov. 14 at RPCC |
| 10/21/2009 |
| Gently used and new toys are the focus of a new special event being presented by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in mid-November. |
| Introduction to Tree Climbing program offered at Shawnee Mission Park on Nov. 14 |
| 10/21/2009 |
| Do you have fond memories of climbing tree or do you want your child to have the same experiences? A program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| Squaw Creek 50 Plus Birdwatching Trip offered on Nov. 20 |
| 10/21/2009 |
| The Johnson County Park & Recreation District's yearly 50 Plus birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge is a day filled with wildlife viewing and an annual favorite. |
| Needy and veterans to benefit from Shawnee Mission Park deer harvest |
| 10/15/2009 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District has finalized arrangements for distributing the meat and hides resulting from the deer harvest in Shawnee Mission Park. |
| Final two Fall Storytime Sessions are Nov. 4 & 18 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/14/2009 |
| Night animals and possums and pumpkins are the subjects of the final two Animal Tales Storytime sessions planned this fall at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any of the sessions. |
| New An Evening on the Prairie program is Nov. 6 & 7 |
| 10/14/2009 |
| Come experience |
| Bows for the Holidays workshop for adults on Nov. 7 |
| 10/14/2009 |
| Just in time for the holidays, learn how to make bows during a workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| 50 Plus, Johnson County Library, plan Veterans Day events on Nov. 10 |
| 10/14/2009 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 50 Plus Department is teaming with the Johnson County Library for Veteran's Day activities on Nov. 10 at the Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty, Overland Park. |
| New Youth Yoga Program begins Nov. 2 |
| 10/14/2009 |
| A new yoga class designed specifically for youth is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District beginning in early November. |
| Temporary Closure at Kill Creek Streamway Park delayed until Oct. 22 |
| 10/12/2009 |
| The Kill Creek Streamway Park in De Soto and its Off-Leash Area will not be closed Oct. 12 through 17 for maintenance as originally planned, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials said. |
| Johnson County Artists to be honored During Art Fest 2009 Nov. 1 through 22 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/07/2009 |
| The works of 40 Johnson County artists will be showcased during the fifth-annual Johnson County Art Fest exhibit opening Sunday, Nov. 1. The juried exhibition runs through Nov. 22 at the Ernie Miller Nature Center located at 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Final Parent & Child Night Hike is Oct. 30 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 10/07/2009 |
| A final intergenerational Night Hike of the season is being offered on Oct. 30 at Ernie Miller Park in Olathe. |
| Yoga & Climbing Camp offered for Women on Oct. 31 |
| 10/07/2009 |
| Women are invited to |
| Mildale Farm Fall Fest set for Oct. 31 |
| 10/07/2009 |
| A Fall Fest being planned by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District for Oct. 31 will give members of the public an opportunity to explore the Mildale Farm property. |
| Public Hayride offered on Nov. 1 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 10/07/2009 |
| In addition to fall hayrides for organized groups, the Johnson County Park & Recreation District offers an annual opportunity for individuals and family members to enjoy the crisp autumn air from a tractor-drawn hayride without having to worry about reaching minimum numbers or placing a deposit. Advance registration is required. |
| Spook-N-Splash Pool Party for all ages planned on Oct. 30 |
| 10/07/2009 |
| A morning of scary swimming and frightening fun is planned on Oct. 30, when the Johnson County Park & Recreation District presents a Spook-N-Splash Pool Party at the Roeland Park Aquatics Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| New Mad Science® of Booville program offered on Oct. 30 |
| 10/07/2009 |
| Come spend a no-school day participating in a spooktacular adventure during a new Mad Science® program for ages six through 12 begin offered at the Roeland Park Community Center on Friday, Oct. 30. |
| Temporary closure of Kill Creek Streamway Park and Off-Leash Area anticipated beginning Oct. 12 |
| 10/05/2009 |
| The Kill Creek Streamway Park in De Soto and its Off-Leash Area will be closed for about five working days for maintenance beginning Monday, Oct. 12. |
| Mad Science® Halloween programs offered on Oct. 23 & 24 |
| 09/30/2009 |
| Spooky science experiments will make Halloween even more exciting for youth who participant in new Mad Science® programs being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| JCPRD Children's Services Department Conducting Halloween-Themed Canned Goods Drive Through Oct. 30 |
| 09/30/2009 |
| Students enrolled in the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 25 After School Programs will Trick-or-Treat for canned goods instead of candy again this year. |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stocking Set for Oct. 28 |
| 09/30/2009 |
| The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late October. |
| New Haunted Kansas Program planned at Ernie Miller Park on Oct. 24 |
| 09/30/2009 |
| As darkness falls, walk through the trails of Ernie Miller Park and listen to the stories of long ago during a new special event being offered at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Itty Biddy & Biddy Basketball programs offered in late October |
| 09/30/2009 |
| Three instructional basketball programs for young children are being offered in late October by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Kids Klassic and Pumpkin Derby to be combined into 2009 Big Bad Pumpkin Races on Oct. 17 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 09/28/2009 |
| Two family-friendly special events are being combined into a single morning of fall fun at Shawnee Mission Park on Saturday, Oct. 17, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced recently. |
| Free New Horizons Band Concert set for Tuesday, Oct. 6, at RPCC |
| 09/28/2009 |
| A free concert by the New Horizons Band is set for 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 6, in the Multi-Purpose room of the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| New Dolly & Me Halloween Party is Oct. 16 at RPCC |
| 09/23/2009 |
| Girls ages seven to 12 are invited to bring their favorite doll and their Halloween costume and come to a party being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District on a non-school day. |
| New Reduce, Reuse and Recycle Day offered at MRCC on Oct. 16 |
| 09/23/2009 |
| A new special event promoting green practices for all ages is being planned for Oct. 16 by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in conjunction with the city of Overland Park. |
| Whimsical Woods Program Planned at Ernie Miller Park on Oct. 17 |
| 09/23/2009 |
| There's nothing scary about a Halloween special event being offered at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park in mid-October. |
| Ernie Miller Park Owl Prowl offered on Oct. 17 |
| 09/23/2009 |
| Great horned, barred, and screech owls make their home in Ernie Miller Park. Come learn more about these fascinating birds during the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Park Owl Prowl offered in mid-October. |
| Parent & Child Night Hike offered on Oct. 2 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 09/16/2009 |
| Space is still available for an intergenerational Night Hike being offered on Oct. 2 at Ernie Miller Park. |
| Free New Horizons Dixieland Jazz Band Concert set for Oct. 8 |
| 09/16/2009 |
| A free concert by the New Horizons Dixieland Jazz Band is set for 7 p.m. on Thursday, Oct. 8, at Shawnee Hills Senior Living, 6335 Maurer Road, Shawnee. |
| Adults only session of Introduction to Tree Climbing program offered at Shawnee Mission Park on Oct. 10 |
| 09/16/2009 |
| An adults-only session of a popular Introduction to Tree Climbing program is being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District in early October. |
| Category 3A Pesticide Recertification seminar is Oct. 14 |
| 09/16/2009 |
| A full-day training seminar on Pesticide Application Recertification is being offered on Oct. 14 by the Parks and Golf Courses Division of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Fall Hayride times available through Nov. 22 |
| 09/16/2009 |
| Times are still available for fall hayrides at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, or Heritage Park, 16000 Pflumm Road, Olathe. |
| New Women's Guide to Money Matters program offered on Oct. 6 |
| 09/16/2009 |
| Women can learn to develop a strong financial strategy that fits their life style during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| K.C. Blazers Masters Swimming team seeks participants |
| 09/09/2009 |
| Based on the belief that swimming is a lifetime sport, the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's KC Blazers Masters Swimming team is offering swim training for all swimmers 18 and older. |
| Duncan's Karate Kids, and Family Karate classes begin Sept. 30 |
| 09/09/2009 |
| Karate classes for youth and families are being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at Duncan's Karate School, 6009-B Johnson Drive, Mission. |
| Adult/Child Fishing Clinic is Oct. 3 at Shawnee Mission Park Shelter #12 |
| 09/09/2009 |
| Have you ever wanted to fish with your child or grandchild and didn't know how? A new special event being offered by the Park Safety and Interpretive Division of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| New How to Raise a Money Smart Child program is Sept. 22 |
| 09/02/2009 |
| Make a positive impact on your childrens' or grandchildrens' entire lives by learning how to give them a primer in money management during a new program for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Moving in Nature program offered for adults at Ernie Miller Nature Center starting Sept. 26 |
| 09/02/2009 |
| Escape from your daily demands and hectic schedule for a day and enjoy the beauty of nature and the joy of movement through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Digital Imaging class offered for adults on Sept. 23 |
| 09/02/2009 |
| If you are interested in taking better photos or touching up your existing pictures, a computer class for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| Learn to Draw class offered for adults beginning Sept. 23 |
| 09/02/2009 |
| A beginning class in drawing being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District will afford adults 18 and older an opportunity to uncover hidden talents and to express themselves creatively. |
| Second of Two Presentations of T.A.K.E. Self Defense Program on the Field at Kauffman Stadium is Sept. 19 |
| 08/26/2009 |
| The second of two presentations of The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) programs on the playing field at Kauffman Stadium this year will take place on Sept. 19. |
| Kansas Pioneer Girl Day is Sept. 19 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/26/2009 |
| Celebrating the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder, whose |
| New Bike Rodeo is Sept. 19 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 08/26/2009 |
| Young bicyclists can learn |
| Sign Up Now for Fall Group Hayrides at Shawnee Mission and Heritage Parks |
| 08/26/2009 |
| The heat of summer hasn't faded away yet, but it's still a great time to plan a group fall hayride with the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. This year, rides will be offered during September, October, and November between Sept. 19 and Nov. 22. Those who register early are more likely to get their first choice of days and times. |
| Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area to be closed Sept. 1 and 2 |
| 08/20/2009 |
| The Shawnee Mission Park Dog Off-Leash Area will be closed to all public use on Tuesday, Sept. 1, and Wednesday, Sept. 2, Johnson County Park & Recreation District officials announced. |
| Introduction to Tree Climbing program offered at Shawnee Mission Park on Sept. 12 |
| 08/20/2009 |
| Do you have fond memories of climbing tree or do you want your child to have the same experiences? A program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District can help. |
| Registrations now being taken for separate boy's and girl's Lacrosse Clinics |
| 08/20/2009 |
| Sept. 9 is the registration deadline for separate boys and girls lacrosse clinics being offered this fall by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Performance and Agility Training for youth offered beginning Sept. 14 |
| 08/20/2009 |
| Improving sports performance and staying active are the goals of a Power and Agility Training (PAT) program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Little Knights fencing program offered for age 4-6 beginning Sept. 1 |
| 08/20/2009 |
| Games and exercises are used to build on kids' love for fencing during a program for ages four through six being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Patriot Golf Day is Sept. 5 at Heritage Park and Tomahawk Hills |
| 08/12/2009 |
| Golfers who come to Johnson County Park & Recreation District golf courses on Saturday, Sept. 5th, will be asked to consider giving a minimum donation of $1 per greens fee to help ensure the future of families of wounded or fallen soldiers. |
| Steve Baru is newest JCPRD Board Member |
| 08/12/2009 |
| The newest member of the Board of Commissioners of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District says he sees parallels between his roles as a professional financial advisor and being a Board Member. |
| Fall Season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions begins Sept. 9 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 08/12/2009 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any or all of the six different sessions scheduled between Sept. 9 and Nov. 18. |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center dome to be reinstalled Sept. 15-17 |
| 08/12/2009 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will be closed to the public for about four days for the annual reinstallation of the air-supported dome which makes the facility's main pool usable during the winter months. |
| Yoga Program offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center starting Sept. 10 |
| 08/12/2009 |
| Adults can relax and reflect while participating in yoga in a natural setting through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Soccer Academy offered for ages 5-10 beginning Sept. 2 |
| 08/05/2009 |
| Helping young soccer players develop their fundamentals and knowledge of the game is the aim of a program being offered in early September by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Fun and Fitness in the Park offered for youth starting Sept. 1 |
| 08/05/2009 |
| Fun and Fitness in the Park is the name of a new six-week nutrition and activity program being offered for youth by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| New Boxing Team program offered for ages 15 and up starting Sept. 1 |
| 08/05/2009 |
| Develop self-defense skills while learning boxing techniques during a new Boxing Team program being offered by the Johnson County Park & Recreation District. |
| Aug. 21 is initial entry deadline for Women's Triathlon |
| 07/29/2009 |
| Aug. 21 is the initial entry deadline for the second-annual Olathe Medical Center's Women's Triathlon, which will take place on Saturday, Sept. 12, at Kill Creek Park, 11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe. |
| Final Overnight Fishing Opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission and Kill Creek Parks in late August |
| 07/29/2009 |
| The last of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake this summer as well as the second of two overnight fishing opportunities at Kill Creek Park are planned for late August. |
| New Cars in the Park event is Aug. 22 at The Theatre in the Park |
| 07/29/2009 |
| All ages are invited to come out for a first-ever car show at The Theatre in the Park in Shawnee Mission Park on Aug. 22. |
| Great American Family Campout is Aug. 8 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 07/22/2009 |
| What could be better than a family campout right here in Johnson County? |
| New Munchkin Muffin Morning Sing Along program offered for Youth at The Theatre in the Park on Aug. 8 |
| 07/22/2009 |
| Munchkins from the Merry Old Land of Oz will be taking over the stage at The Theatre in the Park on the morning of Saturday, Aug. 8, and youth ages five to ten are invited to join them. |
| Introduction to Tree Climbing program offered at Shawnee Mission Park on Aug. 8 |
| 07/22/2009 |
| Do you have fond memories of climbing tree or do you want your child to have the same experiences? |
| Author Barbara Youree to be featured during Meet the Author event planned at MRCC on Aug. 6 |
| 07/22/2009 |
| Come meet Barbara Youree, author of Courageous Journey, as she retells the path of the “Lost Boys” from Sudan to America during a Book Signing and Reading being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Summer Special Offered Beginning July 20 at Heritage Park and Tomahawk Hills Golf Courses |
| 07/17/2009 |
| Special summer afternoon golf rates are being offered beginning Monday, July 20, at the Tomahawk Hills and Heritage Park golf courses, Johnson County Park at Recreation District officials announced. |
| Aug. 1 is initial deadline for entering new Cars in the Park event |
| 07/15/2009 |
| Aug. 1 is the initial deadline for entering cars in a first-ever Cars in the Park Car Show which will take place from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 22 at The Theatre in the Park in Shawnee Mission Park, 7710 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| Two closures of Mill Creek Streamway Park portion anticipated |
| 07/15/2009 |
| Two short closures of a portion of the Mill Creek Streamway Park's Gary L. Haller Trail are anticipated in late July and early August, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials announced. |
| Gracie Combative Course in Jiu-Jitsu offered beginning Aug. 4 |
| 07/15/2009 |
| A class in jiu-jitsu is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early August. |
| JCPRD Beaches & Marinas closing soon |
| 07/15/2009 |
| The summer season for two beaches and three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is quickly winding down. |
| There's still time to participate in Passport to Adventure 2009 |
| 07/15/2009 |
| There's still plenty of time this year to participate in the Interpretive Site Coalition of Kansas City’s fourteenth annual Passport to Adventure event at the Ernie Miller Nature Center or at any of 16 other sites in the metro area. |
| JCPRD Fall ACTIVITIES Catalog available after July 27 |
| 07/09/2009 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Fall Activities catalog will be available after July 27. |
| New Health and Wellness Day program offered at MRCC on July 29 |
| 07/08/2009 |
| A new special event promoting health and wellness for all ages is being planned for July 29 by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in conjunction with the City of Overland Park. |
| Next session of Women's Run & Reflect program begins July 27 |
| 07/08/2009 |
| Providing an opportunity for women to nourish both body and soul is the aim of a walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Dodgeball Camp offered for youth beginning July 27 |
| 07/08/2009 |
| Developing speed, agility, and good body awareness, and problem-solving skills are among the goals of a new Dodgeball Camp for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Art Fest seeks Johnson County artists for annual exhibit |
| 07/07/2009 |
| The organizers of Art Fest 2009 are seeking entries for an exhibit which will showcase Johnson County artists later this year. |
| Overnight Fishing Opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission and Kill Creek parks in late July |
| 07/01/2009 |
| The third of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake this summer as well as the first of two overnight fishing opportunities recently added at Kill Creek Park are planned for late July. |
| Cardboard Boat Regatta cancelled for 2009 |
| 07/01/2009 |
| Plans for a new special event in late July called the Rock-n-Row Cardboard Boat Regatta have been postponed for this year, but officials with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District still hope to launch the event in 2010. |
| Flag Football Camp offered for boys starting July 20 |
| 07/01/2009 |
| July 16 is the registration deadline for a Flag Football Camp being offered by boys in grades one through six by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Afternoon Artists program offered for youth starting July 21 |
| 07/01/2009 |
| Hot summer afternoons are a good time to do quiet indoor projects and children ages six to 11 will have a chance to do just that during a program called Afternoon Artists being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to conduct second of two |
| 07/01/2009 |
| All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on Saturday, July 25, at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| Storytime Chefs Program on July 13 provides literature-based cooking experiences for Ages 6-10 |
| 06/24/2009 |
| Young chefs who also enjoy a great book are the targets of a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Fruit & Vegetable stamping program for youth offered on July 13 and 15 |
| 06/24/2009 |
| Finally, a chance for kids to have fun playing with their food! The Johnson County Park and Recreation District is offering a program called Fruit and Vegetable Stamping for ages five through nine. |
| Bubble Makers and Airplane Excitement program is July 14 |
| 06/24/2009 |
| Paper Airplanes and Soap Bubbles are two favorite outdoor summer activities and the topics of a program for youth being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Luau at the Pool for all ages planned on July 17 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 06/24/2009 |
| An afternoon Luau at the Pool is being planned for July 17 at the Roeland Park Aquatics Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park, by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Final Summer Adventure Walks for 50 Plus are July 15 and 30 |
| 06/24/2009 |
| Missouri's Katy Trail and Kansas City's Union Cemetery are the two final destinations to be visited this year as part of Summer Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Mommy & Me Cupcake Decorating classes offered on July 11 |
| 06/17/2009 |
| Come decorate delectable cupcakes through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Shawnee Mission Triathlon registrations now being taken |
| 06/17/2009 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the 25th Annual Shawnee Mission Triathlon. |
| Splash 4 Cash event for youth is July 4 at Roeland Park Aquatic Center |
| 06/17/2009 |
| Splash 4 Cash is the name of a special event for youth planned for July 4 at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center (RPAC), 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Bike to the Beach program for ages 8 to 12 begins July 9 |
| 06/17/2009 |
| Bike to the Beach is the name and goal of a new fitness program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early July. |
| New Trivia and Treats program offered in Olathe on July 9 |
| 06/17/2009 |
| Trivia is the pursuit for a new special event for all ages being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater programs offered on July 10, 17, and 24. |
| 06/17/2009 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater on Friday evenings during July for educational and entertaining programs. |
| Final Two Summer Storytime Sessions are July 1 and 15 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 06/10/2009 |
| Fish and frogs are the subject of the final two Animals Tales Storytime sessions planned this summer at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any of the sessions. |
| Challenger British Half Day Soccer program offered for ages 7-14 starting July 6 |
| 06/10/2009 |
| Youth ages seven to 14 can learn the latest soccer moves from a team of professional soccer British coaches during a sports camp program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early July. |
| Family Kayak Lessons offered on July 1 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 06/10/2009 |
| Learn the basics of flatwater kayaking through an introductory workshop being offered twice in early July at Shawnee Mission Park by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Live auction of JCPRD surplus items set for June 13 |
| 06/08/2009 |
| A variety of surplus items will be sold by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District through a live auction which will take place beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, June 13 at Oakridge Farm at Shawnee Mission Park. |
| Parent & Child Twilight Hike offered on June 26 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 06/03/2009 |
| An intergenerational program being offered in late June at Ernie Miller Park allows children ages two to six with a parent or guardian to explore park trails as the sun sets. |
| Great American Family Campout is June 27 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 06/03/2009 |
| What could be better than a family campout right here in Johnson County? A program being offered by the Children's Services Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will give participants a rare opportunity to sleep under the stars in Shawnee Mission Park and participate in other outdoor activities. |
| Second Overnight Fishing Opportunity is June 27 |
| 06/03/2009 |
| The second of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2009 will take place on June 27. |
| Grillin’ and Chillin’ With the Grandkids program offered at Roeland Park 50 Plus on June 27 |
| 06/03/2009 |
| Grandparents can have some summertime fun with their grandchildren during an intergenerational program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Weight Loss Support Group begins June 29 |
| 06/03/2009 |
| Summer is a season of sunshine and outdoor fun. Add in healthy doses of fruits, veggies, and lean grilled protein and before you know it, you can lose a few pounds. A new Weight Loss Support Group being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. |
| Track and Field Clinic offered for youth beginning June 22 |
| 05/27/2009 |
| Instruction in track and field events is offered to youth through a Track and Field Clinic being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late June. |
| Girls Volleyball Camp begins June 15 in Shawnee |
| 05/27/2009 |
| Registrations are now being taken for a Girls Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Sidewalk Chalk Art & Games program offered for youth |
| 05/27/2009 |
| The many sidewalks at Antioch Park and the Tomahawk Recreation Complex will provide the canvas for a children's art program called Sidewalk Chalk Art & Games being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Twelfth Annual JCPRD Special Olympics Charities Golf Classic set for Friday, June 19 at Heritage Park Golf Course |
| 05/27/2009 |
| Spaces are still available for participation in the twelfth annual JCPRD Special Olympics Charities Golf Classic on June 19 at the Heritage Park Golf Course, 16445 S. Lackman Road, Olathe. |
| Fifth annual KidFest is June 20 at Antioch Park |
| 05/27/2009 |
| Now it its fifth year, the KidFest event will be back from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 20. This event is being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Children's Service's Department and will take place at Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch, Merriam. |
| Red Hat Night at The Theatre in the Park's June 19 performance of |
| 05/27/2009 |
| An organized evening outing of Red Hat Sisters to a performance of |
| June 11 is bid deadline for Tomahawk Sports Dome Surplus Items Sale |
| 05/21/2009 |
| June 11 is the deadline for submitting sealed bids for a variety of items are being sold through a Tomahawk Dome Surplus Items Sale being conducted by the Recreation Division of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Introduction to Tree Climbing program offered at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 05/20/2009 |
| Do you have fond memories of climbing tree or do you want your child to have the same experiences? A new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. |
| Sixth Annual Paws in the Park is June 13 at Shawnee Mission Park Beach |
| 05/20/2009 |
| Now in its sixth year, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Paws in the Park Dog Festival will take place on June 13. |
| Annual Picnic for 50 Plus walkers is June 10 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 05/20/2009 |
| June 8 is the deadline for signing up for a June 10 annual picnic for walkers being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Bike to the beach program for ages 8 to 12 begins June 11 |
| 05/20/2009 |
| Bike to the Beach is the name and goal of a new fitness program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in mid-June. |
| New Daddy & Daughter Mardi Gras Dance planned at Shawnee Mission Park on June 12 |
| 05/20/2009 |
| Get out your party hats, feather masks, and beads for a new event called the Daddy & Daughter Mardi Gras Dance being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Mommy & Me Cupcake Decorating classes offered on June 13 |
| 05/20/2009 |
| Come decorate delectable cupcakes through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| June 8 is deadline for signing up for 50 Plus Harvest Garden Adventure Walk on July 1 |
| 05/20/2009 |
| June 8 is the deadline for signing up for a July 1 adventure walk at the new Heartland Harvest Garden at Powell Gardens. |
| National Trails Day Kickoff planned for free AARP 10-week Walking program on June 6 |
| 05/13/2009 |
| Area residents of all ages can join thousands of their fellow Americans in a national walk for health program being offered in Johnson County this summer. |
| Bubble Makers and Airplane Excitement program is June 9 at Antioch Park |
| 05/13/2009 |
| Paper Airplanes and Soap Bubbles are two favorite outdoor summer activities and the topics of a program for youth being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Pickleball Lesson and Intramurals offered in early June at Matt Ross Community Center |
| 05/13/2009 |
| Pickleball is the subject of new programs being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Both will take place at the Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty, Overland Park. |
| New Storytime Chefs program provides literature-based cooking experiences for ages 6-10 |
| 05/13/2009 |
| Young chefs who also enjoy a great book are the targets of a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Adult Beginning and Intermediate Golf begins in early June |
| 05/08/2009 |
| Beginning and intermediate golf lessons are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early June. Golf lessons are for adults 18 and older and are instructed by PGA professionals. |
| Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater Programs Offered on June 5, 12, and 19 |
| 05/08/2009 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater on Friday evenings during June for educational and entertaining programs. |
| KC Water Polo Program for ages 15 and Older Begins June 2 |
| 05/08/2009 |
| A Water Polo program for ages 15 and older is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning June 2 at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Summer season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions begins June 3 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 05/08/2009 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any or all of the four sessions scheduled between June 3 and July 15. |
| Free Fishing Weekend at JCPRD Parks is June 6 & 7 |
| 05/08/2009 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District has established the weekend of Saturday, June 6, and Sunday, June 7 as the annual Free Fishing Weekend in District parks. This will coincide with the state of Kansas' |
| First Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2009 at Shawnee Mission Park is May 30 |
| 05/06/2009 |
| The first of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2009 will take place on May 30. |
| Stingrays Swim Team/KC Blazers masters swim team both begin June 1 |
| 05/06/2009 |
| Separate swimming programs for ages five through 18 and for adults 18 and older are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The programs are the Stingray Swim Team for youth and the Blazers Masters Swim Team for adults. Both will meet beginning June 1. |
| Next session of Women's Run & Reflect program begins June 1 |
| 05/06/2009 |
| Providing an opportunity for women to nourish both body and soul is the aim of a walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| T-Ball Program offered for age 4 beginning June 1 |
| 05/06/2009 |
| Helping parents teach young children the developmental skills needed for baseball is the aim of an instructional program starting in early June. |
| JCPRD program receives grant for Wise Kids nutrition initiative |
| 05/06/2009 |
| The Childrens Services Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District recently received a Youth Wellness Resource Grant from the National Recreation and Park Association. |
| Spring group programs offered by JCPRD interpretive staff |
| 04/29/2009 |
| Scouting or other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Spring can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Arranged by appointment, the JCPRD Interpretive Staff is offering the following programs: Spring Nature Walks, Survival Hike, and Map and Compass. |
| 14th Annual In Step and In Shape walk & health expo is May 27 |
| 04/29/2009 |
| Join a celebration of good health and fitness for mature active adults when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District presents its 14th annual In Step and In Shape Walk and Health Expo on May 27. |
| Five Nutrition programs offered at Athletic Training Center |
| 04/29/2009 |
| Five nutrition-related programs, most with a licensed dietician, are being offered on a |
| Sailing I class offered for adults beginning May 26 |
| 04/29/2009 |
| Learn the basic skills of sailing through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to conduct first of two |
| 04/22/2009 |
| All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on Saturday, May 16, at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| JCPRD Summer catalog available after April 27 |
| 04/22/2009 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Summer ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of April 27. The free quarterly publication lists more than 500 programs offered by the District from June through August and beyond. |
| New Hats Fashion Show is May 9 at Olathe 50 Plus Center |
| 04/22/2009 |
| A new fashion show being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will highlight hats. |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center to close for summer preparations |
| 04/22/2009 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will close to the public for portions of two weeks as annual preparations are made for the facility's summer season. |
| Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival is May 16 at Antioch Park |
| 04/22/2009 |
| Arts and crafts of all types will be on display when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District conducts its twenty-third annual arts and crafts festival, The Summertime Arts & Craft Festival. |
| New Adult/Child Fishing Clinic is May 16 at Shawnee Mission Park Shelter #12 |
| 04/22/2009 |
| Have you ever wanted to fish with your child or grandchild and didn't know how? A new special event being offered by the Park Safety and Interpretive Division of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. |
| Registrations being taken for 22nd Annual BikeSource Duathlon & Triathlon at Heritage Park on May 17 |
| 04/22/2009 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the BikeSource Duathlon and Triathlon at Heritage Park, which will take place beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 17, in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, Olathe. |
| Earth Day Nature Walk Offered on Evening of April 22 |
| 04/17/2009 |
| Come celebrate Earth Day with a park naturalist-guided walk at Ernie Miller Park, 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe, on Wednesday, April 22. |
| Final two Spring Storytime Sessions are May 6 and 20 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 04/15/2009 |
| Insect and snakes are the subject of the final two Animals Tales Storytime sessions planned this spring at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any of the sessions. |
| Gracie Combative Course in Jiu-Jitsu offered beginning May 5 |
| 04/15/2009 |
| A class in jiu-jitsu is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early May. |
| New Stay at Home Mom Soccer League Offered beginning May 6 |
| 04/15/2009 |
| Stay at home moms can get together weekly to play a fun soccer game while their children participate in their own Happy Feet Soccer class during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Family Outdoor Challenge is May 9 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 04/15/2009 |
| Family fun, adventure, and surprises are the goal of a new special event being planned at Ernie Miller Park in early May. |
| KC Wildlands sets May 2 workday at Ernie Miller Park |
| 04/08/2009 |
| A prairie remnant at Ernie Miller Park is one of three sites for community restoration work which will take place during a Kansas City Wildlands workday planned from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 2. |
| Public invited to TimberRidge Adventure Center Open House on May 2 |
| 04/08/2009 |
| The public can come see and experience the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's TimberRidge Adventure Center during an Open House scheduled for May 2. Also on the same day, a related Open House for the center's 40-foot-tall Hawk's Nest Climbing Tower will give interested parties 12 and older who register in advance a free opportunity to experience the tower's two climbing walls. |
| New Women's Run & Reflect program begins May 4 |
| 04/08/2009 |
| Providing an opportunity for women to nourish both body and soul is the aim of a new walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Women's Run & Reflect program begins May 4 |
| 04/08/2009 |
| Providing an opportunity for women to nourish both body and soul is the aim of a new walking/running program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Great American Family Campout, Spring Edition, is May 2 at TimberRidge Adventure Center |
| 04/08/2009 |
| Don't miss a chance to camp in one of the few remaining untouched areas in Johnson County. A new program being offered by the Children's Services Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will give participants a rare opportunity to sleep under the stars at the TimberRidge Adventure Center. |
| First of two presentations of T.A.K.E. Self Defense Program on the Field at Kauffman Stadium is May 2 |
| 04/08/2009 |
| The first of two presentations of The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Self Defense Seminars on the playing field at Kauffman Stadium during the Royals' 2009 season will take place on May 2. The Kansas City Royals, 98.1 KUDL, and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) have teamed to present this free program. |
| Free Duathlon and Triathlon Training Workshop is April 29 |
| 04/08/2009 |
| Want to know what kind of training is needed to prepare for a triathlon? A free workshop being offered by BikeSource and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. |
| South Portion of Shawnee Mission Park's Loop Road Reopens April 10 following construction project |
| 04/01/2009 |
| The southern main loop road around Shawnee Mission Park reopened on April 10 following substantial completion of a construction project, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials announced. |
| New Geocaching Treasure Hunt for 50 Plus set for April 22 at Kill Creek Park |
| 04/01/2009 |
| Come experience a treasure hunting game played in the great outdoors at Kill Creek Park during a new geocaching program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Stage Management Workshop for adults is April 25 |
| 04/01/2009 |
| The stage manager is one of the most important members of a theatre production team and a new workshop will teach adults about some of the most important elements of being a great stage manager. |
| La Grande Birding Fiesta is April 25 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 04/01/2009 |
| A south-of-the-border fiesta to welcome back hummingbirds, orioles, warblers, and other feathered friends after their winter vacation in Latin America is the theme of a special event scheduled in late April at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. |
| Breakfast & Bargain Bonanza is April 25 at RPCC |
| 04/01/2009 |
| A huge community garage sale is being planned for April 25 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| New Trucks and Big Rigs for Kids event coming to The Theatre in the Park on April 25 |
| 04/01/2009 |
| Kids can get an up-close look at big rigs and tractors during a new special event being planned by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Author coming to Ernie Miller Nature Center for Fishing Fun Story Time program on April 25 |
| 04/01/2009 |
| Award-winning author Judy Young is coming to the Ernie Miller Nature Center on April 25 as part of a new program called Fishing Fun Story Time. |
| Mildale Farm Community Day Set For April 25 |
| 04/01/2009 |
| The public will have an opportunity to fish and explore the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Mildale Farm property during a Mildale Farm Community Day set for April 25. |
| Shawnee Mission Park Marina open weekends beginning April 25 & 26 |
| 04/01/2009 |
| The Shawnee Mission Park Marina is scheduled to operate on the weekends of April 25 and 26, May 2 and 3, May 9 and 10, May 16 and 17, and May 23 and 24 prior to opening daily for the summer season beginning May 30. |
| Panzon's Restaurant to hold thirteenth Annual Fundraiser to benefit local Special Olympians on April 26 |
| 04/01/2009 |
| Panzon’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 8710 Lackman Road, Lenexa, will hold its twelfth annual fundraiser to benefit the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Special Olympics Program from noon to 4 p.m. on Sunday, April 26. |
| Sailing I Class offered for adults beginning April 21 |
| 03/25/2009 |
| Learn the basic skills of sailing through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Water Park Lifeguard Training for ages 15 and older starts April 19 |
| 03/25/2009 |
| A lifeguard training class geared specifically for water park lifeguards is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning on April 19. |
| Get Organized with Cutting Clutter seminar on April 21 |
| 03/25/2009 |
| Are you overwhelmed by clutter? If so, come meet a professional organizer through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Mad Science® Preschool Sampler II begins April 18 |
| 03/25/2009 |
| A second new series of fun science workshops for young children is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in conjunction with Mad Science®, a private science education firm. |
| Final Spring Adventure Walk for 50 Plus on April 8 |
| 03/18/2009 |
| Dryer Park in Emporia will be the final destination to be visited this year as part of Spring Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Orienteering workshop offered on April 11 |
| 03/18/2009 |
| Do you enjoy hiking cross-country but fear losing your way? If so, join the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for a Map and Compass Workshop beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 11 at the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| New Tomahawk Hills Senior Golf League to meet on April 7 |
| 03/18/2009 |
| A spring meeting for a new Tomahawk Hills Senior Golf League will take place at 9 a.m. on Tuesday, April 7. |
| Expectant and New Moms Fitness program begins April 7 |
| 03/11/2009 |
| Helping expectant and new moms learn about healthy weight management and lose their baby weight is the goal of a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early April. |
| Stay at Home Mom Soccer League offered beginning April 1 |
| 03/11/2009 |
| Stay at home moms can get together weekly to play a fun soccer game while their children participate in their own Happy Feet Soccer class during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Spring Paint & Pound Event is March 28 at The Theatre in the Park |
| 03/11/2009 |
| Members of the public are invited to help The Theatre in the Park get its facility ready for its summer season during a Paint & Pound Workday set for Saturday, March 28. |
| Artists sought for Summertime Arts & Crafts Show on May 16 |
| 03/11/2009 |
| Craftspersons and artists of all types are invited to enter the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's twenty-third annual spring arts and crafts show, The Summertime Arts & Crafts Show. |
| New Recycling Art class for youth starts April 4 |
| 03/11/2009 |
| Youth can explore the basics of art using recycled materials during a new four-session art class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Free New Horizons Band Concert set for March 10 |
| 03/06/2009 |
| A free concert by the New Horizons Band is set for 7 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| Visit Ernie Miller Nature Center to Participate in Passport to Adventure 2009 beginning March 29 |
| 03/04/2009 |
| Gather your family and pick up your Passport to Adventure for the Interpretive Site Coalition of Kansas City’s fourteenth annual event at the Ernie Miller Nature Center or at any of 21 other sites in the metro area beginning March 29. |
| JCPRD Early Childhood Development Centers to conduct Open House and Registration on April 1 |
| 03/04/2009 |
| Open houses will be conducted from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 1, at all four of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Early Childhood Development Centers. |
| Working Ladies' Golf League Plans March 26 organizational meeting at Heritage Park Golf Course |
| 03/04/2009 |
| An organizational meeting is scheduled on March 26 for a Working Ladies Golf League at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Heritage Park Golf Course, 16000 Pflumm Road, Olathe. The meeting will begin at 6 p.m. |
| Women's golf Association and Working Ladies Golf League both get under way soon at Tomahawk Hills Golf Course |
| 02/27/2009 |
| Two separate women's' golf groups which both play at the Tomahawk Hills Golf Course, 17501 Midland Drive, Shawnee, are beginning their seasons in early April. The groups are the Tomahawk Hills Women's Golf Association and the Tomahawk Hills Working Ladies Golf League. Perform a catalog search for the keyword |
| Dine, Dish and Of Course....Dessert Event for Red Hatters is March 26 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 02/27/2009 |
| Dine, Dish and of Course....Dessert is the name of an event for area Red Hatters being offered in late March by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Spring Walkabout program offered on March 26 at Antioch Park |
| 02/27/2009 |
| Parents and children are invited to come explore the wonders of spring in Antioch Park on March 26. |
| New Challenger Sports Spring Break soccer camp for ages 4-5 and 6-13 offered March 17-19 |
| 02/25/2009 |
| A new spring break version of the nationally-acclaimed summer Challenger Soccer Camp is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| 50 Plus Plans third-annual Men's Follies at JCCC on March 22 |
| 02/25/2009 |
| Talented men who can wow the crowd with their singing, dancing, and comedy talents are being sought for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 50 Plus Department's third annual Mens Follies coming up on Sunday, March 22. |
| New Mommy & Me Spring Break Jewelry program offered on March 19 |
| 02/25/2009 |
| Participants in an intergenerational jewelry-making class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will get their first pick of new colored beads which have arrived for Spring. |
| Registrations Now Being Taken for JCPRD's 2009 Summer Day Camps - Part I |
| 02/24/2009 |
| Editor’s Note: because of the number of summer camps being offered this year, we’ve listed this summary of 2009 summer camps in two parts. Camp listings continue in Part II, which includes art-related camps as well as New Horizons Camp for Special Education Students. |
| Registrations Now Being Taken for JCPRD's 2009 Summer Day Camps - Part II |
| 02/24/2009 |
| Editor’s Note: because of the number of summer camps being offered this year, we’ve listed this summary of 2009 summer camps in two parts. Please be sure to see Part I as well., which includes most of our full-day camps, as well as our nature and science-themed camps. |
| Squaw Creek Birdwatching Trip offered on March 14 |
| 02/18/2009 |
| Join the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for a late winter birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, March 14. |
| Spring Break Trout Stocking Set for March 13 |
| 02/18/2009 |
| An additional 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be released into two Johnson County Park and Recreation District lakes during a supplemental stocking in mid-March. |
| Spring Fling Fun offers nature-related activities during Spring Break, March 16-20 |
| 02/18/2009 |
| Bored during Spring Break Week? Bring your family and friends to Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, for a fun and educational program present twice each day. |
| Mad Science® Junior Engineers Program for Kids is March 16 |
| 02/18/2009 |
| Come spend a no-school day building and testing structures out of lots of different materials during a program for ages six through 12 begin offered at the Roeland Park Community Center on March 16. |
| New Stay at Home Mom Soccer League offered beginning March 4 |
| 02/13/2009 |
| Stay at home moms can get together weekly to play a fun soccer game while their children participate in their own Happy Feet Soccer class during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| March 6 is signup deadline for new Girls Lacrosse League |
| 02/13/2009 |
| March 6 is the deadline for signing up for a new Girls Lacrosse League being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in mid-March. |
| New Mad Science® Preschool Sampler I begins March 7 |
| 02/13/2009 |
| A new series of fun science workshops for young children is being offered this spring by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in conjunction with Mad Science®, a private science education firm. |
| March 6 is Deadline For 19th Annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball Tournament |
| 02/13/2009 |
| March 6 is the deadline for teams wishing to register for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 19th Annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball, which will take place on March 14 at the Roeland Park Sports Dome, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| New Women's History Celebration is March 8 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 02/13/2009 |
| Travel in time and meet some amazing women from the past during a new special event planned at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Sunday, March 8. |
| Spring Adventure Walks for 50 Plus Start March 11 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 02/13/2009 |
| Ernie Miller Park in Olathe will be the first of three destinations to be visited this year as part of Spring Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Spring Break Volleyball Camp for Grades 3-8 begins March 16 |
| 02/13/2009 |
| Providing boys and girls in grades three through eight with basic skills in the game of volleyball is the goal of a Spring Break Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Home School Art class offered beginning March 5 |
| 02/13/2009 |
| A Home School Sensations Art Class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is meant to expand and supplement home schooling efforts. |
| Biddy Basketball programs offered in late February |
| 02/11/2009 |
| Two instructional basketball programs for young children are being offered in late February by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| JCPRD summer park hours begin March 1 |
| 02/11/2009 |
| Summer hours of 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. go into effect March 1 for many Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks. These summer hours will stay in effect through Oct. 31. |
| Olathe 50 Begins ongoing Poker Walk on March 2 |
| 02/11/2009 |
| Play seven-card poker while getting healthy and spice up your exercise routine through a new program being offered in Olathe by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Spring Season of Animal Tales Storytime begins March 4 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 02/11/2009 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. |
| New Backyard Vegetable Farm program offered for adults on March 4 |
| 02/11/2009 |
| Learn how to turn a 10-by-10-foot area into farm fresh vegetables through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| KC Wildlands sets Feb. 28 Workday at Shawnee Mission Park and other metro park sites |
| 02/11/2009 |
| Interested parties are invited to assist with land stewardship during this winter workday in the form of treating and removal of invasive and exotic woody plants that threaten a natural prairie remnan... |
| Party at the Pool for 50 Plus planned on Feb. 24 at Roeland Park Aquatics Center |
| 02/04/2009 |
| A pool party in the winter? Of course! |
| Money Management From a Women's Perspective program offered on Feb. 24 |
| 02/04/2009 |
| Financial Advisors from Waddell & Reed Inc. will explain the basics every woman needs to know about financial health during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Potter's Delight Adult Beginning Pottery class begins Feb. 25 |
| 02/04/2009 |
| Create original pottery, both functional and fun, in Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Potter's Delight Beginning Pottery class for adults 16 and older. |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stockings set for Feb. 25 |
| 02/04/2009 |
| The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late February. |
| KRPA recognizes JCPRD's Women's Triathlon as Outstanding New Program |
| 02/04/2009 |
| The Olathe Medical Center Women's Triathlon conducted last fall was recently be honored by the Kansas Recreation and Park Association (KRPA). |
| Love Your Heart Week for 50 Plus is Feb. 23-27 |
| 01/28/2009 |
| Celebrate Heart Health Month by showing your heart how much you care by taking part in a week-long awareness celebration. |
| Gary Montague is JCPRD Board Chair for 2009 |
| 01/28/2009 |
| Gary K. Montague of Shawnee was recently elected by his fellow Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board of Commission members to serve as chair during 2009. |
| Lifeguard Instructor training offered at RPAC beginning Feb. 20 |
| 01/28/2009 |
| Lifeguard instructor training classes are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in late February at the Roeland Park Aquatics Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. |
| The Theatre in the Park Audition Workshop offered on Feb. 21 |
| 01/28/2009 |
| Build your confidence and learn how to present yourself at musical theater auditions through the Audition Workshop being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's The Theatre in The Park. |
| Color-Colorific class for youth begins Feb. 14 |
| 01/21/2009 |
| Children ages six through 10 will have an opportunity to explore the artistic possibilities of color through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Be a Part of Annual National Bird Count at Free Great Backyard Bird Count Event on Feb. 14 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 01/21/2009 |
| Love to watch birds? Valentine's Day this year will be a great opportunity to stop by for 15 minutes or sit a spell during a free public birding event which will take place at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Saturday, Feb. 14. |
| New Intergenerational Geocaching Scavenger Hunt set for Feb. 16 at the Legends at Village West |
| 01/21/2009 |
| The Legends at Village West shopping center is the setting for a new intergenerational Geocaching Scavenger Hunt being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in mid-February. |
| Celebrate Laura Ingalls Wilder's birthday with Laura's Legacy program at The Ernie Miller Nature Center on Feb. 7 |
| 01/21/2009 |
| Celebrating the birthday of Laura Ingalls Wilder, early Kansas Pioneer and author of the beloved |
| New PhotoStory class offered for adults on Feb. 4 |
| 01/21/2009 |
| Learn how to create a PhotoStory and make your memories last for a lifetime through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Musical Theater program offered for youth beginning Feb. 7 |
| 01/21/2009 |
| Children will learn to sing favorite showtunes to live piano music during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Duncan's Karate Kids, and Family Karate classes begin Feb. 9 |
| 01/14/2009 |
| Karate classes for youth and families are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at Duncan's Karate School, 6009-B Johnson Drive, Mission. |
| Winter Adventure Walks for 50 Plus continue on Feb. 4 and 25 |
| 01/07/2009 |
| Little Blue Trace and Longview Lake are the final two destinations to be visited this winter as part of Winter Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Feb. 1 is signup deadline for Boys Lacrosse League |
| 01/07/2009 |
| Feb. 1 is the deadline for signing up for a Boys Lacrosse League being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in mid-March. |
| Beginning Watercolor class for adults begins Feb. 4 |
| 01/07/2009 |
| Adults 18 and older can explore the relaxing and enjoyable hobby of watercolor painting through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| South Portion of Shawnee Mission Park's Loop Road to be closed for Construction project Beginning Jan. 7 |
| 01/06/2009 |
| A construction project set to begin Jan. 7 is expected to close a portion of the southern main loop road around Shawnee Mission Park for three months or more, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials announced. |
| Wildlife Presentations offered for groups by JCPRD Interpretive Staff |
| 12/31/2008 |
| Scouting and other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Winter can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Youth Outdoor Soccer signups now being taken |
| 12/31/2008 |
| Jan. 30 is the deadline for signing up for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Spring Youth Outdoor Soccer program. |
| New Winter Walkabout program offered on Jan. 22 at Antioch Park |
| 12/31/2008 |
| Parents and children are invited to bundle up and enjoy a beautiful winter day on the trials of Antioch Park on Jan. 22. |
| Two Theater classes offered for youth beginning Jan. 17 |
| 12/24/2008 |
| Children can get an introduction to the theater through new classes offered in mid-January by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Yoga and Movement Program offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center Starting Jan. 15 |
| 12/24/2008 |
| Adults can relax and reflect while participating in yoga in a natural setting through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Beginning Basic Knitting class offered for adults starting Jan. 20 |
| 12/24/2008 |
| Do you admire those beautiful fashionable knitted scarves? Do you need some glitz for a special party or cruise wear? A new adult program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. |
| New Frosty's Snowman Hop Movement and Art program offered for ages 3-6 on Jan. 20 |
| 12/24/2008 |
| Snowmen are the theme of a new art and movement class for young children being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late January. |
| Action Heroes Dance class offered for ages 4-7 starting Jan. 10 |
| 12/17/2008 |
| Youth ages four to seven can have fun during an Action Heroes dance class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Dinosaur Delight Program for ages 4 & 5 on Jan. 10 kicks off Winter Fun Series at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 12/17/2008 |
| Dinosaurs are the theme of the first in a series of three programs for young children being offered during January and February at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Duncan's Karate Kids, and Family Karate classes begin Jan. 12 |
| 12/17/2008 |
| Karate classes for youth and families are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at Duncan's Karate School, 6009-B Johnson Drive, Mission. |
| Learn to Draw Class offered for adults beginning Jan. 14 |
| 12/17/2008 |
| A beginning class in drawing being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will afford adults 18 and older an opportunity to uncover hidden talents and to express themselves creatively. |
| Sunday Afternoon Nature programs begin Jan. 4 |
| 12/10/2008 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in January for Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs for educational and entertaining programs. |
| Happy Feet Soccer offered in early January for young children |
| 12/10/2008 |
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This program is offered at the Athletic Training Center, 9301 W. 73rd Street, Merriam, and at the Okum Fieldhouse at the Mid-America West Sports Complex, 20200 Johnson Drive, Shawnee. The progr... |
| Winter Adventure Walks for 50 Plus continue on Jan. 7 & 22 |
| 12/10/2008 |
| The Country Club Plaza and Parkville, Mo., will be the next two of five destinations to be visited this winter as part of Winter Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Moms and Baby Fitness program offered beginning Jan. 6 |
| 12/10/2008 |
| Helping new moms lose their baby weight and get healthy is the goal of a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early January. |
| Mad Science® Mad Messages Program for Kids is Jan. 2 |
| 12/03/2008 |
| Come spend a no-school day learning how to talk with numbers and create code crackers during a program for ages six through 12 begin offered at the Roeland Park Community Center on Jan. 2. |
| Itty Biddy & Biddy Basketball Programs offered in early January |
| 12/03/2008 |
| Three instructional basketball programs for young children are being offered in early January by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Dec. 22 is Deadline for Winter Break Basketball Camp Registration |
| 12/03/2008 |
| Dec. 22 is the registration deadline for a Winter Break Basketball Camp for boys and girls in grades kindergarten through six being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Mad Science® Holiday Convention for Kids is Dec. 29 |
| 12/03/2008 |
| The Roeland Park Community Center is the place to be for youth ages six to 12 when the Seventh Annual Mad Science® Holiday Kids Convention takes place on Dec. 29. |
| Winter Break Volleyball camp offered for grades 3-8 |
| 12/03/2008 |
| Providing boys and girls in grades three through eight with basic skills in the game of volleyball is the goal of a Winter Break Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The registration deadline for this program is Dec. 19. |
| Challenger Sports Holiday soccer camp for ages 3-6 and 6-12 offered Dec. 22 & 29 |
| 11/26/2008 |
| A holiday version of the nationally-acclaimed summer Challenger Soccer Camp is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Johnson County Park and Recreation District will again recycle Christmas Trees at three locations beginning Dec. 26 |
| 11/26/2008 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District will again be accepted post-holiday contributions of discarded natural Christmas trees at three locations. |
| JCPRD names Eddie Coffey new manager of Heritage Park |
| 11/26/2008 |
| Longtime Johnson County Park and Recreation District employee Eddie Coffey has been tapped to serve as the next manager of Heritage Park in Olathe. |
| Longtime Heritage Park Manager Cliff Smith to retire Dec. 12 |
| 11/19/2008 |
| After more than three decades, Heritage Park Senior Park Manager Cliff Smith says it's time for a change for both him and for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Winter Adventure Walks for 50 Plus begin Dec. 5 with Westin, Mo., walk |
| 11/19/2008 |
| Weston, Missouri, will be the first of five destinations to be visited this winter as part of Winter Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Letters From Santa offered by Overland Park 50 Plus Program |
| 11/19/2008 |
| Personalized letters from Santa are available through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Plus Program. |
| 50 Plus Plans Holiday Happening at Matt Ross Community Center on Dec. 12 |
| 11/19/2008 |
| Join the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 50 Plus Department and the Senior Lunch Program for a holiday lunch on Dec. 12 at the Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty, Overland Park. |
| 50 Plus Plans Powell Gardens by candlelight outing on Dec. 13 |
| 11/19/2008 |
| A candlelight walk through Powell Gardens is a great way to kick off holiday season! The 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is offering an outing called Gardens by Candlelight on Saturday, Dec. 13. |
| JCPRD's Jill Geller Named Chair-Elect of KRPA |
| 11/19/2008 |
| Johnson County Park and Recreation District Superintendent of Recreation Jill Geller of Olathe was recently voted president elect of the Kansas Recreation and Park Association. |
| Breakfast With Santa program for ages 3-5 offered on Dec. 6 and 13 |
| 11/12/2008 |
| Children three to five can bring a parent and enjoy a morning meal followed by a visit with Santa during a program called Breakfast With Santa being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Squaw Creek Eagle Days trip offered on Dec. 6 |
| 11/12/2008 |
| Visit the annual celebration of |
| Dec. 6 Native Christmas Tree Event planned at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 11/12/2008 |
| Shawnee Mission Park will again serve as the metro area's only site for Kansas City WildLands' annual Red Cedar Christmas Tree Day. |
| Squaw Creek Eagle Days trip offered on Dec. 6 |
| 11/12/2008 |
| Visit the annual celebration of |
| Athletic Training Center offers equipment for sale |
| 11/10/2008 |
| A Nov. 14 deadline has been set for receiving offers for several pieces of cardio equipment which are being sold by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Athletic Training Center, 9301 W. 73rd. St., Merriam. The following has been in storage and are available for purchase on a first-come, first-served basis: |
| Donations of animal supplies sought through Holidays for the Animals program at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/05/2008 |
| Individuals, families, and groups wanting to make a difference are invited to consider contributing a gift to the animals at the Ernie Miller Nature Center through a program called Holidays for the Animals. |
| Winter Season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions begin Dec. 3 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/05/2008 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any or all of the eight sessions scheduled between Dec. 3 and March 25. |
| New Jingle Bell Dance program offered for ages 4-7 on Dec. 2 |
| 11/05/2008 |
| Youth ages three to six can get into the holiday spirit through a new dance program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early December. |
| Turkey Day Soccer camp for ages 3-5 & 6-12 is Nov. 28 |
| 10/29/2008 |
| A one-day Thanksgiving version of the nationally-acclaimed British Soccer Camp is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Squaw Creek Fall Birdwatching Trip offered on Nov. 15 |
| 10/29/2008 |
| Almost as regular as the bird migrations its participants seek to observe is the offering each November of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's fall birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge. |
| Tellabration 2008 Set For Nov. 22 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/29/2008 |
| Want to hear a good story? Come celebrate the International Day of Storytelling at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. |
| JCPRD Winter Activities Catalog available after Oct. 27 |
| 10/22/2008 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Winter ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of Oct. 27. |
| Final two Fall Adventure Walks for 50 Plus are Nov. 12 & 20 |
| 10/22/2008 |
| The Mine Creek Battlefield State Historic Site near Pleasanton, Kan., and Kill Creek Park in rural Olathe will be the last two of five destinations being visited this autumn as part of Fall Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Squaw Creek 50 Plus Birdwatching Trip offered on Nov. 14 |
| 10/22/2008 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's yearly 50 Plus birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge is a day filled with wildlife viewing and an annual favorite. |
| Johnson County Park and Recreation District plans Firewood Sale on Nov. 15 at the Theatre in the Park |
| 10/22/2008 |
| Throughout the year, Johnson County Park and Recreation District park maintenance staff trim branches and remove dead trees from District parks. |
| New Night Life Owl Prowl and Star Party event planned on Nov. 7 & 8 |
| 10/15/2008 |
| Come join the night life at the TimberRidge Adventure Center through a new special event being offered on two consecutive nights in early November by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| 50 Plus Plans Veterans Day Celebration and Writing Contest on Nov. 10 |
| 10/15/2008 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 50 Plus Department is planning a Veteran's Day Celebration and writing contest on Nov. 10 at the Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty, Overland Park. |
| Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Continue on Nov. 5 & 19 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/15/2008 |
| Owls and Pilgrims are the themes of the final two fall Animal Tales Storytime sessions planned at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. |
| Johnson County artists to be featured during Art Fest exhibit at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/14/2008 |
| The works of 42 Johnson County artists will be showcased during the fourth annual Johnson County Art Fest exhibit opening Sunday, Nov. 2. |
| Proposed Master Plan Presentations on three properties set for Oct. 22 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 10/08/2008 |
| Consultants will present proposed master plans for Sunflower Nature Park in Eudora, as well as two large future park properties near Olathe and De Soto to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board of Commissioners on Oct. 22. |
| 50 Plus plans Fall Harvest Adventure Walk in Weston on Nov. 5 |
| 10/08/2008 |
| The Red Barn Farm in Weston, Mo., will be the site of an adventure walk being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early November. |
| Halloween Dance and Costume Contest for 50 Plus is Oct. 31 at MRCC |
| 10/08/2008 |
| Nonstop music by the Playboys provides the backdrop for a ghoulish good time at a new Halloween Dance and Costume Contest being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Action Heroes Dance class offered for ages 4-7 starting Nov. 1 |
| 10/08/2008 |
| Youth ages four to seven can have fun during an Action Heroes dance class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Public Hayride offered on Nov. 2 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 10/08/2008 |
| In addition to fall hayrides for organized groups, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District offers an annual opportunity for individuals and family members to enjoy the crisp autumn air from a tractor-drawn hayride without having to worry about reaching minimum numbers or placing a deposit. Advance registration is required. |
| Oct. 10 is entry deadline for New Big Bad Pumpkin Race and Waterfront Bash at Shawnee Mission Park on Oct. 18 |
| 10/01/2008 |
| Oct. 10 is entry deadline for a wacky new fall event called the Big Bad Pumpkin Race and Waterfront Bash, which will take place on Oct. 18 in the parking lot near the marina at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| JCPRD Children's Services Department Conducting Halloween-Themed Canned Goods Drive Through Oct. 30 |
| 10/01/2008 |
| Students enrolled in the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 25 After School Programs will Trick-or-Treat for canned goods instead of candy again this year. |
| Red Hat Hayride offered on Nov. 1 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 10/01/2008 |
| The third annual Red Hat Hayride will take place on Nov. 1 at Shawnee Mission Park, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials recently announced. |
| Itty Biddy & Biddy Basketball programs offered in late October |
| 10/01/2008 |
| Three instructional basketball programs for young children are being offered in late October by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Mildale Farm Fall Fest set for Oct. 25 |
| 10/01/2008 |
| A Fall Fest being planned by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for Oct. 25 will give members of the public an opportunity to explore the Mildale Farm property. |
| Whimsical Woods Halloween program planned at Ernie Miller Park on Oct. 25 |
| 10/01/2008 |
| There's nothing scary about a Halloween special event being offered at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park in late October. |
| The Theatre in the Park Announces 40th Anniversary Season |
| 09/26/2008 |
| The summer of 2009 marks the 40th Anniversary season for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s The Theatre in the Park. What began on a small stage comprised of a few boards laid on bricks has grown into the largest outdoor community theatre in the country. With its beautiful park setting and grand stage with state of the art light and sound, The Theatre in the Park draws families and theatre enthusiasts alike. |
| 50 Plus plans Fall Adventure Walk on the Konza Prairie on Oct. 22 |
| 09/24/2008 |
| An opportunity to walk on the Konza Prairie Trail near Manhattan, Kan., is being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late October. |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stocking set for Oct. 22 |
| 09/24/2008 |
| The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late October. |
| Ernie Miller Park Owl Prowl offered on Oct. 24 & 25 |
| 09/24/2008 |
| Great horned, barred, and screech owls make their home in Ernie Miller Park. Come learn more about these fascinating birds during the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Park Owl Prowl offered on two different dates this fall. |
| 50 Plus Plans Art Galleria on Oct. 23 at Olathe 50 Plus Center |
| 09/24/2008 |
| An Art Galleria event being planned at the Olathe 50 Plus Center, 311 E. Park, Olathe, will be an opportunity to enjoy art by local artists as well as to enjoy food and entertainment. |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center Offers Live Animal Programs for Groups |
| 09/24/2008 |
| Three nature programs featuring live animals are being offered for groups by the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, or at your location in Kansas. |
| Stories by Fireside program offers thrills for two age groups |
| 09/24/2008 |
| Everyone loves a spooky story. A program being offered at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park in Olathe will carry on this tradition with age-appropriate stories for two age groups at different times. |
| New Bowling Bonanza planned on Oct. 10 for ages 5 and older |
| 09/17/2008 |
| Finding time in your busy scheduled to spend time with your family can be easy with a new special event being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| The Emperor's New Clothes puppet show performance planned for Oct. 10 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 09/17/2008 |
| Vanity and greed never pay off as demonstrated by the Stone Lion Puppet Theatre's production of The Emperor's New Clothes scheduled for Oct. 10. |
| 50 Plus Plans Adventure Walk at Kansas City Zoo on Oct. 9 |
| 09/17/2008 |
| The Kansas City Zoo will be the site of an upcoming adventure walk being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early October. |
| New Mad Science® Creepy Crawly Ecology workshop offered on Oct. 10 |
| 09/17/2008 |
| Animals, insects and the great outdoors will be covered during a new Mad Science® workshop for youth being offered in early October by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Geocaching Mystery Hunt set for Oct. 15 at Matt Ross Community Center |
| 09/17/2008 |
| Come try out a new kind of treasure hunt using Global Positioning System (GPS) technology during a new program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Big Bad Pumpkin Race and Waterfront Bash at Shawnee Mission Park on Oct. 18 promises a family-friendly fall outing |
| 09/17/2008 |
| A new family-friendly fall event called the Big Bad Pumpkin Race and Waterfront Bash and will take place beginning at 1 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 18 in the parking lot near the marina at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| Thirteenth Annual Kids Klassic is Oct. 4 at Heritage Park |
| 09/10/2008 |
| There is something offered for everyone when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District presents the thirteenth annual Kids Klassic noncompetitive fun run/walk. |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented on Oct. 9 in Olathe by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation |
| 09/10/2008 |
| A self-defense program meant to help women and girls fight the kind of violence which killed a 19-year-old Leawood resident during the summer of 2002 is being offered at an Olathe location in early October. |
| Fall Hayride times available through Nov. 23 |
| 09/10/2008 |
| Times are still available for fall hayrides at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, or Heritage Park, 16000 Pflumm Road, Olathe. Organized hayrides for groups are available through Nov. 23 and conclude with a warm campfire where apple cider and marshmallows await! |
| Storybook Theater Program offered for youth beginning Oct. 4 |
| 09/10/2008 |
| Storybook Theater is the name of a beginning drama program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Happy Feet Soccer offered in early October for young children |
| 09/03/2008 |
| The program is called Happy Feet Soccer and is for boys and girls age two and one-half to five. This program promises fun and exciting soccer skill and fitness development, as well as a head start to ... |
| Fall Adventure Walks for 50 Plus continue on Oct. 1 at Melvern Lake |
| 09/03/2008 |
| Melvern Lake west of Ottawa will be the next destination to be visited this autumn as part of Fall Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| 3D Game Design class for youth starts Sept. 30 |
| 09/03/2008 |
| An interactive look at 3D video game design is in store for participants in a youth program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late September. |
| Fall Group programs offered by JCPRD Interpretive Staff |
| 08/27/2008 |
| Scouting or other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Fall can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| 50 Plus Plans Active Aging Day Activities on Sept. 24 at Santa Fe Commons |
| 08/27/2008 |
| The department's Active Aging Day will start at 9:30 a.m. with a walk through Santa Fe Commons, 8045 Santa Fe Dr., to enjoy the fall foliage and historical landmarks. In celebration of the season, par... |
| 50 Plus plans apple orchard outing on Sept. 25 |
| 08/27/2008 |
| Obtaining fresh air and apples is the goal of an outing being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late September. |
| Kansas Pioneer Girl Day is Sept. 27 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/27/2008 |
| Celebrating the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder, whose |
| New Adult/Child Free Fishing Clinic is Sept. 27 at Shawnee Mission Park Shelter #12 |
| 08/27/2008 |
| Have you ever wanted to fish with your child or grandchild and didn't know how? A new special event being offered by the Park Safety and Interpretive Division of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. |
| 50 Plus Day Trip to Shatto Dairy and Excelsior Springs planned Sept. 23 |
| 08/27/2008 |
| A new day trip being offered in late September by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will head north of the Kansas City metropolitan area to learn about agriculture, famous outlaws, and the City of Excelsior Springs. |
| Heritage Park's Blackbob island closed effective immediately |
| 08/22/2008 |
| The barn on Blackbob Island in Heritage Park was closed effective Friday, Aug. 22, due to public safety concerns, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials announced. |
| Boys Lacrosse Clinic begins Sept. 14 |
| 08/20/2008 |
| Boys in grades three through six can learn the fundamentals of Lacrosse during a clinic being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in mid-September. The registration deadline for this program is Sept. 9. |
| New Fitness Movement program offered for adults beginning Sept. 15 |
| 08/20/2008 |
| A new fitness class for adults aimed at beginning exercisers is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in mid-September. |
| New intergenerational Geocaching Adventure program offered Sept. 19 |
| 08/20/2008 |
| Using a Global Positioning System (GPS) to locate hidden caches in Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks is the goal of a new intergenerational program offered in late-September. |
| KC Water Polo Team for ages 11 and older begins Sept. 18 |
| 08/20/2008 |
| A Water Polo Team for ages 11 and up is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning Sept. 18. |
| Butterflies and Wildflowers Walk for adults planned For Sept. 13 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/13/2008 |
| Adults 16 and older and children ages 10 to 15 accompanied by a parent or guardian are invited to hike Ernie Miller Park in mid-September with a park naturalist to see nature's display of wildflowers and butterflies. |
| Pirate Treasure Hunt is theme of youth art program on Sept. 13 |
| 08/13/2008 |
| A pirate treasure hunt is the theme of an art program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in mid September. |
| Parent & Child Night Hike offered on Sept. 12 & 19 and Oct. 3 & 10 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/13/2008 |
| An intergenerational program being offered in late September and early October at Ernie Miller Park allows children ages two to six with a parent or guardian to explore park trails as the sun sets. |
| Fall Fun Series of natural and cultural history programs for ages four and five begins Sept. 13 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 08/13/2008 |
| Young children can experience natural and cultural history first-hand through a series of programs being offered beginning in mid-September at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, located at 909 N. Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Public Invited to Attend Women's Expo to be presented in conjunction with Olathe Medical Center Women's Triathlon |
| 08/13/2008 |
| The general public is invited to attend the first-ever Women's Expo which will take place on Saturday, Sept. 13, in conjunction with the first-ever Olathe Medical Center's Women's Triathlon. |
| Sign Up Now for Fall Group Hayrides at Shawnee Mission and Heritage Parks |
| 08/13/2008 |
| The heat of Summer hasn't faded away yet, but it's still a great time to plan a group Fall hayride with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Fall Season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Begins Sept. 10 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 08/08/2008 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during any or all of the six sessions scheduled between Sept. 10 and Nov. 19. |
| Fall Adventure Walks for 50 Plus Start Sept. 10 with George Owens Park |
| 08/08/2008 |
| George Owens Nature Park in Independence, Mo., will be the first of five destinations to be visited this autumn as part of Fall Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Yoga program offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center starting Sept. 11 |
| 08/08/2008 |
| Adults can relax and reflect while participating in yoga in a natural setting through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Olathe 50 Plus plans Pancake Breakfast to celebrate Old Settler's Day on Sept. 6 |
| 08/08/2008 |
| The 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is planning a pancake breakfast this year to help celebrate the 110th anniversary of Olathe`s Old Settler`s Day. |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center dome to be reinstalled Sept. 8-12 |
| 08/08/2008 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will be closed to the public for about a week for the annual reinstallation of the air-supported dome which makes the facility`s main pool usable during the winter months. |
| Introduction to Sports - Outdoor Soccer Begins Sept. 6 |
| 08/08/2008 |
| Helping parents teach young children the developmental skills needed for soccer is the aim of an instructional program starting Sept. 6. |
| New Gracie Combative Course in Jiu Jitsu offered beginning Sept. 8 for ages 13 and older |
| 08/08/2008 |
| A new class in Jiu Jitsu is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early September. |
| Aug. 27 is entry deadline for new Women's Triathlon |
| 07/30/2008 |
| Aug. 27 is the entry deadline for the first-ever Olathe Medical Center's Women's Triathlon and Expo, which will take place on Saturday, Sept. 13, at Kill Creek Park, 11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe. |
| Aug. 28 is registration deadline for Fifth-Annual 50 Plus Games of Greater Kansas City |
| 07/30/2008 |
| August 28 is the registration deadline for athletes interested in participating in the Fifth Annual 50 Plus Games of Greater Kansas City. Both seasoned athletes who have been competing for years and rookies ready to get off the couch are welcome, as are volunteers looking for a great place to invest some of their time. This year's games will take place from Thursday, Sept. 11 through Sunday, Sept. 14 at locations throughout the Kansas City area. |
| KC Symphony’s annual free “Pops in the Park” concert is Aug. 31 at The Theatre in the Park |
| 07/30/2008 |
| The Kansas City Symphony will present its 25th Annual Labor Day Weekend |
| Patriot Golf Day is Aug. 30 at Heritage Park and Tomahawk Hills |
| 07/30/2008 |
| Golfers who come to Johnson County Park and Recreation District golf courses on Saturday, Aug. 30th, will be asked to consider giving a minimum donation of $1 per greens fee to help ensure the future of families of wounded or fallen soldiers. |
| Second of two presentations of T.A.K.E. Self Defense Program on the field at Kauffman Stadium is Aug. 16 |
| 07/23/2008 |
| The second of two presentations of The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Seminars on the playing field at Kauffman Stadium will take place on Aug. 16.. The Kansas City Royals, 98.1 KUDL, and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District (JCPRD) have teamed to present this free program. |
| There's still time to participate in Passport to Adventure 2008 |
| 07/23/2008 |
| There's still plenty of time this year to participate in the Interpretive Site Coalition of Kansas City’s thirteenth annual Passport to Adventure event at the Ernie Miller Nature Center or at any of 15 other sites in the metro area. |
| Final Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2008 at Shawnee Mission Park is Aug. 23 |
| 07/23/2008 |
| The last of four overnight fishing opportunities planned this summer will take place on Aug. 23 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. |
| Second round of public workshops on new master park plans for three properties scheduled for Aug. 6 and 11 |
| 07/21/2008 |
| Members of the public are invited to attend a second round of workshops meant to provide opportunities for input on new master plans for Sunflower Nature Park in Eudora, as well as two relatively large future park properties owned by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in Olathe and De Soto. |
| JCPRD beaches & marinas closing soon |
| 07/16/2008 |
| The summer season for two beaches and three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is quickly winding down. The facilities include: The Shawnee Mission Park Beach and Shawnee Mission Park Marina, both located in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa; Kill Creek Park Beach and Marina, 11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe; and Heritage Park Marina, located in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm, Olathe. |
| Free T.A.K.E. Self Defense Program for ages 12 and older to be presented Aug. 13 at Lenexa Community Center |
| 07/16/2008 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, is being offered in mid-August in Lenexa. |
| JCPRD Fall ACTIVITIES Catalog Available After July 28 |
| 07/16/2008 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Fall ACTIVITIES catalog will be available after July 28. The quarterly publication lists more than 500 programs offered by the District from September though November and beyond, plus fall special events including the 50 Plus Games of Greater Kansas City, the Kids Klassic Run, Kansas Pioneer Girl Day, the Mildale Farm Fall Fest, and more. |
| Challenger British Soccer Foot Skills Program begins Aug. 4 |
| 07/09/2008 |
| Footwork, turns, skills, and moves are the emphasis of a British Soccer Foot Skills Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early August. |
| Final intergenerational Geocaching in the Parks program set for Aug. 8 in Mill Creek Streamway Park |
| 07/09/2008 |
| The last in a new series of programs which involve using a Global Positioning System (GPS) to locate hidden caches in Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks will take place on Aug. 8 in the Mill Creek Streamway Park. |
| Back to School Learn to Swim classes offered beginning Aug. 4 |
| 07/09/2008 |
| A special Back to School session of Learn to Swim Classes for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District begin at two locations beginning Aug. 4. |
| KC Water Polo Team for ages 11 and up Begins Aug. 7 |
| 07/09/2008 |
| A Water Polo Team for ages 11 and up is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning Aug. 7. |
| Ice Cream Sundae Bingo Program for 50 Plus is July 31 at RPCC |
| 07/09/2008 |
| Ice cream and bingo are themes of a late-summer special event being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Yoga for Arthritis workshop begins July 28 |
| 07/02/2008 |
| Gentle postures and breathing techniques to ease joint pain for persons with arthritis will be taught during a new program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recrea... |
| Space available in American Girl® Camp sessions starting July 21 & 28 |
| 07/02/2008 |
| Space is still available in the final two weeks of American Girl® Art Camp for girls are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The last two camp sessions begin July 21 and 28. |
| Eleventh annual golf tournament to benefit local Special Olympians set for Thursday, July 24 |
| 07/02/2008 |
| Spaces are still available for participation in the eleventh annual Special Olympics Golf Classic. |
| Free T.A.K.E. Self Defense Program for ages 12 and older to be presented July 26 at Heartland Elementary |
| 07/02/2008 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to conduct last of three |
| 07/02/2008 |
| All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on Saturday, July 26, at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa.... |
| New Yoga for Diabetes Workshop offered for ages 50 plus |
| 06/25/2008 |
| Persons dealing with Diabetes can compliment their regular maintenance regiment with yoga through a new program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation Distri... |
| Athletic Training Center offers Drop-In Racquetball |
| 06/25/2008 |
| Racquetball Come When You Want To is the name of a punch card-based program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at its Athletic Training Center, 9301 W. 73rd St., Merriam.... |
| Wallace State Park is Site of final Summer Adventure Walk for 50 Plus |
| 06/25/2008 |
| Wallace State Park near Cameron, Missouri, will be the last of four destinations to be visited this year as part of Summer Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County... |
| Third Overnight Fishing Opportunity at Shawnee Mission Park is July 19 |
| 06/25/2008 |
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The third of four overnight fishing opportunities planned this summer will take place on July 19 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. After 11 p.m., the park will... |
| Flag Football Camp Offered for Boys Starting July 21 |
| 06/25/2008 |
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July 16 is the registration deadline for a Flag Football Camp being offered by boys in Grades One through six by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This camp is designed to provid... |
| Tim and Nicole DeBoom to participate in Shawnee Mission Triathlon |
| 06/25/2008 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District and the TriKC Triathlon Club are pleased to announce that the currently ranked number one long distance triathlete and one of the greatest triathletes o... |
| New Beauty and the beast Sing Along program offered for youth at The Theatre in the Park |
| 06/18/2008 |
| Youth can join Belle, Mrs. Potts, and Chip the Tea Cup on stage at The Theatre in the Park during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program takes pla... |
| Registrations now being taken for Shawnee Mission Triathlon on July 13 |
| 06/18/2008 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the 24th Annual Shawnee Mission Triathlon. The event will take place Sunday, July 13, in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Entries will be lim... |
| Final two summer sessions of Animal Tales Storytime are July 9 & 23 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 06/18/2008 |
| The final two summer sessions of Animal Tales Storytime at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe will take place during July. |
| Ernie Miller Park offers amphitheater programs during July |
| 06/18/2008 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater on Friday evenings during July for educational and entertaining programs. The programs begin at 7 p... |
| Art Fest seeks Johnson County artists for annual exhibit |
| 06/13/2008 |
| Entries are now being accepted for Art Fest 2008, an exhibit which will showcase Johnson County artists at the Ernie Miller Nature Center from Nov. 2-23. The entry deadline for the fourth annual exhi... |
| T-Ball Program Offered For Age 4 Beginning July 7 |
| 06/11/2008 |
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Helping parents teach young children the developmental skills needed for baseball is the aim of an instructional program starting in July. The program is called Introduction to Sports - T-Ball ... |
| T-Ball and Saturday T-Ball offered for youth |
| 06/11/2008 |
| Separate T-Ball and Saturday T-Ball programs for ages five through seven are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early June. Search for the keywords "baseball... |
| Learn to Swim Classes for youth offered beginning July 7 |
| 06/11/2008 |
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The next session of Learn to Swim Classes for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District begin at two locations starting July 7. In all, eight different levels of Le... |
| Free AARP 10-week Walking Program begins July 9 in Antioch Park |
| 06/11/2008 |
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Area residents of all ages can join thousands of their fellow Americans in a national walk for health program being offered in Johnson County this summer. The American Association of Retired Pe... |
| Open Water Swimming Available Tuesday and Thursday nights |
| 06/11/2008 |
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Triathletes and others interested in getting some open water swim practice can do so every Tuesday and Thursday night at the Shawnee Mission Park Beach, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Beginning Jun... |
| Sailing II Class offered for adults starting July 8 |
| 06/11/2008 |
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Intermediate skills for sailing will be covered through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The class is called Sailing II and is for ages 18 and older. P... |
| Girls Volleyball Camp begins July 7 in Shawnee |
| 06/11/2008 |
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Registrations are now being taken for a Girls Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is for girls entering grades three through nine duri... |
| Youth Outdoor Soccer Signups Now Being Taken for Fall |
| 06/04/2008 |
| Signups are now being taken for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Youth Outdoor Soccer program. This program is for boys and girls ages four to 13 and most play will take place at Thom... |
| Pomona Lake's Blackhawk Trail is site of second Summer Adventure Walk for 50 Plus |
| 06/04/2008 |
| The Blackhawk Trail at Pomona Lake south of Topeka will be the second of four destinations to be visited this year as part of Summer Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the John... |
| New intergenerational Geocaching Treasure Hunt set for June 23 at Matt Ross Community Center |
| 06/04/2008 |
| Bring the grandkids and come try out a new kind of treasure hunt using Global Positioning System (GPS) technology during a new program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Par... |
| Splash 4 Cash event for youth is July 4 at Roeland Park Aquatic Center |
| 06/04/2008 |
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Splash 4 Cash is the name of a new special event for youth planned for July 4 at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center (RPAC), 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. For this event, about $100 in change will b... |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to conduct second of two |
| 06/04/2008 |
| All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on Saturday, June 21, at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa.... |
| First Great American Family Campout is June 28 in Shawnee Mission Park |
| 05/28/2008 |
| What could be better than a family campout right here in Johnson County? A new program being offered by the Children's Services Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will give ... |
| Second Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2008 at Shawnee Mission Park is June 21 |
| 05/28/2008 |
| The second of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2008 will take place on June 21. After 11 p.m. on that date, the park will be open strictly for fishing o... |
| Grillin’ and Chillin’ With the Grandkids program offered at Roeland Park 50 Plus on June 26 |
| 05/28/2008 |
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Grandparents can have some summertime fun with their grandchildren during an intergenerational program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Now in its third year, t... |
| JCPRD Community Charities Golf Tournaments to take place June 27 at Heritage Park Golf Course |
| 05/28/2008 |
| Space is still available for participation in a June 27 golf tournament to benefit Johnson County Park and Recreation District charity efforts. This event will take place on Friday, June 27, at the He... |
| Parent & Child Twilight Hike offered on June 27 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 05/28/2008 |
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An intergenerational program being offered in late June at Ernie Miller Park allows children ages two to six with a parent or guardian to explore park trails as the sun sets. The program is cal... |
| Fourth Annual KidFest is June 21 at Antioch Park |
| 05/21/2008 |
| Now it its fourth year, the KidFest event will be back from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 21. This event is being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Children's Service's Depart... |
| Fifth Annual Paws in the Park is June 21 at new location - event moves to the Shawnee Mission Park Beach |
| 05/21/2008 |
| Now in its fifth year, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Paws in the Park Dog Contest will take place on June 21 at a new location. This year's event will take place from 9 a.m. to 2 p... |
| Eleventh Annual Kids' Fishing Rodeo for ages 12 and under is June 21 At Shawnee Mission Park |
| 05/21/2008 |
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The eleventh Annual Kids Fishing Rodeo at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 21. This event is free to the public and is b... |
| Red Hat Night at The Theatre in the Park's June 19 performance of |
| 05/21/2008 |
| An organized evening outing of Red Hat sisters to a performance of "Oklahoma!" at The Theatre in the Park, 7710 Renner Road, Shawnee, is being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County P... |
| AARP 10-week walking program lands in Johnson County this summer - 50 plus encouraged to sign up for free program |
| 05/21/2008 |
| AARP and the National Recreation and Park Association (NRPA) announced recently that the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will host one of twenty pilot 10-Week Wal... |
| Summer Adventure Walks for 50 Plus start June 18 with Trip to Watkin's Mill |
| 05/21/2008 |
| Watkins Woolen Mill State Park near Lawson, Mo., will be the first of four destinations to be visited this year as part of Summer Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson... |
| JCPRD beaches & marinas opening soon |
| 05/21/2008 |
| Two beaches and three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District are scheduled to open for summer use beginning in late May. The facilities include: The Shawnee Mission Park B... |
| New Summer Fun Cookout for all ages planned for June 20 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 05/21/2008 |
| Have some summer fun by joining the Olathe 50 Plus program and the Boys & Girls Club for a cookout in the park being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation Distric... |
| Sailboarding Class offered for ages 16 and older begins June 21 |
| 05/21/2008 |
| Experience the excitement of surfing, combined with the speed of sailing while learning the Olympic sport of sailboarding through a summer class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation... |
| New Park Master Plan Meetings on three properties set for early June in De Soto and Olathe |
| 05/17/2008 |
| Members of the public are invited to attend two workshops meant to provide opportunities for input on new master plans for Sunflower Nature Park in Edgerton, as well as two relatively large future par... |
| New Intergenerational Geocaching in the Parks program begins in June |
| 05/16/2008 |
| Using a Global Positioning System (GPS) to locate hidden caches in Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks is the goal of a new series of intergenerational programs being offered beginning i... |
| 50 Plus Plans Adventure Walk at Powell Gardens on June 12 |
| 05/16/2008 |
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Powell Gardens is the destination for an adventure walk being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District on Thursday, June 12. Participants will visit... |
| Bubble Makers and Airplane Excitement program In June 11 |
| 05/16/2008 |
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Paper Airplanes and Soap Bubbles are two favorite outdoor summer activities and the topics of a program for youth being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District Bubble Maker... |
| New 50 Plus Disc Golf Lesson and League offered during June |
| 05/16/2008 |
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Disc Golf is the subject of two new programs begin offered in June by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. In this popular sport, players throw a disc int... |
| Get Organized with New Cutting Clutter seminar on June 10 |
| 05/16/2008 |
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Are you overwhelmed by clutter? If so, come meet a professional organizer through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is called Cutting... |
| Learn to Dive Level 1 & 2 classes offered for youth beginning June 9 |
| 05/14/2008 |
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Looking to participate in a challenging and fun activity this summer. The Johnson County Park and Recreation District is offering two levels of Learn to Dive classes this summer. Offered are Le... |
| Pirate Treasure Hunt is Theme of Art Camp beginning June 9 & 16 |
| 05/14/2008 |
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A pirate treasure hunt is the theme of an art camp for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early June. The program is called Pirate Treasure Hunt Camp and ... |
| Knights in Shining Armor program offered for youth on June 9 |
| 05/14/2008 |
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Brave young ones seeking knighthood are called to the round table through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District called Knights in Shining Armor. This progra... |
| Girls Volleyball Camp begins June 9 in Shawnee |
| 05/14/2008 |
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Registrations are now being taken for a Girls Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is for girls entering grades three through nine duri... |
| Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater Programs offered on June 6 & 20 |
| 05/09/2008 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater on Friday evenings during June for educational and entertaining programs. The programs last about a... |
| Free Fishing Weekend at JCPRD Parks is June 7 & 8 |
| 05/09/2008 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District has established the weekend of Saturday, June 7, and Sunday, June 8 as the annual Free Fishing Weekend in District parks. This will coincide with the st... |
| Beginning Adult Swim Lessons offered beginning June 4 |
| 05/09/2008 |
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Adults who want to become safe in or around the water can do so through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Beginning and intermediate Adult Swim Lessons a... |
| 50 plus walkers will picnic at Shawnee Mission Park, hike along streamway for June 4 outing |
| 05/09/2008 |
| A picnic in Shawnee Mission Park and a hike in the nearby Mill Creek Streamway Park are planned for June 4 as an adventure walk being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and R... |
| Summer season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions begins June 4 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 05/09/2008 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning soon at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invit... |
| T-Ball and Saturday T-Ball offered for youth |
| 05/07/2008 |
| Separate T-Ball and Saturday T-Ball programs for ages five through seven are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early June. Search for the keywords "baseball... |
| May 23 is Registration Deadline for Jayhawk Baseball Camp |
| 05/07/2008 |
| Boys entering grades one through five during the 200-09 school year are invited to participate in a Jayhawk Baseball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The registra... |
| First Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2008 at Shawnee Mission Park is May 31 |
| 05/07/2008 |
| The first of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2008 will take place on May 31. After 11 p.m. on that date, the park will be open strictly for fishing onl... |
| Stingrays Summer Swim Team for youth begins June 2 |
| 05/07/2008 |
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Youth of all ability levels are invited to join a summer league swim team based at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center, 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park. The program is called the Stingrays Swim Team an... |
| Sailing I Class Offered for adults beginning May 27 |
| 04/30/2008 |
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Learn the basic skills of sailing through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Sailing I is for ages 18 and older. Participants will learn about types of bo... |
| Pickleball Intramurals offered every Tuesday at Matt Ross Community Center |
| 04/30/2008 |
| Weekly Pickleball Intramurals are offered every Tuesday morning at the Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty, Overland Park. This program is offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Pa... |
| First of Two Presentations of T.A.K.E. Self Defense Program on the Field at Kauffman Stadium is May 17 |
| 04/30/2008 |
| Two dates have been scheduled this year for presentation of The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Seminars on the playing field at Kauffman Stadium. The Kansas City Royals, 98.1 KUDL, and the Johnson Co... |
| First of Two Presentations of T.A.K.E. Self Defense Program on the Field at Kauffman Stadium is May 17 |
| 04/30/2008 |
| Two dates have been scheduled this year for presentation of The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Seminars on the playing field at Kauffman Stadium. The Kansas City Royals, 98.1 KUDL, and the Johnson Co... |
| Annual In Step and In Shape Walk & Health Expo is May 28 |
| 04/30/2008 |
| Join a celebration of good health and fitness for mature active adults when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District presents its 13th annual In Step and In Shape Walk and Health Expo on May 28... |
| Openings remain for Outdoor Discovery Camp at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 04/24/2008 |
| Letting children have experiences exploring wild places, building forts in the forest, and developing a closeness to nature are among goals of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Outdoor... |
| Registrations being taken for Bikesource Duathlon & Triathlon at Heritage Park on May 18 |
| 04/24/2008 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the BikeSource Duathlon and Triathlon at Heritage Park, which will take place beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 18, in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, ... |
| Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival is May 17 at Antioch Park |
| 04/24/2008 |
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Arts and crafts of all types will be on display when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District conducts its twenty-third annual arts and crafts festival, The Summertime Arts & Craft Festival. |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to conduct first of two |
| 04/23/2008 |
| All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on Saturday, May 17, at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa.<... |
| Middleton is JCPRD's new Planning and Development Manager |
| 04/23/2008 |
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Longtime Johnson County Park and Recreation District Landscape Architect Cliff Middleton has been promoted to Planning and Development Manager. Middleton officially stepped into his new positio... |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center to close for summer preparations |
| 04/23/2008 |
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The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will close to the public for portions of two weeks as annual preparations are made for the facility's summer season. The RPAC, which is located at 4843 Rosewood ... |
| Dine, Dish and Of Course....Dessert event for Red Hatters is May 22 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 04/23/2008 |
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Dine, Dish and of Course....Dessert is the name of an event for area Red Hatters being offered in late May by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Partici... |
| Property Donation Proposal Presented to JCPRD Board |
| 04/19/2008 |
| An area resident has presented a proposal to give the Johnson County Park and Recreation District use of slightly more than 60 acres to build a streamway park along a portion of Camp Branch Creek. If ... |
| Spring Wildflower & Butterfly Walk Offered for Adults on May 10 |
| 04/16/2008 |
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If you've ever wanted to learn more about native wildflowers, a Spring Wildflower & Butterfly Walk being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. This program is for... |
| Family Kayak Lessons offered on May 14 and 21 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 04/16/2008 |
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Learn the basics of flatwater kayaking through an introductory workshop being offered twice in May by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Family Kayak Lessons are for ages 10 and ... |
| Overland Park Arboretum is site for final 50 Plus Spring Hike on May 14 |
| 04/16/2008 |
| The Overland Park Arboretum is the final location to be visited for this year's Spring Hikes being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. These hikes are... |
| KC Wildlands Sets May 3 Workday at Ernie Miller Park |
| 04/09/2008 |
| A prairie remnant at Ernie Miller Park is one of three sites for community restoration work which will take place during a Kansas City Wildlands workday planned from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 3.... |
| Basic Drama class offered for youth beginning May 3 |
| 04/09/2008 |
| Youth can get basic instruction in the theater skills of movement, voice, diction, improvisation, and script reading through a program being offered in early May by the Johnson County Park and Recreat... |
| High School Swim Training offered in early May |
| 04/09/2008 |
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High-school-age participants can get a jump on the swim season or keep up their speed and skills through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program... |
| Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Continue During May at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 04/09/2008 |
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Lizards and bunnies are the themes of the final two spring Animal Tales Storytime sessions planned at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Ani... |
| 50 plus plans hike on the Katy Trail on May 8 |
| 04/09/2008 |
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An opportunity to hike on a portion of Missouri's Katy trail is being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early May. The program is called K... |
| Spring Hikes for 50 Plus continue on April 24 and 30 |
| 04/02/2008 |
| The Parkville Nature Sanctuary and Missouri's Knob Noster State Park are the next two destinations to be visited as part of Spring Hikes being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County P... |
| La Grande Birding Fiesta is April 26 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 04/02/2008 |
| A south-of-the-border fiesta to welcome back hummingbirds, orioles, warblers, and other feathered friends after their winter vacation in Latin America is the theme of a special event scheduled in late... |
| Breakfast & Bargain Bonanza is April 26 at RPCC |
| 04/02/2008 |
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A huge community garage sale is being planned for April 26 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. The program is called Breakfast & Bargains Bonanza and is will begi... |
| Mildale Farm Community Day set for April 26 |
| 04/02/2008 |
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The public will have an opportunity to fish and explore the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Mildale Farm property during a Mildale Farm Community Day set for April 26. The event i... |
| Panzon's Restaurant to hold Twelfth Annual Fundraiser to benefit local Special Olympians on April 27 |
| 04/02/2008 |
| Panzon’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 8710 Lackman Road, Lenexa, will hold its twelfth annual fundraiser to benefit the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Special Olympics Program from no... |
| JCPRD Summer Catalog Available After April 28 |
| 04/02/2008 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Summer ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of April 28. The free quarterly publication lists more than 500 programs offered by the District ... |
| Artists sought for Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival on May 17 |
| 04/02/2008 |
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Craftspersons and artists of all types are invited to enter the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's twenty-third annual spring arts and crafts show, The Summertime Arts & Crafts Show. |
| Free Duathlon and Triathlon Training Workshop is April 30 |
| 04/02/2008 |
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Want to know what kind of training is needed to prepare for a triathlon? A free workshop being offered by BikeSource and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. During this wo... |
| Personal Trainer program offered by appointment for 50 plus in Olathe |
| 03/26/2008 |
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One-on-one sessions with a personal trainer in Olathe are offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. During Personal Trainer sessions, the trainer wi... |
| Ali Kemp self defense seminar slated in April at Kansas City's Gregg Klice and Hillcrest Community Centers |
| 03/26/2008 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| Visit Ernie Miller Nature Center to participate in Passport to Adventure 2008 beginning April 20 |
| 03/26/2008 |
| Gather your family and pick up your Passport to Adventure for the Interpretive Site Coalition of Kansas City's thirteenth annual event at the Ernie Miller Nature Center or at any of 15 other sites in ... |
| Introduction to Irish Dance class offered for youth on April 19 |
| 03/26/2008 |
| Irish Ceili (pronounced kay-lee) dancing is not only "O'erobic," but also great fun! A new class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will introduce youth ages eight to 11 ... |
| Yang Style Tai Chi in the Park Offered for Adults at Antioch Park |
| 03/26/2008 |
| Experience Tai Chi in the outdoor setting at Antioch Park during a new program being offered for adults being offered beginning in mid-April by the Experience Tai Chi in the outdoor setting of Antio... |
| Shawnee Mission Park Off-Leash Area now open, road across dam reopens March 25 |
| 03/24/2008 |
| The Shawnee Mission Park Dog Off-Leash area is now open for public use during regular park hours, effective March 24. Also scheduled for reopening on Wednesday, March 25, is the road across the dam at... |
| Bill Maasen is JCPRD's new Superintendent of Parks & Golf Courses |
| 03/19/2008 |
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Longtime employee Bill Maasen has been selected to serve as the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's next Superintendent of Parks and Golf Courses. Maasen, who is currently Planning an... |
| Public invited to TimberRidge Adventure Center Open House on April 12 |
| 03/19/2008 |
| The public can come see and experience the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's TimberRidge Adventure Center during an Open House scheduled for April 12. Also on the same day, a related Open ... |
| Money Management From a Women's Perspective Program offered on April 9 |
| 03/19/2008 |
| Financial Advisors from Waddell & Reed Inc. will explain the basics every woman needs to know about financial health during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District.<... |
| Home School Sensations art class offered beginning April 10 |
| 03/19/2008 |
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A Home School Sensations Art Class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is meant to expand and supplement home schooling efforts. This program is for children six t... |
| Orienteering workshop offered on April 12 |
| 03/19/2008 |
| Do you enjoy hiking cross-country but fear losing your way? If so, join the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for a Map and Compass Workshop beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 12 at the ... |
| Dancing With Disney I & II offered for ages 3-6 starting April 5 |
| 03/19/2008 |
| Youth ages three to six can have fun learning the basics of tap, ballet and tumbling to the beat of various Disney songs during two classes being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation Dist... |
| Acting it Out Theater class offered for ages 6-8 beginning April 5 |
| 03/19/2008 |
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Games and exercises meant to increase self-esteem and awareness are part of an acting class for the very young being offered in early April by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. T... |
| Dancing With Disney I & II offered for ages 3-6 starting April 5 |
| 03/12/2008 |
| Youth ages three to six can have fun learning the basics of tap, ballet and tumbling to the beat of various Disney songs during two classes being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation Dist... |
| Self defense program for Ages 12 and older to be presented on April 5 in Olathe by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation |
| 03/12/2008 |
| A self-defense program meant to help women and girls fight the kind of violence which killed a 19-year-old Leawood resident during the summer of 2002 is being offered at an Olathe location in early Ap... |
| Introduction to Sports - Outdoor Soccer begins April 5 |
| 03/12/2008 |
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Helping parents teach young children the developmental skills needed for soccer is the aim of an instructional program starting April 5. The program is called Introduction to Sports - Outdoor S... |
| Women's Golf Association and Working Ladies Golf League both get under way at Tomahawk Hills Golf Course in early April |
| 03/12/2008 |
| Two separate women's' golf groups which both play at the Tomahawk Hills Golf Course, 17501 Midland Drive, Shawnee, are beginning their seasons in early April. The groups are the Tomahawk Hills Women's... |
| Lifeguard Training offered beginning March 30 and April 7 |
| 03/05/2008 |
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Lifeguard training classes are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in late march and early April at two times and locations. Lifeguard training is for age... |
| JCPRD Early Childhood Development Centers to conduct Open House and registration on April 2 |
| 03/05/2008 |
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Open houses will be conducted from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 2, at all four of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Early Childhood Development Centers. During the open h... |
| First Kicks Soccer program offered for ages 3-6 begining March 29 |
| 03/05/2008 |
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A fun introduction to the basics of soccer is in store for youth ages three to five who participate in a spring program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The pro... |
| JCPRD's Chad Tower now a USA-Triathlon Certified Race Director |
| 02/29/2008 |
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The director of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's three duathlon/triathlons recently joined less then 100 people from across the country who have become certified race directors. |
| Volunteers sought to help prepare The Theatre in the Park facility for 2008 season |
| 02/29/2008 |
| Instead of a single opportunity for volunteers to help get the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's The Theatre in the Park facility ready for its summer season, this year, multiple opportuni... |
| After 28 years, Superintendent of Parks Bill Cobb retires from JCPRD as of March 21 |
| 02/29/2008 |
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After more than 28 years with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District, Superintendent of Parks and Golf Courses Bill Cobb has announced he'll be retiring on March 21. Cobb said he's loo... |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center park naturalist garners two awards |
| 02/29/2008 |
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This spring, Park Naturalist Andrea Johnson of the Ernie Miller Nature Center is the recipient of two different awards recognizing her as an outstanding young professional in the interpretive field. |
| Soccer Academy offered for ages 4-12 beginning March 26 |
| 02/27/2008 |
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Helping young soccer players develop their fundamentals and knowledge of the game is the aim of a program being offered in late March by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Soccer ... |
| Intergenerational Easter Mosaic Program offered on March 18 |
| 02/27/2008 |
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Participants can make beautiful mosaic decorations to celebrate the Easter season through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is called East... |
| Spring Break Challenger Skillbuilder Camps for ages 5-8 begin in mid-March |
| 02/27/2008 |
| Providing boys and girls ages five to eight opportunities to develop fundamental skills in a number of popular sports is the aim of Challenger Skillbuilder Camps being offered during Spring Break by t... |
| New intergenerational American Girl© Tea Party is March 19 |
| 02/27/2008 |
| Girls ages four to 12 are invited to bring their mother or grandmother and their doll to participate in an American Girl© Tea Party being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District on ... |
| Self Defense program for ages 12 and older to be presented at KC North Community Center on March 20 |
| 02/27/2008 |
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Kansas City Missouri Park and Recreation's KC North Community Center will be the site of a free self defense seminar scheduled for March 20. This program is being presented by The Ali Kemp Educ... |
| Spring Break Volleyball Camp for grades 3-8 begins March 17 |
| 02/27/2008 |
| Providing boys and girls in grades three through eight with basic skills in the game of volleyball is the goal of a Spring Break Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation... |
| VHS tapes can be submitted for The Theatre in the Park auditions |
| 02/25/2008 |
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An additional option is being offered for those who want to audition for The Theatre in the Park’s 2008 summer season but will be unable to attend auditions on March 1 and 2. VHS audition tapes... |
| Squaw Creek Birdwatching Trip offered by Johnson County Park and Recreation District on March 15 |
| 02/20/2008 |
| Join the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for a late winter birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, March 15. The trip will depart from the north side of ... |
| New Take Control Now program offered for youth starting March 16 |
| 02/20/2008 |
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Parents can help their children take control of their healthy choices through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program is called Take Control ... |
| Spring Break Trout Stocking set for March 14 |
| 02/20/2008 |
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An additional 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be released into two Johnson County Park and Recreation District lakes during a supplemental stocking in mid-March. The public is invited to wat... |
| Spring Fling Fun offers nature-related Activities during Spring Break, March 17-21 |
| 02/20/2008 |
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Bored during Spring Break Week? Bring your family and friends to Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, for a fun and educational program Each day during Spring Break ... |
| New Leaping Leprechauns program for ages 3-5 offered on March 14 |
| 02/20/2008 |
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Children ages three to five can celebrate St. Patty's Day with a new class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District called Leaping Leprechauns. During this program, part... |
| March 2 is deadline for 18th annual St. Patrick's Volleyball Tournament |
| 02/20/2008 |
| March 2 is the deadline for teams wishing to register for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 18th Annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball, which will take place on March 15 at the Roeland P... |
| The Theatre in the Park 2008 Auditions set for March 1 & 2 |
| 02/13/2008 |
| Auditions for Theatre in the Park’s 2008 summer season of musicals have been set for early March. All of this year’s auditions will take place at the Leawood Middle School, 2410 W. 123rd St., Leawood.... |
| Spring Season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions begins March 5 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 02/13/2008 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to... |
| 50 Plus plans Men's Follies at JCCC on March 9 |
| 02/12/2008 |
| Talented men who can wow the crowd with their singing, dancing, and comedy talents will take the stage during the the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 50 Plus Department's second annual M... |
| March 5 is registration deadline for Barnstormers Spring Break Baseball Camp |
| 02/08/2008 |
| Boys in grades one through six are invited to participate in a Barnstormers Spring Break Baseball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District over Spring Break Week, March 17... |
| Spring Hikes for 50 Plus begin March 5 with Rails to Trails trip |
| 02/08/2008 |
| The Ottawa segment of the Prairie Spirit Trail will be the first of seven destinations to be visited this year as part of Spring Nature Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson Cou... |
| Biddy Basketball Clinic & Advanced Clinic Both begin March 1 |
| 02/06/2008 |
| Biddy Basketball programs for girls and boys ages five to seven are being offered in early March by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. For ages five to seven, a Biddy Basketball Clinic i... |
| Adult Beginning and Intermediate Golf Lessons Begin March 1 |
| 02/06/2008 |
| Beginning and intermediate golf lessons are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early March. Golf lessons are for adults 18 and older and are instructed by PG... |
| New Pickleball Lesson and Intramurals offered in early March at Matt Ross Community Center |
| 02/06/2008 |
| Pickleball is the subject of two new programs begin offered in early March by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Both will take place at the Matt Ross Community... |
| Bird House Workshop offered for families on March 1 |
| 02/06/2008 |
| Attract birds like wrens and chickadees to your yard by putting up a birdhouse you and your family can build through a Bird House Workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation Distr... |
| Storybook Tales Theater program for youth begins March 1 |
| 02/06/2008 |
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Storybook Tales is the name of a beginning drama program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Designed for young thespians ages five through seven, this p... |
| JCPRD Summer Park Hours Begin March 1 |
| 02/06/2008 |
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Summer hours of 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. go into effect March 1 for many Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks. These summer hours will stay in effect through Oct. 31. District parks impac... |
| KC Wildlands Sets Feb. 23 Workday at Ernie Miller Park and other metro park sites |
| 01/30/2008 |
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"Long Johns and Loppers" is the theme for a Kansas City Wildlands workday been scheduled for the afternoon of Sunday, Feb. 23, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Ernie Miller Park, 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stockings set for Feb. 20 |
| 01/30/2008 |
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The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late February. Approximately 4,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be stocked in... |
| Pollard is New 50 Plus Manager for Johnson County Park and Recreation District |
| 01/30/2008 |
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Rhonda Pollard of Lenexa has been named the next 50 Plus Manager for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Pollard has worked as the District’s Overland Park 50 Plus Director since F... |
| JCPRD Children's Services Sites in Gardner Receive Literacy Grant for New Program |
| 01/30/2008 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Children's Services Department recently received a grant of $500 to be used to establish a new program meant to get younger children excited about rea... |
| Digital Management class offered for adults on Feb. 20 |
| 01/30/2008 |
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If you have images and files stored on your computer and you don't know what to do with them, a computer class for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. ... |
| James Azeltine is JCPRD Board Chair for 2008 |
| 01/28/2008 |
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James Azeltine of Leawood was recently elected by his fellow Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board of Commission members to serve as chair during 2008. "My goal as chair is to maint... |
| Be a part of annual national bird count at free Great Backyard Bird Count event on Feb. 16 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 01/24/2008 |
| Stop by for 15 minutes or stay all day at a free public birding event which will take place at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Saturday, Feb. 16. This will be the first time the local nature center ... |
| Mad Science® Junior Engineers program for kids is Feb. 18 at RPCC |
| 01/23/2008 |
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Come spend a no-school day learning about structures, geodesic domes, bridges, and arches during a program for ages seven through 12 begin offered at the Roeland Park Community Center on Feb. 18. ... |
| New Red Hat Tea Event for 50 Plus is Feb. 14 at Matt Ross Community Center |
| 01/23/2008 |
| Come enjoy an afternoon of tea and treats and learn about Red Hat Society activities being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District during a new special eve... |
| Storybook Theater Program offered for youth beginning Feb.16 |
| 01/23/2008 |
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Storybook Tales is the name of a beginning drama program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Designed for young thespians ages four and one-half through ... |
| Home Buyers Seminar offered for adults on Feb. 17 |
| 01/21/2008 |
| First-time home buyers, as well as those who have not bought or sold a home in some time, can benefit from a seminar being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Home School Sensations Art Class Offered Beginning Feb. 7 |
| 01/16/2008 |
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A Home School Sensations Art Class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is meant to expand and supplement home schooling efforts. This program is for children six to... |
| Sunday Afternoon Nature Program offered during February at the Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 01/16/2008 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in February for Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs for educational and entertaining programs. The program... |
| JCPRD Spring Activities Catalog Available After Jan. 24 |
| 01/16/2008 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Spring ACTIVITIES catalog will be available after Jan. 24. The quarterly publication lists more than 600 programs offered by the District from March t... |
| Celebrate Laura Ingalls Wilder's birthday with Laura's Legacy program at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Feb. 9 |
| 01/16/2008 |
| Celebrating the birthday of Laura Ingalls Wilder, early Kansas Pioneer and author of the beloved "Little House on the Prairie" books, is the purpose of a special event planned at the Ernie Miller Natu... |
| New Valentine Tea Dance for 50 plus is Feb. 12 at RPCC |
| 01/16/2008 |
| Dance to live orchestra, enjoy refreshments, door prizes and the crowning of a Valentine sweetheart will take place during a new Valentine Tea Dance being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the John... |
| Registrations now being taken for Johnson County Spring Youth Soccer |
| 01/10/2008 |
| Jan. 28 is the deadline for signing up for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Spring Youth Outdoor Soccer program. This program is for boys and girls ages four to 13 and most play will ... |
| Mixed Martial Arts program offered for adults beginning Feb. 6 |
| 01/09/2008 |
| A fantastic high energy, fat burning, confidence-building workout that will give you a fighting chance against would be attackers is the promise of a mixed martial arts programs being offered for adul... |
| New Mommy & Me Mosaic Valentine Frame program offered on Feb. 2 |
| 01/09/2008 |
| Children and a parent or guardian can create a colorful mosaic picture frame for Valentines Day through a new intergenerational program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District... |
| Mother's Day Out offered at RPCC during February |
| 01/09/2008 |
| Young children will enjoy a day of creative learning and play opportunities during a Mother's Day Out program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the Roeland Park Commu... |
| Beginning Youth Racquetball class offered starting Feb. 6 |
| 01/09/2008 |
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A Beginner's Racquetball classes for ages 12 through 17 is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the Athletic Club of Overland Park, 10440 Marty, Overland Park. Th... |
| Valentine Necklace program offered for adults on Jan. 24 |
| 01/02/2008 |
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Do you have the perfect Valentine's dress but can't find the right necklace to go with it? A workshop for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. The p... |
| Introduction to eBay® Class offered for adults on Jan. 29 |
| 01/02/2008 |
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An eBay®-trained education specialist will cover all aspects of the online marketplace during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program is called I... |
| Girls can learn to make crafts and toys in new American Girl© Molly program on Jan. 26 |
| 01/02/2008 |
| Girls ages eight to 12 will learn to make practical crafts and toys from American Girl© character Molly McIntire through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District.... |
| New Money Management program offered on Jan. 29 |
| 01/02/2008 |
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Learn the basics of personal money management to reach short and long term goals from a financial advisor during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. ... |
| Melissa Wyckoff named Executive Producer for JCPRD's The Theatre in the Park |
| 12/28/2007 |
| Melissa Wyckoff has been named the new Fine and Cultural Arts Manager for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District where her duties will also include serving as Executive Producer for The Theat... |
| Yoga Program Offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center Starting Jan. 17 |
| 12/26/2007 |
| Adults can relax and reflect while participating in yoga in a natural setting through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. 909 ... |
| Two Theater Classes offered for youth beginning Jan. 19 |
| 12/26/2007 |
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Children can get an introduction to the theater through new classes offered in late January by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The classes are: Basic Drama for ages nine to 14 ... |
| Self defense program for ages 12 and Older to be presented Jan. 19 at Lee's Summit location by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation |
| 12/26/2007 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| New Calligraphy class for adults begins Jan. 19 |
| 12/26/2007 |
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Learn the art of beautiful lettering through an adult calligraphy class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in late January. This class will take place at... |
| Home Buyers Seminar offered for adults on Jan. 22 |
| 12/26/2007 |
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First-time home buyers, as well as those who have not bought or sold a home in some time, can benefit from a seminar being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This prog... |
| Web Site Design class offered for adults Starting Jan. 9 |
| 12/19/2007 |
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An interactive class teaching the basics of building and publishing a web site is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early January. The program is called Web De... |
| New Women's Triathlon and Expo set for Sept. 13 at Kill Creek Park |
| 12/19/2007 |
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Olathe Medical Center recently signed on as the title sponsor for a new women's triathlon being planned by The Johnson County Park and Recreation District for September 2008. The first-ever eve... |
| TuTu Ballerinas /Budding Ballerinas classes offered for girls beginning Jan. 12 |
| 12/19/2007 |
| Basic instruction in beginning ballet is offered for girls ages three-and-one-half to five years and ages five to eight through two classes being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation Dist... |
| Clay Creations & Pottery Throwing classes for youth start Jan. 12 |
| 12/19/2007 |
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Two clay classes for youth are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning Jan. 12 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. The classes ... |
| College Planning Finance program offered on Jan. 15 |
| 12/19/2007 |
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Learn how to get started saving toward your family's educational goals from a financial advisor during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Shinfen Ci... |
| Itty Biddy Soccer Clinic offered in early January |
| 12/12/2007 |
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A program meant to teach young children the basics of soccer is being offered in early January by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program is called Itty Biddy Soccer Clini... |
| Itty Biddy & Biddy Basketball programs offered in early January |
| 12/12/2007 |
| Three instructional basketball programs for young children are being offered in early January by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The programs are: Itty Biddy Basketball Clinic for boy... |
| Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs begin Jan. 7 at Ernie Miller Nature Center, Olathe |
| 12/12/2007 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in January for Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs for educational and entertaining programs. The programs... |
| Mother's Day Out offered at RPCC during January |
| 12/12/2007 |
| Young children will enjoy a day of creative learning and play opportunities during a Mother's Day Out program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the Roeland Park Commu... |
| Potter's Delight adult beginning pottery class begins Jan. 9 |
| 12/12/2007 |
| Create original pottery, both functional and fun, in Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Potter's Delight beginning pottery class for adults 16 and older. Participants will learn creative de... |
| Mixed Martial Arts program offered for adults beginning Jan. 2 |
| 12/05/2007 |
| A fantastic high energy, fat burning, confidence-building workout that will give you a fighting chance against would be attackers is the promise of a mixed martial arts programs being offered for adul... |
| Aqua Energy class offered for adults starting Jan. 4 |
| 12/05/2007 |
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A challenging water fitness class for ages 14 and older is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early January. The program is called Aqua Energy is for ... |
| Dancing With Disney I & II offered for ages 3-6 starting Jan. 5 |
| 12/05/2007 |
| Youth ages three to six can have fun learning the basics of tap, ballet and tumbling to the beat of various Disney songs during two classes being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation Dist... |
| High School Musical Program offered for youth beginning Jan. 5 |
| 12/05/2007 |
| Youth ages eight to 12 can learn to dance and jump like the students in the movies "High School Musical" and Jump In" through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District... |
| George Washington at Valley Forge outreach program available from Ernie Miller Nature Center through January |
| 11/28/2007 |
| The trials and accomplishments of George Washington and his Continental Army during the brutal winter of 1777 is the subject of a living history presentation being offered for groups by interpretive s... |
| Johnson County Park and Recreation District will again recycle Christmas trees at three locations beginning Dec. 26 |
| 11/28/2007 |
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The Johnson County Park and Recreation District will again be accepted post-holiday contributions of discarded natural Christmas trees at three locations. Collection sites are: the northeast c... |
| Winter Break Volleyball Camp offered Dec. 26-28 for grades 3-8 |
| 11/28/2007 |
| Providing boys and girls in grades three through eight with basic skills in the game of volleyball is the goal of a Winter Break Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation... |
| Dec. 19 is Deadline for Winter Break Basketball Camp Registration |
| 11/28/2007 |
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Dec. 19 is the registration deadline for a Winter Break Basketball Camp for boys and girls in grades kindergarten through six being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. ... |
| Mad Science® Holiday Convention for kids is Dec. 28 |
| 11/28/2007 |
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The Roeland Park Community Center is the place to be for youth ages seven to 12 when the Sixth Annual Mad Science® Holiday Kids Convention takes place on Dec. 28. Offered by the Johnson County ... |
| Wildlife Presentations offered for groups by JCPRD interpretive staff |
| 11/28/2007 |
| Scouting and other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Winter can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Arra... |
| 50 Plus Plans Powell Gardens by candlelight outing on Dec. 8 |
| 11/21/2007 |
| A candlelight walk through Powell Gardens is a great way to kick off the holidays! The 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is offering an outing called Gardens by Can... |
| Self Defense program for ages 12 and older to be presented by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation in Blue Valley |
| 11/21/2007 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| Challenger Holiday soccer camp for ages 3-12 offered Dec. 20 & 27 |
| 11/21/2007 |
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A holiday version of the nationally-acclaimed summer Challenger Soccer Camp is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Challenger Holiday Soccer Camp is a special two... |
| Dec. 8 native Christmas tree event planned at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 11/21/2007 |
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Shawnee Mission Park will again serve as the metro area's only site for Kansas City WildLands' annual Red Cedar Christmas Tree Day. Eastern red cedar trees for use as Christmas trees are being... |
| Breakfast With Santa program for ages 3-5 offered on Dec. 15 |
| 11/21/2007 |
| Children three to five can bring a parent and enjoy a morning meal followed by a visit with Santa during a program called Breakfast With Santa being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation... |
| Johnson County Park Police seek owner of dog involved in biting incident |
| 11/20/2007 |
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The Johnson County Park Police are trying to locate the owner of an American Bull Terrier that bit a woman at the Stoll Park dog off-leash area on Thursday, November 15 at about 10:10 a.m. The ... |
| Winter Adventure Walks for 50 plus start Dec. 5 at Heritage Park |
| 11/14/2007 |
| Heritage Park in Olathe will be the first of six destinations to be visited this winter as part of Winter Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreat... |
| Winter Season of Animal Tales Storytime sessions begins Dec. 5 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/14/2007 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to... |
| Winter in the Wildwood puppet show planned for Dec. 1 at the Roeland Park Community Center |
| 11/07/2007 |
| Be transported to the English countryside through holiday stores based on Kenneth Grahame's The Wind in the Willows when the Stone Lion Puppet Theatre presents a performance for ages three to 12 on De... |
| Squaw Creek Eagle Days trip offered on Dec. 1 |
| 11/07/2007 |
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Visit the yearly celebration of "Eagle Days" at the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge through a birdwatching trip being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Always a p... |
| Donations of animal supplies sought through Holidays for the Animals program at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/07/2007 |
| Individuals, families and groups wanting to make a difference are invited to consider contributing a gift to the animals at the Ernie Miller Nature Center through a program called Holidays for the Ani... |
| A Visit With Santa program available for organized groups |
| 11/07/2007 |
| A popular Santa program offered as part of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's nature awareness programming is also available from Dec. 3 through 23 as an outreach program for organized ... |
| Nutcracker Dancers Class offered for ages 3 1/2-6 on Dec. 10 |
| 11/07/2007 |
| The Nutcracker Ballet with its famous music by Peter Llyich Tchaikovsky is a holiday favorite of little girls. The Nutcracker's story and beautiful music is being incorporated into a fun single-sessio... |
| Art Workshops to Go for youth offered by Johnson County Park and Recreation District |
| 10/31/2007 |
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Special arts and crafts workshops can be arranged for youth of all ages through the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Fine Arts Department. These workshops are a perfect resource fo... |
| Mill Creek Streamway Park again impassable at College Boulevard in Olathe on Friday, Nov. 2 |
| 10/31/2007 |
| The Mill Creek Streamway Park's Gary L. Haller Trail will once again be closed under a new bridge being constructed on College Boulevard on Friday, Nov. 2, Johnson County Park and Recreation District ... |
| Five Nutrition Programs offered at Athletic Training Center, Merriam |
| 10/31/2007 |
| Five nutrition-related programs, most with a licensed dietitian, are being offered on a "by appointment" basis by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Athletic Training Center, 9301 W. 73... |
| New Turkey Day Soccer camp offered for Ages 3 and 4 on Nov. 23 in Lenexa |
| 10/31/2007 |
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A new youth soccer camp being offered for ages three and four on the day after Thanksgiving gives participants to run off turkey from the day before while sharpening their skills. The program i... |
| Group Programs offered by JCPRD Interpretive Staff |
| 10/31/2007 |
| Scouting or other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Fall can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Arrange... |
| Road across Shawnee Mission Park Lake Dam to be closed for one month beginning Monday, Oct. 29 |
| 10/25/2007 |
| Due to construction on the Shawnee Mission Park Lake Dam, the road across the dam will be closed for approximately one month, tentatively beginning Monday, Oct. 29, Johnson County Park and Recreation ... |
| Final two fall Adventure Walks for 50 Plus are Nov. 7 & 15 |
| 10/24/2007 |
| The Kaw River trail in Lawrence, Kan., and the George Owens Nature Park in Independence will be the final two destinations visited this autumn as part of Fall Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 P... |
| Tellabration 2007 set for Nov. 17 At Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/24/2007 |
| Want to hear a good story? Come celebrate the International Day of Storytelling at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. This event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 17. The cost is $2 per person, including... |
| Mill Creek Streamway Park impassable at College Boulevard on Thursday, Oct. 25 |
| 10/23/2007 |
| On Thursday, Oct. 25, the Mill Creek Streamway Park's Gary L. Haller Trail will be closed under a new bridge being constructed on College Boulevard, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officia... |
| Johnson County artists to be featured Nov. 4-19 during Art Fest exhibit at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/22/2007 |
| The works of 42 Johnson County artists will be showcased during the third-annual Johnson County Art Fest exhibit opening Sunday, Nov. 4. The juried exhibition runs through Nov. 19 at the Ernie Miller... |
| 50 Plus Plans Veteran's Day Celebration and Writing Contest on Nov. 9 |
| 10/17/2007 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 50 Plus Department is planning a Veteran's Day Celebration and writing contest on Nov. 9 at the Matt Ross Community Center, 8101 Marty, Overland Park.... |
| JCPRD Children's Services Department Conducting Halloween-Themed Canned Goods Drive Through Oct. 31 |
| 10/17/2007 |
| Students enrolled in the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 25 After School Programs will Trick-or-Treat for canned goods instead of candy again this year. On Halloween they will be going d... |
| Web Site Design Class Offered for adults Starting Nov. 7 |
| 10/17/2007 |
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An interactive class teaching the basics of building and publishing a web site is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early November. The program is called Web D... |
| Potter's Delight Adult Beginning Pottery Class Begins Nov. 7 |
| 10/17/2007 |
| Create original pottery, both functional and fun, in Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Potter's Delight beginning pottery class for adults 16 and older. Participants will learn creative de... |
| Final Two Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Of Fall Season are Nov. 7 & 21 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/17/2007 |
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The last two Animal Tales Storytime sessions of the Fall season will take place at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe on Nov. 7 and 21. The P... |
| JCPRD Winter Catalog Available After Oct. 22 |
| 10/10/2007 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 68-page Winter ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of Oct. 22. The quarterly publication lists more than 400 programs offered by the Distric... |
| New Mid-Day Masquerade Dance for 50 Plus is Oct. 30 at RPCC |
| 10/10/2007 |
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Enjoy a fun-filled afternoon masquerade style during a new special event being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program is called Mid-Da... |
| Winter Hours for JCPRD Parks Begin Nov. 1 |
| 10/10/2007 |
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Hours of operation for a number of Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks will change for the winter effective Nov. 1. Winter hours are 7:30 a.m. through 8 p.m. daily. This annual re... |
| Public Hayride Offered on Nov. 4 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 10/10/2007 |
| In addition to fall hayrides for organized groups, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District offers an annual opportunity for individuals and family members to enjoy the crisp autumn air from a ... |
| Fourth Annual Children's Haunted House Offered on Oct. 28 at the Athletic Training Center |
| 10/10/2007 |
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It will be fun to be scared when the Children's Haunted House at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Athletic Training Center, 9301 W. 73rd St., Merriam, returns for a fourth year. |
| Whimsical Woods Program Planned at Ernie Miller Park on Oct. 20 |
| 10/03/2007 |
| There's nothing scary about a Halloween special event being offered at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park in late October. The program is called Whimsical Woods and is... |
| Mildale Farm Fall Fest Set For Oct. 27 |
| 10/03/2007 |
| A Fall Fest being planned by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for Oct. 27 will give members of the public an opportunity to explore the Mildale Farm property and take part in some free ... |
| Heritage & Shawnee Mission Park Trout Stocking Set for Oct. 24 |
| 10/03/2007 |
| The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes on Oct. 24. In all, 2,100 pounds of fish will be stocked, including 700 pounds at Herit... |
| Ernie Miller Park Owl Prowl Offered on Oct. 26, Nov. 2 & 3 |
| 10/03/2007 |
| Great horned, barred, and screech owls make their home in Ernie Miller Park. Come learn more about these fascinating birds during the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature ... |
| Stories by Fireside Program Offers Thrills for Two Age Groups |
| 10/03/2007 |
| Everyone loves a spooky story. A program being offered at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park in Olathe will carry on this tradition with age-appropriate stories for tw... |
| 50 Plus Plans Disney Dreams Party for All Ages on Oct. 21 |
| 10/03/2007 |
| Grab the grandkids and join the "club" as the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 50 Plus Department Mickey Mouse and the songs that turned the Disney dream into the happiest celebration on ... |
| Three Water Exercise Classes Offered For 50 Plus Beginning Oct. 15 or 16 |
| 09/27/2007 |
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Three different water exercise classes are being offered in mid-October by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The programs are: Aquacise, Abyss Bliss (fo... |
| Beginning Fly Casting Class For Adults Begins Oct. 16 |
| 09/27/2007 |
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Experience the exciting sport of fly fishing through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Beginning Fly Casting is for adults 18 and older. Participants w... |
| Poolates Water Pilates Exercise Class Offered for 50 Plus Beginning Oct. 17 |
| 09/27/2007 |
| Combining the elements of mat and apparatus-based Pilates programs with the resistance provided by water is the goal of a Poolates class being offered in mid-October by the 50 Plus Department of the J... |
| 50 Plus Plans Fall Adventure Walk on the Konza Prairie on Oct. 17 |
| 09/26/2007 |
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An opportunity to walk on the Konza Prairie Trail near Manhattan, Kan., is being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in mid-October. The progra... |
| Zumba Exercise Class Offered for 50 Plus at Four Locations in Mid-October |
| 09/19/2007 |
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Proving that it is possible to have fun while exercising is a goal of an exercise class being offered in mid-October by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Three Exercise Classes Offered For 50 Plus at Olathe Center Beginning Oct. 15 & 16 |
| 09/19/2007 |
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Three different exercise classes are being offered in mid October at the Olathe 50 Plus Center by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The programs are: Bo... |
| Mad Science® Birds & Beasts No-School Day of Fun for Ages 7-12 is Oct. 12 |
| 09/19/2007 |
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Youth can turn a no-school day into a day of fun by attending a Mad Science® program for youth being offered on Oct, 12 by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is for a... |
| Digital Management Class Offered for Adults on Oct. 16 |
| 09/19/2007 |
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If you have images and files stored on your computer and you don't know what to do with them, a computer class for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. ... |
| New Hydrodance Class Offered for 50 Plus Beginning Oct. 16 |
| 09/19/2007 |
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A unique fast-paced aquatics program being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will let participants dance their way to fitness. This new progra... |
| Oct. 10 is Registration Deadline for Pesticide Recertification Seminars Offered on Oct. 17 & 24 |
| 09/19/2007 |
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Two full-day training seminars on Pesticide Application Recertification are being offered in October by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Parks and Golf Courses Division. A sess... |
| Volunteers to Lend a Hand for historic Shawnee Mission Park clean-up |
| 09/14/2007 |
| As part of National Public Lands Day, Bridging the Gap and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District are organizing a major “Lend a Hand” volunteer effort on Saturday, September 29. The event i... |
| Twelfth Annual Kids Klassic is Oct. 6 at Heritage Park |
| 09/12/2007 |
| There is something offered for everyone when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District presents the twelfth annual Kids Klassic noncompetitive fun run/walk. The 2007 Kids Klassic is being presen... |
| JCPRD Golf Courses raise More Than $550 During First-Ever Patriot Golf Day on Sept. 1 |
| 09/12/2007 |
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The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's two public golf courses raised more than $550 during the first-ever Patriot Golf Day on Sept. 1. Patriot Golf Day was new in 2007 and enlisted ... |
| JCPRD's Maasen is NRPA Midwest Regional Council Chair-Elect |
| 09/12/2007 |
| Johnson County Park and Recreation District Planning and Development Manager Bill Maasen was recently elected to a four-year term on the Midwest Regional Council of the National Recreation and Park As... |
| Home School Sensations Art Class Offered Beginning Oct. 4 |
| 09/12/2007 |
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A Home School Sensations Art Class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is meant to expand and supplement home schooling efforts. This program is for children six to... |
| Arthritis Program to Explore Alternative Treatments on Oct. 4 |
| 09/12/2007 |
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Alternatives for relieving and preventing joint diseases will be presented during a program for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early October. This p... |
| Dancing With Disney Class Offered For Ages 3-6 Beginning Oct. 6 |
| 09/12/2007 |
| Youth ages three to six can have fun learning the basics of tap, ballet and tumbling to the beat of various Disney songs during a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District... |
| Fall Season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Continues on Oct. 3 & 17 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 09/05/2007 |
| The fall season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions will continue during October at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their par... |
| Fall Adventure Walks for 50 Plus Continue on Oct. 3 with Trip to James A. Reed Wildlife Area |
| 09/05/2007 |
| The James A. Reed Memorial Wildlife Area near Lee's Summit, Mo; will be the second of five destinations to be visited this autumn as part of Fall Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Departmen... |
| First Kicks Soccer Program Offered For Ages 3-6 Starting Sept. 29 |
| 09/05/2007 |
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A fun introduction to the basics of soccer is in store for youth ages three to six who participate in a fall program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The progra... |
| Lifeguard Training offered Starting Oct. 1 & 7 at Two Locations |
| 09/05/2007 |
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Lifeguard training classes for ages 15 and older are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early October at two times and locations. Participants will le... |
| Shawnee Mission Park Off-leash Improvements Set to Begin Sept. 4 |
| 08/29/2007 |
| Improvements to the Off-Leash Area at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa, are scheduled to begin on Sept. 4 and will make the facility unavailable until 4 p.m. weekdays through... |
| Parent & Child Night Hike Offered on Sept. 21 & 28 and Oct. 5 & 12 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/29/2007 |
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An intergenerational program being offered in late September and early October at Ernie Miller Park allows children ages two to six with a parent or guardian to explore park trails as the sun sets. |
| Fall Hayride Times Available Through Nov. 18 |
| 08/29/2007 |
| Times are still available for fall hayrides at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, or Heritage Park, 16000 Pflumm Road, Olathe. Organized hayrides for groups are available through Nov. 18... |
| Pirate Treasure Hunt is Theme of Youth Art Program on Sept. 22 |
| 08/29/2007 |
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A pirate treasure hunt is the theme of a new art program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late September. The program is called Pirate Treasure Hunt... |
| Orienteering Workshop Offered for Ages 16 and Older on Sept. 22 |
| 08/29/2007 |
| Do you enjoy hiking cross-country but fear losing your way? If so, join the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for a Map and Compass Workshop beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 22 at the ... |
| 50 Plus Plans Active Aging Week Activities on Sept. 24-28 |
| 08/29/2007 |
| Come join a week of activities celebrating Active Aging Week which are being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 50 Plus Department on Sept. 24 though 28. Each is meant to h... |
| Playground near Mill Creek Streamway Park's Wilder Road Access Point Closing Aug. 28 for Replacement |
| 08/23/2007 |
| Beginning Tuesday, Aug. 28, the playground near the Wilder Road access point to the Mill Creek Streamway Park will be closed for dismantling and replacement, Johnson County Park and Recreation Distric... |
| Butterflies and Wildflowers Walk Planned For Sept. 15 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/22/2007 |
| Adults 16 and older and children ages 10 to 15 accompanied by a parent or guardian are invited to hike Ernie Miller Park in mid-September with a park naturalist to see nature's display of wildflowers ... |
| 50 Plus Plans Fall Adventure Walk on the Katy Trail on Sept. 19 |
| 08/22/2007 |
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An opportunity to walk on a portion of Missouri's Katy trail is being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late September. The program is cal... |
| Kansas Pioneer Girl Day to Take Place Sept. 22 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/22/2007 |
| Celebrating the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder, whose "Little House on the Prairie" books were inspired by her childhood experiences in Kansas, is the aim of a special event at Ernie Miller Park that wi... |
| Wedding Bows and Decoration Workshops Offered on Sept. 13 |
| 08/22/2007 |
| Wedding bows and table decorations are the subjects of separate programs being offered for adults 18 and older by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Both programs will emphasize ways in ... |
| Two Theater Classes offered for youth Beginning Sept. 15 |
| 08/22/2007 |
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Children can get an introduction to the theater through new classes offered in late September by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The classes are: Basic Drama for ages nine to 1... |
| Yoga in Nature Program Offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center Beginning Sept. 6 |
| 08/15/2007 |
| Adults can relax and reflect while participating in yoga in a natural setting through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. 909 ... |
| Clay Creations & Pottery Throwing Classes Start Sept. 8 |
| 08/15/2007 |
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Two clay classes for youth are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning Sept. 8 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. The cla... |
| Introduction to Sports - Outdoor Soccer Begins Sept. 8 |
| 08/15/2007 |
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Helping parents teach young children the developmental skills needed for soccer is the aim of an instructional program starting Sept. 8. The program is called Introduction to Sports - Outd... |
| Three T'ai Chi Classes Offered by 50 Plus Program in early September |
| 08/15/2007 |
| Three specialized classes in the traditional Chinese relaxation exercise of T'ai Chi are being offered in early September by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District.<... |
| Zumba Exercise Class Offered for 50 Plus at three Locations in Early September |
| 08/08/2007 |
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Proving that it is possible to have fun while exercising is a goal of an exercise class being offered in early September by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Poolates Water Pilates Exercise Class Offered for 50 Plus Beginning Sept. 5 |
| 08/08/2007 |
| Combining the elements of mat and apparatus-based Pilates programs with the resistance provided by water is the goal of a Poolates class being offered in early September by the 50 Plus Department of t... |
| Fall Adventure Walks for 50 Plus Start Sept. 5 with Prairie Trip |
| 08/08/2007 |
| The tallgrass prairie near Cottonwood Fall, Kan., will be the first of five destinations to be visited this autumn as part of Fall Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnso... |
| Fall Season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Begins Sept. 5 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 08/08/2007 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to... |
| Adult Beginning and Intermediate Golf Lessons Begin Sept. 1 |
| 08/01/2007 |
| Beginning and intermediate golf lessons are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early September. Golf lessons are for adults 18 and older and are instructed b... |
| 50 Plus Plans Apple Orchard Outing on Aug. 29 |
| 08/01/2007 |
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Obtaining fresh air and apples is the goal of an outing being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late August. The program is called An... |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center Offers Live Animal Programs for Groups |
| 08/01/2007 |
| Three nature programs featuring live animals are being offered for groups by the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, or at your location in Kansas. The programs are called ... |
| New Personal Trainer Program Offered by Appointment for 50 Plus |
| 08/01/2007 |
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A new program allows 50 Plus participants to schedule a one-on-one session with a personal trainer in Olathe. The program is called Personal Trainer and is being offered by the 50 Plus Dep... |
| Kill Creek Park Beach & Marina Closing for Season on Aug. 12 |
| 07/25/2007 |
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The summer season for the beach and marina at Kill Creek Park, 11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe, will conclude on Aug. 12 this year. Until then, both the beach and the marina at Kill Creek Park wil... |
| Fourteenth Annual Feed the Need Golf Tournament Rescheduled for Aug. 17 at Heritage Park Golf Course |
| 07/25/2007 |
| Space is still available for the rescheduled Fourteenth Annual Feed the Need Golf Tournament on Friday, Aug. 17, at the Heritage Park Golf Course, 16445 Lackman Road, Olathe. The event was originally ... |
| KCFC Soccer Academy Offered For Ages 4-12 Beginning Aug. 22 |
| 07/25/2007 |
| Helping young soccer players develop their fundamentals and knowledge of the game is the aim of a program being offered by the KCFC Futbol Club Alliance and the Johnson County Park and Recreation Dist... |
| Sign Up Now for Fall Hayrides at Shawnee Mission and Heritage Parks |
| 07/25/2007 |
| The heat of Summer hasn't faded away yet, but it's still a great time to plan a group Fall hayride with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This year, rides will be offered during Septemb... |
| 50 Plus Plans Aug. 23 Brunch & Bingo Event at RPCC |
| 07/25/2007 |
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An enjoyable morning of bingo is being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late August. The event is called Brunch & Bingo and will take plac... |
| Mill Creek Streamway Park temporarily closed near College for bridge construction on Tuesday, July 24 |
| 07/23/2007 |
| Because of bridge construction over the park, the Gary L, Haller Trail in the Mill Creek Streamway Park will be closed to through traffic near College Boulevard on Tuesday, July 24, Johnson County Par... |
| New 1950's Sock Hop Dance for 50 Plus is Aug. 14 |
| 07/18/2007 |
| The dance sensation which swept the nation in the 1950s is coming back to Johnson County for a special event being planned by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District ... |
| Heritage Park Marina Set to Close for Summer on August 5 |
| 07/18/2007 |
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The summer season at the Heritage Park Marina, 16050 Pflumm, Olathe, is scheduled to conclude on Aug. 5. Until that time, the marina will be open from Noon to 6 p.m. Saturday and Sunday. The ma... |
| Mad Science® Summer Camp for Ages 7-12 is Aug. 6-10 |
| 07/18/2007 |
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A variety of fun subjects will be covered during a week-long Mad Science® summer camp program for youth being offered beginning in late July by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. ... |
| SMP Beach Closes Due to Lake Drawdown, KCP Beach Extends Hours |
| 07/18/2007 |
| Shawnee Mission Park Beach closed for the summer season on Tuesday, July 17, due to the ongoing drawdown of the lake which began more than a week before, Johnson County Park and Recreation District of... |
| JCPRD Fall ACTIVITIES Catalog Available After July 30 |
| 07/18/2007 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Fall ACTIVITIES catalog will be available after July 30. The quarterly publication lists more than 500 programs offered by the District from September... |
| New Brunch Bunch Walking Group Plans Final Summer Walk for Aug. 24 |
| 07/18/2007 |
| Giving participants an opportunity to make new friends while enjoying a variety of local trails is the aim of a new walking group being organized by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park a... |
| New Fall Youth Soccer League Kick-off Clinic is Aug. 11 |
| 07/18/2007 |
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A new Fall League Soccer Kick-off Clinic is being offered for all youth soccer players registered in the Johnson County Youth Soccer League. During this event, players ages four to 14 will be i... |
| New Introductory Fencing Camp Offered For Youth Beginning Aug. 6 |
| 07/11/2007 |
| Youth ages seven to 13 who would like an introduction to Fencing, the Olympic sport of sword fighting, are invited to attend a new introductory camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recrea... |
| Blazer Water Polo Team for ages 11 and up offered starting Aug. 7 |
| 07/11/2007 |
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A Water Polo Team for ages 11 and up is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early August. The program is called the Blazer Polo Team and is for people ... |
| Mother's Day Out Offered at RPCC beginning Aug. 6 |
| 07/11/2007 |
| Young children will enjoy a day of creative learning and play opportunities during a Mother's Day Out program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the Roeland Park Commu... |
| Lifeguard Training Class Offered for Ages 15 and Older Beginning Aug. 6 |
| 07/11/2007 |
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Lifeguard training classes for ages 15 and older are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early August. Participants will learn skills required for perf... |
| Tenth Annual Golf Tournament to Benefit Local Special Olympians Set For Thursday, July 26 |
| 07/03/2007 |
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Spaces are still available for participation in the tenth annual Special Olympics Golf Classic on July 26 at the Prairie Highlands Golf Course, 14695 S. Inverness Street, Olathe. Tournament pla... |
| Dinosaur Discovery Camp for Ages 6-9 Begins July 23 |
| 07/03/2007 |
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Children ages six to nine can journey back to dinosaur days through a new camp called Dinosaur Discovery Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Participants wil... |
| Final Summer Adventure Walk for 50 Plus is July 25 at Kill Creek Park |
| 07/03/2007 |
| Kill Creek Park in Olathe is the destination for the last Summer Adventure Walk being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. These walks are meant to giv... |
| Mad Science® Summer Camp for Ages 7-12 is July 30-Aug. 3 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 07/03/2007 |
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A variety of fun subjects will be covered during a week-long Mad Science® summer camp program for youth being offered beginning in late July by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. ... |
| Poolates Water Pilates Exercise Class Offered for 50 Plus Beginning July 18 |
| 06/27/2007 |
| Combining the elements of mat and apparatus-based Pilates programs with the resistance provided by water is the goal of a Poolates class being offered in mid-July by the 50 Plus Department of the John... |
| New Shape Up for Travelers Exercise Class Offered for 50 Plus Starting July 16 |
| 06/27/2007 |
| Helping travelers get the most out their vacations by getting in shape before they go is the goal of a new class being offered in mid-July by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recr... |
| Summer Adventure Walks for 50 Plus Continue on July 11 & 19 with Trips to Watkins Mill and Martha LaFite |
| 06/27/2007 |
| Watkins Woolen Mill State Park near Lawson, Mo., and Martha LaFite Thompson Nature Sanctuary near Liberty, Mo.; are the next two destinations to be visited as part of Summer Adventure Walks being offe... |
| Flag Football Camp Offered for Boys in Grades 1-6 Starting July 23 |
| 06/27/2007 |
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July 20 is the registration deadline for a Flag Football Camp being offered by boys in Grades One through six by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This camp is designed to provid... |
| New Gates, Temporary Closing Procedures Meant to Protect Trails Mountain BIke Trails at Shawnee Mission and Heritage Parks |
| 06/21/2007 |
| Maintaining high-quality mountain bike trails at Shawnee Mission and Kill Creek parks is the goal of new temporary trail closure procedures recently announced by Johnson County Park and Recreation Dis... |
| July 9 is Initial Deadline for Johnson County Youth Outdoor Soccer Signups |
| 06/20/2007 |
| Signups are now being taken for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Youth Outdoor Soccer program. This program is for boys and girls ages four to 13 and play will take place at: Thomas S... |
| Sailboarding Class Offered for Ages 16 and Older beginning July 14 |
| 06/20/2007 |
| Experience the excitement of surfing, combined with the speed of sailing while learning the Olympic sport of sailboarding through a summer class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation... |
| Boys' Session of Let's Get Growing Health Education Program Offered During July |
| 06/20/2007 |
| An interactive program where parents and their children can learn together about puberty, hygiene, reproduction, and social development is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation Distr... |
| Final Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2007 at Shawnee Mission Park is July 14 |
| 06/20/2007 |
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The last of three overnight fishing opportunities planned this summer will take place on July 14 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. After 11 p.m., the park will... |
| Sarah Reinersten to Participate in Shawnee Mission Triathlon on July 8 |
| 06/20/2007 |
| An athlete who runs with a prosthetic leg and whose story has inspired many not to give up on their dreams is among those planning to compete in the 23nd Annual Shawnee Mission Triathlon on July 8, Jo... |
| Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Continue During July at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 06/20/2007 |
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Fish and spiders are the themes of the final two Animal Tales Storytime sessions of the summer planned at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. |
| Shawnee Mission Triathlon Registrations Now Being Taken |
| 06/13/2007 |
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Editor's note - as of June 29, this event has reached capicity and is no longer taking registrations. Registration deadlines are approaching for the 23rd Annual Shawnee Mission Triathlon. The e... |
| Drawdown of Shawnee Mission Park Lake Set to Begin July 9 |
| 06/13/2007 |
| The previously-announced drawdown of Shawnee Mission Park Lake is scheduled to begin on July 9. Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials plan to lower the lake level by as much as 10 feet... |
| Three American Girl® Camp Sessions Offered During July |
| 06/13/2007 |
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Three more sessions of a popular American Girl® Art Camp for girls are being offered during July by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. American Girl® Art Camp allows girls ages se... |
| New July 4 Art Mural Program Offered for Youth at The Theatre in the Park |
| 06/13/2007 |
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Youth can join in the fun and create a giant mural to celebrate Independence Day before the July 4 performance of The Music Man at the Theatre in the Park, 7710 Renner Road, Shawnee. The progra... |
| Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater Programs Offered on July 6 & 13 |
| 06/13/2007 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater on Friday evenings during July for educational and entertaining programs. The programs begin at 7 p... |
| Fourteenth Annual Feed the Need Golf Tournament to Take Place June 29 at Heritage Park Golf Course |
| 06/06/2007 |
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Space is still available for participation in the Fourteenth Annual Feed the Need Golf Tournament on Friday, June 29 at the Heritage Park Golf Course, 16445 Lackman Road, Olathe. This event be... |
| Open Water Swimming Available Tuesday and Thursday Nights at Shawnee Mission Park Beach |
| 06/06/2007 |
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Triathletes and others interested in getting some open water swim practice can do so every Tuesday and Thursday night at the Shawnee Mission Park Beach, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Beginning Jun... |
| Parent & Child Twilight Hike Offered on June 29 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 06/06/2007 |
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An intergenerational program being offered in late June at Ernie Miller Park allows children ages two to six with a parent or guardian to explore park trails as the sun sets. The program is cal... |
| New Fishing Camp for Ages 11-15 Offered on July 2 & 3 |
| 06/06/2007 |
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Children who enjoy fishing but have no one to go with can take advantage of a new two-day fishing camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Fishing Camp is for age... |
| Climbing Camp for Ages 12-15 Offered on June 26-28 |
| 06/06/2007 |
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Youth can learn to climb, tie knots, and belay during a camp being offered in late June by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Climbing Camp is for ages 12 to 15 and is an opportu... |
| Second Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2007 at Shawnee Mission Park is June 23 |
| 05/30/2007 |
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The second of three overnight fishing opportunities planned this summer will take place on June 23 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. After 11 p.m., the park wi... |
| Track and Field Clinic Offered for Youth Beginning June 25 |
| 05/30/2007 |
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Instruction in track and field events is offered to youth through a Track and Field Clinic being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late June. The program is called... |
| Fourth Annual Paws in the Park is June 23 at Heritage Park |
| 05/30/2007 |
| Does your dog have a special talent? Is he/she the fastest fetcher or maybe the best dressed in town? Come put that talent on display during the Fourth Annual Paws in the Park Dog Contest, which takes... |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to Conduct Second of Two |
| 05/30/2007 |
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All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on June 23 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. Thi... |
| Grillin’ and Chillin’ With the Grandkids Program Offered at Roeland Park 50 Plus on June 28 |
| 05/30/2007 |
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Grandparents can have some summertime fun with their grandchildren during an intergenerational program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Now in its second year, ... |
| Turkey Creek Streamway Trail Dedication & Bike and Hike Event is June 2 |
| 05/24/2007 |
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Note: The following was issued jointly by The City of Merriam and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District Saturday, June 2, 2007 ~ National Trails Day 10:00AM -Noon Werner Park... |
| Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater Programs Offered on June 15 & 22 |
| 05/23/2007 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater on Friday evenings during June for educational and entertaining programs. The programs last about a... |
| Shawnee Mission Park Off-leash Improvement Plans to Be Subject of June 6 Public Information Meeting |
| 05/23/2007 |
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A public information meeting to discuss improvements planned later this year at Shawnee Mission Park’s Off-Leash Area has been set for June 6. The meeting will take place from 6 to 7:30 p.m. at... |
| KidFest Event Returning to Antioch Park on June 16 |
| 05/23/2007 |
| Following success in 2005 and 2006, the KidFest event will be back from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 16. This event is being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Children's Serv... |
| 50 Plus Walkers will Picnic at Shawnee Mission Park, Hike Along Streamway for June 13 Outing |
| 05/23/2007 |
| A picnic in Shawnee Mission Park and a hike in the nearby Mill Creek Streamway Park are planned for June 13 as an adventure walk outing being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Pa... |
| Tenth Annual kids' Fishing Rodeo for Ages 12 and Under is June 16 At Shawnee Mission Park |
| 05/23/2007 |
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The Tenth Annual Kids Fishing Rodeo at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 16. This event is free to the public and is bein... |
| American Girl® Camp Offered Beginning June 11 |
| 05/16/2007 |
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Girls ages seven to ten can step back in history through an American Girl® Art Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The American Girls Collection® involves eng... |
| Bubble Makers and Airplane Excitement Program is June 13 |
| 05/16/2007 |
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Paper Airplanes and Soap Bubbles are two favorite outdoor summer activities and the topics of a program for youth being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District Bubble Maker... |
| Family Canoe Lessons Offered on June 13 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 05/16/2007 |
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Introduce your family to the fun sport of flatwater canoeing through a workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Family Canoe Lessons are for ages 10 and up an... |
| Girls' Session of Let's Get Growing Health Education Program Offered During June |
| 05/16/2007 |
| An interactive program where parents and their children can learn together about puberty, hygiene, reproduction, and social development is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation Distr... |
| Two Theater Classes Offered for Youth During June |
| 05/16/2007 |
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Children can get an introduction to the theater through two classes offered beginning in June by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The classes are: Basic Drama for ages nine to 1... |
| Registrations Being Taken for Girls Volleyball Camp to Begin June 11 |
| 05/16/2007 |
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Registrations are now being taken for a Girls Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is for girls entering grades three through nine duri... |
| Summer Adventure Walks for 50 Plus Start June 7 with Trip to Longview Lake |
| 05/11/2007 |
| Longview Lake just southeast of Kansas City will be the first of five destinations to be visited this year as part of Summer Adventure Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson Coun... |
| Knights in Shining Armor Program Offered For Youth on June 11 |
| 05/11/2007 |
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Brave young ones seeking knighthood are called to the round table through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District called Knights in Shining Armor. This progra... |
| Pirate Treasure Hunt is Theme of New Youth Art Camp Beginning June 6 & 11 |
| 05/11/2007 |
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A pirate treasure hunt is the theme of a new art camp for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early June. The program is called Pirate Treasure Hunt Camp a... |
| Summer Season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Begins June 6 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 05/11/2007 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to... |
| Mother's Day Out Offered at RPCC During June |
| 05/09/2007 |
| Young children will enjoy a day of creative learning and play opportunities during a Mother's Day Out program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the Roeland Park Commu... |
| May 30 is Registration Deadline for Jayhawk Baseball Camp |
| 05/09/2007 |
| Boys entering grades one through six during the 2007-08 school year are invited to participate in a Jayhawk Baseball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The registra... |
| New Shape Up for Travelers Exercise Class Offered for 50 Plus Starting June 5 |
| 05/09/2007 |
| Helping travelers get the most out their vacations by getting in shape before they go is the goal of a new class being offered in early June by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Re... |
| Three Water Exercise Classes Offered For 50 Plus Beginning June 4 & 5 |
| 05/04/2007 |
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Three different water exercise classes are being offered in early June by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The programs are: Aquacise, Free Flow, and T... |
| JCPRD Beaches & Marinas Opening Soon |
| 05/04/2007 |
| Two beaches and three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District are scheduled to open soon for summer use. The facilities include: The Shawnee Mission Park Beach and Shawnee ... |
| Free Fishing Weekend at JCPRD Parks is June 2 & 3 |
| 05/04/2007 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District has established the weekend of Saturday, June 2 and Sunday, June 3 as the annual Free Fishing Weekend in District parks. This will coincide with the sta... |
| Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival is May 19 at Antioch Park |
| 05/02/2007 |
| Arts and crafts of all types will be on display when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District conducts its twenty-second annual arts and crafts festival, The Summertime Arts & Craft Festival. <... |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to Conduct First of two |
| 05/02/2007 |
| All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on Saturday, May 19, at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa.<... |
| Sailing I & II Classes Offered in late May and Early June |
| 05/02/2007 |
| Learn the basic and intermediate skills of sailing through two classes being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The classes are Sailing I & II. Both classes are for ages 18 an... |
| Adult Beginning and Intermediate Golf Begins in Late May, Early June |
| 05/02/2007 |
| Beginning and intermediate golf lessons are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in late May and early June. Golf lessons are for adults 18 and older and are inst... |
| Shawnee Mission Park Marina Open Weekends Beginning May 5 & 6 |
| 04/27/2007 |
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The Shawnee Mission Park Marina is scheduled to operate on the weekends of May 5 and 6, May 12 and 13, and May 19 and 20 prior to opening daily for the summer season on May 26. The marina's wee... |
| Women's Wellness Retreat Offered at TimberRidge on May 19 |
| 04/25/2007 |
| Have you ever wanted to attend a health spa, but couldn't fit it into your schedule or budget. A program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the TimberRidge Adventure C... |
| First Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2007 at Shawnee Mission Park is May 26 |
| 04/25/2007 |
| The first of three overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2007 will take place on May 26. After 11 p.m. on that date, the park will be open strictly for fishing on... |
| Registrations Being Taken for BikeSource Duathlon & Triathlon at Heritage Park on May 20 |
| 04/25/2007 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the BikeSource Duathlon and Triathlon at Heritage Park, which will take place beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 20, in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, ... |
| Youth Outdoor JCPRD Summer Soccer League Deadline is May 22 |
| 04/25/2007 |
| Signups are now being taken for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Summer Youth Outdoor Soccer Program. This program is for boys and girls in grades one through seven. Play will take pl... |
| Final Two Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Of Spring Season are May 9 & 23 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 04/18/2007 |
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The last two Animal Tales Storytime sessions of the Spring season will take place at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe on May 9 and 23. The ... |
| Additional public input sought for Oakridge Farm master plan during May 1 forum |
| 04/18/2007 |
| A special planning forum will be held on Tuesday, May 1, as part of the master planning process for the Oakridge Farm property adjacent to Shawnee Mission Park. The purpose of the public input sessio... |
| Visit Ernie Miller Nature Center to Participate in Passport to Adventure Beginning May 16 |
| 04/18/2007 |
| Gather your family and pick up your Kansas City Passport to Adventure for the Interpretive Site Coalition of Kansas City's at the Ernie Miller Nature Center or at any of 16 other sites in the metro ar... |
| 50 Plus Plans Walk on the Katy Trail on May 16 |
| 04/18/2007 |
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An opportunity to walk on a portion of Missouri's Katy trail is being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in mid-May. The program is called Kat... |
| JCPRD Summer Catalog Available After April 30 |
| 04/18/2007 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Summer ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of April 30. The free quarterly publication lists more than 500 programs offered by the District ... |
| Spring Wildflower & Butterfly Walk Offered for Adults on May 13 |
| 04/18/2007 |
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If you've ever wanted to learn more about native wildflowers, a Spring Wildflower & Butterfly Walk being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. This program is for... |
| KC Wildlands Sets May 5 Workday at Ernie Miller Park |
| 04/11/2007 |
| A prairie remnant at Ernie Miller Park is one of three sites for community restoration work which will take place during a Kansas City Wildlands workday planned from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 5.... |
| Family Kayak Lessons Offered on May 2 and 9 |
| 04/11/2007 |
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Learn the basics of flatwater kayaking through an introductory workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Family Kayak Lessons are for ages 10 and up and are de... |
| Final Spring Nature Walk for 50 Plus is May 3 Near Osawatomie |
| 04/11/2007 |
| A trail near Osawatomie, Kan., is the sixth and final destination of Spring Nature Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The walks are meant... |
| Breakfast & Bargain Bonanza is May 5 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 04/11/2007 |
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A huge community garage sale is being planned for May 5 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. The program is called Breakfast & Bargains Bonanza and is being presen... |
| Free Triathlon Training Workshop is May 2 |
| 04/11/2007 |
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Want to know what kind of training is needed to prepare for a triathlon? A free workshop being offered by BikeSource and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. During this wo... |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented on April 28 in Olathe by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation |
| 04/04/2007 |
| A self-defense program meant to help women and girls fight the kind of violence which killed a 19-year-old Leawood resident during the summer of 2002 is being offered at an Olathe location in late Apr... |
| 50 Plus Plans Walk on the Wild Side at Kansas City Zoo on April 25 |
| 04/04/2007 |
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The Kansas City Zoo will be the site of an upcoming walk being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late April. The program is called Take a ... |
| La Grande Birding Fiesta is April 28 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 04/04/2007 |
| A south-of-the-border fiesta to welcome back hummingbirds, orioles, warblers, and other feathered friends after their winter vacation in Latin America is the theme of a special event scheduled in late... |
| Panzon's Restaurant to Hold Eleventh Annual Fundraiser To Benefit Local Special Olympians on April 29 |
| 04/04/2007 |
| Panzon’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 8710 Lackman Road, Lenexa, will hold its eleventh annual fundraiser to benefit the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Special Olympics Program from n... |
| New Earth Day Celebration Program Offered For Ages 3-6 on April 30-May 4 |
| 04/04/2007 |
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Young children can celebrate Earth Day through a new program offered by Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The workshop is called Earth Day Celebration and is for ages three though s... |
| Shawnee Mission Park Lake Plans to be discussed during April 25 Public Open House |
| 04/04/2007 |
| Planned lake restoration and wetland improvements to Shawnee Mission Park Lake scheduled to begin later this year will be the subject of an informational public open house set from 6 to 8 p.m. on Apri... |
| JCPRD Afterschool Programs to Conduct Two Charity Garage Sales on April 28 and May 5 |
| 04/04/2007 |
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All 24 of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Childrens Services Department's Afterschool Programs are contributing to two charity garage sales planned for late April and early May. <... |
| New Doggie Treats Cooking Class Offered for Adults on April 21 |
| 03/28/2007 |
| Our dogs play a very important part in our family and lives, so consider doing something nice for Fido. A new program offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will teach adults 18 an... |
| Celebrate Earth Day on April 21 with 3rd Annual Kansas City EarthFest and 11th Annual Kansas City EarthWalk at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 03/28/2007 |
| Area residents can plan a day of family fun and make a difference for the environment on the 37th anniversary of Earth Day when Kansas City EarthWalk and Kansas City EarthFest returns to Shawnee Missi... |
| Home Buyers Seminar Offered for Adults on April 18 |
| 03/28/2007 |
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First-time home buyers, as well as those who have not bought or sold a home in some time can benefit from a seminar being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This progr... |
| Family Canoe Lessons Offered on April 25 |
| 03/27/2007 |
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Introduce your family to the fun sport of flatwater canoeing through a workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Family Canoe Lessons are for ages 10 and up an... |
| Artists Sought for Johnson County Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival on May 19 |
| 03/21/2007 |
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Craftspersons and artists of all types are invited to enter the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's twenty-second annual spring arts and crafts show, The Summertime Arts & Crafts Show. <... |
| RE: Public Invited to TimberRidge Adventure Center Open House on April 14 |
| 03/21/2007 |
| The public can come see and experience the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's TimberRidge Adventure Center during an Open House scheduled for April 14. Also on the same day, a related Open ... |
| Spring Nature Walks for 50 Plus Continue on April 11 and 19 |
| 03/21/2007 |
| Missouri state parks near Weston and Knob Noster are the next two destinations which will be visited as part of Spring Nature Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park a... |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented April 14 at Leawood Location by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation |
| 03/21/2007 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| 2007 Shawnee Mission Triathlon Will Not be Impacted by Lake Lowering |
| 03/21/2007 |
| The 2007 Shawnee Mission Triathlon will take place on July 8 as planned and will not be impacted by plans to lower the lake level of Shawnee Mission Park Lake later this summer, Johnson County Park an... |
| Two Theater Classes offered for Youth Beginning April 7 |
| 03/14/2007 |
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Children can get an introduction to the theater through new classes offered in early April by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The classes are: Basic Drama for ages nine to 14 a... |
| Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Continue on April 11 & 25 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 03/14/2007 |
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Dinosaurs and rabbits are the themes of two Animal Tales Storytime sessions for young children planned at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. |
| Working Ladies' Golf League Offered at Tomahawk Hills Golf Course beginning April 5 |
| 03/14/2007 |
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A Working Ladies Golf League is being offered beginning in early April at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Tomahawk Hills Golf Course, 17501 Midland Drive, Shawnee. The league ... |
| April Pools Day is April 1 at RPAC |
| 03/09/2007 |
| April Pools Day is a special event emphasizing water safety and highlighting swimming lessons which will be offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at four municipal pools. The even... |
| Free Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented at Louisburg, Kan., Location on April 7 |
| 03/09/2007 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| JCPRD Early Childhood Development Centers To Conduct Open House and Registration on April 4 |
| 03/09/2007 |
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Open houses will be conducted from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 4 at all five of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Early Childhood Development Centers. During the open ho... |
| Home School Sensations Art Class Offered Beginning April 5 |
| 03/09/2007 |
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A Home School Sensations Art Class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is meant to expand and supplement home schooling efforts. This program is for children six to... |
| Two Easter Workshops Offered for Youth at Walls of Clay on March 27 and April 3 |
| 03/07/2007 |
| Two Easter-themed workshops for youth are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Both programs are for children ages five to eight and will take place at Walls of Clay Potte... |
| Emilio John Soccer Academy Offered For Ages 4-12 Beginning March 28 |
| 03/07/2007 |
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Emilio John, a former International and Nigerian National Soccer Team player, will run a soccer program being offered locally by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late March. T... |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented at Clinton Location on March 31 |
| 02/28/2007 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| Beginning Adult Swim Lessons Offered beginning March 26 & 31 |
| 02/28/2007 |
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Adults who want to become safe in or around the water can do so through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Beginning/Intermediate Adult Swim Lessons are f... |
| Soccer Goalkeeper Camp Offered For Ages 6-14 Beginning March 26 |
| 02/28/2007 |
| A three-day camp program devoted to beginning and advanced youth soccer goalkeepers with limited experience is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in late March.... |
| Spring Break Challenger Skillbuilder Camps for Ages 5-8 Offered March 12 & 13 and 15 & 16 |
| 02/21/2007 |
| Providing boys and girls ages five to eight opportunities to develop fundamental skills in a number of popular sports is the aim of Challenger Skillbuilder Camps being offered during Spring Break by t... |
| Self Defense Program to Be Presented at Three Kansas City Missouri Park and Recreation Locations on March 17, 21 & April 4 |
| 02/21/2007 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| Spring Nature Walks for 50 Plus Continue on March 28 |
| 02/21/2007 |
| Parkville and the Marais de Cygnes National Wildlife Refuge are the next two destinations which will be visited as part of Spring Nature Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson Co... |
| Spring Break Trout Stocking Set for March 16 |
| 02/21/2007 |
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An additional 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be released into two Johnson County Park and Recreation District lakes during a supplemental stocking in mid-March. The public is invited to wat... |
| Spring Fling Fun offers Nature-Related Activities During Spring Break, March 19-23 |
| 02/21/2007 |
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Bored during Spring Break Week? Bring your family and friends to Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, for a fun and educational program Each day during Spring Break ... |
| New Go Batty Workshop for Ages 5-10 on March 20 to Precede Stellaluna Puppet Show on March 22 |
| 02/21/2007 |
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Professional puppeteers from Stone Lion Puppets will help children design and make their own dragon puppets during a new workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. <... |
| Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Continue on March 23 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 02/21/2007 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to... |
| Two Adventure Camps Offered During Spring Break, March 19-23 |
| 02/21/2007 |
| Children can have an adventure during spring break through either of two different camp programs being offered at Ernie Miller Park, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. The programs are Spring Break A... |
| Squaw Creek Birdwatching Trip Offered on March 10 |
| 02/14/2007 |
| Join the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for a late winter birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, March 10. The trip will depart from the north side of ... |
| Money Management From a Women's Perspective Program Offered on March 7 |
| 02/14/2007 |
| Financial Advisor Susan Kay Wells of Waddell & Reed Inc., will explain the basics every woman needs to know about financial health during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Rec... |
| March 2 is Deadline For 17th Annual St. Patrick's Volleyball Tournament |
| 02/14/2007 |
| March 2 is the deadline for teams wishing to register for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 16th Annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball, which will take place on March 10 at the Roeland P... |
| Soccer Spring League Kick-off Clinic is March 10 |
| 02/14/2007 |
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A Season Kick-off Clinic is being offered again this year for all youth soccer players registered in the Johnson County Youth Soccer League this spring. During this event, players ages four to ... |
| JCPRD Summer Park Hours Begin March 1 |
| 02/14/2007 |
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Summer hours of 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. go into effect March 1 for many Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks. These summer hours will stay in effect through Oct. 31. District parks impac... |
| JCPRD Summer Day Camp Offerings - Part I |
| 02/12/2007 |
| Editor’s Note: because of the number of summer camps being offered this year, we’ve listed this summary of 2007 summer camps in two parts. Camp listings continue in Part II, which includes art-relate... |
| JCPRD 2007 Summer Day Camp Offerings - Part II |
| 02/12/2007 |
| Editor’s Note: because of the number of summer camps being offered this year, we’ve listed this summary of 2007 summer camps in two parts. Please be sure to see Part I as well., which includes most of... |
| Just My Speed Water Exercise Class Offered by 50 Plus Program Beginning March 2 |
| 02/07/2007 |
| Just My Speed is the name of an exercise program which has been specially designed for people who cannot endure sustained activity. This program is cosponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Socie... |
| Storybook Tales Theater Program Offered for Youth Begins March 3 |
| 02/07/2007 |
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Storybook Tales Theater is the name of a beginning drama program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Designed for young thespians ages five through seven... |
| Bird House Workshop Offered for Families on March 3 |
| 02/07/2007 |
| Attract birds like wrens and chickadees to your yard by putting up a birdhouse you and your family can build through a Bird House Workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation Distr... |
| Adults Can Learn to Coach Youth Soccer Through New Program Beginning March 3 |
| 02/07/2007 |
| One of the most respected and experienced soccer training organizations in the United States, Challenger British Soccer Camps, is offering camps for new and existing coaches through the Johnson County... |
| The Theatre in the Park Audition Workshop Set For Feb. 17 at Leawood Middle School |
| 01/31/2007 |
| Build your confidence and learn how to present yourself at musical theater auditions through the Audition Workshop being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's The Theatre in T... |
| KC Wildlands Sets Feb. 25 Workday at Ernie Miller Park and Other Metro Park Sites |
| 01/31/2007 |
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"Long Johns and Loppers" is the theme for a Kansas City Wildlands workday been scheduled for the afternoon of Sunday, Feb. 25, from 1 to 4 p.m. at Ernie Miller Park, 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. |
| New Poolates Water Pilates Exercise Class Offered for 50 Plus in Late February |
| 01/31/2007 |
| Combining the elements of mat and apparatus-based Pilates programs with the resistance provided by water is the goal of a new Poolates class being offered in late February by the 50 Plus Department of... |
| Spring Nature Walks for 50 Plus Begin Feb. 28 with Trip to Little Blue Trace |
| 01/31/2007 |
| Little Blue Trace in south Kansas City will be the first of six destinations to be visited this year as part of Spring Nature Walks being offered by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park a... |
| Nancy Wallerstein is JCPRD Board Chair for 2007 |
| 01/31/2007 |
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Nancy Wallerstein of Prairie Village was recently elected by her fellow Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board of Commissioners to serve as chair during 2007. "We continue to look fo... |
| Kansas Recreation and Park Association Recognizes Two From JCPRD |
| 01/30/2007 |
| Two longtime Johnson County Park and Recreation District personnel were honored by the Kansas Recreation and Park Association during the organization's annual conference, which took place Jan. 15-19 i... |
| Storybook Tales Theater Program Offered for Youth on Feb. 17 |
| 01/24/2007 |
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Storybook Tales Theater is the name of a beginning drama program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Designed for young thespians ages five through seven... |
| Dodgeball Tournaments Offered for Adults on Feb. 16 |
| 01/24/2007 |
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Remember playing dodgeball in grade school? The Johnson County Park and Recreation District is now offering a Dodgeball Tournament program for adults. This fast-paced and entertaining program i... |
| Neck & Shoulder Massage Workshop Offered For Adults on Feb. 22 |
| 01/24/2007 |
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If the stress of your busy lifestyle has left your neck and shoulders stiff, a workshop offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. The workshop is called Neck & Should... |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stockings Set for Feb. 21 |
| 01/24/2007 |
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The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late February. Approximately 4,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be stocked in... |
| Celebrate Laura Ingalls Wilder's Birthday With New Laura's Legacy Program at The Ernie Miller Nature Center on Feb. 10 |
| 01/17/2007 |
| Celebrating the birthday of Laura Ingalls Wilder, early Kansas Pioneer and author of the beloved "Little House on the Prairie" books, is the purpose of a new special event planned at the Ernie Miller ... |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented Twice at JCCC on Feb. 10 by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation |
| 01/17/2007 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| JCPRD Spring Catalog Available After Jan. 29 |
| 01/17/2007 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Spring ACTIVITIES catalog will be available after Jan. 29. The quarterly publication lists more than 600 programs offered by the District from March t... |
| George Washington at Valley Forge is Subject of New Outreach Program Offered Through January |
| 01/12/2007 |
| The trials and accomplishments of George Washington and his Continental Army during the brutal winter of 1777 is the subject of a new living history presentation offered for groups by interpretive st... |
| Prescribed Burns Planned at Heritage Park During January, February and March |
| 01/12/2007 |
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Throughout January and February and possibly into March, Johnson County Park and Recreation District maintenance staff plan to conduct controlled burns at Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, Olathe. ... |
| Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs For February Continue on Feb. 18 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 01/10/2007 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in February for Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs for educational and entertaining programs. The program... |
| Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Continue During February at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 01/10/2007 |
| Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during a popular storytime program offered at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olat... |
| Mom's Health Break and Companion Classes for Kids offered Feb. 6 and 13 at Athletic Training Center |
| 01/10/2007 |
| The idea behind a Johnson County Park and Recreation District program called Mom's Health Break is simple: offer moms a program that helps take care of their health while offering companion programs f... |
| Jan. 24 Public Hearing Set to Consider Proposed Ban of Pit Bull Dog Breeds from Johnson County Park and Recreation District Parks and Facilities |
| 01/08/2007 |
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Members of the public are invited to make comments on a proposed measure which would ban pit bull dog breeds from all Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks and facilities. A public ... |
| Beginning Adult Swim Lessons Offered Beginning Jan. 25 |
| 01/03/2007 |
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Adults who want to become safe in or around the water can do so through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Beginning and intermediate Adult Swim Lessons a... |
| Lifeguard Training Class Offered for Ages 15 and Older Starts Jan. 22 |
| 01/03/2007 |
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Lifeguard training classes for ages 15 and older are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in late January. Participants will learn skills required for perf... |
| Foot Massage & Reflexology Workshop Offered for Adults on Jan. 25 |
| 01/03/2007 |
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Finally, something you can do about your aching feet! The Johnson County Park and Recreation District is offering a workshop for adults on Foot Massage & Reflexology. The workshop is for adult... |
| Secrets to Permanent Weight Loss Program Offered for Adults on Jan. 25 |
| 01/03/2007 |
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Principals for achieving long-term weight loss is the topic of a presentation for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is for adults 16 and old... |
| Introduction to Irish Dance Class Offered for Youth Begins Jan. 27 |
| 01/03/2007 |
| Irish Ceili (pronounced kay-lee) dancing is not only "O'erobic," but also great fun! A new class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will introduce youth ages eight to 11 ... |
| Two New Theater Classes offered for youth Beginning Jan. 20 |
| 12/27/2006 |
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Children can get an introduction to the theater through two new classes offered in late January by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The classes are: Acting It Out for ages six t... |
| Home Buyers Seminar Offered for Adults on Jan. 23 |
| 12/27/2006 |
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First-time home buyers, as well as those who have not bought or sold a home in some time can benefit from a seminar being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This progr... |
| Tasty Treats Program Offered for Ages 3-6 on Jan. 22-26 |
| 12/27/2006 |
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Young children can create and enjoy a few healthy snacks through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program is called Tasty Treats and is for ages ... |
| New Web Design and Development Class Offered for Adults Beginning Jan. 24 |
| 12/27/2006 |
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A new interactive class teaching the basics of building and publishing a website is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late January. The program is called Web D... |
| Mom's Health Break and Kids Art Break Programs Both Offered at Athletic Training Center on Jan. 13 & 20 |
| 12/20/2006 |
| The idea behind a Johnson County Park and Recreation District program called Mom's Health Break is simple: offer moms a program that helps take care of their health while offering companion programs f... |
| Yoga in Nature Program Offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 12/20/2006 |
| Adults can relax and reflect while participating in yoga in a natural setting through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. 909 ... |
| Itty Biddy Basketball Clinic Offered for Age 4 Starting Jan. 12 |
| 12/20/2006 |
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A program meant to teach young children the basics of basketball is being offered in mid-January by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The programs is called Basketball: Itty Bid... |
| Cardio Fix Exercise Class Offered by 50 Plus Program Starting Jan. 8 |
| 12/15/2006 |
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Building cardiac strength, burning calories, and working all muscle groups are goals of an exercise class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 50 Plus Department. ... |
| Money Management From a Women's Perspective Program Offered on Jan. 9 |
| 12/15/2006 |
| Financial Advisor Susan Kay Wells of Waddell & Reed Inc., will explain the basics every woman needs to know about financial health during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Rec... |
| New Season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Begins Jan. 10 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 12/15/2006 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to... |
| Computer Interactive Animation Adult Class Offered on Jan. 10 |
| 12/15/2006 |
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A class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early January promises to unlock the secrets of computer animation. The program is called Computer Interactive Animat... |
| Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs begin Jan. 7 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 12/13/2006 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in January for Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs for educational and entertaining programs. The programs... |
| Winter Wonderland Program Offered for Ages 3-6 on Jan. 8, 9 & 12 |
| 12/13/2006 |
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Children ages three to six will creatively celebrate the coming of Winter through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program is called Winter Wonde... |
| Itty Biddy Soccer Clinic Offered Twice in Early January |
| 12/06/2006 |
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A program meant to teach young children the basics of soccer is being offered in early January by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program is called Itty Biddy Soccer Clini... |
| Biddy Basketball Clinic & Advanced Clinic Both Begin Jan. 6 |
| 12/06/2006 |
| Biddy Basketball programs for girls and boys ages five to eight are being offered in early January by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. For ages five to seven, a Biddy Basketball Clinic... |
| Two Indoor Youth Soccer Clinics to Begin on Jan. 6 |
| 12/06/2006 |
| Boys and girls ages five to eight have the opportunity to participate in two separate six-week indoor soccer programs being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning Saturda... |
| Shawnee Mission Park Marina, Accessible Fishing Pier Currently Undergoing Major Renovations |
| 12/06/2006 |
| Work on major renovation projects near the Shawnee Mission Park Marina is scheduled to begin Dec. 11 and is expected to make the Accessible Fishing Pier unavailable for public use until about March 1 ... |
| Dec. 19 is Deadline for Winter Break Basketball Camp Registration |
| 11/29/2006 |
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Dec. 19 is the registration deadline for a Winter Break Basketball Camp for boys and girls in grades Kindergarten through six being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. ... |
| Special Holiday Ice Skating & Hockey Classes Offered Dec. 26-29 at Ice Midwest |
| 11/29/2006 |
| Take advantage of holiday time off from school or work through Special Holiday ice skating and ice hockey classes being offered through the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The classes are... |
| New Abrakadoodle® Vacation Art Camp is Dec. 27 |
| 11/29/2006 |
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Youth ages six to 12 are invited to spend some time over the holiday break in a special art camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District on Wednesday, Dec. 27. The pro... |
| Mad Science® Holiday Convention for Kids is Dec. 28 |
| 11/29/2006 |
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The Roeland Park Community Center is the place to be for youth ages seven to 12 when the Fifth Annual Mad Science® Holiday Kids Convention takes place on Dec. 28. Offered by the Johnson County ... |
| Winter Break Volleyball Camp Offered for Grades 3-8 Dec. 26-29 |
| 11/29/2006 |
| Providing boys and girls in grades three through eight with basic skills in the game of volleyball is the goal of a Winter Break Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation... |
| Johnson County Park and Recreation District Adds Kill Creek Park as Third Christmas Tree Collection Site |
| 11/29/2006 |
| To better serve residents of the Gardner and De Soto areas, a third site for the collection of discarded natural Christmas trees is being added this year by the Johnson County Park and Recreation Dist... |
| Challenger Holiday Soccer Camp for Ages 3-15 Offered Dec. 21 & 27 |
| 11/22/2006 |
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A holiday version of the nationally-acclaimed summer Challenger Soccer Camp is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Challenger Holiday Soccer Camp is a special two... |
| Dec. 9 is Registration Deadline For Girls Winter Volleyball League |
| 11/22/2006 |
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Dec. 9 is the deadline for registering for a Girls Winter Volleyball League being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is for girls in grades three through 1... |
| Wildlife Presentations offered for Groups by JCPRD Interpretive Staff |
| 11/22/2006 |
| Scouting or other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Winter can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Arran... |
| New Abrakadoodle® Holiday Fun Program for Youth is Dec. 9 |
| 11/22/2006 |
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Kids are invited to get in the holiday spirit by making one-of-a-kind snow globes during a new art class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The class is called A... |
| Family Holiday Ice Skating Classes Offered on Dec. 21 & 22 |
| 11/22/2006 |
| Ice skating is a great holiday activity for the whole family and an opportunity to do just that is being offered through a holiday ice skating class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recrea... |
| Computer Movie Making Class Offered for Adults on Dec. 6 and 13 |
| 11/22/2006 |
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The basics of digital video design and editing will be covered during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early December. This beginning and interactiv... |
| George Schlagel is Newest JCPRD Board Member |
| 11/16/2006 |
| George J. Schlagel of Olathe was recently appointed by the Board of Johnson County Commissioners to serve as the sixth district's at-large representative to the Board of the Johnson County Park and Re... |
| Donations of Animal Supplies Sought Through Holidays for the Animals Program at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/15/2006 |
| The holidays are a time of gifts and generosity. Individuals, families and groups wanting to make a difference are invited to consider contributing a gift to the animals at the Ernie Miller Nature Cen... |
| Creative Gift Wrapping Workshop for Adults is Dec. 5 |
| 11/15/2006 |
| Your holiday gift packages could be the envy of everyone who sees them this year. A program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will show you how to give your gifts a new ... |
| Dodgeball Tournament Offered for Adults on Dec. 15 |
| 11/15/2006 |
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Remember playing dodgeball in grade school? The Johnson County Park and Recreation District is now offering a Dodgeball Tournament program for adults. This fast-paced and entertaining program i... |
| New Mom's Health Break and Companion Classes for Kids Now Offered at Athletic Training Center |
| 11/15/2006 |
| The idea behind a new Johnson County Park and Recreation District program called Mom's Health Break is simple: offer moms a program that helps take care of their health while offering companion progra... |
| Dec. 9 Native Christmas Tree Event Planned at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 11/15/2006 |
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Eastern red cedar trees for use as Christmas trees are being offered at Shawnee Mission Park this year during a Kansas City WildLands workday planned from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. on Saturday, Dec. 9. |
| Nature Center's Breakfast With Santa Program Offered on Dec. 9 & 16 |
| 11/15/2006 |
| Children ages three through five are invited to bring a parent and have breakfast followed by a visit with Santa. This popular program is offered as part of the Johnson County Park and Recreation Dist... |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented Again on Dec. 9 by the Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation |
| 11/08/2006 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| Three T'ai Chi Classes Offered by 50 Plus Program in Late November, Early December |
| 11/08/2006 |
| Three specialized classes in the traditional Chinese relaxation exercise of T'ai Chi are being offered in late November or early December by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recre... |
| Just My Speed Water Exercise Class Offered by 50 Plus Program beginning Dec. 1 |
| 11/08/2006 |
| Just My Speed is the name of an exercise program which has been specially designed for people who cannot endure sustained activity. This program is cosponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Socie... |
| Squaw Creek Eagle Days Trip Offered on Dec. 2 |
| 11/08/2006 |
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Visit the yearly celebration of "Eagle Days" at the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge through a birdwatching trip being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Always a p... |
| Five Nutrition Programs Offered at Athletic Training Center |
| 11/06/2006 |
| Five nutrition-related programs, most with a licensed dietitian, are being offered on a "by appointment" basis by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Athletic Training Center, 9301 W. 73... |
| A Visit With Santa Program Available for Organized Groups |
| 11/01/2006 |
| A popular Santa program offered as part of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's nature awareness programming is also available from Dec. 4 through 23 as an outreach program for organized ... |
| Public Meetings on Oakridge Farm Plan Sheduled for Nov. 1, 2, and 9 |
| 10/25/2006 |
| The next opportunities for public input on a new master plan for th Oakridge Farm property will take place on Nov. 1, 2, and 9 at the Shawnee Mission Park Administration Building, located near the par... |
| Thanksgiving Challenger Soccer Day Camp for Ages 3-5 & 6-15 is Nov. 24 |
| 10/25/2006 |
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A new one-day Thanksgiving version of the nationally-acclaimed British Soccer Camp is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Challenger Thanksgiving Soccer Day Camp i... |
| Finalist in Magazine's Art Competition is Among Artists in Johnson County Art Fest 2006 at Ernie Miller Nature Center Nov. 5 through 19 |
| 10/25/2006 |
| Among the 40 local artists featured in the Johnson County Art Fest 2006, scheduled for Nov. 5 through 19 at the Ernie Miller Nature Center, is a Prairie Village man who is a finalist in the 23rd annua... |
| Storytelling Workshop for Adults Set For Nov. 19 At Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/25/2006 |
| Opening the world of storytelling possibilities is the aim of a third -Annual Storytelling Workshop being planned for adults 18 and older at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Mil... |
| Tellabration 2006 Set For Nov. 18 At Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/25/2006 |
| Want to hear a good story? Come celebrate the International Day of Storytelling at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. This event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 18. The cost is $2 per person, including... |
| New Digital Imaging and Storage Class Offered for Adults on Nov. 22 & 29 |
| 10/25/2006 |
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If you are interested in taking better photos or touching up your existing pictures, a new computer class for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. T... |
| 50 Plus Squaw Creek Birdwatching Trip Offered on Nov. 17 |
| 10/25/2006 |
| A day-long birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge in northwestern Missouri is being offered for ages 50 and older in mid-November. The trip will take place on Friday, Nov. 17, b... |
| Squaw Creek Fall Birdwatching Trip Offered on Nov. 11 |
| 10/18/2006 |
| Almost as regular as the bird migrations its participants seek to observe is the offering each November of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's fall birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek N... |
| Itty Biddy & Biddy Basketball Programs Offered Beginning Nov. 4 & 10 |
| 10/11/2006 |
| Three instructional basketball programs for young children are being offered in early November by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The programs are: Itty Biddy Basketball Clinic for bo... |
| Mildale Farm Fall Fest 2006 Set For Nov. 4 |
| 10/11/2006 |
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A Fall Fest being planned by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for the afternoon of Nov. 4 will give members of the public an opportunity to explore the Mildale Farm property. A n... |
| Johnson County Artists to be Honored at Art Fest 2006 Juried Exhibition Nov. 5 through 19 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/11/2006 |
| The works of 40 Johnson County artists will be showcased during the second-annual Johnson County Art Fest exhibit opening Sunday, Nov. 5. The juried exhibition runs through Nov. 19 at the Ernie Mille... |
| Public Hayride Offered on Nov. 5 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 10/11/2006 |
| In addition to fall hayrides for organized groups, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District offers an annual opportunity for individuals and family members to enjoy the crisp autumn air from a ... |
| New Mad Science® Nature Program For Youth Offered on Oct. 27 |
| 10/11/2006 |
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Nature is the topic of a new Mad Science® program for youth being offered in late October by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is for ages seven through 12 and is de... |
| Third Annual Children's Haunted House Offered At ATC on Oct. 29 |
| 10/04/2006 |
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It will be fun to be scared when the Children's Haunted House at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Athletic Training Center, 9301 W. 73rd St., Merriam, returns for a third year. |
| New Stories by Fireside Program Offers Thrills for Two Age Groups on Oct. 28 |
| 10/04/2006 |
| Everyone loves a spooky story. A new program being offered at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park in Olathe will carry on this tradition with age-appropriate stories f... |
| JCPRD Winter Park Hours Begin Nov. 1 |
| 10/04/2006 |
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Hours of operation for a number of Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks will change for the winter effective Nov. 1. Winter hours are 7:30 a.m. through 8 p.m. daily. This annual re... |
| First Public Input Opportunity on New Oakridge Farm Master Plan is Oct. 21 |
| 09/27/2006 |
| An initial public opportunity for input on a new master plan for the Oakridge Farm property adjacent to Shawnee Mission Park has been set for Saturday, Oct. 21 and will take the form of free public h... |
| New Creative Writing for Kids Class begins Oct. 21 |
| 09/27/2006 |
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A new class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for ages nine to 12 encourages kids to try their hands at creative writing. The class is called Creative Writing for... |
| New Enchanted Forest Program at Ernie Miller Park is Oct. 21 |
| 09/27/2006 |
| There's nothing scary about a new Halloween special event being offered at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park in late October. The program is called Enchanted Forest a... |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stocking Set for Oct. 25 |
| 09/27/2006 |
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The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late October. Up to 2,090 pounds of rainbow trout will be stocked in the two ... |
| Halloween Happenings Program Offered For Ages 3 to 6 at Three Locations in Late October |
| 09/27/2006 |
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Halloween fun is the goal of a new program for children ages three to six being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at four locations during late October. The program is... |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center Offers Live Animal Programs for Groups |
| 09/20/2006 |
| Three nature programs featuring live animals are being offered for groups by the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, or at your location in Kansas. The programs are called ... |
| Ernie Miller Park Owl Prowl Offered on Oct. 13, Nov. 4 & 5 |
| 09/15/2006 |
| Great horned, barred, and screech owls make their home in Ernie Miller Park. Come learn more about these fascinating birds during the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature ... |
| JCPRD, JCHD to Conduct Cholesterol Health Screenings at ATC on Sept. 14 |
| 09/13/2006 |
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Do you have a family history of premature Coronary Heart Disease or Diabetes? Are you physically inactive? Are you a smoker? Do you eat too much saturated fat or cholesterol? If you... |
| Backyard Birdwatchers' Breakfast is Oct. 7 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 09/13/2006 |
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Join a park ranger for breakfast and a morning of birdwatching in Shawnee Mission Park on Saturday, Oct. 7. The annual Backyard Birdwatchers Breakfast is presented by the Johnson County Park a... |
| Boys' Session of New Let's Get Growing Health Education Program Offered Starting Oct. 5 |
| 09/13/2006 |
| A new interactive program where parents and their children can learn together about puberty, hygiene, reproduction, and social development is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation Di... |
| Eleventh Annual Kids Klassic is Oct. 7 at Heritage Park |
| 09/13/2006 |
| There is something offered for everyone when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District presents the eleventh annual Kids Klassic noncompetitive fun run/walk. The 2006 Kids Klassic is being prese... |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Up to Be Presented on Oct. 7 at Tomahawk Dome by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation |
| 09/13/2006 |
| A self-defense program meant to help women and girls fight the kind of violence which killed a 19-year-old Leawood resident during the summer of 2002 is being offered at a Shawnee location in early Oc... |
| Sunflower Nature Park Trail to Be Closed for Maintenance Sept. 11-15 |
| 09/08/2006 |
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The paved trail at Sunflower Nature Park, 103rd and Edgerton Road, De Soto, will be closed from Sept. 11 through 15 for maintenance, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials announced. |
| Parent & Child Night Hike Offered on Sept. 29 and Oct. 6 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/30/2006 |
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An intergenerational program being offered in late September and early October at Ernie Miller Park allows children ages two to six with a parent or guardian to explore park trails as the sun sets. |
| Fall Hayrides Still Available Through Nov. 19 |
| 08/30/2006 |
| Times are still available for fall hayrides at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, or Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, Olathe. Organized hayrides for groups are available through Nov. 19... |
| Kansas Pioneer Girl Day to Take Place Sept. 23 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/30/2006 |
| Celebrating the life of Laura Ingalls Wilder, whose "Little House on the Prairie" books were inspired by her childhood experiences in Kansas, is the aim of a special event at Ernie Miller Park that wi... |
| Orienteering Workshop Offered on Sept. 23 |
| 08/30/2006 |
| Do you enjoy hiking cross-country but fear losing your way? If so, join the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for a Map and Compass Workshop beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, Sept. 23 at the ... |
| Ogg Road Entrance to Shawnee Mission Park Closed Indefinitely |
| 08/28/2006 |
| The Ogg Road entrance to Shawnee Mission Park off of Midland Drive has been closed indefinitely because of damage caused by heavy rains on Aug. 27, officials with the Johnson County Park and Recreatio... |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center Dome to Be Reinstalled Sept. 5-12 |
| 08/28/2006 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will be closed to the public for about a week for the annual reinstallation of the air-supported dome which makes the facility's main pool usable during the winter mont... |
| Girls' Session of New Let's Get Growing Health Education Program Begins Sept. 12 |
| 08/23/2006 |
| A new interactive program where parents and their children can learn together about puberty, hygiene, reproduction, and social development is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation Di... |
| KC Wildlands Sets Sept. 9 Workday at Shawnee Mission and Ernie Miller Parks and Other Metro Park Sites |
| 08/23/2006 |
| A Kansas City WildLands workday has been scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, Sept. 9 at both Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, and Ernie Miller Park, 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway, Ola... |
| Butterflies and Wildflowers Walk With Butterfly Release Planned For Sept. 16 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/23/2006 |
| Adults and children ages 10 to 15 accompanied by a parent or guardian are invited to hike Ernie Miller Park in mid-September with a park naturalist to see nature's display of wildflowers and butterfli... |
| Sept. 12 is Deadline for Youth Lacrosse Clinic |
| 08/23/2006 |
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Sept. 12 is the registration deadline for a lacrosse clinic being offered for youth ages three through six by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Youth lacrosse provides an opportu... |
| Three Water Exercise Classes Offered For 50 Plus Beginning Sept. 11 |
| 08/18/2006 |
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Three different water exercise classes are being offered in early September by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The programs are: Aquacise, Free Flow, ... |
| Wedding Reception Dance Class Offered For Adults Beginning Sept. 13 |
| 08/18/2006 |
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The wedding is coming up quick and you'll have to dance in front of all those guests! But don't panic, a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help! The cl... |
| New Digital Imaging and Storage Class Offered for Adults on Sept. 12 and 19 |
| 08/18/2006 |
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If you are interested in taking better photos or touching up your existing pictures, a new computer class for adults being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. T... |
| Potter's Delight Adult Beginning Pottery Class begins Sept. 13 |
| 08/18/2006 |
| Create original pottery, both functional and fun, in Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Potter's Delight beginning pottery class for adults 16 and older. Participants will learn creative de... |
| Women's Outdoor Experience Program Offered on Sept. 9 |
| 08/18/2006 |
| Woman 18 and older are invited to spend a day at the TimberRidge Adventure Center and experience the outdoors as a kid again through a program being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation... |
| New Abrakadoodle® Digital Doodle and Kids on Canvas Programs Start Sept. 11 |
| 08/18/2006 |
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The use of digital media and painting with acrylics are the topics of two separate new art classes for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Both classes are ... |
| Duncan's Karate Kids, and Family Karate begin Sept. 5 & 11 |
| 08/18/2006 |
| Karate classes for youth and families are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at Duncan's Karate School, 6009-B Johnson Drive, Mission. Classes are: Karate Kids, and Famil... |
| British Soccer First Kicks Program Offered for Ages 3-6 Starting Sept. 9 |
| 08/16/2006 |
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A fun introduction to the basics of soccer is in store for youth ages three to six who participate in a fall program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The progra... |
| Just My Speed Water Exercise Class Offered by 50 Plus Program Starting Sept. 8 |
| 08/16/2006 |
| Just My Speed is the name of an exercise program which has been specially designed for people who cannot endure sustained activity. This program is cosponsored by the National Multiple Sclerosis Socie... |
| Aqua Power Water Exercise Class Offered for Adults Starting Sept. 12 |
| 08/16/2006 |
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A beginning water fitness class for ages 14 and older is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The class is called Aqua Power and is for those just beginning water ... |
| Action Hero Dance Class Offered For Ages 4-7 Starting Sept. 9 |
| 08/16/2006 |
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Youth ages four to seven can have fun during an Action Heroes class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Participants should bring all their energy to this fast-pa... |
| Moonlight Canoe Excursion Set for Sept. 8 |
| 08/16/2006 |
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Explore Shawnee Mission Park Lake by canoe through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Participants in the Boating: Moonlight Canoe Excursion will get to... |
| Little Princess Ballet Class Offered For Ages 3-6 Starting Sept. 9 |
| 08/16/2006 |
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Little girls can let their imaginations soar as they twirl to classic ballet fairy tales through a Little Princess Ballet Class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| Clay Creations & Pottery Wheel Basics Classes begin Sept. 9 |
| 08/16/2006 |
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Two clay classes for youth are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning Sept. 9 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. The classes ... |
| Blazer Water Polo Team for ages 11 and Up Offered Starting Sept. 5 |
| 08/09/2006 |
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A Water Polo Team for ages 11 and up is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early September. The program is called the Blazer Polo Team and is for both... |
| New Money Management From a Women's Perspective Program Class Set for Sept. 5 |
| 08/09/2006 |
| Financial Advisor Susan Kay Wells of Waddell & Reed Inc., will explain the basics every woman needs to know about financial health during a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Rec... |
| New Yoga in Nature Program Offered at Ernie Miller Nature Center Beginning Sept. 7 |
| 08/09/2006 |
| Adults can relax and reflect while participating in yoga in a natural setting through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. ... |
| Three T'ai Chi Classes Offered by 50 Plus Program in Late August, Early September |
| 08/09/2006 |
| Three specialized classes in the traditional Chinese relaxation exercise of T'ai Chi are being offered in late August and early September by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recre... |
| New Season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Begins Sept. 6 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 08/09/2006 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to... |
| Adult Beginning and Intermediate Golf Lessons Begin Sept. 2 |
| 08/02/2006 |
| Beginning and intermediate golf lessons are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early September. Golf lessons are for adults 18 and older and are instructed b... |
| Adults Can Learn to Coach Soccer Through New Program on Aug. 27 |
| 08/02/2006 |
| Adults can learn to coach volleyball for any age group though a new program being offered in late August by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The registration deadline for this program ... |
| Zumba Exercise Class Offered for 50 Plus at Three Locations beginning Aug. 28 and 30 |
| 08/02/2006 |
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Proving that it is possible to have fun while exercising is a goal of an exercise class being offered in late August by the 50 Plus Department of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. |
| New Dodgeball Tournaments Offered for Adults beginning Sept. 1 |
| 08/02/2006 |
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Remember playing dodgeball in grade school? The Johnson County Park and Recreation District is offering a new Dodgeball Tournament program for adults. This fast-paced and entertaining program i... |
| Aug. 26 is Registration Deadline for Third-Annual 50 Plus Games of Greater Kansas City |
| 07/26/2006 |
| August 26 is the registration deadline for athletes interested in participating in the Third Annual 50 Plus Games of Greater Kansas City. Both seasoned athletes who have been competing for years and r... |
| Final Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2006 at Shawnee Mission Park is Aug. 26 |
| 07/26/2006 |
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The fourth and final overnight fishing opportunity at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2006 is set for Aug. 26. After 11 p.m., the park will be open strictly for fishing only and park rangers w... |
| Fall Group Programs offered by JCPRD Interpretive Staff |
| 07/26/2006 |
| Scouting or other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Fall can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Arrange... |
| Portion of trails to be closed July 31 through Aug. 4 |
| 07/24/2006 |
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The public is asked to excuse precautionary daytime trail closures at Kill Creek Park during the first week of August. Officials said the closures are a precautionary measure due to demolition ... |
| Beaches at Shawnee Mission and Kill Creek Parks Closing Aug. 13 |
| 07/19/2006 |
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The final days of the summer season at Shawnee Mission Park Beach and Kill Creek Park Beach are approaching quickly. The beaches at Kill Creek Park, 11670 Homestead Lane, Olathe, and Shawnee Mi... |
| Sign Up Now for Fall Group Hayrides |
| 07/19/2006 |
| The heat of Summer hasn't faded away yet, but it's still a great time to plan a group Fall hayride with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This year, rides will be offered during Septemb... |
| First-Ever Father/Daughter Fishing Day is Aug. 19 at TimberRidge Adventure Center |
| 07/19/2006 |
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Fathers can bring their daughters, ages eight and older, to experience the thrill of fishing at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's TimberRidge Adventure Center. The first-ever Fa... |
| Summer Season Winding Down for JCPRD Marinas |
| 07/19/2006 |
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The operating season for three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is rapidly winding down. The Heritage Park marina will close for the season on Aug. 6. The Sh... |
| Aug. 18 is Deadline for Fall Basketball League Registration |
| 07/19/2006 |
| Aug. 18 is the registration deadline for a Fall Youth Basketball League for boys and girls in grades two through 12 being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Games will take pl... |
| JCPRD Fall ACTIVITIES Catalog Available After July 31 |
| 07/12/2006 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 76-page Fall ACTIVITIES catalog will be available after July 31. The quarterly publication lists more than 500 programs offered by the District from S... |
| Ninth Annual Golf Tournament to Benefit Local Special Olympians Set For Thursday, July 27 |
| 07/03/2006 |
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Spaces are still available for participation in the ninth annual Special Olympics Golf Classic on July 27 at the Prairie Highlands Golf Course, 14695 S. Inverness Street, Olathe. Tournament pla... |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to Conduct Second of two |
| 07/03/2006 |
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All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on July 29 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. The... |
| Third Overnight Fishing Opportunity at Shawnee Mission Park is July 29 |
| 07/03/2006 |
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The third of four overnight fishing opportunities planned this summer will take place on July 29 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. After 11 p.m., the park will... |
| New American Girl® Camp begins July 31 |
| 07/03/2006 |
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Girls ages seven to nine can step back in history through an American Girl® Art Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The American Girls Collection® involves en... |
| New Grillin’ and Chillin’ With the Grandkids Program Offered at Roeland Park 50 Plus on July 20 |
| 06/28/2006 |
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Grandparents can have some summertime fun with their grandchildren during a new intergenerational program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program is called... |
| Boys Football Camp Program Begins July 24 |
| 06/28/2006 |
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July 20 is the registration deadline for a Football Camp for boys in grades one through six being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Providing the basic skills of the g... |
| Beginning Archery Program Offered for Ages 8 - 12 Starting July 18 |
| 06/28/2006 |
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Youth ages eight to 12 can experience the challenging sport of archery in a coed class designed for beginners being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Beginning Archery... |
| Youth Pee Wee Outdoor Soccer League Signups Being Through July 19 |
| 06/28/2006 |
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July 19 is the registration deadline for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Pee Wee Outdoor Instructional Soccer League. This program is for boys and girls ages four to six. Sep... |
| Parent & Child Night Hike Offered on July 21 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 06/28/2006 |
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An intergenerational program being offered in late July at Ernie Miller Park allows children ages two to six with a parent or guardian to explore park trails as the sun sets. The program is cal... |
| New Gluten-Free Dinner Program Offered for Adults on July 13 |
| 06/21/2006 |
| Adults can discover the wide variety of foods which are supportive of healthy lifestyle through a new program called Gluten-Free Dinner being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District... |
| Sailboarding Class Offered for Ages 16 and Older Starting July 15 |
| 06/21/2006 |
| Experience the excitement of surfing, combined with the speed of sailing while learning the Olympic sport of sailboarding through a summer class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation... |
| Art Fest Seeks Johnson County Artists for Annual Exhibit |
| 06/14/2006 |
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The organizers of Johnson County Art Fest 2006 are seeking entries for an exhibit which will showcase Johnson County artists later this year. This second annual exhibition will be hosted at... |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center to Participate in Water Garden Society Pond Tour on July 8 & 9 |
| 06/14/2006 |
| The pond and stream in the Ernie Miller Nature Center’s Wildlife Viewing Area will be front and center when the center serves as one of more than 50 sites throughout the metropolitan area for the Wate... |
| New Creative Writing for Kids Class begins July 10 |
| 06/14/2006 |
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A new class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for ages nine to 12 encourages kids to try their hands at creative writing. The class is called Creative Writing for... |
| Sian Welch to Participate in Shawnee Mission Triathlon |
| 06/14/2006 |
| A professional triathlete who is one of the most decorated women in Ironman history is among those planning to compete in the 22nd Annual Shawnee Mission Triathlon on July 9, Johnson County Park and R... |
| Space Still Available for Feed the Need Golf Tournament on June 16 at Heritage Park Golf Course |
| 06/09/2006 |
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Space is still available for participation in the Feed the Need Golf Tournament on Friday, June 16, at the Heritage Park Golf Course, 16445 Lackman Road, Olathe. Advance registration is required. ... |
| New Healthy Pizza Three Ways for Youth Class Offered on June 27 |
| 06/07/2006 |
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The many ways to enjoy pizza is the theme of a new program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District and Whole Foods Market. The class is called Healthy Pizza T... |
| New Abrakadoodle® Fourth of July Fun Program Offered during The Theatre in the Park's July 4 Performance of Peter Pan |
| 06/07/2006 |
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Young audience members can join in the Abrakadoodle® fun during the July 4 performance of Peter Pan at Theatre in the Park, 7710 Renner Road, Shawnee. The program is called Abrakadoodle® Fourth... |
| Shawnee Mission Triathlon Registrations Now Being Taken |
| 06/07/2006 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the 22nd Annual Shawnee Mission Triathlon. The event will take place Sunday, July 9, in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Entries will be limi... |
| Introduction to Sports - T-Ball Program Offered in Mid-June |
| 05/31/2006 |
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Helping parents teach young children the developmental skills needed for baseball is the aim of an instructional program starting in late June. The program is called Introduction to Sports - T-... |
| June 22 is Deadline for Basketball Camp Registration |
| 05/31/2006 |
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June 22 is the registration deadline for a Basketball Camp for boys and girls in grades kindergarten through eight being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Basketball ... |
| Second Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2006 at Shawnee Mission Park is June 24 |
| 05/31/2006 |
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The second of four overnight fishing opportunities planned this summer will take place on June 24 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. After 11 p.m., the park wil... |
| Watercolor Plein Air Painting Class Offered for Adults Starting June 22 |
| 05/31/2006 |
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Adults 16 and older can explore the relaxing and enjoyable hobby of watercolor painting through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The class is called Wat... |
| KidFest Event Returning to Antioch Park on June 17 |
| 05/26/2006 |
| Following a successful debut in 2005, the KidFest event will be back from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on June 17. This event is being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Children's Se... |
| Ninth Annual Fishing Rodeo for Kids 12 and Under is June 17 |
| 05/26/2006 |
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The Ninth Annual Kids Fishing Rodeo at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 17. This event is free to the public and is bein... |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented in Olathe on June 17 |
| 05/26/2006 |
| A self-defense program meant to help women and girls fight the kind of violence which killed a 19-year-old Leawood resident during the summer of 2002 is being offered at an Olathe location in mid-Jun... |
| Nature is Second Week's Theme for Discovery Art Camp Starting June 19 |
| 05/26/2006 |
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Nature, Flowers and Landscapes is the theme of the second week of Discovery Art Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in late June. For this program, young artis... |
| Summer Theater Camp for Youth Begins June 19 |
| 05/26/2006 |
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A Summer Theater Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District offers youth with little or no theater experience a great opportunity. This program is for ages ten to 15 ... |
| Third Annual Paws in the Park is June 17 at Heritage Park |
| 05/24/2006 |
| Don't miss out on a day that's "gone to the dogs" when the Third-Annual Paws in the Park Dog Contest takes place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 17 in the Off-Leash Area at Heritage Park, 1605... |
| New Heart Healthy Dinner Program Offered for Adults on June 15 |
| 05/24/2006 |
| Adults can discover the wide variety of foods which are supportive of their heart's natural functions through a new program called Healthy Heart Dinner being offered by the Johnson County Park and Rec... |
| Home Buyers Seminar Offered for Adults on June 15 |
| 05/24/2006 |
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First-time home buyers, as well as those who have not bought or sold a home in some time can benefit from a seminar being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This progr... |
| Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater Programs Offered on June 16 & 23 |
| 05/24/2006 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater on Friday evenings during June for educational and entertaining programs. The programs last about a... |
| Thirteenth Annual Feed the Need Golf Tournament to Take Place June 16 at Heritage Park Golf Course |
| 05/24/2006 |
| Space is still available for participation in the Thirteenth Annual Feed the Need Golf Tournament on Friday, June 16 at the Heritage Park Golf Course, 16445 Lackman Road, Olathe. June 7 is the entry d... |
| Family Canoe Lessons Offered on June 14 |
| 05/24/2006 |
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Introduce your family to the fun sport of flatwater canoeing through a workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Family Canoe Lessons are for ages 10 and up an... |
| New Picnic for Dear Old Dad Program Offered for Ages 8-14 on June 13 |
| 05/17/2006 |
| Just in time for Father's Day, youth ages eight to 14 can express their love by learning to prepare a picnic through a new class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District and Wh... |
| June 7 is Registration Deadline For Girls Volleyball Camp |
| 05/17/2006 |
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Registrations will be taken through June 7 for a Girls Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is for girls entering grades three through ... |
| New Season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Continues on June 21 |
| 05/17/2006 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to... |
| Tony Adams is newest JCPRD Board Member |
| 05/17/2006 |
| "I have a very extensive knowledge of sports and the outdoors. My company was conceived to support, explore, educate, and provide alternative methods to receive information about the outdoors and all ... |
| 11th Annual In Step and In Shape Walk & Health Expo is May 24 |
| 05/11/2006 |
| Join a celebration of good health and fitness for mature active adults when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District presents its 11th annual In Step and In Shape Walk and Health Expo on May 24... |
| Bubble Makers and Airplane Excitement Program Planned on June 6 |
| 05/10/2006 |
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Paper Airplanes and Soap Bubbles are two favorite outdoor summer activities and the topics of a program for youth being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District Bubble Maker... |
| Sponsors and Volunteers Sought for June 17 Paws in the Park Event |
| 05/10/2006 |
| Dog-related businesses and organizations are invited to participate when the third annual Paws in the Park is presented in mid-June by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District and the City of O... |
| Storybook Tales Theater Program Offered for Youth starting June 7 |
| 05/10/2006 |
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Storybook Tales Theater is the name of a beginning drama program for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Designed for young thespians ages four through eight... |
| Knights in Shining Armor Program Offered For Youth on June 5 |
| 05/10/2006 |
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Brave young ones seeking knighthood are called to the round table through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District called Knights in Shining Armor. This progra... |
| New Beginning Sewing Class for Youth Offered starting June 5 |
| 05/10/2006 |
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Youth ages eight to 13 can learn to sew through a new beginning class being offered by Just Joanna Sewing Instruction and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. In Beginning Sewing, p... |
| Jayhawk Baseball Camp Offered for Youth June 5-8 |
| 05/05/2006 |
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Boys entering grades one through six during the 2006-07 school year are invited to participate in a Jayhawk Baseball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This... |
| Exercise Workshops to be Presented by NETA and Olathe 50 Plus on June 3 & 4 |
| 05/05/2006 |
| Two nationally-recognized exercise workshops will be presented in early June by the National Exercise Trainers Association (NETA) in conjunction with Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Olat... |
| Beaches at Shawnee Mission and Kill Creek Parks Now Open |
| 05/05/2006 |
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Two beaches operated by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District are scheduled to open soon for summer use. The facilities include: The Shawnee Mission Park Beach in Shawnee Mission Par... |
| June 3 National Trails Day Observation Set in De Soto |
| 05/05/2006 |
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Free T-shirts will be given to the first 100 people who complete a 1.25-mile walk being planned in De Soto to celebrate National Trails Day on June 3. The event is being planned by the Johnson ... |
| Beginning Adult Swim Instruction Offered Beginning June 5 |
| 05/05/2006 |
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Adults who want to become safe in or around the water can do so through a swim instruction class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Adult Swim Instruction is for ... |
| Three JCPRD Marinas Open for Summer |
| 05/03/2006 |
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Three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District are scheduled to open soon for summer use. The facilities include: The Shawnee Mission Park Marina, located in Shawnee... |
| Free Fishing Weekend at JCPRD Parks is June 3 & 4 |
| 05/03/2006 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District has established the weekend of Saturday, June 3 and Sunday, June 4 as the annual Free Fishing Weekend in District parks. This will coincide with the sta... |
| Adult Beginning and Intermediate Golf Lessons begin May 30 |
| 05/03/2006 |
| Beginning and intermediate golf lessons are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in late May and early June. Golf lessons are for adults 18 and older and are inst... |
| Stingrays Swim Team/KC Blazers Masters Swim Team Both Start June 1 |
| 05/03/2006 |
| Separate swimming programs for ages five through 18 and for adults 18 and older are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The programs are the Stingrays Swim Team for youth... |
| JCPRD's Maasen Receives Distinguished Fellow Award |
| 05/02/2006 |
| For contributions at the local, state, regional, and national levels, Johnson County Park and Recreation District Planning and Development Manager Bill Maasen was recently presented with a Distinguish... |
| Second Spring Paint & Pound Event is May 6 at The Theatre in the Park |
| 05/02/2006 |
| There's still work to do to get The Theatre in the Park facility ready for its summer season, so a second spring Paint & Pound Workday has been set for Saturday, May 6. This follows an earlier workday... |
| Charity Garage Sale is Saturday at Sunflower School |
| 04/26/2006 |
| A charity garage sale will take place from from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday, April 29 at Sunflower Elementary School, 8955 Loiret Boulevard, Lenexa. The event is being conducted by the Johnson County... |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to Conduct First of Two |
| 04/26/2006 |
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All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on May 20 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. The ... |
| Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival is May 20 at Antioch Park |
| 04/26/2006 |
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Arts and crafts of all types will be on display when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District conducts its twenty-first annual arts and crafts festival, The Summertime Arts & Craft Festival. |
| Shawnee Mission Park Marina Open Weekends Beginning May 13 |
| 04/26/2006 |
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The Shawnee Mission Park Marina is scheduled to open on the weekends on May 13 and 14 and May 20 and 21 prior to its opening for the summer season on May 27. The marina's weekend hours will be ... |
| Registrations Being Taken for BikeSource Duathlon & Triathlon at Heritage Park on May 21 |
| 04/26/2006 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the BikeSource Duathlon and Triathlon at Heritage Park, which will take place beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 21, in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, ... |
| First Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2006 at Shawnee Mission Park is May 27 |
| 04/26/2006 |
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The first of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2006 will take place on May 27. After 11 p.m., the park will be open strictly for fishing only and ... |
| JCPRD Board Votes to Add Rock Creek to Streamway Park System |
| 04/24/2006 |
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Rock Creek in Northeast Johnson County recently became the ninth creek in the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Streamway Parks System. During their April 19 regular meeting, Pa... |
| JCPRD Summer Catalog Available |
| 04/19/2006 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Summer ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of April 24. The free quarterly publication lists more than 500 programs offered by the District ... |
| Animal Programs Offered for Groups |
| 04/19/2006 |
| Four nature programs featuring live animals are being offered this spring for groups by the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe. The programs are called Wildlife Who's Who, ... |
| KC Wildlands Sets May 6 Workday at Ernie Miller Park |
| 04/19/2006 |
| A prairie remnant at Ernie Miller Park is one of three sites for community restoration work which will take place during a Kansas City Wildlands workday planned from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday, May 6.... |
| Mother/Daughter Nature Hike is May 13 |
| 04/19/2006 |
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Daughters can come enjoy a natural break with their mom during a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the new TimberRidge Adventure Center. The program is... |
| Spring Wildflower Walk Offered for Adults on May 13 |
| 04/19/2006 |
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If you've ever wanted to learn more about native wildflowers, a Spring Wildflower Walk being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. This program is for adults 18 a... |
| Final Two Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Of Spring Season are May 3 & 17 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 04/12/2006 |
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The last two Animal Tales Storytime sessions of the Spring season will take place at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe on May 3 and 17. The ... |
| Family Kayak Lessons Offered on May 10 and 17 |
| 04/12/2006 |
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Learn the basics of flatwater kayaking through an introductory workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Family Kayak Lessons are for ages 10 and up and are de... |
| Group Programs Offered by JCPRD Interpretive Staff |
| 04/12/2006 |
| Scouting or other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Spring can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Arran... |
| La Grande Birding Fiesta is April 29 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 04/05/2006 |
| A south-of-the-border fiesta to welcome back hummingbirds, orioles, warblers, and other feathered friends after their winter vacation in Latin America is the theme of a special event scheduled in late... |
| Free Triathlon Training Workshop is May 3 |
| 04/05/2006 |
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Want to know what kind of training is needed to prepare for a triathlon? A free workshop being offered by BikeSource and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. During this wo... |
| Panzon's Restaurant to Hold Tenth Annual Fundraiser to Benefit Local Special Olympians on April 30 |
| 04/05/2006 |
| Panzon’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 8710 Lackman Road, Lenexa, will hold its tenth annual fundraiser to benefit the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Special Olympics Program from noon... |
| 10th Annual Kansas City EarthWalk set to kickoff Earth Day celebration on April 22 |
| 03/29/2006 |
| What do Brazilian martial arts, Green Elvis, a bicycle rodeo and gas cap testing have in common? They’re all things you can see and do at The Kansas City EarthFest from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM on Saturday... |
| Sailing I Class Offered for Adults Beginning April 29 |
| 03/29/2006 |
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Learn the basic skills of sailing through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Sailing I is for ages 18 and older. Participants will learn about types of bo... |
| Family Canoe Lessons Offered on April 26 |
| 03/29/2006 |
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Introduce your family to the fun sport of flatwater canoeing through a workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Family Canoe Lessons are for ages 10 and older... |
| April Pools Day is April 23 at RPAC |
| 03/29/2006 |
| April Pools Day is a special event emphasizing water safety and highlighting swimming lessons which will be offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at four municipal pools. The even... |
| Passport to Adventure Kickoff Event is April 23 at Union Station |
| 03/29/2006 |
| The Interpretive Site Coalition of Kansas City will officially start its 2006 Passport to Adventure Hunt with a Kickoff Event on April 25 at Union Station, 30 W. Pershing, Kansas City, Mo. Both the Ap... |
| New Mommy & Me Bunny Cookie Workshop Offered on April 15 |
| 03/22/2006 |
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Parents and their children can spend part of a Saturday together decorating Spring cookies through a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program is... |
| Orienteering Workshop Offered on April 15 |
| 03/22/2006 |
| Do you enjoy hiking cross-country but fear losing your way? If so, join the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for a Map and Compass Workshop beginning at 9 a.m. on Saturday, April 15 at the ... |
| Spring Paint & Pound Event is April 15 at The Theatre in the Park |
| 03/22/2006 |
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Members of the public are invited to help The Theatre in the Park get its facility ready for its summer season during a Paint & Pound Workday set for Saturday, April 15. The workday will take p... |
| Public Invited to TimberRidge Adventure Center Open House on April 15 |
| 03/22/2006 |
| The public can come see and experience the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's TimberRidge Adventure Center during an Open House scheduled for April 15. Also on the same day, a related Open ... |
| Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Continue During April at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 03/17/2006 |
| Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during a popular storytime program offered at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olat... |
| JCPRD Early Childhood Development Centers To Conduct Open House on April 5 |
| 03/17/2006 |
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Open houses will be conducted from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 5 at all five of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Early Childhood Development Centers. During the open ho... |
| Tomahawk Hills Women's Golf Association Registration is April 5 |
| 03/17/2006 |
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The Tomahawk Hills Women's Golf Association will hold its annual registration on Wednesday, April 5 at 9 a.m. Tomahawk Hills Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course located at 17501 Midland Driv... |
| Gary K. Montague is Newest JCPRD Board Member |
| 03/13/2006 |
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Former Shawnee City Manager Gary K. Montague is the newest addition to the Johnosn County Park and Recreation District's Board of Park and Recreation Commissioners. "My goals includes park and ... |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center Now Open for Walk-In Visitors on Mondays |
| 03/13/2006 |
| For the first time in its more than 20 years of operation, the Ernie Miller Nature Center is now open to the public on Mondays. The Monday hours began March 13 and are the result of a job-sharing arra... |
| Working Ladies' Golf League offered at Tomahawk Hills |
| 03/08/2006 |
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A Working Ladies Golf League is being offered beginning in early April at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Tomahawk Hills Golf Course, 17501 Midland Drive, Shawnee. The league ... |
| Summer Employment Opportunities Available with Johnson County Park & Recreation District |
| 03/02/2006 |
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Summer employment packets listing jobs for summer 2006 available with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District are now available. In all, there are 70 classifications of job types avail... |
| Pinocchio Puppet Show Performance for Youth Planned for March 31 at the Roeland Park Community Center |
| 03/01/2006 |
| Carlo Collodi’s literary classic, Pinocchio, will be brought to life by Gheppetto’s wishes, blue fairy magic, and StoneLion’s intricate puppets during a performance on March 31 at the Roeland Park Com... |
| Artists Sought for Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival in May |
| 02/24/2006 |
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Craftspersons and artists of all types are invited to enter the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's twenty-first annual spring arts and crafts show, The Summertime Arts & Crafts Show. |
| Soccer Academy Program For Ages 4-12 Begins March 22 |
| 02/22/2006 |
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Helping young soccer players develop their fundamentals and knowledge of the game is the aim of a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Soccer Academy is for... |
| New Mommy & Me Spring Break Jewelry Program Offered on March 15 |
| 02/22/2006 |
| Participants in a new intergenerational jewelry-making class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will get their first pick of new colored beads which have arrived for Spri... |
| Registrations Now Being Taken For Girls Spring Volleyball League |
| 02/22/2006 |
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March 17 is the deadline for registering for a Girls Spring Volleyball League being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is for girls in grades three through... |
| Two Adventure Camps Offered During Spring Break, March 13-17 |
| 02/22/2006 |
| Children can have an adventure during spring break through either of two different camp programs being offered at Ernie Miller Park, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. The programs are Spring Break A... |
| Intergenerational Easter Mosaic Program Offered on March 21 |
| 02/22/2006 |
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Participants can make beautiful mosaic decorations to celebrate the Easter season through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is called East... |
| Two New Mad Science® Programs For Youth Offered in Mid-March |
| 02/22/2006 |
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Chemistry and robotics are topics to be covered during two new Mad Science® programs for youth being offered in mid-March by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The programs are de... |
| Running 101 and 202 Classes Offered for Adults Beginning March 9 |
| 02/15/2006 |
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Have an interest in running but don't know how to get started or to progress to the next level? Two classes offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. The classes are... |
| Spring Break Trout Stocking Set for March 11 |
| 02/15/2006 |
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An additional 2,600 pounds of rainbow trout will be released into two Johnson County Park and Recreation District lakes during a supplemental stocking in mid-March. The public is invited to wat... |
| Soccer Season Kick-off Clinic is March 11 at Tomahawk Dome |
| 02/15/2006 |
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A Season Kick-off Clinic is being offered again this year for all youth soccer players registered in the Johnson County Youth Soccer League this spring. During this event, players ages four to ... |
| Squaw Creek Birdwatching Trip Offered on March 11 |
| 02/15/2006 |
| Join the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for a late winter birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, March 11. The trip will depart from the north side of ... |
| Spring Break Volleyball Camp for Grades 3-6 Runs March 13 through 16 |
| 02/15/2006 |
| Providing boys and girls in grades three through six with basic skills in the game of volleyball is the goal of a Spring Break Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation D... |
| Next Animal Tales Storytime Sessions is March 17 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 02/15/2006 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to... |
| Spring Fling Fun offers Nature-Related Programs During Spring Break, March 13-17 |
| 02/15/2006 |
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Bored during Spring Break Week? Bring your family and friends to Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, for a fun and educational program Each day during Spring Break ... |
| The Theatre in the Park Auditions Workshop Set For March 4 |
| 02/08/2006 |
| Build your confidence and learn how to present yourself at musical theater auditions through the Audition Workshop being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's The Theatre in T... |
| 16th Annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball Tournament Registration Deadline is March 3 |
| 02/08/2006 |
| March 3 is the deadline for teams wishing to register for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 16th Annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball, which will take place on March 11 at the Roeland P... |
| Adults Can Learn to Coach Youth Soccer Through New Program Beginning March 4 |
| 02/08/2006 |
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Adults can learn to coach youth soccer though a new program being offered in early March by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Coach Youth Soccer is for ages 18 and older. For thi... |
| Bluebird House Workshop Offered for Families on March 4 |
| 02/01/2006 |
| Kansas folklore says that seeing a bluebird is good luck. You can increase your chances of good fortune by building a bluebird house through a Bluebird House Workshop being offered by the Johnson Coun... |
| Aquatic Rehabilitation Program Offered By Appointment |
| 02/01/2006 |
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If you are experiencing pain and want to try a new method to alleviate it, a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District may be able to help. Aquatic Rehabilitation... |
| KC Wildlands Sets Feb. 26 Workday at Shawnee Mission Park and Other Metro Park Sites |
| 02/01/2006 |
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A Kansas City WildLands workday has been scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 26 at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Interested parties are invited to assist with land st... |
| JCPRD 2006 Summer Camps - Part I |
| 02/01/2006 |
| Editor’s Note: because of the number of summer camps being offered this year, we’ve listed this summary of 2006 summer camps in two parts. Camp listings continue in Part II, which includes art-relate... |
| JCPRD 2006 Summer Camps - Part II |
| 02/01/2006 |
| Editor’s Note: because of the number of summer camps being offered this year, we’ve listed this summary of 2006 summer camps in two parts. Please be sure to see Part I as well., which includes most of... |
| Overnight Fishing Dates at Shawnee Mission Park Set for 2006 |
| 01/30/2006 |
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Four Saturday night dates for overnight fishing at Shawnee Mission Park during 2006 have been set. The dates are: May 27, June 24, July 29, and Aug. 26. After 11 p.m., the park will be open... |
| Four People Affiliated With JCPRD Honored at 2006 KRPA Conference |
| 01/30/2006 |
| Four people associated with theJohnson County Park and Recreation District were honored during the Kansas Recreation and Park Association’s annual conference conducted Jan. 22 through 25 at the Overla... |
| Dan Field Named New Chief of JCPRD Park Police |
| 01/25/2006 |
| Dan Field of Overland Park recently became the newest Chief for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Park Police Department. Field stepped into the position on Dec. 17 following the retir... |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stockings are Feb. 22 |
| 01/25/2006 |
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The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late February. Approximately 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be stocked in... |
| Map & Compass Program, Archery Clinic offered For Groups by JCPRD Interpretive Staff |
| 01/25/2006 |
| Scouting or other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Winter can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Arran... |
| Northernmost Portion of Mill Creek Streamway Park Reopens |
| 01/19/2006 |
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The northernmost portion of the Mill Creek Streamway Park is scheduled to reopen for public use beginning Saturday, Jan. 21, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials announced. The... |
| New Color-Colorific Class for Youth Begins Feb. 11 |
| 01/18/2006 |
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Children ages six through 10 will have an opportunity to explore the artistic possibilities of color through a new class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The cl... |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented Feb. 11 by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation |
| 01/18/2006 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| New Valentine Ballerina Class Offered for Girls 3 1/2-6 on Feb. 11 |
| 01/18/2006 |
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Girls ages three and one-half to six can celebrate Valentines Day through a new class called Valentine Ballerinas being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Participants ... |
| JCPRD Spring Catalog Available After Jan. 23 |
| 01/11/2006 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Spring ACTIVITIES catalog will be available after Jan. 23. The quarterly publication lists more than 600 programs offered by the District from March t... |
| Home School Sensations Art Class Offered beginning Feb. 7 |
| 01/11/2006 |
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A Home School Sensations Art Class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is meant to expand and supplement home schooling efforts. This program is for children six to... |
| Beginning Taxidermy Class For Adults Begins Feb. 7 |
| 01/11/2006 |
| A beginning taxidermy class for adults 16 and older is being offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays beginning Feb. 7 at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. ... |
| Next Animal Tales Storytime Session offered on Feb. 22 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 01/11/2006 |
| Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during a storytime program being offered at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe... |
| Cartooning Just For Kids Class Offered Beginning Feb. 1 |
| 01/05/2006 |
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Participants' imaginations can run wild as they create cartoon characters of their own during a Cartooning class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The class is c... |
| Basic Knitting Class Offered for Adults beginning Feb. 1 |
| 01/04/2006 |
| Knitting has seen a comeback in recent years as new generations learn this time-tested craft. Adults can learn to knit through a class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District.... |
| New The Painted Room I Class Offered For Adults on Jan. 21 |
| 12/28/2005 |
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Adults can learn to make any room in their house "pop" using color and texture through a new class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The class is called The Pain... |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented on Jan. 28 by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation |
| 12/28/2005 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| New American Girl© Valentine Jewelry Class Offered for Youth Starting Jan. 21 |
| 12/21/2005 |
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A new American Girl© Valentine Class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will give girls age seven to 12 a chance to make valentine-themed jewelry. Participants wil... |
| New Exploring Art Program Offered for Youth Starting Jan. 21 |
| 12/21/2005 |
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The basics of art and various art materials will be covered during a new class for youth being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program is called Exploring Art an... |
| Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs begin Jan. 8 |
| 12/14/2005 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in January for Sunday Afternoon Nature Programs for educational and entertaining programs. The programs... |
| New Broomball Program Offered for Adults Begnning Jan. 7 |
| 12/14/2005 |
| "Hockey in tennis shoes" is the way some people refer to a sport which is the subject of a new class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the AMF Ice Chateau, 8788 Metca... |
| Winter Wonderland Program Offered Jan. 3-6 for Ages 3-6 |
| 12/07/2005 |
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Children ages three to six will creatively celebrate the coming of Winter through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program is called Winter Wonde... |
| Recycle Your Christmas Tree at Shawnee Mission or Heritage park Through Jan. 17! |
| 11/30/2005 |
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Post-holiday contributions of discarded natural Christmas trees are again being accepted by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in two park locations. Trees will be collected from ... |
| Dec. 21 is Deadline for Winter Break Basketball Camp Registration |
| 11/30/2005 |
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Dec. 21 is the registration deadline for a Winter Break Basketball Camp for boys and girls in grades Kindergarten through six being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. ... |
| JCPRD's Jill Geller Named Chair-Elect of KRPA's Recreation Branch |
| 11/30/2005 |
| Johnson County Park and Recreation District Superintendent of Recreation Jill Geller of Prairie Village was recently named Chair-Elect of the Kansas Recreation and Park Association's Recreation Branch... |
| Winter Break Volleyball Camp Offered Dec. 27-30 for Grades 3-8 |
| 11/30/2005 |
| Providing boys and girls in grades three through eight with basic skills in the game of volleyball is the goal of a Winter Break Volleyball Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation... |
| Special Holiday Ice Skating & Hockey Classes at Ice Midwest Dec. 26-31 |
| 11/30/2005 |
| Take advantage of holiday time off from school or work through Special Holiday ice skating and ice hockey classes being offered through the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The classes are... |
| New Grammy’s Gingerbread Ornament Program Offered on Dec. 21 |
| 11/23/2005 |
| Grandparents can spend time with their grandchildren this holiday season building a gingerbread house ornament through a new intergenerational program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recr... |
| Northernmost Portion of Mill Creek Streamway Park Remains Closed for Repairs |
| 11/23/2005 |
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A portion of a popular hiking and biking trail which was closed in late 2005 for repairs will remain closed until further notice. Closed is a 1.5-mile portion of the Mill Creek Streamway Park's... |
| Holiday Open House Planned for Dec. 15 at Overland Park 50 Plus |
| 11/23/2005 |
| Festive treats, lively entertainment, and games will be featured when a Holiday Open House takes place on Dec. 15 at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Overland Park Plus Program, 63... |
| Dec. 23 is Registration Deadline for Girls Winter Volleyball League |
| 11/23/2005 |
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Dec. 23 is the deadline for registering for a Girls Winter Volleyball League being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is for girls in grades three through ... |
| New Aquatic Rehabilitation Program Offered By Appointment |
| 11/16/2005 |
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If you are experiencing pain and want to try a new method to alleviate it, a new program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District may be able to help. Aquatic Rehabilita... |
| Visit With Santa Program Available for Organized Groups |
| 11/16/2005 |
| A popular Santa program offered as part of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's nature awareness programming is also available from Dec. 5 through 23 as an outreach program for organized ... |
| Dec. 12 is deadline for Letters From Santa Program |
| 11/16/2005 |
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Personalized letters from Santa are available through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s 50 Plus Program. To arrange a letter from Santa for that speci... |
| Longtime JCPRD Chief Park Ranger Ralph Hays to Retire on Dec. 16 |
| 11/16/2005 |
| Ralph Hays, Chief of Park Police for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District, will retire at the end of 2005 after more than 30 of exemplary service. As Chief Ranger in Johnson County, Kansas... |
| Donations of Animal Supplies Sought Through Holidays for the Animals Program at the Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 11/09/2005 |
| The holidays are a time of gifts and generosity. Individuals, families and groups wanting to make a difference are invited to consider contributing a gift to the animals at the Ernie Miller Nature Cen... |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center Offers Live Animal Programs for Groups |
| 11/09/2005 |
| Three nature programs featuring live animals are being offered for groups by the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, or at your location in Kansas. The programs are called ... |
| Breakfast With Santa Program for Ages 3-5 Offered on Dec. 3 |
| 11/02/2005 |
| Children three to five can bring a parent and enjoy a morning meal followed by a visit with Santa during a program called Breakfast With Santa being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation... |
| Squaw Creek Eagle Days Trip Offered on Dec. 3 |
| 11/02/2005 |
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Visit the yearly celebration of "Eagle Days" at the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge through a birdwatching trip being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Always a p... |
| Creative Gift Wrapping Workshop for Adults Offered on Dec. 3 |
| 11/02/2005 |
| Your holiday gift packages could be the envy of everyone who sees them this year. A program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will show you how to give your gifts a new ... |
| Storytelling Workshop for Adults Set For Nov. 19 At Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/26/2005 |
| Opening the world of storytelling possibilities is the aim of a Second-Annual Storytelling Workshop being planned for adults at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Ce... |
| 'Twas the Night Before Christmas Puppet Show Performance Planned for Nov. 19 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 10/26/2005 |
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Clement C. Moore's famous Christmas poem is the subject of a play which will be brought to life by Stone Lion’s intricate puppets during a Nov. 19 performance for children ages three to 12. "'... |
| Johnson County artists to be honored at juried exhibition |
| 10/26/2005 |
| The works of 41 Johnson County artists will be showcased in the inaugural Johnson County Art Fest exhibit opening Sunday, November 6. The juried exhibition runs through November 20th at the Ernie Mil... |
| Tellabration 2005 Set For Nov. 19 At Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/26/2005 |
| How about a good story? Come celebrate the International Day of Storytelling at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. This event will take place on Saturday, Nov. 19. The cost is $2 per person, paid at the ... |
| Night-Time Prairie Burn To Take Place Oct. 26 at Kill Creek Park |
| 10/25/2005 |
| The public is invited to come watch a night-time prairie burn at Kill Creek Park on Oct. 26. This event will take place beginning at 7 p.m. near shelter #4, located within the park at 11670 Homestead ... |
| Here Comes Christmas Ornament Workshop Offered on Nov. 12 |
| 10/19/2005 |
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Hand-painted Christmas ornaments are the best! A workshop for kids offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help you create one. Here Comes Christmas! is the name of this... |
| Little Elves Workshop for Ages 6 to 10 Offered Nov. 12 |
| 10/19/2005 |
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Children between the ages of six and 10 will be as busy as elves during a Little Elves Workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Filled with lots of Christmas s... |
| JCPRD's Maasen Elected to NSPR Board |
| 10/19/2005 |
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Johnson County Park and Recreation District Planning and Development Manager Bill Maasen was recently elected to a three-year term on the Board of the National Society for Park Resources (NSPR). |
| JCPRD Winter Catalog Available After Oct. 25 |
| 10/12/2005 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Winter ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of Oct. 25. The quarterly publication lists more than 400 programs offered by the District from D... |
| JCPRD Winter Park Hours Begin Nov. 1 |
| 10/12/2005 |
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Hours of operation for a number of Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks will change for the winter effective Nov. 1. Winter hours are 7:30 a.m. through 8 p.m. daily. This annual re... |
| Public Hayride Offered on Nov. 6 |
| 10/12/2005 |
| In addition to fall hayrides for organized groups, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District offers this annual opportunity for individuals and family members to enjoy the crisp autumn air from ... |
| Mildale Farm Fall Fest Set For Oct. 29 |
| 10/12/2005 |
| A Fall Fest being planned by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for the afternoon of Oct. 29 will give members of the public a second opportunity this year to explore the Mildale Farm pro... |
| Antioch Park Rededication Planned For Oct. 15 |
| 10/11/2005 |
| Following the completion earlier this year of two phases of major improvements, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s much-loved oldest park is being rededicated in a ceremony set for Satu... |
| Second-Annual Children's Haunted House Offered At ATC on Oct. 30 |
| 10/05/2005 |
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It will be fun to be scared when the Children's Haunted House at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Athletic Training Center, 9301 W. 73rd St., Merriam, returns for a second year. |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center to Host Kansas Art Educators' Association Exhibit Through Oct. 29 |
| 10/03/2005 |
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"The Nature of Art" is the theme of an exhibit displaying the talents of Kansas art teachers taking place at the at the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe, through Oct. 29. |
| Category 3 A & C Pesticide Recertification Seminar is Oct. 26 |
| 09/28/2005 |
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A full-day training seminar on Pesticide Application Recertification is being offered on Oct. 26 by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Parks and Golf Courses Division. Following ... |
| Registrations Now Being Taken for American Girl© Art Class on Oct. 22 |
| 09/28/2005 |
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Girls ages five to ten can step back in history through an American Girl© Art Class being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The American Girl Collection© involves enga... |
| Halloween Happenings Program Offered For Ages 3 to 6 at Four Locations Oct. 24-27 |
| 09/28/2005 |
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Halloween fun is the goal of a new program for children ages three to six being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at four locations during late October. The program is... |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stocking Set for Oct. 26 |
| 09/27/2005 |
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The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late October. Up to 2,400 pounds of rainbow trout will be stocked in the two ... |
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James Azeltine is Newest JCPRD Board Member
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| 09/22/2005 |
| James Azeltine of Leawood was recently appointed by the Board of Johnson County Commissioners to serve as the seventh district's at-large representative to the Board of the Johnson County Park and Rec... |
| Fall Animal Programs Offered for Groups |
| 09/21/2005 |
| Three nature programs featuring live animals are being offered for groups by the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, or at your location in Kansas. The programs are called ... |
| Ernie Miller Park Owl Prowl is Oct. 14, Nov 4 & 5 |
| 09/21/2005 |
| Great horned, barred, and screech owls make their home in Ernie Miller Park. Come learn more about these fascinating birds during the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature ... |
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JCPRD To Participate in 3rd Annual Hispanic Heritage Fiesta on Sept. 25
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| 09/20/2005 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District is among agencies which will participate in the Third Annual Hispanic Heritage Fiesta, which will take place from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 25, at St... |
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Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented on Oct. 8 & 22 by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation
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| 09/14/2005 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
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Night-Time Prairie Burn at Kill Creek Park Postponed to Oct. 26
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| 09/14/2005 |
| A nighttime prairie burn at Kill Creek Park originally planned for early October has been rescheduled for Oct.. 26. The public is invited to come watch this event, which will take place beginning at 7... |
| Tenth Annual Kids Klassic is Oct. 8 at Heritage Park |
| 09/14/2005 |
| There is something offered for everyone when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District presents the tenth annual Kids Klassic noncompetitive fun run/walk. The 2005 Kids Klassic is being presente... |
| Backyard Birdwatchers' Breakfast is Oct. 8 |
| 09/14/2005 |
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Join a park ranger for breakfast and a morning of birdwatching in Shawnee Mission Park on Saturday, Oct. 8. The annual Backyard Birdwatchers Breakfast is presented by the Johnson County Park a... |
| Parent & Child Night Hike is Sept. 30 |
| 09/07/2005 |
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An intergenerational program being offered in late September at Ernie Miller Park allows children ages two to six with a parent or guardian to explore park trails as the sun sets. The program i... |
| Minor Change of Phone Hours Announced for JCPRD Registration Department |
| 09/07/2005 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Registration Department has announced a change of hours for making registrations and shelter reservations by phone. Effective Sept. 19, calls to (913)... |
| A variety of activities for all ages sponsored by Park and Recreation District During Sept. 17 Johnson County Festival |
| 09/07/2005 |
| Johnson County’s Sesquicentennial Celebration and Community Festival will be held on Saturday, September 17, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. in the Theatre in the Park area of Shawnee Mission Park, 7710 Renner... |
| New Running 101 Class Offered for Adults |
| 08/31/2005 |
| Anyone who's ever entertained the idea of running a five kilometer race but doesn't know how to train can benefit from a new class being offered this fall by the Johnson County Park and Recreation Dis... |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation on Sept. 24 |
| 08/31/2005 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
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2005 Fall Hayrides Offered For Organized Groups
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| 08/31/2005 |
| 20.Enjoy the crisp autumn air by taking a hayride through Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, or Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, Olathe. Organized hayrides for groups are available thro... |
| Symphony’s “Pops in the Park” Provides Free Family Fun at Shawnee Mission Park Sunday, Sept. 4 |
| 08/31/2005 |
| KANSAS CITY, MO (Aug. 17, 2005)— The Kansas City Symphony will present its 22nd Annual Labor Day Weekend concert—POPS IN THE PARK—on Sunday, Sept. 4, 2005 at Shawnee Mission Park’s The Theatre in the ... |
| New Kansas Pioneer Girl Day to Take Place Sept. 24 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/31/2005 |
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Laura Ingalls Wilder's "Little House on the Prairie" books are the theme of a new special event at Ernie Miller Park that will allow participants to step back in time to pioneer Days. Kans... |
| New Great Outdoor Challenge to Take Place Sept. 17 |
| 08/29/2005 |
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A new program being offered as part of the Johnson County Park & Recreation District's 50th anniversary celebration promises to offer adventure, challenge, and excitement. The event is cal... |
| Opening Ceremonies for Second Annual Kansas City Senior Games Set for Sept. 15 At Shawnee Mission Park’s Shelter #8 |
| 08/29/2005 |
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Opening Ceremonies for Second Annual Kansas City Senior Games Set for Sept. 15 At Shawnee Mission Park’s Shelter #8 Athletes' families, as well as friends and the general public, are invited to br... |
| First-Ever Johnson County Open Golf Tournament Set for Sept. 17 & 18 |
| 08/17/2005 |
| The first-ever 36-hole Johnson County Open Golf Tournament is being planned by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for Sept. 17 and 18. The two-day competitive event will involve 18 holes ... |
| Volunteers Needed for Sept 10 Fall Cleanup at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/17/2005 |
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Pitch in with nature center staff and volunteers for the seventh annual public park cleanup at Ernie Miller Park, 909 N. Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe. Past events have drawn over 200 volunteer... |
| New Beginners' Butterfly Walk To Take Place Sept. 10 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/17/2005 |
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A new Beginners Butterfly Walk at Ernie Miller Park will give participants an opportunity to hike and watch these beautiful creatures. Drawn by late-blooming flowers in a prairie remnant ... |
| KC Wildlands Sets Sept. 10 Workday at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 08/17/2005 |
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A Kansas City WildLands workday has been scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon.on Saturday, Sept. 10 at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Interested parties are invited to assist w... |
| Fall Wildflower Walk Offered for Adults on Sept. 10 |
| 08/17/2005 |
| Come see Mother Nature's last color show before winter during a Fall Wildflower Walk being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. A park naturalist will lead the walk to discover ... |
| Moonlight Canoe Excursion Offered At Shawnee Mission Park on Sept. 9 |
| 08/10/2005 |
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Explore Shawnee Mission Park Lake by canoe through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Participants in the Moonlight Canoe Excursion will get to hear the... |
| Shawnee Mission Park Marina Open Weekends Through Sept. 5 |
| 08/10/2005 |
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The Shawnee Mission Park Marina was set to conclude daily operations on Aug. 15, but will continue to offer weekend hours through Sept. 6. The marina is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturda... |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center to be Closed Sept. 6-29 for Painting, Dome Installation |
| 08/10/2005 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will be closed to the public for most of the month of September for painting of the pool and reinstallation of the air-supported dome which makes the facility's main po... |
| Aug. 26 is Registration Deadline for Second-Annual Kansas City Senior Games |
| 08/03/2005 |
| August 26 is the registration deadline for athletes interested in participating in the second annual Kansas City Senior Games. For 2005, the Games have expanded from three to five days of activities a... |
| Fourth Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2005 at Shawnee Mission Park is Aug. 27 |
| 08/03/2005 |
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The fourth and final overnight fishing opportunity at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2005 is set for Aug. 27. After 11 p.m., the park will be open strictly for fishing only and park rangers w... |
| Fall Group Programs Offered by JCPRD Interpretive Staff |
| 07/27/2005 |
| Scouting or other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Fall can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Arrange... |
| Fishing Regulations Re-Announced for Antioch Park |
| 07/20/2005 |
| Now that the two lakes at Antioch Park have been refilled with water and stocked with fish, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials have recently re-announced fishing regulations for the... |
| Dive-In Movie set for Aug. 13 at RPAC |
| 07/20/2005 |
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Another Dive-In Movie at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center (RPAC), 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park, is planned for the evening of Saturday, Aug. 13. Due to licensing restrictions, the name of the fil... |
| Last Chance Beach Party Planned for Aug. 14 at Shawnee Mission Park Beach |
| 07/20/2005 |
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Say good-bye to the Shawnee Mission Park Beach in style with a Last Chance Beach Party on Sunday, Aug. 14. This will also be the final day of the beach's 2005 season. The party will take place ... |
| Sign Up Now for Fall Group Hayrides |
| 07/20/2005 |
| The heat of Summer hasn't faded away yet, but it's still a great time to plan a group Fall hayride with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This year, rides will be offered between Sept. ... |
| National Aquatics Week Celebration Planned for July 17 at Kill Creek Park Beach |
| 07/11/2005 |
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A celebration of National Aquatics Week is planned for Sunday, July 17 at Kill Creek Park Beach. This event will take place from noon to 3 p.m. and will involve activities including pedal boat... |
| Eighth Annual Golf Tournaments to benefit Local Special Olympians Set For Thursday, July 28 |
| 07/06/2005 |
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Spaces are still available for participation in the eighth annual Special Olympics Golf Classic on July 28 at the Prairie Highlands Golf Course, 14695 S. Inverness Street, Olathe. Tournament pl... |
| Third Overnight Fishing Opportunity at Shawnee Mission Park is July 30 |
| 07/06/2005 |
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The third of four overnight fishing opportunities planned this summer will take place on July 30 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. After 11 p.m., the park will... |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to Conduct |
| 07/06/2005 |
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All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on July 30 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. The... |
| Maintenance Work on Portion of Mill Creek Streamway Park Delayed by Rain, Now Set for July 13 & 13 |
| 07/06/2005 |
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Due to heavy weekend rain and the wet conditions it left behind, plans to perform maintenance on a section of the Mill Creek Streamway Park's Gary L. Haller Trail have been delayed by about a week. |
| Afternoon Artists Program Offered for Youth starting July 26 |
| 07/06/2005 |
| Hot summer afternoons are a good time to do quiet indoor projects and children ages six to 11 will have a chance to do just that during a program called Art: Afternoon Artists being offered by the Joh... |
| Portion of Mill Creek Streamway Park to close July 6 and 7 |
| 06/30/2005 |
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Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials have announced that a section of a popular hiking and biking trail will be closed for two days in early July for maintenance. Scheduled for... |
| Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation Self Defense Program to Be Presented on July 23 |
| 06/29/2005 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, i... |
| New Parent & Child Night Hike is July 22 at Ernie Miller Park |
| 06/29/2005 |
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A new intergenerational program being offered in late July at Ernie Miller Park allows children ages two to six with a parent or guardian to explore park trails as the sun sets. The program is ... |
| Boys Football Camp Program Begins July 25 |
| 06/29/2005 |
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July 20 is the registration deadline for a Football Camp for boys in grades one through six being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Providing the basic skills of the g... |
| New Wonderful Week of Water Camp Begins July 12 |
| 06/22/2005 |
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Water is the theme of a new summer camp program for youth being offered at Ernie Miller Park, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. Wonderful Week of Water is the name of the program, which is f... |
| Streamway Plaque to Be Placed in Honor of Frank Rollf on June 23 |
| 06/20/2005 |
| A bronze plaque honoring a longtime volunteer who started the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Eastern Bluebird Recovery Program is scheduled to be placed on the Mill Creek Streamway Park... |
| Shawnee Mission Triathlon Registrations Now Being Taken |
| 06/16/2005 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon. The event will take place Sunday, July 11, in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Entries will be ... |
| Family Canoe and Kayak Lessons Offered on July 12 & 13 |
| 06/15/2005 |
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Separate single-session lessons introducing participants to the sports of flatwater kayaking and canoeing are planned on consecutive nights in mid-July at Shawnee Mission Park. The Johnson Cou... |
| Final Animal Tales Storytime is July 20 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 06/15/2005 |
| Young children and their parents are invited to come listen and learn during a storytime program being offered at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe... |
| Second Annual Paws in the Park is June 18 at Heritage Park |
| 06/08/2005 |
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The Second-Annual Paws in the Park Dog Contest will take place from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 18 in the Off-Leash Area at Heritage Park, 16455 Lackman Road, Olathe. This fu... |
| Excuse Me, Are You a Dragon Puppet Show Performance Planned for June 27 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 06/01/2005 |
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A story known as "a tale of love and polite monsters" will be brought to life by Stone Lion’s intricate puppets during a June 27 performance for children ages three to 12. The performance, cal... |
| Second Overnight Fishing Opportunity at Shawnee Mission Park is June 25 |
| 06/01/2005 |
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The second of four overnight fishing opportunities planned this summer will take place on June 25 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. After 11 p.m., the park wil... |
| 50th Anniversary First-Ever KidFest and Scavenger Hunt Set For June 25 |
| 06/01/2005 |
| A KidFest and Scavenger Hunt has been scheduled for June 25 at Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch, to help the Johnson County Park and Recreation District celebrate its 50th anniversary during 2005. The event... |
| New Bike Touring Basics Workshop Offered for Adults on June 25 |
| 06/01/2005 |
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Ever wonder what it takes to travel by bicycle? A new four-hour workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District can help. Whether you are interested in a short weekend... |
| Eighth Annual Fishing Rodeo for Kids 12 and Under is June 18 |
| 05/25/2005 |
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The Eighth Annual Kids Fishing Rodeo at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 18. This event is free to the public and is bei... |
| Registrations Now Being Taken for New American Girl© Camp |
| 05/25/2005 |
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Girls ages seven to nine can step back in history through an American Girl© Art Camp being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The American Girls Collection© involves en... |
| Mildale Farm Community Day Set For June 4 |
| 05/25/2005 |
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The public will have an opportunity to explore a recently-acquired Johnson County Park and Recreation District property during a Mildale Farm Community Day on June 4. The event is scheduled fro... |
| New Dream Dragon Workshop for Ages 4-8 on June 21 to Precede Excuse Me Are You a Dragon Puppet Show |
| 05/25/2005 |
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Professional puppeteers from Stone Lion Puppets will help children design and make their own dragon puppets during a new workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. <... |
| Family Canoe And Kayak Lessons Offered |
| 05/25/2005 |
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Separate single-session lessons introducing participants to the sports of flatwater kayaking and canoeing are planned on consecutive nights in late June at Shawnee Mission Park. The Johnson Co... |
| Registrations Now Being Taken for JCPRD's Art & Theater Day Camps |
| 05/18/2005 |
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Registrations are now being taken for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Discovery Art and Theater day camps for children. Discovery Art Camps for children ages nine to 12 encour... |
| Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater Programs For June |
| 05/18/2005 |
| Bring the family to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Park Amphitheater on Friday evenings during June for educational and entertaining programs. The programs last about a... |
| Children 3-6 Can Make Father's Day Gifts through JCPRD Program |
| 05/18/2005 |
| With Fathers Day approaching quickly, it's time for children ages three to six to show their dads how special they are! A program called Forever Fathers being offered by the Johnson County Park and Re... |
| Chalk Sidewalk Art & Games Program Offered For Youth |
| 05/13/2005 |
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Antioch Park's many sidewalks provide the canvas for a children's art program called Chalk Sidewalk Art & Games being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This program is... |
| T-Ball and Saturday T-Ball Offered for Youth June 6 & 7 |
| 05/11/2005 |
| Separate T-Ball and Saturday T-Ball programs for ages five through seven are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early June. Search for the keyword "baseball"... |
| Bubble Makers and Airplane Excitement Program is June 7 |
| 05/11/2005 |
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Paper Airplanes and Soap Bubbles are two favorite outdoor summer activities and the topics of a program for youth being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District Bubble Maker... |
| New Season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Beginning June 8 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 05/11/2005 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to... |
| New Intro to Yoga Program Offered at Shawnee Mission Park Beach beginning June 4 |
| 05/06/2005 |
| Adults are invited to increase balance, flexibility, and strength while decreasing stress through a new class being offered at the Shawnee Mission Park Beach by the Johnson County Park and Recreation ... |
| Free Fishing Weekend at JCPRD Parks is June 4 & 5 |
| 05/06/2005 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District has established the weekend of Saturday, June 4 and Sunday, June 5 as the annual Free Fishing Weekend in District parks. This will coincide with the Sta... |
| Free Swim and Dive-In Movie set for June 4 at RPAC |
| 05/06/2005 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center (RPAC), 4843 Rosewood, Roeland Park, is planning two special events on June 4 to help celebrate the 20th Anniversary of the Roeland Park Community Center, which is loca... |
| Stingrays Swim Team/KC Blazers Masters Swim Team Both Seeking Swimmers |
| 05/04/2005 |
| Separate swimming programs for ages five through 18 and for adults 18 and older are being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The programs are the Stingray Swim Team for youth ... |
| Tomahawk Hills Golf Course Opens Renovated Facilities |
| 05/04/2005 |
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Following five months of renovations, reconstructed concrete cart paths and tee boxes for two signature holes at the Tomahawk Hills Golf Course will reopen Friday May 6. To commemorate the open... |
| JCPRD Beaches & Marinas Opening Soon |
| 05/04/2005 |
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Two beaches and three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District are scheduled to open soon for their summer seasons. The facilities include: The Shawnee Mission Park ... |
| Registrations Being Taken for Bikesource Duathlon & Triathlon at Heritage Park on May 22 |
| 04/27/2005 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the BikeSource Duathlon and Triathlon at Heritage Park, which will take place beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 22, in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, ... |
| First Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2005 at Shawnee Mission Park is May 28 |
| 04/27/2005 |
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The first of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2005 will take place on May 28. After 11 p.m., the park will be open strictly for fishing only and ... |
| Final Public Meeting on Stoll Park Master Plan is May 18 |
| 04/27/2005 |
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The third and final public meeting on a new master plan for Thomas S. Stoll Memorial Park has been scheduled for May 18. The meeting will take place in the Administration Building at Shawnee Mi... |
| KC Wildlands Sets May 7 Workday at Ernie Miller Park |
| 04/27/2005 |
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A prairie remnant at Ernie Miller Park is one of three sites for community restoration work which will take place during a Kansas City Wildlands workday planned from 1 to 4 p.m. on Saturday, May 7. |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center to Close May 16-27 for Summer Preparations |
| 04/27/2005 |
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The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will close to the public for approximately two weeks as annual preparations are made for the facility's summer season. The RPAC, which is located at 4843 Rosewoo... |
| Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival is May 21 at Antioch Park |
| 04/27/2005 |
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Arts and crafts of all types will be on display when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District conducts its twentieth annual arts and crafts festival, The Summertime Arts & Craft Festival. <... |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to Conduct First of two |
| 04/27/2005 |
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All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on May 21 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa. The ... |
| Sheila Taormina to Participate in Shawnee Mission Triathlon on July 10 |
| 04/20/2005 |
| A professional triathlete who is a three-time Olympic Games participant and swimming gold medalist is among those planning to compete in the 21st Annual Shawnee Mission Triathlon on July 10, Johnson C... |
| Family Kayak Lessons Offered on May 17 and 18 |
| 04/20/2005 |
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Learn the basics of flatwater kayaking through an introductory workshop being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Family Kayak Lessons are for ages 10 and up and are de... |
| JCPRD's Montgomery Honored by PGA Council |
| 04/20/2005 |
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Johnson County Park and Recreation District Manager of Golf Operations Wayne Montgomery was recently recognized by the Professional Golf Association's (PGA) President's Council on Growing the Game. |
| Celebrate Earth Day Regionally Through Family, Fitness and Fun on April 23 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 04/12/2005 |
| On the 35th anniversary of Earth Day, plan a day of family fun and make a difference for the environment in your community. The first-ever Kansas City EarthFest is Saturday, April 23, from 10:00 AM to... |
| Final Two Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Of Spring Season are May 4 and 18 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 04/12/2005 |
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The last two Animal Tales Storytime sessions of the Spring season will take place at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe on May 4 and 18. The ... |
| JCPRD Summer ACTIVITIES Catalog Available Soon |
| 04/12/2005 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Summer ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of April 25. The free quarterly publication lists more than 500 programs offered by the District ... |
| Breakfast, Bargains and Begonias and Mosaics & Flower Pot Programs Set for May 7 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 04/12/2005 |
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A super spring Saturday of activities is being planned for May 7 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. Planned is a huge community garage and plant sale called Brea... |
| April Pools Day is April 24 at RPAC |
| 03/30/2005 |
| April Pools Day is a special event emphasizing water safety and new swimming lessons which will be offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at four municipal pools. The event will ta... |
| Panzon's Restaurant's Annual Fundraiser to Benefit Special Olympians is Sunday, April 24 |
| 03/30/2005 |
| Panzon’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 8710 Lackman Road, Lenexa, will hold its eighth annual fundraiser to benefit the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Special Olympics Program from 11 ... |
| Tomahawk Hills Women's Golf Association Registration Event is April 6 |
| 03/23/2005 |
| The Tomahawk Hills Women's Golf Association will hold its annual registration on Wednesday, April 6 at 8:30 a.m. Tomahawk Hills Golf Course is an 18-hole golf course located at 17501 Midland Drive, Sh... |
| Local Team Heads to Nashville to Present Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation Program at Vanderbilt University |
| 03/17/2005 |
| A team of eight from the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is heading to Nashville's Vanderbilt University on March 30 to present The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation Self Defense... |
| JCPRD Early Childhood Development Centers To Conduct Open House on April 6 |
| 03/16/2005 |
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Open houses will be conducted from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Wednesday, April 6 at all four of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Early Childhood Development Centers. During the open ho... |
| Big Bull Creek Nature Walks Set For March 26 |
| 03/02/2005 |
| Members of the public will have a rare chance to take a look at an undeveloped future park site when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District conducts Big Bull Creek Nature Walks on Saturday, M... |
| JCPRD Announces Acquisition of Mildale Farm Property |
| 03/01/2005 |
| On Feb. 25 the Johnson County Park and Recreation District closed on the purchase of Mildale Farm and a total of 600 acres in the southwestern corner of the county. The acquisition was formally announ... |
| Artists Sought for Johnson County, Kan., Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival |
| 02/23/2005 |
| Craftspersons and artists of all types are invited to enter the Johnson County (Kan.) Park and Recreation District's twentieth annual spring arts and crafts show, The Summertime Arts & Crafts Show. <... |
| Spring Fling Fun offers Nature-related Activities during Spring Break, March 14-18 |
| 02/23/2005 |
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Bored during Spring Break Week? Bring your family and friends to Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. K-7 Highway, Olathe, for a fun and educational program. Each day during Spring Break week (Ma... |
| Wind in the Willows Puppet Show Performance Planned for March 16 at the Roeland Park Community Center |
| 02/23/2005 |
| Mr. Toad, Mr. Badger, and the rest of the characters of Kenneth Grahame's Wind in the Willows will be brought to life by Stone Lion’s intricate puppets during a March 16 performance for children age... |
| Second Public Meeting on Stoll Park Master Plan is March 5 |
| 02/22/2005 |
| The second of three planned public opportunities for input on a new master plan for Thomas S. Stoll Memorial Park has been set for March 5. The meeting will take place from 10 a.m. to noon in the mult... |
| JCPRD Receives National Aquatics Recognition |
| 02/21/2005 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's aquatics programs were recently recognized with the National Recreation and Park Association's 2005 Excellence in Aquatics Award in its population cla... |
| JCPRD 2005 Summer Camps Part I |
| 02/17/2005 |
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Editor's Note: because of the number of summer camps being offered this year, we've listed this summary of 2005 summer camps in two parts. Please be sure to see Part II as well. Registrations a... |
| JCPRD 2005 Summer Camps Part II |
| 02/17/2005 |
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Editor’s Note: because of the number of summer camps being offered this year, we’ve listed this summary of 2004 summer camps in two parts. CAMP LISTINGS CONTINUED FROM PART I, WHICH INCLUDED F... |
| Cat. 3B Pesticide Recertification Seminar is March 16 |
| 02/16/2005 |
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A full-day training seminar on Pesticide Application Recertification is being offered on March 16 by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Parks and Golf Courses Division. Following... |
| New Season of Animal Tales Storytime Sessions Beginning at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 02/16/2005 |
| A new season of Animals Tales Storytime sessions is beginning at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Young children and their parents are invited to... |
| 15th Annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball Tournament is March 12 |
| 02/16/2005 |
| Now in its 15th year, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's annual St. Patrick's Day Volleyball Tournament will take place on March 12 at the Roeland Park Sports Dome, 4850 Rosewood, Roela... |
| Squaw Creek Birdwatching Trip Offered |
| 02/16/2005 |
| Join the Johnson County Park and Recreation District for a late winter birdwatching trip to the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge on Saturday, March 12. The trip will depart from the north side of ... |
| Spring Break Adventure Camp Begins March 14 |
| 02/16/2005 |
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Children ages six to ten can have an adventure during spring break through a program being offered at Ernie Miller Park, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. Spring Break Adventure Camp will al... |
| JCPRD Summer Park Hours Begin March 1 |
| 02/09/2005 |
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Summer hours of 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. go into effect March 1 for many Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks. These summer hours will stay in effect through Oct. 31. District parks impa... |
| 2005 Overnight Fishing Dates Set for Shawnee Mission Park |
| 02/09/2005 |
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Four overnight fishing dates at Shawnee Mission Park Lake have been set for 2005. The Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board recently approved the following overnight fishing dates... |
| T.A.K.E. Foundation Seminar will be offered on March 5 & 12 at Heartland Elementary |
| 02/09/2005 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, ... |
| Volunteer Group Progressing in Mountain Bike Trail Renovations |
| 02/08/2005 |
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In just a short time, the EarthRiders Mountain Bike Club of Kansas City has made significant progress in its efforts to renovate and reconstruct the mountain bike trail in Shawnee Mission Park. |
| KC WildLands Workday set for Feb. 27 at Ogg Road Prairie |
| 02/02/2005 |
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A Kansas City WildLands workday has been scheduled from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sunday, Feb. 27 at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Interested parties are invited to assist with land st... |
| New Blazer Water Polo Team Forming for Ages 11 and Up |
| 02/02/2005 |
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A new Water Polo Team for ages 11 and up is being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District beginning in early March. The program is called the Blazer Polo Team and is for both... |
| Shawnee Mission and Heritage Park Trout Stockings Set for Feb. 23 |
| 01/26/2005 |
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The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late February. Approximately 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be stocked in... |
| JCPRD Spring Activities Catalog Available Soon |
| 01/26/2005 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Spring ACTIVITIES catalog will be available after Jan. 28. The quarterly publication lists more than 600 programs offered by the District from March t... |
| Roadway Delays Anticipated at Antioch Park |
| 12/28/2004 |
| Visitors to Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch, Merriam, can anticipate delays in getting in and out of the park's Recreation Administration Building complex during the week between Christmas and New Years.<... |
| Dr. Marvin Wollen is JCPRD Board Chair for 2005 |
| 12/22/2004 |
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Continuing to provide park and recreation opportunities to the citizens of Johnson County is the goal of the goal of the 2005 chair of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board Dr. ... |
| 2005 Shelter Reservations for JCPRD Parks to be taken beginning Jan. 3 |
| 12/08/2004 |
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On Monday, Jan. 3, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will begin taking shelter reservations for 2005. Reservations can be made through the JCPRD for shelters in Antioch Park, Shaw... |
| JCPRD Gift Certificates Great for Holiday Gift Giving! |
| 12/08/2004 |
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Need a gift idea for that hard-to-buy-for person? How about giving a gift certificate from the Johnson County Park and Recreation District? Certificates are available in any denomination, are g... |
| First Public Meeting on New Stoll Park Master Plan is Dec. 11 |
| 11/30/2004 |
| An initial public opportunity for input on a new Master Plan for Thomas S. Stoll Memorial Park for Johnson County Park and Recreation District has been set for Dec. 11. The meeting will take place at ... |
| Recycle Your Christmas Tree! |
| 11/29/2004 |
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Post-holiday contributions of discarded natural Christmas trees are again being accepted by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in two park locations. Trees will be collected from ... |
| Donations of Animal Supplies Sought Through New Holidays for the Animals Program at Nature Center |
| 11/24/2004 |
| The holidays are a time of gifts and generosity. Individuals, families and groups wanting to make a difference are invited to consider contributing a gift to the animals at the Ernie Miller Nature Cen... |
| Squaw Creek Eagle Days Trip Offered on Dec. 4 |
| 11/17/2004 |
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Visit the yearly celebration of "Eagle Days" at the Squaw Creek National Wildlife Refuge through a birdwatching trip being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District on Dec. 4. ... |
| JCPRD Donates Soccer Equipment for Troops Stationed in Kosovo |
| 11/17/2004 |
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The Johnson County Park and Recreation District recently donated soccer equipment for use by U.S. Troops stationed in Kosovo, Yugoslavia. In response to a request from a former District employe... |
| A Visit From Santa Available for Organized Groups |
| 11/04/2004 |
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A popular Santa program offered as part of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's nature awareness programming is also available as an outreach program for organized youth groups. A... |
| Firm Hired to Prepare Master Plan for Stoll Park |
| 11/03/2004 |
| The Kansas City, Mo., land planning firm of Patti Banks & Associates was recently awarded a contract to prepare a new master plan for Thomas S. Stoll Memorial Park, 12500 W. 119th St., Overland Park.<... |
| Longtime Employee Bud Forgey Retires From Johnson County Park and Recreation District |
| 11/01/2004 |
| When Shawnee Mission Park Senior Park Worker Bud Forgey retires from the Johnson County Park and Recreation District on Nov. 5, he will have officially served the agency for 34 years. But because his ... |
| Flint Hills Art Show Extended at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/25/2004 |
| The run of the "Homage to the Flint Hills" traveling art exhibit at the Ernie Miller Nature Center has been extended by at least three weeks, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials have... |
| JCPRD Hayrides Available Through Nov. 21 |
| 10/25/2004 |
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About one month remains for scheduling Fall hayrides for organized groups with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Hayrides are available through Nov. 21 at Shawnee Mission Park, 7... |
| JCPRD Re-accredited Through National Program |
| 10/22/2004 |
| Five years after initially joining an elite group of park and recreation agencies which have received accreditation through a national program, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District was rece... |
| New Storytelling Workshop for Adults Set For Nov. 20 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/20/2004 |
| Opening the world of storytelling possibilities is the aim of a new Storytelling Workshop being planned for adults at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 ... |
| Gingerbread Toy Shoppe Puppet Show Performance Planned for Nov. 20 at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 10/20/2004 |
| A visit to a Gingerbread Toy Shoppe brought to life by StoneLion’s intricate puppets, is a great way for children ages three to 12 to start out the holiday season. This performance will take place beg... |
| JCPRD Winter Park Hours Begin Nov. 1 |
| 10/20/2004 |
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Hours of operation for a number of Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks will change for the winter effective Nov. 1. Winter hours are 7:30 a.m. through 8 p.m. daily. This annual re... |
| Tellebration 2004 Set for Nov. 20 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 10/20/2004 |
| How about a good story? Come celebrate the International Day of Storytelling at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. This event will take place beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 20. The cost is $2 per... |
| JCPRD '04-'05 Winter Catalog Available After Oct. 25 |
| 10/20/2004 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Winter 2004-05 ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of Oct. 25. The quarterly publication lists more than 800 programs offered by the Distric... |
| Public Hayride Offered at Shawnee Mission Park on Nov. 7 |
| 10/13/2004 |
| In addition to fall hayrides for organized groups, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District offers this annual opportunity for individuals and family members to enjoy the crisp autumn air from ... |
| Shawnee Mission and Heritage parks Trout Stockings Set For Oct. 27 |
| 10/06/2004 |
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The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late October. Approximately 2,100 pounds of rainbow trout will be stocked in ... |
| New Childrens Haunted House Offered at ATC on Oct. 30 |
| 10/06/2004 |
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It will be fun to be scared at a new Children's Haunted House being offered this year at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Athletic Training Center, 9301 W. 73rd St., Merriam. ... |
| Asphalt Chip and Seal To Take Place in October at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 09/29/2004 |
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Installation of an asphalt chip and seal coating on about three miles of roadway throughout Shawnee Mission Park will take place beginning in early October. Park officials anticipate work will ... |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center to Host Flint Hills Art Exhibit During October and November |
| 09/21/2004 |
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A Kansas Flint Hills -themed traveling art exhibit is coming this fall to the newly-expanded Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe. The exhibit, titled "Homage to the Fli... |
| Campfire Thrills & Chills Program - Scary Stories From Halloweens Past |
| 09/21/2004 |
| Mysterious lights, haunted places, unexplained events. Everyone loves a spooky story. A program being offered at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe... |
| Come Join the Annual Backyard Birdwatchers' Breakfast on Oct. 9 |
| 09/15/2004 |
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Join a park ranger for breakfast and a morning of birdwatching in Shawnee Mission Park on Saturday, Oct. 9. The annual Backyard Birdwatchers Breakfast is presented by the Johnson County Park a... |
| Swan lake Birdwatching Trip Offered on Oct. 9 |
| 09/15/2004 |
| Travel with Johnson County Park and Recreation District for an exciting day of birdwatching at Swan Lake National Wildlife Refuge in north central Missouri on Saturday, Oct. 9. The trip will depart fr... |
| Ninth Annual Kids Klassic is Oct. 2 at Heritage Park |
| 09/08/2004 |
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The Kids Klassic is a noncompetitive fun run/walk for children and their families sponsored by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This year's event will take place beginning at 9... |
| Outdoor Skills Day is Oct. 2 at TimberRidge Adventure Center |
| 09/08/2004 |
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Learn survival tips for the wilderness through a program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The fourth-annual Outdoor Skills Day will take place on Oct. 2 at the ... |
| Opening Ceremonies for First-Ever Kansas City Senior Games |
| 09/07/2004 |
| Athletes' families, as well as friends and the general public, are invited to bring a picnic and lawn chairs and enjoy music and a walk when opening ceremonies for the first-ever Kansas City Senior Ga... |
| New Fishing Limits Set at JCPRD Parks |
| 09/02/2004 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District has established new creel and length limits for specific fish species at two parks. The limits are based on electrofishing and netting conducted and an... |
| Sept. 25 Open House Set to Celebrate Nature Center Expansion |
| 09/01/2004 |
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Come out and help celebrate the recent expansion of Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe, during an open house planned for the afternoon of Saturday, Sept. 25. Completed ... |
| Northernmost Portion of Mill Creek Streamway Park Reopens |
| 08/20/2004 |
| The northernmost portion of a popular hiking and biking trail has reopened after being closed for about a month for repairs, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials announced. A 1.5-mile... |
| Kansas City Symphony “Pops in the Park” Offers Free Family Fun at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 08/19/2004 |
| KANSAS CITY, MO (Aug. 10, 2004)— The Kansas City Symphony will present its 21st Annual Labor Day Weekend concert—POPS IN THE PARK—on Sunday, Sept. 5, 2004 at Shawnee Mission Park’s The Theatre in the ... |
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KC Wildlands Sets Sept. 18 Workday at Shawnee Mission Park and Other Metro Park Sites
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| 08/18/2004 |
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A Kansas City WildLands workday has been scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday Aug. 18 at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Interested parties are invited to assist with lan... |
| Volunteers Needed for Sept. 18 Cleanup at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/18/2004 |
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Pitch in with nature center staff and volunteers for the sixth annual public park cleanup at Ernie Miller Park, 909 N. Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe. Past events have drawn over 200 volunteers and w... |
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Shawnee Mission Park Marina Still Open Weekends Though Sept. 6
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| 08/16/2004 |
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The Shawnee Mission Park Marina concluded daily operations on Aug. 15, but will continue to offer weekend hours through Sept. 6. The marina is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday and Sunday t... |
| First-Ever Kansas City Senior Games Set for Sept. 10-12 |
| 08/09/2004 |
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August 27 is the registration deadline for athletes interested in participating in the first-ever Kansas City Senior Games. This event is being launched by the Johnson County Park and Recreatio... |
| Registrations Now Being Taken for Fall Group Hayrides |
| 08/04/2004 |
| The heat of Summer hasn't faded away yet, but it's still a great time to plan a group Fall hayride with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This year, rides will be offered between Sept. ... |
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Fourth Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2004 at Shawnee Mission Park is Aug. 28
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| 07/28/2004 |
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The fourth and final overnight fishing opportunity at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2004 will take place on Aug. 28. The park will be open strictly for fishing only and park rangers will be ... |
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Fall Group Programs offered by JCPRD Interpretive Staff
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| 07/28/2004 |
| Scouting and other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Fall can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Arrang... |
| Self Defense Program for Ages 12 and Older to Be Presented by The Ali Kemp Educational (T.A.K.E.) Foundation |
| 07/28/2004 |
| A program which represents a living legacy in honor of Ali Kemp, a 19-year-old Leawood resident who was murdered while working as a lifeguard at a residential subdivision pool in the summer of 2002, ... |
| Portion of Mill Creek Streamway Park Now Closed |
| 07/21/2004 |
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A major project which will impact traffic on the Mill Creek Streamway Park's Gary L. Haller Trail was recently announced by Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials. Beginning July... |
| JCPRD Offers Three Different Birthday Party Opportunities |
| 07/20/2004 |
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Looking for a unique youth birthday party idea? Consider a pool party, a chance to bounce on a huge trampoline and navigate an obstacle course, or a nature center party featuring live animals. ... |
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Last Chance Beach Party Planned for Aug. 15 at Shawnee Mission Park Beach
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| 07/20/2004 |
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Say good-bye to the Shawnee Mission Park Beach in style with a Last Chance Beach Party on Sunday, Aug. 15. This will also be the final day of the beach's 2004 season. The party will take place ... |
| Northernmost Portion of Mill Creek Streamway Park is closed |
| 07/14/2004 |
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Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials announced that a portion of a popular hiking and biking trail will be closed for an extended period of time for repairs. Closed is a 1.5-mi... |
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Summer Season Winding Down for JCPRD Marinas
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| 07/14/2004 |
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The operating season for three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is rapidly winding down. The Kill Creek Park and Heritage Park marinas will close for... |
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JCPRD Fall Catalog Available Soon
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| 07/14/2004 |
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The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Fall ACTIVITIES catalog will be available after July 26. The quarterly publication lists more than 800 programs offered by the Dis... |
| Portion of Mill Creek Streamway Park to close July 20 and 21 |
| 07/02/2004 |
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Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials have announced that a section of a popular hiking and biking trail will be closed for two days in late July for maintenance. Scheduled for ... |
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Seventh Annual Golf Tournament toBenefit Local Special Olympians Set for Monday, July 26
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| 06/30/2004 |
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Spaces are still available for participation in the seventh annual Special Olympics Golf Classic on July 26 at the Prairie Highlands Golf Course, 14695 S. Inverness Street, Olathe. ... |
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Third Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2004 at Shawnee Mission Park is July 31
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| 06/30/2004 |
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The third of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2004 will take place on July 31. The park will be open strictly for fishing only and park rangers w... |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to Conduct |
| 06/30/2004 |
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All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on July 31 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Olathe and Lenexa. The ... |
| Next Animal Tales Storytime is July 28 |
| 06/23/2004 |
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Two different storytelling programs for young children and their parents are will meet in mid-July at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe. Th... |
| NATIONAL AQUATICS WEEK CELEBRATION PLANNED FOR JULY 18 AT KILL CREEK PARK BEACH |
| 06/23/2004 |
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A celebration of National Aquatics Week is planned for Sunday, July 18 at Kill Creek Park Beach. This event will take place from noon to 3 p.m. and will involve activities including pedal boa... |
| Lisa Bentley to participate in Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon |
| 06/23/2004 |
| A professional triathlete known as "The Canadian Super-Smiler" is among those planning to participate in the Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon on July 11. The event will take place beginning at... |
| Spike It Up Event set for July 10 at Shawnee Mission Park Beach |
| 06/16/2004 |
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A Spike It Up volleyball competition is planned from 1 to 3 p.m. on July 10 at the Shawnee Mission Park Beach. Participants are invited to bring their teammates and find out who is the best v'b... |
| Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon Registrations Now Being Taken |
| 06/15/2004 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon. The event will take place Sunday, July 11, in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Entries will be ... |
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Sand Castle Day set for June 19 at Shawnee Mission Park Beach
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| 06/02/2004 |
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A Sand Castle Day at the Shawnee Mission Park Beach has been scheduled for Saturday, June 19. Participants are invited to bring their sand shovels and beach toys and create a sand masterpiece... |
| Bring Your Dog and Compete During First-Ever Paws in the Park Contest at Heritage Park |
| 05/25/2004 |
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Show off your pooch in Heritage Park during the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's first-ever Paws in the Park contest in mid-June. The event will take place beginning at 10:30 a.m. ... |
| Sports Facility’s Name is Changed to Better Reflect Offerings, Location |
| 05/25/2004 |
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The Johnson County Girls Athletic Complex has a new name meant to better reflect the range of activities offered at the facility. During its May 20 meeting, the Johnson County Park and Recreati... |
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Seventh Annual Fishing Rodeo for Kids 12 and Under is June 19
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| 05/25/2004 |
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The Seventh Annual Kids Fishing Rodeo at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, will take place from 9 to 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 19. This event is free to the public and is be... |
| Eleventh Annual Feed the Need Golf Tournament is June 18 at Heritage Park Golf Course |
| 05/19/2004 |
| Space is still available for participation in the Tenth Annual Feed the Need Golf Tournament which will take place on Friday, June 18 at the Heritage Park Golf Course, 16445 Lackman Road, Olathe. Ju... |
| Shawnee Mission Park to be Closed Morning of June 13 |
| 05/19/2004 |
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Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee and Lenexa, will be closed for the morning of June 13 due to a special event. The park and all lake access will be closed to the public until noo... |
| JCPRD Named |
| 05/14/2004 |
| The Shawnee Mission School District's Work Experience program recently named the Johnson County Park and Recreation District as its Employer of the Year. In addition, Assistant Teacher Victor Wyler,... |
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Kids can Fish at Kill Creek Park Beginning June 12, Adults to Follow on July 1
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| 05/12/2004 |
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Children 15 and under will get to be the first ones to pull some of those long-coveted fish out of Kill Creek Park Lake. Park officials have announced plans to open the lake to fishing for chil... |
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JCPRD Beaches & Marinas Opening Soon
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| 05/12/2004 |
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Two beaches and three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District are scheduled to open soon for their summer seasons. The facilities include: The Shawnee Mission Park ... |
| Leiker, Roder Promoted Within JCPRD's Recreation Division |
| 05/07/2004 |
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As part of a reorganization of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Recreation Division, two longtime employees have been promoted to new positions within the division. Jill Leiker... |
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Free Fishing Weekend at JCPRD Parks is June 5 & 6
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| 05/07/2004 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District has established the weekend of Saturday, June 5 and Sunday, June 6 as a Free Fishing Weekend in District parks. This will coincide with the State of K... |
| First Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2004 at Shawnee Mission Park is May 29 |
| 05/05/2004 |
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The first of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2004 will take place on May 29. The park will be open strictly for fishing only and park rangers wi... |
| KC Wildlands Sets May 8 Workday at Shawnee Mission Park and Other Metro Park Sites |
| 04/28/2004 |
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A Kansas City Wildlands workday has been scheduled from 9 a.m. to noon on Saturday May 8 at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Interested parties are invited to assist with land ... |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center to Close for Summer Preparations |
| 04/28/2004 |
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Public swim sessions at the Roeland Park Aquatic Center will close for approximately two weeks as annual preparations are made for the facility's summer season. The RPAC, which is located at 48... |
| Did You Know: The Greatest Diversity of Plants at Shawnee Mission Park occurs at the tiny Ogg Road Prairie? |
| 04/27/2004 |
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Shawnee Mission Park encompasses more than 1,200 acres, but officials believe the park’s greatest plant diversity occurs on an area just short of four acres. This 3.9-acre plot is known as the ... |
| Registrations Now Being Taken for Bikesource Duathlon & Triathlon at Heritage Park on May 23 |
| 04/22/2004 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the BikeSource Duathlon and Triathlon at Heritage Park, which will take place beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 23, in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, ... |
| College and Park District to Appraise Stoll Park |
| 04/21/2004 |
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Johnson County Community College and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District have agreed to jointly appraise the value of Stoll Park, 12500 W. 119th Street, Overland Park. The community... |
| Free Triathlon Training Workshop is May 5 |
| 04/14/2004 |
| Want to know what kind of training is needed to prepare for a triathlon? A free workshop being offered by SportsCare of Shawnee Mission Health System and the Johnson County Park and Recreation Distric... |
| JCPRD Summer Catalog Available Soon |
| 04/14/2004 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Summer ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of April 26. The free quarterly publication lists more than 800 programs offered by the District... |
| Pet Photos Can Be Arranged Through Program Set for May 8 |
| 04/14/2004 |
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Area residents can bring their family, as well as their four-legged friends, for a unique photo opportunity being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District in early May. The Di... |
| Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival is May 15 |
| 04/14/2004 |
| Arts and crafts of all types will be on display when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District conducts its nineteenth annual spring arts and crafts festival, The Summertime Arts & Craft Show. ... |
| El Grande Birding Fiesta is April 24 at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 03/31/2004 |
| A south-of-the-border fiesta to welcome back hummingbirds, orioles, warblers, and other feathered friends after their winter vacation in Latin America is the theme of a special event scheduled in late... |
| April Pools Day is April 25 at Roeland Park Aquatic Center |
| 03/31/2004 |
| Swimming: April Pools Day is a special event emphasizing water safety and new swimming lessons which will be offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at four municipal pools. The eve... |
| 2004 Passport to to Adventure to Kick Off April 25 at Union Station |
| 03/31/2004 |
| The Interpretive Site Coalition of Kansas City will officially start its 2004 Passport to Adventure Hunt with a Kickoff Event on April 25 at Union Station, 30 W. Pershing, Kansas City, Mo. Both the A... |
| JCPRD Lifeguards Honored with 2003 Silver National Aquatic Safety Award |
| 03/26/2004 |
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Lifeguards with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District were recently honored with the 2003 Silver National Aquatic Safety Award. Lifeguard staff employed by the JCPRD include up to 55 ... |
| Jill Geller Named as JCPRD's New Superintendent of Recreation |
| 03/24/2004 |
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Longtime Johnson County Park and Recreation District employee Jill Geller of Prairie Village has been tapped to serve as the agency's next Superintendent of Recreation Geller, whose current t... |
| JCPRD Superintendent of Recreation Sharon Williams Plans April Retirement |
| 03/19/2004 |
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Johnson County Park and Recreation District Superintendent of Recreation Sharon Williams of Mission recently announced plans to retire effective April 23 after 15 years with the agency. William... |
| Spring Paint & Pound Event is April 17 at The Theatre in the Park |
| 03/17/2004 |
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Members of the public are invited to help The Theatre in the Park get its facility ready for its summer season during a Paint & Pound Workday set for Saturday, April 17. The workday will take ... |
| Artists Sought for Summertime Arts & Crafts Show |
| 03/10/2004 |
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Craftspersons and artists of all types are invited to enter the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's nineteenth annual spring arts and crafts show, The Summertime Arts & Crafts Show. |
| JCPRD Summer Camps - Part II |
| 02/23/2004 |
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Editor's Note: because of the number of summer camps being offered this year, we've listed this summary of 2004 summer camps in two parts. Please be sure to see Part I as well. Summer Preschool... |
| JCPRD Summer Camps - Part I |
| 02/23/2004 |
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Editor's Note: because of the number of summer camps being offered this year, we've listed this summary of 2004 summer camps in two parts. Please be sure to see Part II as well. Registrations a... |
| Pinocchio Puppet Show Performance for Youth Planned for March 17 at the Roeland Park Community Center |
| 02/17/2004 |
| Carlo Collodi’s literary classic, Pinocchio, will be brought to life by Gheppetto’s wishes, blue fairy magic, and StoneLion’s intricate puppets during a performance on March 17 at the Roeland Park Co... |
| District Closes on Prairie Village Lot |
| 02/16/2004 |
| A small property in Prairie Village recently became the first parcel acquired by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District as part of efforts to assist in providing park land in the northeastern... |
| Rental of Antioch Park's Helen Cuddy Rose Garden Now Available for Nonresidents |
| 02/10/2004 |
| A popular outdoor wedding location has recently been opened to rentals from those who live outside Johnson County. Previously available only to Johnson County residents, the Helen Cuddy Rose Garden lo... |
| 2004 Overnight Fishing Dates Set for Shawnee Mission Park |
| 02/10/2004 |
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Four overnight fishing dates at Shawnee Mission Park Lake have been set for 2004. The Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board recently approved the following overnight fishing dates ... |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stockings |
| 01/28/2004 |
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The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late February. Approximately 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be stocked in... |
| JCPRD SPRING CATALOG AVAILABLE SOON |
| 01/21/2004 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Spring ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of Jan. 26. The quarterly publication lists more than 800 programs offered by the District from M... |
| Dr. Mike Jurkovich is JCPRD Board Chair for 2004 |
| 01/15/2004 |
| Finding ways of maximizing resources toward the ongoing implementation of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 20-year Master Action Plan (MAP 2020) is a top goal of the District's new Bo... |
| KC Wildlands Sets Feb. 8 Workday at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 01/13/2004 |
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A Kansas City Wildlands workday has been scheduled for the afternoon of Sunday, Feb. 8 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Interested parties are invited to as... |
| Kansas City Rowing Club Makes ATC Its New Indoor Training Facility |
| 12/17/2003 |
| Five high-end rowing machines will be available for use to members of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Athletic Training Center, 9301 W. 73rd St., Merriam, as the result of a recentl... |
| 2004 Shelter Reservations for JCPRD Parks Taken After Jan. 2 |
| 12/10/2003 |
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On Friday, Jan. 2, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will begin taking shelter reservations for 2004. Reservations can be made through the JCPRD for shelters in Antioch Park, Shaw... |
| Final Review of Park Master Plan Proposals Set For Dec. 17 |
| 12/08/2003 |
| A final opportunity for the public to ask questions and offer input on proposed master plans for three existing Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks has been scheduled for Dec. 17 in the... |
| Recycle Your Christmas Tree! |
| 12/05/2003 |
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The Johnson County Park and Recreation District will again accept post-holiday contributions of discarded natural Christmas trees. In 2002, more than 4,000 trees were "recycled." Some of the tr... |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center to be closed Dec. 15 - Jan. 5 |
| 11/22/2003 |
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As part of an ongoing building expansion project, The Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, will be closed for about three weeks from mid-December through early January. Joh... |
| Two Parks Revert Back to Normal Opening Hours Dec. 1 |
| 11/20/2003 |
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Earlier winter opening hours at two Johnson County Park and Recreation District Parks will not continue beyond Nov. 30, although the issue could be revisited later. During it's regular monthly ... |
| Malone Named To |
| 11/20/2003 |
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Kansas City Blazers Head Swim Coach Pete Malone was recently named among a list of the 25 Most Influential People in the History of USA Swimming. "It means I'm achieving a major professional an... |
| Pipe Replacement Planned at Antioch Park |
| 11/14/2003 |
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Replacement of a stormwater pipe under the main drive at Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch, Merriam, is expected to cause some delays for park visitors between Nov. 18 and 21. Work on the pipe will b... |
| JCPRD To Experiment with Earlier Winter Park Hours at Two Parks During November |
| 10/31/2003 |
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Earlier winter opening hours at two Johnson County Park and Recreation District Parks will be the subject of a month-long experiment during November. During a special meeting conducted Oct. 29,... |
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JCPRD Unveils Unique New Logo
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| 10/29/2003 |
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A dynamic new logo for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District was recently unveiled. The new logo was created by EAT Advertising and Design and was the result of a creative process tha... |
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JCPRD Winter Park Hours Begin Nov. 1
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| 10/29/2003 |
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Hours of operation for a number of Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks will change for the winter effective Nov. 1. Winter hours are 7:30 a.m. through 8 p.m. daily. This annual re... |
| Tai Chi Demonstration to go on at Antioch Park without Chinese Master |
| 10/27/2003 |
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A free Tai Chi demonstration will go on Thursday as scheduled without the Chinese master originally slated to make the presentation. Gary Huff and Craig Terry from Three Dragons Way School of C... |
| JCPRD Hayrides Available Through Nov. 23 |
| 10/23/2003 |
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About one month remains for scheduling fall hayrides for organized groups with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Hayrides are available through Nov. 23 at Shawnee Mission Park, 7... |
| Chinese Tai Chi Master to Present Free Demonstration at Antioch Park on Oct. 30 |
| 10/21/2003 |
| A Chinese master of tai chi will present a free demonstration from 8 to 9 a.m. on Thursday, Oct. 30 at Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch, Merriam. The demonstration is open to the public and will take place ... |
| Prairie Burn planned at Shawnee Mission park On Wednesday |
| 10/21/2003 |
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As part of prairie management efforts, officials plan to burn a three-acre prairie remnant at Shawnee Mission Park on the morning of Wednesday, Oct. 22. The burn is expected to begin at approxi... |
| Antioch Park Improvements Starting Soon |
| 10/18/2003 |
| Construction on a first phase of major improvements and renovations at Antioch Park will begin the week of Oct. 20. In all, $1.2 million in improvements is planned over the next seven months at the Jo... |
| Public Hayride OFFERED on Nov. 2 |
| 10/08/2003 |
| In the past, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District has offered Fall hayrides only for organized groups of 15 or more. A public hayride offering is meant to allow individuals and family memb... |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stocking |
| 10/01/2003 |
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The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late October. Approximately 2,100 pounds of rainbow trout will be stocked in ... |
| Shawnee Mission Park's John Barkley Visitors Center featured among local Solar Tour Sites |
| 10/01/2003 |
| The John Barkley Visitor Center near the entrance of Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, will be among local sites featured as part of the American Solar Energy Society's (ASES) Eighth An... |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center to be closed Oct. 24-27 |
| 09/24/2003 |
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As part of a building expansion project, the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 North Kansas 7 Highway, will be closed for what will amount to a four-day weekend in late October. Johnson County ... |
| Installation of Pedestrian Bridge Over Turkey Creek Set Back One Week |
| 09/22/2003 |
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The installation of a 137-foot long bridge across Turkey Creek at the Merriam Market Place, 5740 Merriam Drive, has been postponed by one week. Installation of the bridge is now tentatively set... |
| First Look at Preliminary Master plan Proposals for Shawnee Mission Park |
| 09/19/2003 |
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A more integrated system of roads and trials and the addition of an extreme sports area are among possibilities being considered for Shawnee Mission Park, 7700 Renner Road, Shawnee. Some of the... |
| First Look at Preliminary Master plan Proposals for Ernie Miller Park |
| 09/19/2003 |
| A relocated park entrance, an area dedicated to Day Camp use, and a small section of connecting multi-use trail are among possibilities being considered for Ernie Miller Park, 909 North Kansas 7 Highw... |
| First Look at Preliminary Master plan Proposals for Heritage Park |
| 09/19/2003 |
| Construction of a Heritage Farmstead, the addition of a nine-hole executive golf course, and the elimination of the current Blackbob Island shelterhouse and construction of a replacement pavilion on... |
| Theatre in the park Announces 2004 Season |
| 09/18/2003 |
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Shows for The Theatre in the Park's 2004 season are: The Sound of Music June 11-13 and 17-20 The Wizard of Oz June 25-27 and July 1-4 Crazy For You July 9... |
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Restored Prairie Area at Ernie Miller park Drawing Large Number of Butterflies this week
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| 09/18/2003 |
| Drawn by late-blooming flowers in a newly-restored prairie remnant, hundreds of butterflies have been making stops from their southern migration this week at Ernie Miller Park, 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway... |
| New Pedestrian Bridge to Be Installed Sept. 24 across Turkey Creek at Merriam Marketplace |
| 09/18/2003 |
| A 137-foot long prefabricated bridge is scheduled for installation at approximately 10 a.m. on Wednesday, Sept. 24 across Turkey Creek at the Merriam Market Place, 5740 Merriam Drive. The ten-foot-wi... |
| Eighth Annual Galyan's Kids Klassic is Oct. 4 |
| 09/11/2003 |
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Now in its eighth year, the Kids Klassic is a noncompetitive fun run/walk for children and their families sponsored by Galyan's and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This year's... |
| Galyans Outdoor Skills Day Is Oct. 4 at New TimberRidge Adventure Center |
| 09/11/2003 |
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Learn survival tips for the wilderness through a program being offered by Galyan's Sports & Outdoor Adventure and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The third -annual Galyan's Ou... |
| Backyard Birdwatchers' Breakfast |
| 09/11/2003 |
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Join a park ranger for breakfast and a morning of birdwatching in Shawnee Mission Park on Saturday, Oct. 4. The annual Backyard Birdwatchers Breakfast is presented by the Johnson County Park a... |
| Fire Restrictions Lifted in JCPRD Parks |
| 09/02/2003 |
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Fire restrictions implemented in Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks in late July have now been lifted. The restrictions were implemented by the JCPRD is response and in accorda... |
| Volunteers needed for Fall Cleanup Effort at Ernie Miller Park |
| 08/27/2003 |
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Pitch in with nature center staff and volunteers for the fourth annual public park cleanup at Ernie Miller Park & Nature Center, 909 N. Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe. Past events have drawn over 200... |
| Second Series of Park Master Plan Meetings set for Late September |
| 08/27/2003 |
| Members of the public will get a chance to look at and give additional input on preliminary master plan concepts for three existing Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks during a new serie... |
| Fire Ban Implemented in JCPRD Parks |
| 08/05/2003 |
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Signs have been posted at the entrances to all Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks which state: “FIRE HAZARD - All fires & open disposal of smoking materials prohibited.” Under... |
| Fourth Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2003 at Shawnee Mission park is Aug. 23 |
| 07/21/2003 |
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The fourth and final overnight fishing opportunity at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2003 will take place on Aug. 23. The park will be open strictly for fishing only and park rangers will be ... |
| Nicole DeBoom to participate in Shawnee Mission Medical Center triathlon |
| 07/09/2003 |
| Professional Triathlete Nicole DeBoom, 31, will now be participating in the Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon on Sunday (July 13). The event will take place beginning at 7 a.m. at Shawnee Missi... |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to Conduct Second “Come Sail With Us” Event on July 26 |
| 07/02/2003 |
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All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on July 26 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Olathe and Lenexa. The ... |
| Siri Lindley Cancels appearance at Shawnee Mission Medical Center triathlon |
| 06/27/2003 |
| Retired Professional Triathlete Siri Lindley recently contacted Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials to cancel her planned appearance at the Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon o... |
| Third Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2003 at Shawnee Mission park is July 26 |
| 06/25/2003 |
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The third of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2003 will take place on July 26. The park will be open strictly for fishing only and park rangers w... |
| Siri Lindley to participate in Shawnee Mission Medical Center triathlon |
| 06/25/2003 |
| Retired Professional Triathlete Siri Lindley, 33 of Boulder, Colo., is among those planning to participate in the Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon on July 13. The event will take place beginni... |
| Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon Registrations Now Being Taken |
| 06/17/2003 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon. The event will take place Sunday, July 13, in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Entries will be ... |
| Sixth Annual GOLF TOURNAMENT TO BENEFIT LOCAL SPECIAL OLYMPIANS Set For July 14 |
| 06/17/2003 |
| Spaces are still available for participation in the sixth annual Special Olympics Golf Classic which will take place on Monday, July 14 at the Deer Creek Country Club, 7000 W. 133rd. St., Overland Par... |
| Second Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2003 at Shawnee Mission Park is June 28 |
| 05/28/2003 |
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The second of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2003 will take place on June 28. The park will be open strictly for fishing only and park rangers ... |
| Sixth Annual Fishing Rodeo for kids 12 and Under is June 21 |
| 05/28/2003 |
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The Sixth Annual Kids Fishing Rodeo at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, will take place from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on Saturday, June 21. This event is free to the public and is ... |
| National Aquatics Week Celebration Planned for June 14 at Kill Creek Park Beach |
| 05/22/2003 |
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A celebration of National Aquatics Week is planned for Saturday, June 14 at Kill Creek Park Beach. This event will take place from noon to 3 p.m. and will involve activities including pedal bo... |
| Free Fishing Weekend at JCPRD Parks |
| 05/09/2003 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District has established the weekend of Saturday, June 7 and Sunday, June 8 as a Free Fishing Weekend in District parks. This will coincide with the State of ... |
| Flip Flop & Sand Creation Day Planned at Shawnee Mission Park, Kill Creek Park Beaches |
| 05/09/2003 |
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The first of three special events planned at Shawnee Mission Park and Kill Creek Park beaches this summer will take place on June 7. Flip Flop and Sand Creation Day is planned from noon to 6 p... |
| Tenth Annual Feed the Need Golf Tournament To Take Place June 20 at Heritage Park Golf Course |
| 05/09/2003 |
| Spaces are still available for participation in the Tenth Annual Feed the Need Golf Tournament which will take place on Friday, June 20 at the Heritage Park Golf Course, 16445 Lackman Road, Olathe. ... |
| Dedication of Kill Creek Streamway Park Segment in De Soto Set For June 7 |
| 05/07/2003 |
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The Johnson County Park and Recreation District will celebrate National Trails Day with the formal Dedication of a new segment of the Kill Creek Streamway Park in De Soto. A ceremony will take ... |
| Flip Flop & Sand Creation Day Planned at Shawnee Mission Park, Kill Creek Park Beaches |
| 05/07/2003 |
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The first of three special events planned at Shawnee Mission Park and Kill Creek Park beaches this summer will take place on June 7. Flip Flop and Sand Creation Day is planned from noon to 6 p... |
| Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival is MAY 17 |
| 05/07/2003 |
| Arts and crafts of all types will be on display when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District conducts its eighteenth annual spring arts and crafts show, The Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival.... |
| First Overnight Fishing Opportunity of 2003 at Shawnee Mission Park is May 24 |
| 05/01/2003 |
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The first of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2031 will take place on May 24. The park will be open strictly for fishing only and park rangers wi... |
| 12+ Miles of Specialized Trails Open at Kill Creek Park |
| 05/01/2003 |
| More than 12 miles of unpaved specialized-use trails first planned and approved a little more than a year ago are mostly complete and are coming into use at the Johnson County Park and Recreation Dist... |
| Johnson County Sailing Society to Conduct |
| 05/01/2003 |
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All sailors and sailing enthusiasts are invited to join the Johnson County Sailing Society for a special event on May 17 at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Olathe and Lenexa. The ... |
| JCPRD Beaches & Marinas Open in Late May |
| 05/01/2003 |
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Two beaches and three marinas operated by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District are scheduled to open soon for summer use. The facilities include: The Shawnee Mission Park Beach and... |
| New Series of Park Master Plan Forums set for mid-may |
| 04/29/2003 |
| “3 Plans for 3 Parks” is the name consultants hired by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District are using to refer to a new effort to update master plans for Shawnee Mission Park, Heritage Park... |
| New Master Plan Presented for Antioch Park |
| 04/29/2003 |
| Improving water quality in the park’s two lakes, expanding the Dodge Town play area, moving the park’s maintenance compound to a more inauspicious location, and providing a more organized trail system... |
| JCPRD's 2002 Annual Report Inside Summer ACTIVITIES catalog |
| 04/29/2003 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 2002 Annual Report is an eight-page four-color insert in the center of the agency's Summer ACTIVITIES Catalog, available now. The report highlights th... |
| KC Wildlands Sets May 17 Workday at Ernie Miller park and Other Metro Park Sites |
| 04/23/2003 |
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A prairie remnant at Ernie Miller Park is one of three sites for community restoration work which will take place during a Kansas City Wildlands workday planned for May 17. Interested parties ... |
| Heritage park Duathlon & Triathlon Registrations Now Being Taken |
| 04/23/2003 |
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Registration deadlines are approaching for the Heritage Park Duathlon and Triathlon , which will take place beginning at 7:30 a.m. on Sunday, May 18, in Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, Olathe. |
| April Pools Day is Saturday at RPAC |
| 04/22/2003 |
| April Pools Day is the name of a new special event which will emphasize water safety and emphasize new swimming lessons which will be offered by the Johnson County Park and recreation District at four... |
| Speakers named for Triathlon Training Workshop |
| 04/22/2003 |
| A slate of speakers has now been named for a free Triathlon Training Workshop being offered on May 7 by SportsCare of Shawnee Mission Health System and the Johnson County Park and Recreation Distric... |
| Spring Paint & Pound Event is Saturday at The Theatre in the Park |
| 04/22/2003 |
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Members of the public are invited to help The Theatre in the Park get its facility ready for its summer season during a Paint & Pound Workday set for Saturday, April 26. The workday will take ... |
| Roeland park Aquatic Center to Close for summer preparations |
| 04/17/2003 |
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The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will close for approximately two weeks as annual preparations are made for the facility's summer season. The RPAC, which is located at 4843 Rosewood just east of... |
| Breakfast, Bargains and Begonias and Sidewalk Art Program Set at Roeland Park Community Center |
| 04/09/2003 |
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A super spring Saturday of activities is being planned for May 3 at the Roeland Park Community Center, 4850 Rosewood, Roeland Park. Planned is a huge community garage and plant sale being calle... |
| New El Grande Birding Fiesta Planned on May 3 at Ernie Miller nature Center |
| 04/09/2003 |
| A south-of-the-border fiesta to welcome back hummingbirds, orioles, warblers, and other feathered friends after their winter vacation in Latin America is the theme of a new special event at the Johnso... |
| Free Triathlon Training Workshop |
| 04/09/2003 |
| Want to know what kind of training is needed to prepare for a triathlon? A free workshop being offered by SportsCare of Shawnee Mission Health System and the Johnson County Park and Recreation Distri... |
| Passport to Adventure Kickoff Event set for April 27 at Union Station |
| 04/02/2003 |
| The Interpretive Site Coalition of Kansas City will officially start its 2003 Passport to Adventure Hunt with a Kickoff Event on April 27 at Union Station, 30 W. Pershing, Kansas City, Mo. Both the A... |
| JCPRD Board Recognized with Regional NRPA Award |
| 03/31/2003 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Board of Commissioners has been recognized as the Outstanding Board of Commissioners by the National Recreation and Park Association's Midwest Region.... |
| Panzon's Restaurant to hold Sixth Annual To Benefit Local Special Olypians |
| 03/27/2003 |
| Panzon’s Mexican Restaurant, located at 8710 Lackman Road, Lenexa, will hold its sixth annual fundraiser to benefit the Johnson County Park and Recreation District’s Special Olympics Program from noon... |
| 2003 Overnight Fishing Dates Set for Shawnee Mission Park |
| 03/27/2003 |
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Four overnight fishing dates at Shawnee Mission Park Lake have been set for 2003. The Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board recently approved the following overnight fishing dates... |
| Work Expected to Begin Soon on Ernie Miller Nature Center expansion |
| 03/17/2003 |
| After more than 10 years of anticipation, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials expect work will begin shortly on a third phase of expansion at the Ernie Miller Nature Center, 909 N. K... |
| JCPRD Interpretive Staff, Programs Garner Three Awards At NAI Conference |
| 03/17/2003 |
| During the National Association for Interpretation Region Six conference conducted March 2 through 5 in Oklahoma City, Johnson County Park and Recreation District interpretive staff and programs were ... |
| artists Sought for Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival |
| 03/04/2003 |
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Craftspersons and artists of all types are invited to enter the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's eighteenth annual spring arts and crafts show, The Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival. |
| Summer Employment opportunities available with Johnson County Park & Recreation District |
| 02/26/2003 |
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Summer employment packets listing jobs for summer 2003 available with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District are now available. In all, there are 70 classifications of job types avail... |
| JCPRD Summer Park Hours Begin March 1 |
| 02/21/2003 |
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Summer hours of 5 a.m. to 11 p.m. go into effect March 1 for many Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks. These summer hours will stay in effect through Oct. 31. District parks impa... |
| Fire Restrictions Lifted in JCPRD Parks |
| 02/18/2003 |
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Fire restrictions implemented in Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks in early January have now been lifted. The restrictions were implemented by the JCPRD is response and in acc... |
| Did You Know: One of the few remaining portions of virgin prairie in Johnson County is located in Kill Creek Park? |
| 02/05/2003 |
| For most people, it’s hard to imagine now-bustling Johnson County in its natural state of 150 years ago. Development and growth have all but wiped out evidence of the vast stretches of prairie which ... |
| Final Renew The Park Workshop Planned for Antioch Park |
| 01/29/2003 |
| Alternative master plans for Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch, Merriam, will be presented for public input when a second Renew the Park workshop takes place from 5:30 to 7 p.m. on Wednesday Feb. 12 in t... |
| Registrations Now Being Taken for JCPRD's 2003 Summer Day Camps |
| 01/27/2003 |
| Registrations are now being taken for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's summer day camps for children. A variety of camps are being offered this year, but first a word of warning - cam... |
| JCPRD Offers new Camps for 2003 |
| 01/27/2003 |
| As it does each year, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District is offering several brand new summer day camps for 2003. This is in addition to the more than a dozen returning camp programs, man... |
| JCPRD Board Recognized with KRPA Award |
| 01/23/2003 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Board of Commissioners has been selected to receive special recognition in the form of a Distinguished Board Award from the Kansas Recreation and Park... |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stockings |
| 01/23/2003 |
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The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in late February. Approximately 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be stocked in... |
| JCPRD's Randy Knight Recognized with KRPA Award |
| 01/23/2003 |
| Johnson County Park and Recreation District Community Relations Manager Randy Knight has been selected to receive the Distinguished New Professional Award from the Kansas Recreation and Park Associati... |
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Pine Warbler Sighting Attracts Bird Watchers to Antioch Park
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| 01/16/2003 |
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Bird watchers are all aflutter over the recent sighting of a small yellow bird at Antioch Park. During the first week of January, Antioch Park Maintenance Worker Rex Miller reported and had ver... |
| KC Wildlands Sets Feb. 2 Workday at Shawnee |
| 01/15/2003 |
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A Kansas City Wildlands workday has been scheduled for the afternoon of Sunday, Feb. 2 from 1 to 4 p.m. at Shawnee Mission Park. Interested parties are invited to assist with land stewardship ... |
| First Renew The Park Workshop Planned for Antioch Park |
| 01/09/2003 |
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Members of the general public are invited and encouraged to take advantage of a first opportunity to provide input on a master plan being developed for Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch, Merriam. Plan... |
| Fire Restrictions Implemented in JCPRD Parks |
| 01/08/2003 |
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Signs have been posted at the entrances to all Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks which state: “FIRE HAZARD - All fires & open disposal of smoking materials prohibited.” Under... |
| JCPRD Board's January Meeting Moved to January 22 |
| 12/23/2002 |
| The January regular meeting of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board will be held on Wednesday, January 22, at 7 p.m. This is a change from the Board's regular schedule for monthly bo... |
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Mark Stingley is JCPRD Board Chair for 2003
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| 12/23/2002 |
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Mark G. Stingley of Lenexa has been elected 2003 Board Chair by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board. He took office upon election at the group’s Dec. 18 Board Meeting. Stingl... |
| JCPRD Gift Certificates Great for Holiday Gift Giving! |
| 12/12/2002 |
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Need a gift idea for that hard-to-buy-for person? How about giving a gift certificate from the Johnson County Park and Recreation District? Certificates are available in any denomination, ... |
| Antioch Park to Get New Master Plan, Renovations in 2003 |
| 12/12/2002 |
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Preliminary steps toward a major renewal program at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's oldest park are currently under way. Being planned are a series of improvements totaling ap... |
| Breakfast With Santa Program Available for Organized Groups |
| 12/04/2002 |
| A popular Breakfast With Santa program offered as part of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's nature awareness programming is also available as an outreach program for organized youth... |
| Shawnee Mission Park Fishing Dock Removed in Preparation for New Dock Installation |
| 11/21/2002 |
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The fishing dock near the marina at Shawnee Mission Park Lake was recently removed to make way for the installation of a new dock. A contractor removed the dock on the morning of Nov. 20 in pre... |
| JCPRD Achieves AA- Bond Rating, Sets Nationwide First |
| 11/21/2002 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District recently received a higher-than-expected bond rating which set a nationwide first for park and recreation agencies and qualified the agency for lower in... |
| December 7 Native Christmas Tree Event Planned at Ernie Miller Park |
| 11/21/2002 |
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Eastern red cedar trees for use as Christmas trees are being offered again this year during a Kansas City WildLands workday at Ernie Miller Park between 11 a.m. and 3 p.m. on Dec. 7. During a s... |
| New Record Set for Bluebirds in JCPRD Parks |
| 10/30/2002 |
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A new record of 1,609 bluebird fledglings were recorded in Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks during 2002. This is up from 1,327 fledglings during 2001. A fledgling is a young b... |
| Tellabration 2002 At Ernie Miller Nature Center on Nov. 23 |
| 10/23/2002 |
| How about a good story? Come celebrate the International Day of Storytelling at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. This event will take place beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 23. The cost is $2 per... |
| Shawnee Mission Park Catfish Harvest Set for Oct. 24 |
| 10/23/2002 |
| Each spring and fall, crowds turn out to watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park. But there is a lesser known fish stocking that goes on each year without much fanfare or attentio... |
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JCPRD Winter Catalog available soon
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| 10/18/2002 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Winter ACTIVITIES catalog will be available the week of Oct. 27. The quarterly publication lists more than 800 programs offered by the District from D... |
| New Kill Creek Streamway Park Segment Will Open For Use on Oct. 25 |
| 10/18/2002 |
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A new one-mile portion of the Kill Creek Streamway Park in De Soto will open for public use on Oct. 25. The new park is located near Kansas Highway 10 and Lexington Ave. on Kill Creek and follo... |
| Public Input Session on State's Outdoor Recreation Plan Set for Oct. 22 at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 10/18/2002 |
| One of seven public comment sessions being conducted across Kansas concerning the State Comprehensive Outdoor Recreation Plan (SCORP) will take place on Oct. 22 in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner ... |
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New Public Hayride Offered on November 3!
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| 10/04/2002 |
| In the past, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District has offered fall hayrides only for organized groups of 15 or more. This new hayride offering is meant to allow individuals and family memb... |
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JCPRD Winter Park Hours Begin November 1
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| 10/04/2002 |
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Hours of operation for a number of Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks will change for the winter effective Nov. 1. Winter hours are 7:30 a.m. through 8 p.m. daily. This annual re... |
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Campfire Thrills & Chills Program - Scary Stories From Halloweens Past
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| 09/25/2002 |
| Mysterious lights, haunted places, unexplained events. Everyone loves a spooky story. A program being offered at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Ernie Miller Nature Center in Olathe... |
| Annual Galyan's Kids Klassic is October 12 |
| 09/25/2002 |
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Now in its seventh year, the Kids Klassic is a noncompetitive fun run/walk for children and their families sponsored by Galyan's and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. This year'... |
| Heritage History Program to be presented |
| 09/25/2002 |
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Step back in time and visit Kansas' past through a fall program being offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The program is called Heritage History and is for families with... |
| Colorado Author to Present Prairie Program at Ernie Miller Nature Center |
| 09/25/2002 |
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A Castle Rock, Colo., author with family ties to Olathe will give a presentation on the prairie and her latest book at the Ernie Miller Nature Center on Friday, Oct. 11. Mary Taylor Young will... |
| Shawnee Mission & Heritage Park Trout Stocking |
| 09/25/2002 |
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The public is invited to come watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park and Heritage Park Lakes in mid-October. Approximately 2,400 pounds of rainbow trout will be stocked in t... |
| Galyans Outdoor Skills Day Is Oct. 5 at New TimberRidge Adventure Center |
| 09/12/2002 |
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Learn survival tips for the wilderness through a program being offered by Galyan's Sports & Outdoor Adventure and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The second-annual Galyan's Ou... |
| Group programs offered by JCPRD Interpretive Staff |
| 09/12/2002 |
| Scouting or other organized groups looking for educational and fun outdoor activities this Fall can take advantage of group programs offered by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Arrange... |
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Fall Hayrides Times Still Available
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| 09/12/2002 |
| Times are still available for fall hayrides at Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, or Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, Olathe. Organized hayrides for groups are available through Nov. 24... |
| Four New Bridges to Be Installed Aug. 21 for New Kill Creek Streamway Park Segment |
| 08/19/2002 |
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Four pedestrian bridges will be placed beginning about 9 a.m. Wednesday, Aug. 21 on a new stretch of the Kill Creek Streamway Park in De Soto. According to Johnson County Park and Recreation Di... |
| Fire Restrictions Lifted in JCPRD Parks |
| 08/19/2002 |
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Fire restrictions implemented in Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks in late July have now been lifted. The restrictions were implemented by the JCPRD is response and in accorda... |
| KC Wildlands Sets Aug. 24 Workday at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 08/14/2002 |
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A KC Wildlands workday has been scheduled for Saturday, Aug. 24 from 8:30 to 11:30 a.m. at Shawnee Mission Park. Interested parties are invited to assist with land stewardship in the form of r... |
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2002 FALL Hayrides Offered For Organized Groups
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| 08/14/2002 |
| Enjoy the crisp autumn air by taking a hayride through Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, or Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, Olathe. Organized hayrides for groups are available through... |
| Did You Know: Four Kansas State Champion Trees Can be Found in Johnson County Park and Recreation District Parks? |
| 08/14/2002 |
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The Kansas Forest Service keeps a list all documented state champion trees and four of those, as well as a runner-up American Holly Tree at Antioch Park, are located on JCPRD property. The stat... |
| The Theatre In the Park Noted in The Wall Street Journal |
| 08/09/2002 |
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The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's The Theatre in the Park was recently mentioned in The Wall Street Journal. The Theatre in the Park was one of a number of outdoor facilities f... |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center Dome to be Reinstalled |
| 08/08/2002 |
| The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will be closed to the public for about two weeks for the annual reinstallation of the air-supported dome which makes the facility's main pool usable during the winter m... |
| Fire Restrictions Implemented in JCPRD Parks |
| 08/01/2002 |
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The use of charcoal in grills is permitted in Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks, but only if users have on hand water or sand for extinguishing them after use. This is part o... |
| The Kansas City Symphony to Perform Labor Day Weekend Concert at Theatre in the Park |
| 07/31/2002 |
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The Kansas City Symphony's 19th Annual Labor Day Weekend Concert, Pops in the Park, will take place at The Theatre in The Park on Sunday, Sept. 1. The gates open at 6 p.m. and the concert wil... |
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Swim Lesson Locations Omitted from New Catalog
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| 07/26/2002 |
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Locations for Fall swim lessons for youth and adults were inadvertently omitted from the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Fall ACTIVITIES catalog, available after July 29. Correct... |
| Fifth Annual Golf Tournament to Benefit Local Special Olympians Set For Monday, Aug. 19 |
| 07/26/2002 |
| Spaces are still available for participation in the fifth annual Special Olympics Golf Classic which will take place on Monday, Aug. 19 at the Deer Creek Country Club, 7000 W. 133rd. St., Overland Par... |
| Back to School Beach Party Planned at Shawnee Mission Park and Kill Creek Beaches |
| 07/26/2002 |
| The third and final of three special events planned at the Shawnee Mission Park Beach and Kill Creek Beach this summer will take place on Sunday, Aug. 11. This will also be the final day of both beach... |
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JCPRD Fall ACTIVITIES Catalog Available Soon
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| 07/12/2002 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Fall ACTIVITIES catalog will be available after July 29. The quarterly publication lists more than 800 programs offered by the District from Septembe... |
| Second Overnight Fishing Opportunity at Shawnee Mission Park is July 6 |
| 07/05/2002 |
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The second of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2002 will take place on July 6. The park will be open strictly for fishing only and park rangers w... |
| Third Overnight Fishing Opportunity at Shawnee Mission Park is Aug. 3 |
| 07/04/2002 |
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The third of four overnight fishing opportunities planned at Shawnee Mission Park Lake during 2001 will take place on Aug. 3. The park will be open strictly for fishing only and park rangers wi... |
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$5000 Scholarship Presented to local Youth during Fishing Rodeo
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| 06/28/2002 |
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A local youth who participated in the Kids Fishing Rodeo at Shawnee Mission Park Lake in 2001 was presented with a $5,000 scholarship during this year's event on Saturday, June 22. Kyle Bennett... |
| Registrations Now Being Taken For Little Swim on the Prairie |
| 06/26/2002 |
| Registrations are now being accepted for the 3K and 1.5K Little Swim on the Prairie at the Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. This event will take place on Sunday, July 21 and is be... |
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The Theatre in the Park Presents Footloose
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| 06/26/2002 |
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The Theatre in the Park's second production of its 33rd season is Footloose, directed by Philip Kinen. This production, which is sponsored by KU Med West, is an adaptation of the famous movie and ... |
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Karen Smyers to Participate in Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon
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| 06/25/2002 |
| Professional Triathlete Karen Smyers is among those planning to participate in the Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon on July 14. The event will take place beginning at 7 a.m. at Shawnee Mission... |
| Beach Blanket Bingo Planned at Shawnee Mission Park and Kill Creek Park Beaches On July 13 |
| 06/17/2002 |
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The second of three special events planned at the Shawnee Mission Park Beach and Kill Creek Beach this summer will take place on Saturday, July 13. Shawnee Mission Park is located at, 7900 R... |
| Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon Registrations Now Being Taken |
| 06/17/2002 |
| Registration deadlines are approaching for the Shawnee Mission Medical Center Triathlon. The event will take place Sunday, July 14, in Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee. Entries will be ... |
| Kill Creek Park Beach & Marina Now Open on Weekends |
| 06/12/2002 |
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A beach and marina at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's new Kill Creek Park near De Soto are now open on weekends for summer use. The new 850-acre park is located at 11670 Ho... |
| First Overnight Fishing Opportunity at Heritage Park is June 22 |
| 06/11/2002 |
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The first of two overnight fishing opportunities planned at Heritage Park Lake during 2002 will take place on June 22. This will be the first time overnight fishing has been offered at Heritag... |
| Ad Sales Guidelines Revised |
| 06/11/2002 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Community Relations Department recently revised its guidelines for advertising sales. Under the new guidelines, advertisements will no longer be taken... |
| July 4 Fireworks Planned at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 06/11/2002 |
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A fireworks display will take place at 9:45 p.m. on July 4 at Shawnee Mission Park. Now in its third year, the event is a joint effort presented by the cities of Shawnee and Lenexa. It has been... |
| New Picnic Program Off to Strong Start |
| 06/10/2002 |
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The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's new Corporate Picnic program has gotten off to a strong start. The program was initiated earlier this year by JCPRD Special Events staff member... |
| Two New Kill Creek Trail Projects Planned This Year |
| 06/10/2002 |
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The purchase of five new bridges was recently authorized by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board for two different but related streamway projects being completed this year. Pla... |
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Heritage Park Golf Course Replacing Rye with Zoysia
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| 06/10/2002 |
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Work was expected to begin in mid-June on a project which will replace portions of the rye grass at the Heritage Park Golf Course, 16445 Lackman Road, Olathe, with more heat-tolerant zoysia sod. |
| Peddleboats Available for Rental on Weekends This Summer at Antioch Park |
| 06/10/2002 |
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Peddleboats will be available for rental on weekends and holidays this summer at Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch, Merriam. Through Labor Day, a total of six peddleboats will be available for rental ... |
| Former Director Honored with ASPA Award |
| 06/10/2002 |
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Former Johnson County Park and Recreation District District Director Gary L. Haller was recently honored with the L. P. Cookingham Award for Outstanding Contributions to Public Administration: ... |
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Gary L. Haller Trail Formally Dedicated
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| 06/10/2002 |
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About 90 people turned out on June 1 for a short trail dedication ceremony honoring the former director of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Through the ceremony, the District c... |
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The Theatre in the Park's 33rd Season Opens June 14
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| 05/30/2002 |
| The Theatre in the Park's 33rd summer season of musicals will begin on June 14 with a production of The Music Man. Shows will be presented June 14-16 and 20-23. Gates for each show open at 6:30 p.m. a... |
| Foundation Closes On 12-Acre Parcel of Land |
| 05/30/2002 |
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On May 21, the Parks and Recreation Foundation of Johnson County closed on a roughly F-shaped 12-acre parcel adjacent to the Tomahawk Hills Golf Course and Shawnee Mission Park. This land will ... |
| Haller Trail Dedication Set For June 1 |
| 05/28/2002 |
| To recognize the leadership and legacy of the man who led the agency for more than half a century, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will celebrate National Trails Day with the formal re... |
| Fifth Annual Fishing Rodeo for Kids 12 and Under |
| 05/22/2002 |
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The Fifth Annual Kids Fishing Rodeo at Shawnee Mission Park Lake, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, will take place from 9 to 11:30 a.m. on June 22. This event is free to the public and is being pre... |
| Tomahawk Swimming Pool Will Not Open This Year |
| 05/17/2002 |
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The Tomahawk Swimming Pool, located in the Tomahawk Recreation Complex at 17501 Midland Drive, Shawnee, will not open this year and steps have been taken toward closing the facility permanently. <... |
| Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival is MAY 18 |
| 05/16/2002 |
| Arts and crafts of all types will be on display when the Johnson County Park and Recreation District conducts its seventeenth annual spring arts and crafts show, The Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival... |
| Liverpool Concert Postponed |
| 05/16/2002 |
| The Liverpool Concert scheduled for this Friday (5/17) at The Theatre in the Park, 7710 Renner Road, Shawnee, has been postponed because of anticipated inclement weather. The event has been tentati... |
| Call to Artists for Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival |
| 05/16/2002 |
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Craftspersons and artists of all types are invited to enter the Johnson County Park and recreation District's nineteenth annual spring arts and crafts show, The Summertime Arts & Crafts Festival. ... |
| Free Fishing Weekend at JCPRD Parks |
| 05/09/2002 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District has established the weekend of Saturday, June 1 and Sunday, June 2 as a Free Fishing Weekend in District parks. This will coincide with the State of ... |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center to Close for Summer Preparations |
| 05/09/2002 |
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The Roeland Park Aquatic Center will close for approximately two weeks as annual preparations are made for the facility's summer season. The RPAC, which is located at 4843 Rosewood just east of... |
| Parks and Recreation Foundation of Johnson County is Pursuing 12-Acre Parcel of Land |
| 05/09/2002 |
| The Parks and Recreation Foundation of Johnson County is pursuing the purchase of a parcel of land that would effectively limit and create a buffer zone for an anticipated apartment development adjace... |
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Registration Manager Judy Heeter retires From JCPRD
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| 05/02/2002 |
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The last 24 years have brought a lot of changes to the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Registration Offices. Registration Manager Judy Heeter recently took time to reminisce as sh... |
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TimberRidge Adventure Center Dedicated Despite Rainy Weather
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| 05/02/2002 |
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More than 75 people braved a cold rainy Saturday morning in late April to help dedicate the TimberRidge Adventure Center. While the weather on April 27 caused the cancellation of some of the ac... |
| Roeland Park Sports Dome Replacement Under way |
| 05/02/2002 |
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The existing air-supported Roeland Park Sports Dome came down in early May and a new one will go up in early June. Sports and Facilities Manager Jim Armstrong said preparatory work began April... |
| JCPRD Seeks Federal Funds for Ice Storm Damage |
| 05/02/2002 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District recently filed requests for $50,000 in reimbursements from the Federal Emergency Management Agency for damages to parks sustained in the Jan. 30 and 31 ... |
| Land Bill Signed Into Law - Will Assist with JCPRD Park Acquisition Efforts |
| 05/02/2002 |
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On April 9, Kansas Governor Bill Graves signed into law a bill which relaxes public disclosure requirements for future Johnson County Park and Recreation District land acquisition efforts. Fil... |
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Shawnee Mission Park Gets New Fence on Renner Road Frontage
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| 05/02/2002 |
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Shawnee Mission Park Maintenance Workers recently installed a new split-rail fence across the park’s frontage on Renner Road to replace a previous fence which had been in place since at least 1975. |
| Artist Named for First Free Concert |
| 05/02/2002 |
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An outside entertainment firm which has rented The Theatre in the Park Facility for a series of free family concerts this summer and fall has announced the act for the first show. The group Li... |
| Off-Leash Dog Area Parking to be expanded at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 04/19/2002 |
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In order to better serve patrons, the parking lot at Shawnee Mission Park's popular Off-Leash Dog Area is scheduled for expansion. Construction is scheduled to begin April 22. Park Manager Gran... |
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JCPRD's Foland Elected to National Post
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| 04/05/2002 |
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Johnson County Park and Recreation District Ranger Captain Stuart Foland of Overland Park was recently elected national president of the Park Law Enforcement Association (PLEA). Foland was elec... |
| Public invited to TimberRidge Adventure Center Dedication |
| 04/04/2002 |
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A formal dedication of Kill Creek Park's new TimberRidge Adventure Center will take place beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 27. Timber Ridge is located at 12300 South Homestead Lane, Olat... |
| A Woman's Place is in the Woods! New Women's Outdoor Experience Offered at Timber Ridge Adventure Center |
| 04/04/2002 |
| Nature activities, camping, and outdoor skills led by women for women is the mission of a new program being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District at the new TimberRidge Adventur... |
| Galyans Second Annual Outdoor Skills Day Is April 27 at New TimberRidge Adventure Center |
| 04/04/2002 |
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Learn survival tips for the wilderness through a program being offered by Galyan's Sports & Outdoor Adventure and the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. The second-annual Galyan's Out... |
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Sen. Roberts Proposes Land Transfer Legislation
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| 04/02/2002 |
| U.S. Senator Pat Roberts made a stop at the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Administrative Offices on Monday, March 25 to announce his introduction of a Senate Bill calling for the publi... |
| JCPRD Now Operating Softball Facility |
| 03/29/2002 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District officially took over operation and maintenance of the former Johnson County Girls Athletic Association Complex, 20200 Johnson Drive, at about 11 a.m. on... |
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JCPRD Naturalist Recognized as Distinguished Professional Interpreter for 2001
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| 03/29/2002 |
| Johnson County Park and Recreation District Park Naturalist Molly Postlewait was recently recognized as the Distinguished Professional Interpreter for 2001. The award was given by the National Associa... |
| Special Events Develops New Picnic Program |
| 03/29/2002 |
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People who are having picnics for large groups and corporations can now call the Johnson County Park and Recreation District and have all their party planning done in one phone call. The program is ... |
| No More One-Way Road at Shawnee Mission Park |
| 03/29/2002 |
| As of mid-March, all of Shawnee Mission Park's Barkley Drive is a two-way road. Prior to this change, the westernmost 100 yards of Barkley Drive located past the driveway to the park manager's residen... |
| Panzon's to Hold Fifth Annual Fundraiser on April 28 to Benefit Special Olympics |
| 03/29/2002 |
| Panzon's Mexican Restaurant, located at 8710 Lackman Road, Lenexa, will hold its fifth annual fundraiser to benefit the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Special Olympics Program from noon... |
| Did you know: The first public monument in the Kansas City area erected to honor veterans of the Vietnam War is located in Antioch Park? |
| 03/07/2002 |
| The monument was first dedicated on Nov. 11, 1974 and is located under the flagpole at Antioch Park, 6501 Antioch, Merriam. The original monument consisted of a marble block with a bronze plaque conta... |
| JCPRD proceeding with Softball Complex Acquisition |
| 02/27/2002 |
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Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials anticipate taking over operation of the Johnson County Girls Athletic Association Complex, 20200 Johnson Drive, by the second week of March. Dis... |
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Jack EPPS is Newest JCPRD Board Member
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| 02/21/2002 |
| Jack M. Epps of Overland Park is the newest member of the Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board. He was appointed in early February to fill a seat previously held by Marcia Rinehart, whose... |
| Two New Internal Reorganizations Are Announced |
| 02/19/2002 |
| Two new internal reorganization efforts involving the agency's Land Acquisition, Parks, and Golf Departments were recently announced by Johnson County Park and Recreation District Director Michael Mea... |
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Summer Employment Opportunities Available with Johnson County Park & Recreation District
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| 02/19/2002 |
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Summer employment packets listing jobs for summer 2002 available with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District are now available. In all, there are 70 classifications of job types available. ... |
| Supplemental Trout Stocking Planned at Shawnee Mission and Heritage Park Lake |
| 02/15/2002 |
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An additional 3,000 pounds of rainbow trout will be released into Johnson County Park and Recreation District lakes during a supplemental stocking in mid-March. The public is invited to watch the st... |
| Two Tentative Dedication Dates Set for 2002 |
| 02/15/2002 |
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Two tentative dedication dates have now been set for Johnson County Park and Recreation District facilities during 2002. Planned for April 27 is the dedication of Timber Ridge Adventure Camp, loca... |
| 2002 JCPRD Summer Day Camps Summarized |
| 02/15/2002 |
| Registrations are now being taken for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's summer day camps for children. A variety of camps are being offered this year, but first a word of warning - cam... |
| New Hiking, Biking and Equestrian Trails Planned at Kill Creek Park |
| 02/15/2002 |
| With the assistance of local users groups, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Planning and Development Staff have proposed plans for more than 12 miles of new unpaved trails at Kill Cre... |
| Feb. 7 Meeting Set to Discuss Kill Creek Park Trail Proposal |
| 02/07/2002 |
| Members of the public are encouraged to attend and provide input during a public meeting to discuss proposed plans for hiking, equestrian, and mountain biking trails at the new Kill Creek Park near De... |
| Nancy Wallerstein is JCPRD Board Chair for 2002 |
| 01/29/2002 |
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Nancy Wallerstein of Prairie Village was recently elected by her fellow Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board members to serve as chair during 2002. Wallerstein has been a member... |
| 2002 Overnight Fishing Dates Set for Shawnee Mission Park |
| 01/29/2002 |
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Four overnight fishing dates at Shawnee Mission Park Lake have been set for 2002. During its Jan. 23 regular meeting, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board approved the following o... |
| Order Cookies For Your Sweetheart! |
| 01/29/2002 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Olathe 50 Plus Program is once again selling Valentines Day cookies as a fundraising effort. The cookies are fresh baked, frosted, beautifully boxed, ... |
| JCPRD Director Announces Formation of New Community Relations Department |
| 01/02/2002 |
| Positioning the Johnson County Park and Recreation District to respond to increased communication and marketing needs is the goal of an internal restructuring announced by JCPRD Director Michael Mead... |
| No Celebration of Lights This Year |
| 12/12/2001 |
| Although tentative dates were set earlier this year, plans for a 2001 Celebration of Lights holiday light show at Shawnee Mission Park have now been cancelled. Under a contract with Christmas Visions ... |
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Cliff Middleton is JCPRD's 2001 Employee of the Year!
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| 12/11/2001 |
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The 2001 recipient of the Johnson County Park and recreation District's Employee of the Year Award was instrumental in getting the District's new Kill Creek Regional Park open in November 2001. Dist... |
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Turnout is good for Free Native Christmas Trees
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| 12/11/2001 |
| Give away free Christmas trees and they will come! That was the case on Saturday Dec. 8 when between 550 and 600 people turned out at Ernie Miller Park, 909 N. Kansas 7 Highway, Olathe, to take advant... |
| 2002 Shelter Reservations for JCPRD Parks Will Begin Jan. 2 |
| 12/10/2001 |
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On Wednesday, Jan. 2, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District will begin taking shelter reservations for 2002. Reservations can be made through the JCPRD for shelters in Antioch Park, Shawne... |
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2001 Another Good Year For Bluebirds in JCPRD Parks
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| 12/10/2001 |
| A total of 1,327 bluebird fledglings were recorded in Johnson County Park & Recreation District parks during 2001. This was up from 1,284 fledglings during 2000 and sets a new record for the District.... |
| Recycle Your Christmas Tree! |
| 12/10/2001 |
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The Johnson County Park and Recreation District will again accept post-holiday contributions of discarded natural Christmas trees. In 2000, more than 4,500 trees were "recycled." Some of the trees w... |
| Tomahawk Recreation Complex Early Childhood Development Center receives NAEYC Accreditation |
| 12/07/2001 |
| The Merriam Community Center Early Childhood Development Center recently became the fourth Johnson County Park and Recreation District childcare facility in and the third this year to be recognized wi... |
| Northern Portion of Mill Creek Streamway Park Reopens for Use |
| 11/21/2001 |
| After being closed for more than three months for repairs, a portion of a popular hiking and biking trail is once again open for public use, Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials an... |
| Park District Uses Conservation Easement to Preserve Viewshed |
| 11/21/2001 |
| A scenic view from the Shawnee Mission Park Dam in at least one direction has now been preserved perpetually. This is the first use of a legal mechanism the Johnson County Park and Recreation District... |
| Get a Free Native Christmas Tree and Help the Prairie! |
| 11/21/2001 |
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An opportunity to harvest a free eastern red cedar for use as a Christmas tree is being offered as part of a Kansas City WildLands workday at Ernie Miller Park on Dec. 8. This chance to get a free C... |
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Shawnee Mission Park Catfish Harvest Took Place Nov. 8
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| 11/14/2001 |
| Each spring and fall, crowds turn out to watch as rainbow trout are stocked in Shawnee Mission Park. But there is a lesser known fish stocking that goes on each year without much fanfare or attention.... |
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JCPRD Winter Catalog Available
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| 11/01/2001 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's Winter ACTIVITIES catalog is now available. The quarterly publication lists more than 800 programs offered by the District from December though Febr... |
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Public Invited to Kill Creek Park Dedication
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| 10/24/2001 |
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The public is invited to attend a formal dedication for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's new Kill Creek Park, located near De Soto. The dedication will take place beginning at 11 a.... |
| JCPRD Encourages Area Residents to Use Parks on Veterans Day Weekend |
| 10/24/2001 |
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The Johnson County Park and Recreation District is encouraging area residents to make use of their local parks during a national “Weekend of Unity and Hope” on Nov. 10 through 12. During an Oct. 3 ... |
| Tellabration 2001 at Ernie Miller Nature Center on Nov. 17 |
| 10/19/2001 |
| How about a good story? Come celebrate the International Day of Storytelling at the Ernie Miller Nature Center. This event will take place beginning at 10 a.m. on Saturday, Nov. 18. The cost is $2 per... |
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JCPRD Winter Park Hours Begin November 1
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| 10/19/2001 |
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Hours of operation for a number of Johnson County Park and Recreation District parks will change for the winter effective Nov. 1. Winter hours are 7:30 a.m. through 8 p.m. daily. This annual reducti... |
| New Public Hayride Offered on November 4! |
| 10/03/2001 |
| In the past, the Johnson County Park and Recreation District has offered fall hayrides only for organized groups of 15 or more. A new hayride offering is meant to allow individuals and family members ... |
| Ernie Miller Nature Center Presents First-Ever Pumpkin Carving Contest |
| 10/01/2001 |
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Show off your artistic ability and try for some great prizes through a new Pumpkin Carving Contest being presented by the Johnson County Park and Recreation District. Those wishing to enter this fir... |
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HUMAN FLAG EVENT TAKES PLACE AT SHAWNEE MISSION PARK
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| 09/28/2001 |
| In a massive show of patriotism and solidarity, an estimated 3,500 people turned out to form a huge Human Flag in Shawnee Mission Park on Friday, Sept. 21. In addition to garnering attention locally, ... |
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MALONE HONORED WITH USA SWIMMING AWARD
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| 09/24/2001 |
| Kansas City Blazers Head Swim Coach Pete Malone was recently honored with the USA Swimming Award, long considered the highest recognition for service in the sport. This award is not specifically for c... |
| New Fee Structure Will Provide Discount For Johnson County Residents |
| 09/21/2001 |
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A new fee structure for Johnson County Park and Recreation District programs will make a differentiation between Johnson County residents and nonresidents for the first time. During its meeting on ... |
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NEW 50 PLUS MANAGER NAMED
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| 09/20/2001 |
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Carlene Todd of Parkville was recently named as the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's new 50 Plus Manager. She will start in the position on Oct. 1. Prior to coming to the District, Tod... |
| STREAMWAY PARKING LOT REPLACED AT 95TH STREET |
| 09/20/2001 |
| Visitors to the Mill Creek Streamway Park's 95th Street access point will notice some major changes. A new parking lot and access to the park and to the Gary L. Haller Trail at 95th Street opened in m... |
| VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR FALL CLEANUP EFFORT AT ERNIE MILLER PARK |
| 08/22/2001 |
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Pitch in with nature center staff and volunteers for the third annual public park cleanup at Ernie Miller Park & Nature Center, 909 N. Kansas-7 Highway, Olathe. Past events have drawn over 200 volun... |
| 2001 FALL HAYRIDES OFFERED FOR ORGANIZED GROUPS |
| 08/22/2001 |
| Enjoy the crisp autumn air by taking a hayride through Shawnee Mission Park, 7900 Renner Road, Shawnee, or Heritage Park, 16050 Pflumm Road, Olathe. Organized hayrides for groups are available through... |
| TENTATIVE DEDICATION DATE SET FOR KILL CREEK PARK |
| 08/22/2001 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District Board has tentatively set the dedication ceremony for Kill Creek Park for 11 a.m. on Nov. 3. More details will be forthcoming as the date draws nearer.... |
| PLEIN AIR RETURNING TO SHAWNEE MISSION PARK IN FALL 2002 |
| 08/22/2001 |
| The Plein Air Show and Sale will be returing to Shawnee Mission Park in 2002, this time with an autumn color pallet, officials with the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 50 Plus Department... |
| FIRST EVER OK KIDS OUTDOOR KANSAS FOR KIDS DAY ON SEPTEMBER 8 |
| 08/17/2001 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District will be offering three free events in conjunction with the first-ever OK Kids Outdoor Kansas for Kids Day on Saturday, Sept. 8 at the Ernie Miller Natur... |
| PORTION OF MILL CREEK STREAMWAY PARK IS CLOSED |
| 08/08/2001 |
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Johnson County Park and Recreation District officials announced that a portion of a popular hiking and biking trail will be closed for an extended period of time for repairs. Closed is a 1.5-mile po... |
| 50 PLUS PROGRAM OFFERS BRING A FRIEND PROGRAM FOR FALL |
| 08/06/2001 |
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The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 50 Plus department is offering a new Bring a Friend Program for Fall. This two-part discount program is now being offered for program listed in the ... |
| FORMER JOHNSON COUNTY PARK & RECREATION DISTRICT DIRECTOR RECEIVES LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT AWARD |
| 08/06/2001 |
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Former Johnson County Park and Recreation District Director Gary Haller recently received the Lifetime Award from the National Association of County Park and Recreation Officials (NACPRO). Haller, w... |
| KILL CREEK PARK TO OPEN LATER THIS YEAR |
| 08/06/2001 |
| A late fall 2001 opening is expected for the Johnson County Park and Recreation District's newest park. The new 850-acre Kill Creek Park near De Soto is expected to open later this year. This would be... |
| SHARON RUSH WILLIAMS NAMED JCPRD SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION |
| 07/31/2001 |
| Johnson County Park and Recreation District 50 Plus Manager Sharon Rush Williams has been selected as the agency's next Superintendent of Recreation. Williams will start in her new position on Monday,... |
| JCPRD FALL REGISTRATION NOW AVAILABLE |
| 07/31/2001 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District's 92-page Fall ACTIVITIES catalog is now available. The quarterly publication lists more than 800 programs offered by the District from September though... |
| ATHLETIC TRAINING CENTER NOW OPEN FOR BUSINESS |
| 07/06/2001 |
| This new facility has a fully-equipped weight room featuring circuit weight & free weight equipment from Body Masters & Hammer Strength. The cardiovascular room features treadmills, bicycles, stair c... |
| Johnson County Park & Recreation District Receives National Award |
| 06/29/2001 |
| The Johnson County Park and Recreation District was recently notified that it has won a national award recognizing a County/District Policy on Advertising and Sponsorship Programs. The National Associ... |
| Roeland Park Aquatic Center Teams Place in Regional Lifeguard Competition |
| 06/29/2001 |
| Two four-person lifeguard teams from the Roeland Park Aquatic Center recently took third and eighth places at a regional lifeguard competition. The Kansas City Regional Lifeguard Championship took pla... |
| Tomahawk Recreation Complex Early Childhood Development Center Receives Accreditation |
| 06/29/2001 |
| The Tomahawk Recreation Complex Early Childhood Development Center recently became the third Johnson County Park and Recreation District childcare facility to be recognized with national accreditation... |
| Summer Camps: Fun with Purpose |
| 04/02/2001 |
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An opportunity to learn more about topics of interest to them is what JCPRD summer camps offer kids. "We want kids to have a fun, safe, active summer with the chance to make new friends. We want pa... |
| Second Child Development Site Accredited |
| 02/23/2001 |
| The Roeland Park Early Childhood Development Center recently became the second Johnson County Park and Recreation District childcare facility to be recognized with national accreditation within the pa... |
| Athletic Special Events On-line |
| 02/08/2001 |
| The District's Special Events staff are excited to announce the 2001 schedule for triathlons and duathlons, the Kansas City Corporate Challenge Games, Little Swim on the Prairie, and the Galyan's Kid ... |
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