 Join us for our OPEN HOUSE event Play All Day VA on Thursday, June 20 from 3:30PM-7PM. With a live DJ from Q101 from 4PM-6PM, live music from 6PM-7:30PM, ice cream from Smiley's Ice Cream (first 100 single scoops served are FREE), a construction themed bounce house, games, prizes, food, fun, freebies and so much more! Plus, get a chance to meet and greet with class instructors, and tour our new space at the south end of the Government Center in Verona!
Food Truck Wednesdays are back!
 Visit the Government Center each week for lunch at different food trucks through-out the season. Trucks are here every Wednesday from 11AM-2PM. Click the banner above to subscribe to our Food Truck Wednesdays Newsletter. Newsletters go out each week with schedules, updates, menus, specials and more!
Summer Cheer Camp Ages 5-9
This week-long camp will work on introducing the basics of cheerleading, while helping participants gain confidence, strength and team spirit! A number of cheers will be taught, jumps will be practiced, and a cheer dance will be performed at the end! Families are invited to come watch their cheerleader show off the routines at 6pm on Friday. Please arrive with your child ready to get moving with appropriate shoes for activity and a water bottle. Pompoms will be provided (cost included in registration fee).
Register at least one week before the start of class.
Monday - Friday, July 15 - July 19
4:45PM -6:30PM
$110/person
Kids' Test Kitchen Ages 5-15
Kids’ Test Kitchen is on a mission to get young eaters cooking, tasting and thinking about healthy ingredients! Each class presents participants with an opportunity to explore new or familiar foods in the raw, un-manipulated state. Then, with adult supervision and occasional assistance, we will work together virtually to slice, dice, peel, measure and cook until we have each prepared the finished dish. The virtual experience gives students the unique opportunity to gain comfort and independence within their own kitchen and then immediately share their work with family! Parents love having the night off from planning and preparation and agree that coming together as a family to enjoy the product of their kid’s labor is priceless. A team of registered dietitians plan the menus that have previous included: Nourishing Nachos, Comfort Stew, Creamy Tomato Tortellini Soup, Homemade Ricotta and stuffed shells, Potato Gnocchi, Crepes and so much more! Fee includes instruction only. Prior to the first night of class, guardians will be emailed an ingredient list and instructions on how to log in for class.
Register at least one week before the start of class.
Mondays, July 15 - August 19
5:30PM-6:30PM
$85/person
Sporting Clays Learn-To-Shoot Ages 8+
Never shot clay targets and want to try? Come out to The Flying Rabbit Sporting Clays in Mount Crawford to learn the basics of sporting clay shooting! Participants will learn the basic fundamentals of clay target shooting including safe firearm handling, proper stance and gun mount. Cost includes instruction, gun rental, ammunition and clays. Please dress for the weather (wear layers if possible); class will go on during light rain, but will be cancelled for heavy rain or lightening. All equipment and safety gear will be provided. Any participant under age 18 must have a legal guardian present at all times.
Register at least one week before the start of class.
Sunday, July 21
2PM-3PM
Saturday, August 10
1PM-2PM
$55/person
Summer Adventures - Mythical Friends Ages 3-8
This summer let your child discover, explore and search for new adventures. Participants will stay busy with games, music, crafts and lots of movement all centered around the theme of the session. Participants are asked to bring a healthy snack and water bottle each day and should wear comfortable shoes and come dressed for play.
Register at least one week before the start of class.
Monday - Friday, July 22 - July 26
2PM-4:45PM
$100/person/session
Baton Twirling Ages 3+
This class offers participants the opportunity to learn the fundamentals of baton twirling and will cover basic techniques, novelty tricks and choreography. Participants will learn to twirl recreationally in a safe and inclusive environment, while developing lifelong skills. The sport of baton twirling is a fun and unique art for children of all ages and a great way to teach poise, hand-eye coordination, technique, marching, parades and more. This class will help build self-esteem, encourage teamwork, stay-fit physical fitness, teach sportsmanship, dedication, self-motivation and children will have fun!
Register at least one week before the start of class.
Thursdays, August 8 - September 12
Ages 3-4 | 5PM-5:30PM | $37/person
Ages 5-9 | 5:30PM-6PM | $37/person
Ages 9+ | 6:05PM-7:05PM | $46/person
Family Dog Training Humans 10+/Dogs 9 mo.+
Gather the family and come out for fun in the sunny field with your dog to learn different games that the whole family can participate in to keep your furry, four-legged family member active and engaged! Please bring 2 cups of high value treats to class and a long lead (20 feet or more).
Dogs age should be 9 months or older.
No Prong Collars, Choke Collars or E-collars during class.
A copy of the current rabies vaccination certificate and shot records for Bordetella and DHLPP (distemper, hepatitis, leptospirosis, parainfluenza and parvovirus combination vaccine) must be provided to the parks and recreation department for each dog enrolled in the class prior to dogs being allowed to attend class.
Class is on Kiser ballfield at Stuarts Draft Park.
96 Edgewood Lane
Stuarts Draft, VA 24477
Register by June 16.
Tuesdays, July 23 - August 13
6PM-7PM
$180/dog
Becoming a First Time Homebuyer Ages 18+
This class will cover what being a first time homebuyer means and discuss the basics such as credit scores and history, loan programs available, down payment assistance and more. This program will walk through the steps of the home buying process and the details to think about before you make the decision to purchase a home. This is an informational class only and is designed to be a safe, non-threating way to get information on important home buying topics. No loan plans can be purchased during the class. A real estate agent will be present. Register at least one week before the start of class.
Tuesday, July 16
6:00PM-7:00PM
FREE- pre-registration required
NRA Firearm Safety Course Ages 18+
This is a five-hour course for safe gun handling that is conducted in the classroom only. Students are taught NRA’s three rules for safe gun handling, primary causes of firearms accidents, firearm parts, how to load and unload certain action types, ammunition components, cleaning, care, safe storage of firearms and ammunition and the benefits of becoming an active participant in the shooting sports. Students will receive a course completion certificate. Safety comes before all else. This class will meet requirements for the Virginia Concealed Carry Permit. Instructor also has extensive knowledge of the Criminal and Civil Liabilities pertaining to CCW Permit holders while carrying concealed and if you are forced to defend yourself with your firearm. Please do not bring guns to class. Instructor is Jim Wood, NRA Certified Instructor.
Register at least one week before start of class.
Saturday, July 20 | 1PM-6PM
Tuesday, July 23 | 5:30PM-10:30PM (Women Only)
$108/person
*Only individuals 21 and older can apply for the Concealed Carry Permit.
AARP Smart Driver Ages 60+
AARP Smart Driver is a driver improvement course specially designed for motorists age fifty and older to help drivers refine existing skills and develop safe, defensive driving techniques. Graduates of the course may be eligible to receive a discount on their auto insurance premiums. Register by July 18.
Thursday, July 25
8:30AM-4:30PM
AARP member $20/person; non-member $25/person
Route 11 pt. 3 Ages 50+
The final part of the Route 11 series of tours will head south. We will travel from Verona to Buchanan visiting dozens of sites. There will be off-the-bus stops at McCormick Farm, Jordan’s Point, Lexington Visitor’s Center, Galleries at Washington & Lee, Virginia Military Institute, Sam Houston Wayside, James River, Kanawha Canal and more. Scores of stories and facts about Route 11 in the valley and beyond will be included during our travels. Local historian Mike McCray will accompany this trip as the tour guide. Fee includes transportation. Register by July 8.
Tuesday, July 16
8:00AM-5:30PM
$52/person
Route 11 pt. 3 Ages 50+
The final part of the Route 11 series of tours will head south. We will travel from Verona to Buchanan visiting dozens of sites. There will be off-the-bus stops at McCormick Farm, Jordan’s Point, Lexington Visitor’s Center, Galleries at Washington & Lee, Virginia Military Institute, Sam Houston Wayside, James River, Kanawha Canal and more. Scores of stories and facts about Route 11 in the valley and beyond will be included during our travels. Local historian Mike McCray will accompany this trip as the tour guide. Fee includes transportation. Register by July 10.
Thursday, July 25
8AM-5:30PM
$52/person
Flight 93 National Memorial All Ages
Flight 93 National Memorial is the nation's memorial to the passengers and crew of Flight 93. You will get to visit The Tower of Voices that stands as a musical tribute, the Visitor Center Complex and the Memorial Plaza. National Park Service, volunteers and partners work to honor the actions, and fully understand the legacy of Flight 93 as well as the events of September 11, 2001. Fee includes transportation. Register by July 18.
Saturday, August 3
8:00AM-9:00PM
$70/person
Greenbrier Valley Train Ride All Ages
Travel aboard the New Tygart Flyer, a vintage diesel-powered passenger train, for a four-hour ride. This wilderness excursion features mountain grades, “S” curved tunnel, a high bridge and miles of unspoiled mountain views culminating at the High Falls of Cheat – an 18’ high, 150’ wide waterfall. On the train you will enjoy an all-you-can-eat cold sandwich buffet. Fee includes train ride, lunch and transportation. Register by July 29.
Saturday, October 26
7:00AM-6:30PM
$150/person
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