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EnviroKids Camp!

Children 1st-9th grades are invited to join JSWMD Education Specialist, Wendy Bullock for free recycling adventures.

Location: Diamond Community Room, 2782 Diamond Street NE       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
Weekly Session
Wednesdays,
7/10/2013 -
7/31/2013
 
1:00 p.m. -
2:30 p.m.
Free
 

Recreational Outdoor Soccer

Our recreational soccer league is for players in grades pre K - 6th. This league is dedicated to teaching the fundamentals of soccer.

Each week, this league will offer your child instruction on skills (dribbling, receiving, passing and shooting) followed by a forty minute game to work on the skill of the week! The skill of the week will be taught by former Canton Invader, Coach Frank Gagliardi.

Location: Diamond Community Park, 2782 Diamond Street NE       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
Session
Mondays,
7/15/2013 -
8/12/2013
Beginning
6:00 p.m.
$35/child
Registration Deadline: 7/8/2013
mail or drop-off registrations

View DocumentRegistration Form & Flyer
 

Adult Coed Outdoor Soccer

Join us for Plain Township's Adult Coed Outdoor League!

Location: Diamond Community Park, 2782 Diamond Street NE       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
Summer League
Sundays,
6/30/2013 -
8/18/2013
4:15 p.m.
5:20 p.m.
6:45 p.m.
$280.00/team
$15/game referee fee
Registration Deadline: 6/21/2013

Game cancellations due to weather are played the following Saturday.

View DocumentRegistration Form
View DocumentRoster & Waiver Form
View DocumentRules & Regulations
 
Spring League
Sundays,
4/21/2013 -
6/23/2013
4:15 p.m.
5:30 p.m.
$280.00/team
$15/game referee fee
8 Week League / Byes: May 26 & June 2
Game cancellations due to weather are played the following Saturday.

View DocumentLeague Schedule
View DocumentRoster & Waiver Form
View DocumentRules & Regulations
 

Quick Start Tennis

The Plain Township Parks & Recreation Department is now offering a new format to help children ages 12 and under learn and play the exciting game of tennis!

The sizes of the courts, equipment and even the net height have been decreased to make learning easier for children. These changes will ensure the success of all participants, even if he/she have never picked up a racquet!

Location: Alpine Community Park, 3059 Alpine Street       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
12 & Under Session
(Tues. & Thurs.)
7/16/2013 -
8/8/2013
6:00 p.m. -
7:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m. -
8:00 p.m.
$55.00
Registration fee includes: Junior Racquet, Jr. Tennis T-Shirt, Three Practice Balls & Certificate of Completion

Registration Deadline: 7/12/2013

View DocumentRegistration Form & Flyer
 

Tennis 101

Get into the game of tennis!! We now offer a program to help Teens and Adults learn or improve playing the exciting game of tennis! Beginners and novice players will be introduced to the fundamentals, proper techniques, developmental drills and match play experiences! These will ensure the success of all participants, even if he/she have never picked up a racquet!

Location: Alpine Community Park, 3059 Alpine Street       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
Sessions
(Mon. & Wed.)
7/15/2013 -
8/7/2013
6:00 p.m. -
7:00 p.m.

7:00 p.m. -
8:00 p.m.
 
$50.00
Registration Deadline: 7/12/2013

View DocumentRegistration Form & Flyer
 

Summer Basketball Camp

Join us for this Instructional Basketball Camp inside Edgewood Community Center!! Escape the summer heat and have fun with Basketball! Boys and Girls Pre K through 4th grades will have a blast at this skill building camp! Ball handling, shooting, passing and offensive awareness will be emphasized!

Location: Edgewood Community Center, 6852 Market Ave. North

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
Weekly Session
Wednesdays,
7/17/2013 -
8/21/2013
6:00 p.m. -
8:00 p.m.
$60/child
Grades Pre K– 4th
Registration Deadline: 7/8/2013

View DocumentRegistration Form & Flyer
 

Stampin' Up! - Summer Classes

To register, or for more information, please contact: Christina Taylor, Stampin' Up! Senior Supervisor, at (330) 494-4498 or stampmecrazy@sbcglobal.net.

View DocumentDownload Stampin' Up! Flyer

Location: Diamond Community Room, 2782 Diamond Street NE       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
Little Bit of Sunshine Class
6/7/2013
6/8/2013
7 - 9:00 p.m.
9 -11:00 a.m.
$18.00
Choose either date.
 
Fun Fold II Card Class
7/5/2013
7/6/2013
7 - 9:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m. -
11:30 a.m.
$18.00
Choose either date.
 
Clean and Simple Designs Class
8/9/2013
8/10/2013
7 - 9:00 p.m.
9:30 a.m. -
11:30 a.m.
$18.00
Choose either date.
 
Stamp & Scrap Nights
6/28/2013
8/30/2013
6 - 10:00 p.m.
6 - 10:00 p.m.
$8.00
Choose either date.
 

Flag Football for Children Grades K-4

Children grades K-4 have a blast learning the basics of football. Players are grouped by age, coached at their level of understanding, and play fun, low competition games under adult supervision. All instruction will be conducted by Jump Start Sports staff coaches. Players will learn the basic fundamentals of offense and defense and will be introduced to speed and agility training. Jump Start Sports staff will also officiate and supervise all games to ensure equal playing time, a rotation of players in various positions, and they will help teach within the context of the game.

Location: Alpine Community Park, 3059 Alpine Street       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
Session
Tuesdays,
6/11/2013 -
7/23/2013
6:00 p.m. -
7:15 p.m.
$50.00
Registration fee includes team t-shirt!

View DocumentJumpstart Sports Flyer

Register online at Jumpstartsports.com today!
 

T-Birds T-Ball for 3 & 4 year olds!

A fun and highly instructional introduction to baseball for 3 and 4 year old boys and girls. Players learn the basics of throwing, catching, fielding, batting, and base running, and then apply what they have learned in fun, non-competitive games.

Location: Diamond Community Park, 2782 Diamond Street NE       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
Session
Thursdays,
6/6/2013 -
7/18/2013
6:00 p.m. -
7:00 p.m.
$55.00
Registration fee includes team t-shirt and hat

View DocumentJumpstart Sports Flyer

Register online at Jumpstartsports.com today!
 

Rookie Baseball for 5 & 6 year olds!

A fun introduction to coach pitch baseball for 5-6 year olds. Players will receive instruction in all basics of the sport and will apply what they have learned in fun games. Players who are not able to hit a pitched ball will be able to use a tee while learning. Each session includes instruction and game play.

Location: Diamond Community Park, 2782 Diamond Street NE       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
Session
Thursdays,
6/6/2013 -
7/18/2013
7:00 p.m. -
8:15 p.m.
$55.00
Registration fee includes team t-shirt and hat

View DocumentJumpstart Sports Flyer

Register online at Jumpstartsports.com today!
 

JumpStart Sports - Weekly Summer Camps

Jump Start Sports Camps are fun-oriented and highly instructional. The relaxed and nurturing atmosphere enables children to learn, grow, make friends, and have a meaningful summer experience!

Location: Diamond Community Park, 2782 Diamond Street NE       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
All Pro Football Camp
Daily -
7/8/2013 -
7/12/2013
9:00 a.m. -
12:00 p.m.
$75.00
Grades 1-6
 
Cheerleading Camp
Daily -
7/8/2013 -
7/12/2013
9:00 a.m. -
12:00 p.m.
$75.00
Grades 1-6
 
Olympics Multi Sport Camp
Daily -
7/15/2013 -
7/19/2013
9:00 a.m. -
12:00 p.m.
$75.00
Grades 1-6
 
Junior Olympics Camp
Daily -
7/22/2013 -
7/26/2013
9:00 a.m. -
12:00 p.m.
$75.00
Ages 4-6 Only

View DocumentJumpstart Sports Summer Camp Flyer

Register online at Jumpstartsports.com today!
 

Community Yard Sale

Families and individuals are welcome to sell their unwanted household items and clothing at Plain Township’s 1st Annual YARD SALE!! This event will occur rain or shine at Diamond Community Park!! In this economy, every penny counts, so come out and make some extra money, or find a great bargain at someone else's table!

Location: Diamond Community Park, 2782 Diamond Street NE       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
Special Event
Saturday,
8/17/2013
10:00 a.m. -
2:00 p.m.
$10/booth
Registration Deadline: 8/12/2013

View DocumentRegistration Form & Flyer
 

Senior Programs

The Plain Township Parks and Recreation Department, in cooperation with Parkway AARP Chapter 5190, presents a series of seminars to bring together local senior citizens. On the fourth Thursday of each month, seniors can meet for lunch and listen to a guest speaker or enjoy entertainment at the lovely Chateau Michele, 2231 44th Street NW, Canton. Seminars are only $11 and all senior citizens are welcome. Reservations must be made prior to attending.

All guests and visitors are welcome to attend two seminars before it is required by the AARP that you become a member of the national organization. Membership in the local chapter is $9 per year. For more information, contact Marge McClelland at (330) 497-0184.

Location: Chateau Michele, 2231 44th Street NW, Canton       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
Elvis Lives - Bill Warden
6/27/2013
12:00 p.m.
$11.00
Elvis Lives presented by Bill Warden.

Lunch: Grilled Sirloin or Chicken Breast with Potato Salad and Baked Beans.
Includes: Salad, Dessert, Coffee or Tea!
 
Vocal Show Tunes — Mcdowell Music Club
7/25/2013
12:00 p.m.
$11.00
The McDowell Music Club will present Instrumental and Vocal Show Tunes!

Lunch: Breaded Pork with French Fries or Chicken Kabob with Rice.
Includes: Salad, Dessert, Coffee or Tea!
 
Dining With Presidents — Janet Weir Creighton
8/22/2013
12:00 p.m.
$11.00
Janet Weir Creighton will present "Dining with the Presidents", a viewing of the china settings that have served kings, queens and heads of states from around the world, a part of our American History.

Lunch: Breaded Pork or Meat Loaf with Mashed Potatoes.
Includes: Salad, Dessert, Coffee or Tea!
 

Walking Club

Come and enjoy a walk on the field inside the lovely Diamond Sports Complex. Walk quickly, slowly, or however you wish! Twelve laps around the indoor field are equal to one mile. For a real challenge, walk upstairs to the Mezzanine, then across and down, equal to one lap. To help keep the field beautiful, please bring clean walking shoes to be worn inside.

Location: Diamond Sports Complex, 2782 Diamond Street NE       Get Directions

Program
Date
Time
Fee
Additional Information
 
Year Round Program
Monday -
Friday
9:00 a.m. -
11:00 a.m.
Free