We have a lot of events and programs coming up soon, most of the youth will be receiving the flyers on the programs through their Friday folders at school. If you do not receive the information, go to our website or stop by the Vinton Recreation Center to get the flyers.

Don’t forget, you can always find out more information at our website at vprdzone.com or for more information on these programs or any of our programs, stop by the VPRD office located at the Vinton Recreation Center.

Upcoming Programs & Activities:

Little Viking Wrestling Tournament/Sunday, January 15th- Sign up now or register at the door for the annual VPRD/Lions Club Wrestling Tournament. Weigh-ins begin at 11:00 a.m. with the wrestling to start at approximately 1:00 at the V/S high school. For more information contact the VPRD office or go on-line to obtain a registration form. This event is for all kindergarten through 8th grade wrestlers.

Viking Hoopsters/Register now for this fun and exciting youth basketball program for all youth in grades 1st-4th in the V/S school district. This program is set up as an instructional program that teaches the basic fundamentals & skills, equal participation and fun for everyone. The program begins January 23rd with the registration deadline, January 17th.

Winter Open Swim/Once again, we have winter open swimming taking place on Sunday afternoons in January at the IBSSS swimming pool. This is for the whole family from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. and the cost is only $4.00 per person. No pre-registration necessary, just stop out and take a refreshing dip.

Sledding Party/If we have snow, we will have our annual sledding Party at the Winter Activity Area. The party is scheduled for this Saturday, January 14th from Noon – 2:00 p.m. Special thanks again to Dave Kelchen from our Vinton Fareway for agreeing to donate the hot chocolate and goodies. If there is no snow, we will try to re-schedule at a later date.

9-Pin Bowling Tournament/Saturday, January 14th-This will be our annual adult bowling tournament at Berry’s Lanes that is for everyone regardless of your ability. This event raises money for the improvements to our city parks with this year’s funds raised going to the development of our new Celebration Park located just west of the Hwy150 Bridge. The bowling begins at 2:00, so get there by 1:45 to register & be ready to have a good time.

 

On Going Programs:

Tot Lot/ This program is designed for all youth in pre-school or younger. Tot Lot is held at the Vinton Skate & Activity Center on Mondays & Wednesdays from 9:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. This not only gives kids a chance to burn off some energy and interact with other kids but it is also a great place for parents, grandparents and babysitters to have a few hours each week socializing and having fun with other adults. Participants may pay each day or purchase a season pass for the entire program. There are reduced rates for multiple kids from the same family or babysitter. Runs through February 29.

Tae Kwon Do/Held at the Vinton Recreation Center on Tuesdays & Thursday evenings. Stop by the Recreation Center to watch the class or for more information.

Circuit Training/Get a total workout with this circuit program of 17 different machines in under an hour. This program is held at the middle school on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. Register at the VPRD office. This will run through May.

 

Don’t forget you can always go to the Recreation Center during open hours to work out on the exercise equipment. Walking can be done in the gym, treadmill or our elliptical fitness piece. The Recreation Center is open the following hours:

Monday – Friday 7:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Saturdays 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Sundays 1:00 pm. – 5:00 p.m.

Listed below are the hours for open skating. We are taking reservations for groups. If you are interested in renting the skate center for a birthday party, youth group gathering, or any get together, give us a call at the recreation center and we will set up a date for you. Stop out and have some fun.

Weekly Schedule for the Skate & Activity Center:

Open Skating

Friday 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Saturday 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Sunday 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.(except January 15-IROAR)

Walking:

Monday - Friday 8:00 – 9:30 a.m.

 

Calendar of Upcoming Events: (Clip & Save)

January 13 Deadline to sign up for racquetball league January 14 Sledding Party Noon – 2:00p.m.at the Winter Activity Area

January 14 9 Pin Adult Bowling Tournament/Berry’s Lanes 2:00 p.m.

January 15 IROAR Racing at Skate & Activity Center/All day

January 15 Little Viking Wrestling Tournament

January 15 Winter Open Swim/IBSSS 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

January 18 Tot Lot at the Skate & Activity Center/9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

January 21 Pajama Party at Open Skate/ 7:00 – 9:00 p.m.

January 22 Winter Open Swim/IBSSS 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

January 22 Family Bingo at Skate Center 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

January 23 Tot Lot at the Skate & Activity Center/9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

January 29 Winter Open Swim/IBSSS 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.

January 30 Tot Lot at the Skate & Activity Center/9:30 – 11:30 a.m.

February 3 Special Populations Bowling Outing

Don’t forget, we will take all your bottles and cans that are redeemable for five cents at the parks & recreation department. If you have cans or bottles and want to get rid of them, bring them to the park shop located just north of the swimming pool, bring them to the recreation center or give us a call and we will come out and get them. All proceeds go to a fund to help our youth programs. This program has already made a big impact.

In closing, if you have any questions concerning our programs, activities, or facilities, gives us a call, stop by or send us an e-mail.

VPRD Office 472-4164

Skate & Activity Center 472-5168

Director’s E-mail vprdrandall@vintoniowa.net

Assistant Director vprdbarker@vintoniowa.net

Administrative Assistant vprdoffice@vintoniowa.net

Website: vprdzone.com