Happenings
RECPLEX NEWS PAINT NIGHTS AT THE RECPLEX
• Paint Nights in the Rec-Plex Art Studio – Get in touch with your artistic side, no matter what your
skill level! You can choose to register for one, two or all 3 classes.
• February 21, March 21, and April 18, at 5:00 p.m.
• For ages 12 and up. Cost is $30.00 each session, and $5.00 for additional family member.
• Register online at: www. poncacityok.gov/parksandrec-registration
SAFESITTER BABYSITTING ESSENTIALS
• Safesitter Babysitting Essentials in the RecPlex Art Studio is designed to prepare students to be safe when they’re home alone, watching younger siblings or babysitting. This instructor-led class is filled with fun games and role-playing exercises.
• This is a two-day class on March 5 from 5:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. and March 6 from 9:00 a.m. to noon.
• For 6th thru 8th grade age participants. The cost is $55.00 for RecPlex member or $75.00 for non-members.
• Register online thru February 19 at: www.poncacityok.gov/parksandrec-registration
JUNIOR BASEBALL SIGN-UP
• Junior Baseball Sign-ups will be in the lobby of the RecPlex.
• From 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. on January 25-29, and 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on January 30.
• This is for all Ages.
• Registration is in-person only at the RecPlex. Sign-ups are not available for online registration.
MEN’S BASKETBALL
• Come get active with Men’s Basketball Winter League at Unity Gym. League will include a regular season and post season tournament.
• Games are played 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., every Sunday, February 14 thru March 28.
• For ages 16 and up. The cost is $325.00 per team.
• Late registration is online thru January 29 at: www.poncacityok.gov/parksandrecregistration
KIDS NIGHT OUT
• Sign up your kids for this 6-hour fun-filled Kids Night Out Valentine’s Event! Your child will have a great time at the RecPlex while you get to go out to dinner, enjoy a date night or just take advantage of the quiet in your home. The RecPlex will provide dinner, multiple crafts, a popcorn bar, snacks and a movie.
• Saturday, February 13, 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., with check-in starting at 4:00 p.m.
• For ages 6 weeks to 12 years. The cost is $35.00.
• Register online thru February 13 at: www.poncacityok.gov/parksandrec-registration
YOUTH BOXING CLASS
• Youth ages 6 and older can participate in boxing alongside “The Last Round” fight team. Kids and teens all ages will learn technique and professional fighting skill-sets that will engage them in physical fitness, selfconfidence and proper fight training.
• Classes are every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
• For ages 6 and older. Cost is $20.00 for the entire month and classes are not pro-rated.
• Register online at: www. poncacityok.gov/parksandrec-registration
RECPLEX YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM
Youth sports or youth programs are eligible for youth scholarships at the RecPlex. No funds will go to monthly memberships for youth or adults. The participant shall pay $15.00 for any youth sport or program if appropriate Proof of Need has be presented and funds are available.
Applicants are required to provide in person the Proof of Need listed below to the Parks and Recreation office at the RecPlex between the hours of 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. and must talk with the Secretary or the Membership Specialist.
Eligibility Criteria, Parent/Guardian of youth participant must:
• Request scholarship and prior to registration deadline
• Provide Proof of Need from one of the following:
o Involvement in Free or Reduced Lunch Program
o Involvement in the Temporary Assistants for Needy Families Program from Oklahoma
Department of Human Services
o Involvement in a group home subsequent to the minor being judicially place in the
custody of the Oklahoma Department of Human Services
RECPLEX FEATURES
State of the Art Strenght and Cardio Equipment Family Pool with Spiral Water Slide
6-lane, 25-yard Competition Lap Pool
Steam, Sauna and Whirpool
Supervised KidZone
2.5 Basketball Courts
Program Studios, Wellness Classrooms and Art Studio
Fitness Classes for all Ages and Abilitiies 40-foot Rock Climbing Wall for all skill levels Baseball, Soccer and Multi-Use Fields Elevated 3-lane Track
3 Racquetball Courts
Outdoor Walking and Joggin Trails
RECPLEX HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday through Friday Saturday
Sunday
5:00 a.m. to 9:30 p.m. 6:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. 6:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Contact: Eric Newell, Parks and Recreation Director, 580- 767-0430
PONCA CITY SENIOR CENTER NEWS TUESDAY, JANUARY 26 TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2
Exercise, 8:00 a.m.
Line Dance, 2:00 p.m.
Senior Diner, 11:30 a.m., $3.00, Potato Soup
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3
Exercise, 8:00 a.m.
Arm Chair Travel, 12:30 p.m.
English As A Second Language, 5:00 p.m.
Senior Diner, 11:30 a.m., $3.00, Sausage Gravy, Biscuits, Hash Browns
THURSDAY, FEBRUARY 4
Exercise, 8:00 a.m.
Row at a Time, 10:00 a.m.
Line Dancing, 2:00 p.m.
Senior Diner, 11:30 a.m., $3.00, Ham and Beans, Cornbread
FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 5
Exercise, 8:00 a.m.
Ukulele Class, 1:00 p.m.
Senior Diner, 11:30 a.m., $3.00, Smoked Sausage Hash Dish
SENIOR DINER
The Senior Diner is open for meals on-site and drivethru. Reservations are REQUIRED for on-site AND drive-thru, and due by 3:00 p.m. the prior day. Drive-thru meals can be picked up at 11:45 a.m. When preparing the meals, the Senior Diner must have an exact number of attendees to avoid waste.
Contact: Marie Trenary, Senior Specialist, 763-8051
LEW WENTZ GOLF COURSE MONDAY, FEBRUARY 1
Senior Day: Those 60+ get an 18-hole cart for the 9-hole rate.
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 2
Ladies Day: Ladies get an 18-hole cart for the 9-hole rate.
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 3
Drink Specials: All drink prices reduced, all day.
Contact: Rod Alexander, Golf Pro, 580-767-0433.