September Events & Programs

In This Issue:

Youth Basketball, Youth Volleyball, Football Clinic, Officials, Adult Volleyball, Toddler Programming, Youth & Family Programming, Adult & Senior Programming, Movies @ The Amp

Youth Basketball Registration

Registration is open for our youth boys & girls basketball program. Leagues are available for grades K-6. Registration deadline is September 10 and the 8-game league will begin the week of October 4. Both team and individual registration can be completed online @ recdesk.republicparks.com (under Youth Sports).

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Youth Volleyball Registration

Registration is open for our youth volleyball program. Leagues are available for grades 3-6. Registration deadline is September 17 and the 6-game league will begin the week of October 11. Both team and individual registration can be completed online @ recdesk.republicparks.com (under Youth Sports).

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Football Skills Clinic

Join Republic Parks & Recreation and the Republic High School football team for our upcoming Youth Football Skills Clinic! Your child will pass, catch, and run with members of the RHS team and participate in various drills and training sessions, helping your child develop their football fundamentals. Open to youth ages 4-12. The clinic will be hosted at Bervin White Memorial Baseball/Softball Complex on Saturday, September 11 from 10:00-11:30 a.m.

Registration is $10.00/participant. Register online at recdesk.republicparks.com (under Athletic Camps and Clinics).

Sports Officials Needed!

We’re looking for “memorable experience makers” to join our Athletics team! Do you have a passion for sports? Help youth players create their own memorable experiences by working as a sports official. We are currently hiring officials for soccer, flag football, basketball and volleyball. To share your love of the game, apply online at republicmo.com/680/Jobs.

Adult Co-Ed Volleyball

Registration for our adult co-ed volleyball league will begin on September 13 and run through October 1. This 8-game league will begin on October 13 and all games will be played on Wednesday evenings. Team and individual registration can be done online @ recdesk.republicparks.com (under Adult Sports).

Toddler Programming

Do you have a curious toddler looking for more ways to learn and explore? Check out these upcoming toddler programs!

Mini Music Makers - This 4-week class offers an introduction to music, instruments, and more. Sessions available on Mondays at 5:30 pm. New sessions starting September 27 and November 1. Pre-registration is required. Limited space available. Fee is $35 per session (Four Weeks).

Toddler Tumbling - This 4-week class offers an introduction to tumbling, movement, balance, and flexibility. Sessions available on Mondays at 4:30 or Tuesdays at 5:30 and 6:30 pm. New sessions starting September 27 and November 1. Pre-registration is required. Limited space available. Fee is $25 per session (Four Weeks).

Toddler Open Gym - Toddler Open Gym provides an opportunity for parents and their young children to interact and play with others in the community. Age appropriate gym equipment will be set up in the Activities Building gymnasium from 9:30-11:30 am on Friday. Fall dates include September 3, 10, 17, October 8, 15, 22, November 5, 12, and December 3, 10. Pre-registration available. Drop-ins welcome. Fee is $3 per class.

Toddler Dance Party - Get silly and show off your moves from 9:30-10:15 am on select Friday mornings as our instructor guides toddlers through choreographed movements and sing-a-long songs. Fall dates are September 24, October 29, November 19, and December 17 and include holiday songs so be sure to wear your Halloween costume, Christmas jammies, or other seasonal attire. Pre-registration recommended. Drop-ins welcome as space allows. Fee is $2 per class.

Toddler Animal Encounters - Every 3rd Monday at 9:30 am, join us at the Miller Park Pavilion for a FabZOOlous time as Dickerson Park Zoo brings the zoo to you with a 30 minute lesson and a visit from different zoo animals. In the event of inclement weather, the program will move inside the Activities Building. Fall dates include September 20, October 18, November 15, and December 20. Pre-registration is preferred. Drop-ins welcome. Fee is $5 per class.

Messy Makers Art Club - Every 2nd Monday from 9:30-10:30 am, join us at the Activities Building for toddler arts and crafts. Make and take home a masterpiece, but leave the mess behind. Fall dates include September 12, October 11, November 8, and December 13. Pre-registration is preferred. Drop-ins welcome. Fee is $4 per class.

Registration for all toddler programs can be completed online at recdesk.republicparks.com (under Community Programs).

Youth & Family Programming

Kids Yoga - On September 2 at 7:00 pm, try some basic yoga poses while getting out all those wiggles! Class led by trained instructor from Sol Ananda. Fee is $5.

Youth Art Classes - Every third Monday at 6:00 pm, join us at the Republic Community Center for Youth Art Class. Each week the instructor will guide children through the steps of a seasonal arts and crafts project. Enjoy all the messy fun of making something, and we'll take care of the clean-up. Pre-registration is required. Fee is $10 per initial child and $5 for each additional sibling.

Magicians in the Making - Marty the Magician will show your little magician how to WOW the crowd and then teach them 6 tricks of their own in this Magic Show and Workshop held at The Amp on September 21 at 6:00 pm. Fee is $15 for initial child and $10 per each additional sibling. Take-home Magic Kit included.

Okinawan Karate - Okinawan Karate is held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:30-8:00 pm and is open to youth and adults ages 6+. The fall session runs from October 12 - December 9. Registration opens September 21. The Fee is $90 per session for initial family member and $75 per session for each additional family member. Pre-registration is required.

Creepies, Crawlies & Crafts - Yikes! Join us on October 13 at 6:00 pm for an evening of creepy crawly critters as we bring the zoo to you. Dickerson Park Zoo is bringing 3 animal ambassadors for a fabZOOlous encounter experience. After meeting and learning about the animals, youth will have the chance to pick out and paint a pumpkin. Parents can enjoy a chance for their child to make a fall craft without making a mess at home. Fee is $15 per initial child and $10 per each additional sibling.

School's Out Adventure Trips - All Adventure Trips are offered from 7:30 am - 5:30 pm for children ages 6-12 years. Fee is $45 and includes all field trips and lunch.

October 1- Corn Maze - Pick out your favorite fall sweater or football jersey because this School's Out Adventure Trip is going to the corn maze. Children and counselors will navigate their way through the maze of maize, pick out and decorate a pumpkin, search for the best fall colored leaves in the park, play some recreational flag football, and enjoy a cup of apple cider or hot cocoa while watching a fall movie.
November 1- Jurassic Quest - The dinosaurs are coming out of extinction for this Adventure Trip. Step into a Jurassic world as we take an expedition into the wild. Children will learn the basics of archery and range safety at our dinosaur archery range, paint their own dinosaur sculpture at Village Pottery Cafe, and relax to enjoy popcorn and a showing of The Good Dinosaur.

Registration for all youth and family programs can be completed online at recdesk.republicparks.com (under Community Programs).

Adult & Senior Programming

Yoga @ The Amp - On September 17 at 7:00 pm, individuals of all ages and experience levels are invited to come together and practice in a unique outdoor space. Classes led by trained instructors from Sol Ananda in Republic. Pre-registration is required. Fee is $5.

Senior Craft Class - Every 2nd Friday from 9:00-10:30 am, join us for hands-on crafts and activities. Make and take home a masterpiece, but leave the mess behind. Fee is $5 per class. Pre-registration is recommended to allow the instructor to prepare the appropriate supplies.

Ladies' Night Crafts - Join us for Ladies' Night at the Republic Community Center. Grab a friend and join us at 6:00 pm for seasonal crafts, snacks, music, and time with the girls. Fee is $45 per class. Childcare available for children age 2-12 years. Fee is $15 per initial child and $10 per each additional sibling. Games, crafts, pizza, movies and popcorn provided. Pre-registration required.

Situational Defense Class - Join us on October 5 from 6:00-7:30 pm for an introductory to situational defense workshop led by guest instructors from F8 Training. The F8 program is meant to equip women with the moves and knowledge to be ready for a variety of situations. Fee is $15. Pre-registration required. Space is limited.

Senior Movies - Senior Movie Day is held on the last Thursday of every month at 3:00 pm, except in the event of Holidays when it will be held the Thursday prior. See the full schedule below. The movie is free and no registration is necessary. Seasonal snacks and activities are provided.

September 30 - The Call of the Wild (2020) and Animal Encounter
October 28 - Clue (1985) and Trick-or-Treat Costume Contest
November 18 - Mary Poppins (2018) and Ice Cream & Pie Social
December 16 - North Pole (2014) and Reindeer Hunt

Registration for all adult and senior programs can be completed online at recdesk.republicparks.com (under Community Programs).

Movies @ The Amp

Mark your calendars for our next movies at The Amp. Registration is available online at recdesk.republicparks.com (under Special Events). Tickets are $1.00 each and include a FREE popcorn. Seating is limited to the first 250 people, so be sure to reserve your spot now!
Tangled - September 11
Do you want to see the floating lights? Join us for GLOW night at The Amp on Saturday, September 11! Meet Flynn Rider and Rapunzel, play Disney Bingo, jump in the princess bounce house, and more. Activities begin at 6:30 p.m. followed by Tangled on the big screen at approximately 7:45 p.m.

Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone - October 9
You’re a wizard, Harry! Wear your house colors and bring your wands for a night full of Potter Pandemonium. The Dickerson Park Zoo will present their Harry Potter program at 5:30 p.m. followed by Harry Potter trivia and more! The movie will begin at approximately 6:45 p.m.

To view the full schedule of movies for 2021, please visit theamprepublic.com.

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