RecReation and PaRks - City of Hopewell
RecReation and PaRks - City of Hopewell
RecReation and PaRks - City of Hopewell
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HOPEWELL OPTIMIST CLUB<br />
FISHING TOURNAMENT<br />
MAY 19, 2012<br />
8:00 – 11:00 am<br />
at Appomattox Plantation<br />
Hot Dogs <strong>and</strong> Drinks for<br />
Everyone that participates<br />
REGISTRATION FORMS MAY BE OBTAINED FROM:<br />
• Fish Tales Bait <strong>and</strong> Tackle<br />
• <strong>Hopewell</strong> Community Center<br />
• Heretick’s Feed <strong>and</strong> Seed<br />
• <strong>Hopewell</strong> <strong>and</strong> Prince George Public Schools (during normal business hours)<br />
Optimist Web Site: http://www.hopewelloptimistclub.com/<br />
The first 250 children turning in their registration forms on the day <strong>of</strong> the tournament will receive a free<br />
T-shirt. There will also be a drawing for “prizes” after lunch. Keep your ticket! All children must be 15 years<br />
old or younger <strong>and</strong> supply their own bait <strong>and</strong> fishing equipment. Parents or guardians must accompany<br />
<strong>and</strong> supervise their children <strong>and</strong> must sign a Registration Form. All fishing must be done within the<br />
designated areas.*** REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 9:15 am – Day <strong>of</strong> Event!*** This project is supported<br />
by revenues received from our Christmas Tree Sales, Brunswick Stew, BBQ, <strong>and</strong> Shrimp Feast. Please<br />
support your local Optimist Club.<br />
VOLUNTEER COACHES NEEDED<br />
The <strong>Hopewell</strong> Department <strong>of</strong> Recreation <strong>and</strong> Parks are seeking adults who<br />
would like to coach youth basketball or any sport. If interested, please call<br />
541-2356 <strong>and</strong> ask for Ronnie Parker. A Criminal History Check is conducted<br />
yearly on all volunteer youth coaches.<br />
Park Watch<br />
is similar to the<br />
N e i g h b o r h o o d<br />
Watch programs<br />
in which neighbors<br />
watch each other’s<br />
property <strong>and</strong> report<br />
any suspicious activity<br />
to the police.<br />
We are asking you<br />
for help in protecting<br />
YOUR COMMUNITY PARKS. We need<br />
you to report any v<strong>and</strong>alism to the Police Department<br />
by calling 541- 2222. This is the non emergency<br />
number for the police department. Now if<br />
you see an actual crime, please call 911. Prohibited<br />
activities include disturbing, damaging, or removing<br />
resources from the park. If you observe someone<br />
breaking park regulations, do not attempt to take<br />
any action yourself. Report the incident promptly<br />
<strong>and</strong> accurately to one <strong>of</strong> the numbers listed.<br />
Emergencies ..................................................... 911<br />
<strong>Hopewell</strong> Police Non Emergency No: .......541-2222<br />
Recreation <strong>and</strong> Parks ................................541-2353<br />
Park Division ...........................................541-2357<br />
And feel free to enjoy the many birds in our parks<br />
that we have as well!<br />
Our department works with citizens <strong>of</strong> all ages <strong>and</strong> in doing so we <strong>of</strong>fer a variety <strong>of</strong> programs <strong>and</strong> activities. We are<br />
always seeking donations <strong>and</strong> have compiled a list <strong>of</strong> items needed to assist in the operations <strong>of</strong> some <strong>of</strong> our programs<br />
<strong>and</strong> activities. We appreciate your assistance as we strive to <strong>of</strong>fer quality programs <strong>and</strong> activities.<br />
*C<strong>of</strong>fee (Regular & Decaf)<br />
*Non perishable food items to assist<br />
Respite Program in providing nutritious<br />
snacks & lunches.<br />
*Tissues, h<strong>and</strong> soap, h<strong>and</strong> sanitizer,<br />
dishwashing liquid, napkins & paper<br />
towels<br />
*New movie releases on DVD (G or<br />
PG13 rated)<br />
* Craft materials, glue, scissors,<br />
crayons, markers, construction paper,<br />
pencils, glitter, word search & activity<br />
books, notebooks, etc.<br />
* 8.5 x11 or 8.5x14 color paper<br />
SPONSORS NEEDED<br />
<strong>Hopewell</strong> Recreation <strong>and</strong> Parks is seeking Civic Organizations, Churches,<br />
Local Businesses, or Individuals wishing to support <strong>Hopewell</strong> Youth Athletic<br />
Programs in order to help defray the cost to participate. For more information<br />
about being a sponsor, please call 541-2356<br />
* Reading books for children & current<br />
magazines for senior adults<br />
*Post cards, boxed birthday & get well<br />
cards<br />
*Blank CD & covers<br />
*Pens & Pencils<br />
* Monetary donations to assist in<br />
sponsoring a child in a youth program<br />
or a disabled adult in our Respite<br />
program<br />
Please contact<br />
Jo Turek or Verna Hock<br />
at 541-2353 for additional<br />
information.<br />
Want to hear about upcoming events <strong>and</strong> information from Recreation <strong>and</strong> Parks Department? Stay informed with upcoming deadlines to<br />
register your child for a sports program. Or sign up for a lifeguarding class. Call us at 541-2353 <strong>and</strong> give us your email address.<br />
Or send an email to cscarbrough@hopewellva.gov <strong>and</strong> Carol will add you to our ever growing list. And feel free to check out the website at<br />
www.hopewellva.gov as we try to update the web with upcoming events as well.<br />
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