Community Programs in York, Nebraska

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Soggy Doggy Day
Let your dog have a chance to enjoy the FAC like you did all summer!  This day will be reserved just for your four-legged friends.  Your dog will get to enjoy swimming in the pool before it is drained for the summer.
When: Sunday, August 25
Time: 4:30-6:00pm
Who: Dogs & Their Owners
Where: Family Aquatic Center
Fee: $5/Dog

Open to all dogs that can swim and are compatible with other dogs.  Dogs must be leashed when not in the water.  All dogs must have current vaccinations.  Warning:  FAC has slotted gutter grates that may be hazardous to dog’s feet when exiting the pool.  Dogs should exit from the zero-depth area.  People are not allowed to swim; they can be in the water only to attend to their dog.

Bike at Night 
Enjoy the trails of York at night this year as a part of Yorkfest! This event will start at the Blackburn Ave entrance and go to Harrison Park. Stop along the way at stations to play games and earn stamps to win a prize. This is a great way to get the family out and have fun together! 
When: Friday, September 6
Time: 6:00-7:30 pm, come and go at any time
Where: Beaver Creek Trails – Blackburn Entrance
Who: All Ages
Fee: FREE

Pumpkin Decorating
Come decorate pumpkins with York Parks & Recreation! We will have some pumpkins, paint, feathers, glitter, googly eyes and anything else that you could possibly need. 
When: Saturday, October 5
Time: 9:00-10:00am, drop in whenever
Where: City Auditorium – North Dining Room
Who: All Ages
Fee: $7/Pumpkin
Online Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1650277

Candy Cane Hunt & Cookie Decorating
York Parks & Recreation will be teaming up with York Young Professionals again this year to provide a morning of holiday fun! We will hide candy canes throughout East Hill Park where we welcome you to come hunt and collect as many of them as possible! After the hunt, cookies will follow, provided by York Young Professionals. 
When: Saturday, December 14
Time: 10:00 am
Where: East Hill Park
Who: All Ages
Fee: FREE

Winter Swim Lessons 
The Community Center will be offering public swim lessons. Class size is limited. For lesson descriptions, visit our website at www.yorkparksandrec.com. For any other questions, contact York Parks & Recreation at 402-363-2630.
When: Tuesdays & Thursdays, February 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27
Time:   Beginner & Secondary: 6:00-6:25 pm
Primary & Advanced: 6:35-7:00 pm
Professional & Adult: 7:05-7:30 pm
Where: Community Center Pool
Who: Anyone who wants to learn
Fee: $35/Swimmer
Beginner Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1014587
Primary Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1014588
Secondary Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1014590

Advanced Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1014591
Professional Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1014592
Adult Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1671606

Youth Involvement Fair
This is a one-stop shop of all activities for the youth in our community and surrounding areas. Parents can sign their kids up with so many organizations in one place on one night! You do not want to miss this night and the convenience it provides.
When: Thursday, March 20
Time: 5:00-6:30 pm
Where: City Auditorium
Who: All Ages
Fee: FREE

Tie-Dye Time
Come tie-dye a towel to get ready for the summer with YPR! We will provide the towels and dye; you just show up and create the best masterpieces. Pre-registration will guarantee a towel but on-site registrations will be allowed while supplies last.
When: Sunday, April 6
Time: 3:30-4:30 pm, come and go as you tie-dye
Where: Community Center
Who: All Ages
Fee: $8/Person
Registration Deadline: Sunday, March 30
Online Registration: https://tms.ezfacility.com/OnlineRegistrations/Register.aspx?CompanyID=2020&GroupID=1260178
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StoryWalk®
Join York Parks & Recreation and Kilgore Memorial Library’s StoryWalk®! Families and individuals can now read and exercise at the same time. Look for different children’s books to be displayed along the Beaver Creek Trail throughout the year with fun activities to incorporate into your walk. StoryWalk® will begin at the entrance of Beaver Creek Trail on Blackburn Avenue. Whoever said exercising cannot be fun and educational has not been on our StoryWalk®!
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Pickleball Open Rec
The City Auditorium has 4 pickleball courts! Grab a racquet or rent one at the Community Center, and join in on the fun. Don’t know how to play? No worries, we will teach you! 
When: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday – 7:00-9:00am
    Wednesday – 6:00-9:00pm
    Friday – 6:00-8:00pm
    Sunday – 3:00-5:00pm
Where: City Auditorium
Who: All Ages
Fee: Community Center Membership, $30/Season, or Daily Fee
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​Private Swim Lessons
Private lessons taught by lifeguards to ensure that you are the best swimmer you can be. For a list of guards that teach private swimming lessons, contact York Parks & Recreation by emailing [email protected].
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Water Aerobics
Move your workouts to the swimming pool at the Community Center!
Water aerobics is a great way to tone up your body, develop muscles and improve your health.
Mondays & Wednesdays
5:30-6:15pm With Karah
Center Membership, Coupon Book, Fitness Class Punch Card Or Daily Fee