April 2014

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Spring has finally arrived. There are plenty of programs and events to make for a terrific time of year.

Right on the heels of this welcome seasonal change is the 2014 Summer Active Guide, available at www.crpr.org and in the Sunday CDT on April 27! Mark your calendars!

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Thank you for your continued support. We look forward to seeing you at future CRPR programs and facilities soon!

Sincerely,

Centre Region Parks & Recreation

Class Cancellations: In the event of inclement weather that may cause instructors to cancel classes, participants are asked to call the CRPR Offices before 5 PM, Mon-Fri at 231-3071. After 5 PM and on weekends, please check the CRPR Message Board at www.crpr.org. We update the Message Board daily in case of weather concerns and class cancellations. It's the best way to stay up to date!

CRPR has

Egg-ceptional Easter

Activities!

Soon kids will be pulling out their baskets and getting ready to hunt for eggs in hopes of finding special surprises. Centre Region Parks & Recreation is providing two FREE events to help get everyone in on the fun.

Wed. Apr. 16 - 9th Annual Teen Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center

6-8 graders (advance registration is required by Tuesday, March 15). Bring a flashlight and hunt for eggs in the dark! This hunt includes prizes from area businesses and candy treats. Advanced registration required! Sponsored by Giant and Forever Broadcasting. Rain or shine

Sat., Apr. 19 - 56th Annual Easter Egg Hunt at Orchard Park

Ages 0-9 yrs. Co-sponsored by the SC Rotary Club. No advance registration is required. the egg hunt begins promptly at 2:00 PM and is usually over by 2:04 PM. Rain or shine

For more information on these two Easter events and much more, CLICK HERE.

CRPR, Your Recreation Destination for

Holiday Events!

Earth Day Spring Scavenger Hunt at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center!

The Earth Day Spring Scavenger Hunt is a great way to explore the marsh and have fun with your family! This year the event will be held on April 27 at 2 pm at Millbrook Marsh. Nature Center staff will greet visitors and give them a scavenger hunt page to follow as they explore. These eco-friendly activities encourage you to explore, touch, smell, listen, but not gather, cut, or pull so we can leave the marsh as we found it. Come enjoy the fun! This event is free, but donations are appreciated. For more information, CLICK HERE.

8th Annual Earth Day Birthday Event at the nature center is on April 13th from 2-5 pm.

CRPR, Your Recreation Destination to Family Fun in the Outdoors!

Early Bird Discount for 2014 Resident Season Pool Passes

Early Bird Discount expires in April - get your pool passes today and save! Our offices (and the pool counters) get very busy the closer we get - beat the lines, don't wait, get your passes now! Only 45 days until the pools open for the summer - think warm thoughts for May 24, opening day! For more information, CLICK HERE

CRPR, Your Recreation Destination for a Splashing Good Time!

Serve it, Smash it, Win it, Love it...CRPR Spring Tennis!

Whether you want to learn basic skills, lob a few over the net with a friend, or enjoy friendly competition, the spring tennis program offered by the CRPR serves up plenty of fun and exercise.

Class start dates and locations vary, for more information on locations, dates, fees and to register CLICK HERE.

CRPR, Your Recreation Destination for Lifetime Sports!

"CRPR Spring Spruce-Up Day"

combines with

"Comcast Cares Day"

Sat., April 26, 8:30 AM-Noon

If your group would like to participate in the "CRPR Spring Spruce-Up / Comcast Cares Day", please sign up by April 18 by calling the CRPR Parks Office at (814) 234-1657 with your park site and the planned number of volunteers. Advance registration will help assure that the necessary food, shirts, park materials and projects are ready for each volunteer. For more information, CLICK HERE.

CRPR, Your Recreation Destination for

Making Our Community Better!

The Second Winds Jazz Band Takes Their Show on the Road

The Second Winds Jazz Band performed at Otto's on March 4th, and they were outstanding! The restaurant was packed with jazz enthusiasts. including many Centre Region Senior Center participants and staff. Fun was had by all. The band has been invited back for a repeat performance. Future date and time to be announced.

If you are interested in joining the band, please contact the Centre Region Senior Center at (814) 231-3076.

CRPR, Your Recreation Destination for Fantastic Entertainment!

"My Veteran/My Hero �"

Tribute Tree Campaign

The Centre Region Parks and Recreation Authority has announced a tree planting campaign aimed at honoring our Nation's Veterans while assisting to further improve the new Regional Parks. The

MyVeteran/MyHero Tribute Tree Campaign will initially be focused at the new Oak Hall Regional Park, a new and majestic 68-acre park located in the shadow of Mount Nittany near Boalsburg PA,

scheduled to fully open in spring 2015. For more information, or to order a tree, please CLICK HERE.

CRPR, Your Recreation Destination for Outdoor Adventures!

Planning a Getaway to Your Favorite Amusement Park

this Summer?

CRPR has you covered. You can purchase discounted admission tickets to various theme parks and attractions from CRPR beginning in Mid-May. The in-stock tickets may be purchased only at the CRPR Office by residents or nonresidents of the Centre Region and proceeds benefit the CRPR Gifts for Parks Program.

For a list of the participating locations please CLICK HERE. This program is offered in cooperation with the PA Recreation and Parks Society.

CRPR, Your Recreation Destination for Summer Adventures!

April Programs & Events

Hopefully Spring is here to stay! This time of year is incredibly busy and enjoyable for the staff at CRPR. Getting folks active is so important and we have worked hard on providing a variety of programs and events to do just that. Find it all in the Winter & Spring Active Guide, available now at www.crpr.org and online registration makes it easy and convenient, so register TODAY! Mark your calendars that the 2014 Summer Guide arrives Sunday, April 27!

2014 SUMMER DAY CAMP REGISTRATION going on NOW!
Early Morning Walking Group, Apr. 16,23 & 30
8th Annual Earth Day Birthday Event, Apr. 13
Youth & Adult Tennis Programs, begin week of Apr. 14
Sr. Center Book Discussion Group, Apr. 16
Organic Gardening Class, Apr. 16
Flashlight Egg Hunt for Teens, Apr. 16
56th Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Apr. 19
Muck-n-Mess Art Class, Apr. 24
Authors vs. Directors, Apr. 25
Birds and Bagels Program, Apr. 26
2014 SUMMER ACTIVE GUIDE AVAILABLE at www.cpr.org OR IN THE SUNDAY CDT, Apr. 27
Cardio Tennis, begins Apr. 28

For information or to register for one of these and many other CRPR programs visit www.crpr.org. CRPR, Your Recreation Destination!