Recreation
Teen & Adult Programs

Safe Sitters®

Ages 11 – 14 | 3:30pm – 5:30pm | $40

Is your 6th – 8th grade child looking to be more independent at home and even start babysitting for siblings, friends or other families? We’ll explore the characteristics of a good babysitter and cover caring for infants and toddlers, basic first aid and CPR, what to do in an emergency, etc. Class will be led by a certified SafeSitter instructor from the Council for Youth Development and CPR and First Aid will be covered by a licensed instructor and students will receive and be working from the SafeSitters training book.

  • January 22-25 at Donner Center
    • Registration: October 23- January 19, 5pm | 411715-1A
  • April 29 – May 2 at | The REC at NexusPark
    • Registration: January 22 – April 26, 5pm | 421715-1A

Tuesday Night Trivia
Columbus Indiana Parks and Recreation Department on Facebook Live at 6:30pm

  • October: 10 & 24
  • November: 14 & 28
  • December: 5 & 12
  • January: 16 & 30
  • February: 13 & 27
  • March: 12 & 26
  • April: 9 & 23

Monday Night Magic
Ages 14+ | Mondays | 5–9:30 pm | Donner Center | $5 | Arrive by 6:30pm

Bring your playgroup and meet some new players at Monday Night Magic at Donner Center. We host a Monday Night Commander event from 5-9:30pm at Donner Center one Monday each month. Pay $5 at the door and receive your “MTG Bingo sheet” for the night. Each Bingo sheet has different tasks you have to accomplish to check off a square. A bingo gets you a pack.

Registration: Drop In

Winter Barista Class

Ages 15+ | January 28 | 9:30–11am | The Commons | $25

If you are interested in learning the art of making café quality coffee beverages in the comfort of your own home, looking to take your coffee expertise to the next level, or learning how to identify different tasting notes of your morning brew, join us for a hands on lesson. We will go over several simple ways to make a delicious cup of coffee and try an assortment of different, freshly roasted beans.

Registration: October 3 – January 24, 5pm | 418100-1A

Fencing

Ages 7-11, 12+ | 6–7 pm, 7-8 pm | The Pixy Theater | $60

En Garde! Are you ready to discover the historic sport of fencing? Join our partners at the Salle de Lutins Fencing Club for a 4-week session of fencing. Get an introduction and training in a unique and fun Olympic sport! Students will receive instruction on form, technique and how to properly engage in a bout. Equipment can be rented for $20 during the class as well. If registering after the first class of a session, the class rate will NOT be prorated.

  • Session 1
    • 7-11 | October 18 – November 8 | 6-7pm | 444300-2A
    • 12+ | October 18 – November 8 | 7-8pm | 444300-2B
    • Registration: October 3 – 25, 5pm
  • Session 2
    • 7-11 | November 15 – December 6 | 6-7pm | 444300-3A
    • 12+ | November 15 – December 6 | 7-8pm | 444300-3B
    • Registration: October 26 – November 22, 5pm
  • Session 3
    • 7-11 | December 13 – January 3 | 6-7pm | 414300-1A
    • 12+ | December 13 – January 3 | 7-8pm | 414300-1B
    • Registration: November 23 – December 20, 5pm
  • Session 4
    • 7-11 | January 10 – 31 | 6-7pm | 414300-2A
    • 12+ | January 10 – 31 | 7-8pm | 414300-2B
    • Registration: December 21 – January 17, 5pm
  • Session 5
    • 7-11 | February 7-28 | 6-7pm | 414300-3A
    • 12+ | February 7-28 | 7-8pm | 414300-3B
    • Registration: January 18 – February 14, 5pm
  • Session 6
    • 7-11 | April 3 – 24 | 6-7pm | 424300-2A
    • 12+ | April 3 – 24 | 7-8pm | 424300-2B
    • Registration: February 15 – April 10, 5pm

Japanese Taiko Drumming

Ages 12+ | Wednesdays | 6:00-7:00pm | $50

Discover the art of Japanese Taiko drumming, which has been played in Japan for over 2000 years. The word taiko means big drum, and the art form incorporates large drums, body movement, vocalization, and various instruments. All drums are provided. No drumming experience necessary. All you need is the desire to play, have fun, and a willingness to share the joy of taiko with others. During these fun and energetic classes participants will get a full workout, all while learning about rhythm and drumming through the use of games, dance, and drumming. Students are required to buy their own drumsticks for $15 on the first day of class.

  • Late Fall
    • November 8 – December 6 (no class November 22)
    • Registration: October 1 – November 10, 5pm | 442010-2A
  • Winter
    • January 10 – 31
    • Registration: November 9 – January 5, 5pm | 412010-1A
  • Late Winter
    • February 7 – 28
    • Registration: January 11 – February 2, 5pm | 412010-2A
  • Early Spring
    • February 22 – April 3 (no class 3/13/24)
    • Registration: February 8 – March 1, 5pm | 422010-1A

Holiday Basket Class

Ages 18+ | December 9 | 9am–2pm | Donner Center | $30/space

Attention all crafters! Make plans to join us for our 24th annual sale to display your holiday handiwork! Fee includes booth space (up to 3 six foot tables and chairs). When registering, you will be asked what types of items you will be selling and if you have electrical needs. No flea-market/garage sale type items please. Admission to the sale is FREE to the public. Set up time: Fri, December 8, 3-5pm & Sat, December 9, 7-8:45am

Registration: October 3 – November 30 at 5 pm | 415000-1A