Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District

The Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District is excited to announce the launch of new registration software, SmartRec, effective March 1, 2021. To register for classes, attend events, and rent facilities you will need to create a new account. Save time, set up your account in advance! Create your account here: https://www.amilia.com/en/Signup

Saddle up and mosey on over for the first-ever Family Dance (Saturday, May 22 from 6pm-8pm)! Formerly the Father-Daughter, this event will take place outdoors under the lights and have dancing, pictures, and more. Tickets go on sale tomorrow.

Time's running out - deadline to purchase is May 7th! Get GROW-ing outdoors with the Fair Oaks Youth Advisory Board's summer kick-off box kit! The weather is heating up, which means it is the perfect time to get all the supplies your child needs to start your summer off with FUN! Your kit will include: arts & crafts, supplies to grow your very own plant, summer-themed recipes, coloring pages and activity sheets, outdoor supplies, and more! Proceeds from this box kit go directly back to the Fair Oaks Youth Advisory Board for future programs, volunteer opportunities, and other services to the community! Purchase yours here: https://www.amilia.com/sto//fair-oaks/shop/programs/59890

The Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District is currently in search of a motivated, high-energy, and dedicated person to join our team! This position will have a focus in all areas of our Recreation Department - including special events, programs, sports, and more! Job includes weekends, evenings, afternoons, and some early mornings. Please see application link for list of mandatory working schedule and position details. Only interested and committed applicants should apply. Click here to apply: https://fairoakspark.bamboohr.com/jobs/view.php

It's officially May! Time is flying by, and we are nearing the end of our Spring Program Season! There are still TONS of recreational opportunities to take advantage of before summer arrives, so register today! To view program registration information, visit: https://www.amilia.com/store/en/fair-oaks/shop/programs To view our current activity guide, visit: https://issuu.com/forpd/docs/march-may_activity_guide

Intramural Soccer (ages 5-13) begins Monday, January 20th. Assist Intramural Sports provides parents the unique opportunity to enroll their children into a 6-week sports program. Children will work on speed & agility, learn shooting and dribbling techniques and soccer fundamentals all while building like skills. Register today: https://forpd.maxgalaxy.net/BrowseActivities.aspx

Registration open now for February school break camp. Take a break from school and jump into #DISCOVERY week for four days packed full of games, crafts, activities, and more! At Camp Fair Oaks, your child will get to make new friends and enjoy positive socialization with their peers all while maintaining a safe and healthy environment to play and discover. For registration details and more information, visit www.forpd.org. Need flexible registration options? Contact Chelsey Adams at [email protected]

Every year, the Rachel Anne Gray Memorial Scholarship offers award amounts of $1500, $1000, $500, and $250 to Fair Oaks community youth. Don't miss out on a great opportunity to pay for college! Applicants must have a minimum 3.0 cumulative GPA and be involved in the Fair Oaks community by meeting one of the following criteria: Fair Oaks residency, Fair Oaks Youth Advisory Board (FOYAB) member, or attending a high school in Fair Oaks. The deadline to apply is Wednesday, January 20, 2021. For more information, go to https://www.forpd.org/282/Rachel-Anne-Gray-Scholarship. Be sure to submit all application materials together.

Public Notice of Intent to Remove Mural & Mosaic Official posting date: December 4, 2020 https://forpd.org/4/Notice-of-Intent-to-Remove-Mural-Mosaic

Sapces available for Fair the 2020-2021 School Year. Fair Oaks Preschool’s focus is on the social development of children ages three through five years old. Children will benefit from developing their social skills through play, art, projects, stories, songs, games, and outside play. Children will also have the opportunity to develop their independence, self-help, and sharing skills and learn to follow directions. Our free-flow structure and developmentally-appropriate curriculum provide an environment where each unique child can learn and grow, and where parents can learn more about their children. For registration details visit: https://www.forpd.org/380/Fair-Oaks-Preschool

Join us for In-Person Youth Sports. Class sizes are limited, register early. Choose from soccer, football, golf, and volleyball. Details & to register: https://forpd.maxgalaxy.net/BrowseActivities.aspx Homeschool Vouchers (https://www.forpd.org/433/Homeschool-Services-Vouchers) & Don Ralls Scholarships (https://www.forpd.org/283/Don-Ralls-Memorial-Scholarship) accepted.

Join our team! Seeking enthusiastic and energetic people to help us make our programs GREAT! Apply Today! https://www.forpd.org/193/Employment-Opportunities

Date change! Intramural Soccer has been postponed for 1 week. The good news is that registration has been extended! This 6 week, two days a week program will focus on speed & agility, shooting & dribbling, and soccer fundamentals. Register today, space is limited https://forpd.maxgalaxy.net/BrowseActivities.aspx

Show us your pets! Who got a new fur pup or pet during quarantine? Meet Skye, one of the FORPD's staff members' new pup. #adorable #covidpuppy Keep your dog entertained, mentally challenged, and build their confidence. Choose from Scent Work, Impulse Control, and/or Puzzles & Tricks class. Discount for multiple classes. For complete details & registration information visit us online at https://forpd.maxgalaxy.net/BrowseActivities.aspx

Start the New Year off with a well trained dog! Join us for Introduction to Dog Obedience on Sunday, January 10. For complete details & registration information visit us online at https://forpd.maxgalaxy.net/BrowseActivities.aspx To view all December & January class & programs view the Activity Guide here: https://issuu.com/forpd//dec_2020___jan_2021_activity_guide

Keep your dog entertained, mentally challenged, and build their confidence. Choose from Scent Work, Impulse Control, or Puzzles & Tricks classes on Dec. 13. For complete details & registration information visit us online at https://forpd.maxgalaxy.net/BrowseActivities.aspx To view all December & January class & programs view the Activity Guide here: https://issuu.com/forpd//dec_2020___jan_2021_activity_guide

Virtual classes are great for the whole family! Many are designed for parent & child, siblings, and/or the entire family. To top it off, many classes allow YOU to choose the class dates & times! Check out the November class offereings here: https://issuu.com/forpd/docs/november_activity_guide

Fair Oaks Recreation and Park District accepts homeschool vouchers for classes and programs. To learn more visit us at https://www.forpd.org/433/Homeschool-Services-Vouchers

Join us Wednesday November 18th for the Fair Oaks Recreation & Park District's Board of Directors meeting at 6pm. To join in the Zoom call, use the following information: To access online: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85989667263, Meeting ID: 859 8966 7263 To access by phone: +1 669 900 9128, Meeting ID: 859 8966 7263... If you have never used Zoom, please view this short, helpful video tutorial! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kh50kVaIdAY

Fair Oaks, what are you thankful for this 2020? Join our #ThankfulFairOaks campaign and submit photo(s) and/or short text and/or phrase summarizing what you, your family, business, and or group are most thankful for this 2020. In the next Activity Guide, we will dedicate a page or pages to "Thankful Fair Oaks" to reflect on all the good that 2020 brought. Submit - https://www.forpd.org//Pub/Thankful-Fair-Oaks-Campaign-55S

Happy Friday Fair Oaks! Wishing you a weekend of fresh air, laughter, and relaxation. Visit a park today. #forpd #fairoaks #parksmakelifebetter

Looking for a high-energy place for your child to have fun this fall and winter break? Join Camp Fair Oaks for #Thankful Fall Break Camp & CFO Celebrates the Holidays Winter Break Camp! Our fully inclusive program offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, games, and more. With our fun-loving staff, your child will have the opportunity to make friends, discover new interests, and share moments that will last a lifetime! Registration is open, space is limited. For full details and to register, visit www.forpd.org.

It's never too early to check if you're on the naughty or nice list! Let Santa's Helpers spread some cheer this Holiday Season! Santa's elves will ensure that each child will receive a personalized letter straight from the North Pole! Holiday Letters are $5.00 each.