Johnson City: Memorial Park Community Center Offers Therapeutic Recreation Opportunities

Johnson City TN

21 January, 2022

4:10 AM

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Press release from Johnson City: January 20, 2022 Memorial Park Community Center, 510 Bert St., will offer the following free programs designed specifically for individuals with special needs. Caregivers are welcome, as no personal care will be provided. Cooking Matters for Teens: Thursdays, Feb. 3-24, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Beginner cooking class offered in partnership with Washington County UT Extension. Ages 13-18. Register by Friday, Jan. 28 in person at MPCC or by calling 423-434-5749. Cards & Cookies Valentine's Party: Friday, 11, 5:30-7 p.m. Attendees will make Valentine's Day cards and decorate cookies to celebrate this sweet holiday. Sugar-free options will be available. All ages. Register by Thursday, Feb. 10 in person at MPCC or by calling 423-434-5749.Superstar Cheer: Fridays, Feb. 11-March 18, 4-5 p.m. Attendees will learn cheers, chants, dances and more while working together on a team, making new friends, increasing coordination, and enhancing self-esteem. Ages 7+. No registration required.Family Fridays: Last Friday of each month through April 29, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Each month's event will have a different theme and activities for individuals of all ages and their families. Register in person at MPCC or by calling 423-434-5749. Therapeutic recreation programming is part of a concerted effort by Parks and Recreation to improve the quality of life for people with disabilities through programming. MPCC staff member Rachel Malone is a certified therapeutic recreation specialist. She currently is leading a series of related classes and programs. For more information, call 423-461-4851. This press release was produced by Johnson City. The views expressed here are the author's own.