CburgParks_WINTER2022

To The Citizens of Christiansburg

Dear Friends and Neighbors:

The approaching winter winds are a sure sign that nature’s beautiful fall colors are departing, and it is time to prepare for Old Man Winter. Temperatures will soon drop, and snow will begin to fall. Against the backdrop of this winter wonderland, I know many of us will build snowmen, have snowball fights and sled down snowy hillsides. While these winter activities are fun, do not forget to come inside and enjoy the warmth of the Christiansburg Recreation Center and the recreational opportunities it has to offer! As you read through this brochure, you will find many activities available for your entire family. Developing a healthy lifestyle is very important for each of us. Please take advantage of our various educational classes and health screenings. Exercise is a very important part of a healthy lifestyle so be sure to check out our cardiovascular and weight rooms, or simply take a nice stroll on the 1/8-mile indoor track. If you are over the age of 50, there are many Senior Center activities and events offered year-round. Please see our Senior Center Calendar and read through our Parks and Recreation Department brochure for a complete listing of all of our programming and activities. Are you looking to spruce up your home as the winter season ends? Join us December 3 for the Lions Club Holiday Craft Show at the Christiansburg Recreation Center. There will be many vendors available that will provide you with many items to make your house into a home. There are alsomany opportunities to enjoy the outdoors–whether it be a cool, brisk walk along the Huckleberry Trail, playing at one of our nine Town parks or attending Christmas on Main with the highlight being the annual Christmas parade on December 9 in downtown Christiansburg. Winter Wonderland is also a must see this year on December 10 at the Christiansburg Recreation Center. You will enter through a forest of Christmas Trees and enjoy snowflakes falling from the sky. We will have a visit fromSanta Claus, Ms. Claus and everyone will enjoy hot chocolate, cookies and the reindeer games while singing and laughing the whole evening. The Christiansburg Parks and Recreation Department promotes and implements leisure programs and services that enhance the quality of life of all ages. In partnership with our community, we strive to deliver programming in a personal, effective, and innovative manner. I am excited to spend this winter session here with you, in the Town of Christiansburg. I look forward to maintaining the recreational opportunities we currently offer, while also looking at ways we can better serve you and enhance your experiences in the future. The Christiansburg Huckleberry Park is well on its way to completion. We look forward to unveiling these recreational amenities in the Spring of 2023. We continue to strive for Christiansburg to be a recreational destination and the place to be! Best wishes to each of you during the holiday season!

Sincerely yours,

Brad Epperley Director of Parks and Recreation

PROFESSIONAL STAFF

PARKS&RECREATIONADVISORY COMMISSION

Professional Staff........................................................................................Phone: (540) 382-2349 Brad Epperley............................................................................. Director of Parks and Recreation Michelle Trussell.................................................................. Parks and Recreation Office Manager Morgan Fenton.....................................................................................Administrative Specialist II Charlton McCoy.......................................................... Assistant Director of Programs and Events Erin Ruyle.................................................................... Assistant Director of Operations and Parks Pam Peyton. ......................................................................... Supervisor of Community Programs Tammy Caldwell.....................................Supervisor of Senior and Special Population Programs Nick Yopp............................................................ Supervisor of Camps, Tournaments and Master Scheduler of Facilities Brian Lambert. .................................................Supervisor of Adult Athletics and Teen Programs Caleb Dunlea.....................................................................Supervisor of Youth Athletic Programs Rachel Vinson...................................................................................................Events Coordinator Austin Gilmore........................................ Assistant Event Coordinator/Farmer’s Market Manager Darren Graham............................................................................................... Athletic Coordinator Ryan Hubble.............................................................................. Recreation Facilities Coordinator Joe Oley..........................................................................................Customer Service Coordinator Forest Redd. ..............................................................................Outdoor Facility Crew Supervisor JimWhetzel................................................................................................................. Crew Leader Dylan Vest.................................................................................................................... Crew Leader Brandon Decker. ......................................................................................................... Crew Leader Isaac Ritenour. ...................................................................................... Park Maintenance Worker Wil Oldham.................................................................................................. Building Maintenance Shawn Stump.............................................................................................. Building Maintenance Linn Feggeler................................................................................. Part-time Recreation Assistant Dru Yopp........................................................................................ Part-time Recreation Assistant Annie Fentress............................................................................... Part-time Recreation Assistant Alan Johnson. ............................................................................... Part-time Recreation Assistant

Diane C. Fenton, Chairperson Henry Showalter, Town Council Liaison Michael L. Saylors Reba Smart James B. Williamson, Jr Robin L. Boyd Kathy Meadows John T. Neel Lawson Mecom (Student Representative) Emma Britt (Student Representative)

TOWN COUNCIL

D. Michael Barber.....................................................................Mayor Samuel M. Bishop Timothy Wilson Casey Jenkins Henry D. Showalter Tanya Hockett Johana Hicks Randy Wingfield. ........................................................Town Manager

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