Christiansburg Parks & Recreation Spring 2022

SPECIAL POPULATIONS GAMES

INDIVIDUALS WITH INTELLECTUAL DISABILITIES IN THE NEW RIVER VALLEY The Christiansburg Recreation Center co-sponsors inclusive programs for people with and without intellectual disabili- ties. All are challenged to improve skills, develop friends and understanding of each other's capabilities through a spirit of equality of team unity. For information or to register for a program, contact Shelia Roop at 540-381-0310.

COMMUNITY POLICING EVENTS

To encourage community involvement while working with local law enforcement that will educate, inform, and help improve citizen’s quality of life. For more information, please contact any of the following: Tammy Caldwell, CDPR email: tcaldwell@christiansburg.org Sherri Neece, email: sneece@christiansburg.org Deputy Jason West, Crime Prevention Specialist, MCSO, email: westej@vamcso.org

CHRISTIANSBURG/MONTGOMERY TRIAD S.A.L.T. COUNCIL The Christiansburg/Montgomery Triad S.A.L.T.

(Seniors and Law Enforcement Working Together) Council works on various projects to benefit senior citizens in the community. The council meets every third Tuesday of the month at 1:30 p.m. at the Christiansburg Recreation Cen- ter; meetings are open to all senior citizens to attend. For additional information, please contact Tammy Caldwell, Christiansburg Parks and Recreation, (540) 382-2349, ext. 2003; Sherri Neece CPD Crime Prevention Specialist, (540) 382-3131; Deputy Jason West, Crime Prevention Specialist, MCSO email: westej@vamcso.org SENIOR LOCK BOX PROGRAM Additional Information: The senior lockbox program provides emergency first responders a way to gain access into the homes of participating residents to expedite access during a medical or other emergency. This program is spon- sored by the Christiansburg/Montgomery Triad Council and Christiansburg Police Department. For more information, please contact. Sherri Neece Crime Prevention Specialist at (540) 382–3131 or Deputy Jason West, Crime Prevention Specialist, MCSO email: westej@vamcso.org Additional Information: Help prevent identity theft and shred unwanted documents. Protect your important infor- mation and clean out the clutter. For more information, contact Tammy Caldwell, 540-382-2349 ext. 2003 or email: tcaldwell@christiansburg.org. This is a drive- through event; no walk-ups will be allowed. Papers to be shredded are preferred to be in plastic storage bin or box, no bigger than 22.5x18x11.5. Limit 3 per car. Please make sure you only have documents to be shredded. Items that can’t be shredded include Metal, including 3 ring binders, composition notebooks, hanging file folders, paint brushes, padlocks, hardback books, keys, eyeglass- es, bungee cords, etc. Date Time Location Tuesday, April 26 3 – 6 p.m. Christiansburg Rec Center Parking lot SHRED-A-THON Location: Christiansburg Recreation Center parking lot

SPECIAL EVENTS

CHRISTIANSBURG FARMERS MARKET Dates/Times: Thursdays, May 19-October 27 3-7 p.m. Location: Christiansburg Recreation Center Parking Lot Admission: FREE

Additional Information: The Christiansburg Farmers Market features local farmers and vendors each Thursday. Season- al produce, plants, fresh baked goods, crafts, fresh flowers, and handmade jewelry are some of the items available for purchase. Items for purchase vary week-to-week. Check our Facebook page for details about weekly themes, prizes, vendors, and live music.

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