Winter 2021-2022

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. And 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 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 begins? Join us December 4 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 also many 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 of the annual Christmas parade on December 10 in downtown Christiansburg. Winter Wonderland is also a must see this year on December 11 at the Christiansburg Recreation Center. You will enter through a forest of Christmas Trees. We will have a visit from Santa 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 rec- reational opportunities we currently offer, while also looking at ways we can better serve you and enhance your experiences in the future. Our recreational community is quickly becoming known as “The ONLY Place to Play.”

Best wishes to each of you during the holiday season!

Sincerely yours, Brad Epperley Brad Epperley Director of Parks and Recreation

PROFESSIONAL STAFF 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 Parks and Recreation 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 Athletic Programs Caleb Dunlea...........................................Supervisor of Youth Athletic Programs Rachel Vinson.......................................................................Events Coordinator Marty Gordon................. Assistant Event Coordinator/Farmer’s Market Manager Darren Graham..................................................... Recreation Center Supervisor Ryan Hubble......................................................... Recreation Center Supervisor Joe Oley. .............................................................. Recreation Center Supervisor Forest Redd.......................................Outdoor Facility Maintenance Coordinator Jim Whetzel............................................................................ Park Maintenance Wil Oldham. ..................................................................... Building Maintenance Shawn Stump................................................................... Building Maintenance Linn Feggeler. ..................................................... Part-time Recreation Assistant Dru Yopp............................................................. Part-time Recreation Assistant Larry Nunley. .......................................................... Part-time Park Maintenance Alan Johnson....................................................... Part-time Recreation Assistant

PARKS & RECREATION ADVISORY COMMISSION

Diane C. Fenton, Chairperson Steve H. Huppert, Town Council Liaison Michael L. Saylors Reba Smart James B. Williamson, Jr Robin L. Boyd Kathy Meadows John T. Neel R. Cord Hall Jordin Harris (Student Representative)

TOWN COUNCIL

D. Michael Barber................................................ Mayor Samuel M. Bishop Merissa Sachs Steve H. Huppert Henry D. Showalter Bradford J. Stipes Johana Hicks Randy Wingfield......................................Town Manager

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