Parks & Recreation Board
- Richard Bashore – Chairperson
- William Herbine – Vice Chairperson
- Keith Stamm – Secretary Treasurer
- William Aukamp
- Sarah Herchelroth
- Michael Kocher
- Janice Varone
Adult Programs
For programs that have online registration available, please click the “Register” button in the program description.
If online registration is not available, please call the office at (610) 678-5399 Ext. 2.
An extremely gentle form of yoga for anyone wanting the many benefits of yoga without having to get up and down from the floor. Participants will experience postures and breathing exercises using the support of a chair. Develop greater mobility, increased range of motion and ease of movement in everyday activities
Session #II – #2672
Date: Thursdays, March 5 – April 9, 2026
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: $65.00 per person
Ages: 18+
Register by February 26
An extremely gentle form of yoga for anyone wanting the many benefits of yoga without having to get up and down from the floor. Participants will experience postures and breathing exercises using the support of a chair. Develop greater mobility, increased range of motion and ease of movement in everyday activities
Date: Thursdays, April 23 – May 28, 2026
Time: 11:30 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: $65.00 per person
Ages: 18+
Register by April 16
Healthy soil is the foundation to thriving gardens. How do we improve soil health? What role do fertilizers have? Join Penn State Berks Master Gardeners to resolve the mysteries and discover how to have healthy soils in vibrant gardens and landscapes.
Date: Sunday, February 22, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m.- 2:30 p.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: FREE
Ages: 18+
Register by February 19
Spring Cleaning Without Aches and Pains – #2681
Why add aches and pains to all the chores that need to get done around the home this Spring? Join Shawn Stanislaw PT, Doctor of Physical Therapy, Orthopedic Clinical Specialist and Fellow with the Academy of Spine Physical Therapy from Physical Therapy at St. Luke’s and learn how to avoid injury from common spring clean-up tasks.
Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: FREE
Ages: 18+
Register by February 25
This expanded, 8-week program is perfect for beginners and those with a little Tai Chi experience. The class will progress in conjunction with the participants’ comfort and skill level.
Date: Wednesdays, March 4 – April 22, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 1:45 p.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: $90.00 per person
Ages: 18+
Register by February 25
Join local award-winning wildlife photographer Joe Endy as he discusses choosing the right cameras, lenses and settings to abundantly enhance your nature flora and fauna photos. Joe will provide tips on locating and photographing a variety of wildlife dependent on the subject and weather conditions.
Date: Sunday, March 22, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Shiloh Hills Park
Cost: FREE
Ages: 18+
Register by March 19
Experience the joy of serving fresh foods from your own garden! Join Penn State Berks Master Gardeners to learn gardening basics – best site selection and preparation, vertical and straw bale gardening, choosing best plant varieties as well as planting, maintaining and harvesting your garden.
Date: Sunday, March 29, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: FREE
Ages: 18+
Register by March 26
What is dementia? How can you ease the life of those living with dementia? In this workshop you will learn 5 key messages about dementia and how to address the stigma associated with it. Increase your understanding of dementia and how to change the way people think, act and talk about dementia. Program is led by a Dementia Friends, PA instructor. Session II is a repeat of Session I.
Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Time: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: FREE
Ages: 18+
Register by March 24
What is dementia? How can you ease the life of those living with dementia? In this workshop you will learn 5 key messages about dementia and how to address the stigma associated with it. Increase your understanding of dementia and how to change the way people think, act and talk about dementia. Program is led by a Dementia Friends, PA instructor. Session II is a repeat of Session I.
Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: FREE
Ages: 18+
Register by March 24
This program focuses on helping the individual living with diabetes to better manage their disease through monitoring, physical activity, healthy eating, coping skills and strategies for daily living, relaxation techniques and working with the health care system. Open to pre-diabetics, diabetics and family members.
Date: Thursday, April 16 – May 21, 2026
Time: 1:30 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: FREE
Ages: 18+
Register by March 26
Increase your relaxation time by reducing your lawn care time. Join Penn State Berks Master Gardeners to learn about low-maintenance lawns that will save time, money, water, fuel, fertilizers, pesticides, adds beauty to your yard and helps to protect the environment! What could be better!
Date: Sunday, April 12, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: FREE
Ages: 18+
Register by April 9
An introductory discussion of Social Security Benefits for retirees including the rules, ideal claiming ages and spousal/survivor benefits. Participants will learn how to navigate key Social Security decisions to maximize lifetime income and avoid pitfalls. Attendees will have a clearer understanding of how Social Security fits into their overall retirement plan.
Date: Monday, April 20, 2026
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: FREE
Ages: 18+
Register by April 13
Culinary Infusions – #2692
Herbs and spices can greatly enhance the flavors of food. Discover the culinary art of flavor enhancement with these appealing and flavorful creations; they are perfect for personal use or as thoughtful gifts. Learn about growing herbs while you create lavender-infused sugar, herb and peppercorn olive oil and fruit and herb flavored vinegar. All materials, including jars, will be provided.
Date: Saturday, April 25, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: $38.00 per person
Ages: 18+
Register by April 18
Discover spring beauties! Join Naturalist Kathy Grim to stroll the trails at Blue Marsh Lake in search of wildflowers and more. Spend a peaceful afternoon observing nature – busy birds, wildlife, trees, and enjoy your time walking among wildflower early blooms! Moderately difficult hiking trail.
Date: Sunday, May 3, 2026
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 2:30 p.m.
Location: Blue Marsh Lake
Cost: FREE
Ages: 18+
Register by April 30
We will paint and stencil butterflies to embellish an 8-inch clay pot, preparing it for a beginner’s container garden. Following this, we will explore the fascinating realm of butterflies, their natural habitats and how to cultivate a garden that attracts them, including suitable pollinating flowers and seeds along with helpful educational resources.
Date: Saturday, May 16, 2026
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Location: Administration Building
Cost: $36.00 per person
Ages: 18+
Register by May 8

