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JPS Events & Activities

Jenison Girls Lacrosse Open Gym

A great opportunity to come and try girls’ lacrosse! All skill levels are invited!

Grades 3rd – 8th No equipment necessary – there will be equipment available to use at each session.

When: Every Tuesday until March 7th from 7pm - 8:30pm

Where: Jenison Junior High Gym

Community Program Opportunities

Outdoor Activities

Educational Activities

Rainy Day Activities

Community Events

Local Library Opportunities

Community Program Opportunities

Baton Twirling Classes Come join the fun and learn how to twirl a baton! Baton twirling is making a comeback as the latest and greatest sensation! Don’t miss out on all the fun! Register at the first class on February 9th. When: Every Thursday from Feb. 9th - June 1st from 6:15PM - 7:45PM. Where: Rosewood Reformed Church Gym - 2795 Rosewood St. See our flyer for more information.		Girl Scouts of Michigan Shore to Shore The Girl Scouts are coming to Jenison! If you have ever wondered about signing your girl up for the Girl Scouts, volunteering, or starting a brand new troop, look no further! Fill out the registration form. or See our website for more information.
2023 ExploreHope Summer Science Camps Summer Science Camps began in 1997 with Tod Gugino’s dream of sharing the love for science. Today, ExploreHope provides over 50 fun-filled educational camps for grades K–12. See our flyer for details.		GVSU Little Lakers Sports Day Join us February 11th from 8:00am-12:00pm at the GVSU Fieldhouse! Play basketball, football, volleyball, soccer, and lacrosse with GVSU athletes! For 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th graders only. More information can be found on our flyer and on our website.

Outdoor Activities

Story Walks Ottawa County parks offers Story Walks. Walk along the paths with your family and read the picture books posted on signs and look for things to do. Be sure to check the calendar for dates and parks.		Explore local playgrounds Look no further than this giant list of area playgrounds for some of the best places around to play!
Splash Pads Did you know that Jenison is home to two great splash pads? Kids can choose their own “level of wet’ at either Maplewood Park or Rosewood Park Splash pads.		Trail Maps Looking for outdoor fun for your family?: There is a new interactive non-motorized trail map which features 4,600 miles of trails. You can also download free apps – “All Trails” for Apple or Google Play and “GR Walks” for Apple or Google Play.

Educational Activities

Georgetown Public Library

Our local public library has a great variety of activities for youth that can be found on their website.

Draw Club

Draw Club offers drawing classes for Ages 7-16.

For more details, see our website.

Kent District Library LAB Experience (ages 5-10)

TheKDL LAB Experience promotes creativity, problem solving skills and unstructured exploration time for school-age children and teens. Carefully selected learning tools and activities are designed to help students increase their proficiency in STEAM disciplines: Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math. Get your questions answered and register at the KDL website.

Play N Learn

What is Play N Learn? It's a free program designed for families with children birth through age five. Infant group is for children birth-24 months. Each session will be based on a children’s book and will include:

story
fingerplays
creative art experiences
educational play

Each family will also receive a children’s book to take home. Information on child development and reading readiness will be available for parents. Address locations listed on back QUESTIONS? Call 1-877-702-8600 Chrisje Stam ext. 4129 [email protected] Spanish Playgroups: Flavia Maccio ext. 4137 [email protected]

Rainy Day Activities

Indoor Sports and Recreation

Enjoy the Recreation Center and pool at GVSU with a day pass! Day passes are $5.00 per person and you may come and go as you need. See our website for more information.

Bowling: Hudsonville Lanes

Enjoy family fun by requesting your FREE $10 Open Bowling Certificate through Hudsonville Lanes here!

Rebounderz Adventure Park

Come and try our Trampoline Activities, In-the-Air Dodgeball, 6-Lane Foam Pit, Air-Basketball, and Open Jump Arena. As well as our Ninja Warrior Course (44” and Over) featuring more than 250’ of different obstacles with Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Lanes. Conquer the Jump Extreme Tower (44” and Over / 200lbs and Under) Laser Tag, Mini Golf, Mini Escape Rooms or let your little ones enjoy the Tri-Level Playground (54” and Under) and Kangaroo Pillow (44” and Under). We also offer birthday and group packages. For more information, check out our website.

JPS Aquatics Swimming

Lap Swim

We ask that patrons check every Sunday for the upcoming lap swim schedule for that week. If you want to pay as you go, you can pay the lifeguard on deck. Residents of Jenison School District or those with current School of Choice kids are $3.00 per swim. Non-Residents of Jenison School District are $4.00 per swim. We offer a one month membership and a six month membership for the price of five months. More info can be found on our Aquatics website.

Flick’s Family Film

Flick’s Family Film offers different kids movies every month. Kids under 12 are FREE and everyone else is just $5. See Celebration's website for more info.

Tarry Hall Roller Skating Rink
Learn To Skate

Community Events


John Ball Zoo Any Michigan resident who carries a MI Bridges card, including WIC, can attend John Ball Zoo for free with up to 9 free household members through the JUMP program. Purchase tickets.		Double Up Food Bucks Use your Bridge or Pandemic EBT at participating Farmers Markets to get tokens to purchase SNAP eligible items. Get an equal amount in FREE Double Up Food Bucks (up to $20/day!) for Michigan grown fruit & vegetables. No registration required! More information can be found on our website See our flyer for more details Vea nuestro documento para más información See participating locations
		Golden Age Passes Jenison Golden Age passes can be obtained by anyone 60 years or older who reside within the Jenison Public School District. They are free to those who qualify, and are accepted at any home or away OK Conference athletic event. Please bring your ID to our Administrative office located at 8375 20th Ave or the High School Athletic Office located at 2140 Bauer Rd during business hours.

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