City Of Oldsmar Leisure Services Newsletter - August 2023

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July 28, 2023

From: City Of Oldsmar

AUGUST 2023

Celebrating National Dog Month

Did you know that Oldsmar offers two dog parks for its four-legged residents? These gated areas provide plenty of room to run, do zoomies, roll in the grass, try out some new routes & more? The park are located at the Mobbly Bayou Wilderness Preserve & Sheffield Park to enjoy & explore after a 'ruff' day!

BASIC DOG MANNERS

RETURNING IN SEPTEMBER

Train your furry best friend!

Basic Manners uses reward based, positive reinforcement methods taught by a Certified Professional Trainer; including sit, stay, leave it, polite greetings, walk on a leash & more! Class concludes with Brain games & enrichment with graduates showing off their new tricks. Suitable for all breeds one year of age and older. Proof of vaccines required. No Pinch, prong, flexi leads, or choke collars are permitted.

Wednesdays, 5:30 – 6:30 pm.

Cypress Forest Recreation Center

6-week session - $85 (RC) $ 127.50 (WO)

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STAR PUPPY TRAINING

RETURNING IN SEPTEMBER

Start your pup off on the right paw!

Earn your pups AKC STAR puppy medallion! Star Puppy Training Class is taught by an AKC evaluator and focuses on socialization, training, activities, and responsibility while building a strong bond with your furry friend. Help prevent behavior issues before they start. Open to all breeds up to one year of age. Proof of vaccines required. No Pinch, prong, flexi leads, or choke collars are permitted.

Thursdays, 5:30 – 6:30 pm.

Cypress Forest Recreation Center

6-week session - $85 (RC) $ 127.50 (WO)

OldsmarRec.com

Oldsmar Park Spotlight

JANICE R. MILLER BARK PARK

423 Lafayette Blvd.

Fido can play with other canine pals off-leash at the Janice R. Miller Bark Park, located in the Mobbly Bayou Wilderness Preserve. The fenced dog park offers separate sides for small & large dogs. Watering stations are provided to help quench thirst and benches are on-site for the 'humans' to rest to watch their pups run carefree & make new friends. Park is open dawn to dusk & features many shades spots for all to stay cool!

Tax Free Time

Sales Tax Holiday thru Aug 6

Don't forget to take advantage of the State of Florida's 2023-2024 Back-to-School Sales Tax Holiday, running now through Sun., Aug. 6.

It's a great opportunity to update your tennis shoes, workout clothes, as well as qualifying back-to-school supplies.

Visit the link above for a complete breakdown on items that qualify for this savings event.

Programs to Resume

Daytime Programs Begins August 10

Popular daytime programs will return beginning Thursday, August 10, following a hiatus due to Summer Camp.

Be sure to check out the calendar of events as well as some NEW PROGRAMS coming this fall!

Spotlight Events

Star Gazers

Thurs, Aug 10 - Sunset

Veterans Memorial Park

Bring your telescope out to take a glimpse into the great beyond. A limited number of telescopes will be available to share. Free activity for all ages.

Learn more at OldsmarRec.com

Summer Showcase

Sat, Aug 19 - 5pm

R.E. Olds Park

Free show featuring the talented students of Miss Suda's Dancers programs who will showcase their moves dancing to their favorite tunes!

Learn more at OldsmarRec.com

Fall Events - Save the Dates!

SAVE THE DATES

Upcoming events for the community to enjoy!

Fri, Sept 15 - 7pm - Movie in the Park

@ R.E. Olds Park

Fri, Oct 6 - 6pm - Party in the Park