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Important Announcement - Pool Closure

The City of Vandalia is investing in the future of the Vandalia Recreation Center. 

Beginning Monday, April 10, the Center’s aging HVAC system will be replaced with a new, more efficient heating and cooling system. 

As the work i...

Spring CampREC

Monday, April 3 - Friday, April 7 

Are you looking for a fun-packed week filled with swimming, rock wall climbing, games and fun in the sun? The VRC is offering a Spring CampREC program that will be filled with non-stop fun for your child to parti...

Camp Counselor Opportunities

Interested in being a camp counselor, participating in many fun activities, games, and field trips with wonderful kids in 2023 at the Vandalia Recreation Center? The VRC is taking interviews for Spring CampREC and Summer CampREC! 

Spring CampREC&a...

STEM Instructor Opportunity

Are you interested in providing and leading programs for the City of Vandalia Parks and Recreation Department? We are looking for an experienced STEM Program Instructor! 

The Vandalia Recreation Center offers STEM programs for the youth and teens....

Recreation Leader Opportunity

Are you looking for a flexible job and helping with the many fun programs and events happening in the City of Vandalia? The Recreation Leader position is for you! 

The Vandalia Recreation Center offers programs and events year-round that vary from...

Program Instructor Opportunity

Are you interested in providing and leading programs for the City of Vandalia Parks and Recreation Department? We are hiring experienced program instructors! 

The Vandalia Recreation Center offers programs for preschool, youth, teen and adults. Pr...

Inclusive Fitness Class

Fridays from 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

The VRC offers an inclusive fitness class for people who have developmental disabilities. These classes will focus on body movement, occasional light dumbbells, stretching, games and socialization. These classes are for age...

Roses for Mom Essay Contest

Tell us in 200 words or less why your Mom is the greatest Mom in the world! There will be three general winners in each division shown below. All winners will be contacted by Monday, April 24. 

The Vandalia Parks and Recreation Department will hos...

Inclusive Pickleball Time

NEW! We opened gym time for drop-in inclusive pickleball! This program is for individuals who have developmental disabilities. Paddles and balls will be provided for participants and registration is not required. Participants can bring their own paddles.&...

Adult Easter Egg Hunt

Friday, March 31, 8:00 PM

Time for the adults to relive their childhood egg hunt! Eggs will contain candy, raffle tickets, and gift cards and after the egg hunt is over, everyone will meet back in the VRC Gymnasium to count eggs and begin the raffle. Parti...

Healthy Habits w/ Bethany

Practical Tips for Improving Your Sleep

Almost everyone knows what it’s like to struggle to fall or stay asleep, and the havoc this can wreak on our health. But most people don’t realize that there are simple, low-cost things you can do...

Underwater Easter Egg Hunt

Saturday, April 1, 10:00 AM

All egg hunters welcome! Come on out and search for eggs and turn in eggs for candy and prizes! You can stay and enjoy open swim after hunts are complete. Participants must be able to swim and/or must be accompanied by an adult....

Food Science w/ Eat Pretty Darling

Saturday, April 15, 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Turn into a scientist by trying some fun food experiments. See what happens when common kitchen ingredients are mixed together. We will make color changing lemonade! 

Activity Number: 110003-00 

Ages:...

Earth Day Nature Party

Wednesday, April 19, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Come out and learn about Earth Day! We will make Earth Day themed crafts and make a nature themed treat to eat or take home! 

Activity Number: 110030-00 

Ages: 2 - 5 years old 

Fee: $10 Residen...

Earth Day Terrariums

Friday, April 21, 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Come out and celebrate Earth Day with us! Kids will learn the characteristics of a terrarium and will make their own terrarium! 

Activity Number: 120022-00 

Ages: 6 - 12 years old 

Fee: $15 Reside...

Pokémon Playtime

Monday, April 24, 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM

Come out and enjoy a Pokémon filled time! Your child can bring in their phone, cards, Switch, or other mobile gaming system and we will battle and trade Pokémon with each other! 

Activity Nu...

Cookies & Cake w/ Eat Pretty Darling

Tuesday, April 25, 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Turn into the ultimate baker by learning the basics of baking. We will make oatmeal chocolate chip cookies and vanilla cupcakes with buttercream. 

Activity Number: 121001-00 

Ages: 6 - 12 years old&n...

Cupcakes & Canvases w/ The Purple Paintbrush

Tuesday, May 2, 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Spend an extra sweet evening in the park with cupcakes and canvas painting! A handful of sweet treat themed designs will be available with easy to use stencils, however painters are encouraged to make it their own! Helpful...

Art Park Opening Day

Saturday, June 3, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Come out to Vandalia Art Park and check out the new sculpture exhibits and enjoy art opportunities! There will be two new sculpture displays; the Humanity Memorial Project and the Triad Technologies Project. To add on t...

The Bridge Live! Music Performance at Art Park

Thursday, June 15, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Mary & Glenn now produce their own show... The Bridge Live! In this show, the music flows from the stage featuring Mary’s amazing vocal talents, covering so many different vocal styles, male and female, wh...

Vandalia Parks & Recreation Youth Scholarship Fund

The Vandalia Parks and Recreation Department administers a Youth Scholarship Fund for Vandalia-Butler students who may need financial assistance to access programs such as Youth Sports Athletic Leagues, CampRec Summer Camp, and a Youth Membership at the V...

Evening Drop-In Pickleball

Bring a group of friends and come out to the VRC to play some pickleball!  *Bring your own paddle!

Tuesdays 6:45 PM - 9:45 PM

Fees:  $3 Drop-In / Free for VRC Members  (Senior Punch Cards Not Accepted)

Ages:  18 and Up

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Food Truck Wednesdays

Wednesdays from 11:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Stop by the Vandalia Recreation Center during the summer for Food Truck Wednesday! We will have a different food truck out each week for you to enjoy. 

Wednesday, June 7 = Thai 1 On 

Wednesday, June 14 = S...

Foam Party Friday w/ Freedom Fun USA

Friday, July 7, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM

Bring your kids out to the Vandalia Sports Complex for Foam Party Friday! We will have a foam pit and other games for kids to enjoy. FREE to attend. Lazy Baker Pizza Maker food truck will be on-site to serve lunch.&nb...

Ludlow Creek - Music Performance at Art Park

Thursday, August 17, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Ludlow Creek is a group of 5 close friends and accomplished musicians who love to create and perform music. Tapping into their strong bond of friendship and utilizing an array of instrumentation - including both acous...

Boogie Woogie Kid - Music Performance at Art Park

Thursday, September 21, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Join Matthew Ball aka The Boogie Woogie Kid for this family music event of toe-tappin American Songbook favorites from New Orleans and the Swing Dance Era. Matthew plays hits like In The Mood, It Had to be You, Geo...

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VRC Swim Lessons

The VRC offers swim lessons year round!  We have group lessons for all ages and skill levels.  We also offer adult and private lessons!  Visit https://vrc.coursestorm.com/ to register today!