The City of St Joseph invites you to join them as they celebrate the completion of the new REC Center.

An open house is scheduled this Saturday, July 7, 2012, from 10am – 1pm. A ribbon cutting will be held at 11:30am.

Residents can tour the REC Center, watch a zumba and kickboxing demonstration, catch a volleyball match and a game or two of basketball. A balloon artist will make fun balloon art for the kids. You can buy a hot dog and soda for $1. A free pedometer will be given to the first two hundred attendees.

The REC Center has three gyms, indoor elevated walking track, community room, and a full service fitness center offering a variety of weight training and cardio equipment. A variety of exercise programming will be offered. Private rentals and party packages are also available. Volleyball and basketball leagues will be formed.

While at the open house, you can obtain information about the programs offered at the REC Center and sign up for a membership.

The REC Center is funded through the Capital Improvements Program (CIP) with some amenities provided through private donations.

The Center will officially open on July 12. For more information about programs offered and memberships, please call 271.5512