The Delphi Parks and Summer Recreational Program kicked off the summer with a bevy of programs to suit every taste and desire. According to parks superintendent Dick Farrer, the programs were designed to be attractive to a wide range of interests for youth.

"We wanted to engage as many participants as we could," Farrer told the Comet Friday. "We took some time to develop the schedule of events to have something that would appeal to just about everyone."

And if that weren't enough, the parks department wants input from Comet readers about what programs they would most like to see. A survey to solicit opinions can be found on page 6A of this paper. Readers are asked to complete the survey and return it to the city building in order to help the parks board more fully understand what the community wants and expects of the summer recreational program.

This year's programs, at Riley Park, include: Tennis Camp June 9-13

For kindergarten to third grade from 9 to 10 a.m. and from 10 to 11 for fourth through seventh-graders. Students will learn the rules of the game, techniques and strategies. All levels welcome. Bring racquets if possible. Balls are provided. Golf Camp June 2-6

Join High School golf coach Bob Tyner on the Carroll County Country Club driving range from 9 to 10 a.m. for third through fifthgraders and 10 to 11 for sixth through eighth. Learn stance, swing and how to improve the game. Bring clubs if possible.

Junior Golf League

Middle School students can join Rob Roth and Bob Tyner every Monday beginning June 2 through Aug. 11 at the Carroll Country Club from 4 to 6:30 p.m. No charge for a Junior Club member or a member of the Country Club. There is a fee for non-members. This is for both boys and girls. All levels welcome and bring clubs. Balls are provided. Gymnastics Camp June 2-6

Beginning gymnastic skills, held at Delphi Elementary from 1:30 to 2:30 p.m. for five to nine-year-old youth and 2:30 to 3:30 for 10-year-olds and older. Conservation Camp June 26

Join Conservation officer Rhonda Hicks from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Deer Creek for a day of fishing and many more fun experiences in the water. Bring a sack lunch and drink. Watercolor Workshop June 19

Spend the morning with Sherri Cripe learning the basics of watercolor painting from 9 to 10 for students kindergarten through grade three and from 10 to noon for students in third through seventh grades.

Bubble Art (June 18)

Join Sherri Cripe at Riley Park from 10 to 11 a.m. to learn about the art of bubbles.

Wear swimsuits and prepare to get messy. Frisbee Dog June 24

Riley Park at 6 p.m. Watch a trained dog catch Frisbees and learn how to teach your dog to retrieve. Free gifts will be given to children in attendance. Bicycle Rodeo June 14

Join us at Riley Park to learn bicycle safety from 9 to 11 a.m. Trade in an old bicycle helmet and register to win a free bicycle. Tropicanoe Cove June 20 and June 27

Take the trolley to Lafayette's water park. Bring sunscreen, towels, entrance fee and money for snacks. For third through seventh-graders unless accompanied by an adult. Canoeing w/ Mayor Strasser June 17

Spend an afternoon with the mayor canoeing down the Tippecanoe River. This trip is for fifth-grade through seventh. Additional information will be sent following registration.

"We really want the community to come out and take advantage of our programs this summer," Farrer concluded. "We are going to have a whole lot of fun and do some learning too!"

All questions should be directed to Farrer at the parks department, 201 S. Union St., Delphi, by telephone at (765) 564-5127 or E-mail at park@cityofdelphi.org.