NEW REC GUIDE: A new drop-in fitness and aquatics schedule begins today, with a number of new fitness classes being offered. There are also some minor changes to Child Watch hours, plus the return of the Game Room one evening per week. Please make sure to look it over and refer members to the new schedule as needed.
FALL 1 PROGRAM SESSION BEGINS: This week is the start of the Fall 1 program session. With a significant amount of classes being added this session, there will likely be new participants and families in the building. Please remember our Customer Service keys to provide all of them with Green Dot moments!
FLU SHOT CLINIC: Spectrum Health’s More Life Más Vida program is hosting a drive-through flu shot clinic at the Kroc Center this coming Wednesday, September 15 from 4-8PM. Kroc Krew members and their families (kids must be age 5 and up) are welcome to participate if desired. Please call 616.391.8943 to register in advance, and you are asked to bring your health insurance card if you have one.
FREE BASKETBALL CLINIC: The Grand Rapids Gold (the new team nickname of the Grand Rapids Drive) will be holding a “Back to Basketball” event on the outdoor basketball courts at the Kroc Center this Thursday, September 16 from 5:30 to 7:30pm. A limited number of spaces are available for the free event for kids ages 8-14. Registration is available at https://bit.ly/3tvrz7z.
REMINDERS OF THE WEEK: Here are some of the topics you can expect to be covered at daily morning and afternoon huddle meetings…
- CUSTOMER SERVICE FOCUS: KEY #4: Appearance – We strive to be ready to serve our guests through presentation & cleanliness.
- SAFETY: Radio codes play an important role in helping us respond to emergency situations. Do you know what to do when you hear “Code 9,” “Code Adam,” or other codes?
- CORE VALUE: We value authentic relationships. The Kroc Center pursues personal connections that promote holistic wellness in an environment of security and significance.
OPEN POSITIONS: Visit the Central Territory’s iCIMS system for all job postings and to submit applications online. We appreciate you sharing opportunities with friends and family! Current openings include: Lifeguard; Welcome Desk Lead (Full or Part Time); Operations Administrative Assistant; Group Exercise Instructor.
Send an email to RJ Kroc if you see someone going above and beyond for our guests! Here are some recent examples:
- Pool supervisor Lesley Greene provided extra guidance (and a foam noodle to help with balance) to an older adult who needed assistance in the Aquatics Center.
Here are some of the upcoming events and groups at the Kroc Center:
- Grand Rapids Gold, Thursday 9/16, 5:30-7:30pm, Outdoor courts
- Salvation Army Grand Rapids Advisory Board, Friday 9/17, 11am-1:30pm, Fireside C
- Soccer Field Rental, Friday 9/17, 7-9pm
- AYSO on Soccer Fields – Monday evening, Thursday evening, Saturday morning
Be sure to wish a Happy Birthday to our Kroc Krew colleagues:
- Aaran Bush – September 21
- Nancy Showers – September 22
- Chris Reinsma – September 23
- Eddie Acker – September 24
- Victoria Stedman – September 26
- Jessica Viau – September 27
- Ben Tuit – September 28
- Paul Wood – September 28
