(9-12) 2012 fall activities guide

Fall 2012Registration Opens - August 15, 2012!

ACTIVITIES GUIDESeptember - December 2012

• www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation •

Takoma Park Recreation Department

�Registration begins August 15, �01�

WELCOME

Fall - back to school, back to work, back to recreation classes! Back to after-school programs, teen and senior drop-ins, sports, and harvesting our youth community garden. We strive for programs that connect you to our diverse community, whoever you are.

Takoma Park Recreation Department -- it’s so much more than sports, it’s FUN!

Jay Keller, Chair & Cindy Dyballa, Vice Chair

Jay Keller- Chair, Cindy Dyballa- Vice ChairAbraham Coleman, Carolyn Leary Bobb

Cherwanda Oliver, Christopher KingHoward Kohn, Jane Hurst

Jen Wofford, Pat RumbaughPeter Munger, Ray Scannell, Sharon Reed

Spotlight on our PartnersVictor Goodman has been a business owner in the Takoma Park community for over 3� years. His business has served thousands of people and still going strong. He is very grateful for the community support that has lead to his successful career. He has chosen to give back to the community through helping the Recreation Department. “I realize that my kids and grandkids are very fortunate and I am fortunate to be able to give back.” Victor has chosen the Recreation De-partment because of all the kids we service and he acknowledges they are our future. Victor is the owner of G&G Pawnbrokers, Inc on University Boulevard in Takoma Park. The Recreation Depart-ment would like to thank Victor for his generous contribution and assistance to the Recreation Department Teen Program.

Welcome To Our New Assistant Director Debby Huffman joined the Takoma Park Recreation Department’s team in early June. She has 13 years of pro-gressive experience in the recreation field working for the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Com-mission, Prince George’s County. In addition to her years of service, she has both her undergraduate and Master’s Degrees in Parks and Recreation Administration. She has been an active member of the state and national parks and recreation as-sociations since the beginning of her career. She is excited about the opportunity to work with dedicated department staff and a community and City Council that has a strong commitment to recreation. Debby has a passion for the recreation field and enjoys providing services and programs for all ages. “I am excited to continue to offer a variety of programs to the wonderful people of Takoma Park and I enjoy hearing suggestions from the citizens.”

Debby Huffman

“Building Community Through Recreation”

Online Registration: www.activenet.active.com/takomaparkrecreation

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www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation

City of Takoma Park,

Recreation Department7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD. 20912P: 301-891-7290F: 301-270-4094

Office Hours:Monday - Friday8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

PartnershipsThe Takoma Park Recre-ation Department has for-mal partnerships estab-lished with neighborhood, community, business and not-for-profit organiza-tions. These partnerships allow our department to leverage resources and generate citywide interest and support for our sys-tem facilities, programs and events. We appreci-ate your support!

VolunteersVolunteers assist with: coaching, such as the Winter Basketball League; special events, such as the annual Halloween Event; instruction, such as the Senior Bone Builders class, and in many other capaci-ties. For volunteer oppor-tunies please contact the Takoma Park Recreation Department or check out our volunteer section in this brochure.

Recreation Team

Our Mission: To strengthen our community through providing recreation programs, services (broadly defined) and facilities to city residents that emphasize a healthy lifestyle, physical well-being, personal development, citizen involvement, integration of differing cultural and economic communities, and fun.

Eric RaschManager for Facilities

301-891-7��[email protected]

Gregory ClarkRecreation Director


Leicia MonfortTeen Programs301-891-7�83

[email protected]

John WebsterRecreation Center

301-891-7�[email protected]

Dana JacksonBefore & After Care Programs


Lew McAllisterYouth Programs & Classes


Paula LisowskiSenior Programs


WELCOME

Debby HuffmanAssistant Recreation Director


Hazel HodgsonAdministrative Assistant


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Community Center 2012 Holiday Closures

The Community Center, Recreation Center, and Computer Learning Lab

will be closed for the following holidays:

Labor Day(Sept. 1 - 3, 2012)

Veterans Day(Nov. 12, 2012)

Thanksgiving(Nov. 22 - 25, 2012)

Christmas(Dec. 25, 2012)

New Years Day(Jan. 1, 2013)

Program Listing SectionsRecreation Committee..................................................2Recreation Team...........................................................3Online Registration & Policies.......................................5Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue......................6Rental Information........................................................7Recreation Center, 7315 New Hampshire Avenue........8Special Events...............................................................9 Tots......................................................................10 - 11Youth...................................................................12 - 16Teens...................................................................17 - 18Multi Media................................................................19Adults..................................................................20 - 27Seniors.................................................................28 - 31Sports..................................................................32 - 34Partners.......................................................................35Dog Classes................................................................36 Parks and Permits........................................................37Volunteer Opportunities.............................................38Scholarships................................................................39Registration Form.......................................................40

Heffner Park Community Center 42 Oswego AvenueTakoma Park Elementary School 7511 Holly AvenuePiney Branch Elementary School 7510 Maple AvenueTakoma Park Middle School 7611 Piney Branch RoadHodges Field (behind T.P. Elementary School) 7511 Holly AvenueBelle Ziegler Park (formally Jequie Park) Takoma Avenue & Albany Avenue*Ed Wilhelm Field (behind Piney Branch Elementary School) Recently opened - come visit!

Other Program Locations

Inclement weather line:(301) 891-7101 ext. 5605 for cancellations

City TV:Cable station

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The City of Takoma Park is committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to fully participate in public meetings and programs. Anyone planning to attend a Takoma Park City or Recreation event or program and wishes to receive auxiliary aids, services, or accommodations is invited to contact the Recreation Department at 301-891-7290, at least two (2) weeks in advance if possible, at the telephone number listed or through the Maryland Relay Service (1-800-735-2258 TTY/Voice).


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* Registrants assume the risk of changes in personal affairs or health.

* Refunds will be approved with written/electronic notifica-tion received seven working days prior to scheduled start of program. A $15.00 administrative fee will be deducted from the total refund and may take up to 30 days to receive.

* Registrant may choose to receive a credit for the remain-ing amount which may be used for another program. Credits MUST be used by June 30. 2013. After that time the credit will be forfeited. Credits cannot be trans-ferred.

* Refunds after the program has begun will be considered only with medical verification (No Exception). No refund after the program has ended.

* In the event that a program has more interest than avail-able space, we will keep a waiting list. Individuals on the waiting list will be accommodated on a first-come, first-served basis. In the event that another class is created, individuals from the waiting list will be contacted.

* The City of Takoma Park Recreation Department imple-ments the following late pick-up policy for all program participants. A fee of $10.00 will be assessed for every 15 minutes after the scheduled pick-up time for each par-ticipant up to 1 hour or for a total of $40. Payment must be in cash at the time of pick-up and paid directly to the staff member assigned. One hour after the scheduled pick-up time, program staff will bring your child to the Takoma Park Police Department, where parent or guard-ian can pick-up their child.

* The Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel any program/class due to insufficient enrollment or to substitute teachers without participant notification.

* Classes will be canceled on school holidays, vacations, snow days or any other dates noted in the guide. If schools close midday due to a weather or other emer-gency, children’s classes will also be canceled. Every at-tempt will be made to reschedule classes canceled due to weather emergencies, but refunds cannot be guaran-teed.

* A resident of Takoma Park is any person who lives within the 2.8 square mile corporate limits. A nonresident lives outside the corporate limits. If you are not sure of your residency status, please call us and we will be happy to assist you.

Wait List Policy

Registration Policies

Refund Policy (Please read carefully)

Late Policy

With ActiveNet® you can use a credit card to:

Instructions for *Online Registration*

You can still register via mail or walk in: Takoma Park Recreation Department7500 Maple AvenueTakoma Park, MD 20912

Make checks or money orders payable to: • City of Takoma Park• Please list ‘program name’ and ‘participants name’ on front of check

• Register for recreation classes 24 hours a day, 7 days a week!

• Reserve a park or recreation facility for an event.• Receive class confirmation via e-mail.• View and print class schedules.• Purchase memberships to Game Room, Teen Room,

Gym, and Weight Room.

1. Access www.activenet.active.com/takomaparkrecreation and click on the “Registration” link.

2. Click “Request account”.3. Fill out all necessary information, making sure to fill out all

spaces marked with an asterisk.4. Click “Submit” or enter other family members into

system at this time.5. Open your e-mail to find your approval letter. Click on link to be

redirected to site to register.6. Next click on “View activities”. Use search criteria to locate

the class you want to register for.7. Choose the class you desire. Make sure you select the cor-

rect session (if applicable).8. Review class information scroll down and click

“Add to my cart”.9. Choose the participant who is registering for the class.

Then click “Continue”.10. Double check you are registering for the right class and

click “Continue” to checkout.11. Choose your payment type, enter credit card number,

the security code on back of card, select the expiration date, check the box indicating that you have read the ‘Terms of Use’ and click “Continue”.

12. Print receipt for your records.

If you are having trouble registering, or if you have ques-tions concerning classes, please call (301) 891-7290 or e-mail us at [email protected]

Get in the game and help us go green!Register online!

REGISTRATION

Online Registration:www.activenet.active.com/takomaparkrecreation

Registration begins August 15, 2012


Hours of Operation

Monday - Thursday -------8:30 AM - 9:30 PMFriday ---------------------8:30 AM - 10:00 PMSaturday ------------------10:00 AM - 6:00 PMSunday --------------------------------------Closed

Your community center has something for everyone...

Come and take a look today!

Auditorium:• 154 fixed chairs• room for six (6) wheelchairs• a row of seven (7) fixed chairs can be removed• food and beverage not permitted

Dance Studioa large studio with mirrors and wood floor• no street shoes on dance floor

Art Roommany forms of medium are used in this space• the art room, kiln, and easels are available to stu-dents enrolled in classes• not available for rentals

Public Access ComputersMonday - Friday....................... 2:00 - 8:00 PMSaturday................................... 2:00 - 6:00 PM

Computer Learning Center:• two rooms• 10 workstations• internet• word-processing• graphics software (and more...)• In all rooms you can print files or save them to USB drive, floppy or CD.

One room is for users who need absolute quiet for online exams, writing resumes and the like.

Gentle conversation, cell phones, and two-person work groups are permitted in the other room where staff as-sistance is also available.

A valid Takoma Park library card is necessary.

Four additional stations are located in the library for those doing reference work and another four can be accessed in the senior room by people 55 and older.

COMMUNITY CENTERTakoma Park Community Center

7500 Maple Avenue Takoma Park, MD 20912

Phone: 301-891-7100

Teen Room (13 - 17 yrs)Hours vary by time of year.• a teen only space!• x-box• large screen tv• area for socializing• membership required

Multi Media LabRecently opened in the Takoma Park Community Center, our educational studio features state-of-the-art video and recording equipment and instructional courses designed to accommodate new aspiring au-dio/ video engineers, to intermediate level students that want to hone their skills.

((( Free WiFi )))

Senior Room (55+ yrs)Monday - Friday....................... 2:00 - 8:00 PMSaturday................................... 2:00 - 6:00 PM• comfortable funishings and relaxed atmosphere to socialize or read.• 4 computers available for seniors (55+)• several programs are held in the senior room• room is for seniors 55+ only

Game Room (6 - 18 yrs)Hours vary by age and time of year.Features:• ping pong tables• pool tables• foosball tables• basketball arcade-style game• air hockey arcade-style game• membership required


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Hourly Rental RatesHours and rates are subject to change.

Meetings • Classes • Rentals • Parties

Auditorium(capacity 154)

The Auditorium is LEED-CI Silver Certified and has 154 fixed seats with two aisles and room for six wheel chairs. The floating wood stage is approximately 18 inches off the floor and 30 feet wide and 19 feet deep at the center.

This environmentally friendly space has state of the art lighting system with colored LED washes, sound system with two wireless microphones and connections for up to ten wired microphones. The presentation system has a six foot by eleven foot projection screen in the center of the stage and two small screens on either side of stage.

Fee for staffing outside of normal hours of operation or specialized AV services and for extraordinary maintenance demands or required security. Insurance is required.

For more information about renting the Auditorium or to inquire about nonprofit organization rentals, please contact Sara Daines 301-891-7224 or e-mail [email protected]

How to rent a space1. Fill out a ‘Facility Use Application’ available at Takoma Park Recreation Department (7500 Maple Avenue)

2. Sign the form and submit a check: - $50 refundable deposit (if required) - $ Total Rental Amount

3. Submit to Recreation Department (7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912)

ORRequest a space with a credit card from our web site at: activenet.active.com/takomaparkrecreation

Small Meeting Rooms Large Meeting Rooms

• Rose Room (capacity 12 w tables. 17 w/o tables)

• Lilac Room (capacity 20 w tables. 25 w/o tables)

• Hydrangea Room (capacity 25 w tables. 29 w/o tables)

• Azalea Room (capacity 50 w tables. 66 w/o tables)

• Heffner Park Community Center* Located at 42 Oswego Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912

(capacity 45 w tables. 50 w/o tables)

Takoma Park Resident ----------------------$15 p/hNon-Resident -------------------------------- $40 p/hCommercial ---------------------------------- $60 p/h

Takoma Park Resident --------------------$25 p/hNon-Resident ------------------------------ $50 p/hCommercial -------------------------------- $70 p/h

*$50 refundable deposit required for Heffner Park C.C. and for events with 50 or more people.

RENTAL INFORMATION


Time to get in shape!The Takoma Park Recreation Center is convienently located at 7315 New Hampshire Avenue, and features:• dumbbells (ranging in weight from 5 lbs. to 60 lbs.)• stair climbers• elliptical• upright bikes• recumbent bikes• treadmills• leg curling machine• leg extension machine• incline bench• flat bench• and more...

Membership FeesRecreation Center General (1 Year)

Adult (18+ yrs)....................................$35Teen (13 - 17 yrs)................................$10Youth (5 - 12 yrs)..................................$5

Weight Room Fees

Adult (6 months).................................$65Adult (1 year).....................................$100

Exercise / Weight Room

*Fall Hours*Monday - Friday...........2:30 PM - 9:00 PMSaturday.....................9:00 AM - 5:00 PMSunday.............................................Closed

Hourly Rental Information

Gym* (capacity 294)Montgomery County Resident......................$30Commercial...................................................$70

Meeting Room - BACK (capacity 40)Montgomery County Resident.....................$15Commercial................................................$60

Meeting Room - FRONT (capacity 30)Montgomery County Resident.....................$15Commercial................................................$60

Call 301-891-7289 for availability.*$50 security deposit required check or money order only.

Adult Open Gym (18 + yrs)Wednesdays• 8:15 - 9:00 p.m.

For more information on these programs look through this guide...- Futsal- Double Dutch- Chess- Suto Dance- Ladies Cardio/Sculpting Aerobics- Jazzercise- Zumba - Karate Self-defense Club- Cardio Kickboxing- Pilates- Tai Chi

Takoma Park Recreation Center7315 New Hampshire Avenue

Takoma Park, MD 20912Phone: 301-891-7289

The Recreation Center can be described as a hidden gem. Once inside you’ll discover that it has a basketball gym, cardio-room, weight-room, community programs, and fantastic staff.

Please stop by and discover it for yourself!

RECREATION CENTER

Co-sponsored by the Montgomery County Department of Recreation.All program days and times are subject to change.

A great place to

get fit!

Youth ProgramsNew, fun, and exciting youth programs take place daily in the Recreation Center.

For more information on these programs visit the Recreation Center - and the friendly staff!


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www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation SPECIAL EVENTS

TAKOMA PARK DAY OF PLAYTakoma Plays! Invites everyone to our fourth annual Play Day on Saturday, September 22, 2012 at the Takoma Park Middle School from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Many of the popular events will be back and we will have some fun new activities. Bring your family and friends to play! For more information go to www.takomaplays.org *This free event takes place rain or shine.*

Teens and adults may volunteer any time between 9:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. For more information and to find a list of activities, visit Takoma Plays! website: takomaplays.org

Play Day is sponsored by Takoma Plays!, a group of local volunteers who encourage everyone to play. Takoma Park has been named Playful City USA by KaBoom.org and our annual Play Day is one reason why. For more information about Takoma Plays! or Play Day, contact Pat Rumbaugh, the Play Lady, at [email protected].

Annual Halloween Costume ContestThe FREAKS come out in the afternoon. Get all decked out and strut your stuff. Categories include most original, funniest, and scariest. Ages 2 and under; 3 - 4; 5 - 7; 8 - 10; 11 - 12; Teen and Adult; and Overall group cat-egory. Join in the Fun!

Saturday, October 27 at 5:00 p.m.Intersection of Carroll and Laurel Avenues, Old Town Takoma Park

Halloween ParadeAll are welcome to participate in this walking parade. Follow the Takoma Park Fire Department Fire Truck as it escorts you down the parade route. Beginning at Carroll and Laurel Avenues, following Carroll Avenue to Fire House, left onto Philadelphia Avenue and ending at Piney Branch Elementary School.

Saturday, October 27 Approximately 5:45 p.m.(Immediately following the Costume Contest)

Halloween Award CeremonyJoin us for refreshments, sponsored by the Takoma Park Lions Club, at Piney Branch Elementary School, Multipurpose Room, following the Halloween Parade. A musical performance spon-sored by the Recreation Department is suitable for all ages.

Saturday, October 27Approximately 6:15 p.m.(Immediately following the parade)

Piney Branch Elementary School, 7510 Maple Avenue


Kindermusik was developed in the United States over 30 years ago and developed from a program in Germany. It is taught worldwide and is based on the early childhood musical founda-tions of Kodaly, Suzuki, Orff, and more. Becky Linafelt received her Kindermusik teaching license in 2003 and is proud to be part of the Takoma Park community as a mom and an educator. She is a member of the Early Childhood Music and Movement Association

(ECMMA), the National Association for the Education of Young Children (NAEYC), and the Maryland Music

Teachers Association (MMTA). REGISTER ONLINE AT www.kmwithbecky.kindermusik.net

TOTS

Kindermusik – Village (Hickory, Dickory, Tickle, and Bounce)Newborn – 17 monthsVillage classes are designed for lap babies, crawlers and walkers, ages newborn through 17 months. Through a unique blend of multi-level activities that include creative movement, vocal play, object and instrument exploration, and a colorful literature component, your baby’s growth and development are stimulated and all senses are engaged. Home materials fee of $30 included in registration fee. Materials include a home CD, instrument, board book, and banner. Maximum 12, Minimum 4. Ten weeks. Prices include required $30 home material fee.

Wednesdays 12:00 – 12:45 p.m.or

Thursdays 8:30 – 9:15 a.m.

September 12 – November 14 September 13 – November 15

Heffner Park Community Center, 42 Oswego Ave. T.P. City Residents : $150.00 Non-Residents: $180.00

Kindermusik – Our Time (Fiddle-Dee-Dee)18 months – 3 ½ yrsOur Time classes encourage toddlers to uncover an engaging musical world while building confidence, self-control, and communication skills. Singing, imitating sounds, rhyming and object identification foster language skills while creative movement to various musical “moods” develops a sense of balance, timing and spatial awareness. Listening and turn-taking encourage blossoming social skills. Home materials fee of $50 included in registration fee. Materials include two literature books, an instrument, double CD, and a family activity book. Maximum 12, Minimum 5. Thirteen weeks. Prices include required $50 home material fee.

Option 1 Option 2 Option 3

September 12 – December 12Wednesdays, 9:30 – 10:15 a.m.

orWednesdays, 10:30 – 11:15 a.m.

September 13 – December 13Thursdays, 1:30 – 2:15 p.m.

September 15 – December 15Saturdays, 9:00 – 9:45 a.m.

Heffner Park Community Center, 42 Oswego Ave. T.P. City Residents: $210.00 Non-Residents: $240.00

Kindermusik – Imagine That (Cities: Busy Places, Friendly Faces)3 – 5 yrsImagine that classes take the preschool age child on a journey of discovery and exploration – a journey limited only by the power of imagination. Pretend play activities are integrated with music, vocal development, storytelling, movement and literature to capture the preschoolers potential to learn and to encourage cognitive and literacy skills, creativity and indi-viduality. In cities, we explore the wonderful, magical, whimsical world of the city. Parents/caregivers/siblings join us for the last 10 minutes of class time. Home materials fee of $50 (included in registration cost) includes double CD, instrument, activity book and two literature books. Max. 8, Min. 4. Thirteen weeks. Prices include required $50 home material fee.

Thursdays 4:00 – 4:45 p.m.September 13 – December 13 or Saturdays 11:00 – 11:45 a.m.

September 15 – December 15

Heffner Park Community Center, 42 Oswego Ave. T.P. City Residents: $230.00 Non-Residents: $260.00


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Let’s Pretend2 ½ – 5 yrsPreschoolers love to exercise their imaginations through pretend play. Let’s Pretend class members will develop this natural creative behavior through dramatic readings, improve sensory exploration, physical experimentation, imagination exercis-es, singing/movement, props and games. We will warm up (like real actors), read a story, engage in exercises & experiments based on the story, and finally perform the story. Instructor Gretchen Doughty. Max. 12, Minimum 5. Eight weeks.

Auditorium, Takoma Park Community Center

Thursdays 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. T.P. City Residents $110.00September 20 – November 8, 2012 Non-Residents $130.00

Creative Movement3 – 4 yrsCreative Movement for 3 and 4 year olds is designed to create a fun environment where kids will learn body awareness, bal-ance, a sense of rhythm, concentration and gross motor skills. Children will also learn to follow directions and be a part of a group. Each session will begin with stretching and warming up individual body parts starting with the toes and moving up to the neck and head. The class will then move into locomotion activities such as skipping, galloping, marching and dancing. Props such as scarves, shakers and even a teacher’s magic wand will be used to keep the class fun. Self-expression will be encouraged. Instructor Adrienne Tilton. Maximum 12, Minimum 6. Twelve weeks.

Azalea Room, Takoma Park Community Center

Tuesdays 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. T.P. City Residents $120.00September 11 – November 27, 2012 Non-Residents $140.00

Move with Me18 mo. – 2 ½ yrsMove with Me offers a chance for a child and parent or adult caregiver to have fun moving together in a fun setting. Each class will begin with simple warm up activities. Music and props such as scarves and shakers will be used to explore creative expression. Children will develop a sense of body awareness and rhythm. Adults accompanying children in this class can be a parent, grandparent or child care provider. Instructor Adrienne Tilton. Max. 12, Minimum 6. Twelve weeks.


Wednesdays 9:30 – 10:15 a.m. T.P. City Residents $120.00September 12 – November 28, 2012 Non-Residents $140.00

TOTSKindermusik – Family Time (Here, There and Everywhere)Baby – 6 yrs.Family Time is Kindermusik’s version of the one-room school house. Bringing children of all ages together provides a dynamic and integrated learning experience for everyone. Families with one child or multiple children are welcome to attend. Sibling discount offered for enrollment of multiple children. One $50 home materials kit per family included in registration fee. Home materials include two instruments, two books, family activity guide, and double CD. Max. 12, Min. 5. Thirteen weeks. Prices include required $50 home material fee.

Heffner Park Community Center, 42 Oswego Ave.

Thursdays 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.September 13 – November 13

or Saturdays 10:00 – 10:45 a.m.September 15 – November 15

T.P. City Residents, first child $210 Non-Residents, first child $240Each additional child $70 Each additional child $90

*Register for all Kindermusik classes

with Becky Linafelt*

To Register for Kindermusik® please visit:

www.kmwithbecky.kindermusik.net or call Becky at 240-353-9637

Becky has been named a Maestro Teacher by Kindermusik International,

the world’s leading publisher of music and movement programs.

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YOUTH

Afternoon AdditionAges 5 - 12Emphasis is on providing leisure and recreation pro-grams utilizing our facilities to include but not lim-ited to the computer learning center, dance studio, art room, game room, athletic fields, library and more. We have some exciting activities planned this year including: drama, music, art, special guests, sports, field trips, study time and playtime that will enlighten, empower and enrich minds and imagi-nations. For information please call Dana Jackson at 301-891-7281. Enroll today, space is limited.


August 27, 2012 - June 14, 2013

Monday – Friday3:30 - 6:30 p.m. on full days 1:00 - 6:30 p.m. on early release days

T.P. City Residents $1950Non-Residents $2450*Payments are broken down into ten (10) monthly payments per child per month. The first two month’s payments are due at the time of registration; this will include August and September.

Morning and Afternoon AdditionA discount will be offered to those who register for both Morning and Afternoon Addition.

T.P. City Residents $2700Non-Residents $3300

*Payments are broken down into ten (10) monthly payments per child per month. The first two month’s payments are due at the time of registration; this will include August and Sep-tember.

*Once you are registered and payment has been made, the following forms must be completed BEFORE your child can attend the program: Behavior Code Agreement, Medical Release, Authorization for Medication and Authorization for Pick up. All of these forms can be found online at www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation.

*On half days of school, the After School Program will be open from 1 - 6:30 p.m. The Recreation Department provides Fun Day Programs on half days and some holidays for an additional fee.

*The Morning and Afternoon Addition will not operate on the days schools are closed: holidays or other school closings (including inclement weather, professional days, winter or spring breaks or school emergency closings).

*Recreation Staff will escort children who attend Takoma Park Elementary School and Piney Branch Elementary School to and from Takoma Park Community Center on whole and half days.

Morning Addition Ages 5 - 11This before-school program is designed for those families that need early morning options before the school day starts. Staff will be available to pro-vide informal recreation activities and will escort participants to Takoma Park Elementary School and Piney Branch Elementary School. Children will also have time for homework assignments, breakfast (not provided) or prepare for their day at school. For more information please call Dana Jackson at 301-891-7281.


August 27, 2012 - June 14, 2013

Monday - Friday 7:00 - 9:00 a.m.


*Payments are broken down into ten (10) monthly payments per child per month. The first two month’s payments are due at the time of registration; this will include August and September.

Registration for Morning Addition and Afternoon Addition began on July 16, �01�.

Register today! Don’t miss out!


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www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation YOUTH

Taekwondo5 yrs. and OlderStudents will learn how to defend themselves and their families and friends using the traditional martial art of Taekwondo, Korean martial arts. The art involves learning combat skills, sports, fitness, self-defense, self cultivation (meditation) mental discipline, character development and building self-confidence. Instruc-tor Felix Lindeire Maximum 30, Minimum 15 weeks.

Dance Studio, Takoma Park Community Center

Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.September 12 – December 29, 2012orSaturdays 1:00 – 2:00 p.m.September 15 – December 22, 2012

T.P. City Residents $140.00Non- Residents $160.00

Game Room6 - 18 yrs.Come join your friends for some great games and cool features including:

• ping pong tables• pool tables• foosball tables• basketball arcade-style game• air hockey arcade-style game• membership required

This is available to kids ages 6 -18 and the hours vary depending upon the time of year. A par-ent/legal guardian must give consent for child to participate by signing a permission form com-plete with rules and code of conduct, which is to be signed by the participant also. Member-ship is $5/year. The room is supervised by Recre-ation Department staff and is available on a drop-in basis.

Game Room School Year Hours*6 - 18 yrs.

Monday - Friday2:00 - 5:30 p.m.6:30 - 9:00 p.m.

Saturday12:00 - 5:30 p.m.

*Recreation Department has the right to change hours for programming needs.

Kung Fu4 - 16 yrsThis ancient form of self-defense provides physical and mental exercise which could help the students defend themselves by strengthening hand eye co-ordination. The student will gain physical fitness, mental and spiritual strength. There is a onetime, non-refundable, fee of $50 paid to the instructor at the first day of class for uniforms. Instructor Master Thompson. Maximum 15, Minimum 2. Ten weeks.


Saturdays Sept. 15 – November 17, 2012

Beginners 10:15 – 11:15 a.m.Advanced 11:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.

T.P. City Residents $150.00Non-Residents $170.00

Check outthese cool

programs!


YOUTH

Kid’s Night Out 6 – 12 yrsWant a night to yourself while your kids have a blast with their friends? Bring your children to the Takoma Park Recreation Center Kid’s Night Out! This will be a fun filled night for children. It will involve activities such as games, art & crafts, movies and theme nights.

T.P. Recreation Center, 7315 New Hampshire Avenue

1st & 3rd Fridays of each month7:15 – 8:30 p.m.

$ Free with membership card

Drawing and Watercolor11 – 14 yrsHave fun learning to draw with black, white and colored drawing materials, paint with watercol-ors, use pen and ink and explore mixed media approaches to representational imagery. Sub-jects will include still life, portrait, landscape (weather permitting) and floral studies. Begin-ning students welcome. The focus of the class is appropriate for students interested in develop-ing a portfolio for entry into the Visual Art Cen-ter at Albert Einstein High School. Materials fee of $25.00, paid directly to the instructor, will be due on the first day of each session. Six weeks.

Art Room, Takoma Park Community Center

Tuesdays 3:15 – 5:15 p.m.

Session 1 September 11 – October 16, 2012Session 2 October 23 – December 18, 2012


Chess at “The Ranch” 6 – 17 yrsChess is fun, and playing the game teaches re-sponsibility, improves discipline, and sharpens thinking skills. It also builds confidence and helps young people make new friends. This course will provide you with the first steps in chess: famil-iarizing yourself with the board; identifying the chessmen, including the moves of each piece; and learning chess terminology. Eight weeks. Max. 25, Min. 6. Instructor Jim Baxter.

Takoma Park Recreation Center, 7315 New Hampshire Avenue

Fridays 5:00 - 6:00 p.m. (on-going) *No class on November 23, 2012$ Free with membership card

Dungeons and Dragons9 – 18 yrsThey creep through the twilight, quiet as shadows muttering a language long forgotten, a language only spoken by ghosts. Use your imagination and storytell-ing ability in this classic fantasy role-playing game. Roll dice to cast spells and battle monsters. Creativity and cooperation help the group “survive”. Taught by the library’s own Dave Burbank. Maximum 30, Minimum 15. Five weeks.

Auditorium, Takoma Park Community Center

Thursdays 4:00 – 6:00 p.m.

Session 1: September 13 – October 10, 2012Session 2: October 18 – November 15, 2012Session 3: November 29 – December 20, 2012

T.P. City Residents $50.00 Non-Residents $40.00

Takoma Fun Facts: What does the Brazilian City have in common with Belle Ziegler, first recreation director of Takoma Park?

The park at Albany and New York Avenues used to be named for Jequie and is now named for Belle Ziegler, but there is more to the story. In 1965 Takoma Park organized a Brazilian festival in honor of Jequie, its Sister City. Over the next decade both Takoma and Jequie hosted a series of student exchanges. The 1965 festival site in North Takoma became Jequie Park. The recent name change to Ziegler Park recognizes Belle’s volunteer efforts including her years spearheading the Sister Cities project. -- This “fun fact” was provided by Historic Takoma


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Mask Making6 yrs. and olderMake a plaster cast of your face (a great gift for parents) and make a custom mask designed by you to fit you! Make a mask in time for Hal-loween and then another personal one or per-haps a Christmas mask?! Make one to hang on the wall or to wear, your choice. No experi-ence is necessary Instructor Rachel A. Gates. Maximum 10, Minimum 2. Fourteen weeks.


Saturdays 12:30 – 2:30 p.m.

September 15 – December 22, 2012* (No class 9/22)


After School Puppets8 yrs. and olderCome to the Takoma Park Community Center After School! Have a half hour break for snack with friends and then leap into creativity. We will design, construct and learn about basic plot and performance techniques. Students will learn to make a character design and build a puppet as well as perform with it. Instructor Rachel A. Gates.Maximum 10, Minimum 2. Fourteen weeks.


Wednesdays 3:45 – 5:45 p.m.

September 12 – December 19, 2012


YOUTHFun Day ProgramAges 5 – 12The Fun Day Program offers exciting field trips on scheduled whole day school closings and activities and performances on schedule half day closings. Participants will meet at the Community Center, 7500 Maple Avenue. On half days only, students attending Takoma Park Elementary will be picked up at their school and children attending Piney Branch Elementary will be picked up in the hallway by the pool by a Recreation staff member. On full days pack a lunch. On half days, bring a snack! Trips, activities and performers are subject to change. Space is limited, sign up early!

Date Activity Time Resident Non-ResidentMonday,September 17

Calvert Cliffs State Park 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. $35 $45

Wednesday,September 26

Watkins Park Tennis Bubble 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. $35 $45

Friday,September 28

How do they do that (Magic) 1:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. $25 $35

Friday,October 19

Chuck E. Cheese’s 8:30 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. $35 $45

Monday,November 5

Make Science Come Alive (Slime Time)

1:00 – 5:30 p.m. $25 $35

Monday,November 12

Let’s Make Ice Cream 1:00 – 5:30 p.m. $25 $35

Tuesday,November 13

Clay, Clay & more Clay (Mask Makers)

1:00 – 5:30 p.m. $25 $35

Wednesday,November 21

Learn how to make a pretzel from scratch

1:00 – 5:30 p.m. $25 $35


Winter Break Camp *Winter Wonderland*5 – 11 yrs. Come experience “Winter Wonderland” with the Takoma Park Recreation Department. Camp-ers will have the opportunity to add some excite-ment to their holiday break while making gifts and presents for their loved ones, playing games and crafts. This winter break is set to be a whole lot of holiday fun. Children must bring lunch.


Wednesday - Friday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.December 26 – 28, 2012 (3 Days)T.P. City Residents $85Non-Residents $95

Before Care Wednesday – Friday 7:00 a.m – 9:00 a.m. T.P. City Residents $25Non-Residents $35

After Care Wednesday – Friday 4:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m. T.P. City Residents $25Non-Residents $35

Community Playtime Infant – 5 yrsEnjoy open playtime, read stories, work on craft projects, use the playground and socialize. We provide toys, craft supplies, story time and snack. Community Playtime is not open when Montgomery County Schools are closed. Visit www.TakomaPlaytime.org for more information.

Heffner Park Community Center

Mondays 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. Ongoing

$ Free

YOUTH

Community Garden6 yrs. – AdultVolunteers are always welcome. You will gain hands-on experience about how to grow food as you work alongside garden veterans. Our team of volunteers from the neighborhood, community, Environmental Change-Makers and other area organizations tend, harvest, seed, and water the garden together. (And have a great time doing it!) We also have wa-tering teams that come in daily during hot weather. Installation parties are on selected Saturdays in Spring and Fall. We welcome your help with the garden. Coordinator Todd Leavitt


Saturdays 8:00 – 9:30 a.m.

*No Community Garden on November 24

Double Dutch 6 – 14 yrsLearn the art of Double Dutch through a fun & aerobic endurance workout that includes single rope jumping, double dutch turning and jump-ing, stretching, toning, jogging and calisthenics.


Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:30 p.m. (on-going) *No class on December 25, 2012



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Smashing Smoothies and Movie Rap Night12 – 19 yrsDo you like movies? How about smoothies? How much more would you like them if they were FREE?!?! Join us on the first and third Thursday of each month for Smashing Smoothie Rap Night where you can hang out with your friends, watch movies, make smoothies and be Takoma Park’s own movie critic. Watch the movies and tell us what you think! You might just win something!

Teen Lounge, Takoma Park Community Center1st& 3rd Thursdays6:00 – 8:00 p.m.

$ Free with Teen Lounge Membership

Teens on the Move (Fall Edition)13 – 19 yrsTired of being stuck in the house on a Friday night or going to the same “hang out spots”?Break the routine and have some fun! Join us ev-ery 1st and 3rd Friday of the month as we take trips to Dave-n-Busters, roller skating, laser tag, go-karting, skate parks, movies, and museums, just to name a few. New ideas are always wel-come. Teens will meet at the Takoma Park Rec-reation Center and the Takoma Park Commu-nity Center. Advanced registration is required.

1st& 3rd Fridays6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

$ Free with Teen Lounge Membership* *some trips may require admission and/or money for food.

Getting Ready for College (SAT Writing)14 – 18 yrsThis class will help students develop college appli-cation essays and practice writing essays for the SAT writing section. We will also cover best prac-tices for the SAT Verbal section. Instructor Barbara Rosenblatt.Maximum 12, Minimum 4. Ten weeks.

Lilac Room, Takoma Park Community Center

Mondays 6:30 – 8:00 p.m.

September 1 – November 19, 2012


Teen Lounge13 – 19 yrsThis special room is for TEENS ONLY! Ages 13 – 19 are welcome to become members to gain access to a 60 inch plasma television, X-Box 360 games, computer workstations, games and a comfort-able sitting area for socializing with friends. A par-ent/legal guardian must give consent for children under age 18 to participate by signing a permis-sion form complete with rules and regulations.

Teen Lounge, Takoma Park Community Center

Monday - Saturday (hours vary depending on day of week)2:30 - 9:00 p.m. (5:30 p.m. on Saturdays)

Welcome to the Teen Nvasion where we are implementing our new initiative of

A.C.T.T. Now (Advancing Community Through Teens Now) by taking control and re-establishing the presence of our youth within our com-munity. A.C.T.T. Now is dedicated to providing teens with safe, supervised activities that promote positive self-image, health, wellness, and a sense of community. A.C.T.T. Now will also help teens gain the basic knowledge and skills needed to be on their way of becoming fully functional adults.


TEENST.G.I.F.F. (Thank Goodness It’s Funky Friday)13 – 19 yrsChill out Every 2nd & 4th Friday with old friends and new ones. Food, fun, games, and prizes, what more could you really want?

Teen Lounge, Takoma Park Community Center2nd & 4th Fridays6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

$ Free with Teen Lounge Membership

Teen Night 13 – 17 yrsLooking for something exciting to do? The Tako-ma Park Recreation Center provides high qual-ity, affordable, safe and FUN activities for teens. Nothing to do on Friday night? Come on out to a night of games, activities and more. Bring your friends for a cheap night out of the house.


2nd & 4th Friday 7:15 – 8:30 p.m.


Teen Drop-In Basketball12 – 17 yrsSo you think that you have skills? Takoma Park Recre-ation Center is the place to be on Fridays. Showcase your cross-over dribble, your smooth jump shot and your suffocating defense. Our primary goal is to pro-vide young people with a positive athletic experience.


Fridays 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

*No drop-in on November 23, 2012


Cedric’s Teen Hard Rock Fitness12 – 17 yrsThis workout is for all teens. It does not matter if you are skinny, fat, weak, or the star of your sports team. Cedric will show you how to do a workout appropriate for your ability level. Doing this workout consistently will make you feel great!!! Cedric will concentrate on your cardio and strength. These 2 healthy and energizing routines will help you burn calories and strength while building muscles; to help you build a lean, healthy body. Co-sponsored by the Montgom-ery County Recreation Department. Instructor Cedric Brickey


Mondays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.

*No class on Nov. 12 & Dec. 24, 2012


M.A.N.U.P.11 – 18 yrsThe mission of MANUP is to develop the next gen-eration of successful leaders by impacting the lives of youth through the principles of education, social responsibility, self-empowerment, and economic awareness. The programs are gender specific to en-hance male and female development. Several pro-grams include guest speakers, field trips to various educational and fun locations, career development and more. This mentoring program is made possible by countless volunteer hours. These mentors work in cooperation with the Takoma Park Recreation Department.

Teen Lounge, Takoma Park Community Center Tuesdays 6:30 p.m. Weekly program (ongoing)

$ Free


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IntermediateThis course involves a brief review of some Final Cut Studio interface basics. In addition, some of the more advanced concepts in Final Cut Studio will be covered such as key framing, motion effects, color correction, filters, composite modes and shapes, markers, slow motion, and advanced text manipulation. Instructor: John Pitt. Participants must bring their own hard drive if wanting to use personal footage. Max. 8, Min. 4. Six weeks.

Multi Media Lab, Takoma Park Community Center 7:45 – 9:15 p.m.

Session 1Wednesdays Sept. 12 – October 17, 2012

Session 2Tuesdays October 30 – December 4, 2012


AdvancedTake advantage of the more powerful tools in the Final Cut Studio including Motion, Soundtrack Pro and DVD Studio Pro to create 3 D graphics. Cover some of the more advanced concepts to compose your music and author your own DVD in Final Cut Pro. Instructor: John Pitt. Participants must bring their own hard drive if wanting to use personal footage. Max. 8, Minimum 4. Six weeks


Session 1Thursdays Sept. 13 – October 18, 2012

Session 2Wednesdays Nov. 7 – December 12, 2012

T.P. City Residents $110.00 Non-Resident $130.00

BeginnerIntroduction to video editing basics using Apple’s latest version of Final Cut Studio. Participants will learn the general interface, keyboard short-cuts and all pertinent terminology. Learn how to create and organize proj-ects, log and capture video, add transitions and effects, basic text manipulation and timeline based storytell-ing. Instructor John Pitt. Participants must bring their own hard drive for use of personal footage. Maximum 8, Minimum 4. Six weeks.


Session 1Wednesdays Sept. 12 – Oct. 17, 2012

Session 2Tuesdays Oct. 30 – Dec. 4, 2012


Video Editing with Final Cut Studio12 yrs. and olderPost production is where the magic happens. Learn how to use today’s premiere video editing software to enhance your digital storytelling skills. Whether you are interested in filmmaking, music videos, or just mak-ing videos for fun, this course will teach you how to put it all together in a creative and professional way.

Instructor: John Pitt is an award-winning video editor, producer, and director currently working with Takoma Park City TV and Montgomery Community Media. He has enjoyed success in multiple formats including television, the Internet, film and DVD authoring. Mr. Pitt provides industry standard instruction for studio and field producing, camera opera-tion, post-production and professional lighting. Although mostly self-taught, Mr. Pitts’s educational background includes computer science at Hofstra University in New York and video production at the Corcoran School for the Arts.

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Zumba16 yrs. and older The Zumba program fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to create a one-of-a-kind fitness program that will blow you away. The goal is simple: We want you to work out, to love working out, and to get hooked. Zumba helps you achieve long-term benefits while ex-periencing an absolute blast in one exciting hour of calorie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspir-ing movements meant to engage and captivate for life! The routines feature interval training sessions where fast and slow rhythms and resis-tance training are combined to tone and sculpt your body while burning fat. Eight weeks. Maxi-mum 25, minimum 5. Instructor: Unique Fitness.


Wednesdays and Saturdays

Session 1 September 12 – October 6Session 2 October 17 – November 10 Session 3 November 21– December 19 (No class on November 24, 2012)

6:00 - 6:55 p.m. (Wednesday)9:15 -10:10 a.m. (Saturday)

$40/4 weeks per session$10 Drop-in Fee

ADULTSJazzercise 16 yrs. and older Jazzercise is the art of Jazz combined with the science of exercise physiology. Each 60-70 min-ute class includes easy to follow fun aerobic-dance routines, weights for muscle strength and stretching exercises all to the beat of great mu-sic. The music ranges from oldies to jazz to the newest pop tunes. Instructor: Jazzercise


Monday and Wednesday7:00 – 8:00 p.m.Program is ongoing.

Saturday 8:00 – 9:00 a.m.

*No class on Nov. 12, 2012 & Nov. 24, 2012

$35 Per Month EFT (Easy Fitness Ticket) $85 8 week pass$10 drop-in (with $20 fee)

Aerobics16 yrs. and olderThe music never stops with easy to follow moves that really get the heart pumping. Not a perfor-mance, just the sheer joy of moving to the beat. Time flies, endorphins rise, as your mind floats into a realm of strength and grace. There is no high like the aerobics high! Instructor Nancy Nickell. Maximum 16, Minimum 5. Six weeks


Mondays 6:15 – 7:15 p.m.

September 17 – October 22, 2012


Tai Chi 16 yrs. and older Tai Chi is an ancient exercise for cultivating physical & spiritual health. This class will cover the basic princi-ples & concepts of Tai Chi. It has been proven effective in restoring balance and calm in our lives. The slow, gentle movements and relaxed breathing harmonize energy and flow in the body. The class will follow the Yang style short form that was introduced to the West by the renowned Cheng Man Ch’ing. Instructor: Kirk Talbott (senior student of the late Robert W. Smith)


Tuesdays 5:30-7:00pm (on-going) No class on December 25, 2012$ Free

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Yoga and Meditation, Intermediate level18 yrs. and olderIyengar yoga teaches stability and openness through alignment so that the flow of energy and the focus of the mind are found in each pose. This Iyengar yoga class will include inversions and more advanced poses. It is appropriate for those who have a good foundation in standing poses and an understanding of basic alignment. The practice of postures in yoga is traditionally a preparation for meditation. Some time for seated meditation will be included at the end of class. (Chairs and cushions are available). Instructor Carol Bluemle.Maximum 17, Minimum 5. 12 weeks.


Tuesdays 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. September 18 – December 11, 2012* *(No class11/20)


Yoga for Beginners18 yrs. and OlderCome discover how to work with your body in a safe, gentle, non-competitive way which promotes in-creased flexibility, strength, balance, and awareness. This class will introduce and develop the foundation of standing poses and basic actions in forward bends, backbends, and twists. Each pose can be modified to accommodate all physical conditions. Please come with comfortable clothing (best if I can see your knees, tights or shorts) and an empty stomach. Instructor Carolyn Bluemle. Max. 17, Min 5. 12 weeks


Tuesdays 6:00 – 7:15 p.m. September 18 – December 11, 2012* *(No class 11/20)


ADULTSYoga Nidra-Meditation and Relaxation16 yrs. and olderYoga Nidra is a relaxing practice that helps reduce stress and increases general physical and mental well-being. Practitioners report increases in energy level, sleep and greater ease and joy in everyday life. It is also helpful for relieving insomnia, anxiety, depression and chronic pain. Stu-dents are guided through the meditation while lying on a yoga mat and blankets or seated in a comfortable resting position. Yoga Nidra uses posi-tive affirmations, awareness of the body and breath, and guided visual-izations to rejuvenate and restore the mind, body and spirit. No prior experience is required. Each student should bring their own yoga mat, a few blankets and a pillow. Instructor Carol Mermey. Maximum 16, Mini-mum 5. Five weeks.


Mondays 7:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Session 1: September 10, 17, 24 & October 1, 15Session 2: November 5, 19, 26 & December 3, 10


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ADULTSExtending Your Growing Season18 yrs. and olderMany people think that once the cool fall weath-er arrives, the garden is done. Yet there are many methods for extending your growing season to include cold frames, low tunnels and homemade plant protectors. In this workshop we will learn about the many ways to grow food all year long. Instructor Hillary Banachowski. Max 15, Min 3.


Saturday, September 15, 201210:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.


Making Vegetable Dyed Scarves18 yrs. and olderMany commercial dyes in clothing today are very toxic. There are alternatives for dying clothing that include foods and spices that you can find in your own kitchen. Just in time for the holidays make gorgeous vegetable dyed scarves as gifts of for your own collection. In this workshop we will dye our own scarves using vegetables and spices. Scarves will be provided. Instructor Hill-ary Banachowski.Maximum 15, Minimum 3.


Saturday, November 10, 201210:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.


Sheet Mulching 18 yrs. and olderIn the past, back breaking labor was a require-ment for rich and ready garden soil, but not anymore. Sheet mulching is the process of build-ing up and preparing the soil in the fall so that Mother Nature can do the rest, without all the digging. Instructor Hillary Banachowski.


Saturday, September 22, 201210:15 a.m. – 12:15 p.m.


Making Your Own Herbal Tinctures18 yrs. and olderPlants have been a worldwide staple for good health since the beginning of time…and still are. In this workshop we will talk about harvesting and make herbal tinctures of our own. Bring a small clean jar with a lid. Instructor Hillary Bana-chowski. Max 15, Min 3.




Spanish with Music (Beginners)25 yrs. and olderThis course will introduce students to speak-ing Spanish, primarily Latin American Spanish, through an emphasis on learning by listening to and singing along with a variety of songs in Spanish. This technique will be used to develop basic vocabulary, listening and speaking skills. Instructor Shira Jones. Maximum 15, Minimum 5. Twelve weeks.


Tuesdays & Wednesdays 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.




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Herbal Soap Making13 yrs. and olderIn this workshop, we will learn about the many different ways to create your own herbal soap. Just in time for the holidays – makes a great gift. Instructor Hillary Banachowski. Max 15, Min 3.




Let’s get crafting18 yrs. and olderHandmade cards can add a personal touch that will add sentimental value to cards. We will be teaching how to make handmade greeting cards for all occasions. We will also be including craft projects of various types. New techniques will be taught each class. No experience is neces-sary. Instructor Kimberly Hines. Maximum 15, Minimum 5. Six weeks. There is a one-time $30 materials fee due to the instructor on the first day of class.


Fridays; 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.

September 21 - October 26, 2012

$ Free

In Pursuit of Destiny21 yrs. and olderThis is a 7 week women’s empowerment class designed for the woman who has a sense of pur-pose but has faced obstacles that include, but not limited to: relational brokenness, a recent loss, stress, depression, domestic violence, per-sonal crisis or past trauma that has hindered her from fulfilling her potential. The class encom-passes a peer support model and features a psy-cho-educational curriculum taught by a licensed professional counselor. There is a one-time $10.00 materials fee paid to the instructor at the first class. Instructor Dana M. Brown.Maximum 12, Minimum 5.

Rose Room, Takoma Park Community Center



$ Free, but registration is required

Get down with Dirt! Come Learn about Ceramics16 yrs. and olderIn these classes both sculpture and functional containers will be made. The functional pots will be food and dishwasher safe. Class will empha-size sound ceramic techniques and glazes and under glazes using low fire clay. Textures, tools and glazes will be provided. There will be a one-time $15.00 materials fee due to the instructor on the first day of class. Instructor Art for the People, Alice Sims. Max 12, Min 6. Eight weeks.



October 3 – December 5, 2012


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Takoma Fun Facts: What is one natural resource that Takoma Park tried to sell commercially?More than a hundred years ago Takoma Park Spring Water competed with rival Poland Spring Water. Poland won, but residents here continued to drink the cold, clear water in Spring Park on Elm Avenue until 1948 when it was declared unsafe and Big Spring was capped. In �008 the City partially uncovered the spring and created a wetlands. -- This “fun fact” was provided by Historic Takoma


ADULTSEncaustic Collage18 yrs. and olderEncaustic collage is a collage medium that uses bees wax as an adhesive and allows for layer-ing of papers and lightweight found materials as a base for over painting with oil and encaustic paint. This workshop will cover collage layering processes using translucent and opaque pa-pers and sculptural effects that can be created with the wax with stencils, stamps and incising. Ways to enhance your collage with encaustic paint will be introduced, as well as principles of layering wax and wax based paint over absor-bent surfaces such as wood, cloth, canvas and watercolor paper. All materials will be provided for the $35.00 materials fee, including all sub-strates and a letter of optional collage materi-als to bring will be sent out after you register.


Saturday and Sunday 9:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.September 22 - 23, 2012


Collage18 yrs. and olderCome enjoy new ways of combining materials and media. Using a variety of collage and pa-per altering processes, students combine found and altered papers and lightweight three-di-mensional materials. Principles of color and design will be presented, such as limiting the color palette and the principles of design will be explored such as structure, balance, repeti-tion, value and gradation. This class is suitable for beginners, as well as more experienced stu-dents. Basic materials will be provided (some personal or found collage elements may be de-sired to enhance the collage as well) There is a $30.00 materials fee, paid directly to the instruc-tor, due on the first day of class of each session.


Tuesdays 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Session 1 September 11 – October 16, 2012Session 2 October 23 – December 18, 2012

T.P. City Residents $210Non-Residents $240No class on 11/6, 11/13, 11/20

Drawing and Painting 16 yrs. and olderIn this class students will build their confidence and develop their techniques in drawing and painting still-life, nature and people. Partici-pants will see a remarkable improvement and enjoyment in drawing and painting. Students will be responsible for providing their own mate-rials. A list will be provided before the first class. Instructor Zhe Liv. Maximum 16, Minimum 7. Six weeks.


Saturdays 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

September 15 – October 27, 2012**(No class 9/22)



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Suto Dance (Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Street Jam) Beginner - Advanced 3 yrs. – Adult The Suto Dance Company has been offering quality dance instruction to all levels since 1973. Suto offers a pro-fessional, well organized dance program as well as producing spectacular annual dance performances. The im-portance of technique, musicality and styling is stressed to all students at any level of training. They are proud of their fun and creative children’s program, trendy, upbeat teen classes, as well as their motivational adult dance group. Students are encouraged to participate for the entire 32 week program and also the two annual dance performances. www.sutodance.com. For more information call 301-871-1000. Instructor Suto Dance.

T.P. Recreation Center, 7315 New Hampshire AvenueSaturdays (Ongoing) 10:00 a.m. – 4: 00 p.m. (Various classes)

Single classes range: $11-$13

Karate/Self Defense Club 14 yrs. and older Promote physical fitness, self-defense, leadership and cultural exchange through the practice of a traditional Okinawan karate style, Isshinryu (which means One Heart Way). Beginners welcome. For students interested in competition, there will be opportunities to participate in karate tournaments. Please wear comfortable exercise clothing to workout. Instructor: Penn State University Karate Club. Co-sponsored: MCRD.

T.P. Recreation Center, 7315 New Hampshire Avenue Mondays and Wednesdays *No class on November 12, 2012

7:00 – 8:30 p.m. (on-going) $ Free

Tai Chi Chuan18 yrs. and olderTai Chi Chuan is often referred to as moving meditation, and offers many health and relaxation benefits for people of all ages. Regular practice can improve posture, balance, coordination, strength, flexibility, cardio-vascular fitness and concentration. These classes focus on the basic principles of Tai Chi, especially on its core goal of relaxation, by learning the Yang short form style of Tai Chi. The first class focuses on fundamentals; the second goes on to finish the 37-posture form; the last class Is for students who have learned the basic form and want to continue refining their skills. Instructor: Andy Unger. Maximum 16, Minimum 5. Twelve weeks.

Dance Studio, Takoma Park Community CenterThursdays September 13 - December 6, 2012

Introduction 6:15 – 7:15 p.m. Beginners Plus 7:15 – 8:15 p.m. Continuing 8:15 – 9:15 p.m.


Ladies’ Boot Camp(Ladies Cardio/Sculpting Aerobics )16 yrs. and older A total body program that includes a circuit of drills such as jumping jacks, running, push-ups, squats, crunches and weight training. A challenging workout within a quick hour. Eight weeks. Maximum 25, minimum 10. Instructor: KJ Total Fitness. Students are required to bring their own mat.

T.P. Recreation Center, 7315 New Hampshire Avenue Tuesdays and Thursdays 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

Session 1: September 11 – November 1Session 2: November 8 – January 10 (No class on Nov. 22, Dec. 25, 2012 & Jan. 7, 2013)

$85/8 weeks


ADULTS

Cardio Kickboxing 16 yrs. and older Are you looking for a total body workout that totally kicks butt? How about a way to increase your stami-na, flexibility, and strength while listening to your fa-vorite dance mixes? If this sounds good to you, Cardio KickBoxing is the answer for you. This intense, total-body workout can improve strength, aerobic fitness, flexibility, coordination and balance. Kickboxing can be a great alternative for people who have become bored with weight room cardiovascular activities, such as brisk walking or jogging on a treadmill. Eight weeks. Max 10, min 5. Instructor: KJ Total Fitness.


Mondays: 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.

Session 1: September 10 – October 29Session 2: November 5 – January 7, 2013 (No class on Nov.12 & Dec. 24, 2012)

$50/8 weeks

Pilates 16 yrs. and olderA fun and invigorating workout that teaches a series of controlled movements utilizing the body’s “core” - abdomen, back, and hips. Pilates improves core control, coordination, standing alignment and bal-ance with mat exercises. This exercise regimen is de-signed to create long, lean muscles while enhancing strength, flexibility, and balance, with an emphasis on posture.

This class incorporates light hand weights for strength-ening and toning the arms, hips and thighs. Pilates is the ultimate mind-body exercise for anyone who wants to tone, streamline, and re-align their body. This program focuses on integrating the entire body rather than exercising each body part separately. Four week sessions.Maximum 25, minimum 3. Instructor Nancy Nickell. Students are required to bring their own mat and hand weights.



Session 1 September 12 – October 17Session 2 October 24 – November 28

$60/6 weeks

Being - Movement16 yrs. and olderThrough music and movement this class promotes presence, awareness and physical well-being. There are no steps to learn, so, this is for anyone who would enjoy finding their own unique dance in a safe, gentle and non-compettive environment. Ten weeks. Maximum 25, minimum 3. Instructor Anne Egseth


Tuesdays 12:00 – 1:30 p.m.



Takoma Fit Club10 yrs. and olderFree Fitness video workout generally 1 hour long. Nothing sold in class. Samples of nutri-tional product “Shakeology” may be provided. Example programs- Insanity, P90x, and Hip Hop Abs. Maximum 25, Minimum 4. Eight weeks.


Wednesdays 7:15 – 8:15 p.m.September 19 – November 7, 2012

$ Free

Cardio Kickboxing

Kick Your Way

to Fitness!


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www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation ADULTSGet LinkedIn! How to get connected with LinkedIn (Beginners)25 yrs. and olderWant to know more about LinkedIn? We will discuss what LinkedIn is, how to create a pro-file, how you can use it to build relationships, tips and techniques for best practices and Linke-dIn tools and applications. This is a hands-on workshop, so bring your laptop and arrive five minutes early to set up. Optional: Please bring your resume and photo on a USB flash drive or have it saved on your hard drive. Instructor Romona Foster. Maximum 15, Minimum 5.

Multi-Media Lab, Takoma Park Community Center

Saturday, September 29, 2012 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.


Harnessing the Power of Email Marketing25 yrs. and olderWant to know more about email marketing? Millions of small businesses and organiza-tions use email marketing to keep in touch with customers and members. We’ll discuss: what email marketing is, how you can use it to build relationships, tips, techniques and best practices, tools for building a mailing list and keeping subscribers loyal and engaged. This is a hands-on workshop, so bring your laptop and arrive five minutes early to set up. Op-tional: Please bring your resume and photo on a USB flash drive or have it saved on your hard drive. Basic internet skills required. Instructor Romona Foster. Maximum 15, Minimum 5.


Thursday, September 6, 2012 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.


Get LinkedIn! Leveraging the power of LinkedIn (Advanced)25 yrs. and olderGet noticed. Grow your network. Create your online brand. Build your LinkedIn presence and build your business. Features we will cov-er: uploading resumes, getting recommenda-tions, importing and managing contacts, invi-tations, joining groups, searching companies, privacy settings, job searches, questions and answers, tools and applications. This is a hands-on workshop, so bring your laptop and arrive five minutes early to set up. Optional: Please bring your resume and photo on a USB flash drive or have it saved on your hard drive. Instructor Romona Foster. Maximum 15, Minimum 5.


Saturday, September 29, 2012 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.



Game Room - Open play time for adults age 55 and olderThe Game room is available for seniors to play pool, table tennis, basketball arcade and other active games. The game room is a great place to join your friends for lively conversation, and just to “hang out” before, in-between and after classes during the day.

Monday – Friday Saturdays9:00 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. $ Free

Table TennisCome play this fun, energetic game with your friends. A great way to improve eye-hand coordina-tion; helps to keep the body healthy and the mind sharp. Drop-in. No registration required.

Game Room, Takoma Park Community Center

Monday - Friday11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Saturdays10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

$ Free

Bone BuildersBone Builders consists of three parts: balance exercises, weight training, and discussion concerning diet, safety and exercise. The program uses trained RSVP volunteers to lead the classes with supervision by a certified trainer. For the best health benefits and increase in bone density, participants are encouraged to attend class twice a week. It is important for participants to be 10 minutes early for each class. The program is in partnership with Montgomery County. Registration is required to participate in this program. Please call (301) 891-7280 to check for new registration availability in either session, and to register. The classes may be full due to the popularity of the program, however a waiting list is available.


Mondays & Thursdays, ongoing 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.

Tuesdays & Fridays, ongoing10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

$ Free

SENIORSLine DanceLine dancing is great exercise. Join your friends and instructor, Barbara Brown to learn how ex-ercise can be fun with music. No experience necessary. Registration is required to participate in this class. Call 301-891-7280 for information.


Wednesdays, ongoing10:50 - 11:50 a.m.

Fridays, ongoing 6:30 - 7:30 p.m.

$ Free

Join us for a fun time in

Takoma Park!

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Gentle YogaCarol Mermey, RYT, will introduce you to the ways yoga can help you increase flexibility, strength, and balance, using a series of seated and standing poses. Learn breathing and relaxation techniques. Beginners and experienced students welcome. Work at your own level. Requirement: You must bring a yoga mat to class. Registration is required to participate in this class. For more information, please call 301-891-7280. This class may be full due to the popularity of the program, however a waiting list is available.

Dance Studio, Takoma Park Community Center Alternate Fridays 12:00 – 1:00 p.m.

Eight classes: 9/14, 9/28, 10/12, 10/26, 11/9, 11/30, 12/14, 12/28

$ Free

Creative Arts Expand your art skills or learn new techniques in our art studio with instructor Alice Sims. You can draw, paint or work with clay. Be creative in a relaxed atmosphere and have fun. Registration is re-quired to participate in this class. Fall session starts in October 2012.

Art Studio, Takoma Park Community Center Mondays 11:00 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

October 8, November 19, December 10

$ Free

SENIORS

Computer Classes for SeniorsIt’s never too late to get on the information highway. Learn how to use the internet and try using e-mail. Use a word processing program to make lists and type letters. Instructors Phil Shapiro, Jim Mueller, and Jane Hawkanson. Six weeks. Registration/registration form is required to participate in this class. Limit 6 participants per six-week session.

Computer Room, Takoma Park Community Center

Wednesdays 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m

Session I – September 12, 19, 26, October 3, 10, 17Session II – October 24, 31, November 7, 14, 28, December 5 (No class on 11/21)

$ 10*

*A Takoma Park Library card is required to take this course, and have access to the Community Center computers. For information, and to obtain a library card, please contact the Library at 301-891-7259. New Library card fees:

Takoma Park Residents Montgomery County Residents Non-Montgomery County ResidentsFree* $37 per year.* $60 per year.*

GetConnected!

Takoma Fun Facts: What is the oldest landmark in Takoma Park?

It is a weather-beaten granite boulder that dates back to the days of George Washington and sits unobtrusively on Maple Avenue, north of Carroll Avenue. Laid in place by surveyor Andrew Ellicott in 179�, it is one of 40 stones marking the 10-square mile boundary of the District of Columbia. In 191� the Daughters of the America Revolution added a protective wrought-iron fence around each boundary stone. Takoma Park’s fence was replaced after a car damaged it. There are few clues at the site as to the exact border between Maryland and DC, but using the stone as a point of reference to link the two sections of Eastern Avenue to the west and east, you can imagine the diagonal line. -- This “fun fact” was provided by Historic Takoma


Senior Advisory Group(Silver Foxes)Would you like to help set goals and imple-ment programs for your senior recreation program? We are looking for dedicated se-nior volunteers from the community to join our advisory group. Come to an open forum and get involved! Drop-in. Date and time sub-ject to change. Check the Silver Foxes News-letter

Senior Room, Takoma Park Community Cen-ter

Friday, October 5

11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

$ Free

BingoCome try your luck. Win a prize. Drop-in. No reg-istration required.

Senior Room, Takoma Park Community Center

Thursdays, 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Sept. 27, Oct. 25, Nov. 15, Dec. 20

$ Free

SENIORS - Special Events and ActivitiesBlood Pressure ScreeningAdventist Healthcare will be doing a monthly blood pressure screening. Drop-in. No registra-tion required.


Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

September 27, October 25, November 15,December 20

$ Free

Introduction to Latch-Hook Latch hooks are used to knot pieces of yarn on a canvas to make wall hangings, pillows, and small rugs. Students will make a simple design on a 12” by 12” canvas. 4 weeks. Limit 6 students. Registration is required. For more information, please call 301-891-7280.


Mondays 10:00– 11:00 a.m.

September 10 to October 1

$ Free

Needlework Get-together Would you like to work on your knitting or cro-chet with other needlework enthusiasts? Join us for fun, conversation and support with your knit or crochet projects. This is not an instructional class. Drop-in. Registration not required.


Mondays, ongoing

11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

$ Free

Auction Annie Going once - Going twice - Sold! Paula Lisowski, of the Recreation Department, will act as the host “Auction Annie” for a fun interpretation of this popular event. Try to outbid your friends (with play money) for great items. Come and play! Call-in registration isrequired. Please call 301-891-7280.


Tuesday, October 16

11:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

$ Free


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Learn more about...Senior Trips by reading the

Silver Foxes Newslettereach month

SENIORS - Day Trips

“Day Trip Adventures Program”The Senior Program provides day trip adventures around the Washington metropolitan area designed for active adults, age 55 and older.

Each trip requires a substantial amount of walking and physical exertion. A convenient Walking/Accessibility/Distance Guide is included in the trip descriptions; found in the Silver Fox newsletter.

The trips depart from the Takoma Park Community Center, located at 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, Maryland. Pick-up is available to residents of Victory Tower, Franklin Apartments, and Mapleview Apartments only. Transportation is provided at no cost for seniors. Participants are responsible for lunch, entrance fees or any other additional fees associated with these trips.

The Recreation Bus can accommodate up to 21 persons. The bus is heated and air-conditioned for your comfort; wheelchair accessible; no bathroom facilities. Join us for an enjoyable adventure.

How to register for trips:A detailed description, with dates and times, is included in the Silver Foxes Newsletter. In addition, the trip information is included in the Takoma Park Newsletter, a local community publication.

• For an online Silver Foxes Newsletter visit: www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation/seniors

1. To begin the registration process, call 301-891-7280.Note: Your name will be placed on a “pre-registration list”. This list will hold the participants place in line for 3 days to one week. Registration for the current month’s trips will usually begin on the first business day of the month. To insure proper processing, do not to leave a recorded message.

2. A Takoma Park Recreation Department registration form is required for each trip. Note: This form must be received by the end of the pre-registration period, or the participant will be removed from the list, and the space will become available.

3. Please register in-person, or mail in the registration form.Note: We have a fair “first come-first serve” system for all participants. Trips are popular and fill up fast, so register early. Mail in registration form to 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD. 20912

If you have any questions, please call Paula Lisowski, Seniors Program Manager at 301-891-7280.

3�Registration begins August 15, �01�

Youth Tennis Clinic7 - 9 yrs and 10 - 13 yrsThis FUN and exciting program gives youth the opportunity to learn and nurture their tennis skills. Our goal is to use tennis as a tool that supports and enhances your child’s personal growth, physical health and academic achievement. Structured tennis instruction is an excellent vehicle for building character, developing discipline and promoting physical fitness. Please bring your own racquet and a water bottle. If you do not own a racquet, the Recreation Department will provide one for the clinic. Maximum 15, minimum 5. Five weeks.

Tennis Courts, Takoma Park Middle School, 7611 Piney Branch Rd.

Ages 7 - 9 Tuesdays 3:45 – 4:45 p.m.September 18 – October 16, 2012

Ages 10 - 13Tuesdays 4:45 – 5:45 p.m.September 18 – October 16, 2012

T.P. City Residents $25 Non-Residents $35

SPORTS

Outdoor Street Hockey7 - 13 yrsThis program is ideal for any child that wants to have fun and be active. This sport is based on ice hockey, but is played on foot and with a special ball made especially for street hockey. Street hockey can enhance your child’s mo-tor skills and concentration while instilling the art of sportsmanship. Games take place on the outdoor basketball court, next to Takoma Park Community Center. Sign up today! Maximum 20, minimum 5. Five weeks.

Outdoor Basketball Court, 7500 Maple Avenue, Meet at Takoma Park Community Center

Thursdays 3:45-4:45 p.m. September 27 – October 25, 2012

T.P. City Residents $ Free, but registration is requiredNon-Residents $10

Rookie Sports3 - 5 yrs Children are introduced to the fundamentals of sports such as soccer, t-ball/softball, basketball, floor hockey, kickball, dodge ball and other sports and group games. The goal of this program is to provide the opportunity for each child to develop motor skills and nurture his/her growth socially and emotionally through teamwork and good sportsmanship. Six weeks. Max. 15. Min. 8.


Saturdays 10:30 – 11:30a.m.

October 27 – December 15 (No class on Nov. 24, 2012)$40/6 weeks


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Go Deep - Flag Football8 - 13 yrs“Go Deep” is a flag football skills program that will teach the basic fundamentals of football. Players will be taught proper flag pulling techniques, route running, catching, passing, defensive skills and most importantly sportsmanship. Players will be separated by size and age so they can enjoy the flag football experience: which is non-contact, continuous movement. Participants will be able to show off their skills during exhibition games each week. Don’t drop the ball…Register now! Participants will meet at Takoma park Community Center. Maximum 30, minimum 15. Five weeks.

Hodges Field (Behind Takoma Park Elementary)

Wednesdays 3:30-4:30 p.m. September 26 - October 24, 2012

T.P. City Residents Free, but registration is required.Non-Residents $10

SPORTS

Futsal League7 - 10 yrsFutsal, a sport that is similar to soccer, offers the perfect combination of learning and fun. It is de-signed to improve fundamental technique and skill development during the winter months. It’s also a great opportunity to meet new friends, stay in shape and prepare for the upcoming sea-son. For the last two years, the program has been filled to capacity with a wait list. Please not that program registration is first come first serve and space is limited to 30 participants per age group. Parents are encouraged to participate. Six weeks.


Sundays 1:00 - 3:00 p.m.January 6 – February 10, 2013 No Program January 15, 2013**

Registration fee $60

Basketball Skills 6 - 12 yrsEmphasizing individual improvement is one of the guiding philosophies of this skills clinic. Partici-pants will be provided with excellent coaching which allows each person to develop a sense of pride and individual accomplishment. Six weeks. Maximum 25, Minimum 10. Co-sponsored by the Mont-gomery County Recreation Department.


Saturdays 10:30 – 11:30amSeptember 15 – October 20

$ 60/6 weeks

Get out and Play!


2013 Winter Basketball LeagueLast season, the Winter Basketball League served more than 600 boys and girls ages 5-12 years and grades K-8 living in and around Takoma Park, Maryland. Sign up early, so that you don’t miss out.

League Information and DetailsDetails about the program can be found at www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation

Registration Opens Registration DeadlineSeptember 6, 2012 December 7, 2012*

Registration FeesT.P. City Residents: $60Non-Residents: $70

Scholarship Opportunity*Scholarship Registration Fee: $10*Scholarship opportunities are available to Takoma Park Residents in need of assistance. This benefit is available to Takoma Park residents who can provide proof of enrollment in the Free or Reduced Meals Program or similar assistance program.

Registration Options - *Registration deadline December 7, 2012There are three ways you can register your child(ren):1. Online Registration: www.activenet.active.com/takomaparkrecreation2. Walk-in Registration: • Takoma Park Recreation Department (7500 Maple Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912) • Takoma Park Recreation Center* (7315 New Hampshire Ave, Takoma Park, MD, 20912) *Recreation Center accepts checks, money orders, or credit cards only. NO CASH.3. Mail: please send your Registration Form to Takoma Park Recreation Department, 7500 Maple Ave, Takoma Park, MD 20912, Attn: Basketball.

Payment must be included to be registered and postmarked by the Registration Deadline, December 7. *Registration will be accepted on a first-come, first-served basis until the maximum number of registrations is reached per division and may close before the deadline due to the capacity of the league. NOTE: registrations will ONLY be taken for teams that have spaces available and the Takoma Park Recreation Department reserves the right to place participants on any team with available spaces.

Coaching Information:Volunteer coaches are always needed, training is provided.

For More Information, please call 301-891-7290,or visit us online: www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation

SPORTS

Register Today --- B4 it’s 2 l8!

2013Takoma Park

Winter Basketball League!Sign up today!


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www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation Partners

Piney Branch Pool Adventist Community Services7510 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912Park behind the Community Center, use side entrance to school on Grant Avenue.

- Lane swimming available during all hours.- See the lifeguard to sign up for swim classes and water aerobics.

- Drop-in Swimming - Water Aerobics- Lap Swimming - Early Bird Aerobics- Youth Swim Lessons - Senior Aerobics Program- Adult Swim Lessons - Kayak Classes- Special Needs Swim Lessons - Swim Parties

During Pool Hours Contact: After Hours or Problems: 301-891-8017 Joyce Seamens, Director of Pool Operations Phone: 301-565-0190, E-mail: [email protected]

www.acsgw.org/pool.htm

Piney Branch Pool - a neighborhood pool in Takoma Park!

Takoma Park Community Band Founded in 1975, is open to any community member who plays an instrument and is in-terested in participating. The band performs around the community throughout the year at various events and concerts. The band is look-ing for musicians at all levels of expertise who would enjoy being part of a musical group. Practices are held on Mondays at 7:30 p.m. in the Heffner Park Community Center, 42 Os-wego Avenue in Takoma Park, MD. For more information contact Gene Herman at 301-585-5832 or [email protected]

Takoma Park Boys & Girls ClubThe Takoma Park Boys and Girls Club is a non-profit organization that has operated in the Takoma Park community for over 50 years. The Club focuses on academics, the fundamentals of football and cheer, and, most importantly, building the team concept. For more information, please visit http://takomaparkbgc.teamopolis.com/

Takoma Park Football(Takoma Park Boys & Girls Club)Teams are comprised of youth fromages 4 to 14 yrs.www.takomaparkbgc.teamopolis.com

Read about - Spotlight on our Partners

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Funwalks Dog TrainingFrancine Holland received her certification as a dog trainer through Animal Behavior Col-lege and is a member of the Association of Pet Dog Trainers (APDT). In addition, she serves as a trained evaluator for the Canine Good Citizens test. Francine gained experience in dog training by assisting Dawn Sylva-Stasiewicz for three years before leading her own classes. She has had a love for dogs her entire life and has taken her passion to another level by training profes-sionally for over seven years. Francine also has expertise with agility training.

Advanced Dog ObedienceDogs of any ageThis is a 6 week class designed to prepare your dog to suc-cessfully complete the canine good citizen test. You will learn how to refine your dog’s basic obedience class to in-crease the dependability of the commands. You will also learn how to teach your dog tricks. We will also address any problem behavior as needed such as nipping, barking, and jumping.

Heffner Park Community Center, 42 Oswego Avenue

Tuesdays 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.September 11 – October 16

T.P. City Residents $100/per dog

Non-Residents $120/per dog

Intro to Dog Obedience Dogs of any ageGet a taste of basic dog obedience with this one day class. We will introduce you to some of the basic obedience com-mands as well as work on any issues you have such as jump-ing, nipping, barking, and pulling on walks. Basic commands include sit, down, come, stay, and stand. Be prepared to show proof of rabies vaccination.

Heffner Community Center, 42 Oswego Avenue

Saturday 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Individual Sessions:October 6, November 3, and December 1

T.P. City Residents $20/class

Non-Residents $30/class

Basic Dog ObedienceDogs of any ageThis is a 6 week course designed socialize your dog and to begin training basic obedience commands. The ultimate goal is to prepare your dog for the Canine Good Citizens test. You will learn how to teach your dog sit, down, come, stay, and stand. You will also learn techniques to make your dog stop pulling on walks and how to teach your dog a trick. Problem behavior such as nipping, bark¬ing, and jumping will be addressed.


Saturday 3:00 - 4:00 p.m.September 8 – October 13

T.P. City Residents $100/per dog

Non-Residents $120/per dog

Dog Agility, Fun & TricksDogs of any ageAgility is always a fun way to build your dog’s confidence and make your relationship even stronger. Learn the proper way to introduce your dog to agility equipment with lures and praise. The equipment is modeled after what you see in competitions and includes buja boards, jumps, tunnels, chutes, teeter-tauter, A-frame and dog walk.


Saturday 4:30 - 5:30 p.m.

Individual Sessions:September 8,October 13, November 10 and December8

T.P. City Residents $20/class

Non-Residents $30/class

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Park Usage Fees

Shelter$85 per day (T.P. Resident)$105 per day (Non-Resident)

Field$20 per day (T.P. Resident)$35 per day (Non-Resident)

Event PermitsFrequently asked questions for special events in parks

Q: Do I need to apply for a park per-mit for my event?

A: Yes.

Q: How do I go about requesting a shelter or field for my event?

A: Please visit the Takoma Park Recreation Department’s Admin-istrative Office, located at 7500 Maple Avenue, and fill out a “Re-quest for Use of Facilities” form.

All fees must be paid in full before a permit will be issued. Please bring the permit to your event.

Q: How much will my event cost?A: Please see “Park Usage Fees”.

To reserve a park or pavilion:Please fill out a Facility Use Appli-cation and bring to the Recreation Office, 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD. 20912 at least 7 days pri-or to event.* *7 days in person; Online Reserva-tions can be made at least 14 busi-ness days in advance at activenet.active.com/takomaparkrecreation

Recreation DepartmentPermits for various events and activities held in public parks throughout the c i ty are required.

Please contact the Recreation Department, (301) 891-7290 before conducting business on park property.

Belle Ziegler Park (Formerly known as Jequie Park)Takoma Ave. & Albany Ave.• Pavilion • Playground equipment • Soccer Field• T-ball Field• Half basketball court• Water fountain• 4 tables (seats 8 at each table)• Port-a-john

Forest ParkPrince Georges Ave. & Elm Ave.• Pavilion• Playground equipment • (2) Half basketball courts• T-ball backstop• Water fountain• 2 tables (seats 8 at each table)• Port-a-john

Heffner Park* (Behind Heffner Park Community Center)42 Oswego Ave.*Does not include use of the Heffner Park Community Center• Playground equipment • Half basketball court• Pavilion• BBQ grill

Spring ParkPoplar Ave. & Elm Ave.• Playground equipment• T-ball Field• Full basketball court• Water fountain• Pavilion• 4 tables (seats 8 at each table)• Port-a-john• Running spring

Lee Jordan Field (Behind Takoma Park Middle School)Piney Branch Road• Large soccer field(s)• Football field• (2) Baseball / Softball diamonds• Walking Track (1/4 mile)• Port-a-john

Ed Wilhelm FieldDarwin Ave.• Recently opened - come visit!

PARKS and PERMITS


Winter Basketball LeagueWinter 2013, Week nights and SaturdaysThe Winter Basketball League is looking for dedi-cated volunteers to help out with this year’s up-coming basketball league.

Physical Activity InstructorsYear Round, FlexiblePhysical activity instructors needed to facilitate exercise, step and dance to teens and pre-teens between the ages of 11-17. Volunteers must be certified to instruct exercise.

Computer Teacher (Assistant) Helper for Seniors

Year Round, DaytimeVolunteer computer teacher-helpers needed for the Introduction to Computers class for adults age 55 and older. The six-week sessions provide basic instruction to help beginner students learn how to use the inter-net, email, and word processing program. For more information, contact Paula Lisowski, [email protected] 301-891-7280.

Education, Special Interest Instructors (55+)Year Round, Flexible, Daytime PreferredInstructors needed to facilitate a variety of educa-tional and special interest classes for adults age 55 and older. Especially interested in Calligraphy, Histo-ry, Current Events, Science, Jewelry Making, Photog-raphy, Arts and Crafts, Spanish, and Computers. For more information, contact Paula Lisowski, [email protected] 301-891-7280.

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

In celebration of the life of Joyce Hanula. (1948-�01�)

Joyce reminded us that at the end of the day it is not always about winning, but being part of a team – a true Takoma Park philosophy. You will be missed.


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www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation SCHOLARSHIPSScholarship Program:

The Takoma Park Recreation Department is committed to making scholarships available to City residents who cannot pay full price for recreation programs. Scholarships give Takoma Park residents an opportunity to learn, grow, and have fun.

Scholarship Guidelines:• Applicants must be City residents.• Scholarships are for youth, teens, adults, and seniors. Please contact the Recreation

Department for more information.• If your child receives ‘Free or Reduced Lunch’, they are eligible for a scholarship.• Applications must be submitted to the Recreation Department at least two (2) weeks

before the start of program.

How to apply:1. Pick up an application from the Takoma Park

Recreation Department, administrative office, 7500 Maple Avenue.

2. After you have selected an activity, com-plete and turn in an application by dead-line along with additional forms* to a staff member at the Takoma Park Recreation Department administrative office (7500 Maple Avenue).

3. It may take up to ten (10) business days to determine if a scholarship is approved. You will receive a letter if you are awarded a scholarship. The remainder of the cost must be paid within a reasonable amount of time after being approved (Payment will be worked out with the Department’s Ad-ministrative Assistant).

*Additional forms:Please visit the Recreation Department, administrative office, to receive a scholarship packet.

Learn, grow, and have fun with the Recreation Department!

Takoma ParkResidents

Scholarshipsavailable!

▫ Takoma Park Recreation Department, 7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912 ▫ (301) 891-7290 ▫ www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation ▫

Registration FormPlease fill out a form for each person and complete ALL fields. All registrations are accepted first come first served. Make Check payable to City of Takoma Park.

1. Participant Information

Participant’s First Name: _______________________________________ Last Name: _________________________________________

Address: ______________________________________________________________________________________ Apt. #___________

City/State/Zip:_______________________________________________ Gender: _________________ Birth Date: _______________

Email address:_______________________________________________ Phone: ____________________________________________

(circle one) Resident / Non-Resident (circle one) Ward 1 2 3 4 5 6 I would like to receive email alerts: Yes No

School:_____________________________________________________________________________________ Grade:_____________ Do you require any special accommodations to participate in this program/activity? O Yes O No

If yes, please explain: _____________________________________________________________________________________________

2. Parent/Guardian Information

Parent/Guardian First Name:____________________________________ Last Name:________________________________________

Home Phone: ________________________ Work:________________________ Birth Date:________________________

Email address:___________________________________________________________

(circle one) Resident / Non-Resident (circle one) Ward 1 2 3 4 5 6

3. Emergency Contact Information

Emergency Contact Name:______________________________ Relationship_____________________ Number:___________________

Name of program Session (if applicable)

Day (s) of week Time Fee

Payment method: O Check O Cash O Money Order O Credit cards are accepted online and walk-in only.No phone registrations. DO NOT MAIL CASH! American Express / Visa / MasterCardREFUND POLICY

* Registrants assume the risk of changes in personal affairs or health. Refunds will be approved with written/electronic notification received seven working days prior to scheduled start of program. A $15.00 administrative fee will be deducted from the total refund. Refunds may take up to 30 days from date of request to receive.

* Registrant may choose to receive a credit for the remaining amount which may be used for another program. Credits MUST be used by June 30th, 2013. After that time the credit will be forfeited. Credits cannot be transferred.

* Refunds after the program has begun will be considered only with medical verification (No Exception). No refund after the program has ended.

PARTICIPATION AGREEMENTI acknowledge, understand, and accept that there are inherent risks associated with participation in this program and that doing so could result in an injury. The City of Takoma Park assumes no liability for injuries or damages from the results of participation. I acknowledge the fact that the Takoma Park Recreation Department does not provide accident insurance to its program participants. I certify that, to the best of my knowledge, I /my child am / is physically fit and, should this condition change at any time during the program I will notify the administration of the Recreation Department immediately. The Recreation Department has my permission to call Emergency 911 and/or to send me /my child to a hospital or emergency care facility, and the hospital and medical staff have my authorization to provide emergency treatment deemed necessary for the well being of me/my child. I agree to abide by all posted, written, or verbally communi-cated rules and regulations administered by the Recreation staff concerning this program. I authorize the Recreation Department to take, display, and publish photographs, slides or videos for promotional and/or educational purposes. I have read, understood, and accept the terms of this participant’s agreement as outlined.

Parent/Guardian (if under 18):________________________________________________________________Date:_________________

Participant Signature (if over 18):______________________________________________________________Date:_________________Office use:

Date paid:__________ Type of payment:__________ Amount _______________ Date entered:_____________ Staff initial:__________

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