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2013-14 WINTER ACTIVITIES PROGRAMFOR YOUTH AND ADULTS

CREATINGOPPORTUNITIES FORAMOREVIBRANT COMMUNITY

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Recreation & Parks Department OfficeLocation: Godnick Adult Center

1 Deer StreetRutland, Vermont 05701Office hours: 8:30AM-5:00PM Mon-Fri

Contact Information:Main phone number: 802-773-1853Email: rutlandrecreation@comcast.netVisit our website: www.rutlandrec.com

Recreation Center StaffCindi Wight, Recreation Directorcindiwight@comcast.netJay Thomas, Program Directorjaythomas24@comcast.netApril Cioffi, Program Directoraprilcioffi@comcast.netJesse Wilson, Front Deskrutlandrecreation@comcast.netLori Pinkowski, Front Deskrutlandrecreation@comcast.net

Godnick Adult CenterLocation & Contact Information1 Deer StreetMain phone number: 802-773-1853Lori Hickey, Program Directorloriahickey@comcast.net

Maintenance Department StaffContact information:Main phone number: 802-773-1828Bob Peterson, Parks DirectorJay Siliski, Maintenance Specialist ForemanDuke Canney, Maintenance SpecialistJeff Pratt, Maintenance SpecialistTyler Dahlin, Maintenance SpecialistKyle Bourgeois, Maintenance Specialist

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONSHow do I register?

• You can register anytime during office hours atthe Godnick Adult Center.

• You can register on-line for programs atwww.rutlandrec.com.

• No registrations can be placed over the phone• Registrations will be accepted until the program

is filled.• Early registration is encouraged as programs fill

up quickly

PLEASE NOTE: Programs can fill before the $10discount date. Coming in to register on or before thediscount date does not guarantee the program will beopen.

When does registration begin?Upon receipt of the brochure, residents are encouragedto register for the fall programs beginningMonday, October 28, 2013.

Am I a resident?If you live within the Rutland City limits you are aresident.

What do non-residents pay?• Non-residents pay an additional $11

administrative fee per program• Limited access programs may have a later

registration date for non-residents. If so, it willbe noted under the program information.

What is the refund policy?• A full refund (minus a $5 administrative fee)

will be given for withdrawal from a program ifrequested ten (10) business days prior to thestart of the program.

• If the department makes changes to a programthat prohibits a participant from attendingthe program, there is a full refund with noadministrative fees.

• A 50% refund will be given for withdrawal from aprogram if the request is made less than 10 daysprior but before the class has started. In the caseof team sports, the date the program has startedis the date the teams are formed.

• A 25% refund will be given for withdrawal fromthe program if a request is made on the day thatthe program started (or the day after for eveningclasses). There are no refunds after that date.

• All requests for refunds must be madein writing by filling out a Refund RequestForm, which is available in the office.

Please note: Return Check Fee PolicyThere is a fee of $40 from customers whosechecks have been returned to the city.

What if a program is postponed or cancelled?• Inclement Weather: In the event of rain some

programs may be cancelled. You should checkour website www.rutlandrec.com

• Other Cancellations: We reserve the rightto cancel any programs due to insufficientenrollment or for other reasons preventing theacceptable presentation of the activity.

Do you provide scholarships?The Rutland Recreation and Parks Department and theRecreation Committee recognize that the chargingof fees for programs may place such an economichardship on some individuals that they are unable toparticipate. For that reason, a fee reduction waiversystem is available for eligible residents of RutlandCity.

• All scholarships will run from July 1st to June30th of each year.

• Persons applying must do so before June 15thto be activated by July 1st.

• You must reapply each year to see if you areeligible for a scholarship.

• Contact the recreation office for informationor to apply for the scholarship.

• Confidentiality will be maintained.

Do you provide insurance?The Rutland Recreation and Parks Department doesnot provide accident or hospitalization insurance forparticipants. Participants are strongly advised to haveadequate insurance. Participation is at your own risk.

Are your programs accessible?Reasonable accommodations will be provided uponrequest to ensure that programs are accessible to allindividuals regardless of challenge.

Do you have a participant behavior policy?Behaviors of participants that pose a risk to otherparticipants, staff and or the participant himself/herselfor that so alters the program to such a degree that weare no longer offering the intended program, will be acause to remove the participant or participants fromthe program either temporarily or permanently.

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GODNICK ADULT CENTER1 Deer St. 773-1853Department offices, program/meeting rooms, exerciseroom, meal site, gazebo, shuffleboard courts, open space.

ALEXANDER KEEFE MEMORIAL PARKWater St.

MONSIGNOR THOMAS CONNOR MEMORIAL PARKMeadow St. - Two Basketball courts, three tennis courts,two softball fields (one with lights), open fields, picnictables, gazebo, and playground equipment.

WHITE MEMORIAL PARKAvenue B off of Jackson Ave.Swimming and wading pools, pool house, baseball field,five tennis courts, two basketball courts, and playground.

GIORGETTI & PINE HILL PARKOff Oak St. 775-7976Baseball field, open space, ice-skating, Pine Hill BikeShop and Skate Park and trails for hiking, snowshoeingand mountain biking.

ROTARY PARKOff North St.Playground, basketball, tennis courts, and open space

JUSTIN THOMAS MEMORIAL PARKMadison St.Gazebo, playground equipment, tots area, picnic tables.

RIVER ST. MINI-PARKRiver St.Playground equipment, tots area, and picnic table.

CIOFFREDI COMPLEXTemple St.Two softball fields, open space.

MAIN STREET PARKMain St. - Arboretum, Gazebo, and benches.

DEPOT PARKMerchants RowHome of Farmer’s Market and Downtown Christmasdisplay.

CENTER ST. ALLEYAccess via Merchant’s Row, Center St., Wales St. andWashington St.

COURCELLE BUILDINGNorth Street Ext.

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As I type this our parks staff is working hardon making ice at Giorgetti. By the timeyou receive the brochure we will be open for

skating! It was a great summer and has been abusy fall. I’d like to thank all of our staff, especiallyBob Peterson our parks director, for helping ourdepartment run smoothly during this transitiontime. Our goal is to provide exceptional service,quality programs and safe and beautiful parks.With our team we are able to accomplish our goals!

I would like to showcase our latest communityproject – the new playground at White’s Park. Thiswas a full staff and community adventure and thefinal product was a new playground, new garden,cleaned up brook area, well painted buildings, edgedcourts and new trails! We honored Dr. Art Wolk,Carol Tashie and Master Sergeant Chris Chapinat our final work day building the Playground ofHeroes.

The funding for the new playground was jump-started with a donation from the Shinn Family. Thecity then stepped forward with money from thegeneral fund; we received a state buildings grant;and then a matching grant from the Let Them BeKids Foundation. I’d like to thank the communitymembers who helped through the process fromapplying for the LTBK grant through to planningfor the building day: Brandy Atland, ThomasHartigan, Peggy & Andy Shinn, Chuck Piotrowski,Rob Townsend, Ken Shattuck, Rodney Ward, andNate Dansereau. We are very appreciative of GreenMountain Power, Rutland Regional Medical Centerand General Electric for committing communitymembers with our committee and offering supporton the build days. Also a huge thank you goesto Stafford Technical Center. Lyle Jepson, theschool director, connected us with the CulinaryDepartment who served food for both build days;the Power Mechanics and Welding class who workedhard for two days to weld the equipment together;and the Natural Resources crew who did the prepwork prior to the September build day along thebrook.

One of the caveats of the grant is that thechildren design the playground. April Cioffi andI met with campers at all Rutland City Tapestrysites, Rutland Recreation day camp and theBoys & Girls Club day camp in July. It was veryinspiring and exciting to see what the childrenwanted for playground equipment. They took theirresponsibilities seriously and selectively used theirvotes. On the build day I enjoyed asking the childrenpresent if they saw what they had chosen in thefinal design. They were proud to show what theyhad chosen!

We had so many great community volunteerscome out for the build days that we are inspired towork closer with the community on future projects!It looks like one of those is the Main Street Parkgazebo. If that is near and dear to your heartplease email me at cindiwight@comcast.net and wewill either get you on our committee or put you onthe volunteer list for the work days. Thank you!

Cindi Wight, CPRE

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ANNUAL SANTA’S ARRIVAL &TREE LIGHTING

DATE: 12/7/13DAY: SaturdayTIME: 6:00PMSanta arrives in Depot Park where the holidaytree will be lit. Refreshments will be provided.

SANTAPHONECALLS

DATE: 12/12/13DAY: ThursdayTIME: 5:30-7:30PMForm available on-line at www.rutlandrec.comor stop by and see us.

Special arrangements have been made totransfer phone calls from Santa in the North Poleto Rutland City children. Stop in and fill out aspecial Santa’s Elf form. We only wish that Santacould see the smiles his calls bring.

HOLIDAY GIFT CERTIFICATES

Give the gift of healthy recreational activitiesfor children and adults. Available at the GodnickCenter.

CHESS CLUB

DAY: TuesdaysTIME: 7:00-9:00PMLOCATION: Godnick Adult Center

The Chess Club in Rutland was founded to givethe public an arena in which to work on theirchess skills. Chess provides a mind enhancingskill not only to the youth, but adults as well.The club is willing to teach anyone who is willingto learn using their wide variety of skill levels.All ages are welcome to join.

ANNUAL WINTER FEST!

Saturday February 111:00AM – 2:00PM at Giorgetti ParkStay tuned for details!Join us for our 12th Annual Winter Fest

Co-sponsored by Come Alive Outside.

HOLIDAY CLAY ORNAMENTMAKING WORKSHOPS

DAYS: Saturdays 12/7/13 & 12/14/13TIME: 10:00 – 11:15AMFEE: $20 for two workshops and fourornaments, more ornaments can be done withan additional $3 per ornament fee.

Join us for a festive hand-making ornamentevent. The first Saturday we will be making fourornaments out of clay and cookie cuttersand the second Saturday we will be glazing(painting) them.**Please plan on attending both workshopsin order to complete ornaments.All ages welcome!Children preschool and under need to beaccompanied by an adult.Hand-made one-of-a-kind ornaments make greatgifts, and don’t forget the teachers.They will be ready to pick up by Dec. 18th.2 day workshop includes: instruction, clay, tools,firings, and glazes (paints). We will have lots ofdesigns/cookie cutters to choose from.

SKATE WITH SANTA!DATE: Monday 12/23/13TIME: 10:00AM - 12:00PMLOCATION: Giorgetti Arena

This event is intended for ages 10 and under plusparents & grandparents who are encouraged tojoin their children on the ice. Admission is freewith special $1 skate rentals

HO HO! HOLIDAY TREATSDATE: Monday 12/23/13TIME: 8:30AM – 10:45AMLOCATION: Godnick Adult Center

Join RHS Junior Catherine DiPalma for afun workshop learning how to make fun anddelicious holiday themed treats! Open to ages8-12. Pre-registration is required.FEE: $10 resident and $12 non-resident

EXPLORE PINE HILL PARK

DATE: Tuesday 12/24/13TIME: 10:00AM – 12:00PM

Come take a self guided fresh air adventurethrough the Pine Hill Park trail system. A storywalk will guide you to marshmallows and hotchocolate at the quarry in the park. Pre-registerfor your chance to win a family pass to GiorgettiRink. This is a snow/rain/sun adventure soplease make sure to dress for the weather.Free!

Special Events & Programs

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WINTER PROGRAMPolicies & Procedures ............. 2Rec Message ........................... 2Special Events & Programs ..3Youth Programs ......................4Team Sports............................4Giorgetti Arena.......................5Adult Programs.......................5Senior Programs .....................6

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YOUTH PROGRAMS TEAM SPORTS

VOLUNTEER COACHESNEEDED!

Volunteer coaches are the backbone of therecreation department youth sports programs.We appreciate the efforts of all of our volunteersover the years. Unfortunately, it has becomeincreasingly difficult to find an adequate numberof volunteers each season. Effective immediately,if there are an insufficient number of volunteersat the program start date, the program maybe delayed, amended or even canceled. Pleasenote that participants fees for our programs arebased on adults stepping forward to volunteer;in the event that programs have to move topaid staff, program fees will have to increasesignificantly. Please contact April Cioffi 282-5750for additional information.

BASKETBALLRAIDER FALL BASKETBALL CLINICSClinics provide players with the opportunity towork on their game and improve their skills.Fundamental offensive skills will be emphasizedas they serve as a base of everything else thatyou will do throughout your basketball career.STAFF: Rutland Raider Varsity Basketball

Coaches and PlayersGRADES: 1-3 & 4-8DATES: 11/10, 11/24 & 11/27TIMES: 3PM – 4PM (Grades 1-3)*

4PM – 5PM (Grades 4-8)**11/27: 9AM – 10AM (Grades 1-3)10AM – 11AM (Grades 4-8)

LOCATION: Keefe GymFEE: $10 per sessionCODE: 321022

RAIDER BASKETBALL PLAYOFF CAMPThis camp is for boys and girls of all ages whowant to improve their game. Sessions will beginwith skill work, which includes shooting, passing,and ball handling. The latter half of the sessionswill include game play development and offensiveand defensive strategies designed to meet theneeds of the aspiring player. Drills to enhanceyour quickness, agility, explosiveness, corestrength, passing skills, defense, and individual1-on-1, 2-on-2 play are just part of the package.STAFF: Rutland Raider Varsity Basketball

Coaches and PlayersGRADES: 3-8DATES: 2/17/14 – 2/21/14TIMES: 9AM-12PMLOCATION: Keefe GymFEE: $53 Resident, $64 Non ResidentCODE: 421782 A

1ST & 2ND GRADESHave fun while learning the basic skills neededto play the game of basketball. Learn to dribble,pass and shoot (but no dunking please!) inthis forty-five minute introduction to the worldof basketball. Parents are encouraged to get

involved and help out the staff! Registration feeincludes a t-shirt.DIRECTOR: Joan OlsonGRADES: 1-2 Boys and GirlsDATES: 1/4/14 – 2/8/14DAY: SaturdaysTIME: 8:00AM-8:45AMLOCATION: Keefe GymFEE: $33 Resident, $44 Non ResidentLATE REGISTRATION FEE: $10 late fee will becharged to registrations on or after 12/21CODE: 421712 – A

3RD/4TH GRADEThis year will be our first year of team play forcombined 3rd/4th grade players. The season willconsist of approximately ten games per team,coach run practices, and four skill sessionsthroughout the session directed by Joan Olson.The season will kick off the week of November18th. Each team will be coached by a volunteer.COACHES: VolunteersGRADE: 3rd/4thDATES: Season begins mid-November and

finishes early-MarchDAYS/TIME: Practices and Games could bescheduled any weekday evening and any timeon Saturday. Schedules will depend on gymavailability and the volunteer coach’s schedule.LOCATION: Practices will be held in gyms inRutland City and games will be held in Rutlandand nearby towns.FEE: 3rd/4th Grade

$60 Resident; $71 Non ResidentUNIFORM DEPOSIT: A separate check or cashfor $40.00 is required for a uniform deposit.REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 11/18/13CODE: 422012 – B/G

5TH/6TH GRADEWe are looking forward to another fun season ofbasketball starting the season off with open gymNovember 18th – 26th. Teams will begin practicesin December. Teams will practice approximatelytwice a week; once games begin teams will playone to two games per week on average. Theseason will finish in mid March. For completeinformation please contact April Cioffi 282-5750or visit our website rutlandrec.com.COACHES: VolunteersGRADES: 5th-6thDATES: Season begins mid-November andfinishes early-MarchDAYS/TIME: Practices and Games scheduledany weekday evening and anytime on Saturday.LOCATION: Practices will be held in gyms inRutland City and games will be held in Rutlandand nearby towns.FEE: 5th/6th Grade

$60 Resident; $71 Non ResidentUNIFORM DEPOSIT: A separate check or cashfor $40.00 is required for a uniform deposit.REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 11/18/13CODE: 422122 – B/G

FEBRUARY VACATION CAMPSchool on break? Let your kids enjoy a full,fun week of camp! There will be an all day tripto the Upper Valley Aquatic Center plus eachchild will have the opportunity to go swimmingat VAC and climb at the Green Mountain RockClimbing Center. In addition we will have superarts & crafts, fun sports in the gym and plenty ofoutside time at Giorgetti Park. We will be skatingand sledding (think snow!) at Giorgetti. Theweek will conclude with a BBQ.GRADES: K-6DATES: 2/17/14 – 2/21/14DAYS: Mon-FriTIME: 9:00 – 3:00 with pre and post careavailable starting at 8:00AM-5:00PMLOCATION: Northwest SchoolFEE: $99 Resident $110 Non ResidentCODE: 426741-AFEE: Pre & post care $119 NR - $130CODE: 426741-BLATE FEE: $10 late registration fee applied onor after 2/8/14

RUTLAND YOUTH THEATERBeauty and the Beast Jr.Guest Director: Eric MalletteStage Manager: Mikki Lane

SHOW DATES: December 13 & 14

Join us at the Paramount Theatre for this familyfriendly musical. Tickets will be on sale at theParamount Box office or at www.paramountvt.org.

HANDS ON MINDS ONCHILDREN’S ART STUDIO

• All art programs on hold due tostudio transition.

• Artrageous Birthday parties stillavailable!

Please visit www.rutlandrec.com/programs/hands-on-minds-on-art-studio for updated

information. We are optimistic for January!

ROCK CLIMBING

There are 5 levels in our climbing program. Introis for those that are brand new to rock climbing;Level 1 is for climbers who have successfullypassed intro or have had previous exposure torock climbing; Level 2 is for climbers who areready to learn how to be a true climber and climbset routes; Levels 3 and 4 build on previouslearned skills. Rock climbing is a lifetime skilland an excellent way for your child to participatein a full body fitness program. The introductionand Level 1 classes include a t-shirt and if yousuccessfully pass any level you receive a patch.

LOCATION: Green Mountain Rock ClimbingCenter

INSTRUCTORS: GMRCC StaffAGES: K – 8You must pass the prior level or have instructorpermission to move to the next level.

Intro and Level 1S1 DATES: 1/13/14 – 2/3/14S2 DATES: 2/24/14 – 3/17/14DAY: MondaysTIME: 4:00-5:00pm (Intro)

5:00-6:00pm (1)FEES: $63 Resident $74 Non-residentLATE FEE: $10 late registration fee applied lessthan 10 days of the program start dateCODE: Intro 421011 A/G |

Level 1 421011 B/H

Level 2&3S1 DATES: 1/14/14 – 2/11/14S2 DATES: 2/25/14 – 3/25/14DAY: TuesdaysTIME 4:00-5:00pm (2)

5:00 – 6:00 PM (3)FEES: $78 Resident $89 Non-residentLATE FEE: $10 late registration fee applied lessthan 10 days of the program start dateCODE: Level 2 421011 C/I |

Level 3: 421011 D/J

Level 4S1 DATES: 1/16/14 – 2/13/14S2 DATES: 2/27/14 – 3/27/14DAY: ThursdaysTIME: 4:00-5:00pmFEES: $78 Resident $89 Non-residentLATE FEE: $10 late registration fee applied lessthan 10 days of the program start dateCODE: Level 4: 421011 E/M

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GIORGETTI ARENA OPENSMONDAY OCTOBER 28TH

ICE SKATING LESSONS

We are thrilled to again offer structured grouplessons with our very enthusiastic instructors.Our classes have a low ratio of instructor tostudent. Tot classes are 1:5 and our older studentsare 1:8. Lessons are open to ages 3+ and aredivided by ability and age. The lessons are aimedat developing core skating skills and improvingexisting skills.DAY: Saturday morningsTIMES: 9:30 – 10:00;

10:00 – 10:30;10:30 – 11:00.

Classes also include 30 minutes of additionalself-guided practice time.FEE: $45 Resident $56 Non-resident$10 late fee will be charged to all registrationsless than 10 days prior to the program startdate.

SESSION: 1DATES: 11/9/13 – 12/21/13

No class 11/30/13CODE: 461751-A

SESSION: 2DATES: 1/4/14 – 2/8/14CODE: 461751-B

ADULT & TEEN LESSONSWould you like to skate for fitness, skate withgrace or just enjoy skating with your kids or at theteen skate? The class is designed for those witha minimum of some skating ability even if it isremoving the rust from what you knew 30 yearsago! Adult class also appropriate for adult hockeyplayers looking to improve their skating skills.Classes are 30 minutes long with 30 minutes ofadditional self-guided practice time.

DAY: Saturday morningsTIMES: 8:30-9:00 and 9:00-9:30Classes also include 30 minutes of additionalself-guided practice time.FEE: $45 Resident $56 Non-resident$10 late fee will be charged to all registrations lessthan 10 days prior to the program start date.

SESSION 1:DATES: 11/9/13 – 12/21/13

No class 11/30/13CODE: 461751-C

SESSION 2:DATES: 1/4/14 – 2/8/14CODE: 461751-D

PRIVATE LESSONSContact the Recreation Department for phonenumbers for our skating instructors. The skater isresponsible for paying the rink for ice cost and theinstructor for lesson fees.

FREESTYLE OPEN SKATE – ALL AGESWe offer open free style figure skating twiceper week; Thursdays from 3:00 to 5:00 PM andSaturdays from 8:30 to 9:30 AM. Fee: $6 residentsand $8 non-residents. Schedule is subject tochange due to special events. For updated weeklyschedule, please check out www.rutlandrec.com.

CENTRAL VERMONT FIGURE SKATINGCLUBFreestyle skating is available for club membersSunday mornings from 7:30 to 10:30 beginningNovember 3rd though February 9th (no ice1/26/14). The cost for Sunday morning sessionsis $350 for the year (14 weeks), paid in advance.If you’d like to check it out first, there is a dropin fee of $15/hr. for residents and $18/hr. for non-residents (maximum of two visits). Drop in feeswill be deducted from your membership if youdecide to join.

We are a loose affiliation of figure skaters, somecompetitive, some strictly recreational, working

on many different levels to improve our skills andhave a great time doing it. We welcome all levelsof figure skaters but for safety reasons, youngerchildren must skate well enough to get out ofthe way of fast moving competitive skaters andbe mature enough to be aware of their presence.This is not an appropriate time for beginningskaters. We especially extend a welcome to adultswho haven’t done figure skating in years butwould like to give it a try again. Come join us fora great, fun workout!

PUBLIC SKATE – ALL AGESSeveral times per week the rink will be opento the public for skating. A concession stand,warming room and rental skates are available. Forweekly schedules check out www.rutlandrec.com

CO-ED ADULT HOCKEYThis is a great way to spend an evening with yoursignificant other or friends. This is a recreationaldrop in program for players of all abilities. Nocontact, no slap shot games each week. Pleasecheck out www.rutlandrec.com for up to dateweekly schedule.

DATES: 10/28/13 - 2/24/14DAYS: MondaysTIME: 7:45 PM - 9:15 PMFEE: $10 per skate residents;

$11 per skate non-residentsPUNCH CARD:

10-sessions $80 resident$91 non-residents

STICK AND PUCK – ALL AGESFor up to date schedule go to www.rutlandrec.com.

CURLING

On October 30th, the Rutland Rocks CurlingClub will begin its seventh season of curlingat Giorgetti Arena. The club curls on Sundayand Wednesday evenings from October throughFebruary. Observers are welcome to attendsessions and see how members strategize thegame and deliver the stones.Interested parties are encouraged to attend aFREE open house on Sunday Nov. 3rd from 3:00to 5:00 PM at Giorgetti Arena. In addition tolearning about the sport, participants will be ableto get on the ice to give it a try.Learn to Curl sessions will be offered throughoutthe season. Details on the club and schedule maybe found at www.rutlandrocks.com.

PARTIES AND SPECIAL EVENTS

Giorgetti Arena will be available throughout theskating season for your special event. Pleasecheck us out for birthday parties, school orcorporate functions, or any other celebration. Forpricing and schedule information, please contactJay Thomas at 282-5689 orjaythomas24@comcast.net.

OPENSMONDAY OCTOBER 28TH

7TH/8TH GRADEThe Middle School will run its traditionalintramural program during the monthsof November and December and select itstravel teams after the intramural season.We encourage everyone interested inbasketball to participate in the intramuralprogram. Once Middle School teams havebeen selected, players pre-registered in theRecreation Department program and notplaying for the middle school teams, will beginto practice and play. Pre-Registration for theRutland Recreation Department programis required and you must be registered byWednesday November 20, 2013. This will allowus to determine the viability of the programand allow us to set-up a schedule of games.Please note that the Rutland RecreationDepartment will attempt to schedule gameswith teams not traditionally on the RMSschedule.

COACHES: VolunteersGRADES: 7th – 8th Girls and BoysDATES: Season runs December through

mid-MarchDAYS/TIMES: TDB by gym availability andvolunteer coach’s scheduleFEE: (Fees include a $30 facility feeto cover gym rental costs)

$73 Resident; $84 Non ResidentUNIFORM DEPOSIT: A separate check orcash for $40.00 is required for a uniformdeposit.REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 11/20/13

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BREAD BAKINGSESSION 1: Christmas Yeast BreadsSaturday, November 16, 2013Hands on class for making festive, yet easy rolls,wreaths and braids. This is a great class forbeginner bakers. Materials list provided uponregistration.

Rustic Fruit DessertsSaturday, January 11, 2014 10-12 NoonMany hands make light work. Join us for ahands on workshop to make seasonal examplesof a galette and a skillet pie. Please bring anapron and a coffee or tea cup, too.

INSTRUCTOR: June OsowskiAGES: Adult (youth welcome witha participating adult)DAYS: SaturdayTIME: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.LOCATION: Godnick Adult CenterFEE: $5 per personCODE: 461011

INTEGRATIVE YOGAThis class is gentle to moderate in nature,and all are welcome. Beginners will havean experience that is challenging but safe;experienced students will learn how to work at adeeper level to develop a more personal practice.Each class will include postures, breathingexercises, and relaxation as well as other yogictechniques. Please bring a towel or mat.INSTRUCTOR: Stephanie Jones

INTEGRATIVE YOGA SESSION 1(7 weeks-no class Nov. 27)DATES: 10/30/13 – 12/18/13DAY: WednesdaySECTION A:TIMES: 5:00 – 6:15 PMCODE: 371303-3SECTION B:TIMES: 6:30 – 7:45 PMFEE: $41 Resident $52 Non-ResidentCODE: 371303-4

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WINTER SESSION (8 weeks)DATES: 1/8/14 – 2/26/14 WEDNESDAYSTIMES: SECTION A: 5:00 – 6:15 PM

SECTION B: 6:30 – 7:45 PMLOCATION: Godnick Adult CenterFEE: $46 Resident $57 Non-ResidentCODE: 471303

STRENGTH TRAINING

This course is designed to Burn the Fat andFeed the Muscle. This total body fitness programhas been designed to teach proven principlesof progressive weight training and nutrition formaximum muscle building, toning and fat loss.You will need to purchase a set of adjustabledumb bells.INSTRUCTOR: John Scaralia

SECTION A:DATES: 11/5/13 – 12/12/13DAYS: Tuesday and ThursdayTIME: 6:00 – 7:00 PM

(No class 11/28/13)FEE: $70 Resident $81 Non-ResidentCODE: 471243 A

SECTION B:DATES: 1/7/14 – 2/13/14DAYS: Tuesday and ThursdayTIME: 6:00 – 7:00 PMLOCATION: Godnick Adult CenterFEE: $70 Resident $81 Non-ResidentCODE: 471243 B

FENCING CLUB

Join our informal fencing club! The club runsyear-round with registrations on a quarterlybasis. Beginners are welcome to come and learnthe footwork involved with fencing. All levelswelcome. Participants need to provide their ownequipment. Rolling enrollment throughout theseason.

FACILITATOR: Gene GyoriAGES: 12+DATES: 1/07/14 - 3/25/14 TUESDAYS

(no class on 3/4/14)TIME: 7:00 – 8:00 PMFEE: $38 $49 NON-RESIDENTLOCATION: Godnick CenterCODE:

READING AND DISCUSSIONThe book for November 26 is “Once We WereBrothers” by Ronald H. Balson. This is a compellingtale of two boys and a family who struggle to survivein war-torn Poland, and a young love that strugglesto endure the unspeakable cruelty of the Holocaust.

DANCINGCOUNTRY LINE DANCEJoin us for a fun cardiovascular workout with bothnew and old-line dances. No experience necessaryand no partner needed.INSTRUCTOR: Marilyn SheldonDAY: TuesdaysTIME: 9:30 – 10:30 AMFEE: $3 per class or 10 classes for $25

GROOVEY GRANNIES LINE DANCEIntermediate line dance, mostly country with a littlevariety. No partner is needed. The line dance classalso includes the option of practicing routines forentertaining residents at the local nursing homes.INSTRUCTOR: Marilyn SheldonDAY: Thursdays, no class on 11/28TIME: 9:30 – 10:30 AMFEE: $3 per class or 10 classes for $25

EXERCISE PROGRAMSFIT FOR LIFE:Increase your level of fitness with simple low impactexercise, step, strength work and flexibility. This isnot a class for beginners.INSTRUCTOR: Marilyn SheldonDAYS: Mondays and Wednesdays, no

class 11/11 or 11/27TIME: 9:25-10:30 AMFEE: $3 per class or 10 classes for $25

BONE BUILDERS EXERCISE PROGRAMWeights are provided. All you need to bring is abottle of water. Program is provided by RSVP. Pleasecontact RSVP for more information at 775-8220.DAYS: Mondays and WednesdaysDAYS: Tuesdays and ThursdaysTIME: 1:00 – 1:45 PM, 9:00- 9:45 AMTIME: 3:30 – 4:15 PM,

Or 5:30 – 6:15 PMNo classes on Monday, 11/11 or Thursday, 11/28.FEE: Free

PRANA YOGANo experience necessary. Gentle movementswith body awareness, and breathing exercises toinvigorate and relax the body and the mind. Bring amat or blanket, and wear comfortable clothes. Posesmay be done in a chair, or standing. The studentis guided to move into a posture only so far as itfeels right to her/his body. ALSO: 11:30 am to noon:Introduction to meditation, a variety of styles andtechniques. No charge for the meditation.INSTRUCTOR: Tammy Brown

DAY: Friday, no class 11/29TIME: 10:30-11:30 AMFEE: $5.00 per class

MOVERS and SHAKERSDo you have Parkinson’s disease or know someonewho does? An exercise group meets every Mondayat 2:30 PM. The program of low impact exercise isdesigned to maintain or improve flexibility, strength,and balance. Join the Movers and Shakers andexercise in a supportive and relaxing environment.This is a free program offered by RSVP and theGodnick Center. No class 11/11.

WELLNESSFOOTCARE with staff from RAVNAHDATE: Last Wednesday of every monthTIME: 12:30 PM till finishedFEE: Donation of $10

MEALBRUNCH on Wednesday, October 30, at 11 a.m. Themenu will consist of pancakes and maple syrup,scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage, potatoes, fruitsalad, juice and coffee. The fee of $4 is due at time ofregistration. Please register by Monday, October 28.

LUNCHEScontact Meals on Wheels at 775-0133 for reservationsDAYS: Mondays and ThursdaysTIME: 11:45 AMFEE: $3.50 donation for those over 60

and $5.00 for those under

The HOLIDAY LUNCHEON is Friday, December20. Look for more information in the NovemberNewsletter.

OTHER SOCIAL ACTIVITIESMOVIE and SNACKSOnce a month we select a different movie and watchit on our TV. Call 773-1853 to see what the selectionis for this month.

“Knitting and more”Want to knit or crotchet with a group? Come join uson Tuesday afternoons at 1 pm. Meet new friends,work on personal projects, help with new ones.

BINGOMondays and Thursdays at 1:15 PM (No Bingo on11/11 or 11/28.)

PARTY BRIDGETuesday and Thursday afternoons at 1:00 PM. Thebridge group is always looking for new players. (NoBridge on 11/28.)

PINOCHLEWe have some people looking to get a Pinochle

game going. They would like to play one afternoonduring the week. If you are interested in playingstop in the office and let Lori know. When we havea group that wants to play the majority will choose aday and time.

SuDoKu:Wednesday afternoons at two o’clock. The SuDoKufor Seniors program will run classes cateringto absolute beginners as well as more advancedplayers. (SuDoKu is pure logic requiring nomathematical knowledge or inclination.) The classesare free of charge.

SEMINARS & WORKSHOPSAARP SAFE DRIVINGWith Sharen Underwood is on Wednesday, November6, from 11 am to 4 p.m. This is a course for seniorsto refresh their driving knowledge. Some insurancecompanies give discounts if you have taken thecourse. Check with yours to see if they do. Pre-registration is required. Call Sharen Underwoodat 235-2132. Fee is $12/members and $14/non-members.

OSHER LIFELONG LEARNINGINSTITUTE –2013

Sessions are 1:30 to 3 pm. on Friday afternoons atthe Godnick Adult Ctr. Each session includes a talkfollowed by time for questions & answers, comments& discussion. For non-members the fee for eachlecture is $5 at the door.

November 1: Surveillance Culture: Who’sWatching You? - Traci GriffithNovember 8: George C. Marshall: Soldier-Statesman of the American Century - Mark A.StollerNovember 15: Have All Your Papers in Order?Think Again - Denise A. ClarkNovember 22: The North American Beaver,Purveyor of Fine Fur - Kurt J.Valenta

PROJECT SNOW SHOVELIS BACK!

This program is for senior adults who live inRutland City and need to have their drivewaysand or personal sidewalks and car cleared after astorm. To qualify you must be physically incapableof shoveling your own snow and financially unableto have snow shoveled. The financial bottom lineis we cannot approve applications with householdincomes in excess of $25,000.00 for a family of twoand $19,500.00 for a single person. Income includesall household income. There is no fee charged forthis service. Due to potential demand for this servicewe may have to limit the number of applicants. Youneed a request/waiver form. They’ll be available inthe office the week of 11/18/13.

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3"'2 5#/ )&4$2 5),2 - 5#/ .!Learn to Skate to Play Hockey - FREE 1st Time / $40 per session for returning skatersThis program occurs Saturday mornings at Spartan Arena from 8:30 to 9:30 during two 6-week

sessions. The 1st session runs Nov 9 to Dec 14, 2013 and the 2nd session Jan 4 through Feb 8,

2014. Arrive starting at 7:45am for registration. Please complete the Learn to Skate form found in

the Registration section of our website (www.rahavt.org) prior to arrival for quicker processing.

Newcomers: it’s FREE for your first-ever 6-week session. The cost for all others is only $40

per session. Loaner skates and equipment are available at no cost; sizes and amounts are

limited. Helmets are required and bike helmets are acceptable.

Try Hockey for FREE Day! - November 2, 2013 @ Spartan Arena 3 - 5pmWatch our website for details and registration information.

Beginner Hockey - FREE 1st Time / $75 per session for returning skatersTakes place on Friday nights at 5:15 p.m. at Giorgetti Arena beginning November 8, 2013

running through February 14, 2013. Starter equipment is available. Your child will just

need skates! Your child will learn the game of hockey and develop new friendships.

Bring your USA Hockey and RAHA registration forms to any Friday night session.

Requires USA Hockey registration.

House Hockey - $150Want to play hockey? Not sure if you want to travel? Maybe you are involved in other

winter activities? Then House Hockey is for you!!! House players practice with age

appropriate travel teams once per week and then have pickup games on Fridays

beginning in November 2013 and running into February 2014.

Requires USA Hockey registration.

For Beginner Hockey and House Hockey programs, all skaters must register with USA Hockey

at www.usahockeyregistration.com. USA Hockey charges a registration and affiliate fee of $44

for birth years 2007 and older. You must provide RAHA with a copy of your child’s USA Hockey

registration. You can find RAHA registration forms on our website, www.rahavt.org

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Email: vtraha@gmail.com or call Nora Moore, Registrar, at 802-770-8366 or

Carleton Laird, RAHA President at 802-236-0038. Registration available online at www.rahavt.org.

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Rutland Regional Medical CenterRehabilitation Services

160 Allen Street, Rutland, VT 05701 • www.RRMC.org • 802.747.1840

Our Expert Rehabilitation Specialists Help YouGet Back to Your Game, Whatever That May Be…

After Liz Morton tore her ACL, our team helped her get back on her feet…and back on the slopes…in time to still enjoy the season.

An avid weekend skier, Liz fell during the second run of her 2012 winter season and tore her AnteriorCruciate Ligament (ACL). Her injury was serious, but for Liz, having surgery was just not practical.

Instead, Liz opted for physical therapy treatment atRutland Regional to stabilize and strengthen herknee and leg. Working with a great team ofrehabilitation specialists she was back on skisbefore the end of the season.

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