st. albans recreation spring & summer 2013 program guide
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St. Albans Recreation Department Spring & Summer 2013 Program GuideTRANSCRIPT
Inside:Welcome! . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3After .School . . . . . . . . . . . . 4Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-7Walk .& .Run . . . . . . . . . . . . 8Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8-9Swimming . . . . . . . . . 10-11Camps . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12-14Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . 14-15
Spring & Summer 2013 Program Guide
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Welcome! The St. Albans Recreation Commission is dedicated to developing quality recreational programs for all groups in our community. We hope this guide will help you to plan for the upcoming season and we encourage your participation.
REGISTRATION: Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise specified. Register for all programs at www.stalbansrec.com. Any fees necessary must be paid at the time of registration. Upon registration, an indi-vidual is immediately enrolled. You will not be notified unless there is a prob-lem concerning your registration. Anyone who will be affected by a change in a course offering will be notified accordingly. Please remember that all programs are offered on a “first-come, first-served” basis. Wondering if there is still room in a program? The site will not allow you to register unless there is room.
REFUNDS: Refunds are not issued unless a class is canceled. Refund checks will be mailed to participants within one to four weeks after the cancellation of a course.
INSURANCE: The Recreation Department assumes no responsibility for in-juries or accidents occurring at programs or activities. Such insurance would make program fees prohibitive.
CANCELLATIONS: The Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel a class for which there is insufficient registration or for any other reasonable cause which prevents the presentation of the subject in an acceptable manner.
THANKS TO VOLUNTEERS! The Recreation Department is grateful to the volunteers who share their skills with others. The scope of the recreational program can increase with the help of volunteers who can be a part of the program by helping others. If you have a skill or hobby to share, please call the Office at 524-1500 ext. 266.
PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: The Department of Recreation offers people with disabilities the opportunity to participate in all programs. If you or your child have a disability and do not know whether your needs will be met in a particular program, please call us. We may be able to advise you on program selections. We welcome your suggestions... they may lead to the creation of a totally new program. In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), effective January 26, 1992; it is a policy of the City of St. Albans not to discriminate on the basis of disabilities in the provision of its benefits, services and activities. Auxiliary aids and reasonable accommodations shall be made upon request to ensure that all the benefits, services and activities of the City of St. Albans are fully accessible to all individuals.
Financial Aid Financial Aid is available for children under the age of 21 residing in Franklin County Vermont through the Chauncey B. Warner Endowment. Applications available at your local school, the St. Albans Recreation Dept., and online at www.stalbansrec.com.
Gift Certificates St. Albans Recreation Department Gift Certificates are a great gift for ev-eryone on your list. They can be applied towards any Recreation Program and are available in any amount. It’s a thoughtful gift that creates an experience.
39 Barlow Street, St. Albans, VT 05478Phone: 802-524-1500 ext. 266 or ext. 268
www.stalbansrec.comOffice Hours: Mon-Fri, 9am – 5:30pm
Questions or comments? Please email Kelly Viens at [email protected]
KELLy VIENSRecreation Director
jESSICA FROSTRecreation Co-coordinator
CLAUDETTE BOSTWICKDay Camp Director
DEE CHRISTIEWater Safety Instruction Administrator
CAM WALSHPool Manager
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eveNtSBIRTHDAy PARTIES Have your birthday party at City Hall Gym or St. Albans City Pool! Want a big place with lots of room to run around? Our gym is perfect! Want the whole pool to yourself? Reserve a party there! Recreation Staff will run games, activities and supply the equipment. You invite the guests, bring any decorations or food you’d like, and our staff will keep the kids occupied with fun, age appropriate activities includ-ing: face painting, twistee animal balloons, basketball, floor games, hula hoops, obstacle courses, floor hockey, soccer, fat bat, dodge ball – almost anything you can think of. If you book your party at the pool, swimming and water games will be supervised by American Red Cross Certified Lifeguards. Lots of fun in the sun! Gym & Pool Policies: No alcoholic beverages, no glass beverage containers at the pool and no pets. In the event of thunder or lightning (dangerous weather), outdoor parties will be rescheduled. We have a sound system we’re happy to plug in your iPod or MP3 player. Reservations Required: You must call recreation office to reserve the time and date, then you can pay online or send in a check.
PARTy IN THE GyM WITH A jUMPy HOUSE! You can add fun to your party with a jumpy house! Choose the jumpy house option if you’re inter-ested in adding it to your party.
PARTy AT THE POOL! Invite your friends for a pool party! The entire pool, grounds and pool house are reserved for your private use! Fee includes Life-guards and staff to supervise activities. You can choose some games and/or contests or just have free swim time.
PARTy AT THE POOL WITH A jUMPy HOUSE! Have your party at the pool, swim, and have the jumpy house for an hour!
NEW! PIZZA FOR yOUR PARTy! Want us to supply pizza for your party? No problem! We’ll supply Mimmo’s pizza for your party. Both cheese & pep-peroni are available. Ordering available online when registering for party.
PARTy FEES - BASED ON 20 GUESTS
PARTy PRICING - ADDITIONAL GUESTSFor parties with more than 20 children, there is an additional charge for staff and supplies. Additional fees are as follows:
21-39 kids Additional Fee: $3040-59 kids Additional Fee: $5560-79 kids Additional Fee: $7580-100 kids Additional Fee: $95
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Activity Date Location Fees
Party in the Gym Year round City Hall Gym $125 St. Albans City Res.$162 Non-Resident
Party in the Gym w/ Jumpy House
Year round City Hall Gym $199 St. Albans City Res.$249 Non-Resident
Party at the Pool 04/01 – 08/31/2013 St. Albans City Pool $179 St. Albans City Res.$255 Non-Resident
Party at the Pool w/ Jumpy House
04/01 – 08/31/2013 St. Albans City Pool $249 St. Albans City Res. $321 Non-Resident
MOTHER & SON LAKE MONSTERS GAME ON FIREWORKS FRIDAy ALL AGES Join us at Centennial Field for this first time special Mother & Son outing. Meet up in Burlington to cheer on The Lake Monsters, Vermont’s Minor League Baseball team. Your registration includes: reserved seating, bbq dinner - in-cluding a hot dog, hamburger, chips, cookie and a soft drink, official signed baseball, fireworks after the game. You must register by June 13, 2013.
Date: Friday, June 21, 2013Time: 6:00 – 11:00 pm (BBQ from 6 – 7:30, game starts at 7:05)Location: Centennial Field, BurlingtonFee: $62 mother & son; $28/additional son $48/ mother & son; $22/ additional son with St. Albans City Resident discount
LAKE MONSTERS GAME HAVE A CATCH SUNDAy ALL AGES Meet up at Centennial Field to cheer on The Lake Monsters, Vermont’s Minor League Baseball team. Your registration includes: reserved seating, food - hotdog and drink, catch on the field - Play catch in the outfield at historic Centennial Field after the game. You must register by July 11, 2013.
Date: Sunday, July 21, 2013Time: 5:05 – 9:00 pm (gates open at 4:00)Location: Centennial Field, BurlingtonFee: $20 $15 with St. Albans City Resident discount
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AFteR SChOOLAFTERNOON FUN! GRADES K-8 Wrap up the school year with great new fun for your kids in the afternoon! Programs meet at our new location in Barlow Street Community Center at 39 Barlow Street! All afternoon activities will include a snack. Sign up for the whole month or just the days/activities that you’re interested in. Each program is limited in size - register early to avoid disappointment! Parents must make arrangements with the school. The Rec Department Staff can pick up kids from City School B Session and SATEC. Parents must contact the recreation office to arrange for pickup in advance and must notify the school that Recreation Staff will be picking up their child. Fees vary per month, but average out to about $10 per day for residents, and $13 per day for non-residents. Check www.stalbansrec.com for regis-tering and pricing options.
MONDAy BLAST OFF GRADES K-8 Join us every Monday for lots of action and lots of fun. Kids will go to City Hall, play games both indoors and out, and meet new friends. This is a great way for kids to get some exercise!
Dates: Mondays, April 1 – June 10, 2013Time: 3:00 – 5:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community Center
DISCOVERy TUESDAyS GRADES K-8 On Tuesdays at The Barlow Street Community Center kids engage in fun hands-on programs in science, gardening and food, giving them the opportu-nity to try new things - yoga and archery are some past examples. Check out our website for full description of programs.
Dates: Tuesdays, April 2 – June 11, 2013Time: 3:00 – 5:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community Center
WEDNESDAy MIx GRADES K-8 Wednesdays at Barlow Street Community Center will include a mix of activities. Kids will spend time outdoors, exploring new activities,music & art and lots of fun!
Dates: Wednesdays, April 3 – June 12, 2013Time: 3:00 – 5:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community Center
THURSDAyS ON THE MOVE GRADES K-8 On the Move Thursdays focus on activity! Outside play on the fields, courts and playground. Trips to City Hall gym when the weather doesn’t cooperate.
Dates: Thursdays, April 4 – June 13, 2013Time: 3:00 – 5:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community Center
ART FRIDAyS WITH jON yOUNG GRADES K-8 Come and join local artist Jon Young as he engages our young artists in exploration of the world of art. Kids will get to use a variety of mediums to hone their skills. Art class will run from 4:00 - 5:00 each day. Your child may arrive early to have fun before the class starts.
Dates: Fridays, April 5 – June 14, 2013Time: 3:00 – 5:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community Center
After School Programs will resume in the Fall following the school schedule. Visit our website for updates at
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jEFF’S SUMMER DECK SERIES - SUMMER SALADS & SIGNATURE COCKTAIL! AGES 21+ Join Jamie and Ben on the deck for his Signature Summer Cocktail - it’s a surprise! Jamie will be showing you how to make 3 easy Summer Salads! Those who have attended Jamie & Ben’s presentations know how wonderful they are and how quickly it will fill up, register now!
Date: Wednesday, July 31, 2013Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pmLocation: Jamie & Ben’s, 14 Messenger Street, St. AlbansFee: $33 $25 with St. Albans City Resident discount
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Tickets are available at the St. Albans City Clerk’s office, 100 Main Street, St. Albans, Monday – Friday, from 7:30 am – 4:30 pm.
Great Escape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $35 ea.Reg. $52.99/adult, $42.99/kid 2 & under freeGreat Escape Parking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $15Reg. $20/car
Six Flags . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $36 ea.Reg. $54.99/adult, $44.99/kid 2 & under free
Bromley Adventure Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . $27 ea.Reg. $45 Mtn Adventure Park, $45 Aerial Adv. or $59 for both.
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FItNeSSLIZA’S STRENGTH CLASS AGES 16+ This class is a barbell workout that strengthens your ENTIRE body. This 60-minute program challenges ALL your major muscle groups by using the BEST weight-room exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls. Great music and your choice of weight(s) will inspire you to get the results you want! Try a class if you are looking to burn calo-ries, increase lean muscle mass, gain strength, in-crease muscular and car-diovascular endurance, increase bone density and improve your posture.
Instructor: Liza RooneyDates: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays (no class April 27) Times: Tuesdays: 5:30 – 6:30 pm Thursdays: 4:15 – 5:15 pm Saturdays: 8:30 – 9:30Location: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $76 $59 with St. Albans City Resident discount
PILATES WITH LIZA AGES 14+ Bring your mat and work on that core! Come and enjoy the benefits that Pilates exercises have to offer. Pilates focuses on stretching to increase flexi-bility but with a little more emphasis on strengthening the abdominals and back muscles. If you want to firm and flatten that belly, this is the class for you!
Instructor: Liza RooneyDates: ThursdaysTimes: 5:30 – 6:30 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: Varies by month, see website
ZUMBA ALL AGES If you’re looking to start a fitness program, “ditch the workout, and join the party!” Zumba fuses hypnotic Latin rhythms and easy-to-follow moves to cre-ate a one-of-a-kind fitness program. Zumba provides one exciting hour of calo-rie-burning, body-energizing, awe-inspiring movements that will have a pro-found effect on your life! Wear sneakers and loose clothing you’re comfortable to move and sweat in. Bring a bottle of water. Drop in, or use a punch card.
Instructor: Shannon St. PierreDates: Mondays, March 4 – May 27, 2013 (no class April 29) Time: 6:15 – 7:15 pmLocation: St. Albans City GymnasiumFee: $10 $8 with St. Albans City Resident discount
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Fitness Punch CardsGood for 10 “punches” towards Liza’s Strength Class, Meditation, Boot Camp, Pilates, Fitness Swim, Aqua Jogging, Nordic Walking & more! Purchase online at www.stalbansrec.com, or email the office [email protected]. Fee: $104 $80 with St. Albans City Resident Discount
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SPRING INTO FITNESS TEAM WEIGHT LOSS & SUMMER SIZZLER FITNESS CHALLENGES AGES 14+ Join Franklin County’s most successful weight loss challenge. No Gim-micks, no special foods, nothing to buy... just common sense eating, exercise and support. There are 2 components to success: Commitment to a regular exercise program and a detailed nutrition plan we will provide. Properly com-bined, these 2 elements have the potential to bring changes you never thought possible on a personal level. Your level of success is directly related to your level of commitment. Grab a partner and sign up. No partner? No problem, we’ll find one for you. Each team member must register separately.
Dates: Spring into Fitness: Info night March 26 Tuesdays, April 2 – May 28, 2013 Summer Sizzler: Info night June 18 Tuesdays, June 25 – August 20, 2013 Times: 7:00 – 8:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $85 $65 with St. Albans City Resident discount
LUNCH CRUNCH yOGA AGES 16+ Are you trying to fit yoga into your busy day? This new 30 minute yoga class will allow you to get your flow on no matter how busy you are. We will focus on a specific body region each class, allowing you to strengthen and stretch your way to a restored you. Sign up for the month or drop in with a punch card or $8. Bring your own mat.
Instructor: Jessica FrostDates: Wednesdays, No class April 24th
Times: 12:00 – 12:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community Center, 2nd FloorFee: See website
FRIDAy FAMILy yOGA NIGHT AGES 18+ This class is appropriate for any family. Have fun practicing poses, trying out breathing techniques and playing lots of games that teach you and your family yoga poses you can do together. Move energy through your body and bring calm into your mind all in a non-competitive environment. Bring a mat if you have one! Fee is per child, no charge for the parents/adult attending with a child. Adult/Parents attending with child must also register - but no fee is charged. June, July & August will include a free swim after class!
Instructor: Jessica FrostDates: Fridays, May 3, 30, June 28, July 26 & August 30, 2013Time: 6:00 – 6:45 pmLocation: May: Barlow Street Community Center June – August: St. Albans City PoolFee: $7/child $5/child with St. Albans City Resident discount
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STAND UP PADDLEBOARD yOGA AGES 14+ Doing yoga on a paddleboard enhances your yoga workout. The paddle-board makes a fine yoga mat and the extra balance required by being on the water intensifies the yoga routine. The peacefulness and tranquility of floating on the water combines nicely with the meditative nature of yoga. Increase focus, concentration, balance, core strength while connecting with nature. You can bring your own paddleboard or rent one. Rentals are limited, so register early!
Instructor: Jessica FrostDates: Mondays, July 8 – 29, 2013Times: 5:30 – 6:30 pmLocation: St. Albans BayFee: $13; $33 with rental $10; $25 with rental with St. Albans City Resident discount
MEDITATION CLASS AGES 16+ New day & time starting in April! Life is what you make of it and meditation gives you the opportunity to find out exactly what you’re making. This class will get you in touch with your breath, grounding, connecting, allowing, receiving, and being kinder to ourselves and the people around us. Religious and spiritual ideas may be brought up, but this is about being who you are, and seeing life as an adventure to be enjoyed. Can’t get to class, but would like to participate? You can Skype in on class. Go to www.skype.com to sign up. Send a contact request to Pam Easterday. Pam will add you to the group and call you 10 min-utes before class begins.
Instructor: Pam EasterdayDates: Saturdays starting in AprilTime: 8:00 amLocation: May: Barlow Street Community Center, 2nd FloorFee: $13 $10 with St. Albans City Resident discount
FULL MOON HIKES ALL AGES When was the last time you went out into the woods at night? Creatures normally hidden during the day are active in the dark. The moon will provide all the light we need. The hike is a moderate 1.5 mile walk through the wood-ed lower trails at Hard’ack. Perfect for the whole family. A toasty fire and marshmallow roast will await your return at the warming shack at the base of the hill. All Hikes are weather/trail dependant. Some of our summer hikes will actually start out as twilight hikes, but we should get a good view of the moon upon our return. No pets allowed on these group hikes.
Dates: Saturdays, May 25, June 22, July 20 & August 17, 2013Times: 8:00 – 9:00 pmLocation: Hard’ack Recreation AreaFee: $6 $4 with St. Albans City Resident discount
AqUA jOGGING AGES 14+ Aqua Jogging is a refreshing, non-impact aerobic workout. Exercise that’s easy on your back and joints. Refreshing at the same time. No swimming ability necessary, just a basic level of comfort in the water. Each participant wears a flotation belt to keep in the proper position in the water. Locker rooms available. Want your own equipment? Belts are available for purchase from the recreation department $49 each.
Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays, June 24 – August 7, 2013Time: 6:00 – 7:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City PoolFee: $104 $80 with St. Albans City Resident discount
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5K, 3K, & 1K WALK/RUNS AT HARD’ACK Join us for St. Albans Recreation’s weekly trail running series at Hard’ack Recreation Area. A fun weekly event in its fourth year. Open to all ages and abilities. 5K open race, 3K Beginner and Junior Distance (walkers welcome) and 1K Kids run. Every Tuesday beginning June 4 – August 27, 2013. The run will rotate between 2 great courses.
Dates: Tuesdays, June 4 – August 27, 2013Start times: Kids 1K 6:00 pm 5K Open, 3K Beginner/Junior Run 6:30 pmFees: Kids 1K Fun Run - FREE $5/night $3/night with St. Albans City Resident discount See www.stalbansrec.com for season pass rates
RUN (OR WALK) FOR yOUR LIFE This 4.4 mile race supports a BFA scholarship fund in memory of Brandon Stephenson who died tragically in an automobile accident at the age of 23. A great cause and a great way to kick off your weekend. Registration required. Registration forms available at St. Albans Recreation Office, St. Albans City Pool and online at www.active.com. All participants registered by 6/15 will receive a t-shirt. Race day registration begins at 7:45 am.
Date: Saturday, August 10, 2013Time: 8:45 for Walkers, 9:00 for RunnersLocation: St. Albans City PoolFee: $25 Pre-Registration $30 Race Day Registration
KID’S TRIATHLON AGES 4-14 Three main events: Swimming, Cycling, & Running. (in that order) Kids start the race with swimming event in the St. Albans City Pool. They’ll run to the transition area, put on their bike helmets and shoes (and anything else they need). Ride a bike course through the St. Albans City School Parking Lot. No vehicular traffic will be allowed in the lot during that time. After the bike event, they’ll head back to the transition area, and do the final leg of the tri-athlon - a run on the St. Albans City School fields. Every participant must wear a bicycle helmet and supply their own bike. Entries will be taken on a first come, first served basis.
Date: Saturday, August 17, 2013Time: 9:00 – 11:30 amStarts at: St. Albans City PoolFee: $26 $20 with St. Albans City Resident discount
SPORtSPICKLEBALL The game combines aspects of tennis, badminton and pingpong. Players use oversized paddles to hit a hollow perforated plastic ball. Each game goes to 11 points. Interested... but never played? No problem, grab some friends - we have the equipment and friendly coaching to get you started! Cost covers scheduled reservation of courts and equipment use. Save money, regis-ter by the month - or pay as you play. $6 per day; $4 for St. A. City residents.
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, May 5 – 30, 2013 Tuesdays & Thursdays, June 4 – 27, 2013 Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 2 – 30, 2013 Tuesdays & Thursdays, August 1 – 29, 2013Time: 10:00 – 11:30 amLocation: Barlow Street Community CenterFee: $36 $28 with St. Albans City Resident discount
WALk & RuN35TH ANNUAL SAP RUN & RELAy AGES 12+ The Sap Run is an 8.4 mile road race from Swanton to St. Albans, VT. Join this annual rite of spring in St. Albans during the Maple Festival! Relay op-tions: first leg 5.4 miles, second leg 3 miles. Each relay participant much register separately. Race starts in downtown Swanton at the Teen Center and ends on Main St. in St. Albans. Register by April 26 at noon.
Date: Sunday, April 28, 2013Time: 9:00 – 10:00 amStarts at: Swanton Teen Center - Start LocationFee: $30
TRACK AGES 7-14 Never run before? Learn the basics of running and how to train for and participate in races. Experienced runner? You’ll improve your technique and times. A great, fun way for kids to stay active this summer and meet new friends. Participants will train for the Vermont Hershey Track & Field meet held on July 6, 2013 in Essex, and the Vermont Recreation and Parks State Meet held at St. Johnsbury Academy on July 20, 2013. All runners need run-ning sneakers.
Coach: Kyle MessierDates: Mondays & Thursdays, June 3 – July 18, 2013Time: 5:30 – 6:30 pmLocation: Collins Perley Sports and Fitness Center TrackFees: $85 $65 with St. Albans City Resident discount
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START SMART BASEBALL AGE 4 An introductory baseball program for kids who have turned 4 years old by May 1, 2013. Designed to get little ones in the “swing” of baseball. Parents work together with their children to learn the basics; running bases, throwing and batting. All participants will receive a hat and shirt. This is a parent and child activity with the emphasis on FUN! Players should bring a glove if they have one.
Dates: Saturdays, May 25 – June 29, 2013Time: 10:00 – 10:50 amLocation: Houghton Park, Elm Street, St. AlbansFee: $58 $45 with St. Albans City Resident discount
qUICKSTART TENNIS AGES 5-10 A new format to help kids ages 5-10 learn and play the game. To make it easier, we’ve changed a few things... the court size, racquet size, balls, scor-ing system, and net height so nearly every child can start playing tennis al-most immediately... even if they’ve never picked up a racquet. They will have fun playing with friends and develop skills that will become the foundation of their game. All equipment is provided. Kids need to bring tennis shoes (sneakers). Only kids registered for programming are allowed on the court.
Dates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, July 9 – 25, 2013Time: 9:00 – 9:45 amLocation: Barlow Street Community CenterFee: $63 $49 with St. Albans City Resident discount
PADDLE BOARDING LESSONS, TOURS & RENTALS The fast-growing sport of stand up paddle boarding (SUP) is a fun, easy way to play on the water. Paddle boarding offers an amazing full body workout and is be-coming a favorite cross-training activity for skiers, snowboarders and other athletes. And since you’re standing, you’ll enjoy excellent views of every-thing! Instructors are from North Shore Kite-Sail-Surf.LESSONS: 30 Minute Lessons RENTALS: One Hour Rental, ½ Day (4 hour) Rental, Full Day (8 hour) Rental TOURS*: Mosquito Island 1-1.5 hours (includes beaching at the Island) Burton Island 2-3 hours (includes short hike, swimming and purchased lunch from Burton Island Camp Café - additional fee.) *min. of 2 people and weather dependent
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SOCCER AGES 4-GRADE 4 St. Albans Recreation Department offers soccer programs for kids from age 4 – fourth grade. Choose the grade/age that your child will be entering into the fall of 2013.
START SMART SOCCER AGE 4 Children must be 4 by August 1, 2013. Start Smart Soccer is a program to introduce the game of soccer, the skills required to play and a BASIC under-standing of the game. Parents work together with their children to develop skills and understanding. Participants meet new friends, learn sportsmanship, and experience a team concept... and maybe learn a little bit about soccer. Each participant receives team apparel. Coaches are parent volunteers.
Dates: Tuesdays August 20 – September 24, 2013Time: 6:00 – 6:45 pmLocation: St. Albans City School FieldsFee: $78 $60 with St. Albans City Resident discount
KINDERGARTEN SOCCER For all children entering Kindergarten in the fall of 2013. Kindergarten soccer is designed to introduce the games basics and skills while offering lots of soccer fun. All teams are coed. A great way for your little one ot meet new friends and learn to play on a team. Each participant receives team ap-parel. Coaches are parent volunteers.
Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays August 19 – September 25, 2013Time: 6:00 – 6:45 pmLocation: St. Albans City School FieldsFee: $81 $63 with St. Albans City Resident discount
FALL yOUTH SOCCER PROGRAM GRADES 1-4 For children entering grades 1-4 the fall of 2013. A fun, instructional soc-cer league for boys and girls. Teams practice to work in a friendly game set-ting. Coaches are parent volunteers - Practices are usually 2 times per week, to be determined by the coach’s availability. Games are played Saturday mornings 8:30 am – Noon. Each Player receives a uniform.
Dates: Practices start week of August 12, 2013 Games run August 24 – September 28, 2013Time: Saturday morningsLocation: Hard’ack Recreational AreaFee: $92 $71 with St. Albans City Resident discount
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LIFEGUARD TRAINING AGES 15-99 Train to become an American Red Cross Lifeguard. Effective lifeguarding requires commitment and a lot of work, but the benefits you receive are well worth the effort. You will know that your actions can save a life. The St. Albans City Pool Staff is proud to have one of the best training models around. Enrollment in course does not guarantee nor imply certification or em-ployment. Participants must complete swim, practical and written tests to satisfaction to earn certification. Fee includes materials. Participants should bring snacks, water, several towels and warm clothes as they will be in and out of the pool. Participants can expect homework each evening during the course.
Dates: Monday – Saturday, June 17 – 22, 2013Time: 9:00 am – 1:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City PoolFee: $321 $269 with St. Albans City Resident discount
GUARDSTART: AMERICAN RED CROSS jR. LIFEGUARD COURSE AGES 11-14 Guardstart develops the knowledge, attitude and skills need to succeed in lifeguard training and enhance effectiveness on the job as a lifeguard. This class focuses on fitness swimming/training and the varying aspects of life-guarding and water safety. All participants should bring water to drink, tow-el, swim suit and a change of clothes. Fee includes all study materials. This course does not result in certification. Participants may assist in water safety instruction with our swim lesson program.
Dates: Fridays, June 28 – July 26, 2013Time: 6:00 – 7:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City PoolFee: $92 $71 with St. Albans City Resident discount
MASTERS SWIM PROGRAM AGES 18-99 Miss swimming? Always wanted to try competitive swimming and strokes? Watched your kids swim for years and want to give it a try? Here’s your opportunity in a fun, supportive environment with like minded adults. Instruction by swim team coach Nohea King will be provided along with motivation and encouragement! Locker room available.
Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays, June 24 – July 31, 2013Time: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City PoolFee: $89; Drop-in Rate $10 $69; Drop-in Rate $8 with St. Albans City Resident discount
ST. ALBANS CITy POOL BACK TO SCHOOL BASH! It’s time to wind down summer and get ready to go back to school... but not without one last party at the pool! BBQ meal available for purchase, games, music and fun! Admission is free. Fun for the whole family!Rain Date: August 25, 2013.
Date: Saturday, August 24, 2013Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City Pool
SWIMMINGSt. Albans City Pool is located at 99 Aldis Street, St. Albans.Sched-ule is subject to change. Check weekly calendar at the pool or call 524-6796.
ST. ALBANS CITy POOL SUMMER KICK-OFF PARTy! Launch into summer with a party at the City Pool! Come on down to the pool for an evening swim, BBQ, games, music & fun. Admission is free! Last year’s Kid’s Triathlon par-ticipants should bring their ribbons to display for a free BBQ meal. BBQ meal will be available for purchase for all others. Fun for the whole fam-ily! Rain Date: June 30, 2013.
Date: Saturday, June 29, 2013Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City Pool
ST. ALBANS SHARKS SWIM TEAM AGES 6-18 Member of the Champlain Valley Swim League and participates in 8 league meets, district, and state events. It’s a great way to improve swim skills, challenge yourself and meet new friends. Must be able to swim the length of the pool (25 Yards). Parents must volunteer to work a minimum of 6 meets (home or away) or pay a $200 opt out fee. Team families must attend a mock meet to be held the Tuesday before the first scheduled meet where they will learn what each volunteer position entails, how a meet runs and get important swim team info.
Coaches: Tom Koldys & Nohea KingDates: Monday – Friday, June 17 – August 11, 2013Time: Ages 11 and up 7:00 – 8:30 am Ages 10 and under 8:30 – 9:30 amLocation: St. Albans City PoolFee: $205 $160 with St. Albans City Resident discount
SWIM TEAM TRAINING AGES 6-18 Geared towards swimmers who swim competively or have an interest to do so. Your child doesn’t have to be a member of the swim team to participate. Program focuses on conditioning and race technique. Advanced swimmers should expect to swim anywhere from 2,000 to 3,500 yards per practice.
Coaches: Tom Koldys & Isaac BashawDates: Tuesdays & ThursdaysTime: Advanced Swimmers 4:00 – 5:00 pm Intermediate 5:00 – 6:00 pmLocation: Branon’s Pool, North Main Street (thru May) then transfer to St. Albans City PoolFee: $160 $128 with St. Albans City Resident discount
World’s Largest Swim Lesson We need lots of kids and adults to participate. Please arrive in time to be changed, and ready to get into the pool for 11:00. The lesson will last approximately 40 minutes, but you’re welcome to stay until 1:00 pm. The event is free to all participants, but everyone must register (both kids and adults) so we can qualify as a host site!
Dates: Tuesday, June 18, 2013Time: 11:00 amLocation: St. Albans City Pool
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AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIM LESSONS Swim classes and times are listed on
www.stalbansrec.com All our instructors are ARC certified. ARC has been the leader in swim instruction and water safety for over 95 years. The unique multi-level approach teaches how to swim safely and skillfully, and to think and act safely in, on and around water. The prerequisite for each level is the suc-cessful demonstration of skills from the preceding level. Our experienced aquatic staff will assist you in selecting the proper level. Contact the staff at the St. Albans Recreation office, 524-1500 x266, or the St. Albans City Pool 524-6796.
PARENT & CHILD AqUATICS AGES 5 MOS-3 yRS Each child must be accompanied in the water by an adult. Parents and children learn together to increase their comfort in the water and to build a foundation of basic aquatic and water safety skills.
Sessions: Monday – Friday, June 24 – July 5 Monday – Friday, July 8 – 19 Monday – Friday, July 22 – August 2 Monday – Friday, August 5 – 16Location: St. Albans City PoolFee: $91 $71 with St. Albans City Resident discount
PRESCHOOL AqUATICS AGES 4 & 5 Three fun, age & developmentally appropriate levels teach basic aquatic safety and survival skills to increase children’s comfort in and around water.
Sessions: Monday – Friday, June 24 – July 5 Monday – Friday, July 8 – 19 Monday – Friday, July 22 – August 2 Monday – Friday, August 5 – 16Location: St. Albans City PoolFee: $91 $71 with St. Albans City Resident discount
LEARN TO SWIM AGES 6+ Six progressive levels of swim instruction help swimmers of varying ages and abilities develop water safety, survival and swim skills. Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills, Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills, Level 3: Stroke Development, Level 4: Stroke Improvement, Level 5: Stroke Re-finement & Level 6: Swimming and Skill Proficiency.
STROKE ISOLATION For anyone interested in improving his/her stroke technique. Stroke Isolation Class is not intended to “teach” a stroke, but rather perfect it. SI Class does not take the place of full level 4, 5, or 6. Great for swim team members, people training for races, and those wanting to increase their proficiency. Class size is limited- Register early.
WSI TRAINING AGES 16+ Get Certified to be a Swim Instructor! Learn to plan and conduct courses within the American Red Cross Swimming and Water Safety Program. Fee includes materials. Participants should bring water, snacks, towels & warm clothing to class.
Dates: Mondays, Wednesdays & Saturdays July 8 – 22, 2013Time: 5:00 – 7:30 pmLocation: St. Albans City PoolFee: $321 $269 with St. Albans City Resident discount
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Schedule is subject to change due to weather conditions and special events. Call ahead if you have any questions 524-6796. MEMBERSHIP OPTIONS
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ST. ALBANS RECREATION SUMMER DAy CAMP AGES 6-13 Counselors & Campers will enjoy lots of outdoor play, arts and crafts, learn about wellness, field trips, enjoy special guests and entertainment, par-ticipate in special theme days and spend each afternoon splashing away at the St. Albans City Pool! Each morning starts at Barlow St. Community Cen-ter, and groups rotate between activities before having lunch and heading to St. Albans City Pool for the afternoon. No need to pack a lunch – lunches are prepared by The Abbey Group. If a camper prefers to pack lunch, that’s okay too. Campers still need to pack water/beverages and snacks. Bring/wear sneakers, swim suit, towel & sun-screen. Please mark all items with your child’s name! NEW THIS yEAR Campers can attend full time, Monday – Friday or choose the days that work best for your family. Payment for the first week attending is due at the time of registration. The online registration will look slightly different this year because of these choices. If you have any ques-tions, don’t hesitate to contact the office at 524-1500 x266.
Dates: Monday – Friday, June 24 – August 16, 2013Time: 7:30 am – 4:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community Center
DAy CAMP COUNSELOR IN TRAINING (CIT) PROGRAM AGES 13-15 The Counselor in Training (CIT) program is designed to provide young people leadership and development opportunities through “hands on” learn-ing experiences. The program will provide participants with the opportunity to participate in camper supervision, go on field trips, assist with activities and planning in an assigned group, as well as time away from Day Camp to participate in their own programming. Afternoons will be spent at the St. Albans City Pool! CITs will develop personal skills to make decisions and define a sense of confidence and caring, becoming a future leader. CITs should bring snacks, beverages, swim suit, towel, & sunscreen. Lunch is provided. Register early, space is limited.
Dates: Monday – Friday, June 24 – August 16, 2013Time: 7:30 am – 4:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community Center
jUNIOR ENGINEERING CAMP GRADES 1-3 Presented by All About Learning, a company which utilizes science, tech-nology, engineering and mathmatics concepts and the 21st century educa-tional skills of critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, agility, adapt-ability, curiosity and imagination. Includes exploration of simple machines at an entry level to be applied and discussed in depth, great hands-on learning and building experiences. Students will creatively build and modify machines through basic engineering skills using our unique LEGO® kits and curriculum. Concepts include: basic engineering principles, simple and compound ma-chines, gearing, forces in motion, integrated problem solving, communication skills, teamwork and collaboration and challenging students to incorporate the traits of an Engineer in a classroom setting. Register by June 23, 2013.
Dates: Monday – Friday, July 8 – 12, 2013Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community CenterFee: $188 $145 with St. Albans City Resident discount
CAMPSAPRIL VACATION DAy CAMP GRADES K-8 Have a blast with us during April vacation! We’ll be playing games, mak-ing new friends (and seeing old ones), making great art, hitting movies, going on field trips, and having great entertainment presentations. Dress for the weather because we’ll be spending part of each day outdoors. Pack a good lunch and snacks to keep fueled up for all this fun. Fees for all field trips are included if you register for all 5 days. Registration for single days is accepted if there is room in the camp. There are additional charges for field trips for registrations less than the full week. Contact the office for availability. 524-1500 ext. 266 or ext. 268 or [email protected].
Dates: Monday – Friday, April 22 – 26, 2013Time: 7:30 am – 4:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community Center, 2nd FloorFee: $201 $176 with St. Albans City Resident discount
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MOVIE MAGIC SUMMER CAMP GRADES 5-8Run a camera! Be a director! Edit a movie! Create animation! You’ll do all of this and a whole lot more at this awesome camp for making movies. You don’t need any prior experience and all of the equipment will be provided.Class size is limited to 10 kids, register early!
Dates: Monday – Friday, July 29 – August 2, 2013Time: 12:00 – 4:00 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community CenterFee: $84 $65 with St. Albans City Resident discount
SAILING CAMP – OVERNIGHT! AGES 10-16 This is a 2 day camp where all levels are welcome! Campers will travel to Newport, VT for camping and 2 days of sailing lessons at Prouty Beach on Lake Memphremagog. Each day will include 6 hours of instruction on Sunfish sailboats. There are also catamarans, kayaks and canoes for use. Campers will be instructed by Newport Recreation Staff, and supervised and transported by St. Albans Recreation Day Camp Staff. Each camper needs to supply a tent, 2 lunches and breakfast. We will leave St. Albans early Tuesday am July 30, arrive in Newport and spend 6 hours learning the art of sailing. We’ll tent on the waterfront at the Newport Campground, cook a camp dinner, make s’mores and hit the hay. We’ll rise the next morning and sail for another 6 hours before heading home.
Dates: Tuesday – Wednesday, July 30 – 31, 2013Time: 7:00 am Tuesday – 6:30 pm WednesdayLocation: Lake Memphremagog, Newport, VTFee: $168 $129 with St. Albans City Resident discount
COLLISION CARS CAMP GRADES 4-8 Presented by All About Learning. Students will use our unique LEGO® kits to build a variety of cars that they will battle. This is a class of exploration, problem solving, and risk-taking with a goal of learning and experimenting on how machines work and compete. Students will learn a variety of concepts throughout this class including basic engineering principles, gearing and gear ratios, electric motors and energy, problem solving, and communication skills. Register by June 23, 2013.
Dates: Monday – Friday, July 8 – 12, 2013Time: 1:00 – 4:00 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community CenterFee: $188 $145 with St. Albans City Resident discount
LACROSSE BEGINNER CAMP AGES 6-14 Beginner Lacrosse players will have great fun learning this exhilarating game. The US Sports Institute Lacrosse program is ideal for entry level player with no previous experience. Players can experience stick handling, passing, scooping, dodging and shooting as well as many other fundamental tech-niques. Players will be grouped by age, playing ability and experience level. No previous experience required to attend this clinic.
Dates: Monday – Friday, August 5 – 9, 2013Time: 5:00 – 6:30 pmLocation: Barlow St. Community Center FieldsFee: $107 $89 with St. Albans City Resident discount
MOUNTAIN BIKE CAMP AGES 10-18 A fun half day camp focusing on mountain bike riding. Campers are taught technique and offered guidance by experienced riders and counselors ensur-ing a terrific time on the go. Counselors are certified in first aid and CPR. Build stamina, strength and hone your riding skills in fun and safe environment. Ride the trails at Hard’ack and then hit the City Pool for a refreshing dip be-fore heading home. Helmets required, each participant must have their own bike. Camp meets at Hard’ack - pick up at City Pool. Make sure to pack water and snacks!
Dates: Monday – Friday, July 15 – 26, 2013Time: 12:00 – 4:00 pmLocation: Hard’ack Recreation Area Mountain Bike TrailsFee: $85 $66 with St. Albans City Resident discount
CAMP OUT AT THE POOL! AGES 6-12 Kids can camp out at the pool! How Cool! You drop them off at the pool, we provide the supervision, entertainment, games, food and fun and then you pick them up in the morning. If you have a tent, please bring it, or bring a friend who won’t mind sharing. Movie shown outdoors, BBQ, roasted marsh-mallows, swimming, field games, campfire stories, tons of fun and breakfast in the morning. Camp outs are staffed by our Day Camp Counselors and Life-guards. Come join the fun! Drop off at 7:00 pm and pick up the next morning by 9:00 am or if they are daycampers, we will transport them to daycamp for the day.
Dates: Wednesday, July 17 – Thursday, July 18, 2013Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 amLocation: St. Albans City PoolFee: $39 $30 with St. Albans City Resident discount
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TENNIS CAMP AGES 5-14 US Sports Institute’s First Play Tennis Camp follows developmental cur-riculums and guidelines laid out by the USTA, including their highly appraised QuickStart Tennis format. Regardless of age, participants will learn the basic fundamentals in stroke production, court movement and footwork skills in a low pressured, yet energetic environment. Most importantly it’s all about fun, with games, games and more games during each session! This Tennis Camp is suited to players who are of beginner to intermediate level. Participants may bring their own racquets, but there will also be some provided for those who need them. Participants must wear sneakers.
Dates: Monday – Friday, August 5 – 9, 2013Time: 5:00 – 6:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community CenterFee: $115 $89 with St. Albans City Resident discount
VERMONT VOLTAGE SUMMER SOCCER CAMPS AGES 5-18 Vermont Voltage Professional Soccer Academy invites young soccer en-thusiasts to be part of a challenging educational experience. The Academy offers an opportunity to learn and enjoy many aspects of he game of soccer in a competitive environment form a current processional player. Fundamen-tals as well as sophisticated techniques of soccer will be taught on a person-alized individual level along with various forms of group instruction provided by Camp Director Bo Vuckovic and several other Vermont Voltage profes-sional soccer players. Emphasis is placed on development, improvement and refinement of basic playing skills. Registration: to register for Vermont Volt-age Soccer Camps go to www.vermontvoltage.com.
Dates: Monday – Friday, June 24 – 28, 2013 Monday – Friday, July 22 – 26, 2013Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community Center FieldFee: $110
CLASSeSGET THE DIRT ON GARDENING ALL AGES Information, techniques and ideas for beginning and established garden-ers seeking to improve and enhance their backyard bounty. If you’re new to gardening, this series will take you from seed starting to harvest. If already a gardener, brush up on your gardening skills, get some fresh ideas and share your knowledge. Besides growing your own healthy food and saving money, gardening is great exercise, reduces stress, generates creativity, helps un-plug from daily routines and teaches patience. Gardening is a great way to spend quality time with children and teach them the wonders of nature. Ses-sions: Uninvited Edibles: Wonderful “Weeds”, Annuals & Containers, Com-posting.
Instructors: University of Vermont Certified Extension Master Gardeners (EMG)Dates: Mondays, April 1, 15 & 22, 2013Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community CenterFee: $13 $10 with St. Albans City Resident discount
MULTI SPORT CAMP AGES 6-14 Experience 15 different sports from around the world. Children can learn how to bowl a cricket ball, score a try in Rugby, shoot hoops and score plenty of goals in a variety of sports from around the world. All activities and games take place in a positive, low pressure, educational environment under the guidance of our qualified coaches. Campers receive t-shirt and certificate. Dedicated to children of all sporting abilities.
Dates: Monday – Friday, August 5 – 9, 2013Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community CenterFee: $222 $169 with St. Albans City Resident discount
SPORTS SqUIRTS CAMP AGES 3-5 The US Sports Institute Sports Squirts program introduces children to a variety of sports such as soccer, T-ball, Basketball, Lacrosse & Hockey, all taking place in a safe structured environment. Activities are designed to evoke a child’s imagination in which they can find Nemo, send Shrek into a spin or capture Jellyfish with Sponge Bob Square Pants. All activities pro-mote hand-eye coordination, movement and balance. All equipment is sup-plied. Participants must wear sneakers.
Dates: Monday – Friday, August 5 – 9, 2013Time: 3:30 – 4:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community CenterFee: $89 $69 with St. Albans City Resident discount
SWIM CAMP AGES 6-12 A week of Swim Camp to kick off summer! Start and finish the day in the pool! Work on basic swim skills and water safety, play water games, spend time out of the pool working on water themed art, have lunch, play some field games and a little time on the playground. Camp is staffed by American Red Cross Lifeguards and swim instructors. Enrollment is limited so register ear-ly! Each Camper must bring a lunch, snacks & beverages to keep fueled for the day. Campers should bring swimsuit, towel and sunscreen as well as warm clothing and sneakers.
Dates: Monday – Friday, June 17 – 21, 2013Time: 7:30 am – 4:30 pmLocation: St. Albans City PoolFee: $199 $159 with St. Albans City Resident discount
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VERMONT BOATER SAFETy PROGRAM AGES 12+ Vermont state law: all persons born after January 1, 1974 (that are 12 years of age or older) must complete an approved boating safety education course successfully to operate any motorized vessel on the waters of Vermont. Be ready to ride the waves. Four 2 hour sessions. Each participant must attend ALL FOUR sessions to successfully complete program. Successful completion re-sults in certification to operate a motorized boat on Vermont’s Waters.
Instructor: Jere JohnsonDates: Tuesdays & Thursdays, April 9 – 18, 2013Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community Center, 2nd FloorFee: $21 $16 with St. Albans City Resident discount
DOG CLASSES WITH DEB HELFRICH AGES 16+ Deb is co-founder of Gold Star Dog Training LLC, based in Stowe and Fairfax, Vermont. She enjoys working with dogs and their handlers to solve their challenges, build a healthy dog-handler relationship, and achieve their training goals. Review all class policies/restrictions in advance of sign-up on www.goldstardog.com/classes.php or email Deb with questions at [email protected] TRAINING AND SOCIAL SKILLS FOR DOGS This 6-week class will focus on building a foundation of manners, basic training, and social skills. It’s tailored to puppies, but older dogs, newly adopted dogs, or owners wanting a foundation in basic dog training will also benefit. Focuses on un-derstanding your dog’s body language, behavior and how to work and apply very simple dog training concepts.BEyOND BASICS (Dog Training) This 5-week class takes your training to the next level by showing you the basic, intermediate, and advanced version of each exercise. This permits perfect fit training for you and your dog! The empha-sis is on what you want to achieve with your dog within the exercises we teach, and then giving you the instruction and proper exercises to achieve your goals.SKILLS CHALLENGE NIGHT This is for any dog and owner who want to practice their obedience skills in a fun, challenging group class. Come prac-tice a variety of commands around other dogs, and with a variety of other distractions and exercises meant to hone handling skills. Instructor provides light coaching.
Instructor: Deb Helfrich, Gold Star Dog Training LLC Dates: Basic Training: Tuesdays, May 14 – June 18, 2013 or Tuesdays, July 23 – August 27, 2013 Beyond Basics: Tuesdays, July 23 – August 20, 2013Time: 5:45 – 6:45 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community CenterFee: $150 $125 with St. Albans City Resident discount
BABy SITTING COURSE AGES 11-15 American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training is fun and fast-paced with hands-on activities, exciting video, role-plays and lively discussions. Plus, you’ll gain the confidence to make smart decisions and stay safe in any babysitting situa-tion. You’ll learn how to supervise children and infants, perform basic child-care skills such as diapering and feeding. Choose safe, age-appropriate games & toys, handle bedtime and discipline issues, identify safety hazards and pre-vent injuries, care for common injuries and emergencies such as choking, burns, cuts and bee stings and communicate effectively with parents.
Date: Saturday, September 14, 2013Time: 9:30 am – 4:30 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community CenterFee: $102 $85 with St. Albans City Resident discountt
VOICE OVER CLASS AGES 14+ Voice-overs are hot today! You don’t have to be an actor to get voice-over work, but it certainly doesn’t hurt! With such notable talent as Morgan Free-man, Glenn Close and Alec Baldwin lending their voices to commercials, films, and videos, one would think that it would be next to impossible to break into this field. Not so! In this class, you’ll learn about an exciting way to work on your own terms, your own turf, with virtually no overhead, and potentially make more money than you’ve ever made before!
Instructor: Charlie NardozziDate: Saturday, September 28, 2013Time: 10:00 am – 12:00 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community CenterFee: $33 $25 with St. Albans City Resident discount
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Movie Contest Ages 13+ Come out to the launch party for the NWA-TV Fright Fest Contest. Bring your terrifying, electrifying and mystifying movie ideas and find out what you need to compete in this contest. Opportunities for equipment and training provided by NWA-TV. The launch will feature the scariest clips in movie history and the secrets to make them. No fee, but please pre-register.Date: Wednesday, September 4, 2013Time: 6:30 – 8:00 pmLocation: Barlow Street Community Center
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