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We know you have many questions about our upcoming programs. We hope we have answered most, if not all of them, here (updated as of August 2, 2021). If you have additional questions or concerns, please contact us at 302-366-7000.

1. Will I have to wear a face mask during a class, camp or program? As of August 2, 2021, the City of Newark is once again requiring masks to be worn indoors. Due to recent changes in COVID Tracking data (https://covid.cdc.gov/covid-data-tracker/#county-view), New Castle County was just changed from a moderate to substantial spread area by the Centers for Disease Control. Face coverings are required to be worn by everyone indoors and on vans/buses. Face coverings are not required to be worn outdoors.

2. What COVID specific training has staff been given? Staff have been trained on the proper use of PPE, timelines and procedures for cleaning and disinfecting, guidelines and requirements for the use of face coverings, how to maintain social distancing and effective strategies to reduce the spread of COVID. Facility staff will continue to sanitize high touch surfaces frequently throughout the day.

3. What are the requirements for fitness classes to be held in person? Face coverings are required to be worn indoors. Participants are encouraged to bring their LIFEGUARDS & SWIM own mats, equipment and CITY OF INSTRUCTORS water. Please stay home if you are not feeling well. NEWARK BEFORE AFTER SCHOOL CARE 4. What is the refund policy COUNSELORS for programs? PARKS AND • Our refund policy remains the same and can be found on our RECREATION BASKETBALL, TENNIS & website at www.newarkde. SOCCER INSTRUCTORS gov/play. FALL & WINTER BASKETBALL REFEREES • If Parks and Recreation cancels a program for any EMPLOYMENT & MORE! reason, you will be issued a full refund.

• If you choose to remove a We are still looking for part time fun, motivated and personable participant from a program voluntarily, you will receive a sta for year round programs. Flexible hours and training available. refund minus $10 or 10% of the Interested applicants can email [email protected] or visit registration fee, whichever is www.newarkde.gov/play for more information! greater.

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WELCOME NOTE A NOTE ABOUT COVID-19

The schedule for programs and events are all subject to change or cancel based on any changes to COVID-19 Newark Parks and Recreation has plenty of exciting state and local mandates. The safety of the participants activities and events scheduled for you and your and their families, spectators and staff is our #1 priority family to enjoy this Fall. We have hundreds of as we move forward in planning for our programs. We activities to choose from including arts, dance, will continue to monitor the situation and reevaluate the status of our programs. We will make changes as needed soccer leagues, adult fitness not to mention our based on the guidance from state and local agencies and longstanding events including Newark’s premier the school district. Thank you for your continued patience Fall event Community Day and the Halloween and understanding! For our most updated guidance for Parade. Perhaps you’d prefer a leisurely stroll in programs, please visit www.newarkde.gov/play. one of our 33 Parks and 650 acres of parkland or bike over 17 miles of trails to enjoy the fall foliage? Our parks, trails, recreational programs and events are part of the many things that help make Newark a great community.

We continue to strive to help make Newark a healthy and active community and protect our parks and open space while maintaining a vision for the future.

Sincerely, Joseph Spadafino Director of Newark Parks and Recreation

TABLE OF CONTENTS

04. F.A.Q. 10. SCHOOL AGE CARE 29. EVENTS

05. EMPLOYMENT & VOLUNTEERS 11. SPORTS & AQUATICS 36. REGISTRATION FORM

06. REGISTRATION INFORMATION 19. FITNESS 37. PARK MAPS

07. GEORGE WILSON CENTER 21. VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS

08. TRAFFIC ISLANDS 23. SPECIAL INTEREST

09. ADOPT-A-PARK 28. TRIPS

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WHAT DOES RDF STAND FOR? WHAT IS THE JAMES F. HALL YOUTH SCHOLARSHIP FUND? RDF stands for Resident Discounted Fee. The Parks and Recreation Department strives to provide quality and The City and family and friends of Jim Hall have established a scholarship to honor his memory and affordable recreation opportunities to the community. In recognize his great contribution to the Newark community. recognizing that City of Newark residents support our Jim Hall was the City’s first Parks and Recreation Director, department along with other city services through their an outdoorsman and a conservationist. He founded our city taxes, residents are offered a discounted fee. Non- Summer Playground and Rittenhouse Camp programs to residents will pay the regular fee for programs. If you're share his love of nature with Newark’s young people. The unsure about resident status, you may call the Parks and purpose of the scholarship is to provide tuition assistance Recreation Department at (302) 366-7000. to youth who would otherwise be unable to participate in our activities and programs. For more information call the Parks and Recreation office at (302) 366-7000. All AM I A NEWARK RESIDENT? inquiries and application materials are strictly confidential.

Newark residents live within the corporate city limits. Not all persons with Newark mailing addresses live within WHAT IS THE ANDY DONOVAN the city limits. If you receive a City of Newark electric SCHOLARSHIP? bill, you are a Newark resident. Not sure? The Parks and Recreation staff can assist you at (302) 366-7000. Those persons not living within the city limits are welcome to Andy Donovan was born on April 15, 1983 in Newark, enjoy our activities at the fee listed. Delaware. As a member of the Newark Parks and Recreation basketball program, he was the personification of sportsmanship. Not only was he an elite athlete, Andy DOES THE CITY OF NEWARK was caring, bright, and dedicated. Very often Andy would bypass achieving a personal milestone to help improve OFFER FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE? younger and less talented children around him. Andy passed away in January of 2012 and this scholarship The City of Newark is committed to providing recreational was established in his memory and to his commitment opportunities to everyone without regard to economic to sportsmanship and to Newark Parks and Recreation circumstances. For this reason, a fee assistance program youth programs. The purpose of this scholarship is to for City residents is available for qualifying individuals provide tuition assistance to youth who would otherwise (youth and adults). If you are interested in finding out more be unable to participate in our activities and programs. about the program, you are encouraged to contact Paula For more information call the Parks and Recreation office Ennis, Deputy Director, at the Parks and Recreation office at (302) 366-7000. All inquiries and application materials for more information at (302)366-7000. All inquiries and are strictly confidential. requests are strictly confidential. Funding for this program has been secured through the Federal Community Development Block Grant and is available on a limited basis. SUGGESTIONS OR COMMENTS?

If you have a suggestion or comment regarding the Newark Parks and Recreation Department, please let us know. You may contact the department by phone at (302) 366-7000, [email protected], or by mail at 220 South Main Street, Newark, DE 19711.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES

The Parks and Recreation Department is continuously The Parks and Recreation Department has many in search of recreation leaders and instructors with volunteer opportunities available to you! From teens special skills and interests, as well as seasonal park through older adults, volunteers assist with special maintenance personnel. The department offers events, programs and summer camps, and are vital in part-time temporary employment opportunities in a taking care of our parks! More information, opportunities wide variety of program areas. We accept seasonal and volunteer applications are available online at www. applications for the following positions: newarkde.gov/play. We look forward to working with you.

LIFEGUARDS & SWIM INSTRUCTORS THANK YOU FOR VOLUNTEERING! BEFORE & AFTER SCHOOL CENTER PARK MAINTENANCE The City of Newark Parks and Recreation Department SOCCER INSTRUCTORS would like to thank the many people who volunteer their TENNIS INSTRUCTORS time and expertise to assist with special events, coach BASKETBALL INSTRUCTORS teams, lend a hand in community service, and assist in BASKETBALL REFEREES leading programs. Volunteers contribute toward making Newark a better community to live, learn, work and play. DANCE INSTRUCTORS

In addition, if you have a special talent and would like to share it with others by instructing a class, please contact the Parks and Recreation Department. We’re open to YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUE COACHES new and interesting ideas. Examples of instructional OFFICE ASSISTANCE classes include handmade crafts, cooking, pottery, COMMUNITY GARDENS music, dance, tennis and hobbies. For additional PARK & TRAIL MAINTENANCE information on our employment opportunities, call (302) ADOPT-A-PARK / TRAIL 366-7000 or visit www.newarkde.gov/play.

FALL EVENTS National Day of Service Community Day Harvest Festival Fall Community Clean Up Halloween Parade / Trick or Treat Main Street Halloween Party at GWC NewBark PawLooza Turkey Trot Thanksgiving Day Breakfast Snack with Santa / Santa’s Secret Shoppe

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HOWPROCESS TO REGISTER& REFUNDS

REFUND POLICY 1. Registrants will receive a full refund if the program is cancelled by Newark Parks and Recreation. 2. If you are unable to attend an activity, contact us within 24 hours prior to the start of the program and we will do one of the following:

A. Credit your account the amount paid, which will expire after one year. B. Transfer you to another activity. C. Refund you the amount paid less a processing fee of $10 or 10% of the cost of the program, whichever is greater. If you are not satisfied with an activity we would like to know why. Please contact us within 5 business days after the last activity meeting.

3. Credits and refunds do not apply to trips, events and adult sports leagues. 4. Additional trip policies are located in the trip section of your e-newsletter. 5. Allow three to four weeks for processing refunds. WAITING LIST If an activity is filled, ask to be placed on a waiting list. Additional sections may be offered.

OTHER IMPORTANT INFORMATION 1. The City of Newark does not carry medical insurance coverage for those people participating in city sponsored activities or using city parks or facilities. 2. Children may not accompany adults to activities designated for adult participation. 3. Persons found falsifying registration information will be dismissed from the activity and no refund will be issued.

HOW TO REGISTER BY MAIL The Parks and Recreation Department has four Newark Parks and Recreation easy ways to register. Registration forms will be 220 South Main Street, Newark, DE 19711 processed in the order that they are received. PLEASE MAKE MONEY ORDERS ONLINE OR CHECKS PAYABLE TO www.newarkde.gov/play CITY OF NEWARK. WE ALSO ACCEPT DISCOVER, VISA AND FAX (302) 366-7169 MASTERCARD. WALK-IN CANCELLATIONS City of Newark Municipal Complex, First Floor. Newark Parks and Recreation reserves the Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 4:00 right to cancel an activity due to insufficient p.m. 220 South Main Street, Newark, DE 19711 registration. In case of bad weather, call our Leisure Time Hot Line (302) 366-7147.

PLEASE NOTE: DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE.

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Located at 303 New London Road (across from Clayton Hall), the GWC is Newark’s best-kept secret as a multi-purpose meeting space. The Main Hall has a seating capacity of 150 people. Each meeting room has a seating capacity of 20 people. Additional equipment is available for your unique needs, such as a big screen TV, DVD player, stage, podium, microphone and speaker. Food and refreshments are permitted; alcoholic beverages are prohibited. A kitchen is also available to keep your refreshments and meals at the optimum temperatures and to keep your rental room clutter free and clean.

FACILITY RENTAL RATES ROOM RENTAL RATE RESIDENT DISCOUNT RATE MAIN HALL $60 / HR $55 / HR KITCHEN $40 / HR $35 / HR REC ROOM 1 $40 / HR $35 / HR REC ROOM 2 $30 / HR $25 / HR

CONTACT For more rental information or to schedule an appointment, please contact the George Wilson Center by telephone at (302) 366-7000 or by email at [email protected].

LONG TERM RATES BIRTHDAY PACKAGES Long term rental rates are available for those who book four Ask us about our birthday party packages! Available for ages or more rental reservations within a six-month time frame. 4 - 12. Please note that all parties are subject to availability of facilities. Reservations are required at least three weeks in RENTALS MUST BE RESERVED IN PERSON advance of the party. A $50 security deposit is due at time of reservation.

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TRAFFICBEAUTIFICATION ISLAND PROGRAM

The Parks and Recreation Department would like to extend a unique opportunity to you and your business. We invite you to take part in helping to beautify our community and allow your business to be seen on roads heavily traveled by residents and visitors. To show your support, an island beautification sign is placed on a site with your business name printed on it. With the completion of DelDOT’s improvements to South Main Street there are many sites available. For more information, please call the Recreation office at (302) 366-7000.

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ADOPT-A-PARKCLEAN UP PROGRAM

The City of Newark has 17 miles of trails and 36 parks totaling over 650 acres of parkland. Newark’s Parks and Recreation Department is offering local civic, social, school and family groups an opportunity for direct stewardship of our park, stream and trail areas. The Adoption program asks that your group pick up litter at the agreed upon park area at least one time each month. Trash bags will be provided. The Parks and Recreation Department can provide a list of parks or stream areas to select from. Other care or improvement options are possible, such as horticultural plantings or stream bank erosion protection. For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Office at (302) 366-7000 or [email protected].

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BEFORE & AFTER CARE

DOWNES & WEST PARK ELEMENTARY Our before and after school programs offer children enriching learning opportunities in a fun environment and the ability to engage in a wide variety of activities. Activities include arts and crafts, indoor/outdoor play, games, homework help and special projects. This program is for Downes and West Park Elementary School students only. Before School Care begins at 7 a.m. and After School Care ends at 6 p.m. One month’s tuition is due at the time of registration. Tuition is due on the first of each month and a late fee is assessed after the 10th of each month. Monthly payments are made online one month in advance of attendance. Ten total payments will be due for the school year with June's payment being half the regular monthly rate. Program will not operate when schools are closed. State of Delaware Office of Childcare Licensing information forms are required prior to your child attending. Purchase of Care is accepted at both sites. Online registration for before and after school care at both sites is available. NO SCHOOL! DAY OF PLAY!

BEFORE CARE AFTER CARE AGES 5 - 12 A day off from school and adventure awaits! Join us for Fee: $170 RDF: $160 Fee: $228 RDF: $218 a day of fun activities, games (indoor and out, weather Dates: Sep. 8 - June 13 Dates: Sep. 8 - June 13 permitting) and crafts. Please pack a lunch, drink and Days: Mon. - Fri. Days: Mon. - Fri. snacks. Children must be currently enrolled in grades K Hours: 7 - 8 a.m. Hours: 3 - 6 p.m. - 6. Program hours are 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. Early drop off at 7:30 a.m. and late pickup by 5:30 p.m. is available. Don't ACTIVITY # ACTIVITY # miss out! Registration closes at 5 p.m. one week prior to program date. Schedule is dependent upon the Christina West Park: 1321-2021-09 West Park: 1320-2021-09 School District calendar. Downes: 1317-2021-09 Downes: 1311-2021-09 Fee: $70 RDF: $55 Hours: 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center

RESIDENT DISCOUNT FEE (RDF) ACTIVITY #: DATES: THEME:

In recognizing that City of Newark 1319-301 Sep. 16 Thu. Back to School Fun residents support our department through 1319-311 Sep. 27 Mon. Talk Like a Pirate Day "their city taxes, the City offers residents a 1319-321 Oct. 8 Fri. Color Me Crazy Fall Colors discounted fee. Non-residents will pay the 1319-331 Nov. 8 Mon. Halloween Fun regular fee for the programs. 1319-341 Nov. 11 Thu. Superheroes 1319-351 Nov. 22 Mon. Save Room For Pie 1319-361 Nov. 23 Tue. Turkey Tuesday

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ADULT WINTER VOLLEYBALL CO-REC VOLLEYBALL

Teams interested in joining our winter volleyball leagues AGES 18 & OVER should submit a request to the Recreation Office. There Grab a friend and join other volleyball lovers for fun and are two divisions: Gender Blind B (Wednesdays) and A/BB fitness! All players must register in advance. All equipment (Thursdays). Please specify a division when registering. is provided. Pick up teams are formed nightly for games. Previous year’s teams will be given priority placement. Face covering requirements will follow state and school New teams will be accepted on a first come, first served facility guidelines. basis, as openings occur. League play will begin the week of November 3 and end in March. Registration deadline Activity #: 3631-102 Fee: $49 RDF: $40 is October 1. An organizational meeting will be held in Dates: Jan. 6 - Feb. 10 (No class 1/25) late October. For more information call the Recreation Days: Tue. & Thu. Hours: 8 - 9:30 p.m. Office at (302) 366-7000. Face covering requirements will Location: West Park Elementary follow state and school facility guidelines. Leagues are scheduled to take place at Newark Charter School. Activity #: 3631-112 Fee: $49 RDF: $40 Dates: Feb. 15 - March 17 Days: Tue. & Thu. Hours: 8 - 9:30 p.m. ADULT SOFTBALL FALL • CO-ED Location: West Park Elementary

The City of Newark is planning a Fall Co-ed softball league of up to 10 teams. Games will be scheduled on Sunday mornings beginning September 12 and are played PARENT & CHILD SWIM on local Newark fields. We are accepting requests for NEW! LESSONS teams wishing to join the league. League fee is $330. Call the Recreation office for entry fee information. Send AGES 1 - 3 information to the Parks and Recreation Department, This brand new parent & child swim class is designed for Attention: Recreation Supervisor of Athletics. children ages 1 - 3 years old and will allow you and your child to spend time together teaching your little one to swim! Each half hour session is supervised by a specially N.B.A. trained instructor who will lead you through a series of NEWARK BASKETBALL IN ACTION exercises and activities that will be fun and instructive for your child. The weekly routine we observe teaches kids AGES 18 & OVER their primary skills of buoyancy, propulsion and breath Looking for a great way to have fun and stay in shape for the control. fall & winter? Join our drop-in basketball sessions. Teams are formed each day for informal games. All participants Activity #: 0635-301 Fee: $85 RDF: $70 must register in advance. Face covering requirements will Dates: Sep. 25 - Oct. 30 follow state and school facility guidelines. Days: Sat. Hours: 9 - 9:30 a.m. Location: Newark Senior Center Activity #: 3630-301 Fee: $71 RDF: $55 Dates: Sep. 15 - Dec. 8 (No class 11/24) Activity #: 0635-311 Fee: $85 RDF: $70 Days: Wed. Hours: 7 - 9 p.m. Dates: Nov. 6 - Dec. 18 (No class 11/27) Location: Newark High Days: Sat. Hours: 9 - 9:30 a.m. Location: Newark Senior Center Activity #: 3630-102 Fee: $71 RDF: $55 Dates: Jan. 5 - Mar. 23 Days: Wed. Hours: 7 - 9 p.m. Location: Newark High

WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 11 1111 BEGINNER SWIM AGES 6 - 12 RESIDENT DISCOUNT FEE (RDF) In this introductory class, participants will learn the basic skills of water orientation including: blowing bubbles, bobs, In recognizing that City of Newark residents submerge mouth, nose and eyes, floats and recovery, support our department through their city alternating arm action, supported kicking and jumps. This "taxes, the City offers residents a discounted is NOT a parent/child program and participants must be fee. Non-residents will pay the regular fee for comfortable leaving parent for the duration of the lesson. the programs. Activity #: 0630-301 Fee: $85 RDF: $70 Dates: Sep. 25 - Oct. 30 Days: Sat. Hours: 9:45 - 10:15 a.m. Location: Newark Senior Center INTERMEDIATE SWIM

Activity #: 0630-311 Fee: $85 RDF: $70 AGES 6 - 12 Dates: Nov. 6 - Dec. 18 (No class 11/27) Participants will work on stroke development including Days: Sat. Hours: 9:45 - 10:15 a.m. introduction to deep water bobs, elementary backstroke, Location: Newark Senior Center butterfly kick and body motion and treading water. Continued improvement in front and back crawl, glides and rotary breathing. Prerequisites: Must be able to swim independently on back and front for 5 yards, must be comfortable in deeper water.

Activity #: 1636-301 Fee: $85 RDF: $70 Dates: Sep. 25 - Oct. 30 Days: Sat. Hours: 11:15 - 11:45 a.m. Location: Newark Senior Center

Activity #: 1636-311 Fee: $85 RDF: $70 Dates: Nov. 6 - Dec. 18 (No class 11/27) Days: Sat. Hours: 11:15 - 11:45 a.m. Location: Newark Senior Center

ADVANCED BEGINNER SWIM ADVANCED SWIM

AGES 6 - 12 AGES 6 - 12 Participants will work on developing fundamental aquatic Participants will work on stroke improvement including skills and independent performance of the basic skills: introduction to breaststroke, open turns and flip turns. bob, floats, glides, flutter kick, jumps, front and back They can also expect continued improvement in front crawl crawl, body alignment, turning over and body position with rotary breathing, back crawl, breaststroke, butterfly, and will begin work on rhythmic breathing. Prerequisites: sidestroke and elementary backstroke. Prerequisites: Participants must be comfortable in the water and be able Participants must be able to swim one pool length using to perform an assisted back float for 3-5 seconds. front crawl and backstroke.

Activity #: 1630-301 Fee: $85 RDF: $70 Activity #: 1631-301 Fee: $85 RDF: $70 Dates: Sep. 25 - Oct. 30 Dates: Sep. 25 - Oct. 30 Days: Sat. Hours: 10:30 - 11 a.m. Days: Sat. Hours: 12 - 12:30 p.m. Location: Newark Senior Center Location: Newark Senior Center

Activity #: 1630-311 Fee: $85 RDF: $70 Activity #: 1631-311 Fee: $85 RDF: $70 Dates: Nov. 6 - Dec. 18 (No class 11/27) Dates: Nov. 6 - Dec. 18 (No class 11/27) Days: Sat. Hours: 10:30 - 11 a.m. Days: Sat. Hours: 12 - 12:30 p.m. Location: Newark Senior Center Location: Newark Senior Center

12 WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 1212 NEW! LEARN TO ICE SKATE YOUTH VOLLEYBALL GRADES 4TH - 8TH KEN CRANKER AGES 3 & OVER Bump, set and spike! Find out what it’s all about as Learn the FUNdamentals of ice skating. Classes are we introduce boys and girls to the fundamental skills designed to help skaters of all ages develop the ABCs of volleyball and team play. Each session will include of movement - Agility, Balance, and Coordination. instruction and drills to develop skills progressing toward No experience required, age minimum 3 years old. the goal of game play. Players will be divided based on Includes skate rental and skill progress report. Helmet skill level. Face covering requirements will follow state recommended and protective gear is at the discretion of and school facility guidelines. the skater. Instructors are Learn to Skate USA certified and compliant with U.S. Figure Skating's Safesport program. Activity #: 2602-301 Fee: $81 RDF: $67 Dates: Sep. 15 - Oct. 20 Fee: $118 RDF: $105 Days: Wed. Hours: 5:15 - 6:30 p.m. Location: Patriot Ice Center Location: West Park Elementary

Activity #: Dates: Days: Times:

1642-301 Sep. 13 - Oct. 25 Mon. 6:30 - 7:30 p.m. 1642-311 Sep. 10 - Oct. 22 Fri. 11:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.

REGISTER ONLINE www.newarkde.gov/play WALK IN & MAIL " Newark Parks & Recreation 220 S Main St, Newark, DE 19711 Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

NFL YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE

AGES 6 - 14 Our NFL Flag Football League is one in which boys WE RUNEWARK YOUTH and girls can have fun playing, learn about teamwork, RUNNING PROGRAM develop individual skills and stay fit. We are partnering with New Castle County for this league. Age divisions will be split based on registration numbers with up to AGES 8 - 13 ten players placed on each team. Games (minimum of We will introduce kids to the pleasure of running through six per team) will be scheduled on Saturday mornings. exciting physical activities and goal setting exercises Teams will meet twice per week (Mondays/Wednesdays) while we explore some of Newark’s best running trails. for two weeks of preseason practices starting the week Enhancing self-esteem, respecting authority, making wise of August 23. Volunteer coaches are needed to ensure a choices and fueling & caring for our bodies properly will successful program. All players will receive an NFL Flag be covered. Children are encouraged to register for the team reversible jersey, set of NFL flags, and USA Football Turkey Trot 5K race (11/20) at the end of the program. Let’s Player membership. run this town!

Activity #: 1664-301 Fee: $105 RDF: $95 Activity #: 1628-301 Fee: $95 RDF: $75 Dates: Aug. 23 - Oct. 30 Dates: Oct. 12 - Nov. 16 (No class 11/11) Days: Weeknights/Sat. Hours: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. Days: Tue. & Thu. Hours: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Location: Handloff Park Location: Downes Elementary

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Our recreational youth basketball program emphasizes AGES 18 & OVER DIAMOND STATE PICKLEBALL participation, fun, sportsmanship and skill development. Come learn about one of the fastest growing sports in Practice sessions begin the week of November 15 with America “Pickleball”. It’s a great sport with health and game play from December to early March. Each team fitness benefits with a social bent. Invented in the 60’s it has become America’s hottest pastime. Don’t expect practices or plays twice weekly. Skills Session: Each its growth to stop anytime soon. The game is reinventing league will conduct their own skills session on October itself constantly as players of all ages discover this easy- 19 prior to the start of the practices. All players registering to-learn game. Sign up today to attend an introductory for the basketball leagues are encouraged to attend their class designed to familiarize players with all aspects of league’s skills session. At the skills session, players will the game including safety, etiquette, rules, equipment, go through a series of basketball drills. All skills sessions etc. All you need is a good pair of tennis shoes (no running will be held at West Park Elementary School on Tuesday, or hiking shoes), everything else will be provided. Find a October 19 (Jump Shot - 5:30 p.m., Elementary - 6:00 September date and time that best fits your schedule. p.m., Junior - 6:30 p.m.). Volunteer coaches are needed to ensure a successful program. Coaches will receive Activity #: 1618-301 Fee: $20 RDF: $15 half off registration for one child (limit two coaches Dates: Sep. 8 Days: Wed. Hours: 6 - 7:30 p.m. per team; refunded at the end of the season). Face Location: George Wilson Center covering requirements will follow state and school facility guidelines. Activity #: 1618-311 Fee: $20 RDF: $15 Dates: Sep. 14 JUMP SHOT BASKETBALL - 2ND & 3RD GRADERS Days: Tue. Hours: 10 - 11:30 a.m. Location: George Wilson Center Games held Tue. / Thu. Activity #: 1618-321 Fee: $20 RDF: $15 Activity #: 1667-301 Fee: $117 RDF: $102 Dates: Sep. 22 Dates: Nov. 15 - March 10 Days: Wed. Hours: 6 - 7:30 p.m. Days: Mon. - Thu. Hours: 6 - 8 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center Location: West Park Elementary Activity #: 1618-331 Fee: $20 RDF: $15 Dates: Sep. 28 ELEMENTARY BASKETBALL - 4TH & 5TH GRADERS Days: Tue. Hours: 10 - 11:30 a.m. Location: George Wilson Center Games held Mon. / Wed.

Activity #: 1655-301 Fee: $127 RDF: $107 Dates: Nov. 15 - March 10 PICKLEBALL • FUNDAMENTALS Days: Mon. - Thu. Hours: 6 - 8 p.m. Location: Downes Elementary AGES 18 & OVER DIAMOND STATE PICKLEBALL Sign up today and attend a class designed to teach players the fundamentals of the sport of pickleball JUNIOR BASKETBALL - 6TH - 8TH GRADERS including return of serve, third shot, playing at the net, offense and defense, and managing the transition zone. Games held Mon. / Thu. You will need a good pair of tennis shoes (no running or hiking shoes) and have attended an introductory clinic or Activity #: 2655-301 Fee: $147 RDF: $127 its equivalent. Find an October date and time that best fits Dates: Nov. 15 - March 10 your schedule. Days: Mon. & Thu. Hours: 6 - 9 p.m. Location: Newark High Activity #: 1618-341 Fee: $35 RDF: $25 Dates: Oct. 6 - 20 Days: Wed. Hours: 6 - 7:30 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center

Activity #: 1618-351 Fee: $35 RDF: $25 WEATHER? Dates: Oct. 5 - 19 For updates on activity cancellations call the Days: Tue. Hours: 10 - 11:30 a.m. " leisure time hotline (302) 366-7147. Location: George Wilson Center

14 WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 1414 LIL SHREDDERS AFTERSCHOOL TENNIS SKATEBOARDING CLASS AGES 6 - 10 This program is designed for Downes Elementary students AGES 6-8 to walk to Handloff Park right after school. Instructor will For the little one who is itching to get on board! Participants meet students at Downes, then walk them to the park. will learn safety and the basics of skateboarding from Students who do not attend Downes are eligible to experienced instructors, as well as play age-appropriate participate but need to be dropped off at Handloff Park games and other fun activities. Parents are encouraged to at 3:15 p.m. With equipment and courts tailored to suit attend and participate with their child. their needs and abilities, kids will feel confident as soon as they pick up a racquet. Lessons will be fun and taught Activity #: 1520-301 Fee: $94 RDF: $79 in a playful manner. Racquets will be provided. Children Dates: Sep. 15 - Oct. 13 should wear sneakers and bring water to drink. Program Days: Wed. Hours: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. will not meet on rainy days. In cases of inclement weather Location: Handloff Park the Leisure Time Hotline will be updated by 2 p.m, (302) 366-7147.

Activity #: 1653-341 Fee: $79 RDF: $63 GRINDERS (BEGINNER) Dates: Sep. 13 - Oct. 25 (No class 9/27) Days: Mon. Hours: 3 - 4:15 p.m. SKATEBOARDING CLASS Location: Handloff Park

AGES 9 - 12 For the future ripper with less than one month of skateboarding experience, Grinders class will focus on TEN & UNDER TENNIS the basics of skateboarding including pushing, turning, and going down banked ramps. Further curriculum will It’s a whole new ballgame for kids tennis! With equipment include proper use of skateboarding equipment and basic and courts tailored to suit their needs and abilities, kids will terminology. This lesson will also highlight basic tricks for feel confident as soon as they pick up a racquet. Lessons more advanced participants. will be fun and taught in a playful manner. Racquets will be provided. Children should wear sneakers and bring water Activity #: 1521-301 Fee: $94 RDF: $79 to drink. Dates: Sep. 15 - Oct. 13 Days: Wed. Hours: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. AGES 5 - 7 Location: Handloff Park Fee: $79 RDF: $63 Hours: 6 - 6:45 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center PARENT & CHILD TENNIS Activity #: Dates: Days: AGES 8 - 12 Have fun and play the game of tennis with your child 1653-301 Sep. 14 - Oct. 19 Tue. this fall! This program teaches both participants the 1653-311 Sep. 16 - Oct. 21 Thu. fundamentals of tennis. In our busy lifestyles, it is nice to learn and exercise with your child. AGES 8 - 10 Activity #: 1606-301 Fee: $83 RDF: $69 Dates: Sep. 22 - Oct. 27 Fee: $79 RDF: $63 Days: Wed. Hours: 6 - 7:15 p.m. Hours: 7 - 8 p.m. Location: Fairfield Park Location: George Wilson Center

Activity #: Dates: Days:

1653-321 Sep. 14 - Oct. 19 Tue. 1653-331 Sep. 16 - Oct. 21 Thu.

WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 15 1515 PINTTENNIS SIZE BASKETBALL

Grab your racquet for the sport of a lifetime! How many other sports can be played by anyone at any age, at any time of year, and anywhere in the world? Whether you’re new to tennis or have played for years – we invite you to enjoy the game with us and other tennis lovers. Lessons provide students with basic tennis technique and skill development. The objectives for each class are to teach participants new skills appropriate to their level of play and to improve existing skills. Bring your own racquet or borrow one of our youth-sized racquets. Particpants should wear tennis shoes and bring water to class. Tennis balls are provided.

ADULT SESSIONS

Ages 16 & Over Fee: $83 RDF: $69 Hours: 7:30 - 9 p.m.

BEGINNER/ADV BEGINNER

Activity #: Dates: Days: Location: 3633-301 Sep. 12 - Oct. 17 Sun. Handloff arkP 3633-311 Sep. 13 - Oct. 18 Mon. Handloff arkP

INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED

Activity #: Dates: Days: Location: 3635-301 Sep. 16 - Oct. 21 Thu. Fairfield arkP

YOUTH SESSIONS

Ages 11 - 15 Fee: $83 RDF: $69 Hours: 5:45 - 7:15 p.m.

YOUTH BEGINNER/ADV BEGINNER

Activity #: Dates: Days: Location: 1633-301 Sep. 12 - Oct. 17 Sun. Handloff arkP 1633-311 Sep. 13 - Oct. 18 Mon. Handloff arkP

YOUTH INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED

Activity #: Dates: Days: Location: 1635-301 Sep. 16 - Oct. 21 Thu. Fairfield arkP

16 WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 1616 ARCHERY CLINIC

AGES 8 & OVER CAROL PROTACK, NATIONAL CERTIFIED COACH This archery clinic is designed to introduce the sport of WEATHER? archery. Participants will use state of the art compound For updates on activity cancellations call the bows as they learn the basics of archery. Safety, proper leisure time hotline (302) 366-7147. stance and follow through will be taught. You will be hitting " the bullseye in no time. Space is limited. Pre-registration is required by the Friday before the event.

Activity #: 1651-301 Fee: $45 RDF: $35 ADULT GOLF LESSONS Dates: Sep. 20 Days: Mon. Hours: 5:45 - 7:45 p.m. AGES 18 & OVER DEERFIELD GOLF CLUB STAFF Location: New Castle 100 Archers Join our group golf lessons for four weeks of learning the basic elements of the game including full swing on the driver and irons, chipping, putting and more! Space is BASIC INTRO TO ARCHERY limited, register early!

AGES 8 & OVER Activity #: 3646-301 Fee: $185 RDF: $165 CAROL PROTACK, NATIONAL CERTIFIED COACH Dates: Sep. 7 - 28 This introductory class will cover the fundamentals of Days: Tue. Hours: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. archery. The beginning archer will learn safety rules, Location: Deerfield Golf & Tennis Club basic shooting techniques and about the different types of bows. Bare-bow style of archery instruction will be taught. This is the simplest bow set up and the best way FALL FUN GOLF to begin learning. All equipment will be provided. Please do not bring your own. AGES 7 - 17 DEERFIELD GOLF CLUB STAFF Fall into Fun and swing into golf! Deerfield Golf Club is Activity #: 1652-301 Fee: $83 RDF: $66 offering a fall golf clinic that is sure to provide fun while Dates: Oct. 4 - 25 learning the game of golf! The instructional program is Days: Mon. Hours: 5:45 - 7:15 p.m. designed to spend one hour each class working on a Location: New Castle 100 Archers different element of the game. The clinic includes putting, chipping, pitching, full swing and more! Space is limited so be sure to sign up early!

ADULT ARCHERY CLASS Activity #: 1644-301 Fee: $185 RDF: $165 Dates: Sep. 20 - 24 AGES 20 & OVER Days: Mon. - Fri. Hours: 4:30 - 5:30 p.m. CAROL PROTACK, NATIONAL CERTIFIED COACH Location: Deerfield Golf & Tennis Club This archery class is designed to introduce the sport of archery to adults. Participants will use state of the art compound bows as they learn the basics of archery. PARENT & CHILD GOLF Safety, proper stance and follow through will be taught. You will be hitting the bullseye in no time. AGES 7 - 17 DEERFIELD GOLF CLUB STAFF Tee up with your 7 - 17 year old! If you're both beginners, Activity #: 3654-301 Fee: $86 RDF: $72 you'll learn the basics together. If you're already a golfer, Dates: Nov. 8 - 29 you can improve your game while your child gets a solid Days: Mon. Hours: 5:45 - 7:15 p.m. introduction to the sport. It’s a great way to spend time Location: New Castle 100 Archers together, get some exercise and have fun! Fee covers one child and one adult; please register the child only. Each additional family member is $85.

Activity #: 1640-301 Fee: $218 RDF: $196 Dates: Oct. 7 - 28 Days: Thu. Hours: 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Location: Deerfield Golf & Tennis Club

WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 17 1717 TINY TOT SOCCER

AGES 3 - 4 A great introduction to a sport your child will love! Drills and fun are used to introduce and reinforce skill basics. We suggest all children wear shin guards. This is an instructional program, not a league.

Activity #: 0601-301 Fee: $65 RDF: $50 Dates: Sep. 11 - Oct. 16 Days: Sat. Hours: 10:30 - 11:15 a.m. Location: Handloff Park

LITTLE KICKERS

AGES 5 - 6 Each week, the Little Kickers will receive 30 minutes of practice/instruction from coaches follwed by a game. The number of participants registered will determine the number of teams. Two games may be played simultaneously on two fields or back to back on one field. YOUTH SOCCER Participants will be broken up in advance and find out which team they are on the first day. We are looking for AGES 7 - 12 interested parents who are willing to assist in the practice/ Our youth soccer program is one in which boys and girls instruction with the teams and then be on the sidelines can have fun playing, learn about teamwork, develop with the team during the games. individual skills and stay fit. We offer two levels of play including the Elementary League (7 - 9 years) and the Activity #: 0662-301 Fee: $75 RDF: $60 Junior League (9 - 12 years). The Elementary and Junior Dates: Sep. 11 - Oct. 16 leagues consist of pre-season practices and scheduled Days: Sat. Hours: 11:30 a.m. - 12:45 p.m. games in which everyone plays. No standings are kept, Location: Handloff Park and playoffs will not be held. Players must meet age requirements as of Nov 1. Late registrations will not be guaranteed a spot on a specific team. Program kicks off on Saturday, September 11. Weeknight practices begin the week of September 13. Games will begin September 18. Games will be scheduled on Saturdays, with Sunday afternoons used as rain dates. Players are encouraged COVID-19 to wear shin guards during practice sessions and games. Volunteer coaches are needed to ensure a successful Due to current restrictions with local and program. Coaches will receive half off registration for one "state mandates from the coronavirus, the child (limit two coaches per team). schedule for programs and events are all subject to change. The safety of the ELEMENTARY SOCCER participants and their families, spectators and staff is our #1 priority as we move Activity #: 1662-301 Fee: $83 RDF: $69 forward in planning. We will continue to Dates: Sep. 11 - Nov. 6 monitor the situation and reevaluate the Days: Sat. Hours: 9 - 11 a.m. status of our programs. We will make Location: Fairfield Park changes as needed based on the guidance JUNIOR SOCCER from state and local agencies and the school district. Thank you for your continued Activity #: 1663-301 Fee: $83 RDF: $69 patience and understanding! Dates: Sep. 11 - Nov. 6 Days: Sat. Hours: 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. Location: Fairfield Park

18 WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 1818 CITY OF NEWARK PARKS & RECREATION FITNESS PROGRAMS * All facility COVID requirements must be followed

STAY FIT VIRTUAL • ZOOM-BA

AGES 18 & OVER CAROLE WALSH AGES 16 & OVER SANDY JONES A program of strength training and low impact aerobics, Zoom-ba is our virtual Zumba class, taught via Zoom. this upbeat and fun class will help you build and maintain Whether you are working from home or in the office, muscle tone and improve cardiovascular fitness. Each take a break to work on your fitness. Zumba is an session will include lively warm-ups, exercises using a full international rhythm-based dance fitness program. This range of motion for tone and flexibility, and the use of hand high cardio 45-minute workout includes salsa, cha-cha, weights to increase upper body strength. A cool down samba, cumbia, meringue, mambo, calypso, belly dance, and stretch will follow twenty-five minutes of aerobics Bollywood and much more! Who can do Zumba? ANYONE adaptable to all levels of fitness. All routines are created CAN!! by a well-qualified instructor with 30 years experience teaching exercise classes. Please bring an exercise mat DAYTIME and a pair of hand weights, one to three pounds each. (Loaner weights will be available). Activity #: 3528-301 Fee: $61 RDF: $44 Dates: Aug. 31 - Sep. 28 Fee: $76 RDF: $57 Days: Tue. & Thu. Days: Tue. Hours: 12 - 12:45 p.m. Hours: 10 - 11 a.m. Location: Virtual Location: George Wilson Center EVENING Activity #: Dates: Activity #: 3511-301 Fee: $61 RDF: $44 3620-301 Sep. 7 - Oct. 7 Dates: Sep. 2 - 30 3620-311 Oct. 19 - Nov. 18 Days: Thu. Hours: 7 - 8 p.m. 3620-321 Nov. 30 - Dec. 30 Location: Virtual

TOTAL BODY HOUR ZUMBA DAYTIME

AGES 16 & OVER GINA REICH AGES 16 & OVER SANDY JONES Up-beat music and interesting routines keep you focused Zumba is an international rhythm-based dance fitness on your fitness during this body sculpting workout using program. This high cardio 45-minute workout includes weights, body resistance, challenging moves, repetitions salsa, cha-cha, samba, cumbia, meringue, mambo, and cardio work. You will get motivated and be burning calypso, belly dance, Bollywood and much more! Who can calories in no time! Please bring a water bottle, hand do Zumba? ANYONE CAN!! weights and a large exercise ball to class. Activity #: 3528-311 Fee: $55 RDF: $37 Fee: $110 RDF: $90 Dates: Oct. 19 - Nov. 16 Days: Tue. & Thu Hours: 7 - 8 p.m. Days: Tue. Hours: 12 - 12:45 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center Location: George Wilson Center Activity #: 3528-321 Fee: $55 RDF: $37 Activity # Dates: Dates: Nov. 30 - Dec. 28 Days: Tue. Hours: 12 - 12:45 p.m. 3626-301 Sep. 7 - Oct. 7 Location: George Wilson Center 3626-311 Oct. 19 - Nov. 18 3626-321 Nov. 30 - Jan. 6 (no class 12/28, 12/30)

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AGES 16 & OVER SANDY JONES Zumba is an international rhythm-based dance fitness program. This cardio hour long workout includes salsa, cha-cha, samba, cumbia, meringue, mambo, calypso, belly dance, Bollywood and much, much more! Who can do Zumba? ANYONE CAN!!

Activity #: 3511-311 Fee: $55 RDF: $37 Dates: Oct. 14 - Nov. 18 (No class 10/28) Days: Thu. Hours: 7 - 8 p.m. Location: Newark Senior Center

Activity #: 3511-321 Fee: $55 RDF: $37 Dates: Dec. 2 - 30 Days: Thu. Hours: 7 - 8 p.m. Location: Newark Senior Center OUTDOOR YOGA

AGES 12 & OVER SAMANTHA WILLIAMS Yoga can be a great activity. This gentle class is held FRIDAY MORNING YOGA outside and is open to anyone ages 12 & over. Flow through basic poses, breathing techniques and stretches in this AGES 18 & OVER KATHLEEN WRIGHT hour long class held in Kells Park on Sunday mornings. A In this class, Yoga breathing and stretching is taught to great way to start the day! help us function at our best, physically and mentally. Mental alertness is actually closely linked to the balance Activity #: 3614-301 Fee: $51 RDF: $33 of energy in the body so your strength, flexibility and Dates: Sep. 11 - Oct. 16 (No class 9/25) balance improve the way you think and vice-versa! We Days: Sat. Hours: 9:30 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. will work on different postures and areas of the body Location: Kells Park with every class. The practice of yoga is calming and cleansing and will act to restore agility and vitality. There will be special attention paid to help the individual student with their particular issues. All levels of age and fitness VIRTUAL • AUTHENTIC YOGA are welcome to join us. Students must bring their own WITH MEETA mats. Other props (straps & blocks) are provided by the instructor. Kathleen Wright is a longtime teacher of yoga AGES 18 & OVER MEETA GAJJAR PARKER in Wilmington & Newark and regularly pursues study with The ancient practice of yoga is a combination of exercises, the most influential of senior teachers in the US and India. breathing and meditation techniques. It has long been an effective way of relieving emotional stress, stretching and Activity #: 3522-301 Fee: $55 RDF: $37 toning the body and connecting with yourself. It energizes Dates: Sep. 10 - Oct. 8 and refreshes, improves circulation and promotes mental Days: Fri. Hours: 9 - 10:30 a.m. clarity and concentration. Meeta is the daughter of the Location: George Wilson Center late Bharat J. Gajjar who brought yoga to Delaware in the 60's. This class will be taught virtually. Activity #: 3522-311 Fee: $55 RDF: $37 Dates: Oct. 22 - Nov. 19 Activity #: 3525-301 Fee: $66 RDF: $48 Days: Fri. Hours: 9 - 10:30 a.m. Dates: Sep. 29 - Oct. 27 Location: George Wilson Center Days: Wed. Hours: 7 - 8 p.m. Location: Virtual Activity #: 3522-321 Fee: $55 RDF: $37 Dates: Dec. 3 - Jan. 14 (No class 12/24, 12/31) Activity #: 3525-311 Fee: $66 RDF: $48 Days: Fri. Hours: 9 - 10:30 a.m. Dates: Nov. 10 - Dec. 15 (No class 11/24) Location: George Wilson Center Days: Wed. Hours: 7 - 8 p.m. Location: Virtual

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DANCE • LITTLE FEET DANCE • BALLET

Ages 4 - 6 AGES 7 - 10 Preschoolers love music and dance! Enhance your child’s This ballet class will help children develop their grace and sense of rhythm and coordination with this beginner elegance as dancers, focusing on beginner to intermediate dance program. Through creative movement exercises ballet techniques. Through a well-balanced, progressive set to music, your child will learn creativity, motor control, curriculum, students will develop technique and skill balance, and self-confidence all while having a blast! safely, while gaining self-confidence and discipline. Attire: any color leotard, tights, ballet shoes, and black Increasingly complex barre and center exercises are tap shoes. Students will work toward a Winter Recital taught and jumps and turns are developed to increase scheduled for December 11. Registration fee includes strength. Attire: black leotard, tights, and ballet shoes. recital costume. Students will work toward a Winter Recital scheduled for December 11. Registration fee includes recital costume. Activity #: 0010-301 Fee: $200 RDF: $180 Dates: Sep. 22 - Dec. 8 (No class 11/24) Activity #: 1012-301 Fee: $225 RDF: $200 Days: Wed. Hours: 5:15 - 6 p.m. Dates: Sep. 22 - Dec. 8 (No class 11/24) Location: George Wilson Center Days: Wed. Hours: 7 - 8 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center

RESIDENT DISCOUNT FEE (RDF) In recognizing that City of Newark residents support our department through their city "taxes, the City offers residents a discounted fee. Non-residents will pay the regular fee for the programs.

DANCE • JAZZ & HIP HOP

AGES 6 - 9 Enhance your child's dance experience with this combined class of Jazz and Hip-Hop. This class is full of fun activities to develop a safe progression of technique and focus on articulation, strength and more complex coordination. Attire: any color leotard, jazz shoes, and dance shorts. Students will work toward a Winter Recital scheduled for December 11. Registration fee includes recital costume.

Activity #: 1012-311 Fee: $225 RDF: $200 Dates: Sep. 22 - Dec. 8 (No class 11/24) Days: Wed. Hours: 6 - 7 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center

WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 21 2121 CURTAINS UP THEATER

AGES 8 - 14 RACHEL BARTON Curtains are going up as our acting students learn the skills & techniques needed to give an award winning performance. Students will learn stage movement, stage direction, voice projection, auditioning techniques, stage terminology, improvisation, character development, stage make-up, costuming, blocking, awareness, trust, positive interaction working as a team and many other theatre skills. Students will develop a confident stage presence and have fun as they progress towards a final scripted stage performance. Students must be present for the last two classes (dress rehearsal & performance). Some past productions have been The Wizard of Oz, Beauty & the Beast, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, Alice in Wonderland, Anne of Green Gables, Cinderella Hollywood, Downton Abbey Spoof- Oh My Word, and A Midsummer Night’s Dream. A popular scripted play based on student enrollment and experience will be performed on the final Friday for family and friends - Curtains Going Up! COVID-19 Activity #: 1074-301 Fee: $180 RDF: $165 Due to current restrictions with local and Dates: Sep. 17 - Nov. 5 (No class 10/22) "state mandates from the coronavirus, the Days: Fri. Hours: 4:30 - 6:15 p.m. schedule for programs and events are Location: George Wilson Center all subject to change. The safety of the participants and their families, spectators and staff is our #1 priority as we move forward in planning. We will continue to STARS ON STAGE monitor the situation and reevaluate the status of our programs. We will make changes as needed based on the guidance AGES 9 - 15 RACHEL BARTON Do you like to be funny? Do you like to be spontaneous from state and local agencies and the and creative? Is memorizing a script not really your thing? school district. Thank you for your continued If so, this class is perfect for you. Laughs abound as we patience and understanding! learn the art of improvisation and comedy sketch using tried and true interactive theatre games as well as learning to create some original comedy sketches. Students will have fun as they learn how to develop characters, make up comedy sketches, spoof popular stories, write original ADULT POTTERY scripts and perform from page to stage. They will learn to be creative as they add to a story to make it a humorous AGES 18 & OVER CAROLE FOX version that will keep the audience laughing and the actors Hand building with clay and working on the potter's wheel acting. Make friends, have fun, learn how to perform on will be taught. Students can then explore their area of stage, and be a star. Family and friends will be treated to interest. Returning students may continue at their own a live performance on the final Monday. pace. Clay, glazes and firings included.

Activity #: 1075-301 Fee: $180 RDF: $165 Activity #: 3128-301 Fee: $190 RDF: $170 Dates: Sep. 20 - Nov. 1 Dates: Sep. 23 - Nov. 11 Days: Mon. Hours: 4:30 - 6:15 p.m. Days: Thu. Hours: 6:15 - 8:15 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center Location: George Wilson Center

22 WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 2222 CITY OF NEWARK PARKS & RECREATION SPECIAL INTEREST

CPR / AED & FIRST AID INTERRUPTING THE GROOMING STRATEGIES OF CHILD PREDATORS AGES 12 & OVER PATTI REYNOLDS Participants learn to recognize and respond appropriately AGES 18 & OVER BEAU BIDEN FOUNDATION to cardiac and breathing emergencies. This course The purpose of this training is to discuss the targeting of teaches the skills participants need to know to give children by offenders who use deliberate and effective immediate care to a suddenly injured or ill person until grooming strategies with children, parents/caregivers, more advanced medical personnel arrive and take over. the community-at-large and professional settings, such Students who successfully complete this course will as schools or youth centers, where children are served. receive certificates for CPR/AED - Adult (which are valid Next, the training helps to identify grooming behaviors and for two years). Infant/Child CPR will be covered for any provides action steps to effectively disrupt the grooming participant who requires it. process. Specifically, attendees will learn to identify boundary crossing behaviors by offenders, understand CPR AED + FIRST AID the progression of grooming, and learn key strategies of an offender that keep the child quiet. The training also Activity #: 3332-311 Fee: $107 RDF: $95 provides for interactive and scenario-based discussions Dates: Sep. 26 around early intervention and policy considerations in Days: Sun. Hours: 12 - 2 p.m. youth serving organizations and schools that can reduce Location: Newark Senior Center or prevent the victimization of children. Pre-registration is required. CPR ONLY Activity #: 3321-301 Fee: FREE Activity #: 3332-301 Fee: $81 RDF: $70 Dates: Nov. 3 Dates: Sep. 26 Days: Wed. Hours: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Days: Sun. Hours: 12 - 2 p.m. Location: Newark Senior Center Location: Newark Senior Center STEWARDS OF CHILDREN LIFEGUARD & WATER AGES 18 & OVER BEAU BIDEN FOUNDATION NEW! Stewards of Children is the only evidence-informed child SAFETY TRAINING sexual abuse prevention training for adults currently available. The Beau Biden Foundation for the Protection AGES 15 & OVER of Children is working to create a societal shift in thinking: Red Cross Lifeguard Certification is consistently regarded to place the responsibility for preventing child sexual as the best-in-class. Get trained by the experts with a abuse with adults. Delaware's current statutory language certification valid for two years from the date of successful makes EVERY adult a mandatory reporter. This two- completion. During your training you will be tested on hour training will prepare adults to: recognize boundary your CPR and first aid skills, to name a few. The Red Cross crossing behaviors and settings that increase the risk provides useful study tools to help you prepare for your of victimization, how to handle a direct observation or lifeguarding test. The American Red Cross Lifeguard disclosure of abuse, and to make a report. Stewards is Manual contains skills sheets and references to help you an interactive training, with the use of video containing understand the importance of water safety and arm you information from law enforcement, mental health and with all of the knowledge necessary to help save lives and medical professionals youth sports, survivors, and youth avoid injury. Get certified and make a difference today! serving organizations. The training is free; the Beau Biden Register directly on the American Red Cross Website. Foundation will incur the cost of materials. Pre-registration is required. Activity #: 2324-301 Fee / RDF: $310 Dates: TBD Activity #: 3320-301 Fee: FREE Days: Sat. - Sun. Hours: 8 a.m. - 7 p.m. Dates: Nov. 17 Location: University of Delaware Days: Wed. Hours: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Location: Newark Senior Center

WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 23 2323 PONY UP SATURDAY HISTORY STROLL

AGES 5 - 8 FAIRWINDS FARM & STABLES ALL AGES DR. JIM JONES Pony Up is geared to give young children an introduction Newark was one of only three towns in New Castle County to horseback riding and horsemanship. Children will be to host federal housing projects constructed during World introduced to grooming, how to lead a pony properly, War II. Visit Newark’s George Read Village with local putting the saddle on and riding all in a safe and fun historian Jim Jones and learn about how the war affected environment. We work very hard to have only the very life in Newark. Meet at George Read Park at 10 a.m. on best ponies in attitude and ability at Fairwinds Farm. Saturday, September 18, for a one-hour, family friendly, Children must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes. ADA-accessible tour of the area. This rain or shine event is free and open to the public. Wear comfortable shoes Activity #: 1506-301 Fee: $57 RDF: $40 and dress for the weather. Pre-registration is encouraged Dates: Sep. 12 but not required. Days: Sun. Hours: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Location: Fairwinds Farm & Stables Activity #: 3414-301 Fee: FREE Dates: Sep. 18 Days: Sat. Hours: 10 - 11 a.m. Location: George Reed Park TRAIL RIDE

AGES 8 & OVER FAIRWINDS FARM & STABLES Never been on a horse, but always wanted to try riding? Or, just itching to get back in the saddle? Our trail rides on quiet, dependable horses are made for you! We give a confidence-building introductory ride in our ring followed by a relaxing ride through woods and fields, for a total of one hour. After the ride feel free to walk around the farm and visit our goat, donkey, rabbits and chickens. There is a weight restriction of 250 lbs. for this activity. Participants must wear long pants and closed-toe shoes or boots with a small heel. GHOSTLY GREAT NEW! HALLOWEEN HISTORY Activity #: 1504-301 Fee: $71 RDF: $52 TOURS Dates: Sep. 12 Days: Sun. Hours: 11 a.m. - 12 p.m. Location: Fairwinds Farm & Stables ALL AGES DR. JIM JONES Did you know that Deer Park Tavern is rumored to be cursed by Edgar Allen Poe? Our traditional walking tours typically focus on old buildings and the ever changing DISCOVER NEWARK landscape of Newark. This fall, Dr. Jim Jones will show you where Newark’s “bodies are buried”, focusing on the NEW! WILDLIFE HABITATS historic people of Newark who may be still be lurking our EASTERN BOX TURTLES Newark streets. Join us for a one hour, family friendly (but spooky) tour of some of the places you might want ALL AGES to avoid on foggy nights when the moon is full. Tours will JEAN HEDRICH, DELAWARE COUNCIL OF WILDLIFE begin on Main Street in front of Old College on Tuesdays REHABILITATORS AND EDUCATORS and Fridays from October 19 - 29. The tour is offered in Grab your family and friends and join a Certified Wildlife partnership with the Newark Historical Society. All routes Rehabilitation Professional for a workshop on Newark are ADA accessible and cover approximately 0.5 miles. Wildlife with a focus on Eastern Box Turtles! The Eastern This rain or shine event is free and open to the public. Box Turtle is a Newark resident but their numbers are Wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather. Pre- declining in our region. Learn about the behavior, habitat registration is required for this event. and conservation of the Eastern Box Turtle and what you can do to help this wildlife neighbor. The workshop will be Fee: $8 RDF: $5 held at the Phillips Park Pavilion and will include a walk Hours: 7 - 8 p.m. through Phillips Park, a National Wildlife Certified Habitat Location: Old College Hall & Main Street site. Participants should wear comfortable closed-toe shoes, dress for the weather and wear insect repellent. Activity #: Dates: Days:

Activity #: 3421-301 Fee: FREE 3417-301 Oct. 19 Tue. Dates: Oct. 23 3417-311 Oct. 22 Fri. Days: Sat. Hours: 10 - 11 a.m. 3417-321 Oct. 26 Tue. Location: Phillips Park 3417-331 Oct. 29 Fri.

24 WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 2424 MIGRATORY BIRD WATCHING STORYTIME & ARTFUL NEW! YOGA SERIES ALL AGES SHEILA SMITH & CURT DAVIS Join local birders Sheila Smith and Curt Davis to look AGES 6 - 12 for migratory birds passing through on their journey to Our new Storytime & Artful Yoga Series will provide southern wintering grounds. This slow-paced walking kids ages 6 - 12 the opportunity to experience yoga in program will cover identification, birding, birdwatching a fun-loving environment while discovering more about and the importance of habitat. Beginner to advanced themselves. Each session will explore a blend of yoga, birders are welcome! The program will begin at the Curtis along with stories and art designed to cultivate creativity, Mill Park parking lot at 8 a.m. with a brief introduction on self-respect and respect for others. We will learn yoga migratory birds. Participants will then walk with the group poses, play games, create art, introduce journal writing, for observation and identification. Wear comfortable shoes tell stories and most of all, have fun! Art materials will be and dress for the weather. Binoculars are encouraged provided. Bring your own yoga mat and water bottle. Wear but not required. Pre-register by no later than 4 p.m. on comfortable clothes to stretch in. the previous business day. In case of inclement weather please call the Leisure Time Hotline at (302) 366-7147 Activity #: 1625-301 Fee: $30 RDF: $25 after 7 a.m. for program cancellation information. Rain Dates: Oct. 1 date will be Sunday, Oct. 5. Days: Fri. Hours: 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center Activity #: 3420-301 Fee: FREE Dates: Sep. 19 Activity #: 1625-311 Fee: $30 RDF: $25 Days: Sun. Hours: 8 - 10 a.m. Dates: Oct. 22 Location: Curtis Mill Park Days: Fri. Hours: 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center

Activity #: 1625-321 Fee: $30 RDF: $25 Dates: Nov. 19 TAE KWON DO Days: Fri. Hours: 6:30 - 7:45 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center AGES 16 & OVER SEAN MORRISON This 10-week course will focus on the fundamentals of the Chung Do Kwan style of Tae Kwon Do. Learn the basics and the forms associated with this style alongside your peers and become proficient in focus, balance, WRITE, PUBLISH, SELL! speed, power and control as they relate to self-defense. This is a fun way to build confidence, improve strength, AGES 18 & OVER LOIS HOFFMAN endurance and flexibility, and become involved in the Whether you want to write a book to start your career as martial arts community. This class utilizes a belt system of a writer or as a creative hobby, find out how YOU can self- advancement. Gi pants and white belts will be provided publish a book and sell it online on sites such as Amazon for students new to martial arts. Instructor Sean Morrison and Barnes and Noble. This course will take you on a tour is a second degree black belt who has been studying and of writing, editing, pricing, publishing, and marketing your teaching Tae Kwon Do in Philadelphia for over 7 years. He book, plus a whole lot more. You will leave with a solid is committed to sharing his in-depth martial arts training understanding of the self-publishing industry and how and experience with all willing to learn. you and your book fit in. Your instructor, Lois Hoffman, is the owner of The Happy Self-Publisher and author of The Activity #: 3331-301 Fee: $95 RDF: $80 Self-Publishing Roadmap and Write a Book, Grow Your Dates: Sep. 14 - Nov. 23 (No class 10/26) Business. She is passionate about helping writers share Days: Tue. Hours: 6:30 - 8 p.m. their words with the world. Location: Newark Senior Center Activity #: 3080-301 Fee / RDF: $25 Dates: Nov. 10 Days: Wed. Hours: 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Location: Newark Senior Center

WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 25 2525 SCRATCH NINJA COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE NEW! INTRODUCTION FOR KIDS AGES 7 - 11 CREATE & LEARN AND ADULTS This class is geared towards students grades 2-5 and uses Scratch, a coding platform developed by MIT, as a tool to ALL AGES SYMPHONIC HARMONICS teach core computer science and coding concepts such Drum Together! Symphonic Harmonics will host a new as loop, conditional, motion, and sensing. Students will program blending structured drum expressions with improv work on a project in each session ranging from animation, to bring everyone together and become one with the games, graphic design storytelling, etc. Kids will be music. In this introductory class, we encourage everyone challenged to be creative and solve tough problems while to come with their drum or instrument, be themselves and learning the deeper computer science concepts. Level: allow their soul to play. Additional drums and instruments Beginner. Requirements: Students must have a laptop or will be provided. The sense of community and expression desktop device with Zoom, a Chrome browser, and high is healing to the soul. Every sound contributes to a internet connectivity. beautiful symphony of music! No experience necessary, all are welcome! Come out to drum, dance, play and enjoy Activity #: 1351-301 Fee: $253 RDF: $225 the vibe! Dates: Sep. 8 - Dec. 1 (No class 11/24) Days: Wed. Hours: 4 - 5 p.m. Activity #: 1062-301 Fee / RDF: FREE Location: Virtual Dates: Sept. 23 Days: Thu. Hours: 6 - 7 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center MINECRAFT CODE TO MOD

AGES 8 - 11 CREATE & LEARN Minecraft: Education Edition is built on top of the regular Minecraft game and includes additional features to teach kids coding and other STEM skills. We start by introducing the very basic concepts of stacking commands together to make computers accomplish tasks - the fundamentals of coding. We will then move on to learn core coding concepts such as loop, operations, conditional, events, function, variables, and more. As students get more comfortable with these coding skills, they will also start building more complex structures as well as mini-games through coding. Requirements: Students must have a laptop or desktop device with Zoom, a Chrome browser, and high internet connectivity, Windows or Mac computer (Chromebook is not supported). Activity #: 1351-311 Fee: $253 RDF: $225 Dates: Sep. 11 - Dec. 4 (No class 11/27) Days: Sat. Hours: 12 - 1 p.m. COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE FOR KIDS Location: Virtual AGES 8 - 12 SYMPHONIC HARMONICS Our kids drum program develops listening skills, encourages community building, inspires new ways of PYTHON AI communicating, develops rhythm and relieves stress with the power of ancient African drumming. Drum circles AGES 10 - 15 CREATE & LEARN create a safe space for people of all ages, especially Students take a deeper dive into coding using Python. children, to express creativity, create music, move their Students will transition from block coding, which they bodies through interactive activities, play and have fun! learned in Scratch, to text-based coding. They will learn We teach African rhythms in a dynamic way that’s easy fundamental Python skills as they build creative stories, to learn. Drums and percussion instruments are provided animations and games. Basic topics will include using for class instruction. No experience necessary, all are Python syntax, variables, loops, functions, and built-in welcome! Come out to drum, dance, play and enjoy the data structures. In these classes, students will begin using vibe! Python for AI and data science. Prerequisites: Scratch coding experience and familiarity with basic coding Activity #: 1062-311 Fee: $140 RDF: $125 blocks are recommended but not required. Requirements: Dates: Sept. 30 - Oct. 21 Students must have a laptop or desktop device with Zoom, Days: Thu. Hours: 6 - 7 p.m. a Chrome browser, and high internet connectivity. Location: George Wilson Center

Activity #: 1351-321 Fee: $253 RDF: $225 Activity #: 1062-321 Fee: $140 RDF: $125 Dates: Sep. 9 - Dec. 2 (No class 11/25) Dates: Nov. 4 - Dec. 2 (No class 11/25) Days: Thu. Hours: 6 - 7 p.m. Days: Thu. Hours: 6 - 7 p.m. Location: Virtual Location: George Wilson Center

26 WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 2626 ADULT COMMUNITY DRUM CIRCLE September | Fishing With First Responders AND SOUND HEALING Friday, Sep. 10, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Curtis Mill Park Activity #: 3605-301 AGES 18 & OVER SYMPHONIC HARMONICS Come join us for a beautiful night of drumming and Enjoy an evening of fishing with first responders at ecstatic dance. We blend structured African rhythms with Curtis Mill Park. Prepackaged snacks will be available. improv to bring everyone together in frequency and one Limited number of fishing poles and bait will be available. with the music. The sense of community and expression is Participants are encouraged to bring their own fishing healing to the soul. Every sound contributes to a beautiful pole, chair, bait and a picnic to enjoy while fishing. Officers symphony of music! Drums and percussion instruments will also provide information on car theft prevention are provided, but you are welcome to bring your own drum including the importance of locking your cars and keeping or instrument. Drumming has been proven to develop valuables out of sight. Officers will also demonstrate the listening skills, encourage community building, inspire proper traffic stop behaviors and etiquette if you should new ways of communicating, develop rhythm and relieve be pulled over. stress. Drum circles create a safe space for people of all ages to express creativity, create music, and move their body through interactive activities. At the end of the drum circle, we will ground ourselves with an introduction to September | Dangers of Drinking sacred sound immersion using Shamanic Drums, flute, crystal bowls, gongs, ocean drum, Koshi chimes, and Friday, Sep. 24, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. more. This experience will take you down a sound healing George Wilson Center journey. No experience necessary, all are welcome! Come Activity #: 3605-311 out to drum, dance, play and enjoy the music! Offered primarily to college students and young adults Activity #: 1062-331 Fee: $35 RDF: $25 to understand the risks associated with alcohol use. Try Dates: Oct. 14 on beer goggles, learn how to understand your limits and Days: Thu. Hours: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. protect yourself and others while drinking safely. Location: George Wilson Center Activity #: 1062-341 Fee: $35 RDF: $25 October | Candy, Costumes & Cops Dates: Nov. 18 Days: Thu. Hours: 7:30 - 8:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 28, 4 - 5:30 p.m. Location: George Wilson Center George Wilson Center Activity #: 3605-321 In conjunction with the Newark Parks and Recreation Annual Halloween Party at the George Wilson Center, FIRST RESPONDER learn about Trick or Treating Safety from Newark Police. NEW! FRIDAYS November | Protecting Your Home & Preventing Package Theft ALL AGES Newark Parks and Recreation will partner with Newark Friday, Nov. 5, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. Police Department and local first responder organizations George Wilson Center to offer First Responder Fridays, September thru Activity #: 3605-331 December 2021. For one Friday of every month, an event or discussion is offered to encourage positive community With so many packages being delivered prior to the engagement with the Newark Police Department in holiday season, the Police will discuss protecting your the Parks! Discussions will be open to all ages, with a home and what is the best way to prevent being victims separate area available for children’s activities and story of porch pirates. Attendees will have the chance to win times. Events provide an opportunity for the community to a Ring Doorbell provided by Newark Police Department. spend quality time and ask questions in a relaxed setting. It also gives an opportunity for police officers to get to know the community. All events are free and open to the public. Discussions will be offered via Zoom and in person December | Presents from Police at the George Wilson Center and other locations. Pre- registration is required by 12 p.m. the day prior to the Friday, Dec. 17, 5:30 - 7:30 p.m. scheduled events/discussions. Presents will be available for pick up from the Newark Fee: FREE Police for families in need this holiday season. Donations Days: Fridays provided through Toys for Tots. Holiday games and crafts will be available. More information to follow.

WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 27 2727 CHRISTMAS IN NYC NYC BUS TRIP

Enjoy a day trip to New York City during the holiday season! We’ll drop you off near Radio City Music Hall then you are on your own to enjoy the lights, decorations and holiday atmosphere. Your trip cost includes motor coach transportation. Bus will depart New York at 6 p.m. SAT. DEC. 11 • 7 AM - 9 PM ACTIVITY #: 4712-301 • FEE: $65 RDF: $55 TRIP GUIDELINES 1. Register at www.newarkde.gov/play or in the office. No phone registrations 4. Youth under age 18 must be will be accepted. accompanied by a responsible adult.

2. Trips will depart from the City 5. The Parks and Recreation Department Municipal Building, 220 South Main does not permit smoking while on the Street and will assemble in the rear bus. parking lot. 6. Refunds cannot be given unless seats 3. You will be dropped off near Radio City Music Hall. can be resold.

28 WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 2828 CITY OF NEWARK PARKS & RECREATION COMMUNITY EVENTS

VENDORS FOR COMMUNITY DAY Vendor Packages for Community Day are now available. Please call (302) 366-7000 or email parksrec@newark. de.us for more information. Packages are available on the City of Newark web site www.newarkde.gov/play. This program is supported in part by a grant from the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in participation with the National Endowment for the Arts. The division promotes Delaware arts events on www.Delawarescene.com

INTERESTED PERFORMERS Anyone interested in performing at the 2021 Parks and Recreation events, including Community Day and Winterfest, are asked to submit a demo (CD or electronic link) and a letter of interest. COMMUNITY DAY Newark Parks and Recreation Community Events 220 South Main Street Sunday, Sep. 19 Newark, DE 19711 Raindate Sep. 26 Email: [email protected] 11 a.m. - 4 p.m. UD Green from Memorial Hall to Delaware Avenue Please include all contact information, as well as fee structures for performances. Performers will only be The City of Newark Parks and Recreation Department, contacted if selected for an event or performance. in cooperation with the University of Delaware and the Christina School District, present the area’s premier fall festival on Sunday, September 19. This exciting event features fun for the entire family. The Green provides the perfect outdoor venue for local musicians and demonstration groups. A food court will NATIONAL DAY OF SERVICE have a variety of foods. Fine Art and Homemade Craft vendors will be displaying and selling their creations. Saturday, Sep. 11 The Children’s Area is always a big hit with Scarecrow 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. Making and more. Community Information booths and Newark Senior Center activities are supplied by a variety of local businesses and organizations. Patriot Day & National Day of Service is Saturday, September 11. Visit Newark Parks and Recreation at The Pets are not comfortable in the heat and crowds of large Newark Partnership Health & Volunteer Fair at the Newark events, so for their safety and the safety of those attending Senior Center from 10 a.m. - 1 p.m. You can sign up for the event, please leave your pets at home. future volunteer opportunities or get involved right in White Chapel Park that day! Volunteers are essential in This program is supported in part by a grant from taking care of our parks and for us to conduct the quality the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in programs and events that the community has come to participation with the National Endowment for the Arts. love. Volunteer help and dedication to the community The division promotes Delaware arts events on is greatly appreciated. For additional information please www.Delawarescene.com call (302) 366-7000 or email [email protected]. To register, go to www.newarkde.gov/play. Vendor packages are available at www.newarkde.gov/ play. For more information call the Parks and Recreation Office at (302) 366-7000 or email parksrec@newark. de.us.

WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 29 2929 HARVEST FESTIVAL

SATURDAY, OCT. 9 11 A.M. - 2 P.M. HANDLOFF PARK

The City of Newark Parks and Recreation Department will be hosting the Harvest Festival again this year at Handloff Park on October 9 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m. Grab your friends and family for an afternoon full of fall fun with hay rides, games, crafts, local food vendors, inflatables and more! The rain date is scheduled for Sunday, Oct. 10 from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.

FALL COMMUNITY CLEAN UP

SATURDAY, OCT. 16 9 - 11 A.M. NEWARK MUNICIPAL BUILDING HALLOWEEN PARTY AT GWC

Grab your family, friends, coworkers and neighbors to AGES 3 - 12 help keep Newark beautiful. Join us at the City of Newark Boo! It’s time for our annual Halloween Costume Party at Municipal Building on Saturday, October 16 from 9 - 11 a.m. the George Wilson Center. Join us for special Halloween Individuals and volunteer groups are welcome. Gloves crafts and activities, sweet refreshments, spooky and trash bags will be provided. For additional information storytelling, a mysterious costume contest and even a or to volunteer for the clean-up, please call the Recreation scary room to enter if you dare. Come on out for a ghostly office at (302) 366-7000 or email parksvolunteers@ good time and a lot of Halloween fun! Pre-registraion is newark.de.us. Register online at www.newarkde.gov/play. available but not required, pay $5 at the door.

Activity #: 1510-301 Fee / RDF: $5 TRICK OR TREAT MAIN STREET Dates: Oct. 28 Days: Thu. Hours: 4 - 5:30 p.m. SUNDAY, OCT. 24 Location: George Wilson Center 4 - 5 P.M.

Ghosts and goblins, fairies and princesses join in the fun NEWBARK PAWLOOZA of Trick or Treat Main Street. The event is paired with the Halloween Parade for twice the fun. There will be goodies SATURDAY, NOV. 6 from many stores and downtown businesses, and much 10 A.M. - 1 P.M. more. Bring a camera and have your picture taken in the HANDLOFF PARK pumpkin patch. All municipal lots will offer free parking during the events. For the safety of the children, Main Grab a leash and your BFF (Best Furry Friend) and join Street will remain closed throughout Trick or Treat Main us for a howling good time on Saturday, November 6 at Street. There is no rain date for this event. Handloff Park. NewBark PawLooza will be a furtastic good time with exciting activities and vendors that will provide Pets are not comfortable in the heat and crowds of all of your pooch pampering needs. Watch doggie demos, large events, so for their safety and the safety of those participate in canine contests, enjoy a romp around the attending the event, please leave your pets at home. Pets park, or meet your new best friend at a local rescue group can participate in costumes at NewBark PawLooza. booth. Vendor packets are now available. All dogs must be leashed (6' or less), non-aggressive, and up to date For additional information, please call the Newark Parks on their shots in order to attend. Please visit the Newark and Recreation Department at (302) 366-7000. For Parks & Recreation Facebook page for more information cancellation information, please call our Leisure Time and updates. Hotline at (302) 366-7147.

30 WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 3030 HALLOWEEN PARADE SUNDAY, OCT. 24 • 3 PM • MAIN STREET

Newark’s annual Halloween Parade is drawing near. ** Pre-registration is not necessary if: You simply Plan now to be a part of this special Halloween wish to come in costume and walk in the parade. A event, complete with marching bands, floats, antique special line up space will be provided. Check in at the automobiles, costumed characters and much more. information booth at George Read Park by 2:30 p.m. on The parade begins at Tyre Avenue and Main Street and marches west on Main Street, to College Avenue. parade day. Parade Categories (Pre-registration is necessary) ** Note to Politicians or Political Groups: If you wish Marching Bands or Musical Groups - Any marching to march in the parade, you must be in costume and band or musical group. High School and Junior High pre-register. We appreciate your cooperation. Marching Bands must have a minimum of 25 musicians and be pre-registered for the parade in order to qualify Please remember that pets are not comfortable in the for a donation. heat and crowds of large events, so for their safety and the safety of those attending the event, please leave Floats - Floats will be judged on their Halloween theme, and monetary prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd your pets at home There is NO RAIN DATE for this and 3rd place. event. For cancellation information, please call (302) 366-7147. Large Marching Group - Must include a minimum of 10 individuals with at least 2 adults (if children are 12 or Please note the following road closures during the under, there must be 1 adult per 5 children). Awards event: will be presented for 1st, 2nd & 3rd place. Main Street (Library Avenue to North College) Small/Family Marching Group - Must have an overall Tyre Avenue/Delaware Circle theme and consist of at least 5 members and fewer than 10 members. Awards will be presented for 1st, 2nd Delaware Avenue (Chapel Street to Library Avenue) and 3rd place. Vehicles - Antique automobiles with or without costumed drivers/riders.

REGISTER ONLINE AT WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY OR FILL OUT THE APPLICATION BELOW AND RETURN TO THE PARKS OFFICE AT 220 SOUTH MAIN STREET, NEWARK DE, 19711 BEFORE FRIDAY, OCTOBER 8 AT 5 PM.

NAME OF ORGANIZATION, GROUP, OR INDIVIDUAL:

PLEASE CIRCLE ONE OF THE CATEGORIES: BAND FLOAT LARGE GROUP SMALL & FAMILY GROUP VEHICLE

# MARCHING PEOPLE: # OF VEHICLES: LENGTH OF FLOAT:

MUSIC: YES NO POLITICAL: YES NO OVERSIZED VEHICLE: YES NO

THEME (IF KNOWN):

NOTES:

CONTACT PERSON: PHONE #:

MAILING ADDRESS: EMAIL:

CITY: STATE: ZIP: WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 31 3131 TURKEY TROT

SATURDAY, NOV. 20 9 - 11:30 A.M. HANDLOFF PARK

The 5K and 10K Runs and 5K Walk will be held on Saturday, November 20 at Handloff Park on Barksdale Road in Newark.

This year’s online registration will be taken on the Races2Run website (www.races2run.com) for your convenience.

Pre-race shirt and number pick up at the Parks and Recreation office will be held on Friday, Nov. 19 from 8:30 a.m. - 4 p.m. for those registered by Nov. 17. This is a rain or shine event. For additional information, please call the Newark Parks and Recreation Department at (302) 366- 7000.

Trophies for overall winners and age group winners. Both courses (5K and 10K) have been certified. There will be 10 men’s and 10 women’s divisions in each run. The first 500 registrants will receive a long sleeve T-shirt. Prizes will be awarded to overall winners, as well as winners in age group categories for each run. Overall 1st, 2nd and 3rd place awards will be given for the 5K Walk. Be sure to list your age on race day so we can accurately place you 35TH ANNUAL THANKSGIVING in the appropriate division. Random awards will be given during the awards ceremony, following the 5K. All winners DAY BREAKFAST must be present during the ceremony in order to collect their award. THURSDAY, NOV. 25 8 - 10:30 A.M. You may still fill out our standard registration form for the GEORGE WILSON CENTER race and mail or walk in your registration. Registrations must be received by Wednesday, November 17. Part of the Enjoy Thanksgiving Day morning in the company of proceeds go towards the James F. Hall Scholarship Fund Newark neighbors and friends. The Parks and Recreation to provide tuition assistance to youth who would otherwise Department, area merchants and volunteers will celebrate be unable to participate in activities and programs through our 35th year of gathering together to offer this special the Newark Parks and Recreation Department. breakfast. Our mission is to create a warm and caring atmosphere among community members, older adults Once again this year coats will be collected and distributed and area students who are unable to share the holiday to people in need throughout the area. Anyone interested with family members or a companion. Join us for a hearty in making a donation may bring coats in good condition breakfast and a little fellowship. This year’s menu will the morning of the race. include pancakes, eggs, sausage, fruit, coffee, juice, and tea. People over the age of 60 MAY ATTEND AT NO COST. Please remember that pets are not comfortable in crowds Advanced registration is encouraged. There will be an of large events so, for their safety and the safety of those optional food drive for the Delaware Food Bank. Please attending the event, please leave your pets at home. bring a canned item including fruit, vegetables, meat or tuna. Volunteer assistance is needed for the day of and $25 pre-registration (on or before November 17) Wednesday prior to the event. Interested volunteers must $30 on November 18 & 19 contact (302) 366-7000 for more information. Volunteer $5 Second Race positions are not guaranteed and fill up fast!

EVENT START TIME Activity #: 4511-311 Fees: Free for 60 & Over 10K Run 9 a.m. $3 in advance 5K Walk/Run 10:30 a.m. $6 at the door

32 WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 3232 SANTA'S SECRET SHOPPE

SATURDAY, DEC. 4 9 A.M. - 12 P.M. GEORGE WILSON CENTER

Children are invited to participate in Santa’s Secret Shoppe at the George Wilson Center. This unique and cost effective holiday event gives children the opportunity to purchase gifts for family and friends with a pint sized price tag. All items are priced $5.00 and under and will be gift wrapped for free. Volunteers will be on hand to assist children with shopping. Vendors, crafters or local businesses wishing to participate in the Santa’s Secret Shoppe should call (302) 366-7000 or register online at www.newarkde.gov/play under vendor opportunites.

REGISTER ONLINE " www.newarkde.gov/play WALK IN & MAIL Newark Parks & Recreation 220 S Main St, Newark, DE 19711 Mon. - Fri. 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

WINTERFEST

SNACK WITH SANTA FRIDAY, DEC. 3 6 - 8 P.M. SATURDAY, DEC. 4 ACADEMY BUILDING LAWN 9:30 - 11:30 A.M. GEORGE WILSON CENTER Winterfest promises to be a wonderful addition to the holiday season. Holiday entertainment, roasting chestnuts, The holidays are coming! Get into the spirit by joining caroling, tree lighting, ice carving demonstrations, and Santa for snacks, stories, crafts, games and a relaxed much more will fill this wonderful evening of fun for the visit at the George Wilson Center. We encourage you whole family. The rain date for this event is December to bring your camera to capture some special moments. 4. Winterfest is a joint effort by the Newark Parks and Come and start the season off right! Children must be Recreation Department and the University of Delaware. accompanied by an adult. No pre-registration required – The Delaware Special Olympics will be holding their pay at the door. Annual Reindeer Run in conjunction with Winterfest (www. sode.org). Activity #: 1511-311 Fee: $2 / Person ages 2 & Up Dates: Dec. 4 This program is supported in part by a grant from Days: Sat. Hours: 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. the Delaware Division of the Arts, a state agency, in participation with the National Endowment for the Arts. Location: George Wilson Center The division promotes Delaware arts events on www.Delawarescene.com.

WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 33 3333 4. Follow the prompts & input your Creating a new account holder’s information. To receive text alerts (i.e. cancellations, program changes, etc.) please indicate your account mobile carrier next to your cell phone with Civic Rec number. 1. Go to www.newarkde.gov/play. 5. Select other account members at the bottom right & input their information. 2. Click the blue register today button. 6. Select save new user and repeat as 3. On desktop, select log in, create an needed. account in the top left. On mobile, select account in the top right & sign up. 7. Select save & close.

7. To register, click on the appropriate participant’s name located to the right of Register with the activity information. 8. Once participant(s) is checked, select Civic Rec Add to Cart.

1. Go to www.newarkde.gov/play 9. Click Checkout. 2. Click the blue register today button. 10. Fill in any prompts or waivers. 3. Create or sign in to your account. 11. Add a Payment option. 4. Select Catalog. 12. Fill in applicable Payment information & click Add Payment. 5. Select the proper tab. 13. Click Complete Transaction. Do NOT 6. Select a program by clicking on the title. leave the screen until you get confirmation.

34 WWW.NEWARKDE.GOV/PLAY 3434 CITY OF NEWARK PARKS & RECREATION ACTIVITY REGISTRATION FORM

RESPONSIBLE ADULT FIRST NAME M.I. LAST NAME

MAILING ADDRESS BIRTHDAY (M, D, Y)

CITY STATE ZIP

HOME PHONE CELL PHONE WORK PHONE

EMAIL ADDRESS

RESIDENT - YOU PAY CITY OF NEWARK TAXES NON-RESIDENT - YOU DO NOT PAY CITY OF NEWARK TAXES

PARTICIPANT INFORMATION FIRST NAME LAST NAME BIRTHDAY (M, D, Y) AGE SEX

ACTIVITY NUMBER ACTIVITY NAME ACTIVITY FEE

. Please note: The activities offered by the Newark Parks & Recreation Department are accessible to individuals with disabilities. If there are any reasonable accommodations that we might need to make for the participant to FEE TOTAL: fully participate in our activities, please call the Parks & Recreation office to discuss the matter. $

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Does participant have any allergies? Yes No If yes, please explain:

Does participant have any physical or mental conditions that may require special attention? Yes No If yes, explain:

EMERGENCY RELEASE WAIVER • MUST ACKNOWLEDGE AND SIGN

I or in my legal capacity as the parent/guardian of the minor named hereby acknowledge and agree that participation in Newark Parks and Recreation activities comes with inherent risks. I have full knowledge and understanding of the inherent risks associated with Newark Parks and Recreation participation, including but in no way limited to: (1) slips, trips, and falls, (2) aquatic injuries, (3) athletic injuries, and (4) illness, including exposure to and infection with viruses or bacteria. I further acknowledge that the preceding list is not inclusive of all possible risks associated with participation and that said list in no way limits the operation of this Agreement.

CORONAVIRUS / COVID-19 WARNING & DISCLAIMER Coronavirus, COVID-19 is an extremely contagious virus that spreads easily through person-to-person contact. Federal and state authorities recommend social distancing as a mean to prevent the spread of the virus. COVID-19 can lead to severe illness, personal injury, permanent disability, and death. Participating in Newark Parks and Recreation programs or accessing City of Newark facilities could increase the risk of contracting COVID-19. The City of Newark in no way warrants that COVID-19 infection will not occur through participation in Newark Parks and Recreation programs or accessing City of Newark facilities.

WAIVER, RELEASE, INDEMNIFICATION & COVENANT NOT TO SUE In consideration of participation in Newark Parks and Recreation programs, events and activities I, the undersigned participant or parent/guardian of minor(s) named agree to release and on behalf of myself, and the minor(s) named, my heirs, representatives, executors, administrators, and assigns, HEREBY DO RELEASE the City of Newark, its officers, directors, employees, volunteers, agents, representatives and insurers (“Releasees”) from any causes of action, claims, or demands of any nature whatsoever including, but in no way limited to, claims of negligence, and including, inter alia, claims stemming from exposure to the COVID-19 virus, which I, the named minor, my heirs, representatives, executors, administrators and assigns may have, now or in the future, against Newark Parks and Recreation on account of personal injury, property damage, death or accident of any kind, arising out of or in any way related to the use of City of Newark facilities/equipment or participation in Newark Parks and Recreation programs whether that participation is supervised or unsupervised, however the injury or damage occurs, including, but not limited to the negligence of Releasees.

In consideration of my or the named minor(s) participation in Newark Parks and Recreation programs, I, the undersigned participant or parent/guardian of named minor(s), agree to INDEMNIFY AND HOLD HARMLESS Releasees from any and all causes of action, claims, demands, losses, or costs of any nature whatsoever arising out of or in any way related to my or the named minor(s) participation. I hereby certify on behalf of myself and the named minor(s) that I have full knowledge of the nature and extent of the risks inherent in Newark Parks and Recreation participation and that I, on behalf of myself and the named minor(s) am voluntarily assuming said risks. I understand that I and the named minor(s) will be solely responsible for any loss or damage, including personal injury, property damage, or death, I or the named minor(s) sustain while participating in Newark Parks and Recreation programs and that by signing this agreement I on behalf of myself and the named minor(s) HEREBY RELEASE Releasees from all liability for such loss, damage, or death. I further certify that I and the named minor(s) are in good health and have no conditions or impairments which would preclude safe participation in Newark Parks and Recreation programs. I understand that the City of Newark provides NO insurance coverage for this activity. I give permission for myself and/or named minor to be photographed while participating and/or attending a Newark Parks & Recreation activity. I understand that photos may be used in future publicity.

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PLEASE RETURN THIS FORM WITH PAYMENT TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION OFFICE. 220 SOUTH MAIN STREET, NEWARK DE, 19711 • (302) 366 7000 • FAX (302) 366-7169

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COLEMAN 42 Country Hills Dr. 1 5.7 • COVERDALE 371 Paper Mill Rd. 2 16.8 • • CURTIS MILL 225 Paper Mill Rd. 3 7 ••• • DEVON 46 Cornwall Dr. 4 4.6 •• DOROTHY P. MILLER 111 Capitol Trail 5 7.28 • • DOUGLAS D. ALLEY 420 Douglas D Alley Drd 6 .9 •• EDNA C. DICKEY 60 Madison Dr. 7 8.2 1 1 • • • •• 6 • ELAN 2 Blue Hen Dr. 8 6.7 *1 • • •• FAIRFIELD 491 Stamford Dr. 9 7.0 3 2 1 • • • • • FAIRFIELD CREST 20 Winﬁeld Dr. 10 3.7 1 1 • • • FOLK PARK 98 Welsh Tract Rd. 11 34.6 1* *1 1 • • • • • 1 GEORGE READ 315 Delaware Cir. 12 2.8 1 • • • GEORGE WILSON CENTER 303 New London Rd. 13 4.8 1 1 1 • 1 • • • • • 1 HIDDEN VALLEY 120 W Mill Station Dr. 14 6.5 *1 • • • • IRON GLEN, Elkton Rd. 15 12.4 Future Development JAMES F. HALL TRAIL 16 1.76 •• KARPINSKI 345 Old Paper Mill Rd. 17 8.0 • •• KELLS 201 Kells Ave 18 5.2 1 2 1 • • • • ••• KERSHAW 197 Paper Mill Rd. 19 2.0 2 • • • LEWIS 727 Academy St. 20 4.2 2 ••••• LUMBROOK 100 Woodlawn Ave. 21 5.9 2 2 1 • • • • LEROY C. HILL Barksdale & 1001 Casho Mill Rd. 22 6.3 1 • MCKEES 100 McKees Ln. 23 4.0 • NEWARK RESERVOIR 240 Old Paper Mill Rd. 24 113 • •• • NORMA B. HANDLOFF 1000 Barksdale Rd 25 15.8 3 1 2 2 • • •• • • OLAN THOMAS 89 Paper Mill Rd. 26 4.3 • OLD PAPER MILL PARK 219 Old Paper Mill Rd. 27 12.3 Future Development • ORVILLE A. CLARK 10 White Clay Dr. 28 .8 • PHILLIPS 101 B St. 29 13.7 3 2 • • •••• • PRESTON’S PLAYGROUND 250 Old Paper Mill Rd. 24 • • • POMEROY TRAIL 30 RAHWAY 922 Rahway Dr. 31 .9 • • RIDGEWOOD GLEN Shenandoah Dr. 32 12.4 • • RITTENHOUSE 228 West Chestnut Hill Rd. 33 45.9 ••••• • STAFFORD 420 Staord Ave. 34 1.8 • • WHITE CHAPEL 300 White Chapel Rd. 35 10 1 • • • WM M REDD, JR 500 Paper Mill Rd. 36 68.5 • ••

OTHER FACILITIES USED FOR PROGRAMS A. DOWNES SCHOOL D. NEWARK SENIOR CENTER G. NEWARK CHARTER SCHOOL 220 Casho Mill Road 200 White Chapel Drive 2001 Patriot Way H. NEWARK CHARTER JR/SR HIGH SCHOOL B. MCVEY SCHOOL E. PARKS AND RECREATION OFFICE 200 McIntire Drive 908 Janice Drive 220 SOUTH MAIN C. NEWARK HIGH SCHOOL F. WEST PARK SCHOOL 750 Delaware Avenue 193 West Park Place

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