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Weymouth Recreation Where the fun and the friendships begin! www.weymouth.ma.us/rec - 781-682-6124 January Edition, 2014

Recreation News: for new ideas will have to be January 31, 2014. Of course earlier is better. Ugh – Late again!!! Summer Book 2014 – The goal is to February / April vacations – Thanks to release the summer book on - Valentine’s Day everyone that attended the December vacation – 2/14 guys. and made it the success that it was! We will  Resident registration starts on again be offering vacation programs during February 17th the February (February 17 – 21) and April (21  Non-resident registration starts March – 25) vacations. These vacations fill so 3rd. please register early. We will need to limit enrollment. Scholarship Applications – Will be available February 1st. Awards can be Summer Employment – Have a son or processed before registration kick-off. daughter looking for summer work - or some extra time yourselve? We are accepting Snow/ Inclement Weather Policy: applications until March 14, 2014! All storm related program Applications are available online: cancellations will be posted on http://www.weymouth.ma.us/index.php/depar www.weymouth.ma.us/rec. Please tments/human-resources/ Also, be on the check the web-page or call 781-535- lookout (on our web-page) – we will be 2245 if you have any questions regarding the looking to hire some winter / spring staff very weather and the subsequent status of a soon – a great way to have us get to know you scheduled evening or weekend program or before the summer hires. birthday party.

Junior Volunteers – Great job last year. Donate your used shirts – Don’t store Applications for 2014 will be out on March them - donate them now and help send a child 17th. Registration will be during April to camp in 2014 – sales of used shirts benefit vacation. the scholarship program! Program / Summer Program Ideas: New Understanding of Discounts We are always looking for program ideas Because these programs are out so late and ways to tweak existing programs. We we will keep the discount prices intact hope to have the Summer 2014 book to the throughout registration. printer on February 6, 2014 – so the deadline

1 1393 Pleasant St. E. Weymouth, MA 02189 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Online: 24/7 Floor Hockey – The floor hockey program introduced to a variety of skills scheduled to start this month has been that artists have developed in the delayed. It will be an outdoor program in the 20th century to express ideas and spring. Look to future flyers for details. feelings about the world. We will be expressing our own ideas about the world that we live in today. A reminder that the Back to Clay Art Class starting date was pushed back to January 9th due to the snow storm and there are still some slots available.

Bay State Skating School When: Sundays, Jan. 19th – Mar.23rd nd Drama Fun (6-9) (V) (No class Feb.2 – Super Bowl Sunday) When: Tuesdays, Feb.4th – Mar. 18th 5:00 p.m. to 5:50 p.m. (No class - Feb. 18th – Winter Vacation Where: Weymouth Connell DCR Rink Break) Semester III 4:00 – 5:00 p.m. (6-9) Starting Youth Fee * Adults Where: McCulloch Bldg. Min: 8 / Max: 12 Jan. 19th $186 $202 Fee $60.00 Jan. 26th $165 $180 Through theatre games and Feb. 9th $144 $157 improvisation, children learn Feb. 16th $124 $135 basic stage principles such as Feb. 23rd $103 $112 getting up in front of an Mar. 2nd $82 $90 audience, creating a character, and working as th a team. The casual environment of Mar.9 $62 $67 imaginative games and short scripts teaches Mar. 16th $41 $45 kids about the world of stage acting in a low- Mar. 23rd $20 $22 stress way, keeping the emphasis on having fun! Parents may attend a scene showcase Beginner, advanced & intermediate skills during the final class. Our instructor is Christa are taught by professional instructors. The Dunn, who studied acting at The American lessons will be 25 minutes, followed by 25 Academy of Dramatic Arts and the American minutes of practice time. Only registered Globe Theatre in New York City. skaters are allowed on the ice. Skaters must have sharpened figure or hockey skates. Creative Art Workshop (7-12) (V) Skating helmets are mandatory for students (Drawing w/ color and black and white) ages 4 ½ to 9 and highly recommended for When: Thursdays, Feb. 13th – Mar. 23rd everyone. Mittens or gloves are encouraged. (No class Feb. 20th – Winter Vacation Break) This is not a drop-off class. 3:45 – 5:00 p.m. Where: Teen Center Min: 5/ Max: 10 Pre-School Dance for Fun (3-4) (V) Fee $75.00 When: Saturdays, Feb. 8th – Mar. 22nd In this workshop children will use “mixed (No class- Feb. 22nd - Winter Break) media” tools such as pencils (color and black 8:00-9:00 (3-4) and white); chalk, charcoal, graphite sticks; Where: McCulloch Bldg. . Min: 8/ Max: color chalks, (pastels); etc. to create unusual 12 drawings-paintings on paper. They will be Fee After 1/28 Until 1/28 2 $60.00 $48.00 www.weymouth.ma.us/rec at under Activities This introductory class, run by Miss - Adult Hoop and then click on “dates”. Tracey, will include a combination of tap, ballet and acrobatic techniques. Students should wear comfortable clothing. Ballet and tap shoes are required. Birthday Parties (3+) When: Saturdays 1:30 p.m., 3:05p.m. Where: McCulloch Bldg. The heart has its reasons Birthday parties are designed for of which reason knows one child or twins and activities are age specific. A 4:40 p.m. party nothing. may be available on dates on which the 3:05 Blaise Pascal p.m. party has been booked. Parties are $125, and details can be found on our Weymouth Fit Club (16+) (V) website. (For Men and Women) When: Wednesday evenings Archery (Adults & Seniors) Time: 6:30 – 7:30 p.m. (WR) Cost: FREE. When: Saturdays, Mar.1st - Apr. 5th Contact Denise MacDonald @ 11:25 – 12:25 p.m. (Adults) [email protected] Where: McCulloch Bldg. Min:10/ Max:12 Come join us for free training classes that feature a variety of popular Beachbody fitness Fee $24.00 programs such as P90X, Insanity, Focus T25, and Les Mills Pump as seen on TV. Classes These classes are designed for novices and will be a mixture of live and video workouts experienced participants alike. All equipment lead by P90X and Insanity certified trainers. is provided. George Williams, a certified The workouts featured will vary from N.F.A.A instructor, and C.B. Keith will lead week to week and include body-weight this program. These six week sessions run training, cardio, plyometrics, core work, throughout the school year on Saturdays at martial arts and yoga. All are welcome as the 11:30 a.m., with an abbreviated summer moves in these workouts are modifiable to program being offered on Saturdays at 10:00 accommodate all fitness levels. Nutritional a.m. Program is held in the gymnasium, and and training advice is available at the end of weather permitting moves outside during the each session. Towel, water, yoga mat spring, summer and fall seasons. and positive attitude are all that you need to bring. Invite some friends and come and see Martial Arts Fitness/Self Defense why these workouts are so popular. (18+)(V) Adult Hoop! (For Men and Women) When: Thursdays, Jan.30th – Apr.10th Resolve to play more, lace them up again, (No class: Feb. 19th Winter Vacation) run the court, drain the shot – have fun! 7:30 p.m. – 8:15 p.m. Adult Hoop continues on Saturdays Where: McCulloch Bldg. Min:8/ Max:12 afternoons and Tuesday evenings through the Fee $99.00 winter and into the late spring. The fee is

$8.00 per player at the door. Usually at Chapman Middle School or the High School but locations sometime change at the last second – check where”the game” is at: 1 1393 Pleasant St. E. Weymouth, MA 02189 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Online: 24/7 This motivating and fun Our discussion will go beyond the recipe, and workout will teach you the will include shopping tips, timing and basics of self defense while planning strategies in the kitchen, and how to helping you reach your fitness goals. Taught create an atmosphere and look that by Suzanne DiGiammo of Dynamic Martial compliments your meal. Come by yourself Arts,this class will teach you the basics of self and plan your special night, or with a defense, while helping you reach your fitness companion to share a special night. You will goals.There is no self defense experience enjoy the process almost as much as you necessary and all fitness levels are enjoy the meal. Class will run for about 2 ½ welcome.We will work individually with each hours and then we will stay and enjoy the student and structure exercises so that fruits of our labor. everyone reaches their personal highest level of achievement. Classes are taught in a fun Tonights Menu: and safe environment. Many adults are hesitant to start something new. But the Cheese plate: Horseraddish Cheddar & benefits of mental and physical health, stress Uncured Pepporoni; Stilton Blue, Honey, and relief, self defense and general well being are Organic Raw Walnuts worth taking that first step.The rewards will Salad: Hearts of Everything: Palm, Romaine, be felt in all aspects of daily life.We welcome Artichokes and Celery, Homeade Italian everyone to come join us for a great class! Dressing Join us as a solo, as a couple, or as a group. Main Course: Herb-Crusted Semi Boneless We look forward to seeing you in class! Any Prime Rib Roast; Twice-Baked Potato, questions about the class feel free to email: Roasted Brussel Sprouts with Pancetta [email protected] Dessert: Winter Berry Shortcake with Marscapone Whipped Cream

Pre-Valentines Day Rib Roast Cooking Class (18+) (V) WATERCOLORS FOR WINTER (18+) Date: Saturday, Feb. 8th (V) Time: 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. Dates: Tuesdays, Feb. 4th – Mar. 18th Where: McCulloch Building th Cost: $45 per person, $70 pair (No class -Feb.18 – Winter Break) or Minimum: 2 (singles or pairs) th th Maximum: 8(singles or pairs) Thursdays, Feb.6 - Mar. 20 (No class – Feb. 20th –Winter Break) Come join Chef Mark on a culinary Time: 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m. adventure that is sure to wow your significant Where: Teen Center Conference Room other. We will use only fresh ingredients, Minimum:5 / Maximum 20 nothing packaged, pre-mixed or processed. 2 Fee $119.00 out with watercolors is a simple and creative step towards opening your artistic Bring some beautiful sunshine to your winter possibilities! All you’ll need is a box of days! Watercolor is a translucent medium that watercolors, a brush and some beautiful sinks into the fiber of a sheet of paper, paper. releasing the light from the surface. Bring supplies; a short and inexpensive list Watercolor dries fast, enabling one to work will be sent to registrants. Minimum 5. quickly with freshness and spontaneity. Maximum 20. Each session meets once a Explore the fundamentals of watercolor week for 6 weeks painting, with an emphasis on exploration and one given on Tuesday and another on personal expression. Students will work from Thursday. observation investigating subjects ranging $120.00 for 6 week session.If a person elects from botanical to landscape. So if you have to take both sessions- the second session will always wanted to learn how to paint, starting be reduced to $100.00.

Wey-Fun Winter Vacation Week Feb. 17th –21st @ Immaculate Conception Parish Center Hard to believe that the “2014” New Year has arrived and the February “Winter” School Break is just around the corner. In addition to our home base of activities at the Immaculate Conception Parish Center, our “On the Go” program will include swimming and skating options at the Connell (D.C.R) Pool and Rink in Weymouth.(See specific details below.) Coming off our strongest Christmas School Break Program ever, we welcomed a lot of new faces and look forward to selling out the next two school vacation break programs. Check out our February 7th flyer for developing deatils.

Daily fee schedule Full day participants stay through lunch. A.M. early drop-off begins at 8:00 a.m. No charge Morning 8:30 a.m.– 12:30 p.m. $15.00 P.M. early drop-off begins at 12:15 p.m. Afternoon 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. $15.00 Ext. Day 4:30 –6:00 p.m. $5.00 On The Go Swim / Skate @ DCR No charge Pool & Rink

“Multi-Sport” Gym Games – The large “double gym” is ideal for traditional team sports: floor hockey, basketball, soccer, and flag football, along with diamond based games such as kickball, t- ball, wiffle ball and Where’s Fenway. Each afternoon session will culminate in a series of fun- filled individual contests and team competitions including camper vs. counselor challenges.

“On the Go”- (Limited space) morning programs will offer 6+ participants the opportunity to swim at the DCR pool in Weymouth on Feb.17th, 19th, 20th and 21st These activities are offered at no charge but require a separate advanced daily registration along with your corresponding Wey-Fun registration. Participants are transported by 15 passenger 1 1393 Pleasant St. E. Weymouth, MA 02189 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Online: 24/7 van. Our Red-Cross certified lifeguard staff who will be in the pool to complement the D.C.R. guards on duty. Our (Limited Space) Tuesday afternoon program will offer 8+ participants the opportunity to skate at the DCR rink on Tuesday Feb. 18th are offered at no charge but also require a separate advanced daily registration along with your corresponding Wey-Fun registration. There is a separate registration for skate rental (cost is $5.00). This registration must happen with your registration for the vacation and skating programs.

“Kid’s Choice Zone-”Utilizing (3) spacious adjoining classrooms, we are able to engage participants in more individual pursuits and activities within a smaller group setting throughout the day. Activities might include: table games, arts and crafts projects, chess instruction or tournaments along with specially scheduled daily segments such as Minute to Win It, Lego or Kinnex Building & Engineering Club, Karaoke, Freeze Dance and Music Fun. Be sure to check out the schedule of fun activities on your way out each day to be ready for fun the next day!

“Kid’s Kitchen” Opens daily at noon to provide a hands-on interactive cullinary experience for kids. Daily specials will keep interested chefs busy every afternoon – whether for their own enjoyment or to feed the hungry masses. This will be a third activity option during the afternoon session, where kids get to eat or take home the fruits of their labor.

WEYMOUTH HERRING RUN CLEAN UP DAY

2 Saturday April 5, 2014

Meet in Herring Run Park Behind Niko’s Restaurant At 8:00 AM

Refreshments Provided

Please Bring Gloves and Appropriate Clothing for Work Along the River

THANK YOU!

The Herring Run Committee

Call 781-749-0189 for more info

1 1393 Pleasant St. E. Weymouth, MA 02189 Office hours: 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. Online: 24/7