FALL 2021 RECREATION AND PARKS ACTIVITY GUIDE

AQUATICS • TOTS/PRESCHOOL • CHILDREN CROYDON CREEK NATURE CENTER • TEENS • ADULTS ADULTS 60+ • CULTURAL ARTS FALL 2021 CALENDAR OF EVENTS

September 4-5 9th Annual Rockville Arts Festival: 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Downtown Rockville. 11 Doggie Dip Day: Noon-4 p.m., Rockville Swim and Fitness Center. Page 9. 25 Rockville Sister City Corp: Taiwan Bubble Tea Festival: 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Rockville Town Square. See page 28.

October 2 Rocktobierfest: 11 a.m-5 p.m., Rockville Town Center. Free See back cover. 16 Rockville Antique & Classic Car Show: 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m., (no rain date ), Rockville Civic Center Park. Free. See page 29. 17 Rockville Concert Band Concert Series: 3 p.m., F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre. “Old and New.” No tickets required. $5 suggested donation. See page 45. 23 Halloween Carnival: 2-4 p.m. Thomas Farm Community Center.$10 per child at door. See page 19 29 Monster Mash Family Dance: 7-9 p.m., Twinbrook Community Recreation Center. Register for course #20701 or $4 per person at door. See page 21. 30 Peek-A-Boo Halloween: 10 a.m. – noon, ages 2-5, Lincoln Park Community Center. Register for #20140 $20R/$30NR. See page 15. 30 25th Annual F. Scott Fitzgerald Literary Festival: 9 a.m.-5 p.m.Virtual event. See page 28..

November 1 45th Annual Rockville 10K/5K Race and Kids 1 Mile Fun Run: 8:30 a.m. King Farm Village. See page 25. 5-7 Mysteries at the Glenview Mansion, Murder on the Oriental Rug, 11/5-6 8 p.m, 11/7 2 p.m. 8-10 Victorian Lyric Opera Company: From Paris to Vienna, 10/8-9 8 p.m. and 10/10 2 p.m 19 Rockville Brass Band: Brass and Voices at the Movies 3 p.m. 11 Veteran’s Day Ceremony: 11 a.m. Veteran’s Park. Free. 11 Peerless Rockville Speaker Series: 7 p.m., Glenview Mansion. Free. Forgoing Freedom: Endurance, Escape, and Rockville’s Underground Railroad. Register for #20600. See page 44. 21 Rockville Concert Band Concert Series: 3 p.m., F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre. “Reimagined.” No tickets required. $5 suggested donation. See page 45.

December 4-5, Rockville Civic Ballet presents: “The Nutcracker,” 2 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre. See page 48. 11-12 Rockville Civic Ballet presents “The Nutcracker” at 2 p.m. at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre. See page 48. 18 Holiday Festival at Civic Center Park, 1-4 p.m. 19 Rockville Concert Band Concert Series: 3 p.m., F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre. “Home for the Holidays.” No tickets required. $5 suggested donation. See page 45. 19 Rockville Chorus “Holiday Concert”: 7:30 p.m., F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre. No tickets required. $5 suggested donation. See page 45.

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PROGRAMS DATES AQUATICS...... 4-12 SENIOR MEMBERS: TOTS AND PRESCHOOL...... 14-16 Tuesday, August 3 CHILDREN...... 17-23 Adults 60+ Recreation and Services Guide programs only. CROYDON CREEK NATURE CENTER...... 24-25 GENERAL: TEENS...... 26-27 Thursday, August 5 ADULTS...... 30-35 COMMUNITY CENTERS...... 37-39 ADULTS 60+...... 40-43 CULTURAL ARTS...... 44-48

GENERAL INFORMATION STAY Emergency/Weather Policy...... 53 INFORMED Financial Assistance...... 50 www.rockvillemd.gov/recreation Frequently Used Parks/Facilities...... 49 [email protected] Individuals with Disabilities...... 53 240-314-8620 Registration Info and Forms...... 54-55 Recreation and Parks Foundation...... 51 twitter.com/rockvillerec instagram.com/rockvillerec

2 WAYS TO REGISTER

1. Online 2. By Mail or Fax We are not taking in-person at www.rockvillemd.gov/ Mail or fax your completed registrations at this time. registration. registration form. See page Call 240-314-8620 for information. 62 for a list of addresses and fax numbers.

www.rockvillemd.gov/registration | Page 3 Outdoor recreation pool with slide Advanced reservations are required and available for Rockville Indoor and residents and swim center members only. outdoor pools

Fitness center

Multipurpose room ROCKVILLE SWIM AND FITNESS CENTER www.rockvillemd.gov/swimcenter 240-314-8750 • [email protected] • 355 Martins Lane, Rockville, MD 20850

The Rockville Swim and Fitness Center is a great place to swim and stay in shape year-round. Swimming We offer three seasonal outdoor swimming pools, two year-round indoor Classes swimming pools, sprayground, a 150-foot waterslide, hot tub, dry sauna and a fully Annual and Seasonal equipped fitness center. Memberships Available! Come for the Day Visit our newly expanded and or the Year! renovated locker room and lobby!

Hours Registration Begins: August 5 Monday - Saturday 6 a.m. - 9 p.m. Registration deadline: one week prior to start date. Sunday 9 a.m. - 9 p.m. To be eligible for a membership discount, participants registering for a course must have an annual, winter or summer membership for aquatics or the full facility. See www.rockvillemd.gov/swimcenter for a list of Sign Up for membership rates and types. Credits or refunds will be issued for medical Notifications reasons only and must be accompanied by a letter from your doctor. Note: Receive updates on $15 withdraw fee will be applied for all refunds; $5 transfer fee may apply. schedule changes, weather Register Online: Mail to: Secure Fax to: alerts,critical announcements, www.rockvillemd.gov/ Swimming Lessons Swimming Lessons upcoming classes and facility registration RSFC 240-314-8759 projects. Sign up today at 355 Martins Lane, www.rockvillemd.gov/ Rockville, MD 20850 swimcenteralerts Rates are determined by membeship status not residency. M = Member NM = Nonmember Page 4 | Main Rec. Line: 240-314-8620 Aquatics AQUATICS

Adult/Child Swim Bubblers 1 Introduce your baby to the water in a relaxed and playful manner. Learn basic skills and water safety. This is an adult/child class. Non- toilet-trained children must wear a swim diaper under tight-fitting vinyl pants. Pants are on sale at the Swim and Fitness Center. Age: 6-18 months M/NM 20470 Tu 9/7-10/19 9-9:30 AM $76/$95 20369 Sa 9/11-10/23 10:50-11:20 AM $76/$95 20370 Su 9/12-10/24 10:15-10:45 AM $76/$95 20471 Tu 10/26-12/14 9-9:30 AM $88/$109 20368 Sa 10/30-12/18 10:50-11:20 AM $76/$95 20371 Su 10/31-12/19 10:15-10:45 AM $76/$95 Bubblers 2 Tots with little or no experience are welcome. Children learn the basics of swimming such as submerging, floating, kicking and arm- stroking. This is an adult/child class. Non-toilet-trained children must wear a swim diaper under tight-fitting vinyl pants. Pants are on sale at the Swim and Fitness Center. Age:18-36 months M/NM 20472 Th 9/9-10/21 9-9:30 AM $76/$95 20374 Sa 9/11-10/23 10:15-10:45 AM $76/$95 20375 Su 9/12-10/24 9:40-10:10 AM $76/$95 20376 Su 9/12-10/24 11:25-11:55 AM $76/$95 20373 M 9/13-10/18 2-2:30 PM $66/$82 20473 M 10/25-12/13 2-2:30 PM $76/$95 20377 Th 10/28-12/16 9-9:30 AM $76/$95 20380 Sa 10/30-12/18 8:30-9 AM $76/$95 20378 Sa 10/30-12/18 10:15-10:45 AM $76/$95 20372 Su 10/31-12/19 9:40-10:10 AM $76/$95 20379 Su 10/31-12/19 11:25-11:55 AM $76/$95 Bobbers 1 Along with an adult, children learn to adjust to the water. They also learn simple water skills, such as submerging, floating, kicking and-arm stroking. This is an adult/child class. Non-toilet-trained children must wear a swim diaper under tight-fitting vinyl pants. Pants are on sale at the Swim and Fitness Center. Age:3-5 M/NM 20475 W 9/8-10/20 2-2:30 PM $76/$95 20474 Th 9/9-10/21 9:30-10 AM $76/$95 20381 Sa 9/11-10/23 9:05-9:35 AM $76/$95 20382 Sa 9/11-10/23 11:25-11:55 AM $76/$95 20383 Su 9/12-10/24 9:05-9:35 AM $76/$95 20384 Su 9/12-10/24 10:50-11:20 AM $76/$95 20476 W 10/27-12/15 2-2:30 PM $88/$109 20389 Th 10/28-12/16 9:30-10 AM $76/$95 20385 Sa 10/30-12/18 9:05-9:35 AM $76/$95 20386 Sa 10/30-12/18 11:25-11:55 AM $76/$95 20387 Su 10/31-12/19 9:05-9:35 AM $76/$95 To promote health and safety in 20388 Su 10/31-12/19 10:50-11:20 AM $76/$95 our community some programs may be modified or cancelled. Aquatics

Bobbers 2 20423 Th 10/28-12/16 5:45-6:15 PM $82/$102 Children who already know how to do a front float with a kick 20424 F 10/29-12/17 3:35-4:05 PM $82/$102 should sign up for this class. They work on back floats, combining 20425 F 10/29-12/17 4:45-5:15 PM $82/$102 parts of the crawl stroke and endurance. Work in the deep end is 20426 Sa 10/30-12/18 9-9:40 AM $82/$102 done as well. This is an adult/child class. Non-toilet-trained children 20427 Sa 10/30-12/18 10:30-11:10 AM $82/$102 must wear a swim diaper under tight-fitting vinyl pants. Pants are 20428 Sa 10/30-12/18 11:15-11:55 AM $82/$102 on sale at the Swim and Fitness Center. 20429 Su 10/31-12/19 9-9:40 AM $82/$102 Age:3-5 M/NM 20430 Su 10/31-12/19 9:45-10:25 AM $82/$102 20477 Tu 9/7-10/19 9:30-10 AM $76/$95 20431 Su 10/31-12/19 10:30-11:10 AM $82/$102 20390 Sa 9/11-10/23 8:30-9 AM $76/$95 20432 Su 10/31-12/19 11:15-11:55 AM $82/$102 20391 Sa 9/11-10/23 9:40-10:10 AM $76/$95 20392 Su 9/12-10/24 8:30-9 AM $76/$95 Floaters 2 20478 Tu 10/26-12/14 9:30-10 AM $88/$109 This swim class is for children who are comfortable in the water, 20393 Sa 10/30-12/18 9:40-10:10 AM $76/$95 can submerge for 5-10 seconds and can swim 5 yards on their 20394 Su 10/31-12/19 8:30-9 AM $76/$95 front and back. They continue to work on and develop basic swimming skills, such as front and back glides, coordinated kick and arm strokes and rhythmic breathing. Prior swim lesson experience Preschool Swim recommended. Age:4-6 M/NM Fearful Floaters 20504 Tu 9/7-10/19 5:10-5:40 PM $82/$102 This swim class is intended for children who are reluctant to take 20505 W 9/8-10/20 3:35-4:05 PM $82/$102 part in a Floaters 1 class, but are ready to try a class without adult 20506 W 9/8-10/20 4:10-4:40 PM $82/$102 participation. Taught at a slower pace, it stresses water adjustment 20507 Th 9/9-10/21 4:35-5:05 PM $82/$102 and comfort with putting their faces in water. To ease each child’s 20508 Th 9/9-10/21 5:10-5:40 PM $82/$102 anxiety, adults remain on deck for the duration of the lesson. 20509 F 9/10-10/22 3:35-4:05 PM $82/$102 Age:4-6 M/NM 20510 F 9/10-10/22 4:10-4:40 PM $82/$102 20491 W 9/8-10/20 3:35-4:05 PM $82/$102 20447 Sa 9/11-10/23 9:45-10:25 AM $82/$102 20415 Sa 9/11-10/23 9:45-10:25 AM $82/$102 20435 Sa 9/11-10/23 11:15-11:55 AM $82/$102 20414 M 9/13-10/18 4:45-5:15 PM $71/$88 20436 Su 9/12-10/24 9:45-10:25 AM $82/$102 20489 M 10/25-12/13 3:35-4:05 PM $94/$117 20437 Su 9/12-10/24 11:15-11:55 AM $82/$102 20490 W 10/27-12/15 3:35-4:05 PM $94/$117 20446 M 9/13-10/18 4:10-4:40 PM $94/$117 20416 Sa 10/30-12/18 9:45-10:25 AM $82/$102 20511 M 10/25-12/13 4:10-4:40 PM $94/$117 20512 Tu 10/26-12/14 5:10-5:40 PM $94/$117 Floaters 1 20513 W 10/27-12/15 3:35-4:05 PM $94/$117 This swim class is designed for children who need to become 20438 Th 10/28-12/16 4:35-5:05 PM $82/$102 adjusted to water. They learn to do front and back floats, kick and 20439 Th 10/28-12/16 5:10-5:40 PM $82/$102 stroke, as well as put their faces in the water. Children learn to 20440 F 10/29-12/17 3:35-4:05 PM $82/$102 swim 5 yards on their front and back. 20441 F 10/29-12/17 4:10-4:40 PM $82/$102 Age:4-6 M/NM 20448 Sa 10/30-12/18 9:45-10:25 AM $82/$102 20493 Tu 9/7-10/19 4:35-5:05 PM $82/$102 20449 Sa 10/30-12/18 10:30-11:10 AM $82/$102 20494 Tu 9/7-10/19 5:10-5:40 PM $82/$102 20442 Sa 10/30-12/18 11:15-11:55 AM $82/$102 20495 Tu 9/7-10/19 5:45-6:15 PM $82/$102 20443 Su 10/31-12/19 9:45-10:25 AM $82/$102 20503 W 9/8-10/20 4:10-4:40 PM $82/$102 20444 Su 10/31-12/19 10:30-11:10 AM $82/$102 20492 Th 9/9-10/21 5:45-6:15 PM $82/$102 20445 Su 10/31-12/19 11:15-11:55 AM $82/$102 20496 F 9/10-10/22 3:35-4:05 PM $82/$102 20497 F 9/10-10/22 4:45-5:15 PM $82/$102 Strokers 1 20434 Sa 9/11-10/23 9-9:40 AM $82/$102 Children who can swim a combined stroke on their front with 20433 Sa 9/11-10/23 10:30-11:10 AM $82/$102 rhythmic breathing and on their back for at least 8 yards should 20418 Sa 9/11-10/23 11:15-11:55 AM $82/$102 take this class. The focus is on stroke development in front crawl, 20419 Su 9/12-10/24 9-9:40 AM $82/$102 back crawl and elementary backstroke arms and kick. Treading 20420 Su 9/12-10/24 9:45-10:25 AM $82/$102 water and rhythmic breathing skills are also taught. 20421 Su 9/12-10/24 10:30-11:10 AM $82/$102 Age:4-7 M/NM 20422 Su 9/12-10/24 11:15-11:55 AM $82/$102 20479 Th 9/9-10/21 4:35-5:05 PM $82/$102 20417 M 9/13-10/18 3:35-4:05 PM $82/$102 20480 Th 9/9-10/21 5:10-5:40 PM $82/$102 20502 M 10/25-12/13 3:35-4:05 PM $94/$117 20395 Sa 9/11-10/23 9:45-10:25 AM $82/$102 20498 M 10/25-12/13 4:45-5:15 PM $94/$117 20396 Su 9/12-10/24 11:15-11:55 AM $82/$102 20499 Tu 10/26-12/14 4:35-5:05 PM $94/$117 20400 M 9/13-10/18 3:35-4:05 PM $71/$88 20500 Tu 10/26-12/14 5:10-5:40 PM $94/$117 20481 W 10/27-12/15 4:10-4:40 PM $94/$117 20501 W 10/27-12/15 4:45-5:15 PM $94/$117 20397 Th 10/28-12/16 4:35-5:05 PM $82/$102

Page 6 | Main Rec. Line: 240-314-8620 20398 Th 10/28-12/16 5:10-5:40 PM $82/$102 20399 Sa 10/30-12/18 11:15-11:55 AM $82/$102 20401 Su 10/31-12/19 9-9:40 AM $82/$102 Strokers 2 This class is for children who can swim a coordinated front crawl with rhythmic breathing and backstroke for 15 yards, and are comfortable in deep water. They work on perfecting front/back crawl, elementary backstroke and treading water. Students are introduced to coordinated breaststroke. Age:4-7 M/NM 20482 Tu 9/7-10/19 5:45-6:15 PM $82/$102 20403 Sa 9/11-10/23 11:15-11:55 AM $82/$102 20404 Su 9/12-10/24 9-9:40 AM $82/$102 20402 M 9/13-10/18 4:45-5:15 PM $71/$88 20483 M 10/25-12/13 4:45-5:15 PM $94/$117 20484 Tu 10/26-12/14 5:45-6:15 PM $94/$117 20485 W 10/27-12/15 4:45-5:15 PM $94/$117 20405 Sa 10/30-12/18 10:30-11:10 AM $82/$102 20406 Su 10/31-12/19 11:15-11:55 AM $82/$102 Strokers 3 This class is for children who can swim freestyle with side breathing, backstroke and elementary backstroke for 25 yards. In CHECK OUT OUR addition, the ability to swim a coordinated breaststroke and the butterfly kick is required. Successful completion of Strokers 2 (or FITNESS ROOM comparable level in another program) is also required to enroll in this class. Age:4-7 M/NM AT RSFC 20486 W 9/8-10/20 4:45-5:15 PM $82/$102 20487 F 9/10-10/22 4:45-5:15 PM $82/$102 20407 Sa 9/11-10/23 9-9:40 AM $82/$102 20408 Su 9/12-10/24 10:30-11:10 AM $82/$102 20409 F 10/29-12/17 4:45-5:15 PM $82/$102 Featuring: 20410 Su 10/31-12/19 9:45-10:25 AM $82/$102 • 5 Treadmills • 3 Recumbant Bikes Mini Swim Team Prep • 4 Elliptical Machines • 2 Step/Climber This swim class is for children who can swim freestyle with Machines bilateral breathing and backstroke for 50 yards. In addition, children • 2 Rowing Machines must swim a legal coordinated breaststroke for 25 yards and be able to do butterfly arms and kicking. Successful completion of Strokers 3 is required to enroll in this class. • 13 Pieces of Single-Station Strength Training Age:5-7 M/NM Equipment and Free Weights. 20488 Th 9/9-10/21 5:45-6:15 PM $82/$102 • Meeting Room (Available for Rentals and 20411 Sa 9/11-10/23 9-9:40 AM $82/$102 Parties). 20412 Th 10/28-12/16 5:45-6:15 PM $82/$102 20413 Sa 10/30-12/18 9:45-10:25 AM $82/$102

240-314-8750 www.rockvillemd.gov/swimcenter

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Children/Teen Swim Youth 4 Children who are comfortable in deep water and who can swim Youth 1 a coordinated front crawl stroke with rhythmic breathing and Water adjustment is the focus of this class. Children are backstroke for 15 yards should take this class. Children work on introduced to front and back floats, kicking, arm stroking, blowing perfecting front and back strokes, and treading water. Coordinated bubbles and swimming 7 yards front and back. Children must also breaststroke is introduced. Prerequisite: Youth 3. be able to fully submerge and must be comfortable with all of Age:7-15 M/NM these skills prior to moving on to Youth 2. 20334 Sa 9/11-10/23 9-9:40 AM $87/$102 Age:7-15 M/NM 20335 Sa 9/11-10/23 10:30-11:10 AM $87/$102 20463 W 9/8-10/20 4:45-5:15 PM $75/$94 20336 Su 9/12-10/24 9-9:40 AM $87/$102 20464 F 9/10-10/22 4:10-4:40 PM $75/$94 20342 Su 9/12-10/24 11:15-11:55 AM $87/$102 20352 Sa 9/11-10/23 9:45-10:25 AM $75/$94 20343 Su 9/12-10/24 12-12:40 PM $87/$102 20353 Sa 9/11-10/23 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20337 Sa 10/30-12/18 9-9:40 AM $87/$102 20354 Su 9/12-10/24 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20338 Sa 10/30-12/18 9:45-10:25 AM $87/$102 20355 Su 9/12-10/24 12-12:40 PM $75/$94 20339 Sa 10/30-12/18 11:15-11:55 AM $87/$102 20465 Tu 10/26-12/14 5:45-6:15 PM $87/$108 20340 Su 10/31-12/19 9:45-10:25 AM $87/$102 20466 W 10/27-12/15 4:10-4:40 PM $87/$108 20341 Su 10/31-12/19 11:15-11:55 AM $87/$102 20359 F 10/29-12/17 4:10-4:40 PM $75/$94 20356 Sa 10/30-12/18 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 Youth 5 20357 Su 10/31-12/19 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 This class is for children who can swim one length of front crawl 20358 Su 10/31-12/19 12-12:40 PM $75/$94 and back crawl, and swim 15 yards of elementary backstroke in good form, as well as tread water and dive into and swim in Youth 2 deep water. Children learn bilateral breathing for front crawl, A class for children who can submerge for 5-10 seconds, do a breaststroke, sidestroke, butterfly arms and dolphin kick. All other front and back float and swim 7 yards on their front and back. previously learned strokes are refined. Basic swimming skills, such as front and back glides, arm stroking Age:7-15 M/NM on front and back, kicking and rhythmic breathing are taught. 20308 Sa 9/11-10/23 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 Age:7-15 M/NM 20309 Sa 9/11-10/23 11:15-11:55 AM $75/$94 20467 Tu 9/7-10/19 4:35-5:05 PM $75/$94 20311 Su 9/12-10/24 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 20361 Sa 9/11-10/23 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 20310 Su 9/12-10/24 9:45-10:25 AM $75/$94 20362 Sa 9/11-10/23 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20312 Su 9/12-10/24 11:15-11:55 AM $75/$94 20363 Su 9/12-10/24 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 20313 Sa 10/30-12/18 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 20364 Su 9/12-10/24 12-12:40 PM $75/$94 20314 Sa 10/30-12/18 9:45-10:25 AM $75/$94 20360 M 9/13-10/18 4:10-4:40 PM $65/$81 20315 Sa 10/30-12/18 11:15-11:55 AM $75/$94 20468 M 10/25-12/13 4:10-4:40 PM $75/$94 20316 Su 10/31-12/19 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 20469 Tu 10/26-12/14 4:35-5:05 PM $75/$94 20317 Su 10/31-12/19 9:45-10:25 AM $75/$94 20365 Sa 10/30-12/18 9:45-10:25 AM $75/$94 20318 Su 10/31-12/19 12-12:40 PM $75/$94 20366 Su 10/31-12/19 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 20367 Su 10/31-12/19 12-12:40 PM $87/$102 Youth 6 This class requires the ability to swim two lengths (50 yards) Youth 3 of front crawl, and backstroke, and 15 yards of side stroke and Children who can swim a combined stroke for 10 yards on their breaststroke, all in good form. Children work on breaststroke, front and back should take this class. Children learn elementary butterfly and turns, in addition to refining other strokes. backstroke arms and kick, rhythmic breathing, how to tread water Age:7-15 M/NM and improve their stroke. 20350 Sa 9/11-10/23 9:45-10:25 AM $75/$94 Age:7-15 M/NM 20351 Sa 9/11-10/23 11:15-11:55 AM $75/$94 20303 Sa 9/11-10/23 11:15-11:55 AM $75/$94 20344 Su 9/12-10/24 9:45-10:25 AM $75/$94 20300 Su 9/12-10/24 9:45-10:25 AM $75/$94 20345 Su 9/12-10/24 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20302 Su 9/12-10/24 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20346 Sa 10/30-12/18 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 20301 Su 9/12-10/24 12-12:40 PM $75/$94 20347 Sa 10/30-12/18 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20299 Sa 10/30-12/18 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 20348 Su 10/31-12/19 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 20304 Sa 10/30-12/18 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20349 Su 10/31-12/19 11:15-11:55 AM $75/$94 20305 Su 10/31-12/19 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 20306 Su 10/31-12/19 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20307 Su 10/31-12/19 12-12:40 PM $75/$94

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Youth 7 Swim 4 Fitness for Teens Swimmers able to swim four lengths (100 yards) of freestyle and Geared towards teens with prior swimming experience (must backstroke, and one full length (25 yards) of breaststroke, should be at least Youth Level 7) who are looking to build their aerobic take this class. Children work on stroke improvement, endurance, ability. The goal of the class is to swim a mile in 45 minutes with butterfly, turns and racing dives. Prerequisite: Youth 5 and 6. minimal stroke correction. Fins, kickboard and hand paddles are Age: 7-15 M/NM recommended. No report cards are issued for this class. 20319 Sa 9/11-10/23 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 Age: 12-15 M/NM 20320 Su 9/12-10/24 9-9:40 AM $75/$94 20297 Su 9/12-10/24 12-12:45 PM $75/$94 20321 Su 9/12-10/24 11:15-11:55 AM $75/$94 20298 Su 10/31-12/19 12-12:45 PM $75/$94 20322 Su 9/12-10/24 12-12:40 PM $75/$94 20323 Sa 10/30-12/18 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20324 Su 10/31-12/19 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20325 Su 10/31-12/19 12-12:40 PM $75/$94 Swim Team Prep Swimmers must be able to swim four lengths (100 yards) of a coordinated freestyle, backstroke and breaststroke, and one length (25 yards) of butterfly. Speed and endurance are emphasized, as well as turns and racing starts. Prerequisite: Successful completion of Youth 6 and 7. Age: 7-15 M/NM 20327 Sa 9/11-10/23 9:45-10:25 AM $75/$94 20328 Sa 9/11-10/23 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20329 Su 9/12-10/24 9:45-10:25 AM $75/$94 20330 Su 9/12-10/24 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20331 Sa 10/30-12/18 11:15-11:55 AM $75/$94 20332 Su 10/31-12/19 9:45-10:25 AM $75/$94 20333 Su 10/31-12/19 10:30-11:10 AM $75/$94 20326 Su 10/31-12/19 11:15-11:55 AM $75/$94 DOGGY DIP DAY! Your pooch Saturday, can paddle in the pool at the Sept. 11 Rockville Swim and Fitness 12- 2 PM Center!

ALL DOGS MUST PROVIDE WRITTEN PROOF OF A CURRENT RABIES VACCINATION!

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Adult Swim Adult Water Fitness Adult Beginner 1 Aqua Blast This is an aquatic orientation class. Adults are introduced to basic Start your day off right with a fast-paced, early morning exercise swimming skills, such as front and back floats, kicking, arm strokes class at the Swim and Fitness Center. This no-impact, high-energy and rhythmic breathing. workout tones your muscles while improving endurance with an Age:14+ M/NM emphasis on cardiovascular training. Includes abdominal and barbell 20458 Tu 9/7-10/19 8:30-9:15 PM $75/$94 work. No equipment is provided. 20459 W 9/8-10/20 8:35-9:20 PM $75/$94 Age:16+ M/NM 20460 Tu 10/26-12/14 8:30-9:15 PM $87/$108 20246 Tu 9/7-12/14 6:35-7:20 AM $90/$108 20461 W 10/27-12/15 8:35-9:20 PM $87/$108 20231 Th 9/9-12/13 6:35-7:20 AM $84/$101 Adult Beginner 2 Aqua Boot Camp This class is designed for adults who have been introduced to This fast-paced class helps you reach your fitness goals now! The the basics of swimming but need to work on stroke coordination exercises are performed in deep water, and regardless of your age, and rhythmic breathing. Treading water and breaststroke are size, fitness or swim level, you can achieve noticeable results. Great demonstrated. Prerequisite: Adult Beginner 1 for those whose schedules allow just one day a week to attend or Age:14+ M/NM as a challenging addition to some of our other programs. 20455 W 9/8-10/20 8:35-9:20 PM $75/$94 Age:16+ M/NM 20456 Th 9/9-10/21 8:30-9:15 PM $75/$94 20247 W 9/8-12/15 10:15-11 AM $90/$108 20457 W 10/27-12/15 8:35-9:20 PM $87/$108 20233 F 9/10-12/17 10:15-11 AM $84/$101 20295 Th 10/28-12/16 8:30-9:15 PM $75/$94 20232 M 9/13-12/13 10:15-11 AM $84/$101 Adult Beginner 3 Aqua Fitness Swimmers registering for this class should be comfortable in deep This low-impact, high-intensity swim program is designed to water, able to tread water and swim 20 yards of front and back improve flexibility, range of motion, strength, muscle tone, posture crawl. Refine your front and back crawl and learn the elementary and cardiovascular endurance, all while burning calories. Exercises backstroke and breaststroke. Successful completion of Adult are performed in chest-deep water to music. Styrofoam barbells Beginner 2 preferred. and/or pool noodles may be used and are not provided. Age:14+ M/NM Age:16+ M/NM 20450 Tu 9/7-10/19 8:30-9:15 PM $75/$94 20243 Tu 9/7-12/14 8:30-9:15 AM $90/$108 20451 Tu 10/26-12/14 8:30-9:15 PM $87/$108 20244 Tu 9/7-12/14 9:20-10:05 AM $90/$108 20242 W 9/8-12/15 8:30-9:15 AM $90/$108 Adult Beginner 4 20245 W 9/8-12/15 9:20-10:05 AM $90/$108 Developed for participants who can swim one length of the 20227 Th 9/9-12/13 8:30-9:15 AM $84/$101 pool but still need work on endurance and technique. Rhythmic 20228 Th 9/9-12/13 9:20-10:05 AM $84/$101 breathing and treading water are skills required prior to taking this 20240 F 9/10-12/17 9:20-10:05 AM $84/$101 class. Front and backstroke, breaststroke, elementary backstroke 20225 F 9/10-12/17 8:30-9:15 AM $84/$101 and sidestroke techniques are stressed. Skills are taught to prepare 20229 M 9/13-12/13 8:30-9:15 AM $84/$101 students for Adult Stroke Correction. Prerequisite: Adult Beginner 3. 20230 M 9/13-12/13 9:20-10:05 AM $84/$101 Age:14+ M/NM 20462 Th 9/9-10/21 8:30-9:15 PM $75/$94 Deep Water Running and Conditioning 20296 Th 10/28-12/16 8:30-9:15 PM $75/$94 This program emphasizes cardiovascular strength and endurance, Adult Stroke Correction as well as flexibility, range of motion and core strength. Classes are held in the deep water and participants use flotation belts. No Swimmers who have perfected the basics but need to refine their swimming skills are necessary. Program benefits runners and other strokes should take this class. Backstroke, free style, breaststroke, active exercisers who are looking for a challenging workout. elementary backstroke and sidestroke are further developed. Age:16+ M/NM Endurance and breathing are stressed. These sessions are not for 20241 Tu 9/7-12/14 10:10-10:55 AM $90/$108 beginners. Prerequisite: Adult Beginner 4 20226 Th 9/9-12/13 10:10-10:55 AM $84/$101 Age:14+ M/NM 20452 Tu 9/7-10/19 11:10-11:55 AM $100/$117 20453 Th 9/9-10/21 11:10-11:55 AM $100/$117 20454 Tu 10/26-12/14 11:10-11:55 AM $100/$117 20294 Th 10/28-12/16 11:10-11:55 AM $87/$102

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Deep Water Workout Triathlete Swim Endurance Enjoy this swim class taught in the deep end of the pool. Ideal for This class is designed for athletes preparing for Olympic to participants who need a no-impact workout. Strengthen your core Ironman distance races or open-water swims. These are coached, muscles and get an excellent workout without adding any stress to structured workouts, where swim-specific fitness, effective knee or hip joints. Floatation belts are used. technique and proper pacing are emphasized. Race management Age:16+ M/NM and open-water swim skills (drafting/close-contact, pack 20250 Tu 9/7-12/14 7:40-8:25 PM $90/$108 swimming) are discussed and practiced. Participants should be 20251 W 9/8-12/15 9:15-10 AM $90/$108 capable of swimming 200 yards of continuous freestyle. 20238 Th 9/9-12/13 7:40-8:25 PM $84/$101 Age:14+ M/NM 20239 F 9/10-12/17 9:15-10 AM $84/$101 20267 Su 9/12-10/24 7-8:30 PM $102/$123 20237 M 9/13-12/13 9:15-10 AM $84/$101 20268 Su 10/31-12/19 7-8:30 PM $102/$123 H2O Walking Triathlon Swim Skills Did you know 30 minutes of water walking equals two hours This class is designed to help develop a more effective and efficient of walking on land? This swim class is perfect for weight loss freestyle stroke and to prepare the athlete for open water/ or general fitness and is more challenging than you think. Non- triathlon swimming. Drills and workouts focus on stroke technique, swimmers and beginners welcome. Taught in shallow- to chest- stroke awareness, effective pacing, speed and endurance, as well deep water. Music is used. as open water/triathlon-specific skills, including sighting, drafting, Age:16+ M/NM passing and managing turns at buoys, and strategies for race starts, 20249 Tu 9/7-12/14 7:40-8:25 PM $90/$108 open water conditions and close-contact swimming. Participants 20248 W 9/8-12/15 9:20-10:05 AM $90/$108 should be capable of swimming 100 meters of continuous freestyle. 20235 Th 9/9-12/13 7:40-8:25 PM $84/$101 Age:14+ M/NM 20236 F 9/10-12/17 9:20-10:05 AM $84/$101 20195 Su 9/12-10/24 8:05-8:55 AM $68/$82 20234 M 9/13-12/13 9:20-10:05 AM $84/$101 20196 Su 10/31-12/19 8:05-8:55 AM $68/$82 Rockville Master’s Swimming This program is designed for swimmers who are competing in the Master’s Program of U.S. Swimming, Inc. Those participating in the RMSC group are not required to attach to RMSC for team purposes. Enjoy a structured workout with a professional coach. Participants are expected to have attained a reasonable level of proficiency in at least two of four competitive strokes. Age:16+ M/NM 20282 W 9/8-12/15 6:30-7:30 AM $140/$165 20283 F 9/10-12/17 6:30-7:30 AM $131/$154 20273 M 9/13-12/13 6:30-7:30 AM $131/$154 Swim 4 Fitness Learn to swim farther without getting tired. The goal is to swim 1 mile in 45 minutes without fatigue, using different strokes. Freestyle, backstroke and breaststroke are emphasized. Students must be able to swim 100 yards without stopping. Equipment needed: fins, hand paddles and pull buoys. Age:14+ M/NM 20259 Tu 9/7-12/14 11:05-11:50 AM $103/$126 20258 Tu 9/7-12/14 9:15-10 PM $103/$126 20256 Th 9/9-12/13 11:05-11:50 AM $96/$117 20255 Th 9/9-12/13 9:15-10 PM $96/$117 RSFC IS NOW HIRING! Lifeguards • Swim Instructors Front Desk Attendants Water and Land Fitness Instructors

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Aquacize - Advanced Certification and Training This swim course is similar to Beginner Aquacize, only faster paced. (Meets outside during the summer session.) Lifeguard Training Age:16+ M/NM The American Red Cross Lifeguard Training course will prepare 20291 W 9/8-12/15 11:05-11:50 AM $90/$108 students for certification in Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED for the 20286 F 9/10-12/17 11:05-11:50 AM $84/$101 Professional Rescuer, and First Aid. Students must be 15 years old 20287 M 9/13-12/13 11:05-11:50 AM $84/$101 by the last day of the course and pass a pre-screen test (300- yard continuous swim with rhythmic breathing using front crawl Aquacize - Beginner or breast stroke, 10 pound brick retrieval within one minute, 40 Everyone benefits from exercising in the water! Ease yourself into seconds and tread water using legs only for two minutes) on the the water and get a gentle workout. Join others in this low-impact first day of the session in order to continue participation in class. If environment where the water provides gentle resistance to joints a student does not pass the pre-screen, a course fee refund, minus and muscles. For those with pain and stiffness of arthritis, or $15 administrative fee, will be issued. Class sessions will be held at recovering from injury or surgery, this gentle but active class helps the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center. A detailed course schedule reduce muscle weakness, pain and stiffness in the upper and lower and syllabus will be provided via email before the first day of class. body. Great for first time exercisers and anyone wanting a gentle Students MUST attend all class sessions as scheduled. workout. Swimming skills not required. Age:15+ Age:16+ M/NM 20520 M-Su 12/26-12/30 times vary $195 20290 W 9/8-12/15 10:10-10:55 AM $90/$108 20285 F 9/10-12/17 10:10-10:55 AM $84/$101 Lifeguard Training Review 20284 M 9/13-12/13 10:10-10:55 AM $84/$101 The American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Review Course is for currently certified American Red Cross Lifeguards in looking to renew their certification. Upon successful completion of the course, certification in Lifeguard Training, CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid will be issued for a two-year period. Students should bring documentation of their current American Red Cross Lifeguard Training certification, and CPR mask to the first class meeting. Students must be 15 years old by the last day of the course and pass a pre-screen test (300-yard continuous swim with rhythmic breathing, using front crawl or breast stroke, 10 pound brick retrieval within one minute, 40 seconds and tread water using legs only for two minutes) on the first day of the session in order to continue participation in class. If a student does not pass the pre-screen, a course fee refund, minus $15 administrative fee, will be issued. Class sessions will be held at the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center (355 Martins Lane Rockville MD 20850). Students MUST attend all class sessions as scheduled. Age:15+ 20518 Sat-Su 12/18-12/19 3-10:30 PM $125 20519 Sat-Su 1/8-1/9 3-10:30 PM $125

Page 12 | Main Rec. Line: 240-314-8620 It’s Party Time! Theme Parties Multi-Purpose Rooms Croydon Creek Nature Center Croydon Creek Nature Center www.rockvillemd.gov/croydoncreek • 240-314-8770 www.rockvillemd.gov/croydoncreek 240-314-8770 Gymnasiums Elwood Smith Community Center www.rockvillemd.gov/parksandfacilities Lincoln Park Community Center www.rockvillemd.gov/lpcc • 240-314-8780 240-314-8660 Thomas Farm Community Center Lincoln Park Community Center www.rockvillemd.gov/thomasfarm • 240-314-8840 www.rockvillemd.gov/lincolnpark 240-314-8780 Twinbrook Community Recreation Center Pump House Community Center www.rockvillemd.gov/twinbrook • 240-314-8830 www.rockvillemd.gov/parksandfacilities 240-314-8660 Outdoor Rentals Rockville Senior Center www.rockvillemd.gov/seniorcenter Lincoln Park Community Center 240-314-8800 (Isreal Park) April 15-Aug. 31 Rockville Swim and Fitness Center www.rockvillemd.gov/swimcenter www.rockvillemd.gov/lincolnpark • 240-314-8780 240-314-8750 Thomas Farm Community Center Thomas Farm Community Center (Fallsgrove Park) www.rockvillemd.gov/thomasfarm April 15-Sept. 30 240-314-8840 www.rockvillemd.gov/thomasfarm • 240-314-8840 Twinbrook Community Rockville Park Picnic Areas www.rockvillemd.gov/parksandfacilities Recreation Center www.rockvillemd.gov/twinbrook 240-314-8660 240-314-8830 Rockville Swim and Fitness Center June 1-Aug. 30 www.rockvillemd.gov/swimcenter 240-314-8750

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TOTS AND PRESCHOOLERS

Virtual Storytime! Arts, Dance and Enrichment AWAKEN CREATIVITY with CARE ACTOR! Let your child Little Fingers Music (Adult/Child) shine in this interactive acting camp where we play theater games Instill a love of music in a fun and relaxing environment. Students (improv) and read storybooks that have positive values. are introduced to the guitar or piano, musical symbols and play Age: 4-6 songs through group learning experiences. Program includes free 21001 W 9/15-10/20 4:00-4:45 PM $99/$109 instrument rental and materials intended for at-home practice. Virtual/Care Actor Staff Instruments must be returned at the last scheduled class of the session. Music Together (Adult/Child) Nurture your child’s natural enthusiasm for music and movement Guitar through singing, dancing, chanting and instrument play. Fee includes Age: 3-5 two “Music Together” CDs, an illustrated songbook and parent- 20543 Sa 9/18-10/23 9:15-9:45 AM $120/$130 education materials. Cost of materials is non-refundable. Siblings 20545 Sa 11/6-12/18 9:15-9:45 AM $120/$130 under 10 months may attend for free (no registration necessary). Twinbrook CRC Annex/Learn Now Music Staff Adult participation required. The fee for siblings 10 months and Piano older is $120. Age: 2-5 Age: 1m-5yr 20542 Sa 9/18-10/23 10:15-10:45 AM $120/$130 20548 W 9/15-11/17 10:45-11:30 AM $198/$220 20544 Sa 11/6-12/18 10:15-10:45 AM $120/$130 Age: 1m-5 Twinbrook CRC Annex/Learn Now Music Staff 20549 W 9/15-11/17 9:30-10:15 AM $198/$220 Thomas Farm CC/ Liddle

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Pre-Ballet Introduce your child to dance, movement and basic ballet TIME FOR techniques. Rhythm, coordination and fun are emphasized. Ballet shoes, loose-fitting clothing or leotards and tights are recommended but not required. TODDLERS Age: 3-4 20539 Th 9/16-11/18 10-10:45 AM $120/$130 Thomas Farm CC 20537 Sa 9/18-11/20 10-10:45 AM $120/$130 Thomas Farm CC/Chapman Tiny Tots Drop-In Age: 4-6 20538 Sa 9/18-11/20 11-11:45 AM $120/$130 Tuesdays, 10 a.m.-noon Thomas Farm CC Postponed 20541 Th 9/6-11/18 11-11:45 AM $120/$130 Thomas Farm Community Center Thomas Farm CC/Chapman Parents and preschoolers enjoy play Martial Arts equipment in the gym. 240-314-8840 Kicks Karate - Little Ninjas A fun class designed for children to learn the basic skills of karate. Teachers focus on developing concentration, self-control Toddler Time and confidence. Small class sizes and a professional environment ensures a positive experience. Fee includes belt and an official Wednesdays, 10 a.m.-noon Kicks Karate uniform for first-time students. Sign up for two Resumes September 8. classes and save $29. Lincoln Park Community Center Age: 3yr 6m-6yr Parents and preschoolers enjoy 20526 M 9/20-10/18 4-4:35 PM $85/$95 20527 Tu 9/21-10/19 5:30-6:05 PM $85/$95 play equipment in the gym. 20528 W 9/22-10/20 4-4:35 PM $85/$95 240-314-8780 20529 Th 9/23-10/21 5:30-6:05 PM $85/$95 20530 F 9/24-10/22 4-4:35 PM $85/$95 20525 Sa 9/25-10/23 9:00-9:35 AM $85/$95 Mondays, 10 a.m.-noon Kicks Karate/Staff Postponed Twinbrook Community Recreation Centerr Special Events Parents and preschoolers enjoy play Peek a Boo Halloween equipment in the gym. Calling all little pumpkins! It’s that time of year where we celebrate Halloween little human style. Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, mini Community center tot programs require “Peek a Boo” scavenger hunt and more. Wear your costumes, small snack will be provided. Please limit: one guardian per child. either a membership or day pass for the Preregistration only. accompanying adult. Age: 2-5 20140 10/30 10 AM-12 PM $20/$30 Lincoln Park CC Little Explorers Select Saturdays 10-11 a.m. Croydon Creek Nature Center Nature-based activities. (Preregistration required.) 240-314-8770

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Sports - Instructional Tiny Hoopers Help Rockville Youth Time to get those tiny feet moving on the basketball court. Learn the basics of basketball, like dribbling, catching and passing. Toddler- Become a Mentor sized basketballs are are provided to each participant. Bring water and wear tennis shoes. Age: 4-6 19980 Th 9/9-10/14 5:30-6:15 PM $70/$80 • Work with elementary school students. Lincoln Park CC/Dawkins • One-on-one mentoring, one hour before or after school once a week, October-May. Batter Up T-Ball Skills - Beginner • Training and support provided. Experience what it’s like to be on a team through game-like play! • Meet in a supervised group setting. Coaches teach the fundamentals of baseball through fun skill- building activities and give one-on-one attention to help kids learn the game. Throwing, catching and batting are introduced. Bring a No special skills needed, mitt to class. just a willingness to listen, Age: 4-6 offer guidance, friendship 19970 Tu 9/7-10/12 5-5:50 PM $65/$75 and encouragement. King Farm Park Service learning credits available for high school Age: 6-8 students over age 16. 19971 Tu 9/7-10/12 6-6:50 PM $65/$75 King Farm Park Learn more about the Rockville Mentoring Program by calling Cecil Rucker at 240-314-8317 or email [email protected].

Discovery451 Congressional Preschool Lane, Rockville

Small class sizes. Experienced, loving teachers. All Covid-19 safety measures followed.

Children must be 3-5 years old and potty trained. Contact [email protected] to schedule a virtual tour.

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Ballet for Children Learn the art of ballet through an elementary but professional approach. Register for your current level. Students will advance by CHILDREN instructor recommendation. Solid color leotard and ballet shoes recommended. Young Beginner Age: 5-7 Arts, Dance and Enrichment 20142 F 9/10-11/19 5-5:55 PM $125/$135 Rockcrest Ballet Center/Simpson Guitar for Kids Beginner Learn a new skill or refresh one long forgotten with this acoustic Age: 6-13 guitar course taught by Kevin Mittleman from the School of Music. 20143 Sa 9/11-11/20 11-11:55 PM $125/$135 Class covers basic strumming techniques, scales, melodies, basic Rockcrest Ballet Center/Simpson theory and tips to get you playing. Students need a guitar, tuner, Advanced Beginner and a device capable of using Zoom. All class worksheets and Age: 7-13 materials will be shared electronically. Acoustic guitars can be 20144 F 9/10-11/19 6:05-7 PM $125/$135 rented for $40 a semester by calling 301-340-1150. Rockcrest Ballet Center/Simpson Age: 8-12 Intermediate I 19617 M 9/13-10/4 5-6 PM $94/$104 Age: 8+ Online/The School of Music Staff 20145 M 9/13-11/22 5-5:50 PM $125/$135 Rockcrest Ballet Center/Chongpinitchai Virtual Improv! Intermediate II AWAKEN CREATIVITY with CARE ACTOR! Let your child Age: 9+ channel their creativity & explore their imaginations and artistic 20146 W 9/15-11/24 5-5:50 PM $125/$135 talents by participating in fun, improvisational acting games. Rockcrest Ballet Center/Adhikari Age: 7-11 21000 W 9/15-10/20 5:00-6:00 PM $109/$119 Ballet- All Ages/Levels- ONLINE Online/Care Actor Staff Learn the art of ballet through an elementary but professional approach. Teachers will instruct online students live through the Webex platform along side of in-person students at the dance studio. Class levels and time run concurrently with in-person classes and will be chosen at check-out. Register for your current level. Students will advance by instructor recommendation. First Class 20691 Same dates and times as in-person. $95/$105 Second Class 20692 Same dates and times as in-person. $35 www.rockvillemd.gov/registration | Page 17 Children

Before and After School Beyond the Bell Afterschool Club Enjoy time beyond the bell at Thomas Farm’s afterschool club! Enrichment Engage in enrichment activities, organized games and crafts. Homework help and a healthy snack are provided daily. The Early Birds program operates when school is in session and on early release This morning program offers children a safe, fun environment days. The program does not operate on no-school days. with computer lab, crafts, organized games and other enrichment Grade: K-5 activities. Transportation is provided to Meadow Hall and 19562 M-F 8/30-10/8 3:30-6:30 PM $180/$200 Twinbrook elementaries. Program does not meet on MCPS non- 19566 M-F 10/11-11/19 3:30-6:30 PM $180/$200 school days. Optional daily drop-in is available for a $10 daily fee. 19569 M-F 11/22-12/22 3:30-6:30 PM $180/$200 Grade: K-5 Thomas Farm CC 19588 M-F 8/30-10/8 7-9:30 AM $140/$160 19589 M-F 10/11-11/19 7-9:30 AM $140/$160 19590 M-F 11/22-12/23 7-9:30 AM $140/$160 School Break Programs Twinbrook CRC Annex Adventure Day Afterschool Adventure Join Thomas Farm Community Center for an adventure on your This program provides children with a safe and fun environment. day off school! Each program will consist of an offsite field trip and Computer lab, crafts, organized games and other enrichment time spent enjoying games and activities at the community center. activities are offered. Transportation is provided from Meadow An email with additional information regarding the trip will be sent Hall and Twinbrook elementary schools. Program operates when to participants prior to the program. school is in session and does meet on early release days. Age: 8+ Grade: K-5 19901 Th 9/16 9 AM-4 PM $35/$40 19446 M-F 8/30-10/8 3-6:30 PM $180/$200 19902 Th 11/4 9 AM-4 PM $35/$40 19447 M-F 10/11-11/19 3-6:30 PM $180/$200 Thomas Farm CC 19542 M-F 11/22-12/23 3-6:30 PM $180/$200 Twinbrook CRC Annex Fitness Clubhouse Children spend time learning, creating and exploring during this Kids Fit Yoga drop-in, after school program. Homework time, snacks, crafts and Did you know that in addition to improving strength, flexibility and games are scheduled daily. Clubhouse is not held on MCPS non- body awareness, yoga can help increase focus and concentration? school days but is open on half days. All children must be picked up This class introduces a combination of partner and group games, by 6:30 p.m. Extra charges apply for late pick-ups. MCPS Bus trans- fitness challenges and yoga. portation is provided from Maryvale, College Gardens, and Beall Age: 8-12 elementary schools to Lincoln Park Community Center (afternoon 20260 Sa 9/11-10/23 10:15-11 AM $93/$110 drop-off only). All other local schools students are transported by 20261 Sa 10/30-12/18 10:15-11 AM $86/$104 MCPS request. Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr 19559 M-F 8/30-10/8 3:30-6:30 PM $145/$165 Zumba Fit - Kids 19560 M-F 10/11-11/19 3:30-6:30 PM $145/$165 In this fun, educational class, participants do a 15-20-minute kid- 19561 M-F 11/22-12/23 3:30-6:30 PM $145/$165 friendly warm up, then learn about the countries and cultures that Lincoln Park Community Center inspired the dances presented. Each week, we’ll visit a different country on the map to learn fun facts and each county’s native Twinbrook Afterschool Club dance. Participants will also play a game that combines what they Join us for after school activities that focus on recreation, learned with a fun activity. Class concludes with a cool down and fitness and fun. Homework help is included and a healthy snack the kids decorate their passports to record their journey. is provided daily. The Club will meet on scheduled MCPS early Age: 7-12 release days but will not be held on non-school days and weather 20176 Sa 9/11-10/23 12-12:50 PM $60/$71 related early release days. 20177 Sa 10/30-12/18 12-12:50 PM $60/$71 Age: 5-12 Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/Poole 19474 M-F 8/30-10/8 3:40-6:30 PM $180/$200 19475 M-F 10/11-11/19 3:40-6:30 PM $180/$200 19476 M-F 11/22-12/23 3:40-6:30 PM $180/$200 Twinbrook Elementary School

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Martial Arts Tennis - Net Generation II Learn and improve ground strokes and techniques as you meet Fencing - Youth Beginner other players in a fun setting. Rally skills and court coverage Designed to expose children to the Olympic sport of fencing, will be included and learning how to play games, based on skill this class emphasizes safety and proper technique. Equipment is development. Bring a water bottle and a racket if you own one, provided. Participants need to wear comfortable clothes and a otherwise a junior racket will be provided. fencing glove (or garden/golf glove). Flexible swords are used. Age: 8-10 Age: 7-9 19629 M 9/13-10/18 5:30-6:20 PM $75/$85 19653 Sa 9/18-11/6 11 AM-12 PM $128/$140 Potomac Woods Park/Palmer 19656 Th 9/23-11/18 6-7 PM $128/$140 Age: 8-10 Rockville Fencing Academy/Staff 19634 Tu 9/14-10/19 6-6:50 PM $75/$85 Age: 10-13 19635 Th 9/16-10/21 6-6:50 PM $75/$85 19655 Sa 9/18-11/6 12:20-1:40 PM $128/$140 Montrose CC and Park/Z. Yargici 19654 Th 9/23-11/18 7:20-8:40 PM $128/$140 Age: 8-10 Rockville Fencing Academy/Staff 19628 Sa 9/18-10/23 10-10:50 AM $75/$85 King Farm Park/M. Yargici Kicks Karate - Children Age: 8-10 A fun class designed for children to learn the basic skills of 19871 Sa 9/18-10/23 4-4:50 PM $75/$85 karate. Teachers focus on developing concentration, self-control Fallsgrove Park/Z. Yargici and confidence. Small class sizes and a professional environment Age: 8-10 ensures a positive experience. Fee includes belt and an official 19636 Su 9/19-10/24 10-10:50 AM $75/$85 Kicks Karate uniform for first-time students. Fee includes two Woodley Gardens Park/Palmer classes per week. Choose two classes, the second class will be discounted as free during check out. Tennis Skills and Drills II Focus on practicing and improving strokes, and rally skills. Learn Age: 7-12 scoring for singles and doubles, based on skill development. Bring a 20536 M 9/20-10/18 4:30-5:15 PM $129/$139 racket and water bottle. 20532 Tu 9/21-10/19 6-6:45 PM $129/$139 Age: 12-15 20533 W 9/22-10/20 4:30-5:15 PM $129/$139 19637 Sa 9/18-10/23 12-1:10 PM $85/$95 20534 Th 9/23-10/21 6-6:45 PM $129/$139 King Farm Park/M. Yargici 20535 F 9/24-10/22 4:30-5:15 PM $129/$139 20531 Sa 9/25-10/23 9:35-10:20 PM $129/$139 Make It Happen Basketball Kicks Karate/Staff This basketball program features techniques and drills that will turn you into a complete player. Learn the fundamentals and increase your speed and footwork with special speed and agility Sports - Instructional training. Program is taught by an instructor who played Overseas Tennis - Net Generation I with and against some of the NBA’s finest players. Bring a water Enjoy tennis in a fun environment using smaller-sized rackets and bottle and wear comfortable shoes. Basketballs are provided to softer balls on a smaller court. Learn grip, basic strokes and a each participant. variety of tennis-related games. Bring a water bottle and a racket, if Age: 8-11 you own one, otherwise a junior racket will be provided. 19979 Tu 9/7-10/5 6-7 PM $70/$80 Age: 5-7 Lincoln Park CC/Williams 19627 M 9/13-10/18 4:30-5:20 PM $75/$85 Potomac Woods Park/Palmer Age: 5-7 19631 Tu 9/14-10/19 5-5:50 PM $75/$85 19632 Th 9/16-10/21 5-5:50 PM $75/$85 Montrose CC and Park/Z. Yargici Age: 5-7 19630 Sa 9/18-10/23 9-9:50 AM $75/$85 King Farm Park/M. Yargici Age: 5-7 19872 Sa 9/18-10/23 3-3:50 PM $75/$85 Fallsgrove Park/Z. Yargici Age: 5-7 19626 Su 9/19-10/24 9-9:50 AM $75/$85 Woodley Gardens Park/Palmer

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Kick Start Soccer Skills Tennis Skills and Drills I Practice soccer fundamentals and develop better skills. Dribbling, Develop and improve fundamental skills, including use of proper passing, trapping and shooting are covered, as well as basic grip, racket preparation and swing path. Participate in a variety concepts for strategy and teamwork. Scrimmages will be of fun tennis drills and games that will keep you moving. Bring a introduced based on skill level of participants. racket and water bottle. Age: 4-6 Age: 9-12 19974 Th 9/9-10/14 5-5:50 PM $65/$75 19625 Sa 9/18-10/23 11-11:50 AM $75/$85 Fallsgrove Park King Farm Park/M. Yargici Age: 7-9 19975 Th 9/9-10/14 6-6:50 PM $65/$75 Fallsgrove Park Age: 3-5 19976 Sa 9/11-10/16 9-9:50 AM $65/$75 King Farm Park/Hawkins Age: 5-7 19977 Sa 9/11-10/16 10-10:50 AM $65/$75 King Farm Park/Hawkins Age: 8-10 19978 Sa 9/11-10/16 11-11:50 AM $65/$75 King Farm Park/Hawkins Batter Up T-Ball Skills - Beginner Experience what it’s like to be on a team through game-like play! Coaches teach the fundamentals of baseball through fun skill- building activities and give one-on-one attention to help kids learn the game. Throwing, catching and batting are introduced. Bring a mitt to class. Age: 4-6 19970 Tu 9/7-10/12 5-5:50 PM $65/$75 King Farm Park Age: 6-8 19971 Tu 9/7-10/12 6-6:50 PM $65/$75 King Farm Park Age: 4-6 19973 F 9/10-10/15 5-5:50 PM $65/$75 Woodley Gardens Park Tennis (Adult/Child) Want to learn tennis with your child? This class teaches tennis fundamentals to both adult and child at the same time. Great family activity. Price includes parent and one child; register child only. Adults should bring a racket. All other equipment is provided. Age: 6-10 19869 W 9/15-10/20 5-5:50 PM $110/$120 19870 W 9/15-10/20 6-6:50 PM $110/$120 19643 Sa 9/18-10/23 5-5:50 PM $110/$120 Fallsgrove Park/Z. Yargici Age: 6-10 19644 F 9/17-10/22 4-4:50 PM $110/$120 19645 F 9/17-10/22 5-5:50 PM $110/$120 19646 F 9/17-10/22 6-6:50 PM $110/$120 King Farm Park/Z. Yargici

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Halloween Carnival at Monster Mash Family Dance Come out for a Spooktacular time at our family Thomas Farm Community halloween dance. We’ll have music, and games for Center everyone to participate in all the fun! Drop-in’s are Show off your costumes while enjoying your day welcome. at Thomas Farm’s Halloween Carnival! Play games Age: 2-5 for prizes, get your portrait drawn by a caricature 20701 10/29 7-9 PM $10/$10 artist, make crafts, enjoy carnival treats and more Twinbrook CRC as we celebrate Halloween. Weather permitting, our carnival will take place outdoors. Fee is for Mini-Creep children ages 3-16. Adults are free. All children Join us for a scaled back version of our annual must be accompanied by an adult. Spaces are Croydon Creep event. Designed for ages 2-5yrs limited, so preregistration is strongly suggested. this low-key Halloween event will include a puppet $10 per person at the door. show, snacks, a craft and fun activities. Come in Age: 3-6 costume! Please limit 1 adult per child. 20589 10/23 2PM-4PM $8/$10 Age: 2-6 Thomas Farm CC 20121 F 10/15 10-11 AM $12/$14 20122 F 10/15 11 AM-12 PM $12/$14 Peek a Boo Halloween Calling all little pumpkins! It’s that time of year where we celebrate Halloween little human style. Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, mini “Peek a Boo” scavenger hunt and more. Wear your costumes, small snack will be provided. Please limit: one guardian per child. Preregistration only. Age: 2-5 20140 10/30 10 AM-12 PM $20/$30 Lincoln Park CC www.rockvillemd.gov/registration | Page 21 Children

Sports Leagues Basketball - Girls Dribble your way into our exciting winter basketball program Basketball - Boys which provides opportunities for girls and boys to compete Dribble your way into our exciting winter basketball program in organized basketball leagues. Modified playing rules will be which provides opportunities for girls and boys to compete in effect. Coaches will inform participants regarding practice in organized basketball leagues. Modified playing rules will be and game times and locations. There is one practice during in effect. Coaches will inform participants regarding practice the week, commencing the week of 12/8. Games begins 1/8. and game times and locations. There is one practice during the Times and locations are tentative and subject to change. Early week, commencing the week of 12/8. Games begins 1/8 or 1/9 Bird registration: Register by 10/29 and save $5.00. Registration Times and locations are tentative and subject to change. Early deadline is 11/1. Note: Returning players have priority to register Bird registration: Register by 10/29 and save $5.00. Registration for team they played on last year through deadline. New players deadline is 11/1. Note: Returning players have priority to register will be placed after deadline if spaces are available. for team they played on last year through deadline. New players will be placed after deadline if spaces are available. Pee Wee Grade 4 Age: 9-10 Pee Wee Grade 4 19928 Sa 1/8-3/12 9 AM-5 PM $89/$99 Age: 9-10 Twinbrook CRC 19912 Sa 1/8-3/12 9 AM-12 PM $89/$99 Bantam Grade 5 Robert Frost Middle School Age: 10-11 19929 Sa 1/8-3/12 9AM-5PM $89/$99 Bantam Grade 5 Twinbrook Community Recreation Center Age: 10-11 19915 Sa 1/8-3/12 12-7 PM $89/$99 Midget Grade 6 Robert Frost Middle School Age: 11-12 19930 Sa 1/8-3/12 9 AM-5 PM $89/$99 Midget Grade 6 Julius West Middle School Age: 11-12 19917 Sa 1/8-3/12 11:45 AM-2:30 PM $89/$99 Junior Grade 7 Age: 12-13 Thomas Farm CC 19931 Sa 1/8-3/12 9 AM-5 PM $89/$99 Juniors Grade 7 TBA Age: 12-13 Intermediate Grade 8 19918 Sa 1/8-3/12 11:45 AM-2:30 PM $89/$99 Age: 13-14 Thomas Farm CC 19932 Sa 1/8-3/12 9 AM-5 PM $89/$99 Intermediate Grade 8 TBA Age: 13-14 Associate Grade 9 19919 Su 1/9-3/13 12-6 PM $89/$99 Age: 14-15 Twinbrook CRC 19933 Sa 1/8-3/12 9 AM-5 PM $89/$99 Associate Grade 9 TBA Age: 14-15 Senior Grade 10 -12 19920 Su 1/9-3/13 3-7 PM $89/$99 Age: 16-18 Twinbrook CRC 19934 Sa 1/8-3/12 9 AM-5 PM $89/$99 Senior Grade 10 TBA Age: 15-16 19925 Su 1/9-3/13 11 AM-3 PM $89/$99 TBA Varsity Grades 11-12 Call for Volunteer Youth Age: 16-17 19926 Su 1/9-3/13 11 AM-3 PM $89/$99 Sports Coaches! Interested in giving back to your community? We have the Rockville High School perfect opportunity for you. Volunteer to coach one of our youth sports leagues this spring:

Youth Soccer • T-ball • Coach Pitch • Track and Field

For more information call 240-314-8620 or email [email protected]

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Basketball - Mighty Mites Dribble your way into our exciting winter basketball program which provides opportunities for girls and boys to compete in organized basketball leagues. Modified playing rules will be It’s Not Too Late in effect. Coaches will inform participants regarding practice Limited Spots May Be Available and game times and locations. There is one practice during the week, commencing the week of 12/8. Games begins 1/8. Times and locations are tentative and subject to change. Early Bird registration: Register by 10/29 and save $5.00. Registration Register for a Fall Youth Sports League deadline is 11/1. Note: Returning players have priority to register Practices begin the week of Sept. 9 for team they played on last year through deadline. New players will be placed after deadline if spaces are available. League play begins on Play 4 v 4 Sept. 18 - Soccer Boys Kindergarten Sept. 23 - Cross Country Age: All Ages 19944 Sa 1/8-2/19 9 AM-5 PM $79/$89 College Gardens Elementary School Early Bird Registration: Girls Kindergarten Age: All Ages Register by Aug. 8 and save $10 19943 Sa 1/8-2/19 9 AM-5 PM $79/$89 Registration Deadline: Aug. 20 College Gardens Elementary School Boys Grade 1 Age: All Ages Co-Rec Soccer & Fall Cross Country 19945 Sa 1/8-2/19 9 AM-5 PM $79/$89 College Gardens Elementary School Girls Grade 1 Age: All Ages 19946 Sa 1/8-2/12 9 AM-5 PM $79/$89 In Partnership with the College Gardens Elementary School City of Rockville Play 5 v 5 Rockville Football Boys Grade 2 Age: All Ages League 19947 Sa 1/8-2/12 9 AM-5:30 PM $79/$89 Tackle: ages 6-14 Lincoln Park CC Girls Grade 2 Practices begin Aug. 2 Age: All Ages League play begins Sept.11 19948 Sa 1/8-2/19 9 AM-5:30 PM $79/$89 Lincoln Park CC For league details and to Boys Grade 3 Age: All Ages register, visit rfl.cc.leag1.com 19949 Sa 1/8-2/19 9 AM-5 PM $79/$89 Meadow Hall Elementary School Girls Grade 3 Age: All Ages 19950 Sa 1/8-2/19 9 AM-7 PM $79/$89 Officials Needed! Meadow Hall Elementary School Youth and Adult Leagues Weekday Evenings and Weekends

Youth Soccer • Youth Basketball • Adult Softball Adult Basketball • Adult Soccer

For more information call 240-314-8620 or email [email protected]

www.rockvillemd.gov/registration | Page 23 CROYDON CREEK NATURE CENTER www.rockvillemd.gov/croydoncreek 240-314-8770 • [email protected] • 852 Avery Road, Rockville, MD 20851

Activities are held at Croydon Creek Nature Center. Registration is required and is available for programs up until the day of the event as space allows. Some programs fill quickly. There are no registration deadlines, unless otherwise stated.

Fall Bird Walk Families Outside Discover the joy of watching birds! Join us on a socially distant Explore the habitats of the John Hayes Forest Preserve with morning walk for beginning birders. Learn how to use binoculars naturalist led nature outings that will help you and your family for birding, how to identify common local species, how to use bird enjoy the wonders surrounding the center. Adults and children guides and apps, and much more. Binoculars provided or bring must register and all children must be accompanied by an adult. your own. Paths are paved at Croydon Creek Nature Center. Creek Investigations Croydon Creek Nature Center Wear closed toe shoes and bring a towel while we provide the Age: 18+ nets to seek out macroinvertebrates and other creatures in our 20113 Sa 9/18 8-9:30 AM $5/$7 creek. Age: 3+ Fungi Foray 20117 Su 9/12 2-3 PM $5/$6 Fungi are among the largest and most important living organisms Bird Walk in the world. They recycle nutrients, provide food for wildlife, Dress for the weather and learn how to use binoculars to spy on and aid in tree growth. Foray into our forest with one of our our feathered forest inhabitants. Naturalists to search and identify different types of “mushrooms.” Age: 5+ Discover resources to encourage your mycological interests. 20118 Sa 10/2 9-10 AM $5/$6 Age: 18+ 20114 Su 10/17 2-3 PM Forest Hike In fall, there are many things to find in our forest. Wear sturdy shoes and be prepared to hike up to 1 mile. Age: 3+ 20119 Su 11/14 2-3 PM $5/$6

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Growing Sustainable Together Join environmental parenting expert, Shannon Brescher Shea, for an event both kids and parents will love! Shannon, author of Growing Sustainable Together, will talk about the benefits of using 46th Annual environmental activities to teach children to be kind and engaged world citizen. There will be activities for families to do together to spark conversation and inspire action. All children must be accompanied by an adult No charge for adults.. Age: 2-8 20116 9/18 1-2 PM $4/$6

Little Explorers Go on hiking adventures with our naturalists, play games and discover the fun that can be had outdoors. Spaces are limited. Dress for the weather and please wear a mask. All children must be accompanied by an adult Rockville 10K/5K Age: 2-5 20105 Sa 9/25 9:30-10:30 AM $8/$10 20106 Sa 9/25 11 AM-12 PM $8/$10 Sunday, Nov. 7 20107 Sa 10/23 9:30-10:30 AM $8/$10 Road Closed: 8 a.m. • Race Begins: 8:30 a.m. 20108 Sa 10/23 11 AM-12 PM $8/$10 Start/Finish: King Farm Village Center, Rockville 20109 Sa 11/13 9:30-10:30 AM $8/$10 20110 Sa 11/13 11 AM-12 PM $8/$10 Register online at Mini-Creep Join us for a scaled back version of our annual Croydon Creep www.rockville10k5k.com event. Designed for ages 2-5yrs this low-key Halloween event will until Oct. 31 include a puppet show, snacks, a craft and fun activities. Come in costume! Please limit 1 adult per child. Age: 2-6 20121 F 10/15 10-11 AM $12/$14 Race Fees 20122 F 10/15 11 AM-12 PM $12/$14 $35 online/mail-in through Thursday, Nov. 4 Nature Nerds Trivia Campfire $45 packet pick up, Nov. 6 and walk-up on Who holds the title of the strongest animal on earth? What do race day Sunday, Nov. 7. you call a group of owls? How long can a beaver hold its breath? Bring a partner and compete against other teams to test your Kids 1-Mile Fun Run: $12 nature knowledge while enjoying s’mores around the campfire. Age: 18+ 20115 Th 10/21 7-8 PM $5/$6 Late Registration and Packet Pick-up Location: Outdoor Nature Club Spending time in nature builds resilience, self-confidence, and RNJ SPORTS creativity. We’ll form a nature exploration pod and spend the hour 11910-R Parklawn Drive, Rockville, MD 20852 outdoors investigating and learning about nature. Please dress for the weather, wear a mask and be prepared to spend 60 minutes in Saturday, Nov. 6 the great outdoors roaming the forest preserve with experienced naturalists. Meets every other week for 4 sessions. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Acorns Race Day Morning, Nov. 7 Age: 6-8 7:30-8:15 a.m. 20111 W 9/22-11/3 4-5 PM $40/$50 (at King Farm Village Center) Saplings Age: 9-11 20112 Su 9/26-11/7 2-3 PM $40/$50

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Arts, Dance and Enrichment Before and After School Ballet Teen and Adult Enrichment Learn the art of ballet through an elementary but professional Twinbrook Teen Scene approach. Advanced classes are for serious dancers with previous The Teen Scene program provides a safe, healthy environment training. See Children’s, Teens and Adult sections for more classes. that promotes positive youth development. Participants have Intermediate III and Beginner Pointe daily opportunities for study time and can choose from a wide Age: 12+ range of recreational activities conducted under the guidance and 20153 Th 9/9-12/9 5-6:25 PM $195/$205 supervision of staff members. Transportation is available from Julius Rockcrest Ballet Center/Chongpinitchai West and Wood middle schools, Twinbrook and Meadow Hall 20149 Tu 9/14-12/7 5-6:25 PM $195/$205 elementaries. Program does meet on MCPS early release days. Rockcrest Ballet Center/Keppetipola Grade: 5-8 Advanced 19580 M-F 8/30-10/8 2:30-6:30 PM $140/$160 Age: 12+ 19581 M-F 10/11-11/19 2:30-6:30 PM $140/$160 20147 M 9/13-12/6 6:05-7:30 PM $195/$205 19582 M-F 11/22-12/23 2:30-6:30 PM $140/$160 Rockcrest Ballet Center/Chongpinitchai 19583 M-F 1/3-2/11 2:30-6:30 PM $140/$160 20152 W 9/15-12/8 6:05-7:30 PM $195/$205 Twinbrook CRC Rockcrest Ballet Center/Adhikari Ballet- All Ages/Levels - ONLINE Learn the art of ballet through an elementary but professional approach. Teachers will instruct online students live through the Webex platform along side of in-person students at the dance studio. Class levels and time run concurrently with in-person classes and will be chosen at check-out. Register for your current level. Students will advance by instructor recommendation. First Class 20691 Same dates and times as in-person. $95/$105 Second Class 20692 Same dates and times as in-person. $35 Page 26 | Main Rec. Line: 240-314-8620 Teens

Fitness Martial Arts Pilates - Teens and Adults Karate for Teens/Adults Enjoy a series of mat-based exercises derived from the classic Our teen and adult program involves a great physical workout and methodology of Joseph Pilates. The class focuses on increasing more! We also focus on mental and emotional self-defense and flexibility and balance, and incorporates stability, strength and developing respect for others. Classes are structured to promote awareness of the core. personal development and goals are set for improvement. Fee Age: 16+ includes equipment and uniform for first-time students. Class 20264 Tu 9/7-10/9 6- 7 PM $80/$100 schedules are flexible and make-ups are available as needed. Sign 20254 Tu 10/6-12/4 6-7 PM $80/$100 up for two classes and save $29. Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/Kolanowski Age: 13+ 20521 M 9/20-10/18 8:15-9 PM $85/$95 Teen Fit 20522 Tu 9/21-10/19 7:30- 8:15 $85/$95 This fast-paced class includes basic strength training, cardiovascular 20523 W 9/22-10/20 8:15-9 PM $85/$95 conditioning and stretching exercises. Increase your overall fitness 20524 Th 9/23-10/21 7:30-8:15 PM $85/$95 or support your sport-specific training. Taught by a certified Kicks Karate/Staff personal trainer. Age: 13-18 20224 M 9/13-10/18 7-8 PM $62/$73 Sports - Instructional 20257 M 10/25-12/13 7-8 PM $86/$103 Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/DiTullio Make It Happen Basketball This basketball program features techniques and drills that will turn you into a complete player. Learn the fundamentals and Yoga for Teens increase your speed and footwork with special speed and agility All 12-16 year old aspiring yogis experience yoga poses, breathing training. Program is taught by an instructor who played Overseas and relaxation techniques, and meditation. This fun class for teens with and against some of the NBA’s finest players. Bring a water helps reduce stress and increase body awareness. Bring a yoga mat bottle and wear comfortable shoes. Basketballs are disinfected as and wear comfortable clothing. assigned to each participant. Masks must be worn during the class. Age: 12-16 Age: 8-11 20265 Su 9/12-10/24 10:15-11:15 AM $96/$115 19979 Tu 9/7-10/5 6-7 PM $70/$80 20266 Su 10/31-12/19 10:15-11:15 AM $96/$115 Lincoln Park CC/Williams Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/Kuemmel

Impact Training for Teens Sports Leagues Teens benefit from one-on-one attention from Thomas Farm’s certified personal trainer in this small group setting. Work on Kickball League for Teens personal fitness goals or conditioning for sports. Though a fitness Are you an athlete, a baseball or soccer fan? Why not all? Thursday membership is not required to participate, participants can take night is lights on at Woodley Gardens Park. Grab your friends, join advantage of 10% discount on a Thomas Farm annual teen fitness a team and use your skills in a traditional game of kickball. This is pass. Contact Thomas Farm Community Center for more details. a non-competitive program for teens who enjoy sports and games Ages: 14-18 outdoors. Recreation staff will oversee game play and program 20634 W 9/8-29 7:30-8:30 pm $180/$200 safety procedures. Teams are determined by registration numbers 20635 W 10/6-27 7:30-8:30 pm $180/$200 and will rotate each week. Once assigned to a team, participants 20636 W 11/3-24 7:30-8:30 pm $180/$200 will meet on the field during the scheduled game time and receive instruction of play. Highest score wins the game. Game balls will be disinfected and interchanged in between games. No sharing of supplies, equipment and personal belongings. No spectators allowed on the field during program hours. Age: 11-16 19967 Tu 9/21-10/28 5:30-7:30 PM $35/$45 Mark Twain Athletic Park

www.rockvillemd.gov/registration | Page 27 Work in Recreation SUMMER AND YEAR-ROUND POSITIONS • Before-and After-school Staff • Trip Leaders • Class Instructors – Yoga, Pilates, Boot Camp, Pickleball, Fitness, Children’s Sports • Lifeguards and Swim Instructors • Bus Drivers (CDL required) • Social Event Hosts

SEASONAL POSITIONS • Directors and Leaders – Camps/Playgrounds • Sports Offi cials • Gym Managers • Scorers/Timers

For information, visit www.rockvillemd.gov/careers or contact the Human Resources Department 240-314-8470

F. Scott Fitzgerald Literary Festival Saturday, October 30 | 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. | Virtual Keynote Talk Writing Workshops Michael Dirda Ellen Prentiss Campbell: “Time Travel on the Page: “Weekly Deadlines: A Personal History of The Fiction Fueled by History and the Imagination” Washington Post Book World” (Historical Fiction) Awards Ceremony Margaret Talbot: “The First Sentence, the First Recognition of Montgomery County High School Paragraph” (Non-Fiction) F. Scott Fitzgerald Scholars- Taryn S. Trazkovich Introduction of John Edgar Wideman - Lauren Francis-Sharma: “A Different Way to Make a Walton Muyumba Writer” (Fiction) Presentation of the F. Scott Fitzgerald Award for William Jones: “What is Afrofuturism and Why Is it Outstanding Achievement in American Literature - Important?” (Afrofuturist Fiction) Gary Berg-Cross Leila Cabib: “Stop Staring at That Blank Piece of Paper Acceptance and Reading- John Edgar Wideman and Fold Into a Mini-Comic Book” (Graphic Fiction) “A Conversation About the Art of Fiction”- John Edgar Wideman and Walton Muyumba Tope Folarin: “Are You Done Yet? On the Art of Illustrated Talk Revising” (Fiction) “F. Scott Fitzgerald’s Rockville: Rockville in the 1920s” E. Ethelbert Miller: “Memoir as Vaccine: Saving Your -Eileen McGuckian Life and Memories” (Non-Fiction)

For more information, visit www.fscottfestival.org.

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Sat., Sept. 25 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. at Rockville Town Square This family and kid friendly event* is open to all and includes live bands and other cultural performances as well as vendors offering bubble tea, traditional cuisine and commemorative merchandise. Come and join the fun at Rockville Town Square! Contact the Rockville Sister City Corporation at email: [email protected] phone: 240·314·5029 or visit www.rockvillesistercities.org

* This event will comply with all City of Rockville, Montgomery County, State of Maryland and CDC guidance

HOSTED BY THE CITY OF ROCKVILLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL Rockville Antique and Classic Car Show Saturday, Oct. 16 11 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Rockville Civic Center Park, 603 Edmonston Dr. 2021 Vehicle Eligibility: Open to motor vehicles (no custom/modified cars) up to and including the 1996 model year. Visit the event website to download a registration form. www.rockvillemd.gov/carshow • 240-314-8620

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Ballet- All Ages/Levels- ONLINE Arts, Dance and Enrichment Learn the art of ballet through an elementary but professional Ballet Teen and Adult approach. Teachers will instruct online students live through the Webex platform along side of in-person students at the dance Learn the art of ballet through an elementary but professional studio. Class levels and time run concurrently with in-person approach. Advanced classes are for serious dancers with previous classes and will be chosen at check-out. Register for your current training. See Children’s, Teens and Adult sections for more level. Students will advance by instructor recommendation. classes. Class sizes are limited to 9 in-person students. Face coverings are required in the studio. First Class 20691 Same dates and times as in-person. $95/$105 Beginner-Intermediate Age: 13+ Second Class 20155 Th 9/9-12/9 8:10-9:20 PM $195/$205 20692 Same dates and times as in-person. $35 20148 M 9/13-12/6 7:40-8:50 PM $195/$205 Rockcrest Ballet Center/Chongpinitchai Intermediate Fitness Age: 13+ 20151 Tu 9/14-12/7 8:10-9:20 PM $195/$205 Cardio and Strength Training Rockcrest Ballet Center/Simpson Get a great workout as you improve your cardio fitness and Advanced improve strength and flexibility. This will give you a full body Age: 13+ workout as you burn calories and feel energized. Bring a water 20150 Tu 9/14-12/7 6:35-8 PM $195/$205 bottle, weights and mat. If rain, class will be held under pavilion. Rockcrest Ballet Center/Keppetipola Face coverings must be worn at indoor locations. 20154 Th 9/9-12/9 6:35-8 PM $195/$205 Age: 16+ Rockcrest Ballet Center/Chongpinitchai 19620 W 9/15-11/3 7:15-8 AM $64/$74 College Gardens Park/Fleishman

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Shred It Yoga - Balance, Flexibility, Mood & Strength This workout combines strength and interval training exercises Release tension, de-stress and refresh by practicing gentle that will help you burn more calories and increase your fitness yoga postures. Calm restless thoughts, cultivate concentration, level. Using short higher-intensity training segments in between support mental clarity and confidence using breath techniques rest periods will increase your metabolic demand and make your and meditation practices. The heart of each class is a sequence body more energy efficient. Bring a mat, water bottle and weights. of postures that stretch, strengthen and balance your body. Class If rain, class will be held under pavilion. includes sitting, standing and lying. Check with your doctor before Age: 16+ enrolling. You will need a yoga mat, two yoga blocks, a sturdy 19616 Tu 9/14-10/19 6-6:45 PM $56/$66 blanket or bath sheet and a strap. 19989 Th 9/16-10/21 6-6:45 PM $56/$66 Age: 16+ Woodley Gardens Park/Lake 19641 M 9/13-12/6 1-2:15 PM $133/$143 Thomas Farm CC/Neves Strength Training and Core Build strength and improve your endurance and flexibility. Class Yoga - Gentle with Stretching includes core work and a variety of exercises to improve muscle Learn simple ways of bringing the benefits of a yoga practice into strength and toning. Bring a water bottle, weights and a mat. If rain, your daily life for greater well-being. Enjoy a meditative experience class will be held under pavilion. with restorative and gentle poses, stretches, movements and Age: 16+ breath. No prior yoga experience required. Good for all levels. 19619 F 9/24-11/12 7-7:45 AM $64/$74 Positions and stretches are accessible to most individuals. You will College Gardens Park/Fleishman need a yoga mat, two yoga blocks, a sturdy blanket or bath sheet and a strap. Ultimate HIIT Age: 16+ Short on time? Want a fun, mood-boosting workout? This 19651 Th 9/9-12/9 7:30-8:45 PM $122/$132 energizing class is designed to improve cardiovascular endurance Rockville Senior Center/Neves and build strength. H.I.I.T. is a format that consists of short bursts of higher intensity work followed by a brief recovery period. A Yoga - Beginner and Continuing wide repertoire of exercises and techniques will be taught and Be introduced to traditional yoga techniques such as breathing modified for all fitness levels. You will need a mat and weights. exercises, basic yoga positions and deep relaxation. Bring a yoga Age: 16+ mat and a smile. If you wish, bring yoga blocks and a strap, not 19618 F 9/24-11/12 7:30-8:15 AM $60/$70 required for class. Online/Shanker Age: 16+ 19868 Th 9/14-11/2 6:30-7:15 PM $79/$89 Yoga Flow Dogwood Park/Goodfriend Experience the joy of yoga that elevates your mood and increases your fitness level. Yoga postures and conscious breathing will be Yoga - Hatha Intermediate sequenced in fluid sets. Build strength, balance, and flexibility. Learn Enjoy a balanced practice with longer posture holding times and the benefits of yoga and feel amazing. a variety of sequences to increase stamina, flexibility and well- Age: 16+ being. This physically challenging class is designed for individuals 19649 Sa 9/27-11/15 9-10 AM $99/$109 with prior yoga experience (exceptions granted), who are free of Thrive Yoga serious injuries or physical vulnerabilities. You will need a yoga mat, two yoga blocks, a sturdy blanket or bath sheet and a strap. Cardio, Sculpt and Tone Age: 16+ Enjoy a mix of cardio and core exercises and strength training. 19642 M 9/13-12/6 7:30-8:45 PM $133/$143 Get a well-rounded workout, increase your flexibility and get into Thomas Farm CC/Neves shape. Bring a mat and weights. Face coverings must be worn at indoor locations. Pilates - Yoga Fusion Age: 16+ Fusion is a wonderful combination of the core strengthening and 19621 Sa 9/18-11/6 8-9 AM $74/$84 muscle-toning of Pilates and the meditative and flexibility benefits College Gardens Park/Fleishman of yoga in a flowing workout. You will need a mat and should wear comfortable clothing. Class will be taught via Zoom. Age: 16+ 19648 Tu 9/14-11/23 6-7 PM $99/$109 19965 Tu 11/30-12/21 6-7 PM $31/$41 Online/Poole

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Pilates Pilates - Teens and Adults Enjoy a non-impact, mind-body workout that trains core muscles Enjoy a series of mat-based exercises derived from the classic to stabilize the body. Stretching and strengthening exercises methodology of Joseph Pilates. The class focuses on increasing target abdominal and pelvic muscles. Improve posture, abdominal flexibility and balance, and incorporates stability, strength and strength, balance and flexibility. No previous experience necessary. awareness of the core. You will need a mat and should wear comfortable clothes.Class Age: 16+ will be taught via Zoom. 20264 Tu 9/7-10/9 6-7 PM $80/$100 Age: 16+ 20254 Tu 10/6-12/4 6-7 PM $80/$100 19647 Tu 9/14-11/23 7:30-8:30 PM $99/$109 Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/Kolanowski 19962 Tu 11/30-12/21 7:30-8:30 PM $31/$41 Online/Poole Bootcamp - Beginner/Intermediate Reduce body fat, increase cardiovascular stamina and tone muscles Body Sculpt in a team environment. Class is designed to introduce the new Be prepared to sweat! This total-body workout combines high- bootcamper to skills and drills of our advanced class. Workouts intensity interval training, strength training and heart-pumping can be modified to increase or decrease intensity. cardio to invigorate and strengthen your body. Easy-to-follow Age: 16+ moves with up-tempo music to increase your heart rate, stamina 20218 W 9/8-10/20 5:30-6:30 PM $59/$73 and energy level. Class concludes with abdominal work and 20220 W 10/27-12/15 5:30-6:30 PM $69/$83 stretching. All abilities welcome. 20199 M 10/25-12/13 5:45-6:45 PM $69/$83 Age: 16+ 20219 Th 9/9-10/18 9:10-10:10 AM $59/$73 20197 Tu 9/7-10/19 5:30-6:15 PM $59/$73 20179 M 9/13-10/18 5:45-6:45 PM $50/$63 20198 Tu 10/26-12/14 5:30-6:15 PM $69/$83 20189 Th 10/28-12/16 9:10-10:10 AM $59/$73 Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/Johnson Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/Sheer/Silverman/DiTullio Cardio Kickbox Bootcamp — Intermediate/Advanced Tired of your normal routine or just interested in trying This class incorporates drills designed to enhance agility, speed, something new? Get into shape with a class that combines boxing, power, strength and quickness. Workout in a team environment martial arts and aerobics. This total-body workout helps increase while challenging yourself to reach personal fitness goals. stamina, flexibility, balance and strength. Wear comfortable clothes Age: 16+ and shoes. 20202 F 9/10-10/22 6:30-7:30 AM $59/$73 Age: 16+ 20181 F 10/29-12/17 6:30-7:30 AM $59/$73 20222 Th 9/9-10/18 6-7 PM $59/$73 Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/Sheer 20191 Th 10/28-12/16 6-7 PM $59/$73 Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/DiTullio Circuit Training Jump start your metabolism with this circuit workout. You will Morning Motivation improve both strength and endurance. Six different stations feature Start your morning with a certified personal trainer in this small exercises to challenge your whole body, each targeting a different group class that will jump start your day! You will work out your area. This is an effective and time-efficient way to develop all core and get in your cardio all before 9 a.m.! We will warm up around fitness. Weights are used. with aerobic activities that will lead into a core workout and Age: 16+ then move to our fitness room for a circuit workout on cardio 20208 Tu 9/7-10/19 11:15 AM-12 PM $59/$73 equipment including treadmills, ellipticals and recumbent bikes. 20210 Tu 10/26-12/14 11:15 AM-12 PM $69/$83 Ages: 16+ Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/Rubens 20660 Tu, F 9/21-10/15 8-8:50 AM $96/$112 20209 Th 9/9-10/18 11:15 AM-12 PM $59/$73 20661 Tu, F 10/19-11/12 8-8:50 AM $96/$112 20182 Th 10/28-12/16 11:15 AM-12 PM $59/$73 Thomas Farm CC/Ramsey Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr 20668 Th 9/23-10/14 9:30-10:20 AM $48/$56 20669 Th 10/21-11/11 9:30-10:20 AM $48/$56 Lincoln Park CC/Ramsey

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LO by Jazzercise Zumba Fit Get all the pulse-pounding, body-pumping intensity without Zumba Fit is a fun and effective cardio dance workout that the hop. Use your muscles, not your momentum, to get a killer includes sculpting exercises designed to tone the entire body. core workout. Rock it out with dance-based cardio and strength While intended as an introduction to the easy Latin and training for total body transformation. Bring a mat and weights. international-inspired program, this high-energy, low-impact class Age: 16+ has something to offer all fitness levels. 20653 M 9/20-11/22 5:30-6:30 PM $109/$119 Age: 16+ Rockville Senior Center/Proctor 20212 W 9/8-10/20 5:30-6:15 PM $59/$73 20215 W 10/27-12/15 5:30-6:15 PM $69/$83 Yoga - Gentle Online/Johnson This gentle yoga workout provides modifications to traditional 20214 F 9/10-10/22 12-12:45 PM $59/$73 yoga postures without losing any of the physical benefits. Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr Conducted at a comfortable pace, gentle yoga demonstrates the 20186 Th 10/28-12/16 7:05-7:50 PM $59/$73 use of props, which enables everyone to enjoy the practice while 20213 Th 9/9-10/18 7:05-7:50 PM $59/$73 promoting increased activity for better health. Bring a yoga mat, Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/Creel block and strap. 20187 F 10/29-12/17 12-12:45 PM $59/$73 Age: 16+ Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr 20274 W 9/8-10/20 9:15-10:15 AM $89/$107 20275 W 10/27-12/15 9:15-10:15 AM $110/$132 Zumba Toning Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr /Mendoza Use small weights to tone and strengthen arms, glutes, abs and 20269 Sa 9/11-10/23 9:15-10:15 AM $89$107 thighs. Fast and slow rhythms are used to maximize fat burning and 20270 Sa 10/30-12/18 9:15-10:15 AM $89/$107 build muscle. Sculpt your body naturally while having fun dancing Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr /Chowhury to high-energy popular music. Bring 1- or 2-pound weights. Age: 16+ Yoga - Core 20216 W 9/8-10/20 12-12:45 PM $64/$77 Strengthen your core and develop healthy back muscles with this 20217 W 10/27-12/15 12-12:45 PM $64/$77 fun, fast and energetic Hatha yoga workout. Target your abdominals Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/DiTullio from every angle, reduce back pain, stabilize the spine, create a 20188 Sa 9/11-10/23 11:10-11:55 AM $59/$73 stronger midsection and improve overall body alignment. Bring a 20178 Sa 10/30-12/18 11:10-11:55 AM $59/$73 mat and wear comfortable clothing. Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/N. Ko, K. Ko Age: 16+ 20276 Tu 9/7-10/19 9:15-10:15 AM $89/$107 Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr Martial Arts 20277 F 9/10-10/22 5:30-6:30 PM $89/$107 20271 F 10/29-12/17 5:30-6:30 PM $89/$107 Fencing - Beginner Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr /Rubens Designed to introduce beginners to the Olympic sport of fencing, 20278 Tu 10/26-12/14 9:15-10:15 AM $110/$132 this course emphasizes safety and proper technique. Equipment Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr provided. Wear comfortable clothes and bring a fencing glove (or garden/golf glove). Flexible swords are used. Yoga for Athletes Age: 14+ This class is designed to improve health, performance and mental 19657 Sa 9/18-11/6 2-3:20 PM $128/$140 acuity. It combines push-ups, sit-ups and squats with traditional 19652 Tu 9/21-11/9 7-8:20 PM $128/$140 yoga postures in a flowing format. Focus on reducing stress and Rockville Fencing Academy/Staff pain in the lower back, and increasing flexibility in the hamstrings, glutes and quadriceps to build a stronger core. Bring a mat and Karate for Teens/Adults wear comfortable clothing. Our teen and adult program involves a great physical workout and Age: 16+ more! We also focus on mental and emotional self-defense and 20279 W 9/8-10/20 7-8 PM $89/$107 developing respect for others. Classes are structured to promote 20272 M 9/13-10/18 9:15-10:15 AM $80/$99 personal development and goals are set for improvement. Fee 20280 M 10/25-12/13 9:15-10:15 AM $110/$132 includes equipment and uniform for first-time students. Class 20281 W 10/27-12/15 7-8 PM $110/$132 schedules are flexible and make-ups are available as needed. Sign Rockville Swim & Fitness Ctr/Mendoza up for two classes and save $29. Age: 13+ 20521 M 9/20-10/18 8:15-9 PM $85/$95 20522 Tu 9/21-10/19 7:30-8:15 PM $85/$95 20523 W 9/22-10/20 8:15-9 PM $85/$95 20524 Th 9/23-10/21 7:30-8:15 PM $85/$95 Kicks Karate/Staff

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Sports - Instructional Pickleball Outdoor A paddle sport that is a cross between tennis, badminton and ping Tennis for Adults/Teens pong where you hit a wiffle ball over a badminton-sized court. Learn and enjoy the sport of tennis through instruction, drills and Participants will learn tips for smart pickleball play, instruction for game play situations. Ground strokes, serve, volley, overhead and all strokes and serve, drill work, scoring, doubles strategies and strategies will be covered based on skill levels. Please note your play. level may be changed at the discretion of the instructor. Bring a Beginner Level 1 tennis racket.. Welcome! You are completely new to pickleball or you have played Beginner 0.0-1.4 NTRP Level some pickleball but do not yet meet the requirements of Beginner Little or no experience. Learn and enjoy the sport of tennis Level 2. through instruction and drills. Basic skills and strokes will be Age: 16+ covered. 19614 W 9/15-9/29 5:30-6:45 PM $53/$63 Age: 16+ Mattie Stepanek Park/Cao 19624 M 9/13-10/18 6-6:50 PM $75/$85 19608 Sa 9/18-10/2 2:15-3:30 PM $53/$63 Twinbrook CRC/Asaka Mattie Stepanek Park/Cao 19951 Su 9/19-10/3 7-8:15 AM $53/$63 Beg/Novice -1.0-2.0 NTRP Level Mattie Stepanek Park/Robert Campbell From little or no experience to limited experience. Learn and improve strokes and get the ball in play. Beginner Level 2 Age: 16+ You know the basic rules and how to score a game fully and 19623 Tu 9/14-10/19 6-6:50 PM $75/$85 without issue. You can get 50% of your serves in. You can get 50% Dogwood Park/M. Yargici of your returns in. You can hold a simple rally of 4-5 shots. 19622 W 9/15-10/20 6-6:50 PM $75/$85 Age: 16+ Mattie Stepanek Park/Asaka 19609 Sa 9/18-10/2 3:45-5 PM $53/$63 Mattie Stepanek Park/Qijun Cao Novice 1.5-2.0 NTRP Level 19955 Su 9/19-10/3 8:30-9:45 AM $53/$63 Limited experience. Learn to improve all strokes and get the ball Mattie Stepanek Park/Robert Campbell in play. Age: 16+ Beginner Levels 1 & 2 19639 M 9/13-10/18 7-8:15 PM $89/$99 In this class we will combine Beginner Level 1 and Beginner Level Twinbrook CRC/Asaka 2 players. Age: 16+ Intermediate 2.5-3.5 NTRP Level 19923 M 9/13-9/20 7-9 PM $59/$69 Able to play games. Work on consistent strokes with spins and Mattie Stepanek Park/ Cao strategy Age: 16+ 19638 Tu 9/14-10/19 7-8:15 PM $89/$99 Novice Level 1 Dogwood Park/M. Yargici You know the rules of the game and how to keep score. You can Intermediate 3.0-3.5 NTRP Level get 80% of your serves and return of serves in. You come up to From fairly consistent when hitting medium-paced shots to the no volley zone/kitchen area immediately after returning every starting to exhibit more aggressive net play, has improved court serve. You can dink the ball back and forth keeping it in the no coverage. volley zone/kitchen area for 10+ shots. Age: 16+ Age: 16+ 19640 W 9/15-10/20 7-8:15 PM $89/$99 19610 Sa 9/18-10/2 5:15-6:30 PM $53/$63 Mattie Stepanek Park/Asaka Mattie Stepanek Park/Cao Novice Level 2 You meet the requirements of Novice Level 1 confidently, can maintain a consistent rally, and are starting to attempt to drop the ball in the no volley zone/kitchen area on occasion when playing games. You are getting more confident at the no volley zone/ kitchen area with your dinks and volleys. Age: 16+ 19613 W 9/15-9/29 7-8:15 PM $53/$63 Mattie Stepanek Park/Qijun Cao

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Sports Leagues Adult Pickleball Traditional League Doubles Team Pickle Ball League. Can be Men’s, Women’s or Adult Pickleball Ladder League Coed teams. All teams play together. Three Divisions (self-rated): In this new coed pickleball league you will have the opportunity to Beginning, Intermediate or Advanced. Each game will be best 2 out test your skills against players with the same skill levels. Each week, of 3 and last approximately one hour. Games are played between 6 players will be placed in groups of four in order of your ranking on p.m.-9 p.m. at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park. the ladder for match play. The USAPA numeric rating system will Beginner be used to rank your skill level (https://www.usapa.org/player-skill- Age: 18+ rating-definitions/). All players will play three doubles games in a 20093 Tu 9/14-10/19 6-9 PM $35/$45 round-robin fashion with the other three players of the foursome. Mattie Stepanek Park Games are played between the hours of 6-9 p.m. at Mattie J.T. Intermediate Stepanek Park. Players must be 18 years or older. 20097 Tu 9/14-10/19 6-9 PM $35/$45 Age: 18+ Mattie Stepanek Park 20099 Th 9/16-10/21 6-9 PM $35/$45 Mattie Stepanek Park Advance Age: 18+ Adult Kickball League 20098 Tu 9/14-10/19 6-9 PM $35/$45 Are you an athlete, baseball or soccer fan? Why not all? Thursday Mattie Stepanek Park night is lights on at Mark Twain Athletic Park. Grab your friends, join a team and use your skills in a traditional game of kickball. This is a social program for adults who enjoy sports and games outdoors. Recreation staff will oversee game play and program safety procedures. Teams are determined by registration numbers and may rotate each week. Once assigned to a team, participants will meet on the field during the scheduled game time and receive instruction of play. Highest score wins the game. Age: 18+ 20954 Tu 9/21-10/28 8-10 PM $35/$45 Mark Twain

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Awesome programs for families

Three areas to rent for special events and meetings

Game room with table tennis, vending machines, video games and TV

Newly expanded LINCOLN PARK parking lot COMMUNITY CENTER www.rockvillemd.gov/lincolnpark 240-314-8780 • [email protected] • 357 Frederick Avenue, Rockville, MD 20850

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Lincoln Park Community Center and Clubhouse Afterschool Program Isreal Park were established in 1970 M-F, Aug. 30-Dec. 23 3-6:30 p.m., Grade: K-5 and are the heart of the Lincoln Park Children spend time learning, creating and exploring during this drop-in, after school community. At almost 50 years old, program. Homework time, snacks, crafts and games are scheduled daily. $145/$165. See the facility has a rich history, where a page 18. deep sense of pride and love for the community is shown and expressed daily. Peek A Boo Halloween Sat., Oct. 30, 10 a.m.-12 p.m. The 12,500-square-feet facility Calling all little pumpkins! It’s that time of year where we celebrate Halloween little human has a fitness room, computer lab, style. Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, mini “Peek a Boo” scavenger hunt and more. Wear your game room, gymnasium, kitchen, costumes, small snack will be provided. Please limit: one guardian per child. Preregistration multipurpose room, library and only. $20/$30. kitchen. Isreal Park has a gazebo, park, basketball and tennis courts, Make it Happen Basketball and baseball field. Tu., Sept. 7 – Oct. 4, 6 p.m.-7 p.m. This basketball program features techniques and drills that will turn you into a complete player. Learn the fundamentals and increase your speed and footwork with special speed HOURS and agility training. Program is taught by an instructor who played Overseas with and against some of the NBA’s finest players. Bring a water bottle and wear comfortable shoes. Hours Resume Monday, Basketballs are provided to each participant. $70/$80. August 30 Monday -Saturday Morning Motivation 8:30-7:30 p.m. Start your morning with a certified personal trainer in this small group class that will jump Sunday start your day! You will work out your core and get in your cardio all before 9 a.m.! We Closed will warm up with aerobic activities that will lead into a core workout and then move to our fitness room for a circuit workout on cardio equipment including treadmills, ellipticals • Drop-in sports programs include and recumbent bikes. 16+ basketball, badminton, and 20668 Th 9/23-10/14 9:30-10:20am $48/$56 pickleball. Open gym schedule is posted on our website. 20669 Th 10/21-11/11 9:30-10:20am $48/$56 • Personal trainer on staff • Near Rockville Metro Station www.rockvillemd.gov/registration | Page 37 Full-size gymnasium

Rental space for parties and meetings

Before and after school programs

Monthly fitness passes available memberships

Special family TWINBROOK COMMUNITY fun events RECREATION CENTER www.rockvillemd.gov/tcrc 240-314-8830 • [email protected] • 12920 Twinbrook Parkway, Rockville, MD 20851

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Every day, the center welcomes a diverse group of children and Early Birds families to our after-school program, M-F, Aug. 30- Dec. 23, 7-9:30 a.m. classes and drop-in sports. This morning program offers children a safe, fun environment with Enjoy the open gym with your computer lab, crafts, organized games and other enrichment activities. friends or attend one of our family- Transportation is provided to Meadow Hall and Twinbrook elementaries. friendly programs. The Twinbrook Program does not meet on MCPS non-school days. Optional daily drop-in Community Recreation Center is available for a $10 daily fee. Grade: K-5, $140/$160 See page 18. has options for everyone in a safe and friendly community setting. Afterschool Adventure M-F, Aug. 30-Dec. 23, 3-6:30 p.m HOURS Program provides a fun and safe environment. Organized games, crafts, and Hours resume August 30 other enrichment activities offered. Transportation provided from Meadow Monday-Friday Hall and Twinbrook elementary schools. Program does not operate on no 7 a.m.-7:30 p.m. school days. Grade: K-5 $180/$200. Saturday 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Sunday Twinbrook Teen Scene Closed M-F, Aug. 30-Dec. 23, 2:30-6:30 p.m Twinbrook Community A safe, healthy environment promoting positive youth development. Study Recreation Center is time, and a wide range of activities offered. Transportation from Julius conveniently located West and Wood middle schools; Twinbrook and Meadow Hall elementary between Veirs Mill Road schools. $140R/$160NR, Grades 5-8. See page 23. and Rockville Pike, near the Twinbrook Metro Station. Page 38 | Main Rec. Line: 240-314-8620 Full-size gymnasium

Rental space for parties and meetings

Fitness center with cardio and strength equipment

Classes, programs and events for the entire family

Daily, monthly and annual passes and THOMAS FARM memberships COMMUNITY CENTER www.rockvillemd.gov/thomasfarm 240-314-8840 • [email protected] • 700 Fallsgrove Drive, Rockville, MD 20850

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Thomas Farm offers classes for all Beyond the Bell Afterschool Club ages, rental space, drop-in sports, fitness center for exercise, special M-F, Aug. 30-Dec. 22, 3:30-6:30 p.m. events, an afterschool program for Our aftercare program includes snack, homework help, recreation and craft elementary-aged students, lounge, activities and more! Six-week sessions with transportation included from art gallery, game room and ping- Ritchie Park Elementary. The program operates when school is in session pong tables. and on early release days. The program does not operate on no-school days. Grades K-5. $180/$200. See page 18. HOURS Adventure Days Hours resume August 30 Monday-Friday Sept. 16 and Nov. 4, 9 a.m.-4 p.m. 7 a.m.-7:30 p.m. Join the fun on days off school! Each day consists of an offsite field trip and Saturday time spent at the community center. Destinations could include movies 8:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. bowling, indoor play areas and more. Ages: 7-12. $35/$40. See page 18. Sunday Closed. Impact Training for Teens Teens work on fitness goals or conditioning for sports in these small group sessions with our certified personal trainer. Ages: 14-18. $180/$200. See page 26. • Drop-in sports programs include Morning Motivation full court basketball, Tuesdays and Fridays, 8-8:50 a.m. badminton, pickleball Jump Start your day in this class that will start with aerobic activity and a and volleyball. Open core workout and end with a circuit workout on cardio equipment in the gym schedule is posted fitness center. Ages: 16+. $96/$112. See page 31. on our website. • Personal trainer on staff www.rockvillemd.gov/registration | Page 39 ROCKVILLE SENIOR CENTER www.rockvillemd.gov/seniorcenter 240-314-8800 • [email protected] • 1150 Carnation Drive, Rockville, MD 20850

The Rockville Senior Center provides Registration Dates a central location for the many Senior Center Members: Tuesday, Aug. 3 , General registration: Thursday, Aug. 5, programs, services and activities 8:30 a.m. Is your membership up to date? Check with the Senior Center today! offered to adults, ages 60 and older. Transportation Rockville Call ‘N Ride Service: Taxi coupons may be purchased at a reduced rate, based on Center and Fitness income and family size. Documentation required. Call 240-314-8810. Buses: Door-to-door bus service is available to the Senior Center, shopping, club meetings Hours and special trips. Reservations required. Call 240-314-8810. Call 240-314-8800, or email [email protected] Aging Information, Services, and Support Seniors and families may obtain information, services and support related to aging issues by calling 240-314-8810. For outreach and assistance call 240-314-8817. Directions Call 240-314-5019 Senior Assistance Fund Financial assistance for senior classes, day trips and Senior Center membership is available. Bus Transportation (Must meet age and income guidelines.) To donate to this program send a check payable Call 240-314-8810 to the City of Rockville Senior Assistance Fund. Mail to the Rockville Senior Center, 1150 Carnation Drive, Rockville, MD 20850.

Center Membership Fees $40/year – Rockville resident $135/year – Nonresident; $65 spouse

Program Fees Fee = member/nonmember

DID YOU KNOW WE HAVE A PEN PAL PROGRAM? Call 240-314-8800 or email [email protected] for more information

SENIOR CENTER MEMBER ADULT CLASS BENEFIT Discounts only apply for fitness classes in the Adult section of the Life in Rockville Recreation Guide. One $10 discount may be used per Senior Center member, per activity for programs over $50. Does not apply to workshops. This discount is not valid for aquatics classes. Refer to the aquatics section for pricing. For more information call 240-314-8800.

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CITY OF ROCKVILLE • DEPARTMENT OF RECREATION AND PARKS +Recreation and Look for additional information in our Adults60 Services Guide FALL 2021 Rockville Senior Center is now open! Adults Recreation + and Services Guide If mailing registrations,60 please complete the registration form and enclose a check and mail to: Rockville Senior Center 1150 Carnation Dr, Rockville, MD 20850 If mailing a registration, you will receive a receipt in the mail, or in your email. You will be contacted if you did not get into the class you wanted. Page 1 ROCKVILLE SENIOR CENTER • 1150 CARNATION DRIVE • ROCKVILLE, MD 20850 Online Registration: www.rockvillemd.gov/registration Visa and MasterCard accepted. Please call our main number, 240-314-8800 or email us at [email protected] if you any questions regarding updating your membership, or registration in any of our offerings.

BENEFITS OF THE SENIOR CENTER MEMBERSHIP INCLUDE: Discounts on Senior Programs • Discounts on Rentals DVD Rentals • Discounts on Adult Fitness Classes Eligible for Senior Garden Plots

SENIOR TRANSPORTATION Weekly Shopping for Seniors: Senior services are back- providing transportation to Giant grocery store. Please call to receive the schedule.

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BUILDING CLOSED Sept. 6, Nov. 11, Nov. 25, Nov. 26, Dec. 24, Dec. 25, Dec. 31 Rockville Villages What are villages? Villages are grassroots, volunteer, neighbor-support networks created to help enrich the lives of residents of all ages. What do village networks do? Members of villages offer services such as: transportation to medical appointments, light yardwork and home maintenance, tutoring, friendly Rockville Emergency visits, book clubs, potluck parties and other social outings. Almost all villages offer the opportunity for Assistance Program (REAP) connectedness. For residents 60-plus, emergency assistance is For more information: Contact Trish Evans, Village Facilitator, City of available for eligible City of Rockville senior Rockville 240-314-8807 or [email protected]. residents experiencing a financial crisis, www.rockvillemd.gov/rockvillevillages such as eviction or utility shut-off, or who www.montgomerycountymd.gov/HHS-Program/ need prescription medication. Referrals for ADS/Villages/villageslist.html. emergency food, clothing, financial counseling, housing assistance and foreclosure counseling are also provided. Contact Andrea Rogers, 240-314-8817.

Page 42 | Main Rec. Line: 240-314-8620 City of Rockville Adults 60+Presorted Rockville Senior Center Standard 1150 Carnation Dr, Rockville, MD 20850 U.S. POSTAGE PAID Suburban, MD Senior HappeningsPermit No. 63

Sign-up for these Special…

Grandparents Day: Friday, Sept. 10 Carve and Cackle program (see pg. 4 for details) A Grandparents Day Event is an opportunity for the day before or bring their carved/decorated Senior Center members and their grandchildren pumpkin the day of. Registered participants will to celebrate that special connection. Enjoy activi- receive a goody bag. Costumes are strongly ties, refreshments, entertainment, and a special encouraged. keepsake to make and take home! Please regis- Sponsored by: Brightview Falls Grove. ter each grandparent and grandchild attending. Course Day, Date Time Cost Location Sponsored by: Brightview West End 20647 F, 10/22 3:30-5 p.m. Free Sr. Ctr. Course# 20651; $2/$4 Course Day, Date Time Cost Location Skin Care Clinic 20651 F, 9/10 5-6:30 p.m. $2/$4 Sr. Ctr. The dermatologist will be available on the sec- ond Thursday of each month, starting at 12:30 Flu Shot Clinic p.m., by appointment only. Your insurance will Giant pharmacists are giving the shots this year. be billed. You will be seen at the Senior Center This will be charged to your Medicare insurance. in a Support Services/Health Room office. Make Please bring your insurance cards with you. If an appointment by calling 1-877-345-5300, toll you do not have insurance, you may pay cash. free. Please register so that we have a count of how many vaccines are needed. If you do not take RSI Fundraisers high dose, kindly indicate that you want regular. Holiday Bazaar: Great opportunity to shop for the holidays ahead and support a worthwhile cause. Course Day, Date Time Location Day, Date Time Location 20128 Tu, 10/12 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m. Sr. Ctr. Sa, 12/4 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Sr. Ctr. Halloween Brew-Thru Oktoberfest: Featuring the Rockville German Enjoy the festivities with a walkthrough through Band. Food and beer available for purchase at friendly Halloween displays, beer and cider, and the event. Open to the community! our annual staff pumpkin carving contest. New this year, we will include a senior pumpkin con- Course Day, Date Time Cost Location test! Seniors can carve their pumpkins at the 20646 F, 10/1 5-7 p.m. $3 Sr. Ctr. Autumn Offerings! To Register: www.rockvillemd.gov/registration

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www.rockvillemd.gov/glenview • www.peerlessrockville.org

Forging Freedom: Endurance, Escape, and Rockville’s 2021-2022 Underground Railroad Thursday, Nov. 11, 2021 • 7 p.m. All events are on Thursdays and start at 7 p.m. Register with course #20600 at This co-sponsored series is free www.rockvillemd.gov/registration and open to all.

Glenview Mansion Rockville Civic Center Park 603 Edmonston Drive

GlenviewRockville Art League Members’Mansion For Love Art of Glenview Gallery Juried Show Varied Media Varied Media October 28 - November 24 July 15-September 12 November 21- Meet the Artists from September 12 - Meet the Artists from 1:30 to 3:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Rockville Art League Members’ Fairweather Artists Juried Winter Show Varied Media Varied Media September 23- October 24 December 5- January 14 October 24- Meet the Artists from December 5- Meet the Artists from 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m.

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Rockville Conce t Band 2021 CONCERT SERIES • 3 P.M. F. SCOTT FITZGERALD THEATRE AT THE ROCKVILLE CIVIC CENTER PARK Conducted by Dr. Juan Gallastegui, Music Director

SUNDAY, OCTOBER 17 OLD AND NEW A survey of classical tunes written for the concert band ensemble.

SUNDAY, NOVEMBER 21 REIMAGINED A concert of pieces that have been orchestrated for concert band from other ensembles like choir or orchestra.

SUNDAY, DECEMBER 19 HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Old classics and fun tunes for everyone to sing along and enjoy this special time of the year.

No tickets required; $5 suggested donation. • rockvilleconcertband.org

ROCKVILLE CHORUS Linda Garrettson, Director

Auditions Monday, September 13 Please contact Betty Wisda, Arts Programs Supervisor, at bwisda@ rockvillemd.gov or 240-314-8681 in late August to schedule an audition time.

Holiday Concert Sunday, December 19 at 7:30p.m. F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre Rockville Civic Center Park • 603 Edmonston Drive

No tickets required; $5 suggested donation. • rockvillechorus.com

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Rockville Civic Ballet Eleanor Simpson, Artistic Director THE NUTCRACKER Join Clara on her magical journey! Saturday DEC. 4 AND DEC. 11, 2 AND 7:30 P.M. Sunday DEC. 5 AND DEC. 12, 2 P.M.

Tickets: $17 Adults Group Rates: $16.50 for 7 or more adult tickets $13 Children (12 years old and under) $12.50 for 10 or more children/ $13 Seniors (60 years old and older) senior tickets For tickets: 240-314-8690 Assigned seat tickets may be purchased in person or by phone at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre Box offi ce or online at www.rockvillemd.gov/theatre.

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Murder at the Mansion An interactive murder mystery comedy ‘Murder on the Oriental Rug’ Presented by A Taste for Murder Productions

Three performances: Friday and Saturday, Nov. 5 and 6 at 8 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 8 at 2 p.m.

Tickets: $35 Individual/$60 Couple Tickets plus Mission BBQ buffet: $55 Individual/$100 Couple Complimentary dessert buffet included. Buffet dinner available 90 minutes before show. Doors open for ticket holders 60 minutes before show. 21 yrs or older.

Box Office 240-314-8690 Glenview Mansion at Rockville Civic Center Park, 603 Edmonston Dr., Rockville, MD 20851

A Holiday Festival a t F. S c o t t F i t z g e r a l d t h e a t r e Saturday, Dec. 18 · 1-4 p.m. Tickets necessary for ages 17 and under only: $8 Resident/$10 Non-Resident Registration required: www.rockvillemd.gov/registration Course #20611 Visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus, enjoy seasonal decorations, and arts & crafts activities. All children must be accompanied by an adult/guardian.

F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre and Social Hall, 603 Edmonston Dr., Rockville, MD 20851

www.rockvillemd.gov/registration | Page 47 Cultural Arts

Rockville Civic Center Park Box offi ce: 240-314-8690 603F. Edmonston Scott Drive, Rockville, Fitzgerald MD 20851 www.rockvillemd.gov/theatre Theatre

Great Performances in the Neighborhood

Baltimore-Washington Academy of Rockville Brass Band presents Irish Culture presents “BOGtoberfest” “Brass and Voices at the Movies” Friday, October 15 at 7pm Sunday, November 24 at 3 pm Tickets $24 Tickets: Adults $10 | Seniors $7 | Students $5

Victorian Lyric Opera Company presents A Holiday Festival at “From Paris to Vienna” Rockville Civic Center Park October 8 - 10 Saturday, December 18, 2021 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. Friday & Saturday at 8 pm Ticket Prices for 17 Years of Age and Under: Sunday at 2 pm $8 Rockville Resident | $10 Non-Rockville Resident. Tickets: Adults $28 | Seniors $24 | Students $20 Adults 18+Free

Rockville Little Theatre presents “Rumors” Rockville Civic Ballet presents September 24 - 26 and October 1 - 3 “The Nutcracker” Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm December 4 - 12 Sundays at 2 pm Saturdays at 2 pm & 7:30 pm Tickets: Adults $22 | Seniors & Students $20 Sundays at 2 pm Tickets: Adults $17 | Seniors & Children under 12 $13 Rockville Musical Theatre presents “On the Town” Washington Balalaika Society October 29 – 31 and November 5 - 7 Fall Concert Fridays & Saturdays at 8 pm Saturday, November 20 at 8 pm Sundays at 2 pm Tickets: Adults $25 | Seniors $20 | Students $15 | Children Tickets: Adults $25 | Seniors & Students $23 under 13 no charge

Murder at the Mansion presents Rockville Concert Band presents “Murder on the Oriental Rug” Fall Concert Series November 5 – 7 Sunday, October 17 at 3 pm Friday & Saturday at 8 pm Sunday, November 21 at 3 pm Sunday at 2 pm Sunday, December 19 at 3 pm Tickets: Individual $35 | Pair (when purchased together) $60 No tickets required; $5 suggested donation. Optional Mission BBQ Buffet: $20 per person (90 minutes before show) At Glenview Mansion

Ticketing Made Easy! You can purchase all of your tickets online by visiting us at www.rockvillemd.gov/theatre • Box offi ce is open Tues.-Sat., 2-6 p.m. and two hours prior to ticketed shows.

Page 48 | Main Rec. Line: 240-314-8620 FREQUENTLY USED FACILITIES AND PARKS

1. Beall ES, 451 Beall Ave. 20850 23. Montrose Com. Ctr., 451 Congressional Ln. 20852 2. Broome Gym and Park, 751 Twinbrook Pkwy. 20851 24. Monument Park, 550 Maryland Ave. 20850 3. Calvin Park, 1248 Gladstone Dr. 20851 25. Potomac Woods Park, 1380 Stratton Dr. 20854 4. City Hall, 111 Maryland Ave. 20850 26. Pump House Com. Ctr., 401 S. Horners Ln. 20850 5. Civic Ctr. Park, 603 Edmonston Dr. 20851 28. Richard Montgomery HS • F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre • Social Hall 250 Richard Montgomery Dr. 20850 • Glenview Mansion 29. Ritchie Park ES, 1514 Dunster Rd. 20854 • Croydon Creek Nature Center • Cottage • Rec. Serv. Bldg. 30. Robert Frost MS, 9201 Scott Dr. 20850 6. College Gardens ES, 1700 Yale Pl. 20850 31. Rockcrest Ballet Ctr., 1331 Broadwood Dr. 20851 7. College Gardens Park, 615 College Pkwy. 20850 32. Rock Terrace School, 390 Martins Ln. 20850 8. Croydon Creek Nature Ctr., 852 Avery Rd. 20851 33. Rockville Skate Park (at Welsh Park), 355 Martins Ln. 20850 9. David Scull Park, 1131 First St. 20850 34. Rockville Fencing Academy, 15221 Display Ct. 20850 10. Dogwood Park, 800 Monroe St. 20850 35. Rockville High School. 2100 Baltimore Road. 20851. 11. Elwood Smith Com. Ctr., 601 Harrington Rd. 20852 36. Rockville Senior Ctr., 1150 Carnation Dr. 20850 12. Fallsmead ES, 1800 Greenplace Ter. 20854 37. Rockville Swim and Fitness Center, 13. Hillcrest Park, 1150 Crawford Dr. 20850 355 Martins Ln. 20850 14. Julius West MS, 651 Great Falls Rd. 20850 38. Rockville Town Square, 200 E. Middle Ln. 20850 15. Kicks Karate Rockville, 800 Pleasant Dr., 39. Sofive Soccer Center, 1008 Westmore Ave. 20850 Suite #140, 20850 40. The School of Music, 1331 Rockville Pk. 20850 16. King Farm Park, 401 Watkins Pond Blvd. 20850 41. Thomas Farm Com. Ctr., 700 Fallsgrove Dr. 20850 17. Lakewood ES, 2534 Lindley Ter. 20850 41. Thrive Yoga, 1321-B Rockville Pk. 20852 18. Lincoln Park Com. Ctr./Isreal Park, 357 Frederick Ave. 20850 43. Twinbrook ES, 5911 Ridgway Ave. 20851 19. Mark Twain Park, 14501 Avery Rd. 20853 44. Twinbrook Com. Rec. Ctr. 12920 Twinbrook Pkwy. 20851 20. Maryvale ES/Park, 1000 First St. 20850 45. Welsh Park, 344 Martins Ln. 20850 21. Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park, 1800 Piccard Dr. 20850 46. Woodley Gardens Park, 900 Nelson St. 20850 22. Meadow Hall ES, 951 Twinbrook Pkwy. 20851 47. Xtreme Acro & Cheer, 14702 Southlawn Ln. 20850

www.rockvillemd.gov/registration | Page 49 Financial Assistance Rockville Youth Recreation Fund Documents Needed for

Ages 18 and younger Financial Assistance:

A limited amount of scholarships for program fees are available for Participants must provide proof of Rockville residency residents of the City of Rockville. The participant must pay $15 toward and verification of any of the following: each program fee, unless otherwise specified. The fund will cover the • balance of the fees, up to $100 maximum per person, per session (fall, Award letter from Maryland Dept. of Human Resources/ verifying winter, spring, summer); $150 maximum per youth for each camp Montgomery County Dept. of Social Services eligibility for Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA), Food Stamps session; $1,000 maximum per family, per year as funds permit. Any (SNAP), Transitional Emergency Medical and Housing Assistance remaining balance must be paid by the participant. Financial assistance (TEMHA). The letter must indicate eligibility period and names of must be applied for in-person at the time of registration. household members receiving benefits. In addition, qualified participants who enroll their child in a program that meets a childcare need and costs more than $115 per month are • Proof of Medical Assistance from Montgomery County Dept. eligible to apply for monthly financial aid assistance of up to $100 per of Social Services. Form to be received from county offices. month, with an additional cap of $1,000 per family, per year, as funds permit. The $15 fee is applicable to each month. This includes, but is • Proof participant resides in a shelter: Letter from shelter not limited to, preschool, after school and community center extended dated within a month of application and, if applicable, listing day programs. Summer camps are not included in this program. Applications for monthly scholarship assistance must be approved by • Proof of Rental Assistance – Public Housing, HUD Section the Superintendent of Recreation and must be applied for Rockville City 8 Housing, HOC (MPDU not accepted). This must be a current Hall with the Recreation Department bookkeeper. document which names the eligible tenants from the agency providing Limited financial assistance is available for Rockville residents, ages assistance. 19 and older, based on income. Please call 240-314-8620 for an appointment. • Supplemental Security Income – Document must be dated within one year of application.

DONATE TO THE Rockville Recreation Fund This scholarship fund provides financial assistance to those who would not otherwise be able to participate in our programs and activities.

If you would like to contribute, you may send a check, “add up” on your registration form or donate online at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration

Online Donation Course #s $25 – #2232 $50 – #2233 $75 – #2234 $100 – #2235 $250 – #2236 Click on Log in or Create account Enter your desired donation course number above Donations by check may be made out in any amount to Rockville Recreation Fund

Mail to: Rockville Department of Recreation and Parks Rockville Youth Recreation Fund Donation 111 Maryland Ave., Rockville, MD 20850

Page 50 | Main Rec. Line: 240-314-8620 n & Thank You! atio Par re ks ec F R o u Rockville Recreation and Parks Foundation e n ll i d has provided funding to help send kids v a k t

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provide team jerseys for track participants R and much more in 2020.

We are grateful for their support. To learn more about the Rockville Recreation and Parks Foundation visit www.rrpfi .org

Please send your tax deductible gift to: 200-B Monroe Street Rockville, MD 20850 Help Send a Kid www.rrpfi.org to Camp! 240-314-8867

Rockville Recreation and Parks Name:______Foundation is a 501(c)3 organization established to provide support such as: Address:______

• scholarship funds for the Rockville Email:______Youth Recreation Fund • equipment, including electronic Phone:______scoreboards, wall pads, inflatable movie screen and more • free swim lessons for eligible participants This gift in in honor/memory of:______• field renovations and improvements at Mattie J.T. Stepanek Park ______and Dogwood Park www.rockvillemd.gov/registration | Page 51 We’re here to help you connect, create and celebrate life in Rockville. We contribute to a Connect high quality of life by connecting citizens and visitors of Rockville with exceptional parks and extraordinary recreational opportunities. Create These services provide the foundation for physical, social, economic and environmental Celebrate viability and the well-being of the community. Welcome to Rockville Recreation and Parks.

Recreation and Parks Mission Statement Our mission is to nurture community connections. We strive to be the place to make lifelong memories as you live, work, play and thrive. We contribute to a high quality of life by connecting citizens and visitors of Rockville with exceptional parks and extraordinary recreational opportunities. These services provide the foundation for physical, social, economic and environmental viability and the well-being of the community.

Satisfaction Guarantee The Department of Recreation and Parks is committed to providing quality programs and facilities. If you are unhappy with a program, we want to know! We will suggest another program to try, or if you prefer, we will give you a credit. That’s our Customer Satisfaction Guarantee to you.

Page 52 | Main Rec. Line: 240-314-8620 Inclement Weather Policy The City of Rockville works diligently to keep residents safe and informed during inclement weather or an emergency situation. When weather has the possibility of affecting a city program, meeting or facility, every attempt is made to maintain standard operations throughout the city. Decisions about whether to cancel morning programs or close facilities will be made by 8 a.m. with an update at 9 a.m. A decision on afternoon and evening programs will be made at 1:30 p.m. with an update at 4 p.m. Bridget Donnell Newton, Mayor Recreation Programs Councilmembers Monique Ashton, Beryl L. Feinberg, If Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) close for the day or David Myles, Mark Pierzchala have a two-hour delay, morning recreation programs will be cancelled. Call 240-314-5023, the Information Line, for updates. Robert DiSpirito, City Manager Tim Chesnutt, Director of Recreation and Parks Sports Leagues Chris Henry, Deputy Director of Recreation and Parks Call 240-314-5055, the sports weather information line for updates on Andy Lett, Superintendent of Recreation leagues. Steve Mader, Superintendent of Parks and Facilities

Swim and Fitness Center Students can visit the Swim and Fitness Center website at www.rockvillemd.gov/swimcenter for updates and to sign up for alerts and the facility newsletter, where you will receive information Keep in touch! regarding facility closures and program cancellations. Students can also call 240-314-8750 to get specific up-to-date information for each General Information Lines: weather event. In the absence of any notice, students should assume Childcare, Classes, Recreation Programs...... 240-314-8620 programs are held as scheduled and the facility is open. Parks and Facilities Maintenance...... 240-314-8700 Park and Picnic Rentals...... 240-314-8660 Recreation and Parks Administration ...... 240-314-8600 Rockville Skate Park...... 240-314-8620 TTY (City Hall) ...... 240-314-8137 Individuals with Disabilities Recorded Weather Information Lines: We encourage individuals with disabilities to register and Childcare/Rec. Programs (Info. Line)...... 240-314-5023 participate in Rockville recreation programs. To adequately plan for a successful and rewarding experience, contact us Special Events Line (Info. Line) ...... 240-314-5022 via email at [email protected]. We ask that you Sports Line (Info. Line)...... 240-314-5055 inform us prior to the activity start date. Ample time is needed to secure auxiliary services and aides. For additional therapeutic Rockville Civic Center Park: program opportunities, contact Montgomery County Department of Recreation at 240-777-6870; TTY 240-777-6974. Upon request, Art Gallery...... 240-314-8682 this publication will be made available in alternate formats by contacting the ADA Coordinator at 240-314-8108; TTY 240-314-8137. Glenview Mansion...... 240-314-8660 F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre Box Office...... 240-314-8690 We Are Now Accepting Civic Center (Directions Line)...... 240-314-5004 Medical Assistance! City of Rockville residents receiving medical assistance through Recreation Centers: Montgomery County are now eligible to receive financial assistance Croydon Creek Nature Center...... 240-314-8770 from City of Rockville’s Recreation Fund for their children. Please call 240-314-8620 for more information. Lincoln Park Community Center...... 240-314-8780 Thomas Farm Community Center...... 240-314-8840 City Parks are Smoke-Free Rockville’s Mayor and Council voted to expand the city’s smoke-free Twinbrook Community Rec. Center...... 240-314-8830 area rules to include all city facilities and parks. Rockville Swim and Fitness Center...... 240-314-8750 Rockville Senior Center...... 240-314-8800 Senior Center (Directions Line)...... 240-314-5019

www.rockvillemd.gov/registration | Page 53 Online Recreation Registration Info Registration System CivicRec, powered by Rec1, our online registration system, Registration Begins: allows you to easily create an account, search, register, pay Tuesday, Aug. 3 for Senior Center members and programs listed in the for activities and leagues, view memberships and manage Adults 60+ Recreation and Services Guide, profiles on any computer, tablet or smart phone. Thursday, Aug. 5 for general and nonmembers 8:30 a.m. by mail, fax, Visit www.rockvillemd.gov/registration. and online. Registration Deadlines: • The registration deadline for all activities is two weeks prior to the start of the class unless otherwise noted. • Late registrations will be accepted if space is available. • Programs may be canceled if registration is insufficient. If a program is canceled, we will contact you. You may then select an alternate program, request a credit or a refund. How to Register

Registration Form and Payment: 1. Online: • Complete the registration form. You may combine recreation at www.rockvillemd.gov/registration. activity fees in one check, made payable to the City of Rockville. Note: $35 returned check charge. 2. Mail or Fax to: • Visa and MasterCard are accepted for payment. Rockville City Hall, Dept. of Rec. And Parks 111 Maryland Avenue 20850 Credits and Refunds: Fax: 240-314-8659 • If staff cancels a class, refunds will automatically be issued. Rockville Swim and Fitness Ctr. • Our programs require advanced planning and purchase of 355 Martins Lane 20850 supplies to provide a quality experience, therefore requests Fax: 240-314-8759 for a refund or credit must be submitted in writing to the program supervisor at least seven days in advance of the start Rockville Senior Ctr. of the program, unless otherwise specified. Send email to 1150 Carnation Drive 20850 [email protected]. Less than seven days prior Fax: 240-314-8809 to the start of a program, requests for a refund or credit will be considered if accompanied by proper medical or Croydon Creek Nature Ctr. other requested documentation. Proration and administrative 852 Avery Road 20851 fees apply. Fax: 240-314-8779 • The following administrative fees are charged for Lincoln Park Community Ctr. issuing a refund or credit: programs/classes $15; childcare 357 Frederick Avenue 20850 $50; camps $50 within two weeks of camp; senior programs Fax: 240-314-8789 $15; sports teams $100; individual sports participants $15; swim $15; teens $15. A credit will be applied to your City Thomas Farm Community Ctr. of Rockville account for registrations under $20 (exceptions: 700 Fallsgrove Drive 20850 nature, senior, swim and teen programs). Fax: 240-314-8849 • We are committed to providing quality programs and facilities. If you are unhappy with our services, please contact us. We Twinbrook Community Recreation Ctr. will suggest another program to try, or if you prefer, will give 12920 Twinbrook Parkway 20851 you a full credit or refund your money. That’s our “Customer Fax: 240-314-8839 Satisfaction Guarantee.” 3. Walk-In: Transfers: We are not taking Requests are subject to availability. Requests must be in writing. in-person registrations at Send email to [email protected]. Registrations cannot this time. Call 240-314-8620 be transferred from one registrant to another due to wait lists. for information. Note: $25 fee is assessed for child care programs. Rate Key: Prices are listed as: Use your smart phone for quick Resident (R), Nonresident (NR) access to our website. Member (M), Nonmember (NM)

Page 54 | Main Rec. Line: 240-314-8620 Registration Form | Formulario de inscripción *Required Info | Info Requerida Check here if this is a new address, phone number or email address. Marque aquí si esta es una dirección nueva. teleefono o dirección de correo Please print. This form may be copied. electrónico. Por favor imprima. Esta formulario puede ser reproducido. Contact Information | Información del contacto

Last Name | Apellido* First Name | Nombre* Birthday | Fecha de nacimiento (mm/dd/yy)* Email*

Address | Dirección* City | Ciudad* State | Estado* Zip | Código postal*

Home Phone | Teléfono de Casa* Work Phone | Teléfono de Trabajo Cell Phone | Celular Emergency Contact | Contacto de Emergencia For participants under 18 | Participante menor de edad

Name | Nombre* Relationship | Relación* Phone | Teléfono* Grade Fees* How to Register Participant’s Name (Last, First) Birthday (mm/dd/yy) Sex Activity Name Activity Number School Attending Grado Costo* Apellido y Nombre del Participante Fecha de Nacimiento (mm/dd/yy) Sexo Nombre de la Actividad Número Escuela a la que asiste

Rec Fund | Fondo de rec.: $______Sr. Ctr. Mem | Centro de Ancianos: $______Multi-Course Discount | Descuento por asistencia a varios cursos : $______$10______$25______$50______Other $______Contribution to Recretion Fund Youth Scholarship | Contribución adicional al Fondo de recreación: $______Processed by: Date Processed: Total Paid: $ Total Amount Due: Cantidad Total: Program Modifications: Participants with disabilities should contact our office prior to activity. Payment | Pago

Name on Card | Nombre en la tarjeta Credit Card Number | Número en la Tarjeta de Crédito Security Code | Código de Seguridad Expiration Date | Fecha de Expiración

Payer Address (If different than above) Dirección del Pagador (si es diferente que la de arriba)

Visa | Mastercard | Cash | Check #______City | Ciudad State | Estado Zip | Código Postal

Cardholder Signature | Firma del Dueño de la Tarjeta

Release, Waiver, Assumption of Risk and Consent | Descargo y exención de responsabilidad, asunción de riesgos y consentimiento Participation in the program may be a hazardous activity. Participant should not participate in the program unless participant is in good physical shape and is medically able. Participant (or parent or guardian on behalf of a minor child participant) assumes all risks associated with participation in this program, including but not limited to, those generally associated with this type of program, the hazards of traveling on public roads, of accidents, of illness, and of the forces of nature. In consideration of the right to participate in the program and in further consideration of the arrangement made for the participant by the Mayor and Council of Rockville through its Department of Recreation and Parks for food, travel, and recreation, the participant, his or her heirs, and executors, or a parent or guardian on behalf of a minor child participant, agrees to release and indemnify the Mayor and Council of the City of Rockville and all of its agents, officers and employees, from any and all claims for injuries or loss of any person or property which may arise out of or result from participation in the program. The participant (or the parent or guardian on behalf of a minor child participant) grants permission for a doctor or emergency medical technician to administer emergency treatment of the participant and consents to the City’s use of photographs taken or videotapes made of the program that include the participant. Neither the instructor nor any of the staff are responsible for participants prior to or after the scheduled program. By providing your email address you are agreeing to sign up for the Rockville & Recreation and Parks mailing list to receive email updates about our programs. All information collected will be used in accordance with the City of Rockville privacy policy. You may withdraw your consent at any time. By my participation in a City of Rockville, Department of Recreation and Parks program and/or entering a facility, I agree to follow all posted and/or published rules and staff member’s instructions. Violation may result in removal from the program and/or suspension from the facility.

Participación en el programa puede ser una actividad peligrosa. Participante no debe participar en el programa a menos que el participante está en buena forma física y es médicamente capaz. Participantes (o padre o tutor en nombre de un participante menor de edad) asume todos los riesgos asociados con la participación en este programa, incluyendo pero no limitado a, los generalmente asociados con este tipo de programa, los riesgos de viajar en las vías públicas, de accidentes, de enfermedad y de las fuerzas de la naturaleza. Teniendo en cuenta el derecho a participar en el programa y en consideración del acuerdo por el participante por el Alcalde y Consejo de Rockville a través de su Departamento de recreación y parques para comida, viajes y recreación, el participante, sus herederos y ejecutores, o un padre o tutor en nombre de un hijo menor de edad pudiera derivarse de o como resultado de la participación en el programa. El participante (o el padre o tutor en nombre de un participante menor de edad) concede el permiso de un médico o un técnico médico de emergencia administrar tratamiento de urgencia de la participante y consiente al uso de la ciudad de fotografías o videos del programa que incluyen al participante. Ni el instructor ni ninguno de el personal es responsable de los participantes antes o después del programa. Al participar en un programa de la Ciudad de Rockville, el Departamento de Recreación y Parques y / o ingresar a un centro, acepto seguir todas las normas publicadas y / o publicadas y las instrucciones del miembro del personal. La violación puede resultar en la eliminación del programa y / o la suspensión de la instalación.

* Signature of Participant/Guardian | Firma del participante/tutor ______Main Line | Línea principal: 240-314-8620 • www.rockvillemd.gov/recreation • Fax: 240-314-8659 City of Rockville • 111 Maryland Ave., Rockville, MD 20850 www.rockvillemd.gov/registration | Page 55 PRESORTED City of Rockville STANDARD 111 Maryland Avenue U.S. POSTAGE PAID Rockville, Maryland 20850-2364 SUBURBAN, MD PERMIT NO. 63

Rocktobierfest BEER & MUSIC

Hosted by Rockville Mayor and Council Saturday, Oct. 2 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Rockville Town Center

240-314-8620 www.rockvillemd.gov/Rocktobierfest