Abington Township Parks & Recreation 2014 Spring & Summer Activities Guide

LOOK INSIDE FOR: Pool Information Day Trips Youth Programs Summer Programs Adult Programs Special Events Briar Bush Programs Park Information and more!

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 215-576-5213 OR GO TO: WWW.ABINGTON.ORG/PARKSREC Developing individual worth and family unity through recreation. GENERAL INFORMATION Discount Summer Amusement Park Tickets Table of Contents...... The Bureau’s main office offers discount tickets for sale to many of the local amusement parks. Adventure Aquarium, Baltimore General Information Page 2 Aquarium, Busch Gardens, Dorney Park, Hershey Park, Morey’s Registration Information Page 3 Pier, PA Renaissance Fair, Philadelphia Zoo, Six Flags Great Youth Programs Page 4-14 Adventure, Sesame Place and many more... Abington PAL Page 15 A complete list of participating parks and savings is available at Special Events Page 15 the main parks office, on our website or give us a call to check on the rates and availability. The Bureau accepts cash, Visa and Day Trips Page 16-17 Master Card for the tickets. *Sorry - no checks.* Adult Programs Page 18 Discount Movie Passes ARCATs Seniors Program Page 19 REGAL ENTERTAINMENT VIP MOVIE PASSES Alverthorpe Park Information Page 21 $8.00 per ticket Briar Bush Nature Center Page 22-25 On sale at the Alverthorpe Manor and Ardsley Community Center! Pool Membership Information Page 28-30 Tickets are valid at Regal Cinemas, United Artist Theaters, and Edwards Theaters. Some restrictions apply to new releases. We Vacations by Travel Authority Page 26 accept cash, Visa, and Master Card. *Sorry - no checks.* Athletic Organizations Page 20 Photo Policy Facilities Page 27 On occasion we may take photos or video of Rental Information Page 21, 27 individuals enrolled in programs or using parks facilities. Please Registration Forms Page 30, 31 be aware that these images are for department use and may be used in future promotional materials. If you do not want you/ your child to be photographed please make the instructor/ photographer aware, and also speak to your child about not Abington Parks and Recreation posing for photos. Alverthorpe Manor Office Facebook 515 Meetinghouse Road Abington Township has a facebook account that you can like to Jenkintown, PA 19046 learn more information on programs and events in Abington. Monday - Friday 8:00 am to 4:00 pm Go to the link below, “like” the page and get updates. www.facebook.com/AbingtonTownship ABINGTON TOWNSHIP PARKS & RECREATION STAFF

DIRECTOR BRIAR BUSH NATURE CENTER Douglas J. Wendell http://www.briarbush.org [email protected] DIRECTOR OF BBNC SUPERINTENDENT OF RECREATION Greta Brunschwyler Andrew Oles [email protected] SR. NATURALIST, BBNC Mark Fallon SUPERINTENDENT OF PARKS Nick Wolos DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC PROGRAMS, BBNC Tesha Omeis RECREATION SUPERVISOR - ACEC Joan Sweeney DIRECTOR OF DEVELOPMENT, BBNC [email protected] Karen Serfass RECREATION SUPERVISOR - ALVERTHORPE PARK ENVIRONMENTAL EDUCATOR, BBNC Jessica Tholey Ehren Gross, Katie Fisk [email protected]

It is the goal of the Bureau of Parks & Recreation to provide essential park and recreation facilities and organized programs to enhance the quality of life for the people who live in Abington Township. VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.ABINGTON.ORG/PARKSREC/ -2- REGISTRATION INFORMATION Registration Policy Mail In Registrations Please complete the registration form on PAGE 31. You General Recreation programs: will be considered registered for a program only after the Abington Parks & Recreation proper forms and fees are received by the Bureau , before 515 Meetinghouse Road the stated deadline. Registrations without accompanying Jenkintown, PA 19046 fees will not be accepted. Please note that there are some (215) 576-5213 programs which require REGISTRATION IN PERSON. If you mail in a registration for an “in person” program, the Ardsley Community Center programs: registration will be entered at the end of the work day. Ardsley Community Center 2828 Spear Avenue RECEIPTS needed for taxes or child care credit must Ardsley, PA 19038 be requested at the time of payment. Receipts will not be (215) 576-1630 provided after the initial transaction. Briar Bush Nature Center programs: Register Early Please register online at: www.briarbush.org Low enrollment is the number one cause of cancelled BBNC Address programs and trips. Registration is taken on a first-come- 1212 Edgehill Road first-served basis. We reserve the right to cancel any trip, Abington, PA 19001 program, or activity due to insufficient registration. If a (215) 887-6603 class/trip does not have sufficient registration one week prior to the beginning of the program it will be cancelled. Don’t wait until the last minute to register! Cancellation of a Program Weather or other conditions may force us to cancel or Payment for Program/Trip postpone a program. The Bureau will make every effort Payment is due at the time of registration. You may to make the decision as early as possible. Once a decision pay by Visa, Master Card, Discover, debit card, cash or has been made the information will be available through check. Checks should be made payable to: “ABINGTON www.RainedOut.com. As a general rule, if Abington TOWNSHIP”. All returned checks will be assessed a fee of School District has closed the schools, Abington Parks $25.00. If it is a Briar Bush Nature Center program (pages and Recreation programs will also be cancelled. If there 22-25), please visit their website: www.briarbush.org. is any question about the status of a program, please call the office at 215-576-5213 and choose option #3. You will not receive a confirmation. For most programs you will only be notified if there is a problem with your www.RainedOut.com delivers timely alerts directly registration. to your mobile phone as SMS text messages or to your email account. You will not receive any spam or Separate checks are encouraged. Why Separate Checks? unsolicited content - all messages will be sent from List all participants in the family on one form but send a Abington Parks & Recreation. (a small ad is displayed separate check for each program. With a single check, one at the bottom of each message) or more programs may be full and the entire registration is held until we receive proper payment. Classes may fill To receive up to date cancellation information on before we can resolve the problem. Separate checks are for all Abington Parks & Recreation Programs text your benefit. AbingtonParks to 84483. To receive email alerts, please visit the Rained Out website to register. Refund Policy There is no fee for joining or receiving alerts. Standard text There are no make-ups, pro-rating, or refunds for missed messaging rates do apply. classes/trips. A 20% service fee will be charged for all refund requests, including pools. Requests must be made at least Non-Resident Policy A Non-Resident is anyone not residing within the five (5) business days before a program / thirty (30) days boundaries of Abington Township. Non-Residents may before a trip is scheduled to begin / two (2) weeks before be charged a higher fee when registering for a program. the opening date of the pools. There will be no service fee Non-Residents may be assigned a delayed starting if the refund amount is applied to a future program or the registration day. If this policy is being applied it will be program is cancelled by the Township. Refunds will not be noted in the description of the program. issued once the program begins. The Abington School Board of Directors assumes no responsibilities for the opinions, information, and possible typographical errors and omissions, etc., that may be reflected in this publication.

VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.ABINGTON.ORG/PARKSREC/ -3- YOUTH PROGRAMS Kinderland Camp This program is open to 4 and 5 year old children. Activities such as music, arts & crafts, and special guests will be held at Alverthorpe Park and the Ardsley Community Education Center.

The first session will begin at both sites on Monday, June 23th and run for three weeks until Friday, July 11th. The second session will begin on Monday, July 14th and end on Friday, August 1st.

Abington Township residents may begin registration for both sites and sessions in person at the Bureau of Parks and Recreation’s main office in Alverthorpe Manor on Tuesday, May 6th at 9:00 AM. Non-residents may begin registration on May 13th. Summer Playground Program Location: ACEC or Alverthorpe Park This program is open to Abington Township children ages Ages: 4 and 5 year olds 6-12. The program will be offered at two locations (Penbryn Date: Session I - June 23 - July 11, 2014 and Crestmont Parks). Activities will include sports, arts Session II - July 14- August 1, 2014 & crafts, games, special events, and field trips. There is no Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon program at each site on days when a field trip is scheduled. Cost: $110 R / $160 NR (per Session) Each site will operate from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Monday through Friday. Supervision will NOT be available for early drop-offs or late pick-ups. Abington Township Residents may begin registration in person at the Bureau of Parks & Recreation’s main office in Alverthorpe Manor starting on Tuesday, April 22nd, at 5:00 p.m. Non-Residents may begin registration on May 7th. Only one family registration per person.

Location: Penbryn or Crestmont Park Ages: 6 to 12 years old Date: June 23 - August 1, 2014 Time: 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Cost: $350 R / $450 NR

Art and Nature Camp Visit Abington Art Center and create art inspired by guided Babysitting Workshop tours of the grounds by our professional artist. Our Camps This certification course provides teens with the confidence are designed for kids who love to make art! This is a great and skills to care for youngsters. Prospective employers will opportunity to spend the time you need fine-tuning your be happy to hire babysitters who have acquired this official skills and learning new ideas, techniques and processes. Our recognition. Upon completion of the course, you will receive skilled instructors wiill teach painting, drawing,sculpture, an ARC Certification Card, an informational CD-ROM, as well printmaking, bookmaking and more. Limit 15 kids pers session. as child care concepts. You must attend the entire course, pass the evaluations, and show the maturity to properly care for Location: Abington Art Center Pavilion children. Please bring a lunch, snack, pen & notebook. Ages: 7 to 12 years old Date: Session I August 4-8, 2014 Location: Ardsley Community Center Session II August 11-15, 2014 Ages: 11 to 15 years old Session III August 18-22, 2014 Date: Saturday July 12, 2014 Session IV August 25-29, 2014 Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Time: 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Cost: $57 R / $65 NR Cost: Per session $100 R/ $110 NR

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Miss D’s Children In Motion Drama Camp “Children in Motion” is an arts program for the young (ages 7-12). If your dream is to act, sing, dance, and improvise, this program is for you!

The, director, Denise Germont-Risser, aka Miss “D”, is a nationally acclaimed children’s recording artist, vocal performer of many genres and musicals, music teacher, and drama director of endless amounts of plays. The final “show” will be performed on the gymnasium stage on the last day of the program. Families, friends, and the general public are welcome to attend. This educational yet fun summer program will keep Fencing Classes in Ardsley your child up on reading, social, memory, and public Fencing is a verebral and physical sport, often referred speaking skills. to as “physical chess”. The sport equally develops both physical and mental characteristics. Fencing includes This summers play: PEGGY THE PINT SIZED PIRATE. speed, coordination, strength, precision, endurance, and Peggy’s dreams are squelched by a bunch of unruly pirates inventiveness. All are useful for the natural development who laugh at her aspirations. She works hard to prove them of the children. It requires concentration, focus as well wrong and learns a valuable lesson in the mean time. as great discipline. In each class, students will warm-up through different games. They will be taught fencing Location: Ardsley Community Center techniques and will engage in fencing bouts with fellow Ages: 7 to 12 years old students. Students may use the coach’s equiipment. 3 age Date: June 23-27, 2014 group classes to available. Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM Cost: $170 R / $180 NR Location: Ardsley Community Center Please pack a lunch, drink and snack.No skirts or flip-flops. Dates: Thursday’s Session I 2/27/14 - 4/17/14 Session II 4/24/14 - 6/12/14 Times: Mousketeers 4&5 y.o 4:45 PM-5:30 PM “Glee”/Vocal Performance Summer Camp $80R/$90NR Does your child aspire to be a ROCK STAR, a BROADWAY Little Fencers 6 to 10 y.o 5:30 PM-6:30 PM actor/singer, future GLEE star? Well then, this is the CAMP $90R/$100NR for you! Fencers 11 y.o and up 6:30 PM-8:00 PM $100R/$110NR Your child’s deepest wishes will come true as they are *Participants will need to purchase their own glove guided by Denise Germont-Risser (director, vocal coach), to perform solos, back up and monologues in a Coffee House setting with real microphones and a cool ambiance

Beginners Archery Location: Ardsley Community Center Would your child like to learn an exciting new skill? Ages: 10 to 15 years old Beginners Archery is a great way to develop self confidence Date: July 7-11, 2014 and learn to enjoy friendly competition. Bows and arrows Time: 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM will be provided. Cost: $120 R / $130 NR

Location: Ardsley Community Center Please bring lunch! Ages: 12 to 15 year olds Date: TBA Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30 PM Please check our website for dates and cost

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Aikido At Ardsley Little Ninjas Aikido teaches self-defense using techniques of evasion, The Little Ninjas curriculum consists of developing eight immobilization, and redirection to avoid an attack and major skills that are necessary for participation in any sport or then control the attacker. Students will learn to use the activity. They are focus, team work, control, balance, memory, opponent’s force by neutralizing the aggressor’s actions. discipline, fitness and coordination. In the Little Ninjas Self-defense, coordination, physical fitness, and confidence class learning is fun. Uniforms may be purchased from the are all reasons to study Aikido. Children’s classes are open instructor. For children ages 4 to 6. to all skill levels. Location: Ardsley Community Center Location: Ardsley Community Center Ages: 4 to 6 years old Dates: See AIKIDO DATES TIMES: 2014 Session III: March 17- May 9 2014 Tuesdays 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM (Sess. III, IV, V) 2014 Session IV: May 12- July 4 2014 Wednesdays 6:00PM to 6:30 PM (Sess. III,IV) 2014 Session V: July 7 - August 29 2014 Thursdays 6:00 PM to 6:30 PM (Sess. III, IV, V) Cost: $50 R / $60 NR (per Session) TIMES Children’s Classes (ages 7 to 12 years): Wednesday 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (Sess. III, IV) Black Belt Club Already taking Aikido? Want to train more seriously? Tuesday 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (Sess. III, IV, V) Attend all the classes you want! Thursday 6:30 PM to 7:30 PM (Sess. III, IV, V) If your goal is a black belt, this extra training will accelerate Adult Classes (12 years+): your Aikido skills! Tuesday 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM (Sess. III, IV, V) Thursday 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM (Sess. III, IV, V) Location: Ardsley Community Center Wednesday 7:30 PM to 8:30 PM (Sess. III, IV) Ages: All Ages Dates: See AIKIDO Cost: $45 R / $65 NR (per Session) Cost: $80 R / $95 NR

NEW NEW I9Sports Cheerleading Camp Little Tumblers This camp teaches young athletes all the essential This non-competitive program is designed for preschool to skills to guide the crowd to root on the home team. kindergarten-aged children to learn the introductory skills I9Sports Cheer Camp will ensure that each camper of gymnastics. These skills include forward and backward will learn cheers, chants, dances and stunts(non rolls, cartwheels and headstands. The children will quickly dangerous). The cheerleaders will also learn impor- gain confidence while learning to walk and other small skills tant life skills such as teambuilding and leadership, across balance beams. With plenty of praise for their efforts and how much fun it is to be a cheerleader!!! The during class time, there is no doubt your child will want to week concludes with a performance demonstrating show everyone their new talent! On the eighth week, each what they learned for their parents/guardians. Each child will receive a ribbon for their achievements. Children participant will receive an official i9 Cheerleading are strongly encouraged to dress comfortably; no jeans and Participant Shirt & Pom-Poms to keep. Each girl will hair pulled back. Water bottles are also encouraged. Socks are receive an i9 Participation Trophy following the week optional. Hurry, spaces limited! end performances and celebration! Each child should waear appropriate footwear. That includes sneakers Location: Ardsley Community Center or running shoes Ages: 3 to 5 year old girls and boys Date: Friday’s starting April 4th, 2014 (8 week session) Location: Alverthorpe Park Time: 6:00 PM-6:45 PM OR 7:00 PM-7:45 PM Ages: Girls 4 to 10 (Please choose one of the two class times) Dates:June 23-27, 2014 Cost: $90 R / $95 NR Time: 9:00 AM- 12:00 NOON Cost:$110 R/ $120 NR

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Frisbee Flying Fun Camp British Soccer Camp Frisbee Flying Fun Camp introduces boys and girls to an Challenger Sports British Soccer Camps array of skills and games related to Frisbee. Campers will Must register at www.challengersports.com learn a variety of ways to throw the Frisbee and also improve to claim free jersey! their catching skills. The sports of ultimate Frisbee, Frisbee We are pleased to welcome back Challenger Sports’ army of fully golf, flutterguts, and other Frisbee games will provide the qualified British Soccer Coaches to Abington Township during opportunity for campers to enjoy themselves as they learn the summer of 2014! Challenger Sports host the most popular these new games and activities. Instruction is provided by soccer camps in the USA coaching more than 120,000 young the Philadelphia Ultimate Camp, the area’s premier camp soccer players every summer. Challenger Sports’ experienced for Frisbee instruction (www.UltimateCamp.com). The soccer coaches have studied the game in great detail and have student to teacher ratio is 5:1. Frisbee Flying Fun Campers identified the key techniques, skills and tactics that all players will receive an official 175 gram Frisbee. need to work on in order to fulfil their true potential. Each day your child will learn about the cultural aspects of British Location: Alverthorpe Park Soccer, they will work on individual foot skills, technical and Ages: 7 to 14 years old tactical practices, small-sided games, coached scrimmages and Dates: July 7-11, 2014 the Challenger Sports World Cup tournament. Complete with Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon registration every child will receive a soccer ball, t-shirt, poster Cost: $87 R / $105 NR and evaluation. Register online at www.challengersports. com 45 days before your camp start date to receive a replica British Soccer jersey completely for free too!

There are three Session dates to choose from this summer: James Fox Basketball The James Fox Summer Basketball Program will be offered Session I: July 14th – 18th 2014 to children in grades 3 through 12. The information will Session II: August 4th – 8th 2014 be posted on Abington Parks & Recreation’s website: Session III: August 18th – 22nd 2014 www.abington.org/parksrec or you can contact the Parks & Recreation office at 215-576-5213. Registrants will be First Kicks-Age 3 contacted by the coach with the date of the first game. Games 9:00 AM-10:00 AM are scheduled monthly so check our website $95 R/ $115 NR Location: Alverthorpe Park Mini Soccer- Ages 4 to 5 Ages: 8 to 18 years old 10:30 AM-12:00 NOON Date: Begins Summer 2014 $110 R/ $125 NR Cost: $75 R / $85 NR Half Day-Ages 6 to 14 9:00 AM-12:00 NOON or 1:00 PM-4:00 PM $155 R/$175 NR

Full Day (must bring sac lunch)-Ages 6 to 14 9:00 PM-4:00 PM USA 123 Tennis Program $195 R /$225 NR This is a program for boys and girls ages 10 to 16 whose main interest is tennis. The program is offered Monday *Golden Goal Striker and Goal Keeper Clinic through Friday for one hour each day. The program Ages 8 to 14 begins June 24th and ends August 2nd. Instruction 9:00 AM-12:00 NOON will be held at Abington Junior High School. *$55 R/*$65 NR *The Golden Goal Striker and Goal Keeper Clinic is brand Location: Abington Junior High School new for 2014 and offers players the opportunity to come back Ages: 10 to 16 years old on Saturday morning to work on their Goal Keeping and/ or Date: June 23 - August 1, 2014 Striker skills and techniques to prepare them for the season Time: Beginner/Intermediate ahead. Players that wish to register for this session MUST 9:00 AM to 10:00 AM register for the half day or full day camp first. This is not Intermediate/Advanced available as a standalone session. 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM NEW Cost: $55 R / $83 NR **All registrations must go through** www.challengersports.com

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PonyShare Half-Day Horse Camp Does your child want more time in the saddle? Then PonyShare’s Half-Day Horse Camp is it! Children will spend between 60-90 minutes per day in the saddle and participate in various activities including games, sports, and hands-on horse related activities on a rotational basis. We will be able to concentrate on establishing basic riding skills on larger ponies. Petite Equestrian Program The PEP participants will learn safety on and around the ponies, grooming techniques, basic riding skills, and other primary horsemanship skills. While this is not a Horseback Riding lesson, per se, the program includes an exciting riding component where each child will ride during each lesson and learn how to properly mount, dismount, hold the reins and control the pony at the walk and a few steps of trot. Lessons aim to help develop confidence and motor-coordination skills while providing a supportive, fun, non-threatening environment. This is a participatory program for parents who so desire, and one may be asked occasionally to lend a hand. This program is the perfect preparation for private or semi-private lessons or any eager young aspiring Equestrian! Pony Grooming & Riding Program This unique program provides an exciting and inexpensive hands on introduction to the wonderful world of equines in a fun-filled and non-threatening atmosphere. After reviewing safety rules, material previously covered and learning new subject matter each small group works closely under the tutelage of a qualified and motivated counselor to learn horsemanship subject matters such as: Safety on and around horses, Basic Anatomy, Grooming, Equine Senses & Body Language, Riding Styles, and more! Groups are paired by size with a pony or cob and will get to ride or drive their charge during each session. This program enhances team work and self-esteem while helping develop a genuine appreciation and respect for the animals. Course materials are provided.

Location: Alverthorpe Park Picnic Pavilion (Entrance on Fox Chase Road) Ages: 3 to 13 years old Half-Day Horse Camp (ages 9 to 13) Date: July 14 - 17, 2014 Time: 9:30 AM to 1:30 PM Cost: $295 R / $305 NR Petite Equestrian Program (ages 3* to 6) Date: July 7 - 10, 2014 12:15 PM to 1:30 PM Cost: $185 R / $195 NR per Session *A parent or legal guardian must be present for children ages 3-6 Pony Grooming and Riding Program (ages 7 to 11) Date: July 7 - 10, 2014 10:00 AM to 12:00 NOON Cost: $220 R / $230 NR per Session

Participants should bring with them a bike (or riding) helmet and wear sturdy shoes or boots.

Need more information? Visit their website:

www.ponyshare.com

*In case of inclement weather Pony Share will make up time that Friday. If Friday is rained out, Pony Share will provide partial credit to participants.

VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.ABINGTON.ORG/PARKSREC/ -8- YOUTH PROGRAMS Crochet Class Beginners Crocheting is a wonderful skill to teach children. They get such joy and pride out of creating something of their own. Crochet projects also make great holiday gifts that children can cre- ate all by themselves! This class will introduce basic crochet techniques including slip knot,chain stitch, single and double crochet. Children will learn the beinning skills needed to read crochet patterns and create simple projects like pot holders, blankets, scarves and headbands. Please bring a size H crochet hook to all of the classes. Yarn is provided.

Location: Ardsley Community Center Ages: 8 to 15 years old Date: Thursday’s April 2- May 7 2014. Time: 6:30 PM-7:30 PM Skateboarding Camp Cost: $85 R / $93 NR Check out this awesome skate camp. This camp is especially for beginners who want to get comfortable in the skate park. You will learn tricks like ollie, kickflips, Summer Camp 360 flips, and how to ride the ramps. We also cover safety Location: Ardsley Community Center and practice new tricks every day! By the end of the clinic, Ages: 8 to 15 years old you will be able to show all of your friends. Bring your Date: July 14 - 18 2014 skateboard, helmet, protective gear, water, and get ready Time: 9:30 AM-11:00 AM for a ride. Helmet, elbow pads and knee pads are required. Cost: $90 R/ $98 NR

Location: Patrick Kerr Skate Park (in Roslyn Park) Ages: 7 to 12 years old Dates: Session I: June 23-27, 2014 Intermediate Crochet Class Session II: July 7-11, 2014 If you already know how to single crochet and double crochet Session III: July 21-25, 2014 but want to learn more this is the class for you! This class will Session IV: August 4-8, 2014 teach you how to read patterns, more advanced stiches and how Session V: August 18-22, 2014 to crochet in a round. Time: 9:00 AM to 11:30 AM Cost: $85 R / $95 NR Location: Ardsley Community Center Ages: 8 to 15 years old Date: Thursday’s May 29- July 3 2014 Time: 6:30 PM-7:30 PM Cost: $85 R / $93 NR

The Center for Parenting Information Ever wish there was somewhere you could turn with your parenting questions? The Center for Parenting Education offers programs to help parents do the best job they can in raising their children. Programs include Educational Workshops, Parent Discussion Groups, Personal Parenting Coaching, and even programs on-line! For more information, call the Center at 215-657-5720 or check out the website: www.CenterForParentingEducation.org

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Razzle Dazzle Robotics MAD SCIENCE NEW Children will build robots with sensors that control the Mad Machines & Jr. Engineers action on the computer screen. Build a robot puppet that Whether your child loves to build things or destroy them, this makes an animal dance on the screen. Build a magic wand week of camp includes lots of both! The junior Mad Science that makes amazing things happen on the computer. One Engineers will design and build Bridges and “Skyscrapers” shake of the wand and the computer does what you want and even construct a Geodesic Dome for all the campers to it to! sit inside! Then the machine madness starts...This journey Location: Ardsley Community Center will include many different machines, simple & complex, that Ages: 8 to 11 year olds we use in our daily lives. Campers will have fun building their Date: June 23-27, 2014 very own Catapults, Sonice Race Cars, and so much more to Time: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM take home from this Awesome Camp! This camp is a Sonic Cost: $136 R / $146 NR Blast!!! Create Your Own Video Games Children ages 8-11, will have fun and success working Location: Alverthorpe Park Bikehouse with 1-2 teamates as they creatively design, build and edit Ages: 6 to 12 years old their very own video games from scratch. What action Date: July 14 - 18, 2014 will take place? What are the objectives and outcomes? Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON Design the action and the characters. The children will Cost: $163 R / $173 NR feel a sense of power as the characters do what they want them to do. Location: Ardsley Community Center NEW Ages: 8 to 11 years old MAD SCIENCE Date: August 11-15, 2014 CSI: Radical Reactions & Detective Time: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM Cost: $136R / $146 NR Science Dream Business In this weeklong program campers will have tons of fun The children ages 8 - 11 will use 3D software to design mixing up potions & experimenting with all kinds of chemical and build a store for their dream business. Then we reactions! Our young chemists will grow crystals, create will stock the store with products from the warehouse, sidewalk chalk and even make chromatography T-shirts to and add a sign. Then we will create a commercial for take home. Students will also become science sleuths as they the store using digital movie making tools. Finally, we’ll investigate how chemistry provides evidence at the scene of have a Grand Opening for the store. a crime. During this hands-on detective work, children will Location: Ardsley Community Center gather & test “crime scene” clues, make & analyze their own Ages: 8 to 11 years old fingerprints, make Rainbow Stompers & much more! This Date: July 14-18, 2014 camp is Radical Dude! Time: 9:30 AM to 11:30 AM Cost: $136 R / $146 NR Location: Alverthorpe Park Bikehouse Ages: 6 to 12 year olds Date: August 4-8 2014 GeoVentures Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON The Wilderness Games Cost: $163R / $173 NR The Wilderness Games are about to begin and you have been chosen as the tribute to represent your District. In preparation, we’ll teach you to move stealthily through the forest, build natural shelters, camouflage yourself, navigate the outdoors, track one another, and pack essential gear among many other skills. If you enjoyed the Hunger Games Series then you will definitely enjoy this GeoVentures camp! Each day will include hands-on activities, discussion, and a team activity. Bring a water bottle and a healthy snack; wear comfortable shoes and dress for activity and the weather.

Location: Alverthorpe Park Bikehouse Ages: 10 to 14 years old Date: July 7-11, 2014 Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON Cost: $117 R / $127 NR VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.ABINGTON.ORG/PARKSREC/ -10- YOUTH PROGRAMS

GeoVentures NEW Geocaching Adventure Spy Training Are you the world’s next Super Spy? After assuming your new secret identity and being debriefed, your spy training will Shining Knights Chess Camp begin. It will include becoming an expert in the art of disguise, Spend a week playing and learning about chess from the code-breaking, surveillance, stealth and leaving no trace. As Silver Knights chess coaches! Our coaches are highly- a team, you and the other cadets will sove high-level crimes, rated professional chess instructors. We have taught tens navigate challenging obstical courses and try to discover of thousands of children, including the 2008 national the double-agent. After training, you’ll be ready to take on champions for first and second grade and the 2009 the world’s worst bad guys. Each day will include hands-on national kindergarten champion. Campers are broken activities, discussion and a team activity. Bring a water bottle up into groups by skill level, so we accept anyone from and a healthy snack. Wear comfortable shows and dress for total beginners up through experienced and highly-rated activity and the weather. tournament players. Each camper receives a T-shirt and Location: Alverthorpe Park Bikehouse a tournament-style chess set. Activities include learning Ages: 7 to 11 years old openings, tactics, endgames, studying master games, Date: June 23-27, 2014 playing games against fellow students, and analyzing the Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON students’ games. Campers will take periodic breaks for Cost: $115 R / $125 NR snacks and fresh air, and full-day campers have lunch and recess from 12:00 to 1:00 PM.

GeoVentures NEW Location: Ardsley Community Center Ages: 4 to 14 years old Safari Jr Camp Date: August 18-22, 2014 It’s a jungle out there and Junior Safari Exploreres are Times: Full Day - 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM heading out on an adventure to explore the outdoors and Morning Only - 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON the thrilling plants and animals that dwell there. Armed Afternoon Only - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM with your binoculars and magnifying glasses, campers Cost: Full Day $310 / Half Day $185 per person will work to answer some of the worlds biggest (and Please note Session Dates and AM or PM if signing up for smallest) questions. Campers will learn what to do when 1/2 days encountering wild animals, identify prints and tracks, go on exploratory hikes, nature scavenger hunts, and investigate how animals camouflage themselves pluse Shining Knights Chess Club much more. Are you ready to go on a Safari Adventure? Learn to play chess! Students of this program have Each day will include hands-on activities,discussion and competed in local, state, and national tournaments, a team activity. Bring a water bottle and a healthy snack. placing as high as 10th in the nation. Class time is evenly Wear comfortable shoes and dress for activity and the split between lesson and play. Lesson topics range from weather. learning the rules to advanced tournament strategies. During play time students are paired with opponents of Location: Alverthorpe Park Bikehouse similar skill levels for practice games. Ages: 6 to 10 years old Date: July 21-25, 2014 Location: Ardsley Community Center Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON Ages: 4 to 14 years old Cost: $115 R / $125 NR Dates: Thursdays, April 24- June 12, 2014 Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Cost: $100 R / $105 NR

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First Play Lacrosse Clinic Have great fun learning this exhilarating game. The USSI Lacrosse clinic is open to players of all ability and no previous Lacrosse experience is necessary, Sports Squirts Players can experience stick handling, passing, scooping, The US Sports Institute Sports Squirts Program introduces dodging, shooting and many more fundamental techniques children ages 3 to 5 to a variety of sports such as Soccer, and skills. Players will be grouped by age, playing ability T-Ball, Basketball, Lacrosse and Hockey, all taking place in and experience level. a safe structured environment ensuring learning is taking place. Activities are designed to evoke a child’s imagination in Location: Alverthorpe Park which they can Find Nemo, send Shrek into a spin or capture Ages: 5 to 12 years old jellyfish with Sponge Bob Square Pants. All activities promote Date: July 14-18, 2014 hand-eye coordination, movement and balance, and most Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON importantly fun, fun, fun! Cost: $155 R / $165 NR Location: Alverthorpe Park Ages: 3 to 5 years olds Dates: Session I - June 23-27, 2014 First Play Golf Clinic 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM Using a revolutionary new system, the USSI golf camp is Session II - July 7 - 11, 2014 the ideal way to introduce youngsters to the game of Golf. 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM Children will learn all the basic golf techniques such as the Session III - July 28-August 1, 2014 swing, grip and ball striking using unique and fun training 4:30 PM to 5:30 PM methods as well as doing team challenges and playing in Cost: $89 R / $99 NR per Session and Class our US Open Competition. Please note session and time on registration. Children will experience greater success using the larger balls and club heads which allows them to strike the ball more consistently and increase their confidence which will encourage them to continue to enjoy of the game of Golf!

Location: Alverthorpe Park Total Play Sports Camp Ages: 5 to 7 years old Experience over 15 different sports from around the world 7 to 10 years old with the US Sports Institute. All activities will take place in an Date: July 14-18, 2014 atmosphere which promotes good sportsmanship, teamwork, Times: 4:30 PM to 6:00 PM (5-7 y.o) and most of all fun! Campers will receive technical instruction 6:00 PM to 7:30 PM (7-10 y.o) in each sport then experience the sport in a realistic game Cost: $105 R / $115 NR situation as well as participating in the exciting USSI World Cup Competition. This is the only sports camp truly dedicated to children of all sporting abilities.

First Play Basketball Clinic Location: Alverthorpe Park US Sports Institute’s First Play Basketball is ideal for Ages: 5 to 14 years children who want to develop their skills in a relaxed and Dates: Session I - June 23-27, 2014 fun environment. The focus of USSI’s First Play Basketball Session II - July 7-11, 2014 is to improve technique and knowledge through a series of Session III - July 28 - August 1, 2014 fun basketball challenges and drills. Times: Age 5-12 years - 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM Age 5-12 years - 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM Location: Alverthorpe Park Age 6-12 years - 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM Ages: 5 to 12 years old Cost: Half Day MORNINGS $155 R / $165 NR Date: August 4-8, 2014 Half Day AFTERNOONS $105 R / $115 NR Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON Full Day $185 R / $195 NR Cost: $155 R / $165 NR Please note Session and Time on registration form.

VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.ABINGTON.ORG/PARKSREC/ -12- YOUTH PROGRAMS Summer Pottery Class This summer, come join us for a week working with Potteryworks pottery! Each day, campers will learn new hand-building and glazing techniques. Campers will learn and build new projects such as cartoon figures, flip flops, sea monsters, favorite foods, custom plates, and a project towards the end of the Pottery Class Workshop session of their own choosing. Working with clay is It’s Spring! Schedule some fun time for your children a very rewarding experience. Your kids will have the to play in the mud! Young artists will have fun opportunity to let their exploring their imagination, develop creativity and gain imagination soar as they learn to create wonderful works confidence all by working with clay. Each day, children of art. These projects will be taken back to the studio at will complete one project from beginning to end. Some the end of the week and fired in the kiln. Participants will of the projects we will be doing are favorite food, sea be able to pick them up approximately one week after monsters, custom plates,and a project towards the end camp is over. Each day, however, after the main project of the session that will allow your child to create a piece is completed and snack time is over the children will based on their own personal interests.These projects have the opportunity to play with Palmer Modeling clay. will be taken back to the studio at the end of the week They will make miniature pendants that they will be able and fired in the kiln. Participants will be able to pick to take home with them each day. We welcome all skill them upapproximately one week after camp is over. levels and abilities. All supplies are included and pieces We welcome all skill levels and abilities. All supplies are fired at the Pottery Works Mobile Studio. Glazes and are included and pieces are fired at the PotteryWorks clay are food safe and lead free. Please feel free to bring Mobile Studio. Glazes and clay are food safe and small snack, and drink . For additional information go to lead free. For additional information go to www. www.potteryworksmobile.com potteryworksmobile.com Location: Ardsley Community Center Location: Ardsley Community Center Ages: 6 and up Ages: 5 to 14 years old Date: August 11-15, 2014 Date: Friday’s May 2-23, 2014 Time: 9:00 AM to 12:00 NOON Time: 5 to 8 year olds - 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM Cost: $160 R / $170 NR 9 and up- 7:30 PM to 9:00 PM Cost: $68 R / $78 NR NEW Please note session and time on registration. Mother’s Day Gift Workshop Drop your child off for an evening of custom gift making for the special mom who does it all. Children will have the opportunity to work with clay as they learn basic hand-building and glazing techniques. There will be a variety of projects to choose from including custom plates, jewelry holders, flowers, or the choice to make what they want. We welcome all skill levels and abilities. All supplies are included and pieces are fired at the Pottery Works Mobile Studio. Glazes and clay are food safe and lead free. For additional information go

to www.potteryworksmobile.com

All projects will be ready for pickup on May 10th.

Location: Ardsley Community Center Ages: 6 and up Date: April 25th 2014 Time: 7:00 PM -8:30 PM Cost: $29R / $39 NR

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NEW Spring Fun Tennis Playful Chef A great 6 week outdoor Tennis Clinic for all level players, All children ages 6 to 12 are welcome to come play including beginners! Instruction for kids ages 6-16 in both and learn with the Playful Chef. This will be a week basics and drills designed to learn to play tennis or improve filled with cooking a desert and an entree, as well as their game, while having lots of fun! Organized games making a cooking related craft each day. All the food and match play, singles and doubles play! Taught by the and supplies for the week included. Please see the tennis professionals from “Tots-to-Teens Tennis website for more details about menu items. We can ac- Academy” commodate for most food allergies. www.theplayfulchef.com Location: Alverthorpe Park Tennis Courts Ages: 6 to 16 years old Location: Ardsley Comminity Center Dates: Saturdays, April 12 - May 17, 2014 Ages: 6 to 12 Times: Class 1: 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM Dates: July 21-25, 2014 Class 2: 10:30 AM to 12:00 NOON Time: 10:00 AM-11:30 AM Cost: $90 R / $105 NR Cost: $110.00 R/ $120.00 NR

The purpose of the Hershey’s Track and Field Program is to encourage physical fitness among youth and emphasize participation and sportsmanship.

Tots to Teens Tennis Program For more information on the Hershey’s Track & Field Games For the fourth year in a row, Tots To Teens Tennis instructors please visit Abington Township Parks & Rec’s website or call will be teaching Beginner and Intermediate Tennis for kids! our office (215) 576-5213. It is a great foundation for kids to learn: -Hand-eye coordination, strokes, movement drills, and sponsored by: games will be learned while having fun! -Developmental Training: Basic skills (forehand, backhand, volley, serve and scoring) are reinforced while players are learning to compete. Students will learn to hit the ball with consistency, allowing them to really start enjoying the game. Learn the fundamentals of the sport, including forehand, backhand, serve & volley, as well as basic offensive & defensive strategy. Instruction will be provided for Beginner & Intermediate players, as well as middle & high school Abington Community Website team players. For up to date information for community programs, events, and activities. Location: Alverthorpe Park Ages: 5 to 14 years old www.abingtonact.org Time: 9:00 AM to 10:30 AM Date: Session I: June 23-27, 2014 Redesigned Abington Community website Session II: July 7-11, 2014 Session III: July 21-25, 2014 with new Search feature and sign-up for Session IV: August 18-22, 2014 E-Alerts! Cost: $95 R / $110 NR per Session per Participant Please note Session on registration. Site provided by Abington Community Taskforce.

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St John of the Cross School located at 2741 Woodland Road, Roslyn PA Questions & Information: 267-536-1100 x1509 or e-mail [email protected] Alverthorpe Park Annual Egg Hunt Check www.abingtonpal.org for weekly activites, Location: Alverthorpe Park programs, online donations, & more! Ages: Pre-School to 4th grade Date: Saturday March 29, 2014 Open Most Fridays & Saturdays 7:00PM -11:00 PM (Rain or shine) For boys and girls ages 11 through High School Time: 10:00 AM (sharp!) Free activities and programs Cost: FREE Featuring spring tennis,3-on-3 basketball,golf,movie and game nights (Minute-to-Win-It, Jeopardy,Pictionary & Alverthorpe Park Parent-Child Trivia),arts & crafts, summer swimm nights and 0ff-site Miniature Golf Tournament trips and more. The Bureau of Parks and Recreation will be holding Coming in August: PAL Police Academy it’s annual Parent-Child Miniature Golf Tournament at Transportation in Shoreday Family or Sussman PAL Alverthorpe Park. Each child will register as a team with vans with pick up & drop off at Crestmont Park parking his/her parent. Each age group will have a maximum of lot across from Willow Grove Park Mall and in Ardsley at 18 teams. Registration is on a first come, first served Penn & Spear Avenues. basis. Please register at the Bureau’s main office or at the Alverthorpe Park Control Building by Friday, July 5th at 4:00 PM. PAL Dental Day Saturday, March 1, 10:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. 50 spots available. Boys and girls ages 6-18 are seen at local dental offices. Location: Alverthorpe Park Mini Golf FREE comprehensive Give Kids A Smile program includes Course dental checkup, X-rays, cleaning & sealant, and if necessary Ages: 6 to 11 years old filling cavities and extractions of baby teeth. Date: Friday, July 11, 2014 (Rain Date: 7/12/14) PAL Comedy Night at the Keswick Theatre Time: 7:30 PM Featuring Joe Conklin and The City of All-Stars of Comedy Cost: $12 per team Friday, March 28, 8:00 PM $25 General Admission—benefits Abington PAL programs for Township boys and girls. Alverthorpe Park presents: Tickets: Keswick Box Office 215.572.7650 or www. keswicktheatre.com Movie Under the Moon Location: Alverthorpe Park Family Bowling Night Pavilion Field Friday, April 4, 7:00-9:00 PM at Thunderbird Lanes, Willow Ages: All ages Grove Date: TBD $25/person or $100/lane for 5 Includes 2 hours of bowling, Time: Dusk food & drinks. Cost: FREE Experience a great family night and learn more about Please check our website closer to Abington PAL! program date for movie title. Abington PAL receives no tax dollars but depends on contributions and sponsored by: fundraisers for support Abington PAL Is COPS and YOU Helping Kids!

Information: 267-536-1100 x1509, email [email protected], or www. abingtonpal.org

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Washington, D.C. Sight-Seeing Trip Join us as we travel by motor coach to Washington, D.C. on Saturday, April 5th. The bus will leave from the main entrance parking lot of Alverthorpe Park at 7:00 AM and return around 9:00 PM.

We will drop off at the Air and Space Museum and the Holocaust Museum around 11:00 am. This is a great day to enjoy the cherry blossoms in bloom and explore the many outdoor monuments or go inside and visit a museum.

We will leave Washington, D.C. at 5:00 PM from the Air and Space Museum.

Date: Saturday, April 5, 2014 Time: 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM Cost: $45 per person Depart & Return: Alverthorpe Park main parking lot

U.S. Tennis Open Abington Township Parks and Recreation will be travelling to Corona Park in Flushing Meadow, New York to attend the U.S. Open Tennis Program later this summer. The exact date and price will be available sometime in June.

Please look for the flyer or check our website: Explore Washington, D.C. www.abington.org/parksrec The Bureau will be visiting Washington, D.C. for the second for more information. time this year on Wednesday, July 10th. This weekday trip will offer the participant an opportunity to visit Government buildings normally closed on the weekend. If you are interested in joining us, return the registration form and fees to the Bureau’s main office by 4:00 PM on Friday, June 21st.

The bus will leave from the Forrest Avenue parking lot of Alverthorpe Park at 7:00 AM sharp! We will make one brief stop on the way down and one on the way back.

We will be dropping off at the Air and Space Museum and the Holocaust Memorial Museum. If you plan to visit the Holocaust Museum please indicate that on the registration form. It takes 2-3 hours for the self-guided tour the Museum.

Date: Wednesday, July 9, 2014 Time: 7:00 AM to 9:00 PM Cost: $45 per person Depart & Return: Alverthorpe Park main parking lot

VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.ABINGTON.ORG/PARKSREC/ -16- ADULT PROGRAMS Inner Harbor Baltimore The Parks & Recreation Department will be traveling to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor for a day on your own. While there you can check out the Gallery and Harborplace (with over 160 shops and restaurants), visit Ft. McHenry, or go to the National Aquarium (discount tickets can be purchased through the Parks Department). There will be plenty of time to go to Fells Point or tour the historic ships or just enjoy the harbor itself.

Date: Saturday, August 16, 2014 Time: 7:30 AM to 7:30 PM Cost: $45 per person Depart & Return: Alverthorpe Park main parking lot If you are interested in National Aquarium tickets, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department.

NEW Pickleball Program New York City Day Trip Pickleball is the fastest growing sport in the nation. A Enjoy a day of shopping or sight-seeing without the hassle of combination of ping-pong, tennis and badminton. No driving or parking. We will be traveling by bus to New York sports experience needed to play the game, just an interest City where you will have the option of two drop off points: in fun,fitnes and making new friends! You don’t have to The Theatre District (W. 48th Street), or The Metropolitan be strong ,quick,tall or good at sports to play. It is a low Museum of Art (E. 82nd Street). There will be one pick up impact game which requirres less rinning an is played on point, The Paramount Plaza (between 50th and 51st Streets court smaller than a tennis court. You will use a paddle on Broadway). and a wiffle ball. Easy to learn and fun to play. We will leave from the main parking lot of Alverthorpe Park Demo Day to learn about sport: Sunday May 18th 2014 at 8:00 AM (sharp) and travel non-stop to New York. We will 10AM-12PM at Alverthorpe Park Multi Purpose Court. leave New York at 6:00 PM from the Paramount Plaza and return to the park around 8:30 PM. Location:Alverthorpe Park Multi Purpose Court Ages: 18 + Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2014 Dates: Tuesdays June 3,10,17 & 24 2014 Time: 8:00 AM to 8:30 PM Time: 10:00 AM-11:00 AM Cost: $45 per person Cost: $55.00 Per Person Depart & Return: Alverthorpe Park main parking lot NEW Zumba Free Gardening Information Zumba is a latin-based, calorie-burning,easy-to-follow dance- fitness party. Prior dance knowledge is NOT required and any Local residents offer on-line resources age is welcome. useful for both first-time and experienced gardeners:www.EveryoneCanGarden.org. Location: Ardsley Community Center You can see demonstration Dates: Sunday’s starting April 6 2014 No class April 20th 2014 gardens outside of Time: 11:00 AM Crestmont and Penbryn Cost: $5 per class Pools.

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Italian Class Adult Evening Tennis Instruction Classes for Beginner II and Beginner III will focus on Beginner, intermediate, and advanced level tennis instruction improving your basic concepts and comprehension skills. will be offered to adult Abington Township residents. Classes Intermediate students should have knowledge of present will be held on the tennis courts at the Abington Junior High and past tenses. This class will focus on building vocabulary School every Tuesday and Thursday evenings. The program and using the correct tense of verbs. will be divided into instruction time and match time depending on your skill level. All levels are welcome. Certified tennis No Summer classes. Keep an eye out for classes in the Fall. professional Bill Strain will lead the group with his extensive knowledge of the game and inviting personality. Interested in Italian? Contact the Ardsley Community Education Center for more information at 215-576-1630. Location: Abington Junior High School Ages: 17 and over Date: Session I - Tues. & Thurs. April 29 - May 29, 2014 Session II - Tues. & Thurs., June 3 - July 3, 2014 Time: 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM Cost: $60 R / $75 NR per Session Montgomery County Senior Games The 29th Annual Montgomery County Senior Games will be held the week of May 5th through the 9th. Events will be held at various locations in Montgomery County, culminating with an awards luncheon on Friday, May 10th. Montgomery County Senior Games combines sports and recreation with fellowship among everyone involved. Events include basketball (foul shooting and hot-shot), stationary bicycle races, billiards, bowling, darts, golf, par-3 golf, horseshoes, running, swimming, and more. Water Color Painting Water Color painting at Ardsley Community Center Any Montgomery County resident 50 with Susanne Okamoto is open to all skill levels. Instruction years or older is eligible to participate. in fundamental watercolor techniques including a review For more information or a schedule and of materials is offered for registration packet (available in March) beginners at the first session. please call the Upper Dublin Parks and Purchasing of some materials Recreation Department at 215-643-1600 may be necessary. Independent painting with critique of ext. 3443 during business hours or by ongoing work engages students e-mail at [email protected] or go at their own level of ability. to www.montcoseniorgames.com Location: Ardsley Community Center Dates: February 17 & 18 to May 5 & 6 Times: Tuesdays 9:45 AM to 11:45 AM Wednesdays 9:45 AM to 11:45 AM Cost: $150 R / $155 NR

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ARCAT (Alverthorpe Retired Citizens of Abington Township) is a SENIOR group for those who live in Abington and surrounding areas and who are at least 55 years of age. ARCAT started over 40 years ago is run by a staff of volunteers under the sponsorship of the Abington Township Parks and Recreation. Members have the opportunity to enjoy trips and tours designed with seniors in mind. The 2014 schedule includes the annual picnic, Spring and Holiday luncheons, tour of Briar Bush and lunch, bus trip to show and lunch, river boat and trolley tour, a mystery tour, and meetings with refreshments and entertainment. Interested in ARCAT membership? Check out the website (www. Abington.org/parksrec) or call the Abington Township Parks and Recreation office at 215-576-5213 for more information. Annual dues of $5.00 are payable to Abington Township Department of Parks and Recreation. Members will be added to the mailing list for the ARCAT Newsletters that includes details of upcoming events.

ARCAT Membership Application $5.00 per person Mail to: Abington Township Parks & Recreation, 515 Meetinghouse Rd., Jenkintown, PA, 19046

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THE FOLLOWING GROUPS ALONG WITH AREA COLLEGES AND CHURCHES, PROVIDE ORGANIZED RECREATION IN ABINGTON TOWNSHIP.

Abington Angels Abington Raiders Football c/o Margaret Burke www.abingtonraiders.org 1216 Westmont Avenue Roslyn, PA 19001 215-887-4280 Crestmont Community Roslyn Boys’ & Girls’ Club Basketball League P.O. Box 1043 For Adults 17 & older Roslyn, PA 19001 Abington Fall Softball For Youth 8 - 16 years old 215-572-1520 c/o Robert Razzi PO Box 74 www.rbgclub.org 723 Seminole Avenue Glenside, PA 19038 Jenkintown, PA 19046 215-432-3177 215-663-9440 AC United Soccer c/o Steve Heintz P.O. Box 1065 Abington - Roychester Baseball Abington, PA 19001 c/o Kurt Warner East Abington Little League 215-885-0011 2013 Parkview Avenue c/o Mike Tobin Abington, PA 19001 642 Kirkwood Avenue Jenkintown, PA 19046 215-663-8191 Plymouth/Springfield Women’s Softball League Ardsley-North Hills Athletic A.A. c/o Christina Carter c/o Jim McGrath 1934 Moreland Road www.anhaa.org Abington, PA 19001 267-312-6813 Glenside Youth Athletic Club President Chuck Dougherty Hunter Soccer Club [email protected] c/o Mike Brown WWW.GYAC.ORG Abington Dolphins Aquatics Club P.O. Box 355 c/o Peg Cohen, President Glenside, PA 19038 1379 Lindbergh Avenue 215-885-0610 Roslyn, PA 19001 www.huntersoccer.com www.abingtondolphins.org

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The NEW hours for Alverthorpe Park are as follows: Spring 2014: Mar. 10- May 4 8am-8pm. Summer 2014: May 5- Sept. 1 8am-10pm . Fall 2014: Sept. 2- Oct. 12 8am-8pm Picnic Shelter Tennis Courts Reservations for the Shelter Building on the Fox Chase TIMES AND FEES: Road side of Alverthorpe Park will be accepted starting Each time period will be limited to 1.5 hours January 3rd at 8:00 AM Reservations may be made in beginning at 8:15 - 9:45 A.M. The last time slot is person or by phone at the Alverthorpe Park Control from 8:15 - 9:45 P.M. Building. Singles Doubles This facility is available to groups of 200 or less. Adults $4.50/crt $7.50/crt interested in reserving this facility should contact Abington residents 62 years & up and Alverthorpe Park at 215-884-6538. Abington residents age 12 & under: Weekdays/Non-Holidays Half-day Rental: Full Day Rental: 8:15 A.M. to 4:30 P.M. 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM or 9:00 AM to 9:30 PM Singles Doubles 4:30 PM - 9:30 PM Fee $155 50% R $2.00 $3.25 Fee: $130 50% R $200 50% NR $165 50% NR (min. charge) (min. charge) Par Three Golf The Par-3 golf course remains Picnic Table Reservations open year round, weather permitting. Greens Fees* as Tables can be reserved by calling the Control Building in of January 1, 2012 are as follows: Alverthorpe Park at 215-884-6538. No charge per table if Weekdays 9-holes $6.00 Resident / $7.00 Guest 50% of party are Abington Residents. $5 charge per table (9a-5p) 18-holes $8.00 Resident / $9.00 Guest if party is 50% non Abington residents. Weekends 9-holes $6.50 Resident / $7.50 Guest & Evenings 18-holes $8.50 Resident / $9.50 Guest Preschool Area *Seniors, see the park’s control building for discounted prices. The preschool area is available for groups to utilize. To obtain information contact Alverthorpe Park at 215-884- NOTE: Golfers MUST be 7 years of age or older to play. 6538. Golfers 7-13 years may play, but MUST be accompanied Bike Pike by an adult 18 years or older. Children under 7 years of The 1.7 mile bike pike travels around the park’s activity age are not permitted on the course. areas and through its natural areas providing a scenic and pleasant trip. The bike pike is open all year round weather Miniature Golf permitting. The 18 hole miniature golf course is open to Abington Township Residents Camping and Fishing and their guests. The course is open weekends For more information please contact the Control Building from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM beginning Memorial Day in Alverthorpe Park, Monday through Friday, from 8:00 weekend. It opens daily from 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM AM to 4:30 PM at 215-884-6538. beginning Monday, June 21st and ending Labor Day. Wading Pool Mini-golf will be open 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM on Saturdays This facility, located in Alverthorpe Park’s Preschool area, and Sundays in September. Children under the age of 8 is available to Abington Township residents 5 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. and under at no charge. The wading pool area opens for TIMES AND FEES: daily use beginning Saturday, June 21st and closes Labor Weekdays 10:00 AM to 5:00 PM Day, September 1, 2014. The hours of operation are from 8 years and under $3.25 Resident / $4.25 Guest 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM daily. 9 and over $3.50 Resident / $4.50 Guest Weeknights 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM Weekends & Holidays 10:00 AM to 9:00 PM 8 years and under $3.75 Resident / $4.75 Guest 9 and over $4.00 Resident / $5.00 Guest VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.ABINGTON.ORG/PARKSREC/ -21- BRIAR BUSH NATURE CENTER

1212 Edge Hill Road, Abington PA 19001 Register for programs online at www.briarbush.org

Briar Bush packs a lot into 12-acres. Come see our: • Forest, featuring a full mile of trails • Nature museum, with more than 20 live animals, changing exhibits & Nature Shop • Griscom Bird Observatory, a quiet place to watch the birds and other wildlife • Nature Playscape, natural elements that encourage open-ended creative play • Butterfly House, a place to experience the lifecycles of native butterflies • Programs for all ages led by our naturalist staff • Birthday parties! Celebrate your child’s next birthday party with live animals, natures hikes, and other activities tailored to your child’s age, the group size, and the season. Abington residents receive free admission and a 10% program discount. Briar Bush members receive free admission and a 20% program discount. Admission fees: $3/adult; $2/child ages 2+ Children’s Programs Magic Mornings One of our most popular programs! Two to four year-olds spend quality time with their favorite adult enjoying outdoor walks, meeting our ani- mals, playing games, hearing stories, and making crafts. Snack provided. Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays 2-4 year-olds with adult. Time: 10:30-11:30am $10/class; $5/additional child Dates: March 5,6,7,12,13,14,19,20,21,26,27,28 April 2,3,4,9,10,11,23,24,25,30 May 1,2,7,8,9,14,15,16,21,22,23 Educator Heidi shows Magic Mornings children how snakes use their tongues to smell. Please don’t forget to like us Preschool Pioneers on Facebook! Preschoolers (ages 4-5) are invited to join us for a month-long series of all-natural fun, with time If you want spent both indoors and out. to get all our Four consecutive Tuesdays from 1-2pm; $32/series. posts, add us Dates: to an interest March 4,11,18,25 group! April 1,8,15,22,29 ($40) May 6,13,20,27

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1212 Edge Hill Road, Abington PA 19001 Register for programs online at www.briarbush.org School’s Out? Get Outside! April 17, 18, 21 (spring break)* and May 20 Attention parents! Wonder what to do with your kids when school is closed but work is not? Bring them to Briar Bush for fun and learning, naturally. K-6th grade $60/child for 9am-3pm (Before and after-care available at 8:30 and until 5 pm for an additional fee.) Briar Bush has programing on most school Holidays. Call us for more information.

Week-long camps ~ June 2 - August 22, 2014 Give your child the opportunity to experience the wonders of nature through scientific discovery, hikes, crafts, games, live animal encounters, and free play time. Full-day Camps Partial-day Camps Children ages 2-5 Children ages 6-12 Itty Bitty Briars 9:30am-4pm with before and after care 2-3 year-olds with an adult (10-11:30 am) available Seedlings 4-5 year olds (half-day mornings) Session choices include: Magic Mammals DIY Kids-Green Design Daring Camp for Kids Radical Reptiles ...and many more! Volunteer Camp Aide positions for teens 13 years and up

Register now at www.briarbush.org or call us for a brochure And don’t forget-members get discounts and priority registration!

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1212 Edge Hill Road, Abington PA 19001 Register for programs online at www.briarbush.org Family Fun

Campfire and S’more Nights Wednesdays, July 9-August 13, 8-9:30pm$10/adult; $5/child Experience the Briar Bush woods in a whole new light during family-friendly evening walks and programs. This popular sum- mer series features different themes each week including testing your night-time senses, searching for nocturnal creatures, and more. As the evening winds down, socialize with Briar Bush educators and new friends around a blazing campfire, complete with yummy s’mores. Join The Friends of Briar Bush! Membership to the Friends of Briar Bush is available at The final campfire will take place in Alverthorpe park. Briar Bush many different levels. Members receive benefits such as: educators will entertain with music and skits. Not to be missed! * Discounts on programs and summer camps Space is limited and fills up quickly - reserve your spot online today! (& priority registration for summer camp) * Discount in the Nature Shop * Free, unlimited admission to the museum * Complimentary museum admission passes * A subscription to our newsletter * Free admission to members-only events * The ability to rent Briar Bush for parties * Free or discounted admission to other nature centers around the country

To join call 215-887-6603, or join online at www.briarbush.org

Come visit one of Briar Bush’s newest arrivals-Henry the opossum. Henry is now on public display and helping us with school programs in his new role as animal ambassador. Henry is unreleasable because an infection took away his toes when he was very young. We are very happy to have Henry at Briar Bush!

Other new Briar Bush animals are Spot and Star the rats and Karl the bearded dragon! EarthFest Briar Bush’s annual celebration of Earth Day Sunday, April 27 (cor- rect date!) ~ 1-4pm--Free! THIS YEAR’S THEME IS: BACKYARD BUILDERS ...AN AFTERNOON OF OUTDOOR EXPLORATION, CRAFTS, AND LIVE ANIMAL PROGRAMS. OVERFLOW PARKING AT HIGHLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL AND PLEASE JOIN US FOR A NATURE PLAYDATE AT ABINGTON FRIENDS SCHOOL SATURDAY, MAY 17TH FROM 10AM-NOON

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1212 Edge Hill Road, Abington PA 19001 Register for programs online at www.briarbush.org Briar Bush is not just for kids! We have plenty of programs for adults too Join the Conversation

Learn more about a variety of topics and issues with these Conversations at Briar Bush 7:00-8:30 pm

Wednesday, March 19: All About Bees with Briar Bush Educator Ehren Gross. Ehren will discuss beekeeping in Come and meet your new commissioners! Walks are suburban and urban areas. Catch the buzz!Wednesday, a great opportunity to learn about parks and other April 30: Superfund Sites. Jim Webb from the EPA will special places in Abington--and spend time with your give us an insider’s perspective. Wednesday, June 11: commissioners. Saturday mornings at 9am-Free! How Thoreau Remains Relevant March 22: Commissioner Jimmy DiPlacido at the McKinley Connector. This is a partial listing of programs for 2014. Please see April 26: Commissioner Ben Sanchez at Rydal Park our website or call for additional topics. Natural Area. May 17: Commissioner Lawrence Jones at Alverthorpe. June 7: Commissioner Michael Markman at Crosswicks Great Escapes Bird Sanctuary. September 13: Commissioner Thomas Hecker at the Water Treatment Plant. October 18: Commissioner Steven Kalinoski at Penbryn. November 8: Commissioner Thomas J. Farren, Sr. at Baederwood Park

Whether you like nature hikes, or museums or just getting away--Briar Bush has got a trip for you. Saturday, March 8: Snow Geese & Swans at Middle Creek Wednesday, April 2: Pompeii Exhibit at the Franklin Inst. Saturday, April 26: Wildflowers at the Mt. Cuba Center Spring to Celebrate! Sunday, May 11: Battle of Germantown History Tour is a chance to be a kid again and support Briar Bush Saturday, June 21: Bartram’s Gardens at the same time. Wednesday, July 9: Birds-of-Paradise exhibit at the Academy of Natural Sciences Thursday, May 1, 2014, 6pm Sunday, August 24: Nighthawk Watch Must register in advance Saturday, September 6: Tuckerton Seaport Maritime Fest Eat some food, meet some folks and have some Wednesday, September 17: Chimney Swift Gathering Saturday, fun playing games throughout Briar Bush’s October 4: Hawk Mountain Migration grounds and nature museum. Briar Bush like Registration required. Please call or see website for details. you’ve never seen it before!

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Myrtle Beach South Carolina 8 Meals Included Departing May 4, 2014 for 6 Days. Price Per Person: From $700.00 Per Person Highlights and Inclusions: • Round trip deluxe motor coach transportation from the Philly & S. Jersey metropolitan area and throughout your trip (with free parking at most locations) • 5 Nights’ Accommodations; 2 en route,3 nights in Myrtle Beach • 8 Meals: 5 Breakfasts and 3 Dinners • 2 fabolous shows • Sightseeing and shopping in Charleston • Fully Escorted by a Travel Authority Tour Manager • All taxes and gratuities on included features except tips to Tour Manager and Driver

* Please contact THE Travel Authority for more information about discounted prices.

Branson Headliner Show Tour 13 Meals Included Departing July 7, 2014 for 9 Days. Price Per Person: From $1200.00 Per Person $ 1199.95* *per person, double or triple occupancy $ 1579.95* single occ. Highlights and Inclusions: • Round trip deluxe motor coach transportation from the Philly & S. Jersey metropolitan area and throughout your trip (with free parking at most locations) • 8 Nights’ Accommodations; 2 Ohio, 2 St Louis area, and 4 nights in Branson • 13 Meals: 8 Breakfasts and 5 Dinners • 7 Live Entertainment Events tentative show schedule, subject to change) • Sightseeing in St. Louis, Branson and the Ozarks; Including the St. Louis Arch Visitor’s Center, College of the Ozarks, Branson Landing, historic Branson and MUCH MORE! • Fully Escorted by a Travel Authority Tour Manager • All taxes and gratuities on included features except tips to Tour Manager and Driver

* Please contact THE Travel Authority for more information about discounted prices.

Downton Abbey themed holiday England & Scotland 13 Meals Included Departing July 19, 2015 for 19 Days. Price Per Person: From $4100.00 Per Person Highlights and Inclusions: Join us on this unique tour of England and Scotland as we journey through the sights of london. Enjoy train rides, Royal accomadations and afternoon Tea with Jessica Fellowes the author of “The World of Downton Abbey”. • 8 nights of Royal Lodging • 13 meals. 8 breakfasts and 5 dinners • Fully Escorted in England and Scotland. •Visit exciting places like Hadrian’s Wall, William Wordsworth’s home Grasmere and other wonderful sites

* Please contact THE Travel Authority for more information about discounted prices.

THERE ARE MANY MORE TRIPS, so for more details on the above and/or a free catalogue please call us at 215-638-5750 or visit our website: www.travelauthority.us SPECIAL BONUS: Abington residents and those in their traveling party get a special “Abington Township Department of Parks & Recreation” Discount. Please mention this when booking. the Travel Authority, Inc. 800-220-3900 for more information -26- OPEN FACILITIES USE

Play Fields Tennis Swimming Basketball (Football or Soccer Nature FACILITY Courts Pools Courts Baseball) Fields Areas Playgrounds Grills Ice Skating ALVERTHORPE X(L) X X(L) X X X ARDSLEY X X(L) X X X ARDSLEY WILDLIFE X SANCTUARY BADERWOOD X X X(L) BRIAR BUSH X CONWAY X(L) X(L) CRESTMONT X(L) X(L) X(L) X X X X(L) ELK STREET X EVERGREEN X X MANOR FOX CHASE X MANOR GAME X PRESERVE KAREBROOK X JACKSON X ETHEL JORDAN X X X MANOR WOODS X MEADOW- BROOK BIRD X SANCTUARY NORTH HILLS X X PENBRYN X(L) X(L) X(L) X(L) X(L) X X(L) ROCKWELL X X ROSLYN* X X(L) X(L) X(L) X ROYCHESTER X X(L) X X X X(L) RUBICAM X(L) X X

For a map of Abington Township Parks & Facilities, please visit: (L) Indicates facility is night lighted. http://www.abington.org/parksrec/facilities.htm ARDSLEY COMMUNITY CENTER RENTAL FACILITIES 2828 Spear Avenue, Ardsley, PA 19038 Facilities for Rent: Classrooms - for meetings and a Gymnasium - capable of seating 400 - 500 persons. Activities held in the gym have included Square Dancing, Rock Concerts, Birthday Parties, Baby Showers, Dance Recitals, Sports Leagues, Aerobic Classes and Flower Shows. Facilities are available to charitable organizations and community groups at LOW cost. Please Note: The Ardsley Center is available to groups who wish to serve alcoholic beverages at their functions. Beverages are limited to beer and wine only. Special regulations will apply. For more information, contact the Center’s office by e-mail at [email protected] or by phone at 215-576-1630.

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Pool Opens: Pool Closes: Labor Day Saturday, June 21, 2014 2014 Fee Schedule Monday, September 1, 2014 UNTIL APRIL 15th AFTER APRIL 15th Non- Non- SEASON PASSES Resident Resident Resident Resident Individual under 18 years of age 85.00 145.00 95.00 145.00 Individual 18 years of age and older 90.00 150.00 100.00 150.00 Household Permit (3 members, 190.00 299.00 200.00 299.00 living at household address) Each additional adult in the 15.00 21.00 15.00 21.00 household (18+) Each additional child in the 10.00 16.00 10.00 16.00 household Senior Citizen age 65 and older 30.00 55.00 30.00 55.00 DAILY ADMISSION PASSES 25.00 37.00 (for other than season pass holders) Weekdays Admission Fee Under 18 years of age 2.75 3.75 18 years of age and older 3.00 4.00 Weekends and Holidays Admission Fee Under 18 years of age 3.25 4.00 18 years of age and older 3.50 4.25 GUEST FEES (paid at pool) A maximum of fifteen (15) guests will be allowed per season per membership. A guest pass is included with a resident season pass membership. All other members must purchase a guest pass at the Parks and Recreation Office. Weekdays Admission Fee Under 18 years of age 3.50 4.25 18 years of age and older 3.75 4.50 Weekends and Holidays Admission Fee Under 18 years of age 3.75 4.50 18 years of age and older 4.00 4.75 Guest Pass Fees Resident Non-Resident Cost Per Card (guest fees still apply) 5.00 7.50

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Abington Township Has Two Outdoor Swimming Pools They are located in Penbryn Park (Houston Ave & Egerton Ave, Glenside) and Crestmont Park (Old Welsh Road & Rubicam Ave, Crestmont). Both pools will open Saturday, June 21st at 11:00 AM. Pool passes are currently on sale at the Bureau’s main office and the Ardsley Community Center. Discounts for resident passes will be available until 4:00 PM on Tuesday, April 15th. Daily Admission Passes The Daily Admission Pass is a type of membership for the pool. You pay a fee for the membership and each time you go to the pool you pay the fee that applies to you. It is not a one day pass you can purchse if you just want to go to the pool once. Abington Township does not offer a one day only pass to the pool. If you have any questions please call our office. Guest Passes Resident daily members and all non-resident members will now have the opportunity to bring guests! A nominal fee will be charged for those individuals who wish to purchase a guest pass (Resident: $5.00/card, Non-Resident: $7.50/ card). Guest fees will be charged as detailed on the Fee Schedule on the opposite page. A guest pass MUST be purchased BEFORE taking guests to the pool and MUST be presented to the pool at the time of admittance. Family Is Now Household As of 2009 household will be defined as all those individuals occupying a single family dwelling. Everyone being considered as a household will need to prove by way of official documentation, that they reside at the address listed on the pool application. There is no maximum number of household members. After three (3) household members have signed up for a seasonal membership, each additional individual will be charged an additional fee. Additional person(s) costs: Children $10 R/$16 NR Adults $15 R/$21 NR

MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL RENEWAL BY MAIL - Residents & Non-Residents Must be received by April 15, 2014 for discount period (residents only). Mail to: Abington Parks & Recreation, 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046 OFFICE HOURS FOR NEW MEMBERSHIP/MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL Residents ONLY Ardsley Community Center: Monday through Friday 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM 2828 Spear Avenue, Ardsley, PA 19038 (closed 1:00 PM to 2:00 PM) Residents and Non-Residents Alverthorpe Manor: Monday through Friday 8:00 AM to 4:00 PM Ardsley Community Center Tuesdays (4/8, 6/3, & 6/10,/14) 12:00 Noon to 8:00 PM Ardsley Community Center Saturday (6/21/14) 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM

•For new memberships and change of membership, you must register in person to obtain a Parks & Recreation issued photo ID card. •Proof of residency will be required at the time of registration. •Pool ID cards are permanent & should be kept year to year. There is a fee of $6 to replace a lost ID card. •Refunds for Pool Memberships must be requested two (2) full weeks before the opening date of the pools and will be assessed the 20% refund fee. There are no refunds after opening day. VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.ABINGTON.ORG/PARKSREC/ -29- ABINGTON TOWNSHIP SWIMMING POOL APPLICATION Please Print Clearly APPLICANT’S NAMES D.O.B. SCHOOL BAR CODE # AMOUNT 1. ______2. ______3. ______4. ______5. ______6. ______7. ______8. ______9. ______10. ______Message Area: Base Fee ______Add’l Person(s) ______Daily and Non-Resident Membership Guest Pass(es) ______Total ______Change of Address from last year Yes No --- FOR NON-RESIDENTS ONLY --- Check Pool Attending: Crestmont ______Penbryn ______WAIVER I/we the parent/s or guardian/s of the aforementioned child/children agrees that he/they shall be subject to the rules and regulations of the Township of Abington, Parks and Recreation, and will provide a Health certificate of the aforementioned applicant/s upon request of the Township. I/we hereby agree to forfeit all swimming privileges if I and/or my children permit the use of my/their ID Card by any other person than myself/ourselves. Furthermore, I/we do hereby waive, release, and hold harmless the Township of Abington, it’s officers, employees, and agents and representatives for any injury that I/we may myself/ourselves suffer while on Township property and in the use of any Township property or facilities. Your ID Cards are permanent and should be kept from year to year. A charge will be assessed for lost cards. Parent’s/Individual’s Signature ______Address ______

PAYMENT TYPE City ______State ______Zip ______CASH ______Home Phone ______CHECK # ______Emergency VISA/MASTERCARD/DISCOVER 16 DIGIT # Phone ______Relationship ______EXP ______(mm/yyyy) Card Security Code ______(Located on back of card) E-mail Address ______

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Parent - First Name Last Name

Address Email City State Zip Code

Home Phone ( ) Work Phone ( )

Emergency Phone ( ) Emergency Contact Participant Birth date Sex Program Name/Date/Time/Session Fees First Last Mo Day Year

Medical Information that relates to class (Allergies or other health problems - if additional space is needed, attach information to application.)

*WAIVER AND RELEASE: If one of the above programs is a sports program, I certify that I, the undersigned, or the parent or legal guardian of the participant, do certify that the participant is in good health and is able to participate in such a program. I understand that no health, and/or accident insurance is provided for participants and I accept full responsibility for obtaining the same or for payment of all expenses in the absence of such insurance. Now, therefore, in consideration of the foregoing, and in consideration of the mutual relationship of others participating in said program, and of my participation therein, I do hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, forever remise, release, and discharge Abington Township, their successors and assigns, directors, officers, members, agents, and other representatives, and their heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, from any and all manner of action, cause of action, suits, debts, accounts, controversies, damages, claims, and demands whatsoever, which I or my legal representative may have or acquire against Abington Township or their directors, officers, members, agents and other representatives, by reason of any loss resulting from personal injury or damage to baggage or any other personal property belonging to me which may occur during or by reason of my participation in said program. I hereby grant Abington Township and any of their directors, officers, members, agents and other representatives full authority to take whatever action they consider to be warranted regarding my heath and safety, and I fully release Abington Township and any of their directors from any liability for such actions taken on my behalf.

X General Recreation Programs: Please make check or money order payable to: Abington Parent/Participant Signature Township and mail to Abington Township Bureau of Parks & Recreation, 515 Meetinghouse FORM OF PAYMENT - OFFICE USE ONLY Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046. Briar Bush Nature Center Programs: Please register online at www.briarbush.org Total Fee $______Date ______Refund Policy A 20% service fee will be charged for all refunds. CASH* CHECK #______MONEY ORDER #______Request must be made at least five (5) business days before a program / thirty (30) days before VISA* MASTER CARD* DEBIT CARD* (*IN PERSON ) a trip is scheduled to begin. Refunds will not be issued once the program begins.

Parent - First Name Last Name

Address Email City State Zip Code

Home Phone ( ) Work Phone ( )

Emergency Phone ( ) Emergency Contact Participant Birth date Sex Program Name/Date/Time/Session Fees First Last Mo Day Year

Medical Information that relates to class (Allergies or other health problems - if additional space is needed, attach information to application.)

*WAIVER AND RELEASE: If one of the above programs is a sports program, I certify that I, the undersigned, or the parent or legal guardian of the participant, do certify that the participant is in good health and is able to participate in such a program. I understand that no health, and/or accident insurance is provided for participants and I accept full responsibility for obtaining the same or for payment of all expenses in the absence of such insurance. Now, therefore, in consideration of the foregoing, and in consideration of the mutual relationship of others participating in said program, and of my participation therein, I do hereby, for myself, my heirs, executors, administrators, and assigns, forever remise, release, and discharge Abington Township, their successors and assigns, directors, officers, members, agents, and other representatives, and their heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, from any and all manner of action, cause of action, suits, debts, accounts, controversies, damages, claims, and demands whatsoever, which I or my legal representative may have or acquire against Abington Township or their directors, officers, members, agents and other representatives, by reason of any loss resulting from personal injury or damage to baggage or any other personal property belonging to me which may occur during or by reason of my participation in said program. I hereby grant Abington Township and any of their directors, officers, members, agents and other representatives full authority to take whatever action they consider to be warranted regarding my heath and safety, and I fully release Abington Township and any of their directors from any liability for such actions taken on my behalf. X General Recreation Programs: Please make check or money order payable to: Abington Parent/Participant Signature Township and mail to Abington Township Bureau of Parks & Recreation, 515 Meetinghouse FORM OF PAYMENT - OFFICE USE ONLY Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046. Briar Bush Nature Center Programs: Please register online at www.briarbush.org Total Fee $______Date ______Refund Policy A 20% service fee will be charged for all refunds. CASH* CHECK #______MONEY ORDER #______Request must be made at least five (5) business days before a program / thirty (30) days before VISA* MASTER CARD* DEBIT CARD* (*IN PERSON ) a trip is scheduled to begin. Refunds will not be issued once the program begins. VISIT OUR WEBSITE AT HTTP://WWW.ABINGTON.ORG/PARKSREC/ -31- Abington Township PRSRT STD Bureau of Parks & Recreation CAR-RT SORT 1176 Old York Road U.S. POSTAGE PAID Abington, PA 19001 PERMIT 65 JENKINTOWN, PA

Abington Township Bureau of Parks & Recreation 2014 Spring and Summer Activities Guide All Township Residents Welcome!!! Come visit us! Meadowbrook Bird Sanctuary ~A Volunteer Neighborhood Project~ (at the intersections of Meadowbrook Road, Revelation Road and Washington Lane) Meadowbrook Bird Sanctuary - is a unique park that grew from a one acre eyesore into an award winning garden permanently protected by Abington Township - preserved open space! • walking paths • benches • children’s garden ~ www.tweettweet.org ~

CONCERTS AT THE FREE In an effort to reduce MANOR & Open to spending and conserve Everyone! resources the 2014 Fall Coming this Fall... Thursday Evenings June 12-July24 2014 and Winter Activities Guide • Fall/Winter Brochure July 31st is our ever popular KidFest with special art will not be mailed out to September 2014 activities and kid-centric music!!! (5:30-8:30 PM) resident homes. Instead it • Gingerbread Join us for the 15th annual series of outdoor concerts will be distributed through Workshop on the elegant and spacious grounds of Alverthorpe the township schools and • Day Trips to NYC will be available for pickup Manor. Bring the whole family for a picnic dinner • Winter Rec. Programs at the Township Building, and tour Abington Art Center galleries and Sculpture the Parks & Recreation • And Much More!!! Park! Buildings and the Abington & Roslyn Libraries. The grounds will open at 6:00 PM. All concerts are held rain or shine.

Abington Township and its subcontractors make every reasonable effort to ensure the accuracy and validity of the Organized by Abington Art Center 215-887-4882 information provided in this publication. However, as policies, price points, dates, conditions, and information are continually changing, Abington Township and its subcontractors reserve the right to change at any time without notice, information contained in this publication and makes no warranties or representations as to its accuracy. and Abington Township Parks & Recreation 215-576-5213 515 Meetinghouse Road, Jenkintown, PA 19046 www.abingtonartcenter.org

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