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CLEARWATERSummer | May – Aug. 2019

MyClearwater.com George N. Cretekos Mayor David Allbritton Councilmember Dr. Bob Cundiff Councilmember Hoyt Hamilton Councilmember Jay Polglaze Councilmember

William B. Horne, II City Manager Pam Akin City Attorney Jill Silverboard Deputy City Manager Micah Maxwell Assistant City Manager Summer is here, and temperatures are heating up. With the red tide outbreak officially behind us, Clearwater Beach is brighter and more EDITORIAL STAFF beautiful than ever. I’d like to recognize the hard work of the city’s Parks & Recreation and Stormwater Division teams that raked and cleaned Executive Editor Joelle Castelli the beach every day to keep it enjoyable for visitors. Their efforts made Editors Jason Beisel Clearwater Beach one of the few beaches in the area to keep impacts from Heather Parsons the bloom minimal.

Assistant Editors Sandy Clayton City crews rake the sugar sands of Clearwater Beach each day. This is one Krystie Epperson of the many actions that keep it so beautiful and popular among residents Mike Lockwood and tourists. The city uses money generated from parking fines to pay for José Patiño the daily raking of Clearwater Beach. The fund also is used for the school Rob Shaw crossing guard program, year-round lifeguard coverage and lifeguard Graphic Designer Laura Del Valle facilities, such as look-out towers and lifeguard stations, among others.

CONTRIBUTORS One of the ways residents can help keep Clearwater clean is not just by recycling – but by recycling right. Clearwater residents can have a Library Jennifer Obermaier Linda Rothstein positive impact on the environment by recycling only those items that Library Managers are accepted in Clearwater’s recycling program. This includes plastic Parks & Recreation Shaun Beasley bottles and containers #1-7, metal cans, glass bottles/jars, cardboard boxes Rosemary Davis and mixed paper. Placing unaccepted items into recycling bins not only Kris Koch makes the city's recycling hazardous and expensive, but it can ruin entire Kerry Marsalek truckloads of recyclable materials, causing them to be disposed of as garbage. Residents should know that plastic bags and wraps are not accepted by MyClearwater is published three times a year the city’s curbside recycling program. This includes plastic wrapping and by the city of Clearwater. packaging for paper towels, toilet tissue, dry cleaning, newspaper delivery If you would like a free subscription, bags, etc. This also means that recyclables shouldn’t be placed in plastic call 562-4708. bags and then thrown into the bin. These materials cannot be processed All phone numbers are area code 727 by the facility Clearwater uses to separate recyclables. They get tangled in unless otherwise indicated. the equipment, leading to equipment failures and fires. Instead, plastic grocery bags should be returned to the grocery store for recycling, or they should be thrown in the trash. When in doubt, throw it out. There’s always a lot to do in Clearwater, and this summer is no exception. Soak up some summer rays (with sunscreen, of course), or take advantage of the air conditioning at several of the city’s recreation centers and library branches. The Summer Reading Program kicks off June 10 at all Clearwater branches (see page 21 to learn more), so encourage youngsters in Clearwater to register and start reading the summer away. Sincerely,

ON THE COVER Bill Horne "Gaia" is one of the newest works of art to come to Downtown Clearwater. Read more about City Manager this monumental stainless steel artwork and the Sculpture360 program on page 3. Table of Contents

Features Recreation Guide 02 Downtown Mural Program 24 Cards & Passes 03 Sculpture360 Shines in its 25 General Information 9th Season 31 Clearwater Beach Recreation 04 Planned Improvements for Center North Marina Area 33 Countryside Recreation Center 61 Snippets 36 North Greenwood Recreation & 62 Nextdoor: Connecting Aquatic Complex Neighbors One By One 38 Long Center 64 Give Back By Volunteering 44 McMullen Tennis Complex 47 Moccasin Lake Nature Park 51 Morningside Recreation Complex Healthy Choices 54 Ross Norton Recreation & Aquatic Complex & Extreme 60 Health Consciousness - Raise Sports Park Your Awareness 56 Organized Sports Library Aging Well 05 Hours 05 Adult Programs 26 Silver Sneakers 10 Teen Programs 26 Programs and Resources 14 Youth Programs 30 Health Wellness Lectures 21 A Universe of Stories is Coming to Clearwater Libraries for Special Events Summer Reading Fun 59 Special Events City Facilities Inside Back Cover 22 Facility Map and Location 23 City Facility Information Citizens Guide Back Cover

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Downtown Mural Program

hy should art be a part of everyday life? By making it visible and accessible, public art can have tremendous impact in communities. It can foster community Wconnection; it can increase one’s attachment to a place, and it can create a feeling of pride in public spaces. When one Peace Offering is located at 1360 Cleveland St. This mural pays encounters art, it can help bring a smile to one’s day. homage to Florida’s rich Native American history and depicts a woman protecting the land from a storm on the horizon. Artists: Brian McAllister and the Gibbs High School Mural Club. That was part of the inspiration for the Community Redevelopment Agency’s mural program. The city doesn’t see art as just a tool for beautification — it is an anchor for redevelopment. Key to Clearwater’s mission of revitalizing Downtown Clearwater is to create a high-quality public realm that weaves art and culture into the fabric of everyday life. In June 2018, the city issued a call for artists to design and paint murals that are inspired by this city.

Clearwater received more than 140 applications from artists Elysian Day, located at 512 Cleveland St., is inspired by the both locally and around the world. Downtown businesses rainforest and the transformative power of nature. Artist: Cecilia Lueza. signed up to have their façades transformed through art. Four murals were completed in January, and the city is thrilled to see the final products throughout downtown.

This is the first large-scale mural project in Downtown Clearwater, and it will set the tone for future public art projects. Throughout the year, residents will see how art can engage and inspire community through programs such as the Sculpture360 program, a rotating exhibition on Cleveland Street. Residents also can see art take shape through creative place- One Hundred Years Before J. Cole, located at 620 Drew St., was inspired by the history of the region. The mural showcases a visual making projects that bring color and vibrancy juxtaposition of coincidences resulting from a trip along the Orange to a parking lot, and art also inspires innovative Belt Railway and the modern bicycle. Artists: husband-and-wife team, Michelle Sawyer and Tony Krol. partnerships that feature artistic culture and technology, such as the Dreams of Dalí Virtual Reality Experience at Second Century Studios, which goes through June 30.

See these bright and beautiful murals for yourself in Downtown Clearwater. For more information, visit downtownclearwater. com/mural-program, and share your photos with the city with #muralsofclearwater. Comunidad is located at the Garden Avenue Garage. Comunidad is a celebration of cultural diversity and shows empowered, united women who form a network and community. Artists: Florencia Duran and Camilo Nunez from Uruguay.

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Sculpture360 Shines in its 9th Season

he Sculpture360 program enters its ninth season "Gaia" along the Cleveland Street District in the heart of By artist Donald Gialanella Downtown Clearwater. Season IX will run through June 2020 and can be seen in person in the 400-600 The artist's fascination with the human face can be seen Tblocks of Cleveland Street. in this monumental stainless steel head named after the ancestral source of all life: the "In a Musical primal Mother Earth goddess, Gaia. The Atmosphere" artist's interpretation By artist Adi BenDov iDEA of each human face The sculpture entitled "In seems to contain, a Musical Atmosphere" is and sometimes made of aluminum and four magically reveal, types of glass. It was specially the mystery of created for Clearwater and another human includes elements that are being. Capturing unique to the city. The this enigma became metal represents stability, the objective and security and calmness, which passion in the creation characterize Clearwater’s of Gaia. She is an growth in the spheres of idealized portrait intended of family, education, spirit, the personification of beauty and art and business. The wisdom. If you see Gaia on a clear day, the glass represents the city’s mirror-polished irises will reflect the sky and appear blue. transparency and brotherhood, beautiful clean beaches and spectacular sunsets. The flowing musical notes represent the affinity, respect and space for Clearwater’s art and music culture. The piece is dedicated with love to the city's residents and guests.

“Imperfections of the Heart” By artist Dominique Martinez Everyone has a heart, and no one walking this planet has a perfect one. Thus, “Imperfections of the Heart” was created. As a representation for us all, no matter our differences, everyone has experienced betrayal, happiness, pain, love, sorrow, disloyalty and personal success. According to the artist, we all have inspired the creation of “Imperfections of the Heart.”

Sculpture360 is a rotating exhibition of temporary artwork and is part of the Clearwater Public Art and Design Program. The exhibition is supported through contributions from the city’s Public Art Fund and partnerships with local donors and organizations.

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Clearwater Excited about Planned Improvements for North Marina Area

to complete. The improvements and enhancements to the North Marina Area and Seminole Boat Launch include: • New transient boat slips • New kayak launch area • New parking area • New landscaping • New lighting • New permanent restrooms • Enhanced public walkways • Additional public benches mprovements to the North Marina Area and Seminole • New trail extension toward the Pinellas Trail Boat Launch are coming soon. • Additional green space • Improved park area at the end of Seminole Street The city of Clearwater broke ground on the project in IMarch. Nelson Construction of Palm Harbor has been "It's a major commitment and improvement to the Old Bay selected as the contractor, and the project is fully funded, said and North Clearwater communities," said Michael Delk, Michael Delk, the city's Planning and Development director. the city's Planning and Development director. "It's already The contractor's work should take around seven months having a positive impact on the property values in that area."

04 MyClearwater Library: Adult Library Library Hours ADULT Programs Beach Library 69 Bay Esplanade Mon-Tue., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wed., 1-7 p.m. Thu.-Fri., 1-5 p.m. Clearwater Rocks! Rock Painting Sat.-Sun., Closed Beach Library for All Ages Patrons of all ages are invited to stop by Countryside Library Mah-Jong Club and paint rocks for #ClearwaterRocks. Whether you are an experienced player Keep them, give them as gifts or hide 2642 Sabal Springs Drive or a curious beginner that wants to them in the community. Supplies will Mon.-Thu., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. learn how to play, join the Clearwater be provided. Beach Mah-Jong Club. This program is • Wed., May 8, 22, June 12, 26, Fri.-Sun., noon-5 p.m. for adult players only. July 10, 24, Aug. 28 • Thu., May 2, 16, June 6, 20, • 4:30-6:30 p.m. East Community July 18, Aug. 1, 15 • 2:30-4:30 p.m. Clearwater Beach Shell Library Crafters Club Tech Training 2465 Drew St. Create photo frames, wreaths and Reserve a half hour with a library staff wall plaques using beach shells. This College In Session member to learn how to use Microsoft program is sponsored by Beach Friends Mon.-Thu., 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Word, library databases, e-readers, of the Library. To join, call 447-5882. Fri.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. tablets and email. • Thu., May 9, 23, June 6, 20, • Tue. July 18, Aug. 1, 15, 29 Sun., Closed • 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. • 1-4 p.m. Break/Recess Mon.-Thu., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Mother's Day Terrarium Workshop Family Star Gazing Night Create your own landscape of Fri.-Sat., 9 a.m.-5 p.m. See the moon and stars with our library miniature plants in a glass container telescope during this special evening Sun., Closed for someone you love. All materials are event. Enjoy space activities, challenges included, and you will take home a and crafts for all ages prior to sunset. Main Library beautiful terrarium to keep or give as a • Wed., June 12 gift. Registration is required. • 7-9 p.m. 100 N. Osceola Ave. • Tue., May 7 Mon., Thu., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. • 3-4:30 p.m. Countryside Library Tue.-Wed., 10 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Color My World – Adult Coloring Fri.-Sun., noon-5 p.m. Coloring promotes relaxation, wellness English for Speakers of Other and stimulates parts of the brain related Languages North Greenwood to motor skills, senses and creativity. Conversational classes are provided by Materials are provided. the Literacy Council of Upper Pinellas. Library • Wed., May 8, 22, June 5, 19, Registration is not required. 905 N. MLK Jr. Ave. July 17, 31, Aug. 14, 28 • Tue. & Thu. • 3-4 p.m. & 4:30-6:30 p.m. • 4-5:30 p.m. Mon., Thu., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Tue.-Wed., 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Fri., noon-5 p.m. To reach any of the library branches, call 562-4970 Sat.-Sun., Closed or visit MyClearwaterLibrary.com.

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Color My World - Adult Coloring Coloring promotes relaxation, wellness and stimulates parts of the brain related to motor skills, senses and creativity. Materials are provided. Library • Wed., May 1, 15, June 5, 19, July 3, 17, Aug. 7, 21 • 10:30-11:30 a.m.

Tech Training Resin Petri Art Reserve 45 minutes with a library staff Paint and resin are combined to create member to learn how to use Microsoft a beautiful supernova of colors. Use the Word, library databases, e-readers, discs as gifts, decor or even coasters. tablets and e-mail. Reservations are All art supplies and instruction will limited to 45 minutes per person a day. be provided. Registration is required. Language Exchange Café • Thu. Space is limited. Practice a foreign language and • Noon-3 p.m. • Sun., May 19 experience real language and cultural • 2-3 p.m. exchange. One-on-one conversation Make Your Own 3-D Decoupage is a great way to learn to speak a new Cards Personal Essay: Another Approach language. You'll spend half the time Learn how to make 3-D decoupage to Life Story teaching someone to speak your cards. All materials will be provided. This eight-week class on crafting the language and the other half learning a Registration is required. personal essay will guide you through new one. • Sat., May 4 shaping personal experience and belief • Tue. • 2-4 p.m. into a focused narrative form, through • 6-7:30 p.m. discussions of classic examples and Sunday Afternoon Movie a variety of writing exercises. This PCSB ESOL Family Meeting: Patrons are invited to enjoy an program is sponsored by the Library Summer Bridge afternoon movie on the big screen Foundation and is appropriate for Programas de verano para primaria del at the library. For movie titles, call all experience levels. Registration is condado de Pinellas. 562-4970. required. • Thu., May 2 • Sun., May 5, June 2 • Tue., June 18-Aug. 6 • 3:30-5:30 p.m. • 1-3 p.m. • 10:30 a.m.-noon Hooks & Needles SHINE One-on-One Medicare Florida Suncoast Chorus: American Join this knitting and crochet Counseling Song Book circle. Both experienced and novice SHINE is a free program offered Join us at the Countryside Library needleworkers are welcome. New by the Florida Department of Elder for a special musical performance of knitters can learn to create a basic scarf. Affairs and the local Area Agency on barbershop vocal harmonies presented More experienced crafters can bring Aging. Specially-trained volunteers can by the Florida Suncoast Chorus. Relax their own projects. assist you with Medicare, Medicaid and listen to some of America's best- • Fri., May 3-Aug. 30 and health insurance questions by known songs. Don't miss out on this • 2-3:30 p.m. providing one-on-one counseling unique musical experience. and information. Services are free, • Sun., June 23 Unconventional Art unbiased and confidential. Register at • 2-3 p.m. Join us for an exploration of the myclearwaterlibrary.librarymarket.com. unexpected. • Mon., May 6, 20, June 3, 17, • Mon., May 6, June 3, July 1, Aug. 5 July 1, 15, Aug. 5, 19 • 7-8:30 p.m. • 10:30 a.m-2:30 p.m. East Community Library Grow a Family Tree: Introducing The Book Group @ Countryside Tech Training Genealogy Join us for an interesting read, “The Reserve a half hour with a library Karen Fortin provides a general Day the World Came to Town: 9/11 staff member to learn how to use introduction to genealogical concepts, in Gander, Newfoundland” by Jim computers, Microsoft Word, library resources and methods for those DeFede. databases, e-readers, tablets and email. wishing to get started in personal • Thu., May 16 Reservations are limited to 30 minutes family history research. • 2:30-3:30 p.m. per person per day. • Wed., May 8 • Mon. • 1-2 p.m. • 3-5 p.m.

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Family Star Gazing Night Book Lovers’ Bistro See the moon and stars with our library Book discussion group meets to discuss telescope during this special evening past best sellers and popular titles. Call event. Enjoy space activities, challenges 562-4970 for discussion titles. and crafts for all ages prior to sunset. • Tue., May 7 • Tue., July 9 • Noon-1:30 p.m. • 7-9 p.m. Photography Workshops Want to improve your photography? Main Library Learn from a professional. • Tue., 6-8 p.m. Heritage Studio Open Hours • May 7: Product and Small Object Stop by the Heritage Studio to convert Photography your old formats to digital: VHS, • June 4: Ask a Pro (Bring Your Flix with Friends Betamax, miniDv, Hi8, Super 8 Cameras & Questions) Watch a movie on the last Monday of and Regular 8 film, slides, negatives, • July 2: Low Light and Long the month. Hang out with friends and photographs, vinyl records, reel-to-reel Exposures enjoy a newly released movie at the audio tape and more. • Aug. 6: Better Smartphone library. • Mon.-Thu., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Photography • Mon., 6-8 p.m. • Fri.-Sun., noon-4:30 p.m. • May 20: "Mortal Engines" (PG-13) Coffee & Crafts: Adult Crafting • June 24: "First Man" (PG-13) Maker Space Drop-In Make a fun craft of the month. Coffee • July 22: "Fantastic Beasts: The Use the library's equipment to explore, is encouraged. Materials are provided, Crimes of Grindelwald" (PG-13) learn and create. The Studios@Main and space is limited. Registration is • Aug. 26: "Creed II" (PG-13) has 3-D printers, micro-controllers, required. Photoshop and design software. • Wed., May 8, June 5, July 10 Ancestry.com: Searching the • Tue. & Thu. • 12:30-1:30 p.m., 5:30-6:30 p.m. Databases • Noon-4 p.m. Ancestry is one of the most popular Capturing Professional Videos and and extensive genealogical websites. Tech Help Photos on Your Smart Phone Join Karen Fortin as she provides a Reserve 45 minutes with a library staff Professional videographer John demonstration and explanation of member to learn how to use Microsoft Casimiro the various options for searching the Word, library databases, e-readers, tablets will answer website's many databases. She also and e-mail. Reservations are limited to questions and provides suggestions on how to search 45 minutes per person per day. offer tips on more effectively. • Wed. how to shoot • Wed., June 12 • 10:30 a.m.-1:45 p.m. professional • 7-8 p.m. videos and ESOL English Conversational photos on Board Game Boredom Buster Classes your smart Play board and card games that are fun Conversational classes are provided by phone, for the whole family. Bring your own the Literacy Council of Upper Pinellas. using light, games from home or discover a new Registration is not required. For more sound and game from the library's Thingamabrary information, call 298-3080, ext. 1724, composition collection. or visit http://lcup.net. and sharing • Thu., June 20, July 18 • Wed. your video and • 2-4 p.m. • 6-7:30 p.m. photos to social media. • Fri., May 10, 1-3 p.m. Culinary Spice Blending Facebook for Business • Tue., June 18, Aug. 20, 6-8 p.m. Techniques will be explored, and Learn how to leverage Facebook for materials provided to create your own your small business in this class by local Chess Club for Adults seasoning blends. This month's theme: entrepreneur Byron Brazzel. This chess club is for adults of all skill Baked Goods. Registration is required. • Sun., May 5, July 14 levels. Chess boards will be provided. The Clearwater Public Library System • 1-3 p.m. • Tue., June 11-Aug. 27 cannot guarantee that food served at • 1-3 p.m. this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy or other allergens. • Sat., June 22 • 2-4 p.m.

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SHINE One-on-One Medicare Video Editing with Premiere Circulo de Lectura Counseling Elements Este es un grupo de discusión de libros SHINE is a free program offered Learn to edit video easily and en español. Para información y títulos by the Florida Department of Elder inexpensively using Adobe Premiere de libros, llame al 562-4970. Affairs and your local Area Agency on Elements at Clearwater Main Library. • Wed., May 22 Library Aging. Specially-trained volunteers This two-part, hands-on course will • 1-3 p.m. can assist with Medicare, Medicaid introduce you to post-production and health insurance questions by video. Registration is required. Canvases and Classics Adult providing one-on-one counseling • Fri., May 17, 24, July 19, 26 Group Painting and information. Services are free, • 1-3 p.m. Everyone will make the same painting, unbiased and confidential. Register at adding their own creative flare, while myclearwaterlibrary.librarymarket.com. Bead Embroidery for Adults listening to some classic tunes. Designs • Mon., May 13, June 10, 24, Learn from Etsy-selling professional, will change each class. Join us once July 8, 22, Aug. 12, 26 Eleanor Pigman, on how to a month with local painter Amanda • 10:30 a.m-2:30 p.m. intricately string beads in a pattern LaForest, and let your artistic side to make beautiful images. Materials shine. Registration is required. SCORE Programs are provided, and space is limited. • Wed., May 22, June 12, July 17 SCORE mentors and representatives Registration is required. • 5:30-7:30 p.m. from the local business community • Mon., May 20 conduct a variety of educational • 5-6:30 p.m. Heritage Studio Craft Series workshops that provide valuable Have old photos sitting around and information and techniques necessary Etsy: Craft Entrepreneurship don't know what to do with them? for establishing and managing a Program for Sellers Bring them to the Heritage Studio and successful business. For new craft entrepreneurs, the get creative. There will be a different • Tue., May 28, June 11, July 9, prospect of opening an online business craft project each month. Aug. 13 is exciting, challenging and scary all at • Thu., May 23, June 27, July 25, • 6-8 p.m. the same time. This five-part course Aug. 22 teaches you how to market your crafts • 4 p.m. Photo Editing with Photoshop on Etsy. This series includes sessions Elements on pricing, marketing, social media Whether you're a beginner with and photography and is presented a camera phone or a seasoned by experienced Etsy vendor Eleanor photographer with the latest DSLR, Pigman. It’s the perfect introduction to professional photographer Lance becoming an Etsy seller. Registration is Rothstein will walk you through his required. image-editing process step-by-step and • Sun., May 19, 26, June 2, 9, 16 help you to unlock the full potential • Sun., Aug. 4, 11, 18, 25, Sept. 1 of your images. We'll use Photoshop • 2-4 p.m. Elements and touch on a variety of other image-editing applications to give you a new perspective on creative picture-making. Registration is required. • Tue., May 14, June 11, July 9, Aug. 13 • 6-8 p.m.

Go Van Gogh Adult Drawing Class Learn to draw like a pro. Even if you’ve never drawn before, you will leave with a basic understanding. Pencils, charcoal and paper will be provided. Program is for ages 16 and older; registration is required. • Wed., May 15, 5:30-7 p.m. • Sat., June 22, 12:30-2 p.m.

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Audio for Video Graphic Design for Beginners Professional videographer John Learn the basics of creating logos and North Greenwood Casimiro will show you how to branding for any media through free Library effectively add audio to your videos. software from an industry professional. This hands-on course will offer tips and Registration is required. Scan It! Record It! tricks on how to master audio using • Sun., June 23, July 21 Save your treasured memories to a microphones and applying mixers and • 1-3 p.m. flash drive using our high-tech scanner. effects using Adobe Premiere Elements. Then, record your family's history in Registration is required. Chess Simul: Play a Chess Master your own voice using our hand-held • Fri., May 31, Aug. 2 Do you think you’re pretty good at microphone. Registration is required. • 1-3 p.m. chess? If so, here is your chance to • Mon.-Fri. play a chess master. Corey Acor will • During library hours Family Star Gazing Night simultaneous play 20 people at the See the moon and stars with our library same time during this special chess Résumé Fixer Upper telescope during this special evening simul. Spots are limited; register at Applying for a job? Drop by or give us event. Enjoy space activities, challenges myclearwaterlibrary.com. a call to reserve your spot for a session and crafts for all ages prior to sunset. • Wed., June 26 to fix your résumé, or even start from • Tue., June 11 • 6-8 p.m. scratch. Learn how to craft a résumé • 7-9 p.m. that will help you land that interview Social Media Marketing using the library’s comprehensive Heritage Studio's Biographical Learn about the most important database, Career Transitions. Adventure Series aspects of social media marketing, such Registration is required. Join us as Keith takes you on a as overviews, trends, strategies and • Mon.-Fri. biographical adventure. emerging social networks from local • During library hours • Wed., 6 p.m. entrepreneur Byron Brazzel. • June 12: Learn about the birth • Sun., June 30 Tech Help of the Space Age and the life of • 1-3 p.m. Reserve time with a library staff Russian cosmonaut Yuri Gagarin, member to learn how to use Microsoft the first person to journey into Video for YouTube Word, library databases, e-readers, space and orbit the Earth. Want to be a YouTube star? Start with tablets and email. • July 10: Learn about the life of the basics at this workshop including • Fri. the courageous, yet humble, first creating a YouTube account, uploading • Noon-4 p.m. man to walk on the moon, Neil videos, running a channel and Armstrong, and the exhilarating monetizing your content. Professional Adult Game Night lunar missions that kept the world videographer John Casimiro will also Game night isn’t for kids anymore. spellbound. answer questions and offer tips for Board games will be provided by the YouTube success. library’s Thingamabrary collection, or • Tue., July 16 bring your own game. • 6-8 p.m. • Tue., May 7 • 5-7:30 p.m.

Family Star Gazing Night See the moon and stars with our library telescope during this special evening event. Enjoy space activities, challenges and crafts for all ages prior to sunset. • Wed., July 10 • 7-9 p.m.

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Musical Spaceship with Mr. Brad Mr. Brad brings his high-energy musical fun to the library as we explore space. It's out of this world. Groups of 10 or more must register with a staff Library TEEN member at 562-4970. • Tue., July 16 Programs • 2-3 p.m.

Family Concert with Jack Hartmann Enjoy the music of professional children's recording artist Jack Hartmann. Groups of 10 or more must register with a staff member at 562-4970. • Tue., July 23 Beach Library Science Tellers: Aliens This is a unique program of exciting • 2-3 p.m. experiments and dynamic storytelling. Julie Austin Concert Mother's Day Terrarium Workshop Groups of 10 or more must register Create your own landscape of with a staff member at 562-4970. This lively and interactive concert miniature plants in a glass container • Tue., June 18 features Julie Austin playing guitar, for someone you love. All materials are • 2-3 p.m. ukulele and auto harp as her audience included, and take home a beautiful sings, moves, does sign language and terrarium to keep or give as a gift. Magic with Cesar Domico actively participates in storytelling. Registration is required. Experience unforgettable laughs and Groups of 10 or more must register • Tue., May 7 illusions with magician Cesar Domico. with a staff member at 562-4970. • 3-4:30 p.m. Groups of 10 or more must register • Tue., July 30 with a staff member at 562-4970. • 2-3 p.m. Family Star Gazing Night • Tue., June 25 Outer-Space Workshop See the moon and stars with our library • 2-3 p.m. telescope during this special evening Explore outer space through various event. Enjoy space activities, challenges Family Drum Circle STEAM activities that will stimulate and crafts for all ages prior to sunset. Join us for a fun-filled drumming your imagination. • Wed., June 12 circle presented by Giving Tree • Thu., June 27 • 7-9 p.m. Music. Instruments will be provided • 2:30-3:30 p.m. for everyone. Groups of 10 or more Family Star Gazing Night Countryside Library must register with a staff member at 562-4970. See the moon and stars with our library telescope during this special evening Summer Reading Kick-Off • Tue., July 2 • 2-3 p.m. event with David Stoner. Sign up for “A Universe of Stories” • Mon., July 8 summer reading, make a craft with the Mad Science Space: A Universe of • 7:30-9 p.m. space-tacular Miss Jill and pick a book. Science All ages are welcome. • Tue., June 11 Help us celebrate the 50th anniversary • 2-3 pm of the first human on the moon with Mad Science. Explore rocket Kids Chess Club aerodynamics, thrust, motion and This chess program is for kids and trajectory to see what it took to get to teens of all levels. Bring your own chess the moon, and investigate the moon, board and pieces if you can. There is no its phases and eclipses. Groups of 10 or program July 31. more must register with a staff member • Wed. at 562-4970. • 3-4:30 p.m. • Tue., July 9 • 2-3 p.m.

10 MyClearwater Library: Teen Library

C'side Book Bash Flix with Friends BINGO-Bang Theory Celebrate the end of summer and Watch a movie after classes on the last Join us for some fun, outer-space the beginning of the school year with Monday of the month. Hang out with themed versions of the classic game the Countryside Library and the friends, and enjoy a newly released BINGO for a chance to win an Countryside Recreation Center. There movie at the library. assortment of small prizes. will be crafts, games and free backpacks • Mon., 6-8 p.m. • Wed., July 3 while supplies last. • May 20: "Mortal Engines" (PG-13) • 2-3 p.m. • Thu., Aug. 1 • June 24: "First Man" (PG-13) • 2-3:30 p.m. • July 22: "Fantastic Beasts: The Family Star Gazing Night Crimes of Grindelwald" (PG-13) See the moon and stars with our library • Aug. 26: "Creed II" (PG-13) telescope during this special evening East Community Library event. Enjoy space activities, challenges Magic with Cesar Domico and crafts for all ages prior to sunset. Afterthoughts: A Young Adult Book Experience unforgettable laughs and • Tue., July 9 Club illusions with magician Cesar Domico. • 7-9 p.m. This monthly book club is for all • Mon., June 10 readers who are interested in Young • 2-3 p.m. Perler Bead Crafternoon Adult literature. This relaxed, informal Use Perler Beads to create designs program happens every month. Discuss Musical Spaceship with Mr. Brad that can be transformed into pop the chosen young adult book of the Mr. Brad brings his high-energy art, pictures, coasters, magnets and month; what we loved, what we hated musical fun to Clearwater library as we more. With a little bit of patience and what we still have questions about. explore space. It's out of this world. and a regular household iron, Perler • Thu., May 2, June 6, July 11, Aug., 1 • Mon., June 17 Beads are a fun way to get creative. All • 6-7 p.m. • 2-3 p.m. materials will be provided. Registration is required. Grow a Family Tree: Introducing Board Game Boredom Buster • Wed., July 10 Genealogy Bored at home during summer break? • 2-4 p.m. Join us as Karen Fortin provides a Come to the library for a fun game day. general introduction to genealogical Play board and card games that are fun MOSI Star Lab - Tales of the Night concepts, resources and methods for for the whole family. Bring your own Sky those wishing to get started in personal games from home, or discover a new MOSI's portable planetarium can family history research. game from the library's Thingamabrary recreate the nighttime sky complete • Wed., May 8 collection. with stars, galaxies and constellations. • 1-2 p.m. • Thu., June 20, July 18 Learn how to interpret the night sky, • 2-4 p.m. and listen to stories about the stars. Makin' Ukulele Music: Kids Strum Registration is required. & Sing Giving Tree Drumming • Mon., July 15 This program is led by members of the Join us for a fun-filled drumming • 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m., Tampa Bay Ukulele Society. Review circle presented by Giving Tree Music. 3:30 p.m., 5 p.m. the chords C, Am, F & G7, and teach Instruments will be provided for these chords to new participants. everyone. Family Paint Pouring Bring your ukulele if you have one. A • Mon., June 24 Explore the world of acrylic paint limited number of loaner ukuleles will • 2-3 p.m. pouring, and discover your inner be available. Parents are encouraged artist. Learn how to properly mix your to play along or sing with us. This Rocket to Outer Space Crafts paint, and after a little practice, pour program is recommended for children It's time to blast off into a galaxy of fun your own canvas. All supplies will be ages 8 and older. outer-space crafts. Make a rocket ship included. It is suggested you come • Sat., May 11, June 8, July 13, to explore other planets, create your dressed to paint. Space is limited; Aug. 10 own aliens and make UFOs. It’s fun for registration is required. • 3-4:30 p.m. the entire family. • Sat., July 20 • Sat., June 29 • 2-3:30 p.m. • 2-3:30 p.m. DunnDee Farms Reptile Show Learn how reptiles adapt to different environments as DunnDee Farms brings live reptiles to this event. • Mon., July 29 • 2-3 p.m.

Summer 11 Library:Teen Library

Friday Family Films Enjoy a weekly family movie. • Fri., 1-3 p.m. • June 14: “Incredibles 2” (PG) • June 21: “Spider-Man: Into the Spider-Verse” (PG) • June 28: “Ralph Breaks the Internet” (PG) Teen Takeover Tuesdays: Virtual • July 12: “Mary Poppins Returns” Reality & Multimedia Orientation (PG) Learn how to run our green screen • July 19: “Wonder” (PG) and transport yourself (in pictures) • July 26: “LEGO® Movie 2” (PG) to the beach, under the ocean, even Main Library into another country by the click of a Teen After-Hours Lock-In computer mouse. Our Youth Oculus The library is closed, but we are still Go will also be debuted. Join us for here playing. Join us for after-hours Game On! a multimedia virtual reality teen games, technology and maybe a dance Play video games, board games, experience. party. Registration is required. Dungeons & Dragons and trading card • Tue., May 7, 21, June 4-18 • Fri., June 14 games. Gaming consoles and board • 5-6 p.m. • 4:30-7:30 p.m. games will be provided. Bring your own trading card decks and handheld Saturday Slime Star Stories: Greek Myths gaming devices. Saturday Slime is all about creating all The ancient Greeks named the star • Wed., May 1-Aug. 28 kinds of gooey, sticky, wonderful slime. constellations in the sky after their • 5-7 p.m. Registration is not required. myths and folktales. Katie Adams • Sat., June 8, 29, July 20 performs these myths with colorful Pokémon League • 2-2:45 p.m. shadow puppets, storytelling and Bring your Pokémon team via audience participation. handheld video games or trading cards Summer Kick-Off • Mon., June 17 as we discover just what it takes to Prepare for out-of-this-world reading. • 2-3 p.m. become a Pokémon master. Novice and Explore our space stations, and register experienced players alike are welcome your family for summer reading. Summertime Chess to participate in crafts and other • Mon., June 10 Play chess with a worthy opponent, activities. • 2-3 p.m. or learn the game from experienced • Sun., May 12, June 9, July 14, teen volunteers. Meet in the Discovery Aug. 11 Family Star Gazing Night Studio. This program is for students in • 2-4 p.m. See the moon and stars with our library grades K-12. telescope during this special evening • Tue., June 18-Aug. 6 International Tabletop Day event. Enjoy space activities, challenges • 3:30-5 p.m. International Tabletop Day was and crafts for all ages prior to sunset. founded by Geek and Sundry as • Tue., June 11 DunnDee Farms Reptile Show a way for the world to celebrate • 7-9 p.m. Learn how reptiles adapt to different tabletop gaming together. Teens, environments as DunnDee Farms youth and their families are invited to brings live reptiles to this performance. visit the youth floor to participate in Groups of 10 or more must register different board games, card games and with a staff member at 562-4970. Dungeons & Dragons. • Mon., July 8 • Sat., June 1 • 2-3 p.m. • 1-3 p.m.

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Stranger Things Party D.I.Y. Planet Lamp Space Slime! Celebrate the release of Stranger Design your own stellar planet lamp Create gorgeous, glittery, galaxy slime. Things season 3 with games, crafts and made from small touch lamps that Registration is required. Program is activities. Haven't see the new season you can bring home. The library will recommended for ages 7 and older. yet? No spoilers here! provide all materials; registration is • Tue., July 23 • Thu., July 11 required. Program is recommended for • 3-4 p.m. • 2-3:30 p.m. ages 8 and older. • Tue., July 9 2019: An Escape Odyssey • 3-4 p.m. Work in groups in this escape room challenge to solve riddles and find clues North Greenwood Family Star Gazing Night to escape the ship before the computer Library See the moon and stars with our library takes over. Compete against other telescope during this special evening groups to see who can escape the fastest Galactic Gaming event. Enjoy space activities, challenges and win for cleverest team. Teams will There is a space for you to play a and crafts for all ages prior to sunset. be groups of six or less. Program is variety of video games on WiiU or • Wed., July 10 recommended for ages 10 and older. PS4, and board games or card games • 7-9 p.m. • Thu., July 25 each Monday afternoon this summer at • 3-4 p.m. the library. Program is recommended Solar System Necklaces for ages 7 and older. Create a necklace featuring the Planetary Pom-Poms • Mon., June 10-July 29 planets of our solar system. Paint Make yarn pom-poms designed to look • 3-5 p.m. wooden beads to resemble the planets, like your favorite planets. Program is and create your own solar system recommended for ages 8 and older. Star Wars Celebration accessories. Program is recommended • Tue., July 30 Come Solo or with the whole family for ages 8 and older. • 3-4 p.m. to celebrate all things Star Wars. There • Tue., July 16 will be trivia, games, photo prop • 3-5 p.m. Intergalactic End-of-Summer opportunities and more. Celebration • Thu., June 13 Movie and Perler Beads: Space Jam Celebrate the end of this year’s summer • 3-4:30 p.m. Join the Looney Tunes® and Michael reading program with games and good Jordan in a classic family film times. All who participated in the Nebula Art adventure while creating your own summer reading program are welcome. Paint your own unique work of art perler bead copies of your favorite • Thu., Aug. 1 with dramatic nebula paintings. characters from the movie. Movie is • 3-5 p.m. There will be space for 25 painters; rated PG; program is recommended for registration is required. Program is ages 6 and older. recommended for ages 10 and older. • Thu., July 18 • Tue., June 18 • 3-5:30 p.m. • 3-4:30 p.m.

Movie and Perler Beads: Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2 Craft perler bead creations while watching Guardians of the Galaxy, Vol. 2 (PG-13). Program is recommended for ages 13 and older. • Thu., June 20 • 3-5:30 p.m.

Sew Your Own Alien Pal Come to the library to sew your own stuffed felt alien. These adorable pals are easy to create but will require the use of sewing needles. Get ready to create and learn a couple different simple stitches. Program is recommended for ages 8 and older. • Tue., June 25 • 3-4:30 p.m.

Summer 13 Library: Youth

Summer Reading Kick-Off Sign up for “A Universe of Stories” summer reading program, make a craft with the space-tacular Miss Jill and pick a book. All ages are welcome. Library YOUTH • Tue., June 11 Programs • 2-3 pm Kids Chess Club This chess program is for kids of all levels. Bring your own chess board and pieces if you can. No program on July 31. • Wed. • 3-4:30 p.m. Beach Library Countryside Library Family Storytime Enjoy a fun learning experience Mother's Day Terrarium Workshop Little Learners with stories, plays, songs and crafts. Create your own landscape of Ready your child for preschool with Although geared for early elementary, miniature plants in a glass container interactive storytime and crafts, all ages are welcome. for someone you love. All materials are followed by after-hours book club for • Thu., June 13-Aug. 1 included, and take home a beautiful older participants. • 10:30-11:15 a.m. terrarium to keep or give as a gift. • Thu., May 2, 9 Science Tellers: Aliens Registration is required. • 10:30-11:15 a.m. • Tue., May 7 This unique program features exciting • 3-4:30 p.m. Music with Mr. Brad experiments and dynamic storytelling. Join Mr. Brad for an interactive and Groups of 10 or more must register Family Star Gazing Night educational musical performance. with a staff member at 562-4970. See the moon and stars with our library • Thu., May 16 • Tue., June 18 telescope during this special evening • Tue., June 4 • 2-3 p.m. event. Enjoy space activities, challenges • 10:30-11:15 a.m. Magic with Cesar Domico and crafts for all ages prior to sunset. • Wed., June 12 Little Ones - Toddler Two Step Experience unforgettable laughs and • 7-9 p.m. This program is for little ones up to age illusions with magician Cesar Domico. 3. Play areas allow toddlers to use fine- Groups of 10 or more must register Musical Spaceship with Mr. Brad and gross-motor skills, followed by a with a staff member at 562-4970. Mr. Brad brings his high-energy, mini storytime. • Tue., June 25 musical fun to the library as we explore • Tue., May 7 • 2-3 p.m. space. It's out of this world. • 10:30-11 a.m. Outer-Space Workshops Groups of 10 or more must register with a staff member at 562-4970. Family Art Explore outer space through various • Wed., June 19 Awaken the artist within and explore STEAM (science, technology, • 4-5 p.m. different types of art. All ages are engineering, arts and math) activities welcome. that stimulate the imagination. Julie Austin • Thu., June 6 • Thu., June 27 This lively, interactive concert features • 10:30-11:15 a.m. • 2:30-3:30 p.m. Julie Austin playing guitar, ukulele Family Drum Circle and auto harp as her audience sings, Toddler Time moves, does sign language and actively • Tue., 10:30-11 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled drumming participates in storytelling. Groups of • June 11 & July 23: Zumbini with circle presented by Giving Tree 10 or more must register with a staff Miss Mary Music. Instruments will be provided member at 562-4970. • June 18: Music with Mikey and Jo for everyone. Groups of 10 or more • Wed., July 17 • June 25 & July 30: Stroller Barre must register with a staff member at • 4-5 p.m. • July 9: Music with Mr. Brad 562-4970. • July 16: Music with Miss Karen • Tue., July 2 • 2-3 p.m.

14 MyClearwater Groups of 10 or more must register with a staff member at 562-4970. Library: Youth Library

Family Star Gazing Night Doggone Reading Fun See the moon and stars with our library East Community Library Paws for Friendship, Inc. brings telescope during this special evening therapy-trained dogs for 20-minute event with David Stoner. Signing Time for Babies & Toddlers reading sessions. Reluctant readers, • Mon., July 8 Ms. Cathee from the Deaf Literacy or children who might not enjoy • 7:30-9 p.m. Center will teach you how to sign reading aloud, are often eager to read with your child. This fun, interactive in the presence of an adoring and Mad Science Space: A Universe of American Sign Language class teaches non-judgmental pup. Call to reserve a Science you how to include signs naturally 20-minute reading session. Walk-ins Help us celebrate the 50th anniversary while interacting with your child will be accommodated on a space- of the first human on the moon through daily routines, playtime, available basis. with Mad Science. Explore rocket storytime and music. • Tue., May 14, Aug. 13 aerodynamics, thrust, motion and • Wed., May 1, June 5, July 3, Aug. 7 • 4-5:30 p.m. trajectory to see what it took to get to • 10:30-11 a.m. the moon, and investigate the moon, Once Upon a Cuento: Bilingual its phases and eclipses. Groups of 10 or Homework Help Storytime more must register with a staff member Bright Futures scholars assist This bilingual storytime is fun for both at 562-4970. elementary-aged children with Spanish and non-Spanish speakers. • Tue., July 9 homework and reading. Call to Build language skills while enjoying • 2-3 p.m. reserve a 30-minute session up to one stories, songs, crafts and more. The week in advance. Walk-ins will be ideal time to learn a second language Musical Spaceship with Mr. Brad accommodated on a space-available is when children are young. We Mr. Brad brings his high-energy basis and may be limited to 20 encourage active participation from musical fun to the library as we explore minutes. There is no homework help accompanying adults. space. It's out of this world. Groups of on holidays or during school breaks. • Wed., May 15, June 19, July 17, 10 or more must register with a staff • Thu., May 2, 9, 16 Aug. 21 member at 562-4970. • Mon., May 6, 13 • 10:30-11:15 a.m. • Tue., July 16 • 3:30-5:30 p.m. • 2-3 p.m. Books, Beats & Bubbles! Fun Side of Math: Everyday Join us for a high-energy, non- Family Concert with Jack Hartmann Algebra traditional storytime featuring fun Enjoy the music of professional Have fun learning math with games children's music, movement, bubbles children's recording artist Jack and food. Program is for children ages and a story or two. This program is for Hartmann. Groups of 10 or more 7-13. Registration is required. children ages 18 months to 4 years. must register with a staff member at • Tue., May 7 • Wed., May 22, June 26, July 24, 562-4970. • 5:30-6:30 p.m. Aug. 28 • Tue., July 23 • 10:30-11 a.m. • 2-3 p.m. Music with Mr. Brad This high-energy music performance is Budding Bookworms Julie Austin Concert for babies, toddlers and preschoolers. Help your preschooler get ready This lively, interactive concert features • Wed., May 8, June 12, July 10, to read. Join us weekly for a fun, Julie Austin playing guitar, ukulele Aug. 14 interactive, early literacy program and auto harp as her audience sings, • 11-11:45 a.m. designed for children ages 3-5. moves, does sign language and actively Children will build language skills participates in storytelling. Groups of Makin' Ukulele Music: Kids Strum while enjoying stories, songs, crafts and 10 or more must register with a staff & Sing more. There is no program July 4. member at 562-4970. This program is led by members of the • Thu., June 6-July 25 • Tue., July 30 Tampa Bay Ukulele Society. Review • 10:30-11:15 a.m. • 2-3 p.m. the chords C, Am, F & G7, and teach these chords to new participants. Musical Spaceship with Mr. Brad C'side Book Bash Bring your ukulele if you have one. A Mr. Brad brings his high-energy Celebrate the end of summer and limited number of loaner ukuleles will musical fun to the library as we explore the beginning of the school year be available. Parents are encouraged space. It's out of this world. Groups of with the Countryside Library and to play along or sing with us. This 10 or more must register with a staff the Countryside Recreation Center. program is recommended for children member at 562-4970. There will be crafts, games and free ages 8 and older. • Mon., June 17 backpacks. While supplies last. • Sat., May 11, June 8, July 13, • 2-3 p.m. • Thu., Aug. 1 Aug. 10 • 2-3:30 p.m. • 3-4:30 p.m.

Groups of 10 or more must register with a staff member at 562-4970. Summer 15 Library: Youth

Magic with Cesar Domico Experience unforgettable laughs and illusions with magician Cesar Domico. Groups of 10 or more must register with a staff member at 562-4970. Library • Mon., June 10 • 2-3 p.m. Giving Tree Drumming Join us for a fun-filled drumming Reading Buddies circle presented by Giving Tree High school volunteers offer reading Music. Instruments will be provided assistance during 30-minute sessions for everyone. Groups of 10 or more to children in pre-kindergarten to must register with a staff member at grade 5. Online registration is required. 562-4970. Call the library if you need assistance • Mon., June 24 registering. • 2-3 p.m. • Tue., June 11, 18, 25, July 2, 9, 16, 23, 30 Glow-in-the-Dark Play Dough • Fri., June 14, 21, 28, July 5, 12, 19, Learn how to make our own play 26, Aug. 2 dough at the library. Afterward, enjoy • 2-4 p.m. playing with it, and take it home to have even more fun. Perler Bead Crafternoon Galactic Slime • Wed., June 26 Use perler beads to create designs Love slime and space? Come whip up • 2-3 p.m. that can be transformed into pop art, a batch of your very own galaxy slime pictures, coasters, magnets and more. that will be out of this world. Space is Movie-gazer: "WALL-E" With a little patience and a regular limited. Registration is required. Join us for the space-themed movie, household iron, perler beads are a fun • Wed., June 12 "WALL-E." way to get creative. All materials will be • 2-3 p.m. • Thu., June 27 provided. Registration is required. • 2-4 p.m. • Wed., July 10 LEGO® Free Build • 2-4 p.m. Make and create your own world using Rocket to Outer Space Crafts Jeopardy Goes to Space LEGO®. Work individually or as a It's time to blast off into a galaxy of fun team, and bring your creativity. All outer-space crafts. Make a rocket ship Join us for a special kid-friendly, supplies will be provided; leave your to explore other planets, create your space-themed edition of the popular LEGOs® at home. Just bring your own aliens and make UFOs. It’s fun for television show, Jeopardy! Test your imagination. the entire family. knowledge of outer space, and get the • Thu., June 13 • Sat., June 29 chance to earn a small prize. • 2-3 p.m. • 2-3:30 p.m. • Thu., July 11 • 2-3 p.m. Planetary Painting Space: A Universe of Science MOSI Star Lab - Tales of the Night Create your own universe with a brush Help us celebrate the 50th anniversary Sky and paint. Experiment with different of the first human on the moon methods of painting while making with Mad Science. Explore rocket MOSI's portable planetarium can your own galaxy on paper. Space is aerodynamics, thrust, motion and recreate the nighttime sky complete limited. Registration is required. trajectory to see what it took to get to with stars, galaxies and constellations. • Wed., June 19 the moon, and investigate the moon, Learn how to interpret the night sky, • 2-3 p.m. its phases and eclipses. Groups of 10 or and listen to stories about the stars. more must register with a staff member Registration is required. Board Game Boredom Busters at 562-4970. • Mon., July 15 Play board and card games that are fun • Mon., July 8 • 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 2 p.m., 3:30 for the whole family. Bring your own • 2-3 p.m. p.m., 5 p.m. games from home, or discover a new DIY Space"craft" game from the library's Thingamabrary Family Star Gazing Night collection. See the moon and stars with our library Make your own spaceship to travel to • Thu., June 20, July 18 telescope during this special evening infinity and beyond. All materials are • 2-4 p.m. event. Enjoy space activities, challenges provided. Space is limited. Registration and crafts for all ages prior to sunset. is required. • Tue., July 9 • Wed., July 17 • 7-9 p.m. • 2-3 p.m.

16 MyClearwater Groups of 10 or more must register with a staff member at 562-4970. Library: Youth Library

Baby Blast Off This is a gentle introduction to literacy through stories, songs and fingerplays. Stay for play and social time after the program, which is for infants up to 24 months. No program Aug. 5 and 12. • Mon., May 6-Aug. 26 • 10:30-11:15 a.m.

Mikey & Jo Sing-along and Dance Party Mikey & Jo bring their high-energy dance party to the library. • Tue., May 7, 21 • 10:30-11 a.m.

Pokémon League Bring your Pokémon team via handheld video games or trading cards as we discover just what it takes to become a Pokémon master. Novice and experienced players alike are welcome to participate in crafts and other Family Paint Pouring Movie-gazer: "Zathura" activities. Explore the world of acrylic paint Join us for the space-themed movie, • Sun., May 12, June 9, July 14, pouring, and discover your inner artist. "Zathura: A Space Adventure." Aug. 11 Learn how to properly mix your paint, • Thu., July 25 • 2-4 p.m. and after a little practice, pour your • 2-4 p.m. own canvas. All supplies are included. Wonder Rockets with Challenge It is suggested you come dressed to DunnDee Farms Reptile Show Island paint. Space is limited. Registration is Learn how reptiles adapt to different Join Challenge Island and make required. environments as DunnDee Farms connections to the book, “Wonder,” • Sat., July 20 brings live reptiles to this event. and understand how we are all • 2-3:30 p.m. • Mon., July 29 wonders. Collaborate with others • 2-3 p.m. to build a foam rocket using the Color Express Mobile Painting engineering process. Program is for ages Party 7-12. An instructor will guide students • Mon., May 20 through creating a beautiful painting Main Library • 4:30-5:30 p.m. on heavy cardstock. Class is limited to 100 students. First come, first served. Wii Game Too International Tabletop Day Groups of 10 or more must register Enjoy an extra day of gaming activities International Tabletop Day was with a staff member at 562-4970. just for kids with video games, board founded by Geek and Sundry as a way • Mon., July 22 games and trading cards. Gaming for the world to celebrate tabletop • 2-3 p.m. consoles and board games will be gaming together. Teens, youth and provided. Bring your own trading card their families are invited to the youth Moon Sand Art decks and handheld gaming devices. floor to participate in different board While this sand may not have actually • Every other Thu., May 2-Aug. 15 games, card games and Dungeons & come from the moon, it can still make • 4-5:30 p.m. Dragons. stellar creations. Join us to create • Sat., June 1 unique sand art crafts. All materials will Great Migration Challenge • 1-3 p.m. be provided; just bring the creativity. What hazards face migratory birds? Space is limited. Registration is Play the part of a bird and see if you Family Concert with Jack Hartmann required. can make it safely to your winter Enjoy the music of professional • Wed., July 24 grounds in this Project Wild Great children's recording artist Jack • 2-3 p.m. Migration Challenge. Program is for Hartmann. ages 7-14. • Mon., June 3 • Sat., May 4 • 2-3 p.m. • 2-3 p.m.

Groups of 10 or more must register with a staff member at 562-4970. Summer 17 Library: Youth

Little Ones Music and Stories This active story time is designed for toddlers. Each week, explore a new theme with fun songs to dance and sing to, lots of movement and stories. Library There is no program Aug. 6 and 13. • Tue., June 4-Aug. 27 Summer STEAM Lab • 10:30-11:15 a.m. Explore science, investigate new technologies, engineer projects, create STEAM Junior: Boats art and infuse math during our weekly Learn to design and engineer wind- Summer STEAM (science, technology, powered boats that really sail. Wear engineering, arts and math) labs. clothes you don’t mind getting a Registration is required. little wet. Test your boat in water and • Tue., June 11, 25, July 2, 9, 16, Star Stories: Greek Myths perform sink and float experiments. 23, 30 The ancient Greeks named the star Register early; space is limited. • 5:30-6:30 p.m. constellations in the sky after their • Wed., June 5 myths and folktales. Katie Adams • 11 a.m.-noon STEAM Junior: Gone Buggy performs these myths with colorful Who hasn't been bitten by a mosquito? shadow puppets, storytelling and Saturday Slime Join us in taking a closer look at the audience participation. Groups of 10 or Saturday Slime is all about creating all pesky insect known to make us itch. more must register with a staff member kinds of gooey, sticky, wonderful slime. Explore his thriving environment, at 562-4970. Registration is not required. observe mosquito body parts under a • Mon., June 17 • Sat., June 8, 29, July 20 microscope and create our very own • 2-3 p.m. • 2-2:45 p.m. mosquito craft model. • Sat., Aug. 7 Space Academy Junior Lego® Masters • 11 a.m.-noon Children ages 6 and younger are Show off your building skill in this invited to an exploration of outer space timed challenge. Each week will MOSI 3-2-1 Blast Off! through stories, songs and crafts. feature a different theme. Winners Engage in the race to space while • Wed., June 19, July 10, July 24 will be selected to have their works in defying gravity by designing and • 10:30-11:30 a.m. the display case on the Youth floor. launching rockets. Explore the physical Program is for ages 6-12. forces behind the motion to help Space Academy Camp • Sun., June 9-July 28 your rocket reach its destination. Our Space Academy needs a few good • 12:30-1:30 p.m. Registration is required. recruits. Learn about the facts and • Wed., June 12 fictions of space. Sign up for one day Summer Kick-Off • 11 a.m., 12:30 p.m., 1:15 p.m., or all four. Prepare for out of this world reading. 2:45 p.m., 4:15 p.m., 5:45 p.m. • Mon.-Thu., June 24-27; July 29- Explore our space stations and register Aug. 1 your family for summer reading. Friday Family Films • 2-4 p.m. • Mon., June 10 Enjoy a weekly family movie. • June 24 & July 29: Technology • 2-3 p.m. • Fri., 1-3 p.m. Training: Galactic coding & virtual • June 14: “Incredibles 2” (PG) reality space simulation Family Star Gazing Night • June 21: “Spider-Man: Into the • June 25 & July 30: Interstellar See the moon and stars with our library Spider-Verse” (PG) Art: Let space inspire you. Become telescope during this special evening • June 28: “Ralph Breaks the galactic artists, create works of art event. Enjoy space activities, challenges Internet” (PG) and participate in other out-of-this- and crafts for all ages prior to sunset. • July 12: “Mary Poppins Returns” world activities • Tue., June 11 • July 19: “Wonder” (PG) • June 26 & July 31: Do you have • 7-9 p.m. • July 26: “LEGO® Movie 2” (PG) what it takes to be an astronaut? • June 27 & Aug. 1: Close encounters Summertime Chess • Sign up for each theme only once Play chess with a worthy opponent, or learn the game from experienced Crafty Kids Camp teen volunteers. Meet in the Discovery Get galactic and make some spacey Studio. Program is for students in summer crafts. There will be a different grades K-12. craft every day. • Tue., June 18-Aug. 6 • Mon.-Wed., July 1-3 • 3:30-5 p.m. • 2-4 p.m.

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Galactic Gaming There is a space for you to play a variety of video games on WiiU or PS4, and board games, or card games each Monday afternoon. Program is recommended for ages 7 and older. • Mon., June 10-July 29 • 3-5 p.m.

Galaxy Rocks! Rock Painting Paint rocks with galaxy patterns, planets and anything stellar. The library will provide paint and rocks. Program STEAM Junior: Planes is recommended for ages 6 and older. Prepare to take flight! Children will • Tue., June 11 each design, build and test their own • 3-4 p.m. little planes. As children manipulate wing placement, body length and Science Tellers: Aliens Giving Tree Drumming weight to create planes that actually Join us for a fun-filled drumming soar, they’ll learn about important This unique program features exciting experiments and dynamic storytelling. circle presented by Giving Tree concepts, such as force, motion, angles, Music. Instruments will be provided trajectory and aerodynamics. Register Groups of 10 or more must register with a staff member at 562-4970. for everyone. Groups of 10 or more early; space is limited. Program is for must register with a staff member at ages 4-6. • Mon., July 22 • 2-3 p.m. 562-4970. • Wed., July 3 • Wed., June 12 • 11 a.m.-noon Julie Austin • 3-4 p.m. This lively and interactive concert DunnDee Farms Reptile Show Star Wars Celebration Learn how reptiles adapt to different features Julie Austin playing guitar, ukulele and auto harp as the audience Come "Solo" or with the whole family environments as DunnDee Farms to celebrate all things Star Wars. Have brings live reptiles to this performance. sings, moves, does sign language and actively participates in storytelling. fun with trivia, games, photo prop Groups of 10 or more must register opportunities and more. with a staff member at 562-4970. • Tue., Aug. 6 • 11 a.m.-noon • Thu., June 13 • Mon., July 8 • 3-4:30 p.m. • 2-3 p.m. Nebula Art Color Express Mobile Painting North Greenwood Paint your own unique work of art. Party There will be space for 25 painters. Students will create a beautiful painting Library Registration is required. Program is on heavy cardstock. Class is limited to recommended for ages 10 and older. 100 students. First come, first served. Mother's Day Crafternoon • Tue., June 18 Groups of 10 or more must register Create cards and crafts for Mother's • 3-4:30 p.m. with a staff member at 562-4970. Day or anyone you love. Materials for • Mon., July 15 creating cards and a decoupage craft to Magic with Cesar Domico • 2-3 p.m. spark your creativity will be available. Experience unforgettable laughs and Recommended ages 6 and older. illusions with magician Cesar Domico. STEAM Junior: Cars • Wed., May 8 Groups of 10 or more must register Children will design, build and test • 4:30-6:30 p.m. with a staff member at 562-4970. their own balloon-powered cars. As • Wed., June 19 children manipulate wheel alignment Doggone Reading Fun • 3-4 p.m. and balloon placement to create cars Paws for Friendship Inc. brings that really roll, they’ll learn about force, therapy-trained dogs for 20-minute motion, angles, trajectory, speed and reading sessions. Reluctant readers, or distance. We’ll do experiments racing children who might not enjoy reading against each other, pull-back cars and aloud, are often eager to read in the even robots. Register early; space is presence of an adoring and non- limited. Program is for ages 4-6. judgmental pup. • Wed., July 17 • Thu., May 9 • 11 a.m.-noon • 4-5:30 p.m.

Groups of 10 or more must register with a staff member at 562-4970. Summer 19 Library: Youth

Sew Your Own Alien Pal Family Star Gazing Night Come to the library to sew your own See the moon and stars with our library stuffed felt alien. These adorable pals telescope during this special evening are easy to create and require the use of event. Enjoy space activities, challenges sewing needles. Get ready to create and and crafts for all ages prior to sunset. Library learn a couple different simple stitches. • Wed., July 10 Program is recommended for ages 8 • 7-9 p.m. and older. • Tue., June 25 A Universe of Stories: Fill-In-The- • 3-4:30 p.m. Blanks and Book Bingo Book bingo returns with the added Musical Spaceship with Mr. Brad fun of space-themed fill-in-the-blank Universe of Stories Balloon Show Mr. Brad brings his high-energy stories. Compete for prizes and have Enjoy balloon magic and lots of musical fun to the library as we explore fun. Program is recommended for ages comedy from Tony the Balloon Guy. space. It's out of this world. Groups of 8 and older. Groups of 10 or more must register 10 or more must register with a staff • Thu., July 11 with a staff member at 562-4970. member at 562-4970. • 3-4 p.m. • Wed., July 24 • Wed., June 26 • 3-4 p.m. • 3-4 p.m. Solar System Necklaces You've heard of science fiction, now 2019: An Escape Odyssey A Universe of Trivia try science fashion! Create an awesome Work in groups in this escape room Test your knowledge of space, necklace featuring the planets of our challenge to solve riddles and find clues literature, music and more for a solar system. Paint wooden beads to to escape the ship before the computer chance to win a prize. Program is resemble the planets and create our takes over. Compete against other recommended ages 9 and older. own solar system accessories. Program groups to see who can escape the fastest • Thu., June 27 is recommended for ages 8 and older. and win for cleverest team. Teams will • 3-4 p.m. • Tue., July 16 be groups of six or less. Program is • 3-5 p.m. recommended for ages 10 and older. Galaxy Play Dough • Thu., July 25 Join us to make sparkly, spacey, no- DunnDee Farms Reptile Show • 3-4 p.m. cook play dough to take home and Learn how reptiles adapt to different enjoy. Program is recommended for environments as DunnDee Farms Planetary Pom-Poms ages 5 and older. brings live reptiles to this event. Groups Make yarn pom-poms designed to look • Tue., July 2 of 10 or more must register with a staff like your favorite planets. Program is • 3-4 p.m. member at 562-4970. for ages 8 and older. • Wed., July 17 • Tue., July 30 D.I.Y. Planet Lamp • 3-4 p.m. • 3-4 p.m. Design your own stellar planet lamp. These will be made from small touch Movie and Perler Beads: Space Space: A Universe of Science lamps that you can bring home. The Jam Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the library will provide all materials; Join the Looney Tunes® and Michael first human on the moon with Mad registration is required. Program is Jordan in a classic family film Science. Explore rocket aerodynamics, recommended for ages 8 and older. adventure while creating your own thrust, motion and trajectory to see • Tue., July 9 perler bead copies of your favorite what it took to get to the moon, • 3-4 p.m. characters from the movie. Movie is and investigate the moon, its phases rated PG. Program is recommended for and eclipses. Groups of 10 or more The Moogican ages 6 and older. must register with a staff member at Something "Moo" for you. Enjoy • Thu., July 18 562-4970. magic, banjo playing, cheese juggling • 3-5:30 p.m. • Wed., July 31 and more. Groups of 10 or more • 3-4 p.m. must register with a staff member at Space Slime! 562-4970. Create gorgeous, glittery, galaxy slime. Intergalactic End-of-Summer • Wed., July 10 Registration is required. Program is Celebration • 3-4 p.m. recommended for ages 7 and older. Celebrate the end of this year’s summer • Tue., July 23 reading program with games and good • 3-4 p.m. times. All who participated in the summer reading program are welcome. • Thu., Aug. 1 • 3-5 p.m.

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A Universe Of Stories is Coming to Clearwater Libraries for Summer Reading Fun

eaders of all ages will explore the cosmos this summer as the Clearwater Public Library System presents “A Universe of Stories” during its annual summer reading program. Activities at all five Clearwater Rbranches will include music, games, space-related crafts, art projects, science and engineering experiments and more.

The 2019 Summer Reading Program is open to young people, preschool through young adult, with programs, prize drawings, story times, a reading club and more. Registration for “A Universe of Stories” begins June 10. All programs are free. For more information, call the library at 562-4970, or visit myclearwaterlibrary.com.

The Clearwater Main Library, located at 100 N. Osceola Ave., will again be a Summer BreakSpot site, which provides nutritious meals at no cost to children age 18 and younger while school is out for the summer.

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22 MyClearwater Clearwater offers you many choices when it comes to recreational facilities. Please see pages 23-27 for hours and phone numbers of recreation centers and golf courses. Map Location Baseball Diamond Basketball Court Benches Boat Ramps Fishing Center/Trails Fitness Gymnasium Open Space Area Picnic Playground Restrooms Swimming 25 Aging Well Center, 1501 N. Belcher Road C4 u 41 Capitol Theater, 405 Cleveland St. A2 u 38 Chi Chi Rodriguez Golf Club, 3030 McMullen Booth Road A5 u 18 Clearwater Airpark, 1000 N. Hercules Ave. D3 u 2 Clearwater Beach Library & Rec. Center/Pool, 69 Bay Esplanade C1 u u u u u u u u 1 Clearwater Beach Pier 60 Park, 1 Causeway Blvd. D1 u u u u u u u 4 Clearwater Community Sailing Center, 1001 Gulf Blvd. E1 u u u u 14 Clearwater Country Club, 525 Betty Lane N. D2 u 17 Clearwater Executive Golf Course, 1875 Airport Drive D3 u 3 Clearwater Municipal Marina, 25 Causeway Blvd. D1 u u u u 27 Cliff Stevens Park, 901 Fairwood Ave. D5 u u u u u u 5 Coachman Park, 301 Drew St. A1 u u 32 Coopers Bayou Park, 801 Bayshore Blvd. D6 u u u u u 36 Countryside Library, 2642 Sabal Springs Drive B5 u 37 Countryside Recreation Center/Park, 2640 Sabal Springs Drive B4 u u u u u u u u u 39 Countryside Sports Complex, 3060 McMullen Booth Road A5 u u u u 15 Crest Lake Park, 201 Glenwood Ave. D3 u u u u u u 31 Del Oro Park, 401 McMullen Booth Road D5 u u u u u u 21 East Library, 2251 Drew St. D4 u 30 Eddie C. Moore Softball Complex, 3050, 2994, 2780 Drew St., Fields 1-9 D5 u u u u u 40 Forest Run Park, 3450 Landmark Drive A5 u u u u u u 13 Glen Oaks Park, 1345 Court St. E3 u u u u u u 20 Henry L. McMullen Tennis Complex, 1000 Edenville Ave. E4 u u u u 11 Horseshoe Club, 1326 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. C2 u 22 Joe DiMaggio Sports Complex, 2450 Drew St. D4 u u u u 29 Kapok Park, 2950 Glen Oak Ave. N. D5 u u u 35 Lake Chautauqua Park, 2312 Landmark Drive C5 u u u u 7 Lawn Bowls Club, 1040 Calumet St. C2 u 25 Long Center, 1501 N. Belcher Road C4 u u u u u u u u u 6 Main Library, 100 N. Osceola Ave. A1 u 10 Martin Luther King Jr. Center, 1201 Douglas Ave. A3 u u u u u u 26 Moccasin Lake Nature Park, 2750 Park Trail Lane D4 u u u u u 19 Morningside Recreation Center & Pool, 2400 Harn Blvd. E4 u u u u u u u u 24 NE Coachman Park, 1120 Old Coachman Road D4 9 North Greenwood Library, 905 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. B3 u 8 North Greenwood Recreation Complex, 900 N. MLK Jr. Ave. B3 u u u u u u u 33 Ream Wilson Trail, Safety Harbor to Long Center D5 u u 12 Ross Norton Complex & Extreme Sports Park, 1426 S. MLK Jr. Ave. E2 u u u u u u u u u u u 34 Ruth Eckerd Hall, 1111 McMullen Booth Road D5 u 7 Shuffleboard Club, 1020 Calumet St. C2 u 16 Sid Lickton Field, 714 Saturn Ave. D3 u u u u 23 Spectrum Field, 601 Old Coachman Road D4 u u u u u 28 Wood Valley Park, 2816 Park Trail Lane D5 u u u u u u

Summer 23 Recreation Cards & Passes

Recreation cards are available to residents and non-residents. Fees for most city-sponsored programs and activities are reduced for those who purchase any of the following cards or passes.

Recreation Cards Clearwater residents can obtain a resident recreation card by (W) - with card or pass completing an application and showing two proofs of residency (W/O) - without card or pass (utility bill, voter registration card, tax receipt or rent slip). Non- (SS) - SilverSneakers® resident recreation cards are for people living outside Clearwater city limits and who do not pay Clearwater property taxes.

Resident Non-Resident Corporate PLUS Pass Individual $7 $180 Clearwater businesses can purchase corporate passes for their Family $35 $450 employees at a reduced rate. For information and rates, call Cliff Norris at 793-2320, ext. 252. Programs that typically reach capacity will have registration procedures that give Clearwater residents priority. Definitions Recreation Card PLUS Add-On Youth: 18 years of age or younger or a full-time college student less than 23 years of age. Verification of current full- Add value to your recreation card by purchasing a PLUS add- time college status is required. on. The PLUS allows the card holder unlimited use of certain Senior: 55 years of age or older. amenities during open hours without having to pay a daily Adult: 19 years of age or older. fee. Amenities offered to recreation card PLUS holders include Family: Husband and wife or two people with a Registered access to all city of Clearwater fitness centers, swimming pools, Domestic Partnership with the city of Clearwater or Pinellas

Recreation Cards & Passes open gym (including open basketball, volleyball, table tennis County or legal guardian and their children who live in the and pickleball) and skate park admission. same household, who are 18 years of age or younger, or younger than 23 years of age and a full-time college student. PLUS card holders also have the option to pay monthly dues at Verification of any age or family status may be required. the Henry L. McMullen Tennis Complex for free daily court Visitors/Guests: Visitors are those staying in Clearwater use and priority court registration. See page 44 for details. hotels/motels or in Clearwater rental properties for three The PLUS option is available to recreation card holders only. months or less. Proof is required in the form of a receipt or All fees are subject to 7 percent sales tax. confirmation from the business with business name, guest name and dates of stay. Guests are those staying in the Annual PLUS home of someone with a recreation card. Proof is required Individual $100 in the form of an "in-person" statement of the recreation Additional Family Member $50 cardholder or by showing your host’s recreation card. *Able to get "with-card" rates for daily classes or drop-in Monthly PLUS programs. Youth $20.50 Adult $27.50 All fees are subject to 7 percent sales tax. The PLUS option is Daily Admission Fees (plus 7% tax) available to recreation card holders only. With ® Recreation SilverSneakers Pool With Card, Without Fitness Center PLUS or If your Medicare health plan includes SilverSneakers® benefits, Visitors Card Gymnasium SilverSneakers® you may have access to Clearwater’s cutting edge recreational and facilities for exercise, seminars and fun social events. Guests* SilverSneakers® members are entitled to "with-card" rates for classes and programs, unless specified in class description. To Youth (ages inquire or verify eligibility, visit silversneakers.com, call 18 and Free $1.87 $3.74 (888) 423-4623 or stop by a Clearwater recreation facility. younger) Adults (ages Free $2.80 $5.61 19 and older)

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Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) The city complies with ADA. If you require special assistance to participate in a program, please contact the facility supervisor prior to the activity. All reasonable accommodations will be made. If you have a concern about a city facility, call 562-4884. ‘Say Cheese’ Photo Policy Photographs taken by any city of Clearwater department at Credit Cards city programs and events are often used in presentations, social The Clearwater Parks & Recreation Department accepts media, display boards, flyers, brochures and city publications. credit cards and debit cards (MasterCard and Visa). If you do not wish to have your picture or a family member’s picture taken, please let the photographer know in advance. Refund Policy All refund requests are subject to administration approval. Scholarships and Financial Assistance Allow four to six weeks for refunds to be processed. A primary objective of the Recreation Programming Division is to offer a broad range of programming to residents and Recreation Programs or Activities Refunds visitors. Programs need to be accessible to all, regardless of Requests for refunds must be received in writing 10 business economic status. Fee assistance is available to Clearwater days prior to the start of the program. A $10 processing fee residents for staff-led programs. More information about fee will be charged, or you can receive a 100 percent credit toward assistance is available by asking the supervisor at any recreation another program. No refunds will be issued after the program facility. begins, except for documented* medical reasons. City Holidays *A medical form signed by a doctor stating the individual All recreation facilities will be closed on observed city holidays is unable to participate for the remainder of the program unless otherwise noted. will entitle the individual to a prorated refund from date of notification or credit toward another program. Please notify Non-Resident Youth Co-Sponsor Card/Family Card staff as soon as possible of any medical reason for withdrawal. These cards are good only for participating in the following recreational youth co-sponsored sport leagues: Recreation Cards/Refunds Blazin Ravenz Recreation cards will not be refunded after 10 business days Clearwater Basketball Club from date of issue. Requests for refunds must be submitted in Clearwater Charger Recreational Soccer Program writing with the card or pass attached. A $10 processing fee Clearwater Jr. Tornadoes will be deducted from all refunds. Clearwater Youth Lacrosse Open Swim/Open Skate Refunds Countryside Jr. Cougars If the city must close a pool or skate park unexpectedly, Greenwood Panthers participants who have been at the facility for less than an hour The cost is $120 plus tax. may be given a rain check for another visit. Safety Harbor Resident Youth Athletic Card Online Registration Safety Harbor residents can purchase a Youth Athletic Existing Clearwater Parks & Recreation customers can register Card for $7.49. The card can be used only to participate online for recreation programs and classes. To get started, in Clearwater Chargers Soccer, Clearwater Lacrosse, visit myclearwater.com/parksrec. User ID is your telephone Countryside Junior Cougars, Clearwater Junior Tornadoes number without spaces or dashes. Your password is your and Greenwood Panthers. Proof of Safety Harbor residency is household’s last name. required. Play Safe ... Be Safe! 2019 Spring and Fall Clearwater and Countryside The city of Clearwater assumes no responsibility for personal Little League Youth Program Fee injury or loss of personal property while visitors use city The city of Clearwater will waive the non-resident status for facilities or participate in recreation activities. Be aware of children participating in or registering for the Clearwater or safety factors regarding your own physical limitations, and use Countryside Little League programs for the 2019 spring and common sense when participating in leisure activities. If you fall seasons. In order to receive this reduced fee, non-residents notice a safety hazard or potential risk, please notify staff or must go through their desired Little League organization call 562-4800. and pay the Youth Program Fee of $7.49 at the time of registration. Disclaimer Although the Parks & Recreation Department and the Non-Resident Disabled Veteran Discount city of Clearwater have made every effort to ensure that A discount is available based on the percentage of disability; the information in this magazine was correct at press time, documentation from the Veterans Administration must be all activities, dates, times, fees, etc. are subject to change or provided. No family benefit is provided. cancellation.

Summer 25 Aging Well Center

Long Center, 1501 N. Belcher Road, 724-3070

By developing strong partnerships with organizations that offer key resources for older adults, Clearwater’s Aging Well Center is able to link residents and caregivers with services that can make a huge difference in convenience, comfort and quality of life. Many organizations support the Aging Well Center’s mission in its role as a resource hub for older citizens. Opportunities and times are subject to change. Aging Well

Hours Explore Wellness, Exercise Classes and Services • Mon.-Thu.: 9 a.m.-7 p.m. • Fri.: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. SilverSneakers® Splash Zumba • Sat.: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Improve flexibility and cardiovascular Jump into the Latin-inspired, easy-to- • Sun.: Closed endurance. No swimming ability is follow, calorie-burning, dance fitness • Holidays: Closed required. Olympic pool, shallow end. party. • Tue., Thu. • Mon., Wed., Fri., 10-11 a.m. • 9-9:45 a.m. • Tue, Thu., 7-8 p.m. Are you a • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) • Sat., 11 a.m.-noon • $6 (W) / $7 (W/O) per class ® SilverSneakers® Yoga SilverSneakers Increase range of movement, strength Reiki Share and balance. This class focuses on Reiki Master Joye Swisher shares this restorative breathing to promote stress simple technique that may allow member? reduction and chair-based exercises. A students to tap into an unlimited yoga mat is not required. supply of life force energy, improve If your Medicare health plan • Tue., Thu., 12:30-1:15 p.m. health and enhance quality of life. • Sat., 10-10:45 a.m. • First Mon. includes SilverSneakers® benefits, • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) per • 3-4:30 p.m. you may have access to Clearwater’s class • Free cutting edge recreation facilities SilverSneakers® BOOM Eastern Modalities for exercise, seminars and fun This 45-minute class is divided into David Yee shares information on two segments that combine the these ancient arts and demonstrates social events. To inquire, visit cardiovascular benefits of dance with techniques that may relieve tension, silversneakers.com or myclearwater. the weight training in a fun, easy-to- promote vitality and improve follow, high-impact class. well-being. com/agingwell, call (888) 423-4623 • Boom Move It – This heart-healthy • Meditation and Relaxation - first or the Aging Well Center at cardio workout is a non-stop dance and third Fri. of each month. party. Explore traditional Chinese 724-3070. • Boom Muscle – This is an action- methods for becoming more based, functional and strength peaceful, focused and aware. conditioning class that provides a • Pressure Points to Health - second dynamic workout. Fri. of each month. Learn the • Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat. various pressure points that may • 9-9:45 a.m. bring relief. • Mon., Wed., 6-6:45 p.m. • 1-2:30 p.m. • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) per • Free class

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Caregiving Explore Wellness, Education

Evidence-Based Programs A Matter of Balance Chronic Disease Self- The Aging Well Center is honored This evidence-based, Boston University Management Program to host evidence-based programs that program manages falls and helps to This evidence-based, Stanford offer proven ways through defined increase activity levels. Participants will University program helps manage research to promote wellness and learn to: health concerns, increase activity and manage or reduce health concerns and/ • View falls as controllable enjoy life more. Participants will or falls. Class size is limited. The center • Set goals for increasing activity learn to: sincerely appreciates several partners • Make changes to reduce fall risks at • Manage pain and funders who help to provide the home • Work with a healthcare team evidence-based programs, including • Exercise to increase strength and • Manage other symptoms Senior Citizens Services, Inc., Area balance • Use medication effectively Agency on Aging of Pasco-Pinellas, • The program consists of eight, two- • Exercise safely and easily Older Americans Act Title III D, hour sessions • Handle difficult emotions, such as YMCA of the Suncoast and Pinellas depression, anger or guilt County Social Action Funding. Inquire Building Better Caregivers • Communicate better about your about future classes. This evidence-based program created health with family and friends • Pre-registration is required at Stanford University provides tools to • Problem solve • Participants should have problem- caregivers regarding: • Relax and reduce stress solving skills • Caregiver stress • The program consists of six, two- • Restrictions may apply • Dealing with difficult care partner hour sessions • Free behaviors • Getting help Chronic Pain Self-Management Active Living Every Day • Making decisions about treatment, Program This evidence-based, Cooper Institute housing, etc. This evidence-based, Stanford program focuses on helping older • Communicating effectively University program helps participants adults who are ready to begin exercising with family, friends and health manage chronic pain. Subjects and to become and stay physically professionals include: active for a lifetime. Guidance is • Dealing with caregiver and care • Ways to deal with frustration, provided to overcome barriers to partner difficult emotions fatigue, isolation and poor sleep physical activity. Participants choose • Planning for future needs • Exercise for maintaining and their own activities and create their • Legal issues related to caregiving improving strength, flexibility and own plans based on their lifestyle and • The program consists of six, two ½ endurance personal preferences. Focus is placed on hour sessions • Appropriate use of medications moderate-intensity activities that can • Communicating with family, be easily added to daily routines. friends and health professionals • One-hour class held once a week for • Nutrition 12 weeks • The program consists of six, two • Class size is limited ½-hour sessions • Pre-registration is required • For ages 60 or older

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Explore Wellness, Education Explore Creativity

Aging Well Center Gallery Diabetes Self-Management Enhance® Fitness The Aging Well Center proudly Program This program is held in partnership This evidence-based, Stanford hosts the works of talented artists with the YMCA of the Suncoast. This through the Professional Association University program helps those evidence-based group exercise program struggling with diabetes. Subjects of Visual Artists (PAVA), a non-profit uses simple, easy-to-learn movements organization with more than 180 Aging Well include: that motivate individuals (particularly • Healthy eating and menu planning members in the U.S. and Canada. those with arthritis) to stay active. PAVA’s mission is to provide member • Managing blood glucose Each session includes cardiovascular, • Techniques to deal with problems artists with collaborative opportunities strength training, balance and flexibility to exhibit their work and to foster art such as fatigue, frustration and exercises. The program is provided by isolation education, community art programs Pinellas County Social Action Funding. and growth for emerging artists. • Appropriate exercise for managing • One-hour class held three times blood glucose and for maintaining weekly for 16 weeks Creative Resin-ations and improving strength, flexibility • Class size is limited and endurance Artist Brigitte Minor will teach you • Pre-registration is required how to make your own unique art on a • Appropriate use of medications • For ages 55 or older • Communicating effectively frame palette. • Call for information with family, friends and health Walk With Ease • $25 fee for materials professionals This program was developed by the • Goal setting Thurston Arthritis Research Center • Disease-related problem solving Painting Classes and the Institute on Aging of the Learn various techniques of painting • The program consists of six, two University of North Carolina. It may ½-hour sessions to include lecture from tile painting, Sumi-e painting, help reduce pain, increase balance and acrylic painting and more. Space is from certified instructors and strength and improve your overall group discussion limited. health. The program will motivate you • Call for information to get in great shape and walk safely • Free TAI CHI: Moving for Better and comfortably. Balance • One-hour class held three times This evidence-based program consists Creative Cuts Ts weekly for 6 weeks Join Vondi Anderson for creative fun of eight single forms derived from the • Class size is limited traditional, 24-form Yang Style Tai with cut and beaded T-shirts, perfect • Pre-registration is required for a beach cover-up or gift. Bring a Chi, but it is tailored to adults who • For ages 55 or older have concerns about falling and who T-shirt and scissors. Space is limited. wish to improve balance and mobility. • Call for information Call for dates and times. • Free • One-hour class held two times weekly for 12 weeks Stitch Niche Group • Class size is limited Join other knitting and stitching • Pre-registration is required crafters to work on your projects. • For ages 60 or older • Wed. • 10 a.m.-noon • Free

The Magic Within

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Diabetes Education Empowerment Virtual Dementia Tour Explore Knowledge Program (DEEP) Join us for this eye-opening sensory The National American Association of event, and experience firsthand Computer and Technology Classes Diabetes Educators provides this six- the overwhelming effects of the Enhance your computer skills through week course to empower people to take aging process when combined with a topic-focused class. Space is limited. charge of their diabetes by avoiding Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Call • Call for dates and times disease complications and improving for an appointment. Space is limited. • Pre-registration is required self-management skills. This program is • Call for information • Introduction to computers provided by BayCare. • Free • Windows 10, Internet, email • Call for information • Sharing digital photos • Free Wisdom Circle • Skype, Facebook, Instagram Joye Swisher introduces a way for • iPhone and iPad Get Into Fitness Today (GIFT) small groups to create a space of trust, • Android phones and tablets This 12-week program was developed authenticity, caring and openness to • Free by registered dieticians, nurses and change. Share in this life-affirming health educators and uses science-based gathering with kindred spirits. Free Beginners Line Dancing information to reduce chronic diseases • Call for information Margaret Howard will teach you through obesity prevention. This • Free the steps to keep you moving while program is sponsored by BayCare. having a great time. Non-slip shoes are • Call for information required. Space is limited. • Free Natural Science • Call for information Natural Worlds • Free Tampa Bay History Center The Tampa Bay History Center tells Bruce Shwedick from Reptile Legal Matters the story of Tampa Bay and Florida’s Discovery Programs will bring in live reptiles and discuss their natural history Gulf Coast Legal Services presents history, heritage and culture, beginning and impacts of these invasive species. topics of interest. with a look at Florida’s first people who • Call for dates and times • Call for information inhabited the peninsula about 10,000 • Free • Free years ago. • Call for lecture topics and times Suncoast Herpetological Society Medication Reviews • Free Dennis Beeker and volunteers bring Chris Steiner, a clinical pharmacist, a live reptile presentation that is will review your pharmacy medications Technology Chat educational and fascinating. and over-the-counter supplements in a Ask specific questions about your smart • Call for dates and times private appointment. phone or tablet. Sessions are offered at • Free • Call for information a variety of times and dates. • Free • Android Chat • Apple Chat Explore Community Brain Health and More • Pre-registration is preferred • Call for information Sheryl Graham presents a variety of Day Trippers • Free topics including brain health topics, Explore local museums, theaters, misused phrases, the English language luncheon sightseeing cruises, baseball and more. The Magic Within Joye Swisher will explore ways to laugh games and more. Meet new friends for • Call for information exciting adventures. • Free and look at your sense of humor to survive some of life’s most stressful • Call for dates and times • Fees apply Memory Fit Program events. Learn strategies for responding, adapting and managing feelings using a Learn practical techniques for Socials variety of creative techniques. enhancing memory ability. Memory Enjoy music, games, refreshments and Fit provides an innovative educational • Call for information • Free an opportunity to make new friends. program for people with age-related • Call for dates and times memory concerns. This two-hour class Travelogue • Pre-registration is preferred meets once a week for five weeks and is • Free provided by BayCare. Experience world traveling at its finest, and find out what’s hot or not. • Call for date and time Stretch First Then Play • Fees apply • Call for information • Free Enjoy low-impact stretching before playing games. Beginners are welcome. • Free

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Hearts Card Game Mexican Train Dominoes Legal Counseling An easy-to-play, strategic game. A version of dominoes that uses chains Gulfcoast Legal Services’ Elder Law • First and third Tue. or trains from a central hub or station. Project offers free legal advice and • 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • Second and fourth Wed. representation on civil legal problems • 1:30-3:30 p.m. for Pinellas County residents age 60 or Hand-and-Foot Card Game older. The program is partially funded A variation of Canasta. Team Trivia Challenge by Title III of the Older Americans Act. • Second and fourth Tue. George and Melanie Martin lead this • Appointment is required • 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. fun competition about facts, dates and • Call 821-0726

Aging Well culture. Mah-Jong • Third Wed. Emotional Health Counseling A game of strategy, calculation and • 2-3:30 p.m. Need support during a difficult time? A chance. • Free licensed mental health counselor meets • Tue., 1:30-3:30 p.m. individually with clients. This program • Limited Mah-Jong sets are available is funded by the Older Americans Act. Eligibility requirements may apply. Euchre Explore Resources Currently there is a wait list. An easy-to-learn, tough-to-master card • Appointment is required game. Insurance Counseling • Call 479-1848 • Thu. SHINE volunteers offer unbiased • 10 a.m.-noon insurance counseling on Medicare, Medicaid, prescriptions and long-term Rummikub Game care insurance. An easy-to-play tile game. • Appointment is required • First and third Thu. • Call 724-3070 • 1:30-3:30 p.m. • Free

Aging Well Center at the Long Center 1501 N. Belcher Road Health and Wellness Lectures In partnership with BayCare, the city offers monthly wellness lectures at the Aging Well Center. Limited space is available. To register for the lectures, call 253-4076 or visit BayCareEvents.org.

Assessing Stroke Symptoms Common Injuries in Active Adults Learn the signs of stroke and the Our orthopedic specialist will review treatments that can reduce damage common shoulder, elbow and knee from the most common type of stroke. injuries that can happen when playing Sleep apnea and stroke will also be sports such as golf and tennis, and the discussed. treatment options. • Wed., May 15, noon • Wed., July 17, noon • Eric Lopez, MD, Neuroradiologist • Richard Howell, MD, Orthopedic Surgeon Surgical Neck and Back Pain Options Heart and Valve Conditions Learn about minimally invasive options Learn about structural heart and valve to relieve neck and back pain including conditions, the causes and symptoms, robotic-assisted Mazor technology, and the advanced treatment options which adds precision to surgery. available. • Wed., June 19, noon • Wed., Aug. 21, noon • Harold J. Colbassani, MD, • Michael Kayatta, MD, Neurosurgeon Cardiothoracic Surgeon

30 MyClearwater Clearwater Beach Recreation Complex Clearwater Beach Clearwater 69 Bay Esplanade, 462-6138 The Clearwater Beach Library & Recreation Complex is a modern recreation facility with a library, social hall, kitchen, fitness center and a multi-purpose room. Outside, there are three lighted tennis courts, lighted basketball/pickleball courts, a seasonal swimming pool, a boat launch and a beautifully landscaped passive waterfront park that is perfect for fishing and picnics. In close proximity to the Clearwater Beach Library & Recreation Complex is McKay Park, which includes a playground and is used for picnicking and bocce ball.

Hours • Mon., Wed.: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. • Tue., Thu., Fri.: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • Sat.: 8 a.m.-noon • Sun.: Closed • Holidays: Closed Fitness Center The Clearwater Beach Recreation Center’s fitness center is equipped with multiple cardio machines, weight machines and free weights. There are three televisions with Cardio Theater. You can also enjoy the stunning views of the water while you work out. According to city policy, youth ages 12-13 can use Clearwater’s fitness centers under special requirements. For details, Programs & Classes contact your local recreation center. Outdoor Pickleball Tennis Lessons Recreation Center Rentals Pickleball is a fun, active game that is • Mon. played on a badminton court with the • Call for times The Clearwater Beach Recreation Center net lowered to 34 inches. • $8 (W) / $9 (W/O) offers rental spaces for meetings, special • Mon., Wed., Fri. occasions and other activities. Celebrate • 8 a.m.-noon Private Tennis Lessons with Rich a birthday, anniversary, wedding, bar/bat • Free • $50 (W) / $55 (W/O) private lesson; mitzvah, graduation, company picnic or upon request dance. Reservations are required. Pickleball Lessons with Dan • $25 (W) / $28 (W/O) semi-private Facility Map location: 2 • $15 per half hour lesson; upon request • Activity/meeting room space; seats 217 • $25 per hour Cardio Best people theater-style and 180 banquet- • Call 462-6138 to schedule style Experience balance, endurance, stretch Tai Chi • Beautiful waterfront view and training. • Outdoor deck • Wed., 8:15 a.m. • Mon., Wed. • Serving kitchen • $5 (W) / $6 (W/O) • 9:30-10:15 a.m. • Tables and white wedding style chairs are • $5 (W) / $6 (W/O) Yoga included (ages 18+) • Small public park on the water is ideal for ceremonies This class emphasizes stretching, • Pool (seasonal) flexibility, breathing and relaxation techniques. • Tue., Thu. Daily Admission Fees • 9:15-10:30 a.m. For daily admission fees, please see page 24. • $6 (W) / $7 (W/O) per class

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Clearwater Beach Hours Pool/Birthday Parties Family Aquatic Center May 30-Aug. 13 • Mon.-Fri., 10 a.m.-7 p.m. 51 Bay Esplanade, 462-6020 • For more information, contact • Sat. & Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. J.P. Atherholt at 462-6020 or The Clearwater Beach Family Aquatic [email protected]. Center is a state-of-the-art swimming Aug. 14-Oct. 13 facility that includes six, 25-yard lap • Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat., Sun., swimming lanes and a children's play Noon-5 p.m. area that provides squirting water Group Swim fountains, a "raindrop" waterfall, Holiday Hours a fiberglass frog slide and a water • May 27, Memorial Day, Groups interested in coming to a pool basketball goal. The pool ranges in noon-7 p.m. for open swim should call to arrange depth from 1-3 feet in the children's • July 4, Independence Day, dates, times and pricing. area, and 3-5 feet in the lap swim area. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. • 462-6020 • Sept. 2, Labor Day, noon-5 p.m. • [email protected] Clearwater Beach Celebration

32 MyClearwater Countryside Recreation Center Countryside 2640 Sabal Springs Drive, 669-1914 The fitness center features ellipticals, exercise bikes, treadmills, free weights, benches, stack weights, cardio and strength machines, fitness balls and Arc trainers. The fitness center is open for ages 14 through adult. Youth 14-17 years old must have a fitness room waiver signed by a parent or guardian on file at the center they are attending.

Hours Organized Sports • Mon.-Fri.: 5 a.m.-8:30 p.m. • Sat.: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • Sun.: Closed Basketball Fantastic First Fridays • Holidays: Closed Children will play games and activities YOUTH SPORTS LEAGUES and enjoy a pizza party on the first Friday of every month. The student Fitness Orientation Classes Sharp Shooter Basketball must be registered by Thursday prior to (Free) This new program is a fun and the event. challenging event for girls in middle • Fri., May 3, June 7, July 12 Learn the proper way to use the fitness and high school. Learn skills and shot center equipment. Trained personnel will • 6-9:30 p.m. training from former college basketball • $15 (W) / $17 (W/O) work with a small group, helping them coach Ron Brown. become familiar with the equipment and • Call for days and times For more information regarding all its proper use. According to city policy, • $10 (W) / $11 (W/O) youth camps and activities, email youth ages 12-13 can use Clearwater’s fitness Courtney Schultz at courtney.schultz@ centers under special requirements. For Summer Youth Basketball League myclearwater.com. details, contact your local recreation center. (ages 8-17) • Countryside, Monday morning or Friday Want to share your talent and show afternoon by appointment your skills in basketball? Join this 10- • Call Christina at 686-9599 week league. Space is limited. • Tue: May 28-Aug. 13 (ages 14-17) Facility Rentals • Sat.: June 1-Aug. 17 (ages 8-10, The city’s recreation facilities offer rental 11-13) spaces for meetings, special occasions • $115 (W) / $127 (W/O) for 10- and other activities. Celebrate a birthday, week program anniversary, wedding, bar/bat mitzvah, Winter Youth League graduation, a company picnic or dance. Reservations are required. Call each location • Registration will be under way for pricing, details and availability. Aug. 3. Facility Map location: 37 • Activity/meeting room spaces; seating After School & Camp for 30-400 people with several configurations available Program • Access to playground, picnic tables and outdoor basketball courts Summer Camp • Double gymnasium • June 3-Aug. 9 • Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-6 p.m. Daily Admission Fees • $90 (W) / $100 (W/O) For daily admission fees, please see page 24. See Summer Fun Guide for details.

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Classes

Gymnastics with Diane (ages 4-16) Beginners to advanced students learn acrobatic floor exercises to the latest pop music. Students will be divided

Countryside into groups according to ability and age. Improve coordination, confidence and have fun. • Thu., 4-7 p.m. • Sat., 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • Beginners/intermediate, 30-minute class • $28 (W) / $32 (W/O) per month • Advanced, 45-minute class • $32 (W) / $36 (W/O) per month • Times vary depending on ability • Call 669-1914 for more information

Personal Training with Christina Learn how to exercise properly and effectively. Christina will design and rotate your workouts to cover all major muscle groups and aerobic system in a small group format. • By appointment • $20 (W) / $22 (W/O) per hour • Call 686-9599 Fencing Personal Training-One on One Épée Fencing Line Dancing This service is offered for those who Learn the art of fencing while Join us for 45 minutes of line dancing wish to work exclusively one-on-one improving your balance, discipline and fun. All ages and abilities are welcome. with a personal trainer during their self-control. • Tue., 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. exercise routine. • Tue., 7:30-8:30 p.m. • $3 (W) / $4 (W/O) per class • By appointment • $36 (W) / $40 (W/O) per month Tap Dance • $40 (W) / $44 (W/O) per hour ® • $20 (W) / $22 (W/O) per half hour Jazzercise with Peggy • Call 686-9599 (ages 18+) This tap dance class is for adults of all Jazzercise is a pulse-pounding, beat- levels, beginners to advanced. Fitness Consultation & Follow-Up pumping fitness program that gets • Thu., noon-12:45 p.m. with Christina fast results. It’s a calorie-torching, • $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) Get an initial fitness consultation and hip-swiveling dance party with a hot 30-minute follow-up session to learn a playlist to distract you from the burn. Pilates basic routine to follow on your own. Check out all class formats including (ages 18+) • By appointment Dance Mixx, Interval, Fusion, Strike, Enhance your mind and body while • Call 686-9599 Core and Strength. increasing physical strength and • $60 (W) / $66 (W/O) • Mon.-Fri., 9-10 a.m. flexibility. Bring a floor mat. • Tue, Thu., 6:15-7:15 p.m. • Tue., Thu., 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Sat., 9-10 a.m. • $5 (W) / $6 (W/O) per class • Prices vary • Call Kelly Morrison at 560-3563 Zumba Gold (morning classes) or Sharon Gray • Mon., 6:30-7:15 p.m. at (813) 748-0788 (evening and • $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) per class weekend classes).

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SilverSneakers® Yoga Martial Arts Increase range of movement, strength and balance. Learn to use restorative Mixed Martial Arts breathing to promote stress reduction. (ages 14+) These are chair-based exercises. A yoga Learn the arts of kickboxing, grappling, mat is not required. kali/eskrima and street-oriented with Barbara training. • Mon., 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. • Mon., Wed., 7-8 p.m. • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) • $56 (W) / $64 (W/O) per month with Peggy • Thu., 11-11:45 a.m. Karate • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) (ages 6+) This self-defense class teaches discipline of the mind, body and soul. • Mon., Wed., 6-7 p.m. Adult Basketball • $56 (W) / $64 (W/O) per month Champions Basketball League Adult 18+ Silver Sneakers • Mon., 6-10 p.m. • Season runs May-Aug. (10-game Program season including playoffs) • $350 per team (ask about Cardio Fit discount for teams with a recent with Barbara championship) • Wed., 10:30-11:15 a.m. • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) Brown Bag Basketball (ages 18+) with Peggy Bring your coworkers and get some • Tue., Fri., 10:30-11:15 a.m. exercise during your lunch hour. • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) • Mon.-Fri. with Barbara • 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. during Fencing • Mon., 10:30-11:15 a.m. summer months. Pickleball • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) • Free (PLUS) / $1 (W) / $2 (W/O) (ages 18+) daily Pickleball is a fun, active game that is played on a badminton court with the net lowered to 34 inches. • Mon., Wed., Fri., 8-11:30 a.m. (Last day is May 24 due to summer camp) • Wed., 5:30-7:30 p.m. • Free (PLUS/SS) / $2 (W) / $3 (W/O)

Mah-Jong Enjoy this tile-based game developed in China. • Fri. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (Last day is May 24 due to summer camp) • Call Helen at 791-6930 for information

Summer 35 North Greenwood Recreation & Aquatic Complex 900 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave., 462-6276 The North Greenwood Recreation & Aquatic Complex features steppers, elliptical cross trainers, exercise bikes, treadmills, fitness balls, free weights, benches and stack weights. It also includes a seasonal pool, gymnasium, multi-purpose rooms and an outdoor playground. The center is open for those ages 14 through adult. Youth 14-17 years old must have a fitness room waiver signed by a parent or guardian on file at the recreation center that they are attending. Greenwood

Hours Pool Hours Classes • Mon.-Fri.: 8 a.m.-9 p.m. • Sat.: 1-5 p.m. • May 25-Aug 10 Para-Table Tennis • Sun.: Closed • Mon.-Sat., 1-5 p.m. This program is open to all ages for • Holidays: Closed • Sunday: closed. those with standing and intellectual impairment classifications. It promotes Fitness Orientation Classes recreational and sports opportunities Pool Holiday Hours for people with physical disabilities. (Free) • Sat., 1-4 p.m. • Ages 10-15 must be accompanied Learn the proper way to use the fitness • May 27, Memorial Day, 1-5 p.m. by a guardian center equipment. Trained personnel will • July 4, Independence Day, 1-5 p.m. • Free (PLUS/SS) / $1.50 (W) /$2 work with a small group, helping them (W/O) daily become familiar with the equipment and its proper use. According to city policy, youth ages 12-13 can use Clearwater’s fitness After School centers under special requirements. For Organized Sports details, contact your local recreation center. • Upon request Clearwater Basketball Club • Call 462-6276 This club offers leagues, training and “Community Out of School Time” competitive level (AAU) teams for boys Facility Rentals (C.O.S.T) and girls ages 9-17. Call for tryout (ages 11-17) times. Participate in AAU and YBOA The city’s recreation facilities offer rental Activities include homework, games, tournaments. spaces for meetings, special occasions crafts, field trips and sports. Focus on • Tony Wilson, 439-8669 and other activities. Celebrate a birthday, positive self-esteem, nutrition, healthy • Athletics Office, 562-4802, anniversary, wedding, bar/bat mitzvah, choices and obesity prevention. Self ext. 3813 graduation, a company picnic or dance. discipline, teamwork, achievement, Reservations are required. Call for pricing, responsibility, respect and honesty are Pickleball details and availability information. expected from all teens participating in • Pickleball is a fun, active game that the Teen Center. Facility Map location: 8 is played on a badminton court • Funded in part by Juvenile Welfare with the net lowered to 34 inches. • Activity/meeting room space; two rooms Board of Pinellas County • Mon.-Fri. seat up to 80 people each; one room with • Registration is ongoing • 8 a.m.-1 p.m. catering kitchen seats up to 135 people • Mon.-Fri. • Free (PLUS/SS) / $2 (W) / $3 (W/O) • Double wooden floor gymnasium for • Middle School Program, tournaments 4:30-7 p.m. Lunchtime Nets & Hoops • Meeting space seating capacity up to 500 • High School Program, 2-7 p.m. • Open gym weekdays • Podium and PA system available • Free for those who qualify • 1-2 p.m. • Pool (seasonal) • Pick up from select schools • Free (PLUS) / $1 (W) / $2 (W/O) Daily Admission Fees For daily admission fees, please see page 24.

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Youth Development Initiatives (YDI) Tampa Bay Black Investment City of Clearwater This comprehensive, co-educational Corporation North Greenwood intergenerational youth development The Tampa Bay Black program serves youths ages 10-18, Business Investment Community Partners with a special emphasis on recruitment Corporation, Inc. (BBIC) and intake of youth at the sixth- is a U.S. Treasury-certified community grade level. It is designed to promote development financial institution health and wellness, build self-esteem, dedicated to providing business and develop leadership skills and master funding opportunities for the long- competencies that foster success in term growth and success of small school, the community and ultimately businesses. Tampa Bay BBIC was Clearwater Neighborhood in life. established as a nonprofit organization Family Center in 1987 to serve businesses owned Located within the North Greenwood • The academic lab is the setting and operated by African-American Center, this group provides child for tutorial sessions, mentoring, entrepreneurs, providing loans to development and family support computer literacy and homework a historically underserved segment services, such as after-school programs, and will be conducted weekly. of the community, but now parenting skills and adult education. Tutoring will be offered Tuesday serves entrepreneurs of all ethnic For more information, call 442-5355. and Wednesday nights from backgrounds. The Tampa Bay 5:30-7 p.m. at the North BBIC also provides services to small Family Support/Community Services Greenwood Library. businesses such as underwriting, The organization helps provide referrals • On Thursday nights, program analysis of business and personal to social service agencies, VITA tax members meet with parents to financial statements, site visits and services, notary services, free fax communicate academic updates, technical assistance – services that and copy services, free clothing and attendance, homework and may not be cost effective for banks to toiletries, free food pantry, senior utility behavior checks from the school provide. For more information, visit assistance and senior pet assistance. portal for their children in the tampabaybbic.com or call Marilyn Contact Erma Boateng, family school system. They offer strategies Turman at 433-2089. development coordinator, for more that will assist parents in helping information. children stay on the path to academic success. Summer Camp Child Development Services • Program tutors are professionals This program provides computer who are provided by the Advanced Campers will participate in structured literacy, Seekers Club (literacy Learning Center. activities, including field trips, program), Advanced Learning Center • For more information, visit swimming, games, arts and crafts, professional tutoring, homework pinellasydi.org, or call 442-5550. sports and learn about a different time, seasonal camps for school-age character trait each week. children, scout groups, boys/girls Neighborly Senior Café Site - • Middle school (entering grades 6-8) summits, martial arts and My Journey Neighborly Care Network • High school (entering grades 9-12) With Jazz program. Contact Malika As part of the Neighborly Care • June 3-Aug. 9 McCluster, program manager, for more Network, North Greenwood • No camp July 4 information. Recreation Center offers a senior • Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. dining site that provides complete hot • $30 for the entire summer – Must Additional Information meals approved by a licensed dietitian live in Pinellas County to qualify Call for updates on new and upcoming that are suitable for those with high • Registration is under way projects, such as poster contests, blood pressure and heart disease. This For more information, contact camp YouTube video creations and adult program provides nourishment not programmer Johnareus Young at workshops. only for the body, but also for the 462-6276, or email johnareus.young@ soul, as this program allows seniors myclearwater.com. to interact with others. For more information, call 593-9444.

Summer 37 Long Center 1501 N. Belcher Road, 793-2320 Long Center

Hours Long Center Amenities • Mon.-Thu.: 6 a.m.-9 p.m. • Fri.: 6 a.m.-7 p.m. • Sat.: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • 50-meter indoor pool (80º) • The fitness center is open for ages (Pool 8 a.m.-noon) • 25-yard therapy heated pool (90º) 14 through adult. Youth 14 to • Sun.: Closed • Locker rooms 17 years old must have a fitness • Holidays: Closed • Triple wooden floor gymnasium room waiver signed by a parent or • Convenient access to the Ream guardian on file. Wilson Trail Fitness Orientation Classes • A 2,700-square-foot fitness room including areas for cardio, strength, (Free) conditioning and stretching Learn the proper way to use the fitness center equipment. Staff will work with a small group, helping them become familiar with the equipment and its proper use. According to city policy, youth ages 12-13 can use Clearwater’s fitness centers under Long Center Youth Pass special requirements. For details, contact your local recreation center. Sponsored by the Long Center • Sat., 11 a.m. Foundation This pass is available to residents and Facility Rentals non-residents who are 18 years of age and younger for access to open gym, Facility Map location: 25 fitness center and pool use at the Long • Activity/meeting room space; seats Center only. As a pass holder, you 30-55 people with several configurations will receive "with card" pricing on available Long Center programs, but no other • Triple wooden floor gymnasium for discounts apply. This pass cannot be tournaments and special events used at any other city of Clearwater • Podium and PA system available recreation centers or to register for any • Pool (year round) youth co-sponsored athletic leagues or • 50-meter indoor heated pool with programs other than the Clearwater 1-meter diving boards and starting blocks Aquatic Team. • 25-yard therapy pool, temp. 88-90º • Youth $41.25 • Separate seating for spectators • Locker rooms • Lightning protection system, which allows the pool to safely stay open during Open Swim Hours typical thunderstorms • Birthday party packages are available • Mon.-Thu.: 6 a.m.-9 p.m. • Fri.: 6 a.m.-7 p.m. • Sat.: 8 a.m.-noon Daily Admission Fees • Sun.: Closed For daily admission fees, please see page 24. • Holidays: Closed

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Birthday Parties Aquatic Teams/Sports Swim Lessons

• Deluxe Pool Party – The Deluxe Clearwater Aquatic Team (ages Thanks to a generous donation from Pool, which is our most popular 5-18) the Long Center Foundation, all group package, consists of two hours in The Clearwater Aquatic Team, or swim lessons (Parent/Child to Level the swimming pool and two hours CAT, is a year-round competitive 2) will be $10 for all children. Our in one of the Long Center’s air swim program under the United States hope is that no child will ever drown in conditioned party rooms. and Florida swimming organizations. Pinellas County because they couldn’t • $150 + tax CAT provides a positive learning afford swim lessons. • Pool Party Extreme – Upgrade environment for children and adults your pool party to the extreme. This wishing to get involved in competitive Group Swim Lessons package includes two hours in the swimming. Swimmers are grouped Instructor/student ratios are lower swimming pool. While in the pool, according to age and ability, which (1-4 for Level 1, 2 and Parent/Child, your party will receive private use of ensures the most positive interactive and 1-6 for Levels 3 and 4). This gives “Rock-It,” the giant pool inflatable. experience. students more time with the instructor Afterwards, relax for two hours in • CAT Office, 791-9542 and less time waiting. All classes one of our air conditioned party • Jere Gunderman, 562-4602 are taught by Red Cross-certified rooms complete with tablecloths and • clearwateraquatics.com instructors. balloons. • $474 + tax Registration for swim lessons is online • The Gym Party –Have fun and stay Swim Meets at https://webtrac. myclearwater.com dry with the gym party. This party or on-site at the Long Center. Online will give you four hours of exclusive registration is at 7:30 a.m., and on-site access to your own private gym Host: PCL Swim Meet (Short Course) registration begins at 8 a.m. Beginner court. Included on your court would • Sat.-Sun., June 1-2 group lessons (Levels 1-2 & Parent/ be your own private Moon Walk Child) are only $10. bounce house. Also included are Host: CAT Swim Meet Escape the party balloons and tablecloths. Heat (Long Course) Group Swim Lessons • $474 + tax • Fri.-Sun., June 7-9 • Mon. & Wed. or Tue. & Thu. • Land & Sea Party Package – Why • 4-week sessions choose one or the other when you Host: Special Olympics Swim Meet • Eight 30-minute lessons can have both? With the Land & Sea • Sat., June 22 • $10 per session for Parent/Child Package, your group will have two and Levels 1 & 2 hours of pool access followed by two Host: Warrior Games Swim Meet • $25 (W) / $28 (W/O) per session hours of access to your own private • Sat., June 29 for Levels 3-4 & Adult gym court. Included on your court would be your own private Moon Host: CAT AAU National Parent/Child Classes Walk bounce house. Also included Championship • Parent/Child 1 (6-18 months) are balloons and tablecloths. • Fri.-Sat., July 5-7 • Parent/Child 2 (19-36 months) • $675 + tax • Parents are in the pool with the • The Ultimate Long Center Party Host: CAT FL International child and instructor Package – Your group will get “the Championship works” in this ultimate package. • Wed.-Sat., July 31-Aug. 3 Adult Beginner Lessons You will start your party with two • Designed for adults or teens who hours in the swimming pools with Host: City of Clearwater: Summer cannot swim or are uncomfortable private use of “Rock-It,” the giant Pool Team Championship Meet in the water. pool inflatable. Afterwards, take • Sat., Aug. 10 over your own gym court with both of the center’s land inflatables: the Host: City of Clearwater: Tail-End Moon Walk bounce house and the Master Meet (Long Course) Giant Slide. Also included are party • Sat.-Sun., Aug. 24-25 balloons and tablecloths. • $1,200 + tax Host: CAT Swim Meet vs. GTSA Dual Meet For more information and availability, • Sat., Sept. 7 contact Cliff Norris at 793-2320, ext. 252, or email cliff.norris@ myclearwater.com.

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Summer 5/5A Private Swim Lessons Registration is May 18 Children, teens and adults of all ages Mon. & Wed., June 3-26 can enjoy one-on-one teaching with a Tue. & Thurs., June 4-27 certified instructor. 11-11:30 a.m., Levels 1, 2, Parent/ • 20 minutes per lesson Child 1 • $30 (W) / $33 (W/O) • 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Levels 2, 3, • Contact 793-2320, ext. 225, or Parent/Child 2 [email protected] to • 12:30-1 p.m., Levels 1, 2, Parent/ schedule a time Child 1 & 2 Long Center • 4:30 p.m., Levels 1, 2, Parent/Child 1 Summer Pool Team (Level 4-6) • 5:15 p.m., Levels 1, 2, 3, Parent/ Long Center summer pool team is the Child 2 next step in swimming once a child • 6 p.m., Levels 1, 2, 3 has completed Level 3 learn-to-swim • 6:45 p.m., Levels 1, 2, 4 program. By joining the summer pool • 7:30 p.m., Adult Lessons team, the goal is to get your child ready for the swim team. The team practices Session 6/6A three times a week for 45 minutes. The Registration is June 29 goals are to continue the development Mon. & Wed., July 8-Aug. 5 (no class of all four strokes (freestyle, backstroke, July 31 ) breaststroke and butterfly), along with Tue. & Thu., July 9- Aug. 6 (no class flip-turns, open-turns and starts. Your Aug. 1) child will learn the correct swimming • 11-11:30 a.m., Levels 1, 2, Parent/ terminology to make the step into year- Child 1 round competitive swimming a breeze. • 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Levels 2, 3, • Mon-Thu. Parent/Child 2 • 11 a.m.-noon or 7-8 p.m. • 12:30-1 p.m., Levels 1, 2, Parent/ • $40 (W) / $44 (W/O) per session Child 1 & 2 • Scholarships are available • 4:30 p.m., Levels 1, 2, Parent/Child 1 • Contact 793-2320, ext. 107, or • 5:15 p.m., Levels 1, 2, 3, Parent/ [email protected] Child 2 Summer Session 1 • 6 p.m., Levels 1, 2, 3 • June 3-13 • 6:45 p.m., Levels 1, 2, 4 • Swim meet at North Greenwood on • 7:30 p.m., Adult Lessons Freestyle Sat., June 15 Session 7/7A Summer Session 2 Registration is Aug. 10 • June 17-27 Mon. & Wed., Aug. 19-Sept. 16 (no • Swim Meet at Ross Norton Pool on class Sept. 2 due to the city holiday) Sat., June 29 Tue. & Thu., Aug. 20-Sept. 12 Summer Session 3 • 11-11:30 a.m., Levels 1, 2, Parent/ • July 1-11 (no class July 4, city Child 1 holiday) • 11:45 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Levels 2, 3, • Swim Meet at North Greenwood Parent/Child Pool on Saturday, July 13 • 12:30-1 p.m., Levels 1, 2, Parent/ Child 1 & 2 Summer Session 4 • 4:30 p.m., Levels 1, 2, Parent/Child 1 • July 15-25 • 5:15 p.m., Levels 1, 2, 3, Parent/ • Swim Meet at Morningside Pool on Child 2 Sat., July 27 • 6 p.m., Levels 1, 2, 3 Session 5 • 6:45 p.m., Levels 1, 2, 4 • July 29-Aug. 8 (no class July 31 & • 7:30 p.m., Adult Lessons Aug. 1 due to a swim meet) • Swim Meet at Long Center on Sat., Aug. 10

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Classical Ballet with Iliana Learn this Vaganova technique with a former professional ballerina aimed at advancing physical, emotional and social skills while teaching discipline and artistry through dance. Contact Iliana at [email protected] for details & placement. This class is for intermediate and advanced students who are age 18 and older. • Thu., 2-3 p.m. Competition • $10 (W) / $11 (W/O) Clearwater Spring Board Diving Program Water Exercise Drop-in Volleyball (ages 5+) This open drop-in adult volleyball Do you like to jump, swim and flip? Classes program is for medium- to high-skilled If so, then sign up for diving lessons. players. New divers must be able to swim. Train Aqua Moves with Claudia • Sat., 8-11:30 a.m. to overcome fears and move onto the Feel the effects of better health, strength • Mon., 9 a.m.-noon next level whether high school diving and vitality by joining Claudia, an • Free (SS/Plus) / $1 (W) / $2 (W/O) or future collegiate diving. arthritis-certified instructor, in a fun per class • Mon.-Wed., 7:15-8:45 p.m. water movement class for all fitness • $12 (W) / $14 (W/O) per class levels. Rungo Performance Dance • Mon., Wed., Fri. Sharpen your mind and body with Splash Into Synchro • 1:15-2 p.m. patterns of dance choreography. Synchronized swimming combines • $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) • Mon., 6-7 p.m. gymnastics, dance, theater and • $8 (W) / $9 (W/O) per class swimming while also developing Silver Splash with Claudia teamwork and music skills. Learn the Improve flexibility and cardiovascular Rungo Dance Fitness techniques in this novice class. Contact endurance. The lap pool is heated to 80 Learn basic dance rhythms while [email protected] if you have degrees. burning calories, reinforcing any questions. • Tue., Thu., 9-9:45 a.m. coordination and balance. This class is • Tue., Thu., 5-6 p.m. • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) per part dance, part fitness. • $10 (W) / $11 (W/O) class • Mon., 7-8 p.m. • Sat., 10-11 a.m. Splashball With Zac • $8 (W) / $9 (W/O) per class (ages 6-13) Adult Programs Splashball is designed to introduce Happy Tap the sport of water polo to children. with Nellie Adaptive Karate This class provides basic skills and Learn the fundamentals of tap and Increase self-esteem, independence, understanding of the sport in a improve your balance and memory discipline, fitness and coordination. recreational and fun format. while having fun. Opportunities to • Thu., 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Tue., Thu., 7-8 p.m. perform will be available. • Pre-registration is required • $7 (W) / $8 (W/O) per class • Tue., 11 a.m.-noon, beginners • $44 (W) / $48 (W/O) average • $2 (W) / $3 (W/O) per class Water Polo Club Team With Zac monthly fee (ages 13-18) Table Tennis Club Kali/Eskrima This program trains year round Learn with a friendly and experienced Kali/Eskrima is an ancient martial art and competes in a scrimmage or group of adult table tennis players that from the Philippines that emphasizes tournament at least once a month. Age are eager to help you improve. the use of weapons. group water polo is designed to further • Tue., Thu., 9 a.m.-noon • Wed., 9:30-10:30 a.m. your skill in the sport and develop your • Sat., 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. • $44 (W) / $48 (W/O) average key fundamentals. Scholarships are • sunrisetabletennis.com monthly fee available. • Free (SS/Plus) / $2 (W) / $3 (W/O) • Tue., Thu., 7-9 p.m. per day • $13 (W) / $14 (W/O) per class • Contact Zac at (562) 212-5002 or [email protected]

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Yoga SilverSneakers® Splash Zumba with Julie Improve flexibility and cardiovascular Jump into the Latin-inspired, easy-to- Learn proper alignment of yoga endurance. No swimming ability is follow, calorie-burning, dance fitness postures and stress-reducing breathing required. party. techniques. • Tue., Thu. • Mon., Wed., Fri., 10-11 a.m. • Tue., Thu., 7-8:15 p.m. • 9-9:45 a.m. • Tue., Thu., 7-8 p.m. • $7 (W) / $8 (W/O) per class • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) per • Sat., 11 a.m.-noon class • $6 (W) / $7 (W/O) per class

SilverSneakers® Yoga Splash Into Synchro Long Center Personal Training Increase range of movement, strength, Synchronized swimming combines balance and restorative breathing to gymnastics, dance, theater and One-on-One Personal Training promote stress reduction. This class swimming while also developing with Christina employs chair-based exercises. A yoga teamwork and music skills. Learn the This service is offered for those who mat is not required. techniques in our novice class. wish to work exclusively one-on-one • Tue., Thu., 12:30-1:15 p.m. • Tue., Thu., 5-6 p.m. with a personal trainer during their • Sat., 10-10:45 a.m. • $10 (W) / $11 (W/O) exercise routine. • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) per • [email protected] • By appointment class • $40 (W) / $44 (W/O), one hour • $20 (W) / $22 (W/O), half hour SilverSneakers® BOOM • Call Christina at 686-9599 This 45-minute class is divided into Home School two segments and combines the Fitness Consultation & Follow-Up cardiovascular benefits of dance with Archery with Christina the benefits of weight training in a (ages 6-18) Get an initial fitness consultation and fun, easy-to-follow, high-impact class Children learn the basics of archery. 30-minute follow-up session to learn format. • Tue., 9-10 a.m. a basic routine to follow on your own • Boom Move It is a heart-healthy • $5 (W) / $6 (W/O) time. cardio workout in the form of a • During the school year only • By appointment non-stop dance party. • Call 686-9599 • Boom Muscle is an action- • $60 (W) / $66 (W/O) based, functional and strength conditioning class that provides a Pickleball dynamic workout. Pickleball is a fun, active game that is • Mon., Wed., 6-6:45 p.m. played on a badminton court with the • Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat., 9-9:45 a.m. net lowered to 34 inches. • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) per • Mon., 9 a.m.-noon, 5:30-8:30 p.m. class • Wed., 9 a.m.-noon • Fri., 1-4 p.m. • Free (PLUS/SS) / $2 (W) / $3 (W/O)

Salsa Dancing with Corrine Have fun and learn the latest dance moves with this salsa class for beginners. No partner is necessary. • Thu., 5-6 p.m. • Sat., 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • $11 (W) / $12 (W/O) per class

Senior Exercise with Nellie This class is designed to increase flexibility, muscular strength, balance and range of movement for daily living. • Wed., 8:30-9:30 a.m. • $3 (W) / $4 (W/O) per class

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Karate/Jiu-Jitsu Self Defense (ages 6-18) Youth Programs (ages 14+) Traditional martial arts are taught by a Learn the arts of kickboxing, grappling, black belt instructor. Classical Ballet kali/eskrima and street-oriented • Thu., 10-11 a.m. with Iliana training. • $44 (W) / $48 (W/O) average Learn this Vaganova technique with • Tue., 6:30-8:30 p.m. monthly fee a former professional ballerina aimed • $56 (W) / $64 (W/O) average to advance physical, emotional and monthly fee Physical Education social skills while teaching discipline (ages 6-15) and artistry through dance. Email Third Fridays Children participate in a variety of [email protected] for details and (grades 1-8) physical education activities. placement. Join us for a night of games, • Tue., 10-11 a.m. swimming, pizza and refreshments. • $5 (W) / $6 (W/O) Beginner • Third Fri. of each month • During the school year only • Ages 6-10 • 6-10 p.m. • Fri., 5:15-6:15 p.m. • Participants must be registered by Swim Workshop • $10 (W) / $11 (W/O) Thu. before the event • Tue., Thu. through May 23 Intermediate • Participants must arrive before • 11:15 a.m.-noon • Ages 9-13, need at least 3 years of 7 p.m. the night of the event • $5 (W) / $6 (W/O) experience • $15 (W) / $17 (W/O) • Wed., 5:30-7 p.m. Weight Training • $15 (W) / $16 (W/O) (ages 13-18) Advanced This program provides an introduction Summer Camp • Ages 12-18, need at least 5 years of to weight lifting, proper exercise form, experience use of equipment, basic routine and Campers will participate in structured • Wed., 7-8:45 p.m. gym etiquette. activities, including field trips, • $18 (W) / $19 (W/O) • Thu., 9-9:45 a.m. swimming, games, arts and crafts, • $24 (W) / $28 (W/O) average sports and learn about a different Karate/Jiu-Jitsu character trait each week. monthly fee (ages 6+) • During the school year only • Elementary (entering grades 1-5) Traditional martial arts are taught by a • Middle School (entering grades 6-8) black belt instructor. Learn discipline • June 3-Aug. 9 and respect while having fun and • No camp July 4 making friends. • Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-5:30 p.m. • Mon., Wed. • $90 (W) / $100 (W/O) per week • All levels, 5-5:45 p.m. • Registration is under way • $56 (W) / $64 (W/O) average Contact Macie Tripple at 793-2320, monthly fee ext. 246, or email macie.tripple@ myclearwater. com.

Summer 43 Henry L. McMullen Tennis Complex 2016 USTA Outstanding Facility Award Winner

1000 Edenville Ave., 669-1919

Hours Summer Camp • Mon.-Thu.: 8 a.m.-9 p.m. • Fri.: 8 a.m.-7 p.m. Summer Camp Adult Drop-In Play, 4.5+ • Sat., Sun.: 8 a.m.-4 p.m. (ages 5+) • Mon., Wed., Fri. • Holidays: Call for hours • Mon.-Fri., June 3-Aug. 9 • Noon-2 p.m. • 9 a.m.-noon only • $3.25 (W) / $5 (W/O) • $75 (W) / $83 (W/O) for the week

McMullen Tennis Complex McMullen Tennis Monthly Dues • $30 (W) / $33 (W/O) daily drop-in • Individual $26.75 Tennis, Adult • Family $85.60 Autism Summer Tennis Clinic (ages 5+) • Mon.-Fri., June 3-Aug. 9 2.0-2.5 *Henry L. McMullen Tennis Complex: • 9-10 a.m. New Beginner Drill Monthly dues allow Plus holders free daily • $50 (W) / $55 / (W/O) weekly rate This player has little to no tennis court use, admission to special events, • $12 (W) / $14 (W/O) drop-in experience or needs instruction on priority registration and much more. basic technique. Drop-in fees are available for recreation What to bring: • Mon., Wed., 6-7 p.m. card holders and those without cards. For • Racquet (city provides one if daily drop-in fees, call the McMullen Tennis needed) Advanced Beg. Drill Complex at 669-1919. • Water bottle or jug to fill This is a class good for someone who • Tennis-appropriate clothing, shoes has not played in years and needs a and hat refresher course. Facility Rentals • Mon., Wed., 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Sunscreen • $14 (W) / $16 (W/O) The city’s recreation facilities offer rental • Snacks spaces for meetings, special occasions and other activities. Celebrate a birthday, 3.0-3.5 anniversary, wedding, bar/bat mitzvah, Ladies League Clinics graduation, a company picnic or dance. Tennis This is a perfect entry-level clinic for Reservations are required. Call each those just starting to play in a league. location for pricing, details and availability Silver Sneakers® Drop-In Play • Mon., Tue., Thu. information. • Mon., Wed. • 9-10:30 a.m. • $16 (W) / $18 (W/O) Facility Map location: 20 • 11 a.m.-noon • Free (SS/PLUS) / $5 (W) / $6 (W/O) • National award-winning facility 3.5-3.9 • 15 lighted tennis courts including seven Adult Drop-In Play, 3.5-4.0 Intermediate Drill hard courts and eight clay courts • Mon., Wed., Fri. This player has dependable strokes but • Covered shade structures • Noon-2 p.m. lacks depth, variety and control when • Divider fences between courts • $3.25 (W) / $5 (W/O) going for power. Call for availability; • Restrooms with shower facilities classes run only if attendance • Lawn style furniture minimums are met. • Mon.-Thu., 7-8:30 p.m. • Sat., 10-11:30 a.m. • $16 (W) / $18 (W/O)

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4.0 + Orange Ball Teen Beginner Tennis Advanced Night Drill (10 and younger) • Tue., Thu., 5-6 p.m. This player is beginning to hit with Advanced Beginner Level • $14 (W) / $16 (W/O) power, spin, depth and control. The • Mon.-Thu., 4-5 p.m. serve can be a weapon, and the player Beginner Level Girl Scout Troops of Pinellas can move into a net position with some • Mon., & Wed., 4-5 p.m. County Tennis Clinics skill. Call for availability; classes run • $14 (W) / $16 (W/O) daily drop-in Earn your sports patch in only two only if attendance minimums are met. • $35 (W) / $39 (W/O) four classes weeks. • Mon.-Thu., 7-8:30 p.m. • Schedule troop clinics • Mon., Fri., 10:30 a.m.-noon Green Dot Ball: Intro to Yellow Ball • Learn the basics strokes, keeping • $16 (W) / $18 (W/O) • Mon.-Thu., 5-6:30 p.m. score and start playing tennis. • $16 (W) / $18 (W/O) daily drop-in • $10 per Girl Scout or troop leader Adult Cardio Tennis • $50 (W) / $55 (W/O) four classes • Call Lori Burdell at 669-1919 4.0+ Advanced Level: • Tue., 6:30-8 p.m. Advanced Junior Player 3.5 Cardio Level: Development Exercise, Fitness • 6:30-8 p.m. This program is for entry-level to advanced tournament players. • $16 (W) / $18 (W/O) for drop-in Pickleball Drop-In Play rate Emphasis is on speed, agility, footwork, on-court strategy and more. Pickleball is a fun, active game that is played on a badminton court with the Fit For Tennis • Tue., Wed., Thu. net lowered to 34 inches. This is an on-court tennis station • 4-6 p.m. • $20 (W) / $22 (W/O) • Wed., 7-9 p.m. workout program. Stations include: • Sat., 9-11 a.m. resistance bands, jump robes, medicine • Free (PLUS/SS) / $2 (W) / $3 (W/O) balls, foot work ladders and a ball USTA Junior Team Tennis machine. This is a weight-training boot Register for Pinellas North Team Up camp that focuses on muscle groups and play some junior team tennis. Your used during match play. child must be able to play tennis at Special Tennis Events • All levels the advanced beginner to intermediate level and know general rules and • Tue., Thu. Family Tennis Festival scoring. Levels of play: 8 & Younger/ • 6-7 p.m. Celebrate the grand opening of the Red Ball, 10 & Younger/Orange Ball, • $14 (W) / $16 (W/O) daily drop-in facility's newest four hydro-grid clay 14 & Younger/Green Dot Ball, and 18 courts. Those who register will enjoy & Younger/Yellow Ball. free tennis clinics, food and drinks. • Summer Team-Up: TBD Demos of the newest line of racquets Junior Programs • Sign up for a spot on a junior tennis also will be offered. team. Bring a friend or meet new • Sat., May 18 Red Ball friends to play with or against. This • 10 a.m.-1 p.m. (ages 5-6) is a fun league designed to teach you • Free This program is for slower play on a how to compete in an enjoyable, no-pressure organized play. smaller court and net. Shorter racquets Love Serving Autism • For information, call 669-1919. enable earlier play. Sessions are six weeks each and cost • Mon., Wed., 5-5:45 p.m. $60 per session. • $10 (W) / $11 (W/O) USTA Junior Team Tennis is held at the Henry L. McMullen Summer Season 1 Junior Evening Clinics Tennis Complex. Give your child • Sat., June 15, 22, 29, July 13, The junior instructional program the opportunity to enjoy playing 20, 27 includes five different class levels for competitive tennis with a positive • Aug. 3 is a rain make-up children ages 4-18. The program experience. This is an exciting new • Call 669-1919 for information provides a structured and fun format for learning tennis by using framework for learning, where modified equipment and scoring to the student will foster a lasting encourage playing. Contact 669-1919 enjoyment for the game of tennis and or [email protected] a willingness and desire to improve. for league sign-ups, dates and match Call for availability; classes run only schedules. if attendance minimums are met. For information, call 669-1919.

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Adult Tennis Scrambles • Third Fri. of every month • 6:30-8:30 p.m. • $10 per person • Bring a new can of balls or a light snack

Family Beginner Clinic: 12+ • Mon., Wed. • 6-7 p.m. • $14 (W) / $16 (W/O) daily drop-in

Pop Tennis Pop tennis is fun for the whole family. Scoring is the same as tennis. • Rent paddles and balls • Underhand serve • Play with orange ball or green dot ball • One serve only to start the point • Eight-game pro-set • $5 paddle rental (you must leave a copy of your driver's license or current recreation card at the front

McMullen Tennis Complex McMullen Tennis desk)

Lessons

Private Lessons • Times and days set by patron and pro • $55 (W) / $66 (W/O)

Semi-Private Lessons (3 people) • Times and days set by patron and pro • $34 (W) / $38 (W/O)

Pickleball Clinics and private lessons are offered by a certified instructor, Tony Roig, upon request. 1-hour private lesson • $40 (W) / $45 (W/O) 2-hour group clinic (4-8 people) • $20 (W) / $22 (W/O) Private Lessons 46 MyClearwater Moccasin Lake Nature Park Moccasin Lake Nature Park 2750 Park Trail Lane, 562- 4315

Visit this 51-acre preserve located within the city of Clearwater. Experience and enjoy the way native Florida used to be, as well as learn about environmental conservation. Moccasin Lake Nature Park provides city residents, neighboring communities, tourists and foreign visitors a chance to explore a different side of urbanized Pinellas County. Approximately one mile of nature trails wander through six ecological communities.

Hours Join the Adventure! • Wed.-Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Bring your group of students to Moccasin Lake Nature Park for a tour and specialty • Closed Mon., Tue., and all city holidays program. Enjoy one of the programs listed, followed by a mile-long guided tour of (special programming excluded) the park’s trails, animal exhibits and waterways. Call 562-4315 for reservations. • Days and times are subject to change Facility Rentals Celebrate a birthday, anniversary, wedding, bar/bat mitzvah, graduation, a company picnic or dance. Reservations are required. Call for pricing, details and availability information. Facility Map location: 26 • Activity/meeting room space; seating for 100 people theater style or 75 people at tables • Large, covered wrap-around wooden porch • Complete audio/visual package available • Deluxe wedding packages are available • Outdoor covered pavilion with picnic tables and amphitheater • Fish and turtle pond, butterfly gardens, stately oaks and grassy fields • 51 forested acres, exhibits, displays and mile- long nature trail Daily Admission – Free All Moccasin Lake programs that require pre-registration can be done at any city of Clearwater recreational center. Programs are subject to change. For up-to-date Private information, call 562-4315. Lessons Summer 47 Moccasin Lake Nature Park

Nature Specialty Programs

For the following programs, a minimum of 10 participants is required. Cost is $4/person (resident group) and $5/person (non- resident group) for the programs Buggy Basics through Weather in Florida. For the programs listed from Pond Safari through Smelly Plants, cost is $5/person (resident group) and $6.25/person (non-resident group).

Buggy Basics Weather in Florida Learn about the variety of amazing insects that inhabit your Learn to prepare for the best and worst that Florida weather backyard, and enjoy an insect scavenger hunt in the butterfly has to offer. Discover why and how to protect ourselves from garden. both the sun and hurricanes.

Dinosaur Crossings Pond Safari Discover these amazing animals from the past. Fossils tell an Grab a dip net, and take the plunge. See what organisms are incredible history. Take a fossil home with you, if you can find lurking in the waterways at Moccasin Lake Nature Park. one. Owl Pellets Birding Beginnings Dissect owl pellets and see what was for dinner. Learn about What is the difference between an anhinga and a cormorant? the different types of owls found in Florida. As a proud Floridian, you should know. Fresh Water Chemistry Energy Show Learn what makes water healthy enough for plants and Learn all about energy in this fun-filled program about energy animals to thrive. Participants will test the waters of Moccasin basics. Lake and discover the chemistry behind healthy waterways. Moccasin Lake Nature Park Florida Snakes Cold Chemistry How many types of snakes can be found in Florida? Learn And we mean very cold! Enjoy a wonderful cryogenics what species you might see in this area. presentation using liquid nitrogen.

Park Animals & Insects, Close up! The Energy Show See some of the park’s smaller animals and insects including Learn about alternative energy resources for the future in this reptiles and amphibians. You may even get to touch some of fun-filled program of energy basics. them. Smelly Plants The Tiny World All Around Us Many of our spices, foods and perfumes come from plants. Learn how to use a microscope and then take a journey Learn how some of this is accomplished by plants and why through the jungle of life too small for our eyes to see. some have produced these odors.

Hiking/Tours

Guided Nature Hike Night Hike Orientation/Interpretive Walking A naturalist will guide your group Explore Florida’s nightlife firsthand Tour of the Historical Myron A. through the 51-acre nature park where you may encounter owls, Smith Bayview and the Kapok looking for wildlife, identifying bats, alligators, opossums, raccoons, Wetland Environmental Parks plants and discussing natural habitats armadillos and more. Bring bug Enjoy a leisurely interpretive walk in the park. A two-week notice is repellent. A two-week notice is through two of the city’s finest recommended. recommended. parks. Learn about the history and • Tue.-Sat., upon request • Tue.-Sat. upon request environmental role each park plays • Groups of 10 people or more • Groups of 10 people or more in enhancing and preserving Florida’s • $3 per person • $3 per person unique wild lands and the flora and fauna they support. • Tue.-Sat., upon request • Groups of 10 people or more • $3 per person

48 MyClearwater Moccasin Lake Nature Park Moccasin Lake Nature Park

Clearwater Audubon Society The Florida Herb Society The local chapter of the National Dr. Lynn’s Birding Basics Series Audubon Society conducts field trips Join us for a birding beginner’s Bring herb cuttings, seeds and plants to Florida’s natural areas, supports local program series, designed for families to swap along with your favorite herbal environmental education efforts and with children ages 8 and older (must delight, and then enjoy monthly sponsors environmental educators to be accompanied by an adult). Come to lectures and workshops. Audubon training centers. Everyone is one or all; programs are free. • Tue., May 21, June 18 welcome. • 6:30-8:15 p.m. • Mon., May 6, June 3, July 1, Aug. 5 Birding 101 • Registration and herbal swap start at • 6:30-9 p.m. This program provides an introduction 6:15 p.m. • clearwateraudubonsociety.org to a popular hobby. Get started in bird • Meeting starts at 6:45 p.m. identification. • thefloridaherbsociety.weebly.com Bird Walks • Sat., May 25 • May 21: herbalist Janice Neuzel Take a guided hike on Moccasin Lake’s • 10:30 a.m. will speak about herbs and how to nature trail while seeking birds by sight construct a herbal first-aid kit. and sound. Bring binoculars and field Birds in Classical Music • June 18: Linda Nash Stevenson, guides, if you have them. This unique program will demonstrate president of the Florida Herb • Sat., May 4, June 1, July 6, Aug. 3 how and why musicians used bird Society, will demonstrate how to • Moccasin Lake Environmental themes in classical music. make hydrosols from plants in your Education Center • Sat., July 20 own kitchen. A potluck dinner and • Meet in parking lot by 8 a.m. • 10:30 a.m. elections will be held. • Free Shorebirds of Florida’s West Coast Suncoast Herpetological Society, Inc. Many people enjoy the beach, and so Guest speakers share their expertise do birds. Learn the common and not- on certain reptile and amphibian so-common birds you find along our breeds on a monthly basis; some bring gorgeous shoreline. live animals. Learn fascinating facts • Sat., Aug. 24 on husbandry and diet, to threats of • 10:30 a.m. extinction and how to protect these animals. The group offers presentations World Migratory Bird Day with the with live reptiles and amphibians to Clearwater Audubon Society schools, clubs, etc., teaching responsible Experience a live bird exhibit and pet ownership, conservation and program. preservation through education. • Sun., May 11 • Sat., June 22, July 27, Aug. 24 • 10 a.m.-noon • 6-8 p.m. • kingsnake.com/suncoastherpsociety • Call 942-6700 or 479-7676 or email [email protected]

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Tampa Bay Turtle & Tortoise Ninja Camp Society Chainwheel Participants will learn the ninja The Tampa Bay Turtle & Tortoise philosophies of respect, discipline and Society assists in conservation of Drive: self-defense. turtles and tortoises. Each month, a • Fri., June 7, Aug. 2 speaker discusses topics that emphasize Nature Discovery • 6-9 p.m. education, conservation and proper • $25 (W) / $28 (W/O) captive husbandry. The group also on Two Wheels conducts at least one field trip, Intro to Kayaking by Osprey Bay sometimes two, as a club. Trail Rides Learn the basics of kayaking in the • Sat., May 11, June 8, July 13, Enjoy yourself during this casual ride classroom and on the water in this free, Aug. 10 along the beautiful Ream Wilson Trail. dynamic two-day program. • 7-9 p.m. Ride with an experienced cycling guide • Tue., May 14, June 11, July 16, • Call Ralph Till at 515-7443 on a paved trail in the shade of the tree Aug. 13 canopy along scenic waterways, taking • 6:30-7:30 p.m. Florida Native Plant Society in the sights of birds and wildlife at This group welcomes all who want to Kapok Park. Kayaks on the Water learn about native plants and explore • Sat., May 11, June 8, July 13, Demonstration Cliff Stephens Park natural areas. Aug. 10 • 600 Fairwood Ave. • Wed., May 1, June 5, July 3, Aug. 7 • 8-10 a.m. • Sat., May 18, June 15, July 20, • 6:30-8:30 p.m. • Meet at the Long Center (west side Aug. 17 • pinellas.fnpschapters.org of practice field) • 11 a.m.-noon • chainwheeldrive.com • 600 Fairwood Ave. Hukyu Bonsai Society • [email protected] or • ospreybay.com Learn the art and techniques of bonsai. call 441-2444 • Free

Moccasin Lake Nature Park • Sat., May 11, June 8, July 13, Kayak Fishing by Osprey Bay’s Aug. 10 Ken Odum • 10 a.m.-noon Archery Classroom Seminar: Ken will bring a • facebook.com/hukyubonsaisociety Children ages 6 and older can learn the rigged kayak and share his expertise in basics of archery. outfitting and fishing from a kayak. Safety Harbor Gardening Club • Sat., May 4, June 1, July 6, Aug. 3 • Tue., May 7, June 4, July 9, Aug. 6 There’s a lot to learn about gardening. • 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • 6:30-7:30 p.m. This group presents educational • $7 (W) / $8 (W/O) • ospreybay.com programs on a variety of gardening topics. For members, there are field trips and other special programs. • Wed., May 15, June 19, July 17, Aug. 21 • 10 a.m.-noon • safetyharborgardenclub.weebly.com

Friends in Focus Photography Club of Clearwater Moccasin Lake is now the new home of Friends in Focus Photography Club of Clearwater. Enjoy presentations, learning workshops, field trips and more. • Thu., May 16, June 20, July 18, Aug. 15 • 10 a.m.-noon Kayak Fishing

50 MyClearwater Morningside Recreation Complex Morningside 2400 Harn Blvd., 562-4280

The complex features a gymnasium, state-of-the-art fitness center, multi-purpose rooms, and three pools. The gymnasium houses basketball, volleyball and pickleball courts, and the multi-purpose room is perfect for exercise classes, rentals and parties. The fitness center features ellipticals, exercise bikes, treadmills, free weights, benches, stack weights, cardio/strength machines, fitness balls and Arc trainers. Youth 14-17 years old must have a fitness room waiver signed by a parent or guardian on file at the center they are attending. The complex has three pools, the main pool has 25-lap lanes along with springboard diving boards.

Aqua Zumba Morningside Complex Aquatics (all ages) Hours with Sanda Swim Lessons This class is perfect for those looking to • Mon.-Fri.: 7 a.m.-8 p.m. • 4-week sessions make a splash by adding a low-impact, • Sat.: 8 a.m.-5 p.m. • 30-minute lessons high-energy aquatic exercise to their • Sun.: 1-5 p.m. • $10 per session for Levels 1 & 2 fitness routine. • Holidays: May 27, July 4, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. • $25 (W) / $28 (W/O) per session for • Tue., Thu. Level 3 • 10-11 a.m. Morningside Pool Hours • Call 562-4280 for information • $7 (W) / $8 (W/O) • Mon.-Fri.: 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Summer Session • Sat.: 1.-5 p.m. Registration: May 18 Aquatic Teams • Sun.: 1-5 p.m. • Mon. & Wed., June 3-26 Holidays: May 27, July 4, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. • Tue. & Thu., June 4-27 Clearwater Aquatic Team Registration: June 29 (ages 5-18) Facility Rentals • Mon. & Wed., July 8-31 The Clearwater Aquatic Team, or The city’s recreation facilities offer rental • Tue. & Thu., July 9-Aug. 1 CAT, is a year-round competitive swim spaces for meetings, special occasions • Call 562-4280 for information program under the United States and and other activities. Celebrate a birthday, Florida swimming organizations. CAT anniversary, wedding, bar/bat mitzvah, Aqua Core provides a positive learning environment graduation, a company picnic or dance. (all ages) for children and adults wishing to get Reservations are required. Call each with Sanda involved in competitive swimming. location for pricing, details and availability Experience a deep-water exercise Swimmers are grouped according to information. Facility Map location: 19 class and use a flotation belt designed age and ability, which ensures the most • Activity/meeting room spaces; seats 30- to improve your core strength and positive interactive experience. 300 people with several configurations cardiorespiratory. • CAT Office, 791-9542 available • Mon., Wed., Fri. • clearwateraquatics.com • Access to playground, picnic tables and • 10-10:45 a.m. outdoor basketball courts • $7 (W) / $8 (W/O) • Double gymnasium • For more information or to book a Aqua Stretch (all ages) Personal Training party, email paul.roskey@myclearwater. with Sanda com, or call 562-4280. For pool rental Improve your body's mobility and One-on-One Personal Training information, email amy.dodson@ flexibility in this shallow water stretching with Melissa myclearwater.com, or call 562-4280. exercise class choreographed to music. This service is offered for those who wish • Mon., Wed., Fri. to work exclusively one-on-one with a personal trainer. Daily Admission Fees • 11-11:45 a.m. • $7 (W) / $8 (W/O) By appointment For daily admission fees, please see page 24. • $30 (W) / $33 (W/O), half hour • $60 (W) / $66 (W/O), hour Kayak Fishing • Call Melissa at 692-4591

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SilverSneakers® Yoga Programs & Classes Increase range of movement, strength, Youth Programs balance and restorative breathing to Fitness Orientation Classes promote stress reduction. This class Tot Shot Basketball Learn the proper way to use the fitness employs chair-based exercises. (ages 4-6) center equipment. Personnel will work • Wed., Fri. Start developing basketball skills while with a small group, helping people • 9-9:45 a.m. receiving professional instruction on become familiar with the equipment • Free (SS) / $4 (W) / $5 (W/O) drop-down hoops. and its proper use. per class • Mon., 5:30-6:30 p.m. • Mon. morning or Fri. afternoon by • $5 (W) / $6 (W/O) for both parent Morningside appointment Zumba and child • Call 562-4280 with Yineth Jump into the Latin-inspired, easy to Friday Night Friendzy Gymnastics follow, calorie burning, dance fitness (grades 1-8) with Diane party. Morningside Recreation Complex is (ages 4-16) • Wed., 11 a.m.-noon the place to be for an exciting evening Beginners to advanced students learn • $6 (W) / $7 (W/O) per class of games, activities and pizza, so bring acrobatic floor work exercises to the your friends and let the "Friendzy" latest pop music. Call Ms. Diane at Tai Chi begin. Students must be registered by 422-4946 to register. with Nancy Thu. prior to the event. • Wed., 4-7:30 p.m. This program provides integration of • Fri. May 3, June 7, July 12, Aug. 2 • Beginners/intermediate, 30-minute the body and mind for beginners in • 6-9 p.m. class Yang style. • $15 (W) / $17 (W/O) • $28 (W) / $32 (W/O) average • Tue., 9-10 a.m. monthly fee • $5 (W) / $6 (W/O) per class • Advanced, 45-minute class • For private lessons, call 644-8222 • $32 (W) / $36 (W/O) average monthly fee Filipino Martial Arts • Times vary depending on ability (all ages) This program introduces ancient Ballet martial arts from the Philippines and Beginners emphasizes use of weapons. (5-10 years) • Fri., 5-6 p.m. Learn the fundamentals of classical • $44 (W) / $48 (W/O) average ballet, which focus on basic technique, monthly fee proper body alignment and French terminology. Turbo Kick • Tue., 5:30-6:30 p.m. (ages 16+) • $40 (W) / $44 (W/O) average With fierce cardio kickboxing monthly fee and body sculpting dance moves choreographed to the hottest music Intermediate mixes, you’ll get ultra lean and toned (10 years+) while having a blast. While continuing the fundamentals of • Thu., 6-7 p.m. classical ballet, more attention is paid • $6 (W) / $7 (W/O) per class to the proper extension of the legs and shape of the feet. Insanity Live • Tue., 6:30-8 p.m. (ages 16+) • $40 (W) / $44 (W/O) average Challenge your body and push monthly fee yourself to the max with this high- intensity workout through group focus cardio drills, athletic conditioning and explosive moves without any equipment. • Thu., 7-8 p.m. • $6 (W) / $7 (W/O) per class

52 MyClearwater Programs & Classes Morningside

Pickleball Organized Sports Camps Pickleball is a fun, active game that is played on a badminton court with the Summer Camp net lowered to 34 inches. Basketball • June 3-Aug. 9 • Mon., Wed., Fri. • Mon.-Fri., 7 a.m.-6 p.m. • 8-11:30 a.m. Summer Youth Basketball League • $90 (W) / $100 (W/O) per week • Free (PLUS/SS) / $2 (W) / $3 Players will be taught all positions on • Inaugural Summer Special – Sign (W/O) per class the basketball court and fundamentals up for all 10 weeks of camp and get of the game in a fun and safe one week free. That's 10 weeks for Youth Basketball Drop-In recreational setting. This league is open the price of 9 weeks. Morningside (ages 18 and younger) to boys and girls between the ages of camp only. Shoot some hoops, work on your skills, 6-13. Register early because spots are • See Summer Fun Guide for camp meet new friends and have fun. limited. information • Mon., Fri., 3-8 p.m. • Evaluation date: Sat., May 11 • Tue., Thu., outdoor courts only • League dates: Sat., June 15-Aug. 24 • Free (Plus) / $1 (W) / $2 (W/O) • Game times will be determined daily fee after registration. Drop In • Fee is for basketball only, does not • $40 (W) / $44 (W/O) include pool or fitness room • A copy of child’s birth certificate is Brown Bag Basketball Pick Up needed when registering. (ages 18+) Table Tennis Drop-In • Coaches are needed for all age Bring your coworkers and get some (ages 18+) groups (6-7, 8-10, 11-13). Proper exercise during lunch. Drop in for some fun table tennis paperwork is required to be filled • Mon.-Fri. competition. out before coaching • 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. • Sat., Sun., 1-4 p.m. • Free (Plus) / $1 (W) / $2 (W/O) • Ages 10-15 must be accompanied Morningside Winter Basketball daily fee by guardian League • Free (PLUS/SS) / $2 (W) / $3 • Registration dates for the league are (W/O) daily from Aug. 3-Oct. 12 Drop-In Volleyball • Fri., 6-8 p.m. • Free (SS/Plus) / $2 (W) / $3 (W/O)

Dive-In Movies Bring your float and enjoy a movie with us. • Fri., May 10, June 14, July 12, Aug. 9 • 7-9:30 p.m. • $2 (W) / $3 (W/O)

Summer 53 Ross Norton Recreation and Aquatic Complex & Extreme Sports Park The Ross Norton Recreation, Aquatic & Extreme Sports Park features indoor basketball courts, meeting rooms, fitness room, a seasonal pool and an outdoor skate park. 1426 S. MLK, Jr. Ave., 562-4380 Ross Norton

Hours Special Events • Mon.-Fri., 7:30 a.m.-9 p.m. The center hosts a special event for • Sat., Sun., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. families to attend each month. To find • Note: facility hours subject to change out what’s happening each month, call 562-4380. Facility Rentals The city’s recreation facilities offer rental spaces for meetings, special occasions and other activities. Celebrate a birthday, anniversary, wedding, bar/bat mitzvah, graduation, School-Age Children a company picnic or dance. Reservations are required. Call for pricing, details and availability information. Facility Map location: 12 • Activity/meeting room space; seats up to 250 with a catering kitchen that overlooks Lake Bellevue “Community Out of School Time” • Double wooden floor gymnasium for tournaments (C.O.S.T) • Meeting space seating capacity up to 400 (ages 5-12) • Podium and PA system available Activities include homework, games, • Skate park available for rent/parties crafts, field trips, skateboarding, • Pool (seasonal) basketball and volleyball. Focus on positive self-esteem, nutrition, healthy Extreme Sports Park choices and obesity prevention. • Mon.-Fri., 2-6 p.m. Bikes Permitted: Skate Boards Permitted: • After-school program is funded in • Tue., Thu., 6-9 p.m. • During all open hours part by Juvenile Welfare Board of • Sun., 2-5 p.m. Pinellas County • Program runs throughout the Half-Pipe • Ramps • Rails • Skateboarding • Inline Skating • Bicycling • Scooters school year • All participants must have a signed waiver on file in order to use the skate park. • Free pick up at select schools • Helmets must be worn by all participants. • Free • The facility has beginner, intermediate and advanced areas for extreme sports. • You must live in Pinellas County • Free with PLUS / $1 (W) / $2 (W/O) to qualify. Call 562-4380 for information about enrollment Daily Admission Fees For daily admission fees, please see page 24. Exercise, Fitness

Pool Hours Drop-In Basketball May 25-27 & May 30-June 2 Aug. 17-Sept. 2 Bring your friends out for a friendly • All pools (1-5 p.m.) • 1-5 p.m. (weekends only) pick-up game. June 3-Aug 11 Holidays: • Fri., 6-9 p.m. • All pools, noon-7 p.m. (Mon.-Thu.) • All pools, 1-5 p.m. • Sat., 1-5 p.m. • All pools, 1-5 p.m. (Fri.-Sun.) • Free (PLUS/SS) / $1 (W) / $2 (W/O)

54 MyClearwater Programs & Classes Ross Norton

Pickleball A Matter of Balance Enhance® Fitness Pickleball is a fun, active game that is This evidence-based, Boston University In partnership with the YMCA of the played on a badminton court with the program helps to manage falls and Suncoast, this evidence-based group net lowered to 34 inches. increase activity levels. The program exercise program uses simple, easy- • Sun., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. consists of eight, two-hour sessions to-learn movements that motivate • Tue., 6-9 p.m., open play to include lecture from certified individuals (particularly those with • Thu., 6-9 p.m. instructors, group discussion and arthritis) to stay active. It is provided by • Free (PLUS/SS) / $2 (W) / $3 (W/O) exercises. Participants must be age 60 Pinellas County Social Action Funding. • Call the center to confirm availability or older. Pre-registration is required. Participants must be age 55 or older. Participants will learn to: • Call to put your name on an Table Tennis Club • View falls as controllable interest list for future classes (ages 18+) • Set goals for increasing activity • Class size is limited Drop in for some top-notch table • Make changes to reduce fall risks at • Pre-registration is required tennis competition. home • Pre-and post-physical assessments • Wed. 6-9 p.m., Sat., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. • Exercise to increase strength and and evaluations are required (half court) balance • Free • Sun., 10 a.m.-1 p.m. • Call 562-4380 to put your name on • Ages 10-15 must be accompanied Diabetes Education Empowerment an interest list by parent Program (DEEP) • Free (PLUS/SS) / $1.50 (W) / $2 This evidence-based, Stanford (W/O) daily University program is accredited by the National American Association Arts & Crafts of Diabetes Educators and is hosted by trained diabetes educators. The Professional photographers teach a Active Adults and program goal is to empower people variety of ongoing classes, including Seniors to take charge of their diabetes by introductory classes and how to use avoiding disease complications and editing software. improving self-management skills. This • Mon. & Thu., 6:30-8:30 p.m. Ross Norton is now offering program • Call 562-4380 for information or opportunities for active adults to make free program is sponsored by BayCare. Call 562-4380 for more information. register at meetup.com by finding friends, stay on the move and learn new the Florida Center for Creative things. Individuals age 55 and older Tai Chi: Moving for Better Balance Photography may take advantage of classes, health • Free and wellness programs, computer and This class is tailored for adults who Internet access, games, arts and crafts have concerns about falling and wish classes and opportunities to socialize to improve balance and mobility. This with others to stay connected with the one-hour class is held twice weekly for Resources community. 12 weeks. Participants must be age 60 or older. SHINE Evidence-Based Programs Health Insurance Counseling SHINE Ross Norton is pleased to host volunteers offer unbiased health evidence-based programs that offer insurance counseling on Medicare, proven ways through defined research Medicaid, prescriptions and long-term to promote wellness and to manage care insurance. or reduce health concerns and/or falls. • By appointment only Class size is limited. • Call 562-4380 • Pre-registration is required • Free • Participants should have problem- solving skills • Restrictions may apply • Free

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13 Batting cages • 19 Multi-purpose fields 35 Baseball/softball fields • 53 Satellite tennis courts

Organized Sports Adult Baseball Fields Baseball • Joe DiMaggio 2450 Drew St. ADULT LEAGUES LITTLE LEAGUES • Frank Tack For team registration or individual free- 1967 N. Hercules Ave. agent listing, contact Lonzo Saunders Clearwater Little League Baseball • Jack Russell Stadium at 562-4698. and Softball Program 801 Phillies Dr. (boys and girls, ages 5-18) • Ross Norton Men’s 18+, 35+, 45+, 55+ 60+ Leagues 1426 S. MLK Jr. Ave. • Season: March-Oct. Season runs from mid-February • Session 1: 10 games through mid-May. For more • Session 2: 10 games information, visit clearwaterlittleleague. • Session 3: 10 games com. • $1500 per session • Sid Lickton Complex • 714 Saturn Ave. 18+ Men’s League • clearwaterlittleleague.com • Games are played Tue., Wed., Thu. • Peter McGuff, 742-6730, evenings and Sat. afternoons and [email protected] evenings • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports • Frank Tack, Jack Russell and Joe Specialist, 562-4602 DiMaggio complexes 35+, 45+, 55+ Men’s Leagues Countryside Little League Baseball • Games are played on Sun. mornings and Softball Program and afternoons (boys and girls, ages 4-16) • Frank Tack, Jack Russell, Joe Spring season runs from mid-February DiMaggio and Ross Norton through mid-May. Online registration complexes for the spring season and information about in-person registration, fees, etc. is posted on countrysidell.com. • Countryside Community Park • 2640 Sabal Springs Drive • countrysidell.com • Patrick Cummings, 777-9463 • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports Specialist, 562-4602

56 MyClearwater Organized Sports Organized Sports

Clearwater Little League Countryside Junior Cougars Challenger Division (ages 4-15) Soccer (for kids and adult athletes with The Countryside Junior Cougars physical and/or mental disabilities) Football program offers competitive The Clearwater Soccer Club has Fall registration is open in August. contact football, cheerleading and flag successfully trained young people in The Spring season runs from mid- football. The program teaches children the skills and techniques necessary February through mid-May and the the fundamentals of cheerleading and to play quality soccer for more than Fall season runs from September football, as well as good sportsmanship 20 years. The club has produced through November. and helps build self-confidence. numerous championship teams at the • Sid Lickton Complex Practice begins in July, and the season state, regional and national levels of • 714 Saturn Ave. runs from August through November. competition. The season runs August • Jim Scheuerman, 441-9047 or • Countryside Sports Complex through June. ClearwaterChallengerBaseball@ • 3060 McMullen Booth Road • Practice and game complexes vary gmail.com • eteamz.com/countrysidejrcougars • chargerssoccer.com • ClearwaterChallengerLittleLeague. • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports • President, Steve Kimbrell, com Specialist, 562-4602 (813) 785-6525 • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports • Director of Coaching, Pete Specialist, 562-4602 Greenwood Panthers Mannino, 224-4681 (ages 6-15) • Clubhouse, 797-3349 The Greenwood Panthers program • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports offers competitive football, Specialist, 562-4602 Basketball cheerleading and flag football programs for children. The mission of the Clearwater Basketball Club Greenwood Panthers is to serve the This club offer leagues, training and community and provide activities, Adult Softball Leagues competitive level (AAU) teams for boys where parents/guardians may be and girls ages 9-17 throughout the year. confident their children will receive Summer Softball Season Call for tryout times, and participate in safe physical care, emotional security, • 6-game regular season, with playoffs AAU and YBOA tournaments. mental stimulation, moral values and • Men’s leagues: Mon.-Thu. evenings • Tony Wilson, 439-8669 loving discipline. Practice begins in • Co-ed leagues: Fri. evening • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports July, and the season runs from August • Registration: April 8-May 10 Specialist, 562-4602 through November. • Season starts May 28 • Phillip Jones Park (home games) • $350 per team with open roster • 1190 Russell St. • Call Lonzo Saunders, 562-4802 Football & • Walter C. Campbell Complex (practices) Fall Softball Season Cheerleading • 801 N. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. • 9-game regular season, with playoffs • Joe Marshall, 743-1493 • Men’s leagues: Mon.-Thu. evenings Clearwater Junior Tornadoes • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports • Co-ed leagues: Fri. evening (ages 4-15) Specialist, 562-4602 • Registration: June 10-Aug. 9 The Clearwater Junior Tornadoes are • Season starts Aug. 19 a non-profit organization that benefits • $500 per team with open roster youth by training them in both football • Call Lonzo Saunders, 562-4802 and cheerleading. The team's mission is to train youth both mentally and 3 Score-Senior Softball Club physically and to inspire them with a (ages 60+) sense of competitiveness and fair play. • Men’s and women’s club Practice begins in July, and the season • Mon., Wed., Fri. mornings runs from August through November. • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports • Joe DiMaggio Sports Complex Specialist, 562-4602 • 2450 Drew St. • clearwaterjrtornadoes.com • Ernest Bell, 482-9365 • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports Specialist, 562-4602

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YOUTH CO-SPONSOR SOFTBALL PROGRAMS Sports, All Ages

Clearwater Bullets Disc Golf (ages 18 and younger) Drop-in play is from dawn to dusk. The Clearwater Bullets have established Courts are located at Northeast themselves as one of the premier girls Coachman Park, 1120 Old Coachman travel ball organizations in the country. Road, and Cliff Stephens Park, 901 • Dan Sharpe, (813) 454-1346 Fairwood Ave. The 18-hole courses • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports include catch baskets and concrete tee Specialist, 562-4602 pads. For tournament information, • clearwaterbullets.com visit tampabaydiscsportsclub.org.

Clearwater Lady Bombers Lawn Bowling Horseshoes - Handicap League (ages 18 and younger) Lawn bowling is a game of skill and Play

Organized Sports The Clearwater Lady Bombers are strategy. The Clearwater Lawn Bowls • Tue., Thu., noon-3 p.m. a premier ladies fast pitch softball Club gives new members a one-month • Wed., 6-9 p.m. organization. Established in 1989, free membership and equipment usage. • Horseshoe Club the Lady Bombers have fielded teams A personal coach will be assigned to • Ed Wright Park in the categories of 8u, 10u, 12u, teach the game basics. Have a great • 1326 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. 14u, 16u, 18u and competed in time learning the game, meet friendly • Club membership and league entry tournaments all over the United States. members and participate in social fee • Jerry King, 612-1900 activities. • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports • 1040 Calumet St. Specialist, 562-4602 Specialist, 562-4602 • Mon., Wed., Fri., Sat. • Ladybombers.com • 9:30 a.m.-noon Shuffleboard - Open Shuffling • clearwaterlawnbowlingclub.com • Mon., Wed. afternoons • 742-3394 • Tue., all day Track • Jere Gunderman, 562-4602 • Sun., mornings • Shuffleboard Club Horseshoe Pitching for Families • 1020 Calumet St. Blazin Ravenz Track Club (ages 9 and older) • $2 or club membership The Blazin Ravenz Track Club • Wed., 6-9 p.m., open horseshoe • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports motivates athletes to aspire to achieve pitching Specialist, 562-4602 leadership, discipline, teamwork, • Tue., Thu., noon-3 p.m., handicap education and integrity through the league play sport of track and field. Boys and girls, • Horseshoe Club beginners and experienced athletes Rentals • Ed Wright Park alike, are welcome. Season runs • 1326 S. Martin Luther King Jr. Ave. February through the beginning of • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports Baseball, softball and soccer fields July. Specialist, 562-4602 are available for rent when they are • Jamar Parker, 403-6923 available. For rates or to reserve fields • Jere Gunderman, Youth Sports contact Michelle Leach, athletics Specialist, 562-4602 supervisor at 562-4690.

Sports Tourism and Economic Impact

Tourism is the largest portion of Clearwater’s economy, and sport tourism is the No. 1 segment within the leisure sector. Today, Clearwater enjoys an economic impact of $170 million from sport tourism, with more than $135 million (or 80 percent) coming from Philadelphia Phillies Spring Training. With our combined professional and amateur events each year, Clearwater is responsible for two thirds of Pinellas County’s total sports tourism. Eddie C. Moore Complex alone hosts more than 40 athletic events a year. The city has also been selected to host national and world championships. For more information, call Holden Hamm, athletics supervisor, at 562-4619. To volunteer, call Valarie Christou, volunteer specialist, at 562-4315.

58 MyClearwater Special Events Special Events

May June

Clearwater Beach Taste Fest Downtown Clearwater Craft Beer Fest Fri., May 3, 6 to 9 p.m. Sat., June 1, noon to 11 p.m. Pier 60 Park, 7 Causeway Blvd. Downtown Clearwater clearwaterbeachtastefest.com myclearwaterevents.com Enjoy food samples from more than 30 participating restaurants. This year’s ocean-friendly event will not include Taste of Downtown Clearwater plastic bags, plastic straws or Styrofoam. Fri., June 14 Station Square Park, 612 Cleveland St. Florida Orchestra Pops in the Park Concert clearwatermerchants.com Fri., May 10 Discover the restaurants that shape downtown. For $10, Gates open at 5 p.m.; show at 6:30 p.m. receive five tickets to sample different treats from each Coachman Park, 301 Drew St. restaurant. Whether you come with a date or the whole family, the music is just right. This concert features film scores, Broadway hits and symphonic favorites. July 97X BBQ Music and Arts Festival Sat., May 18 Clearwater Celebrates America Coachman Park, 301 Drew St. Thu., July 4 97xonline.com Gates open at 4 p.m.; fireworks at 9:30 p.m. The biggest show of the summer comes to Coachman Park. Coachman Park, 301 Drew St. See Taking Back Sunday, Blue October, Flora Cash and myclearwaterevents.com more in a live, intimate setting. Tickets are available through Honor America's independence at Clearwater Celebrates 97X or ticketmaster.com. America featuring one of the biggest and best fireworks displays in the Tampa Bay area. General admission is free. Clearwater Music & Arts Festival Sat. & Sun., May 25-26 Coachman Park, 301 Drew St. clearwaterartsfestival.com Ongoing Enjoy live music, fine art displays, dozens of fun attractions and the Taste of Clearwater Food Garden all for free. Clearwater Threshers Baseball National recording artists will perform all afternoon and Games are played through September evening. Spectrum Field, 601 N. Old Coachman Road 712-4300 Memorial Day Ceremony threshersbaseball.com Mon., May 27, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. 201 S. Glenwood Ave.

Blast Friday Friday, May 31, 5-10 p.m. Downtown Clearwater blastfridayclearwater.com Blast Friday is a free street festival that happens on Cleveland Street between Osceola and East avenues and in Station Square Park. The free concert of the evening is legendary all-American frontman and guitarist Mark Farner, formerly For event information, visit myclearwaterevents.com. Event of Grand Funk Railroad. schedules and information are subject to change.

Summer 59 Healthy Choices

Health Consciousness – Raise Your Awareness

chieving our best state of well- • Emotional: I enjoy life and can greet the day with joy and awe at the good things surrounding me. being can be challenging, and often • Physical: My mind and body are in alignment, and I have we don’t know where to start. a good sense of vitality and well-being. A Understanding a complex health A higher level of health consciousness can take time, and fortunately there are some excellent resources in our care system, navigating medical care and learning community to support a journey to a higher awareness of how you can be a wise consumer of wellness can well-being. be overwhelming. What we often lose sight of is the ability to be conscious of our health: are we empowered to understand our bodies and our health needs, and choose healthy alternatives when faced with difficult decisions?

In our fast-paced society, how often are we distracted from general attentiveness to our health needs? Many people feel that their health is out of their control, and they are at a loss for how to improve the way they feel. • Clearwater parks, recreation centers and trails provide When looking for answers, we are blinded by a lot of “fluff” more than just opportunities to improve your physical that may not be based on science. Being bombarded with a health. These activities improve your physical strength lot of noise leaves us feeling lost in the journey to improve and endurance, and being outside in nature connects our health. How do we change that? you to the world around you. Visit the newly renovated Moccasin Lake Nature Park at 2750 Park Trail Lane and Take some time to pause and become attentive to the wander through the paths and trees, listening for sounds different areas of our lives involved in well-being and of nature and observing wildlife. see how we can raise our consciousness level. The more • The Aging Well Center at 1501 N. Belcher Road offers empowered you feel to make positive changes, the more not only evidenced-based programming designed likely these changes will stick, and you will reach that level of to improve many aspects of your health, but it also thriving in all aspects of life. offers a vibrant social network to help build wonderful • Spiritual: I understand my purpose in life and where I fit. relationships with like-minded people. Their various • Intellectual: I am able to discover and learn new things, lectures and art classes will challenge your intellectual and my mind is curious. well-being and provide a richer enjoyment to life. • Occupational: I am satisfied with my career and financial situation, and I enjoy the work I do. To learn more about health consciousness, visit the National • Social: I have positive relationships with my family, Wellness Institute at nationalwellness.org or Organizational friends, colleagues, etc. Wellness and Learning Systems at organizationalwellness.com.

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What's Happening In Clearwater?

Summer Camps Save a Tree with E-Billing Summer camps begin June 3 for children in first through One way to save trees is to get your utility bill sent to you eighth grades. Campers enjoy days full of activities such electronically. The city of Clearwater prints about 51,000 as sports, games, field trips, crafts and more. Each week, utility bills each month, which equals 102 reams of paper. It children learn about positive character traits through group takes 6 percent of one tree to make one ream of paper, and discussions, games, activities and positive role models. Camp one tree makes 16.67 reams of paper. If every utility billing prices start as low as $100 per week, and supervision is customer who received a bill went paperless, then we could provided from 7:30 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. (Note: Countryside help save approximately 6.1 trees per month or 73 trees per and Morningside camps offer extended hours from 7 a.m. to year. Save a tree, and go paperless. Visit myclearwater.com or 6 p.m.) call 562-4600 to sign up today. Camp registration is under way, and scholarships are available to those who qualify. For a list of camps, see the Need Help Buying a Home? Summer Fun Guide in the center of this magazine. To The H.O.P.E. (Home Ownership for People Everywhere) register or for information, visit myclearwater.com/camps. Expo 2019 will be held from 8:15 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, May 18 at the Raymond James Financial Center, 880 Keep Clearwater Bright and Carillon Parkway Tower 4, St. Petersburg. Beautiful There will be more than 30 professional organizations with Summer is here – and leaves, grasses and experience in home buying, including lenders, realtors, greenery are growing tall and strong. As credit counselors, down payment assistance specialists and residents trim their trees, branches local government agencies that offer programs to assist may end up in the city's storm in homebuying. A homebuyer workshop will also drainage system. Remember be held. Register and learn more by visiting that stormwater flows hopeexpo.org. directly into ponds, lakes, rivers and bays. Because Is Your Utility Account Up water runs off our yards, it to Date? is important to reduce the amount of pollutants on Clearwater’s Utility Customer Service our property. Department has procedures in place to notify customers who may receive a high Trash, debris, and pollutants water bill before the bill comes in the mail. in yards – such as fertilizers, Representatives reach out to those who may have pesticides and herbicides – can an unusually high water consumption or if their wash into the stormwater system, meter is continually running. The goal is to get to the polluting our environment and causing root of the problem quickly and to stop the wasting of water blockages in storm pipes. Substances such as detergents, and money. motor oil or clippings from chemical-treated grass are dangerous to local waterways. But sometimes, the customer’s phone number or email address that is listed on the account is outdated, and Do your part. You can maintain good vegetative ground representatives cannot reach the customer. Make sure cover such as grasses and plants to prevent soil and sediment that your mailing address, phone number and email from washing into drains. Sweep areas regularly, and bag address associated with your Clearwater utilities account is yard waste for the Solid Waste/General Services Department correct and up to date. To update your information, visit to collect. Taking these steps will help keep Clearwater myclearwater.com/customerservice or call (727) 562-4600. bright and beautiful.

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Nextdoor: Connecting Neighbors One By One

ith the ever-changing pace of technology, its own free, private page that is accessible only to verified many conversations that used to occur from residents of that specific neighborhood. The city of over the fence between neighbors are now Clearwater will not be able to obtain neighborhood pages, happening online through social media. contact information or content. In addition, information W on Nextdoor neighborhood pages cannot be found on any The city of Clearwater has partnered with Nextdoor, a free search engine or third party. social network for neighbors to connect. Nextdoor.com allows Clearwater residents to create neighborhood pages Clearwater residents are encouraged to join Nextdoor by where they can share news and information with one another entering their address on nextdoor.com. If a neighborhood about community events, road closures and even lost pets. page has not already been established, residents can create The app allows the city of Clearwater to post information one and invite their fellow neighbors to join. Anyone who such as urgent alerts, upcoming programs, road closures in a lives in the city of Clearwater and joins Nextdoor will particular area and neighborhood-specific safety information. automatically receive city of Clearwater updates and alerts.

Currently, there are more than 17,000 residents in the city If residents have questions or need help setting up an of Clearwater who are already signed up for Nextdoor. account, they can e-mail [email protected], or go to Each Clearwater neighborhood has the ability to establish help.nextdoor.com.

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Summer Safety in the Sand & Surf

housands of people flock to bright and beautiful 8. Never jump off Pier 60. It is very dangerous and could Clearwater Beach each year. That’s just one of the result in serious injury. reasons it’s ranked the best beach in the nation two 9. Understand beach warning flags. They represent ocean years in a row, according to TripAdvisor. hazards and surf conditions. See below for what they T mean. Another reason is the city’s stellar lifeguard team. The city 10. Watch the weather. Florida lightning storms can be of Clearwater operates seven lifeguard towers along a 1-mile deadly. Storms can arrive with little warning. Have a stretch of beach from Clearwater Pass to Bay Esplanade. family plan on where to meet in case of a storm, and Dedicated, well-trained lifeguards man these towers from don’t wait until the last minute to seek shelter. 9:30 a.m. to 7 p.m. 365 days a year. The main lifeguard station, Tower 0, is located at 180 S. Gulf Blvd., just south Beach Flags Make Waves of Pier 60. Flags are posted on Clearwater Beach and its lifeguard towers Top Ten Beach Safety Tips to represent ocean hazards When planning your trip to Clearwater Beach, plan to stay and surf conditions. Red flags safe and have fun. Follow these 10 tips: indicate high hazards, yellow 1. Learn to swim. Learning to swim is the best defense flags indicate medium hazards, against drowning. green flags indicate low hazards 2. Always swim near a lifeguard! or calm conditions, and purple 3. Never swim alone. Swim with a companion, or have flags are for dangerous marine someone on shore who can call for help. life. Beachgoers should obey all 4. Don’t fight the current. If you get caught in a rip posted signs and flags. current, swim parallel to the shore until you can safely swim ashore. Beach Wheelchairs 5. Swim sober. Alcohol impairs one’s swimming ability Need help getting to the and good judgment – and, alcohol is prohibited on shoreline? Beach wheelchairs Clearwater Beach. are available at Tower 0 south of Pier 60 on a first-come, 6. Wear sunscreen, and drink plenty of water to stay first-served basis. Ask a lifeguard for assistance between the hydrated in the hot sun. hours of 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. 7. Wear a Coast Guard-approved life jacket if you can’t swim or while boating. Don’t trust rafts and other To learn more about beach safety or to contact the floatation devices while offshore. Clearwater Beach Patrol, call 462-6963.

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Give Back By Volunteering

he city of Clearwater Parks & Recreation Throughout the year, business owners and other Department has an endless amount of wonderful organizations partner with the city through its adopt volunteer opportunities available to its residents. programs. They choose to adopt a park, street, trail or waterway and host a cleanup on their own time throughout TVolunteers can help with events, festivals, tournaments and the year. beautification projects throughout the city. Volunteers can also help with day-to-day operations of Clearwater's many These are just a few ways that city of Clearwater Parks & recreation centers as well as the recreation centers' small events. Recreation volunteers give back to the community. If this sounds like something of interest to you, send volunteer Those wishing to volunteer can join the Clearwater Greenies specialist Valerie Christou an email at valerie.christou@ kayaking volunteers on different waterways the first Saturday myclearwater.com, or call 503-5049. of every month. This will help keep Clearwater’s ecosystems healthy and free of litter and debris.

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Clearwater Threshers Home Game Schedule 2019

467-4457, threshersbaseball.com 601 Old Coachman Road, Clearwater, FL 33765 *Fireworks After the Game.