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CITYARTS 8 Evergreen 16 McAdams WICHITA 1 CityArts 2700 N. Woodland 1329 E. 16th St. PUBLIC 316.303.8036 316.337.9222 334 N. Mead LIBRARY 316.350.3245 9 Fairmount 17 Minisa Community Community Facility Facility 24 Advanced PARK & 1647 N. Yale Blvd. 704 W. 13th St. North Learning Library 316.303.8015 316.303.8036 711 W. 2nd St. RECREATION 316.261.8500 10 Goldenrod 18 O.J. Watson Park 2 Admin/Athletic Office Community Facility 3022 S. McLean Blvd. 25 Alford Branch 455 N. Main 1340 S. Pattie 316.529.9940 3447 S. Meridian 316.268.4361 316.688.9301 316.337.9119 19 Orchard 3 Atwater 11 Great Plains 4808 W. 9th St. 26 Angelou Northeast Neighborhood Nature Center 316.337.9244 Branch Resource Center 6232 E. 29th St. North 3051 E. 21st St. 2755 E. 19th St. 316.683.5499 20 Park Villa 316.688.9580 316.303.8015 1029 N. Bitting 27 Evergreen Branch 12 Hyde Community 316.337.9222 4 Auburn Hills Golf Facility 2700 N. Woodland Course Clubhouse 201 S. Greenwood 21 Pawnee Prairie Park 316.261.8500 443 S. 135th St. West 316.688.9392 2625 S. Tyler 28 Rockwell Branch 5 Boston 13 Kiwanis Community 22 Ralph Wulz Riverside 5939 E. 9th St. 6655 E. Zimmerly Facility Tennis Center 316.688.9361 316.688.9301 5101 W. 2nd St. North 551 Nims 316.337.9244 316.337.9257 29 Walters Branch 6 Botanica, The 4195 E. Harry Wichita Gardens 14 Linwood 23 Wichita Ice Center 316.337.9125 701 Amidon St. 1901 S. Kansas 505 W. Maple St. 316.264.0448 316.337.9191 316.337.9199 30 Westlink Branch 8515 Bekemeyer 7 Edgemoor 15 Lynette Woodard 316.337.9456 5815 E. 9th St. 2750 E. 18th St. 316.688.9392 316.303.8015

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Welcome to EV LVE, Table of Contents the City of Wichita’s 4 Rentals activities guide! 6 Aquatics/Swimming Pools CityArts, Wichita Park & Recreation and the Wichita 8 Tots 8 BOOKS & READING • Storytime Public Library are combining their offerings into 8 COMMUNITY EDUCATION • Childrens simple guide designed to make it easy to discover all Activity • Nature & Outdoors 9 FITNESS, the City has to offer. HEALTH & WELLNESS • Fitness 10 SPORTS • Baseball • Basketball • Boxing • Cheer & Ready to learn a new skill, try a new fitness class or Gymnastics • Football • Martial Arts • Soccer explore your creative side? We’ve got you covered. • Sports Combo • Tennis 12 VISUAL & Inside you’ll literally find hundreds of classes, PERFORMING ARTS • Dance • Drawing & workshops, events and activities for all ages. Painting • Instrumental Music • Tot Art Here’s how to use the guide. Next to each • description, you’ll see an icon which will let you 14 Youth 14 CAMPS & CHILDCARE Art • • • know which area is offering the activity. Camp Specialty Camp Technology Camp Summer of Discovery • Summer Activity Camp 19 COMMUNITY EDUCATION • Childrens Activity • Nature & Outdoors 24 FITNESS, CA CITYARTS HEALTH & WELLNESS • Mind & Spirit 24 HOBBIES & LEISURE • Games • Needle Arts • Watercraft 25 SPORTS • Adaptive & Inclusive PR PARK & RECREATION • Archery • Baseball • Basketball • Boxing • Cheer & Gymnastics • Football • Martial Arts • L WICHITA PUBLIC L IBRARY Pickleball • Soccer • Tennis • Track 29 VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS • Dance • Drawing & Painting • Instrumental Music • Art Make sure to use these icons to help you determine how to enroll. 32 Adult 32 BOOKS & READING • Book Club 32 COMMUNITY EDUCATION • Genealogy • Register for any Wichita Park & Recreation • Home & Real Estate • Languages • Lawn & and CityArts class at Wichita.gov/Evolve Garden • Learning Circle • Nature & Outdoors • Small Business Development When you visit Wichita.gov/evolve, you may notice we 37 CURRENT EVENTS • Candid Conversations launched a new registration system. You can also use 37 DIGITAL MEDIA & TECHNOLOGY • it to reserve some facilities for your next event. Computers & Software • Device Training • • Smart Phones 45 FITNESS, Interested in receiving a paper activity guide in the HEALTH & WELLNESS • Cardio • Mind & Spirit • mail? Subscribe to the Evolve guide on our website, Nutrition • Tai Chi • Tone & Sculpt • Yoga • Floatin’ at wichita.gov/Evolve on the River 49 HOBBIES & LEISURE • Cooking • Games • Needle Arts • Watercraft • For Library activities, visit wichitalibrary.org 51 SPORTS • Archery • Boxing • Fencing • or call (316) 261-8500 Martial Arts • Pickleball • Tennis • Volleyball 55 VISUAL & PERFORMING ARTS • Dance • Ready to evolve with us? 2021 is your year to explore Drawing & Painting • Glass • Instrumental Music • how the City of Wichita can help you learn and grow. Mixed Media • Pottery & Sculpture • Silversmithing

Make sure to look for the latest edition of 61 Active Adult 61 COMMUNITY Evolve every spring, summer, winter and fall! EDUCATION • Senior Wednesdays Come try something new! 61 FITNESS, HEALTH & WELLNESS • Cardio • Tone & Sculpt • Yoga 62 SPORTS • Pickleball • Tennis 3 Be A Better You: Your guide to City of Wichita classes & activities Rentals CITYARTS | 334 N. Mead, Wichita KS 67202 | (316) 350-3245 Main Gallery (1st floor) Boardroom (2nd floor) Room 305 (3rd floor) $600-$1,000/five hours (minimum) $80/four hours (minimum) $100/four hours (minimum) Each additional hour is $100 Each additional hour is $15 Each additional hour is $15 Fee depends on day of rental.

Main Gallery 2nd Floor Boardroom

Additional rooms Park Villa Community Facility are available upon request. Call CityArts at (316) 350-3245 for info.

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The Wichita Public Library WICHITA PARK is not taking bookings & RECREATION right now due to its current Wichita Park & Recreation offers a variety of venue rentals operational model. throughout the city for every occasion! Whether it’s a small family get together or wedding ceremony and reception, we Visit wichitalibrary.org for have the perfect space for you. Visit Wichita.gov/ParkandRec further information. for more info.

Open shelter, gazebo, open space, stage, picnic table rentals are only available on a first come, first served basis. Check website for updates.

Community Facilities | Available Monday-Sunday.

Location Address Occupancy Kitchen Phone Fee Fairmount 1647 N. Yale 60 No (316) 303-8015 $125/4 hrs; $31.25/add. hr Goldenrod 1340 S. Pattie 150 Yes (316) 688-9301 $180/4 hrs; $45/add. hr Hyde 201 S. Greenwood 145 Yes (316) 688-9392 $180/4 hrs; $45/add. hr Kiwanis 5101 W. 2nd St. North 135 Yes (316) 337-9244 $180/4 hrs; $45/add. hr Minisa 704 W. 13th St. North 120 Yes (316) 303-8036 $180/4 hrs; $45/add. hr OJ Watson 3022 S. McLean Blvd 50 No (316) 529-9940 $75/3 hrs; $25/add. hr Park Villa 1029 N. Bitting 50 Partial (316) 337-9222 $180/4 hrs; $45/add. hr

Community Facility and Recreation Center reservations must be made seven days in 2nd Floor Boardroom advance and require full payment of the reservation fee, along with a rental deposit.

Park Villa Community Facility Recreation Centers | Available Saturday-Sunday. Check location for week-day availability.

Rentals Fee Minimum Hours Contact a Recreation Center Gym (Sports) $25/hr Varies Boston: (316) 688-9301 6655 E Zimmerly (67207) Banquet Room (Large) $55/hr 4 hrs Banquet Room (Small) $35/hr 4 hrs Edgemoor: (316) 688-9392 5815 E 9th (67208) Meeting Room (Large) $20/hr 4 hrs Meeting Room (Small) $17.50/hr Varies Evergreen: (316) 303-8036 2700 N Woodland (67204)

Linwood: (316) 337-9191 1901 S Kansas (67211)

Lynette Woodard: (316) 303-8015 2750 E 18th (67214)

McAdams: (316) 337-9222 1329 E 16th (67214)

Edgemoor Large Meeting Room Orchard: (316) 337-9244 4808 W 9th (67212) 5 Be A Better You: Your guide to City of Wichita classes & activities SUMMER 2021

PRIVATE POOL RENTAL $175 for 2 hours WICHITA All pools are available to rent Friday-Sunday from 6:15-8:15pm. The reservation admits up to 50 people, including both swimmers & non-swimmers. Rentals PUBLIC POOLS having over 50 people, requires additional guards and must be arranged in advance. Additional charges MAY 31 – AUGUST 15 will apply. The rental fee, along with a $50 deposit, is required to secure the reservation. Contact the pool Pool Address M-Th Hrs F-Su Hrs directly. Aley 1800 S. Seneca 1-5:15p & 6:30-8:30p 1-6p College Hill 304 S. Circle Dr. 1-7p 1-6p Harvest 9500 W. Provincial 1-5:15p & 6:30-8:30p 1-6p PARTY PACKAGE McAfee 1240 E. 14th St. 1-5:15p & 6:30-8:30p 1-6p Host a party during regular pool hours and get use of the Minisa 1350 N. Jeanette 1-5:15p & 6:30-8:30p 1-6p Orchard 1062 N. Clara 1-5:15p & 6:30-8:30p 1-6p private party area for one hour. The $75 reservation fee allows admittance for up to 20 people. A $50 damage See wichita.gov/aquatics for pool phone numbers. deposit is also required. The party area is available at all pools, except College Hill. Monday-Thursday 3:30- DAILY ADMISSION FEES 4:30pm | Friday-Saturday 5:00-6:00pm. Children younger than seven are admitted only if accompanied by a paying adult. Children ages 17 and under $2 Adults ages 18 and older $3 Family Rate up to six family members, one must be an adult $8 SWIM LESSON/PROGRAM REGISTRATION • Online Registration is available through May 28 for SEASON PASS swim lessons and classes. Visit Wichita.gov/parkandrec Gain admission at all Wichita Pools for the entire 2021 to register with a Visa/Mastercard. summer season! Passes may be purchased at OJ Watson Park or at any City Pool. • Registration will continue at each pool on May 31 Individual: $50 | Family of Four: $150 ($25 for each for all programs during regular open swim hours and additional family member) continue until classes are filled.

COUPON BOOKS One coupon admits one child or one adult! Swim Lessons 50 coupons $60 | 25 coupons $40 Additional discount available on purchase of 10 or more Youth Lessons coupon books. Ages 6-17 | $30 Classes run for 45-minutes and meet Monday-Thursday FREE SWIM DAYS for two weeks. Enrollment is limited to eight students (Proper swimming attire required to gain admittance) per class. A child must be at least six years old or have College Hill Sunday, June 6 completed kindergarten to be enrolled. Aley Sunday, June 13 McAfee Saturday, July 3 Minisa Sunday, July 11 Session Dates: Orchard Saturday, July 17 Session 1 June 7-17 Harvest Sunday, July 25 Session 2 June 21-July 1 Session 3 July 5-15 Session 4 July 19-29 Session 5 August 2-12 (College Hill & Harvest only)

Class Times: Level 1-4 8:45a-9:30a College Hill, Harvest Level 1-4 9:45a-10:30a All Pools Level 1-6 10:45a-11:30a All Pools Level 1-4 5:30p-6:15p Harvest, McAfee, Minisa, Orchard

For more info about pools, swim lessons and splash pads visit wichita.gov/aquatics

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Adult Lessons Ages 16+ | $30 A total of eight, 45-minute lessons will be held. A wait list will be taken and a class time/location scheduled when there are four students interested. Classes held at College Hill or Minisa. No online registration. Call (316) 268-4390 to pre-register.

Private/Semi-Private Lessons Session includes four, 30-minute lessons. No online registration. Contact the pool directly to check on instructor/time availability and to register. Lesson Type Cost Private $75 Semi-Private $50 per person ($30 each add. person) Aquatic Programs Tot Aquatics & Parent/Tot Aquatics Ages 3-5 | $30 Junior Lifeguarding Increase your child’s comfort level in the water and build Ages 11-14 | $55 a foundation of basic skills. Parent/Tot class requires Build a foundation of knowledge and skills to aid in a parent to be in the water with the child, while the Tot becoming a future lifeguard. Get introduced to lifesaving Aquatics does not. A total of eight, 30-minute classes skills, water rescues, use of rescue tube, First Aid, CPR will be held. Choose a weekday class that meets twice and AED. Also shadow lifeguards on duty to get a real a week for four weeks or one on Saturdays for eight sense of being on the job. weeks. Enrollment is limited to eight students per class. Location Weeks Begins Days Time Visit Wichita.gov/parkandrec to view the full schedule. Aley,McAfee,Orchard 8 6/7 M/W 12:00p-2:00p College Hill, Minisa 8 6/8 Tu/Th 12:00p-2:00p Aqua Aerobics Harvest 8 6/22 Tu/Th 12:00p-2:00p Ages 16+ | $30 Use the water’s natural resistance to increase Competitive Swim Team cardiovascular endurance and muscle tone for a low Ages 5-17 | $65 impact workout. Practices are held Monday-Thursday for eight weeks Location Weeks Begins Days Time with four swim meets being held on Mondays. Practice Aley 4 6/8 Tu/Th 5:30p-6:15p times are typically from 11:30am -12:30 pm, but certain Aley 4 7/6 Tu/Th 5:30p-6:15p locations may have additional practice times due to Aley 8 6/12 Sa 10:15a-11:00a large enrollment. The schedule for the meets will be Orchard 4 6/7 M/W 5:30p-6:15p sent by the coaches prior to the first practice. Orchard 4 7/5 M/W 5:30p-6:15p Lap Swimming Adaptive Aqua Aerobics Ages 16+ | $35 Ages 16+ | $30 Lap swimming is available at College Hill Pool Monday- Designed for individuals with physical limitations such Thursday from 6:00-7:30 am. A lap swim pass allows a as arthritis, weight issues or recovering from injuries. person to come unlimited times during the 2021 season. Improve muscle strength, endurance and range of motion while reducing impact on the joints. Participants need to be able to enter and exit the pool using adaptive steps. Location Weeks Begins Days Time Orchard 4 6/8 Tu/Th 5:30p-6:15p Orchard 4 7/6 Tu/Th 5:30p-6:15p For more info about pools, swim lessons and splash pads visit wichita.gov/aquatics

7 Be A Better You: Your guide to City of Wichita classes & activities TOTS Books & Reading STORYTIME L Cuentos Bilingues / Bilingual Preschool Storytime Ages 3-5. 1 hr. Log in and learn! Enjoy a unique story time presented in both English and Spanish. Visit wichitalibrary. org/summerreading to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Staff 7 6/3 Th 10:00a FREE L Nursery Rhyme Time Ages 0-2. 1 hr. Log in and learn! Children will love our virtual Nursery Rhyme Time, which incorporates singing, dancing, and simple stories. Visit wichitalibrary.org/ summerreading to register beginning June 1. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Staff 9 6/2 W 10:00a FREE L Preschool Storytime Ages 3-5. 1 hr. Log in and have fun with books with Preschool Storytime, which incorporates singing, dancing, and stories. Register once and get access all summer to this program series. Visit wichitalibrary.org/ summerreading to register beginning June 1. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Staff 9 6/1 Tu 10:00a FREE Community Education CHILDRENS ACTIVITY L Chalk the Sidewalk Ages 2-6. 2 hr. Complete a sidewalk chalk obstacle course in this outdoor come-and-go event. Bring your own chalk, or ask for a piece to add your own masterpiece in the free-draw area. This event is weather dependent; call the Rockwell Branch on the morning of the event to verify in case of inclement weather. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Rockwell Staff 1 6/16 W 11:00a FREE Rockwell Staff 1 7/21 W 11:00a FREE

8 TOTS CA CITYARTS PR PARK & RECREATION L WICHITA PUBLIC L IBRARY SUMMER 2021 NATURE AND OUTDOORS Fitness, Health PR Critter Tales Ages 0-6. 30 min. Join us on the front lawn of the Great & Wellness Plains Nature Center for story time! These tales of the wild world around us may be best for age 6 and under, but TOT FITNESS everyone is welcome. Registration is not required. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost PR Jr. Climbers GPNC Staff 13 6/9 W 10:00a FREE Ages 3-5. 45 min. It’s finally ok to climb the walls! PR Nature Time for Tots Young climbers will learn proper climbing techniques and develop strategies on how to reach weekly climbing goals. Ages 3-5. 1 hr. It’s time to nurture nature! Children will Instructional games and climbing activities will keep them connect with nature through stories, crafts and hands-on engaged both on and off the wall and will help in building activities that allow them to use their senses. Each class confidence and strength. is led by a naturalist from the Great Plains Nature Center Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost and will have a different focus, which may include sensory Woodard Staff 4 6/13 Su 2:45p $15 items that can be touched, such as fur, feathers, trees, insects and worms. To improve the family experience, an PR Ninja Warrior Fitness adult must also participate. Registration is required. Ages 3-5. 45 min. Get your ninja on! Future Ninja Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Edgemoor Staff 1 6/9 W 2:00p FREE Warriors will be challenged as they compete in fun fitness Atwater Staff 1 6/15 Tu 10:00a FREE obstacle courses where they have to run, crawl, and Linwood Staff 1 6/24 Th 1:00p FREE climb their way to the finish. Build strength, endurance Edgemoor Staff 1 7/7 W 2:00p FREE and agility with pull ups, balance beam, net climbing, rock Atwater Staff 1 7/13 Tu 10:00a FREE climbing wall, mini-trampolines and more. Linwood Staff 1 7/22 Th 1:00p FREE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Atwater Staff 1 8/3 Tu 10:00a FREE Woodard Staff 4 6/13 Su 2:00p $15 Edgemoor Staff 1 8/4 W 2:00p FREE Linwood Staff 1 8/5 Th 1:00p FREE PR Ninja Warrior Obstacle Course PR Outdoor Play Ages 1-2. 30 min. Let the ninja journey begin! Kids love to Ages 3-5. 1 hr. There is no better space for kids to run, jump and climb, so they will have a blast participating learn than the outdoors, and there is no better play in obstacle challenges that include mini-trampolines, resource than nature. Preschoolers will PLAY in nature. climbing nets, rock climbing wall, balance beams and a Naturalists and volunteers will be your guides to model variety of agility building skills. Parent participation is interaction with nature; preschool children will provide the required. imagination. Come and go. Registration is not required. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Woodard Staff 4 6/13 Su 3:30p $10 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost GPNC Staff 13 6/10 Th 10:00a FREE

Fun Fact: CityArts galleries are open & FREE during business hours. For hours & more information visit wichita.gov/cityarts

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BASKETBALL PR Basketball Clinic Ages 3-5. 45 min. Nothing but net! Learn to dribble, pass and shoot through fun drills and activities. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Woodard D. Henson 5 6/12 Sa 10:00a $18 Interested in receiving Woodard D. Henson 4 7/24 Sa 10:00a $15 the next Evolve activity BOXING guide in the mail? PR Boxing for Tots Ages 3-5. 30 min. Earn your golden gloves! This fun, no- contact class is designed for tots. Punching bags, speed Visit wichita.gov/evolve bags and punching mitts are used. Boxing gloves provided or bring your own. to subscribe today! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Atwater N. Bumphus 5 6/8 Tu 5:30p $12 Atwater N. Bumphus 5 6/11 F 5:45p $12 Atwater N. Bumphus 5 7/20 Tu 5:30p $12

CHEER AND GYMNASTICS PR Cheerleading Ages 3-5. 45 min. Rah-Rah-Rah! Show team spirit while Sports learning jumps and cheers. This class is a blast for tiny cheerleaders! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost BASEBALL Linwood Staff 8 6/9 W 6:25p $27 Evergreen J. Anima 8 6/10 Th 6:00p $27 PR Little Sluggers Ages 1-2. 30 min. Batter up! Tots will use a lightweight PR Gymnastics ball to practice hitting, catching, throwing and running Ages 3-5. 45 min. Get ready to roll! Tumbling floor moves bases. No gloves are needed. include various rolls, head stands, hand stands, pikes, Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost tucks and back bends. Apparatus work such as balance Fairmount Park Staff 4 6/10 Th 5:45p $10 beam, parallel bars and vault are also incorporated. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost PR T-Ball Clinic Boston D. Sidwell 10 6/5 Sa 9:00a $35 Ages 3-5. 45 min. Hey batter, batter - swing! Develop Evergreen J. Anima 8 6/7 M 6:00p $27 throwing, catching and base running skills along with hitting off a tee. A Softy T-Ball is used. Also enjoy game play to help reinforce fundamentals. Bring your own glove. Class is held outdoors. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Fairmount Park Staff 5 6/10 Th 6:15p $18

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PR Tiny Tumblers FOOTBALL Ages 3-5. 45 min. Roll out the good times! Practice PR Football Clinic tumbling moves such as rolls, back bends and head stands. Improve balancing techniques with fun activities Ages 3-5. 45 min. Touchdown! This class teaches the and a balance beam. fundamentals of football including passing and receiving Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost techniques along with the rules of football. Class held Linwood Staff 8 6/9 W 5:30p $26 outdoors. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Woodard Staff 4 6/8 Tu 6:00p $15

MARTIAL ARTS PR Wee Warriors Ages 3-5. 30 min. Kick it up a notch! Learn courtesy and respect through Tae Kwon Do traditions such as bowing, shaking hands and listening to instructions. Improve strength, agility and self-confidence through fun drills, punches, blocks and kicks. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood T. Boyle 6 6/7 M 5:45p $14 Orchard G. Fergus 6 6/9 W 5:45p $14 Orchard G. Fergus 6 7/21 W 5:45p $14 Linwood T. Boyle 6 7/26 M 5:45p $14

Birthday Parties wichita.gov/cityarts

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SOCCER Visual & PR Soccer Clinic Performing Arts Ages 3-5. 45 min. Go toe-to-toe! Tots will learn soccer basics including offensive and defensive strategies. Class is held outdoors. DANCE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Woodard Staff 5 6/7 M 6:15p $18 PR Ballet & Tap (Tiny Tots) Ages 1-2. 30 min. Become a shining star! This class is a PR Soccer Tots great way to introduce pre-schoolers to basic ballet/tap Ages 1-2. 30 min. Go for the goal! Dribbling, passing rhythms and dance concepts through the use of creative and shooting at goals are practiced using a smaller foam songs and play. Parent participation is required. soccer ball. Learn teamwork and simple rules such as not Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Atwater R. Bellner 4 6/9 W 6:00p $10 using hands. Class is held outdoors. Parent participation is required. PR Ballet & Tap Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Woodard Staff 4 6/7 M 5:30p $10 Ages 3-5. 45 min. Whirl and twirl and tap your happy feet! First time dancers will learn basic ballet/tap SPORTS COMBO movements, rhythms and mini-combinations. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Atwater R. Bellner 6 6/9 W 6:30p $21 PR Kick-Start Sports Orchard P. McCall 10 6/9 W 6:15p $33 Ages 1-2. 30 min. Start strong! Learn about new sports Evergreen C. Thibault 8 6/12 Sa 9:00a $27 such as basketball, soccer and kickball while using balls, scooters and other fun equipment. Parent participation is PR Hip Hop for Tots required. Ages 3-5. 30 min. Cut loose! Learn rhythm, movement Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost and direction. Improve coordination and self-expression Woodard Staff 4 6/13 Su 4:00p $10 through movement, games, choreography and fun, freestyle dance. PR Sports of All Sorts Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 3-5. 45 min. Play ball! Build confidence and learn Atwater R. Bellner 4 6/7 M 6:00p $10 teamwork while participating in a variety of sports including soccer, T-ball and basketball. Games are non- PR Tiny Dancers competitive and fun! Ages 1-2. 30 min. Move to the music! This introduction to Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost creative, rhythmic movements includes using equipment Woodard Staff 4 6/13 Su 1:00p $15 such hula hoops, bean bags and parachutes set to fun, themed music. Parent participation is required. TENNIS Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Atwater R. Bellner 4 6/7 M 5:30p $10 PR Intro to Tennis Ages 4-7. 45 min. Jump-start your toddler’s journey into DRAWING AND PAINTING tennis! Designed to introduce young players to basic skills and build coordination through a series of fun drills and PR Drawing for Tots games. Ages 3-5. 45 min. This class will help tots build Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost confidence in drawing skills and strengthen awareness of Edgemoor Park Staff 5 6/8 Tu 5:45p $25 basic shapes and . Discover how dots, circles and Orchard Park Staff 5 6/10 Th 5:45p $25 Edgemoor Park Staff 5 7/20 Tu 5:45p $25 lines can be used to create simple character drawings and Orchard Park Staff 5 7/22 Th 5:45p $25 scenes. Also, learn about warm and cool colors through the use of colored pencils, crayons, markers and pastels. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Atwater E. Nkana 5 6/10 Th 5:45p $18

12 TOTS CA CITYARTS PR PARK & RECREATION L WICHITA PUBLIC L IBRARY SUMMER 2021 Make OJOJ WATSONWATSON PARKPARK 3022 S. McLean Blvd. your favorite recreation (316) 529-9940 spot this summer!

Children's Playground Kayaks Summer Hours: Watson Park offers two Watson Park now has • 8:00a-10:00p (daily) children's playgrounds of single-seat and tandem varying size, shape and kayaks available daily Rides Operate: surfaces. from 9:00am-dusk. Special Through May 27 arrangements can be made in • 5:00p-8:00p (Friday) Family Fishing advance for large groups. A • 12:00p-8:00p (Saturday/ Enjoy fishing at its finest in signed waiver is required. $10 Sunday) our two fishing lakes. Catch per person for one hour. a large variety of fish. Ages May 28 - Aug. 8 16+ must have a state fishing Pedal Boats • 10:00a-8:00p (daily) license. Watson Park offers 14 pedal boats, each capable of Save on amusements by Miniature Golf holding up to five people. $3 purchasing one of our coupon Visit our lighted 18-hole per person. books. miniature golf course. $3 per One ticket per person per ride. person. Pony Rides • $20 for 8 tickets Children under 60 pounds and • $50 for 20 tickets Miniature Train Ride under the age of 10 can ride Enjoy a ride on our real our ponies! Children must be • $80 for 40 tickets miniature train through the old enough to hold onto the beautiful scenery of Watson saddle by themselves without Rentals: Park. $3 per person. assistance. $3 per person. • 5 Outdoor Shelters • 1 Indoor Community Facility For more information, visit watsonpark.wichita.gov • 4 Bounce Houses • 20 Sand Volleyball Courts

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PR Little Artists SPECIALTY CAMPS Ages 3-5. 45 min. Create art using crayons, paints, clay PR Animal Planet and other mediums. Make a new project each class. Ages 6-13. 9 hr. It’s a jungle in here! Animal lovers will be Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost in heaven this week with daily live animal presentations, Edgemoor J. McBratney 6 6/12 Sa 9:30a $22 a stuffed animal safari, and creeking. There will also be plenty of fun, silly animal related games/activities, plus INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC campers will build a bird house and design an animal print t-shirt. Registration deadline is noon on 6/9. PR Music Makers 1 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Boston J. Sidwell 5 6/14 M-F 8:00a $125 Ages 3-5. 45 min. Tots will explore musical instruments such as tambourines, drums, wood blocks and triangles. PR Camo Camp They’ll also learn about tempo, rhythm and melody through singing, dancing and musical play. Ages 6-13. 9 hr. It’s time to report for duty! Each recruit Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost will participate in archery, sling shot firing ranges, boot Atwater R. Ryker 6 6/10 Th 10:00a $24 camp obstacle courses, compete in tug-of-war and other team building activities! Use a compass to guide TOT ART teammates through a mine field and two way radios to help rescue the wounded soldier, plus create your CA Toddler Impressions own camo shirt and marshmallow shooter. Registration deadline is noon on 5/26. Ages 3-5. 2 hr. Create something that will last a lifetime! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Press your toddlers hands or feet into a slab of clay and Boston J. Sidwell 5 5/31 M-F 8:00a $125 create a frame around it to hang on the wall. Toddlers must be accompanied by an adult. PR Hogwart’s Academy Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts A. Rangel 1 6/11 F 10:00a $25 Ages 6-13. 9 hr. Campers will take part in a number CityArts A. Rangel 1 6/25 F 10:00a $25 of wizarding activities such as Potion Making, Defense CityArts A. Rangel 1 7/16 F 10:00a $25 Against the Dark Arts, Magical Creatures, Quidditch and plenty of games that will give them chances to earn points for their houses. Registration deadline is noon on 7/14. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost YOUTH Boston J. Sidwell 5 7/19 M-F 8:00a $125 PR Jedi Training Camps & Childcare Ages 6-13. 9 hr. Come to a galaxy far away and earn your place on the Jedi Council. Experience the true training ART CAMP of a Jedi, learn to use the Force, develop light saber skills and make your very own edible light saber! Come help CA CityArts Summer Art Camp restore the Jedi Order. Registration deadline is noon on 7/7. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 6-15. 7 hr. Try something new like exploring Boston J. Sidwell 5 7/12 M-F 8:00a $125 clay, photography, copper bracelet making, painting on canvases, zine making and more! Create cool works of PR Junior Chef Boot Camp art, make new friends, and enjoy Friday afternoons in the plaza with chalk-art and games! Ages 6-13. 9 hr. Stir up some creativity! Budding chefs Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost will master kitchen fundamentals and feed their love of CityArts Staff 5 6/7 M-F 9:00a $170 cooking by creating mini pizzas, quesadillas, pancakes, CityArts Staff 5 6/14 M-F 9:00a $170 strudels and sliders, along with a treat to feed their sweet CityArts Staff 5 6/21 M-F 9:00a $170 tooth. There’s plenty of taste testing along the way! CityArts Staff 5 6/28 M-F 9:00a $170 Registration deadline is noon on 6/3. CityArts Staff 4 7/6 Tu-F 9:00a $140 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts Staff 5 7/12 M-F 9:00a $170 Boston J. Sidwell 1 6/8 Tu 8:00a $30 CityArts Staff 5 7/19 M-F 9:00a $170 CityArts Staff 5 7/26 M-F 9:00a $170 CityArts Staff 5 8/2 M-F 9:00a $170

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Summer Art Camp Keep cool this summer in our week-long art camps! Scholarships available, call 316-350-3245 for more information. wichita.gov/cityarts

YOUTH 15 SUMMERBe A Better You: Your guide to City of Wichita classes & activities OF DISCOVERY June 1-July 30 | 7am-6pm

Discover how much fun summer can be with this action-packed summer camp program for ages 6-12! Our KDHE licensed camps include weekly field trips and swimming, along with a variety of sports, games, contests, crafts and onsite presenters. Sign up for one week or sign up for them all!

Fee is $115 per week per child and includes field trips and the $20 weekly deposit. DCF assistance is accepted. Multi-child discounts are available!

For more information, contact the Recreation Center you plan to attend: • Edgemoor (316) 688-9392 • Linwood (316) 337-9191 • Orchard (316) 337-9244 wichita.gov/SOD SUMMER Scholarships are still available! ACTIVITY CAMP June 1-July 30 | 10am-5pm*

Don’t need a full day of camp? Check out this KDHE licensed, half-day camp that is in session Monday-Friday for kids ages 6-12.

*Lynette Woodard camp runs June 7-July 30 | 12-5pm

For more information, contact the Recreation Center you plan to attend: • Colvin (316) 268-4661 • Evergreen (316) 303-8036 • Lynette Woodard (316) 303-8015 • McAdams (316) 337-9222 wichita.gov/SAC 16 YOUTH CA CITYARTS PR PARK & RECREATION L WICHITA PUBLIC L IBRARY SUMMER 2021

PR Lego Mania PR Outdoor Adventure Camp Ages 6-13. 9 hr. It’s building time and your kids are an Ages 10-14. 9 hr. Put down those video games and important piece! Play games such as Sky High Tower get out in the fresh air! Discover all the activities the Challenge and Bridge Master that allow kids to create, great outdoors has to offer such as fishing, archery and build and compete using Lego Bricks. Registration kayaking! Cook lunch over a campfire and ride the paddle deadline is noon on 7/25. boats, plus play miniature golf and other fun outdoor Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost games. This camp is held at Watson Park. Registration Boston J. Sidwell 1 7/29 Th 8:00a $30 deadline is the Wednesday prior to the start of camp. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost PR Messy Science Watson Park Staff 5 6/14 M-F 8:00a $150 Watson Park Staff 5 6/21 M-F 8:00a $150 Ages 6-13. 9 hr. Campers, choose your ooze! Make floam slime, elephant toothpaste, bubble snakes and PR Top Shots other foamy, sudsy, hands-on experiments. Registration deadline is noon on 7/1. Ages 6-13. 9 hr. This is right on target! Campers will Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost take aim and test their marksmanship for accuracy and Boston J. Sidwell 1 7/6 Tu 8:00a $30 distance in a variety of fun shooting challenges. Enjoy archery and other target competitions using a sling shot, PR Mystery Theater water balloon launcher, rubber band gun and more! Ages 6-13. 9 hr. This new mission - if you choose to Registration deadline is noon on 6/6. accept it - will be very mysterious! Figure out “whodunit” Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Boston J. Sidwell 1 6/10 Th 8:00a $30 in an interactive mystery by studying the crime scene, hunting for clues, interviewing suspects, and trying to escape through a maze to get to the authorities to report your findings. Registration deadline is noon on 6/17. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Boston J. Sidwell 1 6/22 Tu 8:00a $30

PR Myth Busters Ages 6-13. 9 hr. Discover the truth! Can a candle burn underwater or can you pierce a balloon without it popping? Does sugar really make kids hyper? Can water defy gravity? Find out the answers to these and many For more info more questions as campers dispel some of these mind- bending science myths. *NOTE: Fee is per day. Register about Specialty only for the days you want, but get a $15 discount if registering for all three days! Registration deadline is noon on 6/23. Camps at Boston Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Boston J. Sidwell 3 6/28 M-W 8:00a $30 Recreation Center, PR Nerf Wars Ages 6-13. 9 hr. Ready. Aim. Fire! Get your game face call (316) 688-9301. on with camo paint and then gear up for an epic day of nerf shooting games like Capture the Flag and King of the Hill. You’ll also get plenty of target practice with a variety of Nerf shooting ranges, skeet shooting and an obstacle challenge. Safety glasses will be worn for all activities. Registration deadline is noon on 7/22. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Boston J. Sidwell 1 7/27 Tu 8:00a $30

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PR Video Game Live PR Gaming and Coding Ages 6-13. 9 hr. Don’t just play the game - be the Ages 6-12. 6 hr. This course combines two unbelievable game! Take a break from the controller and bring video experiences for students, gaming and coding. Students games like Donkey Kong and Angry Birds to life through spend the morning taking an interactive look at coding, interactive play where the campers are the characters. and building virtual apps to share with friends. In the Take the Super Mario Cart obstacle course challenge along afternoon, students build simple video games combing with making Pac-Man magnets. Registration deadline is the art of video game design and animation to create noon on 6/20. interactive characters that fly around the screen. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior to camp. Boston J. Sidwell 1 6/24 Th 8:00a $30 In partnership with Youth Tech, Inc. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost PR Water Frenzy Boston YTI 4 6/21 M-Th 9:30a $250 Ages 6-13. 9 hr. Submerge yourself in water fun! The PR Graphic Design day will include cool water activities from a water balloon catapult to a water obstacle course. There will be plenty Ages 9-17. 3 hr. This session will cover the basics of of games and challenges to cool you off, so come ready to as well as key concepts in the world make a splash! Registration deadline is noon on 7/4. of digital imaging. Students enrolled in this course will Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost take photos, and learn how to manipulate images using Boston J. Sidwell 1 7/8 Th 8:00a $30 powerful image editing software to create the image that they envision. Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior to camp. In partnership with Youth Tech, Inc. TECHNOLOGY CAMP Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Boston YTI 4 7/26 M-Th 1:00p $160 PR Animation Ages 9-17. 3 hr. Learn the basics of animation and PR iCode digital design. Then, design and develop a variety of Ages 6-12. 2 hr. 30 min. Younger students will enjoy fun interactive animations. Perfect for students with big a fun, interactive look at coding. Each will create virtual imaginations! Registration deadline is the Wednesday apps and write their own programs. Students should prior to camp. In partnership with Youth Tech, Inc. be able to read prior to taking this course. Registration Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost deadline is the Wednesday prior to camp. In partnership Boston YTI 4 7/19 M-Th 1:00p $160 with Youth Tech, Inc. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost PR Application Design Boston YTI 4 6/21 M-Th 9:30a $125 Ages 9-17. 3 hr. Students will learn about design and Boston YTI 4 7/19 M-Th 9:30a $125 development of applications and will actually design their own app that can be shared with an Apple or Android PR iGame Creators device. Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior to Ages 6-10. 2 hr. 30 min. This Introductory course is for camp. In partnership with Youth Tech, Inc. younger students who want to learn to build simple video Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost games. It combines the art of video game design and Boston YTI 4 6/28 M-Th 9:00a $150 animation to create interactive characters that fly around the screen. Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior PR Gamers Paradise to camp. In partnership with Youth Tech, Inc. Ages 6-13. 3 hr. This class offers students a look at Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost multiple areas of game design. From mobile game Boston YTI 4 6/21 M-Th 1:00p $125 Boston YTI 4 7/12 M-Th 9:30a $125 development to stand alone games if you have a gamer you will not want to miss this class. Students will create multiple games that they can share with friends and family. Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior to camp. In partnership with Youth Tech, Inc. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Boston YTI 4 6/28 M-Th 1:00p $125

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PR Roblox Studio - Community Education Programming & Game Development Ages 9-15. 3 hr. Use your own creativity to build a 3D CHILDRENS ACTIVITY world around you and your avatar. Create structures using bricks and other items, import 3D models and L The Best (and Worst) textures, and add scripts that make your game functional. of Beasts with Priscilla Howell Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior to camp. In partnership with Youth Tech, Inc. Ages 4-12. 45 min. Why do dogs chase cats? Why do Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost cats eat mice? Should a chicken marry a cockroach? Boston YTI 4 7/12 M-Th 1:00p $150 Storyteller Priscilla Howe brings out her favorite animal tales, puppets, songs and stretches. Quack, snort, oink PR Movie Makers and more! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 9-15. 3 hr. Students will learn concepts that Online Presenter 1 6/18 F 10:30a FREE help them become an effective director of digital video projects. Students will create their very own music video. L Cereal Box Collage with Michael Albert Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior to camp. In partnership with Youth Tech, Inc. Ages 5-18. 1 hr. 30 min. Turn your old cereal boxes Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost and other scrap paper into a magnificent collage. Artist Boston YTI 4 6/14 M-Th 9:00a $160 Michael Albert is a collage artist who will explain how to make a work of art from the simplest of materials. Join in PR Video Game Design the fun using: cereal boxes (empty, of course) or other food packaging, magazines, catalogs, junk mail, and unneeded Ages 10-17. 3 hr. This camp is perfect for the gamer along with scissors and glue. who wants to learn the basics of video game design and Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost basic programming concepts. Several different interactive Online Presenter 1 7/16 F 2:30p FREE video games will be designed and produced. Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior to camp. In partnership Draw Along with Kyle Tiernan with Youth Tech, Inc. L Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 6-12. 1 hr. Grab a pencil and paper and get ready Boston YTI 4 6/14 M-Th 1:00p $170 to draw! Artist Kyle Tiernan will take you step by step Boston YTI 4 7/26 M-Th 9:00a $170 through the process of creating your own animal pictures. Not only will the program be fun and entertaining but you will learn the basic techniques to make your designs the best they can be. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 7/7 W 2:30p FREE

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L Library Lingo Bingo in the Courtyard Ages 8-11. 45 min. Bring a blanket to sit on and be ready to shout BINGO! Create your own Library BINGO cards for this outdoors event at the Rockwell Branch courtyard. This will be an outdoor program and is weather dependent. In case of inclement weather, call the Rockwell Branch Library the morning of the program to verify. Call (316) 688-9361 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Rockwell Staff 1 7/8 Th 2:30p FREE L Live in the Park: The Flying Debris Show Ages 3-11. 1 hr. Kansas native Richard Holmgren fills his comedy variety show with juggling, zany stunts, amusing tricks, audience participation - and always with an inspirational messages. Fun for all ages! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Naftzger Park Presenter 1 6/14 M 10:30a FREE Clapp Park Presenter 1 6/14 M 3:00p FREE L Live in the Park: Mr. Stinky Feet Ages 3-11. 1 hr. Rock the library with Kansas City kids’ entertainer and author Jim “Mr. Stinky Feet” Cosgrove. Come sing and dance during this high-energy, interactive show that will get the whole family rockin’. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Naftzger Park Presenter 1 6/7 M 10:30a FREE Clapp Park Presenter 1 6/7 M 3:00p FREE L Live in the Park: Pint Size Polkas Ages 3-11. 1 hr. Looking for a fun, musical and magical way to celebrate our friends in the animal kingdom? Mike Schneider’s Pint Size Polka music will have everyone singing, clapping, and dancing. Enjoy magic, comedy, a special edition of name that tune and a special magic trick with Babe the Blue Ox. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Naftzger Park Presenter 1 7/26 M 10:30a FREE Clapp Park Presenter 1 7/26 M 3:00p FREE L Live in the Park: Sugar Free All Stars Ages 3-11. 1 hr. Get ready to pack the dance floor, because here comes Sugar Free Allstars! This Grammy- featured, family funk super duo from Oklahoma City has been listed as one of Time magazine’s top 12 family music acts in America. They blend elements of soul, rhythm & blues, , gospel and New Orleans street parade music to provide a high energy rock show experience that has been described as a funky, foot-stompin’, hand-clappin’, body movin’ and groovin’ dance-until-you-drop party. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Naftzger Park Presenter 1 6/21 M 10:30a FREE Clapp Park Presenter 1 6/21 M 3:00p FREE

YOUTH 21 Be A Better You: Your guide to City of Wichita classes & activities

L Live in the Park: L The Tail of the Kite Will Parker “Tails, Tales & Tunes” Ages 5-18. 30 min. Come to the Rockwell Library and Ages 3-11. 1 hr. MUSIC FOR KIDS AGES 1-100! Join us grab a take home kite making kit. After you’ve made your for a whimsical and interactive musical performance by kites, bring them to Edgemoor Park near the Library to Will Parker. He plays guitar, harmonica and sings original show them off and let them fly (weather permitting). Kits songs for kids of all ages. Come ready to sing-a-long, will be available one week before program date. Call (316) dance, high-five, and give suggestions for an improvised 688-9361 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. song! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Rockwell Staff 1 6/8 Tu 2:30p FREE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Naftzger Park Presenter 1 7/12 M 10:30a FREE Clapp Park Presenter 1 7/12 M 3:00p FREE L Tanganyika Animal Ambassadors Ages 3-11. 1 hr. Meet some animal friends who live at the L Messy Science Tanganyika Wildlife Park. Children will learn about these Ages 8-11. 45 min. Get messy with science experiments! creatures, including their natural habitat, how they live, This is an outdoor program and weather dependent. and what makes them unique. In case of inclement weather, call the Rockwell Branch Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Rockwell Presenter 1 6/3 Th 2:30p FREE Library the morning of the program to verify. Call (316) 688-9361 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Teen Take and Make: Bullet Journaling Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost L Rockwell Staff 1 6/23 W 2:00p FREE Ages 12-18. 1 hr. 30 min. Bullet journaling blends Rockwell Staff 1 6/23 W 3:15p FREE planning, organizing, and creating drawn art. Use the kit materials to decorate your summer themed bullet journal L Monkey Tales Storytime with Ms. Anne and plan how to track your Summer Reading program Ages 2-8. 30 min. Sing, dance, learn and laugh with Ms. goals. The library will provide a limited number of kits to Anne and Monkey during this interactive monkey themed registered participants at the Advanced Learning Library storytime . Ms. Anne is bringing some tail-swinging fun to starting one week before the program. Call (316) 261- the library this summer to celebrate tails and tales! Held 8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. outdoors, so bring your blanket or lawn chairs. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Staff 1 6/10 Th 4:00p FREE Rockwell Presenter 1 6/24 Th 10:30a FREE L Teen Take and Make: L Pantry STEAM Dungeons and Dragons Ages 8-11. 45 min. Let’s make some pantry STEAM! Ages 12-18. 1 hr. 30 min. Grab your D&D dice and sew Join us for a video featuring a fun, educational activity a bag to hold them. We’ll also talk about ways to craft that can be done with supplies and ingredients found in other D&D supplies inexpensively. The library will provide the everyday kitchen. Visit wichitalibrary.org/events to a limited number of kits to registered participants at the register. Advanced Learning Library starting one week before the Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost program. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/ Online Staff 1 6/2 W 11:00a FREE events to register. Online Staff 1 6/16 W 11:00a FREE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Staff 1 6/30 W 11:00a FREE Online Staff 1 6/10 Th 4:00p FREE Online Staff 1 7/21 W 11:00a FREE L Teen Take and Make: Felt Pet Sewing L Pillowcase Project with the American Red Cross Ages 12-18. 1 hr. 30 min. Hand sew a small pet plush with a handy pocket on the back to store your stuff. The Ages 8-11. 1 hr. Learn about how you and your family library will provide a limited number of kits to registered can prepare for a natural disaster by creating a Pillowcase participants at the Advanced Learning Library starting Project. Using an ordinary pillowcase (or other bag), you one week before the program. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit will discover what goes inside your personal emergency wichitalibrary.org/events to register. supply kit that will keep you safe and disaster-ready. Be Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost prepared to “Learn, Practice, and Share” your survival Online Staff 1 7/8 Th 4:00p FREE skills. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 6/15 Tu 2:30p FREE

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L Teen Take and Make: Light Up Cards L Teen Topics: Careers with Animals Ages 12-18. 1 hr. 30 min. Experiment with us as we Ages 12-18. 1 hr. Teens, want a career that will keep use copper tape and LEDs to make a tiny masterpiece. animals as the focal point of your life? The Kansas Create a card for display, or one to give to a friend! The Humane Society will introduce the many careers where library will provide a limited number of kits to registered you can work with or around animals. Call (316) 261-8500 participants at the Advanced Learning Library starting or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. one week before the program. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Online Presenter 1 7/14 W 3:00p FREE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Staff 1 7/15 Th 4:00p FREE L Teen Topics: Sustainable Fashion Teen Make and Take: Mug Baking Ages 12-18. 1 hr. Curious about how to give clothing L garments a second chance at life? TISSU Sewing Studio Ages 12-18. 1 hr. 30 min. Learn how to bake using only will teach you about techniques to redesign and sew items simple ingredients, a mug and a microwave. Use the kit for reuse. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/ materials to practice mug baking and decorate a blank events to register. mug with a permanent marker. The library will provide Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost a limited number of kits to registered participants at the Online Presenter 1 6/9 W 3:00p FREE Advanced Learning Library starting one week before the program. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/ L Teen Topics: Traveling Wichita events to register. Ages 12-18. 1 hr. Need to get out of the house this Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost summer? Get tips for getting around your the city with Online Staff 1 6/24 Th 4:00p FREE buses, bikes and walking. Learn how to plan trips with Teen Take and Make: Wichita Transit, where to find bike trails, and more. L Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to Symbol Bead Bracelet register. Ages 12-18. 1 hr. 30 min. Create black wooden bead Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 6/2 W 3:00p FREE bracelets and decorate them with symbols you choose. Whether you use a secret code, a fandom language, or Turtle Tales with just a phrase, create a new accessory for yourself or a L friend. The library will provide a limited number of kits to Great Plains Nature Center registered participants at the Advanced Learning Library Ages 3-11. 30 min. Experience the world of a Kansas starting one week before the program. Call (316) 261- turtle with a story and the opportunity to see a live turtle. 8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Blankets and lawn chairs are encouraged! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Staff 1 7/22 Th 4:00p FREE Westlink Presenter 1 7/20 Tu 10:30a FREE

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NATURE AND OUTDOORS Hobbies & Leisure PR Naturally Crafty Ages 3-10. 2 hr. Take something home to remember GAMES your visit to the Great Plains Nature Center! We provide the materials for a craft with a nature theme. Crafts are PR Croquet (see page 50) designed for elementary and younger children, but all are welcome. This is a come and go activity and children must PR Family Fun Night be accompanied by an adult. Registration is not required. Ages 6+. 2 hr. Come with the family and get your game Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost on! Enjoy an interactive, family fun night that includes GPNC Staff 13 6/8 Tu 10:00a FREE table board games, jumbo games, carnival games, crafts and music. Concessions will be available. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Fitness, Health McAdams None 1 8/7 Sa 5:30p $5 PR Fortnite Esports Tournament & Wellness All Ages. 3 hr. Alright gamers, let’s get this battle started! Welcome to Wichita Park & Rec’s Fortnite Tournament. MIND AND SPIRIT Prizes will be awarded to the top 4 finishers and the tournament winner receives a $60 gift card! Compete PR Mindfulness for Teens against other players over a two week period. Week one Ages 12-15. 45 min. Teens get stressed and anxious, just starts with pool play, followed by a single elimination like adults! Mindfulness involves paying attention to our tournament during week two. Each player will be thoughts and feelings in a way that increases the ability guaranteed 6 pool play games and 1 in bracket play, more to manage difficult situations and make wise choices. if you aren’t a bush camper and get your favorite skin a Teens will learn techniques that can help strengthen their workout. Whether you’re an OG or a Newbie we want you ability to stay focused on tasks and schoolwork, reduce to compete! test anxiety and learn how to stay calm and in control of Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Watson Park None 9 7/6 M-F 7:00p $10 emotions so thoughtful responses can replace impulsive reactions. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost NEEDLE ARTS McAdams N. Pack 6 6/16 W 6:30p $14 PR Amigurumi Crochet Animals (see page 50)

PR Crochet Basics (see page 51)

PR Crochet Dreamcatchers (see page 51)

WATERCRAFT PR Kayak Clinic (see page 51)

See page 48 for Arkansas River Kayaking Tours!

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PR Archery Workshop Sports Ages 7-12. 1 hr. Bullseye! Receive an introduction to basic archery fundamentals in this one-day workshop. ADAPTIVE AND INCLUSIVE Beginning level only. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost PR Inclusive Boxing Watson Park Staff 1 7/17 Sa 10:30a $7 Ages 8-14. 45 min. This class is a knock out! Non-contact boxing for youth with cognitive disabilities provides a fun BASEBALL way to get exercise, socialize and improve basic motor coordination skills, along with the added benefit of better PR Intro to Baseball sleep. Both individual and group instruction on proper Ages 8-12. 45 min. Swing batter, batter, swing! Athletes stance, body position and punching techniques utilizing will build important fundamental baseball skills of hitting, bag work and punch mitts will be included. Boxing gloves running, fielding and throwing. Players will also learn the are provided. basic rules of the game, while practicing those skills in fun Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Atwater N. Bumphus 5 6/10 Th 7:15p $16 drills and game-like situations. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost McAdams Park Staff 5 6/19 Sa 11:00a $18 ARCHERY PR Archery Ages 8+. 1 hr. 30 min. Aim, set, release! Learn archery fundamentals, shooting skills and safe conduct. Presented by Wichita Shooting Stars. Contact Linwood Recreation Center for more information. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Archery Range D. Taggert 6 6/7 M 5:30p $24 Archery Range D. Taggert 6 6/8 Tu 5:30p $24

SNAG is the best first program to effectively teach the game of golf!

SNAG contains all the elements of golf, in a modified form, breaking down techniques so children as young as six years old can follow along. SNAG Ages 6-10 Children learn proper grip, club sizes and swing speed. The instructors are able to utilize the SNAG equipment to create a fun learning environment that will keep a child’s attention for the full session!

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BASKETBALL PR Kickboxing PR Basketball Clinic Ages 6-14. 45 min. This is a winning combination! Train like real boxers with this fun cardio-boxing training Ages 6-10. 45 min. Dribble, shoot and score! This clinic program that will help improve strength, speed, flexibility teaches fundamentals, rules and offensive/defensive and coordination, plus teach boxing skills. Take aim at strategies. punching bags, complete stations and enjoy group led Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost training. Woodard D. Henson 5 6/9 W 5:45p $18 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Woodard D. Henson 5 6/12 Sa 10:45a $18 Atwater N. Bumphus 5 6/10 Th 5:45p $17 Evergreen D. Torres 5 7/10 Sa 10:15a $18 Woodard D. Henson 4 7/24 Sa 10:45a $15 CHEER AND GYMNASTICS PR Intermediate Basketball Clinic PR Acrobatics Ages 7-12. 45 min. Break away from the pack! Youth must have some level of basic basketball awareness and Ages 6-14. 1 hr. Don’t get caught off balance! Learn will work on challenging skills to help them develop into a acrobatic balance and strength moves for both pairs and complete player. Each class begins with a stretching and teams. Focus will be on beginning partner stunts like conditioning segment, followed by skill development drills standing on a partner’s thighs, helicopter, butterfly and for shooting, ball handling, offensive/defensive concepts, small pyramid building. Basic tumbling, such as back- rebounding and fast breaks. Skills learned will be used in walkovers, round-offs and back handsprings will also be game-like situations and in a relaxed team environment. taught. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Woodard D. Henson 5 6/12 Sa 9:15a $18 Boston D. Sidwell 10 6/5 Sa 11:00a $44 Woodard D. Henson 4 7/24 Sa 9:15a $15 PR Cheerleading BOXING Ages 6-12. 45 min. Ready? Ok! Show your team spirit while learning jumps and cheers. This class is a blast for PR Boxing Basics cheerleaders! Ages 6-14. 45 min. Become a contender! Learn boxing Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Evergreen J. Anima 8 6/9 W 6:00p $27 techniques and discipline while burning energy. This Linwood Staff 8 6/9 W 7:20p $27 no-contact class uses punching bags, speed bags and punching mitts. Boxing gloves provided or you may bring your own. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Atwater N. Bumphus 5 6/8 Tu 6:00p $16 Atwater N. Bumphus 5 6/11 F 6:15p $16 Atwater N. Bumphus 5 7/20 Tu 6:00p $16

PR Boxing - Private Lessons Ages 7-15. 30 min. One-on-one training is the fastest way to improve your boxing skills. Fee is $15 for a 30-minute private lesson. By appointment only. No online registration. Contact Lynette Woodard Recreation Center to register at 316-303-8015. No membership required.

Greater Wichita Junior Football League registration is open for the upcoming fall season! We’re filling teams for 1st-8th grade. For details and to register visit Wichita.gov/Football

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PR Gymnastics Ages 6-12. Times vary. Kids will flip for this! Moves include floor tumbling - rolls, cartwheels, round-offs, walkovers and handsprings. Other gymnastic apparatus work includes balance beam, parallel bars and vault. Ralph Wulz Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost 1 hr. Riverside Tennis Center Boston D. Sidwell 10 6/5 Sa 10:00a $44 45 min. Evergreen J. Anima 8 6/8 Tu 6:00p $27 Indoor and outdoor lighted courts are available to rent. FOOTBALL Private lessons for tennis and PR Flag Football Clinic pickleball are available by Ages 10-15. 45 min. Are you ready for some football? calling the center. For adult Kids will score big after learning basic flag football skills such as passing, receiving and running, along with programs, turn to page 53. defensive and offensive strategies. This program also features game-like situations and scrimmaging at the end of each class. Held outdoors, weather permitting. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost McAdams C. Lyons 8 6/8 Tu 6:15p $29

MARTIAL ARTS PR Chinese Internal Boxing (see page 52) PICKLEBALL

PR Japanese Swordsmanship (see page 52) PR Pickleball Introduction Ages 8-12. 1 hr. Swing into action! Kids will enjoy Self-Defense Workshop (see page 52) PR instruction on one of the hottest sports around. Lessons will cover equipment, shot techniques, serves, rules and PR Sojutsu: Art of the Spear (see page 52) scoring. PR Tae Kwon Do Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Tennis Center Staff 4 6/4 F 5:30p $40 Ages 6+. 1 hr. Work your way up the martial arts Tennis Center Staff 5 7/2 F 5:30p $50 ladder! Develop physical agility and self-discipline while Tennis Center Staff 4 8/6 F 5:30p $40 learning respect for yourself and others. Open to all levels, with time given for both small group and large group SOCCER instruction. Belt advancement opportunities are available. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost PR Soccer Clinic Beginner Edgemoor T. Boyle 12 6/8 Tu,Th 7:25p $36 Ages 6-10. 45 min. Get your kicks! Beginning players Edgemoor T. Boyle 12 7/20 Tu,Th 7:25p $36 are introduced to soccer basics including offensive and Intermediate defensive strategies. Class is held indoors. Edgemoor T. Boyle 12 6/8 Tu,Th 6:15p $36 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Edgemoor T. Boyle 12 7/20 Tu,Th 6:15p $36 Woodard Staff 5 6/7 M 7:00p $18 All Levels Orchard G. Fergus 12 6/7 M,W 6:15p $36 Linwood T. Boyle 11 6/7 M,Th 6:30p $33 Evergreen K. Atchinson 12 6/8 Tu,Th 6:30p $35 Linwood T. Boyle 12 7/19 M,Th 6:30p $36 Evergreen K. Atchinson 12 7/20 Tu,Th 6:30p $35 Orchard G. Fergus 12 7/26 M,W 6:15p $36

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TENNIS PR Jr Beginner II Group Tennis Lessons PR Intro to Tennis Ages 12-16. 1 hr. Get prepared for school tennis with this fast paced, basic skills class. Scoring and match play will Ages 8-15. 1 hr. The ball’s in your court! This starter be emphasized. program introduces youth to basic tennis strokes and Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost scoring. Low compression balls are used to improve Tennis Center Staff 5 6/2 W 10:00a $50 success in stroke development. Tennis Center Staff 4 6/4 F 6:30p $40 Tennis Center Staff 4 6/6 Su 11:00a $40 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Tennis Center Staff 5 7/2 F 6:30p $50 Edgemoor Park Staff 5 6/8 Tu 6:30p $30 Tennis Center Staff 4 7/7 W 10:00a $40 Orchard Park Staff 5 6/10 Th 6:30p $30 Tennis Center Staff 3 7/11 Su 11:00a $30 Edgemoor Park Staff 5 7/20 Tu 6:30p $30 Tennis Center Staff 5 8/1 Su 11:00a $50 Orchard Park Staff 5 7/22 Th 6:30p $30 Tennis Center Staff 2 8/4 W 10:00a $20 Tennis Center Staff 4 8/6 F 6:30p $40 PR Jr Tots I Group Tennis Lessons Ages 4-7. 1 hr. Tots will develop motor skills and eye- PR Jr Intermediate Group Tennis Lessons hand coordination, while learning tennis basics. Ages 10-16. 1 hr. Tennis strategy becomes a bigger Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost aspect, with an emphasis on stroke production. Tennis Center Staff 5 6/2 W 11:00a $50 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Tennis Center Staff 4 6/6 Su 12:00p $40 Tennis Center Staff 5 6/1 Tu 9:00a $50 Tennis Center Staff 4 6/7 M 5:30p $40 Tennis Center Staff 5 6/1 Tu 5:30p $50 Tennis Center Staff 4 7/5 M 5:30p $40 Tennis Center Staff 5 6/2 W 5:30p $50 Tennis Center Staff 4 7/7 W 11:00a $40 Tennis Center Staff 4 6/3 Th 9:00a $40 Tennis Center Staff 3 7/11 Su 12:00p $30 Tennis Center Staff 4 6/6 Su 2:00p $40 Tennis Center Staff 5 8/1 Su 12:00p $50 Tennis Center Staff 5 7/1 Th 9:00a $50 Tennis Center Staff 5 8/2 M 5:30p $50 Tennis Center Staff 4 7/6 Tu 9:00a $40 Tennis Center Staff 2 8/4 W 11:00a $20 Tennis Center Staff 4 7/6 Tu 5:30p $40 Tennis Center Staff 4 7/7 W 5:30p $40 PR Jr Beginner I Group Tennis Lessons Tennis Center Staff 3 7/11 Su 2:00p $30 Tennis Center Staff 5 8/1 Su 2:00p $50 Ages 8-12. 1 hr. Basic tennis strokes and game rules are Tennis Center Staff 2 8/3 Tu 9:00a $20 taught in a fun atmosphere. Tennis Center Staff 5 8/3 Tu 5:30p $50 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Tennis Center Staff 4 8/4 W 5:30p $40 Tennis Center Staff 5 6/1 Tu 10:00a $50 Tennis Center Staff 2 8/5 Th 9:00a $20 Tennis Center Staff 4 6/3 Th 10:00a $40 Tennis Center Staff 4 6/4 F 5:30p $40 PR Jr Advanced Group Tennis Lessons Tennis Center Staff 4 6/6 Su 1:00p $40 Tennis Center Staff 4 6/7 M 6:30p $40 Ages 12-18. 1 hr. The focus is strictly on rallying with an Tennis Center Staff 5 7/1 Th 10:00a $50 emphasis on proper tennis techniques. Instructor approval Tennis Center Staff 5 7/2 F 5:30p $50 required. Contact Riverside Tennis Center to register. Tennis Center Staff 4 7/5 M 6:30p $40 Tennis Center Staff 4 7/6 Tu 10:00a $40 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Tennis Center Staff 3 7/11 Su 1:00p $30 Tennis Center Staff 5 6/1 Tu 6:30p $50 Tennis Center Staff 5 8/1 Su 1:00p $50 Tennis Center Staff 5 6/2 W 9:00a $50 Tennis Center Staff 5 8/2 M 6:30p $50 Tennis Center Staff 4 6/3 Th 6:30p $40 Tennis Center Staff 2 8/3 Tu 10:00a $20 Tennis Center Staff 4 6/6 Su 10:00a $40 Tennis Center Staff 2 8/5 Th 10:00a $20 Tennis Center Staff 5 7/1 Th 6:30p $50 Tennis Center Staff 4 8/6 F 5:30p $40 Tennis Center Staff 4 7/6 Tu 6:30p $40 Tennis Center Staff 4 7/7 W 9:00a $40 Tennis Center Staff 3 7/11 Su 10:00a $30 Tennis Center Staff 5 8/1 Su 10:00a $50 Tennis Center Staff 5 8/3 Tu 6:30p $50 Tennis Center Staff 2 8/4 W 9:00a $20 Tennis Center Staff 4 8/5 Th 6:30p $40

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PR Jr Tennis League TRACK Ages 12-18. 3 hr. The ball’s in your court! Keep those PR Track & Field skills sharp with a coed league consisting of weekly singles, doubles and mixed doubles match play. Different Ages 8-12. 45 min. Grab your running shoes! The class pairings will be made each week. Fee is per visit. offers kids a chance to learn the basics of sprinting Registration deadline is by noon on Thursday. techniques, long distance running and building endurance Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost through exercises, drills, races and games. Shot put, Tennis Center Staff 2 6/4 F 9:00a $10 discus and hurdle training will also be covered. Tennis Center Staff 3 7/2 F 9:00a $10 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Tennis Center Staff 2 7/30 F 9:00a $10 McAdams Park A. Relf 5 6/23 W 5:45p $18 Visual & Performing Arts DANCE PR Ballet & Tap Ages 6-12. 45 min. Become a dance sensation! Learn to incorporate the gracefulness of ballet with the energetic style of tap. Focus is on form, technique, position, upper body placement, footwork, tap rhythms and combinations. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard P. McCall 10 6/9 W 7:05p $33

PR Clogging (see page 55)

PR Dance Team Prep (High School) Art Ages 14-18. 45 min. Whether auditioning for High School or a College dance team, this class will focus on the skills needed for dancing clean, along with audition techniques and performance tools to help nail that audition. Focus will Classes be on basic combinations and overall techniques for Pom, For all ages and Jazz and Kick-line, along with leaps and turns. Practice on all skill levels retaining choreography will be accomplished by learning a pom routine and jazz routine. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost wichita.gov/cityarts Evergreen C. Thibault 8 6/12 Sa 11:00a $27

PR Dance Team Prep (Middle School) Ages 12-15. 45 min. Nervous about your dance team auditions? Prepare for this big day by learning some basic combinations, dance techniques, turns and leaps commonly used in dance team routines. A pom routine and jazz routine will be taught during the session. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Evergreen C. Thibault 8 6/12 Sa 10:00a $27

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PR Folclorico PR Create a Comic Strip Ages 10+. 45 min. Learn traditional, colorful Mexican folk Ages 7-15. 1 hr. 15 min. Zap! Wham! Pow! Learn the dance known for its strict posture and rapid foot stomps. whole process of making a comic book from creating and The class will focus on basic techniques for footwork, arm designing your characters to writing a script and finalizing placement, carriage and facial expressions. Performance your storyboard. presence will also be discussed as students will learn two Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost or three songs they can perform. Folcloric shoes required. Linwood K. Carson 4 7/8 Th 5:45p $24 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Evergreen S. Garcia 10 6/8 Tu 6:30p $27 PR Drawing for Teens Evergreen S. Garcia 10 6/10 Th 6:30p $27 Ages 11-15. 45 min. Put things into perspective! Pick up that drawing pencil and learn advanced drawing DRAWING AND PAINTING techniques, perspective, proportion and shading in this special class for teens. Charcoal and pastels will also be PR The Art of used. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 7-15. 1 hr. 15 min. Show your true colors! Learn Atwater E. Nkana 5 6/10 Th 6:30p $18 about the basic principles of composing with color and how to use it more effectively in your art. In addition PR Drawing with Charcoal to the color wheel, students will be introduced to the basic characteristics such as hue, temperature, value Ages 7-15. 1 hr. 15 min. It’s all ! Learn and saturation. Find out which colors are cool or warm, shading and smudging techniques using an eraser, cloths how you can express your mood with contrasting or and fingers to create the illusion of depth and shadow. complimentary colors and see how different mediums Supplies provided. combine colors to create varying effects. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood K. Carson 4 6/8 Tu 5:45p $24 Linwood K. Carson 4 7/6 Tu 5:45p $24 PR Kids Drawing PR Cartooning Basics Ages 6-11. 1 hr. Anyone can learn to draw! Discover how Ages 7-15. 1 hr. 15 min. You don’t have to be a great to create cartoon characters by breaking down drawings artist to draw great cartoon characters! Grab a pencil into simple shapes. and come learn how to use basic shapes to create simple Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost cartoon people, animals or objects. Practice using shading, Edgemoor J. McBratney 6 6/12 Sa 10:30a $29 shadowing, contouring and other drawing elements to bring your cartoons to life. PR Painting with Acrylics (see page 56) Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood K. Carson 4 6/10 Th 5:45p $24 PR Pastels Ages 7-15. 1 hr. 15 min. Draw pictures that pop! Discover PR Color Your World the joy of this rich and colorful medium by learning how to Ages 6-11. 1 hr. Be bold! Budding artists will work with apply, layer, blend and combine pastel colors. Supplies are tempera and watercolor paint to create masterpieces. provided. Learn how to apply brush strokes and use sponges, Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost stencils and crayons. Linwood K. Carson 4 8/3 Tu 5:45p $24 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Edgemoor J. McBratney 6 6/12 Sa 12:00p $29 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC PR Comic Book Character Design PR Drums - Private Lessons Ages 7-15. 1 hr. 15 min. Develop your own unique, Ages 7-15. 30 min. Feel the beat! Learn proper grip, dynamic comic book character by learning about stroke technique, rhythms, patterns and different critical design steps that will help make your character drumming styles on snare drum and a drum kit. No online interesting. Understand ways to develop character registration. Contact Lynette Woodard Recreation Center personality, cultivate a character’s history to show how at 316-303-8015 to schedule and register. Fee is $15 per they evolved and create skill sets that makes them unique. 30-minute lesson. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood K. Carson 4 8/5 Th 5:45p $24

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PR Guitar Made Easy CA Teen Pottery Ages 8-15. 1 hr. Keep calm and play on! Beginners learn Ages 11-16. 2 hr. Teens will explore basic wheel throwing guitar basics including tuning, strumming, understanding techniques, hand-building and glazing. All supplies guitar charts, tablature and reading music. Guitars are included. provided during this class so you can see if it is right for Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost you! Additional on-site practice times are available at no CityArts A. Rangel 4 6/7 M 5:30p $85 extra charge. CityArts A. Rangel 4 7/12 M 5:30p $85 CityArts Staff 4 8/9 M 5:30p $85 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood Staff 8 6/8 Tu 5:30p $33 Linwood Staff 8 6/8 Tu 6:30p $33 CA Young Creatives Ages 6-12. 1 hr. 30 min. Explore a variety of art methods PR Fun at the Piano 1 including drawing, painting, clay, photography, and more! Ages 4-6. 45 min. It’s music to their ears! Tots will Create fun and interesting art to add to your young artists’ be introduced to basic piano concepts such as music gallery. All supplies included. notes, piano keys, rhythms and reading music. Finger Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost coordination will be reinforced in a playful way with fun CityArts D. Hughes 4 6/8 Tu 5:30p $55 CityArts D. Hughes 4 7/6 Tu 5:30p $55 group games. Instruction book required, which can be CityArts D. Hughes 4 8/3 Tu 5:30p $55 purchased through the instructor. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Atwater R. Ryker 6 6/10 Th 11:00a $24 Atwater R. Ryker 6 6/10 Th 6:00p $24

PR Piano - Private Lessons Ages 7-15. 30 min. Let your fingers do the walking! Begin with the foundations of piano including notes, chords, staff, rhythm, phrasing and dynamics. Purchase of selected piano book required after first session. No online registration. Contact Lynette Woodard Recreation Center at 316-303-8015 to schedule and register. Fee is $15 per 30-minute lesson.

YOUTH ART CA Art Exploration Station Ages 6-12. 2 hr. You will have a lot of fun learning and exploring a lot of different art mediums. Plan on going home with at least one finished masterpiece each class. All supplies will be provided. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts C. Patterson 4 6/5 Sa 10:00a $75

CA Kiln Work: Glass Fusing (see page 59) CA Photography Exploration Youth Ages 6-12. 1 hr. 30 min. In this class, you’ll learn the basics of photography, create a photobook, start a sensory journal and share your photos in a digital photo Photography gallery. CityArts will provide , and no prior photography experience is necessary. wichita.gov/cityarts Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts C. Robertson 4 6/15 Tu,Th 10:00a $65 CityArts C. Robertson 4 7/20 Tu,Th 10:00a $65 CityArts C. Robertson 4 8/3 Tu,Th 10:00a $65

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CA Youth Handbuilding Community Education Ages 6-11. 2 hr. This class is good for youth students who are too young to operate a throwing wheel but would still GENEALOGY like to experiment with clay. In this course, students will learn pinch pots, slab building and coil building. An array L Creating a Research Guide of projects can be created in this class: doggy/kitty dishes, ceramic shakers, bird houses, animal sculptures, etc. Low Ages 18+. 2 hr. Rosie Wiley will share information about pressure and fun for young kiddos looking to create. a valuable tool to help you organize your genealogy. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Co-sponsored by the Wichita Genealogical Society. CityArts A. Rangel 4 6/6 Su 12:00p $80 Registration begins four weeks before the program. Visit wichitagensoc.org to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost ADULTS Online Presenter 1 6/19 Sa 1:00p FREE L The Western History Collections Ages 18+. 2 hr. Housed at the University of Oklahoma, Books & Reading the Western History Collections are a collection of materials that help tell the rich story of the American BOOK CLUB West. Though the Collection has records covering the entire Trans-Mississippi West and Native Americans, this PR Walking Book Club presentation will focus primarily on the records pertaining to Kansas. Visit wichitagensoc.org to register. Ages 16+. 2 hr. Walk the walk and talk the talk! Nature Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost enthusiasts will read a nature or wildlife focused book Online Presenter 1 7/17 Sa 1:00p FREE each month and then meet at the Great Plains Nature Center to chat about it. Discussion continues on a nature L Honky Tonkers and Western Swingers: walk, weather permitting. Contact [email protected] for Stories of Country Music in Wichita book information. Purchase the books at the Owl’s Nest Gift Shop and receive a discount. Ages 18+. 2 hr. This program traces the history of country Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost music in Wichita, Kansas, from the 1920s through the end GPNC A. Alessi 1 6/4 F 9:00a FREE of the 20th century. The focus of the program is on those GPNC A. Alessi 1 7/9 F 9:00a FREE performers, born or raised in Wichita, who went on to GPNC A. Alessi 1 8/6 F 9:00a FREE national fame, as well as those who spent most of their time playing in Wichita. Visit wichitagensoc.org to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 8/21 Sa 1:00p FREE

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HOME AND REAL ESTATE PR Spanish - Intermediate L Pandemic Pets: Solutions Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. Take your Spanish basics for Your New Family Member to the next level by mastering the tricky pronouns and prepositions. The book “Spanish Pronouns and Ages 18+. 1 hr. A local certified professional dog Prepositions (Practice Makes Perfect)” by Dorothy trainer and a veterinarian from the Kansas Humane Richmond is required for the class (not provided by Society will give a presentation about animal behavior instructor). and answer questions about common issues that can Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost arise with new family members. Call (316) 261-8500 or Edgemoor J. Humerez 6 6/15 Tu 5:30p $27 visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost PR Spanish - Advanced Online Presenter 1 6/26 Sa 2:00p FREE Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. This advanced class focuses on L Be Red Cross Ready the continued development of Spanish communication skills. Practice will include building vocabulary for informal Ages 18+. 1 hr. An American Red Cross volunteer will conversation and improving sentence structure though the discuss disaster preparedness for events like home fires, use of spelling, punctuation, pronunciation and the most tornadoes, and other extreme weather events. Call (316) used Spanish verb tenses. Students must purchase the 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. book “Complete Spanish All-in-One” by Gilda Nissenberg . Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 8/14 Sa 2:00p FREE Edgemoor J. Humerez 6 6/17 Th 5:30p $27

LANGUAGES LAWN AND GARDEN PR Chinese for Beginners L Feeding Your Soil Ages 12+. 2 hr. Bring good fortune into your life! Get an Microbes for Fall & Winter overview of the Chinese language, pronunciations and Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Fall brings an opportunity to approximately 100 written Chinese characters, along with lay the foundation for next year’s garden through soil Pinyin spelling. Learn basic words such as numbers, time, improvement. Building good soil is not just about adding colors, animals, food and family. organic material, but also about nurturing the diverse Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard N. Tran 8 6/14 M 6:00p $48 community of microbes in compost that bring soil to life. Learn from Extension Master Gardener Lori Lohrenz about PR Spanish Basics what healthy soil has in common with your own digestive system, and how inoculating your plot with compost Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. Boost your communication skills “probiotics” powers the cycle of nutrients. by learning a new language! Practice common words, Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost phrases and sentence structures. Student must purchase Online Presenter 1 8/5 Th 6:00p FREE the textbook “Spanish in 10-minutes a Day.” Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost L Landscape Design Evergreen J. Humerez 6 6/12 Sa 10:00a $27 Evergreen J. Humerez 6 7/24 Sa 10:00a $27 Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Learn how to translate your vision for your landscape into the dream landscape you’ve always wanted through planning, designing and plant selection. Follow the journey of Sedgwick County Master Gardener Barney Barnhard as he envisioned, planned and created his own transformational landscape. Learn about resources in design, construction, and planting to give you the confidence to embark on your own journey. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 8/19 Th 6:00p FREE

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L Perennial Plants for Kansas LEARNING CIRCLE Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Plants that grow from year L Creative Writing to year in your garden are critical for structure and Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Explore the techniques published providing lower maintenance over time. When selecting writers use to construct engaging plots, memorable garden perennials, there are many things to consider, characters and captivating settings that make their stories including the plant’s aesthetics, the seasonality of its peak memorable. Work toward constructing a short story of performance, the amount of care required, and how it fits your own for Wichita’s Short Story Dispenser. Learning into your landscape. Extension Master Gardener Karen Circles are lightly facilitated study groups for learners who Sanders-West will discuss which perennials will perform want to take online courses together. This Learning Circle best in your Kansas landscape. meets weekly for 6 weeks. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 8/12 Th 6:00p FREE p2pu.org/wichita to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost L The Ultimate Guide to Fall Lawn Care Online Staff 6 7/6 Tu 2:30p FREE Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Fall is the most important L The Science of Success time of year to care for a Tall Fescue lawn. Planting, Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Learn what the most successful fertilizing, and controlling weeds now ensures a healthier, people do differently than others, why IQ is not the most greener lawn next summer. Horticulture Agent Matthew significant predictor of success (and can sometimes McKernan from the K-State Research & Extension Office backfire), and why many beliefs hold people back from in Sedgwick County will share the keys to lawn health and achieving their goals. This Learning Circle meets weekly what schedule to follow in order to make sure your grass is for 4 weeks. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit p2pu.org/wichita always greener. to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 8/26 Th 6:00p FREE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Staff 1 6/2 W 6:00p FREE

NATURE AND OUTDOORS PR Become a Beekeeper Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. What’s the buzz about? This beginning course teaches beekeeping essentials including equipment needed, caring for and collecting bees, along with developing and harvesting honey. Instructor provides continued support once your hive has been established. Presented by American Bee Removal. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard W. Wolken 10 6/10 Th 7:00p $49

PR Behind the Scenes at the Kansas Wildlife Exhibit Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. This is a close encounter of the best kind! Go into the heart of the Kansas Wildlife Exhibit (also affectionately known as the Riverside Park Zoo) and get an up close look at some of the feathered friends and other animal ambassadors. Not only will you tour the building to see what takes place to support the exhibit, but also learn more about the nearly 100 years of history, including when the exhibit had alligators! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Riverside Park T. Volkmann 1 6/12 Sa 10:00a $10 Riverside Park T. Volkmann 1 7/17 Sa 5:00p $10 Riverside Park T. Volkmann 1 8/12 Th 7:00p $10

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PR Kansas Critters All Ages. 30 min. Daily feeding time is a wonderful time to visit the Kansas Wildlife Exhibit in Riverside Park, especially if you enjoy seeing the bobcat, opossum and vulture munch their lunch. Get a closer look and learn more about one of the animal ambassadors during a critter chat Kansas Wildlife Exhibit with the exhibit caretaker. Registration is not required. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost (KWE) contains over 25 Riverside Park T. Volkmann 91 6/7 M-Su 12:00p FREE different species of native PR Lunch Bunch at the Great Plains Nature Center mammals, reptiles and Ages 16+. 30 min. Escape the office this summer! Bring something to eat, enjoy the weather, and meet birds in eight displays. fellow nature-lovers at the open shelter near the GPNC parking lot. Each month we’ll have a different topic at the intersection of our two favorite things: food and the Follow KWE at great outdoors! From mushroom hunting to honeybees to campfire cookery, what better way to break up your Facebook/KansasWildlifeExhibit workday than a little food, fun, and fresh air? Registration is not required. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Chisholm Creek Staff 1 6/17 Th 12:15p FREE Chisholm Creek Staff 1 7/15 Th 12:15p FREE Chisholm Creek Staff 1 8/19 Th 12:15p FREE L Plan Your Next Outdoor Adventure Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Ready to plan your next great SMALL BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT outdoor adventure? Get the low-down on how to explore Simple Steps to Start the outdoors safely in Kansas from an expert in the field. L Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to Your Small Business register. Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. This Small Business Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Administration/SCORE program will show you the steps Online Presenter 1 6/8 Tu 6:00p FREE to starting up a business the right way. You will also learn about business start-up resources at the Library. Call (316) PR Wichita Wild Walks 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. All Ages. 1 hr. Discover something new! Explore the Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost winding trails of the Wichita Wild Parks and other green Online Staff 1 8/28 Sa 1:00p FREE spaces alongside an experienced naturalist who can provide a unique lens on the nature at our doorstep. Registration is not required. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Hellers Park A. Alessi 1 6/26 Sa 8:00a FREE Pawnee Prairie A. Alessi 1 7/24 Sa 8:00a FREE

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36 ADULTS CA CITYARTS PR PARK & RECREATION L WICHITA PUBLIC L IBRARY SUMMER 2021 Current Events L Shadow Ball Ages 18+. 1 hr. “Shadow Ball” pays homage to the men who played in Negro League baseball and paints a picture CANDID CONVERSATIONS of America’s suffering during the Great Depression. Rochel Garner Coleman plays Cool Papa Bell, one of the L 36 Teams in Wichita: League’s most famous players. A sterling fielder and an How the NBC World Series Led outstanding batter (regularly averaging over .400), Bell the Way to Baseball Integration was legendary for his uncanny speed. Satchel Paige often regaled audiences with the story that when he Ages 18+. 1 hr. When the NBC Tournament got started and Bell roomed together, Bell was so fast that he could in Wichita, it became one of the first places in the US turn out the light and be in bed before the room got dark. where spectators could watch racially integrated baseball, Off the field though, an entirely different story emerged becoming part of its appeal. Baseball Historian Phil Dixon as black players encountered second-class status and will discuss the importance of the NBC World Series mass economic hardship. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit Tournament and how it helped pave the way to racially wichitalibrary.org/events to register. integrated baseball nationwide. Call (316) 261-8500 or Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Online Presenter 1 7/14 W 6:00p FREE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 7/8 Th 6:00p FREE L Mexican American Baseball in Kansas Digital Media Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. In the 1940s and 1950s, Mexican American immigrants worked the railroads in many & Technology Kansas towns, including Newton. For recreation, the workers formed baseball teams to play against teams in other railroad towns. Historian and author Raymond Olais COMPUTERS AND SOFTWARE will present the history of the Mexican American baseball Canva teams in Kansas. Co-sponsored by Humanities Kansas. L Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Learn about Canva, a graphic register. design tool on the web that uses drag and drop templates. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Create graphics with ease, for print and digital use Online Presenter 1 7/8 Th 2:00p FREE including posters, social media icons and banners, and more. Participants will need an email address to register L The Other Boys of for a free Canva account. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit Summer Film & Discussion wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Ages 18+. 2 hr. “The Other Boys of Summer” explores civil Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost rights in America through the lives of the Negro League Online Program Staff 1 7/21 W 6:00p FREE baseball players. The film is narrated by Cicely Tyson and includes exclusive, never-before-seen interviews with the L Create a Resume in Google Docs men (and woman) who played alongside Jackie Robinson Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Design, write, and format a and changed baseball and America forever. Emmy- professional resume that stands out. This class will use nominated director Lauren Meyer will be in Wichita for the Google Docs. A gmail account is needed to utilize Google screening. Following the film showing, she will engage the Docs. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events audience in dialogue about the story behind the film and to register. answer questions about her research. Call (316) 261-8500 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Online Program Staff 1 6/16 W 1:00p FREE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 6/5 Sa 11:00a FREE L Create a Meme with Google Drawings L The Negro National League Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Create a meme to illustrate a concept you have learned. In this lesson, students will use Ages 18+. 1 hr. 45 min. Author of “Last Train to gmail and Google Drawings to create a meme. Call (316) Cooperstown” Kevin L. Mitchell will discuss the early years 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. of the Negro National Leagues post-World War I and the Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost climate that led to its formation and early years. Call (316) Online Program Staff 1 8/19 Th 3:30p FREE 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 8/3 Tu 6:00p FREE ADULTS 37 Be A Better You: Your guide to City of Wichita classes & activities

L Downloading E-Books Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Learn how to use Libby, the Library’s free digital e-book services. Have your digital reader or mobile device handy. Participants must have an active library card to use the digital collection. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Program Staff 1 6/2 W 1:00p FREE Stay up to date on Online Program Staff 1 7/14 W 10:30a FREE Online Program Staff 1 8/12 Th 10:30a FREE

Library programs: L Excel: Basics Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Spreadsheets allow you to easily Follow them on store, organize and modify data. Learn the basics of Excel (such as inserting text, basic formulas, AutoFill, printing, and more) by creating a personal budget. Call (316) 261- Facebook! 8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Facebook/WichitaPublicLibrary Online Program Staff 1 8/10 Tu 6:00p FREE L Excel: Formulas and Functions Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Learn how to make Excel do the work for you by using commonly accessed formulas and functions. Basic Excel skills required. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Program Staff 1 8/24 Tu 6:00p FREE PR Creating Powerful Multimedia Presentations L Excel: Graphs and Pivot Tables Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. Make your multimedia Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Make the most of your data presentation get noticed! Using free software, students using graphs and pivot tables. Basic Excel skills required. will learn how to create, edit, save, print and share Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to presentations on the web. Also, learn how to make register. changes to your outline, use templates and add graphics, Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost sound, videos and transitions for a more professional look. Online Program Staff 1 8/31 Tu 6:00p FREE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard V. Hancock 1 7/15 Th 6:00p $10 L Excel: Sort and Filter Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Use the sort and filter features in PR Desktop Publishing Excel to organize your data so you can find the information Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. Now you can create great looking you are looking for easily. Conditional formatting will also print ready documents! Learn about reliable and be taught. Basic Excel skills required. Call (316) 261-8500 free desktop publishing software packed with all the or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. features you need for creating your own greeting cards, Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost flyers, newsletters, invitations, brochures and more. Must Online Program Staff 1 8/17 Tu 6:00p FREE have basic typing and mouse skills. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost L Facebook Orchard V. Hancock 1 8/5 Th 6:00p $10 Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Learn how to connect with friends and family on this social network site. Must already have an e-mail account to create a Facebook account. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Program Staff 1 6/22 Tu 2:30p FREE

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PR Identity Theft Prevention L Microsoft Word Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. Knowledge is power so arm Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Learn about creating, editing and yourself with important tools that will help protect you saving documents using basic formatting tools. Microsoft from the growing threat of identity theft. Learn what Word 2016 is the version of Word that will be taught. common online/offline scam and fraud techniques are Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to currently being used, the ways to reduce it and what register. to do if it occurs. Get tips on passwords, safely using Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost e-commerce, setting a credit security freeze, getting free Online Program Staff 1 6/10 Th 6:00p FREE credit reports and more! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost PR Organizing Digital Files Orchard V. Hancock 1 7/22 Th 6:00p $10 Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. You know it’s somewhere CA Illustrating in Photoshop on your computer or cloud… but where? Simplify your organizational system by learning several easy Ages 16+. 2 hr. There is so much more to Adobe management techniques. Methods covered include file Photoshop than fixing photos. You can draw and illustrate naming, nested folders, search techniques, removing in it too. Learn the basics of flat illustration in Photoshop duplications, desktop decluttering, creating shortcuts, as well as becoming comfortable using a pen tablet. Basic archiving and most importantly, file backup! knowledge of Photoshop is preferred but not required. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard V. Hancock 1 7/8 Th 6:00p $10 CityArts S. Harmon 4 6/9 W 6:00p $80 CityArts S. Harmon 4 7/7 W 6:00p $80 CityArts S. Harmon 4 8/4 W 6:00p $80

PR Internet Basics Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. Navigate the information highway! Learn how to safely use the internet and gain an understanding of hyperlinks, web addresses, saving favorite web pages and managing cookies. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard V. Hancock 1 7/1 Th 6:00p $10

PR Introduction to Computers Ages 16+. 1 hr. You have a computer, so now what? First-time users will get acquainted with the parts of a computer, operating system and common functions. Create a Microsoft Word document, capture a screen image, manage files and folders, generate emails and navigate web sites. Computer safety and back-ups will also be discussed. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard V. Hancock 8 6/9 W 6:00p $34

PR Introduction to Web Design Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. Don’t just search the web, be a part of it! Discover how to plan and build your first web site by learning what questions to ask when shopping for a custom domain and hosting service. Also, learn about registering a domain name, creating a document, adding links and images, uploading and content management. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard V. Hancock 1 8/19 Th 6:00p $10

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L Organize Files in Google Drive L Track Your Monthly Expenses Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Learn how to store, access, and Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Use a spreadsheet to track your share documents, presentations, forms, and photos in monthly expenses. This class will use Google Sheets. A the cloud. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/ gmail account is needed for this class. Call (316) 261-8500 events to register. or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Program Staff 1 6/29 Tu 3:30p FREE Online Program Staff 1 7/22 Th 10:30a FREE

PR Personal Computer Security L Use Google to Get a New Job Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. Keep your computer safe from the Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Conduct a successful job search bad guys! This class is a beginner’s guide on how to secure using various Google tools-gmail, Google Docs and Google your computer or laptop and keep your information safe Drive. A gmail account is needed for this class. Call (316) online. Find out how to recognize scams, use the internet 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. safely, avoid phishing scams, block bad advertisements Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost and keep up with new threats. Online Program Staff 1 7/8 Th 10:30a FREE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard V. Hancock 1 6/24 Th 6:00p $10 L Windows 10 Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Learn about the newest Microsoft PR Photo Editing Windows Operating System. Navigation, customization, Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. Enhance or restore your photos and other topics will be covered. Call (316) 261-8500 or with the use of free photo editing software. Discussion will visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. be on image file types, cropping, adjusting brightness and Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost contrast, using layers and correcting poor lighting. Online Program Staff 1 7/6 Tu 2:30p FREE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard V. Hancock 1 7/29 Th 6:00p $10 DEVICE TRAINING L Pinterest L Cable & Cable Alternatives Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Learn about Pinterest, an online Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. There are more choices than ever visual pin board. Learn about the “Save” and “Send” when it comes to viewing entertaining and educational buttons, creating boards and how to follow other pinners programs at home. To help you decide which options and good “pintiquette.” An e-mail address is needed are best for you, we’ll look at the advantages and before class. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary. disadvantages of both cable service and the ever growing org/events to register. number of alternative viewing options. Call (316) 261- Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost 8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Online Program Staff 1 7/28 W 1:00p FREE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Program Staff 1 8/25 W 6:00p FREE L Practical Online Security Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Learn about what is needed to protect your personal computer and its content. Also, find out how to recognize scams and stay safe on the Internet. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Program Staff 1 6/24 Th 6:00p FREE Online Program Staff 1 7/20 Tu 6:00p FREE Online Program Staff 1 8/26 Th 2:30p FREE

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L Smart Home Technology CA Best Cellphone Pics Ever! Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. There are more options than ever Ages 14+. 2 hr. This fun two hour workshop is taught when it comes to making your home “smart”. Learn about by a professional photographer, using some of the various services and technologies that you can use in techniques and best practices that the pros use! Subjects your home. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/ will be provided for you to . Let’s elevate your events to register. Cellphone photography skills and have some fun! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Program Staff 1 8/18 W 2:30p FREE Requirements: Must bring a fully charged Cellphone that student is familiar with. Make sure there is space available L iPhones & iPads Basics on the phone for photos before the workshop. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Have your iPad or iPhone handy CityArts C. Snodgrass 1 8/22 Su 1:00p $20 and learn how to use iOS. This class covers what Apple devices can do - including basic operation, how to find CA Sculpture Workshop and install apps, and more! Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Ages 14+. 2 hr. Build your own “” to Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost capture images through a using simple Online Program Staff 1 6/8 Tu 10:30a FREE supplies. This one-day workshop is a fun way to step into alternative photo processes. No experience necessary. L iPhone & iPads: Beyond the Basics Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts H. Zelada Romero 1 6/5 Sa 2:00p $35 Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. Grab your iPad or iPhone and CityArts H. Zelada Romero 1 7/10 Sa 2:00p $35 learn some new tips and tricks. This class is for students CityArts H. Zelada Romero 1 8/7 Sa 2:00p $35 who want to learn more advanced features of the iOS system. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/ CA DSLR Photography - A Day at Botanica events to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 16+. 3 hr. Achieve amazing nature shots of flowers Online Program Staff 1 6/15 Tu 10:30a FREE and insects, as it pertains to Closeup/ in this onsite workshop on Focus, , Lighting, Equipment and more. Students are responsible for any PHOTOGRAPHY admission fees. No prerequisite. Equipment: Personal DSLR, charged battery, memory card, , remote cord CA Alternative Process Photography and small LED flashlight. Closeup lenses and extensions Ages 14+. 2 hr. This course covers alternative photo tubes for Nikon & Canon will be available to borrow. printing processes and . Learn a new Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost process each week including lumen prints, , CityArts C. Snodgrass 1 7/17 Sa 9:00a $30 anthotypes, digital negatives, and camera sculpture. No prior experience necessary. CA Introduction to Digital Photography Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 16+. 2 hr. This basic entry-level class is designed to CityArts H. Zelada Romero 5 6/6 Su 12:00p $100 familiarize you with the different DSLR camera functions. CityArts H. Zelada Romero 5 7/25 Su 12:00p $100 The class is designed for beginners who are starting to learn about digital photography and their DSLR camera and include lessons in menus, buttons and settings. Course handouts will be emailed prior to the first class. Bring your personal DSLR camera and related manuals to class. Tripods may be needed for upper-level classes. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 6/7 M 3:00p $40 CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 6/7 M 5:30p $40 CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 7/12 M 3:00p $40 CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 7/12 M 5:30p $40 CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 8/9 M 3:00p $40 CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 8/9 M 5:30p $40

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CA Digital Photography, Level 1 CA Digital Photography, Level 3 Ages 16+. 2 hr. In this class, your camera will be in full Ages 16+. 2 hr. Get ready for an interactive experience manual mode as you learn topics of complete control and that covers lighting, patterns, filters, external understanding of , and ISO. You will look units, controlling natural light, reflectors, action/sports at how they all work together to achieve equivalent value photography and close up photography, low light and , histogram and custom white balance. Intro nighttime shooting. Night outings may take place in required or instructor permission. addition to the normal class schedule. Intro, Level 1 and 2 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost required or instructor permission. CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 6/8 Tu 3:00p $70 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 6/8 Tu 5:30p $70 CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 6/10 Th 5:30p $95 CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 7/6 Tu 3:00p $70 CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 8/5 Th 5:30p $95 CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 7/6 Tu 5:30p $70 CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 8/3 Tu 3:00p $70 CA Digital Photography, Level 4 CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 8/3 Tu 5:30p $70 Ages 16+. 2 hr. This class is all about the rules of composition and lighting. You will learn and practice CA Digital Photography, Level 2 Forced Perspective Photography techniques as well. Photo Ages 16+. 2 hr. You will advance your ability to use DSLR assignments will be given throughout the class that will be features and knowledge of the basics of photography, evaluated to prepare you for Level 5. Intro, Level 1, 2 and 3 including lens perspective and distortion, balanced required or instructor permission. exposures, photographing water drops, , close up Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost photography and more. Intro, Level 1 required or instructor CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 7/8 Th 5:30p $95 permission. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CA Digital Photography, Level 5 CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 6/9 W 5:30p $80 Ages 16+. 3 hr. During this class, students will get two CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 7/7 W 5:30p $80 hands-on location outings and two classroom critique CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 8/4 W 5:30p $80 sessions. After completing Level 5, students are invited to enter their best work in the Level 5 Photography Competition. Intro, Level 1, 2, 3 and 4 required or instructor permission. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts is CityArts C. Snodgrass 4 6/5 Sa 9:00a $170 home to over 35 professional artists who teach art to the community, four gallery spaces and The Art Shoppe.

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PR DSLR: Shooting Modes Made Easy CA Solar Printing Workshop Ages 16+. 2 hr. What do all those buttons and dials do? Ages 14+. 2 hr. Learn how to use the power of the sun to Beginners will feel more at ease with the camera as you create beautiful, blue images using the process. get a quick overview of key automatic features, modes and Bring your own images or flat items to transfer. No prior button functions. Also learn about some easy, fun add-ons experience necessary. for specialized photography projects. Bring camera, fully Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost charged battery and some examples of images you wish CityArts H. Zelada Romero 1 6/5 Sa 11:30a $30 could have been better. CityArts H. Zelada Romero 1 6/12 Sa 11:30a $30 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts H. Zelada Romero 1 7/10 Sa 11:30a $30 Orchard A. Sprague 3 6/14 M 6:00p $25 CityArts H. Zelada Romero 1 7/24 Sa 11:30a $30 CityArts H. Zelada Romero 1 8/7 Sa 11:30a $30 PR DSLR: Beyond the Basics CityArts H. Zelada Romero 1 8/21 Sa 11:30a $30 Ages 16+. 2 hr. It’s time to ditch that automatic mode! PR Water Drop Photography You’ve mastered features, now get an overview of using manual mode. Settings, Ages 16+. 2 hr. Freeze that moment in time to capture and aperture will be discussed, along with the use of that incredible water drop image! Learn what is needed to additional light sources. Get a quick overview of photo set up the shot, along with suggested lighting and camera editors, plus picture file management tools. Bring camera settings. Bring your camera, tripod and a lens (if you have and digital work examples. one) that can focus relatively close for onsite practice. A Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost remote release is encouraged, but not required. Be familiar Edgemoor A. Sprague 3 7/14 W 6:00p $25 with how to set your camera’s shutter speed, ISO and aperture prior to attending. PR Fun with Fireworks Photography Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard A. Sprague 2 8/16 M 6:00p $17 Ages 16+. 2 hr. 30 min. Start Independence Day with a bang! The first part of the workshop will focus on learning PR Zoo Photography general freezing action techniques along with best camera settings, lenses, your shot and other factors such Ages 16+. 2 hr. 30 min. Take a walk on the wild side! as wind. Then, practice with fireworks will begin as the Learn how to capture striking images of a variety of sun sets. A tri-pod and remote release cord are required. wildlife at the Sedgwick County Zoo. The first hour will Low level fireworks and sparklers will be provided. be discussion of outdoor lighting, camera settings, using Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost and other photo tips. The remaining class Edgemoor A. Sprague 1 6/30 W 7:00p $20 will be practicing skills so wear comfortable shoes. A tripod and a telephoto lens are required. Admission is PR Outdoor Photography included. Students will receive written material that should be viewed prior to the class. Ages 16+. 2 hr. Shoot like a pro! Improve your outdoor Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost photographs by understanding more about camera Offsite A. Sprague 1 6/12 Sa 9:00a $18 basics and how to control light. Learn about using flash, reflectors, filters and other outdoor accessories along with low light techniques. Macro photography will also be SMART PHONES discussed. The first class will be at Orchard Recreation Center and the second class will be held offsite. Location PR Android - Beyond the Basics to be announced. Bring a tripod and flash to both classes Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. Get the most out of your tiny if you have them. Android powerhouse! You understand the basics of what Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost your Android smartphone or tablet can do, now find out Orchard A. Sprague 2 7/19 M 6:00p $17 more. Learn about surprising uses for your camera, how to save time with widgets, how to increase battery life, automatic quiet overnight settings and improve theft security. Must take Outsmart your Smartphone class first. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard V. Hancock 1 6/17 Th 6:00p $10

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Fitness Centers & Weight Rooms Monthly Membership $15/month per person | $5 for each additional Monthly Membership person in the same household. at Lynette Woodard Fitness Center Evergreen Linwood Orchard Weight Room Fitness Center Fitness Center 316.303.8015 2755 E. 19th St 316.303.8036 316.337.9191 316.337.9244 Mon – Fri: 3pm – 5pm 2700 N. Woodland 1901 S. Kansas 4808 W. 9th St Mon – Fri: 9am – 7pm Mon – Th: 8am – 8pm Mon – Th: 8am – 8pm $10/month per person Fri: 8am – 6pm Fri: 8am - 4:30pm $5 for each additional Sat: 10am – 12pm person in the same household.

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PR Outsmart Your Smartphone PR Hula Hoop Workout Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. You have the technology, now Ages 16+. 45 min. Become a spinner and a winner! This learn how to use it! Discover the basics of what you can fun fitness class uses special larger and heavier hoops actually do with your Android/Apple smartphone or tablet. rather than traditional ones, to provide a low impact, but See how to customize your device, manage contacts, get high intensity cardio training. This workout engages the notifications and alerts, download free eBooks, install entire body, with special emphasis on the abdominals and apps and more. obliques to blast that belly fat. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard V. Hancock 1 6/10 Th 6:00p $10 Edgemoor J. Golden 12 6/9 W 5:30p $28 PR SHiNE Dance Fitness Ages 16+. 1 hr. Don’t just sweat... SHiNE! This high Fitness, Health energy, dance fitness class uses basic moves from Jazz, Hip Hop and Ballet and blends them with the best and most current music for a great cardio workout. The & Wellness of the routines allows you to do more moving and less thinking so you will walk out of class with a smile CARDIO on your face! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost PR Cardio Mix Aerobics Evergreen P. Jenkinson 6 6/7 M 6:30p $19 Evergreen P. Jenkinson 5 8/2 M 6:30p $16 Ages 16+. 1 hr. Mix it up! Revamp your fitness routine with a mix of cardio and strength training. Cardio PR Step Aerobics segments vary each class and may include step, floor, Ages 16+. 45 min. Rise to the challenge! Tone up, burn kickboxing or Latin dance. Strength training includes focus calories and get a great cardio workout using step on core work and may also include upper/lower body platforms. Cardio work is followed by strength training along with stretching. with weights and floor exercises. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Evergreen A. Martinez 9 6/2 W 6:30p $21 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Boston J. Profaizer 8 6/8 Tu 5:30p $25 Orchard J. Tindall 23 6/7 M,W 6:30p $54

PR Hip Hop Step PR WERQ Fitness Ages 16+. 1 hr. Let’s get down! The energizing music Ages 16+. 45 min. It’s time to WERQ it out! Report to the provides an intense, yet fun cardiovascular workout as you dance floor and join this wildly addictive cardio dance step on and off the platform while incorporating basic hip workout based on trending pop and hip hop music. Get an hop movements. Fee is per visit. intense calorie burn with fresh choreography and easy to Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost follow dance moves. This is a judgement-free dance space McAdams D. Colborn 13 6/5 Sa 11:00a $4 so just enjoy and feel the music! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Edgemoor A. Beck 12 6/10 Th 5:30p $28

PR Zumba® Fitness Ages 16+. Times vary. Join the hottest dance and fitness craze! Sculpt your body with simple Latin dance steps, interval and resistance training for a fun-filled rhythmic workout. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost 1 hr. Fee is per visit McAdams D. Colborn 14 5/31 M 7:30p $4 McAdams D. Colborn 13 6/2 W 10:30a $4 McAdams D. Colborn 13 6/5 Sa 12:00p $4 45 min. Fee is per session Edgemoor J. Golden 11 6/7 M 5:30p $26 Evergreen R. Jackson 11 6/7 M 6:45p $24

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CARDIO PLUS PR Pound® PR Fit Fusion Ages 16+. 45 min. Rock on! Using lightly weighted drumsticks called Ripstix®, you will become the music as Ages 16+. 1 hr. Push your limits! This fun fusion of Tabata you drum your way through the workout. This invigorating and HIIT will kick-start your metabolism by using quick, full-body workout combines cardio, conditioning and concentrated bursts of high-intensity cardio exercise, strength training with fast-moving yoga and pilates- followed by brief periods of rest and recovery. Body weight inspired movements. exercises such as push-ups, squats, lunges and burpees Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost are incorporated along with hand held weights, bands and Edgemoor J. Golden 12 6/8 Tu 5:30p $28 balls. Experience calorie burn long after the workout has ended! Fee is per visit. PR STRONG Nation™ formally STRONG by Zumba Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost McAdams D. Colborn 13 6/6 Su 1:00p $4 Ages 16+. 1 hr. Stop counting the reps and start training to the beat! You’ll burn calories while toning arms, legs, PR FitKizomba Basics abs and glutes. Plyometric or explosive moves like high knees and burpees are interchanged with isometric moves Ages 18+. 1 hr. This dance inspired workout is set to a like lunges and squats. All moves are driven by original sensual Latin beat, focusing on core, lower back, booty music that has been specifically designed to match every and calve strength. Techniques, which use controlled single move. Fee is per visit. muscle isolations of the hips and midsection, will be Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost presented so you can unleash your inner sexy and McAdams D. Colborn 13 6/1 Tu 7:00p $4 confident self! The Saturday class is for couples only, with McAdams D. Colborn 13 6/4 F 6:00p $4 registration taken directly at McAdams Recreation Center. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost McAdams D. Colborn 6 6/11 F 7:30p $24 McAdams D. Colborn 6 6/12 Sa 3:00p $24

Clapp for Margaritas Park & Rec Events 3-mile run | Clapp Park | July 24 MAY 15, JUNE 12, AUGUST 14 SHiNE Dance Fitness Naftzger Park | FREE | 10:00am Enjoy a unique workout rooted in traditional jazz, ballet and hip-hop.

MAY 28 Jam Session Naftzger Park | FREE | 7:00-9:00pm Join us for a fun concert in the park.

JULY 23 Moth Mania Great Plains Nature Center | FREE | 8:30-11:30pm Catch up with nocturnal critters along the moonlit trails of Chisholm Creek Park for International Mothwichita.gov/parkandrec Week. Bring a flashlight and marvel at the Wichita.gov/MargaritaRun magic of moths! for more information and registration

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PR Total Body Workout Ages 18+. 45 min. Go from flab to fab! This class features cardio and strength training with hand-held weights, bands, balls and body resistance. Core work included. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Edgemoor K. Philip 12 6/8 Tu 10:00a $28 Get notified about MIND AND SPIRIT free movies, live PR Mindfulness music, fitness classes Ages 16+. 45 min. Feeling stressed, unfocused and a little burnt out? Mindfulness is a mental training practice and more! Follow that teaches techniques to regulate emotions, along with decrease stress, anxiety and depression. Students will Naftzger Park on learn and practice methods that will help strengthen the ability to stay focused and concentrate on tasks, as well as develop an awareness of thoughts and feelings which Facebook: will lead to calm responses instead of impulsive reactions. Facebook/NaftzgerPark Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost McAdams N. Pack 6 6/16 W 7:30p $14

NUTRITION L Cooking Matters Series Ages 18+. 30 min. Join a free virtual series called Cooking Matters for Parents®. These classes help families learn to shop and cook healthy meals on a budget. Classes PR Tai Chi Ball Qigong - Part 2 include cooking demos and budget-friendly meal ideas. Ages 18+. 1 hr. Deepen your innate strength and balance! Sign up for one or all classes. Attend 3 classes in the series This class builds on what was learned in Part 1 and and complete a survey to receive a $15 grocery gift card. teaches a more advanced 16 movement routine with the Call (316) 261-8500 or visit wichitalibrary.org/events to Tai Chi Ball. This routine is adapted from the popular Yang register. 24 Short Form. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 6/15 Tu 12:30p FREE Minisa Park A. Fleming 12 7/19 M,W 11:30a $38 Online Presenter 1 6/22 Tu 12:30p FREE Edgemoor A. Fleming 12 7/19 M,W 6:00p $38 Online Presenter 1 6/29 Tu 12:30p FREE Online Presenter 1 7/6 Tu 12:30p FREE Online Presenter 1 7/13 Tu 12:30p FREE PR Tai Chi Chuan Online Presenter 1 7/20 Tu 12:30p FREE Ages 16+. 45 min. A combination of Tai Chi styles including Yang, Sun and Modern Style are incorporated TAI CHI in this program. Students will learn basic forms, correct body posture, proper weight distribution, slow and even PR Tai Chi Ball Qigong - Part 1 movements along with proper breathing techniques. Intermediate students will learn more advanced stances Ages 18+. 1 hr. Change up your Tai Chi routine! The use and movements. of weighted tai chi balls is an effective tool to help with Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost body alignment and increase strength. Fundamental Beginner ball breathing techniques and controlled movements of Kiwanis Park A. Fleming 23 6/8 Tu,Th 10:00a $54 stationary/moving ball circling and rotating is taught, with Intermediate an emphasis on how to hold, rotate and pivot the balls as Kiwanis Park A. Fleming 23 6/8 Tu,Th 11:00a $54 you move the entire body. This helps enhance the pushing of hands. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Minisa Park A. Fleming 10 6/7 M,W 11:30a $32 Edgemoor A. Fleming 10 6/7 M,W 6:00p $28

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See the Keeper of the Plains and downtown skyline like River Floatin’ Senior TourRiver Floatin’you’ve never seen it before! Following a short kayak Ages 55+. 2 hr. Spend some time learning kayaking training, you’ll set off on a leisurely paddling tour from basics and then set your course towards the Keeper of the ramp just south of the Wichita Boathouse, to the the Plains at a relaxed and easy pace. Not sure if you can Keeper of the Plains and back. No prior experience is make the return trip back? We’ve got you covered! The necessary, however this is a strenuous activity, which lasts evening ends with a barbeque dinner on the patio of the approximately 1.00-1.25 hours. Wichita Boathouse. Date Depart REGISTRATION: Friday, July 23 6:00p • Fee is $35 per person • Tours typically fill up so register early! Sunrise Tour • Register online or call (316) 268-4361 Ages 12+. 2 hr. Launch just before twilight into the • Signed waivers are required prior to participation stillness of the morning and catch the glorious sunrise! • Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance Photos will be taken during the tour and at the Keeper of and no refunds will be given for cancellations the the Plains. The morning will end with a full breakfast on day of the event, unless the event is cancelled due to the patio of the Wichita Boathouse. weather/river conditions Date Depart Saturday, August 21 6:15a Glow Tour Ages 16+. 2 hr. Enjoy a moonlight trip along the river Sunset Tour with the stars shining overhead! You and the kayaks will Ages 12+. 2 hr. Enjoy the glowing sky and ever changing be glowing with lights and glow sticks as you make your colors of the sunset on this tour! There’s a brief stop for way to the Keeper of the Plains. (Departure times may be photos at the Keeper of the Plains and then it’s back to the adjusted if the lighting of the Ring of Fire resumes) Enjoy patio of the Wichita Boathouse to enjoy a barbeque dinner desserts and light snacks afterwards. while relaxing to the sounds of soothing music. Date wichita.gov/cityartsDepart Date Depart Friday, July 9 8:45p Saturday, June 19 7:30p Saturday, August 14 8:15p Wednesday, June 23 7:30p Friday, August 27 8:00p Wednesday, July 14 7:30p Friday, July 30 7:15p Wednesday, August 11 7:15p For more information, visit us online Friday, September 3 6:45p at wichita.gov/RiverRecreation Wednesday, September 15 6:15p

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TONE AND SCULPT PR Gentle Kripalu Yoga PR Small Group Strength Training Ages 16+. 1 hr. Slow your roll! This class is appropriate for those who want a softer approach to yoga at a slow Ages 16+. 1 hr. Good things come in small packages! This and relaxing pace. Postures are held for an extended time small group format allows for more one-on-one attention allowing for deep stretches. This will also allow the focus with participants and a weekly progression of exercises to be on breathing and releasing tension so you leave keeps the class challenging, while allowing students to relaxed and rejuvenated. Students must be able to go up/ advance their levels. Students will receive guidance on down on the mat without assistance. proper and safe strength training techniques, including Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost core training. Class format includes timed exercise Orchard M. Hopkins 11 6/10 Th 4:15p $35 movements at thirty, one minute intervals. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost PR Yoga Orchard C. Cantayre 5 6/8 Tu 6:00p $25 Orchard C. Cantayre 5 6/10 Th 6:00p $25 Ages 16+. 1 hr. Stretch, breathe, focus, relax! Improve Orchard C. Cantayre 5 6/12 Sa 8:00a $25 health and posture and practice precision and alignment Orchard C. Cantayre 4 8/3 Tu 6:00p $20 by holding poses. Props may be used. Personal floor mats Orchard C. Cantayre 4 8/5 Th 6:00p $20 encouraged. Orchard C. Cantayre 4 8/7 Sa 8:00a $20 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Edgemoor K. Crouch 11 6/7 M 9:45a $35 hita! PR Weight Training for Women Boston H. Fischer 12 6/7 M 6:00p $38 a whole n Wic Edgemoor K. Crouch 12 6/9 W 9:45a $38 ure and ew wn Ages 18+. 1 hr. Develop a rock hard body in a non- dvent wa nto Edgemoor T. Pepper 10 6/10 Th 6:00p $32 iver a y ow intimidating environment! Challenge all your muscle iting r to e d Linwood Ellsaesser-Smith 11 6/16 W 5:30p $35 n exc experienc groups as you learn free weight exercises and the correct A technique for using weights. River Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Floatin’ River Linwood Staff 8 6/8 Tu 6:00p $25 Hobbies & Leisure Floatin’ Orchard C. Cantayre 5 6/12 Sa 9:15a $16 Orchard C. Cantayre 4 8/7 Sa 9:15a $13 COOKING YOGA PR A Taste of Mexico PR Chair Yoga Ages 16+. 1 hr. Delicioso! Make authentic Hispanic inspired dishes such as enchiladas, tacos, burritos, chile Ages 16+. 1 hr. Experience the same great yoga benefits verde, and pozole. You’ll be a hit at your next fiesta! Food of improved strength, flexibility and mobility, but with a is provided. Registration deadline is noon, the Thursday more gentle approach! This gentle form of Hatha Yoga prior to class. utilizes the chair to support modifications during seated Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost and standing postures and is ideal for those with balance Evergreen C. Howard 4 7/12 M 5:30p $25 issues and/or find it difficult to get up and down off the floor. PR Gluten-Free Cauliflower Entrees 1 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood Ellsaesser-Smith 9 6/14 M 5:30p $28 Ages 16+. 2 hr. Check out this hot new food trend! Learn to cook with this typically bland and boring vegetable and PR Kripalu Yoga see how it can morph into any flavor and texture. Plus, it’s gluten-free, low-calorie and loaded with protein! Students Ages 16+. 1 hr. Calm your mind! Hatha postures are will prepare cauliflower hash browns with roasted practiced gently with an emphasis on being present in tomato quiche, along with a pizza topped with parmesan your body and sustaining a flowing breath. Choose the sauce and diced chicken. Registration deadline is the intensity level that is right for you. Wednesday prior to class. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Beginner Boston C. Harmon 1 6/5 Sa 2:00p $29 Orchard M. Hopkins 11 6/8 Tu 5:30p $35 Advanced Beginner Orchard M. Hopkins 11 6/8 Tu 4:15p $35 Auburn Hills M. Hopkins 11 6/9 W 5:45p $35

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PR Gluten-Free Cauliflower Entrees 2 PR Deal Me In Ages 16+. 2 hr. Are you hungry for more? Students Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. Get hooked on cards! A deck of will prepare additional recipes made with gluten-free cards can lead to hours of entertainment and can be taken cauliflower. Recipes include gluten-free cauliflower anywhere. Learn the terminology, rules, scoring and card breadsticks and homemade pasta noodles, homemade etiquette. Then, practice those skills with fun group play. tomato pasta sauce, as well as a creamy low-fat Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost parmesan pasta sauce. Taking the Cauliflower Entrée 1 Pinochle class is not a prerequisite to this class and may be taken in Orchard D. Gray 4 6/10 Th 6:00p $22 any order. Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior to Rummy Orchard D. Gray 4 7/15 Th 6:00p $22 class. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Boston C. Harmon 1 6/19 Sa 2:00p $29 PR Horseshoes Ages 16+. 1 hr. It’s time to throw down with this classic PR Gluten-Free Savory Protein Snacks backyard summer game! Learn the proper technique Ages 16+. 2 hr. Satisfy those cravings, without sacrificing for holding and pitching horseshoes, rules and scoring. good health! Create homemade chicken sliders on a Strategies will be discussed while having fun playing the gluten-free cheesy bun, along with a gluten-free protein game. pizza using protein powder, instead of regular flour. These Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood Park C. Terrell 6 6/10 Th 6:00p $20 quick and easy snacks are a win-win as they are protein- rich and low in added sugar and calories. Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior to class. NEEDLE ARTS Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Boston C. Harmon 1 7/24 Sa 2:00p $29 PR Amigurumi Crochet Animals PR Gluten-Free Sweet Protein Treats Ages 16+. 3 hr. Practice the Japanese art of crocheting small, stuffed yarn creatures. Learn the necessary Ages 16+. 2 hr. Tired of drinking protein shakes every stitches, such as creating a circle using the magic morning? Learn to create some high protein food recipes ring technique, spirals, single crochet and increasing/ that will delight your taste buds and keep you feeling full decreasing. Students will learn to read a pattern to create until lunch. Make gluten-free vanilla fruit-filled protein basic shapes, along with how to join the parts together crepes and peanut butter and chocolate no bake protein seamlessly and decrease visible holes. bars, plus make protein packed cinnamon swirl cupcakes Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost made with protein powder instead of regular flour. Orchard N. Tran 3 8/14 Sa 9:00a $36 Registration deadline is the Wednesday prior to class. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Boston C. Harmon 1 7/10 Sa 2:00p $29

GAMES PR Croquet Ages 6+. 1 hr. 15 min. Keep the backyard tradition alive! You’ve seen the game of croquet, but do you really know how to play it? Learn proper technique for holding the mallet and striking the balls, along with rules, scoring, game play and strategies. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood Park C. Terrell 6 6/7 M 5:45p $25

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PR Crochet Basics BOXING Ages 12+. 3 hr. This class will have you in stitches! PR Boxing Basics I Learn tools, techniques, yarn selection and basic stitches ranging from simple to ornate. Create objects like coasters, Ages 15+. 45 min. Float like a butterfly, sting like a bee! dishcloths and flowers. Supplies provided. Learn proper techniques such as stance, jabs, power Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost punches, footwork, hooks and uppercuts. Also, learn Orchard N. Tran 3 6/12 Sa 9:00a $36 strategies to prepare for a match. This five-week, no- contact class features punching bags, speed bags and PR Crochet Dreamcatchers punching mitts. Boxing gloves are provided or bring your own. Ages 12+. 3 hr. So long bad dreams! Learn the Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost fundamentals and techniques of doily crochet stitches, Atwater N. Bumphus 6 6/7 M 6:45p $20 changing colors and adding decorations. Then, follow the Atwater N. Bumphus 6 6/9 W 5:30p $20 steps to create your own doily dreamcatcher. Atwater N. Bumphus 6 6/11 F 7:00p $20 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Orchard N. Tran 2 7/17 Sa 9:00a $24 PR Boxing Basics II Ages 15+. 45 min. Roll with the punches and take WATERCRAFT your boxing skills to the next level! Students will be challenged with more advanced non-contact techniques, PR Kayak Clinic combinations, strategies and footwork development through technical and situational drills. Conditioning Ages 10+. 1 hr. 30 min. Just go with the flow! This one- methods will also be ramped up. day kayak clinic will provide participants instructions Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost on kayak paddling techniques and maneuvering. Water Atwater N. Bumphus 6 6/7 M 6:00p $20 safety will also be discussed. Then, kick back and enjoy perfecting those paddling skills with a leisurely trip on the PR Kickboxing water at Watson Park. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 15+. 45 min. Get fighter-fit without getting hit! This Watson Park Staff 1 7/11 Su 10:30a $15 class is a combination of boxing, martial arts and cardio providing a total body workout. Learn proper technique for kicks and punches using bags, shields and mitts. Kick, jab, cross, hook and uppercut your way to improved balance, Sports flexibility, strength and endurance. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost ARCHERY Atwater N. Bumphus 6 6/8 Tu 6:45p $20 Atwater N. Bumphus 6 6/10 Th 6:30p $20 PR Archery (see page 25) PR Boxing - Private Lessons PR Archery Workshop (see page 25) Ages 16+. 30 min. One-on-one training is the fastest way to improve your boxing skills. Fee is $15 for a 30-minute private lesson. By appointment only. No online registration. Contact Lynette Woodard Recreation Center to register at 316-303-8015. No membership required.

FENCING PR Fencing - Intermediate Ages 13+. 1 hr. 30 min. Foiled again! This class is designed for students who have completed the beginning program (or have prior fencing experience) and are ready to improve their skills. Bouting will be introduced, along with other Italian fencing disciplines like Sabre, Epee and Sword & Dagger. Students must bring their own equipment, except for foils which are provided. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Edgemoor C. Holzman 12 6/11 F 6:30p $70 ADULTS 51 Be A Better You: Your guide to City of Wichita classes & activities

MARTIAL ARTS PICKLEBALL PR Chinese Internal Boxing PR Pickleball Introduction Ages 12+. 1 hr. 15 min. Go on the defensive! Learn Ages 18+. 1 hr. 30 min. You’ll relish Pickleball! This sport Chinese martial arts including boxing, kicking and self- is a combination of table tennis, badminton and tennis. defense. Must have completed Chinese Internal Boxing for Get introduced to the game, practice skills and hone your Self-Defense class, or receive instructor approval, before technique. Students needing a refresher course are also taking this intermediate level class. allowed. Equipment is provided. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood D. White 11 6/7 M 5:30p $35 Tennis Center Staff 4 6/7 M 6:30p $40 Boston Staff 4 6/9 W 5:30p $30 PR Chinese Internal Boxing for Self-Defense Tennis Center Staff 4 7/5 M 6:30p $40 Boston Staff 4 7/21 W 5:30p $30 Ages 12+. 1 hr. 15 min. Give yourself a fighting chance! Tennis Center Staff 4 8/2 M 6:30p $40 Learn to stop an attack so you can get away. This in- depth training uses slow, repetitive movements to teach PR Pickleball Open Drill throws, blocks, compliance, punches and kicks. Flexibility, Ages 18+. Times vary. For players with some experience stretching and strengthening exercises are also big who want to gain strategy guidance in Pickleball. The first components. Children ages 8-11 may enroll if registering half of class works on refining technique, while the second with a participating adult. half focuses on strategy. Fee is per visit. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood B. Welch 11 6/7 M 7:00p $35 1 hr. PR Japanese Swordsmanship Tennis Center Staff 13 6/7 M 6:30p $10 1 hr. 30 min. Ages 8+. 1 hr. 15 min. Learn the Japanese art of classical Tennis Center Staff 14 6/1 Tu 9:00a $15 sword fighting, made famous by Samurai warriors. Training in the art includes basic techniques on grip and PR Pickleball Open Play footwork, along with cutting and blocking techniques. Ages 18+. 2 hr. Calling all Pickleball lovers! Beginners to Focus on ritual and etiquette, forms and terminology in advanced players will get a workout and improve skills by Japanese will also be emphasized. dropping in for these quick, fast-paced pick-up games. Fee Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost is per visit. Woodard T. Lawson 5 6/12 Sa 11:30a $19 Woodard T. Lawson 5 7/24 Sa 11:30a $19 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Edgemoor None 14 6/1 Tu 1:00p $2 Evergreen None 9 6/1 Tu 6:30p $2 PR Self-Defense Workshop Tennis Center None 13 6/2 W 6:30p $5 Ages and times vary. Learn various techniques to use Tennis Center None 18 6/3 Th 9:00a $5 Edgemoor None 14 6/3 Th 1:00p $2 in response to an attack such as use of pressure points, Tennis Center None 13 6/4 F 6:00p $5 blocks, kicks and punches. Expect some hand-to-hand Edgemoor None 13 6/5 Sa 1:00p $2 contact while practicing these control methods. Edgemoor None 13 6/6 Su 1:00p $2 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Boston None 13 6/9 W 7:00p $2 Ages 6+. 3 hr. Linwood None 14 6/12 Sa 10:00a $2 Linwood T. Boyle 1 6/26 Sa 9:00a $14 McAdams None 16 8/2 M,Tu,Th,F 2:30p $2 Ages 8+. 2 hr. Evergreen K. Atchinson 1 7/17 Sa 10:00a $9

PR Sojutsu: Art of the Spear Ages 8+. 1 hr. This Japanese martial art teaches the art of fighting with a spear called a “yari.” Students will learn ICT Classic proper control, etiquette and use of the spear through Pickleball Tournament individual and paired drills. Japanese armor and use of the Shoto (short sword) will also be incorporated. June 12-13 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost $45 reg. fee & 1st event Woodard T. Lawson 5 6/12 Sa 1:00p $15 $5 for addition events PR Tae Kwon Do (see page 27) PickleballTournaments.com

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TENNIS PR Beginner Tennis Drill Ages 18+. Times vary. This drill is for new players with little or no tennis experience and emphasizes stroke production. Fee is per visit. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost 1 hr. Tennis Center Staff 13 6/2 W 6:30p $10 1 hr. 30 min. Tennis Center Staff 13 6/5 Sa 10:30a $15

PR Intermediate Tennis Drill Ages 18+. Times vary. For tennis players with some experience who want to gain strategy guidance. The first half of class works on refining technique, while the second half focuses on strategy. Some ability to rally is required. Fee is per visit. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost 1 hr. RALPH WULZ Tennis Center Staff 13 6/2 W 6:30p $10 1 hr. 30 min. Tennis Center Staff 13 6/5 Sa 10:30a $15 RIVERSIDE

PR Advanced Tennis Drill TENNIS CENTER Ages 18+. Times vary. Experienced tennis players will COURT RATES spend the first half of class focusing on stroke production, Reserve courts online or by phone up to seven while the second half is doubles strategy and patterns of days in advance. Cancellations must be made play. The ability to rally consistently is required. Fee is per 24 hours in advance for a refund. visit. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Outdoor Courts: Indoor Courts: 1 hr. $4/hr M-F (Open-5:00p); $18/hr M-F (Open-5:00p); Tennis Center Staff 13 6/2 W 7:30p $10 $8/hr M-F (5:00p-Close) $20/hr M-F (5:00p-Close) 1 hr. 30 min. and Sat & Sun (All Day) and Sat & Sun (All Day) Tennis Center Staff 13 6/5 Sa 9:00a $15

PR Coed Drop In Doubles Outdoor Tennis PICKLEBALL & TENNIS BALL MACHINES $3/30 min Ages 18+. 2 hr. Players of all levels can either call or arrive early to put their name on the play list for a night of round PRIVATE INSTRUCTION robin doubles play. Fee is per visit. Lead Instructor: Staff Instructor: Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Tennis Center None 14 5/31 M 6:30p $5 $48/hour for 1-2 people $40/hour for 1-2 people $62/hour for 3-4 people $54/hour for 3-4 people

HOURS OF OPERATION Hours may change due to programs and rentals ICT Classic Riverside Tennis Center Pickleball Tournament • Monday-Friday: 8:30a-9:30p outdoor pickleball courts • Saturday: 8:00a-5:00p June 12-13 • Sunday: 9:00a-6:00p $45 reg. fee & 1st event are now lighted & available $5 for addition events to rent well into the evening! PickleballTournaments.com

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PR Sand Volleyball Drop In (Coed) PR Mens Doubles Outdoor Tennis League Ages 18+. 3 hr. Join this self-officiated outdoor Ages 18+. 2 hr. Run as a flight league where you advance intermediate level drop-in league played on Watson Park’s based on your win-loss record from the previous week. sand courts. Proficiency in all skills and court strategy Staff reserves the right to adjust pairings as needed. required. No online registration. Fee is per visit. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Tennis Center None 4 6/3 Th 6:30p $36 Watson Park Staff 8 6/2 W 6:00p $5 Tennis Center None 5 7/1 Th 6:30p $45 Watson Park Staff 6 8/18 W 6:00p $5 Tennis Center None 4 8/5 Th 6:30p $36

PR Mens Singles Outdoor Tennis League PR Sand Volleyball League (Coed) Ages 18+. 2 hr. Run as a flight league where you advance Ages 18+. 3 hr. You just got served! This 6-on-6 self- based on your win-loss record from the previous week. officiated league is for beginning to competitive players Staff reserves the right to adjust pairings as needed. who are proficient in all skills and court strategy. An award is given to the first place team. A maximum of eight Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Tennis Center None 5 6/1 Tu 6:30p $45 are allowed on a roster and all players’ information is due Tennis Center None 4 7/6 Tu 6:30p $36 at registration. Call Watson Park if you are an individual Tennis Center None 5 8/3 Tu 6:30p $45 wishing to join a team. NOTE: Register three days prior to league start date to qualify for the early bird fee! The registration fee after that is $90. VOLLEYBALL Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Watson Park Staff 8 6/1 Tu 6:00p $60 PR Moonlight Madness Watson Park Staff 8 6/3 Th 6:00p $60 Sand Volleyball Tournament Watson Park Staff 6 8/17 Tu 6:00p $60 Watson Park Staff 6 8/19 Th 6:00p $60 Ages 18+. 6 hr. Enjoy this 6-on-6, coed sand tournament. Standard Watson Park rules apply and winning team PR Summer Slam members receive a t-shirt. Max roster of eight. No online Sand Volleyball Tournament registration; register directly at Watson. Fee is per team. Register early and pay only $120 until 6/20. Registration Ages 18+. 8 hr. It’s fun in the sun! Teams will enjoy this after that is $160. 6-on-6, coed sand tournament. Pool play is held in the Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost morning followed by single elimination bracket play in Watson Park Staff 2 6/25 F,Sa 6:00p $120 the afternoon, with all teams going to bracket. Standard Watson Park rules apply and winning team members receive a t-shirt. Max roster of eight. No online registration; register directly at Watson. Fee is per team. Register early by 7/15 and pay only $40. Registration after that is $70. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Watson Park Staff 1 7/31 Sa 8:00a $40

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PR Volleyball Drop In (Coed) PR Clogging Ages 16+. 2 hr. Enjoy intermediate level volleyball in a fun Ages 12+. 1 hr. Feel the beat in this high energy folk setting. Basic knowledge of court fundamentals and play dance! Learn to create audible rhythms with your feet. You is required. Fee is per visit. must provide your own clogging shoes. Contact Orchard Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Recreation Center for more information. McAdams Staff 8 7/12 M 5:00p $4 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Kiwanis Park J. Dawley 12 6/7 M 6:00p $46 Visual & PR Country Line Dance Ages 16+. 1 hr. Get your boots a scootin’! Learn the most Performing Arts popular dances such as the Tush Push and more. No partner required. A variety of music styles are used. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost DANCE Orchard J. Dawley 10 6/10 Th 6:30p $38 Orchard J. Dawley 10 6/10 Th 7:40p $38 PR Belly Dance Ages 16+. 1 hr. Shimmy your way into shape as you PR Folclorico (see page 29) isolate and work various body parts such as shoulders, chest and stomach. For beginners only. DRAWING AND PAINTING Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood J. Dansby 10 6/9 W 6:00p $38 CA Acrylic Painting PR Belly Dance Choreography Ages 14+. 2 hr. Learn to paint using various applications on a variety of surfaces. This class is mixed with beginners Ages 16+. 1 hr. The hips don’t lie! Experienced belly and more advanced students to provide a collaborative dancers will progress into advanced moves and belly work environment with positive feedback from peers, all dance choreography. Instructor approval required for this while exploring different methods of acrylic painting. advanced class. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts W. Fathi 6 6/5 Sa 10:00a $105 Linwood S. Shields 10 6/10 Th 7:00p $38 CityArts W. Fathi 6 6/10 Th 6:00p $105 CityArts W. Fathi 6 7/22 Th 6:00p $105 PR Belly Dance Combinations & Props CityArts W. Fathi 6 7/24 Sa 10:00a $105 Ages 16+. 1 hr. Take your skills to the next level with new dance steps in this intermediate class. Discover how to use PR Artistic Architecture props such as veils, canes and zils. Ages 16+. 1 hr. 15 min. Create realistic looking Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost structures! This class will focus on architecture drawing Linwood S. Shields 10 6/9 W 7:00p $38 fundamentals that include one, two and three point perspective along with proportions. Learn how to make PR Belly Dance Techniques architectural forms and elements such as, windows, doors, Ages 16+. 1 hr. It’s time to shake things up! You columns, stairs and roofs more accurate so they provide a understand the basics, now build off those fundamentals sense of depth and scale. learned in the beginning class. Learn next level steps Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood K. Carson 4 8/5 Th 7:15p $24 and how to make transitions into combinations such as walking, turning and overlaying steps. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood J. Dansby 10 6/10 Th 6:00p $38

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PR The Art of Color PR Landscape Drawing Ages 16+. 1 hr. 15 min. Boldly go where no color has Ages 16+. 1 hr. 15 min. Capture the essence of nature! gone before! Learn about the relationship of various Understand how to observe and record observations colors and how to use them more effectively in your art. about nature’s landscape to gain a new perspective for Students will be introduced to color selection, theory, creating art and then compose that visual idea on paper. matching and coordination, along with complimentary Techniques will be taught on drawing natural shapes colors. Apply these principles using a variety of mediums and formations such as trees, rocks, rivers, streams and and see how each medium combines differently to create mountains, along with shading to create contrast. varying effects. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood K. Carson 4 7/8 Th 7:15p $24 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood K. Carson 4 7/6 Tu 7:15p $24 CA Oil Painting CA Drawing Fundamentals Ages 16+. 2 hr. Learn how to get started in oil painting Ages 14+. 2 hr. This course develops students’ visual or improve and expand your current skills. You will gain awareness and understanding of the range of drawing the technical understanding of using oil paints in both a materials and techniques. Students will develop responses classic and modern way. to the visual environment employing varied stylistic and Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost technical approaches. Exercises will include still life, figure CityArts W. Fathi 6 6/5 Sa 12:45p $105 CityArts W. Fathi 6 7/24 Sa 12:45p $105 study, portrait, and cityscape (weather permitting). This class is also perfect for those just wanting to brush up on PR Painting with Acrylics past skills. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 13+. 2 hr. Express yourself with color! Beginners CityArts W. Fathi 6 6/10 Th 3:00p $105 will gain an understanding of brush styles, strokes, color- CityArts W. Fathi 6 7/22 Th 3:00p $105 mixing and working on textured surfaces. Intermediate students may participate and receive individual PR Drawing with Charcoal assistance. Supplies are provided. Ages 16+. 1 hr. 15 min. For once, smudges are good! Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Learn shading and smudging techniques using an eraser, Atwater C. Patterson 4 6/6 Su 4:00p $39 Atwater C. Patterson 4 7/11 Su 4:00p $39 cloths and fingers to create the illusion of depth and shadow. Supplies provided. PR Paint N Sip Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood K. Carson 4 6/8 Tu 7:15p $24 Ages 21+. 3 hr. Channel your inner Bob Ross! Kick back and enjoy and a fun-filled afternoon of paint, wine, CA Drawing with Pen and Ink snacks, music and laughter. Each month features a different image to paint and the instructor will guide you Ages 14+. 2 hr. Students will explore the possibilities step-by-step in creating your own acrylic masterpiece. of using pen and ink to create one of a kind drawings. No experience is necessary and all paint supplies are Drawings will be done from observation and materials provided. Enjoy a glass of wine that is provided. Held at such as photos. Park Villa Community Facility. Call McAdams Recreation Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts W. Fathi 6 6/8 Tu 3:00p $105 Center at (316) 337-9222 for more information. CityArts W. Fathi 6 7/20 Tu 3:00p $105 Theme Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Still Life C. Patton 1 6/13 Su 4:00p $35 Still Life C. Patton 1 6/27 Su 4:00p $35 PR Introduction to Drawing Flowers C. Patton 1 7/11 Su 4:00p $35 Ages 16+. 1 hr. 15 min. Draw with confidence! Use Flowers C. Patton 1 7/25 Su 4:00p $35 proper techniques to sketch lines, curves and geometric Sunset C. Patton 1 8/8 Su 4:00p $35 Sunset C. Patton 1 8/22 Su 4:00p $35 shapes. Bring drawings to life with the use of shadows, shading, texture and perspective. All supplies are PR Pastels provided. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 16+. 1 hr. 15 min. Color your world! Discover the Linwood K. Carson 4 6/10 Th 7:15p $24 joy of this rich and colorful medium by learning how to apply, layer, blend and combine pastel colors. Supplies are provided. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood K. Carson 4 8/3 Tu 7:15p $24

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Discover Your Creativity!

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CA Plein-Air Painting Ages 16+. 3 hr. Come enjoy some time outside with Plein Air in the Square! Plein air is a 19th century style of painting outdoors, with a strong sense of the open air, that became a central feature of French impressionism. Bring a blanket to sit on, and a creative mind! This class is for beginners, as well as advanced students wanting to brush up on their skills. We will be using watercolor, or acrylic, and all supplies will be provided. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts S. Dyer 1 6/5 Sa 10:00a $40 CityArts S. Dyer 1 6/25 F 9:30a $40 CityArts S. Dyer 1 7/10 Sa 10:00a $40 CityArts S. Dyer 1 7/24 Sa 10:00a $40 CityArts S. Dyer 1 8/7 Sa 10:00a $40 CityArts S. Dyer 1 8/20 F 9:30a $40

CA Watercolor Painting Ages 14+. 2 hr. Learn the basic techniques of watercolor painting, including flat and graded wash, wet-onto-wet and glazing. Various elements of design will also be covered. This class is designed for a beginner or someone wanting to brush up on their skills. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts W. Fathi 6 6/8 Tu 6:00p $105 CityArts W. Fathi 6 7/20 Tu 6:00p $105

GLASS CA Glass Bead Making Ages 16+. 1 hr. 30 min. In this class, students will learn the basics of this ancient art form using glass rods and torches. A variety of techniques will be discussed. All supplies included. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts Buettgenbach 3 6/11 F 1:00p $65 CityArts Buettgenbach 3 7/9 F 1:00p $65 CityArts Buettgenbach 3 8/6 F 1:00p $65 Glass CA Glassblowing - Paper Weights Ages 16+. 2 hr. Perfect for the beginner wanting to learn more about glassblowing. Learn how to navigate through the glassblowing process and create a paperweight, the Fusing starting point for future glassblowing projects. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts Gary/Doug 1 6/12 Sa 9:30a $50 CityArts Zach/Ethan 1 6/26 Sa 9:30a $50 CityArts Aaron/Kelly 1 7/10 Sa 9:30a $50 Classes CityArts Gary/Chad 1 7/24 Sa 9:30a $50

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CA Kiln Work: Glass Fusing INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC Ages 12+. 2 hr. 30 min. Using System 96 glass, you will PR Drums - Private Lessons learn the fundamentals of glass fusing and work to design and create jewelry, tiles, slump dishes, plates, wind chimes Ages 16+. 30 min. Feel the beat! Learn proper grip, and other items. Information on fusible glass, design, use stroke technique, rhythms, patterns and different of color, mold prep, fusing and more will be available. drumming styles on snare drum and a drum kit. No online Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost registration. Contact Lynette Woodard Recreation Center CityArts J. McGregor 4 6/8 Tu 6:00p $80 at 316-303-8015 to schedule and register. Fee is $15 per CityArts J. McGregor 4 6/9 W 6:00p $80 30-minute lesson. CityArts J. McGregor 4 7/6 Tu 6:00p $80 CityArts J. McGregor 4 7/7 W 6:00p $80 PR Guitar CityArts J. McGregor 4 8/3 Tu 6:00p $80 CityArts J. McGregor 4 8/4 W 6:00p $80 Ages 16+. 1 hr. Strum your heart out! Learn guitar basics including tuning, strumming chords, understanding guitar CA Kiln Work: Glass Fusing - charts, tablature and reading music. Students must bring Large Slumped Dish own guitar. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 12+. 2 hr. 30 min. Students will walk away Linwood Staff 8 6/8 Tu 7:30p $33 with 8-10” slumped bowl or plate. Colors, designs and techniques will be discussed. This workshop is great for a PR Piano - Private Lessons family, couple or just by yourself. Ages 16+. 30 min. Let your fingers do the walking! Begin Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts J. McGregor 1 6/27 Su 1:00p $50 with the foundations of piano including notes, chords, CityArts J. McGregor 1 7/25 Su 1:00p $50 staff, rhythm, phrasing and dynamics. Purchase of CityArts J. McGregor 1 8/29 Su 1:00p $50 selected piano book required after first session. No online registration. Contact Lynette Woodard Recreation Center CA Kiln Work: Glass Fusing - at 316-303-8015 to schedule and register. Fee is $15 per Tiles and Sun 30-minute lesson. Ages 12+. 2 hr. 30 min. There are endless possibilities in glass fusing. From jewelry to wind chimes to slumped MIXED MEDIA dishes. In this one day workshop, students will get the chance to make a 6”x 6” fused glass tile or sun . CA Art Seekers Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 16+. 2 hr. This class is for all artists who create CityArts J. McGregor 1 6/13 Su 1:00p $35 on paper and/or canvas. You will be able to work in your CityArts J. McGregor 1 7/18 Su 1:00p $35 CityArts J. McGregor 1 8/22 Su 1:00p $35 preferred medium/method and learn about others. Plan to learn and collaborate with other artists! A variety of CA Kiln Work: Glass Fusing - Sushi Dish Set products and techniques will be demonstrated. Each student should bring their preferred supplies to work with. Ages 12+. 2 hr. 30 min. In this one day workshop, Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost students will create their own unique 3-piece sushi dish CityArts C. Patterson 4 6/5 Sa 1:00p $70 set. The set will include a long serving dish and two side plates. All supplies included. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts J. McGregor 1 6/6 Su 1:00p $55 POTTERY AND SCULPTURE CityArts J. McGregor 1 7/11 Su 1:00p $55 CityArts J. McGregor 1 8/15 Su 1:00p $55 CA Bud Vase Ages 10+. 2 hr. 30 min. In this two day workshop, students enrolled in this class will learn basic coil & slab building techniques to design and create a small handmade vase for fresh blooms. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts A. Rangel 2 7/11 Su 2:30p $40

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CA Furry Friend Impressions CA Slab Built Mug Ages 14+. 2 hr. Bring your pet in to create something Ages 10+. 2 hr. 30 min. In this two day workshop, that will last a lifetime! Press your pets paw into clay and students enrolled in this class will learn how to slab build create a frame around it to hang on the wall. Furry Friends to make a unique & functional ceramic mug. must be accompanied by their human. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts A. Rangel 2 6/6 Su 2:30p $40 CityArts A. Rangel 1 6/19 Sa 12:00p $25 CityArts A. Rangel 1 7/24 Sa 12:00p $25 SILVERSMITHING CA Ocarina (Ceramic Whistle) CA Textured Sterling Ring Band Ages 10+. 2 hr. 30 min. In this one day workshop, Ages 16+. 2 hr. 30 min. In this one day workshop, students will learn a brief history of the Ocarina and students will learn to size a ring, texture sterling silver, instructions on how to build their own. solder, shape and finish a band ring. All supplies included. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts A. Rangel 1 6/27 Su 2:30p $25 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts E. Baldridge 1 6/6 Su 1:00p $35 CityArts E. Baldridge 1 6/27 Su 1:00p $35 CA Pottery - All Levels CityArts E. Baldridge 1 7/11 Su 1:00p $35 Ages 16+. 2 hr. 30 min. In this fun and lively class, you CityArts E. Baldridge 1 8/1 Su 1:00p $35 CityArts E. Baldridge 1 8/22 Su 1:00p $35 will learn basic throwing techniques for the potter’s wheel along with glazing and firing. Advanced students will be CA Silversmithing encouraged to attempt more difficult projects, such as complex forms and multi-piece throwing. Students may Ages 16+. 2 hr. 30 min. In our versatile metalsmithing complete class projects or pursue special interests. studio, we offer experiences in jewelry fabrication (sawing, Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost soldering and stone setting), lost wax casting (centrifugal), CityArts J. Rincones 6 6/8 Tu 2:00p $105 forging, forming, enameling and lapidary. The purchase CityArts J. Rincones 6 6/8 Tu 6:00p $105 of silver and stones will be discussed during the first CityArts A. Rangel 6 6/9 W 6:00p $105 class (approx. $30 per project). Sheet copper available in CityArts J. Rincones 6 6/10 Th 2:00p $105 CityArts J. Rincones 6 6/10 Th 6:00p $105 different sizes is available for purchase at the front desk. CityArts J. Rincones 6 7/20 Tu 2:00p $105 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts J. Rincones 6 7/20 Tu 6:00p $105 CityArts K. Fathi 6 6/5 Sa 1:00p $105 CityArts Staff 6 7/21 W 6:00p $105 CityArts K. Fathi 6 6/7 M 6:00p $105 CityArts J. Rincones 6 7/22 Th 2:00p $105 CityArts E. Baldridge 6 6/8 Tu 6:00p $105 CityArts J. Rincones 6 7/22 Th 6:00p $105 CityArts K. Fathi 6 6/9 W 1:00p $105 CityArts E. Baldridge 6 6/9 W 6:00p $105 CityArts K. Fathi 6 6/10 Th 1:00p $105 CA Pottery - Advanced CityArts E. Baldridge 6 6/11 F 1:00p $105 Ages 16+. 2 hr. 30 min. In this pottery class, learn CityArts E. Baldridge 6 7/20 Tu 6:00p $105 advanced techniques in throwing, glazing and decorating. CityArts K. Fathi 6 7/21 W 1:00p $105 CityArts E. Baldridge 6 7/21 W 6:00p $105 You must be able to center your clay and throw a simple CityArts K. Fathi 6 7/22 Th 1:00p $105 cylinder and bowl. CityArts E. Baldridge 6 7/23 F 1:00p $105 Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CityArts K. Fathi 6 7/24 Sa 1:00p $105 CityArts M. Drouin 6 6/5 Sa 10:00a $105 CityArts K. Fathi 6 7/26 M 6:00p $105 CityArts M. Drouin 6 7/24 Sa 10:00a $105

60 ADULTS CA CITYARTS PR PARK & RECREATION L WICHITA PUBLIC L IBRARY SUMMER 2021 ACTIVE ADULTS Fitness, Health & Wellness Community Education CARDIO SENIOR WEDNESDAY PR Zumba Gold® L Exploring the Architecture of Kansas Ages 55+. 45 min. This class is as much fun as regular ® Ages 55+. 1 hr. Explore Kansas architecture with Marci Zumba , but not as intense! Get inspired by the Latin ® Penner and WenDee Rowe, authors of “The Kansas rhythms and music with easy Zumba choreography that Guide Book 2 for Explorers” and organizers of the focuses on balance, range of motion and coordination. Kansas Sampler Foundation. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit Enjoy the calorie and fat burning effects of the aerobic wichitalibrary.org/events to register. activity, along with getting a total body workout. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Online Presenter 1 6/9 W 1:30p FREE Fee is per visit McAdams D. Colborn 14 6/1 Tu 11:30a $4 American Radio Fee is per session L Evergreen R. Jackson 10 6/8 Tu 6:45p $24 Ages 55+. 1 hr. Radio’s rich history stretches from the Golden Age of the 20s to the age of satellite radio and beyond. Join us as we experience the sweep of American TONE AND SCULPT radio history through a local lens. Call (316) 261-8500 or PR Forever Fit visit wichitalibrary.org/events to register. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Ages 55+. 45 min. A low impact fitness class which Online Presenter 1 8/11 W 1:30p FREE promotes increased strength, range of movement, balance and flexibility with the use of hand-held weights and L Opera Kansas elastic tubing with handles. Ages 55+. 1 hr. Join Opera Kansas and the winning Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Edgemoor A. Nicholson 12 6/8 Tu 9:00a $28 composers of the most recent Zepick Modern Opera Edgemoor K. Philip 12 6/11 F 9:00a $28 Competition, “Staggerwing” featuring an interview with composer Lisa DeSpain and librettist Rachel J. Peters and PR Stretch & Tone music from the new show that highlights the true story of the harrowing adventures of female aviators Louise Ages 55+. 45 min. Get energized! This class combines Thaden and Blanche Noyse in their efforts to complete core-building exercises and deep stretching movements the 1936 Bendix Trophy Race. Call (316) 261-8500 or visit for a low-key way to improve muscle tone and flexibility. wichitalibrary.org/events to register. It’s the right amount of muscle burn, while intermittent Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost stretches and deep breathing help eliminate stress. Online Presenter 1 7/14 W 1:30p FREE Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Linwood K. Harris 11 6/7 M 9:00a $26 Linwood K. Harris 12 6/10 Th 9:00a $28

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YOGA 3 EASY WAYS TO REGISTER PR Gentle Yoga Ages 55+. 1 hr. No pretzels or headstands here! This gentle and slower paced yoga class includes simple VISIT wichita.gov/Evolve to search for movements sitting in a chair or using it for support. programs and to register online using Visa or Variations are shown for different abilities or needs. MasterCard. Improve breathing, balance and self-awareness. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost CALL the facility where the program is held and Linwood Ellsaesser-Smith 11 6/16 W 9:00a $35 register by phone using Visa or MasterCard. Linwood Ellsaesser-Smith 11 6/18 F 9:00a $35 WALK-IN and register in person using Cash, Check, Visa or MasterCard. Hours vary by Sports location. Call location for hours of operation. PICKLEBALL PR Pickleball Open Play Ages 55+. 2 hr. Calling all Pickleball lovers! Beginners to Register Early! advanced players will get a workout and improve skills by Decisions affecting classes are made in advance, dropping in for these quick, fast-paced pick-up games. Fee so register early to secure your spot or to prevent is per visit. an unnecessary class cancellation. Keep a record Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost of the dates and times of your registered classes, Linwood None 28 6/8 Tu,Th 8:30a $2 as reminders are not sent.

TENNIS Class Cancellations Students will be notified by email and/or phone PR Drop In Doubles Indoor Tennis if a class is cancelled by the City of Wichita due Ages 55+. 1 hr. 30 min. Tennis is the best medicine! to low enrollment or unexpected circumstances. Players of all levels will enjoy recreational games. Call Students may choose to receive a full refund, ahead or arrive early to register. Fee is per visit. account credit or transfer to another program. Location Instructor Classes Begins Day Time Cost Tennis Center None 14 6/1 Tu 1:30p $5 Withdrawal Requests Tennis Center None 13 6/3 Th 1:30p $5 Students needing to withdraw from a program must do so at least 24 hours in advance of the class to be considered for a full refund. Contact CityArts at (316) 350-3245 or Park & Recreation at (316) 268-4192 for specific department withdrawal procedures and refund policies.

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Art Start Tuesdays from 10:30–11:30 am or 1:30–2:30 pm FREE program for children ages 3 to 5 with an adult. Come engage with art, imagine, and learn together. Register at wichitaartmuseum.org/artstart.

Friends of the Wichita Art Museum

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Pools & splash pads are opening for the 2021 season!

Get excited to play in the NEW water playgrounds and newly renovated swimming pools this summer! For more information about pool passes, swimming lessons and locations visit the Aquatics page wichita.gov/aquatics