Community Centers Laurelhurst Magnuson

COMMUNITY CENTERS LAURELHURST MAGNUSON MEADOWBROOK MILLER MONTLAKE NORTHGATE RAVENNA-ECKSTEIN POOLS HELENE MADISON MEADOWBROOK Dear friend of Seattle Parks and Recreation, The leaves are falling, there’s a crispness in the air, and the I hope you’ll join us this fall, whether it’s to play a sport, take a class, ground is wetter, all clear signs that summer has ended and rent a facility, start swimming, learn about the environment, or the fall season has offi cially arrived! But don’t let the cooler sign your child or teen up for a fun activity. And remember, we’re weather and darker skies prevent you from continuing to enjoy all about healthy people, healthy parks and strong communities. our 485 parks and countless recreational off erings! Throw on a sweater and welcome the season of changing colors with a We’re working hard to increase access for everyone, and we’ll be hike, recreation class, or community activity. coming to you for feedback through surveys and evaluations as we strive to serve you better. I’m pleased to report that we at Seattle Parks and Recreation (SPR) are utilizing Seattle Park District funds to do our best for Follow us at @SeattleParks on Twitter and Facebook to learn Seattle’s community and park spaces. Through this generous more about what makes our parks and community centers so support from Seattle taxpayers we have been able to get great! And let us know what you love and how we can improve! new recreation programs up and running, provide additional maintenance to parks and community centers, and give you Thank you and enjoy our wonderful parks and recreation system! more of what you love about Seattle’s parks. Sincerely, Jesús Aguirre, Superintendent

BEST CHOICE Stop by your local community center to register for programs REGISTER and meet the staff . Take a peek at the recreation center and the program space. Staff welcomes face-to-face interaction! Please AUGUST 8 note hours of operation, as they vary across community centers. Seattle Parks and Recreation FIRST CHOICE is pleased to off er several Online registration using the SPARC system by going to options to register for seattle.gov/parks and clicking on SPARC. Please note that you will need to set up an account prior to having access programs and activities. to the online SPARC system. This may take up to a week to We hope our registration process. We do our best to set up accounts for registration within 48 hours. options listed on this page will guide you to a choice SECOND CHOICE that works best for you. While Call your local recreation center during our hours of operation at the phone number listed at: seattle.gov/parks/centers.asp. All some of our Community staff can assist you with registration during their operating hours Centers continue to operate listed on their home page linked from the above web address. on limited hours and with THIRD CHOICE limited staff , we ask for your Register by phone with our Business Service Center at patience and understanding if 206-684-5177. The Business Service Center is open Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.. Questions may we are not able to respond as be emailed to [email protected]. quickly as you may expect. Thank you for your continued FOURTH CHOICE Mail in or drop off registration requests with payments and/ support of Seattle Parks and or required forms to your local community center. For the Recreation. address of your local community center, please visit: seattle.gov/parks/centers.asp. 2 | FALL 2017 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Dear friend of Seattle Parks and Recreation, The leaves are falling, there’s a crispness in the air, and the I hope you’ll join us this fall, whether it’s to play a sport, take a class, CITY WIDE ATHLETICS 18-19 ground is wetter, all clear signs that summer has ended and rent a facility, start swimming, learn about the environment, or IN THIS BROCHURE: the fall season has offi cially arrived! But don’t let the cooler sign your child or teen up for a fun activity. And remember, we’re DROP IN 12-16 weather and darker skies prevent you from continuing to enjoy all about healthy people, healthy parks and strong communities. SPECIAL EVENTS 6-11 our 485 parks and countless recreational off erings! Throw on a sweater and welcome the season of changing colors with a We’re working hard to increase access for everyone, and we’ll be POOLS 60-61 hike, recreation class, or community activity. coming to you for feedback through surveys and evaluations as we strive to serve you better. PRESCHOOL 20 I’m pleased to report that we at Seattle Parks and Recreation 20 49 (SPR) are utilizing Seattle Park District funds to do our best for Follow us at @SeattleParks on Twitter and Facebook to learn REGISTRATION INFORMATION 63 Seattle’s community and park spaces. Through this generous more about what makes our parks and community centers so RENTAL INFO 62 support from Seattle taxpayers we have been able to get great! And let us know what you love and how we can improve! NEW PROGRAMS FREE PROGRAMS new recreation programs up and running, provide additional SCHOOL AGE CARE 21-22 maintenance to parks and community centers, and give you Thank you and enjoy our wonderful parks and recreation system! WE ALSO HAVE YOUR FAVORITE DANCE, TENNIS, more of what you love about Seattle’s parks. LAURELHURST 24-28 Sincerely, POTTERY, BASKETBALL, KARATE, ART, SOCCER, YOGA, Tots 25 Jesús Aguirre, Superintendent AND PIANO CLASSES AND SO MUCH MORE AT YOUR Youth 26 LOCAL COMMUNITY CENTER! Adult 27 MAGNUSON 29-33 INTERESTED IN TEACHING A CLASS OR WORKSHOP Tot 30 AT SEATTLE COMMUNITY CENTERS? Youth 30 Please contact the following Assistant Recreation Coordinator with your Teens 31 programming idea(s) for Northeast Seattle. Adult 31 Kylie Helmuth: [email protected] BEST CHOICE Thomas Hargrave: [email protected] MEADOWBROOK 34-39 Stop by your local community center to register for programs Heather Harlow: [email protected] Tots 36 and meet the staff . Take a peek at the recreation center and the REGISTER Jacqueline Oaksford: [email protected] Youth 36 program space. Staff welcomes face-to-face interaction! Please Classes are scheduled approximately six months in advance. AUGUST 8 note hours of operation, as they vary across community centers. Adult 38 MILLER 40-42 Seattle Parks and Recreation FIRST CHOICE is pleased to off er several Online registration using the SPARC system by going to Tots 41 Youth 42 options to register for seattle.gov/parks and clicking on SPARC. Please note that you will need to set up an account prior to having access Teens 42 programs and activities. to the online SPARC system. This may take up to a week to MONTLAKE 43-48 We hope our registration process. We do our best to set up accounts for registration within 48 hours. Tots 45 options listed on this page Youth 45 will guide you to a choice SECOND CHOICE Teens 46 that works best for you. While Call your local recreation center during our hours of operation at Adult 47 the phone number listed at: seattle.gov/parks/centers.asp. All some of our Community staff can assist you with registration during their operating hours NORTHGATE 49-52 Centers continue to operate listed on their home page linked from the above web address. Tots 50 on limited hours and with Youth 50 THIRD CHOICE Teens 51 limited staff , we ask for your Register by phone with our Business Service Center at Adult 52 patience and understanding if 206-684-5177. The Business Service Center is open Monday through Friday between 8:30 a.m. and 6 p.m.. Questions may RAV-ECK 53-59 we are not able to respond as be emailed to [email protected]. Tots 54 quickly as you may expect. Youth 55 Thank you for your continued FOURTH CHOICE Teens 58 Mail in or drop off registration requests with payments and/ Adult 59 support of Seattle Parks and or required forms to your local community center. For the Recreation. address of your local community center, please visit: Multi-generational 59 seattle.gov/parks/centers.asp. register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2017 | 3 GENERAL INFO LAURELHURST C. C. MILLER C. C. CLOSURES 4554 NE 41st St. / Seattle WA 98105 330 19th Ave. E/ Seattle WA 98122 9/4, Mon Labor Day PH: 206-684-7529 Fax: 206-522-6029 PH: 206-684-4753 11/10, Fri Veterans' Day Observed 11/23-11/24 Thanksgiving HOURS HOURS 12/25, Mon Christmas Day 12/16-12/23: MAINTENANCE CLOSURE 9/9-9/17: MAINTENANCE CLOSURE 1/1/18, Mon New Year's Day Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Mon/Wed/Fri Noon-8 p.m. Sat/Sun (available for rentals) Closed Tue/Thu 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Sat/Sun Closed MAGNUSON C. C. PARKS MANAGEMENT 7110 62nd Ave. NE / Seattle WA 98115 MONTLAKE C. C. Jesús Aguirre, Superintendent PH: 206-684-7026 1618 E Calhoun St. / Seattle WA 98112 Christopher Williams, Deputy Superintendent PH: 206-684-4736 Fax: 206-233-7140 Kelly Guy, Recreation Director HOURS Katie Gray, Deputy Recreation Director Mon-Wed 2-9 p.m. HOURS TBD, Aquatics Manager Thursday 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Mon/Wed 11 a.m.-8:30 p.m. Karl Fields, Recreation Manager Friday 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Tue/Thu 3-8 p.m. Saturday 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sunday Closed Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Late Night (ages 13-19 only): Sunday Closed COORDINATORS Fri 6:30-11 p.m. Gary Alexander, Northgate CC NORTHGATE C. C. [email protected] MEADOWBROOK C. C. 10510 5th Ave. NE / Seattle WA 98125 Peter Brodkin, Madison Pool 10517 35th Ave. NE / Seattle WA 98125 PH: 206-386-4283 [email protected] PH: 206-684-7522 Cara Brown, Laurelhurst CC HOURS [email protected] HOURS Mon/Fri 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Timothy Ewings, Ravenna-Eckstein CC Mon-Fri 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Tue/Thu 10 a.m.-8 p.m. [email protected] Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Wednesday 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Delia Flores, Miller CC Sunday Closed Sat/Sun (available for rentals) Closed [email protected] Marc Hoffman, Magnuson CC MEADOWBROOK TEEN LIFE CENTER RAVENNA-ECKSTEIN C. C. [email protected] 10750 30th Ave. NE / Seattle WA 98125 6535 Ravenna Ave. NE / Seattle WA 98115 Darin Olsen, Montlake CC PH: 206-684-7523 PH: 206-684-7534 Fax: 206-233-3973 [email protected] Ryan Spencer, Meadowbrook CC HOURS HOURS [email protected] Sun/Mon Closed Mon-Fri 12:30-8:30 p.m. Janet Wilson, Meadowbrook Pool Tue-Thu 2:30-8 p.m. Saturday 9 a.m.-2 p.m. [email protected] Friday 2:30 p.m.-Midnight Sun (available for rentals) Closed Saturday 5 p.m.-Midnight

HELENE MADISON POOL ASSISTANT COORDINATORS 13401 Meridian Ave. N/Seattle, 98133 Thomas Hargrave PH: 206-684-4979 [email protected] DISCLAIMER NOTE: Although we strive to Heather Harlow be accurate, this brochure is published for MEADOWBROOK POOL [email protected] information purposes only. Changes may 10515 35th Ave. NE / Seattle, 98125 Kylie Helmuth be necessary to the content depending PH: 206-684-4989 [email protected] on levels of participation or other factors, Meadowbrook pool will be closed Jacqueline Oaksford and fees may change after City Council for maintenance 8/7- mid-octomber. [email protected] action on the City budget each year. Please Please visit Meadowbrook Pool's visit www.seattle.gov/parks for updated facebook page for updates. information.

4 | FALL 2017 | register online at seattle.gov/parks 5 | FALL 2017 FALL . For more information, go to www. to go information, more For . For 41 years, Associated the Recreation 41 For provided has recreation, (ARC) Council community- and programs learning lifelong driven leadership in partnership with Seattle Parks and Recreation. With a goal of register online at seattle.gov/parks | seattle.gov/parks at register online JOIN US! directionCitizen our success. to and participation essential is meetingsMonthly held talk about are to programs, policies, issues. lookingare Our advisory always and financial councils please getfor members. new involved, to like would If you contact facility the staff for furtherinformation. ASSOCIATED RECREATION COUNCIL RECREATION ASSOCIATED ADVISORYYOUR COUNCIL Most workshops, classes, sports and swim programs, special and facility funded events are localthe rentals through advisory from City than rather council, Seattle of budgets. Revenues programgenerated fees through offsetcostsmaketo program rely on also participation,these activities We self-sustaining. upgrade and maintain to contributions and donations, equipment. Advisory council members scholarship create fundraising other and writing grant opportunities through activities. arcseattle.org. providing equitable access to citywide to equitableproviding access programs for Seattle ages, works ARC all of residents volunteer 36 through “building of Advisory fulfill itsmission to Councils engagement and participation citizen community through a 501c3 is ARC and lifelong recreation programs.” learning in organization nonprofit 3 GENERAL INFO 1 4

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THEATER FOR YOUNG CHILDREN FRIDAY FAMILY FUN NIGHTS Ages 2½-10 FREE! All Ages FREE! Theater for Young Children shows are brought Grab your family and friends, and come on down to you through a partnership between Sweet Pea Cottage to the Community Center! Light snacks and entertainment will Enterprises and Seattle Parks and Recreation. We will be be provided. performing free theater in your community centers during fall Location: Ravenna-Eckstein CC and winter. Check out our plays and performance locations END OF SUMMER BBQ below! 9/22 Fri 6-8 p.m. SCARY MOVIE NIGHT (FAMILY FRIENDLY) HANSEL AND GRETEL AND SCAREDY SQUIRREL 10/27 Fri 6:30-8:30 p.m. Join us for a silly rendition of the classic Grimm Brothers’ BUILD IT NIGHT (PUZZLES, LEGO, AND fairy tale and practice finding your bravest, boldest self with IMAGINATION PLAYGROUND, OH MY!) everyone’s favorite warrior, Scaredy Squirrel. 12/1 Fri 6-8 p.m. Location: Greenlake CC 10/6 Fri 11:15 a.m. MOVIE NIGHT Location: Northgate CC All Ages 10/13 Fri 12:15 p.m. Join us for dinner and a movie! Movies will be chosen about a Location: Belltown CC month before the showing. Check us out on Facebook to stay 11/3 Fri 11:15 a.m. up to date! Location: Loyal Heights CC Location: Northgate CC 11/17 Fri 11:15 a.m. 9/29 Fri 5:15-7 p.m. $3/meal 11/17 Fri 5:15-7 p.m. $3/meal THE GINGERBREAD MAN Run, run, as fast as you can. You can't catch me! Come see a PARENTS NIGHT OUT crazy cast of characters try to catch this tricky cookie. He thinks Ages 5-12 he’s so clever, but little does he know that he soon will meet the Drop your kids off for a night of pizza, gym games, movies, and animal that will out-fox him. fun while you enjoy a night on the town. Space is limited so Location: Bitterlake CC please register early. Call us, 206-684-4736 to reserve a spot 12/6 Wed 11:15 a.m. and get more information. Location: Loyal Heights CC Location: Montlake CC 12/15 Fri 11:15 a.m. 9/29 Fri 5:30-8:30 p.m. $25 Location: Greenlake CC 10/20 Fri 5:30-8:30 p.m. $25 1/19 Fri 11:15 a.m. 12/8 Fri 5:30-8:30 p.m. $25 Location: Belltown CC 1/26 Fri 11:15 a.m. THIRD SATURDAY CONTRA DANCE Ages 11 and older Come join your neighbors for a fun time contra dancing: the American dance that’s energetic and easy, with moves similar to square dancing. There’s live music and all dances are taught during the first half hour. And you don’t need to bring a partner. Location: Ravenna-Eckstein CC 9/16 Sat 7-10 p.m. $10 10/21 Sat 7-10 p.m. $10 11/18 Sat 7-10 p.m. $10 12/16 Sat 7-10 p.m. $10

6 | FALL 2017 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. SPECIAL EVENTS ÌÌSPECIAL EVENTS

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LAURELHURST SALMON BAKE All Ages The tradition continues! Join your community and neighbors for our annual Salmon Bake and family fun in the park! Come celebrate summer while enjoying a delicious dinner, dancing, and carnival games for the kids at this fun tradition in the Laurelhurst neighborhood! This event is brought to you by Laurelhurst Community Center, Life Long Recreation, Specialized Programs staff, and volunteers and in partnership with special community businesses such as Metropolitan Market, Era Living, and Chef Melissa Maxwell, owner of Eat Well Seattle. Location: Laurelhurst Park 9/7 Thu 5:30-8 p.m. Menu and food prices TBD SCHOLARSHIP NIGHT OPEN HOUSE, APPLE SQUEEZE, All Ages FREE! AND FAMILY HIP POP FREE! Seattle Parks and Recreation offers scholarships DANCE PARTY for programs and activities that we offer. Scholarships are All Ages based on income and family size. Income and dependency Celebrate the colors of fall and its juicy harvest! We’re going to documentation are required—please bring your 2016 tax make fresh apple juice with an apple press. Come meet some of forms with you to this event or other income documentation. our instructors, observe class demonstrations, and enjoy light Approval can be done on site, so you can register for classes refreshments. Join the family dance party! Parents, dance with right away. your children to classic and current pop and hip hop music. Location: Miller CC Easy to follow choreography and a few dancing games will 9/13 Wed 4:30-7 p.m. guarantee a fun time to be had by all. Please wear comfortable Location: Montlake CC sneakers and bring a water bottle. 9/13 Wed 4:30-7 p.m. Location: Ravenna-Eckstein CC 9/8 Fri 6-8 p.m. TOT TROT TO FALL Ages 2-5 BACK TO SCHOOL BBQ Can you catch the rabbit? Race packet pick-up starts at 6 p.m. All Ages FREE! Packets will include a shirt, a racing number, and fruit snacks. School’s back in session but it’s not too late for an Cross the finish line to receive your ribbon and everyone wins! end-of-summer BBQ featuring, games, arts and crafts, and of Pre-registration required. Instructor: Denise Bailey. course, good food! Location: Ravenna-Eckstein CC Location: Miller CC 9/25 Mon 6 p.m. $12 9/13 Wed 3-6 p.m. Location: Montlake CC 9/13 Wed 3-6 p.m.

Ì ÌOCTOBER 2017 AFRICAN DRUMMING, HARVEST FESTIVAL DANCE, AND SONG DAY FREE! All Ages FREE! All Ages Celebrate the Fall Harvest with your community Bring the whole family for a family cultural arts day! Kouyate and enjoy freshly pressed apple juice and $5 PONY RIDES! Arts comes to you to inspire you with West African drumming, Location: Meadowbrook Parking Lot dancing, and song! Get up and dance with the drums, provide a 10/6 Fri 5-7 p.m. drum beat for dancers, or simply watch and enjoy! Kouyate Arts Pony Rides $5 will provide traditional drums and feel free to bring your own drum or instrument! SCARECROW MINI FEST Location: Magnuson CC All Ages FREE! 10/14 Sat 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Our Scarecrow Mini Fest features live music, scavenger hunt in the Community Garden Orchard, garden FUNKY FAMILY FALL FESTIVAL games, kid’s activities, a ride-on kiddie tractor corral, and of Ages 12 and Under FREE! course, making scarecrows! You bring the clothes, pillow case Get the whole family together to join us for this for the head and we supply the straw and frame materials. Put annual evening of treats and a few tricks. Come in costume and your scarecrow on display during the Mini Fest and see if you enjoy carnival style games, crafts, haunted mini golf, and more! win the grand prize! Meet your neighbors, let your kids loose in the gym and have Location: Magnuson Children’s Garden and fun. Funky family costumes encouraged. Demonstration Orchard Location: Ravenna-Eckstein CC 10/7 Sat 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 10/20 Fri 5:30-7:30 p.m. $3/person $20 for scarecrow/25¢ tickets for game $12/family +5 SPOOKY SPRINT Ages 3-12 It’s time for ghosts and ghouls, zombies and spiders to lace up their sneakers and run through our haunted race course! Ages 6-12 choose between a 1 or 2-mile fun run, while ages 3-5 start the event with the special Tot Sprint. Race check-in begins at 9 a.m. and is located south of the swim beach. Please register by October 16. Cost includes t-shirt, award, prizes, and refreshments for all. Costumes welcome! Location: Magnuson Park Beach and Kite Hill 10/21 Sat 10-11 a.m. $20 8 | FALL 2017 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. SPECIAL EVENTS

Ì ÌNOVEMBER 2017 PUMPKIN CARVING All Ages FREE! NATIVE AMERICAN STORYTELLER Kick off Halloween weekend with family pumpkin All Ages carving and decorating! We’ll have pumpkins of all sizes with Roger Fernandes is a Native American artist and storyteller whose safe carve tools and paints to create your spooky or funky jack- work shares the art and stories of the coast Salish tribes of Western o-lantern. Enjoy cookies, candies, and hot cider while you carve Washington. He is a member of the Lower Elwha S'Klallam Tribe, and stick around for the jack-o-lantern contest to win prizes! and has a degree in Native American Studies from the Evergreen Location: Northgate CC State College. He approaches storytelling with the traditional 10/27 Fri 4:30-7 p.m. indigenous understanding that storytelling is teaching, and storytelling is healing. Must pre-register using barcode 168469. ZEROLANDFILL Location: Meadowbrook All Ages FREE! 11/4 Sat 12:30-2 p.m. $3/person Material harvest for artists, educators, crafters, $10/family homeschoolers, arts organizations, community programs, and creative souls to pick up expired material samples that we SEATTLE REPTILE GUY receive from the interior design and architectural community. All Ages Examples of materials include carpet, wall covering, fabric, Why go to the zoo when the animals can come to you! The laminate, tile, stone, metal, wood, vinyl, and glass samples, Seattle Reptile Guy will be coming to our community center to stock photo books, paper samples, and binders. Please bring show off his reptile friends. Please join us for a fun filled evening boxes and bags to take your materials home. of bonding with cute little cold blooded creatures. Location: Miller CC Location: Ravenna-Eckstein CC Date and Time TBD 11/17 Fri 6:30-7:30 p.m. $5/person $20/family +4 MIGHTY MITES COSTUME PARTY Ages 5 and Under FREE! Ì ÌDECEMBER 2017 Attention all superheroes, monsters, ballerinas, and princesses, Miller Community Center wants to invite you LUMINARIA WALK to show off your best costume. The event will be full of games, All Ages FREE! treats, and prizes. Friends of Meadowbrook Pond and the Location: Miller CC Meadowbrook Advisory Council are joining together to host 10/31 Tue 9:30 a.m.-Noon our Annual Luminaria Walk. Please come enjoy good company and hot coco, while walking around the beautifully lit pathway. HALLOWEEN MAKE-UP We are also looking for community members to help make this HEADQUARTERS FREE! event happen, work parties are listed below. Ages 2-12 Location: Meadowbrook Pond Complete your Halloween ensemble by getting your face 12/2 Sat 5:30-7:30 p.m. painted! Stop by Magnuson CC before trick-or-treating on the biggest dress-up event of the year! Reservations strongly LUMINARIA WALK VOLUNTEER suggested. Call 206-684-7026 for make your appointment. WORK PARTIES FREE! Location: Magnuson CC Ages 10 and Older 10/31 Tue 3-5 p.m. Volunteers will be inside filling sandwich bags with sand, counting candles, and general organizing for the big event. Location: Meadowbrook CC 11/30 Thu 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Prior to the event volunteers will be outside, rain or shine, setting up 700 luminaries throughout the Meadowbrook Pond. During the event, volunteers will be serving hot coco to the participants. After the event, volunteers will be picking up the luminaries and other equipment and carrying it back to Meadowbrook CC. Location: Meadowbrook CC/Meadowbrook Pond 12/2 Sat 4-8:30 p.m. register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2017 | 9 SPECIAL EVENTS

HOLIDAY WREATH MAKING WORKSHOP All Ages Join Magnuson staff as we lead you through making your own holiday wreaths using fresh green from Magnuson Park. It’s great fun for the whole family! We’ll have holiday music and refreshments. Please register by November 28 to ensure that we have enough supplies. Location: Magnuson CC 12/5 Tue 5:30-7:30 p.m. $15/wreath SEATTLE CIVIC CHRISTMAS SHIP All Ages FREE! Enjoy the beautiful night light with hot coco in hand, while awaiting the ship to arrive. Ship arrival/departure time 9:45-10:05 p.m. Location: Matthews Beach Please visit www.argosycruises.com for listing of dates and time for this event. GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING All Ages Join us for an ooey-gooey night full of gumdrop rooftops and peppermint paths! This event is sure to get you and your family into the holiday spirit! Decorate your own house with all kinds of candy and take it home to display with your holiday decorations! Location: Laurelhurst CC 12/8 Fri 5:30-7 p.m. $8/house Location: Northgate CC 12/15 Fri 5-7 p.m. $10/house (register by 12/8 to guarantee a house) RAVENNA HOLIDAY ART AND CRAFTS SALE FREE! All Ages Support neighborhood artists and craftspeople at the Ravenna Holiday Art and Craft sale. Your purchases will support local artists as well as the programs at your community center. We’ll also have musical entertainment and home-made soup, offered by volunteers from the Ravenna Community Garden. Mark your calendars for a fun family event that lets you complete your holiday shopping close to home. Location: Ravenna-Eckstein CC 12/9 Sat 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

10 | FALL 2017 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. SPECIAL EVENTS PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT DROP ‘N SHOP! Ì Ages 3-10 ÌCOMMUNITY EVENTS Get those last minute and surprise gifts taken care of without the “help” of your little ones. Activities will keep ‘em busy, along MEADOWBROOK COMMUNITY GARDEN with cheese pizza, fruit, and lots of fun! Child must be potty Are you interested in making new friends? Would you like to trained, and E-13 required. Please contact the Ravenna Eckstein get involved in your neighborhood through food, fun, and Community Center to register multiple children at 206-684- stainable/organic gardening? Do you like to eat fresh veggies? 7534. Want to get exercise, be outdoors and feel healthier? There Instructor: Teacher Denise are many ways to encourage your community through the Location: Ravenna-Eckstein CC Community Gardens. Follow Meadowbrook Community 12/15 Fri 6-9 p.m. $15/child Gardens on Facebook: www.facebook.com/page/meadowbrook- Sibling discount $5 community-garden.com or call Meadowbrook CC 206-684-7522. MADISON BEACH BATHHOUSE- MEADOWBROOK COMMUNITY KITCHEN CHRISTMAS SHIP EVENT FREE! Sustainable NE Seattle and the Meadowbrook Community All Ages Center are joining together to create a community kitchen Join the Festivities as the Argosy Ship arrives off the Shore of which brings people together around food in a shared space Madison Beach where beautiful songs of the holidays will be to plan, cook, learn, and eat together. These meals are focused heard far and wide. on food that is healthy for people and the planet, i.e. organic Date and time the ships arrive at Madison Beach Park is and vegetarian. An added bonus of cooking together is the TBD economic benefit of purchasing food in bulk and saving fuel resources. Participants will prepare food, eat together, and SEATTLE CIVIC CHRISTMAS SHIP have food to take home. Participants are asked to bring dishes/ All Ages FREE! cookware to bring home their portion of the food that is Enjoy a cheery winter’s night with live music, cocoa prepared. If interested please contact the Meadowbrook CC and cookies, and hundreds of luminaries to light your way to 206-684-7522. the beach (weather permitting). Activities begin at 8 p.m. and ship arrival TBD. Festivities and refreshments are sponsored by RAVENNA COMMUNITY GARDEN the Magnuson and Laurelhurst Advisory Councils and Seattle THE GARDEN IS A PLACE WHERE NEIGHBORS Parks. WORK TOGETHER AND SHARE THE HARVEST! Location: Magnuson Park Beach The mission of the Ravenna Community Garden is to build a Date/Time TBA-Follow us on Facebook for dates! strong, inter-generational community while increasing local food security, and improving the health of our planet through HOLIDAY GIFT GIVEAWAY sustainable garden practices. Through gardening together, All Ages FREE! we get to know our neighbors, learn from each other about Join Miller CC in a long-time partnership with producing and preserving food that is grown organically and The Country Doctor for a gathering of families to share in the sustainably, and beautify our neighborhood. We enhance our holiday experience. Activities include treats, games, cookie own health through eating locally-grown, fresh, flavorful and decorating, face painting, and more! Scholarship information nutritious fruits and veggies, exercise, time spent outdoors, and will be available at the event. above all, having fun together. Location: Miller CC 2017 WORK PARTY CALENDAR TBD Sat 10 a.m.-2 p.m. For information on our Work Party schedule please visit our web page: MIGHTY MITES www.ravennacommunitygarden.wordpress.com NEW YEAR’S PARTY FREE! Ages 5 and Under Bring your little ones to the Miller gym for a New Year’s party celebration. Kids will enjoy dancing to music, playing with toys, and snacking on healthy treats. Location: Miller CC 12/28 Thu 9:30 a.m.-Noon

register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2017 | 11 DROP-IN PROGRAMS All drop-in programs are now free (unless otherwise noted), but they now require a Quickcard. Drop-in activities are subject to change, based on community center activities. Call center 48 hours in advance to verify daily schedule. No program 9/14, 11/10, 11/23, 11/24, and 12/25.

TODDLER GYM PLAY TIME ÌÌMAGNUSON TOTS Ages Walkers-5 Years FREE! Children play, learn, and develop both motor THISTLE THEATRE and social skills in this highly interactive drop-in social and PARTNERS WITH MAGNUSON’S PLAYPARK! FREE! play time. Toddlers will meet new friends, play on bouncy Ages 3 and Older toys, ride scooters and tricycles, play with bouncy balls, Free puppet show admissions to the first 50 participating and much more. (Parents must accompany their child at all Playpark patrons. Tickets for shows will be given out two weeks times.) Times are subject to change. before each show. Come early – tickets go fast! LAURELHURST COMMUNITY CENTER PIXIE AND THE GROCER Wed 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. 10/6 Fri 10:30 a.m. Fri 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. BUILD IT! MAGNUSON COMMUNITY CENTER Ages 2-5 FREE! Fri 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. (ends 10/27) Put on your thinking caps and get creative! Fri 9:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. (starts 11/3) Construct whatever your imagination desires with Legos®, MEADOWBROOK COMMUNITY CENTER blocks, train sets, and Lincoln Logs to help you build it! Develop M/W/F 12:30-2:30 p.m. critical-thinking and engineering thought processes and promote pro-social behaviors like sharing and teamwork. MILLER COMMUNITY CENTER 9/21-12/28 Thu 9:15 a.m.-Noon Tue/Thu 9:30 a.m.-Noon MONTLAKE COMMUNITY CENTER STORYTIME FREE! M/W/F 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Ages 2-5 Join PJ Library for music, movement, and stories NORTHGATE COMMUNITY CENTER (STARTS 9/19) on Thursdays during Build It. PJ Library Seattle is a program Tue/Thu 10 a.m.-2 p.m. provided by the Jewish Federation of Greater Seattle. RAVENNA-ECKSTEIN COMMUNITY CENTER (ENDS 5/25) 10/7-12/9 Thu 10:30-11 a.m. Tue/Thu 10 a.m.-2 p.m. ÌÌMILLER TOTS

TODDLER PLAY ROOM Ages 5 and Younger FREE! We offer a designated play room just for toddlers and infants. Enjoy the books, toys, and playtime. Parents supervise play area. M/W/F 4-7:30 p.m. T/Th Noon-2 p.m. ÌÌRAV-ECK TOTS

INDOOR PLAYTIME Ages 1-5 FREE! We have a great space where you and your child(ren) can play in a safe, fun, and interactive space with bikes, balls, ride-ons, and educational toys. M-Th 2:45-8:15 p.m. Friday 9:15 a.m.-8:15 p.m. Sat 9 a.m.-1:45 p.m.

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ÌÌCLUBS/GAMES ÌÌFITNESS CENTER

LAURELHURST BOOK CLUB FITNESS CENTER Ages 50 and Older FREE! Ages 18 and Older FREE! Book Club meets the 3rd Wednesday of every Seattle weather can be a challenge to your fitness month. Books provided by Seattle Public Library and are program so come inside and work out in our fitness room. available for pick up the Community Center. Please register in Equipment includes elliptical machines, treadmills, stationary advance. bicycles, rower, and various training apparatus. Book Club Leader: Sally Draper Location: Meadowbrook CC 4/19, 5/17, 6/21 Wed 1-2 p.m. Mon 9 a.m.-6:30 p.m. T-F 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m. BRIDGE All Ages FREE! Location: Northgate CC Join us every Monday for a small group gathering Mon/Fri 11 a.m.-7 p.m. to play bridge, drink tea, and make new friends. Hot water Tue/Thu* 10 a.m.-8 p.m. provided for your tea or coffee. Wed 11 a.m.-8 p.m. Location: Northgate CC *Fitness room will be closed to the public Tuesdays 10/10-11/14, Mon 1-4 p.m. 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. DROP-IN (AMERICAN) MAHJONG FREE! INTERMEDIATE LEVEL PLAYERS Ages 18 and Older Rules of play are based on newly published guidelines from The National Mahjong League. Please call Laurelhurst Community Center at 206-684-7529 for more information. Location: Laurelhurst CC Monday Noon-3 p.m. Friday 11 a.m.-2 p.m. THIRD SATURDAY CONTRA DANCE Adults and kids 11 and older Come join your neighbors for a fun time contra dancing: the American dance that’s energetic and easy, with moves similar to square dancing. There’s live music and all dances are taught during the first half hour. And you don’t need to bring a partner. Location: Ravenna-Eckstein CC 9/16 Sat 7-10 p.m. $10 10/21 Sat 7-10 p.m. $10 11/18 Sat 7-10 p.m. $10 12/16 Sat 7-10 p.m. $10

register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2017 | 13 DROP-IN PROGRAMS All drop-in programs are now free (unless otherwise noted), but they now require a Quickcard. Drop-in activities are subject to change, based on community center activities. Call center 48 hours in advance to verify daily schedule. No program 9/14, 11/10, 11/23, 11/24, and 12/25.

ÌÌATHLETICS

PING PONG All Ages FREE! We offer two ping pong tables for you to train, play, or just have fun! Try out our new outdoor table! One hour maximum. Paddles and balls can be checked out at no extra charge. Location: Northgate CC Mon/Fri 11 a.m.-7 p.m. Tue/Thu 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Wed 11 a.m.-8 p.m. RACQUETBALL Ages 12 and Older (if younger than 12, must be accompanied by adult) Balls and racquets can be checked out at no extra charge. Reserve a court in advance or take your chances and drop-in. You can make reservations one week in advance on the half hour only. Courts can also be used for informal squash matches. Call 206-684-7026 for more information. Location: Magnuson CC Mon-Wed 2-9 p.m. $8/hour Thu 9 a.m.-9 p.m. $8/hour Fri 9 a.m.-7 p.m. $8/hour Sat 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $8/hour WALLYBALL Ages 12 and Older (if younger than 12, must be accompanied by adult) Try this exciting variation on volleyball in our racquetball court. Please reserve ahead of time so staff can have the net set up upon your arrival. Location: Magnuson CC Mon-Wed 2-9 p.m. $12/hour Thu 9 a.m.-9 p.m. $12/hour Fri 9 a.m.-7 p.m. $12/hour Sat 11 a.m.-5 p.m. $12/hour

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TEEN LATE NIGHT Ages 13-19 Late Night is a safe and supportive environment for teens ages 13-19. This recreation based program is held on Fridays and Saturday evenings from 7 p.m.-Midnight with a focus on positive teen interactions and engagement where all teens are welcomed. The Late Night Program is aligned and supportive of the city’s Race and Social Equity framework, including education and employment readiness programs. Come to your local Late Night and explore more of what we have to offer! Contact your local neighborhood specialist for more information. Fri and Sat Nights 7 p.m.-Midnight

NORTH: 206-684-7523 Bitter Lake Community Center Meadowbrook Teen Life Center

CENTRAL: 206-684-4550 Garfield Teen Life Center

SOUTHEAST: 206-551-7316 Rainier Community Center Rainier Beach Community Center South Park Community Center (Fridays Only) Van Asselt Community Center (Saturdays only)

SOUTHWEST: 206-684-7438 Delridge Community Center High Point Community Center Southwest Teen Life Center

register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2017 | 15 DROP-IN PROGRAMS AllAll drop-in drop-in programs programs are are now now free free (unless (unless otherwise otherwise noted), noted), but but they they now now require require a a Quickcard Quickcard.. Drop-in Drop-in activities activities are are subject subject to change,to change, based based on community on community center center activities. activities. Call center Call center 48 hours 48 hours in advance in advance to verify to verify daily dailyschedule. schedule. NoNo program program 9/14, 9/14, 11/10, 11/10, 11/23, 11/23, 11/24, 11/24, and and 12/25. 12/25. MILLER RAV-ECK MONTLAKE MAGNUSON NORTHGATE LAURELHURST MEADOWBROOK

Starting in November gym availability will be limited due to Citywide Basketball season. Please call your center for current availability.

Wed Fri 7-10 p.m. ADULT 6-9 p.m. 8-10 p.m.* BADMINTON max 25 *starts 11/29

M/W/F Sat 2-4 p.m. YOUTH 11 a.m.-5 p.m. T/Th BASKETBALL ends 11/22 3-4 p.m. M/T 3-5 p.m. ADULT Mon W-F 7-9 p.m. BASKETBALL Tue M-Th 3-6 p.m. Sat Ages 18 and up 12:30-2 p.m. 6-8 p.m. (unless otherwise 11 a.m.-5 p.m. noted) ends 11/22

MAHJONG BRIDGE Mon BRIDGE Fri Noon-3 p.m. Mon GAMES 12:30-4 p.m. Fri 1-4 p.m. Ages 65+ 11 a.m.-2 p.m.

ALL LEVELS M/W COMPETITIVE Mon 10 a.m.-1 p.m. T/Th 10:15 a.m.- INTR./ADV. 10 a.m.-Noon Wed Thursday 1:15 p.m. M/F Fri 7:30-9:15 a.m. PICKLEBALL 9:15 a.m.-Noon 11 a.m.-1 p.m. 11:30 a.m.-2 p.m. RECREATION (ends 6/14) Fri ALL AGES T/Th 10 a.m.-Noon Sat Noon-2 p.m. 9-11:30 a.m. 9/9-10/28

Wed Mon 7-9 p.m. VOLLEYBALL 5:30-7:45 p.m. max 30 *Subject to change during Public School Breaks Closed during Public School Breaks 10/13, 11/20-11/22, and 12/18-1/2.

16 | FALL 2017 | register online at seattle.gov/parks EXPLORE THE WILD SIDE OF SEATTLE THROUGH YOUR ENVIRONMENTAL LEARNING CENTERS! Many Seattle parks now have programs for adults and families focusing on the natural and cultural history of Puget Sound and your role in that history. Contact an environmental learning center to learn more about these unique programs.

DISCOVERY PARK CAMP LONG 206-386-4236 206-684-7434 3801 Discovery Park Blvd 5200 35th Ave SW [email protected] [email protected] » located 5 miles » located in West Seattle northwest of downtown » 68-acre forested park with Seattle hiking trails » 8 miles of trails » climbing rock with » ponds, saltwater instructors beaches, forests, and » rustic cabins for rent meadows » wetlands loaded with frogs and salamanders CARKEEK PARK » campfi re programs 206-684-0877 950 NW Carkeek Park Road [email protected] » located in North Seattle » roam the trails » play at the playground » explore the historic Piper’s Orchard

Learn about and sign up for programs on SPARC, an online registration service. Each park also has its own web page at: http://www.seattle.gov/parks/fi nd/ environmental-education-and-outdoor-learning CITYWIDE ATHLETICS Please consider volunteering as a coach or helping with recruitment of coaches. Our low cost leagues can’t operate without the dedication of our awesome coaches!

Ì FALL YOUTH SPORTS REGISTRATION OPEN NOW Register online through SPARC (online registrations still need to turn in paperwork at your community center) or register in person at your community center Fee: $40 GIRLS VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Age Groups: 10-11, 12-13, and 14-17 (Age as of 8/31/17) Minimum: 5 Girls per team The Citywide Girls Volleyball League provides players the opportunity to develop and solidify fundamental skills, team play, and sportsmanship. Players may sign up online or at their local community center. For registration materials please go to http://www.seattle.gov/parks/Athletics.htm. Practices take place at the community center or nearby school gym and begin in early September. Games are played on weeknights and begin in mid-September and conclude with a weekend jamboree in mid-November. PRACTICE TIMES VARY…CHECK WITH YOUR LOCAL CENTER FOR SPECIFIC DATES AND TIMES. If your local community center does not have enough kids or a coach to YOUTH BASKETBALL LEAGUE form a full team, you will be given the option of transferring to (GIRLS AND BOYS) a nearby center’s team if a spot is available or withdrawing with a full refund. Register early for your best chance of securing a Boys Age Groups: 10, 11, 12, 13, 14-15, and 16-17* spot on a team. Girls Age Groups: 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14-17* Teams will be forming at the following Community Centers: Minimum: 7 players per team Alki, Ballard, Bitter Lake, Delridge, Garfi eld, Green Lake, Hiawatha, Seattle Parks and Recreation’s Youth Basketball High Point, IDCCC, Jeff erson, Laurelhurst, Loyal Heights, Magnolia, League provides young athletes the opportunity to Magnuson, Meadowbrook, Miller, Montlake, Northgate, Queen learn and solidify the fundamentals of basketball Anne, Rainier, Rainier Beach, Ravenna-Eckstein, SWTLC, South while participating in weekly-organized practices Park, Van Asselt and Yesler. and games. League games begin the fi rst week of January and run through the month of March with YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE (COED) the opportunity for post-season play at the end of the Age Groups: 6-7, 8-9, 10-11, 12-14 regular season. Practices occur at the home community Minimum: 5 players per team center and games (on Saturdays and Sundays) occur at Players learn basic skills, team play, and sportsmanship in this citywide league. Players may sign up at their community center various community centers throughout the city. and are placed on teams. Games are played in accordance with *Age as of August 31, 2017 NFL fl ag football rules and fi eld dimensions. League play begins the last week in September and concludes in mid November. Registration begins October 3, 2017 (Noon) Teams practice at their local community center. Teams will be Practices begin November 13, 2017 forming in NE, NW, Central, South and West Seattle. League Games begin January 6-8, 2018 Fee: $85

WWW.SEATTLE.GOV/PARKS/ATHLETICS

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YOUTH CROSS COUNTRY (GIRLS AND BOYS) Ages 8-17 To register or for more info please visit, www.raincityfl yers.com or call 206-523-4233. Practices begin in early September at Woodland Park. Dress for the weather.

YOUTH SPORTS GENERAL INFORMATION I WANT TO PLAY…HOW DO I GET STARTED? 1. To participate in most Seattle Parks Youth Sports leagues (for basketball and volleyball, for example) you can either recruit a coach and put together your own team or you can be placed on an existing team with the help of community center staff . Call for more information. For some sports (Track & Field, for example) all you need to do is go into your community center to get registered. 2. Get registered! (Paperwork is at community centers). 3. Start practices and get ready for fun honing your skills and competing against other neighborhood community centers! If your center doesn’t off er a sport, the staff will refer you to the next closest center. Centers need a minimum number of players and a volunteer coach to off er the sport.

LOVED THE SPORT? LOVE KIDS? WANT TO GIVE BACK TO YOUR COMMUNITY? BECOME A VOLUNTEER COACH! Our low-cost leagues can’t operate without the dedication of our awesome coaches! I WANT TO COACH... HOW DO I GET STARTED? 1. Talk to community center staff about applying for a coaching position. 2. Fill out a background check form at the center and then a volunteer registration form online. 3. Work with community center staff to form your team rosters. 4. Request practice times and confi rm that all kids are registered prior to the fi rst practice. 5. Attend coaches meeting/training and get ready for a rewarding experience!

register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2017 | 19 PRESCHOOL ÌÌFALL 2017 Ages Days Time Price/month PRESCHOOL PROGRAM MAGNUSON COMMUNITY CENTER Seattle Parks and Recreation operates half-day preschool 3-5 T/Th 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $235 programs in 13 neighborhood community centers. These low- 3-5 M/W/F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $340 cost early childhood programs provide a safe, happy, healthy 3-5 M-F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $515 learning environment for preschool children. MEADOWBROOK COMMUNITY CENTER* DETAILS OF OUR PROGRAM: 3-5 T/Th 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $235 »» For children ages 3-5 years 3-5 M/W/F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $340 »» Low teacher-child ratio of 1:8 3-5 M-F 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. $515 »» Staff is trained in Early Childhood curriculum, CPR/First Aid, Food Handling NORTHGATE COMMUNITY CENTER »» Children need to be fully potty trained 3-5 T/Th 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $235 (no diapers or pull-ups permitted) 3-5 M/W/F 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $340 »» Affordable rates (scholarships available!) 3-5 M-F 9:30 a.m.-1 p.m. $515 Preschool programs are based on the Creative Curriculum *Note: This program is a City of Seattle Pathways program, which for Preschool from Teaching Strategies. This research-based allows for families that meet the income requirements to be fully curriculum offers early childhood educators a comprehensive subsidized. Please inquire at the Community Center front desk collection of resources to help them build high-quality for an application. The Pathways program is an entry level to the programs. Children attending at least three days a week will Seattle Preschool Program (SPP) and the SPP’s goal is to make be observed and assessed using the Creative Curriculum voluntary, high-quality preschool available and affordable to developmental objectives. all of Seattle’s 3 and 4 year old children. For more details of SPP, please visit http://www.seattle.gov/education/about. Our school-readiness preschool program meets the development needs of young children, focusing on emotional, $3/day multiplied by the number of days the ‘class’ meets per social, physical, and cognitive skills. Classrooms are set up week sibling discount can be applied. with rich environments, fun-filled learning areas, consistent schedules and routines, and both large and small group times. Details subject to change. Please contact your local community Preschool activities include art, blocks, dramatic play, library center if you have any questions. time, cooking, discovery science, singing, and outdoor play. CHILD CARE HOTLINE: 206-684-4203 Register NOW at your local community center! A non- This is a 24-hour line giving information about program closures refundable $25 deposit is required during registration, and the due to extreme weather or emergencies. It is updated each day balance of September fees is due August 1, 2017. The remaining by 6 a.m. and as needed. monthly fees are due one week before the program start date. IMPORTANT DATES* We will be offering program following the Seattle Public School (SPS) calendar starting Fall 2017 where SPS breaks are NOT included. Registration Opens Registration is now open! First Day of Program** 9/6/2017 Veteran’s Day Observed Closure 11/10/2017 Thanksgiving Closure 11/23/2017-11/24/2017 Winter Break Closure 12/18/2017-1/1/2018 Christmas Day Closure 12/25/2017 New Year’s Day Closure 1/1/2018 *Check with your local community center preschool for any additional closures. **First day of program at Meadowbrook and Magnuson is 9/11.

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ÌÌFALL 2017

AGES 5-12 Do you want your child to have fun, engaging opportunities Program Time 5 days 4 days 3 days that support continued learning and personal growth outside of school? The focus of our program is to provide MEADOWBROOK COMMUNITY CENTER children with opportunities to develop socially, emotionally, After School (Option 1) 2:30-6 p.m. $457 $411 $388 and physically. The atmosphere at our program is one that After School (Option 2) 4-6 p.m. $261 $235 $222 emphasizes community relationships, but also recognizes MEADOWBROOK @ JOHN ROGERS individual achievement, creativity, and original thinking. We make it our mission to promote self-awareness, self-control, After School 2:30-6 p.m. $457 $411 $388 conflict resolutions skills, and positive decision-making MONTLAKE @ MCGILVRA abilities. We like to work in partnership with our local schools After School 2:30-6 p.m. $457 $411 $388 to make sure your child's educational experience is constantly NORTHGATE COMMUNITY CENTER being enriched. Our trained staff works daily to offer activities in areas such as: arts and culture, environmental stewardship, After School (Option 1) 2:30-6 p.m. $457 $411 $388 health and fitness, academic support, and more. After School (Option 2) 4-6 p.m. $261 $235 $222 RAVENNA-ECKSTEIN @ THORNTON CREEK HIGHLIGHTS OF OUR PROGRAM: After School 2:30-6 p.m. $457 $411 $388 »» Quality and consistent care with qualified staff »» We welcome all members of the community RAVENNA-ECKSTEIN @ WEDGWOOD »» A morning and afternoon snack will be provided After School 2:30-6 p.m. $457 $411 $388 »» Scholarship applications may be picked up at your local community center, DSHS child care Details subject to change. Please contact your local community subsidies are also accepted center if you have any questions.

Register NOW at your local community center! A non- A $15 sibling discount is available based on a 5-days a week refundable $25 deposit for each program (before and after-school) registration. is required during registration, and the remaining monthly fees are due by the 25th of the preceding month. IMPORTANT DATES* Registration Opens Registration is now open! First Day of Program 9/6/2017 Professional Development Day** 10/13/2017 Veteran’s Day Observed Closure 11/10/2017 Parent Teacher Conference** 11/20/2017-11/22/2017 Thanksgiving Closure 11/23/2017-11/24/2017 Early Dismissal (1-hour) 12/15/2017 Winter Break** 12/18/2017-1/1/2018 Christmas Day Closure 12/25/2017 New Year’s Day Closure 1/1/2018 *Check with your local community center for any additional closures. **Please see Break Camp information section for details. register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2017 | 21 LICENSED SCHOOL-AGE CARE

ÌÌCAMP INFORMATION ÌÌGENERAL INFORMATION

EARLY DISMISSALS TRANSPORTATION FOR PUBLIC Please contact your local community center for details about SCHOOL STUDENTS early dismissals. Seattle Public Schools will transport children within the district’s busing zones. If a child comes from outside the Seattle ONE DAY CAMPS: (7 a.m.-6 p.m.) Schools’ busing zones, or if a child will be coming from a private PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT DAY | 10/13/2017 (FRI) school, the family is responsible for transportation. See the FEES: Seattle Public Schools website (http://www.seattleschools. »» $45/day (not currently enrolled participants or part-time org/students/transportation) or call 206-252-0900 for more enrolled participants who aren’t scheduled for that day) information. »» $3/day sibling discount can be applied »» NO ADDITIONAL FEE for current Before and/or After- CHILD CARE HOTLINE: 206-684-4203 School participants when enrolled in the month and day This is a 24-hour line giving information about program closures the camp occurs due to extreme weather or emergencies. It is updated each day by 6 a.m. and as needed. NOVEMBER PARENT/TEACHER CONFERENCES Most Seattle public schools schedule the November Parent EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER Conferences for three full days before Thanksgiving. Three one- In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of day camps will be offered. Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, 11/20/2017 (MON)-11/22/2017 (WED) its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating FEES: in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from »» $45/day for all participants discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, »» $3/day sibling discount can be applied gender identity (including gender expression), sexual orientation, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income BREAK CAMPS: (7 a.m.-6 p.m.) derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or WINTER BREAK CAMP | 12/18/2017-1/1/2018 reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program Programs are closed on 12/25/2017 (Christmas day) or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to and 1/1/2018 (New Year) all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by FEES: program or incident. »» $220 (week 1), $176 (week 2) or $45/day at select sites »» $3/day sibling discount can be applied Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, Not all sites offer the day camps and break camps mentioned audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the above. responsible Agency or USDA's TARGET Center at 202-720-2600 (voice and TTY) or contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at 800-877-8339. Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call 866-632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: 202-690-7442; or (3) email: [email protected].

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LAURELHURST CC ÌÌAT-A-GLANCE BARCODE# COURSE TITLE AGE DAY STARTS ENDS TIME PRICE 167218 Music for Tots - A Parent-Child 6 months-5 W 9/13 12/13 9-9:45 a.m. $197 Music Program Years 167219 Music for Tots - A Parent-Child 6 months-5 W 9/13 12/13 10-10:45 a.m. $197 Music Program Years 167220 Music for Tots - A Parent-Child 6 months-5 W 9/13 12/13 11-11:45 a.m. $197 Music Program Years 167228 Gingerbread House Decorating 1 year and Older F 12/8 12/8 5:30-7 p.m. $8 167217 Bilingual Creative Movement 2.5-4 Years M 9/18 12/11 9:15-10 a.m. $156 167226 Pre-Ballet 3-5 Years M 9/18 12/11 10:15-11 a.m. $156 167234 Pre-K Enrichment Program - Dec 3 1/2-5 Years M-F 12/1 12/15 1:30-3:30 p.m. $76- 260 167233 Pre-K Enrichment Program - Nov 3 1/2-5 Years M-F 11/1 11/30 1:30-3:30 p.m. $76- 260 167231 Pre-K Enrichment Program - Oct 3 1/2-5 Years M-F 10/2 10/31 1:30-3:30 p.m. $76- 260 167232 Pre-K Enrichment Program - Sept 3 1/2-5 Years M-F 9/11 9/29 1:30-3:30 p.m. $76- 260 166841 Pee Wee Basketball 4-5 Years Sa 9/30 11/18 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $70 167222 Piano Lessons 101 - Mon 5-16 Years M 9/11 10/23 2:30-8 p.m. $189 167223 Piano Lessons 101 - Mon 5-16 Years M 10/30 12/11 2:30-8 p.m. $189 167221 Piano Lessons 101 - Wed 5-16 Years W 9/13 10/25 2:30-8 p.m. $189 167224 Piano Lessons 101 - Wed 5-16 Years W 11/1 12/13 2:30-8 p.m. $189 167230 Nerf Soccer 5-6 Years T/Th/F 9/18 11/3 5-9 p.m. $70 161862 Flag Football 6-7 Years T/Th 9/12 11/9 4:30-5:30 p.m. $40 166842 Pee Wee Basketball 6-7 Years Sa 9/30 11/18 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $70 167200 Youth Pottery 6-9 Years W 9/13 10/25 5-6 p.m. $140 167201 Youth Pottery 6-9 Years W 11/1 12/13 4-5 p.m. $140 167202 Youth Pottery 6-9 Years W 11/1 12/13 5-6 p.m. $140 167199 Youth Pottery 6-9 Years W 9/13 10/25 4-5 p.m. $140 161875 Flag Football 8-9 Years T/Th 9/12 11/9 4:30-5:30 p.m. $40 167225 Jazz 1 8-10 Years W 9/20 12/13 5:30-6:30 p.m. $169 167215 Beginning Hip Hop 8-10 Years W 9/20 12/13 4:30-5:30 p.m. $169 161877 Flag Football 10 -11 Years T/Th 9/12 11/9 4:30-5:30 p.m. $40 161874 Girls Volleyball 10 -11 Years W/M 9/13 11/13 7-8 p.m. $40 167204 Youth Pottery 10-14 Years W 11/1 12/13 6-7:15 p.m. $140 167203 Youth Pottery 10-14 Years W 9/13 10/25 6-7:15 p.m. $140 161880 Girls Volleyball 12-13 Years W/M 9/13 11/13 7-8 p.m. $40 161879 Flag Football 12-14 Years T/Th 9/12 11/9 4:30-5:30 p.m. $40 167216 Beginning Teen/Adult Hip Hop 13 and Older W 9/20 12/13 6:30-7:30 p.m. $169 161881 Girls Volleyball 14-17 Years W/M 9/13 11/13 7-8 p.m. $40 167213 Kundalini Yoga 16 and Older M 9/11 10/23 6:30-8 p.m. $56

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BARCODE# COURSE TITLE AGE DAY STARTS ENDS TIME PRICE 167214 Kundalini Yoga 16 and Older M 10/30 12/11 6:30-8 p.m. $56 167198 Adult Evening Pottery 18 and Older M 9/11 10/30 6-8:30 p.m. $200 167207 American Mahjong for Beginners 18 and Older Tu 11/21 12/12 1:30-3 p.m. $25 167205 American Mahjong for Beginners 18 and Older Tu 9/12 10/3 1:30-3 p.m. $25 167206 American Mahjong for Beginners 18 and Older Tu 10/17 11/7 1:30-3 p.m. $25 167208 Barre Conditioning 18 and Older Tu 9/5 12/12 10:30-11:30 a.m. $225 167209 Barre Conditioning 18 and Older Th 9/7 12/14 10:30-11:30 a.m. $195 167211 Core and More: Pilates and Yoga 18 and Older Th 9/7 12/14 10:30-11:30 a.m. $195 167212 Pilates Plus 18 and Older Tu 9/5 12/12 9:30-10:30 a.m. $225 167210 Small Group Training 18 and Older F 9/8 12/15 9:15-10 a.m. $195 167229 Holiday Feasting Tips and 21 and Older F 10/20 10/20 7 a.m.-9 p.m. $30 Techniques 167227 Tablescaping Plating and Design 21 and Older M 11/6 11/6 6-8 p.m. $25

BILINGUAL CREATIVE MOVEMENT Ages 2½-4 This class will provide a fun and energetic introduction to dance that will encourage social and motor skill development, while facilitating language exposure and natural acquisition. The class will be taught in a mix of both English and Spanish and will focus on learning basic dance movements and musicality from a variety of different rhythms and styles with an emphasis on use of imagination, free-movement, and body awareness. Ì Instructor: Callie Nissing ÌTOTS 9/18-12/11 Mon 9:15-10 a.m. $156 PRE-K ENRICHMENT PROGRAM PRE BALLET Ages 3½-5 years Ages 3-5 This recreational program offers a variety of fun activities such This class will introduce young dancers to ballet as art, science, cooking, tumbling, sports, music, dance, seasonal with a focus on developing basic movement coordination, activities, and more! Enrichment activities are developed to vocabulary, and musicality. Through an expressive and creative create learning experiences and social experiences through environment, dancers will be introduced to classical positions, play, projects, and activities. For details or for more information body placement and experimentation with creative movement please contact Laurelhurst Community Center 206-684-7529. and performance! This program runs on the school district calendar and is closed Instructor: Callie Nissing for holidays and school breaks. Fees are based on the number 9/18-12/11 Mon 10:15-11 a.m. $156 of program days in the school year calendar and averaged out over the 10-month school year. No program on 11/11, 11/23, and 11/24. Instructor: Mr. Phillip 9/11-9/29 M-F 1:30-3:30 p.m. 10/2-10/31 M-F 1:30-3:30 p.m. 11/1-11/30 M-F 1:30-3:30 p.m. 12/1-12/15 M-F 1:30-3:30 p.m. 4-5 days $260; 3 days $200; 2 days $140

MUSIC FOR TOTS-A PARENT- Ì CHILD MUSIC PROGRAM ÌYOUTH Ages 6 Months-4 Years Miss Charlotte’s ever-popular Music for Tots enters its fourth year BEGINNING HIP HOP at Laurelhurst Community Center. Let your little ones learn music Ages 8-10 the easy/fun way, and release your own inner diva at the same This class will introduce you to hip-hop and street time! Based on the idea that music is a language, children ages 6 styles of dance! We will explore variety different hip-hop styles months through 4 years will have the opportunity to learn basic through both choreography and improvisation, also known as musical skills while playing, moving, and interacting with each “freestyle”. This class is largely choreography based. Hip-Hop is other and their parents. Grown-ups wear comfortable clothing a great genre to start with new dancers and a good opportunity and come prepared to move and sing! Elderly and/or disabled are for those that may already have experience with other genres welcome; accommodations will gladly be made. Siblings up to to become more well rounded dancers. 6 months of age can attend free. Created and taught by Award- Instructor: Callie Nissing Winning Children’s Musical Artist, Miss Charlotte. A seasonal CD 9/20-12/13 Wed 4:30-5:30 p.m. $169 and songbook is included in cost of class. 9/13-12/13 Wed 9-9:45 a.m. $197 JAZZ 1 9/13-12/13 Wed 10-10:45 a.m. $197 Ages 8-10 9/13-12/13 Wed 11-11:45 a.m. $197 An introduction to jazz dance and jazz style technique, choreography, and performance! This is a great next step for PEE WEE BASKETBALL dances that may have taken ballet or other dance forms in the Ages 4-7 past and want to try and more upbeat genre, or for new dancers This league is a great way to introduce our young players to to get exposed to a range of movements that incorporate ballet basketball in a non-competitive atmosphere where playing, techniques, musical theater, and specific jazz repertoire. learning, and having fun are most important. Participants are Instructor: Callie Nissing divided into teams per age groups. Volunteer coaches encourage 9/20-12/13 Wed 5:30-6:30 p.m. $169 the basics of the sport and teamwork. Each participant receives a team t-shirt. Teams practice one night a week for an hour BEGINNING TEEN/ADULT and game are on Saturdays, all at Laurelhurst Elementary HIP HOP School gym. If you are interested in coaching, please call the Ages 13 and Older community center at 206-684-7529. No class 11/11 and 2/17. This class will introduce hip-hop and street styles dance to PLAY AND PRACTICE TIMES TO BE DETERMINED. young adults of all ages! Hip-hop is a fun and creative way Ages 4-5 to get exercise, learn some new moves, and join the dance 9/30-11/18 Sat 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $70 community. This class will cover a variety of styles and teach 1/13-3/10 Sat 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $80 dancers basic movement techniques for learning choreography, Ages 6-7 improvisation, and musicality. 9/30-11/18 Sat 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $70 Instructor: Callie Nissing 1/13-3/10 Sat 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $80 9/20-12/13 Wed 6:30-7:30 p.m. $169 INDOOR NERF SOCCER LEAGUE Ages 5-6 Get ready for some fun! Gather your friends to play in our coed indoor Nerf soccer league. Kids can be placed on teams as Pase regisr single players or coaches can form teams. Registration packets are available at the community center and must be filled-out rly avoid in person. Maximum of 10 players per team. Teams practice one night a week for an hour at Laurelhurst Elementary School disappoi me . Gym starting week of September 18 and games are on Friday evenings beginning October 6. SOMETIMES COURSES ARE 9/18-11/3 T/Th/F 5-8 p.m. $70 CANCELED BECAUSE PEOPLE WAIT TOO LONG TO REGISTER!

26 | FALL 2017 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. LAURELHURST CC Ì YOUTH POTTERY ÌADULTS Ages 6-14 Kids will create a wide variety of clay projects using pinch pot, HOLIDAY FEASTING TIPS coil, and slab hand building techniques, as well as throwing AND TECHNIQUES on the wheel. Colorful glazes will complete each masterpiece! Ages 21 and Older Whether you're experienced or a beginner, bring your We invite you to join us for an evening with our in-house expert imagination and get ready to have fun being creative with clay! Melissa Maxwell, Wellness Chef and owner of Eat Well Seattle Ages 6-9 Catering & Meal Service. Melissa will share some timesaving 9/13-10/25 Wed 4-5 p.m. $140 techniques that will empower you to spend less effort over the 11/1-12/13 Wed 4-5 p.m. $140 stove and more time enjoying people at the holidays! Menu Ages 6-9 includes creamy make ahead mashed potatoes, stuffing, herb 9/13-10/25 Wed 5-6 p.m. $140 roasted turkey breast, and easy slab apple and pumpkin pie for 11/1-12/13 Wed 5-6 p.m. $140 dessert! Sip on a wine pairing as you enjoy this demonstration Ages 10-14 class, ask questions, sample the food, and take home recipes. 9/13-10/25 Wed 6-7:15 p.m. $140 Childcare will be provided in our multi-purpose room; space is 11/1-12/13 Wed 6-7:15 p.m. $140 limited so please let us know if you would like childcare, and how many children, upon registration. Childcare additional $10 PIANO LESSONS 101 per child, up to two children Ages 5-16 10/20 Fri 7-9 p.m. $30 Private piano lessons are 30 minutes long, and offered to ages 5-16. Lessons are taught in a relaxed atmosphere and tailored TABLE-SCAPING, PLATING, to each child's individual level. The instructor, Ms. Drovetto, AND DESIGN has taught piano to over 200 students in the Seattle and North Ages 21 and Older Shore after school music programs. Please call the Laurelhurst Learn to draw connections between your ceramic vessels and Community Center at 206-684-7529 to register for a specific food presentation. In this class, we will discuss garnishing, half hour time slot. plating composition with ceramic plates and platters. Chef 9/11-10/23 Mon 2:30-8 p.m. $189 Melissa Maxwell, owner of Eat Well Seattle Catering and Meal 10/30-12/13 Mon 2:30-8 p.m. $189 Service will show you food presentation and table setting 9/13-10/25 Wed 2:30-8 p.m. $189 techniques to inspire your ceramic creations and entertaining 11/1-12/13 Wed 2:30-8 p.m. $189 for the holidays. Please join us for this unique offering and collaboration. ÌÌMULTIGENERATIONAL 11/6 Mon 6-8 p.m. $25 KUNDALINI YOGA BEGINNING TEEN/ADULT HIP HOP Ages 16 and Older Ages 13 and Older Considered to be the most comprehensive of all the yogas, This class will introduce hip-hop and street styles Kundalini Yoga incorporates the use of breath, movement, dance to young adults of all ages! Hip-hop is a fun and creative meditation, and deep relaxation. It is a practical tool for everyday way to get exercise, learn some new moves and join the dance people. It’s powerful, efficient, and effective. Kundalini Yoga is community. This class will cover a variety of styles and teach an ancient, time proven technology for human transformation, dancers basic movement techniques for learning choreography, helping people live their lives with greater meaning and joy. improvisation, and musicality. Instructor: Kathryn Scarberry Instructor: Callie Nissing 9/11-10/23 Mon 6:30-8 p.m. $56 9/20-12/13 Wed 6:30-7:30 p.m. $169 10/30-12/11 Mon 6:30-8 p.m. $56

ADULT EVENING POTTERY AMERICAN MAHJONG FOR BEGINNERS Ages 18 and Older Ages 18 and Older Several clay projects will be introduced using both hand Mahjong originated in China. It was discovered by the West building and throwing on the wheel techniques. Practice your around 1920 and immediately became popular in America. skills making clay objects while learning how to make tiles, It bears a great resemblance in play to certain card games, cups, bowls, and more in a fun and informative setting. One namely those of the Rummy family, and is fun to play. Rules bag of clay and Open Studio time is included with class fee. are based on newly published guidelines from The National Open studio is Mondays before class starting at 4 p.m. Mahjong League. This class will introduce beginners to the Instructor: Liang-Yin Chen basic rules and regulations of the game. Class size is limited to 4 9/11-10/30 Mon 6-8:30 p.m. $200 participants so register early. Instructor: Yuri Nishiyama BARRE CONDITIONING 9/12-10/3 Tue 1:30-3 p.m. $25 Ages 18 and Older 10/17-11/7 Tue 1:30-3 p.m. $25 This course features light weights and isometrics and is easy on 11/21-/12/12 Tue 1:30-3 p.m. $25 the joints. Each class consists of exercises done at the barre and on the floor and incorporates Pilates, yoga, weights, stretching, and intense muscle work to fatigue. All levels welcome. No class DROP IN (AMERICAN) 9/14 and 11/23. MAHJONG FREE! Instructor: Laura Martin (INTERMEDIATE LEVEL PLAYERS) 9/5-12/12 Tue 10:30-11:30 a.m. $225 Ages 18 and Older 9/7-12/14 Thu 9:30-10:30 a.m. $195 Rules of play are based on newly published guidelines from The National Mahjong League. SMALL GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING Every Mon Noon-3 p.m. Ages 18 and Older Every Fri 11 a.m.-2 p.m. This course will include weight, core, cardiovascular training, and stretching for small group, providing lots of personal LAURELHURST BOOK CLUB attention. All levels welcome. All levels welcome. No class 11/10 Ages 50 and Older FREE! and 11/24. Book Club meets the 3rd Wednesday of every Instructor: Laura Martin month. Books provided by Seattle Public Library and are 9/8-12/15 Fri 9:15-10 a.m. $195 available for pick up the Community Center. Book Club Leader: Sally Draper PILATES PLUS 9/20, 10/18, 11/15, and 12/20 Ages 18 and Older Wed 1-2 p.m. The class includes upper and lower body exercises and balance techniques. Instructor: Laura Martin 9/5-12/12 Tue 9:30-10:30 a.m. $225 CORE AND MORE-PILATES AND YOGA Ages 18 and Older This class is a slower pace with beginning level Pilates and Yoga; some light weights will be used at the end for upper body conditioning. Great class for all levels. No class on 9/14 and 11/23. Instructor: Laura Martin 9/7-12/14 Thu 10:30-11:30 a.m. $195

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register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2017 | 29 MAGNUSON CC ÌÌTOTS ONE ON ONE BASKETBALL: PLAYER MAGNUSON PRESCHOOL DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Magnuson now has preschool! Join Teacher Lis and Ages 10-12 your new friends to explore nature in Magnuson Park! The Player Development Program (PDP) is a focused basketball Registration is open now for September. Scholarships are training program that develops confidence in players who are available to all who qualify (apply at Magnuson CC). determined to get better. Whether you are a 6 year-old just getting PLEASE SEE PAGE 20 FOR DETAILS! into basketball…or you are 16 year-old aiming to be a starter on your varsity team, you will learn proper technique and individual Ì game strategy. Our PDP classes are small in size to ensure individual ÌYOUTH attention and intense focus. Train with One on One before the season…and YOU WILL GET BETTER. To learn more about One on INTRO TO AIKIDO One Basketball and determine which PDP color level is appropriate Ages 6-12 for you, visit us at www.1on1basketball.com. Try out aikido in this four-week introductory class. If you want Coach: One on One Staff to continue with aikido, register for the full course and the fee RED LEVEL GIRLS for the remainder of the course will be pro-rated. Also if you Ages 10-12 continue, receive a free cotton uniform, a $60 value! 9/20-11/8 Wed 5:30-6:30 p.m. $160 Instructor: Martha Levenson and One World Aikido Staff RED LEVEL BOYS 9/6-9/27 5:30-6:30 p.m. $42 Ages 10-12 9/20-11/8 Wed 6:30-7:30 p.m. $160 AIKIDO FOR KIDS Ages 6-12 Curious about the martial arts? Like tumbling? Aikido might be BOOM DANCE: HIP HOP KIDS just the thing! In class, children work on confidence, posture, Ages 7-10 footwork, foundational skills, and basic throws. Games keep Learn the creative and energetic dance steps of hip- learning fun, with plenty of interaction and individual attention. hop for fun or fitness. Hip-hop classes are designed for students Please wear comfortable long pants, sweats, or leggings. No to learn all facets, foundations, and basic fundamentals of hip- class 10/9, 10/11, and 11/22. hop. Students will leave class refreshed, with confidence and Instructor: Martha Levenson and One World Aikido Staff ready to strut their stuff. Students do not need to have any Location: Magnuson Park/Building 30 dance experience. From warm up and stretches, to isolations 9/6-12/20 M/W 5:30-6:30 p.m. $168 and choreography, students will SWAG their way out of class. Instructor: Boom Dance Studio Location: Magnuson Brig/View Ridge Room PARKOUR: RUN, JUMP, CLIMB! 9/19-10/24 Tue 5-6 p.m. $90 Ages 7-12 11/7-12/12 Tue 5-6 p.m. $90 Learn acrobatics and run obstacle courses! Parkour teaches how to use your body more effectively: how to climb, THANKSGIVING BREAK NATURE CAMP vault, and jump over obstacles. Learn safe techniques for Ages 6-12 acrobatics like rolling and falling safety. Class will include skill November 20-22 are Seattle Public Schools teacher-parent instruction, games, and supervised free time. conference days, so elementary students have a full day off! Instructor: Cordelia Storm, contestant on American Ninja Warrior Join us for three days filled with nature investigation, hands- 9/13-11/1 Wed 4-5:30 p.m. $108 on activities, and games inside our cozy classroom and our in the park. November reveals unique parts of Magnuson Park, including the lodge and dam built by our beaver family! Campers should bring a water bottle, lunch, morning and afternoon snacks, and appropriate clothing/shoes for outdoor activities. Educators: Magnuson Nature Educators and Nature Docents Location: Magnuson Brig/Hawthorne Hills Room 11/20-11/22 M-W 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $135

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WINTER BREAK NATURE CAMP Ages 6-12 SERVICE LEARNING HOURS Get ready for an amazing week of nature science exploration Ages 11-17 FREE! and investigation! Each day is filled with nature fun indoors Volunteer for nature programs, camps, and special and outdoors! Take hikes through Magnuson Park to enjoy the events at Magnuson Community Center! Call for more details: sights and sounds of our local wildlife, create nature art, and 206-684-7026. conduct plant experiments. Campers should bring a water bottle, lunch, morning and afternoon snacks, and appropriate LATE NIGHT clothing/shoes for outdoor activities. Ages 13-18 FREE! Educators: Magnuson Nature Educators and Nature Docents Come to Magnuson Late Night, just for teens! Location: Magnuson Brig/Hawthorne Hills Room With lots of indoor activities to fill your Friday night, including 12/18-12/22 M-F 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. $225 basketball, ping pong, racquetball, and wallyball. Relax with friends and watch a movie or play video games. There’s AFTER SCHOOL SPECIAL opportunities for off-campus field trips, including swimming, Ages 6-10 the art museum, and more. Meet new people and try something Drop in Thursdays for some free after school fun! Each week is a new! Must have completed E-13 form to participate. different activity. Come check it out! 9/8-12/29 Fri 7-11 p.m. Thu 4:30-6 p.m. 9/8 Back to School 9/7 Sprinkler Party (bathing suits needed) 10/27 Halloween Party 9/14 Closed 11/17 Basketball Turkey Shoot 9/21 Painting the Family Tree 12/29 New Year’s Bash 9/28 Ray’s Cooking Class 10/5 Bingo Blast Ì 10/12 Movie Madness and Snack ÌADULT 10/19 Magic Show by Louie Foxx 10/26 Craft Extravaganza RACQUETBALL 101 11/2 Root Beer Floats Ages 13 and Older 11/9 Pizza and Games Want to get into the growing indoor sport of 11/16 Spelling Bee racquetball? Try this intro clinic to develop serves, forehand 11/23 Closed for Thanksgiving and backhand strokes, positioning of the ball, and evaluating 11/30 Holiday Crafts your grip and swing. You’ll leave with practice drills to continue your development. This is also a great refresher course for those Ì getting back into the sport! Eyewear and non-marking shoes ÌTEENS are required. Racquets and eyewear available for free rental at the center. AIKIDO FOR TEENS/ADULTS Instructor: David Stob, certified racquetball instructor Ages 12 and Older 10/10 Tue 6:30-8:30 p.m. $55 Discipline and focus, self-confidence and flexibility are benefits 10/21 Sat 9:15-11:15 a.m. $55 of aikido! With plenty of interaction and individual attention, $5 partner discount we focus on posture, footwork, movement and throws. Gain self-awareness while increasing fitness, decrease stress, and AIKIDO FOR TEENS/ADULTS learn skills to stay calm through daily life. No class 10/9, 10/11, Ages 12 and Older and 11/22. Discipline and focus, self-confidence and flexibility are benefits Instructor: Martha Levenson and One World Aikido Staff of aikido! With plenty of interaction and individual attention, Location: Magnuson Park/Building 30 we focus on posture, footwork, movement, and throws. Gain 9/6-12/20 M/W 5:30-7 p.m. $196 self-awareness while increasing fitness, decrease stress, and learn skills to stay calm through daily life. No class 10/9, 10/11, and 11/22. Instructor: Martha Levenson and One World Aikido Staff Location: Magnuson Park/Building 30 9/6-12/20 M/W 5:30-7 p.m. $196

Ì CUSTOMIZE YOUR NATURE EXPERIENCE ÌNATURE PROGRAMS Schedule your own custom nature walk or class with an experienced guide and educator. Explore Magnuson’s park NATURE PROGRAM STAFF: trails and learn about our local wildlife. Walks can take you Emily Bishton through our wetlands, forest, grasslands, or other natural areas. Sarah Heater Classes begin in the Hawthorne Hills Room and then venture Magnuson Nature Educators into our nearby parks. Great for groups, scout troops, birthday Nature Docents events, or family reunions! Walk Leaders: Magnuson Nature Educators and Nature Docents FOR MORE INFORMATION: $80 for a 1-hour walk or class [email protected] $100 for a 1½-hour walk or class MagnusonNaturePrograms.com $150 for a 2-hour walk or class (Prices are for 12 children and 2 adults attendees. Extra fees apply per additional attendee, with a maximum of 18.) MAGNUSON PARK WALKING GROUP FREE! For more information, visit MagnusonNaturePrograms.com All Ages and click on the Nature Walks or Nature Classes link. Walk with a group as we explore the sights and sounds of Magnuson Park. Varied terrain and flexible pace and distance. All BIRTHDAY NATURE WALK AND PARTY ages welcome! Please call Anu before attending at 505-412-0274. Enjoy a 1-hour Custom Nature Walk in the park location of Start Location: Sand Point Tennis Center Entrance your choice, followed by a 1-hour birthday party in our cozy 10/8-12/17 Sun 10 a.m. and colorful classroom! We’ve got a freezer for your ice cream, serving space for your cake or other treats, and plenty of kid- MAGNUSON NATURE WALKS size tables and chairs. Our staff will lead a group game for the Come explore beautiful Magnuson Park with our nature kids when we arrive at the classroom, while you set up your educators! Join us as we watch and listen for songbirds, owls, refreshments. We’ll help everything go smoothly including the dragonflies, raptors, frogs, and other wildlife. Each walk features cleanup and recycling at the end! a variety of fun and educational hands-on activities that are $150 for 12 children and 2 adults sure to delight attendees of all ages. We provide binoculars for all, and keep a pace that is comfortable for children. For more information, visit MagnusonNaturePrograms.com and click on the Nature Walks or Nature Classes link or call Register online via SPARC or by calling Magnuson Community Magnuson Community Center at 206-684-7026 to book your Center at 206-684-7026. Drop-ins are welcome if we have birthday package. not yet reached our maximum of 25 attendees. For more information and a park map marked with all the start locations: MAGNUSON EXPLORER PACKS visit MagnusonNaturePrograms.com and click on the Nature Designed for families and small groups, these backpacks are Walks link. stuff with everything you need for a fun-filled, self-guided park adventure. Included are park maps, wildlife identification FAMILY FOREST WALK: BIRDS guides and charts, binoculars, and games, plus an activity book OF PROMONTORY POINT to take home. Choose from two different themes: Wetland All Ages Discoveries or Birds of Magnuson. Explorer packs are available Magnuson is home to around 200 bird species, and the for rental at Magnuson Community Center front desk. Promontory Point forest and meadow areas are its “birdiest” M-W 2:30-9 p.m. $5/rental parts! We’ll keep our eyes and ears out for raptors, woodpeckers, Thu 9 a.m.-9 p.m. $5/rental songbirds, and more, as we walk up and down the wood chip Fri 9 a.m.-7 p.m. $5/rental trails and stairs to the highest point in the park! Start Location: Sat 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $5/rental Park in lot #E-1 or #E-2 (off 65th and Lakeshore Drive), and follow the signs to meet at the red-roofed Environmental Education Pavilion off the little road on the west end of lot #E-1. Walk Leaders: Magnuson Nature Educators and Magnuson Nature Docents 9/9 Sat 10-11:30 a.m. $3/person (2 and younger free) 32 | FALL 2017 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. MAGNUSON CC

MAGNUSON PARK FIELD TRIP PROGRAM VOLUNTEER IN OUR GARDENS! Grades K-5 DEMONTRATION GARDENS Magnuson Park contains multiple distinct and diverse habitat Magnuson Community Center is surrounded by two fabulous areas, each with its own variety of birds, insects, plants, demonstration gardens. The Bird-friendly Landscape amphibians, and mammals. Our field trips include science- demonstrates how plants and other features attract birds and based, age-appropriate, outdoor investigation and exploration beneficial insects, and the Resource Conservation Landscape activities that are aligned with the Next Generation Science demonstrates how to use rock, healthy soil, and native plants Standards (NGSS). Choose from one of our four field trip themes, to stabilize slopes. Stop by for free brochures on how to each a guided adventure in a different part of the park. incorporate these garden features in your own yard!

Wetland Discoveries: CHILDREN’S GARDEN Magnuson Central and East Wetlands (90-minute) Magnuson Children’s Garden is tucked behind the Brig building. Birds of Magnuson: Its fantastic features include a Rolling Hill, Lookout, Salmon Promontory Point Forest (90-minute) Survival Path, and a giant Grey Whale Garden! The Children’s Life in the Garden: Garden is free to the public during Magnuson Park open hours Magnuson Children’s Garden and P-Patch (90-minute) and is also the headquarters for Magnuson Community Center Habitat Connections: Nature Programs’ camps, classes, and special events! Magnuson Historic District and the West Wetlands (2-hour) GARDEN STEWARDSHIP EVENTS Fall field trip season: 9/9-10/6 All Ages 90 min trip: Community volunteers are needed to help ensure that our $175 for the first 20 children, $7 per additional child gardens remain beautiful and sustainable for everyone. The 2-hour trip: Stewardship Team and Children’s Garden Committee provide $235 for the first 20 children, $9.50 per additional child simple tasks for all ages and abilities, as well as gloves, tools, Maximum class size: 30, unless special arrangements are and refreshments for all volunteers. Perfect for student made in advance service-learning projects, scouts, 4-H groups, and community members. For more information on the specific educational activities in each field trip theme, visit MagnusonNaturePrograms. For more information on upcoming stewardship events, visit com and click on the Field Trips link. Contact us at MagnusonNaturePrograms.com and click on the Volunteer/ [email protected] for more information Nature Docent link or check out MagnusonGarden.org and click or call Magnuson Community Center at 206-684-7026 to book on the Children’s Garden link. your field trip. JOIN THE MAGNUSON NATURE DOCENT PROGRAM! Magnuson Nature Docents receive free training on Magnuson Park’s diverse wetland, grassland, forest, and garden ecosystems, and its hundreds of species of birds, insects, and other wildlife! Nature Docents help staff educators guide nature walks, field trips, summer camps, classes, and special events, and are a valuable and much-appreciated part of our nature education programs. All ages and experience are welcome.

For more information, visit MagnusonNaturePrograms.com and click on the Volunteer/Nature Docent Program links.

register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2017 | 33 MEADOWBROOK CC ÌÌAT-A-GLANCE BARCODE ACTIVITY TITLE AGE DAY STARTS ENDS START TIME PRICE 161898 Flag Football 10 -11 Years TBD 9/11 11/7 6 p.m. $40 161892 Girls Volleyball 10 -11 Years TBD 9/12 11/7 5 p.m. $40 168208 Pure Stroke Pre-Season by One On 10-17 Years Thu 9/16 11/4 4 p.m. $160 One (Coed) 168236 Kendo:The Way of the Japanese 10 and Older Mon 9/11 12/18 7 p.m. $65/ Sword $130 168199 Player Development by One On One 11-13 Years Sat 9/16 10/28 11 a.m. $140 (Boys) 168218 Thrive Middle School Club - DAY 11-14 Years Fri 10/13 10/13 8 a.m. $45 CAMP 10/13 168223 Thrive Middle School Club - DAY 11-14 Years Mon 12/18 12/18 8 a.m. $45 CAMP 12/18 168224 Thrive Middle School Club - DAY 11-14 Years Tue 12/19 12/19 8 a.m. $42- CAMP 12/19 $45 168225 Thrive Middle School Club - DAY 11-14 Years Wed 12/20 12/20 8 a.m. $42- CAMP 12/20 $45 168226 Thrive Middle School Club - DAY 11-14 Years Thu 12/21 12/21 8 a.m. $42- CAMP 12/21 $45 168227 Thrive Middle School Club - DAY 11-14 Years Fri 12/22 12/22 8 a.m. $42- CAMP 12/22 $45 168228 Thrive Middle School Club - DAY 11-14 Years Tue 12/26 12/26 8 a.m. $42- CAMP 12/26 $45 168229 Thrive Middle School Club - DAY 11-14 Years Wed 12/27 12/27 8 a.m. $42- CAMP 12/27 $45 168230 Thrive Middle School Club - DAY 11-14 Years Thu 12/28 12/28 8 a.m. $42- CAMP 12/28 $45 168231 Thrive Middle School Club - DAY 11-14 Years Fri 12/29 12/29 8 a.m. $42- CAMP 12/29 $45 168235 Thrive Middle School Club Dec 11-14 Years M-F 12/1 12/29 3:30 p.m. $326 168234 Thrive Middle School Club Nov 11-14 Years M-F 11/1 11/30 2:15 p.m. $326 168233 Thrive Middle School Club Oct 11-14 Years M-F 10/2 10/31 3:30 p.m. $326 168232 Thrive Middle School Club Sept 11-14 Years M-F 9/6 9/5 2:15 p.m. $326 161893 Girls Volleyball 12-13 Years TBD 9/12 11/7 6 p.m. $40 161897 Girls Volleyball 12-13 Years TBD 9/12 11/7 7 p.m. $40 161899 Flag Football 12-14 Years TBD 9/11 11/7 6 p.m. $40 168022 Ballroom and Latin Dance Adults 12 and Older Tue 9/5 10/17 8 p.m. $77 168023 Ballroom and Latin Dance Adults 12 and Older Tue 10/24 10/5 8 p.m. $77 168168 Community Kitchen: Pizza 12 and Older Wed 10/18 10/18 6 p.m. $20 168170 Community Kitchen: Gifts From the 12 and Older Wed 12/6 12/6 6 p.m. $25 Kitchen 168167 Community Kitchen: Grilled Burgers 12 and Older Wed 9/20 9/20 6 p.m. $20 and Fries 168169 Community Kitchen: Sweet and 12 and Older Wed 11/15 11/15 6 p.m. $20 Savory Pies 168171 Goju-Ryu Karate (INTER/ADV) 14 and Older Sat 9/2 12/14 10 a.m. $70 168172 Goju-Ryu Karate (BEG/INTER) 14 and Older Thu 9/7 12/16 7 p.m. $70 168166 Circuit Training Adult (Dec) 18 and Older Mon 12/4 12/18 6:30 p.m. $26

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BARCODE ACTIVITY TITLE AGE DAY STARTS ENDS START TIME PRICE 168034 Circuit Training Adult (Nov) 18 and Older Mon 11/6 11/27 6:30 p.m. $48 168032 Circuit Training Adult (Oct) 18 and Older Mon 10/2 10/30 6:30 p.m. $60 168031 Circuit Training Adult (Sep) 18 and Older Mon 9/11 9/25 6:30 p.m. $36 168194 Intro to Personal Fitness (Dec) 18 and Older Mon 12/4 12/4 7:35 p.m. $12 168193 Intro to Personal Fitness (Nov) 18 and Older Mon 11/6 11/6 7:35 p.m. $12 168191 Intro to Personal Fitness (Oct) 18 and Older Mon 10/2 10/2 7:35 p.m. $12 168189 Intro to Personal Fitness (Sep) 18 and Older Mon 9/11 9/11 7:35 p.m. $12 168200 Pre K Sports Session 1 2-3 Years Thu 9/21 10/26 9:30 a.m. $66 168204 Pre K Sports Session 2 2-3 Years Thu 11/2 12/14 9:30 a.m. $66 168202 Pre K Sports Session 1 3-4 Years Thu 9/7 10/26 10:15 a.m. $66 168205 Pre K Sports Session 2 3-4 Years Thu 11/2 12/14 10:15 a.m. $66 168206 Pre-Ballet Session 1 3-6 Years Thu 9/21 10/19 3:15 p.m. $72 168207 Pre-Ballet Session 2 3-6 Years Thu 11/2 12/7 3:15 p.m. $72 168175 Instructional Hoops League for K 5-6 Years Sat 11/4 12/16 9 a.m. $135 (Coed) 168176 Instructional Hoops League for 1st Graders Sat 11/4 12/16 10 a.m. $135 (Coed) 168016 Ballet 1 Session 1 5-7 Years Thu 9/21 10/19 4 p.m. $72 168017 Ballet 1 Session 2 5-7 Years Thu 11/2 10/19 4 p.m. $72 161894 Flag Football 6-7 Years TBD 9/11 11/7 6 p.m. $40 168196 Player Development by One On One 6-8 Years Sat 9/16 10/28 9 a.m. $140 (Coed) 168214 Short Shots Basketball 6-10 Years Thu 10/5 12/18 5 p.m. $63 168185 Instructional Hoops League for 2nd 7-8 Years Sat 11/4 12/16 11 a.m. $135 BOYS 168186 Instructional Hoops League for 2nd 7-8 Years Sat 11/4 12/16 12 p.m. $135 GIRLS 168013 Advanced Karate (Nov) 7 and Older M/W/F 11/3 11/29 6:30 p.m. $60 168015 Advanced Karate (Nov) 7 and Older M/W/F 12/1 12/29 6:30 p.m. $60 168011 Advanced Karate (Oct) 7 and Older M/M/F 10/2 10/30 6:30 p.m. $60 168010 Advanced Karate (Sept) 7 and Older M/W/F 9/1 9/29 6:30 p.m. $60 168029 Beginning Karate (Dec) 7 and Older M/W 12/4 12/27 6:30 p.m. $30 168028 Beginning Karate (Nov) 7 and Older M/W 11/1 11/29 6:30 p.m. $30 168026 Beginning Karate (Oct) 7 and Older M/W 10/2 10/30 6:30 p.m. $30 168025 Beginning Karate (Sep) 7 and Older M/W 9/6 9/27 6:30 p.m. $30 168198 Player Development by One On One 8-11 Years Sat 9/16 10/28 10 a.m. $140 (Coed) 161896 Flag Football 8-9 Years TBD 9/11 11/7 6 p.m. $40 168464 Fun! Fit 16 and Older Tue 9/12 12/12 6 p.m. $65 168462 Fun! Fit 16 and Older Thu 9/21 12/21 6 p.m. $60 168469 Native America Storytelling All Ages Sat 11/4 1-2:30 p.m. $3

Ì SHORT SHOTS BASKETBALL ÌTOTS Ages 6-10 Get your child started by learning the fundamentals of PRE-BALLET basketball. In this class, participants will get to practice body Ages 3-4 coordination while learning the importance of teamwork in a Boys and girls learn ballet positions and steps in a fun fun and noncompetitive environment. and encouraging environment that incorporates creative Instructor: Coach Alvin exploration as well as traditional ballet technique. Girls should 10/5-11/16 Thu 5-6 p.m. $63 wear a leotard, tights, and ballet slippers. Boys should wear a t-shirt, shorts, and ballet slippers. Hair should be secured back KENDO: THE WAY OF THE from face. Guests are invited to watch class on the last day. No JAPANESE SWORD class 11/23. Ages 10 and Older Instructor: Charla Jennings Kendo is a path towards self-improvement through training 9/21-10/26 Thu 3:15-4 p.m. $72 in the ways of the Japanese sword. Meadowbrook Kendo 11/2-12/14 Thu 3:15-4 p.m. $72 Dojo offers beginning and advanced practitioners year round training in basic and advanced sword techniques along with PRE-K SPORTS teaching the cultural and traditional aspects of Japanese Ages 2-4 martial arts. No class 9/4. Have fun with Coach Sue as she introduces your child to a Instructor: T.konno, Kendo Kyoshi 7th Dan. variety of different sports. Your child will explore basketball, Location: Meadowbrook Teen Life Center t-ball, tennis, soccer, and more! As always, we will focus on 9/11-12/18 Mon 7-8:30 p.m. $65/Youth teamwork and good sportsmanship! Parent participation is $130/Adult welcomed, but not required. No class 11/23. Instructor: Coach Sue Ages 2-3 KARATE 9/21-10/26 Thu 9:30-10:15 a.m. $66 Ages 7 and Older 11/2-12/14 Thu 9:30-10:15 a.m. $66 Learn the practice of Karate. You will exercise a variety of Ages 3-4 techniques including blocks, strikes, evasions, throws, and joint 9/21-10/26 Thu 10:15-11 a.m. $66 manipulations. No Class 9/4, 11/10, 11/24, and 12/25. 11/2-12/14 Thu 10:15-11 a.m. $66 Instructor: Nihad Khalaf BEGINNING Ì 9/6-9/27 M/W 6:30-7:30 p.m. $30 ÌYOUTH 10/2-10/30 M/W 6:30-7:30 p.m. $30 11/1-11/29 M/W 6:30-7:30 p.m. $30 BALLET 1 12/4-12/27 M/W 6:30-7:30 p.m. $30 Ages 5-7 ADVANCED Boys and girls learn ballet positions and steps in a fun 9/1-9/29 M/W/F 6:30-8:30 p.m. $60 and encouraging environment that incorporates creative 10/2-10/30 M/W/F 6:30-8:30 p.m. $60 exploration as well as traditional ballet technique. Girls should 11/3-11-29 M/W/F 6:30-8:30 p.m. $60 wear a leotard, tights, and ballet slippers. Boys should wear a 12/1-12/29 M/W/F 6:30-8:30 p.m. $60 t-shirt, shorts, and ballet slippers. Hair should be secured back from face. Guests are invited to watch class on the last day. No class 11/23. Instructor: Charla Jennings 9/21-10/19 Thu 4:4-45 p.m. $72 Pase regisr 11/2-12/14 Thu 4:4-45 p.m. $72 rly avoid disappoi me . SOMETIMES COURSES ARE CANCELED BECAUSE PEOPLE WAIT TOO LONG TO REGISTER!

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THRIVE MIDDLE SCHOOL CLUB ONE ON ONE BASKETBALL: PURE STROKE Ages 11-14 PRE-SEASON SHOOTING CLINIC Want a fun, safe destination for your middle school student? Ages 10-17 Give them the opportunity to be a part of our afternoon If you want to be an incredibly consistent shooter, you have to Middle School Club, Thrive. Thrive will give students the chance learn correct technique, and train your body how to work like to participate in homework time, leadership opportunities, a machine. Coach Stu Michie will teach you the mechanics of cooking classes, fitness programs, enrichment activities, shooting piece by piece and how to correct yourself right away technology programs, and more. No class 9/4, 9/14, 11/10, 11/23, if you miss. Coach Michie studied shooting technique under the 11/24, and 12/25. famous NBA shooting coach Buzz Braman. Learn the “Braman 9/5-9/29 M-F 3:15-6 p.m. $326 Method” from Coach Michie and his staff, and you will be 10/2-10/31 M-F 3:15-6 p.m. $326 amazed at the results and confidence you gain going into the 11/1-11/30 M-F 3:15-6 p.m. $326 season. For both boys and girls! 12/1-12/29 M-F 3:15-6 p.m. $326 Instructor: One on One Staff 4 Days/Week $294; 3 Days/Week $277 9/16-11/4 Sat 4-5 p.m. $160

DAY CAMP DAYS: ONE ON ONE: K-2ND GRADE 4/10-4/14 M-F 8 a.m.-6 p.m. $220 INSTRUCTIONAL HOOPS LEAGUE $47/Day Ages 6-9 $3/Day sibling discount can be applied Introduce your little player to basketball the One on One way! Our instructional league provides progressive motor-skill building and fun, low-pressure environment. Each week, teams will work on fundamental skills with a One on One coach in rotating stations. We will put these fundamental skills to task in controlled scrimmages that will be coached and refereed by our One on One coaches. Form a team from your school or register as an individual and be placed on a team. It’s the ideal ONE ON ONE BASKETBALL: PLAYER introduction to being on a team! No class 11/25. DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM Instructor: One on One Staff Ages 6-13 Kindergarten Coed The Player Development Program (PDP) is a focused basketball 11/4-12/16 Sat 9-10 a.m. $135 training program that develops confidence in players who are 1st Grade Coed determined to get better. Whether you are a 6 year-old just 11/4-12/16 Sat 10-11 a.m. $135 getting into basketball…or you are 16 year-old aiming to be 2nd Grade Boys a starter on your varsity team, you will learn proper technique 11/4-12/16 Sat 11 a.m.-Noon $135 and individual game strategy. Our PDP classes are small in size 2nd Grade Girls to ensure individual attention and intense focus. Train with One 11/4-12/16 Sat Noon-1 p.m. $135 on One before the season…and YOU WILL GET BETTER. To learn more about One on One Basketball and determine which PDP ONE ON ONE BASKETBALL: SCHOOL color level is appropriate for you, visit us at www.1on1basketball. DAY OFF HOOPS CAMP com. Ages 6-12 Instructor: One on One Staff Don’t get bored when school is off… GET BETTER! One on One WHITE LEVEL COED has been at the forefront of youth basketball development Ages 6-8 since 1991. Our school off-day camps are a great way to stay 9/16-10/28 Sat 9-10 a.m. $140 active, improve your skills, and meet new friends! We guarantee YELLOW LEVEL COED you will learn, sweat, and HAVE FUN! Ages 8-11 Instructor: One on One Staff 9/16-10/28 Sat 10-11 a.m. $140 10/13 Fri 9 a.m.-5 p.m. $65 RED LEVEL GIRLS Ages 11-13 (split court) 9/16-10/28 Sat 11 a.m.-Noon $140 RED LEVEL BOYS Ages 11-13 (split court) 9/16-10/28 Sat 11 a.m.-Noon $140

ONE ON ONE BASKETBALL HOLIDAY HOOPS CAMP JAZZERCISE AT MEADOWBROOK Get healthy and Ages 6-12 fit in a friendly environment. Grab a mat/towel and a water Winter Break is long, but it does not need to be boring! Join bottle and get started today. Classes are ongoing, so come us for our 6th Annual Holiday Hoops Camp. We will have fun to any class to start. Register for Jazzercise with the instructor and get great exercise while improving our fundamentals over onsite. This program is not operated by the Meadowbrook the long winter break! Drills, games, competitions, scrimmages, Advisory Council or Seattle Parks and Recreation. and prizes!!! M/W/F 9:15-10:15 a.m. Instructor: One on One Staff Easy Fitness Ticket (EFT) (monthly pass-automated 12/18-12/22 M-F 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $220 payment) $45; 12/26-12/29 T-F 9 a.m.-3 p.m. $180 Unlimited Monthly Pass (pay per month) $65; 4-Class Punch Card (one month expiration) $42; BABYSITTING CERTIFICATION Drop-in: $15 Ages 11-15 This class, taught by a CPR instructor/parent, is a fun, interactive workshop providing 11-15 year-olds the essential skills they must Ì know in order to obtain babysitting work. The course includes ÌADULTS role play, video lessons, instructor led discussions, and hands- on skills training to give potential babysitters the confidence to COMMUNITY KITCHEN responsibly care for the infants and children in their charge. An Ages 12 and Older ASHI (American Safety and Health Institute) certification card Sustainable NE Seattle and the Meadowbrook Community Center is issued upon completion of the training. This class includes a are joining together to create a community kitchen which brings CPR review, but does not include CPR certification. people together around food in a shared space to plan, cook, learn, Enroll at www.cprseattle.com and eat together. These meals are focused on food that is healthy 10/14 Sat 9:15 a.m.-1:45 p.m. $45 for people and the planet, i.e. organic and vegetarian. An added bonus of cooking together is the economic benefit of purchasing food in bulk and saving fuel resources. Participants will prepare food, eat together, and have food to take home. Participants are asked to bring dishes/cookware to bring home their portion of the food that is prepared.

GRILLED BURGERS AND FRIES Three kinds of vegetarian burgers- curried red lentil, Portobello and peach, and beet burger, sweet potato fries, and large salad berry desert. 9/20 Wed 6-9:30 p.m. $20

PIZZA Three kinds of pizza and a salad: Traditional with feta, peppers, spinach and tomato sauce; Vegan with pesto base; Pissaladiere from Provence; a large salad, and buttered pears, and apples. 10/18 Wed 6-9:30 p.m. $20

SWEET AND SAVORY PIES Four kinds of pie: squash pie, mocha pecan pie, mushroom pie, baked spinach and feta pie, and a green salad. 11/15 Wed 6-9:30 p.m. $20

GIFTS FROM THE KITCHEN Creating five different gifts: multi-bean soup mix, truffles, butterscotch sauce, dukkah, and bitters. We will also have a pot of soup and bread ready to eat. 12/6 Wed 6-9:30 p.m. $25

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FUN! FIT Ages 16 and Older This is full body workout that targets all of the major muscle groups. We will increase strength, decrease body fat, and improve overall conditioning. Class format will change slightly, but we will focus on essentials: cardio, strength training, and a proper cool down which includes stretching. Depending on weather conditions, this may take place outdoors. No class 9/5, 9/7, 9/14, 11/23, 11/28, 11/30, 12/19, and 12/26. Instructor: Maricres Tuliao ACE Certified 9/12-12/12 Tue 6-7 p.m. $65 9/21-12/21 Thu 6-7 p.m. $60 BALLROOM AND LATIN DANCE Ages 12 and Older Each session is custom tailored to the majority of the participants’ requests covering the Tango, Cha-Cha, Foxtrot, Rumba, Waltz, Swing, and Salsa. Come by yourself or with a partner. Please remember your dancing shoes! Instructor: Charla Jennings, Certified Ballroom Dance Instructor 9/5-10/10 Tue 8-9 p.m. $77 GOJU-RYU KARATE 10/24-12/5 Tue 8-9 p.m. $77 (BEG/INT AND INT/ADV) Ages 14 and Older CIRCUIT TRAINING Self-defense, awareness, and physical and mental development Ages 18 and Older are all incorporated into the study of this Okinawan/Japanese Circuit training will improve your cardiovascular and muscle karate style. Goju Ryu, the "hard-gentle system" uses both endurance. Whether you are looking to get back into shape linear and circular techniques to subdue and control an or improve your overall fitness level, then this is the class for attacker. We will practice fundamental techniques and kata. you! This class is found to be a great way to create lasting and Interaction with partners will focus on practical self-defense supportive friendships with neighbors who are also interested and effective movements. Additional focus is on analyzing and in improving/maintaining their overall health. No class 9/4. understanding the broader world of the martial arts. This dojo Instructor: Rick Buyce, ACE Certified was established in 1994 and is certified by the international 9/11-9/25 Mon 6:30-7:30 p.m. $36 Goju-Ryu Karate-Do Kyokai. No class 9/14 and 11/23. 10/2-10/30 Mon 6:30-7:30 p.m. $60 Instructor: Carol Gittins, 7th Dan. 11/6-11/27 Mon 6:30-7:30 p.m. $48 BEG/INT 12/4-12/18 Mon 6:30-7:30 p.m. $36 9/7-12/14 Thu 7-9 p.m. $70 INT/ADV INTRO TO PERSONAL FITNESS 9/2-12/16 Sat 10:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $70 Ages 18 and Older Learn to use our fitness equipment safely and effectively, plus KENDO: THE WAY OF THE learn how to properly warm-up, exercise, and stretch. Then JAPANESE SWORD design a training program tailored to your fitness level and Ages 10 and Older goals with the help of our fitness expert. If none of these dates Kendo is a path towards self-improvement through training and times works for you, please ask the front desk to schedule in the ways of the Japanese sword. Meadowbrook Kendo you a private or semi-private class ($40). Dojo offers beginning and advanced practitioners year round Instructor: Rick Buyce, ACE Certified training in basic and advanced sword techniques along with 9/11 Mon 7:35-8:45 p.m. $12 teaching the cultural and traditional aspects of Japanese 10/2 Mon 7:35-8:45 p.m. $12 martial arts. No class 9/4. 11/6 Mon 7:35-8:45 p.m. $12 Instructor: T.konno, Kendo Kyoshi 7th Dan. 12/4 Mon 7:35-8:45 p.m. $12 Location: Meadowbrook CC Gym 9/11-12/18 Mon 7-8:30 p.m. $65/Youth $130/Adult

ÌÌAT-A-GLANCE BARCODE ACTIVITY TITLE AGE DAY STARTS ENDS START TIME PRICE 167304 Nurturing Pathways for Babies 3 mo-Walking Thu 9/21 11/16 11 a.m.-Noon $171 167303 Nurturing Pathways for Waddlers/ Walking- Thu 9/21 11/16 10-10:45 a.m. $171 Toddlers 30months 167283 Creative Movement 2-3 Years Thu 9/21 10/26 Noon-12:45 p.m. $75 167284 Creative Movement 2-3 Years Thu 10/26 12/14 Noon-12:45 p.m. $75 167306 Kidz Love Soccer - Mommy/Daddy & 2-3.5 Years Fri 9/22 10/27 5:30-6 p.m. $76 Me Soccer 167309 Kidz Love Soccer - Mommy/Daddy & 2-3.5 Years Fri 11/3 12/15 6-6:30 p.m. $66 Me Soccer 167312 Toddler Sports Sampler 2-4 Years Thu 9/21 10/26 12:30-1:15 p.m. $45 167313 Toddler Sports Sampler 2-4 Years Thu 11/2 12/14 12:30-1:15 p.m. $45 167315 Messy Art For Toddlers 2-5 Years Tue 9/19 10/24 Noon-12:30 p.m. $55 167316 Messy Art For Toddlers 2-5 Years Thu 9/21 10/26 11:15-11:45 a.m. $55 167317 Messy Art For Toddlers 2-5 Years Thu 9/21 10/26 Noon-12:30 p.m. $55 167318 Messy Art For Toddlers 2-5 Years Tue 11/7 12/12 11:15-11:45 a.m. $55 167319 Messy Art For Toddlers 2-5 Years Tue 11/7 12/12 Noon-12:30 p.m. $55 167321 Messy Art For Toddlers 2-5 Years Thu 11/9 12/14 Noon-12:30 p.m. $47 167314 Messy Art For Toddlers 2-5 Years Tue 9/19 10/24 11:15-11:45 a.m. $55 167320 Messy Art For Toddlers 2-5 Years Thu 11/9 12/14 11:15-11:45 a.m. $47 167308 Kidz Love Soccer - Tot/Pre-Soccer 3.5-5 Years Fri 9/22 10/27 6:10-6:45 p.m. $76 167310 Kidz Love Soccer - Tot/Pre-Soccer 3.5-5 Years Fri 11/3 12/15 5:15-5:50 p.m. $66 167285 Pre-Ballet 3-4 Years Thu 9/21 10/26 12:45-1:30 p.m. $75 167286 Pre-Ballet 3-4 Years Thu 11/2 12/14 12:45-1:30 p.m. $75 167307 Kidz Love Soccer -Soccer 1 5-6 Years Fri 9/22 10/27 6:45-7:30 p.m. $76 167311 Kidz Love Soccer -Soccer 1 5-6 Years Fri 11/3 12/15 4:30-5:15 p.m. $66 167305 INSTRUCTIONAL CO-ED BASKETBALL 6-7 Years Wed 11/29 3/7 5 p.m.-6 p.m. $70 Varies Drumming Contact Miller Coummunity Center for Registration 206-684-4753 Varies Flag Football Co-Ed Contact Miller Coummunity Center for Registration 206-684-4753 Varies Girls Volleyball Contact Miller Coummunity Center for Registration 206-684-4753

40 | FALL 2017 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. MILLER CC Ì MESSY ART FOR TODDLERS ÌTOTS Ages 2-5 Hands-on experience with arts and crafts you might not want NURTURING PATHWAYS FOR to try at home. The joy of creative thinking and self-expression WADDLERS/TODDLERS ® are brought to life using mixed media. Parents act as child’s Ages 12-30 Months assistant and there is a max of 6 kids per class so sign up fast for Nurturing Pathways for Waddlers/Toddlers (walking to 30 this fun class. Dress appropriately. No class 11/23. months). Enrich every area of your child’s development while Instructor: Jocelyn Rombough building a closer bond. Have fun exploring dance concepts, 9/19-10/24 Tue 11:15-11:45 a.m. $55 doing rhyming exercises, playing musical instruments together, 9/19-10/24 Tue Noon-12:30 p.m. $55 and challenging motor sequencing and gross motor skills with 9/21-10/26 Thu 11:15-11:45 a.m. $55 obstacle courses that will refine their coordination and develop 9/21-10/26 Thu Noon-12: 30 p.m. $55 their musical skills. An extra supply fee of $28 will be charged to 11/7-12/12 Tue 11:15-11:45 a.m. $55 new participants on the first day of class. 11/7-12/12 Tue Noon-12:30 p.m. $55 Instructor: Megan Frazer 11/9-12/14 Thu 11:15-11:45 a.m. $47 9/21-11/16 Thu 10-10:45 a.m. $171 11/9-12/14 Thu Noon-12:30 p.m. $47 NURTURING PATHWAYS FOR BABIES® PRE-BALLET Ages 3 Months-12 Months Ages 3-4 A unique class for you and your baby to explore creative dance, This class teaches the basics of correct body alignment and movement, and music. Enjoy tummy time, play instruments, proper ballet technique in a creative, nurturing environment. exercise baby's body, enjoy folk dances, Waltz together and learn Through introducing students to the basic shapes, patterns, infant massage. Bond with your baby and build relationships and concepts of classical dance, this curriculum enhances both with other parents while you enjoy creative dance activities. cognitive and physical development at this important time. No Learn throughout the class about your baby’s development class 11/23. and take home playful, fun exercises. An extra supply fee of $28 Instructor: Ciara McCormack will be charged to new participants on the first day of class. 9/21-10/26 Thu 12:45-1:30 p.m. $75 Instructor: Megan Frazer 11/2-12/14 Thu 12:45-1:30 p.m. $75 9/21-11/16 Thu 11 a.m.-Noon $171 KIDZ LOVE SOCCER: TOT/PRE-SOCCER TODDLER SPORTS SAMPLER Ages 3½-5 Ages 2-4 Little tykes will enjoy running and kicking just like the big kids! This class introduces young children to sports skills, coordination Teaches the basic techniques of the game and builds self- exercises, fun obstacle courses, and cooperative play. Parent esteem through participation and fun soccer activities. Children participation is encouraged-have fun learning about soccer, learn to follow instructions in a nurturing, age appropriate volleyball, basketball, tennis, and much more with your little environment. Shin guards are required after the first meeting. one. No class 11/23. No class 11/10 and 11/24. 9/21-10/26 Thu 12:30-1:15 p.m. $45 9/22-10/27 Fri 6:10-6:45 p.m. $76 11/2-12/14 Thu 12:30-1:15 p.m. $45 11/3-12/15 Fri 6:10-6:45 p.m. $66 CREATIVE MOVEMENT KIDZ LOVE SOCCER: MOMMY/ Ages 2-3 DADDY & ME SOCCER In this class, we'll super-charge our minds and imaginations Ages 2- 3½ through creative movement and the basics of ballet. Throughout Introduce yourself and your toddler to the “World’s Most each class, we will use music, stories, and games to explore the Popular Game!” As you and your child participate in our fun foundational concepts of dance and introduce students to the age-appropriate activities, your child will be developing their shapes and patterns of classical ballet. No class 11/23. gross motor skills and socialization skills. The fun happens on Instructor: Ciara McCormack the field, and in Mommy/Daddy & Me Soccer, parents are part 9/21-10/26 Thu Noon-12:45 p.m. $75 of the action, not watching from the sidelines! No class 11/10 11/2-12/14 Thu Noon-12:45 p.m. $75 and 11/24. 9/22-10/27 Fri 5:30-6 p.m. $76 11/3-12/15 Fri 5:30-6 p.m. $66

register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2017 | 41 MILLER CC ÌÌTEENS VINYASA YOGA Ages 12-30 Months AFTER SCHOOL TEEN DROP-IN All levels, all bodies vinyasa yoga class. Students will Ages 11-17 FREE! be guided through a series of yoga postures (asanas) linking Daily activities set up by teens for teens-volleyball, breath to movement, increasing strength and flexibility of body basketball, crafts, and more. Miller also offers a homework and mind. computer station and free Wi-Fi access. Instructor: Lauren Rasukin Sep-Dec M-F 3:30-5 p.m. 10/4-10/30 M/W 6-7 p.m. $50 11/1-11/29 M/W 6-7 p.m. $50 TEEN TUTOR PROGRAM 12/4-12/20 M/W 6-7 p.m. $50 Ages 11-17 FREE! Connect with fellow teens that can help you Ì succeed in the classroom. Volunteer tutors and those who seek ÌYOUTH help are asked to email [email protected]. Sep-Dec M-F 3-7 p.m. KIDZ LOVE SOCCER-SOCCER 1 BY APPOINTMENT Ages 5-6 Players will learn dribbling, passing, receiving, shooting, age- WEEK WITHOUT VIOLENCE specific defense, and more! Fun skill games are played at every Ages 11-17 FREE! session and every participant will have a ball at his or her feet. Join teens taking action against all forms of Small-sided soccer matches will be introduced gradually. Shin violence. Miller teens will travel to local centers this week to guards are required after the first meeting. No class 11/10 and support anti-violence themed events. Fun is guaranteed! For a 11/24. complete and updated list of events and how to get involved, 9/22-10/27 Fri 6:45-7:30 p.m. $76 email [email protected]. E-13 participation form is 11/3-12/15 Fri 6:45-7:30 p.m. $66 required. Location: Various Community Centers and Parks DRUM LESSONS 10/17-10/21 TBD Ages 6 and Older Learn expression through music! This Miller Community Center DINNER AND A MOVIE drum class is a fun experience where lessons are tailored to Ages 11-17 FREE! each individual student. Lessons include reading music, playing Come to Miller Community Center and learn basic by ear, music theory, and composition. Lessons are 30 minutes culinary skills every Wednesday starting at 3:30 p.m. You will long. Call Miller at 206-684-4753 to see what slots are available. learn about nutrition while having fun with other teens. You 9/11-10/23 Mon 4-8 p.m. $150 will also learn how to make healthy meals that are quick, easy, 11/6-12/18 Mon 4-8 p.m. $150 and not lacking in taste in this class. Then relax in the teen room while watching a movie. CUB BASKETBALL 2nd and 4th Wed/month 3:30-7:30 p.m. Ages 8-9 Participate in Miller Community Center's Cub basketball league EXPLORING SEATTLE for 8 and 9 year-old girls and boys. This program provides young Ages 13-17 FREE! athletes the opportunity to learn basic rules, develop their skills Come to Miller Community Center and explore and work as a team. Our goal is to create a positive learning Seattle with us. We will visit landmarks, museums, Zoo, MoPop experience for each player during practices and games. Practice (Museum of Pop Culture), parks and much more. For a complete times will be determined by mid-November. Games take place and updated list of events and how to get involved, email buck. at neighboring Community Centers and are typically on Friday [email protected]. E-13 participation form is required. evenings. Games begin in early January and run through early 1st Fri/month 3:30-7:30 p.m. March. Youth Sports Medical Authorization form, Concussion form, and Payment must be fully complete to be registered for this program. Volunteer coaches are always needed. Registration: 11/27/17-3/09/18 Practice: TBD 1/12/18 $85

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ÌÌAT-A-GLANCE BARCODE ACTIVITY TITLE AGE DAY STARTS ENDS START TIME PRICE 167975 Nurturing Pathways for Babies 3 Months-1 Wed 9/20 11/8 11:15 a.m. $171 Year 167976 Nurturing Pathways for Waddlers/ 1-2.5 Years Wed 9/20 11/8 10 a.m. $171 Toddlers 167904 Creative Movement 2-3 Years Fri 9/8 10/20 11:30 a.m. $75 167906 Creative Movement 2-3 Years Fri 10/27 12/15 11:30 a.m. $65 167995 Pre-Ballet 3-4 Years Fri 9/8 9/8 12:30 p.m. $75 167996 Pre-Ballet 3-4 Years Fri 10/27 12/15 12:30 p.m. $65 167914 Indoor Nerf Soccer 4-5 Years Wed 9/13 10/18 4:30 p.m. $55 167915 Indoor Nerf Soccer 4-5 Years Wed 11/1 12/6 4:30 p.m. $55 167997 Pre-Ballet 2 4-5 Years Fri 9/8 9/8 1:30 p.m. $75 167998 Pre-Ballet 2 4-5 Years Fri 10/27 12/15 1:30 p.m. $65 167982 Parents' Night Out 5-12 Years Fri 9/29 9/29 5:30 p.m. $25 167984 Parents' Night Out 5-12 Years Fri 10/20 10/20 5:30 p.m. $25 167986 Parents' Night Out 5-12 Years Fri 12/8 12/8 5:30 p.m. $25 162896 Flag Football Co-Ed 6-7 Years TBA 9/27 11/12 11 p.m. $35 167918 INSTRUCTIONAL CO-ED BASKETBALL 6-7 Years TBA 11/29 3/9 11 p.m. $85 167916 Indoor Nerf Soccer 6-8 Years Wed 9/13 10/18 5:30 p.m. $55 167917 Indoor Nerf Soccer 6-8 Years Wed 11/1 12/6 5:30 p.m. $55

BARCODE ACTIVITY TITLE AGE DAY STARTS ENDS START TIME PRICE 168005 Youth Pottery 6-13 Years Mon 9/18 10/23 4:30 p.m. $60 168006 Youth Pottery 6-13 Years Mon 11/6 12/11 4:30 p.m. $460 168003 Tri-Hara Karate Youth Class 6-18 Years Sat 9/9 10/28 9 a.m. $25 168004 Tri-Hara Karate Youth Class 6-18 Years Sat 11/4 12/16 9 a.m. $25 167991 Piano Lessons (Thursday) 6 and Older Thu 9/21 12/14 3 p.m. $275 167989 Piano Lessons (Tuesday) 6 and Older Tue 9/12 12/12 3 p.m. $275 167990 Piano Lessons (Wednesday) 6 and Older Wed 9/20 12/13 3 p.m. $275 167999 Saxophone/Flute Lessons 6 and Older Wed 9/13 11/8 4 p.m. $225 168000 Saxophone/Flute Lessons 6 and Older Wed 11/15 12/20 4 p.m. $150 162897 Flag Football Co-Ed 8-9 Years TBA 9/27 11/12 11 p.m. $35 167977 OKINAWAN KARATE-DO 8 and Older M/W 9/11 11/1 6:30 p.m. $79 167979 OKINAWAN KARATE-DO 8 and Older M/W 10/30 112/20 6:30 p.m. $79 162898 Flag Football Co-Ed 10 -11 Years TBA 9/27 11/12 11 p.m. $35 162923 Girls Volleyball 10-18 Years TBA 9/13 11/22 11 p.m. $40 162899 Flag Football Co-Ed 12-13 Years TBA 9/27 11/12 11 p.m. $35 167919 M.A.C. (Montlake Activity Center) 12-15 Years Fri 9/15 9/15 5:30 p.m. Free Teen Night 167920 M.A.C. (Montlake Activity Center) 12-15 Years Fri 10/20 10/20 5:30 p.m. Free Teen Night 167921 M.A.C. (Montlake Activity Center) 12-15 Years Fri 11/17 11/17 5:30 p.m. Free Teen Night 167922 M.A.C. (Montlake Activity Center) 12-15 Years Fri 12/15 12/15 5:30 p.m. Free Teen Night 162900 Flag Football Co-Ed 14-15 Years TBA 9/27 11/12 11 p.m. $35 167770 Cooking - Marinades and Sauces 16 and Older Thu 10/5 10/5 6 p.m. $45 167768 Cooking for Health and Happiness 16 and Older Thu 9/7 9/7 6 p.m. $45 167773 Cooking from around the world: 16 and Older Thu 12/7 12/7 6 p.m. $45 Thai 167771 Cooking from around the 16 and Older Thu 11/2 11/2 6 p.m. $45 world:Korean Night 167751 Adult Beginning Pottery 18 and Older Mon 9/18 10/23 6 p.m. $121 167752 Adult Beginning Pottery 18 and Older Mon 11/6 12/11 6 p.m. $121 167753 Adult Open Pottery Studio 18 and Older M-Sa 9/5 9/30 3 p.m. $100 167755 Adult Open Pottery Studio 18 and Older M-Sa 10/2 10/31 11 a.m. $100 167758 Adult Open Pottery Studio 18 and Older M-Sa 11/1 11/30 11 a.m. $100 167760 Adult Open Pottery Studio 18 and Older M-Sa 12/1 12/30 11 a.m. $100 167762 Ceramic Art 18 and Older Wed 9/20 10/25 6 p.m. $121 167765 Ceramic Art 18 and Older Wed 11/8 12/13 6 p.m. $121 167912 Eurythmy Class 18 and Older Mon 9/11 10/16 10 a.m. $60 167913 Eurythmy Class 18 and Older Mon 10/30 12/13 10 a.m. $60 167993 Pilates - Monday 18 and Older Mon 9/18 10/23 7 p.m. $66 167994 Pilates - Monday 18 and Older Mon 11/6 12/11 7 p.m. $66 168001 Tri-Hara Karate Adult Class 19 and Older Sat 9/9 10/28 10 a.m. $25 168002 Tri-Hara Karate Adult Class 19 and Older Sat 11/4 12/15 10 a.m. $25

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Ì PRE-BALLET 2 ÌTOT Ages 4-5 Starting with the foundations learned in Pre-Ballet, this class NURTURING PATHWAYS FOR gives growing students a chance to expand their horizons and WADDLERS/TODDLERS® learn new skills while gaining strength and exercising their Ages 12-30 Months creativity. As the class progresses, students will be introduced Nurturing Pathways for Waddlers/Toddlers (walking to 30 to more complex and specific movements and learn how months). Enrich every area of your child’s development while combine movements to make their own dances. No class 11/24. building a closer bond. Have fun exploring dance concepts, Instructor: Ciara McCormack doing rhyming exercises, playing musical instruments together, 9/8-10/20 Fri 1:30-2:15 p.m. $75 and challenging motor sequencing and gross motor skills with 10/27-12/15 Fri 1:30-2:15 p.m. $75 obstacle courses that will refine their coordination and develop their musical skills. An extra supply fee of $28 will be charged to Ì new participants on the first day of class. ÌYOUTH Instructor: Megan Frazer 9/13-11/8 Wed 10-10:45 a.m. $171 PARENTS NIGHT OUT Ages 5-12 NURTURING PATHWAYS FOR BABIES® Drop your kids off for a night of pizza, gym games, movies, and Ages 3 Months-12 Months fun while you enjoy a night on the town. Space is limited so A unique class for you and your baby to explore creative dance, please register early. Call us at 206-684-4736 to reserve a spot movement, and music. Enjoy tummy time, play instruments, and get more information. exercise baby's body, enjoy folk dances, Waltz together, 9/29 Fri 5:30-8:30 p.m. $25 and learn infant massage. Bond with your baby and build 10/20 Fri 5:30-8:30 p.m. $25 relationships with other parents while you enjoy creative 12/8 Fri 5:30-8:30 p.m. $25 dance activities. Learn throughout the class about your baby’s development and take home playful, fun exercises. An extra OKINAWAN KARATE-DO supply fee of $28 will be charged to new participants on the Ages 8 and Older first day of class. Learn traditional Okinawan Karate-Do in a safe, welcoming Instructor: Megan Frazer environment. Karate is an effective way of self-defense: learn 9/13-11/8 Wed 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $171 blocks, kicks, punches, stances—all integrated in movement pattern drills called “kata”. Develop concentration, calmness, CREATIVE MOVEMENT confidence, and grow fit. Class taught at Montlake Community Ages 2-3 Center since 1973; instructor has 35 years of training and teaching In this class, we'll super-charge our minds and imaginations experience there. Karate questions? Contact epseattle@msn. through creative movement and the basics of ballet. Throughout com. No class 11/23 and 11/24. each class, we will use music, stories, and games to explore the Instructor: Harold R. Avelar foundational concepts of dance and introduce students to the 9/11-11/1 M/W 6:30-8:30 p.m. $60 shapes and patterns of classical ballet. No class 11/24. 11/6-12/20 M/W 6:30-8:30 p.m. $60 Instructor: Ciara McCormack 9/8-10/20 Fri 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $75 YOUTH POTTERY 10/27-12/15 Fri 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $75 Ages 6-13 Come explore the nature of clay Aras we hand form it into PRE-BALLET cups, bowls, animals, masks, and glaze paintings. We will Ages 3-4 practice basic hand building and glazing techniques for making This class teaches the basics of correct body alignment and functional pottery and small sculptures. proper ballet technique in a creative, nurturing environment. 9/18-10/23 Mon 4:30-5:15 p.m. $60 Through introducing students to the basic shapes, patterns, 11/6-12/11 Mon 4:30-5:15 p.m. $60 and concepts of classical dance, this curriculum enhances both cognitive and physical development at this important time. No class 11/24. Instructor: Ciara McCormack 9/8-10/20 Fri 12:30-1:15 p.m. $75 10/27-12/15 Fri 12:30-1:15 p.m. $75

INTERMEDIATE PIANO LESSONS CUB BASKETBALL Ages 7 and Older Ages 8-9 Learn expression through music. Piano lessons available for Participate in Montlake Community Center's Cub basketball students with at least 1 year of lessons. Classes will focus on league for 8 and 9 year-old girls and boys. This program provides continued learning of sight reading, music theory, rhythm work young athletes the opportunity to learn basic rules, develop and the exploration of a variety of music genres. Lessons are 30 their skills, and work as a team. Our goal is to create a positive minutes long and time must be scheduled with the instructor. learning experience for each player during practices and No class 11/21, 11/22, 11/23. games. Practice times will be determined by mid-November. Instructor: Sarah Macnabb Games take place at neighboring Community Centers and are 9/26-12/12 Tue 3-6:30 p.m. $275 typically on Friday evenings. Games begin in early January and 9/27-12/13 Wed 3-6:30 p.m. $275 run through early March. Youth Sports Medical Authorization 9/28-12/14 Thu 3-6:30 p.m. $275 form, Concussion form, and Payment must be fully complete to be registered for this program. Volunteer coaches are always SAXOPHONE/FLUTE LESSONS needed. Please contact [email protected] or 206- Ages 6 and Older 684-4736 if you want to volunteer. All registrations dates are Explore classical and contemporary music, music theory, and final there will be no exceptions teams and players need to be improvisation as it applies to the saxophone or flute. Participants registered by November 3. will receive one half-hour of personalized instruction per week Registration: 11/27-3/9 Practice: TBD that focuses on tone development, finger position, posture, Season: 1/18 $85 and music reading. Instructor: Bob Antolin Ì 9/13-11/8 Wed 4-8 p.m. $225 ÌTEEN 11/15-12/20 Wed 4-8 p.m. $150 M.A.C TRI-HARA KARATE YOUTH CLASS (MONTLAKE ACTIVITY CENTER) FREE! Ages 6-18 TEEN NIGHT Through this martial art form, students will develop coordination Ages 12-15 of mind and body, confidence, awareness, respect, sincerity, ATTENTION ALL TEENS!!!!!!! Come hang out at Montlake focus, perseverance, self-defense, and healthy boundaries. Community Center on Friday night. Dinner and snacks will be These are tools for life. Benefits will be noticeable at home, as provided. Enjoy your choice of activities, board games, movies, well as in school, sports, and social behaviors. This program is basketball, and more!!!! Call 206-684-4736 to register. designed to be fun and challenging, encouraging students to 9/15 Fri 5:30-7:30 p.m. be the best they can be in all aspects of life. Beginners welcome. 10/20 Fri 5:30-7:30 p.m. The instructor for this class is Sean Gorman, who holds a 3rd 11/17 Fri 5:30-7:30 p.m. degree black belt in Goju-Ryu karate, and has studied several 12/15 Fri 5:30-7:30 p.m. other martial art forms since 1992. 9/9-10/28 Sat 9-10 a.m. $25 WEEK WITHOUT VIOLENCE 11/4-12/16 Sat 9-10 a.m. $25 Ages 11-18 FREE! Join teens taking action against all forms of INDOOR SOCCER SKILLS violence. Take field trips to local centers this week to support Ages 4-8 anti-violence themed events. Fun is guaranteed! For a Build your soccer skills while having fun! This class will work on complete and updated list of events and how to get involved, your footwork, coordination and sharing of the ball through email [email protected]. E-13 participation form is games and scrimmages between teammates. Sign up your required. child or bring in an entire group of friends! And yes, volunteer Location: Various Community Centers and Parks helpers are always needed- let the coach know if you would like 10/17-10/21 TBD to volunteer to help with this class. Ages 4-5 9/13-10/18 Wed 4:30-5:15 p.m. $55 11/1-12/6 Wed 4:30-5:15 p.m. $55 Ages 6-8 9/13-10/18 Wed 5:30-6:15 p.m. $55 11/1-12/6 Wed 5:30-6:15 p.m. $55

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Ì ADULT BEGINNING POTTERY ÌADULT Ages 18 and Older Mellow and relaxing evenings await you while you explore PILATES CLASS creating cups, bowls, and vases on the potter's wheel. Weekly Ages 18 and Older demonstrations are featured with one-on-one guidance. Learn Breathe easier and feel stronger with Pilates. Pilates will help to hand build clay while building new friendships. No previous you tone your muscles, rehabilitate from an injury, or train for experience necessary, all levels welcome. an athletic event. Lengthen and strengthen your muscles while Instructor: Adrien Miller building a developing body. Pilates focuses on core strength, 9/18-10/23 Mon 6-8:30 p.m. $121 abdominals, and practices moving from the inside out. It helps 11/6-12/11 Mon 6-8:30 p.m. $121 with posture, body alignment, breathing, control, balance, flow, and strength. Work with your body to help realign movement OKINAWAN KARATE-DO patterns, and to use muscles properly and efficiently. Bring a Ages 8 and Older yoga mat if you have one otherwise the community center has Learn traditional Okinawan Karate-Do in a safe, welcoming some available. Perfect for those with minimal fitness activity or environment. Karate is an effective way of self-defense: learn as a supplement to other exercise practices. blocks, kicks, punches, stances—all integrated in movement Instructor: Mary Freiburger pattern drills called “kata”. Develop concentration, calmness, 9/18-10/23 Mon 7-8 p.m. $66 confidence, and grow fit. Class taught at Montlake Community 11/6-12/11 Mon 7-8 p.m. $66 Center since 1973; instructor has 35 years of training and teaching experience. Open to new and skilled practitioners. CERAMIC ART Opportunity available to train with visiting karate-do master Ages 18 and Older from Okinawa, Japan. Karate questions? Contact epseattle@ Learn and practice a variety of techniques from hand building msn.com. sculpture to wheel throwing pottery and glazing. Explore the Instructor: Harold R. Avelar rich potential of this ancient medium for making art. We'll have 9/11-11/1 M/W 6:30-8:30 p.m. $60 weekly demonstrations, open studio time, and one-on-one 11/1-12/20 M/W 6:30-8:30 p.m. $60 project guidance with local teaching artist. Instructor: Adrien Miller TRI-HARA KARATE ADULT CLASS 9/20-10/25 Wed 6-8:30 p.m. $121 Ages 19 and Older 11/8-12/13 Wed 6-8:30 p.m. $121 Shed stress and increase the strength and flexibility of your body, mind, and heart. This martial art form promotes EURYTHMY CLASS physical health, emotional well-being, and mental clarity, Ages 18 and Older so that each individual can live in balance to their fullest Have better posture, ease tension and create awareness through potential. Learn how traditional karate can be a valuable tool simple movements. We will use movement while working with for life in the modern age. Beginners welcome. The instructor poetry and classical music. Eurythmy is an art form developed for this class is Sean Gorman, who holds a 3rd degree black in Switzerland over 100 years ago. Eurythmy incorporates belt in Goju-Ryu karate, and has studied several other martial harmonious movement, which enables beauty and grace to art forms since 1992. develop in the individual. Through poetry we will explore Instructor: Sean Gorman different rhythms with our stepping and the sounds in poetry 9/9-10/28 Sat 10-11 a.m. $25 through eurythmy arm gestures. Through classical music we 11/6-12/20 Sat 10-11 a.m. $25 will work with the different elements of: rhythm, pitch, and beat and learn some simple tone and interval gestures. No previous experience is necessary. The course is taught by Catherine Padley who has a bachelor’s degree in eurythmy from Eurythmy Pase regisr Spring Valley in New York. Please email the instructor with any rly avoid questions at [email protected]. Instructor: Catherine Padley disappoi me . 9/11-10/16 Mon 10-11 a.m. $60 10/30-12/4 Mon 10-11 a.m. $60 SOMETIMES COURSES ARE CANCELED BECAUSE PEOPLE WAIT TOO LONG TO REGISTER!

LEARN TO COOK, EAT GOOD FOOD ADULT OPEN POTTERY STUDIO AND MAKE NEW FRIENDS! Ages 18 and Older Ages 16 and Older Evening pottery is available to any student who has enrolled in These cooking classes are taught by Kay Kim, professional chef and taken pottery classes this year. New students need to meet and owner of Kay Catering. Learn from the best and have a with the pottery instructor before taking open pottery class. No great time as you create new dishes. Classes are offered on the class on 9/4, 11/23, and 11/24. first Thursday of each month and don’t worry there will be left 9/11-12/16 $100 per month overs! Mon 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Tue 3-7:30 p.m. COOKING FOR HEALTH AND HAPPINESS Wed 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Learn how to ferment your own probiotic foods. Thu 3-7:30 p.m. 9/7 Thu 6-8:30 p.m. $45 Fri 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Sat 9 a.m.-12:30 p.m. MARINADES AND SAUCES Learn to make marinades and sauces to infuse your meat with MONTLAKE FITNESS/AEROBICS rich flavors and ascent your favorite dishes. Ages 50 and Older 10/5 Thu 6-8:30 p.m. $45 A great combination of aerobic conditioning, Pilates, yoga, and strength training using body weight and free weights. COOKING FROM AROUND THE WORLD: KOREAN Endurance, core strength, flexibility, and balance are prioritized. Mmmmm….. The smell of cooking kalbi (marinated short rib Long-term gains and health are our focus. Please join us, beef) will make your mouth water as you learn how to cook jap improve your overall health and make new friends. Men and chae (vermicelli noodles with sautéed vegetables) and make women are welcome. No class 9/4, 11/23, and 11/24. your very own cucumber kimchee. Instructor: Erica Christenson 11/2 Thu 6-8:30 p.m. $45 8/29-10/26 M-Th 7-8 a.m. 10/30-12/21 M-Th 7-8 a.m. COOKING FROM AROUND THE WORLD: THAI 8/29-10/26 M-Th 8:15-9:15 a.m. Learn the secrets of Thai papaya salad, the perfect mix of 10/30-12/21 M-Th 8:15-9:15 a.m. ingredients for Panang curry and a sweet rice mango dessert Adults 12/7 Thu 6-8:30 p.m. $45 1 Day $71.50, 2 Days $136.50, 3 Days $195, 4 Days $242.25 Senior 1 Day $68.25, 2 Days $130, 3 Days $185.25, 4 Days $229.50

48 | FALL 2017 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. NORTHGATE CC ÌÌAT-A-GLANCE BARCODE ACTIVITY TITLE AGE DAY STARTS ENDS START TIME PRICE 167429 Gingerbread House Making All Ages Fri 12/15 5-7 p.m. $10 167420 Piano (Sep) All Ages Thu 9/7 9/28 3-6 p.m. $100 167421 Piano (Oct) All Ages Thu 10/5 10/26 3-6 p.m. $100 167423 Piano (Nov) All Ages Thu 11/2 11/30 3-6 p.m. $100 167424 Piano (Dec) All Ages Thu 12/7 12/28 3-6 p.m. $100 167430 Learn to Play: Soccer 1 2½-4 years T/Th 10/3 10/26 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $80 167431 Learn to Play: Soccer 1 2½-4 years T/Th 11/2 11/30 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $80 167432 Learn to Play: Soccer 1 2½-4 years T/Th 12/5 12/21 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $60 167440 Sports 4 Cohorts 3-4 years Wed 9/13 10/25 3:45-4:30 p.m. $70 167441 Sports 4 Cohorts 3-4 years Wed 11/1 12/20 3:45-4:30 p.m. $80 167407 Creative Dance Movement 3-5 years Fri 9/15 10/27 11:15 a.m.-Noon $49 167408 Creative Dance Movement 3-5 years Fri 11/3 12/22 11:15 a.m.-Noon $42 167409 Pre-Ballet 3-5 years Tue 9/12 10/24 3:30-4:15 p.m. $70 167410 Pre-Ballet 3-5 years Tue 11/7 12/19 3:30-4:15 p.m. $70 167433 Learn to Play: Soccer 2 4-6 years T/Th 10/3 10/26 12:30-1:15 p.m. $80 167434 Learn to Play: Soccer 2 4-6 years T/Th 11/2 11/30 12:30-1:15 p.m. $80 167435 Learn to Play: Soccer 2 4-6 years T/Th 12/5 12/21 12:30-1:15 p.m. $60 167399 Anyone Can Be An Artist! 5-12 years Wed 9/13 10/25 4:30-5:45 p.m. $112 167400 Anyone Can Be An Artist! 5-12 years Wed 11/1 12/20 4:30-5:45 p.m. $128 167403 Ballet 1 5-7 years Tue 9/12 10/24 4:30-5:15 p.m. $70 167404 Ballet 1 5-7 years Tue 11/7 12/19 4:30-5:15 p.m. $70 167416 Hip Pop Junior 5-7 years Mon 9/11 10/23 3:45-4:30 p.m. $70 167417 Hip Pop Junior 5-7 years Mon 10/30 12/18 3:45-4:30 p.m. $80 167405 Ballet 2 7-10 years Tue 9/12 10/24 5:30-6:15 p.m. $70 167406 Ballet 2 7-10 years Tue 11/7 12/19 5:30-6:15 p.m. $70 167414 Boom Dance: Hip Hop Kids 7-10 years Thu 9/21 10/26 4:45-5:45 p.m. $90 167415 Boom Dance: Hip Hop Kids 7-10 years Thu 11/2 12/14 4:45-5:45 p.m. $90 167438 One on One: Player Development (Purple Boys) 13-15 years Tue 9/19 11/14 6-7 p.m. $160 167436 One on One: Player Development 13-15 years Mon 9/18 11/6 6-7 p.m. $160 (Purple Girls) 167438 One on One: Player Development (Red Boys) 13-15 years Tue 9/19 11/14 5-6 p.m. $160 167436 One on One: Player Development (Red Girls) 13-15 years Mon 9/18 11/6 5-6 p.m. $160 167412 Boom Dance: Hip Hop Adults 16 and Older Thu 9/21 10/26 6-7 p.m. $90 167413 Boom Dance: Hip Hop Adults 16 and Older Thu 11/2 12/14 6-7 p.m. $90 167425 Boom Dance: Zumba 16 and Older Tue 9/19 10/24 6:30-7:30 p.m. $90 167426 Boom Dance: Zumba 16 and Older Tue 11/7 12/12 6:30-7:30 p.m. $90 167418 Latin & Ballroom Dance 16 and Older Thu 9/21 10/26 7-8 p.m. $66 167419 Latin & Ballroom Dance 16 and Older Thu 11/2 12/21 7-8 p.m. $77 167401 Painting for Adults 16 and Older Wed 9/13 10/25 6-7:15 p.m. $112 167402 Painting for Adults 16 and Older Wed 11/1 12/20 6-7:15 p.m. $128 167427 Yoga for New Beginnings 16 and Older Mon 9/11 10/23 5:30-6:45 p.m $91 167428 Yoga for New Beginnings 16 and Older Mon 10/30 12/18 5:30-6:45 p.m $104

CREATIVE DANCE MOVEMENT BALLET 1 Ages 3-5 Ages 5-7 Introduce ballet and dance movement to young children! This class teaches the basics of correct body alignment and Develop balance, coordination, and socialization through proper ballet technique. Students learn basic ballet vocabulary rhythm, musicality, and brain games. No class 11/10 and 11/24. and combine it into fun, energetic, and expressive dances. Class Instructor: Dakota Crist will introduce traditional barre and center-floor work, and a 9/15-10/27 Fri 11:15 a.m.-Noon $49 creative game to round out the day. 11/3-12/22 Fri 11:15 a.m.-Noon $42 9/12-10/24 Tue 4:30-5:15 p.m. $70 11/7-12/19 Tue 4:30-5:15 p.m. $70 PRE-BALLET Ages 3-5 BALLET 2 Children learn basic ballet skills in a creative, fun environment. Ages 7-10 Boys and girls experience the joy of dancing while learning This class teaches the basics of correct body alignment and basic movements and ballet vocabulary. This class has a classic proper ballet technique. Students learn basic ballet vocabulary structure with rhythmic and creative games mixed in. and combine it into fun, energetic, and expressive dances. Class 9/12-10/24 Tue 3:30-4:15 p.m. $70 will introduce traditional barre and center-floor work, and a 11/7-12/19 Tue 3:30-4:15 p.m. $70 creative game to round out the day. This traditional class is for girls and boys who have taken two years of dance instruction LEARN TO PLAY: SOCCER 1 and for older beginners. Ages 2½-4 9/12-10/24 Tue 5:30-6:15 p.m. $70 It’s time to play soccer! Develop motor skills and coordination 11/7-12/19 Tue 5:30-6:15 p.m. $70 through simple drills and games. Since soccer is a team sport, practice socializing and sharing with your teammates. Most of LEARN TO PLAY: SOCCER 2 all, this class is about fun and play! And don’t forget that you can Ages 4-6 join Tot Gym before or after your class for free! No class 11/23. It’s time to play soccer! Learn the rules to soccer through skill 10/3-10/26 T/Th 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $80 drills, games, and mini matches. We’ll improve coordination 11/2-11/30 T/Th 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $80 and learn positive communication with our teammates. Don’t 12/5-12/21 T/Th 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $60 forget that you can join Tot Gym for free before or after class! No class 11/23. SPORTS 4 COHORTS 10/3-10/26 T/Th 12:30-1:15 p.m. $80 Ages 3-4 11/2-11/30 T/Th 12:30-1:15 p.m. $80 Can’t decide on one particular sport for your child? This class 12/5-12/21 T/Th 12:30-1:15 p.m. $60 is the perfect fit to keep your little one active and engaged in a fun and safe environment! This program is designed to build HIP POP JUNIOR basic coordination skills and self-esteem. This class focuses on Ages 5-7 multiple sports, giving your child the chance to try a variety of Join the fun! Students will learn basic hip-hop dance moves and sports all while having tons of fun! choreography to classic and current pop and hip hop music. Instructor: Sheila Gruner Classes are energetic and focused on coordination and self- 9/13-10/25 Wed 3:45-4:30 p.m. $70 confidence. The dance party continues with some fun dance 11/1-12/20 Wed 3:45-4:30 p.m. $80 games. Students should wear comfortable sneakers and bring a water bottle. Instructor: Sheila Gruner 9/11-10/23 Mon 3:45-4:30 p.m. $70 10/30-12/18 Mon 3:45-4:30 p.m. $80

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BOOM DANCE: HIP HOP KIDS ANYONE CAN BE AN ARTIST! Ages 7-10 Ages 7-12 Learn the creative and energetic dance steps of hip-hop for Join us in this fun class where we’ll work together to learn the fun or fitness. Hip-hop classes are designed for students to basics of drawing and painting. We’ll start with simple shapes learn all facets, foundations, and basic fundamentals of hip- and pencil sketching; take a look at perspective, proportion, hop. Students will leave class refreshed, with confidence and shadow and light, and the dramatic use of outline. We’ll move ready to strut their stuff. Students do not need to have any on to color mixing and begin to create paintings from our dance experience. From warm up and stretches, to isolations sketches. This class is designed to foster creative self-expression and choreography, students will SWAG their way out of class. and build confidence in students while encouraging them to No class 11/23. grow and discover new ideas. Instructor: Boom Dance Studio 9/13-10/25 Wed 4:30-5:45 p.m. $112 9/21-10/26 Thu 4:45-5:45 p.m. $90 11/1-12/20 Wed 4:30-5:45 p.m. $128 11/2-12/14 Thu 4:45-5:45 p.m. $90 PIANO LESSONS All Ages It’s never too early (or late!) to develop your musical talent! Book one-on-one or small group piano lessons with a seasoned musician. Participants will receive more detailed information about lesson materials on their first day. Call Northgate to register 206-386-4283. No lessons 9/14 and 11/23. ONE ON ONE BASKETBALL: PLAYER 9/7-9/28 Thu 3-6 p.m. $100 DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM 10/5-10/26 Thu 3-6 p.m. $100 Ages 10-15 11/2-11/30 Thu 3-6 p.m. $100 The Player Development Program (PDP) is a focused basketball 12/7-12/28 Thu 3-6 p.m. $100 training program that develops confidence in players who are determined to get better. Whether you are a 6 year-old just Ì getting into basketball…or you are 16 year-old aiming to be ÌTEENS a starter on your varsity team, you will learn proper technique and individual game strategy. Our PDP classes are small in size TEEN ROOM to ensure individual attention and intense focus. Train with One Ages 11-19 FREE! on One before the season…and YOU WILL GET BETTER. To learn Stop by Northgate Community Center with an more about One on One Basketball and determine which PDP E-13 (participant authorization form) and hang out with your color level is appropriate for you, visit us at www.1on1basketball. friends. We have an Xbox One, free food, sports training, your com. No class 10/31. own room, and more! School required service learning hours Coach: One on One Staff available. RED LEVEL GIRLS Every M-F After school until close Ages 10-12 9/18-11/6 Mon 5-6 p.m. $160 TEEN BUDGET MEETING PURPLE LEVEL GIRLS Ages 11-19 FREE! Ages 13-15 Meet with your fellow teens to discuss the current 9/18-11/6 Mon 6-7 p.m. $160 teen program budget and decide where to spend funds on RED LEVEL BOYS projects, trips, and planning. Learn to manage a budget and be Ages 10-12 a part of creating a sustainable and accountable program. 9/19-11/14 Tue 5-6 p.m. $160 Every 3rd Wed/month 5-6 p.m. PURPLE LEVEL BOYS Ages 13-15 TOO MANY COOKS 9/19-11/14 Tue 6-7 p.m. $160 Ages 11-19 FREE! Come to our full commercial kitchen to learn a myriad of different recipes from around the world. We’ll be cooking everything from beef jerky to vegetable pancakes and everything in between. Teens are welcome to share their own recipes and ideas and plan next week’s project. Every Thursday 4-6 p.m.

SCRAP SCULPTURE Ages 11-19 FREE! Connecting with local businesses and reclamation/ recycling groups, you’ll take anything from electronics to scrap wood and create a one-of-a-kind sculpture. Learn to disassemble and rebuild all manner of machines and materials and get crafty with your hands and minds to create something unique and masterful. 9/15-10/27 Fri After school ÌÌADULTS

YOGA FOR NEW BEGINNINGS Ages 18 and Older A heart-centered, hatha-style yoga class. With breath work as a center piece, you'll be encouraged to de-stress while increasing your flexibility. You'll learn ways to move that increase the body's functioning and you'll become stronger and feel younger in the process. All fitness levels welcome. Drop in price $15. Instructor: Cindy Warren 9/11-10/23 Mon 5:30-6:45 p.m. $91 10/30-12/18 Mon 5:30-6:45 p.m. $104 BOOM DANCE: ZUMBA® Ages 16 and Older Get your whole body moving and burn calories through a mixture of Latin and international rhythms, music, and cardiovascular aerobic exercise. A great workout and LATIN AND BALLROOM DANCE interesting choreography from experienced CPR-certified Ages 16 and Older instructors. Each class will also take you through a stretch and This beginning dance class will have you twinkling on your toes cool down. Students do not need to have any dance experience. in no time! Learn the tango, cha-cha, fox trot, rumba, waltz, Instructor: Boom Dance Studio swing, and salsa. No partner necessary. No class 11/23. 9/19-10/24 Tue 6:30-7:30 p.m. $90 Instructor: Charla Jennings, certified ballroom dance 11/7-12/12 Tue 6:30-7:30 p.m. $90 instructor 9/21-10/26 Thu 7-8 p.m. $66 BOOM DANCE: HIP HOP ADULTS 11/2-12/21 Thu 7-8 p.m. $77 Ages 16 and Older Learn the creative and energetic dance steps of hip- hop for fun or fitness. Hip-hop classes are designed for students PAINTING FOR ADULTS to learn all facets, foundations, and basic fundamentals of hip- Ages 16 and Older hop. Students will leave class refreshed, with confidence and Join us in this fun class where we’ll work together to ready to strut their stuff. Students do not need to have any learn the basics of drawing and painting. We’ll start with simple dance experience. From warm up and stretches, to isolations pencil sketching; take a look at perspective, proportion, shadow and choreography, students will SWAG their way out of class. and light, and the dramatic use of outline. We’ll move on to Instructor: Boom Dance Studio color mixing and begin to create paintings from our sketches. 9/21-10/26 Thu 6-7 p.m. $90 Instructor: Flint Crumpacker 11/2-12/14 Thu 6-7 p.m. $90 9/13-10/25 Wed 6-7:15 p.m. $112 11/1-12/20 Wed 6-7:15 p.m. $128

52 | FALL 2017 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. RAV-ECK CC ÌÌAT-A-GLANCE BARCODE ACTIVITY TITLE AGE DAY STARTS ENDS START TIME PRICE 166327 Tiny Tots 9 a.m. Session 2-3 Years M-Th 9/11 12/14 9 a.m. $794 168051 Tot Trot to Fall 2-5 Years Mon 9/25 9/25 6 p.m. $12 166328 Tiny Tots 11:30 a.m. Session 3.5-5 Years M-Th 9/11 12/14 11:30 a.m. $953 167992 Parents' Night Out-Drop 'n Shop 3-10 Years Fri 12/15 12/15 6 p.m. $15 168027 Pre-Ballet Fri 3-4 Years Fri 10/27 12/15 11:30 a.m. $72 168030 Pre-Ballet Fri 3-4 Years Fri 9/8 10/20 11:30 a.m. $84 167756 1:1 Jongen Hups-Intro to Basketball 3-5 Years Wed 10/4 11/1 2 p.m. $115 168021 Pre-Ballet Sat 3-5 Years Sat 9/9 12/16 10:15 a.m. $156 168024 Pre-Ballet Sat 3-5 Years Sat 9/9 12/16 9:15 a.m. $156 168020 Pre-Ballet Wed 3-5 Years Wed 9/13 12/13 4:15 p.m. $156 168045 Sports of all Sorts Tues 3-5 Years Tu 10/31 12/12 3 p.m. $77 168046 Sports of all Sorts Tues 3-5 Years Tu 9/12 10/24 3 p.m. $77 168050 Tumbling: Sat 3-5 Years Sat 9/9 16/16 12:45 p.m. $156 168047 Tumbling: Wed 3-5 Years Wed 9/13 12/13 11:30 a.m. $156 168048 Tumbling: Wed 3-5 Years Wed 9/13 12/13 10:30 a.m. $156 168033 Pre-Ballet 2 Fri 4-6 Years Fri 10/27 12/15 12:30 p.m. $72 168035 Pre-Ballet 2 Fri 4-6 Years Fri 9/8 10/20 12:30 p.m. $84 167987 Musical Story Telling with the Griot! 4-8 Years Mon 9/11 10/23 2:30 p.m. $140 167988 Musical Story Telling with the Griot! 4-8 Years Mon 10/30 12/11 2:30 p.m. $140 167978 Kids 'n Keyboards 1 5-6 Years Fri 9/15 12/8 4 p.m. $110 167769 Ballet 1- Sat 5-7 Years Sat 9/9 12/16 11 a.m. $169 167767 Ballet 1- Wed 5-7 Years Wed 9/13 12/13 5 p.m. $169 167963 Hip Pop JR Tue 5-7 Years Tue 9/12 10/24 4 p.m. $77 167965 Hip Pop JR Tue 5-7 Years Tue 10/31 12/12 4 p.m. $77 168052 Youth Beg-Adv Tennis 5-10 Years Mon 10/2 11/20 4 p.m. $72 161923 Flag Football 6-7 Years Sat 9/16 11/11 TBA $40 167743 1:1 Player Dev Program White/Coed 6-8 Years Tu 9/19 11/14 5 p.m. $160 168049 Tumbling: Sat 6-9 Years Sat 9/9 16/16 1:45 p.m. $169 168042 Shotokan Karate Beginner 6 and Older Thu 11/2 12/14 6 p.m. $54 168043 Shotokan Karate Beginner 6 and Older Thu 10/5 10/26 6 p.m. $36 168044 Shotokan Karate Beginner 6 and Older Thu 9/7 9/28 6 p.m. $27 168039 Shotokan Karate Inter/Advanced 6 and Older Thu 11/2 12/14 7 p.m. $54 168040 Shotokan Karate Inter/Advanced 6 and Older Thu 10/5 10/26 7 p.m. $36 168041 Shotokan Karate Inter/Advanced 6 and Older Thu 9/7 9/28 7 p.m. $27 167980 Kids 'n Keyboards 2 7-8 Years Fri 9/15 12/8 4:45 p.m. $110 168053 Youth Beg-Adv Tennis 7-15 Years Mon 10/2 11/20 4:45 p.m. $72 167726 1:1 Pre Season Tune Up Boys 8-9 Years Sat 11/4 12/16 9 a.m. $85 167724 1:1 Pre Season Tune Up Girls 8-9 Years Sat 11/4 12/16 10 a.m. $85 161924 Flag Football 8-9 Years Sat 9/16 11/11 TBA $40 167969 Hip Pop Thu 8-10 Years Thu 9/21 10/26 4 p.m. $66 167970 Hip Pop Thu 8-10 Years Thu 11/2 12/147 4 p.m. $66

BARCODE ACTIVITY TITLE AGE DAY STARTS ENDS START TIME PRICE 167742 1:1 Player Dev Program Yellow/Coed 8-11 Years Tue 9/19 11/14 6 p.m. $160 167764 Ballet 2 and 3 - Wed 8-13 Years Wed 9/13 12/13 6 p.m. $169 167983 Music Ensemble & Singalong 8-13 Years Mon 9/11 10/23 3:30 p.m. $140 167985 Music Ensemble & Singalong 8-13 Years Mon 10/30 12/11 3:30 p.m. $140 167981 Kids 'n Keyboards 3 9 -11 Years Fri 9/15 12/8 5:30 p.m. $110 167728 1:1 Pre Season Tune Up Boys 10 -11 Years Sat 11/4 12/16 11 a.m. $85 167725 1:1 Pre Season Tune Up Girls 10 -11 Years Sat 11/4 12/16 Noon $85 167740 1:1 Player Pure Stroke Shooting Clinic 10-17 Years Thu 9/21 11/9 7 p.m. $160 167749 1:1 Player Dev Program Red/Purple 11-15 Years Thu 9/21 11/9 5 p.m. $160 Boys 167747 1:1 Player Dev Program Red/Purple 11-15 Years Thu 9/21 11/9 6 p.m. $160 Girls 167739 1:1 Pre Season Tune Up Boys & Girls 12-13 Years Sat 11/4 12/16 1 p.m. $85 161918 Girls Volleyball 10 -11 Years Wed 9/13 11/8 TBA $40 161919 Girls Volleyball 12-13 Years Wed 9/13 11/8 TBA $40 161922 Girls Volleyball 14-17 Years Wed 9/13 11/8 TBA $40 161925 Flag Football 10 -11 Years Sat 9/16 11/11 TBA $40 161926 Flag Football 12-14 Years Sat 9/16 11/11 TBA $40 167961 Hatha Yoga 13 and Older Mon 9/11 12/11 6 p.m. $154 168037 Ravenna Second String Orchestra- 13 and Older Mon 9/11 12/11 7:15 p.m. $75 Mon 168038 Ravenna String Orchestra-Wed 13 and Older Wed 9/13 12/13 7:15 p.m. $75 167973 Interpretive Performance Theather 14-17 Years Mon 9/11 10/23 4:30 p.m. $140 167974 Interpretive Performance Theather 14-17 Years Mon 10/30 12/11 4:30 p.m. $140 167960 Challah Bread Baking Workshop 16 and Older Mon 9/18 9/18 5:30 p.m. $35 167772 Cheesecake and Swirls Workshop 16 and Older Sat 10/28 10/28 10:30 a.m. $35

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TINY TOTS HIP POP JUNIOR Ages 2-5 Ages 5-7 Your child will experience an educational and developmentally Join the fun! Students will learn basic hip hop dance moves and appropriate class that includes individual and group play, choreography to classic and current pop and hip hop music. storytelling, arts and crafts, music, singing, field trips, group Classes are energetic and focused on coordination and self- motor-skills, and socialization. Parents are required to take their confidence. The dance party continues with some fun dance turn in assisting the teacher with class room duties and snacks. games. The students should wear comfortable sneakers and No class 9/14, 9/27, 11/22, and 11/23. bring a water bottle. Instructor: Teacher Denise Instructor: Sheila Gruner Ages 2-3 (2 by Sept., or teacher’s permission) 9/12-10/24 Tue 4-4:45 p.m. $77 9/11-12/14 M-Th 9-11:30 a.m. $794 10/31-12/12 Tue 4-4:45 p.m. $77 Ages 3½-5 (3½ by Sept., or teacher's permission) 9/11-12/14 M-Th 11:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. $953

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SPORTS OF ALL SORTS MUSICAL STORY TELLING Ages 3-5 WITH THE GRIOT! This is a fun way to start out in sports. Your child will learn the Ages 4-8 with Adult basics of soccer, basketball, baseball, and more! In this class, No understanding of African Culture and Tradition is complete we will cover basic skills while having fun in a non-competitive without “Story Telling” from the perspective of a “Griot”– environment, focusing on team work and good sportsmanship! which according to popular definition is “a member of a class Instructor: Sheila Gruner of traveling poets, musicians, and storyteller s who maintain a 9/12-10/24 Tue 3-3:45 p.m. $77 tradition of oral history in parts of West Africa”. 10/31-12/12 Tue 3-3:45 p.m. $77 Instructor: World Music Artist Amadanyo from Nembe, Nigeria TUMBLING 9/11-10/23 Mon 2:30-3:30 $140 Ages 3-5 10/30-12/11 Mon 2:30-3:30 $140 Students will practice gymnastics skills in an upbeat and positive environment. Children will be developing tumbling skills such PRE-BALLET as forward rolls, handstands, and balancing. Students will also Ages 3-5 work to develop flexibility, core strength, and life skills such as Children learn basic ballet skills in a creative, fun environment. teamwork and determination. Insurance required for this class, Boys and girls experience the joy of dancing while learning please see “Insurance” under General Information section at basic movements and ballet vocabulary. This class has a classic the back of the brochure. No class on 11/11, 11/22, and 11/25. structure with rhythmic and creative games mixed in. No class Instructors: Michaela Hendrix and Anna Moretti 11/11, 11/22, and 11/25. 9/9-12/16 Sat 12:45-1:30 p.m. $156 Instructors: Michaela Hendrix and Anna Moretti 9/13-12/13 Wed 10:30-11:15 a.m. $156 9/13-12/13 Wed 4:15-5 p.m. $156 9/13-12/13 Wed 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $156 9/9-12/16 Sat 9:15-10 a.m. $156 9/9-12/16 Sat 10:15-11 a.m. $156 ÌÌYOUTH PRE-BALLET Ages 3-4 MUSIC ENSEMBLE AND Children learn basic ballet skills in a creative, fun environment. SINGALONG Boys and girls experience the joy of dancing while learning Ages 8-13 basic movement skills and ballet vocabulary. This class has a We live in a multi-cultural society. Sing in different languages of classic structure with rhythmic and creative games mixed in. the World and interpret the melodies to English in order to bring Children should dress in close-fitting clothing that allows for meaning and understanding to culture. Students encouraged comfortable movement. No class11/10 and 11/24. bringing their own songs. Instructor: Charla Jennings Instructor: World Music Artist Amadanyo from Nembe, Nigeria 9/8-10/20 Fri 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $84 9/11-10/23 Mon 3:30-4:30 p.m. $140 10/27-12/15 Fri 11:30 a.m.-12:15 p.m. $72 10/30-12/11 Mon 3:30-4:30 p.m. $140 PRE-BALLET 2 Ages 4-6 This class is for children who have completed Pre-Ballet and would like to continue to learn ballet skills in a creative, fun, Pase regisr and safe environment. This class has a classic structure with rhythmic and creative games mixed in. Children should wear rly avoid close-fitting clothes that allow for comfortable movement. No class 11/10 and 11/24. disappoi me . Instructor: Charla Jennings SOMETIMES COURSES ARE 9/8-10/20 Fri 12:30-1:15 p.m. $84 CANCELED BECAUSE PEOPLE 10/27-12/15 Fri 12:30-1:15 p.m. $72 WAIT TOO LONG TO REGISTER!

ONE ON ONE JONGEN HUPS (YOUNG HOOPS) Ages 3-5 One on One Basketball introduces Jongen Hups (Dutch for Young Hoops) to Seattle! This program will help develop ONE ON ONE BASKETBALL PLAYER essential gross motor skills such as jumping, balance, lateral DEVELOPMENT PROGRAM movement, hand-eye coordination, passing/catching, and Ages 6-15 finger dexterity. Our curriculum has been proven to keep the The Player Development Program (PDP) is a focused basketball little ones engaged and progressing. We use mini-basketballs training program that develops confidence in players who are and keep things light and fun as we develop skills that will help determined to get better. Whether you are a 6 year-old just them in any sport! getting into basketball…or you are 16 year-old aiming to be Coach: One on One Staff a starter on your varsity team, you will learn proper technique 10/4-11/1 Wed 2-2:45 p.m. $115 and individual game strategy. Our PDP classes are small in size to ensure individual attention and intense focus. Train with One ONE ON ONE BASKETBALL on One before the season…and YOU WILL GET BETTER. To learn PRE-SEASON TUNE UP more about One on One Basketball and determine which PDP Ages 8-13 color level is appropriate for you, visit us at www.1on1basketball. Before the winter hoops season begins, get your skills right com. No class 10/31. with One on One Basketball. You will learn proper shooting, Coach: One on One Staff passing, and ball-handling technique using a variety of fun WHITE LEVEL COED and age-appropriate drills, competitions and controlled Ages 6-8 scrimmaging. Register with teammates and workout together! 9/19-11/14 Tue 5-6 p.m. $160 Volunteer coaches are encouraged to observe these pre-season YELLOW LEVEL COED sessions to pick up great ideas and age-appropriate drills for Ages 8-11 season practices. This is the ideal warm-up to your rec league 9/19-11/14 Tue 6-7 p.m. $160 or season! No class 11/11, 11/25, and 12/9. RED AND PURPLE BOYS Coach: One on One Staff Ages 11-15 Boys 8-9 9/21-11/9 Thu 5-6 p.m. $160 11/4-12/16 Sat 9-10 a.m. $85 RED AND PURPLE GIRLS Girls 8-9 Ages 11-15 11/4-12/16 Sat 10-11 a.m. $85 9/21-11/9 Thu 6-7 p.m. $160 Boys 10-11 11/4-12/16 Sat 11-12 p.m. $85 ONE ON ONE BASKETBALL PURE Girls 10-11 STROKE SHOOTING CLINIC 11/4-12/16 Sat 12-1 p.m. $85 Ages 10-17 Boys and Girls 12-13 If you want to be an incredibly consistent shooter, you have to 11/4-12/16 Sat 1-2 p.m. $85 learn correct technique, and train your body how to work like a machine. Coach Stu Michie will teach you the mechanics of YOUTH INTRO TO TENNIS shooting piece by piece and how to correct yourself right away Ages 5-10 if you miss. Coach Michie studied shooting technique under Introduce your children to racquet sports and sharpen their the famous shooting coach Buzz Braman. Coach Braman is hand-eye coordination. There’s no waiting in lines in this class, considered by many NBA personnel to be the best shooting and fun games and drills make it a hit! We provide racquets. Class coach there is. Learn the “Braman Method” from Coach Michie takes place in the gym in the fall. Water bottle recommended. and you will be amazed at the results and confidence you gain Class size is limited to 8 so register early. going into the season. Instructor: Denise Bailey Coach: One on One Staff 10/2-11/20 Mon 4-4:45 p.m. $72 9/21-11/9 Thu 7-8 p.m. $160

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YOUTH BEGINNING/ADVANCED TENNIS Ages 7-15 Keeping the fun in tennis, this beginning/advanced class will introduce basic court play, focus on swings, and continue building hand-eye coordination skills. Games and drills will keep you busy hitting the ball! This class picks up where "Youth Intro to Tennis" leaves off. Class takes place in the gym. Instructor: Denise Bailey 10/2-11/20 Mon 4:45-5:30 p.m. $72 BALLET 1 Ages 5-7 This class teaches the basics of correct body alignment and proper ballet technique. Students learn basic ballet vocabulary and combine it into fun, energetic, and expressive dances. Class will introduce traditional barre and center-floor work, and a creative game will round out the hour. No class 11/11, 11/22, and 11/25. SHOTOKAN KARATE Instructors: Michaela Hendrix and Anna Moretti Ages 6 and Older 9/13-12/13 Wed 5-6 p.m. $169 Have fun learning traditional Japanese Shotokan karate. Martial 9/9-12/16 Sat 11 a.m.-Noon $169 Arts training improves self-confidence and concentration in all parts of life. Participants test for belt rank at their own pace. BALLET 2/3 Students participating at the intermediate level should have Ages 8-13 reached the level of seventh kyu (Orange belt) or above, or with This class teaches the basics of correct body alignment and Instructor’s permission. No class 9/14. proper ballet technique. Students learn basic ballet vocabulary Instructor: John Lane and combine it into fun, energetic, and expressive dances. BEGINNER Class will include traditional barre and center-floor work. This 9/7-9/28 Thu 6-6:45 p.m. $27 traditional class is for boys and girls who have taken 2 years of 10/5-10/26 Thu 6-6:45 p.m. $36 dance instruction and older beginners. No class 11/22. 11/2-12/14 Thu 6-6:45 p.m. $54 Instructors: Michaela Hendrix 9/13-12/13 Wed 6-7 p.m. $169 INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED 9/7-9/28 Thu 7-8 p.m. $27 HIP POP 10/5-10/26 Thu 7-8 p.m. $36 Ages 8-10 11/2-12/14 Thu 7-8 p.m. $54 Join the dance party! The students will learn more complex hip hop dance moves and choreography to classic and TUMBLING current pop and hip hop music. Classes are energetic and Ages 6-9 focused on coordination and self-confidence. The dance party Students will practice gymnastics skills in an upbeat and positive always includes fun dance games. The students should wear environment. Children will be developing tumbling skills such comfortable sneakers and bring a water bottle. No class 11/23. as forward rolls, handstands, and balancing. Students will also Instructor: Sheila Gruner work to develop flexibility, core strength, and life skills such as 9/21-10/26 Thu 4-4:45 p.m. $66 teamwork and determination. An additional Insurance required 11/2-12/14 Thu 4-4:45 p.m. $66 for this class; please see “Insurance” under General Information section at the back of the brochure. No class 11/11 and 11/25. Instructors: Michaela Hendrix and Anna Moretti 9/9-12/16 Sat 1:45-2:45 p.m. $169

KIDS ‘N’ KEYBOARDS: A GROUP PIANO PROGRAM FOR CHILDREN Ages 5-11 This affordable program involves a unique teaching method which provides complete piano instruction, and achieves the same results as costly private lessons. A further benefit of this group instruction is that children learn to play music together, in addition to learning solos. The ensemble helps their timing as well as their musical interaction in fun and productive ways. Advances in electronic keyboard technology and affordability have greatly improved in recent years, allowing for all who are interested to develop better piano technique. A student may change classto a different age group, depending on experience and/or skill level with permission from the instructor. No class 11/10 and 11/24. Instructor: Paul Sklar Instructor and students from Kids 'n' Keyboards program. KIDS ‘N’ KEYBOARDS 1 Ages 5-6 In this introductory-level class kids learn easy, fun songs by using special sheet music arrangements that focus on the fundamentals. They also enjoy musical activities and stories, Ì as well as the opportunity to perform in periodic recitals. It is ÌTEENS suggested, at least on the first day of class in Level 1, that parents kindly sit in and help encourage their very young children to INTERPRETIVE PERFORMANCE participate in the songs and musical games. This will help foster THEATER their confidence, and create a more rewarding experience! Ages 8-13 9/15-12/8 Fri 4-4:30 p.m. $110 Teen-Theater Class that uses music with dual/multi languages in a recreational format to entertain and educate youth towards KIDS ‘N’ KEYBOARDS 2 intercultural understanding of diverse populations in Seattle Ages 7-8 communities. This intermediate group enjoys more challenging music, Instructor: World Music Artist Amadanyo from Nembe, Nigeria including real note reading and technique. Recitals really 9/11-10/23 Mon 4:30-5:30 p.m. $140 motivate the students to make good progress. 10/30-12/11 Mon 4:30-5:30 p.m. $140 9/15-12/8 Fri 4:45-5:15 p.m. $110 PAID INTERNSHIPS AND FREE! KIDS ‘N’ KEYBOARDS 3 SERVICE LEARNING Ages 9-11 HOURS AT RAV-ECK! This more advanced level class continues with note reading, Ages 12-18 ensemble playing, and solo piano. Music theory may be Are you interested in a future with Seattle Parks and Recreation? introduced since some students engage in song writing and Paid internship opportunities are available to youth ages 12- improvisation. 18. Earn money while learning how our centers work. Need 9/15-12/8 Fri 5:30-6 p.m. $110 service hours for school? Volunteer opportunities are available supporting special events and ongoing programs. Contact Ravenna Eckstein Community Center for more details: 206-684- 7534.

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CHALLAH BREAD BAKING WORKSHOP HATHA YOGA Ages 16 and Older Ages 14 and Older Join us for a hands-on workshop where we'll learn to make Explore the basic yoga postures (asanas), breath practices challah, a delicious fluffy braided egg bread. You'll learn the (pranayama), and theory of yoga. These classes will teach the entire process from flour to loaf: mixing, kneading, rising, fundamentals of asana, breath awareness, and relaxation baking, and several dough braiding techniques (three, four, and techniques. No specific fitness level is required. You will be six-strand loaves). All the ingredients are provided and you'll encouraged to work within your own limitations and abilities. make your very own loaf to take home, warm out of the oven! Instructor: Monica Enders We'll also make a yummy dip (such as hummus, babaganouj, or 9/11-12/11 Mon 6-7 p.m. $154 tzatziki) while we wait for the dough to rise. BYO Apron. Instructor: Masha Shtern RAVENNA SECOND-STRING ORCHESTRA 9/18 Mon 5:30-8:30 p.m. $35 Ages 13 and Older Ravenna Second String Orchestra provides opportunities to CHEESECAKE AND SWIRLS WORKSHOP develop musical skills and perform with other musicians. This Ages 16 and Older orchestra is a little easier than the Ravenna String Orchestra, In this hands-on class, you’ll learn how to make delicious creamy and is a wonderful opportunity for intermediate players. Enjoy cheesecake and beautiful swirling patterns. We’ll make our own a supportive atmosphere with no auditions. For additional mini-cheesecake and learn how to make round and rectangular information please visit www.ravennastrings.com. Concert at swirling patterns using berries and chocolate sauces. You will Eckstein Middle School on Wednesday, 12/6. get your own mini-cheesecake pan to keep! BYO Apron. Gluten- Instructors: Conductor Nathan Harrison free crust available upon request. 9/11-12/11 Mon 7:15-8:30 p.m. $75 Instructor: Masha Shtern 10/28 Sat 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m. $35 RAVENNA STRING ORCHESTRA Ages 13 and Older SHOTOKAN KARATE The Ravenna String Orchestra provides opportunities to develop Ages 6 and Older musical skills and perform with other musicians. This orchestra Have fun learning traditional Japanese Shotokan karate. Martial is for advanced players. Enjoy a supportive atmosphere with Arts training improves self-confidence and concentration in all no auditions. For additional information please visit www. parts of life. Participants test for belt rank at their own pace. ravennastrings.com. Concert at Eckstein Middle School on Students participating at the intermediate level should have Wednesday, 12/6. reached the level of seventh kyu (Orange belt) or above, or with Instructors: Conductor Joseph White Instructor’s permission. No class 9/14. 9/13-12/13 Wed 7:15-8:30 p.m. $75 Instructor: John Lane Beginner THIRD SATURDAY CONTRA DANCE 9/7-9/28 Thu 6-6:45 p.m. $27 Adults and kids 11 and Older 10/5-10/26 Thu 6-6:45 p.m. $36 Come join your neighbors for a fun time contra dancing: the 11/2-12/14 Thu 6-6:45 p.m. $54 American dance that’s energetic and easy, with moves similar to square dancing. There’s live music and all dances are taught Intermediate/Advanced during the first half hour. And you don’t need to bring a partner. 9/7-9/28 Thu 7-8 p.m. $27 9/16, 10/21, 11/18, 12/16 10/5-10/26 Thu 7-8 p.m. $36 Sat 7-10 p.m. 11/2-12/14 Thu 7-8 p.m. $54 Drop-in: $10

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HOURLY ROOM AND GYMNASIUM RENTAL FEES NOTE: A non-refundable $25 booking fee per site is required for ALL rentals in addition to the hourly rates. An additional charge is required for staff and the use of certain types of equipment, subject to availability at the facility. GYM RENTALS (MINIMUM OF 2 HOURS) »» $30/hour: Small Gym (Athletic use) »» $65/hour: Small Gym (Non-Athletic use) »» $40/hour: Large Gym (Athletic use) »» $110/hour: Large Gym (Non-Athletic use) ROOMS »» $35/hour: Small Rooms (1-400 square feet) RESERVATIONS AND CONFIRMATIONS »» $45/hour: Medium Rooms (401-1,500 square feet) Room, pool, hangar and gym rentals are available on a first- »» $60/hour: Large Rooms (1,500+ square feet) come, first-served basis. All reservations must be made in »» $25/hour: Small Kitchen (minimum of 2 hours) advance, particularly if staff is needed outside of operational »» $48/hour: Large Kitchen (minimum of 2 hours) hours. Rental spaces are not confirmed until payment has been »» $25/hour: Staffing Fee (charged for rental hours + received in full and the Facility and Rental Agreement forms are one hour). For all rentals on weekends or outside City completed and signed. You will be given a copy of these forms. operating hours a staff fee will be charged (staff fee increases 1½ times per hour on holidays). Number of RENTAL RATES WITH ALCOHOL staff will be determined based upon nature of event and AT COMMUNITY CENTERS anticipated attendance. With advance approval, rental groups may serve alcohol when a »» $75: Additional fee for events with ALCOHOL community center is closed to the public. Groups are required to (insurance also required) submit a letter requesting to serve alcohol at their event »» $250: Refundable rental and cleaning deposit (no alcohol), »» Damage Deposit $500 for rentals outside of normal operating hours »» Staff fee $25 per hour /per staff (min. 2 staff) +1 additional »» $500: Refundable damage deposit for events with hour ALCOHOL »» $75 City of Seattle Alcohol Permit Fee »» $25-$250: A non-refundable per hour maintenance fee »» Banquet Permit (www.liq.wa.gov/licensing/banquet- may be charged and collected prior to the event as permits) purchased from the Liquor Control Board $10. determined based upon event size and type. »» Liability insurance ranges $200-$400 or may be covered by some caterers or by your home owner’s insurance COMMUNITY CENTERS/ROOMS AND CAPACITIES policy. Other conditions outlined in Seattle Parks Alcohol Policy and SITE SMALL MED LARGE KITCHEN GYM Guidelines page. This will be provided to you at the time of your Laurelhurst 37 48 72 large reservation. Magnuson Park Please call Chelsea Johnson at 206-233-7892 REFUNDS Meadowbrook (2)10 (7)50 150 large 400 Please review the refund policy with facility staff before you Miller Please call center book your rental. Refunds, minus non-refundable charges and Montlake Please call center penalty fees, will be granted if proper notification is given at Northgate 15/20 179 large 250 least 14 days before the rental. Cancellations made less than 14 days will be assessed greater fees, with the condition that Ravenna 35/20 50 120 small 400 the space is rented to someone else. This statement does not NORTHEAST SEATTLE/SHELTERHOUSES AND CAPACITIES include all elements of the refund policy. Please make sure SITE SMALL you discuss this with the staff person booking your rental. Full text of the refund policy is available at www.seattle.gov/parks/ Cowen Park Shelterhouse Reservation number 684-7534 35 reservations/feesandcharges/refunds.htm. If you have any questions, please contact the staff at the Pinehurst Shelterhouse 53 facility where the rental will take place. Rental rates are subject Reservation number 684-7522 to change. Contact your community center for more information 62 | FALL 2017 | register online at seattle.gov/parks Creating community through people, parks, and programs. GENERAL INFO Pool Personal Lesson Refund/Transfer Policy REGISTER ONLINE! A participant may be issued a refund if he/she drops a READY – Please visit our web site at www.seattle.gov/parks lesson, and notifies the program coordinator, 14 days prior and look for SPARC to see what classes and programs are to the scheduled date. A service charge of $5 or 10% of the available for registration. fee, whichever is greater, will be retained by the facility. If a SET – Contact us to obtain your barcode and PIN number. Take participant drops a personal lesson with less than 14 days time to make sure all of your questions are answered. notice, no refund will be given. Transfers will be accepted for personal lessons with at least 48 hours notice. Any open dates GO – In order to make your online registration go as smoothly or times may be considered. No transfers will be accepted with as possible, please set up an account 24 hours before the less than 48 hours' notice. registration date at http://www.seattle.gov/parks/ and click on the SPARC section. Group Lesson Refund Policy When the withdraw occurs before the second lesson, the session will be pro-rated and a withdraw fee will be assessed. Payment The withdraw fee will be 10% or$5, whichever is greater You can pay for classes and other activities in person or by phone during regular facility hours. You can also register online Class cancellations at www.seattle.gov/parks click on the SPARC logo. Rentals To cover the cost of providing a program, we need a specific may be paid by telephone with a credit card. We accept Visa, number of participants. If too few people sign up for a class, we MasterCard, and American Express. Please make checks and must cancel it. We’ll notify you (at the latest) one or two days money orders out to City of Seattle. Please note: Payment is before the class start date. When possible, we will postpone a due when you register, unless we have indicated otherwise. If cancelled class for a week to allow for more enrollments; if the your check is returned for insufficient funds, your registration class minimum is not met by then, we will have to cancel it. will be cancelled until you pay the amount due plus a $20 fee. Waiting lists Registration is not complete and a spot in the class cannot be We will create waiting lists for all filled classes. Please be sure to held without payment in full. sign up if you are interested in a class that is full, because class Fees and charges openings often become available. If demand is high, we will try ARC-Our Advisory Council provides the programs and activities to form another class. Please contact us for space availability. listed in this brochure under an agreement with Seattle Parks and Recreation. Fees are used to offset the cost of providing the Scholarships programs. Program charges include a user fee paid to Seattle Seattle Parks and Recreation wants to ensure that our activities, Parks and Recreation to defray operating costs. Washington classes and sports are available to everyone, regardless of State sales tax is also included where applicable. their ability to pay. To apply for a scholarship, please talk to a City-Fees and charges are necessary to provide financial member of our staff. support to Seattle Parks and Recreation for the operating costs of programs, facilities and grounds. The revenue generated Anti-discrimination by these fees constitutes only a portion of funds required for As a matter of policy, law, and commitment, Seattle Parks and operating and maintaining the Parks system. All fees collected Recreation does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, from activities and concessions are used exclusively for the marital status, sexual orientation, political ideology, age, creed, Parks system as these funds are deposited in the Parks and religion, ancestry, national origin, or the presence of any sen- Recreation Fund, not the City General Fund. Swimming pool sory, mental, or physical handicap. fees and charges are set by City Council. Accommodation for people with disabilities We will make reasonable accommodation, upon request, for Confirmations people with disabilities. For sign language interpretation, Sorry, we cannot confirm class registration by mail or phone, but auxiliary aids or other accommodations, please call 206-615- we will notify you by phone if your class is postponed or cancelled. 0140 or TDD 206-684-4950. Please allow 10 working days’ Refunds advance notice. If a class or activity is scheduled in an area that It is the policy of Seattle Parks and Recreation and the Associated is not accessible for wheelchairs, we will make every effort to Recreation Council that: help you find a similar program in an accessible location. -A full refund will be issued for any program, activity, or reservation that is cancelled for any reason by the Department Special Populations or the Associated Recreation Council. Note: School-age For information on programs for youth/adults with disabilities, care programs are subject to the following exceptions from please call the Special Populations Office at 206-684-4950, or the published refund policy: 1) No refund/credit is given if visit the web at: www.cityofseattle.net/parks/SpecialPops/ program is canceled due to emergency or weather for the first index.htm. two cancelled days, 2) Cancellation of daily sessions will not be rescheduled. Credits will be determined by the Parks OST Interested in teaching? Manager on a case by case basis. We’re always looking for top quality instructors to offer unique -Any person who registers for a PROGRAM and who requests a courses. We choose class offerings based on participants’ refund before the second class session may receive a prorated interest and space availability. If you have a special talent, skill, refund minus a service charge. or knowledge you would like to share with others in a class or -Any person who registers for an ACTIVITY and who requests workshop format, please contact your local community center. a refund 14 days or more before its start, may receive a refund minus a service charge. Insurance -A transfer from one class to another is permitted without cost An additional $5 insurance fee will be required when registering if done on the same business day as the original registration, for all gymnastics, tumbling, or circus arts classes at Seattle and is subject to space availability. Parks and Recreation facilities. This non-refundable fee covers -No fee is charged for a transfer initiated by Seattle Parks and a child’s participation in all gymnastics, tumbling, or circus arts Recreation staff when done to correct an error in registration classes at SPR facilities for one year from the date of purchase. or allow for a better recreation opportunity. Please contact your local recreation center to purchase this DROPPING A PROGRAM AFTER THE SECOND SESSION: If a insurance. Note: This insurance will only be utilized if expenses participant withdraws from a program after the second session of exceed your primary insurance coverage. a series, no refund will be given. More information For full details of the Department’s Refund Policy, please see Policy For information about Parks and Recreation facilities, recreation Number 060-P 7.16 which can be found here: programs, picnic shelters, and scheduling, please visit our web www.seattle.gov/parks/reservations/feesandcharges/refunds.htm. site at www.seattle.gov/parks, or call our Public Information line, 206-684-4075. register online at seattle.gov/parks | FALL 2017 | 63