These programs are designed for ages 1-6.
Registration Notes:
Online Registration for Free Programs:
Registration for free programs (that require registration) is available online. Go to the online registration page to set up an online account with Recreation and Parks. Once you have an account, you will be able to register online for these free programs beginning January 23 at 8 a.m.
Instructors:
Unless listed otherwise, programs are taught by Recreation Staff. All fitness, dance, and sports programs are taught by instructors who are nationally certified in their area(s) of expertise.
Special Accommodations:
If you have a disability and will need assistance or special accommodations in order to enjoy any of these programs or events, call Therapeutic Recreation at 501-5112 no later than ten working days prior to the program date. For programs that require registration, please call and also check the accommodation box on the registration form.
Kiddie Kollege
For ages 3-5 (must be potty-trained). Fun, creativity, and learning are the majors at Kiddie Kollege Kampus. Kids choose from a wide variety of recreational and educational activities including art, crafts, drama, music, sports, and much more. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
Mon & Tue, Mar 22-May 25, 9:30 a.m.-noon. (No class Apr 5 & 6.)
1CZ.168100 Dorey Recreation Center. $45.
1CZ.168101 Deep Run Recreation Center. $45.
1CZ.168102 Twin Hickory Recreation Center. $45.
Wed & Thur, Mar 24-May 27, 9:30 a.m.-noon. (No class Apr 1, 7, & 8.)
1CZ.168103 Belmont Recreation Center. $42.50.
1CZ.168104 Deep Run Recreation Center. $42.50.
1CZ.168105 Twin Hickory Recreation Center. $42.50.
Kinder Prep
For ages 4½-5 (entering kindergarten in the fall). ABC and 1-2-3, Kinder-Prep's the one for me! Activities will help children make a smooth transition into the kindergarten classroom. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CZ.168106 Fri, Apr 2-May 28, 9:30 a.m.-noon.
No class Apr 9. Deep Run Recreation Center. $20.
Critter Connection
For ages 3-5 (must be potty-trained). Ants, plants, snails, and trails--that's what Critter Connection is all about. Join our staff for an adventure in the big outdoors. Activities include nature crafts, stories, songs, games, and much more. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CZ.168107 Fri, Apr 2-May 14, 10 a.m.-noon.
No class Apr 9. Meadow Farm Museum/Crump Park, Shelter 2. $12.
1CZ.168108 Fri, Apr 2-May 14, 10 a.m.-noon.
No class Apr 9. Dorey Park, Shelter 1. $12.
Fun With Art
For ages 3-5. Paint, glue, paste, and more. Creativity and fun will allow your little one to create a masterpiece each week. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CA.168125 Wed, Feb 17-Mar 10, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $14.
Lil' Crafters!
For ages 4-5 accompanied by an adult. Crazy crafts with paper, paint, pipe cleaners, and more! Information: Cindy Rinker, 261-6898.
1CA.174515 Sat, Feb 27, 9-10 a.m.
1CA.174516 Sat, Mar 13, 9-10 a.m.
1CA.174517 Sat, Apr 3, 9-10 a.m.
1CA.174518 Sat, May 1, 9-10 a.m.
Walkerton Tavern. $6 per session.
Color Me Picasso!
For ages 4-7 accompanied by an adult. Learn about colorful art and paint like Picasso! Information: Cindy Rinker, 261-6898.
1CA.159034 Sat, Mar 6, 10-11 a.m.
Hidden Creek Recreation Center. $6.
Painting in Van Gogh's Garden
For ages 3-6. Young artists will focus primarily on garden colors and painting lessons. Children will learn the artwork of Impressionist artist Vincent Van Gogh. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CA.168131 Sat, Apr 24, 11 a.m.-noon.
The Armour House. $6.
1CA.168132 Sat, May 8, 11 a.m.-noon.
Walkerton Tavern. $6.
Kiddie Kooking Kreations
For ages 3-5. Turn craft time into snack time! We will make fun edible art to reflect a different theme each week. Explore creepy crawlies, planes, trains and automobiles, edible flowers, and more! Information: Alicia Boggs, 290-0305.
1CC.170031 Tue, Feb 23-Mar 16, 10-11 a.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $30.
Edible Garden Bugs and Slugs
For ages 3-5. Since when are bugs made to be eaten? Craft time becomes snack time when we use food to create a garden filled with creepy crawlies made especially for our bellies! Information: Alicia Boggs, 290-0305.
1CC.170034 Thur, Apr 15, 4-5 p.m.
Dorey Recreation Center. $7.50.
Twirling Tots
For ages 3-5. Twirl, skip, and leap! This creative movement class is designed to teach dance fundamentals to the beginning dancer. Instructor: Village Dance Studios. Information: Janice Parker, 217-9061 or Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CD.118722 Tue, Feb 9-Mar 30, 1-1:55 p.m.
Twin Hickory Recreation Center. $40.
1CD.168139 Sat, Feb 20-Mar 27, 9:30-10:25 a.m.
Belmont Recreation Center. $30.
1CD.168137 Tue, Mar 2-Apr 27, 10-10:55 a.m.
No class Apr 6. Belmont Recreation Center. $40.
1CD.118723 Tue, Apr 13-June 1, 1-1:55 p.m.
Twin Hickory Recreation Center. $40.
Ballet Groove
For ages 5-6. Move and groove though those winter blues in this fun and energetic dance class. This class combines beginning ballet, jazz, and modern dance techniques to teach alignment, strength, and coordination with fun and hip music. Instructor: Village Dance Studios. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CD.168140 Sat, Feb 20-Mar 27, 10:30-11:20 a.m.
Belmont Recreation Center. $30.
Ballet Stories
For ages 3-6. This beginning ballet class introduces basic ballet techniques with a focus on classical ballet stories. Instructor: Village Dance Studios. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CD.168138 Wed, Mar 3-Apr 28, 12:30-1:20 p.m.
No class Apr 7. Deep Run Recreation Center. $30.
Teddy Bear Tea
For ages 3-6. Join Teddy and friends at Walkerton Tavern for morning stories, pastries, and tea. Information: Cindy Rinker, 261-6898.
1CE.174506 Thur, Feb 18, 10-11 a.m.
Walkerton Tavern. $7.50.
Sweetheart Ball for Mothers and Sons
For ages 3-5. Registration of a paying adult is required. Let the little man in your life experience his first dance with you! This is an opportunity for mothers and sons to have a special dinner, with dancing and entertainment-a real night on the town! Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CE.168137 Fri, Feb 26, 6-8 p.m.
Confederate Hills Recreation Center. $7.50 per person.
1CE.168127 Fri, Mar 19, 6?8 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $7.50 per person.
Safari Night
For ages 1-6 with an adult. Safari Night on the plains of Hunton Community Center. Calling all preschoolers with a sense for adventure. Come out and enjoy face painting, crafts, and safari games. Dress up in your "outback" safari outfit! Space is limited. Information: Torrance Archie, 501-5990.
1CE.014105 Fri, Mar 5, 6-8 p.m.
Hunton Community Center. Free.
Registration required and available online.
Eggstravaganza
For ages 1-5 with an adult. Celebrate spring by attending this fun?packed morning at Dorey Park. Activities will include hopping games, springtime crafts, face painting, and more. Bring your baskets and join us for the Grand Egg Hunt Finale! Space is limited. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CE.168128 Thur, Apr 1, 10-11:30 a.m.
Dorey Park. Free.
Registration required and available online.
Superhero Training Camp
For ages 4-6. Run faster than a speeding bullet, fly higher than the towers of Gotham City, or tap into your Spidey senses to see if YOU have what it takes to be the next superhero! Dress like your favorite character and test your crime fighting potential! Information: Alicia Boggs, 290-0305.
1CE.170029 Sat, Apr 3, 10-11 a.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. Free.
Registration required and available online.
Caterpillar Club
For ages 3-5. Caterpillar crafts and crazy games! Information: Cindy Rinker, 261-6898.
1CE.174504 Thur, Apr 15, 10-11 a.m.
Walkerton Tavern. $6.
Kamp Kreatures Performance
For ages 3-7. Kamp Kreatures presents "Buzzy The Lazy Frog," a show with Buzzy and Snookie. Find out what lazy tricks Buzzy has been up to. Join us for a wonderful evening of giggles and surprises. Information: Lisa Clark, 737-2859.
1CE.051042 Thur, Apr 29, 6-7 p.m.
Confederate Hills Recreation Center. $6.
Discovery Hunt
For ages 3-6 with an adult. There's a lion in the tavern...and 73 keys! Discover animals and objects hiding in plain sight in our historic facility. Learn about some real animals that are residents on the Walkerton property. Information: Cindy Rinker, 261-6898.
1CF.174111 Sat, Feb 13, 10-11 a.m.
1CF.174112 Fri, Feb 26, 10-11 a.m.
Walkerton Tavern. Free.
Registration required and available online.
Having Fun With a Green Thumb
For ages 4-5. The all new Children's Garden at The Armour House is the perfect setting for little ones to learn the basics of gardening. From the greenhouse to the butterfly garden, children will participate in activities that will inspire and educate. Information: Willie Lewis, 343?3506.
1CG.183711 Fri, Apr 16-May 7, 10-11 a.m.
The Armour House. Free.
Registration required and available online.
Peter Rabbit's Vegetable Garden
For ages 4-6. Learn about Peter Rabbit's adventures in the garden and create your own miniature vegetable garden to take home and nurture! Information: Cindy Rinker, 261-6898.
1CG.174103 Sat, Apr 17, 9-10 a.m.
1CG.174104 Mon, May 17, 10-11 a.m.
Walkerton Tavern. $6 per session.
Watch It Grow!
For ages 4-5. Got containers? Anything from milk cartons to old army boots will do. Transform ordinary items into containers of blooming flowers or vegetables. We'll use our imaginations to decorate while we learn the basics of soil and seed and what it takes to make them grow. Information: Willie Lewis, 343-3506.
1CG.183709 Fri, May 21, 10-11 a.m.
The Armour House. $6.
Acting Fundamentals
For ages 5-6. This class is an introduction to dramatic self expression. Students will use their voices, bodies, and imagination while focusing on a storybook theme. Instructor: Kathi Marks-Merritt. Information: Janice Parker, 217-9061.
1CH.118749 Tue, Feb 9-Mar 2, 5-5:45 p.m.
1CH.118750 Tue, Mar 9-Mar 30, 5-5:45 p.m.
Twin Hickory Recreation Center. $15 per session.
Wake Up Animals!
For ages 4-5. Winter is almost over, and it's time to wake up! Learn who slept the winter away and who stayed active throughout the cold weather. Information: Bekky Monroe, 262-5055.
1CJ.114003 Sun, Feb 21, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. $6.
Happy Birthday, Dr. Seuss!
For ages 4-6. Dr. Seuss is well-known for creating zany, imaginary creatures. Come dressed as your favorite storybook character as we celebrate the Doctor's birthday. Wacky games, crafts, and activities will be included. Information: Bekky Monroe, 262-5055.
1CJ.114005 Tue, Mar 2, 3-4 p.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. $6.
Nature's Nursery
For ages 4-5. High up in the trees, little nestlings are chirping. Young bunnies are racing through the grass. Spring is the time for new baby animals of all kinds. Explore the life of these newborns and how their mothers care for and protect them. Information: Bekky Monroe, 262-5055.
1CJ.114007 Sun, Mar 14, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. $6.
Bubbles
For ages 4-5. One of the joys in life is blowing bubbles and watching them float along in the air. Join us as we mix up a soapy batch outdoors and explore the wonder of these iridescent little orbs. Information: Bekky Monroe, 262-5055.
1CJ.114012 Sun, Apr 25, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. $6.
Little Beaver
For ages 4-5. What is life like for a beaver? Learn how these mammals can cut down a tree without an ax, build a lodge without a hammer, and slap warnings on the water with its tail. Information: Bekky Monroe, 262-5055.
1CJ.114014 Sun, May 16, 1:30-2:30 p.m.
Three Lakes Nature Center. $6.
Fledging Flag Football
For ages 4-6. First kick, first down, and first time playing flag football. This instructional class will introduce the basics of flag football to youngsters. Instructor: Fit Kidz Sports. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CK.168144 Sat, Feb 13-Mar 20, noon-1 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $30.
1CK.168149 Sun, Mar 28-May 2, 2-3 p.m.
Dorey Park, Field 7. $30.
Itty Bitty Basketball
For ages 4-6. Put on your "tiny tennies" and join your coach on the court! He will teach very basic basketball skills such as passing, catching, dribbling, and of course, shooting hoops. Instructor: Fit Kidz Sports. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CK.168150 Mon, Feb 8-Mar 15, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $30.
1CK.168141 Wed, Feb 10-Mar 17, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $30.
1CK.168147 Wed, Mar 24-May 12, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
No class Apr 7 & May 5. Deep Run Recreation Center. $30.
Lil Sluggers T-Ball
For ages 4-6. Children will be introduced to the game of T-Ball and work on basic skills such as fielding, hitting, and throwing the ball. Instructor: Fit Kidz Sports. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CK.168143 Sat, Feb 13-Mar 20, 9-10 a.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $30.
1CK.168151 Sat, Feb 13-Mar 20, 11 a.m.-noon.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $30.
1CK.168146 Sat, Mar 27-May 1, 10-11 a.m.
Dorey Park, Soccer Field #7. $30.
Soccer Stars
For ages 4-6. Soccer players will be introduced to the game of soccer by working on basic skills such as dribbling, passing, and shooting in a non-competitive atmosphere. Instructor: Alan Worrell. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CK.168142 Fri, Feb 12-Mar 26, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
No class Feb 26. Deep Run Recreation Center. $30.
1CK.168145 Sat, Mar 27-May 1, 9-10 a.m.
Dorey Park, Soccer Field # 7. $30.
1CK.168148 Fri, Apr 2-May 21, 4:30-5:30 p.m.
No class Apr 9 & May 7. Deep Run Recreation Center. $30.
Tennis
For ages 4-5. Tennis is a great sport for children to learn! Participants will be introduced to game by practicing drills in proper strokes, serves, and volleys. Our classes offer high quality group instruction with a certified tennis teaching professional and a low ratio of students per instructor. Instructor: Charles Gray. Information: Andy Crane, 501-5156.
1CK.022900 Mon, Feb 8-22, 2:30-3 p.m.
1CK.022902 Tue, Feb 9-23, 2:30-3 p.m.
1CK.022920 Wed, Feb 10-24, 2:30-3 p.m.
1CK.022922 Thur, Feb 11-25, 2:30-3 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center Gym. $18 per session.
1CK.022926 Sat, May 8-June 5, 10-10:30 a.m. No class May 29.
1CK.022924 Mon, May 10-June 7, 3-3:30 p.m. No class May 31.
1CK.022925 Tue, May 11-June 8, 3-3:30 p.m.No class June 1.
Virginia Randolph Tennis Courts. $24 per session.
Little Scientists
For ages 3-5. Discover the world of science and experiment with fun. Each week we will focus on a different topic. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CN.168126 Mon, Mar 1-22, 3-4 p.m.
Dorey Recreation Center. $14.
Games Galore for Preschool
For ages 3-5. Are you tired of the same kiddie games? Enjoy five-minute active games that will teach and improve coordination, promote visual skills, encourage cooperation, and promote fun. Children will also have fun learning about the alphabet, animals, colors, and counting games. Information: Sheila Cunningham, 795-2334.
1CN.159026 Wed, Mar 3-24, 11 a.m.-noon.
Hidden Creek Recreation Center. Free.
Registration required and available online.
Once Upon an Author
For ages 4-6. Each week we will read a different story and make a related craft. We will also learn something about each author and illustrator. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CN.168129 Mon, Apr 12-May 3, 2-3 p.m.
Walkerton Tavern. $14.
Oceans of Fun
For ages 4-5. Come learn about the ocean through stories, art, movement, and science. We will explore marine life, the water cycle, and how you can help care for the ocean. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CN.168130 Wed, Apr 14-May 5, 2-3 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $14.
Dinosaur Discovery Day
For ages 3-6. This class will feature stories, crafts, and lots of dino information! We will take a close-up look at some of our own animals and compare their characteristics with dinosaurs. Information: Eman Shaban, 501-5809.
1CN.168133 Wed, May 19, 4-5 p.m.
Deep Run Recreation Center. $6.