MECHANICSBURG AREA PARKS & RECREATION WINTER/SPRING PROGRAM BROCHURE 2020 • Issue No. 1
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Adult Programs......................3-5 Aquatic Programs...................6-7 Youth Programs....................8-11 Trips....................................13
Thank You to
OPERATION WILDCAT For their continued support with the Youth Recreation Scholarship Fund.
COMMUNITY Operation Wildcat Yard Sale
Largest Yard Sale Ever XV will be held April 24 and 25, 2020 at Mechanicsburg Brethren in Christ Church (McBic). Donations are accepted year-round. Questions - call or email Maureen Ross at 717-773-1988, mross4@comcast.net.
Mechanicsburg Dinner Club
Tired of eating out by yourself? Looking for new places to eat and enjoy new friendships? Look nofurther. We have several great restaurants for you. There is no fee; just simply show up and pay for your own dinner and tip. We meet at a new restaurant the third Wednesday of each month at 5:30 pm. Register online to ensure your restaurant reservation. Hops & Barley Wed, Jan 15, 2020 398 N. York St. #6260, Mechanicsburg Dad’s Garage Grill & Burger House Wed, Feb 19, 2020 245 E. Main Street, Mechanicsburg Wed, Mar 18, 2020 The Barn at Allenberry 1559 Boiling Springs Rd., Boiling Springs Tikki Shack Indian Grub Wed, Apr 15, 2020 825 Hogestown Rd., Mechanicsburg Mission BBQ Wed, May 20, 2020 25 N 32nd St., Camp Hill
Summer Adventure Camp
SAC is a 10 week enrichment day camp offered to students ages 6-14. Campers participate in weekly field trips, theme days, group activities and swimming. Early registration begins March 2. Register early to ensure your camper the best summer! Registrations will be accepted until camp is full. “I could go on and on about what we loved about SAC- the swimming at the pool, the location of the camp (Memorial Park and Elmwood are perfect), the swimming lessons that we can sign up for, the perfect field trips, reading with the trailblazers....we just had an awesome experience and I can’t rave about SAC enough to anyone who asks!”
12th Annual Earth Day Festival The festival will be held in downtown Mechanicsburg on April 18, 2020 from 9:00 am to 3:00 pm. Music, eco-friendly vendors, Rain Barrel Silent Auction, and much more at this free community event. Learn more at: www.MechanicsburgEarthDayFest.com.
Wildcat Night An Evening in the Spotlight
Save the date for Wildcat Foundation Night at Stocks Manor: Friday, February 21, 2020, 6:00pm - 10:00 pm. Evening Includes silent auction, seated dinner, open bar, $10,000 raffle, and much more (guaranteed first prize of 5k!). Both event and raffle tickets will go on sale soon: $75 pp (teachers, support staff, and your one quest, $60 pp); raffle, $100 each. For additional information, or to reserve your space, contact the Foundation Office (wildcatfoundation@mbgsd. org or 717-691-4505.) Proceeds benefit the Wildcat Foundation, the educational foundation of Mechanicsburg Area School District (MASD). Our mission is to strengthen the educational, cultural, wellness, and athletic programs of MASD.
PA Discounted Ski Tickets
• Bear Creek • Big Boulder • Blue Mountain • Snow Mountain • Elk Mountain • Greek Peak • Roundtop/Liberty/Whitetail • Camelback • Seven Springs • Sno Mountain Visit website for additional information. Not available to purchase online; you must stop by the Recreation Office to acquire the tickets.
Mechanicsburg Ski Club
The Ski Club is open to all students, families and community members and gives residents the best possible value for skiing and snowboarding. It also provides students the opportunity to go as a group throughout January and February on Tuesday evenings. For more information, contact Jason Minnich at jaminnich@mbgsd.org or view the online registration form and club informational brochure at www.mbgsd.org under News and Announcements.
Singer Band
Mechanicsburg’s Historic town band - The Singer Band - is currently looking for members for all sections. Bring your own instrument and join us to play marches, show tunes, big band numbers, classical favorites, and many more high school level pieces of music. Please visit our website at www.singerband.org for more information or call 717-697-9347.
Wildcat Before & After Care
Before and After School Program for Elmwood Academy students. Care is provided from 6:30 am - 7:45 am and 2:30 pm - 6:00 pm on all school days. All-day care is offered on some teacher in-service and holiday recess days. Information and registration forms can be found on our website, www.mbgsd.org under the Parks and Recreation tab. Questions? Call us at 717-691-4572 or email Jenna Smerling at Jsmerling@mbgsd.org. Registration is open year round!
THANK YOU to
OPERATION WILDCAT For their continued support with the Youth Recreation Scholarship Fund.
The Mechanicsburg Area Parks & Recreation Program Brochure is published three times a year for the Mechanicsburg Area School District, 600 South Norway St., 2nd Floor, Mechanicsburg, PA 17055. 2
ADULT EXERCISE PROGRAMS ALL ACCESS PASS
Session I: M/Tu/W/Th/Sa, Jan 6 - Mar 21 Session II: M/Tu/W/Th/Sa, Apr 6 - May 16 Ages: 18+ Session I R: $124 Session I NR: $134 Session II R: $84, After Mar 27 $94 Session II NR: $94, After Mar 27 $104 What a great way to experience all of our most popular classes. Passes are limited, sign up quickly. Please see each individual class for schedule. Classes include: Boot Camp, Booty Barre, Cardio Lite, Core de Force, Hatha Yoga, Kick Jam Fusion, Muscle Pump Gold, Pilates, Pilates Gold, PiYo, PiYo/Insanity Fusion, REFIT, Senior Cardio, Top Shelf Fitness, Yoga Gold, and Zumba Ste.
ADULT MARTIAL ARTS
Date: Tu, Feb 11 - Mar 24 Time: 7:00 pm - 7:50 pm Location: Tiger Rock Martial Arts 3300 Hartzdale Dr, Camp Hill Ages: 18+ Instructor: Brandon Keeton Fee: $49 Are you ready to make a change to enhance your life? Our program will add an exciting new facet to your life regardless of your season in life. Improve flexibility, coordination, gain more strength, better endurance, get more focused, lose weight and learn effective self defense skills.
BALLROOM DANCING BEGINNER
Date: W, Jan 22 - Feb 26 Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Location: Trails & Trees Environmental Center Ages: 18+ Instructor: Deborah Davis R: $64 NR: $74 Great night out! Learn the fun basics in a variety of dances. A great way to relieve stress, build confidence and enjoy exercise.
BASKETBALL MEN’S OPEN GYM MONDAY
Date: M, Jan 27 - Apr 6 Time: 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm Location: Elmwood Academy Gym Ages: 18+ Instructor: Sean Pivovarnik R: $42 NR: $52 Fast paced pick-up games will be played each night on three courts. You can either pay $5 each night or pay the discounted amount by preregistering. NO CLASS 2/17.
TUESDAY
Date: T, Jan 21 - Mar 31 Time: 8:15 pm - 10:15 pm Location: Mech. Middle School Gym Ages: 35+ Instructor: Kevin Canniff R: $42 NR: $52 Slow paced pick-up games are played each night. You can either pay $5 each night or pay the discounted amount by preregistering. NO CLASS 2/11.
WEDNESDAY
Date: W, Jan 29 - Apr 1 Time: 8:30 pm - 10:30 pm Location: Elmwood Academy Gym Ages: 18+ Instructor: Sean Pivovarnik R: $42 NR: $52 Fast paced pick-up games will be played each night on two courts. You can either pay $5 each night or pay the discounted amount by preregistering.
BOOT CAMP
BOOTY BARRE
Session I: Tu, Jan 7 - Mar 17 Session II: Tu, Apr 7 - May 19 Time: 9:30 am - 10:00 am Location: First Church of God Community Ctr. 201 E. Green Street Ages: 18+ Instructor: Marisa Stipe Session I R: $23 Session I NR: $33 Session II R: $15, After Mar 27 $25 Session II NR: $25, After Mar 27 $35 This is an energetic, fun workout that fuses fitness techniques from Dance, Pilates, and Yoga that will tone, define and chisel the whole body. Please bring a mat and lite weights. NO CLASS 4/21.
CARDIO LITE
Session I: M/W, Jan 6 - Mar 18 Session II: M/W, Apr 6 - May 20 Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Location: Mech. Middle School Aux. Gym Ages: 18+ Instructor: Annan Hollinger Session I R: $68 Session I NR: $78 Session II R: $48, After Mar 27 $58 Session II NR: $58, After Mar 27 $68 Get a great workout with low to moderate impact moves designed to burn fat. Class incorporates classic floor aerobics that are easy to follow with no complicated choreography. You must provide your own mat. NO CLASS 1/20, 2/17 4/13. NEW
Session I: W, Jan 8 - Mar 18 Session II: W, Apr 8 - May 20 Time: 6:35 pm - 7:35 pm Location: Elmwood Academy Aux. Gym Ages: 18+ Instructor: Cate Mortimer Session I R: $38 Session I NR: $48 Session II R: $27, After Mar 27 $37 Session II NR: $37, After Mar 27 $47 Cross into a variety of intense group interval exercises to achieve an improved cardiovascular endurance level and create a productive life. Please bring a towel, mat, water and light weights.
CORE DE FORCE
Session I: Th, Jan 9 - Mar 19 Session II: Th, Apr 16 - May 21 Time: 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm Location: Elwood Academy Aux. Gym Ages: 18+ Instructor: Cate Mortimer Session I R: $23 Session I NR: $33 Session II R: $15, After Apr 3 $25 Session II NR: $25, After Apr 3 $35 It’s the ultimate mixed martial arts-inspired workout that will knock out the belly fat, help slash inches off your waist, and carve total-body definition. No equipment required.
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Inclement Weather Policy If School is: • Cancelled - No Programs • Early Dismissal - No Programs • Delayed - Program as Scheduled 3
ADULT EXERCISE PROGRAMS HATHA YOGA
Session I: W, Jan 8 - Mar 18 Session II: W, Apr 8 - May 20 Time: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Location: Northside Elementary Ages: 18+ Instructor: Marisa Stipe Session I R: $38 Session I NR: $48 Session II R: $24, After Mar 27 $34 Session II NR: $34, After Mar 27 $44 Blends balance, strength, flexibility and power in a fitness format. No shoes or socks. Please bring a mat. NO CLASS 4/22.
HEALTHY STRIDES WALKING PROGRAM
Date: M/W, Jan 6 - Mar 11 Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Location: Middle School Lobby Area Ages: 18+ Fee: Free Walking is easily the most popular form of exercise, and also the universal sport. Join us each night at your own pace. Pre-registration is required. NO CLASS 1/15, 1/20, 2/17, 2/19.
KICK JAM FUSION
Session I: W, Jan 8 - Mar 18 Session II: W, Apr 8 - May 20 Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Location: Elmwood Academy Aux. Gym Ages: 18+ Instructor: Cate Mortimer Session I R: $38 Session I NR: $48 Session II R: $27, After Mar 27 $37 Session II NR: $37, After Mar 27 $47 This is the combo cardio workout that you’ve been looking for, where you are free to enjoy a blend of kickboxing and dance. Try an addictive fusion of dance moves with kicks and punches in between. Join in on this challenging cardiovascular class that puts just as much emphasis on having fun as breaking a sweat. Bring a towel and water bottle.
MUSCLE PUMP GOLD
Session I: M, Jan 6 - Mar 16 Session II: M, Apr 6 - May 18 Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Location: First Church of God Community Ctr. 201 E. Green Street Ages: 50+ Instructor: Marisa Stipe Session I R: $31 Session I NR: $41 Session II R: $20, After Mar 27 $30 Session II NR: $30, After Mar 27 $40 This program is designed to focus on muscle endurance using free weights. It includes an abdominal workout, elements of P90X and Insanity. Please bring a mat and challenging weights to class. NO CLASS 1/20, 2/17, 4/13, 4/20.
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PILATES
Session I: M/W, Jan 6 - Mar 18 Session II: M/W, Apr 6 - May 20 Time: 6:35 pm - 7:35 pm Location: Middle School Auxiliary Gym Ages: 18+ Instructor: Christine Pompeii Session I R: $68 Session I NR: $78 Session II R: $48, After Mar 27 $58 Session II NR: $58, After Mar 27 $68 A method of body conditioning based on using fewer but more controlled movements, positions and gravity to work the core muscles. Please bring a yoga mat and water to class. NO CLASS 1/20, 2/17, 4/13.
PILATES GOLD
Session I: Tu, Jan 7 - Mar 17 Session II: Tu, Apr 7 - May 19 Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Location: First Church of God Community Ctr. 201 E. Green Street Ages: 50+ Instructor: Marisa Stipe Session I R: $38 Session I NR: $48 Session II R: $24, After Mar 27 $34 Session II NR: $34, After Mar 27 $44 This program is geared towards the active adult. A method of body conditioning based on using fewer but more controlled movements, positions and gravity to work the core muscles. Please bring a mat. NO CLASS 4/21.
PiYo
Session I: Th, Jan 9 - Mar 19 Session II: Th, Apr 16 - May 21 Time: 6:05 pm - 7:05 pm Location: Elmwood Academy Aux. Gym Ages: 18+ Instructor: Cate Mortimer Session I R: $38 Session I NR: $48 Session II R: $24, After Apr 3 $34 Session II NR: $34, After Apr 3 $44 A combination of Pilates and Yoga. The muscle sculpting and core work of Pilates with the flow and flexibility of Yoga. Please bring a mat and a water bottle.
NEW
REFIT
Session I: M, Jan 6 - Feb 24 Session II: M, Apr 6 - May 18 Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Location: Trails & Trees Environmental Center Ages: 18+ Instructor: Mary Lee Lefever Session I R: $20 Session I NR: $30 Session II R: $20, After Feb 21 $30 Session II NR: $30, After Feb 21 $40 Our workouts are designed for everybody, regardless of age, shape, size, or ability. This movement and music group fitness class combines cardio, balance, flexibility, and toning elements. Powered by human connections, powerful moves, and positive music, we turn boring, have-to workouts into cannot-miss community fitness experience. NO CLASS 1/20, 2/17, 4/13, 4/27.
SENIOR CARDIO
Session I: M, Jan 6 - Mar 16 Session II: M, Apr 6 - May 18 Time: 9:30 am - 10:00 am Location: First Church of God Community Ctr. 201 E. Green Street Ages: 50+ Instructor: Marissa Stipe Session I R: $19 Session I NR: $29 Session II R: $13, After Mar 27 $23 Session II NR: $23, After Mar 27 $33 This low impact class changes routines weekly and focuses on the heart, lungs and strengthens major muscle groups. NO CLASS 1/20, 2/17, 4/13, 4/20.
TOP SHELF FITNESS
Session I: Sa, Jan 11 - Mar 21 Session II: Sa, Apr 18 - May 30 Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am Location: Middle School Auxiliary Gym Ages: 18+ Instructor: Marisa Stipe Session I R: $58 Session I NR: $68 Session II R: $24, After Apr 3 $34 Session II NR: $34, After Apr 3 $44 This workout is designed for weight loss and to get into great athletic shape. The program will include: aerobics, cardio kickboxing, insanity, zumba, zumba toning, dance aerobics, calisthenics, hula hooping, jumping rope, weight training, kettle bells, muscle confusion, boot camp, core work, pilates, pound workout, PiYo and gyrokenesis. Please bring weights and a mat. NO CLASS 4/25, 5/16, 5/23.
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ADULT EXERCISE PROGRAMS VOLLEYBALL OPEN GYM
Date: M, Jan 13 - Apr 20 Time: 8:15 pm - 10:15 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Middle School Gym Ages: 18+ Instructor: Derek Vogelsong R: $46 NR: $56 Spike into pick-up games weekly. Two courts available. NO CLASS 1/20, 2/17, 4/13.
ADULT GENERAL PROGRAMS ADULT HORSEMANSHIP
Date: M/W, Mar 23 - Apr 8 Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Total Equine Learning Center 645 Sawnmill Road, Lisburn Ages: 18+ Instructor: Joanne Hocker R: $288, After Mar 13 $298 NR: $298, After Mar 13 $308 This program will include care and feeding of horses, grooming, tack, English and Western riding.
NEW BUYING A HOME FOR VETERANS
YOGA GOLD
Session I: Tu, Jan 7 - Mar 17 Session II: Tu, Apr 7 - May 19 Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: First Church of God Community Ctr. 201 E. Green Street Ages: 50+ Instructor: Marisa Stipe Session I R: $38 Session I NR: $48 Session II R: $24, After Mar 27 $34 Session II NR: $34, After Mar 27 $44 This program is designed to improve the health, performance, and mental acuity. It blends balance, strength, flexibility and power in a fitness format. No shoes or socks. Please bring a mat. NO CLASS 4/21.
ZUMBA STEP
Session I: W, Jan 8 - Mar 18 Session II: W, Apr 8 - May 20 Time: 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Location: Northside Elementary Ages: 18+ Instructor: Marisa Stipe Session I R: $38 Session I NR: $48 Session II R: $20, After Mar 27 $30 Session II NR: $30, After Mar 27 $40 Step Aerobics performed in a Zumba style, choreographed routine by stepping up, onto and down from a portable platform. Please bring a mat and step. NO CLASS 4/22.
Session I: Tu, Mar 24 Session II: Tu, Apr 21 Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Middle School Library Ages: 21+ Instructor: Jan Castner Fee: $12 Learn the value and reward of buying a home as a veteran. Topics include: what paperwork is required, find out what you can afford, financing options, what and how to look over homes for sale, negotiating and final details for a Veteran to purchase a home.
FREEZER MEAL WORKSHOP
Session I: Th, Jan 16 Session II: Th, Feb 20 Session III: Th, Mar 19 Session IV: Th, Apr 16 Time: 7:15 pm - 8:45 pm Location: Trails & Trees Environmental Center Ages: 18+ Instructor: Tammy Tosti Session I R: $64 Session I NR: $74 Session II R: $64, After Feb 7 $74 Session II NR: $74, After Feb 7 $84 Session III R: $64, After Mar 6 $74 Session III NR: $64, After Mar 6 $74 Session IV R: $64, After Apr 3 $74 Session IV NR: $74, After Apr 3 $84 Join us as we assemble five meals that can yield 4-6 servings. Cooking methods will include stove top, oven and crockpot. New recipes each month. You provide your own meat (instructor will provide list via email) and all other ingredients will be provided. Registrant cancellation must be done 48 hours prior to class, due to fresh supplies being purchased. NEW HOW TO BUY A HOME Session I: Tu, Mar 3 Session II: Tu, Apr 7 Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Middle School Library Ages: 21+ Instructor: Jan Castner Fee: $12 Learn about the process of buying a home in one class. How much can you afford? Tips on closing costs, negotiating skills, working with a broker or not. Invaluable and helpful house buying information.
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HERBAL WINDOW BOX OR PATIO PLANTER
Date: Th, May 14 Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Location: The Rosemary Hous,. 120 S. Market Street Ages: 18+ Instructor: Susanna Reppert Fee: $45 Have a sunny corner on your stoop or deck for some herbs? Join us and plant your own culinary garden. Class will include various shaped planters, an assortment of culinary herbs, a review of their uses, planting and care handouts. Please dress for the weather and bring garden gloves. Supplies included. NEW INTRO TO UKULELE Date: Tu, Mar 10 - Apr 14 Time: 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Middle School Library Ages: 18+ R: $54, After Feb 28 $64 NR: $64, After Feb 28 $74 Have you been searching for a new hobby or looking for a way to melt some stress away? Come out and learn the basics and build a foundation on your path to a lifelong hobby. No musical background needed. *A few Ukuleles will be available for you during the program.
NEW MAKE & TAKE ESSENTIAL OILS
Date: W, Feb 19 Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Trails & Trees Environmental Center Ages: 18+ Instructor: Gwenn Wheeler R: $21, After Feb 7 $31 NR: $31, After Feb 7 $41 Learn about Essential Oils and then make several different roller ball containers for a variety of ailments! Each participant will make two roller ball containers, extras can be made at $5 each.
PHOTO CHAOS TO DIGITAL PHOTO PEACE
Date: M, Mar 23 - Mar 30 Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Trails & Trees Environmental Center Ages: 18+ Instructor: Stephanie Shirey R: $44, After Mar 13 $54 NR: $54, After Mar 13 $64 This class will help you take your photo mess and turn it into a beautifully organized collection of memories that your family will enjoy for many generations. In the first class we’ll set-up your photo goals, learn the basics of photo organization and learn methods to store your photos safely. The second class we’ll review more photo organization techniques, understand the basics for safely sharing photos and spend time actually organizing some of your photos. Please bring either your laptop, iPad or smartphone.
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AQUATICS EXERCISE & WELLNESS AQUA ACTION SWIM PASS FAMILY & INDIVIDUAL
Date: F, Jan 24 - Apr 3 Time: 7:00 pm - 8:15 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Senior High Pool Ages: 1.5+ Family R: $39 Family NR: $49 Individual R: $29 Individual NR: $39 Cannonball! Jump in and stay active with open swim. Two lanes will be open for adult lap swim. NO CLASS 2/14, 3/6.
ITTY BITTY WATER KITTY
Date: M/Tu/W/Th, May 11 - May 14 Time: 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Senior High Pool Ages: At least 1 but less than 5 Instructor: Abby Souder R: $24, After May 1 $34 NR: $34, After May 1 $44 Rub-a-dub-dub, let’s pretend to be a sub. We’ll work on beginning water skills. Each child must be accompanied in the water by a parent.
LAP SWIMMING
Session I: Tu/Th Jan 21 - Feb 20 Session II: Tu/Th, Mar 17 - Apr 21 Time: 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Senior High Pool Ages: 18+ Instructor: Ivy Logue Session I R: $39 Session I NR: $49 Session II R: $39, After Mar 6 $49 Session II NR: $49, After Mar 6 $59 We have two lap lanes available during Water Aerobics class. Limited registration. Must pre-register. NO CLASS 4/9.
PADDLEBOARD YOGA & PILATES
Date: Sa Jan 18 Time Pilates: 9:00 am - 9:45 am Time Yoga: 10:00 am - 10:45 am Time Yoga: 11:00 am - 11:45 am Location: Mechanicsburg Senior High Pool Ages: 18+ Fee: $30 per class Join H2L Studio and Susquehanna Outfitters for another year of Paddle Board Yoga and Paddle Board Pilates Classes at the Mechanicsburg Area Senior High Pool. Sign up is required in advance and is $30, this includes your board rental. Sign up online at https://www.h2lstudio.com/paddleboard, space is limited! All levels welcome. Contact H2L Studio with any questions.
SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM LESSONS
Session I & II: M/W/F Mar 16 - Mar 27 Session III & IV: M/W/F Apr 6 - Apr 22 Session I Time: 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm Session II Time: 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm Session III Time: 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm Session IV Time: 6:15 pm - 6:45 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Senior High Pool Ages: At least 5 but less than 13 Instructor: Mike Glumac R: $99 NR: $109 Instructors available to provide semi-private swim lessons from learning to swim to competitive level. NO CLASS 4/10, 4/13.
WATER AEROBICS
Session I: Tu/Th Jan 21 - Feb 20 Session II: Tu/Th, Mar 17 - Apr 21 Time: 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Senior High Pool Ages: 18+ Instructor: Ivy Logue Session I R: $46 Session I NR: $56 Session II R: $46, After Mar 6 $56 Session II NR: $56, After Mar 6 $66 Enter and enjoy the world of water aerobics. A cardiovascular workout using kick boards, noodles and water weights in the water. NO CLASS 4/9.
WINTER SPECIAL 2020
Pool Passes on sale Dec 3 - Jan 31
GREAT CHRISTMAS PRESENT! Pool passes sold at Mechanicsburg Borough Office
717-691-3310 See page 14 for prices.
Mechanicsburg Swim Club (MSC) • Competitive year round swim team. • Ages 5-18. Practices are held at the Senior High Pool. http://www.mechanicsburgswimclub.com Register Online • No Service Fee 6
AQUATICS EXERCISE & WELLNESS
FLOATERS LEVEL 1
WATER CATS
Date: M/Tu/W/Th, May 11 - May 21 Time: 6:00 pm - 7:45 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Senior High Pool Ages: At least 5 but less than 13 Instructor: Mike Glumac R: $49 NR: $59 Provides children with the skills needed to learn how to swim, as well as how to stay safe in, on and around the water.
FLOATERS LEVEL 1
May 11 May 21
6:00 pm 6:30 pm
PADDLERS LEVEL 2
May 11 May 21
6:35 pm 7:05 pm
FLIPPERS LEVEL 3
May 11 May 21
7:10 pm 7:45 pm
COMPETITIVE
May 11 May 21
7:10 pm 7:45 pm
SWIM
Level 1 - Based on skill ability, NOT age. Beginning water skills - no previous swimming experience needed to sign up for this level. Students will be able to demonstrate the following at the completion of this level: Fully submerge face for 3 seconds. Supported floating on front and back. Supported arm movement on front and back. Bubble blowing through mouth and nose. Walking and/or “swimming” 5 yards in chest deep water. Enter and exit the pool with or without assistance.
PADDLERS LEVEL 2
Level 2 - Based on skill ability, NOT age. Fundamental Aquatic skills. Students will be able to demonstrate the following at the completion of this level: Enter and exit the pool unassisted. Retrieve object off of bottom of pool with eyes open. Bob, submerging head 15 times and bob to safety. Blowing bubbles through nose. Front floating for 5 seconds. Front floats include “jellyfish”, “superman”, and tuck. Back floating for 15 seconds. 2-3 body lengths swimming front crawl and breathing by picking head up straight. 2-3 body lengths swimming back crawl. Treading water for 15 seconds.
FLIPPERS LEVEL 3
Level 3 - Based on skill ability, NOT age. Stroke Development. Students will be able to demonstrate the following skills at the completion of this level: 15 yds front crawl with consistent rotary breathing. 15 yds back crawl. Treading water for 30 seconds. Deep water back float for 30 seconds. Survival swimming for 30 seconds. Kneeling and stride dives. Front and back glides. Bob while moving to safety. Elementary Backstroke. Sidestroke kick. Butterfly kick.
COMPETITIVE SWIM
Bridging the gap between learn to swim and the competitive swimming: • Instructional programs that develop the fundamental competitive swimming skills necessary to participate on a Swim team • Four competitive strokes • Basic endurance • Starts and turns • Safety • Competitive Swimming rules and etiquette (circle swim, pace clocks etc.)
Job Opportunity! Who: YOU! What: Before and after school program aide Where: Elmwood Academy When: Hours range between 2:00pm-6:00pm Mechanicsburg Area Parks and Recreation is excited to offer the 4th and 5th graders of Elmwood Academy a fun, safe and enriching environment where students can socialize with friends, explore their interests, participate in group activities and receive assistance with homework. If you enjoy working with children 9-12 years old and are looking for a little extra money in a fun environment head on over to www.mbgsd.org to apply!
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YOUTH EXERCISE & WELLNESS NEW
BASKET BALL CLINIC BY FINDABALLER
Date: Tu, Mar 3 - Apr 21 Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am Location: Broad Street Elementary Ages: At least 5 but less than 9 R: $259, After Feb 21 $269 NR: $269, After Apr 8 $279 High energy teaching sessions perfect for those learning the fundamentals of basketball and having fun in the process. Instructors will be available to run the basketball clinic. The focus for the clinic is to help introduce and refine the basic skills in order to have fun playing the game or attaining a higher level of play.
FIELD HOCKEY MINI-STICKS
Date: Sa, May 9 - May 30 Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am Location: Memorial Park Turf Field Ages: At least 3 but less than 6 Instructor: Tonya Brown and Staff Fee: $19, After Apr 24 $29 Field hockey fundamentals with exciting small 3v3 games to develop game skills. Please bring mouth guard, shin guards, and water bottle to practice everyday. We’ll provide the sticks. Parent involvement is required. Please visit www.longstreth.com if you would prefer to order a youth package.
FIELD HOCKEY SPRING LEAGUE
Date: Sa, May 9 - May 30 Time: 9:00 am - 10:15 pm Location: Memorial Park Turf Field Grades: K - 6 Instructor: Tonya Brown R: $24, After Apr 24 $34 NR: $34, After Apr 24 $44 Each practice will consist of 15 minutes of skills and then small games. K-2 grade will play 3v3. 3-6 grade will play 5v5. Please bring mouth guard, shin guards, stick, water bottle and a long sock to practice everyday. Please visit www.longstreth.com if you would prefer to order a youth package. NO CLASS 5/23.
FIELD HOCKEY STICK SKILLS K-6
GIRLS YOUTH VOLLEYBALL
Date: W, Apr 1 - May 6 Time: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Middle School Gym Ages: At least 10 but less than 15 Instructor: John Gross Fee: $89, After Mar 20 $99 Bump, set, spike! Get in the gym to learn how to play volleyball, improve your skills and play games! NO CLASS 4/13.
GYMNASTICS
Session I & II Date: M, Jan 27 - Mar 30 Session III & IV Date: M, Apr 20 - May 11 Session I & III Time: 5:30 pm - 6:10 pm Session II & IV Time: 6:15 pm - 6:55 pm Location: Elmwood Academy Aux. Gym Session I & III Ages: At least 3 but less than 6 Session II & IV Ages: At least 6 but less than 13 Instructor: Harrisburg Gymnastics Session I & II R: $97 Session I & II NR: $107 Session III & IV R: $52, After Apr 8 $62 Session III & IV NR: $62, After Apr 8 $72 Tumbling, bars, balance beam, vault and more! A fundamental program to build strength, flexibility and self confidence. NO CLASS 2/17, 3/9.
HIP HOP DON’T STOP GRADES K-12
Date: Su, Jan 19 - Mar 22 Grades K-1 Time: 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm Grades 2-3 Time: 2:15 pm - 3:00 pm Grades 4-8 Time: 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm Grades 5-12 Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Studio ‘91, 712 Grantham Rd, Grantham Instructor: Janice Brougher-Roos Registration K-3: $109 Registration 4-8: $119 Registration 5-12: $119 Grab your BFF’s, and get ready to hip hop till you drop! You will be movin’ and groovin’ to cool beats as you stomp your feet. This class combines dance training and choreography to improve stamina and performance skills. Participants need to wear comfortable exercise clothing or dance wear. Indoor sneakers or dance shoes are mandatory. Parent observation will be on 3/22.
Date: Tu, Mar 24 - Apr 14 Grades K-2 Time: 6:15 pm - 7:00 pm Grades 3-6 Time: 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Wildcat Activity Center Instructor: Tonya Brown and Staff K-2 Fee: $36, After Mar 13 $46 3-6 Fee: $39, After Mar 13 $49 Field hockey fundamentals with exciting small games to develop game skills. Please bring mouthguard, shinguards, stick, water bottle and a long sock to practice everyday. Please visit www.longstreth.com if you would prefer to order a youth package.
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JUNIOR MARTIAL ARTS
Date: W, Feb 12 - Mar 25 Time: 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm Location: Tiger Rock Martial Arts 3300 Hartzdale Dr, Camp Hill Instructor: Brandon Keeton Fee: $49 Nobody sits on the bench in this junior Taekwondo program. Students will learn self-esteem, confidence, discipline, self-control, self-defense skills and much more! Our atmosphere, though challenging, is one of accomplishment through individual development. By focusing and trying hard, the students understand they can be extremely successful in martial arts and in life!
MIDDLE SCHOOL TENNIS CLUB
Date: Tu/Th, Apr 14 - May 21 April Time: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm May Time: 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Location: Senior High Tennis Courts Ages: At least 11 but less than 15 Instructor: Coach Smith Fee: Free This will provide a pathway for students who wish to play competitively in high school. It will involve an hour of live action focusing on development of skills and actual play. Mechanicsburg Area School District Students Only. April schedule is subject to change pending high school match days.
SOCCER SHOTS
Winter Date: Tu, Jan 14 - Mar 3 Spring Date: Tu, Mar 31 - May 19 Time: Varies Location: Elmwood Academy Auxiliary Gym Ages: At least 2 but less than 8 Fee: $100 A fun, high-energy introduction to soccer. Classes focus on skill development and character development in a non-competitive environment. Register online only: www.soccershots.org/harrisburg. For more information, call 717-805-1255.
YOUTH EXERCISE & WELLNESS TENNIS U8, U11, BEGINNER / ADVANCED BEGINNER
Date: Sa, Apr 25 - May 16 U8 Time: 9:00 am - 10:00 am U11 Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am Beg. / Adv. Beg. Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm Location: Mech. Senior High Tennis Courts U8 Ages: At least 5 but less than 8 U11 Ages: At least 8 but less than 11 Beg. / Adv. Beg. Ages: At least 11 but less than 16 Instructor: Coach Smith R: $64, After Apr 8 $74 NR: $74, After Apr 8 $84 These programs are for beginners and advanced beginners that teach the fundamentals of tennis. Please bring an age appropriate racket.
TIGER CUBS MARTIAL ARTS
Date: Tu, Feb 11 - Mar 24 Time: 5:45 pm - 6:10 pm Location: Tiger Rock Martial Arts 3300 Hartzdale Dr, Camp Hill Ages: At least 4 but less than 6 Instructor: Brandon Keeton Fee: $49 Participants will benefit from the specialized curriculum which develops both sides of the body with symmetrical movements. When learning takes place in this balanced manner, both hemispheres of the brain are encouraged to develop simultaneously. Our Cubs learn to focus their attention, increase their confidence, and improve their coordination. They also have lots of fun!
YOUTH MARTIAL ARTS
Date: Tu, Feb 11 - Mar 24 Time: 7:00 pm - 7:50 pm Location: Tiger Rock Martial Arts 3300 Hartzdale Dr, Camp Hill Ages: At least 12 but less than 16 Instructor: Brandon Keeton Fee: $49 Turn these, sometimes, awkward years into a time of positive influence and strong character! Our training surrounds early teens with good influences of likeminded peers and positive reinforcement. Youth learn the benefits of functional fitness and responsible citizenship in a rewarding environment.
TRACK CLUB
Date: M, Mar 30 - May 18 Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Location: Mechanicsburg High School Track Ages: At least 9 but less than 15 Instructor: Sue Canniff & Lori McKenney Fee: $59, After Mar 20 $69 An opportunity for students to participate in recreational track and field. Learn the basics of running, jumping and throwing. There will be a couple track meets during our season. Parents may be required to help during the track meets. If your child would like to continue with Track & Field, please check out Hershey Blaze at http:// www.hersheyblazetc.org. NO CLASS 4/13, 4/15.
Summer Employment Opportunities Mechanicsburg Area Parks & Recreation
Applications available on our website. Interviews March 13 & 14.
SAC: (Summer Adventure Camp) • Must be 18 years of age or older • Dedicated • Positive Role Model • Loves working with children
Playground Program:
• Must be 16 years of age or older • Creative and willing to organize games and daily activities • Positive attitude • Loves being outside and working with children
Mechanicsburg Area Community Swimming Pool Applications available on the Mechanicsburg Borough website.
Lifeguard: • Must be 15 years of age or older • Must be ARC certified • Loves being outside • Dedicated to working a shift
Clerk: • Must be 15 years of age or older • Loves working with the public • Strong work ethic • Must be good with money and making change Front Desk: • Must be 18 years of age or older • Must be able to establish good working relationships with customers/patrons • Accurate and attention to detail • Must have computer and phone skills
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YOUTH GENERAL PROGRAMS NEW
ART ABOUT BASQUIAT
Date: Sa, Jan 25 Time: 9:00 am - 10:45 pm Location: Trails & Trees Environmental Center Ages: At least 5 but less than 11 Instructor: Tenaj Van Zijl R: $23 NR: $33 Learn how Jean-Michel Basquiat became famous by following his dreams of becoming a famous artist. He shows you that art doesn’t have to be neat or clean and definitely not inside the lines to be beautiful. Led by award-winning artist and designer. All supplies included. NEW ART FOR JUNIORS Session I Date: F, Jan 10 - Jan 31 Session II Date: F, Feb 21 - Mar 13 Time: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm Location: Trails & Trees Environmental Center Ages: At least 8 but less than 14 Instructor: Tenaj Van Zijl Session I R: $89 Session I NR: $99 Session II R: $89, After Feb 7 $99 Session II NR: $99, After Feb 7 $109 Explore color, line, shape pattern, and texture in two dimensional art techniques. Juniors will develop their artistic voices and learn about famous artists. Class is led by award-winning artist and designer. All supplies included.
NEW ART PETITS Session I Date: F, Jan 10 - Jan 31 Session II Date: F, Feb 21 - Mar 13 Time: 3:30 pm - 4:30 pm Location: Trails & Trees Environmental Center Ages: At least 5 but less than 9 Instructor: Tenaj Van Zijl Session I R: $79 Session I NR: $89 Session II R: $79, After Feb 7 $89 Session II NR: $89, After Feb 7 $99 Have fun, play, get dirty, and create! Discover the basics of painting. Explore freehand drawing, learn to mix colors, and develop your art identity. Class is led by award-winning artist and designer. All supplies included.
BEGINNING PONY RIDING MINI CAMP
GREEN TEAM ENVIRONMENTAL CLUB
Session I Date: Su, Mar 29 Session II Date: Su, Apr 19 Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Location: Total Equine Learning Center 645 Sawmill Road, Lisburn Ages: At least 4 but less than 14 Instructor: Joanne Hocker Session I R: $44, After Mar 20 $54 Session I NR: $54, After Mar 20 $64 Session II R: $44, After Apr 8 $54 Session II NR: $54, After Apr 8 $64 Enjoy riding ponies, learning how to care for them and other fun activities. The farm has an indoor and outdoor ring, so come rain or shine.
Session I Date: Tu, Mar 3 - May 19 Session II Date: Th, Mar 5 - May 21 Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Location: Trails & Trees Environmental Center Ages: At least 10 but less than 12 Instructor: Richelle Corty Fee: $64 This program is for 5th Graders interested in caring for their environment. Informational fliers will be handed out the first week of December by Ms. Corty. Registration deadline is February 14. Any questions, please contact Richelle Corty at rcorty@verizon.net.. NO CLASS: 4/7, 4/9.
HORSEBACK RIDING CLINIC NEW
BUILD AND DESIGN CHALLENGE
Date: Th, Mar 5 - Mar 19 Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Location: Upper Allen Elementary Room 218 Ages: At least 8 but less than 13 Instructor: John Green R: $32, After Feb 21 $42 NR: $42, After Feb 21 $52 Are you up for a challenge? Do you like to invent or build things? During this program, students will use basic, everyday materials and work in teams to build contraptions or construct simple machines to accomplish different tasks. Come ready to build, collaborate, and design. A great program of using STEM - Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math. NEW DELVING INTO DINOSAURS Date: Tu, Feb 18 - Mar 17 Time: 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Location: Elmwood Academy Art Room Ages: At least 5 but less than 12 Instructor: Michael Sgrignoli R: $52, After Feb 7 $62 NR: $62, After Feb 7 $72 A chronological exploration of some of the most exotic creatures the world has ever seen. This 5-week course starts where life began: the sea. It continues through the time when dinosaurs ruled the world right through their cataclysmic demise and concludes with a discussion of the very latest fascinating fossil finds.
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Date: Sa, Mar 21 - Apr 25 Time: 1:00 pm - 2:30 pm Location: Total Equine Learning Center 645 Sawmill Road, Lisburn Ages: At least 6 but less than 16 Instructor: Joanne Hocker R: $288, After Mar 6 $298 NR: $298, After Mar 6 $308 This clinic will include the care and feeding of horses, grooming, tack, English and Western riding. NEW
INTRODUCTION TO PORTAIT PAINTING
Session I Date: W, Jan 8 - Jan 29 Session II Date: W, Feb 19 - Mar 11 Time: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm Location: Trails & Trees Environmental Center Ages: At least 13 but less than 19 Instructor: Tenaj Van Zijl Session I R: $79 Session I NR: $89 Session II R: $79, After Feb 7 $89 Session II NR: $89, After Feb 7 $99 This introduction class will acquaint young artists with the necessary basics of proportion, angle, value, and perspective. Emphasis will be placed on the idea that observation is the first step in a solid art foundation. Students will base their drawings on each other, themselves, and a model in a course that is perfect for both experienced and beginner painters. Class is led by award-winning artist and designer. All supplies included.
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YOUTH GENERAL PROGRAMS NEW LEGO CHALLENGE Date: M, Mar 16 - Mar 30 Time: 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Location: Upper Allen Room 218 Ages: At least 8 but less than 12 Instructor: John Green R: $32, After Mar 6 $42 NR: $42, After Mar 6 $52 Come be challenged to think outside the box to create challenges with Legos. Projects will be created individually and in teams.
HIGH SCHOOL PROGRAMS
PRIVATE MUSICAL INSTRUCTION BEHIND THE WHEEL Location: Senior High Band Room DRIVER EDUCATION Ages: At least 6 but less than 20 Instructors: Oliver Fairley; Clarinet/Saxophone Molly Shotridge; Flute Achieve a higher level of musical fluency through private lessons for the Clarinet/Saxophone or Flute. Lessons will be held between 3:00-9:00 pm in half hour blocks. Participants must have their own instrument, method books and metronome. The instructor will contact you with a schedule, payments and policies.
CLARINET/ SAXOPHONE
Jan 9 May 22
3:00 pm 9:00 pm
FLUTE
Jan 10 May 22
3:00 pm 8:30 pm
Location: Mechanicsburg Senior High School Instructors: Doug Erney, Gary Davidson Ages: At least 15 but less than 19 Fee: $350 This course is available to students holding a valid learner’s permit or license and completing the classroom phase (or currently enrolled in good standing). This driving program does not assure students of receiving a valid driver’s license when the course is completed. The instruction is scheduled during a student’s study hall, after school or during the summer. Must reside in the Mechanicsburg Area School District. A $175 deposit is needed upon registration and an additional $175 is required by the first day behind the wheel.
SAFE SITTER BABYSITTING TRAINING
MECHANICSBURG ACTIVITES PROGRAM - M.A.P.’S
Session I Date: Tu/Th, Feb 18 - Mar 19 Session II Date: Tu/Th, Apr 14 - May 14 Time: 3:30 pm - 5:00 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Middle School Grades: 6 - 8 Fee: Varies The Middle School in cooperation with Mechanicsburg Area Parks & Recreation and Operation Wildcat will be offering programs on Tuesdays and Thursdays for five weeks for 6th - 8th grade students. Involvement in after-school programs is very important to the development of our middle school students. M.A.P.’S provides exploratory, enrichment, and remediation opportunities to address the social, emotional, academic, physical, and aesthetic areas of child development. Scholarships are available. Transportation is provided.
Session I Date: F, Jan 17 Session II Date: F, Feb 14 Time: 8:30 am - 3:15 pm Location: Trails and Trees Environmental Center Ages: At least 11 but less than 16 Instructor: Sue Canniff Session I R: $69 Session I NR: $79 Session II R: $69, After Jan 31 $79 Session II NR: $79, After Jan 31 $89 Safe Sitter®, an up-to-date and well-rounded youth development program with a medical basis, teaches young teen babysitters everything they need to know to keep themselves and the children in their care safe. The nationally-recognized, pediatrician-developed program includes child care techniques, basic first aid, rescue techniques (like choking infant and child rescue), babysitting as a business, and online and cell phone safety. Fills up quickly! Please bring a baby doll and packed lunch to class.
PONY PRANCE RIDING
Date: Su, May 3 Time: 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm Location: Total Equine Learning Center 645 Sawmill Road, Lisburn Ages: At least 2 but less than 7 Instructor: Joanne Hocker R: $40, After Apr 24 $50 NR: $50, After Apr 24 $60 Does your child enjoy riding ponies? This program will allow your child to ride a pony for an entire hour and a half. Please wear clothes appropriate for riding. Do not forget the camera!
SAT/ACT PREP
Date: Su, Mar 1 - Apr 26 Time: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Middle School Library and Room 160 Ages: At least 15 but less than 19 Instructors: Cindy Miceli, Linda Rowe R: $187, After Feb 21 $197 NR: $197, After Feb 21 $207 Worried about taking the ACT or the SAT? Learn about the differences, structure, content, and format of these tests. Gain insight and practice tips/strategy from experienced teachers to help maximize your score. This class is prepping students for the May 2, SAT. Call Now! Classes fill up fast! NO CLASS 3/8, 4/12.
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FAMILY PROGRAMS Rec Annual Dance ~Unicorn Magic ~ Feb 22, 2020 Students are encouraged to invite a special adult in their life to dance the night away! This is a family friendly event. Hors D'oeuvres and dancing included. (Dinner is not included.)
Tickets for this Annual Event go on sale Monday, December 2. Sponsored by STUDIO ‘91 Registration is per person. Not sold as a couple. Date: Feb 22, 2020 Time: 6:30 pm - 9:00 pm Location: Mechanicsburg Senior High Cafeteria Grades: K-5th Price: $15.00 *There will be a raffle table and Camera Box for pictures*
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We are currently seeking instructors for the Mechanicsburg Activities Program (M.A.P.). The program will be held at MMS on Tuesdays & Thursdays from 3:30-5:00pm, for five weeks for 6th-8th graders. Session I: Feb 18 - Mar 19 Session II: Apr 14 - May 14
WE NEED YOUR HELP! Please consider offering a club or activity for students to attend after school. Involvement in after-school programs is very important to the development of our middle school students. Instructor proposals due by December 14. Program ideas: Ceramics, Cooking, Drawing/Painting, Scrapbooks/Stamping, Sewing, Community Stewardship/Preservation, Gardening (herbs, hydroponics, etc.), Recycling/Composting, Watershed, Foreign Languages, Math, Sign Language, Clowing, Dance (Ballet, Cloggin, Folk, Irish, Step, Tap, etc.), Drama/Theater, Fitness Programs, Sports, Walking, Yoga, Computer Graphics, Jounalism, Photography, Poetry, Wildcat TV, Wood Working, World Cultures (Customs, Food, Holidays), Board Games, Boys Club, Girls Club, Service Club. Please contact Josh at 717-691-4572 if interested or need more information. Call Us. . .717-691-4572 • Click Us. . .www.mbgsd.org • Come On In. . .1731 S. York Street 12
TRIPS Philadelphia Flower Show featuring George Weigel
Date: Mar 3 Date: Mar 4 Cost: $89 pp The trip includes transportation to and from the Pennsylvania Convention Center, Show ticket and on-board show tips and gardening tidbits by garden writer George Weigel.
Hamilton on Broadway
Date: Apr 29 Cost: $364 pp Hamilton is the story of the unlikely Founding Father determined to make his mark on the new nation as hungry and ambitious as he is. From bastard orphan to Washington’s right-hand man, rebel to war hero, a loving husband caught in the country’s first sex scandal, to the Treasury head who made an untrusting world believe in the American economy. George Washington, Eliza Hamilton, Thomas Jefferson and Hamilton’s lifelong friend/foil Aaron Burr all make their mark in this astonishing new musical exploration of a political mastermind.
Cape Cod Value Tour
Date: May 25 - May 29 Cost: $899 Single pp, $699 Double pp What a better way to kick off summer than on the beautiful Cape! Motorcoach Transportation, 4 Nights of Accommodations at the Holiday Inn Hyannis, Round Trip Luggage Handling (One bag per person), Guided Tour to Provincetown along Scenic Route 6A, Visit to the Cape Cod National Seashore Visitor’s Center, Admission on a Whale Watch Excursion, Guided Tours of Boston and Plymouth, Guided Tours of Hyannis and Sandwich, Admission to the John F. Kennedy Hyannis Museum, Visit to the Cape Cod Canal Visitor’s Center, 4 Full Breakfasts, 2 Dinners, 1 Lobster Dinner, Meal Taxes & Gratuities, Rooms Taxes and Maid Gratuities.
Cape May A Day on Your Own
Blue Angels Experience in Annapolis New Orleans - Southern Charm Date: Mar 19 -Mar 27 Cost: $2399 Single pp, $1749 Double pp Traveling through Roanoke, Virginia, WinstonSalem, NC and Atlanta GA, seeing great sights along the way, such as Bellingrath Home & Gardens and the World of Coca Cola. We arrive in New Orleans to explore the lively city; your hotel is a block from the famed Bourbon Street. In addition to free time we have a New Orleans City Tour, The Mardi Gras Museum, Honey Island Swamp Tour, some great food at Mulates and The Court of Two Sisters before we return by way of Birmingham, AL, Chattanooga, TN and, Blacksburg, VA with stops at the Civil Rights Museum and Ruby Falls. Trip includes Transportation, 8 Nights Lodging, 15 Meals, admissions, Taxes and Meal Gratuities. Driver & Guide Gratuities are not included.
Springtime in NYC
Date: Apr 4 Date: Apr 11 Cost: $65 pp Cost: $49 pp New York City has an unbelievable array of shopping, over 150 world class museums, 18,000 restaurants and 135 Broadway theatres so there is something for everyone. Enjoy the springtime magic in NYC!
Date: May 20 Cost: $115 pp Arrive in Annapolis Maryland. Enjoy the quaint downtown area for shopping and lunch on your own. The many shops and restaurants offer a wide range of choices. Then board your cruise and head out into the bay to watch the Elite Navy Pilots - The Blue Angels on their practice day. Nothing different today except the crowds. They are preparing for the Celebration of the United State Naval Academy’s 2020 graduating class on May 23rd. There is no better place to watch than from the water! Trip includes: Transportation, Cruise and Air Demonstration.
Discover Pittsburgh & Flight 93 Memorial
Date: May 12 Cost: $150 pp Enjoy the beautiful setting in Shanksville in remembrance of the passengers and crew of Flight 93. In Pittsburgh enjoy 4 star dining at Lemont Restaurant with a spectacular view and ride the historic Duquesne Incline down. End your day with a 60 minute sight-seeing cruise on the famous 3 rivers.
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Date: Jun 20 Cost: $75 pp Cape May is a city and seaside resort at the tip of southern New Jersey’s Cape May Peninsula. It’s known for its grand Victorian houses such as the Emlen Physick Estate, now a museum with a preserved interior from the era. Shops and restaurants line the Washington Street Mall, 3 pedestrianized blocks of Washington Street. The Cape May Lighthouse provides views across the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean. The day is yours to explore.
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Non-Discrimination Policy The Mechanicsburg Area School District, an equal opportunity employer, will not discriminate in employment, educational programs or activities based on sex, race, religion, national origin, color or handicap. This policy of @Mrec4u non-discrimination extends to all other legally protected classifications. Publication of this policy in this document is in accordance with state and federal laws including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1973, Sections 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the American’s Disabilities Act. Inquiries should be directed to the Compliance Officer/Personnel Coordinator, Deb Stouffer at Mechanicsburg Area School District, 100 E. Elmwood Ave., Mechanicsburg, PA 17055-4199.
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Trails and Treesprogram Environmental Center. This is great opportunity to service the community and keep our open space educational area greener. Donation to Youth Recreation Scholarship Fund
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SAVE THE DATES! February 23 To The Moon & Back Dance March 4 SAC First Day of Registration June 7 FEBRUARY 1 Dive-In Movie Pentagon Concert July 21 FEBRUARY 22 th Annual Tri4Kids 9 Unicorn Magic Annual Dance
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