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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Spring Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • March 1, 2018

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General Information Mission Statement

The Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department (MPR) shall provide lands, facilities, and services for community members of all ages and all income levels. It shall provide programs for both sport and leisure. The department shall serve as instructor, facilitator, and partner in efforts to promote and improve quality of life for participants. MPR will work with an involved public and business community to provide a healthy and aesthetically pleasing environment with opportunities for cultural growth. The department should be flexible enough to meet the changing needs and tastes of the community, while finding creative ways to deliver recreation programs and facilities that are affordable to the residents of Middlebury.

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Offices Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Closed Saturday and Sunday and Holidays Physical Address:154 Creek Road Mailing Address: 77 Main Street Middlebury, VT 05753 Other Contact Info: 802-458-8014 Website:http://experiencemiddlebury.com/play/ middlebury-parks-recreation/ FB@ Town of Middlebury Parks & Recreation

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Committee Greg Boglioli –Chair and East Middlebury Rep. Tricia Allen – Ilsley Library Rep. Bill Ford- Memorial Sports Center Rep. Farhad Khan - Selectboard Rep. Carl Robinson- Member At-Large Mark Wilch - Member At-Large Megan Curran - Member At-Large Megan Mayo - Member At-Large

STAFF Dustin Hunt, Program Coordinator 802-458-8014 (802) 771-7107 (Cell during hours of 9am-5pm) DHunt@townofmiddlebury.org Brian Hald, Assistant Program Coordinator 802-458-8014 Bhald@townofmiddlebury.org ADVERTISING The Addison Independent prints and distributes this publication four times per year. We welcome your advertisement for a business, program or event in our publication for a fee; please contact us for more specific information: ads@addisonindependent.com or 388-4944. RESERVATIONS- Facilities and Sports Fields Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department requests that all groups planning to use our facilities or fields please notify us in advance by making a reservation. Anyone wishing to make a reservation must complete a facility use application, available in our offices or online at the Town website. Facility Use Request Forms are considered on a first come, first served basis, depending on availability. Rental fees may apply. For additional information regarding availability, rates, and reservations, contact the MPR offices at 802-458-8014.

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Spring Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • March 1, 2018 INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

Programs may be cancelled in the event of severe weather or power outages. MPR encourages you to do the following if you have questions: Call: MPR Offices Voice Mail system, 802-458-8015 Check: Facebook, Town of Middlebury Parks & Recreation Check: Town of Middlebury web page, www.townofmiddlebury.org

REFUND POLICY

• Full refunds will be given for all classes by MPR. • If you need to cancel your registration before the second session of the program, we will refund you a prorated registration fee, minus 10% processing fee, or issue a credit, good for one calendar year, for the full class fee. After the second session is attended, eligibility for a refund is void. • Please be aware that refund requests may take up to 30 days to process. • Refunds will not be issued from a credit. • Refunds will not be issued for programs costing $10 or less, unless the program is cancelled by MPR. • One-day programs, trips, or special events are not covered under this policy (i.e., no refunds or credit available) • Contracted programs by community instructors have their own guidelines, call for more detailed information.

• Every effort is made to ensure that the information in this guide is accurate. We reserve the right to add, withdraw, or revise programs or events as needed. For more updated information, please visit our website often.

ACCESSIBILITY Individuals with or without disabilities may register for all programs offered by MPR provided program safety can be met. The Department provides reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. Contact MPR offices in advance of the program start date to discuss accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Non-Resident Policy

Non-Residents of Middlebury are allowed to register for all Parks and Recreation programs. Non-Residents will be charged an additional fee of 15% for each program registered for. A Non-Resident is defined as someone who does not live in Middlebury or pay property taxes to the Town of Middlebury.

Scholarships

Middlebury Parks and Recreation is pleased to be able to offer scholarships to participate in all of our programs. The scholarship guidelines are based on the free and reduced lunch guidelines within the schools. If you’d like to apply for a scholarship or more information, please contact our office.

KEEWAYDIN: 100 years of wilderness canoe trips Join the Adventure!

Keewaydin Dunmore Lake Dunmore, Vermont Camp for boys 8-16

Songadeewin of Keewaydin Land Dunmore, Vermont Camp for girls 8-16

Keewaydin Temagami Lake Temagami, Ontario Camp for boys & girls 10-18

Ojibway of Keewaydin Lake Temagami, Ontario Family Wilderness Lodge

Located in Central Vermont and Northern Ontario, Keewaydin camps have provided wilderness canoe trip opportunities to children and adults for more than a century. With the largest fleet of wood-canvas canoes in the world, Keewaydin trips explore Northern New England, The Adirondacks, Quebec and Ontario each summer. To learn more, please contact the Keewaydin Foundation (866-352-4247 or www.keewaydin.org).

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Spring Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • March 1, 2018 Dedication

The Parks and Recreation Department would like to dedicate this activity guide to our departing director, Terri Arnold. Terri’s guidance and leadership over the past 5 years has been instrumental in making our department one of the premier ones in the state. Terri brought a wealth of knowledge and skills that helped our department climb to new heights we never thought imaginable. We will certainly miss her warm smile and welcoming presence, but we are so happy Terri has the opportunity to head back “home” to the Pacific Northwest where she has spent most of her 25+ year career. Thank you, Terri, for your dedication, leadership and commitment to our town; you are certainly leaving Middlebury a much better place than when you arrived! — Dustin Hunt and Brian Hald on behalf of the Middlebury Parks and Recreation staff

Robert E Collins Award

We are pleased to recognize Susan Veguez as the 2017 Robert. E Collins Award winner. Susan moved to Addison County in 1972 and has been serving our community ever since. She was one of the founding members of the Open Door Clinic in 1993 and has spent the last two decades serving migrant farm workers and under-privileged youth. Susan, known as “Chuchi” to her “grandkids,” has worked tirelessly to make sure these youth have the same access to health care, education, and programming that most of us take for granted each day. She has spent thousands of hours transporting children to programs like dance, soccer, gymnastics and countless others, often paying for these out of her own pocket. In a world surrounded by controversy and doubt for these kids she goes out of her way to make sure they feel welcome. The world would be a much better place if there were more Chuchi’s in it. Thank you, Susan, for your dedication and commitment to our community!

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Spring Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • March 1, 2018 Now Hiring Lifeguards and Camp Counselors We are now accepting applications for the 2018 summer season. Please visit www. townofmiddlebury.org or stop by our office to get an application. Applications must be received by Friday March 30th. If you have questions please email Dustin Hunt (dhunt@townofmiddlebury. org) or Brian Hald (bhald@townofmiddlebury.org).

Youth Athletics Quidditch- New this Spring!

Ages: 9-12 (No magical ability required) Instructor: Tabitha Mueller and members of the Middlebury Quidditch team Email: quidditch@middlebury.edu What: Come and play the magical sport of Quidditch with Middlebury College’s Quidditch team. Learn how to capture the elusive snitch, score a goal with the quaffle, and throw a bludger at your opponents. Invented by J.K Rowling and adapted for the muggle world by Middlebury College students, Quidditch is a sport that welcomes all magical abilities! Fee: $60 for 6-weeks Date: Wednesday’s 3:30-4:30pm. April 4th through May 9th Location: Middlebury Recreation Park (located behind Mary Hogan Elementary School)

Archery 1

What: A beginner’s introduction to Archery! Learn the fundamentals of range safety, equipment use, stance, shooting and more in a fun and safe environment. Students will have the opportunity to learn skills as a group and one on one, and practice their new skills on a variety of targets. When: Two 4 week sessions available, Thursdays 3:30-4:30 April 26th-May 17th and May 31st-June 21st Where: Middlebury Recreation Park Instructor: Melinda Laben is a USA Archery Level 2 certified instructor who has been teaching youth since 2006. Ages 7 & up. 12 students max per class. Cost is $80.00(Resident) or $92.00(Non-Resident) per 4 week session for each class Register: Online or in person starting August 25th www.middleburyparksandrec.org

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By GAEN MURPHREE MIDDLEBURY — The uproar at Middlebury College surrounding Charles Murray’s controversial speaking engagement last month has ignited a conversation — both divisive and necessary, full of conflicting claims and voices — over the value of free speech and the nature of inclusivity not just on campus, but in America today. “Events on other campuses since Charles Murray came to Middlebury make it clear that this is, in fact, a nationwide debate that is taking place

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March 2 event, not allowing Murray to deliver his speech or engage in an in-person Q&A. Murray and event moderator Professor Allison Stanger were attacked as they left the McCullough Student Center, with Stanger sustaining injuries that sent her to the emergency room and left her in a neck brace. The incident has set off a chain of official college judicial processes for the approximately 70 students who participated in the protests. It has thrust this medium-size liberal arts college — small-town based but

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Youth Athletics

Middlebury Area Little League 2018 Baseball and Softball

Online Registration Dates: January 2 - March 15 Cost: $50 per player (max. $75 per family) To Register: visit Middleburyparksandrec.org SPECIAL NOTE – To ensure the continuation of this valuable youth program, Middlebury Area Little League needs YOU! Seeking volunteers for a range of tasks including administrative support, fundraising, coaching, umpiring and much more. Please email middareall@gmail.com if you can help our organization. Middlebury Area Little League sponsors 4 league levels:

Farm League (ages 4-6) A great first exposure to baseball, Farm League players will meet Saturday mornings to build skills and gain awareness about the game. The focus is fun and caregivers are asked to remain with their player.

Rookie League – (League Ages 6-8) Rookie League teams play an exciting brand of coach-pitch baseball. Teams will generally meet twice a week and will have an additional game a week once the season gets underway. Players gain skills that will be helpful to everyone at the next level. There is some travel within Addison County.

Minors Baseball/Softball (League Ages 8- 10) – This is the first level of player-pitch ball. Teams will generally practice two or three times a week with one or two games a week once the season begins. There will be some travel, almost all of it within Addison County. Majors Baseball/Softball (League Ages 10 -12) - The highest level of Little League play, players can expect to practice several times a week and play in multiple games per week once the season gets underway. There will be travel, some of it outside of Addison County. There will be mandatory assessments for all Minors and Majors players on Saturday, March 3rd at the Middlebury College Virtue Field House. 11:30am Softball Minors and Majors 12:00pm Baseball Minors and Majors Players must be registered in order to participate. Parents can register their child at the assessment. For more information email middareall@gmail.com. Like us on Facebook to stay current on events and information. Not sure of your player’s “League Age”? Check out www.littleleague.org and search “Age Chart.”

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Youth Athletics

Kindergarten-3rd Grade Panther Lacrosse Clinic

Instructors: Kate Livesay (klivesay@middlebury. edu) Head Women’s Lacrosse Coach and Katie Ritter (kritter@middlebury.edu) Assistant Women’s Lacrosse Coach and members of the Middlebury College lacrosse teams. Who: Children in grades 1st through 3rd grade Schedule: All practices will be from 3:15-4:15pm, Mondays April 2nd - April 30th (*no session week of April vacation 4/23) Location: Middlebury College Virtue Field House (Indoor turf area) Cost: $35 Residents $40 Non Residents Description: Varsity lacrosse players and coaches will teach players basic skills such as shooting, passing, and defense during this weekly one hour session. The program will run for 4 weeks

Pre-K and Kindergarten Introduction to Sports

Instructors: Staff from Middlebury Parks and Recreation as well as area coaches Who: Children ages 4-6 Location: Middlebury Recreation Fields 277 Mary Hogan Drive Schedule: Thursdays from 3:30-4:30pm May 3rd-June 7th (6 Weeks) Cost: $60 Residents $69 Non-Residents Description: The Middlebury Parks and Recreation department is pleased to offer this program aimed to peak young children’s interest in a variety of sports. Each week we will focus on the basic skills of a new sport while keeping the environment fun and engaging. Sports covered will include basketball, soccer, gymnastics, baseball and tennis! During our last session kids will enjoy a fun day playing all of the games they have learned topped off with a party and a special award for each child. For more information - please email dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org or call 802-458-8015

Peer Addiction Recovery Support Our mission is to offer peer-to-peer recovery support, social activities, recovery, coaching, education and advocacy to people seeking recovery from substance use disorders, as well as their families and friends. At the center, our Pathways Guide, staff and volunteers are dedicated to helping those struggling with an opiate addiction. For a list of scheduled recovery meetings, groups and recovery information, visit: www.turningpointaddisonvt.org

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Youth Athletics GYMNASTICS Instructor: Terri Phelps Phone: (802) 236-1315 Email:terriphelps@ymail.com (yes it is ymail, not gmail) Registration will open Tuesday March 6th at 9:30am, both online and in person. Late registrations will be accepted after this date in the Parks and Recreation office IF there are spots available. Students will work to improve strength, flexibility, and coordination, as well as skill development in a safe and fun environment. Instruction will be included on uneven bars, beam, floor exercise, springboard, parallel bars, and vault. Classes will be cancelled if minimum numbers are not met. All classes are held at the municipal gym. Tuesday and Wednesdays: (10 Weeks) 3/20 – 5/30 (no classes April 24th or 25th) Saturdays: (9 Weeks) 3/17-5/26 (no classes March 31 or April 21st) Preschool (Ages 3-4) Sec A: Saturday 9am Res $100 Non Res Sec B: Saturday 10am-11pm Res $100 Non Res Sec C: Saturday 11am-12pm Res $100 Non Res Young Beginners (Ages 4 ½ - 6) Sec D: Saturday 12pm-1pm Res $100 Non Res Beginner/Advanced Beginner (Ages 5+) Sec E: Tuesday 3:15pm-4:15pm Res $100 Non Res Sec F: Wednesday 3:15pm-4:15pm Res $100 Non Res Sec G: Saturday 1:30pm-2:30pm Res $100 Non Res Advanced Beginner/Intermediate (Ages 7+) Sec H: Saturday 2:30pm-3:30pm Res $100 Non Res Intermediate/Advanced Sec I: Tuesday 4:15pm-5:15pm Res $100 Non Res Sec J: Wednesday 4:15pm-5:15pm Res $100 Non Res Sec K: Saturday 3:30pm-4:30pm Res $100 Non Res

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April Break Gymnastics Camps When: April 23rd through the 27th Location: Middlebury Rec. Center Gym, 154 Creek Rd Ages 5+- Times: 9:00-12:00pm Cost: $125.00 (Half Day) Ages 8+- Times: 1:00-4:00pm Cost: $125.00 (Half Day) Ages 8+- Times: 9:00-4:00pm Cost: $185.00 (Full Day)

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Drop-In Programs Adult Co-ed 30+ Basketball-

Wednesdays 6:45-8:30 at Midd. Recreation Facility For more information please contact Bryan Jones @ 989-8399 Cost: $2.00 per drop-in or buy punch cards to save money!

Adult Co-ed Volleyball-

Monday’s 6:45-9pm at Midd. Recreation Facility For more information please contact Tom Randall @ 343-2652 Cost: $2.00 per drop-in or buy punch cards to save money!

Tot Time Gym Hours

Who: Children ages 5 and under Location: Midd. Recreation Facility Schedule: Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10am-12pm during school year Cost: $2.00 per drop-in or buy punch cards to save money! Cost: Suggested $5 donation. Please bring your own place setting. Advance reservation required; call Michelle at 802-377-1419 to reserve your spot!

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Age Well Senior Meals

When: First and Third Wed. of the month, 11-1pm Where: Middlebury Recreation Center Who: Open to anyone 60 years up and their spouse of any age.

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Drop-In Programs Inner Wave Silat We promote waste reduction, reuse, recycling and composting, and provide for the disposal of remaining wastes for our 20 participating towns. Addison, Bridport, Bristol, Cornwall, Ferrisburgh, Goshen, Leicester, Lincoln, Middlebury, Monkton, New Haven, Orwell, Panton, Ripton, Shoreham, Starksboro, Vergennes, Waltham, Weybridge, Whiting

PROGRAMS

H Solid Waste Planning

H Hazardous Waste Collection

H Product Stewardship Initiatives

H Reuse It or Lose It! (Reuseable Goods)

H Technical Assistance to Businesses & Towns H Compost Bin Sales

H Recycling & Composting Education

CALL US FOR INFORMATION ON: H How to Reduce Waste Generation H Where and How to Recycle H How to Compost at Home H Where to Dispose of Trash

H How to Report Illegal Trash Burning H Household Hazardous Waste

The District Transfer Station accepts:

(Station is open Mon - Fri 7AM to 3PM and Sat 8AM to 1PM)

3 Appliances 3 Asbestos 3 Books 3 Construction and Demolition Debris 3 Cooking Oil 3 Electronic Waste 3 Fluorescent Light Bulbs and Ballasts 3 Food Scraps 3 Furniture and Mattresses 3 Household Hazardous Waste* 3 Household and Automotive Batteries 3 Leaf & Yard Waste 3 Maple Sap Tubing 3 Natural Wood Waste 3 Propane Tanks 3 Reusable Household Goods & Building Materials 3 Scrap Metal 3 Secure Document Destruction 3 Textiles 3 Tires 3 Used Motor Oil, Oil Filters & Antifreeze

*Collected at the Transfer Station Monday through Friday, 8AM to 2PM and Saturday, 8AM to 1PM.

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Instructor: Michael Bright Contact: 802-377-5159 Who: All abilities welcome When: Friday mornings 9:30-11:00am Where: Middlebury Recreation Center Cost: Please contact instructor for cost Description: Inner Wave Silat is a complete martial art from Indonesia that includes punches, kicks, close quarter combat, yoga, meditation, and weapons training.

Co-ed Dodgeball

Who: Children in Grades K-8, Adults are encouraged to attend as well! Schedule: Friday’s from 3:30-5:00 starting March 16th Location: Middlebury Recreation Center, 154 Creek Road Cost: Suggested Drop-in Fee of $2.00 per meeting What: We are pleased to be offering drop in dodgeball again this spring! Kids can either ride the ACTR bus to Lacrosse Drive from Mary Hogan for afternoons of dodgeball fun. No need to register, just attend the weeks you would like to participate.

Health, Wellness & Fitness Zumba

Instructor: Amanda Payne apayne.zumba@gmail.com 802-349-5964 Schedule: Monday and Wednesday 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Location: Middlebury Recreation Center Gym, 154 Creek Road Cost: $10 for a drop in, $40.00 for a 6 class punch card or $75.00 for a 12 class punch card. Description: Zumba is a high energy workout that is more fun than it is work! A dance party vibe with lots of fun people! All skill levels are welcome; you do not need to have any sort of background in dance!

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Health, Wellness & Fitness

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L’il Sprouts Yoga for Kids

Instructor: Lynn Kiel- lbkiel@me.com- 314-608-7275 Who: Children Ages 3-5 (older 2’s welcome!) Dates and time: Wednesdays 10:30-11:00 a.m. Session 5: 4/4, 4/11, 4/18, 5/2, 5/9, 5/16 *(Classes are designed to be taken in succession building on each session. Classes will run throughout the year but you can join in at anytime! Repetition builds retention.) Location: Multi-Purpose Room at Middlebury Recreation Center Cost per session: Resident- $50 Non-Resident- $57.50 Brief Description of Class: Program is designed to introduce yoga to kids (ages 2-5) in a fun, playful & silly manner. I use music, stories and play to engage their hearts and minds as well as their bodies. Classes are noisy and high energy most of the time but also have an element of calm teaching kids self-control and how to listen to their bodies. All they need to do is kick off their shoes and have fun!

Friday Morning Yoga

Instructor: Jaime Parmelee Contact: jaimeparmelee@gmail.com Who: All abilities welcome! When: Ongoing on Fridays, 8-9am Location: Middlebury Recreation Center Cost: $15 per drop-in.

Fitness Boot Camp

Instructor: Ginger Lambert: www.gingerlambert.com, 802-343-7160 Schedule: Saturdays 8:00-9:00AM Location: Middlebury Rec. Center Gym 154 Creek Rd. Cost: $12 drop in or $60 for 6 classes Description: This workout is never boring! High intensity/interval stations using kettle bells, jump ropes, hula hoops, body weight, dumbbells, and more. We build strength, agility, cardiovascular endurance, balance and coordination. Great camaraderie if you like working out with others. Class will move out doors to Weybridge as soon as weather permits. Check website for outdoor date, www.gingerlambert.com

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Health, Wellness & Fitness

CALLING ALL CYCLISTS! Bike Smart Training, April 16-20- Get ready for a bikapalooza of a week at the Mary Hogan School side lot. Kohl’s Bike Smart Trailer on hand for kids to borrow bikes and helmets or they can bring their own bikes during Mary Hogan School PE classes and some after-school special sessions. Helmets and safety gear available (some free, some low cost). Hosted by Middlebury Safe Routes with support from Local Motion and Frog Hollow Bikes. Bike & Outdoor Gear Swap & Sale, Fri May 4, 3-6 pm and Sat May 5, 9 am- 12 pm - Cannon Park. Drop off bikes you wish to give away or sell on consignment at Frog Hollow Bikes Monday April 30 to noon Fri May 4. Look for displays from local groups and great deals at Frog Hollow Bikes, Middlebury Mountaineer and Forth and Goal. Proceeds benefit Middlebury Safe Routes. Kelly Boe Memorial Bike Ride, Wed. May 9, 4 pm, departs MUHS Lot -A slow-paced bike ride in honor of those who have been injured or killed while cycling on public roads, including Middlebury’s Kelly Boe for which the ride was started and named. Goes through Middlebury and Weybridge via Weybridge St and Hamilton Rd, escorted by police and returns to MUHS

by about 5 pm. Rain date May 11. Middlebury Safe Routes hosts “Walk and Roll to School Day” first Wednesday of month, monitors traffic patterns and student travel behavior, plans activities to teach bike skills and rules of the road, and recommends improvements to Middlebury’s roads, parking lots, drop offs, sidewalks, crosswalks, traffic lights, signage, bus routes, bike routes, bike racks, and more. Walk/Bike Council of Addison County: The Walk/ Bike Council is a county-wide, citizen-led advisory group which meets every 6-8 weeks in Middlebury. The Council seeks to build momentum and capacity for safer walking and biking to our towns and villages. Council members work with state and regional agencies, municipal staff, schools and other interested community partners. We have a great team on the ground but we are looking for representatives from a number of towns/regions in the County. We would also welcome a youth representative. Anyone interested should visit www.walkbikeaddison.org or email Claire Tebbs: ctebbs@acrpc.org

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Free Senior Programs SUN STYLE TAI CHi Moderate-Advanced Level

Certified Instructor: Karen Glauber Dates: March 1 -April 30, 2018. Mondays AND Thursdays 10:30-11:30am Location: Town of Middlebury Recreation Facility, 154 Creek Rd, Middlebury To register or to inquire about joining the class, contact Karen Glauber at (802)989-7532 What: This class is designed for people who have completed levels 1 and 2 of the Sun Style Tai Chi for Fall Prevention. It will revisit the Tai Chi forms that have been taught in levels 1 and 2 courses, with greater depth into Tai Chi principles, and alignment. We will look at the subtlety of the forms and how to have greater flow between the forms. The Eight Treasures Qi Gong will be included in our practice. Mindfulness practices will be explored and developed through our Tai Chi practice. This course can improve strength, balance, agility, flexibility. and range of motion through the slow, flowing Tai Chi movements, Current research suggests that the ancient healing art of Tai Chi harmonizes mind, body, and subtle energies in the body, and has been shown to reduce inflammatory illnesses, heart disease, diabetes, and

Tai Chi for Beginners

Instructor: Susan Wallis, Tai Chi Vermont and Tai Chi for Health Institute Certified To register: Contact instructor by e mail at swallis@wcvt.com or by phone: (802) 453 5600 Dates and Time: Thursdays noon to 1 PM. Feb. 15, 2018 - June 14, 2018 Age: Adult Location: Middlebury Parks and Recreation Building, Multi-Purpose room, 154 Creek Road, Middlebury Cost: Free Class Description: This is a continuation of the Tai Chi for Beginners’ class that started Sept. 15, 2017. Beginners welcome but some experience with Sun-style tai chi helpful. Tai chi improves balance, strengthens legs and decreases chances of falling. It calms the mind and contributes to a heightened sense of well-being.

Sun-Style 73 Forms Tai Chi

Instructor: Susan Wallis, Tai Chi Vermont and Tai Chi for Health Institute Certified To Register: Contact instructor by e mail at swallis@ wcvt.com or by telephone: (802) 453 5600 Dates and Time: Thursdays 1:15 - 2:15. Feb. 15, 2018 - June 14, 2018 Location: Middlebury Parks and Recreation Building, Multi-Purpose Room, 154 Creek Road. Cost: Free Class Description: This is an intermediate, ongoing class. Anyone with experience in the 73 Forms is invited.

high blood pressure while promoting feelings of wellbeing. This program is a joint sponsorship by Age Well and the Middlebury Town Recreation Department, and is extended to all 50 years of age and older at no charge. Donations to sustain the program are welcome and can be mailed directly to Age Well, 76 Pearl St, Suite 201, Essex Junction, VT 05452. Cost: Free What: This is a continuation of the 73 set that started in September 2016. It is open to continuing participants and to anyone with some background in the 73.

Bone Builders Osteoporosis Exercise Program

Who: Adults ages 55+ Schedule: Tuesday’s and Thursday’s 3:00-4:00pm Location: Middlebury Recreation Center 154 Creek Rd Cost: Absolutely Free! What: Bone Builders is a strength training and balance exercise program for men and women designed to address the issue of osteoporosis. The program is delivered by trained and certified volunteers. Individuals that participated in a weight training program twice weekly gained in bone density, muscle strength, balance, flexibility, energy and well being.

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Middlebury Studio School Adult Art and Clay Classes

When: Thursdays 6-8pm Sess. 3- March 15-Apr 12 Sess. 4- Apr 19-May 17 Sess. 5- May 24-June 21 Location: Classes will be held at 2377 Rte. 7 South. Teens welcome. Hours 6-8PM, 5 classes, Cost: Tuition $150

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Monday Night Oil Painting Instructor: Mary Lower This class is for both the beginner and the more experienced oil painter. Working from observation, students will begin by blocking in the composition focusing on placement, proportion, space, and the dynamics of design. Value, intensity, and temperature of color will be emphasized. Instruction will include demonstrations, examples from art history and individual critiques. Oil painting supplies will be provided. Classes will be held at Mary Lower’s studio

Thursday Mixed Media/Pastels Instructor: Sean Dye Have you ever been mesmerized by a pastel painting? Pure pastel pigment sits vibrantly on the surface. Learn how to effectively use under-painting. Make your own painting using some of Sean’s favorite combinations of materials. Through demonstration and instruction Sean will explain how and why certain supplies were used. Panels, paper, pastels, paint and alternative materials will be provided. Please bring sketches, still life or reference photos.

The Aurora Learning Center and Middlingo will be offering week long summer camps beginning on June 18th and continuing through August 24th. Each week long camp will offer a different experience and will be constructed around a specific theme. From Chinese crafts and cooking to science, nature and a “Festival on the Green” camp, there should be something for everybody to enjoy and get excited about. Please contact Katie McMurray at the Aurora Learning Center, 388-2637, for details regarding theme weeks and tuition. Leave a message and someone will be sure to get back to you within 24 hours!

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Special Events/Interests Kids Obstacle Course Race

Saturday June 2nd, 2018 Sign your children up for the kid’s obstacle course race. We encourage kids to exercise by jumping, running and helping each other out. Throughout the race the kids conquer obstacles just their size, going over walls as well as under and through things. Climbing, balancing, carrying, pulling and pushing things are all skills that we be emphasized. First we will do a walkthrough of the course and answer any questions participants might have and then we will do a stretch and warm up and then start the race. It will be broken up in three different age groups. KIDS AGES 3 TO 5 TIGERS-9:30 -10:30 For children ages 3 through 5, The Kids OCR Race includes 100 yard dash followed by a series of fun obstacles that are just their size a pit of bubbles and bouncy house. * The younger kids will be grouped together

KIDS AGES 6 TO 8 LIONS- 10:30-11:30 For racers aged 6-8 years old, racers will tackle a One-Mile run. Racers will encounter fun obstacles throughout the course and a pit of bubbles bouncy house water and mud. KIDS AGES 9 TO 11 BEARS- 11:30- 12:30 For racers aged 9-11 years old, racers will tackle a One-Mile run. Racers will encounter fun obstacles throughout the course and a pit of bubbles mud and water too. All Kids OCR will receive a Kids OCR T-Shirt and Finisher medal at the end of the last Race! Additional Course Details: a towel, change of clothes and a bag to put dirty clothes in if they get muddy. Obstacles will be optional. * If you feel that your kid can run a mile and is younger, feel free to sign them up for the older race. You feel that your kid can’t run a mile, feel free to sign them up for the shorter race. You know your kid best. * Dress your Kids accordingly to weather/ if weather is real bad then we will reschedule Cost is $35.(Resident) or $40 (Non-Resident)

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Special Events/Interests Intermediate Line Dancing Lessons

Beginner’s Line Dancing Lessons

For all ages – Beginner Level (No Pre-requisites) Instructor: Andrea Warren Phone: 802-870-0324 Email: goodtimelinedancingvt@gmail.com Learn to Line Dance with Good Time Line Dancing! Join us for a 5-week session of beginner line dancing lessons. Each dance is broken down into step-by-step instructions and then reviewed to the music (country, pop and rock genres). A new dance is taught weekly and all dances will be reviewed on week 5. Line Dancing is a great source of exercise and a fun escape from cabin fever! Participants will need to bring comfortable clothing shoes for dancing. Music, speakers, and instructions will be provided. Fee: $5 per class, or $20 for 5 class pass Dates: Tuesdays 5:30-6:30 p.m. March 6 – April 23, 2018 Location: Middlebury Parks and Recreation Building, 154 Creek Road, Multi-Purpose Room

All ages 13 and older – Intermediate Level Instructor: Andrea Warren Phone: 802-870-0324 Email: goodtimelinedancingvt@gmail.com Line Dance with Good Time Line Dancing! Join us for a 5-week session of intermediate line dancing lessons. Each dance is broken down into step-by-step instructions that then reviewed to the music (country, pop, and rock genres). Dances range from beginner improver to highintermediate. A new dance is taught weekly and all dances will be reviewed on week 5. Line Dancing is a great source of exercise and a fun escape from cabin fever! Participants will need to bring comfortable clothing shoes for dancing. Music, speakers, and instructions will be provided. Fee: $5 per class, or $20 for 5 class pass Dates: Saturdays 1:30-3:00 p.m. March 10 – April 7, 2018 Location: Middlebury Parks and Recreation Building, 154 Creek Road, Multi-Purpose Room

Chess Club of Addison County:

Wednesdays, February 7th through April 25th, 3:30 to 4:45 and 6:30 to 8:30. Drop-in fee $2 per participant per session. 2018 Vermont Amateur Chess Championship ( a tournament open to USCF members): Saturday, November 3, 8:15 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.

West African Dance Class

Instructor: Seny Daffe Contact: senydaffe4@gmail.com 802-349-5941; 802-453-5664 Who: Ages 15 and Up Schedule: Thursdays 5:30-7:00pm on-going Location: Middlebury Recreation Center Cost: $15.00 per class Description: Seny Daffe grew up in Guinea, West Africa where dancing and drumming are inseparable from their culture. He was trained by various master instructors of these arts and has taught throughout W. Africa, Europe and the U.S. This will be an exciting, lively class for all levels of experience, accompanied by live drumming.

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Special Events/Interests DOG TRAINING: Bestbuddyk9training.com

SIGN UP directly for classes online at middleburyparksandrec.org AND to COMPLETE THE SIGN UP process send an email to: bestbuddyk9training@gmail. com to let our trainer know you are in. ALL CLASSES: April 15-May 27 on Sundays PUPPY KINDERGARTEN. Class One, April 15, is the Seminar on Dog Learning & Behavior, which is required for all classes, and is without your dog.10-11:15am. The following six session are 9am9:45 (4/22, 4/29, 5/6, 5/13, 5/20, 5/27) Ages 10-20 weeks by April 22. Off-leash play and training is critical to your dog’s socialization, which prevents fears and problems later in life. Puppies MUST be socialized with other friendly dogs and adults correctly by four months and continue, to create a well-balanced adult dog that is able to be comfortable around all types of people and other dogs. $85 Res, $89 NonRes. Adult Dog 1 10:00 - 11:00 Class One, April 15, is without your dog 10-11:25 Ages 5 months or older. Learn new skills or brush up on old ones to get your dog to pay attention to you in the face of distractions. Learning to get attention along with teaching cues such as sit, down, stay, come, leave it, drop it, heal, and change directions, will strengthen your communication and bond with your dog to create

a dynamic human dog team! No overly aggressive or overly barky dogs please. $95 resident, $109.25 for nonresidents. Adult Dog II: Sundays 11:20-12:20 meets OUTSIDE into real life situations where skills need to be applied. Outdoor recall and training cues are a major focus, and with the distractions and outdoor activity, your dog will learn to listen in many situations. Expand on lessons learned in Level 1, and learn fun games to play with dogs of any age. Our goal is to enable owners to enjoy their dog’s joy for life by re-channeling the dog’s exuberance or poor responsiveness to owners, into equally enthusiastic obedience. Emphasis is based on super-prompt sits and downs, reliable rock-solid stays, and controlled on-leash walking and heeling. Pre-requisite: Adult Dog Level I. Dogs must be friendly with other dogs and people. $95 residents, $109.25 Supply list for classes: Up to Date Copy of Vet Records. *Adults must have current rabies vaccination; puppies must have first two rounds of DHLPP or DHPP. This is a great family activity. Your dog’s regular collar and leash but no choke or prongs please, about 100 pea size training treats, and for strong pullers get the Deluxe Easy Walk Harness available at Amazon.com, and a training pouch is also helpful. Bring your family. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

Clean courts all mud season long. Middlebury Indoor Tennis.

Group Clinics & Private Lessons for Youth & Adults

Youth clinics available for your 4 years of age through high school — year round Youth Tennis club starts March, 19th - April 18th, Mon. & Wed. 3:30-5p.m., 6th - 9th grade, free Adult clinics available Mon - Friday—year round.

Weekly Drop-in Times, Sun. - Thurs.

Men’s Night Mon. 7-8:30p.m. Ladies Night Wed. at 5:30 - 7p.m. Lunch Bunch Wed. 11:30a.m.-1:30p.m. Senior Drop-in Tues. & Thurs. 12p.m.-1:30p.m. Family Play Sun.at 10:30a.m. - 12p.m. Adult Clinic Drop-in Tues. 6-7p.m., Wed 8:30a.m. - 9:30a.m.

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