Middlebury Parks and Rec Spring Activity Guide

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Tracks: Nature Camp For Kids Instructor: Katie McMurray Who: Children ages 6-8 What: Tracks Nature Camp for children is a place for children to come together and think outside.

No Box Required. It is play based, open ended and experiential. We will spend our Saturday mornings exploring and discovering the wooded trails that comprise Battell Woods. Depending upon the interests of the group we will build debris shelters, go on scavenger hunts, find the perfect walking stick, collect interesting things and search for bugs, slugs and other ughhs. Tracks incorporates music, visual arts and dramatic play into its curriculum. Come with us while we explore, discover and celebrate a small place, with limitless possibilities, in the woods.

When: Saturdays 9:30-12:00 April 11-May 16th.

Where: Battell Woods.

Seminary Ext. Cost: $150.00 Contact: kathleenm@gmavt.net for more info.

Register: www.middleburyparksandrec.org or in the Middlebury Parks and Recreation Office

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nown for our individualized care, we offer: Chiropractic, Naturopathic Medicine and Acupuncture.

Emily Cannon, ND

Naturopathic Physician specializing in Cardiovascular Health, Weight Loss, Digestive & Mood Disorders

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Chiropractic physician.

Injury Rehabilitation, Sports Injury Care and Performance Development 152 Maple St., Ste. 302 (across from Noonies Deli) Middlebury • 458-0488 • www.integratedmed.net

Insurance Accepted

Winter Bicycle Tune $ 60 Tune Special Includes labor and all cables & housing ($28 value).

Plus 20% off bicycle accessories with Tune.

Gift Certificates Available!

FAT Tire Bike Rentals Tune and Winter Storage Program SIGN UP FOR ONE OF OUR WINTER BICYCLE MAINTENANCE CLASSES! CONTACT US FOR MORE INFORMATION OR TO MAKE AN APPOINTMENT! Tune Special Valid Jan. 1, 2015 – March 31, 2015

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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.

Contact Us

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Offices Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Closed Saturday and Sunday and Holidays Mailing and Physical Address: 94 Main Street Middlebury, VT 05753 Other Contact Info: Phone: (802) 388-8100 x205 or x216 Fax: (802) 388-4364 Website: www.middleburyparksandrec.org FB@ Town of Middlebury Parks & Recreation

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Board Colby Benjamin – ACT Teen Center Rep. Sabrina Butterfield – ID-4 Rep. Greg Boglioli – Chair Tricia Allen – Ilsley Library Rep. Bill Ford - Member At-Large Jim McDaniel - Member At-Large Carl Robinson - MALT Rep. Laura Asermily - Selectboard Rep. Brian Carpenter - Selectboard Rep.

Staff of Middlebury Parks and Recreation Department Terri Arnold, Director Dustin Hunt, Program Coordinator (802) 388-8100 x205 (802) 388-8100 x 216 TArnold@townofmiddlebury.org DHunt@townofmiddlebury.org Yvon Pouliot, Grounds & Facilities Supervisor (802) 771-7251 cell phone 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.

INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY

RESERVATIONS- Facilities and Sports Fields

Programs may be cancelled in the event of severe weather or power outages. MPR encourages you to do the following if you have questions:

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 on-line at the Town web site.

Facility Use Request Forms are considered on a first come basis, depending on availability. Rental fees may apply.

For additional information regarding availability, rates, and reservations, contact the MPR offices at (802) 3888100

Call: MPR Offices Voice Mail system, 388-8100 ext 216 Check: Facebook, Town of Middlebury Parks & Recreation Check: Town of Middlebury web page, www.townofmiddlebury.org

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Spring Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • February 26, 2015 You may still register for all programs in person at the Middlebury Parks and Recreation Office

Addison, Bridport, Cornwall, Ferrisburgh, Goshen, Leicester, Lincoln, Middlebury, Monkton, New Haven, Orwell, Panton, Ripton, Shoreham, Starksboro, Vergennes, Waltham, Weybridge, Whiting

Programs

★ Solid Waste Planning ★ Hazardous Waste Collection ★ Product Stewardship Initiatives ★ Reuse It or Lose It! (Reusable Goods) ★ Technical Assistance to Businesses & Towns ★ Compost Bin Sale ★ Recycling & Composting Education

Call us for information on:

★ How to Reduce Waste Generation ★ Where & How to Recycle ★ How to Compost at Home ★ Where to Dispose of Trash ★ How to Report Illegal Trash Burning ★ Household Hazardous Waste

The District Transfer Station accepts:

(Station is open Mon - Fri 7 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sat 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.) ✓ Appliances ✓ Scrap Metal ✓ Furniture and Mattresses ✓ Natural Wood Waste ✓ Construction and Demolition Debris ✓ Leaf & Yard Waste ✓ Used Motor Oil, Oil Filters ✓ Electronic Waste ✓ Household and Automotive Batteries ✓ Fluorescent Light Bulbs and Ballasts ✓ Tires ✓ Reusable Household Goods & Building Materials ✓ Books ✓ Maple Sap Tubing ✓ Propane Tanks ✓ Asbestos

Household Hazardous Waste is collected year-round at the District Transfer Station in Middlebury every Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to noon, and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon.

388-2333 • www.AddisonCountyRecycles.org

• Advanced registration is required for all programs, classes or special events, unless otherwise stated under the program information.

• All fees are due at the time of registration, we cannot ‘hold’ a space for anyone without full payment at time of registration.

• There is a $25 service fee on all returned checks and/or declined debit and credit cards.

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 pro-rated 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 web site often.

ACCESSIBILITY

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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.

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 feel like you might like to apply for a scholarship or just would like some more information please contact our office.

FULLY INSURED

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Beginner Archery Classes- 4 week Course

Instructor: Melinda Laben Ages 7-12 This is a basic level beginner archery class, providing students with knowledge and understanding of equipment, safety, form, shooting and marksmanship.

Students will learn how to safely and correctly handle the equipment while enjoying the opportunity to test their newly acquired skills on different targets at a range of distances. We will supply the targets and bows and arrows. If your child has their own they can bring that as well. A pack list will be provided upon successful registration.

Session 1- Thursdays from 3:30-4:30pm April 16th-May 7th Session 2- Thursdays from 3:30-4:30pm May 21st-June 11th Cost- $80.00 for the 4 week session Location- Middlebury Recreation Fields Minimum enrollment for each class- 5 Maximum enrollment for each class- 12 Register: Online or in person starting Friday, February 27th at 8:30am For more information: contact the Parks and Recreation office 388-8100 ext 216 or Email the instructor: sendmelindamessages@gmail.com

Great Escape Tickets

We are pleased to offer discounted tickets to this great park in 2015!

Great Escape Tickets$37.00 Price at Gate: $55.99 Great Escape Parking Pass- $16.00 Price at Gate: $20.00 Tickets can be purchased in the Parks and Recreation office located at 94 Main St. *Checks only*

OORS! T H E OU T D ENJOY

Seeds Seed Starter Products • Jiffy Pots, Strips & Pellets • Starter Trays • Potting Soils

Choose from Botanical Interests, High Mowing (a VT Organic Seed Company), Seedway, Renee’s Garden & Livingston.

• Windowsill Greenhouses • ProMix, CowPots & more

Soils Bulk Mulches, Compost and Top Soil • Miracle-Gro & Agway top soil • Pine/Spruce, Red Cedar & Hemlock mulch

Delivery available on all bagged and bulked products

Clothing Your year’round

Outfitting active families for all seasons.

headquarters.

Pet Services Self-service dog wash... OPEN EVERDAY! Washing your pet has never been easier! Enjoy the pleasant atmosphere in our beautiful spa-like space.

We also make Pet I.D. Tags – custom engraved while you wait!

Grills Your Weber Grilling Headquarters!

Propane tanks filled 7days a week!

Gas, charcoal and gas/charcoal combinations FREE ASSEMBLY & PROPANE FILL-UP with any Weber gas grill purchase!

Patios, Edging, Stone Walls • Concrete Pavers • Edging • Slate

• Stepping Stones • Wall Stones • Natural Field Stones

MIDDLEBURY AGWAY FARM & GARDEN

Open 7 days a week

338 Exchange St., Middlebury, VT • 388-4937 Monday - Friday 8-6, Sat. 8-5, Sun. 9-4

YOUR YARD, GARDEN and PET PLACE™

www.MiddleburyAgway.com

2015 Kids Camp

Paddling Rock Climbing Hiking Mountain Biking Geocaching Caving Day Camps & Overnights Tubing for kids 6-14 years old Sponsored by 17 years experience bringing kids into the outdoors For more information call Steve 388-7245 or mmvt.com

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5k Dog Jog for Homeward Bound Saturday, April 11 Wright Park, Middlebury Rain, sleet, snow, or mud!

1:00 pm - Check in • 2:00 pm- Dog Jog Starts

• This is not a race, just a leisurely jog with your best friend!

• Only 100 spots available. Register online at www.middleburyparksandrec.org or in person at the Parks & Recreation office. Must Register by Thursday, April 9th • $30/per dog.

Proceeds benefit the shelter animals at Homeward Bound and the Parks & Recreation Scholarship Fund.

• Anyone under 18 must be accompanied by someone 18 or older.

• Maximum runners per dog is two. $10 fee for all additional runners.

• Please carpool!

• Dogs must be leashed at all times. Proof of rabies vaccination will be needed at check-in.

• All participating dogs will receive a doggie goodie bag!

This event is made possible by Middlebury Parks & Recreation, Vermont Sun Fitness Center, and Homeward Bound, Addison County’s Humane Society.

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Spring Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • February 26, 2015 Dog Obedience Classes

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Puppy Play group & Training: March 29-May 3rd: Sundays 10:15-10:45 Open to puppies 10-18 weeks of age the start date of the class.

Did you know that puppies must be socialized with many humans and friendly dogs by four months of age to prevent fear towards people and other dogs? Unsocialized puppies often end up with fear aggression by the time they are one year in age. Don’t wait until your dog is an unruly adolescent with fear aggression and behavior issues, now is the time to get your puppy started on the right foot with proper socialization supervised by professionals to be sure your puppy has positive experiences. Learn what you need to, as well, to keep your puppy safe and navigate through the challenges of puppyhood. This is a fun playtime with built in short training sessions to create a foundation of learning and will strengthen the communication and relationship between you and your new puppy. Class is $60 for six weeks. Register online or in person at Middlebury Rec. Dept.

Dog Games: March 29-May 3rd: 11-Noon Sundays An enjoyable class that is a unique opportunity to have fun and enjoy your dog while continuing the training dogs love by motivating dogs and owners to meet goals and perform. With tricks and games like biscuit balance, musical chairs, round up challenge, and playing possum, you end up with training opportunities like reliable sit-and down-stays. Agility fun such as the jump and short tunnel will be introduced as well. Done with teaching heeling or sit stay? This series can be super amusing and fun for you and your dog. Eligible dogs: Must have completed basic training class here or with another trainer. This class is for friendly, confident, non-reactive dogs. There will be a lot of dogs at this workshop running around off-leash so please do not bring reactive, fearful, unsociable, or antisocial dogs. It would not be fair to other dogs and their owners, and it would not be fair for your dog. This six week class is $95.

Adult Dog Training, Level I : March 29-May 3rd Sundays 12:15-1:15 This class is open to dogs age four months or older.

This class will provide all the building blocks a dog of any age needs for a foundation of training and attention towards you. This class will show you how to gain your dog’s respect through controlling access to all things dogs love, while rewarding good behavior, and teaches obedience cues. Have an older dog? No problem! Training needs to be improved and maintained and is a lifelong activity for both you and your dog, and provides the mental stimulation your dog needs. Six week class is $95.

Register online or in person at Middlebury Rec. Dept.

For More Information and a supply list: Please contact Sandy at Best Buddy K9 Training: bestbuddydogtraining@gmail.com or (802) 989-0463, website: bestbuddyk9training.co

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Program Registration Form • Please fill out every field of this form.

• Parent must sign bottom of form if participant is under 18 years of age.

• You can put multiple children on each form.

Middlebury Parks & Recreation 94 Main St., Middlebury, VT 05753 www.middleburyparksandrec.org 388-8100 x205 or x216

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PLEASE PRINT & COMPLETE ENTIRE FORM Family Last Name:

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Rec’d by:

Home Phone:

Parent/Guardian: Day Phone:

Email:

Mailing Address

Box/Street

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Emergency Contact: Program

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State/Zip

Relationship: Sect.

Registrant’s Name

Phone: D.O.B.

Make Checks Payable to: Town Of Middlebury

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Total Fees: $

RELEASE: I understand that there are risks of physical injury inherent in participating in sports and recreational activities. I understand that the Town of Middlebury does not carry health or accident insurance for participants of its programs, and strongly advises paticipants to carry adequate coverage for themselves and their family. I am aware of the particular risks involved in the above programs and have considered these risks before registering myself or my child. I hereby release the Town of Middlebury, its employees, and agents from any liability of personal injury, or the loss or damage to personal property which I or my child may experience in connection with activities sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department. I hereby consent to any medical procedures deemed advisable for my child in the event I cannot be reached and my child has sustained an injury. I hereby consent to the use of my or my child’s photo, video, etc. by the department for flyers, presentations, etc.

NOTE: All programs are on a first-come, first-served basis. Space may be limited in some programs!

Signature of Participant (parent if under 18)

Date

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Community.

Budget set

Cruise control

The Middlebury town manager helped craft a town budget that will be put to voters. See Page 3A.

Dreamwork A group of artists will display and perform works at a Bristol gallery next week. See Page 13A.

The Commodore and Tiger boys each won comfortably on Tuesday and will meet on Friday. See 1B.

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Middlebury Area Little League 2015 Baseball and Softball

Middlebury Area Little League is proud to be back for another great year of baseball and softball. We’re very excited to partner this year with the Middlebury Parks and Recreation Department to offer online registration.

Registration will open on March 1st, 2015. We’ll also have an in-person sign up on March 10th, 2015 from 5-8 at the Middlebury town gym. Registration will close on April 1st and coaches will contact players about their teams and practice schedules by April 10th. All students in grades K-6 are invited to play.

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 games of baseball and softball. 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.

Boys and girls play on the same team and 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 baseball. 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.

To Register: visit Middleburyparksandrec.org For more Information: jp.rees.vt@gmail.com

Pitch Hit & Run- April 18th 10am-1pm Middlebury Recreation Fields

The MLB Pitch, Hit and Run is a free one-day skills competition for boys and girls ages 7-14 that emphasizes the fun elements of baseball and softball, which allows children to showcase their pitching, hitting and running abilities. The top participants in both the boys and girls divisions can advance through four (4) levels of competition, including team championships at Major League ballparks, and the National Finals at the 2015 Major League Baseball All-Star Game in Cincinnati this July.

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Soccer • Lacrosse • Basketball • Baseball • Hockey Rollerblading • Concerts • Car Shows • Home Shows Flea Markets • Fund Raising Platform & more! www.memorialsportscenter.org Memorial Sports Center: 296 Buttolph Dr, Middlebury (802) 388 1238 email: info@memorialsportscenter.org

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Spring Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • February 26, 2015 GYMNASTICS

Instructor: Terri Phelps Phone: (802) 236-1315 Email terriphelps@ymail.com Registration will open Monday, March 9th 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: (8 Weeks) 3/17 – 5/13 (no classes April 21st and April 22nd) Saturdays: (7 Weeks) 3/21-5/16 (no classes April 18th and April 25th) Preschool (Ages 3-4) Sec A: Saturday

Res $90 Non Res Sec B: Saturday

Res $90 Non Res

10am-11am $105 11am-12pm $105

Young Beginners (Ages 4 ½ - 6) Sec C: Saturday 12pm-1pm

Res $80 Non Res $95 Beginner/Advanced Beginner (Ages 5+) Sec D: Tuesday 3:15pm-4:15pm

Res $90 Non Res $105 Sec E: Wednesday 3:15pm-4:15pm

Res $90 Non Res $105 Sec F: Saturday 1:30pm-2:30pm

Res $80 Non Res $95

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Advanced Beginner/Intermediate (Ages 7+) Sec G: Saturday 3:15pm-4:15pm

Res $90 Non Res $105 Intermediate/Advanced Sec H: Tuesday 4:15pm-5:15pm

Res $90 Non Res $105 Sec I: Wednesday 4:15pm-5:15pm

Res $90 Non Res $105 Sec J: Saturday 3:30pm-4:30pm

Res $80 Non Res $95

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Spring Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • February 26, 2015 Pre-K and Kindergarten Introduction to Sports

1st-3rd Grade Panther Lacrosse Clinic

Instructors: Kate Livesay (klivesay@middlebury.edu) Assistant Women’s Lacrosse coach and members of the Middlebury College lacrosse teams will coach basic skills such as shooting, passing, and defense during this weekly one hour session. The program will run for 4 weeks Program Dates (All practices will be from 3:15-4:15pm) Mondays March 30th-April 20th Location: Middlebury College (Behind Fitness Center and Ice Arena) Register: online or in person starting February 27th Fee: $30 Residents $35 Non Residents (Includes all 4 weeks) Equipment- If your child has a stick please have them bring it with them. Players without sticks can borrow a stick from the Parks and Rec. Department. All other equipment will be provided.

Who: Children 4-6 Location: Middlebury Recreation Fields Schedule: Mondays from 3:30-4:30pm May 4th-June 8th (6 Weeks) Instructor: Staff from Middlebury Parks and Recreation Cost: $60 Residents, $75 Non-Residents Minimum: 5 Children Maximum: 20 Children Registration Opens: February 27th at 8:30am both online and in person 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. Parents will be encouraged to join their children on the floor at the end of each session, allowing the players to show off the new skills they learned that day. Sports covered will include basketball, soccer, football, baseball and much more! During our last session kids will enjoy a fun day playing all of the games they have learned topped off with a pizza party and a certificate of participation for each child.

For more information- please email dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org

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Aikido – The Art of Peace Aikido is a martial art and ethical training that emphasizes resolving conflict without violence. Aikido practice develops agility, awareness, and strength; deepens concentration, and encourages relaxation. Aikido practice challenges each practitioner to realize his or her potential as a “powerful, compassionate, creative, selfaware human being.”

On-going Adult Classes Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30 to 6:45. Dues are $80/month for unlimited classes. Beginners may start the first Tuesday of any month. Please see www.blueheronaikido.org or email info@blueheronaikido.org for details.

On-going Teens Classes -Ages 13 to 16- Wednesdays 4 to 5 pm, Saturdays 10:30 to 11:45. New students may join at any time. Dues are $50/month for unlimited classes, or $10 per class. Sibling discount available On-going Children’s Classes -Ages 7 to 12- Thursdays 4:00 to 5:00 and Saturdays 9:00am to 10:00am. Open to ages 7 through 12. New students may join at any time.

Dues are $50/month for unlimited classes, or $10 per class. Sibling discount available.

All Classes held in Blue Heron dojo, lower level Town Office Building. Observers welcome anytime.

Head instructor, Jonathan Miller Lane, 3rd Dan For more information visit www.blueheronaikido.org or our Facebook page.

Email info@blueheronaikido.org or BlueHeronKidsClass@gmail.com

ZUMBA

Email: liz_cleveland_vt@hotmail.com Or call Liz at 802-989-5977 All classes held at the Municipal Gym 94 Main St. 3 Instructors, 7 classes a week, Zumba and Zumba Toning Zumba is a fun way to get a great work out.

We’re so sure you’ll love it…

Come try your first class FREE! Punchcards available - $6.50 per class.

For class schedule and more info: www.lizcleveland.zumba.com

Drop-In Programs

Adult Co-ed 30+ Basketball- Wednesdays 6:45-8:30 at Municipal Gym. For more information please contact Bryan Jones @ 989-8399 Adult Co-ed Volleyball- Monday’s 6:45-9pm at Municipal Gym. For more information please contact Tom Randall @ 343-2652 Tot Time Gym Hours Who: Children ages 5 and under Location: Middlebury Municipal Gym. Schedule: Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10am-12pm Cost: $2.00 per drop-in or buy punch cards to save money!

Co-ed Drop-in Dodgeball

What: We are pleased to be offering drop in dodgeball again this spring! We will have a volunteer meet kids at Mary Hogan and walk them down to the Municipal Gym each week. Kids will get to play both traditional dodgeball and free-range dodgeball (Hide behind obstacles, every player for themselves) each week. No need to register just attend the weeks you would like to participate.

Who: Children in Grades K-6, Adults welcome too!

When: Friday’s from 3:30-5:00 starting March 20th Cost: $2 per week, payable by the end of each class

TaeKwon Do K.I.C.K.S. – classes for the whole family in Middlebury & Vergennes PLUS self defense classes and birthday parties.

Please call 802-377-0476 or email tkdkicks101@yahoo.com for more information.

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Spring Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • February 26, 2015 CLOTHING SWAP & SHOP

Middlebury’s Local Teen Center

A.C.T.’s Mission

ACT provides a Teen Center and after-school alternatives that are welcoming, safe and fun for all teenagers in the community.

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Coming up the first week of June at MUHS, exact date TBA. Look for posters in schools and around town by the middle of May. 11:30 am to 3:00 pm – students only 3:00 pm to 7 pm – open to the public MUHS Hallway outside the main office Bring in your gently used clothing, accessories, formal wear, jewelry, ties, knick-knacks, DVDs, CDs and swap for new used items. No clothing to swap?

Bring money and shop.

1 point equals $1 Items may be dropped off now until the day of the event at the ACT teen center every day from 3 - 6 pm. You will receive point cards which you can trade in for new used items during the clothing swap & shop. Donations are welcome too.

For more information or if you like to volunteer, please contact: Jutta@addisonteens.com 802-989-8934. The Teen Center is located in the basement of the Middlebury Municipal Building, across from Samas.

Pool Table Ping Pong Table Foosball Bike Rides PS 3 and Flat Screen TV Computers Free WiFI Food and refreshments Spoken word seminars *New Girls Corner at ACT. Learn how to do new hair styles, makeup, and fingernail painting Hours of Operation Monday, Tuesday, Thursday 3:00 - 6:00pm Wednesday & Friday 3:00 - 7:00pm Check out our Spring class offerings! * Music Together * Music Discoveries * Allegro Choruses * Song Writing * Ongoing private music lessons * American Roots Ensemble * Group Piano * Improvisation Visit our website for current class offerings and info about signing up.

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CALLING ALL CYCLISTS!

Walk & Roll to School Days, first Wednesday of month Hosted by Middlebury Safe Routes to School. Learn rules of road. Navigate safely in different weather and seasonal conditions. Be visible. Use crosswalks. Have fun. For more, visit saferoutestoschoolvt.org.

Bike Swap & Clinic, Sat. May 2, 9 am- 12 pm Mary Hogan School side lot (if rain, in gym).

Get ready for a bikapalooza of a morning to kick off May, which is National Bike Month. Look for more details in this guide or by dropping by The Bike Center. All ages welcome.

Intergenerational Walk & Roll to School Day, Wed. May 6 Join children all over Vermont to celebrate the benefits of walking and biking to school.

Bike to Work Day, Fri. May 15 Try this day of biking to work during May, which is National Bike Month. Post your miles at nationalbikechallenge. org. Hosted by League of American Cyclists.

Way to Go! Commuter Challenge. Mid-May Sign up at waytogovt.org for great prizes. Check out your alternative transportation options at Go Vermont’s connectingcommuters.com.

Ride of Silence, Wed. May 20, 5:45 pm Departs Middlebury Triangle Park by fountain.

Commemorates those hurt or killed in road bike accidents.

Middbikeped Interested in hearing about or helping efforts to make Middlebury bike and pedestrian friendly? Join the middbikeped email list by contacting Adam Franco at afranco@middlebury.edu.

Middlebury Safe Routes to School Middlebury has been recognized as a gold level partner in Safe Routes to School VT, which encourages walking and biking to school regularly and safely. Students who walk and bike to school tend to arrive ready to learn and be healthier overall. Fewer children being driven to school reduces car congestion and improves air quality.

We monitor traffic patterns and student travel behavior, plan activities to teach bike skills and rules of the road, and recommend improvements to roads, parking lots, drop offs, sidewalks, crosswalks, traffic lights, signage, bus routes, bike routes, bike racks, and more as defined in the Middlebury School Transportation Plan at www. maryhoganschool.org. We meet first Wednesday of month at Mary Hogan School. For more information or to help, contact Middlebury Safe Routes to School Coordinator Laura Asermily at lasermily@ yahoo.com or 388-9478.

Slow down for a safer town!

Walkers hit by cars at 40 mph have 15% survival rate while those hit at 20 mph have 85% chance of survival.

Middlebury Youth Lacrosse Club Learn the game of lacrosse, ‘the fastest game on two feet’ Offering boys and girls programs for 3rd – 8th graders Season starts in April (weather permitting) and ends with the Green Mountain Shootout held on June 13-14.

Register and learn more @ www.middlax.org

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Bicycle Maintenance Classes -

April and May - Contact the Bike Center for dates and location 388-6666.

MIDDLEBURY BIKE SWAP & CLINIC

Celebrate Green-Up Day and Kick off National Bike Month with a new/used Bicycle Saturday May 2, 9 am – 12 pm Mary Hogan School Time for a new/used bike? Donate or sell your old bike. Drop off bicycle donations or consignment bikes at the Bike Center, Monday, April 27th through Friday May 1st, 9:30 am – 5:30 pm. All bikes will receive a basic safety check (air tires/bolt check). Prices will be as marked. A $10 fee will be charged for bikes put on consignment. With a purchase of a bicycle you will receive a coupon from the Bike Center (10% off labor and parts).

Spring Cleaning? Interested in getting rid of your old bike parts, accessories, clothes, etc. Tables will

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be available for $10.

Need help riding your bike safely? Test your skills through our obstacle course or by taking a practice ride.

Want to avoid “roadtrans”? Hear from psychologist Dave Cohen on why biking is good for kids’ mental and physical well being. 10:30 am in gym.

Need help teaching beginners how to ride a bike?

We’ll assist you with your young children and new riders.

Session 1: 10:00 – 10:30 Session 2: 11:00 – 11:30 Want to explore the richness of Middlebury’s bike options? Check out a range of exhibits, demos and test rides. Meet expert riders and local champions.

Grass Track Racing – 12:00 Hosted by The Bike Center, Middlebury Safe Routes to School and Middlebury Parks & Recreation with support from Go Vermont and local businesses.

Lifeguards Wanted!!!

The parks and Recreation office is looking for lifeguards for the upcoming 2015 summer season.

Please contact dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org if you are interested

Lifeguard Certifications and Recerts

Please contact Norma Leduc (leduc@middlebury.edu) if you are interested in becoming a certified lifeguard.

Ask the Middlebury Rec. Dept how you can get half the class fee covered for you!

Swim Team Coaches

We are now accepting applications for Head and Assistant Swim Team Coaches. Please contact Dustin Hunt (dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org) for more details or to apply.

Family Pool/Swim nights in the Vermont Sun

Celebrate the start of the weekend with a fun night in the pools at Vermont Sun in Middlebury. On Fridays March 6th and 27th, April17th and May 8th from 5-8pm.

No need to pre-register, just come to Vermont Sun by yourself or with the whole family for a special rate of $5 per person. vermontsun.com, 388-6888.

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Ilsley Public Library Spring Highlights Children’s Programming Baby and Toddler Storytime Tuesdays 10:15am – 11:00am Rhymes, songs, games and books perfect for babies and toddlers!

Session II: January 6th – May 5th

Youth Media Lab Tuesdays 3:30pm – 4:30pm Drop-in media exploration taught in collaboration with MCTV. 4th – 6th grade Session II: January 6th – May 26th

Preschool Storytime Thursdays 10:30am – 11:15am Books, songs and crafts for the preschool set.

Session II: January 8th – May 7th

The Zone Wednesdays and Fridays 3:30pm-4:30pm Wacky Wednesdays: Bookgroups, crafts, movies & more.

Foodie Fridays: Join us as we cook and eat a delicious snack.

The Zone is open after school as per the ACSU school calendar.

Spanish Musical Kids Wednesdays 10:30am-11:15am Come bring your kids to play and learn some basic Spanish!

March 4th, 11th, 25th, April 1st, 8th, 15th, 29th and May 6th

Family Storytime Saturdays 10:30am – 11:15am Read, sing and craft with your family!

Adult Programming

First Wednesdays Lectures at Ilsley, all start at 7pm in the library’s Community Room.

March 4 — “You Are Not Special”. . . and Other Encouragements David McCullough Jr. Expanding on his popular commencement speech, viewed by millions on YouTube, high school English teacher and father of four David McCullough Jr. considers how we raise our kids today, and why passionate engagement — rather than success for its own sake — is critical to a fulfilling, happy life. Underwriter: Vermont Institute of Contemporary Arts April 1 — An Evening with Julia Alvarez At the outset of National Poetry Month, celebrated author, recent recipient of the National Medal of Arts, and activist Julia Alvarez speaks and reads from her early and recent work. Underwriter: Bread Loaf School of English

May 6 — Inventing Ethan Allen H. Nicholas Muller III After more than two centuries, Ethan Allen remains the most remembered figure in Vermont’s past.

Historian H. Nicholas Muller III considers how the memory of Allen coincides with the reality and why his story was shaped and reshaped after his death.

Audubon Talk Otter Creek Audubon Society—Cabin Fever Lecture: The BEE-BUZZ-BUZZ about Golden-Winged Warblers.

Thursday, March 12th at 7 pm Audubon Vermont’s Mark LaBarr will update us on recent efforts to protect this declining species and its habitat.

Have you tried Freegal,

Free music downloads to keep!

Ilsley Public Library’s free + legal music streaming and downloading service?

Visit http://ilsleypublicvt.freegalmusic.com

All you need to sign in to Freegal is your library card number and account password – the same one you use to log in to your library account. You can download up to 5 songs a week and stream 3 hours of music a day. Downloaded songs are yours to keep: you can listen to them on your devices, back them up on your computer, and even burn them to CDs. The Freegal library includes pop hits, as well as classical, rock, folk and jazz.

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Spring Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • February 26, 2015 FITNESS BOOT CAMP

What: Boot camp is an hour long session designed to give a total body workout. It is high energy and fun, incorporating core exercises, upper and lower body strength moves, plyometrics and more that will help boost strength, cardiovascular fitness, agility and endurance.

When: Saturdays from 7:30–8:30am starting Feb. 28th and running through May 23rd. (No classes March 14 or April 25) Location: Municipal Gym Cost: $10 per class or pre-register for any 6 classes and pay $55 (can be used anytime) Instructor: Ginger Lambert Email: ginger54@sover.net Website: www.gingerlambert.com

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Boot Camp for New Moms!

Body Reboot Camp!

What: This boot camp is a gentler version of the Fitness Boot Camp - using timed intervals and a series of stations incorporating body weight, light weights, kettlebells, medicine balls, and more!

When: Mondays, March 9 - May 25, 10-11:00am Location: Municipal Gym Cost: $10 for a drop-in class or $55 for a series of 6 classes Instructor: Ginger Lambert Email: ginger54@sover.net Website: www.gingerlambert.com

Active Senior Boot Camp

What: This boot camp is a gentler version of the Fitness Boot Camp. Using timed intervals and a series of stations we will incorporate body weight, light weights and other cardio/strength building tools to boost strength, cardiovascular fitness, agility and flexibility. Some active games will be included to make this a fun workout. Joint and ligament issues will be taken into account. Every exercise can be modified for any ability or level of fitness.

If you have been looking for a class that challenges you but doesn’t leave you in the dust, then this is the class for you!

When: Tuesdays March 10th-May 26th 10-11:00am Location: Municipal Gym Cost: $10 for a drop-in class or $55 for a series of 6 classes Instructor: Ginger Lambert Email: ginger54@sover.net Website: www.gingerlambert.com

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