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Fall Activity Guide

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department

September - November 2017

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Fall Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • August 24, 2017

Fall 2017 Youth Sports Special Olympics Young Athletes Open to All Kids Ages 2-7!

Middlebury Young Athletes Special Olympics Young Athletes is an innovative sports play program for children with and without intellectual disabilities ages 2 through 7 years old. It is available to families at no cost, and is a great resource for families with young children who are looking for a recreational activity in an inclusive environment. Young Athletes is designed to provide opportunities for young children to be active, have fun, and learn foundational sports skills such as balancing, running, jumping, catching, throwing and kicking. The program supports physical, cognitive and social development — skills important on and off the sports field. The program is proven to accelerate the development of children with and without intellectual disabilities and offers fun and fitness for all children of all ability levels. The program also prepares athletes before they become eligible to compete with Special Olympics at age 8 and offers families connections to Special Olympics Vermont’s school and community programs for lifelong sports training and competition opportunities. When: The schedule is TBD. Once people have registered we will work with families to find out what day/time works best for everyone Location: Middlebury Rec. Center Gym Creek Rd, Middlebury Register: Please contact Dustin Hunt via email dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org or Phone (802) 388-8100 ext 216 to learn how to register. Maximum of 10 Participants *Volunteers Needed- Please contact Dustin Hunt Via email if interested dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org*

Middlebury Tigers Field Hockey Clinic

Who: Children in grades 3-6 Location: MUHS Jette Field When: 3:15-4:30 Mondays September 11th-October 16th (clinic will be held on Tue Sept 26 due to a varsity game on the 25th) Instructors: Brooke Jette and the Middlebury Union High School Varsity Field Hockey team Cost: $40.00 for Residents $46.00 for Non Residents Register: Online or at Recreation office starting August 25th

We would like to take this opportunity to thank and recognize Christine Giorgio for everything she has done to grow dance in the Middlebury community. Her tireless efforts helped foster a love for dance and because of her, kids that might not have otherwise had an opportunity to dance were able to do so. Thank you Chris for being an amazing instructor and an e v e n better person. Hope you enjoy more time with your family, it is much deserved!

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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: Phone: 388-8100 x205 or x216 Website:http://experiencemiddlebury.com/play/ middlebury-parks-recreation/ FB@ Town of Middlebury Parks & Recreation

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Committee Colby Benjamin – ACT Teen Center Rep. Elaine Orozco Hammond- ACSD Rep. 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 Terri Arnold, Director (802) 388-8100 x205 TArnold@townofmiddlebury.org

Dustin Hunt, Program Coordinator (802) 388-8100 x 216 (802) 771-7107 (Cell during hours of 9am-5pm) DHunt@townofmiddlebury.org

Brian Hald, Assistant Program Coordinator 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) 388-8100 ext. 205 or 216

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Fall Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • August 24, 2017

Fall 2017 Youth Sports 2017 Fall Gymnastics

Instructor: Terri Phelps 802-236-1315 terriphelps@ymail.com *Important: Please Read* Registration will begin on Tuesday Sept 5th at 9:30am 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. September 18th - November 11th (8 sessions) Preschool (ages 3 – 4) Res (non res) A. Saturday 10:00 - 11:00 $90 ($103.50) B. Saturday 11:00 - 12:00 $90 ($103.50) Beginners (ages 5+) C. Saturday 12:00 - 1:00 $75 ($86.25) D. Wednesday 3:15 - 4:15 $75 ($86.25) Advanced Beginner E. Saturday 1:00 - 2:00 F. Monday 3:15 - 4:15

$75 $75

($86.25) ($86.25

Intermediate G. Saturday H. Wednesday

2:00 - 3:00 4:15 - 5:15

$75 $75

($86.25) ($86.25)

Advanced I. Saturday O. Monday

3:00 - 4:00 4:15 - 5:15

$75 $75

($86.25) ($86.25)

Fall Soccer 2017 - Ages 6-12

Playing Times: Division 1- Grades 1 and 2 (Coed) - Wednesday and Friday 3:30-4:45 Division 2- Grades 3 and 4 (Gender Specific) - Tuesday and Thursday 3:30-5:00 Division 3- Grades 5 and 6 (Gender Specific) – Boys: Monday and Friday 3:30-5 Girls: Monday and Thursday 5-6:30 (Note: 5/6 grade girls play later in the evening so that any girls interested in participating in the field hockey program on Monday afternoons may do so) • All practices will be held at the Middlebury Recreation Park • Program will begin the week of Sept 4th. 1/2 grade will practice on Wed the 6th only, 3/4 graders will practice Thursday the 7th only. • Registrations will begin online and in person on Friday, May 12th • We ask that all players be registered on or before Friday September 1st. Fee: $70 for Residents of Middlebury, $80.50 for NonResidents (Scholarships available) *Each player will receive a ball and jersey to keep* If you are interested in coaching a team please email Brian Hald at bhald@townofmiddlebury.org or call 3888100 ext 216

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Fall 2017 Youth Sports Preschool and Kindergarten Soccer (Ages 4-5) This 6-week session will focus on teaching the basic fundamentals of soccer. This program is designed to be clinic-based skills work which will help players get ready for the next level of competitive soccer while keeping it fun and engaging. The groups will be age specific this year and we will be limiting it to 20 players per age group so we can keep the group sizes small and offer more oneon-one direction. Dates and Time: Monday Sept 11th-October 16th. 4 Year olds- 3:30-4:25 5 Year olds- 4:30-5:25 Cost: $50 for Residents, $57.50 Non-Residents Registration now open at www.middleburyparksandrec.org

Global Premier Soccer In-service Day Clinics What: Global Premier Soccer continues to develop and grow programs for the youth soccer community in Vermont. All our coaching staff are licensed male and female coaches from the United Kingdom & Ireland and have undergone a sustained period of professional development training. We also ensure our programs pass Vermont Board of Health guidelines to ensure your child’s well-being and safety. Cost includes a GPS T-Shirt One Day Camp- Either October 19th or October 20th Half Day Camp from 9am-12pm for U6 (4-6 years) costs $35 per player Full Day Camp from 9am-3pm for U8-14 (7-14 years) costs $50 per player Two Day Camp Both October 19th and 20th Half Day Camp from 9am-12pm for U6 (4-6 years) costs $60 per player Full Day Camp from 9am-3pm for U8-14 (7-14 years) costs $80 per player

Sunday, October 29th 1-3 PM

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Fall 2017 Youth Sports 2017 Middlebury Flag Football Important Information REGISTRATION and EQUIPMENT ISSUEMiddlebury Recreation Center Gym Tuesday Sept. 5th 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. 6-8th Graders 8th grade: 6:00 p.m. 7th grade: 6:15 p.m. 6th Grade: 6:30 p.m Wednesday September 6th 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. 1st-5th Grade 1st through 3rd grade: 6:00 p.m. 4th grade: 6:15 p.m. 5th grade: 6:30 p.m. ***Please bring two (2) separate checks or cash with you to registration*** 1) REGISTRATION FEE: Write a check to Friends of Middlebury Flag Football Grades 5th -8th $45.00 Grades 4th $25.00 Grades 1-3: Free 2) EQUIPMENT DEPOSIT: Original check will be returned /voided when all equipment is returned All players (4th-8th) $125.00 Write a separate check to Friends of Middlebury Flag Football

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SKILLS CLINIC / TEAM ASSIGNMENT: Saturday September 9th 9:30-10:30 am. Flag Football Clinic hosted by Middlebury College Football team at Middlebury College Alumni Stadium. BRING YOUR FLAGS AND A WATER BOTTLE, CLEATS ARE OPTIONAL LEAVE THE REST OF YOUR GEAR AT HOME Sunday September 10th: Coaches contact each player regarding: team assignment, practice details and their contact information. PRACTICES / GAMES: Practice times are determined by each coach. 5th – 8th grade teams have 2 practices each week (4 on the first week) Games are on Saturday- games are played at the MUHS practice fields 7th & 8th grade games: 9:00 a.m. 5th & 6th grade games: 10:30 a.m 1st-4th graders do not have Saturday games (4th have 2 learning sessions each week) 1st-3rd grade will meet once a week on Mondays at the MUHS practice field from 5:00-6:00 p.m. 1st through 3rd grades will not receive equipment but parents still must attend the registration night to register their child.

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Outdoor Education Archery Class

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. W h e n : Two sessions available, Thursdays 3:304:30 Sept 7thSept 28th and Oct 12th-Nov 2nd W h e r e : 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

QUILTS IN THE LAND of MILK & HONEY 2017 Exhibit of Local Quilts Raffle Quilt Enticing Raffle Baskets Refreshments Vendors Saturday, October 7, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Sunday, October 8, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Middlebury Recreation Center, 154 Creek Road, Middlebury, VT Featured Artists: Rachel Eldridge Phyllis Bowdish Admission: $5.00 www.milkandhoneyquilters.com

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Youth TENNIS Club Session 1: Tennis Basics & Match Play Mon. & Wed. || Sept. 11th-Oct. 18th || 3:30-5p.m. 6th-9th Grade Middlebury Rec Park Outdoor Tennis Courts For more information regarding this opportunity or other programs, please visit: www.acafvt.org From beginners to advanced tennis players, this club focuses on learning the basics of tennis and match play skills. All equipment, afternoon snacks, and transportation can be provided. Youth Tennis Club is taught by instructors and volunteers from the Addison Community Athletics Foundation (ACAF) and is a collaborative program between ACAF, Addison Central Teens (ACT), and our local high school tennis players

Addison Community Athletics Foundation

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18-mile & 6-mile timed runs, 2-mile family fun run/walk. All courses are loops on pristine trails through woods, farmland, meadow and river valleys, circumnavigating the town.

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Start & end at Wright Park in Middlebury, VT. Postrace celebration with refreshments, prizes & music. All welcome, any ability. Event hosted by the Middlebury Area Land Trust (MALT). All proceeds help to maintain & improve the Trail Around Middlebury (TAM).

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Outdoor Education The Adventure Naturalist:

Instructor: Josh Hardt Email: jhardt@rnesu.org Ages: 8+ Dates and Time: Mondays 4pm to 5:30 pm , September 18th through October 16th Location: Wright Park Cost: $175 for residents and $200 for non-residents Description: Join Josh Hardt on an after school outdoor adventure! In this 5 week series students will be treated to a combination of adventure activities such as hiking, fishing, rock scrambling, and paddling (all group and weather dependent) as well as survival based skills like making fire and cooking wild meals, harvesting wild plants, building primitive structures and tracking animals. Joshua Hardt is a Vermont native whose life has been motivated by an inquiry into all things wild. Josh has lived and guided in the Rocky Mountains and the oceans and summits of Alaska. Josh has guided expeditionary paddling in the Gulf of Alaska to the Nulhegan River; fly fishing from the Upper Connecticut to the Kenai; Mountaineering in the Chugach to the Presidentials’. Josh is a co-founder of the Moosalamoo Center at Otter

Valley High School and is also is a professor of Outdoor Recreation at Castleton University where he teaches classes ranging from Primitive Skills to backcountry skiing and snowboarding. He holds certifications in: Wilderness First Responder, AMGA single-pitch climbing instructor, ACA paddling instructor, AIARE level 2 avalanche instruction and ARC lifeguard and is a SOLO certified wilderness first-aid instructor

Health, Wellness & Fitness Dance Xplorations

A new Dance program in partnership with the Middlebury Parks and Recreation Department Dance Xplorations offers Ballet, Tap, Jazz, Contemporary, and HipHop classes for youth and adults. Classes are overseen by Christal Brown, Chair of Dance at Middlebury College and the Director of The Opulence of Integrity. Classes are taught by a collection of talented instructors with over 20 years of training and performance experience. Each session of 10 week session is designed to increase body awareness, technical trainings, confidence, and performance skills. By offering a wide variety of technique classes to the Middlebury Community Brown and her team of hope to cultivate a community in which movement is second nature. Students of all abilities and levels are welcome! For questions please email: Dancexplorations@gmail.com (Each class will have a midpoint and closing sharing open to friends and family.) Location: Middlebury Recreation Center Multi-purpose room, 154 Creek Rd.

Schedule: Classes Run Cost: $125 per session Ballet: Pre-Ballet- Fridays 3:00-3:45 Beginner Ballet- Mondays 4:30-5:30 Intermediate Ballet- Mondays 5:45-6:45 Hip Hop: Beginner Hip-Hop Tuesdays 4:00-4:45 Intermediate Hip-Hop Tuesdays 5:00-6:00 Tap: Beginner Tap Fridays 4:00-5:00 Intermediate Tap Fridays 5:15-6:15 Adult Tap Tuesdays 6:00-7:15 Jazz Wednesdays 4:30-5 Contemporary Wednesdays 7-8:15 Dance for Adults Mondays 7-8:15

September 11th- December 1st Ages 3 and 4 Instructor: Deborah Leedy Ages 5-8 Instructor: Haley Roe Ages 9 and up Instructor: Haley Roe Ages 5-8 Instructor: TBD Ages 9 and up Instructor: TBD Ages 5-8 Instructor: Josie Abbott Ages 9 and up Instructor: Josie Abbott Ages 16+ Instructor: Josie Abbott Ages 10+ Instructor: Haley Roe Ages 10+ Instructor: Christal Brown Ages 16+ Instructor: Christal Brown

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Health, Wellness & Fitness Fitness Boot Camp

Boot camp returns to the Recreation gym on Oct. 14, Saturdays 8-9AM. Boot camp is high intensity/interval training that focuses on strength, endurance, agility, balance, and coordination. Group activities include plyometric exercises that are fun! Always new exercises to make it interesting and challenging. Work at your own ability and pace. $12 for one class or $60 for 6 classes. Ages: 16+ Instructor: Ginger Lambert Website: www.gingerlambert. or ginger54@sover.net and 802-343-7160.

Zumba

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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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Be a Tiger. PLAY HOCKEY! Middlebury Amateur Hockey Association (MAHA) is pleased to announce that registration for the 2017/2018 season is now open! We offer programs at all levels including travel teams, in-house leagues, girls hockey and Learn to Skate. For details and to register visit http://www.middhockey.com. Questions about registration, cost or equipment? Many details can be found on our website. If you need additional information email us at registrar@middleburyhockey.org or stop by Memorial Sports Center on September 16, 9am-12pm to speak to MAHA representatives in person.

Instructor: Lynn Kiel- lbkiel@me.com- 314-608-7275 Who: Boys and Girls Ages 3-5 (older 2s welcome!) Dates and time: Wednesdays 10:30-11:00 a.m. Session 1: September 6th through October 11th Session 2: October 25th through December 13th (no class 11/22) *(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!

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Health, Wellness & Fitness Come join an encouraging group of mamas that will help you reach your fitness goals in a positive and motivating environment! Now offering two different style classes. One at night with the littles and one early morning class with just the moms! Start or end your day with a great workout and awesome community of Mamas.

FIT Mama Stroller Fitness class

Instructor: Emma Fulmer. Contact by email middleburymama@gmail.com. Dates/time: Sept. 5th - Nov. 14th Tuesdays from 6:00-7:00PM. No Class 10/31 **New Location! At the Middlebury tennis courts/ playground next to the hockey rink and town pool. In case of rain or when it gets too cold, it will be located in the gym at the Recreation Department Building. Cost: Resident - $89. Nonresident - $102.50 Minimum: 4 Mamas, Maximum: 12 Mamas Brief Description of Class: Our FITmama class is a 60-minute outdoor/ indoor stroller fitness class for mamas which include cardio, strength, conditioning, and core workouts. All fitness levels are welcome! Every exercise can be modified for a pregnant, postpartum, or avid-moving mama. Postpartum mamas must be at least 8 weeks postpartum (10 weeks for a c-section) with clearance from their physician to resume physical activity. Kids are welcome! All children under the age of four must be secured in a five-point harness stroller with suitable wheels for brisk walking and running on various terrains for the first half of class. You will also need water, a yoga mat and any snacks or activities your child might need while in their stroller. After class, we will play with the kids at the park or do a fun activity!

POWER Mama Small Group Fitness class

Instructor: Emma Fulmer. Contact by email at middleburymama@gmail.com. Dates/time: A) Session #1: Sept. 6th - Oct. 2nd Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:45am-6:30am B) Session #2: Oct. 4th - Nov. 6th Mondays and Wednesdays from 5:45am-6:30am. No Class 10/9 or 11/1 C) Just Mondays Sept. 11th - Nov. 6th 5:45am-6:30am. No class 10/9 D) Just Wednesdays Sept. 6th - Oct. 25th 5:45am-6:30am POWER Mama continued on Page 13

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Health, Wellness & Fitness TAI CHI VERMONT

Power MAMA continued from Page 11 Location: Middlebury Recreation Center Gym. Cost: Resident - $59. Non-resident - $68 Minimum: 3 Mamas, Maximum: 8 Mamas Brief Description of Class: Our POWER mama class is a 45-minute indoor class (outdoors if it’s nice) for mamas who want to get in an awesome workout before the day begins! Your mini(s) are home asleep and you’re getting it done. Perfect for the working mama or for those who love to start their day off with a great workout! A small group training environment which includes cardio, strength, conditioning, and core workouts. All fitness levels are welcome! Postpartum mamas must be at least 12 weeks postpartum with clearance from their physician to resume physical activity.

Sun Style Tai Chi- Moderate-Advanced Level Certified Instructor: Karen Glauber Time: September 7- October 26, 2017 Mondays and Thursdays - 10:30am-11:30am Fee: Free Course Level: Intermediate/Ongoing Location: Multi-purpose Room, Town of Middlebury New Recreation Facility, 154 Creek Rd, Middlebury 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 high blood pressure while promoting feelings of well-being. To register or to inquire about joining the class, contact Karen Glauber at (802)989-7532. ENJOY

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Health, Wellness & Fitness Sun-Style Tai Chi Continuing 73 Forms

Instructor: Susan Wallis. Tai Chi Vermont and Tai Chi for Health Institute Certified. To register: contact by email at swallis@wcvt.com or by phone at (802)453-5600. Dates and time: Fridays from 1:00-2:00PM September 15th through Dec 15th, 2017 Age: Adult Location: Middlebury Parks and Recreation Building Multi-purpose Room (154 Creek Road, Middlebury) Cost: Free Class description: This is an intermediate-level class. It is a continuation of the 2016-2017 Sun-Style 73 Forms class and is open to anyone with experience in this set.

Tai Chi for Beginners

Class description: This is an introductory level class. No prior experience with tai chi is necessary. We will do exercises and learn forms that improve balance and decrease the chance of falling, strengthen leg and core muscles, calm the mind and contribute to a heightened sense of well-being

These programs are a joint sponsorship by Age Well and the Middlebury Town Recreation Department, and are 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.”

Drop-In Programs Adult Co-ed 30+ Basketball

Wednesdays 6:45-8:30 at Middlebury Rec. Center Gym For more information please contact Bryan Jones @ 989-8399 $2.00 per drop-in or buy a punch card for 12 visits for $20.00 ($4 savings)

Adult Co-ed Volleyball

Mondays 6:45-9pm at Middlebury Rec. Center Gym For more information please contact Tom Randall @ 343-2652 $2.00 per drop-in or buy a punch card for 12 visits for $20.00 ($4 savings)

Tot Time Gym Hours

Who: Children ages 5 and under Location: Middlebury Rec. Center Gym Schedule: Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10am-12pm during School Year Cost: $2.00 per drop-in or buy discounted punch cards to save money!

FALL TENNIS Bring your outdoor tennis inside to Middlebury Indoor Tennis. Group clinics for kids and adults of all ages and abilities starting the week of September 11, 2017. • • • •

After school and Saturday sessions for children Daytime and evening sessions for adults Private lessons Drop-in opportunities For more information contact Franz Collas at (802) 349-7794 or sojotennis@gmail.com

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Drop-In Programs Inner Wave Silat

Instructor: Michael Bright Contact: 802-377-5159 Who: ALL ABILITIES WELCOME When: Friday mornings 9:30-11:00am, open to all abilities, Teens Tuesdays 4-5pm. Where: Middlebury Recreation Center Gym, 154 Creek Rd. Cost: $2 gym fee plus $5 donation recommended Description: Inner Wave Silat is a complete martial art from Indonesia that includes punches, kicks, close quarter combat, yoga, meditation, and weapons training.

Age Well Senior Meals- Back in September! PICKLEBALL

The fastest growing sport sweeping the nation has come to Middlebury! There are three indoor courts at the Middlebury Rec. Facility, 154 Creek Rd and 3+ located outdoors at Middlebury Recreation Park. To learn more about Pickleball, view the schedule and sign-up to play visit their new website: http:// acpickleball.weebly.com/

When: First and Third Wednesday of the month, 11-1pm Where: Middlebury Recreation Center Multi-purpose room, 154 Creek Road Middlebury Who: Open to anyone 60 years up and their spouse of any age. Cost: Suggested $5 donation. Please bring your own place setting. Advance reservation required; call Michelle at 802377-1419 to reserve your spot!

Special Events/Interests 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 Rec. Center Gym 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.

Elaine’s Art Club

Kids West African Drum Class

Instructor: Seny Daffe Contact: senydaffe4@gmail.com 802-349-5941; 802-453-5664 Who: Kids age 7 and up Schedule: Thursdays 4:30-5:15 6 weeks starting Sept. 14th. Location: Middlebury Rec. Center Gym. 154 Creek Rd Cost: $78/session, pre-registration required, minimum of 4 kids. Drums will be provided Description: Seny Daffe (see short bio below under Adult West African Dance) has extensive experience teaching traditional West African drumming to kids, with the meaning and purpose of the rhythms woven into the teaching. This will be a fun introduction to West African drumming for kids 7+.

Instructor: Norma Rollet Who: Children ages 12-15 When: Thursdays 3:30-5:00pm September 14th through October 19th Where: Middlebury Recreation Center Multipurpose Room, 154 Creek Rd Cost: Free! What: The Elaine Raphael Arts Fund (ERAF), a division of Living for a Cause, fosters the talents of children eager to find a guiding hand to help them express their creativity and provides art education programs such as camps, in-school workshops and student mentoring by professional artists. The program is offered to students who have shown an interest in art and demonstrated a commitment to developing their artistic talent. Elaine’s Art Club has expanded into Vermont with Don Bolognese and professional artist Norma Rollet working directly with the students in the mentorship programs. Contact: info@livingforacause.org or visit us at www.livingforacause.org

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Fall Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • August 24, 2017 Kids OCR Obstacle Course Race

Saturday September 30th, 2017 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 and 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 and bouncy house. 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 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) Register: Online or in person starting August 25th www.middleburyparksandrec.org

Addison Central Teens- The Hut The teen center in Middlebury is a place for youth to have fun, experience local culture, and build relationships with others. What Happens Here? Teens get to utilize outdoor spaces, play games, eat delicious snacks, participate in ongoing programs, or meet up with friends. Who Can Participate? We are open to all middle and high school students. Where Can You Find More Information? Stop by the Addison Central Teens center or visit our website: www.addisonteens.com. Drop-In Hours: Monday – Friday, 3 p.m. – 6 p.m. Location: 77 Mary Hogan Drive, Middlebury

Save the Date: 41st Annual Turkey Trot

Sunday November 19th, 2017 12pm Scenic 5k and 10K Races Mark your calendars for the 41st annual running of this pre-Thanksgiving event. All participants will receive a special gift and we’ll be giving away turkeys, gift certificates and much more! Race brochures will be available in the Parks and Recreation office in Mid-September MARK RAYMOND • MIDDLEBURY, VT

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Fall Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • August 24, 2017

Children’s Programming Baby and Toddler Storytime Tuesdays 10:00am – 10:45am Rhymes, songs, games and books perfect for babies and toddlers! Preschool Storytime Fridays 10:00am – 10:45am Books, songs and crafts for the preschool set! Family Storytime Saturdays 10:00am – 10:45am Books, songs and music for all participants!

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Youth Media Lab Tuesdays 3:30pm – 4:30pm Drop-in media exploration taught in collaboration with MCTV. 4th - 6th grade Crafternoons Wednesdays 3:30pm – 4:15pm Come create with us! Kids 4th grade and up will get to work on larger projects over the course of several weeks. We’re starting with some simple DIY costumes. Library Explorers Storytime Thursdays 3:30pm-4:15pm Does your child miss storytime? Drop off your K-3rd graders for books, games, crafts and more!

Adult Programming Wednesday, October 4 at 7 p.m. “Willa Cather’s Prairie Landscapes” The European immigrant farmers in My Antonia and Cather’s other novels fail as often as they succeed. Amherst College professor Michele Barale examines the relation between Cather’s art and her very tangible earth. (A First Wednesday talk.)

Saturday, October 21, at 10 a.m. “Covered Bridge Preservation Practices” UVM professor in the Graduate Program in Historic Preservation Robert McCullough will discuss covered bridge preservation and the recent rehabilitation of the Scott Covered Bridge in Townshend, Vermont. Sponsored by the Vermont Covered Bridge Society.

Wednesday, November 1 at 7 p.m. “Considering All Things . . .” NPR’s Robert Siegel reflects on his thirty years as co-host of the daily news program All Things Considered and the journalistic changes he has seen along the way. Location: Middlebury College, Wilson Hall, McCullough Student Center.

Thursday, November 9 at 7 p.m. “Weimar Germany and the Rise of the Third Reich” Middlebury author and pediatrician Jack Mayer will discuss the historical background to his latest book, Before the Court of Heaven. Sponsored by the Addison County Retired Teachers Association.

Middlebury Park & Recreation Department Scholarship Fund Lularoe Fundraiser Sunday September 10th 2:00pm-6:00pm • Middlebury Recreation Center Gym • 154 Creek Road Six Addison County LulaRoe Retailers are joining together to raise money to assist local children experience the benefits of all the amazing programs offered by the Middlebury Recreation Department. 6 consultants = lots of Lula to shop! Shop for a local cause! Fall pieces, back to school, new styles, something for everyone!!!

Blood Drive

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Multi-Purpose Room 154 Creek Rd., Middlebury, VT Wednesday, Sept. 13,2017 12:00 pm to 5:30 pm Please call 1-800-733-2767 or visit redcrossblood.org to schedule an appointment.

Walk for the animals! Saturday, September 9, 2017 You don’t want to miss our post-walk doggie dip in the town pool! Memorial Sports Center, Middlbury

Dog Welco s me!

10:30 am: Registration 11:30 am: One-Mile Walk 12:00 pm: Party Adults: $20 • Youth $10 * Children under 5 free Register or donate: www.firstgiving.com/homewardboundanimals/2017-woofstock

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Fall Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • August 24, 2017 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, and she will send you the rest of the information you need to be ready for class. Adult Dog I & Puppy K’s first class is a one hour seminar on dog behavior and learning that is without your dog. Puppy Kindergarten: Sundays 9:15-10:00 Sept 24- Nov 5th. Ages 10-20 weeks. Off-leash play and training is critical to your dog’s socialization, which prevents fears and problems later in life. Reduce behavior problems & raise your puppy right for a fun and easier adult life. Start now for a foundation of attention and training that will last a lifetime! $80 Res, $89 non-residents. Adult Dog I: Sundays 10:00-11:00 Sept 24- Nov 5th Open to dogs of any age 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, heel, and change directions, will strengthen your communication and bond with your dog to create a dynamic human dog team! With this positive way to train you will get your dog’s brain on the same page as yours. Learn how to work through minor behavior problems. No overly aggressive or overly barky dogs please. $95 resident, $109.25 for non-residents. Adult Dog II: Sundays 11:20-12:20 Sept 24- Nov 5th expands on lessons learned in Level 1, and takes you outdoors 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. It also teaches you fun games to play with dogs of any age. Our goal is to enable owners to enjoy their dog’s joy for life by rechanneling the dog’s exuberance or poor responsiveness to owners, into equally enthusiastic obedience. Emphasis is based on super-prompt sits and downs, reliable rocksolid stays, and controlled on-leash walking and heeling. Pre-requisite: This class is designed for dogs who have completed Adult Dog Level I. Dogs must be friendly with other dogs and people. $95 residents, $109.25 for nonresidents. 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 I recommend the Easy Walk Harness, available at Middlebury Agway, and a training pouch is also helpful. All of those the dog lives with should understand and be part of as much of the training as possible so in the supply list- bring your family. Children under 9 must be accompanied by an adult.

CALLING ALL CYCLISTS! Walk & Roll to School Days, first Wednesday of month Learn rules of road. Navigate safely in different weather and seasonal conditions. Be visible. Use crosswalks. Have fun. Hosted by Middlebury Safe Routes. Walking School Bus, first Wednesday of month- Join the Walking School Bus on Walk and Roll to School Days. One assembles at South Village and the State Offices Building off Court St, another on Peterson Terrace/ Washington St Ext near Middlebury Physical Therapy, and another on Seymour St by Danforth Pewter. All depart by 7:40 am and arrive by 8 am. Adults escort students to school. Children may “get on the bus” by foot or bike at any point on the route. If interested in helping with these routes or starting an additional route, contact Middlebury Safe Routes Coordinator Laura Asermily at lasermily@ yahoo.com or 388-9478. Bike Skill Training, Practice Rides, & Monitoring Test

your bike skills on Sat Sept 16 at ACTR’s community celebration at Middlebury Recreation Field. Look for the Bike Smart trailer with test bikes and practice course on the Mary Hogan School side lot. Lessons and practice rides will be tailored to age and skill level in Middlebury school PE and driver ed classes. Beginning riders will focus on starts, stops, and balance. Intermediate riders will learn how to negotiate turns and navigate intersections and rotaries. Middlebury College students will be oriented to Middlebury’s rules of the road and car-free options. To help or for more, join middbikeped google list. See below. Hosted by Middlebury Safe Routes with support from Local Motion, Frog Hollow Bikes, Middlebury Parks & Recreation, and Middlebury Police Department. International Walk & Bike to School Day, Wed Oct 4 Join children all over the world to celebrate the benefits of walking and biking to school. Way to Go! Commuter Challenge, Sept 25-Oct 6 Biking continued on Page 19

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Fall Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • August 24, 2017 Biking continued from Page 18 Targeted on schools this year. Mary Hogan is registered. Other schools may sign up at www.waytogovt.org for great prizes, including a solar tracker. Check out your alternative transportation options at Go Vermont’s connectingcommuters.com. In-Road Bike Position Sensors Elm and Academy Street intersections. Position your bike on new bike position sensor stencils at Elm and Academy Streets to trigger the traffic light to change as it will for approaching cars. Your bike needs to be positioned precisely on the in-road magnetic loop for this to occur. The stencil will help you find it. Rapid Flashing Beacon Lights Look for these at some of our more congested and risky downtown crosswalks. At others, continue to use crosswalk safety flags. Traffic calming and pedestrian safety measures. Look for pop-up demonstration projects downtown at the start of the school year for two weeks. Look for survey links to report what you think. Fall ride and race events. Don’t miss the Kelly Brush Ride, Sat. Sept 9 from Middlebury College. Supports adaptive sports. Also check out the TAM Trek, Sept 17 from Wright Park in support of Middlebury Area Land Trust and the Trail Around Middlebury. Middbikeped Interested in hearing about or helping efforts to make Middlebury and Addison County bike and pedestrian friendly? Join the middbikeped email list by contacting Adam Franco at adamfranco@gmail. com. Learn more about Middlebury Safe Routes and the newly formed Addison County Walk/ Bike Council here. Middlebury Safe Routes: Middlebury has achieved the highest level 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 http:// www.maryhoganschool.org/. For more information or to help, contact Middlebury Safe Routes Coordinator Laura Asermily at lasermily@yahoo.com. Addison County Walk/ Bike Council: In response to citizen interest and recent cyclist fatalities, a regional walk/bike council was formed to expand regional opportunities and capacity for safe walking and biking in Addison County . The walk/bike council created a formal platform for connection between Addison County citizens, experts, towns, and local and state decision makers regarding walk/bike safety, infrastructure, education and advocacy. For more, contact Adam France (adamfranco@gmail.com) or visit www.walkbikeaddison.org.

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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.

Call us at 388-2333, or visit our website at www.AddisonCountyRecycles.org

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Fall Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • August 24, 2017

HALF MARATHON 10k, 5k run... September 24 • 10am Addison County’s signature Fall Half Marathon with gorgeous scenic views on the shores of Lake Dunmore.

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