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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department

Summer Activity Guide May - August 2014

Adults, Youth and Family Programs, Athletics and Special Events www.middleburyparksandrec.org

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36th Annual

Middlebury Summer

FESTIVAL OFF ON-THE-GREEN

July 6th – 12th, 2014

NEW !

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Middlebury Recreation Park

A free family-friendly event supported by community donations Sunday, July 6, 2014

Friday, July 11, 2014

Kat Wright & the Indomitable Soul Band 7pm Smoky soul and R&B vocals backed by a dance-fueled horn band

Brown Bag: Magician Tom Verner Noon

Monday, July 7, 2014

Josh Panda & the Hot Damned 8:30 pm Soulful roots-rocker running the gamut from country and Cajun to gospel and rock

Vorcza 7pm “Rising stars of a new jazz generation”

Brown Bag: Rik Palieri Noon The Stray Birds 7pm Acoustic trio; “an un-ignorable force in the folk world”

Wednesday, July 9, 2014

Ryan McKasson & Friends (with members of Cantrip) 8:30pm Music in the Celtic tradition

Brother Sun 7pm “An explosion of musical diversity and harmony, in the finest of male singing traditions”

Tuesday, July 8, 2014

Brown Bag: Mister Chris Noon Anaïs Mitchell 7pm “Most original artist currently working in the field of new American ‘folk’ music” Peter Karp & Sue Foley 8:30pm Talented blues and roots artists

Brown Bag: No Strings Marionette Company Noon

Matuto 8:30pm A rockin’ combination of funky Brazilian forro and American bluegrass music

Thursday, July 10, 2014

Brown Bag: PaDulabaum (Rebecca Padula & Gary Dulabaum) Noon Harpeth Rising 7pm High-energy trio; Americana, blues, bluegrass and all things acoustic Le Vent du Nord 8:30pm Quebec’s top traditional music band

Saturday, July 12, 2014

Vermont Jazz Ensemble/ Street Dance 7pm Come early for dance lessons with Jim Condon!

Visit festivalonthegreen.org or call 802-462-3555

to learn more about this year’s performers

See our selection of outstanding raffle items and find out how you can volunteer!

Support this year’s festival by clicking JustGive on our website or by mailing a donation to: Festival on-the-Green P.O. Box 451 Middlebury, VT 05753

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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.-4:30 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 Online Reg: www.middleburyparksandrec.org FB@ Town of Middlebury Parks & Recreation

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Committee Colby Benjamin – ACT Teen Center Rep. Sabrina Butterfield - ID-4 Rep. Greg Boglioli – Chair Tricia Allen – Ilsley Library Rep. Brian Carpenter – Selectboard Rep. & Chair Bill Ford - Member At-Large Jim McDaniel - Member At-Large Carl Robinson - MALT 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. Christy Lynn, Advertising Director, (802)388-4944.

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, 388-8100 x216 Check: Facebook, Town of Middlebury Parks & Recreation Check: www.middleburyparksandrec.org

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ACCESSIBILITY

REGISTRATION INFO • 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.

• 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.

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.

RESERVATIONSFacilities 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 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) 388-8100.

On the cover: MORGAN MCNULTY, WITH the help of an instructor and a water “noodle,” floats around the Middlebury town pool during a parent/tot swim class last summer.

Independent file photo/Trent Campbell

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2014 Summer Program Start Dates

May May 1st- Summer Activity Guide Available Registration Opens for Most Programs May 12th- Gymnastics Registration Begins May 14th- Swim Team Informational Night 6-7pm Senior Center June June 1st- Dog Obedience Session 1 Begins - Municipal Gym June 2nd- Swim Team Preseason begins- Middlebury College June 3rd and 4th- ACT Clothing Swap- MUHS 11:30am-7pm June 13th- Zumba Big Friday Night Event 5:30-7:30 Municipal Gym June 14th- Pool open for Public swimming Middlebury Town Pool June 16th- Swim Team Regular Season Begins - Midd. Town Pool

- Mandatory Swim Team Meeting 6pm Middlebury Town Pool Zumba Summer Schedule begins June 23rd- Camp Kookamunga Week 1 -Bromley Sun Mountain Gymnastics Camp Session 1 Begins - Municipal Gym Tennis Lessons Session 1 Junior Golf Camp Session 1 Ralph Myhre Golf Course ACT Teen Day Camp- Teen Center- Week 1 World of WoolCraft Sheep Camp- Whiting June 29th- K9 Nosework Course- Municipal Gym June 30th Camp Kookamunga Session 2 - Circus Smirkus Swim Lessons Session 1 Begins - Middlebury Town Pool Panther Soccer Camp - Middlebury Recreation Park Tennis Lessons Session 2 July July 4th- Aerial Arts Begins July 6th- Festival on the Green Begins - Middlebury Rec. Park

July 7th Sportacular Week 1 - Vermont Lake Monsters Game Tennis Lessons Session 3 Gymnastic Camp Session 2- Municipal Gym Junior Golf Camp Session 2 - Ralph Myhre Golf Course ACT Teen Day Camp Session 2- Teen Center July 8th- K9 Games Begin- Municipal Gym July 9th- Aikido Introduction Series Begins July 14th- Camp Kookamunga Week 3 - Great Escape Tennis Lessons Session 4- East Middlebury ACT Teen Day Camp Session 3- Teen Center Swim Lessons Session 2- Middlebury Town Pool Junior Golf Camp Session 3- Girls Only Camp July 21st- Camp Kookamunga- Week 4 Echo Center Youth Basketball Camp- Municipal Gym Tennis Lessons Session 5 ACT Teen Day Camp Session 4- Teen Center July 26th- 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament July 28th- Camp Kookamunga Week 5- The Fun Spot Gymnastics Camp Week 3- Municipal Gym Swim Lessons- Session 3 Begins- Town Pool Junior Golf Camp Session 4 - Ralph Myhre Golf Course Vermont Voltage Soccer Camp - Middlebury Rec. Fields

Tennis Lessons- Session 6 ACT Teen Day Camp Session 5- Teen Center August August 3rd- Dog Obedience Session 2 Begins August 4th- Camp Kookamunga Session 6 - Fair and Field Days Tennis Lessons- Session 7 August 11th- Vermont Premier Soccer Camp - Midd Rec. Fields Junior Golf Camp- Session 5 -Ralph Myhre Golf Course August 17th- Pool Closes for Season (Tentative) August 18th-22nd- Sportacular Week 2 August 21st- Fall Activity Guide Available September September 8th- Fall Programs Begin 2014

M

ore than 25 museums, stores and galleries turn downtown Middlebury into one extraordinary exhibit.

Second Friday of the month 5 to 7 pm.

May 9 June 13 July 11 August 8 September 12 October 10

For this month’s flyer of participating locations and artists, go to

middleburysweets.com

www.MiddleburyArtsWalk.com

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Hope to see you here!

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Financial aid available. Please call to schedule a tour.

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MEMORIAL SPORTS CENTER 296 Buttolph Drive, Middlebury VT • 802-388-1238 info@memorialsportscenter.org www.memorialsportscenter.org

Chiropractic physician.

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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.townofmiddlebury.org 388-4041/8103

Ck# Date:

PLEASE PRINT & COMPLETE ENTIRE FORM Family Last Name:

Amt. Rec’d

Rec’d by:

Home Phone:

Parent/Guardian: Day Phone:

Email:

Mailing Address

Box/Street

Town

Emergency Contact: Program

Sess.

State/Zip

Relationship: Sect.

Registrant’s Name

Phone: D.O.B.

Make Checks Payable to: Town Of Middlebury

Sex

Grade

Age

Fee

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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By JOHN FLOWERS Murray have joined the field to make MIDDLEBURY — Middlebury it a race. voters on Town Meeting Day will Davis, 60, currently serves as chairdecide a five-way race for three spots man of the Middlebury Development on their selectboard, while Weybridge Review Board (DRB) — a position voters will settle contests for town he said he would resign should he be lectboard. Brian Fox, John Moyers  clerk and treasurer as that community elected to the selectboard. He is a forand Kris Perlee all submitted petiont begins to turn the page on an embez- mer member of the town’s planning , Verm tions for candidacy by the 5 p.m. ury zlement scandal. commission, zoning boardVo of l. adjust25 No deadline on Monday. Incumbent Middleb .1 Those are some of the highlights ment, and recreation council. He is Carol Wells said in December she 49 emerging from candidate filings made also a former member of the Middlewould not seek re-election.

No. at Middlebury-area town clerks’ of- bury Volunteer Ambulance AssociaFox, Moyers and Perlee are all acVol. 24 fices by the Monday, Jan. 28, deadline. tion. tive members of the Bristol commuAs has been a trend, there are more “I’d like to become more involved nity, ted in though they have diverse areasG-WAREN of hea uncontested elections slated for March and serve the community in a differease of expertise.

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TON and resident initiall resident to abo werise aatlifelong Bristol NK mon path by Ver MO the Bix Addison Central Supervisory Union we theris“I have always had thoughts of een per president of the Bristol s over , the parties betwRescue g when of Fer when thefrom $13.66 towns of Middlebury, Bridport, Corn- running for the selectboard and this official disputewith tow Squad. He served Brisemberin rris port pipeline promise — n the n2007 wall, Ripton, Salisbury, Shoreham and seemed like a good time to do it.”

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By AND it rece rs, thos said the ains fragile, munities Page 30) pendent last week, noting that he had Y KIR considered a run for the selectboard short yea the five com in the support rem y funding, VERGEN KALDY also d Bixb st che for some time. boo NES — (See proa dents on ood why a major Verg Moyers, who made an unsuccessunderst mixed seeking n budgets. to supportMarch 5 will deci ennes resisaid they ful bid for a selectboard seat in 2011 were tow within board membersselectboards lion bon the city council’s de whether against incumbent John “Peeker” • Local d proposal $1.85 milBixby from local Heffernan, said that running for the lawKIRKALDY

By ANDY a policy5,94 on park to pay 0-sqdisplays es firm uare that perselectboard seemed like a “natural hires respons VERGENNES — Vergennes vot- mitted the Norlong-standing t police for a new, th Main -fooChristian next step” after years of interest and Stanfo station ers will pick a new mayor in March, crèche to remain there during et. the rd The pric Stre activity on planning and zoning ison Mayor Michael Daniels made winter holiday season.

Lawasgra e sues. lion mayor incluntil d his pledge made early in Jin was good on for thefromtag 2005 udes $1.1 as asso “The selectboard will soon review buil 5 milding 2012 not to seek re-election for a 2007, for whensite she lost her bid for, reciat abou e all changes to Bristol’s zoning reguladevethen to wor fourth term. lopm election Daniels, a ent former t $200,00 $80to,000 basketb s’ k tions forthcoming from the Planning on boy cost in and er alderman. s, roug 0 design litigatioCity residents will also decide a multi-term tingency Commission, and I’d like to have a • The Tigted two games, a four-way race for three city council When she lost that race,fees Jin ,said a $50,000 hly n. See , $59 ,000 for role in that,” Moyers said. “There Page 35. conseats among three incumbents and a she furn would retire from public life, at iture a gene team hos squad hosted late , and are big decisions ahead on a new and a numasber ce former two-term alderman. leasteronce terms ended a Ver- rator and expeher ition improved fire department headquarnses of other the dan compet Page 18. . School director The marquee race for mayor will gennes Union High sma team The ters, and the question of whether our llpit incumbent Alderman Bill Benton (she served land 15 years) as a memmulti- k. See Sports, costandcoul police department should expand, agre against former mayor and Alder- berhas d vary of the Patricia Hannaford Caed toA.buy last wee . and if so, how that might work. As a mer woman April Jin. reer Center board, including 14 years The city Verg Main Street resident and downtown enne Autthe 0.75-acre Benton won election to the coun- asfor its chairwoman.

CIRCUS SMIRKUS ARTIST-IN-RESIDENCE Joni White-Hansen teaches plate spinning to Ferrisburgh for$22 has alsos been o Sales property owner, I can be an advocate in 2012 as the top vote-getter in a $22 Jin, who9,00 0, and involved Central School kindergartners Robin and Katelyn Tuesday morning. The entire school worked •with prop for our downtown. But beyond these Loc cil four-way race for three seats. He has with ,000 d spend erty other mor high-profile coul community White-Hansen all week to prepare for a circus performance for the community on Friday. See more pho- al gra e to that issues, I just want to do my part to up to ers com championbeenppl tos on Page 2A. buywhen an active member panel, land efforts,tothis week said morshe allo peteof thewriting Independent photo/Trent Campbell e adjacent w flexPage ships at (See Bristol, Page 16A) building taking the leaddinfor (See Vergennes, 3A) ibility in Ver including tou

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Bristol center dental $300K lands grant BRISTO By RS L— serving people ofA new denthe expecte all inco tal center Homeowners nervous d revitaliz to open this fall me levels is ed Bristol’s a recently industrial park inway after rash of burglaries , than ann ounced eral gran $300,00 ks to t that residents on Tuesday will vote on two Vergennes Union High School bonds totaling $6.2 million that would pay for major improvements inside and outside the school.

(See ANwSU, Page 12A)

THE OWNERS OF this Addison home are responding to a spate of residential break-ins by letting others know they have been victimized.

By JOH A community forum on crime will be held at Addison Central School on N Addison FLOWE Feb. 7.

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The Middlebury College men’s will team stole for “tens of hockey Editor’s note: This is the first of a had kicked in a door and ing will have0 afed“whiteprovide the long key The game of stuff,” two-part series on the increase of bur- thousands of dollars worthMor out” game on Friday. ding effobeginsfund eov thestanWesleyan glaries in Addison County. The second including irreplaceable 19th-century at 7- p.m. dison Cou er,against ope the way, rt. part will focus on the state police’s new jewelry.

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For Children going into Grades 1-7 9am-4pm Monday-Friday Cost $175 for Residents and $200 for Non-Residents (Cost is Per Week) Register: Online or in person starting May 1st

SUMMER BY WEEK

June 23rd-27th “Under the Sun” Say hello to Summer by sharing the sunlight and what our sun can do!

Campers will make s’mores in a sun oven, build solar powered race cars, and much more. Join us for the first week of camp where we will play our favorite games, and visit Bromley Sun Mountain for a downhill adventure! Kids will get to play on the twin spin, space bikes, zip lines, super slide, bumper boats, the big splash and much more! *Kooks in the Middle will have the option to participate in the Aerial Park at Bromley Sun Mountain where they can climb, glide and slide through the canopy on 5 different courses of ropes, ziplines & bridges.

June 30th-July 4th “From Sea to Shining Sea” Celebrate the 4th of July with a spectacular week of camp. Campers will get to participate in our fourth Outhouse race in Bristol and hopefully race to victory!

We will also travel to Circus Smirkus to watch their summer show “Anchors Away.” Discover maritime merriment under the briny big top, where we explore the vast ocean in all of its beauty and mystery – both above and below the surface. Join our intrepid crew as we climb the rigging with aquatic aerialists, tumble the surf with amphibious acrobats, even catch and release some fishy jugglers.

July 7-11th Kookamunga Campers, see the Sportacular information page for an alternative week of summer sports and games.

July 14th-18th “Escape the Heat” Bring your bathing suits for a fun week of water games and a special Wednesday trip to the lake! Challenge yourselves for a week of riddles, puzzles and teamwork. Campers will have a week to remember with a culminating trip to Lake George. The Great Escape is calling and we must go! Kookamunga will travel to the Great Escape for a fun filled adventure in the water park and amusement rides.

July 21st-25th “Build It and They Will Come” Building blocks, summer forts and KEVA planks! Build up the excitement by crafting our own summer shade and play building challenges and puzzles this week! We will travel to the Echo Center to play with their hands on exhibit THE FUSION OF ART AND SCIENCE. Echo’s 15,000 Keva planks ensure that there is plenty of design and creativity to go around. After working hard on your creations, cool off with a sweet treat at the Ben and Jerry’s factory tour! Learn about Vermont’s ice cream manufacturing process and of course, have a taste of your own!

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July 28th-August 1st “Skating Through Summer” Join us as we venture to different skating surfaces!

Kookamunga campers will experience roller skating and ice skating this week by traveling to The Fun Spot in Lake George and an Ice Rink too! The Fun Spot also hosts Go-karts, Jungle Gym Area, Mini Golf and Laser Tag for all campers to enjoy. This week is also our ever popular and annual Talent Show!

August 4th-8th Fair, Fields, and Fun Finish out the summer with the Addison County Fair and Kookamunga!

A Vermont tradition of livestock, rides, and old fashion fun this week will round out a summer of great heights.

Hop on the wagon and experience a week of what Vermonters are made of. Don’t forget the sunscreen for our last trip to Branbury for a camp cookout!

New this year!- Kooks in the Middle

*Maximum of 10 Kids per week* Middle School Ages (Entering 8th or 9th Grade) Kookamunga is now available for Middle School Campers! The Kooks in the Middle will experience all of the marvelous field trips of the summer and have more chances to travel around Middlebury on great adventures by accessing the ACTR Busses. Some of the many day experiences include: *Hiking the Mountains of Ripton and Lake Dunmore *Fishing Opportunities *Advanced Arts Projects too!

These campers will go on the same field trips as Camp Kookamunga as well!

Early Birds and Afternoon Owls

Before and after Kookamunga each day there will be optional camps provided for kids! If 9:00 am is a little late, or 4:00 pm is too early for busy parents please consider the additional two camp offerings!

Before and After Camps this year will be Music and Art! Morning sessions at 8 will be Musical and our 4 p.m. sessions will be Art!

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July 7th-11th and August 18th-22nd 9am-4pm Daily Open to Children going into Grades 1-7 Location: Memorial Sports Center Cost: $175 Resident $200 Non-Residents (Includes Camp T-Shirt) (Cost is per week)-Scholarships available Each week limited to 40 registrations.

Register online or in person starting May 1st.

Week # 1 July 7th-11thFestival on the Green and VT Lake Monsters Game.

This week has something to offer for each child’s amusement.

Activities this year include daily sports offerings at Middlebury Recreation Park including Basketball, Tennis, Football, Soccer, Kickball and Baseball as well as several more. If you can play it, we will do it! This is also the week of Festival on The Green, so we will be treated to special performances each day during our lunch period. Our afternoons will be spent swimming at the Town pool, and offering the kids several exciting activities as a choice. On Tuesday we will head to historic Centennial Field to watch the Vermont Lake Monsters take on the Lowell Spinners for an 11:05am start!

Week # 2 August 18th-22nd- Send Summer out with a Splash! This week will be spent trying to beat the heat with special private hours at the Town pool playing water games, a trip to Branbury Beach for fun in the sand and a special trip to Waterslide World in Lake George, NY. We will still play all the popular camp games like Prisoner Ball and Kickball as well as all of your favorite sports. Why spend your last week of summer vacation sitting at home just waiting for school to start when you can spend it with us having the time of your life!

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7:15am-10:15am- Swim Team Practice 10:15am-12:15pm- Swimming Lessons 12:15pm-1:00pm Adult Swim 1:00pm-4:45pm- Open Swim 4:45pm-5:45pm- Adult Swim 5:45pm-6:30pm- Family Swim Kiddie pool- 5 years and younger is open from 12:15pm-6:30pm Adult Supervision Required

Great Escape and Six Flags New England Tickets

We are pleased to offer discounted tickets to both these great parks in 2014!

Great Escape Tickets- $35.00

Price at Gate: $54.99 Great Escape Parking Pass- $15.00

Price at Gate: $20.00 Six Flags New England Tickets- $38.00

Price at Gate $59.99 Tickets can be purchased in the Parks and Recreation office located at 94. Main St. *Cash or Check only*

*** Home swim meets are held on some Tuesdays and Thursdays evenings Pool closes at 4:30pm on home meet days Daily Fees Youth (15 and younger)- $2.00 Adults(16+)- $3.00 Senior Citizens-$1.00 Season Passes Youth $50 (Non Resident $65) Adult $60 (Non Resident $75) Family- Up to 6 people $110 (Non Resident $135) Senior Citizens (55+) $25 (Non Resident $35)

Swim Lessons

Lesson Schedule Session I: June 30 - July 10th (2 Weeks)

Sec A: Level 1 10:45-11:15

Sec B: Level 2 10:15 - 10:45

Sec C: Level 3 10:45 - 11:15

Sec D: Level 4 10:15 - 11:00

Sec E: Level 5 10:45 - 11:30

Sec F: Parent & Child 1 11:15 -11:45

Sec G: Pre-School Level 1 11:15 - 11:45

Sec H: Pre-School Level 2 11:45 -12:15

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OPERATING SCHEDULE JUNE 14TH- AUGUST 17TH (schedule subject to change)

Session II: July 14th - July 24th (2 Weeks)

Sec A: Level 1 10:15 - 10:45

Sec B: Level 2 10:15 -10:45

Sec C: Level 3 11: 15 - 11:45

Sec D: Level 5 10:45 - 11: 30

Sec E: Level6 11:30-12:15

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Sec H: Pre-School 3 11:45 - 12: 15 Lessons continued on Page 12

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • May 1, 2014 Continued from Page 11 Session III: July 28th - August 7th (2 Weeks)

Sec A: Level 2 10:15 -10:45

Sec B: Level 3 10:45 -11:15

See-C: Level 4 10: 15 - 11:00

Sec D: Level 5 10:30 -11:15

Sec E: Level 6 11:00 -11:45

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Lessons are held Monday-Thursday. Fridays are reserved as a make-up day for cancellations due to weather.

Private Lessons: Private and semi-private lessons are available upon request. Arrangements are made through pool staff.

Please contact swim lesson coordinator Mychaella at mychaelladevaney@gmail.com with any questions.

Fees: $55.00- Resident $75.00- Non-Resident Register online or in person starting May 1st www.middleburyparksandrec.org Parent and Child (2 levels) For ages 6 months to 36 months (must be accompanied by an adult) This class will teach your child to become more comfortable in water so they are willing and ready to learn to swim. Basic skills taught include adjusting to water environment, comfort holding a front or back position in water and demonstrating breath control (blowing bubbles, etc.)

Preschool Aquatics (3 Levels) Ages 3 and up. Designed to give children a positive developmentally appropriate aquatic learning experience. Level 1 helps orient young preschool children to aquatic environment and gain basic skills.

Level 2 helps children gain greater independence in the water using basic skills. Level 3 helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive skills to be comfortable in and around water. Each level must be completed before advancing to next.

Learn-To-Swim (Levels 1 and 2) Ages 6 and up.

Instructors will teach to swimmers ability and confidence. Level 1 focuses on skills such as water entry and exit, bobbing, blowing bubbles through nose and mouth, opening eyes underwater and retrieving objects. Level 1 must be passed to move to next level.

Level 2 participants must be able to perform kicks, basic arm strokes and be comfortable with face in water. This level focuses on jumping feet first into the water, fully submerging and holding breath, floating face down in the water, back float, changing direction while swimming on front and back and continued work on swimming on front and back. Level 2 must be completed before advancing to level 3.

Stroke Development (Level 3) Level 3 builds on previously learned skills by providing Classes continued on Page 13

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Continued from Page 12 additional practice. Participants learn the survival float, front crawl with rotary breath and elementary backstroke. Head first entry into water is introduced and treading skills are improved with scissor and dolphin kicks. Level 3 must be passed before advancing to level 4.

Stroke Improvement (Level 4) Level 4 develops participants confidence in the strokes learned in level 3 and improves other aquatic skills. In level 4 participants improve their skills and increase their endurance by swimming familiar strokes (front crawl, elementary backstroke) for greater distances. Participants also learn the back crawl, breaststroke and butterfly and the basics of turning at a wall. Level 4 must be completed to advance to level 5.

Stroke Refinement (Level 5) In level 5 participants refine their performance of all strokes and increase their distances. Flip turns on the front and back are also introduced. Diving is refined.

Level 5 must be completed to advance to level 6.

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The Middlebury Swim Team meets the needs of all swimmers, from beginner to advanced, by following a progressive, developmental model that fosters excellence and commitment to the team. We want each swimmer to achieve the best that s/he is able to. As a member of team, a swimmer learns the values of sportsmanship and teamwork.

Additionally, swimmer will be empowered with physical, emotional, and intellectual skills that will last a lifetime. If you can make the commitment, swim 25 yards, and perform rhythmic breathing then you are eligible for the team. All who practice regularly can choose to swim

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We will also cover aspects of personal water safety skills, diving and fitness swimming. This level prepares participants for more advanced courses such as lifeguarding and water safety instructor as well as competitive swimming.

at meets. Meets take place on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from the end of June until the end of July.

Championship meets are held the last weekend in July and the first weekend in August. Parents are responsible for ensuring the success of the team by volunteering at meets for various duties. Though not required team suits, caps, and additional apparel will be available to order. Suit and cap orders are due to Metro Swim Shop by June 7, please attend the May 14th meeting for more information.

A two week preseason is offered by the Middlebury Aquatic Club and begins Monday, June 2nd.

Preseason practices are held in the evening for two weeks.

Swim team continued on Page 14

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Swim team continued from Page 13 Separate registration is required for the Middlebury Aquatic Club preseason. Registration these practices can be find on MAC’s website, http://www.eteamz. com/middleburyaquaticclub/. Preseason is not a part of Middlebury Swim Team, but a great way for swimmers to prepare for the summer team.

Cubs/Transition Swim Team: The Cubs group is comprised of swimmers ages 5-8 with a competitive spirit and the need for experience. Some of our most accomplished swimmers started as Cubs; this program will introduce swimmers to rhythmic breathing and competitive strokes. Swimmers who can swim 25 yards independently are welcome to this group, which will give experience to younger competitors. As skills improve, swimmers are encouraged to compete in meets.

Catamounts: This group is comprised of experienced 8 & unders, all 9-10s, and newer 11-12s. Stroke skills are reinforced and competitive preparation is introduced.

Emphasis is placed on stroke development/correct technique, and building swimming endurance.

Jr. Panthers: This group is comprised of experienced 9-10s and 11-12s, and newer 13 & olders. The emphasis is on endurance, commitment, and competition. Stroke technique will be reviewed as necessary and race strategy is introduced.

Sr. Panthers: This group is our most competitive group and is comprised of 13 & olders (11-12s at the coaches discretion). Emphasis is placed on intensive water training with a continued focus on endurance,

commitment, and competition. Stroke technique is reviewed as necessary and race strategy is reinforced.

It is further expected that all Sr. Panthers serve as role models for their younger teammates.

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MANDATORY INFORMATION SESSIONS Wednesday, May 14, 6 -7 PM/Russ Sholes Senior

Center, 94 Main St. Monday, June 16th 6-7PM/Town Pool The Middlebury Swim Team will be hosting the league championship meet at the Town Pool, and several dual meets throughout the summer. Please attend these meetings to learn how parent involvement and support throughout the season will make each meet a success for the team.

Coaching Staff Amanda Burnham: Amanda is a certified USA Swimming coach, who has been with MAC since 2011 as the coach for the Catamount training group, and cohead coach for the 2013-2014 winter swimming season.

She started swimming on a summer league team at age 6. Amanda swam competitively on club teams and in high school. This is Amanda’s fourth season coaching with the Middlebury Aquatic Club. For the summer season Amanda will coach the Cub group, Catamount group, & Sr. Panthers group.

Mychaella Devaney: Mychaella is a Middlebury native.

She has been a competitive member of the Middlebury Coaching staff continued on Page 15

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • May 1, 2014 Coaching Staff continued from Page 14 Aquatic Club, previously the Middlebury Marlins, since the age of 6. Mychaella has been part of the swim lesson staff for 4 years. This will be Mychaella’s second year on the coaching staff. She is looking forward to working with the younger swimmers to help build their confidence and technique in the water. Mychaella primarily coaches the Cub group, Catamount group & Jr. Panther group.

Brianna Foley: Brianna is going into her sophomore year of college, and is currently studying to become a teacher at CCV. She swam for Middlebury Aquatic Club for 7 years. This will be her very first season coaching swim team. She believes it will be a great season and can’t wait to see what it has in store! Brianna will coach the Cub group, Catamount group & Jr. Panther group.

Middlebury Swim Team Schedule (Schedule subject to change due to pool availability and weather conditions, check team website for most up-to-date information) Preseason at Middlebury College offered by Middlebury Aquatic Club 6/2-6/12 Jr & Sr Panthers (11 & older): 6:30-7:30 pm, MondayThursday Catamounts (10 & under): 6:30-7:30 pm, MondayThursday Cubs: 6:30-7:15 pm, Tuesday and Thursday **Registration for pre-season only will be available online via the team website by mid-May. USA Swimming registration fee of $65 REQUIRED to swim at College for Pre-season for swimmers who did not swim with the team during this past winter or Spring season. (Reduced $5 Outreach Fee is available with verification that the swimmer participates in a reduced or free school lunch program.) Those swimmers who swam this winter or spring season are already registered with United States Swimming. This is for insurance purposes. More details will be presented at swim team registration.

Preseason fees (does not include required USA Swimming fee of $65) Panthers $35 • Catamounts $35 • Cubs $20 Middlebury Swim Team at Town Pool (outside) 6/16-8/1 Panthers: 7:15-8:45am Cats: 8:45-9:45am Cubs: 9:45-10:15am Practices will be held at the Town Pool in the evenings, until ACSU summer break begins.

Practices are held Monday-Friday for each group.

Regular season fees: **Regular season fee includes team t-shirt. T-shirt size must be provided at time of registration. Scholarships are available, for more information please call 388-8100 ext 216

Panthers $145 ($170 non-res.)

Catamounts $140 ($165 non-res.)

Cubs $115 ($135 non-res.)

You may contact Head Coach Amanda Burnham at middleburyswimteam@gmail.com for more information.

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Instructor: Terri Phelps Phone: (802) 236-1315 Email: terriphelps@ymail.com Registration will open Monday May 12th at 10am, no registrations will be accepted before this time Session 1: June 23rd-June 27th 9:00AM-10:00AM Ages 3-4 $65 ($75 Non-Res) 10:00AM-12:00PM Ages 5-7 $90 ($100 Non-Res) 1:00PM-4:00PM Ages 8+ $115 ($125 Non-Res) Session 2: July 7th- July 11th 9:00AM-10:00AM Ages 3-4 $65 ($75 Non-Res) 10:00AM-12:00PM Ages 5-7 $90 ($100 Non-Res) 1:00PM-4:00PM Ages 8+ $115 ($125 Non-Res) Session 3: July 28th-August 1st 1:00PM-4:00PM Ages 6+ $115 ($125 Non-Res) (Students will be placed in groups based on skill level and/or age in session 3) 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.

Gymnastics Fun Night- Friday June 20th 5-8pm Pizza, Gymnastics and Lots of Fun $20

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Children will receive instruction from Dave Saward, Men’s Head Soccer coach at Middlebury College and Ron McEachen, Retired Coach of the Skidmore College Men’s Soccer team. Standout local high school and college players will also assist in the weeklong camp. The camp is open to all children age 6-12. The cost is $125 per camper and includes a camp T-shirt.

Registration forms are available in the Middlebury Parks and Recreation office. For more details please contact Karen McEachen- kmceache@skidmore.edu

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July 28th-August 1st 9-12 Daily - Middlebury Recreation Fields Open To Children Ages 5-18 Professional Soccer Academy invites young soccer enthusiasts, ages 5-18, to be part of a challenging educational experience. The Academy offers a n opportunity to learn and enjoy many aspects of the game of soccer in a competitive environment from Soccer Camps continued on Page 17

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • May 1, 2014 Soccer Camps continued from Page 16 a current professional player. Fundamentals as well as sophisticated techniques of soccer will be taught on a personalized individual level along with various forms of group instruction provided by Camp Director Bo Vuckovic and several other Vermont Voltage professional soccer players. Emphasis is placed on the development, improvement and refinement of basic playing skills.

Cost: $115 for first child and $110 for each additional child. Families with multiple children must register in person at the Middlebury Parks and Recreation office starting May 1st. Each child will receive a camp t-shirt which is included in the registration price.

Register: Online or in person starting May 1st.

Registration is limited to 100 participants.

2014 Vermont Premier Soccer Camp August 11th-15th-Middlebury Recreation Fields Ages 4-6 9am-12pm $120.00 (includes T-shirt) Ages 7-14 9am-3pm $195.00 (includes T-shirt) Vermont Premier Soccer continues to develop and grow programs for the youth soccer community in Vermont.

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training at the organization. We also ensure our programs pass Vermont Board of Health guidelines to ensure your child’s well-being and safety. This all inclusive soccer camp caters to soccer players of all ability levels aged 4‐14 years and is designed around individual development and ball mastery through age specific curriculum.

Register: Online or in person starting May 1st. Space is limited so register early!

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Ages 8+ $75-Residents $85 Non-Residents SESSION 1: June 23rd – June 27th 9am-12pm SESSION 2: July 7th – July 11th 9am-12pm SESSION 3: July 14th – July 18th 9am-12pm

(Girls Only Camp) SESSION 4: July 28th- August 1st 9am-12pm SESSION 5: August 11th- August 15th 9am-12pm Players will receive instruction from the golf course staff and members of the MUHS golf team.

Space is limited to 20 golfers per session.

Register: Online or in person starting May 1st. For more information please call Jim Dayton 802-443-5125 or email Jdayton@middlebury.edu

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • May 1, 2014 Children going into grades 7th-9th will practice from 1pm-4pm daily.

The cost for this age group is $125 dollars.

Registration will begin Thursday May 1st.

For more information contact Dustin Hunt 802-388-8100 ext 216 or dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org With Special Appearances by local College and High School Coaches!

Be on the lookout for information on a 3 on 3 tournament July 26th

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JULY 21st- JULY 25th Grades 3-9 If your child loves playing basketball and is interested in taking his or her game to the next level than this is the perfect camp for them! Players will receive instruction from Coach Randy Stockwell with assistance from Dustin Hunt and local players and coaches. We will focus on perfecting the basic fundamental skills while giving your player the tools to be successful as they move up through the local basketball program.

This camp will include specialized drills, fun games and scrimmages every day. Campers will also receive a T-shirt the last day of camp.

Children going into grades 3rd- 6th will practice from 10am-12pm daily.

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Summer Introduction to Aikido Series – July 9 thru August 1. Tuesdays and Thursdays, 5:30 to 6:45. Adults and youth (13 yrs. & up). $50 for 4 week series. After completing the beginners series, students may join ongoing classes, with the remainder of August free for those who continue on.

On-going Adult/Youth Classes Mondays 5:30-6:30 & 7:00-8:30, Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30 to 6:45 Classes are open to anyone 13 or older who has completed the introductory series. Dues are $35/month for unlimited classes.

On-going Children’s Classes meet 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.com or our Facebook page.

Email hdweir@gmavt.net or BlueHeronKidsClass@gmail.com.

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • May 1, 2014 Session 4- July 14th- July 18th (In East Middlebury) Session 5- July 21st- July 25th Session 6- July 28th- Aug 1st Session 7- Aug 4th- August 8th Fee: $65 Residents $75 Non-Residents Tennis lessons will be held at the Middlebury Recreation Park. On days when there is rain, lessons may be held at Middlebury Indoor Tennis, located behind Middlebury Fitness. For more information please contact Franz sojotennis@gmail.com or 802-349-9851 *Session 4 will be held at East Middlebury’s Harold Curtis Park* TINY SWINGERS (AGES 5 AND UNDER) Introduces participants to the game and focuses on coordination and ball control All Lessons are from 9:00-9:30am

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Fee: $45 Residents $50 Non-Residents LITTLE ACES (AGES 6-9) Covers rules and court conduct as well as the basic strokes of the game. Emphasizes consistency in strokes and introduces game play All lessons are from 9:00-10:00am

Session 1- June 23rd-June 27th Session 2- June 30th-July 4th Session 3 – July 7th- July 11th

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HOT SHOTS AGES 10-13 (RECOMMENDED) Requires prior tennis experience and general knowledge of the game. Practice shot placement as well as consistency of most strokes, including serves and returns. This session will prepare children to play matches amongst themselves.

All lessons from 10:00-11:30am

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1- June 23rd-June 27th 2- June 30th-July 4th 3 – July 7th- July 11th 4- July 14th- July 18th (In East Middlebury) 5- July 21st- July 25th 6- July 28th- Aug 1st 7- Aug 4th- August 8th Fee: $75 Residents $85 Non-Residents

Important Information: • Classes must have a minimum of 4 participants to run • Lessons may go over allotted time • No Tennis Refunds will be given Private Lessons Private lessons are available to people of all ages.

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • May 1, 2014 Inti Ombak Pencak Silat

Head Instructor- Guru Mark Zizis Phone-1-802-377-7047 Website- www.Intiombak.com Email-Intiombakvt@gmail.com Pencak Silat is a general term used to describe the martial arts systems found throughout Southeast Asia, especially those found in Indonesia and Malaysia.

Pencak means art and silat can be translated as evade or escape, so the literal translation of pencak silat could be considered the “art of evasion or escaping”.

In Eastern philosophy evading or escaping does not necessarily mean running away, but rather it means facing the situation and solving it. Thus a deeper contextual translation for pencak silat may be the “art of problem solving.”

Pencak Silat is a very unique art that tries to reach all aspects of life. Teaching of this art is usually made up of four aspects: Sports or health, Self Defense, Arts or culture and Spiritual.

I am an individual with a noble mind and character.

I am a person who honors his fellow man and seeks in silence for friendship and peace.

I am a knight who upholds truth honesty and justice always resilient in facing life’s toughest situations and temptations.

I am a silat player!

(The silat practitioner’s creed)

Adult Silat Classes are Tuesdays at 7:30pm and Wednesdays at 6:30pm Kids Silat Classes are Monday 4pm and Tuesdays at 4pm Reiki/Energy cultivation Classes are on Wednesdays at 7:30pm

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2014 Kids Camp ZUMBA Classes

All Classes held at Municipal Gym 94 Main St. Zumba is a dance aerobics cardio workout that is gaining popularity because it’s safe and fun. You can dance your way to health and happiness modifying the moves to suit your needs. Come on in and try it. Your first class is free. Wear comfortable clothing, shoes you can dance in and a water bottle.

Summer Schedule Begins June 16th: Morning Classes: M,T, W, 8:00-9:00 a.m.

Evening Classes: M, T, W 5:30-6:30pm TH-6-7pm Punchcards available - $6.50 per class. You must register at the classes, no online registration available.

Need more info???

Go to lizcleveland@zumba.com email liz_cleveland_vt@hotmail.com or call Liz at 802-989-5977 *Zumba Summer Kickoff EventFriday, June 13th 5:30-7:30*

Drop-In Summer 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

Paddling Rock Climbing Hiking Mountain Biking Geocaching Fly Fishing Day Camps Tubing for kids 6-15 years old Sponsored by 16 years experience bringing kids into the outdoors For more information call Steve 388-7245 or www.mmvt.com

Exercise Good Judgment!

Ensure a Healthier Future for All

Soilsaver Compost Bin & Sure-Close Kitchen Collector On Sale Now at the District Transfer Station Compost at home and encourage your friends and family to join the effort. Turn food scraps and yard waste into rich, organic food for your garden. About 25% of our garbage is comprised of food & yard waste. Composting saves money, keeps waste out of landfills, and will help your garden grow!

Sure-Close Kitchen Collector ONLY $5

Soilsaver Compost Bin – ONLY $45 Sturdy recycled plastic • Fits neatly into any vehicle Retains heat and moisture • Keeps animals out Removable convenient locking top with self-watering lid 2 slide-up doors for easy compost removal

Addison County solid WAste MAnAgeMent distriCt Located at 1223 Rt. 7 South, Middlebury.

Hours are Mon-Fri 7am-3pm, Sat 9am-1pm.

Questions? Call 388-2333 or visit: www.AddisonCountyRecycles.org.

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ADDISON CENTRAL TEENS

Hours of Operation: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday 3:00 - 6:00pm Thursday & Friday 3:00 - 7:00pm www.addisonteens.com

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.

• Pool Table • Ping Pong Table • Foosball • Bike Rides • A Wii System

• Computers • Free internet access • Free food and refreshments • Spoken word seminars

Teen Day Camp - Summer 2014

Looking for something fun for your teen to do this summer?!

Join Addison Central Teens (ACT) in a week long day camp specifically designed for teens! Activities include hiking, swimming, biking, games, trips to VT State Parks, plus more!

Open to all graduates of sixth grade through teens seventeen years of age.

Contact Information: Colby Benjamin Phone: (802) 734-6755 Email: Colby@addisonteens.com Registration Begins March 1st Session Session Session Session Session

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June 30th – July 3rd July 7th – July 10th July 14th – July 17th July 21st – 24th July 28th – July 31st

To register go to WWW.ADDISONTEENS.COM or register in person at the teen center Monday – Friday 3-6pm Space is limited (ten teens per session) so don’t delay Location: 94 Main St. Middlebury, VT Time: 9am – 4pm, Monday - Thursday Fee: $60 per session

Clothing Swap and Shop

MUHS Hallway outside the main office Wednesday & Thursday, June 4 & 5 • 11:30 am to 3:00 pm – students only 3:00 pm to 7 pm – open to the public Bring in your gently used clothing, formal wear accessories, jewelry, Knick-knacks, DVD’s, CD’s, and swap for new used Items. No clothing to swap? Bring your money and shop. 1 point equals $ 1!

Items may be dropped off at the ACT teen center every day after school from 3 - 6 pm. Look for posters in May announcing clothing collection at MUHS and MUMS. For more information or if you would like to volunteer, please contact: Jutta@addisonteens.com 802-989-8934

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Wake Up From Your Hibernation

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M-Sat 9:30-5:30 Sun 11-4

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WE SUPPORT YOU! When the going gets tough, we’re here to help: Ankle & Knee Braces Wrist & Arch Supports Orthotic Inserts Hot & Cold Therapy – Colpacs & Hotpacs Knowledgeable Staff & Personalized Service Marble Works, Middlebury • 388-9801 • 1-800-649-2627 • Mon.-Fri. 9-6, Sat. 9-1

LET’S GET ROLLING MIDDLEBURY!

WALK & ROLL TO SCHOOL DAY Wed., May 7, before & after school, hosted by Safe Routes to School.

BIKE SAFETY FAIR Wed., May 7, 3:15-5:30 pm, Mary Hogan School side lot (if rain, in gym). Helmets, bike safety checks, prizes. All ages welcome.

BIKE USE TRAINING Mon., May 19 – Fri, May 30, Mary Hogan School.

Details to follow.

WAY TO GO! COMMUTER CHALLENGE Mon., May 12 – Fri, May 16.

Sign up at www.waytogovt.org for prizes.

RIDE OF SILENCE Wed., May 21, 5:45 pm, departs Middlebury Triangle Park by Skihaus.

Commemorates those hurt or killed in road bike accidents.

BIKE TO WORK DAY Fri., May 16

MAY IS BIKE MONTH!

Hosted by Town of Middlebury (Parks & Recreation, Energy Committee) with support from Mary Hogan, local bike shops, riders and businesses.

Bicycle Repair Class-1 Day Course

Keeping Your Family Healthy Is Our Goal • Free, same-day delivery (call for details) • 24/7 prescription refills (phone, Smartphone, on-line) • Frequent In-Store specials on a wide selection of products • No hassle prescription transfers.

PLUS! A $30 giftcard for new patients • $12/90-day supply drug list • Compounding Pharmacy Start ’em • Sensitive & Discrete Counseling off right!

• Free Children’s Vitamin Program We are your independent, hometown community pharmacy and our friendly staff looks forward to being of service to you and your family.

Our pharmacists are always ready to answer your questions. We offer competitive prices & free delivery. Let us be your partner in your healthcare. Stop in today and see why our customers are so loyal!

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Instructors Carl Robinson and Chas Lyons Email: crbikerepair@gmail.com Email: lyons.chas@gmail.com Cost: $25 Per Class Location: Russ Sholes Senior Center Register at www.middleburyparksandrec.org The class is designed for people who would like to learn the basics of on the ride bicycle repair and maintenance, getting you safely out on the ride and able to get home if you experience a mechanical problem.

You will become familiar to the specific needs of your own bicycle. With the skill learned you will be comfortable knowing that you have the knowledge to successfully conduct a safety/pre ride check, repair a flat tire, and other minor adjustments. The class is hands on, so be prepared to get a little dirty. Participants are required to bring their own bicycle and on the ride repair kit (if they have one). Tools will be available.

Age and Skill Level: 16 +, any skill level Dates: 2nd and 4th Thursdays, May – July: In Bristol Works!

6:00 – 8:00 pm Marble Works, 61 Pine Street County’s No. 1 Pharmacy 187 Main Street Addison Bristol • 453-2999 Middlebury • 388-3784 Vergennes • 877-1190 April 24th, May 8th and For more info and pharmacy hours: 22nd, June 12th and www.marbleworkspharmacy.com 26th, July 10th and 24th

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We welcome you and your family!

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • May 1, 2014 Fall Soccer 2014 Early Registration Playing Times: New this Year- Preschool and Kindergarten Soccer!

Monday’s 3:30-4:30pm 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 September 8th.

Players should show up at their designated playing time on the first day and they will be divided into specific teams from there.

• Registrations will begin online and in person on Thursday, May 1st.

• We ask that all players be registered on or before Friday September 5th.

Fee: $60 for Residents of Middlebury, $75 for NonResidents (Scholarships available.) *Each player will receive a ball and jersey to keep*

If you are interested in coaching a team please email Dustin Hunt dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org or call 3888100 ext 216.

We are looking for jersey sponsors this year, If your company is interested please contact Dustin Hunt dhunt@ t o w n o f m i d d l e b u r y. org or call 388-8100 ext 216 for pricing information.

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • May 1, 2014 Intro to K9 Nose Work®

Discover why the founders developed the activity, how it works, and see how quickly any dog can be taught the foundational skills for a lifetime of fun and achievement in K9 Nose Work®. Follow up classes include Intro to Odor or Continuing Nose Work; Advance Nose Work; Competition Skill Building NW1/NW2/NW3; Inaccessible Hides: The Search for Elusive Source; and K9 Nose Work Teamwork: From Foundation to Trial Day. Sunday June 29th 9 am – 4 pm Middlebury Municipal Gym Cost: $150.00 per person/dog team $50 for each additional dog, $100 adult only Register online www.Middleburyparksandrec.org

Dog Obedience Classes

Whiting World of WoolCraft Sheep Camp Monday, June 23, 2014 to Thursday, June 26, 2014 9:00-1:30 daily Ages 8-12 years (Limit of 10 campers) Cost: $45 per Camper Register: Online or in person starting May 1st

Campers will learn about where wool comes from and many of the uses of wool. Each day will begin with feeding and caring for sheep with a focus on learning about the impact of animal health on fleece quality.

For the remainder of the day, campers will work with wool including dying, spinning, felting, knitting, and weaving.

For more information, contact Jon and Janelle Ashley at SDG Farm (989-9528).

Eddy Farm

Summer Horseback Riding Camp Ages 6 – 17

Offering 5 week-long sessions to riders of ALL abilities. $330/session • Mon – Thurs, 9 AM – 3 PM June 23 – 26, July 7 – 11, 14 – 17, 21 – 24, July 28 – 31 Limited to 10 campers a week – APPLY EARLY! Applications available on Eddy Farm website: www.eddyfarmschool.com For questions call Margaret Bojanowski 388-6196 or e-mail margaretbojanowski@gmail.com

Puppy Kindergarten: Open to puppies 10-18 weeks of age the start date of the class. Puppyhood is a developmental deadline critical to your puppy’s socialization and prevention of behavior problems.

If you want your puppy to end up as a well-trained dog who is friendly to other dogs and people this is the place to start.

It is an introduction to cues & manners that will create a foundation of learning and will strengthen the communication and relationship between you and your new puppy. You will be provided ample reading material as well to help you through puppyhood.

Session 1- Sunday June 1st-July 20th, 11am-12pm Session 2- Sunday August 3rd-Sept. 7th 11am-12pm

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Dog Obedience Classes Continued Adult Basic Training: This class is open to dogs age five months or older. Class aims to provide all the building blocks a dog of any age needs for a foundation of obedience. 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 basic obedience cues.

Session 1- Sunday June 1st-July 20th 12:15-1:15pm Session 2- Sunday August 3rd-Sept. 7th 12:15-1:15pm Session 3- Friday July 11th-August 15th 8am-9am K9 Games: 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 downstays. Done with teaching heeling or sit stay? This series can be super amusing and fun for you and your dog. Eligible dogs: K9Game 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.

Session 1- Tuesday July 8th- August 5th 6:45-7:45 pm

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Dog obedience classes are $95 per person/dog.

K9 Games is $85 per person/dog.

Register online or in person starting May 1st Proof of up-to-date vaccinations required at first class For more information please contact Sandy Chicoine of Best Friend Dog Training Email- bestfrienddogtrainingofvt@gmail.com Phone (802) 989-0463

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Outdoor Education/Adventure Camps Tight Lines Fly Fishing Kids Clinic July 28th-30th 9am-4pm Children Ages 10+ Register: Online or in person starting May 1st Cost: $100 This is a three day course that allows for children to learn the ins and outs of fly fishing including fly tying.

There will be plenty of on water fishing time! The course is taught by Joshua Hardt a career outdoor guide and educator, with fly fishing experience from New England to Alaska.

Tight Lines Fly Fishing Course for Adults July 19th and 20th 9am-4pm Register: Online or in person starting May 1st Cost: $85 per person This two day course allows aspiring anglers to learn the basics of fly fishing and a little more! Participants will learn to tie flies, identify fish and fish habitat, cast, catch and release fish. The course is taught by outdoor guide and educator Joshua Hardt who has guided and taught fly fishing in Vermont for over a decade.

Vermont Wilds Day Camp August 11th-15th 9am-4pm Ages 8+ Register: Online or in person starting May 1st Cost: $150 per camper In this camp, campers will explore the mountains, waterways and forests of Vermont. All the while campers will experience things like caving, paddling, climbing and survival skills. The camp will be run by Joshua Hardt a career outdoor educator and guide with a host of pertinent certifications.

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Middlebury Area Land Trust Planned Hikes Summer 2014

April 26th – Flying Squirrels in Otter Creek Gorge with Carson Hauck, Middlebury College Biology Student Did you know there are flying squirrels in Vermont?

Learn about the distribution and natural history of flying squirrels, specifically in Addison County, while hiking in Otter Creek Gorge Preserve. Meet at Belden Dam Rd parking lot, 10am.

May 24- Jackson Trail Work Day! Work on graveling wet areas, bridge or boardwalk repair or clearing trail. 9am June 7th- National Trails Day- help work on the TAM. Work on graveling wet areas, bridge or boardwalk repair or clearing trail. TBA June 21st- Family Quest Hike for Beginning Birders, with Otter Creek Audubon Society 9-11am, Wright Park July 26th – Family Hike in the Battell Woods with Suzanne Young, Cook and Food Hiking continued on Page 30

TUESDAY:

BURGER & BREW NIGHT

WEDNESDAY: KIDS EAT FREE

THURSDAY:

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388.8209

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Hiking continued from Page 29 Educator at Mary Johnson Children’s Center and MALT Member. Search for animal homes, play forest games, and use all of our senses. Geared towards children 2-5 and their families. We will be in the shade, so it should be nice and cool. Meet at Monroe St. entrance. 9-11am.

August 23- Paddle Otter Creek with Dan Redondo, of Vermont Wetland Plant Supply in Orwell. Learn about the riverside plants and maybe bugs and fish while we’re at it. Meet at 3 Mile Bridge, south on Creek Rd. Bring a boat!

September 28th – TAM trek, Middlebury College Golf Course All Hikes are free and no preregistration required (Donations accepted) Call 388-1007 or email info@maltvt.org for details.

Other Summer Programs in Addison County Middlebury Studio School, 1 Mill St. lower level

Children’s Summer Art Camps From 9-11:30 – Tuition $150

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June 23-27, It’s a Small World Instructor: Kathy Hall

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June 30-July 3, Once Upon a Time Instructor: Kathy Hall

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July 7-11, Discovering Artists & their Mediums – Instructor: Ginger Birdsey

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July 14-18, Fairy Houses Instructor: Kate Tilton

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July 21-25, Young Artists Instructor: Kate Tilton

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July 28-Aug. 1, Bird Brains and Feather Head Instructor: Renee Ursitti

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Aug. 4-8, Art Around the World- Instructor: Sarah Pope

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Aug. 11-15, Crafty Creatures - Instructor: Poppy Rees

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Aug. 18-22, Art in Nature Instructor: Heather Hardt

Pottery

(Tuition $120)

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Multi-age Hand Building/ages 5 to adult Tues., Weds., Thurs. 2:30-3:30

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AM Multi-age Wheel/ages 8 to adult Tues., Weds., Thurs. 10-11:30AM

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PM Multi-age Wheel/ages 8 to adult Tues., Weds., Thurs. 2-3:30PM

Call 802-247-3702 or email ewaldewald@aol.com website: middleburystudioschool.org

MiddSummer We have been offering MiddSummer Camp for 10 years, and we’re going strong!

Choose from 1 to 5 weeks Located at Mary Hogan School

Lunch and Recreation Program June 23-July 25 • Monday-Friday • 8 am-4 pm

Nutritious snacks and meals provided • Swimming & weekly field trips • Scholarships available* For more information contact Beth Bearor, Program Adminstrator, at 802-598-6940 or bbearor@addisoncentralsu.org *Families receiving food stamps are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Other Summer Programs in Addison County Middlebury Area Land Trust

MALT conserves, promotes, and manages land as natural, open and working landscapes in Addison County. MALT also manages the Trail Around Middlebury (TAM), a 16 mile footpath, and runs a summer camp program.

The TAM turns 25 this year! $125K Goal

$41,835 – start

Help us celebrate and support this community resource with a donation to the John Derrick Endowment Fund for the TAM. The endowment will help ensure this local treasure is a part of our community for many years and generations to come. Our goal is to raise $125,000 for this fund and YOU can help us get there.

Find us on Facebook

Visit www.maltvt.org or call 388-1007 for details. All hikes are free – donations accepted.

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WORLD CLASS FITNESS

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• Air Conditioning • Motivating Classes • Functional Fitness • Swimming Pools • Sprint & Olympic Triathlons • Multi-distance Run Event

Whether you want the comfort and convenience of indoor fitness or fresh air of outdoor events, VT Sun has you covered with a top-of-the-line facility and fun, accessible world-class events!

For details on all the excitement, visit www.vermontsun.com Middlebury • 388-6888 Vergennes • 877-2030