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SUMMER at The Pool & Bistro Twenty20‌ wenty20

Hours of Operation The Pool Lap Swimming DAILY

6:00 A.M. - 8:00 A.M. 10:00 A.M. - 6:00 P.M. MONDAY-FRIDAY* 12:00 P.M. - 8:30 P.M. SATURDAY-SUNDAY* 10:00 A.M. - 8:30 P.M. *TWO LANES AVAILABLE

Family Swim WEEKDAYS: WEEKENDS:

12:30 P.M. – 8:30 P.M. 10:30 A.M. – 8:30 P.M.

Aquatic Fitness

MONDAY-SATURDAY 8:00 A.M. & 9:00 A.M. SUNDAY 9:00 A.M.

Labor Day Family Swim

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7TH 10:30 A.M. - 8:30 P.M.

September

LAP SWIMMING (MON-THURS) BEGINNING TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8TH DAILY 6:00 A.M. – 8:00 A.M. 10:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M. WEEKEND FAMILY SWIM BEGINNING FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 11TH FRIDAYS 4:00–8:30 P.M. SATURDAYS & SUNDAYS 10:30 A.M. - 8:30 P.M.

October

LAP SWIMMING BEGINNING THURSDAY, OCTOBER 1ST DAILY 6:00 A.M. – 6:00 P.M.

Open Daily 11:00 A.M. – 10:00 P.M.

Swi m Lessons Parent and Me Our Parent and Me swim lessons allow children as young as 6 months, an opportunity to learn the fundamental skills to become strong swimmers. We offer 30-minute lessons that focus on improving cognitive development, introducing life-saving skills, and encouraging water exploration through enhancing swimmer coordination and balance. Our Parent and Me classes feature the introduction of breath control, back floating, crawling out of the pool, and more! The small class sizes (8:1) allow each child to receive individualized instruction and an opportunity to socialize with other students. For parents, we provide the knowledge and tools to continue working on the skills at home. Spots are filling up quickly! The cost is $225/per session, $25 discount for each additional child. *If classes are cancelled due to the weather, a makeup option will be scheduled *All children who are not fully potty trained must wear a swim diaper and cover liner to participate in class.

Saturdays, 9 a.m. & 9:30 a.m.

Sundays, 8 a.m. & 8:30 a.m.

Two 5-Week Sessions: [$225/session] up to 8 pairs (Parent/child) Saturday, June 6-July 11 (No class 4th of July weekend) Sunday, June 7-July 12 (No class 4th of July weekend) Saturday, July 18-August 15 Sunday, July 19-August 16

Stroke Clinic Our Stroke Clinic helps competitive swimmers refine their stroke, work on starts and finishes, endurance swimming, flip turns, diving, and more!

Tuesdays & Thursdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m.

June 23rd-August 6 (Social on 8/6 from 6pm-8pm) No class on July 2nd The cost is $650 per swimmer

Private Swim Lessons $45/class & Semi Private Swim Lessons - $30/student/class -Beginner Swim Lessons -Beginner (Advanced) Swim Lessons -Competitive Swim Lessons -Adult Swim Lessons Please fill out your Private Lesson evaluation form today!

To enroll in swim lessons or for more information, please email Arianna Flores at aflores@merioncricket.com.

Pool Events Float Nights

For the Kids!

Thursdays, 4:00 - 8:30 p.m.

July 9 & 30 | August 20

Ice Cream Truck and Float Night

Bring your favorite float, jump into the pool, and enjoy a fun night with family and friends!Drinks by signature will be available for adults.

Lap Swim & Aqua Fitness Social Wednesday, June 10, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Thursday, September 10, 5:00 – 7:00 p.m.

Unwind from the workday and meet fellow lap swimmers and aquatic fitness lovers while enjoying poolside drinks.

This complimentary event is a chance to socialize with your friends, enjoy light snacks and our Signature Bar.

Sip & Dip Wednesday, August 26, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Enjoy a cocktail and some throwback hit songs while socializing with friends at the pool. Signature drinks paired with some poolside snacks.

Wednesday, June 17 4:00-8:00 p.m.

Bring your favorite float, jump into the pool, and enjoy a fun night with family and friends!A guest appearance from our favorite, Mr. Softee Ice Cream Truck will be available between 4-6pm.

We will have our Signature Bar for adults. This event is complimentary.

Pirates and Mermaids

Sunday, July 19 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Step into a world where the sea’s most enchanting legends come to life! The Mermaids & Pirates event is a vibrant, family-friendly celebration filled with ocean magic, treasure hunts, fun games, and more!

Under the Sea

Wednesday, August 12 3:00-5:00 p.m.

Make a splash at our Under the Sea Adventure!

We will explore a world beneath the waves filled with ocean-themed snacks, hands-on crafts, and exciting activities.

Happening at Father’s Day Pig Roast

Sunday, June 21, 11:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Treat Dad to a fun-filled Father’s Day poolside featuring Chef’s signature pig roast buffet, MCC swag for dads, live music, and lawn games in the Events Garden. The cost is $38 for adults and $16 for children ages 4-12.

Trivia Night

EVERY WEDNESDAY NIGHT JUNE 24 - AUGUST 19 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.

Get ready to put your knowledge to the test at Trivia Night at Bistro!

Gather your friends, family, and fellow trivia enthusiasts for an evening of brain teasing fun and friendly competition. Make your reservation at Bistro Twenty20 to enjoy this complimentary entertainment.

Burger Night

BUILD YOUR OWN BURGER - THURSDAYS Live action Burger Station! Step right up to the grill and build your perfect burger! Choose from all your favorite toppings — fresh, hot, and made just the way you like it. Don’t miss out on the sizzle!

Live Music

SOUNDS OF SUMMER - FRIDAYS Live music from a different local entertainer each week

Make a reservation at Bistro Twenty20 Please note: The Bistro is open regular hours and the lunch menu will be available in addition to the chef’s pig roast buffet special.

First Fridays Fridays, 5:30 – 7:00 p.m.

A Toast to Philadelphia Friday, July 3 Commemorate America's 250th anniversary by toasting to one of the country's oldest cities, Philadelphia! Start the holiday weekend by socializing and enjoying complimentary hors d’oeuvres and a festive, Philadelphia inspired, cocktail with fellow members as we celebrate the city where America got its start.

Welcome to the Millenium Friday, August 7 Step into an evening inspired by late-1990s style, millennium-era optimism, and a hint of nostalgia as we celebrate the turn of an era at our Millennium Themed Cocktail Party. With music, atmosphere, and subtle nods to the excitement and uncertainty surrounding the year 2000, the evening offers a relaxed chance to connect and unwind for a few hours suspended between past and future.

Patriotic BBQs Fourth of July Friday, July 3, 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Celebrate Independence Day at Bistro Twenty20! The barbecue features fun, casual fare off the grill and music

by DJ Nouveau Riche.

Labor Day Monday, September 7 Celebrate the end of summer in style! Join us for a festive Labor Day BBQ featuring casual favorites fresh off the grill and lively tunes by a DJ.

Aquatics Rules and Policies Membership

Pool Access by Membership Type: House Premium, Athletic, Non-Resident, and Student Members have full pool access. House Members do not have regular pool access but may use up to 3 of their 6 annual guest passes for themselves to visit the pool. A House Family may visit the pool together or separately up to 3 times using these passes. Each visit incurs a $20 guest fee charge.

All members must sign a Pool Waiver of Liability prior to using the facility.

Members are to be respectful of all other Pool members & staff.

Guest Policy

A guest is permitted up to 3 visits per year. The cost is $20 per guest per day.

Pool Access

All members must sign in at the main entrance of the Pool.

All children under age fourteen (14) may not enter the premises unless accompanied by a supervising adult (not a club employee unless the child is participating in a Club organized program).

All junior members who are eligible to use to the Pool without an adult member must complete the Junior Sign-In sheet at the Aquatics check-in desk.

For any child younger than age (14), an adult of at least (18) years of age MUST be present on the Pool Deck area and supervising their child. The supervising adult cannot be at Bistro while their child swims, they must be on the Pool Deck.

Pool Regulations

Swimming is only permitted when a lifeguard is present with the exception of lap swimming during the months of April, September and October. The Pool may be closed at any time at the discretion of the lifeguard for safety reasons.

All members and guests must exit the Pool when the lightning detection alarm sounds. The pool and pool complex will close in the event of inclement weather or any conditions that distort the lifeguard’s ability to clearly see the bottom of the pool.

Parents or the supervising adult(s) are responsible for watching their children in the pool and on the pool deck. Lifeguard directives will be strictly enforced.

No running, pushing, ball throwing or horseplay is permitted in and around the pool area.

All children who are not potty trained are required to wear a swim diaper and a cover liner in both the Main Pool and Wade Pool.

Any member may be asked to demonstrate their swimming ability to a lifeguard at any time. For members’ safety, any member may be asked to remain in the shallow end of the pool if they are not a strong swimmer.

Diving is only permitted in those areas of the pool marked 6 foot or deeper. Diving is not permitted in the shallow end of the pool.

Please shower before entering the pool.

Lounge chairs are for ages 14 and older. Reserving chairs is not permitted, please bring your belongings with you upon exiting the facility.

Swimmer Flotations

US Coast Guard Approved flotation devices are permitted. No inflatable devices except for designated events.

Children wearing flotation devices and those who have not passed the swim test must be accompanied by an adult within arm’s reach at all times.

Diving Well

Only one person on the diving board at a time.

No running on the diving board.

Single bounce only.

The diving board is to be used for dives and jumps only. Do not dive from the side of the board.

No front flips or back flips of any kind are permitted.

No swimming in area underneath board.

Swimming is not permitted in the diving well.

Wade Pool

The Wade Pool is for children ages five (5) and under.

Every child in the Wade Pool must be accompanied by an adult within the Wade Pool area.

All parents/guardians are expected to watch and monitor the activity of their child.

Members with children five (5) and under are permitted Wade Pool access during Camp Swim hours.

Adult Relaxation Area

A portion of the side-pool area with underwater bench will be designated for adults only.

Adult Relaxation Section Hours – During Family Swim only Daily: 5:00 p.m. – close

Courtesy Policies

Smoking is restricted to the parking lot.

Dressing Rooms

Please use diaper changing station located in locker rooms to change infant diapers. Please use locker rooms to change children out of bathing suits.

Restroom facilities, lockers and dressing stalls are available for use by members.

Day lockers are available on a first come first serve basis. Please see Aquatics Office for a day locker key.

The Club is not responsible for any lost or stolen items at the MCC Pool.

Food & Beverage

All food and beverages consumed at the MCC Pool must be purchased from the Club.

All food items must be consumed at a dining table or lounge chair. Do not eat food in Pool.

No one under age 21 may purchase or consume alcohol on Club premises.

Plastic cups are not permitted in the Pool and should not be used as Pool toys.

Glassware of any kind is prohibited at the MCC Pool.

Cell Phone Policy

The use of cell phones for making or receiving telephone calls is restricted to the parking lot.

Members are asked to place their phones on vibrate or mute while on Merion’s premises. Airpods are not permitted.

Dress Code

Good judgment and taste must be used when selecting swimwear to ensure that it is in keeping with Club appearance standards.

Members are expected to wear appropriate bathing attire while at the Pool (cut offs, basketball shorts or t-shirts are prohibited and will not be allowed in the water).

Members must wear cover-ups and footwear upon entry and exit to the Aquatics Complex.

Cover-ups and footwear are required while dining at Bistro Twenty20.

Members must towel dry prior to entering Bistro Twenty20.

Swimwear and cover-ups are only permitted in the Pool area and Bistro Twenty20.

Planning a Pool Party?

For more information about event planning at The Merion Cricket Club, please contact: Madison Funt Director of Catering at (610) 642-5800 ext. 270 or mfunt@merioncricket.com

For the safety and comfort of our members at the pool, all private parties booked under the Pool Shade Pavilion are limited to a maximum capacity of 20 guests. The rental is available for a three-hour period at a cost of $300. All food must be pre-ordered through the Catering Department at the time of booking.