Spring 2018 Guide

MONTGOMERY COUNTY

MONTGOMERY COUNTY

Recreation

SPRING 2018

SKATING & HOCKEY SOCCER NATURE & HIKES WATER FITNESS GOLF ZUMBA GARDENING KARATE TENNIS TRIPS & TOURS and much more!

RECREATION AND PARKS PROGRAMS

SUMMER CAMPS "COME OUT AND PLAY"

WE'RE LOCAL Our camps and programs are conveniently located throughout Montgomery County and we offer full and half day programs.

AND AFFORDABLE...

We have camps and programs to fit every budget. If you would like to make payments, we’ll work out a payment plan with you.

OFFER PROGRAMS FOR A WIDE RANGE OF AGES We offer camps & programs for ages 2 to 18, and up to age 21 for Therapeutic Recreation Camps.

AND EVERY INTEREST...

If your child loves sports, rocketry, magic, art, horseback riding, swimming, dance, nature, stage acting, or has other interests, then we have the camp or program for your child.

WITH CONVENIENT REGISTRATION Register online with ActiveMONTGOMERY, our 24/7 system, which can be used from the comfort of your home or wherever you have internet access.

With just a few clicks, your child is registered. Visit ActiveMONTGOMERY.org

From the County Executive

Spring 2018

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A look Spring 2018 Recreation and Parks Programs

Inside...

Montgomery County Recreation 4010 Randolph Rd., Silver Spring, MD 20902 240-777-6840 montgomerycountymd.gov/rec

Active 55+ Adults Programs . . . . . . . . . . 81 Aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Water Fitness Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Adaptive Aquatics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Diving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Masters Swimming . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Scuba . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Developmental Swim . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Swim Team . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Lifeguard Training . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Swim Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25

Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Montgomery County Recreation

SUMMER CAMP FAIR

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Summer Looking for Work, But Not Just Another Job!

What You’ll Find age and interest.

• Summer camps for every to sports, technology, from arts and academics • Wide range of experiences

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and more! and student leadership skills development • Opportunities for teens— service learning hours.

What You Can Do representatives.

• Meet one-on-one with camp contests, prizes, and snacks.

• Enjoy FREE demonstrations, and register on-site.

• Find out about new camps

to 3 p.m.

February 17, 2018 • Noon

Date

Arts and Crafts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Dance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47 Cooking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Exercise, Fitness and Wellness . . . . . . . . . . . 51 Martial Arts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 62 Tiny Tots . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 School Break . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71 Xciting Xtras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 72

Join Us!

Zumba pg. 79

Water Fitness pg. 15

East County CRC Silver Spring, MD 20904 3310 Gateshead Manor Way,

Get an early jump on Your Kids’

Summer!

Summer Camp Fair pg. 8

We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals who enjoy working with diverse groups of young people.

Regardless of your college major or current employment, the recreation experience allows you to enhance your marketability.

Recreation brings a creative and innovative approach to public service and offers competitive part-time/seasonal pay.

Staff will be on site for speed interviews and to discuss employment opportunities!

Bring your resume.

For more information, visit montgomerycountymd.gov/rec.

Location/Dates February 17, 2018 • Noon to 3 p.m.

Registration For Spring Classes & Swim Lessons Begins

East County CRC 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, Silver Spring, MD 20904

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Employment Opportunities Contractors & Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Aquatics Part Time Staff . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Karate pg. 64

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Extras Summer Camps . . . . . . . . . . . Inside Front Cover 100 Mile Challenge Kick Off Event . . . . . . . . . 7 Club Adventure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Community Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Summer Camp Fair and Job Fair . . . . . . . . . . 8-9 Early Voting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Tiny Tots pg. 65

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5 Ways to Have Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Kid Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Maryland Senior Olympics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 95 Rentals . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 109

Facility Addresses . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Programs by Location . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 111 Recreation Centers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 110 Registration Form . . . . . . Inside Back Cover Sports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 75 Therapeutic Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96 Trips and Tours . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102 Youth Development . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Montgomery Parks

Sports pg. 75

Trips and Tours pg. 102

The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

Montgomery Parks Info Begins . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Montgomery Parks Spring Break Camps . . . . . 119 Montgomery Parks Facility Directory . . . . . . . . 120 Agricultural History Farm Park Programs . . . . 122 History in the Parks Spring Season . . . . . . . . 125 Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park Programs . . . . 126 Brookside Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 129 Nature Center Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134 Mudfest . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 140 Lightning Bug Jubilee . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 149 Montgomery Parks Partners . . . . . . . . . . . . . 150 Oakley Cabin African American Museum & Park Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 151 Archaeology Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 160 Ice Skating and Hockey Classes . . . . . . . . . . 175 Open for Fun . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 189 Golf and Archery Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 190 Indoor Tennis Classes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 193 ACEing Autism . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 200 Volunteer Opportunities . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 201 2018 Spring Eye Spy Trains . . . . . . . . . Back Cover

Si desea obtener informaciรณn de Montgomery County Recreaciรณn sobre los programas, proceso de asistencia financiera, actividades, centros recreativos, clases, eventos especiales, y oportunidades de empleo, por favor llame al 240-777-6839. Ofrecemos una variedad de actividades para que personas de todas las edades puedan participar. Si tiene alguna sugerencia sobre otro tipo de programas, llรกmenos al 240-777-6839.

Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to register for programs offered by Montgomery Parks and Montgomery County Recreation. To facilitate inclusion, you may request auxiliary aids or services. Interpreters, Braille or large print, or other accommodations should be requested prior to the start of programs. Early notification allows us time to put accommodations in place. If you are registering for a Montgomery County Recreation program, please contact a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist at 240-777-6870, or email rec.mainstream@montgomerycountymd.gov.

If you're registering for a Montgomery Parks program, please call the Parks Program Access Office at 301-495-2477; email ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org; or visit MontgomeryParks.org/access for more information.

April is Earth Month pg. 161

Campamento de Primavera pg. 164

Registration for many Montgomery Parks Spring classes opens

FEBRUARY 12 Ice Skating, Hockey and Indoor Tennis Open APRIL 17

Wheaton Sports Pavilion pg. 202

Montgomery Parks 9500 Brunett Ave., Silver Spring, MD 20901 301-495-2595 | MontgomeryParks.org Like Montgomery Parks

Follow @MontgomeryParks

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LUNAR NEW YEAR CELEBRATION at Potomac CRC

4:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Share in the rich Asian culture of dance, music, exercise and more! Registration required.

Cost: $5 (Age 13 & Up), $2 (Age 4-12), or free (Age 3 & Under) Activity no. 47778.

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CASINO ROYALE

BINGO NIGHT

at Clara Barton NRC

at Clara Barton NRC

Noon - 3 p.m.

7 p.m. - 9 p.m.

April

Win prizes and enjoy the Take Two Variety Band. Turn in "casino cash" to win prizes.

Free. Activity no. 44755

In conjunction with Clara Barton NRC the Friends of Clara Barton is hosting Bingo Night. Free. Activity no. 47969

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LAWTON'S YAPPY HOUR at Lawton CRC

5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

For dog and their owners, including Yap-itizers, ice cream, giveaways, and treat. Free. Call 240-777-6855 for more information.

SPRING EGGSTRAVAGANZA at Clara Barton NRC

Noon - 3 p.m.

Easter egg hunt, bounce house, arts & crafts, face painting, games, food and drink. $5 per person. Activity no. 47968.

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PAWS FOR A CAUSE

CUPIDS AND CUPCAKES

Help warm our local, four legged friends in need! Drop off donations of new or used pet blankets.

Noon - 1:30 p.m.

at Lawton CRC

at Potomac CRC

Senior Valentine lunch.

Live entertainment. Reservations required. $10 per person.

Activity No. 47885.

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YARD SALE

at Mid-County CRC

Noon - 3 p.m.

Keep calm and shop on! Reserve your spot now, as they are first come first serve.

Vendor fee $15. Activity no. 44929. Call the center to select your space after registration.

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PRINCESS BALL

at Upper County CRC

6 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Enjoy a father/daughter dance for girls ages 6-11 years old.

Call 240-777-8077 for more information.

BREAKFAST WITH BUNNY at Mid-County CRC

10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Each child receives a free photo, breakfast, and ticket for face painting. Enjoy a puppet show at 11 a.m. Registration required.

Free. Activity No. 47910.

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Sports & Games, Arts & Crafts, Special Events And More!

Damascus Community Recreation Center 25520 Oak Drive Damascus, MD 20872 240-777-6930 Grades K- 5 35715 35716 35717 35718 35719

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East County Community Gwendolyn CoďŹƒeld Community Long Branch Community Recreation Center Recreation Center Recreation Center 2450 Lyttonsville Road 8700 Piney Branch Road 3310 Gateshead Manor Way Silver Spring, MD 20910 Silver Spring, MD 20901 Silver Spring, MD 20904 240-777-4900 240-777-6965 240-777-8090 Grades K- 5 35722 35723 35724 35725 35726

February March April May June

Grades K- 5 35708 February 35709 March 35710 April 35711 May 35712 June

Grades K- 5 35729 35730 35731 35732 35733

February March April May June

Marilyn J. Praisner Community North Potomac Community Plum Gar Community Upper County Community Recreation Center Recreation Center Recreation Center Recreation Center 19561 Scenery Drive 14906 Old Columbia Pike 13850 Travilah Road 8201 Emory Grove Road Germantown, MD 20876 Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Burtonsville, MD 20866 Rockville, MD 20850 240-777-4919 240-777-4970 240-773-4800 240-777-8077 Grades K- 5 35736 35737 35738 35739 35740

February March April May June

Grades K - 5 35772 35773 35774 35776 35777

February March April May June

Grades K - 5 35750 35751 35752 35753 35754

February March April May June

Grades K- 5 35757 35758 35759 35760 35761

February March April May June

Mid-County Community Recreation Center 2004 Queensguard Road Silver Spring, MD 20906 240-777-6820 Grades K- 5 35743 35744 35745 35746 35747

February March April May June

White Oak Community Recreation Center 1700 April Lane Silver Spring, MD 20904 240-777-6940 Grades K - 5 35763 35764 35765 35766 35767

February March April May June

For more information please contact the community centers listed above. Visit ActiveMONTGOMERY.org to register.

Montgomery County Recreation is committed to compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Please contact a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist at 240-777-6870 or rec.mainstream@montgomerycountymd.gov to request accommodations.

2018

100 MILE CHALLENGE KICK OFF EVENT January 20, 2018 | 2PM-4PM

“Tony Bryan and Kiki Tyler Will Get Us Moving and Keep Us Moving!”

DETAILS

WHERE?

• First 150 people to sign in will receive a free pedometer Executive Office Building Cafeteria 101 Monroe Street • Learn about how fitness trackers and Apps work from Tech Connect!

Rockville, MD 20850 • Pick up Tracking Logs and T-shirts • Personalized Body Composition Measurement • Start moving with fun activities for all ages • Learn how to get your 100 miles in 100 days #movemoremoco montgomerycountymd.gov/rec/100.html • Try healthy foods at our tasting tables

Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org Activity No: 42466

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Find Out More We are seeking enthusiastic and motivated individuals who enjoy working with diverse groups of young people.

Regardless of your college major or current employment, the recreation experience allows you to enhance your marketability.

Recreation brings a creative and innovative approach to public service and offers competitive part-time/seasonal pay.

Staff will be on site for speed interviews and to discuss employment opportunities!

Bring your resume.

For more information, visit montgomerycountymd.gov/rec.

Location/Dates February 17, 2018 • Noon to 3 p.m.

East County CRC 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, Silver Spring, MD 20904

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Whether downsizing or upsizing…if you are selling your house, this class is for you!

“Stage & Sell” will show you the many low-cost ways to make your home even more attractive to potential buyers. Discover the methods used by professional interior designers. Who knows, you may decide to stay once you see it through new eyes! Read more on page 40.

We eat with our eyes first If you have ever wondered how food bloggers and celebrity chefs make dishes look perfect on Instagram, and you are between 12 and 15, then “Instaworthy” is the class for you. This new class will explore and create fun desserts and dishes, and students will learn to Quenelle, create tuiles, and other fun techniques to take dishes up a notch and create beautiful plates! Check it out on page 48.

Did you ever want to get in on a SCRUM? Join us for the first Montgomery County Middle School Girls’ Rugby Program! This program is for middle school girls, ages 12 to 15 in the Maryland/DC/Virginia area to come have fun and learn to play rugby. Don’t know anything about rugby, but think it looks/sounds like fun? No experience is necessary. All participants will receive player registration with USA Rugby. See page 76.

Pickles are not just for sandwiches anymore Pickleball is the new sport that’s literally sweeping the nation and gaining particular popularity among active older adults. We supply rackets, balls and net. All abilities welcome. Locations and times are on pages 93.

Get the inside skinny on where high-level skullduggery took place Sign up for the Spies of Washington Tour with Gary Powers, Jr. The tour will introduce you to many of the locations in and around Washington that have been associated with intelligence and counter intelligence activities. Gary Powers, Jr. will give a briefing on the Cold War and U-2 incident (his father was the downed pilot). A movie, “Bridge of Spies,” starring Tom Hanks was released depicting this historic event. Carol Bessette, a renowned tour guide and retired Air Force Intelligence Officer, will narrate the tour as you pass spy drops and homes of notorious players in the spy business. Sneak over to page 103 for details.

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you can reserve a conference room

online using Quick Reserve

on ActiveMONTGOMERY.org.

Our conference rooms are the perfect place for office meetings, HOA board meetings, and for community and civic organization meetings.

Book your event using Quick Reserve!

To Use Quick Reserve 1. Login to ActiveMONTGOMERY.org. (New users will need to create an account.)

2. Click on Facilities and then click on Quick Reserve 3. Select Recreation Quick Reserve Conference Rooms 4. Select the location, date and times needed (reservations must be made at least 7 days before your meeting) 5. Make your payment and you’re done!!

Quick Reserve on ActiveMONTGOMERY.org makes booking your next meeting a breeze!

MONTGOMERYCOUNTYMD.GOV/REC

O N A R P M E T E T O V Y L R A E VOTE PRIMARY ELECTION EARLY VOTING/ELECCIÓN PRIMARIA VOTO TEMPRANO JUNE/JUNIO 14-21, 2018 • 10:00AM-8:00PM View Current Wait Time Information/Vista actual del tiempo de espera www.777vote.org EARLY VOTING CENTERS/CENTROS DEL VOTO TEMPRANO

DO MORE THEN VOTE, SERVE! BECOME A POLL WORKER! In Maryland, we can poll workers "Election Judges." We recruit several thousand community-minded and motivated voters for each election. Each Election Judge completes a training program to prepare them for Election Day. Call 240-777-8533 or email election.judge@montgomerycounty.md.gov for more information.

WE ARE LOOKING FOR: • Community-minded citizens • Retirees • Students (must be 16 years old) • Team Players • Bilingual speakers • People available in the morning evening or all day • Tech Savvy • And you!

ACTIVITY CENTER AT BOHRER PARK 506 S. Frederick Avenue • Gaithersburg, MD 20877 DAMASCUS COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER 25520 Oak Drive • Damascus, MD 20872 EXECUTIVE OFFICE BUILDING 101 Monroe Street • Rockville, MD 20850 GERMANTOWN COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER 18905 Kingsview Road • Germantown, MD 20874 JANE E. LAWTON COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER 4301 Willow Lane • Chevy Chase, MD 20815 MARILYN J. PRAISNER COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER 14906 Old Columbia Pike • Burtonsville, MD 20866 MID-COUNTY COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER 2004 Queensguard Road • Silver Spring, MD 20906 POTOMAC COMMUNITY RECREATION CENTER 11315 Falls Road • Potomac, MD 20854 SANDY SPRING VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT (BALLROOM) 17921 Brooke Road • Sandy Spring, MD 20860 SILVER SPRING CIVIC BUILDING One Veterans Place • Silver Spring, MD 20910 ST. CATHERINE LABOURE SCHOOL (CLARIDGE BUILDING) 11801 Claridge Road • Wheaton, MD 20902

YOUR TIME- YOUR VOICE - YOUR VOTE For voting options call the Montgomery County Board of Elections/ Para opciónes de votación, llame la Junta Electoral del Condado de Montgomery 240-777-VOTE (8683); www.777vote.org

DISCOVER WHAT YOU CAN CREATE • Workshops • Camps • Field

Trips • After-School Programs • Weekend Family Activities KID Museum 6400 Democrary Blvd.

Bethesda, MD 20817 (301) 897-5437 • info@kid-museum.org www.kid-museum.org

Engineering Robotics Toy-Making Electronics 3D Printing Woodshop Textiles Coding

Montgomery County Recreation

AquaticsLive a Little ...

Indoor Pools Martin Luther King, Jr Swim Center (MLK) 240-777-8060 1201 Jackson Road Silver Spring, MD 20904 Closed: 2/23-2/25 2018

Eunice Kennedy Shriver & Sargent Shriver Aquatic Center (KSAC) 240-777-8070 5900 Executive Boulevard N. Bethesda, MD 20852 Closed: 5/5-5/6 2018

Family Recreational Swims Recreational and Lap Swim Sessions are available daily at each pool. Patrons have the option of paying an admission for each entry, or purchasing a family, pair, senior, or individual Pool Pass. Groups of more than six people must contact the pool management for additional information.

Swimming Instruction Please check each pool’s listing for lesson schedule changes, due to facility conflicts. Lessons will be held on all other days the facility is open. Please register accordingly.

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Olney Indoor Swim Center (OSC) 240-777-4995 16605 Georgia Avenue Olney, MD 20832 Closed: 3/10-3/11 2018

Germantown Indoor Swim Center (GISC) 240-777-6830 18000 Central Park Circle Boyds, MD 20841 Closed: 2/9-2/10 2018 2/16-2/18 2018 3/23-3/25 2018

Rentals-Parties!

GISC, KSAC, OSC, and MLK have times available for rental by groups.

Party rooms are available for rent.

Contact the facility or montgomerycountymd.gov/rec for available times and fees.

Website Info Information about MCR pools is available online. For indoor swim centers this includes schedules for general pool use, swim lessons, safety training (lifeguard training), masters swim training, diving, water fitness classes, and swim team.

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!

Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org

Water Fitness Classes

Water Exercise, Deep Water Running, and Water Aerobics classes are offered at each indoor pool.

• Physician consultation is recommended prior to participation in any exercise program.

• MCR does not schedule make-up classes for inclement weather. Make-up passes are available from instructors. Withdrawal policies are listed on page 204.

• For more information, contact Linda Costello at 301-924-3488 or wellnet1@aol. com, or Teresa Shelton at 410-491-3000 or tsshelton100@yahoo.com.

Water Fitness Abs & Glutes & More

Ages 12 & Up: Shallow water aerobics class with high energy packed with power that will sculpt your abs, glutes, and more. Gloves are recommended and can be purchased at class.

10 Sessions Instructor: H2O Fitness 46733 MLK 11 Sessions Instructor: H2O Fitness 46734 MLK 46735 MLK 46736 KSAC 46737 KSAC

$65 3/19 M 10:00am-10:50am $72 3/21 3/22 3/20 3/22

W 10:00am-10:50am Th 8:30pm-9:20pm T 9:00am-9:50am Th 9:00am-9:50am

Aqua Cardio Challenge

Ages 12 & Up: This class offers a vigorous shallow water workout giving you the cardio challenge you want. It is a power packed class where you will build muscle, endurance and stamina.

10 Sessions Instructor: H2O Fitness 46739 MLK 11 Sessions Instructor: H2O Fitness 46738 MLK

$65 3/18 S $72

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8:30pm-9:20pm

Aquatics 240.777.6860

Aqua Cardio Dance

Ages 12 & Up: A Latin-based workout that integrates dance and exercise! Aqua Dance adds all of the benefits of aquatic exercise to these popular high-energy dance workouts.

5 Sessions $33 Instructor: Wellness Network 46920 OSC 3/18 11 Sessions $72 Instructor: H2O Fitness 46740 KSAC 3/23 46741 MLK 3/20 46742 MLK 3/22

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WATER FITNESS

• The program fee covers only the class and locker room use. If you wish to use the facility before or after class you must pay the admission fee.

• No swimming experience is required. For Deep Water Running must be comfortable in deep water.

• Men and women over 12 years old are welcome.

• Entrance to locker rooms is permitted 10 minutes prior to class.

• Physician release form is required if pregnant.

F 10:00am-10:50am T 9:30am-10:20am Th 9:30am-10:20am

Aqua Lite

Ages 12 & Up: This class is low intensity and low impact, and will improve joint flexibility, balance and coordination. For those with arthritis, or recovering from injury or surgery, this class will help reduce muscle weakness, pain and stiffness in the upper and lower body.

6 Sessions $39 Instructor: Wellness Network 46921 OSC 3/12 46922 OSC 3/14 46923 OSC 3/16 10 Sessions $65 Instructor: Wellness Network 46924 KSAC 3/19 11 Sessions $72 Instructor: Wellness Network 46925 KSAC 3/21

M 10:00am-10:50am W 10:00am-10:50am F 10:00am-10:50am M 11:00am-11:50am W 11:00am-11:50am

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Aqua Spin

WATER FITNESS

Ages 12 & Up: Patrons of all fitness levels can spin their wheels on a stationary bike in the water. This invigorating class combines the best of a cycle spinning class with a water exercise class. Some of these benefits include: high intensity workout using the water to cushion and protect the joints as well as facilitate high caloric burn, lean muscle building of upper and lower body, and cardio conditioning. Get ready to have fun! Aqua shoes are mandatory.

10 Sessions $80 Instructor: H2O Fitness 47929 MLK 3/19 46746 MLK 3/24 11 Sessions $88 Instructor: H2O Fitness 46744 MLK 3/20 46747 MLK 3/21 46743 MLK 3/22 47930 MLK 3/23 46765 MLK 3/23 46745 MLK 3/23

M 7:30am-8:20am Sa 7:00pm-7:50pm T 10:30am-11:20am W 7:30am-8:20am Th 10:30am-11:20am F 7:30am-8:20am F 9:00am-9:50am F 7:30pm-8:20pm

Aqua YO-Lates

Ages 12 & Up: Aqua Yo-Lates blends yoga and pilates exercises giving you the best of both worlds. The gentle movement sequences will improve range of motion and help strengthen the whole body.

11 Sessions Instructor: H2O Fitness 46748 MLK

$72 3/23 F 10:00am-10:50am

Deep Water Running

Ages 12 & Up: Ideal cardiovascular exercise with no weight bearing stress. Beneficial for crosstraining and/or rehabilitating persons requiring cushioning of deep water. Deep water belt is required and may be purchased at the pool $20.

6 Sessions $39 Instructor: Wellness Network 46934 OSC 3/12 46935 OSC 3/13 46936 OSC 3/13 46937 OSC 3/13 46943 OSC 3/14 46938 OSC 3/14 46939 OSC 3/15 46940 OSC 3/15 46941 OSC 3/15 46942 OSC 3/16 47907 OSC 3/17 10 Sessions $65 Instructor: H2O Fitness 46753 MLK 3/19 Instructor: Wellness Network 46929 GISC 3/19 46933 GISC 3/19 46959 GISC 3/24

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M 7:15pm-8:05pm T 8:30am-9:20am T 10:30am-11:20am T 8:15pm-9:05pm W 6:30am-7:20am W 7:15pm-8:05pm Th 9:00am-9:50am Th 11:00am-11:50am Th 8:15pm-9:05pm F 6:15pm-7:05pm Sa 9:00am-9:50am

11 Sessions $72 Instructor: H2O Fitness 46750 KSAC 3/20 46751 KSAC 3/22 46752 KSAC 3/23 46754 MLK 3/20 46755 MLK 3/20 46756 MLK 3/22 46757 MLK 3/22 46758 MLK 3/23 46759 MLK 3/21 Instructor: Wellness Network 46926 KSAC 3/20 46927 KSAC 3/22 46928 GISC 3/20 46930 GISC 3/21 46931 GISC 3/22 46932 GISC 3/23

T 10:00am-10:50am Th 10:00am-10:50am F 9:00am-9:50am T 7:30am-8:20am T 7:30pm-8:20pm Th 7:30am-8:20am Th 7:30pm-8:20pm F 11:00am-11:50am W 1:00pm-1:50pm T 7:45pm-8:35pm Th 7:30pm-8:20pm T 10:00am-10:50am W 10:30am-11:20am Th 9:30am-10:20am F 10:30am-11:20am

Hi/Lo Cardio Fusion

Ages 12 & Up: A unique class that gives you a cardio workout with a blend of yoga and pilates exercises infused into the workout.

11 Sessions Instructor: H2O Fitness 46760 KSAC

$72 3/23 F 11:30am-12:20pm

Water Aerobics

Ages 12 & Up: Fast-paced aerobics class done in shallow water. High intensity workout uses water to cushion feet, knees and back.

Emphasis on cardiovascular conditioning.

6 Sessions $39 Instructor: Wellness Network 46945 OSC 3/14 W 8:15pm-9:05pm 46949 OSC 3/12 M 8:15pm-9:05pm 46950 OSC 3/13 T 9:30am-10:20am 46951 OSC 3/13 T 7:15pm-8:05pm 46952 OSC 3/15 Th 10:00am-10:50am 46953 OSC 3/15 Th 7:15pm-8:05pm 10 Sessions $65 Instructor: Wellness Network 46944 GISC 3/19 M 9:30am-10:20am 46947 KSAC 3/19 M 10:00am-10:50am 11 Sessions $72 Instructor: Wellness Network 46946 GISC 3/22 Th 7:50pm-8:40pm 46948 KSAC 3/21 W 10:00am-10:50am

M 1:00pm-1:50pm M 10:30am-11:20am M 7:50pm-8:40pm Sa 9:30am-10:20am Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!

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Water Exercise

Ages 12 & Up: Multi-level aerobics class using water resistance to increase range of motion, strengthen muscles and improve cardiovascular fitness. It is not necessary to get your face wet.

M 9:00am-9:50am W 9:00am-9:50am F 9:00am-9:50am M 9:00am-9:50am M 8:30pm-9:20pm W 9:00am-9:50am T 11:30am-12:20pm W 8:30pm-9:20pm Th 11:30am-12:20pm W 9:30am-10:20am

Water Exercise - Adaptive

Ages 14 & Up: This course is designed for those individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. Participant will have the opportunity to enjoy exercise in the water. Workout includes using balls and noodles to encourage movement and exercise.

Emphasis is on fun and improving your cardiovascular conditioning.Participants MUST be accompanied in the water by a caregiver and in arms reach at all times.

10 Sessions $115 Instructor: H2O Fitness 46770 MLK 3/18 S 4:00pm-4:50pm 11 Sessions $127 Instructor: Wellness Network 47911 GISC 3/21 W 11:30pm-12:20pm

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AAU Developmental Group

Ages 6-17: This is an invitation only program designed to prepare athletes for AAU competition. Participants will train once a week in the water and once a week for dryland ( a separate fee). Divers will learn excellent basics on 1 meter and 3 meter. Participants must pay a $300 team fee each year and sign up for the email newsletter at www.montgomerydiveclub. org. Contact info@montgomerydiveclub.org to try out. $190 Instructor: Built By Beavers 47451 MLK 3/10 Sa 7:00pm-8:30pm

AAU National Team

DIVING

6 Sessions $39 Instructor: Wellness Network 46955 OSC 3/12 46956 OSC 3/14 46957 OSC 3/16 10 Sessions $65 Instructor: H2O Fitness 46763 MLK 3/19 46766 KSAC 3/19 11 Sessions $72 Instructor: H2O Fitness 46764 MLK 3/21 46767 KSAC 3/20 46768 KSAC 3/21 46769 KSAC 3/22 11 Sessions $72 Instructor: Wellness Network 46954 GISC 3/21

Diving

Ages 6-17: This is an invitation only program designed to prepare athletes for AAU and collegiate competition. Participants will train for and compete in AAU Diving meets around the area. Our goal will be to qualify for the AAU National Championships each summer.

All participants must pay a $300 team fee each year and sign up for the email newsletter at www.montgomerycountydiveclub.org. Contact info@montgomerydiveclub.org to try out. $675 Instructor: Built By Beavers 47875 KSAC 3/6 S,T, 8:45pm-9:30pm

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Diving National Team

Ages 6-17: This is an invitation only program designed to prepare athletes for USA DIVING and collegiate competition. This is a year round program focused on the highest levels of personal and team achievement. All participants must pay a $300 team fee each year and a quarterly fee. Sign up for the email newsletter at www.montgomerydiveclub. org. Contact AlexG@montgomerydiveclub.org (GISC) and WesM@montgomerydiveclub.org (KSAC) Instructor: Built By Beavers 3 Days Per Week $425 47458 KSAC 3/5 S-F 47459 GISC 3/5 S-F 4 Days Per Week $525 47460 GISC 3/5 S-F 47461 KSAC 3/5 S-F 5 Days Per Week $625 47463 GISC 3/5 S-F 47462 KSAC 3/5 S-F

3:30pm-6:30pm 3:30pm-6:30pm 3:30pm-6:30pm 3:30pm-6:30pm 3:30pm-6:30pm 3:30pm-6:30pm

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DIVING

Our new hours are: 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Monday-Friday For our Adminstrative Headquarters l ocated at: 4010 Randolph Road Silver Spring, MD 20902 240-777-6840

High School Diving

Ages 13-17: Our High School group is perfect for divers interested in trying out for their High School diving team, or who want to improve their performance at Metro, Regional, and State Championship Meets. Primary focus is on 1-meter springboard, but other equipment is used to build skills. All participants must pay a $15 Team fee and sign up for the email newsletter at www.montgomerydiveclub.org. $275 Instructor: Built By Beavers 47464 KSAC 3/5 47465 KSAC 3/8 47468 GISC 3/5 47467 GISC 3/7

M 8:00pm-9:30pm Th 8:00pm-9:30pm M 8:30pm-10:00pm W 8:30pm-10:00pm

Level 1: Human Springs

Ages 5-11: This 45 minute class is designed for absolute beginners, or kids who might like a shorter class format. Participants must be comfortable swimming in deep water and be able to dive in head-first. All SPRINGS participants must pay a $15 team fee per quarter and sign up for the email newsletter to stay informed at www.montgomerydiveclub.org.

Instructor: Built By Beavers $145 47480 GISC 3/5 47481 GISC 3/7 47477 GISC 3/8 47485 KSAC 3/5 47470 KSAC 3/5 47469 KSAC 3/6 47479 KSAC 3/7 47471 KSAC 3/7 47472 KSAC 3/9 47473 MLK 3/11 47476 MLK 3/11 47478 OSC 3/7

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M 4:30pm-5:15pm W 4:30pm-5:15pm Th 4:30pm-5:15pm M 4:15am-5:00am M 5:00pm-5:45pm T 4:15pm-5:00pm W 4:15pm-5:00pm W 5:00pm-5:45pm F 4:15pm-5:00pm S 10:30am-11:15am S 11:15am-12:00pm W 5:00pm-5:45pm

Level 2: Human Springs

Ages 8-17: This is where the majority of our divers sign up. These 90 minute classes are great for kids with some experience in summer diving, trampoline, gymnastics or dance. This class is appropriate for kids who cannot yet perform an inward dive or a 11/2.

All participants must pay a $15 Team fee per quarter and sign up for the email newsletter at www.montgomerycountydiveclub.org $275 Instructor: Built By Beavers 47522 GISC 3/5 47518 GISC 3/6 47525 GISC 3/7 47519 GISC 3/8 47526 GISC 3/9 47520 KSAC 3/6 47517 KSAC 3/8 47524 KSAC 3/9

M T W Th F T Th F

5:15pm-6:45pm 5:00pm-6:30pm 5:15pm-6:45pm 5:15pm-6:45pm 5:15pm-6:45pm 5:00pm-6:30pm 4:30pm-6:00pm 5:00pm-6:30pm

Level 2/3: Human Springs

Ages 8-18: This is a combined Level 2 and 3 class. These 90 minute classes are for kids with some experience in summer diving, trampoline, gymnastics, or dance. This class is appropriate for kids ages 8-18 who are interested in improving their diving skills. Divers will be offered the opportunity to learn skills on the 1mtr and 3mtr springboards as well as poolside. Divers must be comfortable jumping off the 1mtr springboard and swimming in deep water. all participants must pay a $15.00 team fee each quarter and sign up for the email newsletter to stay informed at www. montgomerydiveclub.org $275 Instructor: Built By Beavers 47483 KSAC 3/11 S 8:30am-10:00am 47482 MLK 3/11 S 9:00am-10:30am 47484 OSC 3/7 W 5:45pm-7:15pm

Level 3: Human Springs

Ages 8-17: These 90 minute classes are for kids with past diving experience from summer diving or Level 2. This class is appropriate for kids who can already perform an inward dive and a front 11/2. All participants must pay a $15.00 team fee per quarter and sign up for the email newsletter at www.montgomerydiveclub.org. $275 Instructor: Built By Beavers 47527 KSAC 3/5 47530 KSAC 3/6 47528 KSAC 3/7 47529 KSAC 3/8 47531 KSAC 3/9

M T W Th F

6:30pm-8:00pm 6:30pm-8:00pm 6:30pm-8:00pm 6:00pm-7:30pm 6:30pm-8:00pm

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Masters Diving

MASTERS

Ages 19 & Up: It’s never too late to learn to dive! For adults who want to see what it’s all about, or for former competitive divers who aren’t quite ready to hang up the speedo, we suggest you join Rusty Springs! All participants must pay a $15 Team fee and sign up for the email newsletter at ww.montgomerydiveclub. org $275 Instructor: Built By Beavers 47532 KSAC 3/5 M 8:00pm-9:30pm 47533 KSAC 3/8 Th 8:00pm-9:30pm

National Development Program (NDP)

Ages 6-11: This is an invitation only program. It is designed for young, highly talented athletes who aspire to compete at the highest levels in USA Diving competition. All participants must pay a $300 team fee each year and a quarterly fee. Sign up for the email newsletter at www. montgomerydiveclub.org. Contact AlexG@ montgomerydiveclub.org to try out. $400 Instructor: Built By Beavers 47537 KSAC 3/6 47538 GISC 3/6

Masters Swimming

Springs Diving Team Homeschool Edition

Ages 6-17: This class is appropriate for Level 2 and 3 divers who are homeschooled. All participants must pay a $15 team fee each quarter and sign up for the email newsletter at www.montgomerycountymd.org

Ages 18 & Up: Designed specifically for competitive swimming adults who seek a structured workout with a professional coach.

Local or national competition is available for those who wish to compete. Triathletes welcome. Swimmers need to be proficient in most strokes and advanced enough to circle swim a workout, with an eye toward entering US Masters Swimming competitions.

Training is offered at all indoor pools. For more information, contact Clay Britt at 301-996-7946 or clay@claybrittswimming.com.

$275 Instructor: Built By Beavers 47534 MLK 3/5 M 11:30am-1:00pm 47535 MLK 3/7 W 11:30am-1:00pm 47536 MLK 3/9 F 11:30am-1:00pm

42527 42529 42531 42532 42534

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M-F 4:15pm-8:15pm T,W,F 4:30pm-6:30pm

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1 day per week 2 days per week 3 days per week 4 days per week 5 days per week

$110 $165 $210 $250 $290

Fall/Winter/Spring Master's Swimming Schedule GISC KSAC M: 6:30am-7:30am Su: 8:00am-10:00am Tu: 8:30pm-10:00pm Tu: 8:30pm-10:00pm W: 6:30am-7:30am Th: 8:30pm-10:00pm Th: 8:30pm-10:00pm F: 8:30pm-9:30pm F: 6:30am-7:30am MLK M: 8:30pm-10:00pm W: 8:30pm-10:00pm

Aquatics 240.777.6860

12/25-4/14 12/25-4/14 12/25-4/14 12/25-4/14 12/25-4/14

OSC Tu: 8:30pm-10:00pm Th: 8:30pm-10:00pm Sa: 7:30am-9:00am

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Developmental Spring Tune Up

Ages 5-18: The Montgomery Stroke and Turn Clinic has served the Montgomery County swimming community for over 22 years.

MSTC is designed for swimmers who wish to improve their ability to swim the four competitive strokes, learn correct starts and turns, gain strength, and have fun. This is not a training program. Rather, coaches will work on proper stroke mechanics and techniques with swimmers to better prepare them for the upcoming summer season. Swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards/meters without stopping.

5 Sessions $100 Instructor: Montgomery Stroke And Turn Clinic 39453 MLK 4/21 Sa 4:00pm-5:00pm

SwiMontgomery

Ages 5-13: A developmental program for those who have an interest in competitive swimming and want to build a foundation of related skills.

Swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards/ meters without stopping.

18 Sessions $250 Instructor: Montgomery Stroke And Turn Clinic 45715 MLK 3/5 M,W 7:30pm-8:15pm 45716 OSC 2/19 M,W 7:15pm-8:00pm 45717 GISC 3/20 T,Th 7:45pm-8:30pm 45718 KSAC 3/20 T,Th 7:45pm-8:30pm

Scuba

Ages 14 & Up: Scuba training includes lectures and swimming pool sessions covering safe snorkeling and SCUBA diving techniques.

Lectures and use of all SCUBA equipment is included in the course fee, which include SCUBA tanks, Air, Regulators, and Buoyancy Compensators.Personal equipment (mask, snorkel, fins, fin boots, and weight belt) must be provided by each student by the second class and will be described at the first lecture.

Please bring a swim suit and towel to the first and all subsequent sessions. A mandatory swim evaluation will be conducted at the first class where comfort in the water must be demonstrated. Successful completion of the course, written evaluation, and required “open water certification dives� will earn the student a BASIC SCUBA Diver certification card. Additional fees apply and will be discussed at the first class session. Please contact Scott Hagedorn at 240372-9691 or Training@scubaadventure.org. or Joe Lodmell at 301-873-4327 or diveeatsleep@ yahoo.com.

8 Sessions $265 Instructor: Joseph M. Lodmell 46961 MLK 4/4 W 7:30pm-10:00pm Instructor: Scott Hagedorn 42752 GISC 4/17 T 7:00pm-10:00pm

Spring/Summer 2018 Tryouts Swimmers new to the program must attend a tryout. Please visit the team website for additional details.

Group placement is specific to the site. Participants only need to attend 1 date. Pre-Registration is required.

Session Dates: Spring Only: April 9 - May 25 | Spring/Summer: April 9 - August 27 Germantown ISC

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center

MLK Swim Center

Olney Swim Center

Tuesday, April 3, 2018 13-18yrs - 3:45pm 9-12yrs - TBD 8 & Under - 6:15pm

Tuesday, April 3, 2018 13-18yrs - 3:45pm 9-12yrs - 5:00pm 8 & Under - 6:15pm

Tuesday, April 3, 2018 13-18yrs - 3:45pm 9-12yrs - 5:00pm 8 & Under - 6:15pm

Tuesday, April 3, 2018 13-18yrs - 3:45pm 9-12yrs - 5:00pm 8 & Under - 6:15pm

Note: Tryout is based on your age as of May 4, 2018. Please arrive on time for all tryouts.

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Lifeguard Training

Germantown Indoor Swim Center Session

Date

Begins

End

LGT 3: Course 40368

Feb/Mar 2018

LGT 4: Course 40369 MCPS Spring Break

March 2018

Pre-Course Friday, Feb 23 Session 1 Sunday, Feb 25 Session 2 Sunday, Feb 25 Session 3 Wednesday, Feb 28 Session 4 Sunday, March 4 Session 5 Sunday March 4 Session 6 Wednesday, March 7 Session 7 Sunday, March 11 Session 8 Sunday, March 11 Session 9 Wednesday, March 14 Session 10 Friday, March 30

Pre-Course Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6 Session 7 Session 8 Session 9 Session 10

Sunday, March 18 Monday, March 26 Monday, March 26 Tuesday, March 27 Tuesday, March 27 Wednesday, March 28 Wednesday, March 28 Thursday, March 29 Thursday, March 29 Friday, March 30 Wednesday, April 4

LGT5: Course 40370 Pre-Course Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6 Session 7 Session 8 Session 9 Session 10

Friday, April 6 Sunday, April 8 Sunday, April 8 Wednesday, April 11 Sunday, April 15 Sunday, April 15 Wednesday, April 18 Sunday, April 22 Sunday, April 22 Wednesday, April 25 Sunday, April 29

Aquatics 240.777.6860

7:15pm 9:30am 1:00pm 6:30pm 9:30am 1:00pm 6:30pm 9:30am 1:00pm 6:30pm 2:00pm

9:30am 2:00pm 6:00pm 2:00pm 6:00pm 2:00pm 6:00pm 2:00pm 6:00pm 2:00pm 6:30pm

April 2018 7:15pm 9:30am 1:00pm 6:30pm 9:30am 1:00pm 6:30pm 9:30am 1:00pm 6:30pm 9:30am

9:30pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 9:30pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 9:30pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 9:30pm 5:00pm

12:30pm 5:00pm 9:00pm 5:00pm 9:00pm 5:00pm 9:00pm 5:00pm 9:00pm 5:00pm 9:30pm 9:30pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 9:30pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 9:30pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 9:30pm 12:30pm

Session

Date

LGT6: Course 40371 Pre-Course Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 Session 5 Session 6 Session 7 Session 8 Session 9 Session 10

Friday, June 15 Sunday, June 17 Sunday, June 17 Monday, June 18 Monday, June 18 Tuesday, June 19 Tuesday, June 19 Wednesday, June 20 Wednesday, June 20 Thursday, June 21 Friday, June 22

Begins

June 2018 7:00pm 9:30am 1:00pm 2:00pm 6:00pm 2:00pm 6:00pm 2:00pm 6:00pm 6:00pm 6:00pm

End 9:30pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 5:00pm 9:00pm 5:00pm 9:00pm 5:00pm 9:00pm 9:00pm 9:00pm

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LIFEGUARD TR AINING

MCR-Aquatics offers American Red Cross courses for potential Aquatics professionals. Participants must meet all prerequisites and attend all sessions. Call the facility for further information.

This course will train you to be certified in American Red Cross Lifeguarding, First Aid and CPR/AED for Professional Rescuer. Certifications are valid for 2 years. Attendance is required at ALL sessions in order to be certified. Students MUST be 15 years old by the last day of the course. Proof of age is required at the first class. This course includes a pre-course check. The first date listed for every Lifeguard Training course is a pre-course. You MUST pass the pre-course to continue. The pre-course consists of 3 parts.

1. 300 meter swim (front crawl or breaststroke).

2. Tread water for 2 minutes using only the legs.

3. Swim 20 yards (free or breast), surface dive to 7-10 feet, retrieve a 10-pound object, return to the surface and swim 20 yards on your back to starting position and exit the water on your own in under 1 min 40 seconds.

Enrollment in course does not guarantee certification. Students must pass written and physical exams.

Cost of the course is $205.

Part-time temporary work is available at our indoor pools for Lifeguards, Instructors, Cashiers and Swim Coaches.

Training and certification is available. For more infor­mation, contact a facility super­visor at the indoor pool nearest you, or call the Aquatics Office at 240-777-6860.

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Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center

MLK Swim Center

Session

Session

Date

Begins

End

LIFEGUARD TR AINING

LGT 4: Course 40335 MCPS Spring Break

March 2018

Pre-Course Friday, Mar. 23 Session 1 Saturday, Mar. 24 Session 2 Saturday, Mar. 24 Session 3 Monday, Mar. 26 Session 4 Monday. Mar. 26 Session 5 Wednesday, Mar. 28 Session 6 Wednesday, Mar. 28 Session 7 Thursday, Mar. 29 Session 8 Thursday, Mar. 29 Session 9 Friday, Mar. 30

7:00pm 8:00am 1:00pm 8:00am 1:00pm 8:00am 1:00pm 8:00am 1:00pm 8:00am

LGT 5: Course 40336 MCPS Spring Break

March 2018

Pre-Course Friday, Mar. 23 Session 1 Sunday, Mar. 25 Session 2 Sunday, Mar. 25 Session 3 Monday, Mar. 26 Session 4 Tuesday, Mar. 27 Session 5 Wednesday, Mar. 28 Session 6 Thursday, Mar. 29 Session 7 Saturday, Mar. 31

7:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 4:30pm 4:30pm 4:30pm 4:30pm 4:30pm

LGT 6: Course 40337

Apr/May 2018

Pre-Course Friday, Apr. 13 Session 1 Sunday, Apr. 15 Session 2 Sunday. Apr. 15 Session 3 Wednesday, Apr. 18 Session 4 Sunday, Apr. 22 Session 5 Sunday, Apr. 22 Session 6 Wednesday, Apr. 25 Session 7 Sunday, Apr. 29 Session 8 Sunday, Apr. 29 Session 9 Wednesday, May 2

LGT 7: Course 40338

Pre-Course Friday, June 15 Session 1 Sunday, June 17 Session 2 Sunday, June 17 Session 3 Monday, June 18 Session 4 Monday, June 18 Session 5 Wednesday, June 20 Session 6 Wednesday, June 20 Session 7 Friday, June 22 Session 8 Friday, June 22 Session 9 Saturday, June 23

7:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 6:30pm 9:00am 1:00pm 6:30pm 9:00am 1:00pm 6:30pm

June 2018 7:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am

9:00pm 12:00pm 4:00pm 12:00pm 4:00pm 12:00pm 4:00pm 12:00pm 4:00pm 12:00pm

9:00pm 12:00pm 5:00pm 9:30pm 9:30pm 9:30pm 9:30pm 9:30pm 9:00pm 12:00pm 5:00pm 9:30pm 12:00pm 5:00pm 9:30pm 12:00pm 5:00pm 9:30pm 9:00pm 12:00pm 5:00pm 12:00pm 5:00pm 12:00pm 5:00pm 12:00pm 5:00pm 12:00pm

Date

LGT 4: Course 40432 MCPS Spring Break

Begins

March 2018

Pre-course Monday, Mar 19 Session 1 Thursday, Mar 22 Session 2 Monday, Mar 26 Session 3 Monday, Mar 26 Session 4 Tuesday, Mar 27 Session 5 Tuesday, Mar 27 Session 6 Wednesday, Mar 28 Session 7 Wednesday, Mar 28 Session 8 Thursday, Mar 29 Session 9 Thursday, Mar 29

7:00pm 6:30pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm

LGT 5: Course 40433

April 2018

LGT 6: Course 40434

June 2018

Pre-course Monday, Apr 2 Session 1 Saturday, Apr 7 Session 2 Saturday, Apr 7 Session 3 Monday, Apr 9 Session 4 Thursday, Apr 12 Session 5 Saturday, Apr 14 Session 6 Saturday, Apr 14 Session 7 Monday, Apr 16 Session 8 Saturday, Apr 21 Session 9 Saturday, Apr 21 Pre-course Monday, Jun 4 Session 1 Saturday, Jun 9 Session 2 Saturday, Jun 9 Session 3 Monday, Jun 11 Session 4 Thursday, Jun 14 Session 5 Saturday, Jun 16 Session 6 Saturday, Jun 16 Session 7 Monday, Jun 18 Session 8 Thursday, Jun 21 Session 9 Saturday, Jun 23

End

7:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 6:30pm 6:30pm 9:00am 1:00pm 6:30pm 9:00am 1:00pm 7:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 6:30pm 6:30pm 9:00am 1:00pm 6:30pm 6:30pm 9:00am

9:30pm 10:00pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 9:30pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 10:00pm 10:00pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 10:00pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 9:30pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 10:00pm 10:00pm 12:30pm 4:00pm 10:00pm 10:00pm 12:30pm

BE A HERO! OUR LIFEGUARDING CLASSES OFFER THE TRAINING YOU NEED TO BECOME A RED CROSS CERTIFIED LIFEGUARD.

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Pool Operator Course All prices, dates, times and locations are current as of the time the Guide goes to press.

They are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Lifeguard Training Accelerated This class only meets for 3 days. Class meets all day from 9am - 7pm.

Olney Swim Center Session

Date

LGT 4: Course 40424

Pre-course Saturday, Feb.24 Session 1 Wednesday, Feb.28 Session 2 Friday, Mar. 2 Session 3 Saturday, Mar. 3 Session 4 Saturday, Mar. 3 Session 5 Sunday, Mar. 4 Session 6 Sunday, Mar. 4 Session 7 Wednesday, Mar 7 Session 8 Wednesday, Mar 14 Session 9 Friday, Mar. 16 Session 10 Saturday, Mar. 17

LGT 5: Course 40425

MCPS Spring Break Pre-course Sunday, Mar. 18 Session 1 Friday, Mar 23 Session 2 Saturday, Mar 24 Session 3 Saturday, Mar 24 Session 4 Sunday, Mar 25 Session 5 Sunday, Mar. 25 Session 6 Monday, Mar 26 Session 7 Monday, Mar 26 Session 8 Tuesday, Mar 27 Session 9 Tuesday, Mar 27 Session 10 Wednesday, Mar 28

LGT 6: Course 40426

Pre-course Saturday, Apr. 7 Session 1 Sunday, Apr 8 Session 2 Sunday, Apr 8 Session 3 Wednesday, Apr 11 Session 4 Saturday, Apr. 14 Session 5 Saturday, Apr. 14 Session 6 Sunday, Apr. 15 Session 7 Sunday, Apr. 15 Session 8 Wednesday, Apr 18 Session 9 Saturday, Apr. 21 Session 10 Saturday, Apr. 21

Aquatics 240.777.6860

Begins

End

Feb/March 2018 3:30pm 6:30pm 6:30pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 6:30pm 6:30pm 6:30pm 9:00am

5:30pm 10:00pm 10:00pm 12:30pm 5:00pm 12:30pm 5:00pm 10:00pm 10:00pm 10:00pm 3:00pm

March 2018 1:30pm 6:30pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am

Apr 2018 3:30pm 9:00am 1:00pm 6:30pm 9:00am 1:00pm 9:00am 1:00pm 6:30pm 9:00am 1:00pm

3:30pm 10:00pm 12:30pm 5:00pm 12:30pm 5:00pm 12:30pm 5:00pm 12:30pm 5:00pm 3:00pm 5:30pm 12:30pm 5:00pm 10:00pm 12:30pm 5:00pm 12:30pm 5:00pm 10:00pm 12:30pm 5:00pm

$225 Instructor: Aquatic Training and Consulting Services

MLK Swim Center Session

Date

Begins

LGT 1: Course 40256

May 2018

LGT 2: Course 40257

May 2018

LGT 3: Course 40258

May 2018

LGT 4: Course 40259

June 2018

Session 1 Tuesday, May 15 Session 2 Wednesday, May 16 Session 3 Thursday, May 17 Session 1 Tuesday, May 22 Session 2 Wednesday, May 23 Session 3 Thursday, May 24 Session 1 Tuesday, May 29 Session 2 Wednesday, May 30 Session 3 Thursday, May 31 Session 1 Tuesday, June 5 Session 2 Wednesday, June 6 Session 3 Thursday, June 7

9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am

Ends 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm

Upper County Outdoor Pool Session

Date

LGT 1: Course 40260

Session 1 Tuesday, June 19 Session 2 Wednesday, June 20 Session 3 Thursday, June 21

Begins

June 2018 9:00am 9:00am 9:00am

LIFEGUARD TR AINING

This course will prepare the student to take the Montgomery County Pool Operators test.

Students must be at least 17 years of age.

The student must attend all classes. Note: the student must apply to the Department of Health and Human Services for the County Pool Operators License. Pool Operator Review Course is also available. Please visit www.aquatictrainingservice.com for more information.

Ends 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm

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Montgomery County Recreation

Lifeguard Training Review

Session

LIFEGUARD TR AINING

LGT 5: Course 40266

May 2018

LGT 6: Course 40267

May 2018

LGT 7: Course 40268

May 2018

LGT 8: Course 40269

June 2018

Session 1 Friday, May 25

Session 1 Saturday, June 16

Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center Begins

Ends

LGT 2: Course 40263

March 2018

LGT 3: Course 40264

March 2018

LGT 4: Course 40265

April 2018

Session 1 Saturday, March 3 Session 1 Saturday, March 31 Session 1 Saturday, April 14

9:00am 9:00am 9:00am

7:00pm 7:00pm

9:00am 9:00am

Session 1 Saturday, May 26

$165 Instructor: Aquatic Training and Consulting Services

Date

Begins

Session 1 Saturday, May 12

Ages 15 & Up: Students looking to renew their lifeguard certification are eligible to do a review class provided that their certification is still current or recently expired. Students will receive their e-cert directly from the Red Cross usually within seven days of the class completion.

Session

Date

9:00am 9:00am

Ends 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm 7:00pm

"Montgomery Recreation has so many things to choose from.

Wish we had time to do more."

-Jennifer C.

7:00pm

Water Safety Day Open to the community

Event Time: 4-7 p.m.

4-5 p.m. for swimmers with disabilities 5-7 p.m. inclusive for all ages and abilities

Sgt. Hector I. Ayala Wheaton/Glenmont Outdoor PooL • Learn swim safety skills, • Swim with a police officer, • Scuba demo • And more!

12621 Dalewood Drive, Wheaton, MD 20906

FREE Event Saturday,

June 2 2018

(301) 929-5460

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Swim Lessons Indoor courses meet for six 30-minute sessions. Fees range from $58 to $67 depending on the level and the number of participants. Non-County residents are charged an additional $15 fee.

Indoor Swim Lesson Registration will begin

February 12 at for6:30am Residents

February 13 at 6:30am

for Non-Residents Registrations will not be processed before this time.

Please note the following: Parents: in order to assist us in offering a quality program for your child, we ask that you do not remain at the class unless it is otherwise stated in the description. Experience has shown that children are easily distracted.

Observation is allowed from designated areas only. At some facilities, clear observation may not be possible.

Observation at the MLK pool is not possible.

The fee covers only the lessons and no other use of the facility.

Participants may enter the locker rooms ten minutes before the start of class.

Lesson questions should be directed to the facility where you wish to enroll.

At each level of swim instruction, various skills will be taught. For a detailed list of specific skills, please inquire at the pool where you will be taking lessons.

Please check each pool's listings for lesson schedule changes, due to facility conflicts. Lessons will be held on all other days the facility is open.

Aquatics 240.777.6860

By choosing the appropriate level, the student will be more likely to succeed. Read the course description carefully and select the level for which the student has mastered all the prerequisite skills. Review the Guidelines for Placement in Swim Classes on the following page.

If unsure of students level or ability evaluations are available at each indoor facility. Swim lesson evaluations are available at each indoor facility one hour after the last lesson every Saturday and Sunday. All other times are by appointment.

Registrations will not be accepted after the first lesson.

There are no transfers. If you have enrolled in the incorrect level, you will be withdrawn and withdrawl fees will apply.

There are no makeups or refunds due to weather related closings/delays.

Ways to Register for Swim Lessons ActiveMONTGOMERY.org Online registration at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org.

Internet users must pay their account in full. Online registration is recommended.

Registrations can be processed at any of our pools. Walk in at

Aquatic Facilities

Registrations can be processed at any of our pools.

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Guidelines for Placement in Swim Classes Waterbabies (Ages 6 mo-18 mo) Aquatots (Ages 18 mo-3yr) Pre-School (Ages 3yr-5yr) Parent-Assisted Lessons

Class Requirements: On the first day of class, students must be able to: have one adult participant per child and wear swim diapers or tight-fitting waterproof pants under their suit, if not potty-trained

Class Objectives: Parent-assisted water orientation classes. Children will learn basic water adjustment skills and begin to master simple swimming skills (submerging, floating, kicking and arm stroking). Parents will gain the knowledge and skills to work comfortably with their child in the water.

Beginner (Ages 4-6) Youth (Ages 7-13) Adult (Ages 14+) Level 1

Class Requirements: On the first day of class, students must be able to: function well in a group setting without parents since parents do not accompany children.

Class Objectives: Students who need to learn water adjustment skills.

Students will be introduced to water entry, front and back floating, kicking, bobbing, blowing bubbles and arm strokes.

Beginner (Ages 4-6) Youth (Ages 7-13) Adult (Ages 14+) Level 2

Class Requirements: On the first day of class, students must be able to: enter water, front and back float without support, kick, blow bubbles and arm strokes. Parents do not accompany children.

Class Objectives: Students who are already water adjusted. Students must be able to submerge for three seconds and float on their front and back without support. Students will be introduced to basic swimming skills: front and back glides, kicking, arm strokes on front and back, and rhythmic breathing.

Beginner (Ages 4-6) Youth (Ages 7-13) Adult (Ages 14+) Level 3

Class Requirements: On the first day of class, students must be able to: use basic swimming skills: front and back glides, kicking, arm strokes on front and back, and rhythmic breathing.

Parents do not accompany children.

Class Objectives: Students who can already swim a combined stroke on the front and back, using a kick and arm stroke for a minimum of five yards. Students will be introduced to back crawl, elementary backstroke kick, treading water and rhythmic breathing. Students will also work on improving their front crawl.

Beginner (Ages 4-6) Youth (Ages 7-13) Adult (Ages 14+) Level 4

Class Requirements: On the first day of class, students must be able to: swim a coordinated front crawl for 15 yards and swim back crawl for 5 yards. Students should be comfortable in deep water.

Class Objectives: Students who can already swim a coordinated front crawl for 15 yards (across the width of the pool), back crawl for 5 yards, and are comfortable in deep water.

Students will be introduced to elementary backstroke and breaststroke. Students will also work on perfecting their front crawl, back crawl and treading water.

Youth (Ages 7-13) Adult (Ages 14+) Level 5

Class Requirements: On the first day of class, students must be able to: demonstrate a proficient front crawl (freestyle), backstroke, and be comfortable in deep water.

Class Objectives: Students who can swim 1 pool length of front and back crawl, tread water, and dive into and swim in deep water. Students will be introduced to sidestroke and fine tune breaststroke. Students will also work on refining all previous strokes.

Youth (Ages 7-13) Adult (Ages 14+) Level 6

Class Requirements: On the first day of class, students must: have achieved a proficient level in all previous strokes (front crawl, back crawl and breaststroke).

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Class Objectives: Students who can swim 2 pool lengths of front and back crawl and 15 yards of breaststroke in good form.

Students will be introduced to turns, dolphin kick and surface dives. Students will also work on endurance, sidestroke and refining all other strokes.

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Aquatots

Ages 6m-18m: Basic water adjustment skills are taught. Infants/children who are not toilet trained MUST wear a swim diaper and separate rubber/vinyl pants. An adult must accompany EACH student in the water. Courses meet for six (6) 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 10 students.

Ages 18m-3 years: Basic water adjustment skills and simple water skills are taught. Infants/ children who are not toilet trained MUST wear a swim diaper and separate rubber/vinyl pants.

An adult must accompany EACH student in the water. Courses meet for six (6) 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 10 students.

6Â Sessions

6Â Sessions

$58

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47508 47509 47510 47511 47512 47513

3/10 3/10 3/4 5/5 5/5 4/29

Sa Sa S Sa Sa S

9:45am-10:15am 10:25am-10:55am 9:45am-10:15am 9:45am-10:15am 10:25am-10:55am 9:45am-10:15am

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 46988 46989 46990 46991 46992 46993 46994 46995 46996 46997 46998 46999

2/26 2/27 3/3 3/3 3/4 3/4 4/16 4/17 4/21 4/21 4/22 4/22

M T Sa Sa S S M T Sa Sa S S

9:30am-10:00am 10:00am-10:30am 10:20am-10:50am 11:40am-12:10pm 9:40am-10:10am 11:40am-12:10pm 9:30am-10:00am 10:00am-10:30am 10:20am-10:50am 11:40am-12:10pm 9:40am-10:10am 11:40am-12:10pm

MLK Swim Center 47375 47377 47376

2/17 4/9 4/14

Sa M Sa

10:15am-10:45am 5:30pm-6:00pm 10:15am-10:45am

Olney Swim Center 46869 46870 46871

2/24 2/25 2/27

Sa S T

10:30am-11:00am 10:30am-11:00am 5:20pm-5:50pm

Reminder In parent assisted classes: only one adult may be in the pool with a child.

Observation is not allowed on deck for an additional adult.

Aquatics 240.777.6860

$58

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47488 47489 47490 47491 47492 47493 47494 47495 47496 47497

3/10 3/10 3/4 3/4 2/28 5/5 5/5 4/29 4/29 4/25

Sa Sa S S W Sa Sa S S W

11:45am-12:15pm 12:25pm-12:55pm 11:05am-11:35am 12:25pm-12:55pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 11:45am-12:15pm 12:25pm-12:55pm 11:05am-11:35am 12:25pm-12:55pm 6:10pm-6:40pm

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47000 47001 47002 47003 47004 47005 47006 47007 47008 47009 47010 47011 47012 47013 47014 47015

2/27 2/28 3/1 3/1 3/3 3/3 3/4 3/4 4/17 4/18 4/19 4/19 4/21 4/21 4/22 4/22

T W Th Th Sa Sa S S T W Th Th Sa Sa S S

9:30am-10:00am 6:10pm-6:40pm 10:00am-10:30am 5:30pm-6:00pm 9:00am-9:30am 12:20pm-12:50pm 9:00am-9:30am 11:00am-11:30am 9:30am-10:00am 6:10pm-6:40pm 10:00am-10:30am 5:30pm-6:00pm 9:00am-9:30am 12:20pm-12:50pm 9:00am-9:30am 11:00am-11:30am

SWIM LESSONS

Waterbabies

MLK Swim Center 47283 47284 47285 47286 47291 47292 47287 47288 47289 47290

2/17 2/18 2/18 2/21 4/9 4/11 4/14 4/15 4/15 4/15

Sa S S W M W Sa S S S

1:00pm-1:30pm 10:00am-10:30am 11:20am-11:50am 5:30pm-6:00pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 10:00am-10:30am 11:20am-11:50am 12:00pm-12:30pm

Olney Swim Center 46801 46802 46803 46804 46805 46806 46807

2/24 2/24 2/25 2/25 2/25 2/27 2/28

Sa Sa S S S T W

9:50am-10:20am 1:10am-1:40pm 9:50am-10:20am 8:30am-9:00am 11:10am-11:40am 6:00pm-6:30pm 6:20pm-6:50pm

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Pre-School

Olney Swim Center

SWIM LESSONS

Ages 3-5: Basic water adjustment continues, but simple water skills are now emphasized.

Infants/children who are not toilet trained MUST wear a swim diaper and separate rubber/ vinyl pants. An adult must accompany EACH student in the water. Courses meet for six (6) 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 10 students.

6 Sessions

$58

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47498 47499 47500 47501 47502 47503 47505 47506 47507

3/10 3/10 3/4 3/4 2/28 5/5 4/29 4/29 4/25

Sa Sa S S W Sa S S W

11:05am-11:35am 1:05pm-1:35pm 10:25am-10:55am 11:45am-12:15pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 11:05am-11:35am 11:45am-12:15pm 10:25am-10:55am 5:30pm-6:00pm

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47016 47017 47018 47019 47020 47021 47022 47023 47024 47025 47026 47027 47028 47029 47030 47031

2/27 2/27 2/27 3/1 3/3 3/3 3/4 3/4 4/17 4/17 4/17 4/19 4/21 4/21 4/22 4/22

T T T Th Sa Sa S S T T T Th Sa Sa S S

10:30am-11:00am 3:30pm-4:00pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 9:30am-10:00am 11:00am-11:30am 1:00pm-1:30pm 10:20am-10:50am 1:00pm-1:30pm 10:30am-11:00am 3:30pm-4:00pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 9:30am-10:00am 11:00am-11:30am 1:00pm-1:30pm 10:20am-10:50am 1:00pm-1:30pm

Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center 47366 47367 47368 47369 47370 47371 47372 47373 47374 47437

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2/17 2/18 2/19 2/19 2/21 4/14 4/15 4/9 4/11 4/14

Sa S M M W Sa S M W Sa

11:40am-12:10pm 12:00pm-12:30pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 11:40am-12:10pm 10:40am-11:10am 6:10pm-6:40pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 11:00am-11:30am

46860 46861 46862 46863 46864 46865 46866 46867 46868

2/24 2/24 2/24 2/25 2/25 2/26 2/27 2/28 3/1

Sa Sa Sa S S M T W Th

9:10am-9:40am 11:10am-11:40am 12:30pm-1:00pm 9:10am-9:40am 8:30am-9:00am 6:20pm-6:50pm 6:40pm-7:10pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 6:00pm-6:30pm

Beginner 1 Ages 4-6: Parents DO NOT accompany children.

This class is for students who need to learn basic water adjustment skills. Courses meet for six (6) 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 5 students.

6 Sessions

$67

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47570 47571 47572 47573 47574 47606 47607 47609 47614 47616 47617 47618 47619 47620 47621 47622 47623 47624 47625 47626 47628 47629 47630 47631 47632 47633 47634 47635 47637

3/10 3/10 3/10 3/10 3/4 3/4 3/4 3/4 3/6 3/6 3/6 4/3 4/3 4/3 2/26 2/28 5/5 5/5 5/5 5/5 4/29 4/29 4/29 4/29 5/1 5/1 5/1 4/25 4/23

Sa Sa Sa Sa S S S S T,Th T,Th T,Th T,Th T,Th T,Th M W Sa Sa Sa Sa S S S S T,Th T,Th T,Th W M

9:45am-10:15am 10:25am-10:55am 11:05am-11:35am 1:05pm-1:35pm 9:45am-10:15am 10:25am-10:55am 11:05am-11:35am 12:25pm-12:55pm 5:00pm-5:30pm 5:00pm-5:30pm 6:20pm-6:50pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 6:20pm-6:50pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 9:45am-10:15am 10:25am-10:55am 11:05am-11:35am 11:45am-12:15pm 10:25am-10:55am 11:05am-11:35am 11:45am-12:15pm 12:25pm-12:55pm 5:00pm-5:30pm 5:00pm-5:30pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 5:30pm-6:00pm

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Olney Swim Center

47032 47033 47034 47035 47036 47037 47038 47039 47040 47041 47042 47043 47044 47045 47046 47047 47048 47049 47050 47051 47052 47053 47054 47055 47056 47057 47058 47059

46808 46809 46810 46811 46812 46813 46814 46815 46816 46817 46818 46819 46820 46821 46822 46823 46824 46825 46826 46827 46828

2/26 2/26 2/27 2/27 3/1 3/1 3/1 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/4 3/4 3/4 3/4 4/16 4/16 4/17 4/17 4/19 4/19 4/19 4/21 4/21 4/21 4/22 4/22 4/22 4/22

M M T T Th Th Th Sa Sa Sa S S S S M M T T Th Th Th Sa Sa Sa S S S S

10:00am-10:30am 6:10pm-6:40pm 4:50pm-5:20pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 10:30am-11:00am 3:30pm-4:00pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 9:40am-10:10am 10:20am-10:50am 1:00pm-1:30pm 9:00am-9:30am 10:20am-10:50am 12:20pm-12:50pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 10:00am-10:30am 6:10pm-6:40pm 4:50pm-5:20pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 10:30am-11:00am 3:30pm-4:00pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 9:40am-10:10am 10:20am-10:50am 1:00pm-1:30pm 9:00am-9:30am 10:20am-10:50am 12:20pm-12:50pm 1:00pm-1:30pm

Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center 47293 47294 47295 47296 47297 47298 47299 47300 47301 47302 47318 47319 47312 47303 47304 47305 47306 47307 47308 47309 47310 47311 47313 47314 47315 47316 47317 47320

2/17 2/17 2/17 2/18 2/18 2/18 2/19 2/19 2/20 2/21 2/22 2/22 4/9 4/14 4/14 4/14 4/14 4/14 4/15 4/15 4/15 4/15 4/10 4/11 4/11 4/11 4/10 4/12

Sa Sa Sa S S S M M T W Th Th M Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa S S S S T W W W T Th

Aquatics 240.777.6860

2/24 2/24 2/24 2/24 2/24 2/24 2/24 2/24 2/25 2/25 2/25 2/25 2/26 2/27 2/27 2/26 2/28 2/28 2/28 3/1 3/1

Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa S S S S M T T M W W W Th Th

9:10am-9:40am 9:50am-10:20am 10:30am-11:00am 11:10am-11:40am 11:50am-12:20pm 12:30pm-1:00pm 1:10pm-1:40pm 1:10pm-1:40pm 9:10am-9:40am 9:50am-10:20am 10:30am-11:00am 11:10am-11:40am 5:40pm-6:10pm 6:00pm-6:30pm 5:20pm-5:50pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 6:20pm-6:50pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 6:00pm-6:30pm 6:40pm-7:10pm

SWIM LESSONS

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center

10:15am-10:45am 11:00am-11:30am 12:20pm-12:50pm 10:00am-10:30am 10:40am-11:10am 12:00pm-12:30pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 9:30am-10:00am 10:15am-10:45am 11:40am-12:10pm 12:20pm-12:50pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 10:00am-10:30am 10:40am-11:10am 11:20am-11:50am 12:00pm-12:30pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 5:30pm-6:00pm

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Montgomery County Recreation

Beginner 2

SWIM LESSONS

Ages 4-6: Parents DO NOT accompany children.

This class is for students who are already water adjusted. Students must be able to submerge for 3 seconds and float on their front and back without support. Courses meet for six (6) 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 6 students.

6Â Sessions

$65

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47636 47638 47639 47640 47641 47642 47643 47644 47645 47646 47647 47648 47649 47650 47651 47652 47662 47663 47664 47666 47668 47671 47672 47673 47674 47675 47676 47677 47679 47670

3/10 3/10 3/10 3/10 3/10 3/4 3/4 3/4 3/4 3/6 3/6 3/6 4/3 4/3 4/3 2/26 2/28 5/5 5/5 5/5 5/5 4/29 4/29 4/29 5/1 5/1 5/1 4/23 4/25 4/29

Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa S S S S T,Th T,Th T,Th T,Th T,Th T,Th M W Sa Sa Sa Sa S S S T,Th T,Th T,Th M W S

9:45am-10:15am 10:25am-10:55am 11:05am-11:35am 11:45am-12:15pm 1:05pm-1:35pm 9:45am-10:15am 10:25am-10:55am 11:45am-12:15pm 12:25pm-12:55pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 6:20pm-6:50pm 5:00pm-5:30pm 5:00pm-5:30pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 9:45am-10:15am 10:25am-10:55am 11:05am-11:35am 11:45am-12:15pm 10:25am-10:55am 11:05am-11:35am 12:25pm-12:55pm 5:00pm-5:30pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 9:45am-10:15am

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47060 47061 47062 47063 47064 47065 47066 47067 47068 47069 47070 47071 47072 47073

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2/26 2/27 2/28 3/1 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/3 3/4 3/4 3/4 4/16 4/17 4/18

M T W Th Sa Sa Sa Sa S S S M T W

5:30pm-6:00pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 4:10pm-4:40pm 9:00am-9:30am 9:40am-10:10am 11:40am-12:10pm 12:20pm-12:50pm 9:40am-10:10am 11:40am-12:10pm 12:20pm-12:50pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 5:30pm-6:00pm

47074 47075 47076 47077 47078 47079 47080 47081

4/19 4/21 4/21 4/21 4/21 4/22 4/22 4/22

Th Sa Sa Sa Sa S S S

4:10pm-4:40pm 9:00am-9:30am 9:40am-10:10am 11:40am-12:10pm 12:20pm-12:50pm 9:40am-10:10am 11:40am-12:10pm 12:20pm-12:50pm

Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center 47321 47322 47323 47324 47325 47326 47327 47328 47329 47330 47331 47332 47333 47343 47339 47340 47342 47341 47344 47345 47346 47334 47335 47336 47337 47338

2/17 2/17 2/17 2/17 2/18 2/18 2/18 2/19 2/19 2/20 2/20 2/21 2/22 2/22 4/9 4/9 4/11 4/10 4/10 4/12 4/14 4/14 4/14 4/14 4/15 4/15

Sa Sa Sa Sa S S S M M T T W Th Th M M W T T Th Sa Sa Sa Sa S S

11:00am-11:30am 11:40am-12:10pm 12:20pm-12:50pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 10:00am-10:30am 10:40am-11:10am 11:20am-11:50am 5:30pm-6:00pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 9:30am-10:00am 11:00am-11:30am 11:40am-12:10pm 12:20pm-12:50pm 10:00am-10:30am 12:00pm-12:30pm

Olney Swim Center 46829 46830 46831 46832 46833 46834 46835 46837 46838 46839 46840 46841 46842 46843 46844 46845 46846

2/24 2/24 2/24 2/24 2/24 2/25 2/25 2/25 2/25 2/26 2/26 2/27 2/27 2/27 2/28 3/1 3/1

Sa Sa Sa Sa Sa S S S S M M T T T W Th Th

9:10am-9:40am 9:50am-10:20am 11:10am-11:40am 11:50am-12:20pm 12:30pm-1:00pm 9:10am-9:40am 9:50am-10:20am 10:30am-11:00am 11:10am-11:40am 6:20pm-6:50pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 6:00pm-6:30pm 5:20pm-5:50pm 6:40pm-7:10pm 7:00pm-7:30pm 5:20pm-5:50pm 6:40pm-7:10pm

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Beginner 3

6 Sessions

$65

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47701 47681 47683 47685 47687 47695 47696 47697 47698 47699 47700 47710 47706 47707 47708 47709 47702 47703 47704 47705

2/26 3/10 3/10 3/10 3/10 3/4 3/4 3/6 3/6 4/3 4/3 4/23 4/29 4/29 5/1 5/1 5/5 5/5 5/5 5/5

M Sa Sa Sa Sa S S T,Th T,Th T,Th T,Th M S S T,Th T,Th Sa Sa Sa Sa

5:30pm-6:00pm 9:45am-10:15am 10:25am-10:55am 12:25pm-12:55pm 1:05pm-1:35pm 10:25am-10:55am 11:45am-12:15pm 5:40pm-6:10pm 6:20pm-6:50pm 6:20pm-6:50pm 6:20pm-6:50pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 11:05am-11:35am 11:45am-12:15pm 6:20pm-6:50pm 6:20pm-6:50pm 9:45am-10:15am 10:25am-10:55am 11:45am-12:15pm 12:25pm-12:55pm

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47082 47083 47084 47085 47086 47087 47088 47089 47090 47091 47092 47093 47094 47095 47096 47097 47098 47099 47100 47101 47102 47103

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Aquatics 240.777.6860

4:10pm-4:40pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 4:50pm-5:20pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 9:00am-9:30am 11:00am-11:30am 11:40am-12:10pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 9:00am-9:30am 9:40am-10:10am 11:00am-11:30am 4:10pm-4:40pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 4:50pm-5:20pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 9:00am-9:30am 11:00am-11:30am 11:40am-12:10pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 9:00am-9:30am 9:40am-10:10am 11:00am-11:30am

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10:15am-10:45am 11:40am-12:10pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 11:20am-11:50am 6:50pm-7:20pm 7:30pm-8:00pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 7:30pm-8:00pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 10:15am-10:45am 12:20pm-12:50pm 10:40am-11:10am 12:00pm-12:30pm

Olney Swim Center 46847 46848 46849 46850 46851 46852 46853 46854 46855

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9:10am-9:40am 9:50am-10:20am 11:50am-12:20pm 9:50am-10:20am 10:30am-11:00am 10:30am-11:00am 7:00pm-7:30pm 7:00pm-7:30pm 6:20pm-6:50pm

Four Ways to Register 1. ONLINE

SWIM LESSONS

Ages 4-6: Parents DO NOT accompany children.

This class is for students who can already swim a combined stroke on their front and back, using a kick and arm stroke for a minimum of 5 yards. Courses meet for six (6) 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 6 students.

Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center

Register 24 hours a day, seven days a week for all activities at www.

ActiveMONTGOMERY.org.

2. BY MAIL

Fill out and sign the registration form and mail it to: ActiveMONTGOMERY • 4010 Randolph Rd. • Silver Spring, MD 20902

3. VIA FAX

If paying by credit card, you may fax your completed, signed registration form to 240-777-6818.

4. IN PERSON

Stop by any Montgomery County Recreation location, including our Headquarters at 4010 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20902 (M-F, 9:30am-4pm).

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SWIM LESSONS

Beginner 4

Youth Level 1

Ages 4-6: Parents DO NOT accompany children.

This class is for students who can already swim a coordinated front crawl for 15 yards (across the width of the pool), back crawl for 5 yards and are comfortable in deep water. Courses meet for six (6) 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 6 students.

Ages 7-13: This class is for students who need to learn basic water adjustment skills. Course meet for six 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 8 students.

6 Sessions

$65

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47711 47712 47713 47714

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Sa S Sa S

11:45am-12:15pm 11:05am-11:35am 11:05am-11:35am 11:05am-11:35am

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47104 47105 47106 47107 47108 47109 47110 47111 47112 47113 47114 47115 47116 47117 47118 47119 47120 47121

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5:30pm-6:00pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 11:00am-11:30am 12:20pm-12:50pm 10:20am-10:50am 11:00am-11:30am 11:40am-12:10pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 11:00am-11:30am 12:20pm-12:50pm 10:20am-10:50am 11:00am-11:30am 11:40am-12:10pm 1:00pm-1:30pm

Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center 47360 47361 47362 47363 47365 47364 47436

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10:40am-11:10am 7:30pm-8:00pm 7:30pm-8:00pm 10:15am-10:45am 7:30pm-8:00pm 11:20am-11:50am 10:15am-10:45am

Olney Swim Center 46856 46857 46858

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11:50am-12:20pm 9:10am-9:40am 7:40pm-8:10pm

6 Sessions

$60

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47715 47716 47717 47718 47719 47720 47721 47723 47724 47725 47726

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10:25am-10:55am 12:25pm-12:55pm 11:05am-11:35am 5:00pm-5:30pm 5:00pm-5:30pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 10:25am-10:55am 6:20pm-6:50pm 10:25am-10:55am 9:45am-10:15am 6:10pm-6:40pm

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47122 47123 47124 47125 47126 47127 47128 47129

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6:10pm-6:40pm 10:20am-10:50am 1:00pm-1:30pm 9:40am-10:10am 6:10pm-6:40pm 10:20am-10:50am 1:00pm-1:30pm 9:40am-10:10am

Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center 47378 47379 47380 47381 47387 47388 47384 47385 47386 47382 47383

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Sa S T W Sa Th T Th Th Sa S

12:20pm-12:50pm 10:40am-11:10am 6:50pm-7:20pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 11:40am-12:10pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 11:00am-11:30am 10:40am-11:10am

Olney Swim Center 46872 46873 46874 46875 46876 46877 46878 46879 46880

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10:30am-11:00am 9:10am-9:40am 8:30am-9:00am 6:20pm-6:50pm 6:40pm-7:10pm 6:20pm-6:50pm 7:00pm-7:30pm 5:20pm-5:50pm 6:00pm-6:30pm

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Youth Level 3

Ages 7-13: This class is for students who are already water adjusted. Students must be able to submerge for 3 seconds and float on their front and back. Course meet for six 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 8 students.

Ages 7-13: This class is for students who can already swim a combined stroke on their front and back, using a kick and arm stroke for a minimum of 5 yards. Course meet for six 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 10 students.

6 Sessions

$60

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47727 47728 47729 47730 47731 47734 47735 47736 47737 47732

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Sa Sa S S W S S W Sa Sa

9:45am-10:15am 11:05am-11:35am 9:45am-10:15am 11:45am-12:15pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 9:45am-10:15am 11:45am-12:15pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 1:05pm-1:35pm 12:25pm-12:55pm

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47130 47131 47132 47133 47134 47135 47136 47137

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5:30pm-6:00pm 12:20pm-12:50pm 11:40am-12:10pm 12:20pm-12:50pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 12:20pm-12:50pm 11:40am-12:10pm 12:20pm-12:50pm

Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center 47389 47390 47391 47397 47392 47393 47395 47396 47394 47398

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Sa Sa S T W Th T Th Sa S

11:00am-11:30am 1:00pm-1:30pm 12:00pm-12:30pm 5:30pm-6:00pm 5:10pm-5:40pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 8:10pm-8:40pm 6:50pm-7:20pm 11:40am-12:10pm 11:20am-11:50am

Olney Swim Center 46881 46882 46883 46884 46885 46886 46887 46888

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Aquatics 240.777.6860

9:50am-10:20am 10:30am-11:00am 9:10am-9:40am 9:10am-9:40am 7:00pm-7:30pm 7:40pm-8:10pm 5:20pm-5:50pm 6:40pm-7:10pm

6 Sessions

$58

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47738 47739 47740 47741 47742 47743 47744 47745 47746 47747 47748 47749

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12:25pm-12:55pm 1:05pm-1:35pm 10:25am-10:55am 12:25pm-12:55pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 9:45am-10:15am 11:05am-11:35am 10:25am-10:55am 12:25pm-12:55pm 6:10pm-6:40pm 10:25am-10:55am 10:25am-10:55am

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47138 47139 47140 47141 47142 47143 47144 47145 47146 47147

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9:40am-10:10am 11:00am-11:30am 11:40am-12:10pm 10:20am-10:50am 11:00am-11:30am 9:40am-10:10am 11:00am-11:30am 11:40am-12:10pm 10:20am-10:50am 11:00am-11:30am

SWIM LESSONS

Youth Level 2

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10:15am-10:45am 11:40am-12:10pm 11:20am-11:50am 8:10pm-8:40pm 7:30pm-8:00pm 9:30am-10:00am 11:40am-12:10pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 10:40am-11:10am 11:20am-11:50am 8:10pm-8:40pm

Olney Swim Center 46889 46890 46891 46892 46894

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10:30am-11:00am 11:10am-11:40am 9:50am-10:20am 10:30am-11:00am 7:20pm-7:50pm

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Youth Level 4

SWIM LESSONS

Ages 7-13: This class is for students who can already swim a coordinated front and back crawl for 15 yards (the width of the pool) and are comfortable in deep water. Course meet for six 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 10 students.

6 Sessions

"Great fun and excellent instructor!"

$58

-Alexis K

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47750 47751 47752 47753 47754 47756 47757

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Sa Sa S S Sa S S

11:45am-12:15pm 12:25pm-12:55pm 11:05am-11:35am 12:25pm-12:55pm 12:25pm-12:55pm 11:45am-12:15pm 12:25pm-12:55pm

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12:20pm-12:50pm 10:00am-10:30am 12:00pm-12:30pm 8:10pm-8:40pm 10:15am-10:45am 12:20pm-12:50pm 10:00am-10:30am

Olney Swim Center 46895 46896 46897 46898 46899 46900

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11:10am-11:40am 11:50am-12:20pm 10:30am-11:00am 11:10am-11:40am 7:40pm-8:10pm 7:40pm-8:10pm

Youth Level 5 Ages 7-13: This class is for students who can swim 1 length of front and back crawl, 15 yards of elementary backstroke in good form, tread water, and dive into and swim in deep water.

Course meet for six 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 10 students.

6 Sessions

$58

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47758 47759 47760 47761 47762 47763 47764

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11:45am-12:15pm 12:25pm-12:55pm 11:05am-11:35am 11:05am-11:35am 11:45am-12:15pm 9:45am-10:15am 11:05am-11:35am

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47156 47157 47158 47159

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1:00pm-1:30pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 1:00pm-1:30pm

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Youth Level 6 Ages 7-13: This class is for students who can swim 2 lengths of front and back crawl in good form and 15 yards of breaststroke. Course meet for six 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 10 students. $58

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47765 47766 47767 47768

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12:25pm-12:55pm 11:45am-12:15pm 12:25pm-12:55pm 9:45am-10:15am

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47160 47161 47162 47163

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12:20pm-12:50pm 12:20pm-12:50pm 12:20pm-12:50pm 12:20pm-12:50pm

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1:00pm-1:30pm 12:00pm-12:30pm 8:10pm-8:40pm 8:10pm-8:40pm 8:10pm-8:40pm 1:00pm-1:30pm

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PARKS

Adult Level 1 Ages 14 & Up: This class is designed for those students who are fearful of the water and/or may have had a bad experience in the water.

Basic water adjustment skills will be taught.

Course meet for six 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 6 students.

6 Sessions

$67

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47228 47229 47230 47231 47232 47236

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11:05am-11:35am 10:25am-10:55am 5:30pm-6:00pm 11:05am-11:35am 10:25am-10:55am 5:30pm-6:00pm

SWIM LESSONS

6 Sessions

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8:30pm-9:00pm 11:00am-11:30am 10:20am-10:50am 8:30pm-9:00pm 11:00am-11:30am 10:20am-10:50am

Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center

Reservations

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10:15am-10:45am 8:50pm-9:20pm 11:20am-11:50am 8:50pm-9:20pm

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Memberships

ActiveMONTGOMERY.org Aquatics 240.777.6860

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Adult Level 2

SWIM LESSONS

Ages 14 & Up: Designed for teenagers and adults who are already water adjusted.

Students must be able to submerge for 3 seconds and float on their front. Courses meet for six (6) 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 10 students.

6 Sessions

$65

3/10 3/4 5/5 2/26 4/29 4/23

Sa S Sa M S M

10:25am-10:55am 9:45am-10:15am 10:25am-10:55am 6:10pm-6:40pm 9:45am-10:15am 6:10pm-6:40pm

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47170 47171

3/3 4/21

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10:20am-10:50am 10:20am-10:50am

Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center 47272 47273 47274 47275 47276

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10:00am-10:30am 8:50pm-9:20pm 1:00pm-1:30pm 10:00am-10:30am 8:50pm-9:20pm

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Adult Level 3 Ages 14 & Up: Designed for teenagers and adults who can already swim a combined stroke on their front and back, using a kick and arm stroke for a minimum of 5 yards. Courses meet for six (6) 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 10 students.

6 Sessions

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Adult Level 4 Ages 14 & Up: Designed for teenagers and adults who can already swim a coordinated front and back crawls for 15 yards (width of the pool) and are comfortable in deep water.

Courses meet for six (6) 30 minute sessions.

Class size is limited to 10 students.

6 Sessions

$65

Germantown Indoor Swim Center 47247 47248 47249 47250

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11:45am-12:15pm 11:45am-12:15pm 11:45am-12:15pm 11:45am-12:15pm

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8:30pm-9:00pm 11:40am-12:10pm 8:30pm-9:00pm 11:40am-12:10pm

Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center 47281 47282

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Martin Luther King Jr. Swim Center

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9:45am-10:15am 12:25pm-12:55pm 9:45am-10:15am 12:25pm-12:55pm

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Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47172 47173

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9:40am-10:10am 9:40am-10:10am

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Adaptive Aquatics Adapted Aquatics Lesson Level 1

6 Sessions 47221 KSAC 47224 KSAC

$65 2/26 M 10:45am-11:15am 4/16 M 10:45am-11:15am

Adapted Aquatics Lesson Volunteer Assisted

Adult Level 5 Ages 14 & Up: Designed for teenagers and adults who can already swim 1 length front and back crawls, 15 yards elementary backstroke with good form, tread water, and dive into deep water. Courses meet for six (6) 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 10 students.

6Â Sessions

$65

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47178 47179

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8:30pm-9:00pm 8:30pm-9:00pm

Adult Swim for Conditioning Ages 14 & Up: Designed for teenagers and adults who can swim 50 meters of freestyle.

This class will provide technical training and is an opportunity for prospective lifeguards to establish swimming proficiency. Courses meet for six (6) 30 minute sessions. Class size is limited to 10 students.

6Â Sessions

$65

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center 47180 47181

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Aquatics 240.777.6860

8:30pm-9:00pm 8:30pm-9:00pm

Ages 4-17: This is a learn-to-swim program for children ages 4 to 17 who have special needs.

These classes are taught in a small group environment. Each child will have an assigned volunteer at all times. All participants must fill out and sign the information and release form at the first class. Students are allowed to register for only one (1) class per session. Class size is limited to 8 students.

6 Sessions 47222 KSAC 47223 KSAC 47225 KSAC 47226 KSAC

$65 3/3 3/3 4/21 4/21

SWIM LESSONS

Ages 18 & Up: This is a learn-to-swim program for those individuals with physical and developmental disabilities. This successoriented program targets individuals who do not currently meet the prerequisites for participating in an inclusive environment. The program is designed to develop basic swim skills in a structured setting under the guidance of an instructor with the support of a family member or caregiver in the water with the student.

Participants MUST be accompanied in the water by a caregiver and in arms reach at all times.

Sa 9:45am-10:15am Sa 10:35am-11:05am Sa 9:45am-10:15am Sa 10:35am-11:05am

More Convenient

Customer Service Hours Our new hours are: 9:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Monday-Friday

For our Adminstrative Headquarters located at: 4010 Randolph Road Silver Spring, MD 20902 240-777-6840

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Classes Classes Classes Will Not Meet On March 26-April 2, & May 26-28* *This does not apply to aquatic activities

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Youth Arts & Crafts Adventures in Art

Ages 5-10: Create exciting works of art using different types of media and techniques. Focus on drawing, painting, and composition. $7 material fee due at first session.

8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Tatiana Martin 46289 Longwood CRC 4/14 Sa 10:15am-11:15am

Ages 9-15: Students will work with a variety of media and techniques while creating exciting projects. Special attention will be paid to composition, perspective, and color application.

During this dynamic class students will gain and reinforce many skills which help them to produce high quality art work. $7 material fee is due at first session.

8 Sessions $80 Instructor:Tatiana Martin 46290 Longwood CRC 4/14 Sa 11:30am-12:30pm

Draw and Clay - Big Cats

Ages 4-9: This session we will study the big cats: lions, tigers and cheetahs. We will draw paint and sculpt them in clay. $12 material fee due at first session.

4 Sessions $40 Instructor: Yolanda Prinsloo 46612 Germantown CRC 4/10 T 5:15pm-6:15pm 46614 Bauer Drive CRC 4/11 W 5:40pm-6:40pm 46616 Upper County CRC 4/14 Sa 10:00am-11:00am

Draw and Clay - Gnomes

Ages 4-9: In this session we will make fairy/ gnome houses. We will also make paintings to celebrate spring. $12 material fee due at first session.

4 Sessions $40 Instructor: Yolanda Prinsloo 46613 Germantown CRC 5/8 T 5:15pm-6:15pm 46615 Bauer Drive CRC 5/9 W 5:40pm-6:40pm 46617 Upper County CRC 5/12 Sa 10:00am-11:00am

Countywide Programs 240.777.6870

Ages 9-16: Students of all levels will learn how to sew and make your own projects and garments. This class will teach you sewing terms, pattern layout, cutting out fabric, hem, make a slit, and measuring just to name a few.

Supply list will be in your receipt. $10 material fee is due at first session.

6 Sessions $125 Instructor: Nora Elias 46372 Bauer Drive CRC 4/14 Sa 11:15am-1:15pm

Learning Art from the Masters Georgia O’ Keefe Ages 5-13: In this session students will learn about the life and time of artist Georgia O’Keefe. We will work in paint and clay. $12 material fee due at first session.

4 Sessions $55 Instructor: Yolanda Prinsloo 46622 Germantown CRC 5/8 T

6:30pm-7:30pm

Learning Art from the Masters Leonardo da Vinci Ages 5-13: In this session students will learn about the life and time of artist Leonardo da Vinci. We will work in paint and clay. $12 material fee due at first session.

4 Sessions $55 Instructor: Yolanda Prinsloo 46621 Germantown CRC 4/10 T

6:30pm-7:30pm

Young Rembrandts: Cartoon Drawing

Ages 6-13: Encourage your child’s enthusiasm for art and help develop his or her drawing skills. Your child will learn animation techniques in our anime-themed expression lesson. Your child will also learn personification as they transform ordinary cameras into fully realized cartoon characters. Learning to tell a story through a series of drawings will be the focus in our illustrations featuring a humorous drivethru sequence and a colorful piñata sequence.

6 Sessions $84 Instructor: Young Rembrandts 46587 Glenallan ES 4/9 46588 N. Potomac CRC 4/10 46591 Germantown CRC 4/11 46592 Bauer Drive CRC 4/12

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Kids Sew and Tell

6:30pm-7:30pm 6:30pm-7:30pm 6:00pm-7:00pm 6:00pm-7:00pm

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Adult Arts & Crafts Arts Acrylic Painting Techniques

ARTS & CR AF TS

Ages 14 & Up: All ability levels are welcome.

Discover a step by step approach that makes acrylics resemble the lush look of oils. Bring several pictures of what you would like to paint.

Please call Margaret at 301-318-8319 for supply list. $8 material fee due at first session.

8 Sessions $144 Instructor: Margaret Deskin 46357 Bauer Drive CRC 4/14 Sa 10:30am-12:30pm

Advanced Right Brained Drawing Ages 12 & Up: For those who have drawing experience. Build on perceptions of drawing and explore new techniques in pencil, color pencil or watercolor.

8 Sessions $140 Instructor: Yolanda Prinsloo 46620 Potomac CRC 4/9 M 7:15pm-9:00pm

Beginner Right Brained Drawing Ages 12 & Up: Discover how to unhinge preconception and draw what you see. Sharpen your powers of observation with a variety of exercises and see what you can create. Bring drawing paper, pencils (HB, B1, B4), ruler, erasers or $20 for material fee.

8 Sessions $140 Instructor: Yolanda Prinsloo 46619 Potomac CRC 4/9 M 5:15pm-7:00pm

Crafts Card & Paper Crafting with Mixed Media

Ages 13 & Up: Students will learn to make custom-crafted greeting cards using a wide variety of mixed media techniques to include die cuts, stencils, inks, stamps, acrylic paint, coloring techniques, embossing, and much more. By the end of class students will have created 4 to 6 beautiful greeting cards. All supplies are provided. Please contact instructor, Nancy Loomis for more info: nancy12345678@gmail.com or 813-205-3003.

Material fee due at first session.

2 Sessions $50 Instructor: Nancy Loomis 46637 Holiday Park SC 4/11 W 6:30pm-8:30pm 6 Sessions $125 Instructor: Nancy Loomis 46638 Holiday Park SC 4/14 Sa 1:00pm-3:00pm

It’s a Stitch

Ages 18 & Up: Students of all levels will learn how to sew and make their own projects and garments. This class will teach you sewing terms, pattern layout, cutting out fabric, hem, making a slit, and measuring. Sewing machines will be available or you can bring your own.

Supply list will be in your receipt. $10 material fee due at first session.

6 Sessions $125 Instructor: Nora Elias 46369 Bauer Drive CRC 4/14 Sa 1:30pm-3:30pm 46370 Holiday Park SC 4/13 F 10:30am-12:30pm 46371 Lawton CRC 4/12 Th 10:30am-12:30pm

Interior Design Magic

Ages 16 & Up: If you enjoy HGTV, this is the course for you. By learning the way designers see, you can begin to make your home uniquely yours. This course is taught by a professional designer.

6 Sessions $175 Instructor: Sara Sichel 46603 N. Potomac CRC 4/10 T 10:00am-12:00pm

Stage & Sell

Ages 16 & Up: This class will show you the numerous low cost ways to make your home attractive to potential buyers. Discover the methods used by professional interior designers to make your home attractive to either live in or sell.

6 Sessions $175 Instructor: Sara Sichel 46604 N. Potomac CRC 4/12 Th 7:00pm-9:00pm

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Fine Arts

Oil or Acrylic Painting

Beginning Drawing With Kritt

Ages 18 & Up: All levels. Learn a few simple skills and then you can draw anything. People, landscapes, pets, buildings - it’s easy. This is a great hobby that will last you a lifetime. For a supply list call Penny at 301-989-1799.

4 Sessions Instructor: Penny Kritt 46642 Kritt Studio 46643 Kritt Studio

$75 4/9 M 10:00am-12:00pm 4/9 M 7:00pm-9:00pm

Ages 18 & Up: All levels. Watercolor and Acrylics. All you need to start is a few simple skills like mixing colors and how to get your brush to make the magic happen. It’s fast and fun. For a supply list call Penny at 301-989-1799.

4 Sessions $75 Instructor: Penny Kritt 46640 Kritt Studio 4/10 T 10:00am-12:00pm 46641 Kritt Studio 4/10 T 7:00pm-9:00pm

Drawing the City with Kritt

Ages 18 & Up: All levels. You can draw it all from skyscrapers to families out for a day in the park. We’ll work from photos. For a supply list call Penny at 301-989-1799.

4 Sessions $75 Instructor: Penny Kritt 46646 Kritt Studio 5/8 T 10:00am-12:00pm 46647 Kritt Studio 5/8 T 7:00pm-9:00pm

Introduction to Persian Calligraphy

Ages 18 & Up: In this introductory class students will learn the alphabet and elements of Persian calligraphy. Students will learn how to write them with a traditional qalam pen using black ink on paper. For questions, contact Abe at afarsh@gmail.com. $25 material fee due at first session.

8 Sessions $145 Instructor: Abolghasem Farshneshani 46639 Bauer Drive CRC 4/10 T 6:00pm-8:00pm

Mix the Perfect Color with Kritt Workshop

Ages 18 & Up: In this one day workshop, learn a few simple rules to get you the precise color you want. Don’t settle for a color that is close enough. Buy fewer colors and get better results.

For a supply list call Penny at 301-989-1799.

1 Session Instructor: Penny Kritt 46648 Kritt Studio

8 Sessions $144 Instructor: Doris Haskell 46280 Lawton CRC 4/9 M 2:00pm-4:00pm 9 Sessions $162 Instructor: Doris Haskell 46281 Lawton CRC 4/10 T 2:00pm-4:00pm

Painting a Still Life with Kritt

Ages 18 & Up: All levels. There’s art all over your home. Learn to paint it with watercolor or acrylics. From vases of flowers to toys or tools, they can all be part of a great painting. We’ll work from photos. For a supply list call Penny at 301-989-1799.

4 Sessions Instructor: Penny Kritt 46644 Kritt Studio 46645 Kritt Studio

$75 5/7 M 10:00am-12:00pm 5/7 M 7:00pm-9:00pm

Jewelry Basic Beading

Ages 12 & Up: Learn beading and stringing techniques for making jewelry. You will complete earrings and a necklace by the end of class. Bring a basic tool kit of flat nose pliers, round nose pliers and wire cutters. $20 material fee due at class.

1 Session $36 Instructor: Renee Prioleau 46318 Wisconsin Pl CRC 6/2 Sa 12:00pm-2:00pm

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Beginning Painting With Kritt

Ages 18 & Up: Beginners/Intermediate. Learn how to prepare the palette, start a painting and mix and blend colors. Subjects include still life, landscape, figure or abstract. Demonstrations and care of materials also included. This popular class fills quickly. Materials discussed at first class.

Shabby Chic Jewelry

Ages 12 & Up: Learn to make jewelry designs using artsy and whimsical beading techniques.

Students will design and create a contemporary bracelet and necklace. Bring a basic tool kit of flat nose pliers, round nose pliers and wire cutters. $20 material fee due at class.

1 Session $36 Instructor: Renee Prioleau 46320 Wisconsin Pl CRC 6/2 Sa 2:00pm-4:00pm

$50 4/21 Sa 10:00am-3:00pm

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Pottery Beginners Pottery

Ages 17 & Up: This class is open to all skill levels. Students will be taught techniques on hand building and wheel work while making bowls, cups, pitchers, etc. $30 material fee due at first session.

6 Sessions $150 Instructor: Deborah Bedwell 47821 Ross Boddy CRC 4/12 Th 6:00pm-9:00pm

Handcrafted Pottery

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Ages 17 & Up: Introduction and development of techniques used in hand building pieces of functional and decorative potters; use of the potter’s wheel, including centering, etc. Basic info on clay, drying, firing and glazing. Bring clay tools and an old towel. Material fee due at first session. This covers clay, glazes and firing.

8 Sessions $140 Instructor: Pamela Reid 46476 White Oak CRC 4/10 T 6:00pm-8:30pm 8 Sessions $205 Instructor: Valerie Haber 46472 N. Potomac CRC 4/11 W 6:00pm-9:00pm 46473 N. Potomac CRC 4/13 F 10:00am-1:00pm

Handcrafted Pottery Open Studio

Ages 16 & Up: Intermediate / Advanced - Hand building, wheel throwing, decorating and glazing techniques for experienced students.

Instructor available for demonstration and assistance. Material fee due to the instructor at first class. This covers clay, glazes and firing.

8 Sessions $180 Instructor: Pamela Reid 46477 White Oak CRC 4/10 T 10:00am-2:00pm 8 Sessions $200 Instructor: Margaret Dickerson 46482 Sligo Creek ES 4/11 W 9:30am-12:30pm Instructor: Valerie Haber 46474 N. Potomac CRC 4/9 M 6:00pm-9:00pm

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Inter-Generational Pottery

Ages 6-8: Enjoy a few hours of company with a child in your life while learning clay basics.

Projects can include imaginary creatures, houses, bowls, cups, vases and more. Students are taught to their level. Cost is per couple/ family (2 people). Necessary tools will be available. $25 material fee due at first session.

7 Sessions $250 Instructor: Valerie Haber 46475 N. Potomac CRC 4/12 Th 5:00pm-6:00pm

Intermediate Wheel

Ages 17 & Up: This class is for anyone who has previous potter’s wheel experience. Students will make sets of cups, bowls, plates and vases. $30 material fee due at first session.

6 Sessions $150 Instructor: Deborah Bedwell 47819 Ross Boddy CRC 4/11 W 10:30am-1:30pm

Pottery at Sligo

Ages 16 & Up: For all levels and experience, explore hand-building, wheel-throwing and glazing techniques by using mid-range stoneware (cone 6) with the instructor’s guidance. Fully equipped studio affords you the opportunity to discover and work toward your own creative goals. All artists have access to a potter’s wheel. $20 material fee due at first session.

8 Sessions $192 Instructor: Margaret Dickerson 46481 Sligo Creek ES 4/9 M 7:00pm-10:00pm 11 Sessions $264 Instructor: Angela M. Schreiber 46478 Sligo Creek ES 4/19 Th 9:30am-12:30pm 46479 Sligo Creek ES 4/17 T 9:30am-12:30pm 46480 Sligo Creek ES 4/17 T 7:00pm-10:00pm Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!

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Youth Dance

General Dance

Ballet

Breakdancing 4 Kids

Ballet

Ages 5-10: Beginner level - This class introduces young dancers to the basic movements of ballet and ballet terminology. This class is perfect for the dancer that needs the fundamental introductory training to begin a ballet program.

8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Grace Oleson 46459 Coffield CRC 4/16 46462 N. Potomac CRC 4/17 46467 Germantown CRC 4/18 46468 Arcola ES 4/19

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Jazzmatazz Pre Ballet

10 Sessions $100 Instructor: Betsy Saunders 46292 Long Branch CRC 4/7 Sa 11:15am-12:15pm

Little Royals Ballet

Ages 4-8: Beginner level - Dancers will cover the basics and fundamentals of classic ballet vocabulary and technique. An informal setting will introduce students to the importance of strength, flexibility, rhythm and musicality in a fun, safe environment. Ballet princesses and princes will practice memorization games and the basics of performance will be introduced.

The last class will conclude with a short dance presentation. For questions contact Robyn at info@rldancecompany.com.

7 Sessions $70 Instructor: Robyn Lindsey 46586 Germantown CRC 4/14 Sa 11:00am-11:45am

Youth Ballet

Ages 6-8: This class focuses on proper ballet fundamentals and techniques while developing student’s creativity, concentration and class etiquette. Instructors will introduce steps and combinations at the barre and across the floor in a fun and motivating environment.

For questions, email the instructor at ferrignoballet@gmail.com or call her at 484431-0849.

8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Robyn Lindsey 46582 Potomac CRC 4/12 Th 6:30pm-7:15pm 46583 White Oak CRC 4/11 W 7:00pm-7:45pm

Hip Hop for Kids

Ages 9-14: A high energy fun filled dance program, packed with the latest hip-hop choreography. Students dance to current hiphop music while learning new moves, freestyle skills and much more. This fun class will unlock creativity all while embracing an active lifestyle.

The course will include a final performance showcasing a fun routine for family and friends. For questions contact Robyn at info@ rldancecompany.com 7 Sessions $70 Instructor: Robyn Lindsey 46584 Germantown CRC 4/14 Sa 1:00pm-1:45pm 8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Robyn Lindsey 46585 White Oak CRC 4/11 W 6:00pm-6:45pm

DANCE

Ages 5-7: This introductory class that includes creative movement, beginning technical exercises, floor exercise and a performance dance. Dancers should wear leotards, tights and well fitted all leather ballet slippers, in the colors of your choice.

Ages 6-11: Beginner level - Breakdancing, breaking, b-boying or b-girling is a popular style of hip hop dance that incorporates intricate body movements, strong acrobatic moves, coordination, style and fashion. Dancers will learn the latest and coolest moves in a fun and safe environment. Our talented, energetic and friendly instructors will have you breakdancing in no time at all. For questions contact Robyn at - info@rldancecompany.com

Hip Hop for Youth

Ages 8-12: Learn the hottest moves from South Beach and New York City. We will break down the ABC’s of basic break dancing, popping, locking, funk and other unique hip hop combinations. Create routines that can be used for any dance in the future. No dance experience required. For questions, call Avant Garde Ballroom at 301-881-1436 .

8 Sessions $96 Instructor: Avant Garde Ballroom Dance Center 46397 Avant Garde 4/7 Sa 2:30pm-3:15pm

6 Sessions $95 Instructor: Jennifer Ferrigno 46719 N. Potomac CRC 4/14 Sa 12:00pm-1:00pm Countywide Programs 240.777.6870

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Hip Hop Kids

Ages 5-13: Get ready to pop lock and rock your body in this action packed dance program.

Learn the latest hip hop dance moves using old school and current hip hop music. This fun filled class is designed for all skill levels. Family and friends will get to see the students showcase their talents on the last day of class in a final performance.

8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Shannon Jones Ages 5-8 47810 Plum Gar NRC 4/14 Sa 10:00am-10:45am Ages 9-13 47811 Plum Gar NRC 4/14 Sa 11:00am-11:45am

Juniors I Ballroom Dance

DANCE

Ages 8-12: Social etiquette, manners, and ballroom technique will be taught in a structured, yet fun environment. Acquire dance skills while also developing discipline, teamwork, and communication. Learn your basic steps as you work your way into the competitive world. This class will cover the basics of five popular social, ballroom dances.

For questions call Avant Garde Ballroom at 301881-1436.

8 Sessions $96 Instructor: Avant Garde Ballroom Dance Center 46398 Avant Garde 4/4 W 4:30pm-5:15pm

Performing Arts Bollywood Kids

Ages 6-13: Bollywood style dance is the latest craze among young kids.These dances are set to very catchy tunes and have a fast, vibrant beat.

The dance moves also help kids with motor coordination, better focus, and confidence. For questions, call Kumud Mathur at 301-299-3334.

7 Sessions $95 Instructor: Kumud Mathur 46304 Potomac CRC 4/17 T

6:15pm-7:00pm

Adult Dance Ballet Ballet for Adults

Ages 16 & Up: Beginner level. It’s never too late to learn to dance. Our adult ballet classes are a great way to keep fit and improve posture and flexibility in a social atmosphere. This class will focus on developing a basic understanding of the foundations of ballet with exercises at the barre, in the center and moving across the floor. Clothing should be loose and comfortable so that you can move easily. No denim. We recommend that students have bare feet or flat ballet shoes. For questions, contact Robyn at info@rldancecompany.com.

8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Robyn Lindsey 46581 Potomac CRC 4/12 Th 7:30pm-8:30pm

General Dance Bachata I

Ages 17 & Up: Bachata classes are essential to becoming a well-rounded Latin dancer. All Latin dance students are encouraged to attend this beginner Bachata course to add to your Latin dance repertoire. Fast, easy and fun to learn.

No previous experience needed. No partner required. For questions, call Avant Garde Ballroom at 301-881-1436.

8 Sessions $96 Instructor: Avant Garde Ballroom Dance Center 46387 Avant Garde 4/11 W 7:45pm-8:30pm

Ballroom I (Couples)

Ages 16 & Up: Beginner Level - Gain the basics for students with no prior level of instruction.

Learn proper dance position, how to lead and follow and at least three patterns for waltz, foxtrot, rumba, cha cha and swing. Registration is per student; must have a partner registered in the class to attend.

8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Rebecca McKinney 46427 Bethesda ES 4/9 M 7:00pm-8:00pm 9 Sessions $90 Instructor: Thomas P. Woll/Besso 46435 Holiday Park SC 4/12 Th 7:00pm-8:00pm

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Ballroom IV (Couples)

Ages 16 & Up: Intermediate Level - Prerequisite: Ballroom I. After a brief review of Ballroom I dances, reinforce and build your confidence by learning additional variations of tango and merengue. Emphasis on proper dance position and improved pattern execution to perfect each move. Registration is per student; must have a partner registered in the class to attend.

Ages 16 & Up: Intermediate/Advanced levels.

Prerequisite: Ballroom III or equivalent.

Students further develop by learning additional patterns in each dance, improving dancing technique and execution. Classes may specialize in three or four dances per session. Registration is per student and you must have a partner registered in the class to attend.

8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Rebecca McKinney 46428 Bethesda ES 4/9 M 8:00pm-9:00pm 9 Sessions $90 Instructor: Thomas P. Woll/Besso 46436 Holiday Park SC 4/12 Th 8:00pm-9:00pm

9 Sessions $90 Instructor: Thomas P. Woll/Besso 46437 Holiday Park SC 4/12 Th 9:00pm-10:00pm

Ballroom III (Couples)

Ages 16 & Up: Intermediate/Advanced levels.

Prerequisite: Ballroom II or equivalent. Students further develop a foundation in the dances covered in Ballroom I and II. Classes may specialize in three or four dances per session.

Registration is per student and you must have a partner registered in the class to attend.

9 Sessions $90 Instructor: Thomas P. Woll/Besso 46438 Coffield CRC 4/10 T

7:45pm-8:45pm

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Beginner Social Dance

Ages 17 & Up: These classes will cover the three popular social, ballroom dances. Be ready for your next family celebration, wedding or special event. Students will change partners frequently.

No partner required. For questions call Avant Garde Ballroom at 301-881-1436.

8 Sessions $96 Instructor: Avant Garde Ballroom Dance Center 46396 Avant Garde 4/9 M 7:15pm-8:00pm

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Ballroom II (Couples)

Latin Dances (Couples)

Ages 16 & Up: Beginner Level. Have fun learning rumba and chacha variations with great choreography and styling. Registration is per student and you must have a partner registered in the class to attend.

8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Rebecca McKinney 46429 Lawton CRC 4/12 Th 7:00pm-8:00pm

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g n i c n a Folk D INTERNATIONAL

Montgomery County Recreation partners with the Diamond Dance Circle to offer an International Folk Dance program at the Lawton CRC. The first half hour is devoted to assisting beginners experience the culture, music, and folk dances from Bulgaria, Hungary, Armenia, Romania, Greece, Israel and more.

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The intermediate/advanced level dancers add dances from Macedonia Turkey, Slovakia, Croatia, Serbia, and others.

Cost is $7 per week.

Contact Phyllis at 301-871-8788 or e-mail diamonddancecircle@comcast.net.

Location Day Lawton CRC Monday Social Hall

Time: 7:30pm-9:45pm

Program is ongoing.

The Center Director also has the option to cancel a date not listed if it conflicts with a community event or maintenance issues.

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Salsa Club Dancing

Ages 17 & Up: This dance sizzles with rhythm and movement making Salsa a fun and popular dance for beginners. This class includes partner dance, solo free style and the basic techniques of lead and follow. Students will change partners frequently. No partner required. For questions call Avant Garde Ballroom at 301-8811436.

DANCE

8 Sessions $96 Instructor: Avant Garde Ballroom Dance Center 46399 Avant Garde 4/10 T 7:00pm-7:45pm

Swing (couples)

Ages 16 & Up: Beginner level. Learn underarm turns and swivels using swing variations.

This class is an east coast swing starting with single swing, then progressing to triple swing.

Registration is per student and you must have a partner registered in the class to attend.

8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Rebecca McKinney 46430 Lawton CRC 4/12 Th 8:00pm-9:00pm

Urban Line Dance

Ages 17 & Up: Beginner level. This class introduces you to the basic patterns and steps for line dancing by a certified line dancing instructor. Get basic beginner level step patterns and gradually progress to intermediate with slightly more complex patterns. Exercise, socialize and have fun with plenty of zeal and zest in one setting. For more information, call Peytrienne at 301-379-5937.

8 Sessions $65 Instructor: Peytrienne McCormick 46317 Holiday Park SC 4/10 T

6:00pm-7:00pm

Performing Arts Bollywood Dance Fitness

Ages 14 & Up: Beginners/Intermediate: Learn the latest Bollywood dance craze while getting a great cardio workout. Techniques include hand, feet and body movements set to romantic popular music with a fast beat. Stay in shape while learning a fun art.

7 Sessions $95 Instructor: Kumud Mathur 46316 Potomac CRC 4/17 T

7:15pm-8:00pm

Wedding Ready

Ages 17 & Up: Wedding ready is an 8 week course offered not only to the bride and groom, but also mom, dad and anyone in the bridal party. Designed to help you learn basic footwork, it is the best first step in perfecting your “first dance.� For questions call Avant Garde Ballroom at 301-881-1436.

8 Sessions $96 Instructor: Avant Garde Ballroom Dance Center 46400 Avant Garde 4/10 T 7:15pm-8:00pm

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Music Classes General Music Learn Now Music: HeroeZ of Guitar

9 Sessions $225 Instructor: Learn Now Music 46486 Bauer Drive CRC 4/11 W 7:00pm-8:00pm

Learn Now Music: The Violinist Within Ages 5-12: Students learn musical symbols and violins basics, exercises, holding the bow, balance point and all the fundamentals. Free instrument rental and materials included in prince. For questions contact Shelly Suarez at 1-800-399-6414 or CustomerService@ LearnNowMusic.com.

8 Sessions $200 Instructor: Learn Now Music 46489 Longwood CRC 4/14 Sa 11:00am-12:00pm

Piano Adult Group Piano I

Ages 17 & Up: Beginner level - Explore theory, technique and analysis of music through individual and ensemble practice and performance. Note reading, rhythm, beginning technique of five-finger position and harmonization of simple melodies are covered.

Theory is taught at all levels in conjunction with music performed. You must have a piano or keyboard available for practice. Instructor reserves the right to reassign students to another level and/or combine programs to ensure an optimum learning environment for all. No previous musical background is needed. $25 material fee due at first session.

Ages 17 & Up: Advanced Beginner level.

Students should have a basic knowledge of reading music, playing easy rhythms and playing with both hands with the use of chords in the C and G hand positions. Covers progression toward playing in the major keys of C, G, and F and the minor keys of A and D. 8 Sessions $125 Instructor: Judith Duerk-Habeck 46470 Holiday Park SC 4/9 M 2:00pm-2:50pm 9 Sessions $180 Instructor: Joyce Oliver 46307 Holiday Park SC 4/10 T 10:00am-10:50am 46309 Holiday Park SC 4/10 T 7:00pm-7:50pm

Adult Group Piano III

Ages 17 & Up:Intermediate level - Some piano skills and knowledge of note reading, theory and rhythm patterns required. Improve your ability to move freely over the keyboard and develop rhythmic, harmonic and theoretical concepts. Major and minor scales are taught progressively. Duet, ensemble and solo literature will be performed in all classes.

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Ages 5-12: Have your child be a hero on a guitar by learning to read musical symbols, play basic chords and ease into play songs.

Free instrument rental and materials included in price. For questions contact Shelly Suarez at 1-800-399-6414 or CustomerService@ LearnNowMusic.com.

Adult Group Piano II

8 Sessions $125 Instructor: Judith Duerk-Habeck 47939 Holiday Park SC 4/9 M 3:00pm-3:50pm 9 Sessions $180 Instructor: Joyce Oliver 46310 Holiday Park SC 4/10 T 11:00am-11:50am 46314 Holiday Park SC 4/10 T 8:00pm-8:50pm

Adult Group Piano IV

Ages 17 & Up: Advanced level. Continued development of performance techniques in advanced literature through the study of stylistic differences of master composers from various periods. Emphasis on duet and two piano literature as well as solo performance.

9 Sessions Instructor: Joyce Oliver 46315 Holiday Park SC

$180 4/10 T 12:00pm-12:50pm

8 Sessions $125 Instructor: Judith Duerk-Habeck 46471 Holiday Park SC 4/9 M 1:00pm-1:50pm 9 Sessions $180 Instructor: Joyce Oliver 46303 Holiday Park SC 4/10 T 9:00am-9:50am 46306 Holiday Park SC 4/10 T 6:00pm-6:50pm Countywide Programs 240.777.6870

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Exploring Music and Piano Level IA

Ages 5-10: This is a progressive program.

Participants should plan to continue throughout the fall, winter and spring sessions in order to obtain optimum benefits. Contains all the elements of Exploring Music and Piano classes with additional emphasis on expressive technique. Digital pianos are provided for participants use. Adult participation is required and children should have access to piano for practice outside of class. $15 material fee due at first session.

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9 Sessions $225 Instructor: Geiza Dourado Carvalho Level I A 46442 Norwood LP 4/9 M 5:00pm-6:00pm Level I B - Must complete Level I A 46443 Norwood LP 4/9 M 5:30pm-6:30pm

Learn Now Music: KeyZ to Piano Ages 5-12: Intro to children by teaching basic piano layout, technique, note names, fingerings and more. Questions? Contact LNM at 1-800-399-6414 or CustomerService@ LearnNowMusic.com.

8 Sessions $200 Instructor: Learn Now Music 46488 Mid County CRC 4/9 M 6:30pm-7:30pm 9 Sessions $225 Instructor: Learn Now Music 46487 Bauer Drive CRC 4/11 W 7:00pm-8:00pm

Solfege - Music Theory

Ages 5 & Up: Level 2: The Solfege class gives your students practical skills and deper understanding of the structure and fundamental process of music. The class will give the foundation of ear training, singing melodies and conducting, intervals, dictation, etc. We also explore the study of the theoretical elements of music, which include rhythm, notation, sound and written scales.

9 Sessions $63 Instructor: Geiza Dourado Carvalho Level 2 46444 Norwood LP 4/9 M 7:00pm-7:45pm Level 3 - Must have completed Level 2 46445 Norwood LP 4/10 T 5:30pm-6:15pm Level 4 - Must have completed Level 3 46446 Norwood LP 4/10 T 6:15pm-7:15pm Level 5 - Must have completed Level 4 46447 Norwood LP 4/10 T 7:00pm-8:15pm

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Youth Cooking Bake Lab

Ages 12-15: “Cooking is an art, but baking is a science.� Students will spend the session whipping up delicious treats and exploring the chemistry that is involved in making them. We will find out what important functions things like eggs, oil, and baking powder serve in various baked goods. While we make things like biscuits, chocolate croissants, fruit pastries, pizzas, cookies, we will practice key baking techniques such as measuring, folding, sifting, zesting and beyond.

4 Sessions $85 Instructor: Beth Szymanski 47827 Ken Gar Center 4/12 Th 7:00pm-8:30pm

Edible Art

Ages 8-11: This fun and exciting session is all about combining food and art. We will be creating edible stamp art; painting masterpieces on tortillas, rainbow spaghetti, edible sludge, dinosaur foot print cookies, tie dyed toast, and create fun sand castles with edible moon sand.

1 Session $95 Instructor: Beth Szymanski 47854 Ken Gar Center 5/5 Sa 11:00am-5:00pm

Instaworthy

Ages 12-15: If you've ever wondered how food bloggers and celebrity chefs make dishes look perfect on Instagram, this is the class for you.

We will explore and create fun desserts and dishes, and students will learn to Quenelle, create tuiles, and other fun techniques to take dishes up a notch and create beautiful plates.

4 Sessions $85 Instructor: Beth Szymanski 47828 Ken Gar Center 5/17 Th 7:00pm-8:30pm

Kids Kitchen: Food, Fitness, Fun

Ages 8-14: Participants learn kid-friendly messages about nutrition, physical activity, and good health that are simple, interactive and fun. Participants engage in hands-on cooking/ food and fitness activities and prepare delicious recipes from all food groups to develop a healthy lifestyle of eating and exercise.

1 Session $55 Instructor: Kids Kitchen 47784 Wisconsin Pl CRC 5/19 Sa 10:00am-12:30pm 47783 White Oak CRC 5/19 Sa 10:00am-12:30pm

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Adult Cooking Date Night California Cuisine and Wine

Ages 21 & Up: Learn how simple, fresh, seasonal ingredients can produce delicious, intriguing dishes. California cuisine has its roots in French cuisine, but is adapted to American ingredients and the more casual California lifestyle. Create simple but sophisticated meals to enjoy with friends and family. We will explore pairing California wines with the dishes. Menu Includes green beans and beets with aioli, poached salmon with basil and olive Butters, pasta with spring vegetables, spring berry shortcake.

1 Session $87 Instructor: Drew Faulkner 47855 Ross Boddy CRC 4/20 F

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Ages 18 & Up: Explore the art of Indian spicing and techniques for grinding, toasting, frying, and blending spices that are the secret to these exotic flavorings. These classic North Indian dishes will introduce you to the heart of this regional style: matar paneer (Indian cheese and green peas in fragrant tomato sauce), patiala pullao (fragrant basmati rice pilaf), masar dal (pink lentils with spiced butter). Everyone will take home some garam masala spice mix.

1 Session $58 Instructor: Drew Faulkner 47858 Ross Boddy CRC 5/21 Th 6:30pm-8:30pm

Israeli Dinner

Ages 21 & Up: Learn to create an Israeli dinner using recipes from Jerusalem by Yotam Ottolenghi that will please both vegetarians and omnivores. Menu includes warm hummus with toasted pita; salmon steaks in chraimeh sauce; fava bean kuku (similar to a frittata); yogurt with cucumber; Mejadra (lentil rice mixture with yogurt and fried onions) and tahini cookies.

1 Session $87 Instructor: Sheila Crye 47859 N. Potomac CRC 5/18 F

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Vegetarian Italian

Ages 21 & Up: Thin and crunchy, baked parmesan zucchini chips will become a favorite appetizer for your parties. Pasta primavera makes use of vibrant springtime vegetables, but you can make it any time of year for a flavorful, satisfying meal. You will learn techniques include slicing with the mandoline, enrobing, baking, blanching, making a skillet sauce, poaching, using a food processor, whipping and layering. Menu includes baked zucchini crisps, pasta primavera, apple crisp parfait (crisp di mele).

1 Session $58 Instructor: Sheila Crye 47861 Ross Boddy CRC 6/7 Th 6:30pm-8:30pm

COOKING

Vegetarian Persian Dinner Knife Skills: Fruits, Vegetables, and Herbs

Ages 21 & Up: Learn how to use and care for your knives properly and efficiently. Students will learn how to slice, julienne, chop, mince, and chiffonade various fruits, vegetables, and herbs, and when to use the various cuts and why. Learn the difference between honing and sharpening your knives. Make vegetable soup with fresh herbs, pico de gallo, and a refreshing citrus salad featuring your beautifully cut fruits and vegetables. You will go home with a new confidence in your culinary technique with knives.

1 Session $58 Instructor: Drew Faulkner 47857 N. Potomac CRC 5/2 W 6:30pm-8:30pm

Mexican Fiesta

Ages 21 & Up: Mexican food is great for both an evening of entertaining and for a weeknight family meal. We will explore the ingredients and cooking techniques of that make traditional Mexican food so distinctive. We will discuss the how this cuisine’s pre-Columbian roots have melded with modern culture and learn how to work with ingredients like fresh and dried chilies. Menu includes guacamole and roast tomato salsa, senora-style chicken, cheese and olive enchiladas, classic re-fried beans, and mexican white rice. We will taste a variety of Mexican beers with our meal.

1 Session $87 Instructor: Drew Faulkner 47856 N. Potomac CRC 6/2 Sa 11:00am-2:00pm

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Ages 21 & Up: Experience the ancient roots of this silk road cuisine with its flavorful fresh herb and spice combinations and sweettangy tastes. Once you master these dishes, your dinner parties are sure to be a hit with both vegetarians and omnivores alike.

Menu includes pistachio and pomegranate “meatballs,” apple yellow split pea stew (koresh), saffron flavored rice with golden crust (tah-dig), romaine lettuce with vinegar syrup, and Hot Tea. 1 Session $58 Instructor: Sheila Crye 47860 Ross Boddy CRC 5/3 Th 6:30pm-8:30pm

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Exercise, Fitness & Wellness Dance & Fitness

Ages 16 & Up: A complete aerobic workout for men and women who love music and movement. Includes flexibility and leg routines, weights, abdominal work and cooldown stretch. Wear supportive athletic shoes and bring a mat/blanket for floor work and hand weights (optional). For questions email dancenfitness05@gmail.com.

17 Sessions $132 Instructor: Elaine Walstretcher 46974 Mid County CRC 4/4 M,W 7:30pm-8:30pm 46975 Lawton CRC 4/9 M,W 6:00pm-7:00pm 20 Sessions $147 Instructor: Lois Antos 46976 Veirs Mill LP 4/3 T,Th 9:30am-10:30am Instructor: Alice Donelly 46977 Potomac CRC 4/3 T,Th 6:00pm-7:00pm Instructor: Kathy Weimers 46978 Rock View ES 4/3 T,Th 7:00pm-8:00pm

Dance & Fitness Add a Class

Ages 16 & Up: Add a third day to your workout routine and see your strength and endurance improve. Pick any day Monday through Thursday or Saturday during our regular classes and keep dancing at a different location. For questions email dancenfitness05@gmail.com.

9 Sessions $66 Instructor: Kathy Weimers 46979 Holiday Park SC 4/7 Sa 9:00am-10:00am

Doing these exercise classes have lowered my blood pressure and given me more flexibility and energy.

Ages 16 & Up: (13-15 if accompanied by parent or guardian.) For beginner/intermediate levels.

Combine mesmerizing Latin rhythms with easy-to-follow moves in an invigorating calorieburning, body-energizing program. For more information, contact Melissa Moreira at 301318-9379 or myzumba.n.u@gmail.com.

7 Sessions $51 Instructor: Dance Fit 46600 Praisner CRC 4/16 46602 N. Potomac CRC 4/16 8 Sessions $58 Instructor: Dance Fit 46601 N. Potomac CRC 4/14 9 Sessions $66 Instructor: Dance Fit 46597 Praisner CRC 4/11 46598 Germantown CRC 4/10 46599 Germantown CRC 4/12

M 6:00pm-7:00pm M 7:00pm-8:00pm Sa 10:00am-11:00am W 6:00pm-7:00pm T 7:15pm-8:15pm Th 7:15pm-8:15pm

Definition Zumba

Ages 16 & Up: Get your whole body moving and burn calories through a mixture of Latin and international rhythms, music and cardiovascular aerobic exercise. A great workout and interesting choreography from experienced CPR-certified instructors. For questions, contact Juliet at 301-229-7555 or juliet@ wellnesscorporatesolutions.com.

17 Sessions $148 Instructor: Juliet Rodman 47211 Clara Barton NRC 4/9 M,F 9:00am-10:00am

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Aerobic Dance

Dance Fit Zumba

Hip-Hop Dance Fitness

Ages 17 & Up: This is a high energy dance fitness class centered on the latest hip hop styles and beats. It is a full body workout geared towards empowering people to move to their own rhythm. Music selections include both current and classic tunes that are sure to get you sweatin’ and jammin’. No dance experience is required. For more information, contact Brandi at 301-613-2039 or brandi.rosser@ yahoo.com.

8 Sessions $64 Instructor: Brandi Rosser 47209 East County CRC 4/17 T

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Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dance

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Ages 16 & Up: A complete, safe, effective and fun choreographed fitness program created by Jacki Sorensen in the early 1970’s. Each class includes strength work, flexibility and floor work routines followed by aerobic routines that can be done at low/no impact levels.

Heart Rate monitoring throughout keeps students aware of their own progress. Bring a mat. Hand (1-6 lbs.) and ankle weights (1-2.5 lbs.) are recommended, but optional. Contact Karin Baker with questions at 240-207-3091 or Karin1047@aol.com.

10 Sessions Instructor: Karin Baker 47197 Potomac CRC 47198 Potomac CRC

$80 4/3 T 9:00am-10:00am 4/5 Th 9:00am-10:00am

Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Workout

Ages 16 & Up: Jacki Sorensen created this program in the 80’s to include men and make a more vigorous program than her dance classes. Each class includes floor work, strength work (hand and ankle weights), stretch and flexibility moves, plus fun, lively and easy-tofollow aerobic routines. Heart rate monitoring throughout the class measures progress. Bring a mat, 1-6 lb. hand weights, and 1-2.5 lb. ankle weights. Contact Karin Baker with questions at 240-207-3091 or Karin1047@aol.com.

10 Sessions Instructor: Karin Baker 47199 Damascus CRC

$80 4/4 W 7:00pm-8:00pm

Jazzmatazz Aerobics W/Pilates Mat

Ages 16 & Up: A terrific combination of pilates mat work plus a low impact/high intensity aerobic workout using light hand weights.

Gain core strength, general muscular strength and flexibility in addition to cardiovascular and respiratory improvement through lively music and carefully choreographed routines.

Students are strongly urged to registered for both Tuesday and Thursday to achieve the best results.

10 Sessions $76 Instructor: Betsy Saunders 46448 Holiday Park SC 4/12 Th 7:15pm-8:15pm 46449 Holiday Park SC 4/10 T 7:15pm-8:15pm

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Jazzmatazz Low-Impact Aerobics

Ages 16 & Up: Dance in an energetic, fun-filled workout choreographed to great music. This class emphasizes both cardiovascular strength and endurance (low impact aerobic dancing) along with muscular strength (using light hand weights) & flexibility (floor exercises). To achieve best results, students are strongly encouraged to register for both Tuesday and Thursday.

9 Sessions $69 Instructor: Betsy Saunders 46450 Bauer Drive CRC 4/10 T 9:30am-10:30am 46451 Bauer Drive CRC 4/12 Th 9:30am-10:30am

Step-n-Sweat Zumba

Ages 13 & Up: (13-15 if accompanied by parent or guardian.) Join the Zumba party with this Latin based cardio workout that will have you burning up to 1,000 calories an hour.

The instructor brings 33 years of energetic experience to every class. For more information, contact Cheryl Hicks at dmvonfire@gmail.com or 301-775-8933.

5 Sessions Instructor:Cheryl Hicks 47204 White Oak CRC

$31 4/10 T

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Zumba Fitness

Ages 16 & Up: Ditch the work out and join the Latin dance fitness phenomenon that has been sweeping the nation. Zumba is an explosively fun and addictive fitness dance party combining carribean, hip-hop and Latin beats that move your hips.

7 Sessions $51 Instructor: Michelle Johnson-Lancaster 46311 Mid County CRC 4/16 M 6:15pm-7:15pm 8 Sessions $58 Instructor: Michelle Johnson-Lancaster 46312 Bauer Drive CRC 4/14 Sa 9:00am-10:00am 46313 Mid County CRC 4/18 W 6:15pm-7:15pm

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Aerobic Exercise

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Dynaerobics

Ages 16 & Up: A vigorous and challenging conditioning program that combines cardio, core and resistance exercises for a total workout. Class includes an energizing warmup, choreographed, safe high and low impact aerobics and a relaxing cool down. The last 30 minutes of class gives special attention to the abdominals, hips, thighs and gluteals. Strength and toning exercises with resistance bands are included. Bring a mat. Resistance bands are provided. Hand weights are optional. For questions, contact Gina at Gina.bodysculpt@ gmail.com.

Ages 13 & Up: Put a new spin on your workout with a specially designed hula hoop. This class combines hoop skills with low-impact cardio, body sculpt and stretching for a workout that’s a whirl’d of fun. Hoops are provided or bring your own. Bring a yoga mat. For more information, contact jeanne@jfitclub.com or visit www.jfitclub.com.

6 Sessions $60 Instructor: Jeanne Lieder 46421 Bauer Drive CRC 4/16 M 7:30pm-8:30pm

18 Sessions $136 Instructor: Gina Dols 47212 Bauer Drive CRC 4/10 T,Th 6:00pm-7:00pm

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3 Month Pass To register click on the membership tab on ActiveMONTGOMERY.org and search for "ACT." ACT provides a vigorous, easy to follow coed class for ages 16 & up. Choreographed to strengthen and tone all muscle groups and improve cardiovascular fitness. Program is designed to allow self pacing for those who wish to work at low impact steps.

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Plan your workout around your schedule and attend class at any of our convenient locations.

Passes are available for 12, 18, and 24 classes.

Pass is valid for 3 months from the first class attended.

Take your access card and receipt to any class location and check-in with the front desk staff. Give a copy of the registration to the ACT instructor.

Location Days Holiday Park SC M, Tu, W, Th

& Sa Bauer Drive CRC M, W Praisner CRC M, W Potomac CRC Tu, Th

Times: 6:00pm-7:00pm 9:00am-10:00am 5:00pm-6:00pm 7:00pm-8:00pm 7:00pm-8:00pm

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Jacki Sorensen’s Strong Step

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Ages 16 & Up: A high energy low impact fitness class that blends exercise and bench and resistance training to provide a full body workout. Students can adjust step level to vary intensity. Participants provide their own step, exercise mat and 1-6 lbs. hand weights (optional). Limited steps available for class use.

Call instructor to verify availability at 240-207-3091.

10 Sessions $72 Instructor: Karin Baker 47200 Potomac CRC 4/13 F 9:00am-10:00am

Kelley’s Complete Fitness Workout

Ages 18 & Up: A safe, effective co-ed program that strengthen and tones all major muscle groups. The instructor incorporates elements of yoga, pilates, kickboxing, and traditional exercise into a total body workout that is choreographed to appropriate music.

Emphasis is place on proper execution, body alignment, and posture. Each class concludes with a relaxation segment. Bring a towel or mat to class. Light hand weights are optional.

Instructor has a BS degree in PE and over 20 yrs of experience. For questions, contact Pam at 301-774-6342.

7 Sessions $56 Instructor: Pamela Kelley 47192 Glenmont LP 4/9 9 Sessions $80 Instructor: Pamela Kelley 47194 Bauer Drive CRC 4/4 47195 Longwood CRC 4/4 47196 Glenmont LP 4/5 47193 Longwood CRC 4/16

M 9:15am-10:30am W 9:10am-10:25am W 7:15pm-8:30pm Th 9:15am-10:30am M 7:15pm-8:30pm

Movin’ with Millie’ Aerobics

Ages 16 & Up: Set to positive, upbeat music this class is a unique exercise experience beginning with a total body warm up, aerobic conditioning for cardiovascular fitness, and floor exercise for toning hips, thighs, abdominals, and glutes.

Program provides flexibility, endurance and strength training. Please bring a mat, exercises bands, and hand weights to class. For questions, contact Millie at 301-588-3577 or email at millietrimble3@gmail.com.

9 Sessions $72 Instructor: Mildred Trimble 46460 Pilgrim Hills LP 4/11 W 9:30am-10:45am 46461 Pilgrim Hills LP 4/13 F 9:30am-10:45am

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CPR/FRP/AED Community Basic First Aid and CPR-AED

Ages 13 & Up: This class offers hands on, high energy First Aid and CPR-AED training and certification. This certification can be used to save a life and to obtain employment. Our mission is to provide the community with the skills and knowledge needed to potentially save a life. In an emergency situation, every second counts. Certifications and material will be from EMS Safety Service unless a specific request made prior to training. For more information or questions, contact: Tiquia.bennett@gmail.com. $20 material fee due at class.

1 Session $60 Instructor: Tiquia Bennett 46969 Bauer Drive CRC 5/1 46970 Potomac CRC 4/28 46971 Germantown CRC 5/19 46972 Germantown CRC 6/9

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General Fitness Laughter Fitness

Ages 13 & Up: This workout includes laughing exercise, breathing and memory enhancement techniques which rejuvenate brain power and enrich overall health. This is the fun way to be happy and healthy. It reduces stress, anxiety and depression, calms the mind, increase energy level and improves concentration.

7 Sessions $59 Instructor: Kumud Mathur 46305 Potomac CRC 4/19 Th 11:15am-12:00pm

Your Pelvic Floor-Keeping it Healthy

Ages 18 & Up: Led by a physical therapist with pelvic floor rehabilitation experience, this class addresses the common pelvic floor problems many people experience. Exercises to improve the strength and function of the pelvic floor will be taught. These exercises will include alternatives to kegels. An exercise band and exercise handouts are included in the class fee.

For questions, email info@restoremotion.com or call 301-881-9313.

1 Session $30 Instructor: Restore Motion 46278 Restore Motion 4/26 Th 2:00pm-3:30pm 46279 Restore Motion 4/18 W 6:30pm-8:00pm

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Meditation

Pilates

Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation

Ballet Workout

1 Session $46 Instructor:Jerry Hartman 46374 Potomac CRC 4/28 Sa 10:00am-2:00pm 46373 Germantown CRC 5/5 Sa 10:00am-2:00pm

Meditation for Beginners

Ages 18 & Up: This is a meditation class very suitable for beginners, as well as a support for developed and sustained practitioners. You have the capacity to be whole in your mind, body and spirit. Students will learn simple and very practical methods to cultivate mindfulness, inner connection and wisdom. Learn tools to work with your mind and heart to create a harmony within you and with others. Signup for Gentle Therapeutic Yoga following at 7:15pm for a complete relaxation experience!

For more information, contact Gaya at 734-7093632 or Gurunamah@outlook.com..

7 Sessions $95 Instructor: Gayatri Mohan-Iyengar 46284 N. Potomac CRC 4/5 Th 6:15pm-6:45pm

Using Mindfulness to Increase Happiness

Ages 18 & Up: For most of us, happiness is dependent on outside conditions. We suffer from the “if only” disease and never have enough to be satisfied. Possessions, jobs or relationships - we’re always looking for the next big thing that will finally make us happy.

Eventually we realize that approach doesn’t work. Mindfulness meditation gives us tools to create a lasting happiness that doesn’t rely on others. We’ll explore how clinging to our attitudes and possessions create dissatisfaction, and how loving kindness, generosity and gratitude can help change your outlook on life.

For more information contact Jerry at 301-5408091 or email at mongo2@usa.net

10 Sessions $90 Instructor: Esther Brunner 46425 Wisconsin Pl CRC 3/22 Th 10:15am-11:15am 46424 Luxmanor ES 4/2 T 7:15pm-8:15pm

Pilates for Fitness by Fit 2 Believe

Ages 16 & Up: This workout will increase strength, flexibility and energy levels. This program is designed to help lengthen, realign and redefine your body while improving posture, balance and coordination, easing chronic pain, and focusing on mental stability.

Each participant will receive a T-shirt. For more information contact Sean at fit2believe@gmail.com 7 Sessions $57 Instructor: Fit 2 Believe 46453 Lawton CRC 4/14 Sa 10:00am-11:00am 9 Sessions $73 Instructor: Fit 2 Believe 46455 White Oak CRC 4/10 T 7:00pm-8:00pm 46454 Bauer Drive CRC 4/12 Th 7:00pm-8:00pm

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Ages 18 & Up: Cultivate greater awareness of the unity of mind and body. Students will achieve a better understanding of what is happening right now. Mindfulness meditation helps practitioners stop worrying about forces not under their control. We will use mindfulness techniques including a full body scan, seated meditation, walking meditation and eating meditation to give students an introduction to the possibilities inherent in these techniques.

For more information contact Jerry at 301-5408091 or mongo2@usa.net.

Ages 16 & Up: A unique class with classical music that combines basic ballet (posture and alignment), pilates, low impact cardio, weight baring exercises and other techniques.

Participants will learn a combination of stretches and movements to improve energy, flexibility, core strength, and balance. Bring light hand weights, a mat and workout shoes. For questions call 301-942-5168.

PiYo

Ages 18 & Up: Experience a high-energy but low-impact workout that burns calories and sculpts and defines your whole body. If you like the benefits of Yoga and Pilates - but like to move - then you will love PiYo. PiYo speeds everything up including your results. Please bring a yoga mat. Contact jeanne@jfitclub.com with questions or visit www.jfitclub.com.

6 Sessions $60 Instructor: Jeanne Lieder 46422 Bauer Drive CRC 4/18 W 6:00pm-7:00pm

1 Session $46 Instructor: Jerry Hartman 46375 Bauer Drive CRC 5/12 Sa 10:00am-2:00pm Countywide Programs 240.777.6870

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Strength Training Bone Builders - Plus

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Ages 18 & Up: Have fun improving and building your bone health, in a coed class designed to improve bone density, while preventing/slowing down further bone loss. This class is organized to strengthen all major muscle groups, to gain better balance and to improve posture.

A variety of exercises will be done standing or sitting, using provided weights and exercise bands, while receiving personalized attention tailored to your body’s needs. Sign up for two classes per week to achieve optimal results.

Due to instructor’s asthma, please do not wear perfume or cologne to class. For questions contact jpalazzo1@comcast.net.

8 Sessions $64 Instructor: Jaroslawa Palazzo 46593 Lawton CRC 4/9 9 Sessions $72 Instructor: Jaroslawa Palazzo 46595 Potomac CRC 4/10 46594 Lawton CRC 4/11 46596 Potomac CRC 4/12

M 10:00am-11:00am T 3:00pm-4:00pm W 10:00am-11:00am Th 3:00pm-4:00pm

Boot Camp for Better Bodies

Ages 16 & Up: Boot camp fitness is great way to get positive results in a fun filled healthy atmosphere. These training’s allow participants to work in a circuit style training for maximum results. Participants will enjoy exercises such as sit-ups, curls, squats, and other weight lifting exercises within this class to make sure that positive results are made week in and week out. So if you are ready to accept the challenge and try something new this class is for you.

Each participant will receive a t-shirt. For more information contact Sean at: fit2believe@gmail. com 9 Sessions $73 Instructor: Fit 2 Believe 46452 Bauer Drive CRC 4/10 T

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Category 4 Fitness Boot Camp

Ages 18 & Up: Instructed by an ISSA certified fitness trainer, this 60 minute program incorporates cardio, resistance and core exercise training. We use a very specific interval training system that is broken down into 30 seconds to 1 minute segments that simply challenge all fitness levels, to get the results you desire. For more information, visit Facebook @ Category 4 Fitness Bootcamp or email at tomwitz77@gmail.com, or contact Tommy at 301-333-4196.

8 Sessions $60 Instructor: Thomas Witz 46358 Germantown CRC 4/9 M 7:30pm-8:30pm 9 Sessions $68 Instructor: Thomas Witz 46359 Germantown CRC 4/11 W 7:30pm-8:30pm

Definition Body Sculpting

Ages 16 & Up: Gain body strength, flexibility and endurance using free weights. A perfect opportunity to learn proper form for weight bearing exercises. Initial 5 minutes body warmup with 40 minutes of strength training, 5 minutes abdominal work and 10 minutes cool down using stretching and yoga positions. Bring mat/towel and light hand weights. Instructor is ACE and CPR certified. For questions call Juliet Rodman at 301-229-7555 or Juliet@ wellnesscorporatesolutions.com.

20 Sessions $165 Instructor: Juliet Rodman 47210 Clara Barton NRC 4/3 T,Th 9:00am-10:00am

Dynaerobics AND Body Sculpting Ages 16 & Up: A total program, perfect for cross trainers. Energizing warm up, choreographed, safe high and low impact aerobics. Last 30 minutes of class gives special attention to the abdominals, hips, thighs and gluteals. Includes strength and toning exercises with resistance bands and a relaxing cool down stretch. Bring a mat. Resistance bands provided and hand weights optional.

8 Sessions $60 Instructor: Gina Dols 47213 Bauer Drive CRC 4/14 Sa 10:15am-11:30am

Dynaerobics Body Sculpting

Ages 16 & Up: A serious workout to firm all major muscle groups. Special attention given to the abdominal, hips, thighs and gluteals.

Includes strength and toning exercises with resistance bands and a relaxing cool down stretch. Bring a mat. Resistance bands provided and hand weights optional.

17 Sessions $129 Instructor: Gina Dols 47214 Bauer Drive CRC 4/9 M,W 6:15pm-7:15pm

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Fitness Kickboxing

5 Sessions $65 Instructor: Kicks Karate 47559 Kicks - N. Bethesda 4/7 Sa 8:00am-8:50am 47560 Kicks - N. Bethesda 5/12 Sa 8:00am-8:50am 47561 Kicks - Potomac 4/7 Sa 8:00am-8:50am 47562 Kicks - Shady Grove 4/7 Sa 8:00am-8:50am 47563 Kicks - Shady Grove 5/12 Sa 8:00am-8:50am 47564 Kicks - Potomac 5/12 Sa 8:00am-8:50am 10 Sessions $129 Instructor: Kicks Karate 47550 Kicks - N. Bethesda 5/14 M,W 7:20pm-8:10pm 47551 Kicks - N. Bethesda 4/9 M,W 7:20pm-8:10pm 47555 Kicks - Potomac 4/9 M,W 6:05pm-6:55pm 47556 Kicks - Potomac 5/15 T,Th 7:00pm-7:50pm 47557 Kicks - Shady Grove 4/9 M,W 6:15pm-7:05pm 47566 Kicks - Shady Grove 5/14 M,W 5:10pm-6:00pm 47567 Kicks - Shady Grove 5/14 M,W 6:15pm-7:05pm 47568 Kicks - Shady Grove 4/10 T,Th 7:00pm-7:50pm

The Ultimate Boxing Boot Camp for Youth and Adults

Ages 10 & Up: Beginners-Advanced Students.

Introduction to a boxer’s workout and continued skill development. Teaches students offense and self defense techniques, allowing students to gain confidence and improve skill level by working at several skill stations.

No physical contact. Instructor is a former kickboxing champion with 28 years experience.

Light sparring with instructor ONLY. All protective equipment provided. Questions call Larry Johnson at: 240-424-1306 or email at Johnson-l1@outlook.com 8 Sessions $85 Instructor: Larry D. Johnson 47964 B-CC HS 4/9 M 6:00pm-7:15pm 47965 White Oak CRC 4/10 T 5:45pm-7:00pm 47966 Praisner CRC 4/7 Sa 11:15am-12:30pm

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Tai Chi Tai Chi - Beginning

Ages 16 & Up: An ancient Chinese exercise form practiced by millions for both physical and spiritual development. Benefits the top athlete or someone recovering from injuries or back problems. Tai Chi is a graceful, flowing form benefiting posture, strength and over all vitality. Wear loose clothing. People interested in observing a class before registering are welcome. For more information contact Elizabeth at 240-676-8428.

8 Sessions $82 Instructor: Andy Schettino 46577 Bauer Drive CRC 4/9 M 7:00pm-8:00pm 9 Sessions $92 Instructor: Lon Holland 46578 Norbeck 4/4 W 6:30pm-7:30pm

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Tai Chi - Continuing

Ages 16 & Up: For continuing students who have already taken tai chi beginning.

8 Sessions $82 Instructor: Andy Schettino 46579 Bauer Drive CRC 4/9 M 8:00pm-9:00pm 9 Sessions $92 Instructor: Lon Holland 46580 Norbeck- 4/4 W 7:30pm-8:30pm

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Ages 13 & Up: Are you looking for a fast paced, kickbutt, calorie burning, adrenaline pumping, action packed workout? Our fitness classes combine high energy music with the kicks, punches and strikes of kickboxing for the ultimate conditioning workout. You’ll see greater muscular definition, improved cardiovascular fitness, greater flexibility and the ability to protect yourself. Need to lose weight?

You couldn’t ask for a better workout to do it.

Fee includes a free pair of boxing gloves. For questions contact Kicks Karate at Lbussard@kickskarate.com

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Wellness

Yoga

ÂŽManaging Irritable Bowel

Easy Yoga

NEW

Syndrome through Diet

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Ages 18 & Up: A guided program, in a small, supportive group, to facilitate dietary change following a low FODMAP diet. Research has shown that the low FODMAP diet improves gastrointestinal symptoms such as gas, bloating and pain. Our diet begins with a healing elimination phase, followed by a guided reintroduction phase. Using the information from both phases, we will co-create a personalized, nutritious, well-balanced eating program to eliminate IBS symptoms. Part B will be available for those who wish to continue the program for an additional three weeks to build on the skills learned in Part A. For more information contact Nutritious Healing at: nutritioushealing2017@gmail.com 3 Sessions $125 Instructor: Nutritious Healing 47815 Potomac CRC 4/10 T 10:00am-11:00am 47816 Wisconsin Pl CRC 4/12 Th 6:00pm-7:00pm

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Syndrome through Diet - Part B

Ages 18 & Up: Prerequisite NEEDED to register!

A guided program, in a small, supportive group, to facilitate dietary change following a low FODMAP diet. Research has shown that the low FODMAP diet improves gastrointestinal symptoms such as gas, bloating and pain. Part B, for those of you that would like to continue the program will meet for an additional three weeks, working specifically on dietary triggers, while discussing current food trends and finally co-creating a well-balanced, individual eating program to eliminate IBS symptoms. For more information contact Nutritious Healing at:nutritioushealing2017@gmail.com 3 Sessions $125 Instructor: Nutritious Healing 47817 Potomac CRC 5/8 T 10:00am-11:00am 47818 Wisconsin Pl CRC 5/10 Th 6:00pm-7:00pm

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Ages 16 & Up: A slower pace for mixed levels that modifies basic yoga poses to enhance each individual experience. Relaxation techniques and easy going dynamic movement coordinated with simple rhythmic breathing.

Increase energy, stamina and muscle strength and flexibility, and learn to release tension.

Introduction to meditation. Bring a mat/towel and wear comfortable clothing. For questions call Moira at 301-493-9065 8 Sessions $86 Instructor: Moira Martin 46271 Lawton CRC 4/12 Th 9:30am-10:45am

Essential Yoga For Beginners

Ages 16 & Up: Explore the core elements of yoga. This class focuses on the fundamentals of yoga, including posture, body alignment, breath and foundational yogic concepts. This series of yoga classes is perfect for first time and experienced students. Bring a yoga mat and blanket. Wear comfortable clothes. Bare feet are essential. Contact Tamara in advance of the first class with any questions at 301-891-1247 or tljhealth@earthlink.net 9 Sessions $93 Instructor: Tamara Lewis Johnson 46376 Coffield CRC 4/12 Th 6:00pm-7:00pm

Evening Yoga

Ages 18 & Up: (For beginning and continuing students). Learn to bring your mind, body and spirit into harmony and balance. Relax, relieve tension and create a sense of calmness and well being as you improve flexibility, strength and energy. Classes begin with warm-up movements and breath awareness, followed by a sequence of yoga postures and end with deep relaxation.

Students should wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat. Contact the instructor in advance of first class with any questions at: robin.michele.morris@gmail.com.

9 Sessions $94 Instructor: Robin Morris 46420 Wisconsin Pl CRC 4/11 W 6:15pm-7:15pm

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Gentle Yoga

Ages 5 & Up: The pranayama, proper deep breathing techniques evenly works out every muscle, joints and your body to improve flexibility, balance, calm your mind, tone your muscles, increases blood flow and circulation throughout your body and boost confidence.

Get strong, flexible and focused, while working out with your younger ones. This is a great quality way to be together and also introduce calming and fun, healthy ways for your family to interact. The family can learn yoga and meditation skills for kids, that can be used throughout their lives as a best tool to relax themselves in any given situation. Sign-up for Meditation for Beginners after 6:15pm for complete relaxation experience! For more information contact Gaya at 734-709-3632 or Gurunamah@outlook.com.

7 Sessions $125 Instructor: Gayatri Mohan-Iyengar 46282 N. Potomac CRC 4/5 Th 4:15pm-5:00pm

Gentle Therapeutic Yoga

Ages 16 & Up: (14-16 years if accompanied by a parent or guardian). For beginning and continuing students. Are you interested in experiencing a stress-free healthy lifestyle?

If so, yoga could be a part of your exercise routine. Yoga has been practiced for over a millennia as a gentle and effective form of exercise that benefits body and mind alike. You will feel energetic and invigorated after each session. Bring a yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing. Sign-up for Meditation for Beginners before at 6:15pm for complete relaxation experience! For more information contact Gaya at: 734-709-3632 or Gurunamah@outlook.com.

7 Sessions $115 Instructor: Gayatri Mohan-Iyengar 46283 N. Potomac CRC 4/5 Th 7:15pm-8:15pm

10 Sessions $104 Instructor: Irene Bopp 46533 Bauer Drive CRC 4/3 T

Hatha Yoga and Stress Management Beg/Con

Ages 18 & Up: Learn to deal with stresses of daily like with breathing exercises that help connect body and mind. Become better acquainted with your body through yoga poses (asanas) that will increase your flexibility and strength. Learning to keep the body in good alignment will stimulate your health and promote well-being. Count on finding humor and friendly people in every class.

Wear comfortable clothing. Please bring a mat or towel, a belt and a block to class. Contact Suzana at 301-326-4276 or suzanacooper@ yahoo.com 9 Sessions $135 Instructor: Suzana Cooper 46417 Lawton CRC 4/11 W 9:45am-11:00am 46418 Lawton CRC 4/13 F 9:45am-11:00am

Massage Ball Workshop

Ages 16 & Up: This workshop is on the use of massage ball for relieving pain and increasing neck, shoulder and spine mobility. Massage balls provide self-help measures for achieving deep tissue massage. The workshop also employs stretches to improve the range of motion of shoulders and back. The techniques learned are to be used with a massage ball. A material fee of $22 paid to instructor. Please wear non-restrictive clothing and bring a water bottle to class. For more information, call Maggie Wong 301-365-2424, email Maggie@ yogaplus.com or visit her website at www.yogaplus.com 1 Session $41 Instructor: Maggie Wong 46431 Yoga Plus 4/22 S

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Family Yoga

Ages 17 & Up: For beginning and continuing students. Combines warm-ups, gentle postures, and yogic breathing to improve mobility and reduce stress. You will learn the basic principles of body alignment and breath awareness inspired by a meaningful intention and a joyful attitude. Each class consists of gentle postures that stretch, strengthen, and balance your body, ending in deep relaxation. The instructor encourages students to listen to their bodies and progress at their own pace. Wear nonrestrictive, comfortable clothes. Bare feet are essential. Bring a yoga mat and blanket. Contact the instructor in advance of the first class with any questions or to purchase materials: Irene at Irene54@aol.com

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Vini Yoga Intermediate

Ages 14 & Up: For continuing students. Previous yoga experience required. More emphasis on sequences, breathing, and meditation. Bring a mat or towel and wear comfortable clothing.

Questions contact Neva at: 240-381-1409 or email at: nevafusion@gmail.com

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7 Sessions $85 Instructor: Neva Ingalls 46366 Potomac CRC 4/9 M 6:30pm-7:45pm

Vinyasa Yoga

Ages 14 & Up: For continuing and beginning students. Relaxation techniques and easy going movements coordinated with simple rhythmic breathing. Increase energy, stamina, muscle strength and flexibility; release tension.

Introduces meditation. Bring a mat or towel and wear comfortable clothing. Questions contact Neva at: 240-381-1409 or email at: nevafusion@gmail.com 9 Sessions $109 Instructor: Neva Ingalls 46367 Potomac CRC 4/12 Th 10:15am-11:30am

Yoga at 50

Ages 50 & Up: Tailored to active 50 plus yrs.

Learn yoga exercise that stretches muscles, improve circulation, and realign the body. Yoga postures (asanas) and flows (vinyasas) will help keep and increase strength of muscle and bone. You will enjoy breathing exercises that diminish stress and reconnect body and spirit.

Count on finding humor and friendly people in every class. Wear comfortable clothing.

Please bring a mat or towel, a belt and a block to class. Contact Suzana at 301-326-4276 or suzanacooper@yahoo.com 8 Sessions $120 Instructor: Suzana Cooper 46419 Wisconsin Pl CRC 4/14 Sa 9:45am-11:00am

Yoga Ball Therapy Workshop

Ages 14 & Up: (14-16 years if accompanied by a parent or guardian). Teaches a self massage holistic techniques using yoga ball. This self massage technique is an art of using our own body energy line which is known as the hara lines. The hara lines are known as the energetic or spiritual lines, where the chakras lines up on or align. We locate these energy lines as a map of the body to locate various pressure points, were the tightness and stress sometimes resides. By working on the various pressure points starting from the feet where the energy lines can be accessed going up and working throughout the various acupressure points along the body to bring it back into proper balance by releasing the stress that we tend to hold on various parts of the body which causes tightness and tensions. This holistic practice will take place on our yoga mats and using stability ball, with guided breathing, pranayama cleansing and celebrating a new awareness of your mind, body and spirit. The only side effect of this practice is the release of tension, stress, anxiety, tightness and unnecessary stiffness.

Please bring a small stability exercise ball, 55cms and yoga mat. For more information contact Gaya at: 734-709-3632 or Gurunamah@ outlook.com.

1 Session $50 Instructor: Gayatri Mohan-Iyengar 46286 N. Potomac CRC 5/2 W 6:30pm-7:30pm

Yoga Basics

Ages 17 & Up: Introduces beginning and continuing students to yogic principles of body alignment and breathing awareness, inspired by a meaningful intention and a joyful attitude. Emphasis is placed on standing poses and strengthening and stretching the legs, back, and shoulders. Benefits of this practice include improved muscle tone, increased circulation, better concentration, and deeper relaxation. Wear comfortable clothes such as t-shirts, shorts, tights, or leggings. Bare feet are essential. Bring a sticky yoga mat and a yoga blanket. Contact the instructor in advance of the first class with any questions or to purchase materials: (Irene Bopp) Irene54@aol.com 10 Sessions $104 Instructor: Irene Bopp 46535 Bauer Drive CRC 4/3 T 7:30pm-8:30pm 46534 Mid County CRC 4/4 W 7:30pm-8:30pm 46536 Praisner CRC 4/5 Th 10:30am-11:30am 46537 East County CRC 4/5 Th 7:00pm-8:00pm

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Yoga for Everybody

8 Sessions $105 Instructor: Robin Bruckner 46272 Ross Boddy CRC 4/14 Sa 10:15am-11:30am 46273 Ross Boddy CRC 4/11 W 10:15am-11:30am

Yoga for Life

Ages 18 & Up: Through body awareness, simple and non-threatening yoga postures, and mindfulness strategies, this class will provide skills to use at home and at work to feel stronger, more grounded, and more in tune with your physical body. No yoga experience is necessary. Come and enjoy a lighthearted and soulful approach to yoga! Please bring mat.

Instructor will supply blankets, blocks and straps during class. For more information contact Amy at: amyelizabethbranson@gmail.com 9 Sessions Instructor: Amy Branson 47201 Longwood CRC

$90 4/12 Th 6:30pm-7:30pm

Yoga for Mobility & Strength

Ages 16 & Up: This class is to help you to improve mobility and strength to enable you to walk, run, sit and move the way your body was intended, and to do so without tension or pain. It is a good complement for other exercise classes and especially valuable for desk-bound office workers. People with scoliosis have also found these exercises helpful. Class location: Potomac Methodist Church, 9908 S. Glen Road, Potomac, MD 20854 For more information please call Maggie Wong 301-365-2424, email Maggie@yogaplus.com or visit her website at http://www.yogaplus.com 8 Sessions $140 Instructor: Maggie Wong 46434 Yoga Plus 4/12 Th 7:30pm-9:00pm

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Ages 18 & Up: This class is to help you to improve flexibility and mobility to enable you to walk, run, sit and move the way your body was intended, and to do so without tension or pain. It is a good complement for other exercise classes and especially valuable for desk-bound office workers. The class sequence begins with gentle warm-up stretches and movements, then progresses to core strengthening exercises and the use of light weights for upper body toning.

This is followed by simple yoga movements to improve whole body functionality: strength, flexibility and balance. The class concludes with gentle stretching to calm the mind and prepare for the day. No prior yoga or other exercise experience is necessary - all are most welcome.

Class location: Carderock Springs Clubhouse.

8200 Hamilton Spring Ct. Bethesda.

8 Sessions $140 Instructor: Maggie Wong 46432 Yoga Plus 4/10 T 9:00am-10:30am

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Yoga Fundamentals

Ages 16 & Up: (For beginning and continuing students.) Enjoy a balanced practice with benefits for your body, mind and spirit.

Stretch and tone muscle, release chronic tension, de-stress and refresh. Calm restless thoughts, cultivate concentration, and support mental clarity and confidence. Encourage self-acceptance, honor inner wisdom, and invite deep peace. Classes begin with warmup movements and breathing awareness to prepare you for yoga postures. The heart of each class is a sequence of postures that stretch, strengthen and balance your body.

Each class ends with deep relaxation and meditation. This physically challenging class is designed for individuals who are free of serious injuries or physical vulnerabilities. Bring a yoga mat, blanket and bare feet to class. Questions contact Nancy at: yogawithnancy@gmail.com

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Ages 16 & Up: For beginning and continuing students. Whether you practice consistently or this is your first encounter, yoga is for everybody. Yoga is more than just physical exercise- it’s a transformation practice that integrates body, mind and spirit. Each class consists of breath awareness, warm-ups, yoga postures and guided relaxation techniques to create a sense of calm and well-being. Students are encouraged to listen to their bodies and progress at their own pace. Bring a yoga mat, water and a blanket and wear comfortable clothing. Contact Robin in advance for first class with any questions at: firstencounteryoga@ yahoo.com

Yoga for Mobility & Strength

9 Sessions $135 Instructor: Nancy Neves 47202 Bauer Drive CRC 4/10 T 10:45am-12:00pm

Yoga/Stretching for Your Relaxation

Ages 18 & Up: Practice gentle stretching and learn basic yoga postures to increase energy, flexibility, strength and balance. Class includes a focus on breathing and relaxation techniques.

Those with injuries should consult a physician prior to registration. Bring a yoga mat, blanket and bare feet to class. Questions contact Nancy at: yogawithnancy@gmail.com 9 Sessions $108 Instructor: Nancy Neves 47203 Mid County CRC 4/11 W 11:00am-12:00pm

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Martial Arts Classes General Martial Arts Aikido

MARTIAL ARTS

Ages 12 & Up: Known as “the gentle martial art” aikido is defensive yet powerful discipline that redirects an attacker’s energy through evasions, throws, escapes, and pins. By learning the principles and practices of Aikido, one can learn to manage conflict in one’s personal life, be non-aggressive without being a victim, become empowered by learning to coordinate mind and body, and deal effectively with stress in one’s daily life. This class will also introduce, healing with “KI” energy and meditative breathing.

9 Sessions $75 Instructor: Christopher Rowe 47552 Ross Boddy CRC 4/9 M 7:00pm-8:30pm

Classic Vovinam Martial Arts Advanced

Ages 8 & Up: (For advanced students with instructor permission only) Continue learning defense using your hands, elbows, kicks, throws, escape & levering, joint locks, choke holds, and submissions. Vovinam techniques are simple, effective, and artistic. They are realistic, easy to learn, suitable for anyone 8 and older. Each 90 minute section includes extensive warm ups, fall breaks, rolling, strikes/ kicks/blocks, forms, and sparring. This course prepares you for real life situations, such as how to fall safely on streets; you will train constantly with partners of different sizes. For more information call: (301) 204-3118 or emal: VovinamMD@gmail.com 17 Sessions $136 Instructor: Yanni Nguyen 47792 Eastern MS 4/10 T 7:30pm-9:00pm

Sa 1:00pm-2:30pm

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Classic Vovinam Martial Arts

Ages 8 & Up: Be among the first to learn this exotic martial art. Vovinam is a martial art used by the Vietnamese to fight in wars and is growing rapidly in popularity around the world.

Learn defense using your hands, elbows, kicks, throws, escape and levering, joint locks, choke holds, and submissions. Vovinam techniques are simple, effective, and artistic. They are realistic, easy to learn, and suitable for anyone 8 and older. Each 90 minute section includes extensive warm ups, fall breaks, rolling, strikes/ kicks/blocks, forms, and sparring. This course prepares you for real life situations, such as how to fall safely on streets; you will train constantly with partners of different sizes. For more information, call 301-204-3118 or email VovinamMD@gmail.com 17 Sessions $136 Instructor: Yanni Nguyen All Ages 47793 Plum Gar NRC 4/9 M,W 7:00pm-8:30pm Beginners 47794 Eastern MS 4/10 T 7:30pm-9:00pm

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Iaido

Ages 18 & Up: Japanese classical martial arts attempt to understand, learn and incorporate the samurai philosophy, and to follow and emulate their ability. The purpose of our training is the development of inner strength to use in the service of our families, schools and community. In the process we’ll develop confidence, self-assurance and physical strength, and instinctive reactions or reflexes. classical martial arts is not a sport, it is a way of life. For questions please contact bskofmc@ gmail.com.

9 Sessions $88 Instructor:Salvador Cortes 47785 Kensington 4/12 Th 8:05pm-9:00pm

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Judo

Ages 5-15: The class emphasizes the various basic techniques of judo, a Japanese martial art that includes aspects of self-control, discipline, respect, politeness, balance, and coordination.

Japanese terms are taught and used throughout the class. Judo is a good way to be healthy in daily life. At the end of each class, the participant is given a symbol to remind them of some aspect of judo.

9 Sessions $293 Instructor: Frederic Hocde Ages 5-10 47878 Ken Gar Center 4/10 T Ages 7-15 47879 Ken Gar Center 4/10 T

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Karate and Iaido

Ages 10 & Up: Discover a way to overcome your daily stress. Iaido is described as cultivation of patience to keep you from conflict. Control of body, as well as mind, are the desired results.

Additional benefits include discipline and respect, balance and patience, fitness, and energy. Participants will need to purchase a gi.

8:05pm-9:00pm

Karate Do and Iaido Beginners

Ages 6-13: Discover a way to overcome your daily stress. Iaido is described as cultivation of patience to keep you from conflict. Control of body, as well as mind, are the desired results.

Additional benefits include discipline and respect, balance and patience, fitness, and energy. Participants will need to purchase a gi.

9 Sessions $88 Instructor: Salvador Cortes 47787 Kensington 4/10 T 7:00pm-7:55pm

Parkwood ES 47788 Kensington 4/12 Th 7:00pm-7:55pm

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Karate/Jujitsu

Ages 6-13: (Students must be 6 at the start of class): Instruction in the physical and psychological aspects of Tang Soo Do style Korean Karate and Jujitsu. Lecture, exercise, drills and competition with promotional exams available. Instructors from Tompkins Karate Association (TKA). New students accepted prior to the 3rd class of each session. Beginners; if your chosen location offers a 6pm class, you must register for that 6pm class time. Beginners must attend 6pm at Upper County CC, Bauer CC, Damascus CC, Resnik ES, Praisner CC, and Germantown CC. Beginners may attend the later time at all other sites.

10 Sessions $73 Instructor: TKA Inc. 46321 Upper County CRC 4/9 46322 Longwood CRC 4/9 46323 Upper County CRC 4/9 46324 Glenallan ES 4/9 46325 Germantown CRC 4/10 46326 Germantown CRC 4/10 46327 Mid-County CRC 4/10 46328 Damascus CRC 4/11 46329 Damascus CRC 4/11 46330 Clara Barton NRC 4/11 46331 Bauer Drive CRC 4/11 46332 Bauer Drive CRC 4/11 46333 Potomac CRC 4/11 46334 Resnik ES 4/11 46335 Resnik ES 4/11

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Karate/Jujitsu Adult

Ages 13 & Up: Instruction in the physical and psychological aspects of Tang Soo Do style Korean Karate and Jujitsu. Lecture, exercise, drills and competition with promotional exams available. Instructors from Tompkins Karate Association (TKA). All locations accept beginning through advanced students. New students accepted before the 3rd class of each session.

10 Sessions $86 Instructor: TKA Inc. 46343 Upper County CRC 4/9 46344 Glenallan ES 4/9 46354 Mid-County CRC 4/10 46345 Damascus CRC 4/11 46346 Bauer Drive CRC 4/11 46347 Potomac CRC 4/11 46348 Stedwick ES 4/11 46349 Bethesda ES 4/12 46350 Praisner CRC 4/12 46351 DuFief ES 4/12 46352 Rolling Terrace ES 4/12 46353 Germantown CRC 4/10

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Karate/Jujitsu Club

Ages 13 & Up: Open to brown and black belt TKA students. Practice with each other and develop skills under supervision of select instructors. No formal instruction during Club sessions. Note: Participants registering for this class must be registered in a regular TKA class during the same season.

10 Sessions Instructor: TKA Inc. 46355 Holiday Park SC

MARTIAL ARTS

9 Sessions $88 Instructor: Salvador Cortes 47786 Kensington 4/10 T

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Ages 13 & Up: Develop skills under supervision of select instructors. No formal instruction during Club sessions.

10 Sessions Instructor: TKA Inc. 46356 Holiday Park SC

$48 4/13 F

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Karate/Jujitsu Little Ninjas

MARTIAL ARTS

Ages 5-7: Through the concept of "edutainment" children will develop the skills of concentration and self-control. Help gain confidence through learning the basic skills of karate in a safe, clean, and professional environment. Our low student-to-teacher ratio and safe training mats will ensure that your child has a comfortable and exciting experience.

An official Kicks Karate uniform and belt are included in the course fee.

5 Sessions $65 Instructor: Kicks Karate 47833 Kicks - Bethesda 4/7 Sa 10:00am-10:40am 47834 Kicks - N. Bethesda 4/7 Sa 10:00am-10:40am 47835 Kicks - Potomac 4/7 Sa 9:30am-10:10am 47836 Kicks - Shady Grove 4/7 Sa 8:55am-9:25am 47837 Kicks - Germantown 4/7 Sa 9:00am-9:30am 47838 Kicks - Clarksburg 4/7 Sa 10:00am-10:40am 47845 Kicks - Bethesda 5/12 Sa 10:00am-10:40am 47846 Kicks - N. Bethesda 5/12 Sa 10:00am-10:40am 47847 Kicks - Potomac 5/12 Sa 9:30am-10:10am 47848 Kicks - Shady Grove 5/12 Sa 8:55am-9:25am 47849 Kicks - Germantown 5/12 Sa 9:00am-9:30am 47850 Kicks - Clarksburg 5/12 Sa 10:00am-10:40am 10 Sessions $129 Instructor: Kicks Karate 47831 Kicks - Potomac 4/9 M,W 4:20pm-5:00pm 47839 Kicks - Shady Grove 4/9 M,W 6:00pm-6:30pm 47840 Kicks - Germantown 4/9 M,W 6:10pm-6:40pm 47829 Kicks - Bethesda 4/10 T,Th 6:20pm-7:00pm 47830 Kicks - N. Bethesda 4/10 T,Th 6:20pm-7:00pm 47832 Kicks - Clarksburg 4/10 T,Th 5:00pm-5:40pm 47841 Kicks - Bethesda 5/15 T,Th 6:20pm-7:00pm 47842 Kicks - N. Bethesda 5/15 T,Th 6:20pm-7:00pm 47843 Kicks - Potomac 5/14 M,W 5:00pm-5:40pm 47844 Kicks - Clarksburg 5/15 T,Th 5:00pm-5:40pm 47851 Kicks - Shady Grove 5/14 M,W 6:00pm-6:30pm 47852 Kicks - Germantown 5/14 M,W 6:10pm-6:40pm

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Zen Budo Karate: Self-Defense

Ages 11 & Up: ZBK Self Defense combines the most practical and simple methods of self defense found primarily in Karate but also in other styles. If you really want to be able to defend yourself in a stressful realistic situation, “Goshin Jutsu Karate” is for you. The style incorporates joint locks, throws, submissions, and pressure points. It teaches you to defend yourself against single and multiple opponents, weapons and how to escape holds and grabs.

8 Sessions $85 Instructor: Christopher Bowers 47926 White Oak CRC 4/9 M 7:30pm-9:00pm 47927 Poolesville ES 4/12 Th 7:30pm-9:00pm

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Ages 7-10: “Goshin Jutsu” Karate is a holistic martial arts program that teaches the basics of self defense including throws, joint locks, pressure points and sparring practice. Emphasis in the class is on realistic and practical partner work participation.

Contractual Instructors are needed to instruct professional quality classes for all ages. Send a resume and class proposal to:

8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Christopher Bowers 47925 White Oak CRC 4/9 M 6:30pm-7:30pm

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Ballet

Arts

Fairy Tale Ballet

Abrakadoodle: Twoosy Doodlers

8 Sessions $125 Instructor: Nancy Delasos 46572 N. Potomac CRC 4/10 T 4:45pm-5:30pm 46570 Coffield CRC 4/12 Th 9:45am-10:30am 46571 Potomac CRC 4/13 F 9:30am-10:15am

Young Rembrandts: Preschool Drawing

Ages 3.5-5: Let Young Rembrandt help prepare your preschooler for kindergarten. We will teach your children skills that will help them grow, develop and excel all while having fun.

We’ll concentrate on the skills of drawing and coloring wile we develop fine motor skills, focus, listening, staying on task, patience and spatial organization. Each session contains all new lessons. Adult participation not required.

6 Sessions $69 Instructor: Young Rembrandts 46458 Upper County CRC 4/16 M 10:15am-11:00am 46457 N. Potomac CRC 4/17 T 10:15am-11:00am 46456 Germantown CRC 4/18 W 10:15am-11:00am

All prices, dates, times and locations are current as of the time the Guide goes to press.

They are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

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6 Sessions $100 Instructor: Jennifer Ferrigno Age 3 46605 N. Potomac CRC 4/14 Sa 9:10am-9:55am 47184 Lawton CRC 4/14 Sa 9:35am-10:20am Age 3-4 46607 N. Potomac CRC 4/14 Sa 11:00am-11:45am 47186 Lawton CRC 4/14 Sa 11:15am-12:00pm Age 4-5 46606 N. Potomac CRC 4/14 Sa 10:00am-10:45am 47185 Lawton CRC 4/14 Sa 10:25am-11:10am

Kidz Dance

Ages 2-4: Children will love this fun introduction to ballet dance. Children will explore dance, rhythm and coordination. Parent participation may be required. Ballet slippers are required.

8 Sessions $102 Instructor: Grace Oleson 46573 Coffield CRC 4/16 M 46574 Germantown CRC 4/18 W 46575 Arcola ES 4/19 Th 46576 N. Potomac CRC 4/17 T

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Ages 20m-4y: Our youngest artists get the chance to explore paints, modeling compounds, oil pastels, watercolors and other wonderful art materials. They roll, scribble, shake and pound as they learn about color, shape and form while building the hand-eye coordination and fine motor skills they’ll need later in school to write and draw. They will build confidence while exploring creative and innovative materials.

Your budding artist will shine. A $25 material fee is due at first session.

Ages 3-5: Fairy Tale Ballet is a unique and creative program catered to the imaginations of children ages 3-5 years old. The class incorporates the fundamentals of proper ballet technique while promoting a fun environment complete with rotating storybooks, costuming and props. Instructors bring each of the storybooks to life through movement, costuming and creative imagination. For questions please email the instructor at jsferrigno86@gmail.com or call 484-431-0849.

3:30pm-4:15pm 3:30pm-4:15pm 4:15pm-5:00pm 3:30pm-4:15pm

PRE Ballet

Ages 2-5: The class introduces students to dance, movements and basic ballet techniques and terminology. Rhythm and coordination are emphasized. We create a fun environment to motivate toddlers in learning effectively.

Classes are taught in French. Ballet slippers are required. Dance outfit is optional and can be purchased at studio for $53.

8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Sabine Philippe 46963 Dansez! Studio 4/10 T 10:00am-10:30am 46964 Dansez! Studio 4/11 W 10:00am-10:30am 46965 Dansez! Studio 4/12 Th 10:00am-10:30am

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General Dance

Learn through Music and Movement

Bollywood Dance for Toddlers

Ages 2-5: Dance movements provide tots better motor coordination and concentration, sense of rhythm and self confidence. They also learn math by forming rhythmic patterns and team work. Bollywood is named after a Bombay industry that produces 500 musical movies every year. Learn from popular soundtracks.

Adult participation is welcomed. For more information call, 301-299-3334.

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7 Sessions $109 Instructor: Kumud Mathur 46308 Potomac CRC 4/17 T

5:15pm-6:00pm

Hippo Hoppo

Ages 3-5: (HIP HOP FOR TOTS) This class is perfect for introducing your little one to hip hop. Using games and music, the class focuses on rhythm, musicality and basic footwork. It is great way to get kids moving! A great class for those energetic little ones who just love to move! We only use age appropriate music and hip hop dance moves to create a love for dance!

No prior dance experience necessary.

3 Sessions $31 Instructor: Robyn Lindsey 46360 Germantown CRC 4/14 46361 Potomac CRC 4/15 46362 Germantown CRC 5/12 46363 Potomac CRC 5/13 46364 White Oak CRC 4/14 46365 White Oak CRC 5/12

Sa 12:00pm-12:45pm S 10:00am-10:45am Sa 12:00pm-12:45pm S 10:00am-10:45am Sa 10:15am-11:00am Sa 10:15am-11:00am

Jazzmatazz Preschool Dance

Ages 3-5: An introduction to dance through creative movement using a variety of musical styles that children love. Children must be toilet trained. Dress code for class are any color leotards, tights, and well fitted all leather ballet slippers. No lace tutus and only short dance skirts please.

10 Sessions $100 Instructor: Betsy Saunders 47267 Long Branch CRC 4/7 Sa 10:15am-11:00am

Ages 2.5-5.5: We will play and explore instruments together, sing and move to the music and will hear and act out simple stories and rhymes. These activities will delight and engage the children while, building selfconfidence, self-control, and communication skills. Every second class students get acquainted with a new instrument. Full sets of instruments for each student are provided for in each class. Group music-making releases energy which can then be channeled in creative, productive directions. Children learn about themselves and others by playing music together and by listening to each other.

9 Sessions $112 Instructor: Ganna Petrova 47264 N. Potomac CRC 4/11 W 10:00am-10:45am

Libra Dance Class

Ages 3.5-5.5: We will focus on coordination, rhythm, building flexibility and developing complex patterns. Students will be exposed to various styles of dance movements, floor exercising and stretching. Performance will take a place at the last class in the session. Class requires stretchable comfy clothes, dance/ ballet shoes or soft slippers. A $12 material is due at first session.

9 Sessions $112 Instructor: Ganna Petrova 47265 N. Potomac CRC 4/11 W 11:00am-11:45am

Mommy and Me Music

Ages 6m-2.5: Children, even babies, are inspired and stimulated through interaction with peers of different ages. Younger children watch and imitate older children. Everyone is happy to be in the class together. Your baby will engage at their own level, vocalizing, moving, listening, observing, acting out simple stories and rhymes and exploring musical instruments. Every second class students get acquainted with a new instrument. A full sets of instruments are provided in each class.

8 Sessions $87 Instructor: Ganna Petrova 47266 Germantown CRC 4/9 M 11:45am-12:30pm

PRE Hip Hop

Ages 2-5: This is a high energy, fun and upbeat dance class. This class allows your children to move freely, using their own body movement styles. Children participate at their own pace.

8 Sessions $80 Instructor: Sabine Philippe 46968 Dansez! Studio 4/10 T 10:30am-11:00am 46966 Dansez! Studio 4/11 W 10:30am-11:00am 46967 Dansez! Studio 4/12 Th 10:30am-11:00am

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Learn Now Music: My First Music Class

"Perfect activity for a toddler and parent or caregiver."

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General Music Ages 1-3: A fun, creative and enjoyable way to develop coordination and gross motor skills, an inner beat for music, balance and reinforce cognitive learning. Activities include singing, rhyming, and moving to different rhythms, playing simple percussion and melodic instruments. Siblings of registered participants, 8 months old and up, must register and pay class fee. Adult participation required. A $15 material fee is due at first session.

9 Sessions $134 Instructor: Geiza Dourado Carvalho 46275 Wisconsin Pl CRC 4/10 T 10:15am-11:00am 46276 Potomac CRC 4/13 F 10:15am-11:00am 46277 Veirs Mill LP 4/9 M 10:00am-10:45am

Learn Now Music: Little Fingers Piano

Ages 2-5: Our youngest musicians will participate in musical instruction and ageappropriate theory as well as musical games, special extension curriculum based activities, musical listening excerpts, related projects and more. Each student will be issued free rental instrument and materials to borrow for the duration of the class. Materials are intended for in-class and at-home exploration. A rental agreement must be signed by the parent at the first class. Instruments must be returned at the end of the program on the last scheduled class day. For specific questions contact LNM at 1-800-399-6414 or CustomerService@ learnnowmusic.com.

7 Sessions $108 Instructor: Learn Now Music 46466 N. Potomac CRC 4/16 M 10:30am-11:00am 8 Sessions $144 Instructor: Learn Now Music 46465 Bauer Drive CRC 4/18 W 10:30am-11:00am

Music Together

Ages 6 & Under: A fun, interactive family music experience which includes a variety of musical styles, tonalities and rhythms. Activities include singing, chanting, props, instrument exploration, improvisation and large movement.

Adults discover their power as role models for their children by having fun and making music themselves regardless of their musical ability.

Each child is free to participate at his/ her own level in this mixed-age, developmentally appropriate setting. A $42 material fee will be assessed at the time of registration. Participants will receive an award-winning Music Together CD and songbook. For more information, go to www.musictogethermontgomery.com or call the instructor at 301-879-6988.

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Discovering Music for Toddlers

Ages 2-5: Enjoy music with your child while they experience their first music class. We will explore fun topics such as the farm, cooks in the kitchen, the sea, birds, animals, parts of the body and some other surprises. Students and parents will participate in language repetition speech development, greetings and goodbyes, verbal and physical counting, memory and reaction exercises, gross and fine motor skills, instrument manipulation handling, rhythm exercises, and listening; melody development.

Small manipulatives such as scarves, bean bags and small percussive instruments will be supplied and utilized in class. For specific questions please contact LNM at 1-800-3996414 or CustomerService@learnnowmusic. com.

10 Sessions $240 Instructor: Nancy Nuttle 46589 Mid County CRC 4/7 Sa 10:00am-10:45am 46590 Mid County CRC 4/7 Sa 11:00am-11:45am

7 Sessions $108 Instructor: Learn Now Music 46464 N. Potomac CRC 4/16 M 10:00am-10:30am 8 Sessions $144 Instructor: Learn Now Music 46463 Bauer Drive CRC 4/18 W 10:00am-10:30am

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General Sports Coach Doug Pre Wee Wanna Be

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Ages 1.5-2: Children get a great start enjoying sports while working with their moms, dads, or guardians. They will be introduced to agility training with soccer and other age appropriate sports through supervised play sessions with their parents or guardians. Each child is guided through sports and play sessions and can participate at his or her own pace. This is a wonderful way to introduce tots to the joy of sports. Adult participation required. Call 301983-2690 for more information. A $10 material fee is due at first session.

8 Sessions $110 Instructor: Coach Doug Academy 46403 Germantown CRC 4/10 T 9:30am-10:15am 46404 Bauer Drive CRC 4/11 W 9:30am-10:15am 46405 Potomac CRC 4/12 Th 9:30am-10:15am 47182 N. Potomac CRC 4/13 F 9:30am-10:15am

Coach Doug Seasonal Sports

Ages 4-7: Join us as we build self-esteem, enhance cooperation, focus on skills and fitness in a fun and positive environment. Classes will focus on a specific sport to allow children an opportunity to comfortably develop their interest and abilities. Sports change each session and include agility training, soccer, tee ball, lacrosse and more. Parent participation not required. Call 301-983-2690 for more information. A $10 material fee is due at first session.

8 Sessions $110 Instructor: Coach Doug Academy 46406 Germantown CRC 4/10 T 4:00pm-4:45pm 46407 Oakland Terrace ES 4/14 Sa 11:00am-11:45am 46408 Potomac CRC 4/12 Th 4:15pm-5:00pm

Coach Doug Soccer

Ages 3-6: Learn fundamental soccer skills in a fun and friendly environment with emphasis on building techniques and self confidence.

We cover skill development, soccer rules and playing strategies. By concentrating on soccer, children have a greater opportunity to comfortably develop individual skills in a team concept. Adult participation not required.

Children participate on their own under the guidance of Coach Doug. Call 301-983-2690 for more information. A $10 material fee is due at first session.

8 Sessions $110 Instructor: Coach Doug Academy 46409 Germantown CRC 4/10 T 5:00pm-5:45pm 46410 Oakland Terrace ES 4/14 Sa 11:45am-12:30pm 46411 Potomac CRC 4/12 Th 5:00pm-5:45pm

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Coach Doug We Wanna Be

Ages 2-5: Kids and their parents/guardians will be introduced to agility training, soccer, tee ball, lacrosse and other seasonal sports through supervised non-competitive play sessions with their moms, dads, or guardians. Each child can participate at his or her own pace. Call 301-9832690 for additional information. A $10 material fee due at first session.

8 Sessions $110 Instructor: Coach Doug Academy 46414 Bauer Drive CRC 4/11 W 10:30am-11:15am 46412 Potomac CRC 4/12 Th 10:30am-11:15am 46413 Potomac CRC 4/12 Th 1:30pm-2:15pm 47183 N. Potomac CRC 4/13 F 10:30am-11:15am 46415 Oakland Terrace ES 4/14 Sa 9:30am-10:15am 46416 Oakland Terrace ES 4/14 Sa 10:15am-11:00am

Gymnastics - Pre School

Ages 3.5-4.5: Tumbling, balance beam, bar, and trampoline skills will be explored. This class will develop children’s strength, coordination, flexibility, mental processing and self confidence.

6 Sessions $130 Instructor: Dobre Gymnastics Academy Ages 3.5-4.5 46297 Dobre Gymnastics 4/11 W 10:30am-11:15am Ages 3.5-6 46296 Dobre Gymnastics 4/10 T 5:30pm-6:15pm Ages 4.5-6 46298 Dobre Gymnastics 4/14 Sa 2:15pm-3:00pm

Gymnastics - Preschool and One Parent

Ages 2-3.5: Parents learn to help their toddler develop beginning gymnastics skills. Children learn to follow directions and cooperate utilizing an obstacle course, trampoline, balance beam and the foam pit.

6 Sessions $120 Instructor: Dobre Gymnastics Academy 46299 Dobre Gymnastics 4/11 W 9:45am-10:30am

Hummingbirds Soccer

Ages 3-4: Participants have fun and learn the basics of soccer: dribbling, passing, trapping, shooting, defense, and positioning. Each session consists of instruction in all aspects of the game, fun drills that are designed to teach fundamental skills to young children, and lowkey, non-competitive games. All coaching will be conducted by Jump Start Sports. Includes team T-shirt and award.

6 Sessions $80 Instructor: Jump Start Sports 38483 Germantown CRC 4/22 S 1:00pm-2:00pm 38479 Bauer Drive CRC 4/21 Sa 10:00am-11:00am 38481 Luxmanor LP 4/21 Sa 1:30pm-2:30pm Follow us on Facebook and Twitter!

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Petite Soccer

Ages 3-5: U.K. Elite recruits top British professional soccer coaches to provide your little one with the best instruction. This program is a fun guide to soccer utilizing maximum activity and participation and high stimulating fantasy games. The focus is creating a fun learning environment in which children develop basic ball manipulation skills, using their feet. U.K. Elite will provide balls for use by all participants.

5 Sessions $115 Instructor: UK Elite Soccer 47770 Bauer Drive CRC 4/15 S 10:00am-10:45am

Ages 2-3: U.K. Elite recruits top British professional soccer coaches to provide your little one with the best instruction. This program is a fun guide to soccer utilizing maximum activity and participation and high stimulating fantasy games. The focus is creating a fun learning environment in which children develop basic ball manipulation skills, using their feet. U.K. Elite will provide balls for use by all participants.

6 Sessions $105 Instructor: UK Elite Soccer 47771 Bauer Drive CRC 4/15 S

9:00am-9:45am

T-Birds T-Ball

Ages 3-4:A fun and highly instructional introduction to baseball. Players learn the basics of throwing, catching, fielding, batting, and base running, and then apply what they have learned in fun, non-competitive games.

Sessions are one hour long, one day per week, and include all instruction and game play in one outing. Schedules will be emailed to all participants one week prior to the start of the season. Instruction is conducted by Jump Start Sports. Players receive a Major League Baseball hat, team T-shirt, and baseball medal. Volunteer coaches may also participate in a detailed coaches training program provided by Jump Start Sports.

6 Sessions $85 Instructor: Jump Start Sports 38475 Ayrlawn Local Park 4/21 Sa 9:00am-11:00am 38477 Quince Orchard 4/21 Sa 2:30pm-3:30pm

Valley NP 38470 Layhill Village LP 4/22 S 1:30pm-2:30pm

Tiny Tigers

Ages 3-4: An action-packed class that focuses on pre-skills. We enhance hand-eye coordination, agility, and balance all while learning basic karate techniques and having fun. We also focus on important life-skills such as improving eye contact, concentration and first-time listening skills. Our full-time instructors work with kids in a safe, clean and fun environment that features top quality equipment and padded floors for extra safety. An official Kicks Karate uniform and white belt are included in your fee.

5 Sessions $65 Instructor: Kicks Karate 47608 Kicks - Bethesda 4/7 Sa 9:00am-9:30am 47610 Kicks - N. Bethesda 4/7 Sa 9:00am-9:30am 47611 Kicks - Potomac 4/7 Sa 9:00am-9:30am 47612 Kicks - Shady Grove 4/7 Sa 10:00am-10:30am 47613 Kicks - Germantown 4/7 Sa 10:00am-10:30am 47615 Kicks - Clarksburg 4/7 Sa 9:00am-9:30am 47686 Kicks - Bethesda 5/12 Sa 9:00am-9:30am 47688 Kicks - N. Bethesda 5/12 Sa 9:00am-9:30am 47689 Kicks - Potomac 5/12 Sa 9:00am-9:30am 47690 Kicks - Shady Grove 5/12 Sa 10:00am-10:30am 47691 Kicks - Germantown 5/12 Sa 10:00am-10:30am 47692 Kicks - Clarksburg 5/12 Sa 9:00am-9:30am 10 Sessions $129 Instructor: Kicks Karate 47577 Kicks - Bethesda 4/10 T,Th 5:20pm-5:50pm 47603 Kicks - N. Bethesda 4/10 T,Th 5:50pm-6:30pm 47604 Kicks - Potomac 4/9 M,W 5:40pm-6:10pm 47605 Kicks - Clarksburg 4/10 T,Th 5:20pm-5:50pm 47665 Kicks - Shady Grove 4/9 M,W 4:00pm-4:30pm 47667 Kicks - Germantown 4/9 M,W 5:40pm-6:10pm 47678 Kicks - Bethesda 5/15 T,Th 5:20pm-5:50pm 47680 Kicks - N. Bethesda 5/15 T,Th 5:50pm-6:30pm 47682 Kicks - Potomac 5/14 M,W 5:40pm-6:10pm 47684 Kicks - Clarksburg 5/15 T,Th 5:20pm-5:50pm 47693 Kicks - Shady Grove 5/14 M,W 4:00pm-4:30pm 47694 Kicks - Germantown 5/14 M,W 5:40pm-6:10pm

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Karate/Jujitsu

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Zen Budo Karate: Little Dragons

Mama Goose on the Loose

6 Sessions $70 Instructor: Christopher Bowers 47539 White Oak CRC 4/23 M 5:45pm-6:30pm 47540 N. Potomac CRC 4/24 T 12:45pm-1:30pm 47541 Wisconsin Pl CRC 4/26 Th 12:45pm-1:30pm

4 Sessions $48 Instructor: Laura Lunking 37609 Bauer Drive CRC 4/14 Sa 10:00am-10:45am 8 Sessions $92 Instructor: Laura Lunking 37607 Mid County CRC 4/11 W 10:00am-10:45am 37608 Bauer Drive CRC 4/12 Th 10:00am-10:45am

Ages 4-6: This program specializes in fun, fun, fun! An exciting martial arts program where students learn the basics of handeye coordination, rolling, falling, throwing a partner, Kata and Yoga. Students learn to stretch, hit pads, kick, punch, complete obstacle courses and earn a new belt after completion of the requirements.

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Playtime & Movement for Tots Funfit Tots 11mons to 2yr

Ages 11m-2: A fun-filled adult/child highenergy exercise class that includes songs, stories, parachutes, games, balls, music and more. Develops motor skills, coordination, socialization, cooperation and reinforces cognitive development. A great workout for both you and your child. Child must be walking.

Adult participation required! A $5.00 material fee is due at first session.

8 Sessions $100 Instructor: Celia Kibler 46388 Tilden MS 4/14 Sa 9:30am-10:15am 46390 Bauer Drive CRC 4/10 T 9:30am-10:15am 46391 Potomac CRC 4/11 W 10:00am-10:45am 46389 Germantown CRC 4/12 Th 9:45am-10:30am

Funfit Tots Family Class

Ages 1.5-4: A fun-filled, high energy activity class that includes games, songs, stories, music, parachute balls and more! A great workout for the whole family! Adult participation required.

Child must be walking. Class price is per child. $5 material fee is due to instructor on the first day of class.

8 Sessions $100 Instructor: Celia Kibler 46394 Bauer Drive CRC 4/10 T 10:15am-11:00am 46395 Potomac CRC 4/11 W 10:45am-11:30am 46393 Germantown CRC 4/12 Th 10:30am-11:15am 46392 Tilden MS 4/14 Sa 10:15am-11:00am

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Ages 6m-2: What a time for a rhyme! Stories, games, music, movement and much more!

Have fun and meet new friends while enriching your child’s language, large motor skills and social development. Price includes all materials.

Adult participation required. For more information email mamagoose@verizon.net

Specialty Programs Kinderstunde

Ages 11m-5: Spaß + Spiel + Bastelei, Lieder + Tänze: Wer ist mit dabei? Ein neues Programm für Eltern mit Kindern (12 Monate & up), um auf altersgerechte Weise ihre deutsche Sprachentwicklung zu unterstützen & zu stärken. Lernt andere deutschsprachige Freunde kennen. This course is based on learning German through a variety of games, stories and much more.Different themes will be implemented on a weekly basis. Meet German speaking friends through this class. I work with children at all levels from beginners to even native speakers. A $5 materials fee is due to the instructor at the first class.

4 Sessions $60 Instructor: Ines Kuperberg 46294 Germantown CRC 4/12 Th 5:15pm-6:00pm 46295 Germantown CRC 5/17 Th 5:15pm-6:00pm

Toddler/Preschool Spanish

Ages 11/2-51/2: Children will be fully immersed Spanish. Classes are composed of a variety of high energy games, sports, obstacle courses, experiments, and more. All activities are grouped by thematic units, with very clear goals and objectives for their immersion in the Spanish language. For questions please contact Miss Cristina at 240-550-2797. A $10 material fee due at first session.

6 Sessions Instructor: Maria Rhoe Ages 11/2-31/2 47191 Bauer Drive CRC 47190 Potomac CRC 47189 Lawton CRC Ages 31/2-51/2 47188 Bauer Drive CRC 47187 Lawton CRC

$85 4/12 Th 10:00am-10:45am 4/13 F 10:00am-10:45am 4/14 Sa 10:00am-10:45am 4/12 Th 5:30pm-6:20pm 4/14 Sa 11:00am-11:45am

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Yoga Tiny Tot Yogis and Parent Yoga

Ages 2-5: This is a 45 minute yoga class, designed for parents (caregivers) and young toddlers to have shared yoga time together. A very fun filled yoga and play for your little yogi.

The toddlers and you will stretch dance, sing and play simple yoga games in a very loving and safe environment.

7 Sessions $145 Instructor: Gayatri Mohan-Iyengar 46285 N. Potomac CRC 4/5 Th 5:15pm-6:00pm

School Break Programs Coach Doug Club Holiday

Ages 5-12: Your Camp Director will provide time to enjoy age appropriate sports, games, arts & crafts and more plus time to chat and visit with your friends. Club Holiday will feature organized activities as well as special events.

Participants choose the activities they want to participate in based on their own needs.

Sports include soccer, basketball, hockey and others. In addition, we’ll have games as well as non-competitive activities designed for everyone’s enjoyment. $10.00 Materials Fee is due to Instructor. Call 301-983-2690 for more information.

5 Sessions $249 Instructor: Coach Doug Academy 40580 Potomac CRC 3/26 M-F 8:00am-3:30pm

Coach Doug Club Holiday Half Day

Ages 3-12: Your Camp Director will provide time to enjoy age appropriate sports, games, arts & crafts and more plus time to chat and visit with your friends. Club Holiday will feature organized activities as well as special events.

Participants choose the activities they want to participate in based on their own needs.

Sports include soccer, basketball, hockey and others. In addition, we’ll have games as well as non-competitive activities designed for everyone’s enjoyment. $10.00 Materials Fee is due to Instructor. Call 301-983-2690 for more information.

5 Sessions $109 Instructor: Coach Doug Academy 40581 Potomac CRC 3/26 M-F 8:00am-12:30pm Countywide Programs 240.777.6870

Ages 5-12: Your Camp Director will provide time to enjoy age appropriate sports, games, arts & crafts and more plus time to chat and visit with your friends. Club Holiday will feature organized activities as well as special events.

Participants choose the activities they want to participate in based on their own needs. Sports include soccer, basketball, hockey and others.

In addition, we’ll have games as well as noncompetitive activities designed for everyone’s enjoyment. Call 301-983-2690 for more information.

5 Sessions $49 Instructor: Coach Doug Academy 40582 Potomac CRC 3/26 M-F 3:30pm-6:00pm

Farm to Table Spring Break Camp

Ages 8-11: Campers will learn to work with seasonal fruits and veggies while learning the fundamental skills of cooking. They will learn self-reliance, techniques, and creativity, along with healthy and yummy recipes from the grass roots up. They will have the opportunity to create and learn recipes using fresh produce straight from local farms.

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Spring Break

Coach Doug Club Holiday PM

4 Sessions $150 Instructor: Beth Szymanski 47853 Ross Boddy CRC 3/29 Th-F 9:00am-3:00pm

Dramatic Kids Spring Break Camp

Ages 6-12: Come explore this theater & arts program that invites children to act out storybooks with positive values and create art projects. Please bring a snack & drink.

5 Sessions Instructor: CARE Actor 47789 Mid County CRC

$178 3/26 M-F 12:00pm-3:00pm

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Xciting Xtras Performing Arts Family Improv

XCITING XTR A S

Ages 4 & Up: The Family Improv workshops bring families together by encouraging creativity, tapping into emotions in a positive way, and teaching problem solving and team building through theater games. Please wear comfortable clothes and come ready to play and laugh with us. $15 fee includes one parent and one child.

1 Session Instructor: CARE Actor 47790 Lawton CRC 47791 N. Potomac CRC

Jump Start Sports Spring Break Camp

Ages 5-12: At the Montgomery County Spring Break Camp, kids in grades K-5 will have a blast with the highly qualified staff from Jump Start Sports. During the structured camp hours from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., kids will play various sports such as baseball, basketball, lacrosse, flag football, soccer and ultimate frisbee in the morning. Every afternoon, the campers will select from a variety of electives including traditional camp games such as capture the flag, dodge ball and kickball. Jump Start Sports’ camps provide children with an opportunity to play and learn about sports in a fun, wellsupervised environment. Sign up for Jump Start’s extended care from 3-6 p.m. by using course number 43887.

5 Sessions $250 Instructor: Jump Start Sports 43886 N. Potomac CRC 3/26 M-F 9:00am-3:00pm

Jump Start Sports Spring Break Camp Extended Care Ages 5-12: Extended care from 3 p.m. - 6 p.m. for Jump Start Sports Spring Break Camp.

5 Sessions $30 Instructor: Jump Start Sports 43887 N. Potomac CRC 3/26 M-F 3:00pm-6:00pm

$15 3/24 Sa 11:00am-12:00pm 6/2 Sa 11:00am-12:00pm

Special Interest American Girl Fashion Design

Ages 5-9: This class offers the basics to fashion illustration and design for your American Girl doll. Students learn about creative sketching, textiles, colorization, and even how to design their own mini-collections. Hands-on training is done during the duration this course, in a fun and lively environment.

2 Sessions $65 Instructor: Madiana Margao 47779 Potomac CRC 3/17 Sa 12:00pm-1:00pm

Create-Your-Own Looks Fashion Design

Ages 8-13: This class offers the basics of fashion illustration and design. Students learn about creative sketching, textiles, colorization, and even how to design their own collection. Handson training is done during the duration this course, in a fun and lively environment.

2 Sessions $65 Instructor: Madiana Margao 47780 Potomac CRC 3/17 Sa 1:00pm-2:00pm

Glam Diva Hair

Ages 8-13: Glam Diva Hair is the next step to achieving fabulous hair. Learn all about hair care, styling, and the latest hair artistry trends, using amazing tools and products.

2 Sessions $65 Instructor: Madiana Margao 47781 White Oak CRC 4/21 Sa 1:00pm-2:00pm

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Glam Diva Makeup

Ages 8-13: Glam Diva Makeup is the first step to a gorgeous future! Adopt your own beauty regimen while creating your very own products.

Spark your interest age-appropriate makeup, by learning all of the latest beauty trends in a fun environment.

2 Sessions $65 Instructor: Madiana Margao 47782 White Oak CRC 4/21 Sa 12:00pm-1:00pm

3D Character Modeling and Sculpting

Ages 10-14: In this class students will learn how to digitally sculpt characters in a 3D space.

Using a pen tablet, and software called Sculptris students learn how to digitally design, develop, and sculpt characters and objects. Students will be introduced to very basic anatomy.

Students must bring own sketchbook (Standard 8.5x10in).

7 Sessions $150 Instructor: C3 Cyber Club 47801 Wood MS 4/14 Sa 10:15am-11:15am

Bricks 4 Kidz: Exploring the Everglades

Ages 5-12: Use LEGO® bricks to build an alligator with a mouth that opens and closes, an airboat to speed across the water, a bird with wings that flap up and down and imagine yourself on a journey through the Florida Everglades. This unique and fragile ecosystem is the only sub-tropical preserve in North America, and students will hear what makes it such a special place. On our Bricks 4 Kidz® tour of the Everglades you get to learn so much, without all the mosquito bites! You’ll even learn why mosquitos are actually “V.I.P.s” (very important pests). We’ll build and learn about some of the cool creatures in one of our country’s largest national parks.

4 Sessions Instructor: Bricks 4 Kidz 47880 Bells Mill ES 47881 Poolesville ES

$68 5/16 W 3:55pm-4:55pm 5/17 Th 3:30pm-4:30pm

Ages 5-12: Students love our interactive Bricks 4 Kidz models. This unit is all about the fun of doing something with what you’ve built from LEGO® bricks. From a spinning top to a spin art model, kids will love playing with their creations. But don’t worry, we sneak in lots of learning, too.

4 Sessions Instructor: Bricks 4 Kidz 47882 Bells Mill ES 47883 Poolesville ES

$68 4/11 W 3:55pm-4:55pm 4/12 Th 3:30pm-4:30pm

Gemology I Introductory

Ages 18 & Up: Want to know those gems you are wearing on your rings, necklaces, bracelets, and brooches? Curious about how gemstones came to be? Beginning Gemology, organized around the Mohs’ scale of hardness, is an introduction to gemstone study. Hands-on specimens and examples to examine during each class.

9 Sessions $75 Instructor: Timothy Morgan 47876 Potomac CRC 4/12 Th 10:00am-12:15pm

Gemology II Advanced

Ages 18 & Up: Prerequisite Gemology I. Interested in gemstones, but already know a little something about them? Want to learn more? This class examines gemstones and gemstone groups with examples and handson specimens. Guest speaker and field trip possible.

9 Sessions $81 Instructor: Timothy Morgan 47877 Potomac CRC 4/11 W 10:00am-12:15pm

Jr Lego Mechanics and Engineering

Ages 6-9: Powered by the LEGO® Education WeDo Base Set and Software, our Jr. Lego® Robotics class combines the exciting world of Lego with programming to manipulate and program your own personal robots. This class is tailored to younger children who want to learn the basics of visual programming. Students create commands for their robots to follow by using an application with a drag-and-drop interface that is visually simple to use, but capable of complex instructions. Students learn the importance of teamwork by working together with a partner in order to accomplish the build assignment for the day.

6 Sessions $150 Instructor: C3 Cyber Club 47804 N. Bethesda MS 4/10 T

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XCITING XTR A S

Specialty Programs

Bricks 4 Kidz: Gadgets & Gizmos

6:00pm-7:00pm

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Komodo Abacus Mental Math

Ages 5-12: The Komodo math program teaches kids how to work math problems by visualizing an abacus. The child learns basic arithmetic, starting with simple single digit addition through more advanced operations such as calculation of square roots. After a few months, the student masters calculations mentally, without external tools such as pen and paper, calculators or fingers.

XCITING XTR A S

4 Sessions $145 Instructor: KOMODO USA 47796 Komodo USA 4/27 F 5:30pm-7:30pm

- Germantown 47795 Komodo USA 4/28 Sa 10:00am-12:00pm

- Gaithersburg

Komodo Advanced Grade Level Math

Ages 5-12: Build confidence and develop skills and habits to succeed in math. We provide customized training program for each student to enjoy and succeed in math at school beyond their grade level. Stop classroom boredom and challenge your young scholar to reach greater heights. This is an acceleration program for students who are ready to move on to the next grade level. Curriculum is aligned to common core standards and students will have 24/7 access to online practice tests, receive progress reports and additional help with school homework.

4 Sessions $121 Instructor: KOMODO USA 47798 Komodo USA 4/25 W 5:30pm-7:00pm

- Gaithersburg 47797 Komodo USA 4/28 S 10:30am-12:00pm

- Germantown

Komodo Language Arts and Creative Writing

Ages 5-12: The goal of the Komodo Reading/ Writing program is to nurture reading and writing proficiency through theme based instruction. The program will focus on reading comprehension strategies, vocabulary and grammar development, critical and analytical thinking and phonetics.

4 Sessions $121 Instructor: KOMODO USA 47800 Komodo USA 4/26 Th 5:30pm-7:00pm

- Gaithersburg 47799 Komodo USA 4/28 Sa 12:15pm-1:45pm

- Germantown

Lego® Mechanics and Engineering

Ages 10-14: Powered by the LEGO® MINDSTORMS® Education Ev3 Base Set and Software, our Lego® Robotics class combines the exciting world of Lego® with programming to manipulate and program your own personal robot. Learn how to use the simple, but powerful software to create commands with drag and-drop visual programming. Configure different sensors that track motion, light, and touch to create the ultimate robot! Students will work together as a small team of young engineers to build and program their designs.

This class is great for children who are hands on and like working together in small teams.

6 Sessions $150 Instructor: C3 Cyber Club 47806 N. Bethesda MS 4/10 T

7:15pm-8:15pm

Visual Programming with Scratch

Ages 6-9: Introduce your child to the wonderful world of programming! In this class, students will learn basic programming concepts using a simple drag-and-drop interface within the software Scratch, a project developed by the MIT Media Lab. Students will use their imaginations and implement creative thinking, while at the same time learning how to create and program simple games. Use pre-made art assets or create your own, and learn how to program them, to walk, talk, and interact with objects. Teach students logic and visual programming in order to create simple, 2D Video Game in Scratch 2.

7 Sessions $150 Instructor: C3 Cyber Club 47808 Wood MS 4/14 Sa 9:00am-10:00am

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Sports

Badminton Beginner/Advanced Beginner

Basketball Train Like a Pro Basketball

6 Sessions Instructor: Fit 2 Believe 37710 Farquhar MS 37709 Cabin John MS

$125 4/9 M 7:00pm-8:30pm 4/11 W 7:00pm-8:30pm

General Sports Badminton Advanced

Ages 12 & Up: Prerequisite intermediate/ advance level. Small class instruction. Continued emphasis on learning advanced individual skills, body movement, concepts, tactics, strategies and athletic psychology. Competitive techniques of both singles and doubles play. The first class will be an assessment of the player’s level.

The instructor reserves the right to reassign student to another level. Student must provide their own racquet. $25 material fee due at first session.

9 Sessions $117 Instructor: Yen-Ping Chao 47546 Bauer Dr CRC 4/14 Sa 12:45pm-1:45pm

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9 Sessions $81 Instructor: Yen-Ping Chao 47547 Bauer Dr CRC 4/14 Sa 9:30am-10:30am

Badminton Intermediate

Ages 11 & Up: Continued emphasis on learning individual skills, body movement, concepts, tactics, strategies, history, rules, court etiquette and athletic psychology. Competitive techniques of both singles and doubles play.

The first class will be an assessment of the player’s levels. The instructor reserves the right to reassign students to another level. Students must provide their own racquet. $25 material fee due at first session.

SPORTS

Ages 10-17: Elite basketball skills development training for boys and girls of all abilities.

Coaches are former professional and college athletes who focus on position-specific fundamentals and advanced drill sequences for all phases of the game, game-simulation drills, scrimmages, and basketball-specific physical and mental conditioning.

Ages 9 & Up: Emphasis on learning individual skills, body movement, concepts, tactics, strategies, history, rules, court etiquette and athletic psychology. Competitive techniques of both singles and doubles play. Students must provide their own racquet. $10 material fee due at first session.

9 Sessions $117 Instructor: Yen-Ping Chao 47548 Bauer Dr CRC 4/14 Sa 10:30am-12:30pm

Fencing Beginner I

Ages 8 & Up: Learn basic foil techniques. Foil, mask, and jacket provided. Instructor are former Olympian Gitty Mohebban and husband Mike. No age exceptions without instructor approval. $30 material fee due at first session.

9 Sessions $104 Instructor: Gitty Mohebban 47653 Frost, Robert MS 4/9 M 5:45pm-6:45pm 47654 Clemente MS 4/11 W 5:45pm-6:45pm 47655 Parkland MS 4/13 F 6:30pm-7:30pm

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Fencing Beginner II

Ages 8 & Up: Students must have taken Fencing Beginner I with instructor Mohebban or have the approval from instructor to enroll in this class. For advanced beginners, basic foil techniques, but curriculum will be student skill dependent. Foil, mask, and jacket provided. Instructors are former Olympian Gitty Mohebban and husband Mike. No age exceptions without instructor approval. A $30 material fee is due at the first session.

SPORTS

9 Sessions $104 Instructor: Gitty Mohebban 47656 Frost, Robert MS 4/9 M 6:45pm-7:45pm 47657 Clemente MS 4/11 W 6:45pm-7:45pm 47658 Parkland MS 4/13 F 7:30pm-8:30pm

Fencing Intermediate

Ages 8 & Up: For more advanced foil techniques: riposte direct, doublement, compound attacks with footwork, beat disengage, compound riposte and pris de fer opposition, lier, croise, and envelopment. No age exceptions without instructor approval. Foil, mask, and jacket provided. Instructor is former Olympian Gitty Mohebban. No age exceptions without instructor approval. $30 material fee is due at the first session.

9 Sessions $104 Instructor: Gitty Mohebban 47659 Frost, Robert MS 4/9 M 7:45pm-8:45pm 47660 Clemente MS 4/11 W 7:45pm-8:45pm 47661 Parkland MS 4/13 F 8:30pm-9:30pm

Gymnastics For Girls and Boys

Ages 7-14: Introduction to gymnastics. Utilizes all apparatus including floor, balance beam, vault, uneven bars and trampoline. Examples of skills: cartwheel, roundoff and walkovers.

6 Sessions $145 Instructor: Dobre Gymnastics Academy 46300 Dobre Gymnastics 4/9 M 7:00pm-8:00pm 46301 Dobre Gymnastics 4/13 F 7:00pm-8:00pm 46302 Dobre Gymnastics 4/14 Sa 2:15pm-3:15pm

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High School Ultimate Frisbee Clinic

Ages 15-18: American Ultimate Academy will host Montgomery County’s first Ultimate Frisbee clinic series. All skill levels are welcome to come and learn the fundamentals, skills and rules of one of the fastest growing sports in the world. Through creative mini-games, participants will learn how to run, jump, catch, and throw. In addition to 6 weeks of Ultimate instruction, participants will receive a free Frisbee. The clinic series will culminate with a fun tournament, where family and friends are encouraged to come out to watch.

6 Sessions $65 Instructor: American Ultimate Academy 44760 Rosemary Hills- 4/9 M 7:00pm-8:00pm

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Middle School Girls’ Rugby Program

Ages 12-14: Join us for the first Montgomery County Middle School Girls’ Rugby Program!

No experience is necessary. Our coaching staff is a highly skilled and experienced group who are passionate about rugby and trained to bring safety, skills and fun into the curriculum.

Playing contact rugby has provided girls of all ages the opportunity to build confidence, forge everlasting friendships and springboard into a healthy and active lifestyle. All participants will receive player registration with USA Rugby ($30 value).

8 Sessions $75 Instructor: Mid-Atlantic Rugby Foundation 45822 Bauer Drive CRC 4/8 S 4:00pm-6:00pm

Middle School Ultimate Frisbee Clinic

Ages 10-14: American Ultimate Academy will host Montgomery County’s first Ultimate Frisbee clinic series. All skill levels are welcome to come and learn the fundamentals, skills and rules of one of the fastest growing sports in the world. Through creative mini-games, participants will learn how to run, jump, catch, and throw. In addition to 6 weeks of Ultimate instruction, participants will receive a free Frisbee. The clinic series will culminate with a fun tournament, where family and friends are encouraged to come out to watch.

6 Sessions $65 Instructor: American Ultimate Academy 44757 Rosemary Hills 4/9 M 6:00pm-7:00pm

-Lyttonsville LP

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Minor League Bethesda

6 Sessions $85 Instructor: Jump Start Sports 38485 Ayrlawn Local Park 4/21 Sa 1:00pm-3:00pm *If there is a 2 hour time block listed above, Jump Start will notify you of the assigned time prior to the start of the program.

Ping Pong/Table Tennis

Ages 7-13: Develop your table tennis skills from professional coaches at the Maryland Table Tennis Center. Class covers all aspects of the game, including rules, equipment, strokes (forehand, backhand, pushing, blocking, looping, smashing), footwork and serving.

Classes will be roughly two-thirds instructional, one-third games. $10 material fee due at first session.

9 Sessions $144 Instructor: Maryland Table Tennis Center 47543 MD Table 4/12 Th 6:30pm-7:30pm

Tennis Center

Rookie League

Ages 5-7: A fun introduction to coach pitch baseball. Players will receive instruction in all basics of the sport, and will apply what they have learned in fun games. The games will be non-competitive and no score will be kept.

Players who are not able to hit a pitched ball will be able to use a tee while learning. Each session includes instruction and game play.

Sessions are one-hour each week within the time block listed.

6 Sessions $85 Instructor: Jump Start Sports 38476 Ayrlawn Local Park 4/21 Sa 11:00am-1:00pm 38478 Quince Orchard 4/21 Sa 3:30pm-4:30pm

Valley NP 38472 Layhill Village LP 4/22 S 2:30pm-3:30pm *If there is a 2 hour time block listed above, Jump Start will notify you of the assigned time prior to the start of the program.

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All prices, dates, times and locations are current as of the time the Guide goes to press.

They are subject to change due to unforeseen circumstances.

Soccer Hummingbirds Soccer

Ages 5-6: Participants have fun and learn the basics of soccer: dribbling, passing, trapping, shooting, defense, and positioning. Each session consists of instruction in all aspects of the game, fun drills that are designed to teach fundamental skills to young children, and lowkey, non-competitive games. All coaching will be conducted by Jump Start Sports. Includes team t-shirt and award.

SPORTS

Ages 8-9: A fun introduction to baseball.

Instruction includes age appropriate drills for all basic fundamentals of baseball. Games will be non-competitive and include coach pitching.

Coaches from Jump Start Sports will run this program, while volunteer parent coaches assist.

Minor league runs much smoother with parent help. Whether it is simply helping when you are able to attend with simple tasks such as managing the team on the bench or being a weekly committed coach and helping with drills and pitching, we strongly encourage all parents to get involved! Sessions are one hour within the timeframe listed above. All players receive a Major League Baseball hat and team T-shirt.

6 Sessions $80 Instructor: Jump Start Sports 38484 Germantown CRC 4/22 S 2:00pm-3:00pm 38482 Luxmanor LP 4/21 Sa 2:30pm-3:30pm 38480 Bauer Drive CRC 4/21 Sa 11:00am-12:00pm

Recreational Soccer

Age 7-8: Boys and girls learn the basic fundamentals of soccer as well as more complex aspects of the sport. A fun and worthwhile course for experienced players and novices alike. Each session includes skill instruction and game play that includes an equal measure of healthy competition and instruction within the game.All coaching will be conducted by Jump Start Sports. Shin guards are highly recommended. Cleats are preferable, but players may also wear regular tennis shoes.

All participants receive a t-shirt.

6 Sessions $80 Instructor: Jump Start Sports 38488 Germantown CRC 4/22 S 3:00pm-4:00pm 38487 Luxmanor LP 4/21 Sa 3:30pm-4:30pm 38486 Bauer Dr CRC 4/21 Sa 12:00pm-1:00pm

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Youth Basketball Leagues This is a six-week youth basketball competitive league. Games are played at various community centers throughout Montgomery County between 6:00 p.m. and 10:00 p.m. on Friday evening during the spring season. This league is one age group per division. Games will not be played on Memorial Day weekend. This is team registration only. Please register at activemontgomery.org.

Youth Basketball Spring Leagues

SPORTS

Activity No.

League

Start Date

Day

Games

Fees

42632

10U (age range 9-10) Boys

4/13

Fr

6

$500

42637

10U (age range 9-10) Girls

4/13

Fr

6

$500

42633

12U (age range 11-12) Boys

4/13

Fr

6

$500

42638

12U (age range 11-12) Girls

4/13

Fr

6

$500

42634

14U (age range 13-14) Boys

4/13

Fr

6

$500

44639

14U (age range 13-14) Girls

4/13

Fr

6

$500

42640

16U (age range 15-16) Boys

4/13

Fr

6

$500

Adult Basketball Leagues Recreational adult Basketball leagues are offered in the spring, summer and fall. Our leagues take pride in offering a recreation environment at multiple levels of play. All leagues are team registration, but individuals looking for a team are encouraged to register online as a free agent.

For more league information, please visit http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rec/thingstodo/ sports/softball.html

Adult Spring Basketball Leagues Activity No.

League

Location

Start Date

Day

Games

Fee

46713

Men’s Sunday Basketball

Bauer Drive CRC

4/15

Su

8

$645

46714

Men’s Sunday Basketball

Coffield CRC

4/15

Su

8

$645

46720

Men’s Wednesday Basketball

Coffield CRC

4/18

W

8

$645

4/15

Su

6

$50

46780

Women’s 18+ Drop-in Basketball Bauer Drive CRC

Adult Basketball Summer Leagues

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Activity No.

League

Location

Start Date

Day

Games

Fee

47553

Men’s Sunday Basketball

Bauer Drive CRC

6/24

Su

8

$645

47558

Men’s Sunday Basketball

Coffield CRC

6/24

Su

8

$645

47565

Men’s Wednesday Basketball

Coffield CRC

6/20

W

8

$645

47569

Men’s Wednesday Basketball

WJHS

6/20

W

8

$645

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Adult Soccer Leagues Recreational adult outdoor leagues are offered in the fall and spring. Our leagues take pride in offering a recreation environment at multiple levels of play. All leagues are team registration, but individuals looking for a team are encouraged to register online as a free agent. For more information, please visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rec/thingstodo/sports/soccer.html.

Men's Soccer Leagues League

Start Date

Day

# of Regional

Local Parks

Fees

44053

Men's 45+ Red Division 1

4/8

Su

6

2

$1,195

44054

Men's 45+ Blue Division 2

4/8

Su

4

4

$1,072

44055

Men's 45+ Green Division 3

4/8

Su

4

4

$1,072

44064

Men’s 45+ Soccer Free Agents

44056

Men's 55+ Division 1

4/7

Sa

3

5

$925

44057

Men's 55+ Division 2

4/7

Sa

3

5

$925

44065

Men’s 55+ Soccer Free Agents

44058

Men’s 63+ Division

44067

Men’s 63+ Free Agents

44049

Men’s Open Division 1

4/8

Su

6

2

$1,195

44050

Men's Open Division 2

4/8

Su

6

2

$1,195

44051

Men's Open Division 3

4/8

Su

4

4

$1,072

44052

Men’s Open Division 4

4/8

Su

4

4

$1,072

44063

Men’s Open Soccer Free Agents

Placement is not guaranteed, but interested teams will reach out directly.

Placement is not guaranteed, but interested teams will reach out directly.

4/8

Su

0

8

SPORTS

Activity No.

$900

Placement is not guaranteed, but interested teams will reach out directly.

Placement is not guaranteed, but interested teams will reach out directly.

Women's Soccer Leagues Activity No.

League

Start Date

Day

# of Regional

Local Parks

Fees

44043

Women's 24+

4/7

Sa

3

5

$925

44045

Women's 40+

4/11

W

8

0

$1,299

25411

Women’s Soccer Free Agents

Placement is not guaranteed, but interested teams will reach out directly.

CoRec Soccer Leagues Activity No.

League

Start Date

Day

# of Regional

Local Parks

Fees

44059

CoRec Open North Division 1

4/8

Su

2

6

$876

44060

CoRec Open South Division 2

4/8

Su

2

6

$876

44061

CoRec Open World Division 3

4/8

Su

2

6

$876

44062

CoRec Open Metro Division 4

4/8

Su

2

6

$876

44066

CoRec Soccer Free Agents

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Adult Softball Leagues Recreational adult softball leagues are offered in the spring and fall. Our leagues take pride in offering a recreation environment at multiple levels of play. All leagues are team registration, but individuals looking for a team are encouraged to register online as a free agent. For more league information, please visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/rec/thingstodo/sports/softball.html

Men's Softball Leagues

SPORTS

Activity No.

Division/Level

Field

Day

Regional Park Games

Local Park Games

Fee

46782

Men’s C/D & D

OM

M

20

0

$1190

46783

Men’s C/D & D

OM

Tu

20

0

$1190

46784

Men’s C/D & D

OM

W

20

0

$1190

46785

Men’s C/D & D

RRD

W

20

0

$1190

46786

Men’s C C/D & D

OM

Th

20

0

$1190

46787

Men’s D

CJ

Th

20

0

$1190

46788

Men’s D

CJ

F

20

0

$952

47775

Men's Early Bird Tournament

E. Norbeck

Sa

0

4

$195

46789

Men’s Individuals Free Agents

Placement is not guaranteed, but interested teams will reach out directly.

Senior Softball Leagues 46908

Men’s 50+

CJ, OM

Tu

20

0

$1190

46910

Men’s 55+

CJ, WR

Th

20

0

$1190

46911

Men’s 60+

WR

W

20

0

$1190

46912

Women’s Masters 40+

WR

M

20

0

$1190

CoRec Softball Leagues

Early Bird

DISCOUNT Register by Feb. 28, 2018 for softball leagues and get $25 off.

46913

CoRec Reg DH

CJ, OM, WR

M

20

0

$1190

46914

CoRec Reg DH

CJ

W

20

0

$1190

46916

CoRec Reg DH

RRD

Th

20

0

$1190

46917

CoRec DH Down County

Local Parks

W

4

12

$760

46918

CoRec DH Upcounty

Local Parks

Th

4

12

$760

46919

CoRec Single Down County

Local Parks

Th

6

8

$760

47773

CoRec Tournament

E. Norbeck

Su

0

4

$195

46790

CoRec Free Agents

Social Softball Leagues 46958

CoRec Social

Fields OM - Olney Manor WR - Wheaton Regional RRD - Ridge Road Recreational

80

Placement is not guaranteed, but interested teams will reach out directly.

Local Parks

Th

0

CJ - Cabin John Local Parks - Rockville, Silver Spring, Germantown

10

$475

Key DH - Doubleheader

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55+ Active Adult Programs Spring 2018 Montgomery County Recreation has many ways for independent adults, 55 and over, to stay active. Whether you are working, semi-retired, or fully retired, we have many opportunities for you to THRIVE in our programs. Take a look at what we have to offer.

• Travel programs: we travel throughout the mid-Atlantic region.

• Health and wellness programs and services.

• Recreation programs: from Aerobics to Zumba and everything in between.

• Information and Referral Assistance: Need help? If we can’t help you, we’ll direct you to someone who can.

• Volunteer opportunities: Talk to us about how we can put your talents to use.

• Exercise and fitness facilities, and educational programs to keep you feeling both physically and mentally fit and active.

In addition to these programs, check out the aquatics, classes, and/or SOAR/Day Trippers sections. There are programs in each section geared to those 55 and over. Be prepared to have a good time when you’re visiting with us. For more information, contact the senior center or Active Adult Program location nearest you.

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Our mission

Montgomery County Recreation's Senior Programs Team's mission is to provide inclusive, exceptional programs and services to active, independent living residents of Montgomery County, which reflect our uncompromising standards of excellence and dedication to connect, learn and thrive.

Senior Centers

55+ PROGR AMS

Senior Centers are full-service facilities with a wide range of programs and activities that are open five to six days a week. They provide a weekday lunch program, educational seminars, entertainment, fitness classes and more. Transportation is available on a limited basis to most Senior Centers and Active Adult programs that serve lunch. Call 240-777-4925 for more information.

Damascus Senior Center

M-F: 9:00am-4:00pm 9701 Main Street, Damascus 240-777-6995

Holiday Park Senior Center

M-F: 8:45am-4:00pm, W: 8:45am-9:00pm(Beg. April-4) 3950 Ferrara Drive, Wheaton 240-777-4999

Long Branch Senior Center

M-F: 9:30am-2:30pm 8700 Piney Branch Road, Silver Spring 240-777-6975

Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center

M-F: 8:15am-4:00pm Sat: 9:00am-3:00pm 1000 Forest Glen Road, Silver Spring 240-777-8085

North Potomac Senior Center*

M-F: 9:00am-3:00pm 13850 Travilah Road, Rockville 240-773-4805

White Oak Senior Center

M-F: 9:00am-3:00pm 1700 April Lane, Silver Spring 240-777-6944 * Meals served M, W, & F

SENIOR CENTER SHUTTLES Montgomery County Recreation provides a combination of curb-to-curb and fixed route transportation, Monday-Friday, to five of our Senior Centers and three Active Adult Programs.

If you are interested, please call your local Senior Center or the Senior Programs Team at 240-777-4925 for more information.

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Damascus Senior Center 240-777-6995 The Damascus Senior Center provides a variety of programs, classes, and services. Health and Wellness programs and social activities are stressed. A nutrition program is offered daily and limited bus transportation is also available. Call the center or pick up a copy of our monthly newsletter for more information. Highlights include:

St. Patrick’s Day Luncheon

Cinco De Mayo Luncheon Friday, May 4, 2018 • Noon Chef Meegan will prepare a wonderful meal for our annual celebration. The menu will be available at the reception desk one month prior to the event! Call the Damascus Senior Center for reservations. Price for the Meal ages 55-59 is $7.00, for ages 60+ a donation is requested.

Entertainer Retro Rockets

Ice Cream Social

Wednesday, March 14, 2018 • 1:00 pm Join the Retro Rockets as they play music from the 1960's and 1970's. Free.

Tuesday, May 15, 2018 • 1:00 pm Enjoy an Ice Cream Social with all of your favorite toppings. Free.

Senorita Sunshine Entertainer

Garden Party Luncheon

Wednesday, April 11, 2018 • 1:00 pm Senorita Sunshine returns to sing dance and entertain us for the spring season. Free.

Resuable Art Workshop with Larrisa Johnson Wednesday, April 18, 2018 • 1:00 pm Larrisa Johnson will have a workshop that will teach people how to reuse art to make other projects.

Wednesday, May 23, 2018 • Noon Chef Meegan will have a great meal prepared for our Damascus Senior Gardeners. The menu will be available at the reception desk one month prior to the event! Call the Damascus Senior Center for reservations. Price for the Meal ages 55-59 is $7.00, for ages 60+ a donation is requested.

Anna Pappas “A Class Act” Wednesday, May 23, 2018 • 1:00 pm Anna Pappas returns with her friends to perform “A Class Act.” Free.

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Wednesday, March 14, 2018 • Noon Chef Meegan will make this day memorable to all.

The menu will be available at the reception desk one month prior to the event! Call the Damascus Senior Center for reservations. Price for the Meal ages 55-59 is $7.00, for ages 60+ a donation is requested.

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Holiday Park Senior Center 240-777-4999 Holiday Park welcomes adults 55+ for a variety of social, fitness, educational and enrichment programs. Classes range from yoga, zumba, ballroom dance, Tai Chi, digital photography and Spanish.

Learn more about our programs at www.holidaypark.us and follow us on Facebook or drop in for a tour. Grab a cup of coffee in our café, pick up a current schedule in our monthly newsletter, and meet some new friends along the way!

Holiday Park Seniors, Inc. is a 501c3 non-profit agency that supports programs and classes at Holiday Park. The $20 annual membership includes discounts on classes and programs. Sign up at the Reception Desk.

Daytime Highlights

55+ PROGR AMS

Sample our Musical Performances and Entertainment: • Valentine’s Day with Dale Jarrett Wednesday, February 14 • 1:00pm-2:00pm • Leisure World Chorale Thursday, March 8 • 1:00pm-2:00pm • Irish Dancers Thursday, March 22 • 1:00pm-2:00pm • Spring Concert with the Holiday Park Singers Monday, April 23 • 1:00pm-2:00pm • Dance Club Friday • 1:00pm-3:00pm Almost every Friday! Live performances.

Great music. Good variety. Dancing at the Park never gets old. Meet new friends, create new memories, and then Foxtrot, rumba, or swing into your weekend. Check our newsletter for specific dates.

Engage in informative lectures and presentations: • Movie Discussion: Selma Monday, February 5 • 1:00pm-2:00pm • Irish Dancing Lecture Monday, March 19 • 1:00pm-2:00pm While we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day, there will be a presentation on this traditional dance that is a staple of St. Patrick’s Day.

¡Bienvenidos a la Esquina Latina!

Notice

Holiday Park Senior Center will be closed March 26 through March 30. We will be reopening for evening programs in April 2018!

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con la Sra. Peggy de 10:30

a 11:30 am. Conversación

en Inglés 11:00-12:00.

Martes y Jueves Artes Manualidades con

Carmen Sánchez de

10:30-12:00 pm.

Jueves Clases de ESOL con Roxana

Ready a las 10:30am.

Preguntas o sugerencias comuníquese con Maria Mercedes al 240-777-4965.

• Holocaust Remembrance Day lecture Thursday, April 12 • 1:00pm-2:00pm Gerald Schneider, PhD. is joining us to go back in time and analyze the events that took the whole world by surprise and discuss how it could have been prevented.

Wednesday Evening Highlights

Wednesday evenings at the Park is returning starting April 4, 2018. We will be extending our opening hours on that day until 9pm. Here is a sample of what we have lined up for you: • Experience a 16th Century Japanese Tea Ceremony April 18 • 6:30pm The Japanese tea ceremony is called “Chanoyu”, in Japanese, or “Sado”, the way of tea. Come join and enjoy the experience provided by Omotesenke Washington D.C, team. Free, Pre-interest signup sheet will be available between March 1 - April 6. Call 240-777-4999 to reserve your seat.

• Appraising Show- Hidden Treasures April 25 • 6:30pm The experts from Paradigm Experts will be on-site to appraise your most beloved treasures. Free, Pre-interest signup sheet will be available from March 1st. Call 240777-4999 to reserve your space.

Wednesday Evening Classes • Every Body’s Yoga with Dr. Linda Smith April 18 - June 20 • 6:00pm-6:55pm A Yoga class increasing flexibility, reducing pain and giving you a sense of energy with a guided relaxation activity to promote wellbeing and a good night’s sleep. Fee: $48 or $40 w/HPSI membership.

• Latin Dance Workshop with Carlos Rodriguez April 4 - April 25 • 6:30pm-7:25pm Learn basic steps, turns and simple patterns that will make you get out on the dance floor with confidence. No partners required. Free, drop-in.

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Long Branch Senior Center 240-777-6975 The Long Branch Senior Center provides ample social opportunities, health and wellness programs, lifelong learning and educational programs, exercise classes and fun! Take a look below at a sampling of our upcoming programs and classes, or stop by and visit with us! Look for program information in our monthly newsletter.

Special Events Classy Sassy Fashion Show

Mother’s and Father’s Day Luncheon Wednesday, May 16 • 1:00pm We will celebrate a Mother’s and Father’s Day with a special catered luncheon. Sign up at the second floor reception desk. $5.00.

Creative Expression Thursday Sing Alongs Thursdays • Noon Pianist Hong Tran plays American and international favorite songs every Thursday at noon. Bring your voice and join the chorus.

Free.

Crochet/Knitting Wednesdays • 11:00am Volunteer Kathy Mitchell shares her talents with anyone interested in learning how to crochet.

Beginners or seasoned craftspeople welcome.

Free.

Painting Wednesdays • 10:30am-12:00pm Creative expression encourages self expression, exercises the brain, and reduces stress. No art experience needed to explore your creative voice. Bring your imagination and leave selfjudgement at the door. Local/regional artist Carol Clatterbuck helps you explore the world of painting through various ideas using acrylics, paper, ink, etc. in both traditional and creative ways! Each 8-week session will cover a different topic and technique. Register at second floor reception desk. $24 per session.

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Mondays • 10:30am-12:00pm Come have fun creating vessels and artwork using low fire clay with artist Carol Clatterbuck, award winning ceramics teacher, starting with pinch and coil pots, graffito, and slabwork.

Strong hands, fingers, and creativity are the only requirements! Register at second floor reception desk. $24 for an 8-week class.

Seeking Gardening Volunteers

Our seven raised beds are in need of care and nurturing. Donations of herbs, flowers, seeds, annuals, organic soil, or labor would be appreciated.

Exercise Tai Chi Fridays • 10:00am Dr. Hame Watt will lead the class with breathing exercises and slow and gentle movements that improve balance and concentration. All levels of skill and mobility are welcome. Free.

Zumba Gold

55+ PROGR AMS

Thursday, April 26 • 11:00am-1:00pm Whether as a model or an audience member you won’t want to miss it. Both men and women may model. Clothing categories include casual, sporty, thrift store, dressy or ethnic.

One or two outfits per person. Each participant must fill out a model information form. Reserve your space at the reception desk, or call 240777-6975. Free.

Raw Clay

Thursdays • Noon Have fun and get a great workout at the same time. Pay as you go at the reception desk on the second floor. All abilities welcome. $1 per class

Senior Fit Mondays and Wednesdays • Noon Patricia Smith is the instructor of this 45 minute class which focuses on increasing strength and muscle endurance while improving balance and flexibility. A doctor’s permission form is given out on your first visit. Free.

Pickleball Drop In For Beginners Fridays • 10:00am-Noon Come try this new sport that’s gaining popularity among active older adults. We supply rackets, balls and net. All abilities welcome.

Free

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Montgomery County Recreation

Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center

240-777-8085 If you have the preconception that senior centers are not for you, pay a visit to the Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center and judge for yourself! Not only are we a home away from home for many 55+ Montgomery County residents, we offer over 100s of programs a month ranging from ceramics to Zumba Gold. Chances are, whatever’s on the agenda on any day, the center will be bustling.

What’s more, should you need information about senior benefits or services for those 55 and over in Montgomery County, the center’s friendly staff can guide you in the right direction. And, if you want to relax with friends over a game of Rummikub or simply enjoy a cup of coffee, well, pull up a chair! The people who work and play at Schweinhaut make it one of the best places to be in Montgomery County!

To find out more details, please visit our website at http://montgomerycountymd.gov/rec/where/ seniors/margaret.html or sign-up for our e-subscription service at http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/mcg/esubscribe.html. Enter your email address and select the Schweinhaut Senior Center Newsletter under the Recreation Department.

55+ PROGR AMS

Swing into Jazz with Christiana Drapkin Tuesday, March 20 • 1:00pm-2:00pm A swinging program of show tunes from the Great American Song Book, Jazz Standards and romantic Ballads, to get you all a little case of spring fever.

AARP Foundation Tax-Aide Program Mondays, March 26, April 2, and April 9 • Appointment Times Vary RSVP/AARP Tax-Aide provides free federal and state (Maryland) tax preparation services for low-to-moderate income taxpayers who live or work in Montgomery County. Special attention is given to those 60 years old and older. More information about the program and how to register can be found at http://www. montgomerycountymd.gov/volunteercenter/ tax-aide/

Getting to Know You: Dr. Alan Breitler Friday, April 13 • 1:00pm-2:30pm Dr. Breitler’s lectures are illustrated, well researched, and fascinating. Do not miss this one as he focuses once again on on of the wonders of the universe.

Sock Hop with Dick Kauffman and the Glenn Pearson Trio Tuesday, April 24 • Noon-2:00pm Step back into the 1950’s and visit Margaret’s Diner for “a blast from the past” experience.

Lunch will be provided by our Nutrition Program followed by a performance from Dick Kauffman and the Glenn Pearson Trio. Pre-registration is required. Price for lunch is $5.72 for 55-60, donations requested for 60+.

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Mother’s Day Tea Party

Monday, May 14 • 1:00pm-3:00pm Celebrate moms for the amazing job they do with a traditional afternoon tea! An afternoon of music paired with assorted teas and light refreshments. Participants are encouraged to bring their favorite tea cup and saucer. Preregistration required, space is limited. $5 fee per participant.

Technology Tech Connect One-on-One Help

Dates and Times Vary Need tech help? Call or stop by the front desk to make an appointment to have a one-onone tech help session with our very own Tech Connect Expert, Michelle from the Montgomery County Recreation TeenWorks Program!

Appointments are 45 minutes.

Senior Planet Montgomery Explore Tech Series Job Searching in Digital Age Thursday, March 22 & Saturday, April 14 • 1:00pm-2:30pm An overview of how to use social media in your job search, demonstrate digital job searching tools like LinkedIn, and offer tips and advice to job seekers.

Online Travel Sites Thursday, April 5 & Saturday, May 12 • 1:00-2:30pm Learn the basics of using online travel sites to find the best fares and rates for just about any destination.

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Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org

Spring Training Courses

Thursday, April 26 & Saturday, June 9 • 1:00 -2:30pm Cut the cord! Introduction to streaming: what is it, how to use it, and variety of content available. Learn how to watch live TV without cable and how smart TVs and streaming devices can let you watch videos from the Internet on your television.

Courses begin in April 2018!

An overview of Facebook’s evolution, its most popular features, and tips for getting in on the action. It will also cover privacy settings as well as the role of advertising on Facebook.

Senior Planet Montgomery Spring Training Courses

Messaging Apps

Courses begin in April 2018!

After another successful course schedule last summer, Senior Planet Montgomery is planning to bring more technology based courses in the Spring of 2018 but they want your input!

Their courses are designed to help older adults learn new technology skills through hands-on, practical instruction. Classes are 5- or 10- weeks long, and meet for 75 minutes twice a week.

Every student is given a detailed course book, and receives a certificate of completion at the end of the course. All classes are completely free of charge.

Thursday, May 3 • 1:00-2:30pm Learn about the most popular messaging apps that allow you to send texts for free when connected to WiFi, including iMessages, Hangouts, and WhatsApp.

Protecting Your Personal Information Online

Thursday, May 24 • 1:00-2:30pm Learn the ins and outs of how to protect your personal information online, including safe browsing, how to recognize online scams, and when it’s ok – or not – to share your personal information online.

Facebook

Thursday, June 7 • 1:00-2:30pm An overview of Facebook’s evolution, its most popular features, and tips for getting in on the action. It will also cover privacy settings as well as the role of advertising on Facebook.

Course options: iPad Basics, Beyond the Basics: Internet as a Daily Resource, Social Media, and Money Matters.

Tell us which courses you are interested in taking this spring by completing the survey at https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/mssc2018.

Yes, we are open on Saturdays!

55+ PROGR AMS

Streaming & Smart TVs

Indoor Yard Sale Saturday, March 31 • 8:00am – 2:00pm Doing some spring cleaning? Bring your throw-aways and turn them into cash. Rent a space with 1 table and 2 chairs for $10.

Event will be held rain or shine. The selling of homemade food items is prohibited.

Grand Old Ditch – C&O Canal Past, Present, and Future Saturday, April 28 • 11:00am – Noon Join Judy Welles from the Montgomery County Historical Society as she provides historic highlights and photographs of the C&O Canal including the canal’s role in the Civil War and the building of the Washington Aqueduct in the mid-19th century.

55+ Programs 240.777.4925

Akhmedova Ballet Academy Saturday, June 2 • 1:30pm A live performance by the Professional Training Program students of the awardwinning Akhmedova Ballet Academy.

Free

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North Potomac Senior Center 240-773-4805 This fantastic facility, located within the Nancy H. Dacek Community Recreation Center provides a wide array of classes, programs, services and special events. Stop by the center for a tour and to see exciting new things that are starting to happen. Please visit our website or call 240-773-4805 for more information.

Be Nice 2 Your Belly w/Giant Food “Eight Steps to a Healthier Diet”

55+ PROGR AMS

Thursday, March 8 • 1pm-2:30pm Join Nina el-Chebli RD, in store Nutritionist, on a journey to better health in 2018. Whether you’re concerned about weight, heart disease, or just maximizing your health, this class will help you identify relatively simple and gradual changes that add up to major improvements! Identify a stepby-step plan to help meet your personal health goals. This is part of a series of classes offered by Giant Food at our center

Senior Singing Circle

Mondays, March 12 • 2:00pm-3:00pm Learn basic singing and breathing techniques in a judgment free welcoming environment. No previous experience necessary. Only requirement is a joy for singing and a smile!

Irish Dance Demonstration w/The Culkin School

Thursday, March 22 • 1:30pm – 2:30pm See the dancers from The Culkin School of Irish dance kick and jig to traditional music from Ireland. Sure to be a fantastic cultural experience!

Chronic Disease Management: Diabetes

Thursday, March 29-May 3 • 10am-12:30pm Learn new skills and proven techniques to selfmanage Diabetes disease. Class led by trained professionals from Holy Cross Hospital. Six sessions offered in total. Meets weekly. Topics will build week to week. You may register with Holy Cross Health directly at 301-754-8800.

Registration will not be taken at the center.

Give the Gift of Life With Washington Regional Transplant Center

Thursday, April 5 • 1pm-2:15pm Have you ever wondered about being an organ donor? Do you have questions related to or just wanted to know how it worked? Well this presentation is for you! Join Cynthia Lao with WRTC as she explains the benefits of becoming a donor and how you can give the gift of life.

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All That Jazz

Thursday, April 26 • 1:30pm-3:00pm From Satchmo, Billie Holiday, Ella Fitzgerald, Bill Evans to Gregory Porter. Listen and learn interesting, little known facts about some of the greatest musicians of our time. We'll explore the beauty of the beat. Light refreshments served.

Be Nice 2 Your Belly w/Giant Food “Love Your Gut from the Inside Out”

Thursday, May 10 • 1pm-2:30pm Do you suffer from IBS or general GI discomfort?

Join Nina to learn more about nutrition and gut health! Emerging science suggests that the bacteria in your gut – or your gut microbiota – may be the key to better overall health. Identify which foods help make your gut feel loved, and which can cause irritation.

Antique Appraisals with Weschler’s

Thursday, May 17 • 1:00pm-3:00pm A representative from Weschler's, the premier auction and appraisal house in Washington, D.C., will be on hand to offer informal appraisals of your prized possessions. $5 donation. Three item limit per senior. Reservations requested.

Light refreshments provided.

Dancing with the Stars: Silver Fox Edition

Friday, May 18 • 1:00pm-3:00pm Come out and see some of the best ballroom dancing around! Prizes awarded. Open to the public. Interested in participating? Contact TeAnna Abraham, Senior Center Director, at teanna.abraham@montgomerycountymd.gov or 240-773-4806. Otherwise, register to attend and we will see you there!

Be Nice 2 Your Belly w/Giant Food “Brain Health and Mind Diet”

Thursday, June 14 • 1pm-2:30pm Did you know that nutrition can play an important role in reducing the risk of stroke, dementia, and Alzheimer’s disease? Discover how to protect your brain cells, improve memory, and reduce your risk for cognitive disorders with a brain-healthy diet and lifestyle.

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Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org

White Oak Senior Center 240-777-6944 White Oak Senior Center's mission is to provide quality, engaging and inspiring programming for 55+ adults in the local community.

Programs are specifically designed for members to continue to achieve and maintain total wellness to enrich their lives. Not only do we serve our older adults, but we create an environment where they will serve our younger community as well. We strive to utilize the skills and life experiences of the wise to create new opportunities for our youth through our intergenerational programs.

Spa Day

Is That Healthy?

Thursday, March 1 • 10:00am-2:00pm Learn about foods you think are healthy that are really not.

Healthy Quick Food Demonstrations Tuesday, March 6 • 1:00pm-2:00pm Learn how to cook quick healthy dishes.

Wednesday, April 25 • 10am – 3:00pm Get pampered in honor of stress awareness month. Haircuts, make-up, massage or manicure at no charge! Sign up and RSVP at 240-777-6944.

National Senior Health & Fitness Day Wellness Fair!

Museum of the Bible Trip

Wednesday, March 7 • 10:00am-2:00pm Museum of the Bible is an unparalleled experience using cutting edge technology to bring span time, space and cultures. Cost: $8 for bus plus monies for lunch.

Wednesday, May 30 • 10:00am-12:00pm May is Older American’s Month. There will be over 40+ vendors to help you succeed on your way to wellness. We will have stress screenings, skin screenings, body fat analysis, Bone density screenings, demonstrations, and much more!

White Oak Tea Party!

AARP Free Tax-Aid Assistance

Wednesday, March 21 • 1:00pm-3:00pm Indulge in a delightful English afternoon tea party.

Menu includes tea, mini-cupcakes, fruit, scones, and tea sandwiches. Live entertainment. Cost: $2

Fridays, January 29- April 13 • 10:00am-4:00pm Receive FREE income tax assistance every Friday until April 15.

Spaces fill quickly. Appointment required. Call: 240-777-2577.

National Start Walking Day

Monday, April 2 • 10am We will be walking around the community at leisure for a mile. Healthy refreshments will be provided.

55+ Bone Builders Bone Builders is a free volunteer-led exercise program brought to you by the Montgomery County Departments of Health and Human Services, Recreation, and the RSVP Volunteer Program. One-hour classes held twice per week are designed to increase bone density.

Participants lift ankle weights and hand weights, participate in warm-ups, cool-down, and balance exercises.

Bone Builders has a strict attendance policy: participants may register for only one class and must consistently attend twice per week to maintain their places in their class.

People interested in Bone Builders are encouraged to observe a class prior to registering. For information, call 240-777-4925.

Registration: Feb 12, 8:30am

55+ Programs 240.777.4925

Course # 47578 47579 47580 47581 47582 47583 47584 47585 47586 47587 47598 47588 47589 47590 47591 47592 47593 47594 47595 47596 47597 47599 47600 47601 47602

Location Bauer Bauer Clara Barton Gwendolyn Coffield Damascus CRC Germantown Jane E. Lawton Longwood Longwood Longwood Marilyn J. Praisner Mid-County Mid-County North Potomac North Potomac North Potomac Plum Gar Potomac Potomac Potomac Potomac Scotland White Oak Wisconsin Place Wisconsin Place

Start Days Times 26-Mar M,W 1:00pm-2:00pm 27-Mar T,Th 1:00pm-2:00pm 26-Mar M,W 2:00pm-3:00pm 27-Mar T,Th 9:15am - 10:15am 26-Mar M,W 4:00pm-5:00pm 26-Mar M,Th 1:00pm - 2:00pm 27-Mar T,Th 9:15am - 10:15am 26-Mar M,W 11:00am - 12:00pm 26-Mar M,W 11:00am - 12:00pm 26-Mar M,W 2:00pm-3:00pm 26-Mar M,W 11:00am-12:00pm 27-Mar T,Th 1:00pm - 2:00pm 27-Mar T,Th 2:15pm - 3:15pm 27-Mar T,Th 10:45am-11:45am 27-Mar T,Th 12:00pm-1:00pm 26-Mar M,W 11:45am-12:45pm 27-Mar T,Th 11:30am; 1:00pm 27-Mar T,Th 9:00am - 10:00am 27-Mar T,Th 10:00am - 11:00am 26-Mar M,W 11:15am - 12:15pm 26-Mar M,W 3:00pm - 4:00pm 28-Mar W,F 2:45pm - 3:30pm 27-Mar T,Th 11:00am-12:00pm 26-Mar M,Th 10:00am - 11:00am 27-Mar T,Th 11:15am - 12:15pm

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Montgomery County Recreation

55+ Active Adult Program Highlights

The Department of Recreation offers a variety of classes, programs, and special events, at thirteen community center locations throughout the county. Here is a sampling of the many programs we will be offering this Spring. Please call the center nearest you for more information.

Bauer Drive CRC

Clara Barton NRC

Monday/Wednesday • 10:00am-3:00pm 14625 Bauer Drive Rockville, MD 20853 240-777-6922

Mondays & Wednesdays • 10:00am-2:00pm 7425 MacArthur Blvd.

Cabin John, MD 20818 240-777-4910

55+ PROGR AMS

Bauer Drive Community Center offers a variety of fun and fitness activities for the active 55+ community. Everything from dance fitness, brain enhancing board games, bone building, meditative movement to indoor and outdoor sports fitness. Here's what's coming up for the spring season!

Living Well Self-Management Diabetes Workshop

May 16- June 27, Wednesdays (7 classes) (Activity #45573) Registration required. A seven week workshop that teaches the participant how to healthfully manage diabetes.

Mahjong

Mondays • 1:15 pm – 3:15pm Ongoing drop in classes. A fun, brain stimulating, board game!

Micro-flyers

Wednesdays • 12:30 pm – 2:30pm A Bauer community plane flying group that enjoys flying model planes.

Clarksburg Park Activity Building Wednesdays • 11:00am-3:00pm 22501 Wims Road Clarksburg, MD 20871 240-777-4925 Clarksburg Super Seniors have been meeting for over 40 years, and always make room for new faces.

Senior Tai Chi

Gwendolyn E. Coffield CRC

Soul Line Dancing

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10:00am-1:00pm 2450 Lyttonsville Road Silver Spring, MD 20910 240-777-4900

Monday • 10:00 am-10:45 am An ongoing walk-in class for members. It's all about moving meditation...helps with balance, focus and it's a great stress buster!

Mondays, March – April • Noon-1:00pm It's still a fan favorite! Make 2018 the year you get your body moving in a fun, no pressure, fancy-free way!

Zumba Gold

Fridays • 1:45pm-2:30pm Spring Session: March 30th – June 15th (Activity #45574) Fee: $40.00

Sports Fitness

Senior Volleyball • Monday & Wednesday • 10:30am-12:30pm Senior Basketball • Tuesday & Thursday • 9:00am-12:00pm Senior Pickle Ball • Monday • 12:30pm-2:30pm

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Welcome to The Senior Sensations! At Clara Barton we provide exercise classes all of kinds.

Come participate in ping pong, Pickleball, bingo & quizzes with prizes, arts & crafts, and all kinds of fun games and activities. We also have monthly breakfasts, FREE awardwinning movies with popcorn, and trips to local destinations. What else do we offer you? We offer guest speakers presenting information on topics of interest to those 55 and over, dance lessons, music performances and a whole lot more. Stop by and check us out!

Coffield 55+ Community Center Program offers individual instruction on how to use exercise equipment in the Weight Room (you must have a Senior Sneaker Membership), topicspecific workshops on food, social issues, health discussions, photo club, flu shot clinic, and open gym (basketball, walking and table tennis).

Contact the center for information on activities, registration requirements, fees, etc. * Includes a nutrition lunch program. + Limited transportation avaliable on program meeting days.

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Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org

East County CRC * + Tuesdays & Fridays • 10:00am-2:00pm 3310 Gateshead Manor Way Silver Spring, MD 20904 240-777-8093

Easy Yoga

Thursdays • 9:45am-11:00am A slower paced class for mixed levels that modifies basic yoga poses to enhance the individual's experience.

NEW! Senior's Beginner Pickleball Class

Weekly programs, social activities, exercise classes, and special events are scheduled for this spring. Contact the center for details. The center also offers a lunch program.

Mondays • 11:00am-12:00pm A vigorous, popular indoor court net game that gets participants moving for a fun, challenging workout. Come learn the rules and how to play the game.

Germantown CRC+

Member Exercise Room

Mondays & Thursdays • 10:00am-2:00pm 18905 Kingsview Road Germantown, MD 20874 240-777-8098 A variety of fun activities are offered including luncheons, Mah Jongg, arts and crafts, health and wellness classes and lectures. Come check us out!

JCA Thome Kensington Club

Mondays & Thursdays • 10:00am-2:00pm This program is offered in partnership with the Jewish Council for the Aging (JCA) and is designed to meet the needs of seniors in early stages of diagnosed memory loss. Member dues are $60/day and include snack, lunch, activities and trips. Activities designed to maximize cognitive functioning include exercise, dance and movement, art and music therapy, discussions, guest speakers, performances and trips.

Certified staff have specialized training in dementia. Call the JCA at 301-255-4204 for enrollment information.

Lawton Tuesdays, Thursdays & Fridays • 10:00am-2:30pm Jane E. Lawton CRC 4301 Willow Lane Chevy Chase, MD 20815 240-777-6855 Jane E. Lawton Community offers a variety of fun, fitness and educational activities for the 55+ community. Everything from bone building exercise fitness, yoga classes to vigorous open gym sports fitness activities, writing workshops and support groups!

Bone Builders Plus (Advanced)

Mondays & Wednesdays • 10:00am-11:00am Requires registration. This class is very popular and fills up quickly. For specific information, please see the strength training section of the guide.

Daily Access The center has a variety of strength training and aerobic exercise equipment.

Support Groups

Widower's Support Group • Thursdays The group meets on Thursday afternoons. Call the Center for more information Alzheimer's Support Group • Tuesdays • 1x a month • 2:00pm-3:00pm

Longwood CRC Mondays & Wednesdays • 10:00am-2:00pm 19300 Georgia Avenue Brookeville, MD 20833 240-777-6920 Our participants enjoy Zumba Gold, a weekly discussion group, chair exercise, lectures, presentations, entertainment and socials.

Zumba Gold

Mondays & Wednesdays • 9:00am Registration is required. Designed to encourage cardio activity and exercise with Latin and International music and dance. (Instructor led)

Just My Two Cents!

Wednesdays • 10:00am Come together and spark conversation on events, people, places and things. Your opinion is important and will be heard. (Volunteer led) * Includes a nutrition lunch program. + Limited transportation avaliable on program meeting days.

New! Life Story Writing Workshop

Coming this spring...please inquire at the Center.

Hatha Yoga and Stress Management

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 9:45am-11:00am The instructor teaches participants to use yoga poses to help increase their flexibility and strength. Contact Suzana at 301326-4276 for additional information..

55+ Programs 240.777.4925

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Marilyn J. Praisner CRC +

Ross Boddy +

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10:00am-2:00pm 14906 Old Columbia Pike Burtonsville, MD 20866 240-777-4970

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10:00am-2:00pm Ross Boddy NRC 18529 Brooke Road Sandy Spring, MD 20860 240-777-8050 Programs include games, line dancing, art, Senior Fit, and much more! Call us for all of the details.

55+ PROGR AMS

Programs include something for every senior, such as health and wellness learning, onsite movies, arts and crafts, guest speakers, entertainers and fitness activities for every level. Select from fitness classes, many free of charge, with modified exercises to accommodate beginners or advanced participants, including Tai Chi, Senior Fit and Bone Builders.

Chair Yoga 2nd Thursday of the Month • 10:00am-11:00am A gentle form of yoga designed for all levels.

Stretch muscles, improve circulation and decrease stress.

Bridge

Mondays & Wednesdays • 1:00pm-4:00pm Beginners, intermediate, advanced. Want to play or learn to play? We have a table for you.

Discussion Group

Tuesdays • 10:30am-Noon Enjoy stimulating discussions on current events.

Each session is conducted by a moderator so that everyone gets equal opportunity to speak and weekly topics are planned by participants

Line Dance

Wednesdays • Noon-1:00pm Old school and new school line dancing are a part of this fun filled class that teaches beginning and intermediate levels.

Tai Chi

Thursdays • 2:00pm-3:00pm Qi Gong Tai Chi. Relaxing, moving and meditating is the focus of this class.

Mid-County CRC* Tuesdays & Thursdays • 10:00am-2:00pm 2004 Queensguard Road Silver Spring, MD 20906 240-777-6820

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Mid-County Community Center offers a variety of fun activities for individuals 55+, including: Zumba Gold, Soul Line Dancing, Tai Chi strength and balance, general senior programs, the Bone Builders Exercise Class, senior volleyball, Pickleball (during open gym), a nutritional lunch program, bridge and Mah Jongg. We also offer blood pressure checks from Med Star Montgomery Medical Center the third Thursday of every month along with special events, theme parties, and celebrations on a regular basis. Come check us out!

Bingo

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 11:00am-Noon

Dominos

Tuesdays & Thursdays • 1:00pm-2:00pm

Plum Gar CRC Tuesdays & Fridays • 10:00am-2:00pm 19561 Scenery Drive Germantown, MD 20876 240-777-4919 Participate in tai chi, ballroom dancing and karaoke! Call the center for details on spring programs.

CASSA (Chinese American Senior Services Association) Thursdays • 10:00am-2:00pm

Potomac CRC Tuesdays & Fridays • 10:00am-1:30pm 11315 Falls Road Potomac, MD 20854 240-777-6960

55+ Club

Seniors from the community come together to discuss current events and other topics of interest. This program also includes chair exercise, games, crafts, movies, guest speakers and entertainers. Light refreshments are served.

FREE. In addition, we offer a wide variety of exercise classes, several are free while others have a nominal fee. Come join us! * Includes a nutrition lunch program. + Limited transportation avaliable on program meeting days.

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Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org

Senior Sports Activities Recreation offers many opportunities for individuals 55+ to participate in volleyball, basketball, badminton, pickleball, table tennis, billiards and other individual and team sports. Drop-In Gym programs only require individuals to get a $30 a year open gym pass. There are also leagues offered at several locations that are co-sponsored with the Montgomery County Senior Sports Association (MCSSA). Call the Sports Team at 240-777-6810 for more information on league play. Aquatics also offers many programs and classes. Call the Aquatics Team at 240-777-6860 for additional information.

Open Gym Badminton

Open Gym Basketball Bauer Drive CRC Tu, Th • 9:00am-Noon North Potomac CRC M • 6:15pm-8:45pm** W • 9:00am-Noon

Open Gym Pickleball Bauer Drive CRC M • 12:30pm-2:30pm F • 10:15am-11:45am (instruction) Clara Barton CRC M • Noon-1:30pm Damascus CRC* Tu, Th, Sa • 10:00am-Noon East County CRC F • 12:30pm-2:30pm

Open Gym Sports Longwood CRC M, W • Noon-3:00pm

Open Gym Table Tennis North Potomac CRC T • 6:15pm-8:45pm** W • 9:30am-Noon

Open Gym Volleyball Bauer Drive CRC M, W• 10:30am-12:30pm Mid-County CRC F • Noon-2:00pm North Potomac CRC Tu • 9:00am-Noon Tu • 6:15pm-8:45pm** White Oak CRC M • 10:30am-1:30pm * Open to all ages **Open to ages 18 & up

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North Potomac CRC Th • 9:00am-Noon Th • 6:15pm-8:45pm**

Germantown CRC Su • Noon-2:00pm Jane E. Lawton CRC Th • Noon-2:30pm Longwood CRC Tu • 10:00am-Noon Th • 12:30pm-2:30pm North Potomac CRC M • 9:00am-Noon M • 6:15pm-8:45pm** Mid County CRC M, W • 12:00pm-2:00pm Th • 6:00pm-8:45pm** Plum Gar CRC W • 7:00pm-8:45pm Potomac CRC Tu • 11:00am-1:00pm Ross Boddy CRC M, W • 12:30pm-2:30pm T • 6:00pm-8:30pm White Oak CRC T • 6:00pm-8:45pm Th • 10:30am-12:30pm F • 6:00pm-8:45pm (1st and 3rd Friday)

Senior Sneaker Exercise Program Montgomery County Recreation’s popular Senior Sneaker Program helps adults age 55 and older have access to quality exercise/weight rooms across the County for a very affordable $50 annual membership fee. For this low fee, members can use the exercise/weight rooms at all of the centers below during their normal operating hours.

BAUER DRIVE CRC CLARA BARTON NRC COFFIELD CRC DAMASCUS CRC EAST COUNTY CRC GERMANTOWN CRC LAWTON CRC

LONG BRANCH CRC LONGWOOD CRC NORTH POTOMAC CRC MARILYN J. PRAISNER CRC MID-COUNTY CRC PLUM GAR CRC POTOMAC CRC

ROSS BODDY CRC SCOTLAND NRC UPPER COUNTY CRC WHITE OAK CRC WISCONSIN PLACE CRC

Indoor Walking Many community and senior centers provide space for indoor walking during inclement weather.

Call the center nearest you for additional information.

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Exercise Class Highlights

In addition to exercise classes offered at our Senior Centers, many Community and Neighborhood Recreation Centers offer 55+ exercise classes. To learn about availability and to sign up, call the Community Center you are interested in attending.

Senior Fit by Holy Cross Health

A partnership with Holy Cross Hospital and Montgomery County Recreation, these free classes help participants to improve strength, endurance, and flexibility. Participants must have a doctor’s permission note. Call 301-754-8800 for registration information.

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Bauer CRC M, W • 9:00am-9:45am and 10:00am-10:45am F • 9:15am-10:00am Coffield CRC Tu, Th • 10:30am-11:15am East County CRC M, W, F • 10:45am-11:30am Germantown CRC Tu • 1:45pm-2:30pm; Th • 11:30am-12:15pm Mid-County CRC M,W,F • 11:00am-11:45am Long Branch Senior Center M, W • 12:00pm-12:45pm Plum Gar CRC M, W • 10:30am-11:15am North Potomac Senior Center M, W • 1:00pm-1:45pm

Better Bones

Long Branch Senior Center W, F • 1:00pm-2:00pm Schweinhaut Senior Center M, Th • 2:00pm-3:00pm

Suburban Hospital Senior Shape Exercise Programs

The Senior Shape program is designed to improve the overall health of seniors. The program consists of strength, flexibility, and aerobic exercise training classes. Register online at: events.suburbanhospital.org or call 301-896-3939. The fee is $40 per class for a 3-month session.

Weight Training Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center Tuesdays • 10:00am-10:45am Holiday Park Senior Center Fridays • 11:00am-11:45am Clara Barton Community Recreation Center Fridays • 1:00pm-1:45pm

Aerobics/Strength Training/ Stretching Clara Barton Community Recreation Center Tuesdays & Thursdays • 11:30am-12:15am North Potomac Senior Center Fridays • 9:30am-10:15am

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Praisner CRC M-F • 9:00am-9:45am M, W, F • 10:00am-10:45am Ross Boddy NRC Tu, Th • 9:00am-9:45am Schweinhaut Senior Center M, W, F • 8:30am-9:15am and 9:30am-10:15am Tu • 9:00am-9:45am Sa • 9:30am-10:15am White Oak Senior Center Tu, Th • 9:00am-9:45am

Advanced Aerobics/Strength Training/Stretching: Wisconsin Place Community Recreation Center Tuesdays • 10:00am-10:45am Potomac Community Recreation Center Mondays • 11:00am-11:45am Wednesdays • 9:15am-10:00am

Stability Ball Holiday Park Senior Center Mondays • 9:00am-9:45am Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center Tuesdays • 11:00am-11:45am

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Exercise Class Highlights MedStar Montgomery Medical Center

Please register at MedStarMontgomery.org/classes or call 301-774-8881.

Senior Strength & Balance

Tai Chi

Gentle Flow Yoga for Seniors

Have fun, feel better and get fit with a free 45 minute fitness active aging group exercise class, designed to help older adults increase muscular strength, flexibility, range of motion and maintain their cardiovascular health. Sign up today! Classes are ongoing and a physician's consent form is required to participate.

Longwood CRC Tuesdays • 9:00am Wednesdays • 10:00am Mid-County CRC Wednesdays • 1:00pm

This free meditative exercise program is designed for seniors age 55 and older.

Improving balance, and coordination, flexibility, and range of motion and the program will increase strength by making your movements more efficient. Wear comfortable, loose fitting clothing and flat shoes. Students should be able to stand for 30 minutes at a time.

Longwood CRC Mondays • 10:00am Mid-County CRC Tuesdays • 11:00am Ross Boddy CRC Tuesdays • 11:00am

A variety of yoga poses to increase strength, balance and flexibility. The class ends with a wonderful meditation that soothes the mind and body.

Longwood CRC Call for dates/times $40 for 8 sessions What to bring: yoga mat, water and comfortable shoes

MARYLAND SENIOR OLYMPICS Montgomery County Recreation is the host agency for the Maryland Senior Olympics with many of the events happening right here in Montgomery County! Registration for the 2018 events will open in March.

This year athletes are competing to qualify for the National Senior Games being held in Albuquerque, New Mexico in 2019! Get all of the event details and registration information at www.mdseniorolympics.org or call 240-777-4930.

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Therapeutic Recreation & Inclusion Services Montgomery County Recreation welcomes and encourages individuals with disabilities to participate in recreation programs through Therapeutic Recreation Programs or Inclusion Services.

Therapeutic Recreation programs provide skill development, leisure education and recreation participation for individuals with various disabilities. The programs encourage socialization in order to nurture relationship between all participants. Specific target populations are included in the descriptions for each program.

Inclusion is an opportunity for participation in recreation programs alongside individuals without disabilities. Inclusion support encourages the facilitation of meaningful relationships between all participants involved in MCR Programs. Inclusion Services, such as interpreters, large print, auxiliary aids and/or companions, support individuals with disabilities to participate in programs and facilities in an inclusive environment.

Aquatics TR Kayak Clinic

TR Adult Social Swim

Ages 18 & Up: Adapted aquatics and excercise in a group setting. Have fun, meet new friends and get some exercise 1 staff to 7 participants. No personal care assistance provided.

4 Sessions 46680 OSC 8 Sessions 46678 MLK 46681 OSC 46679 GISC 46682 KSAC

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Ages 11 & Up: Do you want to try out a kayak? This is a clinic for people with a disability and their family members, 12 and older, to try out a kayak in our outdoor pool. We will be in our lazy river at MLK JR SWIM CENTER which is shallow with a very mild current. We will provide instruction and equipment (life jackets, paddles, kayaks). Preregistration is required. Swimming ability required.

1 Session 46700 MLK

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1:00pm-3:00pm

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Canoe and Kayak Trip

Ages 10 & Up: Join us for a canoe trip down the C&O canal and the Potomac River. We may see eagles, herons, ospreys, egrets, hawks ducks and geese. Bring a lunch , plenty of water, wear water shoes, and dress for the weather.

This trip is for individuals with disabilities, their friends and family members. We will be in flat or gently moving water. Cost is per person.

Canoes, kayaks and equipment provided. Call 240-777-6895 for more details. Swimming ability required.

1 Session 46663 Violettes Lock

$35 5/12 Sa 9:00am-5:00pm

Ages 18 & Up: Hand building techniques includes decorating, firing, slab, coil and pinch methods. Participants must be able to indicate wants and needs. 1 staff 8 participants. No personal care provided. $20 materials fee due at first session. $75 4/10 T 4/10 T

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

4/11 W 10:30am-11:30am 4/11 W 1:30pm-2:30pm

Kaleidoscope Art

Ages 14 & Up: Fun always happens at this structured program offering arts and crafts using various media to create one of a kind art.

Participants should be able to follow simple instructions, understand basic rules and express needs. 1 staff to 5 participants.

8 Sessions 46660 Plum Gar NRC

$32 4/7 Sa 11:00am-12:30pm

Kids Kaleidoscope Art

Ages 6-13: We provide the materials so kids can use their imagination to create fun and interesting art. Seasonal themes makes each class a new experience. Participants should be able to follow simple instructions, understand basic rules and express needs. 1 staff to 5 participants.

8 Sessions 46724 Plum Gar NRC

Ages 15 & Up: Get fit through movement, stretching, and aerobics for your cardio and core and so much more! 1 staff to 10 participants.

8 Sessions 46656 Damascus CRC

$40 4/12 Th 7:00pm-8:00pm

Cheer Aerobics

Ages 13-22: “Cheer” your way to fun and fitness! Shake pom poms and dance to music to get your heart and body moving. Pom poms provided for class. 1 staff to 10 participants.

8 Sessions $40 46729 East County CRC 4/11 W 7:00pm-8:00pm

Handbuilt Pottery

8 Sessions Instructor: Valerie Haber 46721 N. Potomac CRC 46722 N. Potomac CRC Instructor: Pamela Reid 47544 White Oak CRC 47545 White Oak CRC

Cardio ‘n Core

$40 4/7 Sa 1:00pm-2:00pm

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Karate for Individuals with Disabilities

Ages 6 & Up: Introduction to traditional Korean Karate (Tang So Do) with emphasis on improving motor coordination. Classes will include stretching, arm and leg movements and drills. Wear loose fitting clothes or white GI (uniform). New students attend 9am class.

10 Sessions Instructor: TKA Inc. 46661 Holiday Park SC 46662 Holiday Park SC

$75 4/7 Sa 9:00am-9:45am 4/7 Sa 10:00am-10:45am

Moving with Mike

Ages 18 & Up: This is a class for people who want to get a work out while seated. It is designed for individuals with mobility issues but its great for anyone who wants to maintain joint flexibility and muscle strength in a small supportive group setting. Discussions will focus on ways to keep exercising outside of the class.

8 Sessions $50 46668 Germantown CRC 4/8 S

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Stretch ‘n Tone

Ages 15 & Up: Help tone your body’s muscles and encourage flexibility through stretching exercises. Ideal for beginners. Participants should be able to follow one and two step instructions. 1 staff to 10 participants.

8 Sessions 46675 Glenmont LP 46730 Damascus CRC

$40 4/9 M 7:00pm-8:00pm 4/12 Th 6:00pm-7:00pm

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TR Yoga Basics

Ages 13 & Up: Introduces beginning and continuing students to yoga principles of body alignment and breath awareness. Emphasis is placed on stretching the legs, back, and shoulders; movements can be adapted by using a chair for seated poses and for balance for standing poses. Wear non-restrictive comfortable clothing. Bare feet are essential.

Bring a yoga mat and blanket.

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8 Sessions $82 Instructor: Irene Bopp 46702 White Oak CRC 4/12 Th 1:30pm-2:30pm 46701 Bauer Dr. CRC 4/10 T 4:30pm-5:30pm 46726 Mid County CRC 4/18 W 6:15pm-7:15pm

TR Zumba

Ages 13 & Up: Every class is a party! Latin-based dance fitness class taught by a licensed Zumba instructor. Participants should be able to follow one and two-step instructions. One staff to 10 participants. Dress in comfortable clothing and shoes for active movement.

8 Sessions $40 46703 Upper County CRC 4/12 Th 7:00pm-7:50pm 46704 Holiday Park Sc 4/14 S 10:00am-10:50am

Turn the Beat Around

Ages 13 & Up: Introduction to basic rhythm and movement for social dancing. Learn line and group dance for all occasions. Participants should be able to follow two-step instructions. 1 staff to 10 participants.

8 Sessions 46706 Holiday Park SC

$40 4/14 Sa 11:00am-12:00pm

General Sports Let’s Play Ball at the Miracle League Field

Ages 15 & Up: Let’s Play Ball gives players with disabilities the chance to play baseball. The field has the look and feel of a professional stadium with bleachers that are covered for sun protection. During each game, everyone is given an opportunity to hit and score a run. Team members’ coaches assist players in hitting, running and catching the ball. Restricted balls are used to keep everyone safe. Spring games are coming soon!

8 Sessions $50 46665 South 4/7 Sa 12:00pm-1:30pm

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Specialty Programs Brain Bender Games

Ages 7 & Up: Entertain your brain with fun games that test visual perception, pattern recognition, spatial relations, problem solving, matching and memory skills, and brain teasers.

This program has varying degrees of challenging games. 1 staff to 4 participants.

6 Sessions Ages 7-12 46654 Holiday Park SC Ages 13 & Up 46653 Holiday Park SC

4/14 Sa 10:00am-11:00am 4/14 Sa 11:00am-12:00am

Drumming - Rock Out

Ages 15 & Up: Get energized by using drum sticks to the beat of great music! By using boxes, balls, bottles or cans, you can have fun playing along for a full body workout. Drum sticks provided or bring your own. No experience necessary, just play! 1 staff to 7 participants.

8 Sessions $40 46725 Bauer Drive CRC 4/12 Th 7:00pm-8:00pm

Kid’s Kitchen

Ages 6-10 with learning disabilities or ADD/ HD. If your child loves to cook or you would like them to learn, then this is the class. Each week young chefs will prepare a nutritious snack that they can make at home. Kitchen safety and nutrition will be part of each class.

Each chef will make a recipe book to have a home to make their favorites for the family.

Instructor is Odessa from Camp Pines! 1 staff to 4 participants.

8 Sessions 46723 Holiday Park SC

$60 4/7 Sa 9:30am-11:30am

TR BIG Game Nights

Ages 13 & Up: Have fun playing over-sized games with your friends, and come make new friends too! Gym games, group games, board games, bingo, and more! Program meets second and fourth Friday of the month. 1 staff to 5 participants; no personal care. Theme nights make each night a new adventure: 4/13 “Friday the 13th” - wear black for some spooky fun 4/27 Baseball Fan Night - wear your favorite team t-shirt and hat 5/11 Spring Fiesta Night - wear bright colors 6/8 Luau Night - wear a beach or Hawaiian shirt 4 Sessions 46683 Bauer Dr. CRC

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Saturday Night Socials Ages 15 & Up with disabilities: Our Special Event theme dances have gotten even BIGGER and BETTER! 6:00pm 10:00pm, the last Saturday of the month (schedule may vary for Holidays).

6:00pm - 8:00pm DJ, dancing and games. Pizza and refreshments served.

8:00pm - 10:00pm DJ and cosmic dancing with colorful lights.

All dancers pay $10; pre-registration is encouraged.

FLING Ages 15 & Up: Show off your fancy footwork as we celebrate spring! Semi-formal attire preferred.

All dancers pay $10 at the door.

Ages 15 & Up: Jump, Jive and Swing back to the 40's and 50's for a night of fun!

All dancers pay $10 at the door.

April 28, 2018 6:00pm-10:00pm Holiday Park Senior Center Activity #46649

June 30, 2018 6:00pm-10:00pm Holiday Park Senior Center Activity #46677

Weekend Adult Social Clubs You spoke and we listened! Thanks for your input! Our Therapeutic Recreation Adult Social Clubs are new and improved!

Looking for meeting new people – we’ve got it! Looking for taking some fun group trips – we’ve got it! Looking for a place to hang out with your friends – we’ve got it! You are welcome to register for more than one club to give you more weekend social opportunities.

Weekend Adult Social Club membership fees are $40 each for the year - October 2017 thru July 2018. Activity fees are not included in the membership fee. Activity fees range from free (game night) to $50 (dinner theatre). Club trips depart from the Recreation Administrative Office.

Insiders Club

Ages 18 and up with disabilities: Get out of the house and get “in” some fun with your friends! Game nights, holiday parties, potlucks and more to give you an opportunity to socialize and hang out together. Activities based at Holiday Park Senior Center so you can easily plan your transportation and be familiar with your environment. Staff supervision provided.

Weekenders Club

Socializers

Ages 21 & Up with disabilities: Adults who live independently and are looking to meet other people in planned social activities and day trips - ballgames, cooking workshops, dinner theaters. Staff supervision provided but members have an opportunity to independently explore on some trips; members must be able to meet at designated area/time (i.e. annual holiday shopping trip to outlet mall).

Ages 18 & Up with disabilities: Be actively involved with your friends on trips - amusement parks, hayride and bonfire, hiking, and more. A great opportunity for those that like to be on the move! Staff supervision provided.

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Youth Development Office: 240-777-8080

The Youth Development Team is generating an enhanced and vibrant approach to service delivery that reaches out to all young people. We use recreation to ensure young people are productive, healthy, and connected during out-of-school time. Our positive youth development strategies include opportunities, programs, and services which emphasize health & wellness, youth leadership & social equity, workforce development, and connection to caring adult role models.

Excel Beyond the Bell - Elementary A high-quality afterschool program that provides opportunities for academic and recreational enrichment. Participants power up with a healthy, hot meal. Students are part of a great afterschool experience, fostering a sense of community and belonging. Check our website for participating schools.

Rec Extra - Middle Schools Discover new opportunities!

Meet students you might not otherwise meet! Get to know your teachers outside of the academic setting.

RecXtra offers exciting after-school activities that make school a more exciting place to be. Check our website for participating schools.

Soccer4Change Montgomery County Soccer 4 Change is a referral based outreach soccer program that runs seasonally. The program is designed to connect high school youth to critical developmental assets through team play. Throughout this league, coaches work with our youth to instill four core team values: Accountability, Respect, Trust and Teamwork. Contact our office to find out how to make a referral.

Excel Beyond the Bell - Middle Students at Excel Beyond the Bell schools get expanded access to after school! Members can power up with an after school meal before heading off to an activity of their choice. Need a ride home? Membership includes access to a 5:45 p.m. activity bus. You might come for the extracurricular activities, but you will stay for the people you meet! Check our website for participating schools.

RecZone - High Schools RecZone brings the excitement you crave to your time after school. Get away from school pressures, be active, hang out with friends and even meet some cool adults. RecZone provides a wide variety of opportunities: Employment Help, Creative Arts, Mentoring, Dance, Leadership, College Tours, Homework Help, lunch time programs and more! Check our website for participating schools.

TeenWorks TeenWorks is a yearround employment program for young people ages 16-24 who are looking for their first job. Participants gain valuable employment experience while earning a paycheck. Check out our webpage to find out how to get involved or apply to be a TeenWorks apprentice.

SIGNATURE EVENTS MoCo’s Got Talent

Moco's Got Ta lent

A visual arts, dance and music competition for middle and high school youth to showcase their talents. Young people will audition for a final spot to perform at The Fillmore in downtown Silver Spring. Look for auditions starting in early March. Follow us on Twitter @mocorec to be the first to know when auditions are scheduled.

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Montgomery County Youth Summit Coming this Spring! The Montgomery County Youth Summit is your chance to be heard. Let our local officials hear your opinions on how to keep young people connected. Transportation may be provided to Silver Spring from your area. Check out our website for more information.

Audacity of Hoops Coming this May to downtown Silver Spring! This 3 on 3 Hoop It Up style tournament is open to all middle and high school students in Montgomery County. This high endurance competition will draw hundreds of hoop hopefuls to the Plaza. Check out our website for more information.

Au da city of Hoops

East County Strings Do you have a passion for music and attend middle school in Eastern Montgomery County? Want to learn from professional musicians and be part of an orchestra? Then East County Strings may be just right for you. Check out our website for participating schools.

Make Your First Job a TeenWorks Experience!

Summer Jobs & Seasonal Apprenticeships • On the job training • Build memories that last • Variety of work locations • Must be a young Montgomery County resident, ages 16-24

Apply Now http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/careers

More Information Call the Youth Development Team at 240-777-8080.

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PLAN TO SOAR THIS SPRING! Day trips are designed for the active, vigorous senior adult, age 55 and older. Each trip involves a lot of walking and/or exercise. Travel by motorcoach for trips unless otherwise specified.

All trips depart from and return to the Olney Manor Recreational Park. The address is 16605 Georgia Avenue, Olney, Maryland. This is at the traffic light at Georgia Avenue and Emory Lane. It is accessible by both automobile and public bus. Turn into Emory Lane and take the second left and follow signs for Skate Park and Ballfield #1.

SPRING REGISTRATION BEGINS TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2018 AT 8:30AM RIDING TOUR OF OLD TOWN ALEXANDRIA Trip number: 44161 Fee: $69

CHERRY BLOSSOM CRUISE AND LUNCH ON THE SPIRIT CRUISE LINE Trip number: 44160 Fee: $87

Wednesday, April 4 Leave: 10:00am, Return 4:00pm

We’ll begin our day by cruising along the Potomac River and enjoying a relaxing lunch buffet, included, on the Spirit Cruise Line as we enjoy the sights of Washington with the Cherry Blossoms in bloom. The Captain will narrate the many historic sites as we sail down the Potomac River. There will also be music and a DJ who will lead line dancing and play music for other types of dancing by participants.

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Thursday, April 12 Leave: 8:15am, Return 4:30pm

Experience colonial history with a local guide who will narrate a 1 and 1/2 hour riding tour of historic Old Town. Be entertained with anecdotes and gossip from the 18th and 19th Centuries. Founded in 1749 as a port for area planters, Alexandria was laid out by a young surveyor named George Washington. In the streets of Alexandria, history lives. Entire city blocks evoke a time long ago.

Also, browse the Torpedo Factory Art Galleries. Enjoy a delicious three course luncheon, included, with your choice from four entrées, served by colonial costumed waiters at Historic Gadsby’s Tavern.

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Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org A TASTE OF LITTLE ITALY IN BALTIMORE Trip number: 44162 Trip number: 44163 Fee: $70

Wednesday, April 18 Thursday, April 19 Leave: 8:45am, Return 4:00pm

“Doc,” John Charlton will entertain us with an insight into Baltimore’s unique “Little Italy.” We will learn how and why this little neighborhood got started and still remains closely knit. We will tour the community which started out with Irish settlers and became Italian and still remains Italian. We will visit one of Baltimore’s hidden jewels “The Great St. Leo’s Church,” and learn many exciting facts about how and why these Italians took the risk of crossing the ocean to America.

You will be introduced to a number of Saints together with the customs of Little Italy, including: Bocce Ball--a favorite pastime. Our tour guide is very familiar with many of the families, murals, and legends. This is a trip you won’t want to miss. At the end of the tour we will have an Italian lunch, included, consisting of a sampler of Chiapparelli’s Italian specialties.

SPIES OF WASHINGTON TOUR WITH GARY POWERS, JR. Trip number: 44164 Fee: $55

Thursday, April 26 Leave: 8:30am, Return 4:30pm

The tour will introduce you to many of the locations in and around Washington that have been associated with intelligence and counter intelligence activities. Gary Powers, Jr. will give a briefing on the Cold War and U-2 incident (his father was the downed pilot). A movie, Bridge of Spies, starring Tom Hanks was released depicting this historic event. Carol Bessette, a renowned tour guide and retired Air Forse Intelligence Officer, will narrate the tour as we pass spy drops and homes of notorious players in the spy business. Lunch, on own, at the Pentagon City Mall Food Court.

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WALKING TOUR OF HISTORIC ST. MARY’S CITY, MD Trip number: 44165 Fee: $70

Thursday, May 3 Leave: 7:15am, Return 5:30pm

Experience colorful living history, fascinating archaeology, and great natural beauty at Maryland’s first capital. St. Mary’s City is located in a beautiful tidewater landscape in Southern Maryland on the western shore of the Potomac River, near what meets the Chesapeake Bay. Visit a tobacco plantation, the reconstructed state house of 1676, go aboard the re-created square-rigged “Dove,”and visit the Woodland Indian Hamlet. Lunch included at St. Mary’s College, which was thoroughly enjoyed by our participants on our previous trips.

TOUR FREDERICKSBURG, VIRGINIA CIVIL WAR BATTLEFIELD WITH RENOWNED CIVIL WAR HISTORIAN, ED BEARSS Trip number: 44166 Trip number: 44167 Fee: $75

Wednesday, May 9 Thursday, May 10 Leave: 7:45am, Return at 5:00pm

Take a walking and riding tour of the Fredericksburg Civil War Battlefield with Ed Bearss, a retired Park Service Chief Historian and author of 15 books on the Civil War. Be mesmerized as you hear about regiments and commanders in a stirring narrative with someone who knows war first and as a Marine Corps Veteran of Guadalcanal and New Britain in WWII. Buffet lunch included, at Golden Corral Restaurant.

THE WYETH STORY: TOURS OF THE ANDREW WYETH STUDIO, THE N.C. WYETH HOUSE AND STUDIO AND THE BRANDYWINE MUSEUM Trip number: 44168 Trip number: 44169

Wednesday, May 16 Thursday, May 17

Fee: $85

Leave: 7:15am, Return at 5:30pm

Experience the Wyeth History!

Be guided through the Andrew Wyeth Studio, a 19th century school house where the artist lived from 1940 until 1961 and continued to work until he died. The studio opened to the public in 2012 for the first time since his death in 2009. Andrew was known as “America’s Artist,” because of his prodigious work for seven decades. We’ll also tour the house and studio of N.C. Wyeth, the great illustrator who died in 1945 when he and a grandchild were struck by a train. A visit to the Brandywine Museum, which houses a permanent collection of Wyeth’s works is also part of the tour. Lunch at the Brandywine River Museum restaurant is included.

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Montgomery County Recreation WHITE WATER RAFTING TRIP ON THE SHENANDOAH RIVER

HARRIET TUBMAN RIDING TOUR ON THE MARYLAND EASTERN SHORE Trip number: 44170 Trip number: 44171 Fee: $77

Trip number: 44174 Fee: $85

Wednesday, May 23 Thursday, May 24 Leave: 7:15am, Return 6:30pm This tour will be guided by the docent of the Harriet Tubman Museum in Cambridge, MD. We will learn about Harriet Tubman’s life and her heroic work guiding slaves to freedom on the Underground Railroad at the Maryland Eastern Shore.

We will visit sites that Harriet Tubman knew well and were historically significant landscapes of the Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad.

We will also visit the new Harriet Tubman Visitors Center and the Harriet Tubman Museum. Harriet Tubman has become prominent in recent news as her picture will soon be displayed on the twenty dollar bill. A delicious crabcake lunch, included, at the Canvassback Restaurant in Cambridge.

ANNUAL SAILING TRIP ON CHESAPEAKE BAY Trip number: 44172 Fee: $80

Thursday, May 31 Leave: 8:15am, Return at 3:30pm

Trip number: 44173 Fee: $80

Thursday, May 31 Leave: 12:30pm, Return at 7:30pm

Our ever popular sailing trip out of Annapolis is a great way to spend a relaxing day! Enjoy 4 hours under sail on a 76 foot-long sailboat with a professional captain and crew. A picnic lunch on board is included.

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Thursday, June 7 Leave: 8:00am, Return at 4:15pm

This popular two and a half-hour rafting trip on the Shenandoah River is being offered again this year. An expert guide in each raft will lead our group through White Horse Rapids, down the famed Shenandoah Staircase and over Bull Falls (rated class II-III, which are easy to moderate in difficulty). Recommended attire is shorts, t-shirt, and sneakers. No hard-soled shoes. No experience required.

Bring sunscreen, a towel, and a change of clothes. A fried chicken lunch is included.

MARINE CORPS EVENING PARADE, PRECISION MARCHING AND BAND CONCERT Trip number: 44175 Fee: $30

Friday, June 15 Leave: 6:15pm, Return at 11:15pm

A performance of music and precision marching, the Evening Parade features the “Presidents Own” USMC Band, the USMC Drum and Bugle Corps, and the USMC Silent Drill Platoon, a universal symbol of professionalism, discipline, and Esprit de Corps of the USMC. The ceremony reflects the story of the Marine Corps throughout the world. The Program is held at the Marine Corps Barracks in Washington, DC. Join us for one or more of our baseball game trips this year.

We will enjoy trips to two Nationals and two Orioles games this season. This year our seats are located in gallery/ upper box seats which are below where we sat in past years. All games this year are $60.00 per person and include chartered motor coach transportation. All trips return immediately after the games are concluded.

NOTE: THERE IS WALKING AND STEP CLIMBING REQUIRED AT EACH GAME.

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Wednesday, June 13

Orioles vs Boston Red Sox

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Wednesday, July 11

Orioles vs NY Yankees

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Tuesday, July 31

Nationals vs NY Mets

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Thursday, August 9

Nationals vs Atlanta Braves

4:30pm

4:30pm 4:30pm 10:30am

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Day Trippers offers trips for all ages with a variety of destinations – a day trip program planned with your interests in mind.

Join us for our fun family and adult trips offered throughout each season and leave the driving to us. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Trips leave and return from the Olney Manor Recreational Park.

SPRING REGISTRATION BEGINS TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2018 AT 8:30AM THE 2018 PHS PHILADELPHIA FLOWER SHOW: “WONDERS OF WATER” PHILADELPHIA, PA

Trip number: 44186 Fee: $89

Thursday, March 8, 2018 (Snow Date: March 9) Leave: 7:30am, Return: 6:30pm

Celebrate the beauty and life-sustaining interplay of plants and water with The 2018 PHS Philadelphia Flower Show, “Wonders of Water.” The show is a top destination horticultural event, attracting over 250,000 visitors annually to the Pennsylvania Convention Center. America’s leading floral and garden designer will create tropical jungles, temperate forests, native woodlands and arid landscapes, showcasing the astounding plants that thrive in each environment. Visitors to the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show are treated to fabulous design, live entertainment, gardening workshops, and lectures by experts. The show also offers an on-site food court and numerous vendors with a wide assortment of flowers and gardening items for sale. Tickets allows you to leave and return to the show.

Across from the convention center you may also visit the Reading Terminal Market, a fabulous food emporium with a multitude of food and shopping options! Fee includes: Transportation and general admission ticket. Meals are on your own.

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DUBLIN IRISH DANCE, “STEPPING OUT” MAJESTIC THEATER, GETTYSBURG, PA

Trip number: 44187 Fee: $124

Sunday, March 18, 2018 Leave: 10:30am, Return: 7:30pm

Experience the Majestic Theater in historic Gettysburg. A 16 million dollar restoration of the theater has meticulously re-created its original Colonial Revival features. Spend an exhilarating afternoon with Dublin Irish Dance, an all-star cast of world champion Irish step dancers, vocalists and instrumentalists who have performed with Riverdance, Michael Flatley’s Lord of the Dance, and Celtic Woman. The show brings to life the epic tale of Celtic culture, carrying its traditional melodies and steps to the New World with a gala celebration of Irish music and dance. Before the show enjoy an elaborate private hot Italian buffet in the Eisenhower Room at the Gettysburg Hotel. Fee includes transportation, pre-show lunch buffet and show admission.

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Montgomery County Recreation JESUS AT SIGHT & SOUND THEATRE LANCASTER, PA

Trip number: 44189 Fee: $149

Saturday, April 7, 2018 Leave: 9:30am, Return: 7:30pm

Sight & Sound Theatres invites you to experience the greatest rescue story of all time!

Jesus is the actionpacked musical stage adventure that takes you on a miraculous journey alongside the most famous person to ever walk the earth. While Jesus’ story may be familiar, his actions are unexpected. He befriends outcasts and heals the hurting. He challenges social norms and confronts hypocrisy. He sets sail with fishermen and reasons with religious scholars. From the streets of Jerusalem to the raging Sea of Galilee, there’s no place and no person his love can’t reach. Before the show, enjoy a delicious buffet lunch at Miller’s Smorgasbord and shopping at the Gift & Bake shop along with the other adjacent shops including Ruthie’s, The Tea Parlor, Twin Brook Winery and the Quilt Shop. Fee includes: transportation, buffet lunch and the show.

TOUR MAYMONT & LEWIS GINTER GARDENS RICHMOND, VA

Trip number: 44190 Fee: $89

Friday, April 20, 2018 Leave: 7:45am, Return: 6:45pm

We will have a guided tour of Maymont Gardens and the Estate where the grounds and gardens are like nothing else in the City of Richmond, expansive, unique, well-maintained and ever-changing. Maymont’s grounds are diverse, with high bluffs, massive rock outcroppings, streams and ravines. Its expansive lawns are interspersed by gazebos, statuary, meandering walkways and various garden ornaments. Maymont’s spectacular Italian Garden, Japanese Garden and Arboretum all date back to the Dooley’s (the owners) era and are highlights of any garden tour. We will tour the Romanesque-style mansion which was completed in 1893. After touring Maymont we will travel to Lewis Ginter Botanical Gardens which offers year-round spectacular gardens, dining and shopping. We will have lunch on your own at the self-service Garden Café and Shop until the designated time of our guided tour of the gardens. It encompasses more than 40 acres and is home to a diverse collection of plants and wildlife. A true living

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museum, the Garden provides a multi-sensory experience with hands-on opportunities to engage all ages and interests.

A classical domed Conservatory is the only one of its kind in the mid-Atlantic. More than a dozen themed gardens include a Healing Garden, Fountain Garden, Asian Valley and Victorian Garden. After touring you will have more time to shop at the Garden Shop with its distinctive merchandise.

Fee includes: transportation, admission and tours.

Lunch on your own at the Café on site.

GYPSY’S TEAROOM & BAUGHER’S FARM MARKET WESTMINSTER, MD

Trip number: 44191 Fee: $79

Friday, April 27, 2018 Leave: 9:45am, Return: 4:45pm

We will visit Gypsy’s Tearoom for a Traditional English Experience. Housed in the William Winchester House, (circa 1760), the location and charm of the original building authenticates and enhances your tea experience at Gypsy’s today. Your tea luncheon is served in accordance with English traditions, paying special attention to the formal English table, menu, standards and style of service. In addition to a brewed tea of your choice, the menu will consist of soup and salad, scones with clotted cream and spreads, fresh fruit, tea sandwiches and savories, assorted sweets and sorbet and a fluted fruit beverage. Save time to browse through Inspirations Gift Shop located on the second floor of the inn. The Tea Shoppe, located in the old kitchen of the inn, is reminiscent of an English tea shop where guests can select from an extensive line of fine teas, including our own blends. Guests will want to save time to browse for fine china, tea ware, and gourmet foods. Gift baskets are available for purchase, or a custom basket created while you enjoy your afternoon tea. Inspiration Gift Shop is a retailer of gifts, gift baskets, home accents and gourmet foods. After our tea we will travel to Baugher’s Farm market a tradition in Westminster. If time and weather permit we will visit Johnsons Boutique and garden Center in Olney, MD. Fee includes transportation and Royal Tea.

ARBORFEST

NATIONAL ARBORETUM, WASHINGTON, DC Trip number: 44192 Fee: $49

Sunday, April 29, 2018 Leave: 9:00am, Return: 3:00pm

Spend a delightful day visiting the National Arboretum Gardens. Each year we celebrate Spring through a muchanticipated Garden Fair and Plant Sale. As the Arboretum grounds bloom, the site is transformed into a festival of sights, sounds and smells! The fair coincides with the Arboretum’s spectacular display of more than 10,000 azaleas making it a wonderful event for families, plant lovers and visitors alike! Limited food vendors or bring a picnic lunch to enjoy at the designated picnic area in the National Grove of State Trees! Fee is for transportation! Meals are on your own.

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Trip number: 44194 Fee: $69

Saturday, May 5, 2018 Leave: 7:30am, Return: 6:30pm

Enjoy a day of fun in the sun, great food, entertainment, arts and crafts. Explore the ‘Springfest’, at your own pace. Visit the four-huge big top tents located at the Inlet Lot at the South end of Ocean City’s famous Boardwalk. Entertainment takes place on two stages throughout the day for your enjoyment! Food vendors will be serving up Eastern Shore delicacies and a wide assortment of foods. Visit local boardwalk shops and amusements while enjoying the view of the ocean and beach. You will have an opportunity to catch a shuttle at 1:00pm to the Town of Berlin, MD (a 15 minute ride) to enjoy the Jazz & Blues Bash, as well more shops and restaurants! Voted “America’s Coolest small town,” by Budget Travel. Shuttle back to the drop off location near the Boardwalk for our return home!

Fee is for transportation. Meals are on your own.

MARKET AT GRELEN, TERRARIUM DEMO & SHOPPING SOMERSET, VA

Trip number: 44195 Fee: $84

Friday, May 18, 2018 Leave: 8:00am, Return: 6:00pm

The Market at Grelen opened in April 2013 as a EuropeanStyle Garden Shop and has continued to evolve. We will begin our visit with a private catered lunch buffet from the Casual Café. The Market at Grelen is all about local!

Many cafe ingredients either come from the Grelen Garden or from other local farmers and businesses. The result is a delicious, fresh, unique menu that changes as the seasons change. After our lunch our visit will be enhanced by a “Terrarium Demo” from the experts with the opportunity to purchase all the materials to create a unique terrarium of our own! The remainder of our visit will be shopping and exploring the Market and its surrounding landscape has to offer. So, whether you want to shop for gardening gifts, add to your plant collection, relax on the patio, taste a variety of Virginia made beverages, or hike thru a large selection of specimen landscape trees and plants, Grelen is the place to visit. “We are all about slowing down and savoring the experience and we hope you will too!” We will make an ice cream stop and/or seasonal market stop in route home. Fee is for transportation, catered lunch and demo.

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“GYPSY” AT THE NEWLY RESTORED ALLENBERRY PLAYHOUSE BOILING SPRINGS, PA

Trip number: 44196 Fee: $114

Sunday, May 20, 2018 Leave: 9:30am, Return: 7:30pm

We will begin our afternoon with a private elegant buffet lunch in the Crockett Room of the Barn Restaurant.

Feast on a full cheese display, complete hot buffet lunch, famous Sticky Buns and an individual cheesecake bar with assorted toppings. After the meal, we will make our way to the newly renovated Allenberry Playhouse on the property for the presentation of “Gypsy.” Boasting one show-stopping song after another like “Everything’s Coming Up Roses”and “Let Me Entertain You” this classic musical follows the indomitable stage mother Rose who chases vicarious success and stardom as she pushes her daughters through the vaudeville circuit. Fee is for transportation, private lunch buffet and show.

FREDERICK ARTS SHOW & CARROLL CREEK FIRST SATURDAY FREDERICK, MD

Trip number: 44197 Fee: $49

Saturday, June 2, 2018 Leave: 12:00pm, Return:7:00pm

Celebrating 24 years, the Frederick Festival of the Arts, presented by the Frederick Arts Council, is held along Carroll Creek Linear Park in the heart of Historic downtown Frederick, Maryland. This juried fine arts venue invites discerning art-lovers from across the country. The festival is committed to presenting the finest national artists bringing the best of quality fine art, exceptional musical talents, and plenty of food and beverages for all to enjoy! Join the high caliber celebration! Unique to this venue is its waterway and bridge crossings, and downtown location. The Festival is an open-air event and all walkways around the show are fully handicapped accessible. We will stay to enjoy the festivities of Carroll Creek First Saturday with live entertainment! Fee is for Transportation. Meals are on your own.

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Montgomery County Recreation SOLEADO LAVENDER FARM TOUR, CATERED PRIVATE LUNCH DICKERSON, MD

Trip number: 44198 Fee: $74

Friday, June 8, 2018 Leave: 10:00am, Return: 5:00pm

Soleado Lavender Farm is a family-owned, sustainable lavender farm located at the foot of Sugarloaf Mountain in Montgomery County. Less than an hour from DC, the farm grows several varieties of French and English lavender. We will begin our visit with a guided tour.

Tours touch on the history and future of the farm, agricultural practices, landscape design, and plant care. We will then experience a special presentation by a Lavender expert and enjoy a private catered box lunch. Afterwards, we will have time to shop and experience the surrounding landscapes that encompass the farm! In route home we will make a stop at Butler’s Orchard during Strawberry Season! Fee includes transportation, tour, expert presentation and private catered lunch!

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL - LUZIA: A WAKING DREAM OF MEXICO LERNER TOWN SQUARE, TYSONS, VA

Trip number: 44199 Fee: $104

Sunday, June 10, 2018 Leave: 10:15am, Return: 5:15pm

Cirque du Soleil returns to the Nation’s Capital this Spring with “Luzia: A Waking Dream of Mexico,” a new touring production premiering at Lerner Town Square at Tysons II. LUZIA takes you to an imaginary Mexico, like in a waking dream, where light quenches the spirit and rain soothes the soul. With a surrealistic series of grand visual surprises and breathtaking acrobatic performances, LUZIA cleverly brings the places, faces and sounds of Mexico to the stage. Additionally, integrating the element of water adds a level of acrobatic complexity never-before-seen under the Big Top at Cirque du Soleil. The seating is stadium steps in The Grand Chapiteau. We will visit the Westfield Montgomery Eatery to enjoy a preshow meal, and/or snacks. Concessions and souvenirs are available for purchase inside the tent before the show and during intermission. Price includes transportation and show admission. Meals and snacks are on your own. No outside food and beverages are allowed. There will be security check upon entrance to the show!

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TOBY’S DINNER THEATRE MAMMA MIA COLUMBIA, MD

Trip number: 44200 Fee: $89

Saturday, June 16, 2018 Leave: 5:00pm, Return:11:00pm

A mother. A daughter. Three possible dads and a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget.

Audiences around the world have fallen in love with the music and story that make MAMMA MIA! The feel-good show of our time. On a Greek island paradise, on the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover her father’s identity brings three very different men from her mother’s past back to the island. The magic of ABBA’s timeless hit music (“ Dancing Queen,” “The Winner Takes It All” and many, many more”) tells this story of love, laughter and friendship. This unique venue, with amazing performances “in-the-round,” provides each guest with a dynamic interactive experience and a great view, with no seat more than 30 feet from the stage. Additionally, Toby’s is one of the few regional dinner theatres featuring a live orchestra.

At Toby’s, we offer a 25-item salad bar, carving station, a plentiful buffet uniquely selected by our chef for each show, desserts and a make your-own ice cream sundae bar. With our full-service bar, you can enjoy a cocktail, beer, wine or Toby’s signature show drink which is served in a take home souvenir glass. Show is suitable for all ages! Fee includes: transportation, Dinner Buffet and Show! Alcoholic beverages are on your own! Please note: Fog, haze and strobe effects may be used in this production.

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I SCREAM...YOU SCREAM WE ALL SCREAM FOR ICE CREAM! AND CAKE! AND BALLOONS! AND PARTY FAVORS! AND ALL THE FUN STUFF FOR YOUR NEXT BIRTHDAY PARTY! And what could be better than holding it in one of Montgomery County Recreation’s Community Centers or Aquatic Centers?! Our Centers are nearby, convenient, and best of all, surprisingly affordable. If you live in Montgomery County, there is a Community Recreation Center or Aquatic Center near you. Get started by visiting montgomerycountymd.gov/rec or call 240-777-4980 for Community Recreation Centers or 240-777-6860 for Aquatic Centers.

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COMMUNITY FACILITIES AND PROGRAMS OFFICE 2004 Queensguard Road, Silver Spring 240-777-4980 Community Facilities and programs consists of Senior and Senior Neighborhood Centers, Community Recreation and Neighborhood Recreation Centers

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Aquatic Centers: See page 14.

Senior & Senior Neighborhood Centers: Starting on page 82.

Facility Address: See page 116.

Recreation Centers

Community Recreation Centers (CRC) and Neighborhood Recreation Centers (NRC) are located throughout Montgomery County. A variety of activities and programs are offered for participants of all ages. Each center is unique and may have some or all of the following: gymnasium, social hall with dance floor and kitchen, game and billiards room or area, weight and exercise room, arts and craft room, and meeting room. Rooms of variwous sizes at the CRC/NRCs can also be rented. Call for specific hours and availability.

1 Clara Barton NRC 240-777-4910 7425 MacArthur Boulevard, Cabin John 2 Bauer Drive CRC 240-777-6922 14625 Bauer Drive, Rockville 3 Damascus CRC 240-777-6930 25520 Oak Drive, Damascus 4 Germantown CRC 240-777-8095 18905 Kingsview Road, Germantown 5 Potomac CRC 240-777-6960 11315 Falls Road, Potomac 6 Plum Gar CRC 240-777-4919 19561 Scenery Drive, Germantown 7 Scotland NRC 240-777-8075 7700 Scotland Drive, Potomac 8 Upper County CRC 240-777-8077 8201 Emory Grove Road, Gaithersburg 9 Jane E. Lawton CRC 240-777-6855 4301 Willow Lane, Chevy Chase 10 Long Branch CRC 240-777-6965 8700 Piney Branch Road, Silver Spring

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11 Wisconsin Place CRC 240-777-8088 5311 Friendship Boulevard, Chevy Chase 12 Ross J. Boddy CRC 240-777-8050 18529 Brooke Road, Sandy Spring 13 Gwendolyn Coffield CRC 240-777-4900 2450 Lyttonsville Road, Silver Spring 14 East County CRC 240-777-8090 3310 Gateshead Manor Way, Silver Spring 15 Good Hope NRC 240-777-8055 Closed for Renovations 16 Ken Gar Center 240-777-8099 4111 Plyers Mill Road, Kensington 17 Longwood CRC 240-777-6920 19300 Georgia Avenue, Brookeville 18 Mid-County CRC 240-777-6820 2004 Queensguard Road, Silver Spring 19 Marilyn J. Praisner CRC 240-777-4970 14906 Old Columbia Pike, Burtonsville 20 Wheaton NRC 240-777-8057 Closed for Renovations 21 White Oak CRC 1700 April Lane, Silver Spring 22 Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac CRC 13850 Travilah Road, Rockville

240-777-6940 240-773-4800

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Program Locations Arcola Elementary School Ballet..................................................43 Kidz Dance..........................................65

Avant Garde Ballroom Dance Center Bachata I.............................................44 Beginner Social Dance........................45 Hip Hop For Youth..............................43 Juniors I Ballroom Dance....................44 Salsa Club Dancing..............................46 Wedding Ready..................................46

Ayrlawn Local Park Minor League Bethesda 8-9 yrs..........77 Rookie League Bethesda 5-7 yrs.........77 T-Birds T-Ball Bethesda 3-4yrs............69

Bauer Drive Community Recreation Center 55+ FREE Bone Builders......................89 Acrylic Painting Techniques................40 Act The Workout................................53 Badminton Advanced.........................75 Badminton Beginner/Advanced Beginner.............................................75 Badminton Intermediate....................75 Boot Camp for Better Bodies by Fit 2 Believe................................................56 Coach Doug Pre Wee Wanna Be.........68 Coach Doug Wee Wanna Be...............68 Community Basic First Aid and CPR_AED.............................................54 Draw and Clay.....................................39 Drumming - Rock Out.........................98 Dynaerobics........................................53 Dynaerobics AND Body Sculpting.......56 Dynaerobics Body Sculpting...............56 Funfit Tots 11mons to 2yr...................70 Funfit Tots Family Class......................70 Gentle Yoga........................................59 HoopIt Fit!..........................................53 Hummingbirds Soccer Rockville 3-4yrs..................................................68 Hummingbirds Soccer Rockville 5-6yrs..................................................77 Introduction to Persian Calligraphy..........................................41 It’s a Stitch..........................................41 Jazzmatazz Low-Impact Aerobics.......52 Karate/Jujitsu......................................63

Karate/Jujitsu Adult............................63 Kelley’s Complete Fitness Workout........54 Kids Sew and Tell................................39 Learn Now Music: HeroeZ of Guitar......47 Learn Now Music: KeyZ to Piano........49 Learn Now Music: Little Fingers Piano.........67 Learn Now Music: My First Music Class.........................................67 Mama Goose on the Loose................70 Men’s Sunday Basketball League........78 Middle School Girls’ Rugby.................76 Petite Soccer.......................................69 Petite Soccer Parent and Child...........69 Pilates for Fitness by Fit 2 Believe......55 PiYo.....................................................55 Recreational Soccer Rockville 7-8 yrs.................................................77 Spanish Toddlers.................................70 Tai Chi, Beginning...............................57 Tai Chi, Continuing..............................57 TR BIG Game Nights...........................98 TR Yoga Basic......................................98 Using Mindfulness to Increase Happiness...........................................55 Women’s 18+ Drop-In Basketball.......78 Yoga Basics.........................................60 Yoga Fundamentals............................61 Young Rembrandts: Cartoon Drawing..............................................39 Zumba Fitness....................................52

Bells Mill Elementary School Bricks4Kids: Exploring the Everglades..........................................73 Bricks4Kids: Gadgets & Gizmos..........73

Bethesda Chevy-Chase High School The Ultimate Boxing Boot Camp - Youth & Adult...............................................57

Bethesda Elementary School Ballroom I (Couples)...........................44 Ballroom II (Couples)..........................45 Karate/Jujitsu......................................63 Karate/Jujitsu Adult............................63

Cabin John Middle School Train Like a Pro Basketball..................75

Clara Barton Neighborhood Rec Center 55+ FREE Bone Builders......................89 Definition Body Sculpting...................56 Definition Zumba................................51 Karate/Jujitsu......................................63

Clemente, Roberto Middle School Fencing Beginner I..............................75 Fencing Beginner II.............................76 Fencing Intermediate.........................76

Damascus Community Recreation Center 55+ FREE Bone Builders......................89 Cardio ‘n Core.....................................97 Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Workout......52 Karate/Jujitsu......................................63 Karate/Jujitsu Adult............................63 Stretch ‘n Tone...................................97 Club Adventure.....................................6

Dansez! Dansez! Dansez!

Dance Studio PRE Ballet...........................................65 PRE Hip Hop.......................................66

Dobre Gymnastics Gymnastics - Pre School.....................68 Gymnastics - Preschool and One Parent.........................................68 Gymnastics For Girls and Boys............76

DuFief Elementary School Karate/Jujitsu......................................63 Karate/Jujitsu Adult............................63

East County Community Recreation Center Cheer Aerobics...................................97 Hip Hop Dance Fitness.......................51 Yoga Basics.........................................60 Club Adventure.....................................6

Eastern Middle School Classic Vovinam Martial Arts - Advanced..........................................62 Classic Vovinam Martial Arts - Beginners.........................................62

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Program Locations Farquhar, William H. Middle School Train Like a Pro Basketball..................75

Frost, Robert Middle School Fencing Beginner I..............................75 Fencing Beginner II.............................76 Fencing Intermediate.........................76

Germantown Community Recreation Center 55+ FREE Bone Builders......................89 Ballet..................................................43 Category 4 Fitness Boot Camp...........56 Coach Doug Pre Wee Wanna Be.........68 Coach Doug Seasonal Sports..............68 Coach Doug Soccer.............................68 Community Basic First Aid and CPR_AED.............................................54 Dance Fit Zumba.................................51 Draw and Clay.....................................39 Funfit Tots 11mons to 2yr...................70 Funfit Tots Family Class......................70 Hip Hop for Kids..................................43 Hippo Hoppo......................................66 Hummingbirds Soccer Germantown 3-4yrs..................................................68 Hummingbirds Soccer Germantown 5-6yrs..................................................77 Introduction to Mindfulness Meditation..........................................55 Karate/Jujitsu......................................63 Karate/Jujitsu Adults..........................63 Kidz Dance..........................................65 Kinderstunde......................................70 Learning Art from the Masters Georgia O’ Keefe.................................39 Learning Art from the Masters Leonardo da Vinci...............................39 Little Royals Ballet..............................43 Mommy and Me Music......................66 Moving with Mike...............................97 Recreational Soccer Germantown .....77 Young Rembrandts: Cartoon Drawing..............................................39 Young Rembrandts: PreSchool Drawing..............................................65

Germantown Indoor Swim Center Adult Level 1.......................................35 Adult Level 2.......................................36

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Adult Level 3.......................................36 Adult Level 4.......................................36 Aquatots.............................................27 Beginner 1..........................................28 Beginner 2..........................................30 Beginner 3..........................................31 Beginner 4..........................................32 Deep Water Running..........................16 Diving National Team - 3 Days............17 High School Diving..............................18 Level 1: Human Springs......................18 Level 2: Human Springs......................18 Lifeguard Training...............................21 Masters Swimming.............................19 National Developmental Program......19 Pre-School..........................................28 Scuba..................................................20 SwiMontgomery.................................20 TR Adult Social Swim..........................96 Water Aerobics...................................16 Water Exercise....................................17 Water Exercise - Adaptive...................17 Waterbabies.......................................27 Youth Level 1......................................32 Youth Level 2......................................33 Youth Level 3......................................33 Youth Level 4......................................34 Youth Level 5......................................34 Youth Level 6......................................35

Glenallan Elementary School Karate/Jujitsu......................................63 Karate/Jujitsu Adult............................63 Young Rembrandts: Cartoon Drawing..............................................39

Glenmont Local Park Kelley’s Complete Fitness Workout........54 Stretch ‘N Tone...................................97

Gwendolyn Coffield Community Rec Center 55+ FREE Bone Builders Coffield........89 Abrakadoodle: Twoosy Doodlers........65 Ballet..................................................43 Ballroom III (Couples).........................45 Club Adventure.....................................6 Essential Yoga For Beginners..............58 Kidz Dance..........................................65 Men’s Sunday Basketball League........78 Men’s Wednesday Basketball ............78

Holiday Park Senior Center ACT The Workout-Fitness...................53 Adult Group Piano I............................47 Adult Group Piano II...........................47 Adult Group Piano III..........................47 Adult Group Piano IV..........................47 Ballroom I (Couples)...........................44 Ballroom II (Couples)..........................45 Ballroom IV (Couples).........................45 Brain Benders.....................................98 Card & Paper Crafting with Mixed Media......................................40 Dance & Fitness Add a Class...............51 It’s a Stitch..........................................41 Jazzmatazz Aerobics W/Pilates Mat....................................52 Karate for Individuals with Disabilities..................................97 Karate/Jujitsu Club.............................63 Karate/Jujitsu Club 2...........................63 Kid’s Kitchen.......................................98 Saturday Night SocialJitterbug Dance...................................99 Saturday Night SocialSpring Fling.........................................99 TR Zumba...........................................98 Turn the Beat Around.........................98 Urban Line Dance...............................46

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Program Locations Jane E. Lawton Community Rec Center

Pre-School..........................................28 SwiMontgomery.................................20 TR Adult Social Swim..........................96 Water Aerobics...................................16 Water Exercise....................................17 Waterbabies.......................................27 Youth Level 1......................................32 Youth Level 2......................................33 Youth Level 3......................................33 Youth Level 4......................................34 Youth Level 5......................................34 Youth Level 6......................................35

Komodo USA - Germantown Komodo Abacus Mental Math............74 Komodo Advanced Grade Level Math..........................................74 Komodo Language Arts and Creative Writing................................................74

55+ FREE Bone Builders......................89 Bone Builders - Plus............................56 Dance & Fitness..................................51 Easy Yoga............................................58 Fairy Tale Ballet..................................65 Family Improv.....................................72 Hatha Yoga and Stress Management Beg/Cont............................................59 International Folk Dancing.................45 It’s a Stitch..........................................41 Latin Dances (Couples).......................45 Oil or Acrylic Painting.........................41 Pilates for Fitness by Fit 2 Believe......55 Preschool Spanish..............................70 Spanish Toddlers.................................70 Swing (couples)..................................46

Iaido....................................................62 Karate and Iaido.................................63 Karate Do and Iaido Beginners...........63

Layhill Village Local Park

Kennedy Shriver Aquatic Center

Kicks Karate - North Bethesda

Leonard D. Jackson Ken Gar Center

AAU National team.............................17 Abs & Glutes & More..........................15 Adapted Aquatics Lesson - Level 1.............................................37 Adapted Aquatics Lesson Volunteer Assisted..............................37 Adult Level 1.......................................35 Adult Level 2.......................................36 Adult Level 3.......................................36 Adult Level 4.......................................36 Adult Level 5.......................................37 Adult Swim for Conditioning..............37 Aqua Cardio Dance.............................15 Aqua Lite............................................15 Aquatots.............................................27 Beginner 1..........................................29 Beginner 2..........................................30 Beginner 3..........................................31 Beginner 4..........................................32 Deep Water Running..........................16 Diving National Team . .......................17 Hi/Lo Cardio Fusion............................16 High School Diving..............................18 Level 1: Human Springs......................18 Level 2/3: Human Springs...................18 Level 2: Human Springs......................18 Level 3: Human Springs......................18 Lifeguard Training...............................22 Masters Diving....................................19 Masters Swimming.............................19 National Development Program.........19

Kensington Parkwood Elementary School

Fitness Kickboxing..............................57 Little Ninjas.........................................64 Tiny Tigers..........................................69

Kicks Karate Bethesda Little Ninjas.........................................64 Tiny Tigers..........................................69

Kicks Karate Clarksburg Little Ninjas.........................................64 Tiny Tigers..........................................69

Kicks Karate Germantown Little Ninjas.........................................64 Tiny Tigers..........................................69

Kicks Karate Potomac Fitness Kickboxing..............................57 Little Ninjas.........................................64 Tiny Tigers..........................................69

Kicks Karate Shady Grove Fitness Kickboxing..............................67 Little Ninjas.........................................64 Tiny Tigers..........................................69

Kritt Studio Beginning Drawing With Kritt.............41 Beginning Painting With Kritt.............41 Drawing the City with Kritt.................41 Mix the Perfect Color with Kritt Workshop...........................................41 Painting a Still Life with Kritt...............41 Rookie League Silver Spring................77 T-Birds T-Ball Silver Spring .................69

Bake Lab.............................................48 Edible Art............................................48 Instaworthy........................................48 Judo Ages 5-10...................................62 Judo Ages 7-15...................................62

Long Branch Community Recreation Center Club Adventure.....................................6 Jazzmatazz Pre Ballet..........................43 Jazzmatazz Preschool Dance..............66

Longwood Community Recreation Center 55+ FREE Bone Builders Longwood....89 Adventures in Art...............................39 Art Studio...........................................39 Karate/Jujitsu......................................63 Kelley’s Complete Fitness Workout....54 Learn Now Music: The Violinist Within............................47 Yoga for Life........................................61

Komodo USA - Gaithersburg Komodo Abacus Mental Math............74 Komodo Advanced Grade Level Math...................................................74 Komodo Language Arts and Creative Writing................................................74

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Program Locations Olney Swim Center Adult Level 1.......................................35 Adult Level 2.......................................36 Adult Level 3.......................................36 Adult Level 4.......................................36 Aqua Cardio Dance.............................15 Aqua Lite............................................15 Aquatots.............................................27 Beginner 1..........................................29 Beginner 2..........................................30 Beginner 3..........................................31 Beginner 4..........................................32 Deep Water Running..........................16 Level 1: Human Springs......................18 Level 2/3: Human Springs...................18 Lifeguard Training...............................23 Master Swimming..............................19 Pre-School..........................................28 SwiMontgomery.................................20 TR Adult Social Swim..........................96 Water Aerobics...................................16 Water Exercise....................................17 Waterbabies.......................................27 Youth Level 1......................................32 Youth Level 2......................................33 Youth Level 3......................................33 Youth Level 4......................................34 Youth Level 5......................................34 Youth Level 6......................................35

Parkland Middle School Fencing Beginner I..............................75 Fencing Beginner II.............................76 Fencing Intermediate.........................76

Pilgrim Hills Local Park Movin’ with Millie’ Aerobics...............54

Plum Gar Neighborhood Recreation Center 55+ FREE Bone Builders Plum Gar......89 Classic Vovinam Martial Arts..............62 Club Adventure.....................................6 Diabetes Self-Management................??

Hip Hop kids.......................................44 Kaleidoscope Art................................97 Kids Kaleidoscope Art.........................97

Poolesville Elementary School Bricks4Kids: Exploring the Everglades. ...73

Bricks4Kids: Gadgets & Gizmos..........73 Zen Budo Karate: Self Defense...........64

Potomac Community Recreation Center

“American Girl” Fashion Design..........72 55+ FREE Bone Builders......................89 Abrakadoodle: Twoosy Doodlers........65 ACT The Workout-Fitness...................53 Advanced Right Brained Drawing.......40 Ballet for Adults..................................44 Beginner Right Brained Drawing........40 Bollywood Dance Fitness....................46 Bollywood Dance for Toddlers............66 Bollywood Kids...................................44 Bone Builders - Plus............................56 Breakdancing 4 Kids...........................43 Coach Doug Club Holiday...................71 Coach Doug Pre Wee Wanna Be.........68 Coach Doug Seasonal Sports..............68 Coach Doug Soccer.............................68 Coach Doug We Wanna Be.................68 Community Basic First Aid and CPR_AED.............................................54 Create-Your-Own Looks Fashion Design...................................72 Dance & Fitness..................................51 Discovering Music for Toddlers..........67 Funfit Tots 11mons to 2yr...................70 Funfit Tots Family Class......................70 Gemology I Introductory....................73 Gemology II Advanced........................73 Hippo Hoppo......................................66 Intro to Mindfulness Meditation........... ...55 Jacki Sorensen’s Aerobic Dance..........52 Jacki Sorensen’s Strong Step..............54 Karate/Jujitsu......................................63 Karate/Jujitsu Adult............................63 Laughter Fitness.................................54 Managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome through Diet......................58 Spanish Toddlers.................................70 Vini Yoga Intermediate.......................60 Vinyasa Yoga.......................................60

Quince Orchard Valley Neighborhood Park Rookie League Gaithersburg..............77 T-Birds T-Ball Gaithersburg.................69

Resnik, Judith A. Elementary School Karate/Jujitsu......................................63

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Restore Motion Your Pelvic Floor-Keeping it Healthy....... 54

Rock View Elementary School Dance & Fitness..................................51

Rolling Terrace Elementary School Karate/Jujitsu......................................63 Karate/Jujitsu Adult............................63

Rosemary Hills-Lyttonsville Local Park High School Ultimate Frisbee Clinic......................................76 Middle School Ultimate Frisbee Clinic......................................76

Ross Boddy Community Recreation Center Aikido.................................................62 Beginners Pottery...............................42 Date Night California Cuisine and Wine............................................49 Farm to Table Spring Break Camp......71 Indian Spices: North Indian Vegetable Dishes.................................................49 Intermediate Wheel...........................42 Vegetarian Italian...............................50 Vegetarian Persian Dinner..................50 Yoga for Everybody.............................61

Scotland Neighborhood Recreation Center 55+ FREE Bone Builders......................89

Sligo Creek Elementary School Handcrafted Pottery Open Studio......42 Pottery at Sligo...................................42

South Germantown Recreational Park Let’s Play Ball at the Miracle League Field.......................................98

Stedwick Elementary School Karate/Jujitsu......................................63 Karate/Jujitsu Adult............................63

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Program Locations Tilden Middle School Funfit Tots 11mons to 2yr...................70 Funfit Tots Family Class......................70

Upper County Community Recreation Center Club Adventure.....................................6 Draw and Clay.....................................39 Karate/Jujitsu......................................63 Karate/Jujitsu Adult............................63 TR Zumba...........................................98 Young Rembrandts: PreSchool Drawing..............................................65

Veirs Mill Local Park Dance & Fitness..................................51 Discovering Music for Toddlers..........67 Violette Slock TR Kayak Trip................96 Violette Slock Canoe & Kayak Trip......97

Walter Johnson High School Men's Wednesday Basketball Leauge.... 78

White Oak Community Recreation Center 55+ FREE Bone Builders White Oak....89 Breakdancing 4 Kids...........................43 Club Adventure.....................................6 Glam Diva Hair....................................72 Glam Diva Makeup.............................73 Handbuilt Pottery...............................97 Handcrafted Pottery...........................42 Handcrafted Pottery Open Studio......42 Hip Hop for Kids..................................43 Hippo Hoppo......................................66 KID’S KITCHEN: FOOD, FITNESS, FUN!.....................................48 Pilates for Fitness by Fit to Believe.......................................55 Step-n-Sweat Zumba..........................52 TR Yoga Basic......................................98 Ultimate Boxing Boot Camp For Youth & Adults.................................................57 Zen Budo Karate: Little Dragons.........70 Zen Budo Karate: Kids Karate.............64 Zen Budo Karate: Self-Defense...........64

Wisconsin Place Community Recreation Center 55+ FREE Bone Builders......................89 Ballet Workout...................................55 Basic Beading.....................................42 Discovering Music for Toddlers..........67 Evening Yoga.......................................58 Kid's Kitchen: Food, Fitness, Fun........48 Managing Irritable Bowel Syndrome through Diet......................58 Shabby Chic Jewelry...........................42 Yoga at 50...........................................60 Zen Budo Karate: Little Dragons.........70

Wood, Earle B. Middle School 3D Character Modeling and Sculpting......................................73 Visual Programming with Scratch.......74

Yoga Plus - Bethesda Yoga for Mobility & Strength..............61

Yoga Plus - Potomac Massage Ball Workshop.....................59 Yoga for Mobility & Strength..............61

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Arcola ES ������������������������������������������������1820 Franwall AVE, Silver Spring, 20902 Bannockburn ES ���������������������������������������������� 6520 Dalroy LN, Bethesda 20817 Barnsley, Lucy ES ��������������������������������������������14516 Nadine DR, Rockville 20853 Bells Mill ES ���������������������������������������������������8225 Bells Mill RD, Potomac 20854 Bethesda ES ���������������������������������������������� 5011 Moorland LN, Bethesda, 20814 Cold Springs ES �������������������������������������� 9201 Falls Chapel WY, Potomac, 20854 DuFief ES ������������������������������������������������ 15001 DuFief DR, Gaithersburg, 20878 Flower Valley ES �����������������������������������������4615 Sunflower DR, Rockville, 20853 Garrett Park ES ����������������������������������������������4810 Oxford ST, Kensington, 20895 Glenallan ES.......................... �����������������12520 Heurich RD, Silver Spring, 20902 Goshen ES ���������������������������������������������8701 Warfield RD, Gaithersburg, 20882 Kensington-Parkwood ES ���������������������������������� 710 Saul RD, Kensington, 20895 Little Bennett ES ������������������������� 23930 Burdette Forest RD, Clarksburg, 20871 Luxmanor ES ���������������������������������������������������� 6201 Tilden LN, Rockville, 20852 Oakland Terrace ES ������������������������������2720 Plyers Mill RD, Silver Spring, 20902 Olney ES �������������������������������������������������������3401 Queen Mary DR, Olney, 20832 Poolesville ES ����������������������������������������������19565 Fisher AVE, Poolesville, 20837 Potomac ES �����������������������������������������������������10311 River RD, Potomac, 20854 Resnik, Judith A. ES ���������������������� 7301 Hadley Farms DR, Gaithersburg, 20879 Rock View ES ��������������������������������������������3901 Denfeld AVE, Kensington, 20895 Rolling Terrace ES ��������������������������������������� 705 Bayfield ST, Takoma Park, 20912 Sligo Creek ES.....................................500 schuyker Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20910 Stedwick ES ����������������������������10631 Stedwick RD, Montgomery Village, 20886

Avant Garde �������������������������������������5268 M Nicholson LN, N. Bethesda, 20895 Dansez! Dansez! ������������������������������������������ 4907 Rugby AVE, Bethesda, 20814 Dobre Gymnastics................................................9168 Gaithersburg, MD 20877 Commotion Fitness Studio ����������������13097 Wisteria DR, Germantown, 20874 Fitness for Health ������������������������������������11140 Rockville Pike, Rockville, 20852 Imagination Stage Dance Studio �������������� 4908 Auburn AVE, Bethesda, 20814 Komodo USA Gaithersburg ... 402 Main St., Suite #200 B, Gaithersburg, 20878 Komodo USA Germantown.....19727 Executive Park CR, Germantown, 20874 Kritt Studio ��������������������������������������14817 Brownstone DR, Burtonsville, 20866 Maryland Table Tennis Center ������18761 Q Frederick RD, Gaithersburg, 20879 Restore Motion...................... ���������������� 5410 Edson LN, #350, Rockville, 20850 Yoga Plus Bethesda ������������������������8200 Hamilton Springs CT, Bethesda, 20817 Yoga Plus Potomac ������������������������������������������9908 S Glen RD, Potomac, 20854

Middle Schools Cabin John MS...........................10701 Gainsborough Rd, Potomac, MD 20854 Clemente MS ��������������������������18808 Waring Station RD, Germantown, 20874 Eastern MS ������������������������������������������300 University BLVD, Silver Spring, 20901 Farquhar, William H. MS...........17017 Batchellors Forest Rd, Olney, MD 20832 Frost, Robert MS �������������������������������������������������9201 Scott DR, Rockville, 20850 North Bethesda MS............................8935 Bradmoor Dr, Bethesda, MD 20817 Parkland MS ��������������������������������������������4610 W Frankfort DR, Rockville, 20853 Tilden MS ��������������������������������������11211 Old Georgetown RD, Rockville, 20852 Wood, Earl B. MS ��������������������������������������������14615 Bauer DR, Rockville, 20853

High Schools Bethesda-Chevy Chase HS ����������������������4301 Eastwest HWY, Bethesda, 20814 Johnson, Walter HS �������������������������������6400 Rock Spring DR, Bethesda, 20814

Parks Ayrlawn Local Park............................5652 Oakmont Ave, Bethesda, MD 20817 East Norbeck Local Park..................3131 Norbeck Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20906 Glenmont LP ����������������������������������������������3201 Randolph RD, Wheaton, 20906 Norwood LP �����������������������������������������4700 Norwood DR, Chevy Chase, 20815 Norbeck-Muncaster Mill NP �������������4101 Muncaster Mill RD, Norbeck, 20853 Olney Family NP................................19117 Willow Grove Rd, Olney, MD 20832 Pilgrim Hills LP..............................1615 E Randolph Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20904 Quince Orchard Valley NP ������������������ 12015 Suffolk TER, Gaithersburg, 20878 South Germantown RP...........................14501 Schaeffer Rd, Boyds, MD 20841 Tilden Woods LP........................................................North Bethesda, MD 20852 Viers Mill LP ��������������������� 4425 Garrett Park RD at Beach DR, Veirs Mill, 20906

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Recreation Facilities Bauer Drive CRC ����������������������������������������������14625 Bauer DR, Rockville, 20853 Clara Barton NRC ������������������������������7425 MacArthur BLVD, Cabin John, 20818 Damascus CRC �������������������������������������������������25520 Oak DR, Damascus, 20872 Damascus SC �����������������������������������������������������9701 Main ST, Damascus, 20872 East County CRC ������������������3310 Gateshead Manor WAY, Silver Spring, 20904 Germantown CRC ����������������������������18905 Kingsview DR, Germantown, 20874 Germantown ISC ����������������������������������������18000 Central Park Cir, Boyds,20841 Gwendolyn Coffield CRC ������������������� 2450 Lyttonsville RD, Silver Spring, 20910 Holiday Park SC ����������������������������������������������3950 Ferrara DR, Wheaton, 20906 Jane E. Lawton CRC ����������������������������������4301 Willow LN, Chevy Chase, 20815 Kennedy Shriver AC ���������������������������5900 Executive BLVD, N.Bethesda, 20814 Long Branch CRC ����������������������������8700 Piney Branch RD, Silver Spring, 20901 Long Branch SC �������������������������������8700 Piney Branch RD, Silver Spring, 20901 Longwood CRC ���������������������������������������19300 Georgia AVE, Brookeville, 20833 Margaret Schweinhaut SC ����������������1000 Forest Glen RD, Silver Spring, 20901 Marilyn J. Praisner CRC �����������������14906 Old Columbia PKY,Burtonsville, 20866 Martin Luther King SC �����������������������������1201 Jackson RD, Silver Spring, 20904 Maryland TTC................................18761 N Frederick Ave, Gaithersburg, 20879 MCR Offices ������������������������������������������4010 Randolph RD, Silver Spring, 20902 Mid County CRC �����������������������������2004 Queensguard RD, Silver Spring,20906 Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac CRC.........13850 Travilah Rd, Rockville, 20850 Olney Swim Center �����������������������������������������16601 Georgia AVE, Olney, 20832 Plum Gar CRC �������������������������������������� 19561 Scenery DR, Germantown, 20874 Potomac CRC ���������������������������������������������������� 11315 Falls RD, Potomac, 20854 Ross Boddy NRC �������������������������������������18529 Brooke RD, Sandy Spring, 20860 Scotland NRC �����������������������������������������������7700 Scotland DR, Potomac, 20854 Upper County CRC ������������������������� 8201 Emory Grove RD, Gaithersburg,20877 White Oak CRC ����������������������������������������������1700 April LN, Silver Spring, 20904 White Oak SC �������������������������������������������������1700 April LN, Silver Spring, 20904 Wisconsin Place CRC ����������������������5311 Friendship BLVD, Chevy Chase, 20815

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SPRING 2018

Nature & Horticultural Programs

Agricultural History Farm Park Programs & Events Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park Programs & Events Brookside Gardens Programs & Events Black Hill Visitor Center Programs & Events Brookside Nature Center Programs & Events Locust Grove Nature Center Programs & Events Maydale Nature Center Programs & Events Meadowside Nature Center Programs & Events

Sports Programs

Ice Skating and Hockey @ Cabin John and Wheaton Ice Golf & Archery @ South Germantown Driving Range Tennis @ Pauline Betz Addie and Wheaton Indoor Tennis

More to Do in the Parks

ACEing Autism History in the Parks 2018 Season Spring Break Camps Mudfest Native Plant Sale Lightning Bug Jubilee Volunteer Opportunities Archaeology Programs Raptor Festival Homeschool Days at Historic Sites Specialized Ice Skating Camps

REGISTRATION OPENS ...Monday, FEBRUARY 12 for BROOKSIDE GARDENS ALL NATURE CENTERS HISTORY ...Tuesday, APRIL 17 for

ICE & TENNIS SPRING*

*ONLY ONE TERM THIS SEASON FOR ICE & TENNIS

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Chair’s Letter Montgomery Parks Facility Directory Registration Information for Parks & Recreation

ActiveMONTGOMERY Registration Form for Parks & Recreation

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Cooking With Kids

Get your appetite ready! Become a foodie, explore where your food comes from, learn basic cooking skills, create your own lunch in this culinary arts camp for kids. Chef Serge, Executive chef and owner of Pure Kitchen Culinary Concept will introduce prominent cuisines from around the world and inspire your culinary creativity. Each day not only will you enjoy the bounty from your cooking efforts, but take part in some down time exploring the gardens, crafting, and planting a container garden to take home.

Brookside Gardens 44389

7-12yrs

5 Classes

$300

3/26-3/30

9 am-3:30 pm

Cooking With Kids Extended Care

Brookside Gardens 44392

7-12yrs

5 Classes

$80

3/26-3/30

3:30 pm-5:30 pm

Spring Discovery Camp LGNC

Come outside and discover how nature awakes during Spring Break!

Explore the many creatures that are stirring and plants that are budding as Cabin John park greets the warmer weather. Bring your rain boots and rain gear and join us for some wet, muddy, fantastic spring break fun and exploration!

Locust Grove Nature Center 44230

6-10yrs

5 Classes

$350

3/26-3/30

9 am-3:30 pm

Spring Discovery Camp Extended Care LGNC

Locust Grove Nature Center 44238

6-10yrs

5 Classes

$80

3/26-3/30

3:30 pm-5:30 pm

Spring Discovery Camper Assistant LGNC

Campers don’t have to “age-out” anymore- now they can start learning responsibility and the skills necessary to become a confident and competent camp counselor. Camper Assistants will work with Naturalists and Counselors to develop leadership and group management skills. They will spend most of the day with younger campers, gaining experience with different activities from arts and crafts to nature exploration. This is restricted to former LGNC campers and only two spots are available for each session so sign up now!

Locust Grove Nature Center 44236

13-15yrs

5 Classes

$300

3/26-3/30

9 am-3:30 pm

¡Bienvenidos a la Primavera! ¡Llegó la primavera! Ven a Meadowside Nature Center para darle la bienvenida a los animales y plantas que se refugiaban durante invierno.

Participarás en juegos y actividades para conocer las criaturas en su regreso a los senderos del centro. Además, observaremos las plantas y sus flores mientras despiertan de su larga siesta. ¡Exploremos juntos!

Escoja entre medio dia o dia entero *Reducción de tarifas de 50% es posible-por favor llame a 301-258-4030 Meadowside Nature Center 6-10yrs 6-10yrs

4 Classes 4 Classes

$200 $100

What a fun way to spend Spring Break! Monday through Thursday at the Driving Range, campers will learn how to putt, chip, pitch, drive and use irons and woods with the help of a Montgomery County Golf Academy instructor. On Friday, we’ll play a 9-hole tournament at Needwood Golf Course (Friday’s hours 8:30am-1pm). Fee includes instruction, tees, Golf balls, and transportation on Friday.

South Germantown Driving Range 43911

6-13yrs

5 Classes

$210

3/26-3/30

9 am-Noon

Spring Break Ice Skating Camp

Join us for a whole week of springtime fun at Cabin John Ice or Wheaton Ice Arena! Your kids will enjoy a 30-minute ice skating lesson each day with a professional skating coach, open skating time to practice your new skills, arts & crafts activities, outdoor activities, and much more. Skaters are grouped according to age and ability.

Rental skates are included, or campers may bring their own skates.

Please bring a non-perishable lunch, snack and water bottle each day.

Cabin John Ice Rink 37787

6-12yrs

Wheaton Ice Arena 42000

6-12yrs

5 Classes

$295

3/26-3/30

9 am-5 pm

5 Classes

$265

3/26-3/30

9 am-5 pm

Spring Break Tennis Camp

Take time over spring break to develop your tennis game in this fun and challenging 5-day camp. Children will be grouped by age and experience. Using personal instruction, group games, and drills, we’ll teach beginning and intermediate level players all the fundamentals: forehand, backhand and overhead strokes, serves and volleys, scorekeeping, names and meanings of the lines, and more. Add some footwork drills and cardio exercise, and your inner champion is sure to emerge! Sneakers are a must. Please bring a non-perishable lunch, snacks for break time, and a refillable water bottle each day.

Pauline Betz Addie Tennis 43932

6-12yrs

5 Classes

Wheaton Indoor Tennis 43669

6-12yrs

5 Classes

$270

3/26-3/30

9 am-5 pm

$270

3/26-3/30

9 am-5 pm

Spring Break Week in the Park

¡Bienvenidos a la Primavera!

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Spring Break Golf Camp

3/26-3/29 3/26-3/29

9 am-3:30 pm 9 am-Noon

Join us this Spring Break at the Wheaton Sports Pavilion for the camp of a lifetime! Each day, campers will enjoy the freedom of the outdoors by taking nature walks through the beautiful areas of Wheaton Regional Park. During the week, camp will participate in two Public Skate Sessions at the Wheaton Ice Arena and enjoy rides on the Miniature Train and Carousel (weather permitting of course!). Campers will participate in fun camp games, songs, arts and crafts and much more. Campers will be extremely active, so plan to wear your most comfortable walking or athletic shoes. For more information on Camp Schedules, please email SportsPavilionCamps@MontgomeryParks.org Wheaton Sports Pavilion 43942

6-13yrs

5 Classes

$260

3/26-3/30

9 am-5 pm

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DRIVING RANGE/GOLF

Classes offered in South Germantown Recreational Park See contact information under "Driving Range/Golf" with questions.

BOATING & FISHING

South Germantown Driving Range

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18045 Central Park Circle, Boyds, MD 20841 301-670-4670 • www.SGDrivingRange.com

EVENT CENTERS

Black Hill Boats • Black Hill Regional Park

20920 Lake Ridge Drive, Boyds, MD 20841 301-528-3466 Boat House www.BlackHillBoats.org

Montgomery Parks Event Centers are the natural choice for a wedding, anniversary, family reunion, retirement party, business meeting or retreat!

Lake Needwood Boats • Rock Creek Regional Park

Brookside Gardens • Wheaton Regional Park

1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902 301-962-1404 • Event.Manager@MontgomeryParks.org www.ParkEventCenters.org or www.BrooksideGardens.org

15700 Needwood Lake Circle, Rockville, MD 20855 301-563-7540 recorded info • 301-563-7544 in season www.LakeNeedwoodBoats.org

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CAMPING Little Bennett Campground • Little Bennett Regional Park

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23705 Frederick Road, Clarksburg, MD 20871 301-528-3430 • LittleBennettCampground@MontgomeryParks.org www.LittleBennettCampground.org

CAROUSEL Ovid Hazen Wells Carousel • Wheaton Regional Park; see "Trains"

CULTURAL & HISTORIC ATTRACTIONS Visit www.HistoryintheParks.org for more information and sites.

Agricultural History Farm Park

18400 Muncaster Road, Derwood, MD 20855 301-840-5120 • www.HistoryInTheParks.org

Oakley Cabin African American Museum 3610 Brookeville Road, Olney, MD 20832 301-650-4373 • www.OakleyCabin.org

Underground Railroad Experience Trail 16501 Norwood Rd., Sandy Spring, MD 20860 301-929-5989 • www.HistoryInTheParks.org

Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park

16501 Norwood Road, Sandy Spring, MD 20860 301-929-5989 • www.HistoryInTheParks.org

DOG PARKS Black Hill Regional Park Dog Park

20930 Lake Ridge Drive, Boyds, MD 20841 On Picnic Lane, SE of boat rentals on Lake Ridge Dr.

14500-A Clopper Road, Boyds, MD 20841 301-528-6010 • SenecaLodge@MontgomeryParks.org www.ParkEventCenters.org or www.LodgeatSeneca.org

Rockwood Manor

11001 MacArthur Boulevard, Potomac, MD 20854 301-563-7510 • RockwoodManor@MontgomeryParks.org www.ParkEventCenters.org or www.RockwoodManor.org

GARDENS Brookside Gardens • Wheaton Regional Park

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1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton, MD 20902 301-962-1400 general information • 301-962-1404 event rentals www.BrooksideGardens.org

McCrillis Gardens

6910 Greentree Road, Bethesda, MD 20817 301-962-1455 • www.McCrillisGardens.org

GOLF* * Golf courses are operated by the Montgomery County Revenue Authority. Visit www.MCGGolf.com for information.

Little Bennett Golf Course • 301-253-1515 Needwood Golf Course • 301-948-1075 Northwest Park Golf Course • 301-598-6100 Sligo Creek Golf Course • 301-585-6006

HORSEBACK RIDING & STABLES* Callithea Farm Park

Cabin John Regional Park Dog Park

15000 River Rd., Potomac, MD 20854 • 301-977-8010

Ellsworth Urban Park Dog Park

8200 Meadowbrook Lane, Chevy Chase, MD 20815 301-589-9026 • www.MeadowbrookStables.org

10900 Westlake Drive, Bethesda, MD 20876 621 Ellsworth Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910 South of the playground, entrance off Colesville Rd.

Olney Manor Recreational Park Dog Park

16601 Georgia Avenue, Olney, MD 20832 Near Ballfield #4, across from the concession stand

Ridge Road Recreational Park Dog Park

21155 Frederick Road, Germantown, MD 20876 North of the soccer field, west of the in-line hockey rink

Wheaton Regional Park Dog Park

11717 Orebaugh Avenue, Silver Spring, MD 20902 East of Wheaton Sports Pavilion; use Orebaugh Avenue entrance * Equestrian facilities are managed by private operators through partnerships with the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission.

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14211 Quince Orchard Rd., N. Potomac, MD 20878 301-208-0200 • www.PotomacHorse.com

Rickman Farm Horse Park

17320 Moore Rd., Boyds, MD 20841 1-301-349-0075 • www.GreatandSmallRide.org

Wheaton Regional Park Stables

1101 Glenallen Ave., Wheaton, MD 20902 301-622-2424 • www.WheatonParkStables.com

Woodstock Equestrian Park

20100 Darnestown Rd., Beallsville, MD 20839 240-498-2412 • www.EquestrianPark.org

Program Access (Inclusion Services) 301-495-2581. | ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org | TTY 301-439-0579

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Cabin John Regional Park 10610 Westlake Drive, Rockville, MD 20852 301-765-8620 • www.CabinJohnIce.org Classes for all ages and skill levels, private instruction, camps, public skating sessions, party rooms and more.

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Wheaton Regional Park 11717 Orebaugh Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902 301-905-3000 • www.WheatonIceArena.org Classes for all ages and skill levels, private instruction, camps, public skating sessions, party rooms, fitness/exercise center.

MINIATURE GOLF South Germantown Miniature Golf

18 hole miniature course with 9 wheelchair accessible holes.

South Germantown Recreational Park 18056 Central Park Circle, Boyds, MD 20841 301-670-4680 • www.SplashandGolf.com

NATURE CENTERS Black Hill Visitor Center

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Black Hill Regional Park 20926 Lake Ridge Dr., Boyds, MD 20841 301-528-3492 • www.BlackHillNature.org

Brookside Nature Center

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Wheaton Regional Park 1400 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902 301-962-1480 • www.BrooksideNature.org

Locust Grove Nature Center

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Cabin John Regional Park 7777 Democracy Boulevard, Bethesda, MD 20817 301-765-8660 • www.LocustGroveNature.org

Meadowside Nature Center

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Rock Creek Regional Park 5100 Meadowside Lane, Rockville, MD 20855 301-258-4030 • www.MeadowsideNature.org

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South Germantown Regional Park 18056 Central Park Circle, Boyds, MD 20841 301-670-4680 • www.SplashandGolf.com

SKATEBOARDING, INLINE SKATING & BMX Olney Manor Skate Park

Olney Manor Regional Park 16601 Georgia Avenue, Olney, MD 20832 301-905-3095 • www.OlneyManorSkate.com OMSP is an unsupervised facility; admission is free.

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Montgomery TennisPlex*

in South Germantown Recreational Park 18010 Central Park Circle, Boyds, MD 20841 240-477-4430 • www.MontgomeryTennisPlex.com

*This facility is managed by a private operator through a partnership with the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission. Please contact them directly for more information about their classes and programs.

TENNIS (OUTDOOR) Outdoor courts are available to use at no cost on a first-come, first-served basis in 127 different Montgomery Parks (unless they’ve been reserved through Park Permits).

Complete court list: www.MontgomeryParks.org Reserve a court: www.ActiveMONTGOMERY.org

TRAILS Visit www.MontgomeryTrails.org for maps and detailed information about the 200 miles of trails in Montgomery Parks.

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• To report maintenance issues or problems in a park: 301-670-8080 • To reserve a picnic shelter or Park Activity building: 301-495-2525 ActiveMONTGOMERY.org • Athletic Field Rainout number: 301-765-8787 • Park Police: 301-949-3010 • To volunteer in the Parks: www.ParksVolunteers.org • General Information: 301-495-2595 MontgomeryParks.org • Accessibility Information: 301-495-2477 | 301-439-0579 TTY ProgramAccess @MontgomeryParks.org MontgomeryParks.org/access • ActiveMONTGOMERY Info@ActiveMONTGOMERY.org Call 301-495-2580 (10am-4pm) for Parks, or 240-777-6840 (8:30am-4:30pm) for Rec • For info about a specific park: MontgomeryParks.org Click on “Contact Us” • Become a fan of Montgomery Parks on Facebook • Follow MontgomeryParks on Twitter at http://twitter.com/ MontgomeryParks • Support MontgomeryParks!

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Wheaton Regional Park 2000 Shorefield Road, Wheaton, MD 20902 301-563-7545 • 301-650-2880 party rentals www.WheatonTrainandCarousel.org WheatonTrainCarousel@MontgomeryParks.org.

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CUPF Schedules All Athletic Fields

All scheduling for Montgomery Parks outdoor athletic fields is managed by the Office of Community Use of Public Facilities (CUPF). To reserve a field, visit www.MontgomeryCountyMD.gov/CUPF or call 240-777-0311.

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MARCH 2018 3/15 Homeschool Youth Interpreter Program

An exciting, curriculum-based program for homeschooled youth with an interest in becoming more involved in history and historic interpretation.

Participants will learn valuable research and public speaking skills through expert-led activities; gain service learning hours and work experience through volunteering as a docent/living historian on the historic farmstead at the Farm Park; and complete an individual Capstone project to add to the permanent research and/or material resources of the Farm Park. To apply: Contact Lisa Berray, Manager of Interpretation and Visitor Services at Lisa.Berray@MontgomeryParks.org Ages 12-17 yrs. Fee: $325 Course #46145 • Thursdays, Mar. 15 - Thursday, Nov. 29 • 10am-12pm

4/29 Sensory Sundays

Free. No registration required. Join us as the sun rises over the Farm Park for a gentle time of handson learning. Meet the Farm’s animals, experience exhibits with lower lights and softer sounds, and explore tactile activities and crafts that will appeal to all kinds of curious minds. Contact Lisa Berray, Manager of Interpretation and Visitor Services for more information at 301-840-5120.

All Ages. FREE Course #46233 • Sunday, Apr. 29 • 9-11am

MAY 2018 5/15 Little Farmers’ Story Time

Ages 3-5 yrs. Fee: $10 Course #46232 • Tuesday, May 15 • 10-11:30am

5/27 Sensory Sundays

All Ages. FREE Course #46234 • Sunday, May 27 • 9-11am

APRIL 2018 4/17 Little Farmers’ Story Time

Your Little Farmer is invited to enjoy story time at the Farm Park that will make all the different aspects of the farm come to life! Meet the farmers, animals, and plants of the farm, join in a craft or activity connected to each week’s featured story, and explore the historic farmstead with new friends!

Ages 3-5 yrs. Fee: $10 Course #46231 • Tuesday, Apr. 17 • 10-11:30am

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Players, parents, coaches-when inclement weather occurs Montgomery Parks has got you covered. Use the ~ Rainout Llne system to get instant information on Montgomery Parks and MCPS fields.

• View field status via the Rainoutline.com website • Sign up for email or text messages for the leagues you play in and/or the field of your choice • Call the RainoutLine phone line at (301) 579-5610 to find out the status of the field of your choice. Learn the phone extension for the field of your choice online at Rainoutline.com • Download the free iPhone or Android Mobile App (Search for Montgomery Parks inside the app}

HistorylnTheParks.org Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park 16501 Norwood Road, Sandy Spring, MD 20860 • 301 -929-5989

Underground Railroad Experience Trail Guided Hikes Saturdays & Sundays I April - November I Admlssro n charged Woodlawn M useum Tours Fridays & Saturdays I March - December I Admission charged

Enjoy guided hikes along the Underground Railroad Experience Trail and tours of the Woodlawn Museum.

Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org

Oakley Cabin African American Museum & Park 3610 Brookeville Road, Olney, MD 20832 • 301-650-4373

Guided Cabin Tours 2nd and 4th Saturdays I April - October 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm I FREE

Enjoy tours of the historic log cabin and learn about the African American experience after the Civil War.

Kingsley Schoolhouse Little Bennett Regional Park. Clarksburg, MD 20871 • 301 -650-4373

Open House&GuidedTours First Sunday each month I April - October 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm FREE

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Montgomery County Heritage Days Hosted at historic sites around Montgomery County

Saturday & Sunday, June 23 and 24 History comes alive in our parks all weekend with living history demonstrations, music, crafts, tours & more! All Parks events are FREE.

Share your love of history, the great outdoors, agriculture and rusty old bundlngs wtth visitors of all ages. Become a trained volunteer tour guide!

FREE training (and cool caps) provided. Volunteer opportunities meet SSL requirements.

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Recurring Programs Some of our programs are so popular that we offer them a number of times throughout the season.

Please check below for the dates that work best for you.

UGRR Trail Saturday Guided Hike

Hikes last approximately 2.5 hours and are provided by “conductors” who lead groups on a simulated Underground Railroad experience covering 2.0 miles from Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park along a wooded, natural surface trail to the historic Sandy Spring, then back to the new Woodlawn Museum.

Hikers learn about various techniques that “freedom seekers” used to elude trackers, find food, and navigate their way North to freedom. Interpretive content best suited for children 7 and up.

Ages: 7 & up. Fee: $8 Course #45827 • Saturday, Mar. 31 • 10am-12:30pm Course #45828 • Saturday, Apr. 7 • 10am-12:30pm Course #45829 • Saturday, Apr. 14 • 10am-12:30pm Course #45830 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 10am-12:30pm Course #45831 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 10am-12:30pm Course #45832 • Saturday, May 5 • 10am-12:30pm Course #45833 • Saturday, May 12 • 10am-12:30pm Course #45834 • Saturday, May 19 • 10am-12:30pm Course #45835 • Saturday, May 26 • 10am-12:30pm

Woodlawn Manor House Tour

Take a guided tour of the 19th-century Federal style manor house and grounds learn about Dr. William Palmer, his family and the other residents of Woodlawn. *The guided tour includes interior and exterior spaces, including optional spaces that are not ADA accessible.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $3 Course #45841 • Friday, Mar. 2 • 11-11:30am Course #45842 • Saturday, Mar. 3 • 11-11:30am Course #45843 • Friday, Mar. 9 • 11-11:30am Course #45844 • Saturday, Mar. 10 • 11-11:30am Course #45845 • Friday, Mar. 16 • 11-11:30am Course #45846 • Saturday, Mar. 17 • 11-11:30am Course #45847 • Friday, Mar. 23 • 11-11:30am Course #45848 • Saturday, Mar. 24 • 11-11:30am Course #45849 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 11-11:30am Course #45851 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 2-2:30pm Course #45853 • Saturday, Mar. 31 • 11-11:30am Course #45852 • Saturday, Mar. 31 • 2-2:30pm Course #45855 • Friday, Apr. 6 • 11-11:30am

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Course #45856 • Friday, Apr. 6 • 2-2:30pm Course #45857 • Saturday, Apr. 7 • 11-11:30am Course #45860 • Saturday, Apr. 7 • 2-2:30pm Course #45861 • Sunday, Apr. 8 • 1-1:30pm Course #45873 • Friday, Apr. 13 • 11-11:30am Course #45874 • Friday, Apr. 13 • 2-2:30pm Course #45875 • Saturday, Apr. 14 • 11-11:30am Course #45876 • Saturday, Apr. 14 • 2-2:30pm Course #45862 • Sunday, Apr. 15 • 1-1:30pm Course #45877 • Friday, Apr. 20 • 11-11:30am Course #45878 • Friday, Apr. 20 • 2-2:30pm Course #45879 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 11-11:30am Course #45880 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 2-2:30pm Course #45863 • Sunday, Apr. 22 • 1-1:30pm Course #45881 • Friday, Apr. 27 • 11-11:30am Course #45882 • Friday, Apr. 27 • 2-2:30pm Course #45883 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 11-11:30am Course #45884 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 2-2:30pm Course #45864 • Sunday, Apr. 29 • 1-1:30pm Course #45910 • Friday, May 4 • 11-11:30am Course #45911 • Friday, May 4 • 2-2:30pm Course #45912 • Saturday, May 5 • 11-11:30am Course #45913 • Saturday, May 5 • 2-2:30pm Course #45866 • Sunday, May 6 • 1-1:30pm Course #45914 • Friday, May 11 • 2-2:30pm Course #45915 • Saturday, May 12 • 11-11:30am Course #45916 • Saturday, May 12 • 2-2:30pm Course #45867 • Sunday, May 13 • 1-1:30pm Course #45917 • Friday, May 18 • 11-11:30am Course #45918 • Friday, May 18 • 2-2:30pm Course #45919 • Saturday, May 19 • 11-11:30am Course #45920 • Saturday, May 19 • 2-2:30pm Course #45869 • Sunday, May 20 • 1-1:30pm Course #45921 • Friday, May 25 • 11-11:30am Course #45922 • Friday, May 25 • 2-2:30pm Course #45923 • Saturday, May 26 • 11-11:30am Course #45924 • Saturday, May 26 • 2-2:30pm Course #45870 • Sunday, May 27 • 1-1:30pm

Program Access (Inclusion Services) 301-495-2581. | ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org | TTY 301-439-0579

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MARCH 2018 3/28 UGRR Trail Spring Break Guided Hike

Special guided hikes for Spring Break. The hikes last approximately 2.5 hours and are provided by “conductors” who lead groups on a simulated Underground Railroad experience covering 2.0 miles from Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park along a wooded, natural surface trail to the historic Sandy Spring, then back to the new Woodlawn Museum. Hikers learn about various techniques that “freedom seekers” used to elude trackers, find food, and navigate their way North to freedom. Interpretive content best suited for children 7 and up.

Ages: 7 & up. Fee: $8 Course #45821 • Wednesday, Mar. 28 • 11am-2pm

3/29 UGRR Trail Spring Break Guided Hike

See March 28th for full description.

Ages: 7 & up. Fee: $8 Course #45823 • Thursday, Mar. 29 • 11am-2pm

4/7 Voices on the Underground Railroad- Special Night Hike

Journey back to the 1800s during this special living history program and meet persons from the past.

Appropriate for children ages 10 and up. Dress for the weather, wear your walking shoes and bring your flashlight. Pre-registration is required; tickets are NOT available onsite.

Ages: 10 & up. Fee: $8 Course #46125 • Saturday, Apr. 7 • 7-9pm

4/8 UGRR Trail Sunday Guided Hike

Hikes last approximately 2.5 hours and are provided by “conductors” who lead groups on a simulated Underground Railroad experience covering 2.0 miles from Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park along a wooded, natural surface trail to the historic Sandy Spring, then back to the new Woodlawn Museum. Hikers learn about various techniques that “freedom seekers” used to elude trackers, find food, and navigate their way North to freedom. Interpretive content best suited for children 7 and up.

Ages: 7 & up. Fee: $8 Course #45837 • Sunday, Apr. 8 • 10am-12:30pm

museum hours: Wednesday, March 28 - Friday March 30 111 am - 3 pm Saturday March 31 110 AM - 4 PM Admission 5 Adults, $4 Seniors & Ch~dren Children 5 & Under Free

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Saturday, April 21 I 11 AM-2 PM ss.oo on-sile, $3.OO advance registration

Fliday, May 4 11 OAM -1 PM I $7.00 adults, S5 00 children

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Curious about an item you found during spring cleaning? Bring it to Woodlawn Manor for our Hidden rr1rr l> Treasure Appraisals and let a professional tell you if you W'OODl.A MA OR found a true treasure. Each registered participant can bring three (3) small items to be appraised.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $3 Course #45819 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 11am-2pm

MAY 2018 5/4 Homeschool Days

History comes alive through our new program designed especially for homeschool students. Journey with us to the past and enjoy hands-on activities, demonstrations, and crafts. Learn about life on a 19th-century plantation at Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $5 students, $7 adults Course #45840 • Friday, May 4 • 10am-1pm

5/6 UGRR Trail Sunday Guided Hike See April 8th for full description.

Ages: 7 & up. Fee: $8 Course #45838 • Sunday, May 6 • 10am-12:30pm

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1800 Glenallan Avenue • Wheaton, MD 20902 301-962-1400 • www.BrooksideGardens.org

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Programs for All

Flower Buds

Earth Day Festival

This program meets the second Monday of every month.

We will feature gardening activities, stories, crafts and garden walks for children ages 3-5 with a parent.

Ages: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $7 Course #44692 • Monday, Mar. 12 • 10:30am-12pm Course #44693 • Monday, Apr. 9 • 10:30am-12pm Course #44694 • Monday, May 14 • 10:30am-12pm

St. Patricks Day Green and Growing Scavenger Hunt You don’t have to be Irish to like the color green!

Follow giant green footprints and clues to discover where the leprechaun is going! Along the way leprechaun helpers will trick you into some healthy activities! Craft activities are followed by guided garden walks departing on the half hour beginning at 10:30am.

Last walk leaves at 12noon.

Fee: $7 Course #45475 • Friday, Mar. 16 • 10am-12pm

Victorian Tea Parties Delight yourself, child or loved one at a relaxing tea including sandwiches, scones, and delectable treats.

Indulge in conversation with friends, learn about the history of tea and the Victorian language of flowers.

Make a lasting Tussie Mussie keepsake to take home.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $30 Course #45824 • Sunday, Apr. 15 • 3-5pm Course #45825 • Sunday, May 6 • 3-5pm Course #45826 • Sunday, Jun. 10 • 3-5pm

FOBG = Friends of Brookside Gardens

Our planet is priceless! Come to Brookside Gardens and Brookside Nature Center to celebrate our world, and learn ways to keep it healthy. Join us in the morning for a volunteer project in the gardens. The afternoon offers something for everyone: a green craft fair, native plant sale, community art project, family activities, tours of the Gardens, live music, and more. Hope to see you there! Free to the public.

All Ages. FREE Course #45539 • Sunday, April 22 • 12-4pm

Adult Programs Introduction to Landscape Design: Session I

Jason Gedeik & Kelley Heim / Brookside Garden Staff Whether you’re looking to upgrade your existing garden or develop an entirely new area, you’ll learn the fundamentals of landscape design to create functional, enjoyable, and beautiful outdoor spaces. Session I: This class will focus on practical steps to approach the design process including site analysis, creating a concept design, and determining the functional goals for your space.

You’ll learn the importance of designing with the right plant for the right place while leveraging layering, texture, and color as important design tools.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $22, FOBG: $20; registration required.

Course #45540 • Friday, Mar. 10 • 10am-12pm

Introduction to Landscape Design: Session II Jason Gedeik & Kelley Heim / Brookside Garden Staff Whether you are looking to upgrade your existing garden or develop an entirely new area, you’ll learn the fundamentals of landscape design to create functional, enjoyable, and beautiful outdoor spaces. Session II: Learn how to put theory from the first session into practical application with plant combinations and lists that address site specific challenges like sun vs. shade and dry vs. wet conditions. We?ll review planting designs that exemplify balance, repetition, and cohesiveness in addition to formal and informal landscapes. The class will leverage Brookside Gardens as a living field lab and review sustainable gardening practices with an eye towards native plants.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $22, FOBG: $20; registration required.

Course #45541 • Saturday April 14 • 10am-12pm

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Jason Gedeik, Brookside Gardens staff.

Have you been given an orchid and don’t know what to do with it? Proud that you haven’t killed it yet but it hasn’t bloomed in years? This interactive workshop covers the specific “tricks” of getting your orchid to rebloom including the proper light, water, temperature, fertilizer, and potting media. Basics of pests & diseases will also be covered.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $22, FOBG: $20; registration required.

Course #45542 • Saturday, March 17 • 1-2:30pm

David Greene, founder Hudson Valley Seed Library and Hudson Valley Seed Company.

If every seed is a story, then every plant is a work of art bringing seed stories to life. This presentation showcases a timeline of seed heritage up to the modern seed industry through elegant, humorous, and telling images from the Hudson Valley Seed Company’s collection of antique seed catalogs and contemporary art. Through looking at and digging deeper into the artworks, learn about a diversity of seed stories and how seeds connect us to the natural environment, politics, history, food justice, and each other. Discover the history of seed diversity and the modern importance of ethical seed stewardship through the eyes of artists- our cultural seed savers. Free to the public.

Ages: 18 & up. FREE; registration required.

Course #45556 • Wednesday, Mar. 29 • 6:30-8:30pm

Make and Take Rain Barrels Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection Gather and store water from your rooftop to help control the stormwater impact to your yard. Each participant will receive a rain barrel with fittings and simple instructions.

Remember, you’ll need a vehicle large enough to fit a 55-gallon barrel!

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $15, FOBG: $13; registration required.

Course #45548 • Wednesday, Mar. 21 • 4-7pm Course #45549 • Friday, Mar. 23 • 10pm-1am

Herbs n’ Spices A primer on cooking with herbs and spices, using fresh ingredients from the spring garden as the means for bringing real flavor to your table. Discover new tastes and new combinations with the Cook Sisters.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $35, FOBG: $31; registration required.

Course #45557 • Monday, April 16 • 12-1:30pm

Speaker Series: Te Layered Garden: Designs for Year-Round Beauty from Brandywine

Gardener’s Focus: Te Biology of Native Seeds & Wild Collection Sarah Tangren, Agent Associate, University of Maryland Extension Agriculture & Natural Resources.

Looking for ways to help the native plant movement while adding more plants to your garden for free? Learn from expert instructor Sara Tangren, who teaches for the Maryland Master Gardener program and specializes in plant biogeography, native seed production, and rare plant conservation. Sara will outline a variety of native plants with seeds that can be collected in their natural environment for starting wildflowers, grasses or sowing a meadow. This overview of the seed collection process will cover finding parent plants, collection methods, seed cleaning, storage, and germination.You will leave with your own sample of stratified native seed and a list of resources for learning more.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $22, FOBG: $20; registration required.

Course #45545 • Saturday, Apr. 7 • 10-11:30am

David Culp, author of The Layered Garden and designer of the majestic two-acre Brandywine Garden will share his expertise and experience in the design technique of garden layering and interplanting of many different species in the same area so that as one plant passes its peak, another takes over. The result is nonstop parade of color that begins with a tapestry of heirloom daffodils and hellebores in spring and ends with a jewel-like blend of Asian wildflowers at the onset of winter. The lecture focuses on designing the layered garden; maintaining the layered garden; signature plants through the seasons and The Brandywine Garden.

Culp has lectured about gardens nationwide for more than 15 years. His articles have appeared in Martha Steward Living, Country Living, Fine Gardening and many other publications. Free to the public.

Ages: 18 & up. FREE; registration required.

Course #45555 • Thursday, April 19 • 6:30-8pm

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Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org Brookside Gardens Spring Tour Join Phil Normandy for a walking tour of Brookside Gardens’ beautiful garden spaces while enjoying late spring blooms like azaleas, rhododendrons and dogwood. *Meet at the Visitor Center entrance Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $7, FOBG: $6; registration required.

Course #45514 • Wednesday, Apr. 25 • 1-2:30pm

Miniature Perennial Container Joan O’Rourke, Instructor, has found miniature perennial plants that are just like the grown-up ones, including tiny dianthus and the smallest heuchera. Have fun combining grasses, dianthus, heuchera, creeping thyme, lewisia, sedum and armeria to create a lush mix of textures and colors. Learn how to design and maintain a very small garden followed by potting up your own unique perennial container to take with you - perfect for the home or back porch! registration required.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $60, FOBG: $54; registration required.

Course #45550 • Wednesday, April 25 • 10-11:30am

Stormwater Solutions: Conservation Landscapes and Rain Gardens It is possible to have a landscape that not only absorbs stormwater and uses native plants, but is also beautiful!

The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection staff will who you how to evaluate your site, design and implement a landscape, and qualify to receive a RainScapes Reward rebate.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $15, FOBG: $13 Course #45543 • Wednesday, May 2 • 4-7pm Course #45544 • Friday, May 4 • 10am-1pm

Designing For Dry Shade Kathy Jentz, Editor/Publisher, Washington Gardener Magazine In our hot and humid summers, a shade garden can be a soothing sanctuary but dealing with dry shade is a common challenge for many local gardeners. Kathy will discuss design choices, soil amendments to increase moisture retention, and proven plant choices that work in these tough conditions. We’ll also examine case studies of local gardens who have not only conquered dry shade but made it a rewarding environment to grow in.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $20, FOBG: $20; registration required.

Course #45546 • Tuesday May 8 • 2-3:30pm

more about the fascinating family of butterflies – Lepidoptera. Sample several wine varieties and enjoy light refreshments as butterflies and music swirl around you in our tropical conservatory. Finish off the evening with a decadent dessert.

Ages: 21 & up. Fee: $35; FOBG: $31; registration required.

Course #45558 • Wednesday, May 9 • 6:30-8:30pm

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Hanging Baskets Joan O’Rourke, Instructor Create your very own display of flowers and foliage in a hanging basket. Beautiful new plant color introductions will add surprises to this perennially favorite workshop.

Ages: 18 & up. Fees: $50, FOBG: $45; registration required.

Course #45551 • Friday, May 11 • 1-2:30pm

Summer Annual Container Kelley Heim, Brookside Gardens Staff Jazz up your patio, add charm to an entryway and bring serenity to a balcony. Enjoy selecting your own plants featured in Brookside Gardens summer displays to create a lush annual container to take home with you.

Learn how to plant the right combination of thrillers, fillers, and spillers to create a beautiful composition rich in color, texture, and form. Plant options available for both sun and shade gardens.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $50, FOBG: $45; registration required.

Course #45552 • Saturday, May 19 • 10am-12pm

Designing With Big Leaves For A Tropical Look Diane Lewis, Brookside Gardens Staff One important aspect in creating any landscape is choosing plants with contrasting foliage size. This program explores the botany of large leaf species from tropical to temperate zone 7 (our neighborhood); from shady woodlands to aquatic gardens to trees and shrubs and much more. You’ll delve into the biology of these fascinating plants from what defines the leaves of woody plants to the mystery of convergent evolution. The class will outline design strategies and plant lists for spring, summer, and fall.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $22 after FOBG: $22; registration required.

Course #45547 • Tuesday, May 22 • 1-2:30pm

Garden After Dark: Wings and Wine You need a night out every once in a while, but what to do? Whether it’s with a friend, sibling, or sweetheart, let Brookside take care of the details! Each fee covers the cost of two people. 21 and up. What do butterflies do when the sun sets? Find out with exclusive evening access to our Wings of Fancy exhibit where you’ll learn

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Brookside Gardens School of Botanical Art & Illustration SBAI Curriculum: Painting Basics - P1

Instructor: Susannah Figura Develop brush handling skills and watercolor techniques.

Class exercise sheets help students to develop color mixing and color observation. Learn how to select three pigments to capture the colors found in a specific plant - magical! Consider design principles and apply the painting techniques to a fun arrangement of plant elements. Prerequisites: Drawing Basics- D1 to Value Study D3.

Ages: 18 & up. Fees: $245; FOBG: $220; registration required.

Course #39341 • Thursday, Feb. 22 and March 1, 8, 15 • 10am-1:30pm

SBAI Curriculum: Painting Botanicals P2 Instructor: Carolyn Dehaas Build on knowledge and skills introduced in Painting Basics (P1) to complete a small, botanical painting of a plant specified by the teacher at the first class. Regular practice to master the specific drawing and painting skills at this level will see your botanical painting accepted into Botanica, the school’s annual juried exhibition, thereby gaining an Intermediate Certificate in Botanical Art & Illustration.

Prerequisite: D1-D3 and P1.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $245, FOBG: $220; registration required.

Course #39842 • Wednesday, Mar. 29 and April 5, 12, & 19 • 10am-1:30pm

SBAI Curriculum: Botany for Artists B2 Instructor: Tina Thieme Brown Understand plant structures to see your botanical art come alive! Learn how to observe and identify plants.

Appreciate subtle variations found in leaf edges, leaf arrangements, the variation in thorns, hairs and much more. Probe, dissect and sketch sections of flowers and fruits. Prepare a “field study page” as a reference for future paintings that includes observational sketches and pressed plant samples. No prerequisite.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $245, FOBG: $220; registration required.

Course #39404 • Thursdays: May 10, 17, 24 & 31. • 10am-1:30pm

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Electives Advanced Graphite Workshop

Instructor: Lee D’Zmura.

We’ll explore the exciting possibilities of using graphite to render a full range of neutral tones and textures. Graphite drawings are works of art requiring technical skill and creativity. The subtleties within the gray scale result in the unity of the whole while developing compelling contrasts in texture, tonal value and form. Through demonstration and exercises, this class introduces the techniques necessary to take graphite to the next level by incorporating these elements into a finished piece using lead holders and Bristol board. Prerequisite: Intermediate courses in botanical art using graphite. Level: Intermediate to expert Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $260; FOBG: $235; registration required.

Course #45568 • Friday, Apr. 27 - Sunday, April 29 • 10am-3:30pm

Health & Wellness Tai Chi at Brookside Gardens

Guest Instructor: Charles Votaw Tai Chi is an ancient, Chinese form of exercise perfect for adults seeking stress reduction while strengthening muscles, improving balance, and increasing flexibility.

The repetitive patterns (Forms) emphasize slow, flowing motions and controlled movements. This series of introductory classes will help beginners learn the forms while allowing regular practitioners to practice them under the cover of Brookside Garden’s pondside Japanese Tea House.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $12, FOBG: $10 Course #45561 • Wednesday, May 9 • 9-10:30am Course #45564 • Wednesday, May 16 • 9-10:30am Course #45565 • Wednesday, May 23 • 9-10:30am Course #45566 • Wednesday, May 30 • 9-10:30am

Yoga at Brookside Gardens Guest Instructor: Tanory Ateek Come enjoy one or all four sessions of yoga held in a peaceful setting under the cover of Gardens pondside Japanese Teahouse. Designed to increase flexibility and physical strength and cultivate mental focus, these classes are a beautiful and relaxing way to begin your weekend.

Mats are not included.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $9, FOBG: $8 Course #45559 • Saturday, May 12 • 9:30-10:30am Course #45560 • Saturday, May 19 • 9:30-10:30am Course #45562 • Saturday, May 26 • 9:30-10:30am

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Photography

Trips

Focus on Butterfies

David Culp’s Brandywine Cottage Tour

Walks

Philadelphia Flower Show

Bring your tripod and enjoy two quiet hours of photography in our Wings of Fancy Live Butterfly and Caterpillar Exhibit before it opens to the public. Please note the new start time of 7:00am as the exhibit now opens to the public at 9:00am. Register for as many sessions as you like.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $30, FOBG: $27; registration required.

Course #45494 • Saturday, May 12 • 7-9am Course #45495 • Sunday, May 20 • 7-9am Course #45496 • Saturday, June 2 • 7-9am Course #45497 • Saturday, June 16 • 7-9am Course #45498 • Sunday, July 1 • 7-9am Course #45499 • Saturday, July 14 • 7-9am Course #45500 • Sunday, July 29 • 7-9am Course #45501 • Saturday, Aug. 11 • 7-9am Course #45502 • Sunday, Aug. 19 • 7-9am Course #45503 • Saturday, Sep. 8 • 7-9am

Brookside Gardens Saturday Walk

Enjoy free tours of Brookside Gardens in Wheaton.

Brookside Gardens is an award-winning display garden, featuring an abundance of annual and perennial displays throughout the season. Meet at Visitors Center Entrance Ages: 18 & up. FREE; registration required.

Course #45505 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 10-11am Course #45506 • Saturday, May 19 • 10-11am Course #45507 • Saturday, Jun. 2 • 10-11am Course #45508 • Saturday, Jun. 23 • 10-11am

McCrillis Gardens Sunday Walk Enjoy free tours of McCrillis Gardens in Bethesda.

McCrillis Gardens is a naturalistic strolling garden, offering shady woodland walks and splashes of color in spring. Meet at McCrillis House in Bethesda at 6910 Greentree Rd. Ages: 18 & up. FREE; registration required.

Course #45509 • Sunday, Apr. 29 • 2-3pm Course #45510 • Sunday, May 6 • 2-3pm Course #45511 • Sunday, May 13 • 2-3pm Course #45513 • Sunday, May 20 • 2-3pm

Join us for a guided, spring ephemeral tour at Brandywine Cottage, the magnificent private garden of celebrated plantsman David Culp. Exploring his lovingly tended two-acre treasure in Downingtown, Pennsylvania, you’ll learn how to design a layered garden and how to maintain it. David will take us on a personal tour through each part of his celebrated garden: the woodland garden, the perennial border, the kitchen garden, the shrubbery, and the walled garden. He’ll discuss his signature plants for all four seasons. David is a celebrated gardener, recipient of the Distinguished Garden Award from Pennsylvania Horticulture Society Award of Merit, and author of the acclaimed “The Layered Garden.” Fee includes charter bus transportation, tour fees and boxed lunch.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $90, FOBG: $90; registration required.

Course #45553 • Friday, May 4 • 8am-5:30pm

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A perennial favorite, the Philadelphia International Flower Show is always a crowd-pleaser. Join us for WONDERS OF WATER: Experience a sea of color as America’s premier flower show explores the extraordinary, essential and life-giving beauty of water.

Delight in water-loving blooms, view an artful hydroponic wall and marvel in fanciful fluid fountains. The Flower Show is a playground teeming with lush landscapes, do-it-yourself ideas and hands-on experiences that use water to explore new thinking around gardening. Fee includes coach transportation and entrance fee. Your lunch/dinner may be purchased at the show or the nearby Reading Terminal Market.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $90; registration required. Meet at Visitor Center Entrance.

Course #39934 • Tuesday, Mar. 6 • 8am-8pm Course #39935 • Thursday, Mar. 8 • 10am-10pm

Local Maryland Nursery Tour & Shopping Trip Join us for the day as we tour three unique nurseries around Montgomery County. We will begin the day with a guided tour of Susanna Farms, one of the area’s largest nurseries containing the most exciting selection of dwarf and unusual evergreens and Japanese Maples.

The second stop will be Thanksgiving Farms, providing many annuals, herbs, perennials, and ornamental shrubs.

Thanksgiving Farms is also home to the Mad Science Brewery and taproom. After another guided tour, we will have a picnic lunch on the scenic and peaceful property. The final stop will be at the unique Lilypons Water Garden. All nurseries contain charming gift shops and offer group discounts starting at 10%. Fee includes transportation and box lunch.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $45 - NO FOBG fee for our field trips.

Registration required. Meet at Visitor Center Entrance.

Course #45554 • Tuesday, May 15 • 9am-3pm

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Black Hill Visitor Center Nature Programs

20926 Lake Ridge Dr. • Boyds, MD 20841 • 301-528-3492 • www.BlackHillNature.org Please check our website for Visitor Center hours. Trails open daily, dawn to dusk.

in Black Hill Regional Park

Recurring Programs Some of our programs are so popular that we offer them a number of times throughout the season.

Please check below for the dates that work best for you.

Hike Club

The first rule of Hike Club - have fun! Improve your fitness, make new friends and experience trails and scenery we don’t often make time to immerse ourselves in. We welcome all ages, though young children must be able to walk at least 3 miles or be carried. Most trails are not stroller accessible. Please register no later than 24 hours before the hike so we can contact you with the hike’s location and other important information.

All Ages. Fee: $2 Course #45889 • Saturday, Mar. 10 • 11am-12:30pm Course #45890 • Sunday, Mar. 25 • 10-11:30am Course #45891 • Saturday, Apr. 14 • 9-11am Course #45892 • Sunday, Apr. 22 • 12:30-2pm Course #45893 • Sunday, May 20 • 12-2pm

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lecture, wants, and hands-on activities.

Once a year, on warm, rainy nights, elusive spotted salamanders migrate to breeding pools to mate and lay eggs. Sign up now to join us on that unknown March date and we’ll contact you the day of the hike.

Meet at Rachel Carson Conservation Park, 22201 Zion Road, Brookeville, MD. Please register all participants.

Wear shoes or boots that can get muddy, dress for the weather, and bring a flashlight. Children should be comfortable walking in the woods at night. The hike is about 1-mile roundtrip. Be sure all your contact information is up to date!

Ages: 1 & up. FREE Course #45836 • TBD • 7:30-9pm

DIY Nature

Stop by the Visitor Center Information Desk to borrow a nature knapsack to help you explore Black Hill Regional Park. Contents of the bag change but could include scavenger hunts, magnifying glasses, nature journals and activities. Let your imagination and curiosity lead you! Supplies are limited, bags are loaned out on a first come, first served basis. Please return bags by 4:30 pm.

All Ages. FREE Course #45953 • Saturday, Mar. 31 • 1-4pm Course #45955 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 1-4pm Course #45956 • Sunday, Apr. 29 • 1-4pm Course #45957 • Saturday, May 26 • 1-4pm Course #45958 • Sunday, May 27 • 1-4pm

3/1 Night Hike

Take a hike by the light of the full moon. We’ll look and JUNIOR listen for creatures that are most active at night. Hikes are approximately 1 mile. Dress warmly and please, no NATURALIST flashlights. Meet at the gravel parking lot across from the Boat Launch on Black Hill Road.

Ages: 8 & up. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45850 • Thursday, Mar. 1 • 6-7pm

3/3 Make It and Take It: Kites

Drop by the Visitor Center and have some fun! We’ll have easy-to-make seasonal crafts that you can make and take home. No registration required; drop-in anytime during program hours! Fee is per craft; exact change is appreciated.

All Ages. Fee: $2 Course #45859 • Saturday, Mar. 3 • 1:30-3:30pm

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Are you looking for a family adventure? Then join us for an introduction to getting lost! Okay, not “lost,” really we mean geocaching and letterboxing. We’ll teach you a little bit about each activity and let you practice some new skills to get ready for your own fun family adventure. Please register everyone attending; kids are free.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $12/Adult, FOBH $11/Adult Course #45871 • Sunday, Mar. 4 • 10am-12pm

3/4 Lakeside Chats: Reading “My Side of the Mountain”

Join us for a cozy ‘Lakeside Chat’ about a topic of interest. Today, join us as we read portions of our season’s Staff Pick “My Side of the Mountain” by Jean Craighead George. We’ll cozy up with hot chocolate, blankets, and rocking chairs as we read together and chat about the book.

Ages: 8 & up. FREE Course #45872 • Sunday, Mar. 4 • 2-3pm

3/5 Preschool in the Park

We believe children belong outside and that they learn best by playing and experiencing the world around them. This program is a 11-week, drop-off, preschool program designed to foster your child’s creativity, sense of self and love of the outdoors. Children must be potty-trained by the start of the program and bring their own snack with them. A welcome letter with more information will be sent once you register.

Ages: 3-6 yrs. Fee: $275 Course #45885 • Monday, Mar. 5 • 9am-12pm

3/6 Nature Babies

3/11 "Possum and the Peeper" Storytime

Peep, peep, peep! Possum is trying to sleep and wants to know who’s making such an awful noise. Join us to find out just who is making all the noise. Then we’ll head out in search of spring and make a fun craft.

Ages: 1-12 yrs. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45896 • Sunday, Mar. 11 • 11am-12pm

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3/11 Eggciting Eggs

Some eggs have a hard shell, some are soft and squishy.

Eggs come in all shapes and sizes and are laid by all sorts of animals. We’ll learn about some of our local egg-layers, meet some egg-laying animals, and go on a hike to see if we can find any eggs.

Ages: 2-12 yrs. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45897 • Sunday, Mar. 11 • 2-3pm

3/13 Time for Tots: “Diary of a Worm” Enjoy a seasonal story, make a craft to go with the story, and then go outside to explore nature with a park naturalist. Today’s story is “Diary of a Worm” by Doreen Cronin.

Ages: 2-5 yrs. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45898 • Tuesday, Mar. 13 • 10-11am

3/13 Botany in the Park

Learn about the inner workings of plants with a combination of lecture, walks, and hands-on activities.

Each month we’ll focus on a different topic in botany.

Today it’s all about winter trees and woody twig identification. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Ages: 12 & up. Fee: $12, FOBH $11 Course #45902 • Tuesday, Mar. 13 • 1-3pm

Let’s get your infant off to a nature loving start. Park naturalists will use the amazing colors, textures and patterns of nature to help develop your baby’s sense of the world around them. Siblings under 6 are welcome too.

Ages: 3m - 18m. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45886 • Tuesday, Mar. 6 • 10-11am

3/16 Babes in the Park

3/10 Nature Makerspace: “My Side of the Mountain”

Join us for a morning of early spring birding. We’ll be looking for many kinds of ducks that winter on the lake and haven’t yet departed. Common loons and bald eagles are possible among others. We’ll start at the Visitor Center then travel by car to other observation areas around the park. Bring your own binoculars if you have them; spotting scopes will be provided. Dress for the weather.

Ages: 16 & up. Fee: $12, FOBH $11 Course #45907 • Saturday, Mar. 17 • 8:30-11am

Are you creative? Do you want to build things with and inspired by nature? Then drop by the Visitor Center and have some creative fun! This season we’ll be inspired by our Staff Pick “My Side of the Mountain.” We’ll have nature supplies and tools to help you design your own creations that will help bring the book to life. You can work as a family group or join together with others to construct something amazing. No registration required and no need to have read the book; drop in anytime during program hours, but be sure to come by early enough to have time to get creative.

Ages: 3 & up. Free Course #45894 • Saturday, Mar. 10 • 2-3pm

Nature Programs

We’ll have nature play materials out to help you explore the exciting natural world around the Visitor Center with your toddler. Siblings are welcome, too.

Ages: 1-3 yrs. FREE Course #45905 • Friday, Mar. 16 • 10-11am

3/17 Spring Birding at Black Hill

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While pressed by U.S. Grant at Petersburg, Robert E. Lee sent an army under Jubal Early to clear the Shenandoah Valley and to threaten and maybe capture the Federal Capital of Washington, D.C. Join us on a van tour following the Confederate route of the march from the Monocacy Battlefield, through the heart of Montgomery County, and on to Fort Stevens in D.C. We’ll see where they fought, where some still lie, and explore the Federal struggle to save Washington and the Union and discover just how close the Capitol came to falling. Van transportation provided. We’ll stop midday for lunch which you may pack or purchase. Meet at the Visitor Center. Dress for the weather.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $40, FOBH $38 Course #45908 • Saturday, Mar. 17 • 9am-5pm

3/17 Junior Naturalist Day: Our National Bird

Calling all nature-loving 9 to 12-year-olds! Join the team and explore park lands with us. Each season brings a new theme and a different Junior Naturalist patch to collect. You can earn this season’s patch in one day!

We’ll learn new things, play games, explore and do some action projects to help. For questions or more info please contact Lynette Lenz at Lynette.Lenz@ MontgomeryParks.org.

Ages: 9-12 yrs. Fee: $12, FOBH $11 Course #45909 • Saturday, Mar. 17 • 2-4pm

3/22 Hemlock Gorge Hiking Trip

Travel with us by van to explore Hemlock Gorge in Baltimore County. This unique area is located at the headwaters of the Gunpowder River, above Pretty Boy Reservoir. This is a moderate and challenging hike but an opportunity to see beautiful hemlocks, early spring ephemerals and fungi. Wear sturdy hiking shoes; bring a hiking stick, as well as water and a bagged lunch.

Meet at the Visitor Center.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $40, FOBH $38 Course #45936 • Thursday, Mar. 22 • 8:30am-4pm

3/23 Stargazing at Black Hill

As spring approaches, we’ll get our last looks at the Winter Circle, formed by some of the brightest stars in the sky - Sirius, Castor and Pollux, and Rigel to name a few. Joining them tonight is a nearly first quarter Moon.

We’ll begin with a half-hour talk inside to learn some stories of the constellations and to preview the night sky. Then we’ll head outside to join our volunteers and their telescopes for some close-up views of the heavens. Rain date, Saturday, March 24.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $2 Course #45939 • Friday, Mar. 23 • 7:30-9pm

3/17 Campfres at Black Hill

3/24 Staf Picks: Survival Skills for Kids

3/18 Harpists at the Visitor Center

3/25 Mole Salamander Search

There’s nothing like sitting around a campfire under the stars! Join a naturalist for themed songs, stories, games, and of course, s’mores around the fire. Meet at the campfire area by Shelter F on Parking Lot 3 in Black Hill Regional Park. Bring a blanket if it’s chilly.

All Ages. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45925 • Saturday, Mar. 17 • 7-8pm Join us for an afternoon of beautiful harp music and the natural beauty of Black Hill all around you. No need to register; just come to the Visitor Center and enjoy.

All Ages. FREE Course #45929 • Sunday, Mar. 18 • 12-2pm

3/18 How Does Your Garden Grow?

Whether you’re a novice or an expert, all are welcome for a day of garden talk and practice. Naturalists, gardening pros, and Master Gardeners will share their advise and expertise. Bring your questions or tips to share with other plant lovers. We’ll have activities for the whole family! No registration required for this free event.

All Ages. FREE Course #45928 • Sunday, Mar. 18 • 12-4pm

3/20 Spring Equinox Wildfowers of Little Bennett

Explore Little Bennett looking for the earliest spring wildflowers. We’ll search for the bright white of bloodroot and the delicate purples of hepatica, among

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others. We may even hear wood frogs and spring peepers singing! Expect gravel trails, which may be muddy in spots. Meet at the Hyattstown Mill Parking lot, on Frederick Road/MD 355.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $12, FOBH $11 Course #45933 • Tuesday, Mar. 20 • 1-3pm

In the book “My Side of the Mountain,” 15-year-old Sam Grimley lives in a hollow tree for months. Could you survive in the wild on your own? Learn how to build a shelter and other primitive skills in this introductory course just for kids.

Ages: 6-10 yrs. Fee: $9, FOBH $8 Course #45938 • Saturday, Mar. 24 • 11am-12:30pm Join salamander enthusiast and guest herpetologist Elmore Brown to observe huge spotted salamanders and other amphibians. The tour starts at the Visitor Center for a brief orientation before we jump into the van and head into the field to their secret habitats.

Wear waterproof boots or shoes you don’t mind getting wet or muddy.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $20, FOBH $19 Course #45944 • Sunday, Mar. 25 • 12-4pm

3/26 Volunteer Days - Mystery Project We need your help at the park! Join us for a variety of projects which can earn Student Service Learning hours or come out to help because it just feels good to volunteer. As the work day draws closer, check out our Facebook page for detailed information on today’s project. Can’t make it to one of our Mystery Project work days? Watch for other opportunities to be announced on Facebook or contact us through the Parks’ volunteer website www.ParksVolunteers.org.

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Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #45945 • Monday, Mar. 26 • 11am-1pm

3/27 Volunteer Days - Mystery Project See March 26th for full description.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #45946 • Tuesday, Mar. 27 • 11am-1pm

3/28 Time for Tots: “Ducklings and Pollywogs”

Enjoy a seasonal story, make a craft to go with the story, and then go outside to explore nature with a park naturalist. Today’s story is “Ducklings and Pollywogs”

by Anne Rockwell.

Ages: 2-5 yrs. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45899 • Wednesday, Mar. 28 • 10-11am

3/28 Geocacher Club

Like to geocache but want to join in the fun with others? Then join us for a geocaching adventure! Meet at the Visitor Center and then we’ll head straight out to go caching. This is intended for folks that have a basic understanding of what geocaching is, but there’s no need to be an expert. Only adults need to pay so bring the family. Please register everyone attending.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $6/Adult, FOBH $5/adult Course #45947 • Wednesday, Mar. 28 • 2-4pm

3/29 Cooking with Fire - Traditional Ways

For thousands of years people have used fire to cook their food and have devised many methods of doing so. Join us to learn a sampling of techniques using both direct and indirect heat from our fire to prepare a variety of food, which you are welcome to sample.

The class will be hands-on and experiential as much as possible. Meet at the campfire area by Shelter F on Parking Lot 3 in Black Hill Regional Park.

Ages: 12 & up. Fee: $15 Course #45948 • Thursday, Mar. 29 • 1-4pm DOES

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We’ll learn all about what eggs look like in nature and head outside on a scavenger hunt to find the real egg clues we’ve hidden. Then we’ll head back in to make your very own natural looking egg.

Ages: 3-6 yrs. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45949 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 10-11am

3/30 Nature’s Egg Hunt

No need to bring your own basket for this egg hunt.

We’ll learn all about what eggs look like in nature and head outside on a scavenger hunt to find the real egg clues we’ve hidden. Then we’ll head back in to make your very own natural looking egg.

Ages: 7-11 yrs. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45950 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 11:30am-12:30pm

supplies - you just need to catch the fish! We have fishing poles you can borrow, but if you have your own please bring it along so you can practice with your own gear.

Please register only those planning to fish. All registrants 16 and over must have a current Maryland fishing license.

Meet at the pontoon boat dock by the boat rentals.

Ages: 3 & up. Fee: $12, FOBH $11 Course #45951 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 2-4pm

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3/30 Blue Moon Night Hike

It’s a Blue Moon tonight, the second full moon of the month! So why not take a hike by the light of the full Blue Moon. We’ll look and listen for creatures that are most active at night. Hikes are approximately 1 mile.

Dress warmly and please, no flashlights. Meet at the gravel parking lot across from the Boat Launch on Black Hill Road. Trail Map Ages: 8 & up. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45854 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 7:30-8:30pm

APRIL 2018 4/2 Hike to the State Champion Sycamore Tree

Meet at the Visitor Center where we’ll travel by van to Dickerson Conservation Park to see the largest tree in Maryland. Along the way we should see bluebells and other spring ephemerals. Wear hiking boots, the area can be muddy, and bring water.

Ages: 8 & up. Fee: $15, FOBH $14 Course #45959 • Monday, Apr. 2 • 1-4pm

4/3 Nature Babies

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Ages: 3 - 18m. Fee: $6 Course #45887 • Tuesday, Apr. 3 • 10-11am

4/7 Recycled Art

In the spirit of Earth Day, let’s turn some “trash” into art! We’ll use materials that might otherwise end up in the trash or recycling bins and transform them into something divine. Today we’ll turn glass bottles into lovely “stained glass” vases. Register only those making the craft.

Ages: 3 & up. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45960 • Saturday, Apr. 7 • 10-11am

4/7 Afternoon on the Pontoon

Enjoy a leisurely cruise on our pontoon boat on Little Seneca Lake looking for local wildlife such as beaver, deer, otter, herons, and osprey. Please register and pay for all participants. Meet at the pontoon boat dock by the boat rental area. Be sure to bring an extra jacket or blanket, as it’s often cooler on the water.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $7, FOBH $6 Course #45961 • Saturday, Apr. 7 • 2-3:30pm

3/30 Family Fishing Fun!

Fishing is fun for the whole family! We’ll show you how to set up a simple bobber rig, bait your hook, and give you some tips on casting. We’ll provide the bait and rigging

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Spring is such an exciting time of year, with plants and animals all waking up from their winter slumber.

And it’s one of the best times to go looking for herps (reptiles and amphibians). We’ll trek through the woods of Rachel Carson Conservation Park to a vernal pool looking for tadpoles, frogs and salamanders and maybe we’ll even get to see some snakes too! Please register children only, parents welcome to come along. Wear sturdy shoes you don’t mind getting muddy. Meet at Rachel Carson Conservation Park, 22201 Zion Road, Brookeville, MD. Park Map Ages: 5-12 yrs. Fee: $12, FOBH $11 Course #45963 • Sunday, Apr. 8 • 10am-12pm

4/10 Botany in the Park

See March 13th for full description. Today it's all about the heartbeat of a tree - xylem and phloem.

Ages: 12 & up. Fee: $12 Course #45903 • Tuesday, Apr. 10 • 1-3pm

4/12 Van Trip to Chanticleer Gardens

We’re off for a springtime visit to this whimsical 35-acre garden near Philadelphia. The property is hilly, with a park-like setting, but offers wonderful garden furniture throughout for resting or enjoying the view of the Water Garden or Ruins. Bring a bagged lunch and wear comfortable shoes. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $45, FOBH $42 Course #45964 • Thursday, Apr. 12 • 8am-6pm

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4/12 Time for Tots: “Baby Bird’s First Nest”

Enjoy a seasonal story, make a craft to go with the story, and then go outside to explore nature with a park naturalist. Today’s story is “Baby Bird’s First Nest” by Frank Asch.

Ages: 2-5 yrs. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45900 • Thursday, Apr. 12 • 10-11am

4/14 Brownie Girl Scouts: Outdoor Art Creator Badge

Come find inspiration and make your own art outdoors.

Join us to earn the requirements of the badge; Find Art Ideas Outdoors, Make Something, Make Music Outdoors, Be a Nature Photographer, and Design with Nature.

Ages: 6-9 yrs. Fee: $15, FOBH $14 Course #45965 • Saturday, Apr. 14 • 2-4pm

4/15 Nature Makerspace: “My Side of the Mountain” See March 10th for full description.

Ages: 3 & up. Free Course #45895 • Sunday, Apr. 15 • 11am-12pm

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Nature can give you lots of ideas for art! Join us to earn the requirements of the badge; See the Colors of Nature, Hear the Sounds of Nature, and Share your Outdoor Art. Ages: 5-7 yrs. Fee: $10, FOBH $9 Course #45966 • Sunday, Apr. 15 • 2-3:30pm

4/17 Early Spring Wildfowers of Little Bennett

Explore Little Bennett looking for late ephemeral spring wildflowers. We’ll search for cutleaf toothwort and trout lily, among many others. Expect gravel trails, which may be muddy in spots. Meet at the Hyattstown Mill Parking lot, on Frederick Road/MD 355.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $12, FOBH $11 Course #45934 • Tuesday, Apr. 17 • 1-3pm

4/18 Bats & Beavers Pontoon Boat Cruise

Join us for a sunset cruise aboard the pontoon boat. We’ll search for beaver lodges and feeding sites, and hopefully see some beavers! As the sun sets, we’ll use our bat detector to help us find feeding bats. Please register and pay for all participants. Meet at the pontoon boat dock, by the boat rentals. You may want to bring a jacket or sweater as it’s often cooler on the boat.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $7, FOBH $6 Course #45967 • Wednesday, Apr. 18 • 7-8:30pm

4/21 Garlic Mustard Pull

Ever wanted to combat alien life forms? Here’s your chance! Garlic mustard is an invasive plant that is harming our local ecosystem. You can help by coming to our Garlic Mustard Challenge. We’ll provide bags and gloves, and educate you on what it looks like. Student Service Learning hours will be available to those that need it. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Ages: 1 & up. FREE Course #45970 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 10am-12pm

4/21 Campfres at Black Hill

See March 17th for full description.

All Ages. Fee: $6 Course #45926 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 7:30-8:30pm

4/22 Staf Picks: Acorn Pancake Breakfast

In “My Side of the Mountain,” Sam makes acorn pancakes. Sounds yummy! Come enjoy pancakes and sausage around the campfire. Please register everyone attending. Meet at the campfire area by Shelter F on Parking Lot 3 in Black Hill Regional Park.

Ages: 1 & up. Fee: $10 Course #45983 • Sunday, Apr. 22 • 9-11am

4/25 Time for Tots: “Fletcher & the Springtime Blossoms

4/27 Babes in the Park

See March 16th for full description.

Ages: 1-3 yrs. FREE Course #45906 • Friday, Apr. 27 • 10-11am

4/29 Harpists at the Visitor Center See March 18th for full description.

All Ages. FREE Course #45930 • Sunday, Apr. 29 • 12-2pm

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4/29 Beginning Recreational Kayaking

Kayaking is even more fun that it looks! Come learn how to paddle on flat water in recreational solo kayaks on Little Seneca Lake. Learn basic strokes, entries and exits, boat control, and more, taught by certified American Canoe Association instructors. We won’t roll, but you’ll get wet, so dress accordingly. You must be able to swim. All necessary equipment provided. Please wear water-friendly clothing and hat, strap-on water sandals or shoes (no flip-flops, please) and bring water and sunscreen. Meet in front of the gazebo by the pontoon boat dock and boat rental area.

Ages: 12 & up. Fee: $32, FOBH $30 Course #45985 • Sunday, Apr. 29 • 4-6pm

4/30 Barn Quilt Trip

The Carroll County Barn Quilt Tour has added a dozen more quilts to the tour, bringing the total to 34. So we’re heading up by van to enjoy the countryside and see the new additions. The drive features scenic barns, each adorned with a large colorful quilt block and lovely spring views. This is a great photography opportunity. Bring a bagged lunch and money to stop for ice cream. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $25, FOBH $24 Course #45988 • Monday, Apr. 30 • 9am-4pm

MAY 2018 5/1 Nature Babies

See March 6th for full description.

Ages: 3 - 18m. Fee: $6 Course #45888 • Tuesday, May 1 • 10-11am

5/4 Kayak Club

Like to kayak but want to join in the fun with others?

Then join us for a kayak meet-up adventure. We’ll meet at the gazebo near the pontoon boat dock and then we’ll head straight out on the lake. This is intended for folks that have a basic comfort with lake kayaking, but there’s no need to be an expert. If you have your own kayak gear, please bring it! Don’t have a kayak or the gear? Don’t worry, you can rent ours.

Just be sure to check the "Will you need to rent a kayak" box when you enroll.

Ages: 16 & up. Fee: $12, $24 w/kayak rental Course #46002 • Friday, May 4 • 6-8pm

Enjoy a seasonal story, make a craft to go with the story, and then go outside to explore nature with a park naturalist. Today’s story is “Fletcher and the Springtime Blossoms” by Julia Rawlinson.

Ages: 2-5 yrs. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45901 • Wednesday, Apr. 25 • 10-11am

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5/5 Family Fishing Fun!

See March 30th for full description.

Ages: 3 & up. Fee: $12, FOBH $11 Course #45952 • Saturday, May 5 • 10am-12pm

5/5 Beginning Recreational Kayaking See April 29th for full description.

Ages: 12 & up. Fee: $32, FOBH $30 Course #45986 • Saturday, May 5 • 2-4pm

5/6 Spring Pontoon Boat Tour

Join us for one of the first pontoon rides of the season. We’ll see what creatures are stirring around the lake and the shore. Please register and pay for all participants. Meet at the pontoon boat dock by the boat rental area. Be sure to bring an extra jacket or blanket, as it’s often cooler on the water.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $7, FOBH $6 Course #45962 • Sunday, May 6 • 10-11:30am

5/6 Make It and Take It: “My Side of the Mountain”

Drop by the Visitor Center and have some fun! We’ll have easy-to-make seasonal crafts that you can make and take home. No registration required; drop-in anytime during program hours! Today’s craft will be themed around this season’s Staff Pick “My Side of the Mountain.” No need to read the book before, but the craft may just inspire you to cozy up with a good read.

Fee is per craft; exact change is appreciated.

All Ages. Fee: $2 Course #45865 • Sunday, May 6 • 1-3pm

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5/7 Tompson Wildlife Management Area Van Trip

Join the naturalists for a hike to view spring ephemerals in Thompson Wildlife Management Area near Front Royal, Virginia. This is a spot known for showy orchis, trillium, and lady slippers, as well as birds and other wildlife. This area is hilly so you should wear hiking boots and bring a walking stick (if needed), water and a bagged lunch. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $45, FOBH $42 Course #45989 • Monday, May 7 • 7:30am-6pm

5/8 Botany in the Park

See March 13th for full description. Today it's all about budbreak, plant hormones, and how woody plants break dormancy.

Ages: 12 & up. Fee: $12 Course #45904 • Tuesday, May 8 • 1-3pm

5/9 Storytime on the Lake: Frogs of the Lake

Join us aboard the pontoon boat to hear a story and scout out the wonders of Little Seneca Lake! Designed for children ages 3-6 accompanied by an adult (no younger siblings, please). Please also register and pay for adults. Meet at the pontoon boat dock by the boat rental area.

Ages: 3 & up. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45990 • Wednesday, May 9 • 10-11am

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Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org 5/10 Bats & Beavers Pontoon Boat Cruise

See April 18th for full description.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $7, FOBH $6 Course #45968 • Thursday, May 10 • 7-8:30pm

5/11 Fishing with Li’l Ones

Let’s go fishin’! We’ll provide poles and bait, then see what we can catch off of the dock at Little Seneca Lake.

Meet at the pontoon boat dock by the boat rentals.

Ages: 3-6 yrs. Fee: $7, FOBH $6 Course #45992 • Friday, May 11 • 10-11:30am

5/12 Nature Journaling

A nature journal is a place to record your observations and thoughts about the natural world. Keeping a nature journal with you on every hike is the best way to improve your observation and identification skills.

Learn techniques to improve your drawing skills as we focus on identifying and documenting spring flowers.

Please bring a pen, pencil, and notebook or sketchpad.

We’ll provide color pencils, watercolors, and other materials for you to experiment with in the field and the classroom. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Ages: 12 & up. Fee: $12, FOBH $11 Course #45993 • Saturday, May 12 • 10am-12pm

5/12 Junior Girl Scouts: Outdoor Art Explorer Badge

Let nature be your inspiration as you explore, create, and design different kinds of art. Join us to earn the requirements of the badge; Explore Outdoor Art, Make Something, Find Music Outdoors, Be a Nature Photographer, and Design with Nature.

Ages: 9-11 yrs. Fee: $15, FOBH $14 Course #45994 • Saturday, May 12 • 2-4pm

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5/12 Beginning Recreational Kayaking See April 29th for full description.

Ages: 12 & up. Fee: $32, FOBH $30 Course #45987 • Saturday, May 12 • 4-6pm

5/12 History of Boyds Pontoon Boat Tour

Join us and the Historical Society of Boyds to take a pontoon trip back in history. We’ll cruise the lake and visit spots to learn the history of the area from local experts. We’ll also take some time to see what creatures are stirring around the lake and the shore.

Please register and pay for all participants. Meet at the pontoon boat dock by the boat rental area.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $7, FOBH $6 Course #45995 • Saturday, May 12 • 6:30-8pm

Native Plant Sale Friday, April 27-Sunday April 29

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Shop ‘til you drop for native wildflowers, many of which are nectar and host plants for pollinators. All proceeds are donated to Black Hill Nature programs.

Are you a Friend? If so, then you’re in luck - there’s a FOBH Members Only preview sale on Thursday April 26 from 5 – 7 pm. Visit our website to view the plant SALE list and download the application to become a Friend.

Regular sales dates and times: • Friday, 4/27, 3-7pm • Saturday 4/28, 10am-3pm • Sunday, 4/29, 1-3pm

Sale is located in the maintenance yard across form the park office in Black Hill Regional Park. Come early, Montgomery Parks: Part of the Maryland-National Capital Parkplants and Planning Commission 141 go fast!

MontgomeryParks 5/13 Harpists at the Visitor Center See March 18th for full description.

All Ages. FREE Course #45931 • Sunday, May 13 • 12-2pm

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5/13 Ladies Lakeside - Mother’s Day Pontoon Ride

It’s Mother’s Day and Mom deserves to be given a treat. So, bring her out for a sunset tour of Little Seneca Lake and let her enjoy the beauty around her with the people she loves. We’ll cruise the lake and look for nature activity. Please register and pay for all participants. Meet at the pontoon boat dock located by the boat rental area.

Ages: 1 & up. Fee: $7, FOBH $6 Course #45996 • Sunday, May 13 • 6:30-8pm

5/15 Spring Wildfowers of Little Bennett

Explore Little Bennett looking for the wildflowers of spring. We’ll search for bellwort, showy orchis, and other forest wildflowers. Expect gravel and natural surface trails, which may be muddy in spots. Meet at the Burnt Hill Parking area, on Burnt Hill Road.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $12, FOBH $11 Course #45935 • Tuesday, May 15 • 1-3pm

5/18 Stargazing at Black Hill

The May night sky is dominated by the constellation Leo, high in the south, and Ursa Major, high in the north, while the western sky is dominated by the planet Venus. We’ll begin with a half-hour talk inside to learn about these constellations and to preview tonight’s sky.

Then we’ll head outside to join our volunteers and their telescopes for some close-up views of the heavens, including the lovely crescent Moon and its dramatic craters. And if we’re lucky, we’ll see the late-rising planet Jupiter, with its belts and moons. Rain date, Saturday, May 19.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $2 Course #45941 • Friday, May 18 • 8:30-10pm

5/19 Potomac River Heritage Kayak Trip

The “Nation’s River” is an amazing waterway that maintains a near-wilderness quality as it flows between Maryland and Virginia to Georgetown and beyond.

Each of our kayaking trips focus on a section of the Potomac or a tributary, giving us the time and luxury to take a closer look at its natural and cultural history.

The exact location of this trip will depend on weather and river conditions on that day. We’ll paddle for three or four hours on moving water, so you should be proficient at basic strokes and comfortable paddling flat water for a few hours at a time. We’ll do a quick review of moving water safety considerations and maneuvers. This is not an instructional course, so if you’ve never paddled, please try Beginning Kayaking first. Fee covers kayak, paddle, PFD, a dry bag, and round-trip transportation from Black Hill Regional Park to the river locations.

Ages: 18 & up. Fee: $70, FOBH $68 Course #45997 • Saturday, May 19 • 8am-5pm

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5/19 Staf Picks: Celebrating Migratory Birds Hike International Migratory Bird Day happens this month. In “My Side of the Mountain,” Sam captures a peregrine falcon - a migratory bird! Take a hike with us as we look for birds on their spring migration. Maybe we’ll even see a peregrine! This is a beginning birding course - kids a welcome. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $9, FOBH $8 Course #45998 • Saturday, May 19 • 9-10:30am

5/19 Wild Encounters

Enter the wild and wonderful world of amphibians and reptiles with guest herpetologist Elmore Brown. Elmore will share his exotic collection of live frogs, toads, lizards, and snakes from all over the world!

Ages: 5 & up. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45999 • Saturday, May 19 • 1-2pm

5/19 Campfres at Black Hill

See March 17th for full description.

All Ages. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45927 • Saturday, May 19 • 8-9pm

5/23 Storytime on the Lake: Waterbirds Join us aboard the pontoon boat to hear a story and scout out the wonders of Little Seneca Lake! Designed for children ages 3-6 accompanied by an adult (no younger siblings, please). Please also register and pay for adults. Meet at the pontoon boat dock by the boat rental area.

Ages: 3 & up. Fee: $6, FOBH $5 Course #45991 • Wednesday, May 23 • 10-11am

5/29 Tree ID

Can’t tell an oak from a maple, or one kind of oak from another? Join us and learn to identify a dozen commonly-seen trees in our forests. We’ll look at multiple ways of identifying trees including bark characteristics, leaf shape, twigs, flowers, and fruit.

Dress for the weather as most of the class will be held outdoors. Expect paved trails and a slow pace. Meet at the Visitor Center.

Ages: 12 & up. Fee: $12, FOBH $11 Course #46000 • Tuesday, May 29 • 1-3pm

5/29 Bats & Beavers Pontoon Boat Cruise

See April 18th for full description.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $7, FOBH $6 Course #45969 • Tuesday, May 29 • 7:30-9pm

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TEACHER-NATURALISTS WANTE'D! Teachers, come spend your summer with the naturalists at Black Hill! The Teacher-Naturalist program is a 6-week intensive professional development opportunity for local teachers.

You will be given opportunities to learn best environmental education practices from park naturalists first-hand, create a curriculum based project for the park and your classroom.

And you'll earn a stipend for your work, too!

Applications are being accepted until April 15.

Find the application at www.blackhillnature.org or contact Katrina Fauss at 301-528-3482 or Katrina.Fauss@MontgomeryParks.org.

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Brookside Nature Center 1400 Glenallan Avenue • Wheaton, MD 20902 • 301-962-1480 • www.BrooksideNature.org Open Tuesday–Saturday, 9 am–5 pm; Sunday, 1–5 pm. Trails open daily, dawn to dusk.

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Recurring Programs Some of our programs are so popular that we offer them a number of times throughout the season.

Please check below for the dates that work best for you.

Creature Feature

Celebrate International Migratory Bird Day with Brookside Nature Center programs!

Flying Squirrels

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Join a naturalist every Sunday to learn about the animals who live in and around Wheaton Regional Park.

Discover the amazing adaptations and features of the different animals on display in the nature center. This free program doesn’t require registration.

Ages: 1 & up. FREE Course #44717 • Sunday, Mar. 4 • 1:30-2pm Course #44718 • Sunday, Mar. 11 • 1:30-2pm Course #44719 • Sunday, Mar. 18 • 1:30-2pm Course #44720 • Sunday, Mar. 25 • 1:30-2pm Course #44721 • Sunday, Apr. 1 • 1:30-2pm Course #44722 • Sunday, Apr. 8 • 1:30-2pm Course #44723 • Sunday, Apr. 15 • 1:30-2pm Course #44724 • Sunday, Apr. 22 • 1:30-2pm Course #44725 • Sunday, Apr. 29 • 1:30-2pm Course #44726 • Sunday, May 13 • 1:30-2pm Course #44727 • Sunday, May 20 • 1:30-2pm Course #44728 • Sunday, May 27 • 1:30-2pm Maryland Flying Squirrels are abundant, cute, and active year-round, but few see them in the wild because they are active at night - nocturnal. BNC has established a squirrel feeding station so some of our flying squirrels can be seen close up by our visitors. The program starts on the Nature Center deck 30 minutes after sunset to allow the sky to darken. Rain or snow cancels the program.

Ages: 1 & up. FREE Course #45118 • Friday, May 11 • 5:30-6:30pm Course #45119 • Friday, May 18 • 5:30-6:30pm Course #45120 • Friday, May 25 • 5:30-6:30pm Course #45117 • Friday, May 4 • 6:30-7:30pm Course #45115 • Friday, Apr. 20 • 6:45-7:45pm Course #45116 • Friday, Apr. 27 • 6:45-7:45pm Course #45111 • Friday, Mar. 23 • 7:30-8:30pm Course #45110 • Friday, Mar. 16 • 7:45-8:45pm Course #45113 • Friday, Apr. 6 • 7-8pm Course #45114 • Friday, Apr. 13 • 7-8pm Course #45108 • Friday, Mar. 2 • 8-9pm Course #45109 • Friday, Mar. 9 • 8-9pm

Soulful Supper at Harper’s Cabin!

Join us for a taste of African American Heritage as we learn about the history of the Harper’s Cabin. Observe and help with hearthside cooking techniques while learning the history, nutrition and rich culture of African American foods. Learn how soul food became a dominant theme among African American Family, their church and social gatherings during the 19th century and extending to the end of the 20th century. The program begins with preparing the food and continues until a tasty supper is ready for serving.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $10 Course #45442 • Sunday, Mar. 11 • 10am-2pm Course #45443 • Sunday, Mar. 25 • 10am-2pm Course #45444 • Sunday, Apr. 15 • 10am-2pm Course #45445 • Sunday, Apr. 29 • 10am-2pm Course #45446 • Sunday, May 13 • 10am-2pm

Sunday Storytimes

Join our volunteers every Sunday to enjoy a wonderful story that highlights the nature found in and around the nature center be it plants, animals, rocks, sun or weather.

Ages: 3-6 yrs. FREE Course #44956 • Sunday, Mar. 25 • 3-3:30pm Course #44957 • Sunday, Apr. 1 • 3-3:30pm Course #44958 • Sunday, Apr. 8 • 3-3:30pm Course #44959 • Sunday, Apr. 15 • 3-3:30pm Course #44960 • Sunday, Apr. 22 • 3-3:30pm Course #44961 • Sunday, Apr. 29 • 3-3:30pm Course #44962 • Sunday, May 13 • 3-3:30pm Course #44963 • Sunday, May 20 • 3-3:30pm Course #44964 • Sunday, May 27 • 3-3:30pm

Nature in the Park - Wheaton Regional Park

Join a naturalist by the Wheaton Regional Park Playground the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month in April and May to discover and explore the more-than-human world that is occurring that day.

Each session will cover a new topic.

No registration required and rain cancels the program.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE. Beginning Tuesday, April 10

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Recurring Programs Trail Buddies

Discover nature and develop important skills together on the nature center trails! Preschoolers will have the opportunity to work on important skills with other preschoolers and their favorite adults. We’ll collect, count and sort different natural materials (pre-math), recognize shapes and patterns in nature (art) and invent our own outdoor nature games as we improve and develop social skills like sharing and cooperation.

Ages: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $6 Course #44729 • Tuesday, Mar. 6 • 10-11am Course #44730 • Tuesday, Mar. 13 • 10-11am Course #44731 • Tuesday, Mar. 20 • 10-11am Course #44733 • Tuesday, Apr. 3 • 10-11am Course #44734 • Tuesday, Apr. 10 • 10-11am Course #44735 • Tuesday, Apr. 17 • 10-11am Course #44736 • Tuesday, Apr. 24 • 10-11am Course #44737 • Tuesday, May 1 • 10-11am Course #44738 • Tuesday, May 8 • 10-11am Course #44739 • Tuesday, May 15 • 10-11am Course #44740 • Tuesday, May 22 • 10-11am Course #44741 • Tuesday, May 29 • 10-11am

MARCH 2018 3/13 Brookside Babble:Survivor!

Exploring EcoChallenges

Join our new Teacher Social Network - Brookside Babble.

It meets monthly every 2nd Tuesday from 5:00 - 6:30 to give teachers the opportunity to swap ideas and build their professional network. You’ll take home classroom activities that meet Maryland environmental education standards and catch a free park preview of nature center and park field trips, field investigations and resources in action! It’s a great way to catch ideas to bring the outside in! March 13 - Survivor! Exploring eco-challenges of the past and present (Early Settlers) Ages: 21 & up. FREE Course #42785 • Tuesday, Mar. 13 • 5-6:30pm

3/17 Saturday Rambles - Little Bennett Regional Park Migrating birds, Virginia Bluebells, squirming tadpoles, and budding trees -- springtime in Maryland is a time of rejuvenation and welcome returns. On our leisurely hikes through some of the county’s most pristine parklands we’ll take time to appreciate the wonders of the season while expanding our understanding of their ecology and interactions. Expect to cover 2-3 miles on natural surface trails.

Ages: 18 & up. FREE Course #45097 • Saturday, Mar. 17 • 9:30-11:30am

3/20 Welcome Spring! A BNC Puppet Teater Production

Ah, spring at last! The days are finally longer than the nights - and all the animals around the nature center are starting to emerge from their winter habits. Join us for this puppet show to learn about what happens in spring with the plants and animals that can be found in and around Brookside Nature Center.

Ages: 3-7 yrs. Fee: $4 Course #44968 • Tuesday, Mar. 20 • 4:30-5:15pm

3/22 Mystery Tracks!

Who left tracks around the Nature Center? We’ll work together to identify each, then head back to the Nature Center to make our own tracks to take home!

Ages: 3-7 yrs. Fee: $6 Course #45456 • Thursday, Mar. 22 • 10:30-11:30am

3/23 Stroller Nature Strolls: Matthew Henson Trail

There are seasons within seasons and we’ll savor each during our casual walks on Montgomery Parks’ stroller friendly trails. Early, middle and full spring wonders await us and our youngest naturalists as we walk up to two mile exploring field and forest. Join like-minded parents, and remember, it’s never too early to give your child a love of nature! Directions to the trails will be emailed ahead of time to registered participants.

Ages: 6m & up. Free Course #45448 • Friday, Mar. 23 • 11am-12pm

3/26 Moving Field Guide

Get outdoors and learn about nature with dancers from Dance Exchange and environmental education experts from Brookside Nature Center! This will be a week filled with learning, and moving, and making new connections to outdoors through dance. Each day will focus on a different nature topic that will help you gain a deeper understanding of and connection to our local environment and community. Don’t let the price turn you away, call 301-962-1480 for information on scholarships.

We want everyone to have the opportunity to dance!

Ages: 6-10 yrs. Fee: $250 Course #44228 • Monday - Friday • 9:30am-3:30pm

3/26 Moving Field Guide - Before Care Ages: 6-10 yrs. Fee: $40 Course #44314 • Monday, Mar. 26 • 8-9am

3/26 Moving Field Guide - After Care Ages: 6-10 yrs. Fee: $80 Course #44313 • Monday, Mar. 26 • 3:30-5:30pm

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MontgomeryParks 3/31 Saturday Rambles - Lois Y. Green Conservation Park

Migrating birds, Virginia Bluebells, squirming tadpoles, and budding trees -- springtime in Maryland is a time of rejuvenation and welcome returns. On our leisurely hikes through some of the county’s most pristine parklands we’ll take time to appreciate the wonders of the season while expanding our understanding of their ecology and interactions. Expect to cover 2-3 miles on natural surface trails.

Ages: 18 & up. FREE Course #45098 • Saturday, Mar. 31 • 9:30-11:30am

APRIL 2018 4/3 Nature in the Park - Kemp Mill Urban Park

Join a naturalist at Kemp Mill Local Park the first Tuesday of the month in April and May to discover and explore the more-than-human world found in the ponds and gardens of this gem of a park. Each session will cover a new topic.

No registration required and rain cancels the program.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #44745 • Tuesday, Apr. 3 • 11am-12pm

4/7 Spring Family Scavenger Hunt

Come by the Nature Center to pick up a scavenger hunt sheet and head outside to look for some of the signs of spring! No registration required - drop in anytime during program hours!

Ages: 6-11 yrs. FREE Course #45458 • Saturday, Apr. 7 • 1-3pm

4/10 Brookside Babble: “Game of Stones” Join our new Teacher Social Network - Brookside Babble.

It meets monthly every 2nd Tuesday from 5:00 - 6:30 to give teachers the opportunity to swap ideas and build their professional network. You’ll take home classroom activities that meet Maryland environmental education standards and catch a free park preview of nature center and park field trips, field investigations and resources in action! It’s a great way to catch ideas to bring the outside in! April 10 - “Game of Stones”; Keeping the rock cycle relevant (Earth Materials) Ages: 21 & up. FREE Course #42786 • Tuesday, Apr. 10 • 5-6:30am

4/10 Nature in the Park - Wheaton Regional Park

4/12 Hummingbirds!

The ruby-throats are on their way north! Learn more about these hummers as we track their progress into our area. We’ll learn how to attract them into your yard, and make a feeder to take home.

Ages: 3-7 yrs. Fee: $6 Course #45459 • Thursday, Apr. 12 • 10:30-11:30am

4/14 WEBELOS Elective: Into the Wild

Care for an insect. Learn about flyways and what birds you will find in your backyard. Explore the role producers, consumers, and decomposers play in the food chain through games, hiking and hands-on activities while completing this WEBELOS Elective.

Ages: 7-9 yrs. Fee: $25 Course #44646 • Saturday, Apr. 14 • 9:30am-12pm

4/17 Nature in the Park - North Four Corners Park

Join a naturalist at the playground in North Four Corners Park, 315 University Boulevard West, the third Tuesday of the month in April and May to discover and explore the more-than-human world found surrounding habitats of this recently revitalized park. Each session will cover a new topic. No registration required and rain cancels the program.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #44750 • Tuesday, Apr. 17 • 11am-12pm

4/17 Art by the Pond

Everyone needs their green time - young and old alike!

This program is a series designed for senior nature lovers to spend time outside, enjoying nature, and expressing their creative impulses. Each week we will set up chairs around the easily accessible pond boardwalk to do a nature -based craft inspired by the sights, sounds, and fragrances of spring. The Course meets on April 17, 24th, May 1st and 8th.

Ages: 50 & up. Fee: $28 Course #44932 • Tuesday, Apr. 17 • 2:30-3:45pm

4/19 Home School Naturally: Forest

All forms of life need certain things to live. Survival depends on getting these things. Join a Naturalist for an interactive hike to learn about how habitats differ and how living things are adapted to live there. Each hike will explore a different habitat. Bring a bag lunch and enjoy a picnic in the park after the hike!

Ages: 7-11 yrs. Fee: $7 Course #44648 • Thursday, Apr. 19 • 1:30-3am

Join a naturalist by the Wheaton Regional Park Playground the second and fourth Tuesdays of the month in April and May to discover and explore the more-than-human world that is occurring that day. Each session will cover a new topic.

No registration required and rain cancels the program.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #44748 • Tuesday, Apr. 10 • 11am-12pm

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All forms of life need certain things to live. Survival depends on getting these things. Join a Naturalist for an interactive hike to learn about how habitats differ and how living things are adapted to live there. Each hike will explore a different habitat. Bring a bag lunch and enjoy a picnic in the park after the hike!

Ages: 7-11 yrs. Fee: $7 Course #44649 • Thursday, Apr. 26 • 1:30-3am

4/27 Stroller Nature Strolls: Paint Branch in MLK Park

4/21 Saturday Rambles - Rachel Carson Conservation Park Migrating birds, Virginia Bluebells, squirming tadpoles, and budding trees -- springtime in Maryland is a time of rejuvenation and welcome returns. On our leisurely hikes through some of the county’s most pristine parklands we’ll take time to appreciate the wonders of the season while expanding our understanding of their ecology and interactions. Expect to cover 2-3 miles on natural surface trails.

Ages: 18 & up. Free Course #45099 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 9:30-11:30am

4/21 Frog & Toad Hike

It’s time to pay attention to our amphibian friends because worldwide they are disappearing! Learn about the global status of these gentle and environmentally sensitive animals, scout for some in our wetland habitats, discuss the threats they face, and meet our resident toad up close and personal.

Ages: 4-11 yrs. FREE Course #45451 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 3-4pm

4/22 Forest Friends Festival Celebrating Earth Day

In honor of Earth Day, we are celebrating the special habitat that distinguishes Wheaton Regional Park and covers much of Maryland - the forest habitat. Through our celebration of trees and forests, visitors will meet some resident critters, learn about trees and tree products, take guided hikes and more. Join us in acclaiming, appreciating, and admiring the largest plants in the world and the worlds they create! No registration required!

Ages: 1 & up. FREE Course #44969 • Sunday, Apr. 22 • 11am-4pm

4/26 Buzzy Bees

Learn about some of the different kinds of bees in our area and the many ways bees help people. We’ll make a bee craft and go on a short hike on natural surface trails in search of bees.

Ages: 3-7 yrs. Fee: $6 Course #45460 • Thursday, Apr. 26 • 10:30-11:30am

There are seasons within seasons and we’ll savor each during our casual walks on Montgomery Parks’ stroller friendly trails. Early, middle and full spring wonders await us and our youngest naturalists as we walk up to two mile exploring field and forest. Join like-minded parents, and remember, it’s never too early to give your child a love of nature! Directions to the trails will be emailed ahead of time to registered participants.

Ages: 6m & up. FREE Course #45449 • Friday, Apr. 27 • 11am-12pm

4/29 Full Moon Night Hike

Leave your flashlights at home! Let’s use the light of the full moon to guide us on a hike through the woods of Brookside as we explore the sights and sounds that surround us.

Ages: 8 & up. Fee: $6 Course #45461 • Sunday, Apr. 29 • 7:30-8:30pm

MAY 2018 5/1 Nature in the Park - Kemp Mill Urban Park

Join a naturalist at Kemp Mill Local Park the first Tuesday of the month in April and May to discover and explore the more-than-human world found in the ponds and gardens of this gem of a park. Each session will cover a new topic.

No registration required and rain cancels the program.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #44745 • Tuesday, May 1 • 11am-12pm

5/3 Home School Naturally : Pond

All forms of life need certain things to live. Survival depends on getting these things. Join a Naturalist for an interactive hike to learn about how habitats differ and how living things are adapted to live there. Each hike will explore a different habitat. Bring a bag lunch and enjoy a picnic in the park after the hike!

Ages: 7-11 yrs. Fee: $7 Course #44650 • Thursday, May 3 • 1:30-3am

5/5 Saturday Rambles - C & O Canal at Sycamore Landing

Migrating birds, Virginia Bluebells, squirming tadpoles, and budding trees -- springtime in Maryland is a time of rejuvenation and welcome returns. On our leisurely hikes through some of the county’s most pristine parklands we’ll take time to appreciate the wonders of the season while expanding our understanding of their ecology and interactions. Expect to cover 2-3 miles on natural surface trails.

Ages: 18 & up. FREE Course #45100 • Saturday, May 5 • 9:30-11:30am

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Join our new Teacher Social Network - Brookside Babble.

It meets monthly every 2nd Tuesday from 5:00 - 6:30 to give teachers the opportunity to swap ideas and build their professional network. You’ll take home classroom activities that meet Maryland environmental education standards and catch a free park preview of nature center and park field trips, field investigations and resources in action! It’s a great way to catch ideas to bring the outside in! May 8 - Beautiful Biodiversity: Building school yard habitats (Insects and Pollinators) Ages: 21 & up. FREE Course #42787 • Tuesday, May 8 • 5-6:30pm

5/10 Bird Bonanza

We’re celebrating International Migratory Bird Day this week! Join us as we head out on a junior bird walk, learn the struggles birds face by playing the Great Migration Game, and make a bird-related craft!!

Ages: 3-7 yrs. Fee: $6 Course #45462 • Thursday, May 10 • 10:30-11:30am

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All forms of life need certain things to live. Survival depends on getting these things. Join a Naturalist for an interactive hike to learn about how habitats differ and how living things are adapted to live there. Each hike will explore a different habitat. Bring a bag lunch and enjoy a picnic in the park after the hike!

Ages: 7-11 yrs. Fee: $7 Course #44651 • Thursday, May 10 • 1:30-3am

5/15 Nature in the Park - North Four Corners Park

Join a naturalist at the playground in North Four Corners Park, 315 University Boulevard West, the third Tuesday of the month in April and May to discover and explore the more-than-human world found surrounding habitats of this recently revitalized park.

Each session will cover a new topic. No registration required and rain cancels the program.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #44750 • Tuesday, May 15 • 11am-12pm

5/19 WEBELOS Elective: Into the Woods

Understand and examine the need for trees and other forest plants through games, hiking and hands-on activities while completing this WEBELOS elective.

Ages: 7-9 yrs. Fee: $25 Course #44647 • Saturday, May 19 • 9:30am-12pm

5/24 Bonkers for Bats!

Bats have emerged from their winter hibernation. Come with us for a short hike in search of bats, their habitat, and what they’re up to this time of year! Then we’ll make a fun bat craft to take home!

Ages: 3-7 yrs. Fee: $6 Course #45463 • Thursday, May 24 • 10:30-11:30am

5/25 Stroller Nature Strolls:Magruder Branch / Damascus

There are seasons within seasons and we’ll savor each during our casual walks on Montgomery Parks’ stroller friendly trails. Early, middle and full spring wonders await us and our youngest naturalists as we walk up to two mile exploring field and forest. Join like-minded parents, and remember, it’s never too early to give your child a love of nature! Directions to the trails will be emailed ahead of time to registered participants.

Ages: 6m & up. FREE Course #45450 • Friday, May 25 • 11am-12pm

5/26 Saturday Rambles - Lake Needwood

Migrating birds, Virginia Bluebells, squirming tadpoles, and budding trees -- springtime in Maryland is a time of rejuvenation and welcome returns. On our leisurely hikes through some of the county’s most pristine parklands we’ll take time to appreciate the wonders of the season while expanding our understanding of their ecology and interactions. Expect to cover 2-3 miles on natural surface trails.

Ages: 18 & up. FREE Course #45447 • Saturday, May 26 • 9:30-11:30am

5/29 Art by the Lake

Need some green time? Enjoy crafting? This nature program is for seniors desiring a hike to spend time outside, enjoy nature, and be a little creative. We will take a leisurely walk along fairly level, natural surface trails from the nature center to Pine Lake and once there do something crafty to take home and enjoy.

Ages: Seniors - over 50. Fee: $8 Course #44937 • Tuesday, May 29 • 2:30-4pm

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Recurring Programs Some of our programs are so popular that we offer them a number of times throughout the season.

Please check below for the dates that work best for you.

Nature Explorers Together: Spring

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Register for whole series and get one day free.

Fee: $100 Course #46161 • Fridays • 10-11:30am

Homeschool Happenings Spring Session

In this 11-week session, parents and caregivers will have the chance to play, create and learn right alongside their little nature explorers. Each oneand a-half hour class will include hands-on, naturebased activities that encourage imaginative play, curiosity, and cooperation. The majority of each class will be outdoors (barring extreme weather) so be sure to dress appropriately!

Ages: 1y6m-3 yrs.

Register by week. Single session Fee: $10 Course #46162 • Friday, Mar. 9 • 10-11:30am Course #46163 • Friday, Mar. 16 • 10-11:30am Course #46164 • Friday, Mar. 23 • 10-11:30am Course #46165 • Friday, Apr. 6 • 10-11:30am Course #46166 • Friday, Apr. 13 • 10-11:30am Course #46167 • Friday, Apr. 20 • 10-11:30am Course #46168 • Friday, Apr. 27 • 10-11:30am Course #46169 • Friday, May 4 • 10-11:30am Course #46170 • Friday, May 11 • 10-11:30am Course #46171 • Friday, May 18 • 10-11:30am Course #46172 • Friday, May 25 • 10-11:30am

First Fridays Folk Fires

A new campfire series featuring folk music and folk tales. A different theme each month. Register all family members. Marshmallow roasting included.

Ages: 5-Adult. Fee: $7 Fairy Tales Course #46202 • Friday, Mar. 2 • 6-7:30pm Mother Earth Course #46203 • Friday, Apr. 6 • 6-7:30pm Lore of Spring Course #46204 • Friday, May 4 • 6-7:30pm

Join a Naturalist at the Cabin John Regional Park playground to explore what’s happening outside!

New topics every month on the first Tuesday. No registration required. Rain cancels the program watch our Facebook page for weather updates.

Ages: 1 & up. Free Course #46176 • Tuesday, Mar. 6 • 11am-12pm Course #46177 • Tuesday, Apr. 3 • 11am-12pm Course #46178 • Tuesday, May 1 • 11am-12pm

Spring into action with our Homeschool Happenings Citizen Science season. Learn this Spring how to improve the health of our local environment through stream monitoring, bird counts, insect surveys, and contribute to frog and monarch watch programs. Enjoy attending session one, two or three on each topic, or attend all 12 weeks to learn more! Bring a lunch and picnic with other homeschool students before the program.

Please dress for the weather. We will meet Thursdays from 12-1:30 except for March 29th.

Ages: 5-9 yrs.

Register for the series and get one day free.

Fee: $110 Course #46127 • Thursdays • 12-1:30pm Register by week. Single session Fee: $10 Become a Citizen Scientist Course #46128 • Thursday, Mar. 8 • 12-1:30pm Bird is the Word! Winter Birding 1 Course #46129 • Thursday, Mar. 15 • 12-1:30pm Bird is the Word! Winter Birding 2 Course #46130 • Thursday, Mar. 22 • 12-1:30pm It’s Not Easy Being Green: Frog Watch 1 Course #46131 • Thursday, Apr. 5 • 12-1:30pm It’s Not Easy Being Green: Frog Watch 2 Course #46133 • Thursday, Apr. 12 • 12-1:30pm

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TGIF Crafty Gals

Have a girl’s night out with the creative nature center staff! We’ll create a great natural craft while enjoying wine, cheese, and chocolate at the nature center.

Ages: 21 & up. Fee: $25 Weave a Spring Basket Course #46206 • Friday, Mar. 9 • 6-9pm

MARCH 2018 3/3 World Wildlife Day Celebration

Celebrate World Wildlife Day with Montgomery Parks at Locust Grove Nature Center! Get up close to Nature Center animal ambassadors at 10:30am and let their unique characteristics inspire your artistic abilities.

Take a walk on the wild side and come dressed like local wildlife. The Animal Costumed Parade Hike begins at 1pm. We will also be hosting a Virtual Youth Photo Contest. Anyone under age 18 can post their favorite wildlife photos taken in Montgomery Parks on our facebook page, prizes will be given to first, second and third place winners. Most importantly, come and learn about ways you can protect local wildlife.

All Ages. Fee: $6 Course #46180 • Saturday, Mar. 3 • 10:30am-3pm

3/6 Nature Explorers Spring

Children will explore, discover, and create together - all while learning through outdoor play. Classes will include hands-on, nature-based activities that encourage social skills, problem-solving, and foster independence and self-esteem. A typical day includes exploration in the woods, imaginative play, and getting messy! Children will spend the majority of their time outdoors, barring extreme weather, so be sure to dress for the weather! * This is a drop off classes and parents/caregivers do not attend. Children must be toilet-trained. Children should be able to dress themselves.Payment plans available, register for full 12 week series.

Ages: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $720 Course #46160 • Tuesdays • 9:30am-12pm

Seed Starters Course #46207 • Friday, Apr. 13 • 6-9pm Gourd Planters Course #46208 • Friday, May 11 • 6-9pm

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Join us this month for a nature story time of charismatic characters! Together we’ll read “Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs” by Judi Barrett, a favorite of children’s literature, then we’ll make real-world connections in Cabin John Park. Dress for the weather, as each meeting includes a teeny tiny hike and outdoor activities. Fee is for parent-child pair.

Ages: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $6 Course #46181 • Sunday, Mar. 11 • 10-11am

3/16 Friday Night Campfre and Nature Walk

It’s beginning to look a lot like SPRING! Discover the natural beauty of Cabin John Regional Park at night.

Join us for a campfire and enjoy a nature walk under the night sky with one of our naturalists. Feel free to bring your own hot dogs or food to warm over the fire, and we’ll provide s’mores. Please register and pay for adults and children.

All Ages. Fee: $7 Course #46173 • Friday, Mar. 16 • 6:30-8pm

3/18 Hike & Seek: Kindness Rocks!

Looking for a little adventure? Follow the clues as you hike around Cabin John Park to solve a new nature-themed puzzle each month. This month we’re hiding hand-painted “kindness rocks” around the park for you to find. Check-in at the front desk any time between 2pm and 4pm for a few hints, and receive all the supplies you need to paint and hide your own rocks. Price is per family. Natural surface trails may not be stroller accessible. Severe weather cancels the program.

All Ages. Fee: $6 Course #46184 • Sunday, Mar. 18 • 2-4pm

3/18 Tea with Turtles

Could you and a turtle share a snack together? Find out what our turtle friends at Locust Grove like to eat and if the same foods would be in your lunch box.

Sip on tea and munch on snacks while we learn more about turtles in the wild and listen to a turtle themed story. Snacks and tea provided for all participants, each registration is for a child and their adult. Please contact the nature center one week prior to the program with any dietary concerns.

Ages: 4 & up. Fee: $15 Course #46199 • Sunday, Mar. 18 • 11am-12pm

3/24 World Water Day! Exploring Nature Based Solutions

The United Nation’s World Water Day is all about taking action to tackle the world’s water crisis: 1.8 billion people around the world do not have access to healthy water. This global problem can be solved with local solutions! Come and learn about Nature-Based Solutions for a Healthy Watershed and get your feet wet in our stream as you contribute to ongoing stream monitoring. Get an introduction to how forests help mitigate climate change and preserve water quality.

Bring your environmentally-focused group, or ask about scheduling a private field trip.

Ages: 5 & up. Fee: $6 Course #46191 • Saturday, Mar. 24 • 1:30-3pm

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3/25 Watching the Weather

Ever wonder how weather is made? Visit the Locust Grove Lab to explore the many moods of March from frost to fog and breezes to freezes. Become a meteorologist through wild and wacky science experiments and hands-on demonstrations. This free program requires registration for each participating child.

Ages: 4-10 yrs. FREE Course #46187 • Sunday, Mar. 25 • 2-3pm

3/26 Spring Discovery Camp LGNC

Come outside and discover how nature awakes during Spring Break! Explore the many creatures that are stirring and plants that are budding as Cabin John park greets the warmer weather.

Bring your rain boots and rain gear and join us for some wet, muddy, fantastic spring break fun and exploration! Fee: $350 Ages: 6-10 yrs Fee: $75 Course #44230 • Monday, Mar. 26 • 9am-3:30pm Course #44231 • Monday, Mar. 26 • 9am-3:30pm Course #44232 • Tuesday, Mar. 27 • 9am-3:30pm Course #44233 • Wednesday, Mar. 28 • 9am-3:30pm Course #44234 • Thursday, Mar. 29 • 9am-3:30pm Course #44235 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 9am-3:30pm

3/26 Spring Discovery Camp Before Care LGNC Early care for early bird campers and parents on their way to work.

Ages: 6-10 yrs. Fee: $80 Course #46126 • Monday, Mar. 26 • 7-9am

3/26 Spring Discovery Camp After Care LGNC

Late care for never-want-the-day-to-end campers and parents on their way from work.

Ages: 6-10 yrs. Fee: $80 Course #44238 • Monday, Mar. 26 • 3:30-5:30pm

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Ages: 13-14 yrs. Fee: $300 Course #44236 • Monday, Mar. 26 • 9am-3:30pm

APRIL 2018 4/8 & 5/6 Soapmaking, Naturally!

4/20 Friday Night Campfre and Nature Walk

It’s beginning to look a lot like SPRING! Discover the natural beauty of Cabin John Regional Park at night.

Join us for a campfire and enjoy a nature walk under the night sky with one of our naturalists. Feel free to bring your own hot dogs or food to warm over the fire, and we’ll provide s’mores. Please register and pay for adults and children.

All Ages. Fee: $7 Course #46174 • Friday, Apr. 20 • 6:30-8pm

4/21 Nature Journaling for Beginners

Celebrate Earth Day by documenting your time in nature. In this workshop you’ll learn about the joys of creating and maintaining a nature journal and then get started on making a nature journal of your very own.

Ages: 16-Adult. Fee: $25 Course #46198 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 10am-1pm

Join us to learn how to make soap and other relaxation treats! We will learn about essential oils and herbs that can aid your health and relaxation. This two part class includes making soap from scratch and milling the soap in the next session to include additives. Plan to attend both dates.

Ages: 16 & up. Fee: $50 Course #46205 • Sunday, Apr. 8 & May 6 • 1-4pm

4/22 Woodsy Workshop: Toad Abode

4/8 Tot Time: “Tadpole Rex”

4/28 Tree Mythology

Join us this month for a nature story time of charismatic characters! Together we’ll read “Tadpole Rex” by Kurt Cyrus, a favorite of children’s literature, then we’ll make real-world connections in Cabin John Park. Dress for the weather, as each meeting includes a teeny tiny hike and outdoor activities. Fee is for parentchild pair.

Ages: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $6 Course #46182 • Sunday, Apr. 8 • 10-11am

4/15 Hike & Seek: Letterboxing

Looking for a little adventure? Follow the clues as you hike around Cabin John Park to solve a new naturethemed puzzle each month. This month we’re hiding letterboxes around the park for you to find. Work together as a family to collect the hand-carved stamps hidden in these caches. Check-in at the front desk any time between 2pm and 4pm for a few hints. Price is per family. Natural surface trails may not be stroller accessible. Severe weather cancels the program.

All Ages. Fee: $6 Course #46185 • Sunday, Apr. 15 • 2-4pm

4/15 Snacks with Snakes

Celebrate Earth Day with an often-misunderstood garden visitor. These toad homes provide habitat and add whimsy to your backyard! Choose from a variety of styles to suit all ages and skill levels. Drop in at any time during the program. All crafters must register.

Ages: 4-Adult. Fee: $6 Course #46189 • Sunday, Apr. 22 • 10am-1pm This Arbor Day, take a guided hike with one of our naturalists as you learn about the fascinating mythology of trees found in Maryland and around the world. Participants will also learn some of the fundamentals of tree identification.

Ages: 16-Adult. Fee: $10 Course #46195 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 10-11:30am

MAY 2018 5/6 Buggy Brunch

Bugs might ruin some picnics but not at our Buggy Brunch! Find out how most of the foods we eat wouldn’t be possible without the help of insects and other bugs.

We will even dine with a few of our insect friends as we learn more about bugs, read a bug themed story and complete a buggy craft. Snacks and tea provided for all participants, each registration is for a child and their adult. Please contact the nature center one week prior to the program with any dietary concerns.

Ages: 4 & up. Fee: $15 Course #46201 • Sunday, May 6 • 11am-12pm

What’s a snake’s favorite food? Think you and a snake would want to sit down for a meal together? Enjoy a tasty snack while you meet the snakes that call Locust Grove home. The snakes will have their lunch while we learn more about wild snakes, read a snake themed story, and finish with a snake craft. Snacks and tea provided for all participants, each registration is for a child and their adult.

Please contact the nature center one week prior to the program with any dietary concerns.

Ages: 4 & up. Fee: $15 Course #46200 • Sunday, Apr. 15 • 11am-12pm

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Take your dog out for a play date in the park! Meet in front of the Nature Center to learn some tips for making hiking with dogs safe and fun. Then let’s sniff along the trails and splash in the stream. Our two-mile trek returns us to the Nature Center for some dogapproved refreshments. No more than two dogs per registration. Dogs must remain leashed at all times.

Please bring bags to pick up after your pet. Four-legged participants must be up to date on all vaccinations and display current rabies tag.

Ages: 16 & up. Fee: $6 Course #46188 • Sunday, May 6 • 10-11am

5/12 Birding Basics for Kids

In honor of International Migratory Bird Day we are hosting Birding Basics for Kids! Come and learn how to use binoculars, where to look for migratory birds, and how to identify some of our visiting warblers. Enjoy learning through activities, games and a birding hike.

Ages: 4-13 yrs. Fee: $6 Course #46192 • Saturday, May 12 • 11am-12pm

5/12 Let’s Go Fly a Kite

In honor of International Migratory Bird Day, come and learn the science behind taking flight! See how local birds, insects, and bats fly and take to the skies through building your own animal kite. Kite supplies provided.

Ages: 4 & up. Fee: $10 Course #46193 • Saturday, May 12 • 1-2:30pm

5/12 Native Plant Sale

Beautify your backyard with native plants! Explore the gardens of Locust Grove to see these plants in action.

Ask the experts your questions about growing lowmaintenance and pest-resistant varieties that help attract wildlife to your garden. Shop a unique selection of the highest quality plants and seeds. Free Admission.

No Registration Required. Sales support educational programs at Locust Grove Nature Center Ages: All ages. FREE Course #46179 • Saturday, May 12 • 10am-2pm

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Ever wonder how the nuthatch or the oriole got their names? Join a naturalist for a morning of birding while learning about the naming stories behind Maryland’s birds. A great way to celebrate International Migratory Bird Day! Ages: 10 & up. Fee: $12 Course #46194 • Saturday, May 12 • 8-10am

5/13 Tot Time: “Planting a Rainbow”

Join us this month for a nature story time of charismatic characters! Together we’ll read “Planting a Rainbow” by Lois Ehlert, a favorite of children’s literature, then we’ll make real-world connections in Cabin John Park. Dress for the weather, as each meeting includes a teeny tiny hike and outdoor activities. Fee is for parent-child pair.

Ages: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $6 Course #46183 • Sunday, May 13 • 10-11am

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Ages: 4-Adult. FREE Course #46190 • Sunday, May 13 • 1-4pm

5/18 Friday Night Campfre and Nature Walk

It’s beginning to look a lot like SPRING! Discover the natural beauty of Cabin John Regional Park at night.

Join us for a campfire and enjoy a nature walk under the night sky with one of our naturalists. Feel free to bring your own hot dogs or food to warm over the fire, and we’ll provide s’mores. Please register and pay for adults and children.

All Ages. Fee: $7 Course #46175 • Friday, May 18 • 6:30-8pm

5/20 Hike & Seek: Storybook Trail

Looking for a little adventure? Follow the clues as you hike around Cabin John Park to solve a new naturethemed puzzle each month. This month features a special edition of our Storybook Trail. Work together as a family to find hidden artifacts and activities related to each page of the book. Check-in at the front desk any time between 2pm and 4pm for a few hints. Price is per family. Natural surface trails may not be stroller accessible. Severe weather cancels the program.

All Ages. Fee: $6 Course #46186 • Sunday, May 20 • 2-4pm

5/20 Identity Teft: Species that Mimic

Learn about some of Maryland’s natural mimics and their incredible adaptions. Join a naturalist as we discuss how and why species such as the viceroy butterfly impersonates the monarch, the robber fly steals the bumble bee’s black and yellow style, and the innocent milk snake imitates the venomous coral snake.

Ages: 10-Adult. Fee: $6 Course #46197 • Sunday, May 20 • 10-11am

5/26 Where’s the Love?

Maryland’s Native Bees

Help Maryland’s native bee populations by building a bee house to take home! Most people know about the honey bees, but Maryland’s native bees are essential to our ecosystems. Learn about the value of these important species and what you can do to conserve them in your own backyard.

Ages: 8-Adult. Fee: $10 Course #46196 • Saturday, May 26 • 11am-12pm

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Maydale Nature Center Nature Programs

1638 Maydale Drive • Colesville, MD 20905 • 301-962-1487 MCP-Maydale@montgomeryparks.org • Trails open daily, dawn to dusk. www.montgomeryparks.org/parks-and-trails/maydale-conservation-park/

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MARCH 2018 3/24 Insect Adventures!

Join us for a family friendly interactive morning examining a pond to see what insects we can find, discovering their connection to the environment and creating your own insect story to share. Please wear protective boots or shoes; this is an outdoor activity (rain or shine). Register all who are attending this free program.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #45472 • Saturday, Mar. 24 • 12:30-1:30pm

3/31 Electronic Eggstravaganza!

It’s spring and eggs are everywhere! We’ll use GPS units to search for treasure filled eggs hidden in Maydale’s different habitats for a truly fun way to learn about spring and be rewarded with a prize every time. Bring your own basket to collect your findings. We’ll supply the GPS units!

Ages: 6-11 yrs. Fee: $7 Course #44634 • Saturday, Mar. 31 • 1:30-2:30pm Course #44632 • Saturday, Mar. 31 • 11:30am-12:30pm

APRIL 2018 4/8 Spring Family Scavenger Hunt

Join us as we go in search of the signs and sounds of spring! We’ll go on a short hike through the forest, fields, and ponds of Maydale, keeping our eyes open for birds, insects, wildflowers, and (hopefully) a frog or two.

Ages: 6-11 yrs. FREE Course #44641 •Sunday, Apr. 8 • 11am-12pm

4/28 All About Amphibians

Join us for a walk around the pond as we search for frogs and toads, all the while learning more about the common amphibians in our area. We’ll even get to meet one in person!

Ages: 4 & up. FREE Course #44642 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 10:30-11:30am

4/28 Insect Adventures!

Join us for a family friendly interactive morning examining a pond to see what insects we can find, discovering their connection to the environment and creating your own insect story to share. Please wear protective boots or shoes; this is an outdoor activity (rain or shine). Register all who are attending this free program.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #45473 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 12:30-1:30pm

4/28 Evening Amphibian Walk

Experience Maydale at dusk as we walk around the pond and wetlands listening for and identifying the different frog to toad calls we hear.

Ages: 8 & up. FREE Course #44639 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 7:30-8pm

MAY 2018 5/12 Bird Bingo!

Come join us for an exciting game of Bird Bingo as we walk the trails of Maydale in search of birds, their habits, and their behaviors.

Ages: 5 & up. FREE Course #44643 • Saturday, May 12 • 10:30-11:30am

5/12 Te Great Migration Challenge

It’s International Migratory Bird Day! Become a bird and explore the challenges you might face as you migrate from your winter home to your spring nesting grounds in a life-size board game.

Ages: 6-9 yrs. FREE Course #44637 • Saturday, May 12 • 11:30am-12:30pm

5/12 Water Explorers!

May is Water Safety Month. Join us to learn how water quality of ponds and streams is measured and assessed then test the waters found in Maydale Conservation Park to find out just how the headwaters of Paint Branch Stream and the ponds are doing. Please register all attending this Free Program.

Ages: 5 & up. FREE Course #45474 • Saturday, May 12 • 12:30-1:30pm

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Meadowside Nature Center Nature Center

5100 Meadowside Lane • Rockville, MD 20855 • 301-258-4030 MeadowsideNature.org • Meadowside@MontgomeryParks.org Open Tuesday–Saturday, 9 am–5 pm. Trails open daily dawn to dusk.

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Animal Encounters

Come meet an animal in our lobby!

Ages: 2 & up. FREE Course #46099 • Wednesday, Mar. 7 • 2:30-3pm Course #46100 • Wednesday, Mar. 14 • 2:30-3pm Course #46101 • Wednesday, Mar. 21 • 2:30-3pm Course #46102 • Wednesday, Mar. 28 • 2:30-3pm Course #46103 • Wednesday, Apr. 4 • 2:30-3pm Course #46104 • Wednesday, Apr. 11 • 2:30-3pm Course #46105 • Wednesday, Apr. 18 • 2:30-3pm Course #46106 • Wednesday, Apr. 25 • 2:30-3pm Course #46107 • Wednesday, May 2 • 2:30-3pm Course #46108 • Wednesday, May 9 • 2:30-3pm Course #46109 • Wednesday, May 16 • 2:30-3pm Course #46110 • Wednesday, May 23 • 2:30-3pm Course #46111 • Wednesday, May 30 • 2:30-3pm

Aves y Café: Migración Primaveral en Meadowside

Ven y acompáñanos a observar aves en Meadowside Nature Center durante la migración primaveral. La caminata de observación de aves comenzará con una taza de café amigable para las aves, y aprenderemos sobre los retos que enfrentan durante su migración al Norte. Principiantes son bienvenidos; Trae tus binoculares o usa los nuestros. Habrá chocolate caliente para los que no toman café.

Ages: 12 & up. FREE Course #45820 • Saturday, Mar. 3 • 7:30-9am Course #46155 • Saturday, Mar. 17 • 7:30-9am Course #46156 • Saturday, Mar. 31 • 7:30-9am Course #46157 • Saturday, Apr. 14 • 7:30-9am Course #46158 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 7:30-9am Course #46159 • Saturday, May 26 • 7:30-9am

Birds and Beans: Spring Migration at Meadowside

Come join us at Meadowside Nature Center to look for birds as they return North during their spring migration. Begin this guided bird walk with a fresh brewed cup of bird friendly coffee to learn about the

challenges these migrants face. Beginners welcome; bring your binocular or borrow ours. Hot chocolate will be available for non-coffee drinkers.

Ages: 12 & up. FREE Course #45818 • Saturday, Mar. 3 • 7:30-9am Course #46150 • Saturday, Mar. 17 • 7:30-9am Course #46151 • Saturday, Mar. 31 • 7:30-9am Course #46152 • Saturday, Apr. 14 • 7:30-9am Course #46153 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 7:30-9am Course #46154 • Saturday, May 26 • 7:30-9am

Historias con Otus

¡Ven a escuchar una historia de animales y disfruta la compañia de nuestra mascota, el búho Otus! Traiga su camera para una foto con Otus.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #46112 • Wednesday, Mar. 21 • 11-11:20am Course #46113 • Wednesday, Apr. 4 • 11-11:20am Course #46114 • Wednesday, Apr. 18 • 11-11:20am Course #46115 • Wednesday, May 2 • 11-11:20am Course #46116 • Wednesday, May 16 • 11-11:20am

Raptor Enrichment

Raptors are smart! Come see Meadowside’s resident raptors as they search for food, explore new objects and encounter new experiences. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.

Ages: 2 & up. FREE Course #46059 • Saturday, Mar. 3 • 11:30-11:45am Course #46060 • Saturday, Mar. 10 • 11:30-11:45am Course #46061 • Saturday, Mar. 17 • 11:30-11:45am Course #46062 • Saturday, Mar. 24 • 11:30-11:45am Course #46063 • Saturday, Mar. 31 • 11:30-11:45am Course #46064 • Saturday, Apr. 7 • 11:30-11:45am Course #46065 • Saturday, Apr. 14 • 11:30-11:45am Course #46066 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 11:30-11:45am Course #46067 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 11:30-11:45am Course #46068 • Saturday, May 12 • 11:30-11:45am Course #46069 • Saturday, May 19 • 11:30-11:45am Course #46070 • Saturday, May 26 • 11:30-11:45am

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Observe Meadowside’s resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.

Ages: 2 & up. FREE Course #46071 • Saturday, Mar. 3 • 12-12:20pm Course #46072 • Saturday, Mar. 10 • 12-12:20pm Course #46073 • Saturday, Mar. 17 • 12-12:20pm Course #46074 • Saturday, Mar. 24 • 12-12:20pm Course #46075 • Saturday, Mar. 31 • 12-12:20pm Course #46076 • Saturday, Apr. 7 • 12-12:20pm Course #46077 • Saturday, Apr. 14 • 12-12:20pm Course #46078 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 12-12:20pm Course #46079 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 12-12:20pm Course #46080 • Saturday, May 12 • 12-12:20pm Course #46081 • Saturday, May 19 • 12-12:20pm Course #46082 • Saturday, May 26 • 12-12:20pm Course #46083 • Tuesday, Mar. 27 • 12-12:20pm Course #46084 • Wednesday, Mar. 28 • 12-12:20pm Course #46085 • Thursday, Mar. 29 • 12-12:20pm

Raptor Training

Observe a training session and see how raptors use positive reinforcement to learn new behaviors and concepts. Meet at the Raptor Walkway behind the nature center. Programs are held rain or shine! No registration required. Groups, please call in advance.

Ages: 2 & up. FREE Course #46086 • Wednesday, Mar. 7 • 2-2:15pm Course #46087 • Wednesday, Mar. 14 • 2-2:15pm Course #46088 • Wednesday, Mar. 21 • 2-2:15pm Course #46089 • Wednesday, Mar. 28 • 2-2:15pm Course #46090 • Wednesday, Apr. 4 • 2-2:15pm Course #46091 • Wednesday, Apr. 11 • 2-2:15pm Course #46092 • Wednesday, Apr. 18 • 2-2:15pm Course #46093 • Wednesday, Apr. 25 • 2-2:15pm Course #46094 • Wednesday, May 2 • 2-2:15pm Course #46095 • Wednesday, May 9 • 2-2:15pm Course #46096 • Wednesday, May 16 • 2-2:15pm Course #46097 • Wednesday, May 23 • 2-2:15pm Course #46098 • Wednesday, May 30 • 2-2:15pm

Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org MARCH 2018 3/2 Mindfulness Hike

Join us for an afternoon of mindfulness. Take a mindfulness hike and then reflect on your experience in writing and/or with a visual artistic medium of your choice.

Ages: 12 & up. Fee: $6 Course #46015 • Friday, Mar. 2 • 1:30-3pm

3/2 Meet a Meadowside Raptor

We’ll bring out one of our education ambassadors for an informal discussion of what makes raptors unique in the bird world. Get close-up and personal with one of these magnificent birds.

Ages: 2 & up. FREE Course #46117 • Friday, Mar. 2 • 3-3:30pm

3/13 Nature Explorers: Spring Arrives at Meadowside!

Budding Nature Explorers will experience the outdoors in Spring as we hike, play games, learn about nature, and create crafts together! This eight-week session will foster kids’ curiosity for the world around us while building friendships along the way. Adults must accompany explorers.

Ages: 3-5 yrs. Fee: $72-for all 8 sessions Course #46024 • Tuesdays: Mar. 13, 20; Apr. 3, 10, 17, 24; May 1, 8 • 10-11:30am

3/14 Nature Matters: Edible Landscaping

Ever wondered how you can have your yard and eat it too? Join author and edible landscape designer Michael Judd in an exploration of combining form, function and production in your yard. Judd will lead a virtual tour through edible landscapes designed and created in the D.C. Metro area while unearthing the ABCs of how to make your yard more fruitful. Focus will be on water harvesting for successful growing, outdoor mushroom cultivation, creating herb spirals, starting a food forest, choosing uncommon fruits, and much more. Learn new elements to edible landscaping that move away from just annual garden beds and into approachable designs that graft together ease of care, aesthetics and ecological function. Beer, wine, and sweet and savory snacks will be available as you mingle with your fellow science and nature enthusiasts. Registration required.

Please register early (low registration numbers will cancel program).

Ages: 14 & up. Fee: $8 Course #46038 • Wednesday, Mar. 14 • 6:45-8:15pm

3/15 Introduction to iNaturalist

Bring your cell phone or tablet and learn to use the iNaturalist app and website to record the plants and animals you see and help us document the biodiversity of Meadowside and Rock Creek Regional Park (or anywhere you choose to hike). Join an online community of citizen scientists, photographers, and amateur & professional naturalists and share your photographs and observations.

Ages: 13 & up. FREE Course #46118 • Thursday, Mar. 15 • 2-3pm

3/16 Mindfulness Hike

Join us for an afternoon of mindfulness. Take a mindfulness hike and then reflect on your experience in writing and/or with a visual artistic medium of your choice.

Ages: 12 & up. Fee: $6 Course #46016 • Friday, Mar. 16 • 3:30-5pm

3/17 De Paseo con la Familia a Meadowside Nature Center

Ven y disfruta de un paseo a Meadowside Nature Center para aprender sobre los diferentes ofrecimientos del centro con tu familia. Familias podrán participar en caminatas, tener encuentros cercanos con los animales del centro y disfrutar de actividades y manualidades enfocadas en naturaleza.

Transportación ida y vuelta será ofrecida para participantes. El recogido será a las 9:30am en la estación de metro en Glenmont y serán transportados de vuelta a las 11:30am.*NO se ofrecerán asientos infantiles, por favor llama al centro para cualquier pregunta sobre transportación de menores de 4 años.

Espacios limitados, menores de edad deben de estar acompañados por un adulto, y ambos participantes deben registrarse vía internet.

Edades: 3 en adelante. GRATIS Course #46012 • Saturday, Mar. 17 • 9:30-11:30am

3/21 Tyke Hike: Animals from Eggs

Come discover the bustling world around the Nature Center. Take a nature mini-hike and make a craft to take home.

Ages: 2-4 yrs. Fee: $5 Course #46025 • Wednesday, Mar. 21 • 10:30-11:30am

3/22 Bienvenidos Pájaros Bebés

Bienvenidos jóvenes naturalistas a la primera de una serie de 4 programas sobre animales bebés. ¡Llegó la primavera! Los pájaros regresan a sus nidos y pajaritos van a nacer. Vamos a jugar para aprender sobre los pajaritos y caminar en el parque para observar la llegada de primavera. *Recibirás 1 programa gratis si te registras para la serie completa de 4 programas* llame a 301-258-4030 Edades: 3 en adelante. Fee: Gratis Course #46039 • Thursday, Mar. 22 • 10:15-11:30am

3/24 Cell Phone Wildlife Hike

Join our Naturalist on a hike to practice your wildlife photography skills using just your cell phone. You will have an opportunity to learn how to use your cell phone for wildlife photography. We will go out and take pictures and you will get pointers and feedback of your photos from our naturalist whose photos have been published in different media outlets that promote wildlife conservation.

Ages: 8 & up. FREE Course #46005 • Saturday, Mar. 24 • 9-10:30am

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Search for real eggs in our meadow, then dye and decorate the eggs you find. Enjoy other springthemed activities throughout the event as well.

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It's spring, and there are edible and medicinal plants all around us! Native people of the Chesapeake watershed hunted, gathered wild foods, and grew crops, such as the Three Sisters' corns, beans, and squash. Join us on a morning hike around Meadowside to explore plant life essential to Native American communities. Afterwards, we will enjoy a campfire meal, including herbal tea, beans, and corncakes. This program is bilingual./Este programa es bilingüe Ages: 2 & up. Fee: $8 Course #46712. Saturday March 24 10-11:30am

3/26 ¡Bienvenidos a la Primavera!

¡Llegó la primavera! Ven a Meadowside Nature Center para darle la bienvenida a los animales y plantas que se refugiaban durante invierno. Participarás en juegos y actividades para conocer las criaturas en su regreso a los senderos del centro.

Además, observaremos las plantas y sus flores mientras despiertan de su larga siesta. ¡Exploremos juntos! Escoja entre medio dia o dia entero. *Reducción de tarifas de 50% es posible-por favor llame a 301-258-4030.

Ages: 6-10 yrs. Fee: $100 Course #44284 • Lunes, Mar. 26-Jueves, Mar. 29 • 9am-12pm • $100 Course #44285 • Lunes, Mar. 26-Jueves, Mar. 29 • 9am-3:30pm • $200

3/29 Meet a Meadowside Raptor

We’ll bring out one of our education ambassadors for an informal discussion of what makes raptors unique in

the bird world. Get close-up and personal with one of these magnificent birds.

Ages: 2 & up. FREE Course #46119 • Thursday, Mar. 29 • 11:30am-12pm

3/30 Egg Hunt

Search for real eggs in our meadow, then dye and decorate the eggs you find using natural dyes. Enjoy other spring-themed activities throughout the event as well. Fun for the entire family! Don't forget to bring a basket to collect your eggs. Reservations are required (we want to be sure we have enough eggs for all!). If sessions are full, we may not accept walk-ins.

Ages: 2-12 yrs. Fee: $8 Course #46050 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 10-10:30am Course #46051 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 10:30-11am Course #46052 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 11-11:30am Course #46053 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 11:30am-12pm Course #46054 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 12-12:30pm Course #46055 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 12:30-1pm Course #46056 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 1-1:30pm Course #46057 • Friday, Mar. 30 • 1:30-2pm

3/31 Eco Stewards

Suit up in your long pants and long sleeves and help us remove non-native plants from our park while getting some exercise! As an Eco Steward, you will join the effort to improve ecological balance by preserving native plants. Bring leather work gloves or borrow ours; wear closed-toed shoes. SSL-approved. Registration required.

Ages: 8 & up. FREE Course #46021 • Saturday, Mar. 31 • 9:30-10:30am

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Bienvenidos jóvenes naturalistas a la segunda de una serie de 4 programas sobre animales bebés. Es primavera y los anfibios comienzan su ciclo fascinante de huevo a adulto. Vamos a jugar, conocer un anfibio residente de Meadowside y caminar con cuidado por los senderos para buscar sapos, ranas y salamandras.

Edades: 3 en adelante. Fee: $4 Course #46040 • Thursday, Apr. 5 • 10:15-11:30am

4/6 Compost Workshop & Bin Distribution Event

Drop-by during program hours to learn why you should compost, how to get started, and why composting is a better way to recycle yard trimmings. County Recycling Specialists will be on site to answer questions. Apply what you've learned with a free compost bin to take home. We'll have an activity or two for children, also!

Bins are available to Montgomery County, Maryland residents only.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #46026 • Friday, Apr. 6 • 4-7pm

4/7 Fotografía de Vida Silvestre con Celular

Acompáñanos en una caminata para que aprendas como utilizar tu celular al máximo para fotografiar vida silvestre. Saldremos a tomar fotos alrededor del

parque y recibirás consejos de nuestro experimentado naturalista de cómo aplicar diferentes técnicas de fotografía para ayudarte a capturar mejores fotos de las especies de animales que nos encontremos durante la caminata.

Ages: 8 & up. FREE Course #46006 • Saturday, Apr. 7 • 9-10:30am

4/11 Tyke Hike: Mud Studs

Come discover the bustling world around the Nature Center. Take a nature mini-hike and make a craft to take home.

Ages: 2-4 yrs. Fee: $5 Course #46147 • Wednesday, Apr. 11 • 10:30-11:30am

4/11 Nature Matters: African Penguin Conservation

The Species Survival Plan (SSP) program was developed in 1981 by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums to help ensure the survival of selected species in the wild. Join keepers from the Maryland Zoo for a general introduction to the SSP program and its specific application in African Penguin conservation. One of the program ‘participants’ (that’s right, a penguin!) will be present. Beer, wine, and sweet and savory snacks will be available as you mingle with your fellow science and nature enthusiasts. Registration required. Please register early (low registration numbers will cancel program).

Ages: 14 & up. Fee: $10 Course #46210 • Wednesday, Apr. 11 • 6:15-7:30pm

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Bienvenidos jóvenes naturalistas a la tercera de una serie de 4 programas sobre animales bebés. ¿Sabes que los reptiles bebés nacen de huevos, igual que los pajaritos? Vamos a jugar, conocer unos reptiles residentes de Meadowside y caminar en el parque para explorar el hábitat de tortugas, lagartos y culebras.

Edades: 3 en adelante. Fee: $4 Course #46044 • Thursday, Apr. 12 • 10:15-11:30am

4/12 Birding and Binocular Basics (Intro to Birding)

Do you want to get started birding but don't know what binoculars to buy? Unsure which field guide is best? Or do you have some old binoculars and need to figure out why they won't focus or the difference between those three different blue birds you might see on the feeder? An informal discussion of optics, field guides, and common local birds and a short walk with a Meadowside naturalist to practice your new skills.

Ages: 14 & up. Fee: $6 Course #46120 • Thursday, Apr. 12 • 11am-12:30pm

4/13 Sounds of Spring Campfre

Chirp, howl, squeak, growl. Help tell a story using the sounds of the spring night. Afterwards, we'll enjoy a toasty treat around the campfire. All participants must register and pay fee.

Ages: 3 & up. Fee: $5 Course #46028 • Friday, Apr. 13 • 7-7:45pm

4/14 Eco Stewards

Suit up in your long pants and long sleeves and help us remove non-native plants from our park while getting some exercise! As an Eco Steward, you will join the effort to improve ecological balance by preserving native plants. Bring leather work gloves or borrow ours; wear closed-toed shoes. SSL-approved. Registration required.

Ages: 8 & up. FREE Course #46022 • Saturday, Apr. 14 • 9:30-10:30am

4/14 Introduction to eBird

eBird is a great tool to help you organize all your bird observations, and learn about all the birds that are around you. Join an online community of citizen scientists and share your observations while helping to conserve birds! Bring your cell phone or tablet and learn to use the eBird app and website to record the birds you see during a short birding hike at Meadowside Nature Center.

Ages: 13 & up. FREE Course #46014 • Saturday, Apr. 14 • 9:30-11am

4/19 Bienvenidos Mamíferos Bebés

Bienvenidos jóvenes naturalistas a la cuarta de una serie de 4 programas sobre animales bebés. El zorro cuida sus crías, los cervatos se esconden en las hojas y las ardillas cuidan un gran nido. Vamos a jugar para aprender sobre varios mamíferos. Caminaremos en los senderos para observar y respetar estos animales en su hábitat.

Edades: 3 en adelante. Fee: $4 Course #46045 • Thursday, Apr. 19 • 10:15-11:30am

4/19 Don’t be a Litterbug!

Come celebrate Earth Day a few days early by learning about some of nature’s most important recyclers— insects! We will meet an insect up-close and create our own insects out of recycled materials.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #46020 • Thursday, Apr. 19 • 12-1pm

4/19 Identifcation of Maryland Diurnal Raptors

Twenty-one species of diurnal raptors have been recorded in Maryland, with thirteen of those seen each year during local fall migration. Though less colorful than songbirds, raptor species can be readily identified once the observer knows what traits, field marks, and behaviors to look for. We will break down the four families to give participants a general understanding of the key features and qualities to identify a bird at least to the genus level, with additional pointers for refining their identification to species. A brief overview of various raptor field guides will also be included.

Ages: 13 & up. Fee: $12 Course #46121 • Thursday, Apr. 19 • 6:30-8:30pm

4/19 Frog Watch with DEP

Interested in learning about frogs and toads, their calls, and learning about frogs and toads that call Montgomery County home? Want to participate in a citizen science program that is fundamental to collecting long-term data on the nation's frogs and toads?

This is your opportunity! The Montgomery County FrogWatch chapter is getting ready to kick off 2018 season and will host a training session to introduce people to frogs native to Montgomery County and information about FrogWatch.

1st Classroom training will take place on Wednesday, February 7, 2018 from 6:30pm to 8pm at 255 Rockville Pike, suite 120, Rockville, MD 20850.

Thursday April 19th at Sunset will be a field training at Meadowside Nature Center.

All Ages. FREE Course# 47438 • Thursday, April 19 • Sunset Email or call Ana Arriaza to register: Ana.arriaza@montgomerycountymd.gov or 240-777-7778.

4/21 Native Plant and Sustainable Gardening Workshop

Want to garden with native plants? Join us for a morning workshop where we will discuss how to do just that. Each participant will receive two native plants to get them started. We will also provide pointers on sustainable gardening for your non-native and vegetable gardens.

Ages: 12 & up. FREE Course #46034 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 9:30-11am

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While fall hawk watching is better known, with notable historic eastern sites at Hawk Mountain, Pennsylvania, and Cape May, New Jersey, Fort Smallwood Park, in northern Anne Arundel County, is likely the best spot along the entire East Coast for observing spring raptor migration. Plan to join Meadowside naturalists and hawk watch volunteers for a day trip to this Audubondesignated Important Bird Area—to hone our raptor ID skills and count the migrants as they migrate to northern breeding grounds. Identification tips and transportation provided; bring binoculars, lunch, water, sunscreen, and a portable lawn chair for more comfortable viewing.

Ages: 13 & up. Fee: $30 Course #46122 • Saturday, Apr. 21 • 8:30am-4pm

4/24 Busy Bees

Spend the morning learning about different kinds of bees and how they help humans every day! We will make houses for our busy bee neighbors and go on a short hike in search of bees. Registration required.

Ages: 3 & up. Fee: $6 Course #46019 • Tuesday, Apr. 24 • 10-11am

4/27 Spring Ephemerals Wildfower Walk

We’ll hike a short loop trail through the woods and along the creek at Meadowside Nature Center to look for bloodroot, mayapple, pennywort, dwarf ginseng, showy orchis, and other spring wildflowers.

Ages: 13 & up. FREE Course #46148 • Friday, Apr. 27 • 1-2pm

4/28 Rana sana y sapo guapo

Qué sana la rana, comiendo proteína de insectos. ¡Qué guapo el sapo, gordito y lleno de chichones! Hay tanto que apreciar de ranas y sapos. Su población indica el bienestar del planeta, entonces honramos estos anfibios para el Día de Conservar las Ranas. Vamos a jugar, hacer artesanía y caminar en el parque para observarlos en su hábitat.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #46046 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 10-11:15am

4/28 BSA Merit Badge: Environmental Science Get a taste of what it is like to be an environmental scientist by making observations and carrying out experiments to investigate the natural world. Bring lunch and a refillable water bottle.

Ages: 10-17 yrs. Fee: $50 Course #46035 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 10am-2:30pm

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4/28 Water Monitoring Workshop

Learn why we care about stream health and how to monitor it (chemically, physically, and biologically). As part of this workshop, we will get out into the stream and do some hands-on monitoring. So, wear boots or waterproof shoes and clothes that can get wet. This is an SSL-approved program. Registration required.

Ages: 14 & up. FREE Course #46017 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 11am-1pm

4/28 Frog vs Toad: What's the diference?

Come join us for Save the Frogs Day! We will have a special presentation to learn about the differences between frogs and toads, and find out why they are so important. After the presentation we will go on a walk in the woods at night to search for our slimy friends and we will end our adventure with some roasted marshmallows around a campfire.

Ages: 6 & up. Fee: $6 Course #46008 • Saturday, Apr. 28 • 7:30-8:30pm

MAY 2018 5/5 Raptor Festival

Experience the thrill of seeing real owls, hawks, eagles and other predators up close and face to face!

Explore the world of these beautiful birds through all kinds of games and crafts, flight demonstrations and presentations from local experts. Our mascot Otus the Owl will be there to greet you, too! Don't forget your camera! No registration required. No dogs (except service dogs) allowed at festival site.

Ages: 2 & up. FREE Course #46049 • Saturday, May 5 • 12-4pm

5/9 Tyke Hike: Frog and Toad

Come discover the bustling world around the Nature Center. Take a nature mini-hike and make a craft to take home.

Ages: 2-4 yrs. Fee: $5 Course #46047 • Wednesday, May 9 • 10:30-11:30am

5/12 Aves van de viaje

Vamos a celebrar el Día Mundial de las Aves Migratorias en Meadowside. Patos, mascaritas, zorzales y muchos especies más vuelan por Maryland durante su largo e importante viaje. Ven a conocer nuestros aves residentes y a jugar para aprender sobre la migración.

Caminaremos en el hábitat de estos pájaros aquí en el parque Rock Creek.

Edades: 3 en adelante. GRATIS Course #46048 • Saturday, May 12 • 10-11:15am

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Drop in between the program hours to create a natureinspired card for Mom, or another someone special!

Ages: 3 & up. Fee: $2 Course #46036 • Saturday, May 12 • 10:30-11:30am

5/12 Montgomery County Birding Big Day

Join us for Migratory Bird Day! Participate in a Birding Big Day and find out how many birds we can see as we travel along birding hotspots around Montgomery County. Transportation and snacks will be provided.

Beginners welcome; bring your binocular or borrow ours.

Ages: 12 & up. Fee: $20 Course #46149 • Saturday, May 12 • 8am-4pm

5/16 Nature Matters: the Latest on Lyme

Living in the mid-Atlantic, it’s almost impossible for Lyme disease not to affect someone we know or maybe even ourselves. Join Dr. John Aucott, director of the Johns Hopkins Lyme Disease Clinical Research Center, for a discussion of his 15+ years of research on the crippling effects of Lyme disease, as well as today's prospects for prevention, diagnosis, and treatment.

The lifecycle of the black-legged tick and the role of carriers of the disease will also be covered. Beer, wine,

and sweet and savory snacks will be available as you mingle with your fellow science and nature enthusiasts.

Registration required. Please register early (low registration numbers will cancel program).

Ages: 14 & up. Fee: $8 Course #46037 • Wednesday, May 16 • 6:45-8:15pm

5/18 Fogata: Encuentro con la Fauna Nocturna

Cuando nos acostamos a dormir es solo el comienzo del día para muchos de los residentes de Meadowside Nature Center. Ven y visita el centro para un recorrido en la noche y participa en una charla sobre la contaminación lumínica y los efectos que tiene sobre la biodiversidad. Terminaremos la aventura frente a una fogata donde comeremos un delicioso dulce. Recuerda traer tu linterna y curiosidad!

Ages: 3 & up. Fee: $6 Course #46011 • Friday, May 18 • 7:30-8:30pm

5/19 Introduction to eButterfy

Ever seen a butterfly flutter by and wonder what it was? Come learn how to identify common, local butterfly species and help scientists by recording your observations in eButterfly! We will take a short butterfly hike to test our identification skills.

Ages: 12 & up. FREE Course #46209 • Saturday, May 19 • 11am-12:30pm

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Poison Ivy (Toxicodendron radicans; PI) is widespread and toxic, with exposure causing an uncomfortable blistering and itching rash in many people that can be severe. Properly identifying poison ivy can be difficult.

Uncertainty about successfully recognizing poison ivy and fear or anxiety about the rash leads many people to avoid the outdoors. The best method for learning to live with it and to prevent poison ivy contact or rash is to learn the facts about it and actually go outside and practice recognizing it. We will share and learn from others' personal PI experiences, dispel some myths about PI, take a hike to learn to recognize some of its local forms and favorite places, and explore some of the options available to ease the itch if you ever do get into it.

Ages: 3 & up. FREE Course #46146 • Saturday, May 19 • 1-2pm

5/19 Introduction to Wildlife Photography

5/26 Eco Stewards

Suit up in your long pants and long sleeves and help us remove non-native plants from our park while getting some exercise! As an Eco Steward, you will join the effort to improve ecological balance by preserving native plants. Bring leather work gloves or borrow ours; wear closed-toed shoes. SSL-approved. Registration required.

Ages: 8 & up. FREE Course #46023 • Saturday, May 26 • 9:30-10:30am

5/26 Introduction to eButterfy

Ever seen a butterfly flutter by and wonder what it was? Come learn how to identify common, local butterfly species and help scientists by recording your observations in eButterfly! We will take a short butterfly hike to test our identification skills.

Ages: 12 & up. FREE Course #46018 • Saturday, May 26 • 11am-12:30pm

Join us for an introduction to wildlife photography. You will have an opportunity to learn the Do’s and Dont’s of this field from our naturalist, who’s photos have been published in different media outlets that promote wildlife conservation. Bring your camera (big or small) to go out and take pictures after the presentation where we will put all the skills learned to practice by taking pictures in the field, and of some of our animals from our live animal exhibits.

Ages: 8 & up. Fee: $12 Course #46007 • Saturday, May 19 • 3:30-6:30pm

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SPRING 2018 EVENTS AND IMPORTANT DATES: Open for public skating all through the Spring except for these dates: Rinks Closed: April 1 May 26, 27, 28 Spring Ice Shows: Cabin John - April 14, 6:30 pm Wheaton - April 7, 6:15pm Mother’s Day Skate May 13

Sweetheart Skate Cabin John - February 10 Wheaton - February 9 Hockey Weekend February 16 - 18 Shamrock Skate March 16, 4:45-6:15 pm Spring Break Camp March 26-30 School’s out Skate Days See Page 176

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This skating class is for children between the ages of 3-5. Skaters will learn how to march followed by a long glide, dip while moving, backward wiggles, forward two-foot swizzles, beginning snowplow stop, and a two-foot hop in place. Fee includes rental skates and a practice card good for six public skate sessions for the skater to practice skills. Equipment Required: Helmet & Gloves.

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Prerequisite: Passed Snowplow Sam 2.

This class is for skaters ages 3-5. Skaters will learn forward skating, forward one-foot glides, forward and backward swizzles, a snowplow stop, and curves. Fee includes skate rental and a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

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6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Sunday, Apr. 29 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3 Thursday, May 3

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Sunday, Apr. 29 Sunday, Apr. 29 Thursday, May 3

Montgomery Parks: Part of the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission

4:15-4:45 pm 12:45-1:15 pm 2:30-3 pm 12-12:30 pm 2:30-3 pm 4-4:30 pm 1:30-2 pm 4-4:30 pm 1:30-2 pm 4-4:30 pm 2-2:30 pm 5:15-5:45 pm 10:45-11:15 am 11-11:30 am 1:15-1:45 pm 3-3:30 pm 5:45-6:15 pm

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Snowplow Sam 4 Ice Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Snowplow Sam 3 This class is for skaters ages 3-5. Skaters will learn forward skating, backward two-foot glide, backward swizzles, rocking horse, two-foot turns from forward to backward in place, and a two-foot hop. Fee includes skate rental and a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

Equipment Required: Helmet & Gloves.

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3-5 yrs 3-5 yrs 3-5 yrs 3-5 yrs 3-5 yrs 3-5 yrs 3-5 yrs 3-5 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

Wheaton Ice Arena 44817 44813 44814 44815 44816 44812

3-5 yrs 3-5 yrs 3-5 yrs 3-5 yrs 3-5 yrs 3-5 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3

4:15-4:45 pm 1:15-1:45 pm 3-3:30 pm 11:30 am-12 pm 4:30-5 pm 1:30-2 pm 4:30-5 pm 1:30-2 pm

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Sunday, Apr. 29 Thursday, May 3

2-2:30 pm 5:15-5:45 pm 10:45-11:15 am 1:15-1:45 pm 3-3:30 pm 5:45-6:15 pm

Basic Skills 1-6

Basic Skills classes teach the fundamentals of skating.

The six levels of the program introduce these fundamental moves: forward skating, backwards skating, stops, edges, crossovers, and turns. Upon completion of Basic Skills 1-6, skaters will have a basic knowledge of the sport, enabling them to advance to more specialized types of skating.

Basic 1 Ice Skating

This class is for beginner skaters ages 6-12. Skaters will learn how to sit on the ice and stand up, march forward across the ice, forward two-foot glide, dip, forward swizzles, backward wiggles, beginning snowplow stops, and a two-foot hop. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.Helmet & gloves are strongly recommended.

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6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

Wheaton Ice Arena

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3

44820 6-12 yrs 6 Classes $102 Friday, Apr. 27 44821 6-12 yrs 6 Classes $102 Friday, Apr. 27 44822 6-12 yrs 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

4:15-4:45 pm 6:15-6:45 pm 9:15-9:45 am 1:15-1:45 pm 3-3:30 pm 11:30 am-12 pm 3-3:30 pm 4-4:30 pm 4:30-5 pm 4:30-5 pm 4-4:30 pm 4:15-4:45 pm 5:45-6:15 pm 10:45-11:15 am

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6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs 6-12 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Saturday, Apr. 28 11:45 am-12:15 pm Saturday, Apr. 28 1-1:30 pm Sunday, Apr. 29 1:15-1:45 pm Sunday, Apr. 29 11:30 am-12 pm Sunday, Apr. 29 2:15-2:45 pm Sunday, Apr. 29 3:30-4 pm Thursday, May 3 5:15-5:45 pm Thursday, May 3 6:30-7 pm

Basic 2 Ice Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 1 or Snowplow Sam 4.

This class is for skaters ages 4-12. Skaters will learn forward one-foot glides, backward two-foot glide, rocking horse, scooter pushes, backward swizzles, a two-foot turn from forward to backward in place, and a moving snowplow stop. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class. Helmet & gloves are strongly recommended.

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4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

Wheaton Ice Arena 44831 44832 44833 44834 44835 44836 44837 44838 44839 44829 44830

4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3

4:15-4:45 pm 6:15-6:45 pm 9:15-9:45 am 1:15-1:45 pm 3-3:30 pm 11:30 am-12 pm 3-3:30 pm 4-4:30 pm 4:30-5 pm 4:30-5 pm 4-4:30 pm

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 4:15-4:45 pm Friday, Apr. 27 5:45-6:15 pm Saturday, Apr. 28 10:45-11:15 am Saturday, Apr. 28 11:45 am-12:15 pm Saturday, Apr. 28 1-1:30 pm Sunday, Apr. 29 11:30 am-12 pm Sunday, Apr. 29 1:15-1:45 pm Sunday, Apr. 29 2:15-2:45 pm Sunday, Apr. 29 3:30-4 pm Thursday, May 3 5:15-5:45 pm Thursday, May 3 6:30-7 pm

Basic 3 Ice Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 2.

Skaters will learn forward stroking, forward halfswizzle pumps on a circle, moving forward to backward two-foot turns, backward one-foot glides, backward snowplow stop, forward slaloms, and forward pivot. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

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4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30

4:15-4:45 pm 6:15-6:45 pm 9:15-9:45 am 12:15-12:45 pm 2-2:30 pm 12:30-1 pm 2-2:30 pm 4-4:30 pm

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Wheaton Ice Arena

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4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

5-5:30 pm 5-5:30 pm 4:30-5 pm

Friday, Apr. 27 4:15-4:45 pm Friday, Apr. 27 5:15-5:45 pm Saturday, Apr. 28 10:45-11:15 am Saturday, Apr. 28 11:45 am-12:15 pm Saturday, Apr. 28 1-1:30 pm Sunday, Apr. 29 11:30 am-12 pm Sunday, Apr. 29 1:15-1:45 pm Sunday, Apr. 29 3:30-4 pm Thursday, May 3 4:45-5:15 pm Thursday, May 3 6:30-7 pm

Wheaton Ice Arena 44858 44859 44861 44860 44862 44857

4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Sunday, Apr. 29 Thursday, May 3 Thursday, May 3

4:15-4:45 pm 11:15-11:45 am 1:45-2:15 pm 12:30-1 pm 4:45-5:15 pm 6:30-7 pm

Basic 6 Ice Skating

Basic 4 Ice Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 5.

Skaters will learn forward inside three-turns, moving backward to forward two-foot turns on a circle, backward stroking, T-stop, bunny hops, forward spiral on a straight line, beginning one-foot spin, and shoot the duck. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

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Prerequisite: Passed Basic 3.

Skaters will learn forward outside and inside edges on a circle (R and L), forward crossovers, backward half-swizzle pumps on a circle, backward one-foot glides, beginning two-foot spin, and forward edges. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

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4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

Wheaton Ice Arena

44851 44852 44853 44855 44854 44856 44850

4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3

4:15-4:45 pm 9:15-9:45 am 12:15-12:45 pm 2-2:30 pm 12:30-1 pm 2-2:30 pm 4:30-5 pm 5-5:30 pm 5-5:30 pm 4:30-5 pm

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Sunday, Apr. 29 Thursday, May 3 Thursday, May 3

4:15-4:45 pm 5:15-5:45 pm 10:45-11:15 am 1:45-2:15 pm 12:30-1 pm 4:45-5:15 pm 6:30-7 pm

Basic 5 Ice Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 4.

Skaters will learn backward outside and inside edges on a circle (R and L), backward crossovers, forward outside three turns, advanced two-foot spin, hockey stop, and side toe hop. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

Cabin John Ice Rink

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4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3

4:15-4:45 pm 9:15-9:45 am 12:15-12:45 pm 2-2:30 pm 12:30-1 pm 2-2:30 pm 4:30-5 pm 5-5:30 pm 5-5:30 pm 4:30-5 pm

Ice Skating

45135 4-12 yrs 6 Classes $102 Tuesday, May 1 45137 4-12 yrs 6 Classes $102 Wednesday, May 2 45138 4-12 yrs 6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

Cabin John Ice Rink 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 6-12 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 5 Classes

Wheaton Ice Arena 44864 44865 44866 44863

4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs 4-12 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$153 $153 $153 $153 $153 $153 $295

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Thursday, May 3 Monday, Mar. 26

5:30-6:15 pm 8:30-9:15 am 3:30-4:15 pm 1-1:45 pm 5-5:45 pm 5-5:45 pm 9 am-5 pm

$102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Thursday, May 3

4:15-4:45 pm 11:15-11:45 am 1:45-2:15 pm 7-7:30 pm

Spring Break Ice Skating Camp

This full-day camp is for all, from absolute beginners to up-and-coming ice skating stars. Campers will skate twice every day in the morning and afternoon including a 30 minute ice skating lesson taught by a professional instructor and ice time during the public session to practice the skills learned. Lesson groups will be divided based on age and skating ability and skaters will be evaluated at the end of the week to determine their current skating level. Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll also do lots of fun indoor and outdoor off-ice activities, including stretching and fun fitness activities! Please bring comfortable athletic shoes, a nonperishable lunch (no nut products please), snack and water bottle each day. Rental skates will be provided, if needed.

Cabin John Ice Rink 37787 6-12 yrs 5 Days

Wheaton Ice Arena 37787 6-12 yrs 5 Days

$295 Monday, Mar. 26

9 am-5 pm

$295 Monday, Mar. 26

9 am-5 pm

Homeschool Basic 1 Ice Skating

This class is for beginner skaters ages 6-12. Skaters will learn how to sit on the ice and stand up, march forward across the ice, forward two-foot glide, dip, forward swizzles, backward wiggles, beginning snowplow stops, and a two-foot hop. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class. Helmet & gloves are strongly recommended.

Cabin John Ice Rink

45251 6-12 yrs 6 Classes $102 Friday, Apr. 27

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Skate Day Schedule your troop fora

Saturday program llhat will incl'ude coaching a bout ke s.afety, a skating less011, and admission to a public session.

Progirarns !Jill b~ h~ld on select Saturday from 10:30 am - 2:00 pm. Fee is $20/soout

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Homeschool Basic 2 Ice Skating Terapeutic Ice Skating 2 Prerequisite: Passed Basic 1 or Snowplow Sam 4.

This class is for skaters ages 4-12. Skaters will learn forward one-foot glides, backward two-foot glide, rocking horse, scooter pushes, backward swizzles, a two-foot turn from forward to backward in place, and a moving snowplow stop. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class. Helmet & gloves are strongly recommended.

Cabin John Ice Rink

45252 4-12 yrs 6 Classes $102 Friday, Apr. 27

2-2:30 pm

Homeschool Basic 3 Ice Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 2.

Skaters will learn forward stroking, forward half-swizzle pumps on a circle, moving forward to backward two-foot turns, backward one-foot glides, backward snowplow stop, forward slaloms, and forward pivot. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

Cabin John Ice Rink

45253 4-12 yrs 6 Classes $102 Friday, Apr. 27

2-2:30 pm

Homeschool Basic 4 Ice Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 3.

Skaters will learn forward outside and inside edges on a circle (R and L), forward crossovers, backward halfswizzle pumps on a circle, backward one-foot glides, beginning two-foot spin, and forward lunges. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

Cabin John Ice Rink

45254 4-12 yrs 6 Classes $102 Friday, Apr. 27

2:30-3 pm

Homeschool Basic 5 Ice Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 4.

Skaters will learn backward outside and inside edges on a circle (R and L), backward crossovers, forward outside three turns, advanced two-foot spin, hockey stop, and side toe hop. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

Cabin John Ice Rink

45255 4-12 yrs 6 Classes $102 Friday, Apr. 27

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Terapeutic Ice Skating 1

45285 5-17 yrs 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

Cabin John Ice Rink

45286 5-17 yrs 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

8-8:30 am

Teen and Adult Classes

Teen and adult classes are designed for skaters ages 12 & up. Classes teach proper skating techniques, promote physical fitness, and improve balance and coordination. Skaters will be challenged and motivated as they progress through the programâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s four levels.

If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for a fun and exciting way to get (or stay!) healthy and fit, this skating program is custom made for you.

Teen & Adult 1 Ice Skating

This class is for beginning skaters age 12 and up.

Skaters will learn falling and recovery, forward skating, two foot glide, forward swizzles, rocking horse, dip, snowplow stop, forward one-foot glides, slalom, backward skating, backward swizzles, and two-foot turns in place. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for public sessions to practice skills learned in class. Helmets are strongly recommended.

Cabin John Ice Rink

45256 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Saturday, Apr. 28 45263 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Thursday, May 3 45265 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Thursday, May 3

Wheaton Ice Arena

44868 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 44869 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Sunday, Apr. 29 44867 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

8:30-9:15 am 12:45-1:30 pm 7:45-8:30 pm 10:45-11:15 am 1:15-1:45 pm 7:30-8 pm

Teen & Adult 2 Ice Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Teen & Adult 1.

Skaters will learn forward stroking, forward half swizzle pumps on a circle, moving two-foot turns on a curve, backward skating to a long two-foot glide, forward pivot, forward chasses on a circle, and backward snowplow stops. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for public sessions to practice skills learned in class.

Cabin John Ice Rink

Ages 18 and under. This beginning ice skating class is for people with cognitive and/or developmental disabilities who want to learn how to ice skate. Skaters will learn proper technique to fall on the ice and recover, skate forward, and stop safely. Helmets are strongly recommended.

Cabin John Ice Rink

Ages 18 and under. This skating class is for people with cognitive and/or developmental disabilities who have previous skating experience. Skaters will learn basic skills including skating forward, gliding on one foot, & skating backwards. Helmets are strongly recommended.

45257 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Saturday, Apr. 28 45264 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Thursday, May 3 45266 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Thursday, May 3

Wheaton Ice Arena

44871 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 44872 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Sunday, Apr. 29 44870 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

8:30-9:15 am 12:45-1:30 pm 7:45-8:30 pm 10:45-11:15 am 1:15-1:45 pm 7:30-8 pm

8-8:30 am

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Prerequisite: Passed Teen & Adult 2.

Skaters will learn forward edges on a circle, forward crossovers, backward one-foot glides, backward half swizzle pumps on a circle, and hockey stops. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for public sessions to practice skills learned in class.

Cabin John Ice Rink

45258 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Saturday, Apr. 28 45261 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Thursday, May 3 45267 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Thursday, May 3

Wheaton Ice Arena

44874 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 44875 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Sunday, Apr. 29 44873 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

8:30-9:15 am 12-12:45 pm 8:30-9:15 pm 11:15-11:45 am 2:15-2:45 pm 7:30-8 pm

Teen & Adult 4 Ice Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Teen & Adult 3.

Skaters will learn forward outside three-turns, backward outside & inside edges, backward crossovers, forward swing rolls, and beginning two-foot spin. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for public sessions to practice skills learned in class.

Cabin John Ice Rink

45259 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Saturday, Apr. 28 45262 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Thursday, May 3 45268 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Thursday, May 3

Wheaton Ice Arena

44877 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 44878 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Sunday, Apr. 29 44876 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

8:30-9:15 am 12-12:45 pm 8:30-9:15 pm 11:15-11:45 am 2:15-2:45 pm 7:30-8 pm

Teen & Adult Advanced Ice Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Teen & Adult 4.

This class will learn more progressive skating skills and will also include advanced forward and backward crossovers, forward inside three turns, forward outside to inside change of edge, T-stop, lunge, and two-foot to one-foot spins. Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for public sessions to practice the skills learned in class.

Cabin John Ice Rink

45260 12 & up 6 Classes $153 Saturday, Apr. 28

Wheaton Ice Arena

44880 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 44879 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

Pre Free Skate

Ice Skating

Teen & Adult 3 Ice Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 6.

Skaters will learn forward inside open mohawk, backward outside edge to forward outside edge transition on a circle, ballet jump, backward crossovers to backward outside edge glides, combination step sequences, one-foot upright spin, mazurka, and waltz jump. Fee includes skate rental (if needed) plus a practice card good for admission to public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

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5 & up 5 & up 5 & up 5-12 yrs 5 & up 5 & up

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

Wheaton Ice Arena 44882 44883 44884 44881

5 & up 5 & up 5 & up 5 & up

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$153 $153 $153 $153 $153 $153

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Thursday, May 3

5:30-6:15 pm 8:30-9:15 am 3:30-4:15 pm 1-1:45 pm 5-5:45 pm 5-5:45 pm

$102 $102 $102 $102

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Thursday, May 3

4:45-5:15 pm 11:15-11:45 am 1:45-2:15 pm 7-7:30 pm

Free Skate 1

Prerequisite: Passed Pre Free Skate.

Learn forward power stroking, forward outside & inside consecutive edges, backward outside three turns, upright one-foot spin from back crossovers, half flip, toe loop, and waltz jump combinations. Fee includes skate rental (if needed) plus a practice card good for admission to public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

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5 & up 5 & up 5 & up 5 & up 5 & up 5 & up

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$153 $153 $153 $153 $153 $153

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Thursday, May 3

5:30-6:15 pm 10:30-11:15 am 3:30-4:15 pm 1-1:45 pm 6-6:45 pm 6-6:45 pm

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 6 Classes $102 Sunday, Apr. 29 6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

11:15-11:45 am 1:45-2:15 pm 7-7:30 pm

Wheaton Ice Arena 44886 5 & up 44887 5 & up 44885 5 & up

8:30-9:15 am 11:15-11:45 am 7:30-8 pm

Free Skate Classes

The Free Skate levels are designed to give skaters a strong foundation on which to build their skills.

At this point, skaters can choose to pursue either a recreational or a competitive track in figure skating.

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Cabin John Ice Rink 45246 5 & up 45244 5 & up 45245 5 & up

6 Classes $153 Saturday, Apr. 28 6 Classes $153 Monday, Apr. 30 6 Classes $153 Thursday, May 3

10:30-11:15 am 6:45-7:30 pm 6:45-7:30 pm

Wheaton Ice Arena 44895 5 & up 44896 5 & up 44894 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 11:45 am-12:15 pm 6 Classes $102 Sunday, Apr. 29 2:15-2:45 pm 6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3 7-7:30 pm

Free Skate 5

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 4.

Skaters will learn backward power three turns, five step Mohawk sequence, camel spin, waltz jump/loop jump combination, lutz, and loop/loop jump combination.

Fee includes skate rental (if needed) plus a practice card good for admission to public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

Free Skate 2

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 1.

Skaters will learn basic back outside and back inside consecutive edges, forward outside and inside spirals on an axis, backward inside three turns, beginning back spin, half lutz, and Salchow. Fee includes skate rental (if needed) plus a practice card good for admission to public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

Merry Go

Round

Cabin John Ice Rink 45240 5 & up 45238 5 & up 45239 5 & up

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6 Classes $153 Saturday, Apr. 28 6 Classes $153 Monday, Apr. 30 6 Classes $153 Thursday, May 3

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Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 2.

Skaters will learn alternating back crossovers to backward outside edges, alternating Mohawk/ crossover sequence, waltz three turns, advanced back spin, loop jump, waltz jump/toe loop combination and Salchow/toe loop combination. Fee includes skate rental (if needed) plus a practice card good for admission to public skate sessions.

Cabin John Ice Rink 45243 5 & up 45241 5 & up 45242 5 & up

6 Classes $153 Saturday, Apr. 28 6 Classes $153 Monday, Apr. 30 6 Classes $153 Thursday, May 3

45248 5 & up 45247 5 & up

6 Classes $153 Saturday, Apr. 28 6 Classes $153 Monday, Apr. 30

Wheaton Ice Arena 44898 5 & up 44897 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Sunday, Apr. 29 6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

10:30-11:15 am 7:30-8:15 pm 2:15-2:45 pm 7-7:30 pm

Free Skate 6

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 5.

Skaters will learn forward power pulls, creative step sequence, camel/sit spin combination, layback or cross foot spin, waltz jump/half loop/Salchow combination, axel exercises, and backward outside pivot. Fee includes skate rental (if needed) plus a practice card good for admission to public skate session to practice skills learned in class.

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45250 5 & up 45249 5 & up

6 Classes $153 Saturday, Apr. 28 6 Classes $153 Monday, Apr. 30

Wheaton Ice Arena 44900 5 & up 44899 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Sunday, Apr. 29 6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

10:30-11:15 am 7:30-8:15 pm 2:15-2:45 pm 7-7:30 pm

10:30-11:15 am 6:45-7:30 pm 6:45-7:30 pm

Wheaton Ice Arena

44892 5 & up 44893 5 & up 44891 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 11:45 am-12:15 pm 6 Classes $102 Sunday, Apr. 29 2:15-2:45 pm 6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3 7-7:30 pm

Free Skate 4

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 3.

Skaters will learn forward power three turns, waltz eight, forward upright to backward upright spin, sit spin, half loop, flip, and split jump. Fee includes skate rental (if needed) plus a practice card good for admission to public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

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Figure Skating Classes

Ice Dance 1

Wheaton Ice Arena

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 1.

This class will introduce you to basic ice dancing steps, posture, dance positions and timing. Skills to be learned include swing rolls, chasses, Kilian hold, and the steps and timing of the Dutch Waltz.

Cabin John Ice Rink 45278 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

11:15-11:45 am

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

11:15-11:45 am

45280 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 1.

This figure skating class will help skaters learn to develop spins. Work on one-foot spin, scratch spin, back spin and sit spin.

Cabin John Ice Rink

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

44921 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

Wheaton Ice Arena 44919 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

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Prerequisite: Passed Jumping 1 or Free Skate 4.

In this advanced class, work on split or stag jump, flip, lutz, and axel preparation and jump. Build combo jumps with a loop jump.

Cabin John Ice Rink 45275 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

6:30-7 pm

Spring

Prerequisite: Passed Free Skate 1.

Work on waltz jump, salchow jump, toe-loop jump, loop jump and half-loop jumps. Build basic combo jumps using toe-loop and half-loop jumps.

45274 5 & up

11:15-11:45 am

11:15-11:45 am

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Cabin John Ice Rink

10-10:30 am

Spins 1

Wheaton Ice Arena

Prerequisite: Passed Ice Dance 2.

Ice Dance 3 will learn forward inside swing rolls, cross behind steps, promenade progressives, lilt action, and the steps & timing for the Rhythm Blues.

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Prerequisite: Passed Jumping 2 or Free Skate 5.

In this advanced class, work on two and three jump combinations, axel, walleys, and connecting footwork into jumps.

45269 5 & up

Ice Dance 3

6:30-7 pm

Jumping 3

45277 5 & up

Prerequisite: Passed Ice Dance 1.

Ice Dance 2 will cover forward slide chasses, cross rolls, cross strokes, progressive-chasse sequences, reverse Kilian position, and the steps & timing for the Canasta Tango.

45279 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

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44920 5 & up

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Power Skating

Prerequisite: Passed Spins 1 or Free Skate 4.

In this advanced spins class, skaters will work on change foot spins, back scratch spins, attitude spins, camel spins, and camel-sit spin combinations; and work on new positions for your future spins.

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 5 or Hockey 3.

The half ice course that will focus on increasing the skaters speed and developing more power. Additionally, this course will focus on edge control.

Cabin John Ice Rink

44924 5 & up

45271 5 & up 45270 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 6 Classes $102 Monday, Apr. 30

Wheaton Ice Arena 44922 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

11:15-11:45 am 8:15-8:45 pm 6:30-7 pm

Spins 3

Prerequisite: Passed Spins 2 or Free Skate 5.

In this advanced spins class, skaters will work on change foot sit and camel spins, layback spins, flying camel spins, flying sit spins, and advanced sit and camel spin feature positions.

Cabin John Ice Rink 45273 5 & up 45272 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 6 Classes $102 Monday, Apr. 30

Wheaton Ice Arena 44923 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

11:15-11:45 am 8:15-8:45 pm 6:30-7 pm

Wheaton Ice Arena

6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

7:30-8 pm

Adult Moves & Edges

Prerequisite: Passed Teen & Adult 3 or the PrePreliminary Moves test, or equivalent.

In this class, skaters will work on power, edge quality, extension of line, quick and precise skating movements and USFS ‘Moves in the Field’ patterns.

Cabin John Ice Rink

45281 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

10-10:30 am

Wheaton Ice Arena

44925 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 11:45 am-12:15 pm 44926 12 & up 6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3 7-7:30 pm

Moves & Edges

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 6.

In this class, skaters will work on power, edge quality, extension of line, quick and precise skating movements and USFS ‘Moves in the Field’ patterns.

Cabin John Ice Rink 45282 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

Wheaton Ice Arena 44927 5 & up

6 Classes $102 Thursday, May 3

10-10:30 am 6:30-7 pm

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GEAR” INCLUDE?

For all hockey classes, full gear is required including caged hockey helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, shin guards, hockey gloves, hockey skates, and a flat stick cut to the skater’s height. A protective cup and mouth guard are also recommended.

All skaters under the age of 10 may use rental gear at either rink. Registration for this is tied to the class registration.

Hockey 1

Prerequisite: Passed Basic 1 or Snowplow 4.

Skaters will learn falling and getting up in hockey skates, proper stance, march forward across the ice, 8-10 steps, forward two-foot glide, dip, forward swizzles, T-push to a two-foot glide, front to back turns, and snowplow stop. Fee includes skate rental, and a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class. Equipment required: Caged hockey helmet, shin guards, hockey gloves, flat stick cut to skater’s height, and hockey skates.

Cabin John Ice Rink 45313 45314 45309 45310 45312 45311 45315

4-8 yrs 4-8 yrs 4-8 yrs 4-8 yrs 4-8 yrs 9-14 yrs 9-14 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$108 $108 $108 $108 $108 $108 $108

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Tuesday, May 1 Saturday, Apr. 28

4:15-4:45 pm 11:30 am-12 pm 3:30-4 pm 5:30-6 pm 5:30-6 pm 5:30-6 pm 11:30 am-12 pm

Wheaton Ice Arena 44907 4 & up 44908 4 & up 44909 4 & up

6 Classes $102 Friday, Apr. 27 4:15-4:45 pm 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 11:45 am-12:15 pm 6 Classes $102 Sunday, Apr. 29 2:15-2:45 pm

Prerequisite: Passed Hockey 1.

Skaters will learn strides using 45 degree v push, forward one foot push and glides, forward alternating C-cuts, backward hustles to glides on two feet, backward swizzles, backward alternating C-cuts, moving skateboard push, and moving snowplow stop. Fee includes skate rental, and a practice card good for six public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.

Equipment required: Caged hockey helmet, shoulder pads, elbow pads, shin guards, hockey gloves, flat stick cut to skater’s height, and hockey skates (rental hockey skates are available); protective cup recommended.

45320 4-8 yrs 45321 4-8 yrs

6 Classes $108 Friday, Apr. 27 6 Classes $108 Saturday, Apr. 28

4-8 yrs 4-8 yrs 4-8 yrs 9-14 yrs 9-14 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$108 $108 $108 $108 $108

Sunday, Apr. 29 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Saturday, Apr. 28 Wednesday, May 2

3:30-4 pm 5:30-6 pm 5:30-6 pm 10:30-11 am 5:30-6 pm

Wheaton Ice Arena 44910 4 & up 44911 4 & up 44912 4 & up

6 Classes $102 Friday, Apr. 27 4:15-4:45 pm 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 11:45 am-12:15 pm 6 Classes $102 Sunday, Apr. 29 2:15-2:45 pm

Hockey 3

Prerequisite: Passed Hockey 2.

Skaters will learn lateral crossover march, forward C-cuts on a circle, forward outside and inside edges on half circles, backward C-cuts, backward snowplow stops, forward stop-starts, and one-foot forward snowplow stops. Fee includes skate rental and a practice card good for admission to public sessions to practice skills learned in class. Equipment required: Caged hockey helmet, shoulder and elbow pads, hockey pants, shin guards, hockey gloves, protective cup, curved stick cut to skater’s height, and hockey skates (rental hockey skates are available).

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$159 $159 $159 $159 $159 $159 $159

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Saturday, Apr. 28 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2

Wheaton Ice Arena 44913 4 & up 44914 4 & up

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Hockey 4

Prerequisite: Passed Hockey 3.

Skaters will learn quick starts using V-starts, backward one foot glides, forward and backward crossovers, forward to backward Mohawk pivots, and hockey stops. Fee includes skate rental and a practice card good for admission to public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class.Equipment required: Caged hockey helmet, shoulder and elbow pads, hockey pants, shin guards, hockey gloves, protective cup, curved stick cut to skaterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s height, and hockey skates (rental hockey skates are available).

Cabin John Ice Rink

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Power Skating Hockey

Prerequisite: Passed Hockey 4.

Skaters will learn powerful backward C-cuts, alternating forward and backward crossovers, forward power hockey turns, lateral pivots, fast stops and starts, and fast backward skating with quick backward V-stops.

Fee includes skate rental, and a practice card good for admission to public skate sessions to practice skills learned in class. Equipment required: Caged hockey helmet, shoulder and elbow pads, hockey pants, shin guards, hockey gloves, protective cup, stick cut to skaterâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s height, and hockey skates (rental hockey skates are available).

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44917 4 & up 44918 4 & up

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Prerequisite: Passed Teen & Adult 1 in hockey skates.

Learn the fundamentals of hockey skating, including forward and backward crossovers, stops, stick handling and passing. Equipment required: Caged helmet, curved stick cut to skater’s height, shin guards, elbow and shoulder pads, hockey gloves, hockey pants, cup, hockey skates (rental hockey skates are available).

Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for admission to nine public sessions to practice skills learned in class.

Cabin John Ice Rink

45331 14 & up 6 Classes $153 Saturday, Apr. 28 45330 14 & up 6 Classes $153 Wednesday, May 2

7:45-8:30 am 9-9:45 pm

Teen & Adult Advanced Hockey

Prerequisite: Passed Teen & Adult Intro hockey.

This class will emphasize advanced hockey techniques, rules, and game play. Skaters will practice skills and elements of the game including scrimmages.

Equipment required: Caged helmet, curved stick cut to skater’s height, shin guards, elbow and shoulder pads, hockey gloves, hockey pants, cup, hockey skates (rental hockey skates are available). Fee includes skate rental plus a practice card good for admission to nine public sessions to practice skills learned in class.

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45333 14 & up 6 Classes $153 Saturday, Apr. 28 45332 14 & up 6 Classes $153 Wednesday, May 2

Hockey Stickhandling & Passing

Prerequisite: Passed Hockey 1.

You’ve learned the basics of passing and shooting -- now it’s time to learn the finer points of stickhandling.

We’ll also show you how to protect the puck from opponents, and review some fundamental passing skills. Full gear and caged hockey helmets required; no game experience needed.

Cabin John Ice Rink 45287 4 & up 45292 4 & up

6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 6 Classes $102 Wednesday, May 2

11-11:30 am 6:15-6:45 pm

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Hockey Scrimmage

Prerequisite: Passed Hockey 2.

This hands-on instructional class focuses on key elements of hockey. Skaters will learn the rules of the game, enhance their skills, and practice through a series of scrimmages. Full gear required.

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45288 6 & up 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28 45294 6 & up 6 Classes $102 Wednesday, May 2 45293 10-15 yrs 6 Classes $102 Tuesday, May 1

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Prerequisite: Passed Scrimmage 1 or Hockey 3.

Hockey offensive skills gives serious players more realtime, hands-on instruction. Learn the of stick handling, winning puck battles, goal scoring, and offensive plays with other players who want to excel. Full gear required.

Cabin John Ice Rink 45289 6 & up

6 Classes $102 Tuesday, May 1

Hockey Goalie Class

Prerequisite: Passed Hockey 4.

This course will work on developing skills specifically for the hockey goalie position. Required gear: Helmet, Skates, goalie pads, glove, and stick.

Cabin John Ice Rink

45291 7-14 yrs 6 Classes $102 Saturday, Apr. 28

9:45-10:15 am

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Hockey Game Strategy

Prerequisite: Passed Hockey 3.

This advanced hockey class will focus on specific game strategies. Topics covered will include breaking out of the defensive zone, attacking the offensive zone, face offs, and power plays. Full gear and caged hockey helmets required; no game experience needed.

Cabin John Ice Rink 45290 4 & up

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Session 1 – March 1 - April 7 Session 2 – April 15 - May 12 Registration for spring classes will open February 15th. Please visit ActiveMontgomery.org to register.

On your First Day of Class…

• Bring a water bottle • Golf clubs if you have them • Loaner clubs are available, please see the front desk • Wear proper footwear and athletic clothing

About Our Golf Classes…

Group classes will allow you to learn the game of golf in small intimate group. You’ll get four weeks of professional instruction from a Montgomery County Golf Academy Instructor, and learn the basics of golf: proper stance, grip, chipping, putting, driving, golf etiquette, and more.

Get a range card for South Germantown Driving Range.

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• Please read course descriptions carefully and select courses that match ability and experience.

• If you see a class you like, register! Classes may be canceled if minimum enrollment is not met.

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Golf is an excellent way for senior adults to keep active and in good health. It’s a great workout for the heart and lungs, improves blood circulation, strengthens the knees, enhances bone density, and keeps the body flexible and limber. It’s also a great way to alleviate stress and sharpen your powers of concentration. Most importantly, it’s fun!

We’ll teach the basics of golf, including putting, chipping, driving, using irons and woods, and golf etiquette. Fee covers loaner clubs and balls.

South Germantown Driving Range

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Beginning Golf, Adult

If you’ve always wanted to try golf, or haven’t played in years and want to pick it up again, this is an easy, inexpensive way to get into the sport. For just $99, you’ll get four weeks of professional instruction from a Montgomery County Golf Academy Certified Instructor, and learn the basics of golf: proper stance, grip, chipping, putting, driving, golf etiquette, and more. Fee covers loaner clubs and balls. Class sizes are small (no more than 8 students), so you’re sure to get a good bit of personal attention.

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18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up

4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes

$99 $99 $99 $99 $99 $99

Thursday, Mar. 1 Saturday, Mar. 3 Tuesday, Mar. 6 Tuesday, Apr. 17 Thursday, Apr. 19 Saturday, Apr. 21

5:30-6:30 pm 2:30-3:30 pm 5:30-6:30 pm 5:30-6:30 pm 5:30-6:30 pm 2:30-3:30 pm

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One day clinics are a great way for your child to learn and gradually improve their skills on a month-to-month basis.

Each month we’ll offer two-three clinics, each focusing on a particular swing or golf skill. You choose which classes you want that month, and register and pay for them at one time. It’s golf a la carte! Visit our website or check the Clubhouse for specific skills schedule.

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$15 $15 $15 $15 $15 $15 $15 $15

Thursday, Mar. 8 Tuesday, Mar. 13 Thursday, Mar. 22 Tuesday, Apr. 3 Tuesday, Apr. 24 Thursday, Apr. 26 Tuesday, May. 8 Thursday, May. 10

4:30-5:30 pm 4:30-5:30 pm 4:30-5:30 pm 4:30-5:30 pm 4:30-5:30 pm 4:30-5:30 pm 4:30-5:30 pm 4:30-5:30 pm

Parent and Child Golf

Golf is a great game for kids to start early, and you’ll have a great time learning together. With the help of a Montgomery County Golf Academy Certified Instructor, you and your child (age 7- 14) will learn the basics of golf, including proper stance, grip, chipping, putting, driving, and more. If you’re already a golfer, the instructor will work with you at your level to help you improve your game. Fee covers one child and one adult; register the child only. Fee covers instruction, loaner clubs and balls.

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7-14 yrs 7-14 yrs 7-14 yrs 7-14 yrs 7-14 yrs 7-14 yrs

4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes

$120 $120 $120 $120 $120 $120

Saturday, Mar. 3 Saturday, Mar. 3 Saturday, Mar. 3 Saturday, Apr. 21 Saturday, Apr. 21 Saturday, Apr. 21

Golf

Junior Golf Clinic

11 am-12 pm 12-1 pm 4:30-5:30 pm 11 am-12 pm 12-1 pm 4:30-5:30 pm

Spring Break Golf Camp

What a fun way to spend Spring Break! Monday through Thursday at the Driving Range, campers will learn how to putt, chip, pitch, drive and use irons and woods with the help of a Montgomery County Golf Academy instructor. On Friday, we’ll play a 9-hole tournament at Needwood Golf Course (Friday’s hours 8:30am-1pm). Fee includes instruction, tees, Golf balls, and transportation on Friday.

South Germantown Driving Range

43911 6-13 yrs 5 Classes $210 Monday, Mar. 26

South Germantown Driving Range

Interested in learning archery? Participants will learn DR SPECIALS

basic skills and safety instruction. You’ll learn how to hold, aim, draw, and shoot a bow. We’ll introduce or build on participant’s current knowledge/skills of Archery and provide time to practice each new skill.

We’ll provide all the equipment, a safe place to shoot, and a Certified Instructor to guide you. Please bring a water bottle and dress for the weather.

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8-14 yrs 8-14 yrs 8-14 yrs 8-14 yrs 8-14 yrs 8-14 yrs

4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes

$50 $50 $50 $50 $50 $50

Saturday, Mar. 3 Sunday, Mar. 4 Sunday, Mar. 4 Sunday, Apr. 15 Sunday, Apr. 15 Saturday, Apr. 21

Intermediate Archery

2-3:30 pm 10-11:30 am 11:30 am-1 pm 10-11:30 am 11:30 am-1 pm 2-3:30 pm

Prerequisite: Passed Beginner Archery. Interested in more archery? Intermediate archery focuses on the draw cycle. You’ll learn how to anchor, transfer/hold, aim, and release/follow through. We’ll provide all the equipment, a safe place to shoot, and a Certified Instructor to guide you. Please bring a water bottle and dress for the weather.

45351 45344 45349 45352

8-14 yrs 8-14 yrs 8-14 yrs 8-14 yrs

4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes

$50 $50 $50 $50

Saturday, Mar. 3 Sunday, Mar. 4 Sunday, Apr. 15 Saturday, Apr. 21

3:30-5 pm 2:30-4 pm 2:30-4 pm 3:30-5 pm

Parent and Child Archery

Whether you’re a novice or you shoot better than Robin Hood, this class is for parents/adults and their children interested in the sport of archery. It is a really FUN way for boys and girls to learn more about archery in a positive learning environment involving both parent and child! Participants should wear comfortable clothing. It is an outdoor class so participants should dress accordingly. Fee covers one child and one adult; register the child only.

South Germantown Driving Range 45355 45345 45350 45356

7-14 yrs 7-14 yrs 7-14 yrs 7-14 yrs

4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes 4 Classes

$65 $65 $65 $65

Saturday, Mar. 3 Sunday, Mar. 4 Sunday, Apr. 15 Saturday, Apr. 21

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Beginner Archery

9 am-12 pm

12:30-2 pm 1-2:30 pm 1-2:30 pm 12:30-2 pm

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Bethesda, MD 20817 CabinJohnTennis.org 301-765-8650

Wheaton Indoor Tennis 11715 Orebaugh Ave. Wheaton, MD 20902 WheatonTennis.org 301-905-3030

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SPRING CLASS DATES April 27 - June 11

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May 25 - 28

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Classes meet once a week for one hour (some Match Play classes meet for two hours)

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April 17 - April 25

PLEASE NOTE

Six Classes, once a week No Classes (Memorial Day weekend)

SPRING ONLINE REGISTRATION DATES

If you register for spring classes after April 25, you must register in person at the facility and you will be charged a $10 non-refundable service fee. No new enrollments are accepted after the second session of class.

On your First Day of Class…

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Bring a racquet and water bottle.

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Wear proper footwear and athletic clothes.

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No make-ups or refunds for missed lessons.

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Please read course descriptions carefully and select courses that match player ability and experience.

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At the end of each class series, the player will receive an evaluation recommending your next class.

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Parent & Child Tennis Our youngest beginners, with the help of a parent, will practice basic tennis skills through fun exercises and games that can be continued outside of class. Fee covers one adult and one child; register the child only.

(Red Court/Red Balls, 19-21” Racquet; loaner racquets available)

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4-6 yrs 4-6 yrs 4-6 yrs 4-6 yrs 4-6 yrs 4-6 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$147 $147 $147 $147 $147 $147

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

45367 45370 45368 45369

4-6 yrs 4-6 yrs 4-6 yrs 4-6 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$123 $123 $123 $123

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30

5-6 pm 2-3 pm 3-4 pm 4-5 pm 5-6 pm 4-5 pm 11 am-12 pm 9-10 am 1-2 pm 4-5 pm

Youth Tennis, Beginner Group lesson class for the young beginner who has limited or no prior tennis experience to teach basic strokes and promote cooperative play through games and skillbuilding activities. Instruction for ages 5-7 focuses on hand-eye coordination, movement, and basic tennis strokes. Instruction for ages 7-10 focuses on racquet control drills, sending and receiving, rallying skills, and ABCs (agility, balance, and coordination). (Combination of Red Court/Red Balls and Orange Court/Orange Balls, 19”25” Racquet; loaner racquets available).

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6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

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5-7 yrs 5-7 yrs 5-7 yrs 5-7 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$111 $111 $111 $111 $111 $111 $111 $111 $111 $111

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3 Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3

4-5 pm 9-10 am 9-10 am 4-5 pm 5-6 pm 4-5 pm 5-6 pm 4-5 pm 9-10 am 9-10 am 4-5 pm 5-6 pm 4-5 pm 5-6 pm

Saturday, Apr. 28 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Thursday, May 3 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3

9-10 am 5-6 pm 5-6 pm 5-6 pm 10-11 am 9-10 am 5-6 pm 6-7 pm 5-6 pm 5-6 pm

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Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org Youth Tennis, Intro to Match Play

Prerequisite: Passed Beginner level.

For the novice to intermediate level player who can rally on the Red Court but needs additional work on stroke production, tennis specific footwork, and situational play. Skill building continues with increased emphasis on cooperative drills. (Combination of Red Court/Red Balls and Orange Court/Orange Balls, 21”25” Racquet; loaner racquets available)

Prerequisite: Passed Youth Tennis, Intermediate.

Time to put your skills into play. Learn the basics of match play using the USTA’s Junior Team Tennis (JTT) format, where everyone earns points for the team.

The focus will be on positioning, serve-and-return, and movement in both singles and doubles using a combination of Red and Orange Ball formats based on age and ability level.

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5-7 yrs 5-7 yrs 5-7 yrs 5-7 yrs 5-7 yrs 5-7 yrs 5-7 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

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5-7 yrs 5-7 yrs 5-7 yrs 5-7 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$111 $111 $111 $111 $111 $111 $111 $111 $111

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3 Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3

5-6 pm 10-11 am 10-11 am 5-6 pm 4-5 pm 5-6 pm 4-5 pm 5-6 pm 10-11 am 10-11 am 5-6 pm 4-5 pm 5-6 pm 4-5 pm

Saturday, Apr. 28 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Thursday, May 3 Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Wednesday, May 2

9-10 am 6-7 pm 5-6 pm 5-6 pm 6-7 pm 10-11 am 10-11 am 6-7 pm 5-6 pm

Spring Break Tennis Camp Take time over spring break to develop your tennis game in this fun and challenging 5-day camp. Children will be grouped by age and experience. Using personal instruction, group games, and drills, we’ll teach beginning and intermediate level players all the fundamentals: forehand, backhand and overhead strokes, serves and volleys, scorekeeping, names and meanings of the lines, and more. Add some footwork drills and cardio exercise, and your inner champion is sure to emerge!

Sneakers are a must. Please bring a non-perishable lunch, snacks for break time, and a refillable water bottle each day.

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43932 6-12 yrs 5 Classes $270 Monday, Mar. 26 - Friday, Mar. 30 9 am-5 pm

45005 7-10 yrs 6 Classes $147 Saturday, Apr. 28

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

45391 7-10 yrs 6 Classes $111 Saturday, Apr. 28

3-4 pm 1-2 pm

Youth Tennis, More Match Play Prerequisite: Passed Intro to Match Play or Instructor approval.

Continue building your on-court confidence while playing matches for fun with friends in your class.

In addition to improving upon positioning, strategy, movement, and shot selection, instruction will include how to construct and close out points. By the end of this class, you will be ready to take your game to a more competitive level.

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47156 7-10 yrs 6 Classes $147 Sunday, April 29

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

45392 7-10 yrs 6 Classes $111 Thursday, May 3

3-4 pm 6-7 pm

Prerequisite: Passed Intermediate level.

For player who can rally already on the Red Court and comfortably engage in point play against a variety of players. Focus will be on improving movement and positioning, concentration and focus, shot placement, and closing points. (Combination of Red Court/Red Balls and Orange Court/Orange Balls, 21”-25” Racquet; may incorporate use of Green Dot Ball for players ready to transition from the Orange Court to full court play; loaner racquets available).

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7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$147 $147 $147 $147 $147

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

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7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs 7-10 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$123 $123 $123 $123

Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3

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Beginner 2 Tennis, Pre-Teen/Teen

Prerequisite: For beginners who have never played before or have not played recently.

The goal of this class is to teach fundamentals of the game, including etiquette and vocabulary, rules, positioning, and scorekeeping. Players will learn basic mechanics for hitting groundstrokes, volleys, overheads and serves. May incorporate use of Orange and Green Dot Balls to reinforce development consistency, and control.

Prerequisite: Passed Beginner 1.

Tennis or player with recent playing experience seeking a refresher on fundamentals. Class includes a review of tennis etiquette and vocabulary, safety rules, and scoring. Continued focus on footwork, positioning and directional control. Additional time will be spent on drills and situational play. Groundstrokes, volleys, overheads, and serves will be critiqued.

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11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 15-18 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3 Friday, Apr. 27

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

45399 11-15 yrs 6 Classes $111 Friday, Apr. 27 45398 11-15 yrs 6 Classes $111 Sunday, Apr. 29 45400 15-18 yrs 6 Classes $111 Saturday, Apr. 28

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$135 $135 $135 $135 $135

Friday, Apr. 27 Tuesday, May 1 Thursday, May 3 Friday, Apr. 27 Tuesday, May 1

6-7 pm 4-5 pm 6-7 pm 6-7 pm 6-7 pm

45402 11-15 yrs 6 Classes $111 Friday, Apr. 27 45401 11-15 yrs 6 Classes $111 Sunday, Apr. 29 45403 15-18 yrs 6 Classes $111 Saturday, Apr. 28

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Prerequisite: Passed Beginner 2.

Players have experience in the fundamentals of tennis and are ready to work on consistency, accuracy and technical mastery of strokes and footwork. The focus will be on drills and play situations to improve rallying skills and overall level of play.

Prerequisite: Passed Intro to Match Play or Instructor approval.

Continue building your on-court confidence while playing matches for fun with friends in your class.

In addition to improving upon positioning, strategy, movement, and shot selection, instruction will include how to construct and close out points. By the end of this class, you will be ready to take your game to a more competitive level.

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11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 15-18 yrs 15-18 yrs 15-18 yrs 15-18 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135

Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Tuesday, May 1 Thursday, May 3 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Tuesday, May 1 Thursday, May 3

12-1 pm 12-1 pm 6-7 pm 6-7 pm 12-1 pm 12-1 pm 6-7 pm 6-7 pm

45405 11-15 yrs 6 Classes $111 Tuesday, May 1 45404 11-15 yrs 6 Classes $111 Thursday, May 3 45406 15-18 yrs 6 Classes $111 Friday, Apr. 27

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Wheaton Indoor Tennis

Intermediate 2 Tennis, Pre-Teen/Teen Prerequisite: Passed Intermediate 1.

Players in this class have a solid foundation in tennis and are ready to improve consistency, accuracy and technical mastery of their strokes and footwork. The focus will be on learning additional shots including slices, topspin, cross-court and down-the-line groundstrokes plus a variety of serves.

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11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 15-18 yrs 15-18 yrs 15-18 yrs 15-18 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135

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11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 15-18 yrs 15-18 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$111 $111 $111 $111

Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Wednesday, May 2 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Wednesday, May 2

1-2 pm 1-2 pm 6-7 pm 6-7 pm 1-2 pm 1-2 pm 6-7 pm 6-7 pm

Tuesday, May 1 Thursday, May 3 Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28

6-7 pm 6-7 pm 4-5 pm 1-2 pm

Intro to Match Play, Pre-Teen/Teen Prerequisite: Passed Intermediate Tennis or Instructor Approval.

Time to put your skills into play. Learn the basics of match play using USTA’s Junior Team Tennis (JTT) format. The focus will be on positioning and strategy for full court play in both singles and doubles. By the end of this class, you should be ready for the fun of playing official Junior Team Tennis on a team with new friends.

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45035 11-18 yrs 6 Classes $222 Saturday, Apr. 28

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

45411 11-18 yrs 6 Classes $111 Saturday, Apr. 28

Pauline Betz Addie Tennis

45036 11-18 yrs 6 Classes $222 Saturday, Apr. 28

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

45412 11-18 yrs 6 Classes $222 Sunday, Apr. 29

Adult Tennis

Intermediate 1 Tennis, Pre-Teen/Teen

5:30-7 pm 12-2 pm

Advanced Match Play, Pre-Teen/Teen Prerequisite: Passed Intermediate 2, More Match Play, or Instructor Approval.

For competitive players training for tournaments and/or high school team tennis. Focus on enhancing footwork and agility, stroke production, and use of offensive and defensive shots. Additional emphasis on physical conditioning, mental preparedness, and sportsmanship.

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11-15 yrs 11-15 yrs 15-18 yrs 15-18 yrs

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$147 $147 $147 $147

Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29

2-3 pm 2-3 pm 2-3 pm 2-3 pm

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5-7 pm 5-7 pm 1-2 pm

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

Beginner 1 Tennis, Adult (NTRP 2.0) Designed to turn adult beginners into tennis players.

You’ll enjoy one hour lessons with our certified tennis coaches. Participants will learn the basics of tennis including the serve, forehand, backhand and net play for singles and doubles featuring a Rally and Play approach.

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6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$135 $135 $135 $135 $135 $135

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18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$111 $111 $111 $111

Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3

7-8 pm 10-11 am 10-11 am 7-8 pm 10-11 am 7-8 pm

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Intermediate 2 Tennis, Adult (NTRP 3.5) Prerequisite: Passed Intermediate 1, Adult or a 3.5 NTRP level player.

Player has dependable strokes, but needs work on depth, variety, and consistency for power. Can play singles and doubles, but needs to improve net play, shot selection, and serve.

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Beginner 2 Tennis, Adult (NTRP 2.5) This player has played some tennis, but needs additional instruction on basic skills and techniques.

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6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$111 $111 $111 $111 $111

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7-8 pm 11 am-12 pm 11 am-12 pm 7-8 pm 11 am-12 pm 7-8 pm

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$111 $111 $111 $111

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11 am-12 pm 1-2 pm 1-2 pm 12-1 pm 7-8 pm 12-1 pm 8-9 pm 7-8 pm 11 am-12 pm 8-9 pm

Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3 Thursday, May 3

11 am-12 pm 8-9 pm 11 am-12 pm 7-8 pm

Advanced Tennis, Adult (NTRP 4.0 & Up) Prerequisite: Passed Intermediate 2 or Instructor approval.

A competitive clinic involving intense drilling, competitive situational games, and match play. Focus on finessing use of lobs, overheads, approach shots and volleys and hitting with power, spin, depth, and control.

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6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$147 $147 $147 $147 $147

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This player can keep the ball in play, but needs to improve consistency of strokes and overall understanding of court positioning, strategy, and use of shots in various situations.

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7-8 pm 12-1 pm 12-1 pm 11 am-12 pm 7-8 pm 11 am-12 pm 8-9 pm 12-1 pm 7-8 pm 8-9 pm

45428 18 & up 6 Classes $111 Tuesday, May 1 45429 18 & up 6 Classes $111 Wednesday, May 2 45427 18 & up 6 Classes $111 Thursday, May 3

10-11 am 7-8 pm 10-11 am

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

Program Access (Inclusion Services) 301-495-2581. | ProgramAccess@MontgomeryParks.org | TTY 301-439-0579

Register online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org Tennis Stroke of the Week

Limited to 4 players at PBA and 6 players at WIT. The 3.0 player is fairly consistent when hitting medium-paced shots, but is not comfortable with all strokes and lacks execution when trying for directional control, depth, pace or altering distance of shots. First half of class focuses on needed drills and skills and finishes with a session of supervised match play. Instructor reserves the right to transfer you up or down a level if you are not closely matched in skill level.

NEW CLASS! Designed for players of all levels, each one-hour clinic provides intensive instruction on a specific tennis stroke. Fun drills and exercises help you sharpen fundamentals to improve your form, consistency, and overall game.

Pauline Betz Addie Tennis

ACEing Autism @ Wheaton Indoor

45085 45083 45084 45082

18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$294 $147 $147 $147

Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3

7-9 pm 8-9 pm 8-9 pm 7-8 pm

45434 18 & up 6 Classes $246 Monday, Apr. 30 45435 18 & up 6 Classes $246 Wednesday, May 2

7-9 pm 7-9 pm

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

Match Play 3.5 Tennis Limited to 6 players. The 3.5 player has dependable strokes, but still lacks depth, variety and the ability to alter distance of shots. Effective use of lobs, overheads, approach shots, and volleys is limited due to a lack of confidence. More comfortable at net, has improved court awareness, and is developing teamwork in doubles. First half of class focuses on needed drills and skills and finishes with a session of supervised match play. Instructor reserves the right to transfer you up or down a level if you are not closely matched in skill level.

Pauline Betz Addie Tennis 45087 45088 45089 45086

18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$147 $147 $294 $147

Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3

8-9 pm 7-8 pm 7-9 pm 8-9 pm

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

45437 18 & up 6 Classes $246 Tuesday, May 1 45436 18 & up 6 Classes $246 Thursday, May 3

7-9 pm 7-9 pm

This is a high energy class that combines the best features of the sport of tennis with cardiovascular exercise, delivering the ultimate, full body, calorie burning aerobic workout.

45091 45145 45149 45092 45093 45094 45151 45155 45095 45136 45157 45159 45090 45141 45147

18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up 18 & up

6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes 7 Classes 6 Classes 6 Classes

$147 $147 $147 $147 $147 $147 $147 $147 $147 $147 $147 $147 $147 $147 $147

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

Friday, Apr. 27 Friday, Apr. 27 Friday, Apr. 27 Saturday, Apr. 28 Sunday, Apr. 29 Monday, Apr. 30 Monday, Apr. 30 Monday, Apr. 30 Tuesday, May 1 Tuesday, May 1 Wednesday, May 2 Wednesday, May 2 Thursday, May 3 Thursday, May 3 Thursday, May 3

45441 18 & up 6 Classes $111 Sunday, Apr. 29 45438 18 & up 6 Classes $123 Monday, Apr. 30

45440 18 & up 6 Classes $111 Tuesday, May 1

10-11 am 7-8 am 8-9 am 9-10 am 9-10 am 10-11 am 7-8 am 8-9 am 10-11 am 7-8 am 7-8 am 8-9 am 12-1 pm 7-8 am 8-9 am

7-8 pm

Prerequisite: Families are required to complete a participant support questionnaire for the ACEing Autism organization. This information will help our coaches and volunteers be better prepared to help your child succeed.

This unique curriculum aims to develop coordination, confidence, and social skills through on-court activities that emphasize taking turns, working in teams, and following instruction. Class is led by our trained instructors and every participant is paired with an adult volunteer. A clear and consistent weekly routine helps participants gain comfort and familiarity with tennis fundamentals. All tennis equipment is provided.

Participants should wear athletic clothing and sneakers and bring water. While parents/caregivers are not expected to participate with their child, we do ask them to be responsible for assisting with any self-care if necessary during the program hour.

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

45381 6-10 yrs 6 Classes $111 Saturday, Apr. 28 45397 11-17 yrs 6 Classes $111 Saturday, Apr. 28

9-10 am 10-11 am

Kids’ Tennis Party: Red Ball Bash

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• Z PM

Celebrate tennis with your friends at this party-style play event! Recommended for players age 5 to 8 with beginning to intermediate experience on 36’ court.

Group games, skill challenges, mini matches, and more.

Fee includes snacks, drinks, and prizes.

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

Adult Cardio Tennis

Pauline Betz Addie Tennis

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

Specialty Tennis

Match Play 3.0 Tennis

47549 5-8 yrs 47576 5-8 yrs

1 Class $30.00 Sunday, Apr. 22 1 Class $30.00 Saturday, Jun. 16

10 am-12 pm 10 am-12 pm

Kids’ Tennis Party: Orange Ball Bash Enjoy some friendly competition with your friends at this party-style tournament! Players should be able to serve, rally, and keep score using the orange ball on a 60-foot court. Multiple quick matches of singles and doubles. Fee includes snacks, drinks, and prizes.

Wheaton Indoor Tennis

47554 7-10 yrs 1 Class $30.00 Sunday, Apr. 22, 47575 7-10 yrs 1 Class $30.00 Saturday, Jun. 16

12-2 pm 12-2 pm

10-11 am 7-8 pm

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NEW! ACEing Autism at Wheaton Indoor Tennis!

Weekly Clinics Serve Up Benefits for I<.ids with Autism

Wheaton Indoor Tennis is proud to partner with ACEing Autism to provide this amazing program.

The ACEing Autism curriculum benefits children on the spectrum in various ways: provides social skills traming through taking turns, working ln teams, and

following lnSO"U<:tions: improves fitness, band-eye coordination. and motor skiUs; â&#x20AC;˘ gives parents a well-needed recreational hour for their children!

Clinics are held by age: Ages 6to10: Ages 11 to 17:

Saturdays. 9 am - 10 am Saturdays, 10 am - 11 am

Class meets once a week for six weeks and includes use of all tennis equipment.

Eve.7 piayer is paireq witb an adult volUllteer to work on different fundamentals of the game taught by our trained instructors.

For cla.ss dares and registration, go ro www.ActiveMONTGOMERY.org and search "ACELT"lg Autism @ Wheaton Indoor:' For questions, email Wheatonlndoor'fcnnis@momgomaryparks.org.

Interested in Being an ACEing Autism Volunteer?

Contact Lynn Gertzog at lynn.gertzog@montgomeryparks.org

Volunteering in Montgomery Parks is such a natural thing to do! We love the folks in our communities who get involved-­ and we think you'll love working with us, too. Some of the many spring volunteer opportunities are shown below, and you'll find even more on our website. Visit ParksVolunteers.org today. and apply!

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e::J 01/R SPRIIIG \fO\.V"l-rEER oPPoR"TV"ll"ilE~!

ANNUAL EGG HUNT

RAPTOR FESTIVAL

Friday, March 30

Saturday, May 5

Families scramble through the meadows at eggs to dye and decorate, with the help of volunteers like you!

Families come to explore the world of owls, hawks and eagles through games, crafts and more, with your help at Medowside Nature Center!

SPRING BREAK CAMPS

GARLIC MUSTARO PULLS

Meadowside Nature Center hunting for real

March26-30

May

Help us out at Brookside Garden's and at Brookside Nature Center's Camps and earn SSL hours.

Help us get rid of this easy-to-pull, annoyingly hard-to-get-rid-of plant that threatens the beautiful ecosystems

SAVE THE FROGS Saturday, April 28

Help us celebrate this International Day of Recognition for amphibian conservation by assisting wah presentations. hikes, and other ac1ivities at Locust Grove

Nature Center.

SPRING BREAK ICE SKATING CAMPS March26·30

Help out with the Spnng Break Ice Skating Camps at Cabin John & Wheaton Ice, some skating experience is necessary.

of some of lhe best naturaJ areas in

Montgomery Parks.

ONGOING OPPORTUNITIES TRAIL WORKDAY VOLUNTEERS Marc~une

Spring into action by volunteering on one of many weekend Natural Surface Trail Workdays this spring. It's a great way 10 enjoy the outdoors while improving a valuable comrrunlty resource.

WEED WARRIOR FOR A DAY Join our Weed Warrior supervisors to help save the forest. and learn how you can keep the native plants in your neck of the woods sale!

EYE SPY TRAINS March Spring Break and April Weekends

Hand out Eye Spy sheets and crayons lo our young guests.

NATURE CAMP COUNSELORS

Summer Summer Camps at the Nature Centers are great fun and require only a two week­ long commnment These often fill up fast, so sign up soon!

ICE SKATING VOLUNTEERS AT CABIN JOHN ANO WHEATON ICE It's the coolest volunteer job ever! Volunteers help as Instructional Assistants during group lessons (Skating experience required)

T his is designed for pick-up games field sizes can be adjusted for small sided games Sundays I 9 AM - 10:30 AM I $8/person Tuesdays & Wednesdays I 7 AM - 8:30 AM Thursdays & Fridays I 11am-12:30p Showers are available at the Wheaton Ice Arena

Come out for open field time to work on yo.u r game Shin guards are required Saturdays I 9 AM - 10:30 AM I $8/person

Come enjoy play lime wtth your young one' Fun stations will be designated on the field You can also bring your own toys to en1oy1 Parent/Guardian supervIsIon 1s required.

Tuesdays/Wednesdays j 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM I $2/child

Enjoy a 2 hour party at the Pavilion for up to 20 people, Traditional Sports I $225 Bubble Bump I $325

Special running from Memorial Day to Labor Day Email your Field Requests to receive your discount today! For details contact the facility.

â&#x20AC;¢ ..,_ St. Patrick's Day Skate

..,_ Earth Day Events

..,_ Annual Egg Hunt

.,._ Raptor Festival

.,._ Spring Bunny Hop Skate

..,_ Archaeology Day

.,._ Wings of Fancy

.,._ Glow Walk & Fun Run

.,. Gas & Steam Engine Show

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION for Montgomery Parks AND Montgomery County Recreation

4 WAYS TO REGISTER

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1. ONLINE

Register 24 hours a day, seven days a week for all activities at www.ActiveMONTGOMERY.org.

Fill out and sign the registration form and mail it to: ActiveMONTGOMERY • 4010 Randolph Rd. • Silver Spring, MD 20902

3. VIA FAX

If paying by credit card, you may fax your completed, signed registration form to 240-777-6818.

4. IN PERSON

Stop by any Montgomery County Recreation location, including their Headquarters at 4010 Randolph Road, Silver Spring, MD 20902 (M-F, 9:30am-4pm) , or visit Montgomery Parks locations offering activities that require registration. See the Parks “Facility Directory” for these locations.

Use ActiveMONTGOMERY.org to register for activities (courses, camps, etc.); to reserve community centers, park activity buildings, and other facilities; and to purchase memberships offered by Montgomery Parks and Montgomery County Recreation.

ACTIVITY WITHDRAWALS & REFUNDS Withdrawal Time Frame Any

PAYMENT INFORMATION • Full payment must be made at time of registration.

Do not submit registrations and/or payments to Parks or Recreation instructors.

• For Montgomery County Recreation activities, non-county residents must pay an additional $15 per activity per participant. This fee does not apply to Montgomery Parks activities.

• CHECKS & MONEY ORDERS - Make checks and money orders payable to ActiveMONTGOMERY. - Checks and money orders must include name, address, and phone number.

- If your check is returned unpaid, your account will be debited for the original check amount, and electronically or via paper for the state’s maximum allowable service fee. Payment by check constitutes authorization of these transactions. You may revoke your authorization by calling 800-666-5222, ext. 2 to arrange payment for any outstanding checks and service fees due.

- Please allow 2 weeks to receive a refund by check.

• CREDIT CARDS: Visa, MasterCard, American Express and Discover are accepted. Registration form must include correct credit card number, expiration date, authorized signature and authorized total amount.

Activity Canceled

by Parks or Recreation

Any reason, ONLINE At least 5 (five) business days before activity begins

Any reason, IN PERSON

Refund Form Refund may be applied to customer’s ActiveMONTGOMERY account; or returned in same form as payment rendered.

Full Refund

If payment was made by credit card...Refund will be applied to credit card.

Full Refund

If payment was made by check, cash, or money order...Refund will be applied to customer’s ActiveMONTGOMERY account.

Activity fee is $25 or less...

Refund will be applied to customer’s ActiveMONTGOMERY account.

Full Refund

Activity fee is $26 or more...Refund may be applied to customer’s ActiveMONTGOMERY account, or refund check may be requested.

Parks: Withdraw

Less than in person at the 5 business days hosting facility.

Refund before activity Recreation: Email Less $25 Rec.FinanceOffice@ begins WithNo withdrawals may be made ONLINE less than five days before activity begins.

For classes/sessions missed by participant After second session/ class of activity has met After the final session of activity has met

Montgomery CountyMD.gov or withdraw in person at Rec HDQ.

drawal Fee

No refund of any type will be issued

Activity fee is $49 or less: Refund will be applied to customer’s ActiveMONTGOMERY account.

Activity fee is $50 or more: Refund may be applied to customer’s ActiveMONTGOMERY account, or customer may request a refund check.

QUESTIONS? Call 240-77 7-6840 (8:30am-4:30pm) or 301-495-2580 (10am-4pm) @ Ac 0r email Y.o tive MONTGOMER

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• Montgomery Parks and Montgomery County Recreation reserve the right to pursue all available options to collect any funds owed as a result of a dishonored check or credit card, charges incurred due to unsubstantiated credit card disputes, or any outstanding debt.

Withdrawal Refund Reason & Method Amount

The withdrawal and refund policies above pertain to all Parks and Recreation activities and rentals, unless otherwise noted in the activity description or facility rental agreement.

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2. BY MAIL

MON TGOMERY

Use this form to register for BOTH Montgomery Parks AND Montgomery County Recreation activities.* Use este formulario para activides de LOS DOS Montgomery Parks Y Montgomery County Recreation.* * Required Info | Info Requerida

REGISTRATION FORM | FORMULARIO DE INSCRIPCIÓN

 Check here if this is a new address, phone number or email address. Please print. This form may be copied.

 Marque aquí si esta es una dirección nueva, teléfono o dirección de correo electrónico.

Por favor imprima. Este formulario puede ser reproducido.

PARENT/GUARDIAN | PADRE/GUARDIÁN

Last Name | Apellido *

First Name | Nombre *

Birthday | Fecha de nacimiento (mm/dd/yy) *

State | Estado * ZIP | Código Postal *

City | Ciudad *

Address | Dirección * Home Phone | Teléfono de Casa *

Email

Work Phone | Teléfono de Trabajo

Cell Phone | Celular

EMERGENCY CONTACT | EMERGENCIA CONTACT0 For participants under 18 | Participantes de-18 Name | Nombre

Relationship | Relación

Participant’s Name (Last, First) Apellido y Nombre del Participante

* *

Birthday (mm/dd/yy) Fecha de Nacimiento (mm/dd/yy)

Sex Sexo

Phone | Telf.

Activity Name Nombre de la Actividad

Non-County residents include an additional $15 per participant, per activity for Montgomery County Recreation Department activities (not applicable for Parks activities) Incluya $15 por participante, por actividades de Montgomery County Recreation si vive fuera del Condado (no aplica por actividades de Parques)

Activity Number Número

Fees * Costo *

Total Amount Due: Cantidad Total:

* Required Info | Información requerida PAYMENT | PAGO Name on Card | Nombre en la tarjeta

Credit Card Number | Número en la Tarjeta de Crédito Security Code | Código de Seguridad

Expiration Date | Fecha de Expiración

Payer Address (If different than above) Dirección del Pagador (si es diferente que la de arriba)

City | Ciudad

ZIP | Código Postal

 Visa

A mEx

 MasterCard

D iscover

 Check or Money Order Make payable to: Hacerlo a nombre de: ActiveMONTGOMERY

State | Estado

MAIL Your Completed, Signed Form to: ActiveMONTGOMERY • 4010 Randolph Rd. • Silver Spring, MD 20902 If paying by credit card, you may fax your registration form to 240-777-6818.

If you need help completing this form, please call 240-777-6840.

Envíe su formulario completo y firmado a: ActiveMONTGOMERY • 4010 Randolph Rd. • Silver Spring, MD 20902 Si paga con tarjeta de crédito, puede enviar su formulario a 240-777-6818.

Si necesita ayuda para llenar este formulario, por favor llame al 240-777-6840.

Cardholder Signature | Firma del Dueño de la Tarjeta ______________________________________________________ *SIGNATURE IS REQUIRED* | *SE REQUIERE LA FIRMA* Participant or Parent/Guardian Signature | Participante o Padre/Guardián Firma ______________________________________________

Date | Fecha _______________

The participant assumes all risks associated with participation in the program; neither the County nor Montgomery Parks/M-NCPPC assumes any liability for injury or damages arising from participation in the program. Due to the strenuous nature of some activities, each participant is encouraged to consult his or her physician concerning fitness to participate in the program. The participant consents to emergency treatment. The participant also consents to the County and Montgomery Parks/M-NCPPC’s use of the participant’s image and likeness as shown in any photographs, videotapes, motion picture film, or electronic images, and any audio recordings made of the participant’s voice in whatever way the County and Montgomery Parks/M-NCPPC desires, including television, print and Internet websites. Furthermore, the participant consents that such photographs, films, recordings, electronic images shall be the sole property of the County and Montgomery Parks/M-NCPPC. If the participant is a minor, the parent of guardian approves his or her participation in the program. Neither the instructor nor any staff are responsible for children prior to or after scheduled program.

El participante asume todos los riesgos asociados con la participación en el programa; ninguno ni el Condado ni Montgomery Parks/M-NCPPC asume cualquier responsabilidad de lesiones o daños debido a su participación en el programa. Debido a la naturaleza persistente de algunas actividades se alienta a consultar con un médico, se alienta a que cada participante consulte con su doctor sobre su capacidad física de participar en el programa. El participante consiente el tratamiento de emergencia. El participante también consiente que el Condado y Montgomery Parks/M-NCPPC’s utilice las imágenes del participante y la posibilidad de mostrar fotografías videos, películas o imágenes electrónicas, y cualquier grabación de audio que se haga de la voz del participante en cualquier forma que el Condado y Montgomery Parks/M-NCPPC desee, incluyendo televisión, impresos, páginas del internet. Además, el participante consiente que las fotos, películas, grabaciones, imágenes electrónicas serán propiedad única del Condado.

Montgomery County Department of Recreation 4010 Randolph Road Silver Spring, MD 20902

PRSRT STD US Postage Paid Rockville, MD Permit No.138 or current resident

24-31 (Spring Break Week)

Weekends in Aprl

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10AM -6 PM

Can you find 'em all?

Mark off the Spring-themed items pJaced along the tracks with your "Eye Spy" card.

Located in both Cabin John & Wheaton Reg ion al Parks • Great for families! Each child under 2 rides free per paying adult.

• Tickets can be purchased online at ActiveMONTGOMERY.org starting March 1st. or onsile the day of.

Learn more by visiting www.MontgomeryParks.org/Trains

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