Youth T-Ball,Baseball & Softball

Baseball, Softball, T-Ball Youth Leagues

WPRF Baseball, Softball & T-Ball leagues promote skill development, teamwork, good sportsmanship, equal participation & fun! Registration includes team shirt and hat. All teams practice at local parks. Teams are coached by volunteers. Game time will be between 5:15-7:30 pm.

1. Teams are organized by practice location. Participants should be registered for the grade level they are in during the

2. Wisconsin State Law requires a Parent or Guardian to sign a Concussion Information & Release Form prior to your child playing ball. Concussion form will be signed online when signing up online otherwise will need to be signed in person. 3. Teams are coached by a volunteer coach or co-coaches. If you are interested in volunteering to help with your child’s team, please indicate your interest when registering. A training session will be held, and all volunteers must attend.

All lead volunteers will be subject to Background Checks prior to the season. Volunteers, please fill out a Volunteer

Background Check Form when signing up your child, found at www.waukesha-wi.gov. 4. Please indicate participant’s shirt size on registration form: YS = youth small (6-8), YM = youth medium (10-12), YL = youth large (14-16), AS = adult small, AM = adult medium, AL = adult large, AXL = adult extra large. Any registrations after registration deadline shirt sizes are not guaranteed.

6. Required equipment: Glove and Batting helmet

Recommended equipment: Cleats (No Metal) 7. Make up games will be made up on practice night during the season.

4K-K T-Ball Co-Ed

T-Ball is a non-competitive program focused on fun, fitness, and fundamentals of basic baseball and softball.

Game Day/Dates: Thursday, 6/15-7/27 Practice starts week of 5/22 R/NR FEE: $80/$100

PRACTICE PARK DAY TIME CODE Banting Tu 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.110 Davids Tu 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.120 Dopp #1 Tu 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.130 Lowell Tu 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.140 Merrill Crest Tu 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.150 Merrill Crest Tu 7:15-8:15 pm 2000.151 Prairie Tu 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.160 Prairie Tu 7:15-8:15 pm 2000.161 Roberta #1 Tu 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.170 Fox River Pky. South Tu 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.190

GAMES: W.R.O. Youth Complex Min: 8 Max: 12 Game Day/Dates: Monday, 6/12-7/31 No Games 7/3 Practice starts week of 5/22 R/NR FEE: $80/$100

PRACTICE PARK DAY TIME CODE Banting W 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.112 Davids W 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.122 Lowell W 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.142 Merrill Crest W 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.152 Prairie W 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.162 Roberta #1 W 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.172 Fox River Pky. South W 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.192 Dopp #1 W 6:15-7:15 pm 2000.193

GAMES: W.R.O. Youth Complex Min: 8 Max: 12

1st-2nd Grade Girls Friendly Pitch Softball

Game Day/Dates: Wednesday, 6/14-7/26 Practice starts week of 5/22 R/NR FEE: $80/$100

PRACTICE PARK DAY TIME CODE Banting M 6:15-7:15 pm 2100.113 Davids M 6:15-7:15 pm 2100.123 Dopp #1 M 6:15-7:15 pm 2100.132 Roberta #1 M 6:15-7:15 pm 2100.173

GAMES: W.R.O. Youth Complex Min: 8 Max: 12

3rd-4th Grade Girls Fastpitch Softball

Game Day/Dates: Wednesday, 6/14-7/26 Practice starts week of 5/22 R/NR FEE: $80/$100

PRACTICE PARK DAY TIME CODE Banting M 7:15-8:15 pm 2100.114 Dopp #1 M 7:15-8:15 pm 2100.133 Prairie M 6:15-7:15 pm 2100.163 Roberta #1 M 7:15-8:15 pm 2100.174

GAMES: W.R.O. Youth Complex Min: 8 Max: 12

5th-6th Grade Girls Fastpitch Softball

Game Day/Dates: Wednesday, 6/14-7/26 Practice starts week of 5/22 R/NR FEE: $80/$100

PRACTICE PARK DAY TIME CODE Davids M 7:15-8:15 pm 2100.124 Lowell M 6:15-7:15 pm 2100.143 Merrill Crest M 6:15-7:15 pm 2100.144 Prairie M 7:15-8:15 pm 2100.164

GAMES: W.R.O. Youth Complex Min: 8 Max: 12

1st-2nd Grade Boys Friendly Pitch Baseball

Game Day/Dates: Tuesday, 6/13-7/25 No Games 7/4

Practice starts week of 5/22 R/NR FEE: $80/$100

PRACTICE PARK DAY TIME CODE Banting Th 6:15-7:15 pm 2200.116 Banting Th 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.120 Davids Th 6:15-7:15 pm 2200.125 Dopp #1 Th 6:15-7:15 pm 2200.134 Dopp #1 Th 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.121 Lowell Th 6:15-7:15 pm 2200.146 Lowell Th 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.147 Merrill Crest Th 6:15-7:15 pm 2200.153 Prairie Th 6:15-7:15 pm 2200.166 Roberta #1 Th 6:15-7:15 pm 2200.172

GAMES: W.R.O. Youth Complex Min: 8 Max: 12 3rd-4th Grade Boys Baseball

Game Day/Dates: Monday, 6/12-7/31 No Games 7/3 Practice starts week of 5/22 R/NR FEE: $80/$100

PRACTICE PARK DAY TIME CODE Banting W 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.117 Davids W 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.126 Merrill Crest W 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.154 Prairie W 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.167 Dopp #1 W 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.171 Lowell W 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.173

GAMES: W.R.O. Youth Complex Min: 8 Max: 12

5th-6th Grade Boys ** Baseball

Game Day/Dates: Tuesday, 6/13-7/25 No Games 7/4 Practice starts week of 5/22 R/NR FEE: $80/$100

PRACTICE PARK DAY TIME CODE Davids Th 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.127 Prairie Th 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.135 Merrill Crest Th 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.155 Roberta #1 Th 7:15-8:15 pm 2200.176

GAMES: W.R.O. Youth Complex Min: 8 Max: 12

7th-8th Grade Boys ** Baseball

Game Day/Dates: Monday, 6/12-7/31 No Games 7/3 Practice starts week of 5/22 R/NR FEE: $80/$100

PRACTICE PARK DAY TIME CODE Prairie W 6:30-8:00 pm 2200.168 Prairie Th 6:30-8:00 pm 2200.169

Min: 8 Max. 12

** May have some local travel games.

WaukeshaPublicLibrary.org

321 Wisconsin Ave. Waukesha, WI 53186 262-524-3680

Located in the Children’s Program Room

Mondays @ 10:00 AM February 6-March 27 Stories come alive in this fun and active drop-in storytime for children of all ages. Children will be encouraged to use their imaginations through the use of puppets, songs, fingerplays, and a variety of creative activities.

Fridays @ 10:00 AM February 10-March 31 Infants, toddlers, and their caregivers are invited to join us for stories, music, fingerplays, and other fun activities that help foster a love of reading. Storytime is followed by playgroup – an informal gathering for families. Simply drop in and enjoy a room filled with toys, puzzles, music, and (of course!) books.

Thursdays @ 10:00 AM February 9-March 30 Children ages 3-4 and their caregivers are invited to join us for a fun-filled morning of stories and early literacy activities. We will focus on the five key early literacy skills: READ! TALK! SING! WRITE! PLAY!

Tuesdays @ 6:30 PM February 7-March 28 Join us for bedtime stories with Miss Kathy and her lovable puppet friends. PJs, pillows, and fuzzy slippers optional.

Wednesdays @ 10:00 AM February 15-March 29 Imaginative stories, singing, dancing and more!

February 8 @ 10:00 AM Dance the morning away with your little sweetheart. Learn family-friendly dances and enjoy light refreshments.

Reading with your child will build pre-reading skills that will ensure they enter 5K ready to succeed. Babies and children not yet enrolled in kindergarten are encouraged to sign up. Stop by the Library to receive your reading log or sign up using the Virtual Reading Programs tab on our website.

Many of the programs in this brochure are made possible by the Friends of Waukesha Public Library. If you’re interested in joining the Friends, information can be found on the Library’s website.

WPL is committed to providing the highest degree of accessibility within our means. Please call 262-524-3695 two weeks prior to any event with disability-related accommodation requests.

Mondays @ 4:00 PM February 6-March 27 Children's Program Room Each week will feature a different activity to enjoy. Join us for art, robotics, and more! LEGO™ Bricks offered on February 27 and March 27.

Mondays @ 4:30 PM February 27, March 27, April 24 Studio 321 Drop by Studio 321 for special activities geared just for kids! Makers under age 11 must have an adult with them when using the makerspace.

Mondays @ 4:30 & 6:30 PM February 13, March 13, April 10 Kitchen Experience hands-on programs in our Kitchen! Kids ages 5-12. Registration begins January 3.

Saturdays @ 2:00 PM February 4-March 25 Children’s Program Room Stop by for a fun activity or program! Each week will feature something different.

March 18 @ 2:00 PM

Program Room A/B Celebrate Irish heritage with a live performance from the Trinity Academy of Irish Dance.

March 16, 4:00-6:00 PM Children’s Department Join us to celebrate the creativity of Waukesha’s young artists and their teachers. Enjoy music, refreshments, and an opportunity to create your own masterpiece. Art from the School District of Waukesha will be on display all month.

Sábado, 29 de abril 10:00 AM-12:00 PM Program Room A/B Únanse a nuestra celebración bilingüe que conecta a las familias con historias diversas y honra la herencia cultural. Este evento tendrá lugar en La Sala de Programas ubicada en el primer piso de la biblioteca.

January 21, 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Program Room A/B Calling bug lovers of all ages! Drop in between 10:00 AM and 12:00 PM to get an up-close look at giant bugs and other fascinating creatures. Educator and self-proclaimed "bug geek" Tony Gustin will be at the Library with his Creepy Crawly Zoo.

January 21, 1:30-3:30 PM

Program Room A/B Kids of all ages are invited to join us in making animal-themed crafts.

January 21, 1:30 -3:30 PM Teen Zone Teens in grades 7-12, create penguin plushies and a mosaic design of your favorite winter animals.

January 21, 12:00 – 4:30 PM Studio 321 All ages are welcome to join us during open studio hours for a “Call of the Wild” activity.

Monday-Wednesday, 12:00 - 6:00 PM Thursday, 12:00 – 8:00 PM Friday, 12:00 -5:00 PM Drop in and explore Studio 321. Supplies will be available to craft, build, learn, and tinker (while quantities last). All ages are welcome. Makers under age 11 must be accompanied by an adult.

Learn how to use the Glowforge Laser Cutter, 3D Printers, and the Cricut Maker 3. Classes will be held on Thursday evenings at 6:00 PM. Find class times and register using the Library’s online event calendar. Registration is required.

Afterschool Activities | Tuesdays & Wednesdays | 2:30 – 4:00 PM Teens in grades 7-12 are invited to participate.

February 7 & 8 | March 7 & 8 Join us after school to play Nintendo Switch games, board games, and more.

February 28 & March 1 Come and explore the Kitchen and eat a delicious treat.

February 14 & 15 | March 14 & 15 Stop by to create art, tinker with technology, and learn new skills.

February 21 & 22 | March 21 & 22 Meet up to make fun, simple-to-do crafts.

February 20, March 20, April 17 3:00 PM | Studio 321 Drop by for activities geared just for teens.

February 21 & March 21

6:00 PM | Studio 321 Let's meet to celebrate our love for all things manga and anime! Join us for discussion, an art activity, and more.

Babysitters Training

The American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training class, designed for today’s 11-14 year olds, features an exciting activity-based format. The class addresses safety issues, preventing injuries, basic childcare, first aid, decision-making skills, age-appropriate behavior and play. Students must attend the full class to successfully pass the course.

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 11+ Su 2/19 9:00 am-3:30 pm $70/$90 3800.100 11+ Su 3/12 9:00 am-3:30 pm $70/$90 3800.101 11+ Su 4/23 9:00 am-3:30 pm $70/$90 3800.102 11+ Su 5/21 9:00 am-3:30 pm $70/$90 3800.103

WPRF Office, Kathryn Muehl Meeting Room Min: 7 Max: 10 Instructor: Samantha James, Certified American Red Cross Babysitting Instructor NOTE: Please bring a snack, lunch and drink to class.

Lifeguarding

If you’re 15 years or older and looking for a great summer job or challenging career, the American Red Cross Lifeguarding program is the place to start. Through videos, group discussion and hands-on practice, you will learn patron rescue and surveillance skills, first aid and CPR/AED. Our program will focus on a variety of environments including pools and shallow water attractions. Pre-requisites: Students must be 15 years of age by the last day of the class, complete a 300-yard continuous swim, tread water for two minutes just using their legs and retrieve a 10-pound brick from a depth of 10 feet and swim 20 yards with both hands on the brick.

• Participation does not guarantee certification. • Written requests for refunds will only be accepted prior to 1st day of class. •Bring a suit, towel, sweats, water, swim goggles, highlighter and pen.

Candidates who are not interested in employment with WPRF will be charged $200 for instruction.

15+ Sa, Su 3/25-26,4/1 8:00 am-1:00 pm *FREE/$200 4500.199

M-F 3/27-3/31 5:00-7:30 pm

Van Male Natatorium, Carroll Campus Min: 3 Max: 10 Instructor: WPRF Aquatics Staff, ARC Lifeguard Instructor Attire: Must wear aqua shoes with non-slip tread. Leading Forward: Leadership Training for Teens (Ages 12-16)

This active and engaging leadership program will inspire and motivate teens to become leaders within the community.We will focus on building character, college/career readiness and how to play and teach classic park and rec games.Through interactive activities and exercises, this training will teach teens how to gain greater control over their lives and how to recognize and harness the power of their own leadership skills.Topics of discussion and learning include: happiness and gratitude, self-confidence, professionalism, communication, commitment, goal-setting and more!

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 12-16 Su 5/7 9:00 am-2:00 pm $55/$75 3000.104 12-16 F 6/23 9:00 am-2:00 pm $55/$75 3000.105

PREVIOUS LIT REVIEW COURSE 13-16 Th 6/22 9:00-11:00 am No fee 3000.106

WPRF Office, 1900 Aviation Dr. Waukesha Min: 6 Max: 18 Kathryn Muehl Meeting Room Instructor: Savannah Wilcox NOTE: Please dress for active participation (gym shoes and athletic clothing). Participants should bring a bag lunch and snacks. This

Leaders in Training Program (LIT)

Teens who are entering grades 6-10 for the 2022-2023 school year may apply to become a fully trained volunteer for the summer Playgrounds Program. This prestigious and elevated position is an excellent resume and college application builder. Leaders in Training will receive intense leadership training, character-building education, first-hand experience of program planning and leading groups, professional development training, participation in Playground Leader staff meetings and more! Leaders in Training will commit to an average of 12 service hours per week at one of the 2023 summer playground sites TBD. Hours of volunteer are M-F between 12:00 pm-5:00 pm from 6/26-8/11 (at selected sites). Morning hours available at selected sites TBD. Please note that space is limited and not all Leaders in Training will receive their first choice.

1. Attend a Leading Forward Workshop 2. Complete a Leader in Training Application available online: waukesha-wi.gov/government/departments/teens-programs.php) and submit one letter of recommendation. Date to apply: 6/2 by 4:00 pm. Email the application to: swilcox@waukesha-wi.gov or send to WPRF, Attn:

Savannah Wilcox1900 Aviation Dr., Waukesha, WI 53188. 3. All applicants that apply are invited to participate in an interview held Thursday, 6/8 at 6:00 pm at the WPRF Office. 4. Candidates will be notified at the interview if they are selected. *Those who are selected but have not attended a

Leading Forward Workshop will be offered the position on the contingency of completing the workshop on 6/23. 5. All previous LIT volunteers must reapply for Summer 2023, attend the interview, and attend a review course offered on

Thursday, 6/22 from 9:00-11:00 am at the WPRF Office.

You must register in advance for this free review course. 6. Please note, we will not accept teen volunteers that have not taken the Leading Forward Workshop.

On the Road Family Trips Traveling with a group is more fun. Everyone is welcome! Any cancellations/refunds must be requested two (2) days prior to the trip; all theater tickets are non-refundable. Refunds may be given for trips if a replacement is found. Alcohol is prohibited on the bus.

From the producer of The Lion King and Aladdin, Frozen, the Tony®-nominated Best Musical, is now on tour across North America, and the critics rave, “It’s simply magical!” (LA Daily News). Frozen features the songs you love from the original Oscar®-winning film, plus an expanded score with a dozen new numbers. An unforgettable theatrical experience filled with sensational special effects, stunning sets and costumes, and powerhouse performances, Frozen is everything you want in a musical: It’s moving. It’s spectacular. And above all, it’s pure Broadway joy. Our seats for this performance are in the rear orchestra section in Uihlein Hall at the Marcus Center for the Performing Arts, Milwaukee.

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 6+ Su 4/16 Noon-4:00 pm $79 8900.354

Fee Includes: Deluxe motorcoach and Performance

Instructor: WPRF Staff Min: 35 Max: 52 Registration Deadline: Thursday,1/12

Recreational Tree Climbing

Peaceful and invigorating, Recreational Tree Climbing utilizes professional climbing gear, which allows climbers to ascend into and explore trees safely. Gain new appreciation for trees, nature, and your City Parks. Recreational Tree Climbing is a unique activity that can be enjoyed by an individual, in small groups, and is especially rewarding to families. All gear and instruction are provided. Participants should wear long pants and sturdy shoes and bring a sense of adventure. Challenge yourself, hang out in the trees and enjoy the view!

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 7+ Tu 4/18 4:30-6:30 pm $45/$65 1500.145

Fox River Parkway North Min: 6 Max: 9 Instructor: Treetop Explorer Staff NOTE: Long pants and sturdy shoes are recommended. Grape Escape Painting

Get the family or friends together and come have some creative fun! Each participant will follow step by step instructions to create your very own masterpiece! Please register each family member who would like to paint. Instructions courtesy of Grape Escape LLC!

VALENTINES HEART 8+ Sa 2/4 3:00-4:00 pm $20/$30 1500.140

WINTRY SCENE 8+ Sa 3/18 3:00-4:00 pm $20/$30 1500.141

CHERRY BLOSSOM 8+ Sa 4/8 3:00-4:00 pm $20/$30 1500.142

BUDDING TREE 8+ Sa 5/20 3:00-4:00 pm $20/$30 1500.143

Instructor: Briona Conway, Grape Escape LLC Min: 5 Max: 20

Youth and Adult Tae Kwon Do

Tae Kwon Do for the whole family, beginning at age 7! Learn and develop the Ancient Korean art of self-defense! The Novice and Intermediate students will focus on selfdefense, basic forms, sparing, and hapkido while developing your body and mind through mental and physical discipline. The Advanced students will focus on complex movements, building confidence and learning to compete towards the goal of becoming a Black Belt. Advanced self-defense focusses on just the combative self-defense strategies.

FAMILY TAEKWONDO (WHITE-BLUE STRIPE) 7+ Tu 1/10-4/18 5:30-6:30 pm $185/$205 1500.122 (no class 3/21) 7+ Th 1/5-4/27 6:10-7:10 pm $185/$205 1500.123 (no class 1/19, 2/23, 3/23)

NOVICE/INTERMEDIATE/ADVANCED SELF DEFENSE 7+ Tu 1/10-4/18 6:30-7:30 pm $185/$205 1500.124 (no class 3/21)

ADVANCED CLASS (RED-BLACK BELTS ONLY) 7+ Th 1/5-4/27 7:10-8:10 pm $185/$205 1500.125 (no class 1/19, 2/23, 3/23)

COMBINATION CLASS Register for any 2 classes and receive an $80 discount

Buchner Community Room Min: 10 Max: 25 Instructor: David Galewski NOTE: Testing on 4/25 & 4/27. A uniform is required & can be purchased through the instructor for $40. Any returning students from previous classes will retain their rank, ITF forms and WTF forms styles.

Old Family Photos & the Digital Age

This is the perfect time to finally cull and organize your old family photos hiding in boxes, albums and slide trays into print and digital collections. This two-hour seminar covers how to select images, create a workflow, get and stay organized, how to scan prints and slides, outsource options, and archiving the collection. Information on computer use will be for Windows PC computers.

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 16+ Tu 1/10 6:30-8:30 pm $20/$30 6000.178

WPRF Office, Kathryn Muehl Meeting Room Min: 4 Max: 20 Instructor: C.T. Kruger

Cutting the Cord – Controlling Cable & Internet Costs Korean Soup and Salad

Participants will try their hand at pork kimchi stew and lettuce salad with soy sauce, rice vinegar and sesame oil dressing! Please contact perillakitchen@gmail.com with any food allergies or restriction after registering for class.

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 16+ W 3/15 6:30-8:30 pm $45/$65 6000.123

Buchner Pool, Community Room Min: 6 Max: 12 Instructor: Jennifer Lee-Adrian of Perilla Kitchen, International Culinary Center Graduate

Fees for cable television, home internet, smartphones and streaming services quickly add up to hundreds of dollars. This seminar reviews your options to cut costs and still watch television programs and have internet access on all devices.

Korean Fried Dumplings

Learn how to make Korean fried dumplings! Participants will hand make pork dumplings and vegan dumplings with sauce! Please contact perillakitchen@gmail.com with any food allergies or restriction after registering for class.

16+ Th 1/12 6:30-8:30 pm $20/$30 6000.179

Instructor: C.T. Kruger Min: 4 Max: 20 The Camera in Your Smartphone

It’s a camera, it’s a photo album, it’s a television - it’s your phone. Learn about apps, tips, tricks and limitations for pictures and video from iPhone and Android smartphones and tablets. This class will cover your device’s camera, home and Cloud storage options, printing and more.

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 16+ Tu 1/17 6:30-8:30 pm $20/$30 6000.180

Instructor: C.T. Kruger Min: 4 Max: 20 You Have Pictures In Your Cameras – Now What

We have hundreds - if not thousands - of pictures in our cameras, smartphones and computers. Now what…? This two-hour seminar teaches techniques to save pictures from cameras and smartphones to a computer, to external devices and to “the Cloud.” using Windows 10 PCs.

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 16+ Tu 1/24 6:30-8:30 pm $20/$30 6000.181

WPRF Office, Kathryn Muehl Meeting Room Min: 4 Max: 20 Instructor: C.T. Kruger Korean Dumpling Rice Cake Soup

Learn about Lunar New Year and make Korean Beef Dumpling Rice Cake soup! Learn how to make dumplings and make the soup with brisket, oval rice cakes and scallions. Please contact perillakitchen@gmail.com with any food allergies or restriction after registering for class.

16+ W 1/11 6:30-8:30 pm $45/$65 6000.122 16+ W 4/19 6:30-8:30 pm $45/$65 6000.124

Buchner Pool, Community Room Min: 6 Max: 12 Instructors: Jennifer Lee-Adrian of Perilla Kitchen, International Culinary Center Graduate

Let’s Make Soup

Let’s make soup together. This nutritious, easy to make, meal is a crowd pleaser! It’s easy to freeze for a make ahead meal and is always a tasty treat on a cold day. In this hands on workshop, we will make and sample soup. Learn nutrition information and how to incorporate into weekly meal planning. Bring containers for take home samples.

16+ Tu 2/21 6:00-8:00 pm $28/$42 6000.182 NEW! Pop Up Card Making - Valentine’s Day

Learn to make a stunning pop-up card using a single pair of scissors! You don’t need hundreds of dollars worth of card making supplies to break into this hobby. Before long, you’ll be making unique and beautiful cards for every occasion! Students will learn the secret to constructing a pop-up card and be introduced to the basics of calligraphy. Each student will be provided a pair of sharpened scissors, a calligraphy pen, plus all the material and ideas they need to personalize their card.

Schuetze Recreation Center, Meeting Room Min: 8 Max: 18 Instructor: Julie Toman, DPI Home Economics Teacher

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 16+ W 2/8 6:30-8:00 pm $31/$47 6000.125

Allô Chocolat – Chocolate Clusters and Chocolate Bark

In this class at Allô Chocolat Studio, experienced chocolatiers will lead you through the art of creating your own chocolate bark and cluster masterpieces. These delicious treats can be customized to fit the participant’s taste preferences with chocolate type and topping options. Sign up for a fun afternoon at Allô Chocolat and leave with your personalized, handmade creations!

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 16+ Sa 4/29 1:30-3:30 pm $37/$56 6000.183

Buchner Pool, Community Room Min: 8 Max: 28 Instructor: Moleta: Artisanal Sharpening

NEW! Wood Carving for Beginners – Wood Spirits!

Discover the craft and hobby of wood carving with guided instruction! Students will learn the basics of wood carving and carve their own wood spirit – a mythical bearded creature who are said to reside in the forest! Each student will be provided with a carving block, a variety of carving tools plus a pair of cut-proof gloves to wear during the class, sandpaper, and colorful staining options for their creation.

Allô Chocolat Studio – 234 W. Main Street Min: 8 Max: 18 Instructor: Julie Toman, DPI Home Economics Teacher and Allô Chocolat Staff 18+ W 3/22 6:00-8:00 pm $68/$88 6000.126

Buchner Pool, Community Room Min: 8 Max: 20 Instructor: Moleta: Artisanal Sharpening

Power of Attorney for Finance

Complete this full document in a two night program! We encourage you to bring your spouse or other appointed person to the presentation. A durable power of attorney for finances is a simple and reliable way to arrange for someone to manage your finances if you become incapacitated or otherwise unable to manage them.

16+ Tu 3/7 & 3/14 5:00-5:45 pm $85/$105 6000.127 Single 16+ Tu 3/7 & 3/14 5:00-5:45 pm $130/$150 6000.128 For a Couple (Please put both names on registration form)

*3/7 Group presentation/discussion, 3/14 pick up completed document –Please note: Melissa Robe will be available to answer questions

Instructor: Melissa Robe, Estate Planning Attorney Min: 10 Max: 40 Estate Planning (Trust, Wills, Pay or Transfer on Death Designations, Joint Tenancies, and More)

No matter how large or modest, everyone has an estate. Your estate is comprised of everything you own and planning your estate is not a “one size fits all” approach. Estate Planning Attorney, Melissa Robe, will discuss the many aspects including distribution of assets upon your death, tax minimization, funeral planning and avoiding probate/court proceedings. After the presentation, Attorney Robe will be available to schedule individual consultations to review your personal estate planning options.

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 16+ W 3/15 5:00-7:00 pm $30/$45 6000.129

Schuetze Recreation Center, Activity Room Min: 10 Max: 40 Instructor: Melissa Robe, Estate Planning Attorney

Sign up required for these JanBoree Events

Yukon Slide JanBoree Weekend-

Register for a time slot to book your toboggan, 45 minutes of fun.

• We ask one person to check in family groups, maximum four riders • Check in is located at the Lowell Shelter. • Once down the toboggan run, please leave the landing area. • One rider must be over the age of 18. • No Walk Ups •Pre-registration required.

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE Family F 1/13 5:00 pm No Fee 5830.140 Family F 1/13 6:00 pm No Fee 5830.141 Family F 1/13 7:00 pm No Fee 5830.142 Family Sa 1/14 3:00 pm No Fee 5830.143 Family Sa 1/14 4:00 pm No Fee 5830.144 Family Sa 1/14 5:00 pm No Fee 5830.145 Family Sa 1/14 6:00 pm No Fee 5830.146 Family Sa 1/14 7:00 pm No Fee 5830.147 Family Sa 1/14 8:00 pm No Fee 5830.148 Family Su 1/15 1:00 pm No Fee 5830.149 Family Su 1/15 2:00 pm No Fee 5830.150 Family Su 1/15 3:00 pm No Fee 5830.151

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, 1/11, Noon

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE Family Sa 1/21 1:00 pm No Fee 5830.152 Family Sa 1/21 2:00 pm No Fee 5830.153 Family Sa 1/21 3:00 pm No Fee 5830.154 Family Su 1/22 1:00 pm No Fee 5830.155 Family Su 1/22 2:00 pm No Fee 5830.156 Family Su 1/22 3:00 pm No Fee 5830.157

Registration Deadline: Wednesday, 1/18, Noon

Photo by Jim Kurovsky

Glow Wild Walk

Sponsored By: The Park Foundation of Waukesha, Inc. Bring warmth, light and laughter to our winter night at the Glow Wild Walk. In the spirit of the theme, participants are encouraged to bring recorded or animal callers to the event – everyone making a sound as they pass the call of the wild station on the trail will receive a surprise. Each participant will receive a glow stick flashlight to brighten up the night and walk the 1.7-mile trail in Frame Park. Participants must pre-register for this event (all family members need to register to receive a flashlight).

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 2+ F 1/13 5:30 pm No Fee 5830.113 2+ F 1/13 5:45 pm No Fee 5830.114 2+ F 1/13 6:00 pm No Fee 5830.115 2+ F 1/13 6:15 pm No Fee 5830.116 2+ F 1/13 6:30 pm No Fee 5830.117

1150 Baxter St. Max: 100 NOTE: No charge, but pre-registration is required. Glow stick flashlight provided to each registered participant

Family Painting

Get the family or friends together and come have some creative fun! Each participant will follow step by step instructions to create your very own masterpiece! Please register each family member who would like to paint. Instructions courtesy of Grape Escape LLC!

WINTERY SNOWMAN

Families 8+ Tu 1/17 5:00-6:00 pm $7 1500.144

Schuetze Recreation Center, Riverview Room Min: 5 Max: 20 Instructor: Briona Conway, Grape Escape LLC

New Gold Rush Sip ‘n Savor: Mule Tasting Event

Rush to register before gold fever strikes. The theme of the Waukesha JanBoree is Call of the Wild and it’s time for the grown-ups to have their turn at fun. We’ll be at the perfect setting of the Historic Courthouse 1893 to enjoy five different varieties of Mules, heavy appetizers, entertainment, and a gift. Proceeds help to keep JanBoree events free.

AGE DAY DATE TIME R/NR FEE CODE 21+ F 1/20 6:00-9:00 pm $80 5830.190

Your gift will help sustain WPRF’s excellence and ensure quality programs and services for future generations. The Park Foundation of Waukesha, Inc. was established in 2008 to help preserve and enrich the quality of life in Waukesha through the enhancement of city parks, trails, recreation programs, and the urban forest.

Waukesha Parks, Recreation & Forestry is currently accepting applications for seasonal recreation, parks and aquatic position listed below. Applications may be obtained at the WPRF Office 1900 Aviation Dr., Waukesha, WI 53188, or you can apply online: waukesha-wi.gov/jobs Apply early!

Toboggan Run Attendant: 18 yrs. & older Youth Soccer League Officials: 14 yrs. & older Youth Soccer League Site Supervisors: 18 yrs. & older Sports Complex Supervisors: 18 yrs. & older Saratoga, Mindiola & WRO Supervisors: 21 yrs. & older Saratoga Softball Scorekeepers: 16 yrs. & older Buchner Sports Supervisor/Scorekeeper: 18 yrs. & older Youth Baseball, Softball Officials: 14 yrs. & older Adult Softball/Umpire Officials: 18 yrs. & older Adult Basketball Officials: 18 yrs. & older Adult Touch Football Officials: 18 yrs. & older Volunteer Youth Coaches & Paid Youth Coaches: 18 yrs. & older Concession Workers: 18 yrs. & older

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Recreation Assistants: 18 yrs. & older

Before & Afterschool Instructors: 16 yrs. & older Youth Development (Playground Leaders): 16 yrs. & older

Lifeguards, Swim Lesson Instructor: 15 yrs. & older Front Desk Attendants: 16 yrs. & older Concession Workers: 15 yrs. & older

Youth Gymnastics Instructors/Assistants: 16 yrs. & older Group Fitness Instructors (Substitutes): 18 yrs. & older

Temporary Office Help: 18 yrs. & older

Internships: 18 yrs. & older

Parks & Facilities Maintenance Workers: 18 yrs. & older

Facility Attendants: 18 yrs. & older

QiGong – Moving Meditation

QiGong is an ancient Chinese practice designed to promote health, mindfulness, and inner peace. During this class, students will explore relaxation techniques that reduce stress and improve awareness. These lessons will include breathing exercises plus slow simple movements suitable for people of all ages.

16+ Tu 1/3-3/21 9:00-10:00 am $36/$54 7000.146 (no class 2/21) 16+ Tu 3/28-5/23 9:00-10:00 am $26/$39 7000.147 (no class 4/4)

ROTARY BUILDING 16+ Sa 1/7-3/25 9:00-10:00 am $39/$59 7000.148 16+ Sa 4/1-5/20 9:00-10:00 am $26/$39 7000.149

Instructor: Romy Ilich, Certified Instructor Min: 8 Max: 20

Super Fit

This high-energy exercise class will include Hi/Low aerobics, boot camp, circuit, interval training, cardio dance, toning, strength and more. Never a dull moment! Workouts are designed for all fitness levels and structured so no one is left behind. A great way to meet people, increase your energy level and improve your physical and social well being. Bring a water bottle and mat, no other equipment needed!

HALF SESSION

16+ M, W, F 1/4-3/3 9:00-10:10 am $78/$98 7000.120 16+ M, W, F 3/6-5/19 9:00-10:10 am $90/$110 7000.121 (no class 3/27, 3/29, 3/31)

FULL SESSION 16+ M, W, F 1/4-5/19 9:00-10:10 am $168/$188 7000.122 (no class 3/27, 3/29, 3/31)

Schuetze Recreation Center, Gym Min: 12 Max: 35 Instructor: Erin Krizizke, Certified NETA Instructor Tai Chi – Yang Style For Beginners

This is an introduction to the ancient art of Tai Chi. A complete mind and body training, which implements soft and gentle exercises, aims to improve balance, posture, endurance, and relaxation. Throughout the session, students will be introduced to the principles and guidelines of Tai Chi, starting with basic movements and progressing to more intricate patterns.

16+ Tu 1/3-3/21 9:00-10:00 am $36/$54 7000.150 (no class 2/21) 16+ Tu 3/28-5/23 9:00-10:00 am $26/$39 7000.151 (no class 4/4)

ROTARY BUILDING 16+ Sa 1/7-3/25 10:00-11:00 am $39/$59 7000.152 (no class 1/21) 16+ Sa 4/1-5/20 10:00-11:00 am $26/$39 7000.153

Instructor: Romy Ilich, Certified Instructor Min: 8 Max: 20

Tai Chi - Yang Style for Intermediate

In this session, we will practice the Traditional 37 short form, starting with basic stances, and moving into slow-paced, detailed lessons of Section One of the form. These classes will concentrate on proper stances, correct posture, and alignment.

16+ Th 1/5-3/23 9:00-10:00 am $36/$54 7000.154 (no class 1/26) 16+ Th 3/30-5/18 9:00-10:00 am $26/$39 7000.155

Instructor: Romy Ilich, Certified Instructor Min: 8 Max: 20

Tai Chi - Yang Style for Advanced

During this fast-paced class, we will continue training the Traditional 37 short form. Students will be introduced to more challenging exercises included in Section Two and Section Three of the form. Previous training is highly recommended.

16+ Th 1/5-3/23 10:00-11:00 am $36/$54 7000.156 (no class 1/26) 16+ Th 3/30-5/18 10:00-11:00 am $26/$39 7000.157

Instructor: Romy Ilich, Certified Instructor Min: 8 Max: 20

ABC - Arms, Butt, Core

Want variety in your workout? Want to concentrate on Arms, Butt and Core? Join ABC. This class will focus on exercises to give you rock solid abs, tight buns, better balance, and endurance. Plus strengthen, tone, and build your endurance from head to toe. Use of balls, bands, tubes, and other equipment will add variety and new dimensions to your workout. Please bring a water bottle and mat to class.

TWO DAYS A WEEK

16+ M, W 1/4-3/8 5:30-6:15 pm $62/$82 7000.109 16+ M, W 3/20-5/24 5:30-6:15 pm $65/$85 7000.110

ONE DAY A WEEK 16+ M 1/9-3/6 5:30-6:15 pm $29/$44 7000.111 16+ M 3/20-5/22 5:30-6:15 pm $33/$50 7000.112 16+ W 1/4-3/8 5:30-6:15 pm $33/$50 7000.113 16+ W 3/22-5/24 5:30-6:15 pm $33/$50 7000.114

Schuetze Recreation Center, Gym Min: 12 Max: 35 Instructor: Sue Peterson, Certified NETA Instructor

Boot Camp

Boot camp combines the major fitness components for a challenging, well-balanced workout including cardiovascular exercise, resistance training, sports conditioning and teamwork. Options are provided for all fitness levels. Bring a water bottle, no other equipment needed!

16+ Tu 1/10-3/7 5:30-6:15 pm $29/$44 7000.180 16+ Tu 3/21-5/23 5:30-6:15 pm $33/$50 7000.181 Fit Mix

This high-energy exercise class will include Hi/Low aerobics, boot camp, circuit, interval training, cardio dance, toning, strength and more. Never a dull moment! Workouts are designed for all fitness levels and structured so no one is left behind. Great way to meet people, increase your energy level and improve your physical and social well-being. Bring a water bottle and mat.

TWO DAYS A WEEK

16+ Tu, Th 1/3-3/2 6:15-7:15 pm $59/$79 7000.100 16+ Tu, Th 3/7-5/11 6:15-7:15 pm $65/$85 7000.101

ONE DAY A WEEK 16+ Tu 1/3-2/28 6:15-7:15 pm $29/$44 7000.102 16+ Tu 3/7-5/9 6:15-7:15 pm $33/$50 7000.103 16+ Th 1/5-3/2 6:15-7:15 pm $29/$44 7000.104 16+ Th 3/9-5/11 6:15-7:15 pm $33/$50 7000.105

Schuetze Recreation Center, Activity Room Min: 12 Max: 30 Instructor: Pam Treder, Certified NETA Instructor

Zumba

Zumba is the fusion of Latin and International music dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, effective workout! Routines will feature aerobic/fitness interval training with a combination of fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body. It is a mixture of body sculpting movement with easy to follow dance steps.

16+ M 1/9-2/27 6:00-7:00 pm $39/$59 7000.160 (no class 1/23)

EB Shurts, Womens Room Min: 9 Max: 25 Instructor: Amy Sadenwasser, Certified Zumba Instructor

Schuetze Recreation Center, Activity Room Min: 12 Max: 25 Instructor: Sue Peterson, Certified NETA Instructor

Core Conditioning

Improve your posture and build core muscles with a variety of exercises designed to strengthen your abdomen and back muscles. Walk taller, feel stronger! Participants are asked to bring a water bottle and mat, no other equipment needed!

AGE DAY DATES TIME R/NR FEE CODE 16+ Th 1/5-3/2 5:30-6:00 pm $27/$41 7000.184 16+ Th 3/9-5/11 5:30-6:00 pm $30/$45 7000.185

Schuetze Recreation Center, Activity Room Min: 12 Max: 30 Instructor: Pam Treder, Certified NETA Instructor

AGE DAY DATES TIME R/NR FEE CODE 16+ Tu 1/10-2/14 6:00-7:00 pm $33/$50 7000.161 16+ Tu 2/21-4/4 6:00-7:00 pm $39/$59 7000.162 16+ Tu 4/11-5/23 6:00-7:00 pm $39/$59 7000.163

Schuetze Recreation Center, Riverview Room Min: 9 Max: 20 Instructor: Caryn Hein, Certified Zumba Instructor

Zumba Gold – Dance Your Way to Health For Beginners to Older, Active Adults

Zumba Gold improves balance, flexibility and cardiovascular strength with its unique program. Zumba Gold is designed to teach the basic dance steps to anyone. Difference between Zumba Basic and Zumba Gold – speed and intensity of the dance moves and length of warm up and cool down.

AGE DAY DATES TIME R/NR FEE CODE 16+ Th 3/16-4/20 5:30-6:30 pm $33/$50 7000.164 16+ Th 4/27-6/1 5:30-6:30 pm $33/$50 7000.165

Merengue and Salsa

Join us for the exciting dances of Merengue and Salsa. Merengue is a fun Latin dance that will introduce you to partner dancing as well as line dancing. Salsa is a very hot Latin dance that you can use for parties and club dancing. Come learn both dances in a comfortable environment, while having fun! Registration for this class is per individual.

AGE DAY DATES TIME R/NR FEE CODE 18+ W 1/11-3/8 6:15-7:05 pm $50/$70 7000.170 18+ W 3/22-5/24 6:15-7:05 pm $55/$75 7000.171

Schuetze Recreation Center, Activity Room Min: 8 Max: 30 Instructor: Stephanie Scherzberg, Ballroom Basics Instructor

Cha Cha and Rumba Latin Dancing

Introduction to the hot, fast paced Latin dance Cha Cha! Slow things down with the romantic, smooth moves of the Rumba! Familiarize yourself with the basics of each dance while adding some exciting Latin moves to compliment each dance. Registration is for an individual and one partner. The partner’s name must be provided at time of registration.

AGE DAY DATES TIME R/NR FEE CODE 18+ W 1/11-3/8 7:15-8:05 pm $99/$119 7000.172 18+ W 3/22-5/24 7:15-8:05 pm $110/$130 7000.173

Schuetze Recreation Center, Activity Room Min: 5 Max: 10 Instructor: Stephanie Scherzberg, Ballroom Basics Instructor

Gentle Yoga for Health and Fitness

Yoga is a great low impact form of exercise that uses self awareness and focuses on the breath to connect Mind, Body & Spirit. This is a multi-level course designed to meet the health and fitness needs of class participants. With regular practice, yoga can help relieve the symptoms of many medical conditions including arthritis, back problems, muscle soreness and tightness due to sports or inactivity. Modifications are taught with props to meet the individual needs of students so they can find balance between strength and flexibility as they are building stamina and focus. Each class finishes with guided meditation and relaxation. Bring a yoga mat to class.

AGE DAY DATES TIME R/NR FEE CODE 16+ W 1/11-2/22 5:30-6:45 pm $62/$82 7000.168 16+ W 4/19-5/31 5:30-6:45 pm $62/$82 7000.169

Instructor: Beth Major, RYT Min: 5 Max: 22

20/20/20 Strength

Gain total body strength and definition with this dynamic and creative group strength-training class. The class uses a combination of power tubing, free weights and body weight exercises for an effective one hour class - 20 minutes upper body, 20 minutes lower body and 20 minutes of core conditioning. Perfect for men and women of all ages and abilities. No experience necessary! Bring a mat and a water bottle.

16+ Sa 1/7-3/11 7:45-8:45 am $29/$44 7000.132 (no class 1/21) 16+ Sa 3/18-5/20 7:45-8:45 am $29/$44 7000.133 (no class 4/1)

Schuetze Recreation Center, Gym Min: 12 Max: 35 Instructor: Pam Treder, Certified NETA Instructor and Sue Peterson, Certified NETA Instructor

See Page 24 for another Saturday Offering Tai Chi – Yang Style For Beginners

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