WCPR Summer Activity Guide 2019

Summer Activity Guide hundreds of programs for kids & teens 2019 • Online Registration begins March 1st • wcparksandrec.com

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2019 Camp Will is a specialized therapeutic day camp for children, adolescents and young adults with developmental and intellectual disabilities. For more information on this program, please visit www.wcparksandrec.com. Camp Will is listed under the Therapeutics tab.

ELIGIBILITY Campers must be a resident of Williamson County, ages 6-23 years (campers must be 6 by May 31, 2019) NEW CAMPERS An assessment must be completed by a parent/legal guardian prior to online registration. Campers must also be present during the assessment. The deadline to complete new assessments is Tuesday, March 12, 2019. Please call (615) 790-5719 ext. 2033 to schedule an appointment.

CAMP DATES June 3, 2019-July 19, 2019 (No camp on 7/4) Monday through Friday from 9am to 3pm CAMP LOCATIONS Pearre Creek Elementary Crockett Elementary 1811 Townsend Blvd.

9019 Crockett Road

Franklin, TN 37064

Brentwood, TN 37027

REGISTRATION AND FORMS FIRST STEP…Register online to sign up for Camp Will • Please note: For new campers, an assessment must be completed prior to online registration.

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Online registration will open at 9am on Wednesday, March 13, 2019. Registrations will be accepted until the program is full.

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Online registration is on a first come, first served basis.

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Registration must be completed by a parent or legal guardian.

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No in-person registrations will be accepted.

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Use the online code listed below to find the registration for the location of your choice. Please register at just one location.

14091 Pearre Creek 14092 Crockett

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During registration, parents can sign up for up to seven weeks of camp, depending on availability.

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Please note: Weeks will be confirmed at the end of online registration. Once registration is full, families will have the option to be put on a waiting list. For more information, please see the Waiting List section below.

• A $25 non-refundable fee will be due at the end of the transaction. Payment must be credit or debit card only (A small nonrefundable processing fee is collected for all transactions).

SECOND STEP…Complete registration in-person at one of the drop-in dates at the Franklin Complex (see below for dates and times) •

All paperwork (registration forms and updated assessments for returning campers) will be due at this time.

Please note: Registration forms are available to download online. Please visit wcparksandrec.com for more information, the Camp Will information can be found under the Therapeutics tab. Paper copies will also be available at each drop-in registration date.

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Final payment will be due (payment amount will depend on the number of weeks each camper is registered for). Cash or check payment methods preferred. The weekly rate is $65.

Financial Aid is available upon request, and must be approved PRIOR to the final payment.

Please e-mail traci.hamby@williamsoncounty-tn.gov for more information. Financial aid may supplement the weekly rate, but does not cover the $25 registration fee.

Drop-In Dates and Locations Franklin Recreation Complex, 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin, TN 37064

Nolensville Recreation Complex, 7250 Nolensville Road, Nolensville, TN 37135

Friday, March 29 from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

Tuesday, April 9 from 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Tuesday, April 2 from 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m.

Monday, April 8 from 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m.

WAITING LIST INFORMATION In order to keep things consistent and fair, please use the following steps to be placed on the Camp Will waiting list.

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When registration becomes full, please use one of the online codes listed below to be added to the waiting list. Please register at just one location.

14178 Pearre Creek 14195 Crockett

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Phone calls, emails, and text messages are not accepted methods to placing your camper on the waiting list. Please use one of the online codes above.

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Families will be notified (in the order in which their camper was placed on the waiting list) if any weeks become available.

Please note: Weeks typically only become available when another family backs out of a week.

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For questions concerning the waiting list, please email traci.hamby@williamsoncounty-tn.gov wcparksandrec.com

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Do you want to form a closer connection with the natural world and also learn about the area you live in? If so, this will be the perfect camp for you. You will learn how to observe things in nature, play games, learn about the history of the area, wander through creeks and much more! This is a fantastic way to gain confidence while outdoors. Join us!

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Rogers Anderson County Mayor

Gordon Hampton, Director

SUMMER NEWSLETTER June, July, August 2019

ATHLETICS

AQUATICS

PROGRAMS

COMMUNITY EVENTS

SENIOR ACTIVITIES

THERAPEUTIC PROGRAMS

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N O O S G N I M CO Find activities for ALL ages from kids to seniors.

Check back regularly at www.wcparksandrec.com For information about the Franklin Splash Park and our four outdoor pools, visit www.wcparksandrec.com

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Basketball

June 17Ҍ21 July 15Ҍ19 Academy Park 120 Everbright St.

Tennis

June 17-21 July 22-26 Franklin Rec Center 1120 Hillsboro Rd.

Soccer

July 22-26 Franklin Arena 1878 Downs Blvd.

Table Tennis

June 3-7 Academy Park 120 Everbright St.

Volleyball

June 10-14 July 8-12 Academy Park 120 Everbright St.

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Registration opens April 1st 2018

All Camps 9:00-Noon Ages 7-14 $70 per camp

For Information Contact Hunter Eubanks @ 615Ҍ786Ҍ0200 Ext. 2415 Hunter.Eubanks@ williamsoncountyҌtn.gov

VOLLEYBALL June 3-7 9:00 - 12:00 Ages 7-14 $70 per child

TENNIS June 10-14 9:00 - 12:00 Ages 7-14 $70 per child

BASKETBALL July 8-12 9:00 - 12:00 Ages 7-14 $70 per child

REGISTRATION OPENS APRIL 1ST

FOR MORE INFORMATION CONTACT HUNTER EUBANKS AT 615-786-0200 Hunter.Eubanks@williamsoncounty-tn.gov wcparksandrec.com

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Flag Football Camp Indoor Arena @ Crockett Park Ages 7-14 $70 per session Session 1: June 10-14

Session 2: July 15-19

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9:00-12:00pm

1:00-4:00pm

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June 1 June 8 Jun 15 July 13 July 20 July 27 Academy Park (120 Everbright Ave. Franklin) Beginner: Ages 7-10 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM Intermediate: Ages 11-14 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM *Register by age or skill* Cost: $50/session Registration Now Open!!!

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Hunter Eubanks at (615) 786-0200 Ext. 2415 wcparksandrec.com

All camp sessions will primarily focus on shooting instruction and offensive production, but will also include overall game development.

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Monday - Friday June 17-21

Monday - Friday July 22-26

Age 2 & 3: $35 Age 4 & 5: $35 Advanced 5 & 6: $45

Age 2 & 3: $35 Age 4 & 5: $35 Advanced 5 & 6: $45

Indoor Arena at Crockett Park (1485 Volunteer Pkwy. / Brentwood)

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Rhythm & Spirit: Dance, Tumbling & Cheer Camps Online Registration opens on Friday, March 1st.

Registration will remain open until 1 week prior to the camps 1st day or until the camp is full For more information, please contact the coordinators of the department’s Rhythm & Spirit program: Kristi McDonald Katie Adams

615-377-6530, ext.2118 615-377-6530, ext.2117

Kristi.McDonald@williamsoncounty-tn.gov Katie.Adams@williamsoncounty-tn.gov

Please refer to the “Registration Code” for each program/location to register online at wcparksandrec.com Camps are held in the Dance Studios inside the WCPR Recreation Centers Franklin Recreation Complex: 1120 Hillsboro Road | Fairview Recreation Complex: 2714 Fairview Boulevard West Longview Recreation Center: 2909 Commonwealth Drive | Nolensville Recreation Complex: 7250 Nolensville Road

Ballerina Prep Camps This camp for 3 year olds will introduce students to ballet as well as get them acquainted with being in a classroom setting to prepare them for the upcoming year. *Leotard, tights and ballet shoes required.

14129 Franklin Mon – Thurs 6/3 – 6/6 9:15am to 10:00am 3 year old $50.00 14130 Franklin Mon – Thurs 6/10 – 6/13 4:15pm to 5:00pm 3 year old $50.00 14128 Fairview Mon – Thurs 6/17 – 6/20 9:15am to 10:00am 3 year old $50.00 14131 Nolensville Mon – Thurs 7/8 – 7/11 9:15am to 10:00am 3 year old $50.00 14132 Nolensville Mon – Thurs 7/15 – 7/18 4:15pm to 5:00pm 3 year old $50.00 14133 Longview Mon – Thurs 7/8 – 7/11 9:15am to 10:00am 3 year old $50.00

Disney Jr. Dance Camp: This magical camp will bring dance and your favorite Disney Jr. characters together! Join us for dancing, crafts and games while we focus on a different and exciting show each day. We will end the camp with a performance on the last day! *Leotard, tights and ballet shoes required. Character outfits will be allowed on the last day of camp.

14134 Franklin Mon – Thurs 6/3 – 6/6 10:00am to 1:00pm 4 year old $150.00 14135

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10:00am to 1:00pm 10:00am to 1:00pm 10:00am to 1:00pm

4-6 yrs 4-6 yrs 4-6 yrs

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Away On A Vacay Dance Camp: Who doesn’t love a great vacation? Each day of camp we will explore a different destination through dance, crafts and games. Come along for the ride as we use our imaginations to go to the beach, camping, Disney World and New York City. We will end the camp with a performance on the last day! *Leotard, tights and ballet shoes required.

14142 Franklin Mon – Thurs 6/10 – 6/13 10:00am to 1:00pm 4 year old $150.00 14143 Franklin Mon – Thurs 6/10 – 6/13 1:00pm to 4:00pm 5-6 yrs $150.00 14144 Nolensville Mon – Thurs 7/15 – 7/18 1:00pm to 4:00pm 4-6 yrs $150.00 14145 Longview Mon – Thurs 7/8 – 7/11 1:00pm to 4:00pm 4-6 yrs $150.00 22

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Music Video Dance Camp Be a part of your very own music video! Students in this camp will learn choreography to perform and film their own video. The final cut will be sent via link to all parents for everyone to enjoy and share. Students will also get to be part of the decision making process having a say in wardrobe and set choices for filming day. *Fitted dance clothing and tennis shoes required.

14113 Franklin Mon – Thurs 6/17 – 6/20 1:30pm to 4:30pm 7+ yrs $150.00 14126 Longview Mon – Thurs 7/15 – 7/18 12:30pm to 3:30pm 7-13 yrs $150.00

Sampler Dance Camp Not sure which dance style is your favorite? Enjoy this “sampler” of the classes Rhythm & Spirit offers to find what you love! The camp will include ballet, tap, jazz, hip hop, and cheer. We will end the camp with a performance on the last day! *Leotard & tights or fitted dance clothing required. Ballet and/or jazz shoes and tennis shoes required. Tap shoes optional but encouraged.

14112 Franklin Mon – Thurs 6/17 – 6/20 10:00am to 1:00pm 7+ yrs $150.00 14125 Longview Mon – Thurs 7/15 – 7/18 9:00am to 12:00pm 7-13 yrs $150.00

For an all day camp experience, enjoy the Sampler Dance Camp and Music Video Dance Camp back to back with a supervised lunch break

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Performing Arts – Children’s Theatre Registration begins Friday, March 1st

Camp Locations & Registration

Specialty Camps will be held at the following WCPR Facilities: Franklin Recreation Complex (Franklin)...................................120 Hillsboro Road – Franklin Williamson County Performing Arts Center (WCPAC)...............112 Everbright Avenue – Franklin Nolensville Recreation Complex (Nolensville)..........................7250 Nolensville Road – Nolensville College Grove Artsitorium (CGA)..............................................8601 Horton Highway – College Grove

Please refer to the “Registration Code” for each program/location to register online at wcparksandrec.com “Mermaids & Pirates” Musical Theatre Camp Welcome to the wonderful world of musical theatre! Our youngest students will enjoy a full morning of singing, dancing, and acting while we rehearse a small show based on a theme. Students will also enjoy art activities and theatre games/play to make this a well-rounded and enjoyable musical theatre experience for our youngest stage artists. Parents are invited to join our class for the last 20 minutes on Friday to see what we’ve been working on during the week! **Children must be potty-trained Instructor: Center Stage Entertainment, julianolansings@gmail.com *Supply Fee: $25.00 (payable to instructor first day) 14198 Franklin Tues – Fri 5/28 – 5/31 9:00am to 12:00pm 4-7yrs $100* 14197 Nolensville Mon – Fri 7/8 – 7/12 9:00am to 12:00pm 4-7yrs $125*

“THE GREATEST SHOW” PERFORMING ARTS CAMP Students in this one-of-a-kind weeklong program will get to create their own “Greatest Show!” Taking inspiration from The Greatest Showman, as well as hit pop, rock and hip-hop musicals like Hamilton, School of Rock, and Dear Evan Hansen, students will incorporate their favorite songs right into their musical mashup.

Their confidence will soar as they receive training in acting, singing, and dancing, (with an emphasis on pop and hip hop). This program is designed with our more experienced performers in mind. It is recommended that students have some stage experience with dance, singing and/or acting.

Their “Greatest Show” will celebrate differences, make the impossible come true, and show the world, THIS IS ME! Kids will have a blast learning music and choreography that is contemporary and cool during the hot summer days. Older students in this session will have the opportunity to assist their teaching artists with choreography and staging. Instructor: Center Stage Entertainment, julianolansings@gmail.com *Supply Fee: $15.00 (payable to instructor first day) 14199 Nolensville Mon – Fri 6/3 – 6/7 9:00am to 2:00pm 8-14 yrs $185* 14200 WCPAC Mon – Fri 7/15 – 7/19 9:00am to 2:00pm 8-14 yrs $185*

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“KIDS ON BROADWAY” PERFORMING ARTS CAMP Kids in this one-week program get to sing, dance, act, and create! Every child gets their own chance to shine!

This camp is the perfect introduction to performance. Our action packed, fun filled week consists of theatre games (and lots of ‘em), all while preparing a mini-musical production that will showcase singing, dancing, and acting for family and friends at the end of the week. These classes are an excellent place for beginners to get their feet wet. No experience is necessary. There will be a voluntary audition on the first day to determine solos and speaking parts. Students will perform an original musical revue featuring songs from classic Broadway shows and movie musicals like Annie, Oliver, & Wizard of Oz, Sound of Music to the latest hits like Wicked, School Of Rock, Disney on Broadway, Newsies, Matilda, and more. Our professional teaching artists create a fun and inclusive community where all students feel supported and confident. On the last day, kids will perform their original show for friends and family! Instructor: Center Stage Entertainment, julianolansings@gmail.com *Supply Fee: $15.00 (payable to instructor first day) 14201 WCPAC Mon – Fri 7/22 – 7/26 9:00am to 2:00pm 6-12 yrs $185*

“HAIRSPRAY TO HAMILTON” MUSICAL REVUE Warm up your vocal cords because you’re going to want to sign up for this musical revue written and directed

by Julia Nolan & Shana Purkey. This Broadway style intensive summer camp will showcase a wide range of music – from energetic group numbers to stirring ballads. Whether you love new smash hits like Hamilton and Dear Evan Hansen, & Wicked or classics like A Chorus Line and Hairspray, there’s something sure to please everyone. This camp will fill up fast, so don’t wait!

Instructor: Center Stage Entertainment, julianolansings@gmail.com *Supply Fee: $15.00 (payable to instructor first day) 14196 CGA Mon – Fri 7/29 – 8/2 9:00am to 2:00pm 8-14 yrs $185*

SUMMER INTENSIVE Rising Stars Children’s Theatre Production of “Aladdin Jr.” (See flyer on page 25) Disney’s Aladdin JR. is based on the 1992 Academy-Award®-winning film and the 2014 hit Broadway show about the “diamond in the rough” street rat who learns that his true worth lies deep within. The story you know and love has been given the royal treatment! Aladdin and his three friends, Babkak, Omar, and Kassim, are down on their luck until Aladdin discovers a magic lamp and the Genie who has the power to grant three wishes. Wanting to earn the respect of the princess, Jasmine, Aladdin embarks on an adventure that will test his will and his moral character. With expanded characters, new songs, and more thrills, this new adaptation of the beloved story will open up “a whole new world” for your young performers!

AUDITIONS Saturday, May 11th Ages 5-8 yrs: 1:00pm-3:00pm Ages 9 yrs to 8th Graders: 3:00pm–5:00pm Auditions will be held at the Franklin Recreation Complex. For auditions, please prepare 30 seconds of an ageappropriate Broadway musical song. There will also be a simple dance routine taught during auditions, so come prepared to move. No registration is required to audition.

Cast list will be posted at 4:00pm on Wednesday, May 15th.

Ages 5 years -8th Graders Activity Fee if cast: $75.00 Once cast list is posted, the Registration Code will be given out. Registration fee must be paid by June 4th.

Rehearsals will be Mon-Fri from 5-8pm starting May 28th (at Franklin Recreation Complex) with performances June 21st – 23rd at the Williamson County Performing Arts Center at Academy Park in Franklin.

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Refund Policy for Summer Specialty Camps and Programming Credits, Transfers or Refunds will be processed upon request pertaining to Summer Specialty Camps and Programming in accordance with the following policy: 1. Should you need to cancel your child’s participation in a summer camp, you must notify the department contact no later than 1 week prior to the start of the program. No credits, transfers or refunds will be processed less than 1 week before the date a summer camp is scheduled to begin.

2. Whether you choose to cancel your registration in advance of the 1-week period; or if WCPR cancels the summer specialty camp that your child is registered in, you will be given the option of receiving a credit to your WCPR account, transferring your payment to another registration of the same value (or less), or receiving a refund by check for the amount of the class/program/league or activity fee. Due to State Auditing/Fund Regulations, any On-line Processing Fees cannot be credited or refunded.

CREDITS: After speaking with a WCPR staff member regarding the cancellation of your registration, they can credit your on-line WCPR account the amount of the activity fee. Credits are immediately effective once in your WCPR account and can be used towards any future WCPR activity registration/ payment. Processing fees will apply.

TRANSFERS: A WCPR staff member will work with you to transfer your canceled registration towards a future activity of the same value (or less). If you choose an activity with a higher fee, processing fees will apply and it will be your responsibility to enroll your child.

REFUNDS: The amount of the summer camp fee will be issued back to you in the form of a check from Williamson County Government. Processing fees will not be refunded. Please allow 2-3 weeks to receive refunds processed by check.

Special consideration refunds must be submitted in writing to management staff.

Facility Contacts: Franklin Recreation Complex................. 615-790-5719, ext. 2020......... Shelley Egly Wmsn. County Enrichment Center ......... 615-790-5719, ext. 2020......... Shelley Egly Longview Recreation Center.................. 615-302-0971, ext. 2214......... Chase Cribbs Fairview Recreation Complex................. 615-799-9331, ext. 2315......... Andrew Hawken Nolensville Recreation Complex............. 615-786-0200, ext. 2417 ........ Erin Williams

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Smart Kids 101 Smart Kids 101 is a nationally recognized kids’ life skills training program which is based in the middle Tennessee area. We train kids ages 7-16 in the areas of manners, safety, and babysitting. Our programs are fun with lots of hands on activities and visual training.

Kids will learn important life skills that parents want them to know.

Franklin Registration: Register online at www.smartkids101.com>programs>find a local class Fairview Registration: Register online at www.wcparksandrec.com & use the registration code listed.

For more information, please visit: www.smartkids101.com

Polite Kids 101 Need a manners class to help your child stay on track with kind and respectful living? Look no further! Teaching includes choosing kindness and respect, introducing yourself with good eye contact and a firm hand shake, interrupting *politely*, listening skills, how to set a table along with table manners, being a guest in someone’s home and birthday party manners.

We serve a light meal with finger sandwiches, applesauce, carrot sticks, etc., so please make us aware of any food allergies.

Instructor: Julie Hunt (Franklin) Andrew Hawken (Fairview) 14073 Franklin Tuesday 5/28 9:30am to 12:00pm 7-12 yrs $40.00 14074 Franklin Monday 7/29 1:00pm to 3:30pm 7-12 yrs $40.00 14212 Fairview Friday 6/14 9:45am to 12:30pm 7-12 yrs $40.00

Safe Kids 101 How do parents know when their child is ready to stay home alone? What should your child know about first aid, choking, fire prevention or aggressive dogs? Don’t know how to initiate the discussion on stranger danger, abduction, abuse or digital safety like cyberbullying or sexting? This class has you covered – teaching your child how to be safer at home and in the community! We’ll provide a drink and a snack; let us know if your student has a food allergy.

Instructor: Julie Hunt (Franklin) Andrew Hawken (Fairview) 14075 Franklin Wednesday 5/29 9:15am to 12:30pm 9-12 yrs $40.00 14076 Franklin Tuesday 7/30 1:00pm to 4:15pm 9-12 yrs $40.00 14210 Fairview Tuesday 6/25 9:15am to 12:30pm 9-12 yrs $40.00

Babysitting 101 Is your 12-16-year-old ready to start a business? Do you want to make sure he/she has the best possible training to get a great start? Babysitting 101 is your answer for a comprehensive training program. We’ll teach safe practices in starting a business, what kids of various ages like to do, simple first aid, emergency situations and answer common babysitting problems with solutions!

Students need to bring a water bottle and an afternoon snack.

Instructor: Julie Hunt (Franklin) Andrew Hawken (Fairview) 14077 Franklin Monday 6/24 1:00pm to 5:30pm 12-16 yrs $60.00 14078 Franklin Wednesday 7/31 1:00pm to 5:30pm 12-16 yrs $60.00 14211 Fairview Tuesday 6/4 9L45am to 2:30pm 12-16 yrs $60.00

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PARKER ANDERSON ENRICHMENT PARKER ANDERSON ENRICHMENT

Parker Anderson Enrichment’s motto is “Fun Comes First” with the intention of educating through hands-on learning. For over 25 years Parker Anderson Enrichment has offered the most diverse selection of after school programs and summer camps. If your child is taking a morning and afternoon camp, they will be supervised by staff and they need to bring a peanut free sack lunch.

For more information, please visit: www.parkeranderson.org or call 615-887-0510.

JEDI TRAINING The Force will be with you as you learn the ways of the Jedi! Play Star Wars games, build Star Wars vehicles, and go from Padawan to Jedi Knight in one session! You will play characters, learn to draw the Clone Wars cartoon characters, create your own Jedi uniform, and even take home your very own Light Saber!

Instructor: Parker-Anderson Staff 14051 Franklin Mon - Fri 6/10 – 6/14 10:00am to 12:00pm 6-12 yrs $125

JURASSIC DINOWORLD Learn all about Dinosaurs in this fun, hands-on class! Explore the Triassic, Jurassic, and Cretaceous eras through all sorts of project-based activities: Dino Digs, fossil hunts, and ‘Dino of the day’ activities! You even get your own Dinosaur Egg to take home with you! Instructor: Parker-Anderson Staff 14052 Franklin Mon - Fri 6/10 – 6/14 1:00pm to 3:00pm 6-12 yrs $125

HOGWARTS ACADEMY Perfect your magic skills in this interactive, creative, spell-binding class! Find out which house you belong to and learn how to make potions, use your wand, identify creatures, and more! Witches and wizards of all ages will graduate the Academy with the supplies and skills to use their magic for good.

Instructor: Parker-Anderson Staff 14049 Franklin Mon - Fri 6/17 – 6/21 10:00am to 12:00pm 6-12 yrs $125 14117 Nolensville Mon - Fri 7/8 – 7/12 1:00pm to 3:00pm 6-12 yrs $125

YOUNG ARCHITECTS Part math, part science, and part art, this STEAM class has it all! Using assorted architectural & bridge building model sets, this class teaches basic drafting, scale, symmetry, proportion, and geometry. Students will build iconic models and learn about famous architects as they explore their creativity!

14114 Nolensville Mon - Fri 7/15 – 7/19 10:00am to 12:00pm 6-12 yrs $125

COOKING ACADEMY Kids will tantalize their taste buds and have fun with food! Different recipes each day from appetizers to entrees, snacks, desserts and more! Learn about nutrition, dining etiquette, and cooperation skills in this scrumptious class! Instructor: Parker-Anderson Staff 14050 Franklin Mon - Fri 6/17 – 6/21 1:00pm to 3:00pm 6-12 yrs $125

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ROCKET SCIENCE & ASTRONOMY Ready, set, blast off! Explore the universe as we launch everything from film canister rockets, water bottle blaster, business card boomerangs, and much more! Our adventures will take us to Titan, Mars, and a galactic cluster as we learn about comets, constellations, and our galaxy! This class is out of this world!

14116 Nolensville Mon - Fri 7/8 – 7/12 10:00am to 12:00pm 6-9 yrs $125

TECH KIDS: MINECRAFT Come join us to learn about and play the most popular computer game on the planet! Learn Minecraft building techniques, details of command blocks, and how to change the look of the game. Kids will learn strategy, team building, and cooperation skills while playing Minecraft in a fun, safe, and supervised environment.

14115 Nolensville Mon - Fri 7/15 – 7/19 1:00pm to 3:00pm 7-11 yrs $125

Playwell Teknologies Play-Well TEKnologies was founded in 1997. At Play-Well TEKnologies we strive to: -Build problem-solving skills -Provide an opportunity for creative expression -Foster a greater appreciation of how things work -Encourage the qualities of inquisitiveness, self-reliance, and self confidence in children We do this in the context of fun-filled engineering and architectural projects, activities that both the children and the instructors enjoy!

We offer programs in 2000 locations nationwide - as we offer camps and classes in 28 states.

For more information, please visit: www.play-well.org

INTRO TO STEM USING LEGO® MATERIALS Let your imagination run wild with tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Build engineer-designed projects such as: Trains, Helicopters, Treehouses, and Beam Bridges. Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. There are no prerequisites for this course.

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies 13679 Franklin Mon – Fri 7/8 – 7/12 9:00am to 12:00pm 5-7 yrs $179

STEM CHALLENGE USING LEGO® MATERIALS Level up your engineering skills with Play-Well TEKnologies and tens of thousands of LEGO® parts! Apply real-world concepts in physics, engineering, and architecture through engineer-designed projects such as: Gear Cars, Gondolas, Merry-Go-Rounds, and Scissor Lifts. Design and build as never before, and explore your craziest ideas in a supportive environment. There are no prerequisites for this course.

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies 13681 Franklin Mon – Fri 7/8 – 7/12 1:00pm to 4:00pm 7-12yrs $179

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RoboThink RoboThink offers fun and exciting Robotics, Engineering and Coding programs where engineers, tinkerers and builders of all ages can explore the exciting world of STEM! Armed with gears, motors, and axles from our proprietary robotics kit, students build and play with robots of all shapes, sizes and functions. Certified instructors take students on a fun and educational journey where we cover robotics principles, problem solving and exciting challenges! If your child is taking a morning and afternoon camp, they will be supervised by staff and they need to bring a peanut free sack lunch.

For more information, please visit: www.myrobothink.com

ROBOTICS FOR YOUNG ENGINEERS Build and play with robots! In our exciting 5-day camp, young engineers experience the fun and challenge of building cool motorized robots of all shapes, sizes and functions! Completely age appropriate and no prior experience required. Instructor: RoboThink Staff 13682 Franklin Mon – Fri 6/17 – 6/21 9:00am to 12:00pm 5-8 yrs $200 13884 Longview Mon – Fri 6/10 – 6/14 12:30pm to 3:30pm 5-8 yrs $200

ROBOTICS FUNDAMENTALS Build and play with robots! In our exciting 5-day camp, young engineers experience the fun and challenge of building with cool motorized robots of all shapes, sizes and functions! Completely age appropriate, no overlapping activities with Robotics for Young Engineers and no prior experience required.

Instructor: RoboThink Staff 13683 Franklin Mon – Fri 6/17 – 6/21 1:00pm to 4:00pm 5-8 yrs $200 14276 Fairview Mon – Fri 7/22 – 7/26 1:00pm to 4:00pm 5-8 yrs $200

BATTLE AND SMART ROBOTS Build battle robots and smart robots in this exciting camp! Participants will start with simple motorized models and build to advanced autonomous sensor robots! No prior experience required. Instructor: RoboThink Staff 13684 Franklin Mon – Fri 7/15 – 7/19 9:00am to 12:00pm 8-13 yrs $200 14118 Nolensville Mon - Fri 6/3 – 6/7 9:00am to 12:00pm 8-13 yrs $200

CODING ROBOTS LEVEL 1 Learn how to code by building robots! In this 5-day camp, participants use robotics to learn about coding principles like sequencing, loops, and if statements in conjunction with robotics hardware such as motors, servos and sensors! With fun activities and challenges, students have a blast creating robotics inventions and coding them to move! No prior experience required. Instructor: RoboThink Staff 13689 Franklin Mon – Fri 7/29 – 8/2 9:00am to 12:00pm 8-13 yrs $200 13886 Longview Mon - Fri 7/22 – 7/26 12:30pm to 3:30pm 8-13 yrs $200

CODING ROBOTS LEVEL 2 This camp takes level 1 concepts learned during the morning session and expands upon them. Participants will learn how to program a robot to read and interpret values from sensors and function accordingly. Must be paired with coding level 1. Instructor: RoboThink Staff 13693 Franklin Mon – Fri 7/29 – 8/2 1:00pm to 4:00pm 8-13 yrs $160 32

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FUNCTIONAL AND SPORTS ROBOTS In this camp, participants will build functional robots that pick things up, robots that push objects along a line and robots that play soccer! On the final day, build a robot that shoots rubber bands at targets! No prior experience is required. Instructor: RoboThink Staff 13686 Franklin Mon – Fri 7/15 – 7/19 1:00pm to 4:00pm 8-13 yrs $200 14119 Nolensville Mon - Fri 7/8 – 7/12 1:00pm to 4:00pm 8-13 yrs $200 13885 Longview Mon - Fri 6/24 – 6/28 12:30pm to 3:30pm 8-13 yrs $200

BATTLE ROBOTS WORKSHOP Design and battle a robot in real life! Learn how to use RoboThink’s innovative robotics pieces, motors, switches, axles and gears to build your robot and battle with your friends! Our lesson plans are built around RoboThink’s proprietary kits, plans and STEM curriculum, designed by teachers and engineers. This workshop is interactive, hands-on and engaging to promote learning in a fun way! No prior experience required.

Instructor: RoboThink Staff 14275 Fairview Fri 6/6 1:00pm to 3:00pm 6 and up $35

SHARP SHOOTER ROBOT WORKSHOP Build a robot that shoots rubber bands and compete against your friends in this workshop! Learn how to use RoboThink’s innovative robotics pieces, motors, switches, axles and gears to build your robot and play soccer with your friends! Our lesson plans are built around RoboThink?s proprietary kits, plans and STEM curriculum, designed by teachers and engineers. This workshop is interactive, hands-on and engaging to promote learning in a fun way! No prior experience required.

13911 Longview Sat 5/25 1:00pm to 3:00pm 7-12 $35

Youth Tech, Inc. Computer Programming Camps for Ages 9-17

Youth Tech, Inc. is engaging and interactive computer programs that focuses on providing enrichment opportunities to students in the world of computers. With a caring environment at the core of camp values, Youth Tech strives to create a positive learning community that encourages creativity, fun and academic excellence. For more information about Youth Tech, Inc. please visit their website at www.youthtechinc.com. This summer they will be offering the following camps: *Movie Makers *Video Game Design & Development *App Design *Animation *Roblox Studio - Programming & Game Development We apologize that we did not have details finalized before going to print, but we will once again be working with Youth, Tech, Inc. to offer a variety of computer programming camps. Please visit our website at wcparksandrec.com to find out the details for these wonderful additions to our Summer Camp options.

Chess Camp This camp will focus on learning the basics of chess and life skills taught through Chess. Students will learn tactics and strategies for improving their game and an overview of the 1400 year old history of Chess. The class format will be a balance of teacher led instruction, free play, and small group studies and activities. No prior experience is necessary. . All skill levels welcome!

Instructor: Tiffany Elliott – tiffany.elliott@att.net 14209 Fairview Mon-Thurs 6/17 – 6/20 10:00am to 12:00pm 6-17 yrs $60.00

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Mr. Bond’s Science Guys Our brilliant summer camps offer kids the time and opportunity for inquiry based science experimentation. A different theme each week, with dozens of experiments! Our camps are full of fun, bizarre experiments, explosions, bubbling potions, chemical reactions, and some FUN-damental forces! Hands-on learning is what we do, making science Fun, Cool, and Easy! If your child is taking a morning and afternoon camp, they will be supervised by staff and need to bring a peanut free sack lunch.

For more information, please visit: www.MrBondScienceGuy.com

SPACE CAMP At Space Camp, kids launch rockets, build an egg-stronaut re-entry craft, and learn about rovers! We investigate how to survive the long journey, how to get to Mars and what it will take to survive IN SPACE! Instructor: Mr. Bond’s Science Guys 13707 Franklin** Mon – Fri 6/3 – 6/7 8:30am to 11:30am 5-12 yrs $180 **Pair with STEAM afternoon camp and receive a $50 discount

STEAM CAMP Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts and Math combined together in each activity to make learning challenging and fun! Kids will make chemical reactions, play brain games, and more! Each day they will create and observe how all of the STEAM components work together. Instructor: Mr. Bond’s Science Guys 13715 Franklin** Mon – Fri 6/3 – 6/7 12:00pm to 3:00pm 5-12 yrs $180 **Pair with SPACE morning camp and receive a $50 discount

CRAZY CHEMISTRY Explosions, bubbling potions, chemical reactions! Kids make elephant toothpaste, freeze fruit with liquid nitrogen, create 20 foot geysers with cool chemicals and learn about the elements on our huge periodic table.

Totally hands-on and age appropriate. Instructor: Mr. Bond’s Science Guys 13717 Franklin** Mon – Fri 7/22 – 7/26 8:30am to 11:30am 5-12 yrs $180 **Pair with FUN WITH PHYSICS afternoon camp and receive a $50 discount 13899 Longview Mon – Fri 6/24 – 6/28 1:00pm to 4:00pm 5-12 yrs $180 14120 Nolensville Mon – Fri 6/24 – 6/28 8:30am to 11:30am 5-12 yrs $180

FUN WITH PHYSICS CAMP FUN-damental forces is our physics camps where kids discover why things move, explosions, air pressure, gravity, electricity, magnetism, centrifugal force, friction, inertia, momentum, and forces of nature! We make Newton proud! Instructor: Mr. Bond’s Science Guys 13736 Franklin** Mon – Fri 7/22 – 7/26 12:00pm to 3:00pm 5-12 yrs $180 **Pair with CRAZY CHEMISTRY morning camp and receive a $50 discount 13900 Longview Mon – Fri 7/29 – 8/2 1:00pm to 4:00pm 5-12 yrs $180 14121 Nolensville Mon – Fri 7/29 – 8/2 8:30am to 11:30am 5-12 yrs $180

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Fitness & Wellness Camps HABITAT YOGA

Habitat Yoga teaches yoga and meditation to preschoolers through high schoolers throughout Middle TN. Our classes focus on teaching mindful movement and breath work in a way that is accessible and FUN for all ages so that our little yogis can utilize these skills to release energy, feel balanced, and self-regulate in times of stress or change.

For more information, please visit: www.habitatyoga.com

PEACEFUL YOGA WARRIORS Are you ready to become a strong yogi warrior? Yoga meets fitness in this camp full of non-competitive games that focus on building teamwork, kindness, balance, dexterity, strength, and flexibility. Perfect for kids with lots of energy, interested in gymnastic or high-cardio activities, and looking to build a good sense of sportsmanship! Instructor: Habitat Yoga Staff 14053 Franklin Mon – Fri 6/3 – 6/7 9:00am to 12:00pm 4-8 yrs $160

ARTFUL YOGIS ANIMAL ADVENTURE Are you interested in animals? Join us for a week of art, yoga, games, and adventures as we explore a new biome every day and learn about the animals that live there! From the jungle to the desert to under the sea, we will meet a wide variety of imaginary animal friends. First, we’ll use our bodies to create animal shapes through a fun yoga practice, then we’ll draw, paint and build to bring animal art to life!

Instructor: Habitat Yoga Staff 14054 Franklin Mon – Fri 7/22 – 7/26 9:00am to 12:00pm 6-10 yrs $160

LEARNIN’ THE ROPES

Learnin’ The Ropes is a jump rope program designed to teach youth of all ages the fundamentals of jump rope. The sport of jump rope is also a perfect avenue for youth to improve their physical fitness and cardiovascular health. Jump rope brings diverse groups of people together, and it offers opportunities for males and females of all ages to have fun and compete together. We strive to create a fun and positive atmosphere so that each class is rewarding and enjoyable for the students.

For more information, please visit: www.learnintheropes.com

LEARNIN’ THE ROPES – JUMP ROPE SUMMER CAMP This camp is designed to teach the sport of jump rope while instilling positive character qualities in youth of all ages! Participants will receive high quality instruction in single rope, shared rope, long rope, double dutch and more. All classes are taught by a trained instructor who will provide a fun, safe and inviting atmosphere! Jump rope is great for building hand eye coordination, foot work, cardiovascular health, and overall general fitness. *Jump ropes provided but may be purchased for $5 from instructor for home use.

Instructor: Learnin’ The Ropes Staff 14057 Franklin Mon – Fri 6/10 – 6/14 9:00am to 12:00pm 7-13 yrs $180 14058 Franklin Mon - Fri 7/29 – 8/2 9:00am to 12:00pm 7-13 yrs $180 13888 Longview Mon – Fri 6/10 – 6/14 1:00pm to 4:00pm 7-13 yrs $180 13889 Longview Mon - Fri 7/22 – 7/26 1:00pm to 4:00pm 7-13 yrs $180 wcparksandrec.com

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Arts & Crafts Franklin Art Camps

FRANKLIN RECREATION COMPLEX - 1120 Hillsboro Road – Franklin Registration starts Friday, March 1st.

Come have creative fun with Ms. Shelley! We’ll let our environment, children’s books and famous art pieces be our guides for creating fun artwork! Each preschool camp offers a different theme and a variety of art experiences using an assortment of media.

For more information, please visit: www.colorwheelsnashville.com or contact colorwheelsnashville@gmail.com

Sweet Treats **

Dinosaur Dig

Days: Monday & Tuesday Dates: 6/10 & 6/11 Time: 9:30am to 11:30am Age: 4-6 Cost: $30 Code: 14079

Fancy Nancy

Days: Thursday & Friday Dates: 6/13 & 6/14 Time: 9:30am to 11:30am Age: 4-6 Cost: $30 Code: 14080

At The Zoo

Days: Monday & Tuesday Dates: 6/24 & 6/25 Time: 9:30am to 11:30am Age: 4-6 Cost: $30 Code: 14081

Days: Monday & Tuesday Dates: 7/8 & 7/9 Time: 9:30am to 11:30am Age: 4-6 Cost: $30 Code: 14083

Star Explorers

Days: Thursday & Friday Dates: 7/11 & 7/12 Time: 9:30am to 11:30am Age: 4-6 Cost: $30 Code: 14084

Pete The Cat

Days: Monday & Tuesday Dates: 7/22 & 7/23 Time: 9:30am to 11:30am Age: 4-6 Cost: $30 Code: 14085

Beach Bash

Days: Thursday & Friday Dates: 6/27 & 6/28 Time: 9:30am to 11:30am Age: 4-6 Cost: $30 Code: 14082

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Franklin Art Camps

FRANKLIN RECREATION COMPLEX - 1120 Hillsboro Road – Franklin Registration starts Friday, March 1st.

COLOR WHEELS art experiences give children the opportunity to broaden their art education and encourage and enhance their artistic skills. We will explore classic and modern art and artists while experimenting with art techniques using a variety of media to create inspired artwork.

For more information, please visit: www.colorwheelsnashville.com or contact colorwheelsnashville@gmail.com

Fire & Ice

This camp is inspired by the elements of fire and ice. We’ll draw fire breathing dragons, sculpt fireflies, paint firehouse dogs, sculpt icy igloos and ice cream sundaes, paint with dry ice, and more!

Descendants Students may bring a peanut-free snack and a drink.

We’ll create art inspired by Mal, Evie, Carlos and Jay. Projects will include drawing and painting movie artwork and characters, Days: Wednesday – Friday creating colorful magic potions, sculpting magic cookies, poisoned Dates: 7/10 – 7/12 apples, and more! Students may bring a peanut-free snack and Time: 1:00pm to 4:00pm Age: 6-10 a drink Cost: $110 Days: Wednesday – Friday Code: 14089 Dates: 5/29 – 5/31 Time: 1:00pm to 4:00pm Let’s Go To The Movies!

Age: 6-10 Lights! Camera! Action! We’ll create art inspired by the big Cost: $110 screen experience. Projects will include sculpting popcorn and Code: 14086 soft pretzels, painting gummy bears, creating 3-D drawings and glasses, designing award trophies, and more!

Sew What?

Days: Wednesday – Friday We’ll learn some simple hand sewing techniques in order to create cuddly softies and more! Projects will include embroidery, Dates: 7/24 – 7/26 lovebird softies, mini-me pillows, monster mates, pocket kitty cats, Time: 1:00pm to 4:00pm and stuffed animal sleeping bags. Students may bring a peanut- Age: 6-10 Cost: $110 free snack and a drink Code: 14090 Days: Wednesday – Friday Dates: 6/12 – 6/14 Time: 1:00pm to 4:00pm Age: 7-10 Cost: $120 Code: 14088

Color Wheels YOU + ME Paint Night Join us for a fun night of adult + child partner art. Open to parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, etc., - paint a pair of canvases that fit together to create a colorful piece you both are sure to love! For more information email colorwheelsnashville@gmail.com Registration is required.

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Registration Begins Friday, March 1st Camp Locations & Registration

Please refer to the “Registration Code” for each program/location to register online at wcparksandrec.com Franklin Recreation Center: 1120 Hillsboro Road, Franklin - 615-790-5719 ext. 2020 Longview Recreation Center: 2909 Commonwealth Drive – Spring Hill 615-302-0971 ext.2216 – Janey Mason Nolensville Recreation Complex: 7250 Nolensville Road – Nolensville 615-786-0200 ext.2418 – Erin Williams Fairview Recreation Complex: 2714 Fairview Boulevard West – Fairview 615-799-9331 ext.2315 – Chase Cribbs

MS. AMY’S ART ZOO CAMP Spend the week with Ms. Amy creating an Art Zoo. Draw, paint and sculpt Giraffes, Penguins, Elephants and more! Explore different mediums including paints, markers, pastels, clay, ink and mixed media. At the end of the week the artists will welcome guests (parents, friends, relatives) to the Art Zoo ART SHOW. Walk through the art zoo exhibits to view all the animals created during the week. Instructor: Amy Stielstra *Supply Fee: $15.00 (payable to instructor first day) 14061 Franklin Mon – Fri 6/3 – 6/7 9:30am to 11:30am 5-10 yrs $90* 14122 Nolensville Mon – Fri 6/17 – 6/21 9:30am to 11:30am 5-10 yrs $90*

MS. AMY’S ART AQUARIUM CAMP Spend the week with Ms. Amy creating an Art Aquarium. Draw, paint and sculpt Dolphins, Whales, Sharks, many fish and more! Explore different mediums including paints, markers, pastels, clay, ink and mixed media.

At the end of the week the artists will welcome guests (parents, friends, relatives) to the Art Aquarium ART SHOW. Walk through the art aquarium exhibits to view all the creatures created during the week.

Instructor: Amy Stielstra *Supply Fee: $15.00 (payable to instructor first day) 14062 Franklin Mon – Fri 7/15 – 7/19 9:30am to 11:30am 5-10 yrs $90* 14123 Nolensville Mon – Fri 7/22 – 7/26 9:30am to 11:30am 5-10 yrs $90*

ACRYLIC PAINTING ON CANVAS: ANIMALS Come paint some of your favorite animals with me! We will be using acrylic paints to paint on a new canvas each day. The animals will be roughly sketched on the canvas so that the child can focus on painting. We will work on different painting techniques using a variety of brushes.

Horse • Parrot • Dog • Cat • Rabbit Instructor: Elaine Sligh *Supply Fee: $25.00 (payable to instructor first day) 14059 Franklin Mon – Fri 6/24 – 6/28 9:00am to 11:30am 6-12 yrs $100*

KID’S POTTERY CAMP Do your kids love to get their hands dirty? Do they like to work with their hands and creatively make things?

Pottery Camp encompasses both! This camp will teach multiple techniques of pottery, using both hand-built pieces and wheel thrown pieces. No experience necessary! For more information, contact the instructor, June Lusty, at 615-794-4269 or leatherbones_clay@yahoo.com Instructor: June Lusty *Supply Fee: $25.00 (payable to instructor first day) 14261 Fairview Mon, Tues, & Thurs 6/10, 6/11, & 6/13 9:00am to 11:00am 6-17 yrs $20* 14262 Fairview Mon, Tues, & Thurs 7/8, 7/9, & 7/11 9:00am to 11:00am 6-17 yrs $20* 38

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WILLIAMSON COUNTY PARKS AND RECREATION

SUMMER FUN IS RIGHT AROUND THE CORNER Come celebrate fun in the sun at one of our four outdoor pools or splash park this summer

FAIRVIEW RECREATION COMPLEX 2714 Fairview Blvd, Fairview, TN LONGVIEW RECREATION CENTER 2909 Commonwealth Dr, Spring Hill, TN FRANKLIN RECREATION COMPLEX 1120 Hillsboro Rd, Franklin, Tn NOLENSVILLE RECREATION COMPLEX 7250 Nolensville Rd, Nolensville, TN

For more information on summer aquatic activities visit wcparksandrec.com/aquatics or view the Summer Newsletter coming May 1st

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