Middlebury Parks and Rec Summer Activity Guide

Programs, Athletics and Special Events for Adults, Youth and Families

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Summer Activity Guide May - August 2016 • www.experiencemiddlebury.com

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General Information Mission Statement

The Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department (MPR) shall provide lands, facilities, and services for community members of all ages and all income levels. It shall provide programs for both sport and leisure. The department shall serve as instructor, facilitator, and partner in efforts to promote and improve quality of life for participants.

MPR will work with an involved public and business community to provide a healthy and aesthetically pleasing environment with opportunities for cultural growth.

The department should be flexible enough to meet the changing needs and tastes of the community, while finding creative ways to deliver recreation programs and facilities that are affordable to the residents of Middlebury.

Contact Us

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Offices Office Hours: Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.

Closed Saturday and Sunday and Holidays Mailing and Physical Address: 154 Creek Road Middlebury, VT 05753 Other Contact Info: Phone: 388-8100 x205 or x216 Website:http://experiencemiddlebury.com/play/ middlebury-parks-recreation/ FB@ Town of Middlebury Parks & Recreation

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Committee Colby Benjamin – ACT Teen Center Rep. Elaine Orozco Hammond- ID #4 Rep. Greg Boglioli –Chair and East Middlebury Rep. Tricia Allen – Ilsley Library Rep. Bill Ford- Member At-Large Jim McDaniel- Member At-Large Carl Robinson- Middlebury Area Land Trust Rep. Brian Carpenter- Selectboard Rep. Donna Donahue - Selectboard Rep.

Staff of Middlebury Parks and Recreation Department Terri Arnold, Director (802) 388-8100 x205 TArnold@townofmiddlebury.org

Dustin Hunt, Program Coordinator (802) 388-8100 x 216 (802) 771-7107 (Cell during hours of 9am-5pm) DHunt@townofmiddlebury.org Yvon Pouliot, Grounds & Facilities Supervisor (802) 771-7251 cell phone

ADVERTISING The Addison Independent prints and distributes this publication four times per year. We welcome your advertisement for a business, program or event in our publication for a fee; please contact us for more specific information: ads@addisonindependent.com or 388-4944.

RESERVATIONS- Facilities and Sports Fields Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department requests that all groups planning to use our facilities or fields please notify us in advance by making a reservation.

Anyone wishing to make a reservation must complete a facility use application, available in our offices or on-line at the Town web site. Facility Use Request Forms are considered on a first come basis, depending on availability. Rental fees may apply. For additional information regarding availability, rates, and reservations, contact the MPR offices at (802) 388-8100

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Household Hazardous Waste is collected year-round at the District Transfer Station in Middlebury every Monday-Friday from 8 a.m. to noon, and Saturday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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Programs may be cancelled in the event of severe weather or power outages. MPR encourages you to do the following if you have questions: Call: MPR Offices, 388-8100 ext 216 Check: FacebookTown of Middlebury Parks & Recreation Online Registration: middleburyparksandrec.org

REFUND POLICY

If you need to cancel your registration before the second session of the program, we will refund you a pro-rated registration fee, minus 10% processing fee, or issue a credit, good for one calendar year, for the full class fee. After the second session is attended, eligibility for a refund is void.

• Please be aware that refund requests may take up to 30 days to process.

• Every effort is made to ensure that the information in this guide is accurate. We reserve the right to add, withdraw, or revise programs or events as needed. For more updated information, please visit our web site often.

ACCESSIBILITY

Individuals with or without disabilities may register for all programs offered by MPR provided program safety can be met. The Department provides reasonable accommodations for people with disabilities. Contact MPR offices in advance of the program start date to discuss accommodation on a case-by-case basis.

Non-Resident Policy

Non Residents of Middlebury are allowed to register for all Parks and Recreation programs. Non-Residents will be charged an additional fee of 15% for each program registered for. A Non-Resident is defined as someone who does not live in Middlebury or pay property taxes to the Town of Middlebury.

Scholarships

Middlebury Parks and Recreation is pleased to be able to offer scholarships to participate in all of our programs. The scholarship guidelines are based on the free and reduced lunch guidelines within the schools.

If you feel like you might like to apply for a scholarship or just would like some more information please contact our office.

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2016 Summer Program Start Dates May May 2nd - Registration Opens for Most Programs May 4th - Middlebury Bike Safety Fair 3-4pm May 10th - Gymnastics Registration Begins 9:30am May 14th - Sustainability Expo- MUMS June June 1st - Middlebury Swim Team season begins (tentative) - Town Pool June 11th - Town Pool Opens 1-5pm (Weekends only until 6/20) June 20th - Camp Kookamunga Week 1- Spare Time Gymnastics Camp Session 1 Begins- Municipal Gym Tennis Lessons Session 1 Junior Golf Camp Session 1- Ralph Myhre Golf Course First Day of Free Summer meals Ages 2-18 June 24th - Dog Obedience classes begin June 27th - Camp Kookamunga Week 2- Circus Smirkus Swim Lessons Session 1 Begins- Middlebury Town Pool Panther Soccer Camp- Middlebury Recreation Park Tennis Lessons Session 2 ACT Teen Day Camp- Teen Center- Week 1 June 30th - Summer Archery Session begins July July 4th - Camp Kookamunga Week 3- Great Escape Junior Golf Camp Session 2- Ralph Myhre Golf Course ACT Teen Day Camp Session 2- Teen Center (July 5th) July 10th - Festival on the Green Begins- Middlebury Town Green July 11th - Sportacular Week 1- Water Slide World Gymnastic Camp Session 2- Municipal Gym Tennis Lessons Session 3 ACT Teen Day Camp Session 3- Teen Center Swim Lessons Session 2- Middlebury Town Pool Junior Golf Camp Session 2- Ralph Myhre Golf Course July 18th - Camp Kookamunga- Week 4 Fun Spot Midd. Mayhem Youth Basketball Camp- Municipal Gym

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Tennis Lessons Session 4 Junior Golf Camp Session 3- Girls Only ACT Teen Day Camp Session 4- Teen Center July 25th - Camp Kookamunga Week 5- Bromley Mountain Swim Lessons- Session 3 Begins- Town Pool Junior Golf Camp Session 4- Ralph Myhre Golf Course Vermont Voltage Soccer Camp- Middlebury Rec. Fields August August 1st - Sportacular Week 2- Lake Monsters Game Wild Ways Day Camp Tennis Lessons- Session 5 Gymnastic Camp Session 3 Junior Golf Camp Session 4- Int/Advanced August 8th - Camp Kookamunga Session 6- Fair and Field Days Tennis Lessons- Session 6 in East Middlebury Junior Golf Camp Session 5- Ralph Myhre Golf Course Global Premier Soccer Camp- Midd. Rec. Park August 12 - Free Summer Meals Program Ends August 15th - Sportacular Week 3- Get Air Vermont August 18th - Fall Activity Guide Available August 21st - Pool Closes for Season (Tentative) August 22nd - Fall Registration Period Opens September September 12th - Fall Programs Begin For a comprehensive calendar of all the summer camps in our area please visit www.minibury.com!

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For Children going into Grades 1-7

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We are here to help you find the Vermont Summer Camps you and your kids will love! On MiniBury. com you will find a thorough list of day camps and overnight camps, camps for preschoolers and camps for high school aged kids, camps for girls and camps for boys. We have worked hard to find camps that fit all different needs and price points, and we hope that this guide will help you plan a fun and stress-free summer! Be sure to check out our Summer Camp Calendar too, you’ll find more specific details about the exact weeks you need activities for.

Great Escape Tickets-Cash Only Great Escape Tickets- $39.00 Price at Gate: $57.99 Great Escape Parking Pass- $18.00 Price at Gate: $20.00

Middlebury Nourishes-

Free Summer Meals for Kids 2-18!

WHEN: Monday through Friday • 12-1pm • Starting June 20th and ending August 12th (tentative) WHERE: Middlebury Rec. Park - Entrance to Memorial Sports Center (Across from Town Pool) WHO: Anyone between the ages of 2 through 18, No Registration. Just come!

Lunch is free and open to all children and youth who want to have a lunch. Sponsored by Mary Johnson Children’s Center in partnership with MiddSummer Lunch and Recreation Program, and the Town of Middlebury Parks and Recreation Department, collectively known as Middlebury Nourishes.

Middlebury Nourishes does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, political beliefs, sexual orientation, or marital or family status.

9am-4pm Monday-Friday Cost: $185 for Residents and $212.75 for Non-Residents (Cost is Per Week) Register: Online or in person starting May 1st Each week limited to 40 registrations. Register online or in person starting May 1st Week # 1 July 11th-15th - Sliding and Splashing through Summer. This week has something to offer for everyone!

Activities include daily sports offerings at Middlebury Recreation Park including Basketball, Tennis, Football, Soccer, Kickball and Baseball and much more. If you can play it, we will do it! Our afternoons will be spent swimming at the Town pool, and allowing children several exciting choices each day! We will top off the week with a special trip to Waterslide World in Lake George, New York. We will tie-dye special towels to bring with us on the trip!

Week # 2 August 1st-5th Vermont Lake Monsters Game We will spend this week enjoying some of America’s favorite pastimes.

We will spend the week playing our favorite camp games, walking to get ice cream and top it all off with a trip to historic Centennial Field to watch the Vermont Lake Monsters play in their annual day game!

Week #3- August 15th-19th- Summer is Flying ByCome spend the last moments of your summer with us as we flip, fly and air it out at Get Air Vermont. We will spend the day bouncing on trampolines, playing dodgeball, jumping in foam pits and so much more! We will also be doing all of our other favorite camp activities this week, it is sure to be a week you won’t want to miss!

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Camp Kookamunga Day Camp For Children going into Grades 1-7

9am-4pm Monday-Friday Cost: $185 for Residents and $212.75 for NonResidents (Cost is Per Week) Register: Online or in person starting May 1st June 20- 24 No spare time to waste! This may be the only time we want to strike out! Pack the bowling shoes and climb aboard for our 50’s flashback. A week of past time favorites rounding out the week with our trip to Lake Dunmore!

June 27- July 1 The circus is in town! Well, in Essex Junction that is… Join us under the big top for a fun filled trip. Our week ends with a special camp trip to Lake Dunmore! The Local Motion bike trailer will also be at camp this week teaching bike safety to all the campers!

July 4- July 8 (Great) Escaping to Summer, Watch out for the Kookamunga crew! We are getting summer rolling with a trip to New York’s adventure park to ride the rides and turn up the heat! Throughout the week we will draft a dream amusement park, play Kookamunga style carnival games, and dive into summer fun at the town pool.

July 11-15 Kookamunga Campers, see the Sportacular information page for an alternative week of summer sports and games.

July 18-22 Riddle and Race Challenge yourselves for a week of riddles, puzzles and teamwork. Our theme of the week will surely be special. To celebrate our successes, we will venture to The Fun Spot in Lake George early this year! Laser Tag, Roller Skating, and GoKarts oh my do we love this field trip! Have some fun before the summer ends. This week will be sure to put a smile on everyone’s face.

July 25th-29th Bromley Mountain The Mountain Adventure Park at Vermont’s Summer Adventure is packed with family fun for all ages.

Shoot the rapids on the Big Splash, shoot some hoops, or shoot a hole-in-one. Ride the fast track on the triple-track Alpine Slide, tackle the Giant Swing, or throw a back flip on a Trampoline thing. Your adventure awaits! We will also play all of our favorite camp games and enjoy afternoon

hours at the Town Pool.

August 1-August 5 Kookamunga Campers, see the Sportacular information page for an alternative week of summer sports and games.

August 8- August 12 Visit Field Days in style again!

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

Hop on the wagon and experience a week of what Vermonters are made of and try to solve our tricky scavenger hunt once and for all!

Early Birds and Afternoon Owls

Before and after Kookamunga each day there will be optional camps provided for kids! If 9:00 am is a little late, or 4:00 pm is too early for busy parents please consider the additional two camp offerings! Drop off in the morning can be as early as 8am and pickup in the afternoon as late as 5pm. Cost is $5.00 per morning or afternoon, or $25 per week for either morning or afternoon session

Drop-In Summer Programs- $2.00 Per Drop In Adult Co-ed 30+ Basketball- Wednesdays 6:45-8:30 at Rec. Center Gym. For more information please contact Bryan Jones @ 989-8399 Adult Co-ed Volleyball- Monday’s 6:45-9pm at Rec. Center Gym For more information please contact Tom Randall @ 343-2652

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Bone Builders Osteoporosis Exercise Program

What: Bone Builders is a strength training and balance exercise program for men and women designed to address the issue of osteoporosis. The program is delivered by trained and certified volunteers. Individuals that participated in a weight training program twice weekly gained in bone density, muscle strength, balance, flexibility, energy and well being.

When: Tuesdays and Thursdays 3:30-5pm in the new Recreation Facility located at 154 Creek Rd in Middlebury. FREE!

AQUATICS 2016 ***The Pool will be open for public swimming on the weekends of June 11th and 18th from 1-5pm*** OPERATING SCHEDULE JUNE 20th- AUGUST 21st (schedule subject to change) 7:15am-10:15am- Swim Team Practice 10:15am-12:15pm- Swimming Lessons 12:15pm-1:00pm Adult Swim 1:00pm-4:45pm- Open Swim 4:45pm-5:45pm- Adult Swim 5:45pm-6:30pm- Family Swim Kiddie pool- 5 years and younger is open from 12:15pm6:30pm. Adult Supervision Required *** Home swim meets are held on some Tuesday and Thursday evenings. Pool closes at 4:30pm on home meet days*** Daily Fees Youth (15 and younger) - $2.00 Adults (16+) - $3.00 Senior Citizens (55+)-$1.00

Season Passes Youth $60 (Non-Resident $69.00) Adult $70 (Non Resident $80.50) Family- Up to 6 people $120 (Non Resident $138.00) Senior Citizens (55+) $35 (Non Resident $40.25)

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Lesson Schedule Session I: June 27th - July 8th (2 Weeks) Sec A: Level 1 10:45-11:15 Sec B: Level 2 10:15 - 10:45 Sec C: Level 3 10:45 - 11:15 Sec D: Level 4 10:15 - 11:00 Sec E: Level 5 10:45 - 11:30 Sec F: Parent & Child 1 11:15 -11:45 Sec G: Pre-School Level 1 11: 15 - 11:45 Sec H: Pre-School Level 2 11:45 -12:15 Session II: July 11th - July 22nd (2 Weeks) Sec A: Level 1 10:15 - 10:45 Sec B: Level 2 10:15 -10:45 Sec C: Level 3 11: 15 - 11:45 Sec D: Level 5 10:45 - 11: 30 Sec E: Level 6 11:30-12:15 Sec F: Parent & Child 1 11:45-12:15 Sec G: Pre-School 2 11:45 - 12: 15 Sec H: Pre-School 3 11:45 - 12: 15 Session III: July 25th - August 5th (2 Weeks) Sec A: Level 2 10:15 -10:45 Sec B: Level 3 10:45 -11:15 Sec C: Level 4 10: 15 - 11:00 Sec D: Level 5 10:30 -11:15 Sec E: Level 6 11:00 -11:45 Sec F: Pre-School 2 10:45 - 11: 15 See G: Pre-School 3 11:45 - 12:15 Sec H: Parent and Child 2 11:15 - 11:45 Lessons are held Monday-Thursday.

Fridays are reserved as a make-up day for cancellations due to weather.

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

Please contact swim lesson coordinator Lejla at lejla03@gmail.com with any questions.

Fees: $65.00- Resident $75.00- Non-Resident Register online or in person starting May 1st www.middleburyparksandrec.org Parent and Child (2 levels) for ages 6 months to 36 months (must be accompanied by an adult) This class will teach your child to become more comfortable in water so they are willing and ready to learn to swim. Basic skills taught include adjusting to water environment, comfort holding a front or back position in water and demonstrating breath control (blowing bubbles. Etc) Preschool Aquatics (3 Levels) Ages 3 and up.

Designed to give children a positive developmentally appropriate aquatic learning experience. Level 1 helps orient young preschool children to aquatic environment and gain basic skills. Level 2 helps children gain greater independence in the water using basic skills, Level 3 helps children start to gain basic swimming propulsive

skills to be comfortable in and around water. Each level must be completed before advancing to next.

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

Instructors will teach to swimmers ability and confidence. Level 1 focuses on skills such as w a t e r entry and exit, bobbing, blowing bubbles through nose and mouth, opening eyes underwater and retrieving objects. Level 1 must be passed to move to next level. Level 2 participants must be able to perform kicks, basic arm strokes and be comfortable with face in water. This level focuses on jumping feet first into the water, fully submerging and holding breath, floating face down in the water, back float, changing direction while swimming on front and back and continued work on swimming on front and back.

Level 2 must be completed before advancing to level 3 Stroke Development (Level 3) Level 3 builds on previously learned skills by providing additional practice. Participants learn the survival float, front crawl with rotary breath and elementary backstroke. Head first entry into water is introduced and treading skills are improved with scissor and dolphin kicks. Level 3 must be passed before advancing to level 4 Stroke Improvement (Level 4) Level 4 develops participants confidence in the strokes learned in level 3 and improves other aquatic skills. In level 4 participants improve their skills and increase their endurance by Swim Lessons continued on Page 11 MARK RAYMOND • MIDDLEBURY, VT

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • April 28, 2016 Swim Lessons continued from Page 10 swimming familiar strokes (front crawl, elementary backstroke) for greater distances. Participants also learn the back crawl, breaststroke and butterfly and the basics of turning at a wall. Level 4 must be completed to advance to level 5 Stroke Refinement (Level 5) In level 5 participants refine their performance of all strokes and increase their distances. Flip turns on the front and back are also introduced. Diving is refined. Level 5 must be completed to advance to level 6.

Swimming and Skill Proficiency. The objectives of this level, the final level of the American Red Cross learn-to-swim program, are to refine the strokes so participants can swim them with ease, efficiency, power and smoothness while going greater distances.

Level 6 will also cover aspects of personal water safety skills, diving and fitness swimming. This level prepares participants for more advanced courses such as lifeguarding and water safety instructor as well as competitive swimming.

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MIDDLEBURY SWIM TEAM

Middlebury Swim Team is one of eight teams that make up the Champlain Valley Swim League. Middlebury Swim Team meets the needs of all swimmers, from beginner to advanced, by following a positive, progressive, developmental model that fosters excellence and commitment to the team. As a team member, a swimmer learns the values of sportsmanship and teamwork. Coaches encourage each swimmer to achieve the best that s/he is able to. Swimmers become empowered with physical, emotional, and intellectual skills that can last a lifetime.

Eligibility: If your child can swim 25 yards, perform rhythmic breathing, and make the commitment then s/he is eligible for the team. Coaches emphasize that experienced team members will act as models and mentors for new team members.

are held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from the end of June until the end of July.

The Champlain Valley Swim League Championship Meet is scheduled for the last weekend in July in Vergennes; the State Championship is set for the first weekend in August in White River Junction.

Parents: Families should be aware that swim team success requires parent involvement: volunteering at meets will be mandatory. Duties can range from timing to concessions to handing out ribbons, but all veteran swim parents are expected to act as mentors and provide training for new swim team families.

PRACTICE GROUPS

Apparel: Team suits are not required but may be purchased at Forth ‘n Goal in Middlebury. Team caps are required for meets; these will be available to purchase through team management at a future date. Team teeshirts will be given to all registered swimmers; these tees will be designed by one of the team members.

Mini Marlins/Transition Swim Team: The Mini Marlins group is comprised of swimmers ages 5-8 with a competitive spirit and the need for experience.

They will continue to improve rhythmic breathing and competitive stroke skills. As skills improve, swimmers are encouraged to compete in meets. Swimmers who can swim 25 yards independently are welcome to join this group.

Practices and Meets: Practices will be held in the evening until ACSU schools are out and in the morning thereafter. All who practice regularly can choose to swim at meets. Dual-meets (two team competitions)

Marlins: This group is comprised of experienced 8 & under, 9-10 year old, and newer 11-12 year old swimmers. Emphasis is placed on stroke development, Swimming Practice Groups continued on Page 13

Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • April 28, 2016 Swimming Practice Groups continued from Page 12 correct technique, and building swimming endurance.

Competitive preparation is introduced.

Junior Super Marlin: This group is comprised of experienced 9-10 year olds and 11-12 year olds, and newer 13-and -older swimmers. The emphasis is on endurance, commitment, and competition. Stroke technique will be reviewed as necessary and race strategy is introduced.

Senior Super Marlins: This group is our most competitive group and is comprised of 13 year old and older swimmers (11-12 year olds at the coaches discretion). Emphasis is placed on intensive water training with a continued focus on endurance, commitment, and competition. Stroke technique is reviewed as necessary and race strategy is reinforced.

All Senior Super Marlins serve as role models for younger teammates.

COACHING STAFF Colleen Rueppel: Head coach Colleen is a graduate of Wilmington College majoring in Educational Studies and Special Education; she is also a member of the swim team. This is her second year providing leadership to Middlebury Swim Team. She is a swim coach at Kenyon College’s Total Performance Competitive Stroke Camps.

She began competitive swimming at age seven and swam for Diplomat Swim Club and Manheim Township High School. Colleen has been a finalist in the 100 yard freestyle and 100 yard butterfly at the Ohio Athletic Conference Championships and a member of the 200 and 400 yard freestyle relays. Her favorite strokes are freestyle and butterfly.

Brianna Foley: Brianna has just finished her third year at Champlain College majoring in computer science. She began swimming competitively at the age of nine and swam for Middlebury summer swim teams for seven years. This will be her third season coaching the Middlebury Swim Team. Her favorite stroke is backstroke.

Harper Smith: Harper just completed her first year of college and hopes to major in graphic design/ communication following graduation. This is her second year coaching for Middlebury Swim Team.

Harper began swimming competitively at the age of 7 and spent 10 years swimming for Middlebury Swim team. Her favorite stroke is butterfly.

Harriet Milligan: Harriet is a senior at Middlebury Union High School and will be attending college in the fall. This is her 14th year swimming on the Middlebury Swim Team. For the past two summers she has been a volunteer, helping coach the Cubs and is excited to be a coach this summer.

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MIDDLEBURY SWIM TEAM SCHEDULE & FEES Middlebury Swim Team’s practice season is determined by three factors: the Addison Central Supervisory Union school calendar, pool temperature, and staff availability. Registered families will be included on an email list from the team administrator/manager and coaches; as soon as information is available as to when practice will begin families will be notified by email.

Also, families can check the Middlebury Parks and Recreation website for up-to-date information.

SCHEDULE: Again, official notification of practice start days will be sent out to registered families as soon as the information is available. Practices will be held at the Town Pool Monday through Friday for each group as follows: BEFORE ACSU is on summer break (generally: the first weeks in June) Monday – Friday, after school/evenings - times to be determined

AFTER ACSU is on summer break, anticipated after June 10th) Mondays-Thursdays

Super Marlins: 7:15-8:45am

Marlins: 8:45-9:45am

Mini Marlins: 9:45-10:15am Fridays

All Groups: 8:00-9:00am FEES: Registration fee includes team t-shirt and meet fees. T-shirt size must be provided at time of registration.

Super Marlins: $180($207 non-res.)

Marlins: $175($201.25 non-res.)

Mini Marlins: $135($155.25 non-res.)

Scholarships are available - for more scholarship information please call 388-8100 ext 216.

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Lunch and Recreation Program June 20 - July 22 • Monday - Friday • 8 am - 4 pm

Nutritious snacks and meals provided • Swimming & weekly field trips • Scholarships available* For more information contact Jennifer Johnson, Program Administrator, at 802-349-5223 or middsummercamp@gmail.com *Families receiving 3SquaresVT are strongly encouraged to apply.

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • April 28, 2016 Gymnastics Camps

Instructor: Terri Phelps • Phone: (802) 236-1315 • Email: terriphelps@ymail.com Registration will open Tuesday, May 10th at 9:30am, no registrations will be accepted before this time Session 1: June 20th-June 24th 9:00AM-10:00AM Ages 3-4 10:00AM-12:00PM Ages 5-7 1:00PM-4:00PM Ages 8+

$75 ($86.25 Non-Res) $100 ($115 Non-Res) $125 ($143.75 Non-Res)

Session 2: July 11th- July 15th 9:00AM-10:00AM Ages 3-4 10:00AM-12:00PM Ages 5-7 1:00PM-4:00PM Ages 8+

$75 ($86.25 Non-Res) $100 ($115 Non-Res) $125 ($143.75 Non-Res)

Session 3: August 1st-August 5th 1:00PM-4:00PM Ages 6+

$125 ($143.75 Non-Res)

(Students will be placed in groups based on skill level and/or age in session 3) Students will work to improve strength, flexibility and coordination, as well as skill development in a safe and fun environment. Instruction will be included on uneven bars, beam, floor exercise, springboard, parallel bars and vault.

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • April 28, 2016 Archery Classes- Summer Session

Archery 1 What: A beginner’s introduction to Archery! Learn the fundamentals of range safety, equipment use, stance, shooting and more, in a fun and safe environment.

Students will have the opportunity to learn skills as a group and one-on-one, and practice their new skills on a variety of targets.

When: Thursdays 3:30-4:30 June 30th-July 21st Rain Date July 28th Where: Middlebury Recreation Park Instructor: Melinda Laben is a USA Archery Level 2 certified instructor who has been teaching youth since 2006. Ages 7 & up. 12 students max per class.

Archery 2 What: For students who have already taken Archery 1 and are interested in going further. Learn and hone more refined techniques, while growing as an individual Archer. Students will learn scoring, and get more one-onone time to improve their stance and shot. Longer range distances and a variety of targets will be used to keep the range interesting and fun!

When: Thursdays 4:35-5:35 June 30th-July 21st Rain Date July 28th Where: Middlebury Recreation Park Instructor: Melinda Laben is a USA Archery Level 2 certified instructor who has been teaching youth since 2006. Ages 7 & up. 12 students max per class Cost is $80.00(Resident) or $92.00(Non-Resident) per 4 week session for each class Register: Online or in person starting April 28th

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • April 28, 2016 Summer Soccer Camps

2016 PANTHER SOCCER CAMP June 27TH- July 1st- 9-12 DAILYMiddlebury Recreation Fields Join us for the 2016 edition of the ever popular Panther Soccer Camp. Children will receive instruction from Dave Saward, Men’s Head Soccer coach at Middlebury College and Ron McEachen, Retired Coach of the Skidmore College Men’s Soccer team. Standout local high school and college players will also assist in the weeklong camp. The camp is open to all children age 6-12. The cost is $135 per camper and includes a camp T-shirt.

Registration forms are available in the Middlebury Parks and Recreation office. For more details please contact Karen McEachen- kmceache@skidmore.edu 2016 Vermont Voltage Soccer Camp July 25th-July 29th 9-12 DailyMiddlebury Recreation Fields Open to Children Ages 5-18 Professional Soccer Academy invites young soccer enthusiasts, ages 5-18, to be part of a challenging educational experience.

The Academy offers an opportunity to learn and enjoy many aspects of the game of soccer in a competitive environment from a current professional player. Fundamentals as well as sophisticated techniques of soccer will be taught on a personalized individual level along with various forms of group instruction provided by Camp Director Bo Vuckovic, Mark Benson and several other Vermont Voltage professional soccer players. Emphasis is placed on the development, improvement and refinement of basic playing skills.

Cost: $115 for first child and $110 for each additional child. Non-Residents will pay a 15% Non-Resident fee per child. Families with multiple children must register in person at the Middlebury Parks and Recreation office starting May 1st. Each child will receive a camp t-shirt and soccer ball which is included in the registration price.

Register: Online or in person starting May 1st.

Registration is limited to 100 participants.

2016 Global Premier Soccer Camp August 8th-12thMiddlebury Recreation Fields Ages 4-6 9am-12pm $120.00 Resident $138 Non Residents (includes T-shirt) Ages 7-14 9am-3pm $195.00 Residents $224.25 Non Residents (includes T-shirt)

Global Premier Soccer continues to develop and grow programs for the youth soccer community in Vermont. All our coaching staff are licensed male and female coaches from the United Kingdom & Ireland and have undergone a sustained period of professional development training at the organization training at the organization. We also ensure our programs pass Vermont Board of Health guidelines to ensure your child’s wellbeing and safety. This all inclusive soccer camp caters to soccer players of all ability levels aged 4‐14 years and is designed around individual development and ball mastery through age specific curriculum.

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

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2016 Ralph Myhre Golf Course Junior Golf Camp & Clinics

MIDDLEBURY MAYHEM YOUTH BASKETBALL CAMP

JULY 18th- JULY 22nd Grades 3-9 If your child loves playing basketball and is interested in taking his or her game to the next level then this is the perfect camp for them! Players will receive instruction from Coach Randy Stockwell with assistance from Dustin Hunt and local players and coaches. We will focus on perfecting the basic fundamental skills while giving your player the tools to be successful as they move up through the local basketball program.

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

Kids ages 6-14, come explore the great game of golf with all your friends at The RMGC Golf Camp!

The schedule runs Monday – Friday, 9 AM – 12 PM and includes instruction on all the fundamentals, rules and etiquette, fun and games, a snack break and lots of time on the golf course. Learn how to play the game now and enjoy it for the rest of your life! Cost $89 or $99 non-resident.

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Session I: June 20-24 Open to All Session II: July 11-15 Open to All Session III: July 18-23 Girls Only Session IV: August 1-5 Intermediate & Advanced Session V: August 8-12 Open to All New! Junior Golf Clinics / Every Friday 12:00 PM / No signup needed / $5 New! All kids attending a golf camp receive a 50% discount on a season pass!

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

The cost for this age group is $110 dollars for Residents and $120 for Non-Residents Children going into grades 7th-9th will practice from 1pm-4pm daily.

The cost for this age group is $135 dollars for Residents and $150.00 for Non-Residents Registration will begin Thursday, May 1st.

For more information contact Dustin Hunt 802-3888100 ext 216 or dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org With Special Appearances by local College and High School Coaches!

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CAMPS PTR Certified Tennis Professional Franz Collas will lead a staff of pros including Heather Potter, and junior pros Brianna Cotroneo and Ziven McCarty to offer tennis programming for children pre-school to age 13. Tennis lessons will include instruction, drills, and a variety of fun play-based games. Lessons will be held at the Middlebury Recreation Park, with the exception of one week when they will be held at the East Middlebury courts.

In the event of inclement weather, lessons will be held at Middlebury Indoor Tennis (located behind Middlebury Fitness) at a time to be determined depending on court availability.

For more information, please contact Franz Collas at 802-349-7794 or sojotennis@gmail.com TINY SWINGERS (AGES 5 AND UNDER) Using USTA red starter balls, participants will be introduced to the game of tennis by focusing on hand/ eye coordination and ball control.

All Lessons are from 9:00-9:30am Session 1- June 20th-June 24th Session 2- June 27th-July 1st Session 3 – July 11th- July 15th Session 4- July 18th- July 22nd Session 5- Aug 1st- Aug 5th Session 6- Aug 8th- Aug 12th (In East Middlebury) Fee: $58 Residents, $65.20 Non-Residents LITTLE ACES (AGES 6-9) Depending on skill level, participants will uses USTA red or orange starter balls and learn basic ground strokes and volleys. In addition, participants will learn play-based games, basic tennis rules, and expectations for court conduct.

All lessons are from 9:30-10:30am Session 1- June 20th-June 24th Session 2- June 27th-July 1st Session 3 – July 11th- July 15th Session 4- July 18th- July 22nd Session 5- Aug 1st- Aug 5th Session 6- Aug 8th- Aug 12th (In East Middlebury) Fee: $78 Residents, $88.20 Non-Residents

HOT SHOTS AGES 10-13 (RECOMMENDED) Helpful to have prior tennis experience and general knowledge, but not required. Participants will develop consistency with basic ground strokes and volleys, practice shot placement, and learn to serve and return.

All lessons from 9:00-10:30am Session 1- June 20th-June 24th Session 2- June 27th-July 1st Session 3 – July 11th- July 15th Session 4- July 18th- July 22nd Session 5- Aug 1st- Aug 5th Session 6- Aug 8th- Aug 12th (In East Middlebury) Fee: $88 Residents, $99.70 Non-Residents RAIN CONTINGENCY: Rain contingency information is as follows a.Mondays and Fridays: 10:30 am – noon b.Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays: 9:00 – 10:30 am

Private Lessons

Private lessons are available to people of all ages. Price is $60 per hour.

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ZUMBA & Yoga- Affordable & Fun

All classes held at the New Recreation Center Schedule: Mon and Wed Zumba @ 5:30 pm Friday Yoga @ 8:30 am We’re very friendly. First class…..FREE! All MUMS & MUHS Students…….FREE! Questions?

Email liz_cleveland_vt@hotmail.com or call Liz at 802-989-5977 https://www.facebook.com/ZumbaMiddlebury http://lizcleveland.zumba.com/

TAI CHI FOR HEALTH AND BALANCE- Part 2

Instructor: Karen Glauber Dates: Mondays, 10:30am-11:30am June 6-August 15, 2016 Fee: Free to adults 50 years of age and older Location: Multi-purpose Room, New Recreation Facility 154 Creek Road, Middlebury Tai Chi for Health & Balance Part 2 is a continuation level class, for those who have already taken the Part 1 beginner level class. The class will review the basic forms and teach the next set of forms.

Movements are designed for joint-safe activity to improve strength, balance, agility and flexibility. Deep breathing techniques combine with flowing continuous movement, positive visualization and mindfulness exercises to reduce stress and provide a sense of wellbeing. This form of Tai Chi is particularly helpful for older adults with inflammatory joint conditions, as it may provide increasing pain-free range of motion and mobility.

This program is a joint sponsorship with CVAA and the Middlebury Town Recreation Department, and is extended to all 50 years of age and older. There is no charge for the classes, but donations to sustain the program are welcome and can be mailed directly to CVAA, 76 Pearl St, Suite 201, Essex Junction, VT 05452.

To register, call CVAA at 1-800-642-5119 x1019 and speak with Karen Hatin, Or email at taichi@cvaa.org. Questions about the class can be directed to Karen Glauber at 989-7532.

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Green Mountain Adventures Kids Camp 2016

Paddling Rock Climbing Hiking Mountain Biking Geocaching Caving Day Camps & Overnights Tubing for kids 6-15 years old

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Peer Addiction Recovery Support Our mission is to offer peer-to-peer recovery support, social activities, recovery, coaching, education and advocacy to people seeking recovery from substance use disorders, as well as their families and friends.

At the center, our Pathways Guide, staff and volunteers are dedicated to helping those struggling with an opiate addiction.

For a list of scheduled recovery meetings, groups and recovery information, visit: www.turningpointaddisonvt.org Call (802) 388-4249 or simply stop by the Turning Point Center located in the Marble Works Complex in Middlebury, VT.

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Boot Camp with Ginger Lambert

Fitness Boot Camp moves outdoors to Weybridge for the summer and fall, except in the case of inclement weather, we will return to the Municipal Gym. If you want a workout that is high energy but never boring, check it out. $12 drop in or $60 for 6 classes.

Email Ginger54@sover.net to be on the boot camp reminder list. Go to www.gingerlambert.com for testimonials and a schedule of all classes in the area.

Lunchtime Yoga

OPEN LEVEL YOGA with JAIME PARMELEE *STRETCHING, *CORE BUILDING, AND *RELAXATION Thursdays and Fridays 12-1:00pm Middlebury Recreation Center’s Multi-purpose Room Cost $50.00 per 4 week session or $15.00 per drop-in

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TEEN SUMMER CAMP ACT is ready to roll out another summer packed with fun and adventure. Each week we will explore the mountains of Vermont, take on friends with paintball and laser tag, complete wood working projects, pottery, visit museums, and challenge ourselves on the rock wall! Open to all graduates of 6th grade to 15 years of age.

Summer Camp Details & Hours: ACT Summer Camp will be from 8:30am – 4:30pm with programming occurring from 9am – 4:30pm.

• Session #1 June 27 – July 1 • Session #2 July 5 – July 8

• Session #3 July 11 – July 15 • Session #4 July 18 – July 22 Summer Camp Location: Each day will start and end at our new ACT location: 77 Mary Hogan Drive, Middlebury, VT, 05753

This location has previously been known as the Warming Hut for the town of Middlebury Registration & Payment: Registration Opens April 1st. Teens can participate in all four weeks or register for the weeks they are available to attend. Cost: $75 per session. Registration forms and instructions can be found at www.addisonteens.com ACT Staff Contact Information: Colby Benjamin, ACT Director Email: colby@addisonteens.com Phone: (802) 734-6755

Drop-in Pickleball-$2.00 per Session

Middlebury Parks and Recreation will be offering the following dates and times for Pickleball at the new Middlebury Recreation Center gymnasium until May 31st.

Mondays: April 4 – May 30: 11:00 am – 12:30 pm Tuesdays: April 5 – May 31: 9:00 am – 11:00 am ½ hour private lessons are available with Betsy Almeter, veteran Pickleball player at $5.00 per ½ hour.

You can schedule a lesson with Betsy at: betsyalmeter@gmail.com Pickleball will transition to outdoors at the Middlebury Tennis Court, backboard area, where there will be a permanent Pickleball court, thanks to a Mary Hogan School grant for the court and equipment. We will post a schedule as soon as we can!

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Vermont Wilds Day Camp August 1st-5th 9am-4pm • Ages 8+ Register: Online or in person starting May 1st Cost: $175 for Residents $200 for Non-Residents In this camp, campers will explore the mountains, waterways and forests of Vermont. All the while campers will experience things like caving, paddling, climbing and survival skills. The camp will be run

by Joshua Hardt. Josh is a Vermont native whose life has been motivated by an inquiry into all things wild. Josh has lived and guided in the Rocky Mountains and the oceans and summits of Alaska.

He has guided expeditionary paddling in the Gulf of

Alaska to Nulhegan River; fly fishing from the Upper Connecticut to the Kenai; Mountaineering in the Chugach to the Presidentials. Josh is a co-founder of the Moosalamoo Center at Otter Valley High School and is also is a professor of Outdoor Recreation at Castleton State College where he teaches classes ranging from Primitive Skills to backcountry skiing and snowboarding. He holds certifications in: Wilderness First Responder, AMGA single-pitch climbing instructor, ACA paddling instructor, AIARE level 2 avalanche patrols and ARC life guard and certified wilderness first-aid instructor.

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • April 28, 2016 CALLING ALL CYCLISTS!

Kelly Boe Memorial Ride, Mon. May 2, 4 pm Departs MUHS and loops through Weybridge. Commemorates those hurt or killed in road bike accidents. Helmet and signed liability waiver form required. Donations accepted for Middlebury Safe Routes. Hosted by Middlebury Safe Routes.

Intergenerational Walk & Roll to School Day, Wed May 4 - Join children all over Vermont to celebrate the benefits of walking and biking to school.

Bike Safety Fair, Wed May 4, 3-4 pm - Join Middlebury Safe Routes for a bike safety fair after school at Mary Hogan School side lot. Test your skills through our obstacle course. Helmets. Safety checks. Prizes.

Bike to Work Day, Fri May 13 - Try this day of biking to work during May, which is National Bike Month. Post your miles at nationalbikechallenge.org. Hosted by American League of Cyclists.

Sustainability Expo, Sat May 14, 9 am-4 pm - Join us for great workshops focused on transportation, speakers, displays, tours, local food at our new location Middlebury Union Middle School. Hosted by Middlebury Energy Committee.

Middle Union Middle School Bikeology, May-June - MUMS students will hone ride readiness and rules of road in their Q4 physical education classes. Mary Hogan 6th graders will be invited to a practice bike ride from Mary Hogan to MUMS after school on June 1. Hosted by Middlebury Safe Routes.

Vermont Gran Fondo, Sat June 4 Starts at Woodchuck Hard Cider. The climbing will be no less challenging, the viws every bit as breathtaking, and the post-ride party kicked up a notch. For more, see www.vermontgranfondo.com/.

Bikeology Summer Camp, June 27-July 1 Mary Hogan School side lot. Get ready for a bikapalooza of a week. Ages 9-13. Part of Camp Kookamunga this week. Kohl’s Bike Smart Trailer on hand for kids to borrow bikes and helmets for use or they can bring their own bikes. Includes hands-on bike mechanics instruction, safety & balance drills, and practice rides.

Way to Go! Commuter Challenge. New date, midSept. - Sign up at waytogovt.org for great prizes.

Check out your alternative transportation options at Go Vermont’s connectingcommuters.com.

Coming Soon! In-Road Bike Position Sensors Elm and Academy Street intersections. Position your bike on new bike position sensor stencils at Elm and Academy Streets to trigger the traffic light to change as it will for approaching cars. Your bike needs to be positioned precisely on the in-road magnetic loop for this to occur. The stencil will help you find it.

Coming Soon! Rapid Flashing Beacon Lights - Look for these coming soon to some of our more congested

and risky downtown crosswalks.

Coming Soon! Navigating Middlebury by Bike Look for a new pamphlet and video on Middlebury’s new ordinance for bicycles and other rideable devices to teach you how to properly, safely and enjoyably navigate Middlebury by bike.

Middbikeped - Interested in hearing about or helping efforts to make Middlebury bike and pedestrian friendly? Join the middbikeped email list by contacting Adam Franco at adamfranco@gmail.com. Middlebury has achieved the highest level in Safe Routes to School VT, which encourages walking and biking to school regularly and safely. Students who walk and bike to school tend to arrive ready to learn and be healthier overall. Fewer children being driven to school reduces car congestion and improves air quality. We monitor traffic patterns and student travel behavior, plan activities to teach bike skills and rules of the road, and recommend improvements to roads, parking lots, drop offs, sidewalks, crosswalks, traffic lights, signage, bus routes, bike routes, bike racks, and more as defined in the Middlebury School Transportation Plan at http:// www.maryhoganschool.org/. For more information or to help, contact Middlebury Safe Routes Coordinator Laura Asermily at lasermily@yahoo.com or 388-9478.

Bikes on sidewalks: You may ride bikes on sidewalks to get to and from school. The only exception is for the sidewalks on Main St from Printers Alley (by National Bank of Middlebury) to Cross St (by Ilsley Library) and Merchants Row. These sidewalks are closed to all cyclists during business hours (9 am to 5 pm). Skateboards are not permitted except for transit purposes only. Students should be reminded to use caution at driveways and crosswalks and make eye contact with motorists before proceeding. Studies show that it’s safer to use roadways if possible because it’s harder for motorists to see you riding on a sidewalk rather than the roadway when they are turning into driveways.

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • April 28, 2016 Fall Soccer 2016 Early Registration

Playing Times: Division 1- Grades 1 and 2 (Coed) - Wednesday and Friday 3:30-4:45 Division 2- Grades 3 and 4 (Gender Specific) - Tuesday and Thursday 3:30-5:00 Division 3- Grades 5 and 6 (Gender Specific) – Boys: Monday and Friday 3:30-5

Girls: Monday and Thursday 5-6:30 (Note: 5/6 grade girls play later in the evening so that any girls interested in participating in the field hockey program on Monday afternoons may do so) • All practices will be held at the Middlebury Recreation Park • Program will begin the week of September 14th.

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

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

• We ask that all players be registered on or before Friday September 11th.

Fee: $70 for Residents of Middlebury, $80.50 for NonResidents (Scholarships available) *Each player will receive a ball and jersey to keep* If you are interested in coaching a team please email Dustin Hunt dhunt@townofmiddlebury.org or call 3888100 ext 216

Preschool and Kindergarten Soccer (Ages 4-5) This 4 week session will focus on teaching the basic fundamentals of soccer. This program is designed to be clinic-based skills work which will help players get ready for the next level of competitive soccer while keeping it fun and engaging. The groups will be age specific this year and we will be limiting it to 20 players per session per age group so we can keep the group sizes small and offer more one on one direction. If you sign up for the first session please

wait to sign up for the second so we can make sure everyone who wants to participate gets a chance.

Session 1 - Monday Sept 12-October 3rd. 4 Year olds- 3:30-4:25 5 Year olds- 4:30-5:25 Session 2 - October 10th-October 31st (Last day might be changed due to Halloween) Cost: $50 for Residents, $57.50 Non-Residents Register: Starting May 1st on www.middleburyparksandrec.org

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Dog Training Classes ALL CLASSES THIS SESSION begin Sat June 24th with a class on dog behavior and learning (without your dog) 6:30-7:30. Subsequent classes are Sats 6/25, 7/9, 7/16, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13 Puppy Kindergarten Sundays 10:15-11:00 Open to puppies 10-18 weeks of age the start date of the class.

This class is a must for puppies to become wellfunctioning, safe happy, adult dogs. Puppies absolutely must be socialized with many humans and friendly dogs by four months of age to prevent fear towards people and other dogs otherwise puppies often end up with fear and behavior problems by the time they are one year in age. For this reason, the American Veterinary Society of Animal Behavior believes that it should be the standard of care for puppies to receive such socialization before they are fully vaccinated.

Puppies should receive a minimum of one set of vaccines at least 7 days prior to the first class and a first deworming.

Don’t wait until your dog is an unruly adolescent with behavior issues, now is the time to get your puppy started on the right foot. You and your family won’t want to miss this fun playtime with built in training sessions to create a foundation of learning. See the supply list below for what to bring. Class is $79 for six weeks for Residents and $89.00 for Non Residents. The first class is a presentation on dog behavior and learning and is without your puppy.

Please register through the Best Buddy K9 training website. To do this go to bestbuddyk9training.com click on “sign up for classes” and follow the directions for the two parts (the Midd Rec online form and the Best Buddy K9 Training Customer Agreement.) If you need help registering or need to register another way please call Best Buddy K9 Training at (802) 989-0463.

Adult Dog Training I: Sundays 11:15-12:15 (Dog pre-class play session 11-11:15 for a drop in fee of $5 if enough interest.)This class will provide all the building blocks a dog of any age needs for a foundation of training and attention towards you. This class will show you how to gain your dog’s respect through controlling access to all things dogs love, while rewarding good behavior, and teaches obedience cues. Have an older dog? No problem! Training needs to be improved and maintained and is a lifelong activity for both you and your dog, and provides the mental stimulation your dog needs. You will also learn about dog behavior and learning so you and your canine friend can become a great team. Open to dogs age four months or older.

Some cues taught include Attention, Sit, Down, Stand, Stay, and Come/ recall skills, Leave it, Drop it, directions changes, heel, and more! The 7 sessions are $105 for Residents and $115 for Non-Residents. Please register through the best buddy dog training website.

To do this go to bestbuddyk9training.com click on “sign up for classes” and follow the directions for the two parts (the Midd Rec online form and the Best Buddy K9 Training Customer Agreement.” If you need help registering or need to register another way please call Best Buddy K9 Training at (802) 989-0463.

Supply list for Dog Classes: For adult dogs please bring an up to date copy of your vet records showing rabies vaccination to the first class. For puppies please bring vet records showing the first round of shots and deworming info. Other supplies include: Strong leash, treat training bag pouch (optional), training treats (pea sized training treats that your dog loves such as pieces of freeze dried liver, hot dog pieces, the dog’s own kibble, etc.) I recommend the “Easy Walk” harness which you can purchase online or at Agway. No choke or prong collars please. Please bring a pair of indoor shoes since no street shoes will be allowed on the new gym floor. For More Information: Please contact Sandy at Best Buddy K9 Training: bestbuddyk9training@gmail.com or (802) 989-0463, website: bestbuddyk9training.com

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Middlebury Parks & Recreation Department Summer Activity Guide • The Addison Independent • April 28, 2016 Middlebury Studio School - Summer Art Camps 2016

All camps will be from 9-11:30AM & are held at the Patricia Hannaford Career Center, 51 Charles Ave., Middlebury June 20-24, Build a Dragon, Instructor: Renee Ursitti We will design, build, create and paint a dragon that you can take home with you. Use your imagination and some paper maché to create an amazing dragon. Make details like horns, scales and wings. Bring a snack and wear your art clothes. For ages 6 and up. Tuition $150 materials included June 27-July 1, Paint It BIG! Instructor: Kathy Hall If you love to paint, this is the camp for you.

Each day we will focus on a new painting project and explore lots of painting techniques. Some of the projects will include creating extra large paintings, collages that will use a combination of paint and other materials, and more! We will be using watercolors, acrylics and nontoxic fabric paints. Be sure to wear your paint clothes and bring a snack. For ages 6 and up. Tuition $150 materials included July 5-8, Beach Party Instructor: Stephanie Blackman It’s a week long beach party! Kids create surfboard art and sand inspired castles. Come listen to fun beach tunes and let your child’s creative juices flow. For ages 6 and up.

Bring a snack. 4 days. Tuition $120 - materials included July 11-15, Nature Exploration Instructor: Stephanie Blackman Have you found a caterpillar in the grasses, seen a tadpole swish away from your step, made a wish blowing on a milkweed seed? The exploration of the way plants, insects and pond critters are growing up around us will be the inspiration for a large scale masterpiece. For ages 6 and up. Bring a snack. Tuition $150 - materials included.

July 18-22, Mythological Monsters and Beasts Instructor: Stephanie Blackman Explore the ancient world of mythology while tapping our imaginations by creating creatures from another time. In this 3-D class students will combine different characteristics of animals such as beaks, fur, scales,

claws, and wild manes of hair. We will explore books on mythology to decide in what lands our monsters will live.

There will be no end to the creativity explored in this fun class! Bring a drink/snack. For ages 6 and up. Tuition $150 - materials included July 25-29, SUPER Pegs & Magic Places Instructor: Claire Tebbs Come create super heroes, magical messengers, wizards, gnomes, creatures and fairies! In this class you will paint, seal and accessorize blank, wooden peg people and create worlds for them to live in using felt, cardboard, and found objects. Your imagination is your only limit. Ages 7-99. Bring a snack.

Tuition $150 - materials included Aug. 1-5, Art of India Instructor: Poppy Rees We will be inspired by decorated elephants, Henna Art on hands and feet, large Rangoli designs, and festive banners in bold, lush colors.

These are among the projects we will create as we explore the ornate and colorful art of India.

Wear paint clothes and bring a snack and drink. Ages 6 and up. Tuition $150 -materials included Aug. 8-12, Animals in Art Instructor: Stephanie Blackman In this class students will learn about animals in art!

They will use a variety of media to create several artworks highlighting animals. They will even create a 3D paper mache animal from their imagination. For ages 6 and up.

Bring a snack. Tuition $150 - materials included Aug. 15 & 17-19, Where the Elves and Fairies Live Instructor: Kathy Hall In this camp we will be creating miniature worlds where small creatures like elves or fairies might love to live.

Using lots of materials from nature, found objects, paints and other art materials, campers will design and build their own dwellings. We will also use materials like clay, papier mache and fabric to make our own elves or fairies.

Wear your paint clothes, bring a snack and prepare to have an art adventure! For ages 6 and up. 4 days. Tuition $120 - materials included. No class on Aug. 16th.

Children’s Summer Clay Classes Classes will be held at 2377 Rte. 7 South in Middlebury AM Multi-age Wheel Instructor: Su Shannon Ages 8 to adult, 10:30-Noon, Tuition: $60 Sess. 1A MW-June 14, 15, 16 Sess. 2A MW-June 21, 22, 23 Sess. 3A MW-June 28, 29, 30 Sess. 4A MW-July 5, 6, 7 Sess. 5A MW-July 12, 13, 14 Sess. 6A MW-July 19, 20, 21 Sess. 7A MW-July 26, 27, 28 Sess. 8A MWAug 2, 3, 4 Sess. 9A MW-Aug 9, 10, 11 Sess. 10A MWAug 16, 17, 18 PM Multi-age Wheel Instructor: Su Shannon Ages 8 to adult, 12:30-2PM, Tuition: $60 Sess. 1P MW- June 14, 15, 16 Sess. 2P MW- June 21,

22, 23 Sess. 3P MW- June 28, 29, 30 Sess. 4P MW- July 5, 6, 7 Sess. 5P MW- July 12, 13, 14 Sess. 6P MW- July 19, 20, 21 Sess. 7P MW- July 26, 27, 28 Sess. 8P MWAug 2, 3, 4 Sess. 9P MW- Aug 9, 10, 11 Sess. 10P MWAug 16, 17, 18

Multi-age Hand Building Instructor: Kathy Clarke Ages 5 to adult, 3:30-5PM, Tuition: $60 Sess. 1H – June 14, 15, 16 Sess. 2H- June 21, 22, 23 Sess. 3H – June 28, 29, 30 Sess. 4H – July 5, 6, 7 Sess.

5H – July 12, 13, 14 Sess. 6H – July 19, 20, 21 Sess. 7H – July 26, 27, 28 Sess. 8H – Aug 2, 3, 4 Sess. 9H – Aug 9, 10, 11 Sess.

10H – Aug 16, 17, 18

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Program Registration Form • Please fill out every field of this form.

• Parent must sign bottom of form if participant is under 18 years of age.

• You can put multiple children on each form.

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RELEASE: I understand that there are risks of physical injury inherent in participating in sports and recreational activities. I understand that the Town of Middlebury does not carry health or accident insurance for participants of its programs, and strongly advises paticipants to carry adequate coverage for themselves and their family. I am aware of the particular risks involved in the above programs and have considered these risks before registering myself or my child. I hereby release the Town of Middlebury, its employees, and agents from any liability of personal injury, or the loss or damage to personal property which I or my child may experience in connection with activities sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department. I hereby consent to any medical procedures deemed advisable for my child in the event I cannot be reached and my child has sustained an injury. I hereby consent to the use of my or my child’s photo, video, etc. by the department for flyers, presentations, etc.

NOTE: All programs are on a first-come, first-served basis. Space may be limited in some programs!

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Designers, builders and owners are working to improve residential energy efficiency. See section C.

The incoming Middlebury College president meets with town officials. See Page 3A.

Two share No. 1 honors on the 2015 Independent Girls’ Basketball All-Star Team. See Page 1B.

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By ZACH DESPART BRISTOL — The Mount Abra- minds. ham Union High School board took About 30 parents, faculty and its first crack at developing a community members were on Bristol new budget proposal for hand to share their concerns the Bristol school Tuesday Elementary about the budget. ANeSU evening after voters in the Superintendent David Adis in the five-town area rejected ams said some residents same boat. expressed anxiety about the initial draft on Town See Page 17A the quality of education Meeting Day. While board members did at the school, while others not decide whether to create a said they cannot support increasbudget that is more or less expensive ing education taxes to support the than the original spending plan, they school. did decide to solicit input from votThe spending plan that voters re-

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Rep. Fred Baser, R-Bristol, said of the “I’m fearful that there will be tax deficit. “What it is going to require is increases (as well as budget cuts),” • Dubra some pretty significant reductions said Baser, a member of the House the governor’s budget. It is going Commerce and Economic DevelopTomsic,in vka toone require - a little bit of pain when it ment Committee. “What they will time stud MIDDLEBURY UNION HIGH School seniors, dressed as Oompa Loompas, rehearse a scene from this year’s senior musical Tuesday aftercomes programs.” be, I guess, remains to be seen. There enttoofsaid noon. The production of “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory” will be staged in the school auditorium Friday and Saturday at 7 p.m. and the grea Baser it’s too early to tell seems to be a lot of folks who think Sunday at 2 p.m. See more photos on Page 2A. t Artstate Independent photo/Trent Campbell ur programs will be trimmed taxing sweetened beverages is a good Rubenst which or eliminated.

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