RecConnect Summer 2012 by Town of Wake Forest

Jun-Aug 2012

RecConnect Wake Forest Parks and Recreation

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Jun-Aug 2012

The Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department seeks to enhance the lives of the citizens of Wake Forest by offering a comprehensive system of parks, greenways, facilities, and open spaces, coupled with cultural and athletic programs, that promote education, health, and wellness. Town of Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department 301 S. Brooks St. Wake Forest, NC 27587 (919) 435-9560 Office Hours:

Monday - Friday | 8:00 am - 5:00 pm www.wakeforestnc.gov/parksrecreation.aspx

Sunday, Jun 3 ~ 5:00-7:00 pm E. Carroll Joyner Park Featuring boot stomping rhythms and heartfelt vocals, The Gravy Boys will perform at the June 3rd concert during the Six Sundays in Spring series. The show is presented by PineCone and co-sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department and United Arts of Raleigh and Wake County.

Six Sundays in Spring Sundays, Apr 29 to Jun 3 ~ 3:00-7:00 pm E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Rd. Bring a picnic and a blanket and enjoy six free concerts at E. Carroll Joyner Park. Presented by Wake Forest ARTS, the Six Sundays in Spring concert series will feature even more music this year. Performances begin at 3 pm with the headliner taking the stage at 5 pm. Snacks and refreshments are available. For more information, email info@WakeForestARTS.org. Please note: no alcohol, firearms, or unleashed dogs are permitted at the concert. In case of inclement weather, updated concert information will be available on Community Channel 10 and by calling the Wake Forest Weather Line at (919) 435-9569.

Concert in the Park Sunday, Aug 5 ~ 5:00-7:00 pm E. Carroll Joyner Park, 701 Harris Rd. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy great music in the great outdoors. This free concert is presented by PineCone and co-sponsored by the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department and United Arts of Raleigh and Wake County.

Administration

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Administration/Recreation Office............(919) 435-9560 Fax............................................................(919) 435-9499 Weather Line.....................................(919) 435-9569 Facility Maintenance Division..................(919) 554-6184 Parks & Recreation Director Ruben Wall........................................(919) 435-9561 Athletics Coordinator Edward Austin...................................(919) 435-9562 Programs Coordinator Cindy Fergeson.................................(919) 435-9563 Office Assistant Rosemary Pimentel..........................(919) 435-9564 Urban Forester Evan Keto..........................................(919) 435-9565 Maintenance Superintendant Jimmy Thrift......................................(919) 554-6184 Maintenance Crew Supervisor................... Randy Hoyle Maintenance Specialist..........................James Brantley Maintenance Specialist.......................... Daniel Conyers Maintenance Specialist ...............................Kyle Keaton Maintenance Specialist...............................Terry Medlin Maintenance Specialist...........................Brandon Smith Maintenance Specialist............................Mike Underhill Flaherty Park Community Center............(919) 554-6726 Facility Supervisor.........................................Beth Jones Facility Supervisor.................................... Charles Grant Facility Supervisor.................................... Gloria Crudup Facility Supervisor.................................... Stella Daniska

Registration Forms and Fees The registration form is located at the back of this brochure. Complete one registration form per participant. 1. Please print all information. 2. Non-residents pay an additional fee for athletic programs and swim lessons. 3. Read and sign all appropriate forms. 4. Make full payment. Note: The Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department reserves the right to alter schedules, fees, and instructors as necessary. Classes are subject to cancellation when minimum enrollment has not been reached. Classes are subject to instructor availability. In preschool programs where parent participation is not required, children must be pottytrained in order to participate. Non-Resident Fees

Anyone residing outside the corporate limits of the Town of Wake Forest is encouraged to participate but will be assessed an additional non-resident fee.

Class Registration Registration begins Monday, April 2 for all classes. Preregistration is required for all programs. To register for a class, an individual must complete a registration form. A copy of your child’s birth certificate is required for summer camp registration. Mail-in and walk-in registrations are accepted. Full payment must be made at the time of registration. Class registrations will be accepted up to two days before the program’s start date as long as space is available.

online registration

walk-in registration

The Parks and Recreation Department is working to expand online registration for all classes. This fall, online registration will be available for Toddler Art, Preschool Art, Art for Homeschoolers and Kids Art programs only.

Walk-in registration will occur during normal business hours (Monday Friday, 8 am-5 pm). See registration dates for Athletic Programs.

Class Refund Policy Class fees are 100% refundable when the class is canceled by the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department. Anyone wishing to withdraw from a class that has not been canceled by the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department must request a refund, in writing, at least seven days before the start of the class. Refunds will not be given for withdrawals made less than the seven day period other than for verified medical/hardship cases.

Athletic Registration Athletic registration forms will only be accepted during the advertised registration period. Early registrations will not be accepted. mail-in registration

Athletic registration forms may be submitted by mail but must be postmarked no later than the last day of registration. Forms will be made available during registration periods only. Birth certificates are required at the time of registration.

Online registration (athletics only)

Online registration for youth athletics is available during specified registration dates, for returning players only. To use our online registration, follow the link from the Youth Athletics page on the Town’s website at www. wakeforestnc.gov/parksrecreation.aspx.

Athletic Refund Policy Anyone withdrawing from an Athletic Program must request a refund, in writing, in order for a refund to be processed. Fees are 100% refundable if requested before participant’s first assigned team practice.

Parks and Greenways

Ailey Young Park

Holding Park

800 Juniper Avenue—15 acres • ball field • two basketball courts • playground • picnic shelter

133 W. Owen Avenue—5 acres • playground • picnic tables • basketball court

E. Carroll Joyner Park 701 Harris Road—117 acres • 1,000-lawn seat amphitheater • performance garden • open meadows • restored farm buildings/pecan grove • restrooms • pond • three miles of walking trails Amphitheater and performance garden are available for rental, details on page 6.

J.B. Flaherty Park 1226 N. White Street—100 acres • three lighted baseball and softball fields • restroom/storage building • playground • two-acre dog park • eight lighted tennis courts • two picnic shelters • two ponds

Flaherty Dog Park 1226 N. White Street—2 acres Fenced-in area where dog owners can let their pets run free safely and legally without a leash. • separately fenced areas for small dogs and larger dogs • picnic tables and shade trees

H.L. Miller Park 401 Elm Avenue—2 acres • paved trails through wooded area • picnic tables

Forrest Field—leased from Wake

County Public Schools for league use

Kiwanis Park 400 E. Holding Avenue—1 acre • playground with ADA compliant features • picnic shelter • paved greenway adjacent to park

Plummer Park 965 Jones Wynd—½ acre Crenshaw Manor subdivision

• playground • picnic shelter

Smith Creek Soccer Center 690 Heritage Lake Road—17 acres Heritage subdivision

• three full-size soccer fields • playground • picnic shelter

Taylor Street Park 416 N. Taylor Street—1½ acres • playground • picnic shelter • paved walking area • garden areas

Tyler Run Park 830 Pineview Drive—9 acres Tyler Run/Holding Ridge subdivision

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T-ball field basketball court picnic tables greenway trail playground specifically designed for children ages 2-5

pro g ra m fac i li t i e s Wake Forest Parks & Recreation programs are held at the following facilities: Wake Forest Community House 133 W. Owen Ave. at Holding Park FLAHERTY PARK Community Center 1226 N. White St.

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regulation high school gymnasium arts and crafts room game room meeting room with a small kitchen

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P ar k & F ac i l i ty

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Alston-Massenburg Center 416 N. Taylor Street

he following facilities can be rented for special events. For additional information, please contact the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department at (919) 435-9560.

E. Carroll Joyner Park Amphitheater

E. Carroll Joyner Park 701 Harris Road Amphitheater The 1,000-lawn seat amphitheater is a great location for family reunions, church programs, and other activities. Deposit: Rates:

Alston-Massenburg Center

$100 Monday - Friday:

Half-Day: $150 8 am-2 pm or 3 pm-Dusk Full Day: $250 Dawn-Dusk

sat-sun & Holidays:

Half-Day: $200 8 am-2 pm or 3 pm-Dusk Full Day: $400 Dawn-Dusk

Note: The Alston-Massenburg Center will be available for rent after renovations are completed in mid-2012. Available for weddings, receptions, family reunions, and other activities. Maximum capacity is 54 persons. Deposit: $50 Rates: Full Day: $60 8 am-10 pm (Fri-Sun only)

Wake Forest Community House 133 W. Owen Avenue Available on weekends (Fri-Sun) for family reunions, weddings, receptions and other activities. Maximum capacity is 225 persons. Deposit: Rates:

$100 Half-Day: $200 8 am-3 pm or 5 pm-Midnight Full Day: $400 8 am-Midnight

Flaherty Park Community Center 1226 N. White Street

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Performance Garden

Gymnasium (available Sat-Sun only)

The intimate setting is a great location for small family gatherings, weddings, receptions, and other similar activities.

Deposit: $100 Rates: $80/hr., 2 hr. minimum Additional $15/hr. supervisory fee for after hours: 5 pm-Midnight

Deposit: Rates:

$50 Monday - Friday:

Half-Day: $75 8 am-2 pm or 3 pm-Dusk Full Day: $150 Dawn-Dusk

sat-sun & Holidays:

Half-Day: $100 8 am-2 pm or 3 pm-Dusk Full Day: $200 Dawn-Dusk

Note: Holidays include Memorial Day, Fourth of July and Labor Day.

Meeting Room (available Sat-Sun only) Deposit: $100 Rates: $40/hr., 2 hr. minimum Additional $15/hr. supervisory fee for after hours: 5 pm-Midnight

Athletic Field Rental Deposit: Rates: Lights:

Open Space Rental Reserve open space at Holding Park, Flaherty Park and E. Carroll Joyner Park. Rates:

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$25 Full Day: $125 (no lights) Hourly: $25 (no lights) Plus additional $30 field prep fee $15/hr.

$15/hr., 2 hr. minimum

Jumpstart Toddler Montessori) (ages 18 mos-3 yrs) Come explore the wonderful world of learning as you guide your children through our classroom full of educational stations. From math and science centers featuring counting bears and colorful shapes, to language arts centers featuring the works of Eric Carle and Dr. Seuss, your children will have so much fun, they won’t even realize how much they are learning. Each week, students will be exposed to new educational concepts through a short musical lap-sit circle time and puppet show. Then, students will be able to get creative with washable art projects such as making beautiful butterfly prints or glittering rainbows. Also, we will explore “social” stations full of building blocks, cooking centers, train sets, puppets, and more. So help your toddler get a jump start on preschool! Hope to see you there! Each child will receive a CD of the music used in our class. Parent participation required. No class July 5. Location: Instructor: Fee: Sessions:

Cottage at Olde Mill Stream Rhonda Felton $48 per session Jun 7-Jul 19 Thu 9:00-10:00 am Jul 26-Aug 30 Thu 9:00-10:00 am

Sing a Song of Summer by Moving to the Music (ages 18 mos-3 yrs) It’s hot outside so try and stay cool in this lively class for our youngest music lovers. We will explore the magic of summer through song, dance, and dramatic play for tiny toes. Your child will learn about ocean animals, fireflies, summer flowers, and many others as we sing and dance throughout the season. Each child will receive a music bag, which includes a CD of the music from our class. Parent participation required. No class July 5. Location: Instructor: Fee: Sessions:

Cottage at Olde Mill Stream Rhonda Felton $48 per session Jun 7-Jul 19 Thu 10:00-11:00 am Jul 26-Aug 30 Thu 10:00-11:00 am

Preschool Art Camp

Sensational Summer by Toddler Time (ages 2-4) Come beat the heat of summer in this educational class designed for little fingers. We will begin each week with a musical lapsit circle time introduce your little ones to the joys of learning through song and dance! Students will have an opportunity to express their rhythm through hands-on fun with triangles, rhythm sticks, and more. Then, children will explore our “theme of the day” through educational centers and projects. Your child will learn all about science and nature through study of dinosaurs, sea creatures, bubbles, and many other exciting summer concepts in this center based mini-preschool for our smallest students. So come on down for a jump-start on education and more importantly, a great experience with your child. Each child will receive a CD of the music used in our class. Parent participation required. No class July 5. Location: Instructor: Fee: Sessions:

Preschool pr o g ra m s

Jumpstart Toddler Montessori

Cottage at Olde Mill Stream Rhonda Felton $48 per session Jun 7-Jul 19 Thu 11:00 am-12:00 pm Jul 26-Aug 30 Thu 11:00 am-12:00 pm

Creative Dance Movement (ages 2-3) An introduction to multiple styles of dance by allowing the child to interpret their own movements in an array of activities and dances. We will be using nursery rhymes/ lullabies to make this class more kid friendly. Requirements: Flexible clothing, pink ballet slippers for girls, and black Jazz shoes for boys. No class July 2 or July 6. Location: Instructor: Fee: Sessions:

Cottage at Olde Mill Stream Jessica Marshall $60 per session Jun 18-Aug 13 Mon 9:30-10:00 am Jun 22-Aug 17 Fri 9:30-10:00 am

Tiny Ballerinas

Preschool Art Camp– Summertime Fun (ages 3-5) Students will enjoy a week of stories and art projects based around a theme. Good ol’ summertime fun is in line for this camp. Students will explore basic art techniques through different mediums. Please bring a snack daily. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Maureen Seltzer $85 Jul 23-27 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00 pm

Preschool Art Camp— In the Jungle (ages 3-5)

Jumpstart Toddler Montessori

Tiny Ballerinas (ages 3-5) Students will learn stretching, technique, and movements to encourage flexibility, dexterity, poise, grace, balance, and self confidence. We will learn all the ballet basics including the five positions, turns, and balance practices. Requirements: Ballet shoes and flexible clothing. No class July 2 or July 6. Location: Cottage at Olde Mill Stream Instructor: Jessica Marshall Fee: $60 per session Sessions: Jun 18-Aug 13 Mon 10:15-11:00 am Jun 22-Aug 17 Fri 10:15-11:00 am

Preschool pr o g ra m s

A copy of your child’s birth certificate is required for summer camp registration.

Preschool Art Camp— Eric Carle (ages 3-5) Students will enjoy a week of stories and art projects based around a theme. Join us for a week of learning about Eric Carle and his wonderful art and stories. Students will explore basic art techniques through different mediums. Please bring a snack daily. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Maureen Seltzer $85 Jun 18-22 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-12:00 pm

Preschool Art Camp— Under the Sea (ages 3-5) Students will enjoy a week of stories and art projects based around a theme. Come and join in on the fun as we explore under sea life with great stories and art activities. Students will explore basic art techniques through different mediums. Please bring a snack daily. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

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Students will enjoy a week of stories and art projects based around a theme. Come explore this fun journey with us through the jungle. Students will explore basic art techniques through different mediums. Please bring a snack daily. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Maureen Seltzer $85 Jul 30-Aug 3 Mon-Fri 9:00-12:00 pm

Tiny Tots Sports Camp (ages 4-5) Learn basic fundamentals, team work, and sportsmanship in a noncompetitive atmosphere. Sports include basketball, t-ball, soccer, tennis, and football. Please bring a snack daily. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Maureen Seltzer $85 Jun 25-29 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00 pm

Tiny Ballerinas

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Beth Averette $85 Jun 18-22 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-12:00 pm

Kids Art Camp—Around the World (ages 6-8)

Youth Art Camp (ages 13-16)

Learn drawing, composition and color as you join us on a fun trip around the world. We will explore many different countries and their art through different art mediums. Please bring a snack daily.

Students will experience and enjoy the different mediums: pencil, watercolor, acrylic, and charcoal while completing an art piece each day. Paint a landscape, an animal, still life, and much more! Please bring a snack daily.

Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Maureen Seltzer $85 Jul 9-13 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-12:00 pm

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Mary Benejam $85 Jun 25-29 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-12:00 pm

Kids Art Camp—Famous Artist

Soap Carving Camp

(ages 6-8)

Join woodcarver Fred Zinn in the age-old fun craft of soap carving. Students will carve various objects of their choice. Tools used for carving will be made out of wood and dull metal. Requirements: Students should bring five bars of Ivory® soap per day.

Come along for a fun filled week of learning drawing, composition and color as we explore the artwork of such artists as Vincent Van Gogh, Pablo Picasso and Henri Matisse, to name a few. Please bring a snack daily. Location: Director: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Maureen Seltzer $85 Aug 6-10 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-12:00 pm

Kids Art Camp—Animals (ages 6-8) Come join us for a fun week of learning how to draw, paint and sculpt animals. We will work in pencil, charcoal, acrylic and paper mâché. Please bring a snack daily. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Maureen Seltzer $85 Aug 13-17 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-12:00 pm

Art 4 Fun Studio Camp (ages 9-12) Students will learn drawing, composition, and color. Explore different art mediums: pencil, charcoal, pastel and acrylic. Please bring a snack daily. Location: Instructor: Fee: Sessions:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Mary Benejam $85 per session Jun 11-15 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-12:00 pm Jul 16-20 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-12:00 pm

Youth

pr o g ra m s

Youth Art Camp

(ages 8-14)

Location: Instructor: Fee: Sessions:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Fred Zinn $75 per session Jun 11-15 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-12:00 pm Jul 16-20 Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30 pm Aug 13-17 Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30 pm

Woodcarving Camp (ages 12-17) Students will be given hands-on instruction. Projects include whittling (whirligigs), carving in the round (animals and spoons), chip carving (picture pattern), and relief carving (picture). Classes will cover all aspects of carving, such as: safety, sharpening, and which woods are best for carving. All levels of experience and repeat students are welcome. Location: Instructor: Fee: Sessions:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Fred Zinn $75 per session Jun 11-15 Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30 pm Jul 9-13 Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30 pm Aug 6-10 Mon-Fri 1:30-4:30 pm

Acoustic Guitar Camp

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Art of Woodcarving

Youth pr o g ra m s

Green Thumb Camp (ages 6-12) Learn about plants, herbs, environmental concerns, how to propagate different plants, and make some nifty craft items! Location: Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Instructor: Master Gardeners Fee: $25 Session: Jul 23-26 Mon-Thu 9:00-11:30 am

(ages 12-17) Students will be given hands-on instruction on carving an animal in the round using buckeye wood materials. An explanation of different types of woodcarvings and wood toxicity will be addressed. Demonstrations on tool safety, basic sharpening techniques, and stropping to maintain a sharp blade will be emphasized. Additional information will be provided on tool catalogues and wood carving magazines. All experience levels welcome. No class July 2 and July 5. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Cottage at Olde Mill Stream Fred Zinn $45 Jun 11-Jul 23 Mon 6:30-8:30 pm

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Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Fred Zinn $45 Jun 14-Jul 26 Thu 6:30-8:30 pm

Beginner Acoustic Guitar Camp (ages 6-8) Students will learn basic techniques, chords, and finger exercises. Requirements: Students must bring an acoustic guitar and a pick. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session: Tae Kwon Do

Cottage at Olde Mill Stream Krista Pimentel $75 Jun 11-15 Mon-Fri 1:30-4:00 pm

Beginner Acoustic Guitar Camp (ages 9-12) Students will learn basic techniques, chords, and finger exercises. Requirements: Students must bring an acoustic guitar and a pick. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Beginner Acoustic Guitar Camp (ages 6-12) Students will learn basic techniques, chords, and finger exercises. Requirements: Students must bring an acoustic guitar and a pick. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Krista Pimentel $75 Jul 30-Aug 3 Mon-Fri 1:30-4:00 pm

Outdoor and Nature Photography Workshop (ages 14-adult) Looking to expand your capabilities and knowledge with your digital or film camera? In addition to learning how to compose images in an outdoor setting with its ever changing light conditions, this class will help increase your understanding of things like f-stops, shutter speeds, ISO and their interactions. This class is geared toward beginners and intermediates from teens to seniors all seeking to improve and to expand their capabilities. The goal: Taking your camera off automatic and taking the photograph you want instead of what your camera thinks you want. By doing things right, you’ll need very little software manipulation! Please bring a lunch. Field trip: After the “lecture” portion of this class, we will head to JC Raulston Arboretum for approximately two hours to practice as a class. Students must provide their own transportation. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

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Cottage at Olde Mill Stream Krista Pimentel $75 Jun 25-29 Mon-Fri 1:30-4:00 pm

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Sol Levine $50 Jul 28 Sat 8:30 am-2:30 pm

Beginner Tae Kwon Do (ages 7-17)

Beginning Ballet (ages 6-8) This course is designed to teach the basic fundamentals of ballet in a fun yet challenging way to aid your child in developing their love for dancing. Students will learn balance, flexibility, patience, and dexterity. We will focus on ballet basics including turns, jumps, cross floor movements, and of course the proper foot and arm positions that give ballet its class. Requirements: Ballet shoes—must have an elastic strap across the top of the foot. No class July 2 and July 6. Location: Instructor: Fee: Sessions:

Cottage at Olde Mill Stream Jessica Marshall $60 per session Jun 18-Aug 13 Mon 11:15 am-12:00 pm Jun 22-Aug 17 Fri 11:15 am-12:00 pm

Combination Dance (ages 7-10)

Location: Wake Forest Community House Instructor: Kevin Ray Fee: $35 per month Session: Ongoing Tue & Thu 6:00-6:30 pm

Intermediate Tae Kwon Do (ages 7-17) No class the first Thursday of every month. Note: Please register the first Tuesday of every month with the instructor. Location: Wake Forest Community House Instructor: Kevin Ray Fee: $35 per month Session: Ongoing Tue & Thu 6:30-7:30 pm

Advanced Tae Kwon Do (ages 7-17)

This class will focus on both ballet and Broadway style tap dancing. Requirements: Ballet shoes—must have an elastic strap across the top of the foot, and tap shoes. No class July 2. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Learn martial arts skills, develop self-esteem, confidence, and respect for others. No class the first Thursday of every month. Note: Please register the first Tuesday of every month with the instructor.

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Jessica Marshall $60 Jun 18-Aug 13 Mon 5:00-5:45 pm

Teens Ballroom Dancing (ages 14-17) Students will focus on foxtrot, waltz, tango, West Coast swing, and cha-cha. Teens will have the opportunity to learn at a fast pace to keep them on their toes. Each dance is designed to push each student to rise to the challenge. No class July 2. Location: Wake Forest Community House Instructor: Jessica Marshall Fee: $60 Session: Jun 18-Aug 13 Mon 6:30-7:30 pm

No class the first Thursday of every month. Note: Please register the first Tuesday of every month with the instructor. Location: Wake Forest Community House Instructor: Kevin Ray Fee: $35 per month Session: Ongoing Tue & Thu 7:30-8:30 pm

(ages 7-adult) Come jump rope for fun and health while learning some new rope skills. We will practice speed, endurance, tricks, and long rope exercises. Great for adults and children alike. Please bring your own short rope. Long ropes will be provided. No class July 4.

All Star Sports Camp (ages 6-7) Different sports will be covered daily. Basic fundamentals, skills, and teamwork are emphasized in a non-competitive atmosphere. Please bring a snack daily. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Jump for Fitness

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Beth Averette $85 Jun 18-22 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00 pm

Location: Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Instructor: Jessica Marshall Fee: $60 Session: Jun 20-Aug 15 Wed 6:00-6:45 pm

Youth pr o g ra m s

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Girls Volleyball Skills Camp

Softball Clinic (rising 3rd graders-rising 9th graders) Skills development clinic for softball players, rising third grade through rising ninth grade. Deadline to register: July 16. Location: Heritage High School Ballpark Instructor: Paige Brantley, Heritage High School softball coach Fee: $75 (includes T-shirt) Session: Jul 23-26 Mon-Thurs 3:30-7:00 pm

Youth Golf Camp (ages 5-11) Participants will receive instruction in the game of golf. Learn golf rules as well as the basic fundamentals for putting and driving.

Youth pr o g ra m s

Baseball Clinic (rising 3rd graders-rising 9th graders) Skills development clinic for baseball players, rising third grade through rising ninth grade. Deadline to register: July 16. Location: Heritage High School Ballpark Instructor: Tony Piercy, Heritage High School baseball coach Fee: $75 (includes T-shirt) Session: Jul 23-26 Mon-Thurs 3:30-7:00 pm

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Boys Basketball Camp (ages 7-12) Students will work on the basic fundamentals of the game emphasizing dribbling, shooting, free throws, and defensive skills. Participants will be divided by age groups for game play. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Youth Golf Camp

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Tim Gupton $100 per session Jun 25-29 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-11:30 am Jul 23-27 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-11:30 am

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Coach Corey Tabron $75 (includes T-shirt) Jul 9-13 Mon-Fri 8:00 am-12:00 pm

Boys Basketball Camp (ages 13-17) Students will work on basic and more advanced fundamentals of the game emphasizing dribbling, shooting, free throws, and defensive skills. Participants will be divided by age groups for game play. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session: Tennis Camp

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Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Coach Corey Tabron $75 (includes T-shirt) Jul 9-13 Mon-Fri 1:00-5:00 pm

Girls Basketball Camp

Beginner Ballroom Dance

(ages 7-15)

(ages 18 & older)

Camp instructors will emphasize dribbling, shooting, free throws, and defensive skills. Participants will be divided by age groups for game play.

A fun introduction to the world of social ballroom dancing. Basic patterns and techniques will be taught that will get students moving comfortably on the dance floor. Students will learn the basics to foxtrot, waltz, tango, rumba, cha-cha, and East Coast swing. No partner necessary. No class July 2.

Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Beth Averette $75 (includes T-shirt) Aug 6-10 Mon-Fri 1:00-5:00 pm

Tennis Camp (ages 8-16) Basic strokes, rules, and etiquette are taught to participants. Players will be grouped by ability, and breaks will be used to learn rules, and scoring. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Beth Averette $100 Aug 6-10 Mon-Fri 9:00 am-12:00 pm

Girls Volleyball Skills Camp (ages 8-14) Develop game skills and learn rules through drills and game play. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Jenna Hinton $75 (includes T-shirt) Jul 30-Aug 1 Mon-Wed 9:00 am-12:00 pm

Location: Wake Forest Community House Instructor: Jessica Marshall Fee: $60 Session: Jun 18-Aug 13 Mon 7:30-8:30 pm

Advanced Ballroom Dance (ages 18 & older) Students must have taken Beginner and Intermediate Ballroom Dance to participate. A continuation of the basics in which floor navigation and more complex patterns will be added. No partner necessary. No class July 4. Location: Wake Forest Community House Instructor: Jessica Marshall Fee: $60 Session: Jun 20-Aug 15 Wed 7:30-8:30 pm

Girls Night Out Cardio Ballroom (ages 16 & older)

Youth Education for Savings (ages 6-15) Youth Education for Savings’ Small Business Ventures project is designed to help youth understand business concepts and vernacular, and to actively practice the financial management lessons they learn. This program will also excite and help engage students in entrepreneurship. Youth Education for Savings’ representatives will invite area small business owners and consultants to join them to deliver financial education lessons tied to small business development. Location: Director: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Kimberly Knox $75 Jun 18-22 Mon-Fri 1:00-4:00 pm

Guess what ladies? Girl’s Night Out just got better! We are now offering it two nights a week on Mondays and Wednesdays to make your workout that much more fun. This dance inspired workout combines ballroom, Latin, swing, and ballet styles of dance for a new type of workout. Bring your friends and join us for a great way to help tone and get rid of those unwanted pounds. Ladies only. No class July 2 and July 4. Location: Wake Forest Community House Instructor: Jessica Marshall Fee: $60 per session Session: Jun 18-Aug 15 Mon & Wed 8:30-9:30 pm

Ballroom Dance

Adult

pr o g ra m s

Intermediate Belly Dance

Beginner Tae Kwon Do

(ages 16 & older)

(ages 18 & older)

For students with previous instruction in Middle Eastern belly dance. Participants will continue to work on basic movements and begin learning finger cymbals and veil movements.

Learn martial arts skills, develop selfesteem, confidence, and respect for others. No class the first Thursday of every month. Note: Please register the first Tuesday of every month with the instructor.

Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Location: Wake Forest Community House Instructor: Kevin Ray Fee: $35 per month Session: Ongoing Tue & Thu 6:00-6:30 pm

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Agnes Wanman $60 Jun 11-Jul 30 Mon 7:00-8:00 pm

Advanced Oil Painting (ages 18 & older) This course is designed for advanced oil painting students working on specific techniques and styles.

Impressionist Painting Workshop

Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Mary Benejam $75 (plus materials) Aug 7-Sep 11 Tue 10:00 am-12:30 pm

(ages 16 & older)

Painting with Oils & Acrylics

Participants will complete an impressionist painting in one afternoon. Students will pick a subject matter and enjoy the painting process that changed the world!

(ages 18 & older)

Location: Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Instructor: Mary Benejam Fee: $70 per session (includes all materials) Session: Jul 14 Sat 10:00 am-3:30 pm

Students will work on their own level with direction under instructor guidance. All levels are welcome. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Mary Benejam $75 (plus materials) Aug 8-Sep 12 Wed 10:00 am-12:30 pm

Basic Self Defense Workshop

Intermediate Tae Kwon Do (ages 18 & older) No class the first Thursday of every month. Note: Please register the first Tuesday of every month with the instructor. Location: Wake Forest Community House Instructor: Kevin Ray Fee: $35 per month Session: Ongoing Tue & Thu 6:30-7:30 pm

Advanced Tae Kwon Do (ages 18 & older) No class the first Thursday of every month. Note: Please register the first Tuesday of every month with the instructor. Location: Wake Forest Community House Instructor: Kevin Ray Fee: $35 per month Session: Ongoing Tue & Thu 7:30-8:30 pm

(ages 16 & older)

Adult

pr o g ra m s

This workshop will cover situational awareness, assessing risk, setting boundaries, conflict resolution, and escaping and fighting back against your attacker. Location: Instructor: Fee: Session:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Kevin Ray $30 Jun 2 Sat 10:00 am-12:00 pm

Outdoor and Nature Photography—see page 10

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Open Swim Hours & Rates Entry Fee: Schedule:

$1 ages 2 & younger $3 ages 3-12 $4 ages 13 & older May 26-Jun 3

Sat-Sun 1:00-7:00 pm

Jun 4-Aug 26

(open weekends only)

(open seven days a week)

Mon-Fri 1:00-6:00 pm Sat-Sun 1:00-7:00 pm

Seasonal Passes Individual pool passes for the summer season can be purchased at town hall beginning May 1. Fee: Schedule:

$40 resident* $65 non-resident May 26-Jun 3

Sat-Sun 1:00-7:00 pm

Jun 4-Aug 26

(open weekends only)

(open seven days a week)

Mon-Fri 1:00-6:00 pm Sat-Sun 1:00-7:00 pm

Parent/Toddler Swim Time (ages 4 & younger) Reserved pool time for parents and toddlers (ages 4 and younger). Pass is required and may be purchased at town hall. Fee: Schedule:

$30 Jun 11-Aug 25 Mon-Sat 12:00-1:00 pm

Holding Park Pool 133 W. Owen Ave. Open May 26-Aug 26

Weekday hours begin June 4

Swim Lessons Swim class sessions (8 sessions over 2 weeks) will be offered in June and July. Specific dates and times will be available at town hall on May 21. Registration begins June 1. All registrations will be accepted at town hall. Maximum of 8 children per class.

The Wake Forest Parks &

Fee:

Recreation Department will

$35 resident* $70 non-resident Registration: Begins Jun 1

open Holding Park Pool for the 2012 season on Saturday,

* “Wake Forest resident” lives within the Town limits

May 26. The 50-meter pool is one of the area’s largest outdoor public swimming pools.

www.wakeforestnc.gov / parksrecreation.aspx

Athletic Leagues ad u lt

Softball Leagues

Athletics

(co-rec and men’s recreational) League play begins in August. Fee:

$550/team

you t h a n d Jun ad1-29 u lt Registration:

yo u t h

Men’s Basketball League play begins in September. Fee: $550/team Registration: Aug 1-17

Fall Baseball & Softball

Dream League Basketball

(boys ages 6-16, girls ages 6-16)

(ages 5-17)

Over 35 Basketball: 3 on 3

Team practices begin in August, games are played from August through early October. League age is determined by participant’s age on April 30, 2012.

League play begins in September.

Fee:

Fee: $100/team Registration: Aug 1-17

Under 35 Basketball: 3 on 3 League play begins in September. Fee: $100/team Registration: Aug 1-17

$40 resident* $80 non-resident Registration: Jun 1-29

An adaptive basketball league for special-needs children. League play begins in September with games on Saturday mornings through October. League age is determined by participant’s age on January 1, 2012. Fee:

$40 resident* $80 non-resident Registration: Aug 1-31

Birth certificate is required. A copy of participant’s birth certificate must be filed with the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department along with a league registration form. Birth certificate is required one time only. * “Wake Forest resident” lives within the Town limits

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Inclement Weather Line (919) 435-9569

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I certify that the information given above is correct to the best of my knowledge. In addi-

h o me p ho n e: wor k p hone : E ma i l :

Photo Release: Your likeness may be captured by the Town of Wake Forest for use in promotional, news, or informational media. Your participation in this activity implies your consent. If you do not wish for your photo to be used, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at (919) 435-9560.

Submit roster to: Town of Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department 301 S. Brooks Street Wake Forest, NC 27587 | (919) 435-9560 | Fax: 919) 435-9499

Waiver, Release of Liability and Indemnification Agreement: By signing this document, I hereby absolve the Town tion, I verify that I am aware that it is my responsibility to inform my team members of the of Wake Forest and any individuals, groups, or organizations officially connected in any manner with the above-stated rules and regulations of the Wake Forest Parks and Recreation Adult Leagues. program of all liabilities including equipment loss, property damage, personal injury, or death. Such absolution is to be binding when the above individuals are acting within the scope of the activity. I hereby accept the supervision, Ma na g e r â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s s i g nat ur e: facilities, and equipment as being satisfactory for the league named above. I understand that insurance coverage is my responsibility, and that I have read and agree to the terms stated above.

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Man a g er ( N a me ) : addre ss:

play er na m e ( P ri nt e d) addr e ss ( C i t y, St a t e, Z i p )

L e a g ue :

Player Affidavit: Each player must read the following statement and sign the roster form before participating. Incomplete rosters will not be accepted. I understand that by signing this roster I cannot play on another team in the same league, agree to abide by rules and regulations as set by WFPRD, and have read and understand each provision of the Waiver, Release of Liability and Indemnification Agreement on this form and agree to abide by them, and certify that the information provided is correct.

t ea m n a me :

Adult Team Registration Form

League Age Chart (April 30, 2012)

May

June

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Oct

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▲ Fall 2012 Baseball & Softball Leagues Find participant’s birth month in the top row of the chart. In the birth month column, find participant’s birth year. League age is indicated on that row at far right.

Proof of Age

First Time Participants A copy of the participant’s birth certificate must be presented with the registration form at the time of registration. Registrations will not be accepted without a copy of the participant’s birth certificate. Returning Participants A copy of the participant’s birth certificate must be filed with the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department along with the registration form.

Online Registration Returning participants may register at the Town of Wake Forest website: www.wakeforestnc.gov/residents/ parksrecreation_youthathletics.aspx

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Baseball (male)

AGE

Softball (female)

Coach Pitch

6 coed

Tball

Coach Pitch

7 coed

Coach Pitch

Minor League (machine pitch)

8 coed

Coach Pitch

Minor League (machine pitch)

9 coed

Minor League (machine pitch)

Little League (10-11)

Minor League (machine pitch)

Little League (10-11)

Little League (11-12)

Junior League (12-13)

Little League (11-12)

Junior League (12-13)

Junior League (13-14)

Senior League (14-16)

Junior League (13-14)

Senior League (14-16)

Senior League (15-17)

Senior League (14-16)

Senior League (15-17)

Baseball & Softball Registration

June 1-29

Registration Form

Wake Forest Parks and Recreation Department

Participant Information are y ou a Wa ke Fo r est r e s iden t? :

▢ Yes

▢ No

Please complete one form per person. Make copies as necessary.

Last Name:

F i rst Na me :

address :

G e n der :

▢ Male ▢ Female city: stat e : z i p : a g e : ____________________ dat e of b irth: _ _________________

Home phone: ce ll p hone :

e ma i l addre ss ( op t i ona l ) :

▢ I would like to receive occasional email communications about Town of Wake Forest programs, services, and special events. By agreeing to receive email communications about Town of Wake Forest programs, services, and events, I understand my email address becomes subject to NC Public Records Law and could be provided to other organizations upon request. I may unsubscribe at any time.

Youth Athletic Leagues Only: sc h o o l: _ __________________ g rad e : _____________________ fat h e r ’s n a m e : ______________________ fat h er ’s day p h one: _________________ M o t h e r ’s n a m e : ______________________ M o t h e r ’s day p h on e: _________________

e rse y si ze: pants size: j ▢ ▢ ▢ ▢ ▢ ▢ ▢

Youth S Youth M Youth L Adult S Adult M Adult L Adult XL

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Youth S Youth M Youth L Adult S Adult M Adult L Adult XL

c o ach ing volu nteers : ( h e ad c o ac h )

▢ Dad

▢ Mom ▢ Both

s iblin gs:

Name(s) of sibling(s) in same age group/league, if any: ___________________________ ___________________________ ar e y o u a n ew parti ci pant?

▢ Yes. You must present a birth certificate along with this registration form in order for the registration to be processed. ▢ No. We will confirm that we have your birth certificate on file. If we do not, you must provide one before we can process your registration. Note: Registration for athletic programs will be accepted only during advertised registration periods.

pr ogra m titl e / sport:

starting date:

Day of w e e k : t i me : f e e :

Health & Emergency Information Parent/Guardian Name(s):_ ______________________________ (H) Phone:________________ (W) Phone:_ ______________ Emergency Contact:____________________________________ (H) Phone:________________ (W) Phone:_ ______________ Special Needs: The Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department will attempt to provide accommodations for program participants when the need for accommodation is requested within two weeks. To insure a medically safe and appropriately planned program, please list any special need or precaution which may require accommodations for participating (i.e., visual or hearing impairment, mental or physical disability, heart condition, history of seizures, asthma, ADD, etc.) Physician Name:________________________________ Phone:_____________________________________________ Known Allergies:____________________________________________________________________________________________ Current Medications:________________________________________________________________________________________ Parent/Guardian and Adult Participation Agreements: I, ________________________________________ (parent/guardian), do hereby give my permission for

_____________________________ (participant) to participate in the program offered by the Wake Forest Parks and

Recreation Department known as ____________________________________.

By signing this document, I hereby absolve the Town of Wake Forest and any individuals, groups, or organizations officially connected in any manner with the above stated program of all liabilities concerning personal injury, property damage, equipment loss, or death. I realize that transportation to and from the program is my responsibility, and that if anyone connected with the program transports my child on my behalf, I will hold the party/parties involved blameless of any accident or injury that may occur. Such absolution is to be binding when the above individuals are acting within the scope of the activity. I hereby accept the instructor, supervision, facilities, and equipment, as being satisfactory for the program activity named above. I understand that insurance coverage is my/our responsibility, and I/we certify the I/we have read and agree to the terms stated above and that all information provided is correct to the best of my/our knowledge. Photo Release: Your likeness may be captured by the Town of Wake Forest for use in promotional, news, or informational media. Your participation in this activity implies your consent. If you do not wish for your photo to be used, please contact the Parks & Recreation Department at (919) 435-9560. Refund Policy: Class fees and athletic fees are 100% refundable when the class or league is canceled by the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department. Anyone wishing to withdraw from a class that has not been cancelled by the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department must request a refund, in writing, at least seven business days in advance before the scheduled start of the class or first practice. Refunds will not be given for withdrawals made less than the seven working day period other than for verified medical/hardship cases. Non-Discrimination Policy: The Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, sexual orientation or disability in employment opportunities or the provision of services, programs, or activities. A participant alleging discrimination on the basis of the aforementioned areas may file a complaint with the Director of the Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department or the Office of Equal Opportunity, U.S. Department of the Interior, Washington, DC 20240.

Complete and sign registration form. Return form and full payment by mail or in person. Town of Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department 301 S. Brooks Street, Wake Forest, NC 27587 OFFICE USE ONLY ▢ New ▢ Returning ▢ BC attached ▢ BC on file

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Parent/Guardian Adult Participant Signature

Date

Total Enclosed: $____________________________________ Make check payable to: Town of Wake Forest ▢ I would like to receive an email confirmation of my payment. I have provided my email address above.

Date Rcvd_____________ Fee Paid _______________ Rcvd By_ _____________ ▢ Cash ▢ Check #___________ ▢ Credit Card

PRSRT STD US Postage PAID Wake Forest, NC Permit #118

Town of Wake Forest Parks & Recreation Department 301 S. Brooks Street Wake Forest, NC 27587 www.wakeforestnc.gov/ parksrecreation.aspx

Summer Camps & Programs ★

sav e t h e s e dat e s !

Harlem Globetrotters Anthony “Airport” Greenup

Program Registration Apr 2: Registration for all camps, classes and clinics begins

Athletic League Registration Jun 1-29: Youth Fall Baseball & Softball registration

Jun 1-29: Adult Co-Rec and Men’s Recreational Softball team registration

Basketball Clinic

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Aug 1-17: Skills development clinic for young basketball players featuring Anthony “Airport” Greenup, a current Harlem Globetrotters basketball player. Open to players ages 6-12. Must be 6 yrs. old before

Aug 1-31: Youth Dream League Basketball registration

Holding Park Pool May 26: Pool opens

Jun 1: Registration for swim lessons begins

August 25, and must not turn 13 yrs. old before August 25.

Location: Instructor: Fee: Clinics:

Flaherty Park Community Ctr. Anthony “Airport” Greenup $45 (includes T-shirt) Aug 25 Sat 9:00 am and 2:00 pm

Deadline to register: Aug 17

★ photo : harlemglobetrotters .com

Men’s Basketball team registration