Monthly CA A PUBLICATION OF COLUMBIA ASSOCIATION
JAN 2017
Hours CA’s Customer and Member Service Center is open 9am-6pm, Mondays-Fridays and 9am-4pm, Saturdays.
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Four fun ways toget fit with CA ticking to your New Year’s resolution can be a challenge, no matter what
you’ve chosen to change. If you’re looking to improve
your health and overall fitness
in 2017, there are many great ways for CA to help. While the formula for successful weight loss is simple — eat healthy and exercise regularly — it’s not always easy to achieve. Columbia Association helps make it easier. Here are just a few of the many great options available
at CA. For more information about these and other options such as personal training and group fitness, visit Columbia Association.org or subscribe to CA’s fitness e-newsletter at Photo by Keithan SamuelS
One fun way to get fit is to shake it on the dance floor. CA offers a variety of dance-based classes, including popular options like Zumba® and the new Cardio Dance Party at Columbia Athletic Club, Columbia Gym and Supreme Sports Club.
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CA BOARD OF DIRECTORS2016-2017 Reginald Avery Oakland Mills 443-545-6714 Reginald.Avery@ca-board.org
Alan Klein Harper’s Choice 410-992-3025 Alan.Klein@ca-board.org
Dick Boulton Dorsey’s Search 410-884-2964 Dick.Boulton@ca-board.org
Nancy McCord Wilde Lake 410-730-2309 Nancy.McCord@ca-board.org
Brian Dunn Kings Contrivance 301-473-0077 Brian.Dunn@ca-board.org
Gregg Schwind Hickory Ridge 443-831-8847 Gregg.Schwind@ca-board.org
Lin Eagan Town Center 443-255-0733 Lin.Eagan@ca-board.org
Andrew Stack Owen Brown 410-381-8897 Andrew.Stack@ca-board.org
Janet Evans Long Reach 724-516-0550 Janet.Evans@ca-board.org
Chao Wu River Hill 240-481-9637 Chao.Wu@ca-board.org
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t Columbia Association’s (CA) Board of Directors meeting held Dec. 8, CA’s Board voted to send a letter to the state delegation regarding noise levels at Merriweather Post Pavilion, as amended, and also voted to approve a temporary 50th Birthday bell tower, as well as a purchasing exception to enable Verdin Company to construct the temporary bell tower. CA’s Board typically holds a work session on the second Thursday of each month and a meeting on the fourth Thursday. The next work session is scheduled for Jan. 12. The meeting will be Jan. 26. For more information, visit ColumbiaAssociation.org/ board. 2 C A M O N T H LY
Letter from
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Promoting inclusion and acceptance ery few places in the country have the values of inclusion and diversity built into their very foundation the way Columbia does. The values of tolerance, acceptance and inclusion are the bedrock that inspired Jim Rouse to build his “Next America” in Howard County. Growing up here, my father passed on these values to me, as did the parents of many others. Unfortunately, there is still work to be done to reinforce our guiding principles and work against File Photo bigotry, hate speech and racism. Lately, we’ve seen Allan Kittleman an increase in incidents of intolerance that are out Howard County Executive of character for our community. We’ve seen young people posting racist comments on social media, hateful graffiti scrawled on a playground sidewalk and people aggressively challenged for their political beliefs. These acts are deeply disturbing. Too many who came before us, including my father, fought for social justice. They sacrificed so much to make sure that we had a county that was inviting and accepting of everyone. I believe Howard County is better than this. So, we felt it was time to begin a conversation that we are calling #OneHoward. The #OneHoward initiative will promote our community’s values and encourage positive dialogue and respectful behavior. We are in the midst of a national discussion about these issues. Even in places like Columbia — a community founded on the values of inclusion and diversity, race and cultural discussions — the conversations are often hard to initiate. So, we kicked off the campaign Dec. 3 with about 300 people coming out to the Bain 50+ Center in Harper’s Choice on a Saturday afternoon to share their concerns and hopes for our county. Those who spoke were passionate in their beliefs, proving that Howard County residents are ready to stand up against these horrible acts. We have reached out to dozens of community groups to join us. In the coming months, we’ll be partnering with community groups, as well as conducting activities to promote tolerance and acceptance. For the next steps of #OneHoward, follow us on Facebook or visit onehoward.org. And don’t forget to sign our “OneHoward pledge” online at onehoward.org. I look forward to working with the community on this important initiative. Allan H. Kittleman Howard County Executive
Fitness
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Great skate! Whether you like your skates with wheels or steel under your feet, CA has the perfect skating opportunities at Columbia Ice Rink in Oakland Mills and the Columbia Skate Arena at Supreme Sports Club. A 160-pound person roller skating at a moderate pace burns roughly 550 calories per hour, according to the Mayo Clinic, making these skating rinks a fun change of pace for your winter workouts. Supreme Sports Club allows skaters to enjoy 12,658 square feet of maple wood and a state of the art skating surface. The rink is open from 7-10pm on Fridays, 1-4pm and 7-10 pm on Saturdays, and 1-4pm on Sundays, as well as special hours when schools are out. Admission is free for Package Plan Plus or Package Plan members, $8 for facility members/Columbia Cardholders, $9 for non-members, and $5 for children ages 5 and younger. Roller skate and inline rentals are $3.50. Want to show your stuff on the ice, instead? Columbia Ice Rink offers open skate sessions, as well as skating lessons and hockey. Admission is free for Package Plan Plus or Package Plan members, $8 for facility members/ Columbia Cardholders and $9 for non-members; skate rentals are $3.50. Admission is discounted by $1 during weekday Skate and Save sessions. For more information, visit ColumbiaSkateArena.org and ColumbiaAssociation.org/icerink.
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Shred the pounds with BodyPump™
Celebrate the 100th release of a favorite workout, BodyPump, on Saturday, Jan. 21 at Supreme Sports Club. BodyPump is for anyone looking to get
lean, toned and fit — and fast. Using light to moderate weights with lots of repetition, BodyPump gives you a total body workout. Instructors will coach you through the scientifically proven moves and techniques while pumping out encouragement, motivation and great music — helping you achieve much more than on your own! You’ll leave the class feeling challenged and motivated, ready to come back for more. More details are available at ColumbiaAssociation.org/groupfitness. MyRide® Cycling With winter temperatures settling in, it can be tough to get out on your bike. Spandex might be great for riding, but it’s not a very warm fabric! But you don’t need to ditch your spandex when you visit the MyRide Cycling Studio at Supreme Sports Club, where you’ll feel like you’re out on the road despite the comfortable indoor temperatures, all while high-definition forward-motion video makes you feel as if you’re cycling through beautiful scenery.
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Dance the pounds away!
One of the most fun ways to get fit is to shake it on the dance floor — but you don’t need to hit the club to find a place to dance. CA offers a variety of dance-based classes, including popular options like Zumba® and the new Cardio Dance Party at Columbia Athletic Club, Columbia Gym and Supreme Sports Club. A majority of each Zumba class — about 70 percent — is made up of Latin dance moves while the other 30 percent consists of a mixture of styles chosen by the instructor. With Cardio Dance Party, instructors are free to mix and match a variety of styles, allowing for a little more freedom and flair.
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Get started on your health and wellness goals for 2017 at haven on the lake. Sign up for a Revive or Rejuvenate
membership and get 20% off Pilates classes! Visit havenforyou.org to join today or call 410-715- 3020.
*offer expires 1/31/17. Discount can be used on private, duet or groups. Pilates classes must be purchased by 1/31/17. offer is valid for new members only and cannot be combined with any other special offer or discount. Some fees and restrictions may apply.
CA PHONE NUMBERS CA Headquarters.................................................410-715-3000 Customer and Member Service Center.............410-730-1801 Aquatics Office....................................................410-312-6332 Columbia Archives............................................. 410-715-6781 Columbia Art Center...........................................410-730-0075 Columbia Association Camps............................410-715-3165 Columbia Athletic Club...................................... 410-730-6744 Columbia Gym.................................................... 410-531-0800 Columbia Horse Center......................................301-776-5850 Columbia Ice Rink.............................................. 410-730-0322 Columbia SportsPark......................................... 410-715-3054 Columbia Swim Center...................................... 410-730-7000 Fairway Hills Golf Club...................................... 410-730-1112 Haven on the Lake..............................................410-715-3020 Hobbit’s Glen Golf Club......................................410-730-5980 Inclement Weather Hotline................................410-715-3154 Indoor Tennis, Columbia Athletic Club............... 410-720-0149 Open Space Management..................................410-312-6330 Owen Brown Tennis Bubble............................... 410-381-7255 The Racquet Club at Hobbit’s Glen....................410-730-6601 School Age Services.......................................... 410-715-3164 Supreme Sports Club......................................... 410-381-5355 Wilde Lake Tennis Club .................................... 410-730-3767 Youth and Teen Center....................................... 410-992-3726
C A M O N T H LY 3
Community Events Renew. Rehab. Replace. Universal Design: Strategies for Aging in Place
Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service
Saturday, Jan, 7 • 9:30am-12:30pm Workshop discussing strategies for aging in place • 5851 Robert Oliver Place manager@oaklandmills.org 410-730-4610
Monday, Jan. 16 Join in a community day of service in honor of Martin Luther King, Jr. Several volunteer opportunities are available. For details, visit VolunteerHoward.org/HoCoMLKServe.
High School Exchange Information Sessions
Master Gardeners Presentation: Herbs
Tuesday, Jan.10 and Wednesday, Jan. 25 • 7-8pm Parents and teens interested in learning about the annual summer Sister Cities High School exchange program with Columbia’s sister cities in France and Spain are invited to attend. CA Headquarters, 6310 Hillside Court (Trips to Ghana and Haiti are also being offered; find out more at ColumbiaAssociation.org/multicultural or contact Laura Smit at 410-715-3162 or International@ColumbiaAssociation.org.)
Ballroom Lesson and Social Dance
Thursday, Jan. 12 Lesson: 7:30-8:15pm Social dance: 8:15-9pm Haven and CA members, $15 per person; non-members, $18 per person On the second Thursday of each month, rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit with the beauty of dance. Improve your wellness in a fun, inclusive environment. Partner not required. Feb. 9: Waltz and Rumba; March 9: Cha-cha and Tango; and April 13: Hustle and Salsa. For more information and to register, call 410-715-3020 or visit HavenontheLake.org/events.
Lively Arts for Little Ones Presents: Mr. Gabe
Friday, Jan. 13 • 10am Musical concert for children ages 2-5 and their caregivers • 5851 Robert Oliver Place • events@oaklandmills.org 410-730-4610
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Visit ColumbiaAssociation.org/events to learn about more great events happening in Columbia!
Tuesday, Jan. 17 • 7:30pm Learn about growing herbs in the ground and also in containers, optimum harvesting times, methods for preserving, pests and diseases and how to combat them in this free class. Pre-register by calling 410-531-1749 or emailnewsletter@villageofriverhill.org. The Meeting Room • 6330 Trotter Road, Clarksville
Rainbow Theatre: Professor Horn’s Puppet and Magic Show
Friday, Jan. 20 • 10am 10400 Cross Fox Lane Slayton House • 410-730-3987 events@wildelake.org
Monday, Jan. 16 • 7:30am-4:30pm Join CA’s Camps Division for snow tubing at AvalancheXpress in York — It’s the perfect time for a quick winter getaway! $75 per person; ages 11 and older. For more information or to register, call 410-715-3165. Visit AvalanchExpress.com to fill out a waiver form.
Snow Tubing at AvalancheXpress