Winter/Spring 2022 Active Guide

Centre Region Parks & Recreation’s

Active Guide

Winter & Spring 2022

REGISTRATION OPENS DECEMBER 27 Create an account and register online!

Visit https://www.crpr.org/news-updates for details!

This brochure is sponsored by the Centre Region Parks and Recreation Authority, a non-profit that supports parks and recreation. Learn more about the Authority on page 31!

Winter Activities Ice Skating & Hockey at Blue Spring Park

Cabin Fever? Get ready to bundle up and head out to the Village Ice Rink and enjoy some ice skating or ice hockey!

Weather permitting, the rink is planned to open in late December! “Hockey-only” times are Mon. and Thurs., 3-5:30 PM. Visit www.crpr.org or our social media pages for updates on weather and closures!

LOCATION: Blue Spring Park, 230 Wagner St., Boalsburg.

Sledding at Slab Cabin Park

If there’s snow, it’s time for sledding at Slab Cabin Park!

The whole family is sure to enjoy this wintertime tradition during daylight hours or under the lights from 5-11 PM (conditions permitting).

LOCATION: Slab Cabin Park, 316 Elmwood Street.

Cross Country Skiing at Circleville Park

The cross-country ski months are here again. This year, head out to Circleville Park and Haugh Tract Preserve to take advantage of the groomed trails, thanks in part to Patton Township Staff and the Nittany Nordic Cross Country Ski Club volunteers. Other cross-country resources can be found here: https://crosscountryskipa.com/links/ and https://www.facebook.com/groups/347154475312807 LOCATION: Circleville Park, 3225 Circleville Road.

Table of Contents Youth Instructional Classes ...............................................................

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All Ages Instructional Classes ..........................................................

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Adult Instructional Classes ...............................................................

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Youth Sports .....................................................................................

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Adult Sports & Leagues ....................................................................

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Millbrook Marsh Nature Center Programs and Events .....................

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Special Events ...................................................................................

Aquatics ............................................................................................

Active Adult Center Programs and Events ........................................

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Health & Fitness Classes ...................................................................

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How You Can Help & CRPR Authority Info. ......................................

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On Our Front Cover: Creating mini snowpeople was a popular activity at our 2019 Winter Carnival. Join us in 2022 for our 4th Annual Winter Carnival! See page 19.

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Youth Instructional Classes CODEWIZ CODING WINTER/SPRING CLASSES

CodeWiz: Minecraft Coding (Live Online)

DATES: Wednesdays, January 5-February 9 DATES: Wednesdays, February 23-April 6 TIME: 5-6 PM TIME: 5-6 PM AGES: 8-14 yrs. AGES: 8-14 yrs.

FEES: $160R / $240NR FEES: $160R / $240NR PROGRAM: 41835 PROGRAM: 42835

CodeWiz: Roblox Coding (Live Online)

Become a Roblox game wiz using LUA! Create versions of your fairytale universe with Roblox. Roblox studio has all the tools to make your wildest gaming imaginations a reality. In this class, you and other passionate kids will learn how to make use of the many tools on Roblox to code terrific games, relaying your imaginative capabilities to the world. Through drag and drop techniques, you’ll be creating extensions to the Roblox game while fostering your creativity and learning real-world computer coding. Your child will learn how to program within Roblox Studio using the LUA programming language. They will learn how to use the Roblox Studio 3D game engine by designing a 3D world, scripting different objects, de-bugging code, and by learning the life cycle of game development.

DATES: Tuesdays, January 4-February 8 DATES: Tuesdays, February 22-April 5 TIME: 5-6 PM TIME: 5-6 PM AGES: 7-14 yrs. AGES: 7-14 yrs.

FEES: $160R / $240NR FEES: $160R / $240NR PROGRAM: 41839 PROGRAM: 42839

CodeWiz: Python/Java Programming (Live Online)

This course will teach students text-based coding languages, and expand their knowledge as they gain proficiency in foundational coding concepts, while also learning all the exciting applications of code by building their own projects and programs.

Students will work through each language at their own pace!

Python: provides a gentle introduction to text-based coding, navigating complex computational problems. Projects include word-based games, scripts, and mathematical simulations. Java: expand your knowledge and skillset with object-oriented programming in Java. Learn the basics and advance to learning about objects, methods, classes, and use that to create card game simulations, parking garage software, and basically any simulation that requires object interaction. Create Digital Art with Javascript: Paint and tell a story from your perspective all with code. Express your creative side by learning how to create gripping animations and transitions using Javascript. With a snap, you’d create interactive web-based animations that look really cool! Amazing stuff for your portfolio! A Chromebook will be useable for this class.

YOUTH INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSES

Explore, create or survive! Mine deep into the Minecraft world and create the future! In this creative camp, challenge the odds, craft your own kinds of weapons, and build dream worlds using code. Do this while also learning fundamental programming concepts, level design, and problem-solving skills. You will make use of ready-made coding blocks to create mini versions of Minecraft games. Your child will learn how to develop skills in problem-solving and finding the best solutions to a targeted goal. They will have an understanding of programming within the context of Minecraft modeling and will learn game design all within the comfort of Minecraft.

DATES: Tuesdays, January 4-February 8 DATES: Tuesdays, February 22-April 5 TIME: 5-6 PM TIME: 5-6 PM AGES: 10-17 yrs. AGES: 10-17 yrs.

FEES: $160R / $240NR FEES: $160R / $240NR PROGRAM: 41848 PROGRAM: 42848

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Youth Instructional Classes MORE CODEWIZ CODING WINTER/SPRING CLASSES

YOUTH INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSES

CodeWiz: Game Design Unity (Live Online)

Bring your vision to life today. Unity’s game development engine empowers you with all you need to create 2D and 3D games like the pros! This class is designed with the absolute beginner in mind; no prior experience with Unity is required.

You will start by exploring the Unity interface, and learning how to manipulate objects in the editor. You will implement functionality using C# scripts, add animation and manage lighting for the game, and finally render a functional game you and your friends can enjoy! Your child will learn how to navigate a 3D game engine, as well as a wide variety of skills by using a 3D world. Learn how to animate, write C# scripts, use variables, and functions, work with gravity, create 3D objects, and much more, to create the game of their dreams!

DATES: Wednesdays, January 5-February 9 DATES: Wednesdays, February 23-April 6 TIME: 5-6 PM TIME: 4-6 PM AGES: 11-17 yrs. AGES: 11-17 yrs.

FEES: $160R / $240NR FEES: $160R / $240NR PROGRAM: 41850 PROGRAM: 42850

Singletrack School for Girls

A four-session program introducing new mountain bikers to fundamental skills needed to shred trails. Riders need to bring a functioning bike, helmet, and water. If you are interested in the class but do not have access to a bike, contact the instructor margotcarolinakaye@gmail.com – there are a limited number of mountain bikes available to borrow for the program.

DATES: AGES: LOCATION: INST.

Tuesdays, April 26-May 5 11-14 yrs.

Circleville Park, Pavilion #4 Margot, Kaye

TIME: FEES: PROGRAM:

5:30-7 PM $40R / $60NR 42520

Singletrack School for Girls - Level 2

A four-session program for riders who have experience on trails and fundamental skills.

If you are interested in the class but do not have access to a bike, contact the instructor margotcarolinakaye@gmail.com – there are a limited number of mountain bikes available to borrow for the program.

DATES: Tuesdays, May 17-26 TIME: 5:30-7 PM AGES: 11-14 yrs.

FEES: $40R / $60NR LOCATION: Circleville Park, Pavilion #4 PROGRAM: 42521 INST. Margot, Kaye

Muck-N-Mess

Dress your kids in their play clothes and come ready to get mucky and messy! Your kids will have a blast getting their hands ooey and gooey while creating artwork, completing science experiments and playing messy! Parent participation is encouraged. Messes are encouraged and we handle the clean up!

DATES: Thursdays, April 21-May 26 (Omit 5/19) TIME: 10-11 AM AGES: 3-5 yrs.

FEES: $47R / $70NR LOCATION: Tom Tudek Memorial Park, Pavilion #1 PROGRAM: 42702

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Build skills and friends for life.

4-H helps young people (ages 5 to 18) reach their full potential through hands-on, project-based programs. You’ll find welcoming 4-H communities in big cities and small towns across Pennsylvania— including a club near you.

LEARN MORE! extension.psu.edu/4-h-2021 CENTRE COUNTY EDUCATOR: JESSICA PFLUGFELDER PHONE: 814-355-4897 EMAIL: CENTREEXT@PSU.EDU

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Youth Instructional Classes Children's Pre-Ballet

DATES: Mondays, January 10-March 14 TIME: 10-10:45AM AGES: 3-5 yrs. FEES: $86R / $129NR LOCATION: Dance Academy, Nittany Mall PROGRAM: 41411

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Let's Be Creative!: On the Spot Sketching

On the Spot Sketching is sketching what is right in front of you, how you see it. Famous artists like Robert Henri and others used to create on-the-spot sketches for newspapers. Their own take of what was happening right in front of them.

Participants of this class will explore and work with gesture drawings, charcoal drawings, through various drawing exercises while increasing their own creativity and confidence. All participants are required to bring a 5x7 multi-media Sketchbook. Instructor: Lori Savage.

DATES: Tuesdays, April 26-May 24 TIME: 4:30-6 PM AGES: 10-13 yrs. FEES: $75R / $112NR LOCATION: Tom Tudek Memorial Park, Pavilion #2 PROGRAM: 42400

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Let's Be Creative!: Amazed by Illustrators

Be amazed and inspired by artists like Eric Carle, Maurice Sendak, and Rosemary Wells. Their illustrations have graced the pages of some of the best children's books. Participants will make maps, draw fun portraits, explore their books and illustrations, and try their own ways of making art through multiple types of drawing exercises. All participants are required to bring a 5x7 multi-media Sketchbook. Instructor: Lori Savage.

DATES: Wednesdays, April 27-May 25 TIME: 4:30-6 PM AGES: 7-10 yrs. FEES: $75R / $112NR LOCATION: Tom Tudek Memorial Park, Pavilion #2 PROGRAM: 42401

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YOUTH ALL AGES INSTRUCTIONAL / ADULT INISTRUCTIONAL CLASSES CLASSES

Does your child love to move but you’re unsure if they’d enjoy dance classes or not! This class is a great opportunity to get your child started in dance before committing to a full-time class. In this children’s pre-Ballet class, we will take eight fun sessions to go over ballet and dance basics for your child in a kid-friendly and relaxed environment. This class will help your child learn ballet dance fundamentals all while helping them strengthen their fine motor skills and coordination!

Children’s Pre-Ballet is open to any child 3-5 years of age. Register today for a great dance-filled experience for your little one! (No class on 2/28 or 3/7) Instructor: Lydia Baranoski

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All Ages Instructional Classes

ALL AGES INSTRUCTIONAL

Winter Riding 101 - Live Online

Ride your bike even after the temperatures drop. Winter Riding 101 is a free class that offers tips and tricks to help you extend your cycling season for a few weeks in fall or through the entire winter. We will cover topics from gloves to gear and teach you how to stay warm, safe, and in good condition (both you and your bike, that is) until spring returns. We will cover the following topics: what to wear, staying visible in dark conditions, gear options, winter bike maintenance techniques, and bikes on mass transit.

DATES: Monday, February 14 TIME: 6:30-8:30 PM AGES: 16 yrs. and over FEES: FREE LOCATION: Virtual/Online PROGRAM: 41512

Biking in the Centre Region 101 - Virtual Class

Do you want to start biking or feel more confident navigating local routes? Join us for this FREE virtual class and learn more about the Centre Region's bike paths/routes, PA and local laws, how to pick a bike, and other bikingaround-town tips. Get answers to your bike-related questions from regional planning staff and CentreBike members. Instructor: Trish Meek.

DATES: Wednesday, April 6 DATES: Wednesday, May 4 TIME: 6-7:30 PM TIME: 6:7:30 PM AGES: 16 yrs. and over AGES: 16 and over FEES: FREE FEES: FREE LOCATION: Virtual/Online LOCATION Virtual/Online PROGRAM: 41502 PROGRAM: 42502

Bike Commuting 101 - Virtual Class

This class is for somebody who is a recreational or mountain cyclist, and would like to feel more comfortable commuting by bike. Learn about the realities of bike commuting, traffic safety principles, what to wear so you don't arrive at work a sweaty mess, what kind of gear you'll need to haul a change of clothes or ride at night, how and where to lock your bike, and much more.

DATES: Wednesday, May 18 TIME: 6-7:30 PM AGES: 16 yrs. and over FEES: FREE LOCATION: Virtual/Online PROGRAM: 42504 INST.: Matthew Cox

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Adult Instructional Classes Monday's Moments

DATES: Mondays, Jan. 17, Feb. 21, March 21, TIME: 12-1:30 PM

April 18, and May 16 AGES: 18 yrs. and over FEES: FREE LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Ctr. PROGRAM: 41102 INST. Jackie Naginey Hook

Beginner Adult Ballet

Whether you’re someone that wants to try ballet for the first time, someone that hasn’t danced in years and wants to pick it back up, or someone who just wants to help tone their muscles, coordination, and balance then Beginning Ballet and Fitness is the class for you! This class goes over the basic fundamentals of ballet in a fun and relaxed atmosphere without the time commitment to a studio or the pressures of performing in a recital. In this once-a-week, hour-long class, you will learn and strengthen your Ballet basics through barre and center combinations all while getting a great workout in. This class is open to all ability and experience levels! We can’t wait to have you join us on the dance floor!

DATES: Thursdays, January 13-March 3 TIME: 6-7 PM AGES: 18 yrs. and over FEES: $98R / $147NR LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 41410 INST.: Lydia Baranoski

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ADULT INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSES

Monday’s Moments, in partnership with Koch Funeral Home, are educational and support gatherings for individuals who have lost loved ones. We come together, learn a little about the grief journey, support one another, and see that we are not alone. These special Monday’s Moments gatherings have the added healing benefit of nature. They’ll be held in the Spring Creek Education Building at Millbrook Marsh where we’ll have the opportunity to look out its many windows into the beautiful surroundings and weather permitting, even spend some time outdoors. If participants are fully vaccinated, masks are optional when the class is indoors. If participants are not vaccinated, masks are required.

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Adult Instructional Classes

ADULT INSTRUCTIONAL CLASSES

Scenes in Acting

Learn some of the basics from Stanislovki's famous METHOD acting and also exercises from Brian Way's Development Through Drama Focus. Join us to explore and discover your own unique resources in the areas of acting: voice, body, movement, imagination, emotions, concentration, and intellect. Each class will consist of "warm-ups" that include theatre games, breathing and physicalization techniques for relaxation, and development of creativity and imagination through pantomime, and original scene creation. Students will also have an opportunity to choose a scripted scene to work on, memorize and perform either as a monologue or dialogue with another actor. No former training or experience is necessary. Instructor Elle Morgan has a BA in Theatre and MMC in Communications. She is a director, actor, and playwright.

DATES: AGES: LOCATION: INST.

Thursdays, January 6-March 3 18 yrs. and over Studio L, 757 Westerly Parkway Elle Morgan

TIME: FEES: PROGRAM:

7-9 PM $62R / $93NR 41725

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Project Changing Places

Project Changing Places is a unique opportunity to step out of your comfort zone and grow in community. It is also a chance to have FUN through interacting and acting! Participants will practice communication skills in a safe and nurturing environment that we create together. Some topics bring about tension and stifle open conversation in our world today. If you have friends, colleagues or family members that you would like to be able to share more openly with, this class could be for you! Each participant will prepare and present a monologue developed using various proven techniques. You will work with a partner and assume the role of a participant who possesses a deeply held and opposing point of view. Class options for in-person or Zoom participation will be available, with opportunities to do video presentations to share with this and possibly other groups. Facilitator: Elle Morgan, instructor in the Communications Arts and Sciences Dept. at Penn State, yoga instructor, and theatre practitioner.

DATES: AGES: LOCATION: INST.:

Tuesdays, February 9-March 15 18 yrs. and over COG Forum Room, 2643 Gateway Drive Elle Morgan

TIME: FEES: PROGRAM:

6:30-8:30 PM $30R / $45NR 41726

NEW!

Watch for our Summer Camp Guide, coming January 2022. Camp reg. will open on February 1.

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Youth Sports SOCCER SHOTS MINIS

Soccer Shots Mini is a high-energy program introducing children to fundamental soccer principles, such as using your feet, dribbling and the basic rules of the game. Through fun games, songs, and positive reinforcement, children will begin to experience the joy of playing soccer and being active. Please dress for the cooler weather.

DATE

PROGRAM 41134

Sundays, February 20-March 27

42134

AGES

TIME

FEES

C3 Sports

2-3 yrs.

3:50-4:20 PM

$87R / $131NR

SOCCER SHOTS CLASSIC

Soccer Shots Classic utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting. We also highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork, and appreciation. Please dress for the cooler weather.

DATE

PROGRAM

Sundays, January 9-February 13

41135

Sundays, February 20-March 27

42135

LOCATION

AGES

TIME

FEES

C3 Sports

4-6 yrs.

3-3:40 PM

$87R / $131NR

SOCCER SHOTS PREMIER

Soccer Shots Premier focuses on individual skill, fitness, and sportsmanship, providing an opportunity for children to be challenged through fun games and team interaction. Children will also be introduced to competition in a developmentally-appropriate manner. Please dress for the cooler weather.

DATE

PROGRAM

Sundays, January 9-February 13

41136

Sundays, February 20-March 27

42136

LOCATION

AGES

TIME

FEES

C3 Sports

6-7 yrs.

2-2:50 PM

$87R / $131NR

YOUTH SPORTS

Sundays, January 9-February 13

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YOUTH SPORTS

Youth Sports

Start Smart Sports Development

Is your child ready for sports? Start Smart will help your children prepare for organized sports without the threat of competition or fear of getting hurt. Parents/Guardians will work together with his or her child to learn the basic motor skills necessary for sports participation. Parent-child groups will rotate through various motor-skill stations like throwing, catching, and kicking.

DATES: Thursdays, April 28-May 26 TIME: 6-6:30 PM AGES: 5-7 yrs. FEES: $57R / $85NR LOCATION: Orchard Park Basketball Court

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Adult Sports & Leagues

SPRING PREVIEW

Openings are available in all leagues listed below. More details will be available soon to include registration fees, captain's/manager's meetings (dates, times, and locations), and any rules updates or changes.

35 & Over Slow Pitch Softball League Season: April to mid-August; March 1 deadline for team registrations! Games are Wednesday nights at Oak Hall Regional Park. Manager's mtg. will be Monday, March 21, 7 PM; mtg. location TBD. Fee: TBD Coed Slow Pitch Softball League Season: Mid-May through mid-August; April 1 deadline for team registrations!Games are one night/week on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday or Thursday nights at John Hess Softball Complex. Fee: TBD Adult Sand Volleyball League Season: April-June; Captain's Mtg. to be held in mid-winter. There are two divisions with Division 1 being the more competitive option.

Division I - Tuesdays & Thursdays Division II - Mondays & Wednesdays Fee: TBD

Men’s Slow Pitch Softball League Season: April to mid-August; March 1 deadline for team registrations! Games are Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday nights at Oak Hall Regional Park.

Manager’s meeting will be Monday, March 21 at 6 PM; mtg. location TBD. Fee: TBD 45 & Over Slow Pitch Softball League Season: April to mid-August; March 1 deadline for team registrations! Games are Thurs. nights at Oak Hall Regional Park. Manager's mtg. will be Mon., March 21, 7 PM; mtg. location TBD. Fee: TBD

ADULT SPORTS & LEAGUES

Interested team representatives from any of the CRPR leagues or players looking for a team should contact CRPR at 231-3071 or crpr@crcog.net!

Women’s Slow Pitch Softball League Season: Mid-May-August League play is scheduled to start in mid-May and run through early August. Fee: TBD

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Adult Sports & Leagues Advanced Beginner Tennis Lessons - Adult

ADULT SPORTS & LEAGUES

Improve your tennis skills with practice games, skill drills, and match play. Instruction includes building on groundstrokes, volleys, and serves, as well as a focus on improving hitting accuracy.

All lessons will be held at Spring Creek Park Tennis courts.

DATES: AGES: LOCATION:

Mondays and Wednesdays, April 25-May 11 18 yrs. and over Spring Creek Park Tennis Courts

TIME: FEES: INST.

5:45-6:45 PM $60R / $90NR Becky Moore

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The Summer Tennis League will return in 2022.

Watch for registration info. in the Summer Active Guide, to be published in April.

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A non-member is billed a fee of $50 per Lift Assist response. Centre LifeLink members are not charged for unlimited Lift Assists.

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Millbrook Marsh Nature Center Activities

The Mission of the Millbrook Marsh Nature Center is to educate and inspire people about the natural world and to instill a passion for the environment through science, history, culture and art.

NATURE PROGRAMS

548 Puddintown Road, State College • 814-235-7819 • mmnc@crcog.net

The facilities at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center are available to rent for parties, family gatherings, events, presentations, weddings, receptions, picnics, meetings, workshops, retreats, and more!

For more information, visit crpr.org/millbrook-marsh-nature-center and click on Rentals.

To reserve facilities at the Nature Center, please contact us at (814) 235-7819 or mmnc@crcog.net.

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Millbrook Marsh Nature Center Activities continued JEWELRY MAKING WITH STACI EGAN

Jewelry Making: Stone Earrings

NATURE PROGRAMS

Learn how to make teardrop earrings with natural stones of your choice. We will be forming, twisting, and hammering. Easy enough for a beginner, experienced jewelry makers are welcome too! All supplies, instruction, and tools are provided. Participants must pre-register no later than a week before the program.

DATES: TIME: AGES: FEES: LOCATION: PROGRAM:

Sunday, January 16 2-3 PM 16 yrs. and over $30R / $45NR Millbrook Marsh Nature Center 31004

Jewelry Making: Brass Earrings

Join us as we hand-form and hammer raw brass wire into whimsically designed earrings. This class is beginnerfriendly, but great for experienced designers as well.

DATES: TIME: AGES: FEES: LOCATION: PROGRAM:

Sunday, February 20 2-3 PM 16 yrs. and over $30R / $45NR Millbrook Marsh Nature Center 31006

Jewelry Making: Tree Pendant

Learn how to make a Tree of Life pendant with copper or sterling silver wire and natural stones of your choice. We will be forming, twisting, and hammering. Easy enough for a beginner, experienced jewelry makers are welcome too! All supplies, instruction, and tools are provided. There is an additional fee for the sterling silver option. Please be sure to select the sterling silver add-on at checkout. Registration closes the week prior to the class.

DATES: Sunday, March 20 TIME: 2-4 PM AGES: 16 yrs. and over FEES: $30R / $45NR (Copper) LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center $38R / $57NR (Sterling Silver) PROGRAM: 31001

Color the Marsh

Calling all local creatives, e.g., professional artists, emerging artists, kids, and crafty families to help Color the Marsh this winter. Creating colorful, eye-catching artwork on 8”x10" watercolor paper to be matted, weather-proofed and placed along the Millbrook Marsh boardwalk. The event combines creativity and nature, encouraging the community to participate, create, and join us out on the boardwalk for your very own Art Walk!

Registration deadline: Completed artwork deadline: Art Walk installation:

Friday, January 28 Friday, February 11 Friday, February 18 - Monday, March 7

Location: Pick up 8"x10” watercolor paper at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center: 548 Puddintown Road. Supplies available January 31-February 4 by appointment. Return completed artwork to the same location.

Upon registration, contact Millbrook Marsh Nature Center to schedule a pick up time for your 8”x10” watercolor paper and let your creativity run wild. The project theme is open, but nature-themed art is always encouraged! Artists are welcome to use stencils, pencils, paint or whatever speaks to them. Once your artwork is returned to the Millbrook Marsh Nature Center, it will be prepared for this outdoor exhibition. The Agency reserves the right to not display art pieces that may be offensive.

FEES:

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$23R / $35NR

PROGRAM:

31012

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Millbrook Marsh Nature Center Activities continued Winter Trails Day Walk

Celebrate National Winter Trails Day with a guided walk through Millbrook Marsh! Wander along the boardwalk with Millbrook Marsh Naturalist, Jim Flanagan, while looking for wildlife signs and discovering unique features of the marsh.

This moderately paced walk is suitable for all ages. Bundle up and get outside!

The Lost Bird Project Presentation

Millbrook Marsh, along with Penn State's University Park and Altoona campus' are hosting The Lost Bird Project Exhibit through August. The exhibit features five extinct North American birds memorialized in sculpture, including the Heath Hen at Millbrook Marsh. Join Jason Beale, Lost Bird Project Coordinator at Shaver's Creek, to learn about the birds, the history of the project, and empowering examples of conservation success to ensure there are no more "Lost Birds."

DATES: Sunday, February 6 TIME: 2:30-3:30 PM AGES: All Ages FEES: FREE LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 31326

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Valentines for the Birds

Profess your love and appreciation for our local birds by creating edible valentines to get them through the last leg of winter. Each registration includes supplies to make two treats. The program will be held in indoors. Children under 10 must be accompanied by an adult.

DATES: Saturday, February 12 TIME: 11 AM-12:30 PM AGES: All Ages FEES: $15R / $22NR LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 31143

History of the Hen

Have you heard the story of Booming Ben? Last of his kind, the heath hen of Martha's Vineyard has a lot to teach us. Join us as we discuss the history of the heath hen extinction and learn how we can prevent further species loss.

DATES: Saturday, March 12 TIME: 2-3:30 PM AGES: All Ages FEES: $10R / $15NR LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 32325

NATURE PROGRAMS

DATES: Saturday, January 8 TIME: 2-3:30 PM AGES: All Ages FEES: $8R / $12NR LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 31024

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Millbrook Marsh Nature Center Activities continued Raising Backyard Poultry for Beginners

NATURE PROGRAMS

Would you like to raise happy chickens with happy neighbors? Learn the basics of raising poultry on a few acres or in your backyard. Emily Shoop, Penn State Poultry Extension Educator, will discuss your overall goals and how breed selection, feed, space, and management can help you achieve them. This class meets the College Township's residential chicken raising license fee waiver requirement.

DATES: Friday, March 18 TIME: 6:30 PM-8 AM AGES: 18 and over FEES: $10R / $15NR LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 31320

Bee Hotel Workshop

Bees provide critical ecosystem services in both managed and wild landscapes. While honey bees are typically the first species that come to mind when we talk about pollination, in reality, there are over 400 known bee species found in the state of Pennsylvania. Can you believe that most bee species live individually, not in a social colony, like honey bees? Join Natalie Boyle, Assistant Research Professor for the Department of Entomology at Penn State, to learn how you can support and protect wild bees in your own backyard. Discover the importance of bees and pollination, their life cycles, and discuss practices you can take to help them, such as planting wildflowers, limiting pesticide use and providing nesting habitat. Build and decorate a Bee Hotel to hang in your backyard so you can help the pollinators around your home.

DATES: Saturday, March 19 TIME: 1-2:30 PM AGES: 16 and over FEES: $10R / $15NR LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 32352

NEW!

Birds and Bagels

Join us for an enjoyable morning of birds and bagels with the State College Bird Club! Meet in the Barn for a light breakfast and a brief introduction to the basics of bird watching. End your morning with a short walk along the trails to practice your skills.

DATES: Sunday, March 20 TIME: 8-9:30 AM AGES: All Ages FEES: $5R / $7NR LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 32342

Bird Walks with The State College Bird Club

Start your day off right by observing birds that are migrating to and through the Centre Region. Led by members of the State College Bird Club, this program is open to all ages and is great for beginners. Physical distancing is encouraged. Please dress for the weather and bring binoculars. In the case of heavy rain, the walk that morning will be canceled. A suggested donation of $5 per participant is appreciated. Registration not required. For more information about the State College Bird Club visit www.scbirdcl.org DATES: Tuesdays, March 22-April 26 TIME: 8-9:30 AM AGES: All Ages FEES: FREE LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 32341

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Millbrook Marsh Nature Center Activities continued Bird Banding Demonstration

View and release live birds after they are banded and learn about bird banding history, procedures, why it is done and what is learned from doing it. Presenter, Nick Kerlin, is a federally and state licensed bird bander and has been banding birds for over 40 years. Retired from the PA Bureau of State Parks having served as an Environmental Education Specialist and a Park Manager at several PA state parks, he currently volunteers as the bander-in-charge of the bird banding program at The Arboretum at Penn State. Cameras are welcome. Free, donations are appreciated.

NEW!

Tyke Hikes

Trek the trails together with your tyke! Explore something new at Millbrook Marsh Nature Center with this six-week, hourlong, outdoor program led by a Millbrook Marsh Naturalist. Tyke Hikes incorporates short, hands-on activities, nature play and stimulates curiosity in the surrounding natural environment. Program held outdoors rain or shine - please dress for the weather; Registration is required and is limited to one adult chaperone per participant.

DATES: Saturday, March 19-April 23 TIME: 10:30-11:30 AM AGES: 3-6 yrs. FEES: $65R / $97NR LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 32100

Miniature Fairy Garden Magic

Whether celebrated or not, fairies have always lived on the edge of our realities and in the beds of our gardens! Bring fairy tales to life in your own backyard while creating memories you will cherish for a lifetime. The possibilities for your fairy garden are limited only by your imagination. Come learn about fairy lore as you make your own fairy garden. All supplies provided.

DATES: Sunday, May 1 TIME: 11 PM-12 PM AGES: All Ages FEES: $45R / $67NR LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 32052

Get the Dirt on Backyard Composting

Turn your kitchen and yard waste into garden gold. Backyard composting is an easy, inexpensive, and natural process that transforms your kitchen and garden waste into valuable, nutrient-rich food for your garden while keeping these organic wastes out of our landfills. Join us to learn the basics of backyard composting: why it's important to compost, what to add and not to add to your compost pile, how to maintain a compost pile, and how to use finished compost. Led by Centre County Recycling and Refuse Authority and Centre Region Refuse and Recycling Program staff. Attendees will receive an Earth Machine composter compliments of the Centre Region Council of Governments' Refuse and Recycling Program.

DATE

PROGRAM

Wednesday, May 4

32056

Saturday, May 21

32057

SCOUTING PROGRAMS

Participants will complete activities and explorations specifically designed for scout groups that meet all or some of the requirements for a badge, while exploring Millbrook Marsh Nature Center with a naturalist. Leaders can schedule a program just for your troop or gather several troops together. Fees: $7/scout.

LOCATION

TIME

AGES / FEES

Millbrook Marsh Nature Center

6-7 PM

18 and over $40R / $60NR

1-2 PM

NATURE PROGRAMS

DATES: Saturday, May 21 TIME: 9 AM-10:30 PM AGES: All Ages FEES: FREE LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 32341

MY MILLBROOK MARSH NATURALIST (All Ages)

Make your trip to Millbrook Marsh Nature Center memorable and informative. Our Naturalists have countless stories and info. to share about the plants, wildlife, and history of the area. These “Walk with a Naturalist” options are available for all ages and are perfect for individuals or small groups. Choose our basic Marsh Exploration program or customize your tour to focus on several available topics. Give us a call at 814-235-7819 to explore this program or more about it here: https://www.crpr.org/mmnc-guided-programs!

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NEW!

Nature Oriented Families: Spring Equinox

NATURE PROGRAMS

A seasonal celebration for all ages! Align your family with seasonal rhythms to observe and celebrate the new spring season! Look beyond the typical spring holiday traditions and learn more about what an equinox is. Celebrate the season with a nature-based craft. Join us for future programs in the cycle of the year! Fee is per family.

DATES: Sunday, March 20 TIME: 11 AM-12:30 PM AGES: All Ages FEES: $15R / $22.50NR LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 32221

NATURE CLASSROOM SERIES FOR HOMESCHOOLERS

Nature Classroom: Insect Safari

Calling all Homeschoolers! Explore the marsh through the eyes of an insect! Follow their lifecycle and discover their special adaptations. Be sure to wear your water shoes as we will dive into the lives of local aquatic insects.

DATE Friday, April 15

PROGRAM 32449 32450

LOCATION Millbrook Marsh Nature Center

TIME 1-3 PM

AGES 6-8 yrs.

9-12 yrs.

FEES $8R / $12NR

Nature Classroom: Wetland Senses

This program encourages children to fully experience the marsh by using their senses while learning and discovering. Four senses (no tasting) will be incorporated into fun, educational activities to get children exploring, touching, viewing, playing games, and more in a hands-on experiential way. This program may introduce topics in the following Pennsylvania Department of Education Academic Standards for Environment and Ecology categories: 4.1 and 4.6.

DATES: Friday, April 15 TIME: 10 AM-12 PM AGES: 4-7 yrs. FEES: $8R / $12NR LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 32446

Nature Classroom: Birding Basics

Learn about the art of birdwatching while exploring Millbrook Marsh! Discover and sort through characteristics to identify the local backyard birds in our area.

DATES: Wednesday, April 27 TIME: 9-11 AM AGES: 9-12 yrs.

FEES: $8R / $12NR LOCATION: Millbrook Marsh Nature Center PROGRAM: 32448

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Special Events Puzzlepalooza

NEW!

DATES: TIME: AGES: FEES: LOCATION: PROGRAM:

Sunday, January 30 1-3 PM 12 yrs. and over $30R / $45NR Millbrook Marsh Nature Center 41011

Egg My Yard for Easter

We're bringing this Special Event back in 2022, and it's available to all! You can have your yard "egged" for your very own private egg hunt! The Easter Bunny, hosted by CRPR Staff, will visit your home in the evening hours and hide your eggs; you'll be provided a date and estimated time and you'll be able to provide guidance on hiding locations! This event is open to those who live in the State College Borough, and the Townships of College, Ferguson, Harris, and Patton. The deadline to secure your "egging" is April 8. The "egging" will take place on one of two nights: April 14 or 15, between 8-10 PM. Fees vary: * $35 (50 eggs hidden in your yard) * $50 (100 eggs hidden in your yard + a personalized Bunny card) * $100 (300 eggs hidden in your yard + a personalized Bunny card + CRPR Swag Bag) We are also offering the option of donating an "egging" to a family in need. We'll work with local resources to identify families who would love to host one of these events for their children, but may not be able to afford the registration fee. When you register, you can provide this info. in our Q & A section.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Did you become a Master at puzzles during quarantine? Gather your team of 2-4 people to show off your skills at Puzzlepalooza! Each team will race against each other to complete a 1000-piece jigsaw puzzle within the two-hour time limit! Plus, you get to take the puzzle home. Prizes will be awarded to the first and second place teams who complete their puzzles. Limited to the first 14 teams to register!! Hot cocoa and snacks will be provided. Covid-19 protocols will be followed. BONUS: We'll be holding a Puzzle Swap as well.

Bring your old puzzles to exchange for a new-to-you puzzle!

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SPECIAL EVENTS

Earth Fest

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In the spirit of Earth Day, come celebrate Mother Earth! Spend the afternoon outdoors exploring displays from environmental organizations, participating in activities and games, visiting local vendors, and enjoying local entertainment. This event is great for all ages and fun for the whole family! Free, donations are appreciated. Registration is not required.

DATES: TIME: AGES: FEES: LOCATION: PROGRAM:

Sunday, April 24 1-5 PM All Ages FREE Millbrook Marsh Nature Center 32054

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Aquatics

PARK FOREST COMMUNITY POOL and WILLIAM L. WELCH COMMUNITY POOL

Pool Pass Photo Day: Saturday, May 21, 12-2 PM Both pool offices will be open for season pool pass purchases and photos. No swimming that day!

Saturdays, Sundays & Holidays: Adult Fitness Swim / Toddler Time, 10 AM-12 PM General Swim, 12-8 PM Adult Fitness Swim, 7-8 PM

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2022 Pool Schedules • Saturday, May 28 through Monday, September 5

School Weekdays*: General Swim, 4:30-6:30 PM (All cash admissions only $5 each!)

May 31, June 1-3, and Aug. 23-Sept. 2 *The school weekday schedule may change pending the SCASD calendar.

Weekdays (starting Mon., June 6): Adult Fitness Swim / Toddler Time, 12-1 PM General Swim, 1-8 PM Adult Fitness Swim, 7-8 PM

2022 Admissions and Season Pass Fees RESIDENT FEES

Residents must reside in State College Borough or in the Township of College, Harris, Ferguson, or Patton. Proof of residence may be required.

Age 2 and under* 3-10 and 65+ 11-64 After 5 PM**

Daily Admission Free $8 $10 $5 (Ages 3+)

Season Passes Free $85 $110 $65 (Ages 3+)

* Each toddler must wear a swim diaper and be accompanied by an in-water chaperone.

• 5th+ family member passes are available for $50/person

NON-RESIDENT FEES Age 2 and under* 3-10 and 65+ 11-64 After 5 PM**

Daily Admission Free $10 $12 $7 (Ages 3+)

Season Passes Free $128 $165 $98 (Ages 3+)

* Each toddler must wear a swim diaper and be accompanied by an in-water chaperone.

• 5th+ family member passes are available for $75/person

IMPORTANT NOTES **After 5 PM Pass is good for after 5 PM on weekdays and ALL DAY on the weekends.

• Non-Swimming Adults: $2 (Not in swimwear; not entering the water.)

• Children ages 10 and under must be accompanied by an adult ages 16+.

• Ages listed apply as of the date of purchase.

• No refunds, credits, or transfers. If the pool is closed in excess of 30 min. during a visit, cash admission patrons are eligible for a coupon for a future FREE visit. These coupons are not available for season pass holders or group admissions, and expire at the end of the current season.

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AQUATICS

CRPR Aquatic Program Policies

Classes fill quickly; registration for sequential classes cannot be guaranteed.

• Please note that make-up sessions for all youth aquatic classes that are cancelled will be scheduled at the same time.

• Classes are held as scheduled except during facility closings.

• Only lesson participants are permitted on the pool deck areas. Parents and guests must remain in the designated waiting area.

Swimming Lessons Preschool

Designed for the child to develop a comfort level in the water as well as a readiness for learning how to swim. Children receive an introduction to basic swimming and water safety skills.

DATE

PROGRAM

LOCATION

TIME

AGES / FEES

Mondays and Wednesdays, May 9-June 1

11001

SCASD Natatorium

5:40-6:10 PM

3-6 yrs. $84R / $122NR

Swimming Lessons Level 1

Designed for children beginning swim lessons. At completion, children are able to submerge face, float, and kick with support, demonstrate a combined stroke on front and on back, and demonstrate very basic water safety skills.

DATE

PROGRAM

LOCATION

TIME

AGES / FEES

Mondays and Wednesdays, May 9-June 1

11101

SCASD Natatorium

6:20-7 PM

4-12 yrs. $84R / $122NR

Swimming Lessons Level 2

Prerequisite: Preschool or Level 1 with no fear of the water. At completion, children are able to submerge and retrieve objects, do a front float and glide, back float and glide, bob 10 times, demonstrate three yards of front and back crawl, and demonstrate basic water safety skills.

DATE

PROGRAM

LOCATION

TIME

AGES / FEES

Mondays and Wednesdays, May 9-June 1

11201

SCASD Natatorium

5:30-6:10 PM

4-12 yrs. $84R / $122NR

Swimming Lessons Level 3

Prerequisite: Level 2 or equivalent. At completion, children are able to bob 15 times, jump into deep water, dive from a kneeling position, demonstrate 10 yards of front and back crawl stroke, demonstrate elementary backstroke kick, and demonstrate basic water safety skills.

DATE

PROGRAM

LOCATION

TIME

AGES / FEES

Mondays and Wednesdays, May 9-June 1

11301

SCASD Natatorium

6:20-7 PM

4-12 yrs. $84R / $122NR

Swimming Lessons Level 4

Prerequisite: Level 3 or equivalent. At completion, children are able to do a standing front dive, elementary backstroke, 25 yards of front and back crawl, breaststroke and sidestroke kicks, tread water, and water safety skills.

DATE

PROGRAM

LOCATION

TIME

AGES / FEES

Mondays and Wednesdays, May 9-June 1

11401

SCASD Natatorium

5:30-6:10 PM

5-14 yrs. $84R / $122NR

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Aquatics continued Swimming Lessons Level 5

Prerequisite: Level 4 or equivalent. At completion, children are able to do 50 yards of front and back crawl, 10 yards of breaststroke and sidestroke, 25 yards of elementary backstroke, butterfly kick, turns, swimming under water, and water safety skills.

PROGRAM

LOCATION

TIME

AGES / FEES

Mondays and Wednesdays, May 9-June 1

11501

SCASD Natatorium

6:20-7 PM

5-14 yrs. $84R / $122NR

Lifeguarding (American Red Cross Certification)

This course teaches the skills and provides the knowledge necessary to become a professional lifeguard. Candidates must be 15 years of age (by the last day of class) and pass a swimming skills pretest. Successful candidates receive certifications in Lifeguarding, First Aid, and CPR/AED for the Professional Rescuer. Candidates must register and pay prior to taking the pretest. A refund is provided if the candidate does not pass the pretest, less a $5 admin fee. Please note: This course will require students to complete approximately seven (7) hours of on-line coursework prior to the course completion date.The skills pre-test will be on Monday, March 28 at 6:00 PM and will include: a 300 yard swim; two minutes treading water using only legs; and retrieval of a 10 lb. brick in 10 feet deep water. Additionally, if a candidate successfully passes this course and becomes a CRPR lifeguard, CRPR will refund 50% of the class fees if the candidate stays for the entire 2022 season.

AQUATICS

DATE

DATES: March 28, April 5-7, April 12-14 TIME: 6-6:30 PM (3/28); 6-8 PM (All other dates.)

AGES: 15 yrs. and over FEES: $195R / $293NR LOCATION: SCASD Natatorium PROGRAM: 12299

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ACTIVE ADULTS

Active Adult Center The Active Adult Center staff are excited to welcome you to our Center inside the Nittany Mall! With a wide variety of activities off- and on-site for active adults, ages 55+, it is the perfect place for your recreation, education, and social needs! A print and online calendar of events are available to keep participants informed of exciting Center happenings! Stop by, say hello, and check out our latest opportunities!

Centre County Van Transportation to the Center is available. For more information on these and other Center services, please call the Centre Region Active Adult Center at 814-231-3076 or visit www.crpr.org and click on Active Adult Center.

Nittany Mall, Suite #990, 2901 E. College Ave, State College Mon.-Fri., 8 AM-3:30 PM 814-231-3076

GENERAL PROGRAMMING

Genealogy

Curious about your family history? Come share family history, your researching experiences, and join an interactive discussion on your record searches. Occasional trips to related libraries and repositories of records will be scheduled.

DATES: Wednesdays, January 12, February 9 TIME: 1 PM-2:30 AM

March 9, and April 13 AGES: 55 yrs. and over FEES: FREE LOCATION: Nittany Mall Community Room PROGRAM: 51005

Master Gardeners

Come learn about plants in a fun and interactive way with Master Gardeners. They will stretch our bodies and our minds by doing crafts, playing games and singing songs, all while learning many fascinating facts about plants! Numerous activities and plant subjects include: Butterflies and Moths; Dried and Pounded Flowers; Everything Gardening; Apples; Gourds; Pumpkins; Seeds; Spices; and Wreaths. They will resume in February, depending on the weather. Call the AAC for updated times and dates. 814-231-3076.

DATES: Every other Tuesday, February 22-March 19 TIME: 10:30-11:45 AM AGES: 55 yrs. and over FEES: FREE LOCATION: Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall PROGRAM: 51006

Book Club

Come and join Karen from Schlow Library and discuss the most current books. Book Club is the Second Tuesday of the month. The next round of books include: Jan. 11 - General Book Chat Feb. 8 - "The Guest List" by Lucy Foley March 8 - "When the Stars Go Dark" by Paula McLain April 12 - "Win" by Harlan Coben DATES:

TIME: AGES: FEES: LOCATION: PROGRAM:

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Tuesdays, January 11, February 9, March 8, and April 12 10:30-11:15 AM 55 yrs. and over FREE Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall 51111

Open Artist Studio

Art can serve as a way to explore your past and your present experiences. Whether you look at art as therapy or just a way to have fun, art is a powerful tool.

Capitalizing on creativity promotes a positive outlook and sense of wellbeing.

Join us and share your talents and knowledge with others who enjoy painting. Please bring your own supplies.

DATES: TIME AGES: FEES:

LOCATION: PROGRAM:

Thusdays, January 6-April 28 12:30-3:30 PM 55 yrs. and over $10 County Resident $15 Non-County Resident Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall 51508

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Active Adult Center continued Penny Poker

Bring your pennies and bet on the value in your hand. You may not make a lot of money, but you are guaranteed to have a good time!

DATES: Mondays and Wednesdays, December 29-April 27 TIME: 9:30-11:30 AM AGES: 55 yrs. and over FEES: FREE LOCATION: Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall PROGRAM: 51009

Come and learn Pinochle. It is "a trick-taking card game typically for two-to-four players and played with a 48-card deck." Players score points by trick-taking and also by forming combinations of cards into melds. It is thus considered part of a "trick-and-meld" category which also includes the game "Belote."

DATES: TIME: AGES: FEES: LOCATION: PROGRAM:

Bridge

Come and enjoy a friendly game of Bridge! Bridge's popularity has waxed and waned in the decades since its creation, but it remains one of the most popular fourplayer card games in the world. All levels of players are welcome.

DATES: TIME: AGES: FEES:

LOCATION: PROGRAM:

Tuesdays, January 4-April 26 9:30-11:30 AM 55 yrs. and over FREE Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall 51013

Learn Mah Jongg

Learn to play Mah Jongg, the ancient Chinese game played with tiles, in six, short weeks with Molly Heller. Four people to a table; the game is similar to the card game of rummy.

DATES: Wednesdays, Feb. 2-March 9 TIME: 8 AM-8 AM AGES: 55 yrs. and over FEES: $12 County Resident

$15 Non-County Resident LOCATION: Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall PROGRAM: 51448

Tuesdays, Dec. 28-April 26 10:30 AM-2:30 PM 55 yrs. and over $10 County Resident / $15 Non-County Resident Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall 51423

Mah Jongg Mondays

Do you enjoy games that involve skill, strategy, and calculation? Then Mah Jongg is perfect for you! Played with a set of 144 tiles, based on Chinese characters and symbols, Mah Jongg involves a degree of chance and fun for all who play!

DATES: TIME: AGES: FEES: LOCATION: PROGRAM:

ACTIVE ADULTS

Pinochle

Mondays, Dec. 27-April 25 12-3:30 PM 55 yrs. and over FREE Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall 51011

HEALTH & FITNESS

Get Me Moving

The Active Adult Center has fitness that fits your lifestyle. Banish stiff muscles by stretching and doing core conditioning with us. You'll have lots of fun while getting fit!

DATES: AGES: LOCATION: PROGRAM:

Mondays and Thursdays, December 27-April 28 TIME: 55 yrs. and over FEES: Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall 51446

5:15-6:15 PM $10 County Resident / $15 Non-County Resident

Tai Chi

Deeply rooted in Chinese meditation, medicine and martial arts, Tai Chi combines mental concentration with slow, controlled movements to focus the mind, and challenge the body.

Not sure Tai Chi is right for you? Come join the Practice Group for a demo session at no charge.

DATE

PROGRAM

LOCATION

TIME

AGES / FEES

Saturdays, January 8-April 30

51345

9-11 AM

Wednesdays, December 29-April 27

51355

Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall

55 yrs. and over $2 County Resident / $3 Non-County Resident

5-7 PM

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ACTIVE ADULTS

Healthy Steps

This on-going program is designed to improve balance, flexibility, strength, and reduce the risk of falling. All equipment is provided. This class uses exercise bands, foam balls, and hand-held weights. Exercises are done in a chair or standing. Free classes are open to ages 55 and over and are held at the Active Adult Center in the Nittany Mall.

DATES: Mondays and Thursdays, January 3-April 28 TIME: 9:45-10:30 AM AGES: 55 yrs. and over FEES: FREE LOCATION: Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall PROGRAM: 51004

Silver Spurs Line Dancing

Line dancing is a fun and interactive exercise class set to music. By participating in this exciting class, you will achieve benefits such as: reduction of stress and depression; increased energy and serotonin; improved flexibility, strength, balance, and endurance; strengthening of bones and improved cardiovascular health; increased mental capacity while exercising cognitive processes; and enhanced dynamic and rapid-fire decision making. No experience needed. Exercise just for the fun of it, and/or participate in community performances of the Silver Spurs.

DATES: AGES: LOCATION: PROGRAM:

Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, December 27-April 29 TIME: 55 yrs. and over FEES: Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall 51375

10:45-11:45 AM $10 County Resident / $15 Non-County Res.

Keep your eyes open for a new program announcment in early 2022! We hope to bring you a new Silver Sneakers Fitness Program to include two new programs focusing on muscle-building and yoga/pilates.

HEALTH & FITNESS

Health and Fitness Classes YOUTH Zumbini

Join in the fun with Zumbini's winter session! This session features all-new music and dancing and is guaranteed to be a great time for you and your little one. Zumbini is an early childhood education program for children ages 0 - 4 and their caregivers. Created by Zumba and BabyFirst, the program uses music and movement to promote cognitive, social, emotional, and motor skill development for the children in the class, all while creating the ultimate bonding experience for them and their caregivers. This class is loads of fun and engages children and parents through dancing, singing, and playing instruments! Included in the price of the class each family will receive a bundle that includes a storybook, plush doll, and CD/music codes to access all of the music we dance and sing to in class to help continue the fun at home. If you're looking for a stress-relieving way to bond with your child and meet and create friendships with other local parents, then come to have fun with us at Zumbini class! Instructor: Lydia Baranoski.

DATES: Thursdays, January 13-March 3 TIME: 9:30-10:15 AM AGES: 0-4 yrs. FEES: $112R / $168NR LOCATION: Good Shephard Catholic Church PROGRAM: 41127 DATES: Fridays, January 14-March 4 TIME: 5:30-6:15 PM AGES: 0-4 yrs. FEES: $112R / $168NR LOCATION: Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall PROGRAM: 41128 DATES: Thursdays, March 31-May 26 TIME: 9:30-10:15 AM AGES: 0-4 yrs. FEES: $125R / $187NR LOCATION: Good Shephard Catholic Church PROGRAM: 42127 DATES: Fridays, April 1-May 27 TIME: 5-6:15 PM AGES: 0-4 yrs. FEES: $125R / $168NR LOCATION: Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall PROGRAM: 42128

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Health and Fitness Classes continued ADULT

Living a Life of Integrity and Purpose by Listening

DATES: Saturday, January 22 TIME: 9:30-11 AM AGES: 18 yrs. and over FEES: $35R / $53NR LOCATION: COG Forum Room, 2643 Gateway Drive PROGRAM: 41718 INST. Beth Shaha

NEW!

Take a Walk in your Seven League Boots

Have a decision you are trying to make? Trying to make sense of a situation? Come with a question, a reason for what you want to know, and an open mind to seeing possibilities. Participants will be led through a meditative "walk" in their very own Seven-League Boots leading towards a better understanding or clarity to their question by applying the dream analysis technique to the symbols we gain in a guided visualization. Through personalized conversation, we will learn how to decode the benevolent messages of our dreams (daydreams or night dreams) by looking at the symbols and emotions that are present and what they are trying to tell us.

DATES: Saturday, March 26 TIME: 9:30-11 AM AGES: 18 yrs. and over FEES: $35R / $53NR LOCATION: COG Forum Room, 2643 Gateway Drive PROGRAM: 41719 INST. Beth Shaha

NEW!

HEALTH & FITNESS

Ever feel a sense of purposelessness? Feel like life is happening with you like a simple bystander?

There is more for you and more for your life - you just have to start showing up again. We all have an Inner Compass that knows the direction of our right life. Let's tap in together as we learn the skill of "Calibrating your Body" as a tool to make decisions simpler, diminish stress, align with your values, and live in your authenticity. Join Certified Life Coach, Beth Shaha for a lively conversation with practical tips to become in tune and take center stage in your own life!

Hip Hop Dance Fitness

Hip Hop Dance Fitness will have you bop till you drop, learn some sweet new moves, and go home each week feeling energized and accomplished.

This full-body workout class is designed to help you burn calories, tone your muscles, and work on body awareness and coordination. Over this eight-week session, each class will include 40 minutes of fun, follow-along, hip hop-styled cardio routines to popular songs and 20 minutes of learning simple step-by-step choreography that you can take home with you! You’ll be breaking it down so much you won’t even realize you’re working out. No dance experience is necessary and everyone is welcome to join in on the fun! Instructor: Lydia Baranoski.

DATES: TIME: AGES: FEES: LOCATION: PROGRAM:

Tuesdays, January 11-March 1 6-7 PM 18 yrs. and over $93R / $140NR Active Adult Center, Nittany Mall 41768

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Health and Fitness Classes Meditations for World Peace

HEALTH & FITNESS

Let's ring in peace for the New Year! Come together on zoom, and, as a community for 45 min. of sitting in meditation for World Peace. This practice will be for the month of January as a way of setting our intention for a more peaceful, calm, and beautiful world. Led by Elle Morgan, a graduate of mindfulnessbased stress reduction from Penn State and CRPR yoga instructor.

DATE

PROGRAM

Sunday, January 9

41721

Sunday, January 16

41722

Sunday, January 23

41723

Sunday, January 30

41724

All Four Programs: Sundays, January 9-30

41720

LOCATION

AGES

TIME

FEES

Live Online

18 yrs. and over

7-7:45 PM

$30R / $45NR

$100R / $150NR

NEW!

Zumba

Zumba is an easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning, dance fitness class. It's fun, effective, and best of all, it's made for everyone! All fitness levels can be successful in Zumba. Be prepared to dance, sweat, and have some fun! Instructor: Kari Williamson, ACE Group Fitness Instructor. Classes are offered in-person and live online through Zoom.

WINTER SESSIONS PROGRAM LOCATION

DATE Mondays, January 10-February 28

41729

Live Online

Wednesdays, January 12-March 2

41730

Live Online

Mondays & Wednesdays, January 10-March 2

41731

Live Online

DATE

42729

TBD

Wednesdays, March 9-May 4

42730

TBD

Mondays & Wednesdays, March 7-May 4

42731

TBD

TIME

18 yrs. and over

5:30-6:20 PM

FEES $87R / $131NR $155R / $233NR

SPRING SESSIONS PROGRAM LOCATION

Mondays, March 7-May 2

AGES

AGES

TIME

18 yrs. and over

5:30-6:20 PM

FEES $97R / $145NR $174R / $261NR

High Fitness

HIGH Fitness, one of the fastest-growing workout programs in the US and Canada, transforms old-school aerobics into a highly-addictive, new fitness experience that combines simple, modern workout techniques with music you know and love. The combination of movement and music leaves you feeling HIGH on motivation. HIGH Fitness cleverly combines strong, simple, and easy-to-follow choreography, with plyometric-type interval training moves and low, concentrated, full-body toning moves to strengthen from top to bottom. HIGH Fitness is perfect for people of all ages and fitness levels, providing a non-judgmental, welcoming environment.

60-minute choreographed classes sync with music genres and decades. Instructor: Nicole Gee. DATE Tuesdays, April 19-May 24

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PROGRAM

LOCATION

AGES

TIME

FEES

42702

Circleville Park Basketball Courts

18 yrs. and over

6:15-7:15 AM

$76R / $114NR

Register online at https://crpr.recdesk.com/Community/Home

Health and Fitness Classes continued Yoga For Fitness and Stability

A stronger and more flexible body is a more mobile body. During this 60 minute class, we will explore postures and exercises that will help you build strength and flexibility both physically and mentally. Focusing on movements that mimic those of daily living with a touch of pilates and strength training in the mix just for fun, this class is suitable for beginners and experienced yogis alike. Participants are asked to bring their own yoga mats, all other equipment will be provided.

Instructor: Jessica Minelli.

PROGRAM

Winter: Tuesdays, January 11-February 22

41762

Spring: Tuesdays, April 12-May 24

42762

BOTH SESSIONS: Tuesdays, January 11-May 24

41763

LOCATION

AGES

TIME

Millbrook Marsh Nature Center

18 yrs. and over

5:30-6:30 PM

FEES $87R / $131NR $164R / $246NR

HIIT Fitness

HIIT, or high-intensity interval training, is a training technique in which you give all-out, 100% effort through quick, intense bursts of exercise, followed by short recovery periods. This type of training gets and keeps your heart rate up and burns more fat in less time. For this class, we will be using a minute intense period followed by a 20-second rest period. The class is a 4x5 meaning four different intervals repeated five times. You will need a set of hand weights, a mat, and a chair (sometimes). This class is offered live, online through Zoom. Instructor: Janet Jonson, Ace Group Fitness Instructor.

DATE

PROGRAM

Winter: Tuesdays, January 11-February 22

41742

Spring: Tuesdays, March 15-May 10

42742

LOCATION

AGES

TIME

Live Online

18 yrs. and over

5:30-6:15 PM

HEALTH & FITNESS

DATE

FEES $77R / $116NR $97R / $146NR

Weight Training

Weight training is a type of strength training that uses weights for resistance.

Weight training provides a stress to the muscles that causes them to adapt and get stronger. Effective weight training depends on proper technique. This class is designed to strengthen and tone the upper and lower body using proper and safe techniques. You will need a set of hand weights, a mat, and a chair (sometimes).

This class is offered live, online through Zoom.

Instructor: Janet Jonson, Ace Group Fitness Instructor.

DATE

PROGRAM

Winter: Thursdays, January 13-February 24

41743

Spring: Thursdays, March 17-May 12

42743

LOCATION

AGES

TIME

Live Online

18 yrs. and over

5:30-6:15 PM

FEES $77R / $116NR $97R / $146NR

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Health and Fitness Classes continued

HEALTH & FITNESS

HIIT & Weight Training-Live Online

HIIT, or high-intensity interval training (Tuesdays), is a training technique in which you give all-out, one hundred percent effort through quick, intense bursts of exercise, followed by short recovery periods. This type of training gets and keeps your heart rate up and burns more fat in less time. For this class, we will be using a 50 second intense period followed by 10 second rest period. The class is a 4x5 meaning four different intervals repeated five times. You will need a set of hand weights, a mat, and a chair (sometimes). Weight training (Thursdays) is a type of strength training that uses weights for resistance. Weight training provides stress to the muscles that cause them to adapt and get stronger. Effective weight training depends on proper technique. This class is designed to strengthen and tone the upper and lower body using proper and safe techniques. You will need a set of hand weights, a mat, and a chair (sometimes). This class is live online through Zoom. Instructor: Janet Jonson, Ace Group Fitness Instructor.

DATE

PROGRAM

Winter: Tuesdays & Thursdays, January 11-February 24

41744

Spring: Tuesdays & Thursdays, March 15-May 12

42744

LOCATION

AGES

TIME

Live Online

18 yrs. and over

5:30-6:15 PM

FEES $140R / $210NR $174R / $261NR

Flights & Flows

Namaste and Rosé! Join Yoga instructor, Elle Morgan, at University Wine Co. for a one-hour vinyasa flow yoga class that will invigorate the body and the mind. The class will take place outdoors right next to the vineyard. Immediately following the class, participants will head into the winery to purchase, at a discount, wines by the flight or glass. An extensive list of dry to sweet award-winning wines is available: red, white, rosé, and sparkling. No experience is necessary and all you need to do is bring a yoga mat and a bottle of water. Register with a friend and enjoy yoga and wine together! (Due to PA law, wine must be sold separately.) All dates are rain or shine. In the event of rain or cold weather, the class will be held indoors within eyesight of the vineyards. (COVID-19 Protocols follow physical distancing and masking until the class starts and upon entering the winery.)

WINTER SESSIONS PROGRAM LOCATION

DATE Wednesday, January 19

41824

Wednesday, February 2

41825

Wednesday, February 16

41826

Wednesday, March 2

41827

Wednesday, March 16

41828

ALL FIVE SESSIONS: Wednesdays, January 19, February 2 and 16, and March 2 and 16

41829

Wednesday, March 30

42824

Wednesday, April 13

42825

Wednesday, April 27

42826

Wednesday, May 11

42827

Wednesday, May 25

42828

ALL FIVE SESSIONS: Wednesdays, March 30, April 13 and 27, and May 11 and 25

41829

TIME

21 yrs. and over

5:45-7:45 PM

FEES

$20R / $30NR

$90R / $135NR

SPRING SESSIONS PROGRAM LOCATION

DATE

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University Wine Co.

AGES

University Wine Co.

AGES

TIME

21 yrs. and over

5:45-7:45 PM

FEES

$20R / $30NR

$90R / $135NR

Register online at https://crpr.recdesk.com/Community/Home

How You Can Help Ballfield Banner Sponsorships!

Centre Region Parks and Recreation is pleased to offer the opportunity for you to show your support for active recreation by purchasing a 4' x 6' or 4' x 8' vinyl banner at the John Hess Softball Complex and Oak Hall Regional Park. Promotional banners are displayed on the outfield fences for the duration of the 2022 Season (Apr.-Oct.) and are visible to attendees at over 1,000 softball games, over 19 tournaments, and other recreation programs scheduled at the complexes throughout the year.

Contact the Agency at 814-231-3071 or crpr@crcog.net.

About The Authority

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Gifts for Parks

Donations of all shapes and sizes help CRPR provide important “extras,” like youth scholarships, which create excellent experiences for local youth in need. Interested in a Remembrance Tree, a My Veteran/My Hero tree, or a Gift Bench in one of the Centre Region Parks? Visit www.crpr.org and look for Sponsorships & Donations under the About Us menu for details. You can also contact the main office at 814-231-3071 or email crpr@crcog.net!

The mission of the Centre Region Parks and Recreation Authority is to serve Centre Region residents of all ages throughout the year with a variety of recreation opportunities and access to facilities to enrich their lives through participation in programs, facility use, provision of leadership resources and technical assistance, and serving the participating municipalities' residents and groups.

The Authority membership includes five municipalities--the Borough of State College and the Townships of College, Ferguson, Harris, and Patton, and the State College Area School District. Each municipality appoints one volunteer representative to serve a five-year term, plus one representative from the State College Area School District who is appointed by State College Borough Council. In October 2011, the five participating municipalities re-authorized the future of the Authority for January 2012 through December 2061.

Many members of the Authority also participate in their municipality's Parks and Recreation Committee; this dual service provides a great conduit between the Authority/Agency and the municipality like Capital Improvement Projects, timelines of various park improvements, recommended programming for the community, policies and procedures, and more.

The Authority is a registered 501c3 non-profit and registered as a PA Bureau of Charitable Giving organization. More info. about the Authority to include the members' and their terms, the history of the Agency (55 years in 2021) and the Authority (since 1974), as well as By-Laws and links to meeting agendas and minutes, can be found here: http://www.crpr.org/about-crpr-authority The Authority works directly with the Centre Region Parks and Recreation Agency on its Fees & Charges, regional park development, pool operations, nature center operations, and much more!

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The mission of the Centre Region Parks and Recreation Authority is to serve Centre Region residents of all ages throughout the year with a variety of recreation opportunities and access to facilities to enrich their lives through participation in programs, facility use, provision of leadership resources and technical assistance, and serving the participating municipalities' residents and groups.

To learn more about the Authority and its relationship to the Centre Region Parks and Recreation Agency, an agency of the Centre Region Council of Governments, please visit https://www.crpr.org/about-crpr-authority

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