2016 norwalk parks & rec book by Des Moines Register

NORWALK Parks & Recreation Activities 2016 FALL/WINTER

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PARKS & RECREATION ACTIVITIES

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TABLE OF CONTENTS General Information Policies

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Special Events

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Early Out Activities

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Youth Activities

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Adult Programs

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Family Activities

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OPALS (Older People with Active Lifestyles) Library/Park Info

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Enjoy Norwalk’s Parks

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TOBACCO & NICOTINE-FREE

Maintaining its commitment to health, Norwalk Parks and Trails (sports complex included) is now tobacco and nicotine-free. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

GENERAL INFORMATION NORWALK PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT Address: 1100 Chatham Ave Norwalk, IA 50211 Phone: (515) 981–9206 Fax: (515) 981–5839 Hours: 8:00 am to 4:30 pm Mon. thru Fri. (Closed Nov. 11, 24, 25, Dec 23, 26 Jan 2)

Staff: Nancy Kuehl | Director nancyk@norwalk.iowa.gov Louise Taylor–Seibert | Program/Office Asst louiset@norwalk.iowa.gov Adam Seibert | Parks Complex Superv. adams@norwalk.iowa.gov Jeff George| Recreation Aquatic Superv. jeffg@norwalk.iowa.gov

HOW TO REGISTER FOR PROGRAMS Registrations can be made at the Norwalk Parks and Recreation office or directly online. There are 4 easy sign-up options for your convenience:

1. Walk in and register during office hours. 2. Place your registration form and payment in a sealed envelope, and put it in the drop box located inside our front door 24/7 (Public Safety Building). 3. Mail your registration form and payment to the above address. 4. Online Registration: Go to www.norwalk.iowa.gov and click on “Departments”, “Parks and Recreation”, “Recreational Programs”, then click on the white box link “Parks & Rec Program Registration”.

NEED A REGISTRATION FORM? Registration forms are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at the Norwalk Parks and Recreation office (located in the Norwalk Public Safety Building). The front door is never locked; just walk in and pick up the registration forms you need, fill them out and place them in the drop box with your payment. Registration forms are also available on our website. Go to www.norwalk.iowa.gov and click on “Departments”, “Parks and Recreation”, “Recreational Programs” click on the highlighted form you would like to print off, complete it and drop it off at our office or send by mail.

FOLLOW US ON TWITTER Find us on Twitter to keep up-to-date on all cancellation, registration, and department information! (http://twitter.com/NorwalkPR) It’s quick, easy, and free! Follow the instructions below. 7 Easy Steps: Twitter Updates 1. www.twitter.com, click green ‘sign up now’ icon 2. Fill out the info, click ‘Create My Account’ 3. Click blue ‘Next Step;’ icon, then click again 4. Search ‘NorwalkPR’, click gray ‘Follow’ icon 5. Click green ‘Mobile Phone’ icon If your phone isn’t already set up for text message updates, follow the steps below. 6. Click on ‘settings’ at the top 7. Click ‘Mobile’, fill in information, click start

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Appetizers

All Burgers, Squealers and Sandwiches are served with a Regular side. Substitute a Premium side: Add 1.50

All appetizers come with choice of dipping sauce: Ranch, BBQ, Honey Mustard, Bleu Cheese, or Marinara

Philly Cheese Steak

Thinly sliced roast beef with grilled onions and peppers. Served on a hoagie bun and covered in melted` Swiss. ........................ 8.75

Reuben

Shaved corn beef with sauerkraut and swiss on marble rye with 1000 Island dressing served on the side. ............... 9.00

Hot Ham & Cheese Sandwich

Shaved ham covered in melty swiss cheese. ................7.75

Chicken Strips

Breaded, tender all white meat chicken strips. Sauce it up! Try one of our wing sauces. .................. 7.50

Mozzarella Sticks

Gooey mozzarella, breaded and fried to golden brown. .............................................. 7.50

Breaded Mushrooms

Burgers

Battered button mushrooms, fried ........................... 8.00

Burgers are made with a 1/3 lb all beef patty. Make any Burger a Double for 2.00.

Crispy, battered onion rings. .................................... 7.25

The American Classic *

A classic cheeseburger with American cheese, onion, lettuce, tomato and pickles. ..................................................8.25 Add bacon: 1.00

Patty Melt *

A burger sandwiched between melty American and Swiss, topped with 1000 Island Dressing and grilled onions between 2 slices of marble rye. ...........................8.75

The 804 Alarm Burger *

This one may bring tears to your eyes. A burger topped with Carolina Reaper sauce, pepper-jack, banana peppers, pepper bites and double jalapenos. .............9.25

Squealers The Starter Squealer A Squealer burger topped with American cheese, onion, lettuce, tomato and pickles.....................................8.50

Onion Rings Nacho Fries

Waffle fries smothered in cheddar and pepper-jack cheese. Topped with bacon, black olives, banana peppers and tomatoes. Perfect for sharing or as a meal. ................. 8.50

804’s Famous Eggrolls

Inspired creations in an eggroll wrapper. Ask your server about our Eggroll of the week. 1 roll: ......................................................................... 2.50 3 rolls: ........................................................................ 6.00

Buffalo Wings

Choose from: Naked, Honey Garlic, Teriyaki, Honey BBQ, BBQ, Cajun, Buffalo, or Carolina Reaper (hot) 8 wings: ..................................................................... 7.75 16 wings: .................................................................12.75

The Hot Ham and Cheese Squealer

This Squealer topped with shaved ham and Swiss cheese...... 8.75

The Texas Cowboy Squealer

A Squealer topped with bacon, cheddar, onion rings and Sweet Baby Ray’s BBQ sauce. .....................................8.75

Jr Cheese Burger

Bacon Bacon Squealer

1/6 lb burger with American cheese, catsup and mustard. ................................................. 5.00

Double bacon tops this Squealer. 4 slices of crisp bacon, American cheese, onion, lettuce, tomato and pickles. ...8.75

3 Chicken Strips ........................................................ 5.00

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Kid’s Menu All Kid’s meals are served with fries and a small drink.

Chicken Strips

Grilled Cheese

Classic grilled cheese sandwich made with American cheese. .................................... 5.00

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POLICIES FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE PROGRAM This program is to provide assistance to qualifying children in the Norwalk School District to help pay for recreation activity fees. It is intended to open up participation opportunities by reducing financial obstacles for those who may not be participating because they may not be able to afford to pay the registration fees. This program is for participants up to and including grade seven that reside in Norwalk or are students of the Norwalk Community School District. Call 981-9206 to find out more.

RESIDENT/NON–RESIDENT POLICY A resident is any person who lives within the city limits of Norwalk. This is not to be confused with the school district. City and School District boundaries are not the same. Even though your mailing address is Norwalk, this does not necessarily mean you are a city resident. Most programs/classes have different fees for residents and nonresidents. City of Norwalk residents make a significant contribution to the financing and operation of the Norwalk Parks and Recreation Department through city property taxes. These taxes are paid whether or not individuals participate in programs or use facilities. To ensure equality, non-residents (those living outside the city limits) will be charged a non-resident fee in addition to the program or facility fee.

REFUND POLICY REFUNDS/CREDITS are only given if a program is cancelled/combined by the Norwalk Parks and Recreation, for a documented medical reason (program will be prorated), or if the spot can be filled with a person on our waiting list.

• A credit toward future Recreation programs may be given to a participant who withdraws from a program (prior to the first meeting) and will be posted to your park and rec account. • A ll refunds issued will be by the City of Norwalk in the form of a check regardless of original payment method. Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing of refunds. • Refunds and/or credit will not be given for early termination of a program by the participant.

REGISTRATION POLICY Registration for our programs shall be for a minimum of ten business days, usually longer on-line. The Norwalk Parks and Recreation Department shall establish the beginning and ending dates for registration. Registration dates will be publicized in our brochure, N/Warren Town and County News, Norwalk Living magazine and the City of Norwalk website. Where there are a maximum number of participants listed, participation will be determined on a first come, first serve basis. Registrants registering for a program after the registration deadline will only be allowed to participate if there is enough room in the program. Registrants registering after the registration deadline has passed will be required to pay a $15.00 late fee in addition to the cost of the program. Registrants registering for team sports after the registration deadline will not be guaranteed a shirt (for programs where shirts are provided), but will still be required to pay the late fee. Exception: New residents moving into the area after the registration deadline has passed will not be required to pay a late fee, however, if shirts have already been ordered, a shirt will not be provided.

CREDIT CARDS The Norwalk Parks and Recreation Department has the capability to accept credit cards for payment of all our programs and services. We accept MasterCard, Visa, Discover, American Express and debit cards. This means you will be able to pay for your pool passes, pool parties, and registration fees – basically everything – with your credit card.

POLICIES TEAM ASSIGNMENT FOR YOUTH SPORTS POLICY Children will be placed on teams in a random manner with the exception of children living in the same household. Parents of children living in the same household may request their children be assigned to the same team, providing the children are in the same age division. To align teams fairly, volunteer coaches may pick one assistant. If a program needs more than two coaches per team, the Parks and Recreation Department will assign the additional assistant from names of volunteers appearing on the registration forms.

DEFINITION OF A FAMILY For the purpose of purchasing family pool passes, or receiving a family discount for our Tae Kwon Do program, a family is defined as all immediate family members residing at the same street address. This would include children of divorced parents who have joint custody, stepchildren, and foster children. Babysitters, cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents, and ex-spouses are not considered immediate family members unless they appear on the same federal income tax return.

VANDALISM Each year Norwalk taxpayers must cover the cost of repairing and replacing park facilities that have been willfully damaged or destroyed. Since the parks are unsupervised, it is difficult for park staff to catch the vandals who cause this damage. You can assist by reporting any act of vandalism to the Norwalk Parks and Recreation Department at 981-9206 or the Norwalk Police Department at 2223321 (dispatch). Violators will be prosecuted.

TYPOS, ERRORS, OOPS, WE GOOFED From time-to-time, there may be an error in days, times, fees, etc, in the brochure. If so the staff will take every step to correct the situation in a timely and efficient manner. Thank you for your patience and understanding should these situations arise.

OTHER LISTINGS FOR OUR PROGRAMS 1. N/Warren Town and County News For various reasons, sometimes it is necessary for programs to be added, deleted, or changed. Please refer to our column “Leisure Line” in the N/Warren Town and County News to keep updated. 2. Norwalk Living Magazine We list our current programs in this publication. 3. City of Norwalk Website The City of Norwalk website is www.norwalk.iowa.gov. There is a complete copy of the current brochure on this website along with an on-line registration link and/or printable forms.

A Special Thank You Every year dozens of volunteers with varying talents share their time helping to provide better parks and great coaches for our youth sports programs. On behalf of the Recreation Department thank you for making our parks and youth programs a success. If you have any hidden talents that can be shared through coaching youth, supervising activities, or improving our parks, please phone the Parks and Recreation Department at 981–9206 and thanks for volunteering!

SPECIAL EVENTS

TRICK OR TREAT NIGHT (GHOSTLY GOOD TIMES) Trick or Treat night in Norwalk will be Sunday, October 30 from 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm. Before you head out for a ghostly fun time in your neighborhood, be sure to stop by the Public

Safety Building. Beginning at 5:30 to 6:30 p.m. you can pick up your trick-or-treat bag and play some Halloween games to win prizes and treats. This event is for children in preschool to 5th grade.

4TH – 5TH – 6TH GRADE VOLLEYBALL This program is for boys and girls in the 4th through 6th grades. Our goal is to have fun while teaching the fundamentals of volleyball. We will work on passing, setting and spiking with an overall emphasis on good sportsmanship. This program will begin with practice for the first two weeks and then the boys and girls will be assigned to teams and will play games for the next four weeks.

Registration: Sept 19 to Sept 30 Dates: Sundays, October 9, 16, 23 Nov 6, 13, 20 Time: 5:00 to 6:00 pm Location: Middle School Cost: $ 26.50 Norwalk residents $30.50 for non–residents Min Max: 12/48

JR WARRIOR CHEFS CLUBS Young chefs cooking can be quite creative, full of discovery, and a whole lot of fun! One afternoon a week join Andy Mogle at the High School foods kitchen for a fun time of making healthy after school snacks. Come and enjoy learning how to prepare special treats that you can take home to the family and prepare for them.

Registration: Aug 29 to Sept 9 Dates: M ondays: Sept 19, 26 Oct 3, 10, 17, 24 Time: 4:00 – 5:30 pm Location: N orwalk HS Food/Nutrition Classroom Cost: $ 45.00 Norwalk residents $51.75 for non–residents Min/Max: 12/20 students

LAKEWOOD SCHOOL INTRAMURALS The teachers along with their class get into this little competition. We will hold a Kickball and Dodge ball single elimination tournament through out the school year. They compete with their class against other classes in their grade. This is a free program. A traveling trophy is awarded to the winning class. Time: During Recess times Location: Lakewood Elementary

Tentative Dates: 3rd grade Kickball dates: October 4th grade Kickball dates: November 5th grade Kickball dates: December 3rd grade Dodge ball dates: January 4th grade Dodge ball dates: February 5th grade Dodge ball dates: March Cost: Free

EARLY OUT ACTIVITIES

CRAFT CLUB Get out your glue and imaginations for this program. Children in 3rd through 5th grades at Lakewood elementary are invited to join. They meet once a month after school on early out Wednesdays to make special arts and crafts projects. Instructor: Nancy Kuehl

Registration: Sept 12 to Mar 3 Time: 1:30 to 4:15 pm Dates: Oct 5, Nov 9, Dec 7, Jan 18, Feb 15, Mar 22 Location: Lakewood Art room Cost per class: $ 15.00 Norwalk residents $17.25 non–residents Min/Max: 6/24

CREATIVE ART CLASSES Lucinda Sperry, Art Love Studio, will lead the class in various art projects. Students at Oviatt elementary are welcome to participate but will need to find their own transportation to Lakewood Elementary. Register for all at once or one at a time. Registration: Aug 29 to Mar 3 Time: 1:30 to 4:15 pm Location: Lakewood Art Room Cost per class: $15.00 residents $17.25 non–residents

Sept 14 – minecraft college play day Oct 12 – spooky metal embossed tree art Nov 16 – paint your pet Dec 14 – exploding box art Jan 11 – drawing anime faces Feb 8 – emoji art party Mar 8 – name sculptures Min/Max: 6/24

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YOUTH ACTIVITIES 5TH AND 6TH GRADE BOYS/GIRLS BASKETBALL This program is for boys and girls in 5th and 6th grades. This is a coed team unless we have enough to assign into boy/girl teams. League will practice one night a week and play games on Saturdays. Volunteer coaches will be needed for the program.

Cost: $ 39.50 for Residents $45.40 for Non–Residents Times may vary.

Grade

Location

Practice

Game Time

Dates

Registration

5th & 6th Grade Coed/ Boys

Oviatt Gym

Tues/Thur @ Oviatt

2:00 pm 3:00 pm

Nov 5,12,19 Dec 3,10,17

Sept. 12-23

5th & 6th Grade Girls (if needed)

Oviatt Gym

Tues/Thur @ Oviatt

4:00 pm 5:00 pm

Nov 5, 12, 19 Dec 3,10,17

Sept. 12-23

LITTLE HOOPERS This program is for boys and girls in 3rd and 4th grades. Our goal is to have fun while teaching the fundamentals of basketball. We will work on shooting, passing and dribbling with an overall emphasis on good sportsmanship. This program will practice and play on Saturdays. The boys

and girls will be assigned to teams and volunteer coaches will be needed for the program. Times may vary. Cost: $ 33.75 for Residents $38.80 for Non–residents

Grade

Location

Practice

Game Time

Dates

Registration

3rd & 4th Grade Boys

Oviatt Gym

2:00 pm 2:45 pm

Jan 21,28 Feb 4, 11, 18, 25

Nov. 7 –18

3rd & 4th Grade Girls

Oviatt Gym

3:30 pm 4:15 pm

Jan 21, 28 Feb 4,11, 18, 25

Nov. 7 –18

DREAM TEAM This program is for boys and girls in the 1st and 2nd grades. Children will be taught basketball fundamentals. Children will be separated into teams and play games. Volunteer coaches will be needed.

Times may vary. Cost: $33.75 for Residents $38.80 for Non–residents

Grade

Location

Practice

Dates

Registration

1st & 2nd Grade Girls

Oviatt Gym

9:00 am 9:45 am

Jan 21, 28 Feb 4,11,18, 25

Nov 7 –18

1st & 2nd Grade Boys

Oviatt Gym

10:30 am 11:15 am 12:00 pm 12:45 pm

Jan 21, 28 Feb 4,11,18,25

Nov 7-18

LITTLE DRIBBLERS This program is for boys and girls in Preschool (4 & 5 years olds) and Kindergarten. This activity teaches the beginning fundamentals of basketball.

Times may vary. Cost: $33.75 for Residents $38.80 for Non–residents

Grade

Location

Practice

Dates

Registration

Pre-school Boys & Girls

Oviatt Gym

9:00 am 9:30 am 10:00 am 10:30 am

Nov 5, 12,19 Dec 3, 10, 17

Sept. 12-23

Kindergarten Boys & Girls

Oviatt Gym

11:00 am 11:30 am 12:00 pm 12:30 pm

Nov 5, 12,19 Dec 3, 10, 17

Sept. 12-23

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YOUTH ACTIVITIES

BEGINNER WARRIOR WRESTLING CLUB This program is open to any student currently in Kindergarten through 2nd grade. Program designed for wrestlers with little to no experience. Throughout these practices the skills and techniques will align with the goals of developing a strong K-12 wrestling program. This level is specifically designed to introduce your student athlete to the sport while maintaining a fun and positive learning environment. Parent volunteers are needed. Coach: Jim McCombs jmccombs70@gmail.com

Registration: Oct 10 to Oct 21 Dates: Tuesdays – Nov 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 Dec 6 Saturday – Dec 10 – Tournament Time: 5:45 – 6:30 pm Location: High School wrestling room Cost: $40.00 residents $46.00 non–residents Min/Max: 6/45

JUST FOR KICKS This beginning soccer program is for children at least 4 years old that are not currently in kindergarten this school year. Participants will be introduced to the sport of soccer and will be taught the basic fundamentals of dribbling, passing and shooting. Shin guards are required for this program. This is a six-week program including one week of practice and five weeks of games. Volunteer coaches needed.

Registration: Jan 30 to Feb 10 Dates: Starts week of March 27, weather permitting Time: 6:00 pm/6:45 pm Days: Monday or Wednesday Location: Norwalk-McAninch Sports Complex Cost: $33.75 residents $38.80 non–residents

KINDERGARTEN SOCCER This program is for both boys and girls currently in kindergarten this school year. This is a six-week program including two weeks of practices and four weeks of games. Shin guards are required. Volunteer coaches needed. Registration: J an 30 to Feb 10

Days: S tarts week of March 27, weather permitting Time: 6:00 pm/6:45 pm Location: Norwalk–McAninch Sports Complex Days: Tuesday/Thursday Cost: $39.50 Norwalk residents $45.40 for non–residents

YOUTH SOCCER (1ST - 7TH) This program is for children in 1st through 7th grade this current school year. Shin guards are required. This is a six-week program that includes both practice and games. Volunteer coaches needed.

Location: Norwalk–McAninch Sports Complex Cost: $51.00 for Norwalk residents $58.65 for non–residents

Divisions: 1st & 2nd Grade Boys 4 vs. 4 Play on Tuesday & Friday 1st & 2nd Grade Girls 4 vs. 4 Play on Monday & Thursday 3rd & 4th Grade Coed 8 vs. 8 Play on Monday & Thursday 5th – 7th Grade Coed 8 vs. 8 Play on Tuesday & Friday Registration: J an 30 to Feb 10 Days: Starts week of March 27, weather permitting Times: 6:00 pm/6:45 pm

YOUTH ACTIVITIES MAD SCIENCE OF IOWA After 12 years of delivering science programming to the Greater Des Moines area, things are changing big time! Here is some great information about our brand new initiative at Mad Science: “Full STEAM Ahead”, with Science, and Technology, Engineering, Art and Math. This is the beginning of a four-year initiative where the TEAM part of STEAM is developed by the Mad Science headquarter R&D group, and is combined with some exciting new Science as well at our local Greater Des Moines Level! The first part of TEAM to rollout during the 2016-17 school year is: Engineering using LEGO® bricks…”Brixology” … LEGO®-neering if you will! We encourage you to consider providing your students with the exciting enrichment opportunity, held in the after school period. I look forward to bringing the Full STEAM Ahead programming to the families in your school! Session A) September 20th: Crazy Chemistry Lab Works, and Polymer Slime Time Crazy Chemistry Lab Works: Students become lab scientists-in-training in this whirlwind program on laboratory techniques! Each student will learn to manipulate an assortment of lab equipment in a series of hands-on activities. The program ends with a cool demonstration to show off the lab techniques learned in class. The students will continue lab training with their Take-Home Graduated Gear kit. Crazy Chemistry Polymer Slime Time: The Mad Science slime recipe is revealed in this ooey gooey chemistry class! Students will learn about slime and its basic ingredients in a series of hands-on activities. Varied concoctions of slime will stir up in scientific style, and the properties of slime will be tested in a team-spirited fashion at the Slime Olympics! Take home the Slime you make! September 27th: Brixology Carnivals, and Bridges Brixology Carnivals: Feel the thrill as you build a spinning swing ride! Learn about forces and the mechanical engineering concepts behind some of your favorite amusement park rides. Then improve and test the design to create an even wilder ride. Take home, build and play-learn with our Viking Ship Ride! Brixology Bridges: Work together with your fellow civil engineers to build and test different bridge designs. Then use what you’ve learned to create the strongest bridge possible. Take home, build and play-learn with our Truss Bridge! Session B) November 8th: Crazy Chemistry pH pHactor, and Super Sticky Stuff Crazy Chemistry pH pHactor: Students explore the crazy chemistry of acids and bases in this fascinating program on the pH scale. The pH Phactors hydrogen and hydroxide give a colorful introduction, and the Phantastic pH test is applied to common household chemicals. Students are challenged to bring a mystery liquid to a perfect pH balance. The Phestival ends with a Stopper-Popper reaction! Crazy Chemistry Super Sticky Stuff: Children will get stuck on science in this class! There is handson experiment with different types of tape adhesives. Wet glues are introduced in two experiments. Children learn how to perform a ranking test, and determine the optimal glue to use on various materials. The children assemble their Take-Home Professor Beakerdude kit, a set of reusable adhesives and a beaker that they can use to perform experiments at home. November 15th: Brixology Aerospace Structures, and Vehicles Brixology Aerospace Structures: Discover the secrets of aerospace engineering - efficiency and compact design. Create a space station and connect it with others to assemble a massive modular spacecraft. Take home, build and play-learn with our Astro Lander! Brixology Vehicles: Get in gear as an automotive engineer! Assemble a motorized vehicle and learn how to optimize it. Use wheels, axles and gears to reduce friction so your vehicle runs better. Then, shift into higher gear and work hands-on with transmissions and gear ratios. Take home, build and play-learn with our Hovercraft! Registration: Sept 5 to Sept 16 Dates: Session A; Sept 20, 27 Session B; Nov 8, 15 Time: 3:15 – 5:15pm Location: Oviatt Art room Cost: $27 per class OR $48 per session Min/Max: 5/18

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LINE DANCING Get up and dust off those dancing shoes! Line dances are choreographed dances with a repeating series of steps that are performed in unison by a group of people in lines or rows. Exhilarating line dances such as the Cupid shuffle, Electric Slide, and others will be taught. It is a great way to exercise without even noticing! No partner or experience needed.

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ADULT PROGRAMS ADULT PICK–UP BASKETBALL GAMES Pick-up basketball games will be offered for adults. Please bring clean tennis shoes to wear for the games. This program is only for residents who live within the Norwalk School District. Program Dates: O ctober 5, 12, 19, 26 November 2*, 9, 16, 23*, 30 December 7, 14, 21 January 4, 11, 18, 25

February 1, 8, 15*, 22 March 1, 8, 15*, 22 *No school; possibility no open gym Time: 7:00 – 9:00 pm Location: Middle School Gym Registration: Begins Sept 19 (closes when full) Cost: $32.10 (includes sales tax) Norwalk residents $36.92 (includes sales tax) Non–residents Maximum number of participants: 40

ADULT WOMEN’S VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Join a couple of friends and come out and enjoy an evening of volleyball. This league will play on Sunday nights at the Norwalk Middle School. This league will be self-officiating. Please register as a team with a maximum of 10 players.

Registration: Sept 19 to Sept 30 Session I Dates: Oct 9, 16, 23, Nov 6, 13, 20 Registration: Dec 12 to Dec 23 Session II Dates: Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 Feb 12, 19 Times: 6:15 pm and 7:00 pm Cost per team: $34.85 (includes sales tax) Min/Max: 4/8

ADULT COED VOLLEYBALL – A & B LEAGUE Two separate leagues are offered for coed volleyball. The A league is considered a power league, while B league is considered a recreation league. Each league will be limited to 6 teams. Officials will be provided for each game. Please register as a team. You need a minimum of six players with a maximum of ten. This league is a first come, first serve basis until it is full. Winter Registration Dates: Dec 19 to Dec 30 Program Dates: Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 Feb 6, 13, 20, 27 Mar 6 Days: Mondays Times: 7:30, 8:15, 9:00 pm Location: Norwalk Middle School Cost per team: $ 87.10 (sales tax included) Min/Max # of Teams: 4 /12

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ADULT PROGRAMS STEP BENCH AEROBICS/INTERVAL Step aerobics/Interval is a class of high energy aerobic routines interspersed with intense cardio segments and followed by a recovery period. Class will improve cardio conditioning. This class is for any fitness level, and can be adjusted to a low or high impact class depending on the level of fitness you are. Registration Dates: S ept 12 to Sept 23 Dates: Mondays, Sept 26, Oct 3, 10, 17, 24, 31 Nov 7 Registration Dates: O ct 31 to Nov 11 Dates: Mondays, Nov 14, 21, 28 Dec 5, 12, 19 Jan 2 Registration Dates: D ec 26 to Jan 6 Dates: Mondays: Jan 9, 16, 23, 30 Feb 6, 13, 20 Registration Dates: Feb 13 to Feb 24 Dates: Mondays: Feb 27 Mar 6, 20, 27 Apr 3, 10, 17 Time: 6:15–7:15 p.m. Location: Oviatt Multi–purpose Room (door #16) Cost: $24.50 resident $28.20 non–resident Min/max: 10/30

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ADULT PROGRAMS/FAMILY ACTIVITIES CIRCUIT SENSATION Are you ready for this new workout that is athletic, intense and more fun than a threering circus??!! Using the motivational power of teamwork and competition in combination with the balance challenges presented by the Bosu balance workout, you will discover how to change ordinary circuit workouts into extraordinary workouts. The class will also use jump ropes, medicine balls, weighted bars, and circuit stations created where you used just your body weight. Registration Dates: S ept 12 to Sept 23 Dates: Wednesdays: Sept 28 Oct 5, 12, 19, 26 Nov 2, 9

Registration Dates: Oct 31 to Nov 11 Dates: Wednesday: Nov 16, 23, 30 Dec 7, 14, 21 Jan 4 Registration Dates: Dec 26 to Jan 6 Dates: Wednesdays: Jan 11, 18, 25 Feb 1, 8, 15, 22 Registration Dates: Feb 13 to Feb 24 Dates: Wednesdays: Mar 1, 8, 22, 29 Apr 5, 12, 19 Time: 6:15 pm – 7:15 pm Location: Oviatt Multi–purpose Room (door #16) Cost: $24.50 resident $28.20 non–resident Min/max: 10/30

EARLY BIRD BODY SCULPTING For those of you who get up with the chickens, joining these early morning classes will work you on ultimate body sculpting, Pilates and Chico Metrics. This class is designed to maximize core strength, firm and tone your butt, thighs and arms. The class will use dumbbells and dynabands that will put you to the test with added intensity. Registration Dates: S ept 12 to Sept 23 Dates: Tues/Thurs: Sept 27, 29 Oct 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 Nov 1, 3, 8, 10 Registration Dates: O ct 31 to Nov 11

Dates: T ues/Thurs: Nov 15, 17, 22, 29 Dec 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 27, 29, Jan 3 Registration Dates: Dec 26 to Jan 6 Dates: Tues/Thursdays: Jan 10, 12, 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 Feb 2, 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23 Registration Dates: Feb 13 to Feb 24 Dates: Tues/Thursday: Feb 28 Mar 2, 7, 9, 21, 23, 28, 30 Apr 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20 Time: 5:30 – 6:15 am Location: Norwalk Easter Public Library ICN Room Cost: $49.00 resident $56.40 non resident Min/max: 10/20

NORWALK FAMILY TAE KWON DO Jason Brooks is the head instructor of the school, Voorhees Taekwondo LLC, which offer programs for ages 5 through adults. The classes are separated by rank (beginners and advanced) and students meet twice a week. Class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays, in the Oviatt Multi-purpose room (door #16) with 6pm start. Times/Dates may vary depending on school activities. We also offer Little Dragon program designed for children ages 5 to 7. Little Dragons meet twice a week. This program is run concurrently with the beginning class.

All programs consist of hand and foot techniques, forms, self-defense, lessons and instructions on topics such as respect, self-discipline and perseverance. Competition is also available for those students who are interested. Competition teaches sportsmanship, gives confidence and allows the students to use the skills they have learned in class. Families are strongly encouraged to join and train together. We found that the kids learn better when one or both of their parents/guardians are learning along side of them in class.

Session

Norwalk Residents Cost per session

Non–Resident Cost per session

Little Dragons (twice a week)

$46.00

$53.00

Family Tae Kwon Do (1st family member)

$57.50

$66.25

Family Tae Kwon Do (2nd & 3rd Family Member)

$28.75 each

$33.25 each

Maximum Family Fee

$115.00

$132.50

Cost of testing for belts, competitions and annual $30 fee is extra and is NOT included in the registration fee; it is paid directly to Voorhees Taekwondo LLC. Anyone registering for Tae Kwon Do after the registration deadline has passed will be required to pay a $15.00 late fee in addition to the cost of the program.

Registration Dates: A ug 22 to Sept 2 Session Dates: Sept 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29 Oct 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 Registration Dates: O ct 17 to Oct 28 Session Dates: Nov 1, 3, 8, 10, 15, 17, 22, 29 Dec 1, 6, 8, 13, 15, 20 Jan 3, 5, 10, 12 Registration Dates: J an 2 to Jan 13 Session Dates: Jan 17, 19, 24, 26, 31 Feb 2, 7, 9, 18

14, 16, 21, 23, 28 Mar 2, 7, 9 Registration Dates: Mar 6 to Mar 17 Session Dates: Mar 21, 23, 28, 30 Apr 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 25, 27 May 2, 4, 9, 11 Days: Tuesday/Thursday Location: Oviatt Multipurpose room (Door #16) Min/max: 10/30

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MONSTER DASH 5K FUN RUN This is not your ordinary 5K Fun Run!! Norwalk Parks and Rec along with the Norwalk Pacers Running club is offering both a 5K and Mile night run in your favorite Halloween costume! We will meet at the Norwalk McAninch Sports Complex and run on the lighted cross country path. Each participant will receive a t-shirt, glow sticks/ bracelets, and treats for s’mores afterwards (fire pit in parking lot). Bring your friends to cheer you on as you finish and party the night away.

Registration: Oct 3 to Oct 14 Date: Saturday, Oct 29 Time: Mile Race 6:30 pm 5K Race 7:00 pm Location: Norwalk McAnich Sports Complex Cost: $32.10 individual/ $107.00 family (4) $36.92 nonres/$123.05 nonres family (includes sales tax) Min/Max: 50/300

COMMUNITY OPEN GYM Stop by the gym to develop your shooting skills or play a pick up game of basketball. Make sure you bring a pair of tennis shoes to play ball. This open gym is for students in grade 5th and up along with adults. Bring your own balls becuase of the limited amount at school. Registration: Aug 22 to Sept 12

Nights: Tues/Thurs Dates: Sept 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29, Oct 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20, 27 Times: 7- 9 pm Cost: $16.05 unlimited pass (inckudes tax) Location: Lakewood Min/Max: 20/50

FAMILY OPEN GYM Shoot hoops or play a pick up game with friends or family. Bring clean tennis shoes for the floor. Only residents in the Norwalk school district are eligible to participate. No registration required, just show up and play. Time: 2:00 – 4:00 pm Location: Oviatt gym

Adult Cost: $1.00 Youth Cost: $0.50 Days: Sundays Dates: Nov 6, 13, 20, 27 Dec 4, 11, 18 Jan 8, 15, 22, 29 Feb 5, 12, 19, 26

FAMILY BINGO NIGHT Stop by the library and enjoy an evening of Bingo and tasty treats. Bring munchies or snacks to share with all and we will provide the beverage. All ages are invited to participate. Bingo callers will be the Norwalk Lion Club Members.

Time: 5:00-7:00 pm Location: Norwalk Easter Public Library Cost: .25/card or 3 cards for .50 Dates: Nov 6, Dec 4, Feb 5, Mar 5

DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE The Parks and Recreation Department will host the social event of the year for Dads and their daughter(s) Kindergarten through 5th grade. This is the night to enjoy your daughter and friends for an evening of dancing, dinner and fun. This will include dinner, photograph and dancing. If Dad is not available, an uncle, brother or grandfather is welcomed.

Registration: Jan 16 to Jan 27 Date: Friday, Feb 10 Time: 6:30 – 8:30 pm Location: St. John’s Church Cost: $15.00 ea resident $17.25 ea non–resident Min/Max: 50/125

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WELLâ&#x20AC;&#x201C;SEASONED POTLUCK (THE MEAT AS WELL AS THE PEOPLE) All is invited, age 55 or older, to attend a potluck dinner to enjoy and socialize with the Park and Recreation staff. Meat, tableware, and coffee/ beverage are provided. Dust off the cookbooks and be creative to bring a side dish and/or dessert to share with everyone. After the meal we will have some form of entertainment from local talent. Let us know your email address and we will send out reminders with what meat that

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LIBRARY / PARK INFO NORWALK EASTER PUBLIC LIBRARY Norwalk Easter Public Library offers many activities and programs for everyone throughout the year. A few of these activities include: • Story times (September – April) – Story Time – Tuesdays @ 10:30am – Rhyme Time – Thursdays @ 10:30 am – Baby Time – 2nd Saturdays @ 10:30 am – Pajama Story time – 2nd & 4th Thursdays @ 7pm (all ages welcome)

• E arly Out Wednesday Activities @ 2:30 pm • Monthly Teen Events such as movie and game nights at the library • Numerous adults activities such as Craft Club, Book Clubs, Special Presentations on Trending Topics, Adult After Hour Events, and much more!

Please check our website, Facebook page, or stop in the library for a brochure with more information about what the library can offer. All programs are free, and a few require pre-registration. For questions, please contact the library at 515-981-0217.

WHO LET THE DOGS OUT? The Parks and Recreation Department is committed to providing a safe and quality park system for the residents of Norwalk. Park rules exist to assure that park visitors have a pleasant experience. Two specific park rules that need to be remembered when taking a dog to Norwalk city parks are: (1) dogs are to be leashed at all times; and (2) pet owners are required to pick up and properly dispose of their pet’s waste.

DOG PARK RECEIVES GRANT The City of Norwalk has designated the north end of City Park for the new dog park. A committee was formed and they have raised more than $15,000 for this much anticipated project. Part of the funds raised includes a $5,000 grant from the Warren County Philanthropic Partnership. This partnership was formed in 2005 to coordinate and provide philanthropic support for community betterment projects in Warren County. The mission of the Warren County Philanthropic Partnership is to promote philanthropy throughout Warren County. The foundation is made up of community minded individuals who have the ability to assess community needs, implement asset development, evaluate area grant applications, and encourage partnerships and initiate activities to enhance Warren County. Watch for more upcoming news as the dog park progresses and the opening for our four legged friends will be announced.

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Every dog should have a day at the park! CITY DOG LICENSES Norwalk’s four legged furry friends don’t always obey their masters. Wandering dogs sometimes become a nuisance to others who don’t show the same kind of love for pets as you do. For that reason residents of Norwalk need to license their dog’s EVERY YEAR at City Hall to ensure a safe return back to their owner and also to verify the dog’s rabies vaccinations are current. The licensing renewal period begins January 1 and runs through the end of March. After March 31, a late fee will be assessed on all licenses renewed after this date. If the police/Norwalk Animal Control has to pick up your pet, there is a $75 impound fee (1st offense) to get it released back to you. For more information, contact Norwalk City Hall at 981-0228, ext. 2221.

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The Norwalk City ordinance does not allow any alcohol in any of our city parks or sports complex.

BILLY O PHILLIPS PARK – 2500 LEXINGTON DR Billy O Phillips Park is a newly constructed park located on Lexington Dr in the Legacy development. It consists of a GameTime playground, restrooms, a new Cedar Forest shelter house (named in memory of our former mayor Jerry Starkweather), sidewalks, and trees. The park is open to all residents and the shelter is available for reserving. The cost is $15.00 up to four hours and $25.00 for a maximum of eight hours.

NORWALK CITY PARK – 907 NORTH AVENUE This park has playground equipment, basketball courts, restroom facilities, an old railroad car, and an open shelter house with picnic tables. The shelter house is available by reservation. The cost is $15.00 for four hours or less and $25.00 for over four hours, but not more than eight hours. Coming soon dog park.

WINDFLOWER PARK – 1915 NORTH AVENUE The Norwalk Aquatic Center is located in Windflower Park. This park has playground equipment, a walking path, basketball courts, a skate park, a 12hole disc golf course and a shelter house. The shelter house has an enclosed kitchen that has a refrigerator, microwave, stove, and kitchen sink. There are also restroom facilities attached to the shelter. The shelter house is available by reservation. Cost is $10.00 per hour, plus a $25.00 deposit; the deposit will be returned if the shelter house is left in the same condition as found. If kitchen not needed, the shelter can be reserved at the standard rate of $15.00 for up to fours or less or $25.00 for maximum of eight hours.

BROWNIE PARK – 805 CHERRY PARKWAY In 2001, the Parks and Recreation Department received a KCCI Project Mainstreet Grant and with the money created a butterfly garden along with other improvements. The park includes a garden in the shape of a butterfly, a walking trail, a white picket fence, a wooden arbor, a swing, and a couple of picnic tables. This park makes a great retreat for a small family picnic or a great little get away. There are no restrooms at this park, but enjoy a leisure walk over to the library for facilities.

MCDONALDS WOODS – 708 HIGH ROAD This park is nestled in behind town homes off of High Road. It is a forest like setting with trees and picnic tables only. No restroom facilities available.

NORWALK–MCANINCH SPORTS COMPLEX – 200 WRIGHT ROAD The majority of our spring and summer recreation programs are held at our sports complex, along with hosting outside tournaments and school activities. It consists of six baseball/softball fields, 23 soccer fields and a cross-country course plus 4th of July fireworks. Our sports complex also has a concession stand and restrooms. The Sports Complex rules are no dogs or other pets are allowed at the Norwalk McAninch Sports complex (exception: service animals), no smoking, and no alcohol consumption permitted.

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