Spring 2020 Recreation Guide

Spring Guide March*April*May Library Services *Parks *Recreation Riparian * Special Events * Sports

Gilbert Parks and Recreation SPRING RECREATION GUIDE

IN THIS ISSUE GENERAL INFORMATION Contact & Connect Information Classes & Program Information Recreation Center & Program Locations Community & Family Events

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RECREATION CLASSES & PROGRAMS Adaptive Recreation Spring Break Specialty Camps Parent/Tot Classes Early Childhood Classes Youth/Teen Classes

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Youth & Adult Sports Adult Classes Gilbert Senior Center Programs

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LIBRARY SERVICES & PROGRAMS Perry Library Southeast Regional Library

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FACILITY INFORMATION Library, Pools & Riparian Information Park Information

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Family Events

Classes & Camps

On the Cover A young boy enjoys the grand opening of the new Gilbert Regional park playground. Look out for more great events all year and enjoy the beautiful Spring weather with Gilbert!

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Outdoor Programs ...and so much more!

Spring 2020 Recreation Guide

Contact

AND CONNECT!

Gilbert Parks & Recreation Gilbert Parks & Recreation Offices 90 East Civic Center Drive Gilbert, AZ 85296

...Our Mission Gilbert Parks and Recreation Department commits to provide superior parks, recreation and cultural programs, which exceed customer expectations, enhance the quality of life, and promote lifelong leisure and educational pursuits. These services are provided by a dedicated team, focused on fairness, trust and innovation, with a commitment to excellence.

Gilbert Parks and Recreation Foundation

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Gilbert Parks & Recreation

Gilbert Town Council Parks, Recreation & Library Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

Gilbert Assistance Program (GAP)

Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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Classes & Program INFORMATION

GENERAL REGISTRATION INFORMATION FRIENDS OF THE GILBERT PARKS AND RECREATION FOUNDATION REGISTRATION Begins 2/24/2020 for Members Register a day early when you become a Friend of the Gilbert Parks and Recreation Foundation and help to strengthen the community and provide safe, playful recreational opportunities.

www.gilbertparksandrecreationfoundation.org

HOW TO

Register CLASS POLICIES, CANCELATION & REFUND INFORMATION Withdrawals, transfers and refunds are allowed up to 10 days prior to the program start date, less a $5 administrative fee.

The administrative fee does not apply when the Town initiates a class cancelation due to low enrollment or unforeseen circumstances. In this case the full class fee will be credited back to the customer account.

Classes priced at $10 or less are nonrefundable.

ONLINE REGISTRATION

No refunds or transfers within 10 days prior to the program start date.

Begins 2/25/2020 for Residents Begins 2/27/2020 for Non-Residents

Please notice that the refund/credit timeline has changed to 10 days prior to the program start date. Click here for more information.

If you have not created a Gilbert Recreation Account, you must create one in order to register. If you have created one and can’t access your account, please call 480-503-6200.

GilbertRecreation.com

MAIL-IN REGISTRATION Begins 2/27/2020 for Residents

WALK-IN REGISTRATION Begins 2/27/2020 for Residents Feel free to visit any of these locations during typical business hours to register in person: Freestone Recreation Center Gilbert Community Center Gilbert Parks & Recreation Offices McQueen Park Activity Center

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Mail Registration Form along with payment to: Attention: Registration 90 E. Civic Center Dr. Gilbert, AZ 85296 Make checks payable to Town of Gilbert

A $25 service charge will be assessed on returned checks.

1141 E. Guadalupe Rd. 130 N. Oak St. 90 E. Civic Center Dr. 510 N. Horne St.

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Recreation Centers

PROGRAM LOCATION GUIDE

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Gilbert Community Center Crossroads District Park Cactus Yards Discovery District Park Freestone District Park Freestone Recreation Center McQueen Park Activity Center McQueen District Park Riparian Preserve at Water Ranch Southeast Regional Library

130 N. Oak St. 2155 E. Knox Rd. 4536 E. Elliot Rd. 2214 E. Pecos Rd. 1045 E. Juniper Rd. 1141 E. Guadalupe Rd. 510 N. Horne St. 490 N. Horne St. 2757 E. Guadalupe Rd. 775 N. Greenfield Rd.

Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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COMMUNITY

and Family Events

MARCH WIGGLE WORM ADVENTURES Every Friday │ 9-11am 5 Years & Under │ $1.50 Res/ $2 Non-Res McQueen Park Activity Center │ 480-503-6294

MOVIE IN THE PARK- FROZEN 2 April 3rd│ 7pm ALL AGES │ FREE Page Park Basin │ 480-503-6290

DOWNTOWN CONCERT SERIES March 12 │ 6:30-8:30pm All Ages │ FREE Water Tower Plaza│ 480-503-6200

WIGGLE WORM ADVENTURES Every Friday │ 9-11am 5 Years & Under │ $1.50 Res/$2 Non-Res McQueen Park Activity Center │ 480-503-6294

STORYTIME WITH BEAR March 13 │ 10am & 10:30am Seating All Ages │ FREE McQueen Park Activity Center │ 480-503-6294

GLOBAL VILLAGE Apr 4 │ 9am-2pm All Ages │ FREE 50 E. Civic Center Dr. │ 480-503-6200

FAMILY NATURE WALK March 14│ 9-10:30am ALL AGES │ FREE Riparian Preserve │ 480-503-6234

DOWNTOWN CONCERT SERIES Apr 9 │ 6:30-8:30pm All Ages │ FREE Water Tower Plaza│ 480-503-6200

KAPOW SUPERHERO RUN March 21 │ 8am-12pm 3+ YEARS │ $20 Freestone Park │ 480-503-6200

STORYTIME WITH BEAR April 10 │ 10am & 10:30am Seatings All Ages │ FREE McQueen Park Activity Center │ 480-503-6294

SAFARI PARTY March 25│12-1pm 6 Years & Under│ $5 McQueen Park Activity Center │ 480-503-6294

FAMILY NATURE WALK April 11│ 9-10:30am ALL AGES │ FREE Riparian Preserve │ 480-503-6234

DOWNTOWN CONCERT SERIES March 26 │ 6:30-8:30pm All Ages │ FREE Water Tower Plaza│ 480-503-6200

EARTH & ARBOR DAY CELEBRATION Apr 22 │ 10am-12pm All Ages │ FREE McQueen Park Activity Center │ 480-503-6294

APRIL SPRING BUNNY HOP April 3 │ 12:30-1:30pm 2-5 YEARS │ $5 Freestone Recreation Center │ 480-503-6202

DOWNTOWN CONCERT SERIES April 23 │ 6:30-8:30pm All Ages │ FREE Water Tower Plaza│ 480-503-6200

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MOVIE IN THE PARK- DORA AND THE LOST CITY OF GOLD April 24│ 7:15pm ALL AGES │ FREE Page Park Basin │ 480-503-6290

MOVIE IN THE PARK- SECRET LIFE OF PETS 2 MAY 8 │ 7:30pm ALL AGES │ FREE Page Park Basin │ 480-503-6290

FAMILY NIGHT HIKE April 24│ 7pm ALL AGES │ FREE Riparian Preserve │ 480-503-6234

MOTHER'S DAY TEA PARTY MAY 9 │ 10am-12pm 4+ YEARS │ $10 Per Person Gilbert Community Center │ 480-503-6290

GILBERT SAFE POOLS DAY LUAU With the Gilbert Fire Department Apr 25 │ 11am-2pm All Ages │ FREE Greenfield Pool│ 480-503-6200

FAMILY NIGHT HIKE May 29│ 7pm ALL AGES │ FREE Riparian Preserve │ 480-503-6234

JUNE

MAY MOMMY AND ME COOKIE DECORATING MAY 2nd │ 9-11am 7+ YEARS │ $50 per couple/ $30 Each Additional Child Gilbert Community Center │ 480-503-6290

MOTHER SON GLOW DANCE June 12 & 13 │ 6:30-8:30pm 2-17 YEARS │ $25 Per Couple/ $5 Each Additional Son Gilbert Community Center │ 480-503-6290

MAY THE FOURTH COOKIE DECORATING MAY 4th │ 4:30-5:30pm 10+ YEARS │ $30 Gilbert Community Center │ 480-503-6290 WIGGLE WORM ADVENTURES Every Friday │ 9-11am 5 Years & Under │ $1.50 Res/ $2 Non-Res McQueen Park Activity Center │ 480-503-6294 DOWNTOWN CONCERT SERIES May 7 │ 6:30-8:30pm All Ages │ FREE Water Tower Plaza│ 480-503-6200 STORYTIME WITH BEAR May 8 │ 10am & 10:30am Seating All Ages │ FREE McQueen Park Activity Center │ 480-503-6294

Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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Spring 2020 Recreation Guide

Community

AND FAMILY EVENTS

Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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Spring 2020 Recreation Guide

Community

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Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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Community AND FAMILY EVENTS

March 7th - 9am-2pm Fishing Hiking Tips Birding Observatory Reptiles-Hands On Wildlife Education Camping Glamping ... and more

Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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Adaptive RECREATION

ADAPTIVE RECREATION OVERVIEW

The Gilbert Parks & Recreation Adaptive Recreation Program strives to provide a comfortable, inviting, educational, and social environment where participants can learn and interact with others. The goal is to provide the best opportunities for participants to enrich their lives.

Adaptive Recreation Classes ADAPTIVE RECREATION PAINT PARTY Come paint along with us! This class will be a social evening filled with fun and paint. When you arrive, we will walk you step-by-step through the process. We provide all the supplies and you get to go home with your very own masterpiece. Light snacks will be served. Participants should be able to follow simple directions. You must register for this class, drop-in not allowed for this class.

14+ YEARS 19827 W 3/25 5:30-6:30pm CC $15 19842 W 4/15 5:30-6:30pm CC $15 19843 W 5/13 5:30-6:30pm CC $15 19844 W 6/17 5:30-6:30pm CC $15 Instructor: Taryn Cantrell ADAPTIVE SWIM LESSONS Our instructors deliver a safe, high quality program to all who come to us. Everyone can learn to safely enjoy the water for exercise or recreation. Inclusion in any of our classes is always an option if it is safe to do so. It isn’t about what you can’t do…it is about what you can do. RA, fibromyalgia, neuropathy, TBI, cerebral palsy, Down syndrome, blindness, paralysis, autism, MS, spina bifida, amputations, stroke, obesity, or whatever physical or developmental disability you are living with. Learning to safely enjoy the water can give you years of enjoyment. The British Swim School’s Adapted Aquatics program offers adapted swim lessons throughout the week, keeping class sizes extremely small with a 2:1 ratio for those who need the attention. We offer a safe, quality program for everyone who wants to learn to swim! A $5 evaluation fee will be collected by the instructor for a required evaluation that will determine your specific needs and goals, and to schedule you for an appropriate class. Private lessons can be arranged per request. Classes may be 1:1, 1:2, or 1:4 ratios depending on results of evaluation. Classes will take place at LA Fitness (LAF) 3625 S. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert AZ 85297.

ALL AGES 19904 SAT 3/21-4/18* 12:30-1pm LAF $125 19905 SAT 4/25-5/16 12:30-1pm LAF $125 Instructor: British Swim School Staff *No Class 4/11

ADAPTIVE ART THROUGH THE AGES Come learn about the masters while becoming a master yourself! Each week, or every other week, we will study a famous artist and recreate one of their most well-known pieces. You will learn new techniques, history and more. From Picasso to Van Gogh to Warhol and Now, YOU! Come have fun while learning and tapping into your creative side! This is an intermediate/ advanced level class. Participants should be able to follow directions and preform most tasks independently or have a provider present. You must register for this class, drop-in not allowed for this class.

18+ YEARS 19903 T 3/31-5/12 4-5:15pm CC $35 Instructor: Taryn Cantrell

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ADAPTIVE COOKIE DECORATING WORKSHOP Would you like to learn to make and decorate your own iced sugar cookies?

Enjoy this cookie decorating workshops and learn to ice like a pro! You will learn to make rolled sugar cookies that don’t spread, your own royal icing and how to decorate your delicious holiday themed creations! Participants should be able to follow simple directions. You must register for this class, drop-in not allowed for this class.

21+ YEARS 20156 F 5/8 4:30-6:30pm CC $30 Instructor: Danielle Johnson BAKING BUDDIES Sweet tooth got you craving some yummy cookies, ooey-gooey brownies, or even a delicious tart? Then this is the class for you! Come learn to create delightful baked goods to enjoy or share with friends and family! Each week Chef Denise will teach you the tips and tricks to getting a perfect bake every time! You will go home with your creations and a recipe to recreate them at home. This class is specifically designed for persons with special needs.

It is not recommended for those with food allergies. Participants should be able to follow simple directions. You must register for this class, drop-in not allowed for this class.

16+ YEARS 19845 M 3/16-5/11* 3-4:15pm CC $50 Instructor: Denise Horn *No Class 4/13

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BEGINNER LEVEL HANDMADE CRAFTS Come have fun with your friends while making a new craft each week. Each handmade craft will be a great keepsake item for yourself or to give as a gift. This class is designed specifically for persons with special needs. This is a Beginner level class, but participants should be able to follow simple directions and perform tasks on their own or must have a provider present.

You must register for this class, drop-in not allowed for this class.

12-21 YEARS 19854 M 3/16-5/11* 4:45-5:45pm CC $40 Instructor: Denise Horn *No Class 4/13 HANDMADE CRAFTS Come have fun with your friends while making a new craft each week. Each handmade craft will be a great keepsake item for yourself or to give as a gift. This class is designed specifically for persons with special needs. This is an intermediate/ advanced level class. Participants should be able to follow directions and preform most tasks independently or have a provider present. You must register for this class, drop-in not allowed for this class.

22+ YEARS 19828 T 3/17-5/12* 4:30-5:30pm CC $40 Instructor: Susan Miller *No Class 4/21 RECREATION BOWLING Individuals with special needs 8 years and older are encouraged to join in the fun of bowling. Taking part in this sport provides individuals the chance to develop physical fitness, self-confidence and build strong relationships.

Those needing extra supervision must provide his/her own aide. Register in advance to guarantee your bowling lane. Practices will be held at Bowlero 1160 S. Gilbert Rd. Register early space is limited! All bowlers must register for this class, drop-in not allowed for this class.

8+YEARS 19855 TH 3/19-5/14 3-4pm Bowlero $50 19830 TH 3/19-5/14 4:15-5:15pm Bowlero $56 Instructor: Gilbert Staff BROADWAY BUDDIES THEATRE CLASS Do you enjoy movies and plays? Have you ever pictured yourself on the big screen or stage? Then this is the class for you! In this class we will learn the basics of acting through the use of games and fun activities. At the end of the session there will be a class showcase. This is a Beginner level class, but participants should be able to follow simple directions and perform tasks on their own, without a provider present. You must register for this class, drop-in not allowed for this class.

18+ YEARS 19852 W 3/25-5/13 3-4pm CC $40 Instructor: Taryn Cantrell DANCE AND TUMBLE Adaptive dance & tumble provides exercise and social opportunities for your athlete. In this class we will have fun exploring movement concepts, developing dance skills, strengthening the body and brain and interacting with others. We will also proceed around an obstacle course focusing on basic tumble skills. Listening skills, social interaction, and building friendships are also a part of this class. This is a Beginner level class, but participants should be able to follow simple directions and perform tasks on their own or must have a provider present. You must register for this class, drop-in not allowed for this class.

14+ YEARS 19853 T 3/31-5/12 4:30-5:30pm CC $35 Instructor: Jenn Myers

SANCHIN-RYU KARATE–ADAPTIVE STUDIES Have fun learning the fundamental movements of SanchinRyu. Benefits include: enhanced balance and coordination, improved motor skills, enhanced communication skills and useful self-defense techniques. Students study in a fun, high-energy, non-competitive environment. Participants must be able to follow simple directions. Please wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict movement.

10+ YEARS 19906 T 3/17-5/12 4:30-5:30pm CC $45 Instructor: Sanchin-Ryu Staff ZUMBA This is a slower paced cardio workout designed for beginners and those with physical limitations. Easy to follow dance steps are set to unique Latin dance music to help maximize caloric output with fun, fat burning movements. This class increases skills in coordination, balance, discipline, memory, and movement. This is a Beginner level class, but participants should be able to follow simple directions and perform tasks on their own or must have a provider present. You must register for this class, drop-in not allowed for this class.

14+ YEARS 19834 M 3/16-5/11* 5-6pm CC $40 Instructor: Michelle Dulansky *No class 4/13

Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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Adaptive Recreation Events FEBRUARY

RENAISSANCE FESTIVAL Join us as we travel back in time to place where there are turkey legs a plenty and the belly laughs are never ending! We will spend the day watching comedy and jousting shows, eating delicious foods, and enjoying the renaissance festivities! Transportation is provided and is limited to 24 passengers. Participants are welcome to join us at The Renaissance Festival once the van is full. Registration is required to receive group pricing.

21+ YEARS 19826 SAT 2/29 9:15am-5pm CC $27

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MOVIE AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER- FROZEN 2 Sit back, relax, and enjoy a movie on the big screen! We will have pizza, popcorn, and drinks! We will be showing Frozen 2 on the big screen inside of the Gilbert Community Center.

12+ YEARS 19835 F 3/27 6:30-8:30pm CC $5 WILDLIFE WORLD ZOO Wildlife World is a zoo, aquarium and safari park all rolled into one! Join us as we watch wildlife encounter shows, feed exotic birds, and see some awesome animals! There are rides for an additional cost. Please bring extra money for lunch. Transportation is provided and is limited to 24 passengers. Registration is required to receive group pricing.

21+ YEARS 19836 SAT 3/7 8am-4pm CC $15

APRIL

KARAOKE It’s here again! Warm up those vocal chords and get those dance moves ready because it’s karaoke time! Enjoy a night of singing, dancing and socializing with your friends. Food and drinks will be served.

12+ YEARS 19829 F 4/17 6-9pm CC $5 BUILD-A-BEAR On this field trip we will go to Build-A-Bear where you can choose a toy to stuff! Give your toy a name and take it with you to their new special home.

After we will go to the food court at the mall to eat lunch. Please bring additional money for lunch. Transportation is provided and is limited to 24 passengers. Registration is required to receive group pricing.

21+ YEARS 19837 F 4/10 10am-3pm CC $25

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GLOW PROM Get ready for a super fun night and be prepared to glow! Wear your brightest white, neon, or something glow-in-the-dark and have fun dancing in the black light with friends! We will have glow face paint, photos, food, and lots of fun! Grab your special friend or meet new friends here and shine bright at this night to remember!

14+ YEARS 19838 F 5/29 6-9pm CC $5 TROLLS WORLD TOUR We will be heading to Flix Brewhouse for lunch and a movie! Exact time is TBA but it will be around lunch time. Please bring extra money for lunch/ snacks. Transportation is provided and is limited to 24 passengers.

Registration is required to receive group pricing.

21+ YEARS 19839 F 5/1 11am-2pm CC $8

JUNE

SPLASHING AND DANCING This special dance is designed specifically for teens and adults with special needs. Join your friends and family in a fun evening of swimming and dancing. Light refreshments will be served. The pool will be closed to the public and lifeguards will be on duty for this special event. This event will be held at the Mesquite Aquatic Center, 100 W. Mesquite Street.

12+ YEARS 19840 F 6/19 6:30-8:30pm CC $5

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BEAUTY AND THE BEAST AT HALE THEATRE Come “be our guest” as we watch the magical story of Beauty and the Beast come to life at Hale Theatre! We will be grabbing dinner before hand at Joes Real BBQ so please bring additional money for that. You must register before 6/11/2020 to be secured a ticket. Transportation is provided and is limited to 24 passengers. Registration is required to receive group pricing.

21+ YEARS 19841 F 6/26 5:30-10:30pm CC $27 WEDNESDAY NIGHT SOCIAL NIGHT Join us once a month as we get together for a social hour with friends! We will play bingo, sing karaoke, play games, and more as we spend some time getting to know each other. The Town of Gilbert will no longer be providing snacks for social nights, please contact the Community Center at 480-5036290 if you would like to donate a snack. FREE!!

Registration is appreciated.

12+YEARS 19621 W 3/11 5:30-6:30pm CC FREE BINGO 19833 W 4/8 5:30-6:30pm CC FREE BINGO 19831 W 5/6 5:30-6:30pm CC FREE BINGO 19832 W 6/10 5:30-6:30pm CC FREE BINGO

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Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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Spring Break ARCHERY CLINIC Enjoy a week of archery during your break. Each day we’ll be earning a different medal by doing fun shooting activities. Put all five medals together and they make a target.

Adults and youth and all shooting levels welcome. Equipment is provided. A $30 supply fee will be collected by the instructor on the first day of the clinic. The Gilbert Archery Range (GAR) is located on the open lot on Freestone Parkway across the street from Freestone Recreation Center.

8+ YEARS 19907 M-F 3/9-3/13 10am-12pm GAR $150 Instructor: Gilbert Archery Staff AZ MERIT TEST PREP (AZM2) These classes are for the three critical grades (3rd, 8th and 10th) to review, learn and get ready for the upcoming tests. These mandatory tests are held state-wide beginning March 30 - April 10. Your child will be doing a lot of prep work at school in class, but if your child is struggling, these might be the big boost he/she will need. You can find out more about the details of the upcoming tests by going to AZED.gov. Students should eat a healthy breakfast/lunch before attending and come ready to listen, take notes and participate in a lot of practice activity. Please bring a few pencils, erasers and a lined notebook to class. For the four-hour math classes please bring a sack lunch. Students may take one, two or all three of these classes. If you have additional questions, please contact Colleen at Test Prep Bootcamp at 602-885-7590.

7-9 YEARS (3RD GRADE) READING/WRITING 19908 M 3/9 10-11:30am SERL $35 MATH 19909 M 3/9 11:30am-1pm SERL $35 13-14 YEARS (8TH GRADE) READING/WRITING 19910 M 3/9 1:30-3pm SERL $35 MATH 19911 M 3/9 3-4:30pm SERL $35 15-16 YEARS (10TH GRADE) READING/WRITING 19912 T 3/10 2:30-4:30pm SERL $48 MATH ALGEBRA 1A 19913 T 3/10 10am-2pm SERL $84 MATH ALGEBRA 1B 19914 W 3/11 10am-2pm SERL $84 MATH GEOMETRY 19915 TH 3/12 10am-2pm SERL $84 Instructor: Test Prep Boot Camp Staff

CAMPS

GOLF 3-DAY SPRING BREAK CAMP Coach Mike Arrigoni, PGA Professional will provide instruction, perfect for both the true beginner and newly intermediate level golfer. Players will develop a proper pre-shot routine and jump right into making full swings and hitting golf balls. The goal is to finish this session knowing how to practice and ready to tackle the golf course. Rules, etiquette and golf course management will be taught accordingly. Closed toe shoes are required. Western Skies Golf Club is located at 1245 E. Warner Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85296.

Day 1 Pre-shot fundamentals and basic swing shape Day 2 Chipping and Putting Day 3 Driver Swing 4-17 YEARS 19917 T-TH 3/10-3/12 9-10am WS $105 Instructor: Mike Arrigoni, PGA MORALS & MANNERS CAMP Manners, values, self-respect, leadership, honesty, courage, responsibility, charm and etiquette are all learned behaviors that we cannot take for granted children are learning. Basic lessons in table manners, social skills, personal grooming, honesty, friendship and more. This camp will build esteem and provide the valuable social skills that train your child to be a young lady or gentleman. A one-time material fee of $8 will be collected by the instructor on the first day of class.

5-7 YEARS 19918 M-F 3/9-3/13 10-11am MPAC $69 Instructor: Arizona Academy of Charm Staff

CHARACTER, CHARM, ETIQUETTE & LEADERSHIP CAMP Charm and etiquette, character, leadership, poise, social skills, manners, values, self-respect, are all behaviors important to healthy social and emotional growth.

Your child is instructed in behaviors that demonstrate these values along with specific lessons in table manners, social skills, telephone etiquette and more.

This course will build esteem and provide an advantage in valuable social skills. A one-time material fee of $15 will be collected by the instructor on the first day of class.

8-12 YEARS 19916 M-F 3/9-3/13 9:30-11am MPAC $89 Instructor: Arizona Academy of Charm Staff

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Spring Break CAMPS

MY MUSIC WORKSHOP CAMP My Music Workshop Camp is a fun and educational music class for children.

Students will learn advanced musical concepts such as music theory, rhythm, singing, intro to piano and much more in an entertaining and engaging way.

Children especially love playing REAL instruments in every class!

3-5 YEARS 19919 M-F 3/9-3/13 9-10am MPAC $100 6-8 YEARS 19920 M-F 3/9-3/13 10:15-11:45am MPAC $150 Instructor: My Music Workshop Staff SNAPOLOGY MILITARY PATRIOTS CAMP By exploring the Army, Navy, Air Force, Marines, and Coast Guard, your child will become a Snapology patriot as they build their training camp, Navy flags, design their own Air Force jet, Coast Guard boats, and more. Be all you can be with Snapology!

5-13 YEARS 19921 M-F 3/9-3/13 9am-12pm MPAC $150 Instructor: Snapology Staff TENNIS SPRING BREAK ALL STARS CAMP For juniors who have very little exposure to tennis. We use low pressure tennis balls making it easier to learn. Major emphasis will be placed on the basics of stroke production, playing games, learning sportsmanship, meeting friends and lot of fun with music. Please bring your favorite tennis racquet to class. This camp will take place at the Freestone Park tennis courts.

10-14 YEARS 19922 M-TH 3/9-3/12 10-11am FPARK $60 Instructor: Brett Hall TENNIS SPRING BREAK FUTURE STARS CAMP For juniors who have very little exposure to tennis. Major emphasis will be placed on the basics of stroke production, playing games, learning sportsmanship, meeting friends and lots of fun with music. Please bring your favorite tennis racquet. This camp will take place at the Freestone Park tennis courts.

7-9 YEARS 19923 M-TH 3/9-3/12 9-10am FPARK $60 Instructor: Brett Hall VIDEO GAME DESIGN SPRING CAMP Learn how to code and make your own video game!

Learn real code with professional software and amaze your family and friends with the video games you will make! What you will learn: Python and Javascriptlike code, programming syntax, Boolean logic, “if” statements, loops, what functions are, what variables are, and much more! Computers are provided.

7-11 YEARS 20166 M-F 3/9-3/13 9am-12pm SERL $150 12-14 YEARS 20167 M-F 3/9-3/13 1-4pm SERL $150 Instructor: Engineer Success Staff

Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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Parent/Tot CLASSES 0-6 YEARS

Our Parent/Tot Classes are designed to encourage both parent and child participation through instructor led activities. With you by their side, children will experience skills in sharing, listening and following directions.

Classes are recommended for the first time participants and those that aren’t quite ready to leave your side. This is a great opportunity to spend quality time with your child.

Arts & Crafts

**ABC ART-PARENT/TOT** Learn about all the letters of the alphabet through fun crafts and activities to make your very own ABC Book to keep! Students will learn 2-3 letters a week and transform each letter into a special creation.

2-3 ½ YEARS 19731 F 3/20-5/15* 9-9:45am CC $50 Instructor: Lori Finto*No class 4/10 **MESSY MONSTERS-PARENT/TOT** Bring your toddler in for a messy art experience designed just for them!

Shaving cream, paint and play-dough projects will engage your child's senses while they have a messy good time. This class will end with group circle time to allow for an interactive experience to help your little one grow and develop through song, chants, play and stories. Come explore the amazing world of art and leave the clean up to us! Dress down for a messy time!

1 ½-3 YEARS 19993 F 3/20-5/15* 10:15-11am MPAC $46 Instructor: Lissa Coari *No class 4/10 **SQUISHY, MESSY, STICKY ART-PARENT/TOT** Dress down cause you're gonna get MESSY using slime, paints, play dough, shaving cream and much, much more! Art teaches critical thinking, selfexpression, problem solving, individuality, creativity and self-esteem.

Your child will express themselves through finger painting, sponge art and more! Come explore the amazing world of art and leave the clean up to us!

Dress down for a messy time!

2-5 YEARS 19994 F 3/20-5/15* 9:15-10am MPAC $46 Instructor: Lissa Coari *No class 4/10

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Dance/Cheer **DANCE STARS-PARENT/TOT** Where Every Dancer is a Star! With Dance Stars, our dancers learn the fundamentals of ballet, jazz, and hip-hop while developing grace, coordination, balance, and poise. By inspiring a passion for dance, our imaginative and engaging classes will create twirling, self-expressive machines! PLUS – your families will get to experience a recital performance at the end of the session, so they can see all that their dancer is learning.

Recital participation is optional, there is a $30 recital costume fee for recital participants.

2-3 YEARS 19925 TH 3/19-5/14 9:30-10am SERL $65 Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Staff **PARENT & ME DANCE-PARENT/TOT** This fun class is designed for Mamas or Dads with babies 3-18 months (or as long as baby is comfortable being worn) and will give you a great cardio workout while providing the opportunity to bond with your little. No dance experience necessary! This class takes place at Modern Milk Gilbert (MMG) located at 3244 E. Guadalupe Rd. Ste. 106, Gilbert, AZ 85233.

BABY WEARING AGE 19932 T 3/17-5/5 10:30-11:15am MMG $60 Instructor: Modern Milk Staff **WIGGLES & GIGGLES-PARENT/TOT** Set to age appropriate music, Wiggles and Giggles is an exhilarating 45-minute class that combines dance, creative movement and tumbling in a professional dance studio. Student is responsible for providing own dance wear and dance shoes specific to the dance style being taught. Desert Star Dance (DSD) is located at 1020 E. Ray Rd. Suite 7 Chandler 85225.

1 ½-3 YEARS 19933 SAT 3/21-5/16 9-9:45am DSD $99 Instructor: Desert Star Dance Staff

Enrichment **GREAT START FOR BIG KIDS-PARENT/TOT** The first day of preschool can be overwhelming. This introductory big kid’s class can help your munchkin transition to a social and learning environment with you right by their side! Great Start provides a social and play based foundation to help achieve those early educational milestones.

Together we’ll explore letters, numbers, shapes and colors through math, music, science, crafts and playtime. Each class will unwind with a story or two. Let us be your big kid’s guide to a successful education!

2-3 YEARS 19995 T/TH 3/17-5/14 9-9:45am MPAC $98 Instructor: Lissa Coari

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**HEAD OVER HEELS GYMNASTICS-PARENT/TOT** Parents will learn to assist their little gymnast through warm-ups and stretching before jumping, climbing, crawling and rolling on our kidfriendly gymnastics equipment. Children are encouraged to explore the world of movement using mats and balance beams to build strength, balance and coordination. Focus on hand to eye coordination using bean bags, balls, buckets and hoops. Your kid will flip for this class!

2-3 YEARS 19997 M 3/16-5/11* 9:50-10:30am MPAC $42 Instructor: Michelle Dulansky *No class 4/13

Health & Fitness

**BABY & MAMA YOGA-PARENT TOT** Baby and Mama Yoga is a great way to take time for yourself and connect with your baby in a relaxed, safe environment. Yoga poses will help mamas rebuild strength and flexibility, as well as, soothe muscles from nursing and caring for your baby. Great opportunity to connect with other mamas who can share similar experiences as you! Recommended for mamas 6 weeks following birth with doctor’s approval and for babies from 6 weeks to precrawling. All levels welcome. Bring yoga mat, blanket and quiet toys for baby. Breastfeeding is welcome and supported.

6 WEEKS-8 MONTHS 20004 T 3/17-5/12 9-10am MPAC $49 Instructor: Jen Berg **LITTLE LEARNERS-PARENT/TOT** You are your child’s first teacher! Come join the fun and spend some quality time with your child as—together—we make learning exciting! Children will learn through “play with a purpose” how to share and work together to problem-solve as well as preschool skills such as colors, shapes, sorting, matching, counting, and beyond. . It’s a great opportunity for students to interact with each other, but with the comfort of having a grown-up close by.

2-3 ½ YEARS 19732 M 3/16-5/11* 9-9:45am CC $50 19733 F 3/20-5/15* 10-10:45am CC $50 Instructor: Lori FInto *No Class 4/10 & 4/13

Gymnastics & Movement **FUN & FITNESS-PARENT/TOT** Get a fun workout with your little one using basic body movement and gross motor skills. Gain strength, flexibility and balance by crawling up, down, over and through mats, parachutes, hoops and more! Take a walk back to your own childhood by participating in some of the classic children songs and nursery rhymes. Class is wildly interactive with you by their side!

1 ½-3 YEARS 19996 M 3/16-5/11* 9-9:40am MPAC $42 Instructor: Michelle Dulansky *No class 4/13

**BABY YOGA-PARENT/TOT** Parent & Me Baby Yoga is the perfect way to practice yoga with your baby.

This class allows you to enjoy yoga, introduces baby to the practice and promotes parent and baby bonding. It's also a great way to meet other parents! This class takes place at Modern Milk Gilbert (MMG) located at 3244 E. Guadalupe Rd. Ste. 106, Gilbert, AZ 85233.

2 WEEKS-PRE-CRAWLERS 19930 TH 3/19-5/7 10:30-11:20am MMG $60 Instructor: Modern Milk Staff **FITNESS STARS-PARENT/TOT** Where Fitness Meets Fun! It is a fun, action-packed fitness class where kids learn strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and how healthy foods fuel their bodies. Watch your kids develop focus and gain self-control from physical activity that will help with school and sports readiness and skyrocket them to their next milestone…all while making friends and having FUN! 2-3 YEARS 19926 T 3/17-5/12 9:30-10am SERL $65 19927 W 3/18-5/13 9:30-10am MPAC $65 Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Staff **MOVERS YOGA-PARENT/TOT** Parent & Me Movers Yoga is the perfect way to introduce yoga to your little one! We will playfully explore yoga poses & practice fun breathing techniques, allowing your child to be as involved as they want. Prepare to be silly, move your body, and laugh with your child, as they learn yoga from the best teacher - you! This class takes place at Modern Milk Gilbert (MMG) located at 3244 E. Guadalupe Rd. Ste. 106, Gilbert, AZ 85233.

CRAWLERS-2 ½ YEARS 19931 TH 3/19-5/7 9:30-10:10am MMG $60 Instructor: Modern Milk Staff

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**YOGA STARS-PARENT/TOT** Stretching Little Bodies and Growing Strong Minds! With our engaging weekly sessions, our Stars explore simple yoga poses with songs, props, and stories. Our creative curriculum will have your Yoga Stars increasing their endurance, concentration, and confidence!

2-3 YEARS 19929 TH 3/19-5/14 4-4:30pm MPAC $65 Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Staff **ZUMBINI®** Moving, grooving and growing for mom (or dad) and me. Created by Zumba® and BabyFirst for kids ages 0-4, the Zumbini® program combines music, dance and educational tools for 45 minutes of can’t stop, won’t stop, bonding, learning and fun! Silliness and wacky dance moves are required – but highly, highly encouraged. Give your little one a healthier, happier, more enjoyable start. A $35 per family supply fee will be charged on the first day of class. Supply fee will cover course book, CD and accompanying plush toy.

0-4 YEARS 19898 F 3/20-5/15* 10:15-11am FRC $37 Instructor: Michelle Dulansky *No class 4/3 & 4/10

Martial Arts

**SANCHIN-RYU KARATE-PARENT/TOT** Both parent and tot can have fun together learning the fundamental movements of Sanchin-Ryu, an artistic form of self-defense designed in a way, that size, strength, age or athletic ability are not factors in defending one’s self.

Personal benefits include: enhanced balance, coordination and improved motor-skills.

3 ½ -6 YEARS 19934 F 3/20-5/15* 5:30-6:30pm FRC $40 Instructor: Sanchin-Ryu Staff *No class 4/10

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**MELODIES FOR US -PARENT/TOT** In this parent-tot music-filled class, children are exposed to a variety of sounds and musical instruments to play. Weekly themes use a wide variety of instruments and musical experiences to help promote cognitive, motor, communication, and emotional/social development. Research demonstrates early exposure to structured music opportunities promotes increased comprehension, learning and cognitive development throughout life.

1 MONTH-5 YEARS 19935 M 3/23-5/11* 9-9:45am CC $77 19936 M 3/23-5/11* 10-10:45am CC $77 Instructor: Higher Octave Healing Staff *No class 4/13 **MUSIC STARS-PARENT/TOT** It’s Tones of Fun! Through Music Stars, our Stars will learn how to play a variety of instruments including the tambourines, maracas, rhythm sticks, and triangle. Our fun and engaging activities are designed to help stretch their imaginations as they learn about music style, tone, melody, and harmony.

2-3 YEARS 19928 M 3/16-5/11* 4-4:30pm SERL $60 Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Staff *No class 4/13

Sports **ALL STAR SPORTS-PARENT/TOT** Where Little Athletes Become Big Stars. Our high-energy coaches help our All-Stars develop the skills and confidence to succeed in each sport in a non-competitive atmosphere. We know teaching teamwork and confidence creates a safe environment for your child to excel.

2-3 YEARS 19924 M 3/16—5/11* 10-10:30am MPAC $60 Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Staff *No class 4/13 alphabet through fun crafts, songs, and activities. Students will learn 2-3

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BEGINNERS EDGE SPORTS TRAINING CLASSES Beginners Edge Youth Sports Training Programs bring your player into the world of sports by teaching the sports skills they will need to get them ready to compete. Our fun training program is built to engage and excite them through multiple sessions of learning. Join the B.E.S.T. Team today and support the only non-franchise, locally owned and operated sports program here in AZ. **4-SPORT MULTI-SPORT BY B.E.S.T.-PARENT/TOT** Our industry-leading 4-Sport program brings: Soccer, Baseball/Softball, Basketball and Track. Our goal and focus is to maintain an energetic & highly active program that will teach, encourage and advance your young players regardless of their skill level and in a non-competitive setting.

Please bring an age-appropriate soccer ball for the first week. A batting tee and a basketball will be needed later in the session. These classes will take place on the grassy area in front of Freestone Recreation Center.

2-4 YEARS 19937 W 3/18-5/13* 4-4:45pm FRC $98 19938 SAT 3/21-5/16* 10:35-11:20am FRC $98 19939 SUN 3/22-5/17* 11:40am-12:25pm FRC $98 Instructor: B.E.S.T. Staff *No class 4/8, 4/11 & 4/12 **SOCCER SKILLS & FUN WITH B.E.S.T.-PARENT/TOT** B.E.S.T. Sports industry-leading weekly soccer class will teach your kids the skills of soccer by offering activities such as: dribbling, kicking, throwins, goalie skills, (age permitting: scrimmaging) and more! Our goal and focus is to maintain an energetic & highly active program that will teach, encourage and advance your young players regardless of their skill level in a non-competitive setting. Please bring an age appropriate soccer ball with your child's name on it, a water bottle and lots of energy! These classes will take place on the grassy area in front of Freestone Recreation Center.

1 ½-2 YEARS 19940 SAT 3/21-5/16* 9-9:45am FRC $98 19941 SUN 3/22-5/17* 10-10:45am FRC $98 2-4 YEARS 19942 F 3/20-5/15* 4-4:45pm FRC $98 Instructor: B.E.S.T. Staff *No class 4/10, 4/11 & 4/12 **MY FIRST SPORTS CLASS-PARENT/TOT** Together, you and your child will have fun learning the basics of various sports such as t-ball, soccer and basketball while developing large motor skills and coordination. Emphasis is on learning to follow directions, take turns, develop coordination and promote self-esteem. Participants must wear tennis shoes.

2-3 YEARS 20005 TH 3/19-5/14 10:45-11:30am MPAC $47 Instructor: Betsy Vacco

**TADPOLE SWIMBOREE-PARENT/TOT** Indoor water acclimation classes for infants and toddlers to introduce them to the water for the first time, reducing their fear and the potential of tears. We’ll introduce an assisted back float and submersion in this level. As your child progresses, we will work on survival skills. You should expect a lot of songs and splashing in this class while your child freely and independently explores the water environment. You and your child will learn together in the water.

These classes will take place at LA Fitness (LAF) 3625 S. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert AZ 85297.

3 MONTHS-3 YEARS 19943 F 3/20-4/10 4-4:30pm LAF $125 19944 F 4/24-5/15 4-4:30pm LAF $125 Instructor: British Swim School Staff

Tumbling and movement **BABIES IN MOTION-PARENT/TOT** Little ones will explore by climbing up, down, under and over on child friendly equipment. This class gives your child the opportunity to express themselves through creative play to gain balance, coordination and social interaction.

Music and props are incorporated to give your little one a jumping good time!

1-2 YEARS 10515 M 3/16-5/11* 9-9:45am CC $42 Instructor: TBA*No Class 4/13 **BABIES IN MOTION-PARENT/TOT INCLUDING SIBLINGS** This class is an extension of the Babies in Motion class but with siblings in mind! Bring your toddler and your infant to this class to explore by climbing up, down, under and over on child friendly equipment. Your toddler will learn to express themselves through creative play to gain balance, coordination and social interaction, and your infant will have a blast watching, learning from and mimicking their older sibling. Music and props are incorporated to give your little one a jumping good time! Only toddler needs to register for class. Sibling must be 12 months or younger to be in classroom with registered toddler.

0-2 YEARS 19736 M 3/16-5/11* 11-11:45am CC $42 Instructor: TBA*No Class 4/13 **TODDLERS IN MOTION-PARENT/TOT** Get a fun workout with your little one using basic body movement and gross motor skills. Gain strength, flexibility and balance crawling up, down, over and through mats, parachutes, hoops and more! Take a walk back to your own childhood by participating in some of the classic children songs and nursery rhymes. Class is wildly interactive with you by their side!

18MO-2 YEARS 19738 M 3/16-5/11* 10-10:45am CC $42 Instructor: TBA*No Class 4/13

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Our Early Childhood classes are designed to encourage participation through instructor led activities. Your child will learn skills in sharing, listening and following directions. This is a time for peer socialization, purposeful play and teamwork to improve their cognitive, emotional and physical well-being. From first time participants to ongoing participants, we want this to be a fun, exciting experience for your little one. We don't force them to interact, yet we encourage them to work at their own pace. We hope to build their communication skills that will allow them to interact with their peers and instructor. This is a great opportunity for our Parks & Recreation staff to spend quality time with your child and enhance their learning that will carry them through life! Enjoy!

Arts & Crafts AMAZING ART Your little artist will have the opportunity to use different media such as paint and clay to create a work of art. In each class, students will learn about different artists and then create a masterpiece of their own replicating the artist style.

4-7 YEARS 19864 F 3/20-5/8* 11-11:45am FRC $45 Instructor: Isabel Sesmas *No class 4/10 LET’S CREATE MUSIC! Get ready to learn about musical instruments through art and hands-on play! We’ll create our very own instruments then explore rhythm and pace while we march behind the conductor. Your little maestro will be introduced to basic music terminology while listening and playing with their homemade instruments. Introducing art & music at an early age will benefit language development, fine-motor skills and the ability to follow instructions. Come join the fun and create some noise with us! Additional music related crafts and games may be incorporate to round out the fun!

3-6 YEARS 20006 W 3/18-5/13 11-11:45am MPAC $51 Instructor: Lissa Coari SUPER SPRING TIME FUN All the fun of Spring packed into one SUPER class! Come do Spring time crafts, activities, science experiments and more! This class will be creative and educational, and a great way to help teach social skills!

3 ½ -6 YEARS 19811 W 3/18-5/13 10-10:45 CC $55 Insturctor: Lori Finto

Cooking BOOKS & BITES Connect some of your favorite books to meals you love as we recreate some of your favorite book characters favorite foods! We will explore books such as “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie, “Dragons Love Tacos”, and Eric Carle’s “Pancakes, Pancakes”. Recipes will be shared to recreate at home. Not recommended for children with food allergies.

3-6 YEARS 20007 M 3/16-5/11* 10:30-11:15am MPAC $60 Instructor: Rachael Litwiller *No class 4/13 COOKING 101 FOR KIDS Calling all culinary enthusiasts! Let us teach your child the basics of baking and cooking. Each week will focus on a different course such as an appetizer, main dish, breakfast item or dessert. Class emphasizes group instruction, following directions, taking turns and kitchen safety.

Recipes will be given out to recreate at home. Get ready to taste some amazing foods! Bring a storage container to transport food from class.

Not recommended for children with food allergies.

3-6 YEARS 20008 F 3/20-5/15* 11:45am-12:30pmMPAC $55 Instructor: Lissa Coari *No class 4/10 20009 F 3/27-5/15* 3-3:45pm MPAC $55 Instructor: Jenn Myers *No class 4/10 COOKING FROM THE FARM Explore how different fruits and vegetables are grown on the farm and learn how to utilize these ingredients in breakfast, lunch and dinner meals. Enjoy creating recipes that are simple and delicious that may even inspire your little ones to try new healthy foods. Recipes will be shared to recreate as well as seeds provided to grow your own fruits and vegetables at home! Not recommended for children with food allergies.

3 ½-6 YEARS 20010 T 3/17-5/12 4:15-5pm MPAC $60 Instructor: Rachael Litwiller

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CRAZY CHEFS MUNCH, CRUNCH, and CHEW, this is absolutely the right class for YOU! We will bake, mix and blend a variety of delicious snacks that you're sure to enjoy! Simple ingredients will allow you to prepare your own snacks that will absolutely amaze your family and friends! Receive a complimentary cookbook with all our recipes. Not recommended for children with food allergies. *This is NOT a parent tot class. Participants must be minimum age by the first day of class.* *2 ½-4 YEARS* 20011 W 3/25-5/13 10-10:50am MPAC $60 3 ½-6 YEARS 20012 W 3/25-5/13 11-11:50am MPAC $60 Instructor: Cathy Gomez CREATIVE CUPCAKE DECORATING Learn how to prepare and decorate a basic cupcake using frosting, candies and a plethora of edible items beyond your wildest imagination. Howto instructions provided each week to recreate at home. Enjoy making cupcakes in fun, seasonal themes! Bring a storage container to transport food from class. Not recommended for children with food allergies.

3-6 YEARS 20014 M 3/16-5/11* 11:30-12:15pm MPAC $60 Instructor: Rachael Litwiller *No class 4/13 DELECTABLE DESSERTS Each week, your little baker will mix, whisk, stir and whip up a delicious dessert! They’ll be introduced to making cookies, cupcakes and other delectable desserts using simple ingredients and easy techniques that are sure to tickle their taste buds. We’ll lay the groundwork and practice food and kitchen safety in this class as well. Recipes will be shared to allow your kiddo to recreate at home. Bring a storage container to transport food from class. Not recommended for children with food allergies.

3-6 YEARS 20015 F 3/20-5/15* 1-1:45pm MPAC $60 Instructor: Lissa Coari *No class 4/10

Dance/Cheer BABY BALLERINAS This ballet class is designed especially for the very young dancer. We will be using props, imagery and costumes during this class. This is NOT a Parent/ Tot class. Participant must be minimum age by the first day of class.

2-3 ½ YEARS 19782 T 3/17-5/12 11:15-11:45am CC $36 19783 W 3/18-5/13 10:15-10:45am CC $36 19784 TH 3/19-5/14 10:30-11am CC $36 Instructor: Jennifer Gallamore BABY BALLERINAS II This class is for students that have completed at least one class of Baby Ballerinas and are ready to progress their technique. This ballet class is designed especially for the very young dancers. We will be using props, imagery and costumes during this class. This is NOT a Parent/Tot class.

Participant must be minimum age by the first day of class.

2 ½-3 ½ YEARS 19785 W 3/18-5/13 9:30-10am CC $36 Instructor: Jennifer Gallamore

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BALLET BUTTERFLY GARDEN Learn ballet technique in our enchanting butterfly garden. Our imaginations will blossom as we dance with Plie the Poppy, Tendu the Tulip, Rainbows, Buzzing Bees, Coupe the Cricket, and Ballet Butterflies. Students must have completed a ballet class before enrolling in Ballet Butterfly Garden.

Participant must be minimum age by the first day of class.

3-5 YEARS 19825 TH 3/19-5/14 9:30-10:15am CC $47 Instructor: Jennifer Gallamore BALLET/TAP This ballet/tap class is perfect for children with no previous dance experience or those who would benefit from a second introduction course.

You child will work on basic ballet and tap techniques through dances, games and fun activities.

3-5 YEARS 19867 T 3/24-5/12 4:30-5:15pm FRC $42 Instructor: Miss Ty BEAUTIFUL BALLERINAS Beautiful Ballerinas is the place to be, you will learn basic ballet moves and routines using fanciful music. This class will encourage listening skills, following directions, positive self-image and cooperating with others. Ballet shoes and dancewear is recommended. Participants must be minimum age by the first day of class.

3-5 YEARS 19786 W 3/18-5/13 9-9:45am CC $47 19787 F 3/20-5/15* 9-9:45am CC $42 Instructor: Jennifer Myers *No Class 4/10 CHEER, CHANTS & TUMBLE The girls on this squad will learn basic cheer, tumbling, simple chants, kicks, dances and jumps set to age appropriate music. Skills are broken down into easy to follow steps, which will be put together into a short, fun routine to be performed at the end of the session. “Give me a C-H-E-E-R, C-H-A-N-T-S & T-U-M-B-L-E, what’s that spell?”...FUN! 3 ½-6 YEARS 20128 M 3/16-5/11* 4:30-5:15pm MPAC $42 Instructor: Rachael Litwiller *No Class 4/13 DANCE STARS Where Every Dancer is a Star! With Dance Stars, our dancers learn the fundamentals of ballet, jazz, and hip-hop while developing grace, coordination, balance, and poise. By inspiring a passion for dance, our imaginative and engaging classes will create twirling, self-expressive machines! PLUS – your families will get to experience a recital performance at the end of the session, so they can see all that their dancer is learning.

Recital participation is optional, there is a $30 recital costume fee for recital participants.

4-6 YEARS 19948 TH 3/19-5/14 10:10-10:40am SERL $65 Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Staff

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DRESS UP & DANCE Set to age appropriate music, our Preschool dancer class is designed to encourage a love for dance while building coordination and physical fitness. Dress Up and Dance consists of tap, jazz, ballet and creative movement perfect for your tiny dancer. Student is responsible for providing own dance wear and dance shoes specific to the dance style being taught. Desert Star Dance (DSD) is located at 1020 E. Ray Rd. Suite 7 Chandler 85225.

3-4 YEARS 19953 F 3/20-5/15 4-5pm DSD $108 Instructor: Desert Star Dance Staff FAIRYTALE BALLET The magical journey begins here. Fairytale Ballet offers beginning exploration into classical ballet that incorporates costumes, props, and music into each class. Ballet shoes recommended. Costumes and props will be provided.

3-5 YEARS 19795 T 3/17-5/12 3:30-4:15pm CC $47 Instructor: Chloe Davis 20016 W 3/18-5/13* 10:45-11:30am MPAC $42 Instructor: Rachael Litwiller *No Class 4/22 FUN WITH MOVEMENT This class is prefect for kiddos who want to enjoy dance and games while working on coordination, rhythm and basic social skills. Rather than focusing on technique this class is designed to encourage creative movement and imagination.

3-6 YEARS 19871 T 3/24-5/12 3:30-4:15pm FRC $42 Instructor: Miss Ty

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JAZZY DANCERS What's all that jazz about? If your little one loves dancing, this snazzy intro to jazz is the perfect class! Dancers will learn fancy footwork, leaps, and turns in a fun and engaging way.

3 ½ -5 YEARS 19798 T 3/17-5/12 2:30-3:15pm CC $47 20157 TH 3/19-5/14 3:45-4:30pm CC $47 Instructor: Chloe Davis 5-8 YEARS 19875 T 3/24-5/12 5:30-6:15pm FRC $42 Instructor: Miss Ty

SUPER HERO HIP HOP DANCE This one is for boys and girls who love to dance and dress up like a superhero. We will begin each class with a super-hero story and learn to dance.

This introduction to hip hop focuses on rhythm and basic footwork taught at an easy to follow, comfortable pace using games and movement. Class taught to upbeat, age appropriate music. Tennis shoes and comfortable clothes are recommended.

3 ½-6 YEARS 19812 W 3/18-5/13 11-11:45am CC $47 19813 F 3/20-5/15* 11-11:45am CC $42 Instructor: Jennifer Myers *No Class 4/10

PIP SQUEAK HIP HOP Does your little pip squeak love to dance and move? This introduction to hip hop focuses on rhythm and basic footwork taught at an easy to follow, comfortable pace using games and movement. This class is taught to age appropriate music and is a great way to get up and get funky! Tennis shoes and comfortable clothes are recommended.

4-7 YEARS 19884 W 3/18-5/13 5-5:45pm FRC $47 Instructor: Jenn Myers

TAP, BALLET & TUMBLE Participant will learn tap, ballet & Tumbling at the most basic level. This class is designed to develop motor skills, coordination and self-esteem. Tap and Ballet shoes are recommended but not required.

3-6 YEARS 20020 TH 3/19-5/14 12-12:45pm MPAC $47 Instructor: Michelle Dulansky 4-7 YEARS 19887 W 3/18-5/13 4-4:45pm FRC $47 Instructor: Jenn Myers

PRESCHOOL BALLET A beautiful beginning to ballet...magical costumes, enchanting props, and enlightening music that encourages creativity and imagination to make learning ballet magical. Classes including traditional barre warm ups, center work, and moving across the floor while learning ballet terminology.

Participant must be minimum age by the first day of class.

3-5 YEARS 19807 T 3/17-5/12 12-12:45pm CC $47 Instructor: Jennifer Gallamore PRESCHOOL BALLET II This is a continuation class from preschool Ballet. Student must have already taken Preschool Ballet. A beautiful beginning to ballet, magical costumes, enchanting props, and enlightening music that encourages creativity and imagination to make learning ballet magical. Classes including traditional barre warm ups, center work, and moving across the floor while learning ballet terminology.

3 ½-6 YEARS 19808 T 3/17-5/12 1-1:45pm CC $47 Instructor: Jennifer Gallamore

TINKERBELL BALLET Every week your little 'Tinkerbell' will tip toe into a world of imagination!

Basic ballet steps will be taught to help build coordination, rhythm and vocabulary. Costumes, props and fairytales will be incorporated to create a magical environment for enhancing your Tinkerbell's physical, emotional and social well-being. Ballet shoes recommended but not required. *This is NOT a Parent Tot class. Participants must be minimum age by the first day of class.* *2-3 YEARS* 20022 T 3/17-5/12 10:15-10:55am MPAC $47 Instructor: Michelle Dulansky 3 ½-6 YEARS 20023 F 3/27-5/15* 2-2:45pm MPAC $37 Instructor: Jenn Myers *No class 4/10

PRINCESS STORYTIME DANCE Do you love to swirl and twirl like a princess? We will begin each class with a story and learn to dance like a real princess! Each week a new princess will teach the class ballet moves and at the end of the session there will be a recital where you can wear your favorite princess dress!

3-5 YEARS 19809 W 3/18-5/13 10-10:45am CC $47 19810 F 3/20-5/15* 10-10:45am CC $42 Instructor: Jennifer Myers *No class 4/10

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Enrichment

ADVANCED KINDERGARTEN READINESS Give your kids a head start by enrolling them in Advanced Preschool.

This is an advance class which will help develop core skills needed for academic success. Coursework includes; recognizing and writing letters and numbers, introduction to basic site words, colors and shapes. Each class includes reading and discussion groups to help develop each child's love for reading and key listening and comprehension skills. Children will learn basic academic skills to succeed in Kindergarten. This class is designed to be progressive, building off of the previous session. Participants must be the minimum age by the first day of class.

4 ½-6 YEARS 20131 T/TH 3/17-5/14 9-12pm SERL $270 Instructor: Rita Emrick ADVENTURE TOTS Your first time 'student' will experience an array of preschool activities. Join us on an adventure of colors, shapes, letters and numbers to build basic skills in preparation for kindergarten. Activities include learning centers, arts and crafts, music and physical activity. Special theme days will be included to enhance learning. *This is NOT a Parent Tot class. Participants must be minimum age by the first day of class.* *2-3 YEARS* 20024 M/W 3/16-5/13* 9-9:45am MPAC $93 20025 M/W 3/16-5/13* 10-10:45am MPAC $93 Instructor: Lissa Coari *No class 4/13 ADVENTURES IN LEARNING Prepare your child for the adventure of a lifetime; kindergarten! Your little one will learn the basics of reading and writing that will encourage success for years to come. This class will incorporate hands-on manipulatives that will develop cognitive & motor skills, math by counting, sorting & grouping and creative play to encourage individuality, creativity & success! Snacks provided. Participants must be minimum age by the first day of class.

3 ½-6 YEARS 20026 T/TH 3/17-5/14 9am-12pm MPAC $280 Instructor: Jessica Butler ANIMAL CRACKERZ Check out this amazing program that incorporates reading, writing, math, science, art and music, along with social development in a fun, handson fashion. Using the Animated Alphabet curriculum, your child will be introduced to fun and friendly characters as they develop their letter recognition, vocabulary and fine motor skills. We'll develop the whole child in a fun and exciting way. Participants must be minimum age by the first day of class.

3 ½-6 YEARS 20027 M/W 3/16-5/13* 9am-12pm MPAC $265 20028 T/TH 3/19-5/14* 9am-12pm MPAC $250 Instructor: Debbie Johnston *No class 4/13 & 4/14 BEGINNING SPANISH FOR KIDS Students will be taught Spanish through read-aloud, songs and art activities.

Students will learn colors, shapes, days of the week and more in Spanish.

Kids will enjoy developing their Spanish skills in a fun and creative way.

4-7 YEARS 19868 F 3/20-5/8* 9-9:45am FRC $45 Instructor: Isabel Sesmas *No class 4/10

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BIZZY BEEZ & 1,2,3’s Buzz on in for this adventure-filled class! We'll surely bee super bizzy learning colors, shapes, letters, sounds, sorting, matching and counting; in Spanish too! Crafts, songs, story time and dancing are some added extras!

Let me help your child prepare for their new adventure into kindergarten.

Snacks provided. Participants must be minimum age by the first day of class.

3-5 YEARS 20029 T/TH 3/24-5/14 10am-12pm MPAC $170 Instructor: Cathy Gomez CAMP READ-A-LOT At each one-hour weekly camp session we will go on a reading adventure focused on a different book, experiencing the story through a read aloud together, songs, games and projects. The setting will be a simulated camp environment, so these little ones will get the feel of having some campstyle fun while learning important skills for starting school!

3-5 YEARS 19954 M 3/23-5/4* 12:30-1:30pm MPAC $70 Instructor: Camp Dynamic Staff *No class 4/13 DISCOVERY SCIENCE Calling all science enthusiasts! Check out our fun, interactive and educational science class. This class is hands-on, so be sure to dress for mess! We'll create experiments that pop, fizz and explode that are sure to jump start your child's excitement and create a sense of wonder and discovery! Your child will have a blast in this class!

3-6 YEARS 20030 M 3/16-5/11* 11-11:45am MPAC $48 Instructor: Lissa Coari *No class 4/13 EXPLORING S.T.E.A.M FOR PRESCHOOL LEARNERS Give your preschooler a head start. He will learn about the world around him through investigation and play. Objects found in nature, like feathers, rocks and leaves help preschoolers figure out math concepts like “big, bigger, biggest” as well as learning appreciation of the world around them.

By tapping into your child’s natural curiosity through play, he will build skills in Reading, Writing, Math and Science. Social Studies activities will help him discover how he fits into his world. Friendships are cultivated with classmates, and many activities help foster fine and gross motor skills. The class meets twice a week for 2 hours with a packed curriculum that is fun, interesting, and geared to spark your little one’s creativity.

3-6 YEARS 20132 M/F 3/16-5/15 10-12pm SERL $160 Instructor: Laura Schreiber *No class 4/10 & 4/13 FUN WITH PHONICS Who says learning can't be fun? Join us as we prepare for reading, writing, math and science in this fun-filled program. Letter recognition and phonemic awareness will be taught through songs, chants, music and movement. Each week we will focus on a different letter with hands-on, engaging activities and projects. Sprinkle math and science into the mix for a well-rounded classroom learning experience. Participants must be minimum age by the first day of class.

3 ½-5 YEARS 20031 M/W/F 3/16-5/15* 9am-12pm MPAC $385 Instructor: Jessica Butler *No class 4/10 & 4/13

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KIDZ CONNECTION In this class we will be using a fun, hands on, creative approach to learning through interactive, integrated activities. We will explore pre-reading, writing, math, science, art and music by connecting it to a weekly theme.

These themes will encourage involvement of all the kids through relatable topics.

3-5 YEARS 19877 M/W 3/16-5/13* 9-11am FRC $180 19878 T/TH 3/17-5/14 10am-12pm FRC $190 Instructor: Miss Jenny *No class 4/13 LEARN MORE FOR 3-4’S Looking for the next step to independence for your 3 & 4 year olds? This class will continue to reinforce letters, numbers, shapes and colors. Math, music, crafts, purposeful play and snack time will be incorporated into our weekly curriculum. Class will unwind with a story or two! Participants must be minimum age by the first day of class.

3-4 YEARS 20032 T/TH 3/17-5/14 10am-12pm MPAC $190 Instructor: Lissa Coari LETS GROW THROUGH ABC’S Is your little one ready for the school experience? This class is designed to help your little learner achieve academic success through hands-on and engaging activities that ready children for their kindergarten experience.

We will work on recognition of letters, numbers, colors, name, prewriting skills, counting, ABC's, the seasons, and so much more. Arts and crafts, music, rhyme, movement and stories will enrich our experience in a fun and social atmosphere.

3-6 YEARS 20137 W 3/18-5/13 11am-12pm SERL $45 Instructor: Rita Emrick LITTLE EXPLORERS This class is geared towards the littlest learners. Children will learn to create, problem solve, and work together in an encouraging, social environment. Science, Engineering, Art, Reading, and Math will be taught through age appropriate activities to get your little one started on the right path to learning through exploration.

3 ½ -5 YEARS 19801 M 3/16-5/11* 10-10:45am CC $50 Instructor: Lori Finto *No Class 4/13

LITTLE WIGGLERS This class is designed to work on getting the wiggles out. With music and movement, stories, simple crafts and centers extending from weekly themes, we will incorporate beginning pre-k skills like colors, numbers, and abc’s. We will focus on learning structure to enable the kids to move forward in their future classrooms.

2-3 YEARS 19881 T/TH 3/17-5/14 9-9:40am FRC $100 Instructor: Miss Jenny LUNCH BOX LEARNERS Is your little one all ready for school? Well pack your lunch box, join the fun and make new friends with this terrific early childhood experience.

Each day your child will have the opportunity to explore theirs ABC’s and 123’s, through arts, crafts, games, songs and stories. After working up our appetites we will settle down with our lunches for a true “big kid” experience. Participants must be minimum age by the first day of class.

Please send a sack lunch with your child, good allergies will be discussed on the first day of class, please NO peanut products.

3-6 YEARS 19882 T/TH 3/19-5/14 10am-1pm FRC $265 Instructor: Debra Shaw LUNCH BUNCH LEARNERS Get your child prepped and ready for kindergarten with this wildly popular class. Writing skills, letter sounds, name recognition, counting in English and Spanish, weather and science are just a few of the fun, exciting topics we will cover; all while experiencing art, music, story-time, physical fitness and pretend play. Learn important social skills and manners each day while enjoying a lunch packed from home and participate in fun community activities throughout the session. Please note: Food allergies will be discussed on the first day. As a precaution, please NO peanut products.

4-6 YEARS 19802 M/W 3/16-5/13* 9am-12pm CC $235 Instructor: Susan Miller *No class 4/13, 4/20, & 4/22

LITTLE SCHOLARS Is your little Einstein ready for the school experience? This class is designed to help your little learner achieve academic success through hands-on and engaging activities that ready children for their kindergarten experience.

We will work on name recognition, prewriting skills, counting, ABC’s, weather, the seasons, and so much more. Arts and crafts, music and stories will enrich our experience in a fun and social atmosphere.

3-5 YEARS 19880 M/W 3/16-5/13* 9am-12pm FRC $265 Instructor: Debra Shaw *No class 4/13

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MAGICAL MORNINGS SMART START Is your child ready for a longer class? This 2 hours/ twice a week class offers a lot. We will begin to learn our letters, and their sounds through song and music. We will begin to recognize our names, count to 20, experiment with science, as well as learn some basic Spanish. Repetition is a big key to learning. We continue with colors, shapes, and explore some other valuable skills that are key to academic success. There will be weekly themes, daily art projects, sticky messy play, lots of fun songs, stories, and of course some exciting special activities. This class continues through the calendar year with new activities and skills being added each session.

Participant must be minimum age by the first day of class.

3-4 ½ YEARS 19803 T/TH 3/17-5/14* 9-11am CC $160 Instructor: Susan Miller *No Class 4/16, 4/21, & 4/23 MAGICAL MORNINGS TODDLERSCHOOL This is a “first experience” class without parents. This is a chance for your child to be “on his own”, and develop his/her own unique personality. Our academics will center around colors and shapes, counting to 10, music and movement, crafts and stories, and more. Children will learn to socialize, and play with other in a structured learning environment. This class continues throughout the school year with new activities being added each session.

Participant must be minimum age by the first day of class.

2 ½-3 ½ YEARS 19804 T/TH 3/17-5/14* 11:15am-12:15pmCC $85 Instructor: Susan Miller *No Class 4/16, 4/21, & 4/23 MILES OF SMILES SCIENCE CLUB Come join the fun as we explore the amazing world of science! Through hands-on experiments and teamwork, students will see first-hand how exciting science can be putting miles of smiles on your child's face.

4-6 YEARS 19806 W 3/18-5/13 9-9:45am CC $55 Instructor: Lori Finto MIGHTY MUNCHKINS First time Preschooler? This is the class for you! Introduce your child to the alphabet, numbers, shapes, games and much, much more. We will sing songs, make crafts and practice our listening skills while having fun.

2-3 YEARS 19883 T/TH 3/19-5/14 9-9:40am FRC $95 Instructor: Debra Shawn

READY, SET, LEARN ON MY OWN! Continue the learning journey exploring math, literacy, science and art concepts through games, songs, stories and projects. Children will participate in a variety of engaging activities including sensory activities, sensory writing, letter recognition, rhyming songs and games, counting activities and games, and science experiments. Come join the fun! *Please note this is NOT a parent/tot class. Only Registered participants are allowed in the room. Participants must be minimum age by the first day of class.* *2 ½-4 YEARS* 20133 W 3/18-5/13 9-9:45am SERL $45 20134 W 3/18-5/13 10-10:45am SERL $45 Instructor: Rita Emrick SILLY SCIENCE AND DISCOVERY BUGS AND ANIMALS Students will have the opportunity to study animals, insects and more.

Children will have the opportunity to look at bugs and learn their life cycle.

Students will also learn about animals and their habitats. Students will learn through reading, observation, experiments and crafts.

3-6 YEARS 19885 F 3/20-5/8* 10-10:45am FRC $45 Instructor: Isabel Sesmas *No class 4/10 SNAPOLOGY JR: PLANES, TRAINS, & AUTOMOBILES Cars, buses, trains, and airplanes are all important for communities and the world to stay connected. Your little learners will explore the importance of transportation, build models of cars, trains, boats, and more. Get ready for your child to come home with a whole new set of transportation facts!

3-5 YEARS 19955 SAT 3/28-5/9* 9:45-10:45am MPAC $60 Instructor: Snapology of Gilbert Staff *No class 4/11 SNAPOLOGY JUNIOR ENGINEERS Young students build fun and simple models using DUPLO® blocks and other learning tools. By playing with and manipulating the models, they experience pulleys, levers, gears, wheels and axles while exploring energy, buoyancy, and balance!

4-6 YEARS 19956 SAT 3/21-5/16* 11am-12pm MPAC $75 Instructor: Snapology of Gilbert Staff *No class 4/11 SNAPOLOGY KINDERBOTS Children explore robotics as they build simple models that teach fundamentals of robotic design. Whether learning about sensors while building magic wands or discovering ways that gears and pulleys create movement while building robotic dogs, your child is sure to have a blast!

4-6 YEARS 19957 T 3/17-4/28 4-5pm MPAC $70 Instructor: Snapology of Gilbert Staff

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TINY TOTS PRESCHOOLERS Your little one will make new friends and have lots of fun while getting an introduction to preschool. We'll practice fine motor skills, following directions and social skills. Beginning concepts such as letters, numbers, and colors will also be incorporated through crafts, songs, stories and games. *Please note this is NOT a parent/tot class. Only Registered participants are allowed in the room. Participants must be minimum age by the first day of class.* *2-3 YEARS* 20135 M 3/16-5/11 9-9:45am SERL $40 20136 F 3/20-5/15 9-9:45am SERL $40 Instructor: Laura Schreiber *No class 4/10 & 4/13

Gymnastics & Movement ABC’S & 123’s OF TUMBLING Does your little one love to flip, spin and twirl? Join us as we explore the ABC’S and 1-2-3’s of tumbling. Each week we will learn a new tumbling move in association with our letters and numbers. A great way to five you kinesthetic learner a head start!

3-5 YEARS 19863 M 3/16-5/11* 9-9:45am FRC $42 Instructor: Jenn Myers *No class 4/13 BEGINNING GYMNASTICS Improve strength, flexibility, coordination and balance in positive, upbeat environment. Class encourages confidence and fitness and teaches kids valuable skills to take them to the next level. In this class students will learn basic floor exercise, beam, bar, and pre-vault skills.

3-5 YEARS 19791 W 3/18-5/13 11:45am-12:30pmCC $47 19789 TH 3/19-5/14 12-12:45pm CC $47 Instructor: Jennifer Gallamore 19788 F 3/20-5/15* 9-9:45am CC $42 19790 F 3/20-5/15* 10-10:45am CC $42 Instructor: Betsy Vacco *No Class 4/10 DYNAMIC GYMNASTICS Dynamic Gymnastics is designed for those beginning athletes who are new the sport of tumbling and gymnastics. Teaching the basic gymnastic elements and building confidence with the required skills needed to advance. Dynamic gymnastics focuses on strength and flexibility, forward and backward rolls, cartwheels and round-offs, backbend flexibility, handstands and the back handspring.

3 ½-6 YEARS 19792 F 3/20-5/15* 11-11:45am CC $42 19794 F 3/20-5/15* 1-1:45pm CC $42 19793 F 3/20-5/15* 3:15-4pm CC $42 Instructor: Betsy Vacco *No Class 4/10

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FUN, FITNESS, AND TUMBLING Come and join us for some fun! This class will utilize props and equipment such as a balance beam, a parachute, balls, jump ropes and tunnels. We will also work on basic tumbling skills. Emphasis will be on self-esteem and interacting with others.

3-5 YEARS 19872 M 3/16-5/11* 10-10:45am FRC $42 Instructor: Jenn Myers *No class 4/13 19797 F 3/20-5/15* 12-12:45pm CC $42 Instructor: Betsy Vacco *No Class 4/10 HEAD OVER HEELS GYMNASTICS This class is geared towards the young gymnast that would like to learn basic floor gymnastics such as forward & straddle rolls and how to walk on a balance beam. They will also practice skills to accomplish headstands, beginner cartwheels and arching. Kids will work on gross motor skills such as balance, coordination and flexibility. Focus on hand to eye coordination through the use of bean bags, balls, buckets and hoops. Your kid will flip for this class!

3-5 YEARS 20033 T 3/17-5/12 11:15am-12pm MPAC $47 Instructor: Michelle Dulansky 20034 TH 3/19-5/14 9-9:45am MPAC $47 20035 TH 3/19-5/14 3:15-4pm MPAC $47 Instructor: Betsy Vacco TAP, BALLET & TUMBLE Participants will learn tap, ballet, and tumbling at the most basic level. This class is designed to develop motor skills, coordination and self-esteem.

Please note this is NOT a parent tot class, only registered participants will be allowed in the room. Tap and ballet shoes are recommended but not required.

3-5 YEARS 19814 T 3/17-5/12 9:30-10:15am CC $47 Instructor: Jennifer Gallamore TINY TOTS TUMBLING Your tot will flip for this class! Learn basic tumbling techniques using mats, hoops, balance beams and other fun props and games. Emphasis will be on sharing, taking turns, following directions and cooperation. *This is NOT a Parent/Tot class. Participants must meet the minimum age requirement by the first day of class.* *2-3 YEARS* 20036 W 3/18-5/13* 9-9:40am MPAC $42 *2 ½-3 ½ YEARS* 20038 W 3/18-5/13* 9:50-10:30am MPAC $42 Instructor: Rachael Litwiller *No Class 4/22 3-5 YEARS 19888 M 3/16-5/11* 11-11:45am FRC $42 Instructor: Jenn Myers *No class 4/13 TIP TOES AND TUMBLING 2’S Students will learn the very basics of ballet, creative movement, and tumbling in this creative and stimulating class just for toddlers. *This is NOT a Parent/Tot class. Participant must be minimum age by the first day of class.* 2-4 YEARS 19815 T 3/17-5/12 10:30-11am CC $36 Instructor: Jennifer Gallamore

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TUMBLE BUGS Join our high energy adventure in rolling, bouncing, stretching, balance, listening skills, and body awareness through the use of beams, bars, tunnels, and tumbling mats. *This is NOT a Parent/Tot class. Participant must be minimum age by the first day of class.* 2-3 ½ YEARS 19817 W 3/18-5/13 11-11:30am CC $36 19816 TH 3/19-5/14 11:15-11:45am CC $36 Instructor: Jennifer Gallamore

Health & Fitness FITNESS STARS Where Fitness Meets Fun! It is a fun, action-packed fitness class where kids learn strength, endurance, flexibility, balance, and how healthy foods fuel their bodies. Watch your kids develop focus and gain self-control from physical activity that will help with school and sports readiness and skyrocket them to their next milestone…all while making friends and having FUN! 4-6 YEARS 19949 T 3/17-5/12 10:10-10:40am SERL $65 19950 W 3/18-5/13 10:10-10:40am MPAC $65 Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Staff KIDS YOGA WITH MODERN MILK This fun class uses silly poses, group work and fun music to help children gain coordination, focus, listening skills and confidence. Let them unwind and stretch their little bodies while you take a break! Parents are encouraged to let their preschoolers enjoy this class on their own. This class takes place at Modern Milk Gilbert (MMG) located at 3244 E. Guadalupe Rd. Ste. 106, Gilbert, AZ 85233.

3-9 YEARS 19958 W 3/18-5/13 4:15-5pm MMG $60 Instructor: Modern Milk Staff YOGA STARS Stretching Little Bodies and Growing Strong Minds! With our engaging weekly sessions, our Stars explore simple yoga poses with songs, props, and stories. Our creative curriculum will have your Yoga Stars increasing their endurance, concentration, and confidence!

4-6 YEARS 19952 TH 3/19-5/14 4:40-5:10pm MPAC $65 Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Staff

MY MUSIC WORKSHOP My Music Workshop is a fun and educational music class for children ages 3-6. Students will learn advanced musical concepts such as music theory, rhythm, singing, intro to piano and much more in an entertaining and engaging way. Children especially love playing REAL instruments in every class!

3-6 YEARS 19959 F 3/20-5/15* 10-10:40am MPAC $135 Instructor: Tania Jeppesen *No class 4/10

Sports ALL STAR SPORTS Where Little Athletes Become Big Stars. Our high-energy coaches help our All-Stars develop the skills and confidence to succeed in each sport in a non-competitive atmosphere. We know teaching teamwork and confidence creates a safe environment for your child to excel.

4-6 YEARS 19945 M 3/16-5/11* 10:40-11:10am MPAC $60 Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Staff *No class 4/13 AWESOME ATHLETES Dribble, dunk and dash your way into this AWESOME sports class! Designed to give your little athlete a sampling of soccer, basketball, flag football, track and field, t-ball and a whole lot more! This is a great opportunity for your kiddo to join the team, have fun and practice good sportsmanship, following directions and teamwork. Grab your glove and register today to knock it out at the Rec! Participants must wear tennis shoes. *This is NOT a Parent/Tot class. Participants must meet the minimum age requirement by the first day of class.* *2 ½-3 ½ YEARS* 20039 TH 3/19-5/14 10-10:40am MPAC $47 3-6 YEARS 19866 T 3/17-5/12 10-10:45am FRC $47 Instructor: Isabel Sesmas 20040 TH 3/19-5/14 11:45am-12:30pmMPAC $47 Instructor: Betsy Vacco

Special Interest MUSIC STARS It’s Tones of Fun! Through Music Stars, our Stars will learn how to play a variety of instruments including the tambourines, maracas, rhythm sticks, and triangle. Our fun and engaging activities are designed to help stretch their imaginations as they learn about music style, tone, melody, and harmony.

4-6 YEARS 19951 M 3/16-5/11 4:40-5:10pm SERL $60 Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Staff *No class 4/13

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BEGINNERS EDGE SPORTS TRAINING CLASSES Beginners Edge Youth Sports Training Programs bring your player into the world of sports by teaching the sports skills they will need to get them ready to compete. Our fun training program is built to engage and excite them through multiple sessions of learning. Join the B.E.S.T. Team today and support the only non-franchise, locally owned and operated sports program here in AZ. 4-SPORT MULTI-SPORT BY B.E.S.T. Our industry-leading 4-Sport program brings you multiple weeks of 4 fantastic sports: Soccer, Baseball/Softball, Basketball, and Track. We will teach your player how to kick and control a soccer ball, how to hit, catch, throw and run the bases, shoot and dribble a basketball and running, jumping and building strength + endurance in our Track & Field program.

Our goal and focus is to maintain an energetic & highly active program that will teach, encourage and advance your young players regardless of their skill level. Please bring an age-appropriate soccer ball for the first week.

A batting tee and a basketball will be needed later in the session. These classes will take place on the grassy area in front of Freestone Recreation Center.

4-7 YEARS 19960 W 3/18-5/13* 4:50-5:35pm FRC $98 Instructor: B.E.S.T. Staff *No class 4/8 BASKETBALL SKILLS AND DRILLS WITH B.E.S.T. Our industry-leading basketball skills and drills clinics introduce and advance your players ability for ball handling, dribbling, defense, jumping, passing, shooting and the triple threat position. Our goal and focus is to maintain an energetic & highly active program that will teach, encourage and advance your young players regardless of their skill level. This is an extremely active, endurance-based class. Please bring your child’s favorite basketball with their name on it.

3-6 YEARS 19962 F 3/20-5/15* 5:45-6:30pm FRC $98 19961 SAT 3/21-5/16* 12:10-12:55pm FRC $98 Instructor: B.E.S.T. Staff *No class 4/10 & 4/11

VOLLEYBALL SKILLS & DRILLS BY B.E.S.T. Our industry-leading Volleyball skills and drills clinics will teach Volleyball terminology, good sportsmanship, passing, serving under and overhand, bumping, setting, spiking, digging and more. Our goal and focus is to maintain an energetic and highly active program that will allow your player to enjoy and learn the joy of the game that will teach, encourageand advance your young players regardless of their skill level. Soft-Touch Volleyballs are provided, bringing your own knee and elbow pads are recommended.

4-7 YEARS 19965 SUN 3/22-5/17* 1:20-2:05pm FRC $98 Instructor: B.E.S.T. Staff *No class 4/12 GOLF READY JUNIOR SERIES Coach Mike Arrigoni, PGA Professional will provide instruction, perfect for both the true beginner and newly intermediate level golfer. Players will develop a proper pre-shot routine and jump right into making full swings and hitting golf balls. The goal is to finish this session knowing how to practice and ready to tackle the golf course. Rules, etiquette and golf course management will be taught accordingly. Class is limited to 12 players. Close toed shoes are required. Western Skies Golf Club is located at 1245 E. Warner Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85296.

Week 1 Pre-shot fundamentals and basic swing shape Week 2 Chipping and pitching Week 3 Full iron swing from the fairway Week 4 Putting aim, stroke, speed control and reading the green 4-7 YEARS 19966 T 3/10-3/31 5-6pm WS $125 19967 T 4/7-4/28 5-6pm WS $125 19968 TH 3/12-4/2 5-6pm WS $125 19969 TH 4/9-4/30 5-6pm WS $125 19970 SAT 3/14-4/4 9-10am WS $125 19971 SAT 4/11-5/2 9-10am WS $125 Instructor: Mike Arrigoni, PGA

SOCCER SKILLS & FUN WITH B.E.S.T. B.E.S.T. Sports industry-leading weekly soccer class will teach your kids the skills of soccer by offering activities such as: dribbling, kicking, throwing, goalie skills, (age permitting: scrimmaging) and more! Our goal and focus is to maintain an energetic and highly active program that will teach, encourage and advance your young players regardless of their skill level in a non-competitive setting. Please bring a size #3 soccer ball with your child's name on it, a water bottle and lots of energy! These classes will take place on the grassy area in front of Freestone Recreation Center.

3-6 YEARS 19963 SAT 3/21-5/16* 9:45-10:30am FRC $98 19964 SUN 3/22-5/17* 10:50-11:35am FRC $98 Instructor: B.E.S.T. Staff *No class 4/11 & 4/12

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KIDDIE KICKERS This program is intended to teach the participant the fundamentals of soccer while providing a positive recreational experience for boys and girls.

Participants will learn kicking, passing, and dribbling drills. Other games will be incorporated as well to help enhance motor skills.

3-5 YEARS 19876 T 3/17-5/12 9-9:45am FRC $47 Instructor: Isabel Sesmas

Wiggle Worm Check out our indoor play area for you and your child to have some wiggly, giggly fun!

LITTLE HOOPSTERS This program is intended to teach the participant the fundamentals of basketball while providing a positive recreational experience for boys and girls. Participants will learn shooting, passing, and dribbling drills. Other games will be incorporated as well to help enhance motor skills.

3-5 YEARS 19879 T 3/17-5/12 11-11:45am FRC $47 Instructor: Isabel Sesmas

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SUMMER HOURS Mon, Wed and Fri avail through Aug. 9

Children 5 years and younger welcome with adult supervision

FRIDAY’S ONLY beginning Aug. 9

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McQueen Park Activity Center (480) 503-6294 INDOOR SWIM LESSONS BY BRITISH SWIM SCHOOL For 37 years, British Swim School has been dedicated to teaching water survival skills to children as young as three months old through adults.

CEO Rita Goldberg founded British Swim School in 1981 and developed the unique and highly effective teaching methods that are a recognized trademark of the brand. Swim School currently operates out of nearly 200 schools within 21 states and is developing internationally within Canada and Turkey. The organization holds around 13,000 lessons per week nationally and conducted nearly 600,000 swimming lessons in 2017.

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MY FAVORITE SPORTS This class will have all of your little ones favorite sports combined into one action packed session. Kids will have social interaction and learn fine motor skills with sports like soccer, t-ball, hockey and football. A class for any sports enthusiast. Good sportsmanship, teamwork and appropriate classroom behavior will be emphasized. Other active games may be introduced to help enhance your child's experience and fine motor skills.

Participants must wear tennis shoes.

3-6 YEARS 20041 TH 3/19-5/14 12:45-1:30pm MPAC $47 Instructor: Betsy Vacco

PEE WEE P.E. Your little sportster will enjoy this high energy class that will keep ‘em moving by playing a variety of sports and games; soccer, tennis, hockey, t-ball, obstacle course, relay races and much, much more! Emphasis on skill Children and physical activity to help development, teamwork, good sportsmanship build strong bones and encourage 5 ysocialization. ears and This is a non-competitive, playful atmosphere. Participants must wear tennis shoes. younger 3-6 YEARS 20042 M 3/16-5/11* 12:15-1pm MPAC $42 Instructor: Lissa Coari *No class 4/13

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SWIM LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS-ADVANCED Geared towards gentle water exploration and developing the child’s awareness to the aquatic environment while introducing the water survival exercises used in later classes. The total aim is to build confidence and selfesteem as well as develop awareness, and the ability to respond to new challenges while giving your child independence to explore the aquatic environment. These classes will take place at LA Fitness (LAF) 3625 S. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert AZ 85297.

3-6 YEARS-STARFISH (BEGINNERS) 19974 W 3/18-4/8 5-5:30pm LAF $125 19975 W 4/22-5/13 5-5:30pm LAF $125 3-6 YEARS-TURTLE 1 (INTERMEDIATE) 19976 W 3/18-4/8 6-6:30pm LAF $125 19977 W 4/22-5/13 6-6:30pm LAF $125 3-6 YEARS-MINNOW (ADVANCED BEGINNERS) 19972 F 3/20-4/10 4:30-5pm LAF $125 19973 F 4/24-5/15 4:30-5pm LAF $125 Instructor: British Swim School

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allowing children with no prior skating experience to build confidence while learning the basic skills of skating. This class are designed to help children six and younger develop the gilbertaz.gov/mcqueen-activitycenter ABCs of movement, Agility, Balance, Coordination and speed. The ABCs are essential for developing fundamental movement skills and physical literacy.

All classes will be taught in a safe and positive environment, incorporating fun and games making class time an enjoyable experience for all. Ice skates are provided. AZ Ice (AI) is located at 2305 E Knox Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85296.

4-6 YEARS 19978 T 3/3-4/28 5:45-6:15pm AI $144 19979 TH 3/5-4/30 5:45-6:15pm AI $144 19980 SAT 3/7-4/25* 9:45-10:15am AI $126 Instructor: AZ Ice Staff *No class 3/14

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Arts & Crafts AMAZING CLAY Students will have the opportunity to learn about the different properties of clay and create a masterpiece of their own design.

5-12 YEARS 19865 M 3/23-5/11* 5:15-6:15pm FRC $50 Instructor: Isabel Sesmas *No class 4/13 ELEMENTS OF ART Develop fundamental art concepts and hone your ability to make artistic decisions. Media exploration is encouraged using markers, pastels, watercolor and acrylic paint, as well as colored pencils. Learn sophisticated art concepts such as form, pattern, texture and contrast through the introduction of the “elements and principles of art.”

6-10 YEARS 19740 W 3/18-5/13 4:30-5:30pm CC $55 Instructor: Lisa Martineau INTERMEDIATE ART This class is for youth who are interested in making two or three more complex projects over the course of the session. We will devote multiple classes to each completing each masterpiece, all while learning and diving deeper into concepts and ideas.

10-15 YEARS 19743 SAT 3/21-5/16* 9:30-10:30am CC $50 Instructor: Lisa Martineau *No Class 4/11 KIDS CANVAS PAINT PARTY Come paint along with us! This class will be a social evening filled with fun and paint. When you arrive, we will walk you step-by-step through the process. We provide all the supplies and you get to go home with your very own masterpiece. Light refreshments are served.

6-12 YEARS 19369 W 3/11 6-7pm CC $15 19744 W 4/8 6-7pm CC $15 19745 W 5/6 6-7pm CC $15 Instructor: Taryn Cantrell

WONDER OF PAINTING & DRAWING Students will gain experience using a variety of mediums and techniques when creating a masterpiece of their own. Focus will shift each week between drawing and painting using skills that will throughout the course.

8-12 YEARS 19892 M 3/23-5/11* 4-5pm FRC $45 Instructor: Isabel Sesmas *No class 4/13

Cooking COOKING 101 FOR YOUTH Calling all culinary enthusiasts! Let us teach your child the basics of baking and cooking. Each week will focus on a different course such as an appetizer, main dish, breakfast item or dessert. Class emphasizes following directions, taking turns and kitchen safety. Recipes will be given out to recreate at home.

Get ready to taste some amazing foods! Bring a storage container to transport food from class. Not recommended for children with food allergies.

5-8 YEARS 20044 F 3/27-5/15* 4:10-5pm MPAC $55 7-12 YEARS 20045 F 3/27-5/15* 5:15-6:05pm MPAC $55 Instructor: Jenn Myers *No class 4/10 COOKING FROM THE FARM Explore how different fruits and vegetables are grown on the farm and learn how to utilize these ingredients in breakfast, lunch and dinner meals. Enjoy creating recipes that are simple and delicious that may even inspire your little ones to try new healthy foods. Recipes will be shared to recreate as well as seeds provided to grow your own fruits and vegetables at home! Not recommended for children with food allergies.

5-8 YEARS 20053 T 3/17-5/12 5:15-6pm MPAC $65 Instructor: Rachael Litwiller KIDS BAKING Cookies, cakes, breads and more! Come learn how to keep yours and your family’s tummies full! Learn to use hand mixers, the oven, and the stove properly while creating delicious bakes you are sure to love! Children will take home samples of their creations to share! Not recommended for children with food allergies.

8-13 YEARS 19742 M 3/16-5/11* 4-5:30pm CC $56 Instructor: Lisa Martineau *No Class 4/13

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MAY THE FOURTH COOKIE DECORATING WORKSHOP In a galaxy far, far away cookies were always beautifully decorated and wonderfully tasty, but on May the 4th those skills can be learned and used right at home! Use your force and create the cutest little creatures that are out of this world! Yoda not want to miss this class! In this special cookie decorating workshop you will learn the tips and tricks to roll, bake and ice like a pro and you will go home with a half dozen deliciously decorated sugar cookies!

10+YEARS 19722 M 5/4 4:30-6:30pm CC $30 Instructor: Danielle Johnson MOMMY AND ME COOKIE DECORATING WORKSHOP Join us for this special Mother’s Day cookie workshop where you and your children will work together to create edible works of art! Nothing is more special than spending quality time learning something new with your child, so register now to make memories and learn skills that will last forever!

7+ YEARS 19723 SAT 5/2 9am-11am CC $50 per couple 19724 SAT 5/2 9am-11am CC $30 per additional child Instructor: Danielle Johnson

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CHEERLEADING 101 A fun and exciting way to introduce kids to the basic skills of cheerleading.

Emphasis is on building trust and confidence while encouraging their personal best. Build strength, flexibility and learn basic technical skills such as tumbling, dance, jumps, cheers and stunts to be successful in their squad. Participants must wear tennis shoes.

6-10 YEARS 20129 M 3/16-5/11* 5:30-6:20pm MPAC $42 Instructor: Rachael Litwiller *No Class 4/13 CONTEMPORARY DANCE This popular form of dance uses unpredictable, expressive movements that combines elements of classical ballet, modern, jazz and lyrical genres.

Dancers are encouraged to connect the mind and body through fluid dance movements, while maintaining a strong focus on technique. Students often dance barefoot, but may also opt for jazz shoes, ballet shoes or foot paws if preferred.

7-13 YEARS 19869 TH 3/19-5/14 5-5:45pm FRC $47 Instructor: Jenn Myers DANCE THEATER Why just take a dance class when you can learn to act too! Each class we will take acting and dancing and fuse them together to tell a story through movement. Perfect for aspiring stars of the stage! Dance shoes recommended.

6-12 YEARS 19870 TH 3/19-5/14 4-4:45pm FRC $47 Instructor: Jenn Myers

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DESERT STAR DANCE STUDIO CLASSES Desert Star Dance has been serving families in the East Valley for 15 years. We have classes for all ages, experience, levels of interest and offer a diverse array of styles to choose from. Our goal is to provide a strong foundation in dance though solid, fundamental training while utilizing fun and creative teaching techniques.

Our professional dance studio creates a safe, family friendly atmosphere where we strive to maintain a balance between fun and discipline and where students are encouraged to understand the dedication it takes to become an accomplished dancer. Our professional and experienced staff is devoted to sharing their knowledge of dance and the performing arts.

JUNIOR BALLET Join Miss Amy for 60 minutes of Ballet! This class is great for Teen beginners and emphasizes the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement and alignment. Students will also learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center floor work while building strength and flexibility.

Student is responsible for providing own dance wear and dance shoes specific to the dance style being taught. Desert Star Dance (DSD) is located at 1020 E. Ray Rd. Suite 7 Chandler 85225.

7-11 YEARS 19981 TH 3/19-5/14 4-5pm DSD $108 JUNIOR TUMBLING Perfect for the beginning tumbler, our class will introduce your child to gymnastic positions, body control and awareness. Class focuses on mastery of the basic body positions, balance, rolling, weight transfer and the building of strength necessary for more advanced skills. Student is responsible for providing own dance wear and dance shoes specific to the dance style being taught. Desert Star Dance (DSD) is located at 1020 E. Ray Rd. Suite 7 Chandler 85225.

7-11 YEARS 19982 TH 3/19-5/14 5-6pm DSD $108 MINI JAZZ & BALLET Perfect for beginning dancers, this class introduces jazz and ballet to dancers ages 5-7 in a safe, professional environment. Dance is a great way to build coordination, encourage physical fitness and develop listening skills. Student is responsible for providing own dance wear and dance shoes specific to the dance style being taught. Desert Star Dance (DSD) is located at 1020 E. Ray Rd. Suite 7 Chandler 85225.

5-7 YEARS 19983 F 3/20-5/15 5-6pm DSD $108 TEEN BALLET Mr. Scott’s Ballet is great for Teen beginners! His 90-minute class emphasizes the development of classical ballet skills with a focus on proper placement and alignment. Students will also learn ballet vocabulary through barre and center floor work while building strength and flexibility. Student is responsible for providing own dance wear and dance shoes specific to the dance style being taught. Desert Star Dance (DSD) is located at 1020 E. Ray Rd. Suite 7 Chandler 85225.

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FAIRYTALE BALLET The magical journey begins here. Fairytale Ballet offers beginning exploration into classical ballet that incorporates costumes, props, and classical music into each class. Ballet shoes recommended. Costumes and props will be provided. Participant must be minimum age by the first day of class.

5-7 YEARS 19741 T 3/17-5/12 4:30-5:15pm CC $47 Instructor: Chloe Davis FAMILY HIP HOP DANCE Fun for the whole family! Everyone will get to learn some basic moves in the center and across the floor, that we’ll turn into a high energy combo to dance and show off together!

5+ YEARS 19900 SAT 4/4-5/16* 10-10:50pm FRC $32 Instructor: Jenn Myers *No class 4/11 HIP HOP DANCE In this basic hip hop class, you will learn combinations broken down step by step and taught at a comfortable pace to Hip Hop music. You can also get into great shape and meet tons of new friends, so come on in and join the fun!

7-13 YEARS 19873 W 3/18-5/13 6-6:45pm FRC $47 Instructor: Jenn Myers JAZZY DANCERS What's all that jazz about? If your little one loves dancing, this snazzy intro to jazz is the perfect class! Dancers will learn fancy footwork, leaps, and turns in a fun and engaging way.

7-10 YEARS 20159 TH 3/19-5/14 4:45-5:30 CC $47 Instructor: Chloe Davis PIP SQUEAK HIP HOP Does your little pip squeak love to dance and move? This introduction to hip hop focuses on rhythm and basic footwork taught at an easy to follow, comfortable pace using games and movement. This class is taught to age appropriate music and is a great way to get up and get funky! Tennis shoes and comfortable clothes are recommended.

4-7 YEARS 19884 W 3/18-5/13 5-5:45pm FRC $47 Instructor: Jenn Myers SALSA DANCE PARTY Eso si que es!! That’s what it is! Taught in a family/group friendly setting, try this upbeat, challenging, energizing dance style! No experience required!

5+ YEARS 19899 SAT 4/4-5/16* 11-11:50pm FRC $32 Instructor: Jenn Myers *No class 4/11

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Enrichment ACT BOOTCAMP Are you looking for a quick and effective way to improve your test scores? This ACT Boot Camp class is an intensive four-hour workshop which focuses on strategy, how to take the test and how to avoid the traps. We will cover what concepts and ideas are tested in each of the sections, and tips and tricks to identifying the wrong answers. There is also a lot of extra content worked into the class - such as the best way to study, and the best way to guess! Presentations are given with visual Power Point backup and students are provided a binder containing all workshop information. Students, please bring paper, pencils, calculators, water and a snack!

13-20 YEARS 19985 SAT 3/28 9am-1pm SERL $129 Instructor: Test Prep Boot Camp Staff SAT BOOTCAMP Are you looking for a quick and effective way to improve your test scores?

This SAT Boot Camp class is an intensive four-hour workshop which focuses on strategy, how to take the test and how to avoid the traps. We will cover what concepts and ideas are tested in each of the sections, and tips and tricks to identifying the wrong answers. There is also a lot of extra content worked into the class - such as the best way to study, and the best way to guess! Presentations are given with visual Power Point backup and students are provided a binder containing all workshop information. Students, please bring paper, pencils, calculators, water and a snack!

13-20 YEARS 19485 SAT 3/7 9am-1pm SERL $129 19986 SAT 4/25 9am-1pm SERL $129 Instructor: Test Prep Bootcamp Staff SAT/ACT ENGLISH FOCUS This course will effectively prepare attendees for the ENGLISH section of the SAT or ACT exam via active, student engagement as well as time management techniques. We will focus on a review of punctuation, word choice, sentence construction, and fun games involving word usage & vocabulary.

13-20 YEARS 19490 SAT 2/29 1-4pm SERL $115 19987 SAT 3/21 1-4pm SERL $115 Instructor: Test Prep Bootcamp Staff SAT/ACT MATH FOCUS This course covers Algebra, Geometry, Linear Equations, Quadratic Equations, Exponential functions, and Trigonometry. Also included is educational material you can take home. The material has completed math examples, problems to work through and follow along with the class, and practice problems for later!

Go home more prepared to take the SAT/ACT by strengthening your math aptitude!

13-20 YEARS 19495 W 3/4 6-8pm SERL $99 19988 W 4/1 6-8pm SERL $99 19497 SAT 3/7 1:30-3:30pm SERL $99 19989 SAT 3/28 1:30-3:30pm SERL $99 Instructor: Test Prep Bootcamp Staff

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SAT/ACT READING FOCUS This course will actively prepare attendees for the READING portion of the ACT or SAT test. Students will learn to identify the various reading genres on the exam and how to fully comprehend a reading section based on its genre. Week #1 will focus on reading skills in FICTION such as identifying context clues, parts of a story and making inferences. Week #2 will focus on READING skills in NON-FICTION such as distinguishing between cause & effect and fact & opinion as well as identifying the point of view and the significance of sequencing in the READING portion.

13-20 YEARS 19499 T 2/25-3/3 6-8pm SERL $129 19990 T 3/24-3/31 6-8pm SERL $129 Instructor: Test Prep Bootcamp Staff WRITING YOUR COLLEGE ESSAY This educational presentation and hands-on lab will help students develop a persuasive essay by the final class session. The course will be conducted as a “writer’s workshop” that works through the stages of writing with feedback from peers as well as the instructor. In addition to this method of writing, the course will also stress the SIX TRAITS of WRITING throughout the course.

Week #1 includes the IDEALS that most appeal to College Admission offices, ways to ORGANIZE your essay, writing your essay outline and beginning the first draft with an enticing topic sentence. Week #2 entails developing the essay outline, the importance of SENTENCE FLUENCY, adding VOICE to your essay, peer revisions with a partner, and beginning your essay’s second draft. Week #3 concludes the course with the importance of WORD CHOICE, peer editing, essay presentation, and beginning publication of the final draft of your master essay. NOTE: This course requires an email address and a 3-week commitment to the course. Also, attendees are encouraged to bring college applications and their laptops or tablets to each class.

13-20 YEARS 19991 TH 4/16-4/30 6-8pm SERL $149 Instructor: Test Prep Bootcamp Staff

SNAPOLOGY ENRICHMENT CLASSES At Snapology we believe that children are meant to learn through play. When children are engaged in interactive, hands-on learning activities, their creativity flourishes and they show an increased interest in school. We help your child grow up with a thirst for knowledge. How do we do it? Snapology engages children ages 1-14 using LEGO® bricks, K’Nex and technology. While the kids are having fun with familiar toys, laptops and iPads, we sneak in the learning. Shh, don't tell them it's educational! All classes are taught by Snapology Staff. *No classes 4/10, 4/11, 4/12, & 4/13 SNAPOLOGY CASTLES, KINGDOMS, & WIZARDS Enter the magical world of Snapology! Students will have fun with dragons, crowns, knights, and swords, create their own castle using LEGO® bricks, and much more. Let the magic begin!

5-12 YEARS 19998 W 3/18-5/6 4-5pm MPAC $75 SNAPOLOGY DEVELOPING ENGINEERS: MECHANICAL MASTERMINDS This program gives students the tools to understand mechanical movement through the foundations of simple machines, physics, and engineering design. They will build various machines, then use the models to develop new design ideas, test out physics concepts, and play games with fellow classmates!

8-13 YEARS 19999 SAT 3/21-5/16 1:30-2:30pm MPAC $75 SNAPOLOGY FOUNDATIONAL ENGINEERING: MACHINES & CONTRAPTIONS Students will learn all about mechanical movement and the importance of simple machines. They’ll follow instructions to build various contraptions, then use the models to develop new design ideas, test out physics concepts, and even play games!

5-8 YEARS 20000 SAT 3/21-5/16 12:15-1:15pm MPAC $75

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SNAPOLOGY LEGO® FRIENDS Who wouldn’t like to share a moment of friendship and play with LEGO® bricks? Students will have the opportunity to create their own jungle adventure, go to the beach, help with the ranch, and mix up fruits at the juice bar with their favorite LEGO® Friends!

5-12 YEARS 20001 W 4/1-5/6 5:15-6:15pm MPAC $60 SNAPOLOGY REAL WORLD ROBOTICS Students will create robotic models inspired by real life robotic technologies.

Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors, simple machines, and programming as they build alarm devices, earthquake detectors, robotic arms, and much more. Your child will have a blast as they build, learn, and play!

7-13 YEARS 20002 T 3/17-4/28 5:15-6:15pm MPAC $70 SNAPOLOGY SCIENCE OF SLIME WORKSHOP Students will learn the basic science behind their favorite slimy polymer and how the magic is all in the ingredients. This is not your average slime workshop; your child will walk away from the Snapology Science Lab with clear knowledge about the chemistry behind slime and clean hands!

5-12 YEARS 19509 SAT 2/22 9:30am-12:30pm MPAC $35 VIDEO GAME DESIGN: HELLO WORLD! Learn how to make your own video game by using real code and professional software! Learn how to code and design awesome levels and characters!

Computers are provided.

7-10 YEARS 20013 SAT 3/21-5/16*

10-11:15am MPAC $150 11-13 YEARS (JUNIOR) 20139 SAT 3/21-5/16*

10-11:15am MPAC $150 14-17 YEARS (SENIOR) 20140 SAT 3/21-5/16*

10-11:15am MPAC $150 Instructor: Engineer Success Staff *No class 4/11

Equestrian ADVANCED HORSEMANSHIP Prerequisite: Must have taken Intermediate Horsemanship in the past year.

This fast-paced class is designed to work with those who want training techniques for both horse and rider. We will work more intensively on each student's abilities and areas they wish to progress in such as trail riding, western pleasure, barrel racing, roping and team penning. We will cover fundamentals of each area of interest for each student. Students under 18 must have parent/guardian sign a liability waiver at first class. Swingin’ C Ranch (SCR) is located at 43757 N. Coyote Rd., San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 (Across the street from Combs High School).

6+ YEARS 20017 T 4/7-4/28 6:30-7:30pm SCR $180 20021 T 5/5-5/26 6:30-7:30pm SCR $180 Instructor: Swingin’ C Ranch Staff

BEGINNING HORSEMANSHIP This class is designed to teach students the basics of Western riding horsemanship. We will begin with grooming, general care and saddling safely.

We will cover mounting and dismounting, proper posture and balance when riding. We will work with each student on simple control techniques such as asking the horses to walk and stop. Students under 18 must have parent/ guardian sign a liability waiver at first class. Swingin’ C Ranch (SCR) is located at 43757 N. Coyote Rd., San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 (Across the street from Combs High School).

6+ YEARS 19512 T 3/3-3/24 5:30-6:30pm SCR $180 20018 T 5/5-5/26 5:30-6:30pm SCR $180 Instructor: Swingin’ C Ranch Staff INTERMEDIATE HORSEMANSHIP Prerequisite: Must have taken Beginning Horsemanship or Introduction to Horsemanship in the past year. This class will focus on more specific control and Western riding techniques such as getting the horse to respond to certain cues and learning how to post while in a trot. We will cover different gaits, as well as identifying the gait and correct leads while mounted. Students under 18 must have parent/guardian sign a liability waiver at first class. Swingin’ C Ranch (SCR) is located at 43757 N. Coyote Rd., San Tan Valley, AZ 85140 (Across the street from Combs High School).

6+ YEARS 19515 T 3/3-3/24 6:30-7:30pm SCR $180 20019 T 4/7-4/28 5:30-6:30pm SCR $180 Instructor: Swingin’ C Ranch Staff DYNAMIC GYMNASTICS Dynamic Gymnastics is designed for those beginning athletes who are new the sport of tumbling and gymnastics. Teaching the basic gymnastic elements and building confidence with the required skills needed to advance. Dynamic gymnastics focuses on strength and flexibility, forward and backward rolls, cartwheels and round-offs, backbend flexibility, handstands and the back handspring.

6-8 YEARS 19739 F 3/20-5/15* 4:15-5pm CC $42 Instructor: Betsy Vacco *No Class 4/10 GYMNASTICS 101 BEGINNER LEVEL: Best recommended for kids needing help to master the basic skills. Improve strength, flexibility, coordination and balance in a positive, upbeat environment. Class encourages confidence and fitness and teaches kids valuable skills to take them to the next level. Progression is attheir-own-pace and they’ll enjoy social interaction with peers. Focus on floor gymnastics basic skills; front/back rolls, handstands, cartwheels, backbends and balancing.

6-12 YEARS 20054 TH 3/19-5/14 4:10-5pm MPAC $47 Instructor: Betsy Vacco

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Gymnastics & Movement GYMNASTICS 102 INTERMEDIATE LEVEL: Best recommended for kids who have mastered the basic skills of Gymnastics 101 and have prior gymnastics background.

This class is a continuation of skill development from Gymnastics 101 with more emphasis on strength and flexibility. Kids will learn the next set of progression to include walkovers through full range of motion. Class stresses safety and spotting techniques and will begin working on a routine that will be performed at the end of the session. Best suited for those that can lower into a backbend with minimal spotting or independently.

6-12 YEARS 20055 TH 3/19-5/14 5:10-6pm MPAC $47 Instructor: Betsy Vacco TUMBLING 101 Does your child need to run off some energy? Have they been begging to learn a cartwheel? Then put them in this beginning tumbling class! They will learn tons of basic tumbling skills that they can build on to hopefully advance to the next level (Tumbling 102), like somersaults, handstands, headstands, and maybe even a cartwheel! Class is structured for safe and fun learning for beginning tumblers but can be taken multiple times to assure strong basics.

5-10 YEARS 19889 M 3/16-5/11* 4-4:45pm FRC $42 Instructor: Jenn Myers TUMBLING 102 Does your student have the tumbling bug?!?! This is the next level in a series that allows your tumbler to progress. We will take those cartwheels and turn them into one-handed and crossovers, and even into round-offs. Handstands could be front and backs limbers and walkovers. Class is structured for level 2 beginner tumblers, with a solid cartwheel as a starting point 7-13 YEARS 19890 M 3/16-5/11* 5-5:45pm FRC $42 19901 SAT 4/4-5/13* 9-9:45am FRC $32 Instructor: Jenn Myers *No class 4/11 & 4/13

Health & Fitness

CAMP FIT We’re Looking For a Few Good Kids! Each session – led by CERTIFIED fitness instructors – involves continuous, vigorous activity that incorporates endurance, strength, flexibility, and motor skill development – and FUN! Get those schoolers off the video games and into a regular weekly work-out regimen! Great for Homeschoolers and School Agers.

7-12 YEARS 19946 T 3/17-5/12 4:30-5pm MPAC $65 19947 W 3/18-5/13 10:50-11:20am MPAC $65 Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Staff FUN & FITNESS WITH BOUNCE BOOT CAMP Founded by a former NFL player, Bounce Boot Camp is the FIRST company in the world that combines the fun of inflatable obstacle courses, castles, and slides into an amazingly fun program for everyone. Bounce Boot Camp puts the 'fun' back into fitness and will create a memorable experience for all ages and groups. Bouncing in the inflatable equipment is not only fun, it has been shown to improve cardiovascular health, core strength, balance and coordination.

5-14 YEARS 20037 TH 3/19-5/7 6-7pm MPARK $100 Instructor: Ricky Muro YOGA STARS Stretching Our Bodies and Growing Strong Minds! With our engaging weekly sessions, our Stars explore simple yoga poses with songs, props, and stories.

Our creative curriculum will have your Yoga Stars increasing their endurance, concentration, and confidence! Great for children of all ages.

7-12 YEARS 20043 TH 3/19-5/14 5:30-5:50pm MPAC $65 Instructor: Stretch-n-Grow Staff

TUMBLING 200 Ready for intermediate tumbling?!?! I am! This is the third step in the series for serious tumblers. We will have fun learning acro moves and stretches, and starting to learn handsprings and tucks, while still perfecting the tumbling we have learned up to this point. Tumblers should have a solid foundation of cartwheels, back bends, handstands, and front and back limbers/walkovers before moving up to this level.

8-13 YEARS 19891 M 3/16-5/11* 6-6:50pm FRC $42 Instructor: Jenn Myers *No class 4/13

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Martial Arts CHINESE MARTIAL ARTS Participants will learn fundamental stances, single person and double person drills prearranged sets that are foundations of northern and southern Chinese Martial Arts. Participants should wear black sweat pants and white or plain black T-shirt and tennis shoes.

13+ YEARS 19896 T/TH 3/19-5/12 6:30-7:15pm FRC $85 Instructor: Peter Pena HUNG GAR KUNG FU A southern style of Kung FU that originated in the Shaolin Temple. Hung Gar will teach the practitioner stamina, flexibility and endurance by doing isometric exercises and postures. Self-defense and patience are part of this Martial Arts class. Participants should wear black sweat pants and white or plain black T-shirt and tennis shoes.

13+ YEARS 19874 W 3/18-5/13 7-9pm FRC $90 Instructor: Peter Pena

TAI JI QUAN Introduction to Tai Ji Quan for people with no experience and wanting to be knowledgeable of this Chinese holistic style. Tai Ji Quan, which means Grand Ultimate Fist, is a classical Chinese internal martial arts system created out of the Daoist concept of balance. Tai Ji Quan, with its movement imitating the flow of water, in as exercise which improves balance, coordination, respiratory and cardiovascular systems. All levels are welcome. Participants should wear black sweat pants and white or plain black T-shirt and tennis shoes.

16+ YEARS 19886 T 3/24-5/12 7:30-8:30pm FRC $40 Instructor: Peter Pena SANCHIN-RYU KARATE Sanchin-Ryu is an artistic form of self-defense designed in a way, so that size and strength, age and athletic ability aren’t factors in defending one’s self. Taught on an individual basis, students study in a non-competitive environment while working on Sanchin-Ryu’s practical movements and non-nonsense approach to selfdefense. To truly understand every facet of conflict resolution we study three levels of self-defense awareness; physical, mental and emotional.

Emphasis is on having fun, building self-confidence, coordination, and leadership skills through the study of a true martial art. Classes are taught in a fun, high-energy environment. Please wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict movement. Instructors: Black Belts; Steven Ahles 7th Dan, Doug Sawyer 3rd Dan, and Brent Sawyer 3rd Dan.

SANCHIN-RYU KARATE & SELF-DEFENSE FOR YOUTH Students will learn alternatives to fighting and be empowered with techniques to handle everyday scenarios they may encounter at work, school, the park and even among friends. In a fun, high-energy, go-atyour-own pace environment students build self-confidence, develop focus, discipline and physical fitness. Students are taught the full form of Sanchin-Ryu, an artistic form of self-defense designed in a way, so that size or strength, age or athletic ability are not factors in defending one’s self.

These classes are age appropriate for content and situational subjects.

6-12 YEARS 20046 T 3/17-5/12 5:30-6:30pm CC $45 20047 F 3/20-5/15* 4:30-5:30pm FRC $40 Instructor: Sanchin-Ryu Karate Staff *No class 4/10 SANCHIN-RYU KARATE-FAMILY For individuals and families from all walks of life. Come study the full form of Sanchin-Ryu, an artistic form of self-defense designed in a way, so that size or strength, age or athletic ability are not factors in defending one’s self. Have fun learning a true martial Art in a non-competitive, fun, highenergy environment. Family participation is encouraged. Open to all levels of students.

6+ YEARS 20052 T 3/17-5/12 6:30-7:30pm CC $45 20049 W 3/18-5/13 5:30-6:30pm MPAC $45 20050 F 3/20-5/15* 6:30-7:30pm FRC $40 20051 SAT 3/21-5/16* 9:30-10:30am FRC $40 Instructor: Sanchin-Ryu Karate Staff *No class 4/10 & 4/11 SANCHIN-RYU KARATE-TEENS & PARENTS Learn street-wise techniques designed in a way, so that size, strength, age or athletic ability are not factors in defending one's self. Learn to act on stressful situations rather than being controlled by them. Sign up for this class by yourself or with a family member or friend! Please wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict movement and covers the shoulders.

13+ YEARS 20056 SAT 5/2 12-2:30pm MPAC $24 Instructor: Sanchin-Ryu Karate Staff

SANCHIN-RYU KARATE-ADVANCED This advanced class will be structured for those students holding the rank of Purple belt or higher. Students will study advanced Sanchin-Ryu forms and their hand to hand application.

10+ YEARS 20048 W 3/18-5/13 6:30-8:30pm MPAC $90 Instructor: Sanchin-Ryu Karate Staff

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SANCHIN-RYU KARATE-WINTER WORKSHOPS This event is a life enriching opportunity for any student studying SanchinRyu. Whether you are a beginning white-belt student or a seasoned master, the topics and information presented at this event, are just what you need to rev up your training, and truly take your studies to the next level. Come be a part of this truly unforgettable weekend! A wide range of topics will be covered! All exercises are instructed in a way that is easy to understand and follow. In previous years, we’ve covered topics as broad as understanding the mechanics of karate, and as specialized as kumite strategies derived from forms and kata. Hand-to-hand techniques, ranging from fundamental to advanced, will also be worked. This workshop is open to individuals and families from all walks of life. Come study the full form of Sanchin-Ryu, an artistic form of self-defense designed in a way, so that size or strength, age or athletic ability are not factors in defending one’s self. Have fun learning a true martial Art in a non-competitive, fun, high-energy environment.

Family participation is encouraged. Open to all levels of students.

6+ YEARS-FAMILY 19521 SAT 2/22 9-11am FRC $30 19522 SAT 2/22 1-3pm FRC $30 6+ YEARS-BROWN BELT 19518 SAT 2/22 4-7pm FRC $45 Instructor: Sanchin-Ryu Karate Staff

Special Interest ASHI CHILD & BABYSITTING SAFETY TRAINING CLASS The Childcare & Babysitting Safety (CABS) course, helps build confidence, self-esteem and skills necessary to care for infants and children on a daily basis and in emergency situations. Topics include: starting your business, communicating with parents, relating to children, key safety, care-giving, and first aid tips. Students receive a workbook and a 2-year CABS certificate upon successful completion. Please bring a sack lunch.

11-16 YEARS 19529 SAT 2/22 9:30am-1:30pm SERL $55 20060 SAT 3/28 9:30am-1:30pm SERL $55 20061 SAT 4/18 9:30am-1:30pm MPAC $55 Instructor: Cross Lifeline Emergency Staff

CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS Explore Fiction, Nonfiction, Children's, YA, Family History and Memoirs.

Based on your interests Ms. Janson provides personalized materials and writing instruction. Beginners and advanced writers are invited to attend.

All classes are taught by Marilyn Janson.

CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP-CHAPTER WRITING Beginnings, Middles, and Endings. Add cliffhangers, suspense, and tension to your work.

10+ YEARS 19533 SAT 2/22 10am-12pm SERL $25 CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP-SHORT STORIES & GRAPHIC NOVELS: YOUR VISION Match illustrations with your text, scenes, and dialogue. No artistic ability necessary.

10+ YEARS 19534 SAT 3/7 10am-12pm SERL $25 CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP-SHORT STORY & NOVEL WRITING Award Winning Writer and Instructor Marilyn shares her foolproof story writing model with you. The genres of fiction, young adult, children’s, and creative non-fiction will be covered.

10+ YEARS 20062 SAT 3/14 10am-12pm MPAC $25 CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP-HOW TO BEGIN YOUR STORY Award Winning Writer and Instructor Marilyn shares three ways to start your manuscript. The genres of fiction, young adult, children’s, and creative non-fiction will be covered.

10+ YEARS 20063 SAT 3/28 10am-12pm MPAC $25 CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOP-YOUNG ADULT FANTASY WRITING Tap into your imagination to develop fascinating heroines, heroes, and magical worlds with Award Winning Writer and Instructor Marilyn. Short stories and novels will be covered.

10+ YEARS 20064 SAT 4/4 10am-12pm MPAC $25 BUBBLES & BALLOONS This camp session is meant to give the feel of being at a campsite. The kids will participate in all kinds of fun activities with bubbles and balloons, including stories, songs and activities. Join us for playing with bubbles, bubble painting, projects with balloons, a camp inspired snack-and to find out what a Grump-a-lump is!

5-7 YEARS 20065 SAT 4/4 9:30am-12:30pm MPAC $40 Instructor: Lara DeRoule WACKY OLYMPICS This camp session is meant to give the feel of being at a campsite and will be all about silly races, relays and games with camp inspired ‘teams’ and camp inspired awards! Crazy camp songs and a camp snack are part of the fun, too! Although this is called “Olympics,” it is focused completely on being positive and encouraging!

5-7 YEARS 20066 SAT 5/2 9:30am-12:30pm MPAC $40 Instructor: Lara DeRoule

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Sports ARCHERY CLASSES IN GILBERT Gilbert Archery Range is a small outdoor range in Freestone Park, set up for shooting recurve and compound bows out to 70 meters. Town archery classes, activities, events, and the Gilbert Archery Club, are run there by high quality, certified coaches.

Open shooting times are posted at GilbertArchery.com. The Gilbert Archery Range (GAR) is located on the open lot on Freestone Parkway across the street from Freestone Recreation Center.

ARCHERY FOR BEGINNERS All ages welcome. All equipment is provided. Come learn to shoot like the Olympians. The Gilbert Archery Range (GAR) is located on the open lot on Freestone Parkway across the street from Freestone Recreation Center. A $20 supply fee will be collected by the instructor on the first day of class.

8+ YEARS 19539 SAT 2/15-3/7 9-10am GAR $60 20067 SAT 3/14-3/28 9-10am GAR $40 20068 SAT 4/18-5/9 9-10am GAR $60 Instructor: Gilbert Archery Staff ARCHERY FOR INTERMEDIATES If you’ve taken our beginning class and want to continue refining your skills, this is the class for you. Equipment is provided. You may bring your own equipment, but it’ll need to pass a safety check. The Gilbert Archery Range (GAR) is located on the open lot on Freestone Parkway across the street from Freestone Recreation Center. A $20 supply fee will be collected by the instructor on the first day of class.

8+ YEARS 19541 SAT 2/15-3/7 10:15-11:15am GAR $60 20069 SAT 3/14-3/28 10:15-11:15am GAR $40 20070 SAT 4/18-5/9 10:15-11:15am GAR $60 Instructor: Gilbert Archery Staff BASIC ICE SKATING 1 Basic Skills teaches the FUNdamentals of ice skating and provides the best foundation for figure skating, hockey, and speedskating. Six progressive levels introduce forward and backward skating, stops, edges, crossovers, and turns. Upon completion of the Basic Skills 1-6 levels, skaters will be able to confidently advance to more specialized areas of skating. All classes will be well-structured with the focus on proper skill development taught in a positive, FUN, and social environment. Skaters will progress at their own rate and advance after skill mastery is demonstrated. Basic1 will cover sit on ice and stand up, march forward across the ice, forward two-foot glide, dip, forward swizzles (6 in a row), backward wiggles (6-8 in a row), beginning snowplow stop on two feet or one foot.

7-13 YEARS 20071 T 3/3-4/28 5:45-6:15pm AI $144 20072 TH 3/5-4/30 5:45-6:15pm AI $144 20073 SAT 3/7-4/25* 9:45-10:15am AI $126 Instructor: AZ Ice Staff *No class 4/11

BEGINNERS EDGE SPORTS TRAINING CLASSES Beginners Edge Youth Sports Training Programs bring your player into the world of sports by teaching the sports skills they will need to get them ready to compete. Our fun training program is built to engage and excite them through multiple sessions of learning. Join the B.E.S.T. Team today and support the only non-franchise, locally owned and operated sports program here in AZ. 4 SPORT MULTI-SPORT WITH B.E.S.T. Our industry-leading 4-Sport program brings you multiple weeks of 4 fantastic sports: Soccer, Baseball/Softball, Basketball and Track. We will teach your player how to kick and control a soccer ball, how to hit, catch, throw and run the bases, shoot and dribble a basketball and running, jumping and building strength + endurance in our Track & Field program.

Our goal and focus is to maintain an energetic & highly active program that will teach, encourage and advance your young players regardless of their skill level. Please bring an age-appropriate soccer ball for the first week. A hitting tee and a basketball is needed later in the session. This class will take place on the grassy area in front of Freestone Recreation Center.

5-8 YEARS 20074 SAT 3/21-5/16* 11:20am-12:05pm FRC $98 20075 SUN 3/22-5/17* 12:30-1:15pm FRC $98 7-10 YEARS 20076 W 3/18-5/13* 5:40-6:40pm FRC $98 Instructor: B.E.S.T. Staff *No class 4/8, 4/11, & 4/12 BASKETBALL SKILLS AND DRILLS WITH B.E.S.T. Our industry-leading basketball skills and drills clinics introduce and advance your players ability for ball handling, dribbling, defense, jumping, passing, shooting and the triple threat position. Our goal and focus is to maintain an energetic & highly active program that will teach, encourage and advance your young players regardless of their skill level. This is an extremely active, endurance-based class. Please bring your child’s favorite basketball with their name on it.

7-10 YEARS 20078 F 3/20-5/15* 6:35-7:35pm FRC $98 20077 SAT 3/21-5/16* 12:55-1:55pm FRC $98 Instructor: B.E.S.T. Staff *No class 4/10 & 4/11 SOCCER SKILLS TRAINING WITH B.E.S.T. Our industry-leading weekly soccer class will teach your kids the skills of soccer by offering activities such as: dribbling, kicking, throw-ins, goalie skills, (age permitting: scrimmaging) and more! Our goal and focus is to maintain an energetic & highly active program that will teach, encourage and advance your young players regardless of their skill level. Please bring an age appropriate soccer ball with your child's name on it and a water bottle. This class will take place on the grassy area in front of Freestone Recreation Center.

5-8 YEARS 20079 F 3/20-5/15* 4:50-5:35pm FRC $98 Instructor: B.E.S.T. Staff *No class 4/10

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VOLLEYBALL SKILLS & DRILLS BY B.E.S.T. Our industry-leading Volleyball skills and drills clinics will teach Volleyball terminology, good sportsmanship, passing, serving under and overhand, bumping, setting, spiking, digging and more. Our goal and focus is to maintain an energetic and highly active program that will allow your player to enjoy and learn the joy of the game that will teach, encourage and advance your young players regardless of their skill level. Soft-Touch Volleyballs are provided, bringing your own knee and elbow pads are recommended.

7-10 YEARS 20080 SUN 3/22-5/17* 2:10-3:10pm FRC $98 Instructor: B.E.S.T. Staff *No class 4/12 FUNDAMENTALS OF BASKETBALL In this basketball class kids will learn the basics and fundamentals of basketball while having fun. They will also learn teamwork, sportsmanship and commitment. We will teach each kid the principal of basketball, so they can enhance their basketball skills. The objective of the class is to have each kid learn the game of basketball and develop new skills while having fun.

Learn from Coach Richardson a former professional athlete and take your game to the next level! These classes will take place on the basketball courts in Freestone Park near the Freestone Skate Park.

7-13 YEARS 20081 SAT 3/28-5/16* 10:30-11:30am FPARK $87 Instructor: Coach Carl Richardson *No class 4/11 FUNDAMENTALS OF FLAG FOOTBALL In this football class kids will learn the fundamentals of football while developing new skills. Kids will be coached by a former 5-year professional football player. Kids will learn teamwork, sportsmanship and commitment.

Kids will be trained at their skilled position which includes: OB, TE, RB, SS, FS, WR and CB. Participants will go through drills that will help improve their speed and agility. Kids will also compete during one-on-one sessions. Learn from Coach Richardson a former professional athlete and take your game to the next level! These classes will take place on the grassy area south of the Freestone Skate Park.

7-13 YEARS 20082 SAT 3/28-5/16* 11:30am-12:30PM FPARK $87 Instructor: Coach Carl Richardson *No class 4/11

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FUNDAMENTALS OF SPEED & AGILITY In this Speed and Agility class kids will learn the basics and fundamentals of speed and agility. Kids will learn teamwork, sportsmanship and commitment.

We will teach each kid the proper way to stretch and warm up to avoid injuries. Kids will go through circuit training throughout the course of the class, competing with other participants. The objective of this class is for each kid to have fun while becoming better athletes. Learn from Coach Richardson a former professional athlete and take your game to the next level! This class will take place on the grassy area south of the Freestone Skate Park.

7-13 YEARS 20083 SAT 3/28-5/16* 12:30-1:30pm FPARK $87 Instructor: Coach Carl Richardson *No class 4/11 GOLF READY JUNIOR SERIES Coach Mike Arrigoni, PGA Professional will provide instruction, perfect for both the true beginner and newly intermediate level golfer. Players will develop a proper pre-shot routine and jump right into making full swings and hitting golf balls.

The goal is to finish this session knowing how to practice and ready to tackle the golf course. Rules, etiquette and golf course management will be taught accordingly. Class is limited to 12 players. Closed toe shoes are required.

Western Skies Golf Club is located at 1245 E. Warner Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85296.

Week 1 Pre-shot fundamentals and basic swing shape Week 2 Chipping and pitching Week 3 Full iron swing from the fairway Week 4 Putting aim, stroke, speed control and reading the green 8-12 & 13-17 YEARS 20084 T 3/10-3/31 5-6pm WS $125 20085 T 4/7-4/28 5-6pm WS $125 20086 TH 3/12-4/2 5-6pm WS $125 20087 TH 4/9-4/30 5-6pm WS $125 20088 SAT 3/14-4/4 9-10am WS $125 20089 SAT 4/11-5/2 9-10am WS $125 Instructor: Mike Arrigoni, PGA

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INDOOR SWIM LESSONS BY BRITISH SWIM SCHOOL For 37 years, British Swim School has been dedicated to teaching water survival skills to children as young as three months old through adults. CEO Rita Goldberg founded British Swim School in 1981 and developed the unique and highly effective teaching methods that are a recognized trademark of the brand. Swim School currently operates out of nearly 200 schools within 21 states and is developing internationally within Canada and Turkey. The organization holds around 13,000 lessons per week nationally and conducted nearly 600,000 swimming lessons in 2017.

SWIM LESSONS FOR BEGINNERS-ADVANCED Geared towards gentle water exploration and developing the child’s awareness to the aquatic environment while introducing the water survival exercises used in later classes. The total aim is to build confidence and self-esteem as well as develop awareness, and the ability to respond to new challenges while giving your child independence to explore the aquatic environment. For the stroke development and pre-swim team levels, swimmers focus on the correct arm, leg and breathing coordination, and endurance and progress through the four strokes. Our Swim Club is a swim-team type practice. Youth swim for fun and fitness! These classes will take place at LA Fitness (LAF) 3625 S. Gilbert Rd., Gilbert AZ 85297.

7-12 YEARS TURTLE 2 (BEGINNER STROKE DEVELOPMENT) 20098 W 3/18-4/8 5:30-6pm LAF $125 20099 W 4/22-5/13 5:30-6pm LAF $125 SHARK 2 (ADVANCED STROKE DEVELOPMENT) 20096 M 3/16-4/6 6:30-7pm LAF $125 20097 M 4/20-5/11 6:30-7pm LAF $125 SHARK 1 (INTERMEDIATE STROKE DEVELOPMENT) 20094 W 3/18-4/8 4:30-5pm LAF $125 20095 W 4/22-5/13 4:30-5pm LAF $125 MINNOW (ADVANCED BEGINNERS) 20090 W 3/18-4/8 5-5:30pm LAF $125 20091 W 4/22-5/13 5-5:30pm LAF $125 STARFISH (BEGINNERS) 20092 F 3/20-4/10 5-5:30pm LAF $125 20093 F 4/24-5/15 5-5:30pm LAF $125 Instructor: British Swim School

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Cooking COOKIE DECORATING WORKSHOP Would you like to learn to make and decorate your own iced sugar cookies?

Enjoy this cookie decorating workshops and learn to ice like a pro! You will learn to make rolled sugar cookies that don’t spread, your own royal icing and how to decorate your delicious holiday themed creations!

16+ YEARS 19720 SAT 3/14 9-11am CC $30 19721 F 4/3 4:30-6:30pm CC $30 Instructor: Danielle Johnson

Arts & Crafts ART-OIL PAINTING Want to learn how to paint with oils? Now's your chance! Learn basic color theory and how to mix and apply paints. You'll end up with a masterpiece you'll be proud to hang on your wall. All levels welcome. Students will provide their own supplies. A supply list will be provided the first day of class.

16+YEARS 19719 F 3/20-5/15* 10:30pm-12pm CC $70 Instructor: Lisa Martineau *No Class 4/10 ART-DRAWING A drawing is the starting point of every work of art. Learn how to compose a masterpiece through perspective, shading, texture, and more in this fluid class that will take you places! Supplies will be provided.

16+YEARS 19717 T 3/17-5/12 5:15-6:45pm CC $78 Instructor: Lisa Martineau ART-WATERCOLOR In this class we will explore the world of aqueous media. Come try your hand at painting still life’s, flowers, wreaths, and more; all while using water soluble paint!

16+YEARS 19718 F 3/20-5/15* 12:30-2pm CC $70 Instructor: Lisa Martineau *No Class 4/10

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MAY THE FOURTH COOKIE DECORATING WORKSHOP In a galaxy far, far away cookies were always beautifully decorated and wonderfully tasty, but on May the 4th those skills can be learned and used right at home! Use your force and create the cutest little creatures that are out of this world! Yoda not want to miss this class! In this special cookie decorating workshop you will learn the tips and tricks to roll, bake and ice like a pro and you will go home with a half dozen deliciously decorated sugar cookies!

10+YEARS 19722 M 5/4 4:30-6:30pm CC $30 Instructor: Danielle Johnson MOMMY AND ME COOKIE DECORATING WORKSHOP Join us for this special Mother’s Day cookie workshop where you and your children will work together to create edible works of art! Nothing is more special than spending quality time learning something new with your child, so register now to make memories and learn skills that will last forever!

7+ YEARS 19723 SAT 5/2 9-11am CC $50 per couple 19724 SAT 5/2 9-11am CC $30 per additional child Instructor: Danielle Johnson

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Dance/Cheer FAMILY HIP HOP DANCE Fun for the whole family! Everyone will get to learn some basic moves in the center and across the floor, that we’ll turn into a high energy combo to dance and show off together!

5+ YEARS 19900 SAT 4/4-5/16* 10-10:50pm FRC $32 Instructor: Jenn Myers *No class 4/11 SALSA DANCE PARTY Eso si que es!! That’s what it is! Taught in a family/group friendly setting, try this upbeat, challenging, energizing dance style! No experience required!

5+ YEARS 19899 SAT 4/4-5/16* 11-11:50pm FRC $32 Instructor: Jenn Myers *No class 4/1

Health & Fitness BABY & MAMA YOGA-PARENT TOT See HEALTH & FITNESS section under PARENT/TOT for class description and info.

BEGINNING YOGA This class is for those interested in learning more about yoga. We will work on traditional yoga poses both standing and sitting, breathing techniques and simple meditation practices. This class is perfect for beginners. Yoga mats available.

16+ YEARS 20058 M 3/16-5/11 6-7pm MPAC $49 20059 F 3/20-5/15 9-10am MPAC $49 Instructor: Jeanette Runnings

CO-ED INDOOR FITNESS True Body Fitness offers a fun and friendly way to torch calories. Classes are taught by a Certified Personal Trainer, Maggie Colecchia, who can modify or progress workouts, so ALL FITNESS LEVELS ARE WELCOME. Silver Sneakers FLEX is now accepted for all classes. In order to register with the Silver Sneakers FLEX program, you must come to class early to get registered.

Flexible options allow you to decide how many classes to take each month: 4, 6, 8, 10 or unlimited. Bring your yoga mat and water. See course code 19579 for February, 19580 for March, 20100 for April, & 20101 for May. 4 Class Package-$35 10 Class Package-$65 6 Class Package-$45 Unlimited Class Package-$70 8 Class Package-$55 Trial Class-$10 CARDIO EXPRESS Achieve a healthy weight and maintain it; increase endurance; reduce health risks and strengthen your heart; keep your mind clear and release endorphins to help cope with stress…Need any more reasons to do cardio training? If you are short on time, Cardio Express does it all in a half-hour. Kickboxing, step, sports drills, you just never know what we’ll be doing from one class to another. Take this class by itself or pair it with our 45-min Total Body Toning class and you have just given yourself a total body work-out that is not only challenging but fun.

16+ YEARS M 6-6:30pm SERL GENTLE YOGA This beginners class uses mild Yoga poses to create balance in our bodies to promote strength, flexibility and endurance. This is a co-ed class.

16+ YEARS W 6:45-7:30pm SERL SAT 9:15-10am SERL

TOTAL BODY FITNESS Lean muscle mass naturally diminishes with age. This strength training program focuses on all major muscle groups to help develop strong bones, manage your weight, improve your ability to do everyday activities, achieve better balance, manage chronic conditions and sharpen your thinking skills.

16+ YEARS M 6:30-7:15pm SERL W 6-6:45pm SERL SAT 8:30-9:15am SERL

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Martial Arts CHINESE MARTIAL ARTS Participants will learn fundamental stances, single person and double person drills prearranged sets that are foundations of northern and southern Chinese Martial Arts. Participants should wear black sweat pants and white or plain black T-shirt and tennis shoes.

16+ YEARS 19896 T/TH 3/19-5/12 6:30-7:15pm FRC $85 Instructor: Peter Pena HUNG GAR KUNG FU A southern style of Kung FU that originated in the Shaolin Temple. Hung Gar will teach the practitioner stamina, flexibility and endurance by doing isometric exercises and postures. Self-defense and patience are part of this Martial Arts class. Participants should wear black sweat pants and white or plain black T-shirt and tennis shoes.

16+ YEARS 19874 W 3/18-5/13 7-9pm FRC $90 Instructor: Peter Pena SANCHIN-RYU KARATE Sanchin-Ryu is an artistic form of self-defense designed in a way, so that size and strength, age and athletic ability aren’t factors in defending one’s self. Taught on an individual basis, students study in a non-competitive environment while working on Sanchin-Ryu’s practical movements and non-nonsense approach to self-defense. To truly understand every facet of conflict resolution we study three levels of self-defense awareness; physical, mental and emotional. Emphasis is on having fun, building self-confidence, coordination, and leadership skills through the study of a true martial art.

Classes are taught in a fun, high-energy environment. Instructors: Black Belts; Steven Ahles, 7th Dan, Doug Sawyer, 3rd Dan, and Brent Sawyer 3rd Dan. SANCHIN-RYU KARATE-ADULT Students will learn alternatives to fighting and be empowered with techniques to handle everyday scenarios they may encounter at work, school, the park and even among friends. In a fun, high-energy, go-at-your-own pace environment students build self-confidence, develop focus, discipline and physical fitness. Students are taught the full form of Sanchin-Ryu, an artistic form of self-defense designed in a way, so that size, strength, age or athletic ability are not factors in defending one’s self.

16+ YEARS 20104 SAT 3/21-5/16* 8-9:30am FRC $60 Instructor: Sanchin-Ryu Karate Staff *No class 4/11

SANCHIN-RYU KARATE WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE Learn street-wise techniques designed in a way, so that size, strength, age or athletic ability are not factors in defending one's self. Learn to act on stressful situations rather than being controlled by them. Sign up for this class by yourself or with a family member or friend! Please wear comfortable clothing that does not restrict movement and covers the shoulders.

16+ YEARS 20102 TH 3/19-5/14 10-11am MPAC $45 20103 SAT 4/18 12-2:30pm FRC $24 Instructor: Sanchin-Ryu Karate Staff SANCHIN-RYU KARATE-ADVANCED See MARTIAL ARTS section under YOUTH for class description and info.

SANCHIN-RYU KARATE-FAMILY See MARTIAL ARTS section under YOUTH for class description and info.

TAI JI QUAN Introduction to Tai Ji Quan for people with no experience and wanting to be knowledgeable of this Chinese holistic style. Tai Ji Quan, which means Grand Ultimate Fist, is a classical Chinese internal martial arts system created out of the Daoist concept of balance. Tai Ji Quan, with its movement imitating the flow of water, in as exercise which improves balance, coordination, respiratory and cardiovascular systems. All levels are welcome. Participants should wear black sweat pants and white or plain black T-shirt and tennis shoes.

16+ YEARS 19886 T 3/24-5/12 7:30-8:30pm FRC $40 Instructor: Peter Pena

Special Interest ASHI, AED, CPR & FIRST AID TRAINING- ADULT, CHILD & INFANT Used properly, First Aid and CPR can SAVE LIVES! Learn proper techniques to be effective in an emergency. Recognize the signs/symptoms of injuries and sudden illness. Receive crucial information on emergencies such as bleeding, shock and burns. Recognize and treat life threatening emergencies such as cardiac arrest and choking. Upon completion of this course, participants will receive a two-year certification card.

16+ YEARS 19592 W 3/4 5:30-9pm SERL $40 20105 W 4/1 5:30-9pm SERL $43 20106 W 5/6 5:30-9pm SERL $43 Instructor: Cross’ Lifeline Emergency Staff

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CLASSES 16+ YEARS CREATIVE WRITING WORKSHOPS See SPECIAL INTEREST section under YOUTH for workshop descriptions and info.

PROGRAMMING: BEGINNER Learn how to program in C/C++, Java, or Python in this project-based class!

You will learn the essentials of C/C++, Java, or Python and the do’s and don’ts of programming! Computers are provided.

17+ YEARS (C/C++) 20107 SAT 3/21-5/16* 3:30-4:45pm MPAC $150 17+ YEARS (JAVA) 20108 SAT 3/21-5/16* 2-3:15pm MPAC $150 17+ YEARS (PYTHON) 20109 SAT 3/21-5/16* 11:30am-12:45pm MPAC $150 Instructor: Engineer Success Staff *No class 4/11 PHOTO ORGANIZATION & SCRAPBOOKING The Scrapbooking Workshop is an open, fun workshop surrounded by other scrapbookers and photo organizers. You will have space and time to complete your albums. The workshop is open to all digital and traditional scrapbookers as well as those who attended the Digital Photo Stress to Digital Photo Peace class. Tips and ideas will be shared throughout the day. You can choose to take the all-day workshop or a half day. Bring your own supplies to complete a traditional printed photo album. Scrapbook supplies kits are available for purchase in the case you were to run out of supplies to complete your album.

Bring your laptops and digital pictures and/or printed pictures.

18+ YEARS 19601 SAT 2/29 9:45am-1:00pm MPAC $20 19602 SAT 2/29 9:45am-4:45pm MPAC $25 20111 SAT 3/21 9:45am-1:00pm MPAC $20 20112 SAT 3/21 9:45am-4:45pm MPAC $25 20013 SAT 4/25 9:45am-1:00pm MPAC $20 20014 SAT 4/25 9:45am-4:45pm MPAC $25 Instructor: Debra Durma SAVE YOUR PHOTOS & VIDEOS Are your pictures and videos overwhelming you? Do you have digital pictures and videos on the computer, camera cards, iPhones, iPads, etc.? Do you have printed pictures in boxes, drawers, closets, etc.? Would you like to find a picture for your son/daughter’s school project, but have no idea where it would be? Are you afraid if you lose your phone or your computer crashes that all your digital photos and videos would be gone? If you answered yes to any of these questions, then this class is for you. This class will help you take your photo and video mess and turn it into a beautifully, organized collection of memories that your family will enjoy for generations. Class 1: Set-up your photo and video goals, learn the basics of ABC photo organization, and learn methods to store photos and videos safely. Class 2: We review more photo organization techniques, learn photo editing tricks and understand the basics for safely sharing photos.

18+ YEARS 19596 TH 2/20-2/27 10:00am-11:30pm MPAC $30 19597 TH 2/20-2/27 6-7:30pm MPAC $30 20116 T 3/17-3/24 10:00am-11:30pm MPAC $30 20117 T 3/17-3/24 6-7:30pm MPAC $30 20118 TH 4/30-5/7 10am-11:30pm MPAC $30 20119 TH 4/30-5/7 6-7:30pm MPAC $30 Instructor: Debra Durma

Sports

ARCHERY FOR WOMEN Take some ME TIME. Join us in learning the great sport of archery. We’ll have fun and get a workout without even trying. We have all the equipment you need but bring your own if you’d like. Don’t worry if you have never shot, we will teach you how. A $20 supply fee will be collected by the instructor on the first day of class. The Gilbert Archery Range (GAR) is located on the open lot on Freestone Parkway across the street from Freestone Recreation Center.

18+ YEARS 20120 W 4/15-5/6 9-10am GAR $60 Instructor: Gilbert Archery Staff ARCHERY FOR BEGINNERS & INTERMEDIATE See SPORTS section under YOUTH for class description and info.

CARDIO TENNIS Cardio Tennis is a great way for players of all skill sets to enjoy the game. You’ll get an AMAZING workout, a chance to socialize and enhance your tennis skills in just one hour! Set to upbeat music, cardio tennis will keep your heart rate up and your feet moving for a fun workout. Taught by USPTA certified tennis instructor. Players need to provide own racquet.

16+ YEARS

T 10/22-12/17* 10:30-11:30am MPAC $45 Instructor: Karen Fleissner GOLF READY FOR ADULTS SERIES Coach Mike Arrigoni, PGA Professional will provide instruction, perfect for both the true beginner and newly intermediate level golfer. Players will develop a proper pre-shot routine and jump right into making full swings and hitting golf balls.

The goal is to finish this session knowing how to practice and ready to tackle the golf course. Rules, etiquette and golf course management will be taught accordingly. Class is limited to 12 players. Close toe shoes are required.

Western Skies Golf Club is located at 1245 E. Warner Rd., Gilbert, AZ 85296.

Week 1 Pre-shot fundamentals and basic swing shape Week 2 Chipping and pitching Week 3 Full iron swing from the fairway Week 4 Putting aim, stroke, speed control and reading the green 17+ YEARS 20121 T 3/10-3/31 6-7pm WS $165 20122 T 4/7-4/28 6-7pm WS $165 20123 TH 3/12-4/2 6-7pm WS $165 20124 TH 4/9-4/30 6-7pm WS $165 20125 SAT 3/14-4/4 10-11am WS $165 20126 SAT 4/11-5/2 10-11am WS $165 Instructor: Mike Arrigoni, PGA

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Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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Active Adult PROGRAMS 50+ YEARS

Active Adult Classes We provide a wide variety of recreational, educational and leisure activities for adults 50 years of age and “BETTER”! Adults 50+ have first priority; however, adults under 50 may participate in certain activities if space is available. Please call the Senior Center if you have any questions, 480503-6059. Join us for these fun events and to view more visit us online at gilbertaz.gov/seniors.

CHAIR EXERCISE Join us for a non-impact exercise class. Chair Exercises are workouts done while seated in a chair, or sometimes standing next to or behind the chair for stability.

T/TH 8:30-9am CC FREE GENTLE YOGA This class focuses on restorative and gentle stretching of yoga to increase flexibility and strength. This class is excellent for those with limited mobility or beginners.

W 9-10am CC FREE LINE DANCING Learn to line dance! Alleviate stress and exercise to great music with wonderful people. New participants are always welcome!

M 11:15am-12:15pm CC $3 (Beginners) W 11:15am-12:15pm CC $3 SILVER SNEAKERS The Silver Sneakers Fitness Program is an innovative health, exercise and wellness program helping our seniors to live healthy and active lifestyles.

Come join us for a fun way to exercise! Space is limited, first come first serve.

T 1-2pm CC FREE TH-Geri Fit 1-2pm CC FREE TAI CHI Tai Chi/Medical Chi Chong will help to relieve arthritis, stress, and enhance your immune system. This class is on-going. No registration required.

M 9-9:45am CC FREE ZUMBA Zumba combines a dance workout with a party-like atmosphere. Zumba takes the popular Latin-dance inspired workout to make it accessible for seniors. Zumba Gold builds cardiovascular health by challenging the heart and working the muscles of the hips, legs, and arms with dance moves.

M 8:45-9:45am CC FREE

Active Adult Social Events February

Barleens Arizona Opry Your home for Arizona’s wholesome family music entertainment. Enjoy music, great food, hilarious comedy and more! Transportation is provided, this is an off-site activity. Sign up from Jan. 22nd-Feb. 6th 2/20 5:15-10pm $45

March

Garage-East Wine Tasting Garage East, owned and operated by a former Gilbert Fire Department battalion chief. Come enjoy a wine tasting. Lunch on your own after at Joe’s Farm Grill Sign up from Feb. 18th-28th 3/5 11am $20 Card Making Class Join us for a fun class on making your very own greeting cards. Sign up from Feb. 27th-Mar. 6th.

3/10 11:45am-1pm $3 St. Patrick's Day Party There might be a pot of gold at the end of this party! Snacks will be served.

Sign up from Feb. 26th-Mar. 12th 3/17 10:30am FREE Feed My Starving Children Feeding America's Children packing meals for Hungry Children. Lunch is on your own after. Transportation is provided, this is an off-site activity. Sign up from Mar. 9th-20th 3/23 9am $3

April

Senior Expo We will have health vendors, free massages, handmade craft items, local businesses, etc. This is your opportunity to get all the info you need or ask questions about things you are curious about.

4/3 9:30-11:30am FREE Antelope Canyon & Boat Tour This includes a walking tour of Lower Antelope Canyon and a boat tour on Lake Powell up into the lowest portion of Antelope Canyon. Please note there are steep stairs that are required to go down to enter the canyon.

Picnic lunch included, dinner on your own. Sign up from Mar. 16th-31st 4/7 5:30-11pm $160 Card Making Class Join us for a fun class on making your very own greeting cards. Sign up Mar. 31st-April 9th 4/14 11:45am-1pm $3 D-Backs Baseball vs Pirates Come on out and join us for some great baseball! Games start at 12:40 pm. We will leave at 11:30 am. Transportation is provided, this is an off-site activity. Sign up from March 30th-April 8th 4/16 12:40pm $30

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Fat Cats Movies

Join us monthly at Fat Cats! Cost is $7 per person. The movie title will be announced on the day of the sign up. We will leave the center 45 minutes prior to the start of the movie.

MARCH 31 - Sign up from March 25-30 APRIL 28- Sign up fromApril 22-27 MAY 36- Sign up from May 20-25 Monthly Movies are offered at the center as well! On the 2nd Friday of every month at 1pm there will be a movie playing. Sign up in the activities book one day before so we can rent the movie. Min participants: 6

Come join us for good food, good company, and maybe even some laughs! LEAVING the Senior Center at 4pm. All participants attending must sign up in the Senior Center Office 480-503-6059.

FIBBER MAGEES

March 9 Sign up Feb. 25- March 8

TAI CHILI

April 1 Sign up March 17-31

Ongoing Activites for Active Adults at the Gilbert Senior Center ARTS & CRAFTS:

Scrapbooking & Craft Club: Free craft classes all supplies provided. Most Fridays from 12:15-3pm.

Knitting/Crocheting Club: Join us for knitting & crocheting projects every Wednesday at 12:30pm

CARDS & GAMES:

Bingo: Cost is .50 cents to play per card. limit 3 cards. Every Mon & Fri 10:15-11:30am Bridge Club: Every Mon At 10am & Thurs at 12:12pm Bunco: Wed at 12:30pm Rummikub Club: Every Tues & Thurs at 12:30pm Pinochle: Fri 9am-12pm Mahjong: Tues 1:15pm

COMPUTERS:

OUTREACH SERVICES:

Computer Lounge: The Community Center has a computer lounge with three public computers.

Computers are available daily during facility hours.

COMMUNITY FREE “LIBRARY”: A great way to share a book! Take one with you and either return to the library or pass them alog to others. Donations welcome.

The following services are available by appointment only. Benefit help, lawyer services, SNAP, please call 480-503-6061 to schedule your appointment today!

HEALTH & WELLNESS:

SOCIAL FUN

Blood Pressure Checks: Join us on the 2nd & 4th Tues of every month from 10am-12pm Health Presentations: We will cover different topics every topics very month. 12:15pm most starts times.

Fitness Center: The Center has a paid for usage fitness center available. Cost of monthly membership is $15 or pay a $2 daily fee.

Entertainment & Dancing: Join us every Tues & Thurs from 11am-12pm.

Movies: Held the 2nd Friday of the month for a movie & popcorn. Movie start time is 1pm.

For information on becoming a members of the Gilbert Senior Center please visit the center for a tour. For details call 480-503-6059 or visit our website.

Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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Perry Library PROGRAMS

Perry Library

1965 E. Queen Creek Rd. 602-652-3000 Visit us online at MCLDAZ.org

STORYTIME BABY LAPSIT STORYTIME In baby storytime we have fun sharing books, lap-sit songs and rhymes, puppets, bubbles and more focusing on the interaction between caregiver and child. Learn tips to build a foundation for reading at home. Playtime and social time follows program. This program is for babies ages birth to 18 months ONLY accompanied by a caregiver. Older siblings may not be in the room during this program so if you are unable to attend because you have older children we invite you to try our Wednesday and Thursday storytimes for all ages!

0-18 MONTHS T 3/24-3/31 10:15-11am Perry Free BOPPIN’ BUGS TODDLER STORYTIME This storytime is designed with your toddler in mind. This time is filled with music and movement, a story, and social time for toddlers 18-36 months and caregivers for some fun cooperative play. Tickets will be distributed on a first come first served basis. One ticket per person, not per party and you must be physically present to receive one. Keep in mind seating is limited to ensure the quality of storytime and once storytime begins no late comers will be admitted so arrive early to ensure your spot!

18-36 MONTHS T 3/24-3/31 11:15am-12pm Perry Free

CUDDLE UP FOR STORIES Join us Tuesday evenings for family storytime, convenient for families with caregivers who work outside the home. Best for kids 2-5 but open to all ages. Kids can come in PJs ready to cuddle up for interactive stories and plenty of music and movement appropriate for this wide age range.

T 3/24-3/31 6-6:30pm Perry Free WEDNESDAY WIGGLES: ALL AGES STORYTIME Join Miss Jennifer for all ages storytime! Best for kids 2-5 but open to all ages. This storytime will engage kids with interactive stories and plenty of music and movement appropriate for this wide age range. Tickets will be distributed outside the library on a first come first served basis before we open at 10. One ticket per person, not per party and you must be physically present to receive one. Keep in mind seating is limited to ensure the quality of storytime and once storytime begins no late comers will be admitted so arrive early to ensure your spot.

W 3/18-3/25 10:15-10:45am Perry Free W 3/18-3/25 11:15-11:45am Perry Free

THURSDAY TALES: ALL AGES STORYTIME Best for kids 2-5 but open to all ages. This storytime will engage kids with interactive stories and plenty of music and movement appropriate for this wide age range. Tickets will be distributed outside the library on a first come first served basis before we open at 10. One ticket per person, not per party and you must be physically present to receive one. Keep in mind seating is limited to ensure the quality of storytime and once storytime begins no late comers will be admitted so arrive early to ensure your spot!

TH 3/19-5/14 10:15-10:45am Perry Free TH 3/19-5/14 11:15-11:45am Perry Free SENSITIVE STORYTIME Sensitive storytime welcomes all types of learners and is especially good for wigglers 2 - 5 years old who have trouble in regular storytime, have sensitivities to noise or crowds or are on the spectrum. Play time follows a shortened version of storytime where the library will provide toys and activities for intentional play which encourages early literacy skills! This playtime provides the necessary bonding with your child as well as social time for your child with their peers. No Registration-Tickets will be handed out 15 minutes prior on a first come first served basis to the first 15 kids and their caregivers. As always you must be present to get a ticket, please come early to ensure your spot.

F 3/27, 4/10, 4/24 11:15am-12pm Perry Free

CHILDREN'S PROGRAMS BUILD IT! For the build it program we will be providing items for a free building day. Kids 7-12 may build whatever they wish using their imagination, engineering skills and cooperation. Registration is required at www. mcldaz.org.

7-12 YEARS W 3/18 1:30-2:30pm Perry Free

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CODING AND ROBOTS AND TECH, OH MY! For grade school children ages 8-12. Interested in the newest and coolest technologies? Ever wanted to program a robot or drone? Longing to write your own line of code? Join us on the first Monday of the month between 4-5:30 PM for a rotating array of computer/technological programming.

Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

8-12 YEARS M 4/6, 5/4 4-5:30pm Perry Free MAGIC TREE HOUSE BOOK CLUB Once a month kids in 1st-3rd grade will meet for our Magic Tree House book club! Each month we will talk about the adventures of Jack and Annie and do a craft or activity that relates to the theme or place they visited.

Reserve your book early so you have time to read it BEFORE we meet on the last Wednesday of every month (adjustments may be made around holiday dates). We will hold a select number of copies at Perry (first come, first served). Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

1-3 GRADES W 3/25, 4/29 4-4:45pm Perry Free

Teen Programs THE PERRY STEM CHALLENGE Children ages 8-12 will play, learn, and participate in friendly competitions involving the fields of science, technology, engineering, and math.

Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

8-12 YEARS M 4/20 4-4:45pm Perry Free TEEN BOOK CLUB OF AWESOMENESS MEETING Our Book Club of Awesomeness allows teens to read what they want based on a monthly theme. See our calendar of events at www.mcldaz.org for titles. Each teen will be given a copy of the book to use. We will also discuss our Pop Sugar Reading Challenge progress. All teens are welcome to come and talk about their favorite teen books. In the Teen Room.

W 3/25 3-4:30pm Perry Free

NONFICTION BOOK GROUP Join us each month for a lively discussion of a non-fiction selection.

M 4/6, 5/4 1-2:30pm Perry Free

Adult Programs

CREATIVE WRITING Always wanted to be a writer or working on your novel, but need some editing? If so, join our group.

Note: Bring a sample of your writing each month.

W 4/8, 5/13 12:30-3pm Perry Free GET CRAFTY For adults ages 18+. Join us for an evening of crafty, Pinterest-inspired fun!

Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

M 3/30, 4/27 5:45-6:45pm Perry Free

Family Programs BATTLE OF THE BOOKS DISTRICT BATTLE Perry is hosting the Higley School District's battle starting at 5:00 p.m. in the main area of the library.

T 4/28 5-6:45pm Perry Free

STITCH & FRIENDS Drop off blankets or volunteer your time the 3rd Saturday of each month through service projects for Project Linus, an organization that provides handmade blankets for children in need.

SAT 3/21, 4/18, 5/16 10am-1:30pm Perry Free

TEEN MAKERSPACE Teens are invited to the TEEN ROOM to build, create, complete a challenge, figure out a puzzle, or try new technology. All materials are provided. Make and take will vary each month. Come hang out and relax your mind, or challenge it. No registration required.

TH 3/26 3-4pm Perry Free

Adult Book Discussion ADULT BOOK GROUP Join us each month on the 4th Monday at 10:30am to read and discuss a work of literary fiction. Check Perry Library’s events calendar each month for the current book at www.mcldaz.org.

ADULTS 18+ M 3/23, 4/27 10:30am12pm Perry Free

Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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Southeast Regional Library PROGRAMS

Southeast Regional Library 775 N. Greenfield Rd. 602-652-3000

Visit us online at MCLDAZ.org

Storytimes BABY AND DADDY LAPSIT Fathers and or father figures introduce your baby to the joys of reading!

Infants (ages 0-18 months) and their fathers and or father figures will enjoy a special one-on-one storytime designed to encourage the development of language and motor skills through stories, songs, rhymes, movement and fingerplays.

SAT 3/28, 4/25 10:15-10:45am SERL Free BABY LAPSIT Introduce baby to the joys of reading! Infants (ages 0-18 months) and their grownups will enjoy a special one-on-one storytime designed to encourage the development of language and motor skills through stories, songs, rhymes, movement, and fingerplays. Registration and/or tickets are not required, but space is limited for safety and comfort. To provide quality one-on-one bonding time, and to accommodate all participants, we politely ask that older siblings not attend these storytimes. Please ask about our storytimes for toddlers, preschoolers, and families.

0-18 MONTHS T 3/17-5/12 10:15-10:45am SERL Free T 3/17-5/12 11:15-11:45am SERL Free FAMILY STORYTIME Families, gear up for summertime this month as we enjoy books, music, movement, and activities that encourage early literacy skills for all ages!

Registration and/or tickets are not required, however, space is limited for quality, safety, and comfort. Parents and caregivers are expected to stay with their children during storytimes.

W 5/6 10:15-10:45am SERL Free W 5/6 11:15-11:45am SERL Free M 5/11 10:15-10:45am SERL Free M 5/11 11:15-11:45am SERL Free TH 5/14 10:15-10:45am SERL Free TH 5/14 11:15-11:45am SERL Free

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PRESCHOOL STORYTIME Promote school readiness in your preschooler! Children (ages 3-5) and their grownups will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, and activities that encourage early literacy skills, as well as a lifelong love of reading and learning.

Registration and/or tickets are not required, but space is limited for quality, safety, and comfort. Parents and caregivers are expected to stay with their children during storytimes.

3-5 YEARS TH 3/19-4/30 10:15-10:45am SERL Free TH 3/19-4/30 11:15-11:45am SERL Free TODDLER TIME Discover letters, numbers, colors, and more with your toddler! Children (ages 1-3) and their grownups will enjoy stories, songs, rhymes, fingerplays, and movement activities that explore the fundamentals of language, literacy, and learning. Registration and/or tickets are not required, however, space is limited for quality, safety, and comfort. Parents and caregivers are expected to stay with their children during storytimes. To maintain a comfortable atmosphere and avoid distraction, latecomers will not be admitted.

1-3 YEARS W 3/18-4/29 10:15-10:45am SERL Free W 3/18-4/29 11:15-11:45am SERL Free

Children’s Programs BABY OLYMPICS Does your baby have what it takes to compete in the Baby Olympics? Have fun exploring and discovering with 45 minutes of sensory play. Registration not required, but space is limited.

F 4/3, 5/1 10:15-11am SERL Free HORRIBLE HISTORIANS Do you love learning about the vile parts of history? Are you interested in the gruesome things that people have done in the past? Well, this is the club for you! Join us as we dig into the past to uncover the most disgusting parts of ancient and medieval history.

8-13 YEARS TH 4/9, 5/14 3:45-4:45pm SERL Free KID’S CRAFT CLUB Calling all crafters ages 6-12! Come join us every fourth Thursday of the month for our Kid's Craft Club where you can get creatively crafty. Our craft varies each month, so you won't want to miss it! Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org as supplies are limited. Please be prompt as instructions will be given at the beginning of the program.

6-12 YEARS TH 3/26, 4/23 4-4:45pm SERL Free

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Southeast Regional Library PROGRAMS

KID’S CRAFTERNOON BOOK CLUB Kids (ages 8-12), join us at our crafty book club! Come prepared to talk about a book of your choosing that you have read recently. We will take a little time to create art projects that represent our book and then share them with the rest of the group. Feel free to bring the book you want to share along with you, but it is not required. Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

8-12 YEARS TH 4/2, 5/7 3:45-4:45pm SERL Free KID’S STEAM LAB Do you love a good experiment? Enjoy figuring out how things work?

Whether you're an amateur or an expert, STEAM Lab will engage you in science, technology, engineering, art, and math topics that are fun for anyone! Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org as supplies are limited. Please be prompt as instructions will be given at the beginning of the program.

7-12 YEARS T 4/7, 5/5 6:30-7:30pm SERL Free LEGO CLUB Kids- are you up for a challenge? Come join us on the third Thursday of every month for some LEGO fun! Please be prompt, as we will announce the building challenge at the beginning of each session. Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org due to limited supplies.

6-12 YEARS TH 3/19, 4/16 4-4:45pm SERL Free PAWS 2 READ PAWS 2 Read pairs Delta-registered therapy animals and their handlers with young readers. Warm, brown eyes and happy grins make all the difference to children's reading experiences resulting in an increase in reading levels and word recognition, and a higher desire to read and write. The animals listen and don't tease, laugh, or judge the children. Plus, the animals love to be read to! Sign up for a therapy animal will begin at 10:15 a.m. for a 15-minute time slot between 10:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. Which animal the child will read to will be on a first-come, first-served basis the day of the program. Please go to the PAWS sign-up table in the Youth Services area of the library.

SAT 4/11, 5/9 10:30am-12pm SERL Free WEE PLAY Drop in for a half hour of free play and social time for babies, ages 0-24 months, and their caregivers. Enjoy books, music, and a variety of developmentally appropriate toys that encourage curiosity and discovery.

This is a great opportunity to introduce your little one to the library, make new friends, and connect through play! Registration is not required, but space is strictly limited for safety and comfort.

0-24 MONTHS F 3/27, 4/24 10:15-10:45am SERL Free

Teen Programs OUT: A TEEN ALLIANCE LGBT+ teens and the LGBT+ community's allies are invited to Southeast Regional Library for Out: A Teen Alliance. This program will vary monthly as we discuss different topics effecting teens and the LBGT+ community.

Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

13-18 YEARS T 3/17, 4/21 6-7:30pm SERL Free TEENS CRAFTER HOURS Teens, enjoy exploring new crafts? Join us for this fun evening of crafting!

Each time we meet we make a new project. All materials are provided.

Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

12-18 YEARS W 4/8, 5/13 6-7:30pm SERL Free

Book Discussions BOOKENDS: ADULT FICTION DISCUSSION GROUP Adults of all ages read and discuss fiction titles on the third Tuesday of each month.

T 3/17, 4/21 10:30am-12pm SERL Free MONDAY MORNING MUSINGS Join us each month for a lively discussion of titles by debut authors. We meet the 2nd Monday at 10:30am.

M 4/13, 5/11 10:30am-12pm SERL Free MYSTERY BOOK DISCUSSION Join us each month as we discuss a title from the mystery, thriller or suspense genres.

T 4/14, 5/12 7-8pm SERL Free

Adult Programs CITIZEN SCIENCE MEET UP Contribute to scientific research by participating in citizen science. Connect with others in the community and learn about new opportunities, share your findings, and learn what the library has to offer to support citizen science efforts. Come connect with others who love science. For adults and students age 10 and up accompanied by an adult. Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

10 YEARS AND UP T 4/14 4-5pm SERL Free T 5/12 4-5pm SERL Free COLOR ME RELAXED! Join us for adult coloring and conversation. If you never find time at home, come relax and de-stress. We provide supplies, and free designs.

You're also welcome to bring your own pages and supplies if you'd like.

Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org; seating is limited.

T 3/31, 4/28 6:30-7:30pm SERL Free

Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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COMPUTER BASICS Learn the necessary skills to begin using computers! Join us to cover using a computer mouse, keyboard, and practice using various introductory computer programs. This class is for those new to computers and requires no previous experience. Registration is not required, but is encouraged; available seats (limit 12) are first come first served. Computers will be available during the session. Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

F 3/20 10-11:30am SERL Free TH 4/23 6-7:30pm SERL Free CREATIVE CRAFTERS Join us at the library to talk about crafts and create your own with other local enthusiasts! New crafters and all skill levels are always welcome. Stay tuned for this month's project theme! Project is self-directed, all supplies will be provided. Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

M 4/20 10-11:30am SERL Free LIBRARY 101 Learn how to navigate the library and get the most out of your library card! We will cover how to find the books and media you need, online resources, holds & requests, how to sign-on to library computers, and more! Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

W 3/25 3:30-4:30pm SERL Free MILITARY HISTORY CLUB Join us once a month for discussion on different military events that changed the course of history. Registration is required at www.mcldaz. org.

T 3/31, 4/28 4-5pm SERL Free MOSQUITO SCIENCE Mosquitoes are pesky, but worse, mosquitoes can spread dangerous diseases such as West Nile Virus and Zika. Join us for a hands-on exploration of mosquitoes and learn how you can join scientists in identifying the species of larvae that are found here in Gilbert. We'll make mosquito larvae traps that you can take home to continue this citizen science activity.

Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

10 YEARS AND UP M 4/6 3:30-5pm SERL Free ONE-ONE-ONE DIGITAL ASSISTANCE If you need assistance learning how to download digital eBooks or audiobooks to your reading device, then please stop in for personalized assistance with a library professional. Assistance is limited to questions about digital books and services and will not address specific technical questions about each device. Please be prepared with the basic use of your device such as accessing device settings, accessing WIFI, how to login.

M 3/23-5/11 11am-12pm SERL Free *No class 1/20 THURSDAY NIGHT FILM CLUB Join us on the first Thursday of each month as we view and discuss film classics and favorites from the 30s through the 80s. General discussion will take place after film screenings, as time allows. Stay tuned for this month's movie title!

TH 4/2, 5/7 6-8pm SERL Free

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CITIZEN SCIENCE MEET UP Contribute to scientific research by participating in citizen science. Connect with others in the community and learn about new opportunities, share your findings, and learn what the library has to offer to support citizen science efforts. Come connect with others who love science. For adults and students age 10 and up accompanied by an adult. Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

10 YEARS AND UP T 4/14 4-5pm SERL Free T 5/12 4-5pm SERL Free DOGS WITH JOBS Have you ever wondered how they train The Maricopa County Sheriff's K-9 unit, what breeds are best for search and rescue, or what dogs do for the Arizona Department of Corrections? Register for the Southeast Regional Library's "Dogs with Jobs" program series and each week; learn how several organizations use their four-legged companions to perform jobs that that keep us safe. Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

W 3/18, 3/25 4-5pm SERL Free EARTH DAY 2020 Celebrate the 50th anniversary of Earth Day! Choose your favorite programs to attend, visit the environmental fair, and learn about protecting our planet. Hosted by the Town of Gilbert and the Maricopa County Library District.

SAT 4/18 8:30am-12pm SERL Free EARTH FRIENDLY GARDENING Gardening without pesticides and chemicals is easy with the guidance of Gilbert's Environmental Services team. This interactive workshop will be packed with tips, techniques and recipes to create a wide variety of homemade gardening products at home. Each participant will leave with a bottle of chemical free gardening solution. Come join this fun group and explore the possibilities of "greening your gardening"! Please see our calendar of events for individual programs and register for programs at www.mcldaz.org.

SAT 4/18 9-9:30am SERL Free FAMILY NATURE WALKS Join Gilbert Naturalist Jennie Rambo for a tour of the Riparian Preserve.

Observe diverse species of beautiful ducks, elegant shorebirds in the ponds, songbirds and jewel-like hummingbirds along the trails. Learn about the wonders of bird migration, native trees, wildflowers and the importance of riparian habitats and water conservation.

SAT 3/14 9-10:30am RIPARIAN Free SAT 4/11 9-10:30am RIPARIAN Free Instructor: Jennie Rambo MOSQUITO SCIENCE Mosquitoes are pesky, but worse, mosquitoes can spread dangerous diseases such as West Nile Virus and Zika. Join us for a hands-on exploration of mosquitoes and learn how you can join scientists in identifying the species of larvae that are found here in Gilbert. We'll make mosquito larvae traps that you can take home to continue this citizen science activity.

Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

10 YEARS AND UP M 4/6 3:30-5pm SERL Free

Spring 2020 Recreation Guide

Southeast Regional Library PROGRAMS

NIGHT TIME STAY AND PLAY Families, join us for free play with puppets, felt boards, blocks and other activities sure to stretch your imagination! Registration not required, but space is limited.

TH 4/13, 5/11 6-6:45pm SERL Free POLLINATOR GARDEN TOUR Join us on a walking tour as we learn about the Pollinator Garden at the Riparian Preserve from Park Naturalist Jennie Rambo. You will learn about the different types of pollinators that frequent the garden as well as the plants they love to visit! Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

SAT 4/18 9:30-10am SERL Free SAT 4/18 10:30-11am SERL Free RECYCLING AND YOU! Have you ever been stumped when it comes to recycling certain things?

Worry no more! Join us as we discover how recycling in our community works as we learn from the experts from the Town of Gilbert Environmental Services Team. Registration is required at www.mcldaz.org.

SAT 4/18 10-10:30am SERL Free SLUMBER STORIES Shake your sillies out before bedtime and enjoy stories, rhymes, and songs for all ages! Children are encouraged to wear comfy pajamas, snuggles with their favorite bedtime buddy, and bring a grown-up to partake in the fun.

M 3/30, 4/27 6-6:30pm SERL Free

Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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Riparian Preserve

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Registration Begins: Feb. 25th • Register online at GilbertRecreation.com

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LIBRARY, POOLS & RIPARIAN INFORMATION LIBRARIES

Perry Library 1965 E. Queen Creek Rd. 602-652-3000

Southeast Regional Library M-TH 10am-9pm 775 N. Greenfield Rd. F-SAT 10am-5pm SUN 1-5pm 602-652-3000

M-TH 10am-7pm F-SAT 10am-4pm SUN Closed

Friends of the Library 775 N. Greenfield Rd. 480-539-5128

M-SAT 10am-4pm

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Swim Lessons

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Splash Pad

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Private Rentals

Junior Lifeguard Program

Diving Boards

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Public Swim Sessions

Mesquite Pool 100 W. Mesquite St. (480)503-6292

Play Features

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Kiddie Slides

Greenfield Pool 35 S. Greenfield Rd. (480)892-2414

Concessions

Aquacise Classes

Gilbertaz.gov/aquatics

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Perry Pool 1775 E. Queen Creek Rd. (480)503-6227

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Williams Field Pool 1900 S. Higley Rd. (480)503-6226

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RIPARIAN PRESERVES

Neely Ranch 215 N. Cooper Rd. Water Ranch 2757 E. Guadalupe Rd.

Shade Ramadas

Restrooms

Playground Equipment

Picnic Tables

Observatory

Lake/Fishing

Camping

Some areas are available for reservations.

Barbeque Grills

Riparianinstitute.org

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