Fall 2018 Havagood Times

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HavaGood Times Published by the Haverford Township Department of Parks & Recreation

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Fall 2018

Haverford Twp Day Saturday, Oct. 6

Understanding Neighbors Helping Neighbors Tolerance

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Humanity

A Compassionate Community Our theme for the 24th Haverford Township Day is “A Compassionate Community.� For information, see pages 10 and 11 or go to the website: www.HaverfordTownship.org/Parks

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Community Corner Parks and Recreation

Tim Denny Brian Barrett Eileen Mottola Larry Woods Kirsten Taylor Jesse Hart

Matt Duffus Jason O’Brien Jack DiNardo Jackie O’Doherty Jamie McCloskey

Commissioners

Director Assistant Director Facilities Coordinator Operations Supervisor Program Coordinator Program Coordinator Outdoor Reserve Supv.

Park Maintenance Rentals Supervisor Fitness Coordinator Administrative Assistant

1st - Steven D’Emilio 2nd - Mario Oliva 3rd - Kevin McCloskey 4th - Dan Siegel 5th - Andy Lewis 6th - Larry Holmes 7th - James McGarrity 8th - Gerry Hart 9th - Bill Wechsler Larry Gentile - Twp. Mgr.

Park Board

Jeannette Reinhart Ron O’Connor Rich Caroto Dave McArdle Bill Gormley Maria Pardini Michelle Alvare Lynanne St. Denis Nicole Maclean

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Mission Our mission is to make living in Haverford Township more enjoyable and healthier for you, your family and friends by providing top quality recreation programs, facilities and service.

Life. Be In It. *People of all abilities are welcome in our programs. With your help we will do all we can to meet your needs.*

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The Park Board meets the 4th Tuesday of each month at 7:30pm.

Table of Contents

CREC Open House...........................................3 CREC Drop In Fitness.....................................4 CREC Rentals..................................................5 CREC Health and Wellness....................... 6/7 Nature Series..................................................8 Trails News.......................................................9 Haverford Twp Day Info....................... 10/11 Youth Programs .......................12/13 Special Events/Winter Break....................14 Sports Clinics & Leagues............................15 Adult Programs...........................................16 Day Trips & Tickets.....................................17 Think Green/Park Improvement Update...18 Registration Info.........................................19 Looking Back at Summer............................20

Tim Denny, Director of Parks and Recreation, recognizes Asst. Director Brian Barrett for 30 years of full-time employment with the department and Rich Caroto for 20 years of service on the Park Board, at the 39th Life. Be In It. Day celebration held at Merry Place on August 3rd.

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Fitness Center Open House

Sunday, Sept. 30, 11:30am-4pm Come see how our fitness center and group classes can improve your life, energy, strength, movement and balance.

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• Sample 4 hours of FREE FITNESS CLASSES…like Beginner Cycle & Stretch, Barre, Pilates, Balance&Agility, T’ai Chi Chih®, Zumba Gold, Silver Sneakers Classic and BOOM. • Meet the fitness instructors and get your fitness questions answered.

• Enjoy free snacks and enter to win classes, fitness passes, and other great prizes!

Check our website: www.Haverfordtownship.org or stop at the CREC to see the Open House Class Schedule

Haverford Township Blood Drive Date: Thursday, October 11 Time: 1-6pm Location: CREC, 9000 Parkview Dr., Haverford, PA 19041

Coffee With a Cop

Wed., Oct. 3 (9-11am) Pop in to the CREC and join us for a cup of coffee with Haverford’s Finest.

It’s valuable to meet the officers that help keep Haverford Township safe.

To schedule an appointment (preferred), register at www.redcrossblood.org Sponsor code: CREC

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Fitness @ the CREC The CREC Fitness Center is designed to give you the health benefits of nature and the outdoors in a comfortable, welcoming setting. Away from traffic, noise and stress you can strengthen and rejuvenate your mind, body and spirit.

Fitness Center & Walking Track Hours Mon-Fri: 7am-8pm Saturday 8am-2pm

*Walking Track is free to Haverford Township Residents Residents - $5 Non-residents - $7 Discount passes available: 10 passes $40 $50 Resident Non-resident 20 passes $60 $75 Resident Non-resident 30 passes $75 $90 Resident Non-resident No Membership Fees, No Annual Fees.

*Discount Special* 3 months unlimited use $63 - resident $75 -nonresident

Jackie O’Doherty is an ACE certified fitness professional and is trained in various fitness disciplines. She is the creator of the Freedom Method and is a recognized expert in helping people over 55 improve balance and agility.

Basketball Courts

Shoot around by yourself or with friends. A great way to stay fit, work on your game or teach your child.

Times: 7am - 6pm Monday - Friday.* Times may change. Check website for updates: www.haverfordtownship.com/parks

Free Blood Pressure Screenings from Main Line Health Every first Monday of the month: October 1; November 5; December 3 CREC Lobby, 9-11am

Pickleball

Mon-Fri 9am-12pm Residents $3 - 10 passes $25 Non-residents $5 - 10 passes $35 Pickleball starts October 1.

For CREC information go to the www.haverfordtownship.com or call 484-380-2730

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Haverford Township Community Recreation & Environmental Center (CREC) • Preferred pricing for Haverford Township residents/businesses • Easy access to I-476 • State of the art A/V technology • Green-friendly, LEED certified facility • Friendly support staff • Flexible rooms and break-out space • Rentals everyday of the week • Outdoor deck overlooking Reserve • Catering kitchen

To reserve a space at the CREC or to view a video about rental opportunties, visit haverfordtownship.com/parks Contact Eileen Mottola at crecrental@havtwp.org for more information.

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CREC Fitness

Expanded class descriptions are available online (Click “Register for Activities”).

See our webstie for our weekly fitness schedule.

Beginner Cycle & Core

30 mins of cycle, followed by 20 mins of abdominal exercises for core strengthening on the mat.

Time: Thursday pm : 6-6:50pm 2 Sessions: 10/11-11/15, 11/29-1/3 Instructor: MaryAnn Rahman Fee: $70/session

Cycle

60-minute, high-intensity, calorie-blasting, cardio workout.

Fee: $70/session Time: Monday 7:15- 8:05pm (Maddy Shusterman) 2 Sessions: 10/15-11/26, 12/3-1/21 Time: Friday: 6-7am (Sandy McGuire) 2 Sessions: 10/12-11/16, 11/30-1/4 Time: Saturday: 7:30-8:30am (Sandy McGuire) 2 Sessions: 10/13-11/17, 12/1-1/15 Instructors: Sandy McGuire & Madeleine Shusterman

Cycle & Core

1-hour class includes 40 mins of high-intensity cycle, followed by 20 mins of challenging core work.

Fee: $70/session Time: Tuesday 6-7am Instructor: Sandy McGuire 2 Sessions: 10/9-11/13, 11/27-1/15

T’ai Chi Chih®

Calm movements proven to build inner strength, vitality, and mental clarity.

Time: Wednesday 11:30am-12:30pm 2 Sessions: 10/10-11/14, 11/28-1/2 Time: Thursday 7pm-8pm 2 Sessions: 10/11-11/15, 11/29-1/3 Instructor: Bruce Lee Fee: $65/session

Flow Yoga

Beginner/Intermediate

Yoga class with flowing poses to strengthen and detoxify the body.

Time: Saturday 8:45-9:45am 2 Sessions: 10/13-11/17, 12/1-1/5 Instructor: Nicole Baker Fee: $70/session

Barre Fitness

Tighten, tone and sculpt with this non-impact fitness class.

Time: Monday 6-7pm 2 Sessions: 10/15-11/26, 12/3-1/21 Time: Wednesday 6-6:50pm 2 Sessions: 10/10-11/14, 11/28-1/2 Time: Friday 9-10am 2 Sessions: 10/12-11/16, 11/30-1/4 Fee: $70/session Instructor: Deb Saldana I’ve belonged to many fitness centers over the years, but the CREC is by far the best place to exercise. The environment, the equipment, the cleanliness and people make it a joy to come and workout.

-Barbara M.

Hatha Yoga

Breathe, stretch, align, relax…Great class for beginners. Two classes on Tuesday evening to choose from: Time: Tuesday 6-6:55pm or 7:05-8pm.

2 Sessions: 10/9-11/13, 11/27-1/15 Intructor: Beth Ann Rush. Fee: $70/session The CREC Fitness Center is so convenientand offers great classes-just what I’ve always hoped for in a fitness center.

-Susan G.

Pilates

Mat exercises to develop core strength, endurance, and proper alignment. All fitness levels welcome.

Instructor: Alicia Papson Fee: $70/session Time: Tuesday 9-10am 2 Sessions: 10/9-11/13, 11/27-1/15 Time: Wednesday 7-8 pm 2 Sessions: 10/10-12/5, 12/12-1/16

There will be no fitness classes on Nov. 12, Nov. 22, Nov. 23, Dec. 24, Dec. 25, Dec. 31 and Jan 1.

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CREC Fitness For Active Older Adults (AOA) Guided Strength Workouts

All the benefits of personal training with a group of like-minded people. Meets twice a week.

Instructor: Jackie O’Doherty Time: Tuesday and Thursday 9-9:50am (Ages 50+) or 10-10:50am (All Ages) Fee: $55/session 3 Sessions: 10/9-11/15, 11/27-1/10

Beginner Cycle & Stretch

20 minutes of cycling followed by 20 minutes of seated and standing stretches.

Time: Wednesday 9-9:45am 2 Sessions: 10/10-11/14, 11/28-1/2 Instructor: Sandi Kirschner Fee: $65/session

Zumba Gold®

The dance fitness class for seniors!

Instructor: Elizabeth Luff Time: Tuesday 10:10-11am Fee: $65/session 2 Sessions: 10/9-11/13, 11/27-1/15

*All Silver Sneakers fitness classes are FREE to Silver Sneakers members.

Silver Sneakers Boom Mind

The best of Yoga and Pilates combined into one class.

Time: Monday 4:30-5:20pm 2 Sessions: 10/15-11/26, 12/3-1/21 Time: Wednesday 4:30-5:20pm 2 Sessions: 10/10-11/14, 11/28-1/2 Instructor: Mary Pat Hartline Fee: $65/session*

Silver Sneakers Chair Yoga For Arthritis

A chair yoga class specifically designed for those with Arthritis.

Time: Friday 4:30-5:20pm 2 Sessions: 10/12-11/16, 11/30-1/4 Instructor: Mary Pat Hartline Fee: $65/session*

Balance & Agility

Dynamic balance and stability training.

Time: Thursday 11:30am - 12:20pm 2 Sessions: 10/11-11/15,11/29-1/3 Instructor: Jackie O’Doherty Fee: $65/session

AOA Dance Party

A fun dance fitness class with upbeat music and easyto-follow moves.

Time: Thursday 10-10:45am 2 Sessions: 10/11-11/15,11/29-1/3 Instructor: Nakia Henderson Fee: $65/Session

Modern Square Dancing (Silver Sneakers Accepted)

Easy and fun! Healthy for the body and brain.

Time: Friday 1-2:30pm 2 Sessions: 10/12-11/16, 11/30-1/4 Instructor: John Anthony of “Dance With John” Fee: $65/session*

Silver Sneakers Classic

Exercises designed to increase strength, range of movement, and activities for daily living.

Time: Tuesday 2-3 pm 2 Sessions: 10/9-11/13, 11/27-1/15 Time: Thursday 1-2pm 2 Sessions: 10/11-11/15, 11/29-1/3 Instructor: Avante Bailey Fee: $65/session*

Silver Sneakers Yoga (Chair Yoga)

A variety of breathing and stretching exercises in seated and standing positions.

Time: Mon and Fri 11:15am-12:05pm 2 Sessions: 10/15-11/30, 12/3-1/25 Instructor: Beth Ann Rush Fee: $65/session*

There will be no fitness classes on Nov. 12, Nov. 22, Nov. 23, Dec. 24, Dec. 25, Dec. 31 and Jan 1.

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Nature Series Unless noted, all events meet at the CREC and are free of charge

Winterize Your Garden

Sun., September 30 (2-3:30pm) Properly winterizing the garden will not only help plants survive the short gray days and bitter nights that winter brings to much of the country, it’s an important step in ensuring the garden will produce colorful flowers in the spring. Join Master Gardener Joe Daniels as he shows you what to do.

Make an Edible Bird Wreath

Sun., November 11 (2-3:30pm) Hands on workshop—have fun making a bird wreath (edible glue, bird seed, raisins, dried fruit and decorations) that the birds can actually eat. Good for adults and children over 7. A little messy!

Please register ahead so we have all the supplies Fee (for supplies): $10

Composting 101

Sun., October 28 (2-3:30pm) Composting is a natural way to recycle decomposed organic materials. This process of decomposition creates compost, or rich soil. Statistics estimate that regular composting at home can remove roughly 500 pounds of household waste each year. This simple act directly benefits the environment by redirecting and repurposing waste once sent to landfills or incinerators. Come and learn how!

Great Pumpkin Carve

Sat., October 27 (10-11:30am) Fun for the entire family and no mess at home! We supply the carving tools, you bring the pumpkin.

Fee: $5 per pumpkin (please pre-register) Bring your own pumpkin (BYOP).

Environmental Education School Field Trips

We would like to host your school group during the 2018-2019 school year at the Haverford Reserve, which includes 124 acres of open space, two firstorder streams, four water retention basins, and a native-grass meadow. We offer 1.5 hours of education tailored towards the STEAM requirements in addition to free time at Freedom Playground. Fee: $7/student For more information, contact jhart@havtwp.org

Wear appropriate footwear for hikes. Pre-registration is recommended, but not required.

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Trail News Darby Creek Trail Feasibility Study

Chilly Trail Run 5k Saturday, December 1, 9AM Fee: $30 for adults; $15 ages 17 & under

The final report of the Darby Creek Feasibility Study was submitted to the Department of Conservation and Natural Resources. Because of private properties, there are major hurdles to overcome in order to complete the trail along the length of Darby Creek from Merry Place to Haverford Reserve. To see a copy of the report go to www.HaverfordTownship.org/Parks and click the link under “Events/Announcements.”

599 Glendale Rd. Property

The former office building of the Parks and Recreation Department is being auctioned for sale. The proceeds of the sale will be used for improvements to Merry Place and the Darby Creek Trail. A public easement to the Open Space behind the building will remain.

This 5K run will take you through 3 miles of beautiful trails in the Haverford Reserve. Great for beginners and seasoned trail runners alike!

All pre-registered runners receive long sleeve racing t-shirts. Light refreshments served after the race. Walk-up registration begins at 7:45am in the CREC lobby.

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Westgate Trail

2017 Chilly Trail Run Winners

Commissioner Steve D’Emilio meets with members of the Civic Association about the proposed Westgate Trail connector to the Darby Creek Trail.

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Haverford Township Day Schedule of Events Skatium Stage Newspaper Taxis (Music of the Beatles) Matt’s Machine (Rock, Pop, Soul) Skatium Area

9-11AM 1-3:45PM 10AM-3PM 11AM-3PM

12-3PM

2:30-4PM

Zip Line Henna Tattoos (Talia Kassie) Stilt Walker (Dick Rainer) Juggler (Jonathan Perry) Skatium Area Personalized Pet Bandanas (Joyce Lapp) Nail Art (Natalie Ayoub) Face Painter (Nancy the Clown) Balloon Sculptures (Silly Reba)

12:15-1PM 1-3:45PM

Brookline Stage Kids Entertainment (Janine Kelly) Jimmy Jorge & The Latin Express Brookline Blvd

1-3PM 12-3:30PM

Magic Show (Poly the Magician) Train, Moon Bounce, etc. (Children’s Rides) Brookline Fire House

12-12:45PM Haverford High School (Orchestra) Yale Rd. Stage 1-3:45PM

The De La Salle Orchestra (Big Band Music )

Free Skating at Skatium

A Compassionate Community Our theme for the 24th Haverford Township Day is “A Compassionate Community”. Compassion in this sense means to feel the struggles, sorrow, loneliness of our neighbors and those in our community and feeling compelled to do something about it . It may be through assisting an elderly neighbor, bringing meals to a family in crisis, comforting a friend who has suffered a loss, welcoming into your home someone who lost their home or children giving their toys to others…

Nomination Form

Do you know a person or organization that shows compassion to others within our community?

Send us their name and your reason for nomination and we will recognize them from the Main Stage on Haverford Township Day. For a nomination form, go to the Haverford Township Day page at www.HaverfordTownship.org/Parks.

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Haverford Township Day 5K Run/Walk

Kick off Haverford Township Day with a run/walk for Merry Place. Join your friends and neighbors and enjoy a run through the center of Havertown. The race begins and ends at the Middle School.

The race starts at 8:30am, registration begins at 7:30am.

Pre registration fee: $25 for adults and $10 for runners under 16.

2017 HTD 5K Run/Walk Winners Race day fee: $30 adults, $15 kids. *Proceeds from the 5K Run funded re-paving of the pathways at Merry Place. Register now at www.haverfordtownship.org/parks

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Youth Programs Small Fry Soccer

Small Fry is an instructor-led parent/child participation class that walks 3 & 4-year-old children through the first fundamental steps of soccer with age-appropriate, exciting, and fun games and activities.

Location: Chestnutwold Fee: $65 Ages: 3-4 with parent Time: 10:10-11am Dates: 12/1-1/12 (Sat)

Sports for Me

This program combines a fun-filled introduction to different sports through age-appropriate games and activities such as basketball, soccer, and baseball.

Ages: 4-5 Location: CREC Fee: $65 Time: 11-11:50am Dates: 12/1-1/12 (Sat)

HoopSTARS

This clinic, perfect for you and your young star, will introduce dribbling, passing, and shooting through a combination of fun games and activities.

Ages: 3-4 w/ parent Location: CREC Dates: 10/13-11/17 and 12/1-1/12 (Sat) Time: 10-10:50am Fee: $65

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Little Dribblers

One of our most popular programs, Little Dribblers introduces boys and girls to basketball skills through fun games, drills, and activities.

Ages: 5-6 Fee: $65 Time: 11-11:50am Dates: 10/13-11/17 (Sat) Location: CREC Time: 12:10-1pm Dates: 12/1-1/12 (Sat) Location: Chestnutwold

Get creative making fun arts and craft projects based on a new story each week.

Ages: 4-6 Fee: $65 Time: 11am-11:50am (Sat) Dates: 12/1-1/12 (6 weeks) Location: CREC Instructor: Julien Denny

Krafty Kids

Have a ball while making a mess! You and your child will have fun listening to a story, painting, gluing, and coloring as you do craft projects that encourage your child’s creativity and develop fine motor skills.

Age: 2-3 w/parent Fee: $65 Time: 10am-10:50am (Sat) Dates: 10/13-11/17 or 12/1-1/12 (6 weeks) Location: CREC Instructor: Julien Denny

Little Explorers Preschool

Registration for Fall 2019 will begin in person in February This recreation preschool provides a warm and inviting atmosphere where children can be curious, active and creative. We’ll explore the trails and outdoors at Haverford Reserve. Includes indoor and outdoor play, circle activities, stories & social skill building.

Ages: 3-5 Time: 9am-12:30pm (includes lunch time) For more information visit our website at www.haverfordtownship.org/parks To schedule a tour email Kirsten Taylor at ktaylor@havtwp.org

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Youth Programs Lego Club

LEGO Bricks are used to introduce campers to the world of science, technology, and engineering. Each week is a different concept and Lego Model.

Ages: 5-9

Location: CREC Time: 5:30-6:30pm (Tues) Fee: $125 Dates: 11/13-12/18 Instructor: Bricks 4 Kids

Chess Club

Shining Knights Chess provides game instruction and match play to future chess aces. Class time will be spent learning game strategies and practicing them.

Ages: 6-13 Location: CREC Time: 5:30-6:30pm (Wed) Fee: $130 Dates: 10/17-12/19 (8 weeks)

Art with Steve

An interactive format will power your child’s imagination as we interpret shapes, color, and proportion through drawing. Class fills quickly!

Instructor: Steve Mogck

Location: CREC Ages: 5-8 Time: 10-10:50am (Sat) Ages: 9-12 Time: 11-11:50am (Sat) Dates: 10/6-11/10 or 12/1-1/5 Fee: $105

Jazz and Hip Hop

Dance like your favorite pop stars! In this high-energy, age-appropriate class, kids will learn fun hip-hip moves and combinations set to their favorite music.

This class will teach your child a fusion of hip-hop, jazz, and creative movement. This class is open to both girls and boys. Instructor: Katie Brown Ages: 4-6 Time: 10-10:50am (Sat) Ages: 7-9 Time: 11-11:50am Location: CREC Fee: $65 Dates: 10/13-11/17 or 12/1-1/5

Drivers Education Course

Classroom instruction that provides the knowledge to help you feel safe and confident behind the wheel.

You can also qualify for discounts on your insurance.

Ages: 15-18 Fee: $120 Location: Haverford High Time: 9am-12pm Dates: 10/13-12/15 (Sat)

Cooking Classes with “Kitchen Wizards”.

Tex-Mex

Salsa, Nachos, Tacos, and Mexican Chocolate Chip Cookies make a perfect meal for those with spicy tastes!

Ages: 8-12 Date: Friday, October 26th Time: 6-8:30pm Location: CREC Fee: $55

Cupcake Decorating

Learn to tint frosting, fill bags, practice with a variety of tips, then decorate their own masterpieces – includes one chocolate cupcake and one vanilla cupcake.

Ages: 7-11 (plus one adult) Date: Saturday, November 10th Fee: $55 Time: 10am-12pm Location: CREC

Champions

The Rec. Dept. teamed up with Mission 5 & 2 to offer a sports and recreation program for special needs children. The focus is on having fun trying new activities, learning new skills, meeting new friends, and participating on a team. Participants will be paired up with a buddy.

Ages: 8-12 Location: CREC Fee: $100 Time: 1-2pm Dates: 10/13-11/17 (Sat)

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Blossom Club

Small group training that provides 4-6 year old children opportunities to develop and refine skills necessary to participate in academic, social and play activities. The objectives are to help the child to function better physically, emotionally, and academically and to improve the way the brain processes and organizes input from their environment. For additional dates and times, please contact Amy Peterson at amy@practiceplayOT.com.

Ages: 4-5 Dates: 10/15-11/26 or 12/3-1/14 Location: CREC Time: 4:30-5:15pm (Mondays) Fee: $185 (6 wks)

Kids Night Out

Parents, are you looking to get the kids out of the house? Have them join us for games in the gym, gaga ball, crafts, face painting, music, tournaments, themed nights and movies at the Haverford Reserve. Pizza is included.

Ages: 6-12 Dates: 11/2, 12/7, 1/4, 2/8, 3/1 Time: 6:00-9:00pm Fee: $16 Location: CREC

Special Events Monster Bash

Celebrate Halloween with some ghoulish fun! We will decorate pumpkins, play spooky games at the CREC, enjoy a night-time trail walk, and roast marshmallows in the meadow while reading a scary story. Bring a flashlight.

Date: Saturday, October 27 Time: 5-8pm Fee: $15/child; $8/parents; or $36/family Location: CREC **All attendees must register**

Pancakes with Santa

Bring your family to the CREC for a delicious breakfast with Old St. Nick. You’ll get a chance to sit on Santa’s lap and tell him about your Christmas wishes. Don’t forget to bring your camera!

Date: Saturday, December 15th Time: 9-11am Location: CREC Fee: $14 per person (Children under 2 are free)

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Winter Break Cooking Classes with “Kitchen Wizards” Ring in the New Year

While mom and dad shop the post-Christmas sales, visit with adult friends or take a nap. The kids will be happily occupied at our Ring in the New Year cooking camp. In addition to learning (and eating) lots of brunch recipes and having a “mocktail” party with hors d’oeuvres and dips, your children will get an apron, chef’s hat, certificate of completion and recipe booklet.

Ages: 6-11 Date: 12/27-12/28 Time: 10am-1pm (Thurs-Fri) Location: CREC Fee: $140

Sew Young Club

Sew Young Club is great for young sewers who enjoy working side-by-side in a friendly environment that encourages and inspires sewing skill growth. Each instructor has experience in sewing and in the classroom.

Ages: 8-14 Date: 9/29-11/10 Location: CREC Fee: $240 Time: 2-4pm (Sat) (No class 10/12)

*FREE College Admission Planning Class

This free introductory college admissions planning class will review key elements to consider in the college application process. Geared toward current Sophomores and Juniors, we will review what you need to do now to be prepared. The session will cover how to manage your college list and college visits, standardized testing, financial aid, and other considerations such as athletic recruitment and art portfolios. We will also highlight what you need to know about admissions programs (such as Early Decision, Early Action, Rolling Admissions, and Regular Decision), and how these programs effect admissions decisions and financial aid. Don’t wait until it is too late to learn more about these critical parts of the admissions process. The more you know, the better prepared you will be to achieve success in the process and make the best decisions for you.

Instructor: Valerie Marchand Welsh Ages 14-18 Location: CREC Check website for time and date.

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Sports Clinics & Leagues Basketball Clinic

During this eight-week clinic, we emphasize dribbling, shooting, and passing with fun drills and activities that will be sure to have your child excited about basketball. Location: CREC Ages: 6-7 Time: 12:10-1pm Ages: 6-8 Time: 1:10-2pm Dates: 12/1-1/19 (Sat) Fee: $85

79ers Hoops Clinic

This four-week clinic gives players of all skill levels an opportunity to tune their game before the winter season begins. We’ll focus on dribbling, shooting, and passing and spend time scrimmaging.

Ages: 7-9 Location: CREC Fee: $45 Time: 12-12:50pm Dates: 10/13-11/3 (Sat)

Basketball League

Basketball League is a great way for beginners and developing players to learn the game. Instruction focuses on individual skills, positions and team strategy. Players will be evaluated and placed on teams to ensure competitive balance. Separate league for boys and girls.

Ages: 8-10 Fee: $110 Dates: 11/10-2/9 For more info, check our website.

Location: Coopertown/Manoa Boys: Saturdays 10am-12pm; 6pm or 7pm (Tues) Girls: 12:15pm-2:30pm (Sat); 6-7pm (Wed) Parent volunteers are needed to coach.

Contact: Kirsten Taylor at ktaylor@havtwp.org

Havertown Hoops

Floor Hockey League

We will spend the first four weeks learning technique, spacing, and playing fun games. During the last four sessions, we will divide into teams and play live games to determine a champion.

Ages: 8-10 Location: CREC Fee: $85 Times: 11:10am-12pm Dates: 12/1-1/19 (Sat)

Volleykids (Coed)

This program uses a lower net, lighter ball, and smaller court to give every player a chance to succeed. Players will be grouped by age and ability.

Ages: 9-11 Location: CREC Fee: $65 Times: 10:10-11am Dates: 12/1-1/12 (Sat)

Baseball Clinic *New*

Our qualified staff will teach your little one how to throw, catch, and hit in a fun, low-pressure, affordable clinic filled with games, activities, and drills. We will use softer balls. Players should have a glove.

Ages: 6-7 Location: Chestnutwold Fee: $65 Times: 1:10-2pm Dates: 12/1-1/12 (Sat)

Boys Lacrosse Clinic

HHS varsity coach, Greg Decina, and his staff host this clinic focused on stick skills and drills. Great for players of all skills levels. Players bring a stick, helmet, mouth guard, and pads.

Ages: 7-14 Fee: $25 Date: Sun., Nov. 4 Time: 11am-2pm Location: Haverford High School

Separate winter leagues for boys in grades 4, 5, 6, 7-8, 9-10, and 11-12 and for girls in grades 5-6, 7-8.

Play begins in late November and ends in early March. For information about evaluations, volunteering to coach, schedules, and more, please visit: HavertownHoops.com Fee: $100

Adult Basketball Leagues

We offer separate leagues for men and women beginning in early October and finishing by Thanksgiving. Teams will play 1-2 times per week on Mondays, Thursdays and Saturdays.

Team Fee: $750 Contact JHart@havtwp.org for more information.

Indoor Soccer

With its fun and imaginative games and activities, our program will help kids develop soccer, coordination, and listening skills in a supportive, motivating, and positive environment.

Ages: 5-6 Location: Chestnutwold Fee: $65 Times: 11:10am-12pm Dates: 12/1-1/12 (Sat)

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Adults Basketball at the CREC

Saturday Basketball – Play competitive hoops at the best basketball facility in the area. Register online to hold your spot. Saturday 7:30-9:45am Dates 9/15-10/20, 10/27-12/1 and 12/8-1/12 Fee: $40 Residents and $45 non residents Over 45 Basketball – Drop in Basketball for the mature player. You don’t stop playing because you get old, you get old because you stop playing.

Time: 7-8:30pm Wednesdays Fee: $5

Canasta Classes

Learn the game of canasta to enjoy with friends. It can be played with 2 to 6 players. We will learn the fundamentals and strategy of the modern American version of the game. In 6 sessions, you will gain the foundation and ability to enjoy the game at home.

Instructor: Judy Leib Time: 9:30-11:30am (Thurs) Location CREC Dates: 10/11-11/15 Fee: $70

Self-Defense Seminar

Defense from the inside out. We will cover the fundamentals of self-defense; physical, mental and emotional. You will learn how to avoid contact situations by observing environment, body language and listening to your intuition. We will also cover the most common grabs and how to escape them using your hands, knees, elbows and feet. Protect yourself by projecting power not vulnerability.

Time: 1-3pm on Saturdays 11/10 & 17 Fee: $59 Location: CREC Instructor: Angelo Mattei (Black belt in Tae Kwon Do and Tang Soo Do)

Walking Soccer

Walking Soccer is sweeping across Europe! The sport is great for older adults no longer able to compete at a high level. The rules are simple: soccer without running.

Ages: 18+ Location: Manoa Gym Fee: $60 Time: 7:30-8:30pm Dates: 10/9-11/13 (Tues)

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Financial Literacy Retirement Planning Today

In this course you’ll learn how to: manage investment risks, use new tax laws to your advantage, make informed decisions about your company retirement plan, and adjust your estate plan to function properly under the new laws. This course blends financial education with life planning to help you build wealth, align your money with your values, and achieve your retirement lifestyle goals. Couples may attend together for a single registration fee. This course includes a 224-page illustrated textbook. Two sessions to choose from.

Location CREC Instructor Greg Crothers CFP, CLU Time: 6-9pm on Wednesdays 10/10 & 10/17 or Tuesdays 10/16 & 10/23 Fee: $49

Rejuvenate Your Retirement

Get the financial knowledge that will help you maximize your retirement income. Identify primary threats to retirement savings and learn how to allocate your assets to minimize risk and use tax laws to your advantage.Two sessions to choose from.

Time: 10am-12pm (Wed) Dates: 10/31 & 11/7 Time: 1-3pm (Thurs) Dates: 10/25 & 11/1 Instructor: Ryan Leib Fee: $39 Location: CREC

Cooking Classes with Kitchen Wizards Hors D’Oeuvres & Dips

Celebrate the holidays this year with some new international recipes to wow friends and family. We’ll prepare some recipes for finger foods from other countries, to add to your rotation while entertaining this year. BYOB Time: Friday, November 9th Date: 6:30-8:30pm Location: CREC Fee: $49

Cookie Extravaganza

Want to learn some new recipes and lots of tips for your holiday baking? Join Kitchen Wizards for this 3 hour class.

Time: 6:30-9:30pm Date: Tuesday, December 11th Location: CREC Fee: $49

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Merry Place...

A Place For All Merry Place is an area designed and built by volunteer contributions for people of all ages and abilities, especially families of children with special needs.

Merry Place Permit Policy

Merry Place is an ideal location for family, school, scout and church gatherings. In order to allow the greatest use by township residents, we limit time to 3 hour blocks and give township residents priority.

For a permit and policy information please go to our website www.haverfordtownship.com.

Day Trips and Tickets

Radio City Christmas Show

Join us on our annual NYC holiday bus trip to New York City to see the famous Radio City Rockettes Holiday show. Trip includes free time in New York City and great seats to the holiday matinee show.

Date: Wed Dec 12, Fee, $149, Time: Bus leaves Glendale Park at 7:30am and returns at approximately 7:30pm

Discount Ski Tickets will be available for sale in late December.

Stop by the Recreation Dept. in the Township Building to pick up your ski tickets to Pocono Resorts.

New York on Your Own

Take in New York City in all of its holiday splendor. Spend the day shopping, seeing a show, or visiting a museum—it’s up to you.

Date: Wed Dec 12, Fee $59, Time: Bus leaves Glendale Park at 7:30am and returns at approximately 7:30pm We will email a trip itinerary one week prior to the trip. Trip times are subject to change.

An Itinerary will be emailed to the contact person for day trips 2 weeks prior to your trip.

For New York shows we will only cancel if the show is cancelled.

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Think Green

We’ve all heard about the social, psychological and physical benefits of being out in nature. Science backs it and now doctors even prescribe it: Spending time in nature: • Decreases stress and blood pressure

(especially in middle-aged men) • Improves heart-rate variability • Lowers cortisol levels • Improves self-esteem, particularly among

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Meet a friend for a walk Check out a Haverford Township trail- Pennsy, Karakung, Darby Creek Go into your backyard and look at the clouds Walk around the block without your cellphone or headphones Notice the foliage, the changing seasons Smell the air Pay attention

We are trying to get Richard Louv, author of Last Child in the Woods, to speak at the CREC. Check our website for details and Louv’s easy suggestions that can help to stimulate children’s creativity in nature.

Park Improvement Update Following the recommendation of the Park Board and Director Tim Denny, the Board of Commissioners approved an historic generational investment to upgrade the township’s 33 parks. This represents the biggest parks initiative in the township’s history.

The bond monies approved will finance improvements at parks ranging from: infrastructure (fencing, pathways), ADA-compliant playground improvements, resurfacing tennis and basketball courts, permanent recycling and trash cans, energy saving lights, benches and tables and field regrading. The work will commence in November and take place over the next 3-5 years.

Haverford Township Park Board

Courts Resurfaced

Fencing Replaced

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Online Registration System Registering for classes and programs is simple. Create or log onto your online account to view and register for upcoming programs. Use the registration system to:

*Register yourself or family members for programs. *View additional program information not featured in the brochure. *Easy access to your family’s program schedules. *Better communication through text alerts and email.

Register anytime beginning September 17th

Creating your account is simple.

Below are a few steps to assist you.

1. How do I create an account for my family? a. Go to our website www.haverfordtownship.com/parks b. Click the “Online Registration” button c. Click the “Create Account” button or “My Account” if you have n account already d. Fill out your information e. Save your information and add the next family member.

2. How do I register for activities? a. Log onto your account using Step 1 (a-c) b. Click “Activities” at the top of the page c. Browse by activity name, ages or categories 3. What if I forgot my account information? a. Use Step 1 (a-c) to get to our registration page b. If your password is incorrect or forgotten click “Forgotten” c. Enter your email address d. Your temporary password will be emailed to you. e. If you have any further questions please contact the office and we will be happy to help you at 610-446-9397.

We’re here to help!

For any questions on activties, program locations, registration or creating an account...

Call the Rec Department at 610-446-9397

CREC Holidays The CREC will be closed on the following Holidays: Columbus Day – Monday, October 8 Veterans’ Day – Monday, Novembr 12 Thanksgiving Holiday – Thursday and Friday November 22-23 Christmas Holiday - Tuesday, December 25 New Years Day - Tuesday, January 1

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