Parks and Recreation Winter/Spring 2013 Activity Catalog by Jennifer Hellier

Activity Guide

JANUARY - MAY I WINTER 2013

Important Dates December

Dec 24-25 Dec 27 Dec 31 Dec 31

January

Jan 1 Jan 21

February

Feb 1 Feb 1 Feb 5 Feb 9 Feb 14 Feb 18 Feb 21 Feb 24

March

March 1-10 March 2 March 3 March 7 March 9 March 14-16 March 23

April

April 4 April 13 April 13 April 27 April 30

May

May 7 May 3 May 11 May 27

Dorothy Hart Community Center Closed Registration ends for Youth Basketball & Tot Basketball Pohanka’s Fredericksburg First Night Dorothy Hart Community Center Closed Dorothy Hart Community Center Closed Dorothy Hart Community Center Closed

Registration Deadline for Fine Arts Exhibit Registration Opens for Soap Box Derby AARP Tax Assistance Starts (Tues & Thurs Only) Polar Plunge at City Dock Registration Deadline for Youth Spring Soccer & Youth Field Hockey Dorothy Hart Community Center Closed Registration Deadline for Youth Baseball Ice Breakers Bass Tournament Fine Arts Exhibit at the Dorothy Hart Community Center Motts Run Volunteer Orientation Fredericksburg Big Band Concert at Dodd Auditorium Registration Deadline for Spring Lil’ Kickers & Lil’ Strikers Field Hockey Ice Breakers Bass Tournament Children’s Art Show at the Dorothy Hart Community Center Easter Egg Hunt at Kenmore Park Registration Deadline for Lil’ Sluggers Baseball Earth Day at Old Mill Park Early Registration ends for Soap Box Derby Late Registration ends for Soap Box Derby Trip: Luray Cverns

Picnic in the Park Concert Series begins at Hurkamp Park Trip: Flower Mart at National Mall Trip: Landmark Theater Richmond for West Side Story Dorothy Hart Community Center Closed

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Department Mission The mission of the Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation Department is to enhance the lives of our citizens by providing a diverse package of recreation and park programs.

2 Important Dates 3

Table of Contents

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Facilities & Locations

How to Register

9 Registration Form 10

Inclement Weather Policy

Tax Aide / Job Openings

12-15 Special Events

Dorothy Hart Community Center Is home to the administrative offices of the Parks and Recreation and is located in historic downtown Fredericksburg. Parking is available in the rear of the building. FRED bus also stops at Canal & Charles Streets. Recreation Commission Members

George Foster, Chairman D. Marcus Tepaske, Vice Chairman Timothy Duffy Calvin Glover Malvina R. Kay Matt J. Kelly Kenneth S. Kroko Gary Olsen Susan C. Tyler Robert K. Antozzi, Director â&#x20AC;&#x201A;

16-44 Activity Listings 16-23 childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s activities 24-28 nature programs 29 CRRL Library Programs 30-34 sports

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fitness & dance

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adult special interest

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Facilities

Alum Spring Park Discover this hidden treasure within our city limits! This wooded park is located at the end of Greenbrier Drive extended. It is equipped with a renovated picnic shelter, picnic tables, rest rooms, grills, play equipment, and walking paths. Alum Spring Park hours vary by season. Summer Hours: April 1 - October 31 7am-8pm Daily. Winter Hours: 10am - 5pm Daily. For more information on renting the shelter, call the Parks & Recreation office, 372-1086 x 0. Canal Path 3008 Normandy Ave. This pathway is 1.8 miles long and winds along the canal from Fall Hill Avenue to Princess Anne Street. Great for walkers and bike riders of all ages. City Dock 207 Sophia St. This historic dock dates back to George Washington’s day. Public fishing permitted. Located near the end of Sophia Street, just past the railroad tracks.

Cossey Botanical Garden 1601 Kenmore Ave. The Cossey Botanical Park is a neighborhood park that features winding trails through a variety of landscaping, a small fishing pond, a dog park, open space and botanical garden used for educational sessions sponsored by the Virginia Cooperative Extension service.

Dixon Park 1300 Dixon St. This outdoor facility is 46 acres and features athletic fields, outdoor swimming pool, playground equipment, 1.5 miles of trails, rest rooms, and nature preserve areas. Dixon Park is located on Rt. 2 & 17 across from Mayfield subdivision. Dixon Park Swimming Pool

Opened in 2006, the pool has a great slide, fun water features for the little ones and a zero-depth entry area for easy access. The pool is open during the summer. To reserve the pool for your event, contact the Parks & Recreation office, 372-1086 x 0.

Dorothy Hart Community Center Located at 408 Canal St. the community center is home to many of the classes and programs offered by the Parks and Recreation Department. It is also home to its administrative offices. This facility features three meeting rooms and auditorium. Available for rental pending availability. Fredericksburg Dog Park

Located on Kenmore Ave. near Mary Ball St., is a special fenced in area available to City residents and their dogs only, and is self monitored by its users. City residents who wish to use this facility need to have dog tags for their pets, which are available at City Hall. Hours vary with season.

Hurkamp Park 500 William St. A historic downtown park with a fountain, brick sidewalks and benches in the style of a traditional city park. Local farmers sell produce at Hurkamp Park on Saturdays and weekday mornings along the Prince Edward and George Street sides. The park is open 5am-11pm daily and is surrounded by William St., Prince Edward St., and George St. For more information on reserving Hurkamp Park for your event, call the Parks & Recreation office, 372-1086 x 0. Maury Playground Located at William St. and Kenmore Ave., Maury Playground has an open play area, lighted basketball court, and playground equipment. The park is open 6am - 10pm Daily. Memorial Park

Memorial Park (sometimes referred to as Kenmore Park) is located on the corner of Kenmore Ave. and Mary Ball St. Memorial Park is equipped with 2 unlit tennis courts and 6 tennis courts that are lighted from dusk - 10pm. The park also features a tennis practice wall, basketball court, youth play field, children’s play equipment, and a toddler play area. Park hours: 6am - 10:30pm Daily.

Motts Run Nature Center Manned by volunteers, the log cabin is open Saturdays and Sundays, April through October. Nature programs held in the center are available at other times during the year. For more information or to volunteer, call 372-1086, ext. 213. 4

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Motts Run Reservoir Recreation Area

6600 River Rd. This 860-acre natural area including the 160acre reservoir, is a haven for fishing, boating, canoeing, hiking, and picnicking. It also serves the residents of Fredericksburg and parts of Spotsylvania County with drinking water. You may bring your own boat (ELECTRIC MOTORS ONLY) to launch on the lake, or fish from the banks. Handicap fishing pier available. Fee charged for fishing and boat launching area. No swimming, horseback riding, biking of any kind, or all-terrain vehicles permitted. The park has jon boats and canoes available for rental, picnic grills and tables, and over 4 miles of hiking trails. Bring your own compass and enjoy the thrill of orienteering! Motts Reservoir is open: 7am - 7pm April 1 - October 31 (weather & water conditions permitting); Closed Nov. 1 - March 31.

Powhatan Park 1521 Powhatan St. Powhatan Park, a little less than an acre, is located at the northern corner of the intersection of Cowan Boulevard and Powhatan Street and is open to the public. This park received a new Playground in May of 2011, and has a modest pathway into the park from the sidewalk paralleling Cowan Boulevard. Benches, open space, trash cans, a parking lot, and some boarder fencing are also part of the park. Some shade is currently available and will be supplemented as recently planted trees mature. Old Mill Park Located at 2410 Caroline St., this park features soccer fields, picnic shelters, a playground, rest rooms and river front views. Old Mill Park hours vary by season. Summer: 8am-8pm Daily. Winter: 10am-5pm Daily. Old Mill is a perfect rental location for your next event! To reserve the park contact the Parks & Recreation office, 372-1086 x 0. Old Walker-Grant School

Located at 200 Gunnery Road, the facility has open playing fields, a lighted basket-

ball court, and a children’s play area.

Riverfront Park 713 Sophia St. Located on the beautiful Rappahannock River, in the 500-700 blocks of Sophia St., the park is available for events and festivals. Renovations are ongoing. For rental information, please contact the Parks & Recreation office at (540) 372-1086 x 0. Snowden Baseball Fields

Located on Fall Hill Avenue, Snowden features two baseball diamonds as well as generous parking for sports enthusiasts who are attending practices and games. The park also has an open field area for recreational activities such as field hockey, frisbee toss and more.

Snowden Park Playground

Located on Fall Hill Avenue, this park has playground equipment and basketball courts. The playground structure is designed for 5 – 12 yr. olds and includes an independent swing set and a small slide for the little tykes. The court is a two bank basketball court. Plus, there is plenty of open space for other outdoor activities.

W. L. Harris Playground Located in the community of Mayfield, this park has a covered shelter, playground equipment, and a lighted basketball court.

Special Class Locations

Mind & Body Studio 562-2 Wolfe St. Fredericksburg, VA 22401

NWG Gym 1 Learning Ln. Fredericksburg, VA 22401

White Buffalo Horse Farm 4325 Muster Field Rd. Culpeper, VA 22701

Keep it Green Center 609 Jett St. Fredericksburg, VA 22405

The Creative Side, Inc 513 Jackson St. Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Red Aster Foods 27 McWhirt Loop, Bldg 1, Unit 110 Fredericksburg, VA 22406

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Facilities Facilities •

Locations Amenities

Parks and Recreation Facilities 1

Alum Spring Park

Canal Path*

City Dock

Cossey Botanical Garden*

Dixon Park

Dorothy Hart Community Center*

Fredericksburg Dog Park*

Hurkamp Park*

Maury Playground*

Memorial/Kenmore Park*

Motts Run Nature Center/Reservoir

Powhatan Park

Old Mill Park

Old Walker-Grant School

Riverfront Park*

Snowden Park

W. L. Harris Playground

LEGEND

Basketball Courts

Benches/ Seating Area

BBQ Grill

Covered Shelter

Fishing

Horseshoe Pits

Swimming

Tennis Courts

Trails

Picnic Area Playground Equipment

Rest rooms/Porta Johns

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*Detail map of Downtown Fredericksburg

how to register online Register for classes/programs from the comfort of your own home. Available to those with an account number and password. Classes with special enrollment or fee requirements not available. To apply for an account and register online, visit www.fredericksburgva.gov, Parks and Recreation Dept., then Online Registration.

mail For mail in registrations, please complete and sign the registration form included in this brochure. Credit card or check payments only. Mail in registrations are handled as they come in, and will NOT be mailed a receipt. Mail registration form and payment to: Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation 408 Canal St. Fredericksburg, VA 22401

fax Fax completed registration form to 540-372-3475. Credit card or account payments only. Registration cannot be processed without payment information and signature.

in person Registrations are taken in person at the Dorothy Hart Community Center at 408 Canal St. Cash, check or credit card payments accepted. Monday - Thursday 9:00am to 9:00pm Friday 9:00am to 4:00pm Registration for the Winter/Spring session begins on December 12, 2012. This applies to Resident and Non-Residents, except unless otherwise noted. Please plan to register for activities/programs as early as possible. Many activities fill up very quickly. 8

Registration Basics • no phone registration accepted • fees must be paid in full at registration • $20 fee for returned checks • Parks and Recreation reserves the right to cancel programs for insufficient enrollment • Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express cards accepted • Debit cards must carry the Visa logo to be accepted • all programs have a minimum and maximum enrollment

Refund Policy • All refunds over $10 will be mailed from the City of Fredericksburg. ALLOW THIRTY DAYS FOR PROCESSING. • All cancellations and refund requests for activities must be made through our office either by phone, fax, mail or in person. • It is the participant’s responsibility to verify receipt of refund requests. • Refunds of less than $10 will be maintained as a credit to the participant’s account. • If the department cancels a program or trip, the money will be refunded. • Classes: Students must cancel 24 hours before the 1st class to be eligible for refund. No refunds will be given after the first class. • Trips: Registrants who cancel on or before the posted cancellation date shall receive a full refund. After that date, money will be refunded ONLY if the slot is filled by another participant. • Sports: No refunds will be made after the 1st game. • Changes to these policies will be posted online and at the Community Center.

Waiting List A wait list will be created when a program has reached its maximum participant capacity. All in-person and mail-in registrants will be put on the waiting list unless otherwise requested. If a space becomes available and a person’s waiting list status changes, you will be contacted by the department. Waiting lists do not roll over from previous, different sessions.

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registration form Please print, fill out completely, sign and mail to:

Fax: (540) 372-3475

Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation 408 Canal St. Fredericksburg, VA 22401

Household Information: Adult’s First Name

Adult’s Last Name

Address City/State

Zip

Home Phone (

Work Phone (

)

E-mail Registration Information: Participants Name

M/F

Payment Information: Please check one of the following:

DOB

Activity #

Activity Name

Date/Time

Check (make payable to “City of Fredericksburg”)

Fee

Cash (walk-in only)

Credit Card (Visa, Mastercard, Discover, Amex) Credit Card Number:

Exp. Date: Mo

Signature:

Liability Release: I understand the nature and scope of the activity listed above. I understand that there are risks and dangers associated with the activity. I understand that it is not the function of the City of Fredericksburg, its employees, agents, operators, or instructors to guarantee the safety of participants with respect to this activity. I also understand that each participant has the responsibility to exercise with due care in the performance of the activity for the safety of him/herself and the other participants. In consideration of my/the participant’s being permitted to enroll in this activity, I hereby release, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Fredericksburg, its employees, agents, operators, and instructors from any and all claims, demands, costs, charges, and expenses for harm, injury, damage or loss which may be sustained by me/the participant as a result of or relating to participation in this activity. Photo Permission by Parent, Legal Guardian or Legal Custodian: I give the City of Fredericksburg, its officials and employees, permission to photograph or videotape the above named participant, who is a juvenile, during his or her participation in the Recreation Program. I understand and agree that the participant’s picture and any materials he or she has produced during the program may be placed on the City’s website or within other materials publicizing the City’s Recreation Programs. I also give permission for the participant, his or her picture, to appear in the newspaper, social media, or on television as a participant in the Recreation Program.

In witness whereof, I have executed this Liability Release and Photo Permission as my own free act on the Participant Parent, Legal Guardian, or Legal Custodian, if participant is under 18 years of age: Signature

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Inclement Weather Information In case of weather related emergencies, Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation programs, classes, events and rentals will be cancelled based upon the closing decision of the City of Fredericksburg Public Schools. There are three ways to get cancellation alerts from Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation.

1. Sign up for Fredericksburg Alert

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The fastest and most convenient way to receive cancellation information. Fredericksburg Alert delivers important emergency alerts, notifications and updates directly to your devices. - Cell phone (via text message) - Email (home, work or other) - Pager - Office Phone CANCELLATIONS RIGHT TO YOUR PHONE!! THE FASTEST, MOST CONVENIENT WAY TO FIND OUT CLOSING AND CANCELLATION INFORMATION.

Parks & Recreation uses Fredericksburg Alert to send you Real-Time Rec Updates. When a cancellation happens, or a registration deadline is approaching, you’ll be notified instantly through Fredericksburg Alert. Sign up once and never worry about missing a cancellation again.

2. All program cancellation decisions are posted on our cancellation line. Park closings are available via the Fredericksburg Alert System.

Cancellation Line: 1-540-372-1086 ext 2 Every effort will be made to reschedule cancelled programs. Should makeup programs not be scheduled, participants will be issued a pro-rated refund. Rescheduling of rentals can be coordinated by contacting (540) 372-1086 ext. 0.

3. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter. We make every effort possible to post cancellations on our Facebook and Twitter accounts.

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We also post notifications about upcoming events, classes, sports programs and special giveaways!

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Community News

JOB OPENINGS Aquatics, and Dixon Pool Facility Positions Dixon Pool Summer Jobs- Facility Opens Memorial Day weekend to the third weekend in August. Applicants must be over 16 years old. All applications must be received by April 2, 2013.

FREE INCOME TAX ASSISTANCE

TUES. & THURS. ONLY 9:30AM-3PM FEB. 5, 2013-APR. 10, 2013 Free Income Tax Assistance for seniors and others who may need help with 2012 personal state and federal income tax returns is co-sponsored by the AARP and Fredericksburg Parks & Recreation. To receive service on a first-come, firstserved basis, you must come to the Community Center in person (married/disabled persons see below). REQUIRED IDENTIFICATION: You must bring Social Security cards for all persons listed on the return (including children and other dependents) AND a government issued photo I.D. (Virginia driver’s license or I.D. card, passport, or military I.D. card). IDENTIFICATION WILL BE CHECKED BEFORE WE CAN PROCEED FURTHER. THIS IS AN IRS REQUIREMENT WHICH OUR VOLUNTEERS CANNOT WAIVE! In addition, please bring the following with you: copies of last year’s (2011 tax year) tax returns, all forms W-2, 1099s issued to you, and all other documentation of income sources (job and investment income, etc.) and/or deductions (taxes paid, mortgage interest, charitable contributions, etc. PLEASE TAKE THE TIME TO OPEN, SORT, AND ORGANIZE YOUR DOCUMENTS AND TOTAL YOUR RECEIPTS BEFORE COMING IN TO THE CENTER! Due to the program’s popularity, we suggest you arrive prior to 12 noon; although not guaranteed, we make every attempt to provide same-day service. Please note that we will help with filing of amended tax returns from prior years only if time is available after all 2012 tax filers have been served. MARRIED: Both spouses must come to the Community Center in person to receive tax return assistance. (Spouse or a personal representative must bring a Power of Attorney for a disabled or other incapacitated person—sorry, no exceptions.) DISABLED: A personal representative must bring a Power of Attorney to the Community Center to act in your behalf—sorry, no exceptions.) ALL OTHER INFORMATION ABOVE ALSO APPLIES.

• Lifeguard $8.03-$11.37/hr - lifeguard certification required. • Pool Operator/Head Lifeguard $10.08-$12.09/hrMust have a pool operator license and at least 3 years lifeguarding experience. • Gate Workers $8.03-$9.67/hr - Computer skills are a plus. • Water Safety Instructor $12.09-$14.11/hr - Lessons will be provided throughout the summer, must be a certified WSI. Questions? Call (540) 372-1086 x 217

Camp Instructors and Aides Summer Fun Festival July 8 - 19, 2013

• Instructors (minimum age 18) $500 for 2 weeks* * Certified teachers will get $540 for 2 weeks • Aides (minimum age 16) $250 for 2 weeks Camp is for 4-year-olds up to 4th grade at Hugh Mercer Elementary School. We need instructors who are interested in creating a class for ages K-4th. Any creative idea or hobby you’d like to share & teach would be great.

Up with the Arts Camp July 22 - Aug 2, 2013 • Instructors (minimum age 18) $500 for 2 weeks • Aides (minimum age 16) $250 for 2 weeks. Camp for children ages Kindergarten through 6th grade at Hugh Mercer Elementary Questions? Call (540) 372-1086 x 217

Sports Camps • • • •

Dates and times vary. Positions open until filled. Instructors (minimum age 19) $11.56/hr. Assistant Instructor (minimum age 16) $8.03/hr.

Questions? Call (540) 372-1086 ext. 227.

*Applications must be received by Human Resources by April 2, 3013.

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Event Calendar Come Celebrate New Year’s Eve with us! Mon., Dec. 31

Fredericksburg First Night Historic Fredericksburg, 7pm12:15am A family friendly celebration of the arts. Fireworks, NYE countdown, entertainment and more.... The biggest and best NYE party you’ve ever seen! $10 in advance, $15 night of the event. www.fredericksburgfirstnight.com

June 1, 2013 William St. Hill

Registration Opens: Feb 1

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2013 Polar Plunge It’s Bold to be Cold!

Saturday, February 9, 2013 9:00 am at City Dock Fredericksburg, VA Start planning for the 6th Annual Wounded EOD Warrior Foundation Polar Bear Plunge! Registration details to follow!

www.woundedeodwarrior.org For more info, contact amy@woundedeodwarrior.org

Ice Breaker Bass Tournaments Sunday, Feb 24th & Saturday, March 9th

7:00am until Weigh-in @ 3:00pm $35 entry fee per team The Weekend Bassers Fishing Club will hold two winter open Ice-Breaker Bass Fishing Tournaments at Motts Run Reservoir. Proceeds will benefit the Kids’ Fishing Derby June 1st. Boat Rental Available. Bring own fishing gear. PARK OPEN TO PUBLIC BOTH DAYS!! For more information, call Ray Thomas (898-7542), or Dickie Musselman (785-8087)

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Fredericksburg Fine Arts Exhibit March 1-10, 2013

Dorothy Hart Community Center 408 Canal St. Fredericksburg, VA

Monday-Friday 2:00pm-6:00pm Saturday 10:00am-4:00pm Sunday 12:00am-4:00pm

Best in Show Prize $500 Entry form available Dec. 3rd

Artists may enter their work in the following categories: Oil Paints, Watercolor Paints, Acrylic Paints, Drawing, Digital Art & Photography, Novice, Pastels, 3-D Sculpture, Collage & Mixed Media. Entry fee is $10 per piece. Download entry form at www.fredericksburgva.gov / Parks and Recreation / Special Events Sponsored by the Fredericksburg Parks & Recreation Dept. and the Woman’s Club of Fredericksburg

25th Fredericksburg Big Band Concert March 3, 2013 2:00pm-4:00pm

University of Mary Washington, Dodd Auditorium

FREE ADMISSION!!

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Event Calendar

Children's Art Show March 14-16, 2013

Dorothy Hart Community Center Children 4 years old through 12th grade display original artwork in a variety of mediums for prizes Entry Fee: $5 for first two pieces, $5 for each additional piece (up to 4)

For information and entry form (available in February) visit www.fredericksburgva.gov

Flashlight Egg Hunt - Saturday March 22, 2013 5:30pm at Memorial (Kenmore) Park $4 Admission

Just for the older ones 4th through 6th grade. Pre-registration is REQUIRED and all participants need to bring a flashlight. Activity #4020.304

Easter Egg Hunt - Saturday March 23, 2013 11:30am at Memorial (Kenmore) Park FREE Admission

Say Hi to the Easter Bunny and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to bring your own basket. Everyone finds an egg! For children 3rd grade & younger. Raindate March 30, 2013

Art in the Park A NEW Art Series!

Hurkamp Park 9:00am - 2:00pm April 6 July 6 May 4 September 7 June 1 October 5 Purchase a space to show and sell your artwork at the

Fredericksburg Farmers Market!

Artists must pre-register and space is limited. $25 per space. For more information visit www.fredericksburgva.gov or call (540) 372-1086. â&#x20AC;&#x201A;14

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Earth Day at Old Mill Park Saturday, April 13, 2013 11am-3pm (Raindate, April 20)

Alternative Fuel Cars - Dozens of Exhibitors - Hands on Activities - Live Music - Live Animals! - Food Vendors - Nature Hikes and so much more! Bring grandma, the neighbors, friends and learn what you can do to reduce your impact on the environment while having GREAT FAMILY FUN!! To get involved contact Linda Bailey at 372-1086 x 213

Picnic in the Park When: Where:

Tuesdays in May, June and September Hurkamp Park @ 11:30am - 1:30pm

New Children’s Activities! Great Entertainment! Touch-a-Truck! FREE FAMILY FUN!

Support your community! Promote your business! Sponsor a concert! Call (540) 372-1086 x 215 for more information.

Touch - a - Truck Tuesdays in May, June and September 11:30am-1:00pm at Picnic in the Park A hands on experience for kids of all ages! FREE! FUN! EDUCATIONAL!

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children’s activities Outdoor Activities Horseback Riding - Everyone This exciting program is designed for anyone who is interested in learning to ride. You don’t need a horse, or special equipment, just a desire to learn and a love of horses. This is a hands on, get in the saddle class that will cover such topics as Novice Horse Safety, Beginning Ground Training, Grooming, Tacking (understanding variety of horse equipment) as well as Beginner Riding Skills. A great start for you horse lovers who want to try this beautiful sport.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

4351.423

6 and up

Jan 6-27

12:30pm-1:30pm White Buffalo Horse Farm

Location

Fee (R/NR) $120/$140

4351.600

6 and up

Jan 7-28

4pm-5pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.127

6 and up

Jan 23-Feb 13

4pm-5pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4352.202

6 and up

Feb 3-24

12:30pm-1:30pm White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.601

6 and up

Feb 4-25

4pm-5pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.215

6 and up

Feb 20-Mar 13

4pm-5pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4352.203

6 and up

Mar 3-24

12:30pm-1:30pm White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.602

6 and up

Mar 4-25

4pm-5pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.301

6 and up

Mar 20-Apr 10

4pm-5pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4352.400

6 and up

Mar 31-Apr 21

12:30pm-1:30pm White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.603

6 and up

Apr 1-22

4pm-5pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.315

6 and up

Apr 17-May 8

4pm-5pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4352.456

6 and up

Apr 28-May 19

12:30pm-1:30pm White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.604

6 and up

Apr 29-May 20

4pm-5pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4352.211

6 and up

May 15-Jun 5

4pm-5pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

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Outdoor Activities Horseback Riding - Beginner For beginners, this is a good opportunity to find out if you truly “love” horses. These are hands on classes that teach all the grooming skills, tacking techniques, general ground manners & care and riding. Four lessons will expose the student to the full range of requirements for safely enjoying the horse and deciding if they wish to continue to master the ride.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4352.320

6 and up

Jan 5-26

10am-11am

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.450

6 and up

Feb 2-23

10am-11am

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.451

6 and up

Mar 2-23

10am-11am

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.452

6 and up

Mar 30-Apr 20

10am-11am

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4352.200

6 and up

Apr 27-May 18

10am-11am

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

Horseback Riding - Beginner Plus Beginner Plus class is for riders who are proficient in grooming and tacking and feel adequately skilled in mounting and adjusting equipment.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4351.200

6 and up

Jan 6-27

11am-12pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.211

6 and up

Feb 3-24

11am-12pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.212

6 and up

Mar 3-24

11am-12pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4351.421

6 and up

Mar 31-Apr 21

11am-12pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

4352.457

6 and up

Apr 28-May 19

11am-12pm

White Buffalo Horse Farm

$120/$140

Art Homeschool Drawing & Painting If you love art then this is the class for you! With the techniques you’ll learn in this class, you’ll be amazed at the beautiful works of art you can do. Students learn basic drawing skills such as composition, proportion, placement and shading and are introduced to dry media including, graphite, chalky pastels, oil pastels and charcoal. Students will learn how to plan a painting, techniques, color basics and mixing of colors, and light and shadow using water colors and/or acrylics. Class assignments are age appropriate and are geared to help the individual child express his/her own creative ideas at their level of artistic ability.

Activity # Ages Days Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4012.819

5-10

Jan 7-28

1pm-1:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.879

5-10

Feb 4-25

1pm-1:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.880

5-10

Mar 4-25

1pm-1:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.901

5-10

Apr 8-29

1pm-1:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.910

5-10

May 6-Jun 3

1pm-1:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.800

11-18

Jan 7-28

2pm-2:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.726

11-18

Feb 4-25

2pm-2:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.877

11-18

Mar 4-25

2pm-2:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.900

11-18

Apr 8-29

2pm-2:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.950

11-18

May 6-Jun 3

2pm-2:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

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Art Drawing & Painting If you love art then this is the class for you! With the techniques you’ll learn in this class, you’ll be amazed at the beautiful works of art you can do. Students learn basic drawing skills such as composition, proportion, placement and shading and are introduced to dry media including, graphite, chalky pastels, oil pastels and charcoal. Students will learn how to plan a painting, techniques, color basics and mixing of colors, and light and shadow using water colors and/or acrylics. Class assignments are age appropriate and are geared to help the individual child express his/her own creative ideas at their level of artistic ability. New ideas are introduced each month so come back again and again for more creative fun!!

Activity # Ages Days Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4012.360

5-7

Jan 10-31

4:30pm-5:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.343

8-10

Jan 10-31

5:30pm-6:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.347

11-18

Jan 10-31

6:30pm-7:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.864

5-10

Jan 19-Feb 9

11am-11:45am

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.447

11-18

Jan 19-Feb 9

12pm-12:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.360A

5-7

Feb 7-28

4:30pm-5:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.801

8-10

Feb 7-28

5:30pm-6:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.347A

11-18

Feb 7-28

6:30pm-7:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.865

5-10

Feb 16-Mar 9

11am-11:45am

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.448

11-18

Feb 16-Mar 9

12pm-12:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.803

5-7

Mar 7-28

4:30pm-5:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.802

8-10

Mar 7-28

5:30pm-6:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.860

11-18

Mar 7-28

6:30pm-7:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.870

5-10

Mar 16-Apr 6

11am-11:45am

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.449

11-18

Mar 16-Apr 6

12pm-12:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.945

5-7

Apr 4-25

4:30pm-5:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.903

8-10

Apr 4-25

5:30pm-6:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.946

11-18

Apr 4-25

6:30pm-7:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.871

5-10

Apr 13-May 4

11am-11:45am

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.872

11-18

Apr 13-May 4

12pm-12:45pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.949

5-7

May 2-23

4:30pm-5:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.948

8-10

May 2-23

5:30pm-6:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

4012.947

11-18

May 2-23

6:30pm-7:15pm

513 Jackson St. (The Creative Side)

$56/$56

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Fitness & Dance Starfires Junior Prep This popular program is full of dance movement and beginner cheer action that is just right for 2nd through 5th graders. Learn motions, kicks, jumps, leaps, turns, cheers, chants, and a variety of dance styles to great music! They will certainly learn to be show-stoppers at local shows, parades, and competitions. No experience necessary!

Activity # Grades

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3622.500

Jan 24-Jun 6

5pm-6:15pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$90/$95

2-5th

Starfires Extremes Cheer Team Open to grades 3rd-12th. This is an exciting chance to learn high spirited CHEER routines, while developing poise, coordination and showmanship! Learn Cheer motions, kicks, jumps, tumbling, cheers, chants and fun cheer routines! This class is a chance to prepare for high school tryouts, as well as perform in local parades, shows, and competitions! Join the award-winning, team-spirited Starfires and bring a friend with you! No experience necessary! **3rd graders: readiness level will be evaluated at the first practice.

Activity # Grades

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3620.300

Jan 22-Jun 4

4:45pm-6:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$105/$115

3-12th

Starfires Hot Ice Dance Team Open to grades 6th-12th. This is an exciting chance to learn high spirited DANCE routines, while developing poise, coordination and showmanship! Learn motions, kicks, jumps, leaps, turns, tumbling, and a variety of dance styles to great music! This class is a chance to prepare for high school tryouts, as well as perform in local parades, shows, and competitions! Join the award-winning, team-spirited Starfires and bring a friend with you!

Activity # Grades

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3620.413

Jan 24-Jun 6

6:15pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$105/$115

6-12th

Starfires Beginner Tumbling This is for Starfires athletes only. You must have been registered during the fall session or currently registered. We will work on forward rolls, hand stands, cart wheels, back bends, and round offs. This class offers more one on one time for individuals.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3630.410

8-18

Feb 7-28

8pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$10/$15

3630.426

8-18

Apr 4-25

8pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$10/$15

Starfires Advance Tumbling This is for Starfires athletes only. You must have been registered during the fall session or currently registered. We will work on back bends, back walkovers, front and back handsprings, tucks, etc . This class offers more one on one time for individuals.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3630.407

8-18

Jan 3-24

8pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$10/$15

3630.425

8-18

Mar 7-28

8pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$10/$15

3630.427

8-18

May 2-23

8pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$10/$15

Special Starfires DISCOUNT: Sign your child up for two classes in one session, and get the second class for only $50.

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Fitness & Dance Youth Tumbling Basic to intermediate level skills will be taught in a fun, non-competitive environment with individualized instruction catered to your child’s abilities. Instructor Renee Embrey has over 30 years of experience with recreational gymnastics. Class size is limited, so sign up early!

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

7900.400

5-11

Jan 9-Feb 6

4:30pm-5:15pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$40

7900.401

5-11

Feb 20-Mar 20

4:30pm-5:15pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$40

7900.402

5-11

Apr 10-May 8

4:30pm-5:15pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$40

Wee Time Does your toddler need other children to play with? Is it time to hear a voice that’s over 4 years old? Join us for this playgroup designed for parents with toddlers. Come and join this parent-driven, non-structured group providing a fun social experience for your little ones. Parents must supervise their children, and all children must be registered. The registration fee of $12 is a one-time fee for the entire session. We will supply the room and toys - you supply the children! Siblings under 10 months are free.

Session #

Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4722.203

0-4

Jan 11-Feb 1

9:30am-10:30am Dorothy Hart Center

$12/$12

4722.204

0-4

Feb 8-Mar 1

9:30am-10:30am Dorothy Hart Center

$12/$12

4722.207

0-4

Mar 8-29

9:30am-10:30am Dorothy Hart Center

$12/$12

Sparkler Tap Kids New this year, your child can explore the world of tap! They will learn the basics and love to make the sounds with their shoes. Tap shoes are a required purchase. Please contact the instructor if you need help locating shoes.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

7800.400

3-6

Feb 19-Apr 16

4pm-4:30pm

Lafayette Upper Elementary Gym

$40/$50

7800.401

3-6

Apr 23-Jun 11

4pm-4:30pm

Lafayette Upper Elementary Gym

$40/$50

Firecracker Dancers Your beginner to intermediate firecracker dancer will be introduced to a variety of dance forms - hip hop, jazz, and pom. They will make new friends, learn new dance moves and use all of the extra energy from school.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

7800.203

6-13

Feb 19-Apr 16

5pm-5:45pm

Lafayette Upper Elementary Gym $45/$55

7800.207

6-13

Apr 23-Jun 11

5pm-5:45pm

Lafayette Upper Elementary Gym $45/$55

Sparkler Dancers Creative Movement Your little dynamite sparkler will express themselves through creative movement and an intro to dance with a focus on ballet. They will go home excited, exhausted, and wanting more.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

7800.200

3-6

Feb 19-Apr 16

4:30pm-5:15pm Lafayette Upper Elementary Gym $40/$50

7800.208

3-6

Apr 23-Jun 11

4:30pm-5:15pm Lafayette Upper Elementary Gym $40/$50

Location

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Fee (R/NR)

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Special Interest Weird Science Weird and unusual science projects and fun experiments! Sign up for each month or only one...each month a new experiment!

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

1100.101

5-11

Jan 14

4:30pm-5:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$6/$6

1100.102

5-11

Feb 25

4:30pm-5:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$6/$6

1100.103

5-11

Mar 18

4:30pm-5:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$6/$6

1100.104

5-11

Apr 22

4:30pm-5:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$6/$6

RAD for Kids! Help your children learn the things to look out for and the things they can do to protect themselves should they find themselves in a scary situation. This program is being brought to you in conjunction with the Fredericksburg Police Department as a community service. Space is limited.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

2512.300

8-10

Jan 8-29

5pm-6:30pm

Fredericksburg Police Dept.

$12/$12

2515.301

8-10

Mar 5-26

5pm-6:30pm

Fredericksburg Police Dept.

$12/$12

Tiny Tots Valentine Party Just for the little ones! Catch a morning story, refreshments and activity hour for the little ones. Come join the fun! Parents are free.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4742.200

Feb 14

10am-11am

Dorothy Hart Center

$5/$5

2-4

Get Your Green On for St. Paddy’s Day! Get Your Green on for St. Paddy’s Day. Celebrate the Irish with games, activities and a leprechaun craft.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4010.202

Mar 15

10am-11:15am

Dorothy Hart Center

$5/$5

2-4

Easter Bunny Breakfast Hop on over to enjoy a rabbit story and create a bunny craft. Enjoy your breakfast, and even a special visit from the Easter Bunny! Everything is included.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

4020.303

Mar 23

9:30am-10:45am Dorothy Hart Center

2-5

Location

Fee (R/NR) $5/$5

Spring Break Camp When Spring Break comes around each year, not everyone has a great trip planned. If you want your kids to have a something special to do for several days during spring break, our Spring Camp is the answer.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

2000.200

M-F

Apr 1-5

9am-12pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$50/$50

5-11

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Special Interest Marine Enginnering for Kids During the Marine Engineering classes, students use the Engineering Design Process to design, create, test, and refine several types of marine vehicles. Students construct a boat, design a self-propelled submarine, and explore devices to help a scuba diver achieve neutral buoyancy underwater. They gain exposure to careers in naval architecture and naval, ocean, and marine engineering.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6001.101

Jan 8-Feb 12

6pm-7:30pm

Maury Commons

$110/$110

6-12

Mechanical Enginnering for Kids During the Mechanical Engineering classes, students use the Engineering Design Process to design, create, test, and refine a variety of machines and mechanical systems. Students learn basics of fluid mechanics, simple machines, and other design and engineering concepts while constructing roller coasters, egg-drop vehicles, and an incredibly fast CO2 Dragster they keep at the end of the course. No class April 2nd,

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6001.102

Mar 5-Apr 16

5:30pm-7pm

Maury Commons

$110/$110

6-12

Culinary Classes - Mommy & Me Series Are your little ones eager to help you in the kitchen? Then forget about the mess and come have fun with your child in our kitchen. They will be trying new foods and making new friends! All recipes are age appropriate. Fee is for child only-no charge for adult. Food & Books Have fun, read stories and create dishes from the stories. Each class will read a different book and make different dishes.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.234

2 1/2-4

Jan 9

10:30am-12pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.235

2 1/2-4

Feb 20

10:30am-12pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

Healthy Snacking Is your child fussy about what he or she eats? Is it hard to get them to eat healthy? Enroll the kids in this class and then will learn to make a variety of scrumptious, yet healthy snacks.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.236

2 1/2-4

Feb 6

10:30am-12pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.237

2 1/2-4

Apr 17

10:30am-12pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

Let’s Bake Baking up some fun is a cinch in this class. Kids will learn the basics while baking a variety of baked goods.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.238

2 1/2-4

May 1

10:30am-12pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.239

2 1/2-4

Jun 12

10:30am-12pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

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Culinary Classes Boot Camp Does your child love to cook? Then join us for fun-filled hands on classes, and who knows your child may develop a broader taste palette. Kids have fun as they learn about food, how to follow recipes, basic cooking techniques, kitchen safety & hygiene.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.222

7-14

Jan 5

11am-1pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.223

7-14

Mar 2

11am-1pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.224

7-14

May 11

11am-1pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

Pizza, Pizza, Pizza! Does your child love pizza? Then join us for this fun culinary class. Kids will make a variety of pizzas, turnovers, and pastas from scratch.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.231

7-14

Jan 19

11am-1pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.232

7-14

Jan 23

4pm-6pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.225

7-14

Mar 30

11am-1pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.226

7-14

Jun 22

11am-1pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

Let’s Bake Baking up some fun is a cinch in this class. Kids will learn the basics while baking a variety of baked goods.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.227

7-14

Mar 20

4pm-6pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.228

7-14

May 25

11am-1pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

Tea Party A great way to teach kids good table manners and have fun at the same time! Join our tea party. Kids will learn etiquette and how to make delightful hors d’oeuvres in this class.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.229

7-14

May 15

4pm-6pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.230

7-14

Jun 8

11am-1pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

Special Culinary Classes DISCOUNT:

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nature programs Nature Programs Fascinating Feathers Join us at the Mott’s Run Nature Center as we combine art and nature. We’ll learn lots about fascinating feathers, see how they are placed on a real Great Horned Owl, and do two art projects with feathers for you to take home. (Mimi Dempsey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6238.201

Jan 10

4:30pm-5:30pm

Motts Run Nature Center

$6/$6

5-10

Bird Feeder Fun! Fly on down to the Motts Run Nature Center and visit the backyard birds! We’ll create a few bird feeders to take home, then learn about our feathered friends who might visit them. Snack and story included. Be sure to bring a grown-up with you! (They can come for free.) (Linda Bailey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6220.107

Jan 22

10am-11am

Motts Run Nature Center

$8/$8

4-5

Winter Night Hike We’ll start with a warm drink then bundle up tight and slip into the night! Meet at the Motts Run Nature Center for a woodland night hike where our senses will come alive. Dress warmly, wear shoes with good traction and bring a flashlight. (Children must attend with paying adult.) (Linda Bailey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6331.201

6 -Adult

Jan 18

7pm-8:15pm

Motts Run Nature Center

$5/$5

6331.202

6 -Adult

Feb 22

7pm-8:15pm

Motts Run Nature Center

$5/$5

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Nature Programs Stargazing in the Park Astronomer Myron Wasiuta has returned for a spectacular series of stargazing programs at Motts Run Reservoir! You’ll have an opportunity to discover the wonders of the universe through a powerful computer-controlled Celestron 14-inch telescope and other state-of-the-art equipment. Dress warmly, bring a lawn chair (optional) and come prepared for a great adventure! [For Adults and Families - min. age 8] Space is limited and all must pay. Preregistration required for EACH of the following.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6525.204

8-Adult

Jan 12

8pm-9:30pm

Motts Run Nature Center

$4/$4

6525.207

8-Adult

Feb 9

8pm-9:30pm

Motts Run Nature Center

$4/$4

6525.208

8-Adult

Mar 23

9pm-10:30pm

Motts Run Nature Center

$4/$4

6525.209

8-Adult

Apr 20

9pm-10:30pm

Motts Run Nature Center

$4/$4

Guided Winter Hike Join us on a guided hike on the trails of Motts Run Reservoir in winter. This is a wonderful time to see many things which are hidden during the rest of the year. We’ll return to the Nature Center for a visit and hot cocoa and have supplies available for making a simple bird feeder to take home. Everyone pays. Family fee for up to 5 people-$20. (Mimi Dempsey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6327.202

Jan 26

9:30am-11am

Motts Run Nature Center

$6/$6

4 -Adult

Log Cabin Story Time Come on over to our log cabin in the woods, the Nature Center, for some wonderful stories. We’ll do fun cabin crafts to take home. (Mimi Dempsey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

6229.201

Feb 8

9:30am-10:30am Motts Run Nature Center

4-7

Location

Fee (R/NR) $8/$8

Winter Tree Trek Ever wonder how to tell trees apart in the dead of winter? Take a hike and learn tips to telling a hickory from an oak, a tulip poplar from a sweetgum, a beech from a maple…and more! We’ll look at buds, bark and discover each tree’s record of last year’s growth! [Everyone pays - for adults & families - min age 6] (Linda Bailey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6225.201

Feb 17

3pm-4pm

Motts Run Nature Center

$4/$4

6-Adult

Homeschool Nature Club Calling all homeschoolers, 1st-5th grade to take a break from the books and join a nature club. We’ll meet once a month from February through May on the third Monday from 1-2:30 pm. Learn all about Feathers; Art Meets Nature(2/18), For Goodness Snakes(3/18), Dipnetting for Dragonflies(4/22), Nature Photograph(5/20) NO nonregistered younger or older siblings please. Wear appropriate outdoor clothing and shoes. We will start on time! (Mimi Dempsey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6254.201

Feb 18-May 20

1pm-2:30pm

Motts Run Nature Center

$30/$30

6-10

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Nature Programs Seed Secrets Let’s learn all about seeds. We’ll play a guessing game, look at seeds with hand lenses, talk about what’s hidden inside and listen to a fun story. You’ll even get to plant a seed and take it home with you. (Mimi Dempsey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

6219.302

Feb 20

9:30am-10:30am Motts Run Nature Center

4-6

Location

Fee (R/NR) $6/$6

Ice Breaker Bass Tournaments Sunday, Feb 24th & Saturday, March 9th

Woodlands Walk for Wee Ones Come on and “let’s take a walk outside today, gonna see what we can find today”. Hike on over to Motts Run for walk in the woods with the itty bitty crowd. We’ll talk about colors and shapes in the outdoors, take a hike, and have a snack. (Mimi Dempsey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

6333.301

Mar 6

9:30am-10:30am Motts Run Nature Center

2-4

Location

Fee (R/NR) $5/$5

Awesome Orienteering Spend a spring afternoon learning to use a map and compass. We’ll test our skills on the Motts Run Orienteering Course-a combination of hiking and hunt (yes, there will be treasure!) Wear sturdy footwear and dress for the weather. Kids 10 and under must attend with a paying adult. Compasses and water provided. (Linda Bailey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6222.301

Mar 19

4:30pm-6pm

Motts Run Nature Center

$6/$6

8-Adult

Motts Run Nature Center

2013 Volunteer Orientation Sat. March 2, 2013 9:00am-11:00am at Motts Run Nature Center

Children welcome to volunteer with their parents! Calling Nature enthusiasts of all ages! Volunteer to staff the Motts Run Nature Center on weekends from April through October. A ten-hour commitment requested for the season. We’ll teach you everything you need to know! Must be 16 years or older. Call Linda Bailey to register: 372-1086 x 213

Kid’s Fishing Derby Sat. June 1, 2013 9:00am-Noon FREE! Ages 4-16

Registration: 7:30-10:30am Fishing, boat rental, games, prizes, vendors, hiking, picnicking...Fun for the entire family! Volunteers & Sponsors Needed!! Call Linda Bailey at 372-1086 x 213.

VA Game Dept. ‘Free Fishing Weekend’ - no license required!

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Nature Programs “Eggstravaganza” Come celebrate the first days of Spring and roll on over to Motts Run Reservoir to learn all about eggs and who lays them. We’ll see and touch some giant eggs and some teeny eggs and then get a chance to decorate eggs too. (Mimi Dempsey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6240.301

Mar 21

5pm-6:30pm

Motts Run Reservoir

$8/$8

6-12

Frog Walk for Tadpoles Leap on over to Mott’s Run Reservoir with your little tadpoles for a hoppin’ good time looking for frogs. Be prepared to get your feet muddy. (Mimi Dempsey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

6335.302

Apr 8

9:30am-10:15am Motts Run Nature Center

2-4

Location

Fee (R/NR) $5/$5

Jr. Naturalist: Birds Join other Junior Naturalists as we learn about birds! We’ll peek into nestboxes and other hot spots, learn backyard bird identification, take field notes as we hike, and much more! All participants receive a patch -- attend 3 spring/fall courses get your name on a plaque in the nature center! No class on Tuesday, April 16th. Fly on down for this one! (Linda Bailey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6235.301

Apr 9-May 7

4:30pm-6pm

Motts Run Nature Center

$55/$67

9-16

Wildflower Walk An annual favorite is back in bloom! Come search for spring wildflowers on this gentle woodland walk. We’ll be on alert for spring beauty, bloodroot, jack-in-the-pulpit, cut-leaved toothwort and more! Fun for adults and kids. Everyone pays. (Linda Bailey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6310.301

Apr 21

3pm-4pm

Motts Run Nature Center

$4/$4

7-Adult

Earth Day at Old Mill Park Saturday, April 13, 2013 11am-3pm (Raindate, April 20)

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Nature Programs Fun with Fossils Calling all dino lovers, join us at Alum Spring Park to see some multi-million year old fossils, including mako shark teeth, whale bones and ancient artifacts. We’ll also make a fossil you can bring home and take a hike to see fossils in our cool sandstone cliffs right in the park. (Mimi Dempsey, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6247.302

May 9

4:30pm-5:30pm

Alum Spring Park Pavilion

$6/$6

4-7

Dipnetting for Dragonflies Splash into your springtime Saturday at Motts Run Reservoir! We’ll search the greening lakeshore for aquatic insects and more. From tadpoles to insect larvae, tiny mosquito fish to crawfish...there’s a world of wonder just beneath the water’s surface.(Kids must attend with paying adult.) Wear mud shoes! (Doris Bryant, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

6229.303

May 11

10am-11am

Motts Run Nature Center

$4/$4

5-Adult

Did you know? Fast Facts About Outdoor Time and Children •Children are spending half as much time outdoors as they did 20 years ago. (Juster et al 2004); (Burdette & Whitaker 2005); (Kuo & Sullivan 2001) •Today, kids 8-18 years old devote an average of 7 hours and 38 minutes using entertainment media in a typical day (more than 53 hours a week). (Kaiser Family Foundation) •In a typical week, only 6% of children ages 9-13 play outside on their own. (Children & Nature Network, 2008) •Children who play outside are more physically active, more creative in their play, less aggressive and show better concentration. (Burdette and Whitaker, 2005; Ginsburg et al., 2007) •Sixty minutes of daily unstructured free play is essential to children’s physical and mental health. (American Academy of Pediatrics, 2008) •The most direct route to caring for the environment as an adult is participating in “wild nature activities” before the age of 11. (Wells and Lekies, 2006)

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winter At The Library!

Central Rappahannock Regional Library

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Explore the many opportunities for lifelong learning and holiday entertainment at a CRRL branch near you or online at LibraryPoint.org. And if the snow gets too deep, you can always check out eBooks and eAudios online 24/7!

Art Films

Thursdays @ 7:00 - HQ

CRRL Book Groups

Adults Read & Discuss @ a Library Near You! See upcoming titles: LibraryPoint.org/book_groups

JANUARY 17 - Chihuly FEBRUARY 21 – The Kiss MARCH 21 – Mies van der Rohe APRIL 11 – Paris: The Luminous Years MAY 16 – Edward Hopper & Jacob Lawrence

Porter Book Group - 1st Thursdays, 7:30 Headquarters Book Group - 2nd Mondays, 7:30 A Classical Idea @ HQ - 3rd Mondays, 7:00 Book It! @ Salem Church - 4th Tuesdays, 7:00

A sampling of the great free programs at the library this winter!

Discover Earth

February 26-April 24 at the England Run Branch

Explore museum-quality exhibits featuring multimedia displays. A sampling of the special classes & events: Weekend activity tables will offer hands-on encounters with technology toys and experiments. March 23 - Amazing Magnets presented by the Explore It! Children's Museum March 23 - Hands on Engineering Fun presented by Virginia Tech's Center for Enhancement of Engineering Diversity March 30 - Green Magic with Joe Romano April 22 - Earth Day Celebration presented by the Friends of the Rappahannock

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sports programs Adult Programs Adult Tennis This program is intended for adults either just picking up the game or looking to improve. It teaches solid fundamentals and refines your technique in an easy and fun atmosphere. So pick up a racquet and join the fun!

Session

Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

Beginner

16 and up

Mar 5-Apr 9

7pm-7:50pm

Memorial Park

$40/$50

Intermediate

16 and up

Mar 7-Apr 11

7pm-7:50pm

Memorial Park

$40/$50

Adult Cardio Tennis Cardio Tennis is a new, fun, group activity featuring drills to give players of all abilities an ultimate, high-energy workout. Cardio Tennis includes a warm-up, cardio workout, and cool-down phases. If you want to find a healthy, new way to get in shape and to burn calories, try CardioTennis.

Session

Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

Open

16 and up

Mar 6-Apr 10

7pm-8pm

Memorial Park

$30/$40

Youth Programs Isshinryu Karate A super program for adults and children alike (you must be at least 8 years old) to help develop coordination, muscle tone, and self-confidence. The instructor does more than teach the basic karate movements; he also works on discipline and respect for others. It’s a fun, inexpensive way to experience all the value of a martial arts program. And parents, you can take it with your kids -- you’ll both have fun, and learn something too!

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

2530.201

8 and up

M,W

Jan 7-Feb 20

6pm-6:50pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$45

2530.203

8 and up

Jan 12-Feb 23

10am-12pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$45

2630.200

8 and up

M,W

Mar 4-Apr 17

6pm-6:50pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$45

2530.414

8 and up

Mar 9-Apr 20

10am-12pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$45

2530.311

8 and up

M,W

May 6-Jun 19

6pm-6:50pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$45

2630.203

8 and up

May 11-Jun 22

10am-12pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$45

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Youth Programs Homeschool/Family Fencing Homeschoolers - try something new and fun! Our fencing instructor will teach you the basic stance and how to lunge. At registration you may opt to rent equipment or bring your own. Class size is limited, register early!

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4400.201

Jan 8-Feb 12

11am-12pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$70/$75

8-16

Beginner & Intermediate Fencing Our trained instructor will meet with you once a week to teach you the fundamentals of this sophisticated sport. Learn stances and how to foil. At the first day of class, you will need to rent equipment for $20, or you can bring your own. Take this opportunity to get off the couch and learn something new. Class size is limited so don’t miss your chance, sign up today! Equipment fees ($20) need to be paid to instructor at the first day of class.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4444.206

8-16

Jan 8-Feb 12

7pm-8pm

Hugh Mercer ES

$70/$75

4444.216

8-16

Jan 10-Feb 14

6:30pm-7:30pm

Hugh Mercer ES

$70/$75

4444.207

8-16

Mar 5-Apr 9

7pm-8pm

Hugh Mercer ES

$70/$75

4444.217

8-16

Mar 7-Apr 11

6:30pm-7:30pm

Hugh Mercer ES

$70/$75

4444.404

8-16

May 7-Jun 11

7pm-8pm

Hugh Mercer ES

$70/$75

4444.414

8-16

May 9-Jun 13

6:30pm-7:30pm

Hugh Mercer ES

$70/$75

Junior Karate Our Junior Karate class is a great introduction into the world of martial arts for children ages 5-7. It’s also an excellent way to develop self-confidence, balance, coordination, and discipline. Register early, class size is limited.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

2520.201

5-7

M,W

Jan 7-Feb 20

5pm-5:50pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$45

2520.302

5-7

M,W

Mar 4-Apr 17

5pm-5:50pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$45

2520.306

5-7

M,W

May 6-Jun 19

5pm-5:50pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$45

Pee Wee Tennis With little racquets and shorter nets, even the tiniest of hopefuls have a chance to succeed. This class is a wonderful introduction to a lifetime sport for your 4 - 6 year old.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

1710.301

4-6

T, Th

Mar 5-21

5pm-5:50pm

Memorial Park

$40/$50

1710.307

4-6

T, Th

Apr 2-18

5pm-5:50pm

Memorial Park

$40/$50

Youth Tennis This program is intended for the 7 - 15 year old player. We will use the USA 1*2*3 program to teach the beginner player the basic skills needed to start enjoying a wonderful lifetime sport.

Session

Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

1730.301

7-15

T, Th

Mar 5-21

6pm-6:50pm

Memorial Park

$40/$50

1740.301

7-15

T, Th

Apr 2-18

6pm-6:50pm

Memorial Park

$40/$50

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Youth Programs Youth Spring Soccer (Ages: 6 to 16yrs) This program is for youth between ages six and 16 years old. Players learn fundamentals including dribbling, passing, shooting and teamwork. Practices are on either Mondays & Wednesdays, or Tuesdays & Thursdays. Games are during the week and on Saturdays. All practices and games will be held at Dixon Park. Practices start March 11th, and games begin the 23rd. SPECIAL REGISTRATION FORM REQUIRED.

Division

Age

Location

Fee (R/NR)

Novice

6-7

Dixon Park Fields

$25/$50

Rookie

8-9

Dixon Park Fields

$25/$50

Junior

10-12

Dixon Park Fields

$25/$50

Senior

13-16

Dixon Park Fields

$25/$50

11-Mar to 13-May Registration Begins: 1/8 City, 1/15 Non-City Deadline to Register: 2/14 $20 Late Fee after 2/14

Youth Field Hockey Field Hockey has quickly become one of the fastest-growing sports programs in the area. Grab your stick and sign up before it’s too late. SPECIAL REGISTRATION FORM REQUIRED. 11-Mar to 13-May Division Age Location Fee (R/NR) Registration Begins: Novice 7-8 Dixon Park Fields $25/$50 1/8 City, 1/15 Non-City Rookie 9-10 Dixon Park Fields $25/$50 Deadline to Register: 2/14 Junior 11-12 Dixon Park Fields $25/$50 $20 Late Fee after 2/14

Youth Baseball (Ages: 6-15 yrs) Do you have the next Ruth, Mays, Jeter or Ryan? Watch your children develop their talents through our exciting league. Each age division stresses skill development, sportsmanship, and friendly competition. The registration deadline is Feb. 21. The age determination date is June 15. SPECIAL REGISTRATION FORM REQUIRED.

Division

Age

Location

Fee (R/NR)

T-Ball

Various City Fields

$25/$50

Coach Pitch 7-8

Various City Fields

$25/$50

Rookie

9-10

Various City Fields

$25/$50

Junior

11-12

Various City Fields

$25/$50

Senior

13-15

Various City Fields

$25/$50

1-Apr to 1-Jun Registration Begins: 1/8 City, 1/15 Non-City Deadline to Register: 2/21 $20 Late Fee after 2/21

Youth Football Our youth football program is for kids between the ages of seven and thirteen years old, and games are played across the Fredericksburg and the Northern Neck area. Practices are held at Old Mill Park and Walker Grant Middle, and are scheduled to begin Monday, July 29th. This is a travel intensive program, and fills quickly. SPECIAL REGISTRATION FORM REQUIRED.

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29-July to 2-Nov Registration Begins: 6/11 City, 6/18 Non-City Deadline to Register: 7/11 $20 Late Fee after 7/11

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Tot Programs Spring Lil’ Kickers Lil’ Kickers is our introduction to soccer program for kids between the ages of four and five years old. The program meets for one hour over five Saturdays at Dixon Park. Teams will practice for the first 30 minutes, and scrimmage for the last 30 minutes. The program begins on March 23. SPECIAL REGISTRATION FORM REQUIRED. 23-Mar to 27-Apr Dixon Park Registration Begins: 1/8 (Residents); 1/15 (Non-Residents) $20 City; $40 Non-City Deadline to Register: 3/7 $20 Late Fee after 3/7

Lil’ Strikers Field Hockey Join this program that will introduce your 5 and 6 yearolds to Field Hockey and prepare them for our Field Hockey league. Register early to ensure your spot in this exiting program. The deadline to register is March 7. SPECIAL REGISTRATION FORM IS REQUIRED. 23-March to 27-Apr Dixon Park Registration Begins: 1/8 (Residents); 1/15 (Non-Residents) $20 City; $40 Non-City Deadline to Register: 3/7 $20 Late Fee after 3/7

Lil’ Sluggers Baseball (Ages: 4-5 yrs) Lil’ Sluggers baseball is for players that are 4 & 5 years old, and serves as our introduction to baseball program, teaching players the basic fundamentals and skills needed in a non-competitive, encouraging environment.The registration deadline is April 4. SPECIAL REGISTRATION FORM REQUIRED. 13-Apr to 11-May Various City Fields Registration Begins: 1/8 (Residents); 1/15 (Non-Residents) $20 City; $40 Non-City Deadline to Register: 4/4 $20 Late Fee after 4/4

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A special THANK YOU to our coaches and sponsors!

Coaches:

Chris Allison Robin Allison-Jones Malaika Araujo Kofi Asante Kevin Aylesworth Tim Bahre Regina Baker Michael Ballhaus Diane Bestick Danny Beverly John Blanchard Paul Brown Bill Buckingham Terry Carden Tram Chase Nicholas Chrepta Zachary Coates Antonio Coghill Jeff Davis Mark Davis Tim Davis Matt Denson Kasey Furrow Wilson Greenlaw Paul Gustavson Andrew Hellier Heather Holsinger Kris Hoppel 34

Corey Rigual Ric Rigual Donnie Seal Tom Sellers Charlie Sharpless Kaitlyn Simila Ed Simila Todd Spangler Jim Steimer Matt Stinchcomb Tamara Stohr Eric Stohr Timothy Sweet Camm Taylor Shawn Teague Jason Terry Diana Thorpe Romel Turner Joseph Uchytil Scott Vezina Ken Wallace Sara Wallace Jeremy Williams Charles Willis

Laura Howell Kim Hyatt Scott Hyldahl Rhett Jeffries Jack Johnson Newell Jones Will Jones Doc King Philip King Tom Klies Ben Laake Amy LaFleur Shane Lambert Sean Lapier Ralph Lewis Lisa Mahon Michael Matthews Tom McFarland Gusty McIntyre Guy Miller-Richards Mike Neloms Stephanie Oaks James Phillips Nicole Proffitt Lindsey Quinn Paul Quinn Paul Rabatin Shanna Rae Ken Rigby

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Sponsors:

Barbara Cornwell, CENTURY 21 Bill Britt VW Black Knight Technology Cavalier Family Skating Coldwell Banker Carriage House Dan Wallace Enterprises Flatter & Associates FOA Orthopedics Physical Therapy GoodFellers Tree Service J & R Trucking Papa John’s Pizza Play-it-Again Sports Pratt Medical Premier Physical Therapy Pulliam’s Auto Center Inc. Riverby Books Sammy T’s Restaurant SimVentions That Yo-Yo Guy The Tranquility Dental Center

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fitness & dance Fitness Classes Sunrise Yoga This all-encompassing yoga session will help you clarify, relax, focus, and concentrate. All levels are accommodated in this active and energizing class. This class will improve your strength, flexibility, and concentration. Bring water, yoga mat and wear comfortable clothing to experience the wonderful benefits of yoga outdoors! *Drop in fee $7

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

2630.301

14 and up

Jan 12-Feb 23

8:30am-9:30am

Maury Commons

$35/$40

2630.401

14 and up

Mar 9-Apr 27

8:30am-9:30am

Maury Commons

$35/$40

2630.213

14 and up

May 11-Jun 22

8:30am-9:30am

Alum Spring Stage

$35/$40

Yoga Work at your individual level as the instructor guides you through a series of standing, seated, and lying postures. This class will improve your strength, flexibility, and concentration. Appropriate for those new to Yoga and those familiar with traditional poses. Modifications will be shown for those with knee, hip, shoulder, or other issues. Bring a mat, water, and wear comfortable clothing. *Drop in fee $7

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

2630.210

14 and up

Tu, Th

Jan 8-Feb 21

7pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$65

2630.211

14 and up

Tu, Th

Mar 5-Apr 18

7pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$65

2630.212

14 and up

Tu, Th

May 7-Jun 20

7pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$65

Ballet Fitness Ballet Fitness is a fun total body workout that helps create a lean and firm physique. Ballet Fitness is a program that will help shape your upper body, tighten your tummy, trim your hips and challenge your balance. No dance background needed! Drop in fee $10

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4200.100

14 and up

Jan 7-Feb 11

7pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

4200.200

14 and up

Mar 4-Apr 8

7pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

4200.300

14 and up

May 6-Jun 17

7pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

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Fitness Classes Group Fitness Punch Card Program (Ages 15 and up) Group Fitness classes require a Group Fitness Punch Card. These cards allow you the flexibility to choose and try any and all fitness classes. Take a look at our schedule of classes to see what fits your busy schedule and stop in to purchase your card to good health today! Class times are subject to change. All fitness classes are 50 minutes in length and on-going with no specific start date unless otherwise stated in class description. Classes held at the Dorothy Hart Community Center. Please call for questions prior to attending your first class.

Strengthen, Tone and Sculpt If you want strong bones and to build muscles that burn fat, then come join us. We work on our entire body - upper body, lower body and abs, utilizing free weights, flexball, exercise tubes and more for a total body shaping experience. *Use with punch card - 1 punch

M, W 6:00pm - 6:50pm Instructor: Pam Wrobel, ACE & CPR cert.

Cardio and Strength Training for Active Older Adults This unique strength-training program is specifically geared toward the Active Older Adult. We combine low impact cardio elements, resistance training, along with core conditioning floor work. We’ll end class with relaxing stretches, which will help improve flexibility and also reduce stress. A perfect way to end your workout! *Use with punch card - 1 punch

T 8:30am-9:30am T, TH 1:00pm – 1:50pm Instructor: Theresa Powel, CPR Cert.

Early Morning Sculpt and Tone Start your day off guilt free with this early morning workout. Pam will get you moving and feeling great with a total body workout. A super way to get your workout in before you find an excuse. You’ll find you have more energy throughout the day, and be glad you got out of bed in time to get in shape. *Use with punch card - 1 punch

M, W, F 8:10am - 9:00am Instructor: Pam Wrobel, ACE & CPR cert

Beginner-Intermediate Pilates Pilates is for all ages, genders and abilities! Most body aches and pains are due to muscular imbalance. Pilates strengthens the muscles that support the spine (the neck, shoulders, abs, hips and thighs), helps to realign the spine, and strengthen the body from the inside out. This class will focus on activating deep muscles while helping tone, streamline and improve your posture through the emphasis on body conditioning, core muscle training, and flexibility. You will also learn to do Pilates exercises with props, such as, small balls, large medicine balls. stretch bands, hand weights, Pilates rings, and foam rollers. *Use with punch card - 1 punch

Group Fitness Punch Card

30 Day Pass (Unlimited Classes) Flex Punch Card: 12 Punches Flex Punch Card: 8 Punches

Fees $40 City, $45 Non-City Fees $35 City, $40 Non-City Fees $30 City, $35 Non-City

Drop in Fees:$5

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M, W 11:30pm - 12:20pm Instructor: Cheri Bryan, CPFI certified

Group Fitness Punch Cards expire 30 days from purchase and can only be acquired in person at the Dorothy Hart Community Center.

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Fitness Classes Zumba Zumba combines high energy and motivating music with unique moves and combinations that allow participants to dance away their worries & 500-700 calories. It is based on the principle that a workout should be “FUN AND EASY TO DO” in order for Zumba participants to stick to the Zumba fitness program to achieve long-term health benefits. Zumba is not only great for the body, but is also great for the mind. It is a “feel-happy” workout, but be prepared to sweat! Ditch the work out, join the party! Drop in fee $7.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

2000.100

14 and up

Tu, Th

Jan 8-Feb 21

6:15pm-7:15pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$65

2000.110

14 and up

Tu, Th

Mar 5-Apr 18

6:15pm-7:15pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$65

2000.120

14 and up

Tu, Th

May 7-Jun 20

6:15pm-7:15pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$65

Tai-Chi & Meditation Tai Chi is the Chinese health exercise used to cultivate a peaceful mind and healthy body. The instructor studied with Da Liu, a Taoist Master who introduced Tai Chi to this country. Sifu Charles studied with Da Liu for five years and has practiced since 1980. Sitting Meditation and Chi Kung Health Exercises are covered as a compliment to Tai Chi. Advanced students learn the long version of the form and Push Hands, a Tai Chi partner practice.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

Beginner 2311.201

10 and up

Jan 9-Feb 27

6:30pm-7:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

2311.202

10 and up

Mar 6-Apr 24

6:30pm-7:30pm

Maury Commons

$40/$45

2311.203

10 and up

May 8-Jun 26

6:30pm-7:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

2310.201

10 and up

Jan 9-Feb 27

7:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

2310.202

10 and up

Mar 6-Apr 24

7:30pm-8:30pm

Maury Commons

$40/$45

2310.203

10 and up

May 8-Jun 26

7:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

Advanced

New Year, New You. Get Active. Enroll Today.

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Fitness Classes TABATA CrossTrain An exciting, high-intensity interval training workout that follows the Tabata protocol of 20 seconds of pushing yourself hard, followed by 10 seconds of rest and repeated for eight cycles. This is a high intensity class at YOUR level. NO choreography, but a highly efficient workout with maximum results! Drop in fee $7

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4100.110

14 and up

Jan 7-Feb 18

7pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

4100.100

14 and up

Tu, Th

Jan 8-Feb 21

10am-11am

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$65

4100.210

14 and up

Mar 4-Apr 15

7pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

4100.200

14 and up

Tu, Th

Mar 5-Apr 18

10am-11am

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$65

4100.310

14 and up

May 6-Jun 17

7pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

4100.300

14 and up

Tu, Th

May 7-Jun 20

10am-11am

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$65

Dance Classes Beginners Low Impact Line Dance

AVID Line Dancer Class: Intermediate & Advanced Dances (Ages: 16 to Adult) No experience needed! Line Dance Glossary Steps taught. Dance walk through before music starts. Patterns called during music. Line Dance exercises the body and the mind while having fun. Come and join the Starters class! Discover you can be an avid dancer too! Begins on 1st Friday of the month 12:00pm - 1:25pm $4 City or Non-City drop in per class Location Varies Register on a weekly basis. 38

(Ages: 16 to Adult) Prerequisite: Proficient in most Glossary Basic Steps and comfortable with Multiple Turns. Come join the Avid Dancers class and meet new friends! Seasonal dances taught for Friday socials. Begins on 1st Friday of the month 1:30pm - 3:00pm $4 City or Non-City drop in per class Location Varies Register on a weekly basis.

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Dance Classes Belly Dance Basics I with Anthea The artistic way to have fun, get fit, and make friends! Classes feature a belly-robics warm up, Raks Sharki combinations and Tribal Odyssey foundation. Anyone may join, no experience necessary. Anthea’s certified teaching method, refined over twenty years, will get you dancing right away. *Drop in fee $15

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3722.214

12 and up

Jan 10-31

7:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$38/$49

3722.218

12 and up

Feb 7-28

7:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$38/$49

3722.309

12 and up

Mar 7-28

7:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$38/$49

3722.320

12 and up

Apr 4-25

7:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$38/$49

3722.324

12 and up

May 2-23

7:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$38/$49

Belly Dance Basics II with Anthea Continue from Basics I for more FUN or FITNESS! Enroll by instructor approval. Anthea’s classes feature: Bellyrobics warm-up, isolation technique drills, Raks Sharki combinations and choreography (may include veil), and Tribal Odyssey foundation. Even this basic level of belly dance gives you amazing skills while you develop grace and body control. *Drop in fee $15

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3722.216

12 and up

Jan 10-31

8:30pm-9:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$38/$49

3722.217

12 and up

Feb 7-28

8:30pm-9:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$38/$49

3722.300

12 and up

Mar 7-28

8:30pm-9:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$38/$49

3722.335

12 and up

Apr 4-25

8:30pm-9:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$38/$49

3722.336

12 and up

May 2-23

8:30pm-9:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$38/$49

Belly Dance Basics III with Anthea Continuation from Belly Dance 2. Take your dancing to the next level with a nationally known, certified teacher who has over twenty years of professional experience. Step by step, develop your advanced techniques and skills (Including Finger Cymbals). Learn music, rhythms, and the use of belly dance props like sword, cane, veil, and more. Class includes Performance Prep, Raks Sharki choreography or composition, and Tribal Odyssey Levels 2 and 3. Enroll by instructor approval.*Drop in fee $15

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3722.227

12 and up

Jan 9-30

7:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$51

3722.228

12 and up

Feb 6-27

7:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$51

3722.346

12 and up

Mar 6-27

7:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$51

3722.347

12 and up

Apr 3-24

7:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$51

3722.348

12 and up

May 1-22

7:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$51

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adult special interest Culinary Boot Camp Prep work is easy once you’ve learned some basic cutting techniques that are essential for building the confidence needed to carve, slice, dice and mince your next masterpiece. Learn the basic knife skills, cooking methods, making stocks, sauces, salad dressings, kitchen equipment and tools, food safety & sanitation and little bit of cooking.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.200

16 and up

Jan 5

6pm-8pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.201

16 and up

Feb 7

7pm-9pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.202

16 and up

Mar 2

6pm-8pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.203

16 and up

Mar 7

7pm-9pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

The Art of Soup Making Cook a variety of soups and stews from scratch. Learn about the elements of flavor (using your 5 senses) and garnishments for soups. Sit back and enjoy your soup with some fresh baked bread.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.209

16 and up

Jan 5

6pm-8pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.210

16 and up

Jan 24

7pm-9pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

Friends Hanging Out Series Cook fun food from start to finish, then sit back and enjoy the fruits of your labor with some jazz music & good conversation. Take it easy and relax with your pals (2½ hour class). Each class will cook a different menu.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.215

16 and up

Jan 19

6pm-8:30pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.216

16 and up

Mar 30

6pm-8:30pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.217

16 and up

Apr 4

7pm-9:30pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.218

16 and up

Jun 8

6pm-8:30pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

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Culinary Let’s Bake Baking is easier than you think; come out and learn baking basics - measuring, prepping, frosting, using a mixer and mixing by hand. Make a variety of bake goods such as No-fail cakes, pies and scrumptious cookies. Each class will bake different items.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.204

16 and up

Feb 21

7pm-9pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.205

16 and up

May 25

6pm-8pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.206

16 and up

Jun 13

7pm-9pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

Date Night Here is a great way to begin a magical night; grab your date and come out for some fun in our kitchen. Each class will cook a different menu.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.219

16 and up

Feb 2

6pm-8pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.220

16 and up

Feb 16

6pm-8pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.221

16 and up

Apr 13

6pm-8pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

Hors d’oeuvres Made Easy Do you like to entertain? Then this is the class for you. Dazzle your friends and family with a collection of delightful hors d’oeuvres.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.207

16 and up

Mar 16

6pm-8pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.208

16 and up

May 2

7pm-9pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

Farmer’s Market Series All about fresh fruits and vegetables: identifying, taste testing, how to prepare & prepare different ways, storing properly, using fresh herbs & spices. A winter/spring explosion of farmers market finds; this is a wonderful series to treat your loved ones to.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

3000.211

16 and up

Mar 21

7pm-9pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.212

16 and up

Apr 27

6pm-8pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.213

16 and up

May 16

7pm-9pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

3000.214

16 and up

Jun 8

6pm-8pm

Red Aster Foods

$55/$55

Special Culinary Classes DISCOUNT:

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Adult Special Interest Adult 41

Art Watercolor I Get to know the artist within you. Learn the basics of this beautiful medium with artist Nancie Harris. Find your particular style and feel your creative energy flow as you learn how to begin painting your own watercolors. Each student will work on 4 pieces throughout the course. Pick up a supply list when you register. No experience necessary.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4031.215

16 and up

Jan 8-29

10am-12pm 562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4031.217

16 and up

Jan 8-29

7pm-9pm

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4031.216

16 and up

Mar 19-Apr 9

10am-12pm 562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4031.218

16 and up

Mar 19-Apr 9

7pm-9pm

$41/$46

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

Watercolor II For those of you who have taken Nancie’s Watercolor I class (or have some watercolor experience) and want to continue with your painting. Paint with confidence as your skills continue to improve and you share your work with others.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4031.226

16 and up

Feb 12-Mar 5

10am-12pm 562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4033.216

16 and up

Feb 12-Mar 5

7pm-9pm

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4031.400

16 and up

Apr 23-May 14

10am-12pm 562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4033.401

16 and up

Apr 23-May 14

7pm-9pm

$41/$46

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

Acrylic I This easy, portable art will offer even beginning artists a chance to express themselves with paint. We’ll look at basic acrylic techniques, try an acrylic collage, a wash, and even a still life. Make this the year you try something new and creative. Supply list provided upon registration.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4035.202

16 and up

Jan 2-23

10am-12pm 562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4035.222

16 and up

Jan 2-23

7pm-9pm

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4035.204

16 and up

Mar 13-Apr 3

10am-12pm 562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4035.223

16 and up

Mar 13-Apr 3

7pm-9pm

$41/$46

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

Acrylic II For those of you who have some experience working with acrylic paints or have taken Nancie’s first session. This class will help you continue to explore your creativity and ability to work in this wonderfully portable and easy art form. Each student will continue to work at his/her pace to complete different projects. Supply list provided upon registration.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

4035.500

16 and up

Feb 6-27

10am-12pm 562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4036.201

16 and up

Feb 6-27

7pm-9pm

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4035.502

16 and up

Apr 17-May 8

10am-12pm 562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4036.503

16 and up

Apr 17-May 8

7pm-9pm

$41/$46

Location

Fee (R/NR)

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

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Art Drawing I Always wanted to draw, but never took the time? Whether you are just a beginner or have some experience and just want to sharpen your skills, this class is for you. We will be looking at perspective, composition, shading and some other drawing basics. Supply list provided upon registration.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

4012.115

16 and up

Jan 3-24

10am-12pm 562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

Location

Fee (R/NR) $41/$46

4012.210

16 and up

Jan 3-24

7pm-9pm

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4012.513

16 and up

Mar 14-Apr 4

10am-12pm 562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4012.212

16 and up

Mar 14-Apr 4

7pm-9pm

$41/$46

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

Drawing II For those of you who have completed Drawing I or have drawing experience. We’ll improve your techniques and learn more secrets to making a drawing come to life. We will also incorporate ink into our drawings. Come ready to draw! Supply list provided upon registration.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4012.511

16 and up

Feb 7-28

10am-12pm 562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4012.512

16 and up

Feb 7-28

7pm-9pm

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4012.515

16 and up

Apr 18-May 9

10am-12pm 562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$41/$46

4012.516

16 and up

Apr 18-May 9

7pm-9pm

$41/$46

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

Collage I and Mixed Media Collage-making is perhaps the most underutilized yet most versatile and diversified extension of painting. It is a medium which develops the artist’s proficiency and strengthens composition and color application. Students will work on developing a small series with a related theme or subject. Great for either beginners, or those with painting and or drawing experience. Supply list provided upon registration. (Jeremy Austin, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

9700.300

16 and up

Jan 9-30

10am-11:30am

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

9700.301

16 and up

Feb 6-27

10am-11:30am

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

9700.302

16 and up

Mar 6-27

10am-11:30am

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

9700.303

16 and up

Apr 3-24

10am-11:30am

Dorothy Hart Center

$40/$45

Precious Metal Clay Will introduce students to the clay, tools and basic procedures used to turn clay into a piece of fine silver jewelry. Students will design and construct their own simple pendant which they will take home at the end of class. A Material fee of $50.00 is extra for the fine silver and is payable to the Instructor on class night. Students will take home any silver they have left at the end of the class. (Robin DiGiacomo, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

8800.700

15 and up

Feb 7

10am-12pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$60

8800.701

15 and up

Feb 21

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$60

8800.702

15 and up

Mar 14

7pm-9pm

Maury Commons

$60/$60

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Adult Special Interest Adult 43

Art DARE TO CREATE A BETTER LIFE WORKSHOPS Karen Richards returns to Fredericksburg with a series of one day, mixed media workshops that will help you create a better life, or at least a new way of looking at your environments! No artistic experience necessary. Vision Boards Vision Boards - Dare to dream about the life you want by creating a mixed media collage full of wishes to be fulfilled.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

1000.200

16 and up

Jan 7

7pm-9pm

Maury Commons

$23/$28

1000.201

16 and up

Jan 8

10am-12pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.202

16 and up

Mar 5

1pm-3pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.203

16 and up

Mar 5

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.204

16 and up

Apr 22

7pm-9pm

Maury Commons

$23/$28

1000.205

16 and up

Apr 23

10am-12pm

Maury Commons

$23/$28

Goddess Boxes Goddess Boxes -Dare to create a vessel to hold the tools you’ll need for inspirational play. Supplies included.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

1000.206

16 and up

Jan 8

1pm-3pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.207

16 and up

Jan 8

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.209

16 and up

Mar 4

7pm-9pm

Maury Commons

$23/$28

1000.208

16 and up

Mar 5

10am-12pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.210

16 and up

Apr 23

1pm-3pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.211

16 and up

Apr 23

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

Relationship Weavings Relationship Weavings - Dare to create a mixed media weaving that includes the people who you love and those who motivate you. Supplies included.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

1000.212

16 and up

Jan 9

10am-12pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.213

16 and up

Jan 10

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.214

16 and up

Mar 6

1pm-3pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.215

16 and up

Mar 6

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.216

16 and up

Apr 24

10am-12pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

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Art Meditation Mandalas Meditation Mandalas- Dare to create a mandala that inspires you to meditate about your life in color. Supplies included. (Karen Richards, instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

1000.217

16 and up

Jan 9

1pm-3pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.218

16 and up

Jan 9

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.219

16 and up

Mar 6

10am-12pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.220

16 and up

Mar 7

7pm-9pm

Maury Commons

$23/$28

1000.221

16 and up

Apr 24

1pm-3pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$23/$28

1000.222

16 and up

Apr 25

7pm-9pm

Maury Commons

$23/$28

Inner Wisdom Beads Intentional and mindful beading offers a wide variety of benefits which includes bringing awareness to the present moment, offers tangible comfort in life-changing situations, and assists in quieting your mind to hear your own inner wisdom. You will create your set of inner wisdom beads using high-quality elements from around the world; crystal, mineral, wood, seed, glass and clay. By assigning your own stories, symbols and intentions, you create a tool and resource that will help bring balance to your life. Examples can be viewed at www.innerwisdombeads. com. $25 material fee/paid to instructor. (Linda Burns, instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

8900.426

14 and up

Jan 17

6:30pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$45/$45

8900.427

14 and up

Feb 15

6:30pm-8:30pm

Maury Commons

$45/$45

8900.428

14 and up

Apr 9

6:30pm-8:30pm

Maury Commons

$45/$45

You ARE Creative: Unlock Your Natural Creativity Awaken the innate creative abilities of students through lecture, discussion, play and hands on crafting. This class is intended for adults who have lost touch with their natural creativity, who believe they are not creative, and for those who wish to increase their creative scope. (Rikki Ansell, Instructor)

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

8100.105

Jan 22-Feb 12

7pm-8:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$75/$75

18 and up

Johnny’s Thursday Watercolors Advanced class. Must have instructor’s permission to register.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

4037.501

Apr 4-May 30

10am-12pm Dorothy Hart Center

18 and up

Location

fredprpf@fredericksburgva.gov

Fee (R/NR) $42/$54

Adult Special Interest Adult 45

Photography Don’t Settle, Love the Results DSLR Do you have a DSLR camera that has more modes and menus than you can figure out? Would you like to learn about your camera by having fun making images and rather than being put to sleep by reading the owners manual? This class is for anyone who would like to learn more about composition, ISO, f-stops, shutter speed, white balance, and the various camera modes of their DSLR cameras. A DSLR is required for this class as well as assignments to complete between classes.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

9000.011

14 and up

Jan 9-Feb 13

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$60

9000.120

14 and up

Apr 25-May 30

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$60

Photo Composition Would you like to improve the look of your photos? Do you have trouble deciding how to frame your images to create pleasing compositions? In this two hour class you will learn how to improve your photos through better composition. The rule of thirds, leading lines, using color and other concepts will be discussed to help you create better photos.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

9000.122

14 and up

Jan 10

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$15/$15

9000.123

14 and up

Feb 19

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$15/$15

9000.124

14 and up

Apr 3

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$15/$15

9000.125

14 and up

May 13

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$15/$15

Mobile Photography Leave the big guns at home because we are going mobile! Do you like to make photos with the camera in your smart phone? Would you like to learn how to process those photos and post them online within minutes of making them? Mobile Photography is one of the hottest forms of photography right now. You will learn about several apps and how to use them to process your photos and post them online with minutes of making them! Apps for the iPhone, iPad and Android phones will be discussed.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

9000.153

14 and up

Jan 28

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$15/$15

9000.154

14 and up

Mar 26

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$15/$15

9000.155

14 and up

May 15

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$15/$15

Photo - Composition Walkabout Learn to create better photos during this walkabout in downtown Fredericksburg. This hands on class will compliment the Photo Composition class by putting the concepts of the rule of thirds, leading lines and use of color to improve your compositions. The walk will begin and end at the Fredericksburg Town Hall, 907 Princess Anne Street. Bring your camera, wear comfortable shoes and dress for the weather.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

9000.126

14 and up

Jan 29

11am-2pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$25/$25

9000.150

14 and up

Feb 16

11am-2pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$25/$25

9000.151

14 and up

Mar 6

11am-2pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$25/$25

9000.152

14 and up

Apr 20

11am-2pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$25/$25

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Photography Photo - Post Processing for the Web Do you like to share you photos with your friends and family online? Would you like to improve the overall quality of the photos you post online? This class will cover easy ways to use Photoshop to improve the look of the photos you post online. Any version of Photoshop will work for this class.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

9000.156

14 and up

Feb 4

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$15/$15

9000.157

14 and up

Mar 14

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$15/$15

9000.158

14 and up

Apr 24

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$15/$15

Ipad for Photographers The iPad is a great tool for photographers but how can you get the most out of it? Would you like to leave your laptop at home the next time you take a trip but still be able to sort and process the photos from your DSLR or Point & Shoot camera? Learn how to use your iPad to process, file and share your images not matter what camera you use to make them plus much more. Two Classes, two hours each class.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

9000.159

14 and up

Jan 17-24

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$25/$25

9000.160

14 and up

Mar 13-20

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$25/$25

9000.161

14 and up

Apr 30-May 7

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$25/$25

Rock Your Point and Shoot Camera Do you have a point and shoot camera and want to learn how to use it to create images you love? Are you tired of getting images that you don’t like but you don’t know how to improve them? This class will help you create better photographs with your point and shoot camera. Come and learn about composition, f-stops, shutter speeds, white balance, ISO and much more in a class geared specifically to point and shoot camera users. A digital point and shoot camera in required for this class as well as assignments to complete between classes..

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

9000.121

Mar 4-Apr 8

7pm-9pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$60

14 and up

FREDERICKSBURG PHOTO SHOW June 20-23,2013 dorothy hart community Center

START TAKING YOUR PICTURES NOW!

Show open is open to all amateur photographers entry forms available in april entry deadline: may 20, 2013 FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT WWW.FREDERICKSBURGVA.GOV SPONSORED BY THE FREDERICKSBURG PARKS & RECREATION DEPT. AND THE FREDERICKSBURG PHOTOGRAPHY CLUB

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Adult Special Interest Adult 47

Special Interest Conversational Italian - Beginners Come immerse yourself in one of the most romantic languages in the world. Conversational Italian is for teens and adults. It is a classroom environment where the instructor will familiarize the class with basic words and phrases in Italian. This course teaches the basic skills to those who do not know Italian so they can converse with an Italian speaker.

Activity #

Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4490.202

13 and up

Jan 16-Feb 20

6pm-7pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$70/$75

4490.306

13 and up

Apr 4-May 9

10am-11am

Dorothy Hart Center

$70/$75

4490.205

13 and up

Apr 10-May 15

6pm-7pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$70/$75

Advance Conversational Italian Build on the skills you learned in our previous classes. The instructor teaches an expanded set of skills to those that have acquired a basic knowledge of Italian through completion of conversational Italian I. This is ideal for those who are planning a trip to Italy.

Activity #

Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4490.318

13 and up

Feb 21-Mar 28

10am-11am

Dorothy Hart Center

$70/$75

4490.316

13 and up

Feb 27-Apr 3

6pm-7pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$70/$75

4490.319

13 and up

May 16-Jun 20

10am-11am

Dorothy Hart Center

$70/$75

4490.317

13 and up

May 22-Jun 26

7pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$70/$75

Stop Smoking This time you are going to quit smoking for good! Nancie Harris, a registered hypnotist for behavior modification, will help you quit without withdrawal symptoms, chemicals or medication, using relaxation and behavior modification techniques. Nancie will teach you the new behavior skills to get rid of your addiction. Hypnosis, although NOT a magic potion, is one way to help you keep an even keel, put yourself first, and quit smoking for good. Why not give it a try?

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

2460.301

16 and up

Jan 7

7pm-9pm

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$35/$40

2460.303

16 and up

Feb 4

7pm-9pm

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$35/$40

2460.306

16 and up

Apr 8

7pm-9pm

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$35/$40

2460.308

16 and up

May 6

7pm-9pm

562-2 Wolfe St. (Mind & Body Studio)

$35/$40

RAD for Women In a bad situation, would you know what to do? This important “hands-on” program, brought to us by the Fredericksburg Police Department, will give you some safety tips and teach you valuable defense tactics to use should you ever be attacked. You’ll learn how and where to kick and hit, and when and what to yell. Gain self-confidence and feel safer knowing that you know how to protect yourself should danger arise.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

2511.311

16 and up

Jan 8-29

7pm-9pm

Fredericksburg Police Dept.

$12/$12

2511.411

16 and up

Mar 5-26

7pm-9pm

Fredericksburg Police Dept.

$12/$12

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Special Interest Puppy Kindergarten: Pups 9-20 weeks The first few weeks that your pup investigates the world and learns good manners and attention are the most important weeks the two of you will ever spend. Put the sweet paws of your puppy on the best path for an obedient, happy and safe future. Puppies only in this class. No exceptions. Pups 9 to 20 weeks of age are urged to sign up early and join us for the most fun you and your pup can have.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4310.401

Jan 8-Feb 5

6:30pm-7:15pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$89/$99

16 and up

Basic Dog Manners Using positive reinforcement methods based on current learning theory and behavior modification techniques, we will teach YOU to teach the dog to respond to your commands of : Come, Sit ( and Stay) Down ( and Stay) and Heel. We will begin teaching the skills dogs need to pass the AKC Canine Good Citizen test. Dogs of all ages and sizes are welcome, but the dog must be at least 14 weeks old and have had at least 2 of 4 puppy vaccinations. Participants in all classes must show current veterinary vaccination at first night’s orientation. Positive reinforcement methods only. We will learn to use a clicker. Students learn to use their clicker to show dogs the desired behavior and give immediate rewards. Dogs must attend ALL five classes.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4311.311

Jan 9-Feb 6

7pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$89/$99

16 and up

Advanced Dog Manners For the dogs who came to a basic skills class and now want to hone their attention and obedience response vocabulary, this is the class for you. We will work on all ten tasks of the AKC CGC test as part of our school work. Want to practice a run-through of the AKC Novice obedience tasks? Request a run-through as your graduation exercise. As in all Dog Manners classes, we will have a festive graduation our last session.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4311.500

16 and up

Jan 8-Feb 5

7:30pm-8:15pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$89/$99

4311.501

16 and up

Jan 9-Feb 6

1pm-2pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$89/$99

1st Annual Dog Easter Egg Hunt Bring your dog and come experience our 1st Annual Dog Easter Egg Hunt. Your registration of $5.00 dollars allows up to two dogs to join in the fun! Dogs must be at least 12 weeks old. Half of all registration will be given to the Greater Fredericksburg SPCA! Activity #4020.302 - Pre-registration is required. $5 for 2 dogs. March 23, 2013 1:30pm-2:45pm Memorial Park Sexy Lady in the Making!™ A ground-breaking new path to lose weight and be slim, which goes to the root cause of weight loss in each individual. No diets, no pills, no weird stuff! Get that Sexy Lady Back!

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4000.301

22 and up

Jan 9-30

7pm-8pm

Maury Commons

$147/$147

4000.302

22 and up

May 1-22

7pm-8pm

Maury Commons

$147/$147

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Special Interest Herbal Whole Body Health All though we are all biochemically unique and not everything works for everybody, there are basic herbs and nutritional supplements that almost everyone needs. This class supplies interesting information that will benefit and maintain a basic all over herbal health program for anybody needing vitality and a more balanced well being by offering inexpensive, helpful grocery store hints on building and maintaining better health naturally.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4682.500

Jan 12

10am-12pm

Keep it Green Center

$17/$17

14 and up

Organizing Your Paperwork Learn our signature paperwork system that allows you to find any piece of paper in 2 minutes or less. We’ll talk about what to keep (and how to keep it), when and how to eliminate paperwork, purging and much more. You will leave motivated to get your paper clutter under control.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

9200.301

16 and up

Jan 10

9:30am-11am

Dorothy Hart Center

$20/$20

9200.302

16 and up

Jan 24

6pm-7:30pm

Maury Commons

$20/$20

9200.303

16 and up

Feb 21

6pm-7:30pm

Maury Commons

$20/$20

9200.314

16 and up

Mar 19

9:30am-11am

Dorothy Hart Center

$20/$20

9200.315

16 and up

Apr 9

9:30am-11am

Dorothy Hart Center

$20/$20

How to Successfully Write Your Own Book Do you constantly dream of writing your own book and becoming a published author one day, but then... you’re not quite sure how to go about accomplishing that by yourself? If so, this class is the one-stop solution you have been looking for to answer your questions. Easily learn how to start writing a book, develop solid ideas, and finish your book. We also discuss tips on how to edit, market, and even publish your masterpiece! From start to finish, if you want to know what you must do to turn mere desire into actually becoming a real-world Author and make it happen in your life, please sign up for the wealth of wisdom available in this class now.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

9400.200

14 and up

Jan 11

7pm-8pm

Maury Commons

$45/$45

9400.201

14 and up

Mar 22

7pm-8pm

Maury Commons

$45/$45

Home and Office Organization Just about everyone struggles with keeping one area of their home and/or office organized. There just isn’t enough time for everything that we have on our calendars. You’ll learn tips and tools to keep your home organized while keeping your sanity. We’ll discuss schedule and time management and how to get more from your day. You’ll leave motivated to start new habits and make a change.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

9200.300

16 and up

Jan 17

6pm-7:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$20/$20

9200.304

16 and up

Feb 12

9:30am-11am

Dorothy Hart Center

$20/$20

9200.310

16 and up

Mar 4

6pm-7:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$20/$20

9200.311

16 and up

Apr 18

6pm-7:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$20/$20

9200.312

16 and up

May 7

9:30am-11am

Dorothy Hart Center

$20/$20

9200.313

16 and up

May 16

6pm-7:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$20/$20

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Special Interest Design Your Life from Within Design Your Life is a tool, mechanism, or pathway whereby you are shown how to take your existing life and its below-satisfying set of circumstances, and use that as a starting point to design your Life to BE the way you always dreamed your life will one day be. It is highly functional and powerful, able to exponentially accelerate personal growth and change. Literally, it is life-transforming.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4000.102

18 and up

Jan 10-24

7pm-8pm

Maury Commons

$147/$147

4000.104

18 and up

Apr 5-19

7pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$147/$147

Communicating with Alzheimer’s/Dementia Sufferers Allison Forney, a College Instructor and Hospice Communication Trainer, offers a 2 session class that teaches the principles of effectively communicating with people who suffer from memory loss. The class emphasizes that there is a reason for all behavior, and must be understood to effectively communicate with Dementia and Alzheimer’s sufferers. The process is very simple and anyone can learn how to communicate with people who have Alzheimer’s and/or Dementia, using validation, compassion, and understanding. The class is suitable for everyone: caregivers, friends, health workers, and volunteers.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

9500.100

16 and up

Jan 21

6pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$50/$50

9500.101

16 and up

Feb 18

5pm-7pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$50/$50

9500.102

16 and up

Mar 18

5pm-7pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$50/$50

9500.103

16 and up

Apr 22

6pm-8pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$50/$50

9500.104

16 and up

May 13

5pm-7pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$50/$50

Awakening 2 Millions Are you struggling financially? Are you barely able to make ends meet, living from paycheck to paycheck, working so hard that there is no time for anything else in your life, plus you just plain don’t understand how the Money game works? If so, are you ready to end the struggle? If you know your time is Now, that you are ready to fully let go of every obstacle that stands in your way, to step into the beginnings of a life of flow and true abundance, then please come attend this life-changing class and let us show you how.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4000.112

Mar 1

7pm-8:30pm

Maury Commons

$45/$45

16 and up

Business Success - Pearls of Wisdom If you are seriously considering starting your own new business (in any field) but have little to no practical business experience or knowledge, then the priceless pearls of wisdom from this class can bring life to your practice and save you money, time, and energy. Please don’t wait until after things go wrong to figure out how to fix them -- get it right from the very beginning, with these pearls of business wisdom.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

4001.100

May 17

6:45pm-8:15pm

Maury Commons

$90/$90

21 and up

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Adult Special Interest Adult 51

Trips Luray Caverns and Car Museum A US Natural Landmark noted for the profuse variety of formation and unsurpassed natural color. From well lighted, paved walkways explore cathedral-sized rooms with ceilings 10 stories high, filled with towering stone columns and crystal-clear pools. Also hear the haunting sounds of the world’s only Stalacpipe Organ creating music of symphonic quality from stone formations. In addition, experience the history of America at the Car & Carriage Caravan in an exhibit featuring over 140 items relating to transportation including cars, carriages and coaches dating from 1725.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

5760.100

Apr 30

8:30am-4:30pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$60/$60

12 and up

Flower Mart at National Mall What a magnificent setting for this annual event filled with flowers, food and fun. With over 50 boutique booths you can shop ‘til you drop. Besides plants and garden items for sale, there are antiques, collectibles and white elephant sales, woods and garden tours. What an exciting way to spend a Spring Day. Lunch is on your own. Wear comfortable shoes. This trip fills fast, so register early! Cancellation Deadline: 4/3/2013

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

Location

Fee (R/NR)

5749.366

May 3

8:30am-5pm

Dorothy Hart Center

$35/$35

6 and up

West Side Story - Landmark Theater Richmond From the first note to the final breath, WEST SIDE STORY soars as the greatest love story of all time and remains as powerful, poignant and timely as ever. The new Broadway cast album of WEST SIDE STORY won the 2010 Grammy Award for Best Musical Show Album. The Bernstein and Sondheim score is consider to be one of Broadway’s finest and features such classics of the American musical theatre as “Something’s Coming,” “Tonight,” “America,” “I Feel Pretty” and “Somewhere.” Show time is 2:00pm.

Activity # Ages

Days

Dates

Time

5749.367

May 11

12:15pm-5:30pm Dorothy Hart Center

12 and up

Location

Fee (R/NR) $95/$95

National Mall

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Overnight Trips

Philadelphia Flower Show March 3 - 4, 2013

Package Rates

Single Rate - $469 per person Double Rate - $349 per person Triple Rate - $309 per person Quad Rate - $289 per person Deposit $180 due at booking Final payment is due Feb. 4, 2013

Overnight package includes: • Round trip Motor coach to Philadelphia Convention Center from Fredericksburg • 1 night at Hilton Garden Center located at PA Convention Center • Full American breakfast included • 2 One-Day Flower Show Ticket • Round Trip baggage handling • All taxes and gratuities Culinary Demos, Gardening Seminars, Shopping, Exhibits and Displays and more!

New York City! May 3-5, 2013 Price is per person based on double occupancy

Package Rates

Seniors (65+) - $589 Adults - $599 Child (2-15) $159 in room w/ 2 adults Single (Senior) $809 Single (Adult) $819

$165 deposit due at booking Final payment is due March 15, 2013

Overnight package includes: • Round Trip Train from Fredericksburg to NY Penn Station. Leave at 7am, arrive in NY at noon. Leave NY at noon arrive in Fredericksburg at 5pm.

• RT Transfers to Hotel • 2 nights at the NEW Fairfield Inn located on 33rd

St.

• Continental breakfast included both mornings in NYC.

Overnight Trip Policy

Our overnight trips are sponsored by the Parks and Recreation dept. through Travel Leaders based in Fredericksburg, VA. This allows us to provide you with better pricing and more travel options. To book any of the overnight trips listed on these pages, please contact Travel Leaders at (540) 786-4000 or 1-800-966-8016. **In order to receive the pricing listed in the Activity Catalog you need to mention “Fredericksburg Parks and Recreation” when booking.** Cancellations are subject to a $50 per person cancellation fee. Travel Leaders is located at 4113 Plank Road, Fredericksburg, VA 22407.

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Overnight Trips

Alaska’s Inside Passage!

7 Night Bahamas Cruise!

7 Night Norwegian Pearl Cruise

August 16-23, 2013 June 22-29, 2013

Sailing from Baltimore

Aboard Royal Carribean’s “ Grandeur of the Seas”

Sailing Itinerary

Day

Sat, June 22 Sun, June 23 Mon, June 24 Tues, June 25 Wed, June 26 Thurs, June 27 Fri, June 28 Sat, June 29

Port

Sailing Itinerary

Arrive Depart

Seattle Cruising Inside Passage Juneau 2pm Skagway 7am Cruise Glacier Bay Ketchikan 6am Victoria, BC 6pm Seattle 8am

4pm

10pm 8:15pm 1:30pm Midnight

Prices are per person double occupancy

Inside (IE) Oceanview (OC) Balcony (BC)

Day

Fri, Aug 16 Sat, Aug 17 Sun, Aug 18 Mon, Aug 19 Tues, Aug 20 Wed, Aug 21 Thurs, Aug 22 Fri, Aug 23

Port

Arrive Depart

Baltimore, MD Cruising Port Canaveral, FL Cococay, Bahamas Nassau, Bahamas Cruising Cruising Baltimore, MD

4pm

10am 9am 8am

9pm 7pm 7pm

7am

Prices are per person double occupancy

$1,999 Inside (IE) $2,429 Oceanview (OC) $2,839 Balcony (BC)

$1,159 $1,209 $1,799

$515 deposit due at booking Final Payment is due March 8, 2013

$265 deposit due at booking Final Payment is due May 3, 2013

Price includes: Round Trip Transportation from Fredericksburg, Air, Transfers, Cruise, Meals and Entertainment on board ship, Port Charges, Taxes and Service Fees

Price includes: Round Trip Transfers from Fredericksburg to Baltimore, Cruise, Meals and Entertainment on board ship, Port Charges, Taxes.

* To make reservations for the cruises, please read the Overnight Trip Policy on Pg. 53 and then contact Travel Leaders at (540) 786-4000 or 1-800-966-8016

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What is Fredericksburg First Night®?

2013

Since 1994, Fredericksburg First Night ® has become a holiday tradition and city treasure. Beginning at 7:00pm and ending with the midnight celebration, downtown Fredericksburg is the stage NON where revelers enjoy - and even joinALCOHOLIC FAMILY EVENT in - the multiple, simultaneous, and continuous performances and activities by our region’s diverse artists. Held in historic churches, Old Town streets, and businesses, all First Night sites are alcohol free, allowing our city’s31, 2012 H 7:00pm to December celebration on New Year’s Eve to be an event that everyone can enjoy.

A New Year’s Celebration of the Arts in Downtown Fredericksburg 12:15am

Something for everyone!

Over 20 Venues H 45 Different Entertainment Acts

Musicians, Face Painters, Indian Village, Carriage Rides, National Blues/Jazz Artist, Midnight Celebration with Fireworks, Pineapple Drop/Illumination and MUCH MORE! Visit: fredericksburgfirstnight.com for ongoing updates. ADMISSION BUTTONS: $10 Presale and $15 at Event 3 years and younger are Free. No refunds on button sales.

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