Fall 13 winter 14 full guide

FALL ‘13-WINTER ‘14

INSPIRE PLAY

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PROGRAM REGISTRATION

Cover Photo Credits: Recreation Department staff

For your convenience, there are four ways to register: On the Web! Register online by visiting our website:www.recreation.lebnh.net and click on registration under quick links.

INDEX Youth, Family, & Teen Programs

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Youth & Teen Fall Sports

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Youth Sports & Coaching Education

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Youth & Teen Adventures

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Skiing and Snowboarding Lessons

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Savvy Senior Trips

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Adult Programs, Hikes, & Snowshoeing

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Active Living

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Winter Farmers’ Market & Special Events

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Entertainment & Special Events

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Thank you & Volunteer of the Year

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Kilton & Lebanon Library Programs

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General Registration Form

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Other Community Recreation Services

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Spring Preview

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ACCESSIBILITY GUIDELINES The Lebanon Recreation & Parks Department is committed to providing facilities and programs which meet the needs of residents with disabilities. All facilities and programs are reviewed to insure access to persons with disabilities in accordance with the Americans With Disabilities Act. Support will be available for persons needing individual assistance to participate in recreation programs.

Interpreters will be provided to sign for the hearing impaired. All arrangements will be made on an individual basis. For more information, please contact Lebanon Recreation & Parks Office, 448-5121.

Check out the City’s website:

Mail the completed registration form found in the back of this newsletter along with payment to: LEBANON RECREATION & PARKS DEPT. 51 NORTH PARK STREET LEBANON, NEW HAMPSHIRE 03766 Visit us at the Recreation & Parks Office prior to the program registration deadline, Mon through Fri, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.

Drop your form along with payment in our convenient green drop box, located to the right of City Hall; side entrance, available 24 hours a day.

REGISTRATION POLICIES 1. Please check program descriptions for specific registration information, including registration deadlines.

2. Registrations received after the registration deadline will be put on a wait list. As capacity allows, wait listed registrations will be added to the roster. $5 late-registration fee applies.

3. Scholarships may be available based on financial need. Any parents/guardians that would like to discuss scholarship opportunities should contact the Recreation & Parks Department.

4. *Multiple child discounts are available for programs that don’t require special admission fees, and are run exclusively by Lebanon Recreation staff. Eligible programs are noted with a *. First child pays in full; each additional child in the same program from the same household receives a 10% discount, up to $10 per additional child.

5. Non-resident fees are listed with program descriptions.

6. Participants will be officially registered upon payment of fee and receipt of registration form.

7. No news is good news. We will contact you if there is a problem with your registration, or if a class is cancelled.

8. Full refunds (less processing fee) are allowed up to the registration deadline. Requests for refunds afterwards must be submitted in writing and will be considered individually. All refunds are subject to a $5 refund processing fee.

9. Thank you for choosing a Lebanon Recreation & Parks Department Program!

GENERAL INFORMATION

www.lebnh.net

T I n s p i re P l a y !

he Lebanon Recreation and Parks Department publishes program guides which are available in February and August through the schools, public libraries, Lebanon City Hall and online.

Contact the Recreation and Parks Department for more information. Additional

announcements appear in the local media. Information on programs, facilities and parks is available at the office.

Give the gift of recreation! Certificates are available year round!

Lebanon Recreation & Parks Department • 603.448.5121 • www.lebnh.net • recreation@lebcity.com

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YOUTH PROGRAMS FALL FUN K-4TH GRADE AFTER SCHOOL ADVENTURES*

ROMP AND STOMP*

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or children ages 2-5. Join us for a mixture of movement exploration, finger play, music activities, parachute games and more! A great opportunity for group interaction and socialization.

Parent participation helps children enjoy this funfilled activity period! Participants may register for both Fall and Winter sessions at the same time.

Space is limited so please register early!

FALL DAYS/DATES: Thursdays, September 12 - October 31 TIMES: (#17100A) - 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. (#17100B) - 9:45 - 10:15 a.m. (#17100C) - 10:45 - 11:15 a.m.

A series of fun-filled after school activities around town and to local attractions for children in Grades K-4. A chance to hang out with your friends and to make new ones. Snacks and transportation included! Parent volunteers are needed for meeting and waiting with Hanover Street School participants until pick up! Trip locations subject to change.

DATES: October 2 - November 20, Wednesdays K - 1st GRADE ACTIVITIES: (#17204A) October 2 - Upper Valley Aquatic Center, WRJ, VT October 23 - Great View Roller Skating Enfield, NH November 13 - Competition Complex Canaan, NH 2nd-4th GRADE ACTIVITIES: (#17204B)

WINTER DAYS/DATES: Thursdays, January 16 - March 13 *No class 2/20 TIMES: (#27102A) - 9:00 - 9:30 a.m. (#27102B) - 9:45 - 10:15 a.m. (#27102C) - 10:45 - 11:15 a.m.

October 16 - Upper Valley Aquatic Center, WRJ, VT October 30 - Great View Roller Skating Enfield, NH November 20 - Competition Complex Canaan, NH PICK-UP TIMES: 3:05 p.m. at Mt. Lebanon School 3:15 p.m. at Hanover Street School

LOCATION: Kilton Library meeting room, West Lebanon COST: $25 - Residents $37 - Non-residents INSTRUCTOR: Dori Willeman, Early Childhood Educator MINIMUM: 5/class MAXIMUM: 12/class REGISTRATION DEADLINES: Sept.6 - Fall; Jan. 10 - Winter

RETURN TIME: 5:15-5:30 p.m. behind Lebanon City Hall FEE: $35/3 trips - Residents $55/3 trips - Non-Residents REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Grades K-1: Sept. 25 Grades 2-4: Oct. 9 TRIP LEADER: Krissy Flythe MINIMUM: 5 MAXIMUM: 10

5TH-8TH GRADE AFTER SCHOOL

PARENT OF THE YEAR ESSAY CONTEST!!

ADVENTURES* Come explore and be active after school. Head out on a local hike and just be outside enjoying nature!

Transportation provided, but please bring snacks and water.

DATES: (#17204C) Wednesday, Oct. 9 - Hurricane Forest, Hartford, VT Tuesday, Nov. 12 - Farnum Hill, Lebanon, NH TIMES: Pick up at 2:35 p.m. at Lebanon Middle School, return to behind Lebanon City Hall between 5:15 and 5:30 p.m.

FEE: $5 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: Oct. 2 TRIP LEADER: Krissy Flythe MINIMUM: 5 MAXIMUM: 10

WHAT TO DO: Using 100 words or less, brag about your parents’ strongest qualities and your funny memories of them. Submit your essay to the Recreation & Parks office, or online: http://www. formstack.com/forms/lebnh-Parentessaycontest ENTRY DEADLINE: Friday, December 13 AGE CATEGORIES: Grades 1-2, 3-4, and 5-6 *Winners treat their parents to dinner at Lebanon Village Pizza, compliments of Lebanon Recreation and Parks.

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YOUTH SPORTS Please note! Volunteer coaches are needed for all Fall sports. See Page 2 for Registration Policies including registration deadlines and multiple child discounts. Practice days and times subject to change. As some programs have already started and registration deadlines passed, please call the Recreation Office for availability.

PRE K- 2ND GRADE SOCCER*

FEE: Resident - $20

Non-Resident - $30

An intro to the basics of soccer for boys & girls. Pre-school soccer for 3-4 year olds. Kindergarten includes 5 year olds.

GRADE

CODE

DATES

DAY

TIME

LOCATION

REG. DEADLINE

Pre K

11201A

Sept 7-Oct 12

Saturdays

10:00-10:45a.m.

Eldridge Park

August 23

K

11201B

Sept 7-Oct 12

Saturdays

11:00a.m.-Noon

Eldridge Park

August 23

1st

11201C

Sept 7-Oct 12

Saturdays

9:30-10:30a.m.

Civic Memorial Park

August 23

2nd

11201D

Sept 7-Oct 12

Saturdays

9:00-10:00a.m.

Eldridge Park

August 23

3RD-4TH GRADE SOCCER*

FEE: Resident - $30

Non-Resident - $45

Separate girls and boys teams play six on six with some interscholastic games, some of which may be scheduled on Saturdays. Program focuses on skill development, fun and friendships! Participants must provide their own mouthguard, shin guards, and cleats.

End of season jamboree: Saturday, October 26 GRADE

CODE

DATES

DAY

TIME

LOCATION

REG. DEADLINE

3-4 Girls

11202A

Sept 4-Oct 26

Wed & Fri

5:15-6:30 p.m.

Civic Memorial Park

August 21

3-4 Boys

11202C

Sept 4-Oct 26

Wed & Fri

5:15-6:30 p.m.

Civic Memorial Park

August 21

5TH-8TH GRADE SOCCER*

FEE: 5th-6th - Res.- $30; Non-Res.- $45

7th-8th - Res.- $45; Non-Res.- $65

Traveling interscholastic teams. Some games may be on Saturdays. Participants must provide their own mouthguard, shin guards, and cleats. Proof of physical required for 7th-8th grade players. Black uniform shorts/socks are required and may be purchased at Lebanon Recreation.

GRADE

CODE

DATES

DAY

TIME

LOCATION

REG. DEADLINE

Elks Field

August 14

5-6 Boys

11205A Aug 28-Oct 19

Mon, Wed, Fri

5:00-6:30 p.m.

5-6 Girls

11203A Aug 28-Oct 19

Mon, Wed, Fri

5:30-6:30 p.m.

LJHS Field

August 14

7th Boys

11307A Aug 12-Oct 30

Mon,Wed, Fri

4:00-5:30 p.m.

Eldridge Park

July 29

8th Boys

11309A Aug 12-Oct 30

Mon,Wed, Fri

4:00-5:30 p.m.

Eldridge Park

July 29

7-8 Girls

11306A Aug 12-Oct 30

Mon,Tues,Fri

4:00-5:30 p.m.

Civic Memorial Park

July 29

FIELD HOCKEY*

FEE: Resident - $30

Non-Resident - $45

Learn basic field hockey skills and play in scrimmages and games. Uniform shirt is provided, and stick available at the Recreation Department. Participants must provide black shorts, mouthguard, goggles, shin guards, and cleats.

GRADE

CODE

3-6

11207B

DATES

DAY

Aug 20-Oct 17 Tues & Thurs

TIME

LOCATION

REG. DEADLINE

5:00-6:30 p.m.

Pat Walsh Park

August 6

FLAG FOOTBALL*

FEE: Resident - $30

Non-Resident - $45

An intro to the basics of football for boys and girls using flags and small sided games.

GRADE

CODE

DATES

DAY

TIME

LOCATION

REG. DEADLINE

2-5

11213A

Sept 3-Oct 15

Tues & Thurs

4:00-5:15 p.m.

Civic Memorial Park

August 20

Please Note: Tackle Football and Football Cheerleading began in August and the registration period has ended. We may be able to take additional players and cheerleaders as space allows.

Please call the Recreation & Parks Department for more information at (603)448-5121, or e-mail us at recreation@lebcity.com.

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YOUTH SPORTS ATHLETES UNITED by DARTMOUTH COLLEGE FREE FALL SPORTS (#11209) FREE! 3th-6th grade coed dodgeball with Dartmouth College student athletes, featuring one day of practice in Lebanon and a weekend game at Dartmouth. Please inquire at the Lebanon Recreation & Parks office for more details or visit: www.dartmouth.edu/~athletesunited/Dartmouth GAME LOCATION/DATES: Sunday, Sept. 29 is kick off day at Dartmouth College Leede Arena. Games are every Sunday until November 10. Game time is 3:00-4:30pm.

PRACTICE DAYS/TIMES: Thursdays starting October 3 - November 7, 4:30-5:30 p.m.

PRACTICE LOCATION: Witherell Recreation Center

KINDERGARTEN- 2ND GRADE BASKETBALL (CO•ED)*

Fee: Resident-$20

Non-Resident-$30

An introduction to the basics of basketball for boys and girls in Kindergarten through Grade 2.

GRADE

CODE

DATES

DAY

TIME

LOCATION

Kindergarten

21224A

1/4 - 2/15

Sat

9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Hanover St. School

December 20

1st & 2nd

21224B

1/4 - 2/15

Sat

9:15 - 10:15 a.m.

December 20

Witherell Center

3RD - 4TH GRADE BASKETBALL *

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

Fee: Resident-$35

Non-Resident-$50

Traveling scholastic teams. Practices and games may be scheduled on off days including Saturdays.

GRADE

CODE

DATES

DAY

TIME

LOCATION

REGISTRATION DEADLINE

3-4 Boys

11225A

11/11 - 2/12

M, W

TBD

TBD

October 28

3-4 Girls

11225B

11/12 - 2/13

Tu, Th

TBD

TBD

October 28

IMPORTANT NOTICE!!

“ A good coach will make his players see what they can be rather than what they are.”

5th-6th Boys and Girls Basketball and Town Team Basketball are offered through the CCBA, Witherell Center. For more info or to register, please contact them at 448-6477.

~ Ara Parasheghian

COACHING EDUCATION BASKETBALL REFEREE CLINIC

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he basics of youth basketball will be covered. Court coverage areas, mechanics, what to “let go” and game management included!

DAY/DATE: Sunday, November 3 TIMES: Noon - 2:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Witherell Center CLINICIAN: Larry Ruffing, High School/College referee FEE: Free to area coaches and referees TO REGISTER: Call Witherell Center, 448-6477 by November 1.

UPPER VALLEY HOCKEY ASSOCIATION Offering local youth the opportunity to play beginner and competitive hockey. Emphasis is placed on skill development, fun, team and game play. Openings at most levels for both boys and girls.

Visit www.uvha.goalline.ca for more information!

Please note that this is not a Lebanon Recreation Department sponsored program.

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ELKS HOOP SHOOT A free thro ow con ntesst spo ons sored d by th he Elks for any bo oy or giirl age es 8-1 13. Winne erss will com mpete e at the State e le eve el fo or an n excittin ng op pportu unity y to advvan nce e to o th he na atiiona als s.

DAY//DAT TE: Sa aturda ay, Dec cem mber 7 TIME: 9:00 0 a.m m. sta art LOCA ATIO ON: Withe ere ell Centterr

YOUTH ADVENTURES EARLY DISMISSAL! LET’S HEAD TO THE MOUNTAINS!

DAY HIKE, FRANCONIA NOTCH (#17302A) Experienced hikers ages 12-18, join us for this rigorous adventure! Participants must provide their own equipment, packed lunch & two 32.oz waterbottles.

The plan is to take Old Bridle Path Trail up past the Greenleaf Hut. Take the ridge, summiting Lincoln, Lafayette, and Little Haystack. We would come down the Falling Waters Trail. An 8.9 mile loop, estimated to take 6.5 hours. A great full day!

DATE: Saturday, October 12 FEE: $10.00 TIMES: 7:30 a.m.-5:00 p.m. depart from City Hall SUPERVISOR: Harrison Little, and Leb. Rec. MINIMUM: 5 MAXIMUM: 10 REG. Deadline:10/7

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pen to youth, Grades 7-12. Participants must provide their own equipment, or rent at the area for an additional fee. Bring $ for snack or pack your own.

DAYS/DATES: Friday, January 17 - Sunapee Mtn. (#17301A) Registration deadline - 1/10 FEE: $44 (payable to mt.)

Thursday, March 13 - Dartmouth Ski (#17301B) Registration deadline - 3/6 FEE: $20 (payable to mt.)

Wednesday, April 9 - Pat’s Peak (#17301C) Registration deadline - 4/2 FEE: $38 (payable to mt.)

Thursday, April 10 - Ragged Mtn. (#17301D) Registration deadline - 4/3 FEE: $33 (payable to mt.)

NO SCHOOL ...

LET’S GET OUT FOR AN ADVENTURE!

$5 /trip payable to City of Lebanon upon registration.

TIMES: 1:00 - 7:00 p.m. from Lebanon City Hall SUPERVISORS: Recreation staff MINIMUM: 6 MAXIMUM: 12

Youth ages 10 and up, come out with friends and spend the day on an adventure! Plan to bring money for lunch or pack your own.

LET’S GO ICE FISHING! (#37701A) For youth ages 10 to adult! NH Fish and Game’s program teaches the basics of ice fishing, and finishes with an exciting field trip where you can put your new skills to the test! Two days of hands-on classroom lessons, one day of fishing.

DATES, LOCATIONS & TIMES: Classroom: Tuesday, Jan. 14, 21 - 5:00-7:00 p.m.

Lebanon Opera House Field Trip: Saturday, Jan. 25 - 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

A local fishing spot FEE: FREE! INSTRUCTORS: NH Fish & Game MINIMUM: 8 REGISTRATION DEADLINE: January 6

DAYS/DATES: Monday, October 14 - Zip Line & Adventure Park Sunapee, NH (#17303A) Registration deadline - 10/7 FEES: $120.00 MAXIMUM: 12 Monday, Nov. 11- Space Entertainment Center Hooksett, NH (#17303B) Registration deadline - 11/4 FEES: $45.00 MAXIMUM: 10 TIMES: 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. from City Hall SUPERVISORS: Recreation staff

DOWNHILL SKI/SNOWBOARD TRIPS TO BURKE MOUNTAIN

KILLINGTON SKI & Snowboard TRIP

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pen to youth ages 10 and up. Participants must provide their own equipment, or rent at the ski area for an additional fee. Plan to bring money for lunch or pack your own.

DAYS/DATES: Monday, January 20 (#21349A) Registration deadline - 1/13 Friday, March 14 (#21349C) Registration deadline - 3/7 FEES: $30.00 payable to Burke Mountain day of trip and $5/trip payable to City of Lebanon upon registration TIMES: 8:00 a.m.. to 5:00 p.m. from City Hall SUPERVISORS: Recreation staff MINIMUM: 6 MAXIMUM: 12

(#21350) Youth, grades 7-12, a great opportunity to ski or board one of Vermont’s premiere mountain resorts. Price includes lift ticket. Bring lunch and money for snack. Sign up early, space is limited to the first 10!

DAYS/DATES: Tuesday. February 18 TIME: Leave 7:00 a.m. from behind Lebanon City Hall and return by 5:00 p.m.

FEES: $62, payable to mountain day of trip $5 payable to City of Lebanon upon registration REGISTRATION DEADLINE: February 3 TRIP LEADER: Krissy Flythe MAXIMUM: 10

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SKIING & SNOWBOARDING* SNO-PUPPIES (AGES 4-5)

ADULT LESSONS (18+)

ABILITY

CODE

DATES

DAY

TIME

ABILITY

CODE

DATES

DAY

TIME

Never Ever

21151A

1/4 - 2/8

Sat

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Beginner

21549A

1/6 - 2/10

Mon

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Beginner

21151B

1/4 - 2/8

Sat

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Adv. Beginner

21549B

1/6 - 2/10

Mon

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Intermed.

21151C

1/4 - 2/8

Sat

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Intermediate

21549C

1/6 - 2/10

Mon

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Advanced

21151D

1/4 - 2/8

Sat

9:00 - 10:00 a.m.

Advanced

21549D

1/6 - 2/10

Mon

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Never Ever

21152A

1/4 - 2/8

Sat

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Beginner

21552A

1/8 - 2/12

Wed

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

21552B

1/8 - 2/12

Wed

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Beginner

21152B

1/4 - 2/8

Sat

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Adv. Beginner

Intermed.

21152C

1/4 - 2/8

Sat

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Intermediate

21552C

1/8 - 2/12

Wed

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Advanced

21152D

1/4 - 2/8

Sat

10:30 - 11:30 a.m.

Advanced

21552D

1/8 - 2/12

Wed

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Never Ever: Never skied before Beginner: Have skied before and can stop/make turns.

Intermediate: Can ride the Poma lift; am mastering snowplow turns/stops.

Advanced: Can ride Poma lift and snowplow turn/stop without difficulty.

YOUTH LESSONS (6-17) ABILITY

CODE

DATES

DAY

TIME

Beginner

21251A

1/6 - 2/10

Mon

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Adv. Beginner

21251B

1/6 - 2/10

Mon

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Intermediate

21251C

1/6 - 2/10

Mon

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Advanced

21251D

1/6 - 2/10

Mon

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Beginner

21253A

1/8 - 2/12

Wed

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Adv. Beginner

21253B

1/8 - 2/12

Wed

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Intermediate

21253C

1/8 - 2/12

Wed

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Advanced

21253D

1/8 - 2/12

Wed

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Beginner: Never skied before Advanced Beginner: Have skied before, can stop, working on snowplow/ wedge turns and can ride Poma lift.

Intermediate: Can make connected snowplow/wedge turns.

Advanced: Can make wide track parallel turns.

ADULT TELEMARK LESSONS (18+)

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DAY

TIME

Monday

21703A

1/6 - 2/10

Mon

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Wednesday

21704A

1/8 - 2/12

Wed

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

ABILITY

CODE

DATES

DAY

TIME

Beginner

21701A

1/6 - 2/10

Mon

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Advanced

21701B

1/6 - 2/10

Mon

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Beginner

21702A

1/8 - 2/12

Wed

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Advanced

21702B

1/8 - 2/12

Wed

6:30 - 7:45 p.m.

Beginner: New to the sport of snowboarding.

Advanced: Have some experience but would like to perfect my skills.

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STORRS HILL LESSON NOTES 2.

3.

4.

DATES

SNOWBOARD LESSONS(ALL AGES)

Beginner: Never skied before Advanced Beginner: Have skied before, can stop, working on snowplow/ wedge turns and can ride Poma lift.

Intermediate: Can make connected snowplow/wedge turns.

Advanced: Can make wide track parallel turns.

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TORRS HILL SKI AREA (603) 448-4409

www.storrshill.com, and now on Facebook search Lebanon Outing Club at Storrs Hill Storrs Hill is owned by the City of Lebanon and operated by the Lebanon Outing Club.

GENERAL INFORMATION DATES: December 26 - Mid March (as conditions permit) DAYS/TIMES: Fri - 6-9:00 p.m.; Sat & Sun - 12-4:00 p.m.

TICKETS: Junior (16 & under) - $7 daily Adults (17 & up) - $10 daily SEASON PASSES: Junior Passes (16 & Under) - $75.00; Adult Passes (17 & up) - $100.00; Family Passes - $175.00

Please register your child based on what he/she can do NOW, not what they want to be able to do.

Transportation/equipment will be provided by participants.

Helmets are REQUIRED for participants.

Lessons begin promptly. Skiers are not permitted to go up the hill in search of their class.

Parents are welcome to stay in the lodge during lessons.

No open skiing for parents or siblings during ski lessons.

Lessons cancelled for rain only, not snow or winter weather; please dress appropriately. If questionable weather, please call Storrs Hill, (603)448-4409, after 4:30 p.m.

If a skier arrives without proper equipment or clothing, he/ she will not be able to participate in lessons.

Please be reminded that sledding on the ski jumps or on the hill is prohibited at all times for safety reasons.

Please note: Prices & hours of operation subject to change.

Contact Storrs Hill at 448-4409 for updates!

SKI EQUIPMENT INFORMATION The following info is provided as a service to ski participants & does not represent an endorsement of the businesses listed!

Rentals: Henderson’s Ski Systems - (802)295-1973; Golf & Ski - (603) 298-8282; Omer & Bob’s -(603) 448-3522

REGISTRATION Please use the general registration form found in the back of this newsletter. Be sure to specify program code.

REGISTRATION DEADLINE: December 20 FEES: Residents - $60; Non- residents - $85

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED! SKI FOR FREE! Volunteer a shift on the lift or in the kitchen and earn a day pass for your entire immediate family. Call Diana Colt at 643-3874.

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SAVVY SENIORS TRIPS For those 55 years of age or better! Please call the Lebanon Recreation & Parks Department at 448-5121 to register.

Payment must be made when registering for trip. If a cancellation is needed please do so 2 weeks prior to the trip.

Transportation is provided by the Recreation & Parks Department van.

All trips leave from behind Lebanon City Hall. Trips have a minimum of 6 and a maximum of 11.

ICE CREAM ... YOU SCREAM!

DESTINATION NEW LONDON

Come take an adventure to some of the best Ice Cream Shops NH has to offer! Eat lunch before, but make sure to save room for the dessert!

DATES/LOCATIONS: Wed. Sept. 18: Sanctuary Dairy Farm, Sunpee, NH Tues. Oct. 22: Merano Gelato, Hanover, NH TIME: Noon - 4:00 p.m. behind City Hall TRIP LEADER: Krissy Flythe FEE: $5 payable to City of Lebanon and money for ice cream

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ot too far down Rt. 89 is a cute town called New London! Come out and explore this town that has shopping, pampering, dining and so much more! Pick your own adventure, but we will be together for lunch at Graze located in the heart of New London.

DATE: Friday, October 4 TIME: Leave City Hall at 10:15 a.m., return by 4:00 p.m.

TRIP LEADER: Krissy Flythe FEE: Money for lunch and shopping, $5.00 payable to the City of Lebanon

YOU PICK, I PICK, WE PICK APPLES!

CAPITAL SHOPPING & BEST BURGER

Gould Hill Orchard has always been a family owned and operated farm. In 2010, the Bassett family purchased the East side of the road to include the buildings and land.

A young family with a farming background, although the farming was of cows, the dedication to learn about apples was there. After apple picking we will have lunch at Contoocook Covered Bridge Restaurant.

DATE: Thursday, September 26 TIME: Leave City Hall at 10:00 a.m., return by 4:00 p.m.

TRIP LEADER: Krissy Flythe FEE: $ for lunch, apples (cash), $5 payable to City of

The capital of NH has some great shopping on Main Street!

Come take a trip to shop, and of course have lunch at The Barley House, voted to have the BEST BURGER in NH! DATE: Thursday, October 10 TIME: Leave City Hall at 9:45 a.m., return by 4 p.m.

TRIP LEADER: Krissy Flythe FEE: $5.00 payable to the City of Lebanon, $ for lunch

Lebanon

ZIMMERMAN HOUSE TOUR

DRIVE AND DINE in NH & VT

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dded to the National Register of Historic Places in 1979, this is the only Frank Lloyd Wright home in New England that’s open to the public. Built in 1950, all of the interiors, furniture, gardens, and even the mailbox were designed by Wright.

DATE: Monday, November 18 TIME: Leave City Hall at 9 a.m., return by 4 p.m.

TRIP LEADER: Krissy Flythe FEE: $20.00 payable to the City of Lebanon MAX: 12 Participants

Come take a trip to experience some good ol’ family cooking at various diners throughout NH & VT! DATES/LOCATIONS: Monday, September 30: Birdseye Diner, Castleton, VT TIME: 9:30 a.m.- 3:00 p.m., leaving from behind City Hall Wednesday, November 6: The Junction, Bradford, NH TIME: 9:45 a.m. - 2:00 p.m., leaving from behind City Hall FEE: $5/day payable to City of Lebanon & bring $ for lunch

CADILLAC CUISINE CLUB UPPER VALLEY SENIOR CENTER ANNUAL HOLIDAY LUNCHES

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adillac Cuisine is a noon-time dining out event for seniors!

An opportunity to socialize with other seniors in the Upper Valley. Trips leave from Lebanon City Hall.

DATES/TIMES/LOCATIONS: Mon. Sept 23: Horsemeadow, North Haverhill, NH,10:45 a.m.

Mon. Oct 21: Littleton NH (with stop at the Famous Candy Store on Main St.), 9:30 a.m.

Thurs. Nov. 14: Newport Senior Center, NH, 10:45a.m.

Thurs. Dec.12: Thompson Ctr., Woodstock, VT, 10:45 a.m.

Mon. Jan. 13: Bugbee Senior Center, WRJ,VT, 11:00 a.m.

Thurs. Feb. 13: Claremont Senior Center, NH, 10:00 a.m.

Register early & come enjoy a tasty meal at the Upper Valley Senior Center! If you need a ride, just sign up with Lebanon Recreation, or UVSC can offer door to door for anyone 60+.

Come out for either Thanksgiving, or the Holiday Lunch and let’s enjoy some meals together!

DATE: Wednesdays, November 13 & December 11 PICK UP TIME: Will coordinate with participants LUNCH TIME: Noon (arrive for lunch at 11:45) TRIP LEADER: Krissy Flythe FEE: Suggested donation for lunch is as follows: Ages 60 and up - $3, Ages 59 and under - $7.50

TRIP LEADERS: Krissy Flythe and Donna Cornelius LUNCHEON COST: $3 - $5/day payable at the door

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ADULT PROGRAMS DROP-IN PROGRAMS OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Informal drop in basketball for adults 18 and up. Supervisors: Jeremy Ouellette & Jake Lane

Ages 18+

Free

9/24-5/27

Tues.

8:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Lebanon H.S.

POWER VOLLEYBALL Play for advanced players. Interested individuals must be able to perform proper and clean sets, digs, bumps and serves. Supervisor: Tom Evans

Ages 18+

Free

12/4-2/26

Wed.

8:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Hanover St. School

8:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Hanover St. School

OPEN GYM SOCCER Informal drop in play for adults 18+. Volunteer needed

Ages 18+

Free

1/9-3/27

Thurs.

FALL FRIDAY HIKES

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ring snacks, water bottle, backpack, properly layered clothing,hiking boots/ sturdy sneakers with traction.Open to all ages.

DATES/LOCATIONS*: Oct 11: Quechee Gorge Walk Quechee, VT, easy/moderate (#17700A) Oct 18: APD Nature Trails Lebanon, NH, easy/moderate (#17700B) Oct 25: Two Rivers Conservation Area W. Lebanon, NH, easy (#17700C) *Hike locations are subject to change.

TIMES: Leave City Hall at 9:00 a.m. and return by Noon.

TRIP LEADER: Recreation Staff FEE: Free, pre-registration required.

SKI AND RIDE WITH THE POINT How about a day off from work puttin’ in turns and ripping up the slopes! The transportation is included & half price tickets are available at the mountain. For a schedule of dates, please contact Krissy Flythe at k.flythe@lebcity.com.

DATES: Specific dates will be available after 1/1. Visit www.recreation.lebnh.net.

FEES: $5 payable upon registration, plus 1/2 price ticket payable at gate w/ button.

MINIMUM: 5 MAXIMUM: 12 FOR MORE INFO: Visit The Point website at www.pointfm.com/skiandride.

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EDDING DANCE PREPARATION

WINTER SNOWSHOE TRIPS Open to all ages. Bring snacks, water bottle, backpack, properly layered clothing, equipment as needed for these Friday trips!

DATES/LOCATIONS*: Feb.14 - APD Nature Trails, Lebanon, NH (easy/moderate) (#27700A) Feb. 21 - St. Gaudens Cornish, NH (easy/moderate) (#27700B) February 28 - Kluge Trail Enfield, NH (easy) (#27700C) *Hike locations are subject to change.

TIMES: Leave City Hall at 10:00 a.m. and return by 1 p.m.

TRIP LEADER: Recreation Staff FEE: Free, pre-registration required.

Take the pressure off that first dance with this 3 week intro to partner dancing.

For couples only—you’ll learn to dance comfortably together to a variety of music styles, and try out some possible first dance songs. Gain the confidence you need for that special dance with your new spouse; parent/child couples are also welcome. Get tips on best footwear, working with bands and DJs, and other important wedding dance information.

DAY: Thursdays DATES: Jan. 16, 23, 30 (#12500C) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: January 9 TIME: 7:00-8:00 p.m LOCATION: Faye’s Dance Studio, 89 Cross Road - Lebanon, NH FEE: $25.00/couple payable to Faye Grearson.

INSTRUCTOR: Faye Grearson MINIMUM: 4 couples

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ANNUAL LEBANON COLLEGE QUILT SHOW! Get inspired by the quilting arts!

Check out what the members of the Recreation & Parks Department Quilter’s Retreats have been up to since last fall’s show! Handmade quilts will be on display courtesy of Lebanon College and your local quilters.

DATES: Opens: Tues., Nov. 5 Closes: Thurs, Dec. 5

QUILTER’S RETREATS Try your hand at an easy quilt project and enjoy exclusive time set aside just for you! Fee includes patterns, basic instruction, admiration by fellow quilters, Saturday lunch and a chair massage.

Patterns available upon request. UFO: Bring an “UnFinished Object” (or two!) that you’ve been wanting to finish and actually finish it!

FALL DATES: (#22510A) Fri. 11/1 & Sat., 11/2 Registration Deadline - 10/25

WINTER DATES: (#22510A) Fri. 1/17 & Sat., 1/18 Registration Deadline - 1/10

SPRING DATES: (#32500A) Fri. 4/11 & Sat., 4/12 Registration Deadline - 4/4

FOR EACH RETREAT: TIMES: Friday, 6-9 p.m.

Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

LOCATION: Lebanon Congregational Church FEE: Residents - $45 Non-residents - $60 INSTRUCTOR: L. Pollard MIN.: 4 MAX.: 12

ACTIVE LIVING! TEEN & COMMUNITY MODERN SWING DANCE

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eturning this fall!! Join teens and community members from throughout New Hampshire and Vermont and learn the fastest dance in the world. This modern partner dance adapts well to current tunes--the music you enjoy listening to! Teens and community members will have the chance to work with local instructors and student members of the Dartmouth swing community to learn social and performance level dancing. No partner necessary. To sign up click here!

WHEN: 1st Friday of the month starting September 6, 2013 to April 4, 2014 LOCATION: Faye’s Dance Studio, 89 Cross Road, Lebanon, NH COST: $1.00/session TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 p.m.

INSTRUCTORS: Faye Grearson and Colton Orr

WINTER FARMERS’ MARKET

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ere is a brief listing of available recreation areas to visit. We’ve listed the park name, location and a brief description of its uses. Have Fun! BAKER’S CROSSING Hardy Hill Road Lebanon, NH Route 10 North from W. Lebanon, NH

Fishing, swimming, picnics, hiking, nature study, birdwatching, mountain biking, hunting on 331 Acres.

CHAMBERS PRESERVE

Hiking, nature study, birdwatching, geology on 20 acres.

BOSTON LOT

Faraway Lane, Hanover, NH

CIVIC MEMORIAL FIELD Crawford Avenue, or Aldrich Avenue, West Lebanon, NH

COLBURN PARK North Park Street, Lebanon, NH

COLE PARK East Wilder Road, West Lebanon, NH

Please join us for the Lebanon Winter Farmers’ Market!

Support our local vendors and enjoy a wonderful selection of winter produce and agricultural products, prepared foods, crafts and more! Live music and craft demonstrations!

Location: Old Junior High School Times: 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

Market Dates: 3rd Saturday of each month, Nov-April

DARTMOUTH LAND

Check us out at www.lebanonfarmersmarket.org.

FELLOWS HILL

WILD ABOUT LEBANON!

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ome out to explore public trails and conservation lands right in our own backyard! Dress for the weather; we go rain or shine (snow, too). Bring water & snack. Free & open to all. Families are welcome! No dogs, please. Please arrive 10 minutes early!

Co-sponsors: Lebanon Conservation Commission and Lebanon Recreation & Parks Department DATES/TIMES/LOCATIONS: Sunday’s October 13: Boston Lot’s Burnt Mountain: 1-4pm November 17: Bakers’ Crossing: 1-2pm December 1: Chambers Memorial Reserve: 1-3pm Visit: www.recreation.lebnh.net to learn more details.

COST: FREE LEADER: Nicole Cormen. Questions please call: 603-448-5121, or 603-448-2442.

HUFFLE 5K R ROCK S UN M A SH and 1 Mile Fun Run SATURDAY, MARCH 15, 2014 The Shuffle continues! Proceeds benefit summer camp scholarship funds for children right here in the Upper Valley. Check out our website, www.shamrock5K.com, or call 448-5121 for more information.

Picnics, nature study, bird watching, fishing on 5 acres.

Softball, soccer, lacrosse, lawn games, picnics, special events on 13.6 acres.

Concerts, picnics, walking, birdwatching, lawn games, special events on 2.5 acres.

Walking, nature study and birdwatching on 19 acres.

Mascoma St Extension

Hiking, nature study, hunting, mountain biking, cross-country skiing on 2000 acres.

EAST WILDER BOAT LAUNCH

Boating, picnics on 6 acres.

East Wilder Road, West Lebanon, NH

ELDRIDGE PARK Spencer Street, Lebanon

FARNUM HILL Poverty Lane, Lebanon Route 4 East from Lebanon

Baseball, soccer, lacrosse, lawn games, picnics on 3.3 acres.

Hiking, nature study, bird watching, crosscountry skiing on 940 acres.

Picnics, bird watching, playground activities on 10 acres.

Spring Street at Storrs Hill Ski Area

Hiking, nature study, birdwatching, swimming, fishing, cross-country skiing, exercise trail on 108 acres.

LEBANON MEMORIAL POOL

Swimming, picnics, fishing, playground activities, lawn games on 8 acres.

GOODWIN PARK

Pumping Station Road, Lebanon

LOGAN PARK Water Street, Lebanon

MASCOMA LAKE BOAT LAUNCH Route 4A

MILL PARCEL Mill Road, off junction of Routes 4/4A

MILL POND TRAIL Mill Road, off Route 4 E From Lebanon

PAT WALSH PARK Riverdale Parkway, Lebanon

RAIL TRAIL Maps available at the Rec Department

RIVERSIDE COMMUNITY PARK Glen Road, West Lebanon

Youth baseball, softball, lawn games on 4 acres.

Motorized and unmotorized boating on 3 acres.

Picnics, fishing, history and nature study on 5 acres.

Walking, bicycling, cross-country skiing, fishing - 2 miles.

T-ball, soccer, lawn games, ice skating (winter use only) on 2 acres.

Walking, bicycling, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling, fishing, swimming: 23 miles.

Picnics, birdwatching, nature study, horseshoes, skateboard park on 8 acres.

Alden Road, Lebanon

Hiking, geology, nature study, birdwatching, cross-country skiing, horseback riding, hunting on 217 acres.

STARR HILL NATURAL AREA

Nature study, walking, cross-country skiing, birdwatching, geology on 39 acres.

SIGNAL HILL CONS. AREA

End of Wheatley & Eldridge Streets

STORRS HILL SKI AREA Spring Street, Lebanon

Downhill skiing, ski jumping, sledding, snowboarding, special events on 71 acres.

Off NH 12A on Trues Brook Road

Swimming, hiking, fishing, photography on 2 acres.

TWO RIVERS PARK

Nature study, birdwatching on 24 acres.

TRUES BROOK NATURAL AREA

Behind K-Mart Plaza, West Lebanon

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SPECIAL EVENTS HALLOWEEN FUN FEST

GIRLS SPORTS FEST

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njoy a free evening of Halloween celebration activities around Colburn Park! Stories in the Great Pumpkin Patch, pumpkin painting, and photos with your favorite storybook characters! This year a new character is coming to Fun Fest! Try some pumpkin bowling, during the Trunk and Treating Tailgate Party!

DATE: Thursday, October 31; 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Colburn Park and Lebanon City Hall

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LET’S GLOW 5K RUN! Join us for a run like no other! It is sure to be GLOWING! Wear a white t-shirt, and make sure to have a glow necklace, or two! Run with your friends, family, or community group & enjoy an after Halloween Celebration run in the dark! Race will finish with a “glowing” obstacle course. End your night with music and fun! Proceeds will benefit the Lebanon Recreation scholarship fund!

DATE/TIME: Friday, November 1, 7:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Northern Rail Trail FEES: Ages 14 under free, 15-19: $15, 20+: $20 Add $5 after October 25 TO REGISTER: www.recreation.lebnh.net

LEBANON WINTER CARNIVAL A collaboration with AVA Gallery, Upper Valley Senior Center, Lebanon Ballet School, City Center Ballet, Lebanon Opera House, and Lebanon Recreation & Parks. Come spend time in downtown Lebanon and celebrate Winter and the holiday season!

FULL MOON FIESTA! (#25700A) Get active outdoors this winter and join us at our 8th Annual progressive dinner. The whole family can travel by snowshoe, ski, or snowboard at Storrs Hill Ski Lodge. Local sponsoring restaurants will offer light food & hot beverages as you get out and enjoy the snow and some delicious food. All proceeds benefit the Recreation & Parks Scholarship Fund and the Lebanon Outing Club. This is an “eco-friendly” event - please help reduce waste by bringing your own mug, spoon & bowl!

DAY/DATE: Saturday, February 8 TIME: 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.

LOCATION: Storrs Hill Ski Lodge FEE: $10/per person, ages 6-12 $5; 5 and under free TO REGISTER: Visit www.recreation.lebnh.net and follow the recreation link to Webtrac online registration or see www.campfiredining.com for more info!

HOLIDAY COLORING CONTEST

DATE: Saturday, December 7

Children ages 12 years or younger can participate and entries will be judged in 3 categories. All entries must be received by Lebanon Recreation & Parks no later than Monday, December 9. Photo to be colored is available at Lebanon Recreation & Parks, or online at www.recreation.lebnh.net.

Lebanon Recreation Celebration: 2:00-5:00 p.m., Lebanon City Hall. This free annual celebration of the holiday season includes crafts, refreshments, musical entertainment, and jolly Old St. Nick himself!

AVA Gallery Open House: 11:00-4:00 p.m., AVA Come check out AVA’s Open House! There will be family art activities, live music, a Holiday Show in the galleries, refreshments, guided tours, as well as an opportunity to meet with AVA faculty members.

NORTHPOLE CALLING!

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o, Ho, Ho!! Children in grades K-4 can have a special call from Santa himself this season! Complete a registration form at Lebanon Recreation & Parks, or complete a form at www.recreation.lebnh.net and e-mail to recreation@lebcity.com.

Please have all forms in by December 9, for a phone call on Wed., December 11.

Clara’s Tea: 11:30 a.m. & 2:30 p.m., Lebanon Ballet School (purchase tickets at www.CityCenterBallet.org) Clara’s Dream: 1:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m., Lebanon Opera House (purchase tickets at www.lebanonoperahouse.org)

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SPECIAL THANKS TO! SPONSORS Farmers’ Market: Three Tomatoes Trattoria, Balgaur Associates, Lake Sunapee Bank, Co-op Food Stores, MTS Development Corporation, Peter Land, 20 West Park Street, Baker & Hayes, One Court Street Associates, Janson & Koppenheffer, Windows & Doors by Brownell Monday Evening Concerts/Thursdays in the Park: Mascoma Savings Bank Front Porch Music Series: The Byrne Foundation, Three Tomatoes Trattoria, The Point FM, Residence Inn Hanover/Lebanon, Lebanon Opera House, Dutille’s Jewlery, Lebanon Pet & Aquarium, Lebanon Paint & Decorating, Junction Frame Shop, Windows & Doors by Brownell, Mascoma Savings Bank, Eyeglass Outlet, Omer & Bobs, Illuminations, Granite State College, New England Foundation for the Arts

DAY CAMP

Teddy Willey VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR The Lebanon Recreation Commission is honored to recognize Teddy Willey as the 2012 Volunteer of the Year. Teddy is always working hard as a volunteer for the Lebanon Outing Club (LOC) Board of Directors & as Treasurer for LOC. In addition he coordinates volunteers for and runs the ski lift at Storrs Hill. When he is not volunteering at Storrs, he is at the LISTEN Center volunteering his time with them. Teddy is positive, upbeat and friendly, and that shows in all the work he volunteers for in the Upper Valley.

Be sure to shake Teddy’s hand and say “thanks” when you visit Storrs Hill, or see him at the LISTEN Center!

Junior High Track and Field: Allan’s Vending

Patty Murray & Lebanon Memorial Pool Staff Julie Laramie & Lebanon School District Staff Lebanon School District Custodial Staff Wanda Hastings & Lebanon School District Transportation staff Katie Emery, LISTEN Lebanon Police & Fire Department Awesome camp staff and ...

A special thank you to all the campers & parents for a great 2013 season!

POOL John Dulac, Jeff Libby and the Lebanon Fire Department, Lebanon Police Department, CVS Pharmacy, Rob Moorhead and crew, Meagan Preston, Lyndsey Porreca and .... an awesome pool staff!

PROGRAMS

Summer Track and Field: Pathways Consulting

Adult Softball: Rick Currier

Softball: Law Office of Margaret Jacobs, Mak’s Trucking & Excavation

Allcomers Track Meets: Jon Cyphers, Upper Valley Running Club members, Mike & Laura Barre’

USE OF FACILITIES First Congregational Church: For Quilter’s Retreats

Front Porch Music series: Julie Smith, Zeb Norris, and The Point Independet Radio Station FM, CDM Production Services Dan & Charlie Merlo, Cheryle & Three Tomatoes Staff

Kilton Library: Romp and Stomp Lebanon School District for Softball, Lacrosse, Track & Field, Track & Field Camp, Adult Softball, Day Camp Kaleidoscope Upper Valley Senior Center: Rain site for Monday Night Concerts

July 4th: Youth in Action Volunteers, Day Camp staff, Lebanon Police, Fire, Public Works, and all the vendors, services, and entertainers that helped to make the 4th of July a great success!

Lebanon United Methodist Church: Rain sites for Front Porch Music Series Storrs Hill Ski Lodge: Outdoor Activities, Summer staff training

DanceFest and Fireworks: The Flames, Northstar Fireworks, Mall Merchants

YOUTH COACHES

Outdoors Programs: Karen Morris, Rick Desharnais, EMS

Junior High Track & Field: Harrison Little, Karen Morton, Kirk Ballard, Bob Tichner, Will Mosenthal, Abhi Sripad, Paul Coats Lacrosse: Chase Schoelkopf, Dan Lentz, Mindy Taber, Josh Wessels, Craig Hansen, Laurie Hanks, Jake Decato,& Lebanon High School Lacrosse Program Summer Soccer: British Challenger soccer coaches Summer Track & Field: Cynthia, Rob, Lincoln Crutchfield, and Parent volunteers Tennis: Kang-Chun Cheng, AJ Barre

Savvy Senior Programs: Donna Cornelius, Cadillac Cuisine Coordinator Track & Field Camp: LHS Track & Field Athletes,Chris Stone, Kevin Lozeau, Fore-U Golf for ice cream for the end of the season party

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LIBRARY PROGRAMS KILTON LIBRARY 80 Main Street West Lebanon, NH (298-8544) HOURS: Monday & Wednesday: 1 - 8 p.m.

Tuesday,Thursday, Friday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday hours begin after Labor Day.

LEBANON PUBLIC LIBRARY 9 East Park Street Lebanon, NH (448-2459) HOURS: Monday - Thursday: 10 a.m. - 8 p.m.

Friday - Saturday: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Sunday hours begin after Labor Day.

CHILDREN’S PROGRAMS MONDAYS: All-ages: Books, activities & crafts. Each child should have an adult lap.

10:30-11:15 a.m. Lebanon Library.

Story Time in the Afternoon. Stories and activities for children of all ages and caregivers. Each child should have an adult lap. 1:30-2:00 p.m. Kilton Library

YOUNG ADULT PROGRAMS

TUESDAYS: Preschool Story Time: Books, activities & crafts for children ages 3-6 with caregivers.

10:30-11:15 a.m. Lebanon Library.

Mother Goose Time: Rhymes, songs, and toys in a playgroup setting. For infants from birth to age 2 & caregivers. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Kilton Library.

School Year Programs (see www.leblibrary.com/ teen-services)

WEDNESDAYS: Afternoon Preschool Story Time: Books, activities and crafts for children ages 3-6 with their caregivers. 1:30-2:15 p.m. Kilton Library.

GAMING CARD TOURNAMENT!

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oming in October. Date and time to be announced.

Lebanon Library. More details available September 16.

Registration begins October 1, 2013. Limit 16 young adults.

Ages 12-17.

LEARN TO DRAW MANGA September 24, 3:00 - 5:00 p.m.

Ages 12-17 only. Limited to 12 young adults. Lebanon Library. Registration required.

Materials will be provided.

For more information or to register, please contact susanne.collins@lebcity. com.

THURSDAYS: Mother Goose Time: Rhymes, songs, and toys in a playgroup setting. For infants from birth to age 2 & caregivers. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Lebanon Library.

SPECIAL PROGRAM! TOE JAM PUPPET BAND: Saturday, November 2nd at 2:00 p.m. at the Kilton Library. Free! All ages!

Special December School Vacation programming to be announced!

If bringing more than 4 children, please call the specific library to verify space. If special accommodation is needed, please contact the library 72 hours in advance.

ADULT PROGRAMS

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ook Discussions at Lebanon Public Library: Thursdays, 7-8:30 p.m. All discussion groups will take place on the 2nd Thursday of each month in the All Purpose Room of the Lebanon Public Library, 9 East Park Street. All books from this series can be obtained at the Lebanon Public Library.

First Thursday Book Buffet at Kilton Library will resume in the fall. A lunchtime adult book discussion group. Bring a brown bag lunch and a book that fits the month’s theme for a banquet of books and opinions. At noontime on the first Thursday of each month, October through May at the Kilton Library Conference Room.

SPECIAL PROGRAMS THIS FALL Math & Science Series with Lou Maresca for Parents and Students. Kilton Library.

Wed. Sept.11, 7:15: Oriented toward 4th-6th Grade including a talk, participatory lesson, and a chemistry demonstration.

Wed. Oct. 9, 7:15: Oriented toward Grades 6-8 (Math & Science) Wed. Nov. 13, 7:15: Oriented toward High School (Algebra & More) Wed. Dec.11, 7:15: Oriented toward High School (Pre-calculus & Chemistry) Call Lou Maresca at 603-643-3609 with any questions about the free math and science presentations.

Traditional Matryoshka Nested Doll Making: from Russia to New England.

Tuesday, December 3 at 6:00 in the Lebanon Library. In a slide show presentation, Marina Forbes will examine the history of Matryoshka nested doll making in Russia, the rich folk tradition and symbolism of the doll’s appearance, and the interesting link between doll making and other traditional Russian art forms. The program is free and open to the public.

Coming in February, a five-part bi-weekly Civil War reading and discussion group with Suzanne Brown!

If you have questions or suggestions for programs, please call Carolyn Crocker at 298-8544.

Also, if you need special accommodations, please call the library 72 hours in advance.

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51 North Park Street • Lebanon, New Hampshire 03766 Phone: (603) 448-5121 • Fax: (603) 448-1496 Inspire Play!

E-Mail: recreation@lebcity.com • Web: www.recreation.lebnh.net

GENERAL REGISTRATION FORM PARTICIPANT NAME:_______________________________________ MALE / FEMALE: ____ DATE OF BIRTH: _________ ADDRESS:__________________________________________________________________ PHONE: _________________ HOUSEHOLD E-MAIL (For program info and cancellation notices):________________________________________________ SCHOOL: _____________________________________________________________________________ GRADE: _______ *Please list any medical conditions, allergies, or restrictions that a coach/instructor/leader, or volunteer will need to know: (i.e. asthma, inhaler, allergies include nuts, penicillian, etc...) ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Playing a sport? What size T-Shirt? Circle your choice: PRIMARY GUARDIAN

Youth S, Youth M, Youth L,

Adult S, Adult M, Adult L

SECONDARY GUARDIAN

NAME: ___________________________________________ NAME: ___________________________________________ ADDRESS: ________________________________________ ADDRESS: ________________________________________ CITY, STATE ZIP: ___________________________________ CITY, STATE ZIP: ___________________________________ PHONE: (Home) _______________ (Work)_______________ PHONE: (Home) _______________ (Work)_______________ (Cell) ___________________ (Cell) _______________ EMERGENCY CONTACT (used only in the event a parent cannot be reached) NAME:_________________________________________________________ PHONE:______________________________ MEDICAL INSURANCE COVERAGE:

□ Family insurance

□ 24 Hour school insurance

PLEASE INDICATE BELOW THE PROGRAM(S) YOU ARE REGISTERING FOR: Be sure to include the code number.

PROGRAM NAME

PROGRAM CODE

PROGRAM FEE

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_______________________

__________________

_________________________________________________

_______________________

__________________

*Checks, cash, Visa, Mastercard, Discover accepted for payment. Please make checks payable to City of Lebanon.

Please check if you would be willing to help with any of the following:

□ coaching □ helping with practices

□ officiating □ keeping score / time

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sponsoring a team driving for away games

□ gym monitor

WAIVER and PARENTAL PERMISSION FOR CHILDREN UNDER 18 YEARS OF AGE: The undersigned, being the parent and/or legal guardian of the participant listed above, gives permission to him/her to participate in the above named program(s). I agree that no claim will be made by the undersigned on behalf of my child for personal injuries or other losses sustained by my child as a result of my child’s participation in this program(s) and that in the event any claim is made for injuries or damages sustained by my child as a result of my child’s participation in this program(s), I shall hold the City and the Lebanon Outing Club (in the case of Ski/Snowboard lessons) harmless from, and indemnify it against, any such claim including reasonable attorney fees incurred by the City or the Lebanon Outing Club and its employees in connection therewith whether or not such claims result in litigation. In the event of an emergency requiring medical attention, I authorize that necessary medical attention be given to my child by a qualified physician in the event I cannot be reached. From time to time, Valley News, CATV and other photographers attend Recreation & Parks Department activities and take photos or videos of program participants for publication(print, web, facebook). I permit the taking of photographs and video of participants during activities for publication and use for promotional purposes, unless the opt out box below is initialed.

Signature (parent/guardian if participant is under 18) _________________________________________ Date ____________________

Photo and Video permission opt out: I do not permit photos or video of the above named participant for publication.

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OTHER COMMUNITY RECREATION SERVICES AUDUBON SOCIETY OF NH, MASCOMA CHAPTER:

Inspire Play!

E-mail: mascomabirds@yahoo.com

Recreation & Parks Commission

BABY-SITTING/HOME ALONE SAFE COURSES:

Robert Harris, Chair Cynthia Driscoll, Vice-Chair Kevin Talcott, Colin Smith Suzanne Prentiss, City Council Representative Bob McCarthy, School Board Representative

Jude Powers, (802)649-1841 BOY SCOUTS: Lloyd Leblanc Troop 279; 978-407-9905 CAMPION ICE RINK: 643-1222; www.campionrink.org CARTER COMMUNITY BUILDING: Jim Vanier, 448-3055 CUB SCOUTS: Pack 279 Lebanon - Jodi Gilligan, 448-5794 DHMC WOMEN’S HEALTH RESOURCE CENTER: 650-2600

FIRST CONGREGATIONAL CHURCH OF LEBANON: www.fccleb.org

FORD SAYRE SKI COUNCIL: 643-2226; www.fordsayre.org 4-H: Sally Cole, 448-2416 GIRL SCOUTS: Susan Henderson E-mail: sjhenderson1@comcast.net; 603-298-5621

LEBANON BALLET SCHOOL, HOME OF CITY CENTER BALLET:

The Recreation & Parks Commission meets the 2nd Monday of January, April, June and October at 7:00 p.m. in City Hall. All meetings are open to the public.

Recreation & Parks Department Staff Director: Paul Coats, CPRP, CPO Sports Coordinator: Rick Desharnais, CPRP Recreation Coordinator: Krissy Flythe Administrative Secretary: Bobbie Allen Facilities Maintenance: Doug McGrath, CPO

Linda Copp, 448-5404; www.lebanonballetschoo.com

LEBANON CHAMBER OF COMMERCE:

Paul Boucher, 448-1203; www.lebanonchamber.com

LEBANON OPERA HOUSE BOX OFFICE: 448-0400;

www.lebanonoperahouse.org LEBANON OUTING CLUB: Diana Colt, 643-3874; www.storrshill.com; Facebook - Lebanon Outing Club at Storrs Hill LEBANON UNITED METHODIST CHURCH: www.lebanonumc.net LOCALVORES: Pat McGovern, 448-5473; http://uvlocalvores.wordpress.com NORTH COUNTRY COMMUNITY THEATER: www.ncct.org

PLAINFIELD BAPTIST CHURCH HANDBELL CHOIR: Sandra Yeaton, 675-6510

STORRS HILL LODGE RENTALS: Betty Ann Heistad, 448-3756 SWING DANCE INSTRUCTION: Faye Grearson, 443-5131 THE DANCE COLLECTIVE: Ally Weiner-Sawyer, 998-9045 UPPER VALLEY COMMUNITY BAND: www.uvcb.org UPPER VALLEY HOCKEY ASSOCIATION: www.uvha.goalline.ca UPPER VALLEY MUSIC CENTER CHILDREN’S & YOUTH CHORUSES: UVMC, 448-1642; www.uvmusic.org UPPER VALLEY SENIOR CENTER: Jill Vahey, 448-4213; www.gcscc.org

The Recreation and Parks Department is affiliated with the following professional organizations: NH Recreation & Park Association National Recreation & Park Association American Camping Association Tree City USA Upper Valley Trails Alliance

UPPER VALLEY SPECIAL OLYMPICS: Missy Rodriguez; e-mail: dalmatianmr@yahoo.com WITHERELL RECREATION CENTER: 448-6477

YOUTH-IN-ACTION OF LEBANON: Nancy Menard & Karen Morton, Lebanon High School, 448-2055

Sports Turf Manager’s Association National Youth Sports Coaches Association

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PRING PREVIEW.... MARK YOUR CALENDARS! Backyard Compost Bin, Kitchen Pail, & Rain Barrel Sales starting February 2014 for Lebanon Rec. Scholarships

Camp Kaleidoscope Registration Begins: March 3 Spring sports begin: March 24 Arbor Day Celebration: April 25 Community Clean-Up Day: May 3 July 4th Celebration: Friday, July 4

Check out the Winter Farmers’ Market November to April 16