Busy Bucks 2014

2014

BUSY BUCKS

KIDS STAYING BUSY! BUSY BUCKS CONSOLIDATED LIST OF EVENTS

LIBRARY (253-3078)

NPSP (253-4526)

Contest Runs June 16 – August 22. Submit Busy Bucks Aug 26-30 at the Youth & Teen Center. Age Categories: 5 & under, 6-9, 10-12 and 13-18 still in high school. Only SOFA status dependents are eligible for prizes. Grand Prize winners announced at the BGCA Day for Kids on September 20.

Paws to Read Dress up Party June 18, 3-4 PM Dress up as your favorite animal and learn all about our Summer Reading Program. Pick up your welcome packets.

Toodlers and Tunes July and August WEDNESDAYS, 10:30-11:30 AM A fun interactive play group that includes music and movement for both parent and child (birth - 2 years.) Learn more about ages and stages, how to have fun with your child, games, songs and other helpful topics. Meets at the Chapel Nursery. Registration required, call 253-4526 for details.

AQUATICS (253-4966)

Balloon Animal Extravaganza June 25, 3-4 PM

American Red Cross Group Swimming Lessons

Learn how to make balloon animals and receive a free balloon kit (while supplies last.)

Session 1: June 16-27 (Mon-Fri) Registration: June 14, 7:30-11:30 AM

Family Movie Day July 2, 3-4:30 PM

FREE PLAY July and August AGES 5 & UNDER: THURSDAYS, 2-3 PM

Session 2: July 7-18 (Mon-Fri) Registration: June 28, 7:30-11:30 AM

Want to beat the heat? Come to the Library to enjoy the classic movie, The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh.

Free play is a time for children and parents to come into the office and just play. Call 253-5043 to make an appointment.

Session 3: July 21 – August 1 (Mon – Fri) Registration: July 19, 7:30-11:30 AM

Animal Trivia & Scavenger Hunt July 9, 3-4 PM

SCHOOL AGE CARE CENTER (253-4769)

Session 4: August 4-15 (Mon-Fri) Registration: August 2, 7:30-11:30 AM

Have fun searching for clues and learn about the library!

Children attending Camp Adventure will receive one Busy Buck per day. Total five per week if they attend every day of camp.

Call Aquatics one week prior to registration and show up early the day of. Spots fill up quickly! We offer morning and evening classes. The lessons are for children ages 6 months and up and the cost is $30 per student. For more information please call the Aquatics Office at 253-4966.

Complete Pets July 16, 3-4 PM Learn all about pets!

Make your own pet treats!

July 16, 5-6 PM

Youth & Teen Samurai Keystone Meeting/Social Every Friday, 6-7:30 PM

CDC (253-5584)

Learn how to make treats for your pets. Materials provided. Open to ages 11 & up.

Children attending Curious Minds Summer Camp will receive one Busy Buck per day. Total five per week if they attend every day of camp.

Interested teens ages 13-18 come out and participate in a forum to have ideas heard and make our Teen Program better than ever!

Stuffed Animal Sleepover July 23, 3-4 PM

Triple Play Activities Monday – Thursday, Noon - 8 PM

CROSSROADS FOOD COURT & STRIKE ZONE FOOD COURT June 17 – Aug 23

Bring a stuffed animal with you and wear your pajamas!

Stuffed animals will stay at the Library overnight and can be picked up the following day.

Any child purchasing a kids meal or combo value meal from any restaurant in the Crossroads Food Court or Strike Zone Food Court will be given one Busy Buck for their purchase.

Authors Round Table July 30, 3-4 PM

At the Youth & Teen Center youth can play games and hang out in a safe environment. Our programs engage participants in interactive activities that reinforce important skills such as reading, writing, speaking, listening, using computers and problem solving.

EFMP (253-5601) “Walk it Up” Thursdays, Noon – 12:45 PM, Seawall Everyone is welcome to join, including our leashed four legged friends.

HEALTH PROMOTIONS (253-6359) Youth Judo Wednesdays & Fridays, 4:45-6 PM Ages 5-16, $3.50/class or $28 Month

Local authors talk about the writing process.

Summer Reading Program Closing Party August 6, 6-8 PM Grand Prize winners will be announced! All reading logs must be turned in by August 5 to be entered into the Grand Prize Drawing. Stay tuned for details!

Triple Play Healthy Habits Every Wednesdays, 4-4:45 PM Healthy Habits is designed to teach youth the benefits of healthy habits by eating right and being physically active.

Youth will learn to adopt healthier habits through fun and engaging activities. With encouragement, participants will start to make positive changes in their personal health choices. Lessons include information on Kid’s Food Pyramid, fluids, cooking and your body.

Career Launch Training July, Every Wednesday, 6 PM August, Every Wednesday, 5 PM This program helps teens explore different career paths.

This free program is offered monthly to any interested teens.

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BUSY BUCKS

KIDS STAYING BUSY! Photography Club Every Thursday in July, 6 PM

Passport to Manhood Meeting June 27, July 18 & August 15, 3–4:30 PM

This program teaches basic photography skills. Teens do not need to own a camera to participate. Program is free.

Come out and address issues designed for young men ages 10-15. Passport addresses such issues as decision-making, wellness, cooperation and conflict. There will be food, plenty of fun and good friends. No registration is required and there is no fee.

DJ Club (Summer Schedule) August 2 & 16, 5 PM Do you want to be your own boss? Do you love listening to music? The Youth & Teen staff will teach you the basic criteria. Program is FREE. Summer Reading Program Every Monday & Wednesday; 9 AM – Noon June 16 - August 13 This Summer Reading Program is offered to youth 10-12 years old to ensure that youth maintain the reading skills acquired during the school year. We request that parents sign an agreement form and help monitor their child’s reading. Snacks will be provided.

Summer Math Program Every Tuesday & Thursday; 9 AM – Noon June 17 – August 14 This Summer Math Program is offered to youth 10–12 years old to ensure that youth maintain the Math skills acquired during the school year. We request that parents sign an agreement form prior to the start. Snacks will be provided.

Torch Club Meeting June 18, 1–2 PM July 9,16 & 23, Noon – 1 PM August 6, 13 & 21, Noon – 1 PM This club is for boys and girls ages 10-12 years and is geared to youth working on activities in four core areas: service to club and community, education, health and fitness, and social recreation. Youth will plan and initiate ideas for trips, events and activities. What kinds of things would you like to do? Let’s get together, gather ideas and make our youth program better than ever.

Fire Cracker Dance Party July 3 10-12 years old, 6-8:30 PM 13-18 years old, 8:45-11:15 PM Join the fun! Come Celebrate Independence Day with us at the Youth & Teen Center. There will be refreshments, prizes and a chance to vote for the best dancers.

Washuzan Highland Park Trip July 11, 8 AM – 8:30 PM Explore a Brazilian carnival-themed amusement park on a mountain top. There’s a roller coaster and a large swimming pool with slides. There are 35 spaces available for youth 10-18 years old. First come, first served sign up ends Wednesday, July 11. Admission: ¥2,000 for 12 years old and below, ¥2,500 for 13 years old and above.

Youth & Teens Space World Trip July 25, 8 AM - 8:30 PM Youth & Teen Center will host a trip to Space World Amusement park in Kitakyushu, Fukuoka. Enjoy a world class roller coaster and other attractions for a fascinating space experience. There are 35 spaces available to youth 10-18 years old. First come, first served sign up ends Thursday, July 25. Admission: ¥3,150 for 11 years old and below, ¥4,200 for 12 years old and above.

YOUTH SPORTS (253-3239) Youth Sports Summer Camps Basketball Camp June 24-26 (Registration June 2-22) Flag Football Camp July 1-3 (Registration June 2-29) Bowling Camp July 8-10 (Registration June 2 – July 6) Baseball Camp July 15-17 (Registration June 2 – July 15) Campers will have the opportunity to develop fundamental skills, improve their physical fitness, work with a team and gain a healthy appreciation for each sport. Campers will play with knowledgeable coaches and receive a camp giveaway. Camps are open to SOFA status personnel ages 7-15. There is a $25 registration fee per child per camp. Call the Youth Sports office for details.

Southern California Seahorse Soccer Camp July 22-24, 8:30-11:30 AM (Registration June 2 – July 20) Campers can develop fundamental soccer skills, improve their physical fitness, work with a team and gain a healthy appreciation for the sport of soccer. Each day will include individual skills instruction Camp includes t-shirts, a camper-vs.-counselor game and celebration of the week’s accomplishments, photos and Subway® sandwiches! Soccer camp is open to SOFA and non-SOFA status personnel ages 7-15. There is a 30 minute optional Bible study following each session. Please call the Youth Sports office for details.

SMART Girls Meeting 10–12 years old, June 19, July 10 & August 6: Noon – 1PM 13–15 years old, June 19, July 17 & August 7; 5–6 PM 16–18 years old, June 20, July 24 & August 15; 5–6 PM Smart Girls is a small-group health, fitness, prevention/ education and self-esteem enhancement program designed to meet the developmental needs of girls 10-18. Field trips and mentoring opportunities are planned with mothers and adult female staff.

Monthly Birthday Party June 27, July 18 & August 15, 3–4:30 PM Come celebrate your birthday with cake and ice cream for everyone as we honor our members born in June. Open to all youth ages 10–18 (youth age 18 must be enrolled in High School).

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