Winter/Spring 2010

Winter i Spring Fun! Events, Sports and Programs for the Whole Family

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2010 Daddy Daughter Dance

Tot T-Ball

Easter Egg Hunts

January through April 2010 Inside: Classes and Sports for Kids of all ages!

The Daddy & Daughter Dance is Back!

Sign ups for Spring and Summer Adult Sports!

Over 40 Sports, Classes and Activities Inside!

Summerball Registration

Join the fun with your whole family!

ATTENTION DADS! Round up your sons for a fun and safe camp out at Greenacres Park! Have fun playing sports with other fathers and sons, and spending quality time around the campfire. Enjoy a delicious BBQ and a great breakfast in the morning.

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March 20 & 21 at Greenacres Park Saturday 6pm until Sunday at 9am Cost: $25 per father and $15 per son Please register by 5:00pm, Friday March 12 Please bring a tent, sleeping bags, change of clothes, and other materials you will need for an overnight camp out.

For kids age 7 and up and their dads Call 392-2010 for more info

Treat your little princess to the memory of a lifetime!

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Dance Saturday, February 6th 6 to 8:30pm Centennial Centennial Elementary Elementary School School (15200 Westdale (15200 Westdale Drive) Drive)

D.J. D.J. and and Dinner Dinner Provided!

Provided!

COSTS:(must be paid at registration)

$50 per couple (1father/1daughter) $20 for each additional daughter Please buy your tickets in advance at Greenacres Community Center before February 2 - and hurry! Tickets sell out quickly.

Call Lisa Walker at 392-2010 for more information.

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register for classes and programs online at

WWW.NORfun.ORG

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Saturday, March 6 8am to 11am

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at Mirror Lake in Hart Park Catch of the Day Awards for the following groups:

Under 5 8-11 years

5-7 years 12-14 years

Parents can help young children fish.

Limit three fish per child.

Free for Kids!

14 and under. Kids, please bring your own fishing poles & supplies!

No Pre-registration Required

Just Show Up Early!

Thanks to Kern County Wildlife Resource Commission & Bakersfield Sportsman Club for their grant to help purchase fish! Staffing assisted by Bakersfield Optimist Club.

Call 392-2010

Biscuits and Gravy $3 and Breakfast Burritos $5 sponsored by Rosedale Lions Club.

for more information!

GREENACRES & RIVERVIEW PARKS

Easter Egg Hunts!

Age Groups: 1-3 years old, 4-6 years old, 7-8 years old, 9-10 years old

Saturday April 3, 2010 at 10am Sharp!

Meet The Easter Bunny! call 392-2010 for more information

Hunts are FREE and start at 10am SHARP! Please get there by 9:45am with your Easter Basket!

place NEIGHBORHOOD

Greenacres Center 2014 Calloway Drive Riverview Center 401 Willow Drive

learning centers

Join the fun with your whole family!

NOR JUNIOR THEATER PRESENTS

Call

392-2000 for more information

CASTING CALL

SHO W I N G I N M A R C H

Godspell

Aladdin

Drawing from various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics and vaudeville, “Godspell” is a groundbreaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus.

Auditions: Performances:

Enjoy all the fun, excitement, and music of this familiar and beloved tale brought to life on stage.

Performances: Friday March 5 at 7pm

Saturday March 6 at 2 and 7pm

East High School (2200 Quincy Street)

Saturday, February 20 May 14-15, 2010

Auditions are held at the Rasmussen Center, 115 E. Roberts Lane.

Kindergarten - 6th Grade: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

7th - 12th Grades: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Registration Fee: $75/$60 resident

ToTT-BALL

Tickets: $7 Adults / Children (Group Rates Available)

Registration fee due at all auditions – all who audition are cast.

Make check payable to NOR.

for boys & girls ages 3-6

Children will learn how to play baseball in a FUN, non‐threatening environment. This program teaches children a variety of skills including: catching, throwing, batting, and running/agility.

Parent participation is required. A field instructor will be assigned to each team to assist parents in implementation of drills.

Please register early! These classes fill up very quickly!

Session 1: Feb. 27 to Mar. 27 Westdale Park, 15400 Westdale Dr. Age 3 - 9:00 to 9:45am Age 4 - 10:00 to 10:45am Age 5 & 6 - 11:00am to 11:45am

North Meadows Park, 3300 McCray St

Age 3 & 4 - 2:00 to 2:45pm Age 5 & 6 - 3:00 to 3:45pm

Session 2: Apr. 10 to May 8 Emerald Cove Park, 4303 Patton Way

Age 3 - 9:00 to 9:45am Age 4 - 10:00 to 10:45am Age 5 & 6 - 11:00am to 11:45am

North Meadows Park, 3300 McCray St

Age 3 & 4 - 2:00 to 2:45pm Age 5 & 6 - 3:00 to 3:45pm

Fee: $54/$49 resident fee (includes cap and T-shirt)

Call 392-2000 for more info

Participants must be minimum age of his/her age group by the last day of the session.

register for classes and programs online at

WWW.NORfun.ORG

Youth Summer Baseball, Softball and T-Ball

Registeration begins February 1 at Greenacres (2014 Calloway Dr.), Riverview (401 Willow Dr.) or NOR District Office (405 Galaxy Ave.)

Costs: Baseball and Softball: $90/75 Resident

Coed T-ball (age 5-6): $70/55 Resident

(fee includes uniform top, pants, socks, cap and pictures) After March 12, add $10 to above fees

(fee includes uniform top, cap and pictures) After March 12, add $5 to above fees

Monday through Friday, May 10 through July 23 Pitch Type Tee

Girls Softball

Boys Baseball

T-ball (Coed): 5-6yrs

T-ball (Coed): 5-6yrs

Coach/Tee Machine Pitch

Note: All employees and volunteers of NOR must pass a fingerprint clearance through the Department of Justice.

Midget: 7yrs Little Miss: 7-8yrs

PeeWee: 8yrs Junior: 9yrs

Jr. Miss: 9-10 yrs

Minor: 10yrs Prep: 11yrs

Live Pitch

Sr. Miss: 11-12 yrs

Major: 12yrs Culver: 13-15yrs

Age as of August 1, 2010 determines league placement

for more information, please call

392-2000

Health Information Presentation Booths Exercise Demonstrations Giveaways Health Screenings Nutrition Counseling Blood Pressure Tests Cholesterol Screenings

senior HEALTH FITNESS

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(115 E. Roberts Lane)

Wednesday, May 26 8:30am to Noon FREE TO THE PUBLIC! call 392-2030 for sponsorship opportunities

Join the fun with your whole family!

Karate/Self-Defense For Kids by

ages 3 to adult

Order of the Dragon

Master Earl Absher, 7th degree black belt, teaches a combination of Tae Kwon Do, Karate, and self-defense for ages 3 to adult. Practical “real life” self protection program for all students. Goals are to teach self-defense, stranger dangers, and safety awareness, with an emphasis on respect and discipline. Year round program, sign up any time!

Tuesdays

Beginners/White Belts: 6:00-6:45pm Yellow Belts: 6:45-7:25pm Orange Belts & Above: 7:30-8:10pm Adult Class: 8:15-8:55pm Greenacres Community Center 2014 Calloway Drive

Fridays

Beginners/White Belts: 6:00-6:45pm Yellow Belts: 6:45-7:25pm Orange Belts & Above: 7:30-8:10pm Greenacres Community Center 2014 Calloway Drive

Thursdays

Beginners/White Belts: 6:00-6:45pm Yellow Belts: 6:45-7:25pm Orange Belts & Above: 7:30-8:10pm Fruitvale Norris Building 6221 Norris Road

$28 per month (one class per week) -OR-

Saturdays

$40 per month (three classes per week)

Beginners/White Belts: 9:30-10:10am Yellow Belts: 10:15-10:55am Orange Belts & Above: 11:00-11:40am Greenacres Community Center 2014 Calloway Drive

For information, contact Master Earl Absher at 588-3217

True Tai-Chi develop speed & great power

Mondays 7-8pm

Prepare yourself for a mind blowing experience!

Triple play – cardio Strength Stretch

The art of Tai Chi is misunder‐ stood by many people but now you can learn the complete orig‐ inal true art of Tai Chi including the 4 major ancient weapons for optimum health and for real life self-defense skills. The true art of Tai Chi is a great health art and Tai Chi can be practiced by anyone, like the young, old, healthy, and ill. The true art of Tai Chi is also a great and power‐ ful martial art which uses a secret method called a fa-jing which is only taught to inner-door students. Also many questions will be answered, such as, “Why is Tai Chi practiced so slow?”

Features lively routines and choreography that is always new and exciting.

Ages 16 and up.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays 5:15 to 6:15pm Greenacres Center

Also taught: 1) Secret art of Ba-Gua for health and self-defense 2) Authentic Shaolin Kung-Fu. The famous five animal and five element style will be taught for health and self defense. 3) 20 Ancient weapons 4) Principles of traditional, 5000 year old Chi‐ nese medicine.

Riverview Community Center

(401 Willow Drive)

$39/$29 resident fee Call 392-2020 for more info

Everything a body needs for fitness: Aerobic conditioning, strength training and stretching.

Saturdays

8:30 to 9:30am Fruitvale-Norris Bldg.

Only $37 per month! jazzercise.com (800)FIT-IS-IT

call Denise Schneiter at 589-8950 for information

register for classes and programs online at

WWW.NORfun.ORG

Cheerleading Come and learn the fundamentals of cheer at a fraction of the cost of other gyms in town! Kids will learn age appropriate cheers, dances, and jumps. Uniforms and pom-poms can be purchased for an additional fee at the class. Non-competition cheer girls will be cheering at NOR Tackleball games.

Monthly Costs:

Competition Cheer 2 classes/week: $74/$69 resident fee

Monday and Wednesday Competition Cheer (2x per week) Cheer 1 (5-7yrs): 4:00-6:00pm Cheer 2 (8yrs+): 6:00-8:00pm

Non-Competition Cheer 1 class/week: $54/$49 resident fee

Friday Non-Competition Cheer: 4:00-5:30pm Riverview Community Center, 401 Willow Drive

call 392-2020 for info

Gymnastics

Mommy & Me:

Boys Level One:

with Stephanie Duncan

[3 separate classes]

Tuesday 6-7pm

4 Kids

An affordable way to start your kids in gymnastics now!

We offer: 1. Professional Training 2. A fully equipped facility 3. Individualized attention 4. Tons of classes for kids

All for a fraction of the cost of other Gyms!

Enroll Today!

Call 392-2020 for more info COST-FOR ALL CLASSES: For 1 class per week: $44/$39 resident fee/month For 2 classes per week: $64/$59 resident fee/month Location: Classes are held at the Riverview Community Center, 401 Willow Dr.

(1 hour class) This class is for children under the age of 4. Parents are urged to become involved and interact with the children. This class is designed to show children the basic fundamentals of gymnastics.

Tuesday: 2-3pm, Thursday: 2-3pm, Saturday: 10-11am

Kinder gym:

(1 hour) This class is for children 4-6 years old.

Fundamentals of gymnastics are taught. Classes include: balance beam, floor, rings, and games.

[3 separate classes]

Tuesday: 3-4pm, Thursday: 3-4pm, Saturday: 11am-12noon

Girls Level One:

(1 hour) This class is for children 6-10 years of age. This is a beginners class. Children are taught the fundamentals of gymnastics and are working on their way to level two. Class includes: bars, floor, vault, and balance beam.

[3 separate classes]

Tuesday 4-5pm, Thursday 6-7pm, Saturday 12-1pm

Girls Level Two:

(1 hour) This class is for children 6-12 years old. This is a more advanced class. Level one is needed to advance to level two. Classes include: bars, floor, vault, beam.

[3 separate classes]

Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 6-7, Saturday 12-1pm (combined with level one)

(1 hour) This class is for young boys (610 years old) that want to continue with gymnastics. Kinder gym is encouraged, but not a requirement. Class includes: vault, rings, floor, and bars.

Tumbling Level One:

(1 hour) Ages: 6-10. This class is designed for children that want to learn how to tumble but do not want to learn everything about gymnastics. (This is a good class for beginning cheer). Children will learn the fundamentals for tumbling (cartwheels, headstand, forward/ backwards rolls, etc.)

[2 separate classes] Thursday 4-5pm, Saturday 1-2pm

Tumbling Level Two:

(1 hour) Ages: 8-12. This class is for more advanced students. Must take tumbling level one to continue to level two. Level two picks up where level one left off. (Cartwheels-both sides, round offs-both sides, back bends & bridge ups, etc.)

[2 separate classes] Thursday 5-6pm, Saturday 1-2pm

Join the fun with your whole family!

Riverview Park Disc Golf Course

Try this exciting sport similar to golf, played with “Frisbee” discs on our 18hole disc golf course at Riverview Park.

Call 392-2020 for more information.

Riverview Open Gym

Ages 18 and up can play pick-up basketball.

FEE: $3 per person Mon., Wed., Fri. 11:30am - 2pm

Climbing Gym Hours

Bring your own shoes, chalk bag and harness. Must meet competency requirements.

Monday, Tuesday, Friday 8am - 8pm Wednesday & Thursday 8am - 5:30pm Riverview Community Center One-Time Certification: $10 Annual Membership Card: $20 Daily Use Fee: $2 w/ current Annual Membership Card

ATTENTION TWEENS & TEENS! Babysitter Training For ages 11 to 15 This class will prepare you to (1) respond to emergencies and illnesses with first aid, rescue breathing, and infant/child CPR, (2) make decisions under pressure, (3) communicate with parents to know household rules, (4) recognize safety and hygiene issues, (5) manage young children, (6) feed, diaper, and care for infants.

These are Friday/Saturday classes

Class 1:

Jan. 15, 6-9pm Jan. 16, 1-5pm

Class 2:

Mar. 5, 6-9pm Mar. 6, 1-5pm

Class 3:

Apr. 23, 6-9pm Apr. 24, 1-5pm

$55 / $50 resident fee Greenacres Community Center (2014 Calloway Drive)

392-2020

Call for more information

Ballroom Dance Beginning I: Primary figures of six basic dances: Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Rumba, Swing, and Cha Cha. Mondays 8 to 9pm or Wednesdays 8:30 to 9:25pm Ballroom Dance Beginning II: Concentrates on one dance per session, building on the material presented in Beginning I. In addition to the dances listed previously, learn Samba, Polka, Hustle, Nite Club Two Step, and more.

Mondays 6:45 to 7:45pm

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Monday Classes

Barbara Ba

Session I: Jan. 11 - Feb. 22 (6 week session) (no class Jan. 8 or Feb. 15 ) Session II: Mar. 1 - Apr. 5 (6 week session) Session III: Apr. 12 - May 17 (6 week session)

Wednesday Classes

Session I: Jan. 6 - Feb. 10 (6 week session) Session II: Feb. 17 - Mar. 24 (6 week session) Session III: Mar. 31 - May 5 (6 week session)

6 week class fee: $44/$34 residents

All classes held at Greenacres Community Center For more information, contact Barbara Bates at 322-5765

or call Greenacres at 392-2010

Students must be registered by February 24th to participate in Summer Recital Toddler Dance (ages 2 to 5)

Ballet and tap styles are used to build your child’s coordination, memory skills, sequencing, and confidence. Give your child an early start in learning how to interact with others in a group setting in these fun and unique classes. Classes start monthly.

FEE: $25/$20 resident fee Toddler 1 (ages 2 to 3) Mondays, 10 to 10:45am Toddler 1 (ages 2 to 3) Mondays, 11 to 11:45am Toddler 2 (ages 3 to 5) Mondays, 2 to 2:50pm Toddler 3 (ages 3.5 to 5) Wednesdays, 3:30 to 4:15pm

Children's Dance 2 (ages 4.5 to 9) An intro to Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Hip-Hop that will help develop coordination and memory skills and build self confidence in children ages 4.5 to 9. Students must audition for this class. Classes start monthly.

FEE: $40/$30 resident fee Tuesdays, 3:30 to 5:30pm Pre Teen DANCE (ages 8 to 12) Pre Teens will learn Hip-Hop, Jazz, and Ballet. They will also choreograph their own moves and learn advanced moves in this class. Classes start monthly.

FEE: $25/$20 resident fee Mondays, 5 to 6pm

Teen Jazz DANCE (ages 13 to 17) Teens will learn Jazz, choreograph their Children's Dance 1 (ages 5.5 to 8) An intro to Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Hip-Hop own moves, and learn advanced moves. that will help develop coordination and FEE: $25/$20 resident fee memory skills and build self confidence in children ages 5.5 to 8. Classes start Tuesdays, 5:30 to 6:30pm monthly.

FEE: $25/$20 resident fee Classes are held year round at the FruitvaleNorris Building (6221 Norris Road) Mondays, 3 to 4pm Mondays, 4 to 5pm

Call 392-2020 for info

register for classes and programs online at

WWW.NORfun.ORG

Dance Classes at the Rasmussen Center For people of all ages, dance classes are an ideal way to improve your fitness while having fun with friends or family! Choose from a variety of dance styles and times. Great fun for the whole family! Classes are held at The Rasmussen Center, 115 E. Roberts Lane.

Country LINE Dancing

Learn everything from the tush-push and Tulsa-time to the Chocolate City Hustle and Silver State Special.

Tuesdays Beginners Class: 5:00-6:00pm Tuesday Class 6:00 to 7:00pm Fee: $5 per person, per class

Jammin’ Island Girl HAWAIIAN DANCE at Riverview Community Center

Learn basic hand, body, and foot motions related to graceful Hawaiian dancing. You gain an understanding of body alignment, technique, dance moves, and culture. It’s relaxing, fun, and definitely exercise!

Tuesdays (ongoing class, start any time) Beginners: 5:30-6:15pm Intermediate: 6:15-7:00pm Advanced: 7:00-7:45pm.

Couples Dancing

Learn couples dances, but you don’t need a partner to attend! Beginner two step & waltz classes - some swing & cha cha.

Wednesdays from 9:00 to 10:00am Fee: $2 per person or $3 per couple, per class

Cost is $25/person, or $40/family.

Line Dance Variety

This is a high beginners to intermediate level class. The instructor follows the latest dance trends and teaches a little bit of everything with a variation of music.

Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30pm Fee: $4 per person, per class

For more info, call

392-2030 Learn the most popular style of swing dancing for all ages in a supportive environment.

Wednesdays, 6:30 to 7:25pm

Wednesdays, 7:30 to 8:25pm

Session I: Jan. 6 - Feb. 10 (6 week session)

Session I: Jan. 6 - Feb. 10 (6 week session)

Session II: Feb. 17 - Mar. 24 (6 week session)

Session II: Feb. 17 - Mar. 24 (6 week session)

6 week class fee: $44/$34 residents

392-2020 for more info

Learn one of the hottest dances featured on Dancing with the Stars and So You Think You Can Dance!

Session III: Mar. 31 - May 5 (6 week session)

call

Greenacres Community Center For more information, contact Barbara Bates at 322-5765

or call 392-2010

Session III: Mar. 31 - May 5 (6 week session)

6 week class fee: $44/$34 residents

All classes held at Greenacres Community Center For more information, contact Barbara Bates at 322-5765

or call 392-2010

Join the fun with your whole family!

Tennis Time @ Westdale Park Session 1: Beginning the week of January 9 and ending the week of February 14

Junior Development Mighty Mights

Saturday

2 to 2:45pm

$40/30 resident fee

Beginners

Saturday

11am to 12:30pm

$52/42 resident fee

Adv. Beginners

Saturday

12:30 to 2pm

$52/42 resident fee

Adult and High School Classes Advanced Drills

Sunday

1 to 2:30pm

$52/42 resident fee

Session 2: Beginning the week of February 20 through week of April 1

Junior Development Mighty Mights

Tuesday

5:45 to 6:30pm

$40/30 resident fee

Beginners

Tuesday

4 to 5:30pm

$52/42 resident fee

Beginners

Saturday

11am to 12:30pm

$52/42 resident fee

Adv. Beginners

Saturday

12:30 to 2pm

$52/42 resident fee

Adult and High School Classes Beginners

Monday

7 to 8pm

$40/30 resident fee

Beginners

Thursday

7 to 8pm

$40/30 resident fee

Advanced Drills

Sunday

1 to 2:30pm

$52/42 resident fee

Advanced Drills

Tuesday

6:30 to 8pm

$52/42 resident fee

Session 3: Beginning the week of April 10 and ending the week of May 17

15400 Westdale Dr.

Junior Development Beginners

Saturday

9am to 10:30am

$52/42 resident fee

Adv. Beginners

Saturday

10:30am to 12pm

$52/42 resident fee

Adult and High School Classes Advanced Drills

Monday

7 to 8pm

$52/42 resident fee

Advanced Drills

Sunday

10:30am to 12pm

$52/42 resident fee

Register at Greenacres Community Center (2014 Calloway Drive) Call Call

392-2010

for more information

These classes are for all ages from Mighty Mites (ages 4-5), to Beginners (ages 6 to 12), High School and Adults. Lessons stress skill development through progressive learning, good manners, and tennis etiquette. Racket and balls are furnished. Sessions are 6 weeks with make-up classes available.

Get your photographs out of the shoebox and into scrapbooks, ready to share with others.

Scrapbooking

101

Full Class and Single workshops available

Receive step by step instructions, view examples and learn helpful tips about basic scrapbooking techniques.

Includes instruction and time for scrapping so be sure to bring your photos and any tools/supplies you may have.

Please bring photos and scrapbook album to first class.

Call 392-2020 for info

Tuesdays, 6 - 8pm

Session 1: Jan. 12 - Feb. 2nd Session 2: Mar. 2 - 23

Full class cost: $84/ 94 non-resident (includes $35 of scrapping materials)

Single day workshops also available “Love is in the Air” ($20) Feb 6, 10am -12pm “Spring Time Fun” ($36) March 27th, 10am - 12pm Classes held at Greenacres Community Center

register for classes and programs online at

WWW.NORfun.ORG

Kidz Love Soccer, Inc.

For children ages 2 to 12 years old. Your child will learn speed dribbling, multi-directional dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, and much more. The emphasis is on sportsmanship, effort, learning, and fun in a non-competitive environment.

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Wednesdays January 20 to March 10

Saturdays January 23 to March 13

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Tot Soccer Pre-Soccer Soccer 1 Soccer 2 Soccer 3

(age 3.5 to 4) (age 4 to 5) (age 5 to 6) (age 7 to 8) (age 9 to 12)

5:05 - 5:35pm 3:00 - 3:35pm 3:35 - 4:20pm 4:20 - 5:05pm 4:20 - 5:05pm

Liberty Park 11225 Brimhall Rd.

Mommy/Daddy&Me Tot Soccer Pre-Soccer Soccer 1 Soccer 2 Soccer 3

(age 2 to 3.5) (age 3.5 to 4) (age 4 to 5) (age 5 to 6) (age 7 to 8) (age 9 to 12)

2:00 - 2:30pm 2:45 - 3:15pm 3:15 - 3:50pm 3:50 - 4:35pm 4:35 - 5:20pm 4:35 - 5:20pm

Westdale Park 15400 Westdale Dr.

Register now at Greenacres Community Center, 2014 Calloway Drive, 392-2010 or at the District Office at 405 Galaxy Avenue, 392-2000 Call the Kidz Love Soccer Rain-Out Hotline at 1-800-871-2275

SAFARI Inside Sports & Games for kids ages 3 to 5 and their parents Come play some cool indoor sports and games with your little tikes. Includes a variety of active sports and games along with alternative games such as “jenga” and “duck duck goose”! Have fun interacting with the kids and having a laugh or two.

Thursdays, 11:30am - 12:15pm Session 1: Jan. 14 - Feb. 4 Session 2: Feb. 11 - Mar. 4 Fee: $30/$25 district residents Classes held at Greenacres Community Center Call 392-2010 for more info

ADVENTURE for kids ages 3 to 5

Come take a walk on the wild side! Make a new craft each week based on animals from the Safari.

Join us and let’s explore!

Join the fun with your whole family!

A hands-on adventure in rock climbing.

You learn tying knots, climbing commands and signals. Each week you climb in Riverview's own specialized climbing gym, featuring 16 foot high walls with overhangs, cracks, pockets, edges, pinches, underclings, and slopers.

Guitar Lessons Learn how to play the guitar in a relaxed group setting. Lessons for children 8 years through adults in 4 week sessions. Instruction by David Gamble.

Register in advance at the Greenacres Community Center. Call 392-2010 for more information.

FEE: $40/$30 resident fee

Intro: $60/$50 resident fee Advanced: $30/$20 resident fee

Beginner Classes: Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30pm

(Annual membership card available to graduating students for $10)

Intermediate Classes Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30pm

Intro: Wednesdays, 6 - 7pm Advanced: Thursdays, 6-8pm

Advanced Classes Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30pm

Riverview Community Center

Session 1 - Jan. 5, 12, 19, 26 Session 2 - Feb. 2, 9, 16, 23 Session 3 - Mar. 2, 9, 16, 23 Session 4 - Apr. 6, 13, 20, 27

Special group classes available, call the Riverview Center at 392-2020 for more information.

Greenacres Community Center

I Love Bugs!

Does your little one love to hunt bugs in the yard? Are they fascinated by the world around them? Then give them a thrill with our “I love bugs” class. In this 6 week class for 3-5 year olds, they’ll learn and play while studying a new bug each week like dragon flies, lady bugs and spiders. They’ll create crafts and play games - all with a bug theme.

Mondays Session 1 - Jan. 11 to Feb 1 Session 2 - Feb 8 to Mar. 1 11:30am to 12:15pm Only $30/$25 resident fee!

Classes Held at Greenacres Community Center Call 392-2010 for more info.

Cooking with Cora Your kids will learn their way around a kitchen during this two hour cooking event for kids ages 6 to 12. Students will create a yummy dish to take home and share with the whole family. Limited to the first 12 students to pre-register for each 1-day class.

FEE: $15

Saturday 9:30 to 11:30am

January 23 - Herbed Focaccia February 20 - Chicken Nuggets

w/Honey Mustard

Dipping Sauce March 20 -

Mini Veggie Pizza

April 17 -

Tie-Dyed Cupcakes

Register Early! Classes Fill Quickly!

Greenacres Community Center

call 392-2010 for more information.

register for classes and programs online at

WWW.NORfun.ORG

NEW! COMPUTER CLASSES AT THE RASMUSSEN CENTER All computer classes held at The Rasmussen Center (115 E. Roberts Lane) call

Introduction to Computers: This class is for people new to computers. Learn how to start and turn off a computer and the basics of operating a computer. Learn to open and close programs, move the mouse, write letters, create forms, use a printer and experience the Internet.

This fun and exciting class is taught

by Bob Campbell and he will teach you how to get the most out of your computer!

Microsoft Windows Basics (Intermediate) This is a great class for those looking to enter (or re-enter) the workforce and seeking to improve their computer skills, or for those who currently have computer skills but would like to expand them.

Instructor Betsy Roig will cover a new topic each week including: Microsoft overview, Word, Excel and PowerPoint.

6 week course meeting once a week

4 week course meeting once a week

Only $30 per 6 week session

Only $20 per 4 week session

Thursdays 10am to 3:00pm

Tuesdays 9:30am to 11:30am

(includes a 30 minute lunch break) January 14, 21, 28, February 4 and 11 February 18, 25 March 4, 11, 18 and 25 April 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 and May 6

January 5, 12, 19, 26 February 2, 9, 16, 23 March 2, 9, 16, 23 April 6, 13, 20, 27

Arts and Crafts Club for kids ages 3 to 5 Classes held at Greenacres Community Center

call 392-2010 for more info

392-2030 for info

Internet/Email This class, taught by Betsy Roig, will introduce you to the joys of the World Wide Web (www) and Email. Learn how to find information using search engines, how to reply to, forward and originate email messages, what you need to get started and how to connect to the WWW are all among the many skills you will learn. Betsy will focus on topics that are specific to what you, the students, would like to learn.

4 week course meeting once a week

Only $20 per 4 week session

Tuesdays 12:30pm to 2:30pm

January 5, 12, 19, 26 February 2, 9, 16, 23 March 2, 9, 16, 23 April 6, 13, 20, 27

Kids make a project each week based on a different theme!

Thursdays 12:20 to 1:05pm Session 1: Jan. 14 - Feb. 4 Session 2: Feb. 11 - March 4 Cost:

$30/$25 resident fee

Join the fun with your whole family!

FREE to families with children ages 5 & under!

Neighborhood Place Riverview Park Parent Participation Recreation Preschool

Neighborhood Place Community Learning Centers

This project is sponsored by

Funded by Proposition 10.

We o ffe r f re e e d u cat i o n a l , recreational, and social programs and activities to assist children up to five years of age, and their parents, to learn the skills necessary for adequate school preparation.

place NEIGHBORHOOD

learning centers

4 & 5: Ready to Strive

Monday - Thursday at Riverview & Sears Parks

For kids 3-5 and their parents.

Neighborhood Place Riverview Park 437 Willow Dr.

Get your child ready for kindergarten!! Our 4 & 5 Class is structured toward kindergarten readiness. Age appropriate activities will further enhance children’s educational development. Group activities will help children to expand their social skills and increase their attention span. Child must be 4 or 5 to be enrolled in this class.

Birth to 5: Ready to Learn

Monday - Thursday at Riverview & Sears Parks

Birth to 5 offers free educational, recreational, and social opportunities where the parent and child work together for kindergarten readiness.

Parent & Child Participation Classes Held at both Riverview & Sears Parks

Awesome Art: Tuesdays, 11am-11:30am Spinning Tales: Wednesdays, 11am-11:30am Fun with Science, Music & Movement: Fridays, 9am-10am

Sears Park

Riverview Park

444 Norris Road 392-2029

437 Willow Drive 392-2054

Office Hours Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Classes are FREE to families with children ages 5 & under!

All classes and programs are YEAR ROUND! Arts & C rafts Ac t

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Monday, Wednesday, Friday 1-4pm Session II: Nov. 30 - Feb. 26 (11 weeks) Session III: Mar. 1 - May 21 (11 weeks) Fee: $390/session ($130/mo) + $25 non refundable registration fee

REGISTER ANYTIME! Also Available at Greenacres Community Center

NOR Parent Participation Recreation Preschool for kids 4 to 5 yrs old

Class 1: Mon. & Fri. 8:30-11:30am and Wed. 1-4pm Class 2: Tues., Wed. & Thurs. 8:30-11:30am

Session II: Nov. 30 - Feb. 26 (11 weeks) Session III: Mar. 1 - May 21 (11 weeks) $25 registration fee District resident fee: $390/session ($130/mo) Non-resident fee: $405/session ($135/mo)

call 392-2029 for more info

register for classes and programs online at

WWW.NORfun.ORG

Be a mentor. Become a Role Model.

Have a GREAT summer!

Become a Lifeguard...

and take the first step toward the best summer

job you’ll ever have!

Lifeguard Training and Certification Class This class will train you for an exciting job as a certified Lifeguard.

The course includes: Lifeguarding skills, First Aid, CPR for adults, youth and infants, CPR for the Professional Rescuer which includes AED administration, Bloodborne Pathogen training, and Oxygen Administration.

The class includes a series of physical tests prior to certification.

Students must continuously swim 300 yards using 100 yards of Front Crawl, 100 yards of Breast Stroke, and 100 yards of Front Crawl or Breast Stroke. Students will also be required to swim the length of the pool, surface dive from a 10 foot pool, pick up a 10 pound brick from the bottom, and swim back to the starting point while holding the brick with two hands and your face above the water.

The students will need to be able to tred water for at least 3 minutes with no hands.

Prior to passing the class you will be recommended for a seasonal position through NOR, but must be 15 and a half by June.

For further information contact Lisa Walker or Stephanie at 392-2010.

Session 1

Session 2

8am to 5pm

Saturday March 27, 8am to 4pm Sunday March 28, 2pm to 5pm Monday March 29, 11am to 6pm Tuesday March 30, 11am to 6pm Wednesday March 31, 11am to 6pm

Saturday February 6 Sunday February 7 Saturday February 13 Sunday February 14 MUST ATTEND ALL DATES

MUST ATTEND ALL DATES

Location: NOR Pool (405 Galaxy Ave.) Ages: 15 and over (must be 15.5 by May 31, 2010 to work for NOR)

Location: NOR Pool (405 Galaxy Ave.) Ages: 15 and over (must be 15.5 by May 31, 2010 to work for NOR)

Cost: $90/$80 resident fee

Cost: $90/$80 resident fee

405 Galaxy Ave., Bakersfield, CA

Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Bakersfield, CA Permit No. 981

93308

www.NORfun.org

Join the fun with the N.B.S.A.A. as Premiere World Discovery presents South Dakota Adventure!

Featuring Mount Rushmore!

Washington DC & Williamsburgh!

7 days, April 15, 2010 $1999 per person double $550 single supplement

7 days, July 14, 2010 $1949 per person double $550 single supplement

...and coming up in September 2010... Branson, Memphis & Nashville! only $2299 per person double, $550 single supplement

for detailed trip information, please contact Diane Hooper at 392-2030 or come in person to the Rasmussen Center (115 E. Roberts Lane)

Adult Sports Leagues You don’t quit playing because you get old...

You get old because you quit playing!

League

Fee

Spring Manager’s Spring League Registration Meeting Start

Days

Game Times

Locations

Summer League Start

Summer Registration

5-on-5 Basketball

$485/ Team, $25 Late Fee

Feb. 2 to Mar. 1

Mon-Wed Tue-Thur

6,7, 8, 9pm

Standard Gym, Riverview Gym, Northside Gym, Greenacres Gym

June 1

Apr. 7 to May. 10

Indoor Soccer

$325/ Team, $25 Late Fee $335/ Team, $25 Late Fee

Feb. 23 to Mar. 22 Feb. 2 to Feb. 22

Greenacres Gym

July 10/11

Riverview Gym, Standard Gym

June 1

Greenacres Park, N. Rosedale Park

June 1

Apr. 21 to May 17

Riverview Park

July 11

May 12 to June 14

Coed Volleyball

$450/ Slow Pitch Softball Men & Team, $25 Late Fee Coed $1500/ Team,

Men’s Baseball $25 Late Fee

Mar. 1

Mar. 15

Mar. 22

Apr. 10/11 Sat, Sun

Feb. 22

Mar. 9

T, Th

Jan. 5 to Feb. 9

Feb. 9

Feb. 22

M, T, W, Th, F, Su

Jan. 12 to Feb. 17

Feb. 17

Feb. 28

T, Th, Su

Sat: 7, 8, 9pm Sun: 8, 9pm 6:30, 7:15, 8, 8:45pm Weekday Games: 6:15, 7:15, 8:15, 9:15pm Sunday Games: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9pm Weekday Games: 7pm Sunday Games: 9am, 12, 3pm

for more information, call 392-2000 or visit our website: www.NORfun.org

May 13 to June 21 Apr. 7 to May 3