NOR Winter Funbook 2009

Winter Funbook Events, Sports and Programs for the Whole Family

January - March 2009

The Daddy Daughter Dance is Back!

Inside: Science Classes for Tots!

Special Events for the Whole Family!

And nearly 40 Sports, Classes and Activities to choose from!

Join the fun with your whole family!

Treat your little princess to the memory of a lifetime!

&Daughter

Daddy

Dance Saturday, February 7th 6 to 8:30pm

2009

Centennial Elementary School (15200 Westdale Drive)

D.J. and Dinner 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 3 - and hurry!

Tickets sell out quickly.

Call Lisa Walker at 392-2010 for more information.

It’s PART Y SEASON at Greenacres Community Center!

Have an awesome time at two great theme parties for kids ages 6-12.

Come dressed as your favorite characters and prepared to have a great time!

register for classes and programs online at

S Each Science Class Only $30/$25

WWW.NORfun.ORG

cience Classes for Tots! resident fee!

I Love Bugs!

for 3-5 year olds

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 4 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.

Fridays, 11:30am - 12:15pm // Session 1: Jan. 16-Feb. 6 // Session 2: Feb. 13-Mar. 6 // Session 3: Mar. 13-Apr. 3

Tot Science &NatuRE

for 3-5 year olds Your little one will learn about Science and Nature in this fun filled 4 week class for kids ages 3-5. Every week, they’ll explore a different topic and create “science projects” related to the topic.

Wednesdays, 11:30am - 12:15pm // Session 1: Jan. 14-Feb. 4 // Session 2: Feb. 11-Mar. 4 // Session 3: Mar. 11-Apr. 1

Fun with Dinosaurs

for 3-5 year olds Your little explorers will “dig in” to the world of dinosaurs. They’ll learn about a new dinosaur every week.

There will be several class projects as well, including a volcano, and a dinosaur dig!

2 Days to choose from, 11:30am - 12:15pm both classes Monday Classes // Session 1: Jan. 12-Feb. 2 // Session 2: Feb. 23-Mar. 16 Thursday Classes // Session 1: Jan. 15-Feb. 5 // Session 2: Feb. 12-Mar. 5 // Session 3: Mar. 12-Apr. 2

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

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 selfdefense 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

Wednesdays

Fridays

Saturdays

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 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

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

$20 per month (one class per week) For information, contact Master Earl Absher at 588-3217

Join the fun with your whole family!

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 Beginner Classes: Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30pm Intermediate Classes Tuesdays, 5:30-6:30pm Advanced Classes Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30pm

Digital

Photography How to use that new digital camera

Did you get a new camera over the holidays, or do you need to figure out how to use that camera that’s been sitting on your shelf? Then this class is for you! In this workshop, you’ll learn about the different settings on your camera, and how to take the best photos possible. You won’t be afraid to make the move to digital photos after taking this step-by-step class.

Come join others like you who are ready to take the step into digital photography!

Session 1 - Jan. 6 to 27 Session 2 - Feb. 3 to 24 Session 3 - Mar. 3 to 24

Wednesdays, Jan. 14 to Feb. 4 6:00pm - 7:30pm Greenacres Community Center

Greenacres Community Center

Costs: $64/59 resident Call 392-2020 for more information

Classes for healing by relax and restore

RESTORATIVE YOGA

Tuesdays from 10:30 - 11:30am Practice relaxing and breathing to replenish your vital energy. Each class is an hour of pure relaxing bliss!

Please bring a yoga mat and any props you might have.

build strength & power

Antoinette

Healing Ministry

heal your body. deepen your practice.

VINYASA FLOW

Tuesdays from 7:00 - 8:30pm Designed to build strength, stamina, flexibility and balance.

Bring a towel and a mat...

You will Sweat!

Continuous class!

Drop in any time starting January 6!

All classes held at

Greenacres Community Center (2014 Calloway Drive)

Only $10 per class! call 392-2010 for info

Antoinette has 14 years of yoga teaching experience. She has taught over 8,000 students and is registered through Yoga Alliance at their highest level of training and experience. Contact her for further information at 912-4093.

.NORfun.ORG or call us at

read more online at WWW

392-2000

Youth Summer Baseball, Softball and T-Ball

Registeration begins February 2 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)

(fee includes uniform top, cap and pictures)

Monday through Friday, May 4 through July 24 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

ToT

Culver: 13-15yrs

Age as of August 1, 2009 determines league placement

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:

Feb. 20, 6-9pm Feb. 21, 1-5pm

Class 2:

Mar. 20, 6-9pm Mar. 21, 1-5pm

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

392-2020

Call for more information

for more information, please call

392-2000

T-BALL for boys & girls ages 3-6

Children will learn how to play baseball in a FUN, non�threatening environment. The program teaches children a variety of skills including: catching, throwing and batting.

Teamwork is emphasized and parent participation is highly encouraged.

Parent volunteers are also needed to coach. Please bring child’s birth certificate when registering.

Please register early!

These classes fill up very quickly!

3 Locations to Choose From!

Session 1 - March 7 to April 4 Session 2 - April 18 to May 16

Westdale Park, 15400 Westdale Dr 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

Call 392-2000 for more info

Join the fun with your whole family!

NOR Snow Board / Ski Club Kids ages 4 to 18 years old, break out your snowboards or skis and experience the thrills of Sierra Summit Ski Area!

Saturday Program Jan. 10,17,24,31 Feb. 7,14 For kids 4 to 18 (kids ages 4 to 7 must be accompanied by an adult). The program includes lessons in the morning (for both parents and kids and skiing in the afternoon. The bus is fully chaperoned.

Saturday Program Costs: 4 - 12 yrs old: $410/$400 Resident Fee 13 - 18 yrs old: $470/$460 resident fee Parents: $490/$480 Resident Fee

Sunday Program -

Jan. 11,18,25 Feb. 1,8,15 Teens ages 13 to 18 join the fun on Sundays. Students must purchase their own lift tickets at Sierra Summit. Fee includes chaperoned bus transportation only for six trips to Sierra Summit.

Kids ages 4-7 must be accompanied by an adult.

call 392-2000

Sunday Program Costs: 13 - 18 yrs old: $230/$220 resident fee

for more information

Reel

Saturday, March 14, 2009 8am to 11am at Mirror Lake in Hart Park Catch of the Day Awards for the following groups:

Under 5 8-11 years

FUN 09

fishout

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!

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

Pancake Breakfast sponsored by Rosedale Lions Club, Adults $6, Kids $4.

Call 392-2010

for more information!

No Pre-registration Required

Just Show Up Early!

register for classes and programs online at

WWW.NORfun.ORG

Tennis Time @ Westdale Park

Session: Beginning the week of Jan. 10 through week of Feb. 9

Junior Development Mighty Mites

Saturday

2:00 to 2:45pm

$40/30 resident fee

Beginners

Saturday

11 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

15400 Westdale Dr.

Register at Greenacres Community Center (2014 Calloway Drive)

$52/42 resident fee

Session: Beginning the week of Feb. 15 through week of Mar. 28

Junior Development Mighty Mites

Tuesday

5:45 to 6:30pm

$40/30 resident fee

Beginners

Tuesday

4:00 to 5:30pm

$52/42 resident fee

Beginners

Saturday

11 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

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.

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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. There is one coach per 8 students.

DAY

CLASS

Fee:

$85/$75 resident fee

TIME

LOCATION

Wednesdays Apr. 8 to May 27

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)

2:40 - 3:10pm 3:10 - 3:45pm 3:45 - 4:30pm 4:30 - 5:15pm 4:30 - 5:30pm

Liberty Park 11225 Brimhall Rd.

Saturdays Apr. 11 to Jun. 6

Mommy/Daddy&Me (age 2 to 3.5) Tot Soccer (age 3.5 to 4) Pre-Soccer (age 4 to 5) Soccer 1 (age 5 to 6) Soccer 2 (age 7 to 8) Soccer 3 (age 9 to 12)

2:15 - 2:45pm 3:00 - 3:30pm 3:30 - 4:05pm 4:05 - 4:50pm 4:50 - 5:35pm 4:50 - 5:50pm

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

Join the fun with your whole family!

Gymnastics

Mommy & Me:

Girls/ Boys Level One:

with Stephanie Duncan

[4 separate classes]

[2 separate classes] Tuesday 6-7pm, Thursday 6-7pm

4 Kids

An affordable way to start your kids in gymnastics now!

(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: 10-11am and 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.

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

[4 separate classes]

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

(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]

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

Thursday 4-5pm, Saturday 3-4pm

Girls Level One:

Tumbling Level Two/Three:

(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

(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 4-5pm

Girls Level Two:

For 2 classes per week: $64/$59 resident fee/month Location: Classes are held at the Riverview Community Center, 401 Willow Dr.

(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.

[2 separate classes]

Tuesday 5-6pm, Saturday 1-2pm

Ballroom Dance Beginning I: Primary figures of six basic dances: Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Rumba, Swing, and Cha Cha. Mondays, 8 - 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 - 7:45pm East Coast Swing (A.K.A. Jitterbug) This is the most popular style of swing for all ages.

Wednesdays, 6:30 to 7:25pm Salsa Class Learn this spicy Latin dance that is so popular today!

Wednesdays, 7:30 to 8:25pm

s e t a B a r Barba Monday Classes (6 week sessions)

Session I: Jan 5 - Feb 23 (no class 1/19 and 2/16) Session II: Mar 2 - Apr 6

Wednesday Classes (6 week sessions) Session I: Jan 7 - Feb 11 Session II: Feb 18 - Mar 25

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

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read more online at WWW

392-2000 Kids Dance Classes at Fruitvale-Norris 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) Wednesdays, 3:30 to 4:15pm Toddler 2 (ages 2 to 3) Mondays, 11 to 11:45am Toddler 3 (ages 3.5 to 5) Mondays, 2 to 2:50pm

Children's Dance 1 (ages 5.5 to 8) An intro to Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Hip-Hop that will help develop coordination and memory skills and build self confidence in children ages 5.5 to 8. Classes start monthly.

FEE: $25/$20 resident fee Mondays, 3 to 4pm Mondays, 4 to 5pm Thursdays, 3:30 to 4:30pm

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

(115 E. Roberts lane)

Country music has so much energy, it’s an ideal way to improve your fitness while having fun!

We’ll cover everything from the tush-push and Tulsa-time to the Chocolate City Hustle and Silver State Special.

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 own moves, and learn advanced moves.

FEE: $25/$20 resident fee Tuesdays, 5:30 to 6:30pm Classes are held year round at the Fruitvale-Norris Building (6221 Norris Road)

Country LINE Dancing at The Rasmussen CTR.

Dancers of all skill levels are welcome

Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:00pm Fee: $5

and/or Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30pm Fee: $4

Call 392-2020 for info

For more info, call 392-2030

Cheerleading Triple play – cardio Strength Stretch

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays

5:15 to 6:15pm Greenacres Center

Monthly Costs:

Saturdays

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

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

Only $35 per month! jazzercise.com (800)FIT-IS-IT

COMPETITION SQUAD - NEW! Competition cheerleaders will participate in football games and monthly competitions (around 2 per month). Season begins in mid March and goes until the end of April. All girls are expected to finish out the competition year if they decide to compete.

NON-COMPETITION SQUAD! Children will participate in football games and have the OPTION to purchase a uniform. After the football season they will learn dances and cheers to prepare them for the next season.

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

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

Ages 16 and up.

call Kathy Kilby at 323-3035 for information

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

Monday and Wednesday Afternoons Competition Cheer (5-7yrs): 4 to 5:30pm Competition Cheer (8yrs+): 5:30 to 7pm Riverview Community Center, 401 Willow Drive

Friday Afternoons Non-Competition Cheer (5yrs+): 4 to 5:30pm Riverview Community Center, 401 Willow Drive

call 392-2020 for info

Join the fun with your whole family!

Riverview Park Disc Golf Course

Rock Climbing at Riverview:

Try this exciting sport similar to golf, played with “Frisbee” discs on our 18-hole disc golf course at Riverview Park. Get your disc at the Riverview Center. Call 392-2020 for more information.

Riverview Open Gym

Techniques and Equipment A hands-on adventure in rock climbing. You learn tying knots, climbing commands and signals. Ages 6 and up. 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.

Ages 18 and up can play pick-up basketball.

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

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

Climbing Gym Hours

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

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

Facility Rental for every occasion!

Need a space for your next party, meeting, or event?

NOR has some great rental facilities available for every occasion!

We have athletic fields, park shelters, gymnasiums, and recreation rooms available for your picnics, parties, meetings, or special events. Rates start as low as $10/hour!

Intro: Wednesdays, 6 - 7pm Advanced: Thursdays, 6-8pm Riverview Community Center

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

Indian Cooking

at greenacres community center - 2014 Calloway Drive

Get a taste of world cultures and learn to cook some of India’s finest cuisine in this cooking class for people age 16 and over. Each class we will cook a different set of delicacies from India.

Saturdays, 10am to 12noon

Give us a call and we’ll help you find the right location for any occasion!

Our facilities are available for reserved use from 8:00 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. Community groups & private individuals are encouraged to use the facilities for recreational, educational, cultural and other worthwhile purposes. Facilities may be rented only at those times when such use does not conflict with regularly scheduled NOR programs. Reservations may be made up to one year in advance. Applicant must be at least 21 years of age and is responsible for setup and clean-up.

Availability, Fees, Rules & Regulations

For more information call 392-2000 or visit our website at www.NORfun.org. The total rental fee must be paid prior to the event. A clean-up/damage deposit may be required and will be returned if all rules have been observed and no facility damage occurs. Certain types of facility rentals require proof of liability insurance, naming North of the River Recreation and Park District as additional insured.

392-2000 www.NORfun.org

Call or visit for more information.

January 17 // February 28 // March 28 $25/$20 resident fee Dishes being prepared:

Jan. 17: Tandoori Chicken, Keema Mattar, and Kheera Raita Feb. 28: Punjabi Fried Fish, Palak Gosht, and two chutneys Mar. 28: Chicken Curry, Vegetable Palao, and Kesar Pista Ice Cream

call

392-2010

for 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 24 - Apple pie with strudel topping February 21 - Baked fruit tarts with glaze March 21 - Cheesy quesadilla Greenacres Community Center call 392-2010 for more information.

register for classes and programs online at

WWW.NORfun.ORG

Become a Lifeguard!

Beginning Computer Class

Lifeguard Training and Certification Class

Computer Operation Basics Writing Letters Using Your Printer Creating Forms Using The Internet Sending E-mail

Take the first step toward becoming an NOR Lifeguard!

Saturday January 24, 8am-5pm Monday-Friday January 26-30, 6:30-9pm Saturday January 31, 8am-5pm Saturday February 7, 8am-5pm Saturday February 14, 8am-5pm

This class will train you for an exciting job as a 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 adminstration.

Students must swim 300 yards using Front Crawl, Back Crawl, and your choice of stroke. Students will surface dive from a 10 foot pool, pick up a 10lb brick, and swim breast stroke 25 yards with brick. The students will need to be able to tred water for 5 minutes with no hands. For further information contact Lisa Walker at 392-2010.

Location: NOR Pool (405 Galaxy Ave.) Ages: 15 and over (must be 15.5 by May 31, 2008 to work for NOR) Cost: $90/$80 resident fee

JUNIOR THEATER CASTING CALL!

Charlotte’s Web Casting Sunday February 28th

Learn elementary computing skills, including:

Thursdays 10am to 3:00pm Jan. 15, 22, 29 Feb. 5, 12, 19

only $10!

Classes held at The Rasmussen Center (115 E. Roberts Lane)

call 392-2030 for info

Jujitsu SELF DEFENSE Learn about traditional martial arts that incorporates Jujitsu & Karate.

This is a realistic self-defense class, it is not a sport. This program continues all year long and you can start on any Tuesday. This class is for all ages.

If you have any questions, please call 392-2020.

(everyone who signs up is cast!)

9 to 11:30am for kids grades K-6 1 to 3pm for kids grades 7-12

For more info call 392-2000 or Visit www.NORfun.org/JTI Auditions held at The Rasmussen Center (115 E. Roberts Lane)

Cost: $60/$50 resident fee.

Make check payable to NOR.

Per Month Fee: $35/$25 resident fee $67/$57 family fee Tuesdays, 7:00 - 8:30pm Riverview Center 401 Willow Drive

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

You get old because you quit playing!

League

Fee

League Registration Manager’s Meeting Start

5-on-5 Basketball

$485/ Team, $25 Late Fee

Feb. 2 to Mar. 2

Indoor Soccer Coed Volleyball

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

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

Slow Pitch Softball Men & Coed

$450/ Team, $25 Late Fee

Jan. 5 to Feb. 9

Men’s Baseball

$1500/ Team, $25 Late Fee

Jan. 12 to Feb. 16

Mar. 2

Mar. 16

Mar. 23

Apr. 04

Feb. 23

Mar. 10

Feb. 10

Feb. 17

Mar. 1

Mar. 1

Days Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays Saturday, Sunday Tuesday, Thursday Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Sunday Tuesday, Thursday, Sunday

Game Times

Locations

6,7, 8, 9pm

Standard Gym, Riverview Gym, Northside Gym, Greenacres Gym

Sat: 7, 8, 9pm Sun: 8, 9pm 6:30, 7:15, 8, 8:45pm

Greenacres Gym Riverview Gym, Standard Gym

Weekday Games: 6:15, 7:15, 8:15, Greenacres Park, 9:15pm N. Rosedale Park Sunday Games: 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9pm Weekday Games: 7pm Riverview Park Sunday Games: 9am, 12, 3pm

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

FREE to GIRLS 8 to 12 yrs old as seen on Oprah

If you are a female mentor and you are ready to help the girl in your life identify and widen her view of beauty, bring her to the “real beauty workshop for girls”.

This interactive session will shed light on how “ideal” images of beauty have the ability to affect how we see ourselves and our bodies opening up healthy dialog about self-esteem.

Three Sunday sessions to choose from!

Days: January 18, February 15, March 15 Times: 2:00pm to 4:00pm Place: Greenacres Community Center Workshop Facilitator: Raya Joseph Fee: FREE to girls ages 8 to 12 (and their adult mentor) Call Raya Joseph at 565-7996 for more information

405 Galaxy Ave., Bakersfield, CA

93308

www.NORfun.org

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