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Take A Plunge Into A Peoria Pool The city of Peoria operates three public pools, each at a local high school. Cool off at a pool near you. Don’t know how to swim?

Sign up for an affordable swim lesson. Locations include Peoria, Centennial, and Sunrise Mountain high schools.

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Recreation Programs

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Council Alters Frequency, Location of Sessions Expect Panel to Meet More Often, and in Chamber Rather than Pine Room TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 City Council District Roundup 5 City Council Highlights 6 Next Year’s Budget Maintains Core Services 7 Peoria is Making Connections 8 Economic Development Focuses on Entertainment District 9 Peoria’s Population Grows by 42 Percent in 10 Years 10 News Bulletins 13 Rio Vista Recreation Center 15 Before/After School Program 16 Summer Camp Program 17 Tiny Tots Summer Recreation 18 Summer Recreation 20 Teen Programs 22 Outdoor Recreation 23 Peoria Sports Complex 24 Aquatics Programs 34 Sports Programs 36 Adaptive Recreation Program 38 Senior Adult Program 40 Peoria Public Libraries 41 Special Interest Classes 55 Peoria Events & Meetings 56 Parks, Recreational & School Facilities Map 57 Registration and General Information 59 City of Peoria Youth Scholarship Program

Those who pay attention to our city government may have noticed an evolution in the City Council’s meeting schedule the last few months.

In the interest of civic engagement, I’d like bring you up to speed on the changes and the rationale behind them.

For several years, the City Council held regular meetings at 7 p.m. on the first and third Tuesday of the month in the City Council Chamber, housed in the low building out in front of City Hall. On the first Tuesday, the meeting was part of “doubleheader” with an afternoon City Council study session in the City Hall Pine Room.

Meeting More Often The councilmembers and I find great value in the study sessions, which enable us to hear staff presentations, ask questions and discuss policy – without the formal rules of a regular meeting. As time passed, it became clear that having just one a month, with the length limited by the regular meeting scheduled following, simply didn’t allow enough time for in-depth discussion on multiple topics. And we have plenty to discuss.

After some experimentation, we’ve settled on one meeting and up to three study sessions a month.

The third Tuesday will be a double-header – a 5 p.m. study session followed by a 7 p.m. meeting.

The first and second Tuesdays generally will have just a 5 p.m. study session.

For every rule, of course, there are exceptions.

For instance, there will be just one double-header each in July and August, per the City Council’s traditional summer schedule.

And there may be other schedule changes too, as events necessitate.

Moving Study Sessions For the last few years, the City Council has held its study sessions in the City Hall Pine Room. We like that arrangement because it allows for faceto-face discussion without the formality of the City Council Chamber. But no sector of Peoria’s government is immune for the current budget crunch, and staff members have estimated that we can save about $30,000 a year in set-up and TV-production costs by moving study sessions back to the Council Chamber. (The aforementioned budget sessions will remain in the Pine Room.)

Moving study sessions to the Council Chamber also jibes with upgrades the city is planning to improve chamber access for the disabled.

I am aware that these changes could cause some initial confusion. What’s important to know is that the City Clerk’s Office keeps track of the schedule and posts upcoming meetings at www.peoriaaz. gov/councilmeet.

Bob Barrett Mayor Office: (623) 773-7306 Bob.Barrett@peoriaaz.gov

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Peoria Has Experts Review Lake Pleasant Parkway Widening ‘Value Engineers’ Look for Ways to Get Most for Taxpayers’ Money Peoria taxpayers may get a little more bang for their bucks as a result of the city’s participation in a demonstration project by SAVE International, the professional society in the field of value engineering.

Put simply, value engineering is the analysis of a design or construction project looking for ways to increase value by lowering costs or increasing function. Used often in federally funded projects, it is unfamiliar to many at the municipal level.

SAVE would like to change that, and Peoria was its guinea pig.

A three-member SAVE team comprising some of the most experienced people in the industry worked with city officials for two-and-a-half days to study the city’s design plan for Lake Pleasant Parkway north of WestWing Parkway. The project will extend the four-lane parkway to Loop 303 and include sewer, water and other utilities, as well as a widened median, trail underpass, meandering sidewalks and enhanced landscaping.

With the project about three-fifths of the way through the design process, the SAVE engineers

looked for opportunities to increase the value of the project through cost saving, added functionality or shortened construction methods.

“This was a unique opportunity to get a fresh set of eyes on the plans, see if there was a better mousetrap and make sure we were not running full steam into an unforeseen wall,” said Peoria Engineering Director Andy Granger.

City officials will review the value-engineering results and determine which, if any, of the recommendations will be adopted. Whatever they decide, Peoria taxpayers will know that the city has gone the extra mile to make sure that public money allotted for the project is being spent in the most efficient manner.

This was not the first time Peoria employed value engineering. City engineers used the methodology to evaluate plans for the Butler Water Reclamation Facility and Peoria’s portion of the Beardsley Connection to Loop 101. In the latter case, the study led to creation of the traffic roundabout on Beardsley Road at 81st Avenue.

Put simply, value engineering is the analysis of a design or construction project looking for ways to increase value by lowering costs or increasing function.

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS Contact the Engineering Dept. at 623-773-7212 or visit www.peoriaaz.gov/buildingpeoria

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City Council District Roundup COUNCILMEMBER CONTACT INFORMATION Tony Rivero Acacia District Office: (623) 773-7306 Tony.Rivero@peoriaaz.gov

Dave Pearson Ironwood District Office: (623) 773-7306 Dave.Pearson@peoriaaz.gov

Joan Evans Willow District Office: (623) 773-7306 Joan.Evans@peoriaaz.gov

Ron Aames Palo Verde District Office: (623) 773-7306 Ron.Aames@peoriaaz.gov

Cathy Carlat Mesquite District Office: (623) 773-7306 Cathy.Carlat@peoriaaz.gov

Acacia District – Councilmember Tony Rivero

Mesquite District – Councilmember Cathy Carlat

“Celebrating Peoria’s Past and Preserving its Future” was the theme of this year’s Pioneer Days held in historic Old Town located in the Acacia District. Pioneer Days took place on Saturday, April 2. It was a great community event that included a 5K run, parade, a variety of booths and an opportunity to meet other community members. This year it featured a “Green Zone” that provided information on how we can conserve energy at home and at work. The city has recently implemented several projects that conserve energy.

All of our activities leave an impact (footprint) on our planet, from the water we drink to the energy it takes to produce the clothes we wear. Peoria’s sustainability efforts seek to reduce our effect on the environment, conserve energy, and encourage citizens to meet their needs without compromising the needs of the future. By following a few very simple steps, you can join us as we reduce our carbon footprint, save money and lend a helping hand to future generations. Peoria’s Sustainability website has everything you need to start making a difference. Begin by calculating your global footprint - an interactive, fun way to identify your biggest areas of consumption. Next, explore the list of things you can do to be sustainable in your daily life. It’s easy, rewarding and a lot of fun! Get started at www.peoriaaz.gov/ sustainability.

Peoria’s official 2010 census population is 154,068. We will be using this population figure to assist in aligning the city’s new council districts. I encourage everyone to participate in the developing process of the new boundaries. This is an opportunity for residents to offer suggestions and provide input. Citizen kits are available on the city website www.peoriaaz.gov and can also be obtained by emailing Tony.Rivero@peoriaaz.gov or calling 623-773-7785.

Ironwood District – Councilmember Dave Pearson July marks the beginning of a new fiscal year for the City of Peoria. This means residents may apply for a new round of SNAP Grants. These mini-grants are available to organizations (service, youth, association groups, etc.) to fund projects that solve a neighborhood issue or help develop a sense of community in the Ironwood Council District. Congratulations to the organizers of the 2010 Desert Harbor Winter Fest and the Westbrook Posse Open House who are recent recipients of SNAP Grants. Please go to my city webpage to apply.

The Peoria spring festival “Spring into Peoria” attracted an estimated 5,000 visitors in February. The city plans to make this festival even greater in 2012. In addition to free food and lively music, the event highlighted more than 40 local businesses and groups.

The Peoria Police Volunteer Program was there as well. This group was organized in 2009 to assist our police officers maintain records, patrol neighborhoods, provide traffic control, and other duties. If you want more information about the Peoria Police Volunteer Program, call 623-773-5058.

Palo Verde District – Councilmember Ron Aames

Carlo Leone Pine District Office: (623) 773-7306 Home: (623) 972-0444 Carlo.Leone@peoriaaz.gov

As your Councilmember, I work hard to make sure that the neighborhoods in our district continue to improve. The city has several programs that are available for accomplishing this. One of these is the Neighborhood Grants Program. Amounts up to $12,000 are available. I have helped several Palo Verde neighborhoods obtain these grants for projects ranging from new fences and roadside beautification to security lighting. To learn more about these neighborhood grants, or to apply for one, please contact me at 623-773-7306 or ron.aames@peoriaaz.gov.

Pine District - Councilmember Carlo Leone Communication is a vital element to every relationship, both personal and professional. We lead busy lives and it’s important that communication be clear, concise and straightforward. The city of Peoria has made it even easier for you to keep in touch with events, projects and news in and around the Pine District by providing a variety of electronic newsletters to suit your needs.

Start by getting in the e-loop with my Pine District e*alerts.

Signing up is quick, easy and guarantees you will receive up-tothe-minute information. Simply send me an email at Pine@ peoriaaz.gov and I will take care of the rest! To view a list of additional newsletters by subject, simply log on to www.peoriaaz. gov and click the “How Do I Register for e*News Lists” at the top of the page. We never share your email address with anyone, so you won’t receive any unwanted information. Sign up today!

Willow District – Councilmember Joan Evans Arizona’s Centennial is less than a year away, yet Peoria’s scheduled events to honor our first 100 years of statehood have already begun. If you attended Bravo Peoria! Celebrating 100!, you know that it was a great way to kickoff Arizona’s Centennial year.

On the 4th of July, an entire Sports Complex ball field will be set up as the Centennial Zone. Be sure to be present on October 22 as we showcase “Arizona on the Move.” Motorcycles will roar into the parking lot, bicycles will zip into the stadium, runners will strut their stuff and planes will fly overhead. Our grand finale will be a two-day event taking you from an evening old-time baseball game, 1912 style on February 3, to dedication of our Centennial Plaza and Decades walk the next day. Save room for a piece of the biggest birthday cake you have ever seen!

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City Council Highlights February

April

Authorized the entrance into an exclusive negotiating agreement with Osage West LLC on an airport/airpark project in northern Peoria.

Authorized the entrance into an agreement with the Peoria Unified School District to operate and maintain city swimming pools.

Approved mid-year operating-budget reductions of $1.67 million.

Established May 17, 2011 as the date for a public hearing regarding the adjustment of city’s water and wastewater rates.

Appointed Roy W. Minter Jr. as the new Chief for the Police Department, effective Monday, March 21.

Accepted a $1,198,780 Neighborhood Stabilization grant from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development.

Authorized the acquisition of property on 75th Avenue and Thunderbird Road to accommodate the intersection widening improvements by donation, outright purchase, or the exercise of the power of eminent domain.

Accepted funding from Special Olympics Arizona for a temporary, part-time, non-benefitted position through June 30, 2011, to assist with athlete recruitment and competitions.

Awarded a five-year contract worth $1.7 million to New World Systems for a Police Computer-Aided Dispatch, Records Management and Mobile System.

Established the Multi-Modal Transportation Plan as the city’s guiding document for future transit services within Peoria. The Multi-Modal Transportation Plan includes the development of a more balanced transportation system and the development of an attractive and effective transit system.

Peoria Seeks Qualified Citizens for Boards and Commissions Applicants must be eligible registered voters and residents of the City of Peoria. The City Council Subcommittee on Boards and Commissions

Peoria City Council meets at least once a month on the third Tuesday of the month.

For times and locations, agendas and minutes, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/council or call (623) 773-7340.

View city council meetings online, live and on demand, at www.peoriaaz.gov/channel11.

Cox Communications subscribers also can watch live or on tape delay on Peoria Channel 11.

March

The City of Peoria is accepting applications for all future vacancies to any of Peoria’s boards and commissions. Board and commission members review policies, plans and projects, and make recommendations to the Peoria City Council.

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Appointments reviews the applications and makes appointment recommendations as necessary.

Applications will be kept on file and reviewed as vacancies occur.

For an application and more information, please visit the City’s website at http://www.peoriaaz.gov/ boards, or contact the Peoria City Clerk’s Office (623) 773-7340.

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Next Year’s Budget Maintains Core Services FOR MORE INFORMATION Contact the Department of Management and Budget at 623-773-7346 or visit www.peoriaaz.gov/budget

In a series of study sessions held earlier this month, the Peoria City Council considered the $460 million recommended budget for Fiscal Year 2012, which begins July 1. The recommended budget represents a 1.1 percent increase over last year’s spending plan, largely reflecting the use of outside revenues for large capital projects.

Recognizing the extent to which the recession has affected individuals and households, city leaders have sought to minimize the financial burden on Peoria residents. Property tax and sales tax rates will remain unchanged in FY 2012. Likewise, the rates for residential and commercial solid waste collection will stay the same.

The recommended budget is aimed to preserve the high quality of life Peoria residents have come to expect. This begins with a commitment to public safety. The budget retains the same number of firefighters, and even though two police officer positions have been frozen, the number of officers on the street will not change.

The budget maintains the city’s commitment to youth recreation programs and activities, and again provides funding for small, targeted capital improvements under the Community Works program. Resources also are provided to support the City Council’s commitment to private sector investment and job creation.

Not all rates and fees will stay the same, however.

A small number of recreation and development user fees have been adjusted to help recover the full cost of these services. Meanwhile, moderate rate increases are proposed for water and sewer services to address growing cost pressures and capital requirements. These increases will be the first in more than three years for Peoria customers, who continue to enjoy relatively low utility rates compared to other Valley cities.

Like most other governments in Arizona and the U.S., Peoria has had to make significant spending cuts over the last three years to compensate for declining tax revenues. Even though positive economic trends point to higher sales tax collections in the upcoming year, the city had to close a $3.7 million shortfall in its primary operating account, the general fund. The costcutting strategies used to balance the budget will not have a noticeable effect on core services to the community.

As a service-based organization, personnel costs account for 70 percent of Peoria’s ongoing operating costs. As such, balancing the FY 2012 budget required further adjustments to the city’s staffing level. The recommended budget proposed 37 fewer positions compared to the previous year, bringing to 158 the total number of jobs shed since the onset of the recession.

Most of the 37 positions to be eliminated were left vacant either through natural attrition or through a voluntary severance program offered to employees last fall. The recommended budget proposes the elimination of 10 filled positions for a cost savings of $774,000. All of the employees in these positions are expected to be placed in open positions around the city.

At $477 million, the city’s 10-year capital improvement program is smaller than in recent years. This reflects the impact of lower property valuations on property tax collections used to pay the debt on bond-funded projects, as well as a slowdown in impact fee revenues used to pay for growth-related projects. Even so, the capital plan includes several high-profile projects for FY 2012, including the widening of Lake Pleasant Parkway north of West Wing Parkway and the construction of the city’s second community park at 83rd and Olive avenues.

For a complete list of the capital improvement projects (CIP), and a copy of the proposed fiscal year 2012 budget, visit www.peoriaaz.gov/budget or call 623-773-7346.

At $477 million, the city’s 10-year capital improvement program is smaller than in recent years.

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Peoria Is Making Connections With New Trail Segments Linking Existing Ones, City Will Have 10 Miles of Continuous Path Peoria recently completed the New River Trail segment between Bell Road and Union Hills Drive.

Coupled with an underpass connection at Grand Avenue that will be done by the end of summer, it means Peoria citizens will enjoy more than 10 miles of continuous trail from Olive Avenue in the south to Williams Road in the north.

Since the trail makes connections under the roads/ bridges traveled by vehicles, users won’t come into conflict with automobile traffic.

City trails can be used from dawn to dusk but are not lighted for evening use. Motorized vehicles are prohibited, with the exception of motorized devices for people with disabilities. The trail has been designed per Americans with Disabilities Act standards. Horses and their riders also are welcome on the trails.

“The important thing to remember is to share the trail system with everyone, no matter whether they are riding a bike or horse; running or walking; or rolling on skateboards or rollerblades,” says Peoria Parks Manager Kirk Haines. “The trail has been designed to accommodate all non-motorized uses.”

It is a green alternative that enables users to reduce their carbon footprints while improving their health and fitness.

“The City Council has made it a priority to develop a trail system that our citizens can safely enjoy for recreation and fitness,” Haines says, “or just to use your bicycle instead of an automobile to get to your favorite restaurant or to a baseball game at the Peoria Sports Complex.”

So What’s Next?

Completing the New River Trail underpass at Grand Avenue and the railroad is huge milestone. That will link to two more miles of trail southward to Olive Avenue. Later this year, the city will begin construction of an underpass planned at Olive.

Peoria also is planning to build another mile south to Northern Avenue in 2012.

Peoria also is working with Glendale to extend the trail further south, under Northern Avenue and on to Glendale’s Grand Canal Trail. To the north, there are plans to extend the trail toward Happy Valley Road to connect with Terramar. Once those segments are completed, there will be more than 13 miles of trail along the New River channel and no conflicts with vehicular traffic. Since the Skunk Creek wash trail is already complete, Peoria will be tied in fully to Glendale, Phoenix and Scottsdale trails.

Ideas for Skunk Creek Wash Peoria also plans to build a parking area and trailhead just southeast of where the Skunk Creek trail passes under 83rd Avenue. From there, users will able to access Rio Vista Community Park and the New River Trail to the southwest, as well Glendale trails to the northeast – and Phoenix and Scottsdale trails beyond. The trailhead is designed to provide parking areas for equestrian users who pull horse trailers, but anyone will be able park in the lot and access the trail from this location.

Also on the drawing board is a parallel trail on the north side of the Skunk Creek wash that will allow pedestrian access to the practice fields at the Peoria Sports Complex, and complete a loop around the Skunk Creek wash between 83rd and 75th avenues.

Parks to Enhance Oldtown, Three Neighborhoods Osuna Park, the gateway to Oldtown Peoria from Grand Avenue, is receiving some renovations and additions. Bordered by Grand to the north, 83rd Avenue to the east, Washington Street to the south and the Peoria Center for the Performing Arts on the west, the park will double in size and provide a gathering space for events in historic Oldtown.

There will be a circular staging area for outdoor activities, restrooms, public art and a rose garden to acknowledge Peoria’s rich agricultural history.

The goal is to complete the upgrades to Osuna Park in time for Peoria’s end-of-the-year Holiday Festival in Oldtown.

Peoria also is moving forward with the construction of three new neighborhood parks scheduled for completion by the end of the year: • S cotland Yard Park, located southwest of Scotland and 91st avenues, is scheduled to open in September. The park will feature basketball and tennis courts, playgrounds, picnic shelters, an off-leash dog area and an orchard with a variety of citrus plants. The park also will have low-water-use turf areas and landscaping.

• P alo Verde Park, located in Terramar, is under construction. Scheduled for fall completion, it will feature playgrounds, picnic areas and two basketball half courts among its amenities. This particular site is rich with cultural resources that will be preserved and protected amid recreational use of the park.

• P eoria will start work this summer on a second park in Vistancia, along Westland Drive and adjacent to Lake Pleasant Elementary School.

The park will have playgrounds, picnic areas and a lighted perimeter walking path – as well as lighted basketball courts on the school grounds.

FOR MORE INFORMATION Contact the Community Services Department at 623-773-7137 or visit www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation

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Economic Development Focuses on Entertainment District Boutique Hotel, Conference Center, Baseball Academy Among Possibilities FOR MORE INFORMATION Contact the Economic Development Services Department at 623-773-7735 or visit www.peoriaed.com

Peoria is pursuing a number of economic development projects involving the Entertainment District around 83rd Avenue south of Bell Road.

The city is working with Gensler, a global architecture, design, planning and consulting firm, on ways to enhance the Entertainment District as a destination. Gensler was in the news recently for being selected to design a proposed football stadium and events center in downtown Los Angeles.

For Peoria, Gensler will sift through research, interviews and survey results to discern key elements for the Entertainment District’s identity.

Once the identity is finalized, Gensler will look at ways to redesign the area, with an eye toward improving connectivity and walkability.

Another initiative involving the Entertainment District is the 17-acre Sports Complex redevelopment project. The Peoria Sports Complex Urban Design Plan adopted by the City Council in July 2010 features a mixed-use concept to replace the surface parking on the east side of 83rd Avenue.

The city did a public solicitation for a mixed-use

project, and a local developer teamed up with a financial partner to submit a concept incorporating public open space, dining, entertainment venues and retail with a boutique hotel and conference center. The first phase of the project will be two parking garages at the Sports Complex to compensate for the loss of surface parking.

There is good news about the vacant site of the former Chili Davis Premier Baseball on Paradise Lane.

A group called It’s All in the Game is in the process of purchasing the building to open a baseball academy focusing on player development. The company has extensive experience in sports medicine and is looking to open its doors this summer.

Small Business Peoria’s expanded small-business program is offering a seminar on financing in July and one on client retention in August. These are free and open to anyone.

For more information or to register, please contact Debbie Pearson at debbie.pearson@peoriaaz.gov or call 623-773-5210.

The Peoria Sports Complex Urban Design Plan adopted by the City Council in July 2010 features a mixed-use concept to replace the surface parking on the east side of 83rd Avenue.

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Peoria’s Population Grows by 42 Percent in 10 Years 2010 Census Data Shows a Slowing in Growth According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Peoria’s population sits at 154,065, compared to 108,364 in 2000. The city of Peoria continues to gain population, but at a slower rate than in past decades. The numbers released include population, housing, and ethnicity data for Arizona, including specific numbers by county and municipality. The information was gathered during the decennial census conducted on April 1, 2010.

Of the 20 largest cities in Arizona, 12 are in Maricopa County. Maricopa County’s population was 3,817,117, representing an increase of 744,968 people, a 24.2 percent increase in population since Census 2000.

The numbers indicate that the 10 largest cities in Maricopa County include Phoenix (1,445,632), Mesa (439,041), Chandler (236,123), Glendale (226,721), Scottsdale (217,385), Gilbert (208,453), Tempe (161,719), Peoria (154,065), Surprise (117,517), and Avondale (76,238). In terms of total growth by percentage, Buckeye was the fastestgrowing community in the Maricopa region, adding 44,339 people since 2000 for a growth rate of 678 percent.

The Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) is working to summarize the data in a series of tables that will be uploaded to the Web as they become available at www.MAGcensus.com.

Datasets will include: • 2010 Census Population and Housing Summary • Population and Housing Unit Change: 2000 to 2010 •

Population Ranking

• 2010 Census Population by Race and Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity • Detail Tables for Population by Race and Hispanic/Latino Ethnicity • 2010 Census Population by Age (0-17 years; 18 years and Over) The U.S. Constitution requires a complete count of the population every 10 years. Additional information is available on the Census Bureau’s website at http://2010.census.gov/news/releases/ operations/cb11-cn76.html.

According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Peoria’s population sits at 154,065.

FOR MORE INFORMATION Visit www.2010census.gov

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News Bulletins Don’t Let Your Landscaping Soak You This Summer Helpful Website Provides Tips for Designing Irrigation Systems

FOR MORE NEWS Visit www.peoriaaz.gov/news or watch Cox Cable Channel 11.

“Water – Use It Wisely,” a campaign to show Arizonans how to conserve, has several tools on its website (www.wateruseitwisely.com) to help folks properly design their drip-irrigation systems to save time and money.

extending micro-tubing (spaghetti line) more than 6 feet from the poly tubing.

Visit www.wateruseitwisely.com for more tips on outdoor water use and landscaping. On the site, one also can sign up to receive a monthly watersaving tip.

For a free water-conservation packet, call 623773-7286 or visit conserve.peoriaaz.gov.

In the “Outdoor Tips” section, there is a “Landscape Watering Guide” that offers valuable suggestions for designing an efficient system that will promote overall plant health and a thriving landscape. Here are a few tips pertaining to drip systems:

‘Arizona Artists’ Exhibit Featured in City Hall Gallery

• Ask questions when buying irrigation components. Most irrigation stores specializing in irrigation parts have qualified staff members who can help design an irrigation system.

The second exhibit to be spotlighted in Peoria’s City Hall Gallery is “Arizona Artists” – with pieces from the West Valley Art Museum’s permanent collection. The show, which runs through July 28, is one of many city activities marking the Arizona Centennial, which is Feb. 14, 2012.

• Hire a Smartscape Trained Professional.

Smartscape graduates have 20 hours of specialized professional landscape training in irrigation, plant material, planting, design, plant problems and pest management. Visit www.amwua.org for a list of Smartscape landscapers.

For Do-It-Yourselfers, there are a few other things to keep in mind: • Use separate valves for turf and plant areas.

Group plants with similar water needs on the same valve. Accommodate different watering needs by using multiple valves. Trees should be on a separate valve from shrubs and groundcover.

• Install backflow prevention. A properly installed anti-siphon/vacuum breaker assembly prevents dirt, fertilizer or other hazardous substances from contaminating drinking water.

• Avoid oddly shaped or narrow turf areas.

When an area is less than 10-feet wide, it’s difficult to avoid wasting water.

• Install enough emitters to wet the root zone.

At maturity, large trees may require 12 or more emitters. Small or newly planted trees may need only three-to-five emitters.

• Try not to install more than 200 feet of poly tubing from valve to end cap, or a total flow of 200 gallons per hour per valve. Avoid

Show Is First Under Partnership Between Peoria, West Valley Art Museum

Curated by Lori Toczek and George Palovich, the exhibit includes some of the best-known names in Arizona art from the past 100 years. Sculptor George Phippen is represented by his bronze sculpture of Father Keno. Internationally known painter, printmaker and sculptor Fritz Scholder; painter and sculptor John Dawson; painter Ann Coe; painter Earl Linderman and many others will round out the display.

In April 2010, Peoria agreed to provide safe, secure storage for the museum’s 1,651-object art collection. The museum had been seeking a place for its $1.5 million collection of Arizona art, ethnic dress and international fine prints since the financially driven sale of its building in December 2009.

Additional exhibits are planned under the partnership between the city and museum.

For more information on the museum and its collection, visit www.wvam.org.

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City Upgrades Online Sales-Tax Filing for Businesses

Peoria Gives Children Options for Summer Fun

Peoria has overhauled e~Tax, its online taxreporting system for businesses.

Peoria’s Community Services Department offers a wide variety of summer programs suitable for kids of all ages.

Following recent changes, users who visit etax. peoriaaz.gov can: • Experience an interface that looks more like the familiar city website; •

Opt out of receiving paper returns; and

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Set up automated payments.

Users also can apply for business licenses, file sales-tax returns and make payments. Business users also may view their account statements, access information on their licenses and review limited past filing information.

Businesses taking advantage of the e~Tax upgrades can speed up the filing process and reduce their paper use. Online filing also leaves less room for error since clients input their information directly into the system. And since city workers no longer need to input data from tax returns, it frees up staff time for other duties.

“It’s really a win-win-win scenario,” says Peoria’s Finance Director Brent Mattingly. “e~Tax is now more convenient for users and more costeffective for the city – plus, cutting down on paper was another step Peoria could take toward sustainability, which benefits us all.”

Peoria has allowed businesses to file their sales taxes online since 2005. It was the first Arizona city to do so.

The Tiny Tots, Summer Rec Drop-In and Step Out program all offer daily arts and games activities.

There are optional field trips for an additional cost.

All operate weekdays from May 23 through July 14 and cost $60 for residents; $100 for nonresidents.

• Tiny Tots is for children ages 4-5. Locations include Peoria and Parkridge elementary schools.

• The Summer Rec Drop In program is for rising first- through fifth-graders. “Drop-in” means the children may leave at anytime without permission. Locations include Cotton Boll, Country Meadows, Coyote Hills, Desert Harbor, Oasis, Sky View and Vistancia elementary schools.

• The Step Out program is for youths ages 10-15. Locations are Sunrise Mountain, Peoria and Centennial high schools.

Summer Camp Summer Camp provides arts and crafts; science projects; group games; and weekly field trips included in the cost for children ages 5-14. Last year, field trips included movies, swimming, the circus, Oasis gymnastics and a Phoenix Mercury women’s professional basketball game. Program hours are Monday through Friday, 6 a.m. to 6 p.m., from May 20 through Aug, 5. Locations include Alta Loma, Cheyenne, Frontier, Oakwood, Parkridge, Paseo Verde, and Zuni Hills elementary schools.

Summer Camp is $24 per day or $100 per week for residents and non-residents.

For more information about these programs or to register, contact the Community Services Department at 623-773-7137 or e-mail communityservices@peoriaaz.gov.

FOR MORE NEWS Visit www.peoriaaz.gov/news or watch Cox Cable Channel 11.

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Peoria Community Services Recreation Programs, Sports Complex, Arts, Library and Parks COMMUNITY SERVICES STAFF

J.P. Accepts New Job in California Thank You Peoria Citizens,

(623) 773-7137 Brenda Rehnke Recreation Manager Kirk Haines Parks Manager Chris Calcaterra Sports Facilities Manager David Hunenberg Library Manager

After 28 plus years as your Community Services Director, I have accepted a new position with the City of Mountain View, California beginning April 15th. I will miss so many of you and especially working with our great staff in providing quality facilities, programs and services for all of our citizens and guests.

I have so many treasured memories from building new parks and facilities to expanding library services, starting new recreation programs, to Spring Training expansion in Arizona.

I had the privilege and opportunity to work with so many excellent City Councils and I thank Mayors Tang, Travers, Forgia, Keegan and Barrett for their support.

In addition, thank you to our wonderful citizen volunteers from our Parks and Recreation, Library, Youth, Veterans and Arts Boards and Commissions. Our success is also based on the participation of our wonderful Friends of the Library and Peoria Diamond Club. Our programs are exemplary due to our volunteer youth coaches and all our great volunteers at our special events, swim meets, senior programs, adaptive programs, library services and park watch.

We implemented a lot of great programs over the years because of the support of our partners, like the Peoria Unified School District, Little League, Pop Warner and soccer organizations, the Peoria Boys and Girls Club, Theater Works, and so many others whose mission is to serve our Peoria citizens.

Finally, I would just like to say thank you for the opportunity to serve you and I am humbled and thankful for all the great memories.

J.P.

J.P. de la Montaigne Director Pictured NRPA Gold Medal Finalist Award for Excellence in Parks and Recreation Management

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Rio Vista Recreation Center

Taking Community Wellness to the Next Level…

Pass Rates Hours of Operation Daily

Peoria Resident Rate

Youth (5-18yrs)

$3

Adult (19+yrs)

$5

Senior (62+yrs)

$4

Monthly

NO Contract

Youth (5-18yrs)

$15

Adult (19+yrs)

$25

Senior (62+yrs)

$20

2 Person*

$40

Family**

$50

3 Month

10% Savings

Youth (5-18yrs)

$42

Adult (19+yrs)

$67

Senior (62+yrs)

$54

2 Person*

$108

Family**

$135

Amenities – included with Pass • Gymnasium • Group Fitness Classes (20+ classes a week) • Climbing Wall • Child Watch Area (Nominal Fee) • Racquetball/Wallyball Courts • Video Game Room • Incentive Programs/Activities • Indoor Track

Summer Activities for Teens & Adults!

6 Month 1 month FREE included in the price Youth (5-18yrs)

$75

Adult (19+yrs)

$125

Senior (62+yrs)

$100

2 Person*

$200

Family**

$250

Yearly

Monthly

$135

$11.25

Adult (19+yrs)

$225

$18.75

Senior (62+yrs)

$180

$15

2 Person*

$360

$30

Family**

$450

$37.50

Corporate***

$1500

N/A

Youth (5-18yrs)

Walk Rio Vista’s Indoor Track and Win Prizes! Summer Walking Incentive Programs for Ages 8 and older L.E.A.N. Teens is BACK! A new and improved format is focused on lifestyle changes and making healthy decisions. See the front desk for more information. Drop the Excuses, Drop the Weight- Join Rio Vista’s weight-loss program!

Program Includes: Personal Training sessions, Nutritional Consultations, Monthly Support Meetings, Weekly Encouragement emails and Prizes. Pick up information at the Front Desk!

FOR INFORMATION ABOUT THE RIO VISTA RECREATION CENTER 8866-A W. Thunderbird Rd. Peoria, AZ 85381 Inside Rio Vista Comm. Park (623) 773-8600 Jackie Stanley Rio Vista Manager Jackie.Stanley@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8626 Please visit our website at www.peoriaaz.gov/riovista

Climbing Wall, Badminton, Volleyball, Wallyball, Jump Rope Clinics, Racquetball, Free Movies on Tuesdays, Special Events & many more indoor activities!

Birthday Party Packages

Annual 3 FREE months included in the price

Monday-Friday 6am-10pm Saturday 8am-10pm Sunday Noon-8pm Hours may vary on holidays

Are you looking for an awesome location for a birthday party? Look no further! The Rio Vista Recreation Center is a 51,000 sq. ft. facility set with Basketball Courts, 25 ft Rock Wall, Game Room, Racquetball Courts and much more! Packages are available for any size party; please call 623-773-8600 for details.

Kids Fitness Activities * FREE with a Rio Vista Pass * Climbing Wall Challenges co-sponsored by Credit Union West Prizes awarded each month.

O.T.C. Fit Club co-sponsored by Universal Athletic Daily classes and events for ages 8 -12, Rewards for participation, Year-round program! Required orientations held Wednesdays at 7pm.

Non-Resident Rate = 20% additional * 2 people living in the same household ** Up to 6 people living in the same household ***Corporate rate includes up to 10 employees

No Sign-up Fees!

Stop in for a tour!

623-878-1900

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Summer Sampler

Reveal your hidden talents…. Recreate!

Try a Class for Free at Rio Vista Recreation Center

Sponsored by: The City of Peoria’s Special Interest Class Program

Youth & Adults! • Meet instructors • On-site registration Each demo runs 45 minutes • Try it before you buy it!

Drawings for $5 class registration credit www.PeoriaAz.gov/Classes • 623.773.8600

Monday, May 16

Tuesday, May 17

Wednesday, May 18 Creative Writing For Junior Authors (ages 12-15)

4:00pm-5:00pm

6:00pm-6:45pm

One-Stroke Painting (ages 13+)

Right Brain Drawing (ages 16+)

6:30pm-7:15pm

Hip Hop Dance for BOYS (ages 7-14)

EZ Faux Painting Techniques (ages 16+)

7:30pm-8:15pm

Swing Dance (ages 16+)

Tai Chi Basics (ages 18+)

Belly Dancing (ages 18+)

All classes held at Rio Vista Recreation Center • 8866 W. Thunderbird Road, Peoria

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Before and After School Program AM/PM Program 2011-2012

REGISTERING YOUR CHILD Where to receive a registration packet and register:

AM/PM Program offers a well-rounded program in a safe and secure environment located on elementary campuses.

All sites are licensed through the Department of Health Services (DHS). Department of Economic Security (DES) funding is available by calling (602) 771-0014.

AM/PM Recreation Program Sites: Aug. 15-May 24 Open during program hours

Program Dates

Aug. 15-May 24

AM Program

6am-School opening

PM Program

School closing to 6pm

Early Release & Parent Teacher Conference

Program will be provided on these days at main school dismissal

Locations

21 PUSD elementary schools located within the Peoria city limits.

Participates

Kindergarten-14 years of age

Safety

A parent or authorized person on the Emergency Form MUST sign the child in and out of the program.

Fees $30 non-refundable

registration fee plus the first

week’s usage fee and a deposit

due at the time of registration.

Fee Schedule available after July 8.

Walk-In & Mail-In Registration: Mail-In To address below; allow 3-5 days to receive

and process Summer Camp Locations

(See Summer Camp page.)

6am-6pm, May 23-July 28

Closed May 30 & July 4 Walk-In

Community Services Department 9875 N. 85th Ave., Peoria, AZ 85345 Monday-Thursday, 7am-6pm

Peoria Community Center 8335 W. Jefferson, Peoria, AZ 85345 Monday-Thursday, 8am-7:30pm Friday, 8am-5pm

COMPLETING THE AM/PM PACKET 1. Registration Form Read and sign the waiver and the program guidelines/policies 2. Fee Attendance Contract Complete method of payment, initial and read the back contract 3. Emergency Information Form Must be FULLY complete, front and back, NO blanks, exact address used, must have 4 contacts; two with different addresses and phone numbers from each other and parents and a copy of child’s current immunization record.

For more information please go to www.peoriaaz.gov/ampm

Lil Learner’s All Day Preschool Peoria Lil’ Learner’s provides an opportunity for children to participate in a variety of activities and expand education, social and developmental skills in a supervised and secure environment. The program is licensed by the department of Health Services.

Program Fees: A $30 non-refundable registration fee is required for all participants at the time of enrollment.

Registration will be accepted any time during the year based on availability. Check our website for participation fees.

Children 3 1/2 – 5 years old. Children must be able to toilet themselves. No pull-ups.

Location:

Registration is ongoing, based on availability. Program runs year-round, Monday – Friday, 6am – 6pm

Sunrise Family Center, 21303 N. 86th Dr., Peoria, AZ 85382 W. of Sunrise High School

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT Registration Information (623) 773-7137 Billing (623) 773-7505 (623) 773-7139 Liz Bearden Recreation Supervisor Liz.Bearden@peoriaaz.gov (602) 773-7133 Gus Brown Recreation Coordinator Gus.Brown@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7688 Kathleen Kresl Recreation Coordinator Kathleen.Kresl@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7108

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Summer Camp Program Summer Camp is an extension of the AM/PM program with field trips and activities that keep the children busy throughout the day in a safe and secure environment. A morning and afternoon snack will be provided. A parent or authorized person on the “Emergency Form” MUST sign the child in and out of the program. ID will be requested.

Summer Camp is licensed by the Department of Health Services (DHS) and funding is offered through Department of Economic Security (DES) for those who qualify. Call DES at 602-771-0014 for information.

SUMMER SCHOOL RATE: The Summer Camp Program offers a reduced daily rate (see below) for children who are registered and attending Summer School with the Peoria Unified School District. The Summer School rate is given only on the days the child is in attendance at their summer school class. For more information on summer schools please go to the Peoria Unified School District’s website at www.peoriaud.k12.az.us.

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT Registration Information (623) 773-7137 Billing (623) 773-7505 (623) 773-7139 Liz Bearden Recreation Supervisor Liz.Bearden@peoriaaz.gov (602) 773-7133 Gus Brown Recreation Coordinator Gus.Brown@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7688 Kathleen Kresl Recreation Coordinator Kathleen.Kresl@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7108

LUNCH: Children need to bring a non-perishable lunch each day they attend, unless the following options are used.

•

Special Lunch - offered every Friday for $4 from a variety of vendors; Barros, Sonic, Quizno’s, etc.

• Lunch Program - use the lunch program through the Peoria Food and Nutrition Department for a cost of $2.75 per day, Mon.-Th. / $14.50 per week, Mon. - Fri. •

“Summer Food Program” - offers free breakfast and lunch, Mon- Th., at Alta Loma and Cheyenne

FIELD TRIPS: They are scheduled daily with the calendar available on-line starting April 20. Review site calendar daily for updates or talk to the site leader for information. Please arrive 45 minutes before departure time so your child does not miss the trip.

Swim Lessons at City of Peoria pools are available to the participants at Summer Camp. Registered participants will be bussed to/from lessons. Registration information is available in the registration packet, on-line or at the site.

Age

5 yrs. old & entering Kindergarten – 14 years old

When

May 20- August 5; Monday – Friday; 6am- 6pm (Closed May 30 and July 4)

Location

Alta Loma – 9750 N 87th Ave., Peoria, AZ 85345 Cheyenne – 11806 W. Butler Dr., Peoria, AZ 85345 Frontier – 21268 N. 81st Ave., Peoria, AZ 85392 Sundance – 7051 W. Cholla Peoria, AZ 85345 Parkridge – 9970 W. Beardsley Rd., Peoria, AZ 85382 Paseo Verde- 7880 W. Greenway Rd., Peoria, AZ 85381 Zuni Hills – 10851 W. Williams Rd., Sun City, Peoria, AZ 85373

Fee

$30 non-refundable registration fee, plus first week payment and last week deposit.

Fee includes on-site activities, field trips, morning and afternoon snack Weekly Fee Schedule

1 Day

2 Day

3 Day

4 Day

5 Day

$24

$48

$72

$96

$100

$15

$30

Summer School Rate $45

$60

$75

COMPLETING THE SUMMER CAMP PACKET 1. Registration Form Read and sign Waiver of Liability, Photo Release, Field Trip Permission Slip, Quick Pay and Electronic Transfer and the program guidelines/policies. Initial acknowledgment on sunscreen.

2. E mergency Information Form Fully complete, front and back (no blanks). Use exact addresses and phone numbers. Attach a copy of child’s immunization records.

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Tiny Tots Summer Recreation Tiny Tots is a recreational based program, licensed by the department of Health Services (DHS). The program offers a variety of daily activities with field trips and/or special on site activities for an additional fee. Children may attend days and times that are convenient for the parent and child. A parent or authorized person on the “Emergency Form” MUST sign the child in and out of the program. ID will be requested. Registration packets are available online.

LUNCH: Children need to bring a non-perishable lunch each day they attend, unless the following options are used.

•

Special Lunch - offered every Friday for $4 from a variety of vendors; Barros, Sonic, Quizno’s, etc.

• Parkridge Elementary - use the lunch program through the Peoria Food and Nutrition Department for a cost of $2.75 per day, Mon.-Th. / $14.50 per week, Mon. - Fri. •

Peoria Elementary - “Summer Food Program” offers free breakfast and lunch, Mon- Th.

FIELD TRIPS: They are scheduled daily with the calendar available on-line starting May 13. Review site calendar daily for updates or talk to the site leader for information. Please arrive at 8am or 45 minutes before departure time so your child does not miss the trip. No refunds are given for missed trips.

TRIP COUPONS: Field Trip Coupons are available to use to allow parents to pay ahead alleviating standing in line daily to sign up and pay for the field trips. You can pay for a few days or 1-2 weeks at a time.

Fee

$60/Res.; $100/Non-Res. (Includes T-shirt and AM snack) All field trips and some special activities are an additional fee and are optional.

Age

4 and 5 year olds

When

May 23- July 14; Monday – Friday; 8am- 2pm (Closed May 30 and July 4)

Location Peoria Elementary, 11501 N. 79th Ave

Parkridge Elementary, 9970 W Beardsley Rd.

COMPLETING THE TINY TOTS PACKET

1. Registration Form -Read and sign Waiver of Liability, Photo Release, and the program guidelines/policies.

Initial acknowledgment on sunscreen.

2. Emergency Information Form - Fully complete, front and back (no blanks). Use exact addresses and phone numbers. Attach a copy of child’s immunization records.

A parent letter will be emailed out for those who provide a valid email address on their registration. The letter will contain basic program information, the first weeks of coupons and a schedule of the main field trips. Please do not call to have your child placed in a specific group at Parkridge. Children are placed the day they arrive and will need consent of the parent to be moved to another room. Peoria doesn’t utilize a group system.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND WHERE TO REGISTER AM/PM Program Al sites; through May 18 during program hours Website http://recreation.peoriaaz.gov Camp Sites Starting Monday, May 23 Mail-In To first address listed below; allow 3-5 days to receive and process Walk-In Registration at: Community Services Dept.

9875 N. 85th Ave., Peoria, AZ 85345 M-Th – 7am-6pm Peoria Community Center 8335 W. Jefferson, Peoria, AZ 85345 M-Th – 8am-7:30pm; Fri – 8am-5pm Liz Bearden Recreation Supervisor Liz.Bearden@peoriaaz.gov (602) 773-7133 Gus Brown Recreation Coordinator Gus.Brown@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7688 Kathleen Kresl Recreation Coordinator Kathleen.Kresl@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7108

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Summer Recreation - Grades 1-5 Summer Recreation – Grades 1-5 is a DROP-IN PROGRAM which means...

Children may sign themselves in and out of the program at anytime during program hours including those that arrive on the bus shuttle.

If this is not a program for you and you need extended hours see our licensed Summer Camp program. Summer Recreation offers a full schedule of on-site activities and daily field trips.

FIELD TRIPS: They are scheduled daily with the calendar available on-line starting April 28. Review site calendar daily for updates or talk to the site leader for information. Please arrive at 8am or 45 minutes before departure time so your child does not miss the trip. No refunds are given for missed trips. See following page for trip information.

LUNCH: Children need to bring a non-perishable lunch each day they attend, unless the following options are used.

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation

• Special Lunch - offered every Friday for $4 from a variety of vendors; Barros, Sonic, Quizno’s, etc.

• “Summer Food Program” offers free breakfast and lunch at qualifying sites, Mon- Th. Check www.peoriaaz.gov/ recreation for sites that will be offering this program.

Fee

$60/Residents; $100/Non-Residents (Includes T-shirt) All field trips and some special activities are an additional fee and are optional

Age

Children going into Grades 1-5

TeleReg (623) 773-7725

When

May 23- July 14; Monday – Friday; 8am- 2:30pm (Closed May 30 and July 4)

Billing (623) 773-7505 (623) 773-7139

Country Meadows – 8409 N. 111th Ave. Peoria, AZ 85345

Coyote Hills- 21180 N 87th Ave. Peoria, AZ 85382

Desert Harbor – 15585 N. 91st Ave. Peoria, AZ 85381

Oasis – 7841 W. Sweetwater Peoria, AZ 85381

Oakwood- 12900 N. 71st Ave. Peoria, AZ 85381

Vistancia – 30009 Sunrise Point, Peoria, AZ 8583

Liz Bearden Recreation Supervisor Liz.Bearden@peoriaaz.gov (602) 773-7133 Gus Brown Recreation Coordinator Gus.Brown@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7688 Kathleen Kresl Recreation Coordinator Kathleen.Kresl@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7108

Location Cotton Boll – 8540 W. Butler Dr. Peoria, AZ 85345

SPECIAL NEEDS: If your child has a disability that would necessitate some assistance and is not using DDD funding please call Kathleen Kresl at 623-773-7108. Children attending the program must be able to toilet, dress and feed themselves independently.

LATE PICK-UPS: The late pick-up policy is strictly enforced. Please make arrangements for your child to be picked up by 2:30pm.

BUS SHUTTLES: Shuttles are available at the schools that do not have a Summer Recreation, Grades 1-5 Program.

Please be on time for pick ups and drop offs as shuttles are not able to wait for children to arrive or be picked up.

Make arrangements at drop off for someone to be there if your child needs assistance getting home.

SHUTTLE PICK-UP TIMES & DROP- OFF: Participants must be registered for the program before getting on the bus.

Please be in front of the school office by 7:40am to wait for the bus. Bus will return approximately at 2:30pm. Please allow time for late departures in the pm due to unexpected issues. If you register after May 30 and will be using the shuttle service, call the Recreation site and they will notify the shuttle for pick-up. See website for site phone numbers(available May23).

Shuttle Bus Schedule Alta Loma, Ira Murphy & Santa Fe to Cotton Boll Sun Valley to

Country Meadows

Zuni Hills & Parkridge to

Coyote Hills

Apache & Frontier

Desert Harbor

SkyView & Peoria to

Oasis

Cheyenne, Sundance & Paseo Verde to Oakwood Lake Pleasant to

Vistancia

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Summer Recreation Grades 1-5 Daily Trips & Packages June Fun Package

Field trips are scheduled daily. They can be purchased individually at the site or summer packages can be bought at discounted rates. Transportation and supervision is provided for all field trips. Course #’s and locations are in the chart below. ALL PASSES ARE NON-TRASFERABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE once the program starts.

June fun package includes four different trips that can be purchased as a package deal or individually.

Swim Package

Fee $36 Package When Thur., May 26 - Exclusive practice with the Mercury players @ Cent. High School - $7/ individual

Swim pass includes 1 hour of swimming at one of the cities three pools

Thur., May 31 - Olympic fun with the Mercury @ the US Airways arena - $12 individual

Fee $11 / Package (13 days) or $1/trip When Mondays & Wednesdays, May 24-July 14

Mon., June 6, 13, 20 - *Jump Street - Indoor Trampoline Park - $10 individual

Combo Package

Thur., June 9, 16, 30 - *Oasis Gymnastics – Tumbling, Jumping and climbing - $7 individual

Field trips are scheduled on a rotating basis for the following vendors: Wazee’s World-Laser Tag and Cosmic golf - 2 hours for 1-2 games of Laser Tag, a game of Cosmic Golf and use of inflatables. Bowling - 1 ½ hours of bowling including shoe rental. Peter Piper - 1 ½ hours, includes 2 slices of pizza, unlimited drinks and 2 tokens.

Fee

Fee

July Fun Package July fun package includes four different trips that can be purchased as a package deal or individually.

$48 / Package (7 days) or $7/trip - Bowling & Peter Piper (5x’s), $10/trip - Wazee’s (2x’s)

$51 / Package (7 days) or $7/trip - Bowling &

Peter Piper (4x’s), $10/trip - Wazee’s (3x’s) When Tuesdays, May 24-July 12

Roller Skating Package

The “BIG” Summer Package includes the Swim Package, Combo Package, Roller Skating Package, Movie Package and the June and July Fun Packages at a discounted rate. This is our best deal by far. This package only includes what is listed not any additional food or trips that may be scheduled.

Movies (G or PG) at Harkins Theaters at Arrowhead Fountain 18 or Park West 14 will include a Snack Pack of popcorn, drink and candy.

Fee $44 / Package (7 days) or $7/trip ($9, May 27) When Fridays, June 3- July 8

$ 60 Residents $100 Non-Residents

Wed., June 29 - Diamondbacks vs. Indians @12:40(extended day until 4:00) - $12 Individual

Big Summer Package

Movie Package

Supply Fee:

When Thur., June 23 - Barnum and Bailey’s Circus $18.00 Individual

Thur., July 14 - New Release Movie @ Harkins Theater - $9.00 Individual

Fee $35 / Package (6 days) or $7/trip When Wednesdays, May 25-July 13 (June 29 & July 13

not included)

Fee

$47 Package

Thur., July 7 - Charlie and the Chocolate Factory Play @ Broadway Theatre - $8 Individual

Two hours at Great Skate, includes skate rental, a slice of pizza & drink.

School Name

*See your site for the specific date and time

Fee:

$210 Package

Cotton Boll

Country Meadows

Coyote Hills

Desert Harbor

Oasis

Oakwood

Vistancia

64744

64741

64742

64740

64749

64743

64746

Swimming Package

$11

64787

64763

64771

64755

64804

64779

64795

Combo Package Wazee’s World, Bowling & Peter Piper Pizza

$48

64785

///

64769

64753

64802

///

///

Increased fee due to these sites going to Wazee’s 3x’s during the 8 week rotation.

$51

///

64761

///

///

///

64777

64793

Roller Skating Package

$35

64788

64764

64772

64756

64805

64780

64796

Movie Package

$44

64782

64758

64766

64750

64798

64774

64790

June Fun Package

$36

64783

64759

64767

64751

64800

64775

64791

July Fun Package

$47

64784

64760

64768

64752

64801

64776

64792

BIG Summer Package

$210

64786

64762

64770

64754

64803

64778

64794

REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND WHERE TO REGISTER RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation Summer Recreation Sites Starting Monday, May 23 Mail-In To first address listed below; allow 3-5 days to receive and process Walk-In Registration at: Community Services Dept.

9875 N. 85th Ave. Peoria, AZ 85345 M-Th – 7am-6pm Peoria Community Center 8335 W. Jefferson Peoria, AZ 85345 M-Th – 8am-7:30pm; Fri – 8am-5pm

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Teen Programs Step Out Teen Summer Recreation Step Out Teen Summer Recreation – Grades 6-9 is a DROP-IN PROGRAM which means children may sign themselves in and out of the program at anytime during program hours including those that arrive on the bus shuttle. Step Out offers a full schedule of on-site activities and daily field trips.

Field Trips are scheduled daily with the calendar available on-line starting April 28. Review site calendar daily for updates or talk to the site leader for information. Please arrive at 8am or 45 minutes before departure time so your child does not miss the trip. No refunds are given for missed trips.

Children need to bring a non-perishable lunch each day they attend, unless the following options are used.

• Special Lunch - offered every Friday for $4 from a variety of vendors; Barros, Sonic, Quizno’s, etc.

• “Summer Food Program” offers free breakfast and lunch at Peoria High School only, Mon- Th.

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT

Fee $60/Res.; $100/Non-Res. (Includes T-shirt) All field trips and some special activities are an additional fee and are optional Age

Youth going into Grades 6-9

When May 23- July 14; Monday – Friday; 8am- 2:30pm (Closed May 30 and July 4)

RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7137

Kevin Naughton Teen Supervisor Kevin.Naughton@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8627 Kelli Kincaid-Broady Recreation Coordinator Kelli.Kincaid-broady@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7178

Location Peoria High School, 11200 N. 83rd Ave, Peoria AZ 85345 Sunrise Mountain High School, 21200 N. 83rd Ave., Peoria AZ 85382 Centennial High School, 14388 N. 79th Ave, Peoria AZ 85381 SPECIAL NEEDS: If your child has a disability that would necessitate some assistance and is not using DDD funding please call Kathleen Kresl at 623-773-7108.

LATE PICK-UPS: The late pick-up policy is strictly enforced. Please make arrangements for your child to be picked up by 2:30pm.

BUS SHUTTLES: Shuttles are available are available from all PUSD elementary schools within Peoria city limits. Please be on time for pick ups and drop offs as shuttles are not able to wait for children to arrive or be picked up. Make arrangements at drop off for someone to be there if your child needs assistance getting home.

SHUTTLE PICK-UP TIMES & DROP- OFF: Participants must be registered for the program before getting on the bus.

Please be in front of the school office by 7:45am to wait for the bus. Bus will return approximately at 2:30pm. Please allow time for late departures in the pm due to unexpected issues. If you register after May 30 and will be using the shuttle service, call the Recreation site and they will notify the shuttle for pick-up. See website for site phone numbers (available May 23).

School Name Registration Fee:

Fee

Sunrise

Peoria

Centennial

$60 Res./ $100 Non-Res.

64633

65634

64635

Swimming Package

$7

64641

64640

64639

Movie Package

$49

64638

64637

64636

Werx A

$150

64644

64643

64642

Werx B

$150

64645

64647

64646

BUS SHUTTLE SCHEDULE: Peoria High School will shuttle participants from Cheyenne, Ira Murphy, Santa Fe, Country Meadows, Sun Valley, Cotton Boll, Alta Loma and Peoria Elementary. Centennial High School will shuttle participants from Oakwood, Sundance, Oasis, Paseo Verde, Sky View and Desert Harbor. Sunrise Mountain High School will shuttle participants from Apache, Coyote Hills, Frontier, Zuni Hills, Parkridge, Vistancia and Lake Pleasant.

Daily Trips & Summer Packages Field trips are scheduled daily. They can be purchased individually at the site or summer packages can be bought at discounted rates. Transportation and supervision is provided for all field trips. Course #’s and locations are in the chart.

ALL PASSES ARE NON-TRASFERABLE and NON-REFUNDABLE once the program starts.

STEP OUT SWIM PACKAGE: Swim pass includes 1 hour of swimming at one of the cities three pools Fee $7/Package or $1/trip When Days vary, May 23-Jul. 13

STEP OUT MOVIE PACKAGE: Package covers eight movie outings to see a selected new release at Harkins Theaters.

Fee $49/Package (8 movies) or $7/trip When Tues, May 24-Jul. 12

STEP OUT WERX PACKAGES: Werx packs offer a convenient way to pay for all trips at the beginning of the summer.

Fee includes trips to movies, swimming, laser tag, bowling, rollerskating and special trips on Thursdays. Some trips include lunch. Fee does not include snacks, tokens, etc.

Werx “A” Package Fee $150/Package When May 23-Jun. 17

Werx “B” Package Fee $150/Package When Jun. 17-Jul. 14

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STEP Out After Hours The STEP Out After Hours program is to accommodate those participating in the STEP Out program who want additional summer time supervision. Participants will be bussed from their STEP Out site to the Rio Vista Recreation Center where parents will pick-up their teen any time before 6pm. The After Hours program will be staffed by City of Peoria Teen TEAM Staff. Participants will have access to the Climbing Wall, Game Room, Gymnasium, in addition to arts and crafts and board games.

Ages Youth going into Grades 6-9 When May 23- Jul. 14; Mon – Fri; 2:30pm-6pm

(Closed May 30 and Jul. 4) Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Step Out

After Hours

Fee

Course #

All Summer

May 23 – July 14

$200 Res. / $225 Non-Res.

64649

Week 1

May 23 – May 27

$30 Res. / $36 Non-Res.

64650

Week 2

May 31 – Jun. 3

$25 Res. / $31 Non-Res.

64651

Week 3

Jun. 6 – Jun. 10

$30 Res. / $36 Non-Res.

64652

Week 4

Jun. 13 – Jun. 17

$30 Res. / $36 Non-Res.

64653

Week 5

Jun. 20 – Jun. 24

$30 Res. / $36 Non-Res.

64654

Week 6

Jun. 27 – Jul. 1

$30 Res. / $36 Non-Res.

64655

Week 7

Jul. 5 – Jul. 8

$25 Res. / $31 Non-Res.

64656

Week 8

Jul. 11 – Jul. 14

$25 Res. / $31 Non-Res.

64657

Junior High Dance

Youth Advisory Board

Junior High Dances are offered monthly. No registration required, just show up and pay at the door. Cold beverages and snacks are sold.

Fee $5 When Jun. 4, Jul. 2, Aug. 6; 6:30pm–9pm; Fridays Age 6th – 8th grade Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Nineteen local youth advise the City Council, through the City Manager, on recreation programs, events, ordinances, and proposals pertaining to youth within our community.

Representatives, appointed by City Council, come from public, private and charter schools. Teens interested in being on the Youth Advisory Board should contact the City Clerk’s office at 623-773-7340 or Teen Services at 623-773-8627 to request an application.

Friday Night Teen Dodgeball Win prizes, enjoy some music and have fun playing the greatest game ever…DODGEBALL!!! Teams are always randomly selected, so just show up a half hour early to sign up and pay the recreation center admission.

Fee Free with Recreation Center pass When Friday nights except Jun. 3, Jul. 1 & Aug. 5;

7:15pm-9:45pm Age 13-17 Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

REGISTRATION INFORMATION AND WHERE TO REGISTER Registration Information 623-773-7137 www.peoriaaz.gov/teenteam Mail-In To first address listed below; allow 3-5 days to receive and process Walk-In Registration at: Community Services Dept.

9875 N. 85th Ave. Peoria, AZ 85345 M-Th – 7am-6pm Peoria Community Center 8335 W. Jefferson Peoria, AZ 85345 M-Th – 8am-7:30pm; Fri – 8am-5pm Teen Sites Starting Monday, May 23

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Outdoor Recreation

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH PROGRAMS ON THIS PAGE, PLEASE CONTACT

ACA Intro to Kayaking

Kayaking-Parent with Child

The American Canoe Association, (ACA) Introduction to Kayak course is designed as a short program emphasizing safety, enjoyment and skill acquisition for entry level individuals. Registration fee includes instruction, use of kayak and personal floatation device. Instructor - Jay Williams Fee $80 – Resident;

$96 – Non-Resident Age 13 years & up Location Lake Pleasant

Course # 62649 When May 8, 7am-2pm

Sun (1 class)

ACA certified instructors are your guides to help you discover how easy it is to slip into a kayak and explore scenic lakes around Arizona. Parent and child will share a two person kayak in this class. Instructors will teach you everything you need to know to have a fun, safe and enjoyable experiences on the water. Child must be at 13 or older to participate with parent. Registration fee includes instruction, use of kayak and personal floatation device.

Instructor - Jay Williams Fee $65 – Resident

$78 – Non-Resident Age 13 years & up Location Lake Pleasant

Course # 62655 When May 7, 7am-Noon

Sat (1 class)

RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation

Course # When

62652 Jun. 5, 7am-2pm Sun (1 class)

TeleReg (623) 773-7725

Course # When

64722 Jul. 10, 7am-2pm Sun (1 class)

To Register (623) 773-7137

Course # When

64723 Aug. 14, 7am-2pm Sun (1 class)

Kevin Naughton Recreation Supervisor Kevin.Naughton@peroiaaz.gov (623) 773-8627

Discover Lake Kayaking Join your guide to discover how easy it is to kayak scenic lakes around Arizona. Instructors will teach you everything you need to know to have a fun, safe and enjoyable experiences on the water. Registration fee includes instruction, use of kayak and personal floatation device. Instructor - Jay Williams Fee $55 – Resident

$66 – Non-Resident Age 13 years & up Location Lake Pleasant

Course # 62651 When May 7, 7am-Noon

Sat (1 class) Course # When

Course # When

62653 Jun. 4, 7am-Noon Sat (1 class)

Course # When

64726 Aug. 13, 7am-Noon Sat (1 class)

64725 Jul. 9, 7am-Noon Sat (1 class)

Course # When

Course # When

62656 Jun. 4, 7am-Noon Sat (1 class)

Course # When

64729 Aug. 13, 7am-Noon Sat (1 class)

64728 Jul. 9, 7am-Noon Sat (1 class)

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Upcoming Events April 23

Dolly Sanchez Memorial Easter Egg Hunts

April 26-27

Peoria Unified School District Student Council P.L.U.S. Days

April 27

Sunrise Mountain vs. Peoria High School Baseball

April 30

Relay For Life

May 1-22

AZ Men’s Senior Baseball League

May 2

Greenway vs. Sunrise Mountain High School Baseball

May 3-14

AIA High School Baseball State Tournament

May 6-8

Ride Northern Arizona Motorcycle Classes

May 20-22

Ride Northern Arizona Motorcycle Classes

May 21

Tee Ball & Kickball Classic

May 28-30

Top Choice Baseball Memorial Day Classic Youth Tournament

June 2-5

Four Corner Classic Youth Baseball Tournament

June 11-12

Top Choice Baseball USSSA State Championship Youth Tournament

June 13-July 29

Collegiate Wood Bat League Play

June 13–25

USA Baseball Championship West

June 21-Aug 28

Mariners and Padres AZ Summer Rookie League

June 26

AZ Men’s Senior Baseball League

June 28-July 7

AZ District 2 Little League Tournament

July 4

All American Festival

July 7-10

National Summer Classic Baseball Tournament

July 17 & 31

Arizona Men’s Senior Baseball League

July 21-24

National 16U Summer Classic Baseball Tournament

National Summer Classic July 7-10, 2011 • Class of 2011 and under • 4 game guarantee • Wood Bats

National 16U Summer Classic July 21-24, 2011 • 16 & under • 4 game guarantee • Metal Bats All games for both tournaments will be played in the evening.

For more information: www.peoriasportscomplex.com or www.azbaseball.com 623-773-8700

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT www.peoriasportscomplex.com (623) 773-8700

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Aquatic Programs Special Events/Holidays Movie Night Join us on Friday, May 20th at about 8pm for our first Dive-In Movie! We will be showing a family friendly film and have inner-tubes for you to relax in and enjoy the show! Check our website at www.PeoriaAZ.Gov/Aquatics for more information about our special events.

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7137

Stacy Beadle Aquatics Supervisor Stacy.Beadle@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-5247 Seth Redden Recreation Coordinator Seth.Redden@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7143

www.peoriaaz.gov/aquatics Rain Out Line (623) 773-5080

Free Swim Days Memorial Day – Monday, May 31, Regular open swim hours. Admission to all pools is FREE! Father’s Day – Sunday, June 19, Noon-5pm. Admission to all pools is FREE FOR DADS! Independence Day – Monday, July 4, Noon-4pm.

Admission to all pools is FREE! Back to School Days – August 13-14, Noon-5pm, Sunrise & Centennial Pools: Bring a new school supply (pencils, crayons, notebooks, backpacks, etc.) to Sunrise or Centennial pool for FREE admission. It is the last weekend to swim this season and donations will go to Peoria Unified School District schools.

One-on-one Swim Lessons We offer individual swimming lessons at each of our three pools. Times and availability will vary. Call the pool you are interested in signing up at for more information. The cost is $20 per 30 minute class.

Free Swim Lessons The City of Peoria is pleased to announce our new partner in water safety. PMT Ambulance has generously donated 300 swimming lessons to City of Peoria residents. These classes are offered at Peoria Pool. Please see the Peoria Pool swim lesson schedule for a listing of these sponsored classes.

Dive Team Information The City of Peoria is pleased to announce the expansion of the City of Peoria Dive Team League for 2011.

Changes for 2011 include: • Practice four days a week • Six dive meets (including the championship meet) • Three Sunrise Teams • One Peoria Team The Dive Teams are recreational for ages 6 - 18 and will be divided into 4 teams (Sunrise RED, Sunrise GREEN, Sunrise PURPLE and Peoria BLUE). Teams will practice four days a week from May 23 - July 8 and compete in 5 dive meets and a league championship meet. Practice times vary by team; please check the dive team pages of our website for more information www.PeoriaAZ.Gov.Aquatics

Swim Team Information Swim Team Information The Sunrise Sharks, Centennial Sea Turtles, Centennial Stingrays and Peoria Piranhas are recreational swim teams for ages 5-18, which compete in the City of Peoria Swim Team League.

Registration Information Registrations are first come, first serve and teams do fill up quickly. You will need your family ID and password to register. To obtain this information, please email recmail@peoriaaz.gov or call 623-773-7137.

Monday, April 25, 7am-6pm: Peoria residents* returning to their same team from 2010 may register in-person at the Development and Community Services Building (9875 N. 85th Ave.). Registrations will not be taken for any new swimmers or at any other location on this day. Full payment must be made at time of registration to guarantee the spot. Your spot on the team is guaranteed that day, but practice times are first come, first serve.

Tuesday, April 26, 6am: Online and TeleReg (623-773-7725) registration opens for all City of Peoria residents.* Thursday, May 5, 6am: All remaining spots open to all for registration.

Fees:

Peoria resident* fee: $80 Non-resident* fee: $140 Non-resident* fee for Peoria Piranhas: $100

Please visit our website at www.PeoriaAZ.Gov/Aquatics for registration codes/schedules swim team manuals, meet schedules and any additional information that you are looking for. *Peoria resident rate: If where you permanently reside or live is located within the corporate limits of the City of Peoria and you pay property taxes to the City of Peoria, you are eligible for the resident rate.

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Aquatic Programs - Classes Swim Lessons (6mo-5yrs) Parent-Tot Ages 6 mo. – 2 yrs. This class will focus on fun and help children become acclimated to the water. Parents must be in the water with the children during this class.

Instructors will provide games/songs for skill development.

Preschool A Ages 2 yrs – 5 yrs. This class is for those who have never taken swim lessons and/or are not comfortable in the water. Parents may participate during the first week, but are not required if the child is comfortable.

Preschool B Ages 3 yrs – 5 yrs. This class is for those who are comfortable in the water and/or have passed Preschool A. Children will be working with an instructor (and not a parent) during this class. Children will begin swim movements and learning to float.

Preschool C Ages 3 yrs – 5 yrs. This is an advanced preschool class, with similar skills to the Level 2 and Level 3 course skills.

This class will focus on independence in the water and coordinating arm and leg movements properly.

Swim Lessons (5yrs-13yrs) Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills Ages 5 yrs – 7 yrs. This class is for those who have never taken swim lessons and/or are not comfortable in the water. Swimmers must be able to work with an instructor without a parent.

Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills Ages 5 yrs – 13 yrs. This class is for those who are comfortable in the water and have been taught some basic water skills, and /or have passed Level 1.

Level 3: Stroke Development Ages 5 yrs – 13 yrs. This class is for those who have passed level 2 and/or are able to swim unassisted for 15 yards.

Level 4: Stroke Improvement Ages 5 yrs – 13 yrs. This class is for those who have passed level 3 and/or have a solid foundation of the strokes. Swimmers in Level 4 will be swimming backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, freestyle, elementary backstroke and sidestroke for distances of 25 yards or more.

Level 5: Stroke Refinement Ages 5 yrs – 13 yrs. This class is for those who have passed Level 4. Swimmers will work on refining their strokes and increasing their distances.

Level 6: Swimming & Skill Proficiency Ages 5 yrs – 13 yrs. This class is for those who have passed Level 4. Swimmers will work on refining their strokes and increasing their distances.

Swim Prep Classes

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Swim Team Prep All Ages. Swimmers must be able to swim 25 yards unassisted of a competitive stroke. Class will work on stroke technique and endurance.

Specialty Classes Deep Water Aerobics For adults, this class tones, firms and improves the cardiovascular system. Participants must be comfortable in the deep water and provide their own water belt.

Fee $24 Resident/ $30 Non-Resident Location Sunrise Pool Course # 62709 When Summer 1: May 24 - Jun. 2, T/Th, 6:40am7:40am Course # 63671 When Summer 2: Jun. 7 - Jun. 16, T/Th, 6:40am7:40am Course # 63672 When Summer 3: Jun. 21 - Jun. 30, T/Th, 6:40am-7:40am Course # 63673 When Summer 4: Jul. 5 - Jul. 14, T/Th, 6:40am7:40am Course # 63674 When Summer 5: Jul. 9 - Jul. 18, T/Th, 6:40am7:40am Save money, register for the season pass!

Fee $80 Resident/ $100 Non-Resident Course # 62708 Location Sunrise Pool When Summer Season: May 24 - Jul. 28, T/Th, 6:40am-7:40am

Sunrise Pool 21321 N. 86th Dr. (W. of 83rd Ave. on Lone Cactus) (623) 773-8495* Open swim begins May 21 Centennial Pool 14388 N. 79th Ave. (W. of 79th Ave., N. of Thunderbird) (623) 776-9555* Open swim begins May 23 Peoria Pool 11200 N. 83rd Ave. (W. of 83rd Ave. on Varney Rd.) (623) 878-4903* Open swim begins May 23 (weekends begin June 4) *Phones will only be answered during open hours. Please see left margin for contact information.

Please visit www.peoriaaz.gov/aquatics for open swim schedules.

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Aquatic Programs - Classes

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7137

Stacy Beadle Aquatics Supervisor Stacy.Beadle@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-5247 Seth Redden Recreation Coordinator Seth.Redden@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7143

www.peoriaaz.gov/aquatics Rain Out Line (623) 773-5080

Aqua Boot Camp

Beginner Dive

Aqua Boot Camp: For Adults, this high intensity boot camp combines cardio and strength training circuits. Your certified drill instructor will challenge you with water and land exercises. Participants will need a swim suit, aqua shoes or aqua socks, and a towel.

Fee $24 Resident/ $30 Non-Resident Location Sunrise Pool

Ages 5-12. Participants must be able to enter the water head-first from the side of the pool. Introductory dives and approaches will be taught. See pool schedule for offerings.

Intermediate Dive

Course # 62707 When Summer 1: May 24 - Jun. 2, T/Th, 5:30am6:30am

Ages 10-18. Participants must be able to perform front and back dives or be at least 12 years old to enroll in this course. More advanced dives and approaches will be taught. See pool schedule for offerings.

Course # 63667 When Summer 2: Jun. 7 - Jun. 16, T/Th, 5:30am6:30am

GuardStart (1st Year Jr. Guards)

Course # 63668 When Summer 3: Jun. 21 - Jun. 30, T/Th, 5:30am-6:30am Course # 63669 When Summer 4: Jul. 5 - Jul. 14, T/Th, 5:30am6:30am Course # 63670 When Summer 5: Jul. 19 - Jul. 28, T/Th, 5:30am6:30am Save money, register for the season pass!

Fee $80 Resident/ $100 Non-Resident Course # 62706 Location Sunrise Pool When Summer Season: May 24 - Jul. 28, T/Th, 5:30am-6:30am

Aqua Aerobics Aqua Aerobics: Get active this summer! This class will tone and firm your body and improve the cardiovascular system. The low impact environment of the water is perfect for summer fitness goals. You can either register each session (see pool schedule for offerings) or save money and purchase a season pass, which is good at both Centennial and Peoria Pools.

Fee $30 Resident/ $50 Non-Resident per

two week session Course # See pool schedule for offerings Location Centennial or Peoria Pools When T/Th: Summer sessions start 5/23, 6/6, 6/20, 7/5 or 7/18 Save money, register for the season pass!

Fee $120 Resident/ $150 Non-Resident Course # 63679 Location Centennial AND Peoria Pools When Summer Season: May 24 - Jul. 28, T/Th, 5:30am-6:30am

Ages 13-14. Course provides introduction to lifeguard responsibilities, CPR and teaching swim lessons. Once class is completed, additional training/volunteer hours are available. Please visit www.peoriaaz.gov/aquatics and click on Junior Lifeguards for more information.

Fee $75 Resident/ $100 Non-Resident Course # 62711 Location Sunrise Pool When May 23 - Jun. 2, M-Th, 9am-Noon Course # Location When

62973 Centennial Pool June 6 - June 16, M-W, F 3:30pm-6:30pm

Lifeguard Training Course includes certification in American Red Cross Lifeguard Training and CPR/AED for the Professional Lifeguard. Must be at least 15 years old by the last class, be able to swim freestyle/breaststroke for 300 yards, retrieve a 10 pound brick from 10 feet of water, and attend ALL classes.

Fee $120 Resident/ $150 Non-Resident Course # 62420 Location Peoria Pool When Jul. 18 - Jul. 29, M-F, 9am-Noon

Water Safety Instructor Participants must be 16 years of age and have the ability to swim all four competitive strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke and butterfly). Successful completion of this course will certify participants in American Red Cross Water Safety Instructor and Fundamentals of Instructor Training.

Fee $120 Resident/ $150 Non-Resident Course # 62421 Location July 25: DCSB, Yucca Room

July 27, 28: Sunrise Pool When July 25, 27, 28, 7am-4pm

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Aquatic Programs - Classes Synchronized Swimming Classes

Pool Rentals

This brand new program will teach kids the basics of synchronized swimming. It is like dance lessons and swim team all in one! The four week sessions will culminate in a synchronized swimming routine show for parents and friends to enjoy.

Fee $30 Resident/ $50 Non-Resident Location Sunrise Pool

The pools are available to be rented throughout the spring and summer months and can host up to 400 people for private parties. Please visit www.peoriaaz.gov/aquatics or call (623) 773-7137 for fees and availability.

Course # When

64354 Jun. 6 - Jun. 30, M-Th, 11am-Noon

Course # When

64355 Jul. 5 - Jul. 28, *M-Th, 11am-Noon

*Week of July 4, practice will be held Tue-Fri due to the Independence Day Holiday

Teen Swim Classes Ages 12-16. These classes are specifically designed to teach teenagers with no formal swimming background how to swim proficiently.

Fee $18 Resident/ $25 Non-Resident Location Peoria Pool Course # When

62681 May 23 - Jun. 2, M-Th, 6:05pm-6:35pm

Course # When

62954 Jun. 6 - Jun. 16, M-Th, 6:05pm-6:35pm

Course # When

63183 Jun. 20 - Jun. 30, M-Th, 6:05pm-6:35pm

Course # 63438 When Jul. 5 - Jun. 14, Tue-Fri, M-Th, 6:05pm6:35pm Course # When

63686 Jul. 18 - Jul. 18, M-Th, 6:05pm-6:35pm

Adult Swim Classes Ages 16& Older. These classes are specifically designed to teach adults with no formal swimming background how to swim proficiently.

Fee $18 Resident/ $25 Non-Resident Location Peoria Pool Course # When

62755 May 23 - June 2, M-Th, 6:05pm-6:35pm

Course # When

63683 Jun. 6 - Jun. 16, M-Th, 6:05pm-6:35pm

Course # When

63263 Jun. 20 - Jun. 30, M-Th, 6:05pm-6:35pm

Course # 63684 When Jul. 5 - Jul. 14, Tue-Fri, M-Th, 6:05pm6:35pm Course # When

63685 Jul. 18 - Jul. 18, M-Th, 6:05pm-6:35pm

Adult Lap Swim One lane will be available for lap swim during swim lessons at Centennial Pool. One lane will be reserved at all 3 pools beginning May 23. Fees are collected at the gate ($1.50 or purchase a season pass for $20).

Open Swim

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Please visit www.peoriaaz.gov/aquatics for open swim schedules.

Sunrise Pool 21321 N. 86th Dr. (W. of 83rd Ave. on Lone Cactus) (623) 773-8495* Open swim begins May 21

Daily Fees Child (under 2) Free Child (2-16) $.50 Adult (17+) $1.50 Individual Pass $20 per individual Registration code #61273 Family Pass (includes up to 6 family members living in the same household) $60 per family Registration code #61272

Splash & Dash The Splash & Dash is an aquathlon (Swim & Run Duathlon) that is offered free of charge for everyone.

Aquathletes will swim in Sunrise pool and then transition to a run on the sports field just South of the pool. We have added an adult group this year, so parents, feel free to participate! Please register online at www.PeoriaAZ. Gov/Aquatics prior to June 9 using the codes below.

When Location

Group

Sat, June 18, 7am-9:30am Sunrise Pool/Fields (21321 N 86th Drive, Peoria, AZ 85382) Age

Time

Event

Course#

1 8 & under 7am

25y swim/100y run 63416

2

9-12

7:30am 100y swim/400y run 63417

3

13-18

8am 400y swim/1600y run 63418

4

Adults! 8:30am 400y swim/1600y run 63419

Centennial Pool 14388 N. 79th Ave. (W. of 79th Ave., N. of Thunderbird) (623) 776-9555* Open swim begins May 23 Peoria Pool 11200 N. 83rd Ave. (W. of 83rd Ave. on Varney Rd.) (623) 878-4903* Open swim begins May 23 (weekends begin June 4) *Phones will only be answered during open hours. Please see left margin for contact information.

Please visit www.peoriaaz.gov/aquatics for open swim schedules.

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Aquatic Programs - Class Schedules Summer Session 1 (May 23-June 2) Sunrise Pool Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents When 30 minute classes, Mon.-Thurs., 2 weeks

Online Resident Registration: Wed., May 18, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., May 19, 6am

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7137

Stacy Beadle Aquatics Supervisor Stacy.Beadle@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-5247 Seth Redden Recreation Coordinator Seth.Redden@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7143

Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Beg. Dive Int. Dive Swim Prep

8:05am 62870 62876 62888 62816

8:40am

9:15am

62877 62889 62900 62817

62887 62899 64688 62818 62837

9:50am 62871 62878 62891 62902 62819 62836 62845 62855 62862

62689

Sunrise Pool 10:25am 11am 11:35am 62872 62879 62884 62885 62892 62893 62894 62903 62904 62905 62820 62821 62822 62828 62829 62830 62838 62846 62839 62847 62848 62849 62856 62857 62858 62865 62867 62698 62700

4pm 62873 62880 62895 62906 62823 62831 62840 62850 62859 62699

4:35pm

5:10pm

5:45pm

6:20pm

62881 62896 62901 62824 62832 62841 62851 62863 62866

62882 62897 62907 62825 62833 62842 62852 62860

62886 62898 62908 62826 62834 62843 62853 62864 62868

62883 62890 62909 62827 62835 62844 62854

62701

Summer Session 1 (May 23-June 2) Centennial Pool Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents* (Aerobics - $30/Residents $50/Non-Residents) When 30 minute classes (60 minutes for Aerobics)

Morning Classes: Mon-Thurs, 2 weeks • Evening Classes: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri, 2 weeks

Online Resident Registration: Wed., May 18, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., May 19, 6am

*Non-Residents save $25 at Centennial and Peoria Pools, except for water aerobics.

Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Aerobics Swim Prep

10:20am 62744 64682 62718 62726

10:55am 62737 62739 62745 62713 62720 62727

11:30am

Centennial Pool 12:05pm 3:50pm

62740

62748 62753 62712 62719 62728

62750 62714 62721 62731

4:25pm 62738 62742 62746

62741 62752 62715 62722 62729

62716 62723 62732

62733

62736

62735 6:30-7:30am, Code: 62705

62682

5pm

5:35pm

62747 62751 62717 62724 62730

Rain Out Line (623) 773-5080

62743 62749 64683 62725

62734 62683

Summer Session 1 (May 23-June 2) Peoria Pool www.peoriaaz.gov/aquatics

62869

Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents* (Aerobics - $30/Residents $50/Non-Residents) When 30 minute classes, Mon.-Thurs., 2 weeks (Bolded classes are free to Peoria Residents thanks to PMT Ambulance)

Online Resident Registration: Wed., May 18, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., May 19, 6am

*Non-Residents save $25 at Centennial and Peoria Pools, except for water aerobics.

Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Beg. Dive Int. Dive Aerobics Swim Prep

9:45am 62792 62796 62805 62756 62768 62778 62784 62787

10:20am 62797 62806 62813 62757 62769 62785 62702 62688

Peoria Pool 10:55am 4:55pm 92793 62798 62802 62807 62811 62814 62815 62758 62759 62772 62779 62780 62786 62788 62790 64548

5:30pm 62794 62803 62812 64530 62760 62773 62781

6:05pm

6:40pm 62795 64527 64529

64526 64528 64531 62761 62776

62766 64547

62704

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Aquatic Programs - Class Schedules Summer Session 2 (June 6-June 16) Sunrise Pool Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents When 30 minute classes, Mon.-Thurs., 2 weeks

Online Resident Registration: Wed., June 1, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., June 2, 6am Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Beg. Dive Int. Dive Synchro Swim Prep

8:05am 63149 63161 63173 63088

8:40am 63142 63157 63162 63089

9:15am

9:50am

63160 63172 64689 63090 63109 63119

63150 63163 63175 63091 63108 63118 63128 63134 63137

Sunrise Pool 10:25am 11am 11:35am 63143 63144 63148 63151 63158 63152 63170 63164 63165 63176 63177 63174 63092 63099 63093 63100 63101 63102 63110 63111 63112 63120 63121 63122 63129 63130 63139

4pm 63145 63153 63166 63178 63094 63103 63113 63123 63131

4:35pm 63154 63171 63179 63095 63104 63114 63124 63135 63140

62967

5:45pm

6:20pm 63147 63159 63169 63181 63098 63107 63117 63127

63156 63168 63180 63097 63106 63116 63126 63136 63138

63141

62970

64354

62958

5:10pm 63146 63155 63167 63182 63096 63105 63115 63125 63132

Summer Session 2 (June 6-June 16) Centennial Pool Fee $$18/Residents $50/Non-Residents* (Aerobics - $30/Residents $50/Non-Residents) When 30 minute classes (60 minutes for Aerobics)

Morning Classes: Mon-Thurs, 2 weeks • Evening Classes: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri, 2 weeks

Online Resident Registration: Wed., June 1, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., June 2, 6am

*Non-Residents save $25 at Centennial and Peoria Pools, except for water aerobics.

Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Aerobics Swim Prep

10:20am 63012 63020 64684 62983 62990 62996

10:55am 63003 63007 63014 62976 62984 62991 64685

Centennial Pool 11:30am 12:05pm 3:50pm 63013 63015 63021 62977 62985

63006

63008 63018 63023 62978 62986 62993

63022 62975 62983 62992

62997 62999

4:25pm 63004 63011 63016 63024 62979 62987 62998

63002 63001 6:30-7:30am, Code: 62972

62955

5pm 63009 63017

5:35pm 63005 63010 63019

62980 62988 62994

62981 62989 62995

63000 62956

Summer Session 2 (June 6-June 16) Peoria Pool

Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents* (Aerobics - $30/Residents $50/Non-Residents) When 30 minute classes (60 minutes for Aerobics), Mon.-Thurs., 2 weeks (Bolded classes are free to Peoria Residents thanks to PMT Ambulance)

Online Resident Registration: Wed., June 1, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., June 2, 6am

*Non-Residents save $25 at Centennial and Peoria Pools, except for water aerobics.

Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Beg. Dive Int. Dive Aerobics Swim Prep

9:45am 63062 63065 63075 63085 63027 63037 63048 63057

10:20am 63066 63076 63028 63038 63053 63060 62965 62957

Peoria Pool 10:55am 4:55pm 63067 63077 63086 63029 63039 63049 63054

63071 63081 63087 63030 63040 63050 63055 63061

62966

5:30pm 63063 63072 63082 63031 63041 63051 63058

6:05pm

6:40pm 63064 63074 63084

63073 63083 64662 63032

63036 63045

63056

62971

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH PROGRAMS ON THIS PAGE, PLEASE CONTACT Sunrise Pool 21321 N. 86th Dr. (W. of 83rd Ave. on Lone Cactus) (623) 773-8495* Open swim begins May 21 Centennial Pool 14388 N. 79th Ave. (W. of 79th Ave., N. of Thunderbird) (623) 776-9555* Open swim begins May 23 Peoria Pool 11200 N. 83rd Ave. (W. of 83rd Ave. on Varney Rd.) (623) 878-4903* Open swim begins May 23 (weekends begin June 4) *Phones will only be answered during open hours. Please see left margin for contact information.

Please visit www.peoriaaz.gov/aquatics for open swim schedules.

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Aquatic Programs - Class Schedules Summer Session 3 (June 20-June 30) Sunrise Pool Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents When 30 minute classes, Mon.-Thurs., 2 weeks

Online Resident Registration: Wed., June 15, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., June 16, 6am

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7137

Stacy Beadle Aquatics Supervisor Stacy.Beadle@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-5247 Seth Redden Recreation Coordinator Seth.Redden@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7143

www.peoriaaz.gov/aquatics Rain Out Line (623) 773-5080

Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Beg. Dive Int. Dive Synchro Swim Prep

8:05am 63372 63378 63390 63322

8:40am

9:15am

63379 63391 63401 63323

63389 63398 64690 63328 63343 63353

9:50am 63373 63381 63393 63403 63324 63342 63352 63362 64691

Sunrise Pool 10:25am 11am 11:35am 63374 63380 63382 63387 63394 63392 63395 63404 63405 63406 63325 63326 63327 63334 63335 63336 63344 63345 63346 63354 63355 63356 63363 64692 63364 63368 63369

4pm 63375 63383 63399 63407 63329 63337 63347 63357 63365

4:35pm 63384 63396 63408 63330 63338 63348 63358 64693 63370

63191

5:45pm 63388 63397 63410 63332 63340 63350 63360 64694 63371

6:20pm 63377 63386 63401 63411 63333 63341 63351 63361 63367

63194

64354

63187

5:10pm 63376 63385 63400 63409 63331 63339 63349 63359 63366

Summer Session 3 (June 20-June 30) Centennial Pool Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents* (Aerobics - $30/Residents $50/Non-Residents) When 30 minute classes (60 minutes for Aerobics)

Morning Classes: Mon-Thurs, 2 weeks • Evening Classes: Mon, Tues, Wed, Fri, 2 weeks

Online Resident Registration: Wed., June 15, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., June 16, 6am

*Non-Residents save $25 at Centennial and Peoria Pools, except for water aerobics.

Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Aerobics Swim Prep

10:20am 63238 63245 63255 63203 63211 63216

10:55am 63229 63234 63241 63256 63198 63206 63213

11:30am

Centennial Pool 12:05pm 3:50pm

63232 63247 63251 63199 63207

63233 63242

63235 63243 63258 63200 63208 63215 63223

63197 63205 63214 63224

63222 63225

4:25pm 63230 63246 63253 63201 63209 63221 63226

63228 6:30-7:30am, Code: 63196

63184

5pm

5:35pm

63236 63248 63254 63202 63210 63217

63239 63249 63204 63212 63219

63227 63185

Summer Session 3 (June 20-June 30) Peoria Pool

Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents* (Aerobics - $30/Residents $50/Non-Residents) When 30 minute classes (60 minutes for Aerobics) Mon.-Thurs., 2 weeks (Bolded classes are free to Peoria Residents thanks to PMT Ambulance)

Online Resident Registration: Wed., June 15, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., June 16, 6am Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Beg. Dive Int. Dive Aerobics Swim Prep

9:45am 63298 63301 63309 63318 63264 63274 63283 63293

10:20am 63302 63310 63265 63275 63289 63296 63188 63186

Peoria Pool 10:55am 4:55pm 63303 63311 63319 63266 63276 63284 63290

63189

63307 63315 63320 63267 63277 63285 63291 63294

5:30pm 63299 63308 63316 63321 63268 63278 63292

6:05pm

6:40pm 63300 64664 64665

64663 63317 64666 63269

63273 63281

63286

63195

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Aquatic Programs - Class Schedules Summer Session 4 (July 5-July 14) Sunrise Pool Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents When 30 minute classes Week 1: Tues.-Fri . Week 2: Mon.-Thurs.

Online Resident Registration: Wed., June 29, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., June 30, 6am Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Beg. Dive Int. Dive Synchro Swim Prep

8:05am 63615 63621 63633 63566

8:40am

9:15am

63622 63634 63645 63567

63632 63644 63695 63568 63587 63904 64696

9:50am 63616 63623 63635 63646 63569 63586 63596 63597 64697

Sunrise Pool 10:25am 11am 11:35am 63617 63624 63625 63626 63636 63637 63638 63647 63648 63649 63570 63571 63572 63578 63579 63580 63588 63589 63590 63598 63599 63600 63606 64698 63607 63611 63612

4pm 63618 63627 63639 63650 63573 63581 63591 63601 63608 63446

64355

63442

4:35pm 63628 63640 63651 63574 63582 63592 63602 64699 63613

5:10pm 63619 63629 63641 63652 63575 63583 63593 63603 63609

5:45pm 63630 63642 63653 63576 63584 63594 63604 64700 63614

6:20pm 63620 63631 63643 63654 63577 63585 63595 63505 63610

63448

Summer Session 4 (July 5-July 14) Centennial Pool Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents* (Aerobics - $30/Residents $50/Non-Residents) When 30 minute classes (60 minutes for Aerobics)

Morning Classes: Week 1: Tues-Fri & Week 2: Mon-Thurs • Evening Classes: Week 1: Tues-Fri & Week 2: Mon,Tues,Wed, Fri

Online Resident Registration: Wed., June 29, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., June 30, 6am

*Non-Residents save $25 at Centennial and Peoria Pools, except for water aerobics.

Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Aerobics Swim Prep

10:20am 63491 63508 63458 63466 63472 63481 63439

10:55am 63485 63487 63495 63452 63460 63468 63476

11:30am 63488 63501 63504 63453 63461 63474 63479

Centennial Pool 12:05pm 3:50pm 63496 63505 63454 63462 63469 63477

63489 63497 63455 63463 63473 63475

63483 63484 6:30-7:30am, Code: 63450

Summer Session 4 (July 5-July 14) Peoria Pool

4:25pm 63486 63499 63506 63456 63464 63470 63478

5pm

5:35pm

63490

63493 63502 63509 63459 63467

63507 63457 63465 63471 64687 63480

63482 63440

Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents* (Aerobics - $30/Residents $50/Non-Residents) When 30 minute classes (60 minutes for Aerobics) Week 1: Tues.-Fri . & Week 2: Mon.-Thurs. (Bolded classes are free to Peoria Residents thanks to PMT Ambulance)

Online Resident Registration: Wed., June 29, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., June 30, 6am

*Non-Residents save $25 at Centennial and Peoria Pools, except for water aerobics.

Peoria Pool Level 9:45am 10:20am 10:55am 4:55pm 5:30pm 6:05pm 6:40pm Prt/Tot 63545 63546 63547 Presch A 63548 63549 63550 63554 64667 64668 64669 Presch B 63555 63556 63557 63561 64670 64671 64672 Presch C 63562 63563 63564 63565 Level 1 63512 63513 63514 63515 63516 63517 63521 Level 2 63522 63513 63524 63525 63526 63530 Level 3 63531 63532 63533 63534 63535 Level 4 63536 63537 63538 Level 5 63540 63541 Level 6 63543 63544 Beg. Dive 63443 Int. Dive 63444 Aerobics 63449 Swim Prep 63441

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH PROGRAMS ON THIS PAGE, PLEASE CONTACT Sunrise Pool 21321 N. 86th Dr. (W. of 83rd Ave. on Lone Cactus) (623) 773-8495* Open swim begins May 21 Centennial Pool 14388 N. 79th Ave. (W. of 79th Ave., N. of Thunderbird) (623) 776-9555* Open swim begins May 23 Peoria Pool 11200 N. 83rd Ave. (W. of 83rd Ave. on Varney Rd.) (623) 878-4903* Open swim begins May 23 (weekends begin June 4) *Phones will only be answered during open hours. Please see left margin for contact information.

Please visit www.peoriaaz.gov/aquatics for open swim schedules.

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Aquatic Programs - Class Schedules Summer Session 5 (July 18-July 28) Sunrise Pool Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents When 30 minute classes, Mon.-Thurs., 2 weeks

Online Resident Registration: Wed., July 13, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., July 14, 6am

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7137

Stacy Beadle Aquatics Supervisor Stacy.Beadle@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-5247 Seth Redden Recreation Coordinator Seth.Redden@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7143

www.peoriaaz.gov/aquatics Rain Out Line (623) 773-5080

Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Beg. Dive Int. Dive Synchro

8:05am 63863 63869 63881 63811 63823 63835 64701 63855 63695

8:40am

9:15am

63870 63882 63893 63812 63824 63836 63847 64703

63871 63883 63894 63813 63825 63837 63848

63701

9:50am 63864 63872 63884 63895 63814 63826 63838 63849

63860 63696

Sunrise Pool 10:25am 11am 11:35am 63865 63873 63874 63875 63885 63886 63887 63896 63897 63898 63815 63816 63817 63827 63828 63829 63839 63840 63841 63850 63851 64702 63856 64704 63861

63702

4pm 63866 63876 63888 63899 63818 63830 63842 63852 64705

4:35pm 63877 63889 63900 63819 63831 63843 63853 63857 63703

64355

5:10pm 63867 63878 63890 63901 63820 63832 63844 63854 63697

5:45pm 63879 63891 63902 63821 63833 63845 63858 63862 63704

6:20pm 63868 63880 63892 63903 63822 63834 63846 63859 63700

Summer Session 5 (July 18-July 28) Centennial Pool Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents* (Aerobics - $30/Residents $50/Non-Residents) When 30 minute classes (60 minutes for Aerobics) Mon.-Thurs., 2 weeks

Online Resident Registration: Wed., July 13, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., July 14, 6am *Non-Residents save $25 at Centennial and Peoria Pools, except for water aerobics.

Centennial Pool Level 10:20am 10:55am 11:30am 12:05pm 3:50pm 4:25pm 5pm 5:35pm Prt/Tot 63737 63738 63739 Presch A 63740 63741 63745 63742 63743 63744 Presch B 63746 63747 63748 63749 Presch C 63750 63751 63752 63753 Level 1 63707 63708 63709 63706 63710 63711 63712 63713 Level 2 63715 63716 63717 63714 63718 63719 63720 63721 Level 3 63722 63723 63724 63725 63726 Level 4 63727 63728 63729 63730 Level 5 63731 63732 63733 Level 6 63734 63735 63736 Aerobics 6:30-7:30am, Code: 63666

Summer Session 5 (July 18-July 28) Peoria Pool Fee $18/Residents $50/Non-Residents* (Aerobics - $30/Residents $50/Non-Residents) When 30 minute classes (60 minutes for Aerobics) Mon.-Thurs., 2 weeks (Bolded classes are free to Peoria Residents thanks to PMT Ambulance)

Online Resident Registration: Wed., July 13, 6am • Non-Resident/In-Person Registration: Thurs., July 14, 6am Level Prt/Tot Presch A Presch B Presch C Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Level 4 Level 5 Level 6 Beg. Dive Int. Dive Aerobics

9:45am 63789 63792 63799 63807 63754 63764 63773 63779

10:20am 63793 63800 63808 63755 63765 63774 63783 63691

Peoria Pool 10:55am 4:55pm 63794 63801 63809 63756 63766 63775 63780

63693

63795 63802 63810 63757 63767 63776 63781 63784

5:30pm 63790 64673 63806 64678 63758 63768 63777

6:05pm

6:40pm 63791 64675 64677 64679 63760

64674 64676 63759 63769 63778 63782

63692 63665

63694

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Check Out Our Camps This Summer!

Fun and Adventure Awaits...

SPORTS CAMP volleyball, soccer, basketball, softball See Page 34

FITNESS ADVENTURE CAMP See Page 48

LEAN TEENS See Page 13

SUMMER CAMP See Page 16

TEEN CAMP See Page 20

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Sports - Youth

Summer Teen Sports Camps

Teen Sports Camps are offered for participants ages 12-17.

Registration Fees: Peoria Residents $50 / Non Resident $80 Basketball (Boys & Girls), Volleyball (Girls), Soccer (Boys & After Apr. 25, Peoria Residents $70 / Non Resident $100 Girls), and Softball (Girls). Three, 2-week sessions are set to run between June 6 and July 14 at Rio Vista Recreation Center and Community Park. Participants take part in sport specific Youth Basketball training, speed, quickness and agility drills. Cost Per Session (ALL CAMPS): Rio Vista Members $95/ Non-members $100.

Regular season runs 5/31-6/14. *Teams play 1 or 2 games weekly.

Division

5 & 6

Coed

Various Schools M-Th

64368

*For players 11-13 years of age. M-Th 11am-12:45pm

7 & 8

Coed

Various Schools M-Th

64569

Session Location (Member) Course # (Non) Course#

9 & 10

Boys

Various Schools M-Th

64571

6/6–6/16 RVRC

Coaches & Parent Information

9-11

Girls

Various Schools M-Th

64570

6/20-6/30 RVRC

64839

64842

11 & 12

Boys

Various Schools M-Th

64573

7/5-7/14

64840

64844

SPRING SPORTS COACHES MEETING:

12-15

Girls

Various Schools M-Th

64572

13-15

Boys

Various Schools M-Th

64575

Basketball Coaches Meeting 6:30pm - City Hall Pine Room (8401 W. Monroe)

Youth Volleyball

Volleyball Coaches Open House/ Equipment Pick Up 4-6:30pm Development & Community Services Building (9875 N. 85th Ave. North side of the building) NEW COACHES TRAINING: 7:30pm in the City Hall Pine Room (8401 W. Monroe) NEW PARENT MEETING: Sat., May 14, 8:30am at the Development and Community Services Building (9875 N. 85th Ave.) REGISTRATION DEADLINE: 5pm, Monday, May 2: Children will be placed on a waitlist following the deadline-No requests accepted after deadline. Registration is based on child’s age as of May 31, 2011.

Location

Days

Course#

Volleyball Camps

Ages*

Division

64841

Volleyball Camps *For players 14-18 years of age. M-Th 1pm-2:45pm

Regular season runs 5/31-6/14. *Teams play 1 or 2 games weekly.

Ages*

RVRC

64838

Session Location (Member) Course # (Non) Course# 6/6–6/16 RVRC

62540

62543

62541

62544

62542

62545

7-8

Coed

Location

9-10

Coed

Days Course# 6/20-6/30 RVRC 64560 7/5-7/14 RVRC Various Schools M-Th 64556

11-12

Coed

Various Schools M-Th

64557

Soccer Camps

12-14

Girls

Various Schools M-Th

64558

M-Th 7pm-8:45pm

14-18

Girls

Various Schools M-Th

64559

Session Location (Member) Course # (Non) Course#

Various Schools M-Th

Kids Hooked On Golf This year’s Kids Hooked On Golf will be held and run by Peoria Pines Golf & Restaurant (formerly Country Meadows). Peoria Pines prefers kids to provide their own clubs, inventory of junior clubs is limited. Kids must have their own clubs for Friday golf. Maximum of 32 kids per class, minimum of 8 per class. Fee includes: Four days of instruction (1-8 student/instructor ratio), one 18 hole round of golf with pull cart (Friday AM only), Peoria golf cap and a bottle of water daily. For more information please call 623972-1364. *Boys and girls ages 7 to 13 years old.

Fee $99.00 plus tax When Session I: Jun. 6-Jun. 10

Session 2: Jun. 13-Jun. 17

Monday-Thursday; 8am-11am on range

Friday; 8am-Noon golf tournament, lunch/

awards to follow Noon-1pm Location Peoria Pines Golf Course

Summer Youth Sports Camps

6/7–6/17

RVCP

62552

62555

6/21-7/1

RVCP

62553

62556

7/12-7/22 RVCP

62554

62557

Basketball Camps M-Th 9am-10:45am Session Location (Member) Course # (Non) Course# 6/7–6/17

RVRC

62546

62549

6/21-7/1

RVRC

62547

62550

7/12-7/22 RVRC

62548

62551

Softball Camps Specific pitching/catching instruction will be offered. M-Th 8am-9:45am Session Location (Member) Course # (Non) Course#

6/7–6/17 RVCP Summer sports camps are offered for youth 9-12 years of 6/21-7/1 RVCP age emphasizing instruction on the designated sport. All 7/12-7/22 RVCP sessions are Monday through Thursday only, 2:30pm5pm Exception: The first week of Flag Football & Basketball will be Tuesday through Friday.

Fee (one session): $50 (resident) / $80 (non-resident) Fee (all 4 sessions): $160 (resident) / $260 (nonresident) Course# Session Registration Deadline Dates 64604 Flag Football 5/13 5/23 -6/2 64611 Soccer 5/27 6/6 - 6/16 64616 Volleyball 6/10 6/20 -6/30 64600 Basketball 6/24 7/5 -7/14 64595 All Sessions 5/13 5/23-7/14

62561

62564

62562

62565

62563

62566

To become a coach, download and submit a Volunteer Coaches Application at www. peoriaaz.gov/sports or call 623-773-7137.

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Sports - Adult

Adult 4-on-4 Sand Volleyball Leagues

Adult Sport Leagues

Teams will play two matches on one night for a total of 14 regular season matches followed by a post season singleelimination tournament. League play tentatively begins Jun. 7. Registration deadline is May 31. Registration fee is $125 per team. Manager Meeting: Wed., Jun. 1 at 5:30pm Meeting Location: Development & Community Services Office (9875 N. 85th Ave.)

The City of Peoria accepts team registration on the dates outlined for each sport below on a first-come, first-served basis. All teams must submit a COMPLETE team registration/roster form and the registration fee at the time of registration. Register at Development & Community Services, 9875 N. 85th Ave. Download blank roster form at www.peoriaaz.gov/sports.

Adult Basketball Teams will play games once a week for a total of 9 regular season games followed by a post season singleelimination tournament. League play tentatively begins Jun. 6. Registration deadline is May 24. Registration fee $450 per team.

League

Days

Times

Course #

Coed Rec

Tues

Evenings

61985

Coed Comp

Wed

Evenings

61986

Coed Rec

Thurs

Evenings

61987

Adult 6-Person Indoor Volleyball Leagues

Teams play one or two matches per week for a total of 9 guaranteed matches, followed by a single-elimination Division Days Location Times Course# tournament. Registration Deadline is May 31. League 5 on 5 Mon/Wed Centennial High p.m. 64627 play begins Jun. 7. Coed league requires minimum of 2

and Peoria High women on the court at all times. All participants must 4 on 4 Sundays Rio Vista a.m.

64628 be at least 16 years of age. Registration fee is $375 for team. Captains Meeting: Wed., June 1 at 6:30pm. Meeting

Location: Development & Community Services Office (9875 Adult 8-on-8 Flag Football N. 85th Ave.) Teams will play games once a week for a total of 7 League regular season games followed by a post season singleelimination tournament. League play tentatively begins Coed Adv. May 17. Registration deadline is May 19. Registration fee Coed Int. is $450 per team.

Division Men

Days

Location

Tuesdays

Rio Vista Park

Adult Free Agents

Times Course# p.m.

64631

Days

Times

Course #

Thurs

Evenings

64588

Tues

Evenings

64592

Women Adv.

Sun

Afternoons

64589

Women Int.

Sun

Afternoons

64593

Adult Softball Leagues

Double header games are played once a week for a total of Looking to play adult sports, but don’t have a team?

14 regular season games followed by a single elimination Register with the following activity codes to be placed post season tournament . League play tentatively begins on the City of Peoria Adult Sports Free Agent Lists. Your the week of July 31. New team registration lottery is July 13 contact information will be provided to captains wishing at 6pm, Development & Community Services, 9875 N. 85th to add players or to form a new team. Joining is free, and Ave. New teams must provide completed roster and form of fees will be negotiated with the individual teams.) payment to enter lottery. Teams will be selected at random.

Registration fee is $450 per team.

Sport Divisions Nights Course Flag Football

Mens

Tues

Mens

Sun

Basketball

64582

Adult Racquetball

64583 Players will contact their scheduled opponent each week

Softball Mens, Women, Coed Various 64584 to set up a day and time to play their match. Some priority times are made available through the Sports Office. Players Sand Volleyball Comp, Coed T/W/Th 64585 are guaranteed eight matches as part of the season. League

Soccer Mens, Coed Sun 64586 play is set to begin the week of May 2. Organizational meeting is April 26 at 6pm at the Rio Vista Recreation Indoor Volleyball Womens, Coed T/Th/Su 64587 Center (8866 W. Thunderbird Road). Registration deadline is April 21 by 5pm. Registration fee is $50 per player, $30 for Rio Vista Rec Center Pass Holders.

League Day/Time Course #

(Members) All Divisions Open/Open

62534

Course # (Non) 62535

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation To Register (623) 773-7137 TeleReg (623) 773-7725

Marc Brust Recreation Supervisor Marc.Brust@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7129 Matthew Kalcevich Recreation Coordinator Matthew.Kalcevich@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7117 Jeff Crane Recreation Coordinator Jeff.Crane@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7186 Shane Hannah Recreation Programmer Shane.Hannah@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7763 www.peoriaaz.gov/sports

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Adaptive Recreation Program PLAY Program (Peoria’s Leisure Activities for Youth Program) The Adaptive Recreation program is continually striving to improve program content. The P.L.A.Y. Program is designed to meet the leisure needs of our younger participants. Friends and siblings that meet the same age requirements are encouraged to participate.

Alley Cats Bowling FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7436

Paula Considine Recreation Supervisor Paula.Considine@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7923 Jodi Roth-Jones Recreation Coordinator Jodi.Roth-Jones@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7719 Brian DeGrandchamp Recreation Programmer Brian.DeGrandchamp@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7925

This social league will introduce youth to the basic bowling techniques, rules, and sportsmanship. Bumpers will be available. Participants meet at Glendale AMF Lanes. New bowlers need to pre-register by calling (623) 773-7436.

Fee When Age Location

$5/week or $35/session Jul. 9, Noon-1:30pm, Sat (8 weeks) 6-10 years Glendale AMF (43 Ave. & Olive)

Music Mania -- NEW This is a chance to experience music in a new way. Come learn to play and listen to musical instruments while socializing with peers.

Fee Course # When Age Location

$30 64546 Jun. 2, 6:15pm-7:15pm, Thu (4 classes) 12-18 Peoria Community Center

Beginning Ice Skating Beginning ice skating lessons at Polar Ice. If you are interested, please call us for more information.

Fee Age Location

$16 7-10 Polar Ice, 15829 N. 83rd Ave.

Course # When

64733 Jun. 7, 3pm-3:45pm, Tue (8 weeks)

Course # When

64737 Jun. 8, 3pm-3:45pm, Wed (8 weeks)

Teen Scene Beach Party Bash Join us for some summer fun and dancing.

Fee Course # When Age Location

$4/in advance; $5/at the door 64533 Jun. 4, 6:30pm-9pm, Sat 13-22 years Peoria Community Center

Social Events Friday Night Dances The dances provide teens and adults with developmental disabilities an opportunity to meet new people and socialize in a supervised setting. Visit our website to see a complete schedule of dances or call to request a schedule.

Fee When Age Location

$4/week Jul. 1, 7pm-9:30pm, Fri (10 weeks) 18 & Older Peoria Community Center

Bingo Extravaganza Night Sponsored by Glendale/Peoria Special Recreation Alliance.

Get the family together and head to the Glendale Adult Center for an evening of fun, food and prizes.

Fee Course # When Age Location

$5/person 62593 Jun. 17, 7pm–9pm, Fri 7 & older Glendale Adult Center (5970 W. Brown St.)

Summer Luau Sponsored by Glendale/Peoria Special Recreation Alliance.

Put on a grass skirt and hula down to the pool for an evening of music, games and refreshments. Preregistration is required and is limited.

Fee Course # When Age Location

$5 64543 Aug. 6, 6:30pm–9pm, Sat 16 & older Ironwood Pool

Hobby Hunters Want to learn a new hobby or expand your skills? Join us for a class in any of the three areas: Fee Age Location

$15/class 12 & older Peoria Community Center

Course # When

64537 - Summer Brag Books Jun. 13, 6pm-7:30pm, Mon

Course # When

64540 - Memo Boards Jul. 12, 6pm-7:30pm, Tues

Course # When

64541 - Painting Project Aug. 10, 6pm-7:30pm, Wed

Sports and Challenges

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Adaptive Recreation Program Special Olympics This internationally recognized sports program is open to cognitively disabled individuals 8 years and older.

Athletes must have a current physical on file with the Adaptive Recreation staff in order to be registered for Special Olympics competition and training.

Summer/Fall Special Olympics Sports Registration There is a biannual $25 participation fee for Special Olympics. This fee will allow athletes to participate in any of the following sports: swimming, soccer and fall softball. Call the Community Center to register.

Course #

64549

Swim Team Athletes must be able to swim the length of the pool without assistance. Athletes must attend a minimum of 65% of the practices to attend upcoming swim meets.

Practice will begin on Saturday July 30. A schedule of practice and meets will be given to the swimmer and located on our website.

Fee

Age Location

See above under Summer/Fall Special Olympics Sports Registration 13-22 years Centennial Pool, 14388 N. 79 Ave.

Course # When

64550, Beginning Team Starts Jul. 30, Weeknights - 4pm-4:45pm; Sat - 10am-10:45am

Course # When

64551, Advanced Team Starts Jul. 30, Weeknights - 4:45pm-5:15pm; Sat - 10:45am-11:30am

Saturday Social Bowling Teen and Adult League New bowlers are always welcome to join our group of social bowlers. Participants meet at Glendale AMF Lanes for two games of bowling in a relaxed and fun atmosphere. Volunteers are present to lend assistance when needed. We ask that new bowlers pre-register by calling (623) 773-7436. All bowlers must arrive by 12:15pm.

Fee When Age Location

$5/week or $35/session Jul. 9, Noon–1:30pm, Sat (8 weeks) 10 & older Glendale AMF (43 Ave. & Olive)

DES/DDD Funded Programs

The City of Peoria Adaptive Recreation Program contracts with the Department of Economic Security, Division of Developmental Disabilities, to offer a variety of Day Treatment and Training Services.

The primary goal of all DES/DDD contracted programs is to enhance social and independent living skills through various recreational opportunities and through community outings and service projects. All programs are staffed on a 1:4 staff-to-participant ratio, so a moderateto-high level of independence is required.

After School Recreation Program This program provides age appropriate activities for students 12-22 years of age. Program days follow the Peoria Unified School District calendar. Registration for the 2011-2012 school year will be accepted after July 1st.

Adult Day Recreation Program This program is designed to provide unique and challenging activities in a small group setting. To inquire about openings at our two sites, contact Brian at (623) 773-7925.

Summer is here…..

Did you know the City of Peoria offers two DDD funded summer programs?

Elementary Summer Recreation Program This is an 8 week program for individual’s 6-11years of age. It runs from 8am-2:30pm five days a week as an integrated program in conjunction with the City of Peoria’s Summer Recreation Program. The Summer Recreation Program uses DTS hours and respite hours.

High School Summer Recreation Program This is an 8 week program for individuals 12-22 years of age. It runs from 8am-2pm five days a week as a selfcontained program and uses a combination of DTS and Respite hours.

These programs are first come first serve so call (623) 773-7436 and ask for Jodi or Brian to request an application. Make sure you ask your support coordinator for DTS paperwork for the summer!

OUR MISSION To provide a continuum of leisure opportunities and related services designed to enhance the quality of life for individuals with disabilities.

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Senior Adult Program

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7436

Paula Considine Recreation Supervisor Paula.Considine@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7923 Bill Moss Recreation Coordinator William.Moss@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-7921

Email Lorrie at communitycenter@peoriaaz.gov to sign up to receive email alerts to hear about trip destinations, special events, classes, and hikes.

Adults aged 50 and better are encouraged to take part in activities offered throughout the year at the Peoria Community Center, 8335 W. Jefferson (2 blocks S. of Peoria Avenue). There is no membership fee required and programs are open to residents and non-residents.

LUNCH & TRANSPORTATION The Community Action Program (CAP) invites seniors 60 and older for lunch at 11:45 am, Monday through Friday at the Center. A $2.50 ($3.00 on special event days and for those under 60) donation is requested to help offset food costs. The cost of the meal is done on a donation basis so that each of you can pay what is within your financial reach. Copies of monthly menus are available at the desk. A 24 hour reservation for lunch is requested; call the CAP office at 623-979-3911. Attention: No Lunch will be served on Friday, April 22, and there will be no Bingo NEWCOMERS WELCOME Are you new to the area or recently retired? Are you curious as to what the Senior Adult Program has to offer?

Learn about activities for active adults. Stop by our front desk for information and a tour of our facility.

Daily Programs These groups are free, meet weekly and are open to new participants.

Duplicate Bridge Monday 12:30pm Canasta Monday 1pm Mexican Train Dominoes Mon/Wed/Thur 9am Bingo* Tues/Fri 12:30pm Bible Study Wednesday 10am Euchre Wednesday Noon Social Bridge Wednesday 12:30pm Free Grab Bag Bingo Thursday 10:45am Scrabble Thursday 12:30pm Pinochle Thursday 1pm Hand & Foot Friday 1pm Discovery 101 Select Fridays 10:45am Nintendo Wii Tues/Thur/Fri 9am-11am *Bingo cards cost 25¢ each for the first 9 games and 50¢ for the 10th. Winners divide the money collected. Pots generally range from $5 to $35. Bingo may start later on “Special Event” days.

The Bookworm Club Read and chat about a variety of books. Group members provide their own copies of books. Led by Millie Acres.

Fee FREE Jun. 6, 1pm The Doctor’s Wife

by Elizabeth Brundage Jul. 11, 1pm Girl with the Pearl Earring

by Tracy Chevalier Aug. 1, 1pm Slaves in the Family

by Edward Ball Sep. 12, 1pm The Forgotten Garden

by Kate Morton

Busy Bee Crafters This creative group meets every Tuesday at 9am to share ideas and work on a variety of projects.

Pros and Cons Club Join Millie Acres for interesting discussions on a variety of subjects. Every third Monday of the month at 1pm starting April 18.

Thursday Afternoon Tea Dances Music is live for your dancing pleasure by Bobby Freeman, who is well known as the organist for the AZ Diamondbacks. New dancers are always welcome.

Fee $4 (includes admission, refreshments,

raffle ticket) When Thu, 1:30pm–4pm Location Peoria Community Center

Day Trips Trips depart from the Peoria Community Center. Upcoming trips include: Body Worlds and the Brain Dividing the Estate at Theater Works Diamondbacks vs. San Diego Padres Mamma Mia at Gammage Auditorium Lunch Around the World and Basha Museum Diamondbacks vs. San Francisco Giants Mystery Trips Diamondbacks vs. Milwaukee Brewers Diamondbacks vs. New York Mets

Classes/Workshops See page 57 for registration details. Drop-in fees are available so that you can check out any class on our schedule; please call to confirm availability.

AARP Driver Safety Program This defensive driving course is offered monthly. Bring a check payable to AARP the first day of class.

Fee $12 – AARP Members

$14 – Non-Members May 5 #62431 Jun. 2 #64522 Jul. 7 #64523 Aug. 4 #64524 When Thu, 8:30am–1pm Location Peoria Community Center

Ceramics Ceramics is open-entry, open-exit and good for all skill levels. Bring your own supplies or purchase from Dottie Weedman, Instructor.

Fee $25/ 4 class punch card When Mon (ongoing)

8:30am–11am Location Peoria Community Center

Discovery 101 Free educational series in partnership with various community agencies on Fridays from 10:45am-11:30am.

Pre-registration is not required.

Fee FREE When Fri, 8:30am–11am May 20 - Xeriscape, Leeann Spahos, Peoria Environmental Coordinator June 3 - Could I Have Diabetes And Not Know It?, Patricia Stradleigh, RN, MS, Maricopa Integrated Health System Location Peoria Community Center

Health & Fitness Fit After 50 (year round) Stay active with a resistance-training program using weights, dynabands and balls, followed by a lively aerobic workout. No pre-registration required. Instructor: Tammy Bielewicz & Maxine Morse Fee $1.50/class; Punch cards

$30/20 classes or $15/10 classes When Mon/Wed/Fri (Ongoing); 8:15am-9:15am Location Peoria Community Center

Tai Chi This class uses gentle physical exercise and stretching to reduce stress, increase flexibility, energy, coordination and balance. Instructor: Mirella Tohatan Fee $30 Course # 64477, Jun. 6

64475, Jul. 18 When Mon & Wed (6 weeks); 6pm-7pm Location Peoria Community Center

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Line Dancing Meet up with other people and dance your way to fun and fitness! This progressive class has three levels and doesn’t require a partner. Instructor: Pat Newell Line Dance I is an introductory class for the beginner.

Class is fun for all levels, regardless of experience.

Fee $25/5 classes; $30/6 classes Course # 62432, May 9 (5 classes - no class 5/30 or 6/20)

64479, Jun. 27(5 classes)

64496, Aug. 22 (5 classes - no class 9/5) When Mon, 9:30am-11:30am Location Peoria Community Center Line Dance II is designed for the high beginner/low intermediate student.

Fee $30 Course # 62435, May 11 (no class 6/22)

64484, June 29

64483, Aug. 10 When Wed, 9:30am-11:30am (6 weeks) Location Peoria Community Center

Walk Arizona “Walk Arizona” is designed to ensure that you walk over 600 miles in the next eight months by building up to 10,000 steps a day. Drop by the Community Center to find out more details.

Nintendo Wii Singles Bowling Tournaments Sign up for a morning of fun in your ‘spare’ time. Prizes will be given to top winners. Call 623-773-7436 to register; deadline is Tuesday before tournament.

Fee FREE When Fri, Jun. 17; Aug. 12, 9:30am-11:30am Location Peoria Community Center

Free Blood Pressure Screenings Sponsored by Banner Health Volunteers with training from Boswell Hospital will provide blood pressure screenings.

Fee FREE When Tuesdays, May 3, Aug. 2, 9am-11am

(No screenings in June/July) Location Peoria Community Center

Special Events Join in the fun! Events take place at the Peoria Community Center and are free unless otherwise noted.

Lunch is served following most events; a $3.00 donation and a 24 hour notice are requested. Reserve your lunch by calling 623-979-3911.

Fee FREE , unless otherwise noted Location Peoria Community Center Cinco de Mayo Celebration Thu, May 5, 9:30am–Noon National Senior Health & Fitness Day Wed, May 25, 7:30am-11:30am Luau Party Fri, Jun. 10, 9:30am-Noon Ice Cream Socials Thu, Jun. 16, Jul. 14, Aug. 18, Noon-1pm Salute to America Celebration Fri, Jul. 1, 9:30am-Noon Aloha Summer Strut Fun Walk Wed, Jul. 27, 7am-9am All You Can Eat Pancake Breakfast Co-sponsored by the Peoria Fire Department. Make your reservations early.

Course # 64487 When Wed, Aug. 10, 7am-9am Location Rio Vista Park, 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd.

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Summer Classic Movie Series - NEW Beat the heat and join us for the Summer Classic Movie Series. Popcorn will be served.

Fee FREE When Tue, Jun. 7–Aug. 30, 12:30pm Location Peoria Community Center Comedies June 7 - The Seven Year Itch (1955) Marilyn Monroe, Tom Ewell. When his family goes away for the summer, a so far faithful husband is tempted by a beautiful neighbor.

June 14 - Pillow Talk (1959) Rock Hudson, Doris Day. A man and woman share a telephone line and despise each other, but then he has fun by romancing her with his voice disguised.

June 21 - The Apartment (1960) Jack Lemmon, Shirley MacLaine. A man tries to rise in his company by letting its executive’s use his apartment for trysts, but complications and a romance of his own ensue.

June 28 - Operation Petticoat (1959) Cary Grant, Tony Curtis. A World War 2 comedy about a submarine commander who finds himself stuck with a decrepit (and pink) sub, a con-man executive officer and a group of army nurses.

Westerns July 5 - Shane (1953) Alan Ladd, Jean Arthur. A weary gunfighter attempts to settle down with a homestead family, but a smoldering settler/rancher conflict forces him to act.

July 12 - The Searchers (1956) John Wayne, Jeffrey Hunter. As a Civil War veteran spends years searching for a young niece captured by Indians his motivation becomes increasingly questionable.

July 19 - The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance (1962) James Stewart, John Wayne. A senator, who became famous for killing a notorious outlaw, returns for the funeral of an old friend and tells the truth about his deed.

July 26 - Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid (1969) Paul Newman, Robert Redford. Two Western bank/train robbers flee to Bolivia when the law gets too close.

Hitchcock August 2 - North By Northwest (1959) Cary Grant Eva Marie Saint. A hapless New York advertising executive is mistaken for a government agent by a group of foreign spies, and is pursued across the country while he looks for a way to survive.

August 9 - Rear Window (1954) James Stewart, Grace Kelly. A wheelchair bound photographer spies on his neighbors from his apartment window and becomes convinced one of them has committed murder.

August 16 - To Catch A Thief (1955) Cary Grant, Grace Kelly. When a reformed jewel thief is suspected of returning to his former occupation, he must ferret out the real thief in order to prove his innocence.

August 23 - Vertigo (1958) James Stewart, Kim Novak.

A San Francisco detective suffering from acrophobia investigates the strange activities of an old friend’s wife, all the while becoming dangerously obsessed with her.

August 30 - Notorious (1946) Cary Grant, Ingrid Bergman.

A woman is asked to spy on a group of Nazi friends in South America. How far will she have to go to ingratiate herself with them?

SOLECITO SERVICES Solecito Services provides families in need with medical equipment.

New Location: 7110 W. Augusta Glendale, AZ (623) 876-5331

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Peoria Public Libraries On-going Programs and Computer Classes

FOR MORE INFORMATION ON THESE PROGRAMS www.peoriaaz.gov/library Renewal Line (623) 773-7750 Find us on Facebook! Search Peoria AZ Public Library System

Peoria Main Library 8463 W. Monroe St. Peoria, AZ 85345 (623) 773-7555

Hours Mon/Thur, 9am-8pm Fri/Sat, 9am-6pm Sun, 1pm-5pm Youth Services Department (623) 773-7578 Adult Services Department (623) 773-7556 Public Services Department (623) 773-7555 x.3

Sunrise Mountain Library 21109 N. 98th Ave. Peoria, AZ 85382 (623) 773-8650

Hours Mon/Thurs, 9am-8pm Fri/Sat, 9am-6pm Sun, 1pm-5pm Youth Services Department (623) 773-8657 Adult Services Department (623) 773-8658 Public Services Department (623) 773-8650 x.3

Visit our website for times and dates.

Peoria Main Library ADULT Very Basic MS Excel 2007 Very Basic MS Word 2007 Basic Internet Basic Mouse Bookends: Book Discussion Group TEEN Join the Teen Advisory Group!

Plan activities and help select best books, movies, and music CHILDREN Storytime Toddler Time Bilingual Storytime Playgroup Lego Club Tween crafts

Sunrise Mountain Library ADULT Computers 101 Computers 102 Basic Internet Let’s Speak Spanish Between the Covers Book Group TEEN Join the Teen Advisory Group!

Plan activities and help select best books, movies, and music CHILDREN Baby Steps Toddler Time Tween Crafts Crazy Times with Madame Patchouli

Don’t Read! Download!!

Workforce

There are a variety of ways to enjoy best-sellers without turning a single page. The Peoria Public Libraries offer downloadable ebooks, and audiobooks through the Greater Phoenix Digital Library. Take your book on the go by downloading it to your iPod, iPad, MP3 player, or CD. Visit library.peoriaaz.gov and click on “digital downloads”.

The Main Peoria Public Library and the Maricopa County Workforce have come together to offer you assistance in job searching, starting your resume and learning about what the Workforce has to offer. Volunteers are available on a variable schedule. Please check with Library Reference Staff for times.

Paving the Way Diversity Film Series New..Muslim..Cool New Muslim Cool takes viewers on a Hamza’s ride through the streets, projects and jail cells of urban America, following his spiritual journey to some surprising places where we can all see ourselves reflected in a world that never stops changing.

When Wed, May 25, 6pm Location Peoria Main Library-Willow Room

The Road to 9/11 The Road to 9/11 is a gripping looks at the forces that have shaped the modern Middle East-from terrorists to dictators to the CIA. It is a story that spans almost a century; a story that needs to be better known. It features rare footage, and insightful commentary by leading scholars and journalists.

When Wed, Jun. 29, 6pm Location Peoria Main Library-Willow Room

Adult Summer Reading Program

Teen Summer Reading Programsyou Are Here @ Your Library

NOVEL DESTINATIONS Register, Read and Win! • Register & read two books to enter a drawing for a $100 gift card • Read books to enter weekly drawings for $25 gift cards • Read five books to enter the grand prize drawing for a $200 gift card • No reading lists or attending programs! Just read what you want, enjoy, and win!

Date May 31 - Jul. 30

Read some great books this summer and enter for chances to win weekly prizes! The 2011 Teen Summer Reading Program begins on May 31st and runs through July 30th. Sign up at the registration table in the children’s area starting May 31st.

Children’s Summer Reading Program

New “Be Water” Sculpture At Sunrise Mountain Library

Read Play Win! The Summer Reading Program 2011 is once again co-sponsored by the Arizona Diamondbacks and the Arizona Republic. Children (all ages through 18) will enjoy reading or listening to books as they fill in the spaces of their game board. Collect incentives along the way, and the bonus will be a voucher for a Diamondbacks baseball game! Come in to the library to pick up gameboards after May 21st. Prize distribution begins May 31st and all prizes must be collected on or before July 30th.

Date May 31 - Jul. 30

The sculpture, ‘Be Water’ is the creation of husband and wife team, Tom and Jean Latka out of Colorado. “Be Water”, is a sculpture comprised of 3 large independent forms ranging in heights of 14, 18 and 20 feet. They design incorporates concrete, glass, ceramics and metal. The placement at Sunrise Mountain Library along Lake Pleasant Parkway is the first sculpture by the artists in Arizona. Theme: The motion of “Be Water” acknowledges the beauty of water. The curves of the sculpture mirror the movement of the roofline on the building. It provides contrast by creating a water element in an arid environment while also making a connection to the architecture of the library.

West Valley Art Museum

Culture Passes

Arizona Artists from the collection of the West Valley Art Museum will celebrate their new home in Peoria at City Hall. April 25th-July 28th. Mon-Wed 10-4pm, Thurs Noon-6pm, and by appointment.

Peoria Main Library and Sunrise Mountain Library will have Culture Passes in May for the public. For more information on the Culture Passes and how they are checked out please visit: http://phoenix.showup.com/page/culture_pass

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Special Interest Classes - Adult Beginning Fiction Writing

Country Line Dance

Do you have a great idea for a story but don’t know how to get started? This one day workshop will teach you the basic fiction writing techniques the professionals use.

You will learn how to plot a good story, create interesting characters, write believable dialogue and overcome the terror of the blank page. You will learn the ‘do’s and don’ts’ of getting your work published. By the end of the class, you will feel confident writing goals for your main characters and creating one to three major conflicts.

One hour break for lunch. A $2 supply fee to be paid to instructor on first day of class.

Fee $35 Res. / $42 Non-Res. Course # 63967 When Jun. 18, 12:30pm-4:30pm, Sat (1 class) Age 16 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Get off the sidelines and onto the dance floor! Country line dances are fun for both singles and couples! Learn the latest line dance moves well as all-time favorites, such as the Electric Slide, Cotton-Eyed Joe, and more!

Wear hard-soled shoes that slide on a wooden floor (no open-toed shoes/sandals please.) Register each person for couples.

Fee $58 Res. / $65 Non-Res. Age 16 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Belly Dancing This class is an introduction to the most popular belly dance moves that will get you dancing like Shakira!

Belly dance provides a creative and fun way to achieve a cardiovascular workout while increasing both flexibility and strength. Suitable for all ages and body types, you will learn basic moves, including directional hip work and shimmy techniques. No prior experience required!

Beginners welcome! Wear form-fitting dance wear that is cool, comfortable, and flexible. (Rio Vista dress code requires torso to be fully covered outside of classroom.)

Fee $69 Res. / $76 Non-Res. Course # 63968 When Jun. 1, 6:30pm-7:30pm, Wed (8 classes) Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Belly Dancing-Level II Learn new moves and continue to refine those learned in the beginners class!

Fee $69 Res. / $76 Non-Res. Course # 64364 When Jun. 1, 7:30pm-8:30pm, Wed (8 classes) Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Country Dance-Arizona Two-Step Learn the Arizona Two-Step, how to lead and follow, turns and more! If you are a beginner and would like to master the basics before progressing to a public dance floor, this class is for you! Grab your partner and register each person per couple. Wear boots or hard-soled shoes that will slide on a wood floor. (no open-toed shoes or tennis shoes.)

Fee $58 Res. / $65 Non-Res. Course # 63986 When Jun. 3, 7:30pm-8:30pm, Fri (6 Classes) Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Course # When

63988 Jun. 1, 10:45am-11:45am, Wed (6 Classes)

Course # When

63987 Jun. 3, 6:30pm-7:30pm, Fri (6 Classes)

Drop the Excuses, Drop the Weight A 12-week weight loss program - includes 3 personal training sessions, 3 nutritional consultations, 3 monthly support group meetings! Must have a Rio Vista pass for duration of program. Complete rules and details are available at the Rio Vista Front Desk. Call 623-773-8622 with questions.

Fee $175 Course # 64648 When Jun. 1 Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

East Coast Swing for Beginners Learn the most popular steps in East Coast Swing or add to the ones you already know. We’ll cover single and/or triple step and develop your repertoire of swing dance steps. You’ll be able to get out on the dance floor and feel comfortable swing dancing by the time this class is over!

Singles and couples both welcome. No sandals please.

(No class 7/4/11-Last class 7/18/11.)

Fee $58 Res. / $65 Non-Res. Course # 64005 When Jun. 6, 7:30pm-8:45pm, Mon (5 Classes) Age 16 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Family Communication SkillsIntroductory Workshop Families who communicate effectively are better equipped at handling stressors, resolving conflict, and improving communication in daily life. Unfortunately, communication is more complex than we realize. This workshop will introduce you to specific skills which will help you to become a better listener and speaker in your family interactions. We’ll also identify family communication types and conversation styles. Bring paper and pen to class. Resource materials will be provided.

Fee $19 Res. / $26 Non-Res. Course # 64016 When Jun. 11, 10am-11:30am, Sat (1 Class) Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Please visit our website at www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation To print course listings and details by age group, please visit www.peoriaaz.gov/classes

Do you have a class idea you’d like to see offered?

Let us know about it!

Send your suggestions to andrea.traganza@peoriaaz.gov.

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Special Interest Classes - Adult

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7137 Heather Duffett Special Interest Classes Supervisor Heather.Duffett@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8625 Andrea Traganza Recreation Coordinator Andrea.Traganza@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8623

Family Communication Skills 101

Ice Skating-Adult Beginner

This series of classes will expand on the topics introduced in the one-day workshop, including practical exercises to try at home. More specifically, you will learn to: Increase dialogue using verbal and non-verbal communication; How to be an active listener; How to effectively resolve conflicts; How to facilitate productive family meetings. Bring paper and pen to class. Resource materials will be provided.

Fee $39 Res. / $45 Non-Res. Course # 64017 When Jun. 15, 7pm-8pm, Wed (4 Classes) Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Designed to teach basic skills to teens and adults who have never received instruction before. This level teaches forward and backward skating, edges, turns, swizzles, glides and stopping. Skates are included in course fee for use during class. Classes held at Polar Ice, located at 15829 N. 83rd Ave., south of Bell.

Fee $92 Res. / $99 Non-Res. Course # 64069 When Jun. 4, 9:45am-10:15am, Sat (8 Classes) Age 16 & Up Location Polar Ice

Faux Painting Made Easy: Metallics, Tuscan, & Classic Save thousands and learn a faster, easier way to use paint to replicate Old World , stone-like walls, and classic looks for a traditional theme. Learn how to add ‘bling’ from metallics. Your instructor-a professional decorative painter with many years experience shows beginners some tricks of the trade, money-saving tips, how to have perfect edges and how to ‘rescue’ your wall . Bring a paint shirt. A required materials fee of $29 will be collected in class by the instructor for the painting kit and DVD. Fee $27 Res. / $34 Non-Res. Course # 64015 When Jun. 2, 6pm-8:30pm, Thu (1 Class) Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Golf for Beginners Learn the sport of golf including driving, iron play, chipping, putting and etiquette from PGA professional.

Students may bring own golf clubs or purchase clubs from the pro shop. Limited rentals are available. During the last class, you will golf a round or you may schedule an alternate date. Meet on the driving range at Peoria Pines Golf Club, located at 8411 N. 107th Ave. (Formerly ‘Country Meadows.’) *No class Jul. 2-Last class Jul. 17.

Fee $90 Res. / $98 Non-Res. Course # 64048 When Jun. 4, 9am-10am, Sat (6 Classes) Age 15 & Up Location Peoria Pines Golf Club

Hip Hop Dance for Adults-NRG What’s the hype about Hip Hop?? Hip Hop dance is a fun and funky way to get fit while dancing to popular music. Learn a choreographed routine that incorporates moves from the new urban culture. What a great way to get into shape and try something new! Wear tennis shoes or jazz shoes.

Fee $63 Res. / $70 Non-Res. Course # 64060 When Jun. 7, 6:30pm-7:30pm, Tue (6 Classes) Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Instant Guitar for Busy People Do you want to learn how to play the guitar but have trouble finding the time? In just three hours, you can learn enough about playing the guitar to give you years of musical enjoyment! This crash course will teach you basic chords and strumming patterns; How to tune & string your guitar; How to select a guitar; and more!

After this one-time workshop, you’ll be playing along with simple tunes right away! Bring your own guitar to class.

An additional materials fee of $28 is due to instructor for workbook and practice DVD. Fee $27 Res. / $34 Non-Res. Course # 64078 When Jul. 14, 6pm-8:30pm, Thu (1 Class) Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Instant Piano for Hopelessly Busy People Some music teachers may not want you to know this, but you don’t need years of weekly lessons to learn piano.

In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the trade to give you years of musical enjoyment. How do we do it? While regular piano teachers teach note reading, piano professionals use chords. You can learn all the chords you’ll need to play any song in this one sessionAny song, any style and any key. If you can find middle C and know the meaning of ‘Every good Boy Does Fine,’ you already know enough to enroll in this workshop.

Additional $28 supply fee to be paid to the instructor for workbook and 60-minute practice CD. Fee $27 Res. / $34 Non-Res. Course # 64079 When Jun. 2, 6pm-9pm, Thu (1 Class) Age 16 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

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Special Interest Classes - Adult Painting Landcapes With A Sponge Painting: Palm Tree Silhouettes Learn how to create a serene landscape painting in just one class! Achieve the ‘dreamy’ look by using sponges instead of paint brushes. Easy for beginner painters and busy people who are short on time. Each student will take home a finished 11x14 canvas painting. $13 supply fee due to instructor, includes acrylic paint, canvas, & sponges. Each student must bring their own roll of wax paper & paper towels, and 6 Styrofoam dinner plates.

Fee $23 Res. / $30 Non-Res. Course # 64449 When Aug. 1, 6pm-8:30pm, Mon (1 Class) Age 16 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Painting: Beach Scene Using the easy and well-known ‘One-Stroke’ painting technique, learn how to create a beckoning beach scene in just one class! Perfect for beginner painters, and busy people who are short on time. Each student will take home a finished 11x14 canvas painting. $13 supply fee due to instructor, includes acrylic paint, canvas, & brushes.

Each student must bring their own roll of wax paper & paper towels, and 6 Styrofoam dinner plates.

Fee $23 Res. / $30 Non-Res. Course # 64448 When Jul. 18, 6pm-8:30pm, Mon (1 Class) Age 16 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Using the easy and well-known ‘One-Stroke’ painting technique, learn how to create simple palm tree silhouettes with landscape background in just one class!

Perfect for beginner painters, and busy people who are short on time. Each student will take home a finished 11x14 canvas painting. $13 supply fee due to instructor, includes acrylic paint, canvas, & brushes. Each student must bring their own roll of wax paper & paper towels, and 6 Styrofoam dinner plates.

Fee $23 Res. / $30 Non-Res. Course # 64447 When Jun. 20, 6pm-8:30pm, Mon (1 Class) Age 16 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Right Brain Drawing-Anyone Can Draw!

If you can sign your name, you can draw! Learn how to see from the eyes of an artist and transfer your own artistic view onto paper. Right-brain drawing is a skill that can help beginners dramatically improve drawing skills and discover the artist within! Taught by published artist and author, Lindy Schneider. $3 Supply fee due to instructor at first class meeting.

Fee $49 Res. / $56 Non-Res. Course # 64450 When Jun. 2, 6:30am-8pm, Thu (4 Classes) Age 16 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Painting: Floral Silhouettes

Salsa for Beginners

Using the easy and well-known ‘One-Stroke’ painting technique, learn how to create simple floral designs complete with a background in just one class! Perfect for beginner painters, and busy people who are short on time.

Each student will take home a finished 11x14 canvas painting. $13 supply fee due to instructor, includes acrylic paint, canvas, & brushes. Each student must bring their own roll of wax paper & paper towels, and 6 Styrofoam dinner plates.

Fee $23 Res. / $30 Non-Res. Course # 64446 When Jun. 6, 6pm-8:30pm, Mon (1 Class) Age 16 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Master the popular moves of Latin-inspired Salsa dancing!

Salsa dance incorporates side-to-side moves and turns to upbeat Salsa music. Learn the basics in this beginners class. Singles and couples welcome! Register each person for couples.

Fee $58 Res. / $65 Non-Res. Course # 64173 When Jun. 7, 6:15pm-7:15pm, Tue (6 Classes) Age 16 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

See additional classes for Youth/Teen/Adults on pages 51 & 52: • Guitar • Karate • CPR/AED • Fencing

Secrets of Getting Published Master the popular moves of Latin-inspired Salsa dancing!

Writing a story or nonfiction piece is fun, but how do you get published? Do you need an agent? How do you find a reputable agent? What do editors really want? You’ll learn everything you need to know to become a successfully published author. We will discuss submission procedures, identifying markets for your writing, developing query letters and more! A $2 supply fee is due to the instructor on first class meeting. Students will receive handouts and a resource folder to take home.

Fee $20 Res. / $27 Non-Res. Course # 64440 When Jul. 25, 5:45pm-7:45pm, Tue (1 Class) Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Please visit our website at www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation To print course listings and details by age group, please visit www.peoriaaz.gov/classes

Do you have a class idea you’d like to see offered?

Let us know about it!

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Special Interest Classes - Adult Solar Power 101-The Road to Energy Self-Sufficiency

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7137 Heather Duffett Special Interest Classes Supervisor Heather.Duffett@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8625 Andrea Traganza Recreation Coordinator Andrea.Traganza@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8623

Enlighten your knowledge of solar energy and how rebates and tax incentives can make this renewable energy option more affordable! Learn how a solar system works; Requirements for a photo voltaic system; How you can eliminate your utility bill; Home energy efficiency tips; Solar power investment and payback scenarios; We’ll cover all this and more! Get your solar questions answered in this one-day workshop!

Fee $18 Res. / $25 Non-Res. Course # 64211 When Jun. 11, 10am-11:30am, Sat (1 Class) Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Tai Chi-Advanced Advance your skills to the next level as we build upon those learned in the basics class. (Rio Vista dress code requires torso to be fully covered.)

Fee $60 Res. / $67 Non-Res. Course # 64260 When Jun. 10, 6:30pm-7:30pm, Fri (10 Classes) Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Tai Chi-Basic Experience the powerful relaxation benefits of the ancient art of Tai Chi. Increase focus and concentration; Reduce stress. Improve flexibility, strength, and balance: Increase circulation and coordination. Gentle moves geared for all ages and physical abilities. (Rio Vista dress code requires torso to be fully covered.)

Fee $60 Res. / $67 Non-Res. Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center Course # When

64262 Jun. 7, 7:30pm-8:30pm, Tue (10 Classes)

Course # When

64261 Jun. 10, 7:30pm-8:30pm, Fri (10 Classes)

Understanding Estate Planning, Trusts, and Charitable Giving Learn about trusts, strategies for reducing income tax, capital gains tax and estate tax; how to leave a lasting legacy with estate planning strategies; discover the power of ‘powers of attorney’ and the importance of beneficiaries. A complimentary copy of the Dream Book® will be provided to each attendee of the seminar. Course taught by Steve Harnden, CPA and CFP. Fee $20 Res. / $27 Non-Res. Course # 64280 When Jun. 30, 6:30pm-8:30pm, Thu (1 Class) Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Waltz for Beginners Ever dreamed of dancing like Fred Astaire & Ginger Rogers? Impress your friends and enjoy dancing at a wedding or special occasion! Learn the graceful and flowing moves of the popular waltz. We’ll cover leading and following, the line of dance, and how to maneuver around floor. Singles and couples both welcome. No sandals please. No class Jul. 4-Last class Jul. 18.

Fee $58 Res. / $65 Non-Res. Course # 64281 When Jun. 6, 6:15pm-7:30pm, Mon (5 Classes) Age 16 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

What’s for Dinner?

Dreading the same old question after a busy day?

Professional organizer Susan Stewart of Perfectly Placed will help you take the mystery out of this task and get you set up on a system you can use year after year. Through lecture, discussion and hands-on activities, you will leave with a menu for the year, a binder to store your recipes in and a system for making grocery shopping easier. Bring a laptop and 2 favorite cookbooks. Supply fee of $15 due to instructor to cover recipe binder.

Fee $25 Res. / $32 Non-Res. Course # 64284 When Jun. 25, 10am-12:30pm, Sat (1 Class) Age 16 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Zumba Fitness ZUMBA combines Latin-inspired dance moves with a high-energy cardio workout. International music paired with creative moves and dance combinations provide an all-over body workout. If you have prior dance or aerobic experience, this class will challenge you to achieve higher fitness goals! (Rio Vista dress code requires torso to be fully covered.)

Fee $55 Res. / $62 Non-Res. Age 18 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center Course # When

64335 May 24, 7:30pm-8:30pm, Tue (8 Classes)

Course # When

64337 May 26, 7:30pm-8:30pm, Thu (8 Classes)

Course # When

64441 Jun. 4, 9am-10am, Sat (8 Classes)

Course # When

64336 Jun. 6, 6pm-7pm, Mon (8 Classes)

Course # When

64361 Jul. 26, 7:30pm-8:30pm, Tue (8 Classes)

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Special Interest Classes - Preschool ABC’s & 123’s-Kindergarten Readiness Activities designed to promote language skills and mathematics readiness for kindergarten. We’ll learn the alphabet, numbers, counting, shapes, sorting, and more while participating in fun games and activities. $10 supply fee due to instructor at first class meeting.

Fee $59 Res. / $66 Non-Res. Course # 63940 When Jun. 7, 10am-10:45am, Tue (6 classes) Age 3-6 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Ice Skating-Tot 1 Designed to teach basic skills in a fun, safe and nurturing environment, to children who have never had instruction.

At this level, the children will learn to sit and stand up, both on and off the ice, marching in place, marching forward, two-foot glides and dipping in place. Skate rental and public session included the day of class. Skates are included in course fee for use during class. Classes held at Polar Ice, located at 15829 N. 83rd Ave., south of Bell.

Fee $88 Res. / $95 Non-Res. Course # 64074 When Jun. 4, 9:45am-10:15am, Sat (8 classes) Age 4-6 Years Location Polar Ice

Little Tennis This program is geared to our youngest players. Students will work on developing motor skills and learning tennis strokes using a mix of coordination exercises and tennis games. Racquets are not required; loaners are available.

Class held at Paseo Racquet Center, 6268 W. Thunderbird.

Fee $39 Res. / $46 Non-Res. Course # 64109 When Jun. 6, 10am-10:30am, Mon-Wed (8 classes) Age 4-6 Years Location Paseo Racquet Center

Rio Vista Play-n-Learn Enrichment program for preschool-age children. Guided play sessions, story time, music and movement, and creative expression activities geared to enhance social skill development, motor skills, communication skills, and prekindergarten readiness. Must be potty trained.

Fee $115 Res. / $122 Non-Res. Age 3-5 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center Course # When

64161 May 31, 12:30pm-2:30pm, Tue-Thu (8 classes)

Course # When

64452 Jul. 5, 12:30pm-2:30pm, Tue-Thu (8 classes)

Course # When

64453 Aug. 2, 12:30pm-2:30pm, Tue-Thu (8 classes)

Steppin Out-Ballet/Tap/Tumbling This class is an exciting introduction to ballet, tap creative movement and tumbling basics. The focus is on having fun and giving your child a positive introduction to dance.

Tap shoes are required. *NO CLASS Mon Jul. 4/11-Last class Jul. 18. *No class Sat Jul. 2-Last class Jul. 23.

Fee $52 Res. / $59 Non-Res. Age 3-5 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center Course # When

64224 Jun. 6, 9:30am-10:15am, Mon (6 classes)

Course # When

64227 Jun. 11, 9:30am-10:15am, Sat (6 classes)

Course # When

64376 Jul. 25, 5:30pm-6:15pm, Mon (6 classes)

Course # When

64377 Jul. 25, 9:30am-10:15am, Mon (6 classes)

Steppin Out-Hip Hop/Tap Introduction to hip hop, tap, jazz and tumbling basics. The focus is on having fun and giving your child a positive introduction to dance. This class is great for boy and girls.

Tap shoes required. *No class Jul. 4-Last class Jul. 18.

Fee $52 Res. / $59 Non-Res. Age 3-5 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center Course # When

64234 Jun. 6, 10:30am-11:15am, Mon (6 classes)

Course # When

64378 Jul. 25, 10:30am-11:15am, Mon (6 classes)

Steppin Out-Tiny Tot Cheer/Tumbling Little cheerleaders will learn basic cheerleading moves using arms, jumps, kicks, and chants, in this high energy class. We’ll also build coordination and strength as we learn forward rolls and cartwheels. Students will combine the skills learned into a fun dance routine. *No class Mon Jul. 4-Last class Jul. 18. *No class Sat Jul. 2-last class Jul. 23.

Fee $52 Res. / $59 Non-Res. Age 3-5 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center Course # When

64241 Jun. 6, 11:30am-12:15pm, Mon (6 classes)

Course # When

64443 Jun. 11, 10:30am-11:15am, Sat (6 classes)

Please visit our website at www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation To print course listings and details by age group, please visit www.peoriaaz.gov/classes

Do you have a class idea you’d like to see offered?

Let us know about it!

Send your suggestions to andrea.traganza@peoriaaz.gov Got Talent?

Experienced instructors may propose new class ideas online at www.PeoriaAz.gov/Classes (complete our Lifelong Learning Class Proposal form.) Class ideas chosen to be offered through the Special Interest Class Program will appear on our online jobs website at www.PeoriaAz.gov/Jobs.

Qualified individuals may apply online for any positions open for recruitment as well as register to receive job alerts.

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Special Interest Classes - Preschool Steppin Out-Tiny Tot Tumbling

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7137 Heather Duffett Special Interest Classes Supervisor Heather.Duffett@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8625 Andrea Traganza Recreation Coordinator Andrea.Traganza@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8623

In this class your little one will build strength, increase flexibility, coordination, and large motor skills. Children will be taught tumbling basics such as forward rolls, handstands, cartwheels and more! Each child will be encouraged to advance at his or her own pace safely. No experience necessary. *No class Jul. 4-last class Jul. 18.

Fee $52 Res. / $59 Non-Res. Course # 64242 When Jun. 6, 9:30am-10:15am, Mon (6 classes) Age 3-5 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Parent Tot

Beginners Edge Soccer Tots- 2 year Olds Soccer Tots Arizona is a nationally recognized soccer program. Your child will begin to learn soccer in this professionally designed program for kids. Our noncompetitive approach allows your kids to learn the basics while having fun. All equipment (except a ball) is provided. Parent involvement is required for maximum fun. Please bring #2 or # 3 ball and a water bottle. *NO CLASS Jul. 2-last class Jul. 16.

Fee $65 Res. / $72 Non-Res. Course # 63963 When Jun. 4, 10am-10:45am, Sat (6 classes) Age 2 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

ABC’s & 123’s-Prekindergarten Readiness for Toddlers

Beginners Edge Soccer Tots- 3 Year Olds

Babies ages 1-3 years old participate in activities with parent or grandparent, designed to promote early learning of alphabet, shapes, colors, and numbers. Books, stories, songs, etc are used to enhance learning in a fun social group setting. One adult per child. $10 supply fee due to instructor at first class meeting.

Fee $59 Res. / $66 Non-Res. Course # 63941 When Jun. 7, 9am-9:45am, Tue (6 classes) Age 1-3 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Soccer Tots Arizona is a nationally recognized soccer program. Your child will begin to learn soccer in this professionally designed program for kids. Our noncompetitive approach allows your kids to learn the basics while having fun. All equipment (except a ball) is provided. Parent involvement is required for maximum fun. Please bring #2 or # 3 ball and a water bottle.*NO CLASS Jul. 2-last class Jul. 16.

Fee $65 Res. / $72 Non-Res. Course # 63964 When Jun. 4, 9am-9:45am, Sat (6 classes) Age 3 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Beginners Edge- Slam Dunkers Basketball Develop introductory basketball skills, such as ball handling, dribbling, jumping, passing, shooting, and teamwork. Beginners Edge Sports Training staff guide students through professionally developed training curriculum and fun activities. Parents work one-on-one with their child as we learn new skills each week. Please bring your own basketball. Optional $10 t-shirt fee due to instructor in class. No class 4/Sep. 11 due to special event.

Fee $65 Res. / $72 Non-Res. Location Rio Vista Recreation Center Course # When Age

63960 Jul. 23, 9am-9:45am, Sat (6 classes) 3 Years

Course # When Age

63961 Jul. 23, 10am-10:45am, Sat (6 classes) 2 Years

Course # When Age

63962 Jul. 23, 11am-11:45am, Sat (6 classes) 3-4 Years

Beginners Edge Soccer Tots- 4 & 5 Year Olds Soccer Tots Arizona is a nationally recognized soccer program. Your child will begin to learn soccer in this professionally designed program for kids. Our noncompetitive approach allows your kids to learn the basics while having fun. All equipment (except a ball) is provided. Parent involvement is required for maximum fun. Please bring #2 or # 3 ball and a water bottle.*NO CLASS Jul. 2-last class Jul. 16.

Fee $65 Res. / $72 Non-Res. Course # 63965 When Jun. 4, 11am-11:45am, Sat (6 classes) Age 4-5 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Dinosaur Discovery Party Parent and child participate together in dinosaur themed activities, including take-home crafts.

Fee $15 Res. / $22 Non-Res. Course # 64002 When Jun. 14, 11am-Noon, Tue (1 class) Age 3-6 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

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Steppin Out-Parent/Tot Ballet & Jazz

Parent and child participate together in dinosaur themed activities, including take-home crafts.

Fee $15 Res. / $22 Non-Res. Course # 64002 When Jun. 14, 11am-Noon, Tue (1 class) Age 3-6 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Using props and fun music, parent and child participate together in this introduction to dance and movement.

Learn ballet and jazz basics while developing strength, coordination, flexibility, and large motor skills. This is also a fun way to spend quality time with your child and meet new friends! (Only one adult per child) *No class Sat Jul. 2-Last class Jul. 23.

Fee $52 Res. / $59 Non-Res. Age 2-3 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Ice Skating-Parent & Me Designed for children who have never had formal instruction. Basic skating skills will be taught while allowing the parent to participate on the ice with them.

One parent per child. Skate rental and public session included the day of class. Skates are included in course fee for use during class. Classes held at Polar Ice, located at 15829 N. 83rd Ave., south of Bell.

Fee $88 Res. / $95 Non-Res. Course # 64073 When Jun. 4, 9:45am-10:15am, Sat (8 classes) Age 3-5 Years Location Polar Ice

Paint, Paste, & Pour-Messy Art! Parent and child have fun together as we get messy through tactile art experiences. You make the mess and we do the rest! (No cleanup required, moms!) Explore mysteriously messy ‘ooey, gooey’ stuff, as well as familiar favorites like homemade play dough, shaving cream, sand, paint, and more! Creativity abounds as we cut, paste, paint, pour, slime, stamp, mush, mash, and more! $6 supply fee due to instructor at first class meeting. Wear clothes and shoes that can get messy!

Fee $57 Res. / $64 Non-Res. Course # 64143 When Jun. 8, 10:15am-11:15am, Wed (6 classes) Age 2-4 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Steppin Out-Parent Tot Tumble Time Learn to teach your tiny tot to do tumbling basics that build strength, coordination, flexibility and large motor skills. This is a fun way to spend quality time with your child and meet new friends! One adult per child. *No class Jul. 4-Last class Jul. 18.

Fee $52 Res. / $59 Non-Res. Course # 64236 When Jun. 6, 11:30am-12:15pm, Mon (6 classes) Age 2-4 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Course # When

64372 Jun. 11, 11:30am-12:15pm, Sat (6 classes)

Course # When

64379 Jul. 25, 11:30am-12:15pm, Mon (6 classes)

Steppin Out-We Can Dance TWO This fun class is designed just for your two-year old! Your tiny tot will be introduced to creative movement, jazz, ballet, and tumbling. Using props, stories, and fun music, your child will gain coordination and rhythm. One parent per child required to participate. *No class Jul. 4-Last class Jul. 18.

Fee $52 Res. / $59 Non-Res. Course # 64243 When Jun. 6, 10:30am-11:15am, Mon (6 classes) Age 2 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Trains, Trains & More Trains Party Parent and child will have a blast learning all about trains in this ‘train’ theme-oriented party! We’ll sing songs, make train-related crafts to take home, and read train stories.

Fee $15 Res. / $22 Non-Res. Course # 64277 When Jul. 12, 11am-Noon, Tue (1 class) Age 3-6 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Wee Little Chefs Children will have fun with food, decorating cookies and cupcakes, preparing simple no-bake snacks and making other fun food ‘surprises.’ We’ll read children’s literature that relates to the cooking project of each day. Food allergies & preferences discussed at first class. $10 supply fee due to instructor at first class meeting.

Fee $57 Res. / $64 Non-Res. Course # 64282 When Jun. 8, 9am-10am, Wed (6 classes) Age 3-5 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Please visit our website at www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation To print course listings and details by age group, please visit www.peoriaaz.gov/classes

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Special Interest Classes - Youth

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7137 Heather Duffett Special Interest Classes Supervisor Heather.Duffett@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8625 Andrea Traganza Recreation Coordinator Andrea.Traganza@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8623

Art Around the World

Creative Writing for Junior Authors

From India to Panama, Germany to Egypt, students will make wooden stamps, paper-from-scratch, soap carvings, molas and more. Create and take home a culturally based art project after each class. Taught by professional artist and published author, Lindy Schneider. $10 supply fee due to instructor at first class meeting.

Fee $58 Res. / $65 Non-Res. Course # 64369 When Jun. 6, 10:45am-12:15pm,

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu (4 classes) Age 8-12 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Do you have an active imagination? Explore the creative world of writing that has made famous authors Stephanie Meyer and J.K. Rowlings so popular! We’ll learn how to overcome ‘writers block,’ how to create memorable characters, how to set the mood and create a picture of your story, and experiment with different writing styles (haiku, Triolet, prime.) Bring paper and pencil to class.

Fee $59 Res. / $66 Non-Res. Course # 64380 When Jun. 1, 4pm-5pm, Wed (8 classes) Age 12-15 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Birds, Bears, and Beasts Oh MyCreate Your Own Book

Fencing for Beginners-Youth

Write and illustrate your own children’s book! We’ll spend 75% drawing from three-dimensional models and 25% writing poetry or prose to correspond to each illustration.

Each student will create a unique animal-themed book, bound at completion. Taught by professional illustrator and published author, Lindy Schnieder. ($5 supply fee due to instructor at first class meeting.)

Fee $74 Res. / $81 Non-Res. Course # 64368 When Jun. 13, 10am-11:30am,

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu (4 classes) Age 8-12 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Child Care & Babysitting Safety Interested in babysitting? Prepare yourself for the responsibilities that go along with caring for infants and children. You’ll also learn basic CPR, how to help someone who is choking, basic first aid techniques, and child safety practices. Each student receives a workbook to keep and a babysitting safety certification card. Bring a nonperishable snack, drink, and pen and paper to class.

Fee $43 Res. / $50 Non-Res. Age 10-16 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center Course # When

63982 Jun. 4, 9am-1pm, Sat (1 class)

Course # When

63983 Jul. 9, 9am-1pm, Sat (1 class)

Course # When

64363 Aug. 13, 9am-1pm, Sat (1 class)

Explore the western martial art of Fencing, a competitive sport featured at the Olympic Games! The art and sport of fencing involves individual play, problem solving, as well as cooperation, as children learn together.

Develop an understanding of basic fencing techniques, swordsmanship, how to duel, fundamental footwork, and more! You’ll also perform actual fencing duals. Enjoy a great workout while learning this unique sport! $5 supply fee due to instructor at first class.

Fee $55 Res. / $62 Non-Res. Course # 64024 When Jun. 1, 6pm-7:15pm, Wed (8 classes) Age 8-11 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Fitness Adventure Camp for Youth Physical activity is the name of the game! K-8 PE teacher and certified Personal Trainer, Stephanie Mellring, offers a fun-filled camp of physical activities at the Rio Vista Rec Center and park-weather permitting, including bike rides, play time at the playground, sand volleyball, wallyball, Wii Fit competitions! A calendar of activities will be given at the first day; wear appropriate clothing for movin’ and groovin’ and bring a water bottle! Call 623-773-8622 with questions.

Fee $45 Res. / $50 Non-Res. Age 9-12 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center Course # When

64027 Jun. 7, 9am-11am, Tue, Fri (6 classes)

Course # When

64659 Jul. 12, 9am-11am, Tue, Fri (6 classes)

Hip Hop Dance for BOYS Hey boys, here’s your chance to learn the latest hip hop moves in a ‘guys only’ class-taught by a guy! Surprise your friends after you learn the hottest dance moves in town!

Fee $52 Res. / $59 Non-Res. Course # 64680 When Jun. 3, 5:15pm-6:15pm, Fri (6 classes) Age 7-14 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

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Special Interest Classes - Youth Ice Skating-Basic 1

Intro to Golf

Learn the proper technique of ice-skating in a fun environment. Whether your goals are to improve your skills for public session or eventually compete, this is the starting place for you. Skate rental and public session included the day of class. Skates are included in course fee for use during class. Classes held at Polar Ice, located at 15829 N. 83rd Ave., south of Bell.

Fee $88 Res. / $95 Non-Res. Age 7-15 Years Location Polar Ice

Learn the sport of golf including driving, iron play, chipping, putting and etiquette from PGA professional.

Students may bring own golf clubs or purchase clubs from the pro shop. Limited rentals are available. During the last class, you will golf a round or you may schedule an alternate date. Meet on the driving range at Peoria Pines Golf Club, located at 8411 N. 107th Ave. (Formerly ‘Country Meadows.’) *No class Jul. 2-Last class Jul. 16.

Fee $90 Res. / $98 Non-Res. Course # 64365 When Jun. 4, 10am-11am, Sat (6 classes) Age 9-14 Years Location Peoria Pines Golf Club

Course # When

64451 Jun. 3, 4:30pm-5pm, Fri (8 classes)

Course # When

64070 Jun. 4, 9:45am-10:15am, Sat (8 classes)

Ice Skating-Hockey 1 Learn the basic needed skills for ice hockey: forward stroking, one-foot pushes, one-foot snowplow stops, forward swizzles, backward skating and forward one-foot glides. Skate rental and public session included the day of class. Skates are included in course fee for use during class. Classes held at Polar Ice, located at 83rd Ave., South of Bell.

Fee $88 Res. / $95 Non-Res. Course # 64071 When Jun. 4, 9:45am-10:15am, Sat (8 classes) Age 7-15 Years Location Polar Ice

Illustration Creation Each class features a unique picture book, providing inspiration for the day’s artistic theme, as we create our own artwork using that particular style. From whimsy to abstract, we’ll identify what makes each days’ featured book stand out and focus our artistic lesson on trying out different techniques. Each student creates a different project to take home daily. Taught by professional artist and published author, Lindy Schneider. $10 Supply fee due to instructor at first class meeting.

Fee $58 Res. / $65 Non-Res. Course # 64367 When Jun. 6, 9am-10:30am,

Mon, Tue, Wed, Thu (4 classes) Age 5-7 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Intro to Tennis-Teens Professional Tennis lesson at the Award Winning Paseo Racquet Center. Lessons are geared towards beginning players looking to get into the game. Basic tennis skills, etiquette and rules are covered using a combination of drills and fun tennis games. Participants are encouraged to bring their own racquets; Loaner racquets are available.

Class held at Paseo Racquet Center, 6268 W. Thunderbird.

Fee $59 Res. / $66 Non-Res. Course # 64088 When Jun. 7, 10am-11am, Tue, Thu (8 classes) Age 13-17 Years Location Paseo Racquet Center

Intro To Tennis-Youth Lessons are geared towards beginning players looking to get into the game. Basic tennis skills, etiquette and rules are covered using a combination of drills and fun tennis games. Participants are encouraged to bring their own racquets; Loaner racquets are available. Class held at Paseo Racquet Center, 6268 W. Thunderbird.

Fee $59 Res. / $66 Non-Res. Course # 64090 When Jun. 7, 10am-11am, Tue, Thu (8 classes) Age 7-12 Years Location Paseo Racquet Center

LEAN Teens Lifestyle, Exercise And Nutriton-a 10-week, summerlong exercise and education program focused on teens, ages 13-17, for weight loss by developing an active lifestyle and nutritional awareness. Program includes weekly group education and exercise meetings, personal trainer consultations, nutritional counseling, and prizes for completion. A Rio Vista pass is required for the duration of the program, call 623-773-8600. Mandatory orientation-Saturday, May 21 @ Noon-1:30pm. Program runs June 6-Aug 14.

Fee $80 Res. / $85 Non-Res. Course # 64632 When May 21, Noon-1:30pm, Sat Age 13-17 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Please visit our website at www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation To print course listings and details by age group, please visit www.peoriaaz.gov/classes

Do you have a class idea you’d like to see offered?

Let us know about it!

Send your suggestions to andrea.traganza@peoriaaz.gov.

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Special Interest Classes - Youth Secrets of Natural Beauty, Poise, & Confidence

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7137 Heather Duffett Special Interest Classes Supervisor Heather.Duffett@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8625 Andrea Traganza Recreation Coordinator Andrea.Traganza@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8623

Learn the secrets of beauty from the inside-out! You and your friends will learn how skin care, make-up, nutrition, manners and more create beauty. We’ll also learn how to speak in public without getting the jitters, how to build your personal confidence, how to make a great first impression, how to set goals to make your dreams come true, and lots more in this fun class!

Fee $25 Res. / $32 Non-Res. Course # 64177 When Jun. 11, 12:30pm-3:30pm, Sat (1 class) Age 10-15 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Steppin Out-Ballet/Tap/Jazz Introduction to tap, ballet, and jazz dance basics. The focus is on having fun and giving your child a positive introduction to dance. The children will showcase a dance combining all of the techniques they have learned at the final class. This class is great for boy and girls. Tap shoes required. NO CLASS Jul. 4-last class Jul. 18.

Fee $52 Res. / $59 Non-Res. Age 5-7 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center Course # When

64222 Jun. 6, 4:30pm-5:15pm, Mon (6 classes)

Course # When

64375 Jul. 25, 4:30pm-5:15pm, Mon (6 classes)

Steppin Out-Hip Hop / Cheer In this energized class you will learn cheerleading basics such as arm movements, jumps and stunts. You will also learn the newest hip hop dance styles and tricks that you see on TV. NO CLASS Jul. 4-last class Jul. 18.

Fee $52 Res. / $59 Non-Res. Age 6-12 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center Course # When

64231 Jun. 6, 6:30pm-7:30pm, Mon (6 classes)

Course # When

64374 Jul. 25, 6:30pm-7:30pm, Mon (6 classes)

Steppin Out-Performance Dance Wanna be a star? This dance program combines various aspects of the arts such as dancing, singing, and acting into one fun class! Students will learn performances routines that showcase the skills they learn. Wear comfortable clothes. Ballet or jazz shoes recommended.

No experience necessary! NO CLASS Jul. 4-Last class Jul. 18.

Fee $52 Res. / $59 Non-Res. Course # 64237 When Jun. 6, 5:30pm-6:30pm, Mon (6 classes) Age 6-12 Years Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

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Special Interest Classes - Youth, Teen, Adult Classes Fencing-Intermediate-Youth/Adult Guitar for All Ages-Level II Take your fencing skills to the next level in this intermediate class, geared for all ages who have completed the Intro Fencing class. We’ll learn more advanced skills and maneuvers and build on what we learned in the beginner class.

Fee $55 Res. / $62 Non-Res. Course # 64022 When Jun. 3, 6:30pm-8pm, Fri (8 classes) Age 10 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Fencing for Beginners-Teen/Adult Explore the western martial art of Fencing, a competitive sport featured at the Olympic Games! The art and sport of fencing involves individual play, strategic problem-solving, and physical fitness. You’ll learn basic fencing techniques, swordsmanship, how to duel, fundamental footwork, and more! Enjoy a great workout while learning this unique sport! $5 supply fee due to instructor at first class.

Fee $55 Res. / $62 Non-Res. Course # 64023 When Jun. 1, 7:30pm-8:45pm, Wed (8 classes) Age 12 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Guitar For All Ages Even if you have never picked-up a guitar or you can only strum a few chords, this beginner class is for you!

Learn various chords, simple melodies and how to strum different rhythms. You do not need to be able to read music for this class. $5 supply fee due to instructor at first class. Bring a guitar, pick, and 3-ring notebook (guitars may be rented from instructor for $20 for the six weeks). Class held at The Music Hall, located at 11001 N. 99th Ave., (north of Peoria Ave.) Fee $55 Res. / $62 Non-Res. Age 10 & Up Location The Music Hall

Take your basic guitar skills to the next level as you build on the skills learned in the Level I class. Learn even more chords and strums, Barre chords, power chords, and begin reading tab at more advanced level. Instructor Gene Moore has over 40 years of teaching guitar and performing experience. Students must have completed Gene Moore’s Level I class prior to registering for this Level II class (no exceptions.)

Fee $69 Res. / $76 Non-Res. Course # 64053 When Jun. 9, 7:15pm-8:30pm, Thu (8 classes) Age 12 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Karate & Tae Kwon Do-Beginner Learn this combination of two of the most well known martial arts, Japanese Shotokan Karate and Korean Tae Kwon Do. Register for monthly classes that run consecutively or save 20% by registering for our 3-month class package. Students may test for advancement and new belts. No special clothing required for the first 3 months.

Fee $30 Res. / $37 Non-Res. (1-month)

$75 Res. / $82 Non-Res. (3-month) Age 6 & Up Location Community Center Course # When

64095 Jun. 2, 5:30pm-6:30pm, Tue, Thu (4 weeks)

Course # When

64357 Jun. 2, 5:30pm-6:30pm, Tue, Thu (3 months)

Course # When

64096 Jul. 5, 5:30pm-6:30pm, Tue, Thu (4 weeks)

Course # When

64356 Aug. 2, 5:30pm-6:30pm, Tue, Thu (4 weeks)

Karate & Tae Kwon Do-Intermediate

Course # When

64051 Jun. 4, 11am-Noon, Sat (6 classes)

Fee

Age Location

Course # When

64360 Jul. 23, 11am-Noon, Sat (6 classes)

Course # When

64097 Jun. 2, 6pm-7:30pm, Tue, Thu (4 weeks)

Course # When

64358 Jun. 2, 6pm-7:30pm, Tue, Thu (3 month)

Course # When

64098 Jul. 5, 6pm-7:30pm, Tue, Thu (4 weeks)

Course # When

64359 Aug. 2, 6pm-7:30pm, Tue, Thu (4 weeks)

Guitar for All Ages-Level I Do you want to become the next Segovia, Atkins, or Van Halen? This 8-week course for beginners will teach you how to read music and tab, how to tune your guitar, and basic chords and strums. Bring your own guitar to class.

Once you master the basics, you’ll be ready to progress to the Level II class, offered next session! $7 materials fee due to instructor on first day of class-includes take-home practice book. Instructor Gene Moore has over 40 years of teaching guitar and performing experience.

Fee $69 Res. / $76 Non-Res. Course # 64052 When Jun. 9, 5:45pm-7pm, Thu (8 classes) Age 12 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

$30 Res. / $37 Non-Res. (1-month) $75 Res. / $82 Non-Res. (3-month) 6 & Up Community Center

Update Family Information If you have recently moved or changed your phone number, call 623-773-7137 so that we may update your family account.

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Special Interest Classes - Youth, Teen, Adult Classes Guitar for All Ages-Level II

FOR ASSISTANCE WITH THESE PROGRAMS, PLEASE CONTACT RecConnect www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation TeleReg (623) 773-7725 To Register (623) 773-7137 Heather Duffett Special Interest Classes Supervisor Heather.Duffett@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8625 Andrea Traganza Recreation Coordinator Andrea.Traganza@peoriaaz.gov (623) 773-8623

Take your basic guitar skills to the next level as you build on the skills learned in the Level I class. Learn even more chords and strums, Barre chords, power chords, and begin reading tab at more advanced level. Instructor Gene Moore has over 40 years of teaching guitar and performing experience. Students must have completed Gene Moore’s Level I class prior to registering for this Level II class (no exceptions.)

Fee $69 Res. / $76 Non-Res. Course # 64053 When Jun. 9, 7:15pm-8:30pm, Thu (8 classes) Age 12 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center

Learn the “New” CPR-CCC/AED Training Be a ‘lifesaver!’ Learn the new CPR technique called ‘Continuous Chest Compression’ (CCC). Unlike the ‘old’ CPR, it’s easy and requires no mouth-to-mouth contact.

Learn how to respond to a cardiac emergency, perform chest compressions and use an AED (Automatic External Defibrillator.) This is a non-certification class.

Fee FREE Res. / $7 Non-Res. Age 12 & Up Location Rio Vista Recreation Center Course # When

64105 Jun. 4, 10am-11:30am, Sat (1 class)

Course # When

64381 Jul. 16, 10am-11:30am, Sat (1 class)

Course # When

64382 Aug. 20, 10am-11:30am, Sat (1 class)

Energy Smart Resource Wise Sustainable Practices to Help Our Community and Ourselves The City of Peoria encourages you to reduce your energy consumption.

Visit your Peoria Public Library and redeem this coupon to receive a free energy-efficient CFL light bulb.

While you’re there, check out a Kill-a-Watt Energy Analyzer to see just how much energy you really are using at home!

Free Compact Fluorescent Bulb Presented to:

Print Your Name

Date: Kill-A-Watt Energy Analyzer Device Checkout Date:

Check out a Kill-A-Watt Energy Analyzer at your Peoria Public Library: Main Library 8463 W. Monroe St. Peoria, AZ 85345

Sunrise Mountain Library 21109 N. 98th Ave. Peoria, AZ 85382

Children must be accompanied by an adult. Exp. 09/01/2011.

Funded by the U.S. Department of Energy Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant

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PEORIA SPORTS COMPLEX • 16101 N. 83RD AVE Produced by

TIMES:

Gates Open at 5:00pm Fireworks 9:15pm (approx)

PRICES:

Free Parking Admission $5 Per Person Children 12 & under are free

ACTIVITIES: F-16 Flyover

Kids Zone

Water Activities

Concessions & Beer

“Official Centennial Event”

4 STAGES OF ENTERTAINMENT Country Music Stage

Rock-N-Roll Music Stage

Kids Music Stage

Centennial Music Stage

FOR MORE INFORMATION CALL 623-773-8700 OR WWW.PEORIASPORTSCOMPLEX.COM

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Peoria Events & Meetings May 3 City Council Special Meeting and Study Session, Council Chamber, 4 p.m.

Aug. 18

P lanning & Zoning Commission, Council Chamber, 6:30 p.m.*

May 5

P lanning & Zoning Commission, Council Chamber, 6:30 p.m.*

Aug. 23

ity Council Special Meeting and Study C Session, Council Chamber, 5 p.m.

May 12

P ublic Redistricting Meeting, Peoria Lighthouse Church, 6 p.m.- 8 p.m.

Aug. 23

City Council Meeting, Council Chamber, 7 p.m.

May 17

ity Council Special Meeting and Study C Session, Council Chamber, 5 p.m.

May 17

City Council Meeting, Council Chamber, 7 p.m.

May 19

P lanning & Zoning Commission, Council Chamber, 6:30 p.m.*

June 2

P lanning & Zoning Commission, Council Chamber, 6:30 p.m.*

June 7

ity Council Special Meeting and Study C Session, Council Chamber, 5 p.m.

June 14

ity Council Special Study Session, Council C Chamber, 5 p.m. (if needed)

June 16

P lanning & Zoning Commission, Council Chamber, 6:30 p.m.*

June 21

ity Council Special Meeting and Study C Session, Council Chamber, 5 p.m.

June 21

City Council Meeting, Council Chamber, 7 p.m.

July 4

F ourth of July All American Festival, Peoria Sports Complex, 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.

July 5

ity Council Special Meeting and Study C Session, Council Chamber, 5 p.m.

July 5

City Council Meeting, Council Chamber, 7 p.m.

July 7

P lanning & Zoning Commission, Council Chamber, 6:30 p.m.*

July 21

P lanning & Zoning Commission, Council Chamber, 6:30 p.m.*

Aug. 4

P lanning & Zoning Commission, Council Chamber, 6:30 p.m.*

*The Planning & Zoning Commission meets only if it has business to conduct. To see if a meeting will go on as scheduled, visit www.peoriaaz.gov in the weeks prior.

Watch council meetings on Peoria Channel 11 for Cox Communications customers, or online at www.peoriaaz.gov/channel11

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Trail Legend

Graffiti Hotline: Call 623-773-7094 or e-mail graffitihotline@peoriaaz.gov

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Registration & General Information Information Line (623) 773-7137

Class Locations CC

Peoria Community Center 8335 W. Jefferson

RVP

Rio Vista Park 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd.

RVRC

Rio Vista Recreation Center 8866 W. Thunderbird Rd. (101 & Thunderbird Rd.)

SFC

Sunrise Family Center 21303 N. 86th Dr.

SRB

Sunrise Retention Basin 21200 N. 86th Dr. (S of Sunrise Family Center off 86th Dr)

SRML

Sunrise Mountain Library 21200 N 83rd Ave.

WC

Women’s Club 10381 W. 84th Ave.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee 9875 N. 85th Ave. Peoria, AZ 85345 Monday-Thursday, 7am-6pm Please have registration and credit card information.

The Community Services Department guarantees 100% satisfaction for all recreation programs If you are not completely satisfied with the activities and programs offered, we will assist you in the following ways: Transfer

you to another activity or class immediately.

Credit

your account in the computer immediately which then can be used by any family member for any recreation program in the future.

Refund

your money. If you paid by credit or debit card, the amount will be credited to your account. There will be no cash refunds. If you paid by cash or check, refunds take approximately three to four weeks to process and will be mailed to the address on the registration form. Refund checks will be made payable to the head of the household unless otherwise directed.

For all schools and park addresses, see map.

NO refunds, credits or transfer will be issued after the program or session has concluded.

Refunds will be given for registration fees only.

Notice to Persons with Disabilities The City of Peoria Community Services Department strives to make its programs, services and facilities accessible to individuals with disabilities. If you would like to request an accommodation that would allow you or a family member with a disability to participate successfully in a program, please contact the Community Services Department at 623-773-7137 and request that an application for accommodation be mailed to you. The city requires two weeks to implement a reasonable accommodation. Participation in a desired program may not begin until the request for accommodation has been thoroughly reviewed. Therefore, please complete an application two or more weeks prior to a desired start date.

Resident Rate If where you permanently reside or live is located within the corporate limits of the City of Peoria and you pay property taxes to the City, you are eligible for the resident rate. Proof of residency is required at the time of registration. Acceptable proof is a copy of your property tax statement showing the physical location of your residence or we can look this up at www.maricopa.gov.

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Seniors General Policies

Class General Policies

Registration for trips is on a first come, first served basis.

PAYMENT IS DUE AT TIME OF REGISTRATION. Times, and occasionally prices, are subject to change. Cancellations: For events where a ticket has been purchased or space booked from an outside agency (theater, travel company, etc.) we cannot issue a full refund, we can only try to resell your ticket, or you may sell it yourself.

In some cases, a partial refund will be mailed to you in approximately 3-4 weeks. Transportation is by school bus, City van or charter bus. All trips require a minimum number of registrations. Please arrive at least 15 minutes before departure time.

• Assume you are registered and attend the first class.

• NO confirmations will be sent.

• Other than Parent Tot classes, parents remain outside the classroom.

• Non-registered individuals are not allowed to attend classes.

Ramada and Field Rentals Park ramadas, softball fields and multi-purpose fields are available to rent. Call (623) 773-7137 for more information.

Six Easy Ways to Register!

• Call TeleReg at (623) 773-7725 - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with credit or debit card • Visit RecConnect at www.peoriaaz.gov/recreation - 24 hours a day, 7 days a week with credit or debit card • Walk in to the Community Services Department offices at 9875 N. 85th Ave., Mon - Thurs, 7am to 6pm • Call the Community Services Department at (623) 773-7137, Mon - Thurs, 7am to 6pm • Mail in registration form below to the Community Services Department, 9875 N. 85th Ave, Peoria, 85345 • Fax in registration form below to the Community Services Department, (623) 773-7180

Registration Form Last Name (main contact)__________________________________ First Name______________________________ Family E-mail___________________________________________ Phone #_ ______________________________ Address _______________________________________________ City _______________________ Zip__________ Participant Name

Birth date

Sex

Course #

Activity

Fee

Special Request

Total Fee

Total Fees enclosed ________________________________ Check # ______________ Visa, Mastercard, Discover, American Express ______________________________________________________________ Waiver of Liability I/we hereby release and forever discharge the City of Peoria an Arizona municipal corporation, its elected and appointed officials, directors officers, boards commissions, agents representatives, servants, and employees, and any and all other persons, firms, or corporations who are or might be liable, from any and all claims of any kind of character which I/we have or may have against them due to my participation, or my child’s participation in a City of Peoria recreation program. This waiver includes all damages, looses, costs, expense and injuries that allegedly occur during the course of this recreation program IN that regard, I/we consent to indemnify, defend and hold harmless to the fullest extent permitted by law the foregoing persons and entities from any loss or damages, including reasonable attorney’s fees and litigation expenses, which may be incurred by them in the event any such claims are asserted against them or any of them. I/we understand that medical claims are my/our responsibility. This waiver does not extend to any such claim or liability that is caused by the sole and exclusive intentional acts or gross negligence of the City of Peoria or its officers.

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City of Peoria Youth Scholarship Program Community Services Department How Can My Child Participate in the Scholarship Program?

Overview The City of Peoria Community Services Department offers recreation programs which are supported by user fees paid by participants for each program in which they register. The Community Services Department is committed to making its programs accessible and affordable to all the citizens of Peoria. The Youth Scholarship Program enables the Community Services Department to fulfill this commitment.

Eligibility Requirements To qualify for reduced fees, the parent(s) or legal guardian(s) of the participant must meet the following guidelines: 1. Participate in a state or federal assistance program: • Aid to Families with Dependent Children (AFDC) • Supplemental Security Income (SSI) • Supplemental Security Disability • Insurance (SSDI) • Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) • Reduced Lunch Program/Free Lunch Program • Subsidized Housing (HUD) • Department of Economic Security (DES) • State Foster Care Program OR 2. Annual Income within federal HUDlow-income guidelines.

Guidelines • Four requests per youth per calendar year or $150 per youth per calendar year.

• Scholarships are for youth, ages 18 and younger.

• The Youth Scholarship Program is limited to City of Peoria residents only.

Proof of residency is required.(water bill, drivers license, etc.)

• All participants in the Youth Scholarship Program must pay a minimum of $5 per program to be registered.

• Scholarships are issued for registration fees only, all supplies and other costs are the participant’s responsibility.

• Parents whose annual income falls within federal HUD low income guidelines will be considered for scholarships in the following increments: 20%, 40%, 60% & 80% • Documentation of guardianship, participation in a state or federal assistance program and/or annual income must be supplied before a scholarship may be awarded. Documentation for annual income must be from the previous year’s Federal and State income with attached W-2 wage statement tax forms. Documentation is valid for one calendar year (January –December).

• Peoria Youth Scholarships are not available for DES funded programs such as the AM/ PM Program and Summer Camp. Contact DES at (623) 846-1046 to find out more information on how to apply for assistance through their agency.

• Special cases will be reviewed on an individual basis.

Youth Scholarship Application PARENT OR GUARDIAN NAME

RELATIONSHIP TO CHILD

PARENT OR GUARDIAN’S ADDRESS STATE

ZIP

PHONE (HOME)

FAMILY’S MONTHLY GROSS INCOME (ALL SOURCES) REQUESTED SCHOLARSHIP

PHONE (WORK)

NUMBER OF ADULTS IN HOUSEHOLD

NUMBER OF CHILDREN IN HOUSEHOLD

Have you used this program in the past? q Yes q no

PARTICIPANT’S NAME

PARTICIPANT’S NAME

ACTIVITY

FEE

PARTICIPANT’S NAME

ACTIVITY

FEE

PARTICIPANT’S NAME

ACTIVITY

FEE

ACTIVITY

FEE

PARENT/GUARDIAN’S SIGNATURE

DATE

For Office Use Only Total amount of requested Scholarship $________

Type of documentation provided:

Fee Structure:

q Aid to families with dependent children (AFDC)

q State Foster Care Papers

q $5

q 20%

q Supplemental Security Income (SSI)

q Tax Return – Year __________

q 40%

q 60%

q Supplemental Security Disability

q Guardianship Papers

q 80%

q Insurance (SSDI)

Amount granted by Department $_____________

q Women, Infants & Children (WIC)

Amount to be paid by Participant $____________

q Reduced Lunch Program/Fee Lunch Program

APPROVED BY____________________________

q Subsidized Housing (HUD)

DATE___________________________________

q Department of Economic Security (DES)

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SUMMER RECREATION PROGRAMS

Swim Lessons & Teams All Ages

Tiny-Tots Ages 4-5

Summer Camp Ages 5-14

Summer Rec Grades 1-5

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Step Out Grades 6-9

Sports

Ages 5-17

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