WPRD Fall 2014 Activity Brochure by Worthington Parks & Recreation

Fall 2014

Activity Brochure Community Center • Griswold Center Village Green Tree Illumination and other Holiday Events page 20

Did you know... Parks & Recreation Recycling opportunities are available in all of the parks and facilities Community Center Over 957 facility rentals have taken place in 2014 Griswold Center 52 original members helped celebrate the Griswold Center’s 20th Anniversary Parks The Parks division will prepare 1267 fields for games and practices from April through October

Griswold Center Programs pages 29–38

Preschool Programs pages 10–13

Fitness Programs pages 22–26

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Facility Information Table of Contents Assisted Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Aquatics—Fitness/Water Aerobics . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Aquatics—Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–9 Child Care Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Fitness & Wellness Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . .22–26 Griswold Center Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29–38 Membership Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Park Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39 Registration Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4–5 Rental Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Preschool Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10–13 SilverSneakers®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Special Events/Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 20–21 Teen/Adult Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17–19 Youth Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–16

Parks and Recreation Staff Darren Hurley, Director Community Center Holly Keller, Recreation Superintendent Celia Tincher, Project Supervisor Julie Stoltz, Customer Service Coordinator Melissa Hindman, Marketing & Outreach Supervisor Julie Sergent, Marketing & Outreach Coordinator Nancy Haynes, Recreation Supervisor Michael Burgdorfer, Recreation Supervisor Kevin Timmons, Recreation Supervisor—Aquatics Brandi Williams, Recreation Supervisor—Fitness Randy Hannigan, Building Maintenance Technician Michael Bishop, Building Maintenance Assistant Griswold Center Colleen Light, Center Manager Ryan Cooper, Customer Service Coordinator Mary Kay Scott, Recreation Supervisor—Senior Jeff Fickell, Recreation Supervisor—Senior Fitness Parks Division Alan Little, Parks Manager Shawn Daugherty, Parks Supervisor Paul Rasor, Parks Technician Kevin Potter, Parks Technician Wade Lallathin, Parks Technician Jamie Britt, Parks Technician D. Scott Brown, Parks Technician City of Worthington Matt Greeson, City Manager Robyn Stewart, Assistant City Manager Worthington City Council Bonnie Michael, President Bob Chosy David Norstrom Rachael Dorothy Doug Smith Scott Myers Michael Troper Parks and Recreation Commission Laura Ball, Chair David Kessler Dan Armitage Michele Miller Robert Burpee Robert Wendling Peter Calamari Zoe Gregory Tims (Student) Meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month at the Community Center at 6:00 PM. Scheduled Fall meeting dates are:

September 16 October 21

November 18 December 16

Mission Statement

It is the mission of the Worthington Parks and Recreation Department to enhance the quality of life in the Worthington community through the proactive development and operation of comprehensive facilities and program services.

Goals

• To teach skills • To provide successful experiences

• To enhance children’s character development • To provide safe and well-maintained facilities

Community Center

345 East Wilson Bridge Road • Worthington, OH 43085 • Phone: (614) 436-2743 • Fax: (614) 786-7367 Regular Hours (Labor Day–Memorial Day) Monday – Friday: ............................. 5:30 AM–9:30 PM Saturday: ........................................ 8:00 AM–8:00 PM Sunday: ........................................ 10:00 AM–6:00 PM Please note that the Customer Service Desk closes for business one half hour prior to the building closing. Pool schedules may be downloaded from our website or picked up at the Customer Service Desk.

Holiday Hours September 1 (Labor Day).................................CLOSED October 13 (Columbus Day).................... Regular Hours November 11 (Veteran’s Day).................. Regular Hours November 27 (Thanksgiving)............ 8:00 AM–2:00 PM December 24 (Christmas Eve).............. 5:30 AM–NOON December 25 (Christmas)................................CLOSED December 31 (New Year’s Eve).......... 5:30 AM–4:00 PM

Child Care Hours Monday – Friday: .................................8:00 AM–NOON Monday – Thursday: .........................4:00 PM–7:30 PM Saturday: ............................................9:00 AM–NOON Sunday: ..........................................................CLOSED

Child Care is intended for children age 1 through 9 years old (child must be able to walk independently without stumbling). The playroom is furnished with child-sized tables and chairs, fun toys, computers, and a television with videos. A child-sized bathroom facility is attached to the playroom. Hours may be adjusted based on use of the facility.

Fees for Child Care are as follows:

Monthly Membership: ....................................$15 for first child $10 each additional child Electronic Punch Card: .................................... $1.25/half hour (Purchased in 10 hour bundles for $25) One Hour Drop-In: ......................................................... $3/child

Open Gym Maintenance Closure Pool Closure........................... August 18–September 1 Building Closed....................... August 25–September 1

The North Gym is available for basketball to Worthington residents with proper ID and Community Center Members when the gym is not being used for programs or rentals. There is a $4.00 fee for Non-Residents and Non-Members. All participants must check in at the Front Desk to receive a wristband before entering the gym.

Griswold Center

777 High Street • Worthington, OH 43085 • Phone: (614) 842-6320 • Fax: (614) 842-6323 Business Hours Monday – Friday: ............................. 8:00 AM–5:00 PM Registrations can only be processed until 4:00 PM

Fitness Room Hours Monday–Thursday..... 8:00 AM–NOON, 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Friday.............................................. 8:00 AM–2:00 PM Saturday.........................................8:00 AM–11:00 AM

Holiday Hours September 1 (Labor Day).................................CLOSED November 11 (Veterans Day)............................CLOSED November 27 & 28 (Thanksgiving)....................CLOSED December 24 (Christmas Eve)..............8:00 AM–NOON December 25 (Christmas Day)..........................CLOSED December 31 (New Year’s Eve)..............8:00 AM–NOON January 1 (New Year’s Day)...............................CLOSED

Find Worthington Parks & Recreation Online! City Website: http://www.worthington.org Online Registration http://online.activecommunities.com/worthington Sport Leagues: http://leaguelineup.com/wprd

Inclement Weather Policy

Social Media Follow us for information about program registration, cancellations, special events and more! /WorthingtonOH

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Sports Line (weather info): (614) 786-7366

During inclement weather Worthington Parks and Recreation facilities will maintain normal operating hours for general recreation unless directed otherwise by the City Manager. We know you and your families need a place to play, so we maintain facility and program operations as long as instructors and staff are available. Program cancellation decisions are made independent of Worthington school closures. When possible, cancellations will be posted on Worthington’s Facebook page and on the WPRD sports line beginning at 8:30 AM for morning classes and 2:00 PM for afternoon and evening classes. Should weather conditions worsen after the indicated times, cancellation decisions will be made and communications handled in the best possible way according to the situation and staff resources. In the event of a weather related closure, programs and permit groups will be rescheduled, accounts credited or refunded. This Worthington Parks and Recreation brochure is printed on recycled paper.

Facility Information Worthington Residency Throughout this brochure, different fees are listed for Residents (R) and Non-Residents (NR). Resident fees apply to those who live or work in the city limits of Worthington, including spouses and school-aged children of those households. These households and companies pay taxes that support the Worthington Parks and Recreation Department and therefore pay the resident rate for memberships, programs, and rentals. All others pay the listed non-resident rate. Two proofs of residency are required at the time of registration to receive the resident rate. Examples of proof are a valid driver’s license, check with address, utility bill, or bank statement. Working Residents must work a minimum 20 hours per week for a company in the City limits of Worthington. Verification of payment of Worthington City taxes is required at the time of registration to receive the resident discount price. Acceptable verification is an original pay stub, dated within 30 days, that specifically denotes Worthington taxes being withheld.

Facility Memberships Community Center Member Benefits

• Members have access to the pools, fitness equipment and the walking/running track. • Members who are non-residents may register for programs one day earlier, and receive the lowest pricing on all group fitness classes, Spinning®, Yoga, and Pilates. • Through the Member Referral Program, members may earn WPRD Gift Certificates by referring new members to the Community Center. • Please ask for all Membership details at the Community Center Customer Service Desk.

Annual Membership Rates

Annual Memberships are valid for one year from date of purchase. Monthly payment options, debited directly from your bank account, are available for the purchase of annual memberships for a small additional fee. See Customer Service for complete details. Resident Non-Resident Youth (3–13 yrs) $100 $125 Individual $250 $325 Family* of Two $410 $535 Family* of Three $520 $675 Family* of Four $595 $775 Family* of Five $670 $870 Additional Person $25 each $25 each Senior Citizen** $175 $250 * A “Family” is defined as up to three adults in the same household, and their dependents up to and including age 22, residing on the premises.

Monthly Membership Rates

Monthly Memberships are valid for 30 days from date of purchase. The cost of a Monthly Membership can be applied to an Annual Membership if converted before the Monthly Membership expires. Resident Non-Resident Individual $40 $50 Senior Citizen** $30 $40 **A Senior Citizen is defined as someone 60 years of age or older.

Membership Refund Policies

• Annual and Monthly Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable, except in cases of hardship. • Refunds for hardship cases (Military Duty, medical reasons, or out of area moves) may be requested by sending email to Julie Stoltz at jstoltz@ci.worthington.oh.us. Proof of hardship is required.

Corporate Membership Packages

Corporate memberships are now available! There are many benefits to employers whose employees exercise regularly: lowers health care costs, reduces stress, improves productivity, concentration and morale, and reduces the number of absences. Please contact Julie Stoltz for rates or more information at jstoltz@ci.worthington.oh.us or by calling (614) 436-2743.

Griswold Center Daily Pass Rates

Valid for the day that it is issued and is not transferable. Child (age 3–17) $5 Senior Citizen** $6 Adult $8 Military $5 **A Senior Citizen is defined as someone 60 years of age or older.

Purchase an electronic punch card for multiple day passes at a discounted rate! Day Pass Card $56.00 Discounted price when card is used: Child (age 3–17) $3.50 Adult $7.00

WPRD Offers Healthways SilverSneakers® & PRIME® Programs Healthways SilverSneakers and PRIME members receive a no-cost Community Center and/or Griswold Center membership, which includes all member benefits. Eligibility for these insurancebased programs can be confirmed at the Community or Griswold Center customer service desks. For more detailed information about the SilverSneakers program, please see pages 28.

Member Benefits • The Griswold Center is a Parks and Recreation facility dedicated to providing quality programs and services to adults who are 55 years of age and older. We invite you to visit us for a tour. • Membership to the Griswold Center entitles you to three days of priority registration for Griswold Center programs and trips each month. • As a member you have the option to receive the quarterly brochures by mail which showcase current information about a wide variety of free and fee based programs available. • Membership to both the Griswold Center AND the Community Center entitles you to unlimited use of the Griswold Fitness Room for no extra charge (see page 31 for more information). • SilverSneakers® members also have unlimited use of the Griswold Fitness Room for no extra charge. Annual Membership Rates

Annual Memberships are valid for one year from date of purchase. Age 55 and over Age 54 and younger

Resident $10 $20

Non-Resident $15 $25

Refund Policies

• Annual Memberships are non-refundable and non-transferable.

Facility Rentals The Worthington Parks & Recreation Department has many opportunities for facility rentals, including the Community Center, Griswold Center, Selby Shelter, and sport fields in our parks. Rooms, fields, and equipment are available for meetings, seminars, private parties, or other purposes that do not compete with any of our programs. • Please be aware that no alcohol is allowed on the premises of any of our rental sites. • Groups are responsible for providing their own supplies, decorations, table coverings, food, etc. Set up and clean up of these items are the responsibility of the renter and must be included in the time of the rental. • The individual reserving the facility must be present during the entire permitted time. Payment is due at the time of the reservation.

For complete details on all rentable facilities, including rates and all policies, please see worthington.org or ask at the Customer Service desk at the Community Center or Griswold Center for a “Facility Rentals” booklet.

Visit us online at worthington.org for more information about memberships and facility rentals!

Community Center facilities can be reserved on the Mondays listed below: August 4, 2014 for September–December 2014 December 1, 2014 for January–March 2015 March 2, 2015 for April–May 2015 May 4, 2015 for June–August 2015 Reservations must be made in person a minimum of 3 days prior to the rental. Griswold Center facilities can be reserved on the Mondays listed below: August 4, 2014 for October–December 2014 December 1, 2014 for January–March 2015 March 2, 2015 for April–June 2015 May 4, 2015 for July–September 2015 Inquiries and requests may be made by calling or in person at least 2 weeks prior to the rental.

Registration Information General Registration Information Please Register Early!

Community Center Program Registration The Worthington Community Center offers a wide variety of free and fee based programs along with state of the art facilities. Membership is not necessary to participate in any of our programs or events.

Classes and trips with insufficient registration may be cancelled one week prior to the first class meeting.

Fall Registration Dates

Waiting List Procedures

Fall Programs & Aquatics Session I

Waiting lists are taken when programs are filled and efforts are made to accommodate those individuals. Those waitlisted for a program will be notified by phone if a spot becomes available. If notified, customers are encouraged to call back as soon as possible so that the spot may be reserved for them. If confirmation is not received within 24 hours, the next available person on the waiting list may be called.

Program Refund Policies • If your course is cancelled by Worthington Parks and Recreation, you will be notified by a phone call informing you that your money was automatically put on your WPRD account. You may receive a check upon request. • If you request a refund one week prior to the course start date, you will receive a full refund with the exception of an $8 processing fee. Choosing to leave the money as a credit on your account will eliminate the processing fee. • Missing any portion of a course or event due to vacation, schedule conflict, or other nonemergency situation does not justify receiving a refund or proration. • Convenience fees applied to online registrations are paid to the company hosting our site and are non-refundable. • Please allow four weeks for refunds to be processed.

Make Up Classes

In most cases, missed classes can not be made up. Classes are planned for a specific participant/ instructor ratio to allow maximum participation and individual attention.

Assisted Recreation

The Worthington Community Center is a provider and accepts payment from the Delaware County Board of Developmental Disabilities and the Franklin County Family & Children First Council. We are not currently equipped to bill or accept payment from Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Payment arrangements must be made prior to registration. Please contact Celia Tincher at (614) 436-2743 or ctincher@ci.worthington.oh.us.

(Fall Aquatics I Program dates: September 8–October 18)

Monday, August 18 Tuesday, August 19 Wednesday, August 20

Residents Working Residents / Members* Non-Residents

Fall Aquatics Session II

(Fall Aquatics II Program dates: October 27–December 13)

Monday, October 20 Tuesday, October 21 Wednesday, October 22

Residents Working Residents / Members* Non-Residents

*Course participant must be a member to qualify for priority registration.

Registration Procedures

Aquatics Registration Information

• There are no restrictions when registering for Parent/ Register Online Child or beginning level classes. These classes • Online registration begins at midnight for each include: Tiny Tots, Little Nemos, Flounder, Guppy I, respective registration date. Guppy II, and PM Pee Wee Pool Time. • Register online at: • If you are planning to register for an advanced class, http://online.activecommunities.com/worthington you must meet the prerequisites in order to register • If you are new to the Community Center or have online. Advanced classes include: Tadpole I, Tadpole never participated in any of our activities, you will II, Jr. Turtle, Turtle, Minnow, Porpoise, and Whale. need to have an account created prior to registering • If you have never taken a swim class at the Worthington online. You can create a new account on our online Community Center, you may be required to come in registration site (listed above). Please be advised and be tested by someone on our aquatic staff. that all accounts created online will default to non• There are no make up classes, so please schedule resident pricing until the account has been verified accordingly. by WPRD staff. Your account will be updated within 24 to 48 hours to reflect actual residency (proof may be required). Please be aware that all non-resident Program Age Requirements fees paid prior to verification are non-refundable, In order to support the success and safety of all individuals it including transaction fees assessed based on nonis important that participants are indeed “Program Ready.” resident pricing. • A non-refundable “convenience fee” is charged for all This means that the participant is: • Age appropriate (is the age/grade listed with the online registration. program description by the start date of the program) Register In Person • Able to use the restroom independently or with • In-person registration begins at 5:30 AM. minimal verbal prompting • Payment is due at the time of registration. We accept • Able to take direction and instruction from a staff Cash, Check, MasterCard, Visa, and Discover. person • Participants may register for three additional • Comfortable with, and able to interact in, a group households other than their own. environment Register By Mail • Interacts and participates in the program in a manner that is physically and emotionally safe for • Mail a completed registration form and your check themselves and others made payable to: Worthington Parks and Recreation Department. • Able to participate in the program independently or with reasonable accommodations • A printable PDF version of our registration form may be (For accommodations, please call Celia Tincher at found on our web site under Registration Information. (614) 436-2743 at least two weeks prior to the start • Please note any mailed or dropped off registration of the program) forms will be processed after 6:00 PM on your • Can function in a program with an approximate staff respective registration day. to participant ratio of: Age 3: 1 staff to 7 participants Ages 4–6: 1 staff to 8 participants Ages 7+: 1 staff to 15 participants Those interested in registering for a program who don’t meet the age/grade requirement may fill out a Registration Request Form for consideration by the program supervisor. Priority will be given to age appropriate participants first. If space is available, supervisors can then choose to add those participants that are younger or older, if appropriate.

Visit https://online.activecommunities.com/worthington to browse WPRD programs and register online!

Registration Information Griswold Center Program Registration The Griswold Center is a Parks and Recreation facility dedicated to providing quality programs and services to adults 55 years of age and older. After member registration, programs are available on a first come, first served basis to adults 18 years of age and older. We invite you to visit the Griswold Center and take a tour. Registration for Griswold programs is held on a monthly basis. Priority registration is given to Griswold Center Members. A membership is required to participate in any free, drop-in and ongoing programs. Anyone may register for trips or paid programs. Registration dates are listed below.

October Programs

November Programs

December Programs

Member Registration Dates Wednesday, September 24 – Residents Thursday, September 25 – Working Residents Friday, September 26 – Non-Residents

Member Registration Dates Wednesday, October 29 – Residents Thursday, October 30 – Working Residents Friday, October 31 – Non-Residents

Member Registration Dates Wednesday, November 19 – Residents Thursday, November 20 – Working Residents Friday, November 21 – Non-Residents

Non-Member Registration Saturday, September 27 – Open Registration

Non-Member Registration Saturday, November 1 – Open Registration

Non-Member Registration Saturday, November 22 – Open Registration

To Register for Programs

• On or after the day you are eligible to register, sign up for programs at the Griswold Center between the hours of 9:00 AM and 4:00 PM. • Make checks payable to Worthington Parks and Recreation Department. Use the resident discount fee if you live or work within the corporate city limits. • After the third day of registration, non-members may sign up for available programs. You may also register by mailing or dropping off your registration. The form will be held and processed at the end of the appropriate registration day. If an activity fills up before a “held registration” is processed, you will be enrolled on the waiting list and notified of your position. • Online registration for Griswold Center programs opens at 9:00 AM the day you are eligible to register. You can register online at http://online.activecommunities.com/worthington. You will need a barcode and PIN number, which can be obtained by calling or stopping by the Griswold Center. There is a non-refundable “convenience fee” for all online registration.

Transportation Policy

All Griswold Trips will depart from the Griswold Center at the time listed in the brochure. Transportation to the Griswold Center is available for all Worthington residents, including Melbourne, Stafford and The Residences of Worthington, upon request. Pick-ups for those needing transportation to the Griswold Center will begin 30 minutes before the departure time listed. Please call the Griswold Center if you have any transportation questions.

WPRD Photograph Policy Photographs/videos are occasionally taken of participants of activities and visitors to facilities of the Worthington Parks and Recreation Department. These photographs/videos are used to promote Parks and Recreation programming and facilities in future Activity Brochures and a variety of other City of Worthington publications and social media. If you prefer that you or your child not be photographed during a registered program, you must “opt-out” on or before the first day of each listed course by completing an “opt-out” form at the Department’s registration desk. For any non-registered activities or visits to our parks or facilities, please notify the photographer if you prefer that you or your child not be photographed.

Other Griswold Information Griswold Gazette

Pick up a copy of the monthly Griswold Gazette at the Griswold Center for timely information, new program listings and schedules, announcements, and funnies. Check it out!

Mailing List

Members of the Griswold Center who do not receive the The Bag can sign up for the mailing list by contacting the front desk at the Griswold Center. The mailing list is only available to Griswold Center members.

Library

Enjoy a good book or magazine in our cozy library. Books may be checked out; procedures are posted in the library. You can help with the jigsaw puzzle in progress or enjoy a board game with a friend—we have cribbage, backgammon, and Scrabble available.

Magnasight

Medicare and Insurance Claim Assistance

A trained OSHIIP (Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program) volunteer is available to provide counseling and information about insurance and assistance with doctor and hospital bills. Call the Griswold Center at (614) 842-6320 for more information.

Vial of Life

The Worthington Division of Fire and EMS, in cooperation with the Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging, is providing the Vial of Life program for residents of the community. This program allows your Emergency Healthcare providers to have quick and easy access to your medical history, current medications, and other vital information. Call Firefighter Ted Heineman or Inspector Craig Hall at (614) 885-7640 (Worthington Division of Fire) during business hours of 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM for more information about this free service. Packets may also be picked up at the Griswold Center.

Thanks to the generous donation from the Ohio Lions foundation and the Worthington Lions Club, this easy-touse magnifier is to assist those with visual impairment. Try it to read (or sign) documents, personal mail, magazines, books, and to help with writing. Please ask at the office if you need help using this equipment.

Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

Aquatics/Swimming Lessons Parent/Child Aquatic Programs Tiny Tots

Little Nemos

This class is also referred to as Parent Child Aquatics Level 1. A parent is required in the water with the child. The Tiny Tot swim class introduces basic skills to both the parents and the children. Parents will learn to work with their child including how to support and hold their child and prepare the child to try the skills on their own. Children are introduced to basic skills such as blowing bubbles, kicking their legs, floating on front and back, underwater exploration and much more.

This class is also referred to as Parent and Child Aquatics Level 2. A parent is required in the water with the child. This class is for those children ready to move up from the Tiny Tots (Parent & Child Aquatics Level 1) but are not yet old enough or ready for Flounder or Guppy I. Here the children improve on the skills learned in Tiny Tots. Children should be comfortable in the water and be able to move around by themselves with a parent or adult nearby.

Age: 6M–36M • Leisure Pool

Session I 6 wks.

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Session II 6 wks.

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R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 16

R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 16

11:00AM–11:45AM 6:15PM–7:00PM 10:00AM–10:45AM 5:15PM–6:00PM 9:00AM–9:45AM 10:00AM–10:45AM

Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 10–Oct 15 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 13–Oct 18 Sep 13–Oct 18

Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 29–Dec 10 Oct 30–Dec 11 Nov 1–Dec 13 Nov 1–Dec 13

Age: 2Y–3Y • Leisure Pool

Session I 6 wks.

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Session II 6 wks.

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R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 14

R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 14

11:00AM–11:45AM 5:15PM–6:00PM 7:15PM–8:00PM 10:00AM–10:45AM 6:15PM–7:00PM 10:00AM–10:45AM 11:00AM–11:45AM

11:00AM–11:45AM 7:15PM–8:00PM 5:15PM–6:00PM 10:00AM–10:45AM 6:15PM–7:00PM 10:00AM–10:45AM 11:00AM–11:45AM

Sep 8–Oct 13 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 13–Oct 18 Sep 13–Oct 18

Oct 27–Dec 8 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Nov 1–Dec 13 Nov 1–Dec 13

Our Thank You for Learning to Swim It may be break week from swim lessons, but that does not mean that your swimmer should not be in the water! At the end of the Fall Swim Lesson Session we want you to swim during break and play with the aquatic staff in the pool. This would be a perfect time for you to splash around with your swimmer, get to know the staff and reinforce the skills that they have learned through the session. Upon completion of the each session you will be given a pass from your instructor good for one adult and the participant to swim and play on the day designated on the card. Additional guests may swim at regular guest pass rates.

Fall Session Thank You Swim Thursday, October 23 | 6:00–8:00 PM For more information please contact Aquatics Supervisor Kevin Timmons at 614-436-2743 or ktimmons@ci.worthington.oh.us

The Family Changing Rooms will be closed for cleaning NOON–1:00 PM Monday–Friday.

PM Peewee Pool Time Age: 6M–5Y • Leisure Pool

Want to wear out the kids before bedtime? Come join us for some playtime in the pool. We will splash around, play with the toys, play some games and maybe even go down the “big’’ slide. There will be lots of splashing and fun! Just a reminder that all the children must be accompanied by an adult.

Session I

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Session II

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7:15PM–8:00PM R $39 | NR $51

Sep 11–Oct 16 Min. 3 | Max. 25

7:15PM–8:00PM R $39 | NR $51

Oct 30–Dec 11 Min. 3 | Max. 25

Children not yet potty trained must wear a swim diaper.

Flounder

Age: 30M–5Y • Leisure Pool

This class is a combination of Parent & Child Aquatics Level 2 and Preschool Aquatics 1. We kindly ask that parents come dressed and ready to be in the water with the child IF NEEDED the first couple of classes. Our goal will be to have the children in the water by themselves as soon as possible. The Flounder class is for preschool age children who may not be comfortable in the water. We will play games and do various activities to help the children become more comfortable in the water.

Session I 6 wks.

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Session II 6 wks.

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R $39 | NR $51

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R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 6

1:00PM–1:45PM 1:00PM–1:45PM 5:15PM–6:00PM 6:15PM–7:00PM 11:00AM–11:45AM 11:00AM–11:45AM 1:00PM–1:45PM 5:15PM–6:00PM 6:15PM–7:00PM 9:00AM–9:45AM 10:00AM–10:45AM

Sep 8–Oct 13 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 10–Oct 15 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 20–Oct 25 Sep 13–Oct 18

Oct 27–Dec 8 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 29–Dec 10 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Nov 1–Dec 13 Nov 1–Dec 13

Thanksgiving Week No swimming lessons will be held November 24–29. Register for Fall Aquatics Session I on August 18, 19, 20. Register for Fall Aquatics Session II on October 20, 21, 22. See page 4 for details.

Aquatics/Swimming Lessons Progressive Aquatic Lessons Age: 3Y–5Y • Leisure Pool

Progressive Lesson Requirements

Session I

When registering for any aquatics course that is Tadpole I (Preschool Aquatics Level 2) or higher, you are agreeing that your child meets the necessary requirements. The WPRD staff reserves the right to withdraw or transfer your child from the registered course if he or she does not meet the prerequisites.

Guppy I (Level 1 for Preschool Age)

Tadpole I (Level 2 for Preschool Age)

This class is also referred to as Preschool Aquatics Level 1. Prerequisites: Children should be comfortable in the water by themselves. Parents are not permitted in the water with the children in this class. This class is for preschool children who are beginning swimmers and are comfortable in the water by themselves. They will learn to enter and exit the water, submerge, and begin floating and swimming on their front and back.

This class is also referred to as Preschool Aquatics Level 2. Prerequisites: Completion of Preschool Aquatics 1 or Learn To Swim Level 1 (Introduction To Water Skills) or, demonstrate the following skills: Enter the water on their own, travel 5 yards and bob 3 times and return and exit the pool. Swim on front with face in water for 2 body lengths, float on back for 3 seconds. This level marks the beginning of independent aquatic locomotion skills. We will enter and exit the pool in slightly deeper water and they will learn to swim farther on their front and learn to swim on their back. Treading water motions will also be introduced.

Age: 3Y–5Y • Leisure Pool

Session I 6 wks.

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Mon Mon Mon Mon Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Wed Wed Wed Wed Thu Thu Thu Thu Sat Sat

Session II 6 wks.

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Mon Mon Mon Mon Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Tue Wed Wed Wed Wed Thu Thu Thu Thu Sat Sat

R $39 | NR $51

10:00AM–10:45AM 11:00AM–11:45AM 1:00PM–1:45PM 2:00PM–2:45PM 10:00AM–10:45AM 11:00AM–11:45AM 1:00PM–1:45PM 2:00PM–2:45PM 5:15PM–6:00PM 6:15PM–7:00PM 7:15PM–8:00PM 10:00AM–10:45AM 11:00AM–11:45AM 1:00PM–1:45PM 2:00PM–2:45PM 11:00AM–11:45AM 1:00PM–1:45PM 5:15PM–6:00PM 6:15PM–7:00PM 9:00AM–9:45AM 10:00AM–10:45AM

R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 6 Sep 8–Oct 13 Sep 8–Oct 13 Sep 8–Oct 13 Sep 8–Oct 13 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 10–Oct 15 Sep 10–Oct 15 Sep 10–Oct 15 Sep 10–Oct 15 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 13–Oct 18 Sep 13–Oct 18

Min. 3 | Max. 6 Oct 27–Dec 8 Oct 27–Dec 8 Oct 27–Dec 8 Oct 27–Dec 8 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 29–Dec 10 Oct 29–Dec 10 Oct 29–Dec 10 Oct 29–Dec 10 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Nov 1–Dec 13 Nov 1–Dec 13

6 wks.

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Mon Mon Tue Tue Tue Tue Wed Thu Thu Sat

Session II 6 wks.

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Mon Mon Tue Tue Tue Tue Wed Thu Thu Sat

R $39 | NR $51

10:00AM–10:45AM 2:00PM–2:45PM 10:00AM–10:45AM 2:00PM–2:45PM 6:15PM–7:00PM 7:15PM–8:00PM 1:00PM–1:45PM 10:00AM–10:45AM 6:15PM–7:00PM 11:00AM–11:45AM

R $39 | NR $51

10:00AM–10:45AM 2:00PM–2:45PM 10:00AM–10:45AM 2:00PM–2:45PM 6:15PM–7:00PM 7:15PM–8:00PM 1:00PM–1:45PM 10:00AM–10:45AM 6:15PM–7:00PM 11:00AM–11:45AM

Min. 3 | Max. 6 Sep 8–Oct 13 Sep 8–Oct 13 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 10–Oct 15 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 13–Oct 18

Min. 3 | Max. 6 Oct 27–Dec 8 Oct 27–Dec 8 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 29–Dec 10 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Nov 1–Dec 13

Evening swim lessons WILL be held on Thursday, October 30! (Beggar’s Night in the City of Worthington is Friday, October 31 from 6–8PM)

Jr. Turtles (Level 3 for Preschool Age) Age: 3Y–6Y • Leisure Pool

Also referred to as Preschool Aquatics Level 3. Prerequisites: Completion of Preschool Aquatics Level 2 (Tadpole 1) or Learn To Swim Level 2 (Fundamental Aquatic Skills), or demonstrate the following skills: Enter in water chest deep and glide 2 body lengths, roll over and float for 5 seconds and return to a standing position. Must do each of these skills on front and back. Also, swim 5 body lengths on front and back. In this level, we will provide additional guided practice at slightly more proficient performance levels and greater distances and times. This class is for younger children who have passed level 2 but may not be old enough or ready for the Turtle class in the lap pool. Session I 6 wks. R $39 | NR $51 Min. 3 | Max. 6 #26072 #26073 #26074 #26075 #26076 #26077 #26233

Mon Tue Wed Thu Thu Sat Wed

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Mon Tue Wed Wed Thu Thu Sat

Session II 6 wks.

3:30PM–4:15PM 5:15PM–6:00PM 4:30PM–5:15PM 6:15PM–7:00PM 7:15PM–8:00PM 9:00AM–9:45AM 2:00PM–2:45PM

Sep 8–Oct 13 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 10–Oct 15 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 13–Oct 18 Sep 10–Oct 15

R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 6

3:30PM–4:15PM 5:15PM–6:00PM 2:00PM–2:45PM 4:30PM–5:15PM 6:15PM–7:00PM 7:15PM–8:00PM 9:00AM–9:45AM

Oct 27–Dec 8 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 29–Dec 10 Oct 29–Dec 10 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Nov 1–Dec 13

Registration note: Registration will not be permitted for any progressive aquatics program after the completion of the second class meeting.

Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

Aquatics/Swimming Lessons Progressive Aquatic Lessons

Swim Level Testing

Guppy II (Level 1 for Youth)

Tadpole II (Level 2 for Youth)

Also referred to as Learn To Swim Level 1: Introduction to Water Skills. Prerequisites: Children should be comfortable in the water. This class is designed for school age children who are beginning swimmers and are comfortable in the water by themselves. In this level, we will help the children become more comfortable in the water. They will learn to enter and exit the water, submerge, and begin floating and swimming on their front and back.

This class is also referred to as Learn To Swim Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills. Prerequisites: Completion of Preschool Aquatics Level 1 or Learn To Swim Level 1 (Introduction To Water Skills) or demonstrate the following skills: Enter the water on their own and travel 5 yards, bob 3 times and return to the side and exit the pool, Swim on front with face in the water for 2 body lengths and float on back without support for 3 seconds.

Age: 6Y–14Y • Slide Area

Session I 6 wks.

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Mon Tue Tue Thu Thu Sat

Session II 6 wks.

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Mon Tue Tue Thu Thu Sat

R $39 | NR $51

4:30PM–5:15PM 3:30PM–4:15PM 7:15PM–8:00PM 3:30PM–4:15PM 7:15PM–8:00PM 11:00AM–11:45AM

R $39 | NR $51

4:30PM–5:15PM 3:30PM–4:15PM 7:15PM–8:00PM 3:30PM–4:15PM 7:15PM–8:00PM 11:00AM–11:45AM

Min. 3 | Max. 8 Sep 8–Oct 13 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 13–Oct 18

Min. 3 | Max. 8 Oct 27–Dec 8 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Nov 1–Dec 13

Age: 6Y–14Y • Slide Area

Session I 6 wks.

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Tue Thu Thu Sat

Session II 6 wks.

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Tue Thu Thu Sat

R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 8

R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 8

4:15PM–5:00PM 4:15PM–5:00PM 5:15PM–6:00PM 10:00AM–10:45AM

Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 13–Oct 18

Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Nov 1–Dec 13

Minnow (Level 4 for Youth) Age: 6Y–14Y • Lap Pool

This class is also referred to as Learn To Swim Level 4: Stroke Improvement. Prerequisites: Completion of Learn To Swim Level 3 (Stroke Development) or demonstrate the following skills: Jump into deep water and swim front crawl with rotary breathing for 15 yards, tread water for 30 seconds, and swim elementary backstroke for 15 yards. In this level, participants improve their skills and increase endurance by swimming front crawl and elementary backstroke further distances. We will also add arms to the scissors kick and learn the sidestroke. We will also learn back crawl, breaststroke, butterfly, and basics for turning at the wall.

Session I 6 wks.

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Evening swim lessons WILL be held on Thursday, October 30!

Mon Tue Tue Wed Thu Thu Sat

Session II 6 wks.

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(Beggar’s Night in the City of Worthington is Friday, October 31 from 6–8PM)

Turtle (Level 3 for Youth) Age: 6Y–14Y • Lap Pool

This class is also referred to as Learn To Swim Level 3: Stroke Development. Prerequisites: Preschool Aquatics 2, Learn To Swim Level 2 (Fundamental Aquatic Skills) or demonstrate the following skills: Enter in chest deep water and glide 2 body lengths, roll over and float 5 seconds, and then return to standing position. Must do each of these skills on their front and back. Swim on front and back for 5 body lengths. In this level, participants will learn to swim the front crawl with rotary breathing and the elementary backstroke. We will also learn to survival float, the scissors kick for the sidestroke, and the dolphin kick for the butterfly and we will also build on treading water.

Session I 6 wks.

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Mon Tue Tue Wed Thu Thu Sat

Session II 6 wks.

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Children may be tested during our open swim hours in order to determine their appropriate swim level.

Mon Tue Tue Wed Thu Thu Sat

R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 8

R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 8

3:30PM–4:15PM 4:15PM–5:00PM 7:15PM–8:00PM 3:30PM–4:15PM 3:30PM–4:15PM 7:15PM–8:00PM 11:00AM–11:45AM

Sep 15–Oct 20 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 10–Oct 15 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 13–Oct 18

Oct 27–Dec 8 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 29–Dec 10 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Nov 1–Dec 13

Mon Tue Tue Wed Thu Thu Sat

R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 8

R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 8

4:30PM–5:15PM 3:30PM–4:15PM 5:15PM–6:00PM 3:30PM–4:15PM 4:15PM–5:00PM 6:15PM–7:00PM 9:00AM–9:45AM

Sep 8–Oct 13 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 10–Oct 15 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 13–Oct 18

Oct 27–Dec 8 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 29–Dec 10 Oct 30–Dec 11 Oct 30–Dec 11 Nov 1–Dec 13

Fall Session Thank You Swim Thursday, October 23 | 6:00–8:00 PM For more information please contact Aquatics Supervisor Kevin Timmons at 614-436-2743 or ktimmons@ci.worthington.oh.us

Register for Fall Aquatics Session I on August 18, 19, 20. Register for Fall Aquatics Session II on October 20, 21, 22. See page 4 for details.

Aquatics/Swimming Lessons Progressive Aquatic Lessons

Aquatics/Pool Policies

Porpoise (Level 5 for Youth)

Whale (Level 6 for Youth)

Also referred to as Learn To Swim Level 5: Stroke Refinement. Prerequisites: Learn To Swim Level 4 (Stroke Improvement) or demonstrate the following skills: Feet first entry in deep water and swim front crawl for 25 yards, change direction and position and swim elementary backstroke 25 yards. Also swim backstroke 25 yards, Swim breaststroke for 15 yards and change direction and position and swim back crawl 15 yards.

This class is also referred to as Learn To Swim Level 6: Swimming and Skill Proficiency. Prerequisites: Learn to Swim Level 5 (Stroke Refinement) or demonstrate the following skills: Feet first entry in deep water and swim front crawl 50 yards, change position and direction and swim elementary backstroke 50 yards. Swim breaststroke 25 yards, change position and direction and swim back crawl 25 yards.

Age: 6Y–14Y • Lap Pool

Session I 6 wks.

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Session II 6 wks.

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R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 8

R $39 | NR $51

Min. 3 | Max. 8

6:15PM–7:00PM 5:15PM–6:00PM 10:00AM–10:45AM

Sep 9–Oct 14 Sep 11–Oct 16 Sep 13–Oct 18

Oct 28–Dec 9 Oct 30–Dec 11 Nov 1–Dec 13

Age: 6Y–14Y • Lap Pool

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Wed 6 wks. Sat 6 wks.

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Wed 6 wks. Sat 6 wks.

4:30PM–5:15PM R $39 | NR $51 9:00AM–9:45AM NR $39 | NR $51

Sep 10–Oct 15 Min. 3 | Max. 8 Sep 13–Oct 18 Min. 3 | Max. 8

4:30PM–5:15PM R $39 | NR $51 9:00AM–9:45AM NR $39 | NR $51

Oct 29–Dec 10 Min. 3 | Max. 8 Nov 1–Dec 13 Min. 3 | Max. 8

Thanksgiving Week No swimming lessons will be held November 24–29.

Swimming Age Policies • Pool policy requires one person, age 14 or older, in the water with each child age 4 or younger. • A responsible person age 14 or older must be present in the pool area for swimming groups of children ages 5–7. • Youth ages 8 and older may be unattended in the pool area. • Patrons must be 16 years old to use the hot tub. Children are not permitted to sit on the edge of the hot tub but must use the benches next to the hot tub.

Flotation Devices • All flotation devices must be U.S. Coast Guard approved. • Please remember that any child using a flotation device (regardless of their age must have an adult or responsible person, 14 years or older, in the water supervising them. • If you have a question about a specific flotation device, you may contact aquatics staff at (614) 436-2743.

Slide Policies

Teen/Adult Swimming Lessons

Swim Stroke Clinic

This class is designed for older teens and adults from beginning to advanced levels. The instructor will develop a program for each participant based on their skills and needs.

This program is for children who may have been on a summer swim team or have completed Level 4 of the learn to swim program. In this class, we will take the 4 competitive strokes and work on technique and endurance. At the end of the session we will try and arrange a mini swim meet with another recreation department with programs similar to ours.

Age: 14Y and up • Lap Pool

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Thu 6 wks. Sat 6 wks.

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Thu 6 wks. Sat 6 wks.

7:15PM–8:00PM R $39 | NR $51 11:00AM–11:45AM R $39 | NR $51

Sep 11–Oct 16 Min. 3 | Max. 12 Sep 13–Oct 18 Min. 3 | Max. 12

7:15PM–8:00PM R $39 | NR $51 11:00AM–11:45AM R $39 | NR $51

Oct 30–Dec 11 Min. 3 | Max. 12 Nov 1–Dec 13 Min. 3 | Max. 12

Age: 6Y–17Y • Lap Pool

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M, W, F 6 wks. M, W, F 6 wks.

4:30PM–5:15PM R $98 | NR $127 4:30PM–5:15PM R $98 | NR $127

Sep 8–Oct 17 Min. 4 | Max. 12 Oct 27–Dec 12 Min. 4 | Max. 12

• Children must go down the “small slide” feet first and should use the steps to climb onto the slide. • Children must be 48 inches or taller or be able to swim to use the “big blue slide.” Parents are not permitted to take or catch their children at the bottom. Flotation devices are not permitted on the slide. You must go down the slide feet first either lying or sitting down.

For a full list of pool policies please visit worthington.org.

Water Aerobics programs are available for ages 16 and up. See page 27 for class listings. Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

Preschool Programs Parent/Child Programs Art for You and Me

Little Hands, BIG FUN!

Come have lots of fun together with your special someone. We’ll create many masterpieces using fruits and vegetables, glue, clay and more. The possibilities are endless! Wear old clothes. Instructor: Michelle Brevick

This class is designed for adult and children to put aside their busy day and just have some fun. We will do music, crafts and play games. Infants are welcome for free if they are with a registered toddler but we do ask that the adult be able to participate/help the toddler with the activities. Instructor: Peggy Dignan

Age: 18M–36M • Art Studio

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Tue 6 wks. Tue 6 wks.

9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39 10:30AM–11:30AM R $30 | NR $39

Age: 18M–36M • South Gym

Sep 9–Oct 14 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Sep 9–Oct 14 Min. 4 | Max. 8

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Wed 6 wks. Wed 6 wks.

No class November 26

9:15AM–10:15AM R $28 | NR $36 9:15AM–10:15AM R $28 | NR $36

Sep 10–Oct 15 Min. 8 | Max. 24 Oct 29–Dec 10 Min. 8 | Max. 24

Tumbling for Two

Just the Two of Us

Age: 18M–36M • Community Room

Age: 18M–36M • Art Studio

What a great way to spend some one on one time with that special someone. Lots of messy paint fun we’ll have while creating a special hand print calendar for the new year as well as other holiday treasures. Dress for a mess! Instructor: Michelle Brevick

Have fun with your little one in this child/parent tumbling class. We will stretch, tumble and play our way through this half hour of fun. We will help your toddlers develop their coordination and balance and also teach them safe tumbling skills. Tumbling for two means fun for your toddler and you. Instructor: Taylor Lindsey

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6 wks. #26206 Tue 6 wks.

Tue 6 wks. Tue 6 wks.

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9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39 10:30AM–11:30AM R $30 | NR $39

Oct 28–Dec 9 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Oct 28–Dec 9 Min. 4 | Max. 8

2:15PM–2:45PM R $24 | NR $31 3:00PM–3:30PM R $24 | NR $31

Sep 9–Oct 14 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Sep 9–Oct 14 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Creative Programs Cookies, Crumbs and Muffins

Oodles of Art fun

Songs, Stories, Show & Tell

Do you love cookies, how about muffins? Your help is needed to stir, bake and taste-test our yummy creations. Some of our creations will include apples, pumpkin and chocolate. We will read stories, play games and clean up the bakery while our creations are baking and cooling. Head Baker: Michelle Brevick

There’s lots of fall art fun waiting for you. We’ll paint with apples, print with leaves, make a clay pumpkin patch along with a surprise or two. Wear old clothes because this fun could be messy! Instructor: Michelle Brevick

This class will focus on singing songs, listening to stories, and taking turns sharing something from home—all related to a different theme each week. We’ll add in some other musical activities as well as make an instrument. So, ‘If you’re happy and you know it - join this class!’ Clap clap! Instructor: Jennifer Button

Age: 4Y–6Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

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9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 8–Oct 13 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Kidtastic Adventures Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

What kind of adventure would you choose? Here are a few of our specialties: Follow the clues for a treasure hunting adventure, put on your mask and cape for a super hero adventure and dust off your magnifying glass for a detective adventure. No special equipment or training is needed. However, imaginations are required to experience these escapades. Instructor: Michelle Brevick #25923 Wed 6 wks.

1:00PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 10–Oct 15 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Magical Majestic Friends Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

Enter into the realm of magic where you might find an elusive unicorn and a friendly warty toad. You may stumble upon a wizard practicing spells in his tower. Continue on your magical journey and discover the mighty majestic dragon protecting his kingdom. Bring your imaginations! Instructor: Michelle Brevick #25922 Wed 6 wks.

9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 10–Oct 15 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Age: 3Y–6Y • Pottery Studio

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10:30AM–11:30AM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 11–Oct 16 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

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Fri 6 wks. Fri 6 wks.

Sep 12–Oct 17 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Oct 31–Dec 12 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Time Travelers

Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

The time machine has been programmed to take us to different places in time. We’ll drop in at the castle and meet the Wizards, Kings & Knights of the Round table. Go back further to prehistoric times and visit cave people and dinosaurs. Take a quick trip forward and meet some alien life forms. Who knows what or who we’ll find! Instructor: Michelle Brevick #25933 Wed 6 wks.

No class November 26

1:00PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Oct 29–Dec 10 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Who Did It?

Age: 3Y–6Y • Pottery Studio

Dust off your sleuthing hat and polish your magnifying glass. Let’s have fun and solve the mysteries of ‘who did it’? As detectives, we will check fingerprints and question peculiar characters roaming near by. Your magnifying glass will come in handy to see what your naked eye missed. Maybe you can even create your own mysteries for others to solve. Instructor: Michelle Brevick #25925 Thu 6 wks.

No class November 28

9:30AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39 9:30AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

1:00PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 11–Oct 16 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Preschool Programs Combo Programs

Combo Programs

Big Kids, Big Fun

Superhero Spectacular

You’ve turned three and you’re ready to venture out on your own. This class will begin with open play. Then we will come together for songs and finger plays, simple games and crafts. The perfect combination for your first ‘big kid’ class Instructors: Peggy Dignan & Nancy Haynes

It’s a bird, it’s a plane, it’s...you! Each week we will have games and crafts focused on a superhero—Superman, Batman and Robin, Spiderman and Aquaman. Fly on over and join the fun! Instructor: Recreation Staff

Age: 3Y–5Y • South Gym

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Thu 6 wks. Thu 6 wks.

No class November 27

9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39 9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 11–Oct 16 Min. 6 | Max. 12 Oct 30–Dec 11 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Jedi® Academy

Age: 4Y–6Y • South Gym

Join us for a fun day at our Jedi® academy. In the academy will make light sabers, complete a Jedi® obstacle course and make a treat. We will also participate in other Jedi® related activities. Instructor: Michael Burgdorfer #25998 #25999

Mon 1 wk. Mon 1 wk.

1:00PM–2:30PM R $10 | NR $13 1:00PM–2:30PM R $10 | NR $13

Sep 22 Min. 6 | Max. 12 Oct 27 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Dance Programs Big Kid Ballet

Age: 4Y–6Y • Community Room

Is your son or daughter ready for dancing fun? We will learn ballet basics, such as arm and foot positions as well as experiment moving our bodies to a variety of musical styles. This is a great way to loosen up after morning kindergarten or preschool. Students need to be 4 years old by the start of class. Since this is not a parent/child class, please make sure your child is comfortable being dropped off while you relax or view the class from the window. Ballet attire or heavy socks are suggested clothing. #25905 #25906

Thu 6 wks. Thu 6 wks.

No class November 27

11:15AM–NOON R $30 | NR $39 11:30AM–12:15PM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 11–Oct 16 Min. 4 | Max. 12 Oct 30–Dec 11 Min. 4 | Max. 12

Tiny Dancers

Age: 24M–48M • Community Room

This class is designed to introduce your son or daughter to the wonderful world of ballet and movement using a variety of classical and contemporary music. With the focus on fun, we will use ribbons, wands and hula hoops to discover the different ways music makes us feel and move. Since this is not a parent/child class, please make sure your child is comfortable being dropped off while you relax or view the class through the window. Comfortable clothes and smooth soled shoes will allow for ease of movement. #25901 #25903 #25912 #25902 #25904 #25913

Thu 6 wks. Thu 6 wks. Fri 6 wks. Thu 6 wks. Thu 6 wks. Fri 6 wks.

Age: 4Y–7Y • North Gym

#26337 Wed 6 wks.

Sep 10–Oct 15 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Wacky Wednesdays Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

Wednesdays are wacky at the Community Center! There’s a lot of fun to be had in two hours! We will play games, do art, make music, go nutty for nature, become scientists and chefs and even swim in the pool! Every Wednesday will be new and exciting! A schedule will be mailed out a week before class begins. Children must be potty trained and comfortable in the water. Instructor: Recreation Staff #26338 Wed 6 wks.

No class November 26

10:00AM–NOON R $48 | NR $62

Oct 29–Dec 10 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Keenie Fassbender has over 20 years of dance experience in a variety of disciplines, instructing adults and children. She was awarded a “Pass Plus” upon examination from the Royal Academy of Dance, London, England.

Tiny Tapping Toes

Does your child like to ‘tap’ around the house or enjoy tapping their feet to the beat of music? This is the class for them! We will move our bodies to the beat of a variety of styles of music and learn the very basics of tap dancing. Since this is not a parent/child class, please make sure your child is comfortable being dropped off while you relax or view the class through the window. Comfortable clothes and children’s tap shoes are required attire. #25914 #25915

Fri 6 wks. Fri 6 wks.

Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

No class November 28

11:00AM–11:30AM R $25 | NR $33 11:00AM–11:30AM R $25 | NR $33

Dash & Splash

Age: 4Y–7Y • South Gym

Dash and splash your way through Thursday afternoons. Each week we will complete different activities including dashing to the gym, completing art projects, and other themed activities! We will also splash around in the pool, playing fun water games. Each class will be a new activity for you and your friends. A tentative schedule will be mailed out to all participants. Instructors: Recreation Staff #25958 #25959

Thu 6 wks. Thu 6 wks.

No class November 27

1:00PM–3:00PM R $48 | NR $62 1:00PM–3:00PM R $48 | NR $62

Sep 11–Oct 16 Min. 10 | Max. 20 Oct 30–Dec 11 Min. 10 | Max. 20

Gym & Swim

Age: 4Y–7Y • South Gym

Age: 3Y–4Y • Community Room

No class November 27 & 28

10:00AM–11:30AM R $45 | NR $59

with Lunch Bunch option

Sep 12–Oct 17 Min. 4 | Max. 10 Oct 31–Dec 12 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Have fun this Fall at the Community Center! We will spend an hour in the gym playing with our pre-school toys and bikes followed by active games! The final hour will be spent in the pool trying out all of its fun features. Please have your child wear a bathing suit under their clothes and bring a towel. Instructor: Recreation Staff #25962 #25963

Fri 5 wks. Fri 5 wks.

No class November 28

1:00PM–3:00PM R $40 | NR $52 1:00PM–3:00PM R $40 | NR $52

Sep 12–Oct 10 Min. 10 | Max. 20 Oct 31–Dec 5 Min. 10 | Max. 20

Lunch Bunch

Age: 4Y–7Y • Fishbowl

Have lunch with your friends each week prior to Dash & Splash or Gym & Swim. Pack your lunch and enjoy dining with your friends. If your chid is in the morning Kidstuff program, we will transport them to the Lunch Bunch and eat prior to these afternoon programs. Instructors: Recreation Staff

No class November 27 & 28 Dash & Splash Lunch Bunch #25960 #25961

Thu 6 wks. Thu 6 wks.

12:30PM–1:00PM R $10 | NR $13 12:30PM–1:00PM R $10 | NR $13

Gym & Swim Lunch Bunch #25972 #25973

Fri 5 wks. Fri 5 wks.

12:30PM–1:00PM R $8 | NR $10 12:30PM–1:00PM R $8 | NR $10

Sep 11–Oct 16 Min. 4 | Max. 18 Oct 30–Dec 11 Min. 5 | Max. 16 Sep 12–Oct 10 Min. 5 | Max. 16 Oct 31–Dec 5 Min. 5 | Max. 16

Preschool Programs Active Programs Little Dunkers

Run and Play

This class will stress lead-up games and activities to teach the fundamental skills of basketball. These skills will be taught in a fun environment to give your child a positive first experience with basketball. Instructor: Recreation Staff

Run and Play is a great introductory class for your little one! We will begin with free play time and then play fun group games like Duck, Duck, Goose; Red Light, Green Light; obstacle courses and parachute. Give your child a head start on following simple directions, socialization with others, and private time with peers. Run and play is an active addition to your day. Instructor: Recreation Staff

Age: 4Y–7Y • North Gym

#26336 Mon 5 wks.

No class November 24

1:00PM–1:45PM R $25 | NR $33

Nov 3–Dec 8 Min. 8 | Max. 16

Pee-Wee Football

Age: 4Y–7Y • North Gym

In this class we will teach your child the basics of football in a fun and encouraging environment. We will throw, kick and run throughout the gym with the football. We will play games and use drills to help make your child’s experience with football one which will keep them coming back for more. Instructor: Recreation Staff #25953 #26339

Thu 3 wks. Mon 3 wks.

10:30AM–11:15AM R $15 | NR $20 1:00PM–1:45PM R $15 | NR $20

Sep 11–Sep 25 Min. 8 | Max. 14 Sep 29–Oct 13 Min. 8 | Max. 14

Age: 4Y–7Y • North Gym

#25957 Mon 6 wks.

10:30AM–11:30AM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 8–Oct 13 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Sporties for Shorties Age: 4Y–7Y • South Gym

This class is great for the youngster who wants to learn a little bit about a lot of different sports. Besides learning the basics of soccer, basketball and T-ball, we may also learn about sports like hockey, track & field and football. Instructors: Recreation Staff #25942 #25943

Tue 6 wks. Fri 5 wks.

No class November 28

1:00PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39 9:30AM–10:30AM R $25 | NR $33

Sep 9–Oct 14 Min. 10 | Max. 24 Oct 31–Dec 5 Min. 10 | Max. 24

Tiny Tees Golf

Age: 4Y–7Y • North Gym

Jump Start Sports

Let your little one learn the basics of golf in a safe, fun atmosphere. We will use age appropriate equipment to teach basic skills: putting, chipping and driving. We will also play fun games that reinforce golf terminology, etiquette and rules. Instructor: Mike Burgdorfer #25955 Thu 3 wks.

Registration is offered online at www.jumpstartsports.com If you have questions,please contact Aaron Bally at abally@jumpstartsports.com or by phone at 440-371-6585.

T-Birds T-Ball

Age: 3Y–4Y • McCord Park

A fun and highly instructional introduction to baseball for 3 and 4 year old boys and girls. Players learn the basics of throwing, catching, fielding, batting, and base running, and then apply what they have learned in fun, noncompetitive games. Jump Start Sports staff members conduct the instruction and oversee the game play while volunteer team coaches assist. Participants receive a MLB replica hat, team shirt, and participation medal. Wed 5:30PM–6:30PM Sep 10–Oct 8 6 wks. R $60 | NR $72 Min. 10 | Max. 48 All registration include a nominal convenience fee.

Hummingbirds Soccer Age: 3Y–5Y • McCord Park

Players have fun and learn the basics of soccer: dribbling, passing, trapping, shooting, defense, and positioning in this program. Each session consists of instruction in each aspect of the game, participation in fun drills that are designed to teach fundamental skills to young children, and low-key, non-competitive games. All coaching will be conducted by Jump Start Sports staff, put parents my assist. Participants will receive a team shirt and participation medal. Fri 5:30PM–6:30PM Sep 12–Oct 10 6 wks. R $60 | NR $72 Min. 10 | Max. 40 All registration include a nominal convenience fee.

10:30AM–11:15AM R $15 | NR $20

Oct 30–Nov 13 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Tiny Tot Tennis & Volleyball Age: 4Y–6Y • North Gym

This combination class is designed to teach your child the basics of tennis and volleyball. Each week we will learn fundamentals of each sport through drills and fun games. Tennis racquets are provided. Instructor: Recreation Staff #25956 Thu 3 wks.

No class November 27

10:30AM–11:15AM R $15 | NR $20

Nov 20–Dec 11 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Tiny Tots Soccer

Age: 4Y–7Y • North Gym

This class will focus on teaching your child the basics of soccer. We’ll cover passing, dribbling, shooting goals and goaltending. We will also scrimmage and participate in fun drills. Instructor: Recreation Staff #25954 Thu 3 wks.

10:30AM–11:15AM R $15 | NR $20

JumpBunch for Toddlers

Age: 18M–36M • Community Room

JumpBunch helps children build healthy habits through weekly fitness activities. Coaches will engage students with age appropriate lessons and different activity/ sport each week. Children will be eager to participate in our positive, active, safe and non-competitive environment. While enjoying each lesson, participants will build balance, coordination, agility, fitness and an interest in sports. #25996 #25997

Sat 5 wks. Sat 6 wks.

9:30AM–10:00AM R $40 | NR $52 9:30AM–10:00AM R $48 | NR $62

Sep 6–Oct 4 Min. 4 | Max. 10 Oct 18–Nov 22 Min. 4 | Max. 10

JumpBunch

Age: 3Y–5Y • Community Room

Introduce your child to healthy habits in JumpBunch sports and fitness classes. This program provides fun, age appropriate fitness and sports activities designed to build coordination, balance and motor skills. Classes feature warm ups and sport skills development with a new activity each week. #25990 #25991

Sat 5 wks. Sat 6 wks.

10:00AM–10:45AM R $45 | NR $58 10:00AM–10:45AM R $52 | NR $67

Sep 6–Oct 4 Min. 4 | Max. 10 Oct 18–Nov 22 Min. 4 | Max. 10

JumpBunch — Mom’s Morning Off Age: 3Y–7Y • North Gym

Run your errands, have coffee with friends, or take the morning off each Tuesday this Fall. Your child will have a great morning of structured sports and fitness, and crafts, games and free play led by JumpBunch Coaches. Each session features a different activity theme covering sports, sports readiness skills, fitness activities and working together. All equipment will be provided. Instructors: JumpBunch Staff #26013 #26014

No class November 25

Tue 6 wks. Tue 6 wks.

9:00AM–11:30AM R $95 | NR $120 9:00AM–11:30AM R $95 | NR $120

Sep 9–Oct 14 Min. 6 | Max. 20 Oct 28–Dec 9 Min. 6 | Max. 20

For more information about JumpBunch, check our their website at www.jumpbunch.com or call (614) 403-7681.

Oct 2–Oct 16 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Tumble Tykes

Tumble Tykes 2

Tumble over to the Community Center to learn the basics of gymnastics in a fun, non-competitive atmosphere. Preschoolers will learn movements and skills that increase flexibility, coordination, strength and balance through instruction and game play. Your child will not only learn new skills, but will gain self-confidence and body control. Instructor: Taylor Lindsey

This program is designed for children who have completed a session of Tumble Tykes and are looking to a further progression in gymnastics. We will review the previous skills we learned and progress into new techniques to improve flexibility and tumbling skills. Instructor: Taylor Lindsey

Age: 3Y–6Y • Community Room

#26204 #26205

Tue 6 wks. Tue 6 wks.

1:15PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39 1:15PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 9–Oct 14 Min. 4 | Max. 12 Oct 28–Dec 2 Min. 4 | Max. 12

Age: 3Y–6Y • Community Room

#26536 Tue 6 wks.

No class November 25

2:15PM–3:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Oct 28–Dec 2 Min. 4 | Max. 12

Preschool Programs Holiday & Seasonal Programs

One Day Workshops

Fall Clay Creations

Art for the Holidays

Cats, bats and pumpkins oh my! There will be lots of exciting clay creations to make. With just a pinch a roll and a twist we’ll make ghosts, witches and wind chimes. Instructor: Michelle Brevick

We will create turkeys, glorious angels, red nosed reindeers, and unique, one of a kind ornaments and more. We will use lots of paint, clay and many more fun art mediums. Dress for a mess and join the fun. Instructor: Michelle Brevick

Age: 3Y–6Y • Pottery Studio

#25917 Mon 6 wks.

1:00PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 8–Oct 13 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

#25934 Thu 6 wks.

Fall into Fall

No class November 27

10:30AM–11:30PM R $30 | NR $39

Oct 30–Dec 11 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Age: 4Y–6Y • Art Studio

Come greet the fall colors with a great imagination. We will create some wonderful fall projects so you can bring the beautiful colors inside. Weather permitting we will be going outside to the fall season. Instructor: Peggy Dignan #25896 Mon 5 wks.

9:15AM–10:15AM R $25 | NR $33

Sep 8–Oct 6 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Halloween Mischief Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

Join us for lots of ‘witch crafting’ fun. Celebrate the spirit of Halloween through reading some magical tales. We’ll make flower pot characters, odds and ends monsters, clay pumpkins and bats and maybe a special Halloween treat! Instructor: Michelle Brevick #25920 Tue 6 wks.

1:00PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 9–Oct 14 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Special Holiday events like the Halloween and Holiday parties are listed on page 20, along with Fall Family Night dates and more!

For more information, call 614-436-2743.

The holidays are around the corner but there is still time for some last minute holiday fun. Join us for one or all of these exciting workshops. We’ll make some treasures that you’d be proud to share and have some holiday fun that is sure to get you in the spirit. Instructor: Michelle Brevick

Gift Making

#25964 Mon 1 wk.

1:00PM–3:00PM R $12 | NR $15

Dec 15 Min. 4 | Max. 8

#25965 Tue 1 wk.

9:15AM–11:15AM R $12 | NR $15

Dec 16 Min. 4 | Max. 8

#25966 Wed 1 wk.

1:00PM–3:00PM R $12 | NR $15

Dec 17 Min. 4 | Max. 8

#25967 Thu 1 wk.

9:15AM–11:15AM R $12 | NR $15

Dec 18 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Holiday Decorations

Graham Cracker Houses

YUM! Just in time for the holidays. Join us in the bakery (kitchen) where we will mix, measure and especially tastetest our holiday creations. Some of our specialties will be peppermint bark and candy cane cookies. We will play games and clean up the kitchen while our teats are cooking. Instructor: Michelle Brevick

Cookie Decorating

Age: 3Y–6Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

#25928 Mon 6 wks.

No class November 24

9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

Oct 27–Dec 8 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Holiday Happenings Age: 4Y–6Y • Art Studio

This class is chock full of holiday fun. We’ve got three great holidays to cover in 6 short weeks. We will do art projects, play games and fill your home with fun holiday decor. Tis’ the season! Instructor: Peggy Dignan #26004 Mon 6 wks.

Saturday, October 11 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at the Griswold Center

The costume exchange will take place Saturday afternoon, October 11 from 10:00AM–1:00PM. Costumes are not available for purchase, only to swap. The Worthington Community Center will also accept costumes from those individuals who want to donate to the event but not receive a costume in exchange. Any costumes left over after the swap will be donated or retained for next year’s swap. In addition to picking out a new costume, children can also participate in fun activities and eat a healthy treat.

Age: 4Y–6Y • Art Studio

Candy Canes & Chocolate Kisses

Respook, Rewear, Rescare… Halloween Costume Exchange

Has your child outgrown his or her Halloween costume but it still looks like new? The Worthington Community Center is accepting clean, gently used Halloween costumes starting September 22 for its first “Respook, Rewear, Rescare: Halloween Costume Exchange”. Participants are invited to drop off the costumes at the Worthington Community Center during normal business hours. Donors will receive one ticket for each costume they donate, to use to select a new costume on the day of the swap.

Preschool Holiday Workshops

No class November 24

9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

Oct 27–Dec 8 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Snackin’ With Santa

Age: 1Y–12Y • Community Room

To begin our special time, we will make a wonderful holiday craft. As you finish your craft, you may enjoy a delicious snack. Next, the sound of Christmas carols will fill the room in hopes of bringing in Old St. Nick. Once Santa arrives, he will want to spend time with each one of you. Make sure to bring a camera to capture this special moment. We will also decorate cookies while you’re waiting. No one should miss out on this event.

Elf’s Workshop

Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

Help is needed at the North Pole to create some special surprises for those who are near and dear to you. Some of our creations will need to be painted, glued and decorated, while others will be formed by clay and glazed. Helpers will also enjoy a special treat or two. Come create an awesome treasure for someone you love. Head Elf: Michelle Brevick #25931 #25932

Tue 6 wks. Wed 6 wks.

No class November 25 & 26

1:00PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39 9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

Oct 28–Dec 9 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Oct 29–Dec 10 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Holiday Clay Creations

Age: 3Y–6Y • Pottery Studio

Let’s start the creative season making some turkey’s, angels and festive trees. With a ball of clay and a twist of imagination, you will create pinch pots, garlands and more. Instructor: Michelle Brevick #25935 #25936

Mon 6 wks. Thu 6 wks.

Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

No class November 24 & 27

1:00PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39 1:00PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Oct 27–Dec 8 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Oct 30–Dec 11 Min. 4 | Max. 8

#26009 #26010

Tue 1 wk. Tue 1 wk.

5:00PM–6:00PM R $15 | NR $20 7:00PM–8:00PM R $15 | NR $20

Dec 9 Min. 12 | Max. 24 Dec 9 Min. 12 | Max. 24

Winter Break Preschool Open Gym Age: 1Y–6Y • North Gym

Join us in the gym for fun, play, and interaction. A wide variety of large and fine motor equipment is available. There is something for everyone! This is a drop-in program so no pre-registration is required. Every child or family of children must be accompanied by an adult. Infants under the age of 1 year may attend for free with a paid sibling. Fee is $2/day, payable at the Customer Service Desk. Mon Tue Mon Tue Fri

December 22 December 23 December 29 December 30 January 2

10:30AM–NOON 10:30AM–NOON 10:30AM–NOON 10:30AM–NOON 10:30AM–NOON

$2 $2 $2 $2 $2

Youth Programs Active Programs

Art & Action Combo Program

Basketball Clinic

Junior Tennis

This clinic is designed for anyone who would like to learn more about organized basketball. We will cover dribbling, passing, shooting, offense and defense. Fundamentals will be covered the first weeks and then we will break up into teams and scrimmage. Instructor: Recreation Staff

This class is designed to teach the basics of tennis and eye-hand coordination. This will be done in a fun fashion with stretching and warm-up exercises followed by drills and games. The basics include forehand, backhand, forehand and backhand volley and the serve. Tennis racquets are provided. Instructors: Recreation Staff

Grade: 4–6 • North Gym

#25988 Mon 6 wks.

No class November 24

4:30PM–5:30PM R $30 | NR $39

Oct 27–Dec 8 Min. 8 | Max. 20

Grade: K–6 • South Gym (Gr. K–3) | North Gym (Gr. 4–6)

#25944 Gr. K–3 #25945 Gr. 4–6 #25946 Gr. K–3 #25947 Gr. 4–6

Wed 6 wks. Wed 6 wks. Wed 6 wks. Wed 6 wks.

No class November 26

4:00PM–5:00PM R $30 | NR $39 4:00PM–5:00PM R $30 | NR $39 4:00PM–5:00PM R $30 | NR $39 4:00PM–5:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 10–Oct 15 Min. 4 | Max. 16 Sep 10–Oct 15 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Oct 29–Dec 10 Min. 4 | Max. 16 Oct 29–Dec 10 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Muscles in Motion

Grade: 1–4 • South Gym

This program will focus on keeping you moving through games and exercises focused on physical fitness. Each class will consist of a variety of conditioning drills and gym games to keep your muscles in motion. Instructor: Taylor Lindsey #26535 Thu 6 wks.

3:30PM–4:30PM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 11–Oct 16 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Art and Action

Grade: 1–6 • Art Studio

Join us for an hour and a half of artistic, athletic action! We will start off with some free play time with our friends, then we’ll mix it up with art projects and gym games. Get the best of both worlds by joining this new action-packed, expressive class. Instructor: Taylor Lindsey #26210 Tue 6 wks.

No class November 25

3:30PM–5:00PM R $45 | NR $59

Oct 28–Dec 9 Min. 8 | Max. 20

Supervised Elementary Open Gym Grade: K–6 • North Gym

During this supervised gym participants will be able to have time for individual and group activities. Come work on your sport skills, play on scooters and burn off energy with friends. This open gym is free for residents and Community Center members. Non-residents may participate for a $12 fee. Please pre-register. Instructor: Recreation Staff #26492 6 wks. #26493 6 wks.

Mon 3:30PM–5:30PM Residents: No Fee | NR $12 Tue 3:30PM–5:30PM Residents: No Fee | NR $12

Sep 8–Oct 13 Min. 8 | Max. 24 Oct 28–Dec 9 Min. 8 | Max. 24

Supervised Swim

Grade: K–6 • Fishbowl

Children will have an hour and a half to enjoy our leisure pool under the supervision of Community Center Staff. Children will check in and spend time in the pool interacting with their friends while our staff makes sure they are safe and secure. You may pack a snack to eat during rest period. Children will be required to check out with a parent at the 5:00 rest break. Instructor: Recreation Staff

Badminton Clinic and Junior Badminton League are available for ages 7 and up. Please see page 19 for program details.

Flag Football

Grade: 3–6 • McCord Park

#25951 #25952

Fall is for football and this class is designed to help teach your football fans more about the game. We will learn different pass routes, kick field goals, learn plays and scrimmage. This class is held at the McCord Park soccer field. We will meet in the South Gym if it is raining. Instructor: Recreation Staff #25985 Mon 6 wks.

4:00PM–5:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Learn basics of gymnastics and tumbling in a fun, noncompetitive atmosphere. Tumbling will not only increase flexibility, coordination, strength and balance, but will improve self-confidence and body control. Because the ‘progressive step’ method of teaching is used, this class is great for the first time gymnast, or for someone who wants to improve their basic skills. Tumble over to the Community Center for a fun time. Instructor: Taylor Lindsey

Grade: K–6 • South Gym

We will spend an hour in the gym playing active games and then jump in the pool for an hour of splashing around! In between, we will have a snack attack. Try the giant slide, current channel and vortex! Please have your child wear a bathing suit under their clothes and bring a towel and a snack/drink. Instructor: Recreation Staff 3:30PM–5:30PM R $48 | NR $62

Oct 27–Dec 8 Min. 10 | Max. 20

Junior Hoops

Grade: 1–3 • North Gym

This class will consist of teaching basketball skills through drills and games. These skills will be taught in a fun environment to give your child a positive experience. We will use adjustable backboards to meet your child’s comfort level. Instructor: Recreation Staff #25987 Mon 6 wks.

No class November 24

3:30PM–4:30PM R $30 | NR $39

Oct 27–Dec 8 Min. 8 | Max. 20

Sep 12–Oct 10 Min. 10 | Max. 25 Nov 7–Dec 5 Min. 10 | Max. 25

Grade: K–6 • South Gym

Gym, Snack and Swim

#26345 Mon 6 wks.

No class November 28

3:30PM–5:00PM R $25 | NR $33 3:30PM–5:00PM R $25 | NR $33

Tumbling Time

Sep 8–Oct 13 Min. 8 | Max. 20

No class on November 24

Fri 5 wks. Fri 5 wks.

#26335 Tue 6 wks.

Grade: 3–6 • South Gym

Get out of the house and bring your NERF® dart shooter to the community center for a showdown with your friends. We will engage in a variety of activities including shooting at targets and breaking into teams for an all out showdown. We will set up barriers in the gym and build forts. Participants must bring their own NERF® dart shooter and darts. Please make sure all your equipment is labeled. Instructor: Mike Burgdorfer Fri 1 wk. Fri 1 wk.

4:00PM–5:30PM R $10 | NR $13 4:00PM–5:30PM R $10 | NR $13

Sep 9–Oct 14 Min. 5 | Max. 10

Winter Break Elementary Open Gym

NERF® Dart Games

#26000 #26001

4:00PM–5:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 26 Min. 8 | Max. 20 Dec 19 Min. 8 | Max. 20

Age: Grades 1–6 • South Gym

The Gym will be open for fun and games during the Holiday break from school. Activities include group games, sports, races, free play and fun. This supervised, drop in activity is $4 per child per day payable at the Customer Service desk. Mon Tue Mon Tue Fri

December 22 December 23 December 29 December 30 January 2

10:30AM–NOON 10:30AM–NOON 10:30AM–NOON 10:30AM–NOON 10:30AM–NOON

$4 $4 $4 $4 $4

Youth Programs Active Programs

Martial Arts Programs

Youth Fitness

Age: 10Y–13Y • South Gym

Intro to Hapkido

You don’t have to be on the soccer team or dancing in recitals to be fit and healthy. Our Youth Fitness program will keep you active for 60-minutes! You’ll develop skills and healthy habits for life in this non-competitive class. This class will explore different types of fitness activities. Please pre-register. Instructors: Ryan Shamansky and Scott Huston #25810 #25811

Thu 6 wks. Thu 6 wks.

4:30PM–5:30PM R $18 | NR $24 4:30PM–5:30PM R $18 | NR $24

Age: 13Y and up • Community Room

Hap-Ki-Do is a soft martial art which is focused on using an opponent’s energy. Hapkido is more than just techniques; for some of us it is a way of life in order to resolve conflict or issues. Learning this art will change your outlook on tough situations, channel your fears into positive energy, and will build your strength leaving you feeling healthier, younger, and more focused. Students will gain knowledge in the following categories: basic terminology, principles of Hap-Ki-Do, falling, kicking, self-defense techniques, and more! Please pre-register. Instructor: Tony Banks

Sep 4–Oct 9 Min. 4 | Max. 20 Oct 16–Nov 20 Min. 4 | Max. 20

Find more fitness options for the entire family on pages 22–26!

#25808 #25894 #25895

Youth Running

Age: 7Y–13Y • Fitness Area

Wed 6 wks. Wed 6 wks.

4:30PM–5:30PM R $18 | NR $24 4:30PM–5:30PM R $18 | NR $24

7:00PM–8:00PM R $25 | NR $35 7:00PM–8:00PM R $30 | NR $40 7:00PM–8:00PM R $20 | NR $30

Sep 8–Oct 6 Min. 4 | Max. 15 Oct 13–Nov 17 Min. 4 | Max. 15 Nov 24–Dec 15 Min. 4 | Max. 15

Kids In Karate — And Adults Too!

This class will emphasize the fundamentals of Youth Running that include: making running fun, emphasis of good technique, participation, self-improvement, gradual workloads, charting, rewards, and friendships. Please pre-register. Instructor: Ryan Shamansky #25812 #25813

Mon 5 wks. Mon 6 wks. Mon 4 wks.

Age: 7Y and up • Community Room

This program is under the direction of Grandmaster Jon M. Stephens (over 35 yrs. exp.) Students will develop & improve coordination, agility, strength, poise, selfconfidence, control, & discipline. Other skills learned include; social interaction in dealing with a bully, leadership, and good old-fashioned common courtesy. Our Kids In Karate—And Adults Too allows the family to train together. We have students reach their goals of becoming Black Belts with our curriculum and direction. Please pre-register. Instructor: Master Robert Tuttle

Sep 3–Oct 8 Min. 4 | Max. 10 Oct 15–Nov 19 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Fall Open Gym Time

Thursdays, September 11–December 11*, 7:00–9:00 PM The North Gym will be open to all Worthington Residents with proper ID and Community Center Members. Non-residents may participate for a $4 fee. All participants must check in at the Customer Service Desk to receive a wrist band before entering the gym. Basketballs, soccer balls and footballs will be available and staff will be on hand to monitor the use of the space.

#25800 #25801 #25802

Wed 6 wks. Wed 6 wks. Wed 4 wks.

7:00PM–8:30PM R $66 | NR $86 7:00PM–8:30PM R $66 | NR $86 7:00PM–8:30PM R $44 | NR $58

Sep 3–Oct 8 Min. 10 | Max. 40 Oct 15–Nov 19 Min. 10 | Max. 40 Nov 26–Dec 17 Min. 10 | Max. 40

*No Open Gym November 27 due to Thanksgiving holiday hours.

Drama Programs Drama: Selfish Giant

Drama: The Jingle of the Polar Express

A giant builds a wall around his beautiful garden…when he returns he finds children in his garden. Winter, the real baddies of the show are snow, frost, wind, and hail. Giant eats trespassers… can a child make the giant change? Instructor: Candace Mazur-Darman

For all of you who believe. Let’s celebrate the 25th anniversary with a brilliant performance of this beloved holiday classic. Instructor: Candace Mazur-Darman

Age: 5Y–7Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

#26347 Thu 7 wks.

5:45PM–6:45PM R $65 | NR $84

Sep 11–Oct 23 Min. 6 | Max. 20

Age: 6Y–13Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

#26348 Thu 5 wks.

No class November 27

5:45PM–7:30PM R $65 | NR $84

Nov 6–Dec 11 Min. 6 | Max. 20

Drama: The Canterrville Ghost Age: 8Y–13Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

An American family faces the ghost of an English country manor with astounding good humor and amusement. The apparitions and pranks of the old ghost are understood by the eldest daughter, who aids in his desire to rest. The ghost knew William Shakespeare…Humor and Suspense. Instructor: Candace Mazur-Darman #26346 Thu 7 wks.

7:00PM–8:00PM R $65 | NR $84

Sep 11–Oct 23 Min. 6 | Max. 20

Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

Youth Programs Creative and Educational Programs

Sew Much Fun

American Red Cross Babysitting Clinic

LEGO® Maniacs

In this class, boys and girls learn to handle many problems encountered while babysitting. We will cover such topics as infant and toddler care, safety, emergency situations, both disciplining and entertaining children, basic first aid, ageappropriate toys and games, your responsibilities as a sitter and more. Topics will be covered in the form of movies, discussion, demonstrations, work sheets and practice. Please do not sign up if you know you cannot attend all three classes. Participants must be 11 years old by the last day of class. *Participants are encouraged to bring a snack and drink to class. Instructor: Deb Pound

If you like building with and using your imagination, then join us and dig into our big boxes of LEGO® bricks and build, build, build. Each week, builders will be given a theme at the beginning of class, and then build a LEGO® creation of their own design. At the end of each class, participants place their work in the main hall display case for all to see. Instructor: Recreation Staff

Age: 11Y and up • Conference Room

#26231 #26232

Wed 3 wks. Wed 3 wks.

4:00PM–6:00PM R $45 | NR $59 4:00PM–6:00PM R $45 | NR $59

Sep 10–Sep 24 Min. 5 | Max. 8 Oct 15–Oct 29 Min. 5 | Max. 7

One Day Workshops

Elementary Holiday Workshops Grade K–6 • Art Studio

Candle Making & More #25974 Mon 1 wk.

4:00PM–6:30PM R $15 | NR $19

Dec 15 Min. 4 | Max. 8

#25975 Tue 1 wk.

4:00PM–6:30PM R $15 | NR $19

Dec 16 Min. 4 | Max. 8

#25976 Wed 1 wk.

4:00PM–6:30PM R $15 | NR $19

Dec 17 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Soap Making & More Making Mini Trees

Grade: 1–3 • Art Studio

#26208 Thu 6 wks.

4:00PM–5:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Sep 11–Oct 16 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Spell Casting Clay Creations Grade: 1–6 • Pottery Studio

Out of clay we will create leaf prints, a cache of pumpkins and some floating ghosts. You may even conjure up a witch or wizard. Create your own spell casting creations. Instructor: Michelle Brevick #25926 #25927

Mon 6 wks. Tue 6 wks.

4:00PM–5:15PM R $42 | NR $55 4:00PM–5:15PM R $42 | NR $55

Sep 8–Oct 13 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Sep 9–Oct 14 Min. 4 | Max. 8

New!

Age: 7Y and up with an adult • Art Studio

Are you seeking an opportunity to create a project with a special child in your life? Do you have basic sewing knowledge but forget some of the details? Now is the time to dust off that machine and bring it along with your creative seamstress-in-training child for a fun parent/ child sewing class. Each class will feature a different project that will be completed in full during the 2 hour class. Adult participating should have a working sewing machine and basic understanding of said machine. Fabric requirements for each project will be sent to participants prior to the class beginning to allow you to select your own fabrics. (Cost of fabrics/material is not included in class price. Participants are responsible for bringing their own fabrics, sewing machine, needles, fabric scissors and thread). Instructor: Lesley Cross

Simply Festive Clay

Grade: 1–6 • Pottery Studio

Create delightful gifts for the holidays. Make turkeys, napkin rings, angels, candle holders and other gifts that will be treasured. Instructor: Michelle Brevick #25937 #25938

Mon 6 wks. Tue 6 wks.

No class November 24 & 25

4:00PM–5:15PM R $42 | NR $55 4:00PM–5:15PM R $42 | NR $55

Oct 27–Dec 8 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Oct 28–Dec 9 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Historic Worthington Bike Tours Family Bike Tour of Historic Worthington Age: 7Y and up • Meet at the Griswold Center

Calling all kids and your families! Grab your bicycles and come explore some of Worthington’s historic treasures by wheel. Tours will depart from the Griswold Center and visit the Orange Johnson House, St. John’s Cemetery where particpants can make grave rubbings, historic destinations on High Street, and conclude with pioneer games on the Village Green. Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Helmet and water bottle recommended. Preregistration encouraged. #26543

Sat 1 wk.

1:00PM–3:00PM Fee: $5

Sep 20 Min. 5 | Max. 40

Historic Worthington Bike Tour

Age: 14Y and up • Meet at the Griswold Center

This bicycle tour will explore the history of Worthington and its many iconic neighborhoods. Cyclists will explore neighborhoods such as Rush Creek Village, Colonial Hills, Medick Estates, Fox Lane and Old Worthington while also visiting interesting landmarks throughout the community. Pre-registration recommended. #26542

Sat 1 wk.

NOON–3:00PM Fee: $5

Sep 20 Min. 5 | Max. 40

Registration is open now! These tours are a partnership between the Worthington Historical Society and the Worthington Parks & Recreation Department.

Mom and Me Skirts

This class will teach you to sew an elastic waist skirt for each of you. #25636 #25637

Sat 1 wk. Sat 1 wk.

10:00AM–NOON R $30 | NR $39 10:00AM–NOON R $30 | NR $39

Sep 6 Min. 4 | Max. 10 Nov 8 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Art Folio

This on the go art set is perfect for the budding artist who enjoys having their art supplies with them where ever they go. The folio features slots for crayons and notebook. Velcro closure and handles. #25638 #25639

Sat 1 wk. Tue 1 wk.

10:00AM–NOON R $30 | NR $39 6:00PM–8:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Oct 11 Min. 4 | Max. 10 Dec 2 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Sleep over Bag

Create your own sleep over bag, complete with space for pillow, change of clothes and favorite stuffed animal. Bag will include carrying straps so you’re ready to grab and go. #25640 #25641

Sat 1 wk. Sat 1 wk.

10:00AM–NOON R $30 | NR $39 10:00AM–NOON R $30 | NR $39

Sep 27 Min. 4 | Max. 10 Dec 13 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Teen/Adult Programs Assisted Recreation Programs

Free Informational Workshops

Friday Night Fun

Saturday Night Live

Building a Confident Retirement

Join us for these fun activities for young adults who need some level of support. These events offer the opportunity for social experiences out in the community. Activities are held every other Friday (please note back to back events 10/17 & 10/24) times vary. Participants who require special health care or those who need one-on-one assistance will be required to provide their own attendant and pay all activity fees for the attendant. Transportation for the activities is provided by a lift bus to accommodate 2 wheelchairs. There is a separate program number if you will be participating in a wheelchair. The program fee covers the cost of transportation and supervision. All activity fees are paid directly to the staff the night of the activity. A flyer with complete details of each event will be sent home prior to each activity. Instructors: Amanda Chiles, Sue Hoffmannbeck. For questions you can contact Amanda Chiles (614)266-5592 or AmandaChiles@icloud.com

Join us for fun activities for adults who need some level of support. These events offer the opportunity for social experiences out in the community. Activities are held on 6 Saturdays, times vary. (back to back events 10/18&10/25) Participants who require special health care or those who need one on one assistance will be required to provide their own attendant and pay all activity fees for the attendant. Transportation for the activities is provided by a lift bus to accommodate 2 wheelchairs. Please use correct program number for wheelchairs. The program fee covers the cost of transportation and supervision. All activity fees are paid directly to the staff the night of the activity. A flyer with complete details of each event will be sent home prior to each event. Instructors: Amanda Chiles, Sue Hoffmannbeck. For questions you can contact Amanda Chiles (614)266-5592 or AmandaChiles@icloud.com

With the markets and economy changing all the time, you may feel less than confident about reaching your retirement goals. This seminar will offer tips and strategies that can help you: Plan to bring your retirement dreams and goals more within reach. Help you prioritize your retirement saving and spending plans to address what is most important to you. Identify risks that could throw your retirement plans off track. This is an informational seminar. There is no cost or obligation, but please pre-register. Presented by Jared M. Hoffman, CFP with Ameriprise Financial

Age: 13Y–26Y • Lobby

#26005

Fri 6 wks.

5:00PM–10:00PM R $115 | NR $140

Sep 19–Dec 5 Min. 8 | Max. 14

#26006

Fri 6 wks.

5:00PM–10:00PM R $115 | NR $140

Sep 19–Dec 5 Min. 2 | Max. 2

Wheelchair Participant

Age: 16Y and up • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Age: 29Y and up • Lobby

#26007

Sat 6 wks.

6:00PM–11:00PM R $115 | NR $140

Sep 20–Dec 6 Min. 8 | Max. 14

#26008

Sat 6 wks.

6:00PM–11:00PM R $115 | NR $140

Sep 20–Dec 6 Min. 2 | Max. 2

Wheelchair Participant

Assisted Recreation Payments

The Worthington Community Center is a provider and accepts payment from the Delaware County Board of Developmental Disabilities and the Franklin County Family & Children First Council. We are not currently equipped to accept payment from Franklin County Board of Developmental Disabilities. Payment arrangements must be made prior to registration. Please contact Celia Tincher at (614) 436-2743 or ctincher@ci.worthington.oh.us.

Educational Programs Age: 14Y and up • Worthington Fire Department

The Worthington Fire Department is offering CPR Training through the American Heart Association. Course manuals are not included in the fee and must be purchased before the class.* Classes are held at the Worthington Fire Department.

CPR Training: Healthcare Provider

This is a certified course for the Healthcare Provider covering one and two-person CPR for infant, child and adults, choking emergencies and the use of barrier devices and the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). #26355 #26356

Sat 1 wk. Sat 1 wk.

9:00AM–NOON Fee: $45 9:00AM–NOON Fee: $45

Sep 6 Min. 1 | Max. 9 Nov 1 Min. 1 | Max. 9

CPR Training: Heartsaver AED

This is a certified course for the lay-person covering one-person CPR for infant, child and adults, choking emergencies and the use of the Automated External Defibrillator (AED). #26357 #26358

Sat 1 wk. Sat 1 wk.

9:00AM–NOON Fee: $25 9:00AM–NOON Fee: $25

Oct 4 Min. 1 | Max. 9 Dec 6 Min. 1 | Max. 9

Spanish I is an introduction to the Spanish language. You will have a Spanish name and learn basic vocabulary, numbers, colors, days of the week, etc. Come learn Spanish and have fun with different activities. Buy one time work book for $15.00 that can be used for Spanish I, II & III. Hasta La Vista!! Instructor: Soledad Rojas-Kooi Wed 6 wks. Wed 6 wks.

No class November 26

6:15PM–7:00PM R $66 | NR $86 6:15PM–7:00PM R $66 | NR $86

Sep 10–Oct 15 Min. 6 | Max. 10 Oct 29–Dec 10 Min. 6 | Max. 10

Spanish II

Age: 16Y and up • Conference Room

Spanish II is a continuation of Spanish I. We will use the vocabulary we know, new vocabulary and verbs. Games and fun will be our motto. Continuing students may use the same book. New students can purchase a book from the instructor for $15.00. Instructor: Soledad Rojas-Kooi #25983 #25984

Wed 6 wks. Wed 6 wks.

*Course manuals are available from the following: Worldpoint www.eworldpoint.com Channing-Bete http://www.aha.channing-bete.com/ Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

Oct 15 Min. 5 | Max. 30

Dirty Dozen Life and Estate Planning Mistakes to Avoid Age: 18Y and up • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Proper life and estate planning can offer you and your loved ones peace of mind. The Dirty Dozen Life and Estate Planning Mistakes is an entertaining and interactive program discussing planning for your life and the legacy you wish to leave behind. During this program we will explore common mistakes people make in planning and how you can avoid them. We will discuss planning for your future, preparing for unforeseen disability, instructions for end of life decisions, and instructions for asset distribution. You will learn how to achieve peace of mind for you and your loved ones. Please pre-register for this informational program. Presented by Logan Philipps, J.D., M.A. with Resch and Root, LLC #26359 Tue 6:30PM–8:30PM Sep 16 #26360 Tue 6:30PM–8:30PM Nov 4 1 wk. No Fee Min. 3 | Max. 20

Age: 16Y and up • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Age: 16Y and up • Conference Room

#25981 #25982

6:30PM–7:30PM No Fee

Four Cornerstones of Your Financial Future

Spanish I

CPR Training

#26361 Wed 1 wk.

No class November 26

7:00PM–8:00PM R $66 | NR $86 7:00PM–8:00PM R $66 | NR $86

Sep 10–Oct 15 Min. 4 | Max. 10 Oct 29–Dec 3 Min. 4 | Max. 10

During this complimentary seminar, you’ll learn: Strategies you can use that can help you feel more confident about reaching your financial goals. Tips on how aligning four key concepts — cash management, protection, investing, and tax planning— can help you bring your dreams and goals more within reach Ways you can identify and correct critical gaps in your current financial plan. This is an informational seminar. There is no cost or obligation, but please pre-register. Presented by Jared M. Hoffman, CFP with Ameriprise Financial #26362 Tue 1 wk.

6:30PM–7:30PM No Fee

Nov 18 Min. 5 | Max. 30

Diabetes Prevention Program How the program works: This 12-month, group-based program consists of 16 one-hour weekly sessions, followed by monthly sessions with a trained lifestyle coach. It is designed to help you stay healthy, active, and motivated.*

Learn to: • Eat healthy • Lose weight

• Stay active • Reduce stress

Class Dates:

Worthington Community Center Mondays, September 8–December 22, 2014 6:00PM–8:00PM Please see page 27 for complete details and registration information for this program.

Teen/Adult Programs Pottery Programs Pottery: End of the Day Clay Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

Enjoy the therapeutic relaxation of creating with clay. Work on the potter’s wheel with individualized instruction or create your own direction in handbuilding projects. Potter’s wheel demonstrations will ignite your inspiration. Basic WheelThrowing is the pre-requisite to this class. Instructor: Lynn Wheeler #26217 #26218

Wed 5 wks. Wed 7 wks.

No class November 26

6:00PM–9:00PM R $90 | NR $112 6:00PM–9:00PM R $126 | NR $151

Sep 17–Oct 15 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Oct 29–Dec 17 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Instructor Lynn Wheeler’s workshops emphasize learning and improving your wheel-throwing skills. Instruction is directed to your personal skill level in each workshop, so repeat participants are welcome.

Pottery Workshop: Clay Time Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

We all have that pottery to-do list. You can practice, start, or finish up those clay projects (wheel-thrown or handbuilt) calling for your attention in this unstructured workshop. Instructor: Lynn Wheeler

Pottery: Centered in Clay Saturdays

#25011 Thu 1 wk.

The instructional focus will be your personal progress and individual goals on the potter’s wheel, with tips, info, and demonstrations designed to help you build your skills. This can be your personal lesson plan on the wheel, or work on handbuilding, trimming or glazing. Basic Wheel-Throwing is the pre-requisite. Instructor: Lynn Wheeler

Pottery Workshop: Basic Wheel Throwing—Give It a Try!

Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

#26220 #26221

Sat 4 wks. Sat 5 wks.

11:00AM–2:30PM R $84 | NR $109 10:00AM–1:30PM R $105 | NR $130

Sep 20–Oct 11 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Oct 25–Nov 22 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Pottery: Holiday Weekend in Clay— Pots and Potluck! Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

Your opportunity to work in clay all day, or all weekend! Plus, we’ll do a potluck. Sign-up for any, or all of the 4 sessions. Basic Wheel Throwing is the pre-requisite. Instructor: Lynn Wheeler #26227 #26228 #26229 #26230

Sat 1 wk. Sat 1 wk. Sun 1 wk. Sun 1 wk.

10:30AM–1:30PM R $18 | NR $23 2:00PM–5:00PM R $18 | NR $23 10:30AM–1:30PM R $18 | NR $23 2:00PM–5:00PM R $18 | NR $23

Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

Come join our light hearted class where we use our imaginations to create whimsical clay creations using hand building and sculpting techniques Instructor: Michelle Brevick Thu 6 wks. Thu 6 wks.

No class November 27

6:00PM–8:30PM R $90 | NR $112 6:00PM–8:30PM R $90 | NR $112

Sep 4 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

For ALL level potters (beginners or experienced) who wish to learn or strengthen wheel-throwing techniques at your level. The class will emphasize basic wheel-throwing processes and reinforce specific skills including wedging, centering, pulling up walls and shaping. New to the potter’s wheel? Bring some friends or family members and join us in this fun and easy way to give wheel-throwing a try. This class is the pre-requisite to the other wheel-throwing workshops. Advance sign-up of 1 week is needed for this class #25014 #26216

Sun 1 wk. Thu 1 wk.

1:00PM–4:00PM R $25 | NR $33 6:00PM–9:00PM R $25 | NR $33

Sep 7 Min. 3 | Max. 6 Oct 23 Min. 3 | Max. 6

Sep 11–Oct 16 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Oct 30–Dec 11 Min. 4 | Max. 8

#26223 Fri 1 wk.

6:00PM–9:00PM R $25 | NR $33

Oct 3 Min. 4 | Max. 6

Pottery Workshop: Slip Trailing Age: 18Y and up • Pottery Studio

Your imagination is the only limit in using this fun technique to add decoration, texture and dimension to your wheel-thrown or handbuilt work. NO pre-requisite for this workshop. Student provides leather-hard pots (handbuilt or wheel-thrown) to decorate. Instructor: Lynn Wheeler #26224 Sun 1 wk.

1:00PM–4:00PM R $25 | NR $33

Nov 2 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Pottery Workshop: Candle Holders & Luminaries Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

Handbuilders as well as wheel throwers will enjoy exploring the many ways to express the magic of a lit candle casting your personal design and shadows around the room. Cut out a favorite name, word or image, or cut out abstract or nature inspired designs that express your personal style. We’ll make/ construct the pots in the first class, and trim, finish and cut out the designs in the second class. Basic Wheel-Throwing is the pre-requisite. Instructor: Lynn Wheeler 6:00PM–9:00PM R $50 | NR $65

Nov 7, Nov 21 Min. 4 | Max. 6

Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

Tips & techniques for tiny pots, spoons, jewelry, buttons, etc., handbuilt and/or wheel thrown. Your imagination calls. No prerequisite. Instructor: Lynn Wheeler

Pottery Workshop: Moving Up and Out

#26538 Fri 1 wk.

6:00PM–9:00PM R$25 | NR$33

Dec 12 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

This workshop is for those who can confidently center clay. We will practice the steps, techniques and tips needed to easily center larger amounts of clay to make larger pots on the wheel. Basic Wheel Throwing is the prerequisite. Basic WheelThrowing Process, PART 1 is a pre-requisite. Instructor: Lynn Wheeler #26219 Fri 1 wk.

6:00PM–9:00PM R $25 | NR $33

Sep 19 Min. 4 | Max. 6

Pottery Workshop: A Set of Sundays

For those of us who like to play with clay, we’ve set up a couple of days to help the winter break pass. Instructor: Michelle Brevick

No pre-requisite. Mark your calendar to unwind and let your creativity flow by working in clay in our cheerful, naturally-lit pottery studio. You can start, practice, or finish up those pottery projects (wheel-thrown or handbuilt) calling for your attention in these relaxed and unstructured Sunday afternoons. Instructor: Lynn Wheeler

Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

6:00PM–9:00PM R $50 | NR $65

Maximize your throwing skills, as well as your kitchen cabinet space, when you make a set of nesting bowls designed to your own vision and style, with a little help from this workshop’s tips and inspiration. You’ll enjoy a healthy sense of accomplishment with this project. Basic Wheel-Throwing is the pre-requisite. Instructor: Lynn Wheeler

Pottery Workshop: Tiny Treasures

Whimsical Break Special

#25989 Thu 2 wks.

Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

#26225 Fri 2 wks.

Dec 13 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Dec 13 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Dec 14 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Dec 14 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Whimsical Clay Creations

#25939 #25940

6:00PM–9:00PM R $25 | NR $33

Pottery Workshop: Nesting Bowls

Dec 18, Jan 8 Min. 4 | Max. 8

#26222 Sun 1:00PM–4:00PM Sep 28–Oct 26 3 wks. R $63 | NR $79 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Class meets Sep 28, Oct 12 & Oct 26

Advance Registration is appreciated and will ensure that the programs you want will take place.

Teen/Adult Programs Creative Programs Beginners Sewing

New!

Age: 16Y and up •Art Studio

Learn to make clothing and how to read and follow sewing patterns. Participants will learn how to operate a sewing machine and other basic sewing skills. Projects in this course will include clothing construction, home decor crafts, as well as children’s costumes and clothing. Join us for fun fashion projects and socializing. Take home knowledge you can use on your own craft and fashion ideas. Instructor: Felicia Dunson #26383 #26384

Tue 6 wks. Tue 6 wks.

No class November 25

6:00PM–8:00PM R $60 | NR $78 6:00PM–8:00PM R$60 | NR$78

Sep 9–Oct 14 Min. 4 | Max. 10 Oct 28–Dec 9 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Fusion Glass Fun

Age: 16Y and up • Art Studio

Stained Glass

Age: 16Y and up • Art Studio

If you want to learn how to craft stained glass art, or work on a project with available equipment, hands-on assistance and enjoy camaraderie of other artisans, this class is for you. You will learn or sharpen skills of glass cutting and shaping, copper foiling, soldering, use of patinas, and have use of the equipment you need to design and complete your desired project. Tools and studio workspace are provided. Students will need to purchase some of their own supplies. Each person creates a project of their choosing and work at their own pace. Note that the first session has basic instruction important for new glass artisans. Instructor: Susan Scritchfield #26353 #26354

Wed 6 wks. Wed 6 wks.

No class November 26

6:30PM–9:00PM R $66 | NR $86 6:30PM–9:00PM R $66 | NR $86

Sep 10–Oct 15 Min. 4 | Max. 12 Oct 29–Dec 10 Min. 4 | Max. 12

Find your medium of expression in this ancient process of Glass Fusing. Come join us to explore this art using special glass to create projects of colored beauty. Glass cuttings and the use of powders, frits and rods will help you finish your project. Please wear old clothes: this is a messy class. Supplies are extra, and are available for purchase at class, online, or locally. New students please attend the first class for lecture information. Instructor: Jordan Smith #26011 #26012

Mon 6 wks. Mon 6 wks.

No class November 24

6:30PM–8:30PM R $72 | NR $93 6:30PM–8:30PM R $72 | NR $93

November 2, 2014 1:00–4:00 PM Heads up, brides-to-be: If you still have a few (or many!) items left on your wedding planning to-do list, clear your schedule for November 2, 2014 from 1:00–4:00PM. Worthington Weddings annual bridal show is sure to have useful information to help you pave the way to your big day, whether you’re just getting started or tweaking the final details. Everything for the wedding, honeymoon and home is on display, and brides and grooms are able to meet potential wedding providers face-to-face. The event will feature over 70 local vendors specializing in everything from flowers to pictures to hair. And you won’t leave empty-handed: All guests will be eligible to win door prizes from vendors. The first 200 pre-registered brides-to-be will receive a swag bag full of exciting goodies. (Program #26539) For more information about the show or to pre-register, contact Julie at jsergent@ci.worthington.oh.us.

Sep 15–Oct 20 Min. 6 | Max. 10 Oct 27–Dec 8 Min. 6 | Max. 10

Admission is FREE.

Active Programs Adult Golf Lessons: Westerville Golf Center Group lessons, open to beginners through advanced. P.G.A. certified golf instructor, Michael J. Woodruff, teaches the natural, logical and easy way to learn the simple mechanics of the golf swing. Also included are exercises and drills to help improve your game. Held at Westerville Golf Center (WGC), 450 Schrock Road, with covered, heated tees. Price of balls NOT included in price of lessons. In event of extreme inclement weather, contact WGC 882-9079. Group lessons means the instructor will spend a portion of the class giving you individual attention, not the entire period. Instructor: Mike Woodruff Mon 6 wks. Mon 6 wks.

6:00PM–7:00PM R $72 | NR $94 7:00PM–8:00PM R $72 | NR $94

Men’s Open Basketball

Smash it! Come and experience the speed! Badminton is a full-body workout sport that builds quick reflexes, aerobic endurance, and rapid hand-eye coordination. Basic knowledge of badminton rules is required. Badminton Clinic is also available for beginners. Player evaluations and division assignments will take place on the first day of the league. Instructor: Derek Lee (ckdlee01@hotmail.com)

The open basketball program is an opportunity for individuals to play organized pick-up games. We will play full court or 4 on 4 on the side courts depending on the amount of participants. Walk-in participants will only be accepted if space is available at a cost of $6. Instructor: Breck Brown

Age: 7Y and up • South Gym

Age: 13Y–100Y • Golf Tees

#26341 #26342

Badminton League

Sep 8–Oct 13 Min. 5 | Max. 8 Sep 8–Oct 13 Min. 5 | Max. 8

No class October 11

Junior League (Ages 7Y–15Y) #26332 Sat 10 wks.

2:15PM–6:30PM R $68 | NR $88

Adult League (Ages 16Y and up) #26330 Sat 10 wks.

2:15PM–6:30PM R $68 | NR $88

Sep 13–Nov 22 Min. 6 | Max. 12 Sep 13–Nov 22 Min. 12 | Max. 40

Badminton Clinic: For All Levels Age: 7Y and up • South Gym

Winter League Registration WPRD runs Winter Co-Rec Volleyball and Men’s Basketball Leagues. Please see leaguelineup.com/wprd for registration information or contact Mike Burgdorfer at mburgdorfer@ci.worthington.oh.us or 614-436-2743.

Come and experience the world’s fastest racket sport. Badminton is no longer just a backyard game. It has been recognized as a full medal sport by The IOC (International Olympic Committee) since 1992. Badminton is a full-body workout sport that builds quick reflexes, aerobic endurance, and rapid hand-eye coordination. The class covers the basic strategies for doubles and single players, proper hand grips, service, basic footwork, and how to execute various net shots such as clears, drives, smashes, and drops. It is a fun sport for all ages. A $12 material fee will be due to instructor at the first class. Instructor: Derek Lee (ckdlee01@hotmail.com) #26333 Sat 6 wks.

Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

No class September 27, October 11 1:00PM–2:00PM R $46 | NR $59

Sep 13–Nov 1 Min. 6 | Max. 18

Age: 18Y and up • South Gym

#25948 #25949

Mon 7 wks. Mon 8 wks.

7:15PM–9:15PM R $28 | NR $36 7:15PM–9:15PM R $32 | NR $42

Sep 8–Oct 20 Min. 10 | Max. 24 Oct 27–Dec 15 Min. 10 | Max. 24

Team Tennis League

Age: 16Y and up • Olentangy River Parklands

This league is open to adults, ages 16 years and older. Mondays will be used for clinic and skill development with league play scheduled on Wednesdays. The league will be a team format, with teams being set up during class time. Points will be awarded by teams but compiled on an individual basis for 4 out of the 6 weeks. Instructor: Bart Greene #26349 M, W 6 wks.

7:00PM–9:00PM R $70 | NR $91

Sep 8–Oct 15 Min. 8 | Max. 16

Volleyball: Open Adult

Age: 18Y and up • South Gym

Adult Open Volleyball is held in our South Gym. Recreational volleyball is designed for those individuals interested in fun, fitness oriented, noncompetitive play. If space is available, walk-ins will be accepted. Walk-in fee is $5. Instructor: Breck Brown #25950 Wed 14 wks.

No class November 26

7:15PM–9:15PM R $49 | NR $64

Sep 10–Dec 17 Min. 8 | Max. 28

Community Center Highlights

Family Night

Friday is a special night at the Community Center! FREE weekly features include art and crafts, one gymnasium for little tykes and the other for athletes of all ages. All children must be accompanied by an adult and vice versa.

FRIDAYS 6:30–9:00PM September 12, 19, 26 October 3, 24 November 7, 14, 21 Select Family Nights include special $3 admission to the pool in addition to the regular free activities. The dates that include the special rate for swimming are:

October 3, November 7, December 5*

*Due to a building rental, only a $3 swim is being held (no gym activities). We also encourage you to bring a new, unwrapped toy for our annual toy drive on this night.

Respook, Rewear, Rescare… Halloween Costume Exchange Saturday, October 11 | 10:00 AM–1:00 PM at the Griswold Center Has your child outgrown his or her Halloween costume but it still looks like new? Trade it in at the Worthington Community Center’s first “Respook, Rewear, Rescare: Halloween Costume Exchange.” Donors will receive one ticket for each costume they donate, to use to select a new costume on the day of the swap. Please see page 13 for complete details!

Outer Space Spooktacular Friday, October 17 | 6:30–8:30 PM Blast off into an evening of fun as we celebrate Halloween from outer space! Fly through our out of this world treat trail; enjoy carnival games, a pumpkin walk, hay rides and much more.* Wear your costume and enjoy a night of tricks and treats…you may see and alien or two! For volunteer opportunities for this and other holiday events, please contact Melissa Hindman at mhindman@ci.worthington.oh.us. *Some activities are weather permitting.

Winter Holiday Happenings Reindeer Games

Holiday Party Friday, December 12 6:30–8:30 PM Santa’s reindeer have been busy getting ready for our annual Holiday Party. Crafts, games, bingo and a visit from Santa himself will make this a special night for you and your family. Pictures with Santa will not be provided, so please bring your camera.

Tree Illumination

Snackin’ with Santa Tuesday, December 9 5 PM or 7 PM

Make a holiday craft, have a snack, then visit with Santa! Advance registration is required for this program.

Please see page 13 for details.

Santa’s Mailbox

November 24–December 19 Santa will once again be stopping in Worthington to pick up his mail. The mailbox will be located at the North entrance of the Griswold Center, 777 High Street. Be sure to PRINT your return address so Santa can write back to you!

Sunday, November 30 at 5:30PM Join us on the South East Village Green for the annual tree illumination. The program begins at 5:30 with carols and an appearance by Santa Claus to light the tree. Be sure to visit the Downtown shops from Noon – 5:00 for the OWBA Holiday Open House. * Some activities are weather permitting.

Griswold Center Highlights The Rhine & Mosel River Cruise

The Pacific Northwest June 12–21, 2015

A unique experience on a luxurious river cruise through Holland, France, Germany and Switzerland

Trip Highlights

September 16–26, 2015

• Roundtrip airfare to Portland, OR; returning from San Francisco, CA • 9 Nights’ hotel accommodations and 18 included meals • Discover Mount Saint Helens and the Columbia River Gorge Waterfall • Giant dune buggy ride through the Oregon Dunes • Jet Boat River Adventure on the mighty Rogue River in California • Explore San Francisco, the Avenue of the Giants in Humboldt Redwoods State Park and Alcatraz • Napa & Sonoma Valley Wineries

Tour Highlights: • Seven night riverboat cruise on the New MV Emerald Sky • Two nights’ accommodations in Lucerne, Switzerland and an included walking tour • All meals including 4-course dinners with regional wines • Shore excursions in Cochem, Boppard, Strasbourg and Lucerne • Narrated canal cruise in Amsterdam. • Exploration of the beautiful Reichsburg Castle Trip Preview on October 1, see page 31 for details.

Trip Preview on October 29, see page 31 for details.

Celebrate the Holidays with Griswold Griswold Holiday Party

Harps for the Holidays

Father Christmas Visits the Griswold

Come one, come all, to the famous Griswold Holiday Party, our annual gathering of talent and fellowship. Special guest performance by the Kidstuff Superstars (the Worthington Community Center Preschool Class). Enjoy performances by Griswold’s own pool of talent: the Harmonaires, Griswold Dancers and the Worthington Strutters. Participate or listen to a carol sing-along and enjoy some holiday cookies.

Columbus Symphony Orchestra’s principal harpist, Jude Mollenhauer, will provide beautiful holiday music as we honor our Griswold Center Volunteers. All are welcome to join us for a wonderful afternoon reception including a macaroni and cheese “bar” complete with bacon, green onions and other extra toppings to make it your own! Delicious savory treats and sweets will further tempt your taste buds as you enjoy this joyful celebration.

Stephen Hollen grew up in the hills of Eastern Kentucky where he honed his southern humor and learned the fine art of storytelling as he sat on the front porch and listened to folks tell tall tales, Jack tales and just plain gossip about the neighbors. His humorous and sometimes bittersweet stories of cousins, friends and characters are a familiar taste of Americana. He reminds all of us of those things that make us great. His stories hit home, hit a warm place in every heart. You have seen him as Mark Twain and Buffalo Bill Cody, now see him as an Appalachian Father Christmas. Lunch menu will feature Apple Cider Braised Chicken, Roasted Vegetables and mashed potatoes from the Griswold kitchen.

December 10 | 1:30–3:00PM

December 15 | 1:30–3:00PM

December 17 | 12:30–2:30PM

See page 29 for complete details of all three of these holiday events.

Fitness & Wellness Programs Personal Training Our sessions provide one-on-one assistance that will help you improve your exercise capacity, as well as muscular strength and endurance. Our services include individualized programs based on personal goals, evaluation of current exercise routine, and instruction of proper technique.

Fees

Single Sessions 30 Minute Session................................................ $35 60 Minute Session................................................ $55 60 Minute Group Training*................... $35 per person *Limit 2 per group. Both individuals must be present for Group Training Rates to apply. 60 Minute Session Packages 4 Sessions.......................................................... $200 8 Sessions.......................................................... $360 12 Sessions........................................................$480 30 Minute Session Packages 4 Sessions.......................................................... $120 8 Sessions.......................................................... $200 12 Sessions........................................................ $276

Ask A Trainer **FREE**

Age: 18Y and up • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Having an active lifestyle sometimes means aches, pains, and injuries. Join us as our WPRD Trainers engage in a panel Q&A discussion to answer your questions and give insight on how to adjust and recover from injuries. #25821 Mon 1 wk.

6:30PM–8:00PM No Fee

Oct 13 Min. 1 | Max. 40

Fitness Assessment & Program Design

Our Fitness Assessments include two appointments with one of our Certified Personal Trainers. Your first session will include a discussion of your medical history, exercise testing, and goal setting. Your second session will include thorough instruction of the program that has been designed for you based on your needs and goals. 2 Sessions.............................................................$95

6-Week Shape Up

Meet with a Personal Trainer once a week for six weeks to jump start your workout routine. Fitness Assessment + 6 training sessions............$265

Body Composition Analysis

This fitness assessment uses skin-fold calipers to determine how many pounds of fat-mass and lean-mass you have to help you set a proper weight-loss goal. Fee........................................................................ $15 Please see a Fitness Attendant for more details about these Personal Training options.

Member Pricing for Fitness Programs Members receive the lowest pricing on all group fitness classes, including Spinning®, Yoga, and Pilates! Please stop by the Customer Service Desk for group fitness schedules and information about membership options.

Fitness Floor Policies • Fitness equipment is available for use by those in grade 7 and older. Any individual in grades 7–12 is required to complete a free equipment orientation with a Fitness Attendant. Please see the Fitness Desk to schedule an appointment. • Children in grade 6 and below may not use any fitness equipment. Children may only use the track if they are accompanied by an adult. • All Members of the Community Center are able to schedule a free equipment orientation with a Fitness Attendant. Please see the Fitness Desk to schedule an appointment. • Patrons may NOT bring a private Personal Trainer into the Worthington Community Center. • Appropriate attire must be worn at all times, including a shirt and athletic shoes. • When using our cardio equipment, please use the reservation boards located next to each piece of equipment. A complete list of policies is posted on the Fitness Floor. For specific questions please contact Brandi Williams, Fitness Supervisor at bwilliams@ci.worthington.oh.us.

Fitness Events Outdoors Dance Workout Age: 16Y and up • Patio

New!

Enjoy the sun and nature as we take this dance party workout to the great outdoors! Our team of Zumba® instructors will be leading this workout. This is a special fitness event and is not included on Punch Cards or Unlimited Monthly Passes. #25814 Sat 1 wk.

10:00AM–NOON Fee: $6

Sep 13 Min. 10 | Max. 100

Turkey Day Workout

Age: 16Y and up • North Gym

Have a healthy holiday and join us for a pre-feast Zumba® workout. This special event is not included on Punch Cards or Monthly Unlimited Passes. Instructors: Ser Jackson and Courtney Jolley #25818 Thu 1 wk.

8:15AM–9:45AM Fee: $6

Nov 27 Min. 8 | Max. 80

Age: 16Y and up • North Gym

Start 2015 on the right...and left foot! Join us for a Zumba® workout to begin the New Year. This is a special fitness event and is not included on Punch Cards or Unlimited Monthly Passes. 10:00AM–NOON Fee: $6

Jan 1 Min. 10 | Max. 100

Get ready to sweat! This bootcamp style workout will include exercises and drills to burn major calories with a focus on lifting and shaping the booty. This special event is not included on Punch Cards or Monthly Unlimited Passes. Please pre-register. Instructors: Ser Jackson and Courtney Jolley #25820 Sat 1 wk.

3:00PM–4:00PM Fee: $6

Sep 20 Min. 5 | Max. 30

FREE Community Wellness Day All Ages • Olentangy Bike Path

11:00AM–1:00PM No Fee

Oct 5 Min. 4 | Max. 15

FREE Line Dancing Fundamentals Age: 18Y and up Griswold Center Topping Room

New!

Looking for a new way to stay active? Check out these FREE line dancing classes! Start or restart your line dancing hobby with techniques that will keep you safe as you practice basic moves and prepare for a lifelong sport. Edie Driskill, NTA Certified Instructor 6:30PM–7:30PM No Fee

Stretching 101

Age: 18Y and up • Community Room

New!

Learn the proper way to stretch to prevent injuries and increase flexibility. Participants should be comfortable getting up and down from a seated position. Please pre-register. Instructor: Spencer Fee #25816 #25817

Tue 1 wk. Sat 1 wk.

10:15AM–11:15AM R $6 | NR $6 9:00AM–10:00AM R $6 | NR $6

Sep 16–Sep 16 Min. 3 | Max. 15 Nov 8–Nov 8 Min. 3 | Max. 15

New!

Bring your family for a morning of nature and exercise. Meet at the Olentangy River Parklands by the tennis courts and we will walk the trail to Highgate Playground. We will stop at the playground for a short family-friendly yoga practice and recess and then walk back to the Parklands. This is a FREE event for all ages! Please pre-register.

#26523 Wed 16 wks.

New!

Age: 18Y and up • North Gym

#25815 Sun 1 wk.

New Year’s Day Fit Party

#25819 Thu 1 wk.

Booty Camp

Sep 3–Dec 17 Min. 1 | Max. 1

Maintain Campaign Don’t miss our weigh-in for the Community Center’s 2nd Annual Maintain Campaign! This is a FREE program for our members.

Weigh-in Dates: November 17–23, 2014 Weigh-out Dates: January 5–11, 2015 Watch for more details at the Fitness desk closer to the weigh-in dates!

Group Fitness schedules can be picked up at the Community Center Customer Service desk or downloaded from worthington.org.

Group Fitness Programs Group Fitness Program Schedule WEEKDAY Time & Location

Monday

Thursday

Interval (Tina)

Muscle Mix (Tina)

Step & Abs

11:00 AM (FS)

(WPRD Zumba Staff)

ZUMBA®

12:00 PM (FS)

(WPRD Zumba Staff)

ZUMBA® Gold

12:15 PM (FS)

Core15

2:00 PM (FS)

Core15

(Holly)

(Ser)

ZUMBA®

(Lara)

Cardio & Weights

(Bev) (SG)

(Courtney)

ZUMBA®

(Bev)

(Keenie)

CoreFlow Fit25

Fit25

(Ser)

(Courtney)

CoreFlow

12:30 PM (CR)

(Brandi)

Flow50 (Janet)

TurboKick®

(Stephanie)

5:30 PM (FS)

(Danielle)

Core15

5:45 PM (FS)

Sculpt30

5:45 PM (NG)

TurboKick®

5:45 PM (SG)

ZUMBA®

(Karen)

(Cathy)

Core15

(Danielle)

(Cathy)

(Courtney)

Core30

(Courtney)

Core15 (Ser)

$6/class

Our Punch Cards are available in 8 or 16 classes that allow you to attend a Group Fitness class when convenient for you. Resident Price

Non-Resident Price

8 Class Pass

$32

$40

ZUMBA®

16 Class Pass

$64

$80

ZUMBA®

Our Monthly Unlimited option is the best value and allows you to take a wide variety of Group Fitness classes each week. (*Monthly Unlimited Cards will be valid each calendar month. Prices will NOT be prorated for cards purchased mid-month.)

Step & Sculpt

(Jennie)

(Kari)

(Courtney)

ZUMBA®

7:00 PM (FS) 7:30 PM (FS)

ZUMBA®

Our Group Fitness program contains a variety of different classes designed to provide options that will fit your schedule and budget. Beginning September 2014, our group fitness classes are offered as drop-in programs on a first-come, first-served basis. There is no option to pre-register for our Group Fitness classes. Please see drop-in pricing options below.

(Ser)

Step & Sculpt

(Jeff)

Flow50

(Stephanie)

3:00 PM (FS)

ZUMBA®

(Danielle)

Cardio Latin

Core30

Member Price

Sculpt30

(Ser)

ZUMBA®

Service desk prior to attending class)

(Karen)

Core15

ZUMBA®

Daily Drop-In Pass (paid at the Customer

Cardio Belly Dance

(Danielle) (Brandi)

TurboKick®

(Ser)

Core Flow

5:30 PM (CR)

Sunday

Attendance and Pricing Information

(Stella)

12:15 PM (CR)

7:00 PM (NG)

(Lara & Keenie)

(Ser)

(Brandi) (SG)

NOON (CR)

4:30 PM (FS)

10:00 AM (FS)

(Tina)

TurboKick®

ZUMBA®

Saturday

Muscle Mix

(Holly)

(Courtney)

10:45 AM (FS)

Time & Location

(Danielle)

ZUMBA®

10:30 AM (CR/SG)

Friday

Boot Camp

(Danielle)

9:45 AM (FS)

12:15 PM (FS)

Wednesday

Boot Camp

6:00 AM (NG) 8:15 AM (FS)

Tuesday

WEEKEND

(WPRD Zumba Staff)

Core Flow

(Stephanie)

Location Key (FS) = Fitness Studio | (NG) = North Gym | (SG) = South Gym | (CR) = Community Room

Member Price

Resident Price

Non-Resident Price

$30

$35

$45

Monthly Unlimited Pass

WPRD Group Fitness Class Descriptions September 2–December 21, 2014 6AM Boot Camp

This class combines strength conditioning and athletic drills for an all-star workout.

Cardio Belly Dance

Slide, sway, shimmy, and sweat in this core-intensive, creative, and fun introduction to Belly Dance!

Cardio Latin

Add some spice to your cardio workout with this Latin based dance class. Easy-to-follow choreography paired with world beats and rhythms.

Cardio & Weights

This class combines 30 minutes of strength training and 30 minutes of cardio step.

Core15

A FREE 15 minute class in which you will work all the muscles of the core that include: the abdominals, lower back, glutes, and hips. Core30 is a FREE 30 minute class.

Core Flow — NEW!

Fit25 — It’s Back!

Step & Abs

Flow50 — NEW!

Step & Sculpt

Got 25 minutes to get a full-body workout? The high energy and fast pace of this class will scorch fat and build muscle using athletic drills and skills. Come work up a sweat in this 50 minute Flow class! Flowing yoga links rhythmic breath with movement, allowing for fluid transition from posture to posture using Sun Salutations. Yoga experience recommended.

Interval

This class alternates weight training and cardio exercises to blast away calories!

Muscle Mix

Focus on strengthening major muscle groups mixed with short bursts of cardio.

Sculpt30 — NEW!

A 30 minute class that will use compound movements to work your muscles from head to toe.

Traditional step aerobics will strengthen your heart, lungs, and muscles. This class ends with a core workout to keep you centered. This class alternates cardio step patterns and strength training for an interval-style workout.

TurboKick® (Cardio Kickboxing)

Punch, kick, and sweat into knock-out shape! Turbo is an easyto-follow cardio kickboxing class.

Zumba®

Zumba® exercise classes are “fitness-parties” that blend upbeat world rhythms with easy-to-follow choreography, for a total-body workout that feels like a celebration.

Zumba® Gold — NEW!

This easy-to-follow program lets you move to the beat at your own speed. Zumba Gold® classes provide modified, lowimpact moves for active older adults.

This class uses elements of yoga to increase overall flexibility and strength with a focus on the muscles of the core. Yoga experience recommended. Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

Spinning Programs SPINNING® Spinning® is an indoor cycling class with no complicated moves to learn, top-notch instructors, and music that begs your legs to pedal. See how going nowhere can really take you places! Here at the Community Center you can experience Spinning®, Spin® Combo, Spin® & Flow and Spin® Express. We offer our Spinning® classes in sessions throughout the year. Pre-registration for each session is strongly encouraged due to limited space available in each class (maximum of 13 participants). If space is available, drop-in fee is $10 for any Spinning® class.

SPINNING®

SPIN® Combo

The SPINNING® program is the original and most popular group cycling class. With no complicated moves to learn, a motivating group environment, top-notch instructors, and music that begs your legs to pedal you’ll find yourself having a blast while you ride your way to a leaner, stronger body. Participants should arrive 15 minutes before class to set up their bike. Participants are also encouraged to bring a water bottle and towel. Please pre-register. Instructors are listed with each program.

Get a 30 minute Spinning® ride followed by a 30-minute weight-training workout for fat burning and muscle sculpting in one class. Please note: these classes are 60 minutes. Please pre-register. Instructors are listed with each program.

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

Session 1 #25656 6 wks. #25657 6 wks. #25670 6 wks. #25658 6 wks. #25659 6 wks. #25660 6 wks. #25661 6 wks. #25662 5 wks.

Tue 6:00AM–6:45AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Tue 12:15PM–1:00PM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Wed 6:00AM–6:45AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Thu 6:00AM–6:45AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Thu 12:15PM–1:00PM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Sat 9:00AM–9:45AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Sun 10:15AM–11:00AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Mon 6:00AM–6:45AM R $30 | NR $40 | M $25

Sep 2–Oct 7 Richard Johnson Sep 2–Oct 7 Richard Johnson Sep 3–Oct 8 Richard Witt Sep 4–Oct 9 Richard Johnson Sep 4–Oct 9 Richard Johnson Sep 6–Oct 11 Kristi Bourquin Sep 7–Oct 12 Kristi Bourquin Sep 8–Oct 6 Richard Witt

Session 2 #25664 6 wks. #25665 6 wks. #25663 6 wks. #25671 6 wks. #25669 6 wks. #25668 6 wks. #25666 6 wks. #25667 6 wks.

Mon 6:00AM–6:45AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Tue 6:00AM–6:45AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Tue 12:15PM–1:00PM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Wed 6:00AM–6:45AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Thu 6:00AM–6:45AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Thu 12:15PM–1:00PM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Sat 9:00AM–9:45AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30 Sun 10:15AM–11:00AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $30

Oct 13–Nov 17 Richard Witt Oct 14–Nov 18 Richard Johnson Oct 14–Nov 18 Richard Johnson Oct 15–Nov 19 Richard Witt Oct 16–Nov 20 Richard Johnson Oct 16–Nov 20 Richard Johnson Oct 18–Nov 22 Kristi Bourquin Oct 19–Nov 23 Kristi Bourquin

Session 3 #25672 4 wks. #25673 4 wks. #25674 4 wks. #25675 4 wks. #25678 4 wks. #25679 4 wks. #25676 3 wks. #25677 3 wks.

Mon 6:00AM–6:45AM R $24 | NR $32 | M $20 Tue 6:00AM–6:45AM R $24 | NR $32 | M $20 Tue 12:15PM–1:00PM R $24 | NR $32 | M $20 Wed 6:00AM–6:45AM R $24 | NR $32 | M $20 Sat 9:00AM–9:45AM R $24 | NR $32 | M $20 Sun 10:15AM–11:00AM R $24 | NR $32 | M $20 Thu 6:00AM–6:45AM R $18 | NR $24 | M $15 Thu 12:15PM–1:00PM R $18 | NR $24 | M $15

Nov 24–Dec 15 Richard Witt Nov 25–Dec 16 Richard Johnson Nov 25–Dec 16 Richard Johnson Nov 26–Dec 17 Richard Witt Nov 29–Dec 20 Kristi Bourquin Nov 30–Dec 21 Kristi Bourquin Dec 4–Dec 18 Richard Witt Dec 4–Dec 18 Richard Witt

Please pre-register for all SPINNING® programs as spaces are limited!

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

Session 1 #25682 6 wks. #25683 6 wks. #25690 6 wks. #25691 6 wks. #25684 6 wks. #25680 5 wks. #25681 5 wks.

Tue 5:45PM–6:45PM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Wed 9:30AM–10:30AM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Wed 6:30PM–7:30PM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Thu 5:45PM–6:45PM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Fri 6:00AM–7:00AM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Mon 9:30AM–10:30AM R $35 | NR $47 | M $29 Mon 6:30PM–7:30PM R $35 | NR $47 | M $29

Sep 2–Oct 7 Cathy Smyers Sep 3–Oct 8 Aprille Pullins Sep 3–Oct 8 Danielle Repko Sep 4–Oct 9 Cathy Smyers Sep 5–Oct 10 Sarah Moore Sep 8–Oct 6 Aprille Pullins Sep 8–Oct 6 Danielle Repko

Session 2 #25692 6 wks. #25693 6 wks. #25694 6 wks. #25695 6 wks. #25696 6 wks. #25697 6 wks. #25698 6 wks.

Mon 9:30AM–10:30AM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Mon 6:30PM–7:30PM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Tue 5:45PM–6:45PM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Wed 9:30AM–10:30AM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Wed 6:30PM–7:30PM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Thu 5:45PM–6:45PM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Fri 6:00AM– 7:00AM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35

Oct 13–Nov 17 Aprille Pullins Oct 13–Nov 17 Danielle Repko Oct 14–Nov 18 Cathy Smyers Oct 15–Nov 19 Aprille Pullins Oct 15–Nov 19 Danielle Repko Oct 16–Nov 20 Cathy Smyers Oct 17–Nov 21 Sarah Moore

Session 3 #25699 4 wks. #25700 4 wks. #25701 4 wks. #25702 4 wks. #25703 4 wks. #25704 3 wks. #25705 4 wks.

Mon 9:30AM–10:30AM R $28 | NR $38 | M $24 Mon 6:30PM–7:30PM R $28 | NR $38 | M $24 Tue 5:45PM–6:45PM R $28 | NR $38 | M $24 Wed 9:30AM–10:30AM R $28 | NR $38 | M $24 Wed 6:30PM–7:30PM R $28 | NR $38 | M $24 Thu 5:45PM–6:45PM R $21 | NR $28 | M $18 Fri 6:00AM–7:00AM R $28 | NR $38 | M $24

Nov 24–Dec 15 Aprille Pullins Nov 24–Dec 15 Danielle Repko Nov 25–Dec 16 Cathy Smyers Nov 26–Dec 17 Aprille Pullins Nov 26–Dec 17 Danielle Repko Dec 4–Dec 18 Cathy Smyers Nov 28–Dec 19 Sarah Moore

SPIN® & Flow

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

Get a cardio blast with SPINNING® followed by power Pilates and Yoga movements all in 60 minutes with this hybrid class. Preserve joints while building muscle, improve cardiovascular thresholds, and find clarity all in one great class that is never boring! Please pre-register. Instructor: Aprille Pullins #25706 6 wks. #25710 6 wks. #25711 4 wks.

Fri 9:30AM–10:30AM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Fri 9:30AM–10:30AM R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Fri 9:30AM–10:30AM R $28 | NR $38 | M $24

Sep 5–Oct 10 Min. 4 | Max. 13 Oct 17–Nov 21 Min. 4 | Max. 13 Nov 28–Dec 19 Min. 4 | Max. 13

SPINNING® Express

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

Are you short on time? This 30 minute group cycling class is the answer! Participants should arrive 15 minutes before class to set up their bike. Participants are encouraged to bring a water bottle and towel. Please pre-register. Instructor: Kristi Bourquin #25718 6 wks. #25724 6 wks. #25725 4 wks.

Sat 8:15AM–8:45AM R $30 | NR $36 | M $24 Sat 8:15AM–8:45AM R $30 | NR $36 | M $24 Sat 8:15AM–8:45AM R $20 | NR $24 | M $16

Sep 6–Oct 11 Min. 5 | Max. 13 Oct 18–Nov 22 Min. 5 | Max. 13 Nov 29–Dec 20 Min. 5 | Max. 13

When dropping in to any Fitness Program, be sure to stop at the Customer Service desk to check if space is available and pay before participating in the class. Register for Fall Programs on August 18, 19, 20. See page 4 for details.

Mind-Body Programs Yoga & Pilates You can experience Yoga and Pilates classes right here at the Community Center. We offer a variety of styles and levels to suit your needs. Please be sure to read the class descriptions to see what class will best suit your fitness level. For mind-body programs that allow drop-ins, the fee is $10.

Arupa Yoga

Gentle Hatha Yoga

Pilates / Yoga Fusion Level 1–2

Your body changes every day and your yoga should be flexible enough to match its moods. Arupa’s unique approach provides a framework that will guide you through postures, while giving you the tools and the freedom to personalize your practice. Befriend your body and awaken the insight that will bloom into your authentic expression in yoga and in life. No beginners please. Please pre-register, no drop-ins. Instructor: Thatcher Ross

Welcome to a gentle morning yoga class geared for the student with little or no experience in yoga. This class consists of an introduction to the basic poses and learning the yogic breath. Pre-registration is recommended. Instructor: Janet Shumaker

Enjoy one hour of the best of both worlds with our Yoga/Pilates Fusion class. You will find strength, balance, and flexibility all drawn together using deep breathing techniques. Plan to leave feeling strengthened and refreshed! Please note: This multi-level class will be moderately paced (in between Level 1 & Level 2). New beginners are welcome. Please pre-register. Instructor: Janet Braden

Age: 16Y and up • Community Room • No Drop-Ins

#25771 6 wks. #25772 6 wks. #25773 4 wks.

Tue 7:35PM–9:00PM R $54 | NR $70 | M $48 Tue 7:35PM–9:00PM R $54 | NR $70 | M $48 Tue 7:35PM–9:00PM R $36 | NR $47 | M $32

Sep 2–Oct 7 Min. 8 | Max. 25 Oct 14–Nov 18 Min. 8 | Max. 25 Nov 25–Dec 16 Min. 8 | Max. 25

Barre50

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

Get ready to tone and sculpt long, lean muscles, and build a stronger core. Improve balance while increasing flexibility and endurance. This 50-minute class blends elements of Pilates, yoga, ballet, cardio, and strength training for an invigorating and fun workout. Props will be incorporated and modifications offered. ALL levels welcome. Pre-registration is recommended as space is limited. Instructor: Janet Braden (Mon, Wed, Sun); Courtney Jolley (Fri) #25753 6 wks. #25754 6 wks. #25755 6 wks. #25752 5 wks. #25756 6 wks. #25757 6 wks. #25758 6 wks. #25759 6 wks. #25760 4 wks. #25761 4 wks. #25762 4 wks. #25763 4 wks.

Wed 4:30PM–5:20PM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Fri 4:30PM–5:20PM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Sun 11:15AM–12:05PM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Mon 10:45AM–11:35AM R $35 | NR $45 | M $30 Mon 10:45AM–11:35AM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Wed 4:30PM–5:20PM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Fri 4:30PM–5:20PM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Sun 11:15AM–12:05PM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Mon 10:45AM–11:35AM R $28 | NR $36 | M $24 Wed 4:30PM–5:20PM R $28 | NR $36 | M $24 Fri 4:30PM–5:20PM R $28 | NR $36 | M $24 Sun 11:15AM–12:05PM R $28 | NR $36 | M $24

Essential Yoga

Age: 16Y and up • Community Room • No Drop-Ins

Education is always beneficial. Understanding yoga’s fundamentals will make your practice safer and more effective. Receive a practical working knowledge of the primary postures that basic asana instruction can’t provide. Hands-on assisting will teach you what it feels like to be in safe, stable, comfortable alignments, so they become the norm. Start your practice off right or find out what you’ve been missing with these essential lessons. Please pre-register, no drop-ins. Instructor: Thatcher Ross #25774 Tue 6:00PM–7:25PM 12 wks. R $108 | NR $138 | M $96

Sep 2–Nov 18 Min. 8 | Max. 25

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

#25791 6 wks. #25792 6 wks. #25793 4 wks.

Fri 10:45AM–NOON R $54 | NR $72 | M $48 Fri 10:45AM–NOON R $54 | NR $72 | M $48 Fri 10:45AM–NOON R $36 | NR $48 | M $32

Sep 5–Oct 10 Min. 8 | Max. 20 Oct 17–Nov 21 Min. 8 | Max. 20 Nov 28–Dec 19 Min. 8 | Max. 20

Hatha Yoga at the Griswold

Age: 16Y and up • Griswold Center Town Hall

This is a program of gentle stretches and relaxation techniques designed to increase flexibility and strength, as well as reduce stress and tension. Bring a mat or blanket, empty stomach, comfortable clothes, and bare feet. Listen to your body and respect your own limits. Some AcuYoga, acupressure points, and reflexology will be incorporated. Pre-registration is recommended. Instructors: Kathleen Lewis and Janet Shumaker #25794 6 wks. #25795 6 wks. #25796 6 wks. #25797 6 wks. #25798 4 wks. #25799 4 wks.

Sat 8:30AM–9:45AM R $54 | NR $72 | M $48 Sat 10:00AM–11:15AM R $54 | NR $72 | M $48 Sat 8:30AM–9:45AM R $54 | NR $72 | M $48 Sat 10:00AM–11:15AM R $54 | NR $72 | M $48 Sat 8:30AM–9:45AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $32 Sat 10:00AM–11:15AM R $36 | NR $48 | M $32

Intro to Ashtanga Yoga

Age: 18Y and up • Community Room

Come and get a taste of what Ashtanga is all about! This workshop will cover the basics of the traditional Ashtanga practice: breath and movement, energy locks, and meditative gaze. Be ready to build some heat and be prepared to move through a number of Sun Salutations in this beautiful and powerful system of yoga. Please pre-register. Instructor: Janet Braden #26386 Sat 1 wk.

11:00AM–12:30PM Fee: $10

Sep 6 Min. 6 | Max. 15

Pilates Fundamentals

Age: 16Y and up • Community Room

Have you wanted to try Pilates but were unsure where to start? This class is for you! Build a strong core while building a good foundation and understanding of Pilates mat work. The principles of Pilates will be taught and some basic mat exercises learned. Modifications to exercises as well as use of props will be covered. Please pre-register. Instructor: Janet Braden #26385 Sun 1 wk.

4:30PM–5:30PM Fee: $6

Sep 7 Min. 6 | Max. 15

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

#25776 6 wks. #25777 6 wks. #25778 4 wks.

Wed 10:45AM–11:45AM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Wed 10:45AM–11:45AM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Wed 10:45AM–11:45AM R $28 | NR $36 | M $24

Sep 3–Oct 8 Min. 8 | Max. 25 Oct 15–Nov 19 Min. 8 | Max. 25 Nov 26–Dec 17 Min. 8 | Max. 25

Pilates Mat Class

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

Mat Pilates works the core muscles of the spine and abdominals to achieve lean muscle mass, efficient movement, and improved alignment. This non-impact approach works as well for the seasoned athlete as it does for the average workout enthusiast or beginner. Please pre-register. Instructor: Janet Braden

Level 1/2: Multi-level, Beginners Welcome #25781 6 wks. #25782 6 wks. #25784 3 wks.

Thu 5:45PM–6:45PM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Thu 5:45PM–6:45PM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Thu 5:45PM–6:45PM R $21 | NR $27 | M $18

Sep 4–Oct 9 Min. 8 | Max. 25 Oct 16–Nov 20 Min. 8 | Max. 25 Dec 4–Dec 18 Min. 8 | Max. 25

Level 2: No Beginners #25779 6 wks. #25780 6 wks. #25783 4 wks.

Tue 7:00PM–8:00PM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Tue 7:00PM–8:00PM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Tue 7:00PM–8:00PM R $28 | NR $36 | M $24

Sep 2–Oct 7 Min. 8 | Max. 25 Oct 14–Nov 18 Min. 8 | Max. 25 Nov 25–Dec 16 Min. 8 | Max. 25

Vinyasa Flow Yoga

Age: 16Y and up • Community Room

Vinyasa yoga links rhythmic breath with movement, allowing for smooth transition from posture to posture. This is a moderately paced class that will develop strength, flexibility, and balance as well as create a relaxed state of being. A good portion of the class is structured around Sun Salutations, so a basic understanding of this sequence is recommended. Modifications will be offered and every student is encouraged to move at their own pace. Please pre-register. Instructor: Janet Braden #25785 6 wks. #25786 6 wks. #25787 6 wks. #25788 6 wks. #25789 4 wks. #25790 3 wks.

Wed 9:30AM–10:30AM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Thu 7:00PM–8:00PM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Wed 9:30AM–10:30AM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Thu 7:00PM–8:00PM R $42 | NR $54 | M $36 Wed 9:30AM–10:30AM R $28 | NR $36 | M $24 Thu 7:00PM–8:00PM R $21 | NR $27 | M $18

If you’d like to try Mind-Body programs without the registration commitment, try our CoreFlow or Flow50 programs that are part of the WPRD Group Fitness program! See page 23 for more information.

Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

Fitness & Wellness Programs Special Fitness Classes and Workshops Here at the Community Center we are striving to provide fitness options for everyone. Check out these programs we offer for all ages and find out how to make health and wellness a part of your daily lifestyle. Many of these programs require pre-registration due to space limitations.

Beginning Running Training

F.I.T. Time on the Track for Families

Pure Strength

Have you always wanted to run a 5K? Then this class is for you! This 8-week program will provide a running coach, group runs, and weekly running homework to allow you to achieve your race goal! Please pre-register. Instructor: Brandi Williams

Getting everyone’s schedules together can be crazy! But no matter what your family situation is, it’s important to have a fitness regimen. Make time for family and fitness all in one at the Community Center! No pre-registration is required. Children must be accompanied by a parent/guardian at all times while on the track. Fee includes entire family.

Focus on total body strength with an emphasis on correct form. This class uses a variety of equipment including body bars, free weights, bands, BOSUs, and more! Come ready to work hard! Please bring a towel and water bottle to class. Please note: this class is pre-registration or drop-in only (dropin fee is $10 if space is available). Instructor: Chris Szabo

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Area

#25804 Wed 5:30PM–6:30PM 8 wks. R $40 | NR $52 | M $30

Sep 3–Oct 22 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Belly Dance

Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

Learn beautiful belly dance moves while working your body out like you never have before. Hip, chest, arm, and shoulder moves will grow into movement combinations that will develop into choreography. Show off your moves at the last day of class party! Open to people of all ages and body types. No previous dance experience necessary. Wear comfortable clothing. Please pre-register. Instructor: Karen Bradford #25764 #25765 #25766

Mon 5 wks. Mon 6 wks. Mon 4 wks.

7:30PM–8:30PM R $40 | NR $50 7:30PM–8:30PM R $48 | NR $60 7:30PM–8:30PM R $32 | NR $40

Sep 8–Oct 6 Min. 5 | Max. 10 Oct 13–Nov 17 Min. 5 | Max. 10 Nov 24–Dec 15 Min. 5 | Max. 10

Age: 12Y and up • Fitness Studio

During this time those participants from the Belly Dance class who would like to perform routines outside of the WPRD will practice choreography. Please pre-register. Mon 5 wks. Mon 6 wks. Mon 4 wks.

8:30PM–9:00PM R $20 | NR $25 8:30PM–9:00PM R $24 | NR $30 8:30PM–9:00PM R $16 | NR $20

Sep 8–Oct 6 Min. 5 | Max. 10 Oct 13–Nov 17 Min. 5 | Max. 10 Nov 24–Dec 15 Min. 5 | Max. 10

Cardio Line Dance

Age: 16Y and up • Community Room

Combine the benefits of cardio exercise with the fun of line dancing. This dance class is for all dance levels, from absolute beginners to advanced. One class pass is $6. Instructor: Judy Hunter #25749 5 wks. #25750 6 wks. #25751 4 wks.

Mon 10:30AM–11:30AM R $15 | NR $20 | M $10 Mon 10:30AM–11:30AM R $18 | NR $24 | M $12 Mon 10:30AM–11:30AM R $12 | NR $16 | M $8

#25806 #25807

Mon 15 wks. Sun 15 wks.

7:00PM–8:00PM Fee: $8 3:00PM–4:00PM Fee: $8

Sep 8–Dec 15 Min. 1 | Max. 10 Sep 7–Dec 14 Min. 1 | Max. 10

Foam Rolling Clinic

Age: 16Y and up • Community Room

In this foam rolling class, you will learn a variety of different ways to use the foam roller. You will practice rolling it over your muscles slowly, stopping and holding on sore trigger points until the tension is released, usually in about 30 to 60 seconds. Applying sustained pressure with a foam roller can release tension in the muscles and tissues, and minimize constriction. Fees include foam roller. Please pre-register. Instructor: Brandi Williams #25803 Sat 9:00AM–10:15AM 1 wk. R $22 | NR $29 | M $15

Oct 4 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Low Impact Workout

Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

Belly Dance Troupe Time

#25768 #25769 #25770

Age: 10Y and up • Fitness Area

Sep 8–Oct 6 Min. 4 | Max. 20 Oct 13–Nov 17 Min. 4 | Max. 20 Nov 24–Dec 15 Min. 4 | Max. 20

This class consists of toning, firming, stretching, and low impact aerobics. Routines will be easy to follow and emphasis will be placed on repetition of movements. Come have fun and firm up to a wide variety of music. Great for beginners and seniors too! One class pass: $6. Instructor: Judy Hunter #25743 6 wks. #25744 6 wks. #25745 6 wks. #25746 6 wks. #25747 4 wks. #25748 3 wks.

Tue 1:15PM–2:15PM R $18 | NR $24 | M $12 Thu 1:15PM–2:15PM R $18 | NR $24 | M $12 Tue 1:15PM–2:15PM R $18 | NR $24 | M $12 Thu 1:15PM–2:15PM R $18 | NR $24 | M $12 Tue 1:15PM–2:15PM R $12 | NR $16 | M $8 Thu 1:15PM–2:15PM R $9 | NR $12 | M $6

Age: 18Y and up • North Gym

#25726 5 wks. #25728 6 wks. #25729 4 wks.

Mon 7:00PM–8:00PM R $40 | NR $55 | M $35 Mon 7:00PM–8:00PM R $48 | NR $66 | M $42 Mon 7:00PM–8:00PM R $32 | NR $44 | M $28

Sep 8–Oct 6 Min. 7 | Max. 20 Oct 13–Nov 17 Min. 7 | Max. 20 Nov 24–Dec 15 Min. 7 | Max. 20

Did you know we run fun fitness incentives upstairs on the Fitness Floor? Head upstairs this Fall to play Scrabble! See a Fitness Attendant for more information on how to play! Total Body Bootcamp

Age: 16Y and up • North Gym

Looking to take your workout to the next level? This class is for those looking for an intense athletic workout. From drills to heavy weights this class is not for the faint at heart. Please bring a water bottle and towel to class. Please note: this class is pre-registration or drop-in only (dropin fee is $10 if space is available). Instructor: Chris Szabo #25730 6 wks. #25738 6 wks. #25739 6 wks. #25740 6 wks. #25741 4 wks. #25742 4 wks.

Wed 5:45PM–6:45PM R $48 | NR $66 | M $42 Sat 5:45PM–6:45PM R $48 | NR $66 | M $42 Wed 5:45PM–6:45PM R $48 | NR $66 | M $42 Sat 5:45PM–6:45PM R $48 | NR $66 | M $42 Wed 5:45PM–6:45PM R $32 | NR $44 | M $28 Sat 5:45PM–6:45PM R $32 | NR $44 | M $28

Aquatic Fitness Programs Water Aerobics Water Aerobics: Aqua Fitness Medley Age: 16Y and up • Lap Pool

Boost your energy level and experience increased strength and flexibility with ‘Aqua Fitness Medley’. This class combines the benefits of aerobic conditioning with resistance training through use of noodles, hand bells, boards and balls. Deepwater work will also be incorporated into the medley, but you have the option of remaining in the shallow end for your segment of the deep-water work. Class suitability can be adjusted to all ages and abilities. Be prepared to see your strength and endurance grow. Enjoy the class camaraderie as you work your muscles in easy-to-follow patterns. This workout can be as challenging as you wish to make it. Instructors: Shari Wheeler (7PM); Darlene Brady (8PM) #26496 #26497 #26498 #26499

M, W 6 wks. M, W 6 wks. M, W 6 wks. M, W 6 wks.

7:00PM–8:00PM R $42 | NR $55 8:00PM–9:00PM R $42 | NR $55 7:00PM–8:00PM R $42 | NR $55 8:00PM–9:00PM R $42 | NR $55

Sep 8–Oct 15 Min. 6 | Max. 14 Sep 8–Oct 15 Min. 6 | Max. 14 Oct 27–Dec 10 Min. 6 | Max. 14 Oct 27–Dec 10 Min. 6 | Max. 14

Water Aerobics: Complete Aquatic Workout Age: 16Y and up • Leisure Pool

An interval training class combining all components for a full body workout. The class will focus on exercises using resistance of the water for each part of the body. The final segment will be stretching to increase range of motion and strengthening of the core. This segment will take place in the warm water of the leisure pool. Instructor: Karen Dawson #26500 #26501

Tue 6 wks. Tue-Wed 6 wks.

8:00PM–9:00PM R $21 | NR $28 8:00PM–9:00PM R $21 | NR $28

Sep 9–Oct 14 Min. 6 | Max. 10 Oct 28–Dec 10 Min. 6 | Max. 10

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Worthington Community Center Mondays, September 8–December 22, 2014 6:00PM–8:00PM To register: Contact Laurie Collins (614) 839-9622 at the Liberty Twp./Powell YMCA *If you are overweight or have been diagnosed by your physician as prediabetic, you may qualify for this program; if you receive Medicare you may qualify to enroll in the program at no cost. YMCA of the USA selected 17 communities nationwide to offer the YMCA’s Diabetes Prevention Program at no cost to qualifying Medicare beneficiaries. This project is made possible by funding opportunity number 1C1CMS330965 from the Department of Health and Human Services, Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services. The contents of this flyer are solely the responsibility of the authors and do not necessarily represent the official views of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services or any of its agencies.

Water Aerobics: Complete Aquatic Workout w/Yoga Age: 16Y and up • Lap Pool

This class will be divided equally between an aerobic workout as described in Complete Aquatic Workout and yoga stretching and relaxation in the warm water of the leisure pool. We will incorporate basic yoga poses adapted for the water to provide dynamic strengthening, stretching, balance and relaxation. What a great way to end the day and get a good night’s sleep. Instructor: Karen Dawson #26502 #26503

Thu 6 wks. Thu 6 wks.

8:00PM–9:00PM R $21 | NR $28 8:00PM–9:00PM R $21 | NR $28

Sep 11–Oct 16 Min. 6 | Max. 10 Oct 30–Dec 11 Min. 6 | Max. 10

Registration Information Participants may register for both sessons of Water Aerobics programs on the following dates:

August 18 Residents August 19 Working Residents | Members

Water Aerobics: Lets Do It All

August 20 Open Registration

Age: 16Y and up • Lap Pool

This water aerobic class will do a little of everything. It will include shallow water, deep water, weight resistance, aerobic activity, flexibility and even spend some time walking, jogging, and running in the Lazy River. This fun class will have a variety of activities and the participants will truly ‘do it all’. Instructors: Karen Dawson & Paula Hamilton #26506 #26507 #26508 #26509 #26510 #26511

M, W, F 6 wks. M, W, F 6 wks. Sat 6 wks. M, W, F 6 wks. M, W, F 6 wks. Sat 6 wks.

Water Aerobics: Low Impact Age: 16Y and up • Leisure Pool

This class will concentrate on an ease of motion and flexibility and the use of water resistance. A great workout for those who want to improve range of motion and flexibility with a cardiovascular workout. Instructor: Sally Spanitz #26504 #26505

Tue, Thu 6 wks. Tue, Thu 6 wks.

9:00AM–10:00AM R $42 | NR $55 9:00AM–10:00AM R $42 | NR $55

Sep 9–Oct 16 Min. 6 | Max. 16 Oct 28–Dec 11 Min. 6 | Max. 16

Water Aerobics: River Run Age: 16Y and up • Lazy River

Join us in the Lazy River for fitness and fun. A typical class begins with a brief warm-up of walking, jogging and running with the current. We will then do some stretching to get ready for the cardio segment. The use of buoyant equipment adds variety and increases the intensity of our workout and the level of laughter. We may travel to other areas of the pool to further enhance our workout. We end our session with abdominal work and more stretching. Get a great water workout with us in the river. It’s fun. It’s different. This is a high level intensity class and is not recommended for people that are just beginning or who have not participated in a high level water aerobics class before. Also, water shoes are required for class. Instructors: Michelle Brevick (M, W); Barb Byrum (Sat) #26514 #26515 #26516 #26517

M, W 6 wks. Sat 6 wks. M, W 6 wks. Sat 6 wks.

8:00PM– 9:00PM R $42 | NR $55 11:00AM–NOON R $21 | NR $28 8:00PM–9:00PM R $42 | NR $55 11:00AM–NOON R $21 | NR $28

Sep 8–Oct 15 Min. 6 | Max. 12 Sep 13–Oct 18 Min. 6 | Max. 12 Oct 27–Dec 10 Min. 6 | Max. 12 Nov 1–Dec 13 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Water Aerobics: Multi Move Age: 16Y and up • Lap Pool

Want a water aerobic class that incorporates many different components? Then this class is for you! We begin by warming our muscles and then do some stretching to prepare us for the cardio portion of our workout. Exercises include skiing, jumping jacks, twist, frogs, and much more. After the cardio segment, we grab noodles or barbells and head to the deeper water for a toning segment. If you are not comfortable in the deep water, you may perform these movements at the shallow end of the pool. Finally, we end our class with ‘cool down’ movements which include stretching and strengthening exercises. Instructor: Paula Hamilton #26512 #26513

Tue, Thu 6 wks. Tue, Thu 6 wks.

1:00PM–2:00PM R $42 | NR $55 1:00PM–2:00PM R $42 | NR $55

Sep 9–Oct 16 Min. 6 | Max. 18 Oct 28–Dec 11 Min. 6 | Max. 18

Weekly Hot Tub Cleaning

To keep your hot tub as healthy and spotless as possible we will be draining, scrubbing and refilling it weekly. Every Tuesday, the hot tub will be unavailable to patrons from Noon–2:00 PM during the cleaning process.

Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

Water Aerobics: Step Into Aquatic Fitness Age: 16Y and up • Lap Pool

This program is designed for people who can’t stand still! Each class will vary by using different equipment and techniques to provide a full body workout. With the use of aqua steps, core strengthening, cardio kickboxing, barbells, noodles and variety of other water exercises, the participants will increase muscular endurance while providing cardio toning and flexibility. Instructor: Shari Wheeler #26518 #26519

M, W, F 6 wks. M, W, F 6 wks.

8:15AM–9:15AM R $63 | NR $82 8:15AM–9:15AM R $63 | NR $82

Sep 8–Oct 17 Min. 6 | Max. 16 Oct 27–Dec 12 Min. 6 | Max. 18

Healthways SilverSneakers® Fitness About SilverSneakers® Healthways SilverSneakers® Fitness program is the nation’s leading fitness program designed exclusively for older adults. This comprehensive program addresses the physical, mental and social needs of Medicare-eligible members (usually 65-plus). Adults over age 65 who adopt a physically active lifestyle can substantially improve their health to get more out of life. PRIME is available to adults ages 18–64 whose health insurance includes this program as a wellness benefit.

Memberships

Healthways SilverSneakers and PRIME members receive a no-cost Community Center and/or Griswold Center membership, which includes all member benefits. Please see page 4 for a list of member benefits at each facility. Eligibility for these insurance-based programs can be confirmed at the Community or Griswold Center customer service desks.

Programs For SilverSneakers participants this also includes the opportunity to participate in the signature SilverSneakers group exercise classes. Programs offered at both the Community Center and Griswold Center are listed below.

SilverSneakers ® Programs SilverSneakers® Classic

SilverSneakers® Splash

Age: 65Y and up SilverSneakers group exercise classes offer you the best opportunity to stay on track toward your health and fitness goals. Our signature classes are designed specifically for older adults and taught by specially trained, certified instructors. You are sure to find a class that suits your need and abilities. Classes are offered at both the Community Center and Griswold Center. Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activities for daily living. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and a SilverSneakers ball are offered for resistance. A chair is available if needed for seated or standing support. Community Center

Mon 9:00AM–10:00AM No Fee* Instructor: Judy Hunter Fri 9:00AM–10:00AM No Fee* Instructor: Spencer Fee

Griswold Center

Tue 10:15AM–11:00AM No Fee* Instructor: Jeff Fickell Thu 10:15AM–11:00AM No Fee* Instructor: Gail Dickson

Age: 65Y and up • Lap Pool Activate your urge for variety! Splash offers fun, shallowwater movement to improve agility and flexibility while addressing cardiovascular, strength and endurance conditioning. No swimming ability is required, and a SilverSneakers® kickboard or other aquatic equipment is used to improve strength, balance and coordination. Community Center

Mon 10:30AM–11:15AM No Fee* Wed 10:30AM–11:15AM No Fee*

Ongoing Min. 6 | Max. 20 Ongoing Min. 6 | Max. 20

*These programs are offered only to members of SilverSneakers.

Ongoing Min. 5 | Max. 30 Ongoing Min. 5 | Max. 30

*These programs are offered only to members of SilverSneakers.

SilverSneakers® Circuit Age: 65Y and up

SilverSneakers Circuit offers standing low-impact choreography alternated with standing upper body work with hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles and the SilverSneakers ball. Circuit focuses on the benefits of a circuit format to improve cardiovascular endurance and muscular strength and endurance without increasing risk. The chair is used for standing support and to increase the effectiveness of the circuit workout. Community Center

Wed 8:30AM–9:15AM No Fee* Instructor: Judy Hunter

Griswold Center

Tue 9:15AM–10:00AM No Fee* Instructor: Amanda Jones

Ongoing Min. 5 | Max. 30

*These programs are offered only to members of SilverSneakers.

Visit www.healthways.com for more information regarding the Healthways SilverSneakers® Fitness program.

Griswold Center Programs The Griswold Center is a Parks and Recreation facility dedicated to providing quality programs and services to adults 55 years of age and older. After member registration, programs are available on a first come, first served basis to adults 18 years of age and older. We invite you to visit the Griswold Center at 777 High Street in Worthington and take a tour. Members of the Griswold Center who do not receive The Bag can sign up for the mailing list by contacting the front desk. The mailing list is only available to members of the Griswold Center. Registration for Griswold programs is held on a monthly basis. Priority registration is given to Griswold Center Members. A membership is required to participate in any free, drop-in and ongoing programs. Please see page 3 for more information on memberships or page 5 for more information on registration.

Events Downsizing Seminar and Lunch

Trick or Treat at Griswold

Griswold Holiday Party

Get advice from the professionals to help in making the decision, “do I stay or do I go?” Sponsored by Always Best Care Senior Services specializing in free In-Home Care and Assisted & Independent Living Placement and presented by Two Men & A Truck. The day will include tips on what you need to make the move, questions to ask movers and how to pack it all up. With time for questions on estate sales, help from professional organizer and in home consultants.

The Griswold Center welcomes the little ghouls and goblins from the Community Center preschool classes as they tour the Center in search of spooky treats! Be aware as they will pay a visit to the scheduled programs on each of the days they are here! Feel free to come in costume to add to the spooktacular day!

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

#26472 Wed No Fee

12:30PM–2:30PM

Oct 1

Lunch & Learn Series Learn something new while enjoying a light lunch. October 15: Learn about the National Aging in Place Council and how the local chapter might be able to help you. Presented by Handyman Matters and lunch sponsored by Homewell Senior Care. November 19: Jimmy Scales with Computer Gnome will present Tech Talk: Why Do I Feel So Dumb Using Smart Devices: Phones, Tablets, and Other Electronics? Lunch sponsored by Laurel Health Care 12:30PM–2:00PM 12:30PM–2:00PM

Oct 15 Nov 19

New Horizons Music

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

Fill your life with music, new friends, fun and accomplishment! This is the motto of New Horizons Music. Come and learn about this group and be entertained by their music. #26473 Wed No Fee

1:30PM–2:30PM

Oct 22

10:30AM–3:30PM 9:00AM–12:30PM No Fee

Oct 30 Oct 31

Age 18Y & up

Those who golfed in our Thursday social league are welcome to sign up for our end-of-the-year banquet. The banquet will be held at Dublin Retirement Village located at 6470 Post Rd, Dublin, OH 43016. Lunch will consist of open-faced chicken salad sandwich with melted cheese, potato chips, fruit and a cookie. Guest speaker TBA. Prizes will be raffled off as well. Oct 23

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

#26469 Wed 1:30PM–3:00PM R $3 | NR $4

Dec 10

Annual Turkey Dinner

Harps for the Holidays

Join your Griswold friends for our annual Turkey Dinner. Mass Appeal will be catering with a mouth watering roast turkey, traditional bread stuffing, mashed potatoes with turkey gravy, sweet potatoes with butter and brown sugar, green beans, rolls, butter, and of course pumpkin pie. The Humdinger Rhythm Band from the Evans Center in Grove City will entertain.

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

#26470 Wed 12:30PM–2:30PM R $10 | NR $13

Nov 12

Columbus Neighborhoods: Worthington

#26486 Mon 1:30PM–3:00PM R $10 | NR $13

The Worthington Historical Society will present a Behind the Scenes Look at the Worthington Episode of Columbus Neighborhoods with Director Cindy Gaillard. They also will have their general meeting. Program sponsored by the Worthington Historical Society.

Father Christmas Visits the Griswold

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

Wed

7:00PM–9:00PM No Fee

Nov 12

Kitchen Clinic: Jolly Ginger Holiday Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

Golf Banquet

#26488 Thu NOON–2:00PM R $12 | NR $16

Thu Fri

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

#26475 Wed #26476 Wed No Fee

Age 18Y & up • Tuller Lounge

Please Use the November Registration Form! Join us for a special holiday Kitchen Clinic: Jolly Ginger Holiday. You’ll discover that ginger makes more than bread. You’ll taste ginger in dishes ranging from savory to sweet. Find out why gingerbread is indelibly associated with the holidays. Get tips about ginger’s health benefits and how it can add zing to your dishes and beverages. You’ll also make your own faux gingerbread house to take home as a memento of the day! Instructor: Sheila M Campbell, PhD, RD, Ala Carte Columbus. #26474 Wed 1:30PM–3:00PM R $25 | NR $32

Dec 15

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

Dec 17

Dec 3

Diabetes Prevention Program Please see page 27 for details on a 12-month, group based program designed to help you stay healthy, active, and motivated. Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

Griswold Center Programs Trips Logan County Amish Backroads Tour

Silhouettes at the Orange Johnson House

A small enclave of Amish call Logan County home and are excited to share their heritage and traditions with you. Travel to the Bellefontaine area and pick up our guide for the day. Visit an Amish School; Coblenz Crafts and Fabrics where the store owner offers a short presentation about Amish dress and how Amish clothing reflects the Amish religion; enjoy the hospitality of an Amish family as they welcome you into their home for a meal served family-style that will satisfy your appetite; last stop is a general/variety store. Program price includes tour guide, lunch and transportation.

**This program takes place at The Orange Johnson House.** Join Speaker Marsha Smith for a program about the art of making silhouettes. She will present samples from her collection of antique silhouettes. A short tour of the Orange Johnson House will be included. This program is sponsored by the Worthington Historical Society. No transportation

Age 18Y & up

#26483 Tue 8:00AM–3:30PM R $31 | NR $40

Oct 7

#26382 Wed 1:00PM–3:00PM Activity Fee $5

Oct 15

Coshocton County Fall Foliage, Farm Tours & Apple Butter Stirrin’ Festival Age 18Y & up

Columbus Zoo: Heart of Africa Age 18Y & up

You’ve heard about it, now see it, the Heart of Africa exhibit at the Columbus Zoo & Aquarium. This new region is the largest yet and will captivate you with its kaleidoscope of sights, sounds and special experiences mirroring the heart and soul of Africa. It is an unbelievable experience. See the giraffes, camels, lions, wildebeest, zebras and so much more! Enjoy time to explore the zoo on your own, at your own pace. There is a lot of walking on this trip. Enjoy lunch, on your own. Zoo admission is $8, on your own. Please have correct change. Program price includes transportation. #26484 Fri 9:45AM–3:30PM R $8 | NR $11

Age 18Y & up

Hop on the bus for this “Drive-it-Yourself” tour of Coshocton County highlighting local agribusiness and fall color. We’ll stop at a variety of parks and farms to enjoy the seasonal atmosphere! Pack your lunch or a snack since we’ll visit the 45th Annual Apple Butter Stirrin’ Festival later in the afternoon. This invitational festival in Roscoe Village celebrates the sights, sounds and scents of autumn. Live music, artisans, crafters, outdoor demonstrations, food venders, Village shops and historic buildings will all be featured and available for us to browse! Cost includes festival admission and transportation. #26525 Sat 9:00AM–5:00PM R $22 | NR $28

Oct 18

Oct 10

Grange Insurance Audubon Center & the Old Mowhawk Age 18Y & up

Join us as we head downtown and tour the Grange Insurance Audubon Center. This downtown oasis is the focus of a major urban reclamation and redevelopment project that involves the Audubon, City of Columbus and Franklin County Metro Parks. It serves as a model for sustainable design thereby promoting the economic, health and aesthetic benefits of a green building. The adjacent Scioto Audubon Metro Park has paved trails and a wooden boardwalk that lead to the River overlook as well as a wetland area. After we explore we’ll have lunch at the Old Mohawk, on your own. Before heading home we’ll drive around German Village and reminisce! Cost includes Audubon tour and transportation. #26524 Sat 9:30AM–2:00PM R $14 | NR $18

Oct 11

Shawnee Storytelling: Hocking Hills Age 18Y & up

Enjoy lunch, on your own, at the Hocking Hills Dining Lodge in Logan, then take a 15 minute hike on level ground to meet Wehyehpihehrsehnhwah (We-u-pa-shen-wa), also known as Ron Hatten, who grew up in Jackson, OH where he still lives today. He was raised by his grandparents in a home where the family only spoke Shawnee. Fluent in the life, song and culture of his people, his “Circle of Life” presentation links the stories that his grandfather taught him with the challenges of modern life offering a way back to nature. Enjoy the enchanting Indian flute melodies, and the stories filled with humor, happiness and wisdom. Program price includes storyteller and transportation. #26485 Tue 10:00AM–5:00PM R $16 | NR $21

Oct 14

Age 18Y & up

October 16: “You’ll savor the simplicity throughout the menu, a familiar and hearty collection of starters, flat breads, prime steaks, rotisserie roasted chicken and knife & fork sandwiches.” (A bit higher priced than usual.) November 13: The first Midwest location of a Brooklynbased-micro-chain known for organic burgers with a choice of proteins beyond just beef, plus sandwiches, sliders and milkshakes. December 16: Known for its Classic American cuisine infused with bold flavors, fresh herbs and spices. The restaurant specializes in aged steaks, fresh seafood, chicken and ribs seared over a wood fired grill. #26520 #26521 #26522

Thu 11:00AM–1:30PM Thu 11:00AM–1:30PM Tue 11:00AM–1:30PM R $6 | NR $8

Oct 16 Nov 13 Dec 16

Senior Living Festival Age 18Y & up

The Senior Living Festival has gone Hollywood! Hollywood Casino is the new venue. See live entertainment, free antique appraisals (limit 2 small items), free caricature portraits, animals from the Columbus Zoo and pet rescue groups, exhibits, door prizes, arts and leisure displays. The Hollywood Casino Epic Lunch Buffet will be half-price for anyone 60 and over. Lots of entertainment, flu shots, chair massage, screenings to include: foot & ankle with digital gait analysis, ear scan, vision, blood glucose, blood pressure and more! Presented by Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging, Franklin County Office on Aging, and Senior Services Roundtable of Columbus and Franklin County. Program price includes transportation. #26352 Fri 9:30AM–3:00PM R $7 | NR $9

Oct 31

Castle Noel: Medina, OH Age 18Y & up

Intent to Deceive: Fakes and Forgeries in the Art World Age 18Y & up

Follow the Canton Museum of Art into the intrigue-filled world of art forgery as we present Intent to Deceive, a national touring exhibition which will challenge gallery visitors to spy original masters from forged copies. This ground-breaking exhibition spotlights five of the world’s most notorious con artists, illuminating their dubious legacies and examining how their talents and audacity assaulted the art world for much of the 20th century through the present day. See the works of Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, Paul Signac and others among clever fakes—what is real and what do you think is real? Lunch will be on your own at Bender’s Tavern, a Canton favorite, before the museum. Program costs include transportation and museum admission and tour. #26489 Tue 9:00AM–6:00PM R $21 | NR $27

Oct 21

Wine and Canvas at Trillium Place Age 21Y & up

A little nervous to paint? Don’t be! No talent or experience is necessary. Our talented instructors will guide you step-by-step! You will be amazed at your very own work of ART! Join us at Trillium Place for a day of wine, art, snacks and fun! A $10 fee will be collected at the door and includes a 16 X 20 gallery wrapped canvas, easels, brushes, paints, aprons, choice of painting, as well as appetizers and beverages. Please have correct change. #26534 Tue 12:45PM–4:30PM R $6 | NR $8

Mystery Lunch

Please Use the October Registration Form! Travel to Medina, OH and enjoy lunch on your own, at Thyme2. Founded by nationally renowned artist and sculptor Mark Klaus and his wife Dana. Castle Noel is located in the historic Medina Square district. Mark’s collection was spotlighted on national television several times. Castle Noel houses an amazing collection of things to see and do including Hollywood props and costumes, millions of dollars in New York City Christmas windows, a Blizzard Vortex, a Santa Chimney Squeeze and Santa Klaus Mountain where you can ride the slide just like Ralphie. Don’t miss Cousin Eddie’s motor home! Sure to be a memorable experience. Program price includes transportation and museum admission. #26491 Tue 9:30AM–5:00PM R $24 | NR $31

Nov 4

Pizzuti Collection Age 18Y & up

Enjoy lunch on your own, at Deepwood Restaurant. Travel to the Pizzuti Collection in the Short North. See the exhibits: NOW-ism: Abstraction Today, Ori Gersht’s Portraits and Campana Brothers. The art and artists in these new exhibitions are remarkable for their ability to transcend age, race, country and medium. Don’t miss your chance to see this wonderful new museum. Admission to the museum is $10, on your own. Please have correct change. Program price includes transportation. #26531 Thu 11:00AM–3:30PM R $7 | NR $9

Nov 6

Oct 28

Griswold Center Programs Trips Historic Oxford & Hueston Woods State Park

Cimi’s Bistro/Evans Center Showstoppers: Transfigurations: Modern Masters from Grove City the Wexner Family Collection

Please Use the October Registration Form! We’ll start our day at Patterson’s, on your own, a made from scratch Café in downtown Oxford. Ed Creighton from the Oxford Museum Association will share the history and preserved structures in and around Hueston Woods State Park. Included in our tour will be the 1836 Doty Homestead, 1850s Pioneer Cemetery, Barn Museum, Dewick Cabin as well as the 1860 and 2013 Covered Bridges. After our tour we’ll spend some relaxation time at the State Park Lodge. Bring a book and find a quiet corner or explore some trails. We’ll stop for a snack on the way home, on your own. Cost includes tours and transportation.

Enjoy lunch at Cimi’s Bistro at Pinnacle, on your own, before visiting the Evans Center to see the Showstopper’s production of Christmas comes to Detroit Louie. It’s Christmas Eve in a rundown clinic where a group of unlikely people are waiting to see the doctor. An Angel, who is on probation is present and has permission to grant just one wish in this particular room to win her wings back. There’s Detroit Louie, the hardhearted pickpocket; Harry, his dumb, but loyal right hand man; John and Clara, who have just brought their father to be committed permanently and the old Man, who refuses to believe his son would do such a thing. Also present are Mrs. Aiken, the hypochondriac and the Blind Girl. Join us at this warm and humorous play and see who you think should get the wish. Special performance by the Humdinger Rhythm Band following the play. Admission to the play is on your own, a donation of can food for the Grove City Food Pantry. Program price includes transportation.

Age 18Y & up

#26526 Sat 9:00AM–8:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Nov 8

Kent State Fashion Museum & May 4 Visitor Center

#26211 Thu 10:30AM–3:00PM R $7 | NR $9

Age 18Y & up

The Fashion Museum at Kent State University is a world class destination for the study and presentation of historic and contemporary fashion, textiles and related art forms. Join us as we tour a number of gallery exhibits including the highly anticipated “World War I Fashions” and the “Fashion Timeline” encompassing two centuries of history and evolution of styles. While there, we’ll take advantage of also seeing the University’s May 4 Visitors Center that documents and illustrates the events surrounding the Kent State shootings in 1970. Pack a lunch since we’ll have dinner together later in the afternoon at Pufferbelly, on your own, a local spot in the heart of Kent that once served as the area’s railway depot. Cost includes tours and transportation. #26527 Sat 9:30AM–8:00PM R $26 | NR $34

Nov 15

Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum Age 18Y & up

The Ohio State University is proud to present the Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum. The museum houses the world’s largest collection of comic strip tear sheets and clippings. It also is home to unique, original art and manuscript materials. Enjoy a docent led tour of this local treasure. Brunch before we travel to campus will be at Mimi’s Cafe, on your own. Program price includes transportation. #26490 Tue 10:30AM–3:00PM R $7 | NR $9

Nov 18

Der Dutchman Age 18Y & up

Enjoy an Amish-style lunch with wonderful desserts! Visiting the gift shop and bakery is guaranteed to add an additional purchase. Make a stop at The Cheese House before returning to Worthington. Program price includes transportation. #26351 Tue 10:45AM–3:30PM R $7 | NR $9

Nov 25

Orange Pomanders & Warming Wintertime Herbal Beverages Age 18Y & up

Visit the Ohio Herb Education Center in Gahanna and make an Orange Pomander to take home and enjoy the scent. While working on the Pomander, hear about Warming Wintertime Herbal Beverages. When the wind turns cold, it’s time to break out the cheer. Herbs and spices coincide nicely with water to create wonderful tonics to warm a cold body. Participants will get to sample a herbal hot toddy, chai tea and a shrub! #26532 Tue 12:30PM–4:00PM R $20 | NR $26

Age 18Y & up

Dec 4

Winterfair 2014 Age 18Y & up

Tired of imports? Visit Winterfair at the Ohio Expo Center. Featuring ceramics, glass, wearable art, jewelry, sculpture, painting and photography, Winterfair is an artists’ market where discerning shoppers will find everything from a beautiful glass vase for their home to a hand-carved wooden bowl for salads or snacks. Artists will be selling directly to customers, offering shoppers the opportunity to meet the artists and learn about how the work was made. Admission is $7, on your own. Enjoy lunch there, on your own. Program price includes transportation. #26495 Fri 9:30AM–3:00PM R $7 | NR $9

Dec 5

Dickens Victorian Village in Cambridge Age 18Y & up

Please Use the November Registration Form! Experience one of the most unique holiday tours in the Midwest! We’ll take a trip back in time and explore old world England as Cambridge is charmingly transformed into a Dickens Victorian Village. With over 80 scenes and 186 lifelike figures, the Village comes alive each holiday season. We’ll take a driving tour through the Village, stroll through the “Christmas as We Remember” exhibit, enjoy a holiday lunch buffet, partake in a wine and cheese tasting, visit Kennedy’s Bakery and be entertained at the Courthouse Music and Light Show. Price includes all activities listed and transportation. #26528 Sat 10:00AM–8:00PM R $56 | NR $72

Dec 6

The Lawrence Welk Christmas Show Age 18Y & up

Please Use the November Registration Form! Once in a great while a Christmas show comes along with a message that all want to hear. If it makes you laugh, applaud and cry then it succeeded. This holiday show is a salute to the great entertainment that was Lawrence Welk and will feature many of the original stars. Enjoy Clay and Sally Hart, Bobby Burgess and Elaine, Ken Delo, The Aldridge Sisters and The Blenders. Sit back, listen and reminisce to all the beautiful music of the Season. Cost includes Show and transportation. #26529 Mon 1:00PM–4:30PM R $52 | NR $67

Dec 2

Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

Dec 8

Age 18Y & up

The Wexner Center at The Ohio State University in celebration of it 25th anniversary will present Transfigurations: Modern Masters from the Wexner Family Collection. This exhibit features an exceptionally in-depth selection of masterworks by Pablo Picasso, Alberto Giacometti, and Jean Dubuffet. The Wexner collection, with its concentrated focus on these three 20th century virtuosos, is incomparable to any other private collection formed over the last 50 years. Admission is $6, on your own—please have correct change. Enjoy lunch/brunch, on your own at Scrambler Marie’s. Program price includes transportation. #26494 Tue 10:30AM–3:30PM R $7 | NR $9

Dec 9

Vaud-Villities Christmas Tea Age 18Y & up

A delightfully festive one-act revue, Over the River and Through the Woods will feature sensational seasonal songs and dances that you, your friends, and your loved ones will thoroughly enjoy. Directed by Johnny Steiner, Over the River and Through the Woods is fun family entertainment full of the glitz and glamour you’ve come to expect from Vaud-Villlities. Enjoy the special “tea-time” performance with an exclusive pre-show performance by Director, Johnny Steiner, complimentary tea, mini sandwiches and cookies served by the cast of the show. Program price includes tea, show and transportation. #26350 Fri 12:30PM–4:30PM R $21 | NR $28

Dec 12

BalletMet: The Nutcracker Age 18Y & up

Indulge in the spirit of the holiday season with the magic and adventure of BalletMet’s The Nutcracker. You will journey with Clara and her Nutcracker Prince to a fantasy world of the imagination. Overflowing with unforgettable characters, exquisite scenery and costumes, delightful dancing and Tchaikovsky’s beloved score played live by the Columbus Symphony, this holiday classic will enchant you. Performed in the Ohio Theatre, orchestra level seats. (Please note: this is NOT a dress rehearsal.) Program price includes ticket and transportation. #26212 Thu 6:45PM–10:30PM R $41 | NR $53

Dec 18

Trip Previews Rhine & Mosel River Cruise Age 18Y & up • Topping Room

September 16–26, 2015 Come and hear all the wonderful details of this exciting tour. There is no better way to experience the Rhine and Mosel Rivers than by cruising through the heart of central Europe. After boarding, unpack just once in your comfortable river view stateroom. Presented by World of Travel. Wed

1:30PM–2:30PM No Fee

Oct 1

The Pacific Northwest

Age 18Y & up • Thompson Room

June 12–21, 2015 Immerse yourself in the incredible scenic majesty and diverse culture that can only be found on the West Coast. Travel from Portland, Oregon to San Francisco, California on this exciting 10 day tour. Scott Yoder from TBI Tours will be here to show us the wonderful scenery and share the highlights with us. Wed

10:00AM–11:00AM No Fee

Oct 29

Griswold Center Programs Fitness Room The Griswold Center has a variety of cardiovascular equipment as well as Life Fitness Strength training systems. Participants can expect increased aerobic capacity, lean muscle mass, range of motion and joint stability, as well as a decrease in body fat and resting heart rate. A fitness leader is available for questions and exercise-related concerns.

Fitness Room Hours

Requirements: • Complete a Health Status Questionnaire and Liability Waiver form (Consulting a physician is recommended before beginning any exercise program). • An orientation session is available during Fitness Room Hours once the Health Status Questionnaire and Liability Waiver form have been completed.

Fitness Room Rates

Fitness Assessment & Program Design

Monday–Thursday Monday–Thursday Friday Saturday

8:00AM–NOON 4:30PM–6:30PM 8:00AM–2:00PM 8:00AM–11:00AM

Resident Non-Resident 20 Sessions $40 $52 Free unlimited use for SilverSneakers® members

This program consists of two 1 hour sessions designed for those who might be a first time exerciser or for those who might need a jump start or change in their current workout. The first session will go over exercise history, goal setting, and exercise testing. The second session will include a walkthrough of a personalized program based on your first session results. Schedule an appointment with Jeff Fickell.

Fitness Assessment & Program Design

Resident

Non-Resident

$42

$55

Personal Training

Fitness Room Dual Membership

One-on-one assistance will help you with your fitness goals and wellness needs. Correct techniques and postures for exercises will be demonstrated and explained, as well as an evaluation of your current exercise routine. Schedule an appointment with Jeff Fickell. Resident Non-Resident 30 Minute Session $14 $18 1 Hour Session $22 $29 3 (1 hour) Sessions $59 $77

If you are a member of both the Worthington Community Center and Griswold Center, you can work out at either facility during open hours. The Griswold Fitness Room punch card is no longer necessary to purchase in addition to your Griswold Center Membership, as long as you are a member of both facilities. For those that choose to continue to purchase their punch cards, that option will remain the same. Stop by the Customer Service Desk at either location for further information.

Fitness Programs The Alexander Technique

Circuit Training Strength Class

Fearless Falling

Do you wish you could stand and walk for a longer period of time? Are you having chronic headaches, back or neck pain? The Alexander Technique can help you! Come find out what you can do to move with more freedom, ease, balance and less pain and limitations. Start moving in a way that is more functional and satisfying for your body. Instructor: Donna Doellinger

Circuit training is an excellent way to simultaneously improve mobility, strength and stamina in a short period of time. Under the direction of an instructor, choose stations that alternate between different strength exercises. The exercises are separated by brief, timed rest intervals, and each circuit is separated by a longer rest period. Don’t miss the first session, as we will go over each exercise in detail, learning proper posture and technique as well as equipment adjustments. Great for any fitness level! Instructor: Jeff Fickell

The fear of falling is one of our strongest phobias, and injuries from accidental falls have become epidemic, but little has been done to help people actually learn how to fall. There are basic movements you can learn at any age that will greatly reduce your chance of serious injury from a fall. Learning how to fall safely is the primary purpose of the Fearless Falling classes. Based on Tai-Chi Kung Fu, you will also learn how to move smoothly, avoid falls, improve your balance and awareness, and pick up some basic self-defense skills. Fearless Falling is open to all adults, but you should be physically able to get up from floor level by yourself.

Age 18Y & up • Topping Room

No class November 27

#26374 Thu 9:00AM–10:00AM R $43 | NR $56

Oct 2–Dec 11

Age 18Y & up • Fitness Room

No class November 11

Balance & Flex

#26379 Tue 12:15PM–1:00PM R $34 | NR $44

The focus of this class is on joint flexibility, muscle strengthening, and balance techniques to decrease the risk of falling. We will help you become more aware of your posture and give you the ability to walk more freely and with greater confidence. Instructor: Gail Dickson

Delay the Disease™

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

No class November 27 or 28

#26541 Thu 11:15AM–11:45AM #26375 Fri 11:15AM–11:45AM R $20 | NR $26

Oct 2–Dec 11 Oct 3–Dec 12

Chair Volleyball

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

Come have a fun while getting healthier! Even from a chair, this game helps develop good hand-eye coordination, develops upper body strength and most importantly is a wonderful, stress reducing activity. Enjoy an afternoon with friends, laughing, playing and having a great time! Leader: Colleen Light

No class November 27 or December 25

Thu 1:15PM–3:00PM No Fee

Oct 14–Dec 16

#25002 Mon 3:00PM–4:00PM R $40 | NR $52

Fearless Falling: Self Defense Tai Chi

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

Delay the Disease™ is an evidenced-based fitness program designed to empower people with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) by optimizing their physical function and helping to delay the progression of symptoms, created by David Zid, BA, ACE, APG. Delay the Disease™ is the #1 PD exercise program and the foundation for this interactive class, geared specifically to counteract the situational movement challenges experienced by people living with PD. The Class uses a specialized fitness agenda to treat specific symptoms of PD. You will have more confidence, be inspired and motivated to: maintain independence, decrease fall risk, reduce rigidity, minimize fatigue, return arm swing and improve gait and mobility. Instructor: Gail Dickson #26376 #26377

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

No class November 11

Tue 11:15AM–NOON FREE DEMO Tue 11:15AM–NOON R $23 | NR $30

Oct 7

Oct 6–Nov 24

New!

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

Based on the principles and movements of Tai Chi Chuan, this course teaches both the mental and physical aspects of selfdefense and protection. You do not have to become a martial arts expert to defend yourself. The average criminal is looking for an easy target, not a fair fight, and even a little awareness and resistance can discourage him. Tai Chi Kung Fu methods combine deception and whole-body power for very effective counter-attacks but the emphasis is always on self-protection. You will learn how to protect yourself effectively from blows and falls, but also how to move with more power, poise, and confidence. Black-belt instructor Mike Grigsby has been teaching Kung Fu and falling skills for over twenty-five years. #25003 Mon 4:00PM–5:00PM R $40 | NR $52

Oct 6–Nov 24

Oct 14–Dec 16

Ongoing

Griswold Center Programs Fitness Programs Feldenkrais Method®: Awareness Through Movement® Age 18Y & up • Topping Room

Feldenkrais lessons may be done standing, sitting or lying down. They explore basic movements in great detail, in a gentle manner that evokes in adults the quick, spontaneous learning of young children. This “reprograms” the brain for better posture and self-image, greater ease and pleasure in movement, and fuller relaxation in rest. Chronic tension, pain, anxiety, disability, and effects of aging are not confronted directly, but are simply left behind in a natural process of learning and improvement. Students are often surprised to find that the smallest and most gentle work produces the most profound changes. This method was developed by the late Israeli physicist Moshe Feldenkrais. Teachers and teacher trainings are certified by the Feldenkrais Guild. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing. Instructor: Melinda Murphy

An ongoing drop-in program. Includes sitting and standing exercises done to music. Mon, Wed, Fri No Fee

Age 18Y & up • Topping Room

Build strength and firm your body with this new and fun style of strength conditioning. This class will use slastic/ tubing which is more comfortable and safer than the traditional ‘naked’ tubing. The tubing hooks into a plastic ‘Fit-Stik’ bar which adds variety and fun to the exercises. All levels of fitness welcome. Instructor: Jeff Fickell

No class November 28

9:15AM–10:00AM

Ongoing

Jazzy Tap with a New York Flair! Age 55Y & up • Town Hall

Always wanted to tap when you were young? Well this is the class for you. Learn the basic steps along with routines of different era’s! Leader: Mary Bova-Ervin

No class November 11

#26442 Tue 1:15PM–2:00PM R $24 | NR $31

Oct 7–Dec 16

Please see page 28 for all information about the SilverSneakers program and class listings at the Griswold Center and Community Center.

Pickleball

Age 18Y & up • NEW LOCATION FOR FALL 2014: Worthington Community Center North Gym

No class November 28 Commonly called “indoor tennis,” pickleball is rapidly growing.

#26389 Fri 9:15AM–10:00AM R $39 | NR $51

Oct 3–Dec 12

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

Know the basic 12 moves of Tai Chi for Arthritis and ready to learn more? Explore repulse monkeys, lightlytie-the-coat, and others. Deepen your knowledge of this style of tai chi, known for its smooth, flowing movements. Its gentle poses and high stances make it ideal to improve balance, posture, and flexibility. Instructor: Connie Kobalka

No class October 20 or December 8

#26448 Mon 11:15AM–12:15PM R $34 | NR $44

Oct 6–Dec 22

Tai Chi for Arthritis: Beginners Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

Tai Chi for Arthritis is a group exercise program designed to provide people with a “joint friendly” exercise alternative. The program uses Sun-style tai chi, which includes gentle movements and relaxed breathing. Participants learn 12 basic movements plus special warm-up, cool-down, and breathing exercises. With its emphasis on slow, flowing movements, Tai Chi for Arthritis can lead to improved balance, increased flexibility, and decreased pain and stiffness. The exercises, and the instructor, are certified through the Arthritis Foundation. Instructor: Connie Kobalka

18Y and up • Town Hall

Line dancing can be intimidating if you have never tried it. Learn the fundamentals and very basic steps in this class and feel confident dancing with the intermediate and advanced classes. Instructor: Mary Williams Thu 12:15PM–1:00PM No Fee

18Y and up • Town Hall

Have fun while burning calories and building muscles. Learn the latest line dances in the night club scene to music from all eras. Instructor: Mary Bova-Ervin

No class November 11

Tue 5:00PM–6:15PM No Fee

7:00AM–9:00AM

Mon

12:30PM–2:30PM

Tue 2:15PM–5:00PM Thu 3:15PM–5:00PM Fri 3:00PM–4:45PM No Fee

No Fee

Ongoing

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

Have a good time playing while exercising all two thousand body parts. Play singles or doubles with men and women of all skill levels. Paddles and balls are provided or bring your own.

No class November 11, 27, 28 or December 25 Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing

Walking Group

Strength Class

Age 18Y & up

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

The convenient strength class punch card consists of your choice of a 12 punch or 24 punch card. Punch cards are good for a lifetime and when you run out of punches, simply renew for another punch card at the front desk. Use light, medium and heavy dumbbells to build muscle, increase strength and bone density, improve muscle and skin tone and improve selfconfidence. The class includes stretching, proper breathing technique and lifting form—lots of fun. Mon, Fri 24 Punch Card 12 Punch Card

Ongoing

Line Dancing—Advanced

Mon, Wed, Fri No Fee

Griswold Center Town Hall

10:15AM–10:45AM 10:45AM–11:45AM

Line Dance for Beginners

Table Tennis

No class October 16 or November 17

#26449 Thu 9:00AM–10:00AM R $34 | NR $44

No class December 24

Wed Easy Intermediate Wed Intermediate No Fee

The rule of the game allow for both fast and slow play and can be played by single players or teams of two. Drop in, no registration needed. NEW! We are taking this fun and exciting game outdoors as weather allows. Join us at Wilson Hill Park Tennis Courts off of Ridgedale Dr E. and Pittsfield Dr.

Wilson Hill Park Court 4 (Weather Permitting) Community Center North Gym

Tai Chi Advanced

Join the line dance classes and do the latest steps. You don’t need a partner. Instructor: Judy Hunter

No class November 27 or December 25

Healthways SilverSneakers® Fitness Programs

Oct 7–Dec 2

Fit-Stik & Tubing Strength Class

18Y and up • Town Hall

Age 18Y & up • Town Hall

No class November 11

#26388 Tue 11:15AM–NOON R $47 | NR $61

Line Dancing

Fun and Fitness

No class November 28

10:15AM–11:00AM R $48 | NR $63 R $28 | NR $37

Ongoing

Our walkers stride at their own pace at area parks or malls. Start your day on the right foot—meeting new friends while experiencing a low impact and healthy exercise. Earn the most miles for prizes and join us once a month for our breakfast outings. For more details, please pick up a quarterly walking schedule located at the front desk. Please let Jeff know if you would like to be picked up at the Griswold Center by calling (614)842-6320. Mon, Wed 8:30AM–10:00AM No Fee

Ongoing

ZUMBA GOLD® at the Griswold Age 55Y & up • Town Hall

ZUMBA GOLD® Fitness! Come join this fun and very beneficial exercise class. Learn the Zumba steps while getting an aerobic workout and burn fat. Build muscle and increase flexibility with weights and stretching. Instructor: Mary Bova-Ervin

No class November 11

#26441 Tue 12:15PM–1:00PM R $24 | NR $31

Oct 7–Dec 16

Oct 2–Dec 18

Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

Griswold Center Programs Fitness: Yoga & Pilates Hatha Yoga at the Griswold Age 16Y & up • Town Hall

This is a program of gentle stretches and relaxation techniques designed to increase flexibility and strength, as well as reduce stress and tension. Bring a mat or blanket, empty stomach, comfortable clothes, and bare feet. Listen to your body and respect your own limits. Some AcuYoga, acupressure points, and reflexology will be incorporated. Pre-registration recommended. Instructors: Kathleen Lewis / Janet Shumaker #25794 #25795 #25796 #25797 #25798 #25799

Sat 8:30AM–9:45AM Sat 10:00AM–11:15AM R $54 | NR $72 Sat 8:30AM–9:45AM Sat 10:00AM–11:15AM R $54 | NR $72 Sat 8:30AM–9:45AM Sat 10:00AM–11:15AM R $36 | NR$48

Sep 6–Oct 11 Sep 6–Oct 11

Support Groups Pilates Mat Work with Yoga: Strength, Balance and Relaxation

Alzheimer’s Association: Young Onset Support Group

This 45 minute class offers all of the benefits of Pilates, strengthening the body (particularly the core), improving posture and increasing flexibility. Yoga postures and breath will also be explored during the session with balance work incorporated weekly. Each class will end with a final relaxation, an opportunity to connect with the breath and rejuvenate the body. Get ready for a stronger, more relaxed you! Instructor: Janet Braden

A support group for individuals diagnosed with dementia under the age of 65 years, and their caregivers/family members. The group members meet together for a light dinner and conversation and then the group separates. The caregivers meet with a leader to discuss their issues, and those with dementia meet with a staff member to talk about their situations and participate in activities. Interested individuals must call the Alzheimer’s Association at (614)457-6003 for meeting times and dates (pre-screening is required to attend).

Age 18Y & up • Topping Room

No class November 27

Oct 18–Nov 22 Oct 18–Nov 22

#26401 Thu 11:15AM–NOON R $61 | NR $79

Nov 29–Dec 20 Nov 29–Dec 20

Yoga: Hatha

Did you know you can purchase a “Drop-In” pa ss for the Saturday morning Hatha Yoga classes for $10/each?

Oct 2–Dec 18

This gentle class is good for beginners. You will relax and stretch and breathe. Bring a blanket and/or yoga mat and dress comfortably. Instructor: Robbin Blackburn

No class November 28

#26403 Fri 10:30AM–11:30AM R $80 | NR $104

Oct 3–Dec 12

Eat Better, Feel Better

Massage Appointments

This monthly nutrition program is taught by a Life Care Alliance Registered Dietitian. Each month a nutrition topic is presented and discussed. A healthy recipe and food samples are included. No registration is required, classes are free but donations are welcome. For more information or to schedule a personal nutrition consultation, call (614) 437-2882 October 10: GI Health: The Good, the Bad and the Ugly of Gut Health November 14: Sleep Better, Feel Better December 12: Healthy Cooking Substitutions

Massage improves circulation and muscle tone, as well as soothes muscles. Appointments are taken between 1pm and 4:30pm. Cost: $30 for 25 minutes and $53 for 50 minute appointments (includes tax). Our licensed massage therapist is Linda Fontana. Make checks payable to the massage therapist. Please note: if you have a prescription for massage, no tax is charged and price will be reduced.

Fri

10:00AM–11:00AM No Fee

Oct 10, Nov 14, Dec 12

Foot Care Clinic and Cholesterol Screenings

Age 18Y and up • Buttles Conference Room

Jane Hummer, BSN, RN, Community Wellness Coordinator for Life Care Alliance will be available for comprehensive evaluation of feet and instruction to prevent foot problems. Referrals to DPM or pedorthist if needed. Trimming of toenails and treatment of corns or callused areas if applicable. Blood pressure evaluated and chronic disease management provided. Special foot care teaching and evaluation for people with diabetes. Call (614) 437-2831 for further information or to make an appointment. Fee of $25, payable to Life Care Alliance. Thu Fri

By Appointment By Appointment

Oct 2, Nov 6, Dec 4 Oct 3, Nov 7, Dec 5

Age 18Y and up • Buttles Conference Room

Mon

By Appointment

Oct 6 & 20, Nov 3 & 17, Dec 1 & 15

Reflexology/Reiki/Massage

Age 18Y and up • Buttles Conference Room

Reflexology approaches the body as a whole system, using the application of pressure to specific points in the feet to stimulate the body’s natural healing abilities. Reiki is a gentle, noninvasive, ancient healing technique that channels energy through light touch and/or working just above the body of a fully clothed subject. Cost is $25 for 30 minutes or $50 for an hour. Make checks payable to Miguel Alvarez. Wed

By Appointment

Please call Alzheimer’s Association for dates and times No Fee

Low Vision Support Group

Age 18Y & up • Topping Room

Health & Wellness Programs Age 18Y and up • Tuller Lounge

Age 18Y and up • Case Room

Oct 8, Nov 12, Dec 10

Free Health Screenings at the Griswold Center!

Screenings will include blood pressure and glucose level readings. Laurel Health Care Third Friday of each month from 10:00AM–NOON

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

These educational and support meetings are sponsored by Syntero/Northwest Counseling Services/Dublin Counseling Center. Anyone struggling with low vision or serious vision decline is welcome to attend. To register or for more information, please call Maxine Gilgoff at 273-2958. Transportation is available for City of Worthington residents by contacting the Griswold Center at 842-6320. Requests for transportation must be made by the Friday prior to each meeting. Refreshments are provided by PR Life Management. Leader: Maxine Gilgoff, LISW-S October 27: Open Discussion facilitated by Maxine Gilgoff, LISW-S, from Syntero/Northwest Counseling Services December 1: Holiday Lunch at Griswold Center. Refreshments provided by PR Life Management, lunch provided by Mayfair Village. NOON–1pm Mon Mon

2:00PM–3:30PM NOON–1:00PM No Fee

Oct 27 Dec 1

Stroke Support Group

Age 18Y and up • Tuller Lounge

This program offers socialization, education, support and information about community resources. Sponsored by OSU Medical Center. Leader: Dr. Wanda McEntyre

No meeting November 28

Fri NOON–1:00PM No Fee

Ongoing

Worthington Widowhood Support Group Age 18Y and up • Tuller Lounge

Sponsored by Syntero/Northwest Counseling Services/Dublin Counseling Center, this is a monthly support group for men and women widowed five years or less or for anyone still struggling with post-widowhood issues. This group offers a variety of topics for discussion and includes information about community resources and health topics. Please register at least one day in advance by calling 457-7876 ext. 422. Instructor: Owen Pollack, MSW, LSW Refreshments provided by Laurels of Worthington. October 16: James R. Mosic, Chief of Police for the Worthington Division of Police will make a presentation on Safety November 20: Lunch Out. NOON–1:30pm. Location TBA Thu Thu

2:00PM–3:30PM NOON–1:30PM No Fee

Oct 16 Nov 20

Wesley Glen Fourth Friday of each month from 11:00AM–1:00PM

Griswold Center Programs General Interest

Shopping Trips

Armchair Travel

Investor Workshops

Join us for exciting presentations by world travelers. Photos projected on a large screen and travel tips will entertain and inform you. Share in discussions with experienced travel buffs. Wonderful snacks provided by Mayfair Village. Please register in advance. Leader: Linda Crannell October 15: “Amazon Adventure” by Linda Gabel November 19: “Sherman, Charleston, Richmond and Other Points South” by Walt & Connie Kobalka December 17: “Backpacking Down Under: Australia, New Zealand, Fiji, Malaysia and Thailand” by Chris Welen

Participate in or listen to group discussions on topics that YOU would like covered. Topics could include: long term care insurance or health care expenses, CD’s, estate planning, stocks, mutual funds, annuities, etc. Instructor: Doug Smith

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

#26432 #26433 #26434

Wed Wed Wed No Fee

10:00AM–11:30AM 10:00AM–11:30AM 10:00AM–11:30AM

18Y and up

Age 18Y and up • Tuller Lounge

Mon

1:00PM–2:15PM No Fee

Oct 13, Nov 10, Dec 8

Oct 15 Nov 19 Dec 17

Book Discussion

Sign up to go grocery shopping. Once a quarter we will visit Polaris Fashion Place Mall. Mon 9:45AM–12:30PM #25644 Anderson’s / Trader Joe’s #25645 Meijer #25646 Walmart #25647 Kroger #25648 Anderson’s / Trader Joe’s #25649 Meijer #25650 Walmart #25651 Kroger #25652 Polaris Mall (Return @ 2PM) #25653 Anderson’s / Trader Joe’s #25654 Meijer #25655 Walmart #26408 Kroger No Fee

Oct 6 Oct 13 Oct 20 Oct 27 Nov 3 Nov 10 Nov 17 Nov 24 Dec 1 Dec 8 Dec 15 Dec 22 Dec 29

Age 18Y and up • Tuller Lounge

Meet with this group to discuss plot, characters and authors. Share your viewpoints, discover a variety of books, and recommend your favorites. October 14: “Twelve Years a Slave” by Solomon Northrup December 9: Lunch at J Liu of Worthington @ 1:30pm Tue

1:30PM–3:00PM No Fee

Oct 14

Cookie Baking

Age 18Y and up • Kitchen

We need a team of bakers to help make cookies for program refreshments and bake sales at the Center. All ingredients will be provided—we just need extra hands. Please sign up. #26530 Wed No Fee

12:30PM–2:30PM

Oct 29

Soup On Fridays

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Enjoy a delicious bowl of made from scratch soup, fresh from the Griswold Kitchen. The meal includes bread and something sweet. Check the bulletin board for the monthly menu. Program price of $4 per person is good until the Thursday before each soup day. Registration day of or at the door will cost $5 per person. “There is nothing like a bowl of hot soup, its wisp of aromatic steam making the nostrils quiver with anticipation, to dispel the depressing effects of a grueling day...rain or snow in the streets, or bad news in the papers.” Louis P. DeGouy, The Soup Book 1949. #26458 #26459 #26461 #26462 #26463 #26464 #26465 #26466 #26467

Foreign Language

Fri NOON–1:00PM Fri NOON–1:00PM Fri NOON–1:00PM Fri NOON–1:00PM Fri NOON–1:00PM Fri NOON–1:00PM Fri NOON–1:00PM Fri NOON–1:00PM Fri NOON–1:00PM Activity Fee $4

Oct 17 Oct 24 Oct 31 Nov 7 Nov 14 Nov 21 Dec 5 Dec 12 Dec 19

World Laughter Tour

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

Let’s laugh! Want to feel better mentally and physically? Want to reduce stress? Want to become a healthier and happier person? Want to exercise the diaphragm and abdominal muscles? We laugh to prevent hardening of the attitudes. Join the Griswold Laughter Club! Please note: the July class will be held on the first Wednesday of July. Certified Laughter Leader: Mary Kay Scott #26453 #26454 #26455

Wed Wed Wed No Fee

10:00AM–11:00AM 10:00AM–11:00AM 10:00AM–11:00AM

Oct 8 Nov 12 Dec 10

History and World Events

Conversational Spanish

Civil War Round Table

U.S. Presidents Study Group

Brush up on your Spanish conversational skills in this new program. Leader: Guillermo Arango

Calling all history buffs! Come listen to and discuss a variety of topics relating to the Civil War as the Civil War Round Table commemorates the Civil War sesquicentennial. October 6: “Custer: Charlatan or Courageous Cavalryman?” by Bob Keefer

The President may be the Chief Executive, the Commander in Chief of the Armed Forces, and the only person to get free prime-time network coverage whenever he wants, but the President is also human. Learn about the lives of the Presidents and the policy decision that characterize their terms of office. October 20: “Presidential Libraries” by Jeri Diehl Cusack October 27: “First Ladies: Elizabeth Wallace Truman, Mamie Dowd Eisenhower & Jacqueline Bouvier Kennedy” by Elizabeth Hague November 10: “Custer the Indian Fighter” by Bob Keefer November 17: “The Monroe Doctrine & Other Presidential Foreign Policy Doctrines” by Walt Kobalka December 8: “Immigration II: Closing the Golden Door, 1865– 1924” by Connie Kobalka December 15: “Herblock Looks at US Presidents in His Cartoons, 1929–2000” by Walt Kobalka

Age 18Y & up • Case Room

Fri 1:00PM–2:00PM No Fee

Ongoing

Mon

German Club

Age 18Y & up • Buttles Conference Room

Join the German Club for discussion on German events, reading and translating of text, along with German conversation. Mon 10:30AM–12:30PM No Fee

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

No class September 1 Ongoing

Speaking French

Age 18Y & up • Buttles Conference Room

10:00AM–11:30AM No Fee

Current Events

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

Blow off steam. Join Current Events and explore the past, present and future. Leader: Doug Smith Tue 11:00AM–NOON No Fee

Come together with speakers of French to maintain your conversational skills. Tue 1:30PM–3:45PM No Fee

Oct 6

Ongoing

Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

No class November 11 Ongoing

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

Mon

10:00AM–11:30AM No Fee

See Dates Above

Griswold Center Programs Computer Programs Computers: Windows 8 Intro Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

Join us and see how Windows 8 has changed some things! Learn the new features and how to move around in this new windows operating system. Learn how to get to and open the files you save as well as where other things are located. How to close programs and windows when you are done using them. Lastly learn how to shut down the computer to turn it off. #26443 Thu 9:00AM–11:00AM R $25 | NR $33

Oct 2

Computers: Saving and Organizing Files Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

The purpose of this class is to learn how to save files effectively, find them, and organize them on your computer. Participants will also learn to save and back up information onto an external flash drive. Participants will learn how to install new programs (software) and customize a computer using the control panel. #26444 Thu 9:00AM–11:00AM R $45 | NR $59

Oct 9, Oct 16

Computers: Internet Basics Using Google Chrome Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

The first session will explain the basics of search engines and the basic functions of a browser. Participants will learn how to connect to the Internet and how to browse through websites efficiently. While learning, participants will learn some of the advantages of using Google Chrome instead of Internet Explorer. The second class will provide time for review and progress to saving bookmarks and setting your Home Page. Participants will also learn to download and retrieve files saved from the internet. #26445 Thu 9:00AM–11:00AM R $45 | NR $59

Oct 23, Oct 30

Computers: eMail Basics Using Gmail Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

This class will provide hands on experience while you learn the basics of e-mail. Find out how e-mail works and learn to read, write, send, forward, and reply to messages. We will also provide time for setting up your address book, sending to multiple recipients, sending and downloading attachments, and more. This class will be taught using Gmail, although other web-based email accounts (Yahoo, AOL, Live, etc.) will be demonstrated as needed for participants #26446 Thu 9:00AM–11:00AM R $45 | NR $59

Computer classes are instructed by Carl Kneice from Computer Gnome, Inc.

Computers: CD Burning, Flash Drives & the Cloud Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

Burning CD’s used to be the standard way to back up and store information or pictures. Now the flash drive has become the favorite device to quickly save, copy, and transfer information to an easy to use, portable memory. For really large amounts of backup we learn about External Hard Drives. Discuss the basics of cloud based storage for back up of your important files too. This class will help you decide which option to use as well as how to get it done. Learn the easiest ways to save data & pictures on any removable storage device as well as the correct way to install and remove that drive from your computer. Students may bring a flash drive, External Hard Drive and/or computer or use ones provided. #26447 Thu 9:00AM–11:00AM R $25 | NR $33

Nov 20

Nov 6, Nov 13

Are you thinking about downsizing? Don’t miss the Downsizing Seminar and Lunch on October 1 for tips from a professional organizer and in-home consultants. See page 29 for more information.

Cards and Games Bridge

Card Party

Mah-Jongg: National

Join this group for an afternoon of card playing fun. New players always welcome. No registration required.

Join our party and play euchre or bridge. Party bridge begins at 5:30pm and euchre will begin at a new time of 6:00pm. Drinks, dessert and prizes by the Griswold Center. There is a $1 fee at the door. New players are always welcome. New to Tuesday nights: on the first Tuesday of every month, join us at 5:30 for a pizza party! Pizza, chips and soda sponsored by Highbanks Care Center. Leader: Linda Crannell

Now playing National Rules and looking for new players! Join us in the fascinating and challenging game popular in the U.S. since the 1920s.

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

No class December 24 or December 31

Wed 12:30PM–3:30PM No Fee

Ongoing

Bunco Party

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

Bunco is enjoying a big surge in popularity. So, what is it and how do you play? Come find out! It’s a light-hearted game, and the only skill needed is rolling the dice! Enjoy a fun afternoon of dice tossing, laughter, and socializing! Please remember to register. #26429 #26430 #26431

Fri Fri Fri No Fee

1:00PM–3:00PM 1:00PM–3:00PM 1:00PM–3:00PM

Oct 17 Nov 21 Dec 19

Age 18Y & up • Topping Room • Thompson Room

Tue 5:30PM–9:00PM

Did you know that there is a pool table and a dart board in the Topping Room on the second floor? Anybody can play any time the room is not in use. Please call the Griswold Center for available times.

Mon 9:30AM–NOON No Fee

Ongoing

No class November 11 Ongoing

Double Deck Pinochle

Age 18Y & up • Topping Room

This exciting card game combines all the fun of Euchre, Bridge, Hearts, Spades and even the children’s game, War. In other words, it is a trick-taking game. New players welcome.

No class November 27 or December 25

Thu 12:15PM–4:00PM No Fee

Pool Table and Dart Board

Age 18Y and up • Tuller Lounge

Ongoing

Duplicate Bridge

Wii Bowling League

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

Duplicate or tournament bridge is also known as comparison bridge. The serious play never overshadows the atmosphere of friendship and sociability. It is best to arrive at the game with a partner. Singles are welcome but cannot be guaranteed a partner. No registration required. Leader: Dave Broek

No class November 27 or December 24

Thu 12:15PM–4:00PM No Fee

Ongoing

Age 18Y & up • Topping Room

Do you miss the sounds of the bowling alley? Find them on the virtual lanes of the Wii. It’s an every-man-for-himself competition... That means there will be no teams and everyone competes on an individual basis. Lots of fun and could not be any easier! Mon

1:00PM–2:30PM No Fee

Oct 6–Dec 8

Griswold Center Programs Creative Arts Adventures in Writing

Age 18Y and up • Case Room

We write, we share and we listen. The muse (sometimes called Mr. Whatever) guides us to stories, poems, fact or fiction, serious or funny. Bring pen and paper then be warmed by a totally accepting environment and lots of wonderful. Tue 1:00PM–3:00PM No Fee

No class November 11 Ongoing

Bear Hugs

Age 18Y and up • Case Room

Have fun learning a new skill and making new friends while helping to brighten a child’s life. Learn the basics of making cloth teddy bears that will be donated to Children’s Hospital. You will learn how to sew, cut, stuff, and much more. We use assembly line production in this class so if you only want to do one part of creating these adorable bears that’s all you have to do. #26420 Thu No Fee

10:00AM–NOON

Oct 16–Nov 20

Creative Paper Collage

Age 18Y and up • Case Room

Come and play the paper collage way. Absolutely no previous art making is necessary. All materials for this activity will be provided at the first class. Jo Dickinson, MA, veteran teacher, can be reached at (614) 888-7677 to answer any questions. Fri 1:00PM–3:00PM No Fee

No class November 28 Ongoing

Good Monday Morning: Art Appreciation

New!

Age 18Y and up • Topping Room

This new class will be your “art start” to the week! We will focus on a personal understanding and appreciation of art making. Planned activities will include readings, writings and lively discussions with hands-on samples of several art mediums. Jo Dickinson, MA., has designed this class as broadly suggested by the course “The Artists Way” by Julia Cameron, but will not use the text book. Please bring a notebook along with your spirit of curiosity about the arts! #26481 Mon No Fee

10:00AM–NOON

Oct 6–Nov 17

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Our Griswold Center chorus has become an outreach service to the community. When the Harmonaires are not rehearsing on Friday afternoons, we are going to sing in retirement villages, nursing homes, adult day care centers and other venues. A Griswold Center bus takes us to and from our engagements. We enjoy singing classic standards from the Hit Parade, musical theatre, novelty songs and sing-along songs. If you enjoy singing in a casual, low-key environment, give the Harmonaires a try! We have a good time together! Detailed outing schedules are distributed during rehearsals. Leader: Lori Hagerman 1:30PM–2:30PM No Fee

Oct 3–Dec 12

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Do you love to sing? Join the very talented Lori Hagerman as she leads an enjoyable sing-along featuring oldies but goodies. Come for soup and stay for a sing-along! October 31: We will share songs that evoke Autumn and the harvest season. It’s always fun so stay and sing. The more the merrier! December 5: Christmas-themed sing-along. Join us as we celebrate the season with a half-hour of singing that will put a merry song in your heart. Leader: Lori Hagerman 12:45PM–1:15PM 12:45PM–1:15PM

Oct 31 Dec 5

Knit Wits and Crochet Hooks Age 18Y and up • Tuller Lounge

Cross-Stitch & Needlework Age 18Y and up • Case Room

Work on current projects! Share ideas, techniques, hints and support. Mon 9:30AM–11:30AM No Fee

Ongoing

Age 18Y and up • Kitchen

Please Use the November Registration Form! Create your own beautiful scarves using dye and a microwave all in one day in this 2 hour class. All supplies are included and you will walk away with two hand-made silk scarves ready to wear! #26478 Wed 1:30PM–3:30PM R $19 | NR $25

All are invited to join the Knit Wits & Crochet Hooks group, who enjoy knitting, sharing stories, laughing and having fun! Come together to share patterns and skills of both knitting and crocheting while making gifts for family and friends. The KnitWits have sent over 100 childrens’ sweaters to World Vision and continue to work on prayer shawls for local churches. If you would like to learn the art of knitting, we’ll do our best to help you. Wed 10:00AM–NOON No Fee

Dying a Silk Scarf

Nov 5

Ongoing

Open Art for All Media and Levels Age 18Y and up • Case Room

Open studio environment for all levels and media (acrylic, oil, watercolor, etc.) Free to work independently on own compositions, or can exercise option to join others in weekly sessions of more focused painting or drawing (still life, life drawing-clothed, portraits, etc.) Informal critique of work when mood and time allow. Tue 9:00AM–NOON No Fee

Visit us online at worthington.org for up-to-date information about WPRD programs & events!

For anyone who loves literature and good writing. Come and join our play reading group. There will be something for everyone—comedy, drama, romance and mystery! We will read scripts from many different styles, then discuss the themes and characters. Leader: Mary Williams

No class November 27 or December 25

Thu 10:00AM–NOON No Fee

Ongoing

Poetry Appreciation

This class will meet bi-weekly for discussion of both classical tradition and modern poetry. This class is a study of good and great poetry written in the English language (ok, we may look at a bit of doggerel as well!). Class participation as well as lecture and we will never run out of subject to study. Class will be led by Dr. Joy Ellis McLemore, who has over 30 years of experience teaching college and university classes. #26428 Tue 1:30PM–3:00PM R $28 | NR $37

Oct 7–Dec 2

Project Linus Blankets

Age 18Y and up • Case Room

The Griswold Center will host Project Linus blanket workshops

No class November 28 to be donated through the Columbus chapter. Decide what

Sing-Along with Lori

#26363 Fri #26364 Fri No Fee

Age 18Y and up • Buttles Conference Room

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

Harmonaires

Fri

Play Reading Group

No class November 11 Ongoing

kind of blanket you would like to work on—crocheted, knitted, fleece and quilted are all accepted types of blankets by the project. Come and share your knowledge or learn a new skill while helping the children who need it most. #26452 Mon No Fee

1:00PM–3:00PM

Stitching Seniors Club

Age 18Y and up • Case Room

Oct 13–Dec 1

New!

Volunteer your time and skill to an important local charity; The James Stitching Sisters is a group of volunteers who create lap quilts for breast cancer patients receiving breast cancer treatment at the JamesCare Comprehensive Breast Health Center or at OSU East. The group was formed in 2004 by Joanne Lester, a nurse practitioner at Ohio State’s James Cancer Hospital and Solove Research Institute. The first quilts were distributed in June of 2005. Today, the group includes hundreds of breast cancer survivors, caregivers, family members and friends interested in bringing warmth and strength to breast cancer patients. Come and use your sewing talents to help make quilts for this important charity. We will be sewing quilt tops together. All supplies and patterns will be included. Leader: Linda Crannell #26480 Wed No Fee

No class December 24 or 31

2:00PM–4:00PM

Ongoing

Theatre Class

Age 18Y and up • Buttles Conference Room

This class is for anyone who has an interest in the theatre, including theatre games, improvisation, basic acting technique, storytelling, play reading and more. We will use scenes from plays (both comic and dramatic) as well as material from our own lives in improvisational exercises. Please feel free to bring written material that interests you and any improvisational themes you would like to explore! Instructor: Mary Williams

No class December 24 or December 31

Wed 1:45PM–3:15PM No Fee

Ongoing

Griswold Center Programs Partnerships Westbridge Camera Club 1st, 3rd, and 5th Wednesday of each month 7:00–9:30 PM (September–May) Griswold members are invited to attend all Camera Club meetings. This club has been in existence for many years and has both experienced and beginning photographers. The first meeting of the month is devoted to educational programs with guest speakers in all disciplines of photography. The second meeting is for membership competition with over 150 photos displayed for judging. You do not have to enter competition to attend! Town Hall

Griswold Index Programs

Adventures in Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Alexander Technique, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Alzheimer’s Young Onset Support Group. . . . . . . . 34 Armchair Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Bear Hugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Balance & Flex. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Book Discussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Bunco Party . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Card Party . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Chair Volleyball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Circuit Training Strength Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Civil War Round Table. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Computer Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Cookie Baking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Conversational Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Creative Paper Collage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Cross-Stitch & Needlework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Current Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Delay the Disease™. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Double Deck Pinochle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Duplicate Bridge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Dying a Silk Scarf. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Eat Better, Feel Better. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Fearless Falling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Fearless Falling: Self Defense Tai Chi. . . . . . . . . . 32 Feldenkrais Method®: Awareness Through Movement . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Fit-Stik & Tubing Strength Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Fitness Room Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Foot Care Clinic and Cholesterol Screenings. . . . 34 Fun and Fitness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 German Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Good Monday Morning: Art Appreciation. . . . . . . 37 Harmonaires. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Hatha Yoga at the Griswold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Investor Workshops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35

Programs Continued

Jazzy Tap with a New York Flair!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Knit Wits and Crochet Hooks . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Line Dancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Low Vision Support Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Mah-Jongg National . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Massage Appointments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Open Art for All Media and Levels . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Pickleball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Pilates Mat Work with Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Play Reading Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Poetry Appreciation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Project Linus Blankets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Reflexology/Reiki/Massage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Shopping Trips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Sing-Along with Lori . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Soup On Fridays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Speaking French . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Stitching Seniors Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Strength Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Stroke Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Table Tennis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Tai Chi Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Theatre Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 U.S. Presidents Study Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Walking Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Wii Bowling League. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 World Laughter Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Worthington Widowhood Support Group . . . . . . . 34 Yoga: Hatha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 ZUMBA GOLD® at the Griswold . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

Trips

BalletMet: The Nutcracker . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Billy Ireland Cartoon Library & Museum. . . . . . . . 31 Castle Noel: Medina, OH. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Cimi’s Bistro/Evans Center Showstoppers: Grove City. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Columbus Zoo: Heart of Africa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Coshocton County Fall Foliage, Farm Tours & Apple Butter Stirrin’ Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Der Dutchman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Dickens Victorian Village in Cambridge. . . . . . . . . 31 Grange Insurance Audubon Center & the Old Mowhawk . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Historic Oxford & Hueston Woods State Park . . . 31 Intent to Deceive: Fakes and Forgeries in the Art World . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Kent State Fashion Museum & May 4 Visitors Center . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Lawrence Welk Christmas Show, The . . . . . . . . . . 31 Logan County Amish Backroads Tour . . . . . . . . . . 30 Mystery Lunch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Orange Pomanders & Warming Wintertime Herbal Beverages . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Pizzuti Collection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Senior Living Festival . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Shawnee Storytelling: Hocking Hills . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Silhouettes at the Orange Johnson House . . . . . . 30 Transfigurations: Modern Masters from the Wexner Family Collection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Vaud-Villities Christmas Tea. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Wine and Canvas at Trillium Place. . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Winterfair 2014. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Trip Previews Events

Annual Turkey Dinner. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Columbus Neighborhoods: Worthington. . . . . . . . 29 Downsizing Seminar and Lunch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Father Christmas Visits the Griswold. . . . . . . . . . . 29 Golf Banquet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Griswold Holiday Party . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Harps for the Holidays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Kitchen Clinic: Jolly Ginger Holiday . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Lunch & Learn Series . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 New Horizons Music . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Trick or Treat at Griswold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Rhine & Mosel River Cruise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 The Pacific Northwest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31

Park Information Worthington Parks Improvement Fund Wilson Brid

The Worthington Parks Improvement Fund was created to preserve and enhance the city’s sixteen neighborhood parks. This fund allows gift donations to be used for a variety of needs ranging from plants to park structures.

270 Wilson Bridge Rd. E

Rieber St.

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Snouffer Rd.

Dublin-Granville Rd. W

Ridgedale Dr.

North St.

Dublin-Granville Rd.

Park Blvd.

Indianola Ave.

Godown Rd.

Olentangy River Rd.

315 Middlebury Dr.

Citizens and friends of Worthington interested in donating are invited to read our informative donation brochure. For additional information please contact Celia Tincher at the Community Center at ctincher@ci.worthington.oh.us or (614) 436-2743.

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Huntley Rd.

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Collins Dr.

Highland Ave.

Non-profit community organizations with events in Worthington may apply for a permit to post a sign on the Village Green. Permits and more information are available on our website www.worthington.org and at the Community Center customer service desk. This is a free service.

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Worthington Parks

Available Facilities

Enclosed Facilities

East Granville Rd. Park: 245 E. Granville Rd. 1a: Moses Wright Nature Area Godown Park: 6099 Godown Rd. Heischman Park: 6744 Worthington-Galena Rd. Huntley Bowl Park: 6199 Huntley Rd. Indianola Park: 5500 Indianola Ave. Linworth Park: 5971 Linworth Rd. McCord Park: 333–345 East Wilson Bridge Rd. 7a: Community Center & All Children’s Playground Olentangy River Parklands: 600 W. Wilson Bridge Rd. 8a: Whitney Playground 8b: Highgate Playground 8c: Winding Adventure Skate Park Park Boulevard Park: 125 Park Blvd. Perry Park: 2300 Collins Dr. Pingree Park: 374 Pingree Dr. Selby Park: 358 Selby Blvd. South Shaker Square Park: 888 Middlebury Ct. Snouffer Road Park: 2341 Snouffer Rd. Village Green: Corners of High St. & Dublin-Granville Rd. Wilson Hill Park: 1025 Ridgedale Dr. East

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Visit us online at worthington.org for more information and pictures of Worthington Parks!

Worthington Community Center

Family Values, Affordable Prices, Fun Atmosphere! Community Center Membership Benefits • Individual memberships from $0.69 - $0.89 per day • No initiation fees • Free SilverSneakers® and PRIME® memberships for qualifying individuals • Members receive lowest pricing on Fitness Programs • Member-only events • Unlimited monthly group fitness for as low as $1 a day • Member appreciation days the 1st of every month—every member may bring one free guest on these days! “The Fitopoly and Spring Training challenges helped us reach our fitness goals. Jon lost 45 pounds in six months, and Ann maintained a 120 pound weight loss. The friendly no-pressure atmosphere is why we chose the Community Center over other area gyms.” ~ Jon & Ann

We love the Worthington Community Center! We have been members for over 10 years and have enjoyed the convenient location, helpful & friendly staff and the sense of community from all our fellow members. ~The Roberts Family

“For the last 34 years we have visited a lot of communities in the US and believe Worthington is an A+ community overall. The service provided by the Community Center is outstanding. For us, we use the service so often that the center virtually becomes an extension of our home. It is well run and just right (not too big, not too small, not too fancy, etc.) for us. After visiting the Community Center we all feel so refreshed and energized, therefore visiting has become a daily ritual for us.” ~ The Wu Family “I have been exercising at the Worthington Community Center for approximately eight years and recently joined the SilverSneakers® classes which increase my energy level and more importantly are fun!” ~ Janet Brennan

We really love the convenience of having the Community Center right next door. It is the best value and the wide range of hours fits perfectly with our busy schedules. ~ Ethan & Becca Houts

Improvements to our Group Fitness Programs • Added 17 Classes to our Group Fitness Schedule! • FREE Core15 and Core30 Classes! • New Monthly Unlimited Pricing for Group Fitness that allows you to take as many group fitness classes as you want each month at a price you don’t want to miss! • You asked…we delivered! Core Flow and Flow50 Mind-Body Classes are included in our Group Fitness Punch Cards and Monthly Unlimited Cards! • No need to register for Group Fitness Classes! Use your Punch Card or Monthly Unlimited pass to take as many Group Fitness classes as you like! • 51 Classes per week to choose from! • We still offer SPINNING® and Mind-Body Programs! Check out updated options such as NEW Spin Combo and Barre50 days and times, Intro to Ashtanga Yoga, and Pilates Fundamentals.

worthington.org

Registration Dates Community Center Fall Programs & Aquatics Session I August 18, 19, 20 Aquatics Session II October 21, 22, 23

Griswold Center September 24, 25, 26 October 29, 30, 31 November 19, 20, 21