WPRD Spring 2014 Activity Brochure

Spring 2014

with summer camps!

Activity Brochure Community Center • Griswold Center

Did you know...

Parks & Recreation The Department gives away 400 saplings in honor of Arbor Day

Community Center

Over 200 girls and 34 volunteer coaches participated in our 2013 Girls Summer Softball League (2014 League information is on page 14)

Celebrate Arbor Day! April 25, 2014 at Noon on the Southeast Village Green

Preschool Programs pages 11–13

Summer Camps pages 15, 19–22

Griswold Center

Roughly 10,000 Baby Boomers will turn 65 today, and about 10,000 more will cross that threshold every day for the next 19 years

Parks

In existence since 1983, the street tree program plants 100 trees per year

Griswold Center programs pages 28–38

worthington.org

Registration for Summer Camps opens March 24–26!

Please page 6 for registration details.

Community Center Highlights Saturday Egg Scramble!

Saturday, April 12

Egg Hunt at 10:00 AM sharp

Hop on over Saturday April 12 for the Worthington Community Center’s annual egg hunt at McCord Park! Children will be able to hunt for candy and toy filled eggs at 10:00 AM sharp! The Bunny will be hopping around visiting all of the boys and girls, so bring your camera*.

Egg hunt areas will be divided by the following ages:

• 2 years and under • 3–4 years • 5–6 years • 7–10 years

The egg hunt will take place rain or shine and will start at 10:00 AM, so please allow time to park and walk to the park! *No seated pictures with the Bunny will be taken at this event.

Safety City

See page 12 for program information!

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Touch A Truck!

Friday, May 16 | 9:30 AM–NOON Put your imaginations in gear and go! Kids will have the opportunity to climb aboard and get behind the wheel of their favorite vehicles, ask their operators questions and meet some of their hometown heroes. From ambulances to fire trucks, military vehicles to taxis, race cars to a helicopter, the Meijer Treat Truck to a Mounted Horse Unit—many lifesized hot wheels will be on display at Worthington Community Center for our Touch-a-Truck and Safety Event! Additional activities include arts & crafts, Pit Stop Challenge, bounce house, mascots, and rides on the Rail Pup Train. We will also have Columbus Public Health doing car seat checks*, you may visit with a medical doctor from Ohio Chapter, American Academy of Pediatrics Injury Prevention programs, and adults may donate blood in The American Red Cross Bloodmobile from 9:00 AM–1:00 PM. Admission is free to the event but we ask that you bring a canned food item to help Stuff the Truck (will be donated to the Worthington Food Pantry). The event will run from 9:30 AM–Noon with a special ‘No Horn Hour’ from 9:30–10:30 AM for those with sensitive ears. In case of inclement weather, please call (614) 436-2743. *Car seat checks are by appointment only, please call (614) 645-7748 to schedule your appointment.

Facility Information Table of Contents Assisted Recreation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Aquatics—Fitness . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Aquatics—Lessons . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8–10 Child Care Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Fitness & Wellness Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . .23–26 Griswold Center Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28–38 Membership Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Park Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Registration Information. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6–7 Rental Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Preschool Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11–13 SilverSneakers®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4, 25, 27, 31 Special Events/Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2, 39 Summer Camps. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15, 19–22 Teen/Adult Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16–18 Youth Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14–15

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 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

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 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.

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

Holiday Hours April 20 (Easter)...............................................CLOSED May 26 (Memorial Day)....................................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.

Open Gym

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

Fees for Child Care are as follows:

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

Holiday Hours May 26 (Memorial Day)....................................CLOSED

Fitness Room Hours Monday: ...............8:00 AM–NOON, 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Tuesday:................8:00 AM–NOON, 4:30 PM–6:30 PM Wednesday:...........8:00 AM–NOON, 4:30 PM–6:30 PM 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

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)

Find Worthington Parks & Recreation Online!

City Website: http://www.worthington.org Online Registration http://online.activecommunities.com/worthington Sport Leagues: http://leaguelineup.com/wprd

Meetings are held the third Tuesday of each month at the Community Center at 6:00 PM. Scheduled Spring meeting dates are:

March 18 April 15

May 20 June 17

This Worthington Parks and Recreation brochure is printed on recycled paper.

Inclement Weather Policy

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

@WorthingtonOhio

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.

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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

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.

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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 25 or 31.

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.

Community Center Facilities can be reserved on the Mondays listed below: March 3, 2014 for April–May 2014 May 5, 2014 for June–August 2014 August 4, 2014 for September–December 2014 December 1, 2014 for January–March 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: March 3, 2014 for April–June 2014 May 5, 2014 for July–September 2014 August 4, 2014 for October–December 2014 December 1, 2014 for January–March 2015 Inquiries and requests may be made by calling or in person at least 2 weeks prior to the rental.

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

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.

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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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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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Available Facilities

Enclosed Facilities

Community Center/All Children’s Playground: 345 East Wilson Bridge Rd. East Granville Rd. Park: 245 E. Granville Rd. 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 East Wilson Bridge Rd. Olentangy River Parklands: 600 W. Wilson Bridge Rd. 9a: Whitney Playground 9b: Highgate Playground 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 Winding Adventures Skate Park: 600 W. Wilson Bridge Rd.

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Visit us online at worthington.org for more information and pictures of Worthington Parks!

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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.

Spring Registration Dates

Waiting List Procedures

Spring Programs & Summer Camps

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.

(Spring Program dates: April 14–May 25, 2014)

Monday, March 24 Tuesday, March 25 Wednesday, March 26

Residents Working Residents / Members* Non-Residents

Spring Aquatics Programs

(Spring Aquatic Program dates: April 14–May 25, 2014)

Monday, March 24 Tuesday, March 25 Wednesday, March 26

Residents Working Residents / Members* Non-Residents

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

*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.

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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.

April Programs

May Programs

June Programs

Member Registration Dates Wednesday, March 26 – Residents Thursday, March 27 – Working Residents Friday, March 28 – Non-Residents

Member Registration Dates Wednesday, April 23 – Residents Thursday, April 24 – Working Residents Friday, April 25 – Non-Residents

Member Registration Dates Wednesday, May 28 – Residents Thursday, May 29 – Working Residents Friday, May 30 – Non-Residents

Non-Member Registration Saturday, March 29 – Open Registration

Non-Member Registration Saturday, April 26 – Open Registration

Non-Member Registration Saturday, May 31 – 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!

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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.

6 wks.

R $39 | NR $51 Min. 3 | Max. 16

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.

6 wks.

R $39 | NR $51 Min. 3 | Max. 14

Age: 6M–36M • Leisure Pool

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Mon Tue Wed Thu Sat Sat

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

Apr 14–May 19 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 16–May 21 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 19–May 24 Apr 19–May 24

The Family Changing Rooms will be closed for cleaning 12:15–1:15 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. #24426 Thu

6 wks.

7:15PM–8:00PM R $39 | NR $51

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.

6 wks.

R $39 | NR $51 Min. 3 | Max. 6

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.

6 wks.

R $39 | NR $51 Min. 3 | Max. 6

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

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

Apr 14–May 19 Apr 14–May 19 Apr 14–May 19 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 16–May 21 Apr 16–May 21 Apr 16–May 21 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 19–May 24 Apr 19–May 24

Check out our Water Aerobics programs for ages 16 and up on page 27.

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Age: 3Y–5Y • Leisure Pool

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Mon Mon Tue Tue Tue Wed Wed Thu Thu Sat Sat

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

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.

6 wks.

R $39 | NR $51 Min. 3 | Max. 6 #24391 #24392 #24390 #24393 #24394 #24409 #24397 #24395

Tue Tue Tue Tue Thu Thu Sat Sat

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

Apr 15–May 20 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 19–May 24 Apr 19–May 24

Apr 17–May 22 Min. 6 | Max. 25

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

Children not yet potty trained must wear a swim diaper.

Apr 14–May 19 Apr 14–May 19 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 16–May 21 Apr 16–May 21 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 19–May 24 Apr 19–May 24

Progressive Lesson Requirements 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.

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.

6 wks.

R $39 | NR $51 Min. 3 | Max. 8 #24402 #24403 #24404 #24405 #24406 #24407 #24408

Mon Tue Tue Tue Thu Thu Sat

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

Apr 14–May 19 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 19–May 24

Register for Spring Aquatics Programs on March 24, 25, 26. See page 6 for details.

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.

6 wks.

R $39 | NR $51 Min. 3 | Max. 8

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.

6 wks.

R $39 | NR $51 Min. 3 | Max. 8

Age: 6Y–14Y • Slide Area

#24356 Wed #24357 Thu #24358 Sat

3:30PM–4:15PM 6:15PM–7:00PM 11:00AM–11:45AM

Apr 16–May 21 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 19–May 24

Age: 6Y–14Y • Slide Area

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Tue Thu Thu Sat

3:30PM–4:15PM 3:30PM–4:15PM 5:15PM–6:00PM 10:00AM–10:45AM

Apr 15–May 20 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 19–May 24

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

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.

6 wks.

R $39 | NR $51 Min. 3 | Max. 8 #24371 #24372 #24373 #24374 #24375 #24376 #24377

Minnow (Level 4 for Youth)

Porpoise (Level 5 for Youth)

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.

6 wks.

R $39 | NR $51 Min. 3 | Max. 8

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.

6 wks.

R $39 | NR $51 Min. 3 | Max. 5

Age: 6Y–14Y • Lap Pool

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Mon Tue Wed Thu Sat

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

Apr 14–May 19 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 16–May 21 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 19–May 24

Age: 6Y–14Y • Lap Pool

#24398 Thu #24399 Sat

3:30PM–4:15PM 10:00AM–10:45AM

Apr 17–May 22 Apr 19–May 24

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

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. #24400

#24401

Thu 6 wks.

Sat 6 wks.

3:30PM–4:15PM R $39 | NR $51 9:00AM–9:45AM R $39 | NR $51

Mon Tue Tue Wed Thu Thu Sat

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

Apr 14–May 19 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 15–May 20 Apr 16–May 21 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 17–May 22 Apr 19–May 24

The Aqua Gym

Age: 8Y–16Y • Lap Pool Imagine the thrill of pulling on a pair of fins, a mask and SCUBA equipment and learning how to breathe and play... UNDERWATER. The AQUAGYM is a program for kids 8–16 years of age enjoy a variety of underwater activities and challenges under the care and guidance of a certified scuba instructor.

For more information, visit theaquagym.com. #24890

#24891

Sun 1 wk.

Sun 1 wk.

6:00PM–8:00PM R $40 | NR $52 6:00PM–8:00PM R $40 | NR $52

Apr 13 Min. 6 | Max. 12 May 18 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Apr 17–May 22 Min. 3 | Max. 5 Apr 19–May 24 Min. 3 | Max. 5

Now is the time to register for Summer Camps!

We offer a wide variety of partial and full-day camps at the Community Center.

Please see pages 15 and 19–22 for all camp listings.

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

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Aquatics/Swimming Lessons Other Aquatic Programs Swim Stroke Clinic All Ages • Lap Pool

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. #24425 M, W, F

6 wks.

4:30PM–5:15PM R $117 | NR $152

Apr 14–May 23 Min. 6 | Max. 8

Teen/Adult Swimming Lessons Age: 14Y and up • Lap Pool

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. #24423

#24424

Thu 6 wks.

Sat 6 wks.

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

Apr 17–May 22 Min. 3 | Max. 12 Apr 19–May 24 Min. 3 | Max. 8

Spring Break (March 31–April 6) Open Swim Schedule Leisure Pool & Lazy River Monday–Friday....................9:00 AM–9:00 PM Saturday.............................. 9:00 AM–7:30 PM Sunday..............................10:00 AM–5:30 PM Slide Monday–Friday.................. 10:00 AM–1:00 PM

5:00 PM–8:00 PM Saturday.................................. NOON–7:30 PM Sunday..............................10:00 AM–5:30 PM Lap Pool (all 4 lanes) & Spa Monday–Friday....................5:30 AM–9:00 PM Saturday.............................. 8:00 AM–7:30 PM Sunday..............................10:00 AM–5:30 PM

American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Age: 15Y and up • Conference Room | Lap Pool

This course will include all of the materials and information needed to become a certified lifeguard through the American Red Cross including First Aid, and CPR/AED for Lifeguards.

All students must meet the following prerequisites before being allowed in class: • Must be 15 years of age on or before the completion of the class.

• Swim 300 yards continuously using these strokes in the following order: • 100 yards front crawl using rhythmic breathing and a stabilizing and propellant kick • 100 yards breaststroke using a pull, breathe, kick and glide sequence • 100 yards using either the front crawl or breaststroke • Starting in the water, swim 20 yards using the front crawl or breaststroke, surface dive in 7–10 feet of water and retrieve a 10 pound object, and swim 20 yards back to the starting point with the object and exit the water without using the ladder or steps within 1:40 • Finally, tread water for 2 minutes.

Unsuccessful completion of the prerequisites will result in a refund minus $25.

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 Sping 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.

Spring Thank You Swim Thursday, May 29 | 6:00–8:00 PM For more information please contact Aquatics Supervisor Kevin Timmons at 614-436-2743 or ktimmons@ci.worthington.oh.us

Printed copies of the Activity Brochure will be delivered May 18 in TheBag, and will be available for pick up at the Community Center on May 19.

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Registration for Summer Aquatics Programs Tuesday, May 27 (Worthington Residents) Wednesday, May 28 (Working Residents & Members) Thursday, May 29 (Open Registration)

4:30PM–9:30PM Mar 16–Mar 30* Fee: $250 Min. 3 | Max. 10 *Class will meet March 16, 21, 23, 28, 30

Aquatics/Pool Policies

Our Thank You for Learning to Swim

Summer Session Information The Summer Activity Brochure with the WPRD Summer Swim Lesson listings will be online by May 5 at worthington.org.

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Sun, Fri

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

• Most types of flotation devices are permitted in the pool area. The only flotation devices that are NOT permitted are the cubes where the block is in the back and there is a belt around the child’s waist.

• 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

• Children must go down the “small slide” feet first and should use the steps to climb onto the slide.

• Children must be 42 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 may wear goggles and must go down the slide feet first either lying or sitting down.

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

Register for Spring Aquatics Programs on March 24, 25, 26. See page 6 for details.

Preschool Programs Parent/Child Programs See Me Run

Tumbling for Two

Once children learn to walk it’s hard to slow them down!

Join your child in this busy parent/child class designed to encourage learning through play. There will be singing and circle time, simple crafts and games. These activities along with open play will help to enhance their listening and thinking skills, imagination, coordination, language skills, and more, all while having fun! Please, no older or younger siblings/children in class.

Instructor: Peggy Dignan

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

Age: 18M–36M • South Gym

#24262 Wed

6 wks.

9:15AM–10:15AM R $27 | NR $35

Apr 16–May 21 Min. 8 | Max. 24

Age: 18M–36M • Community Room

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Tue 6 wks.

Tue 6 wks.

10:30AM–11:00AM R $24 | NR $31 11:15PM–11:45AM R $24 | NR $31

Apr 15–May 20 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Apr 15–May 20 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Wings & Things

Age: 18M–36M • Art Studio

Birds are tweeting and bees are buzzing. Join in the fun as we make some beautiful birds and friendly bugs. We’ll have fun painting and gluing and even nibbling some of our creations.

We might get messy so dress accordingly.

Instructor: Michelle Brevick #24325

#24326

Tue 6 wks.

Tue 6 wks.

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

Apr 15–May 20 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Apr 15–May 20 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Active Programs Run and Play

Sporties for Shorties

JumpBunch for Toddlers

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

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.

Instructor: Recreation Staff

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.

Age: 4Y–7Y • North Gym

#24240 Mon

6 wks.

10:30AM–11:30AM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 14–May 19 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Jump Start Sports

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#24712

Tue 6 wks.

Fri 6 wks.

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

Apr 15–May 20 Min. 10 | Max. 24 Apr 18–May 23 Min. 10 |Max. 24

#24265 Sat 9:30AM–10:00AM Apr 12–May 17

6 wks. R $42 | NR $55 Min. 4 | Max. 10

T-Ball for Tots

Age: 4Y–6Y • North Gym

This preschool class is designed to teach boys and girls the beginning basics of T-Ball. The class will use child-friendly, soft koosh balls. Your child will learn how to hit, throw and slide.

We will play fun games to teach the different positions and run bases. No gloves are needed.

Instructor: Recreation Staff

Little Hoop Stars

Age: 4Y–8Y • South Gym

Players are taught the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting, positioning, defense, and rebounding by professional coaches from Jump Start Sports in this instructional and recreational basketball program. They then apply what they have learned in fun, non-competitive games. Each class includes instruction and game play, and parents are welcome to assist in coaching.

Age: 4Y–5Y Thu 6 wks.

5:30PM–6:30PM R $60 | NR $78

Apr 10–May 15

Thu 6 wks.

6:30PM–7:30PM R $60 | NR $78

Apr 10–May 15

Age: 6Y–7Y

Age: 18M–36M • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Age: 4Y–7Y • South Gym

Registration is offered online at www.jumpstartsports.com If you have questions, please contact Aaron Bally at abally@jumpstartsports.com or by phone at 614-505-6532.

Register for Spring Programs March 24, 25, 26. See page 6 for details.

#24520 Thu

3 wks.

10:30AM–11:15AM R $15 | NR $20

Apr 17–May 1 Min. 6 | Max. 14

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 #24522 Thu

3 wks.

10:30AM–11:15AM R $15 | NR $20

May 8–May 22 Min. 6 | Max. 12

JumpBunch

Age: 3Y–5Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

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. #24266 Sat 10:00AM–10:45AM Apr 12–May 17

6 wks. R $45 | NR $60 Min. 4 | Max. 10

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

Tumble Tykes

Age: 3Y–6Y • Community Room

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. Tumble in for lots of fun!

Instructor: Taylor Lindsey #24235 Tue

6 wks.

9:30AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 15–May 20 Min. 4 | Max. 12

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Preschool Programs Creative Programs Chocolate Treats & Other Sweets

Island Discoveries

Spring Clay Creations

Mmm...That smells delicious! Just wait until you sample our yummy creations. Some our specialties will be brownie delight, Oreo® cookie cake and monkey bread. Lots of mouth watering temptations await in the bakery (kitchen). We’ll play games and tidy up the kitchen until our treats are ready to eat.

Instructor: Michelle Brevick

Do all islands have sandy beaches and palm trees? Let’s discover what makes each island unique. Some have giant tortoises and lizards, while another one has giant stone heads.

Some have sea turtles and other have penguins. There will be lots to explore and create.

Instructor: Michelle Brevick

Come and play with clay. Create bunnies, birds, frogs and bugs by rolling, twisting and coiling clay. Make a spring mobile, and a vase or pencil holder. This is a messy class so please wear old clothes.

Instructor: Michelle Brevick

Age: 4Y–6Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

#24351 Mon

6 wks.

9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 14–May 19 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

#24328 Wed

6 wks.

1:00PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 16–May 21 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Growing Up WILD

Little Sprouts

Come explore nature and learn about wildlife and the natural world around us. Each class we will do a craft/activity and explore the outdoors. We will begin and end in the Art Studio but the majority of the time we will be outdoors, weather permitting. Come and join your Nature Guide Peggy in the great outdoors!

What do you get with some dirt, a few seeds, water and sunshine...Little Sprouts! We will sprout things that you can ear or simply enjoy. This is a great way to start your very own garden.

Instructor: Michelle Brevick

Age: 4Y–6Y • Art Studio

#24634 Mon

6 wks.

9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 14–May 19 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Impov, Acting, Life Skills and Fun for Preschoolers Age: 3Y–6Y • Fishbowl

Let your children disperse their energy and have a blast with dramatic play activities! These activities encourage personal and social growth while teaching valuable life skills like: literacy, communication, social and emotional development, gross and fine motor skills, creative expression and an appreciation of the arts, cognitive development, self-help skills and much, much more! Each lesson, children will participate in dramatic play activities with imagination exercises, original music, sign language and even Spanish! By participating in these activities, your child will gain valuable life skills that will prepare them for school, for the playground and for just about anything life throws their way!

Instructor: Angie LeRoy #24849

#24862

Mon 5 wks.

Tue 5 wks.

No class April 28 and 29

10:00AM–10:45AM R $50 | NR $65 10:00AM–10:45AM R $50 | NR $65

Apr 14–May 19 Min. 6 | Max. 10 Apr 15–May 20 Min. 6 | Max. 10

1:00PM–2:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 15–May 20 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Raindrops ‘n Rainbows Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

Create an array of fun paintings by using all the colors of the rainbow. We’ll make bubble pictures, rain pictures and a masterpiece with your toes. This will be a messy class so please dress accordingly.

Instructor: Michelle Brevick #24322 Thu

6 wks.

10:30AM–11:30AM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 17–May 22 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Songs, Stories, Show & Tell Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

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, and even make an instrument. So, ‘If you’re happy and you know it - join this class!’ Clap clap!

Instructor: Jennifer Button #24636 Fri

6 wks.

9:30AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

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#24323

Mon 6 wks.

Thu 6 wks.

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

Apr 14–May 19 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Apr 17–May 22 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Underwater Wonders

Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

#24327 Tue

6 wks.

Age: 3Y–6Y • Pottery Studio

Apr 18–May 23 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

Life under the sea... What would you be? Would you choose to be something small like a sea horse or a sea turtle or something large like a whale or a great white shark? Before you choose, let’s explore what life would be like under the sea. Our creations will be a variety of sea creatures. A friendly octopus, glittery fish, jellyfish windsock, clay sea life and more.

Some of our creatures will even be edible. We will also enjoy stories about our sea creature friends.

Instructor: Michelle Brevick #24321 Wed

6 wks.

9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 16–May 21 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Safety City Age: 4Y–6Y • Wilson Hill Elementary School

Sponsored by the Worthington Parks and Recreation Department, this program is designed to teach basics of safety to kindergarten age children. This includes crossing streets, walking to school, riding bikes and traveling in school buses. Experiencing real life traffic situations, students ride big wheels through a miniature town, and are visited by speakers such as a fireman, police officers, nurse, poison control spokesperson, and others. Safety City is tentatively scheduled to be held at Wilson Hill Elementary School.

Morning Session: 9:00AM–11:00AM #24260 June 16–26, 2014

R $65 | NR $79

(Mon–Fri, Mon–Thu) Min. 50 | Max. 100

Afternoon Session: NOON–2:00PM #24261 June 16–26, 2014

R $65 | NR $79

Dance 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.

Instructor Ms. Keenie #24270

#24271

Thu 6 wks.

Thu 6 wks.

9:30AM–10:00AM R $25 | NR $33 10:30AM–11:00AM R $25 | NR $33

Apr 17–May 22 Min. 4 | Max. 12 Apr 17–May 22 Min. 4 | 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.

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. #24268 Thu

6 wks.

12

(Mon–Fri, Mon–Thu) Min. 24 | Max. 50

12:30PM–1:15PM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 17–May 22 Min. 4 | Max. 12

Register for Spring Programs March 24, 25, 26. See page 6 for details.

Preschool Programs Combo Programs

Combo Programs

Jedi® Academy

Wacky Wednesdays

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

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

Age: 4Y–6Y • Art Studio

#24527 Mon

1 wk.

1:00PM–2:30PM R $10 | NR $13

Apr 21 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Age: 3Y–6Y • Art Studio

#24528 Wed

6 wks.

See Me Run...All By Myself!

Age: 3Y–4Y • South Gym

10:00AM–12:00PM R $48 | NR $66

Apr 16–May 21 Min. 6 | Max. 12

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 format will be similar to our popular child/parent class; only these big kids stay by themselves!

Instructor: Peggy Dignan #24638 Thu

6 wks.

9:15AM–10:15AM R $30 | NR $39

Take Me Out To The Ball Game Age: 4Y–6Y • Community Room

#24635 Thu

6 wks.

11:30AM–NOON R $25 | NR $33

Registration for this program must be made in person at the Community Center and will be ongoing until the program is full. A monthly payment plan is available for this program. The first month’s payment is due at the time of registration to hold a spot for Fall.

Please contact Program Supervisor Nancy Haynes at nhaynes@ci.worthington.oh.us with any questions about the Kidstuff Preschool programs.

Apr 17–May 22 Min. 10 | Max. 18

Wizards Workshop

Age: 4Y–7Y • Art Studio

New!

Explore the magical world of wizards in this one day workshop.

We will create wands, make potions, play magical games in the gym and use our sorcery skills to complete a maze of obstacle courses.

Instructor: Recreation Staff #24607 Mon

1 wk.

1:00PM–2:15PM R $10 | NR $13

May 12 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Kidstuff

Age: 3Y–4Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Kidstuff is a recreational preschool program full of fun and exciting activities. Your child will participate in art, music, games, large muscle activities, small group, fine motor play, calendar and sharing. Most of all, we encourage children to socialize with others and to feel comfortable in social situations with their peers. Children need to be 3 on or before September 30, 2014 and need to be potty trained. #23482 Tue, Fri

34 wks.

Have fun this spring 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.

Instructors: Recreation Staff #24249 Fri 1:00PM–3:00PM

6 wks. R $48 | NR $62

Apr 18–May 23 Min. 8 | 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

Dash & Splash Lunch Bunch

#24245 Thu 12:30PM–1:00PM Apr 17–May 22

6 wks. R $10 | NR $13 Min. 4 | Max. 18

Gym & Swim Lunch Bunch

#24250 Fri 12:30PM–1:00PM Apr 18–May 23

6 wks. R $10 | NR $13 Min. 5 | Max. 16

10:30AM–12:30PM Sep 5–May 19 R $576 | NR $648 Min. 14 | Max. 21 8 Payments: R $72 | NR $81

Kidstuff Superstars

Age: 4Y–6Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Youngstars

Age: 3Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Is your child ready for preschool but not quite old enough?

In this program children will participate in art, music, large muscle activities and group play. For many, this will be the first class experience on their own. Our goals will be to introduce independence, sharing, social interaction and most important...fun! This program runs 30 weeks through the school year beginning September 16–December 12, 2014 and will resume January 6–May 8, 2015. Children must be turning 3 by December 31, 2014 to enroll in this program. A two payment plan is available for this program.

Instructors: Judy Hunter, Tonya Malench #23485 Tue, Fri

30 wks.

Dash and splash your way through spring. 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

Age: 4Y–7Y • South Gym

Kidstuff Preschool Programs Registration for 2014–2015 Preschool Programs began February 3, 2014. Spaces may still be available in these programs.

Age: 4Y–7Y • South Gym

Gym & Swim

New!

Apr 17–May 22 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Dash & Splash

#24244 Thu 1:00PM–3:00PM

6 wks. R $48 | NR $62

Apr 17–May 22 Min. 8 | Max. 12

Let’s play games, sing songs and read stories all with a ‘sports flair’. This will be a fun and exciting way to introduce your child to the wonderful,wide world of sports! We will learn about basketball, hockey and baseball along with other activities.

Clothes with room to move and tennis shoes are suggested attire. Since this is not a parent/child class, please make sure your child is comfortable being dropped off while you relax or view from the window. GO TEAM! Instructor: Keenie Fassbender

with Lunch Bunch option

9:00AM–10:15AM Sep 16–May 8 R $290 | NR $340 Min. 8 | Max. 12 2 Payments: R $145 | NR $170

The Superstars program offers the same variety of activities offered in our Kidstuff program. In addition, we will introduce the basic fundamentals needed to help make their transitions to kindergarten a little easier. Some of these skills include letter, number and name recognition, writing of names, counting, listening skills and social encouragement. Children need to be 4 on or before September 30, 2014.

Afternoon Superstars — 2.5 hour program The afternoon program has a longer time for the 2014–2015 school year! #23484 M, W, Th 1:15PM–3:45PM Sep 4–May 21

34 wks. R $768 | NR $840 Min. 6 | Max. 17

8 Payments: R $96 | NR $105

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

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Youth Programs Active Programs

Girls Softball

Gym, Snack and Swim

NERF® Dart Games

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: Jeremy Dean

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

Grade: K–6 • South Gym

#24258 Mon

6 wks.

3:30PM–5:30PM R $40 | NR $52

Apr 14–May 19 Min. 10 | Max. 20

Junior Tennis

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

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 #24242 Gr. K–3 #24243 Gr. 4–6

Wed 6 wks.

Wed 6 wks.

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

Apr 16–May 21 Min. 4 | Max. 16 Apr 16–May 21 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Grade: 3–6 • South Gym

#24252

#24253

Fri 1 wk.

Fri 1 wk.

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

Apr 25 Min. 8 | Max. 20 May 23 Min. 8 | Max. 20

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 #24251 Fri

6 wks.

3:30PM–5:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 18–May 23 Min. 10 | Max. 25

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

New!

Girls Summer Softball League Grade: K–12 • McCord Park

The goal of this fast pitch softball league is to upgrade each girl’s ability level, understanding and enjoyment of the game. The program is designed to allow each girl to participate equally. The league will be broken down into 5 divisions: T-Ball, Mini, Junior, Intermediate and Seniors.

Each team plays 1 or 2 games per week. Practices are scheduled on Friday or Sunday, depending on the coach’s schedule. Practices will begin in early May. Games will start June 7 and run through July 25.

Registration must be done at the community center as additional player information and medical release forms need to be completed. Forms may be downloaded from the “Leagues” page at worthington.org or picked up at the Community Center.

League registration begins on March 3. #24225

#24226

#24227

#24228

#24229

Completing Grade: K–1 Games played: Mon R $45 | NR $59 Jun 2–Jul 21 Completing Grade: 2–3 Games played: Sat, Thu R $60 | NR $78 Jun 7–Jul 25 Completing Grade: 4–5 Games played: Sat, Tue R $60 | NR $78 Jun 7–Jul 25 Completing Grade: 6–7 Games played: Sat, Mon R $60 | NR $78 Jun 7–Jul 25 Completing Grade: 8–12 Games played: Sat, Mon R $60 | NR $78 Jun 7–Jul 25

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.

Parents have the option of checking their children in and out anytime during the two hour period.

Instructor: Recreation Staff #24755 Tue

6 wks.

3:30PM–5:30PM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 15–May 20 Min. 8 | Max. 24

Badminton Clinic and Junior Badminton League are available for ages 7–15.

See page 18 for details.

Fitness Programs After School Kick-Fit

New!

Age: 5Y–12Y • Community Room

This program is a combination of traditional Martial Arts and fitness in a fun kid-friendly environment. Participants will engage in challenging and rewarding activities that focus on strength, stamina, body awareness, and self-confidence through active and engaging instruction.

Instructor: Tony Banks #24603 Tue

7 wks.

4:00PM–5:00PM R $25 | NR $32

Apr 8–May 20 Min. 4 | Max. 15

Kids In Karate—And Adults Too! 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, self-confidence, control, & discipline. Other skills learned includes; social interaction in dealing with a bully, leadership, and good old-fashion 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. #24584 Wed

7 wks.

14

7:00PM–8:30PM R $77 | NR $84

Apr 9–May 21 Min. 10 | Max. 40

Youth Fitness

P

*

Age: 5Y–12Y • Fitness Studio

New!

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 many different types of fitness activities. *Participants may use a group fitness punch card to attend this program. See page 24 for details.

Instructor: Ser Jackson #24601 Thu

7 wks.

4:30PM–5:30PM R $25 | NR $32

Apr 10–May 22 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Youth Running

Age: 7Y–13Y • Fitness Area

New!

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.

Instructor: Ryan Shamansky #24602 Wed

7 wks.

4:30PM–5:30PM R $25 | NR $32

Apr 9–May 21 Min. 4 | Max. 10

WPRD offers many fitness options for teens and adults!

Check out pages 23–26 for programs such as Spinning®, Zumba®, Bootcamp, Yoga, and many more! There are several new programs you may want to try!

Register for Spring Programs March 24, 25, 26. See page 6 for details.

Youth Programs Creative & Educational Programs American Red Cross Babysitting Clinic

Ignite a Paper Idea

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 sessions. 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

This class is designed to inspire young people (ages 8–10, 11–13, and 14+ yrs) to explore the field of engineering through the art of paper cutting (called Kirigami). Using colorful papers alone as a medium, students are demonstrated with an array of FUNctional paper models that operate using a paper mechanism. This class will show you and encourage you to make your own animated paper machines. It will also provide you with resources readily and easily available to you: on-line, local libraries, and community programs offered at WCC that will empower you with DIY skills. A must attend class to breathin pure confidence. Be awesome.

Age: 11Y and up • Conference Room

#24354

#24355

Wed 3 wks.

Wed 3 wks.

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

Apr 16–Apr 30 Min. 5 | Max. 8 Jun 11–Jun 25 Min. 5 | Max. 8

Age: 8Y and up • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

#24618 Tue Age: 8–10Y 1 wk. #24619 Tue Age: 11–13Y 1 wk. #24620 Tue Age: 14Y+ 1 wk.

6:30PM–7:30PM NR $9 | NR $11 6:30PM–7:30PM NR $9 | NR $11 6:30PM–7:30PM NR $9 | NR $11

New!

Apr 15 Min. 4 | Max. 20 Apr 22 Min. 4 | Max. 20 Apr 29 Min. 4 | Max. 20

Daddy Daughter Date Night...

Desserts and Dancing Age: 6Y–13Y • South Gym

Dress up in your finest and bring daddy to our Daddy Daughter Date Night. We will have lots of dancing in our gym and a build your own ice cream sundae bar. Take home a souvenir picture when you strike a pose in our photo booth. Price is per couple—please register child only. Extra children may be registered for the R $10 | NR $13 price.

Daddy and Daughter

#24293 Fri 7:00PM–8:30PM

1 wk. R $20 | NR $26

Additional Daughter(s)

#24294 Fri 7:00PM–8:30PM

1 wk. R $10 | NR $13

May 2 Min. 20 | Max. 100 May 2 Min. 20 | Max. 100

Impov, Acting, Life Skills and Fun for Elementary Age: 6Y–11Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Come and play with drama and improvisational games that can help you gain valuable life skills! Whether you’re using memorization to ace a test, teamwork to win a game, creativity to win a contest, or confidence to speak in front of a group, drama games will equip you with important life skills that can help you in all your future endeavors! Plus, it’s just a whole lotta fun!

Instructor: Angie LeRoy

Drama: James and the Giant Peach Age: 5Y–9Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

We launch a huge production of Giant Insects of Roald Dahl’s “James and the Giant Peach” for the Columbus Arts Festival.

This will be the same wonderful story on steroids! So please join the cast to invent an all new production of this timeless tale on the Grass Patch Stage. Performance will be June 7, 2014 at the Columbus Arts Festival. Orange you glad you signed up!

Instructor: Candace Mazur Darman #24274 Thu Age: 5–9Y 8 wks. #24275 Thu Age: 10–16Y 8 wks.

5:45PM–6:45PM R $65 | NR $85 7:00PM–8:00PM R $65 | NR $85

Apr 17–Jun 5 Min. 6 | Max. 20 Apr 17–Jun 5 Min. 6 | Max. 20

#24851 Mon

5 wks.

5:30PM–6:30PM R $50 | NR $65

No class April 28 Apr 14–May 19 Min. 6 | Max. 16

LEGO® Maniacs

Springtime Kid’s n’ Clay

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

With a little bit of clay you can create all kinds of projects.

Create an animal habitat or maybe even an imaginary vacation spot. Real or imagined, the possibilities are endless. Wear old clothes, this class can be messy.

Instructor: Michelle Brevick

Grade: 1–3 • Art Studio

#24259 Thu

6 wks.

4:00PM–5:00PM R $30 | NR $39

Young Rembrandts Art Camps

Apr 17–May 22 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Ocean Adventures Workshop

Back by popular demand, five fun-filled days await our students as we explore the wonderful world of horses; one of the most requested ‘how do you draw…’ subjects by children. We’ve run this workshop before with ‘unbridled’ success—now we’ve updated the artwork for a first-place finish! Horses are not only graceful and majestic animals, but they are also excellent subjects to draw and color. In our Young Rembrandts Horse Drawing Workshop, our students will learn how to draw horses of all shapes, sizes, and styles.

Colorful compositions help our students strengthen their coloring skills. Challenging drawings reward our students with a greater sense of accomplishment.

Instructors: Young Rembrandts Staff

Laugh-out-loud-funny! Mind-bendingly-adorable! Awesomebeyond-belief! Grab your goggles and your sense of adventureYoung Rembrandts is taking you on a colorful, seafaring voyage! Students will begin this five-day workshop using pastels to draw a bigger-than-life graphic cruise ship and a tropical dolphin graphic. As we continue the week, we’ll dive deeper into the ocean as we learn to add expression and movement to bring sharks, jelly fish, sea horses, octopus, colorful saltwater fish and other sea creatures to life. We will give our characters amusing expressions and place them in fun, action scenes. Join our nautical adventure full of underwater mystery and magic. Enroll your budding artist today! Day 1 will be messy-fun, please bring an art smock and wear appropriate clothing.

Instructors: Young Rembrandts Staff

#24888 Mon–Fri 4:00PM–5:30PM

1 wk.

R$75 | NR$97

Aug 4–Aug 8 Min. 5 | Max. 15

#24352

#24353

Mon 6 wks.

Tue 6 wks.

4:00PM–5:15PM R $42 | NR $55 4:15PM–5:30PM R $42 | NR $55

Apr 14–May 19 Min. 4 | Max. 8 Apr 15–May 20 Min. 4 | Max. 8

See more youth summer camps on pages 19–22!

Horses, Horses & more Horses Age: 6Y–12Y • Art Studio

Grade: 1–6 • Pottery Studio

Age: 6Y–12Y • Art Studio

#24886 Mon–Fri 9:00AM–NOON

1 wk.

R $125 | NR $150

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

Aug 4–Aug 8 Min. 5 |Max. 15

Princesses, Knights, Castles... and Dragons Age: 6Y–12Y • Art Studio

Travel back in time to the Middle Ages and imagine yourself living in a castle with the fantasy of dragons in your kingdom.

During this 5-day drawing workshop, students will learn how to illustrate period-specific characters and scenes, from knights in shining armor to elegantly-dressed maidens as they strengthen their drawing and coloring skills. There is a lot of focus on how to compose a well-drawn figure, but with a touch of the whimsy and intrigue of this time-period. We toss in a little architecture with a realistic drawing of a castle and add a dash of fantasy with some dragon images; learning how to draw both realistic and cartoon-style renderings. Get ready for five days of exciting, medieval imagery!

Instructors: Young Rembrandts Staff #24887 Mon–Fri 12:30PM–3:30PM

1 wk.

R $125 | NR $150

Aug 4–Aug 8 Min. 5 | Max. 15

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Teen/Adult Programs Assisted Recreation Friday Night Fun

Saturday Night Live

Saturday Night Live: Summer

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 on Friday evenings (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). 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

Age: 13Y–26Y • Lobby

#24342 Fri

5 wks.

5:00PM–10:00PM R $95 | NR $120

Apr 4–May 30 Min. 8 | Max. 14

#24343 Fri

5 wks.

5:00PM–10:00PM R $95 | NR $120

Apr 4–May 30 Min. 2 | Max. 2

Wheelchair Participant

Age: 29Y and up • Lobby

Age: 13Y and up • Lobby

#24344 Sat

5 wks.

6:00PM–11:00PM R $95 | NR $120

Apr 5–May 31 Min. 8 | Max. 14

We are combining our Friday Night Fun and Saturday Night Live group. Join us for fun activities for young adults to adults who need some level of support. These events offer the opportunity for social experiences out in the community. Activities are held on Saturdays (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. Please use correct program # 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. Dates of our events: 6/29, 7/6, 7/27, 8/10.

Instructors: Amanda Chiles, Sue Hoffmannbeck For questions you can contact Amanda Chiles (614)266-5592 or AmandaChiles@icloud.com

#24345 Sat

5 wks.

6:00PM–11:00PM R $95 | NR $120

Apr 5–May 31 Min. 2 | Max. 2

Wheelchair Participant

Wheelchair Participant

#24346 Sat

5 wks.

5:00PM–10:00PM R $95 | NR $120

Jun 14–Aug 9 Min. 6 | Max. 16

#24347 Sat

5 wks.

5:00PM–10:00PM R $95 | NR $120

Jun 14–Aug 9 Min. 2 | Max. 2

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

CPR Training

Impov, Acting, Life Skills and Fun for Teens Spanish I Age: 12Y–18Y • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Looking for a way to train your brain? Whether you’re trying to grow your memorization skills to ace a test, your teamwork abilities to win a game, your creativity skills to win a contest, or your confidence levels to speak in front of a group, drama games will equip you with important life skills that can help you in all your future endeavors! Plus, it’s just a whole lotta fun!

Instructor: Angie LeRoy #24853 Mon

5 wks.

6:30PM–7:30PM R $50 | NR $65

No class April 28 Apr 14–May 19 Min. 6 | Max. 20

Impov, Acting, Life Skills and Fun for Adults Age: 18Y and up • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

Ever wanted to star on, ‘Saturday Night Live’ or play a game on, ‘Whose Line is it Anyway?’ Well now you can! Learn how to gain valuable leadership and teamwork skills for the job market, to build self-confidence while public speaking, to train your brain to deepen your memory, observation and communication skills and to strengthen your ability to ‘think on your feet’ in emergency situations with this fun and inspirational class!

Come for the laughs and develop creativity and important life skills that can help you excel at work, at home and in life in the process!

Instructor: Angie LeRoy #24855 Mon

5 wks.

16

7:30PM–8:30PM R $50 | NR $65

No class April 28 Apr 14–May 19 Min. 6 | Max. 20

Age: 14Y and up • Worthington Fire Department

Age: 16Y and up • Conference Room

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 #24752 Wed

6 wks.

7:15PM–8:00PM R $66 | NR $86

Apr 16–May 21 Min. 4 | 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 #24753 Wed

6 wks.

6:15PM–7:00PM R $66 | NR $86

Apr 16–May 21 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Tiny Tea at the Griswold Center Saturday, April 5 | 2–4 PM Explore the world of child sized tea dishes and special china for children and enjoy our “Tiny Tea” with friends of all ages. Sponsored by the Worthington Historical Society and the Griswold Center. Registration required please.

See page 28 for all program details.

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). #24622 Sat

1 wk.

9:00AM–NOON Fee: $45

May 3 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). #24624 Sat

1 wk.

9:00AM–NOON Fee: $25

Apr 5 Min. 1 | Max. 9

*Course manuals are available from the following: Worldpoint www.eworldpoint.com Channing-Bete http://www.aha.channing-bete.com/

Register for Spring Programs March 24, 25, 26. See page 6 for details.

Teen/Adult Programs Creative Programs Art Jewelry Enameling

Fusion Glass Fun

Stained Glass

Enameling is the art of fusing glass to metal to create one of a kind jewelry, small sculpture, and other small items. Learn basic metal working techniques to create jewelry using copper and sterling silver.

Instructor: Jen Townsend

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, 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

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.

Instructor: Susan Scritchfield

Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

#24936 Tue

6 wks.

6:00PM–8:30PM R $60 | NR $78

Apr 15–May 20 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

#24263 Mon

6 wks.

6:30PM–8:30PM R $72 | NR $93

Apr 14–May 19 Min. 6 | Max. 10

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Age: 16Y and up • Art Studio

#24621 Wed

6 wks.

6:30PM–9:00PM R $50 | NR $65

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Apr 16–May 21 Min. 4 | Max. 12

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Pottery Programs Pottery: Centered in Clay Saturdays Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

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 #24313 Sat

5 wks.

No class May 10 & 17

11:00AM–2:30PM R $105 | NR $130

Apr 19–May 31 Min. 4 | Max. 8

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. Basic Wheel-Throwing is the pre-requisite to this class.

Instructor: Lynn Wheeler 6:00PM–9:00PM R $108 | NR $133

Pottery: Form and Function Friday

Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

Apr 16–May 21 Min. 4 | Max. 8

New!

Hand-builders 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 $54 | NR $70

#24318 Sun

2 wks.

1:00PM–4:00PM R $50 | NR $65

Apr 6–Apr 13 Min. 4 | Max. 8

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

Instructor: Lynn Wheeler #24308 Sun

1 wk.

1:00PM–4:00PM R $25 | NR $33

May 4 Min. 3 | Max. 6

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: Plates on Purpose Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

Learn several ways and styles to make plates on the potters wheel, including preventative techniques in the throwing and drying process, and produce pieces that will grace your table for years. Basic Wheel-Throwing is the pre-requisite.

Instructor: Lynn Wheeler #24311 Sat

1 wk.

1:00PM–4:00PM R $25 | NR $33

May 10 Min. 4 | Max. 6

Pottery Workshop: Add-Ons Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

Apr 25, May 9, 23 Min. 4 | Max. 6

Two pots are better than one! Discover a new dimension to your wheel thrown projects by combining pots, adding on a new thrown section, a thrown pedestal, or your own innovation.

We’ll make pots with something extra. Basic Wheel-Throwing is the pre-requisite.

Instructor: Lynn Wheeler

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 Apr 17–May 22 Min. 4 | Max. 8

New!

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

6:30PM–8:30PM R $72 | NR $93

Apr 3–Apr 10 Min. 3 | Max. 6

Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

Whimsical Clay Creations

#24324 Thu

6 wks.

6:00PM–9:00PM R $50 | NR $65

Pottery Workshop: A Set of Sundays

In these 3 classes, while building your skills on the potter’s wheel, we’ll also work to incorporate the concepts of form and function into purposeful design in your clay-work expression.

Our goal will be to create pieces that are creative and unique, and yet still perfectly functional and pleasantly ergonomic for the end-user. We will plan, practice, and critique, giving details close scrutiny.

Instructor: Lynn Wheeler #24319 Fri

3 wks.

New!

Age: 16Y and up • Pottery Studio

#24317 Thu

2 wks.

Pottery: End of the Day Clay

#24315 Wed

6 wks.

Pottery Workshop: Candle Holders & Luminaries

#24312 Thu

1 wk.

5:30PM–9:00PM R $25 | NR $33

May 29 Min. 4 | Max. 7

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

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

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Teen/Adult Programs Active Programs Adult Golf Lessons

Badminton Clinic: For All Levels

Team Tennis League

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

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)

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.

Age: 13Y–100Y • Westerville Golf Center

#24256

#24257

Mon 6 wks.

Mon 6 wks.

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

Apr 28–Jun 2 Min. 5 | Max. 6 Apr 28–Jun 2 Min. 5 | Max. 8

Men’s Handicap Golf League

Age: 18Y and up • Arrowhead Lakes Golf Course

Features 9-hole play at Arrowhead Lakes Golf Course for 14 Tuesday afternoons, and features an 18-hole finale. League uses a modified non USGA handicap system. Indicate your partner when registering. You must have a partner. For more information contact Jeff Fickell at 842-6320. #24725 Tue

14 wks.

3:00PM–7:00PM R $220 | NR $245

May 6–Aug 5 Min. 16 | Max. 24

Age: 7Y and up • South Gym

#24429 Sat

6 wks.

1:00PM–2:00PM R $46 | NR $59

Apr 26–May 31 Min. 6 | Max. 12

Badminton League

Age: 7Y and up • South Gym

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)

Junior League (Ages 7Y–15Y) #24428 Sat

10 wks.

2:15PM–6:30PM R $68 | NR $88

Adult League (Ages 16Y and up) #24427 Sat

10 wks.

2:15PM–6:30PM R $68 | NR $88

Apr 26–Jun 28 Min. 6 | Max. 12 Apr 26–Jun 28 Min. 12 | Max. 40

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 7:15PM–9:15PM R $18 | NR $23

#24254 M, W

6 wks.

Apr 16–May 21 Min. 8 | Max. 28

7:00PM–9:00PM R $70 | NR $91

Jun 2–Jul 9 Min. 8 | Max. 16

Tennis: Adult Beginning

Age: 16Y and up • Olentangy Parklands

Players are taught the forehand, backhand, volleys and serve.

Hitting tossed balls and gradually progressing into basic rally.

The lessons will be given at the Olentangy Parklands Tennis Courts, located off West Wilson Bridge Road. Make ups due to inclement weather will be arranged by the instructor.

Instructor: Bart Greene or Jennifer Greene #24246 M, W

5 wks.

6:00PM–7:00PM R $55 | NR $72

Apr 14–May 14 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Tennis: Adult Advanced Beginning Age: 16Y and up • Olentangy Parklands

Players are taught a review of the forehand and backhand in a tossed ball situation. Lessons progress rapidly into rally and play including basic court position and strategy. Major emphasis is placed on the serve and review of net play.

The lessons will be given at the Olentangy Parklands Tennis Courts, located off West Wilson Bridge Road. Make ups due to inclement weather will be arranged by the instructor.

Instructor: Bart Greene or Jennifer Greene #24247 M, W

5 wks.

Volleyball: Open Adult

#24255 Wed

6 wks.

Age: 16Y and up • Olentangy Parklands

7:00PM–8:15PM R $55 | NR $72

Apr 14–May 14 Min. 4 | Max. 10

Tennis: Adult Intermediate Tennis Age: 16Y and up • Olentangy Parklands

Lessons are a review of Advanced Beginning classes with emphasis on singles and doubles games. The lessons will be given at the Olentangy Parklands Tennis Courts, located off West Wilson Bridge Road. Make ups due to inclement weather will be arranged by the instructor.

Instructor: Bart Greene or Jennifer Greene #24248 M, W

5 wks.

8:15PM–9:30PM R $55 | NR $72

Apr 14–May 14 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Free Workshops 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. Presented by Logan Philipps, J.D., M.A. with Resch and Root, LLC #24645

#24713

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Tue 1 wk.

Tue 1 wk.

6:30PM– 8:30PM No Fee 6:30PM– 8:30PM No Fee

Apr 29 Min. 3 | Max. 20 May 20 Min. 3 | Max. 20

Building a Confident Retirement

Small Businesses Retirement Plans

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.

Presented by Jared M. Hoffman, CFP with Ameriprise Financial

Small Businesses Retirement Plans: from SIMPLE to Sophisticated. During this complimentary seminar, you’ll learn ways to: Take advantage of asset consolidation. Make flexible contributions that may allow you to save on taxes. Compare the features and benefits of SEP, SIMPLE, 401(k) and Individual 401(k) plans. This is an educational seminar. There is no cost or obligation. Presented by Jared M. Hoffman, CFP with Ameriprise Financial. This is an informational seminar.

There is no cost or obligation

Age: 16Y and up • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

#24892 Wed

1 wk.

6:30PM–7:30PM No Fee

Apr 9 Min. 5 | Max. 30

Age: 16Y and up • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

#24893 Wed

1 wk.

6:30PM–7:30PM No Fee

May 14 Min. 5 | Max. 30

Looking to get ready for summer?

The Community Center offers 30-day and Annual Memberships which include use of the Fitness Center, Track, and Pools. Please see page 4 for more Membership information.

Register for Spring Programs March 24, 25, 26. See page 6 for details.

This camp is for every preschooler who enjoys a variety of art projects, stories and games. Every activity will be BIG FUN created special for little ones. We will have art projects big and small, games for short and tall and fun for all! We will even go to the pool on our last day. If you like BIG FUN, this camp is the ONE! Instructor: Kristina Hayes

Sidekicks to the rescue! When your favorite hero needs help who do they turn to? Their best friend and sidekick that’s who.

When Hiccup needs help he finds a friend in Night Flurry.

Max and Pasquel help Rapunzel and Sebastian is there for Ariel. We may even train our own dragon. Join us for 4 days of celebrating the sidekicks.

Instructor: Michelle Brevick

#24350 Mon–Thu 10:00AM–2:00PM

1 wk.

R $65 | NR $84

Jun 9–Jun 12 Min. 6 | Max. 14

Let the Games Begin

Age: 4Y–6Y • Selby Shelter (358 Selby Blvd.)

#24640

#24641

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

9:15AM–11:30AM R $55 | NR $71 12:30PM–2:45PM R $55 | NR $71

Jul 21–Jul 24 Min. 6 | Max. 14 Jul 21–Jul 24 Min. 6 | Max. 14

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Age: 4Y–6Y • Day Camp Shelter

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Little Hands, BIG FUN

SUMM

Preschool Summer Camps

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Fairy Fun

Age: 4Y–6Y • Selby Shelter (358 Selby Blvd.)

Come join in the games! For four days we will enjoy playing individual as well as team games. Each day we will play different games. Some of our games will include balloon toss, sack race, tug of war, balloon brigade, synchronized slip an’ slide, 3-legged race, hoppity hop and more.

Camp Leader: Michelle Brevick

During our delightful four days together we will enjoy magical fairy stories and learn some of the habits and secrets of the fairy world. Enchanting projects will include fairy wings, crowns, kaleidoscopes and even a fairy house using bits and pieces found in nature. One cannot forget yummy fairy cakes and pixie power punch, too.

Camp Leader: Michelle Brevick

Ahoy Matey

Outrageously Wet

Age: 4Y–6Y • Selby Shelter (358 Selby Blvd.)

#24336

#24337

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

9:15AM–11:30AM R $55 | NR $71 12:30PM–2:45PM R $55 | NR $71

Age: 4Y–6Y • Selby Shelter (358 Selby Blvd.)

Yo ho a pirate’s life for me. Arrr Matey, come and join our crew!

In four days we will make all the fixin’s to make ye a right’n proper pirate or ye will walk the plank. You will be makin’ a hat, an eye patch, spyglass and more. Try some grub from the galley, some cannonballs, crow’s nest cones, and some jolly roger brownies. Don’t forget that pirates have buried treasure to find.

Head Pirate: Michelle Brevick #24340

#24341

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

#24348

#24349

Jul 7–Jul 10 Min. 6 | Max. 14 Jul 7–Jul 10 Min. 6 | Max. 14

9:15AM–11:30AM R $55 | NR $71 12:30PM–2:45PM R $55 | NR $71

Jul 14–Jul 17 Min. 6 | Max. 14 Jul 14–Jul 17 Min. 6 | Max. 14

Sporties for Shorties Summer Camp Age: 5Y–8Y • South Gym

This camp is for the young athlete who would like to learn a little about a lot of different sports. We will use fun games and drills to teach the basics of basketball, soccer, baseball and hockey. We will even cover sports like track and field, gymnastics, tennis and volleyball. We will also play a fun variety of gym games that will keep everyone moving! Please bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Instructors: Summer Camp Staff #24802 Mon–Fri 9:00AM–11:30AM

1 wk.

R $50 | NR $65

Jul 21–Jul 25 Min. 10 | Max. 25

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

9:15AM–11:30AM R $55 | NR $71 12:30PM–2:45PM R $55 | NR $71

Jul 28–Jul 31 Min. 6 | Max. 14 Jul 28–Jul 31 Min. 6 | Max. 14

Age: 4Y–6Y • Selby Shelter (358 Selby Blvd.)

During four days of outrageously wet fun, come enjoy playing individual and team games. Some of our activities include splash tag, bucket brigade, musical sprinkler, and tunnel gopher. Remember to wear a swim suit under your clothes and bring a towel to dry off. Come join our water world and be prepared to get wet.

Camp Leader: Michelle Brevick #24338

#24339

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

9:15AM–11:30AM R $55 | NR $71 12:30PM– 2:45PM R $55 | NR $71

Aug 4–Aug 7 Min. 6 | Max. 14 Aug 4–Aug 7 Min. 6 | Max. 14

Active Youth programs offered by Partner Organizations Jump Start Sports Camps

JumpBunch

Skyhawks Sport Camps

For more details or to register online* please go to:

Mom’s Morning Off

For more information and to register for these programs, please go to

Age: 3Y–8Y Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

www.jumpstartsports.com

*A nominal online convenience fee may apply.

For more information contact Aaron Bally at 614-505-6532 or by email at abally@jumpstartsports.com

Worthington Sports Camp Completing Grade: K–4

June 2–6

Full Day 9:00AM–3:00PM Full Week: R $115 | NR $145; One Day: R $30 | NR $39 Full Day with Extended Care 8:00AM–5:00PM Full Week: R $135 | NR $165; One Day: R $40 | NR $52 Campers will play various sports such as baseball, basketball, lacrosse, flag football, soccer, and ultimate frisbee in the morning. Every afternoon campers will go swimming, followed by traditional “camp games” such as capture the flag, dodge ball, and kickball! There are additional supervised activities during the optional extended care hours before and after camp.

Lacrosse Camp 9:00AM–NOON

Ages 6–11

July 21–25

R $95 | NR $114

All equipment will be provided in this highly instructional camp.

Plastic sticks will be used and no checking, stick checking, or poking will be allowed. No helmets or shoulder pads will be used, but cleats and a mouth guard are additional gear you may want to consider.

Register for Summer Camps March 24, 25, 26. See page 6 for details.

Run your errands, have coffee with friends, or take the morning off each Thursday this summer. 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. You may sign up for individual weeks or the discounted fee for all 8 weeks summer.

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

Full 8 Week Registration

#24299 Thu 9:00AM–11:30AM

8 wks. R $130 | NR $155

Jun 12–Jul 31 Min. 6 | Max. 20

1 wk.

Min. 6 | Max. 10

Individual Weeks #24300 #24301 #24302 #24303 #24304 #24305 #24306 #24307

R $20 | NR $26 Thu Thu Thu Thu Thu Thu Thu Thu

9:00AM–11:30AM 9:00AM–11:30AM 9:00AM–11:30AM 9:00AM–11:30AM 9:00AM–11:30AM 9:00AM–11:30AM 9:00AM–11:30AM 9:00AM–11:30AM

www.skyhawks.com

Programs will take place at McCord Park, Worthington Community Center

Beginning Golf

June 2–6

9:00AM–NOON

Ages 5–9 R $99 | NR $ 121.50

9:00AM–NOON

Ages 4–7 R $99 | NR $ 121.50

Mini-Hawk

August 11–15

(Mini-Hawk includes soccer, baseball, basketball)

Tiny-Hawk Soccer 12:30PM–1:30PM

August 11–15

Ages 3–4 R $55 | NR $71.50

Jun 12 Jun 19 Jun 26 Jul 3 Jul 10 Jul 17 Jul 24 Jul 31

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Youth Summer Camps Creative Camps Baker’s Camp

Art Masters

American Girl® Day Camp

Have a sweet tooth? Love to bake? In this camp we’ll bake and taste to satisfy our sweet cravings. Learn all the techniques and have fun creating treats for your family and friends. We’ll even put together a cookbook of all our confections. It’s sure to be the sweetest week of your summer.

Head Baker: Michelle Brevick

Come join a week of fun creating your own personal Masterpieces. Children will be using several different medias (paint, ink, pencil, fabric, clay etc.). Along the way we will learn about famous artists and art of other cultures. You will have fantastic pieces of work to take home at the end of the week.

We’ll take a break and hit the pool a couple times during the week. Bring a lunch daily. A schedule of events and more details will be mailed out prior to the start of camp.

Instructor: Peggy Dignan

Join us for an awesome time of American Girl® fun. We’ll make crafts, do some cooking and play games from the time periods of your favorite American Girl® dolls. We’ll also visit the Community ‘swimming hole’ during the week and have a cookout one day. Bring a lunch daily and join us for endless American Girl® fun!

Instructor: Kristina Hayes

Completing Grade: K–6 • Meeting Rooms 1 & 2

#24331 Gr. K–3 #24332 Gr. 4–6

Mon–Fri 1 wk.

Mon–Fri 1 wk.

9:30AM–NOON R $60 | NR $78 1:00PM– 3:30PM R $60 | NR $78

Jun 2–Jun 6 Min. 5 | Max. 10 Jun 2–Jun 6 Min. 5 | Max. 10

Clay Fantasy

Age: 8Y–13Y • Art Studio

#24829 Mon–Fri 9:30AM–3:30PM

1 wk.

R $125 | NR $150

Jul 7–Jul 11 Min. 10 | Max. 24

Completing Grade: K–6 • Pottery Studio

In this two week camp you will create a portal into your own secret world with clay then escape from the ordinary to the realm of your imagination. Who or what lives there? Are there wizards, fairies, dragons or trolls? Where do they live? In a tower, a tree, a cave or under bridges? Who are their friends?

Maybe lizards, birds or frogs. The first week we will unlock the characters in your imagination and bring them to life. Week 2 will be practice on the potter’s wheel and glazing our projects.

Instructor: Michelle Brevick #24333 Gr. K–3 #24334 Gr. 4–6

Mon–Fri 2 wks.

Mon–Fri 2 wks.

9:30AM–NOON R $120 | NR $145 1:00PM–3:30PM R $120 | NR $145

Jun 9–Jun 20 Min. 4 | Max. 10 Jun 9–Jun 20 Min. 4 | Max. 8

Summer Drama Programs

by Candace Mazur-Darman

Age: 7Y–14Y • Community Room

The puppet Pinocchio has one dream: he wants to be a real boy, but it seems he may never become it! He jumps from one piece of mischief into another. He is disrespectful to kindly Gepetto. He goes to the puppet show when he should be in school and even sells his spelling book. When he meets the bad boy Candlewick, Pinocchio easily consents to run off to the Land of Hooky! When he gets there, he becomes a donkey. With the help of the Blue Fairy, Pinocchio escapes and, at long last, realizes his dream. A faithful retelling of the Collodi story! Performance at 4:30 PM on Friday, June 27. Bring a 3 ring binder, sun block,swimsuit, towel and lunch daily. #24264 Mon–Fri 9:00AM–5:00PM Jun 23–Jun 27

1 wk.

R $170 | NR $195 Min. 10 | Max. 28

Twelve Dancing Princesses and Prince Age: 5Y–9Y • Community Room

Twelve Dancing Princesses and the Prince... Please come for our evening rehearsals for this magical fairy tale of worn out shoes, sneaking out of the palace, and spying by the handsome Prince that finds out where the lovely princesses go at night! Wear beautiful dresses, carry handsome swords, or be the mystery women who shows the prince how to be invisible. Performance at 7:00 on Friday evening. #24759 Mon

1 wk.

6:30PM–7:45PM R $85 | NR $110

Jun 23–Jun 27 Min. 10 | Max. 28

#24296 Mon–Fri 9:30AM–3:30PM Jul 14–Jul 18 Gr. 1–5 1 wk.

R $125 | NR $150 Min. 10 | Max. 24 #24297 Mon–Fri 9:30AM–3:30PM Jul 28–Aug 1* Age 8–13 1 wk.

R $125 | NR $150 Min. 10 | Max. 22 *The week of July 28 will include a field trip during the week. Due to seat belt laws, there will be no exceptions made for anyone under the age of 8.

Everything But the Kitchen Sink Age: 5Y–8Y • Day Camp Shelter

Young Rembrandts will be offering art programs August 4–8.

Nature, cooking, arts and crafts! Games and swimming what a blast! Holiday happenings and sloppy fun, stand up, sit down, run, run, run. This camp is for you if you like it all because in this camp we’ll have a ball. Bring a sack lunch daily. A more detailed schedule will be sent to participants closer to camp time.

Leader: Kristina Hayes #24834 Mon–Fri 9:30AM–3:30PM

1 wk.

R $120 | NR $145

4th of July Week Day Trips Day Trip: Canoeing

Day Trip: The Wilds

Enjoy the day floating and paddling down the Big Darby Creek. We will stop along our journey to eat lunch, explore in the water and surrounding river beds as well as swimming.

Before the trip leaves we will have instruction on paddling so this trip is great for even the beginners.

Instructors: Josh Stegman, Lauren Lange & Jen Hegerty

Come along for a ride out to the The Wilds in Cumberland, Ohio. We will welcome a tour guide on to our bus to teach us about each of the animals as we observe them in their most natural habitats. The tour will also stop along at the Carnivore Center and Gift Shop. Spend the day with us getting up close to many of the worlds wildest and dangerous animals.

Instructors: Josh Stegman, Lauren Lange & Jen Hegerty

#24736 Mon

1 wk.

10:00AM–4:00PM Jun 30 R $40 | NR $52 Min. 12 | Max. 21

Day Trip: Horseback Riding

Age: 8Y–14Y • South Lobby

#24737 Wed

1 wk.

9:00AM–5:00PM R $40 | NR $52

Jul 2 Min. 12 | Max. 22

Age: 8Y–14Y • South Lobby

Saddle up Partner! This day trip to Marmon Valley Farm will be full of farm animals and horses. Enjoy the interactive farm yard animals, playground, and campfire before your hour long trail ride. Marmon Valley staff will provide instruction prior to the trip so it is perfect for even first time riders. Giddy Up and join for a day fun down on the farm!

Instructors: Josh Stegman, Lauren Lange, Jen Hegerty #24735 Tue

1 wk.

9:30AM–4:00PM R $50 | NR $65

Jul 1 Min. 12 | Max. 30

Day Trip: Sailing

Age: 8Y–14Y • South Lobby

Ahoy There! Come along and across the open waters of the Hoover Reservoir. The Hoover Sailing Club will provide education, and instruction of sailing. They will then guide the boats across the water for a couple of hours as we learn how to change sails, steer, and hike out. Sailing is weather dependent, so if a change is needed, registered participants will be contacted.

Instructors: Josh Stegman, Lauren Lange & Jen Hegerty #24738 Thu

1 wk.

20

Jul 21–Jul 25 Min. 10 | Max. 16

Please see page 15 for program details.

Age: 8Y–14Y • South Lobby

Drama Camp: Pinocchio

Completing Grade: 1–5 • Art Studio

10:00AM–3:00PM Jul 3 R $45 | NR $58 Min. 12 | Max. 22

Register for Summer Camps March 24, 25, 26. See page 6 for details.

Youth Summer Camps Active Camps

Tennis Camps

Dash & Splash Mini Camp

Art & Action Mini Camp

Dash and splash your way through Summer. We will dash around the gym playing a variety of games. We will also complete art projects, hold contests, and have outside water activities. We will finish the day splashing in the pool with our friends. Enjoy the best of both worlds this summer! Please have child wear their bathing suit under their clothes and bring a towel. Please bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Instructors: Summer Camp Staff

Get the best of both worlds in this athletically expressive camp! We will spend time playing fun games and sports, and then get creative in the art room with paint, clay, glitter and glue. Please bring a water bottle and a snack each day.

Instructors: Summer Camp Staff

Completing Grade: K–6 • South Gym

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#24793

Mon–Fri 1 wk.

Mon–Fri 1 wk.

1:00PM–4:00PM R $65 | NR $85 1:00PM–4:00PM R $65 | NR $85

Jun 9–Jun 13 Min. 8 | Max. 35 Aug 4–Aug 8 Min. 8 | Max. 35

Gym, Snack & Swim Summer Camp Completing Grade: K–6 • South Gym

Camp will begin in the gym with a variety of gym games, sports and activities. We will then head out to the playground for a snack and some sun. Camp will finish in the pool enjoying all of its features and splashing with friends. Please have your child wear a bathing suit under their clothes. Please bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Instructors: Summer Camp Staff #24794

#24797

Mon–Fri 1 wk.

Mon–Fri 1 wk.

1:00PM–4:00PM R $65 | NR $85 1:00PM–4:00PM R $65 | NR $85

Completing Grade: K–6 • South Gym

#24801 Mon–Fri 1:00PM–4:00PM

1 wk.

R $65 | NR $85

Jun 23–Jun 27 Min. 10 | Max. 20

Basketball Mini Camp

Completing Grade: 1–6 • South Gym

This camp is designed to teach the basic skills and drills of basketball. Skills will be taught and developed through game play and drills. Ball handling, shooting, rebounding, defense and three on three may be introduced. Participants will be divided by age and skill level. Please bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Instructors: Summer Camp Staff #24805

#24806

Mon–Fri 1 wk.

Mon–Fri 1 wk.

9:00AM–NOON R $65 | NR $85 1:00PM–4:00PM R $65 | NR $85

Jun 23–Jun 27 Min. 10 | Max. 20 Jul 21–Jul 25 Min. 10 | Max. 20

Completing Grade: K–6 • South Gym

Jun 30 Jul 1 Jul 2

Completing Grade: K–6 • South Gym

Join our camp staff for a half day of gym games, swimming and time on our new playground. Staff will lead participants in a variety of group and individual activities.

We will finish the afternoon swimming in the pool. Please have your child bring a water bottle and snack to the program.

1 wk.

R $15 | NR $20 Min. 10 | Max. 30 #24878 Mon #24879 Tue #24880 Wed

1:00PM–4:00PM Jun 30 1:00PM–4:00PM Jul 1 1:00PM–4:00PM Jul 2

Supervised Lunch

Completing Grade: K–6 • Fishbowl

This supervised lunch option is available for any camper who is participating in the Supervised Gym & Art and Supervised Gym & Swim programs. Staff will remain with your camper during lunch and take them to the next activity.

1 wk.

Fee: $5 Min. 6 | Max. 20 #24881 Mon #24882 Tue #24883 Wed

NOON–1:00PM NOON–1:00PM NOON–1:00PM

Jun 30 Jul 1 Jul 2

Some camps fill quickly, register early to ensure your space!

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Sports Mini Camp

Completing Grade: K–6 • South Gym

Join us for soccer, kickball, volleyball, basketball, floor hockey and more. We will also play a variety of your favorite gym games. Please bring a water bottle and a snack each day.

Instructors: Summer Camp Staff #24800 Mon–Fri 1:00PM–4:00PM

1 wk.

R $65 | NR $85

Supervised Gym & Swim

These camps are designed to teach the forehand, backhand, volleys and serves. We will progress from a tossed ball situation into basic rally. This will be done in a fun fashion with stretching and warm-up exercises followed by drills and fun lead-up games. Please bring a water bottle and snack each day. This camp meets from 9:00–11:30 AM, Monday through Thursday. Friday will be the rain out makeup day. Campers will be divided into groups based on age and ability.

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

9:00AM–11:30AM R $55 | NR $72 9:00AM–11:30AM R $55 | NR $72

Jun 9–Jun 13 Min. 10 | Max. 24 Jul 14–Jul 18 Min. 10 | Max. 24

In the Advanced Beginning Tennis camp we will review the forehand and backhand in a tossed ball situation.

Then we will progress rapidly into rally and play including basic court position and strategy. Fun tennis games will help reinforce the basics. Major emphasis will be placed on the serve and review of net play. Please bring a water bottle and snack each day. This camp meets from 9:00–11:30 AM, Monday through Thursday. Friday will be the rain out makeup day. Campers will be divided into groups based on age and ability.

Supervised Gym & Art

9:00AM–NOON 9:00AM–NOON 9:00AM–NOON

Completing Grade: K–6 • Wilson Hill Park

Completing Grade: 3–8 • Wilson Hill Park

4th of July Week Day Camps

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Beginning Tennis Camp

Advanced Beginning Tennis Camp

Jun 16–Jun 20 Min. 10 | Max. 40 Jul 28–Aug 1 Min. 10 | Max. 40

Join our camp staff for a half day of gym games, art projects and time on our new playground. Staff will lead participants in a variety of group and individual activities.

Please have your child bring a water bottle and snack to the program.

1 wk.

R $15 | NR $20 Min. 10 | Max. 30

All Tennis Camps are instructed by WPRD Summer Camp Staff. Tennis camps meet Monday–Thursday at Wilson Hill Park (1025 Ridgedale Dr. East). Friday will be the rain out makeup day.

Jul 7–Jul 11 Min. 10 | Max. 24

Silly & Sloppy Mini Camp

Completing Grade: K–6 • South Gym

Have some silly, sloppy, slimy fun in the sun this summer! We will play wet and messy games, do ooky gooky art, and swim in the pool. Join your friends for a week of wacky, wet and wild fun! Please wear your bathing suit and bring a towel each day.

Please bring a water bottle and snack each day.

Instructors: Summer Camp Staff #24804 Mon–Fri 1:00PM–4:00PM

1 wk.

R $65 | NR $85

Camp Empower

Completing Grade: 1–6 • South Gym

Jul 14–Jul 18 Min. 10 | Max. 24

New!

Empower your child to build key personality traits, selfconfidence, teamwork, goal setting, and healthy nutrition habits. Each day will also introduce campers to different types of exercise that will include: Boot Camp, Yoga, Zumba, Kickboxing, and Body Weight Exercises. We will also play fun games and complete team building exercises. Please bring a water bottle and healthy snack each day.

Instructors: Fitness Staff #24871 Mon–Fri 9:00AM–NOON

1 wk.

R $65 | NR $85

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

Mon–Thu 1 wk.

9:00AM–11:30AM R $55 | NR $72 9:00AM–11:30AM R $55 | NR $72

Jun 16–Jun 20 Min. 10 | Max. 20 Jul 28–Aug 1 Min. 10 | Max. 20

Volleyball Camps

We are offering Beginner and Intermediate Volleyball Camps. In both camps, players will divide into groups based on age and ability. We will cover passing, setting, serving and spiking. We may cover topics like serve receive, court positions and zones. Warm-ups, stretching and conditioning will take place each day.

Please bring a snack and a water bottle. Volleyball camps are instructed by WPRD Summer Camp Staff.

Beginner Camp

Completing Grade: 2–8 • South Gym

If you are interested in volleyball, or want to brush up on your skills, then this is the week for you! #24807 Mon–Fri 9:00AM–NOON

1 wk.

R $65 | NR $85

Jun 16–Jun 20 Min. 10 | Max. 24

Intermediate Camp

Completing Grade: 2–8 • South Gym

If you have played volleyball and would like to learn more, this camp is for you! Skill coverage in the this camp will be more in-depth than the beginner camp. #24808 Mon–Fri 9:00AM–NOON

1 wk.

R $65 | NR $85

Jul 7–Jul 11 Min. 10 | Max. 24

Aug 4–Aug 8 Min. 10 | Max. 20

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Club W

Before & After Care

Club W Summer Camp

Camp Care Before & After

Completing Grade: 1–7 • Fishbowl Club W is an exciting summer program offered by the Worthington Parks and Recreation Department.

This full-day of programming will take place at the Worthington Community Center during the summer of 2014. Each week is themed with activities that include active and passive games, imaginative projects, fitness activities and interactive learning situations.

Participants will be swimming at the Community Center pool and hopping on a Worthington school bus for a field trip each week. This program runs 9:00AM–4:00PM, Monday through Friday with before and after care also available for anyone registering for this camp. Registration may be completed online or at the Community Center.

Children must have completed 1st grade to participate, no exceptions.

Camp Leaders: WPRD Summer Camp Staff 1 wk.

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Monday–Friday R $150 | NR $175

Jun 9–Jun 13 Jun 16–Jun 20 Jun 23–Jun 27 Jul 7–Jul 11 Jul 14–Jul 18 Jul 21–Jul 25 Jul 28–Aug 1 Aug 4–Aug 8

9:00AM–4:00PM Min. 25 | Max. 40

Game Show Stars Sports Bonanza Great American Adventure Franchise Movies Spirit Week Campers vs. Wild Olympics Best of Club W

Completing Grade: 1–7 • Fishbowl

Camp Care Before and Camp Care After are available for those participants registered for Club W and On The Go who need additional morning or afternoon supervision.

Camp Care Before will begin at 7:30AM and will conclude at 9:00AM. Camp Care After will begin at 4:00PM and will conclude at 5:30PM. Participants will be assisted to and/or from their camps by Before & After Care staff. Before Care participants may bring their breakfast to enjoy at the Community Center and After Care participants should bring a snack and drink. A mixture of active games, passive games, free play and art are available to those attending.

Participants must have completed 1st grade in order to register.

Camp Care Before 1 wk.

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Monday–Friday R $15 | NR $20 7:30AM–9:00AM 7:30AM–9:00AM 7:30AM–9:00AM 7:30AM–9:00AM 7:30AM–9:00AM 7:30AM–9:00AM 7:30AM–9:00AM 7:30AM–9:00AM

Camp Care After 1 wk.

On The Go Camps General Information

On The Go Camps will be traveling most of the week to various locations. These camps explore all around the Central Ohio area. Most of the activities are active and take place outdoors. A packed lunch will be necessary every day, coolers will be provided. Usually lunch takes place in a park near our daily destination. It is recommended that everyone also brings something to do on the bus. We frequently get wet at various locations during various activities, so be prepared on days specified. A detailed schedule, along with necessary items to bring, will be mailed out to each participant’s address one week prior to the beginning of camp. Emergency Forms will be included in the mailing and will need to be on file all week. All of the On the Go Camps are eligible for Camp Care Before & Camp Care After.

Due to the seat belt laws, no exceptions can be made for anyone under the age of 8 years.

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Monday–Friday R $15 | NR $20

4:00PM–5:30PM 4:00PM–5:30PM 4:00PM–5:30PM 4:00PM–5:30PM 4:00PM–5:30PM 4:00PM–5:30PM 4:00PM–5:30PM 4:00PM–5:30PM

Min. 8 | Max. 25 Jun 9–Jun 13 Jun 16–Jun 20 Jun 23–Jun 27 Jul 7–Jul 11 Jul 14–Jul 18 Jul 21–Jul 25 Jul 28–Aug 1 Aug 4–Aug 8

Min. 8 | Max. 25 Jun 9–Jun 13 Jun 16–Jun 20 Jun 23–Jun 27 Jul 7–Jul 11 Jul 14–Jul 18 Jul 21–Jul 25 Jul 28–Aug 1 Aug 4–Aug 8

On the Go: Nature Adventures

On The Go: Wet N’ Wild

On The Go: Active Art

Come explore all the great parks the Columbus area has to offer. We will travel in search of adventure on trails, in creeks, and at nature centers. Naturalists may help guide our way to seek out wildlife, insects, and ecosystems. Mother Nature can be unpredictable so join the adventure!

Leaders: Lauren Lange & Jen Hegerty

Come enjoy a week of wet & messy madness. We will get wet in pools, creeks, lakes, and parks while we explore the wild natural world around us. We will use inner tubes, squirt guns, hoses, sprinklers, and much more to make this week wet, messy & fun!

Leaders: Josh Stegman, Lauren Lange, and Jen Hegerty

Get into action and enjoy the creative world around us. We will travel around the city to explore art in our natural and inventive world. You will create, design, critique, build, and imagine all types of art and crafts while being lively and energetic. We may also explore museums, parks, studios, and our natural surroundings to appreciate all forms of art. If you enjoy working with your hands and have too much energy to stare at a picture on a wall then this camp is for you!

Leaders: Josh Stegman and Lauren Lange

Age: 8Y–14Y • South Lobby

#24740

Mon–Fri 9:00AM–4:00PM 1 wk.

R $160 | NR $185

Jun 9–Jun 13 Min. 12 | Max. 22

Age: 8Y–14Y • South Lobby

#24741

Mon–Fri 9:00AM–4:00PM 1 wk.

R $160 | NR $185

Jun 23–Jun 27 Min. 12 | Max. 22

#24743 Mon

1 wk.

On The Go: Sports

On The Go: Animal Adventures

Bring your sporting spirit and join us for a week of sport related activities. We will travel around in search of some of the most lively activities the city has to offer. We may bowl, putt, race, dodge, fish, swim and much more. We will also be attending the Columbus Clippers Game on Thursday, June 19.

Leaders:: Josh Stegman, Lauren Lange, and Jen Hegerty

Explore the great outdoors and the wild world that surrounds us. We will travel to exciting locations in search of animals of all shapes and sizes. Woods, ponds, creeks, lakes, fields, and trails will all help us learn about animals in their natural habitat. We will hold, pet, tour, and learn about many different creatures. If you love animals as much as we do, you won’t want to miss this camp!

Leaders: Josh Stegman, Lauren Lange and Jen Hegerty

Age: 8Y–14Y • South Lobby

#24643 Mon–Fri 9:00AM–4:00PM

1 wk.

R $160 | NR $185

22

Jun 16–Jun 20 Min. 12 | Max. 32

Age: 8Y–14Y • South Lobby

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Mon–Fri 9:00AM–4:00PM 1 wk.

R $160 | NR $185

Age: 8Y–14Y • South Lobby

Jul 7–Jul 11 Min. 12 | Max. 32

9:00AM–4:00PM R $160 | NR $185

Jul 14–Jul 18 Min. 12 | Max. 22

On The Go: O-H-I-O

Age: 8Y–14Y • South Lobby

We will travel North, South, East, and West to explore the best our area has to offer. We will travel near and far to some of the most popular locations and hidden gems around Ohio. We will hike, climb, swim, and tour throughout the week including a trip to enjoy all the Ohio State Fair has to offer.

Leaders: Josh Stegman, Lauren Lange, and Jen Hegerty #24644 Mon–Fri 9:00AM–4:00PM

1 wk.

R $160 | NR $185

Jul 21–Jul 25 Min. 12 | Max. 22

Register for Summer Camps March 24, 25, 26. See page 6 for details.

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:

30 Minute Session................................................ $35 1 Hour Session..................................................... $55 (3) 30 Minute Sessions......................................... $90 (3) 1 Hour Sessions............................................. $125 (10) 1 Hour Sessions........................................... $375 Group Training*................................... $35 per person *Limit 2 per group. Both individuals must be present for Group Training Rates to apply.

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 Please see Customer Service or 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 are 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. Doing so may result in suspension of membership.

• 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.

SPINNING® SPINNING®

SPINNING® Express

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.

Instructors: Richard Witt (Mon, Wed); Richard Johnson (Tue, Thu); Kristi Bourquin (Sat, Sun) 7 wks. R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Min. 6 | Max. 13

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.

Instructor: Danielle Repko (Mon PM); Cathy Smyers (Wed PM); Kristi Bourquin (Sat AM) 7 wks. R $35 | NR $46 | M $28 Min. 5 | Max. 13

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

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Mon Tue Tue Wed Thu Thu Sat Sun

6:00AM–6:45AM 6:00AM–6:45AM 12:15PM–1:00PM 6:00AM–7:00AM 6:00AM–6:45AM 12:15PM–1:00PM 9:00AM–9:45AM 10:15AM–11:00AM

Apr 7–May 19 Apr 8–May 20 Apr 8–May 20 Apr 9–May 21 Apr 10–May 22 Apr 10–May 22 Apr 12–May 24 Apr 13–May 25

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

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5:45PM–6:15PM 5:45PM–6:15PM 8:15AM–8:45AM

Apr 7–May 19 Apr 9–May 21 Apr 5–May 17

SPIN® Combo

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

Get a SPINNING® and weight-training combo on Mondays, Wednesdays, and early Fridays and a SPINNING® and power yoga combo at the later Friday class. Please note: these classes are 60 minutes.

Instructors: Aprille Pullins (Mon AM, Wed AM, Fri AM); Danielle Repko (Mon PM, Wed PM); Sarah Moore (Fri 6AM) 7 wks. R $42 | NR $56 | M $35 Min. 4 | Max. 13 #24475 #24904 #24469 #24470 #24477 #24471

Mon Mon Wed Wed Fri Fri

9:45AM–10:45AM 6:30PM–7:30PM 9:45AM–10:45AM 6:45PM–7:45PM 6:00AM–7:00AM 9:45AM–10:45AM

Apr 7–May 22 Apr 7–May 19 Apr 9–May 21 Apr 9–May 21 Apr 11–May 23 Apr 11–May 23

Dance Belly Dance

Bollywood Dance Fit

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.

Instructor: Karen Bradford

During this special class you will learn Bollywood and Belly Dancing moves and choreography that will deliver a cardio dance workout.

Instructors: Karen Bradford and Ser Jackson

Age: 12Y and up • Fitness Studio

#24562 Mon

7 wks.

7:30PM–8:30PM R $56 | NR $73

Apr 7–May 19 Min. 5 | Max. 10

Belly Dance Troupe Time

Age: 12Y–99Y • 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. #24564 Mon

7 wks.

8:30PM–9:00PM R $28 | NR $37

Apr 7–May 19 Min. 5 | Max. 10

Intermediate Line Dancing

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Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

#24597 Mon

1 wk.

5:45PM–7:00PM Fee: $6

Mar 31 Min. 4 | Max. 39

Join other dancers and learn fun Line Dances and get great exercise. Our Line Dance classes are not just ‘Country Line Dancing’. We call it ‘Line Dancing’ for a reason. We play great music from Genres like Country, Top 40, Hip Hop, Funky, Latin, Swing, and much more. You must have completed Line Dancing Essentials or comparable course before enrolling in this class.

Instructor: Edie Driskill, NTA Certified Instructor

Line Dancing Essentials

#24758 Sat

6 wks.

Introduction to the exciting world of line dancing around the world! Come learn the Electric Slide and Cupid Shuffle and see how they are just the first steps in a great lifelong sport where you can enjoy new music, movement and friends. No experience necessary. Wear smooth soled shoes and light clothing.

Instructor: Edie Driskill, NTA Certified Instructor

Advanced Line Dancing

Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

#24580 Sat

6 wks.

11:30AM–12:30PM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 12–May 17 Min. 5 | Max. 40

Apr 12–May 17 Min. 4 | Max. 25

Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

Advanced Line Dancing adds more interesting turns and moves and choreography that features the latest music. You’ll be ready to travel to regional line dance conferences and take your place in the line! Must have completed a six-week session of Line Dancing Essentials and Intermediate Line or comparable training to enroll.

Instructor: Edie Driskill, NTA Certified Instructor #24582 Wed

6 wks.

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

12:30PM–1:30PM NR $30 | NR $39

8:15PM– 9:15PM R $30 | NR $39

Apr 9–May 14 Min. 5 | Max. 30

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Fitness/Wellness Programs Group Fitness Cardio Cardio Latin

TurboKick

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Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

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

Instructors: Jeff Hixon (Thur PM); Rachel Halverson (Sat AM) #24521 7 wks. #24523 7 wks.

Thu 5:45PM–6:45PM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14 Sat 10:00AM–11:00AM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14

Cardio Line Dance

Apr 10–May 22 Min. 8 | Max. 39 Apr 12–May 24 Min. 8 | Max. 39

Age: 13Y 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.

Instructor: Judy Hunter #24554 Mon 10:30AM–11:30AM 7 wks.

R $21 | NR $28 | M $14

Apr 7–May 19 Min. 4 | Max. 20

P

Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

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!

Instructor: Judy Hunter #24550 7 wks. #24551 7 wks.

Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

New!

Become a total knock-out with the ultimate cardio kickboxing party. This class will have you punching and kicking your way into great shape.

Instructor: Brandi Williams #24558 Tue 4:30PM–5:30PM 7 wks.

R $21 | NR $28 | M $14

Zumba®

Apr 8–May 20 Min. 4 | Max. 25

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Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

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Low Impact Workout

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Tue 1:15PM–2:15PM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14 Thu 1:15PM–2:15PM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14

Apr 8–May 20 Min. 8 | Max. 30 Apr 10–May 22 Min. 8 | Max. 30

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.

Instructors: Lara Phelps (Mon LUNCH); Ser Jackson (Mon PM/Tue AM/Fri PM); Kari Sexton (Tue PM,/Wed PM); Bev Tabb (Wed LUNCH); Courtney Jolley (Thur AM/Sun PM); Sony Mallory (Thur PM); Keenie Fassbender (Fri LUNCH) 7 wks. R $21 | NR $28 | M $14 Min. 8 | Max. 39 #24494 #24495 #24496 #24497 #24498 #24499 #24500 #24501 #24502 #24503 #24504

Mon Mon Tue Tue Wed Wed Thu Thu Fri Fri Sun

12:15PM–1:00PM 5:45PM–6:45PM 9:45AM–10:45AM 5:45PM–6:45PM 12:15PM–1:00PM 5:45PM–6:45PM 9:45AM–10:45AM 7:00PM–8:00PM 12:15PM–1:00PM 5:45PM–6:45PM 2:00PM–3:00PM

Zumbathon®

Apr 7–May 19 Apr 7–May 19 Apr 8–May 20 Apr 8–May 20 Apr 9–May 21 Apr 9–May 21 Apr 10–May 22 Apr 10–May 22 Apr 11–May 23 Apr 11–May 23 Apr 13–May 25

Group Fitness Punch Cards

Register for classes, save your spot, and save money!

Punch Cards are still available for those who want the flexibility to drop in to classes.

Punch Card prices*:

One Class Drop In Pass............................ $6 8 Class Punch Card Resident | Member................................ $32 Non-Resident 8 Class Punch Card.......... $40 16 Class Punch Card Resident | Member................................ $64 Non-Resident........................................ $80 Unlimited Quarterly Pass Resident | Member............................... $63 Non-Resident........................................ $82 *These punch cards only apply to group fitness programs marked with P after the program title.

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Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

Join our Zumba instructors for 90 minutes of Zumba® fun! #24598 Wed

1 wk.

5:30PM–7:00PM Fee: $6

Apr 2 Min. 15 | Max. 100

Group Fitness Cardio & Strength Cardio & Weights

P

This workout will consist of 30-minutes of strength training highlighting a different muscle group each week. The class will finish with 30-minutes of fun step patterns.

Instructor: Holly Keller

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P

Age: 16Y and up • Community Room

Plyo & Core

Group Long Run Sundays

Plyometric exercises are for all ages! Particularly as we get older, it’s not how high we can jump, but how well and how quickly can we land. Join us as we learn fundamental exercises in order to stay agile.

Instructor: Chris Szabo

Are you training for an upcoming running event and need to run 7, 8, or more miles? Long runs fly by with friends! We will offer two different pace groups and will explore different running routes together.

Instructors: Chris Szabo and Brandi Williams

All Ages • North Gym

Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

#24540 Fri 8:15AM–9:15AM 7 wks.

R $21 | NR $28 | M $14

Special Workshops/Clinics

Apr 11–May 23 Min. 8 | Max. 20

New!

#24529 Wed 7:00PM–8:00PM 7 wks.

R $60 | NR $78 | M $50

Step & Abs

Apr 9–May 21 Min. 8 | Max. 20

#24548 7 wks. #24549 7 wks.

Mon 12:15PM–12:45PM R $14 | NR $18 | M $7 Fri 12:15PM–12:45PM R $14 | NR $18 | M $7

Interval

Apr 7–May 19 Min. 4 | Max. 15 Apr 11–May 23 Min. 4 | Max. 15

Step and Sculpt

P

Looking to shed those extra pounds? This step class alternates short spurts of intense cardio with strength training exercises for all the major muscle groups. A variety of equipment and cardio step drills will be incorporated to have you sweating in no time.

Instructor: Tina Jank

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Apr 9–May 21 Min. 8 | Max. 20

P

Age: 13Y and up • North Gym

Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

#24538 Mon 8:15AM–9:15AM 7 wks.

R $21 | NR $28 | M $14

Get a great cardio workout and tone your middle! The first 40-minutes of class you’ll whoop and holler during easy-tofollow step routines. After cool-down you’ll hit the mat to focus strengthening the muscles of our core.

Instructor: Holly Keller #24542 Wed 8:15AM–9:15AM 7 wks.

R $21 | NR $28 | M $14

Apr 7–May 19 Min. 8 | Max. 20

#24606 Sun 3:00PM–5:00PM 4 wks.

R $21 | NR $28 | M $14

WPRD Club LIFT Clinics

P

Got 25-minutes to get a full-body workout? The high-energy Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio and fast-pace of this class will scorch fat and build muscle using athletic drills and skills.

Instructors: Courtney Jolley (Mon); Ser Jackson (Fri)

Age: 18Y and up • Lobby

Age: 18Y and up • Fitness Area

New!

May 4–May 25 Min. 6 | Max. 12

New!

Perfect your Deadlift, Squat, and Bench technique at these clinics. These clinics will be a prerequisite for the new WPRD Club LIFT program that will begin in Summer 2014.

Instructor: WPRD Fitness Staff #24608 1 wk. #24610 1 wk. #24609 1 wk.

Mon 7:00PM–9:00PM R $3 | NR $6 | M $3 Thu 1:00PM–3:00PM R $3 | NR $6 | M $3 Sat 8:00AM–10:00AM R $3 | NR $6 | M $3

Apr 14 Min. 3 | Max. 12 Apr 24 Min. 3 | Max. 12 May 3 Min. 3 | Max. 12

A moderate intensity workout that alternates between step and strength training. Basic step patterns are included in between strength training segments to maintain your heart rate while working those muscles!

Instructor: Jennie Lynch #24556 7 wks. #24557 5 wks.

Tue 5:45PM–6:45PM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14 Thu 5:45PM–6:45PM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14

Apr 8–May 20 Min. 8 | Max. 20 Apr 10–May 8 Min. 8 | Max. 20

Register for Spring Programs March 24, 25, 26. See page 6 for details.

Fitness/Wellness Programs Group Fitness Strength Core-15 **FREE PROGRAM**

New!

13Y and up • Fitness Studio

This is a NEW and FREE 15-minute class for our patrons.

During the 15-minutes you will work all the muscles of the core that include: the abdominals, lower back, glutes, and hips. There is no need to pre-register for this class.

Instructors: Danielle Repko (Mon PM); Ser Jackson (Tue AM); Kari Sexton (Tue PM); WPRD Staff (Wed PM); Courtney Jolley (Thur AM); Jeff Hixon (Thur PM); Ser Jackson (Fri PM); Courtney Jolley (Sun PM) 7 wks. No Fee Min. 4 | Max. 39 #24863 #24864 #24865 #24866 #24867 #24868 #24869 #24870

Mon Tue Tue Wed Thu Thu Fri Sun

5:30PM–5:45PM 10:45AM–11:00AM 5:30PM–5:45PM 5:30PM–5:45PM 10:45AM–11:00AM 5:30PM–5:45PM 5:30PM–5:45PM 3:00PM–3:15PM

Apr 7–May 19 Apr 8–May 20 Apr 8–May 20 Apr 9–May 21 Apr 10–May 22 Apr 10–May 22 Apr 11–May 23 Apr 13–May 25

Muscle Mix

Total Body Bootcamp

P

Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

This class will have a strong emphasis on sculpting the major muscle groups with short burst of fat burning cardio. We will keep the choreography simple and focus on proper form. This class uses a large variety of equipment to ward off boredom and is appropriate for all fitness levels.

Instructor: Tina Jank #24544 7 wks. #24545 7 wks.

Tue 8:15AM–9:15AM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14 Thu 8:15AM–9:15AM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14

Apr 8–May 20 Min. 8 | Max. 20 Apr 10–May 22 Min. 8 | Max. 20

Pure Strength

Age: 18Y and up • North Gym

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.

All registered participants will be given a personal strength training plan at the end of the session.

Instructor: Chris Szabo #24524 Mon 7:00PM–8:00PM 7 wks.

R $60 | NR $78 | M $50

P

Age: 16Y and up • North Gym

Looking to take your workout to the next level? Join us for Bootcamp—a challenging hour of intensive cardiovascular and strength exercises that will whip you into all-star shape. We will use a variety of equipment including the BOSU, weights, and bands. Please bring a water bottle and towel to class.

Instructors: Danielle Repko (Tue/Thur AM); Chris Szabo (Wed PM/Sat AM); Brandi Williams (Mon PM) #24530 7 wks. #24531 7 wks. #24537 7 wks. #24532 7 wks. #24533 7 wks.

Mon 5:45PM–6:45PM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14 Tue 6:00AM–7:00AM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14 Wed 5:45PM–6:45PM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14 Thu 6:00AM–7:00AM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14 Sat 8:30AM–9:45AM R $21 | NR $28 | M $14

Apr 7–May 19 Min. 8 | Max. 30 Apr 8–May 20 Min. 8 | Max. 30 Apr 9–May 21 Min. 8 | Max. 31 Apr 10–May 22 Min. 8 | Max. 30 Apr 13–May 25 Min. 8 | Max. 30

Apr 7–May 19 Min. 7 | Max. 20

Check out our Youth Fitness programs on page 14!

Senior Fitness Balance: Don’t Leave Home Without It Age: 50Y and up • Community Room

This class will teach you how to strengthen the feet, ankles, legs, improve proprioception, train core strength, and enhance reaction time and focus. Our goal is to give you exercises that you can do at home to prevent injury falls.

Instructor: Spencer Fee #24605 Tue

1 wk.

1:00PM–2:30PM Fee: $10

May 6 Min. 4 | Max. 15

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Healthways SilverSneakers® Fitness Program 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 65plus). 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.

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 SilverSneakers participants this also includes the opportunity to participate in the signature SilverSneakers group exercise classes.

SilverSneakers® Classic 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.

Instructors: Community Center

Mon 9:00AM–10:00AM Ongoing

No Fee* Min. 5 | Max. 30 Fri 9:00AM–10:00AM Ongoing

No Fee* Min. 5 | Max. 30

Griswold Center

Tue** 10:15AM–11:00AM Ongoing

No Fee* Min. 5 | Max. 30 Thu 10:15AM–11:00AM Ongoing

No Fee* Min. 5 | Max. 30 *These programs are offered only to members of SilverSneakers®. **No class May 6 due to voting at the Griswold Center.

SilverSneakers® Splash (page 27) and SilverSneakers® Circuit (page 31) are also available!

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

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Fitness/Wellness Programs Yoga & Pilates Arupa Yoga

Vinyasa Flow 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.

Instructor: Thatcher Ross

Vinyasa flow yoga links rhythmic breath with movement allowing for fluid 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.

Modifications will be offered though some yoga experience is recommended. Please bring a towel and dress comfortably for ease of movement.

Instructor: Janet Braden

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.

Instructor: Janet Braden

Age: 16Y and up • Community Room

#24567 Tue 7:35PM–9:00PM 7 wks.

R $63 | NR $82 | M $56

Apr 8–May 20 Min. 8 | Max. 25

Essential Yoga

Age: 16Y and up • Community Room

#24576 Thu 7:00PM–8:00PM 7 wks.

R $49 | NR $63 | M $42

Apr 10–May 22 Min. 8 | Max. 25

Age: 16Y and up • Community Room

Free Gentle Yoga

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.

Instructor: Thatcher Ross

Expect a gentle practice with hands on assist and modifications to promote a healthy body. You are guided through transitions within the asana practice in a slow manner and with awareness. This is a wonderful class for beginning yogis and seniors.

#24566 Tue 6:00PM–7:25PM 10 wks. R $90 | NR $115 | M $80

Apr 8–Jun 10 Min. 8 | Max. 25

Family Yoga

Age: 5Y and up • Community Room

This class is for families with children from 5 years old and older. Family yoga classes are structured like kids yoga classes with emphasis on interactive and partner poses for kids and adults to do together. We’ll do age-appropriate yoga poses, breathing, movement games, and relaxation. No yoga experience required. Poses and games in this class are most appropriate for children ages 5–12, but younger siblings are welcome. Fee includes entire Family. #24599

#24600

Sat 1 wk.

Sat 1 wk.

10:00AM–11:00AM Fee: $6 10:00AM–11:00AM Fee: $6

Apr 26 Min. 4 | Max. 15 May 10 Min. 4 | Max. 15

Gentle Hatha Yoga

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

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.

Instructor: Janet Shumaker #24577 Fri 10:45AM–12:15PM 7 wks.

R $63 | NR $82 | M $56

Apr 11–May 23 Min. 8 | Max. 20

Hatha Yoga at the Griswold Age: 16Y and 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.

Instructors: Kathleen Lewis and Janet Shumaker #24578 7 wks. #24579 7 wks.

Sat 8:30AM–9:45AM R $63 | NR $82 | M $56 Sat 10:00AM–11:15AM R $63 | NR $82 | M $56

Apr 12–May 24 Min. 10 | Max. 25 Apr 12–May 24 Min. 10 | Max. 25

10:45AM–11:45AM No Fee

Apr 4 Min. 4 | Max. 30

Free Community Yoga at the Griswold Age: 10Y and up • Town Hall

This Gentle Yoga class is a great way to get to know the wonderful community of Worthington and a perfect way to start your day. Expect a gentle practice with hands on assist and modifications to promote a healthy body. You are guided through transitions within the asana practice in a slow manner and with awareness. Visualizations and inspirational quotes are utilized throughout the class to help promote relaxation and peacefulness.

Instructors: Janet Shumaker and Kathleen Lewis #24592

#24593

#24594

#24595

Sat 1 wk.

Sat 1 wk.

Sat 1 wk.

Sat 1 wk.

8:30AM–9:45AM No Fee 10:00AM–11:30AM No Fee 8:30AM–9:45AM No Fee 10:00AM–11:30AM No Fee

#24569 Wed 10:45AM–11:45AM 7 wks.

R $49 | NR $63 | M $42

Pilates Mat Class

Mar 29 Min. 4 | Max. 75 Mar 29 Min. 4 | Max. 75 Apr 5 Min. 4 | Max. 75 Apr 5 Min. 4 | Max. 75

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

Instructor: Janet Braden #24570 7 wks.

#24571 7 wks.

#24572 7 wks.

Tue 7:00PM–8:00PM R $49 | NR $63 | M $42 No Beginners Thu 5:45PM–6:45PM R $49 | NR $63 | M $42 Level 1, Beginners Welcome Sun 11:15AM–12:15PM R $49 | NR $63 | M $42 Level 1–2, All Levels Welcome

Apr 8–May 20 Min. 8 | Max. 25 Apr 10–May 22 Min. 8 | Max. 25 Apr 13–May 25 Min. 8 | Max. 25

You may pay a drop-in fee of $10 for any single yoga or pilates class.

Drop-in fee must be paid at the Customer Service desk the same day prior to the class time.

Group Fitness Mind-Body Barre45

Age: 15Y and up • Fitness Studio

New!

Get ready to tone and sculpt long, lean muscles, and build a stronger core. Improve balance while increasing flexibility and endurance. This 45-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. Preregistration is recommended as space is limited.

Instructor: Janet Braden #24560 7 wks. #24561 7 wks.

Mon 10:45AM–11:30AM R $70 | NR $91 | M $63 Wed 4:30PM–5:15PM R $70 | NR $91 | M $63

Flow-45

Age: 13Y and up • Fitness Studio

Apr 7–May 19 Min. 5 | Max. 15 Apr 9–May 21 Min. 5 | Max. 15

New!

Come work up a sweat in this 45-minute Flow class! Flowing yoga links rhythmic breath with movement, allowing for fluid transition from posture to posture. As the body is strengthened and stretched, the mind will quiet and center. Pilates work will be incorporated to strengthen the core. Some yoga experience is recommended.

Instructor: Janet Braden #24559 Mon 4:30PM–5:15PM 7 wks.

R $14 | NR $18 | M $7

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Apr 9–May 21 Min. 8 | Max. 25

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

Education is always beneficial. Understanding yoga’s Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

#24596 Fri

1 wk.

Age: 16Y and up • Fitness Studio

Apr 7–May 19 Min. 4 | Max. 25

Register for Spring Programs March 24, 25, 26. See page 6 for details.

Fitness/Wellness Programs Aquatic Fitness Water Aerobics: Complete Aquatic Workout

Age: 16Y and up • Lap Pool

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 #24447 Tue

8 wks.

8:00PM–9:00PM R $28 | NR $37

Apr 7–May 27 Min. 6 | Max. 14

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 #24448 Thu

8 wks.

8:00PM–9:00PM R $28 | NR $37

Apr 10–May 29 Min. 6 | Max. 10

Water Aerobics: Lets Do It All 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’. #24449

#24450

#24451

M, W, F 8 wks.

M, W, F 8 wks.

Sat 8 wks.

6:15AM–7:15AM R $84 | NR $108 9:15AM–10:15AM R $84 | NR $108 9:45AM–10:45AM R $28 | NR $37

Apr 7–May 30 Min. 6 | Max. 16 Apr 7–May 30 Min. 6 | Max. 20 Apr 12–May 31 Min. 6 | Max. 20

Water Aerobics: Low Impact

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. #24479 Tue, Thu 1:00PM–2:00PM

8 wks.

R $56 | NR $73

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.

Apr 8–May 29 Min. 6 | Max. 20

March 24 Residents March 25 Working Residents | Members March 26 Open Registration

Apr 8–May 29 Min. 6 | Max. 20

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.

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. #24480

#24481

M, W 8 wks.

Sat 8 wks.

8:00PM–9:00PM R $56 | NR $73 11:00AM–NOON R $28 | NR $37

Apr 7–May 28 Min. 6 | Max. 12 Apr 12–May 31 Min. 6 | Max. 12

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

Age: 16Y and up • Leisure Pool

#24468 Tue, Thu 9:00AM–10:00AM

8 wks.

R $56 | NR $73

Registration Information

Water Aerobics: Multi Move

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. #24482 M, W, F

8 wks.

SilverSneakers® Splash

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.

Mon 10:30AM–11:15AM Ongoing

No Fee* Min. 6 | Max. 20 Wed 10:30AM–11:15AM Ongoing

No Fee* Min. 6 | Max. 20

8:15AM–9:15AM R $84 | NR $108

Apr 7–May 30 Min. 6 | Max. 16

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. #24483

#24484

M, W 8 wks.

M, W 8 wks.

7:00PM–8:00PM R $56 | NR $73 8:00PM–9:00PM R $56 | NR $73

Water Aerobics: River Core Challenge

Apr 7–May 28 Min. 6 | Max. 16 Apr 7–May 28 Min. 6 | Max. 16

New!

Age: 16Y and up • Leisure Pool

The River Core Challenge is a unique opportunity to add useful cross-training to your fitness routine by utilizing the River Current. Special focus is placed on specific movements for increased strength and stability of the Core (all abdominal, mid/lower back and hip area) Muscles. Aqua Fitness shoes are required for traction in the ‘Lazy’ River environment. This workout is not a Water Aerobics class. River Core Challenge is a moderate to fast paced, 45-minute aerobic conditioning and core strengthening workout that will be anything but Lazy! #24587 Sat

8 wks.

8:00AM–8:45AM R $28 | NR $37

Apr 12–May 31 Min. 3 | Max. 16

Water Yoga

Age: 16Y and up • Leisure Pool

Let the warm water and peaceful music create a pleasant environment for you to practice yoga. Everyone is welcome; you do not need to have practiced yoga in the past to find yoga in the water relaxing and easy to do. In the calming effect of water you will practice deep breathing techniques, increase your flexibility and balance, and develop a stronger body core through yoga poses. Yoga poses are modified in the water, helping you to feel a sense of well-being. Research shows that the deep breathing exercises and relaxation/mediation techniques used lowers blood pressure. Enjoy yourself while you improve your health. #24586 Tue

8 wks.

6:30AM–7:15AM R $28 | NR $37

Apr 7–May 27 Min. 3 | Max. 16

*These programs are offered only to members of SilverSneakers®.

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

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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

Griswold’s 20 Year Anniversary!

Tiny Tea

EMS Week Chili Lunch

Explore the world of child sized tea dishes and special china for children and enjoy our “Tiny Tea” with friends of all ages.

Sally Moser, a Quester and collector will show and tell with items from her collection of children’s tea cups and saucers.

Enjoy a selection of tiny treats on our collections of tiny dishes.

Bring any tea sets you would like to share. Sponsored by the Worthington Historical Society and the Griswold Center.

Registration required please.

National Emergency Medical Services Week brings together local communities and medical personnel to publicize safety and honor the dedication of those who provide the day-to-day lifesaving services of medicine’s “front line.” Back by popular demand, the Griswold Center will host the Worthington Fire Department’s Chili Lunch. After lunch Worthington’s Finest will give a presentation on what happens when you dial 911.

All Ages • Town Hall

#24659 Sat

Fee: $5

2:00PM–4:00PM

Apr 5

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Enjoy and light lunch and an interesting topic to learn about.

April 16: Investing throughout retirement. Presented and sponsored by Central Ohio Financial Management Group.

May 7: Advanced Funeral Planning with Schoedinger Funeral Services June 25: Fall prevention and screening, presented by Michael McNally, PT with Amity Care Home Health, sponsored by Amity Care. 25 MAX due to screening times.

Wed Wed Wed No Fee

12:30PM–2:00PM 12:30PM–2:00PM 12:30PM–2:00PM

Apr 16 May 7 Jun 25

1950s Sock Hop

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

We’re gonna rock around the clock tonight! Join us for a fun and fabulous 1950’s sock hop presented by the Thomas Worthington Service Club. Put on your blue suede shoes and get ready to shake rattle and roll to the classic tunes of the era! Get out on the dance floor or tap your toes to the music and enjoy this fun filled evening connecting the generations in song and dance.

Fri

7:00PM–9:00PM No Fee

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

The Griswold Annual Volunteer Luncheon will feature Johnny Steiner singing songs from the Johnny Mercer song book... “Too Marvelous.” Volunteers will receive an invitation in the mail. If you would like to come and enjoy the lunch and Johnny’s magic entertainment, just register. Open to all! Weiland’s Market will cater. Menu will be available at May Registration.

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Wed 12:30PM–2:30PM R $10 | NR $12

Wed No Fee

12:30PM–2:00PM

May 21

Age 18Y and up • Community Center North Gym

Join us as we celebrate the 21st Annual National Senior Health & Fitness Day. The common goal for this day: to help keep older Americans healthy and fit. Several health/wellness/ sports/food vendors will be on tap as well as many fun demonstrations. Will be held at the Worthington Community Center!

Wed

10:00AM–NOON No Fee

May 28

History of Civil War Music Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Steve Ball is a Civil War musician and historian from Columbus, Ohio. Steve has been playing guitar and studying the American Civil War since he was twelve years old. Over the years he has developed a repertoire of Civil War era songs, and assembled a complete presentation of the music detailing who wrote the song, what happened to inspire the composer and what was happening in the war at the time. Sponsored by the Worthington Historical Society and the Griswold Center. #24658 Wed

No Fee

7:00PM–8:30PM

Jun 11

May 14

That is right, it has been 20 years since the Griswold Center opened its doors for the first time in 1994. Join us for a two day celebration as we commemorate this milestone. On Friday, June 27 there will be a lunch, sponsored by the Laurels of Worthington, where we recognize all those who have been members since day one. A raffle for a beautiful churn dash quilt made by Linda Crannell and her talented crew of members will take place.. and of course there will be cake! Then on Saturday, June 28 from 10AM to noon, we will be out on the Village Green for a “Worthington Through History” festival complete with crafts, games, entertainment, food and a historical bus tour provided by the Worthington Historical Society. Look in the Summer Activity Brochure for more information on the festival event. Registration is required for the June 27 lunch but not the June 28 festival. #24874 Fri

No Fee

12:30PM–2:00PM

Jun 27

Full Sound Chamber Concert Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Back upon request! The Full Sound Chamber Group is a string quintet of classical musicians including Shalem Loritsch, violin; Chesed Loritsch, violin; Chayah Loritsch, viola; Racham Loritsch, cello; and Tsidqah Loritsch double bass, piano. The Loritsch brothers have been performing together for two years. Shalem is a violinist with the Central Ohio Symphony Orchestra in Delaware. The group’s feature selection is the exquisite String Quintet No.2 in Bflat Major (Op.87) by Felix Mendelssohn. This will be a concert only. #24885 Fri NOON–1:30PM

R $6 | NR $8

Jun 20

Grill and Chill on the Patio Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Apr 25

Johnny Steiner/Volunteer Party

#24746

#24745

National Senior Health and Fitness Day 2014

Lunch and Learn

#24857 #24858 #24859

All Ages • Town Hall

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Be on the lookout for a Sailing Class in June!

We will go to the Hoover Sailing Club and have a sailing lesson. It will be on a lovely June evening. Details to follow!

Check with the office for further details in May.

Join us outside on the Griswold patio to kick off our 7th annual Grill and Chill party and enjoy lots of food, fun, games and entertainment. Relax and soak up the nice spring weather as we grill food and listen to the guitar sounds of Palmer Moore.

Corn Toss, the Nintendo Wii, Bocce and other games will be part of the fun. Food will consist of steak burgers, potato salad, fruit, chips, dessert and beverages. #24662 Wed 12:30PM–2:30PM

R $10 | NR $13

Jun 18

Register for Griswold Center programs on a monthly basis! See page 5 for all registration dates and information!

Griswold Center Programs Trips Ohio Genealogical Society Library

BalletMet New Works

A treasure trove of genealogy research sources. Access to Ancestry.com and many other computer resources, 40,000 books, census records, ancestor charts, and so much more!

Take a sack lunch or snack to enjoy while at the library. Stop at Der Dutchman for dinner, on your way home. Admission to the library is free for OGS members and $5, on your own, for everyone else. Program price is for transportation.

Edwaard Liang, the new artistic director, has selected the final mixed repertory program of season show-stoppers featuring two company premieres, including one by Christopher Wheeldon, and a world premiere ballet Liang is creating for BalletMet. This dress rehearsal takes place in the Capitol Theatre, Riffe Center. Lunch will follow, on your own, at MCL Kingsdale. Program price includes ticket and transportation.

Age 18Y and up

#24785 Fri 8:00AM–7:30PM

R $13 | NR $17

Apr 4

Senior Fashion Show Age 18Y and up

Claremont Retirement Village invites you to join them on the red carpet for a free Senior Fashion Show including lunch, tours of the community, clothing by Macy’s and door prizes.

Arlingworth Home Care and Home Care Concierge are honored to sponsor this event. Program price for transportation.

Deadline to register is April 2. #24831 Wed 11:15AM–2:30PM

R $6 | NR $8

Apr 9

Der Dutchman Age 18Y and 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 Discount Fashion Warehouse (former MJR Sales). Program price includes transportation. #24843 Fri 10:45AM–3:30PM

R $7 | NR $9

Apr 11

Age 18Y and up

April 15: Another new restaurant. Great sandwiches and fun.

May 13: This place is a blast! The sandwiches are unbelievable and the decor will keep you entertained.

June 17: Don’t pay attention to the name! It really is good.

Tue 11:00AM–2:00PM Tue 11:00AM–1:30PM Tue 11:00AM–1:30PM R $6 | NR $8

#24754 Fri 10:15AM–3:30PM

R $24 | NR $31

Apr 25

Say Goodnight Gracie at the Ritz Theater in Tiffin

Apr 15 May 13 June 17

Alan Safier stars in the hit Broadway play that invites you to spend a hilarious, heart-warming evening in the uplifting company of the world’s favorite and funniest centenarian, George Burns. With a career that spanned over 90 years of American entertainment history, his spirit comes alive with singing and dancing in a stunning tour de force solo performance. With vintage photographs and video clips from film and television performances, Say Goodnight Gracie brings to life Burns’ fascinating story! We’ll have dinner (on your own) at Carmie’s Grill. Price includes show and transportation.

Apr 26

Getting ready for the lazy days of summer by the pool? Join us for a fun afternoon by the heated pool at Wesley Glen. Bring your swimsuit, because instructors will be on hand to lead a water aerobics class. There will also be time for lap swimming, prizes, music and fun! Light refreshments will be served.

Sponsored by Wesley Glen. Program price for transportation. #24747

Tue 12:30PM–3:30PM R $6 | NR $8

May 6

The Cleveland Museum of Art and The Phillips collection have joined together to develop a ground-breaking exhibition that will present new insights into the art of Vincent van Gogh through a study of his repetitions, a term the artist used to describe a distinctive genre of works in his oeuvre. There will be time to explore some of the rest of the museum. The expansion is done! Lunch will be on your own, at the museum in Provenance or Provenance Cafe. Program price includes transportation. #24832 Thu 8:30AM–4:30PM

R $9 | NR $12

May 8

Ohio State Baseball Game Age 18Y and up

SS Vaud-Villities 72nd Annual Spring Production Don’t miss the country’s longest running singing and dancing spectacular as they take the audience around the world to feature acts at each and every port of call! Music Director, Johnny Steiner, will provide the glitz and glamour that all have come to expect in this fun, family show! We’ll have dinner together after the show at The Wine Bistro (on your own). Price includes show and transportation. #24781 Sun 1:30PM–7:00PM

R $30 | NR $39

Age 18Y and up

Age 18Y and up

Age 18Y and up

#24780 Sat 3:30PM–10:30PM

R $33 | NR $43

Pool Party at Wesley Glen Retirement Community

Van Gogh Repetitions

Age 18Y and up

Mystery Lunch

#24826 #24827 #24828

Age 18Y and up

Please use the April Registration Form!

Come check out 4th year head coach Greg Beals and the Buckeye Baseball team as they take on Big Ten opponent Northwestern. We hope you’ll be able to join us at fan-friendly Bill Davis Stadium for the 131st season of the Buckeyes’ oldest varsity sport. Price includes tickets and transportation. Please use April registration form. #24660 Fri 5:30PM–9:30PM

R $9 | NR $12

May 16

Apr 27

Scioto Gardens Nursery Age 18Y and up

This nursery can help you to practice sustainable, earthfriendly growth and maintenance practices. Find rare and unusual plants, large selection of native plants, exciting new varieties and more. Plants are chosen to flourish in Central Ohio. Program price includes transportation. #24825 Tue 1:00PM–4:00PM

R $6 | NR $8

Apr 29

The Manhattan Transfer at Marion Palace Theatre Age 18Y and up

The Art of the Louvre’s Tuileries Garden Age 18Y and up

This exhibit at the Toledo Museum of Art will present 100 paintings, photographs, drawings and sculptures by some of the most acclaimed European and American artists from the 17th to the 20th centuries. Enjoy lunch on your own in the Museum Cafe. Following our tour of the special exhibit enjoy a bit of time to visit the Glass Pavilion or see some of their world renowned collection of Old Master paintings. Program price includes special exhibit and transportation. #24756 Tue 9:00AM–6:30PM

R $17 | NR $22

Apr 22

Please Use the April Registration Form!

This group’s flexibility and expertise enables them to perform bebop, fusion, jazz, doo wop, Latin melodies and pop. Once nominated for 12 Grammys in one year, the group holds the status of one of the most important and innovative vocal groups in the history of popular music. They have recorded with impressive company including Tony Bennett, James Taylor, Bette Midler, B.B. King, Phil Collins and the original Jersey Boy, Frankie Valli. With worldwide sales in the millions, Grammys by the dozen and sold-out world tours, we look forward to The Manhattan Transfer’s appearance in Marion! Before the show we’ll have dinner at OPA Grill in Delaware (on your own). #24784 Sat 4:30PM–11:00PM

R $38 | NR $49

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

May 3

Possum Run Greenhouse, Bellville Age 18Y and up

Located in beautiful, rural-central Ohio, Possum Run Greenhouse & Gifts provides high quality plants, and an amazing selection. The fuchsia’s are amazing. We will enjoy brunch at Der Dutchman, on your own, before shopping at Possum Run. Program price includes transportation. #24830 Fri 9:00AM–3:00PM

R $8 | NR $10

May 16

The Miss Firecracker Contest Age 18Y and up

One of the most outstanding successes of the modern theater, and a superlative comedy, Beth Henley’s “The Miss Firecracker Contest” is worth a trip to Westerville and the charming little theater that Curtain Players call home. As the play opens, Charnelle Scott is feverishly rehearsing her patriotic tap dance for the Miss Firecracker Contest, in the hope of improving her tarnished image and leaving town in a blaze of glory. Her quest for increased self esteem is aided by some and thwarted by others in a small town full of cheerfully nutty characters. Join us for a fun outing on a Sunday afternoon in May! #24846 Sun 1:00PM–5:00PM

R $23 | NR $30

May 18

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Griswold Center Programs Trips Humphrey Garden Tour & More

Lake Hope Canoe & Lunch

Tour the beautiful gardens of Don Humphrey and pick up some hints for your own gardens, or just enjoy. The rest of the trip is a surprise! We will stop for lunch, on your own and some more treats are in store. Program price is for transportation.

Please Use the June Registration Form!

We’re going canoeing again at Lake Hope! An all day excursion takes us to the always beautiful Zaleski State Forest in the Hocking Hills where we will have lunch (on your own) in the Lake Hope Lodge, then canoe for an hour on lovely Lake Hope.

We will meet one time prior to our trip to learn proper paddling technique, date TBD.

Age 18Y and up

#24833 Mon 9:45AM–2:30PM

R $6 | NR $8

May 19

Vicki Lawrence & Mama, A Two Woman Show Age 18Y and up

Please Use the April Registration Form!

Travel to Canton and see Vicki Lawrence & Mama, A Two Woman Show in the Canton Palace Theatre. Emmy Awardwinning Comedienne Vicki Lawrence is one of the most beloved television personalities of her generation. This very funny show is a mixture of stand-up comedy, music and observations about real life. Enjoy lunch before the show at Bender’s Tavern, Canton’s oldest and finest, on your own.

Program price includes show ticket and transportation. #24657 Tue 9:00AM–6:00PM

R $65 | NR $85

Age 18Y and up

#24779 Tue 9:30AM–4:30PM

R $17 | NR $22

Jun 10

For more than 140 years, Lakeside has welcomed folks to the Lake Erie shore to experience a step back in time to a place where values, traditions and family remain the focus. Our day will start with lunch at the historic Lakeside Hotel (on your own).

A tram tour of the community as well as a walk through and tour of the Heritage Society Museum will begin our afternoon.

The rest of the day belongs to you! Choose to stroll around the Classic Car Show, the quilt exhibit, the paved walking trails or the downtown area full of quaint boutique shops. Try your hand at a game of miniature golf or shuffle board. If you would prefer to relax, bring a book or project and sit at the dock or on the Hotel’s wrap around porch. Cost includes transportation, gate fee, tram and museum tours.

Stroll down memory lane as you see how many of the signs you recognize. The museum covers it all from early lettering and handcrafting techniques to neon to plastics, even a working neon shop. Enjoy brunch on your own, at an area restaurant before touring the museum. Program price includes transportation and admission.

We’ll head to NE Ohio and discover the best that Youngstown has to offer! Our first stop will be at The Butler Institute which is the first museum of American Art dedicated in 1919 and on the National Register of Historic Places. A docent will guide us through an American Art History Tour, we’ll have time to explore the recent gallery additions and browse the two gift shops. Lunch will be at the MVR (on your own), a family-owned Italian restaurant since 1927 before heading to the Historical Center of Industry and Labor. Here we’ll tour and enjoy this incredible facility that provides a dramatic overview of the impact of the iron and steel industry on the Mahoning Valley.

We’ll drive through the University area and beautiful Mill Creek Park before heading home. Cost includes admissions, tours and transportation. #24786 Sat 8:00AM–8:00PM

R $31 | NR $40

May 31

Quailcrest Farm, Wooster Quailcrest is well known throughout the state for its herbs, perennials, old roses, flowering shrubs and scented geraniums.

Don’t miss the tea house garden or the formal herb garden.

Enjoy a box lunch in the pavilion. Program price includes box lunch and transportation.

Jun 3

Glass Paperweight Age 18Y and up

Visit The Ohio Glass Museum and create a glass paperweight.

Gather molten glass from the furnace, apply colors and shape using glass working tools to make your one of a kind masterpiece. The instructor will guide you through. Lunch will be on your own, at an area restaurant. Program price includes class and transportation. #24848 Fri 9:00AM–3:00PM

R $78 | NR $101

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#24788 Sat 8:00AM–8:30PM

R $40 | NR $52

This CATCO production is based on a true story about her friendship with a fan named Louise Seger. This musical features the singer’s favorites, such as Crazy, I Fall to Pieces, Sweet Dreams and Walking After Midnight. Lunch will follow, on your own, at Cap City Diner. Program price includes transportation and ticket. Registration deadline is April 25. #24744 Wed 10:15AM–3:30PM

R $20 | NR $26

Jun 6

Jun 11

A Raisin in the Sun Age 18Y and up

See A Raisin in the Sun, a drama that centers on a struggling African-American family, their determination to live a better life in the face of poverty and racism, and how the arrival of a sizeable insurance payment affects the family dynamics.

Presented by the SRO Theatre Company at the CPAC’s Shedd Theatre. Lunch will be at Black Creek Bistro, on your own.

Program price includes transportation and ticket. #24751

Age 18Y and up

#24844 Tue 9:00AM–4:00PM

R $20 | NR $27

Always... Patsy Cline Age 18Y and up

Age 18Y and up

Jun 20

Age 18Y and up

Age 18Y and up

The Gems of Youngstown!

This exhibition is at the Cincinnati Museum Center and chronicling her life and work. This exhibit is about an ordinary girl who lived an extraordinary life. See Diana’s magnificent Royal Wedding gown, two diamond tiaras and other priceless family jewels, more than 25 dresses, suits and evening gowns, worn by the Princess, items from Diana’s childhood and much more. Enjoy lunch, on your own at the legendary Montgomery Inn Boathouse, with lovely views of the Ohio River and Cincinnati skyline. Program price includes admission and transportation.

A Day at Lakeside Chautauqua

May 20

May 22

Age 18Y and up

#24845 Fri 9:00AM–5:30PM

R $33 | NR $43

American Sign Museum, Cincinnati

#24847 Thu 8:30AM–4:30PM

R $21 | NR $27

Diana, A Celebration—Montgomery Inn Boathouse

Fri 9:45AM–3:00PM R $19 | NR $25

Trip Previews Christmas in Asheville & The Biltmore Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Join World of Travel and hear all the exciting details of this Griswold trip. Tour the elegant Biltmore decked out in all its Holiday elegance, enjoy a guided tour of Asheville, visit the Dillsboro Festival of Lights & Luminaries and more. December 3–6, 2014.

Wed

2:00PM–2:30PM No Fee

Apr 2

Jun 13

Moose Safari & Mountains

Wilmington History and Banana Split Festival

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Age 18Y and up

Our first stop will be the Clinton County History Center where we’ll see a collection of Quaker artifacts as well as paintings and sculptures by internationally known Quaker artist, Eli Harvey. “Cabinet of Curiosities: The Weird and the Wonderful” will also be on display. Austin’s Casual Eatery and Bar will be our lunch stop (on your own) renowned for its comfort food and “test kitchen”. After lunch we’re off to help celebrate the birthplace of the banana split at their annual Festival. Enjoy craft vendors, live music, a cruise-in and car show and of course a “Make Your Own” banana split booth (on your own) to finish the day. Cost includes tour and transportation. #24787 Sat 9:30AM–5:30PM

R $20 | NR $26

Jun 21

Jun 14

A unique tour to Maine & New Hampshire—World of Travel will be here to share the exciting details of this trip that takes place June 15–21, 2014. Don’t miss all the details.

Wed

1:30PM–2:00PM No Fee

Apr 2

South America!

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

South America, Cape Horn & Strait of Magellan featuring Chile, Uruguay and Argentina! Join World of Travel as they share the exciting details of this once in a lifetime trip. Learn about the Optional Pre-Cruise Tour of Machu Picchu. January 15–February 2, 2015.

Wed

1:30PM–2:30PM No Fee

Apr 30

Register for Griswold Center programs on a monthly basis! See page 5 for all registration dates and information!

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 has been completed

Fitness Room Rates

Monday–Thursday Monday–Thursday Friday Saturday

Fitness Assessment & Program Design 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.

Resident

Non-Resident

$42

$55

Fitness Assessment & Program Design

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

Healthways SilverSneakers® Fitness Program 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 65plus). 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.

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 SilverSneakers participants this also includes the opportunity to participate in the signature SilverSneakers group exercise classes.

SilverSneakers® Classic

New!

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 Ongoing

No Fee* Min. 5 | Max. 30 Fri 9:00AM–10:00AM Ongoing

No Fee* Min. 5 | Max. 30

Griswold Center

Tue** 10:15AM–11:00AM Ongoing

No Fee* Min. 5 | Max. 30 Thu 10:15AM–11:00AM Ongoing

No Fee* Min. 5 | Max. 30

*These programs are offered only to members of SilverSneakers®.

**No class May 6 due to voting at the Griswold Center.

The Alexander Technique

Age 18Y and up • Topping Room

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. #24715

Thu 9:00AM–10:00AM R $43 | NR $56

Apr 3–Jun 5

Balance & Flex

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

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 #24714

Fri 11:15AM–11:45AM R $20 | NR $26

Apr 4–Jun 6

Chair Volleyball

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

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

Leader: Colleen Light Thu 1:15PM–3:00PM

No Fee

Ongoing

SilverSneakers® Splash (page 27) is also available!

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

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Griswold Center Programs Fitness Programs Circuit Training Strength Class Age 18Y and up • Fitness Room

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 #24716

Tue 12:15PM–1:00PM R $34 | NR $45

Apr 8–Jun 3

Delay the Disease™

Age 18Y and 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. Free Demo on April 1.

Instructor: Gail Dickson #24721

#24722

Tue 11:15AM–NOON FREE DEMO Tue 11:15AM–NOON R $25 | NR $33

No class May 6

Apr 1

Apr 8–Jun 17

Fearless Falling

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

New Location! 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. Black-belt instructor Mike Grigsby has been teaching kung fu and falling skills for over twenty-five years. #24723 Mon 3:00PM–4:00PM #24724 Mon 4:00PM–5:00PM

R $40 | NR $52

Apr 7–Jun 2 Apr 7–Jun 2

Feldenkrais Method®: Awareness Through Movement® Age 18Y and 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 #24718 Tue 11:15AM–NOON

R $35 | NR $45

Apr 1–May 6

Age 18Y and 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 “Fit-Stik” bar which adds variety and fun to the exercises. All levels of fitness welcome.

Instructor: Jeff Fickell Fri 9:15AM–10:00AM R $23 | NR $30

May 23–Jun 27

Fun and Fitness

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

An ongoing drop-in program. Includes sitting and standing exercises done to music.

Mon, Wed, Fri

No Fee

9:15AM–10:00AM

No class May 26 Ongoing

Jazzy Tap with a New York Flair!

Age 18Y and 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 eras! #24795 Tue 1:15PM–2:00PM

R $24 | NR $31

No class May 6

Apr 1–Jun 10

Join the line dance classes and do the latest steps.

You don’t need a partner.

Instructor: Judy Hunter Wed Easy Intermediate Wed Intermediate

No Fee

10:15AM–10:45AM 10:45AM–11:45AM

Line Dance for Beginners 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

Ongoing

Line Dancing—Advanced 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 Ervin Tue 5:00PM–6:15PM

No Fee

No Class May 6 Ongoing

Strength Class

Age: 18Y and 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. No more signing up on a quarterly basis. Punch cards will be kept in town hall for class and when you sign in, the instructor will hole punch your card. NO LIMIT on how many days you pick each week to attend class. So come as many days as you want. However, it is recommended you have at least one day of rest between strength training sessions.

Use light, medium and heavy dumbbells to build muscle, increase strength and bone density, improve muscle and skin tone and improve self-confidence. The class includes stretching, proper breathing technique and lifting form—lots of fun.

Mon, Fri 24 Punch Card 12 Punch Card

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

Ongoing

Table Tennis

Pickleball

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Commonly called “indoor tennis,” pickleball is rapidly growing.

The rules 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.

Mon 12:30PM–2:30PM

No Fee

No class May 26 Ongoing

Primary/Special Election Polling Site: The Griswold Center Town Hall will be used as a Polling Location for the Primary/Special Election on Tuesday, May 6.

Please note that there will be no programs in Town Hall on that day.

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18Y and up • Town Hall

18Y and up • Town Hall

Fit-Stik & Tubing Strength Class

#24719

Line Dancing

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.

Tue 2:15PM–5:00PM Thu 3:15PM–5:00PM Fri 3:00PM–4:45PM

No Fee

No class May 6

Ongoing Ongoing Ongoing

ZUMBA GOLD® at the Griswold Age: 18Y and 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 #24796 Tue 12:15PM–1:00PM

R $24 | NR $31

No class May 6

Apr 1–Jun 10

Register for Griswold Center programs on a monthly basis! See page 5 for all registration dates and information!

Griswold Center Programs Walking Groups

Fitness: Yoga & Pilates

Arthritis Foundation Walk With Ease

Free Community Yoga at the Griswold

This program for better living is a 6 week walking program designed for people with arthritis, but it can be a practical and useful resource for anyone, whether he or she has arthritis or not. This program is designed for adults, male and female, fit or flabby—anyone who wants to increase physical activity to gain the benefits of exercise. Most people who can be on their feet for 10 minutes without increased pain will be able to participate successfully. Will meet at 2:00PM M, W, F at Highbanks Metro Park and if there is inclement weather, the indoor site will be at the Worthington Community Center. Don’t miss the first outing on April 7 as program workbooks will be passed out along with overall introduction of the program.

This Gentle Yoga class is a great way to get to know the wonderful community of Worthington and a perfect way to start your day. Expect a gentle practice with hands on assist and modifications to promote a healthy body. You are guided through transitions within the asana practice in a slow manner and with awareness. Visualizations and inspirational quotes are utilized throughout the class to help promote relaxation and peacefulness.

Instructors: Kathleen Lewis and Janet Shumaker

Age 18Y and up • Trip

#24750 M, W, F

No Fee

2:00PM–3:00PM

Apr 7–May 16

Age 10Y and up • Town Hall

#24592 #24593 #24594 #24595

Sat Sat Sat Sat No Fee

8:30AM–9:45AM 10:00AM–11:30AM 8:30AM–9:45AM 10:00AM–11:30AM

Mar 29 Mar 29 Apr 5 Apr 5

Hatha Yoga at the Griswold

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.

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.

Instructors: Kathleen Lewis / Janet Shumaker

No class May 26

Mon, Wed 8:30AM–10:00AM

No Fee

Ongoing

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

This 45 minute class offers all of the benefits of Pilatesstrengthening 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 relaxationan opportunity to connect with the breath and rejuvenate the body. Get ready for a stronger, more relaxed you!

Instructor: Janet Braden #24726

#24727

Thu 11:15AM–NOON R $56 | NR $73 Thu 11:15AM–NOON R $17 | NR $22

Apr 3–Jun 5

Jun 12–Jun 26

Yoga: Hatha

Walking Group Age 18Y and up

Pilates Mat Work with Yoga: Strength, Balance and Relaxation

Age 18Y and up • Topping Room

Age 16Y and up • Town Hall

#24578 Sat 8:30AM–9:45AM #24579 Sat 10:00AM–11:15AM

R $63 | NR $70

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 #24731 Fri 10:30AM–11:30AM

R $64 | NR $83

No class April 18 Apr 4–May 30

Apr 12–May 24 Apr 12–May 24

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

Support Groups

Tai Chi Advanced

Age 18Y and 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 May 26

#24769 Mon 11:15AM–12:15PM Apr 7–Jun 16

R $34 | NR $44

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

ADDED CLASSES! Tai Chi for Arthritis is a group exercise program designed to provide people of age: 18Y and up a wide range of physical abilities 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 #24768 Thu 9:00AM–10:00AM

R $34 | NR $44

Apr 10–Jun 12

Alzheimer’s Association: Young Onset Support Group

Stroke Support Group

Age 18Y and up • Tuller Lounge

Age 18Y and up • Case Room

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).

Please call Alzheimer’s Association for dates and times

No Fee

Low Vision Support Group

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

These educational and social meetings are co-sponsored by Northwest Counseling Services and Mayfair Village for seniors experiencing low vision. To register, please call Northwest Counseling Services at 457-7876 ext.351. Transportation is available for the City of Worthington residents by contacting the Griswold Center at 614-842-6320.

April 28: Services Provided by the Bureau of Services for the Visually Impaired. Speakers: Lise Seavers & Nate Fernandes May 19: Open Discussion facilitated by Maxine Gilgoff June 23: TBA Leader: Maxine Gilgoff, LISW Mon

2:00PM–3:30PM No Fee

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

This program offers socialization, education, support and information about community resources. Sponsored by OSU Medical Center.

Leader: Dr. Wanda McEntyre Fri NOON–1:00PM

No Fee

Ongoing

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

Sponsored by Northwest Counseling Services, this is a monthly support group for men and women widowed for five years or less. Group offers support, socialization and help with adjustment to widowhood. Register for each meeting at least one day in advance by calling Northwest Counseling at (614)457-7876 ext.351 April 17: Nutrition: Cooking Demo with Erica Sycks-Greear and Ann Matarrese from Laurels of Worthington May 15: Breathing, Laughing and Other Good Things by Joyce Johnson, CRT, RCP from The Breathing Association June 19: Lunch at the Griswold Center (NOON–1:30PM).

Lunch provided by the Laurels of Worthington Thu

2:00PM–3:30PM No Fee

Apr 17, May 15, Jun 19

Apr 28, May 19, Jun 23

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Griswold Center Programs Health & Wellness Programs Eat Better, Feel Better

Age 18Y & up • Tuller Lounge

This monthly nutrition program is held by LifeCare Alliance Registered Dietitians. Each month a nutrition topic is presented and discussed, a healthy recipe and food sample 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.

April 11: Fad Diets: Nutrition Fact or Fiction?

May 9: Foods that Fight Inflammation June 13: All About the DASH Diet Fri

10:00AM–11:00AM No Fee

Apr 11, May 9, Jun 13

Foot Care Clinic and Cholesterol Screenings

Massage Appointments

Age 18Y & up • Buttles Conference Room

Age 18Y & up • Buttles Conference Room

Jane Hummer, BSN, RN, Community Wellness Coordinator for Life Care Alliance will be available once a month for foot care, including nail trimming and callus reduction, evaluation of the feet and review of healthy foot care protocols, and improving foot comfort. She will also conduct cholesterol screenings and fasting blood sugar evaluations with interpretation of results.

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

Apr 3, May 1, Jun 5 Apr 4, May 2, Jun 6

New Price due to increase in tax! 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 by the tax amount.

Mon

By Appointment Apr 7, Apr 21, May 5, May 19, Jun 2, Jun 16

Reflexology/Reiki/Massage

Age 18Y & up • Buttles Conference Room

FREE HEALTH SCREENINGS at the Griswold Center!

Screenings will include blood pressure and glucose level readings.

Laurel Health Care will be here the third Friday of each month from 10:00 AM–NOON Wesley Glen will be here the second Friday of each month from 11:00 AM–1:00 PM

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, non-invasive, 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

Apr 9, May 14, Jun 11

Sport Leagues Golfers’ Spring Tune-Up

Golf League

Softball Team—60’s League

It’s time to dust off the clubs and get your swing back in action.

The group will meet at the Westerville Golf Center located at 450 W Schrock Rd. Heated tee driving ranges, putting greens, sand trap and chipping practice areas as well. Bucket of balls range from $5 to $13. Afterwards, we will head to Jimmy V’s Grill and Pub for lunch located at 1 South State St. (corner of state and Main), on your own. 2014 golf outing schedule, April/ May sign-ups and 2013 golf league evaluation summaries will be on the agenda too.

Our social league is open to 18 and 9 hole golfers who enjoy playing different courses in the Central Ohio area. Foursomes will change weekly: partner requests are considered but not guaranteed. The 2014 Schedule, directions to the golf courses, prices and April/May sign up sheets will be available at the front desk beginning March 24 and also online: www. leaguelineup.com/wprd and clicking on handouts. For more information, contact leader Jeff Fickell at (614)842-6320.

Please Use the April Registration Form!

The Central Ohio 60’s Softball League is designed for senior men ages 59-69 (must turn 60 during the 2014 calendar year if you are 59). Men over the age of 70 are also welcome to play*. The league provides balanced competition with two, six-team divisions that play 18 games plus a double elimination tournament. You must sign up for the program before April 25. Practice starts April 14. If you enjoy softball and would like to play for our Worthington team, or for more information, please contact leader Jeff Fickell at 614842-6320. Space is limited on the team due to returning players. Program price includes player league registration fee. Also, you must be a member of the Griswold Center to participate. *An over 70’s league is available. If interested, contact Charlie Lemon at (614)746-5619 or granlemon@aol.com.

Age: 18Y and up • Westerville Golf Center

#24664 Thu

10:30AM–1:00PM

Apr 3

Golf Lessons and Men’s Handicap Golf League are also available!

See page 18 for program listings.

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Age: 18Y and up

Thu

8:00AM–3:00PM

Apr 10–Oct 16

Who can play?

Men and women who are current members of the Griswold Center. Membership information is available at the front desk.

How do I register?

Sign-up for each golf outing on a monthly basis. Pick up the first golf sign-up sheet (includes April and May dates) after March 24. Golf sign-up sheets are due by the Monday prior to each outing.

How do I receive my tee time?

After NOON on Tuesdays, either pick up the schedule at the front desk, call (614)842-6320 or go online at www.leaguelineup.com/wprd (select Handouts on the left and then Senior Golf League) When do I pay my greens fee?

Pay at the course.

How & when do I cancel?

Important—Please call the Griswold Center, (614)842-6320, as soon as possible to cancel! For scheduling purposes, cancellations are preferred by end of business day on Monday.

Call the golf course directly if cancelling the day of the outing.

Is transportation available?

A bus for 9 hole players is available for most outings. Seating is limited. Departure times vary and will be noted on the tee time schedule. New this year… payment for transportation will now be collected at the time you register. Pre-registration for transportation will be $6 for Residents and $8 for nonresidents until the Wednesday prior to the outing. Those still wishing to ride the bus on the day of the outing will pay $8 for residents and $10 for non-residents.

Age: 60Y and up

#24665 Mon, Wed 5:00PM–9:00PM

R $40 | NR $40

May 5–Sep 3

Register for Griswold Center programs on a monthly basis! See page 5 for all registration dates and information!

Griswold Center Programs Creative Arts Adventures in Writing

Harmonaires

Play Reading Group

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.

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, schools 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 and novelty songs. If you enjoy singing in a casual, low-key environment, give the Harmonaires a try. We have a good time together!

Instructor: Lori Hagerman

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

Age 18Y and up • Case Room

Tue 1:00PM–3:00PM

No Fee

Bags and Purses

Age 18Y and up • Case Room

Ongoing

New!

In this class we will be making a few items. The first is a small purse to carry keys, money and a cell phone. The other is a tote we will embellish. And a few other surprises. You’ll need to bring your sewing machine but we will have a safe place to keep it during the 4 week class. Some supplies will be included but there will be a list of additional supplies required at the front desk.

Leader: Linda Crannell #24760 Wed 9:30AM–11:30AM

R $15 | NR $20

No class April 16 Apr 2–Apr 30

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Fri

1:30PM- 2:30PM No Fee

Apr 4–Jun 6

Age 18Y and up • Tuller Lounge

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 children’s’ 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.

Ongoing

Living Better with Poetry

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

This class will meet biweekly for discussion of both classical tradition and modern poetry. This class will require no written work, just attentive presence, basic respect for the topic and an open mind. (Note: although we’ll look at some traditional work, not every fine poem includes rhyme!) Class will be led by Dr. Joy Ellis McLemore, who has over 30 years of experience teaching college and university classes.

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. #24650 Thu

No Fee

10:00AM–NOON

Apr 10–May 29

Cross-Stitch & Needlework

#24728 Tue 1:30PM–3:00PM

R $28 | NR $37

Age 18Y and up • Case Room

Apr 29–Jun 24

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

Ongoing

Work on current projects! Share ideas, techniques, hints and support.

Mon 9:30AM–11:30AM

No Fee

Disappearing Pinwheel

Age 18Y and up • Case Room

No class May 26 Ongoing

New!

Learn a new quilting trick. The Disappearing Pinwheel is a fun new pattern that sews up quick and easy. Make a small crib quilt or larger using this attractive block. Haven’t quilted yet?

This may be the class to get you started, or if you are a quilter and want something new to re-inspire you. Some supplies are included but there will be a list of additional supplies at the front desk.

Leader: Linda Crannell #24761

Wed 9:30AM–11:30AM R $15 | NR $20

No Class May 21 May 7–Jun 4

Quilt Raffle!

Be sure to get your raffle tickets for a beautiful churn dash quilt. The quilt was made by our very own Linda Crannell and her crew of talented quilters. Tickets can be purchased at the Griswold Center front desk. The quilt will be on display at the Griswold and Community Center in the coming months and the raffle will take place at the Griswold 20 Year Anniversary Celebration on Friday, June 27.

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

Thu 10:00AM–NOON

No Fee

Ongoing

Project Linus Blankets

No Class April 18 Age 18Y and up • Case Room

Knit Wits and Crochet Hooks

Wed 10:00AM–NOON

No Fee

Age 18Y and up • Buttles Conference Room

The Griswold Center will host Project Linus blanket workshops to be donated through the Columbus chapter. Decide what 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. #24649 Mon

No Fee

1:00PM–3:00PM

No Class on May 26 Apr 14–Jun 9

Scarf Tying Workshop

New!

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Scarves have proven to be a versatile and affordable fashion accessory, but as many women know, can be a challenge to tie attractively. Join us as we explore a fun and inexpensive way to update your wardrobe. Bring your own scarf from home.

Program sponsored by Wesley Glen. #24739 Wed

No Fee

1:30PM–3:00PM

Apr 23

Theatre Class

Age 18Y and up • Case 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 Wed 1:45PM–3:15PM

No Fee

Ongoing

Watercolors YOUR way by Joe Age 18Y and up • Case Room

Come paint with us this spring. Instructor Joe Douglass teaches on an individual basis. Maybe you have an old or new project you wish to paint or learn some new techniques. We paint with mostly transparent watercolors, watercolor pencils and crayons. This class will help you get started and provide you with some time to enjoy creating a fresh vibrant painting.

Questions? Call Joe at (614)436-0836. New painters welcome! #24872 Wed 1:00PM–3:30PM

R $36 | NR $47

Apr 2–Apr 23

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Griswold Center Programs Computer Programs Computers: Windows 8 Intro

Computers: eMail Basics Using Gmail

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.

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

Age 18Y & up • Thompson Room

#24772 Thu 9:00AM–11:00AM

R $25 | NR $33

Apr 3

Computers: Saving and Organizing Files Age 18Y & 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. #24773 Thu 9:00AM–11:00AM

R $45 | NR $59

Apr 10, Apr 17

Computers: Internet Basics Using Google Chrome Age 18Y & 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 see 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. #24774

Thu 9:00AM–11:00AM R $45 | NR $59

Apr 24, May 1

Age 18Y & up • Thompson Room

#24775 Thu 9:00AM–11:00AM

R $45 | NR $59

May 8, May 15

Pinterest: Collecting & Organizing Things You Love Age 18Y & up • Thompson Room

Please Use the May Registration Form!

We will get you started by helping you to sign up for an account and create your profile. Then we will learn how to create boards, post pins, comment and like other peoples pins, and even repin a post from someone else. #24777 Thu 9:00AM–11:00AM

R $45 | NR $59

Computers: Google Mania

Age 18Y & up • Thompson Room

Take your Internet use to the next level by attending this intriguing lecture on the secret features of Google. Attendees will learn how to utilize Google’s hidden tools to find pictures and videos, search patents and trademarks, and search through scholarly papers for research. Google tools will be used to translate any text from one language to another, download an abundance of free software, and even navigate the globe from satellite images! #24776 Thu 9:00AM–11:00AM

R $45 | NR $59

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

May 22, May 29

Jun 5, Jun 12

Amazon: Buying Baubles, Books, Music & Video Age 18Y & up • Thompson Room

We help you create your account. Next we show you the best way to find the item you want to buy. We will show you how to add it to your shopping cart and then walk you through the buying process and its options, entering your information so the item can be shipped, and talk about security so you feel more comfortable shopping online. #24778 Thu 9:00AM–11:00AM

R $45 | NR $59

Jun 19, Jun 26

Did you know…

One of the best and most common ways of finding information on the web is through the use of search engines such as Google and Bing. Google is currently the most popular search engine, receiving hundreds of millions of search queries every day.

Cards and Games Bridge

Double Deck Pinochle

Mah-Jongg: National

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

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.

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 Wed 12:30PM–3:30PM

No Fee

Ongoing

Bunco Party

In some form or another, the dice game Bunco has been around since the late nineteenth century. 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! Come and win a prize! Light refreshments provided. Please remember to register. $2 payable at the door.

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

Apr 18 May 16 Jun 20

Age 18Y and up • Topping Room • Thompson Room

Join our party and play Euchre or Bridge. Bridge will begin at 5:30PM. Euchre begins at 6:30PM. There is a $1 donation for refreshments paid at the door. New players are always welcome.

Leader: Linda Crannell

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Ongoing

Ongoing

Age 18Y and up • Tuller Lounge

Mon

9:30AM–NOON No Fee

No class May 26 Apr 7–Jun 30

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 Thu 12:15PM–4:00PM

No Fee

Ongoing

Pool Table and Dart Board…

Card Party

Tue 5:30PM–9:00PM

Thu NOON–3:30PM

No Fee

Duplicate Bridge

Age 18Y and up • Topping Room

#24762 Fri #24763 Fri #24764 Fri

Age 18Y and up • Topping Room

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.

Wii Bowling League

Age 18Y and 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. Lot’s of fun and could not be any easier!

Leader: Ryan Cooper Mon

1:00PM–3:00PM No Fee

No class May 26 Apr 7–Jun 9

Register for Griswold Center programs on a monthly basis! See page 5 for all registration dates and information!

Griswold Center Programs General Interest

Shopping Trips

AARP Driver Safety Program

Cookie Baking

Please use the April Registration Form!

This program is the first and largest driving safety course specifically designed for motorists age 50 and over. Cost of program is $20 for Non AARP Members and $15 for AARP Members, who present membership card (collected at meeting). Checks may be payable to AARP. Space is limited so please register.

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.

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

#24860 Fri

12:30PM–4:30PM

May 9

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

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.

April 16: “Catherine’s Palace: Summer Residence of the Russian Tsars” by Dick Hill May 21: “Thailand: Bangkok Plus Golden Triangle” by Ellen Carter June 18: “The Polar Bear Excursion” by Dave Burgess Leader: Linda Crannell Wed Wed Wed No Fee

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

Apr 16 May 21 Jun 18

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.

April 8: Gone Girl by Gillian Flynn May 13: To Heaven and Back by Mary C. Neal June 10: The Last Runaway by Tracey Chevalier 1:30PM- 3:00PM 1:30PM- 3:00PM 1:30PM- 3:00PM No Fee

Apr 8 May 13 Jun 10

Conversational Spanish

1:00PM–2:00PM

Ongoing

No Fee

German Club

Age 18Y and 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 class May 26

Ongoing

No Fee

Speaking French

Come together with speakers of French to maintain your conversational skills.

1:30PM–3:45PM

Ongoing

Sustainable Gardening for Nature (and you) April 17: Dawes Arboretum Horticulturist Peter Lowe will discuss the benefits of growing small native trees for wildlife and enjoyment.

May 15: Marne Tichenell, wildlife extension program specialist at The Ohio State University will discuss landscaping and planting to live in harmony with the wildlife in our area.

Thu Thu

7:00PM–9:00PM 7:00PM–9:00PM No Fee

Apr 17 May 15

Age 18Y and up • Tuller Lounge

1:00PM–2:15PM No Fee

Mon 9:45AM–12:30PM #24699 Anderson’s / Trader Joe’s #24700 Meijer #24701 Walmart #24702 Kroger #24703 Anderson’s / Trader Joe’s #24704 Meijer #24705 Walmart #24706 Kroger (Wednesday) #24707 Polaris Fashion Place #24708 Anderson’s / Trader Joe’s #24709 Meijer #24710 Walmart #24711 Kroger

No Fee

Apr 7 Apr 14 Apr 21 Apr 28 May 5 May 12 May 19 May 28 Jun 2 Jun 9 Jun 16 Jun 23 Jun 30

World Laughter Tour

Age 18Y and up • Thompson Room

Investor Workshops

Mon

Sign-up to go grocery shopping. Once a quarter we will visit Polaris Fashion Place Mall.

Apr 14, May 12, Jun 9

Did you know? Laughter reduces cortisol, which is a hormone that causes stress, and increases endorphins, which are the body’s own natural opiates - they make you happy. Laughter eases muscle tension, enhances blood oxygen levels and boosts circulation, increases pain tolerance, and more! This is not a comedy program, however we will laugh and have fun.

Find out what everyone is laughing about!

Certified Laughter Leader: Mary Kay Scott #24651 #24652 #24653

Wed Wed Wed No Fee

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

Apr 9 May 14 Jun 11

History and World Events Civil War Roundtable

U.S. Presidential Study Group

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.

May 12: “West Point and the Band of Brothers” by Bob Keefer June 2: “If the South had Won the Civil War” by Van Young

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 decisions that characterized their terms of office.

April 14: “Anti-Intellectualism in American Life”

by Walt Kobalka April 21: “The History of the American Newspapers”

by Ginger Price May 19: “Presidential Memorabilia” by Algy McBride June 9: “The Social Background of US Presidents”

by Koki Asakura June 16: “First Ladies Ellen Wilson, Edith Wilson and Florence Harding” by Elizabeth Hague

10:00AM–11:00AM No Fee

May 12, Jun 2

Current Events

Age 18Y & up • Thompson Room

Join us and discuss the world and financial events and discuss the people and events that helped create them.

Leader: Doug Smith Tue 11:00AM–NOON

No Fee

Ongoing

Age 18Y & up • Thompson Room

Mon 10:00AM–11:00AM

No Fee

Great Decisions

Age 18Y & up • Thompson Room

Age 18Y and up • Buttles Conference Room Tue

Gardening & Beyond

Mon

Age 18Y and up • Case Room Fri

Apr 9

Age 18Y & up • Thompson Room

Foreign Language Brush up on your Spanish conversational skills.

Leader: Guillermo Arango

12:30PM–2:30PM

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

Book Discussion

Tue Tue Tue

#24789 Wed

No Fee

Age 18Y and up • Town Hall

Armchair Travel

#24732 #24733 #24734

Age 18Y and up

Age 18Y and up • Kitchen

No Fee

Please use the April Registration Form!

“Are China, Japan & South Korea fanning the flames of war?”, “With clashes between secular & religious groups, is the soul of Turkey still up for grabs?”, “Should the US encourage more traditional fuel production or invest in young technology of renewable resources?”. Come hear expert speakers from Ohio Wesleyan, OSU and others address crucial world issues this spring at the Griswold’s annual Great Decisions program!

Great Decision books can be ordered by calling 1-800-4775836. #24717

Fri No Fee

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

10:00AM–11:30AM

May 9–Jun 27

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Griswold Center Programs Partnerships SALT—Seniors and Law Enforcement Together

Safeguarding the rights and well-being of seniors is a key responsibility of Ohio’s criminal justice community. By working together, law enforcement and organizations that serve older adults can accomplish much more than they ever could achieve alone. Supported by the Ohio Attorney General’s Office, Franklin County Sheriff’s Office is now a Triad, or partnership involving law enforcement, seniors and community groups that work to prevent crimes targeting the elderly. Worthington’s SALT (Seniors and Law Enforcement Together) council work with Triad to present education and prevention programs and implement strategies to reduce or prevent crime.

The Worthington area SALT council meets quarterly at the Griswold Center and is a great networking opportunity for seniors to share neighborhood information as well as hear from local law enforcement on recent trends. For more information call (614) 842-6320.

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

Programs Continued

AARP Driver Safety Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Adventures in Writing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Alexander Technique, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Alzheimer’s Association Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . 33 Armchair Travel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Arthritis Foundation Walk with Ease. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Bags and Purses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Balance & Flex. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Bear Hugs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Book Discussion . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Bunco Party. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Card Party . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Chair Volleyball . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Circuit Training Strength Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Civil War Roundtable. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Computer Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Conversational Spanish . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Cookie Baking. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Cross-Stitch & Needlework . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Current Events. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Delay the Disease . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Disappearing Pinwheel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Double Deck Pinochle. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Duplicate Bridge. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Eat Better, Feel Better. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .34 Fearless Falling. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Feldenkrais Method®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Fit-Stik & Tubing Strength Class . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Fitness Room Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Foot Care Clinic & Cholesterol Screening. . . . . . . . . . 34 Free Community Yoga. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Fun and Fitness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Gardening & Beyond. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 German Club . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Golf League . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Golfers’ Spring Tune-Up . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Great Decisions. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Harmonaires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Hatha Yoga at the Griswold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Investor Workshops. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Jazzy Tap with a New York Flair. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Knit Wits and Crochet Hooks. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Line Dancing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Living Better with Poetry. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Low Vision Support Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Mah-Jongg: National. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Massage Appointments. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Open Art for All Media and Levels. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Pickleball. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Pilates Mat Work with Yoga . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Play Reading Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Project Linus Blankets . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Reflexology/Reiki/Massage. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Scarf Tying Workshop. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Shopping Trips. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 SilverSneakers®. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Softball Team—60s League. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Speaking French . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Strength Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Stroke Support Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Table Tennis. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Tai Chi. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Theater Class. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 US Presidential Study Group . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Walking Group. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Watercolors YOUR Way by Joe . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 Wii Bowling League. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 World Laughter Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Worthington Widowhood Support Group . . . . . . . . . . 33 Yoga: Hatha . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 ZUMBA GOLD® at the Griswold. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32

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Events

1950s Sock Hop . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 EMS Week Chili Lunch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28 Full Sound Chamber Concert . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Grill and Chill on the Patio . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Griswold’s 20 Year Anniversary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 History of Civil War Music. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Johnny Steiner/Volunteer Party. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Lunch and Learn . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 National Senior Health & Fitness Day. . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Tiny Tea. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

Trips

A Day at Lakeside Chautauqua . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 A Raisin in the Sun. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Always... Patsy Cline. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 American Sign Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Art of the Louvre’s Tuileries Garden, The. . . . . . . . . . . 29 BalletMet New Works . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Der Dutchman . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Diana, A Celebration—Montgomery Inn Boathouse. . . 30 Gems of Youngstown, The. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Glass Paperweight. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .30 Humphrey Garden Tour & More . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Lake Hope Canoe & Lunch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Mystery Lunch. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Ohio Genealogical Society Library. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Ohio State Baseball Game. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Pool Party at Wesley Glen. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Possum Run Greenhouse, Bellville . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Quailcrest Farm, Wooster. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Say Goodnight Gracie at Ritz Theater in Tiffin . . . . . . 29 Scioto Gardens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Senior Fashion Show. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 SS Vaud-Villities 72nd Annual Spring Prod.. . . . . . . . 29 The Manhattan Transfer at Marion Palace Theater. . . .29 The Miss Firecracker Contest. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Van Goh Repetitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Vicki Lawrence & Mama, A Two Woman Show . . . . . . 30 Wilmington History and Banana Split Festival. . . . . . 30

Trip Previews

Christmas in Asheville & The Biltmore . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Moose Safari & Mountains. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 South America. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30

Griswold Travel Worthington Past and Present June 28, 10:00 AM–2:00 PM

Moose Safari & Mountains

A unique tour to Maine and New Hampshire June 15–21, 2014 Tour Highlights:

Join us on the Northwest corner of the Village Green as we celebrate the Griswold Center’s 20th Anniversary. The day’s theme is “Worthington Past and Present” and will include games for kids, crafts, food, entertainment, ice cream making and more! Look for the Summer Activity Brochure in May for more details about this event.

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• Hotel accommodations in Ogunquit, ME, Bethel, ME and Lincoln, NH • Six breakfasts and four dinners, including one lobster choice dinner and one Lafayette dinner train • Guided tours of Kennebunkport and the Maine Balsam Fir Factory • Admission to the Museum at Portland Head Lighthouse, the Bethel Historical Society and the Weather Discover Center • Guided sightseeing and “moosin’ tour” through Bethel area and Grafton Notch State Park Trip Preview on April 2, see page 30 for details.

Historic Gettysburg Tour October 7–9, 2014 Trip Highlights • 2 each breakfasts and dinners • Transportation aboard deluxe motor coach • Gettysburg National Military Park Visitor Center • Licensed local guide for battlefield tour • Seminary Ridge Museum • Eisenhower’s Farm Tour

Christmas in Asheville and the Biltmore South America December 3–6, 2014

January 15– February 9, 2015

Trip Highlights

Trip Highlights

• Transportation aboard deluxe highway motorcoach • 3 nights accommodations at the Double Tree Hotel in Asheville, North Carolina • Holiday dinner on the Biltmore Estate grounds • Christmas dinner at The Grove Park Inn • Dillsboro Festival of Lights and Luminaries • Guided City Tour of Asheville

• City tours of both Santiago and Buenos Aires • Fifteen day cruise on the Golden Princess • Stops in Chile, the Falkland Island, Argentina and Uruguay Trip Preview on April 30, see page 30 for details.

Trip Preview on April 2, see page 30 for details.

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As your source for Fun & Fitness, it is our goal to provide you with programs, information and resources to make healthy lifestyle choices.

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Actively play on the playground with your children or grandchildren.

Get outside! Mowing the lawn, gardening and walking your dog count toward activity minutes.

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