GENERAL INFORMATION 2

FITNESS INFORMATION amp CLASSES 4-5

FITNESS CENTER 12 DAYS OF FITNESS 6-7

YOUTH SPORTS 8-9

YOUTH ADULT SPORTS 10

20 PROGRAMS FOR UNDER $20 11

BIRTHDAY SERVICE 12

YOUTH amp TEEN EVENTS 13

TEEN RED EDGE amp RED EDGE EVENTS 14 amp 15

SPECIAL EVENTS 16 ndash18

SPECIAL EVENTS MEMORIAL AUD 19

LEISURE ARTS (YOUTH) 20-21

ADULT LEISURE ARTS 21

SPECIAL INTEREST 23

SENIOR CITIZENS 24

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 326-3323

wwwwellingtonreccom Administrative Office Hours

Monday-Friday 830 am-500 pm Closed Weekends

Please note The Wellington Recreation Center office will be CLOSED on the following dates September 5 Labor Day November 24 amp 25 Thanksgiving December 23 amp 26 Christmas December 30 New Yearrsquos Eve January 2 New Yearrsquos Day

Mission Statement It is our mission to enhance the life of all USD 353 residents through quality recreational and leisure services that contribute to their mental social physical educational cultural

and general well being

Welcome to the 2011 Wellington Recreation Commissionrsquos Fall activities guide of classes programs leagues and special events

We are currently in the process of updating our website and registration software we hope the changes will make accessing information and registering for programs more

convenient for everyone Also on page 11 check out lsquo20 under $20rsquo20 programs and events that cost less

than $20 or are free for an entire family For the most up-to-date information regarding programs and changes in scheduling visit

our website wwwwellingtonreccom or look on facebook Wellington Recreation

As alwaysndash thank you to all Wellington and area residents for your continued support as we look forward to a bright future

Remember itrsquos great to recreate and itrsquos never too late

Registration Reminders

Sign-up Policy Sign-ups are on a first come first serve

basis Telephone sign-ups by credit card are allowed

Once a program has filled you may request to be put on a

waiting list After the program has begun a late charge

will be assessed where applicable

Waivers for Participation Parents or legal guardian

of any youth participating in a youth program must sign a

waiver Adult programs require the participant to

personally sign the waiver

Limited Enrollment In programs with limited

enrollments participants must pay fees before a place in

the program will be reserved If classes have re-openings

sign-ups will be on a first come first serve basis Cancellations The WRC reserves the right to cancel

any program due to low enrollments etc Registered

participants will receive appropriate refunds

Nothing Kills A Program Quickerhellip Than

waiting until the last minute to register for it At some

point a decision must be made on whether to cancel the

program due to lack of enrollment Please register at least

3 working days prior to the start date of the class

Registration Deadlines Registration deadlines are

established to give a date by which you should be

registered However registration deadlines may be

extended If you missed the deadline please call 326-3323

to get information on possible dead-line extensions

Program Policies

Children Attending Class Due to lack of proper

supervision children are not allowed to attend adult classes

with their parents

Rainy Day Procedure Each instructor will make the

decision to hold class if the weather conditions are

questionable If conditions warrant cancellation of the

program the instructor will contact the radio station

Listen to KLEY (AM-1130) or KWME (FM-935) And

also check cable TV 5

Make-ups If a program meeting is missed because of

reasons beyond the control of the WRC it will not be made

up If an individual misses a program meeting he or she

may not make up the missed class by attending a similar

meeting at a different time

Board of Directors Hankie Holefelder President

Matt Barton Secretary

Tamara McCue Member

Amy Jenkins Member

John Brand Member

Staff Marcine Goodrum RecreationAdmin Event Director Cody White RecreationSports Director

Julie Wellington Administrative Manager

Crystal Dawson ProgramStaff Specialist

Tanner Ford ProgramSports Supervisor

Debbie MurphyDebbie Zens helliphelliphellipFitness Coordinators

Maria Holverson Maintenance and Custodial

Recreation Center 202 S Jefferson 326-3323

Memorial Auditorium 208 N Washington 326-3303

Fitness Center 208 N Washington 326-3435

Elsass Annex Art Center 222 S Jefferson

McKinley Bungalow 514 N Olive

The Armory 218 S High

For Your Information Little League Football Sponsors Joe Buresh 316-293-6050

amp Paul Vargas 316-640-5488

Babe Ruth Baseball Chris Craig 326-3388

Youth Football Cheerleader Molly Craig 620-968-7197

Credit Cards Accepted For our customerslsquo convenience the Recreation Center accepts

Visa and Mastercard credit and debit cards as well as

checks and cash Checks should be made payable to the

Wellington Recreation Commission $1000 charge for NSF

checks

Refund Policy

In the case where equipment or uniforms have been ordered for

registration the cost of the equipment or uniforms will not be

refunded A complete refund will be given if the class is

cancelled by the WRC No refund will be given if persons fail

to request a refund prior to the start of the class When a refund

is issued a $300 service charge will be assessed

Program Scholarships Because some residents are unable to participate in recreation

programs due to economic hardship the WRC provides a

scholarship to reduce or waive certain fees and charges

Applicants for scholarships are not guaranteed program

registration All requests will remain confidential A limited

amount of funding is available for scholarships Please inquire

about scholarships at the WRC office

Click on

wwwwellingtonreccom or visit

facebook Wellington

Recreation for easy access to

program details

changes in schedules

and program photos

Program Registration Begins Monday August 29th

A amp W Restaurant

After School Program

Bank of Commerce

Big Cheese Pizza

Daylight Donut Shop

First National Bank

Fresh Start

Futures Unlimited

Hummingbird Printing

Kimball Insurance Agency

Mid-States Fitness

Equipment

Security State Bank

Sumner Communications

Sunflower Screen Printing

Susanrsquos Portrait Designs

TECT

Wellington Wheel amp

Alignment

ZUMBA FITNESS Zumba Fitness is back this fall with unique combinations of energetic Latin dance and aerobics exercise that works almost every muscle in the body Join Certified Instructor Cindy Tracy for routines featuring aerobicfitness interval training with fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body for an incredible workout

DAYS Monday amp Thursday Session 1 Sept 26-Oct 20 Session 2 Oct 24-Nov 17 Session 3 Nov21-Dec 19 no class 1124 TIME 715-800 pm PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 RATE Beginner to high intensity

BUTZ amp GUTZ This core conditioning class will focus on the front and rear of core stability using Pilates Pilates exercises use the exciting combination of yoga flexibility training and strength training

DAYS Saturday Session 1 Oct 1-22 Session 2 Oct 29-Nov 19 Session 3 Nov26-Dec 17 TIME 9-945 am PRICE $12 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black LOCATION Memorial Auditorium MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 RATE Beginner to High intensity

TWO FREE weeks of Fitness classes Mon-Sat Sept 12th - Sept 24th

Register in advance at the WRC Free classes include all classes listed on this page

TUESDAY amp THURSDAY CLASSES Session 1 Sept 27-Oct 20 Session 2 Oct 25-Nov 17 Session 3 Nov22-Dec 20 no class 1124

SUPER SET CONDITIONING This class is designed to challenge your body with a cardio workout and strength equipment that promotes lean muscle mass This fast paced strength class utilizes a wide range of equipment including kickboxing resis-tance bands and free weights with access the Fitness Center on Saturdays with a prescribed workout

TIME 530mdash630 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 RATE Beginner to high intensity

GENTLE YOGA Explore gentle movements to increase flexibility strength and well-being Students are led through stretches yoga postures and breathing practices then guided into deep relaxation with experienced Yoga Instructor Sadie Black Ideal for those with chronic pain or stress illness or in-jury All fitness levels welcome Leave your troubles be-hind wear comfortable clothing and join us for 45 min-utes of revitalization

TIME 645mdash730 pm PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black LOCATION Memorial Auditorium MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 RATE Beginner to high intensity

Join Debbie Murphy each Saturday at 8 am at the Fitness Center for a FREE Boot Camp The only requirement is for participants to be members of the Fitness Center The camp will help build

the strength power and speed you need to get the results you desire Camp begins Saturday September 10th

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jenifer Kinyon experienced instructor with The Turning Pointe in this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Stu-dents will also be introduced to rolls handstands cartwheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace

DAY Wednesday DATE Oct19-Nov 9 DAYTIME 530-615 pm AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1200 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

LIFETIME EXERCISE Low impact aerobics and stretching is the focus of this class for senior men and women who want to improve their endurance muscle tone and maintain their weight

DAYS Mondays amp Wednesdays Session 1 Oct 3-26 Session 2 Nov 7-30

TIME 900-945 am PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Lora Topinka MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25

BIGGEST LOSER If you have struggled to lose weight or maintain the size you want to be let us help The Biggest Loser is back this fall with weekly support meetings and weigh-ins Donrsquot miss out sign up today

DAY Thursdays DATE Sept 8-Dec 15 TIME 645-730 pm PRICE $22 fall entry fee INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy LOCATION Rec Center MIN 7 MAX 25 All participants must be a member of the Fitness Center

FITNESS COUPONS Are you one of those who would like to take a fitness class but have a crazy schedule and hate to pay for classes you missed The WRC has a solution just for you WRC Fitness Coupons may be purchased this fall at the Recreation Center office during office hours Coupons are $3 each and may be pur-chased in singles or any quantity you desire

Membership Fees for Residents

In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months

Single $25 $115 $184

Family $43 $195 $299

Senior $18 $ 86 $138

Senior Family $33 $146 $224

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or guardianrsquos signa-ture and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physicianrsquos signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between Thanksgiving and

Christmas and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid Fitness Center

membership Sign up with the Fitness Center

Supervisor Fee is $5

FREE FITNESS CENTER

MEMBERSHIP CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

have used our facility in a continuous

basis throughout the years This fall we will

have a drawing from our FC memberships

One lucky member will receive a FREE

Quarterly Membership To qualify you

must be a member for at least three con-

secutive quarters

TIPS FOR STAYING ON TRACK Keep track of the activities you do Write them in a log book or on your calendar Review your progress from time to time Let your success motivate you and donrsquot forget to reward yourself when you attain your goals A regular workout schedule may help to motivate you to continue with your fitness program As incentive look to the positive results more energy increased muscle mass endurance and tone less body fat improved health that could reduce the risk of cardiovascular dis-eases high blood pressure and obesity and greater re-sistance to stress and fatigue

PERSONAL TRAINING Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experience assisting patrons with their fit-ness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assessments (Fit Tests) geared toward determining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Center to schedule an appointment 326-3435

AGE 16-Adults PRICE $2500 per hour INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CPT LOCATION Fitness Center

FITNESS MISSION The Wellington Recreation Commission is proud to offer a variety of fitness classes to benefit your body and mind The classes offered on the following pages are designed to provide safe and effective workouts based on the latest fitness trends and research Our talented staff are trained and dedicated to provide quality up-to-date instruction The programs can improve your quality of life by the following Improved cardio respiratory health Reduced body fat Increased muscular endurance and strength Reduced blood pressure Increased flexibility Reduced stress Improved self-esteem Research journals say moderate intensity physical activity is safe for most healthy adults regardless of age

Experts have learned that doing something is better than nothing

SilverSneakerscopy

Muscular Strength amp Range of Movement

Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going fall session begins Thursday Septem-ber 1st

Tue amp Thurs 1030-1115 am LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson RATE Beginner to Medium intensity

Tune-ups Suspensions

Air Conditioning Service

Timing Belts Computer Diagnostic

Engine amp Transmission Replacements

723 North H Street Wellington KS 67152 (620) 326-7701

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION)

The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and

engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others

their age Boys and girls will compete separately from one another

PPK is intended to encourage youth participation and emphasize the

―FUN side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-

cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age deter-

mination date is December 31 2011

DAYDATE Sunday Sept 25

TIME 200 pm

AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls)

PRICE FREE

LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Fri Sept 23

(Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 30th Worden Park) WINTER SOFTBALL CLINIC

If you are planning on playing softball this next summer this

mid-season clinic is a must The clinic will include proper

throwing technique infield techniques base running and out-

field skills and hitting instruction Donlsquot be a player that only

practices two months out of the year keep it going all year to

be the all-star that you can be Registration deadline is Fri-

day Feb 17th 2012

DATES February 18th amp 19th 2012

DAYSTIME Feb 18th Saturday 100-230 pm

Feb 19th Sunday 200-330 pm

AGE 10-14

LOCATION Armory

INSTRUCTOR Carmen Hatfield

PRICE $40

DEADLINE Feb 17th 2012

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL

PITCHING CLINIC

COST $40 One Time Fee Paid to WRC at time

of Registration

WEEKLY

PRICE

DEPOSIT

$12 Per Class Paid (On Site) Directly to

Rhod Buser

$40 Made Payable to Rhod Buser to

Cover Any Missed Classes and is Paid

at the Time of Registration

INSTRUCTOR Oklahoma ASA Hall of Fame Rhod

Buser

DAYDATES Wednesdays November 2-March 7

WEDNESDAYS

AGE TIME

Beginner 9-10 400-500 pm

Intermediate 10-12 510-610 pm

Advanced 13-17 620-720 pm

Advanced 13-17 730-830 pm

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve

Reynolds is a second degree black belt and has studied for years

in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8

years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate

practiced in the Karate Kidlsquo movies Families are welcome and

encouraged

DAYSTIMES Saturdays 11-1230am

Tuesdays-700-830 pm

DATES Session 1 September (Sept 3rd-24th)

Session 2 October (Oct 1st-29th)

Session 3 November (Nov 5th-26th)

Session 4 December (Dec 3rd-31st)

AGE 8 yrs amp up

PRICE $20 a month per person -or-

$35 a month per family

INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

Program Registration Begins Monday August 29th

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This

league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to

play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football

There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old

division and a 9-12 year old division This program is open

to both boys and girls

DAYS Saturdays

DATES Sept 17-Oct 22

TIMES 9am-6-8 YR 10am-9-12 YR

LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

PRICE $25

DEADLINE September 2nd

Parent Meeting September 8-730pm WRC

Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group

Participants should arrive 15 min early to warm-up amp are re-

quired to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward

teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals

Alternate days are available THIS CLINIC WILL NOT BE

HELD IF ENROLLMENT NUMBERS ARE LESS THAN 18

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Volleyball

League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays

This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable

experience before they reach middle school and high school

DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October)

AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th (2 Teams per age group

if possible)

PRICE $30

DEADLINE Friday September 2nd 500PM

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE

Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC

youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goal heights

are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all

players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration

begins October 4

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru end of Feb

AGE DIVISIONS 1st amp 2nd graders

3rd amp 4th graders

5th amp 6th graders

PRICE

$30

$40 After Nov 11th Deadline

SKILL

ASSESMENT Sat Nov 19 at OLD JR HIGH

1000 AM 1st-2nd 1200 PM 3rd-6th

PLEASE REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 11th DEADLINE

Coaches Meeting 700 PM Thu Nov 17 Rec Center

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will

be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to

play basketball Instruction will be given on 8lsquo goals and junior

size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball

handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must

wear court shoes

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru Jan 28

TIME 900ndash 1000 am

AGE 5 year olds amp Kindergarten

PRICE $20

LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 30

REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday January 7

We Need Adults to help officiate and

coach basketball games

If you want to help the youth of the

community please give us a

call at 326-3323 Thanks

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Fall Festival amp Chili Cook-Off ~Oct 8th Heritage Park

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC this year and put at

the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls

will be provided The two cages may be used by calling

the WRC 326-3323 to set up times Prices are per person

per hour

PRICE Individuals $2000 an hour

3 or more people $10 ea per hr

TIME Sign up the WRC office

LOCATION Armory

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty

of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot

hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather

friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball

Supervision and balls are provided

DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 11 thru Mar 4

TIME

AGE

1230-330

Middle School-Adults

PRICE $1 per person (each visit)

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and

friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered

by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct

10 at 630 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Mondays Oct 17 thru Dec (End Date

depends on number of teams)

TIME Matches on 2 courts

630 720 810 amp 900 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $75 team

MIN 4 teams

LOCATION WHS Gym

Deadline Friday October 7th

Captainrsquos Meeting Monday Oct 10 630pm WRC

ADULT BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school

rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn

in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-

season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 8 thru March

TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 team

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

MIN 4 teams MAX 12 teams

Pre-Season Meeting Thurs Dec 15th 700pm WRC

Team rosters are due at or before this meeting

HOLIDAY BALL Donlsquot get bored over the holiday break The

WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other ac-

tion games and fun stuff Donlsquot miss out

Thanksgiving-

Wed Nov 23 amp Fri Nov25

Christmasndash

Dec 19-23 amp 26-30

100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

―Play is essential for life It is not

selective it is mandatory

-Dr O Carl Smith

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grand-parent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanks-giving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Go visit the newly renovated Regent Theatre and see a good movie

2 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 19th at the Memorial Auditorium on

3 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other fun events during the Fall Fest on Oct 8th at Heritage Park

4 Go to a home WHS football volleyball or basketball game this fall

5 Take your children and see a performance of ldquoWillie Wonka The Musicalrdquo performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Oct 21-23 the Jr High auditorium page 17

6 Grab your skate board and ride over the new Skate Park located at Sellers Park

7 Kidsndash come ldquoTrick or Treat Down The Streetrdquo downtown after school on Oct 29th page 16

8 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the Tennis Courts at Eisenhower Elemen-tary recently renovated by the WRC

9 Kids make a special gift at Santarsquos Workshop page 20

10 Elementary youth can attend Kidrsquos Club at the WRC on Monday Tuesday Thursday and Fridays after school

11 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trail at Worden Park

12 Go and play a fun and exciting round of Disc Golf at Donut Bay

13 Middle School students come to the Memorial Auditorium for Red Line Pizza Parties page 14

14 Take the family for a walk in the new land-scaped Stewartrsquos Park

15 Enjoy a Saturday night at Meadow Lanes for Glow Bowling from 9 pm to 12 am for $10 a person

16 Attend a WRC Youth Flag Football game page 8

17 Go to the Wellington Gold Course and hit a bucket of balls

18 Go fishing at Hargis Creek 19 Middle school kids come to the WRC and play

some pool video games and catch up with all your friends during Teen Center once a week

20 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Me-morial Auditorium on Dec 3rd Page 18

Enrollment is easy

Call 620-399-8100

Monday amp Thursday 900 ammdash700 pm Tuesday Wednesday amp Friday 900 ammdash400 pm

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRClsquos music system (CDlsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRClsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDlsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRClsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- Several options are available

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Registration Reminders

Sign-up Policy Sign-ups are on a first come first serve

basis Telephone sign-ups by credit card are allowed

Once a program has filled you may request to be put on a

waiting list After the program has begun a late charge

will be assessed where applicable

Waivers for Participation Parents or legal guardian

of any youth participating in a youth program must sign a

waiver Adult programs require the participant to

personally sign the waiver

Limited Enrollment In programs with limited

enrollments participants must pay fees before a place in

the program will be reserved If classes have re-openings

sign-ups will be on a first come first serve basis Cancellations The WRC reserves the right to cancel

any program due to low enrollments etc Registered

participants will receive appropriate refunds

Nothing Kills A Program Quickerhellip Than

waiting until the last minute to register for it At some

point a decision must be made on whether to cancel the

program due to lack of enrollment Please register at least

3 working days prior to the start date of the class

Registration Deadlines Registration deadlines are

established to give a date by which you should be

registered However registration deadlines may be

extended If you missed the deadline please call 326-3323

to get information on possible dead-line extensions

Program Policies

Children Attending Class Due to lack of proper

supervision children are not allowed to attend adult classes

with their parents

Rainy Day Procedure Each instructor will make the

decision to hold class if the weather conditions are

questionable If conditions warrant cancellation of the

program the instructor will contact the radio station

Listen to KLEY (AM-1130) or KWME (FM-935) And

also check cable TV 5

Make-ups If a program meeting is missed because of

reasons beyond the control of the WRC it will not be made

up If an individual misses a program meeting he or she

may not make up the missed class by attending a similar

meeting at a different time

Board of Directors Hankie Holefelder President

Matt Barton Secretary

Tamara McCue Member

Amy Jenkins Member

John Brand Member

Staff Marcine Goodrum RecreationAdmin Event Director Cody White RecreationSports Director

Julie Wellington Administrative Manager

Crystal Dawson ProgramStaff Specialist

Tanner Ford ProgramSports Supervisor

Debbie MurphyDebbie Zens helliphelliphellipFitness Coordinators

Maria Holverson Maintenance and Custodial

Recreation Center 202 S Jefferson 326-3323

Memorial Auditorium 208 N Washington 326-3303

Fitness Center 208 N Washington 326-3435

Elsass Annex Art Center 222 S Jefferson

McKinley Bungalow 514 N Olive

The Armory 218 S High

For Your Information Little League Football Sponsors Joe Buresh 316-293-6050

amp Paul Vargas 316-640-5488

Babe Ruth Baseball Chris Craig 326-3388

Youth Football Cheerleader Molly Craig 620-968-7197

Credit Cards Accepted For our customerslsquo convenience the Recreation Center accepts

Visa and Mastercard credit and debit cards as well as

checks and cash Checks should be made payable to the

Wellington Recreation Commission $1000 charge for NSF

checks

Refund Policy

In the case where equipment or uniforms have been ordered for

registration the cost of the equipment or uniforms will not be

refunded A complete refund will be given if the class is

cancelled by the WRC No refund will be given if persons fail

to request a refund prior to the start of the class When a refund

is issued a $300 service charge will be assessed

Program Scholarships Because some residents are unable to participate in recreation

programs due to economic hardship the WRC provides a

scholarship to reduce or waive certain fees and charges

Applicants for scholarships are not guaranteed program

registration All requests will remain confidential A limited

amount of funding is available for scholarships Please inquire

about scholarships at the WRC office

Click on

wwwwellingtonreccom or visit

facebook Wellington

Recreation for easy access to

program details

changes in schedules

and program photos

Program Registration Begins Monday August 29th

A amp W Restaurant

After School Program

Bank of Commerce

Big Cheese Pizza

Daylight Donut Shop

First National Bank

Fresh Start

Futures Unlimited

Hummingbird Printing

Kimball Insurance Agency

Mid-States Fitness

Equipment

Security State Bank

Sumner Communications

Sunflower Screen Printing

Susanrsquos Portrait Designs

TECT

Wellington Wheel amp

Alignment

ZUMBA FITNESS Zumba Fitness is back this fall with unique combinations of energetic Latin dance and aerobics exercise that works almost every muscle in the body Join Certified Instructor Cindy Tracy for routines featuring aerobicfitness interval training with fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body for an incredible workout

DAYS Monday amp Thursday Session 1 Sept 26-Oct 20 Session 2 Oct 24-Nov 17 Session 3 Nov21-Dec 19 no class 1124 TIME 715-800 pm PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 RATE Beginner to high intensity

BUTZ amp GUTZ This core conditioning class will focus on the front and rear of core stability using Pilates Pilates exercises use the exciting combination of yoga flexibility training and strength training

DAYS Saturday Session 1 Oct 1-22 Session 2 Oct 29-Nov 19 Session 3 Nov26-Dec 17 TIME 9-945 am PRICE $12 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black LOCATION Memorial Auditorium MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 RATE Beginner to High intensity

TWO FREE weeks of Fitness classes Mon-Sat Sept 12th - Sept 24th

Register in advance at the WRC Free classes include all classes listed on this page

TUESDAY amp THURSDAY CLASSES Session 1 Sept 27-Oct 20 Session 2 Oct 25-Nov 17 Session 3 Nov22-Dec 20 no class 1124

SUPER SET CONDITIONING This class is designed to challenge your body with a cardio workout and strength equipment that promotes lean muscle mass This fast paced strength class utilizes a wide range of equipment including kickboxing resis-tance bands and free weights with access the Fitness Center on Saturdays with a prescribed workout

TIME 530mdash630 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 RATE Beginner to high intensity

GENTLE YOGA Explore gentle movements to increase flexibility strength and well-being Students are led through stretches yoga postures and breathing practices then guided into deep relaxation with experienced Yoga Instructor Sadie Black Ideal for those with chronic pain or stress illness or in-jury All fitness levels welcome Leave your troubles be-hind wear comfortable clothing and join us for 45 min-utes of revitalization

TIME 645mdash730 pm PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black LOCATION Memorial Auditorium MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 RATE Beginner to high intensity

Join Debbie Murphy each Saturday at 8 am at the Fitness Center for a FREE Boot Camp The only requirement is for participants to be members of the Fitness Center The camp will help build

the strength power and speed you need to get the results you desire Camp begins Saturday September 10th

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jenifer Kinyon experienced instructor with The Turning Pointe in this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Stu-dents will also be introduced to rolls handstands cartwheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace

DAY Wednesday DATE Oct19-Nov 9 DAYTIME 530-615 pm AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1200 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

LIFETIME EXERCISE Low impact aerobics and stretching is the focus of this class for senior men and women who want to improve their endurance muscle tone and maintain their weight

DAYS Mondays amp Wednesdays Session 1 Oct 3-26 Session 2 Nov 7-30

TIME 900-945 am PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Lora Topinka MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25

BIGGEST LOSER If you have struggled to lose weight or maintain the size you want to be let us help The Biggest Loser is back this fall with weekly support meetings and weigh-ins Donrsquot miss out sign up today

DAY Thursdays DATE Sept 8-Dec 15 TIME 645-730 pm PRICE $22 fall entry fee INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy LOCATION Rec Center MIN 7 MAX 25 All participants must be a member of the Fitness Center

FITNESS COUPONS Are you one of those who would like to take a fitness class but have a crazy schedule and hate to pay for classes you missed The WRC has a solution just for you WRC Fitness Coupons may be purchased this fall at the Recreation Center office during office hours Coupons are $3 each and may be pur-chased in singles or any quantity you desire

Membership Fees for Residents

In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months

Single $25 $115 $184

Family $43 $195 $299

Senior $18 $ 86 $138

Senior Family $33 $146 $224

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or guardianrsquos signa-ture and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physicianrsquos signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between Thanksgiving and

Christmas and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid Fitness Center

membership Sign up with the Fitness Center

Supervisor Fee is $5

FREE FITNESS CENTER

MEMBERSHIP CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

have used our facility in a continuous

basis throughout the years This fall we will

have a drawing from our FC memberships

One lucky member will receive a FREE

Quarterly Membership To qualify you

must be a member for at least three con-

secutive quarters

TIPS FOR STAYING ON TRACK Keep track of the activities you do Write them in a log book or on your calendar Review your progress from time to time Let your success motivate you and donrsquot forget to reward yourself when you attain your goals A regular workout schedule may help to motivate you to continue with your fitness program As incentive look to the positive results more energy increased muscle mass endurance and tone less body fat improved health that could reduce the risk of cardiovascular dis-eases high blood pressure and obesity and greater re-sistance to stress and fatigue

PERSONAL TRAINING Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experience assisting patrons with their fit-ness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assessments (Fit Tests) geared toward determining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Center to schedule an appointment 326-3435

AGE 16-Adults PRICE $2500 per hour INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CPT LOCATION Fitness Center

FITNESS MISSION The Wellington Recreation Commission is proud to offer a variety of fitness classes to benefit your body and mind The classes offered on the following pages are designed to provide safe and effective workouts based on the latest fitness trends and research Our talented staff are trained and dedicated to provide quality up-to-date instruction The programs can improve your quality of life by the following Improved cardio respiratory health Reduced body fat Increased muscular endurance and strength Reduced blood pressure Increased flexibility Reduced stress Improved self-esteem Research journals say moderate intensity physical activity is safe for most healthy adults regardless of age

Experts have learned that doing something is better than nothing

SilverSneakerscopy

Muscular Strength amp Range of Movement

Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going fall session begins Thursday Septem-ber 1st

Tue amp Thurs 1030-1115 am LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson RATE Beginner to Medium intensity

Tune-ups Suspensions

Air Conditioning Service

Timing Belts Computer Diagnostic

Engine amp Transmission Replacements

723 North H Street Wellington KS 67152 (620) 326-7701

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION)

The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and

engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others

their age Boys and girls will compete separately from one another

PPK is intended to encourage youth participation and emphasize the

―FUN side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-

cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age deter-

mination date is December 31 2011

DAYDATE Sunday Sept 25

TIME 200 pm

AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls)

PRICE FREE

LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Fri Sept 23

(Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 30th Worden Park) WINTER SOFTBALL CLINIC

If you are planning on playing softball this next summer this

mid-season clinic is a must The clinic will include proper

throwing technique infield techniques base running and out-

field skills and hitting instruction Donlsquot be a player that only

practices two months out of the year keep it going all year to

be the all-star that you can be Registration deadline is Fri-

day Feb 17th 2012

DATES February 18th amp 19th 2012

DAYSTIME Feb 18th Saturday 100-230 pm

Feb 19th Sunday 200-330 pm

AGE 10-14

LOCATION Armory

INSTRUCTOR Carmen Hatfield

PRICE $40

DEADLINE Feb 17th 2012

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL

PITCHING CLINIC

COST $40 One Time Fee Paid to WRC at time

of Registration

WEEKLY

PRICE

DEPOSIT

$12 Per Class Paid (On Site) Directly to

Rhod Buser

$40 Made Payable to Rhod Buser to

Cover Any Missed Classes and is Paid

at the Time of Registration

INSTRUCTOR Oklahoma ASA Hall of Fame Rhod

Buser

DAYDATES Wednesdays November 2-March 7

WEDNESDAYS

AGE TIME

Beginner 9-10 400-500 pm

Intermediate 10-12 510-610 pm

Advanced 13-17 620-720 pm

Advanced 13-17 730-830 pm

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve

Reynolds is a second degree black belt and has studied for years

in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8

years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate

practiced in the Karate Kidlsquo movies Families are welcome and

encouraged

DAYSTIMES Saturdays 11-1230am

Tuesdays-700-830 pm

DATES Session 1 September (Sept 3rd-24th)

Session 2 October (Oct 1st-29th)

Session 3 November (Nov 5th-26th)

Session 4 December (Dec 3rd-31st)

AGE 8 yrs amp up

PRICE $20 a month per person -or-

$35 a month per family

INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

Program Registration Begins Monday August 29th

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This

league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to

play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football

There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old

division and a 9-12 year old division This program is open

to both boys and girls

DAYS Saturdays

DATES Sept 17-Oct 22

TIMES 9am-6-8 YR 10am-9-12 YR

LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

PRICE $25

DEADLINE September 2nd

Parent Meeting September 8-730pm WRC

Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group

Participants should arrive 15 min early to warm-up amp are re-

quired to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward

teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals

Alternate days are available THIS CLINIC WILL NOT BE

HELD IF ENROLLMENT NUMBERS ARE LESS THAN 18

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Volleyball

League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays

This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable

experience before they reach middle school and high school

DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October)

AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th (2 Teams per age group

if possible)

PRICE $30

DEADLINE Friday September 2nd 500PM

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE

Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC

youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goal heights

are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all

players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration

begins October 4

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru end of Feb

AGE DIVISIONS 1st amp 2nd graders

3rd amp 4th graders

5th amp 6th graders

PRICE

$30

$40 After Nov 11th Deadline

SKILL

ASSESMENT Sat Nov 19 at OLD JR HIGH

1000 AM 1st-2nd 1200 PM 3rd-6th

PLEASE REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 11th DEADLINE

Coaches Meeting 700 PM Thu Nov 17 Rec Center

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will

be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to

play basketball Instruction will be given on 8lsquo goals and junior

size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball

handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must

wear court shoes

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru Jan 28

TIME 900ndash 1000 am

AGE 5 year olds amp Kindergarten

PRICE $20

LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 30

REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday January 7

We Need Adults to help officiate and

coach basketball games

If you want to help the youth of the

community please give us a

call at 326-3323 Thanks

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Fall Festival amp Chili Cook-Off ~Oct 8th Heritage Park

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC this year and put at

the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls

will be provided The two cages may be used by calling

the WRC 326-3323 to set up times Prices are per person

per hour

PRICE Individuals $2000 an hour

3 or more people $10 ea per hr

TIME Sign up the WRC office

LOCATION Armory

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty

of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot

hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather

friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball

Supervision and balls are provided

DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 11 thru Mar 4

TIME

AGE

1230-330

Middle School-Adults

PRICE $1 per person (each visit)

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and

friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered

by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct

10 at 630 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Mondays Oct 17 thru Dec (End Date

depends on number of teams)

TIME Matches on 2 courts

630 720 810 amp 900 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $75 team

MIN 4 teams

LOCATION WHS Gym

Deadline Friday October 7th

Captainrsquos Meeting Monday Oct 10 630pm WRC

ADULT BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school

rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn

in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-

season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 8 thru March

TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 team

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

MIN 4 teams MAX 12 teams

Pre-Season Meeting Thurs Dec 15th 700pm WRC

Team rosters are due at or before this meeting

HOLIDAY BALL Donlsquot get bored over the holiday break The

WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other ac-

tion games and fun stuff Donlsquot miss out

Thanksgiving-

Wed Nov 23 amp Fri Nov25

Christmasndash

Dec 19-23 amp 26-30

100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

―Play is essential for life It is not

selective it is mandatory

-Dr O Carl Smith

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grand-parent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanks-giving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Go visit the newly renovated Regent Theatre and see a good movie

2 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 19th at the Memorial Auditorium on

3 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other fun events during the Fall Fest on Oct 8th at Heritage Park

4 Go to a home WHS football volleyball or basketball game this fall

5 Take your children and see a performance of ldquoWillie Wonka The Musicalrdquo performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Oct 21-23 the Jr High auditorium page 17

6 Grab your skate board and ride over the new Skate Park located at Sellers Park

7 Kidsndash come ldquoTrick or Treat Down The Streetrdquo downtown after school on Oct 29th page 16

8 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the Tennis Courts at Eisenhower Elemen-tary recently renovated by the WRC

9 Kids make a special gift at Santarsquos Workshop page 20

10 Elementary youth can attend Kidrsquos Club at the WRC on Monday Tuesday Thursday and Fridays after school

11 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trail at Worden Park

12 Go and play a fun and exciting round of Disc Golf at Donut Bay

13 Middle School students come to the Memorial Auditorium for Red Line Pizza Parties page 14

14 Take the family for a walk in the new land-scaped Stewartrsquos Park

15 Enjoy a Saturday night at Meadow Lanes for Glow Bowling from 9 pm to 12 am for $10 a person

16 Attend a WRC Youth Flag Football game page 8

17 Go to the Wellington Gold Course and hit a bucket of balls

18 Go fishing at Hargis Creek 19 Middle school kids come to the WRC and play

some pool video games and catch up with all your friends during Teen Center once a week

20 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Me-morial Auditorium on Dec 3rd Page 18

Enrollment is easy

Call 620-399-8100

Monday amp Thursday 900 ammdash700 pm Tuesday Wednesday amp Friday 900 ammdash400 pm

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRClsquos music system (CDlsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRClsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDlsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRClsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- Several options are available

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Program Registration Begins Monday August 29th

A amp W Restaurant

After School Program

Bank of Commerce

Big Cheese Pizza

Daylight Donut Shop

First National Bank

Fresh Start

Futures Unlimited

Hummingbird Printing

Kimball Insurance Agency

Mid-States Fitness

Equipment

Security State Bank

Sumner Communications

Sunflower Screen Printing

Susanrsquos Portrait Designs

TECT

Wellington Wheel amp

Alignment

ZUMBA FITNESS Zumba Fitness is back this fall with unique combinations of energetic Latin dance and aerobics exercise that works almost every muscle in the body Join Certified Instructor Cindy Tracy for routines featuring aerobicfitness interval training with fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body for an incredible workout

DAYS Monday amp Thursday Session 1 Sept 26-Oct 20 Session 2 Oct 24-Nov 17 Session 3 Nov21-Dec 19 no class 1124 TIME 715-800 pm PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 RATE Beginner to high intensity

BUTZ amp GUTZ This core conditioning class will focus on the front and rear of core stability using Pilates Pilates exercises use the exciting combination of yoga flexibility training and strength training

DAYS Saturday Session 1 Oct 1-22 Session 2 Oct 29-Nov 19 Session 3 Nov26-Dec 17 TIME 9-945 am PRICE $12 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black LOCATION Memorial Auditorium MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 RATE Beginner to High intensity

TWO FREE weeks of Fitness classes Mon-Sat Sept 12th - Sept 24th

Register in advance at the WRC Free classes include all classes listed on this page

TUESDAY amp THURSDAY CLASSES Session 1 Sept 27-Oct 20 Session 2 Oct 25-Nov 17 Session 3 Nov22-Dec 20 no class 1124

SUPER SET CONDITIONING This class is designed to challenge your body with a cardio workout and strength equipment that promotes lean muscle mass This fast paced strength class utilizes a wide range of equipment including kickboxing resis-tance bands and free weights with access the Fitness Center on Saturdays with a prescribed workout

TIME 530mdash630 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 RATE Beginner to high intensity

GENTLE YOGA Explore gentle movements to increase flexibility strength and well-being Students are led through stretches yoga postures and breathing practices then guided into deep relaxation with experienced Yoga Instructor Sadie Black Ideal for those with chronic pain or stress illness or in-jury All fitness levels welcome Leave your troubles be-hind wear comfortable clothing and join us for 45 min-utes of revitalization

TIME 645mdash730 pm PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black LOCATION Memorial Auditorium MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 RATE Beginner to high intensity

Join Debbie Murphy each Saturday at 8 am at the Fitness Center for a FREE Boot Camp The only requirement is for participants to be members of the Fitness Center The camp will help build

the strength power and speed you need to get the results you desire Camp begins Saturday September 10th

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jenifer Kinyon experienced instructor with The Turning Pointe in this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Stu-dents will also be introduced to rolls handstands cartwheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace

DAY Wednesday DATE Oct19-Nov 9 DAYTIME 530-615 pm AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1200 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

LIFETIME EXERCISE Low impact aerobics and stretching is the focus of this class for senior men and women who want to improve their endurance muscle tone and maintain their weight

DAYS Mondays amp Wednesdays Session 1 Oct 3-26 Session 2 Nov 7-30

TIME 900-945 am PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Lora Topinka MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25

BIGGEST LOSER If you have struggled to lose weight or maintain the size you want to be let us help The Biggest Loser is back this fall with weekly support meetings and weigh-ins Donrsquot miss out sign up today

DAY Thursdays DATE Sept 8-Dec 15 TIME 645-730 pm PRICE $22 fall entry fee INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy LOCATION Rec Center MIN 7 MAX 25 All participants must be a member of the Fitness Center

FITNESS COUPONS Are you one of those who would like to take a fitness class but have a crazy schedule and hate to pay for classes you missed The WRC has a solution just for you WRC Fitness Coupons may be purchased this fall at the Recreation Center office during office hours Coupons are $3 each and may be pur-chased in singles or any quantity you desire

Membership Fees for Residents

In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months

Single $25 $115 $184

Family $43 $195 $299

Senior $18 $ 86 $138

Senior Family $33 $146 $224

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or guardianrsquos signa-ture and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physicianrsquos signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between Thanksgiving and

Christmas and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid Fitness Center

membership Sign up with the Fitness Center

Supervisor Fee is $5

FREE FITNESS CENTER

MEMBERSHIP CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

have used our facility in a continuous

basis throughout the years This fall we will

have a drawing from our FC memberships

One lucky member will receive a FREE

Quarterly Membership To qualify you

must be a member for at least three con-

secutive quarters

TIPS FOR STAYING ON TRACK Keep track of the activities you do Write them in a log book or on your calendar Review your progress from time to time Let your success motivate you and donrsquot forget to reward yourself when you attain your goals A regular workout schedule may help to motivate you to continue with your fitness program As incentive look to the positive results more energy increased muscle mass endurance and tone less body fat improved health that could reduce the risk of cardiovascular dis-eases high blood pressure and obesity and greater re-sistance to stress and fatigue

PERSONAL TRAINING Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experience assisting patrons with their fit-ness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assessments (Fit Tests) geared toward determining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Center to schedule an appointment 326-3435

AGE 16-Adults PRICE $2500 per hour INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CPT LOCATION Fitness Center

FITNESS MISSION The Wellington Recreation Commission is proud to offer a variety of fitness classes to benefit your body and mind The classes offered on the following pages are designed to provide safe and effective workouts based on the latest fitness trends and research Our talented staff are trained and dedicated to provide quality up-to-date instruction The programs can improve your quality of life by the following Improved cardio respiratory health Reduced body fat Increased muscular endurance and strength Reduced blood pressure Increased flexibility Reduced stress Improved self-esteem Research journals say moderate intensity physical activity is safe for most healthy adults regardless of age

Experts have learned that doing something is better than nothing

SilverSneakerscopy

Muscular Strength amp Range of Movement

Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going fall session begins Thursday Septem-ber 1st

Tue amp Thurs 1030-1115 am LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson RATE Beginner to Medium intensity

Tune-ups Suspensions

Air Conditioning Service

Timing Belts Computer Diagnostic

Engine amp Transmission Replacements

723 North H Street Wellington KS 67152 (620) 326-7701

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION)

The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and

engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others

their age Boys and girls will compete separately from one another

PPK is intended to encourage youth participation and emphasize the

―FUN side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-

cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age deter-

mination date is December 31 2011

DAYDATE Sunday Sept 25

TIME 200 pm

AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls)

PRICE FREE

LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Fri Sept 23

(Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 30th Worden Park) WINTER SOFTBALL CLINIC

If you are planning on playing softball this next summer this

mid-season clinic is a must The clinic will include proper

throwing technique infield techniques base running and out-

field skills and hitting instruction Donlsquot be a player that only

practices two months out of the year keep it going all year to

be the all-star that you can be Registration deadline is Fri-

day Feb 17th 2012

DATES February 18th amp 19th 2012

DAYSTIME Feb 18th Saturday 100-230 pm

Feb 19th Sunday 200-330 pm

AGE 10-14

LOCATION Armory

INSTRUCTOR Carmen Hatfield

PRICE $40

DEADLINE Feb 17th 2012

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL

PITCHING CLINIC

COST $40 One Time Fee Paid to WRC at time

of Registration

WEEKLY

PRICE

DEPOSIT

$12 Per Class Paid (On Site) Directly to

Rhod Buser

$40 Made Payable to Rhod Buser to

Cover Any Missed Classes and is Paid

at the Time of Registration

INSTRUCTOR Oklahoma ASA Hall of Fame Rhod

Buser

DAYDATES Wednesdays November 2-March 7

WEDNESDAYS

AGE TIME

Beginner 9-10 400-500 pm

Intermediate 10-12 510-610 pm

Advanced 13-17 620-720 pm

Advanced 13-17 730-830 pm

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve

Reynolds is a second degree black belt and has studied for years

in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8

years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate

practiced in the Karate Kidlsquo movies Families are welcome and

encouraged

DAYSTIMES Saturdays 11-1230am

Tuesdays-700-830 pm

DATES Session 1 September (Sept 3rd-24th)

Session 2 October (Oct 1st-29th)

Session 3 November (Nov 5th-26th)

Session 4 December (Dec 3rd-31st)

AGE 8 yrs amp up

PRICE $20 a month per person -or-

$35 a month per family

INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

Program Registration Begins Monday August 29th

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This

league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to

play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football

There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old

division and a 9-12 year old division This program is open

to both boys and girls

DAYS Saturdays

DATES Sept 17-Oct 22

TIMES 9am-6-8 YR 10am-9-12 YR

LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

PRICE $25

DEADLINE September 2nd

Parent Meeting September 8-730pm WRC

Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group

Participants should arrive 15 min early to warm-up amp are re-

quired to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward

teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals

Alternate days are available THIS CLINIC WILL NOT BE

HELD IF ENROLLMENT NUMBERS ARE LESS THAN 18

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Volleyball

League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays

This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable

experience before they reach middle school and high school

DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October)

AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th (2 Teams per age group

if possible)

PRICE $30

DEADLINE Friday September 2nd 500PM

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE

Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC

youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goal heights

are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all

players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration

begins October 4

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru end of Feb

AGE DIVISIONS 1st amp 2nd graders

3rd amp 4th graders

5th amp 6th graders

PRICE

$30

$40 After Nov 11th Deadline

SKILL

ASSESMENT Sat Nov 19 at OLD JR HIGH

1000 AM 1st-2nd 1200 PM 3rd-6th

PLEASE REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 11th DEADLINE

Coaches Meeting 700 PM Thu Nov 17 Rec Center

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will

be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to

play basketball Instruction will be given on 8lsquo goals and junior

size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball

handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must

wear court shoes

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru Jan 28

TIME 900ndash 1000 am

AGE 5 year olds amp Kindergarten

PRICE $20

LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 30

REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday January 7

We Need Adults to help officiate and

coach basketball games

If you want to help the youth of the

community please give us a

call at 326-3323 Thanks

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Fall Festival amp Chili Cook-Off ~Oct 8th Heritage Park

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC this year and put at

the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls

will be provided The two cages may be used by calling

the WRC 326-3323 to set up times Prices are per person

per hour

PRICE Individuals $2000 an hour

3 or more people $10 ea per hr

TIME Sign up the WRC office

LOCATION Armory

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty

of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot

hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather

friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball

Supervision and balls are provided

DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 11 thru Mar 4

TIME

AGE

1230-330

Middle School-Adults

PRICE $1 per person (each visit)

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and

friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered

by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct

10 at 630 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Mondays Oct 17 thru Dec (End Date

depends on number of teams)

TIME Matches on 2 courts

630 720 810 amp 900 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $75 team

MIN 4 teams

LOCATION WHS Gym

Deadline Friday October 7th

Captainrsquos Meeting Monday Oct 10 630pm WRC

ADULT BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school

rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn

in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-

season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 8 thru March

TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 team

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

MIN 4 teams MAX 12 teams

Pre-Season Meeting Thurs Dec 15th 700pm WRC

Team rosters are due at or before this meeting

HOLIDAY BALL Donlsquot get bored over the holiday break The

WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other ac-

tion games and fun stuff Donlsquot miss out

Thanksgiving-

Wed Nov 23 amp Fri Nov25

Christmasndash

Dec 19-23 amp 26-30

100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

―Play is essential for life It is not

selective it is mandatory

-Dr O Carl Smith

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grand-parent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanks-giving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Go visit the newly renovated Regent Theatre and see a good movie

2 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 19th at the Memorial Auditorium on

3 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other fun events during the Fall Fest on Oct 8th at Heritage Park

4 Go to a home WHS football volleyball or basketball game this fall

5 Take your children and see a performance of ldquoWillie Wonka The Musicalrdquo performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Oct 21-23 the Jr High auditorium page 17

6 Grab your skate board and ride over the new Skate Park located at Sellers Park

7 Kidsndash come ldquoTrick or Treat Down The Streetrdquo downtown after school on Oct 29th page 16

8 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the Tennis Courts at Eisenhower Elemen-tary recently renovated by the WRC

9 Kids make a special gift at Santarsquos Workshop page 20

10 Elementary youth can attend Kidrsquos Club at the WRC on Monday Tuesday Thursday and Fridays after school

11 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trail at Worden Park

12 Go and play a fun and exciting round of Disc Golf at Donut Bay

13 Middle School students come to the Memorial Auditorium for Red Line Pizza Parties page 14

14 Take the family for a walk in the new land-scaped Stewartrsquos Park

15 Enjoy a Saturday night at Meadow Lanes for Glow Bowling from 9 pm to 12 am for $10 a person

16 Attend a WRC Youth Flag Football game page 8

17 Go to the Wellington Gold Course and hit a bucket of balls

18 Go fishing at Hargis Creek 19 Middle school kids come to the WRC and play

some pool video games and catch up with all your friends during Teen Center once a week

20 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Me-morial Auditorium on Dec 3rd Page 18

Enrollment is easy

Call 620-399-8100

Monday amp Thursday 900 ammdash700 pm Tuesday Wednesday amp Friday 900 ammdash400 pm

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRClsquos music system (CDlsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRClsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDlsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRClsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- Several options are available

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

ZUMBA FITNESS Zumba Fitness is back this fall with unique combinations of energetic Latin dance and aerobics exercise that works almost every muscle in the body Join Certified Instructor Cindy Tracy for routines featuring aerobicfitness interval training with fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body for an incredible workout

DAYS Monday amp Thursday Session 1 Sept 26-Oct 20 Session 2 Oct 24-Nov 17 Session 3 Nov21-Dec 19 no class 1124 TIME 715-800 pm PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 RATE Beginner to high intensity

BUTZ amp GUTZ This core conditioning class will focus on the front and rear of core stability using Pilates Pilates exercises use the exciting combination of yoga flexibility training and strength training

DAYS Saturday Session 1 Oct 1-22 Session 2 Oct 29-Nov 19 Session 3 Nov26-Dec 17 TIME 9-945 am PRICE $12 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black LOCATION Memorial Auditorium MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 RATE Beginner to High intensity

TWO FREE weeks of Fitness classes Mon-Sat Sept 12th - Sept 24th

Register in advance at the WRC Free classes include all classes listed on this page

TUESDAY amp THURSDAY CLASSES Session 1 Sept 27-Oct 20 Session 2 Oct 25-Nov 17 Session 3 Nov22-Dec 20 no class 1124

SUPER SET CONDITIONING This class is designed to challenge your body with a cardio workout and strength equipment that promotes lean muscle mass This fast paced strength class utilizes a wide range of equipment including kickboxing resis-tance bands and free weights with access the Fitness Center on Saturdays with a prescribed workout

TIME 530mdash630 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 RATE Beginner to high intensity

GENTLE YOGA Explore gentle movements to increase flexibility strength and well-being Students are led through stretches yoga postures and breathing practices then guided into deep relaxation with experienced Yoga Instructor Sadie Black Ideal for those with chronic pain or stress illness or in-jury All fitness levels welcome Leave your troubles be-hind wear comfortable clothing and join us for 45 min-utes of revitalization

TIME 645mdash730 pm PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black LOCATION Memorial Auditorium MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 RATE Beginner to high intensity

Join Debbie Murphy each Saturday at 8 am at the Fitness Center for a FREE Boot Camp The only requirement is for participants to be members of the Fitness Center The camp will help build

the strength power and speed you need to get the results you desire Camp begins Saturday September 10th

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jenifer Kinyon experienced instructor with The Turning Pointe in this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Stu-dents will also be introduced to rolls handstands cartwheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace

DAY Wednesday DATE Oct19-Nov 9 DAYTIME 530-615 pm AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1200 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

LIFETIME EXERCISE Low impact aerobics and stretching is the focus of this class for senior men and women who want to improve their endurance muscle tone and maintain their weight

DAYS Mondays amp Wednesdays Session 1 Oct 3-26 Session 2 Nov 7-30

TIME 900-945 am PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Lora Topinka MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25

BIGGEST LOSER If you have struggled to lose weight or maintain the size you want to be let us help The Biggest Loser is back this fall with weekly support meetings and weigh-ins Donrsquot miss out sign up today

DAY Thursdays DATE Sept 8-Dec 15 TIME 645-730 pm PRICE $22 fall entry fee INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy LOCATION Rec Center MIN 7 MAX 25 All participants must be a member of the Fitness Center

FITNESS COUPONS Are you one of those who would like to take a fitness class but have a crazy schedule and hate to pay for classes you missed The WRC has a solution just for you WRC Fitness Coupons may be purchased this fall at the Recreation Center office during office hours Coupons are $3 each and may be pur-chased in singles or any quantity you desire

Membership Fees for Residents

In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months

Single $25 $115 $184

Family $43 $195 $299

Senior $18 $ 86 $138

Senior Family $33 $146 $224

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or guardianrsquos signa-ture and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physicianrsquos signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between Thanksgiving and

Christmas and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid Fitness Center

membership Sign up with the Fitness Center

Supervisor Fee is $5

FREE FITNESS CENTER

MEMBERSHIP CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

have used our facility in a continuous

basis throughout the years This fall we will

have a drawing from our FC memberships

One lucky member will receive a FREE

Quarterly Membership To qualify you

must be a member for at least three con-

secutive quarters

TIPS FOR STAYING ON TRACK Keep track of the activities you do Write them in a log book or on your calendar Review your progress from time to time Let your success motivate you and donrsquot forget to reward yourself when you attain your goals A regular workout schedule may help to motivate you to continue with your fitness program As incentive look to the positive results more energy increased muscle mass endurance and tone less body fat improved health that could reduce the risk of cardiovascular dis-eases high blood pressure and obesity and greater re-sistance to stress and fatigue

PERSONAL TRAINING Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experience assisting patrons with their fit-ness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assessments (Fit Tests) geared toward determining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Center to schedule an appointment 326-3435

AGE 16-Adults PRICE $2500 per hour INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CPT LOCATION Fitness Center

FITNESS MISSION The Wellington Recreation Commission is proud to offer a variety of fitness classes to benefit your body and mind The classes offered on the following pages are designed to provide safe and effective workouts based on the latest fitness trends and research Our talented staff are trained and dedicated to provide quality up-to-date instruction The programs can improve your quality of life by the following Improved cardio respiratory health Reduced body fat Increased muscular endurance and strength Reduced blood pressure Increased flexibility Reduced stress Improved self-esteem Research journals say moderate intensity physical activity is safe for most healthy adults regardless of age

Experts have learned that doing something is better than nothing

SilverSneakerscopy

Muscular Strength amp Range of Movement

Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going fall session begins Thursday Septem-ber 1st

Tue amp Thurs 1030-1115 am LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson RATE Beginner to Medium intensity

Tune-ups Suspensions

Air Conditioning Service

Timing Belts Computer Diagnostic

Engine amp Transmission Replacements

723 North H Street Wellington KS 67152 (620) 326-7701

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION)

The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and

engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others

their age Boys and girls will compete separately from one another

PPK is intended to encourage youth participation and emphasize the

―FUN side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-

cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age deter-

mination date is December 31 2011

DAYDATE Sunday Sept 25

TIME 200 pm

AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls)

PRICE FREE

LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Fri Sept 23

(Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 30th Worden Park) WINTER SOFTBALL CLINIC

If you are planning on playing softball this next summer this

mid-season clinic is a must The clinic will include proper

throwing technique infield techniques base running and out-

field skills and hitting instruction Donlsquot be a player that only

practices two months out of the year keep it going all year to

be the all-star that you can be Registration deadline is Fri-

day Feb 17th 2012

DATES February 18th amp 19th 2012

DAYSTIME Feb 18th Saturday 100-230 pm

Feb 19th Sunday 200-330 pm

AGE 10-14

LOCATION Armory

INSTRUCTOR Carmen Hatfield

PRICE $40

DEADLINE Feb 17th 2012

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL

PITCHING CLINIC

COST $40 One Time Fee Paid to WRC at time

of Registration

WEEKLY

PRICE

DEPOSIT

$12 Per Class Paid (On Site) Directly to

Rhod Buser

$40 Made Payable to Rhod Buser to

Cover Any Missed Classes and is Paid

at the Time of Registration

INSTRUCTOR Oklahoma ASA Hall of Fame Rhod

Buser

DAYDATES Wednesdays November 2-March 7

WEDNESDAYS

AGE TIME

Beginner 9-10 400-500 pm

Intermediate 10-12 510-610 pm

Advanced 13-17 620-720 pm

Advanced 13-17 730-830 pm

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve

Reynolds is a second degree black belt and has studied for years

in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8

years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate

practiced in the Karate Kidlsquo movies Families are welcome and

encouraged

DAYSTIMES Saturdays 11-1230am

Tuesdays-700-830 pm

DATES Session 1 September (Sept 3rd-24th)

Session 2 October (Oct 1st-29th)

Session 3 November (Nov 5th-26th)

Session 4 December (Dec 3rd-31st)

AGE 8 yrs amp up

PRICE $20 a month per person -or-

$35 a month per family

INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

Program Registration Begins Monday August 29th

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This

league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to

play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football

There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old

division and a 9-12 year old division This program is open

to both boys and girls

DAYS Saturdays

DATES Sept 17-Oct 22

TIMES 9am-6-8 YR 10am-9-12 YR

LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

PRICE $25

DEADLINE September 2nd

Parent Meeting September 8-730pm WRC

Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group

Participants should arrive 15 min early to warm-up amp are re-

quired to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward

teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals

Alternate days are available THIS CLINIC WILL NOT BE

HELD IF ENROLLMENT NUMBERS ARE LESS THAN 18

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Volleyball

League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays

This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable

experience before they reach middle school and high school

DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October)

AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th (2 Teams per age group

if possible)

PRICE $30

DEADLINE Friday September 2nd 500PM

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE

Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC

youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goal heights

are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all

players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration

begins October 4

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru end of Feb

AGE DIVISIONS 1st amp 2nd graders

3rd amp 4th graders

5th amp 6th graders

PRICE

$30

$40 After Nov 11th Deadline

SKILL

ASSESMENT Sat Nov 19 at OLD JR HIGH

1000 AM 1st-2nd 1200 PM 3rd-6th

PLEASE REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 11th DEADLINE

Coaches Meeting 700 PM Thu Nov 17 Rec Center

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will

be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to

play basketball Instruction will be given on 8lsquo goals and junior

size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball

handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must

wear court shoes

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru Jan 28

TIME 900ndash 1000 am

AGE 5 year olds amp Kindergarten

PRICE $20

LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 30

REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday January 7

We Need Adults to help officiate and

coach basketball games

If you want to help the youth of the

community please give us a

call at 326-3323 Thanks

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Fall Festival amp Chili Cook-Off ~Oct 8th Heritage Park

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC this year and put at

the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls

will be provided The two cages may be used by calling

the WRC 326-3323 to set up times Prices are per person

per hour

PRICE Individuals $2000 an hour

3 or more people $10 ea per hr

TIME Sign up the WRC office

LOCATION Armory

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty

of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot

hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather

friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball

Supervision and balls are provided

DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 11 thru Mar 4

TIME

AGE

1230-330

Middle School-Adults

PRICE $1 per person (each visit)

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and

friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered

by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct

10 at 630 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Mondays Oct 17 thru Dec (End Date

depends on number of teams)

TIME Matches on 2 courts

630 720 810 amp 900 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $75 team

MIN 4 teams

LOCATION WHS Gym

Deadline Friday October 7th

Captainrsquos Meeting Monday Oct 10 630pm WRC

ADULT BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school

rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn

in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-

season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 8 thru March

TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 team

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

MIN 4 teams MAX 12 teams

Pre-Season Meeting Thurs Dec 15th 700pm WRC

Team rosters are due at or before this meeting

HOLIDAY BALL Donlsquot get bored over the holiday break The

WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other ac-

tion games and fun stuff Donlsquot miss out

Thanksgiving-

Wed Nov 23 amp Fri Nov25

Christmasndash

Dec 19-23 amp 26-30

100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

―Play is essential for life It is not

selective it is mandatory

-Dr O Carl Smith

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grand-parent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanks-giving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Go visit the newly renovated Regent Theatre and see a good movie

2 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 19th at the Memorial Auditorium on

3 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other fun events during the Fall Fest on Oct 8th at Heritage Park

4 Go to a home WHS football volleyball or basketball game this fall

5 Take your children and see a performance of ldquoWillie Wonka The Musicalrdquo performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Oct 21-23 the Jr High auditorium page 17

6 Grab your skate board and ride over the new Skate Park located at Sellers Park

7 Kidsndash come ldquoTrick or Treat Down The Streetrdquo downtown after school on Oct 29th page 16

8 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the Tennis Courts at Eisenhower Elemen-tary recently renovated by the WRC

9 Kids make a special gift at Santarsquos Workshop page 20

10 Elementary youth can attend Kidrsquos Club at the WRC on Monday Tuesday Thursday and Fridays after school

11 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trail at Worden Park

12 Go and play a fun and exciting round of Disc Golf at Donut Bay

13 Middle School students come to the Memorial Auditorium for Red Line Pizza Parties page 14

14 Take the family for a walk in the new land-scaped Stewartrsquos Park

15 Enjoy a Saturday night at Meadow Lanes for Glow Bowling from 9 pm to 12 am for $10 a person

16 Attend a WRC Youth Flag Football game page 8

17 Go to the Wellington Gold Course and hit a bucket of balls

18 Go fishing at Hargis Creek 19 Middle school kids come to the WRC and play

some pool video games and catch up with all your friends during Teen Center once a week

20 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Me-morial Auditorium on Dec 3rd Page 18

Enrollment is easy

Call 620-399-8100

Monday amp Thursday 900 ammdash700 pm Tuesday Wednesday amp Friday 900 ammdash400 pm

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRClsquos music system (CDlsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRClsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDlsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRClsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- Several options are available

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jenifer Kinyon experienced instructor with The Turning Pointe in this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Stu-dents will also be introduced to rolls handstands cartwheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace

DAY Wednesday DATE Oct19-Nov 9 DAYTIME 530-615 pm AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1200 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

LIFETIME EXERCISE Low impact aerobics and stretching is the focus of this class for senior men and women who want to improve their endurance muscle tone and maintain their weight

DAYS Mondays amp Wednesdays Session 1 Oct 3-26 Session 2 Nov 7-30

TIME 900-945 am PRICE $20 INSTRUCTOR Lora Topinka MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25

BIGGEST LOSER If you have struggled to lose weight or maintain the size you want to be let us help The Biggest Loser is back this fall with weekly support meetings and weigh-ins Donrsquot miss out sign up today

DAY Thursdays DATE Sept 8-Dec 15 TIME 645-730 pm PRICE $22 fall entry fee INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy LOCATION Rec Center MIN 7 MAX 25 All participants must be a member of the Fitness Center

FITNESS COUPONS Are you one of those who would like to take a fitness class but have a crazy schedule and hate to pay for classes you missed The WRC has a solution just for you WRC Fitness Coupons may be purchased this fall at the Recreation Center office during office hours Coupons are $3 each and may be pur-chased in singles or any quantity you desire

Membership Fees for Residents

In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months

Single $25 $115 $184

Family $43 $195 $299

Senior $18 $ 86 $138

Senior Family $33 $146 $224

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or guardianrsquos signa-ture and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physicianrsquos signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between Thanksgiving and

Christmas and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid Fitness Center

membership Sign up with the Fitness Center

Supervisor Fee is $5

FREE FITNESS CENTER

MEMBERSHIP CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

have used our facility in a continuous

basis throughout the years This fall we will

have a drawing from our FC memberships

One lucky member will receive a FREE

Quarterly Membership To qualify you

must be a member for at least three con-

secutive quarters

TIPS FOR STAYING ON TRACK Keep track of the activities you do Write them in a log book or on your calendar Review your progress from time to time Let your success motivate you and donrsquot forget to reward yourself when you attain your goals A regular workout schedule may help to motivate you to continue with your fitness program As incentive look to the positive results more energy increased muscle mass endurance and tone less body fat improved health that could reduce the risk of cardiovascular dis-eases high blood pressure and obesity and greater re-sistance to stress and fatigue

PERSONAL TRAINING Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experience assisting patrons with their fit-ness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assessments (Fit Tests) geared toward determining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Center to schedule an appointment 326-3435

AGE 16-Adults PRICE $2500 per hour INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CPT LOCATION Fitness Center

FITNESS MISSION The Wellington Recreation Commission is proud to offer a variety of fitness classes to benefit your body and mind The classes offered on the following pages are designed to provide safe and effective workouts based on the latest fitness trends and research Our talented staff are trained and dedicated to provide quality up-to-date instruction The programs can improve your quality of life by the following Improved cardio respiratory health Reduced body fat Increased muscular endurance and strength Reduced blood pressure Increased flexibility Reduced stress Improved self-esteem Research journals say moderate intensity physical activity is safe for most healthy adults regardless of age

Experts have learned that doing something is better than nothing

SilverSneakerscopy

Muscular Strength amp Range of Movement

Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going fall session begins Thursday Septem-ber 1st

Tue amp Thurs 1030-1115 am LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson RATE Beginner to Medium intensity

Tune-ups Suspensions

Air Conditioning Service

Timing Belts Computer Diagnostic

Engine amp Transmission Replacements

723 North H Street Wellington KS 67152 (620) 326-7701

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION)

The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and

engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others

their age Boys and girls will compete separately from one another

PPK is intended to encourage youth participation and emphasize the

―FUN side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-

cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age deter-

mination date is December 31 2011

DAYDATE Sunday Sept 25

TIME 200 pm

AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls)

PRICE FREE

LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Fri Sept 23

(Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 30th Worden Park) WINTER SOFTBALL CLINIC

If you are planning on playing softball this next summer this

mid-season clinic is a must The clinic will include proper

throwing technique infield techniques base running and out-

field skills and hitting instruction Donlsquot be a player that only

practices two months out of the year keep it going all year to

be the all-star that you can be Registration deadline is Fri-

day Feb 17th 2012

DATES February 18th amp 19th 2012

DAYSTIME Feb 18th Saturday 100-230 pm

Feb 19th Sunday 200-330 pm

AGE 10-14

LOCATION Armory

INSTRUCTOR Carmen Hatfield

PRICE $40

DEADLINE Feb 17th 2012

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL

PITCHING CLINIC

COST $40 One Time Fee Paid to WRC at time

of Registration

WEEKLY

PRICE

DEPOSIT

$12 Per Class Paid (On Site) Directly to

Rhod Buser

$40 Made Payable to Rhod Buser to

Cover Any Missed Classes and is Paid

at the Time of Registration

INSTRUCTOR Oklahoma ASA Hall of Fame Rhod

Buser

DAYDATES Wednesdays November 2-March 7

WEDNESDAYS

AGE TIME

Beginner 9-10 400-500 pm

Intermediate 10-12 510-610 pm

Advanced 13-17 620-720 pm

Advanced 13-17 730-830 pm

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve

Reynolds is a second degree black belt and has studied for years

in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8

years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate

practiced in the Karate Kidlsquo movies Families are welcome and

encouraged

DAYSTIMES Saturdays 11-1230am

Tuesdays-700-830 pm

DATES Session 1 September (Sept 3rd-24th)

Session 2 October (Oct 1st-29th)

Session 3 November (Nov 5th-26th)

Session 4 December (Dec 3rd-31st)

AGE 8 yrs amp up

PRICE $20 a month per person -or-

$35 a month per family

INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

Program Registration Begins Monday August 29th

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This

league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to

play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football

There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old

division and a 9-12 year old division This program is open

to both boys and girls

DAYS Saturdays

DATES Sept 17-Oct 22

TIMES 9am-6-8 YR 10am-9-12 YR

LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

PRICE $25

DEADLINE September 2nd

Parent Meeting September 8-730pm WRC

Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group

Participants should arrive 15 min early to warm-up amp are re-

quired to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward

teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals

Alternate days are available THIS CLINIC WILL NOT BE

HELD IF ENROLLMENT NUMBERS ARE LESS THAN 18

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Volleyball

League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays

This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable

experience before they reach middle school and high school

DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October)

AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th (2 Teams per age group

if possible)

PRICE $30

DEADLINE Friday September 2nd 500PM

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE

Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC

youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goal heights

are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all

players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration

begins October 4

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru end of Feb

AGE DIVISIONS 1st amp 2nd graders

3rd amp 4th graders

5th amp 6th graders

PRICE

$30

$40 After Nov 11th Deadline

SKILL

ASSESMENT Sat Nov 19 at OLD JR HIGH

1000 AM 1st-2nd 1200 PM 3rd-6th

PLEASE REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 11th DEADLINE

Coaches Meeting 700 PM Thu Nov 17 Rec Center

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will

be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to

play basketball Instruction will be given on 8lsquo goals and junior

size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball

handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must

wear court shoes

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru Jan 28

TIME 900ndash 1000 am

AGE 5 year olds amp Kindergarten

PRICE $20

LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 30

REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday January 7

We Need Adults to help officiate and

coach basketball games

If you want to help the youth of the

community please give us a

call at 326-3323 Thanks

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Fall Festival amp Chili Cook-Off ~Oct 8th Heritage Park

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC this year and put at

the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls

will be provided The two cages may be used by calling

the WRC 326-3323 to set up times Prices are per person

per hour

PRICE Individuals $2000 an hour

3 or more people $10 ea per hr

TIME Sign up the WRC office

LOCATION Armory

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty

of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot

hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather

friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball

Supervision and balls are provided

DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 11 thru Mar 4

TIME

AGE

1230-330

Middle School-Adults

PRICE $1 per person (each visit)

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and

friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered

by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct

10 at 630 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Mondays Oct 17 thru Dec (End Date

depends on number of teams)

TIME Matches on 2 courts

630 720 810 amp 900 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $75 team

MIN 4 teams

LOCATION WHS Gym

Deadline Friday October 7th

Captainrsquos Meeting Monday Oct 10 630pm WRC

ADULT BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school

rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn

in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-

season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 8 thru March

TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 team

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

MIN 4 teams MAX 12 teams

Pre-Season Meeting Thurs Dec 15th 700pm WRC

Team rosters are due at or before this meeting

HOLIDAY BALL Donlsquot get bored over the holiday break The

WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other ac-

tion games and fun stuff Donlsquot miss out

Thanksgiving-

Wed Nov 23 amp Fri Nov25

Christmasndash

Dec 19-23 amp 26-30

100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

―Play is essential for life It is not

selective it is mandatory

-Dr O Carl Smith

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grand-parent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanks-giving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Go visit the newly renovated Regent Theatre and see a good movie

2 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 19th at the Memorial Auditorium on

3 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other fun events during the Fall Fest on Oct 8th at Heritage Park

4 Go to a home WHS football volleyball or basketball game this fall

5 Take your children and see a performance of ldquoWillie Wonka The Musicalrdquo performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Oct 21-23 the Jr High auditorium page 17

6 Grab your skate board and ride over the new Skate Park located at Sellers Park

7 Kidsndash come ldquoTrick or Treat Down The Streetrdquo downtown after school on Oct 29th page 16

8 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the Tennis Courts at Eisenhower Elemen-tary recently renovated by the WRC

9 Kids make a special gift at Santarsquos Workshop page 20

10 Elementary youth can attend Kidrsquos Club at the WRC on Monday Tuesday Thursday and Fridays after school

11 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trail at Worden Park

12 Go and play a fun and exciting round of Disc Golf at Donut Bay

13 Middle School students come to the Memorial Auditorium for Red Line Pizza Parties page 14

14 Take the family for a walk in the new land-scaped Stewartrsquos Park

15 Enjoy a Saturday night at Meadow Lanes for Glow Bowling from 9 pm to 12 am for $10 a person

16 Attend a WRC Youth Flag Football game page 8

17 Go to the Wellington Gold Course and hit a bucket of balls

18 Go fishing at Hargis Creek 19 Middle school kids come to the WRC and play

some pool video games and catch up with all your friends during Teen Center once a week

20 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Me-morial Auditorium on Dec 3rd Page 18

Enrollment is easy

Call 620-399-8100

Monday amp Thursday 900 ammdash700 pm Tuesday Wednesday amp Friday 900 ammdash400 pm

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRClsquos music system (CDlsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRClsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDlsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRClsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- Several options are available

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Membership Fees for Residents

In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months

Single $25 $115 $184

Family $43 $195 $299

Senior $18 $ 86 $138

Senior Family $33 $146 $224

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or guardianrsquos signa-ture and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physicianrsquos signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between Thanksgiving and

Christmas and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid Fitness Center

membership Sign up with the Fitness Center

Supervisor Fee is $5

FREE FITNESS CENTER

MEMBERSHIP CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

have used our facility in a continuous

basis throughout the years This fall we will

have a drawing from our FC memberships

One lucky member will receive a FREE

Quarterly Membership To qualify you

must be a member for at least three con-

secutive quarters

TIPS FOR STAYING ON TRACK Keep track of the activities you do Write them in a log book or on your calendar Review your progress from time to time Let your success motivate you and donrsquot forget to reward yourself when you attain your goals A regular workout schedule may help to motivate you to continue with your fitness program As incentive look to the positive results more energy increased muscle mass endurance and tone less body fat improved health that could reduce the risk of cardiovascular dis-eases high blood pressure and obesity and greater re-sistance to stress and fatigue

PERSONAL TRAINING Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experience assisting patrons with their fit-ness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assessments (Fit Tests) geared toward determining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Center to schedule an appointment 326-3435

AGE 16-Adults PRICE $2500 per hour INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CPT LOCATION Fitness Center

FITNESS MISSION The Wellington Recreation Commission is proud to offer a variety of fitness classes to benefit your body and mind The classes offered on the following pages are designed to provide safe and effective workouts based on the latest fitness trends and research Our talented staff are trained and dedicated to provide quality up-to-date instruction The programs can improve your quality of life by the following Improved cardio respiratory health Reduced body fat Increased muscular endurance and strength Reduced blood pressure Increased flexibility Reduced stress Improved self-esteem Research journals say moderate intensity physical activity is safe for most healthy adults regardless of age

Experts have learned that doing something is better than nothing

SilverSneakerscopy

Muscular Strength amp Range of Movement

Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going fall session begins Thursday Septem-ber 1st

Tue amp Thurs 1030-1115 am LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson RATE Beginner to Medium intensity

Tune-ups Suspensions

Air Conditioning Service

Timing Belts Computer Diagnostic

Engine amp Transmission Replacements

723 North H Street Wellington KS 67152 (620) 326-7701

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION)

The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and

engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others

their age Boys and girls will compete separately from one another

PPK is intended to encourage youth participation and emphasize the

―FUN side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-

cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age deter-

mination date is December 31 2011

DAYDATE Sunday Sept 25

TIME 200 pm

AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls)

PRICE FREE

LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Fri Sept 23

(Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 30th Worden Park) WINTER SOFTBALL CLINIC

If you are planning on playing softball this next summer this

mid-season clinic is a must The clinic will include proper

throwing technique infield techniques base running and out-

field skills and hitting instruction Donlsquot be a player that only

practices two months out of the year keep it going all year to

be the all-star that you can be Registration deadline is Fri-

day Feb 17th 2012

DATES February 18th amp 19th 2012

DAYSTIME Feb 18th Saturday 100-230 pm

Feb 19th Sunday 200-330 pm

AGE 10-14

LOCATION Armory

INSTRUCTOR Carmen Hatfield

PRICE $40

DEADLINE Feb 17th 2012

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL

PITCHING CLINIC

COST $40 One Time Fee Paid to WRC at time

of Registration

WEEKLY

PRICE

DEPOSIT

$12 Per Class Paid (On Site) Directly to

Rhod Buser

$40 Made Payable to Rhod Buser to

Cover Any Missed Classes and is Paid

at the Time of Registration

INSTRUCTOR Oklahoma ASA Hall of Fame Rhod

Buser

DAYDATES Wednesdays November 2-March 7

WEDNESDAYS

AGE TIME

Beginner 9-10 400-500 pm

Intermediate 10-12 510-610 pm

Advanced 13-17 620-720 pm

Advanced 13-17 730-830 pm

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve

Reynolds is a second degree black belt and has studied for years

in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8

years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate

practiced in the Karate Kidlsquo movies Families are welcome and

encouraged

DAYSTIMES Saturdays 11-1230am

Tuesdays-700-830 pm

DATES Session 1 September (Sept 3rd-24th)

Session 2 October (Oct 1st-29th)

Session 3 November (Nov 5th-26th)

Session 4 December (Dec 3rd-31st)

AGE 8 yrs amp up

PRICE $20 a month per person -or-

$35 a month per family

INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

Program Registration Begins Monday August 29th

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This

league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to

play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football

There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old

division and a 9-12 year old division This program is open

to both boys and girls

DAYS Saturdays

DATES Sept 17-Oct 22

TIMES 9am-6-8 YR 10am-9-12 YR

LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

PRICE $25

DEADLINE September 2nd

Parent Meeting September 8-730pm WRC

Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group

Participants should arrive 15 min early to warm-up amp are re-

quired to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward

teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals

Alternate days are available THIS CLINIC WILL NOT BE

HELD IF ENROLLMENT NUMBERS ARE LESS THAN 18

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Volleyball

League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays

This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable

experience before they reach middle school and high school

DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October)

AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th (2 Teams per age group

if possible)

PRICE $30

DEADLINE Friday September 2nd 500PM

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE

Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC

youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goal heights

are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all

players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration

begins October 4

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru end of Feb

AGE DIVISIONS 1st amp 2nd graders

3rd amp 4th graders

5th amp 6th graders

PRICE

$30

$40 After Nov 11th Deadline

SKILL

ASSESMENT Sat Nov 19 at OLD JR HIGH

1000 AM 1st-2nd 1200 PM 3rd-6th

PLEASE REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 11th DEADLINE

Coaches Meeting 700 PM Thu Nov 17 Rec Center

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will

be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to

play basketball Instruction will be given on 8lsquo goals and junior

size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball

handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must

wear court shoes

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru Jan 28

TIME 900ndash 1000 am

AGE 5 year olds amp Kindergarten

PRICE $20

LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 30

REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday January 7

We Need Adults to help officiate and

coach basketball games

If you want to help the youth of the

community please give us a

call at 326-3323 Thanks

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Fall Festival amp Chili Cook-Off ~Oct 8th Heritage Park

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC this year and put at

the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls

will be provided The two cages may be used by calling

the WRC 326-3323 to set up times Prices are per person

per hour

PRICE Individuals $2000 an hour

3 or more people $10 ea per hr

TIME Sign up the WRC office

LOCATION Armory

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty

of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot

hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather

friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball

Supervision and balls are provided

DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 11 thru Mar 4

TIME

AGE

1230-330

Middle School-Adults

PRICE $1 per person (each visit)

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and

friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered

by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct

10 at 630 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Mondays Oct 17 thru Dec (End Date

depends on number of teams)

TIME Matches on 2 courts

630 720 810 amp 900 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $75 team

MIN 4 teams

LOCATION WHS Gym

Deadline Friday October 7th

Captainrsquos Meeting Monday Oct 10 630pm WRC

ADULT BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school

rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn

in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-

season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 8 thru March

TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 team

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

MIN 4 teams MAX 12 teams

Pre-Season Meeting Thurs Dec 15th 700pm WRC

Team rosters are due at or before this meeting

HOLIDAY BALL Donlsquot get bored over the holiday break The

WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other ac-

tion games and fun stuff Donlsquot miss out

Thanksgiving-

Wed Nov 23 amp Fri Nov25

Christmasndash

Dec 19-23 amp 26-30

100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

―Play is essential for life It is not

selective it is mandatory

-Dr O Carl Smith

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grand-parent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanks-giving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Go visit the newly renovated Regent Theatre and see a good movie

2 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 19th at the Memorial Auditorium on

3 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other fun events during the Fall Fest on Oct 8th at Heritage Park

4 Go to a home WHS football volleyball or basketball game this fall

5 Take your children and see a performance of ldquoWillie Wonka The Musicalrdquo performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Oct 21-23 the Jr High auditorium page 17

6 Grab your skate board and ride over the new Skate Park located at Sellers Park

7 Kidsndash come ldquoTrick or Treat Down The Streetrdquo downtown after school on Oct 29th page 16

8 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the Tennis Courts at Eisenhower Elemen-tary recently renovated by the WRC

9 Kids make a special gift at Santarsquos Workshop page 20

10 Elementary youth can attend Kidrsquos Club at the WRC on Monday Tuesday Thursday and Fridays after school

11 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trail at Worden Park

12 Go and play a fun and exciting round of Disc Golf at Donut Bay

13 Middle School students come to the Memorial Auditorium for Red Line Pizza Parties page 14

14 Take the family for a walk in the new land-scaped Stewartrsquos Park

15 Enjoy a Saturday night at Meadow Lanes for Glow Bowling from 9 pm to 12 am for $10 a person

16 Attend a WRC Youth Flag Football game page 8

17 Go to the Wellington Gold Course and hit a bucket of balls

18 Go fishing at Hargis Creek 19 Middle school kids come to the WRC and play

some pool video games and catch up with all your friends during Teen Center once a week

20 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Me-morial Auditorium on Dec 3rd Page 18

Enrollment is easy

Call 620-399-8100

Monday amp Thursday 900 ammdash700 pm Tuesday Wednesday amp Friday 900 ammdash400 pm

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRClsquos music system (CDlsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRClsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDlsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRClsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- Several options are available

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

TIPS FOR STAYING ON TRACK Keep track of the activities you do Write them in a log book or on your calendar Review your progress from time to time Let your success motivate you and donrsquot forget to reward yourself when you attain your goals A regular workout schedule may help to motivate you to continue with your fitness program As incentive look to the positive results more energy increased muscle mass endurance and tone less body fat improved health that could reduce the risk of cardiovascular dis-eases high blood pressure and obesity and greater re-sistance to stress and fatigue

PERSONAL TRAINING Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experience assisting patrons with their fit-ness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assessments (Fit Tests) geared toward determining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Center to schedule an appointment 326-3435

AGE 16-Adults PRICE $2500 per hour INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CPT LOCATION Fitness Center

FITNESS MISSION The Wellington Recreation Commission is proud to offer a variety of fitness classes to benefit your body and mind The classes offered on the following pages are designed to provide safe and effective workouts based on the latest fitness trends and research Our talented staff are trained and dedicated to provide quality up-to-date instruction The programs can improve your quality of life by the following Improved cardio respiratory health Reduced body fat Increased muscular endurance and strength Reduced blood pressure Increased flexibility Reduced stress Improved self-esteem Research journals say moderate intensity physical activity is safe for most healthy adults regardless of age

Experts have learned that doing something is better than nothing

SilverSneakerscopy

Muscular Strength amp Range of Movement

Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going fall session begins Thursday Septem-ber 1st

Tue amp Thurs 1030-1115 am LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson RATE Beginner to Medium intensity

Tune-ups Suspensions

Air Conditioning Service

Timing Belts Computer Diagnostic

Engine amp Transmission Replacements

723 North H Street Wellington KS 67152 (620) 326-7701

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION)

The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and

engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others

their age Boys and girls will compete separately from one another

PPK is intended to encourage youth participation and emphasize the

―FUN side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-

cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age deter-

mination date is December 31 2011

DAYDATE Sunday Sept 25

TIME 200 pm

AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls)

PRICE FREE

LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Fri Sept 23

(Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 30th Worden Park) WINTER SOFTBALL CLINIC

If you are planning on playing softball this next summer this

mid-season clinic is a must The clinic will include proper

throwing technique infield techniques base running and out-

field skills and hitting instruction Donlsquot be a player that only

practices two months out of the year keep it going all year to

be the all-star that you can be Registration deadline is Fri-

day Feb 17th 2012

DATES February 18th amp 19th 2012

DAYSTIME Feb 18th Saturday 100-230 pm

Feb 19th Sunday 200-330 pm

AGE 10-14

LOCATION Armory

INSTRUCTOR Carmen Hatfield

PRICE $40

DEADLINE Feb 17th 2012

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL

PITCHING CLINIC

COST $40 One Time Fee Paid to WRC at time

of Registration

WEEKLY

PRICE

DEPOSIT

$12 Per Class Paid (On Site) Directly to

Rhod Buser

$40 Made Payable to Rhod Buser to

Cover Any Missed Classes and is Paid

at the Time of Registration

INSTRUCTOR Oklahoma ASA Hall of Fame Rhod

Buser

DAYDATES Wednesdays November 2-March 7

WEDNESDAYS

AGE TIME

Beginner 9-10 400-500 pm

Intermediate 10-12 510-610 pm

Advanced 13-17 620-720 pm

Advanced 13-17 730-830 pm

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve

Reynolds is a second degree black belt and has studied for years

in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8

years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate

practiced in the Karate Kidlsquo movies Families are welcome and

encouraged

DAYSTIMES Saturdays 11-1230am

Tuesdays-700-830 pm

DATES Session 1 September (Sept 3rd-24th)

Session 2 October (Oct 1st-29th)

Session 3 November (Nov 5th-26th)

Session 4 December (Dec 3rd-31st)

AGE 8 yrs amp up

PRICE $20 a month per person -or-

$35 a month per family

INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

Program Registration Begins Monday August 29th

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This

league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to

play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football

There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old

division and a 9-12 year old division This program is open

to both boys and girls

DAYS Saturdays

DATES Sept 17-Oct 22

TIMES 9am-6-8 YR 10am-9-12 YR

LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

PRICE $25

DEADLINE September 2nd

Parent Meeting September 8-730pm WRC

Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group

Participants should arrive 15 min early to warm-up amp are re-

quired to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward

teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals

Alternate days are available THIS CLINIC WILL NOT BE

HELD IF ENROLLMENT NUMBERS ARE LESS THAN 18

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Volleyball

League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays

This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable

experience before they reach middle school and high school

DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October)

AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th (2 Teams per age group

if possible)

PRICE $30

DEADLINE Friday September 2nd 500PM

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE

Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC

youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goal heights

are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all

players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration

begins October 4

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru end of Feb

AGE DIVISIONS 1st amp 2nd graders

3rd amp 4th graders

5th amp 6th graders

PRICE

$30

$40 After Nov 11th Deadline

SKILL

ASSESMENT Sat Nov 19 at OLD JR HIGH

1000 AM 1st-2nd 1200 PM 3rd-6th

PLEASE REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 11th DEADLINE

Coaches Meeting 700 PM Thu Nov 17 Rec Center

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will

be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to

play basketball Instruction will be given on 8lsquo goals and junior

size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball

handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must

wear court shoes

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru Jan 28

TIME 900ndash 1000 am

AGE 5 year olds amp Kindergarten

PRICE $20

LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 30

REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday January 7

We Need Adults to help officiate and

coach basketball games

If you want to help the youth of the

community please give us a

call at 326-3323 Thanks

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Fall Festival amp Chili Cook-Off ~Oct 8th Heritage Park

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC this year and put at

the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls

will be provided The two cages may be used by calling

the WRC 326-3323 to set up times Prices are per person

per hour

PRICE Individuals $2000 an hour

3 or more people $10 ea per hr

TIME Sign up the WRC office

LOCATION Armory

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty

of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot

hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather

friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball

Supervision and balls are provided

DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 11 thru Mar 4

TIME

AGE

1230-330

Middle School-Adults

PRICE $1 per person (each visit)

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and

friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered

by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct

10 at 630 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Mondays Oct 17 thru Dec (End Date

depends on number of teams)

TIME Matches on 2 courts

630 720 810 amp 900 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $75 team

MIN 4 teams

LOCATION WHS Gym

Deadline Friday October 7th

Captainrsquos Meeting Monday Oct 10 630pm WRC

ADULT BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school

rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn

in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-

season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 8 thru March

TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 team

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

MIN 4 teams MAX 12 teams

Pre-Season Meeting Thurs Dec 15th 700pm WRC

Team rosters are due at or before this meeting

HOLIDAY BALL Donlsquot get bored over the holiday break The

WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other ac-

tion games and fun stuff Donlsquot miss out

Thanksgiving-

Wed Nov 23 amp Fri Nov25

Christmasndash

Dec 19-23 amp 26-30

100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

―Play is essential for life It is not

selective it is mandatory

-Dr O Carl Smith

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grand-parent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanks-giving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Go visit the newly renovated Regent Theatre and see a good movie

2 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 19th at the Memorial Auditorium on

3 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other fun events during the Fall Fest on Oct 8th at Heritage Park

4 Go to a home WHS football volleyball or basketball game this fall

5 Take your children and see a performance of ldquoWillie Wonka The Musicalrdquo performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Oct 21-23 the Jr High auditorium page 17

6 Grab your skate board and ride over the new Skate Park located at Sellers Park

7 Kidsndash come ldquoTrick or Treat Down The Streetrdquo downtown after school on Oct 29th page 16

8 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the Tennis Courts at Eisenhower Elemen-tary recently renovated by the WRC

9 Kids make a special gift at Santarsquos Workshop page 20

10 Elementary youth can attend Kidrsquos Club at the WRC on Monday Tuesday Thursday and Fridays after school

11 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trail at Worden Park

12 Go and play a fun and exciting round of Disc Golf at Donut Bay

13 Middle School students come to the Memorial Auditorium for Red Line Pizza Parties page 14

14 Take the family for a walk in the new land-scaped Stewartrsquos Park

15 Enjoy a Saturday night at Meadow Lanes for Glow Bowling from 9 pm to 12 am for $10 a person

16 Attend a WRC Youth Flag Football game page 8

17 Go to the Wellington Gold Course and hit a bucket of balls

18 Go fishing at Hargis Creek 19 Middle school kids come to the WRC and play

some pool video games and catch up with all your friends during Teen Center once a week

20 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Me-morial Auditorium on Dec 3rd Page 18

Enrollment is easy

Call 620-399-8100

Monday amp Thursday 900 ammdash700 pm Tuesday Wednesday amp Friday 900 ammdash400 pm

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRClsquos music system (CDlsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRClsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDlsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRClsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- Several options are available

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION)

The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and

engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others

their age Boys and girls will compete separately from one another

PPK is intended to encourage youth participation and emphasize the

―FUN side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-

cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age deter-

mination date is December 31 2011

DAYDATE Sunday Sept 25

TIME 200 pm

AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls)

PRICE FREE

LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Fri Sept 23

(Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 30th Worden Park) WINTER SOFTBALL CLINIC

If you are planning on playing softball this next summer this

mid-season clinic is a must The clinic will include proper

throwing technique infield techniques base running and out-

field skills and hitting instruction Donlsquot be a player that only

practices two months out of the year keep it going all year to

be the all-star that you can be Registration deadline is Fri-

day Feb 17th 2012

DATES February 18th amp 19th 2012

DAYSTIME Feb 18th Saturday 100-230 pm

Feb 19th Sunday 200-330 pm

AGE 10-14

LOCATION Armory

INSTRUCTOR Carmen Hatfield

PRICE $40

DEADLINE Feb 17th 2012

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL

PITCHING CLINIC

COST $40 One Time Fee Paid to WRC at time

of Registration

WEEKLY

PRICE

DEPOSIT

$12 Per Class Paid (On Site) Directly to

Rhod Buser

$40 Made Payable to Rhod Buser to

Cover Any Missed Classes and is Paid

at the Time of Registration

INSTRUCTOR Oklahoma ASA Hall of Fame Rhod

Buser

DAYDATES Wednesdays November 2-March 7

WEDNESDAYS

AGE TIME

Beginner 9-10 400-500 pm

Intermediate 10-12 510-610 pm

Advanced 13-17 620-720 pm

Advanced 13-17 730-830 pm

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve

Reynolds is a second degree black belt and has studied for years

in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8

years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate

practiced in the Karate Kidlsquo movies Families are welcome and

encouraged

DAYSTIMES Saturdays 11-1230am

Tuesdays-700-830 pm

DATES Session 1 September (Sept 3rd-24th)

Session 2 October (Oct 1st-29th)

Session 3 November (Nov 5th-26th)

Session 4 December (Dec 3rd-31st)

AGE 8 yrs amp up

PRICE $20 a month per person -or-

$35 a month per family

INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

Program Registration Begins Monday August 29th

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This

league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to

play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football

There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old

division and a 9-12 year old division This program is open

to both boys and girls

DAYS Saturdays

DATES Sept 17-Oct 22

TIMES 9am-6-8 YR 10am-9-12 YR

LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

PRICE $25

DEADLINE September 2nd

Parent Meeting September 8-730pm WRC

Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group

Participants should arrive 15 min early to warm-up amp are re-

quired to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward

teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals

Alternate days are available THIS CLINIC WILL NOT BE

HELD IF ENROLLMENT NUMBERS ARE LESS THAN 18

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Volleyball

League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays

This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable

experience before they reach middle school and high school

DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October)

AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th (2 Teams per age group

if possible)

PRICE $30

DEADLINE Friday September 2nd 500PM

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE

Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC

youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goal heights

are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all

players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration

begins October 4

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru end of Feb

AGE DIVISIONS 1st amp 2nd graders

3rd amp 4th graders

5th amp 6th graders

PRICE

$30

$40 After Nov 11th Deadline

SKILL

ASSESMENT Sat Nov 19 at OLD JR HIGH

1000 AM 1st-2nd 1200 PM 3rd-6th

PLEASE REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 11th DEADLINE

Coaches Meeting 700 PM Thu Nov 17 Rec Center

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will

be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to

play basketball Instruction will be given on 8lsquo goals and junior

size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball

handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must

wear court shoes

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru Jan 28

TIME 900ndash 1000 am

AGE 5 year olds amp Kindergarten

PRICE $20

LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 30

REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday January 7

We Need Adults to help officiate and

coach basketball games

If you want to help the youth of the

community please give us a

call at 326-3323 Thanks

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Fall Festival amp Chili Cook-Off ~Oct 8th Heritage Park

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC this year and put at

the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls

will be provided The two cages may be used by calling

the WRC 326-3323 to set up times Prices are per person

per hour

PRICE Individuals $2000 an hour

3 or more people $10 ea per hr

TIME Sign up the WRC office

LOCATION Armory

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty

of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot

hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather

friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball

Supervision and balls are provided

DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 11 thru Mar 4

TIME

AGE

1230-330

Middle School-Adults

PRICE $1 per person (each visit)

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and

friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered

by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct

10 at 630 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Mondays Oct 17 thru Dec (End Date

depends on number of teams)

TIME Matches on 2 courts

630 720 810 amp 900 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $75 team

MIN 4 teams

LOCATION WHS Gym

Deadline Friday October 7th

Captainrsquos Meeting Monday Oct 10 630pm WRC

ADULT BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school

rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn

in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-

season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 8 thru March

TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 team

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

MIN 4 teams MAX 12 teams

Pre-Season Meeting Thurs Dec 15th 700pm WRC

Team rosters are due at or before this meeting

HOLIDAY BALL Donlsquot get bored over the holiday break The

WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other ac-

tion games and fun stuff Donlsquot miss out

Thanksgiving-

Wed Nov 23 amp Fri Nov25

Christmasndash

Dec 19-23 amp 26-30

100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

―Play is essential for life It is not

selective it is mandatory

-Dr O Carl Smith

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grand-parent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanks-giving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Go visit the newly renovated Regent Theatre and see a good movie

2 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 19th at the Memorial Auditorium on

3 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other fun events during the Fall Fest on Oct 8th at Heritage Park

4 Go to a home WHS football volleyball or basketball game this fall

5 Take your children and see a performance of ldquoWillie Wonka The Musicalrdquo performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Oct 21-23 the Jr High auditorium page 17

6 Grab your skate board and ride over the new Skate Park located at Sellers Park

7 Kidsndash come ldquoTrick or Treat Down The Streetrdquo downtown after school on Oct 29th page 16

8 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the Tennis Courts at Eisenhower Elemen-tary recently renovated by the WRC

9 Kids make a special gift at Santarsquos Workshop page 20

10 Elementary youth can attend Kidrsquos Club at the WRC on Monday Tuesday Thursday and Fridays after school

11 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trail at Worden Park

12 Go and play a fun and exciting round of Disc Golf at Donut Bay

13 Middle School students come to the Memorial Auditorium for Red Line Pizza Parties page 14

14 Take the family for a walk in the new land-scaped Stewartrsquos Park

15 Enjoy a Saturday night at Meadow Lanes for Glow Bowling from 9 pm to 12 am for $10 a person

16 Attend a WRC Youth Flag Football game page 8

17 Go to the Wellington Gold Course and hit a bucket of balls

18 Go fishing at Hargis Creek 19 Middle school kids come to the WRC and play

some pool video games and catch up with all your friends during Teen Center once a week

20 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Me-morial Auditorium on Dec 3rd Page 18

Enrollment is easy

Call 620-399-8100

Monday amp Thursday 900 ammdash700 pm Tuesday Wednesday amp Friday 900 ammdash400 pm

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRClsquos music system (CDlsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRClsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDlsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRClsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- Several options are available

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Volleyball

League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays

This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable

experience before they reach middle school and high school

DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October)

AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th (2 Teams per age group

if possible)

PRICE $30

DEADLINE Friday September 2nd 500PM

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE

Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC

youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goal heights

are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all

players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration

begins October 4

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru end of Feb

AGE DIVISIONS 1st amp 2nd graders

3rd amp 4th graders

5th amp 6th graders

PRICE

$30

$40 After Nov 11th Deadline

SKILL

ASSESMENT Sat Nov 19 at OLD JR HIGH

1000 AM 1st-2nd 1200 PM 3rd-6th

PLEASE REGISTER BY NOVEMBER 11th DEADLINE

Coaches Meeting 700 PM Thu Nov 17 Rec Center

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will

be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to

play basketball Instruction will be given on 8lsquo goals and junior

size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball

handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must

wear court shoes

DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 7 thru Jan 28

TIME 900ndash 1000 am

AGE 5 year olds amp Kindergarten

PRICE $20

LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 30

REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday January 7

We Need Adults to help officiate and

coach basketball games

If you want to help the youth of the

community please give us a

call at 326-3323 Thanks

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Fall Festival amp Chili Cook-Off ~Oct 8th Heritage Park

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC this year and put at

the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls

will be provided The two cages may be used by calling

the WRC 326-3323 to set up times Prices are per person

per hour

PRICE Individuals $2000 an hour

3 or more people $10 ea per hr

TIME Sign up the WRC office

LOCATION Armory

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty

of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot

hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather

friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball

Supervision and balls are provided

DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 11 thru Mar 4

TIME

AGE

1230-330

Middle School-Adults

PRICE $1 per person (each visit)

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and

friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered

by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct

10 at 630 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Mondays Oct 17 thru Dec (End Date

depends on number of teams)

TIME Matches on 2 courts

630 720 810 amp 900 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $75 team

MIN 4 teams

LOCATION WHS Gym

Deadline Friday October 7th

Captainrsquos Meeting Monday Oct 10 630pm WRC

ADULT BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school

rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn

in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-

season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 8 thru March

TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 team

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

MIN 4 teams MAX 12 teams

Pre-Season Meeting Thurs Dec 15th 700pm WRC

Team rosters are due at or before this meeting

HOLIDAY BALL Donlsquot get bored over the holiday break The

WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other ac-

tion games and fun stuff Donlsquot miss out

Thanksgiving-

Wed Nov 23 amp Fri Nov25

Christmasndash

Dec 19-23 amp 26-30

100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

―Play is essential for life It is not

selective it is mandatory

-Dr O Carl Smith

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grand-parent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanks-giving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Go visit the newly renovated Regent Theatre and see a good movie

2 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 19th at the Memorial Auditorium on

3 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other fun events during the Fall Fest on Oct 8th at Heritage Park

4 Go to a home WHS football volleyball or basketball game this fall

5 Take your children and see a performance of ldquoWillie Wonka The Musicalrdquo performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Oct 21-23 the Jr High auditorium page 17

6 Grab your skate board and ride over the new Skate Park located at Sellers Park

7 Kidsndash come ldquoTrick or Treat Down The Streetrdquo downtown after school on Oct 29th page 16

8 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the Tennis Courts at Eisenhower Elemen-tary recently renovated by the WRC

9 Kids make a special gift at Santarsquos Workshop page 20

10 Elementary youth can attend Kidrsquos Club at the WRC on Monday Tuesday Thursday and Fridays after school

11 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trail at Worden Park

12 Go and play a fun and exciting round of Disc Golf at Donut Bay

13 Middle School students come to the Memorial Auditorium for Red Line Pizza Parties page 14

14 Take the family for a walk in the new land-scaped Stewartrsquos Park

15 Enjoy a Saturday night at Meadow Lanes for Glow Bowling from 9 pm to 12 am for $10 a person

16 Attend a WRC Youth Flag Football game page 8

17 Go to the Wellington Gold Course and hit a bucket of balls

18 Go fishing at Hargis Creek 19 Middle school kids come to the WRC and play

some pool video games and catch up with all your friends during Teen Center once a week

20 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Me-morial Auditorium on Dec 3rd Page 18

Enrollment is easy

Call 620-399-8100

Monday amp Thursday 900 ammdash700 pm Tuesday Wednesday amp Friday 900 ammdash400 pm

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRClsquos music system (CDlsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRClsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDlsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRClsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- Several options are available

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty

of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot

hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather

friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball

Supervision and balls are provided

DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 11 thru Mar 4

TIME

AGE

1230-330

Middle School-Adults

PRICE $1 per person (each visit)

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and

friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered

by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct

10 at 630 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Mondays Oct 17 thru Dec (End Date

depends on number of teams)

TIME Matches on 2 courts

630 720 810 amp 900 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $75 team

MIN 4 teams

LOCATION WHS Gym

Deadline Friday October 7th

Captainrsquos Meeting Monday Oct 10 630pm WRC

ADULT BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school

rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may

be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn

in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-

season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center

DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 8 thru March

TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm

AGE 16 amp Older

(A waiver must be filled out and signed

by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 team

LOCATION WHS Gymnasium

MIN 4 teams MAX 12 teams

Pre-Season Meeting Thurs Dec 15th 700pm WRC

Team rosters are due at or before this meeting

HOLIDAY BALL Donlsquot get bored over the holiday break The

WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other ac-

tion games and fun stuff Donlsquot miss out

Thanksgiving-

Wed Nov 23 amp Fri Nov25

Christmasndash

Dec 19-23 amp 26-30

100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

―Play is essential for life It is not

selective it is mandatory

-Dr O Carl Smith

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grand-parent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanks-giving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Go visit the newly renovated Regent Theatre and see a good movie

2 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 19th at the Memorial Auditorium on

3 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other fun events during the Fall Fest on Oct 8th at Heritage Park

4 Go to a home WHS football volleyball or basketball game this fall

5 Take your children and see a performance of ldquoWillie Wonka The Musicalrdquo performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Oct 21-23 the Jr High auditorium page 17

6 Grab your skate board and ride over the new Skate Park located at Sellers Park

7 Kidsndash come ldquoTrick or Treat Down The Streetrdquo downtown after school on Oct 29th page 16

8 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the Tennis Courts at Eisenhower Elemen-tary recently renovated by the WRC

9 Kids make a special gift at Santarsquos Workshop page 20

10 Elementary youth can attend Kidrsquos Club at the WRC on Monday Tuesday Thursday and Fridays after school

11 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trail at Worden Park

12 Go and play a fun and exciting round of Disc Golf at Donut Bay

13 Middle School students come to the Memorial Auditorium for Red Line Pizza Parties page 14

14 Take the family for a walk in the new land-scaped Stewartrsquos Park

15 Enjoy a Saturday night at Meadow Lanes for Glow Bowling from 9 pm to 12 am for $10 a person

16 Attend a WRC Youth Flag Football game page 8

17 Go to the Wellington Gold Course and hit a bucket of balls

18 Go fishing at Hargis Creek 19 Middle school kids come to the WRC and play

some pool video games and catch up with all your friends during Teen Center once a week

20 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Me-morial Auditorium on Dec 3rd Page 18

Enrollment is easy

Call 620-399-8100

Monday amp Thursday 900 ammdash700 pm Tuesday Wednesday amp Friday 900 ammdash400 pm

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRClsquos music system (CDlsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRClsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDlsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRClsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- Several options are available

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

1 Go visit the newly renovated Regent Theatre and see a good movie

2 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 19th at the Memorial Auditorium on

3 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other fun events during the Fall Fest on Oct 8th at Heritage Park

4 Go to a home WHS football volleyball or basketball game this fall

5 Take your children and see a performance of ldquoWillie Wonka The Musicalrdquo performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Oct 21-23 the Jr High auditorium page 17

6 Grab your skate board and ride over the new Skate Park located at Sellers Park

7 Kidsndash come ldquoTrick or Treat Down The Streetrdquo downtown after school on Oct 29th page 16

8 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the Tennis Courts at Eisenhower Elemen-tary recently renovated by the WRC

9 Kids make a special gift at Santarsquos Workshop page 20

10 Elementary youth can attend Kidrsquos Club at the WRC on Monday Tuesday Thursday and Fridays after school

11 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trail at Worden Park

12 Go and play a fun and exciting round of Disc Golf at Donut Bay

13 Middle School students come to the Memorial Auditorium for Red Line Pizza Parties page 14

14 Take the family for a walk in the new land-scaped Stewartrsquos Park

15 Enjoy a Saturday night at Meadow Lanes for Glow Bowling from 9 pm to 12 am for $10 a person

16 Attend a WRC Youth Flag Football game page 8

17 Go to the Wellington Gold Course and hit a bucket of balls

18 Go fishing at Hargis Creek 19 Middle school kids come to the WRC and play

some pool video games and catch up with all your friends during Teen Center once a week

20 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Me-morial Auditorium on Dec 3rd Page 18

Enrollment is easy

Call 620-399-8100

Monday amp Thursday 900 ammdash700 pm Tuesday Wednesday amp Friday 900 ammdash400 pm

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRClsquos music system (CDlsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRClsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDlsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRClsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- Several options are available

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRClsquos music system (CDlsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRClsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDlsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRClsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- Several options are available

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire Wersquore plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE October1st Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $30 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKidrsquos Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided The Youth Center will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays and when there is no school Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade starting Tuesday September 6th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by an older sibling Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

MADDEN NFL 12

TOURNAMENT Welsquore back again this fall with more

Xbox-360 Madden NFL tournament

play Pit your skills against your oppo-

nentlsquos Age and physical size doesnlsquot

matter a bit in this game

DAY Saturday Nov 5th

TIME 1 pm

PRICE $10

PRIZE $25 Gift Card to WalMart

INSTRUCTOR Mark Caudillo

LOCATION Memorial Auditorium

MIN 4 MAX 8

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle

School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes before the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

AFTER GAME PIZZA PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME FOR MIDDLE

SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football and basketball games this fall so you can meet your friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music and of course pizza NEW this fall A slice of pizza or a soft drink will be included with $5 admission As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the party is over or a parent picks them up

Sept 16th after Wichita Collegiate Sept 23th after Towanda-Circle

Oct 7th after Homecoming (Arkansas City)

Dec 2nd after Mulvane

Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $5 at the door admission includes a slice of pizza or pop

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D R E D E D G E amp R E D L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E L I N E E V E N T S A R E

S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S P O N S O R E D B Y S C C D A TS C C D A TS C C D A T Sumner County

Community Drug Action Team

The WRC Teen Center will be open for Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm beginning September 6th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions of-fered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their familiesrsquo Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

Get your costumes ready and come for goblins of fun at

WRClsquos Halloween Fun Fest for kids We know it is a lit-

tle early there is no need to be surly just dress up in your

favorite costume and join us Enjoy these Halloween fes-

tivities a costume contest games yummy snacks treat

bags and crafts Please register by Tuesday 1018

Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations

the evening of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed amp

Thur Oct 19th amp 20th Min 30 Max 80

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

22st Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

730am Public Tasting starts at

Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow We will be selling Tasting Kits at

1130

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 8am to 2pm

Arts amp Crafts

amp Business Vendors

8am to 3 pm We have a great selection of

booths this year as well as several

local businesses

5K RunWalk for MDA

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk

Fundraiser Food Court

10am to 3 pm

Kids Events amp Games

10 am to 3 pm

Sat Oct 8th Downtown

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 620-326-3323 wwwwellingtonreccom

Office hr M-F 830am-5pm

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 13th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 30th $5 late fee charged Thurs Dec 1st amp Fri the 2nd Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 3rd 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $500 At Memorial Auditorium MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

112 E Lincoln

620-326-2419

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Please help support the restoration of the Memo-

rial Auditorium Contributions and sponsorship

opportunities are available please contact Memo-

rial Auditorium Board Member John Tracy at

620-326ndash3631 or email bjtracysbcglobalnet

A Memorial Auditorium website with a direct link

from the City of Wellington website

(wwwcityofwellingtonnet) will be completed

this winter

The Memorial Auditorium was built in 1922 with tax dol-

lars for $150000 to honor Word War I veterans for those

who gave their lives and risked their lives for

Democracy

The picture below was believed to be taken in late May or

sometime in June of 1922 It shows the Masonic corner-

stone being placed during a public ceremony The Library

is shown in the background and the building to the south is

what for years was City Hall which was where

Heritage park is today

Following this ceremony in the dark of the night the stone

disappeared and was never found Thus the building has no

cornerstone

In July of 1922 the City Commission ordered from the

American Seating Co 1250 seats for the balconies and 600

folding chairs for the arena for a total of $6500 The build-

ing was declared finished and dedicated open to public use

in an elaborate ceremony in November of 1922

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Herelsquos a tradition that will put your little elves to

work and in the process redirect their preholiday

energy towards giving as well as getting We will

make a special holiday craft and enjoy snack time

too

DAY Friday

DATE December 9

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $800

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 8 MAX 14

Enjoy A morning of Halloween fun for pre-

schoolers and their families The morning will

include games crafts and making a yummy

snack Costumes are optional Children must be

accompanied by an adult

DAYDATE Friday October 21

TIME 1000-1130 am

AGE 2-5 years with Parent

PRICE $600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 couples

MAXIMUM 25 couples

A CHARLIE BROWN

THANKSGIVING Join us for a Charlie Brown Thanksgiving dinner

Welsquoll create his pretzels popcorn and jelly bean dinner

and make pilgrim hats to wear while watching the

movie

PAMPERED PETS BOWL

Letlsquos treat your favorite four legged friend to a spe-

cial bowl that you paint and decorate yourself

These 7 bowls are perfect for cats and smaller dogs

The bowls will be painted with dinnerware safe

glazes fired and ready to be picked up Friday Nov

11th

DAY Friday November 4

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $8

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Star Light Star Brightmdashthe first star I see tonight We are making star wind chimes in

this fun two part class Welsquoll paint amp glaze clay fired stars (one large amp 2 small) in the

first class The second class will consist of stringing decorative beads and chimes on

the stars -ready to take home to decorate your walls Donlsquot miss out on this fun class

Would also make a great Christmas gift

Monday Nov 28 1000-1100 am (no school) amp Monday Dec 5 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up PRICE $10

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens LOCATION Elsass Art Center

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 16TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

CHRISTMAS FUSED GLASS PLATE Show off your holiday cookies to friends family or Santa

with a colorful Christmas fused glass plate you will cre-

ate

DAY Monday DATE Nov 14 TIME 500-630 pm FEE $20 INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it in

several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donlsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is a

short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 21ndash Oct17

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $36 Bird Bath

$60 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

Stop in at the Wellington Recreation

Commission and see the samples for the

upcoming Leisure Art classes on

display three weeks prior to class

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Click on wwwwellingtonreccom or visit facebook Wellington Recreation for easy access to program details changes in schedules and program photos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Parks amp Recreationhellip The Benefits are Endless

Recreation activities release ten-sion fulfill desires for risk chal-

lenges and competition These ac-tivities and other confidence-

building programs have had a direct impact on crime reduction

C R U S A D E R A L E R T S Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC

programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Man-

ager courtesy of First National Bank

Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to

your cell phone wireless PDA or pager

Receive important information about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program reminders and

emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an

information card available at the Rec Center

office or Log on to wwwwellingtonreccom or

httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

Fitness For Lifehellip Each mile walked or ran by a sedentary person adds an extra 21 minutes of life and saves

society from unnecessary medical expenses

The Memorial Auditorium has a walking path located in the perimeters of the concourse of the gym 21 rounds in the gym area equals one mile

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a good

game of cards fun and conversation come to the

WRC each Wednesday and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who enjoy playing pitch pinochle and socializing

wwwwellingtonreccom

202 S Jefferson bull Wellington KS bull

620-326-3323

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

Wednesday Dec 21st

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Roast Chicken Scalloped Potatoes Green Beans Salad

Dinner Rolls Dessert and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos