2013 Fall Recreation Guide

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takomaparkmd.gov/recreation

FALL2013

REGISTRATIONOPENS

AUGUST 15*, 2013

*except where otherwise noted

recguideTakoma Park Recreation Department


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2 | TPRD Rec Guide Fall 2013 301.891.7290

register online: acv.acv.cm/akmapakca

Whats Inside

General InoFYI ............................................................................................3

Our Partners & Us ......................................................................4

Recreation Department Team......................................................5

Community Center .....................................................................6Rentals......................................................................................7

Recreation Center ......................................................................8

Parks and Permits .....................................................................9

Registration and Policies ..........................................................10

Registration Form ....................................................................31

TotsArt ..........................................................................................11

Dance .....................................................................................11

Drama & Theater .....................................................................11

Education & Development .......................................................11

YouthArt ..........................................................................................13

Camps ....................................................................................13

Dance .....................................................................................13

Drama & Theater .....................................................................13

Drop-In....................................................................................14


Environmental ..........................................................................14

Extended Care .........................................................................14

Martial Arts .............................................................................16Sports .....................................................................................16

Trips .......................................................................................17

TeensCamps ....................................................................................18

Dance .....................................................................................18

Drop-In....................................................................................18

Education & Development .......................................................19Multi Media .............................................................................21

Special Events .........................................................................21

Workshops ..............................................................................21

AdultsArt ..........................................................................................22

Dance .....................................................................................23


Environmental ..........................................................................23

Fitness ....................................................................................23Multi Media .............................................................................26

Workshops ..............................................................................26

55+Drop-In....................................................................................28


Fitness ....................................................................................29

Special Events .........................................................................30

Sports .....................................................................................30

PetsDrop-In....................................................................................30

Education & Development ........................................................30

Roscoe the Rooster

Roscoe the Rooster made TakomaPark his home or 10 years, stakinghis territory on the lawn in ront

o and behind the apartmenthouses near Marks Kitchen onCarroll Avenue. Roscoe roamedthe city and had many neighborsprotecting him. Unortunately,Roscoe was involved in a hit andrun in February 1999. A lie-sizedstatue o Roscoe the Rooster,crated by local artist NormonGreene, stands on a pedestal in

ront o the clock tower in thecenter o downtown Takoma Park.

Roscoe will make special appearances throughout the Guide to highlight important inormation.


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ADA

The City o Takoma Park is committed to ensuring that individuals with disabilities are able to ully participatein public meetings and programs. Anyone planning to attend a Takoma Park City or Recreation eventor program and wishes to receive auxiliary aids, services, or reasonable accommodations is invited to

contact the Recreation Department at 301.891.7290, at least two (2) weeks in advance i possible, atthe telephone number listed or through the Maryland Relay Service (1-800.735.2258 TTY/Voice).

Takoma Park residents scholarships available!

Scholarship program

The Takoma Park RecreationDepartment is committed to makingscholarships available to City residents

who cannot pay ull price or recreationprograms. Scholarships give TakomaPark residents an opportunity to learn,grow, and have un.

Scholarship guidelines

Applicants must be City residents.

City Residency: Resident rates applyto those persons who reside in, paytaxes to and are eligible to vote inTakoma Park elections (i 16 years

o age or older). Non-resident ratesapply to those who live outside oTakoma Park or those who have aTakoma Park mailing address but

do not pay taxes to the City. Whenregistering or a class or conductingbusiness as a Takoma Park resident,proo is required in the orm o a stateissued photo ID or current lease with

a valid city o Takoma Park address.

Scholarships are for youth, teens,and seniors. Please contact theRecreation Department or moreinormation.

If your child receives Free orReduced Lunch, they are eligibleor a scholarship.

Applications must be submitted to

the Recreation Department at leastthree (3) weeks beore the start oprogram.

How to apply

1. Pick up an application rom theTakoma Park Recreation Department,

Administrative Ofce, 7500 Maple Ave.

2. Ater you have selected an activity,complete and turn in an application bythe deadline along with additional ormsto a sta member at the Takoma ParkRecreation Department administrativeofce (7500 Maple Ave.).

3. It may take up to ten (10) businessdays to determine i a scholarship isapproved. You will be contacted byour ofce with an updated status.

4. Scholarship applications andsupplemental documentation mustbe submitted 3 weeks prior to thestart o the program.

Holiday Closures

Labor DaySunday September 1 &

Monday September 2

Veterans DaySunday, November 10 &Monday, November 11

ThanksgivingThursday, November 28-

Sunday, December 1

ChristmasTuesday, December 24

(closing at noon)&

Wednesday, December 25New Years Day

Tuesday December 31(closing at 6 p.m.)&

Wednesday, January 1

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Our Partners & Us

Jay KellerChair

Cindy Dyballa

Vice Chair

MembersCarolyn Leary Bobb

Jane Hurst

Christopher King

Howard Kohn

Vineda Meyers

Peter Munger

Cherwanda Oliver

Sharon Reed

Pat Rumbaugh

Ray ScannellJen Woord

Recreation Committee

Volunteer spotlight:Takoma Park Lions Club

The mission o the Takoma Park Lions Club is to empowervolunteers to serve their communities, meet humanitarian needs,encourage peace and promote international understanding. TheTakoma Park Lions Club was established in 1929 and is the secondoldest club in District 22-C. The President-Elect (King Lion) is JimJarboe, let, who has been a member or 18 years. The Lions Clubhas been a partner with the Takoma Park Recreation Departmentby assisting with the city Fall costume program. President-ElectJarboe says, We enjoy supporting the Recreation Department. Wehave been a partner or 20+ years. We like how the Departmentis youth/teen ocused and always providing a leisure service tothe Takoma Park community. This fts in well with our slogan

We Serve. The Recreation Department would like to thankthe Takoma Park Lions Club or their generous contribution andassistance to the Fall costume program.

takoma parkrecreation department7500 Maple AvenueTakoma Park, MD 20912

p: 301.891.7290 : 301.270.4094

ofce hours: Mon.-Fri. 8:30 a.m.-5 p.m.

Our MissionTo strengthen our community through

providing recreation programs, services

(broadly defned) and acilities to city

residents that emphasize a healthyliestyle, physical well-being, personal

development, citizen involvement, inte-

gration o diering cultural and economic

communities, and un.

PartnershipsThe Takoma Park Recreation Department

has ormal partnerships established with

neighborhood, community, business

and not-or-proft organizations. These

partnerships allow our department

to leverage resources and generate

citywide interest and support or our

system acilities, programs and events.

We appreciate your support!

VolunteersVolunteers assist with: coaching, suchas the T-ball league; special events,

such as the annual costume parade;

instruction, such as the

Senior Bone Builders

class, and in many

other capacities. For

volunteer opportunies

please contact the

Takoma Park Recreation

Department. Building Community

through Recreation!


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Recreation Department Team

Gregory ClarkRecreation Director

301.891.7227

[email protected]

Debby HumanAssistant Recreation Director

301.891.7226

[email protected]

John WebsterFields & Facilities

301.891.7286

[email protected]

Paula LisowskiSenior Programs

301.891.7280

[email protected]

Leicia MonortTeen Programs

301.891.7283

[email protected]

Bradley WilliamsSports Programs

301.891.7282

[email protected]

Lew McAllisterYouth Programs & Classes

301.891.7284

[email protected]

Dana HowardBeore & Ater Care Programs

301.891.7281

[email protected]

Sofa VisurragaCustomer Service/Passports

301.891.7204

[email protected]

Hazel HodgsonAdminstrative Assistant

301.891.7290

[email protected]


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Dance Studio

a large studio with mirrors and wood oor no street shoes on dance oor

Art Studio

many forms of media are used in thisspace

the art room, kiln, and easels areavailable to students enrolled inclasses

not available for rentals

Public Access Computers

Monday - Friday 2 - 8 p.m.Saturday 2 - 6 p.m.

Computer Learning Center

two rooms 10 workstations

internet word-processing graphics software and more In all rooms you can print les or save

them to USB drive or CD One room is for users who need

absolute quiet or online exams,writing resumes and the like.

Gentle conversation, cell phones, andtwo-person work groups are permitted

in the other room where staassistance is also available. A valid Takoma Park library card is

necessary.

Four additional stations are located inthe library or those doing reerencework and another our can beaccessed in the senior room by people55 and older.

Passport Service

Passport service is available at theTakoma Park Community Center.Please call Sofa Visurraga, customerservice representative, at 301.891.7100or inormation.HOURS:Monday - Thursday 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.

TU PUEDES APLICAR POR TUPASAPORTE AMERICANO AQUI!La ofcina de Pasaportes est abierta

de Lunes a Jueves de 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.No necesitas hacer cita para presentartu aplicacin. Por avor llama al301.891.7204 para obtener inormacinpara aplicar por tu pasaporte americano.

Notary Public

FREE Notary Public service is availableor TP residents at the Takoma Park

Community Center. Pleasecall 301.891.7100 to make

an appointment with SofaVisurraga, customerservice representative.

Teen Room(13-17 yrs) Hours vary by

time o year a teen only

space! X-box

large screen tv area for

socializing daily activities

Multi Media LabOur educational studio eatures state-o-the-art video and recording equipmentand instructional courses designed toaccommodate new aspiring audio/ videoengineers, to intermediate level studentsthat want to hone their skills. Lab is orRecreation Dept. classes only.

Senior Room(55+ yrs)Monday - Friday Noon - 8 p.m.

Saturday Noon - 6p.m. comfortable funishings and relaxed

atmosphere to socialize or read 4 computers available for seniors (55+) several programs held in the senior

room room is for seniors 55+ only

Auditorium

154 xed chairs room for six (6) wheelchairs

row of seven (7) xed chairs can beremoved food and beverage not permitted

Game Room

Hours vary by age andtime o year

ping pong tables pool tables foosball tables basketball arcade-style

game air hockey arcade-stylegame

Takoma Park Community Center

takoma park community center7500 Maple AvenueTakoma Park, MD 20912

301.891.7100

hours o operation:Monday - Thursday 8:30 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.Friday 8:30 a.m. - 10 p.m.Saturday 10 a.m. - 6 p.m.Sunday Noon - 5 p.m.

FREEWI-FI!


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How to rent a space

1. Fill out a Facility Use Applicationavailable at Takoma Park Recreation Department7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912

2. Sign the form and submit a check:$50 reundable deposit (i required) + total rental amount

3. Submit all paperwork to Recreation Department7500 Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD 20912

orrequest a space with a credit card from our web site at:activenet.active.com/takomaparkrecreation. Rentals within 14business days must be requested in person.

Book your next 12 & under birthday partyor community meeting with us!

Rentals

hourlyrental ratesHours and rates are subjectto change.

MEETINGSCLASSES

RENTALSPARTIES

Small meeting rooms

Rose Room

capacity: 12 with tables17 without tables

Lilac Roomcapacity: 20 with tables25 without tables

Hydrangea Room

capacity: 25 with tables

Fees

T.P. resident $15/hourNon-resident $40/hourCommercial $60/hour

Large meeting rooms*

Azalea Room


Hener Park Community Center42 Oswego Avenue

Takoma Park, MD 20912


Fees

T.P. resident $25/hourNon-resident $50/hourCommercial $70/hour

* $50 reundable deposit requiredor Hener Park Community Centerand or events with 50 or morepeople.

Auditorium

capacity: 154

The Auditorium is LEED-CI SilverCertifed and has 154 fxed seatswith two aisles and room or sixwheel chairs. The oating woodstage is approximately 18 inches othe oor and 30 feet wide and 19eet deep at the center.

This environmentally riendlyspace has state o the art lightingsystem with colored LED washes,sound system with two wirelessmicrophones and connections orup to ten wired microphones. Thepresentation system has a six oot byeleven oot projection screen in thecenter o the stage and two smallscreens on either side o stage.

Fee or stafng outside o normalhours o operation or specialized

AV services and or extraordinarymaintenance demands or requiredsecurity. Insurance is required.

For more inormation about renting

the Auditorium or to inquire aboutnonproft organization rentals,please contact Sara Daines301.891.7224 or [email protected]


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Time to get in shape!

The Takoma Park Recreation Center hasa great weight room featuring:

dumbbells (5 lbs. to 45 lbs.) stair climbers elliptical upright bikes recumbent bikes treadmills leg curling machine leg extension machine incline bench at bench

and more...

Membership ees

Recreation Center General

(1 year; does not include weight room)Adult (18+ yrs) $35Teen (13 - 17 yrs) $10

Youth (5 - 12 yrs) $5

Fitness room ees

Adult (6 months) $65Adult (1 year) $100

Adult open gym (18 + yrs)

Wednesdays

Membership required 8:15 p.m. - 9 p.m.

For more inormation on these programslook through this guide

Double dutch Chess

Suto dance Ladies cardio/sculpting aerobics Jazzercise Zumba Karate self-defense club Cardio kickboxing Pilates

Youth programs

New, un, and exciting youth programstake place daily in the Recreation Center.

For more inormation on these programsvisit the Recreation Center and theriendly sta!

Hourly rentalinormation

Gym* (capacity 294)Montgomery County Resident $30Commercial $70

Meeting Room BACK(capacity 40)

Montgomery County Resident $15Commercial $60

Meeting Room FRONT (capacity 30)Montgomery County Resident $15Commercial $60

Call 301-891-7289 or availability

*$50 security deposit required

check or money order only.

Recreation Center

takoma park recreation center7315 New Hampshire Avenue

Takoma Park, MD 20912301.891.7289

The Recreation Center can be described as a hidden gem. Once inside youll discover a basketball gym,ftness room, community programs and antastic sta. Please stop by and discover it or yoursel!

Co-sponsored by the Montgomery

County Department o Recreation.All program days and times aresubject to change.

hours o operation:

Monday - Friday 2:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.Saturday 8 a.m. - 5 p.m.Sunday Closed

A GREATPLACE TO

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Parks and Permits

Permits or various events and

activities held in public parksthroughout the city are required tosecure specifc space and time.Please contact the RecreationDepartment at 301.891.7290 beoreconducting business on park property.

Park usage ees

Shelter

$85 per day T.P. resident

$105 per day Non-resident

Field

$20 per day T.P. resident$35 per day Non-resident

To reserve a

park or pavilionFill out a Facility Use Application andbring to the Recreation Ofce, 7500Maple Avenue, Takoma Park, MD.20912 at least 7 days prior to event.*

*7 days in person; Online Reservations can bemade at least 14 business days in advance.

Event permits

Frequently asked questions or special

events in parks:

Q: Do I need to apply or a park permitor my event?

A: Yes.

Q: How do I go about requesting a

shelter or feld or my event?A: Visit the Takoma Park RecreationDepartments Administrative Ofce,located at 7500 Maple Avenue,and fll out a Request or Use oFacilities orm. All ees must bepaid in ull beore a permit will beissued. Bring the permit to yourevent.

Q: How much will my event cost?A: See Park Usage Fees.

know your parks!

Belle Ziegler Park

(Formerly known as Jequie Park)Takoma Avenue & Albany Avenue Pavilion Playground equipment Soccer eld T-ball eld Half basketball court Water fountain 4 tables (seats 8 at each table) Port-a-john

Forest ParkPrince Georges Ave. & Elm Avenue Pavilion Playground equipment (2) half basketball courts T-ball backstop Water fountain

2 tables (seats 8 at each table)

Port-a-john

Hener Park*(Behind Hener Park Community Center)42 Oswego Avenue Playground equipment Half basketball court Pavilion BBQ grill*Notindividually permitted. Incorporatedin the rental o the community center only

Spring ParkPoplar Avenue & Elm Avenue Playground equipment T-ball eld Full basketball court Water fountain Pavilion

4 tables (seats 8 at each table)

Port-a-john Running spring

Lee Jordan Field(Behind Takoma Park Middle School)Piney Branch Road Large soccer eld(s) Football eld (2) baseball/softball diamonds Walking track ( mile) Port-a-john

Ed Wilhelm Field(Behind Piney Branch Elementary School)Darwin Avenue Football eld with softball eld overlay Located in Takoma-Piney Branch

Local Park

Belle Ziegler Park Spring Park Forest Park


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Registration and Policies

With ActiveNet

you can use a creditcard to: Register for recreation classes 24 hours a

day, 7 days a week!

Reserve a park or recreation facility for

an event.

Receive class conrmation via e-mail.

View and print class schedules.

Purchase memberships to gym and

weight room.

Instructions oronline registration1. Access http://activenet.active.com/

takomaparkrecreationand click on

theRegistrationlink

2. ClickRequest Account

3. Fill out all necessary inormation,

making sure to fll out all spaces

marked with an asterisk

4. ClickSubmitor enter other amily

members into system at this time

5. Open your e-mail to fnd your approv-

al letter; click on link to be redirected to

site to register

6. Click onView Activities; use search

criteria to locate the class you want toregister or

7. Choose the class you desire; make

sure you select the correct session (i

applicable)

8. Review class inormation, scroll down

and clickAdd to My Cart

9. Choose the participant who is register-

ing or the class; then clickContinue

10. Double check you are registering or

the right class and clickContinueto

checkout

11. Choose your payment type, enter credit

card number, the security code on

back o card, select the expiration date,

check

the box

indicating thatyou have read the Terms o Use

and clickContinue

12. Print receipt or your records

I you are having trouble registering, or i

you have questions concerning classes,

please call 301.891.7290 or e-mail us at

[email protected]

Alternative registrationYou can still register via mail or walk in:

Takoma Park Recreation Department7500 Maple Avenue

Takoma Park, MD 20912

Make checks or money orders payable to:

City o Takoma Park. List program name

and participants name on ront o check.

No phone registrations.

Wait list policyIn the event that a program has more

interest than available space, we will keep

a waiting list. Individuals on the waitinglist will be accommodated on a frst-come,

frst-served basis. In the event that another

class is created, individuals rom the waiting

list will be contacted.

Registration policies The Recreation Department reserves the

right to cancel any program/class due

to insufcient enrollment or to substitute

teachers without participant notifcation.

Classes may be canceled on school

holidays, vacations, snow days or any other

dates noted in the guide. I schools close

midday due to a weather or other emergen-

cy, childrens classes will also be canceled.

Every attempt will be made to reschedule

classes canceled due to weather emergen-

cies, but reunds cannot be guaranteed.

A resident of Takoma Park is any

person who lives within the 2.8 square

mile corporate limits. A nonresident lives

outside the corporate limits. I you are not

sure o your residency status, please call

us and we will be happy to assist you. Or

visit www.takomaparkmd.gov/council andreview the street listing.

Reund policyPLEASE READ CAREFULLY

Registrants assume the risk of changes in

personal aairs or health.

Refunds will be approved with written/

electronic notifcation received seven

working days prior to scheduled start

o program. A $15 administrative ee willbe deducted per participant/per class and

may take up to 30 days to receive.

Registrant may choose to receive a credit

or the remaining amount which may be

used or another program. Credits must

be used by June 30, 2014. Ater that

time, the credit will be oreited. Credits

cannot be transerred.

Refunds after the program has begun will

be considered only with medical verifca-

tion (no exception). No reund ater theprogram has ended.

Late policyThe City o Takoma Park Recreation Depart-

ment implements the ollowing late pick-up

policy or all child care programs. A ee o

$10 will be assessed or every 15 minutes

ater the scheduled pick-up time or each

participant up to 1 hour or or a total o $40.

Payment must be made at the time o pick-

up. One hour ater the scheduled pick-uptime, program sta will escort your child to

the Takoma Park Police Department,where

parent or guardian can pick up their child.

online registrationhttp://activenet.com/takomaparkrecreation

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totsARTMy Special Grown-up and MeWelcoming new and returning studentsto a riendly and entertaining introductionto the arts class which explores Colors,

Textures and the Joy o Creativity with avariety o un projects including all basicforms of art: painting, printing, sculpting,molding, gluing, sewing and cutting.Instructor: Rachel Gates

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $100, Non-resident: $12012 Week Session3-6 yrs

Fri, Sept 13 - Fri, Dec 610 a.m. - 11 a.m.DANCE

Suto Dance (Tots)

The Suto Dance Company has oeredquality dance instruction to all levelssince 1973. Suto oers proessional,well organized dance programs aswell as producing spectacular annual

dance perormances. The importance o

technique, musicalityand styling is stressed to all studentsat any level o training. Students are

encouraged to participate or the entire32 week program and also the twoannual dance perormances. For moreinormation call 301.871.1000 or visitwww.sutodance.com.; Co-sponsoredby the Montgomery County RecreationDepartment. Instructor: Suto Dance

Takoma Park RecreationCenter Front RoomSingle Class Range $15-$1815 Week Session

3-4 yrsSat, Sept 7 - Sat, Dec 2810:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.

DRAMA & THEATER

Lets Pretend

Preschoolers love to exercise theirimaginations through pretend play. LetsPretend class members will develop

this natural creative behavior throughdramatic readings, improv, sensoryexploration, physical experimentation,imagination exercises, singing/movement, props and games. We willwarm up (like real actors), read a story,engage in exercises & experimentsbased on the story, and fnally perormthe story. Instructor: Gretchen Doughty.Max. 12, Min. 7

Auditorium at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $110, Non-resident: $1308 Week Session2 - 5 yrs

Thu, Sept 19 - Thu, Nov 79:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

EDUCATION &DEVELOPMENT

Kindermusik Feathers

Village classes are designed or lapbabies, crawlers, and walkers, agesnewborn through 17 months. Through

a unique blendo multi-levelactivities thatinclude creative

movement, vocalplay, objectand instrument

exploration, and a colorul literaturecomponent, babys growth anddevelopment are stimulated andall senses are engaged. Required$35 home materials ee included inregistration ee. Materials include a


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Tots

home CD, instrument, board book,and banner. Max. 12, Min. 4 8 weeks.Instructor: Becky Linafelt. Same greatclassthree dierent times oered.

Hener Park Community CenterResident: $135, Non-resident: $1658 Week SessionNewborn -1 yrsWed, Sept 11 - Wed, Oct 30Noon - 12:45 p.m. orThu, Sept 12 - Thu, Oct 319 a.m. - 9:45 a.m. orSat, Sept 14 - Sat, Nov 211 a.m. - 11:45 a.m.

Kindermusik Away We Go

Our Time classes encourage toddlersto uncover an engaging musical worldwhile building confdence, sel-control,and communication skills. Singing,imitating sounds, rhyming, and objectidentifcation oster language skills

while creativemovement tovarious musical

moodsdevelopsa sense obalance, timing,

and spatial awareness. Listening andturn-taking encourage blossomingsocial skills. Required $55 homematerials ee included in registrationee. Materials include two literaturebooks, an instrument, double CD, and

amily activity book. Max. 12, Min. 5.10 weeks. No Class 11/9. Instructor:

Becky Linaelt. Same great classour

dierent times oered.

Hener Park Community CenterResident: $205, Non-resident: $23510 Week Session1 - 3 yrsWed, Sept 11 - Wed, Nov 209:30 a.m. - 10:15 a.m. or10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. orThu, Sept 12 - Thu, Nov 2110:00 a.m. - 10:45 or

Sat, Sept 14 - Sat, Nov 239 a.m. - 9:45 a.m.

Kindermusik Make Way or MusicFamily Time is Kindermusiks version o theone-room schoolhouse. Bringing childreno all ages together provides a dynamicand integrated learning experience oreveryone. Families with one child or

multiple childrenare welcome toattend. Siblingdiscount oeredor enrollmento multiplechildren. One

$55 home materials kit per amily includedin registration ee. Home materials includetwo instruments, two books, amily activityguide, and double CD. Max.12, Min. 5. 10weeks.

Instructor: Becky Linafelt. Same greatclasstwo dierent times oered.

Hener Park Community CenterResident: $205, Non-resident: $235

10 Week Session6 and underThu, Sept 12 - Thu, Nov 2111:15 a.m. - Noon orSat, Sept 14 - Sat, Nov 2310 a.m. - 10:45 a.m.

Kindermusik See What I Saw

Imagine That classes take thepreschool age child on a journey

o discovery and exploration, ajourney limited only by the power oimagination. Pretend play activities are

integrated withmusic, vocaldevelopment,storytelling,movement,and literatureto capture the

preschoolers potential to learn and to

encourage cognitive and literacy skills,creativity and individuality. Parents/caregivers/siblings join us or the last10 minutes o class time. Requiredhome materials ee o $50 included inregistration ee. Home materials includedouble CD, instrument, activity book,two literature books. Max. 8, Min. 4. 10weeks. Instructor: Becky Linafelt.

Hener Park Community Center

Resident: $210, Non-resident: $24010 Week Session3 - 5 yrsThu, Sept 12 - Thu, Nov 214 p.m. - 5 p.m.

To register forKindermusik classes, visit

www.kmwithbecky.kindermusik.net


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youthARTMAKE/Shit Studio IArt InspirationsElementary students create excitingtwo and three dimensional projects in

this ater school class. Lessons includedrawing, painting, collage, assemblageand mixed mediaevery class adierent subject and medium. Childrenlearn to express themselves and engagein visual problem solving while producingbeautiul works using color, shape, line,texture and pattern. Contemporary andhistorical artists provide inspirationor this art program geared or 3rdthrough 6th graders. Beginning studentswelcome. Materials ee included.Instructor: Katie Dell Kaufman. Samegreat classtwo dierent sessions!

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $150, Non-resident: $1706 Week Session8 - 10 yrsThu, Sept 12 - Thu, Oct 173:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. or

Thu, Oct 31 - Thu, Dec 123:45 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

MAKE/Shit Studio II

Drawing & WatercolorHave un learning to draw with black,white and colored drawing materials,paint with watercolors, use pen and inkand explore mixed media approachesto representational imagery. Subjects

will include still lie, portrait, landscape(weather permitting) and oral studies.Beginning students welcome. The ocuso the class is appropriate or studentsinterested in developing a portolio or

entry into the VisualArt Center at AlbertEinstein High School.Materials ee o $25,paid directly to theinstructor, will be dueon the frst day o eachsession. Instructor: Katie Dell Kaufman.Same great classtwo dierentsessions!

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $140, Non-resident: $1606 Week Session11-13 yrsTue, Sept 10 - Tue, Oct 15

3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. orTue, Oct 29 - Tue, Dec 173:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

CAMPS

Winter Break Camp

Come experience Winter Break Campwith the Takoma Park RecreationDepartment. Campers will have theopportunity to add some excitement

to their holiday break while playingholiday games with group activities andcrats. This winter break is set to be awhole lot o holiday un. Paperwork willbe required prior to the start o camp.Beore Care and Ater Care are availableor an additional ee.

Azalea Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $100, Non-resident: $120

4 days5-12 yrsThu, Dec 26 - Tue, Dec 319 a.m. - 4 p.m.

DANCE

Suto Dance (Youth)

The Suto Dance Company has oeredquality dance instruction to all levelssince 1973. Suto oers proessional,well organized dance programs aswell as producing spectacular annualdance perormances. The importanceo technique, musicality and styling

is stressed to all students at any levelo training. Students are encouragedto participate or the entire 32 weekprogram and also the two annual danceperormances. For more inormation call301.871.1000 or visit. Co-sponsoredby the Montgomery County RecreationDepartment. Instructor: Suto Dance

Takoma Park Recreation CenterBack Room

Single Class Range $15-$1815 Week Session5-12 yrsSat, Sept 7 - Sat, Dec 2810:30 a.m. - 1 p.m.DRAMA & THEATER

Dungeons and Dragons

They creep through the twilight, quietas shadows muttering a language long

orgotten, a language only spokenby ghosts. Use your imagination andstorytelling ability in this classic antasyrole-playing game. Roll dice to castspells and battle monsters. Creativity


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and cooperation help the groupsurvive. Taught by the librarys ownDave Burbank.

Auditorium at Takoma Park

Community CenterResident: $50, Non-resident: $60or 5 Week SessionResident: $40, Non-resident: $50or 4 Week Session9-18 yrs4 p.m. - 6 p.m.Thu, Sept 12 - Thu, Oct 10 orThu, Oct 17 - Thu, Nov 14 orThu, Nov 21 - Thu, Dec 19 (4 weeks)

DROP-IN

Comics 101

Jump into the world o comics! Learnabout your avorite heroes and villainsand their origins. Learn how Supermanbecame the Man o Steel or howBatman became the Worlds GreatestDetective. Join us in discovering newworlds and fghting crime.

Takoma Park Recreation CenterFront RoomFree with a membership card16 Week Session6-11 yrsFri, Sept 6 - Fri, Dec 274:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Friday Expressions

Bring your imagination to lie. Expressyoursel through art. Channel your innermost thoughts through your own uniqueway o viewing things. You will be able toconvey yoursel through visual problemsolving while using many orms o art.Each class will include new art relatedthemes and activities.

Takoma Park Recreation CenterFront RoomFree with a membership card16 Week Session6-11 yrsFri, Sept 6 - Fri, Dec 276 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Kids Night Out

Want a night to yoursel while yourkids have a blast with their riends?Bring your children to the Takoma Park

Recreation Center Kids Night Out! Thiswill be a un flled night or children. Itwill involve activities such as games,arts & crats, movies and theme nights.

Takoma Park Recreation Center GymFree with a membership card7 Week Session6-11 yrsFri, Sept 20 - Fri, Dec 207:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.


Sign Language or Beginners

The American Sign Language is notonly reserved or hearing challengedindividuals, but is an exciting newlanguage to learn. Communicating insigns is a creative experience whenput to music and songs. It can be

un when signing to a riend acrossa crowded room or when sharingspecial inormation in a silent world.This visual language encourages anddemands attention. At the end o thisour week course, students will be ableto participate in a basic sign languagecourse. Instructor: Elisabeth Larson.Min: 10, Max: 15.

Hydrangea Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $50, Non-resident: $604 Week Session6-15 yrsTue, Sept 17 - Tue, Oct 84 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Community Garden

Volunteers are always welcome. Youwill gain hands-on experience abouthow to grow ood as you work alongsidegarden veterans. Our team o volunteersrom the neighborhood community,environmental change-makers and otherarea organizations tend, harvest, seed,

and water the garden together (and havea great social time doing it!). Installationparties are on selected Saturdays inthe all. We welcome your help with the

garden. Coordinator: Todd Leavitt.Takoma Park RecreationCenter OutdoorsFree4 days6-14 yrsSat, Sept 14; Sat, Sept 28;Sat, Oct 12; Sat, Oct 268 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

EXTENDED CAREMorning and Aternoon Addition

School Year: 2013-2014

A discount will be oered to those whoregister or both Morning and Aternoon

Addition.T.P. City Residents $2700Non-Residents $3300

Payments are broken down into ten(10) monthly payments per child per

month. The frst payment is 20% othe program ees and due at the timeo registration. The next payment willbe due Oct. 1.

Once you are registered and paymenthas been made, the ollowing ormsmust be completed beforeyour childcan attend the program: BehaviorCode Agreement, Medical Release,

Authorization or Medication andAuthorization or Pick up. All o theseorms can be ound online at www.takomaparkmd.gov/recreation.

On half days of school, the AfterSchool Program will be open rom 1p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

The Recreation Department providesFun Day Programs on ull days andsome holidays or an additional ee.

The Morning and Afternoon Additionwill not operate on the days schools

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closings). Recreation Staff will escort children

who attend Takoma Park ElementarySchool and Piney Branch Elementary

School to and rom Takoma ParkCommunity Center on whole and haldays.

Scholarship applications must besubmitted 3 weeks prior to the start othe program.

Registration has already begunEnroll today, space is limited!

Morning Addition Grades K-5

This beore-school program is designedor those amilies that need earlymorning options beore the school daystarts. Sta will be available to provideinormal recreation activities and willescort participants to Takoma ParkElementary School and Piney BranchElementary School. Children will alsohave time or homework assignments,breakast (not provided) or prepare ortheir day at school. For more

inormation please call the RecreationDepartment 301.891.7290.Registration has already begunEnroll today, space is limited!

Azalea Room, Takoma ParkCommunity Center

August 26, 2013 - June 12, 2014Monday - Friday 7 - 9 a.m.

T.P. City Residents $1150Non-Residents $1450 Payments are broken down into ten

(10) monthly payments per child permonth. The frst payment is 20% othe program ees and due at the timeo registration. The next payment willbe due Oct. 1.

Aternoon Addition Grades K-8

Emphasis is on providing leisure andrecreation programs utilizing ouracilities to include but not limited tothe computer learning center, dancestudio, art room, game room, athleticfelds, library and more. We have someexciting activities planned this yearincluding: drama, music, art, specialguests, sports, feld trips, study time andplaytime that will enlighten, empowerand enrich minds and imaginations.

For inormation please call RecreationDepartment at 301.891.7290.Registration has already begunEnroll today, space is limited!

Azalea Room, Takoma ParkCommunity Center

August 26, 2013 - June 12, 2014Monday - Friday

3:30 - 6:30 p.m. on full days1 - 6:30 p.m. on early release daysT.P. City Residents $1950Non-Residents $2450 Payments are broken down into ten

(10) monthly payments per child permonth. The frst payment is 20% othe program ees and due at the timeo registration. The next payment willbe due Oct. 1.

Winter Break Camp Ater Care

Available or those amilies who requireor desire additional activities beyondthe regular camp hours. Activities mayinclude outdoor play, game room andsports.

Azalea Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $25, Non-resident: $354 days

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Available or those amilies who requireor desire additional activities beyondthe regular camp hours. Activities may

include outdoor play, game room andsports.

Azalea Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $25, Non-resident: $354 days5-12 yrsThu, Dec 26 - Tue, Dec 317 a.m. - 9 a.m.

MARTIAL ARTSKung Fu

This ancient orm o sel-deenseprovides physical and mental exercisewhich could help the students deendthemselves by strengthening handand eye coordination. The studentwill gain physical ftness, mental andspiritual strength. There is a onetime,non-reundable, ee o $50 paid to the

instructor at the frst class or uniorm.Instructor: Master Thompson. Maximum15, minimum 2. Choose your level.

Dance Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $120, Non-resident: $14010 Week Session4-16 yrsSat, Sept 21 - Sat, Dec 1410:15 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Beginner

11:15 a.m. - 12:15 p.m. Advanced

Taekwondo

Taekwondo, it is composed o threeparts as shown in the English spelling,though it is one word in Korean. Taemeans oot, leg or to step on; Kwonmeans fst or fght; and Do means theway or discipline. So it can mean theway or discipline o oot and fst martialarts is studied or various reasonsincluding combat skills, ftness, sel-deense, sel cultivation (meditation),mental discipline, character developmentand building sel-confdence. There is aone-time ee paid to the instructor at the

frst class (non-reundable) or uniorm($40 children, $50 or adult).

Dance Room at Takoma ParkCommunity Center

Resident: $125, Non-resident: $1458 Week Session5 and upWed, Sept 11 - Wed, Oct 306 p.m. - 7 p.m. orSat, Sept 14 - Sat, Nov 21 p.m. - 2 p.m.

SPORTS

Basketball Skills Clinic

Emphasizing individual improvement isone o the guiding philosophies o thisskills clinic. Participants will be providedwith excellent coaching which allows eachperson to develop a sense o pride andindividual accomplishment. Co-sponsoredby the Montgomery County RecreationDepartment. Max: 25, Min: 10.

Takoma Park Recreation Center Gym$80 Resident and Non-Resident

8 Week Session6-11 yrsSat, Sept 14 - Sat, Nov 210:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Double Dutch

Learn the art o Double Dutch through aun and aerobic endurance workout thatincludes single rope jumping, double-dutch turning and jumping, stretching,

toning and jogging.

Takoma Park Recreation CenterBack RoomFree with a membership card

16 Week Session6-13 yrsMon, Sept 9 - Mon, Dec 306 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Outdoor Street Hockey

This program is ideal or any child thatwants to have un and be active. Thissport is based on ice hockey, but isplayed on oot and with a special ball

made especially or street hockey. Streethockey can enhance your childs motorskills and concentration while instilling theart o sportsmanship. Games take placeon the outdoor basketball court, next toTakoma Park Community Center. Sign uptoday! Max: 20, Min: 5.

Outdoor Basketball Court atTakoma Park Community CenterResident: Free, Non-resident: $10

5 Week Session7-13 yrsThu, Sept 26 - Thu, Oct 243:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m.

Tennis ClinicThis un and exciting program givesyouth the opportunity to learn andnurture their tennis skills. Our goal isto use tennis as a tool that supportsand enhances your childs personal


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growth, physical health and academicachievement. Structured tennisinstruction is an excellent vehicle orbuilding character, developing disciplineand promoting physical ftness. Pleasebring your own racquet and a waterbottle. I you do not own a racquet, theRecreation Department will provide onefor the clinic. Max: 15, Min: 5.

Takoma Park MS Tennis CourtsResident: $25, Non-resident: $355 Week Session7-9 yrs or10-13 yrsTue, Sept 17 - Tue, Oct 153:45 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. (7-9 yrs)4:45 p.m. - 5:45 p.m. (10-13 yrs)

Winter Basketball League 2014

The Winter Basketball League is a non-competitive, developmental, communityleague. Program goals are to: introduce boys and girls to the

undamentals o basketball

emphasize that playing the gameand being a member o a team aremore important than winning by notestablishing league standings orhaving playos/championship games

encourage personal improvement,sportsmanship and un

provide comparable playing time forall participants

meet new kids from communityand surrounding areas

Coaching Information: Volunteercoaches are always needed, training isprovided. Please contact the TakomaPark Recreation Department i interested

301.891.7282.Team Assignments: Co-ed divisions willreect gender equity based on numbero participants.Special Requests: Must be made inwriting and submitted to the TakomaPark Recreation Department leaguecoordinator. This league always fllsdont wait to register!

Takoma Park Recreation DepartmentResident: $60, Non-resident: $708 Week SessionKindergarten - 8th gradeSat, Jan 18 - Sat, March 158:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Futsal League 2014

Futsal, a sport that is similar to soccer,oers the perect combination olearning and un. It is designed toimprove undamental technique and skilldevelopment during the winter months.Its also a great opportunity to meet

new riends, stayin shape andprepare orthe upcomingseason. Forthe last twoyears, theprogram hasbeen flled to capacitywith a wait list. Please note that programregistration is frst come frst serve andspace is limited to 60 participants perage group. Parents are encouraged toparticipate. Six weeks.

Takoma Park Recreation Center

Gymnasium$606 Week Session7-10 yrs oldSun, Jan 12, - Sun, March 2, 20141 p.m. - 3 p.m.

TRIPS

Fun Day

The Fun Day Program oers excitingfeld trips on scheduled whole dayschool closings. Participants will meetat the Community Center, 7500 Maple

Avenue. Must pack a lunch. Trips,activities and perormers are subject tochange. Space is limited, sign up early.Beore Care and Ater Care are notavailable or this program.

Azalea Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $35, Non-resident: $455-12 yrsThu, September 5, Fri, October 18,

Fri, November 18:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

Youth

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teensCAMPSTeens on the Move Winter EditionDont want to be stuck in the houseduring winter break or tired o goingto the same hang out spots? Break

the routine and have some un! Joinus during winter break as we taketrips to Dave-n-Busters, roller skating,laser tag, go-karting, movies, andmuseums, just to give you an idea.New ideas are always welcome. Teenswill meet at the TP Recreation Centerand TP Community Center. Advancedregistration is required. *Some trips mayrequire admission and/or money orood. Register or one day or all our!

Teen Lounge at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $25/day, Non-resident: $35/day; 1 day each12- 17 yrsThur, Dec 26 - Tue, Dec 3110 a.m. - 3 p.m.

DANCE

Let Your Emotions Be Your RhythmTeen Dance

The Teen Dance Program (Let YourEmotions Be Your Rhythm) will beto educate teens on alternative andcreative methods to displace theiremotions; team work and bondingskills, through dance, workshops, andopen discussions. It is the desire at theconclusion that every member will havelearned new therapeutic movements,

dance techniques, routines, and moreabout themselves as an individual.


Resident: Free,Non-resident: $2014 Week Session12-17 yrsTue, Sept 10 - Thu, Dec 123 pm. - 5 p.m.

Suto Dance (Teens)

The Suto Dance Company has oeredquality dance instruction to all levelssince 1973. Suto oers proessional,well organized dance programs aswell as producing spectacular annualdance perormances. The importanceo technique, musicality and stylingis stressed to all students at any level

o training. Students are encouragedto participate or the entire 32 weekprogram and also the two annual danceperormances. Visit www.sutodance.com or or more inormation call301-871-1000.Co-sponsored by theMontgomery County RecreationDepartment. Instructor: Suto Dance.

Takoma Park Recreation Center

Single Class Range $15-$1815 Week Session12-16 yrsSat, Sept 7 - Sat, Dec 2812:45 p.m. - 2:15 p.m.

DROP-IN

M.A.N.U.P.: Making A New United

People

The programs or MANUP are genderspecifc to enhance male and emale

development through the principleso education, social responsibility,sel-empowerment, and economicawareness. Several programs includeguest speakers, feld trips to variouseducational and un locations, careerdevelopment and more. This mentoringprogram is made possible by countlessvolunteer hours. These mentors work


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Teen Lounge at Takoma ParkCommunity Center

Free15 Week Session11-19 yrsTue, Sept 10 - Tue, Dec 176:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Smashing Smoothies

& Movie Rap Night

Do you like movies? How aboutsmoothies? How much more would you

like them i they were FREE? Join uson the second and ourth Thursday oeach month or Smashing Smoothie RapNight where you can hang out with yourriends, watch movies, make smoothiesand be Takoma Parks own movie critic.Watch the movies and tell us what youthink! You might just win something!


Free6 Week Session12-17 yrsThu, Sept 12 - Thu, Dec 126 p.m. - 8 p.m.

T.G.I.F.F. Thank Goodness

Its Funky Friday

Chill out Every 2nd & 4th Friday withold riends and new ones. Food, un,games, and prizes, what more could

you really want?

Teen Lounge at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterFree7 Week Session12-17 yrsFri, Sept 13 - Fri, Dec 136 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Teen Drop-In Basketball

So you think that you have skills?Takoma Park Recreation Center isthe place to be on Fridays. Showcaseyour cross-over dribble, your smooth

jump shot and your suocating

deense. Our primary goal is to provideyoung people with a positive athleticexperience, allowing them to enjoysuccess through improvement. The by-

product o individual improvement issel-confdence which leads to successin all endeavors. Co-sponsored bythe Montgomery County RecreationDepartment.

Takoma Park Recreation Center GymFree with a membership card15 Week Session12-16 yrsFri, Sept 13 - Fri, Dec 27

5 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Teen Fitness

It does not matter i you are skinny,weak, or the star o your sports team.Shay will show you how to do a workoutappropriate or your ability level. Shaywill concentrate on your cardio andstrength. These 2 healthy and energizingroutines will help you burn calories andstrength while building muscles; to help

you build a lean, healthy body. Co-sponsored by the Montgomery CountyRecreation Department. Instructor: ShayBlanchard

Takoma Park Recreation CenterFree with a membership16 Week Session12-16 yrsMon, Sept 9 - Mon, Dec 306:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Teen Lounge

This special room is or TEENS ONLY!Ages 13 - 17 are welcome to becomemembers to gain access to a 60inch plasma television, X-Box 360games, wii workstations, games and acomortable sitting are or socializingwith riends. A parent/legal guardianmust give consent or children under

age 18 to participate by signing apermission orm complete with rules andregulations.

Teen Lounge, Takoma ParkCommunity Center

Mon - Thur 2:30 - 8:00 p.m.**Fridays 2:30 - 7:00 p.m.

Teen Lounge, Takoma ParkCommunity Center

Free15 Week Session12-17 yrsMon, Sept 9 - Fri, Dec 202:30 p.m. - 8 p.m.

Teen Night

Looking or something exciting to do?The Takoma Park Recreation Centerprovides high quality, aordable, sae

and un activities or teens. Nothing todo on Friday night? Come on out to anight o games, activities and more.Bring your riends or a cheap night outo the house.

Takoma Park Recreation Center GymFree with a membership7 Week Session12-16 yrsFri, Sept 13 - Fri, Dec 27

7:15 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.


Charm School

Teens (ages 13-17) are cordially invitedto attend a FREE 8 week Charm Schoolcourse. Wednesdays, 4 - 5 pm Classestaught will be: Positive Life Skills,Grooming & Style, Respect & Manners,

Appreciation, Dating with Dignity,Conversation Skills & Public Speaking,Workplace Dynamics, Etiquette orSocial Events. Following the course wewill use our new skills to dine out at aancy restaurant in the area.

Hydrangea Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: Free, Non-resident: $108 Week Session13-17 yrsWed, Sept 11 - Wed, Oct 304 p.m. - 5 p.m.

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Illumination: Photography orBeginners, Part 1

You have the power this all and springto tell the world your story using yourvoice, your eye, and your images!Harness the power o photography andsel-expression in this 2-part classdesigned to teach you about yourseland your camera. As a participant inthis course you will explore shooting

on-location, experiment with creativetechniques and develop your eye. Noexperience necessary! Every studentwill compile a portolio o imagery andessays that will uniquely chronicle thistime in their lives and equip them withthe necessary tools to capture thelietime o adventure ahead o them!Must bring own digital camera to class;point and shoot or DSLR ormat.

Hydrangea Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: Free, Non-resident: $256 Week Session12-18 yrsTue, Sept 10 - Tue, Oct 155:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Illumination: Photography or

Beginners, Part 2

You have the power this all and spring

to tell the world your story using yourvoice, your eye, and your images!Harness the power o photography andsel-expression in this 2-part classdesigned to teach you about yoursel

and your camera. As a participant inthis course you will explore shootingon-location, experiment with creativetechniques and develop your eye. Noexperience necessary! Every studentwill compile a portolio o imagery andessays that will uniquely chroniclethis time in their lives and equip themwith the necessary tools to capturethe lietime o adventure ahead o

them! Must bring own digital camerato class; point and shoot or DSLRformat. **Prerequisite: Illumination:Photography or Beginners, Part 1

Hydrangea Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: Free, Non-resident: $256 Week Session12-18 yrsTue, Nov 12 - Tue, Dec 17

5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Job Training: Resume Writing

and Mock Interviews

Job training programs or teens andyoung adults provide critical job trainingand placement services. With thenational unemployment or adults at8.3 percent and the unemployment rateor young adults ages 16 to 19 at 35.2percent as o July 2012, it is difcult

or young adults with little education ortraining to secure a job that will allowthem to be fnancially independent. Thistraining will help teens to understand theormat o creating a resume, participate

in mock interviews and receiveevaluations rom instructors.


Resident: Free, Non-resident: $106 Week Session12-17 yrsMon, Sept 16 - Mon, Oct 213 p.m. - 4 p.m.

Rotating MAC Sotware

Instruction or Teens

Hey Teens! Interested in getting to knowyour mac just a little better? Would

you like to learn how create sketchesdigitally? How about create your ownmusic with GarageBand then make yourown video with Final Cut Pro? Becomeyour very own producer! Sign up today!Each class session will cover a dierentsoftware to include:

Inkscape Final Cut Pro Motion

Google Sketchup GarageBand

Multi Media Lab at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: Free, Non-resident: $205 Week Session12-17 yrsMon, Sept 9 - Mon, Oct 73:30 p.m. - 4:30 p.m.

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SAT Preparation:

Reading and Writing

This course is designed to cover theCritical Reading and Writing Sections

applicable to the SAT test. Students willreceive valuable test-taking strategiesand knowledge building strategiesto help improve their score. Whenstudents complete the course, theyshould be able to organize thoughtsor a timed essay, interpret selectedreading passages, diverse vocabulary,determine the necessary skill needed oreach question. In addition, this courseis designed to pinpoint the studentsstrengths and weaknesses, drill withpractice quizzes, and review techniquesthat will help you identiy question typesand apply appropriate strategies orsuccess. Monitor your progress andchart your improvements. Build the realconfdence to tackle the reading andwriting sections o the SAT.

Lilac Room at Takoma ParkCommunity Center

Resident: Free, Non-resident: $106 Week Session13-17 yrsMon, Sept 9 - Mon, Oct 147 p.m. - 8 p.m.

MULTI MEDIA

City TV Academy: Documentary

Learn Electronic News Gathering (ENG)production, videography, and editing in

this 7 week course. No Class 11/9 &11/30.

Multi Media LabResident: $50, Non-resident: $607 Week Session12- 17 yrsSat, Sept 7 - Sat, Oct 19 orSat, Oct 26 - Sat, Dec 2110 a.m. - Noon

City TV Academy: PSA ProductionLearn to script and produce PublicService Announcements. Must havealready completed City TV Academy:Documentarycourse.

Multi Media LabResident: $50, Non-resident: $606 Week Session12-18 yrs

Sat, Oct 26 - Sat, Dec 141 p.m. - 3 p.m.

SPECIAL EVENTS

Back to School Summer Blowout

Teen ONLY Dance

EXCLUSIVE TEEN ONLY EVENT!School is back in session andwere excited! Come celebrateand start this new school

year o right! This isone end othe summer bash you dont want tomiss! Special Invite to Junior Highand High School Students (under age18) DRESS CODE WILL BE STRICTLYENFORCED! Student ID Required. NoSagging Pants. No Backpacks. NoPurses. Enjoy the DJ and rereshments.

Takoma Park Recreation Center Gym

Free11-17 yrsFri, September 13, 20138 p.m. - Midnight

WORKSHOPS

Make your own Dream Catchers

In some traditions, dream catcherswere intended to protect the sleepingindividual rom negative dreams, whileletting positive dreams through. Madeout o naturally ound materials, theseorganic creations also serve as areminder that we are all connected tothe web o lie. In this workshop, wewill create our own personal dreamcatchers. Feel ree to bring any naturalobjects that you may already have.Supplies are included. Instructor: HillaryBanachowski. Must be accompanied byan adult; manual dexterity required.

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $45, Non-resident: $551 day

8 and upSat, Sept 2110 a.m. - Noon

Mandala Art

A mandala is a work o art, and in

some cultures a meditation tool. Theyhave been created and used sincethe beginning o time, by culturesall over the world. In this workshop,participants will learn a brie historyabout mandalas and the variety o waysthey can be utilized. Well also createour own personal mandalas usingpaints, markers, magazine scraps, oundobjects, etc. No artistic experiencenecessary! Supplies are included.Instructor: Hillary Banachowski

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adultsARTCeramics (Fridays)Come make bowls, vases, mosaics,tiles, sculpture heads, clay animals andmore. Your imagination is your only

limit! All glazes are ood sae. Tools andother materials provided. There is a $15materials ee due to the instructor on therst day of class. Instructor: Alice Sims,

Art or the People

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $80, Non-resident: $1008 Week Session16 yrs and up

Fri, Oct 4 - Fri, Nov 2211:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Ceramics (Mondays)

Learn to sculpt and cast heads and fgures.Learn techniques or larger sculpture. Toolsand other materials provided. There is a$15 materials ee due to the instructor onthe rst day of class. Instructor: Alice Sims,

Art or the People

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $80, Non-resident: $1008 Week Session16 yrs and upMon, Sept 30 - Mon, Nov 2511:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.

Ceramics (Wednesdays)

Receive instruction on using the potterswheel. Participants will make cups,

bowls and dishes. Tools and othermaterials provided. There is a $15materials ee due to the instructor on therst day of class. Instructor: Alice Sims,

Art or the People

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $80, Non-resident: $1008 Week Session16 yrs and upWed, Oct 2 - Wed, Nov 206 p.m. - 8 p.m.Collage

Have un working with ound,purchased and altered papers, whilelearning how collage methods canenhance your art making process,whatever medium you use. This classexplores ways o combining collagematerials and art media. You will

be introduced to a variety o collagetechniques, work with elements andprincipals o design, and explore creativetwo and three dimensional assembly.Instruction will be given in suracepreparation, adhesives, color theoryand composition and is suitable orbeginners, as well as more experiencedstudents. Basic materials (adhesives,supports, papers and paints) will beavailable (some personal or oundcollage elements may be desirablein addition to materials provided). Amaterials ee o $30, paid directly to theinstructor, will be due on the frst day oclass. Six weeks. Instructor: Katie DellKauman

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $210, Non-resident: $2406 Week Session

16 yrs and upTue, Sept 10 - Tue, Oct 15 orTue, Oct 29 - Tue, Dec 1711 a.m. - 2 p.m.

Encaustic Collage Weekend

Workshop (9/28 - 9/29)

Encaustic collage is a collage mediumthat uses bees wax as an adhesiveand allows or layering o papers and

lightweight ound materials as a baseor over painting with oil and encausticpaint. This workshop will cover collagelayering processes using translucentand opaque papers and sculpturaleects that can be created with thewax with stencils, stamps and incising.Ways to enhance your collage withencaustic paint will be introduced,as well as principles o layering waxand wax based paint over absorbentsuraces such as wood, cloth, canvasand watercolor paper. All materials willbe provided or the $40.00 materialsee, including all substrates, medium,brushes and paint. A letter o optionalcollage materials to bring will be sentout after you register. Instructor: KatieDell Kauman

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity Center

Resident: $230, Non-resident: $2602 day16 yrs and upSat, Sept 28 - Sun, Sept 299:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.


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DANCE

Suto Dance (Adult)

The Suto Dance Company has oeredquality dance instruction to all levelssince 1973. Suto oers proessional,well organized dance programs aswell as producing spectacular annualdance perormances. The importanceo technique, musicality and stylingis stressed to all students at any levelo training. Students are encouragedto participate or the entire 32 weekprogram and also the two annual danceperormances. For more inormation

call 301-871-1000. Co-sponsored bythe Montgomery County RecreationDepartment. Instructor Suto Dance.

Takoma Park Recreation Center GymSingle Class Range $15-$1815 Week Session16 yrs and upSat, Sept 7 - Sat, Dec 281:15 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.


GRE Crash Course

Dreaming o graduate school butdreading the GRE? Unsure o how toget started? The GRE Crash Courseis designed or students who need a

jumpstart on studying, guidance onhow to get started, or a math reresher.Course book: GRE Math Simplied with

Video Solutions. Materials ee (book) o$25 will need to be paid to the instructoron the frst day o class.

Azalea Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $50, Non-resident: $602 Day Session18 yrs and upSat, Oct 5 - Sat, Oct 1210 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Writing Your Way Home

Have you always wanted to write but hadno idea where to start? Do you yearn topursue your art but eel like you have no

time? Overscheduled lives and ear canmislead us into believing we dont havetime and space to nurture our artisticselves. This workshop will show you

how to unearth blocks to your creativityand help you become reacquainted withyour creative core. Using both art andwriting exercises, learn how to claimyour artistic space, banish inner critics,reclaim your voice, and develop concreteplans to urther your creative journey. Noprevious experience necessary.

Hydrangea Room at Takoma ParkCommunity Center

Resident: $40, Non-resident: $501 day18 yrs and upSat, Sept 2110 a.m. - 1 p.m.

ENVIRONMENTAL

Community Garden

Volunteers are always welcome. Youwill gain hands-on experience about

how to grow ood as you work alongsidegarden veterans. Our team o volunteersrom the neighborhood community,environmental change-makers and otherarea organizations tend, harvest, seed,and water the garden together (and havea great social time doing it!). Installationparties are on selected Saturdays in springand all. We welcome your help with thegarden. Coordinator: Todd Leavitt

Takoma Park RecreationCenter OutdoorsFree16 yrs and upSat, Sept 14 - Sat, Oct 268 a.m. - 9:30 a.m.

Extending your Growing Season

All Year Long

The pleasure o growing your own ooddoesnt have to stop just because the

weather is getting cooler. In this classwell learn about the many crops thatpreer cool temperatures and the variousmethods that can be implemented orinsulating and growing healthy, delicious

food all four seasons. Instructor: HillaryBanachowski


Resident: $35, Non-resident: $451 Day16 yrs and upSat, Oct 1210 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.How to Make a Natural Tapestry

Using Earths Gits

Weaving a is a meditative way to makeuse o an abundance o dried treasures

in the Fall, and to bring a bit o thenatural world into your home. Usingnatural ound objects, well weavetogether tapestries to create works oart. Instructor: Hillary Banachowski

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $45 Non-resident: $551 day16 yrs and up

Sat, Nov 1610 a.m. - NoonWild Woman Nature Spirit Dolls

Using objects ound in nature, we willcreate dolls using branches, roots, pods,eathers, abric, charms and more.Supplies are included but eel ree tobring any charms, beads or abric youdesire. No artistic experience necessary!Instructor: Hillary Banachowski.

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $45, Non-resident: $551 day16 yrs and upSat, Nov 210 a.m. - Noon

FITNESS

Aerobics: Cardio-Intense

Groove & Strength

Heart-pumping AND easy to ollow,Hi-Low Aerobics ows to the beat ofa great sound system. 50 minutes ohigh-energy moves interspersed with

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moments that really make you sweat!Following the beat liberates the bodyand mind to move in the moment. Revelin a free ow of endorphins - your own

"eel-good" chemicals. You deserve theone and only Hi-Low Aerobics High!Muscle-building Strength work withresistance tools ollows, and then a well-earned stretch. No class on 11/11

Dance Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $60, Non-resident: $706 Week Session16 yrs and up

Mon, Sept 9 - Mon, Oct 14 orMon, Oct 21 - Mon, Dec 26:10 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

Intermediate Yoga (Iyengar)

For the Intermediate student, IyengarYoga takes one deeper into the poses.As one gains strength and stabilityone moves towards the alignment andharmony o the body and the mindand eventually the mind with the soul.

This Iyengar Yoga class will introducethe more advanced poses and includeinversions. The class is appropriate orthose who have a frm oundation onLevel I (Beginners class). Introductorypranayama (breathing) will be includedin the session. Mats and props areprovided. Instructor: Tesheen Chettri.


Resident: $150, Non-resident: $17015 Week Session18 yrs and upTue, Sept 10 - Tue, Dec 177:30 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Introduction to Qi Gong

(Energy Work)

Explore gentle ancient Chinese movementsthat increase basic health, mind/body

coordination, stress reduction, bloodcirculation and muscle joint strength.Experience your own "QI" or "vital energy"and learn how to draw energy romnature in Animal Walking, Sunlight, and

other forms of Qi Gong. No experience isnecessary to learn and enjoy the beneftsof Qi Gong throughout life.

Dance Room at Takoma Park

Community CenterResident: $75, Non-resident: $856 Week Session16 yrs and upWed, Sept 18 - Wed, Oct 237:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

Jazzercise

Jazzercise is the art o Jazz combinedwith the science o exercise physiology.

Each 60-70 minute class includeseasy to ollow un aerobic-danceroutines, weights or muscle strengthand stretching exercises all to thebeat o great music. The music rangesrom oldies to jazz to the newest poptunes. For more inormation contact301.351.4575. Co-sponsored bythe Montgomery County RecreationDepartment. Instructor: Jazzercise.

Takoma Park Recreation Center Gym $45 monthly, $50 joining fee,12-month minimum

$50 monthly, $75 joining fee,6-month minimum

$15 single visit18 Week Session16 yrs and upWed, Sept 4 - Mon, Dec 307 p.m. - 8 p.m. M/W8 a.m. - 9 a.m. Sat

Ladies Boot Camp I

A total body program that includesa circuit o drills such as jumping

jacks, running, push-ups, squats,crunches and weight training. Achallenging workout within a quickhour. Students are required to bringtheir own mat. Co-sponsored bythe Montgomery County

Recreation Department.Eight weeks. Max.25/Min.10. Instructor: KJ

Total Fitness. Sign up or one or bothsessions!

Takoma Park Recreation Center Gym$85

8 Week Session16 yrs and upTue, Sept 10 - Thu, Oct 31 orTue, Nov 5 - Thu, Dec 266:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Pilates

A un and invigorating workout thatteaches controlled movements utilizingthe bodys coreabdomen, back, and

hips. Pilates improves core control,coordination, standing alignment andbalance with mat exercises. Pilates isthe ultimate mind-body exercise oranyone who wants to tone, streamline,and realign their body. Co-sponsoredby the Montgomery County RecreationDepartment. Six week sessions. Max.10/Min. 3. Instructor: Nancy Nickell.Students are required to bring their ownmat and hand weights.

Takoma Park Recreation CenterFront Room$606 Week Session16 yrs and upWed, Sept 11 - Wed, Oct 16 orWed, Oct 30 - Wed, Dec 46 p.m. - 7 p.m.

Pilates II

Strengthen your abdominals ads well asyour glutes, backs and shoulders. Wewill build long lean muscles using

a variety o toolsand approaches.A challenging

workout that issurprisingly

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stronger more exible core and betterposture that will beneft you 24 hours aday. Participants are required to bringa mat and their own 3lb. weights. Max.

10/Min. 3. Instructor: Nancy NickellTakoma Park Recreation CenterFront Room$606 Week Session16 yrs and upTue, Sept 10 - Tue, Oct 15 orTue, Oct 29 - Tue, Dec 36:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Tai Chi Chuan(Continuing with Tai Chi)

Tai Chi Chuan is oten reerred to asmoving meditation and oers manyhealth and relaxation benefts to peopleo all ages. Regular practice can improveposture, balance, coordination, strength,exibility, cardiovascular tness andconcentration. This class is or studentswho have learned the basic orm and wantto continue refning their Tai Chi skills.

Twelve weeks. Instructor: Andy Unger

Dance Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $70, Non-resident: $8012 Week Session18 yrs and upThu, Sept 12 - Thu, Dec 58:15 p.m. - 9:10 p.m.

Tai Chi Chuan (Tai Chi Basics)

Tai Chi Chuan is oten reerred to asmoving meditation and oers manyhealth and relaxation benefts to peopleo all ages. Regular practice can improveposture, balance, coordination, strength,exibility, cardiovascular tness andconcentration. In this introductory classthe ocus is on tai chi principles andhow they help us relax and make ourbodies stronger, more exible and more

efcient. Section One o the orm isintroduced. Twelve weeks. Instructor:Andy Unger


Resident: $70,Non-resident: $8012 Week Session18 yrs and up

Thu, Sept 12 - Thu, Dec 56:15 p.m. - 7:10 p.m.

Tai Chi Chuan (The Tai Chi Form)

Tai Chi Chuan is o ten reerred to asmoving meditation and oers manyhealth and relaxation benefts to peopleo all ages. Regular practice can improveposture, balance, coordination, strength,exibility, cardiovascular tness andconcentration. This class teaches theremaining postures in the 37-postureorm and how to harmonize dierentversions o the orm which studentsmay have learned earlier. Twelve weeks.Instructor: Andy Unger.

Dance Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $70, Non-resident: $8012 Week Session18 yrs and up

Thu, Sept 12 - Thu, Dec 57:15 p.m. - 8:10 p.m.

Yoga or Beginners (Iyengar)

Yoga can be all about strength andexibility, but more importantly it isabout awareness and alignment. Asyou work with your body throughoutthe oundation poses in this class,you will also develop the qualities o

attentiveness and quietness o the mind.Mats and props will be provided tomake each pose accessible to all levelsof exibility. Wear comfortable clothing(not too baggy) and come on an emptystomach. Instructor: Tesheen Chettri

Dance Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $150,Non-resident: $170

15 Week Session18 yrs and upTue, Sept 10 - Tue, Dec 176 p.m. - 7:15 p.m.

Yoga Nidra:

Meditation and Relaxation

Feeling stressed, atigued, or just needto relax? This meditative yoga practice

helps reduce stress, increases generalphysical and mental well-being andbrings greater joy and ease into everydaylie. Practitioners report decreases ininsomnia, anxiety and chronic pain,as well as increases in energy levels,more restul sleep and overall well-being. Students are guided through themeditation while lying on a yoga matand blankets or seated in a comortableposition. This systematic practice usespositive afrmations, visualization,awareness o the body, breath, and sel-inquiry. Each student should bring theirown yoga mat, a ew blankets, and apillow. Instructor: Carol Mermey. Max.16, Min. 5. No class on 10/14 or 11/11

Dance Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $60, Non-resident: $705 Week Session

16 yrs and upMon, Sept 16 - Mon, Oct 21 orMon, Nov 4 - Mon, Dec 97:30 p.m. - 8:45 p.m.

Zumba

Are you ready to party yoursel intoshape? Thats exactly what the Zumbaprogram is all about. Its an exhilarating,eective, easy-to-ollow, Latin-inspired,

calorie-burning dance ftness-partythats moving people toward joy andhealth. Zumba fuses hypnotic Latinrhythms and easy-to-ollow moves tocreate a one-o-a-kind ftness programthat will blow you away. Co-sponsoredby the Montgomery County RecreationDepartment. Four weeks. Maximum 25,minimum 5. Instructor: Unique Fitness**Drop-in option oered or each classor $10 per person/per class.

Takoma Park Recreation Center Gym$4016 yrs and upWed, Sept 11 - Sat, Oct 5 or

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Wed, Oct 16 - Wed, Nov 13 orWed, Nov 20 - Wed, Dec 18Wed, 6 p.m. - 6:55 p.m.Sat, 9:15 a.m. - 10:15 a.m.

MULTI MEDIA

Video Editing with Final Cut Pro:

Advanced

Learn how to take advantage o themore powerul tools within Final CutStudio including motion, Color, and DVDStudio Pro to create 3D graphics, colorgrade video and author your own DVD.Instructor: John Pitt

Multi Media LabResident: $150, Non-resident: $1706 Week Session12 yrs and upThu, Sept 5 - Thu, Oct 10 orThu, Oct 17 - Thu, Nov 217 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.


Intermediate

This course involves a brie review osome Final Cut Pro interace basics.The course will cover some o the moreadvanced concepts in Final Cut Pro suchas keyraming, motion eects, colorcorrection, composition, flters, slowmotion, and graphic manipulation. Sixweeks. Instructor: John Pitt. Minimum4, Maximum 8 **This class meets onMondays & Wednesdays.

Multi Media LabResident: $110, Non-resident: $1303 Week Session12 yrs and upMon, Sept 9 - Wed, Sept 25 orMon, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 237:45 p.m. - 9:15 p.m.


Beginner

Introduction to video editing using

Apples latest version o Final Cut Pro.Participants will learn the generalinterace, keyboard shortcuts and allpertinent terminology. Learn how tocreate and organize projects, log and

capture video, add transitions andeects, basic text manipulation and timeline based storytelling. Instructor: JohnPitt. Minimum 4, Maximum 7. **This

class meets on Mondays & Wednesdays,6 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

Multi Media LabResident: $85, Non-resident: $953 Week Session12 yrs and upMon, Sept 9 - Wed, Sept 25 orMon, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 236 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.

WORKSHOPSCreate Your Own Healing Bath Salts

Baths are a great way to unwind rom abusy day.... no matter what the season.Its inexpensive, easy and un to makebath treats or yoursel or a git. In thisclass we will learn how to blend soothingherbal bath potions that heal, nourishand pamper the body, mind and spirit.Instructor: Hillary Banachowski

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $45, Non-resident: $551 day16 yrs and upSat, Dec 710 a.m. - Noon

Creating Herbal Vinegar

Gits or the Holidays

Giving a homemade git or the holidaysthat can be used or cooking is a gitthat keeps on giving. Herbal Vinegarsadd a whole new twist to meals andcontain healing properties or goodhealth at the same time. Bring adecorative bottle or jar o your choice.Instructor: Hillary Banachowski

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $45 Non-resident: $551 day16 yrs and upSat, Dec 1410 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Fall Soil Prep or a

Bountiul Spring Harvest

In the past, back breaking labor was arequirement or reach and ready garden

soil...but not anymore. Sheet mulching isthe process o building up and preparingthe soil in the Fall and letting naturedo the rest, without all the digging.Instructor: Hillary Banachowski

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $35, Non-resident: $451 day16 yrs and up

Sat, Oct 510 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Make Your Own Dream

Catchers

In some traditions,dream catchers wereintended to protect thesleeping individual romnegative dreams, whileletting positive dreams

through. Made out onaturally ound materials,these organic creationsalso serve as a reminderthat we are all connectedto the web o lie. In thisworkshop, we will createour own personal dreamcatchers. Feel ree to bringany natural objects that you

may already have. Suppliesare included. Instructor:Hillary Banachowski.Must be accompanied byan adult; manualdexterity required.

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Resident: $45,Non-resident: $551 day16 yrs and up

Sat, Sept 2110 a.m. - Noon

Mandala Art

A mandala isa work o art, andin some cultures ameditation tool. They havebeen created and used since thebeginning o time, by cultures all overthe world. In this workshop, participantswill learn a brie history about mandalasand the variety o ways they can beutilized. Well also create our ownpersonal mandalas using paints,markers, magazine scraps, oundobjects, etc. No artistic experiencenecessary! Supplies are included.Instructor: Hillary Banachowski


Resident: $45, Non-resident: $551 day16 yrs and upSat, Sept 710 a.m. - Noon

Primitive Skills Series:

The Art o Camoufage

Have you ever come upon an animalin the woods and wondered how it

blends into its environment so well?In this workshop, we learn about whycamouage is so important to animalsand the many ways that are utilizedto hide one sel. We will also have theopportunity to see how well we cancamouage ourselves too. Wear play

clothes, and be preparedto have un and get

muddy! Instructor:Hillary Banachowski

Art Room atTakoma Park

Community CenterResident: $25,

Non-resident: $351 day

16 yrs and upSat, Sept 14

10 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Primitive Skills Series: MakingDebris Shelters

The amazing thing about the naturalworld is that everything is recycled andcan be reused. Did you know that youcan create a primitive shelter that willkeep you warm and dry out o allenbranches and leaves? Debris shelters,or huts, require no tools to build andthe materials are all things that can beound outside. In this workshop, we will

learn how to build a debris shelter andmake one together. Instructor: HillaryBanachowski

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $25, Non-resident: $351 day16 yrs and upSat, Sept 2810 a.m. - 11 a.m.

Printmaking with

Recycled Materials

The abundance and variety o wackymaterials that can be used orprintmaking is unlimited. The main

ingredient is creativity and a willingnessto try new things! In this class, wewill experiment with using all kinds orecycled materials to make abstract

masterpieces. No artistic experiencenecessary. Supplies are included.Instructor: Hillary Banachowski

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $45 Non-resident: $551 day16 yrs and upSat, Nov 2310 a.m. - Noon

Make Your Own Fabulous Masks

Masks have been used in ceremonysince time began. It is said that when weput on a mask, we take on the qualitieso that person or thing. Just in time orthe upcoming holiday, or any occasion,we will make masks out o plaster usingour own aces as the mold and createand decorate them using recycledmaterials, paint, eathers and other

treasures. Bring a towel and bandanato hold hair back. No artistic experiencenecessary! Supplies are included.Instructor: Hillary Banachowski

Art Room at Takoma ParkCommunity CenterResident: $45, Non-resident: $551 da

Documents

2013 Fall Recreation Guide