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New OWLS FROM TUFT TO TAIL Although many of us rarely see owls in the wild, they are fascinating birds of prey. The owl will be discussed from top to bottom, giving you a better understanding of these aviators of the night. You will dissect an owl pellet as part of a discussion about their diet and attempt to reconstruct the bones found in the pellet to determine what was ingested. Appropriate for ages 9 through adult. Instructor: Kathy Gingerich. Monday, June 25, 6:00-7:30 pm Roof Park, Fairview Twp. – large pavilion Cost: $11; discounted resident rate: $9

CANINE GOOD CITIZENA certification program designed to reward dogs who have good manners at home and in the community. The Canine Good Citizen Program is a two-part program that stresses responsible pet ownership for owners and basic good manners for dogs. All handler/dog teams that pass the test receive a certificate from the American Kennel Club (AKC). The handler must be at least 10 years old. Bring a 6 ft. nylon or leather leash, a well-fitting collar, treats or toy, water, patience and a positive attitude. Instructor: Doug Parson, Gut Hunds Dog Training. Wednesdays, 7:30-8:30 pm June 13 – July 25 (no 7/4) Lower Allen Community Park – Fernlawn Pavilion Cost: $78; discounted resident rate: $65

PUPPY/DOG TRAINING 101Learn how to train your dog (10 weeks and older) to respond to basic commands such as sit, down, drop, etc. Topics such as walking on a loose leash, biting, chewing, dog/human body language, games and many others will also be covered. The handler must be at least 10 years old, but the entire family is encouraged to attend the session to observe. Bring a 6 ft. nylon or leather leash, a well-fitting collar, treats or toy, water, patience and a positive attitude. Instructor: Doug Parson, Gut Hunds Dog Training. Wednesdays, 6-7 pm June 13 – July 25 (no 7/4) Lower Allen Community Park – Fernlawn Pavilion Cost: $86; discounted resident rate: $72

AMERICAN hEART CPR & AED – Newest Format!

This Heartsaver Course combines the newly revised CPR skills training with instruction in using an automatic external defibrillator. Ages 12 and older will learn skills in adult, child and infant CPR as well as choking procedures for all age levels. Course includes practice sessions, workbook and two skill reminder cards for future reference. Certification is valid for two years. No refunds available after class starts. Please use main lower entrance to Township building. Instructor: Dave Crossley. Monday & Tuesday, 6-8 pm July 9 & 10 Lower Allen Emergency Services Bldg - 2233 Gettysburg Rd Cost: $52; discounted resident rate: $43

New PAINT A ChAIR WORKShOPHave you ever wanted to decorate a wood chair but never had time, space, materials or know how? Here’s your chance to receive artistic instruction while having fun painting your chair in any funky, creative way you want! Bring in your own old wood chair; all other materials are provided. Great activity for parent and child (ages 9 and older), siblings or friends to do together! Up to two people may work on a chair. Instructor: Laura Basso. Tuesdays, 6-8 pm June 12 – July 10 (no 7/3) Basso Art Studio – 315 Bridge St, New Cumberland Cost: $89; discounted resident rate: $74

New WRAPPED LEAThER BRACELETLearn how to create a popular wrapped leather bracelet, using your choice of leather and beads. These popular bracelets are stylish, versatile, fun to wear and make great gifts. Arrive early to allow plenty of time to make your selections before class begins. Cost of materials will vary according to selection, but plan on a minimum cost of approximately $15. Ages 13 & up. Instructor: The Potomac Bead Co. Wednesday, June 13, 5-7 pm Potomac Bead Co. – 54 W Main St, Mechanicsburg Cost: $30; discounted resident rate: $25

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SMOOTh DANCING FOR BEGINNERS 5Waltz, Fox Trot and Tango across the dance floor with your partner. These easy slow ballroom dances are great fun and a good place to start if you are new to ballroom dancing. Partner preferred but not required. Instructor: Ballroom Break. Mondays, 6-7 pm June 4 – July 2 Ballroom Break, Lewisberry Cost: $77; discounted resident rate: $64 per person

LATIN DANCING FOR BEGINNERS 5Rumba and Cha-Cha your way to more fun on the dance floor! Learn the hot Salsa (Mambo) and the always popular Swing.You never had this much fun exercising! Partner preferred but not required. Instructor: Ballroom Break. Mondays, 7-8 pm June 4 – July 2 Ballroom Break, Lewisberry Cost: $77; discounted resident rate: $64 per person

BALLROOM SAMPLER 5“dancing is the ultimate exercise . . . cleverly disguised as fun.” Swing into a fun class with your partner while sampling the other fun and popular dances of Waltz, Fox Trot, and Rumba. Partner preferred but not required. Instructor: Ballroom Break. Mondays, 7-8 pm July 16 – August 13 Ballroom Break - Lewisberry Cost: $77; discounted resident rate: $64 per person

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BRAIDING Learn the ancient craft of Japanese braiding to create a bracelet of woven satin cord, choosing from among a variety of color options. It’s a fun technique to learn, and will open your mind to endless creative options for future projects. Arrive early to allow plenty of time to choose your materials before class begins. Cost will vary with choices, but plan on a minimum cost of approximately $15-20. Ages 13 & up. Instructor: The Potomac Bead Co. Tuesday, July 10, 5-7 pm Potomac Bead Co. – 54 W Main St, Mechanicsburg Cost: $22; discounted resident rate: $18

New LEAThER & ChAIN BRACELETCreate a stunning bracelet using leather and chain, choosing from a variety of colors of leather and several chain options. These bracelets are easy to make, and look gorgeous. Arrive early to allow plenty of time to choose your materials before class begins. Cost of materials will vary according to selection, but plan on a minimum cost of approximately $20. Ages 13 & up. Instructor: The Potomac Bead Co. Wednesday, August 15, 5-7 pm Potomac Bead Co. – 54 W Main St, Mechanicsburg Cost: $24; discounted resident rate: $20

CIRCLE TIMEAges 2-3 years will enjoy songs and activities all related to imaginative weekly themes. Child must be 2 years of age prior to the first class and should dress in comfortable clothing and sneakers. Parental assistance may be needed. Instructor: Kinderdance. Tuesdays, 9:30-10:15 am A. May 22 – June 26 B. July 10 – August 14 Essex House – 20 N 12th St, Lemoyne Cost: $73; discounted resident rate: $61

KINDER TOTS This activity is designed especially for two year olds to develop gross motor skills, creativity through movement, and body awareness while having fun learning numbers, colors, shapes, and songs. Child must be 2 years of age prior to class. Parental assistance may be needed. Instructor: Kinderdance.Day: A. Wednesdays, 9:00-9:30 am July 11 – August 15 Fishing Creek Salem U.M. Church – 402 Valley Rd, Etters

Eve: B. Thursdays, 6:15-6:45 pm July 12 – August 16 West Shore Recreation Office Building – 2nd floor Cost: $50; discounted resident rate: $42

SUMMER BLAST JUNIORChildren ages 4-6 (must be age 4 by June 18) will have fun learning some of the playground games the big kids play as well as take time to bring out their creative side with a variety of craft projects. Class space is limited so register early. Children should bring water, a snack and wear sunscreen. Instructor: Sherri Marinus. Tuesdays (except first day) & Thursdays, 9 am – 12 noon June 20 – July 26 (class held Wed & Thu first week) Roof Park – small pavilion near township building Cost: $166; discounted resident rate: $138

New GETTING READY FOR KINDERGARTEN

Is your child beginning Kindergarten this fall? Make the summer beneficial as he or she enjoys participating in a fun activity with other new classmates! The children will be taught letters, sounds, numbers, patterns, shapes, handwriting, sharing, interacting appropriately with others, and separation from family. There will also be singing and crafts mixed in to keep our routine age-appropriate. Children should bring water, a snack and wear sunscreen. Certified Teacher: Shelley Rhodes-Rabuck. Mondays, Wednesdays & Fridays, 9:00-11:30 am July 16 – August 10 New Cumberland Borough Park – pavilion #4 Cost: $89; discounted resident rate: $74

WILD & WACKY SCIENCE Kids, 5-10 years, get ready for science like you have never seen it before. This year we are trying some new (and even wilder) ideas. We will be setting off a class rocket, exploding a geyser ON WHEELS, making worms, more slime, experimenting with bubbles, solving some CSI kid-mysteries, making snow --- in JULY, and more. Students who also register for Cooking Club may stay with the instructor between the two classes. Instructor: Kristi Mundis. Monday – Thursday, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm July 16 – 19 Cedar Cliff High School – room 12 (art room) Cost: $68; discounted resident rate: $57

COOKING CLUB Bring your appetite to this popular class because each day you will be creating your own lunch! We will have breakfast-for-lunch day, Mexican fiesta party with tacos, quesadilla, and/or nachos, All-American day with fruit salad, pigs in a blanket, grilled cheese, and home-made macaroni. Saving the best for last, the final day features delightful desserts, such as home-made ice cream, chocolate wonders, and more. Don’t worry parents, homemade pizza comes first! For ages 5-10. Instructor: Kristi Mundis. Monday – Thursday, 12-1 pm July 16 – 19 Cedar Cliff High School – room 12 (art room) Cost: $68; discounted resident rate: $57

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INCREDIBLE ART Explore different drawing techniques as we use a variety of mediums. Ages 7-9 will sketch with charcoal, draw with watercolor pencils, and use oil paints. Instructor: Jilann Barker. Thursdays, 6-7 pm July 12 – August 2 Washington Heights Elementary School – cafeteria Cost: $48; discounted resident rate: $40

BONSAI WORKShOP FOR YOUThYouth ages 10-15 will have fun learning the art of Bonsai in this one hour workshop! Includes hands-on trimming and training of their own potted Bonsai that they’ll get to take home. Provides a great gift giving opportunity for mom, dad, or a grandparent! Instructor: Barbara Forgas. Wednesday, June 6, 6:30-7:30 pm South Point School House – 763 Siddonsburg Rd, Lewisberry Cost: $72; discounted resident rate: $60

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Designs are carved into the gourd to make your part of the art work easy. Everyone will take home their own bird house gourd in time for spring nesting birds. Seeds inside the gourd will assure they attract birds. For ages 12 & up. Instructor: Barbara Forgas. Thursday, May 31, 6:00-7:30 pm South Point School House – 763 Siddonsburg Rd, Lewisberry Cost: $30; discounted resident rate: $25

PET FIRST AID CAMP For ages 8-12. If your child spends a lot of time with the family pet, then give him or her the tools to handle a pet emergency. This camp is designed to do just that. Course content includes, but isn’t limited to, vital signs, CPR, bandaging, shock, poisons, medical conditions triage (what constitutes an emergency situation), bleeding management, prevention of illness and injury, the importance of early veterinary care, the appropriate restraining of an injured animal, and creating an effective first aid kit. Your child will receive a first aid book created especially for children. Instructor: Doug Parson, Gut Hunds Dog Training. Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, 9:00-11:30 am July 10-12 Essex House – 20 N 12th St, Lemoyne Cost: $59; discounted resident rate: $49

BABYSITTING CERTIFICATION Girls and boys ages 11-14 can become certified through this American Red Cross program, which covers the skills, functions and first aid for a responsible babysitter. Sitters each receive an informative handbook and CD for reference and a certification card. Bring a packed lunch and a baby doll if you have one. Instructor: Cathy Wagaman. Sunday, June 24, 9:30 am-3:30 pm West Shore Recreation Commission Office Cost: $74; discounted resident rate: $62

BONSAI WORKShOPEnjoy the hands on training as you learn how to care for and trim your own potted Bonsai. Common sense plant care including soil types, fertilizers, insect control and wiring will be discussed so you can keep the plant you will take home healthy and happy! The Art of Bonsai is extremely relaxing and meditative. Instructor: Barbara Forgas. Thursday, June 7, 6:30-7:30 pm South Point School House – 763 Siddonsburg Rd, Lewisberry Cost: $72; discounted resident rate: $60

WOMEN’S SELF-DEFENSEGain confidence as you learn to use skills and techniques to avoid a threatening situation. If the attack can’t be avoided, you will learn to handle the most common attacks that occur on the street. This will include defenses against chokes, headlocks, punches, grips and slams. Front and rear gun defenses as well as defending against knives, bats and clubs will also be covered. Instructor: Doug Parson. Thursdays, 6:30-7:30 pm June 7 – July 12 West Shore Recreation Office Building – 2nd floor Cost: $82; discounted resident rate: $73

New PAINT A ChAIR WORKShOPHave you ever wanted to decorate a wood chair but never had time, space, materials or know how? Here’s your chance to receive artist instruction while having fun painting your chair in any funky, creative way you want! Bring in your own old wood chair; all other materials are provided. Great activity for parent and child (ages 9 and older), siblings or friends to do together! Up to two people may work on a chair. Instructor: Laura Basso. Tuesdays, 6-8 pm June 12 – July 10 (no 7/3) Basso Art Studio – 315 Bridge St, New Cumberland Cost: $89; discounted resident rate: $74

New WRAPPED LEAThER BRACELETLearn how to create a popular wrapped leather bracelet, using your choice of leather and beads. These popular bracelets are stylish, versatile, fun to wear and make great gifts. Arrive early to allow plenty of time to make your selections before class begins. Cost of materials will vary according to selection, but plan on a minimum cost of approximately $15. Ages 13 & up. Instructor: The Potomac Bead Co. Wednesday, June 13, 5-7 pm Potomac Bead Co. – 54 W Main St, Mechanicsburg Cost: $30; discounted resident rate: $25

New KUMIhIMO BRAIDING Learn the ancient craft of Japanese braiding to create a bracelet of woven satin cord, choosing from among a variety of color options. It’s a fun technique to learn, and will open your mind to endless creative options for future projects. Arrive early to allow plenty of time to choose your materials before class begins. Cost will vary with choices, but plan on a minimum cost of approximately $15-20. Ages 13 & up. Instructor: The Potomac Bead Co. Tuesday, July 10, 5-7 pm Potomac Bead Co. – 54 W Main St, Mechanicsburg Cost: $22; discounted resident rate: $18

New LEAThER & ChAIN BRACELETCreate a stunning bracelet using leather and chain, choosing from a variety of colors of leather and several chain options. These bracelets are easy to make, and look gorgeous. Arrive early to allow plenty of time to choose your materials before class begins. Cost of materials will vary according to selection, but plan on a minimum cost of approximately $20. Ages 13 & up. Instructor: The Potomac Bead Co. Wednesday, August 15, 5-7 pm Potomac Bead Co. – 54 W Main St, Mechanicsburg Cost: $24; discounted resident rate: $20

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YOuTH SCHOLARSHIP PROgRAM: West Shore Recreation Commission provides financial scholarships for selected recreation activities for students* who are eligible for the free or reduced price school lunch program. Please provide a recommendation from the school counselor or a copy of the letter from WSSD regarding the

lunch program with the registration form. Scholarships are one-half the resident cost and are indicated with a symbol. All information

will be kept completely confidential. * - who reside in a participating community

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