DIRECTOR’S NOTE Recreation is a wonderful outlet that we all need to help us stay healthy and a way to reduce stress in this fast paced world. So, come on everyone! Let’s get motivated and get out and do something new!! Take the time to experience life! It goes by way too fast. Please feel free to contact us should you see anything that we may have overlooked or have an idea for a new program With this issue of the Recreator we are presenting to you the upcoming season of programs. We hope that you take advantage of some of the opportunities listed here. Take pause and look around, the world holds many wonderful sights and experiences. We look forward to serving you and planning the many opportunities in our booklet. Visit our website !! at www.madisonct.org/recreation Scot A. Erskine CPRE Director of Recreation BEACH AND RECREATION COMMISSION Paul Maxwell - Chairman Mary Pat Nardino - Vice Chairman Mike Ciotti Shane Kokoruda Emily Rosenthal BEACH AND RECREATION STAFF Scot A. Erskine, CPRE, Director Linda Y. LaSance, CPRP, Assistant Director Carrie Gazda, CPRP, Recreation Supervisor Anna Costin, Administrative Secretary Barbara Sabiston, After School Program Coordinator LOCATION OF DEPARTMENT To serve you our office hours are Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and we are located at the Town Campus in Town Hall, 8 Campus Drive, Madison. Our telephone number is 203-245-5623. Offices will be closed on the following dates: 4/14, 5/29, 7/4 DEPARTMENT MISSION STATEMENT Strive to employ and retain an outstanding workforce of professionals and trained volunteers and obtain cooperative utilization of community resources. Provide leadership and vision by monitoring trends, evaluating services, and designing for the future. Improve the community by providing equal accessibility to all citizens, bringing people together, and building positive relationships among a diverse population. Create an environment that develops the mind and body by combining recreational, natural, and cultural resource principles while instilling values and responsibilities promoting good citizenship and leadership skills. Ensure a safe and well-maintained leisure service delivery system that will improve and enrich the community through diverse programs and services within available resources. February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 1 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990. The Town of Madison does not discriminate on the basis of disability in admission to, access to, or operations of its programs, services, or activities. The Town of Madison does not discriminate on the basis of disability in its hiring or employment practices. Questions, concerns, complaints, or requests for additional information regarding the ADA may be forwarded to Madison ADA Coordinator: Manager of Human Resources Town of Madison, 8 Campus Drive, Madison, CT 06443 (203) 245-5603 Individuals who need auxiliary aids for effective communication in programs and services of the Town of Madison are invited to make their needs and preferences known to the ADA Coordinator. DEPARTMENT POLICIES Program schedules, fees and descriptions are as complete as possible. However, it is sometimes necessary to change instructors, dates, times, place or program content. Changes will not be made unless absolutely necessary and your understanding will be appreciated. • Additional materials and/or equipment may be required for some programs. Please check the program’s description for information on material needs. • Please understand that we cannot run programs with insufficient enrollment. Fees listed are to cover the costs of our instructors and overhead. Classes can be canceled because of lack of enrollment. Please register early to avoid disappointment for yourself (and the instructor)! • Only those enrolled in the programs may attend. Sorry, but “visitors/family” will not be permitted in the class rooms unless invited by the instructor. • Children must be the appropriate age before or within the duration of the program. • Sorry, but we do not pro-rate our class fees. • Sorry no phone reservations for programs or facility rentals are accepted. • Payments must be made in full at time of registration. • There will be a $20 charge for all returned checks by bank. Cancellations/Postponements In the event of inclement weather and you are questioning whether a class is being held or not, please tune in to WELI 960AM,KC 101 FM, WTNH Channel 8 and WFSB Channel 3. We will also place cancellations on our weather information hotline: 203-245-5600 – ext. 7411. REGISTRATION PROCEDURES Rolling Admission – Registrations will be taken on a space availability basis and on a first-come, first served basis. We accept cash, check and now credit cards (MasterCard, Visa and Discover) for your convenience. Remember to complete the registration form in its entirety and use additional paper if necessary. When you receive your receipts, look them over carefully and notify the office immediately if an error has been made. Thank you for your cooperation. OUT-OF-TOWN PARTICIPATION IN PROGRAMS AND TRIPS Registrations will be accepted before start of program if space is available. There is an additional charge of $5 for programs costing $20 or less; and a $10 additional charge for programs costing more than $20. These charges do not apply to Bauer Park or Rockland Preserve programs. February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 2 TO REGISTER ON-LINE Visit our website at www.madisonct.org and click on Beach and Recreation Department link. New visitors to our site will be asked to complete certain information and submitted to our secure servers once approved an email will be sent with a username and password to enter the site. This may take a day or two (especially on a weekend) so please do this well in advance of any programs starting date in order for you to be able to register in time. For your convenience, registrations are now accepted 24 hours a day. Master Card, Visa, Discover accepted both in person and on-line. PRICING In response to the current economic climate we offer a quantity discount on some of our programs. All registrations must be from the same immediate family household and for the same program and session. Some exceptions exist such as for trips, special events and programs. The third person is discounted 50% after the first two full price registrations. We value your participation in our programming and thank you for your continued patronage. TO REGISTER BY MAIL Please state name, address, phone number, and program title and program number. Give parental permission for children under age 18. Make check payable to TOWN OF MADISON and mail to: Town of Madison Beach and Recreation Department 8 Campus Drive, Madison, CT 06443 Check our website often for program updates. We are adding new programs every day and they are not always in our brochure and occasionally program information changes. REFUND POLICY Since programs are generally self-supporting and commitments need to be made to instructors and staff, the following is the Department’s refund policy. Before you send in your registration, please read this policy. • To avoid classes being cancelled at the last minute due to low enrollment, refund requests must be made one week (7 working days) in writing before the scheduled starting day of the program. • A $10 fee will be charged for all program withdrawals. • Refunds will be given upon request for medical reasons (doctor’s note must be provided) that occurs before and up through the first class of the program minus the $10.00 processing fee. Bauer Park Programs processing fees are on a sliding scale. • Once the decision has been made to run a particular program, no refund will be given. • Refunds will be given automatically if a program is canceled due to insufficient registration or for causes beyond the control of the Department. • Due to the need to pre-pay for tickets refunds will not be given on trips, special events, season tickets or passes unless a replacement is found to take your space. OOPS! The department apologizes in advance for any mistake you may find in this brochure. Due to the continuous program information updates, rescheduling issues, as well as other circumstances, some information is subject to change or errors may occur. Thank you again, in advance, for your cooperation and understanding in this matter. Program Ideas – If you have a talent and are interested in teaching a class, for programs that we do not currently offer, send us a written proposal (no phone calls please) and we will contact if we are interested and have space availability. We will not entertain proposals for classes we already offer. Include any certifications you may have and references. All of our instructors must be CPR/AED/FA certified. February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 3 FITNESS/GYM PASSES This pass is for Madison Tax paying residents and required for use of the Town Campus Gym and Exercise room yearround. Release of Liability and Code of Conduct forms must be signed. Guest privileges do not apply to the Town Campus Gym or Fitness Room. Replacement of all passes is $5.00. Purchase at Recreation Department or by mail. Prices for one year from date of purchase are: Adult $80 (Ages 21 – 59) Youth $20 (Ages 16 – 20) Senior Citizen $20 (Ages 60+) *Jr. Youth $5.00 (Ages 9 (Grade 4) -15 yrs.) *Does not entitle use of fitness room – only gym. Release of Liability and Code of Conduct forms must be signed by each participant. To order passes by mail: 1. Write names, address, phone number, and type of passes desired. 2. Enclose copy of driver’s license (for proof of age) and car registration or tax bill. 3. Enclosed self-addressed, stamped envelope. 4. Make checks payable to: Town of Madison Fitness Room or gym may be closed when classes are in session. Check schedule at gymnasium office for the most up to date schedule. Fitness room equipment maintenance is contract with an outside Equipment Service firm. We make every effort to report repair issues to this company for their prompt service. We ask for your patience during these times. Gym/Fitness Room Winter/Spring Hours - Effective 3/1/17 Monday through Friday 7:30am – 7:45pm Saturdays 9am-11:45am Effective Dec. 3, 2016 through Feb. 25, 2017 No Saturday morning Gym Hours. Fitness room will be open 9-11:45am. Town Campus Gym Rules - Must have own pass - Shirts and shoes must be worn at all times. - No Food or Drink in the Gym -Adults that want to observe/participate in gym activities with their child(children) must also have a valid recreation pass. -Children in grade 3 and under must be accompanied by a pass holding parent/legal guardian. **Dance Studio is for Recreation Department Programs only. Not for use by Recreation Pass Holders or General Public. February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 4 Before & After School Program Barbara Sabiston -Coordinator Registration will be on going at the Recreation Department office. Any questions call 203-245-5624 Before School Program Grades K - 4 7:00am until school starts at Island Ave., Ryerson, and Jeffrey School No Before School at Brown School. After School Program Grades K - 6 Dismissal time until 6:00 pm at Island Ave., Ryerson, Jeffrey and Brown schools. Registration fees: After School/Before School $25/child, $40/family plus monthly fee Monthly Rates - Registration Drop-In Fee $28/child, $45/family – plus daily $5.75 hr. charge (*Pre-paid Drop-In Pass) *Drop-In Program: 30 Hour Pass Fee: $174.00 15 Hour Pass Fee: $ 91.00 Jeffrey, Ryerson, Island Ave. and Brown sites After School Fees: Before School Fees: Brown - After School 5 days per week 4 days per week 3 days per week 2 days per week 1 day per week 5 days per week $115.00 4 days per week $ 95.00 3 days per week $ 74.00 2 days per week $ 52.00 1 day per week $ 31.00 5 days per week 4 days per week 3 days per week 2 days per week 1 day per week $197.00 $159.00 $118.00 $ 83.00 $ 46.00 $199.00 $161.00 $120.00 $ 85.00 $ 48.00 Day Trips for School Vacation Days- For Ages 5-12 Day trips during days off from school. Students may be dropped off as early as 7:00am.and must be picked up by 6:00 pm. The dates, fees and trips are listed below. Students must bring a lunch (unless otherwise indicated) – snacks provided. If minimum number is not met, the field trip will be cancelled, but the camp day will run. Trips subject to change. No refunds will be given due to nature of program unless a doctor’s note is provided (minus a $10.00 processing fee). Monday, February 20, 2017 – Fee $48 Galaxy Roller Skating – Groton, CT Start/End Day at Town Campus Gym Join us for a sensational skating experience. Bring a friend and have fun. Skates free Program #241601A Lunch and Snacks are provided today. Bus leaves for trip at 9:00 am. Tuesday, February 21, 2017 – Fee $48 Woodlawn Duck Pin Bowling – West Haven, CT We have fun truing to be the duck pin bowling champion and then we will receive coins to use in the arcade for extra fun. Bowling shoes part of the package. February 13, 2017 Lunch and Snacks are provided today Bus leaves for trip at 9:00 am. www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 5 Programs for Young Children MINI-EXPLORERS Come join in the fun of exploring! We will learn about nature and science through activities such as hiking, singing, games, reading and making crafts. For preschoolers ages 3-5, accompanied by an adult. (Adults do not pay). Indoor/outdoor programs – dress for the weather. Programs held at the Bauer Park classroom and property. All Mini-Explorers are from 10:00 to 11:30 am. All cost $15 per child. Adults are free. Instructor: Donna Dione It’s Sugaring Time! - Friday, 2/24 - Program #335705A Maple trees are waking up as hints of spring arrive at Bauer Park. Learn how to tap the trees and then how to collect the sap to turn it into syrup. Make a craft to remind you of how special maple trees are. Mixing Madness- Friday, 3/10 – Program #435711A Join us as we become mini-scientists and do some fun mixing and color experiments! See what happens when we mix some mystery liquids and powders. Make oobleck and slime and even do some color chromatography! Down on the Farm - Saturday, 4/8 – Program #435706A What would it have been like to live at Bauer Farm over 100 years ago? Would kids spend all day doing chores or would they get to have some fun? Join us as we play some games that were popular with children in early America along with making a colonial craft. Maybe we’ll even do a farm chore or two! Dig Those Decomposers - Friday, 4/21 – Program #435707A If you like exploring and playing in the dirt, then you will love decomposers! Insects, fungi and all sorts of cool critters help turn leaves and logs into soil. Join us as we visit the Bauer forest for an up-close investigation of who is living under our feet and helping to keep the woods alive. Incredible Insects and Amazing Arachnids - Friday, 5/12 – Program #435708A Insects and spiders can sometimes be scary pests, but there are quite a few that are actually helpful to plants, animals and people. Learn the difference between insects and spiders and explore why all these “creepy crawlers” are important. The class will include a “bug hunt” and an insect craft. (Expenses = $5) Pond Dippers- Friday, 5/26 – Program #435710A Have you ever wondered what critters live in the pond at Bauer Park? Join us for some pond dipping with nets, and you’ll have the chance to observe some freshwater creatures up close. Please wear clothes and shoes/boots that you don’t mind getting a little wet and muddy. February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 6 Jr. Kickers Soccer Ages 3 to 5 with Shoreline Soccer With more basic options now at their disposal our next task is to couple the child’s blossoming physical and social confidence with a greater grasp of how to read the beautiful game. Shielding, first touch play and defensive positioning are all classic examples of simple skills that over time will become second nature. Add to this memory improvement, problem solving and team awareness and your child will be quickly demonstrating all the hallmarks of a well-rounded individual with a wider appreciation of team play. Program is instructed by the Ben Joiner, Ginger English and their Staff. All programs meet at the Lower Field, or the gym in bad weather. Wednesday Soccer January 11 to March 8 skip 2/1/17 April 5 to May 31 (skip 4/13/17) Time 2:00 to 2:45 pm 2:00 to 2:45 pm Program# 331303B 435303C Fee $115 $115 Thursday Soccer January 12 to March 8 skip 2/12/17 April 6 to June 1 (skip 4/14/17) Time 2:00 to 2:45 pm 2:00 to 2:45 pm Program# 331303C 331303D Fee $115 $115 Saturday Soccer April 8 to June 3 (skip 5/27/170 Time 9:00 to 9:45 am Program# 435303A Fee $115 #331303A $115 Sunday Soccer (meets in the Town Campus Gym) February 5 to March 26 11:00 to 11:45 am Programs for Youth ROOTS TO FRUITS AFTER-SCHOOL GARDEN CLUB – Program #431717A Mondays, March 13 – June 12 (no meeting April 10 & May 29) Time: 3:45-5:15 p.m. Using the Bauer Farming Project’s organic vegetable garden as an outdoor classroom, participants will observe and engage with the natural world through a variety of activities including planning, planting, harvesting, tasting and sharing the fruits of our labor. This is a drop off program. Be prepared to be outside; bring a water bottle and a snack. Be advised: We will be tasting items from the garden and preparing foods (please make teachers aware of allergies or dietary restrictions). Ages 5 – 11 (Grades K-6) Instructors: Sue Stark and Shari Lariviere Fee: $190 per person SCIENCE GIRLS! Classes at Bauer Park for Girls Ages 7 to 10 The following six classes are designed to inspire girls to explore science topics. All activities are geared towards encouraging confidence, curiosity and interest in STEM explorations. COOL-OLOGY SCIENCE GIRLS! - Friday, 3/10 – Program #435712A, Time: 1:00 to 3:00 pm This hands-on science and engineering program is aimed at getting girls excited about science, engineering and STEM (science, technology, engineering and math) connections. In this first class, girls will explore basic chemistry and physics concepts. Instructor: Claudia Esposito Fee: $20 POWERED UP for Girls Thursday, 3/16, Program #435713A, Time: 4:00 to 6:00 pm Learn how electricity and circuits are used to makes things work. We will teach basic principles of electric/electronics circuits with hands-on projects to demonstrate concepts and have fun making sounds, light and motion. Instructor: Giovanni Meier Fee: $18 February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 7 CITIZEN SCIENCE GIRLS! Thursday, 4/27, Program #435714A, Time 4:00 to 6:00 pm Citizen science is the involvement of the public in scientific research – whether community-driven research or global investigations. There are many ways to help scientists collect data right from your own yard or park. We will investigate using a few of the projects that are available online and in use at Bauer Park. Participants will bring home seeds to start for their own citizen science project. Instructor: Sue Stark Fee: $20 SQUID DISSECTION for Girls – Thursday, 5/11, Program #435715A, Time 4:00 to 6:00 pm Discover the mysteries of this amazing mollusk through hands-on lab activities. Locate the squid’s beak, write with its ink and find the shell hidden inside its body. Learn about female marine scientists who are at the forefront of cephalopod research, including the search for the giant squid! Instructor: Julie Ainsworth Fee: $12.50 SAFARI SCIENCE GIRLS – Thursday, 5/25, Program #435716A, Time: 4:00 to 6:00 pm Come learn how you can combine your love of nature with your love of science! While exploring the woods and fields of Bauer Park, we’ll also explore some of the ways scientists study the plants and animals that live there, and try some of the techniques used by field biologists, anthropologists and ecologists to make sense of what we find. Instructor: Pam Meier Fee: $15 THE WORLD AND WORK OF POLLINATORS for Girls – Thursday, June 8, Program #131719A Time: 4:00-6:00 p.m. We will learn what pollinators are, why they are important, and steps we can take to help them. We will also participate in a citizen science project that helps scientists who are studying bees. Participants will bring home seeds to start for their own citizen science project. Instructor: Sue Stark Fee: $20 OCEANOLOGY CLUB – Wednesdays, 4/26 to 6/14, Program #431711A, Time: 3:30 to 5:30 pm Investigate our local marine environment in this science club for middle school students. We’ll explore a variety of coastal ecosystems -- from sandy beaches and salt marshes, to tide pools and rocky shores. Students will collect and analyze data, learn to identify local species, and assess human impacts on Long Island Sound. We’ll also monitor horseshoe crab and shorebird populations as citizen scientists for Project Limulus. On rainy days, we will do indoor activities, such as fish printing, microscopic studies or dissections. The club schedule with meeting locations will be emailed to parents. Students should have a serious interest in math, science and the marine environment. Ages 10-14 (students currently in grades 5-8) Instructor: Julie Ainsworth Fee: $142 Cool-ology STEM based programs with Instructor Claudia Esposito. Join Cool-ology for fast paced, educational, STEM challenges! Children will utilize the engineering design process to design and create fun, creative and useful contraptions sure to thrill and delight! All programs below are for ages 7 to 10 and cost $15 each. Bucket Towers & Water Slides Thursday, February 2 Time: 2:00-4:00 February 13, 2017 Program #331712A www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 8 Brown Pond Project Tuesdays The POND (Providing Outdoor Nature Discoveries) Project is a weekly after-school club for fifth and sixth grader aspiring naturalists at Brown School. Each year, POND kids continue the process of exploring and enhancing the schoolyard habitat, learning about nature in general, and sharing their discoveries about this great natural resource, with the school community. Activities might include journaling, pond sampling, plant identification, trail building, birdwatching, display making and tracking, just to name a few, every day is different. Willingness and ability to sit and listen is a must. POND is an indoor/outdoor program that runs for the entire academic year by semester, register for each semester separately. Brown School students are eligible to participate. For more information go to www.sites.google.com/brownpondproject. This program fills up quickly, waitlisted students will be contacted if and only if a spot becomes available. **If you register for semester 1 only, there is no guarantee that there will be space available in semester 2 as registration is open for both simultaneously. Program will cancel if minimum numbers are not met. Time: 3:00 to 5:00 pm. Semester 2 Program #231707B Tuesdays Dates: February 7 to May 30 (Skip 2/14, 2/21, 4/11 and 5/16) Fee: $169 Pond Project II The POND Project II is an extension of the Brown School POND Project, and is open to all Polson Middle School students. Students walk together, after school, from Polson to Bauer Park, which serves as a laboratory, classroom and base of exploration. Activities run the gamut from wetlands study to hiking the nearby Cockaponset trails to planting wildlife gardens – or whatever presents as relevant, engaging and suitable to the group and outdoor conditions at the time. Each year also incorporates a community service project of the group’s choosing. The program is very studentdirected and very interdisciplinary, and therefore, requires participants to be genuinely motivated, open-minded and adventurous about nature study. PPII is an indoor/outdoor program that runs for the entire academic year by semester, register for each semester separately. *If you only register for semester 1, there is no guarantee that space will be available for semester 2. Instructor: Pam Meier Program #231712B Fridays Dates: February 3 to May 26 (Skip 3/10, 4/7 and 4/14) Fee: $182 Coach Niekrash Spring Softball Clinic Great softball players develop their skills during the off season. The basics, strategies, and rules of the game will be taught. Players will be engaged in games, skill contests and numerous fun type softball related activities. Wear gym shoes and comfortable clothes and bring a water bottle. Held at the Polson School Gym. Held Monday through Thursday. Friday is a make-up for bad weather. For girls in grades 9 to 12 Dates: 3/13 to 3/16 (Make up 3/17) Time: 6:30 to 8:00 pm Fee: $60R, $70 NR Shoreline Soccer Futsal Soccer Sundays Futsal is a quick style of soccer popular in Brazil and in Europe. The essence of the Brazilian style is the efficiency with split second improvisation, creativity and technique. Played on a small, indoor field with a smaller, heavier ball, our program emphasizes ball control and precise passing. Taught in an environment that focuses on building skills, confidence and encouraging creativity while, enhancing a player’s passion for the game. Held in the Town Campus Gym. Eight Week Programs Session 2: February 5 to March 26 12:00 - 1:00pm Ages 5 to 7 1:00 to 2:00 pm Ages 8 to 10 2:00 to 3:00 pm Ages 10 to 12 3:00 to 4:00 pm Ages 12 to 14 4:00 to 5:00 pm High School Age Fee: $155 Residents, $165 Non-Residents February 13, 2017 #331304A #331304B #331304C #331304D #331304E www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 9 Shoreline FC Soccer Academy Age 5 to 10 – Program #435304A - Saturdays We, at Shoreline FC are excited to announce our Developmental Soccer program, our developmental program is supplement to your town soccer, enhancing your game and giving you the tools to help you achieve your potential. Working with one of our Professional Coaches, we will focus on improving your skills and technique, which we believe will build your foundation to grow as a player for years to come. This is the early stages of our club pyramid, designed to help you achieve your soccer ambitions through your school years. Shoreline FC Soccer Academy soccer for ages 5 to 10. Held at the Town Campus Lower Field or in the gym in bad weather. Bring a water bottle and wear gym clothes. Girls and Boys Ages 5 to 10 4/8/17 to 6/3/17 (skip 5/27/17) Time: 9:00 to 10:00 am Fee: $125 Shoreline FS Soccer Academy April Vacation Soccer Camp – Program #435302A We, at Shoreline FC are excited to announce our Developmental Soccer program, our developmental program is supplement to your town soccer, enhancing your game and giving you the tools to help you achieve your potential. Working with one of our Professional Coaches, we will focus on improving your skills and technique, which we believe will build your foundation to grow as a player for years to come. This is the early stages of our club pyramid, designed to help you achieve your soccer ambitions through your school years. Girls and Boys ages 5 to 10 4/10/17 to 4/14/17 (M-F) Time: 9:30a to 12:30p Fee: $125 Baby Sitting Classes (Class size Limited) The Women’s Club of Madison, in coordination with the Madison Beach & Recreation Department, sponsors a four-week babysitting seminar. This how-to babysitting class is for boys and girls ages 11 thru 13. Students MUST attend all classes in order to receive a certificate. No use of Electronic devices allowed during class. These items will be taken and returned after class. Held at Polson School Cafeteria Prog.# 321701 A Days: Wednesdays Dates: 3/1, 8, 15, 22 Time: 6:30pm-8:00pm Ages: Girls and Boys ages 11-13 Fee: $40 (Reinvested towards Madison needs) Adult Programs LANDSCAPING FOR LIFE – Sundays, March 5, 12, 26 and April 2, Time: 1:00 to 4:00 pm Join the Bauer Farming Project’s garden manager, Sue Stark, for a series of four Earth-friendly landscaping workshops. Chances are, you have never thought of your property as a wildlife preserve that represents an important resource for sustaining native plants and animals, but that is exactly the role our suburban landscapes are now playing and will play even more in the near future. In this four part series, we will cover the components of an ecologically sound home landscape that benefits wildlife, the environment and your family. Participants may register for one or all of the sessions, but the design workshops should be taken together. March 5: Gardening For Wildlife – Program # 432711A Fee: $25 This class will introduce ways that residential landscape choices impact wildlife. We will cover the components of creating a successful wildlife habitat, emphasizing the importance of native plants to the local ecosystem. March 12: Ecologically Sound Home Landscaping – Program #432712A Fee: $25 This class will focus on sustainable organic landscaping practices. Topics include ecosystem services, soils, storm water management, the basics of organic gardening, choosing and using chemicals wisely, lawn alternatives, specific types of habitat and more! March 26 and April 2: Landscape Design Workshops Part 1 and Part 2 – Program #432713A Fee: $50 This two-part workshop will cover home landscape site assessment and design. Participants will leave the first workshop prepared to do a home site assessment. In the second workshop, we will work together to come up with design solutions and resources for creating a vibrant and beautiful landscape on your property. Fee for all 4 Classes in the Series: $100 – Program #432710A Optional Book: $6.00 Program #432714A Book: Introduction to Organic Yards and Lawns Instructor: Sue Stark February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 10 Birds in Your Backyard and Around the World – Sunday, 3/19 Program #432715A, Time: 1:00-2:30 p.m. Experience an avian world, from the backyards of Madison to the exotic wild lands of Australia, Africa and the Galapagos Islands. Each species has its own fascinating stories to tell through its unique behaviors and adaptations. Participants will be encouraged to ask questions about birds throughout the program. Susannah Graedel holds a master’s degree in Ecology and Evolutionary Biology and spent many years banding songbirds. Instructor: Susannah Graedel Fee: $7.50 BEGINNING BIRDING BY EAR – Saturday, 6/17 Program #132706A, Time: 8:00 to 10:00 am Bauer Park is alive with the songs and calls of breeding birds in June. The secret of learning the vocalizations of birds is by locating a bird by listening and then seeing it with binoculars. Early summer is the best time to hone your skills because they are singing to attract a mate and to defend their nests. Species such as Bluebirds, Red-tailed Hawks, Yellow Warblers and Orioles will be easy to find. Binoculars and field guides will be provided or bring your own. Instructor: Susannah Graedel Fee: $10 EXPLORE THE INNER BEAUTY OF FLOWERS - Tuesday, 6/20 Program #132707A, 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Spectacular beauty lies hidden beneath the petals of the wildflowers at Bauer Park. Dissect several species and examine them under the microscope to reveal their intricate secrets. Learn why a daisy is not a flower. Discover how flower structure relates to pollinators. The instructor holds a Certificate in Botanical Illustration from the New York Botanical Garden. Instructor: Susannah Graedel Fee: $12.50 Jazzercise Instructed by Carol Dyson, RN, Certified Jazzercise Instructor or Certified Jazzercise Instructor. Come and enjoy the #1 dance fitness program in the world. Class includes a 45-minute cardio workout and 15 minutes of muscle toning. Designed to boost cardiovascular endurance, strength and flexibility. Jazzercise offers a fusion of jazz dance, resistance training, Pilates, yoga and kick boxing. You can now mix and match classes for one price. Held at Surf Club. Monday thru Saturday 9-10:00 am Tuesday and Thursday 6:30-7:30 pm. Prog. # 324020 A Dates: 1/3 - 2/28 Prog. # 424020 A Dates: 3/1 – 4/29 Prog. # 424020 B Dates: 5/1 – 6/30 (1/16, 2/20) $95.00 $95.00 $95.00 (no 5/27, 29) Piloting and Charting The Piloting and Charting course is a three nights on navigation, covering the basics of coastal and inland navigation. This course focuses on traditional techniques so the student will be able to find his/her way even if their GPS fails. The course includes many in-class exercises, developing the student’s skills through hands-on practice and learning. Topics covered include but not limited to Charts and their interpretation , Navigation aids and how they point to safe water , Plotting courses and determining direction and distance , The mariner’s compass and converting between True and Magnetic , Pre-planning safe courses, The “Seaman’s Eye” – simple skills for checking that one is on course. Please bring parallel rulers and divider or other navigation plotting tools or they will be available for purchase for $45.00 Prog. # 424070 B Dates: 2/27, 3/6, 3/13 Place: Memorial Town Hall Upper Level February 13, 2017 Days: Monday Time: 6:00 – 9:00 pm Fee: $65.00 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 11 About Boating Safety Learn boating Safety at a USCG Basic Boating Course. This is a two day 4 hours each class to fulfill requirements for Connecticut Boating Certification. Upon completion of test you will be qualified for a Connecticut Personal Watercraft Certificate. Topics covered are Know your boat, before you get underway, a general introduction to navigating the waterways, general description of operating your boat, legal requirements of boating, Boating emergencies what to do, Enjoying your boat. Prog. 424070 A Dates: 3/28 & 4/4 Place: Memorial Town Hall Upper Level Days: Tuesday Time: 5:30 – 9:30 pm Fee: $65.00 Prog. 124070 A Dates: 6/22 & 6/29 Place: Memorial Town Hall Upper Level Days: Thursday Time: 5:30 – 9:30 pm Fee: $65.00 Mindful Mat Pilates Instructed by Jennifer McManus RN, Certified Exercise Specialist ACSM, and Certified Pilates Instructor. A series of specific movements designed to improve your strength and flexibility and reshape your body. Pilates strengthens your core abdominal and back muscles, increases flexibility and improves posture. The non-impact exercise eliminates stress on joints and provides a total body workout that is safe and effective for all ages. Exercises will be leveled to meet individual needs (beginner, intermediate). Intermediate sessions are for individuals who have had prior Pilate’s experience. All classes held at the Town Campus Gym/Aerobics Room. Please bring a mat and towel. All classes meet in the TC Gym Dance Studio. Monday Class Dates: 2/27 to 4/3 Time: 6:30 to 7:30 pm Level: Beg/Inter Fee: $72 Program #332202A Wednesday Class Dates: 3/1 to 4/5 Time: 8:30 to 9:30 am Level: Inter/Adv. Fee: $72 Program #332201C C.O.R.E = TOTAL BODY FITNESS This class incorporates Pilates principles into a total body workout to improve your core strength, build and tone muscles and improve your balance and overall fitness. This class will increase lean muscle mass which will improve metabolism, increase calorie burning, improve overall strength and joint stability. This total body strengthening class will utilize weight, several sizes, large and small ball and a resistance band to create a challenging and unique fitness experience. Each class will include a warm up and a cool down. Each student will need a large ball. Weights, bands and small balls will be provided for each student. Students will also need to bring a towel and a mat. Instructor: Jennifer McManus, RN, certified Pilates instructor and certified Exercise Specialist ACSM. These classes meet at the Memorial Town Hall Upper Level th except for October 8 which meets at the Town Campus Gym. Thursday Evening Class Dates: 3/2 to 4/6 Time: 5:45 to 6:45 pm Level: Inter/Adv Fee: $72 Program #332203A Painting Studio: Program Painting studio for intermediate and advanced artists using any medium. No formal instruction provided. Periodic group critiques. Artists must provide their own supplies and equipment. Tuesdays 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Held: Memorial Town Hall Upper Prog. # 324001 A Dates: Jan. 10 – Feb. 28 8 weeks Fee: $48.00 Prog. # 424001 A Dates: Mar. 7 – Apr. 25 8 weeks Fee: $48.00 Prog. # 424001 B Dates: May 2 – June 20 8 weeks Fee: $48.00 February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 12 Watercolor Studio Class monitor is John Copelin or Joan McPherson. Morning painting time for congenial group of experienced watercolor artists. No formal instruction. Group critique begins each session. Artists provide own supplies and inspiration. Wednesday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Held: Memorial Town Hall Upper Prog. # 324000 A Dates: Jan. 4 – Mar. 29 13 weeks Fee: $78.00 Prog. # 424000 A Dates: Apr. 5 – June 21 12 weeks Fee: $72.00 UNVEIL THE SECRETS OF TREES IN WINTER: THE BEAUTY OF TWIGS AND BUDS Learn the tricks of identifying trees in winter by their bark and growth form in the forest. Then, come inside to explore the beauty of their twigs and buds. These intricate structures tell the story of a tree’s past and foretell its burst into lush green life in the spring. This class will change how you see trees and connect you with their marvels. An indoor-outdoor program. Dress for the weather and a short easy walk. For adults and high school students. Instructor: Susannah Graedel Sunday, 2/19 Time: 1:00-3:00 p.m. Fee: $10 per person Program #332701A Men’s Senior Basketball Program –#233301A On Tuesday and Thursday mornings, from October to April, the Town Campus gym is designated for our senior men’s basketball program. You must be age 60 and older to play. Madison Residents and Non-Residents must purchase a pass to play during this designated time. Passes cannot be purchased online but must be purchased in the office or by mail as a special card will be given for admittance to play. Teams are formed based on who shows up each morning. Play begins at 9:00 am but our office is open at 8:30 if you need to purchase a pass before you go to the gym. Dates: 10/18 to 4/27 Days: Tuesday and Thursdays Time: 9:00 to 11:00 am Resident Fee: $20, Non-Resident Fee: $30.00 Skip dates as of 11/24, 2/21, 4/11, 4/13 Family Fun Programs and Activities GET READY FOR BLUEBIRDS! – Sunday, 4/9 Time: 1:00 to 3:00 pm, Program #434701A Bluebirds start nesting in Madison in early spring. Indoors we will learn about what these lovely songbirds need to raise a family. Nest box plans are available. Then tour the Bauer Bluebird Trail to see the birds in action. Learn how to become a bluebird nest box monitor as part of the Cornell Lab of Ornithology citizen science program. All ages. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Instructor: Susannah Graedel Fee: $5 FAMILY MAPLE SUGARING The Bauer farmhouse is framed by two large sugar maples, trees that the Bauer brothers may have used to make maple syrup. Come and learn how maple syrup is made, from tree to table. We’ll tap some of Bauer Park’s maple trees, taste the sap, and learn how to turn it into syrup (which we’ll also taste!). Information on where to acquire sugaring supplies, and when, where and how to tap the maple trees in your own yard will be provided. Boots are recommended as we’ll be hiking into the woods to tap the trees. For ages 3 and older. Everyone must pay to attend. (Adults and children) No Walk-in registrations! Saturday, 2/25 Saturday, 2/25 Sunday, 2/26 February 13, 2017 Time: 10:30a to 12:00p Fee: $5pp Time: 1:00p to 2:30p Fee: $5pp Time: 2:30 to 4:00 pm Fee: $5pp Program #334702C Program #334702B Program #334702A www.madisonct.org/recreation Held at Bauer Park Held at Bauer Park Held at Bauer Park Page 13 Adult and Family Friendly Trips NY Yankees Baseball Trips 2017 – all games are with a share bus so multiple stops are possible. No refunds. No alcohol on the bus. All games buses leave from the commuter lot on route 79 in Madison. All buses depart stadium ½ hour after game ends. A. Derek Jeter Day at Yankee Stadium Yankees vs. Huston Astros 7:35p game #434301A The Yankees will honor Derek Jeter during a pre-game ceremony with the retirement of his No. 2 uniform number and the unveiling of his Monument Park plaque on Mother’s Day, 5/14/17. Leaving commuter lot at 2:30 pm. Section 234 Fee: $179 a ticket B. Yankees vs. St. Louis Cardinals & Audi Suites 4/15/17 1:05p game #434302A Leaving commuter lot at 8:30a. Fee: $239 a ticket. Enjoy elegant indoor seating with sweeping views of the playing field through floor to ceiling windows. Includes performance cooking stations and a magnificent dessert station to complete this all you can eat gourmet dining experience. C. Yankees vs. Red Sox Grandstand seating section 226 Leaving commuter lot at 8:30am. Fee: $135 a ticket. 7/4/17 1:05p game #134301A D. Yankees vs. Milwaukee Brewers & Audi Suites 7/8/17 1:05p game #134303A Leaving commuter lot at 8:30a. Fee: $239 a ticket. Enjoy elegant indoor seating with sweeping views of the playing field through floor to ceiling windows. Includes performance cooking stations and a magnificent dessert station to complete this all you can eat gourmet dining experience. E. Yankees vs. Red Sox Grandstand seating section 206 Leaving commuter lot at 10:00a Fee: $159 a ticket 8/12/17 4:05p game #134302A F. Yankees vs. Red Sox & Audi Suites 8/12/17 4:05 game #134304A Leaving commuter lot at 10:00a Fee: $249 a ticket Enjoy elegant indoor seating with sweeping views of the playing field through floor to ceiling windows. Includes performance cooking stations and a magnificent dessert station to complete this all you can eat gourmet dining experience. G. Yankees vs. Red Sox Grandstand seating section 233B Leaving commuter lot at 8:30a Fee: $153 a ticket 9/2/17 1:05p game #234301A H. Yankees vs. Red Sox Grandstand seating section 209 9/3/17 1:05p game #234302A Leaving commuter lot at 8:30a Fee: $145 a ticket **game time subject to change** I. Yankees vs. Red Sox & Audi Suites 9/3/17 1:05p game #234303A Leaving commuter lot at 8:30a Fee: $249 Enjoy elegant indoor seating with sweeping views of the playing field through floor to ceiling windows. Includes performance cooking stations and a magnificent dessert station to complete this all you can eat gourmet dining experience. **game time subject to change** Boston Christmas Festival – November 4, 2017 Program #234716A Fee: $73 An annual favorite for all ages, the Boston Christmas Festival. With 350 exhibitors, this award-winning show is the largest arts and crafts festival in New England. It features handcrafted gifts, holiday decorations, jewelry, clothing, pottery, folk art, delicious foods to buy and sample and much, much more. Purchases are made directly to artisans. There is also a Gingerbread House Competition to check out. You will also have leisure time at Quincy Market to shop and eat. The Boston Flower and Garden Show - March 25, 2017 Program #434706A Fee: $85 Join us for this celebration of multi-hued magic as garden designers, floral arrangers, photographers and amateur horticulturalists explore the mystical joys of the spring landscape. Top garden writers, industry experts and creative local chefs will share ideas and inspiration while the diverse and lively garden marketplace offers a treasure trove of plants and hundreds of the newest gardening products to kick off our own spring transformations. Trip includes admission to the Boston Flower & Garden Show, motor coach transportation and free time to go to shopping at Quincy Market, Newbury Street, Copley Place, Downtown Crossing, Haymarket Square and more. Haymarket Square is a centuries old open air market,offering the best deals on fresh produce in the historic heart of the city, just steps away from Faneuil Hall. Lunch is on your own. Approximate arrival back home may vary depending on traffic. No refunds. We are sharing a bus so there may be multiple stops. Bus departs commuter lot on route 79 at 7:00 am and returns approximately 6 pm. February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 14 Brighton Beach “Little Russia” and Coney Island Program #134732 Fee: $83 Tour Brighton Beach with a local tour guide. In the late 1960's and early 1970's, Russian Jews - most from the Ukrainian city of Odessa, came to the United States and settled in Brighton Beach, which, as the story goes, reminded them of their hometown on the Black Sea. The community flourished. Today, wander down the main thoroughfares and you will see signs greeting you in Cyrillic lettering. There are cozy cafes serving food rarely seen outside of Moscow or St. Petersburg like stroganoff, pirogue, or borscht alongside supper clubs offering delicious Russian fare. You will enjoy leisure time at Coney Island, where there are amusements, restaurants, cafes and a beautiful beachfront vacation atmosphere. You will find movie houses, the New York Aquarium, The Abe Stark Ice Rink and street performers as well. Bus leaves the commuter lot on Route 79 at 7:30 am and leaves New York at 5:00 pm. No refunds. Broadway Your Way - August 16, 2017 Program #134773A-F Fee: below Design your own day on Broadway! This day includes lunch served family style at Buca di Beppo in Times Square, time on your own in Times Square and the show of your choice! Choose from Jersey Boys, School of Rock, CATS, Wicked, and the 2017 Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall. Cost varies by show. OR just spend the day on your own. (On your own option does not include lunch). Bus leaves commuter lot on Route 79 at 6:30 am and leaves New York at 5:30 pm. No refunds. Option A – Jersey Boys Fee: $169 Option B – School of Rock Fee: $199 Option C – Cats Fee: $199 Option D – Wicked Fee: $199 Option E – Christmas Spectacular Fee: $189 Option F – On Your Own (no show or lunch) Fee: $67 Bronz Treasures – June 3, 2017 Program #134734 Fee:$135 Today, visit the New York Botanical Gardens, The Cloister's and Arthur Avenue. Founded in 1891, the New York Botanical Garden boasts one of the world's greatest collections of plants. Fifty gardens, 50 acres of native forest, and a Victorian-style glasshouse can all be explored when you visit the 250 acre Botanical Garden. On board the special "Guided Tram Tour", you will enjoy a relaxing and informative way to see much of this historic landmark's beautiful natural terrain, including dramatic rock outcroppings, a river and waterfall, ponds and rolling hills. Don't miss the shop in the Garden! The Cloister's is the medieval outpost of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Overlooking the Hudson River, it is a deeply relaxing and beautiful place. Dedicated to the art and architectural elements that date from the 12th - 15th centure. We have a special one-hour guided tour scheduled with a Museum lecturer. Then feel free to explore the museum on your own. You are welcome to visit Arthur Avenue which is a short walk from the Botanical Gardens. Stop by the Arthur Avenue Retail market - a covered Italian bazaar that brings together all the shopping also found in nearby streets, from sausage makers to bread bakers, cafe's to florists. It is a magnificent dining experience. Bus leaves the route 79 commuter lot at 7:00 am and leaves New York at 5:00 pm. No refunds. Bronx Zoo – May 6, 2017 Program #434710A Fee: $89A, $79C Open in 1899, the Bronx Zoo is the flagship of the largest network of metropolitan zoos in the country. It is the heart of the Wildlife Conservation Society. It is the largest metropolitan zoo in the United States and one of the largest in the world, with some 6000 animals representing about 650 species from around the world. The Zoo comprises 265 acres of park land and naturalistic habitats, through which the Bronx River flows. This visit includes TEX, the Total Experience Tickets which includes the Congo Gorilla Forest, Butterfly Zone, Children's Zoo and the Bengali Express Monorail. The main restaurant, Dancing Crane Cafe, is open year-round serving hot & cold dishes as well as snacks and beverages. Tables for boxed lunches are also available here. Lunch is on your own. Depart from the route 79 commuter lot at 7:30 am. Depart the zoo at 5:00 pm. No refunds. Adults $89 and children (ages 3 to 12) $79. Historic Deerfield & Cooks Garden – June 30, 2017 Program #134735A Fee: $99 Today we will enjoy a guided tour of the Cook's Garden which serves as a source of fresh ingredients for the museum's open hearth cooking demonstrations and classes. The garden contains an assortment of useful plants commonly found in New England during the 18th and early 19th centuries. Open hearth cooking and the study of foodways represent a way to learn about life in early New England and how people spent their time in the kitchens and parlors of the past. We will enjoy an open hearth cooking demonstration, including a sit down lunch featuring fresh garden ingredients. Sample menu would include salad with house dressing, pork loin; herb crusted white fish and vegetable lasagna, Deerfield Inn Indian pudding with whipped cream and seasonal sides. We will tour the Williams House depicting its 1817 renovation in the latest style and featuring the latest technologies of the era and shopping at the Museum Gift Shop and bookstore featuring many beautifully hand crafted items, many made locally. Finally, we will visit the Yankee Candle Company. Bus leaves the route 79 Commuter lot at 8:00 am and leaves Deerfield at 5:00 pm. No refunds. February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 15 Mystery Tour – June 15, 2017 Program #134736A Fee: $149 "You don't always know where you are going but you have it in your mind where you want to end up!. The journey is always full of the unknown" Enjoy the MYSTERY of this day! Our mystery destination has incomparable setting and atmosphere, full service cash bar, freshly prepared cuisine, impeccable service, homemade desserts, an on-site bakery and unforgettable entertainment! Tour includes motorcoach transportation, lunch at a locally popular restaurant, spectacular entertainment and tour director. Departs commuter lot on route 79 at 7:00 am and leaves mystery location at 5:00 pm. No refunds. Dress is casual and minimal walking is involved. Newport Playhouse & Lobsterfest Matinee – July 31, 2017 Program #134722A Fee: $129 Some do "Dinner Theater" well and the Newport Playhouse does that and more. The tiered seating ensures everyone has a good view. From the moment you enter the cabaret room until the moment you leave - hosts, wait staff, cast and crew stand poised to pamper you, entertain and make sure that you have a wonderful time. On this day we will enjoy "Baggage". Two difficult, single people, Phyllis and Bradley, both trying to heal from their respective disappointing relationships, get their luggage mixed up at the airport. After a very disagreeable first encounter, the two decide to help each other get over their heartaches by forcing a friendship that eventually leads to the two discovering that while they may be too difficult for everyone else in the world, they are perfect for each other. We will enjoy the show and the magnificent Lobsterfest Buffet which includes 1 1/4 boiled lobster, peel & eat shrimp, mussels in wine & herbs, corn on the cob, bbq chicken, roasted chicken, roasted potatoes, ham, baked beans, watermelon, strawberry shortcake and more. We leave the commuter lot on route 79 at 9:00 am. We are sharing a bus so multiple stops are possible. We leave the theater at 4:00 pm. No refunds. Newport Playhouse Surf & Turf – October 16, 2017 Program #234714A Fee: $149 We are off to the Newport Playhouse where we will have a fabulous buffet, light comedies and an after theater cabaret. You will enjoy "The Crazy Time: This is a play about men trying to understand women and how they never will. Miles Gladstone, a man in his mid-fifties, has left his wife of thirty years and marries a young woman half his age. Six months later, his new wife leaves him, his business partner has screwed him and his first wife, who is looking better than ever, wants to buy his modern apartment for her and her very young boyfriend. Struck by his first wife's fabulous appearance and her vivacious attitude, Miles offers to go back to her. He is shocked that she's not interested. the play ends wiht Miles, his partner who screwed him, and the young lover, all living together trying to figure out women. We leave the commuter lot on route 79 at 9:00 am. We leave Newport at 4:00 pm. This is a share bus trip so we may have additional stops. Buffet Included. No refunds. Buffet includes baked stuffed shrimp, Angus prime rib, roasted chicken, garden salad and much more! New York City On Your Own – September 9, 2017 Program #234707A Fee: $70 Even if you have never been to New York City before, you will recognize sights, monuments, and buildings all around you. Now it's your turn for a firsthand encounter with the Statue of Liberty, Broadway or the Empire State Building. go behind the scences on Broadway or take a walking tour of a particular neighborhood. Then there is always shopping at the trendy boutiques or bargain hunting at various other shops. Dining in the Big Apple is not just about food. It is a social affair, a cultural experience and often a visit to an artfully designed space. You can also find plenty of low key places serving the perfect cheeseburger, dumplings and Cuban sandwiches. If you register for this trip you will be provided with maps and restaurant listings but you may want to do some research on your own before heading to the city and plan your own day. You will also have a Tour Director to answer some of your questions and make sure you are all set with the trip. Bus leaves the route 79 commuter lot at 7:00 am. No refunds. Progressive Meal in New York City – November 18, 2017 Program #234723A Fee: $137 Our progressive dinner will start with an appetizer at one location (Chinatown), move to another for entrees (Italian) and lastly head to a third for dessert and coffee (Brooklyn). This is a perfect way to spice up the restaurant monotony while at the same time having a multi-cultural dining experience mixing cuisines and new locations . . . a sightseeing tour along the way to each restaurant is included. You will see Greenwich Village/Washington Square Park, SoHo, TriBeCa, The World Trade Center Site, Battery Park, Wall Street, Trinity Church, St. Paul's Chapel, South Street Seaport, the Brooklyn Bridge, Brooklyn Heights, DUMBO and Fulton Ferry. Departs from the route 79 commuter lot at 7:00 am and leaves NYC at 5:00 pm. No refunds. Whale Watch from Plymouth, MA – August 5, 2017 Program #134737A Fee: $99 We will be departing from the Town Wharf in Plymouth, MA on board of one of Captain John's boats. See the whales, dolphins, seals, porpoises and other remarkable marine animals feed and play in the bay and in Stellwagen Bank. Guided by a professional marine biologist, this four-hour excursion takes you right to the whales' feeding ground. These experienced guides can answer all your questions as you observe the whales and their behavior. Enjoy time on your own in Plymouth after the whale watch and don't forget to visit the most famous Plymouth Rock. Don't forget your camera! Departing from the route 79 commuter lot at 7:00 am and leaving Plymouth at 6:30 pm. No refunds. February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 16 Summer Preview Junior Tennis Lessons Instructor: Chris Zawadski There will be three two week sessions this summer. Classes are held Monday through Thursday at the Town Campus Tennis Courts. Choose your session and appropriate age group. For boys and girls age 4 and over. Class made up due to bad weather on Fridays. Weather Cancellation call Hot-Line number 245-5600 ext.7411. Prog. # 121037 Prog. # 121038 Prog. # 121039 Session I June 26 - July 7 Session II July 10 - July 20 Session III July 24 – Aug. 3 Class Schedule 9:00-9:30am Beginners age 4 9:30-10:15am Beginners age 5-7 10:15-11:00am Beginners age 8-10 11:00-12:00pm Beginners age 11-13 Session A $58 Session B $74 Session C $74 Session D $84 Future Stars “Little Guys” Basketball Academy Instructed by Future Stars Staff For boys and girls ages 5-10. This program will provide every day instruction in all the fundamentals of shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding and team play. Location: Town Campus Prog. # 121033 A Dates: 7/24 – 28 Days: Mon - Fri Time: 9am – 12pm Fee: $130.00 Junior Golf with Matt Link for ages 7-10 years Instructor: Matt Link Students will be introduced to basic golf mechanics, rules of golf and etiquette during the week of camp. Field space at Town campus will be used for long and short irons and woods as well as the gym for putting. Wednesday we will use the facilities at Klein’s Golf Range on Rte 79 and Friday we put it all together for a round at Guilford lakes golf course. Equipment needed: golf clubs, sun screen and water bottle Mon/ Tue/Thurs - TCampus Prog. #121030 B Prog. #121030 C Prog. #121030 D Wednesday - Klein”s Golf Range Dates: 7/10 – 7/14 Dates: 7/31 – 8/4 Dates: 8/14 – 8/18 Days: Mon.- Fri. Days: Mon.- Fri Days: Mon.- Fri. Friday - Guilford Lakes Golf Course Time: 9:00-11:00am Time: 9:00-11:00am Time: 9:00-11:00am Fee: $ 100.00 Fee: $ 100.00 Fee: $ 100.00 Fishing Adventure for ages 7-10 years Instructor: Matt Link String up the poles because we are going fishing!! Students will fish the Hammonassett River at Town Campus and Bauer park ponds. We will meet in front of the Town Gymnasium then walk the trial to the river. Catch and release only. Students need a fishing pole every day. Bait will be provided by the instructor. Fish caught in the past include yellow perch, sunnies, bass, pickerel, trout, cat fish, turtles, frogs. Equipment needed: fishing pole, bug spray. Monday/Tuesday - Hammonassett River Wednesday-Friday – Chatfield Hollow Park Prog. #121036A Dates: 7/10 – 7/14 Days: Mon.- Fri. Time: 11:30-1:00 pm Fee: $ 75.00 February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 17 Mountain Biking for Beginners for ages 7-10 years Instructor: Matt Link Students will explore the trails at Town campus(Mon./Tues.) and Chatfield Hollow Park(Wed.-Fri.) with the instructor. Basic bicycle maintenance, safety and riding technique will be covered. Trails will be relatively smooth with some hills. Each student will need a helmet every day. Mountain bikes are preferred but a BMX bike will work too. Equipment needed: bike, helmet, sun screen and water bottle Prog. #121035 A Prog. #121035 B Dates: 7/31 – 8/4 Dates: 8/14 – 8/18 Days: Mon.- Fri. Days: Mon.- Fri. Time: 11:30 am-1:00 pm Time: 11:30 am-1:00 pm Fee: $ 70.00 Fee: $ 70.00 *NEW* Advanced Mountain Biking for ages 11-17 years Instructor: Matt Link and Jason Engelhardt It’s finally here!! This mountain bike class covers it all: riding technique, bicycle maintenance and trail building for kids age 11-17. Classes will be run by Matt Link and Jason Engelhardt who will instruct and ride with the students at the legendary Rockland Preserve trails in North Madison. Students will ride beginner, intermediate and advanced trails in this class. Meet: Park in lot at Renee’s Way. Equipment needed: working mountain bike, helmet, water , spare tube. Tiger Basketball Camp Instructed by DHHS Coaching Staff and Players. For boys - the Tigers Basketball Camp is an instructional camp designed to promote interest and skill development in the game of basketball. Our goal is to improve each player’s fundamentals (shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and individual and team defense, plus offensive moves from the post and the perimeter). Location: Polson School Lady Tiger’s Basketball Camp Instructed by Tim Tredwell– DHHS Coaching Staff and Players. The Tigers Basketball Camp is an instructional camp designed to promote interest and skill development in the game of basketball. Our goal is to improve each player’s fundamentals (shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, and individual and team defense. Location: Daniel Hand High School Prog. # 121031 B Prog. # 121031 A Grades: 6-9 Grades: 4 & 5 Dates: 6/26 to 29 Dates: 6/26 to 29 Days: Mon - Fri Days: Mon - Fri Time: 9:00am - 2:00pm Time: 9am - 12:00 pm Fee: $135.00 Fee: $ 80.00 Mad Spiker Volleyball Camp for grades 5-9 (beginner to adv. beginner) Coach Ally Johnson, Head Volleyball Coach at DHHS - Come join Coach J. and her staff. This camp will teach the fundamental skills of serving, passing, setting, attacking, blocking, individual defense and competitive drills. This program is for boys and girls in grades 5 to 9 and all skill levels. Held: Town Campus Gym Prog. # 121308 A Dates: 8/7 – 10 Days: Mon - Thurs. Time: 12:15 - 3:15 pm Fee: $100.00 Shoreline Volleyball Camp - Entering grades 7-12 (adv. beginner to intermediate level players) Instructed by Linda Sagnelli (Head Coach of Central Connecticut State University Volleyball Team and three times Northeast Conference Coach of the Year) and Assistant Coach Greg Shell. Come and learn the fundamental skills in a fun environment with one of the top Division I coaching staffs in the State of Connecticut. Topics covered will include passing, setting, hitting, court movement, serving and communication. The Shoreline Camp provides a framework for athletes to develop and enhance your skill level as you prepare for your school season, sharpen your competitive edge, improve your defensive technique so you can have your best season yet!! Divided by skill level. Basic skills and understanding of game needed to enroll. Prog. # 121060 A Location: DHHS Gym February 13, 2017 Dates: 7/17 – 7/20 Days; Mon – Thurs Time: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm www.madisonct.org/recreation Fee: $275.00 Page 18 Pre-Season Volleyball Workout Entering grades 9-12 (adv. beginner to intermediate level) Instructed by Ryan Woodcock (UCONN Men’s Club Coach & Former Asst. Coach at Sacred Heart University) Ryan has coached volleyball at the high school level and has led teams to 2 state championships as well as 6 straight conference tournaments and 3 conference championships. He was recognized twice as New England Coach of the Year for high school volleyball. As co-director/coach for Mizuno East Volleyball Club, Ryan is known for his coaching boys and girls at club level throughout New England as well as appearances at Jr. National tournaments. Woodcock was acknowledged as the youngest Division I coach in the country to make the conference tournament while assisting at Quinnipiac University. This pre-season clinic is designed to prepare you for try-outs and jump start for the season. Prog. # 121314 A Location: DHHS Gym Dates: 8/7 – 10 Days: Mon-Thurs. Time: 9:00-12:00 pm Fee: $120.00 Lady Tiger’s Field Hockey Clinic - Field Hockey Fundraiser Instructed by the DHHS Field Hockey Coaches and Varsity Players. This is a developmental clinic for girls in grades 2-8. Must have own stick, shin guards, goggles, mouth guard and water bottle. So join the fun and bring plenty of energy. Lady Tiger’s Field Hockey - 7 vs 7 Tournament Play th For girls entering Grades 10-12 (incoming 9 grade if skilled and experienced NO beginners) Field Hockey Clinic with Coach Wasserman Instructed by: Lindsay Wasserman - Former Wesleyan University Assistant Field Hockey Coach and current Polson Middle School Coach will be running a field hockey skills camp this summer. The camp will focus on offensive and defensive skills of the game. The game of field hockey has been evolving, and this clinic will challenge players on these new strategies. The goal will be to get players ready for their upcoming seasons. Equipment needed: stick, shin guards, mouth guard, protective eye wear, water bottle Prog # 121310 A Date: 7/18-20 Prog # 121310 B Date: 8/8-10 Held: Polson Upper Field Ages: 9-13 Ages 11-15 Days: Tuesday – Thursday Days: Tuesday – Thursday Time: 9-11:00 am Time: 9-11:00 am Fee: $100.00 Fee: $100.00 Field Hockey Mini Clinic for incoming 7 & 8th Graders with Coach Wasserman Instructed by: Lindsay Wasserman - Former Wesleyan University Assistant Field Hockey Coach and current Polson Middle School Coach will be running a field hockey skills camp this summer. The camp will focus on offensive and defensive skills of the game. The game of field hockey has been evolving, and this clinic will challenge players on these new strategies. The goal will be to get players ready for their upcoming seasons. Equipment needed: stick, shin guards, mouth guard, protective eye wear, water bottle Lady Tiger’s Lacrosse Clinic Instructed by the DHHS Lax Coaches and Varsity Players. This is a developmental clinic for girls in grades 4-8. Must have own stick, shin guards, goggles, mouth guard and water bottle. So join the fun and bring plenty of energy. Held at DHHS Turf Prog. # 121317 A Prog. # 121317 B Grades: 4-8 Grades: 4-8 Dates: 6/26–6/29 Dates: 8/7–8/10 Days: Mon – Thurs. Days: Mon – Thurs. Time: 9am – 12:00 pm Time: 9am – 12:00 pm Fee: $130.00 Fee: $130.00 Sharing the Wind Sailing Academy Instructed by Sharing the Wind Staff. Don’t know how to sail? Don’t have a boat? Now you do!!! Lessons are offered for all ages 8 years and up. Classes are designed to teach the beginner to intermediate. Type of boats sailed (JY Trainers, JY 15, Catamarans) will be at the discretion of the instructor for lessons. Registrants are required to be able to swim and have own Coast Guard approved life-vest that will be properly worn at all times. Class size is limited. Held at Garvan Beach - Surf Club Park. Section A : 9:00am-12:00pm Section B : 1:00pm – 4:00pm Dates and fees TBD February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 19 NEW Intro to Yoga Instructed by Allistair Sweeney After spending 11 years in the New Zealand Army as a combat trainer/officer, Alistair found Yoga as a way to repair his body from years of hard physical activity. Alistair aims to share his experiences with others. His Vinyasa Flow style yoga focuses on moving with breath in order to warm the body, calm the mind and assist students to discover their own ‘Inner Warrior’. Class is designed so that it can be attended by people of all ages and yoga abilities. The class uses asanas (postures) to warm the body to a light sweat in a way that relieves stress and expels built up toxins. This is followed by meditative pranayama (breath control) and shavasana (resting practice) that calms the mind to help people face their daily battles. Held at Town Campus Dance Studio NEW Sunrise Yoga Instructed by Allistair Sweeney Same Yoga class but during the best part of the day at sunrise. Alistair aims to share his experiences with others. His Vinyasa Flow style yoga focuses on moving with breath in order to warm the body, calm the mind and assist students to discover their own ‘Inner Warrior’. Class is designed so that it can be attended by people of all ages and yoga abilities. The class uses asanas (postures) to warm the body to a light sweat in a way that relieves stress and expels built up toxins. This is followed by meditative pranayama (breath control) and shavasana (resting practice) that calms the mind to help people face their daily battles. Held at Surf Club Deck Rain or Shine Adult Tennis Lessons Adult Tennis Lessons instructed by Chris Zawadski From beginner to intermediate come and perfect your game with others. Bring tennis racquet, water bottle and please wear a court sneaker. Class made up due to bad weather on Tuesday Weather Cancellations call Hot-Line Number 203-245-5600 ext. 7411 Held: Town Campus Tennis Courts Summer Concert Series on the Green All Concerts are Free and open to the Public. Bring a lawn chair or a blanket. Concerts on the Green are from 6:00 to 8:00 pm. Concerts cancel in bad weather. Sunday, July 9 – The Kerry Boys – These Irish Balladeers are back to kick off our summer concert series. “The Kerry Boys are Mark James, originally from the county Kerry Ireland now a Cheshire CT resident, and Pierce Campbell, (CT’s official State Troubadour 2007/2008) from Prospect, CT. These two dynamic and popular Connecticut Irish Balladeers combined their talents to form an exciting Irish music duo over 25 years ago, and they have dazzled fans of all ages from Maine to Pennsylvania with their humorous high-energy performances and engaging style of Irish ballads and sea songs ever since.” Check them out at their website www.thekerryboys.com Sunday, July 16 – Last Licks – Billed as “a classic rock concert experience”, Last Licks delivers the goods with their stunning live performances. The band propels themselves ahead of the pack by featuring songs not commonly played, yet very well known and loved by fans of 70’s and 80’s music: quintessential rockers from the best bands of the time including Paul McCartney, Aerosmith, Led Zeppelin, Queen and many, many, others. These are songs meant to be heard live. And for those of us yearning to relive these concerts (or were too young to have been there!) here is your th chance. Rain Date August 27 , same place, same time. Check them out at www.lastlicksonline.com California Dreamers – July 23 A group of 7 musicians bringing back the sounds of the Mama's and Papa's and other late 60's artists! California Dreamers have been bringing back the great music of the Woodstock generation since 2008, playing some of the biggest festivals in the Northeast. We are BILL BRUBAKER(as Denny Doherty),Vocals,Guitar,, PATTI ELLETT(as Mama Cass),Vocals,MIKE COLAVOLPE(as John Phillips),Guitar and Vocals,KRISTEN DWYER(as Michelle Phillips),Vocals,and our "wrecking crew" Ray Palagy on Drums,Ivan Podgewaite on Bass,and Scott Guberman on Keyboard. We have traveled all over the TriState Area since 2008 playing Festivals and shows bringing the sound of the 60's back to the east coast,now! Check them out at www.californiadreamersband.com February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 20 Eddie Seville and Steele Rodeo – July 30 “Eddie Seville is a multi-instrumentalist singer/songwriter and world class insomniac from New England. As the creative force behind the band “Steel Rodeo” as well as a solo artist and a perennial fixture in Frank Carillo’s “Bandoleros”, Eddie has performed throughout the continental US, Canada, Europe and the Virgin Islands. Eddie’s written songs published by Sony ATV, songs released on Island/Atlantic and Universal Records, music that aired on three major television networks and a single that reached #19 on independent country radio. His songs are covered by regional acts and have been recorded by international artists that include George Kooymans (Golden Earring) and Simon Kirke (Bad Company). As an arranger, a player and a session collaborator, Eddie’s work spans projects with producer Paul Orofino, (The Cars, Foghat, Ahmad Jamal), Augie Meyers (Texas Tornados/Bob Dylan), Andrew Carillo (Joan Osborne), Bob Loveday (Bob Geldof), Marty Ballou (Peter Wolf), Matt Cartsonis (Warren Zevon) and Danny Miranda (Queen/Blue Oyster Cult) in addition to numerous credits on a wide range of recordings that include film, television, major and independent label releases. Check out his website at www.eddieseville.com River of Dreams – August 6 A Billy Joel Tribute Band, River of Dreams is an authentic tribute to the music of Billy Joel. The band covers all decades of Billys career. Jonny Coz is the epitome of what Billy Joel looks and sounds like. River of Dreams is made up of John Cozolino, David Allen,John Lang, Mike Posner, and Andy Segale. River Mud – August 13 High energy, superb musicianship and a huge stage presence are just a few of the phrases that have been used to describe River Mud. Formed in 2002, River Mud plays a mix of rock Adrenaline Pumping Party Rock by artists including: Journey, Led Zeppelin, Van Halen, AC/DC, Guns & Roses, Foo Fighters and many more spanning three decades of your favorite rock music. Aside from performing at many clubs, benefits and Summer Concerts around CT, River Mud has played WPLR Wigouts, Toad’s Place, The Palace Theater, as well as locations in Rhode Island and Florida. The band is comprised of Bob Carlson (Lead Vocals), Chris Soricelli (Guitar), Jason Deren (Bass, Keyboards and Backing Vocals) and Bryan Boemmels (Drums). Get ready to join the legion of “Mudders” who love to sing and dance along with CT's own River Mud! Check them out at www.rivermud.com 60’s Satisfaction – August 20 Playing psychedelic, bubblegum and Motown music from the '60s. The name says it all. This rockin' band will have you singing and dancing to your favorite '60s tunes from all the great artists like The Beatles, The Stones, Credence, Sam Cooke, Steam, The Boxtops, Procol Harem, The Moody Blues, The Foundation, The Turtles, The Doors, The Animals, Cream, Roy Orbison, Wilson Pickett and many more! Made up of Pierce Campbell – acoustic & electric guitar, vocals, tambourine, lava lamp, Loren Evarts - Keyboards, trombone, hammered dulcimer, vocals, Tony Pasqualoni - bass, vocals, and John Rispoli - Drums, Percussion Summer Concerts at the Surf Club These concerts are from 7 to 9 pm. They are free and family friendly. Concerts are canceled in bad weather. Bring your own lawn chair! Don’t forget the snack bar is open! The Kenn Morr Band – August 11, Friday The Kenn Morr Band is an original Alternative Folk Rock band from N.W. Connecticut featuring the original songs of Kenn Morr played by top-notch musicians Tom Hagymasi, Bob Gaspar and Pat Ryan. Larry Stevens Solo Acoustic – August 18, Friday Larry Stevens, from the Larry Stevens Band will be performing a solo acoustic show. He has had a great year with many exciting shows throughout New England and across the New York Tri-State area. Some highlights of his year was sharing the stage with America, Southside Johnny and the Asbury Jukes, Paul Reiser, Los Lonely Boys, The Cowsills, and Three Dog Night as well as performing for many CT events. Larry sings urban, country, pop and rock. The Rovers – August 26, Saturday “The Rovers are the premier acoustic Zeppelin tribute duo. Uniquely crafted, choice, acoustic renditions of some of Led Zeppelin’s greatest work. Hear your favorite Zep tunes for the first time!” The Rovers is made up of Jay Roberts and Rob Zawisza. February 13, 2017 www.madisonct.org/recreation Page 21
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