FALL 2016 Online and mail-in registration begins August 3rd at 5AM Walk-in, phone-in and fax-in registration begins August 17th

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1 GREAT FUTURES START HERE! Photo by Stephany Keefe FALL 2016 Online and mail-in registration begins August 3rd at 5AM Walk-in, phone-in and fax-in registration begins August 17th

2 Table of Contents Special Events 1 General Information 2 Club Kids Program Information 3 Youth Swim Classes 4 Youth Sports Classes 7 Youth Enrichment Classes 8 Youth STEM Classes 8 Youth Friday Night Fun 9 Tot Swim Classes 9 Tot Gym Classes 11 Tots at Play 13 Adult Program & Classes 15 Registration Application 16 Child Membership Application 17 Registration Info 1. Online registration begins Wednesday August 3rd at 5:00 AM for most classes. 2. Mail-in registration must be postmarked and will be processed at random. 3. Walk-in, phone-in, and fax-in registration begins Wednesday August 17th at 9AM. 4. Club membership must be current to register for programs. No notification will be given unless class is cancelled or full. 5. Classes may be cancelled due to lack of enrollment. Fees will be returned. 6. There are no make-up classes or refunds for cancellation or absences, weather, mechanical failure or business interruption. 7. NO REFUNDS or CREDITS for classes or memberships. Inclement Weather Policy When Arlington Public Schools have a delayed opening, the Club will open at 11:30 AM and conduct afternoon and evening programs as scheduled. When Arlington Public Schools are closed, the Club will ATTEMPT to open at 11:30 AM and conduct afternoon and evening programs weather permitting. Check website for status. Club Calendar September 12 M Club opens for adults, Session I begins September 16 F Town Day Activities, Club closes at 6:00 PM September 13 T Club Kids program begins September 17 Sa Club open for classes only, NO Biddy Basketball October 7 F Fall Family Festival 5:30-8:00 PM, Club Kids Program closes at 5:30 PM October 10 M Club closed, Columbus Day October 12 W Club Kids Program opens 1:00 PM November 11 F Club closed, Veterans Day November M-Sa STAFF Afterschool Program Administrators Judy Andrews ABC Preschool Director Chris Annunciata Physical Education Coordinator John Bowler Program Coordinator Derek Curran Executive Director Gina Duddy Administrative Assistant Lauren Duddy Front Desk Manager Kevin Flood Assistant Director Debbie Hayes Finance & Development Diane Hontoria Community Relations Rebecca Johnson Preschool Admin. Assistant Dee Savioli Outdoor Leadership Kim Urquhart Program Coordinator Steve Urquhart Building Manager Club 79th Birthday Celebration November 23 W Club Kids Program opens at 1:00 PM Arlington Early Release November 23 W ABGC Dolphins 6th Annual Alumni Swim Meet 5:30-7:00 PM November 24 Th Club closed, Thanksgiving Day November 25 F Club Kids Program opens at 1:00 PM November 26 Sa Christmas Tree Sale begins 9AM-8PM CONTACT x219 afterschool@abgclub.org x216 abcpreschool@abgclub.org x247 cannunciata@abgclub.org x220 jbowler@abgclub.org x211 dcurran@abgclub.org x214 gduddy@abgclub.org x248 lduddy@abgclub.org x223 kflood@abgclub.org x222 abgclub@abgclub.org x250 dhontoria@abgclub.org x217 abcpreschool@abgclub.org x237 dsavioli@abgclub.org x232 kurquhart@abgclub.org x213 surquhart@abgclub.org

3 SPECIAL EVENTS SPECIAL EVENTS Special Events Fall Family Festival October 7th at 5:30 PM Join us for the 6th Annual Fall Family Festival featuring short movies, face painting, pumpkin decorating, balloon art & a moon bounce. Festivities will run 5:30-8:00pm. Bring your taste buds & participate in the 6th Annual Chili Cookoff. Tickets are $1 each for food and prices range from $1 to $3. There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza and baked goods available for purchase. Prime, your trusted butcher, is generously donating hamburgers & hot dogs for the evening, and Blue Ribbon BBQ is providing cornbread and a gift certificate to the 1st Prize winner of the Chili Cookoff. Activities are sponsored in part by TD Bank. AmazonSmile is a simple and automatic way to support the Arlington Boys & Girls Club every time you shop, at no cost to you. When you shop at (without changing your existing account details), you ll find the exact same experience as Amazon.com, but in this case, Amazon will donate 0.5% of the purchase price from eligible AmazonSmile purchases to the Club! Please share this information with family and friends who shop on Amazon! Follow us on Twitter and Facebook Follow us with your smartphone at twitter.com/abgclub and on Facebook for the latest ABGC info! Register below with your Smartphone Scan this QR code on your smartphone for a direct link to register online. Chili Cookoff October 7th All interested parties are required to complete and submit a signed copy of the rules and registration form with the entry fee of $5 by October 5th. No late registrations will be accepted. Space is limited and entries will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Prize for 1st place will be given to the Chili that receives the most votes. 39th Annual Golf Classic Winchester Country Club Winter Registration n Online preview available Wednesday October 26. Monday October 17th: The day includes eighteen holes of golf at Winchester Country Club with cart, lunch, buffet supper and golf memento bag. All proceeds from the tournament will go directly to support youth programs at the Club. Our programs help young people succeed in school, stay healthy, learn important life skills, pursue interests in the arts, sports and explore vocational choices. n Online and mail-in registration begins Wednesday November 2. n Walk-in, phone-in, and fax-in registration begins Wednesday November 16. 6th Annual Alumni Swim Meet Wednesday, November 23rd 5:30-7pm: Dive in! This is an Alumni Welcome Back fundraiser for the Swim Team Scholarship Fund. All current Dolphin swim team members are invited to take on the alums! $5 entry fee. For more information, contact Lauren at lduddy@abgclub.org Shop Arlington First: Did you know you can use your Shop Arlington First dollars at the Club! They can be redeemed at the front desk for trips, activities, membership and more. Page 1

4 GENERAL INFORMATION General Information for those 17 & under Annual Child Membership - $25 Memembership is required prior to enrolling in classes. Children ages 6-17 can participate in the supervised Club Kids Program (see Club Kids information on page 3). Members must bring their card and check in each time they come to the Club. Members may bring a guest (must be 8 years of age). Guests 8-17 years are $5. Guests must be accompanied by a current member. Limit of 1 visit before membership is required. Membership Benefits: Family Swim Tuesdays 10:30-11:15 AM (limited to 25 people), Fridays 5:30-6:15 PM or 6:15-7:00 PM (limited to 75 people) Open to all members and immediate family. Children must be accompanied by a parent in the water. One person in the family must be a current member of the Club. Suggested admission is a donation to the Arlington Food Pantry. No Swim September 16 & October 7. Parent Tot Connection Ages 1-4 This drop-in playgroup meets on Fridays from 9:30 to 11 AM. An adult must attend. The program provides participants an opportunity to play together and with others. Age-appropriate activities including music and movement and crafts will be offered each week. This program is offered with support from Thom Mystic Valley Early Intervention. Begins Friday September 23. No play group on October 28, November 25 & December 16. Tot Seasonal Parties Members can join in seasonal celebrations held on Friday October 28 and December 16 at 10 am. Featuring a sing along and special crafts. Adult supervision is required. Sign-In Procedure What is the Arlington Boys & Girls Club? A place to go and have fun A place where a child can be a child while learning to understand him/herself A place where a child can feel he/she is important A place that provides physical fitness, health and athletic programs A place that provides arts and crafts to develop skills and talents A place that provides leadership development and decision-making responsibilities A place to develop new friendships Code of Conduct Be honest/act honestly Follow Club rules Behave in a respectful manner to each other, Club staff, volunteers, and visitors Respect all property belonging to you, others, and the Club Recognize and focus on effort, positive behavior, and excellence Honor differences Violations of the Code of Conduct will follow the three strike policy 1. Staff will sit the child down and explain what rule was broken. 2. Staff will contact parent about child s behavior. 3. Child may be suspended, depending on the severity of behavior. ABGC 79th Birthday Celebration Week November Monday Tuesday Parent & Adult Member Luncheon 12 PM Birthday Pool Party 2:15 PM Wednesday Birthday Scavenger Hunt 4:00 PM Thursday Friday Saturday Birthday Party 4:00 PM Birthday Crafts 4:00 PM Birthday Cooking 11:00 AM GENERAL INFORMATION All members and guests must sign in when entering the club. Club Bank & Snack Bar Youth members can deposit any amount of money for the day and withdraw as they need. Money must be withdrawn at day s end. Pizza is sold Fridays at 5 PM and Saturdays at 11:30 AM. Page 2

5 CLUB KIDS PROGRAM INFORMATION Club Kids Information A yearly non-refundable membership fee of $25 is required of all members. This fee allows members ages 6-17 access to the Club during Club hours to participate in daily games, learning center, tournaments, open gym, free swim and special events. Membership fees are renewable one year from date of purchase. Members, ages 6-17, are supervised at the Club. The Club has an open door policy, which means members may go in and out of the building as they please. Parents should limit how far their children can stray from the Club. Children not mature enough to handle this responsibility should enroll in other programs with direct supervision. Please refer to our website at for a monthly calendar of activities and events. Club Kids Program Members 6-17 years Ages 6-11 Ages Tue 1:00-7:00 PM 1:00-8:45 PM Wed 2:30-7:00 PM 2:30-8:45 PM Thu 2:30-7:00 PM 2:30-8:45 PM Fri 2:30-8:45 PM 2:30-8:45 PM Sat 9:00 AM-4:45 PM 9:00 AM-4:45 PM Triple Play We implement Triple Play into our daily programs. This Boys & Girls Club of America program strives to improve the overall health of Club member s ages 6-17 by increasing their daily physical activity, teaching them good nutrition and helping them develop healthy relationships. Triple Play activities will be held Tuesday - Saturday. CLUB KIDS PROGRAM INFORMATION Club Kids Questions Ages 6-17: 1. Are my children safe? There are staff members located in all program areas. All staff have background checks performed annually and have CPR and first aid training. 2. Can my child go outside? While participating in Club sponsored programs and activities, members age 6-17 are supervised by Club staff and volunteers. However, the Club has an open door policy, which means that any member may enter or exit the building as they please during open hours. The Club relies on parents to set appropriate limits and grant permission to be on Club grounds. It is imperative that you establish and enforce rules about whether your chidren may leave the Club alone, or with other children. If your children are not allowed to leave the Club alone or with others, please plan to come inside the Club to pick up your children. The Club cannot be responsible for children prior to their arrival at the Club or if they voluntarily leave the Club. 3. What should my child bring to the Club? Children should bring a bathing suit, towel and a snack or money for snacks. Snack machines and drink machines are available. If your child brings money, please check the money in at the bank at the front desk. Money can be taken out as needed. Please take all money out at the end of the day. 4. What shouldn t my child bring to the Club? Please do not bring expensive items to the club. The Club is not responsible for lost or stolen items. Program Area Schedule for Fall Session Ages 6-17 Program Area Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday Games Room 1:00-7:00 PM 2:30-7:00 PM 2:30-7:00 PM 2:30-8:45 PM 9:00 AM - 4:45 PM Teen Room 3:30-7:00 PM 3:30-7:00 PM 3:30-7:00 PM 3:30-8:45 PM 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Learning Center Power Hour* Free Swim Ages 6-17 Open Gym Ages 6-17 Open Gym Ages :00-3:00 PM 3:00-4:00 PM 3:00-4:00 PM 2:15-2:45 PM 4:45-5:15 PM 2:00-3:00 PM 4:00-5:00 PM 4:45-5:15 PM 4:45-5:15 PM 4:45-5:15 PM 7:00-8:30 PM 3:00-5:00 PM 3:00-5:00 PM 4:00-5:00 PM 8:00-8:45 PM 7:00-8:45 PM 7:00-8:45 PM Note that Open Gym schedule is subject to change as a result of inclement weather. * Power Hour is a Homework Support Program, see page 4 for details. 1:00-1:30 PM 4:00-4:30 PM 12:30-4:30 PM Page 3

6 CLUB KIDS PROGRAM INFORMATION Project Learn Project Learn reinforces the academic enrichment and school engagement of young people during the time they spend at the Club. This is funded by a grant from the Cummings Foundation $100K for 100 program. Through Project Learn, Club staff use all the areas and programs in the Club to create opportunities for these high yield learning activities, which include reading and writing activities, discussions with knowledgeable adults, helping others, homework help, tutoring and games that develop young people s cognitive skills. Project Learn also encourages collaboration between Club and school professionals and parents in creating the best after-school learning environment for Club members ages 6 to 17. Project Learn Program Descriptions High-yield activities (HYAs) provide youth with fun experiences that are hands-on, interactive and intentionally develop critical thinking or other skills. Money Matters promotes financial responsibility and independence among Club members ages by building their basic money management skills. Power Hour: Making Minutes Count helps Club members ages 6-17 achieve academic success by providing homework help, tutoring and high-yield learning activities and encouraging members to become self-directed learners.. Diplomas to Degrees (d2d) provides a range of services to guide teens as they work toward high school graduation and prepare for post-secondary education and career success. Contact Dee at dsavioli@abgclub.org for more information. Getting Ourselves Organized for the School Year: September 21, 6-7 PM. Applications, Essays & Open Houses: October 5 & 19, 6-7 PM. Early Action, Early Decision & Everything In Between: November 2, 16, 6-7 PM. Holiday Party: December 7, 6-7 PM. SMART Girls is a small-group health, fitness, prevention/ education and self-esteem enhancement program designed to meet the developmental needs of girls. Club Tech was created to ensure that youth of all ages and circumstances have access to the same resources and skills to help them discover their world; expand creativity and perform better in school. Youth Swim Classes Swim Class Registration: limited to one swim class per session. 1. A waitlist will be established once classes are filled. 2. Participants must be at least six years of age to register for youth level classes. Locker Room Safety Rules 1. Food, gum, beverages and glass items are NOT allowed. 2. Do NOT stand on the benches. 3. NO running or chasing in the Locker Room. 4. Shower before entering the pool. 5. Use of a cell phone in any of the locker room areas is NOT allowed. 6. The Club is NOT responsible for lost or stolen items. 7. Report all losses or injury to the Front Desk Staff. 8. Please help to keep our locker rooms looking great by picking up after yourself. 9. All contents removed daily from lockers will be held for period of up to two weeks; unclaimed items will be given to charity. 10. Lockers may not be used to store items overnight. Personal locks will be cut off and discarded and items will be confiscated. Locker Room access 1. Children five years of age or younger may enter the locker room of the opposite gender. 2. Children age six or older are not allowed in the locker room of the opposite gender; the family changing room is available. 3. Children age six or older may enter the appropriate locker room without adult supervision. 4. Use of family changing room is encouraged; please see front desk staff for key to use the family changing room. Family Changing Room Policies YOUTH SWIM CLASSES 1. Priority use for the Family Changing Rooms is for families with young children of the opposite sex of the parent, who cannot utilize the locker rooms to assist their children in changing into swim gear. 2. Please do not leave personal belongings behind when departing the family changing room. 3. Please see front desk staff for family changing room key. Page 4

7 YOUTH SWIM CLASSES Private Swim Lessons Ages 3-17 There will be 1 child per instructor. The goal is to improve the skills that the child has, and to introduce new skills. Red Cross Swim Level requirements will be covered A1 W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A3 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A5 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B3 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $190 11/ B4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $190 11/ B5 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/28-12/2 $190 11/ B6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/28-12/2 $190 11/ B7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 10/29-12/3 $225 Semi-Private Swim Lessons There will be 2-3 children ages 6 and older in each class. The goal is to improve the skills that they have, and to introduce new skills. Red Cross Swim Level requirements will be covered. Level AA M 3:00-3:30 PM 9/12-10/17 $140 10/ AB W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/14-10/19 $ BA M 3:00-3:30 PM 10/24-11/28 $ BB W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/26-11/30 $170 Level AC W 4:10-4:40 PM 9/14-10/19 $ BC W 4:10-4:40 PM 10/26-11/30 $170 Level AD Sa 12:00-12:30 PM 9/17-10/22 $ AE Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 9/17-10/22 $ BD Sa 12:00-12:30 PM 10/29-12/3 $ BE Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 10/29-12/3 $170 Level AF W 4:10-4:40 PM 9/14-10/19 $ AG Sa 11:20-11:50AM 9/17-10/22 $ BF W 4:10-4:40 PM 10/26-11/30 $ BG Sa 11:20-11:50AM 10/29-12/3 $170 Level AH Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 9/13-10/18 $ BH Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 10/25-11/29 $170 Youth Level I: Introduction to Water Skills Purpose: Comfort in water. Basic water safety rules. Bobbing, blowing bubbles, and locating a submerged object. Swimming, floating and gliding on front and back A1 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A2 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 10/29-12/3 $75 Youth Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills Purpose: Success with fundamental skills. Water safety rules. Submerge entire head, front and back glide, and tread water. Bob in water, float, swim using combined stroke on front and back. Includes time in the shallow end and the deep end A1 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A4 F 3:35-4:05 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A5 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A6 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 10/27-12/1 $65 11/ B4 F 3:35-4:05 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B5 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 10/29-12/3 $ B6 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 10/29-12/3 $75 YOUTH SWIM CLASSES Page 5

8 YOUTH SWIM CLASSES Youth Level 3: Stroke Development Purpose: Build on Level 2 skills by additional guided practice. Front and back glide, front crawl, elementary backstroke & scissors kick. Sitting and kneeling dive. Rotary breathing. Survival float & back float. This class is in the deep end A1 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A3 W 4:10-4:40 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A4 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A5 F 4:10-4:40 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A6 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A7 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B3 W 4:10-4:40 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B4 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 10/27-12/1 $65 11/ B5 F 4:10-4:40 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B6 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 10/29-12/3 $ B7 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 10/29-12/3 $75 Youth Level 4: Stroke Improvement Purpose: Develop confidence in strokes and aquatic skills. Survival float, back float, elementary backstroke, breaststroke, butterfly, side stroke & throwing assist. Front and back crawl, open turn on front & back, and diving A1 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A2 W 3:35-4:05 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A4 F 3:35-4:05 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A5 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 W 3:35-4:05 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 10/27-12/1 $65 11/ B4 F 3:35-4:05 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B5 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 10/29-12/3 $75 Youth Level 5: Stroke Refinement Purpose: Provide coordination and refine strokes, survival swimming, shallow angle dive, front and back crawl. Tuck and pike surface dive. Front crawl and backstroke, flip turns. Elementary backstroke, butterfly, breaststroke, sidestroke A1 W 3:35-4:05 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A2 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A3 F 4:10-4:40 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A4 Sa 9:35-10:05 AM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 W 3:35-4:05 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B2 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 10/27-12/1 $65 11/ B3 F 4:10-4:40 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B4 Sa 9:35-10:05 AM 10/29-12/3 $75 Youth Level 6: Swimming and Skill Proficiency Purpose: Ease, efficiency, power, & smoothness offered in two separate classes. All classes continue to work on strokes and include endurance swim (500 yards/20 lengths). A child can register for either class. No specific order required to pass. 1. Fitness Swimmer: Different ways to exercise in water. 2. Personal Water Safety. Type FS A1 F 3:35-4:05 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B2 Sa 10:45-11:15 AM 10/29-12/3 $75 Type PWS A2 Sa 10:45-11:15 AM 9/17-10/22 $75 YOUTH SWIM CLASSES B1 F 3:35-4:05 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/11 Family Swim Tuesdays 10:30-11:15 AM (limited to 25 people), Fridays 5:30-6:15 PM or 6:15-7:00 PM (limited to 75 people) Open to all members and immediate family. Children must be accompanied by a parent in the water. One person in the family must be a current member of the club. Suggested admission is a donation to the Arlington Food Pantry. No Swim September 16 & October 7. Page 6

9 YOUTH SPORTS CLASSES Intramural Swim Team Ages 6-12 This is a great option for children ages 6-12 that want a swim team experience. Choose from either the Turkey Hill Tiger Sharks, Mystic Valley Marlins or Broadway Barracudas. Each team will feature stroke development & refinement, turn/diving drills, timed swims and Wacky Water Sports. Three swim meets are scheduled, dates TBA. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards of the pool. Turkey Hill Tiger Sharks A1 M 4:15-5:00 PM 9/19-11/28 $150 10/10 Mystic Valley Marlins A2 M 5:00-5:45 PM 9/19-11/28 $150 10/10 Broadway Barracudas A3 M 5:45-6:30 PM 9/19-11/28 $150 10/10 Youth Sports Classes Boys Lacrosse Ages 6-12 A beginner level program which introduces basic lacrosse skills including passing, catching, cradling, shooting and dodging. Each class offers skill building activities. Goggles and sticks provided! Mouth guards required A1 F 3:15-4:00 PM 9/16-10/21 $55 Karate Ages 6 & Up Tae-Sho Karate is a combination of Tai Kwan Do and Shoto Kan. Students will learn discipline, structure and self-defense. Children ages 6-8 must have approval of instructor prior to registering. Instructor is Michael Vartebedian, black belt in the art of Karate and former Golden Glove Boxer A1 W 6:15-7:15 PM 9/14-11/30 $ A2 Sa 8:45-9:45 AM 9/17-12/3 $ A3 W, Sa Both times 9/14-12/3 $165 Biddy Basketball Skills & Drills Ages 5-8 Each week participants will learn/review basic basketball skills and apply them to a variety of drills. Games played, but primary focus will be to build on and improve the skill sets of each participant A1 Tu 3:15-4:00 PM 9/13-10/18 $ B1 Tu 3:15-4:00 PM 10/25-11/29 $55 Biddy Basketball Ages 6-8 Designed for boys and girls 6 to 8 years old. On game day, there is a Skills and Drills Session at their scheduled game time each week. Skill sessions last about 15 minutes, followed by a game consisting of (2) 16 minute halves. Games officiated by experienced Club staff. Time will be spent learning the rules that apply to the game of basketball. Volunteer coaches are always needed A1 Sa 10 AM-12 PM 9/24-12/3 $85 11/26 Week 1 & 2 Saturday 10:00-11:15 AM. For remainder, refer to schedule given out on the second week. Jr. Basketball One & Two Ages 9-13 Designed for boys and girls, ages 9 to 13. An intramural league designed for fun and stresses the importance of individual and team sportsmanship. The most important concept in our program is that we play to have fun. Everyone plays! Fundamentals are emphasized. Focus is placed on cooperation, not competition. This is a program that involves respect for everyone and a clear understanding of the rules by players, coaches, referees, and parents. Games will be played at 5:00 PM, 6:00 PM or 7:00 PM. Ages 9-10: A1 W, Th or F 5, 6 & 7 PM 9/22-12/2 $85 11/23-11/25 Week 1 & 2 Thursday 5:00-6:15 PM. For remainder refer to schedule given out on the second week. Ages 11-13: YOUTH SPORTS CLASSES A1 W, Th or F 5,6, & 7 PM 9/23-12/2 $85 11/23-11/25 Week 1 & 2 Friday 5:00-6:15 PM. For remainder refer to schedule given out on the second week. Girls Basketball League Ages 8-12 An intramural league designed for fun and stresses the importance of individual and team sportsmanship. The most important concept in our program is that we play to have fun. Everyone plays! Fundamentals are emphasized. Focus is placed on cooperation, not competition. This program fosters respect for everyone and a clear understanding of the rules by players, coaches, referees and parents. Games will be played at 5:00 PM or 6:00 PM A1 Tu 5:00-7:00 PM 9/20-11/8 $70 Week 1 5:00-6:15 PM. For remainder refer to schedule given out on the first week Page 7

10 YOUTH SPORTS CLASSES YOUTH ENRICHMENT CLASSES YOUTH STEM CLASSES Gymnastics This class will promote strength, coordination and flexibilty. The main focus is on floor exercise. Skills will also be taught using an obstacle course. Designed for all abilities. Girls Dress Code: Leotards, bare feet and hair pulled back tight. No jeans or dresses. Boys Dress Code: Shorts and t-shirt tucked in, bare feet. No jeans. Kindergarten - Age 6: A1 M 3:15-4:00 PM 9/12-10/17 $55 10/ B1 M 3:15-4:00 PM 10/24-11/28 $55 11/21 Age 7 & 8: A2 M 4:00-4:45 PM 9/12-10/17 $55 10/ B2 M 4:00-4:45 PM 10/24-11/28 $55 11/21 Age 9 & up: A3 M 4:45-5:30 PM 9/12-10/17 $55 10/ B3 M 4:45-5:30 PM 10/24-11/28 $55 11/21 Girls Volleyball Ages 9-13 Skills such as serving, passing, setting, hitting and blocking are emphasized. Classes consist of skill-building activities and organized games. Teams will be formed and games will be played each week A1 W 5:15-6:15 PM 9/14-10/19 $ B1 W 5:15-6:15 PM 10/26-11/30 $55 Youth Enrichment Classes D & D Outdoor Adventure Club Ages 10 & up The Club will continue its partnership with the Appalachian Mountain Club s Youth Opportunity Program to help create unique and memorable experiences for our youth in the outdoors. Any questions, please Dee at dsavioli@abgclub.org. Place A1 M 7AM-6PM 10/3 $40 Welch Dickey, Waterville Valley, NH A2 W 7AM-6PM 10/12 $40 Pawtuckaway State Park, Nottingham, NH Vacation Club Grades K-5 The afterschool program staff will offer full day programs for children in grades K-5 during school vacations. Daily activities include crafts, structured computer time in the learning center, sports in the gym, daily free swims and special events. Children may be separated into age groups for some activities. For questions, contact Tom at tbaldwin@abgclub.org. Register by December 14th. Required paperwork is needed once registered D1 Tu 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM 12/27 $ D2 W 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM 12/28 $ D3 Th 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM 12/29 $ D4 F 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM 12/30 $50 Babysitting Course Ages This course is designed to prepare students, ages 11-15, for babysitting! Learn how to manage young children, feed, diaper, and care for infants, respond to emergency situations, and make good decisions under pressure. Children will receive a certificate upon completion of the course B1 M 3:15-4:15 PM 10/24-11/28 $60 Youth Volunteer Opportunities Ages Learn how to be a leader and gain first-hand experience with this incredible opportunity to work with our youth members! Lauren at lduddy@abgclub.org to learn more. Youth STEM Classes: Science Technology Engineering Mathematics LEGO Structures - Ages 6-8 Become a junior builder and make amazing LEGO creations! You will learn core structural engineering concepts, while building cool structures like towers, bridges and castles. There are no instruction booklets in this class - you will get to use your imagination to build structures, and at the same time learn the engineering behind them. So while your buildings will look cool on the outside, they will also be sturdy and stable because they might get attacked by hurricanes, earthquakes and boulders. Class taught by Ascendly. Page A1 W 4:00-5:00 PM 9/14-10/19 $110

11 YOUTH STEM CLASSES / YOUTH FRIDAY NIGHT FUN Wooden Structures and Contraption Engineering - Ages 6-8 Do you love to build and are you looking for new directions for your construction expertise? Create crazy structures like towers and winding ball contraptions with thousands of wooden planks and hone your structural engineering skills. This class is full of open-ended projects where you can use your imagination and learn all about engineering. You ll be blown away by the huge structures you re able to create. Class taught by Ascendly B1 W 4:00-5:00 PM 10/26-11/30 $110 Pick Em Up and Put Em Down Ages 10 & Up Do you love chess and the outdoors? This new program will take children to new and exciting places to sharpen their skills! Children will learn how to use a map/compass as well. All children will walk away from this program with their own tool kit, compass, and T-shirt (upon completion). Experience playing chess preferred A1 Sa 9 AM - 5 PM 10/1 $40 Castle Island A2 Sa 9 AM - 5 PM 10/22 $40 Breakheart Reservation B1 Tu 9 AM - 5 PM 11/8 $40 Hale Reservation Youth Friday Night Fun Parents Night Out Ages 6-10 Join us for pizza and a movie night, followed by swim time in the pool! Look for title of movie 1 week prior to the event. Popcorn and drinks will also be provided! A1 F 6:00-9:00 PM 9/30 $ B1 F 6:00-9:00 PM 11/4 $ B2 F 6:00-9:00 PM 12/2 $15 Teen Night Ages 12-17: Kick off BBQ September 23, 6:00pm-8:30pm: Come spend your Friday night at the Club! Members and guests ages are invited to a kick off the school year BBQ. Come play cornhole, can jam, take a swim and play in the gym. Teen Scene Trip Ages Tot Swim Classes Swim Class Registration: limited to one swim class per session. 1. A waitlist will be established once classes are filled. 2. Children who register for a tot swim class without a parent must be at least 34 inches to chin level. 3. Children not toliet trained must wear swim diapers or rubber pants over diapers. Locker Room Safety Rules 1. Food, gum, beverages and glass items are NOT allowed. 2. Do NOT stand on the benches. 3. NO Running or Chasing in the Locker Room. 4. Shower before entering the pool. 5. Use of a cell phone in any of the locker room areas is NOT allowed. 6. The Club is NOT responsible for lost or stolen items. 7. Report all losses or injury to the Front Desk Staff. 8. Please help to keep our locker rooms looking great by picking up after yourself. 9. All contents removed daily from lockers will be held for period of up to two weeks; unclaimed items will be given to charity. 10. Lockers may not be used to store items overnight. Personal locks will be cut off and discarded and items will be confiscated. Locker Room access 1. Children five years of age or younger may enter the locker room of the opposite gender. 2. Children age six or older are not allowed in the locker room of the opposite gender; the family changing room is available. 3. Children age six or older may enter the appropriate locker room without adult supervision. 4. Use of family changing room is encouraged; please see front desk staff for key to use the family changing room. Family Changing Room Policies TOT SWIM CLASSES 1. Priority use for the Family Changing Rooms is for families with young children of the opposite sex of the parent, who cannot utilize the locker rooms to assist their children in changing into swim gear. 2. Please do not leave personal belongings behind when departing the family changing room. 3. Please see front desk staff for family changing room key. Screamfest Canobie Lake Park, NH B1 F 4:00-11:00 PM 10/14 $45 Page 9

12 TOT SWIM CLASSES Tot Water Babies with Parent Designed to introduce children to the aquatic atmosphere at a young age. Skills include blowing bubbles, kicking on stomach and back, paddling arms, sliding/jumping in, gliding, floating and going underwater. Includes group skills, free play, games & songs. Ages 6-24 months: A1 M 9:30-10:00 AM 9/12-10/17 $60 10/ A2 W 9:30-10:00 AM 9/14-10/19 $ A3 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 9/17-10/22 $ A4 Sa 9:35-10:05 AM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 M 9:30-10:00 AM 10/24-11/28 $ B2 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 10/29-12/3 $ B3 Sa 9:35-10:05 AM 10/29-12/3 $70 Ages months: A1 W 10:00-10:30 AM 9/14-10/19 $ A2 F 10:15-10:45 AM 9/16-10/21 $ A3 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 9/17-10/22 $ A4 Sa 10:45-11:15 AM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 F 10:15-10:45 AM 10/28-12/2 $60 11/ B2 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 10/29-12/3 $ B3 Sa 10:45-11:15 AM 10/29-12/3 $70 Ages 6 months - 4 years: A1 Sa 11:20-11:50 AM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 W 10:00-10:30 AM 10/26-11/30 $ B2 Sa 11:00-11:30 AM 10/29-12/3 $70 Private Swim Lessons Ages 3-17 There will be 1 child per instructor. The goal is to improve the skills that the child has, and to introduce new skills. Red Cross Swim Level requirements will be covered A1 W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A3 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A5 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B3 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $190 11/ B4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $190 11/ B5 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/28-12/2 $190 11/ B6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/28-12/2 $190 11/ B7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 10/29-12/3 $225 Semi-Private Swim Lessons Ages 3-5 Years There will be 2-3 children in each class. The goal is to improve the skills that they have, and to introduce new skills. Child must meet height requirement of 34 inches to chin level. Ages A1 Th 1:30-2:00 PM 9/15-10/20 $ B1 Th 1:30-2:00 PM 10/27-12/1 $140 11/24 Ages A2 Tu 1:30-2:00 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A3 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 9/17-10/22 $ B2 Tu 1:30-2:00 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B3 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 10/29-12/3 $170 Fish 3 & 4 year olds without parent Children must be 34 inches to chin level. Skills: safety, learning to balance & maneuver, kicking on stomach & back, paddling arms, floating, use of barbells, noodles and kickboards, jumping, blowing bubbles, going underwater & confidence building. Includes water games and songs. Taught in the shallow end A1 Tu 1-1:30 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A2 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A3 W 10:30-11AM 9/14-10/19 $ A4 Th 10:15-10:45 AM 9/15-10/20 $ A5 F 10:45-11:15AM 9/16-10/21 $ A6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A7 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A8 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A9 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 Tu 1-1:30 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B3 W 10:30-11AM 10/26-11/30 $ B4 Th 10:15-10:45 AM 10/27-12/1 $65 11/ B5 F 10:45-11:15AM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B7 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 10/29-12/3 $ B8 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 10/29-12/3 $ B9 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 10/29-12/3 $75 TOT SWIM CLASSES Page 10

13 TOT SWIM CLASSES TOT GYM CLASSES Turtles 4 & 5 year swim Refer to Fish description, only difference is ages 4-5 years A1 M 3:00-3:30 PM 9/12-10/17 $65 10/ A2 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A3 W 1-1:30 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A4 Th 10:45-11:15AM 9/15-10/20 $ A5 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A6 Sa 12-12:30PM 9/17-10/22 $ A7 Sa 2:10-2:40PM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 M 3:00-3:30PM 10/24-11/28 $ B2 Tu 4:10-4:40PM 10/25-11/29 $ B3 W 1-1:30 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B4 Th 10:45-11:15AM 10/27-12/1 $65 11/ B5 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $65 11/ B6 Sa 12-12:30PM 10/29-12/3 $ B7 Sa 2:10-2:40PM 10/29-12/3 $75 Penguins 4 & 5 year swim Child must be comfortable in water & can swim slightly on front without support A1 M 3:35-4:05 PM 9/12-10/17 $65 10/ A2 W 1:30-2 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A3 W 3:35-4:05 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A4 Th 1-1:30 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A5 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A6 Sa 12:00-12:30 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A7 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A8 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 M 3:35-4:05 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B2 W 1:30-2 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B3 W 3:35-4:05 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B4 Th 1:00-1:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $65 11/ B5 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 10/27-12/1 $65 11/ B6 Sa 12:00-12:30 PM 10/29-12/3 $ B7 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 10/29-12/3 $ B8 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 10/29-12/3 $75 Dolphins 4 & 5 year swim Is able to swim on front & back without support in 4-6 feet of water A1 M 3:35-4:05 PM 9/12-10/17 $65 10/ A2 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A3 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 9/17-10/22 $ A4 Sa 11:20-11:50 AM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 M 3:35-4:05 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B2 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 10/27-12/1 $65 11/ B3 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 10/29-12/3 $ B4 Sa 11:20-11:50 AM 10/29-12/3 $75 Walrus Advanced 4 & 5 year swim A deep end class. Child must be able to swim front crawl and back crawl the width of the pool. Need instructor permission to register A1 F 4:10-4:40 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A2 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 F 4:10-4:40 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B2 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 10/29-12/3 $75 Tot Gym Classes Jump, Jiggle & Jive Ages months A music and movement program for children ages months and their caregiver. The focus of the program is on the process of adults and children having fun while making music together A1 Th 9:00-10AM 9/15-10/20 $ B1 Th 9:00-10AM 10/27-12/1 $47 11/24 Tot Wee Wigglers Ages months This class is offered for children ages months with a caregiver. Each session will include gross motor play, music, circle time and social interaction for tots with an adult A1 Th 10:30-11:15AM 9/15-10/20 $ B1 Th 10:30-11:15AM 10/27-12/1 $47 11/24 Page 11

14 TOT GYM CLASSES Tot Tumble Bumble Ages 2-3 yrs This class is for ages 2-3 years with a caregiver. Adults will guide children through an obstacle course, where they will learn beginning gymnastic skills. We roll, climb, jump and have fun A1 M 9:30-10:15AM 9/12-10/17 $55 10/ A2 W 9:30-10:15AM 9/14-10/19 $ B1 M 9:30-10:15AM 10/24-11/28 $ B2 W 9:30-10:15AM 10/26-11/30 $65 Tot Gym Together Ages 2-4 yrs Offered for ages 2-4 years with a caregiver. Children and adults will participate in age-appropriate large motor activities and games using a wide range of equipment and props A1 Tu 10:15-11AM 9/13-10/18 $ B1 Tu 10:15-11AM 10/25-11/29 $55 Twinkle Twinkle Little Toes Ages 3-5 yrs This is a fun creative movement class for 3-5 year old mini ballerinas without parent. Basic dance skills are taught through coordination activities, games, and short combinations. Each class includes a dance related craft and story A1 W 1:00-1:45 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A2 F 1:00-1:45 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 W 1:00-1:45 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B2 F 1:00-1:45 PM 10/28-12/2 $40 11/11, 11/25 Tumblers Ages 3-5 yrs Tumblers I -III: This class teaches the fundamentals of gymnastics in a fun & safe environment. It is designed to develop strength, coordination and flexibility. Basic skills are tauaght through an obstacle course. Girls Dress Code: Leotards, bare feet and hair pulled back tight. No jeans or dresses. Tumblers ll: Ages 3 & 4 years A2 M 11-11:45AM 9/12-10/17 $55 10/ A3 W 10:15-11:00AM 9/14-10/19 $ B2 M 11-11:45AM 10/24-11/28 $ B3 W 10:15-11:00AM 10/26-11/30 $65 Tumblers lll: Ages 4 & 5 years A4 M 12:30-1:15 PM 9/12-10/17 $55 10/ A5 M 1:15-2:00 PM 9/12-10/17 $55 10/ A6 W 11-11:45 AM 9/14-10/19 $ B4 M 12:30-1:15 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B5 M 1:15-2:00 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B6 W 11-11:45 AM 10/26-11/30 $65 Sports & Games Ages 3-4 yrs A fun filled class that introduces children to a variety of sports and games. Each day will include a new sport, games and circle time A1 Tu 9:15-10 AM 9/13-10/18 $ B1 Tu 9:15-10 AM 10/25-11/29 $55 Tot Soccer Ages 4-5 yrs Teaches basic skills such as passing, dribbling, and shooting in a fun game situation A1 F 12:30-1:15 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A2 F 1:15-2:00 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 F 12:30-1:15 PM 10/28-12/2 $47 11/ B2 F 1:15-2:00 PM 10/28-12/2 $47 11/11 Serve and Learn Tennis Ages 4-5 yrs Teaches basic tennis skills using junior tennis rackets A1 W 12:30-1:15 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A2 W 1:15-2:00 PM 9/14-10/19 $ B1 W 12:30-1:15 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B2 W 1:15-2:00 PM 10/26-11/30 $55 TOT GYM CLASSES Boys Dress Code: Shorts and t-shirt tucked in, bare feet. No jeans. Tumblers l: Age 3 years A1 M 10:15-11AM 9/12-10/17 $55 10/ B1 M 10:15-11AM 10/24-11/28 $65 Page 12

15 TOT GYM CLASSES TOTS AT PLAY Hot Shots Basketball Ages 4-5 yrs Introduces basic skills of basketball including passing, dribbling and shooting in a fun game situation A1 Tu 1:15-2:00 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A2 Sa 9-9:45 AM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 Tu 1:15-2:00 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 Sa 9-9:45 AM 10/29-12/3 $55 Tot Stay & Play Ages yrs Offered for children ages 2 years to 3.5 years, the program is designed to promote independence in a relaxed, fun environment. Activities include crafts, fine motor play, music & movement and outdoor play. Snack is provided A1 M 9:30-11:30AM 9/19-11/28 $300 10/ A2 W 9:30-11:30AM 9/21-11/30 $ A3 Th 9:30-11:30AM 9/22-12/1 $300 11/24 Stay & Play FYI: Biddy Basketball Skills & Drills Ages 5-8 Each week participants will learn/review basic basketball skills and apply them to a variety of drills. Games played but primary focus will be to build on and improve the skill sets of each participant A1 Tu 3:15-4:00 PM 9/13-10/18 $ B1 Tu 3:15-4:00 PM 10/25-11/29 $55 Tots at Play Music & Movement with Jeff Jam Ages 6 months - 4 years 1. Children will be dropped off in the classroom located in the lower level of the building. 2. Each child s belongings may be left in lockers outside the classroom. It is suggested that each child have a backpack with a change of clothes and diapers, if needed. Jackets and hats should be left in the locker since outdoor play is scheduled each day, weather permitting. 3. A snack will be provided each day. Special snacks may be offered occasionally. 4. Children will be dismissed in the classroom. Parents are requested to come into the room to pick up the children. Kitchen Concoctions Ages 4 & 5 yrs Simple cooking, make & take, crafts and a book A1 W 12:30-1:15 PM 9/14-10/19 $ B1 W 12:30-1:15 PM 10/26-11/30 $60 Jeff Jam leads young children, ages 6 months through 4 years in singing, clapping, humming, dancing, bouncing and laughing. He is a certified Music Together teacher. Ages 6 mo - 2 years A1 Th 9:15-10:00AM 9/15-10/20 $ B1 Th 9:15-10:00AM 10/27-12/1 $63 11/24 Ages 2 years - 4 years A1 Th 10:15-11:00AM 9/15-10/20 $ B1 Th 10:15-11:00AM 10/27-12/1 $63 11/24 Winter Registration Online preview available Wednesday October 26. Online and mail-in registration begins Wednesday November 2. Walk-in, phone-in, and fax-in registration begins Wednesday November 16. Page 13

16 TOTS AT PLAY ABC Preschool The primary goal of the ABC Preschool, located in the Arlington Boys & Girls Club, is to provide an age-appropriate learning environment that will enhance your child s physical, emotional, social, and cognitive development. Children learn self-respect, respect for others and their surroundings, and a love for learning. We are licensed by the Department of Early Education and Care (EEC) and our staff members are experienced, EEC-certified, and trained in first aid/cpr. Our classrooms are bright, self-contained, and air conditioned with a beautiful view overlooking Spy Pond. All programs include water adjustment in the Club s heated pool, regularly scheduled times in the expansive gymnasium, and an introduction to computers in the learning center using age-appropriate software. Outside play areas include a private fenced-in playground, a basketball court and ball fields adjacent to the Club. ABC Preschool offers a variety of schedules at affordable prices. These include two, three, and five day preschool programs and a Pre-K program which meets five days a week. Application for the school year 2017/2018 will be accepted beginning Dec 1st, For more information, contact Preschool Director Judy Andrews at x 216. Open House Schedule: Wednesday October 5 1:00-2:00 PM Tuesday October 11 12:30-1:30 PM Thursday October 20 1:00-2:00 PM Monday, October 24 1:00-2:00 PM Fall Family Festival October 7th at 5:30 PM TOTS AT PLAY Join us for the 6th Annual Fall Family Festival featuring short movies, face painting, pumpkin decorating, balloon art & a moon bounce. Festivities will run 5:30-8:00pm. Bring your taste buds & participate in the 6th Annual Chili Cookoff. Tickets are $1 each for food and prices range from $1 to $3. There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, pizza and baked goods available for purchase. Prime, your trusted butcher, is generously donating hamburgers & hot dogs, and Blue Ribbon BBQ is providing cornbread and a gift certificate to the 1st Prize winner of the Chili Cookoff. Activities are sponsored in part by TD Bank. Tot Membership Benefits: Family Swim Tuesdays 10:30-11:15 AM (limited to 25 people), Fridays 5:30-6:15 PM or 6:15-7:00 PM (limited to 75 people) Open to all members and immediate family. Children must be accompanied by a parent in the water. One person in the family must be a current member of the Club. Suggested admission is a donation to the Arlington Food Pantry. No Swim September 16 & October 7. Parent Tot Connection Ages 1-4 This drop-in playgroup meets on Fridays from 9:30 to 11 AM. An adult must attend. The program provides participants an opportunity to play together and with others. Age-appropriate activities including music and movement and crafts will be offered each week. This program is offered with support from Thom Mystic Valley Early Intervention. Begins Friday September 23. No play group on October 28, November 25 and December 16. Tot Seasonal Parties Arlington Boys & Girls Club Afterschool Program Grades K-5 This is THE PLACE for EEC licensed afterschool care. It is open to Club members, kindergarten through grade five. Supervised activities include homework help, group games, crafts, swimming and computer time. Five day program 2:30-6PM. One may select two to five days enrollment, with transportation available from most Arlington schools. For more information, afterschool@abgclub.org. Children enrolled in the Afterschool Program can sign up for swim and gym classes during the program. Members can join in seasonal celebrations held on Friday October 28 and December 16 at 10 am. Featuring a sing along and special crafts. Adult supervision is required. Winter Brochure Cover Photo Contest Calling all photographers: The Club is looking for a picture for the front cover of the Winter 2016 Brochure. Pictures should include children and/or scenery that depict the fun of winter. First Prize will be $100 gift certificate to the Club! All photos submitted to the contest are the property of the Arlington Boys & Girls Club to use for Club purposes only. Photo Requirements: Image must be 2600 pixels wide x 1500 pixels tall or larger. Photos must be submitted to gduddy@abgclub.org by Friday September 30. Page 14

17 ADULT PROGRAM ADULT CLASSES Adult Program Membership Membership includes use of pool, gym, fitness room. Guest Fee: $7.00 per day. Photo ID required of all guests. Yearly 9Mo. 6Mo. 3Mo. 1Mo. Adult $295 $280 $240 $145 $60 Students/Seniors $200 $170 $135 $100 $60 Adult Basketball Membership: Saturday mornings 7:00-8:45 AM. September through May, Fee: $175 Young Adult Basketball Membership: Tuesday & Thursday evenings 7:00-8:45 PM, 1 month $20 or 3 months for $45 ADULT SWIM HOURS: Sept 12 - June 10 Morning: M,W,F 6:00-9:15 AM T, Th 7:00-9:15 AM Sat 7:00-8:45 AM Midday: M-F 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM * Evening: M-Th 8:00-9:00 PM * No mid-day hours during public school vacations (Dec, Feb, Apr) FITNESS ROOM HOURS: Sept 12-June 10 Morning: M,W,F 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM T,Th Sat 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM 7:00-8:45 AM Evening: T,W,Th 7:00-9:00 PM * No mid-day hours during public school vacations (Dec, Feb, Apr) ADULT GYM HOURS: Sept 12 - June 10 Morning: M,W,F 6:00-8:45 AM T,Th Sat 7:00-8:45 AM 7:00-8:45 AM Evening: T,Th 7:00-9:00 PM Coffee Social Parent & adult members are invited to join us on the 1st Tuesday of every month from 7-10 AM, beginning October 4. Coffee and refreshments provided. Donate Your Unwanted Vehicle and HELP A CHILD! Donate your unwanted car, truck, trailer or boat to the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. Your vehicle will be towed away free of charge and you can help the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. Tell your friends and neighbors. For more information or to arrange a pick-up call Aquacize Stretching, toning in the pool. Daytime classes Tue, Thu, Fri 9:30-10:15 AM, or evenings Mon and Wed 7:15-8:00 PM. Fee: $7.00 per class. Passes available. Photo ID required of all guests. 4 sessions: $25 non-members, $20 members 8 sessions: $49 non-members, $36 members 12 sessions: $73 non-members, $52 members Arthritis Aquatics Offers range-of-motion, strengthening, conditioning & endurance exercises. Promotes: increased mobility/flexibility, increased strength, improved function, improved balance and coordination, and the ability to do daily activities. Monday & Friday 1-1:45 PM. Fee: $7.00 per class. Passes available. Photo ID required of all guests. Adult Classes Special Olympics Swim Training Program trains athletes for pre-competitive and competitive swim team. Encourages working as a team and striving for improvement. Must meet program criteria to participate, including the ability to pass a 25 yard unassisted swim test. New members must meet with coaches before enrolling A1 M 6:30-7:15 PM 10/3-6/19/17 $160 10/10 Teen/Adult Swim Lessons This class is designed for beginners. The instructor will focus on each person s individual needs. Membership not required A1 Th 7:15-8:00 PM 9/15-10/20 $ B1 Th 7:15-8:00 PM 10/27-12/1 $75 11/24 Teen/Adult Advanced Swim Lessons Designed for those comfortable in the water who want to improve their strokes while building endurance. The instructor will focus on each person s individual needs. Membership is not required A1 Tu 7:15-8:00 PM 9/13-10/18 $ B1 Tu 7:15-8:00 PM 10/25-11/29 $90 Page 15

18 REGISTRATION REGISTRATION Registration Info 1. Mail-in registration must be postmarked. 2. Online registration begins August 3rd at 5AM at for most classes. 3. Walk-in, phone-in and fax-in registration begins August 17th at 9AM. 4. Club membership must be current to register for programs. No notification will be given unless class is cancelled or is full. Payment Payment by check, cash or credit card is due in full at the time of registration. 1. Make checks payable to Arlington Boys & Girls Club. 2. Financial assistance is available - Gina at gduddy@abgclub.org. 3. NO REFUNDS or CREDITS for classes or memberships. Online Registration To register: 1. Click Register Online on the top left. 2. Sign-in with your username and password. 3. To purchase or renew a membership, click Shop in the top border, and then click Pass, then click Registration or Renewal. 4. To register for classes, click on Shop in the top border, then click Activity Enrollment. Make Webtrac work for you First, be that sure we have your current address ( lduddy@abgclub.org with your current address to update your account). At My Account you can: n n n Reprint receipts Print childcare statements with Tax ID info Print household activity calendars that list your child s schedule for the classes you have registered for. Registration Application Last Name: First Name: Phone: Street: Town: Zip: Current Membership required to register! Class # Session# Class Name Fee Pond Lane Arlington, MA T F abgclub@abgclub.org I hereby give my permission for my child to join the Arlington Boys & Girls Club and to participate in all Club activities and acknowledge that my child is fit and capable of participating in these activities. I waive all rights and claims against the Arlington Boys & Girls Club, Inc., its Staff or Board of Directors, for all damages or injuries which may occur while my child participates in Club-sponsored activities. I have received a copy of the policies and have read the rules and regulations of the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. Signature of Parent and/or Guardian: Date: [ Fee Paid: $ Date: Staff: ] Credit Card Payment: MasterCard, Visa, Discover or American Express Name: Signature: Card Number: Exp Date: Page 16

19 Child Membership Application Membership is valid for one year from registration date. Membership must be active throughout the duration of programs. Membership fee for tots and youth is $ Last Name: First Name: Grade: Address: Town: Zip: Phone: - Date of Birth: / / Age: Male/Female: Language: Race/Ethnicity: Does your child have any medical or physical disabilities which limit participation? YES NO If yes, please describe below under Medical History. Allergies: Parent/Guardian: Address: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone: Parent/Guardian: Address: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone: Person To Contact If Parent Cannot Be Reached: Phone: Relationship: How did you hear about the Boys & Girls Club? I hereby give my permission for my child to join the Arlington Boys & Girls Club and participate in all Club activities and acknowledge that my child is fit and capable of participating in these activities. I waive all rights for claims that I may have against the Arlington Boys & Girls Club, Inc., its staff or Board of Directors for damages or injuries, which may occur while my child participates in Club-sponsored activities. I understand that the Arlington Boys & Girls Club does not carry personal injury or accident insurance. Signature: Date: 01/04 Medical History: All parents are encouraged to complete this optional medical form. In the event of a medical emergency, the Boys & Girls Club will provide this information to emergency service personnel caring for your child. The Boys & Girls Club does not assume the responsibility of verifying or updating the information provided, the parents or guardian are urged to inform the Boys & Girls Club of any changes to medical history. Serious Diseases: Physical Limitations: Medications: Hospitalizations: Physician: Any additional medical information the Boys & Girls Club should have: ***************** FOR OFFICE USE ONLY **************** New: Renew: New: Renew: New: Renew: New: Renew: Date: Date: Date: Date: Amt Paid: Amt Paid: Amt Paid: Amt Paid: Staff: Staff: Staff: Staff:

20 Arlington Boys & Girls Club 60 Pond Lane Arlington, MA Phone Fax Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Boston, MA Permit No 457 OR CURRENT RESIDENT Save the Date: Fall Family Festival! Friday, October 7th 5:30-8:00PM Featuring: Face Painting, Pumpkin Decorating, Balloon Art, Moon Bounce, Short Halloween Movie, and Chili Cookoff. SPONSORED IN PART BY: Photo by Elena Chugunova