FALL 2017 Online and mail-in registration begins August 2nd at 5AM Walk-in, phone-in and fax-in registration begins August 9th

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1 G R EAT F U TU R E S STA RT H E R E! ORG Photo by Kyle Winter FALL 2017 Online and mail-in registration begins August 2nd at 5AM Walk-in, phone-in and fax-in registration begins August 9th

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 9 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 2nd 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 9th at 9AM. 4. Club membership must be current to register for programs. No notification will be given unless class is cancelled. 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 11 M Club opens for adults, Session A begins September 12 Tu Club Kids program begins September 15 F Town Day Activities, Club closes at 5:30 PM September 16 Sa Club open for swim classes only September 21 Th Club Kids Program opens at 1:00 PM September 22 F Parent Tot Connection begins 9:30 AM October 6 F Fall Family Festival 6:00-8:00 PM, Club Kids Program closes at 5:30 PM October 9 M Club closed, Columbus Day October 23 M Session B begins November 1 W Club Kids Program opens at 1:00 PM November 10 F Club Kids Program opens at 1:00 PM November 11 Sa Club closed, Veterans Day November 22 W Club Kids Program opens at 1:00 PM November 23 Th Club closed, Thanksgiving Day November 24 F Club Kids Program opens at 1:00 PM November 25 Sa Christmas Tree Sale begins 9AM-8PM 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 Dan Johnson Pool Coordinator Rebecca Johnson Preschool Admin. Assistant Michael Mowatt Pool Coordinator Dee Savioli Outdoor Leadership Kim Urquhart Program Coordinator Steve Urquhart Building Manager 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 x242 djohnson@abgclub.org x217 abcpreschool@abgclub.org x236 mmowatt@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 6th at 6:00 PM Join us for the 7th Annual Fall Family Festival featuring short movies, face painting, pumpkin decorating, balloon art & a moon bounce. Festivities will run 6:00-8:00pm. Bring your taste buds & participate in the 7th 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! 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 Follow us on Twitter and Facebook Chili Cookoff October 6th Follow us with your smartphone at twitter.com/abgclub and on Facebook for the latest ABGC info! 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 4th. 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. 40th Annual Golf Classic Winchester Country Club Monday October 16th: 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. 7th Annual Alumni, Family & Friends Swim Meet Wednesday, November 22nd 5:30-7pm: Dive in! This is an Alumni Welcome Back fundraiser for the Swim Team Scholarship Fund. All current Dolphin swim team members and their families 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. Winter Registration Online preview available Wednesday October 25. Online and mail-in registration begins Wednesday November 1. Walk-in, phone-in, and fax-in registration begins Wednesday November 8. Page 1

4 GENERAL INFORMATION General Information for those 17 & under Annual Child Membership - $25 Membership 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 15 & October 6. 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. Ageappropriate 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 22. No play group on October 27, November 24 & December 15. Tot Seasonal Parties Members can join in seasonal celebrations held on Friday October 27 and December 15 at 10 am. Featuring a sing along and special crafts. Adult supervision is required. 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. GENERAL INFORMATION 3. Child may be suspended, depending on the severity of behavior. ABGC 80th Birthday Celebration Week November Join us for a full week of fun birthday celebrations! Guests are free this whole week so members bring a friend! Check the website as these dates get closer for details. Sign-In Procedure 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 Tues 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 children 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 3:00-7:00 PM 3:00-7:00 PM 3:00-7:00 PM 3:00-8:45 PM 10:00 AM - 4:30 PM Learning Center 2:00-3:00 PM 3:00-4:00 PM 3:00-4:00 PM Power Hour* Free Swim Ages 6-17 Teen Swim Open Gym Ages 6-17 Open Gym Ages :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 7:00-7:45 PM 7:45-8:30 PM 3:00-5:00 PM 4:00-5:00 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 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. 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 SMART Girls is a small-group health, fitness, prevention/ education and self-esteem enhancement program designed to meet the developmental needs of girls. 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 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. 3. Concerned about what level to register for? Contact Dan at djohnson@abgclub.org or Mike at mmowatt@abgclub.org. 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 YOUTH SWIM CLASSES 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 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 9:30-10:00AM 9/13-10/18 $ A2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A3 W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A5 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A7 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A8 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B3 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/26-11/30 $200 11/ B4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/26-11/30 $200 11/ B5 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 10/28-12/2 $200 11/11 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 9/11-10/16 $150 10/ AB W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/13-10/18 $ BA M 3:00-3:30 PM 10/23-11/27 $ BB W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/25-11/29 $179 Level AC W 4:10-4:40 PM 9/13-10/18 $ BC W 4:10-4:40 PM 10/25-11/29 $179 Level AD Sa 11:55-12:25PM 9/16-10/21 $ AE Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 9/16-10/21 $ BD Sa 11:55-12:25PM 10/28-12/2 $150 11/ BE Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 10/28-12/2 $150 11/11 Level AF W 4:10-4:40 PM 9/13-10/18 $ AG Sa 11:20-11:50AM 9/16-10/21 $ BF W 4:10-4:40 PM 10/25-11/29 $ BG Sa 11:20-11:50AM 10/28-12/2 $150 11/11 Level AH Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 9/12-10/17 $ BH Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 10/24-11/28 $179 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 9/12-10/17 $ A2 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B2 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/11 Youth Level 2: Fundamental Aquatic Skills YOUTH SWIM CLASSES 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 9/12-10/17 $ A2 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 9/12-10/17 $ A3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A4 F 3:35-4:05 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A5 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A6 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B2 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 10/26-11/30 $66 11/ B4 F 3:35-4:05 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B5 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/ B6 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/11 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 9/12-10/17 $ A2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 9/12-10/17 $ A3 W 4:10-4:40 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A4 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A5 F 4:10-4:40 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A6 Sa 12:30-1:00PM 9/16-10/21 $ A7 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B3 W 4:10-4:40 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B4 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 10/26-11/30 $66 11/ B5 F 4:10-4:40 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B6 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/ B7 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/11 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 9/12-10/17 $ A2 W 3:35-4:05 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A4 F 4:10-4:40 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A5 Sa 10:45-11:15AM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B2 W 3:35-4:05 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 10/26-11/30 $66 11/ B4 F 4:10-4:40 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B5 Sa 10:45-11:15AM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/11 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 9/13-10/18 $ A2 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A3 F 4:10-4:40 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A4 Sa 9:35-10:05AM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 W 3:35-4:05 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 10/26-11/30 $66 11/ B3 F 4:10-4:40 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B4 Sa 9:35-10:05AM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/11 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 endurance. 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 9/15-10/20 $ B2 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/11 Type PWS A2 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 F 3:35-4:05 PM 10/27-12/1 $79 Family Swim YOUTH SWIM CLASSES 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 15 & October 6. Page 6

9 YOUTH SWIM 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 3:30-4:15 PM 9/18-11/27 $158 10/9 Mystic Valley Marlins A2 M 4:15-5:00 PM 9/18-11/27 $158 10/9 Broadway Barracudas A3 M 5:00-5:45 PM 9/18-11/27 $158 10/9 NEW Middle School Intramural Swim Team Grades 6-8 This is a great option for middle school aged children that want a swim team experience. Each team will feature stroke development & refinement, turn/diving drills, timed swims and water sports. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards in deep water. Pond Lane Cyclones A1 M 5:45-6:30 PM 9/18-11/27 $158 10/9 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 9/15-10/20 $58 NEW Beginner Golf Ages 6-8 years A beginner level program taught by Coach Chris, who is a 5 handicap. Each class children will practice the skills that make up the golf swing. Three weeks of the class will take place in the gym hitting soft golf balls off of mats and three weeks of the class will take place at the driving range at Stone Meadow in Lexington, MA. Please bring an iron and wood club to the class. Contact Chris with any questions at cannunciata@abgclub.org. 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 9/12-10/17 $ B1 Tu 3:15-4:00 PM 10/24-11/28 $58 Biddy Basketball Ages 6-8 YOUTH SPORTS CLASSES 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 10:00-12:00PM 9/23-12/2 $90 11/11 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. Code Days Times Date Fee No Class Ages 9-10: A1 W, Th or F 5, 6 & 7 PM 9/21-12/1 $90 11/22-11/24 Week 1 & 2 Thursday 5:00-6:15 PM. For remainder refer to schedule given out on the second week. Ages 11-13: A1 W, Th or F 5,6, & 7 PM 9/22-12/1 $90 11/22-11/24 Week 1 & 2 Friday 5:00-6:15 PM. For remainder refer to schedule given out on the second week A1 Th 3:15-4:00 PM 9/14-10/19 $80 Page 7

10 YOUTH SPORTS CLASSES 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 9/13-11/29 $ A2 Sa 8:45-9:45 AM 9/16-12/2 $100 11/ A3 W, Sa Both times 9/13-12/2 $165 11/11 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 9/19-11/7 $75 Week 1 5:00-6:15 PM. For remainder refer to schedule ed out 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. Dress Code: Children should wear leotards or t-shirts tucked into shorts and must have bare feet. Long hair must be pulled back tight. Please do not wear jeans, dresses, footed tights or socks. Kindergarten - Age 6: A1 M 3:15-4:00 PM 9/11-10/16 $60 10/ B1 M 3:15-4:00 PM 10/23-11/27 $70 Age 7 & 8: A1 M 4:00-4:45 PM 9/11-10/16 $60 10/ B1 M 4:00-4:45 PM 10/23-11/27 $70 Age 9 & up: A1 M 4:45-5:30 PM 9/11-10/16 $60 10/ B1 M 4:45-5:30 PM 10/23-11/27 $70 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 9/13-10/18 $ B1 W 5:15-6:15 PM 10/25-11/29 $58 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 Th 9AM-5PM 9/21 $50 Pawtuckaway State Park, Nottingham, NH B1 W 8AM-6PM 11/1 $40 Mt. Major, Alton, NH Babysitting Course Ages Designed to prepare students 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 B1 M 3:15-4:15 PM 10/23-11/27 $62 Vacation Club Grades K - 5 Afterschool staff will offer full day programs which include crafts, structured computer time, sports in the gym, daily free swims and special events. Children may be separated by age for some activities. For questions, contact Tom at tbaldwin@abgclub.org. Register by December 6th, with required paperwork D1 Little Picasso Day W 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM 12/27 $ D2 Beach Party Th 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM 12/28 $ D3 Noon Year s Eve F 8:00 AM - 6:00 PM 12/29 $60 Youth Volunteer Opportunities Ages YOUTH ENRICHMENT CLASSES 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. Page 8

11 YOUTH STEM CLASSES / YOUTH FRIDAY NIGHT FUN Youth STEM Classes: Science Technology Engineering Mathematics NEW LEGO Robotics Ages 6-8 LEGO Robotics introduces kids to robotics programming. Kids create bots with motors and sensors and program them on our own computers. There are lots of challenges to engage budding techies. Classes taught by Wicked Cool for Kids A1 Tu 4:00-5:00 PM 9/19-10/17 $140 NEW Girls Science Club Ages 6-8 Engaging hands-on chemistry and geology projects that will encourage girls to be junior scientists. Unlock the secrets of the laboratory to create customized soaps, lip balms, and lotions. Explore how chemists create formulas and make your own cool products to take home. New projects include creating brilliant salt crystals and investigating gems and geodes. Taught by Wicked Cool for Kids B1 Tu 4:00-5:00 PM 10/24-11/21 $140 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 9/29 $ B1 F 6:00-9:00 PM 11/3 $ B2 F 6:00-9:00 PM 12/1 $15 Teen Night Ages 12-17: Kick off BBQ September 22, 6:30-8:30 PM: 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 Screamfest Canobie Lake Park, NH A1 F 4:00-11:00 PM 10/13 $45 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 toilet trained must wear swim diapers or rubber pants over diapers. 4. Concerned about what level to register for? Contact Dan at djohnson@abgclub.org or Mike at mmowatt@abgclub.org. 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. 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 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 9/16-10/21 $ A2 Sa 9:35-10:05 AM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 10/28-12/2 $62 11/ B2 Sa 9:35-10:05 AM 10/28-12/2 $62 11/11 Ages months: A1 Sa 10:10-10:40AM 9/16-10/21 $ A2 Sa 10:45-11:15AM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 Sa 10:10-10:40AM 10/28-12/2 $62 11/ B2 Sa 10:45-11:15AM 10/28-12/2 $62 11/11 Ages 6 months - 4 years: A1 W 10:00-10:30AM 9/13-10/18 $ A2 F 10:15-10:45AM 9/15-10/20 $ A3 Sa 11:20-11:50AM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 W 10:00-10:30AM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 F 10:15-10:45AM 10/27-12/1 $ B3 Sa 11:20-11:50AM 10/28-12/2 $62 11/11 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 9:30-10:00AM 9/13-10/18 $ A2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A3 W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A5 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A7 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A8 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B3 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/26-11/30 $200 11/ B4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/26-11/30 $200 11/ B5 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 10/28-12/2 $200 11/11 Semi-Private Swim Lessons Ages 3-5 Years TOT SWIM CLASSES 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 1:35-2:05 PM 9/14-10/19 $ B1 Th 1:35-2:05 PM 10/26-11/30 $150 11/23 Ages A1 Tu 1:35-2:05 PM 9/12-10/17 $ A2 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 Tu 1:35-2:05 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B2 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 10/28-12/2 $150 11/11 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 1:05-1:35 PM 9/12-10/17 $ A2 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 9/12-10/17 $ A3 W 10:30-11:00AM 9/13-10/18 $ A4 Th 10:15-10:45AM 9/14-10/19 $ A5 F 10:45-11:15AM 9/15-10/20 $ A6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A7 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A8 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A9 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 Tu 1:05-1:35 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B2 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B3 W 10:30-11:00AM 10/25-11/29 $ B4 Th 10:15-10:45AM 10/26-11/30 $66 11/ B5 F 10:45-11:15AM 10/27-12/1 $ B6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B7 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/ B8 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/ B9 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/11 Page 10

13 TOT SWIM CLASSES Turtles 4 & 5 year swim Refer to Fish description, only difference is ages 4-5 years A1 M 3:00-3:30 PM 9/11-10/16 $66 10/ A2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 9/12-10/17 $ A3 W 1:05-1:35 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A4 Th 10:45-11:15AM 9/14-10/19 $ A5 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A6 Sa 11:55-12:25PM 9/16-10/21 $ A7 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 M 3:00-3:30 PM 10/23-11/27 $ B2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B3 W 1:05-1:35 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B4 Th 10:45-11:15AM 10/26-11/30 $66 11/ B5 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/26-11/30 $66 11/ B6 Sa 11:55-12:25PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/ B7 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/11 Penguins 4 & 5 year swim Child must be comfortable in water & can swim slightly on front without support B1 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 10/26-11/30 $66 11/ B2 Sa 10:10-10:40AM 10/28-12/2 $ B3 Sa 11:20-11:50AM 10/28-12/2 $79 Walrus Advanced 4 & 5 year swim Children will be swimming independently in the DEEP END. All children MUST be able to swim front crawl and back crawl for at least the width of the pool A1 F 3:35-4:05 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A2 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 F 3:35-4:05 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B2 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/11 Tot Gym Classes TOT GYM CLASSES Jump, Jiggle & Jive Ages months A playgroup with music and movement for children months and their caregivers. Children will have the opportunity to climb, crawl, run and jump in our gym. The group also includes a circle time with song, dance, and parachute activities to encourage language and peer interaction A1 W 1:35-2:05 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A2 W 3:35-4:05 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A3 Th 1:05-1:35 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A4 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A5 Sa 11:55-12:25PM 9/16-10/21 $ A6 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A7 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 W 1:35-2:05 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 W 3:35-4:05 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B3 Th 1:05-1:35 PM 10/26-11/30 $66 11/ B4 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 10/26-11/30 $66 11/ B5 Sa 11:55-12:25PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/ B6 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/ B7 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 10/28-12/2 $66 11/11 Dolphins 4 & 5 year swim Is able to swim on front & back without support in 4-6 feet of water A1 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 9/14-10/19 $ A2 Sa 10:10-10:40AM 9/16-10/21 $ A3 Sa 11:20-11:50AM 9/16-10/21 $79 Page A1 Th 9:00-10:00AM 9/14-10/19 $ B1 Th 9:00-10:00AM 10/26-11/30 $48 11/23 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 9/14-10/19 $ B1 Th 10:30-11:15AM 10/26-11/30 $48 11/23 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 9/11-10/16 $60 10/ A2 W 9:30-10:15AM 9/13-10/18 $ B1 M 9:30-10:15AM 10/23-11/27 $ B2 W 9:30-10:15AM 10/25-11/29 $70

14 TOT GYM CLASSES 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 10:15-11:00AM 9/12-10/17 $ B1 Tu 10:15-11:00AM 10/24-11/28 $58 NEW Mommy & Baby Yoga Ages 6 Weeks to Early Crawling This is a great way to meet other new moms and regain muscle tone and flexibility back into your body. Your little ones can lie down on a blanket in front of you or can sleep in their car seat while you do yoga! B1 M 9:15-10:00AM 10/23-11/27 $62 NEW Toddler Yoga Ages Walkers - 2 yrs This class will introduce yoga poses and creative movement through play, dance and singing. Parents/Caregivers will guide their little ones throughout this class! B1 Tu 9:30-10:15AM 10/24-11/28 $62 NEW Kids Yoga Ages 3-5 years Kids will improve strength and flexibility through yoga poses and breathing exercises. Games, crafts and songs will be incorportated into each class! B1 Tu 10:30-11:15AM 10/24-11/28 $62 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 9/13-10/18 $ A2 F 1:00-1:45 PM 9/15-10/20 $ B1 W 1:00-1:45 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 F 1:00-1:45 PM 10/27-12/1 $62 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. Dress Code: Children should wear leotards or t-shirts tucked into shorts, and must have bare feet. Long hair must be pulled back tight. Please do not wear jeans, dresses, footed tights, or socks. Tumblers l: Age 3 years A1 M 10:15-11:00AM 9/11-10/16 $60 10/ B1 M 10:15-11:00AM 10/23-11/27 $70 Tumblers ll: Ages 3 & 4 years A1 M 11:00-11:45AM 9/11-10/16 $60 10/ A2 W 10:15-11:00AM 9/13-10/18 $ B1 M 11:00-11:45AM 10/23-11/27 $ B2 W 10:15-11:00AM 10/25-11/29 $70 Tumblers lll: Ages 4 & 5 years A1 M 12:30-1:15 PM 9/11-10/16 $60 10/ A2 M 1:15-2:00 PM 9/11-10/16 $60 10/ A3 W 11:00-11:45AM 9/13-10/18 $ B1 M 12:30-1:15 PM 10/23-11/27 $ B2 M 1:15-2:00 PM 10/23-11/27 $ B3 W 11:00-11:45AM 10/25-11/29 $70 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 9:15-10:00AM 9/12-10/17 $ B1 Tu 9:15-10:00AM 10/24-11/28 $58 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 9/15-10/20 $ A2 F 1:15-2:00 PM 9/15-10/20 $ B1 F 12:30-1:15 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B2 F 1:15-2:00 PM 10/27-12/1 $58 TOT GYM CLASSES Page 12

15 TOT GYM CLASSES Serve and Learn Tennis Ages 4-5 yrs Teaches basic tennis skills using junior tennis rackets A1 W 12:30-1:15 PM 9/13-10/18 $ A2 W 1:15-2:00 PM 9/13-10/18 $ B1 W 12:30-1:15 PM 10/25-11/29 $ B2 W 1:15-2:00 PM 10/25-11/29 $58 Batter Up T-Ball Ages 4 & 5 years Teaches 4 & 5 year olds basic fundamentals of T-Ball. Sessions will include drills and games A1 Sa 9:00-9:45 AM 9/23-10/21 $48 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 9/12-10/17 $ B1 Tu 1:15-2:00 PM 10/24-11/28 $ B2 Sa 9:00-9:45 AM 10/28-12/2 $48 11/11 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 9/18-11/27 $300 10/ A2 W 9:30-11:30AM 9/20-11/29 $ A3 Th 9:30-11:30AM 9/28-11/30 $270 11/23 Stay & Play FYI: TOTS AT PLAY 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. 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 9/12-10/17 $ B1 Tu 3:15-4:00 PM 10/24-11/28 $58 Tots at Play Music & Movement with Jeff Jam Ages 6 months - 4 years Jeff Jam leads young children, ages 6 months through 4 years in singing, clapping, humming, dancing, bouncing and laughing. Ages 6 mo - 2 years A1 Th 9:15-10:00AM 9/14-10/19 $ B1 Th 9:15-10:00AM 10/26-11/30 $67 11/23 Ages 2 years - 4 years A1 Th 10:15-11:00AM 9/14-10/19 $ B1 Th 10:15-11:00AM 10/26-11/30 $67 11/23 Page 13 Kitchen Concoctions Ages 4 & 5 yrs Simple cooking, make & take, crafts and a book A1 W 12:30-1:15 PM 9/13-10/18 $ B1 W 12:30-1:15 PM 10/25-11/29 $62 NEW Art Studio Ages 4 & 5 yrs This is an introductory class where children will learn and create art using various media. The classes are designed to promote creativity and fun. Projects include collage, watercolor, sculptures, and more! B1 Th 1:00-1:45 PM 10/26-11/30 $62

16 TOTS AT PLAY 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. Applications for the school year 2018/2019 will be accepted beginning Dec 1st, For more information, or to schedule a tour, contact Preschool Director Judy Andrews at x 216. Open House Schedule: Wednesday October 4 1:00-2:00 PM Thursday October 26 5:30-6:30 PM Arlington Boys & Girls Club Afterschool Program Grades K - 5 This is THE PLACE for EEC licensed afterschool care. It is open to Club members, grades K through 5. 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. The program enrolls in April and is currently full. For more information, and to be placed on a waiting list, afterschool@ abgclub.org. Children enrolled in the Afterschool Program can sign up for Club classes during the program. Fall Family Festival October 6th at 6:00 PM Join us for the 7th Annual Fall Family Festival featuring short movies, face painting, pumpkin decorating, balloon art & a moon bounce. Festivities will run 6:00-8:00pm. Bring your taste buds & participate in the 7th 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. Page 14 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 22. No play group on October 27, November 24 and December 15. Tot Seasonal Parties Members can join in seasonal celebrations held on Friday October 27 and December 15 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 2017 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 29. Winter Registration Online preview available Wednesday October 25. Online and mail-in registration begins Wednesday November 1. Walk-in, phone-in, and fax-in registration begins Wednesday November 8.

17 ADULT PROGRAM 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 11 - June 9 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 11 - June 9 Morning: M,W,F 6:00 AM - 1:00 PM * T,Th 7:00 AM - 1:00 PM * Sat 7:00-8:45 AM Evening: M-Th 7:00-9:00 PM * Fitness room closes at 9:00 AM during public school vacations (Dec, Feb, Apr) ADULT GYM HOURS: Sept 11 - June 9 Morning: M,W,F 6:00-8:45 AM T,Th 7:00-8:45 AM Sat 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 3. Coffee and refreshments provided. 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 10/2-6/18/18 $160 10/9 Teen/Adult Swim Lessons This class is designed for beginners. The instructor will focus on each person s individual needs. Membership not required A1 Tu 7:15-8:00 PM 9/12-10/17 $ B1 Tu 7:15-8:00 PM 10/24-11/28 $90 ADULT CLASSES 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 Th 7:15-8:00 PM 9/14-10/19 $ B1 Th 7:15-8:00 PM 10/26-11/30 $75 11/23 Page 15

18 REGISTRATION Registration Info 1. Mail-in registration must be postmarked. 2. Online registration begins August 2nd at 5AM at for most classes. 3. Walk-in, phone-in and fax-in registration begins August 9th at 9AM. 4. Club membership must be current to register for programs. No notification will be given unless class is cancelled. 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 REGISTRATION Visit our website at PLEASE NOTE: If you are a club member, you already have a username and password. If you do not know your password, please call the club. To register: 1. Go to and click Register Online on the top left. 2. Log-in with your username and password. 3. To purchase or renew a membership click Shop in the top border, then click Pass Registration or Pass Renewal from the drop-down menu. 4. To register for an activity click Shop in the top border, then click Activity Enrollment from the drop-down menu. Make Webtrac work for you Be that sure we have your current address ( lduddy@abgclub.org with your current address to update your account). Once logged in to Webtrac you can: n n n Reprint receipts Print childcare statements with Tax ID info Print household activity calendars 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 from one year from registration date. Membership must be active through-out the duration of programs. Membership fee is $ Last Name: First Name: Address: Town: Zip: Date of Birth: / / Age: Male/Female: Language: Race/Ethnicity: Primary Guardian: Address: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone: Secondary Guardian: Address: Home Phone: Cell Phone: Work Phone: Person To Contact If Parent Cannot Be Reached: Name: Relationship: Primary Phone: 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: 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 in the physical condition. Please list any important allergies/medical information: : Photo Release: I hereby give my permission for photographs and videos depicting my child, to be taken and used exclusively at the Arlington Boys & Girls Club, on their website, social media and in printed materials including the seasonal brochure and the local newspaper. Signature: Date: ***************** FOR OFFICE USE ONLY **************** New: Renew: Date: Amt Paid: Staff:

20 Arlington Boys & Girls Club 60 Pond Lane Arlington, MA Phone Fax Non-Profit Org. U.S. Postage PAID Boston, MA Permit No th Annual Golf Classic at Winchester Country Club Monday, October 16th The day includes eighteen holes of golf with cart, lunch, buffet supper and golf memento. All proceeds from the tournament will go directly to support youth programs at the Club. Sponsorship Opportunities Available! FALL FAMILY FESTIVAL & CHILI COOK OFF Friday, October 6th 6:00-8:00PM Join us at the Arlington Boys & Girls Club for the 7th Annual Fall Family Festival featuring pumpkin decorating, balloon art and a moon bounce. Tickets for food will be on sale and range from $1 - $3. There will be hamburgers, hot dogs, and baked goods for sale. PRIME, Your Trusted Butcher, is generously donating food for the evening. Blue Ribbon BBQ will provide a 1st Prize gift certificate for the Chili Cook Off winner. For information about participating in the Chili Cook Off stop by the Club. Activities are sponsored in part by TD Bank. Annual Christmas Tree & Wreath Sale Begins November 25th Our Annual Christmas Tree Sale will begin on Saturday, November 25th. Trees and Wreaths will be on sale 7 days a week from 9am-8pm. Stay tuned for more information and volunteer opportunities!