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1 GREAT FUTURES START HERE! Photo by Elena Chugunova FALL 2015 Online and mail-in registration begins August 5th at 5AM Walk-in and fax-in registration begins August 19th Phone registration begins August 26th

2 Table of Contents Special Events 1 General Information 2 Club Kids Program Information 3 Youth Swim Classes 4 Youth Sports Classes 7 Youth STEM Classes 9 Youth Friday Night Fun 9 Tot Swim Classes 9 Tot Gym Classes 11 Tot Arts, Crafts & More 13 Adult Program & Classes 15 Registration Application 16 Child Membership Application 17 Registration Info 1. Online registration begins Wednesday August 5th at 5:00 AM for most classes. 2. Mail-in registration must be postmarked and will be processed at random. 3. Walk-in and fax-in registration begins August 19th at 9AM. 4. Phone-in registration begins August 26th at 9AM. 5. Club membership must be current to register for programs. No notification will be given unless class is cancelled or full. 6. Classes may be cancelled due to lack of enrollment. Fees will be returned. 7. There are no make-up classes or refunds for cancellation or absences, weather, mechanical failure or business interruption. 8. 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 programs weather permitting. Club Calendar September 14 M Club opens for adults, Session I begins September 23 W Club Kids Program opens at 1:00 PM October 9 F Fall Family Festival 5:30-8:00 PM, Club Kids Program closes at 5:30 PM October 12 M Club closed, Columbus Day October 19 M 37th Annual Golf Classic Winchester Country Club October 30 F Tot Halloween Party at 10 AM November 11 W Club closed, Veterans Day November STAFF Afterschool Program Administrators Judy Andrews ABC Preschool Director John Bowler Program Coordinator Chelsi Coyle Aquatics Coordinator Derek Curran Executive Director Gina Duddy Administrative Assistant Lauren Duddy Front Desk Manager Kevin Flood Assistant Director Debbie Hayes Finance & Development Diane Hontoria ABC Preschool Admin. Asst. Community Relations Lynda Lafratta Community Relations Dee Savioli Outdoor Leadership Kim Urquhart Program Coordinator Steve Urquhart Building Manager M-Sa Club 78th Birthday Celebration November 21 Sa Alumni Holiday Party 21 & Up American Legion 6-10 PM November 25 W Club Kids Program opens at 1:00 PM Arlington Early Release November 25 W ABGC Dolphin s 5th Annual Alumni Swim Meet 5:30-7:00 PM November 26 Th Club closed, Thanksgiving Day November 27 F Club Kids Program opens at 1:00 PM November 28 Sa Christmas Tree Sale begins 9AM-8PM CONTACT x219 afterschool@abgclub.org x216 abcpreschool@abgclub.org x220 jbowler@abgclub.org x236 ccoyle@abgclub.org x211 dcurran@abgclub.org x214 gduddy@abgclub.org x248 lduddy@abgclub.org x223 kflood@abgclub.org x222 abgclub@abgclub.org x217 dhontoria@abgclub.org x250 llafratta@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 9th at 5:30 PM Join us for the 5th 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 5th 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 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! Chili Cookoff October 9th All interested parties are required to complete and submit a signed copy of the rules and registration form with the entry fee of $10 by October 6th. No late registrations will be accepted. Space is limited and entries will be accepted on a first come, first serve basis. Prize for first place will be given to the Chili that receives the most votes. 37th Annual Golf Classic Winchester Country Club Monday October 19th: 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. Register below with your Smartphone Scan this QR code on your smartphone for a direct link to register online. Winter Registration Alumni Holiday Party 21 & Up Saturday November 21st 6-10:00pm: Calling all Club Alumni: Kick off your holiday season with old friends at the American Legion, Fee: $5 or toy donation. Contact Lauren at lduddy@abgclub.org or Dee at dsavioli@abgclub.org. 5th Annual Alumni Swim Meet Wednesday, November 25th 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 entrance fee. Contact Lauren at lduddy@abgclub.org Page 1 Online preview available Wednesday October 28. Online and mail-in registration begins Wednesday November 4. Walk-in and fax-in registration begins Wednesday November 18. Phone-in registration begins Wednesday November 25. Winter Brochure Cover Photo Contest Calling all photographers: The club is looking for a picture for the front cover of the Winter 2015 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 October 2.

4 GENERAL INFORMATION General Info 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 required. Membership Benefits: Family Swim Tuesdays 10:30-11:15 AM (limited 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 October 9. 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 25. No play group on October 30 & November 27. Tot Seasonal Parties Members can join in seasonal celebrations held on Friday October 30 and December 18 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 78th Birthday Celebration Week November Monday Tuesday Parent & Adult Member Luncheon 12 PM Birthday Pool Party 2:00 PM Wednesday Birthday Scavenger Hunt 4:00 PM Thursday Friday Saturday Birthday Party 4:00 PM Birthday Crafts 4:00 PM Birthday Carnival 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 days end. Pizza is sold Fridays at 5 PM and Saturdays at 11:30 AM. Page 2 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.

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 2:30-8:45 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 AM-4:45 PM 9 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 PSPs, Ipods, Game Boys or any other expensive items. The Club is not responsible for lost 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 Pond Room 3:30-6:00 PM 4:00-6:00 PM 4:00-6:00 PM 4:00-8:45 PM 10:00-4:30 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 2:00-2:45 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 4:00-5:00 PM 3:00-5:00 PM 4:00-5:00 PM 8:00-8:45 PM 6:30-8:45 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): This program 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 for more informantion. Oct 7 Where should I go? Setting up college tours. Pizza dinner, 6-7PM. Nov 4 College Essay Workshop with Professor Dave Hurley. Taco/Quesdilla dinner, 6-7PM. Dec 2 Goals for Chinese food dinner, 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; perform better in school; and eventually take their technology knowhow into the workplace. 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 9/16-10/21 $ A2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A3 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A5 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/18-10/23 $ A6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/18-10/23 $ A7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/28-12/2 $190 11/ B2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/28-12/2 $190 11/ B3 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/29-12/3 $190 11/ B4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/29-12/3 $190 11/ B5 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/30-12/4 $ B6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/30-12/4 $ B7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 10/31-12/5 $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 3:45-4:15 PM 9/14-10/19 $140 10/ AB W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/16-10/21 $ BA M 3:45-4:15 PM 10/26-11/30 $ BB W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/28-12/2 $140 11/11 Level AC M 4:20-4:50 PM 9/14-10/19 $140 10/ BC M 4:20-4:50 PM 10/26-11/30 $170 Level AD Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 9/19-10/24 $ BD Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 10/31-12/5 $170 Level AE M 3:45-4:15 PM 9/14-10/19 $140 10/ AF M 4:20-4:50 PM 9/14-10/19 $140 10/ AG W 4:10-4:40 PM 9/16-10/21 $ AH Sa 11:20-11:50AM 9/19-10/24 $ BE M 3:45-4:15 PM 10/26-11/30 $ BF M 4:20-4:50 PM 10/26-11/30 $ BG W 4:10-4:50 PM 10/28-12/2 $140 11/ BH Sa 11:20-11:50AM 10/31-12/5 $170 Level AI M 4:20-4:50 PM 9/14-10/19 $140 10/ AJ W 4:10-4:40 PM 9/16-10/21 $ AK Sa 12:00-12:30 PM 9/19-10/24 $ BI M 4:20-4:50 PM 10/26-11/30 $ BJ W 4:10-4:40 PM 10/28-12/2 $140 11/ BK Sa 12:00-12:30 PM 10/31-12/5 $170 Level AM M 3:45-4:15 PM 9/14-10/19 $140 10/ BM M 3:45-4:15 PM 10/26-11/30 $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 9/15-10/20 $ A2 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B2 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 10/31-12/5 $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 9/15-10/20 $ A2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A4 F 3:35-4:05 PM 9/18-10/23 $ A5 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 9/19-10/24 $ A6 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 9/19-10/24 $75 YOUTH SWIM CLASSES Youth Level 2: B section continued on Page 6 Page 5

8 YOUTH SWIM CLASSES YOUTH SWIM CLASSES Youth Level 2: continued from Page B1 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 10/29-12/3 $65 11/ B4 F 3:35-4:05 PM 10/30-12/4 $ B5 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 10/31-12/5 $ B6 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 10/31-12/5 $75 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 9/15-10/20 $ A2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A3 W 3:35-4:05 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A4 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A5 F 4:10-4:40 PM 9/18-10/23 $ A6 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 9/19-10/24 $ A7 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B3 W 3:35-4:05 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B4 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 10/29-12/3 $65 11/ B5 F 4:10-4:40 PM 10/30-12/4 $ B6 Sa 10:10-10:40 AM 10/31-12/5 $ B7 Sa 1:35-2:05 PM 10/31-12/5 $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 9/15-10/20 $ A2 W 3:35-4:05 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A4 F 3:35-4:05 PM 9/18-10/23 $ A5 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B2 W 3:35-4:05 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 10/29-12/3 $65 11/ B4 F 3:35-4:05 PM 10/30-12/4 $ B5 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 10/31-12/5 $75 Page 6 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 9/16-10/21 $ A2 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A3 F 4:10-4:40 PM 9/18-10/23 $ A4 Sa 9:35-10:05 AM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 W 3:35-4:05 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B2 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 10/29-12/3 $65 11/ B3 F 4:10-4:40 PM 10/30-12/4 $ B4 Sa 9:35-10:05 AM 10/31-12/5 $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 A1 F 3:35-4:05 PM 9/18-10/23 $75 FS A2 Sa 10:45-11:15 AM 9/19-10/24 $75 PWS B1 F 3:35-4:05 PM 10/30-12/4 $75 PWS B2 Sa 10:45-11:15 AM 10/31-12/5 $75 FS Fall Tune Up Summer will be coming to an end soon! With this in mind it is a good time to jump start your swimming techniques. Join us for a fast paced class that will focus on starts, strokes and turns. Must be able to swim 50 yards of the pool A1 Tu,W,Th 5:30-7:00 PM 9/15-9/30 $120 10/1

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 Mystic Valley Marlins or Broadway Barracudas. Each team will feature stroke development & refinement, turn/diving drills, timed swims and Wacky Water Sports. Two swim meets are scheduled, dates TBA. Participants must be able to swim 25 yards of the pool. Mystic Valley Marlins A1 M 5:00-5:45 PM 9/21-11/30 $150 10/12 Broadway Barracudas A2 M 5:45-6:30 PM 9/21-11/30 $150 10/12 Youth Sports Classes Flag Football Under the Lights Grades K-6 Co-sponsored by Arlington Recreation and the Arlington Boys & Girls Club. The mission is to provide youth a place to promote the positive social and athletic enjoyment of flag football.the aim is simply to have fun playing the great game of flag football in a safe and fun environment that will help youth learn about physical activity and the proper skills and techniques required to play the game. Teams will be developed the first week, followed by 4 weeks of game play. In the interest of keeping teams balanced, please no team requests. A mouth guard will be provided and must be worn by all players at all times. Players will also receive a game shirt. If you are interested in coaching please contact Erin Campbell at ecampbell@town.arlington.ma.us. Last day to register: Wednesday, 9/16 K-2nd Grade: A1 Sa 4:00-5:30 PM 9/26-10/24 $90 3rd-4th Grade: A1 Sa 5:00-6:30 PM 9/26-10/24 $90 5th-6th Grade: A1 Sa 6:00-7:30 PM 9/26-10/24 $90 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. 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 9/19-12/5 $85 11/28 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, 7:00 PM and 8:00 PM. Ages 9-10: A1 W,Th or F 5, 6 & 7 PM 9/16-12/4 $85 11/25-11/27 Week 1 & 2 Wednesday 5:30-6:45 PM. For remainder refer to schedule given out on the second week. Ages 11-13: A1 W,Th or F 5,6,7 & 8 PM 9/17-12/4 $85 11/25-11/27 Week 1 & 2 Thursday 5:30-6:45 PM. For remainder refer to schedule given out on the second week. Youth Instructional Tennis Ages 6-12 The fundamentals of the game of tennis will be introduced. Practice drills in proper strokes, serves, and volley will be included. Rackets provided if needed. Biddy Ages 6-8: A1 W 3:15-4:00 PM 9/16-10/21 $55 Junioir Ages 9-12: A1 W 4:00-4:45 PM 9/16-10/21 $55 YOUTH SPORTS CLASSES A1 Tu 3:15-4:00 PM 9/15-10/20 $ B1 Tu 3:15-4:00 PM 10/27-12/1 $55 Page 7

10 YOUTH SPORTS CLASSES YOUTH SPORTS 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 7: A1 M 3:15-4:00 PM 9/14-10/19 $55 10/ B1 M 3:15-4:00 PM 10/26-11/30 $55 11/2 Age 8 & up: A2 M 4:00-4:45 PM 9/14-10/19 $55 10/ B2 M 4:00-4:45 PM 10/26-11/30 $55 11/2 Intermediate Advanced Gymnastics Designed for ages 8 & up with advanced skills and will focus on improvement of strength, flexibility and technique. Instructor recommendation required. Contact Donna at dsullivan@abgclub.org A1 M 4:45-5:30 PM 9/14-10/19 $55 10/ B1 M 4:45-5:30 PM 10/26-11/30 $55 11/2 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 B1 Tu 5:15-6:15 PM 10/27-12/1 $55 NEW Babysitting Course Ages This course is designed to prepare students ages 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 A1 Tu&Th 5:00-6:00 PM 9/15-10/1 $60 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 9/16-12/2 $100 11/ A2 Sa 8:45-9:45 AM 9/19-12/5 $ A3 W, Sa Both times 9/16-12/5 $165 11/11 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 9/14 $40 Mt Tecumseh, Waterville Valley, NH A2 W 7AM-6PM 9/23 $40 Welch Dickey, Waterville Valley, NH B1 M 9AM-5PM 11/2 $40 Blue Hills, Milton, MA 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 Amy or Dan at afterschool@abgclub.org. Register by December 5th. Required paperwork is needed once registered D1 M 8-6:00PM 12/28 $ D2 Tu 8-6:00PM 12/29 $ D3 W 8-6:00PM 12/30 $ D4 Th 8-6:00PM 12/31 $50 Donate Your Unwanted Vehicle and HELP A CHILD! Page 8 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

11 YOUTH STEM CLASSES / FRIDAY NIGHT FUN Youth STEM Classes: Science Technology Engineering Mathematics Daily Destruction Ages 8-12 Ever wonder how a door knob, a clock, or a smoke alarm works? Let s dismantle and reassemble everyday household appliances and tools to find out just how they do what they do. You may even learn something! A1 Tu 3:30-4:30 PM 9/15-10/13 $60 10/20 Paper What? Ages 8-12 We ll use everyday paper products such as toilet paper rolls, sheets of paper, straws, and so much more to design and build bridges that we will test by loading them up and studying how they manage. Come ready to discover why bridges that move are a good thing and why some times a piece of paper can be stronger than you think! B1 Tu 3:30-4:30 PM 11/3-12/1 $60 10/27 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 10/2 $ B1 F 6:00-9:00 PM 11/6 $ B2 F 6:00-9:00 PM 12/4 $15 Teen Night Ages 12-17: Kick off BBQ September 18, 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 corn hole, 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 10/2 $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 9/14-10/19 $60 10/ A2 W 9:30-10:00 AM 9/16-10/21 $ A3 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 9/19-10/24 $ A4 Sa 9:30-10:00 AM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 M 9:30-10:00 AM 10/26-11/30 $ B2 Sa 9:00-9:30 AM 10/31-12/5 $ B3 Sa 9:30-10:00 AM 10/31-12/5 $70 Ages months: A1 W 10:00-10:30 AM 9/16-10/21 $ A2 F 10:15-10:45 AM 9/18-10/23 $ A3 Sa 10:00-10:30 AM 9/19-10/24 $ A4 Sa 10:30-11:00 AM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 W 10:00-10:30 AM 10/28-12/2 $60 11/ B2 F 10:15-10:45 AM 10/30-12/4 $ B3 Sa 10:00-10:30 AM 10/31-12/5 $ B4 Sa 10:30-11:00 AM 10/31-12/5 $70 Ages 6 months - 4 years: A1 Sa 11:00-11:30 AM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 Sa 11:00-11:30 AM 10/31-12/5 $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 9/16-10/21 $ A2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A3 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A5 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/18-10/23 $ A6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/18-10/23 $ A7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/28-12/2 $190 11/ B2 W 3:00-3:30 PM 10/28-12/2 $190 11/ B3 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/29-12/3 $190 11/ B4 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/29-12/3 $190 11/ B5 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/30-12/4 $ B6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/30-12/4 $ B7 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 10/31-12/5 $225 Semi Private Swim Lessons 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 9/17-10/22 $ B1 Th 1:30-2:00 PM 10/29-12/3 $140 11/26 Ages A2 Tu 1:30-2:00 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A3 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 9/19-10/24 $ B2 Tu 1:30-2:00 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B3 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 10/31-12/5 $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 9/15-10/20 $ A2 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A3 W 10:30-11AM 9/16-10/21 $ A4 Th 10:15-10:45 AM 9/17-10/22 $ A5 F 10:45-11:15AM 9/18-10/23 $ A6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 9/18-10/23 $ A7 Sa 11:30-Noon 9/19-10/24 $ A8 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 9/19-10/24 $ A9 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 Tu 1-1:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B2 Tu 3:00-3:30 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B3 W 10:30-11AM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B4 Th 10:15-10:45 AM 10/29-12/3 $65 11/ B5 F 10:45-11:15AM 10/30-12/4 $ B6 F 3:00-3:30 PM 10/30-12/4 $ B7 Sa 11:30-Noon 10/31-12/5 $ B8 Sa 2:45-3:15 PM 10/31-12/5 $ B9 Sa 3:20-3:50 PM 10/31-12/5 $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 3:10-3:40 PM 9/14-10/19 $65 10/ A2 Tu 4:10-4:40 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A3 W 1-1:30 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A4 Th 10:45-11:15AM 9/17-10/22 $ A5 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A6 Sa 12-12:30PM 9/19-10/24 $ A7 Sa 12:30-1PM 9/19-10/24 $ A8 Sa 2:10-2:40PM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 M 3:10-3:40PM 10/26-11/30 $ B2 Tu 4:10-4:40PM 10/27-12/1 $ B3 W 1-1:30 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B4 Th 10:45-11:15AM 10/29-12/3 $65 11/ B5 Th 3:00-3:30 PM 10/29-12/3 $65 11/ B6 Sa 12-12:30PM 10/31-12/5 $ B7 Sa 12:30-1PM 10/31-12/5 $ B8 Sa 2:10-2:40PM 10/31-12/5 $75 Penguins 4 & 5 year swim Child must be comfortable in water & can swim slightly on front without support A1 M 3:10-3:40 PM 9/14-10/19 $65 10/ A2 W 1:30-2 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A3 W 4:10-4:40 PM 9/16-10/21 $ A4 Th 1-1:30 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A5 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A6 Sa 11:30-Noon 9/19-10/24 $ A7 Sa 12-12:30 PM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 M 3:10-3:40 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B2 W 1:30-2 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B3 W 4:10-4:40 PM 10/28-12/2 $65 11/ B4 Th 1:00-1:30 PM 10/29-12/3 $65 11/ B5 Th 3:35-4:05 PM 10/29-12/3 $65 11/ B6 Sa 11:30-Noon 10/31-12/5 $ B7 Sa 12-12:30 PM 10/31-12/5 $75 Dolphins 4 & 5 year swim Is able to swim on front & back without support in 4-6 feet of water A1 M 3:10-3:40 PM 9/14-10/19 $65 10/ A2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 9/15-10/20 $ A3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 9/17-10/22 $ A4 Sa 11-11:30 AM 9/19-10/24 $ A5 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 M 3:10-3:40 PM 10/26-11/30 $ B2 Tu 3:35-4:05 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B3 Th 4:10-4:40 PM 10/29-12/3 $65 11/ B4 Sa 11-11:30 AM 10/31-12/5 $ B5 Sa 12:30-1:00 PM 10/31-12/5 $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 9/18-10/23 $ A2 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 F 4:10-4:40 PM 10/30-12/4 $ B2 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 10/31-12/5 $75 Seals Advanced 4 & 5 year swim A deep-end class. The child must be able to swim front and back crawl 15 yards, butterfly and elementary backstroke kick, 10 yards. Need instructor permission to register A1 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 Sa 2:10-2:40 PM 10/31-12/5 $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. Page A1 Th 9:00-10AM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 Th 9:00-10AM 10/29-12/3 $47 11/26

14 TOT SWIM CLASSES 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 9/17-10/22 $ B1 Th 10:30-11:15AM 10/29-12/3 $47 11/26 NEW Yoga Inspired Creative Movement months Creative movement encourages children to explore the abilities of their bodies in a safe and supportive environment. Heavily rooted in music and imagination, children learn how to express themselves through physical activity and will also be introduced to the basics of yoga. Children and caregivers will learn poses, sing songs, play games, and listen to yoga related stories A1 Tu 9:30-10:15 AM 9/15-10/20 $50 10/ A1 Tu 9:30-10:15 AM 10/27-12/1 $60 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 9/14-10/19 $55 10/ A2 W 9:30-10:15AM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 M 9:30-10:15AM 10/26-11/30 $55 11/ B2 W 9:30-10:15AM 10/28-12/2 $55 11/11 Tot Gym Together Ages 2-4 yrs Bobbidi Boo Ballet Ages 3-5 yrs This is a fun creative movement program for little princesses ages 3-5 years old without parent. Each week basic dance skills will be taught to your little princesses, expanding on the week before. Class also includes a dance related craft and story A1 W 1:00-1:45 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 W 1:00-1:45 PM 10/28-12/2 $50 11/11 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 F 1:00-1:45 PM 9/18-10/23 $ B1 F 1:00-1:45 PM 10/30-12/4 $50 11/27 NEW Stretch and Smile: Children s Yoga Ages 3-5 yrs During this without parent yoga class, teacher and students work together to create a community where health and happiness are the focus. Students will learn yoga poses, guided breathing exercises, and meditation techniques to increase strength, flexibility, and mindfulness. Games, stories and art projects help to reinforce the movements and core values taught in this class. This is beneficial practice for students of all ages and abilities! A1 Tu 10:30-11:15 9/15-10/20 $50 10/ A1 Tu 10:30-11:15 10/27-12/1 $60 TOT GYM CLASSES 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 9/15-10/20 $ B1 Tu 10:15-11AM 10/27-12/1 $55 Page 12

15 TOT GYM CLASSES 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. Boys Dress Code: Shorts and t-shirt tucked in, bare feet. No jeans. Tumblers l: Age 3 years A1 M 10:15-11AM 9/14-10/19 $55 10/ B1 M 10:15-11AM 10/26-11/30 $55 11/2 Tumblers ll: Ages 3 & 4 years A2 M 11-11:45AM 9/14-10/19 $55 10/ A3 W 10:15-11:00AM 9/16-10/21 $ B2 M 11-11:45AM 10/26-11/30 $55 11/ B3 W 10:15-11:00AM 10/28-12/2 $55 11/11 Tumblers lll: Ages 4 & 5 years A4 M 12:30-1:15 PM 9/14-10/19 $55 10/ A5 M 1:15-2:00 PM 9/14-10/19 $55 10/ A6 W 11-11:45 AM 9/16-10/21 $ B4 M 12:30-1:15 PM 10/26-11/30 $55 11/ B5 M 1:15-2:00 PM 10/26-11/30 $55 11/ B6 W 11-11:45 AM 10/28-12/2 $55 11/11 Sportstacular 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 9/15-10/20 $ A2 Tu 12:30-1:15 PM 9/15-10/20 $ B1 Tu 9:15-10 AM 10/27-12/1 $ B2 Tu 12:30-1:15 PM 10/27-12/1 $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 9/18-10/23 $ B1 F 12:30-1:15 PM 10/30-12/4 $55 Serve and Learn Tennis Ages 4-5 yrs Teaches basic tennis skills using junior tennis rackets A1 W 1-1:45 PM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 W 1-1:45 PM 10/28-12/2 $47 11/11 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 9/15-10/20 $ A2 Sa 9-9:45 AM 9/19-10/24 $ B1 Tu 1:15-2:00 PM 10/27-12/1 $ B2 Sa 9-9:45 AM 10/31-12/5 $55 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 9/15-10/20 $ B1 Tu 3:15-4:00 PM 10/27-12/1 $55 All Star Sports Ages 5-6 yrs TOT ARTS, CRAFTS & MORE This program will cover a wide range of sports, including basketball, soccer, football and baseball. A different sport will be covered each week A1 F 3:15-4:00 PM 9/18-10/23 $ B1 F 3:15-4:00 PM 10/30-12/4 $55 Tot Arts, Crafts & More Tot Doodle, Ages months This parent/child playgroup includes age appropriate games, toys, science activities and theme based art activity B1 Tu 9:30-10:15 AM 10/27-12/1 $ B2 Tu 10:30-11:15 AM 10/27-12/1 $55 Page 13

16 TOT ARTS, CRAFTS & MORE TOT ARTS, CRAFTS & MORE 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 & movemnet and outdoor play. Snack is provided A1 M 9:30-11:30AM 9/21-11/30 $300 10/ A2 W 9:30-11:30AM 9/23-12/2 $300 11/ A3 Th 9:30-11:30AM 9/24-12/3 $300 11/26 Stay & Play FYI: 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. Music & Movement with Jeff Jam Jeff Jam leads young children, ages 6 months thru 4 years in singing, clapping, humming, dancing, bouncing and laughing. He is a certified Music Together teacher. Ages 6 mo - 2 years A1 W 9:15-10:00AM 9/16-10/21 $ B1 W 9:15-10:00AM 10/28-12/2 $63 11/11 Ages 2 years - 4 years A1 Th 9:15-10:00AM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 Th 9:15-10:00AM 10/29-12/3 $63 11/26 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 2016/2017 will be accepted beginning Dec 1st, For more information contact Preschool Director Judy Andrews please call x 216. Open House Schedule: Wednesday, October 7 6:00-7:00 PM Thursday, October 15 1:00-2:00 PM Tuesday, October 20 6:00-7:00 PM Wednesday, October 28 1:00-2:00 PM Arlington Boys & Girls Club Afterschool Program Grades K-5 This is THE PLACE for EEC licensed after school 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, transportation available from most Arlington schools. For more information check our website at org. Children enrolled in the After School Program can sign up for swim and gym classes during the program. Winter Registration Online preview available Wednesday October 28. Online and mail-in registration begins Wednesday November 4. Walk-in and fax-in registration begins Wednesday November 18. Phone-in registration begins Wednesday November 25. Page 14 Fall Family Festival October 9th at 5:30 PM Join us for the 5th 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 5th 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 activities are sponsored in part by TD Bank.

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 thru 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 14 - June 11 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 14 - June 11 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 14 - June 11 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 6. 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: increase mobility/flexibility, increase strength, improve function and the ability to do daily activities and improve balance and coordination. 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 25 yard unassisted swim test. New members must meet with coaches before enrolling A1 M 6:30-7:15 PM 10/5-6/20/16 $160 10/12 Teen/Adult Swim Lessons This class is designed for beginners. The instructor will focus on each persons individual needs. Membership not required A1 Th 7:15-8:00 PM 9/17-10/22 $ B1 Th 7:15-8:00 PM 10/29-12/3 $75 11/26 Teen/Adult Advanced Swim Lessons Designed for those comfortable in the water and want to improve their strokes while building endurance. The instructor will focus on each persons individual needs. Membership is not required. 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 Page A1 Tu 7:15-8:00 PM 9/15-10/20 $ B1 Tu 7:15-8:00 PM 10/27-12/1 $90

18 REGISTRATION REGISTRATION Registration Info 1. Mail-in registration must be postmarked. 2. Online registration begins August 5th at 5AM at for most classes. 3. Walk-in and fax-in registration begins August 19th at 9AM. 4. Phone-in registration begins August 26th at 9AM. 5. 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 - inquire at desk! 3. NO REFUNDS or CREDITS for classes or memberships. Online Registration Visit our website at and register via Webtrac. PLEASE NOTE: if you are already a club member, you already have a web account with a username and password - call us to find out what it is. Then click on Register On-line on the left, and sign-in with your username and password. To purchase or renew membership click Shop in the top border, and then choose Pass, next choose registrtion or renewal. 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 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. And more... 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 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 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 medial 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. 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 Sixty 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 9th 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