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Summer Activities Brochure

A printable copy of The Washington Parks and Recreation Summer Activities 2009 Brochure is now available

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Boat Launch Hours

Spring Hours:
Opening day Saturday, April 18th.
Saturdays, Sundays, Wednesdays and Memorial Day --6am to 11 am; and 4 pm to sunset.

Summer Hours:
Starting Saturday, June 20th the Launch is open:
Fridays, Saturdays, Sundays and Mondays-- 6am- 11 am; 4pm to sunset.
Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays from 10 am to 5 pm. (Beach Hours).

Fall Hours:
Starting Wednesday September 9th:
Saturdays, Sundays, Wednesdays and Columbus Day --6am to 11 am; and 4 pm to sunset.

The Launch will close for the season on Saturday, October 31st.

Lisa A. Easter
Coordinator
April 7, 2009

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SPRING PROGRAMS 2009

BUS TRIPS:

We’re going to FENWAY !!
Boston Red Sox vs. Tampa Bay Rays
Date: Sunday May 10th 2009
Game Time 8:00 PM
Bus departs Washington Town Hall at 4:00 pm
$100.00 pp includes bus transportation, ticket, and driver tip.
Call TODAY!! Limited seats.

BOSTON for the “TALL SHIPS”
Date: Saturday, July 11th 2009
Bus departs Washington Town Hall 7:00 am
Boston Harbor Cruise (90 Minutes) –Tall Ship Viewing 11:00 am
Free time in Boston – Return time 6:00 pm.
$85.00 pp includes bus transportation, ticket, and driver tip.

CHILDREN:

SPRING SWIM LESSONS
For preschool and up ** Six - 45 minute classes
Held at Shepaug Valley Middle High School Pool
I - MONDAYS - May 4, 11, 18; June 1, 8, 15 (no class May 25th Memorial Day)
II - FRIDAYS - May 8, 15, 22, 29; June 5 & 12
Preschool through first grade 5:00 pm – 5:45 pm 6:30 pm-7:15 pm
Second grade and above 5:45 pm – 6:30 pm 7:15 pm – 8:00 pm FAMILY SWIM 8:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fee: $40.00/person per session, $100.00/family of 3 or more; per session
Instructor: Mo Van Moffaert

ONGOING PROGRAMS:

ADULT MORNING SWIM
For Region 12 Residents ONLY!
6:45 am - 7:45 am Monday – Friday
Location: Shepaug Valley M/HS Pool

CARDIO KICKBOXING
Location: Upstairs; Washington Town Hall
Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 6:00pm- 7:00 pm
Tuesday & Thursdays
Time: 6:30 AM – 7:30 AM
Instructor: Denise Arturi

KARATE
Location: Washington Montessori School
Dates: Wednesdays - 10-week sessions
New Session begins Wednesday, March 11th
Ages 7-Adult
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Children 5 & 6 years olds
Time: 6:00 pm – 6:30 pm
Fee: $60.00 per person; $40.00 each additional family member
Instructors: Tom & Roberta O’Neill 203-266-5889

YOGA with Jennifer Pote
Strengthening & Training
Tuesday evenings: 5:15 pm -6:15 pm
Saturday mornings: 8:00 am – 9:15 am
Instructor: Jennifer Pote - 868-7348
Fee: $50.00 for 5 classes; $12.00 per class for drop-ins.
Location: Bryan Memorial Town Hall, upstairs

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UPDATED - Monday, February 2, 2009

PLEASE NOTE:
The time for TAI CHI with Diane Baker was posted incorrectly. The correct time is 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM
We apologize for any confusion this may have caused.

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NOTE:
UPDATES From Washington Parks & Recreation Winter Programs 2009
Added Monday, January 28, 2009

Cardio Kickboxing now Available Mornings and Evenings
Denise Arturi has announced the addition of two morning classes to her cardio kickboxing schedule.
Location: Upstairs at Bryan Memorial Town Hall
Dates: Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 6:30 – 7:30 a.m.
Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Fee: $10/class for drop in; $100/16 classes per 8 week session.
No experience needed. Contact Denise at 868-2880 with any questions.

***NEW***
TAI CHI with Diane Baker
An ancient Chinese art that consists of slow relaxed movements for
body and mind improvement that is perfect for everybody.
Location: Upstairs; Washington Town Hall
Dates: Wednesdays
Time: 10:00AM- 11:00AM
Fee: $90.00 for a 6-week session

YOGA
Kripalu Yoga
Veronic Kleeman, R.Y.T. 860-567-4384
Has been cancelled for the winter. Look forward to seeing Veronica again this spring!

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NOTE:
The following classes were added on Wednesday, January 7, 2009

Cardio Kickboxing now Available Mornings and Evenings
Denise Arturi has announced the addition of two morning classes to her cardio kickboxing schedule. Sponsored by Washington Parks & Rec., the classes are held upstairs at Bryan Memorial Town Hall Tuesday and Thursday mornings from 6:30 – 7:30 a.m. and Monday and Wednesday evenings from 6:00 – 7:00 p.m. Fees range from $10/class for drop in to $100/16 classes per 8 week session. The next session begins Jan. 19th (mid session joiners welcomed). No experience needed. Contact Denise at 868-2880.

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WINTER PROGRAMS 2009

Children’s Basketball
Information for 1 through 4 graders below. Sign up sheets available outside the Parks & Recreation Office door. Grades 5 and up can visit www.shepaugbasketball.org for their Basketball information.

INTRO TO BASKETBALL
For Boys & Girls in 1st & 2nd grades
Beginning skills and understanding
Saturdays - January 10th to February 28th 2009
10:15 am – 11:15 am
Washington Primary School Gym
Fee: $30.00 (includes T Shirt)

BASKETBALL CLINIC
For Boys & Girls in 3rd & 4th grades
Basic skills taught through drills
Saturdays - January 10th to March 14th 2009
10:00 am – 11:30 am
Shepaug Valley High School Gym
Fee: $30.00 (includes T Shirt)

Washington Parks & Recreation and Roxbury Recreation
are sponsoring a local competition of
Connecticut Recreation & Parks Association 16th Annual
BASKETBALL “HOT SHOT CONTEST”
For Boys & Girls ages 9-15(Age of the child on or before December 31, 2008)
The Hot Shot contest is a statewide event. Each player will have one minute to shoot from "hotspots" placed on one half of the court. Starting at the center of half-court the player dribbles into shooting range. The contest challenges a player's speed, shooting, dribbling, and rebounding ability. Three one-minute rounds constitute the duration of play for each player. The top scorer in each division will move to the next level (county and then state) of the contest.
When: Saturday, January 10th 1:00pm
Where: Shepaug Valley Middle High School Gym
Fee: FREE!!
Please call to register! 868-1519

Washington Parks and Recreation Commission and The Gunnery present
WASHINGTON GUNNERY FAMILY SKATE
$5 pp/session or $65 pp for the season or
ONLY $125/family for the entire season!
Sundays: 5-7pm November 16 - March 1 2009
Join your friends and family for a great winter activity!
Snack Bar sponsored by the Washington Primary PTO

BUS TRIPS:

We’re going to FENWAY !!
Boston Red Sox vs. Tampa Bay Rays
Date: Sunday May 10th 2009
Bus departs Washington Town Hall – times TBA
$100.00 pp includes bus transportation, ticket, and driver tip.
Call TODAY!! Limited seats.

BOSTON for the “TALL SHIPS”
Date: Saturday, July 11th 2009
Bus departs Washington Town Hall 7:00 am
Boston Harbor Cruise (90 Minutes) –Tall Ship Viewing 11:00 am
Free time in Boston – Return time 6:00 pm.
$85.00 pp includes bus transportation, ticket, and driver tip.

Ongoing Programs:

ADULT BASKETBALL Location: Washington Primary School Gym
Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays
November 3rd 2008 to April 8th 2009
Time: 7:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Fee: $25.00/season

ADULT MORNING SWIM
For Region 12 Residents ONLY!
6:45 am - 7:45 am Monday – Friday
Location: Shepaug Valley M/HS Pool

CARDIO KICKBOXING
Location: Upstairs; Washington Town Hall
Dates: Mondays & Wednesdays
Time: 6:00pm- 7:00 pm
Instructor: Denise Arturi

KARATE Location: Washington Montessori School
Dates: Wednesdays - 10 week sessions
New Session begins Wednesday, Sept. 17th
Time: 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
Fee: $60.00 per person; $40.00 each additional family member
Instructors: Tom & Roberta O’Neill 203-266-5889

***NEW***
TAI CHI with Diane Baker
An ancient Chinese art that consists of slow relaxed movements for
body and mind improvement that is perfect for everybody.
Location: Upstairs; Washington Town Hall
Dates: Thursdays
Time: 6:00pm- 7:00 pm
Fee: $90.00 for a 6-week session

YOGA
Kripalu Yoga
Veronic Kleeman, R.Y.T. 860-567-4384
Gentle to intermediate yoga. Stretching and breathing in a supportive class for women of all ages.
Location: Bryan Memorial Town Hall, upstairs
Wednesdays: 9:00 am -10:15 am
Fee: $12.00 per class

YOGA with Jennifer Pote
Strengthening & Training Tuesday evenings: 5:15 pm -6:15 pm
Saturday mornings: 8:00 am – 9:15 am
Instructor: Jennifer Pote - 868-7348
Fee: $50.00 for 5 classes; $12.00 per class for drop-ins.
Location: Bryan Memorial Town Hall, upstairs

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Web page last updated: May 9, 2009