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FALL I - 7 Weeks
Classes Begin-End: September 7 - October 24, 2010
Full Member Registration starts: Monday, 8/23/10
Program Member Registration starts: Monday 8/30/10
FALL II - 8 Weeks
Classes Begin-End: October 25 - December 23, 2010
Full Member Registration starts: Monday, 10/11/10
Program Member Registration starts: Monday, 10/18/10


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PRE-SCHOOL PICASSOS [04442]
Ages 3-4 (must be 3 by February 1, 2010)
Children will be encouraged to use their own creativity and imagination to create different projects!
Day/Time: Mon 1:00-2:00 pm
Fee:
Session I: Full Member $63 / Program Member $82
Session II: Full Member $95 / Program Member $122

HANDS-ON SCIENCE CLASSES FOR PRESCHOOLERS [04452]
Ages 4-5
A combination of hands-on science experiments and children’s literature is sure to please your curious young learner! A variety of thematic units of study will be covered including Kitchen Science*, Nature Activities, Crafts, and Experiments. All projects will actively involve and engage your preschooler. *Due to the Kitchen Science portion of this class, we do not recommend for children with food allergies.
Day/Time: Thu 1:00-2:30 pm
Fee:
Session I: Full Member $63 / Program Member $82
(Class starts on 09/16/10) (No class on 09/9/10)
Session II: Full Member $63 / Program Member $82
(No class on 11/11/10, 11/25/10 & 12/23/10)

ART AND CRAFTS [04414]
Ages 4-6
A special hour of creative art and craft projects for young children! There will be different projects each session. Supplies included.
Day/Time: Sat 9:00-10:00 am
Fee:
Session I: Full Member $49 / Program Member $98
Session II: Full Member $49 / Program Member $98

YOUNG ARTIST’S STUDIO [04413]
Ages 7-12
We will guide your child’s imagination through the world of art as they learn basic art skills! Students will be introduced to a creative elementary school art program. Students will create their own masterpieces as they learn drawing, painting, pottery, printing, etc. The class will also include some art history as they try techniques of famous artists! This is a continuing class through the school year with different projects each session. Please bring a 10 X 12 sketchpad to the first class. All other supplies included.
Day/Time: Sat 10:00-11:00 am
Fee:
Session I: Full Member $49 / Program Member $98
Session II: Full Member $49 / Program Member $98

CREATIVE DRAWING AND PAINTING [04418]
Ages 8 and over
This class will give older girls and boys the tools to expand their artistic talent! The instructor will help you learn to draw and paint as you focus on different styles and subjects. This is a continuing class through the school year covering landscapes, portraits, still life, etc. Many mediums (pencil, charcoal, watercolor and acrylics) will be used on projects. No experience is necessary. Please bring a 10 X 12 sketchpad and a pencil to the first class. All other materials are included.
Day/Time: Wed 6:00-7:00 pm
Fee:
Session I: Full Member $51 / Program Member $102
Session II: Full Member $58 / Program Member $116

3 DIMENSIONAL ART CLASS [04403]
Ages 8 and over
Join a really fun and creative six-week 3 dimensional art class for girls and boys. This is a hands-on class where the student will start with basics and work with paper-mâché and clay. Learn basic hand building skills by creating items like a mask, a container, beaded jewelry, etc. You must bring your imagination and a desire to create. All materials are included. Register early – space is limited.
Session I: 09/11/10-10/16/10
Session II: 10/30/10-12/11/10
Day/Time: Sat. 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Fee:
Session I: Full Member $45 / Program Member $90
Session II: Full Member $45 / Program Member $90

SATURDAY MORNING ARCHERY FOR YOUTH [03739]
Ages 8-14
Participants will learn the proper technique for shooting a bow, safety on the range, and create and score archery games. All equipment is provided.
Session: Fall I only (No class on 10/23/10)
Day/Time:
Beginner Youth: Sat 9:00-10:00 am
Advanced Youth*: Sat 10:00-11:00 am
Parent/Youth: Sat 11:00 am-12:00 pm
Location: Hanby Outdoor Center
Fee: Beginner & Adv. Youth*: Full Member $57 / Program Member $76
*Advanced Youth must have completed beginner class.
Parent/Youth: Full Member $72 / Program Member $141

YOGA FOR KIDS [04428]
Ages 5-14
Have fun with girls and boys your age as you learn the basics of yoga postures and breath work. Increase your flexibility, endurance, strength, balance, and coordination. It will be very helpful in all your sports programs! Space is limited as we will be meeting in a smaller room. You must register in advance at the front desk.
Day/Time:
Ages 5-8: Mon 4:00-4:25 pm
Age 9-14: Mon 4:30-4:55 pm
Fee:
Session I: Full Members FREE / Program Members + Public $42
Session II: Full Members FREE / Program Members + Public $56

YMCA SUPER-SITTERS [08602]
Ages 11 & up
Train to be a top baby-sitter! Learn the right way to care for infants and children. A special pool safety class is included in this program. A YMCA ID card is awarded at the completion of the course. You must attend all classes. A baby-sitter’s resource book and first aid manual is provided.
Day/Time: Session I
Wed 09/22/10-10/13/10 6:00-8:00 pm
Tue 10/05/10 7:00-7:45 pm (water safety class)
Fee: Full Member $39 / Program Member + Public $78
Day/Time: Session II
Wed 11/03/10-12/01/10 6:00-8:00 pm (No class 11/24/10)
Tue 11/16/10 7:00-7:45 pm (water safety class)
Fee: Full Member $39 / Program Member + Public $78

SATURDAY SUPER SITTERS [08601]
Ages 11 & up
Train to be a top baby-sitter in our Saturday Super Sitters class! Learn the right way to care for infants and children. A special pool safety class is included in this program. A YMCA ID card is awarded at the completion of the course. You must attend all classes. A baby-sitter’s resource book and first aid manual is provided.
Day/Time: Sat 10/16/10-10/30/10 9:30 am-12:30 pm
Sat 10/23/10, 12:45-1:45 pm (water safety class)
Fee: Full Member $39 / Program Member + Public $78

PRESCHOOL CREATIVE TOTS [04602]
Ages 2-3 with parent
Share quality time with your child as you both enjoy arts and crafts, music, and motion. This is rewarding enrichment time for parents and tots. All supplies are included.
Day/Time: Fri 10:00-10:45 am
Fee:
Session I: Full Member $44 / Program Member $88
Session II: Full Member $44 / Program Member $88

PRE SCHOOL ART AND CRAFTS [04430]
Ages 4-6
An hour of creative art and craft projects for young children! Each session will offer different projects. Basic supplies are included. For your convenience, class meets on the same day and time as our Art Class for older students. Class limit: 10.
Day/Time: Tue 12:30-1:30 pm
Fee:
Session I (6 wks): Full Member $42 / Program Member + Public $48 (Begins 09/14/10)
Session II (8 wks): Full Member $56 / Program Member + Public $64 (Begins 10/26/10)

ART CLASS [04432]
Ages 7-13
Your children will have the opportunity to express themselves creatively using pencil, charcoal, pastel, paint, and clay. Basic art skills will be introduced as well as some fun projects that incorporate these skills. This is a complete well-rounded art program. Basic supplies are provided. There may be a small material fee for special projects. Class limit: 10.
Day/Time: Tue 12:30-1:30 pm
Fee:
Session I (6 wks): Full Member $42 / Program Member + Public $48 (Begins 09/14/10)
Session II (8 wks): Full Member $56 / Program Member + Public $64 (Begins 10/26/10)

HOME SCHOOL PHYSICAL EDUCATION [01807]
Boys and Girls: Ages 6-12
This is a basic elementary school PE Program. This continuing program (offered in both the fall and spring) is designed to run for a regular school year. Different activities will be introduced during the year. Come join us for fun and rewarding physical activity! Please register in advance.
Day/Time: Tue 1:40-2:40 pm
Fee:
Session I (6 wks): Full Member $42 / Program Member + Public $48 (Begins 09/14/10)
Session II (8 wks): Full Member $56 / Program Member + Public $64 (Begins 10/26/10)

HOME SCHOOL creative writing sampler I & II [04431]
Ages 9-13
This class will instruct home school students in the art of getting creative with writing! Topics explored in the first session will be Poetry and Life Writing. Topics explored in the second session will be Story Writing and creating a picture book. Each class period will include journal writing, fun writing exercises, creative projects, and examples of writing from classics of children’s literature. The class will be taught by Sara Rowe, who has a MA in Children’s Literature and has been published in a number of pre-teen and teen magazines. Class is limited to eight students. A materials fee of $5 for each session must be paid to the instructor on the first day of class.
Day/Time: Wed 12:30-1:30 pm
Fee:
Session I (7 wks) Creative Writing Sampler I:Full Member $49 / Program Member + Public $56 (Begins 09/08/10)
Session II (7 wks) Creative Writing Sampler II:Full Member $49 / Program Member + Public $56 (Begins 10/27/10)


HOME SCHOOL reading fun [04433]
Ages 9-13
Children will have fun with the books they read! Over the course of each session several children’s classics in different genres will be assigned. Students will participate in discussion related to the topics explored in the book and in themed activities and crafts. The reading list can be obtained by emailing the instructor at sararowe29@gmail.com. The class will be led by Sara Rowe, who has a MA in Children’s Literature and has been published in a number of pre-teen and teen magazines. Class is limited to eight students. A materials fee of $10 for each session must be paid to the instructor on first day of class.
Day/Time: Wed 1:45-2:45 pm
Fee:
Session I (7 wks):
Full Member $49 / Program Member + Public $56 (Begins 9/08/10)
Session II (7 wks): Full Member $49 / Program Member + Public $56 (Begins 10/27/10)