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WINTER 2012

63 Main StreetNorthborough, MA 01532

508/393-5034www.northboroughrecreation.com

Client Testimonials:What Northborough Residents are saying about working with Michelle

“Working with Michelle feels like working with a good friend. She sold our antique home that we had lived in and loved for 34 years. Michelle was very attuned to our wishes and did an outstanding job marketing and presenting our home, with all its unique features.”

- Ralph and Gerri Stevens Main Street, Northborough

“We had mixed emotions about selling our home of 32 years but working with Michelle made our journey easier. She supported us through every step of the process and was always open and honest with us about the housing market. Most important she put our best interest first. We’re happy to say that our house has a sold sign on it thanksto Michelle.”

- Alan and Mary Carlson Brigham Street, Northborough

“As a first time home buyer, Michelle made me feel like I was her only client. She was incredibly responsive and wonderful to work with. I treasure her honesty, friendliness and forthrightness in conducting business; qualities that can be difficult to find. Michelle is a true professional in every sense of the word. I love my new home. Thank you for everything!”

- Kate Leahy Northborough, MA

Honesty, Integrity& ExpertiseMy personal commitment is to serve you with honesty, integrity and expertise. I love my job and meeting new clients and will provide you with a smooth transition through the home buying or selling process.

Business: With many years of experience as a Realtor®, I show proven results to my clients. I specialize as a listing agent, investment properties, short sales and senior residential specialist, providing my clients the tools to what it takes to sell or purchase a home.

Background: • Northborough Planning Board Member, 8 years.• Chair of Northborough Design Review Committee.• Community Preservation Committee Member.• Named “Rotarian of the Year.” Always giving back to our community.

Direct: 508.934.9818 • Office: 508.393.1355Email: [email protected] • Website: michellegillespie.com

Your Local ReaLtoR®

Michelle Gillespie

Address: 318 Main Street, Northborough

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Community Garden

On Valentine Road

The Northborough Community Gardens at Valentine Road will be opening for it‘s second year on March 15, 2012. Cur-

rently we have 20 plots, which are 6‘ x 12‘, and are available to Northborough residents or Northborough-affiliated or-

ganizations. For the first year, gardens were available to the community for no charge due to the gardens being funded

by a grant. This year, there will be a charge of $20 to help pay for maintenance and water of the facility. Plots will be

issued by lottery because we anticipate high demand.

Applications must be received by February 15 for consideration. On February 16, we will choose 20 applications at ran-

dom and issue the gardens to the families/organizations chosen.

For more information or to download an application, please call the Recreation Department at 508-393-5034 or visit our

site at www.northboroughrecreation.com.

Winning Wellness Challenge

Looking to get healthier in 2012? If you want to drop 5 pounds or 50 pounds...if you want to learn what a healthy diet

looks like...if you want to begin to develop a healthier lifestyle...then come to this twelve week program sponsored by the

Rotary Clubs of Northborough and Southborough. Formerly called Biggest Loser/Winning Fitness, the program has been

revamped to be even more fun and effective! Each weekly session will consist of a private weigh-in; followed by a motiva-

tional time where everyone is encouraged to share struggles and victories with fellow participants. That will be followed

by a discussion led by respected experts in the fields of nutrition, diet, exercise, lifestyle and more! After the talk, there

will be a thirty minute exercise session (zumba, dance, resistance, cardio, etc.) led by qualified instructors where partici-

pants can burn a few calories. You are encouraged to form a team of four to six members or we can place you on a

team. The winning team will be awarded a $1,000 cash prize! Child care is provided at additional cost.

Ages: 18 and up

Days: Wednesdays

Dates: January 18 - April 4

Times: 6:00pm—7:30pm

Location: Algonquin High School Cafeteria

Cost : $60 for the twelve week session

Town Offices Building, ground floor, 63 Main Street, Northborough, MA 01532

Phone: 508/393-5034; Fax: 508/393-6996

www.northboroughrecreation.com

Allie Lane, Recreation Director; email: [email protected]

Michelle Lyseth, Recreation Assistant; email:[email protected]

Hours: Mondays—Thursdays: 8am-4pm, Fridays: 7am-noon

NORTHBOROUGH PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION

Sean McCann, Chairman; Sean Durkin, David Putnam, David Rawlings and Jim Wing

All programs require pre-registration. Options for registration:

Register online at www.northboroughrecreation.com with a credit card

Call 508-393-5034 to register over the phone with a credit card

Download a registration form from our website and mail with payment

Visit our office and register in person using cash, checks or credit card

PLEASE REFER TO THE WEBSITE FOR MORE INFORMATION REGARDING REGISTRATION AND POLICIES.

Please note that advertising contained herein does not constitute an endorsement by the Town of Northborough or it‘s employees.

Community Events

Weekly door prizes!

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Theater Vacation Program: ―Tort‖

This week‘s performance is ―Tort‖, based on the fable ―The Tortoise and the Hare‖. Rehearsals are 4 ½ hours

each day and consist of two 2-hour blocks of time with two 15-30 minute snack breaks. Kids will need to bring

water, snacks and lunch. Family and friends are welcome to attend the 12:30 performance on Friday! No experi-

ence needed! Minimum of 30/max of 50.

Grades: K—8

Days: Monday—Friday

Dates: December 26—30

Times: 9am—1:30pm

Location: Algonquin Regional High School, Small Performance Theater

Instructors: Zac & Tania Taylor, SkyRise Children‘s Theater

Cost: $150 until December 19, $155 as of December 20

School Vacation D

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Vacation Fun Daze

* FIELD TRIPS* SPORTS * GYM GAMES * ARTS & CRAFTS * WII* & MORE!

What a great way to keep the kids active and engaged during the vacation days! Sign up for one day

or more. Space is limited, don‘t delay! Kids will need to bring a lunch, 2 snacks and a drink for all

days unless otherwise noted. Transportation provided by First Student, staffed by Northborough Rec

summer camp counselors. Minimum of 30 registrants/max of 45 per day.

Grades: K—5

Hours: 8am—5pm

Location: Town Hall Rec Center & Gym, ground floor of Town Hall

Monday, December 26, Coco Key Water Resort (Fitchburg): Kids will be transported to a tropical island-like set-

ting today, where every day is a bright, sunny 84 degree day! Kids will explore the 55,000 square foot indoor

water park, featuring a selection of signature attractions for all ages, under the supervision of our staff and

Coco Key resort lifeguards. A pizza lunch will be provided. Cost: $65 per child.

Tuesday, December 27, LazerCraze (North Andover): Today we will head to LazerCraze, where kids will partici-

pate in laser tag missions and arcade play. Kids under ten years old will have access to the Thrillzone Playmaze.

(Kids in grades K & 1 are not allowed to participate in lasertag.) A pizza lunch will be provided.

Cost: $45 per child.

Wednesday, December 28, Jump On In (Lowell). Kids will play in gymnasiums filled with inflatable jumpers,

slides and climbers as well as a trampoline basketball game. A pizza lunch and drink will be provided.

Cost: $45 per child.

Thursday, December 29, AMF Bowling (Auburn): Kids will spend part of the morning playing gym games, sports

and making arts and crafts. Later, we will head over to AMF Bowling in Auburn, where kids will bowl several

strings and enjoy a pizza lunch. Cost: $45 per child.

Friday, December 30, Jordan‘s IMAX Theater (Natick): After a morning at the Town Hall Gym & Rec Center, kids

will be transported to Jordan‘s IMAX Theater for an age-appropriate movie. (Movie TBA, information not avail-

able at the time of this brochure‘s publication.) Please pack a lunch for your child today. Cost: $45 per child.

February Chess Vacation Camp

Chess Wizards is a premier chess education company providing fun, informative and challenging chess lessons to

students. The mission of Chess Wizards is to improve students‘ logic, concentration and critical thinking skills

while introducing students to the magical world of chess. Chess Wizards teaches children many important life

concepts, such as learning the ability to win graciously and accept defeat with dignity and sportsmanship. All of

students will be divided into groups according to their chess experience. At the end of this vacation week, each

student will have had the chance to participate in a mini-chess tournament.

Grades: K—5

Days Monday—Friday

Dates: February 20—24

Time: Half Day: 9—12pm; Full Day: 9—3pm

Location: Southwest Rec Center, 38 Southwest Cutoff

Instructors: Chess Wizards

Half-Day Cost: $95 until February 13, $100 as of February 14

Full-Day Cost: $165 until February 13, $170 as of February 14

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LEARN TO SKATE PROGRAMS

AT NAVIN ARENA, MARLBORO

Tot Learn to Skate (Ages 3-6): Instructors use songs, games, toys and other fun methods that cater to the learning styles and

development of young skaters. Focus is on basic coordination, balance and maneuverability on the ice. Classes are 40 min-

utes long and include 25-30 minutes of group lesson time and 10-15 minutes of supervised play time.

Youth Learn to Skate (Ages 6-12): This program delivers the basics of skating, including gliding, pushing and striding in

ways that 6- 12 year olds find challenging and enjoyable. Levels are designed to teach basic motion, balance and coordina-

tion that prepare skaters for hockey, figure skating or the occasional rink visit. Classes are 40 minutes long and consist of at

least 30 minutes or more of group instruction and 5-10 minutes of supervised practice.

NOTE: Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled class time. It is recommended to wear comfortable clothes that allow

for movement, with long sleeves, pants, gloves and/or mittens. HECC approved helmets are required (a bicycle helmet is

acceptable). Rental skates are available on a first come, first serve basis and are included in the fee. Double blade skates are

not permitted.

WINTER SCHEDULE

Winter 1 registration deadline: DECEMBER 19

Winter 2 registration deadline: FEBRUARY 13

Ages Session Days Dates Times Register By Price

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(ages 3—6)

Winter 1 Sundays January 8—February

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2—2:40pm December 19 $119 (8 weeks)

Winter 2 Sundays March 4—April 22

(skip April 8)

2—2:40pm February 13 $105 (7 weeks)

Youth

(ages 6-12)

Winter 1 Sundays January 8—February

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2—2:40pm December 19 $119 (8 weeks)

Winter 2 Sundays March 4—April 22

(skip April 8)

2—2:40pm February 13 $105 (7 weeks)

WINTER SWIMMING LESSONS

AT WESTBORO TENNIS & SWIM CLUB

SATURDAY CLASSES SUNDAY CLASSES

January 7—March 17 (Skip Feb. 25) 10 weeks January 8—March 18 (skip Feb. 26) 10 weeks

Level 1: 12-12:30 pm Level 1: 12-12:30 pm

Level 2: 12:30-1:00 pm Level 2: 12:30-1:00 pm

Level 3: 1-1:30 pm Level 3: 1-1:30 pm

Level 4: 1-1:30 pm Level 4: 1-1:30 pm

Description of Levels

Level #1: Water Exploration (suggested ages: children 3-5 years old). The objective is to make the child feel comfortable in

the water and develop good attitudes and safe practices in the water. Children will learn the elementary aquatic skills, put-

ting their face in the water, blowing bubbles, entering and exiting the water safely.

Level #2: Primary Skills (suggested ages: 5—7 years old). Children will learn to float without support, and recover to a verti-

cal position, hold their breath, kick and begin to move their arms.

Level #3: Stroke Readiness (suggested ages: 7—10 years old). Children will learn to build skills through practice and will

learn to coordinate the front and back crawl. The elementary backstroke will be introduced.

Level #4: Stroke Improvement (suggested ages: 9—12 years old). Children will develop confidence in the skills learned and

improve other aquatic skills.

Ratios: 1:4 for Level 1 classes, 1:5 for Levels 2, 3 & 4

Location: Westborough Swim & Tennis Club, 35 Chauncy Street, Westborough

Cost: $185 until December 31, $195 as of January 1

Note for on-line registration: If your child falls outside of the suggested age for the class you would like to register for, you

will need to contact the Recreation Department at 508-393-5034 for the office to override the online system.

Class sizes are max of 4 in L1 classes, max of 5 in L2—L4 classes.

Please see the Toddler/Preschooler program pages for information on more swimming classes, such as

Parent-Tot Swim and Gym & Swim.

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American Girl Doll Create & Play Workshops

Join the team from Event-FULL! LCC (www.event-full.net) and bring your special friend to this workshop for sev-

eral hours that you will both enjoy. What you will make and take home will lead to hours and hours of contin-

ued play and enjoyment for you and your doll at home. Please send your child with a nut-free snack and

drink. Max is 30.

Ages: 5—10

Dates: Saturday, February 11

Time: 9am—noon

Location: SW Rec Center, 38 Southwest

Instructors: Diane Dinell, M.Ed. & Beth Meditz, M.Ed, Event-FULL! LLC

Cost: $50 until February 4, $55 as of February 5

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KIDS‘ NIGHT OUT

ONE OF OUR MOST POPULAR EVENTS! Kids get a chance to go out for the night! Kids will play gym games and

sports games, including jailbreak, basketball, pillow polo, and soccer AND get to make art projects, watch mov-

ies, and more! A pizza dinner is included. Register early to save a spot or sign up at the door, space permit-

ting. Kids will also go out on the playground, weather permitting.

Grades: K - 5

Dates: January 21, February 18, March 24

Days: Saturdays

Time: 4 pm - 10 pm

Cost: $30.00/night for one child and $15.00/night each for siblings

Location: Town Hall Gym & Recreation Center

Instructors: Katie Weaver & Northborough Recreation staff

Children‘s Open Playgroups

Do you need somewhere fun and safe for your kids to run around and get some exercise during the cold winter

months? Now you have it…we will be opening the Town Hall Gym and Rec center to anyone who wants to come

and play. We will have obstacle courses set up, balls to plays games and scooters to keep them busy! Please

check the website for updated times. You need to pre-register for these times. We can only take 10 families/

time slot. (Parking issues at the town hall prohibit more than that.) We are offering multiple time slots each

week, with each playgroup running for one hour. Sign up for as many as you‘d like!

Dates: Open throughout winter, please check dates www.northboroughrecreation.com

Ages: 1-6 years old with a parent

Location: Town Hall and Rec Center, ground floor of Town Hall

Cost: $5/playgroup for 1st child, $1/playgroup each for siblings

Babysitting Clinic

The American Red Cross will help you learn what you need to know and what every parent wants in a responsi-

ble babysitter! Learn how to: interview for a babysitting job, choose safe and age appropriate toys and games,

perform first aid, learn diapering and feeding techniques, handle bedtime issues, learn tips for having a safe

babysitting experience, and more! One whole session must be attended in order to receive certification, which

will be mailed after completion of the program. Max of 12 kids only, be sure to sign up quickly!

Ages: 11 and up

Dates: Thursday February 23

Time: 9am—3:30pm

Location: Northborough Senior Center, 119 Bearfoot Road

Instructors: American Red Cross


Friday Night PJ Parties

Drop your kids off at our Rec Center at Southwest Cutoff for a fun evening of craft-making, games, movies, pizza

and more...in their favorite pj‘s! Bring a pillow and sleeping bag or blanket for extra comfort. Add some special

friends for even more fun! Sign up for as many as you‘d like!

Ages: 5—10 years old

Days: Fridays


Times: 5—9pm

Cost: $25 per night first child, $10 per night for siblings

Staff: Recreation staff

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Valentine‘s Party

Come have some Valentine‘s Day fun! Your child will make valentines to share with friends and family and

also create a special ‗hearty‘ and nut-free treat to eat! Minimum of 5, Max of 10.


Date: Monday, February 13

Time: Ages 2—4: 9:30—10:30 (with a parent)

Ages 3—5: 1—2pm (drop off, must be potty-trained)

Location: Southwest Rec Center, 38 Southwest Cutoff

Instructor: Stefanie Youssef


‗Star Wars‘ Workshop

Are you a Youngling who is interested in becoming a Jedi student in training? Join the team from Event-

FULL!, LLC (www.event-full.net) and participate in several hours that have everything to do with STAR

WARS!! Some activities may include: designing and making your own recycled Droid, Making a Training Light

saber and learning what it is to be a Jedi Knight. Minimum of 10, max of 20.


Dates: Saturday, February 11

Time: 1—4pm

Location: Southwest Rec Center, 38 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough

Instructors: Diane Dinell, M.Ed. & Beth Meditz, M.Ed, Event-FULL! LLC


Painting Party

Kids LOVE to paint...parents hate the clean-up! This one day program is the perfect solution! Your child will

get to paint using a variety of different brushes, rollers, and other fun painting techniques. Please have your

child wear play clothes, it may get messy! This is a drop-off program. A nut-free snack will be provided. Mini-

mum 5, max of 10.


Dates: Tuesday, January 31

Time: 12-2pm

Location: Southwest Rec Center, 38 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough


Cost: $20 until January 24, $25 as of January 25

Home Alone Safety Clinic

This course is designed for children who are unattended at home for short periods of time. Children will

learn telephone and door answering techniques, accident and fire prevention, and first aid skills. This class

includes a variety of teaching methods, including active discussion, a video and role playing. Please bring a

bag dinner with you. Minimum of 10, max of 15.


Date: Tuesday, January 24, 4—6:30pm or March 13, 4—6:30pm

Location: Rec Center, 63 Main Street

Instructor: Beth Oleson

Cost: $35 until one week before program, $40 within one week of program

Preschoolers Night Out!

It‘s your preschooler‘s chance to go out for the night! Your child will play games, make art projects, watch a

―G‖ movie, and more! A pizza dinner is included. Pre-registration is required for this event. Sign up for as

many as you like. Children do not have to be potty-trained. Minimum of 6/max of 15.

Ages: 2.5—5 years old

Days: Fridays


Time: 4 pm - 7pm

Cost: $20/night for the first child, $10/night each for siblings

Location: Southwest Recreation Center, 38 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough

Instructors: Recreation Preschool event staff

Drop off program

Drop off program

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Activities for Toddlers &

Preschoolers Explorations with Knucklebones

Knucklebones' Exploration engages both parent/guardian and child in exploring creative movement, gross mo-

tor development and physical activity. Each week KB staff will bring a plethora of the most unique and athleti-

cally inspired activities and games to create a circuit of free play. We‘ll also incorporate music and a group led

game for each class to get everyone moving together. Explorations will enhance gross motor and fine motor

skills, hand/eye/foot coordination, balancing & walking, physical activity, and provide a whole lot of fun!

A minimum of 8 children is required.

Ages: 10 months—2.5 years old

Dates: January 9—February 27 (skip January 16 and February 20; 5 weeks)

Days: Mondays

Times: 9:30—10:30am

Location: Town Hall Gym, 63 Main Street, Northborough

Instructors: Knucklebones


Feast with Friends

Remember sitting around the lunch table as kids, laughing and getting to know each other? During this drop-

off program, children will get a chance to work on their social skills. As the children arrive they will enjoy free

play in the Recreation Center. Once all of our friends have arrived, we will gather for lunch and have fun shar-

ing, talking, and getting to know each other. We will then head into the gym to run around and play interactive

games! If weather permits, we will also play outside. Sign up with your friends or come and make new ones!

Please provide a nut-free lunch and a drink. Minimum of 5, max of 10.

Ages: 3-5 years old (must be potty trained)

Days: Thursdays

Dates: Session 1: January 19—February 9; Session 2: March 1—March 22

Time: 12-2pm

Location: Town Hall Gym and Rec Center, 63 Main St., Northborough


Cost: $50 until January 12/February 23; $60 as of January 13/February 24

Gym and Swim

The diversity of games, skills and fun activities will allow your child to grow physically, mentally and socially.

Each week your child will be involved in 40 minutes of gym activities which will include parachute games, ball

games, use of jump ropes, obstacle courses and many other fun activities as well as a 40 minute Red Cross

Swim Lesson. Each week the class will focus around a theme, such as The Circus, Animal Fun, Luau, Safety Day

and many other fun themes. This is a drop-off program, your child must be potty-trained. Please dress your

child in his/her bathing suit with gym clothing over it. Minimum of 5, max of 10.

Ages: 2.9- 5 years old

Days: Thursdays

Dates: Session 1: January 12—February 16; Session 2: March 1—April 5

Times: 9:30-11am

Location: Westboro Swim & Tennis Club

Cost: $159 until January 2/February 20; $164 as of January 3/February 21 (both 6 weeks)

Gymnastics with Knucklebones

Knucklebones‘ Gymnastics focuses on fundamental language, creative and rhythmic movement, flexibility, and

skills of gymnastics in levels 1-4. Children will acquire and develop the proper progression of skills through

various apparatus including: beam and balancing stones, mini-high bar, mat shapes, spring board, mini tram-

polines, and numerous components emphasizing gross motor and skill development. Knucklebones prides

itself on engaging children through cooperative play in a carefully designed circuit of gymnastic activities.

A minimum of 8 is required to run this program.


Dates: Session 1: January 8—February 5; Session 2: February 26—March 25

Days: Sundays

Times: Ages 2—4: 9—9:45am

Ages 4—6: 10—10:45am

Location: Town Hall Gym


Cost: $70 until January 1/February 19; $80 as of January 2/February 20

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Winter Wednesdays

Ever wonder what to do with all that extra energy your preschooler has during the winter? This drop-off class

will provide an active and creative outlet that will help burn off that energy and provide you some much needed

downtime. Each week, kids will enjoy interactive games, free play on the gym equipment, and hand-on activi-

ties including making a snack together! This class will provide your child with a weekly winter play date that is

sure to entertain! (All snacks will be nut-free.) Minimum 5, max of 10.

Ages: 3-5 years old (must be potty trained)

Days: Wednesdays

Dates: Session 1: January 18—February 8

Session 2: February 29—March 21

Time: 1-2:30pm

Location: Southwest Recreation Center, 38 Southwest Cutoff


Fee/Session: $60 until January 11/February 22; $70 as of January 12/February 23

Mixed Age Move and Groove

Come sing, dance, and play with rhythm sticks, egg shakers, and drums with your child. Listen and move to

recorded music of many styles and countries, participate in guided movement activities, and learn rhythm and

tonal patterns that will lay down the foundation for a pathway to musical literacy. Music enhances all aspects of

learning, come join the fun! Minimum of 8, max of 10.

Ages: 1—4

Dates: Session 1: January 11—February 15

Session 2: February 29—April 4

Days: Wednesdays

Time: 9:30am—10:15am

Instructor: Beth Anderson, Appletree Arts



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Preschool Gymnastics with Mass Gymnastics

Each week offers a new and exciting theme such as: Letters and Numbers, Nature, Circus, Forwards and Back-

wards and more!! These classes will allow children to use their imaginations while improving all components of

fitness and the fundamentals of gymnastics. Each class is divided into three segments: the first segment is a

musical warm-up that includes running, jumping, skipping and stretching; the second segment is an obstacle

course on our spring floor, teaching the basics for handstands, cartwheels, and somersaults; the third segment

combines specialized preschool equipment along with standard Olympic apparatus to establish a foundation in

all the gymnastics events. Parent participation is not required. *****Please note you can only register for this

program twice through the Recreation Department, then you need to register through Mass Gymnastics directly

if planning to continue.

Ages: 3 and 4 year olds

Days: Wednesdays

Dates: January 11—March 14, skip February 22 (9 weeks)

Time: 10:15—11am

Location: Mass Gymnastics, Otis St. Westborough

Fee: $110 until January 4, $120 as of January 5

Pre-K Cook & Create

Come cook and create together! You and your child will love using kid-safe kitchen tools to measure, mix and

bake a variety of tasty treats. We will also be creating a fun craft each week. This hands-on fun will nourish

their creativity (and stomachs) and foster their imagination!! (All recipes will be nut free!) Minimum of 5, Max

of 8.

Ages: 2-5 years old

Days: Tuesdays

Dates: Session 1: January 24—February 14 (4 weeks)

Session 2: February 28—March 20 (4 weeks)

Time: 9:30am—10:30am




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Activities for Toddlers &

Preschoolers Tumble Tots

Children and parents participate together in a 45-minute class once a week. Each week offers a new and excit-

ing theme such as: Letters and Numbers, Nature, Circus, Forwards and Backwards and more!! These classes

will allow you to help your child learn listening skills, balancing, jumping, and basic gymnastics. Each class is

divided into three segments: the first segment is a musical warm-up that includes running, hopping, galloping

and gymnastics positions; the second segment is an obstacle course on our spring floor, teaching the basics

for handstands, cartwheels, and somersaults; and the third segment combines specialized preschool equip-

ment along with standard Olympic apparatus to establish a foundation in all the gymnastics events. Maximum

of 8 children. *****Please note you can only register for this program twice through the Recreation Depart-

ment, then you need to register through Mass Gymnastics directly.

Ages: 18 months—3 years old

Days: Wednesdays

Dates: January 11—March 14, skip February 22 (9 weeks)

Time: 10:15—11am

Location: Mass Gymnastics, Otis St. Westborough


Parent/Tot Swim

Adult participation is required. The goal of this program is to help develop swimming readiness by leading par-

ents and their children in water exploration activities with the objective of having fun and becoming comfort-

able in, on and around the water. Max of 10 children.

Ages: 1-3 years old

Days: Saturdays

Dates: January 7—March 17 (Skip February 25), 10 weeks

Times: 10:30am—11am

Location: Westboro Swim And Tennis, 35 Chauncy Street, Westboro

Cost: $185 until December 31, $195 as of January 1

Pizza and Play!

Attention Parents! A new twist on an old favorite! Do you find it difficult to have play time during the week with

your little one? Join us on Wednesday evenings for pizza and play! Preschoolers love open play at our South-

west Rec Center and parents love to have a night off from cooking. We will order up a pizza supper, while you

and your child play with our gymnastics equipment, toys, trains, ride-ons toys, balls, and more! A minimum of

8 children must be registered per day in order to run this event; max of 15.


Day: Thursday

Dates: January 12, 26, February 9, March 1, 15, 29

Times: 5—7pm

Cost: $8/child /night ($5 for siblings), parents eat free!

Location: Southwest Recreation Center, 38 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough

Preschool/Toddler Playtime (Drop-off!)

NEW! Drop your preschooler/toddler off with us for a morning full of FUN! This four week program will give

your young ones time for socialization with other children, and even a break for you! Nut-free snacks will be

provided. Activities will include gym games, play time on the playground outside of Town Hall (weather permit-

ting), arts & crafts, as well as supervised free play in our Rec Center, which has lots of toys, blocks, games, and

more! Children do not need to be potty trained. Please send your child with diapers and a change of clothing, if

necessary. Minimum of 5, max of 8.

Ages: 2.5—5 years old

Day: Fridays

Dates: Session 1: January 20—February 10 (4 weeks)

Session 2: March 2—30, skipping March 16 (4 weeks)

Times: 9—11am

Location: Town Hall Gym & Rec Center, 63 Main Street

Instructor: Recreation Preschool Staff

Cost: $65 for first child/$50 siblings when signing up no later than one week in advance,

$75 for first child/$60 siblings within one week of program starting

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Beasties Art Class

This fun and imaginative program is designed to increase students‘ awareness in creating characters, learning

to express themselves through an art form, and to learn basic techniques for developing their own individual

characters. Students will get to choose several ―Beastie‖ characters from Mr. LaChance‘s expansive collection to

draw and will also create their own ―Beastie‖ character to share with others. Materials will be provided. Kids

who have taken this class are welcome to take it again and add even more characters to their own collection!

Minimum of 10, max of 20.

Grades: 3—5

Lincoln St: Tuesdays, January 10—February 28 (skip Jan. 17 & Feb. 21), 3:30—4:30 Zeh: Thursdays, January 12—February 16, 3—4pm

Instructor: Ray LaChance

Cost: $85 until one week before program starts, $95 within one week of program starting

Arctic Adventures with the Worcester Art Museum

Enjoy the magic of winter through explorations in paint, collage, sculpture and more. Study the people and ani-

mals of the Arctic region with instructors from the Worcester Art Museum. All materials will be included. Mini-

mum of 10, max of 12.

Grades: 3—5

Zeh School: Mondays, January 9—February 27 (skip January 16 & February 20), 3-4pm

Peaslee: Tuesdays, January 10—February 28 (skip January 17), 3:30-4:30pm

Lincoln St: Wednesdays, January 11—February 15, 3:30-4:30pm

Proctor: Thursdays, January 12—February 16, 3-4pm

Instructor: Worcester Art Museum instructors


Northborough Recreation’s After School programming takes place right after school in each of

Northborough’s four public schools. Kids enrolled in an after school program at their school will be

dismissed to the program location at their school. Children from other schools are welcome to sign

up, but please note that we are unable to provide transportation.

Chess

Chess Wizards is a premier chess education company providing fun, informative and challenging chess lessons

to students. The mission of Chess Wizards is to improve students‘ logic, concentration and critical thinking

skills while introducing students to the magical world of chess. Chess Wizards teaches children many important

life concepts, such as learning the ability to win graciously and accept defeat with dignity and sportsmanship.

All of students will be divided into groups according to their chess experience. Minimum of 10, max of 20.

Grades: 3—5

Lincoln St: Mondays, January 9—March 12 (skip January 16 & February 20), 3:30–4:30pm

Zeh School: Tuesdays, January 10—March 13 (skip January 17 & February 21), 3—4pm

Proctor: Wednesdays, January 11—March 7 (skip February 22), 3—4pm

Peaslee: Fridays, January 13—March 9 (skip February 24), 3:30-4:30pm

Instructor: Chess Wizards


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Middle Schoolers only

Join us after school for this fun cooking class. You will learn how to prepare, cook and eat all types of great

food. All of the recipes will be a combination of healthy and tasty foods. We will even dabble in international

flavors. Recipes may include: chicken teriyaki and vegetables, healthy buffalo chicken fingers, pork and pea-

pod stir fry, and more. You will also learn about the ‗super foods‘ which will help your body grow strong.


Grades: 6—8

Days: Thursdays

Dates: January 12—March 1, skip February 9 & February 23, 6 weeks

Times: 2:30—3:30pm (kids can take the late bus home)

Instructor: David Chin


Location: Melican Middle School cafeteria

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Students take on real-life engineering challenges that explore concepts in physics, architecture, mechanical and

structural engineering with over 100,000 pieces of LEGO materials. From racecars to battletracks, this is a

hands-on aMinimum of 6, max of 12.nd minds-on adventure suitable for LEGO novices to maniacs! Designed

by engineers, the curriculum challenges both new and returning students to reach the next level of engineering

comprehension, all while having fun. Minimum of 10, max of 16.

Grades: 3—5

Zeh: Mondays, January 9-March 12 (skip Jan. 16 and Feb. 20), 3—4:30pm

Proctor: Thursdays, January 12-March 8 (skip Feb. 23), 3—4:30pm

Instructor: Play-Well TEKnologies

Cost: $150 until one week before program begins, $160 within one week of program beginning

Hip Hop

An upbeat class set to today‘s music! Everyone will learn fun, funky moves. Kids will do a standing and sitting

warm-up and learn some across-the-floor combinations and a routine that will be built upon during the 5

weeks. Please be sure to send your child with water! Minimum of 8, max of 12.

Grades: 1—5

Peaslee: Tuesdays, January 10 – February 14 (skip January 17), 3:30-4:15pm

Zeh: Wednesdays, January 11 – February 8, 3-3:45pm

Proctor: Tuesdays, February 28 – March 27, 3-3:45

Lincoln St.: Thursdays, March 1 – 29, 3:30-4:15pm

Instructor: Becky Marrone


Paint Your Own Pottery

Looking for a creative and relaxing outlet for your child? PYOP Studio makes it easy for kids to create treasures

that will last forever! All materials will be provided. In this session, kids will learn different painting tech-

niques to create their masterpieces, including paper blocking, dot on dot, taping, image transfer, and stamp-

ing. Pieces will be ready for pick up at PYOP Studio shortly after the session has ended. Minimum of 10, max

of 20.

Grades: K—5

Lincoln St.: Thursdays, January 12—February 9, 3:30—4:30pm

Zeh: Fridays, January 13—February 10, 3—4pm

Proctor: Thursdays, March 1—March 29, 3—4pm

Instructor: Paint Your Own Pottery staff


Have Northborough Recreation run your child‘s next birthday party!

Preschool Parties are for children turning 2—5 years old, and are held at our 38 Southwest Cutoff facility. 1

staff member, 15 kids max, with a parent, options include cooking, crafting, games & more!

Youth Parties are for children turning 5—12 years old, and are held at the Town Hall Gym & Rec Center. 2 staff

members, 20 kids max (more can be added for an additional fee). Options include gym games, sports

games, arts & crafts, gymnastics, & more!

Call 508/393-5034 to check availability and book your child‘s party,

or go to www.northboroughrecreation.com and search under ‗birthday parties‘ for more information.

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Little Hoopsters (Basketball Fundamentals) This co-ed program has been designed to teach the fundamental skills of basketball in a fun, co-operative envi-ronment. Participants will be taught the proper way to catch, dribble, pass, and shoot the ball. Individual skill development is the main focus of this program. Equipment will be provided, but be sure to come with water. Grades: K—3 Days ThursdaysDates: January 5—February 9 Time: 4:15pm—5:15pm Location: Town Hall Gym, 63 Main Street Instructors: Marty Murphy Cost: $60 until December 30, $70 as of December 31

Tennis Lessons In these six-week sessions, come learn the basics of tennis or enhance the skills you already possess. All lessons will take place on indoor courts. Equipment is available upon request. Space is limited to only six spots per level, so be sure to sign up early!Ages: 7 years old and up Dates: Session 1: January 8—February 12, Session 2: February 19—April 1 (skip February 26) Times: See below; depends on skill level Days: Sundays Location: Westboro Swim & Tennis Club, 35 Chauncy Street, Westboro Cost: $120 until January 5/February 12, $130 as of January 6/February 13 SKILL LEVELS:Beginner’s: 5:30pm-6:30pm: You will work on developing basic form, stroke mechanics and footwork. Some mini-tennis rallying at a slow pace will also be included. No prior experience is necessary. Advanced Beginner’s: 6:30pm-7:30pm: Advanced Beginners will develop more consistency on shots, power and directional intent. Students in this class should have a prior understanding of how to sustain a rally of slow to moderate pace from the baseline. This class will practice basic singles and doubles positioning and will learn to play a game. Intermediate: 7:30pm-8:30pm: Students in this class will learn how to use spin and power to improve their game. Students in this class should have a prior understanding of basic positioning, be able to put first and second serves into play, and get to the net using an approach shot, split step and volley.

Gymnastics This gymnastics program is for boys and girls ages 5-7 and 8-11. Children participate in a 1-hour class once per week and are grouped by age. Our recreational classes incorporate a 15 minute warm-up followed by 45 minutes of instructional training on floor, beam, bars, vault, trampoline, and pit. At MGC, we have designed our program for Northborough Recreation as an introduction to gymnastics with an emphasis on fitness, fun and safety. At the end of 2 sessions, children should be able to successfully transition into our regular class program. An evalua-tion would determine the appropriate level should the child want to pursue gymnastics further. *****Please note you can only register for this program twice through the Recreation Department, then you need to register through Mass Gymnastics directly. Ages: 5—7 Dates: January 14—March 17(9 weeks) Days: Saturdays Time: 1:30pm—2:30pm Location: Mass Gymnastics Center, Otis Street, Westborough Cost: $135 until January 7, $145 as of January 8

Fencing Are you looking for a kids’ activity that’s more than just physical? Put a sword in your child’s hand and watch what happens in this dynamic and engaging class. Fencing emphasizes strategy, focus, and sportsmanship, all while giving a great workout. No experience is required, and all equipment is provided free of charge. Minimum of 6, max of 10. Grades: 6—8 Dates: January 10—February 14 Days: Tuesdays Times: 4:30—5:30pm Location: Town Hall Gym Instructor: Moniteur Douglas Jacobs www.worcesterfencing.com Cost: $120 until January 3, $130 as of January 4

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Teen Yoga

Teens today are more stressed than ever with pressure from academics and social situations as well as extracur-

ricular activities! Yoga can help students relax, focus, and take a little time away from it all. This beginner level

class will move through a flow of poses that will strengthen and stretch your body. Yoga can burn calories and

improve the mind/body connection, resulting in increased body awareness and improved self-confidence. Regular

yoga students can experience improved posture, a better quality of sleep, and less anxiety.

Ages: 12—17

Day: Mondays

Dates: January 9—March 5 (8 weeks, skip February 20)

Times: 5pm—5:55pm

Location: The Core Connection, 290 West Main Street, Northborough, www.thecoreconnection.com


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Tumbling for Cheering

Beginner – This class is designed for those of you who are just starting out in tumbling & cheerleading. Introduc-

tory to tumbling positions, drills, and movements such as tuck, straddle, bridge, handstand, forward roll, and

cartwheel along with some strengthening and flexibility. A student will begin to develop a basic comprehension

of a standing back handspring. Proper form and technique is stressed regardless of age and is required to move

up in level. There are no pre-requisites for this class level.

Intermediate – This class is designed to help the student further develop and achieve their standing and round-

off series back handsprings. Positions and various drills are used to develop body awareness, strength, and

proper tumbling form. As pre-requisites, a student must be able to perform a bridge, a handstand, and a cart-

wheel, all with good form and control, on their own. A student must also have a basic comprehension of a stand-

ing back handspring.

Ages: Beginners (6—12 years) Intermediate (8—12 years)

Dates: January 14—March 17

Days: Saturdays

Time: 1:30pm—2:30pm (both classes are offered at the same time)


Location: Mass Gymnastics Center, Otis Street & Route 9

Volleyball

for Beginners and Advanced Players Beginners: This clinic will help children learn the beginning skills, techniques, and rules of volleyball. Starting with

soft Rhino Skin balls, slowly moving up to official weight and size volleyballs, participants will engage in learning

everything from passing and hitting, to setting and serving skills. We‘ll further engage in aspects of game play and

conclude the clinic playing full games, complete with keeping points and high-fiving all around. Sneakers required.


Advanced: This clinic will help players advance their training of different techniques and the rules of volleyball.

Participants will engage in learning team defense, various serves, rotations and offensive play calls as well as con-

tinue to develop their existing fundamentals. Players will engage in a high level of competitive volleyball as the

clinic progresses. We‘ll also continue to explore different aspects of game play and conclude the clinic playing

competitive games. Sneakers and proper athletic attire are required. Minimum of 10, max of 20.

Ages: 8—13

Days: Mondays

Dates: Session 1: January 9—February 13 (skip January 16)

Session 2: February 27—March 26

Times: Beginners: 5—6pm, Advanced: 6:15—7:15pm




Theater

This 5-week course is a fun, interactive learning experience where your child will learn all aspects of performing

on and off the stage. All actors are called to the full 2-hour rehearsals each week. This session‘s performance

will be ‗Who‘s Under My Bridge?‘, an adaptation of the story ‗Three Billy Goats Gruff‘. Please have your child

bring a nut-free snack and water.

Grades: K—8

Days: Fridays

Dates: January 20—February 17

Times: 4:30—6:30pm

Location: Town Hall Gym, 63 Main Street, Northborough


Instructors: Zac & Tania Taylor, Skyrise Children‘s Theater

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Belly Dancing (Advanced)

Come learn the art of ―belly dancing by shimmying your way through the seasons with a great way of express-

ing your femininity while getting a good workout!‖ Not for beginners, advanced only. To find a class for be-

ginners, go to www.gypsymoondancecompany.com. Minimum of 7, max of 15.

Ages: 16 and up

Dates: January 18—March 7 (8 weeks)

Time: 7-8pm

Location: Southwest Rec Center, 38 Southwest Cutoff, Northborough Instructor: Gypsy Phillips


Body Sculpting for Women

Women‘s strength training program designed to tone and strengthen muscles and improve posture using free

weights and your own body resistance. Bring water. Minimum of 7, max of 20.

Ages: 14 to adult

Days: Sundays

Dates: January 8—March 11 (skip February 12)

Time: 7-8pm


Instructor: Sharon Pugsley


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Yoga (Gentle)

Yoga is an ancient practice uniting mind, body, and spirit. This hatha yoga class moves at a slow and gentle

pace and is geared toward beginners and those who are looking for a yoga with less focus on a vigorous pace.

You'll enjoy all the benefits of yoga including increased strength, flexibility and balance as well as enhanced

focus and stress reduction. Please bring a yoga mat and eye pillow and blanket if desired. Max is 14.

Days: Mondays

Times: 6—7pm

Schedule: December 19—March 19, skip December 26, January 2, 16, February 20 (10 weeks)

Location: Southwest Rec Center, 38 Southwest Cutoff (route 20), Northborough

Instructor: Teresa Iapalucci

Cost: $95 until December 12, $105 as of December 13

Yoga (Hatha)

This class incorporates yoga postures and yogic breathing—flowing at a moderate pace. In addition, relaxation

and meditative techniques are infused in the class. Yoga helps enhance your strength, balance, flexibility and

well-being. It is also an excellent method to reduce stress. Please bring a yoga mat, eye pillow and blanket if

desired.

Days: Mondays or Fridays

Schedule: December 19—March 19, skip December 26, January 2, 16, February 20 (10 weeks)

Fridays: January 6—March 16 (skip February 24)

Times: Mondays: 7—8:15pm

Fridays: 7:15—8:15am

Location: Mondays: SW Rec Center, 38 Southwest Cutoff (route 20), Northborough, ground floor

Friday: Town Hall Gym, 63 Main Street, Northborough

Instructor: Teresa Iapalucci

Cost: $105 until January 1, $ 115 as of January 2

Country Line Dancing

Line dancing is a fun, low impact way to exercise! New dances will be taught each week while also reviewing

dances already taught. All types of music will be used. Wear comfortable clothing and shoes with light tread.


Days: Sundays

Times: 5:30—6:30pm

Schedule: Session 1: January 8—February 12; Session 2: February 26 - April 1


Instructor: Mary Keller


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brochures a year: Winter, Spring/Summer and Fall. We mail these brochures to each household in

Northborough. In addition, our brochure is avail-able on the front page of our website throughout the duration of it’s circulation. If you are inter-ested in advertising in our Spring/Summer bro-

chure, please contact our office at 508/393-5034, or email: [email protected]. The deadline to advertise in the Spring/Summer brochure is tentatively scheduled for February 1. Contact us if you want to increase exposure and

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