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Inside: Classes and Sports for Kids of all ages! Talladega Frights is Back! Santa Returns to NOR for the Children’s Christmas Parade! Over 40 Sports, Classes and Activities Inside! FALL / WINTER FUN! Events, Sports and Programs for the Whole Family September through December 2009 Talladega Frights NOR Christmas Parade Tot Soccer Cheerleading

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Page 1: Fall/Winter Fun 2009

Inside:Classes and Sports for Kids of all ages!Talladega Frights is Back!Santa Returns to NOR for the Children’s Christmas Parade!Over 40 Sports, Classes and Activities Inside!

Fall/Winter Fun! Events, Sports and Programs for the Whole Family

September through December 2009

Talladega Frights

NOR Christmas Parade

Tot Soccer

Cheerleading

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NOR Halloween Fright Shop for Kids 7-10yrs old

Join the Fun With your Whole Family!

The Fear Returns to Fruitvale Norris Park

This October!www.TalladegaFrights.com

Sell your stuff at theGreenacres Community Yardsale

Clean out your garage and make extra cash!

Each parking space is only $15.

Refreshments sold by VFW Post #10859.

call 392-2010 for more inforegister early! Spaces go quickly.

Saturday, October 3 7am to 11am Greenacres Parking Lot

Get your little ghosts and goblins ready for the “witching hour” with this crafts class specifically designed for Halloween! Kids will create some fun and spooky crafts to keep for the big day!

Class is ONLY $15 per child!

Saturday, October 2410:00 - 11:30am

Greenacres Community Centercall 392-2010 for more info

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NOR Halloween Fright Shop for Kids 7-10yrs old

register For classes and programs online at

WWW.norFun.org

FALL SCHEDULE oF FLICKS

Spend your family movie night with us!

Bring the whole family and join us for a FREE movie in the park.

Brought to you by

Date Movie LocationSaturday, September 5

CARS(Rated G)

Emerald Cove Park4303 Patton Way

Friday, September 25

Madigascar: Escape 2 Africa(Rated PG)

North Meadows Park3300 McCray Street

Call 392-2000 for more info

Weekdays, November 30 to December 115:30pm to 9pmSign-ups begin November 9th after 9am!

Have Santa visit your kids for FREE! Santa only has about 5 to 10 minutes at each house, so please plan accordingly!

Call 392-2020, Monday through Friday, 9am to 5pm to make reservations. All reservations are on a first come first served basis as this is Santa’s busiest season!

call 392-2020to reserve a time

Have Santa Visit Your Home for FREE!*

Sign-upS begin november 9th after 9am!

*District Residents Only

Visits Begin November 30th. SIgN UP EARly, the spots go fast!

Priority is given to kids 8 and under.

available to district residents only!

Movies Start at Dusk

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call 392-2030 for more detailsor visit www.norfun.org

MAKE IT YOUR FAMILY TRADITION!!!Please join us for this holiday tradition. We encourage floats, bicycles, roller skates and precision marching groups. All entries must be propelled by people power.

Attention Oildale Community Members, Past & Present:Immediately following the parade, join us on North Chester Avenue to be a part of the Oildale Centennial Community photo. Form a group with friends and family and find a unique way to stand out in a crowd. Photos will be available for purchase and all proceeds will go to the Oildale Centennial Committee.

Saturday, Dec. 12, at 10amNorth Chester Avenue

Join us for the 37th Annual

FREE FOR EVERYONE!

Join the Fun With your Whole Family!

ChristmasParade09

Interested in Entering your group or family in the Parade?If your group would like to participate in the parade contact Diane Hooper at 392-2030.

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Adult Sports LeaguesYou don’t quit playing because you get old... You get old because you quit playing!

Fall 2009League Fee Registration Manager’s

MeetingLeague Start Days Game Times Locations

5-on-5 Basketball $485/ Team, $25 Late Fee

August 11to Sept. 8 Sept. 8 Sept. 21

Monday tthough Thursday

6-10pm Standard Gym,Riverview Gym,

Coed Volleyball $335/ Team, $25 Late Fee

June 23to July 6 July 6 July 27 Tuesday,

Thursday 6-10pm Riverview Gym, Standard Gym

Slow Pitch Softball Men & Coed

$450/ Team, $25 Late Fee

August 4to August 24 August 24 Sept. 8

Sunday through Friday

Weekday Games:6-10pmSunday Games:4-10pm

N. Rosedale Park

for more information, call 392-2000 or visit our website: www.NORfun.org

Saturday, Dec. 12, at 10amNorth Chester Avenue

register For classes and programs online at

WWW.norFun.org

NORth Pole Holiday KickoffTuesday, December 15th, 5:00 - 7:30pmat Greenacres Park - FREE for Everyone!Join NOR and the Bakersfield Symphony Masterworks Chorale for this FREE party in the Park. We’ll have a tree lighting ceremony, drink hot cocoa, eat cookies, and listen to wonderful holiday music from the Bakersfield Masterworks Chorale. The event starts at 5 and the concert starts at 6.

Call 392-2020 for more information.

Messiah Concert / Christmas ConcertThe Bakersfield Symphony Masterworks Chorale will be performing the 77th annual Messiah Concert / Christmas Concert on Saturday, December 5th at the Harvey Auditorium. Tickets are available for $20 (adults) and $10 (students).

Winter 2010League Fee Registration Manager’s

MeetingLeague Start Days Game Times Locations

Coed Volleyball $335/ Team, $25 Late Fee

Nov. 17 to Dec. 15 Dec. 15 Jan. 12 Tuesday,

Thursday 6-10pm Riverview Gym, Standard Gym

Indoor Soccer $325/ Team, $25 Late Fee

Nov. 17 to Dec. 16 Dec. 16 Jan. 9 Saturday,

Sunday 4-10pm Greenacres Gym

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Join the Fun With your Whole Family!

ToT Soccer

Westdale Park, 15400 Westdale Dr.Age 3 - 9:00 to 9:45am

Age 4 - 10:00 to 10:45amAge 5 & 6 - 11:00am to 11:45am

North Meadows Park, 3300 McCray St.Age 3 & 4 - 2:00 to 2:45pmAge 5 & 6 - 3:00 to 3:45pm

This program teaches children a variety of soccer skills including: dribbling, kicking and passing, trapping, throw-ins, and running/agility. Teamwork is emphasized in this program. Children will learn how to play soccer in a FUN, non-threatening environment. Parent participation is required. A field instructor will be assigned to each team to assist parents in implementation of drills.

Fee: $54/$49 resident feeSaturdays, Aug. 22, 29, Sept. 12, 19, 26

Call 392-2000 for more info

for boys & girls ages 3-6Please register early!

These classes fill up very quickly!2 Locations to Choose From!

Greenacres Community Center Age 3 - 9:00am to 9:45amAge 4 - 10:00am to 10:45amAge 5 & 6 - 11:00am to 11:45am

Fee: $54/$49 resident feeSaturdays, Nov. 14, 21, Dec. 5, 12, 19

Call 392-2000 for more info

This program teaches children a variety of basketball skills including: dribbling, passing, shooting, rebounding and running/agility. Teamwork is emphasized in this program. Children will learn how to play basketball in a FUN, non-threatening environment. Parent participation is required. A court instructor will be assigned to each team to assist parents in implementation of drills.

Your tot will learn how to play basketball in a FUN, non-threatening environment!Tot Basketball

for Boys & Girls 3-6 years old

Participants must meet age requirement by last day of class, Dec. 19.

Beardsley Jr. High Age 3 & 4 - 2:00pm to 2:45pmAge 5 & 6 - 3:00pm to 3:45pm

This program teaches children a variety of football skills including: throwing, catching, pulling flags, running/agility, and kicking/punting. Teamwork is emphasized in this program. Children will learn how to play football in a FUN, non-threatening environment.

Parent participation is required. A field instructor will be assigned to each team to assist parents in implementation of drills.

Fee: $54/$49 resident fee

Saturdays, Oct. 10, 17, 24, 31, Nov. 7Almondale Park, 5501 Verdugo Lane

Age 3 - 1:00 to 1:45pmAge 4 - 2:00 to 2:45pm

Age 5 & 6 - 3:00 to 3:45pm

ToT Flag FootballToT Flag Football for Boys & Girls 3-6 years old

Call 392-2000 for more info Participants must meet age requirement by last day of class, Nov. 7.

Participants must meet age requirement by last day of class, Sept. 26.

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register For classes and programs online at

WWW.norFun.org

register now at greenacres Community Center, 2014 Calloway Drive, 392-2010 or at the District Office at 405 Galaxy Avenue, 392-2000

Call the Kidz Love Soccer Rain-Out Hotline at 1-800-871-2275

WednesdaysSeptember 16

to november 11

Mommy/Daddy&Me (age 2 to 3.5)Tot Soccer (age 3.5 to 4)Tot Soccer (age 3.5 to 4)Pre-Soccer (age 4 to 5)Pre-Soccer (age 4 to 5)Soccer 1 (age 5 to 6)Soccer 2 (age 7 to 8)Soccer 3 (age 9 to 12)

8:45 - 9:15am9:30 - 10:00am2:10 - 2:40pm

10:00 - 10:35am2:40 - 3:15pm3:15 - 4:00pm4:00 - 4:45pm4:00 - 5:00pm

Liberty Park11225

Brimhall Rd.

DAY CLASS TIME LOCATION

fee: $104/$94 resident fee

For children ages 2 to 12 years old. Your child will learn speed dribbling, multi-directional dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, and much more. The emphasis is on sportsmanship, effort, learning, and fun in a non-competitive environment.

Kidz Love Soccer, Inc.

Kidz

Love S occer

,Inc.

SaturdaysSeptember 19

to november 21

Mommy/Daddy&Me (age 2 to 3.5)Tot/Pre Soccer (age 3.5 to 5)Soccer 1 (age 5 to 6)Soccer 2 (age 7 to 8)

2:10 - 2:40pm2:45 - 3:20pm3:20 - 4:05pm4:05 - 4:50pm

Westdale Park15400

Westdale Dr.

Tennis Time @ Westdale Park

These classes are for all ages from Mighty Mites (ages 4-5), to Beginners (ages 6 to 12), High School and Adults. Lessons stress skill development through progressive learning, good manners, and tennis etiquette. Racket and balls are furnished. Sessions are 6 weeks with make-up classes available.

15400 Westdale Dr.Register at Greenacres

Community Center (2014 Calloway Drive)

Call 392-2010 for more information

Session: Beginning the week of September 8 through week of October 18Junior Development

Beginners Tuesday 4 to 5:30pm $52/42 resident fee

Mighty Mights Tuesday 5:45 to 6:30pm $40/30 resident fee

Beginners Saturday 11am to 12:30pm $52/42 resident fee

Adv. Beginners Saturday 12:30 to 2pm $52/42 resident fee

Adult and High School ClassesBeginners Thursday 7 to 8pm $40/30 resident fee

Advanced Drills Tuesday 6:30 to 8pm $52/42 resident fee

Advanced Drills Sunday 1:00 to 2:30pm $52/42 resident fee

Call 392-2010 for more information

Session: Beginning the week of October 24 through week of December 6Junior Development

Beginners Saturday 11am to 12:30pm $52/42 resident fee

Adv. Beginners Saturday 12:30 to 2pm $52/42 resident fee

Adult and High School ClassesBeginners Saturday 2 to 3pm $40/30 resident fee

Advanced Drills Sunday 1 to 2:30pm $52/42 resident fee

(No class on Nov. 7 or 8)

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$26 per month (one class per week)

For information, contact Master Earl Absher at 588-3217

Master Earl Absher, 7th degree black belt, teaches a combination of Tae Kwon Do, Karate, and self-defense for ages 3 to adult. Practical “real life” self protection program for all students. Goals are to teach self-defense, stranger dangers, and safety awareness, with an emphasis on respect and discipline. Year round program, sign up any time!

TuesdaysBeginners/White Belts: 6:00-6:45pmYellow Belts: 6:45-7:25pmOrange Belts & Above: 7:30-8:10pmGreenacres Community Center2014 Calloway Drive

Karate/Self-Defense For Kids by Order of the Dragon

FridaysBeginners/White Belts: 6:00-6:45pmYellow Belts: 6:45-7:25pmOrange Belts & Above: 7:30-8:10pmGreenacres Community Center2014 Calloway Drive

SaturdaysBeginners/White Belts: 9:30-10:10amYellow Belts: 10:15-10:55amOrange Belts & Above: 11:00-11:40amGreenacres Community Center2014 Calloway Drive

ages 3 to adult

jazzercise.com(800)F I T - I S - I T

Triple play –cardio

StrengthStretch

call Denise Schneiter

at 589-8950for information

Everything a body needs for fitness: Aerobic conditioning, strength training and stretching.Features lively routines and choreography that is always new and exciting. Ages 16 and up.

Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays5:15 to 6:15pmGreenacres Center

Saturdays8:30 to 9:30amFruitvale-Norris Bldg.

Only $37 per month!

True Tai-ChiMondays, 7-8pm

Come experience the true and traditional methods of Tai Chi for optimum health and healthy living.

This class will focus on the “10,000 Methods of Tai Chi”, instead of the 24 movement or 48 movement short form.

Come check this unique class out! For adults 18 and older.

Riverview Community Center(401 Willow Drive)

develop speed& great power

$39/$29 resident fee Call 392-2020 for more info

&Sportsfor kids ages 3 to 5

Your kids will have a great time playing indoor games with a twist. Includes soccer, t-ball, basketball, relay races, tag games, and more!

Thursdays, 11:30am - 12:15pmSession 1: Sept. 17 - Oct. 8Session 2: Oct. 15 - Dec. 5

Fee: $40/$35 district residentsFor more info, call 392-2010

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register For classes and programs online at

WWW.norFun.org

Mommy & Me: (1 hour class) This class is for children under the age of 4. Parents are urged to become involved and interact with the children. This class is designed to show children the basic fundamentals of gymnastics. [4 separate classes]Tuesday: 2-3pm, Thursday: 10-11am & 2-3pm, Saturday: 10-11am

Kinder gym: (1 hour) This class is for children 4-6 years old. Fundamentals of gymnastics are taught. Classes include: balance beam, floor, rings, and games. [4 separate classes]Tuesday: 3-4pm, Thursday: 11am-12pm & 3-4pm, Saturday: 11am-12noon

Girls Level One: (1 hour) This class is for children 6-10 years of age. This is a beginners class. Children are taught the fundamentals of gymnastics and are working on their way to level two. Class includes: bars, floor, vault, and balance beam. [3 separate classes] Tuesday 4-5pm, Thursday 6-7pm, Saturday 12-1pm

Girls Level Two: (1 hour) This class is for children 6-12 years old. This is a more advanced class. Level one is needed to advance to level two. Classes include: bars, floor, vault, beam. [3 separate classes]Tuesday 5-6pm, Thursday 6-7, Saturday 1-2pm

Boys Level One: (1 hour) This class is for young boys (6-10 years old) that want to continue with gymnastics. Kinder gym is encouraged, but not a requirement. Class includes: vault, rings, floor, and bars. [2 separate classes]Tuesday 6-7pm, Saturday 4-5pm

Tumbling Level One: (1 hour) Ages: 6-10. This class is designed for children that want to learn how to tumble but do not want to learn everything about gymnastics. (This is a good class for beginning cheer). Children will learn the fundamentals for tumbling (cartwheels, headstand, forward/backwards rolls, etc.) [2 separate classes]Thursday 4-5pm, Saturday 3-4pm

Tumbling Level Two/Three: (1 hour) Ages: 8-12. This class is for more advanced students. Must take tumbling level one to continue to level two. Level two picks up where level one left off. (Cartwheels-both sides, round offs-both sides, back bends & bridge ups, etc.) [2 separate classes]Thursday 5-6pm, Saturday 3-4pm

Gymnastics 4 Kids with Stephanie Duncan

An affordable way to start your kids in gymnastics now!

We offer: 1. Professional Training 2. A fully equipped facility 3. Individualized attention 4. Tons of classes for kids

All for a fraction of the cost of other Gyms!

Enroll Today!Call 392-2020 for more info

COST-FOR ALL CLASSES:For 1 class per week:$44/$39 resident fee/month

For 2 classes per week: $64/$59 resident fee/month

Location: Classes are held at the Riverview Community Center, 401 Willow Dr.

CheerleadingCheerleadingCome and learn the fundamentals of cheer at a fraction of the cost of other gyms in town! Kids will learn age appropriate cheers, dances, and jumps. Uniforms and pom-poms can be purchased for an additional fee at the class. Non-competition cheer is offered in the fall and girls will be cheering at NOR Tackleball games. Competition cheer begins in December.

Sept-Nov. 2009(Take one or two classes per week)Monday and Wednesday Cheer 1 (5-7yrs): 4:00-5:30Cheer 2 (8yrs+): 4:00-5:30

Friday Recreational Cheer: 4:00-5:30

Dec. 2009-Apr. 2010(Must take two classes per week)Monday and Wednesday Cheer 1 (5-7yrs): 4:00-5:30Cheer 2 (8yrs+): 4:00-5:30

Friday Recreational Cheer: 4:00-5:30

call 392-2020 for info

Monthly Costs:Non-Competition Cheer (through November 2009 only, take one or two classes per week):1 class/week: $54/$49 resident fee2 classes/week: $74/$69 resident fee

Competition Cheer (December 2009-April 2010):2 classes/week: $74/$69 resident fee

Recreational Cheer (December 2009-April 2009):1 class/week: $54/$49 resident fee

Riverview Community Center, 401 Willow Drive

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Ballroom Dance Beginning I: Primary figures of six basic dances: Waltz, Foxtrot, Tango, Rumba, Swing, and Cha Cha. Mondays, 8 - 9pm or Wednesdays, 8:30 to 9:25pm

Ballroom Dance Beginning II: Concentrates on one dance per session, building on the material presented in Beginning I. In addition to the dances listed previously, learn Samba, Polka, Hustle, Nite Club Two Step, and more.Mondays, 6:45 - 7:45pm

All classes held at Greenacres Community CenterFor more information, contact

Barbara Bates at 322-5765 or call Greenacres at 392-2010

Monday ClassesSession I: Sept. 14 - Oct. 19 (6 week session)Session II: Oct. 26 - Nov. 30 (6 week session)Session III: Dec. 7 - Dec. 14 (2 week session)

Wednesday ClassesSession I: Sept. 16 - Oct. 21 (6 week session)Session II: Oct. 28 - Dec. 9 (6 week session)NO ClASS NOV. 25

6 week class fee: $44/$34 residents2 week class fee: $16/$11 residents

Barbara Bates

TOddlER dANCE (AGES 2 TO 5)Ballet and tap styles are used to build your child’s coordination, memory skills, sequencing, and confidence. Give your child an early start in learning how to interact with others in a group setting in these fun and unique classes. Classes start monthly.

FEE: $25/$20 resident fee

Toddler 1 (ages 2 to 3) Mondays, 10 to 10:45am

Toddler 1 (ages 2 to 3) Mondays, 11 to 11:45am Toddler 2 (ages 3 to 5) Mondays, 2 to 2:50pm

Toddler 3 (ages 3.5 to 5) Wednesdays, 3:30 to 4:15pm

CHildREN'S dANCE 1 (AGES 5.5 TO 8) An intro to Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Hip-Hop that will help develop coordination and memory skills and build self confidence in children ages 5.5 to 8. Classes start monthly.

FEE: $25/$20 resident fee

Mondays, 3 to 4pm

Mondays, 4 to 5pm

Thursdays, 3:30 to 4:30pm

CHildREN'S dANCE 2 (AGES 4.5 TO 9)An intro to Ballet, Tap, Jazz and Hip-Hop that will help develop coordination and memory skills and build self confidence in children ages 4.5 to 9. Students must audition for this class. Classes start monthly.

FEE: $40/$30 resident fee

Tuesdays, 3:30 to 5:30pm

PRE TEEN dANCE (AGES 8 TO 12)Pre Teens will learn Hip-Hop, Jazz, and Ballet. They will also choreograph their own moves and learn advanced moves in this class. Classes start monthly.

FEE: $25/$20 resident fee

Mondays, 5 to 6pm

TEEN JAzz dANCE (AGES 13 TO 17)Teens will learn Jazz, choreograph their own moves, and learn advanced moves.

FEE: $25/$20 resident fee

Tuesdays, 5:30 to 6:30pm

Classes are held year round at the Fruitvale-Norris Building (6221 Norris Road)

Call 392-2020 for info

Jammin’ Island Girl HAWAIIAN DANCE

Learn basic hand, body, and foot motions related to graceful Hawaiian dancing. You gain an understanding of body alignment, technique, dance moves, and culture. It’s relaxing, fun, and definitely exercise!

Tuesdays (ongoing class, start any time)

Beginners: 5:30-6:15pm Intermediate: 6:15-7:00pmAdvanced: 7:00-8:00pm.

Cost is $25/person, or $40/family.

at Riverview Community Center

call392-2020

for more info

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register For classes and programs online at

WWW.norFun.org

Dance Classes at the Rasmussen Center

Country LInE DanCIngLearn everything from the tush-push and Tulsa-time to the Chocolate City Hustle and Silver State Special. Tuesdays from 6:00 to 7:00pm, Beginners Class: 5:00-6:00pmFee: $5 per person, per class

CoupLEs DanCIngLearn couples dances, but you don’t need a partner to attend! Beginner two step & waltz classes - some swing & cha cha. Wednesdays from 9:00 to 10:00amFee: $2 per person or $3 per couple, per class

LInE DanCE VarIEtyThis is a high beginners to intermediate level class. The instructor follows the latest dance trends and teaches a little bit of everything with a variation of music. Thursdays from 1:30 to 2:30pmFee: $4 per person, per class

For people of all ages, dance classes are an ideal way to improve your fitness while having fun with friends or family! Choose from a variety of dance styles and times. Great fun for the whole family! Classes are held at The Rasmussen Center, 115 E. Roberts Lane.

For more info, call 392-2030

RIvERvIEW PARkDISC GOLF COURSETry this exciting sport similar to golf, played with “Frisbee” discs on our 18-hole disc golf course at Riverview Park. Call 392-2020 for more information.

RIvERvIEW OPEN GYMAges 18 and up can play pick-up basketball.FEE: $3 per personMon., Wed., Fri. 11:30am - 2pm

CLIMBING GYM HOURSBring your own shoes, chalk bag and harness. Must meet competency requirements.Monday, Tuesday, Friday8am - 8pmWednesday & Thursday8am - 5:30pmRiverview Community CenterOne-Time Certification: $10Annual Membership Card: $20Daily Use Fee: $2 w/ current Annual Membership Card

All classes held at Greenacres Community CenterFor more information, contact

Barbara Bates at 322-5765 or call 392-2010

Learn the most popular style of swing dancing for all ages in a supportive environment.

Wednesdays, 6:30 to 7:25pm Session I: Sept. 16 - Oct. 21 (6 week session)

Session II: Oct. 28 - Dec. 9 (6 week session)NO ClASS NOV. 25

6 week class fee: $44/$34 residents

Learn one of the hottest dances featured on Dancing with the Stars!

Wednesdays, 7:30 to 8:25pm Session I: Sept. 16 - Oct. 21 (6 week session)

Session II: Oct. 28 - Dec. 9 (6 week session)NO ClASS NOV. 25

6 week class fee: $44/$34 residents

Greenacres Community CenterFor more information, contact

Barbara Bates at 322-5765 or call 392-2010

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A hands-on adventure in rock climbing. You learn tying knots, climbing commands and signals. Each week you climb in Riverview's own specialized climbing gym, featuring 16 foot high walls with overhangs, cracks, pockets, edges, pinches, underclings, and slopers.

Intro: $60/$50 resident feeAdvanced: $30/$20 resident fee

(Annual membership card available to graduating students for $10)

Intro: Wednesdays, 6 - 7pmAdvanced: Thursdays, 6-8pm

Riverview Community Center

Special group classes available, call the Riverview Center at

392-2020 for more information.

Guitar LessonsLearn how to play the guitar in a relaxed group setting. Lessons for children 8 years through adults in 4 week sessions. Instruction by David Gamble. Register in advance at the Greenacres Community Center. Call 392-2010 for more information.

FEE: $40/$30 resident feeBeginner Classes: Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30pm

Intermediate ClassesTuesdays, 5:30-6:30pm

Advanced ClassesTuesdays, 4:30-5:30pm

Session 1 - Sept. 8-29Session 2 - Oct. 6-27Session 3 - Nov. 3-Dec. 1 (no class Nov. 24) Greenacres Community Center

New TOT ScienceNew TOT Sciencefor kids 3-5years

Children will do a different science experiment each week, they’ll even bake a grilled cheese sandwich in a make-shift oven.

Mondays,

11:30am to 12:15pm Session I: Sept. 14 - Oct. 5 Session II: Oct. 12 - Nov. 2

class fee: $30/$25 residents

Call 392-2010 for more info

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register For classes and programs online at

WWW.norFun.org

Cooking with Cora

Beginning Computer ClassLearn elementary computing skills, including:

Computer Operation BasicsWriting Letters

Using Your PrinterCreating Forms

Using The InternetSending E-mail

Learn in our NEW COMPUTER LAB!

Thursdays10am to 3:00pm

5 week seriesOctober 1, 8, 15, 22, 29

$30 for 5 weeks$6 per class

Classes held at The Rasmussen Center (115 E. Roberts Lane)

call 392-2030 for info

Your kids will learn their way around a kitchen during this two hour cooking event for kids ages 6 to 12. Students will create a yummy dish to take home and share with the whole family. Limited to the first 12 students to pre-register for each 1-day class.

FEE: $15Saturday 9:30 to 11:30am

September 19 - Cowboy PocketsOctober 24 - Halloween CupcakesNovember 21 - Thanksgiving Surprise!December 19 - Christmas Cookies

Greenacres Community Centercall 392-2010 for more information.

PIRATE WORKSHOP

FOR KIDS3-5 YEARS

ARRG Mateys! Cast the sail!We be on our way to sea!

Your little one can become a pirate in this crafts class. We will make pirate flags, hats, and boats and have a great time at Greenacres Community Center!

Mondays 12:30-1:15pm

$30/$25 district residentsSession 1: Sept. 14 - Oct. 5Session 2: Oct. 12 - Nov. 2

call 392-2010 for more info

Fall Production - 2009 “Into the Woods” Have you ever wondered what happens after ‘Happily Ever After’? Auditions: Saturday, August 29thPerformances: December 4-5 at North High School O’Neill HallTickets: $7 Adults / Children

Winter Production - 2010 “Godspell”Drawing from various theatrical traditions, such as clowning, pantomime, charades, acrobatics and vaudeville, “Godspell” is a groundbreaking and unique reflection on the life of Jesus.This production is for ages 12-19 only.Auditions: Saturday, December 12thPerformances: March 2010

Auditions are held at the Rasmussen Center, 115 E. Roberts Lane.

kindergarten - 6th Grade: 9:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.7th - 12th Grades: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Registration Fee: $75/$60 residentRegistration fee due at all auditions – all who audition are cast.

Make check payable to NOR.

Call 392-2000 for more information

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Neighborhood Place

Community Learning Centers

We offer free educational, recreational, and social programs and activities to assist children up to five years of age, and their parents, to learn the skills necessary for adequate school preparation.

Classes are FREE to families with children ages 5 & under!Open Monday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Sears Park444 Norris Road

392-2029

Riverview Park437 Willow Drive

392-2054

4 & 5: Ready to StriveMonday - Thursday at Riverview & Sears Park

Get your child ready for kindergarten!! Our 4 & 5 Class is structured toward kindergarten readiness. Age appropriate activities will further enhance children’s educational development. Group activities will help children to expand their social skills and increase their attention span. Child must be 4 or 5 to be enrolled in this class.

Birth to 5: Ready to LearnMonday - Thursday at Sears ParkThursday at Riverview Park

Birth to 5 offers free educational, recreational, and social opportunities where the parent and child work together for kindergarten readiness.

This project is sponsored by

Funded by Proposition 10.

Gardening ActivitiesCreative ActivitiesArts & Crafts Activities

placeNEIGHBORHOOD

learning centers

FREE to families with children ages 5 & under! Neighborhood Place Riverview ParkParent Participation Recreation Preschool

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 1-4pm

Session I: Sept. 8 - Nov. 20 (11 weeks)Session II: Nov. 30 - Feb. 26 (11 weeks)Session III: Mar. 1 - May 21 (11 weeks)

$25 registration feeDistrict resident fee: $390/session ($130/mo)Non-resident fee: $450/session ($135/mo)

For kids 3-5and their parents.

Neighborhood Place Riverview Park437 Willow Dr.

Also Available at Greenacres Community CenterNOR Parent Participation

Recreation Preschoolfor kids 4 to 5 yrs old

Monday, Wednesday, Friday 8:30-11:30amTuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 1-4pm

Session I: Sept. 8 - Nov. 20 (11 weeks)Session II: Nov. 30 - Feb. 26 (11 weeks)Session III: Mar. 1 - May 21 (11 weeks)

$25 registration feeDistrict resident fee: $390/session ($130/mo)Non-resident fee: $450/session ($135/mo)

call 392-2029 for more info

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Fruitvale-Norris Park 17.6 4 l 2 2 2 2 l 14 2 l l l l

Greenacres Park 13.5 2 l 2 1 l l 3 1 l l l l l l l

Liberty Park 21.3 l 1 2 l 4 1 l l

Madison Grove 12 1 l 1 2 2 l l 3 1 l l

McCray Park 1.8 6 l l l

Mondavi Park 9.3 2 l 1 2 l 3 1 l l

North Beardsley Park 7.0 2 l l l 7 1 l l l

North Highland Park 10.5 1 l 2 2 l 2 l l l

North Meadows Park 8.8 1 l 1 2 l l 3 1 l l

North Rosedale Park 14.4 4 l 1+ 1 1 l 3 1 l l l

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Olive Park East 2.5 1 3 l l

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Rasmussen Center 4.4 2 6 l l l l l

Riverview Park 20.9 1 l 1 1 2 l l 10 2 l l l l l l l l l

San Lauren Park 8.1 1 l l 5 1 l l l

Sears Park 2.0 5 l l l l

Standard Park 16.5 2 l 1.5 l l 10 1 l l l l

Westdale Park 9.3 1 l 1 2 2 l 3 1 l l l

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Health Screenings

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Blood Pressure Tests

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