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Youth Activities ....................................................................7-8

Youth Sports .......................................................................9-11

Adult Programs ................................................................12-16

Family Activities ...............................................................18-19

OPALS (Older People with Active Lifestyles) ..................20-21

Enjoy Our Parks ...............................................................22-23

GENERAL INFORMATION

Address: 1100 Chatham Ave Norwalk, IA 50211Phone: (515) 981-9206Fax: (515) 981-5839Office Hours: 8:00am to 4:30pm Monday through Friday(Closed Nov. 27 & 28, and Dec. 25)

NORWALK PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENTSTAFF: Nancy Kuehl, Director

[email protected]

Dan Beermann, Asst. Director [email protected]

Louise Taylor-Seibert, Office Asst [email protected]

Registrations can be made at the Norwalk Parks and Recreation office or directly on-line. There are 4 easy sign-up options for your convenience:

How to Register for Programs

1. Walk in and register during office hours.2. Place your registration form and payment in a sealed envelope, and put it in the drop box located inside our front door 24/7 (Public Safety Building).3. Mail your registration form and payment to the above address.4. On-line Registration. Go to www.norwalk.iowa.gov

and click on “Departments”, “Parks and Recreation”, “Recreational Programs”, then click on the white box link “Parks & Rec Program Registration”.

Need a Registration Form?

Registration forms are available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, at the Norwalk Parks and Recreation office (located in the Norwalk Public Safety Building). The front door is never locked; just walk in and pick up the registration forms you need, fill them out and place them in the drop box with your payment. Registration forms are also available on our website. Go to www.norwalk.iowa.gov and click on “Departments”, “Parks and Recreation”, “Recreational Programs” click on the highlighted form you would like to print off, complete it and drop it off at our office or send by mail.

COMMUNICATION

WE USE EMAILS! Please check all emails from Norwalk Parks and Recreation. We primarily communicate registration and program information including program changes through EMAIL. If not receiving messages, please contact our office to make sure yours is up to date.

Follow us on TwitterFind us on Twitter to keep up-to-date on all cancellation, registration, and department information! (twitter.com/NorwalkPR) It’s quick, easy, and free! Follow the instructions below.

7 Easy Steps: Twitter Updates

1. www.twitter.com, click green ‘Sign Up Now’ icon2. Fill out the info, click ‘Create My Account’3. Click blue ‘Next Step;’ icon, then click again4. Search ‘NorwalkPR’, click gray ‘Follow’ icon5. Click green ‘Mobile Phone’ icon

If your phone isn’t already set up for text message updates, follow the steps below.6. Click on ‘settings’ at the top7. Click ‘Mobile’, fill in information, click start

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Financial Assistance ProgramThis program is to provide assistance to qualifying children in the Norwalk District to help pay for recreation activity fees. It is intended to open up participation opportunities by reducing financial obstacles for those who may not be participating because they may not be able to afford to pay the registration fees. This program is for participants up to and including grade seven that reside in Norwalk or are students of the Norwalk Community School District. Call 981-9206 to find out more.

Refund PolicyREFUNDS/CREDITS are only given if a program is cancelled/combined by the Norwalk Parks and Recreation, for a documented medical reason (program will be prorated), or if the spot can be filled with a person on our waiting list. • A credit toward future Recreation programs may be given

to a participant who withdraws from a program (prior to the first meeting) and will be posted to your park and rec account.

• All refunds issued will be by the City of Norwalk in the form of a check regardless of original payment method. Please allow 2-3 weeks for processing of refunds.

• Refunds and/or credit will not be given for early termination of a program by the participant.

Registration PolicyRegistration for our programs shall be for a minimum of ten business days. The Norwalk Parks and Recreation Department shall establish the beginning and ending dates for registration. Registration dates will be publicized in our brochure, N/Warren Town and County News, Norwalk Living magazine and the City of Norwalk website. Where there are a maximum number of participants listed, participation will be determined on a first come, first serve basis. Registrants registering for a program after the registration deadline will only be allowed to participate if there is enough room in the program. Registrants registering for team sports after the registration deadline has passed will be required to pay a $15.00 late fee in addition to the cost of the program. Registrants registering for team sports after the registration deadline will not be guaranteed a shirt (for programs where shirts are provided), but will still be required to pay the late fee. Exception: New residents moving into the area after the registration deadline has passed will not be required to pay a late fee, however, if shirts have already been ordered, a shirt will not be provided.

Returned Check FeeThe City of Norwalk charges $20.00 for checks returned from your bank. To retain a spot in the program for which you registered, you must pay the program price, plus the $20.00 returned check fee by cash, money order, or cashier’s check.

Credit CardsThe Norwalk Parks and Recreation Department has the capability to accept credit cards for payment of all our programs and services. We accept MasterCard, Visa, Discover and debit cards. This means you will be able to pay for your pool passes, pool parties, and registration fees – basically everything – with your credit card.

Team Assignment for Youth Sports Policy

Children will be placed on teams in a random manner with the exception of children living in the same household. Parents of children living in the same household may request their children be assigned to the same team, providing the children are in the same age division. To align teams fairly, volunteer coaches may pick one assistant. If a program needs more than two coaches per team, the Parks and Recreation Department will assign the additional assistant from names of volunteers appearing on the registration forms.

Definition of a FamilyFor the purpose of purchasing family pool passes, or receiving a family discount for our Tae Kwon Do program, a family is defined as all immediate family members residing at the same street address. This would include children of divorced parents who have joint custody, stepchildren, and foster children. Babysitters, cousins, aunts, uncles, grandparents, and ex-spouses are not considered immediate family members unless they appear on the same federal income tax return.

VandalismEach year Norwalk taxpayers must cover the cost of repairing and replacing park facilities that have been willfully damaged or destroyed. Since the parks are unsupervised, it is difficult for park staff to catch the vandals who cause this damage. You can assist by reporting any act of vandalism to the Norwalk Parks and Recreation Department at 981-9206 or the Norwalk Police Department at 222-3321. Violators will be prosecuted.

Other Listings for our Programs1. N/Warren Town and County News

For various reasons, sometimes it is necessary for programs to be added, deleted, or changed. Please refer to our column “Leisure Line” in the N/Warren Town and County News to keep updated.

2. Norwalk Living Magazine We list our current programs in this publication.

3. City of Norwalk website The City of Norwalk website is www.norwalk.iowa.gov. There is a complete copy of the current brochure on this website along with an on-line registration link and/or printable forms.

Resident/Non-Resident PolicyA resident is any person who lives within the city limits of Norwalk. This is not to be confused with the school district. City and School District boundaries are not the same. Even though your mailing address is Norwalk, this does not necessarily mean you are a city resident. Most programs/classes have different fees for residents and nonresidents.

City of Norwalk residents make a significant contribution to the financing and operation of the Norwalk Parks and Recreation Department through city property taxes. These taxes are paid whether or not individuals participate in programs or use facilities. To ensure equality, non-residents (those living outside the city limits) will be charged a non-resident fee in addition to the program or facility fee.

General Information

Register on-line now at www.norwalk.iowa.gov or call 515-981-92064

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A SpecialThank You

Every year dozens of volunteers with varying talents share their time helping to provide better parks and great coaches for our

youth sports programs. On behalf of the Recreation Department thank you for making our parks and youth programs a success.

If you have any hidden talents that can be shared through coaching youth, supervising activities, or improving our parks, please phone the Parks and Recreation Department at 981-9206 and thanks for

volunteering!

General Information


Trick or Treat Night (Ghostly Good Times)Trick or Treat night in Norwalk will be Thursday, October 30 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm. Before you head out for a ghostly fun time in your neighborhood, be sure to stop by the Public Safety Building. From 5:30pm to 6:30pm you can pick up your trick-or-treat bag and play some Halloween games to win prizes and treats. This event is for children in preschool to 5th grade.

4th - 5th - 6th Grade VolleyballThis program is for boys and girls in the 4th through 6th grades. Our goal is to have fun while teaching the fundamentals of volleyball. We will work on passing, setting and spiking with an overall emphasis on good sportsmanship. This program will practice for two weeks. The boys and girls will be assigned to teams and will play games

for four weeks. The high school girls volleyball team will be on hand to coach your team, run through the skills clinic and maybe challenge you to a game!

REGISTRATION: Sept 22 to Oct 3 DATES: Sundays, October 12, 19, 26

Nov 2, 9, 16 TIME: 5:00 to 6:00 pm LOCATION: Middle School COST: $26.50 Norwalk Residents

$30.50 for Non-Residents MIN/MAX: 12/48 students

Jr Warrior Chefs Club

Young chefs cooking can be quite creative, full of discovery, and a whole lot of fun! Children in 3rd through 6th grades are invited to join. One afternoon a week join Andy Mogle at the High School foods kitchen for a fun time of making healthy after school snacks. Come and enjoy learning how to prepare special treats that you can take home to the family and prepare for them.

REGISTRATION: Sept 15 -26 DATES: Mondays: Oct 6, 13, 20, 27

Nov 10, 17 TIME: 4:00 pm - 5:30 pm LOCATION: Norwalk HS

Food/Nutrition ClassroomCOST PER CLASS: $40 Norwalk Residents $46 Non-Residents MIN/MAX: 12/20 students

Family Paint on CanvasParent and child will be led through step-by-step painting class by Lucinda Sperry, Art Love Studio. No experience necessary. Art supplies, snacks and aprons provided. Register today to save a seat!Funky Flag – Aug 16: Get patriotic and creative by painting an unusual flag design on canvas.Jazzy Instruments – Sept 20: Get jazzy by painting an abstract jazz art design on canvas

Pumpkin or Jack-O-Lantern – Oct 18: Learn to paint fall pumpkin scene with the option to transform it into a Halloween pumpkin.Peacock – Nov 15: Explore fun painting techniques and create a beautiful peacock in the process.Hearts and Holiday Ornaments – Dec 13: Get into the spirit of giving by painting an abstract heart on canvas and some fun recycled ornaments.

REGISTRATION: July 21 to Nov 28 TIME: 10:00 -11:30 am DATES: Sept 20, Oct 18, Nov 15, Dec 13 LOCATION: Norwalk Easter Public LibraryCOST PER CLASS: $29 Residents/ea

$33.35 Non-Residents/ea MIN/MAX: 4/8

Lakewood School IntramuralsThe teachers along with their class get into this little competition. We will hold a Kickball and Dodge ball single elimination tournament through out the school year. They compete with their class against other classes in their grade. This is a free program. A traveling trophy is awarded to the winning class.

Tentative Dates:3rd grade Kickball dates: October4th grade Kickball dates: November5th grade Kickball dates: December

3rd grade Dodge ball dates: January4th grade Dodge ball dates: February5th grade Dodge ball dates: March

TIME: During Recess times LOCATION: Lakewood Elementary COST: Free


Youth Activities

Early Out Creative Art ClassesLucinda Sperry, Art Lov Studio, will lead the class in various art projects. Students at Oviatt elementary are welcome to participant but will need to find their own transportation to Lakewood Elementary. LOCATION: Lakewood Art Room COST PER CLASS: $12.00 Norwalk residents

$13.80 Non-Residents MIN/MAX: 6/24

Early Out Craft ClubUse your imagination and talent for this program. Children in 3rd through 5th grades at Lakewood elementary are invited to join. They meet once a month after school on Wednesday Early Out days to make special arts and crafts projects. Healthy snacks provided. REGISTRATION: Sept 15 to Jan 23 TIME: 2:00 pm - 4:15 pm DATES: Oct 8, Nov 12, Dec 10, Jan 21, Feb 11 LOCATION: Art Room at Lakewood COST PER CLASS: $12.00 Norwalk Residents $13.80 Non-Residents MIN/MAX: 6/14

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Early Out Activities

5TH and 6TH Grade Boys/Girls BasketballThis program is for boys and girls in 5th and 6th grades. The boys and girls will be assigned to teams and volunteer coaches will be needed for the program. The teams will practice one night a week with games on Saturdays

COST: $34.50 for Residents and $39.75 for Non-Residents

Grade Location Practice Game Times Dates Registration5th and 6th Grade Boys

Oviatt Gym

Weeknights @ Oviatt

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Nov 8, 15, 22Dec. 6, 13, 20 Sept. 15–26

5th and 6th Grade Girls

Oviatt Gym

Weeknights @ Oviatt

4:00 pm 5:00 pm

Nov 8, 15, 22Dec. 6, 13, 20 Sept. 15–26

Little Hoopers This program is for boys and girls in 3rd and 4th grades. Our goal is to have fun while teaching the fundamentals of basketball. We will work on shooting, passing and dribbling with an overall emphasis on good sportsmanship. This program will practice and play on Saturdays. The boys and girls will be assigned to teams and volunteer coaches will be needed for the program.


Grade Location Practice Times Game Times Dates Registration3rd and 4thGrade Boys

Oviatt Gym

2:00 pm 2:45 pm

2:00 pm 2:45 pm

Jan 3, 10, 31 Feb 7, 14, 21 Nov 3-14

3rd and 4thGrade Girls

Oviatt Gym

3:30 pm 4:15 pm

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Jan 3, 10, 31 Feb 7, 14, 21 Nov 3-14

Dream Team This program is for boys and girls in the 1st and 2nd grades. Children will be taught basketball fundamentals. Children will be separated into teams and play games. Volunteer coaches will be needed.


Grade Location Practice Times Dates Registration1st & 2nd

Grade Boys Oviatt Gym 10:30 am, 11:15 am12:00 pm, 12:45 pm

Jan 3, 10, 31 Feb 7, 14, 21 Nov 3-14

1st & 2nd Grade Girls Oviatt Gym 9:00 am, 9:45 am Jan 3, 10, 31

Feb 7, 14, 21 Nov 3-14

Little Dribblers This program is for boys and girls in Preschool (4 & 5 years olds) and Kindergarten. This activity teaches the beginning fundamentals of basketball.


Grade Location Practice Times Dates RegistrationPreschool

Boys & Girls Oviatt Gym 9:00 am, 9:30 am,10:00 am, 10:30 am

Nov 8, 15, 22Dec. 6, 13, 20 Sept. 15–26

Kindergarten Boys & Girls Oviatt Gym 11:00 am, 11:30 am,

12:00 pm, 12:30 pmNov 8, 15, 22Dec. 6, 13, 20 Sept. 15–26


Youth Sports

SPRING SOCCER 2014

1st-7th GRADE SOCCERThis program is for children in 1st through 7th grade this current school year. Shin guards are required. This is a six-week program including one practice and one game per week. REGISTRATION: Jan 26 to Feb 6 DAYS: Starts week of March 30, weather permitting TIME: 6:00 pm LOCATION: Norwalk-McAninch Sports Complex COST: $46.00 Norwalk Residents $53.00 Non-Residents

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1st & 2nd Grade Boys 4 vs 4 Tuesday & Friday

1st & 2nd Grade Girls 4 vs 4 Monday & Thursday

3rd & 4th Grade Coed 8 vs 8 Monday & Thursday

5th - 7th Grade Coed 8 vs 8 Tuesday & Friday

JUST FOR KICKSThis beginning soccer program is for children at least 4 years old that are not currently in kindergarten this school year. Participants will be introduced to the sport of soccer and will be taught the basic fundamentals of dribbling, passing and shooting. Shin guards are required for this program. This is a six-week program including a practice and game each week.

REGISTRATION: Jan 26 to Feb 6 TIME: 6:00 pm DATES: Starts week of March 30, weather permitting DAYS: Monday or Wednesday LOCATION: Norwalk-McAninch Sports Complex COST: $28.75 Norwalk Residents $33.25 Non-Residents

KINDERGARTEN SOCCER

This program is for both boys and girls currently in kindergarten this school year. This is a six-week program including one practice and one game per week. Shin guards are required.

REGISTRATION: Jan 26 to Feb 6 TIME: 6:00 pm DATES: Starts week of March 30, weather permitting DAYS: Tuesday and Thursday LOCATION: Norwalk-McAninch Sports Complex COST: $34.50 Norwalk Residents $39.75 Non-Residents

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Beginner Warrior Wrestling ClubThis program is open to any student currently in Kindergarten through 2nd grade. Program designed for wrestlers with little to no experience. Throughout these practices the skills and techniques will align with the goals of developing a strong K-12 wrestling program. This level is specifically designed to introduce your student athlete to the sport while maintaining a fun, positive, and learning environment. Parent volunteers are needed

COACH: Jim McCombs [email protected] REGISTRATION Oct 13 to Oct 24 PRACTICE DATES: Tuesdays; Nov 4, 11, 18, 25 Dec 2, 9 TOURNAMENT: Saturday, Dec 13 @ 8:30 am TIME: 5:45 pm – 6:30 pm LOCATION: High School Wrestling Room COST: $40.00 Norwalk Residents $46.00 Non-Residents MIN/MAX: 6/45

Healthy 1K WalkThis year, state leaders are again asking you to make a difference by being part of another 1-kilometer walk on October 8. It's our chance to show our Iowa pride, celebrate our top-10 ranking, and show our continued commitment to claiming the Healthiest State title.Don't forget to participate in Talk the Walk, a contest where people recruit others to join their specific walks. For every person who is successfully recruited, both the recruiter and the new participant will be entered into a drawing for one of several Hy-Vee gift cards. Visit www.iowahealthieststate.com/healthiest-state-walk to coordinate a new walk. We can't do it without you!See you on October 8,

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Adult Wine & Paint ClassesEnjoy a glass of wine while you follow along with a step-by-step painting class by Lucinda Sperry, Art Love Studio. No experience necessary. Cost of wine and beverages not included. Art supplies and aprons provided. Register today to save your seat!Hot Jazz, Cool Blues Jazz art – Sept 13: Get jazzy by painting an abstract jazz art design on canvasEifel Tower – Oct 4: Travel to Paris by painting an Eifel Tower inspired art on canvas.Peacock – Nov 1: Explore fun painting techniques and create a beautiful peacock in the process.Hearts and Holiday Ornaments – Dec 6: Get into the spirit of giving by painting an abstract heart on canvas and some fun recycled ornaments.

REGISTRATION: July 21 to Nov 28 TIME: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm LOCATION: Rosco's Restaurant COST: $40 Residents $46 Non-Residents MIN/MAX NUMBER: 4/8

Zumba Fitness/StepZumba is a fusion of Latin and International music and dance themes that create a dynamic, exciting, and effective workout system. Zumba Step will tone and strengthen your legs and glutes with a blend of Zumba routines and step aerobics to get maximum results without losing the easy to follow fitness party. This class combines 30 min of Zumba fitness and 30 min of Zumba Step, using every muscle of the body as you shimmy, shake and stomp your way fit-the Zumba party fitness way! Instructor: Cassandra Canny REG. DATES: Sept 22 to Oct 3 SESSION: Oct 7, 14, 21, 28

Nov 11, 18, 25 REG. DATES: Nov 17 to Nov 28 SESSION: Dec 2, 9, 16

Jan 6, 13, 20, 27 REG. DATES: Jan 19 to Jan 30 SESSION: Feb 3, 10, 24

Mar 3, 10, 24, 31 DAYS: Tuesday TIME: 6:00 pm – 7:00 pm (time varies) LOCATION: Oviatt Multi-purpose COST: $35.00 Norwalk Residents $40.25 Non-Residents MIN/MAX 10/20


Adult Programs

ADULT WOMEN’S FALL VOLLEYBALL LEAGUEJoin a couple of friends and come out and enjoy an evening of volleyball. This league will play on Sunday nights at the Norwalk Middle School. This league will be self-officiating. Please register as a team.

SESSION I REGISTRATION: Sept 22 to Oct 3 DATES: Oct 12, 19, 26, Nov 2, 9, 16

SESSION II

REGISTRATION: Dec 15 to Dec 26 DATES: Jan 4, 11, 18, 25 Feb 1 8, 15

TIMES: 6:15pm and 7:00pm COST PER TEAM: $34.50 (up to 10 players) MIN/MAX: 4/8

EARLY BIRD BODY SCULPTINGFor those of you who get up with the chickens, joining these early morning classes will work you on ultimate body sculpting, Pilates and Chico Metrics. This class is designed to maximize core strength, firm and tone your butt, thighs and arms. The class will use dumbbells and dynabands that will put you to the test with added intensity.

REGISTRATION DATES: Sept 22 to Oct 3 SESSION: Oct 7, 9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30

Nov 4, 6, 11, 13, 18, 20

REGISTRATION DATES: Nov 17 to Nov 28 SESSION: Dec 2, 4, 9, 11, 16, 18

Jan 6, 8, 13, 15, 20, 22, 27, 29

REGISTRATION DATES: Jan 19 to Jan 30 SESSION: Feb 3, 5, 10, 12, 24, 26

Mar 3, 5, 10, 12, 24, 26, 31 Apr 2

DAYS: Tuesday and Thursday mornings TIME: 5:30 am - 6:15 am LOCATION: Norwalk Easter Public Library ICN Room COST PER SESSION Norwalk Non-resident 1 class per week $24.50 $28.20 2 classes per week $49.00 $56.40

CIRCUIT SENSATIONAre you ready for this new workout that is athletic, intense and more fun than a three-ring circus??!! Using the motivational power of teamwork and competition in combination with the balance challenges presented by the Bosu balance workout, you will discover how to change ordinary circuit workouts into extraordinary workouts. The class will also use jump ropes, medicine balls, mini hurdles and weighted bars. REGISTRATION DATES: Sept 22 to Oct 3 SESSION: Oct 8, 15, 22, 29

Nov 12, 19, 26 REGISTRATION DATES: Nov 17 to Nov 28 SESSION: Dec 3, 10, 17

Jan 7, 14, 21, 28 REGISTRATION DATES: Jan 19 to Jan 30 SESSION: Feb 4, 11, 25

Mar 4, 11, 25 Apr 1 DAYS: Wednesdays TIME: 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm LOCATION: Oviatt Multi-purpose Room COST PER SESSION One Class Per Week $24.50 Norwalk Resident $28.20 Non-resident MIN/MAX PER CLASS: 10/30

ADULT COED VOLLEYBALL A & B LEAGUETwo separate leagues are offered for coed volleyball. The A league is considered an A power league, while B league is considered a recreation league. Each league will be limited to 6 teams. Officials will be provided for each game. Please register as a team. You need a minimum of six players with a maximum of ten. This league is a first come, first serve basis until it is full. REGISTRATION DATES: Dec 15 to Dec 26 PROGRAM DATES: Jan 5, 12, 19, 26

Feb 2, 9, 23 Mar 2, 9 DAYS: Mondays TIMES: 7:30 – 8:15 – 9:00pm LOCATION: Norwalk Middle School COST PER TEAM: $86.25 (up to 10 players) MIN/MAX # OF TEAMS: 4/12


Adult Programs

STEP BENCH AEROBICS/INTERVALStep aerobics/Interval is a class of high energy aerobic routines interspersed with intense cardio segments and followed by a recovery period. Class will improve cardio conditioning. This class is for any fitness level, and can be adjusted to a low or high

impact class depending on the level of fitness you are. REGISTRATION DATES: Sept 22 to Oct 3 SESSION: Oct 6, 13, 20, 27, Nov 10,

17, 24 REGISTRATION DATES: Nov 17 to Nov 28 SESSION: Dec 1, 8, 15, Jan 5, 12, 19,

26, REGISTRATION DATES: Jan 19 to Jan 30 SESSION: Feb 2, 9, 23, Mar 2, 9, 23,

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DAYS: Monday TIME: 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm LOCATION: Oviatt Multi-purpose Room COST PER SESSION Norwalk Non-resident 1 class per week $24.50 $28.20 MIN/MAX PER CLASS: 10/30

ADULT PICK-UP BASKETBALL GAMES

Pick-up basketball games will be offered for adults. Please bring clean tennis shoes to wear for the games. This program is only for residents who live within the Norwalk School District. REGISTRATION DATES: Sept 15 - Sept 30PROGRAM DATES: October 1, 8, 15, 22, 29 November 5*, 12, 19, 26* December 3, 10, 17January 7, 14*, 21, 28 February 4, 11, 18*, 25 March 4, 11, 18*, 25*No school; possibility no open gym

TIME: 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm LOCATION: Middle School Gym COST: $31.80 (includes sales tax) Norwalk Residents $37.20 (includes sales tax) Non-Resident MAX: 40

YOGA CLASSYoga is for everyone! It increases strength, flexibility, and balance for both body and mind. Regular yoga practice can help to improve circulation, digestion and posture, stimulate the immune system, decrease stress level, boost self-esteem and create a sense of calmness and well

being. Please bring your own mat, towel & water. Come in with an open mind and open heart. This class could fill up, so register now! INSTRUCTOR: Bethanie Lafferty, Certified Yoga Instructor REGISTRATION DATES: Sept 22 to Oct 3 SESSION: Oct 6, 13, 20, 27,

Nov 10, 17, 24 REGISTRATION DATES: Nov 17 to Nov 28 SESSION: Dec 1, 8, 15,

Jan 5, 12, 19, 26 REGISTRATION DATES: Jan 19 to Jan 30 SESSION: Feb 2, 9, 23

Mar 2, 9, 23, 30

DAYS: Mondays TIME: 7:30 pm - 8:30 pm LOCATION: Oviatt Multi-purpose Room MIN/MAX PER CLASS: 8 /15 COST PER SESSION Norwalk Non-resident 1 class per week $40.25 $46.30


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DECORATIVE PAPER MAKINGHave you ever wanted to make your own paper? Now is your chance to learn a simple yet intriguing art form. Make your own decorative paper from recycled paper and other natural materials.

REGISTRATION: Sept 1 to Jan 30 DATE: September 11th TIME: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm COST: $10 LIMIT: 8 individuals

MONTESSORI IN THE HOME: BIRTH THROUGH AGE 3Monte-what?! So you’ve heard about Montessori but really have no idea what it means, or you have an understanding but don’t know how to integrate the practices with your wee ones. We welcome you to a basic introduction to the philosophy behind a Montessori education and how to incorporate practices in your home. You will leave with ideas for purposeful activities you can set up in your home to help your youngsters discover learning in an independent manner.

REGISTRATION: Sept 1 to Jan 30 DATE: January 13th TIME: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm COST: $10 LIMIT: 10 individuals

GRANT WRITING 101Learn the basics around grant writing. Topics covered will include: things to consider before applying for a grant, how to identify funding opportunities, how to gauge if it is right for you, common components of a proposal, and general basic tips. If the interest is there a second follow up class will be offered.

REGISTRATION: Sept 1 to Jan 30 DATE: February 5th TIME: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm COST: $30 LIMIT: 10 individuals

BEGINNERS UKULELECome learn the basics to get you started on an instrument that is easy to learn but can take you years to master. Bring your own uke or borrow one of ours. If you’re really feeling it, order one through us for class, $40 (color choice: red,

pink, purple, blue) includes the cost of class. REGISTRATION: Sept 1 to Jan 30 DATE: October 9th TIME: 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm COST: $10 LIMIT: 6 individuals

CHRISTMAS CRAFTINGAre you feeling the itch to start on those homemade gifts? This class offers a tutorial for three fabulous and functional made-it-myself projects to get you started. Projects include: recycled sweater mittens, scrappy leg warmers and felt books for kids.

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REGISTRATION: Sept 1 to Jan 30 DATE: November 13th TIME: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm COST: $15 LIMIT: 10 individuals

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FAMILY OPEN GYMShoot hoops or play a pick up game with friends or family. Bring clean tennis shoes for the floor. This program is only for residents who live within the Norwalk School District. No registration required, just show up and play.

TIME: 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm LOCATION: Oviatt gym ADULT COST: $1.00 YOUTH COST: $.50 DAYS: Sundays DATES: Nov. 2, 9, 16, 21, 23

Dec. 7, 14 Jan. 4, 11, 18, 26 Feb. 1, 8, 15, 22

FAMILY BINGO NIGHTStop by the library and enjoy an evening of Bingo and tasty treats. Bring munchies or snacks to share with all and we will provide the beverage. All ages are invited to participate. Bingo callers will be the Norwalk Lion Club Members.

TIME: 5:00pm - 7pm LOCATION: Norwalk Easter Public Library COST: 25¢/card or 3 cards for 50¢ DAYS: 1st Sunday of each month DATES: Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7, Feb 1, Mar 1

MOTHER-SON COMPETITION “UNDER THE LIGHTS”

Kick off an evening with your son(s) ages Kindergarten to 5th grade on the gridiron! You will enjoy a tailgate experience filled with food, games and more. Register now so you won’t miss out on a touch down

time “under the lights” at the NHS Football stadium. REGISTRATION DATE: Sept 1 to Sept 12 DATE: Sept 20 TIME: 6:30 pm LOCATION: NHS Football stadium COST: $15.00 Resident $17.25 MIN/MAX: 25/100

SIGNING WITH BABYStart off communicating with your child before they can speak. You will learn 10 popular signs for your child. We will meet two times for an hour and learn techniques for you and your child to sign. Children age 2-4 welcome to join us.

REGISTRATION DATE: Jan 19 to Jan 31 DATE: Feb 7, 21 TIME: 10:00 - 11:00 am LOCATION: Norwalk Public Safety COST: $10.00 resident

$11.50 non-resident MIN/MAX: 5/10

DADDY DAUGHTER DANCEThe Parks and Recreation Department will host the social event of the year for Dads and their daughter(s) 1st to 5th grade. This is the night to enjoy your daughter and friends for an evening of dancing, dinner and fun. This will include dinner, photograph and dancing. If Dad is not available, an uncle, brother or grandfather is welcomed.

REGISTRATION: Jan 26 to Feb 6 DATE: Feb 13 TIME: 6:30 pm - 8:30 pm LOCATION: Lakewood Elementary COST: $15.00 each Norwalk Residents $17.25 each Non-Resident MIN/MAX: 50/125

AMERICAN SIGN LANGUAGE American Sign Language (ASL)

is the dominant sign language of the Deaf Americans. ASL is a manual language or visual language, meaning that the information is expressed not with

communication of sounds but with combinations of hand shapes, palm orientations, movements of the hands, arms and body, location in relation to the body, and facial expressions. With this beginning class you can learn foundation skills allowing you to communicate with people who cannot hear. Class will consist of Fingerspelling, Basic structure of ASL, Family/People, Number and Time signs, Foods, Basic use of Classifiers, and other topics as requested. REGISTRATION DATES: Sept 1 to Sept 12 PROGRAM DATES: Sept 16, 23, 30

Oct 7, 14, 21 DAYS: Tuesday TIMES: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm LOCATION: Norwalk Public Safety COST: $15.00 Norwalk Residents $17.25 Non-Resident INSTRUCTOR: Ashlee Seibert MIN/MAX: 5/10


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NORWALK FAMILY TAE KWON DOMaria Boden is the head instructor of the school which is under new ownership, Voorhees Taekwondo LLC, which offer programs for ages 5 through adults. The classes are separated by rank (beginners and advanced) and students meet twice a week. Class meets on Tuesdays and Thursdays, in the Oviatt gym or Multi-purpose room. Times will vary depending on location due to school activities.We also offer Little Dragon program designed for children ages 5 to 7. Little Dragons meet twice a week. This program is run concurrently with the beginning classAll programs consist of hand and foot techniques, forms, self-defense, lessons and instructions on topics such as respect, self-discipline and perseverance.Competition is also available for those students who are interested. Competition teaches sportsmanship, gives confidence and allows the students to use the skills they have learned in class.Families are strongly encouraged to join and train together. We found that the kids learn better when one or both of their parents/guardians are learning along side of them in class.

(DATES COULD VARY DUE TO SCHOOL FUNCTIONS/CONCERTS) REGISTRATION DATES: Oct 13 to Oct 24 SESSION DATES: Oct 28, 30

Nov 11, 13,18,20,25 Dec 2,4,9,11,16,18,23 Jan 6,8,

REGISTRATION DATES: Dec 29 to Jan 9 SESSION DATES: Jan 13,15,20,22,27,29

Feb 3,5,10,12,24,26 Mar 3,5,10,12

REGISTRATION DATES: Mar 16 to Mar 27 SESSION DATES: Mar 24,26,31

Apr 2, 7. 9, 14, 16, 21, 23,28,30 May 5, 7,12, 14,

DAYS: Tuesday/Thursday LOCATION: Oviatt Multipurpose room (Door #16) GYM TIME: 6:00 pm MULTIPURPOSE TIME: 7:15 pm MIN/MAX PER CLASS: 10 /30 COST PER SESSION: Norwalk Non-Residents Resident

LITTLE DRAGONS $46.00 $53.00 (Twice a Week)

FAMILY TAE KWON DO (1st Family Member) $57.50 $66.25

2nd & 3rd Family Member $28.75 Ea. $33.25 Ea. Maximum Family Fee $115.00 $132.50

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SENIOR CITIZEN WII BOWLINGDo you miss the game of bowling? Not quite as spry as you used to be? We invite you to try the game of Wii bowling. This game mimics actions performed in real life bowling without having to travel to a bowling alley. Each week teams will be assigned for those who show up and we will have a little competition. This program will start October 2 and continue until March. (Will take off during the holidays.) PLACE: Norwalk Public Safety Bldg TIME: Thursdays, 1:30 pm - 3:00 pm

SENIOR CITIZEN EXERCISEEveryone ages 55 and older is invited to attend a free exercise program that will include stretching and toning. We will meet at the Norwalk Christian Church located at 701 Main St. This program will start Sept 29 and run until the end of July.

DAYS: Monday and Thursday TIME: 10:00 - 10:30 am

WELL SEASONED POTLUCK (THE MEAT AS WELL AS THE PEOPLE)

All is invited, age 55 or older, to attend a potluck dinner to enjoy and socialize with the Park and Recreation staff. Meat, tableware, and coffee/beverage are provided. Dust off the cookbooks and be creative to bring a side dish and/or dessert to share with everyone. After the meal we will have some form of entertainment from local talent. Let us know your email address and we will send out reminders with what meat we plan to have on that day.

R.S.V.P. to our office two days prior to the event. DATES: Oct 3 Nov 7, Dec 5, Jan 2, Feb 6, Mar 6 TIME: 11:30 pm - 1:00 pm PLACE: Norwalk Public Safety Building

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NORWALK EASTER PUBLIC LIBRARYNorwalk Easter Public Library offers many activities and programs for everyone birth through adults throughout the year. A few of these activities include:• Storytimes o Preschool – Tuesdays @ 10:30am o Toddler – Thursdays @ 10:30 am o Babies -- TBD o Pajama (family) Storytimes – 2nd & 4th Thursdays

@ 7pm (all ages welcome)• Tiny Tots music class (registration required)• After school book clubs for grades kindergarten

through fifth grades• Events for teens such as library lock-ins• We also have Learn at Your Library presentations, craft

club, Novel Year book club and numerous other things for adults

Please check our website, Facebook page, or stop in the library for a brochure with more information about what the library can offer. All programs are free, and a few

require pre-registration. Fall programs begin the week of September 1st. For questions, please contact Mallory Inman (Youth Services Librarian) or Mary Kay Johnson (Adult Services Coordinator) at the library (515-981-0217).

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Billy O Phillips Park – 2500 Lexington Dr

Billy O Phillips Park is a newly constructed park located on Lexington Dr in the Legacy development. It consists of a GameTime playground, restrooms, a new Cedar Forest shelter house (named in memory of our former mayor Jerry Starkweather), sidewalks, trees, and a future practice ball diamond. The park is open to all residents and the shelter is available for reserving. The cost is $15.00 up to four hours and $25.00 for a maximum of eight hours.

Norwalk City Park – 907 North Avenue

This park has playground equipment, basketball courts, restroom facilities, an old railroad car, and an open shelter house with picnic tables. The park has restroom facilities. The shelter house is available by reservation. The cost is $15.00 for four hours or less and $25.00 for over four hours, but not more than eight hours.

Brownie Park – 805 Cherry Parkway

In 2001, the Parks and Recreation Department received a KCCI Project Mainstreet Grant and with the money created a butterfly garden along with other improvements. The park includes a garden in the shape of a butterfly, a walking trail, a white picket fence, a wooden arbor, a swing, and a couple of picnic tables. This park makes a great retreat for a small family picnic or a great little get away. There are no restrooms at this park, but enjoy a leisure walk over to the library for facilities.

McDonalds Woods – 708 High Road

This park is nestled in behind town homes off of High Road. It is a forest like setting with trees and picnic tables only. No restroom facilities available.

Norwalk-McAninch Sports Complex – 200 Wright Road

The majority of our spring and summer recreation programs are held at our sports complex, along with hosting outside tournaments and school activities. It consists of six baseball/softball fields, 23 soccer fields and a cross-country course plus 4th of July fireworks. Our sports complex also has a concession stand and restrooms. The Sports Complex rules are dogs or other pets are not allowed at the Norwalk McAninch Sports complex (exception: service animals), no smoking, and no alcohol consumption permitted.

Windflower Park – 1915 North Avenue

The Norwalk Aquatic Center is located in Windflower Park. This park has playground equipment, a walking path, basketball courts, a skate park, a 12-hole disc golf course and a shelter house. The shelter house has an enclosed kitchen that has a refrigerator, microwave, stove, and kitchen sink. There are also restroom facilities attached to the shelter. The shelter house is available by reservation. Cost is $10.00 per hour, plus a $25.00 deposit; the deposit will be returned if the shelter house is left in the same condition as found.


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DOG PARK DONATIONSA much anticipated dog park is currently being planned. In order to continue, we are trying to raise $10,000 through donations and grants for the first phase. If you are interested in donating or volunteering please call our office at 981-9206. Thank you in advance for your support.

WHO LET THE DOGS OUT?The Parks and Recreation Department is committed to providing a safe and quality park system for the residents of Norwalk. Park rules exist to assure that park visitors have a pleasant experience. Two specific park rules that need to be remembered when taking a dog to Norwalk city parks are: (1) dogs are to be leashed at all times; and (2) pet owners are required to pick up and properly dispose of their pet’s waste.

CITY DOG LICENSESNorwalk’s four legged furry friends don’t always obey their masters. Wandering dogs sometimes become a nuisance to others who don’t show the same kind of love for pets as you do. For that reason residents of Norwalk need to license their dog’s every year at City Hall to ensure a safe return back to their owner and also to verify the dog’s rabies vaccinations are current. The licensing renewal period begins January 1 and runs through the end of March. After March 31, a late fee will be assessed. If the police/city has to pick up your pet, there is a $75 impound fee 1st offense, or a $150 fee second offense, to get it released back to you. If not licensed there is an additional $45 non-license fee.For more information, contact Norwalk City Hall at 981-0228.


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