Dear fellow Hanoverians:<\/p>\n
This just in from the good folks at Hanover Parks and Rec!<\/p>\n
We are nearing the end of our "Fall Brochure" but still have a few programs
\nleft, along with a couple of programs not in the last booklet. To register
\nfor all programs, please register online at<\/p>\n
http:\/\/www.hanover-ma.gov\/recreation.shtml . We are currently writing our
\nWinter\/Spring brochure; if there are any special programs you would like to
\nsee, please feel free to contact Marc Craig at recreation@hanover-ma.gov .<\/p>\n
CPR Training- Town Hall<\/p>\n
This course is AHA certified and offers a comprehensive program to
\ntrain the individual and will also include training with the use of an AED
\n(Automated External Defibrillator). Get your CPR certification in just one
\nnight.<\/p>\n
Class Dates 12\/1\/09<\/p>\n
Class Fee: $50.00 6:00 to 9:00 PM<\/p>\n
WINTER ZUMBA – Hanover Police Boys Club<\/p>\n
Offset those holiday treats and festive calories by attending a Zumba class
\nthis winter. Zumba fuses hypnotic latin and international rhythms, with
\neasy-to-follow moves, to create a dynamic fitness program that will blow you
\naway. Why tolerate a boring workout routine when you can have a blast
\ndancing your way to a healthier you? Join Hanover resident, Jennifer Lloyd,
\nat the Hanover Boys Club on Tuesday nights. This workout is for all fitness
\nand experience levels.you’ll see, there is nothing to be afraid of. Feel
\nfree to contact Jen ( jenl@searchease.com) with
\nquestions.<\/p>\n
Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 p.m.<\/p>\n
Winter Session: December 1 – February 9 (no session class on December 29)<\/p>\n
This 10-week session is $80 (or $10 per class to drop in). Please make
\nchecks made payable to Hanover Parks & Recreation or register online at<\/p>\n
http:\/\/www.hanover-ma.gov\/recreation.shtml.<\/p>\n
DIGITAL CAMERA WORK SHOP- Just in time for your holiday shopping, Hanover
\nParks & Rec is offering a two hour workshop designed to help you choose the
\nright digital camera for your needs. A selection of digital cameras will be
\non hand for participants to handle and test, and a professional photographer
\nwill be offering advice and answering questions about digital camera
\nproducts. The Rec Department is working with a local camera shop to offer
\ndiscounts on camera purchases. The workshop will be held Wednesday evening,
\nDecember 2nd at the Town Hall from 7-9pm. The cost is $20 per participant<\/p>\n
Lego Days- John Curtis Free Library <\/p>\n
The hugely popular Lego Days program is back!! Children get
\nto have fun playing with Legos and building cool things while parents have
\nfun with an afternoon to themselves. This program is designed for Elementary
\nSchool aged children. <\/p>\n
Cost: $ 7 per day<\/p>\n
Date: December 8th, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m.<\/p>\n
( We will also be offering a FULL Lego Day 8-4 on Martin Luther King
\nDay!!!!!!!!!!! Stay tuned for our Winter\/Spring Brochure)<\/p>\n
Babysitting Course- Police Station<\/p>\n
This one day course is designed to assist 5th-7th graders in
\nbeing better babysitters and knowing the do’s and don’ts of being home
\nalone. The course will cover information on child development, playing with
\nyounger children, basic first aid, fire safety and prevention, and the
\noverall responsibilities of babysitting.<\/p>\n
Instructor: Kimberly Cleary, a registered nurse and mom. <\/p>\n
Limited to 18 pre-registered students, fee $15.<\/p>\n
Cost: $15<\/p>\n
Date: Saturday December 5th 9 a.m. – 12 noon<\/p>\n
Holiday Party -Town Hall<\/p>\n
This Holiday Party is designed for elementary aged children
\n(k-4). Children come to the Town Hall for some fun Holiday music and games
\nthen watch a fun Holiday movie. Parents also get some much deserved time off
\nwhile their children are supervised by the great Park and Rec staff.<\/p>\n
Cost: $10<\/p>\n
Date: December 18th 6:30-9:00 p.m.<\/p>\n
Winter Teen Extreme<\/p>\n
Winter Vacation Camp<\/p>\n
A one week program designed for students in grades five through eight. Will
\nbe held during the week of Christmas Break (December 28th through December
\n31st). On non field trip days, the students will be at Hanover Boys Club
\n(behind the Town hall); kids can participate in arts and crafts, sports,
\nboard games, and many other activities. The program will be 9:00am until
\n2:00 pm on Monday and Wednesday. Times of the field trips may vary.
\nWednesday may also include a trip to Strawberry Valley for Sledding (Weather
\nPermitting).<\/p>\n
Tuesday December 29, 2009:
\nSnow Tubing at Amesbury Sports Park
\nAmesbury Sports Park provides one of the fastest-growing winter recreational
\nactivities at the largest tubing park in New England! Seven lanes are
\nmaintained by Amesbury’s experienced grooming fleet, the park provides ideal
\ntubing conditions for thrill seekers of all ages.
\nTime: 8:30 a.m. – 3:00 pm<\/p>\n
Thursday December 31, 2009:
\nRock Climbing at Carabiner’s Indoor Climbing
\n328 Parker Street, New Bedford MA
\nStudents will be provided with rental gear and a day passes for indoor
\nclimbing. Carabiner’s created a brand new facility designed from the ground
\nup to be one of the finest indoor climbing facilities in the world with over
\n35,000 square feet of climbing.
\nTime: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm.<\/p>\n
Registration begins immediately. This program WILL fill up fast so please
\nregister ASAP. There will only be 50 spots available.<\/p>\n
$110 for the whole week of activities<\/p>\n
S K I I N G <\/p>\n
Ski Lessons- Blue Hills MUST BE BOOKED BY 12\/20<\/p>\n
Once again this winter Hanover Parks and Recreation will be offering ski
\nlessons at Blue Hills. Children age Kindergarten- 6th Grade will be
\neligible. Busses will leave from B. Everett Hall Field at 3:00 PM on Tuesday
\nafternoons, making stops at Cedar School as well as the Hanover Middle
\nSchool for children in the Afterschool Programs. If you wish to have your
\nchild picked up at an afterschool program please contact the Parks and
\nRecreation Department immediately so arrangements can be made. <\/p>\n
90 minutes lessons will begin at 4PM. Busses will then depart from Blue
\nHills at 5:45 and arrive back in Hanover at B. Everett Hall Field at 6:30. <\/p>\n
Children can choose to bring or rent equipment unless they participate in an
\nafterschool program, in which they can only rent. Helmets are not a
\nrequirement however they are STRONGLY suggested.<\/p>\n
Classes will take place every Tuesday from January 5th- February 2nd. If the
\nweather does not cooperate classes will continues on February 10th and 22nd.
\n(ASK ABOUT ADDING A SEASONS PASS)<\/p>\n
Cost: $220 without<\/p>\n
$295 with rentals<\/p>\n
Open Skiing- Blue Hills MUST BE BOOKED BY 12\/20<\/p>\n
This year Hanover Parks and Recreation will have an open ski program for
\nchildren who are comfortable skiing alone without supervision. Busses will
\nleave from B. Everett Hall Field at 3:00 PM on Tuesday afternoons, making
\nstops at Cedar School as well as the Hanover Middle School for children in
\nthe Afterschool Programs. If you wish to have your child picked up at an
\nafterschool program please contact the Parks and Recreation Department
\nimmediately so arrangements can be made. <\/p>\n
With this program your child receives a season’s pass to Blue Hills, so
\nhe\/she can also use this pass all winter long! The bus will arrive back at
\nB. Everett Hall field at 6:30pm <\/p>\n
Children can choose to bring or rent equipment unless they participate in an
\nafterschool program, in which they can only rent. Helmets are not a
\nrequirement however they are STRONGLY suggested. Classes will take place
\nevery Tuesday from 1\/5-2\/2. If the weather does not cooperate classes will
\ncontinues on 2\/10 and 2\/22.<\/p>\n
Cost: $ 200 without rentals<\/p>\n
$ 275 with rentals<\/p>\n
Skating Lessons- Plymouth (Transportation included) Skaters
\nare taught basic coordination, balance and maneuverability on the ice in a
\nweekly 40 minute group lessons<\/p>\n
Busses will B. Everett Hall Field at 4pm, lessons will start at 4:40 and
\nwill continue until 5:20. Busses will then depart from the Plymouth Rink at
\n5:30 and arrive back in Hanover at B. Everett Hall Field at 6:00<\/p>\n
8 Thursdays starting January 7th<\/p>\n
Cost: $160 for 8 Weeks<\/p>\n
For more information, contact the Parks and Recreation Department at
\n781-826-PLAY or recreation@hanover-ma.gov .<\/p>\n
For "Around Town on the Web",<\/p>\n
Cathy H-B<\/p>\n
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