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B RUNS WICK C OM MUNITY

REC REAT ION AN D FITN E SS C EN T ER

Spring/Summer

Brochure

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The Current

Receive The Current, a monthly newsletter detailing

upcoming events and programs in the parks and at

the Brunswick Community Recreation and Fitness

Center, delivered right to your e-mail inbox.

Please visit our website at www.brunswick.oh.us

or sign up at the front desk.

Recreation Department Information/Services 2 - 8

Recreation Center Offerings 9 - 10

Community Special Events 11

Summer Concert Series 12

Youth Sports 13

Jump Start 14 - 16

Adult Sports 17 - 18

Seniors 19 - 22

Trips 23 - 24

Brunswick Parks 25 - 28

Aquatics 29 - 32

Southwest General 33 - 38

Inside this issue:

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Hours of Operation

Spring - March, 1st - Memorial Day

Monday-Friday ……….5:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Summer - Memorial Day - Labor Day

Monday-Friday ……….5:00 AM - 9:00 PM

All Year

Saturday ……………...8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Sunday

Members Only …….8:00 AM - NOON

Public……………....NOON - 5:00 PM

Front Desk and pool close 30min. prior to building

Save

Money

Prepay for 6 visits, use them any

day you wish. Coupons do not

expire! 6-visit pass a savings of

$6.00.

Monthly passes also available.

Holiday closings 2014

closed

Easter/ April 20th Memorial Day/May 26th Independence Day/July 4th Labor Day/September 1st

Non-member Daily guest fees

Those 16yrs. and older purchasing a daily admission

wristband must show a valid photo id.

Youth (Ages 3 -5yrs.) $5.00

Adult (Ages 16 -59yrs.) $7.00

Senior (60+yrs.) $5.00

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Yearly membership Rates

Resident

Family………….…………………………………..$423

One Parent………………………………………...$330

Individual……………………………………….….$253

Youth……………………………………………….$120

Senior……………………………………………....$120

School District

Family………….…………………………………..$485

One Parent………………………………………...$369

Individual……………………………………….….$297

Youth……………………………………………….$135

Senior……………………………………………....$135

Non-Resident

Family………….…………………………………..$795

One Parent………………………………………...$595

Individual……………………………………….….$435

Youth………………………………………………$226

Senior……………………………………………....$226

Corporate

Family………….…………………………………..$485

One Parent………………………………………...$370

Individual……………………………………….….$295

Facility offerings

Indoor heated swimming pool w/seasonal sundeck

Outdoor wading pool w/fountain

Indoor track

Fitness center

Whirlpool & dry sauna

Gymnasium

Room rental

Childcare

M-F 9:00—Noon

Charge $2.50/child

Refunds will not be issued on any membership.

Recreation Center MembershipRecreation Center MembershipRecreation Center Membership

and Facility Offeringsand Facility Offeringsand Facility Offerings

Facility organized events

In addition to our facility offerings, the Brunswick

Recreation Center is pleased to organize several events

throughout the year for the benefit of the citizens of

Brunswick. Details for the events scheduled for the

Spring/Summer seasons can be found on pg. 11 - mark your

calendars!

Advertise at the Rec. with our banner program.

Great for local businesses.

For details call 330-273-8000, option 8

or ask for Taylor Scott

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Program registration

1. Mail-in registration

Complete registration form, making certain all

spaces have been filled in.

Make check payable to “City of Brunswick”

Mail form and check to:

2. walk-in registration

Complete the registration form and pay (cash,

check or credit card) at the front desk.

3. Phone registration

By credit card only, some restrictions apply.

Refund policy

A refund request must be made in person and a refund request form must be completed.

Refunds will be considered after a full review by management.

If the program is cancelled by the Brunswick Rec. Center, a refund for the full amount that was paid will be issued.

If an individual wants to cancel enrollment in a program, it must be requested at least five days prior to the first session of the program.

Refunds will not be given if the request is less than five days prior to the first session of the program.

Individuals assume the risk of changes in health or personal schedules.

Brunswick Community

Recreation & Fitness Center

3637 Center Road

Brunswick, OH 44212

Registration policy

All check are payable to “The City of Brunswick”. A $20

service charge will be assessed on any returned check. On

all returned checks, participants will be suspended from all

programs until the check and the service charge are paid.

Most classes have a minimum and maximum number of

participants. To secure a space in the class, register as soon

as possible. Once registration is full, a waiting list will be

established.

Paid registrations are accepted at the Rec. Center until the

noted deadline or the program limit is reached.

A daytime phone number on the registration form is very

important in order to contact participants about class

information or in the event of an emergency.

Classes will be filled on a first-paid first-served basis.

The Rec. Center does take photographs during special

events or activities which may be used for promotional

purposes.

Refund options

1. Household credit—If the customer wants to have

the refund posted to his/her Recreation Center

account, a credit will be issued and a 10%

administrative fee will be deducted from the

amount originally paid.

2. Check issued—If the customer paid by cash or check,

a check will be issued form the Brunswick City

Finance Department and a 10% administrative fee will

be deducted from the amount originally paid. A

check will be issued within three (3) weeks.

3. Credit to credit card account—If the customer paid

by credit card and would like a credit to his/her

credit card account, a 10% administrative fee will be

deducted from the amount originally paid. A credit

will be issued within three (3) weeks.

The Brunswick Parks and Recreation Department strives

to provide classes and programs that meet or exceed

your expectations. Should any of our programs not

meet your complete satisfaction, please let us know with

the first visit and a refund for the remaining classes or

time will be issued. Some restrictions may apply.

Registration and PoliciesRegistration and PoliciesRegistration and Policies

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PIZZA & SWIM PARTY PACKAGES ULTRA PACKAGE 30 ULTRA PACKAGE 60 3 - 12 slice pizza (one topping each) 6 - 12 slice pizza (one topping each) 3 - 2 -liter bottles of pop 6 - 2 liter bottles of pop Plates, napkins, cups & forks Plates, napkins, cups & forks 30 Wristbands for open swim 60 Wristbands for open swim 3 Hours use of Meeting room #2 3 Hours use of Meeting room #1 Up to 30 people Up to 60 people Member - $155.00/Non-Member - $195.00 Member - $205.00/Non-Member - $270.00

PIZZA PACKAGE 30 PIZZA PACKAGE 60 3 - 12 slice pizza (one topping each) 6 -12 slice pizza (one topping each) 3 - 2 liter bottles of pop 6 - 2 liter bottles of pop Plates, napkins, cups & forks Plates, napkins, cups & forks 3 Hours use of Meeting room #2 3 Hours use of Meeting room #1 Up to 30 people Up to 60 people Member - $105.00/Non-Member - $135.00 Member - $155.00/Non-Member - $180.00

SWIM PACKAGE 30 SWIM PACKAGE 60 30 Wristbands for Open Swim 60 Wristbands for Open Swim 3 Hours use of Meeting room #2 3 Hours use of Meeting room #1 Up to 30 people Up to 60 people Member - $105.00/Non-Member - $135.00 Member - $155.00/Non-Member - $180.00

Class 2: Member, Non-member, family and/or individual, fraternal body, private school, hospital, other college/university/education unit, or

government organization/agency as defined by the Internal Revenue Service that is not charging an admission or entrance fee.

Class 3: Any organization, institution, agency, group or individual

included in Class 2 that charges an admission/ or entrance fee.

Any organization institution, agency, group or individual not included in Class 2.

Special Request: The kitchen, gym and pool could be made available under special circumstances, fees to be determined based on request.

Room Maximum

Occupancy

Class 2 Rate/Hr.

Non-Member/Member

Class 3 Rate/Hr.

Non-Member/Member

Conference Room 10 $15.00/$10.00 $15.00/$10.00

Meeting Room #1 60 $55.00/$30.00 $65.00/$40.00

Meeting Room #2 30 $45.00/$25.00 $50.00/$35.00

Arts & Crafts 25 $45.00/$25.00 $50.00/$35.00

1/2 Multi-purpose 100 $95.00/$50.00 $110.00/$75.00

Multi-purpose 200 $175.00/$95.00 $200.00/$125.00

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RentalsRentalsRentals

For all rentals contact: Candy Relic

330-273-8000 option 6

crelic@brunswick.oh.us

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Every Thursday is Rec. Center Member DayEvery Thursday is Rec. Center Member DayEvery Thursday is Rec. Center Member Day

Daybreak until 10am Daybreak until 10am Daybreak until 10am --- 9 holes w/cart for $109 holes w/cart for $109 holes w/cart for $10

10am 10am 10am --- 1pm 1pm 1pm --- 18 holes w/cart for $2018 holes w/cart for $2018 holes w/cart for $20

1pm 1pm 1pm --- 3pm 3pm 3pm --- 9 holes w/cart for $109 holes w/cart for $109 holes w/cart for $10

6969 Boston Road, Hinckley, OH 44233

(440) 237-9191

www.http://valleairegolf.co/index.htm

Valleaire Golf Club

L.I.G.H.T Program - Ladies Interested in Golf may now Have the Tee - One hour with a paired up foursome

playing tee to green with a pro’s instruction. Expect to play without someone behind pushing your pace

and have fun!

Session 1 - May 15th, 22nd, & 29th/ Session 2 - June 5th, 12th, & 19th.

Rec. Center Members - $75/Non-member - $90

Junior League - June 12th - August 7th Youth ages 10yrs. - 13yrs.

Play 9 holes of fun competition. Noon tee times. The fee for this 8week league is $130.00 and includes

hot dog & soda, pull cart, and prizes on the last day!

Senior League - Youth ages 10yrs. - 13yrs. play 9 holes of fun competition. 10:00 first tee time

May 1st - September 25th - $20, cart included

To register for leagues:

Call - 440-237-9191 Ext. 2

Online www.Valleairegolf.co

In person at the Pro Shop

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Totally Toned Personal Training was started in 2004 as a Fitness Training company to provide in-home/

in-gym Personal Training throughout Northeast Ohio. Totally Toned has always had a philosophy that

every individual, from any walk of life or at any age, should have the ability to better their overall health

and fitness. Since its inception, Totally Toned has helped many people achieve many different individual

goals, and is serving more clients than ever in more locations than ever, and provides a growing variety of

fitness options.

Regardless of your age or current fitness level, we can help guide you on the path to achieve your health

and exercise goals. Here at Totally Toned, we believe in staying as strong as you can for as long as you

can by maintaining an active and healthy lifestyle. We specialize in effective split weight training routines,

so clients can choose to work with one of our trainers anywhere from 1 to 5 times per week, based on

their individual needs. At TTPT we even hand write every workout for our clients, to keep accurate track of

crucial training aspects of each exercise like weight and reps. This allows us to not only educate our

clients, but also to monitor progress such as strength and endurance gains. In addition, we take

measurements and perform Body Fat/Mass testing every 4-6 weeks to make sure we're moving in the

right direction!

Totally Toned Personal Training targets three fitness areas:

Cardio - Learn how to use your heart rate to achieve your desired result

Nutrition - Learn which foods will help or hinder your progress and

long-term results

Weight Training - Learn how to gain lean muscle mass

to help you burn more calories, even at rest.

Totally Toned has several training packages available to accommodate your specific needs, and rates start

as low as $25 per session! And all of our personal trainers are certified to provide safe and effective

workout routines to help you meet your exercise goals.

Visit us on the web at www.totallytonedpersonaltraining.com, find us on Facebook, or call 216-548-5383

today to schedule your free 30-minute consultation and workout!

Rates as low as

$25/session

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Stop in at the Snack Shack located inside the Brunswick Rec. Center!

Serving hot coffee, baked goods, healthy snacks and more!!!

Hours: Monday–Friday 8AM to 3:00PM

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If you have any questions, please call Jodi Bauer at:

330-273-8000, Ext. 3828 jbauer@brunswick.oh.us

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Weekly Enrollment

Members - $120

Non-members - $200

Daily Enrollment (2 day minimum)

Members - $27 per day

Non-members $42 per day

Purchase a $120 yearly membership to the Rec. Center for your Purchase a $120 yearly membership to the Rec. Center for your Purchase a $120 yearly membership to the Rec. Center for your

child and save $30 child and save $30 child and save $30 --- $80 per week on Summer Camp Fees!$80 per week on Summer Camp Fees!$80 per week on Summer Camp Fees!

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Artistic Offerings at The Recreation Center

Several opportunities for those interested in art to express themselves.

Organized classes as well as an “open” scrapbooking session where

supplies will be provided, you bring your memories!

Detailed dates and registration will be available at the

Calligraphy

Ceramic Silhouettes

Ceramic Bird Houses/Feeders

Styrofoam Printmaking

Self Portraits

Beginner Scrapbooking

Adult

Open Scrapbooking

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Community Special Events Luau - March 8th, Noon - 4:00pm

Food, DJ Island music and of course swimming!

Members—FREE, Non-members—$2.50

Get your mandatory wristbands starting March 3rd.

Mother’s Day - May 11th

Children bring your mom to the Rec. Center for her

special day! Mom is FREE with a paid member!

Father’s Day - June 22nd

Children bring your dad to the Rec. Center for his

special day! Dad is FREE with a paid member!

Patriot Party - July 3rd

Come from open until 4:00pm and enjoy free

admission to the Rec. Center on Thursday, July 3rd.

Members Only family pool party from

4:00pm-8:00pm with DJ and fun.

Summer Celebration

July 1st - July 6th

Tuesday—Friday ……….5:00 PM—11:00 PM

Saturday ………………..1:00PM—11:00 PM

Fireworks………10:30PM

Sunday ………………….1:00PM—8:00PM

Rain date for fireworks…...10:00PM

Grand parade…….2:00PM

Carnival rides by Bates Bros. Amusements

Two Stages of entertainment everyday

On-grounds parade every day

Beer grotto Tues. - Sat.

Many contests, food, local vendors and demonstrations.

Web address: www.summer-celebration.com

Contact: info@summer-celebration.com

Or Kevin at: 330-220-1111

Summer concert series

May 18th - July 27th

The Brunswick Recreation Center will be holding a Summer Concert Series!

We have exciting artists covering a multitude of genres, including The Historic Medina Symphony, Lee Murdock, Logan Wells, Blu Monsoon and many more!!!

Every Sunday night from 6-8pm these talented artists will take the outside stage at the Rec. Center for a concert on the lawn.

**OPENING CONCERT AT 7:00PM - May 18th

* No concert scheduled for Memorial Day Weekend

* No concert scheduled for July 6, 2014 – Brunswick will be holding the Summer Celebration that weekend. * No concert July 13th, 2014 - Artworks will be entertaining us July 14th - 18th.

Spring Craft Fair - March 8th

10:00am - 3:00PM

The Brunswick Kiwanis club is having a craft fair at

the Brunswick Recreation Center on Saturday,

March 8th from 10:00am - 3:00pm. Admission is

FREE! For info. or table rental call: 216-570-8201

Fishing Derby - May 10th

Put on by the Brunswick Optimist’s Club and

Sponsored by the Medina County Park District, this

event is FREE! However, it is limited to the first 200

registrants. Register at the Rec. Center starting

April 1st. This event will be held at North Park and

prizes will be awarded to the winners!

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Brunswick Recreation and Fitness Center

Summer Concert Series The Brunswick Recreation Center is proud to present a series of concerts for the community’s

enjoyment. Concerts will be held outdoors on the Rec. Center stage or, in the event of

inclement weather, in the multi-purpose room of the Rec. Center.

The opening concert (May 18th) is at 7:00 pm, all remaining concerts are

from 6:00pm - 8:00pm.

The Historic Medina County Symphony & Symphonia of the Western Reserve This group has been around since 1913! This symphonic orchestra plays a variety of musical genres.

Memorial Day Weekend - *no concert*

The Travelin Man Band - swings into the Rec. Center with some of the best rock and roll spanning three decades from the 50’s to the 70’s. Hear songs by Elvis, Buddy Holly, Rick Nelson, Chuck Berry, Bobby Darin, Beatles, The Eagles, Jimmy Buffett, & many more!

The 730 Club - A regional, and nationally touring, Soft Rock, Classic Alternative, R & B, Pop, Jazz /Rock Show Band. They feature originally interpreted covers of some of the greatest songs from the last four decades, as well as, our own original songs performed in a universally entertaining show.

Logan Wells - Too many lauds to list! She plays for presidents...what more can we say? We are honored to have her grace our humble stage and are sure she will give you a first class country music experience!

Funkology - Playing funk, rock, pop, Motown hits from the 60’s and today! Male and female vocalists and a four-piece horn section! This group is high energy fun and they’ve promised us a Bruno Mars medley - what more could we want?

Lee Murdock - We are honored to have this talented musician at our summer concert series. With 12 CDs to his credit, Lee’s repertoire combines historical research with contemporary insights. Making folk music for the modern era, Lee Murdock’s work is a documentary and also an anthem to the people who live, work, learn and play along the freshwater highways of North America.

Summer Celebration - *no concert*

Arts Week July 14th-July 18th *no concert*

Blu Monsoon - These four talented and award-winning musicians come together to bring you the best of jazz, funk and blues as well as original numbers. Don’t let their youth fool you, these guys are serious having just released their album, “Hot Tub Maintenance”. Come hear them before they get too famous!

The Diamond Project - Neil Diamond Cover band! A musical journey through five decades of song from one of America’s most treasured music icons!

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Many of the artists featured have web pages and can be found on

Facebook, look them up, “like” them and come see them during

the Summer Concert Series at the Brunswick Recreation Center!

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Brunswick Soccer Association—Competitive Travel Teams The Brunswick Soccer Association provides a quality soccer experience for boys and

girls of all levels from recreation to travel in a fun filled, stimulating environment.

Both boys’ and girls’ competitive travel teams begin at age U8 and go through U14. Both gender groups play in the American Amateur Soccer League, one of the largest competitive travel soccer leagues in our area. Teams play two outdoor seasons, Fall and Spring. All travel players

participate in our annual soccer tournament, The Brunswick Fall Classic, the largest youth soccer tournament in Northeast Ohio, every first weekend in November. BSA provides experienced trainers at all age levels. Our staff trainers also include our local high school coaches who share their knowledge and passion of the game with our players. In addition to our outdoor seasons, BSA players also receive winter skill development and instruction. Tryouts for our teams will be held in May. Check our website for actual dates and locations once we get closer to that time. For further information, please contact either Jeff Petrenko at jap0711@aol.com or Tim Shearer at coachtim@roadrunner.com .

Brunswick Soccer Academy—Recreation Teams Our recreational division, the Brunswick Soccer Academy, provides an emphasis on fun, development and a

positive environment through creative soccer activities that provide comfort with the ball and promote

general skill progression for the players. We offer two programs:

The Junior Kickers for players ages 6-8—Spring begins in April, Fall begins in August

The Little Kickers for players ages 3-5—Summer program beings in June

Each session is run by high energy , experienced soccer trainers with expertise in training and developing children in these age

groups. Contact Pam Menick at pmenick@aol.com to register.

Registration is going on now through April 1st. Registration forms can be

found at the website: www.brunswickyouthsports.org. Mail completed

forms and checks, made out to “Brunswick Youth Sports”, to

Brunswick Youth Sports P.O. Box 181 Brunswick, OH 44212

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1 $100 $85

2 $195 $180 $165

3 $290 $275 $260 $245

4 $385 $370 $355 $340

5 $480 $465 $450 $435

6 $575 $560 $545 $530

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April 14 - Practice Begins

May 9 - Opening Night Fun!

May 10 or 12 - Season Starts

June 29 - All Star Sunday

Baseball, Softball and T-ball

Important Dates

To the pricing charts please add $35/player if NOT selling candy.

Soccer, Baseball, Softball & TSoccer, Baseball, Softball & TSoccer, Baseball, Softball & T---ballballball

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Brunswick Little Hoop Stars & Hoop Stars

Saturdays, April 12th - May 17th - Fee: $65 Little Hoop Stars 11:00am - Noon, Noon - 1:00pm (rotating schedule) Hoop Stars 1:00pm - 2:00pm, 2:00pm - 3:00pm (rotating schedule)

Coaches from Jump Start Sports will run this instructional and recreational basketball program for children in preschool and Kindergarten (MUST BE 4 years old). Players are taught the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting, positioning, defense, and rebounding, and then apply what they have learned in fun, non-competitive games.

Lacrosse Thursdays, June 12th - July 26th*, 6:00pm - 7:15pm (*No class 7/5) - Fee: $65

Boys and girls in grades 1-5 can learn to play one of the fastest growing sports in the United States. All equipment will be provided and instruction in fundamentals such as passing and catching; fielding ground balls; cradling; spacing and positioning; and defense. Then they will be divided by gender and age to play fun game situational scrimmages. Plastic sticks will be used and no checking, stick checking, or poking will be allowed. No helmets or shoulder pads will be used. Cleats and a mouth guard are additional gear you may want to consider.

Football

Saturdays, June 14th - July 26th*, 1:00pm - 2:30pm (*No class 7/5) - Fee: $70

Children grades K-3 - Players are grouped by age, coached at their level of understanding, and play fun, low competition games under adult supervision. Players will learn the basic fundamentals of offense and defense, and will be introduced to speed and agility training. Jump Start Sports staff will also officiate and supervise all games to ensure equal playing time, a rotation of players in various positions, and they will help teach within the context of the game.

Tennis Camp

Monday/Wednesday - Fee: $50 Session 1 - June 9th - 25th Session 2 - July 7th - 23rd

Tuesday/Thursday - Fee: $50

Session 1 - June 10th - 26th

Session 2 - July 8th - 24th

Mon. & Wed. - Beginner (6yrs. - 12yrs.) - 9:00am - 10:00am

Mon. & Wed. - Beginner (6yrs. - 12yrs.) - 10:00am - 11:00am

Mon. & Wed. - Intermediate (10yrs. - 18yrs.) - 11:00am - Noon

Tues. & Thurs. - Beginner (6yrs. - 12yrs.) - 9:00am - 10:00am

Tues. & Thurs. - Beginner (6yrs. - 12yrs.) - 10:00am - 11:00am

Tues. & Thurs. - Intermediate (10yrs. - 18yrs.) - 11:00am - Noon

Beginners will receive instruction on the fundamentals of the game, developing skills, ball control, stroke techniques, practice habits and court etiquette. Intermediates will improve on basic tennis fundamentals, but will begin to learn how to play the game of tennis in match situations. Participants will be divided into age and skill levels. Please bring a racquet and tennis shoes. CONVENIENT ONLINE REGISTRATION

Visit www.JumpStartSports.com

Or contact Rick Hart at 330-656-0090

RHart@JumpStartSports.com

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Brunswick Summer Sports Camps—2014 For Boys and Girls Entering Grades 1st —6th

Camp Meets Daily 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Before and After Camp Care, and Half-Day Options Available)

Each day, campers will participate in the theme sports described below. Each Afternoon, campers will select from a variety of electives, including swimming, basketball games, table tennis, Dodge Ball, camp games, and more!

Rates Full Day Rate Half Day

Any 1 week $ 140 per week $95 per week

Any 3 or more weeks $ 130 per week $85 per week

All 7 weeks $ 120 per week

**If you are registering just for the week of the 4th of July, please contact us for a discount**

Brunswick Sports Camp meets daily at the Brunswick Recreation Center. Drop off and pick up will take place at the Gymnasium. Parents requiring before and after camp care can register on the Monday of the week extended care is required at a cost of $30 per

week for After Camp Care, $15 per week for Before Camp Care, or $40 per week for both.

Weekly Camp Themes & Schedules Detailed descriptions of each week are on the next page.

June 9 – 13: All Pro Football Camp

June 9 – 13: Cheerleading Camp

June 16 – 20: World Cup Soccer Camp

June 23 – 27: Golf Camp

June 3o – July 3: All Star Baseball and Softball Camp

July 7 – 11: Lacrosse Camp

July 14 – 18: Olympics Camp

July 21 – 25: Hoop It Up Basketball Camp

CONVENIENT ONLINE REGISTRATION

Visit www.JumpStartSports.com

Or contact Rick Hart at 330-656-0090

RHart@JumpStartSports.com

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Brunswick Summer Sports Camps—2014 June 9 – 13: All Pro Football Camp - The All Pro Football Camp will teach campers the basic fundamentals of football in an atmosphere that emphasizes sportsmanship, teamwork and the joy of sports. This program is ideal for children who have never played or-ganized football, as well as those who have played youth football for several years. In addition to learning fundamentals, techniques and strategies of the sport, campers will participate in flag football games every day as well as fun games and contests such as “Punt, Pass, and Kick” and “NFL Fast Football”.

June 9 - 13: Cheerleading Camp - Campers will learn a variety of cheers, jumps, kicks and movements. We’ll also play fun cheerleading games and decorate crazy uniforms to wear at an exhibition on the last day of camp. Cheerleading camp provide children a highly active endeavor in a non-competitive environment that fosters fun and the development of friendships.

June 16 - 20: World Cup Soccer Camp - Campers get their kicks at the World Cup Soccer Camp! Players learn foot skills, passing, shooting, goal keeping, and team concepts. Each day, they are

also divided by gender and skill level and participate in games. The last few days of camp, small teams represent a country and participate in a fun “World Cup” competition.

June 23 - 27: Golf Camp - Campers learn and practice all strokes every day. Players should bring golf clubs if they have them available, but a limited supply will be provided. In addition to golfing, the children will play a variety of sports and camp games. On Friday, 7/25, we will take a field trip to Brandywine Par 3 Golf Course. All kids will be full day on Friday. The kids will need to pack a lunch for the trip. There will be an additional charge of $15 to cover the costs of greens fees and transportation.

June 30 – July 3: All Star Baseball and Softball Camp - Girls and boys will have a blast learning baseball fundamentals and playing ball! Campers learn and improve upon the basics of batting, fielding, pitching, catching, and base running. Players are divided by gender and age and are taught different skills each day in a fun-oriented format. Then they apply what they have learned in a game each day. Other fun games and contests will include a “Home Run Derby”, “Pitch, Hit, and Run” contest, and a “World Series” on the last day of camp.

July 7- July 11: Lacrosse Camp - Campers learn to play this action packed game! The sport has elements of soccer, football, basketball and hockey. Once you try lacrosse, you’ll love it! All equipment will be provided in this highly instructional program. Campers will receive training on all fundamentals, including: passing and catching; fielding ground balls; cradling; spacing, positioning, and defense. Plastic sticks and soft balls will be provided. No checking, stick checking, or poking will be permitted! No helmets or shoulder pads will be used.

July 14 - 18: Olympics Camp - Olympics Camp by Jump Start Sports is a wonderful combination of sports, culture and crafts. Campers play many sports and participate in a fun mock “Olympics.” Campers are grouped into “countries”, make a team flag and learn about the culture of that country. They also compete in each track and field event. The emphasis of the competition is on participation and achieving personal goals. Each camper will receive a medal for participation.

July 21 - 25: Hoop It Up Basketball Camp - Campers improve all aspects of their game and have a blast doing so! Our staff has experience playing and coaching at the high school and college levels. We utilize fun drills and competitions that help players improve their shooting, passing, ball handling, and defensive techniques. Players also will have the opportunity to play in many 3 on 3 and 5 on 5 games. The Hoop It Up Basketball Camp is a fun and worthwhile experience for players of all ages and skill levels. At the end of the week, we will have a fun “March Madness” tournament.

CONVENIENT ONLINE REGISTRATION Visit www.JumpStartSports.com

Or contact Rick Hart at 330-656-0090 RHart@JumpStartSports.com

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Women’s Soccer Looking for a great way to get outside and enjoy a little exercise this spring? Join this fun, non-competitive Women’s

Soccer league today! Each team consists of players that are ages 30 and up with 3 players between the ages of 21 thru 29.

We are seeking women from both age groups with all levels of experience for this league . Registration going on now through

April 26th. Register for this program at the front desk of the Brunswick Recreation Center.

The cost is $20.00 for Rec Center Members and $30.00 for Non-Members. Season runs Saturday, April 26th, 2014 - June 7th.

For more information regarding this program, please contact: Denise Morley at 216-990-2730 or by email at dmorley44@aol.com

Spring Adult Coed Soccer Team entry fee is $150.00. All coed players must get a Brunswick Soccer ID Card and sign a liability waiver prior to playing the

first game. Cost for the ID card is $10.00. Male Participants must be 28 years of age or older prior to the first game played.

Female participants must be 21 years of age or older prior to the first game played. Sign up at the Rec. Center for team entry

only. For more information contact: David Seitz at Coedsoccer13@aol.com

Important Dates to Remember: Monday, April 14: Last day to Register (pay $150.00 team fee) Monday, April 14: Last day to order team shirts Monday, April 21: Season Schedules distributed Saturday, April 26: League play begins

Summer 17+ Coed Soccer Team entry fee is $180.00. All coed players must get a Brunswick Soccer ID Card and sign a liability waiver prior to playing the

first game. Cost for the ID card is $10.00. Male and female participants must be at least 17 years of age prior to the first game

played. Sign up at the Rec. Center for team entry only. For information contact: David Seitz at Coedsoccer13@aol.com

Important Dates to Remember: Monday, June 2: Last day to Register (pay $180.00 team fee) Monday, June 2: Last day to order team shirts Monday, June 9: Season Schedules distributed Saturday, June 14: League play begins

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Late Summer 2014 Adult Coed Soccer Team entry fee is $150.00. All coed players must get a Brunswick Soccer ID Card and sign a liability waiver prior to playing the

first game. Cost for the ID card is $10.00. Male participants must be 28 years of age or older prior to the first game played.

Female participants must be 21 years of age or older prior to the first game played. Sign up at the Rec. Center for team entry

only.

For more information contact: David Seitz at Coedsoccer13@aol.com

Important Dates to Remember: Monday, August 4: Last day to register (pay $180.00 team fee) Monday, August 4: Last day to order team shirts Monday, August 11: Season schedules distributed Saturday, August 16: League play begins

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Men’s Sunday Morning, Slow-pitch Softball Registration begins on 2/15/2014 and will conclude on 4/25/2014 or when the league is full (10 teams max).

Entrance fee is $250, which must be paid in full at the Brunswick Recreation Center, before teams are considered “registered”.

There is also a $10 fee per non- resident on your roster. You must have a minimum of 60% Brunswick City residents on your roster.

The league will play doubleheaders on Sunday mornings, beginning at 8 A.M. at both Neura and Boston Rd. fields.

We will begin league play in early May. The league will play of 6 weeks of doubleheaders (12 regular season games) and will

conclude with an all day double elimination playoff. We will not play Mothers Day, Fathers Day, Memorial Day, or July 4th

weekends.

Umpire fees are $42 per team per week. This covers 2 umpires for both games of the doubleheader. You will not need umpire

fees for the all day season ending playoffs.

There will be a managers meeting when registration is concluded, in late April. At the meeting; balls, schedules, and rules will be

distributed. For more information, please contact George Arenschield at 440-554-6586, or garenschield@adelphia.net

Coed Sunday Evening, Slow-pitch Softball Registration begins on 2/15/2014 and will conclude on 4/25/2014 or when the league is full (10 teams max).

Entrance fee is $250, which must be paid in full at the Brunswick Recreation Center, before teams are considered “registered”.

There is also a $10 fee per non- resident on your roster. You must have a minimum of 60% Brunswick City residents on your roster.

The league will play doubleheaders on Sunday mornings, beginning at 8 A.M. at both Neura and Boston Rd. fields.

We will begin league play in early May. The league will play of 6 weeks of doubleheaders (12 regular season games) and will

conclude with an all day double elimination playoff. We will not play Mothers Day, Fathers Day, Memorial Day, or July 4th

weekends.

Umpire fees are $42 per team per week. This covers 2 umpires for both games of the doubleheader. You will not need umpire

fees for the all day season ending playoffs.

There will be a managers meeting when registration is concluded, in late April. At the meeting; balls, schedules, and rules will be

distributed. For more information, please contact George Arenschield at 440-554-6586, or garenschield@adelphia.net

Women’s Softball

Registration is going on now at the Recreation Center. Entrance fee is $100 per team.

The league plays 12 games on Wednesday evenings at Pumpkin Ridge Park beginning June 11th - August 20th.

There will be a tournament at the end of the season.

For more information contact Michele Sumner at: smcrm1@msn.com

Brunswick Men’s Softball - Not a Rec. League Two team spots available for this league. One on Monday evenings, one on Wednesday evenings.

Entrance fee is $650/team ($550 league, $100 refundable forfeit fee) Umpire fee is $52.00/double-header.

Teams play double-headers, 6:30pm/7:30pm and 8:30pm/9:30pm. Games played at Neura Park Mid-May - Late August, no games

on holidays.

Contact Jim Rief for more information at 440-821-5617 by email at jlrief@roadrunner.com or check out the website www.bmsl.us

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AARP Social/Service Group New members are welcome! The cost is $5.00/year. Enjoy meeting new friends, hear guest speakers, and provide services to the community. Hope to see you there! This social group meets the second Thursday of every month at 1:00 pm.

Art at the Center Painting Group 1st and 3rd Wednesday from 9:00 am-12:00 noon in the Arts and Crafts Room.

Ask an Attorney Medina Elder Law and Estate Planning Attorneys Gwen Perry and James Bates will be visiting the Brunswick Recreation Center one afternoon a month to meet with seniors who have simple legal questions. Bates & Perry limit their practice to elder law, Medicaid, Veteran's benefits, estate planning, trusts, asset pro-tection, taxes, business succession planning and real estate transfers. Please call the Rec Center to reserve your meeting time.

Ask a Financial Advisor

Strongsville Michael Pacak and Tammy Miller will be visiting the

Brunswick Recreation Center the fourth Thursday of each month

for those who have any questions on financial matters such as

Mutual Funds, Fixed Annuities, Variable Annuities, Life Insur-

ance, Traditional IRA, ROTH IRA, 401K rollovers, strengthening

your financial position, protecting your future, investing with a

purpose and leaving your legacy. Please call the Rec. Center to

reserve your meeting time.

Bakers Club Meets in the Arts & Crafts Room on the 2nd Monday of every month at 1:00 pm. This is a group that is interested in trying new recipes for bread, cakes, jams or pastas or sharing new ones.

Beginning Line Dance Classes Taught by Eunice Kollar. Thursdays from 9:30-10:30 am. Cost is $10.00 for 4 classes.

R.O.M.E.O. Club

(Retired Older Men Eat Out) Calling all men, single or married. See the Senior Tattler for more details. Call 330-273-8000 or stop by the Rec Center front desk to sign up!

Senior Bowling League 1:00 PM on Tuesdays at Dick Hoover Lanes, Pearl Road. Join us! League Bowling is September through April.

Single Ladies Dinner Out All single, divorced, widowed ladies are welcome to join the group for dinner. Call the Rec Center to sign up!

Senior Educations Series Each month a speaker will present on a topic of interest to the seniors. Please see The Tattler for date, time and topic. Call 330-273-8000 or stop by the Rec Center front desk to sign up!

Weight Training Classes Are held on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 11:00 AM -12:00 NOON. Taught by volunteers, this class is free.

Free Lunch and Learn Join us every Monday for a free lunch and educational talk for all seniors. Please register at the front desk of the Rec. Center at least 48 hours in advance. Monday at 11:00am

Monthly Special Event Bingo, free lunch and learn hosted by Pearlview at 11:00am on the 4th Monday of the month.

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Senior programs and events at the Rec. Center are open to the 50+ group. You do not need

to be a Rec. Center member to participate. A senior Tattler is published quarterly and may

be picked up at the Recreation Center front desk, City Hall, the Brunswick Library or the lob-

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BINGO

Free Senior Bingo Tuesdays and the first and last Thursday of the month at 1:00pm.

Blood Pressure & Diabetes Screening

Stop in and get your blood pressure and blood glucose checked every 2nd and 4th Wednesday each month 8:00 am - noon. Fasting is recommended but not required.

Book Club

Meets on the first and third Tuesday at 10:00am in the Arts and Crafts room. New members are always welcome.

Cards

Are played on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:00am until noon and on Fridays at 12:20pm (Pinochole and 66 Club)

Couples Dinner Out

Consult the Senior Tattler for this month's date, time and restaurant. Sign up at the Rec Center front desk.

Fishing Club

Meets the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 11:00am.

Giving Dolls

Meets on the third Monday of each month at 12:30pm. You do not need to stay and sew the entire time. You may take the supplies home to finish. There is a need for donated materials: woven cotton blend fabric, lace, ribbon, snaps buttons, rick-rack, Velcro, yarn and stuffing.

Hiking Club

Meets every Friday, weather permitting, behind the Rec. Center at 9:30am. Please bring a bagged lunch. Off during the winter months, but returns in spring.

Intermediate Line Dance Class

Is held each Monday at 11:15am in the multipurpose room. Classes cost $2.50 each, paid to the instructor.

Knitting /Crocheting

Meets on Wednesdays from 1:00pm - 3:00pm in Meeting Room 1. Donations of yarn are always welcome.

Free Movie Matinee

Shown the third Thursday of the month at 1:00pm in the multi-purpose room. See the Senior Tattler for the upcoming movie.

Mah Jongg

Is played on Mondays & Wednesdays in Meeting Room 2 from 12:15pm-3:00pm.

Play The Price is Right

The first Monday of each month at 1:00pm, play The Price is Right game! Each contestant will be presented with a picture of a product with information in regard to brand, size, weight, operation and model. The players will write down what they think the item costs. And just like the popular TV show, the person that gets the closest to the actual price without going over will win a prize!

Prime Time Exercise

Is an exercise class done to Richard Simmons video. Classes are held on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays at 9:00am. This class is free.

Senior Lunches

Congregate lunch available on Wednesdays & Fridays at 11:00am. Register first by calling 330-225-7100. If you must cancel, please call the kitchen after 10 am on Wednesday/Friday at 330-273-8087. Transportation is available through Brunswick Transit Alternative (BTA).

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Golden Follies at Station Theatre April 1, Tuesday - Erie, PA Report: 9:00 am/Return: 6pm $71 per person Includes: Lunch, gratuity & show which is a loving, yet comical tribute to the “senior” time of life.

Poppin’ Good Time April 24, Thursday - Marion, OH Report: 7:30 am/Return: 6pm $74 per person See the world’s largest popcorn museum, lunch, visit Harding Home & Museum, Tour the Palace Theatre & enjoy an organ concert.

Natural History Museum & Botanical Gardens

May 6, Tuesday - Cleveland, OH Report: 9:00 am/Return: 5:00 pm $50 per person Explore the Natural History Museum, have lunch on your own at the Botanical Gardens, enjoy indoor & outdoor Spring flowers.

Cerino’s Doo Wop May 30, Friday - North Royalton, OH $49 (tickets only) Includes: Lunch & show, hit songs of the Nitekings & Drifters.

Indiana Trip June 2nd - 5th, Monday - Thursday - Various, IN Report:/ Return:| $725 Single $577 Double $528 Triple $505 Quad

Includes: Room , taxes & baggage handling for 3 nights accommodations, 13 varied and exciting tours including the Indianapolis Motorspeedway ride around track & Hall of Fame Museum tour, (3) dinners, (3) lunches, (3) breakfasts at the hotels.

Cerino’s Blue Hawaii June 17, Tuesday - North Royalton, OH $49 (tickets only) Includes: Lunch & Hawaiian show with Elvis.

Light Opera My Fair Lady

June 24, Tuesday - Wooster, OH $70 per person Report: 9:30 am/Return: 6:00 pm Lunch on your own at Ryan’s show included.

Jaws & Paws July 10, Thursday - Freemont, OH Report: 7:15 am/Return: 6:30 pm $81 per person Includes: Tour President Rutherford B. Hayes Home & Museum, lunch, visit kennels & watch Jaws With Paws Police Demo, Tour Mad River Railroad Museum.

Carlisle Inn Theatre’s Confession

July 24, Thursday - Sugar Creek, OH Report: 9:00 am/Return: 6:00 pm $83 per person Includes: Buffet lunch & show, a musical story of a young girl searching for her roots.

Henry Ford Adventure

August 13 & 14, Wednesday & Thursday - Detroit, MI Report: 6:30 am/Return: 7:00 pm $289 Single $237 Double $219 Triple $210 Quad Includes: Room at Comfort Inn (Dearborn), taxes, & baggage handling, 1 breakfast, dinner at Tour of Edsel & Eleanor Ford’s House, meal gratuity, admission to Henry Ford Museum & Greenfield Village, $10 fun money, transportation package in the Village.

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Presque Isle Casino

NOTE! Change from the “Senior Bus Trip” booklet and the Tattler - due to weather concerns. March 24, Monday - Erie, PA Report: 8:30 am/Return: 6pm $27 per person Includes: Bonus $25 slots, No rest stops en route.

Belterra Casino

NOTE! Change from the “Senior Bus Trip” booklet and the Tattler. This trip is being moved to October. Look for details in our Fall/Winter Brochure.

Rivers Casino April 7, Monday - Pittsburgh, PA Report: 8:00 am/Return: 8:30 pm $30 per person Bonus: $15 slots, $5 food. Short rest stop en route on own.

Columbus Hollywood Casino May 1, Thursday - Columbus, OH $29 per person Report: 8:00 am/Return: 8:00pm Bonus: $15 slots, no rest stops en route.

Seneca Niagara & Seneca Allegany Casinos May 20 & 21, Tuesday & Wednesday - Niagara Falls, NY, Salamanca, NY Single $221 per person Double $151 per person Report: 6:30 am/Return: 9:00pm Includes hotel, taxes, baggage handling at Niagara. Niagara bonus - $50 slots, $20 food, Allegany - $20 slots, $5 food. Meals/rest stops en route on own.

Toledo Holly wood Casino

June 12, Thursday - Toledo, OH $29 per person Report: 8:30 am/Return: 7:00 pm Bonus $10 slots, no rest stops en route.

Jimmy Sturr at Soaring Eagle & Firekeepers Casino July 14 & 15, Monday & Tuesday Mt. Pleasant & BattleCreek, MI Report: 7:00 am/Return: 10:00 pm Single $195 per person Double $146 per person Triple $138 per person Includes: Show, hotel, taxes, baggage handling at Soaring Eagle, stop at Firekeepers Casino. Meal/rest stops en route on own. Soaring Eagle Bonus - $30 slots, $20 food Firekeepers Bonus - $20 slots , $5 food.

Mountaineer Casino July 30, Wednesday - Chester, WV Report: 8:30 am/Return: 7:00 pm $31 per person Bonus $25 slots, no rest stops en route.

Meadows Casino August 26, Tuesday - Meadows Land, PA Report: 8:30 am/Return: 8:30 pm Bonus $20 slots, short stop en route on own.

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Boston Knolls Park—107 Weathervane Drive, accessible by a walkway off of Berkeley Lane.

Bridgeport Park—404 Winchester Lane, accessible by walkway off of Portsmouth Drive.

Dog Park— Accessible from Cross Creek Drive

Heritage Farm—4613 Laurel Road

Hopkins Park—3089 Laurel Road / 1721 Diana Drive. Accessible by car from either Laurel Road

or Diana Drive, both of which provide parking, or by walkway off of Barbara Drive.

James Park—3602 James Boulevard

Mooney Park—1980 Windsor Drive

Neura Park—4637 Center Road

North Park—3595 Grafton Road with walkway access from several

subdivisions as well as a connector trail to Boston Knolls Park.

Pepperwood Park—555 Linden Drive/625 Pepperwood Drive

Pumpkin Ridge Park—3062 Grafton Road., accessible by walkways off

of Salem Lane and Marguerite Way

Rolling Hills—787 Westminster Drive. Walkways to the various parcels that make up this park

are found off of Ambrose Drive, Canterbury Drive, and Angela Lane

Shenandoah Park—4036 Roanoke Drive, accessible by walkway off of New Market Trail

Venus—3901 Venus Drive, accessible by walkway off of Crestview Oval, Claythorne Place, and

Magnolia Drive

The City of Brunswick park system has 20+ parks and

areas with a total of 335 acres for the enjoyment of our residents and their

guests. These are divided into community parks, neighborhood parks and

undeveloped areas. The parks feature a mix of both passive and active amenities.

The Brunswick City park system provides an accessible place to enjoy nature, improve health,

reduce crime, and create community pride while preserving property value.

Visit the website for more detailed information on each park

http://www.brunswick.oh.us/Parks-and-Rec/Parks/parks.html

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The City of Brunswick park system

has three parks with pavilions available to the public as private rentals

for a small fee. These are great locations for graduation parties, school picnics,

corporate and family events. Pavilions are at Hopkins, Neura, and North Park.

RATES

Resident

Weekday—$55.00

Weekend—$110.00

Non-resident

Weekday—$55.00

Weekend—$165.00

Contact Candy Relic at 330-273-8000, option 6, or crelic@brunswick.oh.us

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Susan Hambley Nature Center

Nestled in the trees at Brunswick Lake, the Susan Hambley Nature Center is operated by the Medina County Park District in partnership with the City of Brunswick. Built in 2008, the facility was funded with a grant from the State of Ohio and is named in memory of Brunswick resident and councilwoman Susan Hambley. During her lifetime, Susan was an inspiration to all as she battled Muscular Dystrophy while remaining active in community affairs.

Brunswick Lake City Park totals over 79 acres including the fifty-acre lake. The nature center is located in a portion of the property which was spared from development over the years. As a result, there is an impressive stand of beech, maple, oak and ash trees, some of which are over 200 years old. Visitors can explore the wooded area on a one-half mile hiking trail which was created with the help of the Brunswick High School Track and cross country teams. The trail winds through the forest passing near wetlands. Turtles, frogs, wood ducks and mink inhabit the area. In the spring, a broad array of wild flowers can be found at the site.

Park District naturalists operate the facility and provide numerous program opportunities at the site throughout the year. For questions regarding programs at the Nature Center, please contact Shelley Tender, program coordinator, at stender@medinaco.org.

Saturday, March 1st & 8th and Sunday, March 2nd & 9th Frog-art - 12 to 5 p.m. By the end of March, frogs should be singing in the ponds. Drop in to the nature center for a variety of frog crafts for kids of all ages. Supplies provided. All ages welcome. No registration required. Free.

Saturday, March 22nd & 29th and Sunday, March 23rd and 30th Meet the Animals - 12 to 5 p.m. Our nature center is home to many animals including snakes, turtles, fish, a toad, a frog, cockroaches, and a worm farm. Come in and learn all about their habits, care, and life histories. Activities will be set up each day from Noon to 5 p.m. There will also be a live animal presentation with the naturalist at 2 p.m. All ages welcome. No registration required. Free.

Saturday, April 5th & 12th and Sunday, April 6th & 13th Fossil Hunter - 12 to 5 p.m. Did you ever want to be a fossil hunter? Come view a variety of plant and animal fossils that have been found in our area from 350,000 million years old to a mere 10,000 years old. See some real fossils, learn about how fossils are formed, and do some fossil activities. All ages welcome. No registration required. Free.

Saturday, April 19th & 26th and Sunday, April 27 Your Home, Your Town, Your World - 12 to 5 p.m. April is “Earth Month” -- come celebrate with us! There will be crafts and activities to show how we can all protect our resources and

enhance our living everyday. No registration required. All ages welcome. Free.

May Saturday & Sunday Hurray for May! - Susan Hambley Nature Center - 12 to 5 p.m. Spring is the perfect time for a chance to get out of the house and explore. Check back each weekend for new activities and crafts. All ages welcome. No registration required. Free.

Saturday, May 17 - Eco-Arts Chalk Festival - 10 a.m. Come join Medina County Park District as we host the 9th Annual Eco-Arts Chalk Festival at Susan Hambley Nature Center. Bring along your imagination to create chalk drawing masterpieces for prizes that will be awarded in each of the following categories: best elementary, best middle school, best high school, best adult, and best group entries. Pat Catan’s Craft Centers sponsors this free community event with chalk and prizes. Online registration is encour-aged so we can obtain the appropriate amount of supplies, but registrations will be taken on event day as well. When registering, please indicate your entry preference by choosing from one of the five category options. If you are participating as a group, please be sure to register each person in your group. All ages welcome. Register by May 16. Free.

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Plum Creek Park North

GPS Coordinates—North: N 41 12’ 33.750 West: W 081 48’ 26.934

Tuesday, March 11 - Creative Concoctions for Preschoolers - Plum Creek Park North - 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. Our younger park friends are invited to create mysterious mixtures and make marvelous messes in this fun, hands-on discovery program. Come experi-ment with combinations of ordinary ingredients to create something fun. All supplies are provided; come dressed for mess! Ages 3 to 6. Register between February 10 and March 10. Free.

Tuesday, March 11 - Homeschoolers Outdoor Education: Signs of Spring - Plum Creek Park North - 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. Spring is almost here, and it’s everywhere you look, from the Tree Swallows returning from the south to the smiles on people’s faces! We’ll start at the shelter to learn about the first signs of spring and then hike the trails to look for these signs. Dress for the weather. Ages 7 to 12. Registration is open until filled. Free for Medina County residents. There is a $3 fee for non-county participants.

Sunday, April 6 - K-9 Kapers - Plum Creek Park North - 3 p.m. K-9 Kapers provides dog owners with an opportunity to socialize their pets with other dogs. These alternative hikes will interest both the dog and its owner while offering exercise and fun. All dogs must have an accompanying adult and eight-foot leash (non-retractable). Participants

must maintain control of their dogs at all times. We recommend bringing a towel for muddy feet and a water bowl. All ages wel-come. No registration required. Free.

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The 1.5-mile nature trail at Plum Creek offers visitors a chance to enjoy the scenic mature forest located on this property. An

improved loop trail connects the north and south sections of the park. The park offers an enclosed picnic shelter on the north

side available by reservation. This facility is heated and air conditioned to provide a great place for your family reunion or

meeting. An open-air shelter can also be reserved on this side of the park. The south side offers an open-air shelter for group use

by reservation. It also has a playground for children. Individual tables and grills are located on both sides of the park for your

enjoyment. Both the north and south shelters are fully accessible via paved paths. Also, two fishing ponds can be found at Plum

Creek. Stocked periodically by the park district, your family will enjoy their peaceful settings.

Princess Ledges Nature Preserve GPS Coordinates—North: N 41 15' 53.880 • West: W 081 50' 33.954

This area is heavily wooded and offers an abundance of wildlife and wildflowers.

Extending more than 1,100 feet in length, these ledges significantly influence the

plant and animal life found here. This is an excellent spot for spring warbler watching

and wildflower photography. It also has a high-quality forest including mature oaks

and tulip poplars. At one time thousands of years ago, these cliffs were the shore for

Lake Erie.

Local contractors, park district staff, and volunteers worked together to create the parking lot, rest room, trail, and bridges that

enable the public to access the site. The design of this facility was centered around bringing people to the site with minimal dis-

ruption to the natural environment. Due to the topography of the site, handicap access to the trails is very limited. This 46-acre

preserve is located off Spruce Avenue in Brunswick Hills Township.

The Nature Trail is one mile in length and the Ledges Trail is .54 of a mile.

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The aquatic staff at The Brunswick Rec. Center hope that you and your child have a pleasant experience with the

Learn to Swim Program. If you have any questions about the lessons or your child’s progress, please contact

Dee Filimon, Aquatics Supervisor at 330-273-8000 x 2. There is always a certified lifeguard on deck for all classes.

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Swim Lessons and ProgramsSwim Lessons and ProgramsSwim Lessons and Programs

Preschool Swim Lessons This program builds swimming readiness by emphasizing fun in the water. For Sea Turtles parent involvement required. Children

participate in several guided practice sessions that help children learn elementary skills, including water entry, bubble blowing,

front & back kicking, front & back floating, underwater exploration and more. Member - $35/ Non-member - $55

Level Swim Lessons -Levels 1 - 6 This learn to swim program offers six comprehensive course levels that teach participants how to swim skillfully and safely. The

prerequisite for each level is successful demonstration of the skills taught in the preceding level. Beginners start at Level 1, which

has no prerequisite. To enter into level classes, you must be at least 5 years old. Member - $40/ Non-member - $65

Adult Shallow Water Exercise Class Spring - Monday, Wednesday, & Friday - 9:15am - 10:15am

Summer - Monday, Wednesday, & Friday - 7:55am - 8:55am

Adult Deep Water Exercise Class Spring - Monday, Wednesday - 9:15am - 10:15am, Friday - 8:00am- 9:00am

Summer - Monday, Wednesday, & Friday - 8:00am- 9:00am

Spring/Summer - Tuesday & Thursday Evening - 7:15pm - 8:15pm

L.I.F.T. Class - Low Impact Flexibility Training

The goal of this class is to improve mobility using water exercises which aid balance, endurance, strength and range

of motion. Individuals anticipating joint surgery will enjoy activities which support their preparation and compliment

re-hab. Arthritis patients will enjoy camaraderie with classmates who are experiencing

similar symptoms while working on their mobility and flexibility.

Spring - Monday, Wednesday, & Friday - 10:30am - 11:30am

Summer - Monday, Wednesday, & Friday - 3:45pm - 4:45pm

No Swim Lessons on

Saturday, April 19th

Water Exercise Class - 10 Class Punch Card

Members - $45/Non-members - $55

Adult Swim Lessons Saturdays 9:00 am - 9:50am 4/5 - 5/24 - For Beginners, teaches basic swimming skills and water acclimation.

Saturdays 9:00am - 9:50am 6/7 - 7/17 - For adults w/basic swimming skills who would like to learn strokes and deep water skills.

Member - $40/Non-member $65

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Sea Horses—Preschool - Ages 3 - 4

~Promotes water safety knowledge, acclimation to the water and socialization skills.

~Children will be in the water with the instructors.

~No swimming skills required.

~This class may be split on the first day to a beginners class and a more advanced

class if necessary.

A 4/5 - 5/24 * Saturday 12:30pm - 1:00pm

B 6/7 - 7/19 Saturday 12:30pm - 1:00pm

C 4/8 - 4/29 Tues & Thurs 9:00am - 9:30am

D 5/6 - 5/27 Tues & Thurs 9:00am - 9:30am

E 6/2 - 6/12 Mon thru Thurs 12:30pm - 1:00pm

F 6/23 - 7/3 Mon thru Thurs 12:30pm - 1:00pm

G 7/14 - 7/24 Mon thru Thurs 12:30pm - 1:00pm

*DISPOSABLE SWIM PANTS REQUIRED ON SWIMMERS

WHO ARE NOT TOILET TRAINED.

Sea Turtles

Infant/Toddler* - Ages 6-36 months

~Designed for Infants and Toddlers with no

previous water experience.

~Promotes water safety and acclimation.

~Parental involvement required throughout the

class.

~Promotes swimming readiness and basic skills.

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SEA TURTLES AND SEA HORSESSEA TURTLES AND SEA HORSESSEA TURTLES AND SEA HORSES

A 4/8 - 4/29 Tues & Thurs 4:40pm - 5:10pm

B 5/6 - 5/27 Tues & Thurs 4:40pm - 5:10pm

C 4/5 - 5/24 * Saturday 12:00pm - 12:30pm

D 6/7 - 7/19 Saturday 12:00pm - 12:30pm

E 4/8 - 4/29 Tues & Thurs 9:30am - 10:00am

F 5/6 - 5/27 Tues & Thurs 9:30am - 10:00am

G 6/2 - 6/12 Mon thru Thurs 12:00pm - 12:30pm

H 6/23 - 7/3 Mon thru Thurs 12:00pm - 12:30pm

I 7/14 - 7/24 Mon thru Thurs 12:00pm - 12:30pm

No Swim Lessons on Saturday, April 19th

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Level 1—Seals ~Students must be 5 years old to enter this class.

~Learn basic water skills and safety.

~Learn front and back floats. (assisted and unassisted)

~Work on forward progression with eyes, nose and mouth submerged.

Level 2—Otters ~Students must be able to float on their fronts and backs unassisted.

~Students must also be able to make forward progression, with their face in the water, for

approximately 5 yards, on front crawl and back crawl.

~Class is taught in the shallow water and the deep water.

~Learn comfort in the deep water with treading and jumping in.

Level 3—Sea Lions

~Students must be comfortable in the deep water, this class is taught in the deep.

~Students must be able to tread water for 1 minute and swim front and back crawl for approx.

10 yards in a leveled off position.

~Work on front crawl, back crawl, and elementary backstroke.

~Introduction to diving, butterfly and breast stroke.

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Seals Seals Seals --- Otters Otters Otters --- Sea LionsSea LionsSea Lions

Ages 5 and upAges 5 and upAges 5 and up

A 4/8 - 4/29 Tues & Thurs 5:10pm - 6:00pm

B 4/8 - 4/29 Tues & Thurs 6:00pm - 6:50pm

C 5/6 - 5/27 Tues & Thurs 5:10pm - 6:00pm

D 5/6 - 5/27 Tues & Thurs 6:00pm - 6:50pm

E 4/5 - 5/24 Saturday* 10:00am - 10:50am

F 4/5 - 5/24 Saturday* 11:00am - 11:50am

G 6/7 - 7/19 Saturday 10:00am - 10:50am

H 6/7 - 7/19 Saturday 11:00am - 11:50am

I 6/2 - 6/12 Mon - Thurs 10:00am - 10:50am

J 6/2 - 6/12 Mon - Thurs 11:00am - 11:50am

K 6/23 - 7/3 Mon - Thurs 10:00am - 10:50am

L 6/23 - 7/3 Mon - Thurs 11:00am - 11:50am

M 7/14 - 7/24 Mon - Thurs 10:00am - 10:50am

N 7/14 - 7/24 Mon - Thurs 11:00am - 11:50am

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Dolphins Dolphins Dolphins --- Polar Bears Polar Bears Polar Bears --- FitnessFitnessFitness

Schedule for Level 4 Schedule for Level 4 Schedule for Level 4 --- DolphinsDolphinsDolphins

Schedule for level 5 & Level 6Schedule for level 5 & Level 6Schedule for level 5 & Level 6

Polar Bears Polar Bears Polar Bears --- FitnessFitnessFitness

A 4/8 - 4/29 Tues & Thurs 5:10pm - 6:00pm

B 5/6 - 5/27 Tues & Thurs 5:10pm - 6:00pm

C 4/5 - 5/24 Saturday * 9:00am - 9:50am

D 4/5 - 5/24 Saturday * 11:00am - 11:50am

E 6/7 - 7/19 Saturday 9:00am - 9:50am

F 6/7 - 7/19 Saturday 11:00am - 11:50am

G 6/2 - 6/12 Mon - Thurs 9:00am - 9:50am

H 6/2 - 6/12 Mon - Thurs 11:00am - 11:50am

I 6/23 - 7/3 Mon - Thurs 9:00am - 9:50am

J 6/23 - 7/3 Mon - Thurs 11:00am - 11:50am

K 7/14 - 7/24 Mon - Thurs 9:00am - 9:50am

L 7/14 - 7/24 Mon - Thurs 11:00am - 11:50am

Level 5 - Polar Bears

~ Students must show ability for increased distances in front

crawl, back crawl, elementary backstroke and butterfly.

~ Introduced to flip turns.

~Continue working on sidestroke and butterfly

~ Build endurance.

Level 4 - Dolphins

~ Students should be able to do a coordinated front

crawl with rhythmic breathing, and the back crawl.

~ Students should be able to understand and

complete the elementary back stroke and breast

stroke basics.

~ Continue to perfect front crawl, back crawl,

elementary back stroke and breast stroke.

~ Introduction to the butterfly and sidestroke kicks.

~ Improve distances.

Level 6 - Endurance & Fitness

~ Work on fitness swimming, distance

swimming, turns and diving.

~ This class is for all stroke refinement,

lifeguard readiness, and water safety.

No Swim Lessons on

Saturday, April 19th

A 4/8 - 4/29 Tues & Thurs 6:00pm - 6:50pm

B 5/6 - 5/27 Tues & Thurs 6:00pm - 6:50pm

C 4/5 - 5/24 Saturday* 9:00am - 9:50am

D 6/7 - 7/19 Saturday 9:00am - 9:50am

E 6/2 - 6/12 Mon - Thurs 9:00am - 9:50am

F 6/23 - 7/3 Mon - Thurs 9:00am - 9:50am

G 7/14 - 7/24 Mon - Thurs 9:00am - 9:50am