St. Albans Recreation Department

Program Guide Fall/Winter 2011-2012

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Video Launch Party “Sea of Love”

Saturday November 5, 20117:00-8:00 PM at St. Albans City Hall

Everyone Welcome!

Join the fun..see the video, sample the refreshments, enjoy your friends

and neighbors film debut!

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Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides All Ages

We’re delighted to offer horse drawn wagon/sleigh rides at Hard’ack again this year. The sleigh is a rustic “box” sleigh with hay bale seating. Each ride is about 20-30 minutes long and will take you through beautiful Vermont Scenery. A perfect way to celebrate the season with family and friends, and a great treat for out of town guests!Whether it’s a sleigh or wagon ride will depend upon the conditions and is at the sole discretion of the driver. Either will be a delight. Bundle up for the season and bring blankets to make it a truly enjoyable event.Want to reserve the entire sleigh for just your group? You can do that too. See the options below and be sure to contact the recreation office to reserve and confirm your spot.

Date: Sunday December 18, 2011 Time: 1:00 -4:00 pmLocation: Hard’ack Recreation Area-Nature Trails

Adult Sleigh Ride

Child Sleigh Ride

Private Sleigh Ride

18 - 99 2 - 17 All Ages$8 Resident

$10 Non-Resident$5 Resident

$6 Non-Resident$100 Resident

$120 Non-Resident

Date: Friday December 30, 2011Time: 2:00 -6:00 pmLocation: Hard’ack Recreation Area-Nature Trail

Adult Sleigh Ride

Child Sleigh Ride

Private Sleigh Ride

18 - 99 2 - 17 All Ages$8 Resident

$10 Non-Resident$5 Resident

$6 Non-Resident$100 Resident

$120 Non-Resident

St. Patrick’s Day ParadeBe a part of St. Albans Recreation Department’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade!We’re looking for volunteers to help organize and participate in this event. A fun, short, spirited parade winding through downtown with lots of fun events, dining and socializing opportunities after the parade in downtown St. Albans. We’re also in need of businesses/groups to partner with both financially and with manpower to make this happen- So hop on the wagon (so to speak!)

New This Year! • Kid’s Parade! Get your friends, club or team together and decorate your bike, wagon or scooter! Must be St. Patrick’s day theme and the more the merrier! • Contact the office at 524-1500 x266 to let us know you’d like to participate

Full Moon HikesEveryone

A winter Full Moon Hike and Marshmallow Roast! When was the last time you went out into the woods at night? Creatures normally hidden during the day are active in the dark. In the moonlight, the woods take on a mysterious beauty. Join us for nighttime adventure in the woods. Let your eyes adjust to the darkness around you. Brave the moonlit path to explore wilderness after dark. The moon above and the brilliant snow beneath our feet will provide all the light we need. The hike is a moderate 2.5 mile walk through the wooded lower trails at Hard’ack. Perfect for the whole family. A toasty fire and marshmallow roast will await your return at the warming shack at the base of the hill. These winter night walks will make you feel like a kid again. Snowshoes are available, contact the office to reserve 524-1500 x266 - Thanks St. Albans Rotary Club! Dress for the weather top to bottom! Hats, scarves, mittens and warm, water proof footwear - it’s no fun with wet feet! Port-o-let on site at Hard’ack (unheated) Go before you leave home.

Date: January 9, February 7, and March 8, Time: 6:00 - 7:30 pmLocation: Hard’ack Lower Hiking TrailsFees: One Person $4 R, $6 NR Family $15 R, $20 NR (immediate members only)

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Easter Egg Hunt in Taylor ParkSponsored by Barry CallebautAges 8 and Under

Each spring the St. Albans Recreation Department together with Barry Callebaut and dozens of donations and volunteers sponsors an Easter Egg Hunt in Taylor Park in Downtown St. Albans. The hunt starts at 10:00 am sharp and is over quickly, so make sure you’re there early! The starting point is the sidewalk along Main St.Businesses, groups, families and individuals wishing to make cash, candy, plastic egg, or time donations would be greatly appreciated! Contact the recreation office at 524-1500 x266

Date: Saturday April 7, 2012Time: 10:00 amLocation: Taylor Park, Downtown St. AlbansRain Location: St. Albans City Hall Gym (11:30)Fee: Free!

Father Daughter Gala and Silent AuctionAll Ages

An evening of elegance and fun for dads and their daughters. This formal affair is a fund raising event for The St. Albans Recreation Department. Dads and their daughters will be treated to refreshments, beautiful atmosphere, music, and dancing. It will be an evening not soon forgotten and your participation will help support recreation activities in our community. This event is not limited to dads; uncles, granddads, and friends can serve as escorts for special ladies. Fun silent auction items too! We realize this is a school night, but once in a while it’s okay to stay up a little late for a special evening with your dad!There will plenty of room to dance, peruse the silent auction items, and socialize.If you have an item or gift certificate you’d like to donate for the silent auction, please contact the recreation office at 524-1500 x266.

Tickets are required and limited. Silent Auction will close at 8:00 pm.

Date: Thursday, February 16, 2012Time: 6:00 - 8:30 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $45.00 per pair, additional girls $15.00 each

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Birthday PartiesAges 1 -99

Have your birthday party at City Hall Gym! Want a big place with lots of room to run around? Our gym is perfect! Recreation Staff will run games, activities and supply the equipment. You invite the guests, bring any decorations or food you’d like, and our staff will keep the kids occupied with fun, age appropriate activities including: face painting, twistee animal balloons, basketball, floor games, hula hoops, obstacle courses, floor hockey, soccer, fat bat, dodge ball - almost anything you can think of. • Call the office to reserve your date, then pay online or send in a check. • No pets • No alcoholic beveragesDays: SaturdaysLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumTime: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm, 1.5 hour party slots

Party in the gym $85 R, $102 NRZumba Party $110 R, $135 NRParty in the gym with jumpy house $160 R, $195 NR

The fees listed above include up to 20 children, addition fee for over 20 are listed below:

# of Kids Additional Fees21-39 Kids $2540-59 Kids $4560-79 Kids $6580-100 Kids $85

American Red Cross Baby Sitting CourseAges 11 - 15

American Red Cross Babysitter’s Training is fun and fast-paced with hands-on activities, exciting video, role-plays and lively discussions. You will learn to be the best babysitter on the block. Plus, you’ll gain the confidence to make smart decisions and stay safe in any babysitting situation.

Participants will receive text book, emergency reference guide, and CD of useful tools and games to take home. Participants should pack a lunch and bring a beverage.

February 18, 2012 March 24, 2012 April 21, 2012

Time: Saturday 9:00 am - 3:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall - 2nd Floor Meeting RoomFee: $85 Resident, $102 Non-Resident

Boston Bruins Hockey TripAll Bruins Hockey Fans

Game tickets and round trip bus ride aboard Luxury Premiere Coach to Boston for the last game of the season between 2011 Stanley Cup Champions Boston Bruins vs. Buffalo Sabres on Fan Appreciation Day at the Garden. Pricing includes ticket and transportation to and from game with a couple of hours before the game to relax, explore Boston, dine, etc. *Important Note • No one under the age of 18 will be allowed to board the bus without an adult over 21 as their traveling companion. No exceptions. You will not be allowed to board the bus regardless if you have purchased a ticket. Please make arrangements in advance to avoid disappointment.

Date: Saturday, April 7, 2012Game Time: 3:00 pmBus Schedule: Depart St. Albans from Collins Perley Sports and Fitness Center at 8:00 am, Depart Boston 7:00 pm, arrive back in St. Albans 11:00 pmBalcony Seats: $140 per personLodge Seats: $ 225 per person

2011 Charitable Donation

Need to make a charitable donation? Want to make a charitable donation? Did you run out of time? We can help you out while you’re helping us out! You can make a tax deductible donation to the St. Albans Recreation Department. THANKS FOR YOUR CONSIDERATION- EVERY AMOUNT IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!Donations • If you’d like your donation to go to a particular program or area of Recreation, just send an email to k.viens@stalbansvt.com, or give the office a call at 524-1500 x266 and we’ll be sure your donation is directed to area you choose. • You will be able to print a receipt immediately, or contact the office for a printed receipt of your donation. Our tax number is printed on each receipt.

Boston TripEveryone

Spend the Day in Boston! Spend a beautiful spring day in Boston and leave the driving to us! Leaving Collins Perley Sports and Fitness Center at 8:00am Saturday morning, arriving in Boston at noon. Departs Boston at 7 pm and arrives back in St.Albans at 11 pm. Roundtrip transportation aboard Premier Coach.

Take in all the sights Boston has to offer: The Aquarium, Museums, History, Theater, Restaurants, Sports, Shopping... Have a blast then relax all the way home. No parking/driving issues or costs!Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult 21 or over. No person under the age of 18 will be allowed to board the bus without a 21+ year old traveling companion regardless of whether you have purchased a ticket. No refund will be given for said purchases. Please make arrangements ahead of time to avoid disappointment. • Seating is limited- reserve your spot today!

Date: Saturday, April 7, 2012

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Vacation Day Camps Have a blast with us during school vacations! We’ll be playing games, making new friends (and seeing old ones), making great art, sledding, bowling, hitting movies, going on field trips, and having great entertainment presentations.• Vacation Day Camps are Tree Nut Free. No Nut Products/food allowed. • Each camper must pack a lunch, snacks, and beverages. • Bring boots, outdoor clothing, mittens, hats, rain wear - Dress for the weather, we’ll be spending part of each day outdoors.• Label all items with your camper’s name. • No electronic games, cell phone use or other devices. Cell phone may be brought to camp, used only under the supervision of a counselor and will remain in back pack at all other times.

Turkey Camp (4 days only)

November 21-November 25, 2011

$140 R, $168 NR

December Micro Blast Camp

December 26-December 30, 2011

$176 R, $201 NR

Fabulous February Camp

February 27- March 2, 2012

$176 R, $201 NR

Awesome April Camp

April 23-April 27, 2012

$176 R, $201 NR

Time: 7:30 am - 4:30 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall Gymnasium

Rotary Kids Night Out!Ages 5-14

A great time for the kids- A night out for you! An evening of fun - Games, Movie, Snack, lots of running around - all supervised by St. Albans Recreation Staff.Some free time for you- catch a movie, meet friends, have dinner and take a walk around downtown and Taylor Park - or just go home and enjoy the peace and quiet of your own home!

Due to the continuing generosity of the St. Albans Rotary Club, the St. Albans Recreation Department was able to purchase a DVD projector to show movies on the “big screen”. All movie choices will be PG.

• Each child must be registered in advance. • This makes a great gift!

Dates: March 4, 2012 and April 20, 2012Drop Off Time: 6:30 pmPick Up Time: 9:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumAdvance Registration Fee: $10 Resident, $12 Non-Resident Same Day Registration Fee: $15 Resident, $18 Non-Resident

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5th Annual St. Albans Winter CarnivalEveryone

A fantastic weekend of outdoor fun with games, contests, fireworks, races and all kinds of outdoor adventure for the whole family.Tentative Schedule of Events:Friday, February 105:30 pm Torch Run6:00 pm - Evening Activities at Hard’ack begin:Light the “H” at Hard’ackTorchlight ParadeFree Family BBQ sponsored by St. Albans Elks Club6:00-9:00 - Hard’Ack SlopeStyle Competition....Hard’Ack SlopeStyle Competition is open to skiers and snowboarders and is split into two divisions: Junior (13 and under) and Senior (14 and over). This is a jam format competition, which allows the athletes to run the course at their won pace and style. Judges will be scoring the riders at each kicker and rail slide throughout the competition. Prizes will be awarded to the top three competitors of each division. The music will be pumping, the tow rope will be flying, come watch our local talent throw down!!!! A release form must be signed in advance of the competition.Saturday, February 119:30 am Light the Torch9:45 am- Kid’s Fun Run10:00 am 5K Poker Runnoon-2pm - Horse Drawn Sleigh Rides2:00 Amazing Race2:30 Announcement of Snowman Contest WinnersOngoing 3 on 3 Hockey TournamentSunday, February 1211:00 am Light the Torch12:00 pm 5K Classic XC Race1:00 pm Alpine Events2:30 pm Ace Duct Tape Derby5:30 Fireworks!Ongoing 3 on 3 Hockey Tournament

* Registration is required for Duct Tape Downhill Derby, SlopeStyle Competition, Nordic and Alpine Events, Snowman Contest, 5k Poker Fun Run, and Amazing Race.

5K Poker RunAges 12 +

Date: Saturday, February 11, 10:00- 11:30amLocation: Hard’ack Recreation Area. Main Soccer Field Fee: $15 Resident, $18 Non-Resident

Duct Tape Derby

Date: Sunday, February 12, 2:00 - 4:00 pmLocation: Hard’ack Recreation Area-Main Soccer FieldFee: $10 Resident, $12 Non-Resident

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Aqua JoggingAge 14 +

St. Albans Recreation is happy to be working with Fitness Zone Pool to offer Aqua Jogging Classes this fall and winter! Aqua Jogging is a refreshing, non-impact aerobic workout. Exercise that’s easy on your back and joints. No swimming ability necessary, just a basic level of comfort in the water. Each participant wears a flotation belt to keep in the proper position in the water. What a great, fun way to get exercise over the hectic holiday season! Registration is by the month. All equipment is provided. Participants need a swim suit and towel. You can also use your St. Albans Recreation Fitness Punch Card as payment. Aqua Jogging is included in NMC and FCSU employees wellness benefits.

Registration: RequiredDates: Tuesday and ThursdayTime: 6:00 - 7:00pmLocation: Fitness Zone PoolNovember 1 - November 29, 2011 (no class on Thanksgiving)

$65 Residents,$78 Non-Residents

December 1 - December 29, 2011 $75 Residents,$90 Non-Residents

January 3 - January 31, 2012 $75 Residents,$90 Non-Residents

Swim Team TrainingAges 5-19

Geared towards swimmers who swim competitively or have an interest to do so. Your child doesn’t have to be a member of the swim team to participate. The Clinic will be held at Fitness Zone Pool on North Main Street in St. Albans. The program focuses on conditioning and race technique and will run Mondays and Thursdays. There will be 2 sessions each day. Sessions are divided by ability - not age. Not sure which session to enroll in? Contact us at the office 524-1500 x266 or k.viens@stalbansvt.com and we’ll run it by the coach. This program will continue through the winter into spring until the St. Albans City Pool is open and practices can begin there. Get in shape, keep in shape and start the season in top form!

Session I 4-4:50pm - Intermediate Swimmers. Includes experienced swimmers. Swimmer must be able to swim 25 yards frontcrawl and backstroke to participate.

Session II 5:00-6:00pm - Advanced Swimmers. Swimmer must be able to swim all 4 competitive strokes legally. This group swims 1500-2000 yards each practice. (60-80 laps) 3-4 laps every 3 minutes. Focus is on conditioning and perfecting strokes. Training intensity is kicked up a notch.

• Enrollment is limited - register today! • There are no meets associated with this program. This is purely a training program • No clinic the week of Thanksgiving Nov. 21-25 • No clinic the week of Winter Vacation February 27 - March 6 • No clinic the week of Spring Vacation April 23 - April 27

Time: Monday - Thursday Intermediate 4:00-4:50pm Advanced 5:00-6:00pmLocation: Fitness Zone PoolInstructor: Tom Koldys - St. Albans Sharks Swim Team Coach

Fall Swim Winter SwimNovember 1 - December 22 January 3 - February 23

$120 Resident $145 Non-Resident

$137 Resident $164 Non-Resident

Spring Swim PreSeason SwimMarch 8 - April 19 May 1 - June 7

$110 Resident$135 Non-Resident

$110 Resident$135 Non-Resident

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Basketball - Women’s Pick UpWomen 18 +

Pick up basketball. Low key, friendly exercise. Teams will be formed each evening. All participants must be registered in advance to play. No drop ins. No basketball February 12. See you at the carnival!

Date: January 8 - February 26, 2012 Time: Sundays 6:00 - 7:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $30 Resident , $36 Non-Resident

Basketball - Boys Grades 1 and 2Boys - Grades 1 and 2

Boys grades one and two play together on teams. The program is designed to focus on game basics, fun, drills, and skill development. There are no games at this level. Each group gets together to practice once a week at St. Albans City Hall Gym. Coaches are needed. Please volunteer by contacting the St. Albans Recreation Office at 524-1500x266There are usually two groups of grade 1 and 2 boys. Both play on Saturday afternoons. One at 5:30 - 6:30, the other at 6:30 - 7:30pm • Each participant receives a T-shirt. • Registration fees go up $10 on 12/15/11 • No basketball on Saturday, February 11, 2012. See you at the carnival!!

Date: January 7, 2012 - March 10, 20112Time: 5:30 - 7:30 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $62 Resident , $74 Non-Resident

Basketball - Boys Grades 3 and 4Boys - Grades 3 and 4

Boys grades three and four will play on their own team. Emphasis is on game basics, fun drills, and skill development. Each group will play a couple of very low key games towards the end of their season. The teams practice twice a week on Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons. There are usually 2 sessions, one will practice Friday 7-8 pm and Sunday 2-3pm. The other 8-9pm on Friday and Sunday 1-2pm. • Each Participant receives a T-shirt. • Registration fees go up $10 on 12/15/11 • No basketball on Sunday, February 12, 2012. See you at the carnival!!

Date: January 6, 2012 - March 11, 20112Time: Fridays 7:00-9:00 pm, Sundays 1:00-3:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $63 Resident , $75 Non-Resident

Basketball - Girls Grades 1 and 2Girls - Grades 1 and 2

Girls grades one and two will play on their own team. Emphasis is on game basics, fun, drills, and skill development. There are no games at this level. Groups get together once a week at St. Albans City Hall Gym. • Each participant receives a T-Shirt • Registration fees go up $10 on 12/15/11 • No basketball on Saturday, February 11, 2012. See you at the carnival!!

Date: January 7, 2012 - March 10, 20112Time: 4:30 - 5:30 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $63 Resident , $75 Non-Resident

Basketball - Girls Grades 3 and 4Girls Grades 3 and 4

Girls grades three and four will play on their own team. Emphasis is on game basics, fun drills, and skill development. Each group will play a couple of very low key games towards the end of their season. The groups get together twice a week on Friday evenings and Sunday afternoons. • Each Participant receives a T-shirt. • Registration fees go up $10 on 12/15/11 • No basketball on Sunday, February 12, 2012. See you at the carnival!!

Date: January 6, 2012 - March 11, 20112Time: Fridays 5:00-7:00 pm, Sundays 3:00-5:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $63 Resident , $75 Non-Resident

Basketball - KindergartenCoeds in Kindergarten

Emphasis will focus on fun drills, game basics, and skill development. Practices only - no games at this level. Practices will be on Saturday and one afternoon/evening per week depending on the coach’s availability. • Each participant will receive a T-shirt. • Registration fees go up $10 on 12/15/11 • No basketball on Saturday, February 11, 2012. See you at the carnival!!

Date: January 7, 2012 - March 10, 20112Time: 3:30 - 4:30 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $58 Resident , $69 Non-Resident

Basketball - Start Smart Coed 4 Year Old’s

This coed program for 4 year old’s is designed to introduce the basic concepts of the game using smaller balls and shorter baskets. Practices only, no games. Parental support is essential at this level. Coaches are needed. Please indicate when registering if you are willing to coach a team - Thanks! • Each participant will receive a T-shirt. • Registration fees go up $10 on 12/15/11 • No basketball on Saturday, February 11, 2012. See you at the carnival!!

Date: January 7, 2012 - March 10, 2012Time: Saturdays 2:30 - 3:20 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $58 Resident , $69 Non-Resident

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Basketball- Men’s Pick UpMen 18 +

Pick up basketball. Low key, friendly exercise. Teams will be formed each evening. All participants must be registered in advance to play. No drop ins. No basketball February 12. See you at the carnival!

Date: January 8 - February 26, 2012 Time: Sundays 6:00 - 7:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $30 Resident , $36 Non-Resident

QuickStart TennisAges 5-10

QuickStart is a new format to help kids ten and under learn and play the game. To make it easier for them, we’ve changed a few things. The court sizes, the racquet sizes, the balls, the scoring system - even the net height. Any child between the ages of 5-10 can start playing tennis almost immediately - even if he or she has never picked up a racquet before. Kids will have fun playing with their friends and develop skills that will become the foundation of their game. Its a great way to introduce kids to the game!All equipment is provided. Kids need to bring tennis shoes (sneakers). Please don’t wear them - bring them - so they are clean and dry. No boots or stocking feet allowed on the courts. Only kids registered for programming are allowed on the court.

Date: Mondays February 6 - March 26, 2012 Location: St. Albans City Hall Gymnasium

Ages 4-5 3:45- 4:30pm $48 Resident$58 Non-Resident

Ages 6 - 10 4:30 - 5:30pm $52 Resident$62 Non-Resident

*No tennis on Monday February 27 or March 5

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Vermont Voltage Indoor SoccerAges 4-18

This is an eight session, skill development program being run by the Vermont Voltage Professional Soccer Academy that helps players to sharpen their skills in preparation for the spring season and beyond. Players are grouped according to ability level and age to create the appropriately challenging training environment. Basic skills and tactical principles are addressed in small-sided situations to help players learn how to apply their skills and make quicker and better decisions in games. • No wet boots or shoes - Dry indoor sneakers only

Date: Wednesdays Oct 26, 2011 - December 14, 2011Time: Ages 4-9 3:45 - 4:35 pm Ages 10- 18 4:45 - 5:45Location: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $60 Resident , $72 Non-Resident

Afternoon HoopsGrades 9-12

Pick up Basketball in the afternoon for High School Students! And it’s FREE! This program is funded by a grant through Senator Sander’s Office. The grant supports activities encouraging positive and healthy choices for kids in our area. All participants must be currently enrolled in a Franklin County High School.Everyone welcome. Each participant MUST Register to play. Kids wanting to play can stop in the recreation office in City Hall, or call at 524-1500 x266 to register. Program does not run during school vacation. • Each participant must display good sportsmanship, language and positive behavior. • Those not meeting these expectations will not be allowed to participate.

Date: November 1, 2011 - March 9, 2012 Time: Tuesdays and Fridays, 2:30 - 3:45 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: None

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Hard’ack Ski ~ Ride ~ Skate ~ Sliding Recreation HillFun For All Ages

Hard’ack with it’s nearly 700 feet of rope tow, combines affordability with great local access for families to enjoy a Vermont tradition. Downhill skiing, snowboarding, skating, sliding and cross-country skiing can all be enjoyed at Hard’ack. The ski hill and towrope will be operated and supervised during specific hours of operation. There is no charge to use Hard’ack, but donations are graciously accepted. You can make your tax deductible check out to: Hard’ack Association, c/o Tim Hurlbut 375 Lake Road Suite 2A St. Albans, VT 05478

Hill Schedule - Beginning January 15, 2012. (Weather Dependant) Times are subject to change. • Fridays 4:00 - 9:00 pm • Saturdays 10:00 am - 9:00 pm • Sunday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm • School Vacations 10:00 am - 7:00 pm

Rotary Snowshoe RentalsAges 3 +

Did you know St. Albans Recreation department has snowshoes available for rent?

Due to a generous grant from the St. Albans Rotary Club the St. Albans Recreation Department is able to offer these snowshoes for you and your family to rent.

We have children, women and men’s sizes. There are great trails at Hard’ack, or you can go out on your own and make your own fun. Subject to availability. • To reserve call the Office at 524-1500 x266 • When you call to reserve your shoes, you need to have a rough idea of the height of each person. • You can reserve over the phone, and pay on line if you like. Just let us know what works for you.

Location: St. Albans Recreation Department OfficeFee: Adults - $7 Resident, $9 Non-Resident Child(3-17) - $5 Resident, $6 Non-Resident

Ski and Ride LessonsAges 5 - 16

Learn to ski & ride at Hard’ack. BFA Varsity Ski Team Coach Steve Wunsch and ski team members and BFA Snowboard Club with advisor Brett Walker team up to teach ski and ride lessons at Hard’ack. Lessons are on Wednesdays this year. The hill is closed to the public for these special nights of lessons. Only kids registered for programming will be allowed to ski/ride. Everyone is welcome to participate in the Lollypop races. The hill will close immediately following the Lollypop races. Bundle up and join us - ‘cause if you can ski/ride Hard’ack you can go anywhere! Each participant must supply their own equipment. Lessons are weather (snow) dependant. These lessons are for beginners. Ski & Ride Lessons • Hard’ack has a great old school rope tow. Wear tough mittens - not yarn • Don’t wear anything (coat) brand new- because the rope really wears on the side of your coat. • Make sure hair is tucked in and under hats • No long stocking type hatsLollypop Races • Lollypop Races: After lessons, test your new skills at a fun slalom race course. Set up and run by the BFA Ski Team. No fee and lollypops for everyone!

Date: January 18 - February 8, 2012Time: Wednesdays, Ski Lessons 6:00-7:00 pm Snowboard Lessons 6:00-6:50 pm Location: Hard’ack Recreation Area - Ski/Snowboard Hill Meet in the shackFee: $28 Resident , $34 Non-Resident

Rotary Ski and Ride with Skill ProgramGrades 4-12

The St. Albans Rotary sponsors this terrific ski/ride opportunity for area youth. Fee covers transportation, an all day lift ticket, and 1.5 hour lesson! It’s an amazing deal. Registration is required. To download a registration form go to www.stalbansrec.com browse activities and click on Rotary Ski and Ride program. You can NOT register on-line. Registration forms must be dropped off at City Hall in downtown St. Albans, emailed or mailed/faxed to: St. Albans Recreation Department P.O. Box 867 St. Albans VT 05478 fax(802-524-1505) k.viens@stalbansvt.com Pick up and Return Schedule• 7am- Pick up Grand Ave. Enterprises, Swanton, VT• 7:30-7:45am- Pick up and load bus at St. Albans Town Educational Center • 8:00am- Depart from St. Albans • 4:00pm- Load at Smuggs and depart for St. Albans • 5:00pm- Arrive at St. Albans Town Educational Center

Registration: Required by December 31, 2011.Date: January 7, 2012 - March 10, 2012 Time: Saturday 7:30 am - 5:00 pm Location: St. Albans Town Educational CenterFee: $20 without season pass, $10 with season pass

Check out the website often, new programming is added weekly.

www.stalbansrec.com

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St. Albans Recreation Public SkatingEveryone

Bring your friends and family - join the fun and get some great exercise! Public Skating is from 12:15 to 1:45 pm on 11 Sundays through February 19 with the following exceptions: 11/27, 12/25, 1/01, 1/15, and 1/29 Fee is collected at the door, or a season pass can be purchased below. • Helmets are suggested • Season Passes are available and cover all Sundays.

Date: November 6, 2011 - February 19, 2012 Time: Sundays 12:15 - 1:45 pmLocation: Collins Perley Sports and Fitness Center Ice RinkDaily rates:Children 0-17 $3 Residents, $4 Non-ResidentsAdults 18 - 55 $5 Residents, $6 Non-ResidentsSeniors 56+ $3 Residents, $4 Non-Residents

Season Pass Rates:Children 0-17 $25 Residents, $30 Non-ResidentsAdults 18- 5 $45 Residents, $54 Non-ResidentsSeniors 56+ $20 Residents, $25 Non-Residents*Family $125 Residents, $150 Non-Residents

*For Immediate Members Of Family Only.

Future EinsteinsAges 3-10

Imagine Tomorrow Computer Class for Kids Ages 3-5 (Educational Program that introduces technology skills to children in a fun and exciting way.) Imagine Tomorrow Computer Classes for Kids that are structured to provide the perfect mix of group interactivity and individual computer time. During class, children become Computer Detectives on a learning adventure to imaginative places such as Email Trial or Internet Island. Classes start with an interactive video voicemail describing a new, fun-filled mission. Children then move on to their own laptop computer where they work on custom software designed specifically for each mission. Advancing at their own pace, children proudly apply new technology skills to solve problems and accomplish their goal. When class ends, children continue to enjoy their mission from home with online software activities that correspond to the current lesson. Skills learned: Early Reading & Writing, Thinking & Problem Solving, Listening Comprehension, Keyboarding and Computer Basics as well as Internet and Digital Communications.Adventure Computer Class- Scooby Doo and Freddi Fish! for Kids Ages 6-10 Grandma Grouper’s Kelp Seeds Are Missing! Without Grandma Grouper’s Kelp Seeds, all the fish will go hungry. Luckily, Freddi Fish and her finny friend Luther are on the case! But the ocean’s a big place and there’s a lot of ground to cover - caves, canyons, reefs and more. Children will dive right into this fascinating adventure and all the colorful characters that go with it. It’s an underwater world of discovery, laughter and learning, all in one. Can you help Fred, Velma, and the gang solve the mystery behind the Phantom Knight and his dragon? Scooby-Doo: Phantom of the Knight offers laughs and a series of challenging puzzles to entertain young children. Set up much like an episode of the classic television series, the program puts players in an old, castle-themed amusement park to explore for clues to its haunting. Some of the scarier areas will require feeding Scooby or Shaggy to coax them in; snacks can be obtained by several tests of skill along the way. Once enough clues have been collected, players decide who’s to blame, then check to see if the guess is right in an action sequence that closes play. Three levels of difficulty are available, and each offers increasing pressure in the form of red-herring clues and harder challenges to acquire Scooby Snacks. • All equipment is supplied. Each child will have a laptop to use for each session. • Imagine Tomorrow program no Classes on December 23, 2011 or January 30, 2012 • Adventure Computer Class no classes on December 28, 2011Date: December 7, 2011 - February 20, 2012 Time: Ages 6-10 Wednesdays 3:30- 4:30 pm Ages 3-5 Fridays 9:30 - 10:30 amLocation: St. Albans City HallFee: $65 Resident, $78 Non-Resident

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Hot Mama Workout!Everyone

Enjoy a fat burning, muscle toning, heart strengthening workout! Work through a boot camp style circuit and power through fat burning intervals designed to tone and strengthen. Bring your babies in their strollers or your older children to let them have playtime as you improve your fitness. You’ll never get bored with the wide variety of classes. It is always challenging, yet can be modified for those just starting out. Set a good example for your children and start fitting in that workout routine! Bring a mat. You can also join without a child. • KIDS ARE WELCOME! • No Class Thursday, November 24 - Thanksgiving • No Class Monday December 26 • No Class Thursday December 29

Time: Mondays and Thursdays 9:00-10:00 amLocation: St. Albans City Hall Gym, Main St. Instructor: Jessica Purvis FrostDrop In Fee: $10 class

One Day Per Week Nov 7-Nov 28 $25 Resident$30 Non-Resident

Two Days Week Nov 7-Nov 28 $35 Resident$42 Non-Resident

One Day Per Week Dec 1-Dec 22 $25 Resident$30 Non-Resident

Two Days Week Dec 1-Dec 22 $35 Resident$42 Non-Resident

Fitness Punch CardsAdults

St. Albans Recreation Department offers a fitness punch card. The card is good for 10 visits to Liza’s Strength Class, Hot Mama Workout, Zumba, Pilates, Turbo Kick, Snowshoe Rental, Aqua Jogging, or Nordic Walking. It can be used for one program if you aren’t able to commit to the entire class or you can use it to bounce around and try out several different classes. More than one person can use the card, so you can get one and share it among friends and family members.Fitness Punch Cards make great gifts!Fee: $80 Residents, $95 Non-Resident

Turbo Kick®Ages 15+

Turbo Kick® is the new high energy fitness class designed to blast fat and reshape your body. It combines cardio kickboxing, athletic drills and interval training into a high energy routine set to the best dance music around. Turbo Kick® requires no previous experience, and is adaptable to any fitness level. No equipment is necessary, just be ready to have fun and sweat like crazy!

Time: Wednesdays 7:00 - 8:00 PMLocation: St. Albans City Hall Gymnasium Instructor: Amy BoudreauxFee: $30/Monthly Residents, $36/Monthly Non-Residents

Zumba!Ages 12+

Welcome to ZUMBA a Fun, high energy workout with motivating music. Who would have thought you could have so much fun while getting fit! Burn up to 1000 calories per session. Dance your fat away! Dawn has been a certified Zumba instructor for the past 2 years. She loves Zumba and is excited to share this great, fun workout with you.

NO CLASS HELD ON: • No class held on Monday, Oct 31 • No class held on November 24th - Thanksgiving • No class held on December 25th - Christmas

Time: Mondays and Thursdays 7:00-8:00 pm Sunday 10:00-11:00 amLocation: St. Albans City Hall Gymnasium Instructor: Dawn MullerDrop In Fee: $10/class Resident, $12 Non-Resident

Mondays and Thursdays

Nov 7 - Nov 28 $48 Resident$58 Non-Resident

Mondays and Thursdays

Dec 5 - Dec 29 $64 Resident$77 Non-Resident

Sundays Dec 4 - Dec 18 $24 Resident$29 Non-Resident

Sap Run Training ProgramAges 12 +

Always wanted to run the Sap Run (8.5 miles), but never got around to it? Not sure when and how to train for it? This clinic will get you ready to run! The Sap Run is an annual race sponsored by the St. Albans Recreation Department during the Vermont Maple Festival from Swanton to St. Albans...8.5 miles.You will receive a running training program and the guidance to make it happen! The class will meet on Saturday, February 26, 8:00am at City Hall to review packet information and the training plan. (No running at this meeting). The program meets each Saturday thereafter at 8:00am at City Hall in St. Albans to run and chart progress. Two weeks prior to the Sap Run (Sunday, April 29) you’ll take a training run on the actual Sap Run course. • Dress for the elements on run days. • Race Date: Sunday April 29, 2012

Date: March 3 - April 21, 2012Time: Saturdays 8:00 -9:30 am Location: St. Albans City HallFee: $30 Residents, $36 Non-Residents Instructor: Bill O’Connor

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2012 Body Transformation Challenge!Ages 18+

What’s the 2012 Body Transformation Challenge all about? The 2012 Body Transformation Challenge is the program that can turn things around for you. We will assure that this program will deliver life altering changes to you, but it’s not a “magic pill”. The single most important factor in seeing results comes from YOU. There are 2 components to seeing success: Commitment to a regular exercise program and commitment to a detailed nutrition plan provided by us. Properly combined these 2 elements have the potential to bring changes you never thought possible on a personal level. Your level of success is directly related to your level of commitment. If you need more information or have questions please contact: Liza A. Rooney Certified Personal Trainer 4-Ever Fit 802-524-1328 Office 802-318-6373 Cell www.4everfitvt.com

Challenge Includes: • Weekly Weigh-Ins • Bi-Weekly Body Measurements • Weekly Meetings to keep you on track • Nutritional Counseling • 5 Free Fitness Classes through St. Albans Recreation Department • Before/After Photos • Your Chance to win Big $$$ and prizes! • Weekly drawing for $100 during Tuesday evening meetings. Must be present to win.

Date: Tentative Start Date 1/10/12 Informational Meeting 1/03/12Time: Tuesdays at 7:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymFee: $60 Residents and $72 Non-ResidentsTrainer: Liza Rooney

Liza’s Strength ClassAge 16 +

This class is a barbell workout that strengthens your ENTIRE body. This 60-minute program challenges ALL your muscle groups by using the best weight-room exercises like squats, presses, lifts and curls. Great music and your choice of weight(s) will inspire you to get the results you came for - and fast! Try a class if you are looking to burn calories, increase lean muscle mass, gain strength, increase muscular and cardiovascular endurance, increase bone density and improve your posture. Equipment is supplied. If you have a yoga mat, bring it.

Registration: Required.Date: November 1 - December 31Time: Tue. 5:30 pm, Thur. 4:15 pm, and Sat. 8:30 amLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymFee: $58/Month Residents, $69/Month Non-ResidentsTrainer: Liza Rooney

Pilates with LizaAges 14 +

Bring your mat and work on that core! Come and enjoy the benefits that Pilates exercises have to offer. Much like yoga, Pilates focuses on stretching to increase flexibility but with a little more emphasis on strengthening the abdominal and back muscles. Are you interested in firming and flattening that belly? Then this is the class for you!

Time: Thursdays 5:30 - 6:30 pmLocation: St. Albans City Hall GymnasiumFee: $32/Month Residents $38/Month Non-ResidentsTrainer: Liza Rooney

Nordic Walking - IntroAdults

Burn more calories and increase muscle strength while you walk! Nordic Walking is an effective, low impact activity that can burn up to 46% more calories with less time and effort. By using specially designed poles, individuals simulate a technique similar to cross-country skiing while walking. Incorporating poles while walking increases upper body strength, reduces impact on joints and delivers an amazing cardio workout. Nordic Walking increases your heart rate without increasing your perceived rate of exertion - simply put - you get a better workout without feeling like you are working any harder. Nordic Walking is an activity that you can do anywhere, anytime, of the year. Poles are supplied by the Recreation Department for use during class. Registration is required as supplies of poles are limited. Dress in layers for outdoor walks. Wear comfortable, outdoor foot wear for outdoor walks. This will be a blast! Be prepared to be addicted! Check our website www.stalbansrec.com for dates, times and registration information.

Jay Peak Curling TripCabin Fever? It’s been a long winter- Join us for some fun! An overnight stay at Jay Peak Tram Haus Lodge, a curling lesson at The Ice Haus Arena and a chance to play! Ice Haus Arena Learn to Curl Package Includes: 1.5 hour instruction and curling lane use, full curling equipment at The Ice Haus Arena. Wine and Beer available at Ice Haus Pub at additional cost.Tram Haus Lodge Overnight Package includes one night luxury hotel accomodations, Vermont rooms tax and service charges, complimentary use of the Fitness Center, complimentary Valet Parking for Hotel Guests, Complimentary internet. Sounds like fun, but you’d like to forgo the curling? The Taiga Spa provides full spa services at an additional cost, or just sit back and watch the curling spectacle! Want to learn to curl, but can’t spend the night? No problem You can purchase the curling event separately. Curling Trip- Spring Date TBA –check our website for details as soon as they are available! www.stalbansrec.com

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Voice Over ClassAges 14+

YOU’RE ON THE AIR (How to Really Make it in Voice-Overs!) (A One-time 2 Hour Program)

VOICE-OVERS are hot today! You don’t have to be an actor to get voice-over work, but it certainly doesn’t hurt! With such notable talent as Morgan Freeman, Glenn Close, and Alec Baldwin lending their voices to commercials, films, and videos, one would think that it would be next to impossible to break into this field. Not so! You’ll learn about an exciting, new way to get around the competition and actually turn voice-overs into a thriving full or part-time business! Charlie Nardozzi will discuss the voice-over business as a whole, the numerous opportunities, the incredible income potential, and will discuss the all-important “demo” and how to have it produced. You’ll step up to the mic and do some practice recording, and best of all, you’ll hear the results!

Charlie Nardozzi has a friendly, natural, positive sounding voice with a great genuine quality. He’s been involved in radio and television for the past 15 years hosting his own shows and appearing as a guest on numerous other shows. Charlie has hosted a call-in radio show on WJOY-AM in Vermont for 15 years. He is a frequent commentator on public radio and often is a guest on their daily magazine show, Vermont Edition. He writes and records his own segments for the Vermont Garden Journal on public radio from his home studio. He also is a frequent guest on nationally-syndicated shows such as Martha Stewart Living Radio. He has recorded podcasts, promotions, and commercials for all his shows and events.

Charlie also appears regularly on regional and national television. He has hosted his own nationally broadcast PBS television show called GardenSmart. He’s been a frequent guest on other nationally syndicated shows on networks such as HGTV, Discovery Channel, and DIY. He currently does weekly tips on the local CBS-TV affiliate in the Burlington, Vermont area. He also has written and starred in how-to, web-based videos.

Registration: Required.Date: January 19, 2012 Time: 7:00 - 9:00 pmLocation: St. Albans City HallFee: $25 Residents, $30 Non-ResidentsTrainer: Charlie Nardozzi

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The St. Albans Recreation Commission is dedicated to developing quality recreational programs for all groups in our community. We hope this guide will help you to plan for the upcoming season and we encourage your participation.

REGISTRATION: Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise specified. Any fees necessary must be paid at the time of registration. Upon receipt of the registration form and fee, an individual is immediately enrolled. You will not be notified unless there is a problem concerning your registration. Anyone who will be affected by a change in a course offering will be notified accordingly. No telephone registrations will be accepted. Please remember that all programs are offered on a “first-come, first-served” basis, with St. Albans City and Town residents given preference. Please note that if the deadline has passed on any program, you are encouraged to call the Recreation Department at 524-1500 x266 to check on openings.

REFUNDS: There will be no refunds of the registration fee unless a class is canceled. Refund checks will be mailed within one to four weeks after the cancellation of a course.

INSURANCE: The Recreation Department assumes no responsibility for injuries or accidents occurring at programs or activities. Such insurance would make program fees prohibitive.

CANCELLATIONS: The Recreation Department reserves the right to cancel a class for which there is insufficient registration or for any other reasonable cause which prevents the presentation of the subject in an acceptable manner.

THANKS TO VOLUNTEERS! The Recreation Department is grateful to the volunteers who share their skills with others. The scope of the recreational program will increase with the help of volunteers who can be a part of the program by helping others. For more information on how you can help, please call the Office at 524-1500 x266.

PROGRAMS & ACTIVITIES FOR PEOPLE WITH DISABILITIES: The Department of Recreation offers people with disabilities the opportunity to participate in all programs. If you or your child has a disability and do not know whether your needs will be met in a particular program, please call us. We may be able to advise you on program selections. We welcome your suggestions...they may lead to the creation of a totally new program.

In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), effective January 26, 1992; it is a policy of the City of St. Albans not to discriminate on the basis of disabilities in the provision of its benefits, services and activities.

Auxiliary aids and reasonable accommodations shall be made upon request to ensure that all the benefits, services and activities of the City of St. Albans are fully accessible to all individuals.

We would like to thank the entire community for supporting our efforts and contributing toward the development of leisure-time activities. The Recreation Commission is always open to suggestions and we value your comments on our programs.

Visit our web site at www.stalbansrec.comPlease send all comments and questions to k.viens@stalbansvt.com.

St. Albans Recreation Department...Office Location:St. Albans City Hall, 100 North Main Street, St. Albans, Vermont

“Premiere Sponsors” It is with great appreciation that we recognize “Premiere Sponsors” of Saint Albans Recreation. These sponsors have made significant financial contributions to support programming, activities, and events of the St. Albans Recreation Department. We appreciate their commitment to our community. Heald’s Funeral Home Mimmo’s Restaurant Classic Imprints 87 South Main Street 22 South Main Street 2 Hill Crest Heights St. Albans, VT 05478 St. Albans, VT 05478 St. Albans, VT 05478

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FINANCIAL AID

Financial Aid is available for children under the age of 21 residing in Franklin County Vermont through the Warner Home for Little Wanderers Endowment Committee. Applications may be obtained at your local school, the St. Albans Recreation Dept., and

online at www.stalbansrec.com

GIFT CERTIFICATES

St. Albans Recreation Department Gift Certificates are a great gift for everyone on your list. They can be applied towards any Recreation Program and are available in any amount. It’s a thoughtful gift that creates an experience.

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