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UPCOMING PROGRAMS

CHILDREN'S ART CLASS/DRIVE THROUGH HISTORY - (NEW PROGRAM)
This class will cover early history of the founding of our country and numerous fine artists from the period. To name a few of the projects, underground railroad secret code quilts, colony map making, Franklin fabric "kites", Bunker Hill battle flags and famous founder clay sculptures. Class cost will include all supplies of paint, oil pastel, watercolor, clay, pen & ink plus more. Local artist and home school teacher, Linda Frank brings her fun and informative teaching style to this 1½ hour class, starting each class with a 15 minute humorous and informative DVD session. If this is a teaching need of yours and you have any questions, please email Linda at lwfrank@consolidated.net. This class can help meet the Home School State mandate for art.

The classes described include students with and without known art talent. Their primary purpose is to expose the student to art history, art movements and famous artists past and present. Linda focuses on helping them acquire knowledge of color, perspective, techniques and art vocabulary. Talent discovered or encouraged along the way would be serendipitous.
Where: Blueberry Hill Park Activity Center - Lower Level
Who: Offered for students from grades 1st through 9th
When: Thursdays, March 4 - April 15, 2010 (no class April 1)
Time: 3:30pm - 5:30pm
Resident Fee: $72.00 - minimum of 10 students required
Non-Resident Fee: $77.00
Instructor: Linda Frank

THE LITTLE ACHIEVERS PROGRAM SERIES - Six one-hour programs designed to provide your preschool child an opportunity to learn and/or exercise in a fun-filled environment. Register for the programs separately. Registration is required at least five days prior to each program. You do not have to register for all six, as they are separate programs. These classes are fully engaged in different hands-on activities including small and large motor skills. All classes encourage number and letter recognition along with many other skill developing activities.
Where: Blueberry Hill Park Activity Center - Lower Level
Who: Boys and Girls age 2 1/2 and up
Time: 10:00am-11:00am
Instructor: Lisa Finn
Fee: Resident Fee: $10/class or $60 for all 6 classes
        Non-Resident Fee: $11/class or $66 for all 6 classes


Imagination Stations - Children can let their creative imaginations run wild in this learning series where little ideas rule the room. Each week students will be encouraged to use various materials to create different masterpieces.
Class 1:  Imagination Paintings - Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Class 2: What can I do with Marshmallows? Bldg Lesson - Wed. March 24, 2010
Class 3: If I were a Superhero...Wednesday, March 31, 2010

Animal Exploration - Children are fascinated by animals and in this week learning series, children of various ages will learn about different types of animals through games and activities, crafts, stories, and songs.
Class 1: Polar Animals - Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Class 2: Desert Animals - Wednesday, April 14, 2010
Class 3: Endangered Animals - Wednesday, April 21, 2010

DEK DAWGS - DEK HOCKEY LEAGUE - (NEW PROGRAM) -
"Heeee Shoots and Scores"...Dek Hockey is an excellent way to learn the fundamental and advanced skills of hockey without having to know how to skate. Stick handling skills and teamwork will be advanced through this fast paced, high action sport. Each player must provide their own stick, hockey helmet and pads. All players will be matched by age and skill level; ages 7-12yrs old. Start stretching out and get your friends together for all of the Dek Hockey fun you can handle. Advanced registration is required. Call 412-364-4115 ext. 318 for directions.
Where: Acorn Park Dek Hockey Court
When: Saturdays, June 5 - June 26, 2010
Who: Boys & Girls age 7-12 years
Time: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Resident Fee: $40.00
Non-Resident Fee: $45.00
Instructor: Coach Dave Gray

CHAMPION FLAG FOOTBALL LEAGUE - Flag football is an excellent way to learn the fundamental skills of football without the physical contact. Passing, receiving, running the ball, and offensive/defensive skills will be enhanced through this fast paced, high-action sport. Champions Flag Football League is open to boys and girls ages 6 to 14. All players will be matched by age and compete on teams of up to ten players. The season will include playoffs and a championship game. So start stretching out and get your friends together for all the football fun you can handle!
Where: Blueberry Hill Park - Main football field
When: Sundays, April 11 - May 16, 2010
Time: 12:30pm - 4:00pm
Resident Fee: $65.00 per player-includes game jersey
Non Resident Fee: $70.00
Instructor: Coach Dave Gray

PRESCHOOL PLAYTIME PROGRAM - Introduce your preschooler to exciting, structured play time! You and your preschooler can enjoy one hour of creative crafts, stimulating story time, and polite play time. During this eight week program, preschoolers and a parent will work on social skills and sharing in a caring environment while having fun. Each child can bring toys of his or her own as well as use some of the toys provided.
Where: Blueberry Hill Park Activity Center - Lower Level
When: Thursdays, April 8 - May 27, 2010
Time: 10am - 11am
Who: Ages 18 months to 4 years
Resident Fee: $20/Non-Resident Fee: $25
Instructor: Brianne Morris

SPECIAL ONE-DAY HOLIDAY HORSE CAMPS - Visit www.candylaneacres.com for more information.
ST. PATRICK'S DAY CAMP
When: Saturday, March 13, 2010
Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Age: 6 years of age and older
Resident Fee: $75.00
Non-Resident Fee: $80.00
SPRING DAY CAMP
When: Saturday, April 10, 2010
Time: 9:00am - 3:00pm
Age: 6 years of age and older
Resident Fee: $75.00
Non-Resident Fee: $80.00

WATERCOLORS! (NEW PROGRAM) - You'll be pleasantly surprised how successful your first results can be with a little guidance and tips from local artist Linda W. Frank. Come explore the rewarding and fun world of watercolor painting. Beginners always welcome and satisfaction promised. All that's needed for starters is an inexpensive watercolor set from your local art supply store, Linda supplies the paper. Will need a minimum of 5 students to run the program.
Where: Blueberry Hill park Activity Center - Lower Level
When: March 4, March 18, April 1 & April 15, 2010
Time: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Resident Fee: $50.00
Non-Resident Fee: $55.00
Instructor: Linda Frank
 

DANCE FUSION FITNESS! (NEW PROGRAM) - Dance fusion fitness is a class that takes different moves from various forms of dance and combines them in new ways to create unique workout routines. The class is designed to approach exercise in a new and exciting way and no dance experience is necessary! Students should wear comfortable clothing and dance/tennis shoes.
Where: Blueberry Hill park Activity Center - Lower Level
When: Spring Session: Tuesday, April 6 - May 25, 2010
           Summer Session: Tuesday, June 8 - July 27, 2010
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Resident Fee: $70.00/session
Non-Resident Fee: $75.00
Instructor: Nicole Hoover - Dance Instructor & Certified Group Fitness Instructor

THE FLOWER HOUR (NEW PROGRAM) - McCandless Floral has been serving the northern Pittsburgh area for 34 years. Janet Woloszyk, owner of McCandless Floral, will be the presenter for the Flower Hour. Learn tips on caring for vase flowers, arrangements, secrets to designing arrangements in fresh flowers and silks. She will do demonstrations for baskets, vases, wreathes and more. Please join us for this fun Flower Hour program. Giveaways for some lucky attendees!
Where: Blueberry Hill Park Activity Center - Lower Level
When: Tuesday, March 30, 2010
Time: 6:00pm-7:00pm
Resident Fee: $15.00 - Minimum of 5 participants
Non-Resident Fee: $20.00
Instructor: Janet Woloszyk
 

BELLY DANCING (NEW PROGRAM) - Students will learn basic belly dance steps from several different styles and some of the dance's history. Belly dancing is a great high-energy, low-impact dance allowing you to have fun, improve posture and build confidence - yet it is gentle on your body. In addition to learning basic steps, students will learn a warm-up and a routine. No prior dance experience is necessary! Students should dress in a comfortable shirt (you do not have to show your stomach - ever), dance shoes and either loose dance/athletic pants or a long skirt with leg warmers. In order to participate fully in the belly dancing class, a hip scarf must either be purchased or rented. If you choose to purchase the scarf, the price is $35, payable to the instructor on the first night. Or you can choose to rent it for only $5 for all 8 weeks. This is a wonderful class to build a strengthen the bond between a mother and a daughter.
Where: Blueberry Hill Park Activity Center - Lower Level
When: Spring Session: Mondays, April 5 - May 24, 2010
           Summer Session: Mondays, June 7- July 26, 2010
Who: Girls and Women starting at 10 years of age
Time: 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Resident Fee: $70.00/Session
Non Resident Fee: $75.00
Instructor: Nicole Hoover - Dance Instructor & Certified Group Fitness Instructor
 

FITNESS IN THE PARK - A 4-week, women only, fitness program designed for weight loss and muscle toning for women at any age or fitness level.  We will push you above and beyond what you think you can do.  "Fitness in the Park" is a mental and physical commitment to yourself for achieving maximal results over a short period of time.  RAIN, SNOW OR SHINE, BRING A TOWEL, A WATER BOTTLE, 5lb. WEIGHTS AND BE READY TO HAVE FUN (and sweat!)
Where: Blueberry Hill Park
When: Monday/Wednesday/Thursday, starting Monday, April 5, 2010
           Second Session start date: May 3, 2010
           Third Session start date: May 31, 2010
           Fourth Session start date: June 28, 2010
Who: Women of any age
Time: 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Fee: 3 days/week = $180/session
        2 days/week = $125/session
CALL (724) 467-0599 FOR MORE INFORMATION

TUESDAY EVENING YOGA - In as little as 2 weeks, a person new to Hatha Yoga, who regularly practices some of the simplest asanas (postures) and basic pranayana (breathing) techniques can experience fantastic benefits, such as renewed energy, firmer body, increased strength, improved circulation, and a calmer more relaxed mind. All skill levels welcome. MUST HAVE A MINIMUM OF 8 PEOPLE.
Where: Blueberry Hill Activity Center
When:  Spring Session: March 16 - May 4, 2010
Who: All ages and abilities welcome - seniors will pay half price (65 & older)
Time: 7:45pm - 9:00pm
Resident Fee: $65.00/session or $10/class
Non-Resident Fee: $70.00
Instructor: Marsha Jindel, Trained by world renowned yoga instructor Shri Suraj Karan Jinel
 

KARATE The practice of Karate tones the body, develops balance and coordination, quickens reflexes and builds stamina. But moreover, the serious practitioner develops composure, greater self-control and confidence. Each class is conducted in a disciplined fashion, but focused on fun. Pittsburgh Shotokan will teach the course. The primary instructor for the course will be Pat Heffley a member of the teaching cadre and a 1st Degree Black Belt. Three other black belts will assist in the training. The course will allow for various levels of proficiency and is open to all ages and both genders.
Where: Blueberry Hill Park Activity Center - Upstairs
When: Thursdays, January 14 - April 1, 2010
Time: Children's Class (8 years and older) 6:30 - 7:30pm
          Adults/Women's Self-Defense Class 7:30 - 8:30pm
Fee: $30.00 per person
Instructor: Pat Heffley & Mike Natoli

AIKIDO Aikido is a martial art that uses graceful movements derived from Japanese swordsmanship (we use wooden swords and staffs) as well as redirection of the attacker's energy, to carry out throws and locks. Students of any age and any physical ability can practice Aikido, since it emphasizes proper form over an opponent's strength. The class is open to students of all levels with or without martial arts experience. An adult should accompany children under 10.
Where: Blueberry Hill Park Activity Center
When: At the beginning of any month of your choice - held on Tuesdays
Time: 6:30-7:30PM
Fee: On-going program $30/month
Sensei: Dr. Yoram Vodovotz - Fourth degree black belt in Aikido with 35 years experience in martial arts.

START SMART BASEBALL - Start Smart Baseball prepares children (ages 3-5) for organized tee ball, baseball and softball in a fun, non-threatening environment. The program focuses on teaching children and their parents a variety of baseball skills including: throwing, catching, batting, and running/agility. Start smart baseball sessions are held one hour a week for six weeks. Each week the exercises become increasingly more difficult as the class progresses and the children show improvement. At least one parent must participate. Each child will receive a participant kit valued at $36 that includes fun, safe, developmentally appropriate equipment. Registration required by April 9, 2010 so that the kit can be ordered on time. Maximum of 20 participants. Be sure to mark on registration sheet if your child is left or right handed. To register or more information call 412-364-4115 ext. 318/ 347.
Where: New Pavilion - Lower meadow area (Blueberry Hill Park)
When: Saturdays, April 17 - May 22, 2010/     9:00am -10:00am
           Thursdays, April 22 - May 27, 2070/    5:30pm-6:30pm
Resident Fee: $65.00 Non-Resident $70.00 (Includes Participant Kit)
Instructor: Dave Gray, Certified Sports Instructor thru NAYS & NYSCA

START SMART SPORTS DEVELOPMENT - Give your child the opportunity to try a variety of sports before settling on one specific sport. Start Smart Sports Development Program prepares children (ages 3-5) for organized sports without the threat of competition or the fear of getting hurt. The program focuses on a variety of general skills including: throwing, catching, kicking and batting. It gives parents and children the opportunity to work one-on-one and spend quality time together. Start Smart Sports Development teaches children motor skill tasks that gradually build confidence, while the children have fun at the same time. At least one parent must participate. A Start Smart Participant Kit valued at $55.00 is included. To register or for more information contact 412-364-4115 ext. 318/ext.347. Registration required by April 9, 2010 so that kits can be ordered. Be sure to mark on registration sheet if your child is left or right handed.
Where: New Pavilion - Lower meadow area (Blueberry Hill Park)
When: Saturdays, April 17 - May 22, 2010
Time: 10:15am - 11:15am
Resident Fee: $85.00 Non-Resident $90.00 (Includes Participant Kit)
Instructor: Dave Gray, Certified Sports Instructor thru NAYS & NYSCA

START SMART TENNIS - This program is a developmentally appropriate introductory tennis program for children ages 5-7. The program prepares children for organized tennis in a fun, non-threatening environment without competition or the fear or getting hurt. Specific equipment will be used to teach ground strokes, serving, volleying and running/agility. The program features four different stations, where children can learn about and practice various aspects of the game. At least one parent must participate. A Start Smart Participant Kit valued at $36 is included. To register or for more information contact 412-364-4115 ext 318 or 347.
Where: Basketball courts in Blueberry Hill Park
When: Saturdays, July 10 - August 14, 2010
Time: 9:00am - 10:00am
Resident Fee: $65.00 Non-Resident Fee: $70.00 (Includes Participant Kit)
Instructor: Dave Gray, Certified Sports Instructor thru NAYS & NYSCA

KINDERSOCCER  - This program is designed for your 4 to 6 year old child to learn the basics of soccer, which includes: trapping, passing, shooting and dribbling. In addition to the instructions, a game will be held at the end of each class. To sign up and for further information, call the Baierl Family YMCA at 724-934-9622 and mention you are responding to the Franklin Park Borough/YMCA Kindersoccer Program. *You do not have to be a member of the YMCA to register for Kindersoccer.
Where: Blueberry Hill Park - Main Football Field
When: Tuesdays, April 6 - May 11, 2010
           Thursdays, April 8 - May 13, 2010
Time: 10:30am - 11:30am
Fee: $60.00 (Participants can sign up for either session

AMERICAN RED CROSS BABYSITTER TRAINING - This course will provide anyone over the age of eleven with the information and skills necessary to provide safe and responsible care for children. The training will help participants develop skills in leadership, professionalism, safety, basic care, safe play and first aid. Participants will receive an American Red Cross Babysitter Certificate. Individuals under eleven are welcome to take the course but will not receive the certificate.
Where: Blueberry Hill Park Activity Center - Lower Level
When: Sunday, March 14, 2010
Time: 12:00pm - 8:00pm
Resident Fee: $50.00 Non-Resident Fee: $55.00
Instructor: Pete Geis, Certified Instructor
Deadline: Must register by March 15, 2010 - Participants should bring a meal with them.