Program Registration Form - Monroeville

PARENT AND CHILD AQUATICSThis water adjustment class is filled with songs, games, toys, and lots offun! This program helps develop swimming readiness by leading parentsand their children in water-exploration activities with the objective of havingfun and becoming comfortable in the water. Children will experience suchskills as water entries and exits, blowing bubbles, front kicking and backfloats. Parents will learn holding positions and basic safety skills.300000 – 01 AGES 6 months to 3 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 12-12:30 pm $35 Jan. 8 6 GHS/SC Jan. 3PRESCHOOL SWIM INSTRUCTIONPreschool Level 1This level will introduce your child to basic skills and help them feel morecomfortable in the water.300001 - 02 AGES 4 & 5 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 12-12:30 pm $35 Jan. 8 6 GHS/SC Jan. 3Preschool Level 2This level will continue to help your child become comfortable in the water,as well as introduce more advanced skills such as gliding, basic floating,and swimming using combined arm and leg actions.300001 – 03 AGES 4 & 5 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 12-12:30 pm $35 Jan. 8 6 GHS/SC Jan. 3Preschool Level 3This level is for the most advanced preschoolers. These youngsters willreview skills previously learned, as well as will be challenged by moredifficult skills requiring longer endurance such as treading using arm andleg actions in shoulder deep water. Skills may be adjusted for even moreadvanced swimmers as needed.300001 – 04 AGES 4 & 5 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 12-12:30 pm $35 Jan. 8 6 GHS/SC Jan. 3ADAPTIVE AQUATICSAdaptive Aquatics is a learn-to-swim program designed for special needschildren. This program is designed to give individuals an opportunityto experience the benefits of aquatics. With assistance of aquatic staff,participants will work on enhancing their swimming abilities and comfortlevel in the water. This is a great opportunity to interact with others andhave some fun!300008 – 01 AGES 6+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 11-11:30 am $35 Jan. 8 6 GHS/SC Jan. 3AQUACISEAquacise provides fitness and fun for people of all ages and abilities. Theclass will incorporate activities in both the shallow and deep water. Thirtyminutes of water aerobics is equivalent to two hours of land aerobics. Notonly will you be burning off those calories, but you’ll also be improving yourcardio-respiratory fitness, flexibility, and strength. So jump into the fitnessroutine with our water aerobics program. Equipment provided.300040 - 01 AGES 16+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 11-11:45 am $40 Jan. 8 6 GHS/SC Jan. 3RECREATIONAL FAMILY SWIMNeed somewhere to swim? Join us on Saturdays! Bring the family; comewith friends, or swim by yourself.Day(s) Time Cost Start Date LocationSat 2-3:30 pm Child (3-17) $3 Jan 8 GHS/SCS senior (65+) $3Adult (18-64) $4Family $10MONROEVILLE COMMUNITY POOL 2011 EVENING PARTY RESERVATIONSWhat could be better than having a pool party under the stars? Bring family, friends and associates together for a Monroeville Community Pool “After Hours”Private Pool Party. Parties are held from 8 – 11 pm, with prices starting at just $175.00+ Deposit. Reservations will be taken Monday through Friday from 9am – 4 pm at the Monroeville Recreation Department starting Tuesday, February 1, 2011. For more information, contact the main office at 412.856.1006.Register Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form. 3

INSTRUCTIONAL PROGRAMSALL THE WORLD IS A STAGEThe Drama Kids developmental programprovides young children with uniqueopportunities to develop clear speech,fluent delivery and pleasing social skills.This program helps develop confidenceto participants in all aspects of their lives.Children who mix well with others findit easier to make friends and adjust tonew situations. They find school to be anenjoyable adventure! Drama Kids highly trained teachers motivate andinspire students to become articulate communicators through enthusiasticparticipation in a wide range of creative activities including speech, creativemovement, improvisation. An end of program showcase will be presented tofamily and friends.300060 – 01 AGES 6-10 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineMon. 6-7 pm $60 Jan. 10 6 GHS/DS Jan. 3LITTLE LINGUISTS LANGUAGE PROGRAMSWe believe that learning a foreign languageshould be like learning one’s first language.We learn through play and interactions.SPANISH STORY IMMERSIONLet us read and immerse your child with wonderful stories by Eric Hill.Afterwards we will make an age appropriate craft, game, song and activityrelating to the theme of the story for maximum vocabulary retention.In addition during each lesson we will introduce your child to keyconversational phrases.309470 – 02 AGES 2-5 yearsLanguage Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSpanish Thurs. 12:30-1:15 pm $75 Jan. 13 6 LL Jan. 6Spanish Sat. 10-10:45 am $75 Jan. 15 6 LL Jan. 7STRANGER DANGER CHILD SAFETY MARTIAL ARTSPROGRAMThe ultimate positive program designed for children! This program isintended to help children deal with today’s problems and peer pressures.Your child will have the great opportunity to learn self-discipline, selfconfidence,respect, and the importance of physical fitness all through theart of karate. Certified instructors from C.S. Kim Karate teach all classes. Akarate uniform is required and will be available for purchase through C.S.Kim Karate on the first day of class. For more information regarding classcontent contact C.S. Kim Karate at 412.373.8666.301100-01 AGES 5-7 and 8-12 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineMon./Wed. 6-7 pm $54 Jan. 17 12 CS/APR Jan. 10MOONLIGHT MADNESSEnjoy an evening under the glow of the bright winter moon. Join us in asnowshoe experience. A sturdy pair of boots is all you’ll need! Each sessionwill consist of a half-hour indoor orientation on the basics of snowshoeingand then it’s off for a one and one half-hour hike. The program will begin atthe Monroeville Municipal Building for the orientation and end with hikingat Monroeville Park (East). All equipment will be provided. In the instancethat there is not enough snow locally, this year we have put in place a Plan“B”. Plan “B” would be moving the program up to the Laurel Highlands area.If Plan “B” would take effect, additional information would be provided toregistered participants.309020-01/309020-02 AGES 10+Days(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineFri. 7:00-9:00 pm Feb. 4 1 MMB/CC Jan. 28$15 (course only)$35 (includes course and equipment)Fri. 7:00-9:00 pm Mar. 4 1 MMB/CC Feb. 25$15 (course only)$35 (includes course and equipment)BEGINNER FLY TYINGThis entry level fly tying class is for the person just getting started or whohas very little experience. Basic tools, techniques, and materials necessaryto tie a variety of basic flies are covered, concentrating on patterns thatwork well on local rivers and streams. A material fee of $50 paid to theinstructor on the first day of class covers the cost of the mandatory Fly TyingKit.309320-01 AGES 9+ (children under 13 yrs. must beaccompanied by an adult)Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineThurs. 6:45-8:15 pm $30 Jan. 20 6 CS/APR Jan.13COLLEGE FUNDING WORKSHOPFinancial planning for college is a worry, and needs to be addressed whileyour child is still in high school. This valuable funding workshop focuses onthe unique needs faced by parents, as well as strategies to maximize theamount of financial aid your child is eligible to receive. Special strategieson how to pay for college when a family is not eligible for aid will also becovered. Student attending with an adult is free.301220-01 AGES All AgesDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineTues. 6:45-8:30 pm $15 Jan. 25 1 MMB/CC Jan. 18BASIC WORD PROCESSING USING MICROSOFT WORD 1 & 2(2007)These classes will provide hands on experience while you learn the basicsof Microsoft Word. You will learn how to create new documents, edit yourwork, change font sizes, alignment and more. Word will allow you tocreate letters, record important information and write stories with greaterease than ever before. Students will learn to save and retrieve documentseffectively. These classes will provide you with time for review and practice.308500–01 AGES 35+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineWed. 6:30-8:30 pm $45 Jan. 19 2 GHS #1124 Jan. 124 Register Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form.

BASIC WORD PROCESSING USING MICROSOFT WORD 3 & 4(2007)These classes will provide hands-on experience while you review thebasics of Microsoft Word. You will learn how to create documents, signsand letters that people will swear were done by a professional. We will havefun inserting pictures, borders, and so much more. Watch out Hemingway,Microsoft Word experts are on their way!308500 – 02 AGES 35+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineWed. 6:30-8:30 pm $45 Feb. 2 2 GHS #1124 Jan. 26MICROSOFT EXCEL 1 & 2 USING OFFICE 2007Whether it’s balancing your check book, putting together the familybudget or generating charts for work, Microsoft Excel is the program foryou. Improve the way you turn your data into information using powerfultools to analyze, communicate and share your results. Microsoft Excel isa spreadsheet program that will enable students to track & manage data,addresses, finances, and more. Students will learn how to create simplespreadsheets, perform detailed calculations, sort data and even createcolorful charts and graphs.308500 -03 AGES 35+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineWed. 6:30-8:30 pm $45 Feb. 16 2 GHS #1124 Feb. 9ITALIAN FOR BEGINNERSThis dynamic beginners course makes learning Italian fun and surprisinglyeasy. From the first class, you’ll learn to speak and understand basicwords and phrases that will be useful in everyday situations. Fundamentalconcepts of grammar will enable you to converse in both the present andpast tenses. No textbook will be needed as worksheets will be provided.309420-01 AGES 16+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineThurs. 6:45-9:00 pm $55 Jan. 20 6 GHS #1124 Jan. 13OPENING THE DOORS TO HOMEOWNERSHIP SEMINARThis course is designed to explain the intricate process of buying a hometo potential home buyers and in particular 1st time home buyers. Thisseminar presented by various guest speakers will explain the steps potentialhome buyers need to follow in order to make their most important financialdecision a happy and fulfilling one.301120 – 01 AGES 21+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineWed. 6-9 pm $10 Jan. 12 1 GHS #1124 Jan. 5Wed. 6-9 pm $10 Feb. 9 1 GHS #1115 Feb. 2AMERICAN RED CROSS CPR/AED – PROFESSIONAL RESCUERThis program will combine participant’s manual, lectures,and video with hands-on skills training critical to theprofessional rescuer. Subjects covered will be tworescuerCPR, use of AED and much more. Participantswill receive a two-year certification in CPR for theProfessional Rescuer with AED and healthcare provider.300100-01 AGES 18+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 7:30 am-4:30 pm $100 Jan. 15 1 GHS Jan. 7JUST ONCE – PIANO FOR BUSY PEOPLESome music teachermay not want you toknow this, but youdon’t need years ofweekly lessons tolearn piano. In just a few hours, you can learn enough secrets of the tradeto give you years of musical enjoyment. How do we do it? While regularpiano teachers teach you note reading, piano professionals use chords.And you can learn all the chords you’ll need to play any songs in this onesession. Any song. Any style. Any key. If you can find middle C and know themeaning of Every Good Boy Does Fine, you already know enough to enrollin this workshop. A materials fee of $29 will be collected by the instructorat the workshop. This fee covers the workbook and practice CD. All othermaterials are provided.301160-01 AGES 18+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineThurs. 6:30-9:30 pm $25 Feb. 10 1 GHS #1115 Feb. 3Register Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form. 5

WRITING YOUR FINAL LETTER OF INSTRUCTION TO YOURFAMILYMany people have enjoyed the guidance of a final letter of instructionfrom a recently deceased family member, and want to provide the sametype of “need to know” information to their own family. Starting sucha letter is often the hardest part. In this workshop, local attorney MarkT. Coulter, J.D. will work through with you the categories of informationpeople might include in a comprehensive letter, and actually get your ownletter of instruction to your family drafted. Imagine the value of organizingyour thoughts about what is important in life, the role of family in your life,how you would like things to be handled when you are gone, the locationof your valued items, and more. Come find the peace of mind which cancome with knowing you have taken an important step to make life easierand more fulfilling for your own loved ones after you are gone. If you aremarried, bring your spouse to double the mental horsepower. Cost includesall material fees.301170-01 AGES 40+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 10-11:30 am $24 Jan. 15 2 GHS #1115 Jan. 7CREATING A FAMILY LEGACY MEMORY BOOKIf asked what is most important in life, the most common response I hearis “my family”. Too often, however, the treasure trove of family history andmemories passes into distant memory with the passing of each generation.In this hands-on workshop, local attorney Mark T. Coulter, J.D. will workwith you through the preparation of your own Family Legacy Memory Book,recording for future generations the family history, stories, memories,lessons and experiences that make each family special and unique. Nolonger will grandchildren have to wonder what life was like for Grandma orGrandpa when they were younger. Instead, we will build a record together,using our Family Legacy Memory Book as a guide. Enrich your family withthe value of your own life stories. If you are married, bringing your spousewill help you both to remind each other about what has been important toyou. Cost includes all material fees.301170-02 AGES 55+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 10-11:30 am $24 Feb. 5 2 GHS #1115 Jan. 28MENTAL AEROBICSParticipants will become informed on how the brain functions, ages, and how to keep it fit. Additionally,the importance of understanding that physical exercise is good for the body, and also for the brain will beexplored. Individuals will learn to stimulate the brain by using all five senses (i.e. visual stimulation, etc.) whileenjoying a variety of activities designed to give the brain a good mental workout. And finally, participants willcreate a toolbox of day-to-day mental exercises that require little to no “equipment”.301180-01 AGES 50+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 10am – 12 pm $58 Jan. 15 4 GHS #1106 Jan. 7Monroeville Recreation & ParksInformation Hotline412.317.5070For program cancellations and schedulechanges, call the hotline to receive up-tothe-minuteprogram information.Hotline is accessible seven daysa week, 24 hours a day!LOCATION ABBREVIATIONSCS/AR = Cleveland Steward Elementary All-Purpose Room; EV = Evergreen Elementary; GHS = Gateway High School; GHS/DS = GHS Dance Studio; GHS/SC = GHS SportsComplex; GMS/AR = Gateway Middle Art Room; GMS/Gym = Gateway Middle Gym; Integral/BALL = Integral Ballroom Dance Studio; HV = Hidden Valley Ski Resort; LL =Little Linquists Learning Center; MMB/CC = Monroeville Municipal Bldg Council Chambers; MSMS = Mosside Middle School; MSMS/AR = MSMS Art Room; MSMS/Caf =MSMS Cafeteria; MVFD #4 = Monroeville Volunteer Fire Department #4; RAM= Ramsey Elementary; UP/AR = University Park Elementary All-Purpose Room6 Register Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form.

AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMSSAT PREPGoing to college? Then this 6 week, twelve hour course is for you! Designedto strengthen student’s math, critical reading and writing skills which areall part of the SAT Exam. In addition to classroom instruction, students willdo practice tests and receive instructor feedback. Optional take home studytests will be available. This course is a great opportunity for students tosharpen their skills.301210 – 01 AGES 14-18 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineTues. 3:00-5:00 pm $90 Jan. 18 6 GHS #1106 Jan. 11KIDS, WANT TO BE AN AUTHOR – ILLUSTRATOR?Have a blast illustrating and writing your very own hardback book. DebraPedrow, children’s author and playwright, will teach students the basicsof story writing by conversing about characters, planning the plot, andillustrating images. After the last class all authors go home with their own“published” book that they can share with family and friends.301250 – 01 AGES 7 – 10 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineWeds. 4:00-5:15 pm $32 Jan. 12 4 EV Jan. 5EXPLORING MUSICFind out what music is all about! Your children will get to learn about whatmakes different styles of music unique, the basics of how to read music,how to play percussion instruments, and about the lives of those that makemusic. Each week we will focus on a different style of music. Children willlearn what place the arts, including music has in modern society. The lastclass will be a showcase of everything that the children have learned forfamily and friends to come and enjoy.301190-01 AGES 7-12 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineThurs. 4:30-5:30 pm $40 Jan. 13 8 MSMS #118 Jan. 6LITTLE LINGUISTS ELEMENTARY FRENCH LANGUAGEWhy not have your child stay after school and learn anew language! It’s easy – children will learn throughplay and interactions. We will incorporate games, songs,conversation, crafts and food to our lessons. Class willbe divided by age group.309470-01 AGES Kindergarten thru 5th gradeDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineTues. 3:45-4:45 pm $88 Jan. 18 8 RAM Jan. 11CRAZY CHEMWORKSShake up a flask of fun in the lab as a junior chemist!This hands-on and interactive program of chemistryfor children is packed solid with cool reactions.Students put on goggles and change liquid to solidand back again. They get to handle laboratory tools,build and break molecules, and pick up some trickson chemical changes.309500-01/02 AGES 5-9 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineTues. 3:45-4:45 pm $40 Jan. 11 4 CS/AR Jan. 4Tues. 3:45-4:45 pm $40 Feb. 8 4 CS/AR Feb. 1NASA: ACADEMY OF FUTURE SPACE EXPLORERSFrom our Earth’s atmosphere to the outer reachesof our solar system, this hands on program forchildren sends them on a quest for exploration!Comets, planets, stars and more are all waiting to bediscovered. Learn about the four forces of flight, thechallenges of space travel, and even participate in arocket launch!309510-01/02 AGES 5-9 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineThurs. 3:45-4:45 pm $40 Jan. 13 4 UP/AR Jan. 6Thurs. 3:45-4:45 pm $40 Feb. 10 4 UP/AR Feb. 3Register Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form. 7

DANCE PROGRAMSBALLROOM DANCING FOR CHILDRENThis 6 week series of classes will focus on threeAmerican Style Smooth dances: Foxtrot, Waltz, andTango, as well as three American Rhythm/Latin dancestyles: Cha Cha, Samba, and Swing. Two lessonsin Hustle and Salsa will also be made available.Techniques for posture, leading, following, and basicpartner dance movement will also be taught. No partner necessary.309360-01 AGES 8-12 yearsDay Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineMon. 4:30-5:30 pm $50 Jan. 10 6 Integral/BALL Jan. 3LINE DANCEStep out onto the dance floor and experience the funand great music of line dancing. So whether you wantto “Boot Scoot and Boogie” or rule the dance floor by“Stayin Alive”, you will smile your way through 60minutes of pure fun and fitness.309360-02 AGES 16+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineMon. 6:45-7:45 pm $50 Jan. 10 6 Integral/BALL Jan. 3SWING DANCEHave you always wanted to learn to dance with a partner? Beginner leveleasyto learn, basic, triple step swing (known as East Coast Swing) is thefoundation of most swing dance styles and can be danced to a wide rangeof music. A fun class – open to singles as well as couples.301270 – 01 AGES 16+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineTues. 7:00-8:15 pm $35 Jan. 11 6 GHS/DS Jan. 4BELLY DANCEBelly Dance Fitness classes offer you through a wonderful easy-to-learnworkout, combining belly dancing moves with aerobics. The methods enablebeginners to start exercising muscles they probably didn’t realize theyhad right from the very first class! An ideal program for those wanting toworkout with music and learn new dance moves.301280-01 AGES 16+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 12-12:30 pm $70 Jan. 8 6 GHS/DS Dec. 31ADULT BALLROOM DANCING FOR BEGINNERSLearn the basic step to 6 dances that can be dancedsocially at any event. Class 1: Foxtrot and Salsa, Class2: Waltz and Cha Cha, Class 3: Rumba and Night Club2 Step, Class 4: will be a review of all dances learned!No partner necessary. Our classes do not require thatstudents change partners. This class is designed toencourage confidence on the dance floor!309360-03 AGES 16+Session Day Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location Deadline1 Wed. 7:45-8:45 pm $35 Jan. 5 4 Integral/BALL Dec. 292 Wed. 7:45-8:45 pm $35 Feb. 2 4 Integral/BALL Jan. 268 Register Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form.

HEALTH AND FITNESS PROGRAMSTry Zumba! Zumba is a fusion ofLatin and international music that ishigh energy and motivating. Danceroutines feature aerobic/fitnessinterval training with a combinationof fast and slow rhythms that toneand sculpt the body while having fun! No special equipment is needed, butparticipants should wear basic or dance sneakers – not running shoes.Don’t forget to bring a water bottle, and towel.304030-01 AGES 16+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineThurs. 6:20-7:20 pm $40 Jan. 13 6 GHS/DS Jan. 6VINYASA YOGALevel 1 Vinyasa – a yoga class that is great for beginners. A mild flowingstyle with explanations about body placement, breath work, and allthe foundational poses. This can be a soothing stress relief session forexperienced yoga persons or a comfortable environment for a first yogaclass. Poses are taken from mild to challenging as desired to createstrength, flexibility, endurance, and balance.309380-01 AGES 14+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineThurs. 7:30-8:15 pm $35 Jan. 13 6 GHS/DS Jan. 6TAI CHIThis is one of the few exercise programs that is ideal for all ages, providinga multitude of benefits with a very low level of physical stress. Medicalresearch has proven that this program increases joint mobility, decreasesjoint/muscle pain and stress, increases muscular strength, lung function,coordination, balance, and cardiovascular endurance. Instruction isconducted in an easy and relaxed atmosphere. Participants are asked towear comfortable, loose fitting clothing and tennis shoes.309070 – 01 AGES 18+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineThurs. 6:45-7:45 pm $50 Jan. 13 8 MSMS/Caf Jan. 6CARDIO-KICK BOXINGAre you seeking to improve your muscle tone and cardiovascularendurance? Then this fun, high intensity exercise class designed forbeginners and advanced is for you! It’s sure to provide an excellentcardiovascular workout with intervals of high and low impact, and willincorporate Tae Bo like kicks, boxing type punches and light body sculpting.Want to challenge yourself a little more? Bring along #1, #2, and #3weights. Participants should wear movement friendly clothing and sturdysneakers. Don’t forget your water bottle and a towel.301290 – 01 AGES 15+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineMon. & Wed. 6:30-7:30 pm $70 Jan. 10 12 MSMS/Caf Jan. 3$80 w/ weightsFLOOR, CORE AND MORE!Floor, Core and More! A 30 minute abdominal and core workout that usesjust your own body weight and a mat. The exercises are designed tostrengthen your core muscles while increasing the flexibility and enduranceof your lower back. When your core is strong your overall body’s strengthwill improve without having to lift heavy weights. Improve your overall bodystrength—try Floor, Core and More. Remember to bring a towel and mat.Don’t forget the water bottle!! Wear lose comfortable clothing and sneakers.301290 – 02 AGES 15+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineMon. & Wed. 7:35-8:15 pm $30 Jan. 10 12 MSMS/Caf Jan. 3SKI LESSONS AT HIDDEN VALLEYThink Snow! A great opportunity for familiesto learn to ski, spend time together andplay in the snow. Learn to ski from some ofthe top instructors in Western Pennsylvaniaat Hidden Valley Ski Resort. Well knownfor its quality ski instruction program, allHidden Valley Ski instructors are members of Professional Ski Instructorsof America. Lessons may be tailored to the skill of the individual: beginner,advanced beginner, intermediate and advanced intermediate. Participantsmust provide their own transportation.301000 – 01 AGES 7+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 3:30-5 pm Jan. 8 5 HV Dec. 31$150 (includes lesson and lift tickets)$65 (equipment rentalSNOWBOARDING LESSONS AT HIDDEN VALLEYCatch big air! Learn to snowboard from thestaff of professional instructors at HiddenValley Ski Resort. The program is designed toteach all levels. Learn moves in the giant, fourhundred foot half-pipe or catch big air off themounts and tables in Terrain Park.301010 – 01 AGES 7+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 3:30-5 pm Jan. 8 5 HV Dec. 31$150 (includes lesson and lift tickets)$65 (equipment rental)Register Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form. 9

SPORTS LEAGUES AND CLINICSGIRLS SOFTBALL LEAGUEHave fun with old and new friends while learning the intricacies of thegame. The Monroeville Girls Softball League offers players a choice to playin either the slow or fast pitch league. Teams will be organized and leaguesschedules developed according to the number of girls registered. Travel tosurrounding communities will be required. Practices will begin Mid-April.Registration: January 31, 2011 until February 28, 2011 (9:00 – 4:00 pm)Special Evening/Weekend Registrations:Tuesday, February 17, 2011 (6:30 – 8:30 pm)Saturday, February 19, 2011 (9:00am to 12:00pm)AGES: All girls ages 7 – 18 (age as of January 1, 2011)FEE: $65.00 (Slow Pitch)$75.00 (Fast Pitch)Volunteers are needed in the positions of coaches and assistant coaches.This is an opportunity to get involved in the organization and the decisionsaffecting your child’s play in the Monroeville Recreation Softball program..YOUTH TENNIS INSTRUCTIONKeep your child physically entertained this winter with tennis. Children willlearn the fundamental skills of tennis. Instruction will include beginner andadvanced beginner skills, such as backhand, forehand, ball control, andrules. Participants must provide their own racket.301060 – 01 AGES 8-17 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSun. 5:00-5:45 pm $55 Jan. 9 5 CFL/TC Jan. 5ADULT TENNIS INSTRUCTIONLearn the fundamental skills necessary to become successful in the sport oftennis. Backhand, forehand, ball control, rules and courtesy on the court aresome of the basics you will learn in the beginner’s course. Participants mustsupply their own tennis racquet.301070 – 01 AGES 18+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSun. 6:00-6:45 pm $55 Jan. 9 5 CFL/TC Jan. 5COED RECREATIONAL VOLLEYBALLHaven’t played a game of pick-up volleyball in quite some time? Come joinus for some recreational fun!302020 – 01 AGES 16+Session Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location Deadline1 Tues 7:00-10:00 pm $5 per Jan. 17 10 GMS/Gym Jan. 14weekMEN’S POWER VOLLEYBALLPower structure volleyball is offered in coed and all male settings. Playersmust have previous volleyball experience. Play is intense and instructionis not provided. High school players are encouraged to participate. Get theedge over opposition and prepare yourself for competitive play at the highschool level.302030 – 01 AGES 15+Session Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location Deadline1 Tues 7:00-10:00 pm $5 per Jan. 17 10 GMS/Gym Jan. 14week10 10 Register Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form.© BERNADETTE E. KAZMARSKI

ARTS AND CRAFTSMOMMY & ME HOLIDAY COOKIE DECORATINGHave fun learning to ice cookies the easy way. Help your child explore theircreativity by decorating with candies, sprinkles and other food items foundin your kitchen. We’ll be making a Santa gram, candy cane sled, reindeerand antlers. Make fond holiday memories by doing it together. Tell yourfriends about it, as this is going to be the ultimate cookie decorating party.All supplies provided.309390-02 AGES All Ages WelcomeDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineTues. 7:00-8:00 pm $18 Dec. 7 1 MSMS/AR Nov. 30CERAMIC WORKSHOPS by The Crafty Shack“SNOWMAN MUG”Let it Snow, Let it Snow, Let it Snow!! Join us to underglaze a Snowmanmug and then decorate it with bumpy snowflakes.309110 – 03 AGES 5+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineThurs. 7:00-8:00 pm $14 Jan. 13 1 MSMS/AR Jan. 6“HEART BOX”Will you be my valentine? Come make a glazed heart box for yourself oryour sweetie for Valentine’s Day!309110 – 02 AGES 5+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineWed. 7:00-8:00 pm $14 Feb. 2 1 MSMS/AR Jan. 26“ANIMAL BANK”What’s your favorite animal? Learn to dry brush and make your own furryanimal bank.309110 – 01 AGES 5+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineTues. 7:00-8:00 pm $14 Mar. 15 1 MSMS/AR Mar. 8ABRAKADOODLE, YOUTH ART PROGRAMAbrakadoodle ®Art Education Classes for Children(www.abrakadoodle.com)Parents: Your child will develop new skills and talents while designingunique artistic creations using a variety of imaginative tools and artmaterials. Each lesson introduces new techniques and artistic styles.Contemporary and master artists are featured. All art materials are provided.Crayola products are featured. This program helps children develop skillsand confidence while having fun!“TWOOSY DOODLERS”All new lessons! Children acquire new skills while exploring art throughplay. Concepts like pattern, texture, design, printing, color, and shapesare introduced. Children use safe art materials such as washable paints,markers, papers, and stampers. Squiggles and giggles are created for bothparents and children. Parental participation required.308000-01/308000-02 AGES 20-36 monthsSession Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location Deadline1 Sat. 10-10:45 am $42 Jan. 15 4 MSMS/AR Jan. 72 Sat. 10-10:45 am $42 Feb 12 4 MSMS/AR Feb. 4“MINI DOODLERS”All new lessons! Pre-Schoolers gleefully create their own uniquemasterpieces using imagination, creativity, and newly learned skills.Lessons provide new experiences with paints, watercolors, pastels, andother creative tools and materials. Each lesson introduces new techniquesand artistic styles.30800-03/30800-04 AGES 3-KindergartenSession Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location Deadline1 Sat. 11-11:45 am $42 Jan. 15 4 MSMS/AR Jan. 72 Sat. 11-11:45 am $42 Feb. 12 4 MSMS/AR Feb. 4“DOODLERS”All new lessons! Different techniques and artistic styles are introduced sothat students may design unique creations. Contemporary and historicalartists are discussed. Students develop skills, confidence, and social gracesin a fun environment while expressing their own individuality.308000-05/308000-06 AGES 1st through 6th gradesSession Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location Deadline1 Sat. 12-1:00 pm $42 Jan. 15 4 MSMS/AR Jan. 72 Sat. 12-1:00 pm $42 Feb. 12 4 MSMS/AR Feb. 4ARSKIRegister Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form. 11

Young Rembrandt Art CampsDiscoverYoung Rembrandts& Discover the Powerof Drawing.CULINARY MISCHIEF IN PASTELSThis workshop gives students the opportunity to learn how to use pastelswhile creating fun food drawings! During each class, new skills and fundrawings such as Marching Dessert Troop, Mousey Master Chef, and CanineSpaghetti Thief will be created. This program will help your art minded childexpand and develop new art skills and techniques while having a lot of fun!307040-01 AGES 6-13 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 10-11:30 am $53 Jan. 22 3 MSMS #108 Jan. 14JUST BEAD YOURSELFDon’t let winter get you down! Get out and invite all your friends to join you.A great two-hour workshop for both girls and boys. Choose from a varietyof colorful glass beads and make great bracelets for any occasion. Yourcreation will be unique and will let you just “bead” yourself! Come and enjoythe fun!! All materials included.309000-01 AGES 6-12 yearsDay(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 10 am-12 pm $12 Feb. 5 1 GMS/AR Jan. 28BEGINNER POTTERYBeat the winter blahs. Come join in an evening of pottery exploration! Thistwo-hour workshop includes all clay, tools, and slab project. Instructorwill provide a wheel demonstration and time will be allowed for hands-onparticipation with the pottery wheel.309000-02 AGES 14+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineMon. 6:15-8:15 pm $18 Jan. 24 1 MSMS/AR Jan. 17ADULT WATERCOLOR PAINTING WORKSHOPSPaint your day away. Come to this hands-on painting workshop for fourhours of instruction and demonstration for beginners to advanced painters.You will learn techniques using salt, paper towels, sponges and muchmore. A photo will be supplied for you the day of class for you to paint.You will have the opportunity to complete a painting the same day. Bringall watercolor supplies: brushes, pencil, palette, paint, water container,watercolor paper and any other supplies you have accumulated. Come findthe inner artist you have always wanted to be. Bring a bag lunch for breaktime.309170 – 01/04 AGES 16+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 8:45-1:00 pm $17 Jan. 29 1 GMS/AR Jan. 21Sat. 8:45-1:00 pm $17 Feb. 26 1 GMS/AR Feb. 18Sat. 8:45-1:00 pm $17 Mar. 26 1 GMS/AR Mar. 18CALLIGRAPHYThis workshop is designed to open the world of calligraphy to the beginningstudent. A calligraphic teaching hand will be taught over the course of 8weeks. Students will learn terminology and techniques in order to completeseveral simple projects. Students will be exposed to other calligraphichands, other tools and various materials in order to further explorecalligraphy on their own or in future workshops. Supply list will be providedat time of registration.309010-01 AGES 17+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 12:30-2:30 pm $40 Jan. 8 8 GHS #1132 Dec. 3112 Register Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form.

SPECIAL EVENTSLETTERS TO SANTAAttention all good little boys and girls! Santa has asked us to help himcollect your letters for him. Beginning Monday, November 29, 2010,Santa “drop-off” boxes will be located at both the Monroeville RecreationDepartment and the Monroeville Public Library. Your letters will be sent“Special Delivery” to the North Pole, with Santa responding to each child’sletter that he receives on or before Friday, December 10, 2010. Parentsplease make sure that children’s names and return mailing addresses arelegible.SNACKS WITH SANTAHo Ho Ho! Come out and meet the Jolly Ol’ Soul himself! Santa will visit withthe group for lite snacks and each child will have any opportunity to speakto him and if necessary, clear up that entry on the naughty list. There willbe arts and crafts, our Annual Gingerbread House Contestants Display, andholiday music to get everyone in the holiday spirit.No registration is necessary. All Ages Welcome!Date Time LocationSaturday, Dec 4 10:00am – 12:00pm MVFD #4 (4370 Northern Pike)ANNUAL GINGERBREAD HOUSE CONTESTIt’s time for everyone – kids and adults to explore their creative talentsand to challenge their imaginations! Get into the holiday spirit by makingand decorating a gingerbread house for the Annual Gingerbread Contestto take place at the “Snacks With Santa” event on Saturday, December4th at MVFD #4. The competition is divided into two categories – adults,and children 7 to 16 years, with a winner being chosen in each category.Houses will be judged by those in attendance at the event and winners willbe announced at the conclusion of the “Snacks With Santa” event at 12 pm.PRE-REGISTRATION IS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE.CONTEST RULES WILL BE PROVIDED AT THE TIME OF REGISTRATION.306000 – 01 AGES 7+Day(s) Time Cost Start Date Sessions Location DeadlineSat. 10:00 am-12:00 pm FREE Dec. 4 1 MVFD #4 Nov. 29HOLIDAY LIGHT CONTESTJudging: Sunday, December 12 – 6-9 pmDeck your home with boughs of holly and other festive materials! Judgingfor the 24th annual contest will be held on Sunday, December 12, 2010from 6-9 pm. All you need to do to participate is turn on your holiday lightsduring these hours. All Monroeville residents are invited to take part! Thisevent is sponsored by the Monroeville Recreation, and Parks Advisory Board.This event is intended to bring good cheer in celebration of the holidayseason. A winner is selected from each of Monroeville’s seven wards, fromwhich then a grand prize winner is chosen. No registration is necessary.SCULPTURE IN THE SNOW CONTESTMonroeville resident families are invited to participate in the Annual SnowSculpture Contest. Grab your gloves and your imagination! Interestedparticipants should take a picture of their snow creations and submit themto: Monroeville Recreation Department, 2700 Monroeville Blvd., Monroeville,PA 15146 on or before Friday, April 1, 2011.Name, address, telephone number and date taken are to be written on theback of the submitted photo. Photos will not be returned. One photographwill be accepted for each snow sculpture created. Families may submitmultiple entries. Only Monroeville residents are eligible to participate.DISCOUNT TICKET SALESEnjoy winter sports? How about Skiing and Snowboarding? Reward yourselfwith substantial savings on admission tickets. Discount tickets listed belowwill be available for purchase at the Monroeville Recreation Departmentthroughout the winter season. Call the recreation department for additionalinformation. 412.856.1006. All ticket sales are final. Tickets are nonrefundable.RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIESBE A VOLUNTEER!Would you like to help out in your community, but you don’t know how?The Monroeville Recreation Department is always looking for volunteers.If you are interested in lending a helping hand, please contact us at412.856.1008.RECREATION AND PARKS ADVISORY BOARD OPPORTUNITIESNow is the time to act! The municipality is currently recruiting members toserve on the Recreation and Parks Advisory Board for a number of its wards.Advisory Board Members provide a valuable service to their neighborhoodsby promoting community involvement in solving problems and advocatingfor necessary services for residents. For additional information call412.856.1006.PROGRAM IDEASHave a special talent or skill you would like to share? The MonroevilleRecreation Department is always looking for new programs. If you havean idea or would like to instruct a class, please contact the departmentat 412.856.1008 or mail in a short program description. All ideas will beconsidered.Register Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form. 13

REGISTRATION• As soon as you receive this brochure you can register.• Classes fill on a first come first serve basis and fill quickly… register early!• If your desired program is full, ask to be placed on a waiting list.• Pre-Registration is required for all programs unless otherwise noted.• Payment must accompany all registration forms.• Attend the first class as scheduled; confirmation is not mailed.HOW TO REGISTERIf you have not participated in an activity sponsored through the department you must complete and sign the “Household Information Form”.Please provide all information requested on the form. Your registration will not be processed until all information is provided. Mail or fax your“Household Information Form” along with your “Program Registration Form” with payment to the Recreation, Parks, and Human ServicesDepartment. * Registration forms are now available online at www.monroeville.pa.us/parksPAYMENTNo registrations will be accepted without full payment of fees. Cash, personal check, money orders, and credit cards will be accepted. Nocredit card information will be accepted over the telephone. Checks or money orders must be made payable to: “Municipality of Monroeville”REGISTRATION DEADLINESAll programs have been assigned a deadline date. All registrations submitted after this time will not be guaranteed admittance into theprogram, and will be charged a late fee.LATE FEESA $10 late fee will be assessed to all registrations received after the assigned deadline date. Late fees apply to all registrations, regardless ofresidency.NONRESIDENT FEESNonresidents must pay a surcharge of $10 for each registration. Priority is given to Monroeville residents. A nonresident fee will not becharged to Pitcairn residents for any activity held at a Gateway School facility.CLASS CANCELLATIONS/WEATHER POLICYThe Monroeville Recreation, Parks and Human Service Department reserves the rights to cancel, postpone, or reschedule any class dueto lack of enrollment, inclement weather, or causes beyond our control. In the event of inclement weather please call our informationhotline at 412.317.5070 for cancellations or early closing of facilities. If the Gateway School District is closed or will be closing early, allrecreation programs held at the Gateway School facilities will be cancelled. Every effort will be made to reschedule sessions missed due tounanticipated cancellations or postponements encountered during a program. Rescheduling is not guaranteed.REFUND POLICYThe decision to hold classes is based on enrollment. Refunds for recreation programs will be processed upon request in accordance with thefollowing policy:• Full refunds/credit will be issued if the MRPD cancels a program.• All refunds must be submitted in writing before the first day of class.• Cancellations prior to the deadline date will be given a full refund less a $10 processing fee.• After the deadline date, program voucher will be issued on a case-by-case basis.• No refunds will be given after the first day of class.• Participants assume the risk of changes in personal affairs or health.PHOTO INFORMATIONWe may take your picture during recreation programs, at events, or at various park facilities.Photos may be displayed at the department office, on our website, on Monroeville cable channel (TV 15), in the “In Monroeville” magazine, oron department flyers. Please inform us if this presents a problem.LOCATIONS ABBREVIATIONSCS/AR = Cleveland Steward Elementary All-Purpose RoomEV = Evergreen ElementaryGHS = Gateway High SchoolGHS/DS = GHS Dance StudioGHS/SC = GHS Sports ComplexGMS/AR = Gateway Middle Art RoomGMS/Gym = Gateway Middle GymIntegral/BALL = Integral Ballroom Dance StudioHV = Hidden Valley Ski ResortLL = Little Linquists Learning CenterMMB/CC = Monroeville Municipal Bldg Council ChambersMSMS = Mosside Middle SchoolMSMS/AR = MSMS Art RoomMSMS/Caf = MSMS CafeteriaMVFD #4 = Monroeville Volunteer Fire Department #4RAM= Ramsey ElementaryUP/AR = University Park Elementary All-Purpose Room14 Register Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form.

Household Information FormFor quick program registration in the future, please complete this form and return to the recreation office.This form must be completed to register for a program. Form will only need to be completed once.Household Primary 1.Household Secondary 2.Names (First, Last)Gender Birth date(mm/dd/yy)3.4.5.6.Please PrintLegibly7.8.Household Address:_____________________________________________________Children should belisted in numbers 3 – 8.Resident orNonresidentCity & Zip:_________________Email:_____________________ Home Number:___________________ Primary Work Number:____________________Insurance Company:___________________________________ Policy Number:_________________________________Emergency Contact:First, Last Name:__________________________ Home Number: ________________ Work Number:________________The undersigned individual, (parent or guardian if under age of 18) represents that the registrants is in good health and can participate in activities and with prior knowledge ofthe physical nature of the activity releases Monroeville Department of Recreation and Parks, Municipality of Monroeville, and the Gateway School District from any and allresponsibility for injury to the registrant through negligence or otherwise while he/she is participation in the activity. The parent, guardian or participant assumes all risksinherent in the activity and will hold the Monroeville Recreation Department, Municipality of Monroeville, and the Gateway School District harmless from any and all claims orcauses of action that may arise from this activity. The undersigned individual also hereby gives permission to Monroeville Department of Recreation and Parks to usephotographs of the participants for the promotion of Monroeville Recreation and Parks events and programs. The participants agree to hold Monroeville free and harmlessfrom liability of any nature.*Household Primary Signature (if under 18 years of age the parent or guardian signature is needed)DateProgram Registration FormFull payment is due at the time of registration. PLEASE PRINT LEGIABLYPlease be aware that mail-in and faxed registration will not receive confirmation by the office.1.PARTICIPANTS FULL NAME(Same Household)PROGRAMSwim registrations:must have level indicatedCODE SESSION PROGRAMFEEADDITIONAL FEESNONRESIDENTLATEFEETOTAL/ PERPROGRAM2.3.Please make checks payable to: MUNICIPALITY OF MONROEVILLEMail forms with full payment to: Monroeville Recreation, Parks, and Human Services Phone Number: (412) 856-10062700 Monroeville Boulevard Fax Number: (412) 856-2353Monroeville, PA 15146*Faxed registrations must pay bycredit card with signature requiredfor processingNAME AS IT APPEARS ON CREDIT CARD___________________________________CARD NUMBER________________________________________________SIGNATURE____________________________________EXPIRATION DATE_______________________________PLEASE CHECK ONE: VISA MASTER CARD DISCOVERHANDICAPPED ASSISTANCE AVAILABLE UPON REQUESTRegister Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form. 15

Monroeville Recreation & Parks2700 Monroeville BlvdMonroeville, PA 15146PRSRT STDUS POSTAGEPAIDPITTSBURGH PAPERMIT NO 425LOOK ON PAGE 13 FOR DETAILS!LETTERS TO SANTABeginning Monday, November 29,2010, Santa “drop-off” boxes willbe located at both the MonroevilleRecreation Department and theMonroeville Public Library.SNACKS WITHSANTASaturday, December 4, 201010:00am – 12:00pmANNUAL GINGERBREADHOUSE CONTESTGet into the holiday spirit by makingand decorating a gingerbread house forthe Annual Gingerbread Contest! Preregistrationis necessary to participate.HOLIDAY LIGHTCONTESTDeck your home with boughs ofholly and other festive materials!Judging for the 24th annualcontest will be held on Sunday,December 12, 2010 from 6 -9 pm.SCULPTURE IN THE SNOWCONTESTMonroeville resident families areinvited to participate in the AnnualSnow Sculpture Contest.RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIESBE A VOLUNTEER!The Monroeville Recreation Department is always looking for volunteers.RECREATION AND PARKS ADVISORY BOARD OPPORTUNITIESThe municipality is currently recruiting members to serve on the Recreation and Parks AdvisoryBoard for a number of its wards.PROGRAM IDEASThe Monroeville Recreation Department is always looking for new programs.16 Register Online at www.monroeville.pa.us or see page 15 for mail-in registration form.DISCOUNT TICKETSALESEnjoy winter sports?How about Skiing andSnowboarding? Rewardyourself with substantialsavings on admission tickets.