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Kids and Nature
Mondays, April 14th - May 19th

Dr. Suess once said, "Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not." In this class kids will learn how to be stewards of the environment. Activities will be explored through role playing, games, see-touch-feel demonstrations, service projects, and crafts.
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Fee: $10/$12
Ages: 6 - 10 years
Instructor: Audrey Gann
Location: NRC Cottonwood Room & Outside
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Maximum Enrollment:15

Earth Day Arts & Crafts
Tuesday, April 22nd

Every Day is Earth Day! Join the NRC staff for this once a year celebration for the earth. Participants will be able to show, through art, how they feel about the earth. There will be several projects to choose from and fun is guaranteed!
Time: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Fee: $7/$9
Ages: 5 - 10 years
Instructor: Audrey Gann
Location: NRC Cottonwood Room & Outside
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Maximum Enrollment: 15

Play Days
Monday, April 21st

The Recreation Center is the place to be when school is out for the day. Sure the teachers have to work - but we have to play. Games in the gym, swimming, movies, video games and great snacks add up to one great day. Don’t miss out!
Time: 7:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Fee: $26 per day
Ages: 5 - 12
Location: NRC Sunflower Room
Note: Please pre-register two days prior to each Play Day. Please bring a sack lunch, swimsuit and towel each day.

Discovery Camp Parents Meeting
Tuesday, May 13th

If you are planning on your child participating in the 2008 Summer Discovery Camp program please plan on attending this informational meeting. The summer staff will be there for parents/guardians to meet. Our rules and policies will be discussed as well as other topics including summer camp swim lessons and Adventure Day trips.
Time: 7:00 PM
Location: NRC Sunflower Room
                  Newton Activity Center
                  415 N. Poplar

Music & Rhyme Station
Thursdays, April 3rd - May 8th

Thursdays, July 10
th - August 14th

Are you sitting at home trying to think of something to do with your little toddler? Come join our six week class of pure fun. Each class will focus on different songs about your toddler’s body, movements, shapes and arts & crafts.
Time: 2:30 PM - 3:15 PM
Fee: $15/$19
Ages: 18 months - 3 years
Instructor: Candice Egizi
Location: NRC Railer Room
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Maximum Enrollment: 10
Note:
Parents you will need to stay and participate with your child.

Toddler Gym Time
Thursdays, June 5th - 26th

Let your toddler have fun while working on his or her listening skills. We will use balls, parachutes, and our own silliness in this entertaining class.
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Fee: $10/$12
Ages: 18 months - 3 years
Instructor: Candice Egizi
Location: NRC Gymnasium
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Maximum Enrollment: 10
Note:
Parents you will need to stay and participate with your child.

Kitchen Music
Wednesdays, July 16th - July 30th

Pots and pans, spoons and spatulas come alive in this class. Your child will channel his/her inner musician in this "jam session" for kids.
Time: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Fee: $8/$10
Ages: 18 months - 3 years
Instructor: Candice Egizi
Location: NRC Santa Fe Room
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Maximum Enrollment: 10
Note:
Parents you will need to stay and participate with your child.

Let’s Get Messy
Wednesdays, May 14th & 21st

Toddlers have great imaginations which will come alive in this arts and crafts extravaganza. Using different themes each day, we will use paint, glitter, paste, noodles and more to create artwork.
Time: 10:00 AM
Fee
: $6/$7 per class
Ages: 18 months - 3 years
Instructor: Candice Egizi
Location: NRC Sunflower Room
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Maximum Enrollment: 15
Note:
Parents you will need to stay and participate with your child.

Just For Mom
Saturday, May 10th

Come and join us for an hour of creating something special for Mom’s special day.
Time: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fee: $6/$7
Ages: 3 - 12
Location: NRC Cottonwood Room
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, May 7
th

My Dad Is The Best
Saturday, June 14th 

With Father’s day coming up, we will make gifts that will melt Dad’s heart.
Time:
10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Fee:
$6/$7
Ages:
3 - 12
Location:
NRC Cottonwood Room
Registration Deadline: Wednesday, June 11
th

Pre-School Play Time
Tuesdays, April 15th, 22nd, 29th

Tuesdays, May 6
th, 13th, 20th

Let your 3-5 year old’s imagination come alive in this Play Time Fiesta! We will play games, do arts & crafts, play with parachutes, the sky is the limit! Parents are welcome to participate. You can sign your child up for one day or all days.
Time: 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM
Fee:
$6/$7 per class OR
$30/$37 for entire series
Ages:
3 - 5
Instructor:
Candice Egizi
Location:
NRC Gymnasium
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Maximum Enrollment: 15

Pre-School Tae Kwon Do
Session I: Saturdays, May 10th & 17th

Has your little one been intrigued by Tae Kwon Do on television? This class is an introductory Tae Kwon Do class which will emphasize discipline, courtesy and respect and help develop motor skills with a whole lot of fun mixed in! Mr. Monares will end each class with a Korean fable. Participants do not need a uniform for this class.
Time: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Fee: $12/$15
Ages: 4 - 5
Location: NRC Santa Fe Room
Minimum Enrollment: 4 Maximum Enrollment: 10

Babysitter’s Training
Saturday, June 7th

This course gives young people ages 11 - 15 the skills and confidence to care for infants through school-aged children. This is an interactive and activity-based program that builds self-confidence and competence by practicing decision-making and managing real-life situations. Topics include safety issues, preventing injuries and illnesses, basic childcare, first aid, care for choking and age-appropriate behavior and play.
Time: 8:30 AM - 3:00 PM
Fee: $40/$50
Ages: 11 - 15
Location: NRC Cottonwood Room
Registration Deadline: Friday, May 23
rd
Minimum Enrollment: 6 Maximum Enrollment: 10
Note: All participants must bring a sack lunch. This is an American Red Cross course.

Splish, Splash Back to School Bash
Friday, August 15th

Join us for an evening of swimming, music, friends, games and snacks as we say goodbye summer…hello school! All students attending must follow the USD 373 dress code and NRC rules.
Time: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Fee:
$5
Ages:
6th, 7th and 8th grades only
Location:
Municipal Pool
Note:
Bring a floaty to relax on.

Parachute Games
Tuesdays, June 3rd, 10th, 17th

We want your children to attend 45-minutes of fun and games at NRC using only a parachute. There will be a variety of games that will encourage teamwork, listening skills and just plain having fun! You can sign your child up for one day, or all days.
Time:
11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Fee: $6/$7 per class
Ages:
5 - 8
Instructor:
Candice Egizi
Location:
NRC Gymnasium
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Maximum Enrollment: 15

 Touch A Truck
Saturday, May 17th

Have you every seen a big City Truck, Fire truck, or Police Car and wondered what it’d be like to sit behind the wheel? Join us today and touch a truck!
Time: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Fee: FREE!
Ages:
Open to All Ages
Location:
TBD

Gymnastics - Beginners
Session I: Saturdays, May 10
th - June 14th
Session II: Saturdays, July 12th - August 16th

Introductory classes that will start the kids down the correct road. Basic tumbling, coordination and stretching will be taught.
Time:
10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Fee:
$22/$27
Location:
NRC Santa Fe Room
Instructors:
Kami Wonders & Casie Ronen
Registration Deadline:
One week prior to each session.
Note:
Participants should wear loose fitting clothes and socks.

Gymnastics - Intermediate
Session I: Saturdays, May 10
th - June 14th
Session II: Saturdays, July 12th - August 16th

This class builds on existing skills, helps develop coordination, flexibility and confidence. All this and it’s fun!
Time:
11:00 AM - 11:45 PM
Fee:
$22/$27
Location:
NRC Santa Fe Room
Instructors:
Kami Wonders & Casie Ronen
Registration Deadline:
One week prior to each session.
Note:
Participants should wear loose fitting clothes and socks.

Gymnastics - Parent-Tot
Session I: Saturdays, May 10
th - June 14th
Session II: Saturdays, July 12th - August 16th

This is an interactive class with the instructors leading and the assistance of at least one parent/guardian. Work with your child on basic tumbling skills at her/his own pace with guidance from Kami & Casie.
Ages:
18 months and up
Time:
11:45 AM - 12:15 PM
Fee:
$22/$27
Location:
NRC Santa Fe Room
Instructors: Kami Wonders & Casie Ronen
Registration Deadline:
One week prior to each session.
Note:
Participants should wear loose fitting clothes and socks.

Concerts for Kids
Fridays, April 18th - May 23rd

Laura Lee has successfully entertained young audiences since 1990. She will perform songs, many featuring group participation and sign language interpretation. Participants can attend just one session or all sessions. The more you attend the more fun you will have! Adults are required to attend with their children.
Time: 5:30 PM - 6:15 PM
Fee:
$5 per session per child OR $20 for entire series
Ages:
ANY
Location:
NRC Sunflower Room
Minimum Attendance: 5 People
Note:
No concert on May 15th.

Hip Hop/Jazz Dance
Tuesdays, April 15th - June 3rd

Ever been caught "busting a move?" Join Elizabeth Senn in this new dance session and we will teach you moves you won’t be embarrassed to be caught doing! Classes will concentrate on introductory skills and fundamentals. No experience necessary, just a willingness to have fun and "break it down."
Time: Ages 5 - 12, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Ages 13 and up, 8:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Fee:
$25/$31
Location:
NRC Railer Room
Registration Deadline:
Friday, April 4
th
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Maximum Enrollment: 15

Tap Dance
Thursdays, April 10th - May 29th

Join Chelsea Gronau for this exciting program! Classes will concentrate on introductory skills and fundamentals. No experience is required just smiling faces. Time: 7:00 - 8:00 PM
Fee: $25/$31
Ages:
5 - 9
Location:
NRC Railer Room
Registration Deadline:
Monday, April 7
th
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Maximum Enrollment: 15
Note:
Students should wear comfortable clothes. Tap shoes are required for these classes.

Itsy Bitsy Yoga
Mondays, April 21st - June 16th, 4:00 PM - 4:30 PM

Consistently practicing Yoga with a young child will help their learning retention and natural motor development. In this class you will learn up to 70 different positions for your child. Join us and let us help you relax your child.
Fee: $20/$25
Ages:
6 months - 12 months
Location:
NRC Railer Room
Instructor:
Candice Egizi
Minimum Enrollment: 5 Maximum Enrollment: 10
Note:
Parents you will need to stay and participate with your child. Parents also need to bring a pillow to every class. Class will not meet May 26th

Pedal Pushers
1st
Annual Harvey County Bicycle Ride
Saturday, May 3
rd

JFK once said, "Nothing compares with the simple pleasure of a bike ride." Join NRC on this new adventure! Whether you want to challenge yourself or enjoy a short ride with your family, this is the event for you! All participants will receive a T-Shirt to wear on the day of the event. Time: Registration begins at 7:15 AM, Bike ride is at 8:00 AM
Fee:
$12
Ages:
Any person who can safely ride a bike. Children 12 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult.
Location:
Newton High School Parking Lot
Registration Deadline:
Friday, April 4
th
Note: Helmets are required.

 

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