Winter/Spring/Summer Program Guide 2019 - Boston

[Pages:16]West Roxbury Community Center

Winter/Spring/Summer Program Guide

2019

Who we are

The West Roxbury Community Centers (WRCC) is a not-for-profit community based organization for the residents of our community. West Roxbury Community Centers Council works in partnership with the Boston Centers for Youth & Families (BCYF) to reach all residents of its community and provide quality arts, character, education and sports programs.

WRCC is not an agency of Boston Centers for Youth & Families, or the City of Boston. The Council is an independent 501 (c)(3) organization which is responsible for and manages its own activities and affairs. Neither BCYF nor the City of Boston direct, supervise, or control WRCC. BCYF and the City of Boston are not responsible for this publication or any of WRCC's contracts, acts, or omissions.

West Roxbury Community Centers Council West Roxbury Community Centers Council is a not for profit 501(c) 3. Our members raise funds for the programs at the site. Interested in joining our board? Join us on the 4th Thursday of each month at 7pm. If you would like additional information call 617-6355066. We welcome your thoughts!

WRCC Board Members Kathy Gallant, President Ginny Carroll, Vice President Ann Marie Russell, Secretary Mike Lynch, Treasurer

James McDonough Michael Hamrock Bonnie Houston

Patrice Sullivan Jay Walsh

Any program questions or concerns; you can contact us by e-mailing rochecc@

Boston Centers for Youth & Families Membership How to become a Member of BCYF Yearly membership is renewable each September for the BCYF Roche Center. All payments for BCYF memberships must be by money order or bank check made payable to the City of Boston.

Membership Privileges This brochure details programs offered for January, 2019- August, 2019. Most activities have a small fee. Free activities and privileges are offered for community members of all ages. WRCC Members are able to skate during public skating hours @ Roche Arena for free. Must present current membership card for free admission at rink. Prices are subject to change.

Membership Family Individual Senior (55+) Teen (13-19)

City of Boston Residents $40 $25 $10 $5

Non-residents $80 $50 $20 $10

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WRCC Program Registration Registration for our 2019 Winter programs will be ongoing beginning on Tuesday, January 8 at 5pm for City of Boston residents ONLY. Register for programs at our 1716 Centre Street location during our regular business hours. Proof of residency may be required at time of registration. Registration for Non-residents will begin on Tuesday, January 15 at 9am. Only one registration per family will be accepted on January 8. Please call 617-635-5066 with questions on membership or programs. The Center reserves the right to cancel programs due to insufficient registration. Registration by mail will not be accepted. Enrollment in Session 1 does not guarantee enrollment in Session 2. Members may register for both sessions at time of registration. Space is limited for all classes. All payments for WRCC programs may be made by credit card, check, or money order made payable to: WRCC.

WRCC Registration Policy 1. Memberships are non-refundable. 2. There are no refunds given after registration is taken for a program. 3. Credits/transfers will not be issued after the 1st week of a session. 4. If the program you register for is cancelled, or if there is a Centerinitiated schedule change, we will refund your full fee. 5. Due to limited space on teen trips once a registration is accepted by WRCC, no refunds, credits, or transfers/substitutions will be given if a teen does not attend.

BCYF Roche Family Community Center

A George Robert White Trust Facility

617-635-5066 1716 Centre Street

rochecc@

Parking in the rear of the building is limited to marked spaces only. Any vehicles parked

illegally in the lot or in the driveway will be towed at the owner's expense. Parking in

the middle of the lot is prohibited.

2019 Holidays BCYF Roche Center will be closed in observance of the following holidays:

New Year's Day Martin Luther King Jr. Day Presidents' Day Patriots' Day Memorial Day Independence Day

January 1 January 21 February 18 April 15 May 27 July 4

Classes scheduled on a holiday or Boston Public School (BPS) snow day will be cancelled for the day and will not be made up. There are no classes during BPS vacation weeks: February 18-22 and April 15-19.

Jim Roche Community Ice Arena

617-323-9512 1275 VFW Parkway Parking available in lot next to the arena

Public Skating

Monday ? Friday @ 12noon ? 1:50pm Friday evenings @ 8-9:50pm with DJ Saturday afternoons @ 2-3:50pm Sunday afternoons @ 2-3:50pm $6.00 admission ? all ages / $6.00 rental skates WRCC Members will be able to skate during public skating hours for free. Must present current membership card for free admission. Schedules available at arena, online @ or call 888-64-RINKS

Senior Skate

Wednesdays @ 11 ? 11:50am Free admission for seniors ages 65 & up

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Preschool Programs

Toddler Time

Fee: $35 per seven-week session This parent and child class is teacher directed with activities such as tumbling, free play and rhythmic activities appropriate for your toddler's development. Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code TT1 TT2 TT3 TT4 TT5 TT6 TT7 TT8

Session 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1

Age Crawling - 3 Crawling - 2 Crawling - 2 Crawling - 2 Crawling - 2

2-3 2-3 2-3

Day Wednesday

Thursday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Time 9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am 10:15-11:00am 10:15-11:00am 10:15-11:00am 11:00-11:45am 11:00-11:45am 11:00-11:45am

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code Session

Age

Day

TT9

2

Crawling - 3

Wednesday

TT10

2

Crawling - 2

Thursday

TT11

2

Crawling - 2

Tuesday

TT12

2

Crawling - 2

Wednesday

TT13

2

Crawling - 2

Thursday

TT14

2

2-3

Tuesday

TT15

2

2-3

Wednesday

TT16

2

2-3

Thursday

Time 9:30-10:15am 9:30-10:15am 10:15-11:00am 10:15-11:00am 10:15-11:00am 11:00-11:45am 11:00-11:45am 11:00-11:45am

Instructor: Donna Baressi

Sticky Fingers

Fee: $35 per seven-week session This parent and child class is teacher directed with activities such as crafts, play do, sand play, chalk, etc. Come on in and get messy! Limit 12 per class.

Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code Session

Age

Day

SF1

1

18 months ? 2.5

Tuesday

SF2

1

18 months ? 2.5

Wednesday

SF3

1

18 months - 2.5

Thursday

SF4

1

2.5-3.5

Tuesday

SF5

1

2.5-3.5

Wednesday

SF6

1

2.5-3.5

Thursday

SF7

1

2.5-3.5

Tuesday

SF8

1

2.5-3.5

Wednesday

SF9

1

2.5-3.5

Thursday

Time 9:30 ? 10:15 am 9:30 ? 10:15 am 9:30 ? 10:15 am 10:15-11:00am 10:15-11:00am 10:15-11:00am 11:00-11:45am 11:00-11:45am 11:00-11:45am

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code SF10 SF11 SF12 SF13 SF14 SF15 SF16 SF17 SF18

Session 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2 2

Age 18 months ? 2.5 18 months ? 2.5 18 months ? 2.5

2.5-3.5 2.5-3.5 2.5-3.5 2.5-3.5 2.5-3.5 2.5-3.5

Day Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday

Time 9:30 ? 10:15 am 9:30 ? 10:15 am 9:30 ? 10:15 am 10:15-11:00am 10:15-11:00am 10:15-11:00am 11:00-11:45am 11:00-11:45am 11:00-11:45am

Instructor: Donna Forgione

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Sports, Games & More...

Fee: $35 per seven-week session This fun filled class for your preschooler will engage him/her in various activities including organized sports, free play and simple physical activities for motor development/coordination. Participants must be able to separate from parents and follow directions. Parent is expected to stay in building during the class. Limit 12 per class.

Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code SG1 SG2

Session 1 1

Age 3-4 3-4

Day Monday

Friday

Time 9:30 -10:15am 9:30-10:15am

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code SG3 SG4

Session 2 2

Age 3-4 3-4

Day Monday

Friday

Time 9:30 -10:15am 9:30-10:15am

Instructor: Donna Baressi

Tales with Ms. Tracy

Fee: $40 per seven-week session Please join us in discovering the love of a great book. Each week we will read a story followed by songs, poems, and activities all related to the topic of the book. This story time will help build early listening and literacy skills while building the foundation of a lifelong love for reading and learning. Child must be accompanied by a parent/ caregiver

Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code Session

TALES1

1

Age 3

Day Monday

Time 1:30-2:15pm

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code Session

TALES2

2

Age 3

Day Monday

Time 1:30-2:15pm

Instructor: Tracy Donga

Books and Crayons Parent Workshop

Fee: $10 Join Madeline Lee, M.Ed., for a presentation on research about the merits of using traditional printed books and pencils, crayons, and markers for academic success and brain development. The research examines the movement away from print and tactile learning towards digital reading and tablet writing. Join us for this discussion on early literacy development!

Code SWW

Day Thursday, April 4th

Time 6:00pm

Small Wonders Early Childhood Program Ages 3-4

At Small Wonders our experienced Early Childhood educators strive to create an environment in which your child may thrive physically, developmentally and socially. We offer 3 and 4 year old programs. Registration begins January 9 at 5:00pm by lottery selection. Small Wonders enrollment will be open until program is full.

Program

Days

Time

Fee

3 Year Old Tuesday / Thursday

4 Year Old

Mon / Wed / Fri

8:30 ? 12:30pm 8:30 ? 12:30pm

3 Payments of $700 3 Payments of $800

Visit the Small Wonders Classroom Monday, January 7 or Tuesday, January 8 between 9 ? 10am to see our wonderful program activities and nurturing staff. For more information contact Tracy Donga at 617-635-3479.

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Youth Programs

Pee Wee Basketball

Fee: $30 per seven-week session This class enables participants to practice basic drills and increase their ability through repetition. No games, just skill building. All participants must wear appropriate athletic attire for class.

Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code PWB1 PWB2 PWB3 PWB4

Session 1 1 1 1

Grade K-1st K-1st

2nd-3rd 2nd-3rd

Day Wednesday

Thursday Wednesday

Thursday

Time 4:00-4:45pm 4:45-5:30pm 4:45-5:30pm 4:00-4:45pm

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code PWB5 PWB6 PWB7 PWB8

Session 2 2 2 2

Grade K-1st K-1st

2nd-3rd 2nd-3rd

Day Wednesday

Thursday Wednesday

Thursday

Time 4:00-4:45pm 4:45-5:30pm 4:45-5:30pm 4:00-4:45pm

Session 3 begins the week of May 20, 2019

Code PWB9 PWB10 PWB11 PWB12

Session 3 3 3 3

Grade K-1st K-1st

2nd-3rd 2nd-3rd

Day Wednesday

Thursday Wednesday

Thursday

Time 4:00-4:45pm 4:45-5:30pm 4:45-5:30pm 4:00-4:45pm

Wide World of Sports

Fee: $30 per seven-week session Participate in a variety of recreational sports including floor hockey, whiffle ball, soccer, basketball and more! All participants must wear appropriate athletic attire for class.

Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code Session

WW1

1

Grade 2-4

Day Friday

Time 4:30-5:15pm

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code Session

WW2

2

Grade 2-4

Day Friday

Time 4:30-5:15pm

Session 3 begins the week of May 20, 2019

Code Session

WW3

3

Grade 2-4

Day Friday

Time 4:30-5:15pm

Youth Karate

Fee: $45 per seven-week session This entry level Karate class is an excellent tool for your child to build self-confidence, learn discipline, and improve coordination in a safe fun-filled environment. Limit 15 per class.

Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code YK1 YK2

Session 1 2

Ages 4-8 4-8

Day Monday Monday

Time 5:30-6:15pm 6:15-7:00pm

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code YK3 YK4

Session 2 2

Ages 4-8 4-8

Day Monday Monday

Time 5:30-6:15pm 6:15-7:00pm

Instructor: Ari Cassarino

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WRCC Art Workshop

Fee: $60 per seven-week session "Mrs. C" our art teacher from summer camp teaches a series of exciting classes that explore unusual techniques using unique materials. Each week young artists will create a new project. Students will use clay, create sculptures, paint and create collages. Each artist's creativity will be encouraged and celebrated!

Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code CRAFT 1 CRAFT 2

Session 1 1

Grade K1 ? 2nd 3rd & Up

Day Tuesday Tuesday

Time 4:15-5:00pm 5:00-5:45pm

Instructor: Joanne Clamage

Robotics Grades 3-5

Fee: $50 per seven-week session Robotics for kids uses fun, hands on projects (featuring LEGO?), Osobot and other activities to teach the kids robotics and STEM skills. Your child will learn how to build and program robots with LEGO? bricks and software, code with the Osobot ? all while making friends, developing new skills and having a great time with STEM. Using Osobot we will learn how to calibrate, write code, test, and reevaluate depending upon the outcome. Limit 6 per class.

Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code Session

ROBO1

1

Grade 3-5

Day Thursday

Time 3:45 ? 4:45pm

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code Session

ROBO2

2

Grade 3-5

Day Thursday

Time 3:45 ? 4:45pm

Instructor: Mrs. Beatrice

Rock Wall Adventure

Fee: $10 per seven-week session Meet our staff at the BCYF Menino Center for a Rock Wall Adventure! Students will be taught by Rock Wall Certified Staff and learn basic climbing skills: use of harness, knot tying, climbing commands, belaying, safety and climbing techniques! Limit 10 per class. All participants must wear appropriate athletic footwear and attire for class.

Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code Session

ROCK1

1

Grade 4-5

Day Tuesday

Time 4:00 -5:00pm

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code Session

ROCK2

2

Grade 4-5

Day Tuesday

Time 4:00 -5:00pm

Knitting Club Grades 3-5

Fee: $40 per seven-week session Warm up with knitting with Mrs. Beatrice! Instruction will include learning the knit and purl stitch, making pom pom animals and twisted cords. Once you learn the knit stitch projects include bean bags, headbands, and other fun projects! Supplies will be provided. Limit 8 per class.

Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code KNIT1

Session 1

Grade 3-5

Day Monday

Time 3:45-4:45pm

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code KNIT2

Session 2

Grade 3-5

Day Monday

Time 3:45-4:45pm

Instructor: Mrs. Beatrice

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Yoga for Girls Ages 10-13 years old

Fee: $60 per seven-week session This class teaches the art of yoga to girls ages 10 to 13. We will practice yoga postures to become comfortable in the body and basic meditation techniques to quiet the mind. Part of each class will be dedicated to fun, creative drawing and to journaling as forms of self-expression and self-knowledge. Young students can create a foundation of self-awareness with these powerful tools that are sure to last a lifetime. Please bring a drawing pad and oil pastels for drawing, and a journal/notebook and pen for journaling.

Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code Session

Age

Day

Time

YG1

1

10-13

Thursday

5:00-6:00pm

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code Session

Age

Day

Time

YG2

2

10-13

Thursday

5:00-6:00pm

Instructor: Ines Hudson

Babysitting Class Grades 5 and up

Fee: $35 Babysitter training and safety class. A three hour training class in dealing with infants and children while babysitting. Feeding and diapering of babies as well as basic first aid is covered in the course. Students will strategize ways to keep youngsters safe and entertained while in their care. Intended for students in grades 5 and up.

Code Grade

Day

Time

BSIT1 5 and up Monday, Jan. 28 BSIT2 5 and up Saturday, Mar. 16

4-7pm 9:30-12:30pm

Instructor: Maryellen McNally

Home Alone Safety Class Grades 3 and Up

Fee: $35 Home Alone Safety is a one-time 2 hours class that covers what to do and what not to do when a child or children are home alone. We cover what to do in an emergency ? calling 911/ choking relief and prevention and basic first aid skills. Intended for children in grades 3 and up.

Code Grade

Day

Time

HOME1 5 and up Saturday, Feb. 9

9:30-11:30pm

HOME2 5 and up Monday, April 8

4-6pm

Instructor: Maryellen McNally

Pee Wee Drama Ages 4-8

Fee: $40 per seven-week session In this lively 45-minute class the younger set will put their dramatic talents to work. We'll act out old and new stories and make up a few of our own! Classes will encourage listening, control, cooperation, and using their imagination. But most of all it's FUN!!

Session 1 begins the week of January 22, 2019

Code Session

Ages

Day

Time

PWD1

1

4-6

PWD2

1

6-8

Friday Friday

4:00-4:45pm 4:45-5:30pm

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code Session

Ages

Day

Time

PWD3

2

4-6

PWD4

2

6-8

Friday Friday

4:00-4:45pm 4:45-5:30pm

Instructor: Bill Jacob

Children ages 4-7 who wish to participate in the play in the spring must either have been in the play before or have taken a Pee Wee Drama class prior to January 2019.

Act It Out!

Ages 9-11

Fee: $40 per seven-week session Explore the creative process through movement activities, improvisation and dramatization. Develop self-expression and communication skills.

Session 1 begins the week January 22, 2019

Code Session

AO1

1

Ages 9-11

Day Friday

Time 5:30 - 6:15pm

Session 2 begins the week of March 25, 2019

Code Session

AO2

2

Ages 9-11

Day Friday

Time 5:30 - 6:15pm

Instructor: Bill Jacob

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