Youth Programs

[SLAMMA JAMMA BASKETBALL] [CHILDREN'S ART CLASSES] [FENCING]
[ADVANCED ART CLASSES]
[BOYS HIGH SCHOOL BASKETBALL] [CRAZY CRITTERS CLUB]
[PERFORMING ARTS ACTING CLASSES] [TODDLER TIME] [HORSEBACK RIDING]

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Slamma Jamma Basketball

Instructor: Bob Ruderman

If you want to give your child a wonderful opportunity to develop their motor skills and interest in basketball, Slamma Jamma Young Shooters is for you. Your child will develop greater self confidence and self worth through successfully participating in fun activities where everyone succeeds.

Level:	Grades K - 2nd			Time:	4 - 5 pm; 5:10 - 6:10 pm
Day:	Tuesday				Place:	Community School	
Date:	November 11 - December 16	Fee:	$80 Res. / $85 NonRes.
							
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Boys High school Basketball

Instructor: Frank Coelho

The league will be played on Thursday evenings and Saturday afternoons at Long River Middle School. The program will consist of teams being made up of those who are registered. League will be played competitively amongst the teams that were developed.

Level:	Grades 9 - 12			Time:	3:30 - 4:30 pm
Day:	Saturday			Place:	Long River Middle School
Date:	November - March                Fee:	$20 Res. / $25 NonRes.
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Children's Art Classes

Instructor: Cynthia Pavlik

This program is for children to advance their art talent. Through these classes the children will advance their interests in the art world. They will be asked to use many of the different methods that the greats have used to express their ideas.

Level:	Ages 8 to 12  			Time:	6:15 - 7:15 pm pm	
Day:	Thursday			Place:	Chapel Hall
Date:	September 11 - October 23	Fee:	$10 Res. / $15 NonRes.
					
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Crazy Critters

Instructor: Flanders Nature Center

This program provides children the opportunity to learn the wonders of the natural world, and participate in studying a different animal each week integrated with fun, hands-on activities and crafts. Geared as an after school program, it enhances school curriculum standards and encourages self directed learning.

Level:	K—Grade 2			Time:	3:30—4:30 pm
Day:	Wednesday			Place:	Algonquin School
Date:	October 1 - 22			Fee:	$45 Res. / $50 NonRes.
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Advanced Art Classes

Instructor: Cynthia Pavlik

This program is for teens to advance their art talent. Through these classes the teens will advance their interests in the art world. They will be asked to use many of the different methods that the greats have used to express their ideas.

Level:	Ages 13 - 15			Time:	7:30 - 8:30 pm pm
Day:	Thursday			Place:	Chapel Hall
Date:	September 11 - October 23	Fee:	$10 Res. / $15 NonRes. 
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Fencing

Instructor: Sandra Marchant

Did you ever wish to duel like Zorro? Move like an Olympian? People who fence are individuals who like to made decisions for themselves, rather than having decisions made for them. It promotes physical and mental conditioning. Fencing has been in existence for 4,000 years. In 1896 fencing was one of the original sports in the Olympics.

Level:	10 years and older		Time:	Beginner:  6:30 — 7:30 pm
						Advanced:  7:30 - 8:30 pm
Day:	Friday				Place:	Algonquin School
Date:	September 12 - November 7	Fee:	$50 Res. / $55 NonRes.
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Acting Classes

Instructor: Performing Arts Program

Join New England's proven and premiere talent development program for theater games, concentration exercises, voice and speech, and improvisational exercises. Students will also learn acting terminology, sense memory, subtext, stage skills, and script work. The program will create a fun, comfortable, affirming environment to cultivate each child's own unique creativity.

Day:	Friday				Place:	Prospect Fire House Hall
Date:	October 3 - November 21		Fee:	$90 Res. / $95 NonRes.
Time:	Grades K - 2nd: 4:45pm - 5:30pm					
	Grades 3 - 6th: 5:35pm - 6:30pm
	

Classes will run for seven weeks, meeting once a week. All materials will be provided and included in the program. For registration and program information, contact Performing Arts Program at 860-432-9890. Save $3.00 by registering online at Performing Arts Program or by phone with Performing Arts.

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Toddler Time

Instructor: Meg Harkins

This program is designed for parents and their children to play games, read stories, and participate in fun arts and crafts projects. The class allows parents to interact with one another and meet new friends and playmates.

Level:	Ages 1 - 3			Time:	10 am - 11 am
Day:	Tuesday or Thursday		Place:	The Meeting Place
Date:	September 23 - November 18	Fee:	$50 Res. / $55 NonRes. 
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Horseback Riding

Instructor: B & R Stables

This program will take place at the stables located on Roaring Brook Road in Prospect. The participants will enjoy an hour ride of scenic trails located next to Holiday Hill. The program is available to any resident that is at least 10 years of age. The program is held once in the fall and again in the spring, depending on response.

Level:	10 years and older		Time:	2:00 pm
Day:	Sunday				Place:	B & R Stables
Date:	October 5  Raindate: Oct. 12	Fee:	$15 Res. / $20 Nonres. 
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