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1 TOWNSHIP OF LIVINGSTON SENIOR, YOUTH & LEISURE SERVICES Fall 2015 Program Guide Registration Begins Monday, August 17, 2015 ALL NON-RESIDENT ADULT & SENIOR PROGRAMS REGISTRATION BEGINS MONDAY, AUGUST Hillside Avenue

2 2 SENIOR, YOUTH AND LEISURE SERVICES Director, Senior, Youth & Leisure Services Program Supervisors: Senior & Adult Enrichment Athletics & Aquatics Community Services - LYCS Camp, Youth & Teen Programs Adaptive Recreation Coordinator Customer Service Senior Transportation & Facility Rentals Marketing & Finance Jennifer Hessberger Liliana Branquinho Kenneth A. Lomax Susan Ridley Brittany Skrocki Auke Wiersma Vivian Dippold OUR MISSION The Department of Senior, Youth and Leisure Services for the Township of Livingston, comprised of programming and services that encompasses all community citizens, provides integrated and comprehensive services that promote the welfare of the community, the positive development of youth, support for seniors, and the strengthening of families. Nell Sommese Nancy Verniero FACILITIES OFFICE INFORMATION: Phone: Fax: recreation@livingstonnj.org Hours: Monday Friday, 8:30AM 4:30PM TOWNSHIP ADMINISTRATION Township Manager Deputy Township Manager Michele E. Meade Russell A. Jones, Jr. Livingston Senior/Community Center (LSCC) 204 Hillside Avenue, Livingston NJ Includes: Senior, Youth & Leisure Services, Department of Health, Welfare & Human Services, meeting & craft rooms, playground, shuffle board and bocce courts. Memorial Park Robert H. Harp Drive in front of Livingston High School Includes: Walking track, multiple sports fields, bocce & shuffleboard courts, gazebo, 9/11 Memorial Garden, Littell People s Park, Littell s Pond including seasonal ice skating, tennis courts & wall, basketball and skate park. See page 3 for details about skate park. Mervyn V.T. Haines Community Pool 10 Wahler Road next to Livingston High School Phone: Summer Only Monmouth Court Community Center (MCCC) 26 Monmouth Court Includes: Gymnasium, craft room, Little Sports Court playground, (playground currently closed) Alternative High School. Northland Recreation Center (NL) 3 Madison Court (located at the end of Jefferson Court) Phone: Summer Only Includes: Northland Community Pool, meeting rooms for dance, table tennis & assorted community events, basketball & tennis courts, park area and playground. Brendan P. Tevlin Field Sports Complex Located at the end of Okner Parkway Includes: Softball & baseball diamonds, soccer & lacrosse fields and sand volleyball. Use by permit only. Parks East Hills Park, Shrewsbury Drive Includes: Fitness trail & Livingston Dog Park with two offleash areas: one for dogs 25 lbs. & under and one for dogs of all sizes. Passes may be obtained at the Health Department Prospect Park, Laurel Avenue Includes: Natural area hiking & biking trails. Livingston Skate Park Located on So. Livingston Avenue between the YMCA and the Town Hall, Livingston Skate Park is a skate at your own risk facility, designed for skate boarding, inline skating and BMX biking. Individuals must register and obtain a badge from Senior, Youth & Leisure Services (SYLS). Playgrounds Community Kids Playground, LSCC Grand Terrace Playground, Grand Terrace Littell People s Park, Memorial Park Little Sports Court, Monmouth Court (currently closed) Northland Playground, Northland Recreation Ctr. Senior, Youth & Leisure Services (SYLS) FALL 2015 Program Guide

3 3 Community Pass! enior, Youth and Leisure Services (SYLS) is proud to offer S Livingston residents the ability to register for programs online through Community Pass. This one-stop shopping allows residents to create a family account to sign up for SYLS programs including, preschool, youth and teen programs, sports, camps, LYCS leaders program, adult fitness and senior programming. Credit cards (MasterCard and Visa) will be processed both in person at our counter and online at Community Pass. The process of online registration is in keeping with our continual efforts to improve program administration and reduce costs while maintaining quality leisure activities for the whole family. For more information about SYLS programs and/or Community Pass, contact us at , recreation@livingstonnj.org or visit our website: For those who prefer to register in person at the Senior Community Center, our office hours are Monday Friday, 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM. Once an account has been created on Community Pass, residents will be able to update their information and print out receipts without leaving the comfort of their home. To get started, please go to: register.communitypass.net/livingston New families, please go to: WELCOME NEW USERS! CREATE AN ACCOUNT FOR YOUR FAMILY NOW! Inside this issue General Registration Information... 4 Policies and Procedures... 5 PS Specialty Programs Youth Programs/School Break Dance Academy Fright Night Color Run Birthday Party Packages LYCS Special Populations Youth Sports Adult Sports Adult & Senior Fitness Adult/Senior Enrichment Events & Socials Adult/Senior Programs & Services Livingston Health Department Organizations & Services Senior/Community Center Use Livingston Express Shuttle The Livingston Express Shuttle service offers round trip transportation between the Livingston Mall and the South Orange Train station. The jitney operates Monday thru Friday, with departures approximately every 30 minutes, from 6:00 am 9:15 am and from 4:00 pm 8:39 pm. The fare is $2.00 each way which is purchased on the shuttle. Exact change is required. Credit cards and check are not accepted for single fares. Monthly, discounted passes are available for $70.00 and can be obtained online at SHUTTLE PICK UP AND DROP OFF: Livingston: Livingston Mall, Parking Lot 18, near the Walnut Street entrance, behind Macy s and close to two active bus shelters. Free parking is always available. South Orange: In front of SOPAC in the commuter parking lot next to the train station. For more information, call SYLS at or visit the Township website,

4 4 GENERAL REGISTRATION INFORMATION INFORMATION DISCLAIMER Although every effort will be made to provide correct information in this guide, errors or omissions may occur. Information received in the Senior, Youth and Leisure Services Office will override this document. RESIDENCY REQUIREMENTS Registration for preschool and youth programs is limited to Livingston Residents only, Some senior and adult programs allow non-resident registration. Please read all descriptions carefully. REGISTER ONLINE! Visit click on link to Senior, Youth and Leisure Services, follow instructions in Community Pass. REGISTER IN PERSON Visit Senior, Youth and Leisure Services (SYLS) during regular business hours, Monday Friday, 8:30AM 4:30PM. Check the township website, for updates regarding additional hours for pool registrations. For most programs, individuals may register for only ONE family other than their own. Please read all program information for complete details. The appropriate registration form and all emergency and release forms must be signed by the parent or guardian of participants under 18 years of age. Program participants are to bring a copy of the registration receipt to the first class or program session as proof of registration. Participant signatures are required for all adult programs. REGISTER BY MAIL Send complete registration form and payment in the form of a check or money order payable to Township of Livingston to: Senior, Youth & Leisure Services, 204 Hillside Avenue, Livingston NJ Credit card payments are not accepted for mail in registrations. Mailed registrations will be processed at 12PM on the first day of registration. In the event your selected program or programs are filled, you will be contacted and your check will be returned to you. Livingston Township, NJ TAX ID The Township Tax Identification Number: Please save your program receipts for tax purposes. Copies may be obtained at the township offices, but may require up to five (5) business days to process. PAYMENT OPTIONS Payment in the form of cash, check, money order or credit cards (Master Card and Visa) is acceptable. Credit card payments are not accepted for mail in registrations. Please make checks payable to Township of Livingston. A $20.00 fee will be charged for all returned checks. Volunteer Opportunities Available Shadow Positions If you or someone you know would like to volunteer time to help a child with special needs, please contact Senior, Youth & Leisure Services. After school and evening hours are available as well as Saturday from 9 am 12 pm for our new Shining Star Sports League. If you are interested in any of these opportunities, please contact Auke Wiersma, Adaptive Recreation Coordinator at , ext. 403 or awiersma@livingstonnj.org. Senior Transportation Program Volunteer Van Driver Do you enjoy driving and helping others? If so, please contact Liliana Branquinho at the SYLS (973) office regarding further information on becoming a volunteer van driver for the township s senior/disabled transportation program. TOWNSHIP HOLIDAY CLOSINGS: Friday, September 11, 2015, Township offices close at 12PM for Employee Recognition Picnic. SENIOR, YOUTH & LEISURE SERVICES AND ALL TOWNSHIP OFFICES WILL BE CLOSED ON: MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 7, 2015 THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 26, 2015 FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 27, 2015 THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2015 FRIDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2015

5 5 POLICIES & PROCEDURES REFUND POLICY Program fees will not be refunded to your credit card account. Programs are subject to cancellation if minimum enrollment is not met. Participants will receive a credit back to the family account to be used for future registrations or a full refund with no administrative fee will be issued in the form of a check. Refunds may also be given if the space is filled from a waiting list, a medical excuse can be verified or the family or participant is moving from the area. Fees will not be prorated for those registering after a program has started. No makeup or substitution of classes missed, unless cancellation by SYLS and make up session is scheduled. Refunds for the above reasons may be charged a $10.00 administrative fee. Any approved refunds given after the program has begun will be prorated. Please allow a minimum of 30 days for refund processing. RESIDENT/NON-RESIDENT REQUIREMENTS Residency is required for all preschool, youth, senior transportation and most aquatic programs. To receive resident rates, Livingston residents are required to present identification such as a valid driver s license, photo ID card or utility bill. Non-residents may register for select adult and senior programs at a higher rate than residents. Non-resident registration will open one (1) week after resident registration opens. Resident rates are indicated by (R) and non-resident rates by (NR) following the fee. If no delineation of resident or nonresident fee is made, the program is open to residents only. Please refer to the Sports Adults section for detailed information on residency requirements for sports activities. INSURANCE The Senior, Youth & Leisure Services does not carry accident insurance. We strongly recommend that all participants be covered by personal or family insurance. INCLEMENT WEATHER POLICY If Livingston Public Schools (LPS) are cancelled, SYLS programs beginning before 3PM will be cancelled (this may not apply to Adult and Senior programs). Programs beginning after 3PM will be addressed by 2PM that day. Messages are posted on LPS website, LPS closing line, , select "8", SYLS website, For delayed openings, all programs will meet as scheduled unless weather conditions deteriorate during the day. Messages will be posted on SYLS website, For early dismissals, all evening activities, including all open play programs, are cancelled. Saturday & Sunday programs will be decided by 9AM that day and/or throughout the day as needed. Messages will be posted on SYLS website, Special events and/or school break programs will be handled on an as needed basis. Youth & Adult Sports Programs If Livingston schools are cancelled or dismissed early, all activities held in the evening in school facilities are cancelled. Severe weather arising during the day will be addressed at 3PM. Saturday & Sunday programs will be decided by 9AM that day and/or throughout the day as needed. All information regarding weather cancellations will be put on the Sports Update Line. Please check the line after the times listed above for the most up-to-date information. UPDATE LINE INFORMATION: (973) SPORTS: PRESS 2 COMMUNITY: PRESS "3" Sign up for Township notices to get up to date information: Reminders regarding program registration dates and deadlines Cancellations due to inclement weather Special Events and much more! Visit

6 6 P.S. Specialty Classes (Registration begins Monday, August 17) CHILD & CAREGIVER CLASSES DOB: 10/01/13-09/30/14 Shake Your Sillies Out We ll dance, jump, wiggle & sing in this fun program. Using familiar nursery rhymes and games mixed with some new, special music, we ll learn body awareness, basic directions and have a lot of fun! Limit: 10 children & 10 adults per session Instructors: PS Specialty Staff 1 M 9:30-10:15 AM 9/21 12/14 $99.00 No classes on 10/12 2 F 9:30-10:15 AM 9/11 12/18 $ No classes on 11/6, 11/27 Handy Fingers & Toes DOB: 10/01/13-09/30/14 Make your own messy keepsake project using your hands, feet, fingers and toes. No two projects are alike. We ll also learn songs using our hands and fingers. Limit: 10 children & 10 adults per session Instructors: PS Specialty Staff 1 M 10:45-11:30 AM 9/21 12/14 $99.00 DOB: 10/01/13-09/30/14 Music in Motion Join us for an exciting morning of kid friendly songs. We'll be learning some children's favorites as we develop fine and gross motor skills. Limit: 10 children & 10 adults per session Instructors: PS Specialty Staff 1 W 10:30-11:15 AM 9/9 12/16 $ No classes on 9/23 DOB: 10/01/13-09/30/14 Let s Play Brrr! It s cold outside! Come play in our open play room where moms can socialize while children play and make new friends. Limit: 12 children & 12 adults per session Instructors: PS Specialty Staff 1 F 10:30-11:15 AM 9/11 12/18 $ No class on 11/6, 11/27 DOB: 10/01/13-09/30/14 Let's Get Messy "Two We will do easel painting, finger painting, marble painting, splat painting, use sponges, cookie cutters, toothbrushes, dots and more to create our own beautiful artwork. Come join the fun and leave the mess to us! Limit: 10 children & 10 adults per session Instructors: PS Specialty Staff 1 W 9:30-10:15 AM 9/9 12/16 $ No class 9/23 DOB: 10/01/12-09/30/13 Time for Two For 2 to 3 year olds. Not ready to drop off, this is the class for you. Learn colors, shapes and more through circle time, crafts and play. Take home a project each week. Limit: 10 children & 10 adults per session Instructors: PS Specialty Staff 1 T 9:30-11:00 AM 9/8 12/15 $ No class on 9/15 2 Th 9:30-11:00 AM 9/10-12/17 $ No class on 11/5, 11/26 Senior, Youth & Leisure Services (SYLS) FALL 2015 Program Guide

7 7 P.S. Specialty Classes (Registration begins Monday, August 17) MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY 4 Year Old Power Package Classes* Let s Go 4 s 8:30-12:30 p.m. Let s Go 4 s 8:30-12:30 p.m. Let s Go 4 s 8:30-12:30 p.m. Let s Go 4 s 8:30-12:30 p.m. The Write Start 8:30-12:30 p.m. 3 Year Old Power Package Classes* Get Set 3 s 8:30-12:30 p.m. Get Set 3 s 8:30-12:30 p.m. Get Set 3 s 8:30-12:30 p.m. Get Set 3 s 8:30-12:30 p.m. Get Set 3 s 8:30-12:30 p.m. *NEW starting January 5th 2015, full day Power Package 3 s & 4 s require rest time in between morning and afternoon classes. For more information about this change, please see our Preschool Booklet. 2 Year Old Power Package Classes* Get Ready 2 s 9:30-11:30 a.m. Get Ready 2 s 9:30-11:30 a.m. Get Ready 2 s 9:30-11:30 a.m. Get Ready 2 s 9:30-11:30 a.m. Terrific Trips 9:30-11:30 a.m. *The above PS Power Package classes are full for 2015/2016 school year. Parent & Child and Afternoon classes for 2, 3 & 4 year olds are available for individual registration for our Fall 2015 session. Parent & Child Classes Shake Your Sillies Out Session 1 9:30-10:15a.m. Time for Two 9:30-11:00 a.m. Let s Get Messy Two 9:30-10:15 a.m. Time for Two 9:30-11:00 a.m. Shake Your Sillies Out Session 2 9:30-10:15 a.m. Handy Fingers & Toes 10:45-11:30 a.m. Music in Motion 10:30-11:15 a.m. Lets Play Session 2 10:30-11:15 a.m. AFTERNOON CLASSES FOR 3 & 4 YEAR OLDS Lunch Bunch 11:45-12:45 p.m. Lunch Bunch 11:45 12:45 p.m. Lunch Bunch 11:45-12:45 p.m. Lunch Bunch 11:45 12:45 p.m. Lunch Bunch 11:45 12:45 p.m. Math-A-Magicians 1:00 2:00 p.m. Made By Me 1:00 2:00 p.m. Let s Experiment 1:00 2:00 p.m. Story Stretchers 1:00 2:00 p.m. Traveling Caravan 1:00 2:15 p.m. Animal Adventures 2:00-3:00 p.m. Food Frenzy 2:00-3:00 p.m. Crafts Galore 2:00-3:00 p.m. Music Mania 2:00-3:00 p.m. MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY AFTERNOON CLASSES FOR 2 YEAR OLDS Watch for new classes each session Circle Time 2-Gether 12:30 2:00 p.m. Watch for new classes each session The morning Power Package 2 s enrolled in the above afternoon classes must be picked up for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and then return for the afternoon classes beginning at 12:30 p.m. All Preschool Specialty Classes are held at Livingston Senior/Community Center 204 Hillside Avenue. - 2nd Floor For more information, call SYLS at or visit the Township website,

8 8 P.S. Specialty Classes (Registration begins Monday, August 17) CHILD ONLY CLASSES Brown Bag Lunch Bunch Children enrolled in Power Package Options 3 s and 4 s, do not need to enroll separately. DOB: 10/01/10-09/30/12 Lunch Bunch is a recreation program designed to transition 3 & 4 year-old preschoolers into an afternoon of learning and fun. The program runs five days a week, Monday through Friday. Children will be taken from Lunch Bunch to afternoon classes where enrolled. You provide the lunch, we ll provide the fun! Limit: 16 children per classroom Instructors: P.S. Specialty Staff 1 M 11:45-12:45 PM 9/21 12/14 $48 No class on 10/12 2 T 11:45-12:45 PM 9/8 12/15 $56 No class on 9/15 3 W 11:45-12:45 PM 9/9 12/16 $56 No class on 9/23 4 TH 11:45-12:45 PM 9/10 12/17 $52 No class on 11/5, 11/26 5 F 11:45-12:45 PM 9/11 12/18 $52 No class on 11/6, 11/27 DOB: 10/1/10 9/30/12 Math-A-Magicians Using patterns and simple hands-on counting exercises, this program will introduce your child to basic math concepts. Projects and games will make math fun and easy! New lessons and activities are completed each session making this the perfect class for old and new friends! Class can be combined with Lunch Bunch. Limit: 32 children Instructors: Annette Mores & Staff 1 M 1:00-2:00 PM 9/21 12/14 $ No class on 10/12 DOB: 10/1/10 9/30/12 Story Stretchers We will stretch our imaginations through projects and activities related to the theme of our weekly story! Enjoy some favorite books and find some new ones to love. Stories from previous sessions are not repeated. Limit: 32 children Instructors: Debbie Langdon & Staff 1 TH 1:00-2:00 PM 9/10 12/17 $ No class 11/5, 11/ School Year Preschool Meet & Greet Thursday, September 3rd from 5:00-6:00PM Meet your child's teachers, receive important information, ask questions & see your child's class room. *We will start on the lower lever of the SCC. Parents will have an informational meeting while the children get to enjoy cotton candy & the bounce house, children will be supervised by SYLS camp staff. *After informational meeting, parents & children will get the opportunity to see their class room Preschool Power Package Program is Full for 2015/ School Year Dates: 9/8/2015 6/17/2016 DOB: 10/1/10 9/30/12 Animal Adventures Learn everything you ever wanted to know about animals! Through hands on activities and stories we will discover new and interesting facts about various creatures, a new one each week. Limit: 32 children Instructors: Lucy Randis & Staff 1 M 2:00-3:00 PM 9/21 12/14 $ No class on 10/12 DOB: 10/1/10 9/30/12 Made by Me Teacher guided kid inspired! Using various craft methods, children will be encouraged to create their own individual projects reflecting their unique ideas and personality. Hands on fun! How proud they will be to have something made by me! Class can be combined with Lunch Bunch. Limit: 32 children Instructors: Annette Mores & Staff 1 T 1:00-2:00 PM 9/8 12/15 $ No class 9/15 DOB: 10/1/10 9/30/12 Food Frenzy Calling all little chefs! We will be creating a special food treat each and every week! Kids love to cook! Class may not be appropriate for those with food allergies. Limit: 16 children Instructors: Annette Mores & Staff 1 T 2:00-3:00 PM 9/8 12/15 $ No class 9/15

9 9 P.S. Specialty Classes (Registration begins Monday, August 17) DOB: 10/1/10 9/30/12 Traveling Caravan - Dawn of the Dinosaurs Join us as we travel back in time to the days of the dinosaurs! Through stories, crafts and games children will learn about dinosaurs big and small. This class will be a real adventure! Limit: 32 children Instructors: Debbie Langdon & Staff 1 F 1:00-2:00 PM 9/11 12/18 $ No class on 11/6, 11/27 DOB: 10/1/10 9/30/12 Let s Experiment Definitely a hands-on program! This beginning science class will experiment with gooey things, furry things, many legged things and much more! New, fun experiments are conducted each session, so feel free to sign up over and over again! Class can be combined with Lunch Bunch. Limit: 32 children Instructors: Annette Mores & Staff 1 W 1:00-2:00 PM 9/9 12/16 $ No class 9/23, 11/25 DOB: 10/1/10 9/30/12 Crafts Galore In this class we will be doing a different craft technique each week including ceramics, wood work, beading and much more! Kids will take home crafts galore! Limit: 32 children Instructors: Debbie Langdon & Staff 1 W 2:00-3:00 PM 9/9 12/16 $ No class 9/23, 11/25 DOB: 10/1/10 9/30/12 Music Mania Sing, dance and play while learning pre-music skills based on rhythm and movement! Kids will be introduced to a variety of instruments and musical selection. Limit: 16 children Instructors: Debbie Langdon & Staff 1 TH 2:00-3:00 PM 9/10 12/17 $ No class 11/5, 11/26 DOB: 10/1/12 3/8/13 Circle Time 2-Gether Come join our circle of friends as we learn the months of the year, the days of the week, weather of the day, shapes, colors and numbers. This class will introduce your child to listening to stories, singing and will help your child extend his/her attention span. Together we can have fun learning! Limit: 32 children Instructors: Phyllis Cullen & Jennifer Cardona 1 W 12:30 2:00 PM 9/9 12/16 $168 No class on 9/23, 11/25 Children in morning Power Package 2 s that are enrolled in the above afternoon classes must be picked up for lunch at 11:30 a.m. and then return for the afternoon classes beginning at 12:30 p.m. All Preschool Specialty Classes are held at Livingston Senior/Community Center, 204 Hillside Ave. - 2nd Floor PRESCHOOL REST TIME Children who stay for the afternoon 3 & 4 year old specialty classes are required by NJ State Licensing to have 30 minutes of rest time. Rest time will be from 12:15-12:45PM with afternoon classes beginning at 1:00PM. *Please provide a crib sized sheet & blanket with a small pillow for your child. Children who leave at 12:30pm and do not attend afternoon classes will have song/story time from 12:15 12:30PM.

10 10 Youth Programs (Registration begins Monday, August 17) Grade(s) 1-4 Crunch & Munch Explore the world of creative cooking through mindful and innovative recipes custom tailored to cater to even the pickiest eaters! Children will learn to slice, dice, mash, measure and pour as they mix up their very own healthy meals from start to finish. Original recipe books will be created and distributed at the end of each session. All delicious and nutritious ingredients are provided by Whole Foods. Guaranteed to be finger-licking fun! *Crunch & Munch is allergy aware, please inquire for specific details. Limit: 10 participants Instructor: Crystal Martucci Location: LSCC Kitchen W 5:00-6:00 PM 9/9-12/16 R: $ No class: 9/23, 11/25 NR: $ Grades: 5-8 Flour Power These exciting, hands-on culinary classes are a great way to engage students in healthy, fun food from scratch, all while building kitchen confidence at a more complex, exacting level of performance; where their motor and thinking skills are challenged. Each week highlights key skills that will be practiced and reinforced throughout the curriculum. Let the culinary extravaganza begin! Flour Power is allergy aware, please inquire for specific details. Limit: 10 participants Instructor: Crystal Martucci Location: LSCC Kitchen W 6:15 7:15 PM 9/16 12/16 R: $ No class: 9/23, 11/25 NR: $ Ooey Gooey Science Grades: 1-4 Captivate and stimulate young minds with exciting hands-on exploration of simple scientific concepts through play, crafts and demonstrations. From chemistry, to magnets, to rainbows children will discover how science can help us to better understand the world around us Limit: 10 participants Instructor: Crystal Martucci Location: LSCC 1st floor F 4:15-5:15 PM 9/18-12/18 R: $105 No class: 9/11, 11/6, 11/27 NR: $129 Advanced Yoga Ages 8-13 years For children who have taken yoga for 2 or more years. Advanced practices: they are able and interested in arm balances and back bends. First class will be a pre-view class to determine eligibility. *Please bring a yoga mat. Limit: 10 per session Instructor: Stacey Pinke Location: LSCC 1st floor Th 4:00-4:45 PM 9/10 12/17 R:$ No class: 11/5, 11/26 NR:$ Ages 8-13 years Grounding Yoga Explore poses which help you relax and decompress. You will stretch, strengthen and tone muscles. Enjoy breathing exercises and meditations. Classes will be designed to help improve focus and concentration as well as provide you with a deeper sense of relaxation. *Please bring a yoga mat. Limit: 10 per session Instructor: Stacey Pinke Location: LSCC 1st floor Th 5:00-5:45 PM 9/10 12/17 R:$ No class: 11/5, 11/26 NR:$ Ages 7-10 years Uplifting Yoga This is an upbeat energizing class with some salutations and some yoga games. Story time with yoga will also be offered in the class. *Please bring a yoga mat. Limit: 10 per session Instructor: Stacey Pinke Location: LSCC 1st floor M 4:00-4:45 PM 9/21 12/14 R:$99 No class: 10/12 NR:$123 Senior, Youth & Leisure Services (SYLS) FALL 2015 Program Guide

11 11 Youth Programs/ Youth Events (Registration begins Monday, August 17) Grade(s): K-2 Sticky Fingers This program is an opportunity for your child to do all the messy things children love to do but parents dread having them do at home. Activities will be varied and some may involve more than one class to complete. Limit: 15 participants Instructor: Diane Sikora, Certified Art Teacher Location: LSCC - 2nd floor, Preschool room Th 4:00-5:30 PM 9/10 12/17 R:$156 No class: 11/5, 11/26 NR:$182 Grade(s): 3-5 Dynamic Designs This program will have lots of fun gluing, designing, and decorating! Children will utilize an assortment of materials to create projects in this enjoyable art class each week. Different projects will be introduced each session according to the season. Limit: 15 participants Instructor: Diane Sikora, Certified Art Teacher Location: LSCC - 1st floor W 4:00-5:30 PM 9/9-12/16 R: $144 No class: 9/23, 11/4, 11/25 NR: $168 Livin on the Edge - Skate Academy Ages: 7-14 years On the first day, students will be split into smaller groups by ability level. Beginners will learn basic maneuvering and board control skills. Our instructor will help new students become comfortable skating on the obstacles in the park. For skaters who are able to get around the park without assistance, our instructor will help improve basic techniques and teach common skateboarding tricks. Rain dates will be added to end of schedule if needed. Limit 10 participants. Instructors: SYLS Skate Staff Location: Livingston Skate Park S. Livingston Ave. TBA University Mindedness An interactive workshop aimed at developing College Level Learning Ages: 17 & 18 This workshop is aimed to help incoming college freshman with the following: How to read your syllabus, how to take college notes and how to manage materials. This workshop will also help you how to plan out your assignments with efficiency and time management. The workshop will help you predict what is to come when you are a college student. Limit: 10 participants Instructor: Melissa Giordano Location: LSCC - Craft Room Th 7:00 8:15PM 9/10 10/1 R: $ Grades: 4-6 Tchoukball Don t know what Tchoukball is?? Troop #20593 will be volunteering their time teaching a 4 session class on how to play the game. Each class children will participate in warmups, drills, and play time. This is a free 4 class session. Please register, limited space available. Limit: 16 participants Instructor: Troop #20593, Mary Anderson Location: Monmouth Court Gym Days Time Dates Fee T 4:30-5:30PM 11/10-12/1 Free Fall Fest-5 CLUB Social Livingston 5 th grade students will enjoy a fun filled night of DJ entertainment, activities and games with your 5 th grade friends at the Livingston High School. Pizza & refreshments will be served. Drop off and pick up at the High School. November, :00-8:00pm $10.00 per person, LYCS member $5.00 Registration is on a first come first serve basis, limited space available. Registration deadline is the day before the social. Any registration taken the day of (includes door registration, online or in the office) a late fee will be charged of $5. Parent Volunteers are welcome. Please contact the Program Supervisor, Brittany Skrocki at Bskrocki@livingstonnj.org For more information, call SYLS at or visit the Township website,

12 12 Youth & School Break Workshops (Registration begins Monday, August 17) Grades: 1-2 Minecraft Desert Island Survival Explore, learn, problem solve & create amazing unique worlds together using Minecraft. This class is for beginner & intermediate Minecrafters. Students will play in a custom created world on a special offline MinecraftEDU server. Children will design and build own shelter, create a village for people to live in and much more! Limit: 12 participants Instructor: Computer Explorers Staff Location: LSCC M 4:00 PM 5:15PM 10/5 11/16 R:$ No class: 10/12 Minecraft A Networked Adventure Grades: 3-5 Learn fundamentals of computer networking through this unique Minecraft experience that also allows you and your friends to work in multiplayrer mode as you mine, craft and build together to survive. Working with a partner, use your skills to explore all the secrets the world has to offer, including a mysterious castle filled with challenges. Limit: 12 participants Instructor: Computer Explorers Staff Location: LSCC M 5:30PM 6:45PM 10/5 11/16 R:$ No class: 10/12 All Terrain Tracker Vehicle Workshop Ages: 7-12 How about some land rover excitement? Build and take home your very own All-Terrain Tracker Vehicle! It travels the rough terrain overcoming objects in its path. Sciensational Workshops will bring its own course for you to conquer. Sand, stones, twigs, and balls will all be part of the challenge. How about a timed race? You will also learn about gears. Work in a group with your new friends as you design a robot you can control. Build a Sumo wrestler and be part of our battle box events. Loads of fun and education in store the Sciensational way! Limit: 20 participants Instructor: Sciensational Staff Location: LSCC 1st floor Time Dates Fee 9:00 AM 4:00PM 11/5 & 11/6 R:$ Ages: 7-12 Magnetic Levitation for Future Transportation Workshop Build your own futuristic Maglev car to race and take home. In 1999 a Japanese five-car maglev train set a record of 345 miles/ hour. Yours won t go that fast, but we will have fun building it and learning how it operates. Learn about the relationship between magnetism and electricity. You will also get to build a simple maglev track as well as a cool electromagnet. Learn how motors work, as well as generators. Build and take home the world s simplest motor. Make your own compass and take part in many other magnificent magnetic activities! Yes, Sciensational Workshops again starts with the Maglev car (magnetism - electricity - levitation) and goes in all directions to have fun and learn while doing hands-on activities. Limit: 20 participants Instructor: Sciensational Staff Location: LSCC 1st floor Time Dates Fee 9:00AM 4:00PM 12/28 12/29 R:$ Amphibious Vehicle/ Rowboat Workshop Ages: 7-12 Build and take home TWO exciting projects. You will build an Amphibious Vehicle. YES!! One that can travel on land or shallow water. We will bring our miniature pool to test it out. You will learn as you build, how the submarine motor, worm gear rudder, and the propeller works. It is one cool vehicle that is a challenge to build!! Participate in Sciensational Workshops' land water races. If that s not enough, you will also build your own model Row Boat. The sturdy white plastic hull holds all interior engine parts. Your model Row Boat comes with oars. Watch as it swiftly travels in the Sciensational Workshops pool. See how the crank-arm, gear box, switch lever, and link-rod work. Nothing is hidden. You will also get to build other things. Design robots for a tug-of-war, Sumo wrestling match, race, and other fun projects. Two great projects to build and take home while learning the Sciensational way! Limit: 20 participants Instructor: Sciensational Staff Location: LSCC 1st floor Time Dates Fee 9:00AM 4:00PM 12/28 12/29 R:$ Senior, Youth & Leisure Services (SYLS) FALL 2015 Program Guide

13 13 Livingston Dance Academy Registration begins Monday, August 17, Residents, Non-residents, Monday, August 24 Home of the award winning Livingston Starliners Dance Team Please see our Livingston Dance Academy Class Schedule for more information and details on classes. Dance Program Fees Program fees include classes from September 2015 June 2016 and costume fee up to $75.00 Additional late fee of $10.00 per class for registration after the deadline of Friday, September 4. Dance Class 1 Class 2 or More Classes Dance Academy Classes Dance Academy Classes* (classes with ONE asterisk) All Pointe Ballet Classes (pointe classes meet twice a week) All Baton Only Classes Starliners Competition Dance Team (additional competition fees will apply) R: $345 per class NR: $365 per class R: $380 per class NR: $400 per class R: $355 per class NR: $375 per class R: $180 per class NR: $200 per class R: $450 per class NR: $475 per class R: $330 per class NR: $350 per class R: $365 per class NR: $385 per class *Instructors will assess ability level over the first few weeks and may make recommendations to parents on moving up or down a level based on the students ability. Thinking about joining the Starliners? Team Auditions: (for Dancers 2nd grade and up) Tuesday, September 8, 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Northland Recreation Center Wednesday, September 9, 4:00-6:00 p.m. at Northland Recreation Center All potential team dancers must register for auditions online or at the Senior Community Center and then attend one of the two audition dates. There is no fee for auditions. All dancers will be notified via by Thursday, September 10, 2015 if they have made the team. Once notified, dancers must register and make payment online or at the Senior Community Center. The first team rehearsal will be Friday, September 11, 2015, 4:00-6:00 p.m. for all Starliners Dancers. There will be a mandatory parent meeting following the first practice at 6:00 p.m. Team Requirements: All dancers must make a minimum 90% of all practices to compete at competitions. Instructors will make all decisions regarding competition numbers and participation in performances. The Township will only cover the cost of the first group dance competition fee. Additional competition fees will apply. Classes begin Wednesday, September 16, 2015 and end the week of June 6, 2016 Adult Tap Classes now available. See page 33 for details.

14 14 Livingston Dance Academy Classes begin Wednesday, September 16, 2015 and end the week of June 6, 2016 Monday Classes Location Time Age/grade level Instructor Tap and Baton Combo MCCC 4:00-5:00 PM 3 & 4 years old Janet Kelton Baton for Beginners MCCC 5:00-5:45 PM K-1st grade Janet Kelton Ballet for Beginners NL 3:45-4:45 PM K-2nd grade Shannon Henriques Lyrical Dance NL 3:45 4:45 PM 3rd 5th grade Andi Hopkins Ballet NL 4:45-5:45 PM 3rd 5th grade Shannon Henriques Intermediate Lyrical NL 4:45-5:45 PM 6th grade & up Andi Hopkins Advanced Ballet*! NL 5:45-7:15 PM 6th grade & up Megan Hurley Kids on Broadway* NL 5:45-7:15 PM 3rd grade & up Andi Hopkins Pointe Ballet! NL 7:15 8:15 PM 6th grade & up Megan Hurley No class: 10/12, 12/28, 1/18, 2/15, 3/28, 5/30 Tuesday Classes Location Time Age/grade level Instructor Preschool Dance Medley LSCC 3:15-4:00 PM 3 & 4 year olds Janet Kelton Baton 1 LSCC 4:00-4:45 PM 2nd & 3rd grade Janet Kelton Baton 2 LSCC 4:45-5:30 PM 4th & 5th grade Janet Kelton Baton 3 LSCC 5:30-6:15 PM 6th grade & up Janet Kelton Advanced Tap LSCC 6:15-7:15 PM 6th grade & up Janet Kelton Adanced Lyrical Dance*! NL 4:30-6:00 PM 6th grade & up Andi Hopkins Jazz for Beginners NL 4:00-5:00 PM K-2nd grade Shannon Henriques Boys Hip Hop NL 6:00-7:00 PM K 4th grade Andi Hopkins Jumps and Turns Jazz NL 5:00-6:00 PM 3rd-5th grade Shannon Henriques Hip Hop Intermediate NL 6:00 7:00 PM 3rd-5th grade Shannon Henriques Advanced Boys Hip Hop NL 7:00-8:00 PM 5th grade & up Andi Hopkins No class: 11/3, 12/29, 3/29, 6/7 Wednesday Classes Location Time Age/grade level Instructor Hip Hop for Beginners NL 3:45-4:45 PM 2nd-4th grade Andi Hopkins Tap NL 3:45 4:45 PM K 1st grade Janet Kelton Hip Hop for Beginners NL 4:45-5:45 PM K 1st grade Andi Hopkins Tap NL 4:45 5:45 PM 2nd 5th grade Janet Kelton Jumps & Turns Jazz*! NL 5:45 7:15 PM 6th grade & up Megan Hurley Pointe Ballet! NL 7:15-8:15 PM 6th grade & up Megan Hurley No class: 9/23, 11/25, 12/23, 12/30, 3/30 Thursday Classes Location Time Age/grade level Instructor Hip Hop & Jazz Beginner NL 4:00-5:00 PM K-1st grade Shannon Henriques Preschool Boys Intro to Dance NL 4:15-5:00 PM 3 & 4 year olds Andi Hopkins Adv. Teens on Broadway* NL 5:00-6:30 PM 6th grade & up Andi Hopkins Hip Hop & Jazz Combo NL 5:00-6:00 PM 2nd-4th grade Shannon Henriques Hip Hop NL 6:30-7:30 PM 5th grade & up Andi Hopkins No class: 11/5, 11/26, 12/24, 12/31, 3/31, 4/21 Classes marked with an (! ) require approval by instructor. * See fee schedule MCCC Monmouth Court Community Center, 26 Monmouth Ct. NL Northland Recreation Center, 3 Madison Court (located at the end of Jefferson Ct.) LSCC Livingston Senior/Community Center, 204 Hillside Ave.

15 15 Livingston Dance Academy Friday Classes Location Time Age/grade level Instructor Shooting Starliners Team NL 3:30 5:45 PM TBA Janet Kelton/Andi Hopkins Rising Starliners Team NL 4:30-6:45 PM TBA Janet Kelton/Andi Hopkins Shining Starliners Team NL 5:00-7:15 PM TBA Janet Kelton/Andi Hopkins No class: 11/6, 11/27, 12/25, 1/1, 2/12, 3/25, 4/1, 4/22, 5/27 Saturday Classes Location Time Age/grade level Instructor Creative Dance NL 9:00-9:45 AM 3 years old Janet Kelton Intro to Jazz & Hip Hop NL 9:30-10:30 AM K-1st grade Shannon Henriques Preschool Dance Medley NL 9:45-10:30 AM 4 years old Janet Kelton Ballet NL 10:30-11:30 AM 2nd-3rd grade Shannon Henriques Tap NL 10:30-11:30 AM K-1st grade Janet Kelton Ballet NL 11:30-12:30 PM K-1st grade Shannon Henriques Tap** NL 11:30-12:30 PM 2nd-3rd grade Janet Kelton Lunch Break NL 12:30-1:00 PM **Children registered for both classes may bring a lunch. Jazz & Hip Hop Combo ** NL 1:00-2:00 PM 2nd-3rd grade Shannon Henriques Tap NL 1:00-2:00 PM 4th and up Janet Kelton Ballet NL 2:00-3:00 PM 4th and up Shannon Henriques Jazz NL 3:00 4:00 PM 4th and up Shannon Henriques No class: 11/7, 11/28, 12/26, 1/2, 2/13, 3/26, 5/28 Attire and Shoes Leotard and tights are recommended for classes but not required. We request dancers wear solid colors to class. Participants with long hair should have their hair tied back before class each week. White or pink ballet slippers are required for Creative Dance, Ballet and black Jazz shoes are required for all jazz classes. Tap shoes are required for tap classes.. Dance sneakers are required for Hip Hop. The studio does not provide or sell shoes. All baton class participants must provide their own batons, which are available at most music stores. Inclement Weather Policy Senior, Youth & Leisure Services will follow the Livingston Board of Education s school closings, unless notified elsewise by . All classes will be canceled if public schools are closed. This also applies with early dismissals due to inclement weather. There will be not be any make up classes due to inclement weather. Annual Dance Recital The annual dance and Baton Recital is usually held the second Saturday in June. The recital is a ticketed event that will showcase performances from each class. The schedule during recital week will include up to two extra afternoon practices. Participation in these rehearsals is mandatory. Detailed information about the rehearsal and recital schedule is released each year in April. Ticket information is also released in April. Costumes for recital are provided by Senior, Youth and Leisure Services and the cost is included in your registration fee. Dress Rehearsal: June 9 & 10, 2016 Recital: June 11, 2016 Dates are tentative and subject to change For more information, call SYLS at or visit the Township website,

16 16 Halloween is here again at the Senior/Community Center! Come for a night the whole family can participate in. Walk through our haunted trail, participate in Trunk or Treat, or our Costume Contest Parade for prizes and enjoy Halloween activities with the family. Candy donations are greatly appreciated! TRUNK OR TREAT A safe way for kids to Trick or Treat Beginning at 4:00PM and ending at 5:00PM. Kids will be able to walk from vehicle to vehicle in the parking lot of the Senior Community Center collecting treats in their costumes. Registration for trick or treating not required! If you are interested in participating and/or decorating your vehicle, you must pre-register your trunk. Please select Trunk or Treat Family Vehicle Participation as the program for online registration or in person at SYLS Offices. DEADLINE IS FRIDAY, OCTOBER 23. LIMITED PARKING SPACES AVAILABLE. *Please provide your own treats (pre-packaged only) *Prize for best decorated car!! HALLOWEEN COSTUME CONTEST PARADE Begins at 5:00 PM sharp! Participants will have the opportunity to parade around the Senior Community Center in their Halloween costumes. There will be 2 winners for each categories. The following 6 categories that will be judged are: 1. Most Unique 2. Scariest 3. Funniest 4. Best Super Hero 5. Prettiest 6. Best Group Costume All participants will receive a prize, and the category winners will receive a special prize and certificate. All participants must pre-register, Register online at or in person at the Senior/Community Center, 204 Hillside Ave. Registration deadline is Friday, October 23. The Livingston Dance Academy will be preforming a Halloween dance routine at 6:00 PM INDOOR ACTIVITIES All activities will begin inside the community center at 5:00PM and continue through 7:00PM. Indoor activities are appropriate for all ages. Registration is not required. The activities are free of charge and include the following: Halloween Family Photo Booth: Limited to one photo booth session per family, take your photo strip home with you! Halloween Face Painting Halloween Coloring Contest: Winner will receive a free half day of camp for summer Winner will be called the next week. Halloween Candy Guess: Winner will receive the candy and a gift card. Winner will be called the next week. Treats & Refreshments: AVAILABLE WHILE SUP- PLIES LAST. THE HAUNTED WALK Take a twisted walk through the woods where the dead have risen to life! Guaranteed to be a scream! 5:30-7:00 PM is appropriate for children ages 7 & up. 7:15-8:30PM the walk is NOT recommended for children under 10 years old. All children under 10 years old must be with a parent at all times. Sneakers are recommended and bring a flash light. Admission Fee-$5.00 per person All tickets will be available inside the community center (lower level) the night of the event or purchase in advanced online at SYLS is seeking volunteers (7th grade & older) who may be looking for Community Service Hours for the Haunted Walk. If you have a scary costume and would like to be an actor in our haunted trail please contact Program Supervisor, Brittany Skrocki, at Bskrocki@livingstonnj.org or (973) ext. 271 Volunteers must be able to attend the walk through and training, date TBA, and also be able to volunteer the day of Fright Night from 4-8:30 PM.

17 COLOR LIVINGSTON 5K FUN RUN 17 SYLS is hosting our 2nd annual 5k Fun Run! COLOR Livingston will be the most colorful day of your life! It is an unique and exciting 5K event for people of all ages to enjoy. This is an untimed race where participants can walk, run or even skip to the finish line. COLOR Livingston is more about having a blast with your family and friends while coming together as a community to help fundraise money for HCHY s 2016 Youth Appreciation Week. There are only three rules: 1. Wear white!! (Color Livingston T-Shirt will be provided for all pre registered participants) 2. Get Colored!! 3. Have A Blast!! Are you ready to walk, run or even skip through the town on Livingston and get COLORED?!? REGISTRATION Early Bird until September 30th $25 per person $15 per person for ages 6-13 yrs. October 1st October 16th $35 per person $25 per person for ages 6-13 yrs. Day of Event $45 per person $35 per person for ages 6-13 yrs. Children 5 years & younger are FREE! All registration is available through SYLS. Register online or in person at 204 Hillside Ave. All pre registered participants will get a Color Livingston white T- Shirt, packet of color and Goodie Bag. All runners will have an individual packet of color to throw in the air together at the end for a colorful finish. Enjoy DJ entrainment, food, drinks, activities at the end and find out how much was raised! Watch for more details and information coming soon!

18 18 Birthday Party Come celebrate your Birthday with us! Our trained party host will set up; lead activities and best of all clean up when the fun is over. Parties are available Monday Sunday. Each party includes party hosts, utensils, plates, cups, napkins and table clothes. Our party host will also cut the cake! Party fees are based on the number of guests you have. We ask you to please give our party planner at least a month notice to book a party. Participants are required to bring food, drinks, cake, goodie bags and decorations. Party packages are available for both residents (R) and non-residents (NR). Packages available for children celebrating their 5th birthday and up. Not your birthday? We do graduation, Fifth grade Moving Up Celebration, and other special events! Have your Birthday Party at the Northland Pool (summer only), the Livingston Skate Park or at Monmouth Court Community Center! Dance Parties available with our Dance Academy Staff. Party Packages: 2 Hour time frame, additional hours can be added for an extra fee. Celebration Up to 25 guests R: $250 NR: $300 Fiesta guests R: $300 NR: $350 Birthday Party Special Add On Items: Sno-Kone Machine Cotton Candy Machine Pop Corn Machine Game Room at MCCC (Not available in Summer) GaGa Pit Bash guests R: $350 NR: $400 For more information please call our Party Planner at (973) Ext. 267 and visit the SYLS website to download the Birthday Party Request Form and Birthday Party Agreement. Senior, Youth & Leisure Services (SYLS) FALL 2015 Program Guide

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20 20 LIVINGSTON YOUTH & COMMUNITY SERVICES (LYCS) Character, Responsibility, Empowerment Preparing students for tomorrow s challenges LYCS is a community-based, after-school program that provides leadership training, health life choices, and substance abuse prevention education to grades Since this is a leadership program, students are expected to follow a behavioral agreement. Our program is designed to: Teach Livingston's youth about making healthy life choices, and the dangers of alcohol, tobacco and other drugs in a fun educational way. Train the leaders and provide opportunities to practice leadership skills by participating in community service activities. Provide opportunities for Livingston youth to engage in healthy social interactions. Build stronger families through workshops and programs. All programs meet once a month and run from October through May, with End-of-Year Party in June Registration is open and ends on December 1 For further information and class schedules visit or lycs@livingstonnj.org AFTER-SCHOOL ELEMENTARY PROGRAMS All programs: 2:40-3:40 pm EVENING PROGRAMS 5:30-7:00 Monmouth Court Community Center Young Leaders - Grades 1 and 2 Fee: $80.00 Young Leaders is a NEW after-school program that teaches social, emotional, and leadership skills in a fun, educational, after -school program that is age appropriate. Topics include listening, self-esteem, feelings, friendship, making choices, and teamwork. Snacks are provided. Leaders - Grades 3, 4 and 5 Fee: $80.00 Leaders elementary classes address different topics each month for each grade including healthy life choices, leadership, and social skills. Students are taught communication skills, anger management, responsibility, peer pressure, positive self-identity, and skills for making friends. Snacks are provided. LYCS Halloween Family Social Open to LYCS Leaders and their siblings Friday, October 30, :30-7:00 Monmouth Court Community Center (26 Monmouth Ct) Music, Games, Food & Refreshments LYCS is funded in part by the Livingston Municipal Alliance Committee Grade 5 Leaders Club Fee: $80.00 Leaders Grade 5 Club is an opportunity for all Grade 5 students to meet before going into middle school next year. There is a core curriculum and students choose their goals for the program, additional topics of interest, and a community service project. Recreation takes place in the game room at Monmouth Court. Pizza and refreshments are provided. Peer Leaders Club - Grades 6, 7 and 8 Fee: $80.00 Peer Leaders Club (Grades 6-8) is a place for students to take on a leadership role. Students choose topics of interest to them, Adopt-a-Charity, and participate in community service projects and weekend leadership camp. Recreation takes place in the game room at Monmouth Court. Pizza and refreshments are provided. Community Leaders Club - Grades 9, 10, 11 and 12 Fee: $80.00 This is a community leadership program that provides high school students with opportunities to work with and mentor younger students including those with special needs. Students are provided with training on presentation skills, facilitating groups, and coordinating community-based programs. Previous program activities have included a variety of community service projects including volunteering and fundraising, cross-age teaching, environmental initiatives, participation in student conferences, summits, and/or panels, and a weekend leadership camp. Students in this program are expected to be positive role models in the community and are committed to an ATOD-free lifestyle (Alcohol, Tobacco & Other Drugs). This program provides excellent experience in community programming which can enhance any college application. Senior, Youth & Leisure Services (SYLS) FALL 2015 Program Guide