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GENERAL INFORMATION & FACILITIES

REGISTRATION BEGINS AUGUST 22
1. Online with a credit card at www.cityofcf.com/parksandrec. CFOne card required and available at the Natatorium. 2. Over the phone with a credit card. Call the Parks and Recreation office 330-971-8225 or Quirk Cultural Center at 330-971-8425. 3. In person with cash, check or credit card at the Parks and Recreation Office or Quirk Cultural Center. Checks made payable to City of Cuyahoga Falls. Visa, Master Card, Discover accepted.
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE

**Some classes have a class fee which is payable to the instructor the night of the first class.

2310 Second Street Cuyahoga Falls, Ohio 44221 Office: 330-971-8225 Fax: 330-971-8354 330-971-8193 (TDD) 330-971-8223 Recorded info and weather related cancellations www.cityofcf.com/parksandrec Open Monday-Friday 8 am-5 pm OFFICE CLOSINGS:

Subject to change...

We try to have the most accurate information available at our publication date but class dates, times and prices may change.

Refund/Cancellation Policy...

We reserve the right to cancel, postpone, combine classes or change instructors. If a class is cancelled due to low enrollment, a full refund will be granted. No refunds after the first class. A $5 service charge will be deducted from all refunds. Participants assume the risk of changes in schedules or personal affairs when signing up for a class or program. Please allow 7-10 days for credit card refund, 3-4 weeks for check/cash refunds.

September 5, 2011 - Labor Day November 11, 2011 - Veterans Day November 24-25, 2011 - Thanksgiving December 23 & 26, 2011 - Christmas January 2, 2012 - New Years Day January 16, 2012 - Martin Luther King Day February 20, 2012 - Presidents Day BROOKLEDGE GOLF CLUB

1621 E. Bailey Road Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 330-971-8416 www.cityofcf.com/brookledge

THE CENTER FOR FUNCTIONAL FITNESS

Photograph Policy...

Parks and Rec employees may take pictures of participants in our programs for use in our brochures or on our website. By your registration, you grant us permission to use these photos for publicity purposes only. Have a great photo from one of our programs? Email it to parksandrecreation@cityofcf.com

2310 Second Street Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 330-971-8080 www.cityofcf.com/functionalfitness

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CONTENTS The Natatorium 3-7 Water Works Family Aquatic Center 8 Brookledge Golf Club Downview Sports Center Senior Adults Holiday/Seasonal Events Adult Performing Arts/Adult Sports 9-10 10-11 12 13-14 18-20 21

1617 E. Bailey Road Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 330-971-8418 www.cityofcf.com/downview

THE NATATORIUM

2345 Fourth Street Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 330-971-8080 Information line: 330-971-8082 www.cityofcf.com/natatorium
QUIRK CULTURAL CENTER

1201 Grant Avenue Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223 330-971-8425 www.cityofcf.com/quirk

Youth Special Events & Leisure 15-17

WATER WORKS FAMILY AQUATIC CENTER

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2025 Munroe Falls Avenue Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 330-971-8433 Information Line: 330-971-8299 www.cityofcf.com/waterworks

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Natatorium Programming/Swim Lessons

Hours of Operation Monday-Friday
5:30 am-11 pm Saturday 6:30 am-9 pm Sunday 9 am-9 pm *Pool closes one hour prior to the close of the facility. November 24 December 24 December 25 December 31 January 1 Thanksgiving Day Christmas Eve Christmas New Years Eve New Years Day CLOSED 6:30 am-5 pm (Pool closes at 4pm) CLOSED 6:30am-5pm (Pool closes at 4pm) Noon-5 pm (Pool closes at 4pm)

Fall/Winter Swim Lessons

Resident $33/Nonresident $50 Classes meet: Monday/Wednesday, Tuesday/Thursday or Saturdays Schedule subject to change.

Session
Fall I: M/W, T/TH week of 9/12-10/6 Fall I: SAT week of 9/17-11/5 Fall II: M/W, T/TH week of 10/17-11/10 Mini Fall III: M/W, T/TH week of 11/28-12/15 Winter I: M/W, T/TH week of 1/9-2/2
**no class 1/16

Resident & Annual Member Registration Dates

September 6-9 September 6-9 October 10-14 November 14-18 January 3-6 January 3-6 February 6-10

Nonresident Registration Dates

September 7-9 September 7-9 October 12-14 November 16-18 January 4-6 January 4-6 February 8-10

For your safety, a state issued photo ID is required for admittance to the facility (Ages 16 & older)

Private Swim Lessons Now Available

Private Swim lessons are one-on-one instruction for all ages. These 30 minute sessions are scheduled on a mutually agreed time with the student and instructor. Lessons are $30 for CF Residents/Annual Nat members, $40 for Nonresidents. Fees are to be prepaid at the front desk on the day of the lesson. Receipts required by instructor. *Not special needs lessons. Visit www.cityofcf.com/natatorium and click on Private Swim Lesson Info under the Aquatics section. Please call 330-971-8398 with questions.

Winter I: SAT week of 1/14-3/3 Winter II: M/W, T/TH week of 2/13-3/8
**no class 2/20

See page 17 for information on birthday parties held at the Natatorium. Splash Party! TASTE OF CUYAHOGA FALLS Saturday, October 22nd, 5-10pm
Enjoy delectable samplings from area restaurants. Natatorium Conference and Banquet Center

Swim Lesson Levels Parent and Child Classes

Bubble Babies Toddling Turtles Water Exploration 6-18 months 18 months-3 years 3-5 years

30 minutes

Age Level 3-5

Level I: Intro to Water Skills Level II: Fundamental Aquatic Skills Level III: Stroke Development

30 minutes

Age Level 6 and over

Level I: Level II: Level III: Level IV: Level V: Level VI:

Intro to Water Skills Fundamental Aquatic Skills Stroke Development Stroke Improvement Stroke Refinement Fitness Swimming and Personal Water Safety

45 minutes

Adults Age 13 years and older Summa Western Reserve Hospital

45 minutes

Level placement concerns must be handled prior to registration date by contacting the Aquatics Staff at 330-971-8398. There will not be any make-ups given for personal absences. There will be a $5 service charge for all swim lesson cancellations prior to the start of the first class. Refunds will not be available. Please contact the Aquatics Supervisor if there are any questions.

This convenient facility right inside the Natatorium serves patients with physical and occupational therapy services. Summas Western Reserve Hospital offers Physical and Occupational Therapy right inside the Natatorium. You will receive professional and personalized therapy for any of your nagging injuries or more serious problems from our licensed Physical or Occupational Therapists to get you on your feet again. Treatment options include accessing equipment in the beautiful Natatorium, but also may include the warm water therapy pool if appropriate. A prescription from your physician is needed for therapy. Call 330926-0384 to schedule.

Physical and Occupational Therapy

All Natatorium swim lesson instructors are certified by the American Red Cross in Lifeguard Training, Water Safety Instruction, CPR for the Professional Rescuer, Automated External Defibrillator, Oxygen Use and trained in the Prevention of Disease Transmission.

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Natatorium programming
Fitness Circuit
Get an entire body workout in 30 minutes! This unique workout combines the best in both cardio and strength stations. Schedule a FREE orientation and see what all the excitement is about! Free with all membership levels.

Tai Chi

We are fortunate to have such a highly qualified Sifu in Gary Harris, with certification in Tai Chi, Chuan and Qi Gong. We offer advanced/intermediate and beginner level classes. All classes meet on Wednesday nights. Fee $12 per month. A facility membership is required for participation.

Karate Fit Kid Experience

Designed to reduce the threat of childhood obesity, our youth fitness programs are motivating kids of all fitness levels to be active and have fun while forming a base for a lifetime of physical fitness. The Fit Kid Experience for ages 8 - 13 utilizes kid-friendly, kid-sized fitness equipment while the RUFit? program for the middle school age group features premium fitness exergaming bikes and computerized games, where kids exercise while they play. This will be a great year for fitness and fun! All participants must have an annual youth membership and complete an orientation. Fee is $10 (excluding membership) pre-registration required. FREE tee shirt and water bottle included.

Our martial arts system brings back traditional, educational and family values. Workout with a purpose. It is listed among the best for strength, flexibility, control and cardio fitness. Its fun, easy to learn and non-intimidating for ALL women, men, boys and girls. Cost $18/month in addition to Natatorium membership. Beginners Monday and Wednesday 7-8:30 pm Advanced Monday and Wednesday 8:30-10 pm Advanced Saturday 12:30-3 pm The Silver Series program takes our most popular land fitness classes and adjusts them to better accommodate people who want the tempo a bit slower, the volume a bit lower, the transitions not as quick, but a workout that is challenging, fun and gets results. Schedules found on-line.

Silver Series

Karate Kids

Character building, self-confidence, coordination, fitness and fun at its best. Ages 7-9 years. Cost is $39 for residents, $59 for nonresidents for one eight week session. Saturdays from 11:30 am-12:30 pm. Sessions run: Sept 3-Oct 22,Oct 29-Dec 17, Jan 7-Feb 25, March 3-April 21

Forever Young for Baby Boomers

STRONGER, LEANER, FIT! - Fall Fitness Class

Created exclusively for middle schoolers, ages 11-13, this 4-week camp meets twice a week on Tuesdays and Thursdays, 3:15-4 pm beginning Tuesday, October 4th at the Center for Functional Fitness and will feature physical activities focusing on strength and endurance along with learning healthy eating habits. $80 per student. Full payment required at registration. Natatorium membership not required. Class dates 10/4, 10/6, 10/11, 10/13, 10/18, 10/20, 10/25, 10/27 The Natatorium and Audio Extremes Entertainment bring you a night of dancing and fun! CAMJAMZ features 3 giant screens with one for music videos, DDR with 4 dance pads, guitar hero and other games as well as state of art light and sound systems. The dances are on Fridays, 7-10pm in The Natatorium Community Room on: Oct 28, 2011 Nov 18, 2011 Dec 2, 2011 Dec 16, 2011 Jan 13, 2012 Jan 20, 2012 Jan 27, 2012 Feb 10, 2012 Feb 17, 2012 Feb 24, 2012 March 3, 2012 March 16, 2012 * Days/ times are subject to change The dances are for ages 11-15 and will be chaperoned by at least 10 adults. Admission is $10 per person per dance. For more info, call the Natatorium at (330) 971-8080 or email cmjamz@gmail.com or visit www.camjamz.com.

Group Fitness

At the new Center for Functional Fitness, youll find Forever Young, a totally unique, real life fitness program designed to prepare baby boomers for lifelong strength and independence. Enjoy a more intimate, personalized fitness setting among your own peers with workouts that focus on strength, cardio, flexibility, endurance, balance, cognition and nutrition. Fitness for Function, for ages 50 plus! Now accepting new members and group tours. Call 330-971-8080 for more information. Located at 2310 Second Street, Cuyahoga Falls.

CAMJAMZ Teen Dance

The Natatorium offers more days, times and types of classes than any other club in our area. From Strength training, to Step, to Zumba, Indoor Cycling, Kickboxing, Boot Camp, Hip Hop, Pilates and Yoga, we offer it all. All classes are FREE for Annual Members, monthly and daily members. A $3 fee is paid for BOSU and cycling classes except for annual members. We have one of the most extensive Zumba schedules in our area including many Silver Zumba classes. Our staff, led by Christy, attends National conventions and are guest instructors at expos. Instructor Gabriel travels internationally as a Master instructor trainer.

SPOTLIGHT ON ZUMBA!

Christy

Group/Personal Training

Kids Castle Babysitting

Babysitting is available on a first come, first serve basis. FREE CARE is available with an annual membership. Non-annual members must pay a $4 per child fee. Maximum stay is two hours. Parents must remain in the facility. Hours and guidelines are available on our website at www.cityofcf.com/natatorium.

Our personal trainers hold national certifications through The American College of Sports Medicine and The American Council of Exercise. Experience exclusive fitness instruction in a small setting with Group Training. Sign-up with four friends and pay all fees to get started. For Personal Training, an exercise prescription will be written for you based on the data collected from your Health Status Questionnaire, your Fitness Assessment, and your stated fitness level and goals. Stop in at the Welcome Desk or download the start up forms online at www.cityofcf.com/natatorium (personal training).

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Natatorium Rental Information

NATATORIUM CONFERENCE & BANQUET CENTER
Full Banquet Center ANNUAL MEMBER/MON-FRI $110/hour, max $660 ANNUAL MEMBER/SAT-SUN $120/hour, max $720 Capacity 300 NON MEMBER/MON-FRI $140/hour, max $840 NON MEMBER/SAT-SUN $165/hour, max $990

Individual Banquet Rooms (Erie, Cuyahoga, Hopewell) Capacity 90 ANNUAL MEMBER/MON-FRI NON MEMBER/MON-FRI $45/hour $55/hour ANNUAL MEMBER/SAT-SUN NON MEMBER/SAT-SUN $50/hour $65/hour Service Kitchen (Large with Hopewell) ANNUAL MEMBER/MON-FRI NON MEMBER/MON-FRI $110/flat fee $110/flat fee ANNUAL MEMBER/SAT-SUN NON MEMBER/SAT-SUN $120/flat fee $125/flat fee Service Kitchen (Small with Cuyahoga) ANNUAL MEMBER/MON-FRI NON MEMBER/MON-FRI $55/flat fee $55/flat fee ANNUAL MEMBER/SAT-SUN NON MEMBER/SAT-SUN $60/flat fee $65/flat fee Conference Rooms (Lincoln and Jefferson) Capacity 8 ANNUAL MEMBER/MON-FRI NON MEMBER/MON-FRI $15/hour $25/hour ANNUAL MEMBER/SAT-SUN NON MEMBER/SAT-SUN $15/hour $25/hour

All banquet rooms have access to patio, projection screen, audio/visual equipment. Responsible person in charge is financially responsible for the event and verifies all contractual information. Rental Packages-Call us! Well help meet your needs! After hours event Annual Members Capacity 4 hours of the facility $1,200 150 Excludes exercise equipment. Extra hours may be purchased at $150/hour. Packages must be paid in full prior to the event. Leisure Pool can be rented during non-standard pool hours Annual Members $200/hour Others $300/hour

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BROOKLEDGE
1621 E. Bailey Road. Cuyahoga Falls OH 44221 3309718416

golf club

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Continued Improvement Prevails

beautifully sculpted sand bunkers new cart paths, restroom facilities, parking lot improvements low off-season rates

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brookledge golf club

2010 Rates
$21 with cart $37 with cart $24 with cart $45 with cart $16 with cart $30 with cart

Weekday 9 holes $15 Weekday 18 holes $25 Weekend 9 holes $18 Weekend 18 holes $33 Senior 9 (weekday) $11 Senior 18 (weekday) $20 Junior 9 (17 & under) $8.50 Junior 18 $16

Brookledge Practice Range

Small (35 balls) $5 Senior Small Medium (65 balls) $7 Senior Medium Large (105 balls) $9 Senior Large Discount range passes available!

$4 $6 $8

Golf Lessons

Tee Time reservations will be accepted seven days a week! Please call up
to two weeks in advance for the best times!

Golf Outings are available! Our pavilion accommodates up to 175

people. Call 330-971-8416 for more information.

Senior Special

Let the golf professionals at Brookledge Golf Club & Teaching Academy make you a better golfer. Our professional staff can improve all areas of your game, whether you are a beginner or low handicap. Brookledge Teaching Academy features one of the largest grass practice facilities in Northeast Ohio. Our practice putting greens and newly renovated short game area lets you work on your total game. Lessons are available for adults and youths (ages 8-15) on an individual or group basis. All fees include instruction and range balls. Go to www.cityofcf. com/brookledge for lesson dates and times.

Monday-Friday until noon, 18 holes and cart, $25 per person

Twilight Special-Daily after 6pm, unlimited play, $11 per

walking player, $17 per player with cart

Par 71 Special

Saturday and Sunday after 1pm, Two 18 holes with cart or four 9 holes with cart only $71!

Youth Golf League

Low Off-Season Rates-Late fall and early spring

are some of the best times to enjoy a round at Brookledge and at reduced rates. Book a tee time today!

Designed for the more experienced youth player (boys/girls ages 12-17), this league will enhance the playing ability and prepare youth for junior high or high school golf teams. Focus will be on course management, etiquette and the rules of golf. All players should have basic golf knowledge and be able to play 9 holes. Call the clubhouse for more details!

downview sports center

Fall/Winter Hours of Operation
September 10am-9pm October 10am-8pm Nov/Dec 10am-7pm * Jan/Feb 10am-5pm* *Weather Permitting: Downivew will close when the temperature is below 30 and/or the windchill is at 10 or lower. Downivew offers 32 driving range tees, 15 covered and 17 outside. We have 9 heaters for your convenience on cold winter days.

Miniature Golf Rates

Adults-$6 12 & under-$5 60 & over-$5 Mini golf pass 10 rounds of miniature golf for $40. Savings of $2 per game!

Purchase any 10 medium or 10 large or 10 jumbo basket pass and receive a FREE 9-hole pass to Brookledge Golf Club for 2012.

Fall/Winter Specials: Nov/Dec/Jan/Feb ONLY $1.00 off any size range basket. Driving Range Prices
Small Basket/Sr. or Jr. Medium Basket/Sr. or Jr. Large Basket/Sr. or Jr. Jumbo Basket/Sr. or Jr Discount Passes Medium Basket Large Basket Jumbo Basket

Great fun for birthday parties, sports teams and playgroups. $8 per person, minimum of 10 people. Pizza, chips and fountain drinks for each participant. Paper products included. Outside picnic tables and umbrellas for your use. Downloadable party invitations available at www.cityofcf. com/downview. (April-October)

Putter Par Tees!

Batting Cages

(Weather & Temp permitting)

Downview batting cages offer hardball as well as fast pitch and slow pitch softball machines. The bating cages may be reserved by the hour, please call for reservations. 1 token 20 balls $2 6 tokens 120 balls $8 20 tokens 400 balls $22 4 tokens 80 balls $6 10 tokens 200 balls $12

$5/$4 $7/$6 $9/$8 $13/$12 (10) $65 (10) $85 (10) $105

(5) $35 (5) $45 (5) $55

Downview Skate Park

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Our skate park is open to all skateboards, in-line skates and small scooters. Free of charge, and lighted for everyones enjoyment. Skate Park is closed when wet or snow or ice covered.

DOWNVIEW
1617 E. Bailey Road. Cuyahoga Falls OH 44221 3309718418 www.cityofcf.com/downview

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quirk cultural center

1201 Grant Avenue Cuyahoga Falls OH 44223 3309718425

enriching lives
Ages 60 and up

www.cityofcf.com/quirk

Senior Adult Leisure at Quirk Cultural Center

Ceramics Instructor: Wanda Ralston Casino Days
Friday, Sept 30 at 12:30 pm & Friday, Jan 27 at 12:30 pm Black Jack, poker, chuck-a-luck, horse racing & beat the dealer. $6/person includes snacks and play money. Preregistration is recommended.

What a great social outlet to create your own handmade gifts for any occasion: All season items available from pumpkins & Christmas trees to Santas and snowmen. Make your own gifts! Instruction, use of tools, stains, glazes and firing are included in the daily fee of $5. Greenware is an additional cost. Classes are Mondays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays, 9:30 am-3:30 pm.

Oktoberfest Card Party

For the beginner to creative artist. Color mixing, paint application and composition will be taught to complete a work-of-art. A variety of mediums can be taught: acrylics, pastels, watercolors and even chalks. Students provide own paint supplies. $7 per day. Wednesdays 9am-12pm beginning August 31.

Painting and Drawing Ages 60 and up

Friday, October 14 at 12pm, $5 presale, $6 at the door. Includes dessert, door prizes and fun. Tickets available at the Quirk Cultural Center. Sponsored by the Senior Volunteers.

Social BINGO days

Travel Club

Enjoy an afternoon of luck! Join us at 1 pm on Fridays, Sept 2, 16, Oct 7, 21, Nov 4, 18, Dec 2, 16 Jan 6, 20 and Feb 3, 17. 25 per card. All monies given out as prizes. Luncheon concessions are available starting at 11:30 am. Mondays Tuesdays

Join us for day and extended trips! Membership is $3 per year (Sept-Aug). Meetings are held the first Thursday of every month, Sept 1 (Fall Luncheon at Noon. Advance tickets required, $9), Oct 6, Nov 3, Dec 1, Jan 5, Feb 2 with a program at 1pm. Cookies and coffee are served. Suggestions encouraged and accepted. New members are always welcome. Members get $2 off each day trip when signing up at first signing. Upcoming trips include: casino days, The Wilds and Zane Grey, Hartwood Acres Christmas Lights, Dickens Holiday Tour.

Cards-You do not need a partner to come to these games!

Contract Bridge Tournament euchre & Social euchre-$1 per day includes donut, coffee, and prizes Social Poker Bridge and cards of choice

Thursdays Fridays (2nd and 4th Fridays)

Beginning Euchre & Pinochle

Driver Safety Program Instructor: Larry Cook

Euchre: Thursdays, September 8-October 13, 1-3pm. $3/day per student. Pinochle: Wednesdays, September 7-October 12, 1-3pm. $3/day per student. Classes will continue as needed and participants attend.

4 hour classroom course for motorists ages 50 and up. Thursday September 8 or Tuesday February 7, from 12:30-4:30 pm. Class fee is $12 (members) payable to AARP ($14 nonmembers) 1201 Grant Ave. Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44223. Many insurance companies offer a discount after taking this class.

Social Euchre Tournaments

Friday, September 16 and Monday February 13 at 6:30pm Limited number of tickets sold. $5 presale/$6 day of event. Cash prizes given out from income to five places. Refreshments. Tickets available at Quirk.

Mah Jong-Wednesday at 1 pm. Come learn the game & see for yourself. Golden Buckeye Program-Ohio residents Chair Caning Volunteers Bocce Strollers-Get some exercise, see some area parks, visit new/old restaurants, and meet new friends. Hike the Falls Metro Park Schedule to earn a shield or for first timers, a hiking stick. Meets at Quirk Cultural Center every Tuesday at 9:15am and car pool to area parks.

who have a current Ohio drivers license will automatically receive their card within weeks of your 60th birthday. If not, you can apply for one at the Quirk Cultural Center reception desk.

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Meet at Lions Lodge on Mondays at 9 am. You can learn this unique art or bring in a chair for someone else to work on. Wicker repair is also available.

Share your time and talent. This group helps with special events like bingo, card parties, casino days and craft shows at the Quirk Cultural Center.

Wednesdays at 10am or 1pm. Enjoy this game on outdoor courts under the tree! Call Quirk at 330971-8425 if you have your own group that wants to play.

Halloween/Fall Special Events

24th Annual Halloween Creative Writing Contest
All area high school and middle school students are invited to show their creative writing chops by submitting an original Halloween themed short story or poem. Entries may be submitted to any English teacher between September 19th and October 7th. All entries must be 350 words or less, typed, and double-spaced. Please include a cover page with title, authors name, school, grade, and English teachers name. Winners will be announced on October 28th.

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Family Friendly Monster Mash Halloween Bash!!

Cuyahoga Falls merchants interested in donating a window (or two!) for use in the 54th annual Halloween Window Painting Contest are encouraged to please call the Parks and Recreation Department at 330-971-8225 to register. Windows can be any shape or size, however please note that all donated windows should be easily accessible and should not contain window panes. Join in the Halloween spirit, spice up your businesss windows and help support local students in this fun Cuyahoga Falls tradition!

Window Donations Needed!

Come to the Quirk Cultural Center this October for a spooky good time! This fun, non-scary Halloween party will take place from 6:30 to 8:30 pm on Saturday, October 8th. Ticket prices are $10 per person for residents and $12 per person for nonresidents, and includes dinner, DJ and dancing, a keepsake photo, and a spooky treat bag for the little ones. Participants are encouraged to wear a Halloween costume. Reservations must be made in advance starting September 23rd for residents and September 30th for nonresidents by calling the Quirk Cultural center at 330971-8425. There is no online registration for this event. Come join the spooky fun! Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 363304 1A Oct. 8 Saturday 6:30-8:30 p.m. $10/$12

Community Halloween Party at Falls River Square!

Showcase your artistic abilities in this exciting Halloween tradition! All High School and Middle School students are invited to submit an 8 x 11 Halloween themed drawing to their art teacher by Thursday September 22nd. Students chosen to paint their drawings on area windows will be notified by September 30th and painting will take place from October 1st through the 16th. Winners will receive a Halloween trophy!

54th Annual Window Painting Contest

Join your friends and neighbors to celebrate Halloween, Cuyahoga Falls style! This fun event sponsored by the Parks and Recreation Department will be held rain or shine on Saturday, October 29th from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m. at Falls River Square. Admission to this event and participation in the Don Sitts Auto Trunk or Treat are FREE! Bring a pre-carved pumpkin for entry in one of the following carving contest categories: Largest, Smallest, Best Decorated, Scariest, or Most Original. A Costume Contest will also be held with categories that include: birth-18 months, 19 months-3 years, 4-5 years, 6-8 years, and 9-10 years. Please be seated in the amphitheater by 2:15 to participate in the costume contest. A $5 activity stamp may be purchased for unlimited access to hayrides, petting zoo, and other attractions. Refreshments will also be available for purchase. Call the Parks and Recreation Office at 330-971-8225 for more information.

Cuyahoga Falls Trick or Treat is Saturday, October 29th from 6-8 pm.

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Fall Events
Saturday, October 8, 8:30am-12:30pm. Shop till you drop! Each trunk holds a treasure you cant do without. Have you been looking for a way to sell items no longer needed...and dont want to have your own garage sale? Sell and/or buy from the trunk of a car. Sellers: $20 space for your car. Buyers: Free admission, browse, buy, have lunch. 336111 1A

Junk in Your Trunk Sale!

Fall Hand Caned Chair Sale

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Monday, October 10, 9:30am-2:30pm. Falls Caners are hosting a sale at Lions Lodge, 641 Silver Lake Avenue. Antique and country chairs, sets and individual chairs are available. All chairs have been hand caned and/ or woven by participants of the club which is sponsored by Cuyahoga Falls Parks and Recreation.

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Winter Special Events

Lunch with Santa

Do you think you have the most festive home on your block? Then enter in The Parks and Recreation Departments first annual Outdoor Home Decorating Contest!

HOME FOR THE HOLIDAYS Outdoor Home Decorating Contest!!

The contest is open to all Cuyahoga Falls residents. The registration fee is $10 per home and the deadline to register is Monday, December 12. Judging will take place Thursday, December 15 and Friday December 16. Winners will be announced on Tuesday, December 20. Winners will be showcased on our website and will receive prizes. For more information or to register, please call the Parks and Recreation Department at 330-9718225 or the Quirk Cultural Center at 330-971-8425 or register online at www.cityofcf.com/parksandrec Class Registration Deadline Resident Fee 363305 1A Monday, Dec 12 $10

The Parks and Recreation Department invites you to enjoy a holiday Lunch with Santa on Saturday, December 3rd from 11 am to 1 pm. This fun holiday event includes lunch, keepsake photo with Santa, holiday crafts, a special treat bag for the youngsters. Seating will begin at 10:45. Those wishing to sit together should arrive together. Please register in advance starting November 5th for residents and November 12th for nonresidents. There will be no online registration for this event. Please call the Quirk Cultural Center at 330-971-8425 for reservations. Class Day Date Time R/NR Fee 363303 1A Sat Dec 3 11am-1pm Adult: $6/$8 (Lap children are free) Child $10/$12

Actors-n-Theatre in Cuyahoga Falls Fall Production: A Christmas Story

Auditions: Fridays September 16, 23, 30 from 7:3010:30 pm Saturday, September 17, 24, from 2:304:30 pm. If interested, send resume to ANTICDirector@aol.com. Performances: Fridays and Saturdays, November 11, 12, 18 & 19 with curtain at 8 pm. Sundays, Nov. 13 & 14 with curtain at 3 pm

Holiday Treasures

Sponsored by the Craft Shoppe, Saturday, November 19. An annual craft show from 9am-3pm. Get your holiday gifts that are one of a kind. Jewelry, home decor, greeting cards, and more. Raffles, free admissions and concessions available. Space is limited at $20/space and $25/table. Prices go up after Nov 1. Call 330971-8425 for an application.

Holiday Concert

Bring your family to this free concert and enjoy the sounds of the holiday season performed by the Cuyahoga Falls Community Band, directed by Kristan Crane and the Community Chorus, directed by Edward Shure. The performance will be held at the Quirk Cultural Center, Monday, December 5 at 7:30pm.

Winter Art Show February 18 & 19

Parks and Recreation participants show off their painting, pottery, ceramics, wood carvings and any other creative projects made in the classes offered at Quirk Cultural Center. Some artwork for sale. Admission is FREE. Refreshments available. Music and desserts on Sunday Feb 19, 3-5pm.

Waterworks Memberships make a great gift!

Starting Dec 1, purchase your Water Works membership at a reduced rate! See page 8 for details!!!

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Youth Special Events

Grandparents Day Ice Cream Social

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Daddy Daughter Date Night

Grandkids, grab your grandparents and bring them to the Quirk Cultural Center on Sunday, September 11 from 2-4pm for everybodys favorite treat: ICE CREAM! The Parks and Recreation Department is sponsoring an ice cream social for grandparents and grandkids featuring crafts and games, a keepsake photograph, and a build your own sundae bar! Registration for this event will begin on August 26th, pre-registration is required; space is limited so be sure to register early! For more information or to register for this memorable event, please call the Quirk Cultural Center at 330-971-8425. There will be no online registration for this event. Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 363302 1A September 11 Sun 2-4 pm $6/$8

GIRLS ROCK!

A Great Place to Grow!

Preschool / Pre-Kindergarten Kindergarten - 8th Grade
There is a sense of comfort having our children at Redeemer, not just because God is a part of every class but because the principal and teachers care so much. I hope one day when I have grandchildren that they will be able to attend Redeemer as well. I love it here, and I am so happy the Lord led me to this school so many years ago. Ill be sad when my younger student graduates from RCS.

Girls, grab your dad and bring him to the Quirk Cultural Center to dance the night away. This fun date night for Dads and Daughters will be held on Friday, February 3rd and Saturday February 4th from 7-9 pm and on Sunday, February 5th from 1-3 p.m. This memorable event sponsored by Novelli Floral & Greenhouse includes dinner, dancing, a keepsake photo, a treat bag, and more. Girls should be four years and older to attend. Seating is on a first come basis beginning at 6:45 p.m. for evening dances and 12:45 p.m. for the afternoon dance. Those wishing to sit together should arrive together. Reservations must be made in advance beginning January 20 for residents and January 27 for nonresidents. Cost per person is $12 for residents and $14 for nonresidents. Space is limited so register early. For more information or reservations please call the Parks and Recreation Department at 330-971-8225 or the Quirk Cultural Center at 330-971-8425.
Class Day/Date Time R/NR Fee

363301 1A 363301 1B 363301 1C

Fri/Feb. 3 Sat/Feb. 4 Sun/Feb. 5

- Current RCS Family

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7-9 pm 7-9 pm 1-3 pm

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Youth Leisure
Parents and tots ages 3-5 can work with clay together! Dates Day Time R/NR Fee Oct 6, 13, 20 Thurs 2-2:45pm $13/16 Dec 1, 8, 15 Thurs 2-2:45pm $13/16 Jan 19, 26, Feb 2 Thurs 2-2:45pm $15/18 Kids ages 6-8 can create clay projects. Dates Day Time Sept 20, 27, Oct 4 Tues 4-4:45pm Nov 8, 15, 29 Tues 4-4:45pm Jan 3, 10, 17 Tues 4-4:45 pm R/NR Fee $18/$21 $18/$21 $20/$24

Clay and Pottery Classes with Amy Steiner

Class 333201 1A 333201 1B 133201 1A Class 333211 1A 333211 1B 133211 1A

Mudpies

Make-up Classes Instructor: Sue Prosser, Make-up artist Beautiful Beginnings Teens age 12 - 15

Mudcakes

Get the Wheel Started

Experiment with hand built pottery forms and explore embellishment and glazing techniques to create pottery and sculpture pieces. Ages 9-12 Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 333204 1A Sept 24, Oct 1, 8 Sat 10-11:45 am $25/$30 333204 2A Nov 19, Dec 3, 10 Sat 10-11:45 am $25/$30 133204 1A Jan 7, 14, 21 Sat 10-11:45 am $25/$30 Ages 13-17 Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 333204 1B Sept 24, Oct 1, 8 Sat 12-2 pm $25/$30 333204 2B Nov 19, Dec 3, 10 Sat 12-2 pm $25/$30 133204 1B Jan 7, 14, 21 Sat 12-2 pm $25/$30

For those just starting to wear make up learn the basics of good skin care and how to apply make up for the times when youre hanging out with friends, to school dances and everything in between. Question and answer time as well as demos and one on one advice. Build good habits and confidence that will last a lifetime. Class fee : $15 payable to instructor at time of registration Class Date Day Time R/NR Fee 333309 1A Oct 5 & 11 Sat 11am-1pm $3/$5 133309 1A Jan 15 & 22 Sat 11am-1pm $3/$5

Beautiful Beginnings Teen age 16 - 19

Class 333309 1B 133309 1B

Geared for young adults who already wear make up or want to start but not sure how. Learn to apply make up for the occasions of your life from hanging out to job, to football games and prom. Bring make up bag and questions. Class fee of $20 payable to instructor at time of registration. Date Day Time R/NR Fee Sept 25 & Oct 2 Sun 1-3pm $3/$5 Jan 29 & Feb 5 Sun 1-3pm $3/$5

Japanese Healthy Food for Kids and Parents I

This class will teach very easy authentic Japanese food as kids and parents try new cooking experiences together. Class will teach Rice Ball, Dango, and other popular snack foods for Americans. Class fee: $16 per pair (adult/child) $5 each additional child Class Date Day Time R/NR Fee 331316 1A Oct 22 Sat 10-noon $2/$4

Basic Origami I for Beginners Get Fired Up

Participants can pick their own project and learn cleaning to a completed piece of work. Ages 8 and up. Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 333202 1A Oct 8, 15, 22 Sat 10-11:30 am $25/$30 333202 1B Nov 5, 12, 19 Sat 10-11:30 am $25/$30 133202 1A Feb 11, 18, 25 Sat 10-11:30 am $25/$30

Instructor: Deonna Earlenbaugh

This course introduces basic Origami, the Japanese art of folding paper. Learn traditional Origami such as Kabuto, star shaped box plus how to apply it to craft projects such as greeting cards and ornaments. Ages 5 and up. Class fee: $8 Class Date Day Time 123206 1A Jan. 28 Sat 10-11:30 am

R/NR Fee $2/$4

Schools Out! Ceramics Instructor: Deonna Earlenbaugh

When school is out, come to the Quirk Cultural Center for some creative time working with ceramics. Class (age 6-9) Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 333202 3A Oct 14 Fri 9-10:30am $6/$9 333202 3B Dec 27 Tues 9-10:30am $6/$9 133202 3A Jan 16 Mon 9-10:30am $6/$9 133202 3B Feb 20 Mon 9-10:30am $6/$9 Class (age 10-15) 333202 4A 333202 4B 133202 4A 133202 4B Dates Oct 14 Dec 27 Jan 16 Feb 20 Day Fri Tues Mon Mon Time 11am-12:30pm 11am-12:30pm 11am-12:30pm 11am-12:30pm R/NR Fee $6/$9 $6/$9 $6/$9 $6/$9

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Youth Leisure and Sports

Dance and Gymnastics Classes Instructor: Evelyn Prichard
For those spirited ones who like to move, a variety of classes are offered on Saturdays at the Quirk Cultural Center. Session II: Nov 5-Dec 17 (no class 11/26) Resident $30/Nonresident $35 Session III:Jan 7-Feb 4 Resident $25/Nonresident$30 Class Description Pre-ballet, age 4-6 Tap, Tumbling, Jazz I, age 4-6 Ballet I, ages 6-8 Tap, Tumbing & Jazz II, age 6-8 Gymnastics I, age 6-12 Class # 333101 1B, 1C 333102 1B, 1C 333103 1B, 1C 333104 1B, 1C 333105 1B, 1C Time 9-9:45 am 9:45-10:45 am 10:45-11:30 am 11:30-12:30 pm 12:45-1:45 pm

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HOW WILL YOU CELEBRATE YOUR BIRTHDAY THIS YEAR? Cuyahoga Falls Parks and Recreation has the answer! Splash Party m Party times are riu 1pm, 3pm & 5pm on Pa o

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NFL Pepsi Punt Pass & Kick Competition

Young pro football fans will have the opportunity to showcase their football skills at the NFL Pepsi Punt, Pass and Kick competition on Friday, September 9 at 6:30 p.m. at Price Elementary School, 2610 Delmore Street. The competition is free and open to boys and girls ages 6-15. The top finishers from each age group will advance to a sectional competition. Registration will take place the day of the event at the site. Please bring a copy of your birth certificate and a parent to sign the permission form. No football shoes (spikes) allowed. Gym shoes only.

Cuyahoga Falls Amateur Baseball Association (CFABA) Players ages 5-18 can register to play baseball Saturdays,

February 4th, and 11th and March 3rd from 10 am - 1 pm at the Quirk Cultural Center. Fees are $40 for ages 5-12, $45 for ages 13-14, and $50 for ages 15-18. Players must bring birth certificate, registration fee, and a parent to sign the permission form.

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Saturday & Sunday Bring your own cake.

Poseidon Package 1 1/2 hours in Poseidon room/10 admissions Annual Members: $95/Others: $120 Neptune Package 1 1/2 hours in Neptune room/20 admissions Annual Members: $190/Others: $240

Full payment is due at time of reservation. Call 330-971-8087 to reserve your party today!

Your choice of any 2 items: mini golf, small range basket or 2 tokens Pizza, chips, fountain drinks, paper products, and outside picnic tables with umbrellas included. Free downloadable party invitations available at www.cityofcf.com/downview. Call 330-971-8418 to reserve today!

Putter Pa rT iew nvper person, minimum of 10 people e w $8

Daily admission for up to ten guests 1-1/2 hours of the party tent Meal, drinks & ice cream for all guests. $100 Residents / $125 Nonresidents. Must be scheduled at least 3 days in advance. Full payment required at time of reservation. Call 330-971-8088 for more info

Water Works Splash Party Package!

at your neighborhood wading pool

Rental time from 6-8pm Maximum number of guests:35 Includes: 2 supervisors; 2 tables for cakes/presents Available at Oak, Quirk & Linden $100 residents/$150 nonresidents!!

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Adult Leisure
Community Plant Exchange

Ballroom Dance Classes

All classes are taught in a progressive format, each series covering one dance for five weeks on Thursday evenings at the Quirk Cultural Center. Singles and couples welcome, ages teen-adult. $10 per person/per class (or $16 for two classes the same night) or $16 per couple/per class at the door. No preregistration required. Go to www.dancerinyou.com for class detail information. Session I: Sept 15-Oct 13 Session II: Oct 20-Nov 10 Session III: Nov 17-Dec 15 (no class 11/24) Session IV: Jan 5-Feb 2 Session V: Feb 9-Mar 8

taught by Anita Converse, of The Dancer in You, Inc.

Beginner Ballroom

6:30-7:15pm Learn the basics of dances like Foxtrot, Waltz, Swing, Rumba and more. Have fun, get some exercise and be ready for social functions that include dancing. Intermediate Ballroom 7:15-8pm Increase your repertoire and technical level on a wide variety of Ballroom, Latin and Swing dances. Intermediate Argentine Tango 8-8:45pm For those who already know the basics of Tango, this will build on your social dance repertoire, technique and improvisational skills. Want to try out your new dance moves and socialize with friends? Come to our Friday Ballroom Dance Night. Start with a lesson from 7:30-8:15pm, then from 8:15-10:30 pm enjoy dancing to great music for swing, cha-cha, waltz and more. Singles/couples welcome. Light refreshments provided. Fridays, Sept 2, Oct 7, Nov 4, Dec 2, Jan 6, Feb 17 & Mar 2. Fee is $10/person, $7 for college students and Seniors w/ID. Pay at the door.

For experienced to novice gardeners this is a chance to exchange your plants for 5 new plants that wont cost a dime! Many homeowners love to beautify their gardens but the cost can prohibit them from planting anything new. Get together at Water Works Park at the Big Cuyahoga Shelter and swap anything from ornamental grasses, geraniums, hostas, day lilies, herbs, vegetable plants, ground cover and shrubs. Preregistration required. Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 331304 1A September 24 Saturday 9:30 am $10/$12

Dance Fever

Hosted by Anita Converse

Instructor: Lorree Cummings Organic Gardener & Nutritionist Learn how to have your very own farm-fresh organic eggs or how to grow your own Sunday chicken dinner! Which chickens are the best for your needs? Where to put them? Learn what you need for your feathered friends, where to get them and how to take care of them! Its easier than you think and fun for the whole family. You will never want store bought eggs again! Class fee:$20 to instructor at registration. Preregistration required. Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 331309 1A September 14 Wednesday 6-8pm $2/$4 331309 1B February 22 Wednesday 6-8pm $2/$4

Everything You Need to Know About Backyard Chickens

Ballroom Nights Hosted by John and Pam Burton

Food Preservation

Put on your dancing shoes for Friday, Sept 23, Oct 28, Nov 25, Jan 27, Feb 24 from 7:30-10:30 at the Quirk Cultural Center. The evening starts with instruction from 7:30-8pm followed by open dance and a light snack. $9 per person at the door. No partner required. 16 & older only please. Designed to promote good posture, self confidence and grace, while teaching students how to strengthen and protect their bodies from injury. This class will consist of traditional ballet barre and floor combinations. Class fees to instructor: $20 for one class per week or $35 for both classes. 4 week sessions Class Beg/Inter. Start Date Day Time R/NR Fee 331104 1A Intermed. Sept. 6 Tues 9-10:15am $8/$12 331104 1B Intermed. Oct. 4 Tues 9-10:15 am $8/$12 331104 1C Intermed. Nov. 1 Tues 9-10:15 am $8/$12 331104 1D Intermed. Jan. 3 Tues 9-10:15 am $8/$12 331104 1E Intermed. Jan 31 Tues 9-10:15 am $8/$12 331104 2A Beginner Sept. 1 Thurs. 9-10 am $8/$12 331104 2B Beginner Sept. 29 Thurs. 9-10 am $8/$12 331104 2C Beginner Oct. 27 Thurs. 9-10 am $8/$12 331104 2D Beginner Jan. 5 Thurs. 9-10 am $8/$12 331104 2E Beginner Feb. 2 Thurs. 9-10 am $8/$12

Adult Ballet Classes

Instructor Jean Brady

Learn how to prepare your summer fresh bounty for freezing and canning to use throughout the winter. Review and demonstrations of several methods of canning will be taught. See how easy and fun it can be. Taste samples and take home recipes to try yourself. Class fee $20 to instructor at registration. Preregististration required. Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 331303 1A September 26 Monday 6:30-8:30pm $2/$4

Instructor: Mitzi Stanley

Beginner Beekeeper Class

Belly Dancing by Visions of the Nile Belly Dance School

A free introductory class will be held Wednesday, January 18 from 7-8pm. Learn the benefits, pleasures and problems of beekeeping. Information covered will be why/ how to get started, the costs/time involved, basic management of a hobby apiary. Class fee of $25 payable to Summit Co. Beekeeper includes a 1 year membership in the Summit County Beekeepers Assoc which meets bi-monthly and provides mentoring and technical assistance to all beekeepers. Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 131318 1A Jan 25, Feb 1, 8 Wed 7-9pm $6/$12

This low impact aerobic dance is a great workout for all women. No experience necessary. Class fee to instructor:$45. 4 week sessions. Preregistration required Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 331105 1A Sept. 6-27 Tues. 6-7 pm $6/$8 331105 1B Oct. 4-25 Tues. 6-7 pm $6/$8 331105 1C Nov. 1-22 Tues. 6-7 pm $6/$8 331105 1D Jan. 10-31 Tues. 6-7 pm $6/$8 331105 1E Feb. 7-28 Tues. 6-7 pm $6/$8 331105 1F March 6-27 Tues. 6-7 pm $6/$8

Haveatalent...TeachaClass!
We are always looking for great course ideas and new instructors. If you have an idea for a course or would like to teach a course email us at parksandrecreation@cityofcf.com or call 330-971-8225.

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Adult Leisure
Tofu Cooking
Designed for beginners who want to learn how to cook easy tofu dishes. Recipes for several popular tofu meals such as mapodofu, agedoufu, and more provided. Class fee $20 to instructor at time of registration. Age 16 & up Dates Day Time R/NR Fee Feb 6 Mon 7-9pm $2 R/$4 NR

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Instructor Sanae Putman

Class 331316 1B

Indian Cooking

Learn to make butter cream frosting, icing, filling, flowers, borders, designing, leveling and torting a cake. First day icing and cupcakes provided. A list of supplies needed will be provided at registration. Class fee: $25 to instructor Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 331313 1A Sept 23-Oct 14 Fri 6:30-8:30pm $8/$12 331313 1B Oct 18-Nov 8 Tues 12-2pm $8/$12

Cake Decorating

If you are curious about Indian food, come find out what it is about. Demonstrations, hands on and of course tasting of all food made in class. $30 class fee for supplies paid at time of registration. Must be registered 4 days prior to class date Class Day/Date Class Time R/NR Fee 331317 1A Tues/Sept 13 Spices/snacks 7-9:30pm $3/$5 331317 1B 331317 1C 331317 1D 131317 1A Thurs/Oct 20 Thurs/ Nov 17 Thurs/Dec 8 Thurs/Jan 26 Curries and more 7-9:30pm Snacks/appetizers 7-9:30pm Curries and dessert 7-9:30pm Curries/lentils/breads 7-9:30pm
Bryani(rice dish), Mango Lassie

$3/$5 $3/$5 $3/$5 $3/$5

Create a piece of artwork from color mixing, application and composition to complete a project. Students supply painting materials. *No class 11/21 Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 331201 1A Sept 12-Oct 3 Mon 7-10 pm $30/$38 331201 2A Oct 17-Nov 7 Mon 7-10 pm $30/$38 331201 3A Nov 14-Dec 12* Mon 7-10 pm $30/$38 131201 1A Jan 9-30 Mon 7-10 pm $30/$38 131201 1B Feb 6-27 Mon 7-10 pm $30/$38

Oil and Acrylic Painting

Instructor Eric Naylor

Foundations to wheel work. New students must start with hand building. Individual attention to learn and perfect their skill. Glazes and firing included. Clay additional. Mon, Tues, Wed or Thurs 7-9:30 pm or Wed 12:30-3 pm. 18 and over. Session I & II Fee $60 resident / $75 Non resident. Session I: week of Sept 19-Oct 27 Session II: week of Nov 7-Dec 22 (no class week of 11/12) Session III Fee $70 resident / $90 Non resident. Session III: week of Jan 2-Feb 9 Session I Session II Session III Mon PM Hand build 331202 1A 331208 1A 133202 1A Mon PM Throwing 331202 1B 331208 1B 133202 1B Tues PM Hand build 331202 1C 331208 1C 133202 1C Tues PM Throwing 331202 1D 331208 1D 133202 1D Wed PM Hand build 331202 1E 331208 1E 133202 1E Wed PM Throwing 331202 1F 331208 1F 133202 1F Wed Day Hand build 331202 1G 331208 1G 133202 1G Wed Day Throwing 331202 1H 331208 1H 133202 1H Thurs PM Hand build 331202 1J 331208 1J 133202 1J Thurs PM Throwing 331202 1K 331208 1K 133202 1K

Pottery

Instructors Amy Steiner/Danielle Marino

Ceramics Instructors Elaine Keller, Dee Earlenbaugh Many holiday items, useful home dishware: platters, bowls, cups, etc. Use of tools, stains, glazes and instruction included. Greenware and firing additional cost. *No Class 11/21 or 11/22 Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 331220 1A Sept 12-Oct 17 Mon 7-9:30 pm $18/$23 331220 1B Sept 13-Oct 18 Tues 7-9:30 pm $18/$23 331220 2A Oct 24-Dec 5* Mon 7-9:30 pm $18/$23 331220 2B Oct 25-Dec 6* Tues 7-9:30 pm $18/$23 131220 1A Jan 9-Feb 13 Mon 7-9:30 pm $20/$25 131220 1B Jan 10-Feb 14 Tues 7-9:30 pm $20/$25 131220 2A Feb 27-Apr 2 Mon 7-9:30 pm $20/$25 131220 2B Feb 28-Apr 3 Tues 7-9:30 pm $20/$25 Ceramic-Drop in Saturdays
Adults too busy during the week can drop into a Saturday class and pay a one day fee. Get a group of friends together and complete a project. Greenware and firing additional cost. Saturdays from 9am-2pm. Fee: $7 resident/$10 nonresident. Sept 16, 30, Oct 7, 21, Nov 4, 18, Dec 2, 16, Jan 7, 21, Feb 4, 18.

140 Portage Trail:

330.923.0454
505 Graham Road:

Craft Shoppe

330.928.8550 www.valleysavingsbank.com

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Do you have a creative touch and creations to sell? No rent or payment upfront. The Craft Shoppe located inside the Quirk Cultural Center is an outlet for handcrafted items. We are looking for consignees who want to have a safe location to display their items. Receive 90% of sales if you assist in clerking. Hours: Mon-Fri 10am-4pm, Mon 6-8pm, Saturday 10am2pm. Additional hours Oct-Dec. Board meetings are the second Tuesday of each month at 9:30am. New consignees welcome to see what we are all about.

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Adult Leisure
NEW!!! Make up and Beauty Classes Instructor: Sue Prosser, Make-up artist Everyday Beauty
Choosing the right beauty products and cosmetics can be confusing. In this workshop, learn effective ways to care for your skin as well as practical & simple ways to apply make up. Whether your job is inside or outside the home, learn how to find products at your local drug store that will make you feel great and be easy on your wallet. So grab a friend and your make up bag and build confidence while you save money in the make up aisles. Class fee $30 to instructor Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 131313 1A January 24 Tues 6:30-9:30 pm $4/$7

Ghost Hunting Classes Instructors: Carol York and Jeri Holland Beginners Guide to Ghost Hunting
Learn basic ghost hunting protocol, terminology, spirit photos, equipment used, where to find ghosts and more. Class fee: $8. 18 years and older. Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 336312 1A October 6 Thurs 7-9 pm $2/$4

Advanced Ghost Hunting

You will be working in a group & understanding the different theories concerning ghost hunting and paranormal research. 18 years and older. Class fee: $8 Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 336312 1B October 13 Thurs 7-9 pm $2/4

Look Like You Mean Business

A Teens Guide to Ghost Hunting

Calling Teens age 13 -17! Join us for a fun and informative evening where you will learn how to set up a ghost hunting team, collect evidence and the importance of research and safety. Class fee: $8. Parents-$4 to accompany paid teen. Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 336312 1C October 21 Fri 7-9 pm $2/4

Haunted Ohio * Must be 18 yrs or older. Sharing the haunted history of Ohio will be author/local historian, Jeri Holland and parapsychologist Carrol York. Our ghost stories include witches, thieves, and other haunting personalities, all documented by eyewitnesses. Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 336312 1D October 29 Sat 10am-12pm $2/4 Woodshop Orientation Instructor Bill Lambacher

This workshop is for ladies who are in or about to join the workforce. You will learn how to apply make up that will make you look pulled together but will also get you out the door fast. Find the right skin care products and cosmetics without being overwhelmed or over budget. Bring along your make up bag and save time and money while looking good doing it! Class fee $30 to instructor Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 331313 1B Nov 30 & Dec 7 Wed 6:30-9:30 pm 4/$7 131313 2A Feb 1 & 8 Wed 6:30-9:30 pm 4/$7

Holiday Beauty Made Simple

Wednesdays, Sept 7, Oct 5, Nov 2, Dec 7, Jan 4, Feb 1 from 7-9pm. Fee $6 paid night of class. Learn the usage and safety of each machine. Will continue the following Wednesdays. Create your own project with the instructors supervision. After orientation complete, work independently by purchasing a user card $15/5 visits. *No class 11/23 Class Day/Dates Project Time R/NR Fee 331312 1A Wed/Sept 14-28 Stepstool 7-9 pm $30/$38 331312 1B Wed/Oct 12-26 Jewelry Box 7-9 pm $30/$38 331312 1C Wed/Nov 9-30* Serving Tray 7-9 pm $30/$38 131312 1A Wed/Jan 11-25 choice 7-9 pm $30/$38 131312 1B Wed/Feb 8-22 choice 7-9 pm $30/$38

If you want to glam up your make up routine for an event, this is for you. For much less than the cost of a private make up lesson or salon appointment, you will learn how to do it yourself for the holidays. Create a smoky eye and achieve evening looks without looking over the top. Look like a million bucks for just a few($). Class fee $30 to instructor Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 331313 1C December 3 Sat 10am-1pm $4/$7

Woodshop Projects

Japanese-Basic Conversation I Instructor Sanae Putman

Native Japanese speaker will provide the skills for basic conversation. Excellent for those interested in being involved as a Japanese host family or exchange program or business. Topics covered include culture, travel and customs. Ages 10 & up. Class fee: $40. Book required: Japanese 10 minutes a day Class Dates Day Time 331231 1A Oct 10-31 Mon 7-8pm

R/NR Fee $8/$12

Wood Carving Club

Japanese-Basic Conversation II Instructor Sanae Putman

Mondays, 6:30-8:30pm. Free to stop in and learn this unique hobby. Purchase your own tools once you wish to join. Beginners welcome and encouraged.

Weekly Duplicate Bridge

Open to the public. Sanctioned by the American Contract Bridge League. I. Mondays 7-9 pm begins September 12. No partner required. Game starts at 7pm with a brief mini lesson. Then play 21-24 boards finishing by 9:30pm. Call Don or Katy Moyer 330-686-9740 with questions. $5/session II. Tuesdays Play begins at 7pm on September 6. Once a month a 20 minute lecture is given. Partners recommended. Less then 2,500 points. $5/session III. Fridays Play begins at 12:30 pm Sept 9, 23, Oct 7, 14, 28, Nov 18, Dec 2, 23. $5/session

This course is excellent for those who took Basic Japanese I to improve and continue their skill to talk in Japanese. Class fee: $40. Book required: Japanese 10 minutes a day Class Dates Day Time R/NR Fee 331231 1B Nov 7-28 Mon 7-8pm $8/$12

NEW!! Origami I for Adults

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Introduces basic Origami, Japanese art of folding paper. Learn traditional projects such as Kabuto, star shaped box and more. How to apply to greeting cards and craft projects will also be covered. Class fee: $8 Class Dates Day Time 131212 1A Jan 23 Mon 6-7:30pm

R/NR Fee $2/$4

Performing Arts/Adult Sports

Actors-n-Theatre in Cuyahoga Falls Spring Family Gala Pickle Ball

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Auditions: Friday January 6, Tuesday January 10 from 7-10pm and Saturday January 7 from 2-5 pm. If interested, send resume to ANYICDirector@aol.com. Performances: Fridays and Saturdays, March 9, 10, 16, & 17 with curtain at 8pm. Sundays, March 11 & 18 with curtain at 3pm.

Teens, Adults, Senior Adults, Fun for all ages! A mini-tennis game for all skill levels. Instruction and equipment (1st time) provided. Where: Preston Park Court. When: Mondays & Wednesdays at 6:30pm, Saturdays at 10am.

Adult Coed Power Volleyball Open Gym

Point of No Return Improv

Presents family Amateur Comedy nights twice a month at 7:30pm in the Newell Theatre at the Quirk Cultural Center. Tickets: $5 per person. Saturday 9/17, 10/1, 10/15, 12/3, 12/17, 1/7, 1/21, 2/4, 2/18. Visit www.prnimprov.org for show times and details.

Power Level open gym: at Roberts Middle School, 3333 Charles Street, every Thursday night from 7-10 pm, Sept. 15-Dec. 15. Must be 18 years of age or older. Fee is $3 per person, pay at the door. For power players only.

Mens Basketball Leagues

Summit County Songwriters-Monday Sept 19, Oct 3, 17, Nov

7, 21, Dec 5, 19, Jan 2, 16, Feb 6, 20. This group of artists enjoy a Songwriters Circle at the Quirk Cultural Center from 6-10pm. If interested in singing or bringing your song or having someone perform your work, log onto www.songwritersummit.com for details.

The following fast break basketball leagues are being offered this year: 18 and Over League Mondays at Bolich and Roberts 18 and Over League - Wednesdays at Bolich and Roberts The registration deadline for returning teams is Thursday, October 13, and Friday October 14 for new teams. The entry fee is $410.00. Please download a registration packet from our website at www.cityofcf.com/adultsports or call the Parks and Recreation Office at 330-971-8225.

Adult Volleyball League

The Cuyahoga Falls Community Band

The band consists of 45 musicians of all ages and walks of life, directed by Kristan Crane. We perform a variety of standard band literature at a medium to high level of difficulty. Auditions are not required. Rehearsals are Mondays at the Quirk Cultural Center, from the Monday after Labor Day to Monday before Memorial Day from 7-8:30pm. Concerts presented in the parks through June and July. Dust off that instrument and come play with us.

The following leagues will be offered this year: Womens Power League - Tuesdays at Roberts Coed Power (A Level) LeagueThurs at Roberts and Bolich Coed (B Level) League Tuesdays at Bolich League play will begin the first week of January. The entry fee is $215.00. The registration deadline for returning teams is Thursday, December 8th and Friday, December 9th for new teams. Download a registration packet from our website at www.cityofcf.com/adultsports or call the Parks and Recreation Office at 330-971-8225.

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The Cuyahoga Falls Community Chorus

The Cuyahoga Falls Community Chorus, under the direction of Edward A. Shure, provides an opportunity for singers of all ages to join together in a fun, family oriented atmosphere. Additionally, the Chorus serves the community by performing for retirement and nursing homes, hospitals, churches and civic organizations as well as public performances at the Quirk Cultural Center, the Holiday Tree Festival at the JS Knight Center and the Cuyahoga Falls Library, among other locations. In May of 2011 the Chorus, in partnership with the City of Cuyahoga Falls, premiered Cuyahoga Falls Cares, a campaign to address special needs in the community. The SummaCare Spirit of America! concert was performed to benefit Good Neighbors of Cuyahoga Falls. The Chorus rehearses on Monday evenings at Summit Christian School at Newberry Park at 7:00 p.m. beginning on the Monday after Labor Day. For more information please visit us on the Web at www.cfchorus.com or email us at info@cfchorus.com. There are openings for all voice parts and no audition is required! Join us today!

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Mon. - Fri.: 8 am 7 pm Sat.: 10 am 6 pm 330-634-8226 2355 Second Street, Cuyahoga Falls

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Rental Information
The Fedeli Group Is proud to support The City of Cuyahoga Falls Parks and Recreation!
LODGES-There are three lodges available for rent. Lodges are reserved for a 15 hour maximum, 9 am-midnight. Set up information and payment is due at the time of reservation. All lodges are smoke free and have stoves and refrigerators. Coffee urns are available. Call The Parks and Recreation office at 330-9718225 or Quirk Cultural Center at 330-971-8425 for reservations.
641 Silver Lake Avenue Lions Lodge Accommodates 150 people for seated programs. The lodge is air conditioned and heated. The gas fireplace is available upon request. Monday-Thursday $100 residents/$125 nonresidents Friday-Sunday, Holidays $160 residents/$185 nonresidents 2000 Oneida Avenue Galt Park Lodge Accommodates 50 people seated. The lodge is heated. Wood burning fireplace available upon request. 851 W. Bath Road Northampton Town Hall Accommodates 50 people seated downstairs and 50 people upstairs. The lodge is air conditioned and heated. Monday-Thursday $75 residents/$90 nonresidents Friday-Sunday, Holidays $90 residents/$105 nonresidents SHELTERS-There are several outdoor shelters available for rent. The rate for all shelters is $45 per day for residents and $55 per day for nonresidents. Shelters are reserved from sunrise to sunset, approximately 6 am-9 pm. Water Works Shelters Big Cuyahoga Shelter-150 people Kelsey Creek Shelter-80/90 people Little Stone Shelter-60/70 people 2025 Munroe Falls Avenue Peninsula Sheter-120 people Shady Bend Shelter-90 people

The Fedeli Group 5005 Rockside Road ~ 5th Floor Independence, OH 44131-8003
(216) 328-8080 ~ 800-837-7191 Fax (216) 328-8081

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Keyser Park Shelter W. Bath & Northampton Rds. (Located at the top of the hill, not the ballfield shelter) Accommodates 32 people 2250 12th Street Oak Park Shelter Accommodates 42 people FOR LODGES AND SHELTERS Residents may reserve Lodges and Shelters one year to the day in advance on a first come, first served basis. Non-residents may reserve 6 months to the day in advance. Reservations cancelled six months prior to a reservation date-90% refund, less then six month notice-50% refund.

QUIRK CULTURAL CENTER

1201 Grant Avenue Capacity 250 6:00 p.m.11:00 p.m. $175.00 Nonresident rate 6:00 p.m.midnight $450.00 Nonresident rate 10:00 a.m. midnight $450.00 Nonresident rate Capacity 160 $35.00 Nonprofit rate per hour

Diamond Engagement Ring Specialist Since 1993

Bill Skidmore Owner
424 Portage Trail Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221 Phone: 330-940-3331 Fax: 330-940-2711 www.familytreasuresjewelers.com

Banquet Room Monday through Thursday $125.00 Resident Rate $100 Security Deposit Required Friday $350.00 Resident Rate $100 Security Deposit Required Saturday and Holiday Hours $350.00 Resident Rate $100.00 Security Deposit required Newell Theatre $50.00 Profit rate per hour

Classrooms and Board Room $20.00 Profit rate per hour $15.00 Nonprofit rate per hour *A Tax I.D. # is required for the nonprofit rate. Payment due in full at time of reservation. Reservation must include set-up, cooking, decorating and clean-up time. Refundable security deposit $100.00. Visa, MasterCard, Discover, cash or check accepted. All prices subject to change.

www.cityofcf.com/parksandrec

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Admission Resident - Free
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Non Resident - $3 Skate Rental $3 per person

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AUGUST 3 -12, 2012

Call 971-8135 or log onto www.cityofcf.com

BICENTENNIAL!

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