Volume 29 Number 4 Fall 2010

Community Newsletter for Hempfield Township, Hempfield Township Municipal Authority, and Hempfield Parks & Recreation

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Fall Program of Activities Pages 1 - 23

RESIDENT registration begins

Tuesday, September 7, 201 0 8:00 am to 4:00 pm

NON- RESIDENT registration begins Tuesday, September 1 4, 201 0

8:00 am to 4:00 pm

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Hempfield Township News Pages

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Hempfield Township Municipal Authority News

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1132 Woodward Drive, Suite B, Greensburg, PA 15601 Phone: 724-836-7900 or Fax: 724-836-7708 OFFICE HOURS: 7:30 am to 4:30 pm - Monday thru Friday

Mission Statement To enrich the lives of all citizens within the boundaries of Hempfield Township by providing the opportunity to make constructive use of leisure time, contributing to good health, human happiness and physical and mental well-being. Recreational opportunities and park experiences will be provided for year round and will be accessible to everyone, enhancing the quality of life and self esteem of all Hempfield residents regardless of age, sex, race or income.

Hello Hempfield,

School bells are ringing and the yellow busses are on the roads again. The trees are turning colors and football season is in the air—where did the summer go? I hope you were one of the many people that attended the Hempfield Community Days at Hempfield Park the weekend of August 14th and 15th. As always, we had a great weekend with fireworks, crafts, food and music. Keep your kids busy by registering for one or more of our fall programs or sports. Before you know it, snow, Thanksgiving and Christmas will be here. Sincerely,

Dean Minerva Dean Minerva, Director Hempfield Parks and Recreation

Hempfield Parks & Recreation Commission

Scott Gordon Rudy Ferrara Jay Smeltzer

Kenneth Wees Jeff Colello

Robert McDonald Gordon Scherff

RECREATION

TABLE OF CONTENTS Adult/Senior Activities .............. Pages 15-18 Aquatics .............................. Pages 8 & 9 Children and Teen Activities ........ Pages 11& 12 Directions to Schools/Park/Bldg. .... Page 19 Enrollment Methods .................. Page 4 Field Trips ............................ Page 5 Ho! Ho! Letters ....................... Page 7 Pre-School Activities ................ Pages 10 & 11 Registration Forms ................... Pages 22 & 23 Registration Information ............. Page 20 Special Events ........................ Page 6 Youth Sports ......................... Pages 13 & 14

Thank You to our 2010 Community Days

Sponsors

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201 0 PROGRAMS

Enrollment Methods (Pre-registration required) (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23)

Hempfield Parks and Recreation program brochures are bulk mailed to all Hempfield residents. Please remember to hang on to your book, you may want to look at it again. Due to additional postage

costs, we cannot accommodate the requests to mail out brochures a second time to your home.

Residents of Adamsburg, Hunker, Manor, New Stanton and Youngwood are Borough Residents in the Hempfield Area School District.

Mail-In Walk-In Fax

Hempfield Parks & Recreation Hempfield Parks & Recreation Department 724-836-7708 1132 Woodward Drive, Suite B Hempfield Township Municipal Building Visa/MasterCard/Discover Greensburg, PA 15601 (off Route 136, near Fort Allen) Residents Residents registration begins

registration begins Tuesday, September 7 Tuesday, September 7 from Early mail is held until Tuesday, from 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Non-resident 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. Non-September 7 and is processed registration begins Tuesday, September 14 residents registration begins daily as soon as possible. Walk- in registrations are processed first. Tuesday, September 14. EARLY BIRDS………. get in the class !! At some point we must decide whether to cancel a program due to lack of enrollment. Registering at the last minute may mean that the program you want has already been cancelled. Please register early. Must be pre- registered. NO registrations will be accepted by instructors at the class, chaperone of special event/field trip, or coaches of our sports.

Say Cheese !! For program promotion purposes, photographs may be taken of participants from time to time. If you do not wish to have your photo taken, please notify the photographer and/or class instructor.

Type, Human Error, We Goofed… ! ? Occasionally there may be an error in days, times, registration requirements or fees in the brochure. When such Errors occur our staff will do everything possible to correct the situation promptly, We thank you for your patience and understanding when these situations arise.

Field Trips (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23) Children Under the age of 18 must be accompanied by an adult unless otherwise indicated.

Andy Warhol Museum (Pittsburgh, PA)

Date: Saturday, October 23 Time: 10:00 am - 4:00 pm Resident Fee: $28 Non- Resident Fee: $38 Limit: 45

Registration Deadline – October 1 5 or when bus is filled. Register early to guarantee seat!

Located on the North Shore of Pittsburgh, The Warhol is one of the four Carnegie Museums of Pittsburgh and is a collaborative project of the Carnegie Institute, Dia Center for the Arts, and The Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, Inc. Opened in 1994, the Museum features extensive permanent collections of art and archives on one of the most influential American artists of the twentieth century. It is also a primary resource for anyone seeking insights into contemporary art and popular culture. Fee includes transportation and admission to museum. Enjoy lunch on your own at the Warhol Café, or one of the many fine restaurants on the North Shore.

Please Note: Bus departs from parking lot behind Petsmart in Hempfield Square.

Please arrive a few minutes early as bus leaves at time indicated.

Arrowhead WineCellars & Mobilia Fruit Market

(Northeast, PA)

Date: Saturday, October 2 Time: 9:00 am – 8:00 pm Resident Fee: $30 Non-Resident Fee: $40 Limit: 45

Join us on a trip to Arrowhead Wine Cellars, one of the Lake Erie Region’s largest winery and gift shops, featuring unique and one-of-a-kind gifts from New York City and around the world. We will also visit Mobilia Fruit Market which will allow you to either “pick your own” or purchase already picked fruit in season. The farm market also features frozen fruit, fresh grape juice, home wine making supplies and a wide variety of jams and jellies. After the superb wine tasting, we will stop at “Mums by Paschke” and you will have the opportunity to “pick your own mums” for a few dollars or purchase beautiful hardy mums. We will then stop at “Old Country Buffet” for dinner “on your own” before heading home.

• You may want to eat a hearty breakfast and/or bring snacks since we will not be eating until apx.3:30 pm. • Cheese and crackers will be provided with the wine tasting • Fee includes transportation and Arrowhead wine tasting.

Special Events (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23)

Infant Massage (Ages 2 wks to pre-crawling)

Do you want a happy, healthy baby? Infant Massage is a wonderful way to deepen the bond between you and your baby. Infant Massage also helps your baby sleep better and relieves gas and colic. This two hour workshop is full of information and will allow you to learn how to massage your baby and help you both to relax. Please bring your baby and a blanket, as we will be working on the floor. Pregnant moms are also welcome! Please bring a baby doll. Fee includes an additional caregiver, handouts, and oil. Instructor: Connie J. Capar, Certified Massage Therapist and Certified Infant Massage Instructor Location: Maxwell Elementary School Library Time: 9:30 am – 11:30 am Date: Saturday, September 4th OR Saturday October 2nd Resident Fee: $30 Non – Resident Fee: $40 Limit: 10

Iddy Biddy Athletes on Black Friday (Ages 2-8)

Drop off the kids on the busiest shopping day of the year for a fun day of sports at the Hempfield Township Athletic Complex. Come and enjoy basketball, soccer, board games and much more! Snacks will be provided. All Children will be closely monitored by Hempfield Recreation Staff.

Instructor: Recreation Staff Location: Hempfield Township Athletic Complex Time: 10:00 am – 2:00 pm (Please be on time) (1 day) Friday, November 26 Resident Fee: $20 Non – Resident Fee: $30 Limit: None

Lunch with Santa (Ages 3 & up)

Join us for lunch, games, watch a Christmas Play, and let the “Jolly Old Elf” know what you want for Christmas! Event begins 11:00 with lunch being served at 12 Noon. Bring your camera to capture the special moments. Adult supervision required.

Pre-registration is REQUIRED by Friday, December 10th. No registration will be accepted after that time or at the door, so plan ahead.

Instructor: Recreation Staff Location: Hempfield Township Athletic Complex Times: 11:00 am – 1:00 pm (1 day) Saturday, December 18 Resident Fee: $ 6

Non-Resident Fee: $ 10 Limit: None

Ho! Ho! Ho!

Letters from the North Pole (Parents of pre-schoolers thru age 8)

Astonish your child with a letter from Santa Claus this Christmas season. Letters will be mailed during the week of December 7. To have your child receive a letter from Santa, complete the following information and return it to:

Letters from the North Pole Hempfield Parks and Recreation 1132 Woodward Drive, Suite B

Greensburg, PA 15601

Registration Deadline: NOVEMBER 24, 201 0

(PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY or TYPE)

Child’s Name_____________________________________________________________________________________

Address____________________________________________________City_____________________Zip__________

Daytime Phone Number_____________________Sex_____________Age__________Date of Birth_________________

Teacher’s Name___________________________________________________________________________________

Brother’s or Sister’s Names (print clearly)______________________________________________________________

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Pet’s Names and Species (dog, cat, bird, etc.)___________________________________________________________

_______________________________________________________________________________________________ Gifts child requested (print clearly)___________________________________________________________________

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_______________________________________________________________________________________________ Santa will not reveal to the child exactly what he/she will be receiving.

Behavioral improvements Santa may suggest_____________________________________________________________

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Signature Parent/Adult Guardian:_____________________________________________________________________

Resident Fee per letter $ 5 Non-Resident Fee per letter $ 7

Aquatics (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23)

American Red Cross Swimming Instruction (Ages 6 months-Ages 17)

Coordinators: Betty Prycl, Kariena Sever, Stacey Swartz

New Location: Hempfield High School Swimming Pool *

SUNDAY

(10 weeks) September 26 - to December 5 (no November 28)

1:00 pm - 2:00 pm – Beginners 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm - Adv Beginners/Intermediate

3:00 pm – 3:30 pm – Pre Swim / Adv Pre Swim 3:30 pm – 4:00 pm – Babies with Parents

Limit: 25 participants

Resident Fee: $45 Non-Resident Fee: $ 55

Pre-registration required. Swimming skills and safety in the water for all ages. Participants must be of age before class begins.

o Babies with Parents: Parent or guardian must participate with child under age 4. Pediatrician permission required for babies 0-6 months.

o Pre-Swim: For ages 4-5 who do not have previous instructional experience.

o Advanced Pre-Swim: For ages 4-5 who can float front and back by him/herself and who is comfortable in deep water. o Beginners: Ages 6 & up who do not have previous American Red Cross training.

o Advanced Beginners/Intermediates/Swimmers: For ages 6-17 who have passed the previous American Red Cross level.

o Adult Learn to Swim: Individual adult instruction

o Lifeguard Certification: (Offered in Spring Brochure ONLY) Ages 15 and up. Must pass swimming pre-test first

night, attend ALL classes, pass test at end. Books purchased at an additional cost. Call 724-832-8771 for details.

o Water Safety Instructor: Ages 16 and up. Life guarding not required. Possible job placement. No fee required. Instructors are required to attend a FIT class. Books purchased at an additional cost. Call 724-832-8771 for details.

DID YOU KNOW THAT ------- By engaging in some of the many recreation pursuits that are conducive to social interaction, children and adults are more likely to make friends and develop closer, lasting friendships.

Adult Aquatics (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23)

Water Safety Instructor Call the Recreation Office at 724-836-7900 to register. Life guarding not required. Possible job placement. Must attend a FIT class. Books purchased at an additional cost.

FIT Class Tues, Sept 21, 5:00-9:00 pm

Times Sunday, 12:00 Noon – 4:00 pm (10 weeks) September 26 – December 5 (no Nov 28) Fee: None required

Water Aerobics (Ages 15 & up)

Self paced water exercise. Swimming skills not required. Impact free. Held at Hempfield High School swimming pool.

Time: Friday, 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm (5 weeks) November 5 to December 17 (No instruction Nov 26) Resident Fee: $ 22 Non-Resident Fee: $ 32 Limit: 25 participants

Adult Learn to Swim

(Ages 15 & up)

Adult instruction. Held at Hempfield High School swimming pool.

Time: Friday, 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm (5 weeks) November 5 to December 17 (No instruction Nov 26) Resident Fee: $ 22 Non-Resident Fee: $ 32 Limit: 25 participants

REGISTER BY DATE If your class does not meet the minimum enrollment it may be canceled and/or combined with other classes. All registered participants will be notified by phone of changes. Class rosters are prepared and given to instructors. Registrations after rosters are given to instructors will be accepted only if openings exist and transactions must completed IN-PERSON as you will receive a receipt to take to your first session for proof of registration.

Pre-School Activities (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23)

MESSAGE TO PARENTS For all programs the age requirement will be as of the date of the first class. Please do not request or sign your child up in a class he/she does not belong in. If you should do so and we discover the error, it may be too late to get your child in the correct class because it may already be full. All age requirements are set to benefit the children and make instruction more consistent for the program leader. In some instances, the requirements have been set for your child’s’ safety.

Fun for One (Age 1)

Come and spend some social and recreational time with your child. Our program consists of movement, tumbling, interaction and playtime. Parent/guardian participation required.

Instructor: Connie Madarish Location: Hempfield Township Municipal Building MPR Times: Wednesday, 6:00-6:45 pm Ages 12-24 months (8 weeks) September 22 to November 10

OR Times: Friday, 10:00-10:45 am Ages 12-18 months Friday, 11:00-11:45 am Ages 18-24 months

(8 weeks) September 24 to November 12 Resident Fee: $ 35 Non-Resident Fee: $ 45 Limit: 16 participants per class

Terrific Twos

(Ages 2-3) This toddler play group includes various activities such as games, music, crafts, movement and storytelling for fun & interaction. Parent/guardian participation required.

Instructor: Connie Madarish Location: Hempfield Township Municipal Building MPR Times: Tuesday, 6:00-7:00 pm Ages 2-3

(8 weeks) September 21 to November 9 OR

Times: Friday, 12:00 Noon-1:00 pm Ages 2-3 Friday, 1:15-2:15 pm Ages 2-3

(8 weeks) September 24 to November 12 Resident Fee: $ 35 Non-Resident Fee: $ 45 Limit: 16 participants per class

Tumbling Tots (Ages 3-6)

Does your child have endless energy? Come and join the fun of learning basic tumbling and balance beam skills. Wear leotard or loose T-shirt and shorts. Parent/guardian volunteers requested.

Instructor: Connie Madarish Location: Hempfield Township Municipal Building MPR Times: Monday, 6:00–7:00 pm (8 weeks) September 20 to November 8 Resident Fee: $ 35 Non-Resident Fee: $ 45 Limit: 16 participants per class

Pre-School Activities Cont. (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23)

Gamezone with Coach Connie (Ages 3-5)

Fun, games, sports and more highlight this mix of activities to engage kids and keep them active. Coach Connie’s high energy and enthusiasm is sure to attract kids of all ages in this active program. Must wear tennis shoes. Parent/guardian participation is required. Instructor: Connie Madarish Location: Hempfield Township Municipal Building MPR Times: Monday, 7:00–8:00 pm (8 weeks) September 20 to November 8 Resident Fee: $ 35

Non-Resident Fee: $ 45 Limit: 16 participants

Play Pals (Ages 2-3)

Activities include fine and gross motor skills, art, music, singing, finger play, spatial awareness and story time. Parent/guardian participation required.

Instructor: Lynn Lawrence Location: Hempfield Township Municipal Building MPR Times: Monday and Wednesday, 9:30-10:30 am (8 weeks) September 20 to November 10

OR Times: Tuesday and Thursday, 9:30-10:30 am (8 weeks) September 21 to November 18 (No class Nov 11)

Resident Fee: $ 59 Non-Resident Fee: $ 69

Limit: 16 participants per class

Get Ready! Get Set! GO! (Ages 4 & 5)

Take advantage of this program designed to prepare your child for the school setting with developmentally appropriate learning without the presence of his/her parent. Please bring a bag lunch to each class. Parent/guardian volunteers requested.

Instructor: Lynn Lawrence Location: Hempfield Township Municipal Building MPR Times: Monday, Wednesday, & Thursday, 10:45 am-12:45 pm (12 weeks) September 20 to December 15

(No class November 11 and 25) Resident Fee: $ 165

Non-Resident Fee: $ 175 Limit: 16 participants

FIND A MISTAKE ! ------- We know how some people like to find errors, so we included a few just for you !!

Children & Teen Activities (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23)

Tiny Tap & Ballet (Ages 4-7)

An introduction to tap and ballet. Your child will learn positions and movements to music. Tap and ballet shoes not necessary. Must wear leotard/loose fitting clothes.

Instructor: Janet’s School of Dance—Irwin Location: Fort Allen Elementary Gymnasium Time: Tuesday, 6:00-7:00 pm—Beginners (8 weeks) September 21 to November 9 Resident Fee: $ 35 Non-Resident Fee: $ 45 Limit: 16 participants per class

Karate Kids (Ages 6-16)

Develop coordination and discipline while learning the art of self-defense.

Instructor: TC Taekwon-Do Academy—Master Tim Copper Location: West Point Elementary School Gymnasium Times: Wednesday, 6:00-7:00 pm (8 Weeks) September 29 to November 17 Resident Fee: $ 35 Non-Resident Fee: $ 45 Limit: 45 participants

Youth Volleyball Skill Development (Ages 8 and up)

Learn to play volleyball in a fun, safe and supervised environment. Basic volleyball rules, skills and positions will be taught to be used in lead-up games.

Instructor: Lynn Cutway Location: Wendover Middle School Gymnasium Times: Tuesday, 6:00-7:00 pm (6 Weeks) September 21 to October 26 Resident Fee: $ 30 Non-Resident Fee: $ 40 Limit: 30 participants

Registration begins September 7—Don’t wait too long! At some point we must decide whether to cancel a program due to lack of enrollment.

Registering at the last minute may mean that the program you want has already been cancelled. Please register promptly. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. NO REGISTRATIONS ACCEPTED BY CHAPERONE, INSTRUCTORS OR COACHES.

Youth Sports (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23 unless separate registration forms are required)

Youth Basketball (Boys & Girls Ages 4-Grade 12) Registration begins Monday, October 11, 2010 at the Recreation Office. Separate registration

forms are required and will be available the week of September 27. Deadline for registration is October 22. Registration accepted after the deadline and up to team drafts will be put on a waiting list.

Winter Cheerleading for

Youth Basketball Program (Grades 3-6)

Registration begins Monday, November 1, 2010 at the Recreation Office. Separate registration forms are required and will be available the week of October 18. Deadline for registration is November 12. Registrations accepted after the deadline will be placed on a waiting list. Practices begin Wednesday, December 1.

Winter Youth Wrestling (Ages 7-14)

Registration begins Monday, October 25, 2010 at the Recreation Office. Separate registration forms are required and will be available the week of October 11. Hempfield Recreation Wrestling Team competes on Saturdays through March at various tournaments. Practices begin the week of November 15.

TopSoccer (Ages 8 & up)

Outreach program for physically or mentally disabled participants. Learn basic soccer skills and team concepts. Participants place on different teams each week for small sided games.

Coaches: Doug Englehart/Lisa Clark Location: Swede Hill/Leggett Soccer Field Time: Monday, 6:00 – 7:00 pm (6 weeks) September 20 to October 25 Resident Fee: $20 Non Resident Fee: $30

Limit: 20 participants

Sports League Registration Policy All players in league sports must register prior to the listed deadline. Players registering between the deadline and team drafts or first league games, whichever comes first, will be placed on a waiting list. NO registrations will be accepted after team draft or first league game.

Youth Sports (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23 unless separate registration forms are required)

Boys Lacrosse (Ages 6-12)

This program will focus on catching, passing, cradling, and field positions in the game. Emphasis and drills focusing on the fundamentals of boy’s lacrosse. No experience needed ! Non-contact. Stick and eye goggles provided. Players must provide mouth guard,

Instructor: Ken Orie Location: Hempfield Park (lower baseball field) Times: Monday and Friday, 5:30 pm - dusk (5 Weeks) September 20 to October 22 Resident Fee: $ 30 Non-Resident Fee: $ 40 Limit: 30 participants

Family and Friends Volleyball (Ages 12 and up)

Practice and develop game skills through pick-up games each night with your friends and family. * HEMPFIELD RESIDENTS ONLY.

Instructor: Lynn Cutway Location: Wendover Middle School Gymnasium Times: Tuesday, 7:00-8:00 pm (6 Weeks) September 21 to October 26 Resident Fee: $ 30 per group Limit: 8 groups—maximum 4 per group

* Registrant must be a Hempfield Resident. Family and Friends limited to maximum of 4 per group. Must sign in weekly with instructor.

FUNdamentals of Football (Grades 1-4)

Come out and have some fun and kick off the 2010 football season! This program will instruct the basics of football, peer interaction and fun! Parents are encouraged to participate. The program will consist of two groups, grades 1-2 and grades 3-4. Instructor: HTAC Staff

Location: Hempfield Township Athletic Complex Time: Tuesdays Grades 1-2 (6:00 - 6:45 pm) Grades 3-4 (7:00 – 7:45 pm) (6 weeks) September 21 to October 26 Resident Fee: $ 30 Non-Resident Fee: $ 40 Limit: 50 participants per age group

Adult/Senior Activities (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23)

Driver Theory Education (Ages 15 & up)

This course will instruct students on how to be a responsible, defensive driver as well as knowledge of PA regulations. The class instructor uses a variety of techniques to train drivers to adjust to today’s driving situations. Students will be issued a “driver education certificate” which is acceptable for insurance discount at the completion of the course. The course is offered through Sherid’s Driving School, a family owned business established in 1961. If you give them the keys to the car, give them the time to use them wisely. Private behind the wheel instructions available separate from this class.

Instructors: John W. Sherid, Owner

H. Renee Sherid, Instructor Location: Swede Hill Park Building Time: Monday, 6:00-9:00 pm (10 weeks) September 13 to November 15 Resident Fee: $ 100 Non-Resident Fee: $ 125

Adult Co-Ed Volleyball (Ages 15 & up)

Play volleyball for fun and exercise. Instructor: Lynn Cutway Location: Wendover Middle School Gymnasium Time: Monday, 7:00-9:00 pm (6 weeks) September 20 to November 1 (No October 18) Resident Fee: $ 35 Non-Resident Fee: $ 45 Limit: 30 participants

Ballroom Dancing (Ages 15 & up)

Develop confidence and style learning the basics, skills, and style steps in Ballroom and Social Dancing. Learn dances such as: East Coast Swing; Waltz; Foxtrot; Rumba; Cha Cha Cha; Polka; Tango; West Coast Swing; Hustle; Jitterbug; and a couple Party Line Dances. Classes taught by the area’s Premiere Professional Ballroom Dance couple, David and Amy Vint. Couples only. Instructor: David and Amy Vint

Location: Wendover Middle School Cafeteria Time: Thursday, 6:00-8:00 pm OR Thursday, 8:00-10:00 pm (8 weeks) September 23 to November 11 Resident Fee: $ 90 per couple Non-Resident Fee $ 107 per couple

Limit: 20 couples per class

Adult/Senior Activities Cont. (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23)

Yoga (Ages 18 thru Sr. Citizens)

Yoga is a completely systematized, yet simple, science of physical conditioning for more healthful living. The stretches and postures practiced in yoga are a natural way to reduce stress and tension, and gain strength and flexibility. Please bring exercise mat or throw rug to each class. Instructor: Penne Steiger

Location: Maxwell Elementary School Gymnasium Time: Monday, 6:30-7:45 pm Beginners/Intermediates (8 weeks) September 20 to November 15 (No October 18) OR

Time: Wednesday, 6:30-7:45 pm Beginners/Intermediates (8 weeks) September 22 to November 10

Resident Fee: $ 45 Non-Resident Fee: $ 55 Limit: 18 participants per class

One Hour Workout (Age 15 & up)

This workout welcomes women/men of all levels of fitness and will provide a total body workout each class. The workout will combine cardio, circuit training, body sculpting (weights optional) and core strengthening. This will be a fun workout designed to help you reach your fitness goals. Bring your own weights and mat.

Instructor: Debbi Willcock Location: West Point Elementary Gymnasium Time: Tuesday & Thursday, 6:30-7:30 pm (8 weeks) September 28 to December 2

(No October 12, November 9 and 25) Resident Fee: $ 45 Non-Resident Fee: $ 55 Limit: 40 participants

Jazzercise (Ages 18 & up)

When you love your workout, results come easy. That’s why Jazzercise blends aerobics, yoga, Pilates, and kickboxing movements into fun dance routines set to fresh new music. All fitness levels are welcome. Bring your own mats. Weights optional.

Instructor: Kathleen Marks

Location: West Hempfield Elementary Gymnasium Time: Wednesday, 6:30-7:30 pm (6 weeks) September 29 to November 3 Resident Fee: $ 30 Non-Resident Fee: $ 40 Limit: 40 participants

Registration begins September 7—Don’t wait too long! At some point we must decide whether to cancel a program due to lack of enrollment.

Registering at the last minute may mean that the program you want has already been cancelled. Please register promptly. PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED. NO REGISTRATIONS ACCEPTED BY CHAPERONE, INSTRUCTORS OR COACHES.

Adult/Senior Activities Cont.(Registration forms on pages 22 & 23)

Zumba® Fitness (Ages 12 & up)

Do you like to have fun? Dance? Work at your own fitness level? Listen to great music? Zumba fitness’s Latin-inspired, calorie burning, feel-it-to the core dance-fitness party that leaves you feeling energized and exhilarated throughout your day! Have you been thinking about trying Zumba but feel a little intimidated? This is the place for you. Make this year the year to commit to party more and get in better shape.

Check out our website: www.danceamorfitness.com We’re waiting for you.

Instructors: Dance Amor Fitness Location: Hempfield Township Athletic Complex Time: Tuesday, 7:00–8:00 pm (6 weeks) September 21 to October 26 OR (6 weeks) Thursday, 7:00–8:00 pm September 23 to October 28 Resident Fee: $ 30 Non-Resident Fee: $ 40 Limit: None Sign up for both Tuesday and Thursday classes and receive $5. 00 off

Wake Up with Zumba (Ages 18 & up)

Spend your mornings with the dance Amor Fitness group. Zumba is a great way to start your day. Easy to follow dance instructions will help to energize you and is a fun way to get your daily exercise.

Instructor: Dance Amor Fitness Location: Hempfield Township Athletic Complex Time: Monday 9:30 – 10:30 am (6 Weeks) September 20 to October 25 OR Wednesday 9:30-10:30 am September 22 to October 27 Resident Fee: $ 30 Non-Resident Fee: $ 40 Limit: None Sign up for both Monday and Wednesday classes and receive $5. 00 off

REMINDER! Hempfield Parks and Recreation has a limited amount of program brochures that are bulk mailed to all residents. Please remember to hang on to your book, you may want to look at it again. Due to additional postage costs, we cannot accommodate all the requests to mail out brochures a second time to your home.

Adult/Senior Activities Cont. (Registration forms on pages 22 & 23)

Website---------Check out our website at www.hempfieldtwp.com

Computer Basics (Ages 15 & up) Seniors are welcomed.

This class is for those with no previous computer experience or little computer experience. Learn basic computer skills to help you get more use from your home PC. Students will use Microsoft Windows XP and Word XP to practice the skills learned. Instructor: Steve Jordan

Location: Hempfield High School Room 216 Time: Monday, 6:30-8:30 pm (6 weeks) September 20 to November 1 (No class October 18) Resident Fee: $ 35 Non-Resident Fee: $ 45 Limit: 20 participants

Advanced Computers (Ages 15 & up) Seniors are welcomed.

This class is for those that have completed a previous Hempfield Parks and Recreation Computer Class or have basic computer skills. Students will enhance their computer skills with a focus on using the internet and e-mail tools. Subjects covered will include protecting your computer from viruses and spy ware, sending and receiving e-mail and attachments, and the explanation of the basic prompts and messages you receive from your computer. Familiarity with keyboarding, using a mouse, and Windows are required.

Instructor: Steve Jordan Location: Hempfield High School Room 216 Time: Tuesday, 6:30-8:30 pm (6 weeks) September 21 to October 26 Resident Fee: $ 35 Non-Resident Fee: $ 45 Limit: 20 participants

SEARCHING FOR RECREATION VOLUNTEERS

(Ages 12 & older) If you are looking to fulfill some needed community service hours or just want to help out with recreational events, contact us at the Recreation Office today. Our volunteers will be working with children’s programs and special events such as Hempfield Fall Festival. This is your chance to gain valuable work experience as well as contribute to exciting events.

For further information and an application call 724-836-7900

DIRECTIONS TO SCHOOLS, PARKS, and MUNICIPAL BUILDING Bovard Elementary

Get on New Alexandria Road (Lynch Field) pass Sheetz on left, pass Lynch Field on right, go straight thru light, pass Swing Away Golf Driving Range on right, and make next right. Follow about 1/2 mile. School is on the left.

East Hempfield Elementary

Route 30 East to Pleasant Unity exit. Turn right onto Route 130 at traffic light. Make second right turn and then first left. Look for school signs.

Fort Allen Elementary Route 30 West to West Newton exit. Turn right at exit onto Route 136. Stay on Route 136 going past Shop and Save and 711 Store until third traffic light. Turn left at light. Entrance to school is about 1/4 mile on left.

Harrold Middle

Route 30 West to West Newton exit. Turn right at exit onto Route 136. Stay on Route 136 going past Shop and Save and 711 Store until you reach fourth traffic light. Turn left at this light into entrance to school.

Hempfield Area Senior High Same directions as Harrold Middle School. Turn right at light into school. School is across from Harrold’s Middle School.

Maxwell Elementary Main Street in Greensburg towards Delmont. Main Street becomes Route 66 North. Follow approximately 2 miles to traffic light by Shop & Save Supermarket. Turn right at light then make left on Old Salem Road and follow to school.

Stanwood Elementary Take Route 119 South through Youngwood towards New Stanton. Exit onto 66 toll road bypass. Take first exit onto Arona Road, at end of exit, make right at stop sign. Make left onto Arona Road. School is ½ mile on right side across from Vo-Tech.

Wendover Middle Take Route 30 East to Mt. Pleasant exit. At stop sign turn right. Continue past Pitt at Greensburg Campus. Bear left at fork in the road towards fairgrounds. Continue up winding hill past Poole’s Mushroom Farm on your left. At top of hill look for Wendover housing plan sign on red brick entrance. Turn left into housing plan. Bear left, go three stop signs and look for a blue Wendover Middle School sign. Turn left into school on Arthur Drive.

West Hempfield Elementary Follow Route 30 West towards Irwin. Make a left at the last light before the turnpike entrance (BP station). Continue to four way stop sign and turn right. School is about 1/2 mile down this road on the left side.

West Hempfield Middle Same directions as West Hempfield Elementary School. Take Wendel Road past West Hempfield Elementary School and bear left into the housing plan. Turn left onto Northumberland Road and follow to school.

West Point Elementary Follow same directions for Wendover Middle School until you get to Wendover School. Go thru stop sign. Turn next right onto Salisbury Drive. School is at the end of the street.

Hempfield Park/Hempfield Township Athletic Facility From Downtown Greensburg: Take Rt. 66 N (Main St.) go thru traffic light at Shop ‘N Save. Continue about 2 miles, turn right just past N. Hempfield Fire Department onto old Rt.66. Take the first right onto Forbes Road, go up steep hill. Park is on the right. Use main entrance parking lot near the flagpole or parking lots near tennis courts and sports field complex.

Swede Hill Park (Leggett Field) Follow Route 119S to the traffic signal at Kings Restaurant. Turn RIGHT and follow Willow Crossing Road up the hill and through an ‘S’ curve. Swede Hill Park will be on your right.

Hempfield Township Municipal Building (Recreation Office) Take Rt. 30W to West Newton exit. Bear right onto Rt. 136. Go approximately 2 miles to the first traffic light. Make left onto Woodward Drive. (be careful first left is one way road). Municipal Building is second building on right.

REGISTRATION INFORMATION

Please register PROMPTLY ! Classes are limited and registration is taken first come, first served. If a class does not have sufficient registration by 3 working days prior to the start of the class, the class will be cancelled.

Residency Hempfield Parks & Recreation serves the Hempfield Area School District. Adamsburg, Hunker, Manor, New Stanton, and Youngwood are residents of Boroughs within the Hempfield Area School District

Resident Registration Walk-in registration for Hempfield School District residents begins Tuesday, September 7, 2010 (8:00 am to 4 pm).

Non- Residents Registration Non-Residents may register beginning Tuesday, September 14, 2010, space-permitting. Non-Resident fees are listed under each activity.

Complete Registration Form Fill out registration form completely and accurately. Persons MUST register PRIOR to participation in ANY program. Registrations and fees cannot be handled at the sites by instructor, coaches, or staff members.

Payment Methods Registration is not accepted without payment of fees. Do not mail cash. Make checks payable to: HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP. MasterCard/Discover/Visa credit cards are accepted by fax, in person, or by mail by completing the required information on the registration form. Debit cards in person only. No phone-in registration.

Class Cancellations Programs held in Hempfield Area School District facilities are cancelled on October 18, November 25, 26, 29 and whenever schools are closed. If schools are closed, classes in the township building will still be held, unless you are notified otherwise. Programs held in the Hempfield Township Municipal Building and Athletic Complex are cancelled on November 11 and November 25, 26. (unless otherwise indicated)

Financial Assistance Reduced and/or waived fees are available for low income families and will be reviewed on an individual basis. Contact the Recreation Office.

Accessibility Every reasonable effort will be made to accommodate physically and mentally handicapped individuals. Please call the Recreation Office to request accommodations.

Confirmation Your receipt is your confirmation. Hempfield Parks & Recreation reserves the right to make any late changes in the program. You will be contacted before the class begins ONLY if there is a change or problem. If there is a “W” on your receipt, you are currently on the “wait list”.

Waiting List If a class is full, you may register and PAY to be placed on a waiting list. You will be notified, if an opening occurs. If no opening occurs or a new class is not scheduled, a full refund will be issued. DO NOT ATTEND the class unless you are notified that you have filled an available space.

Refund Policy Hempfield Parks & Recreation reserves the right to cancel programs due to insufficient registration. A full refund will be issued. No refunds given due to inclement weather unless the class is cancelled and not rescheduled. No refund for sports leagues after drafts or inclement weather - - Every effort will be made to re- schedule.

Upon request, a 90% refund will be issued before the program begins.

Upon request, a 75% refund will be issued between the first and second classes held.

Upon request, a 50% refund will be issued between the second and third classes held

If a refund is applicable, a written explanation from your medical physician must be submitted for refund requested due to illness or injury.

------------------------------------------ Upon request, a 90% refund will be issued for

field trips and special events before the registration deadline. No refunds will be issued after the registration deadline.

Refund checks are mailed within 2 weeks of the request.

Lost or Stolen Items Hempfield Parks & Recreation is not responsible for personal items that are lost or stolen during participation in our activities. However, please contact our office concerning lost items as many times they are turned in by others.

HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP ATHLETIC COMPLEX (located at Hempfield Park)

OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! For info contact Patrick Karnash, Facility Manager 724-219-3963 or pkarnash@hempfieldtwp.org

Office Hours: Monday thru Friday – 8:00 am to 5:00 pm

BUSINESS HOURS: Monday thru Friday 10:00 am to 10:00 pm Saturday 9:00 am to 10:00 pm Sunday 12:00 noon to 7:00 pm * All times are subject to change without notice.

RENTAL FEES: (no half court rentals) $ 40/hr. per court Monday thru Friday

$ 45/hr. per court Saturday and Sunday

8 to 12 HOUR DAY RENTALS: $ 400 first court $ 200 additional court

BIRTHDAY PARTIES: $ 10/child (minimum 10 children) $ 50 deposit required Use of one full size court, basketballs, soccer balls, volleyballs and lobby area. Catering and decorations not provided.

OPEN COURT TIME: $ 2/person (shoot around during non-scheduled activities)

Call in advance for open times. No large groups or teams.

Walk for Your Health Club (Walkers Wanted – All Ages Welcome)

Do you enjoy a healthy lifestyle? Is walking more than just a way of getting from one place to another? If so, stop in to the Hempfield Township Athletic Complex and sign up for the Walk For Your Health Club. One lap around the indoor two lane track equals approximately 1/10 mile. Building will be open as early as 8:00 am. FREE TO ALL WALKERS!

ATTENTION: Senior Citizens Do you have spare time on your hands?

Consider volunteering a few hours at Hempfield Township Athletic Complex ! Call Patrick Karnash at 724- 21 9- 3963

HEMPFIELD PARKS & RECREATION 1132 Woodward Drive, Suite B

Greensburg, PA 15601 Phone: 724-836-7900 or Fax: 724-836-7708

Registration Form Please fill out entirely for our records, detach and submit with payment

MUST BE PRE- REGISTERED ! REGISTRATIONS NOT ACCEPTED BY INSTRUCTORS !

Participant Name ___________________________________________________ Circle: Resident Non-Resident Parent/Guardian Name _____________________________________________________________________________ Address _______________________________________________City________________State ____ Zip _________ e-mail address (print legibly)________________________________________________________________________ Work/Cell Phone_________________________________X_________ Home Phone ____________________________

School________________________________________ Grade_________ Sex ______Birth Date_________________

Name of Activity__________________________________________________Fee $_______________

Location__________________________________Days _____________Time __________Dates __________________

Name of Activity___________________________________________________Fee $_______________

Location__________________________________Days _____________Time __________Dates __________________

Parent/Guardian/Adult Participant Signature ____________________________________________ Date ___________

Medical Information Doctor’s Name_________________________________________________Phone______________________________ Emergency Contact______________________________________________Phone______________________________ Allergies/Medical Conditions_________________________________________________________________________ _______________________________________________________________________________________________

Payment Information

Total Amount Paid $__________________

Please circle one: Cash Check #____________ MasterCard Visa Discover

Make checks payable to: HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP

Name on Credit Card ________________________________________________ Card #_________________________________________Exp.Date: _________3 Security #’s (back of card)________

HEMPFIELD PARKS & RECREATION 1132 Woodward Drive, Suite B

Greensburg, PA 15601 Phone: 724-836-7900 or Fax: 724-836-7708

Registration Form Please fill out entirely for our records, detach and submit with payment

MUST BE PRE- REGISTERED ! REGISTRATIONS NOT ACCEPTED BY INSTRUCTORS !

Participant Name ___________________________________________________ Circle: Resident Non-Resident Parent/Guardian Name _____________________________________________________________________________ Address _______________________________________________City________________State ____ Zip _________ e-mail address (print legibly)________________________________________________________________________ Work/Cell Phone_________________________________X_________ Home Phone ____________________________

School________________________________________ Grade_________ Sex ______Birth Date_________________

Name of Activity__________________________________________________Fee $_______________

Location__________________________________Days _____________Time __________Dates __________________

Name of Activity___________________________________________________Fee $_______________

Location__________________________________Days _____________Time __________Dates __________________

Parent/Guardian/Adult Participant Signature ____________________________________________ Date ___________

Medical Information Doctor’s Name_________________________________________________Phone______________________________ Emergency Contact______________________________________________Phone______________________________ Allergies/Medical Conditions_________________________________________________________________________

Payment Information

Total Amount Paid $__________________

Please circle one: Cash Check #____________ MasterCard Visa Discover

Make checks payable to: HEMPFIELD TOWNSHIP

Name on Credit Card ________________________________________________ Card #_________________________________________Exp.Date: _________3 Security #’s (back of card)________