Citywide Activity Guide - Solon Police Department

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WINTER 2015 Cityof SOLON Citywide Activity Guide RECREATION... SENIORS... www.solonohio.org ARTS... City Directory City of Solon Mayor Susan A. Drucker Solon City Council Ward 1 - Richard A. Bell Ward 2 - Robert N. Pelunis Ward 3 - Jeffrey M. Pedicino Ward 4 - Marc R. Kotora Ward 5 - Nancy E. Meany Ward 6 - Edward H. Kraus, Vice Mayor Ward 7 - William I. Russo Dear Solon Resident: As another exciting season at the City of Solon approaches, I encourage you to register and participate in a wide variety of programming offered. This Citywide Activity Guide is a collaboration of all the city departments and it is my hope that you find it useful in bringing information to you on the various programs, events, and other city resources available. Arts Center (440) 337-1400 City Hall (440) 248-1155 Fire Station #1 (440) 349-6333 Fire Station #2 (440) 248-6939 Fire Station #3 (440) 337-1500 Grantwood (440) 248-4646 Police (440) 248-2932 Recreation (440) 248-5747 Senior Center (440) 349-6363 Service (440) 248-5834 The Solon Recreation Department continues to provide opportunities for our community to be physically active for many years. Our Solon Center for the Arts will offer entertainment for the whole family including the Solon Philharmonic, 4th Fridays, and productions by the Spotlight Youth Theatre to name a few. Explore the Website Flip through the online Citywide Activity Guide, search each department online, find city newsletters and information at www.solonohio.org Sincerely, Like us on Facebook Get notifictions regarding special events at Solon Center for the Arts and Solon Recreation. www.facebook.com/solonarts www.facebook.com/solonrec Follow us on Twitter Follow @CityofSolon to find out what’s happening right now. Gather your family, neighbors and friends and take advantage of some of the wonderful things our community has to offer. I know you will agree that Solon has something for everyone. Thank you for your support, and I look forward to seeing you around town! Susan A. Drucker Mayor The Solon Service Department, in conjunction with the Solon Civic Club, will be hosting Solon’s 2nd Annual America Recycles Day celebration. This family friendly event will be held on Saturday November 15th from 9 am to 3 pm at the Solon Community Center. Sign the recyclying pledge and enter a contest to receive FREE mulch or compost! America Recycles Day is a nationally recognized day to raise awareness on the importance of recycling. Solon Service Department and Solon Civic Club representatives will host educational sessions and displays, have games and activities for children, and present recycling facts and figures. Artwork by Solon’s 3rd graders, depicting how their family recycles at home, will be displayed. Used footwear of any kind will be collected for donation to Souls 4 Souls and Volunteers of America in Aurora. For more information on America Recycles Day, please check their web site at www.americarecyclesday.org or www.solonohio.org. Non-Discrimination Clause The City of Solon, Ohio does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disabled status in employment or the provision of services. For more information regarding compliance with the American With Disabilities Act of 1990, please call Peggy Weil Dorfman, ADA Coordinator, (440) 349-6327; TDD (440) 248-1176 1 rec blue ribbon seniors arts 3 4 4 5 6 7 9 10 10 11 12 13 15 17 Senior Center Activities Senior Events Act II Fitness Classes Distance Learning 21 22 23 23 24 SCA Summer Camp Preview Theater Classes and Productions Art Classes Dance Classes Afterschool Programs Specialty Classes Music Offerings 25 SCA Events 38 TABLE OF CONTENTS 4 17 21 25 38 Recreation Events Community Center Guidelines and Memberships Community Center Hours Recreation - Summer Camp Recreation - Rentals Recreation - Aquatics Recreation - Basketball Recreation - Fencing Recreation - Adult Activities Recreation - Soccer Recreation - Baseball Recreation - Activities Recreation - Fitness/Wellness Blue Ribbon 26 29 31 34 35 36 events www.solonohio.org 2 See the tree lit and then walk on over to SCA for refreshments, performances in the theater and pictures with Santa! A great way to kick off the holiday season! DAYS DATE TIME Wed. 11/26 7:00 pm LOCATION: SOLON CITY HALL & SCA FEE Free! Holiday Helper! Attention Parents! Don’t miss the opportunity to have the big guy come to your house. That’s right; you can surprise your little ones by having Santa knock on your door to deliver their special gift. Sign ups begin at the Community Center on November 15 with a limit of 35 households/stops. What you need to do: Purchase a present, wrap it in secret, and bring it into the Community Center and register. Tags from Santa will be provided at registration. All gifts must be shoebox size or smaller. You will be contacted by the Recreation Department with the approximate time that your visitors will be on your street. NO REQUESTS WILL BE HONORED FOR DELIVERY TIMES. DAYS DATE TIME FEE Sat. 12/6 TBD $15 per stop LOCATION: At your house REGISTRATION: November 15 - November 30 LIMIT: 35 households/stops 3 The Solon Civic Club will host its 40th Annual Lunch with Santa SATURDAY DECEMBER 6 11:00 am - 2:00 pm Solon Middle School, 6835 SOM Center Rd. Admission ticket includes children’s games, ‘make it and take it’ crafts, hand painting, balloon fun, and a pizza lunch. Kids can visit with Santa, Mrs. Claus, and Pocket Lady and enjoy a fun magic show. Kids don’t forget to bring your ‘wish list’ for Santa! PRESALE TICKETS ON SALE ON THE FOLLOWING DATES ONLY! Saturday, November 22 (10 am - 12 noon) Tuesday, November 25 and December 2 (6:30-8:30 pm) In the lobby of the Solon Community Center Tickets: $7.00 presale per person, $8.00 day of the event. Adults & children ages 2 and older must have a ticket. Children need to be accompanied by an adult. SOLON COMMUNITY CENTER SOLON COMMUNITY CENTER Membership Rates - Effective October 1, 2012 12-Month Community Center Memberships Solon Resident Glenwillow Resident Working in Solon Family Pass $395 $670 Adult (Ages 24-59) $265 $400 Couple (Married, no Kids) $330 $575 Senior (Ages 60+) $135 $245 Senior Couple (Both 60+) $235 $475 Young Adult (Ages 19-23) $110 $135 Youth/Child (Ages 7-18) $ 80 $135 Toddler (6 and Under) Free Free 6-Month Community Center Memberships Solon Resident Glenwillow Resident Working in Solon Family Pass $200 $340 Adult (Ages 24-59) $140 $200 Couple (Married, no Kids) $175 $295 Senior (Ages 60+) $ 70 $125 Senior Couple (Both 60+) $120 $245 Young Adult (Ages 19-23) $ 65 $ 75 Youth/Child (Ages 7-18) $ 50 $ 75 Toddler (6 and Under) Free Free 3-Month Community Center Memberships Solon Resident Glenwillow Resident Working in Solon Family Pass $110 $190 Adult (Ages 24-59) $ 80 $110 Couple (Married, no Kids) $ 95 $165 Senior (Ages 60+) $ 40 $ 70 Senior Couple (Both 60+) $ 70 $140 Young Adult (Ages 19-23) $ 40 $ 45 Youth/Child (Ages 7-18) $ 30 $ 40 Toddler (6 and Under) Free Free COMMUNITY CENTER HOURS (Indoor pool hours may not adhere to this schedule) Monday - Friday 5:30 am - 9:30 pm Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am - 6:00 pm RECREATION DEPARTMENT BUSINESS HOURS Monday - Friday 5:30 am - 7:00 pm Saturday & Sunday 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Please note the Community Center hours will be adjusted on the following days November 27: Closed in observance of Thanksgiving December 24: Closes at 1:00 pm December 25: Closes in observance of Christmas December 31: Closes at 1:00 pm January 1: www.solonohio.org Closed in observance of New Year’s Day 4 SOLON COMMUNITY CENTER SUMMER CAMPS The Solon Recreation Department offers two day camps that run in conjunction with one another. The Summer Camp is for pre-kindergarten to fourth grade (child must be 5 years old and no older than 12 on their first day of camp). The Adventure Camp is for current fifth and sixth grade students(child must be 12 years old or younger on their first day of camp). Camp consists of sports, swimming, activities, field trips and more! The schedules and activities are age-appropriate. A tentative calendar for 2015 will be available at the Solon Community Center or on-line after February 15. The Camper Handbook, calendar, and registration information will be posted at www.solonohio.org. If you have further questions, please call Tracy at (440) 248-5747. SUMMER AND ADVENTURE CAMP REGISTRATION March 7 – 14, 2015 **ONE WEEK ONLY!!** Registration Days and Times Saturday: 8:00 am - 3:00 pm Monday through Friday: 3:30 pm - 7:00 pm NO SUNDAY REGISTRATION! Registration Information Registration begins at the Solon Community Center on Saturday, March 7 at 8:00 am and ends on Saturday, March 14. There is a limit of 110 campers per session in Adventure Camp. Any child registered during this week for the K-4 Summer Camp is guaranteed a spot. Any child registered after March 14 will be placed on a waiting list.You will only be called if a spot becomes available. **Please note: registration is accepted for only ONE WEEK. Please plan accordingly** Session 1 Session 2 Session 3 Session 4 M-F M-F M-F M-F 6/8-6/19 6/22-7/3 7/6-7/17 7/20-7/31 9 am - 3 pm 9 am - 3 pm 9 am - 3 pm 9 am - 3 pm Camp Fees Summer Camp: $265.00 per child/session Adventure Camp: $290.00 per child/session Bus Fee: $35.00 per session for the first child, $30.00 per session each additional child. A $20.00 discount will be applied for the second through the fourth child for Sessions 1-4. Extended Care: $3.00 per child/hour Extended care is offered from 7:00 am to 9:00 am and 3:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Summer Camp Counselor The Recreation Department is looking for people interested in becoming summer camp counselors. Applicants must be at least 16 years of age by June 8, 2015 and want to work with children and peers. All applicants under the age of 18 must provide a work permit from the Solon High School office once hired. CPR, FIRST AID & AED certification is required by the first day of camp. The Recreation Department will provide a select number of classes for these certifications. All applications must be submitted between November 1, 2014 and January 31, 2015. Please submit your application online at www. solonohio.org (under Job Postings in the Human Resources Department). If you have any questions about this position, call Tracy Sullivan at the Recreation Department, (440) 248-5747. 5 SOLON COMMUNITY CENTER BANQUET HALL AND MEETING ROOM RENTALS Whether planning an important business meeting, family party, wedding reception, Bar/Bat Mitzvah, First Communion, birthday party, baby or bridal shower, the Solon Community Center is the ideal location. Conveniently and centrally located, the Solon Community Center is reasonably priced and is geared for a variety of personal and business functions. The community center features three meeting rooms along a large banquet hall and a fully equipped catering kitchen. Parties being held on Friday and Saturday must conclude by 12:00 am. Functions being held Sunday through Thursday must conclude by 11:00 pm. Banquet Hall The banquet hall can be rented as one large room to accommodate up to 240 people based on set-up, or it can be separated into three separate rooms. Each individual banquet room can accommodate up to 75 people based on set-up. The banquet hall opens to a beautiful terrace, which is ideal for cocktails, dining alfresco or just for conversation. All three banquet rooms have drop-down ceiling screens for audio-visual presentations and come equipped with a PA system and internet service. Audio-visual equipment is available for groups to rent. The Solon Community Center provides tables and chairs and the renter is responsible for all event decorations. Renters must complete a Rental Contract and provide a $300 refundable security deposit when booking a room. Upon conclusion, the renter will receive a security deposit refund unless damage has been caused. The Solon Community Center allows renters to use the caterer of their choice. Alcohol is permitted at functions. If alcohol is being served or if a party takes place on Friday, Saturday or Sunday nights, then a security officer must be present. The Recreation Department will secure the officer from the Solon Police Department, and the renter is responsible to pay the officer at the conclusion of the function. (The hourly rate is set and is subject to change by the Solon Police Department.) Banquet Facility Rental Rates Prices are subject to change. Friday, Sunday and Holiday Rates: Service Group Private Group Full Banquet Hall $120.00/Hour $170.00/Hour One-Third (One Part) of Banquet Hall $55.00/Hour $75.00/Hour Monday - Thursday Rates: Service Group Private Group Full Banquet Hall $85.00/Hour $100.00/Hour One-Third (One Part) of Banquet Hall $45.00/Hour $50.00/Hour Saturday Rate: There is a minimum charge of $1,175 for Saturday rentals. The banquet hall will be available as of 1:00 pm and is not separated. If a renter would like to rent the lobby area of the Community Center for a party from 6:30 pm-8:00 pm, there is an additional charge of $225.00, for a total rental fee of $1,400. Meeting Rooms There are two meeting rooms that are ideal for groups ranging in size from 20 to 65 based on the requested set-up. Each separate room features Internet access, a dry erase board and kitchen access. Meeting Room A also features a pull-down ceiling screen for audio-visual presentations. Audio-visual equipment is available for groups to rent. The Solon Community Center provides tables and chairs, while the renter is responsible for all event decorations. The Solon Community Center allows renters to use the caterer of their choice. Alcohol is permitted at functions. If alcohol is being served or if a party takes place on Friday, Saturday or Sunday nights, then a security officer must be present. The Solon Recreation Department will secure the officer from the Solon Police Department, and the renter is responsible to pay the officer at the conclusion of the function. (The hourly rate is set and is subject to change by the Solon Police Department.) Meeting Room Rental Rates Prices are subject to change. Room: Service Group Private Group Meeting Rooms A & B (Combined) $45.00/Hour $60.00/Hour Meeting Room A $25.00/Hour $35.00/Hour Meeting Room B $20.00/Hour $25.00/Hour Youth Lounge The Youth Lounge is ideal for small meetings or parties of groups up to 30 people. Even though this room is not directly connected to the banquet kitchen, renters have access to the kitchen if necessary. This room has a flat rental rate of $45.00 per hour. For additional banquet hall, meeting room or youth lounge information, facility availability or to schedule a function, please contact E. David Peleg ([email protected]) via e-mail or by calling (440) 248-5747. www.solonohio.org SOLON COMMUNITY CENTER AQUATICS DJ at the Pool Looking for something to do on Martin Luther King Jr. Day? Come start the short school week off right! January 19 there is no school, so let’s have some fun! The Solon Community Center will provide the music all you need to do is show up. Monday, January 19 12 - 3 pm SCC Indoor Pool FREE! to all members, guests pay the normal facility admission. Open Swim *Please note new times this school year* DAY TIME Mon-Thurs 3:30 - 4:30 pm 6:30 - 8 pm Fri 3:30 - 8 pm Sat 12 - 5:30 pm Sun 12 - 5:30 pm * On weekdays, when there are no swim lessons scheduled, the pool will open at 3:30 pm. Adult Lap Swim DAY Mon - Fri Sat & Sun TIME 5:30 am - 9 pm 8:00 am - 5:30 pm Adult & Toddler DAY Mon, Wed & Fri Tue & Thur TIME 10:00 am - 12:00 pm 11:00 am - 1:00 pm * Toddler Swim will be cancelled on days that the Solon Schools are scheduled to be closed. However, Toddler Swim will be held on snow days. Child must be accompanied in the water by an adult. The Play Feature will be turned on at the last ½ hour of toddler swim. 7 American Red Cross Lifeguard Certification The Solon Recreation Department is offering the American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Course. This version contains the latest science in First Aid, CPR for the PR, AED, emergency cardiovascular care (ECC), rescue skills and safety protocols. This improved course will help potential lifeguards to concentrate on the basic skills and rescue situations that are most likely to occur on the job. As a pre-requisite the participants must be able to swim 12 lengths of the pool efficiently and be able to submerge to a depth of 12 feet. Registration is currently taking place at the SCC. ATTENDANCE AT ALL CLASSES IS MANDATORY DAY DATE TIME Sun 1/4 3:00 - 6:00 pm Sun 1/11 12:00 - 6:00 pm Sun 1/18 12:00 - 6:00 pm Sun 1/25 CPR PR 9:00 am-5:00 pm Sun 2/1 12:00 - 6:00 pm Sun 2/8 test day 3:00 - 6:00 pm AGES: 15 years old or older by the last class LOCATION: SHS Pool FEE: $185 Solon Residents and Solon Community Center Members $240 Non-Residents REGISTRATION: Begins October 1 Solon Recreation Fall Learn To Swim Registration DAY DATE TIME Sat 11/15 8:00 am - 11:00 pm Mon 11/17 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm LOCATION: Solon Community Center If you are not sure what swim level your child should be in, please come to the pool for an evaluation. Swim Evaluation Days: DAY DATE TIME Thurs 11/13 4:00 pm - 6:00 pm Fri 11/14 5:30 pm - 7:00 pm Additional registration information will be available online at www.solonohio.org on Nov 3. SOLON COMMUNITY CENTER AQUATICS Winter / Spring Water Exercise Classes August 18, 2014 – June 3, 2015 DAY CLASS INSTRUCTOR TIME LOCATION MON. Water Jogging Paula 8:30 am @ SCC starts 8/18/14 Silver Splashes Paula 9:30 am @SCC starts 8/18/14 Watercise Lynn 10:20 am @SCC starts 8/18/14 Water Jogging Paula 8:00 pm @SCC starts 8/18/14 TUES. Watercise Lynn 9:00 am @SCC starts 8/19/14 WED. Water Jogging Paula 8:30 am @SCC starts 8/20/14 Silver Splashes Paula 9:30 am @SCC starts 8/20/14 Watercise Lynn 10:20 am @SCC starts 8/20/14 Water Jogging Paula 8:00 pm @SCC starts 8/20/14 THURS. Watercise Lynn 9:00 am @SCC starts 8/21/14 Breakfast Club after FRI. Water Jogging Paula 8:30 am @SCC starts 8/22/14 Silver Splashes Paula 9:30 am @SCC starts 8/22/14 SAT. Watercise Lynn 8:45 am @SCC starts 8/23/14 SUN. Water Jogging Paula 11:15 am @SCC starts 8/24/14 SCC = Solon Community Center Indoor Pool MOVIE BY THE POOL The Solon Community Center invites all our members and guests visiting the center on Tuesday, December 30 to join us as we show the movie “FROZEN” in the pool area. Princess Anna along with Kristoff and his reindeer Sven set off on a journey to find Anna’s older sister, Elsa, whose icy powers have trapped their kingdom in eternal winter. They encounter extreme cold conditions and a hilarious snowman named Olaff, as they hurry to save the kingdom.The movie will start as close to 6:00 pm as possible. We will have a coloring table set up for those that do not want to swim. Bring your suits and sit in the pool. Regular pool programming will end at 6:00 pm. FROZEN will be shown for all Solon Community Center Members and Guests on December 30 at 6:00 pm at the SCC Indoor Pool. This event is FREE to all members. Guests pay the normal facility admission. www.solonohio.org 8 YOUTH SPORTS BASKETBALL Solon Little Hoop Stars Basketball Program Pee Wee Basketball Minor and Majors Girls Basketball GRADES 1 - 2 This instructional program focuses on the basic skills and terminology of the game. This program also offers the opportunity to play some organized games after a couple weeks of drills and instruction. 1st and 2nd graders will be separated. When registering sign up for 9 am, 10 am or 11 am. DAY DATE FEE Sat. 1/10-2/14 $50 GRADES 3 - 8 New for this year, we will be playing with neighboring communities. Girls in grades 3-5 will be in the Minors and girls in grades 5-7 will be in the Majors. All players will go through an evaluation and draft. Players will be evaluated on November 18 at the Community Center. Minors will be held at 6:00 pm and Majors will be at 7:15 pm. DAYS DATE TIME FEE M-Th 11/18-3/14/15 6 - 9 pm $70* Sat 10 am - 5 pm Grades 3 - 5 Minors Grades 6 - 8 Minors TIMES: 9-9:45 am, 10-10:45 am, 11-11:45 am LOCATION: Solon Community Center REGISTRATION: Now MAXIMUM: 45 kids per session Minor and Major Boys Basketball GRADES 3 - 6 There will be two separate leagues for boys in grades 3 and 4 (Minors) and grades 5 and 6 (Majors). Teams will be organized in both leagues after evaluation and draft. Minor evaluations will be held on Saturday, November 15 at 9:00 am and Major evaluations will be held Saturday, November 15 at 10:30 am at the Solon Community Center. These leagues are structured to encourage teamwork, to learn the game and to improve skills. DAYS DATE TIME FEE M-Th 11/15-3/14/15 6 - 9 pm $70* Sat 10 am - 5 pm Grades 3 - 4 Minors Grades 5 - 6 Majors LOCATION: Solon Middle School, Parkside, Arthur Road, SCC FEE: $70 *$60 before November 7 REGISTRATION: Now OFFERED BY and SOLON RECREATION PRESCHOOL - KINDERGARTEN Introductory basketball for boys and girls in Kindergarten and Pre-K (must be at least 4 years old). Children learn the basics of dribbling, passing, shooting and defense, utilizing fun drills designed to teach good fundamentals to such young children. Teams play a short scrimmage game at the end of each session. Middle School Boys Basketball League Coaching: All practices and instruction will be conducted by Jump Start Sports basketball staff coaches, but parents are welcome to assist in the coaching. One parent from each team will be designated as a Head Coach, but he or she will not be expected to plan or run the instruction. Jump Start Sports staff coaches will also supervise each game and/or scrimmage. GRADES 7 - 8 League evaluations will be held Sunday, November 16 at 12:00 pm at the Community Center. The league will end in early March. Volunteer coaches needed for this league. DAY DATE TIME FEE Sun 11/16-3/15/15 11 - 5 pm $70* Note: All game play is for the purpose of instruction of team concepts. All players will be expected to display good sportsmanship at all times. All spectators will be expected to root for all players on both teams. DAY DATE TIME FEE Sat 1/17-2/21 12:15 - 3:15 pm $85* DAYS: some Wednesday practices due to number of teams in league LOCATION: Solon Community Center, Parkside Elementary FEE: $70 REGISTRATION: Now NO CLASS: November 29 LOCATION: Community Center Gym FEE: $85 per session includes shirt & trophy *REGISTER ONLINE: www.JumpStartSports.com for $75 plus a nominal convenience fee MORE INFORMATION: Contact Rick Hart at (330) 656-0090 or e-mail RHart@ JumpStartSports.com. LOCATION: Solon Middle School, Parkside Elementary, Arthur Road, SCC and neighboring communities FEE: $70 *$60 before November 7 REGISTRATION: Now 6th Annual Solon Recreation Junior Cavaliers Day “Solon Recreation Youth Basketball will continue to be a part of the Jr. Cavaliers! Each registered participant will receive a Cavaliers ticket ($30 value) to a game to be determined. Additional tickets will be made available to family and friends at a discounted rate. Solon youth basketball participants will have the opportunity to shoot where the Cavs players shoot on the main floor among many other exciting activities planned for the night. See you at “The Q”. 9 SOLON COMMUNITY CENTER FENCING / ADULT ACTIVITIES Adult Open Volleyball Beginner Foil Fencing AGES 8 AND UP En Garde...Come and join Tom Nagy, the Head Coach of the ON TARGET Fencing Team, in learning the fundamentals and techniques of Foil Fencing. Boys and girls will learn the proper aspects of stretching, footwork, lunges, attack, strategy, tactics, bouting and parry-riposte. Foil fencing has a positive effect and improves eye hand coordination, agility, dexterity and stamina. Education, safety and fun are key elements of the class. All equipment is provided. SESSION 1 II DAY Wed Wed DATE 11/5-12/17 1/14-2/18 TIME 6 - 7:30 pm 6 - 7:30 pm FEE: $65 per session NO LESSONS: November 26 LOCATION: Solon Community Center REGISTRATION: Session I through November 1, Session II through January 18 LIMIT: 6 Minimum/24 Maximum Intermediate Foil Fencing AGES 8 AND UP For boys and girls who have completed the Beginner Class, the 7th, 8th parries will be added with lateral and circular parries, offenses and penalties and referee training. Students will learn proper stretching, footwork, lunges, attack, strategy, tactics, bouting and parry-riposte. All equipment provided. SESSION DAY DATE TIME 1 Wed 11/5-12/17 7:30 - 9 pm II Wed 1/14-2/18 7:30 - 9 pm FEE: $65 NO LESSONS: November 26 LOCATION: Solon Community Center REGISTRATION: Session1 through November 1, Session II through January 18 LIMIT: 6 Minimum / 24 Maximum ADULTS 18 AND OVER Adult volleyball will be offered throughout the school year. Join us for a fun-filled night of action above the nets at the Orchard and Solon Middle School. SCC members are admitted free with a CC pass. Open volleyball will not be held when school is closed. DAY TIME FEE Wed 6:30 - 9 pm $3* FEE: $3 per sessions with ID DATES: Throughout the school year Adult Co-Ed Volleyball League ADULTS 18 AND OVER The Recreation Department’s Volleyball League is a co-ed program. Contact the Solon Recreation Department for a complete list of rules. Teams must register, pay team fees, and submit a complete roster at the SCC by December 29 to be placed on the schedule. Organizational meetings may be called before season begins to discuss league format or rule changes from previous seasons. DAY DATE TIME FEE Thurs 1/15-5/14 6 - 9 pm $20 LOCATION: Community Center Gym NO GAMES: April 2 and April 23 TIMES: 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm or 8:30 pm FEE: $125 per team (12 team maximum) Adult Open Hoops ADULTS 18 AND OVER Open adult basketball will again be offered during the school year. This program is open to all Solon residents and those players that either work in Solon or have graduated from Solon High School. Organized “pick-up” games will be played at the Orchard Middle School Gym. SCC members are admitted free with CC pass. Open hoops not held when school is closed. DAY TIME FEE Sat 9 - 11 am $5 DATES: Throughout the school year. FEE: $5 per session with identification. www.solonohio.org 10 SOLON COMMUNITY CENTER SOCCER Pee Wee Soccer AGES 3 - 5 Want to teach your kids the basics of soccer? Now is your chance. The Solon Recreation Department will be offering a Pee Wee Soccer Clinic. The program will introduce basic soccer skills in a fun-filled environment. Instructors will focus on footwork, dribbling, passing, and teamwork. The program director will be Dennis Weyn. DAY DATE TIME FEE Mon 2/2-3/16 1 - 2 pm $99 Mon 4/13-5/18 1 - 2 pm $99 Spring Soccer GRADES K - 8 NO PRACTICE: February 16 Hey kids - playing soccer is a lot of fun. Come and join the recreation department for LOCATION: Solon Community Center another fun-filled spring soccer season. The Solon Recreation Department will again be playing spring outdoor soccer at the Community Park. Games will begin in mid-April and Soccer Foot Skills Clinic run through end of May and will be played on Saturdays between 10 am and 7 pm. Due to GRADES K - 6 the increase in league size, games may be scheduled on weeknights. Keep up on your soccer skills during the off season with this excellent program. Divisions: Division K Kindergarten Co-ed *must turn 5 by 8/31 This six week training session will focus on Division I-G Grade 1-2 Girls developing soccer skills and techniques. All Division I-B Grade 1-2 Boys instructions will be introduced in a pos Division II-G Grade 3-5 Girls itive environment that will increase each Division II-B Grade 3-4 Boys player’s confidence. Please bring a ball to Division III-G Grade 6-8 Girls the first class. Questions, call Dennis Weyn Division III-B Grade 5-6 Boys at (440)567-9893. DAY DATE TIME FEE LOCATION: Solon Community Park FEE: $55 *$45 before March 8 Mon 2/2-3/16 4 - 5 pm $99 REGISTRATION: January 2-March 8 Mon 4/13-5/18 4 - 5 pm $99 PRACTICES: Begin early April NO PRACTICE: February 16 LOCATION: Solon Community Center Team Placement: Brothers or sisters that are in the same division will automatically be placed on the same team. Otherwise, no requests for team placement will be accepted. Teams will be formed after early registration and players may be placed on waiting lists if teams are full. Teams will be formed according to schools and geographic location depending on registration numbers. Teams may have split neighborhood teams depending on number of participants. 2015 Youth Baseball / Softball / Soccer Sponsorship Information The Solon Recreation Department will be taking sponsors for Youth Baseball/Softball/Soccer programs. The cost to sponsor a baseball/softball team is $275.00 and a soccer team is $225.00. Your sponsorship helps defray the costs for the children. With your sponsorship, we ask that you include the name that you would like to have on the back of your team’s uniform. Please do not hesitate to call with any questions. We greatly appreciate your support and the tremendous help you have been to our department in developing successful programs for the youth of Solon. 11 YOUTH SPORTS BASEBALL Youth Baseball / Softball GRADES KINDERGARTEN - 11 LEAGUE AGE/GRADE GAME DAYS T-Ball Kindergarten (coed) Mon, Wed, Fri *Must turn 5 by August 31 K Coach Pitch Kindergarten only Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat *No Pre K (coed) Pee Wee Grade 1-2 Boys Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat Minor Kid Pitch Grade 3-4 Boys Mon, Wed, Thurs, Fri, Sat Major Grade 5-6 Boys Monday - Saturday Pony Grade 7-8 Boys Monday - Saturday Division A Grade 1-2 Girls Tues, Thurs, Sat Division B Grade 3-4 Girls Tues, Thurs, Sat Division C Grade 5-6-7 Girls Mon, Wed, Fri, Sat High School Division Grade 8-9-10-11 Girls Sun Evenings EVALUATIONS Thursday, April 23 Saturday, April 18 6:15 - 7:15 pm Division C 8:30 - 10:00 am Majors 7:30 - 8:30 pm High School 10:15 - 11:15 am Minors 11:00 - 12:00 pm Pony REGISTRATION: January 2 - March 22 FEES: T-ball, K Coach Pitch, Pee Wee, Division A $60 *$50 before March 22 3rd grade, 4th grade, Major, Pony, Division B, C, High School: $65 *$55 before March 22 Solon Recreation 16 & Under Baseball FRESHMAN AND SOPHOMORES The Solon Recreation Department will be taking registration for 15 & 16 year old baseball teams for the summer. These teams will play neighboring communities in the greater Cleveland area. The league is called the Eastern Suburban Travel League. To be eligible for this program, you must be a freshman or sophomore in high school and cannot turn 17 before August 1st. Games will begin approximately June 1st. Sign up early. Spots are limited. Game Days: Tuesdays, Thursdays & Saturdays Fee: $110 *$100 before March 22 Registration: January 2-March 22 or until full Limit: 32 participants www.solonohio.org 12 RECREATION ACTIVITIES Progress With Chess GRADES 1 - 4 Many studies have shown that chess playing improves higher-level thinking skills such as memory, concentration and pattern recognition. No previous experience necessary - students start at their own level. Instructors will be provided by Progress With Chess, a non-profit organization which has initiated chess programs in over 50 Cleveland area schools and recreation centers. Students will learn basic rules and principles, tactical themes and checkmate patterns in a supportive setting. Sessions will include a healthy mixture of interactive lessons and supervised open play. Chess sets and written curriculum provided. DAY DATE TIME FEE Thurs 1/22-3/12 3:30 - 4:30 pm $80 Thurs 3/26-5/21 3:30 - 4:30 pm $80 NO CLASS: April 2 LOCATION: Solon Community Center REGISTRATION: Now Parent / Child Skating Lessons AGES 2 - 5 Do you want to get your kid moving? Bring them to the Chagrin Valley Roller Rink for a Parent & Tot class. This 6-week class for your 2-5 year old will teach the basics of skating while getting exercise. A parent/guardian must accompany each child on the rink each time. If you choose not to skate, please wear tennis shoes. Rental skates included in fee. If you have questions, call the CVRR at (440) 247-4224. Lessons will be cancelled if Kenston, Solon, Aurora or Orange schools are cancelled due to weather. SESSION DAY DATE TIME 2 Wed 11/5-12/17* 1:30-2:15 pm 3 Wed 1/7-2/11 1:30-2:15 pm 4 Wed 2/18-3/25 1:30-2:15 pm 5 Wed 4/8-5/13 1:30-2:15 pm FEE: $45 per session NO CLASS: November 26 LOCATION: Chagrin Valley Roller Rink REGISTRATION: At the SCC now until one week prior to the start of the session. Beginner Skating Lessons Blood Pressure Screenings AGES 12 and Up Come and get a gauge of your health when the Recreation Department and the Cleveland Clinic - Solon Family Medical Center offer FREE blood pressure screenings. DAY DATE TIME FEE Mon 11/17, 12/15, 6 - 8 pm FREE 1/19, 2/16, 3/16 LOCATION: Community Center Lobby 13 GRADES K - 5 This class is for kids Grades K-5, who want to learn how to roller-skate or roller-blade. The Chagrin Valley Roller Rink offers a 6-week program consisting of 5 classes that will teach you the basics and one party day where you can bring a friend for a minimal charge. Rental skates are included. Call the CVRR with questions at (440) 247-4224. Lessons will be cancelled if Kenston, Solon, Aurora or Orange schools are cancelled due to weather. SESSION DAY DATE TIME 2 Wed 11/5-12/17* 4:30-5:15 pm 3 Wed 1/7-2/11 4:30-5:15 pm 4 Wed 2/18-3/25 4:30-5:15 pm 5 Wed 4/8-5/13 4:30-5:15 pm FEE: $45 per session NO CLASS: November 26 LOCATION: Chagrin Valley Roller Rink REGISTRATION: At the SCC now until one week prior to the start of the session. Pre-school Open Gym 4 YEARS AND YOUNGER We are opening half of the Community Center Gym just for moms, dads, grandparents, caregivers etc. and tots. Bring your little ones to play on our equipment and mats. Let them run around in our house instead of yours! DAY DATE TIME Mon/Wed Now 10 am - 12 pm NO CLASS: 11/26, 12/22, 12/24, 12/29, 12/31, 1/19, 2/16, 3/30, 4/1, 4/6, 5/25 FEE: Free to members, non-members must pay daily drop-in fee Future Scientists GRADES K - 2 Future Scientists is a program where children question, challenge and examine their world with excitement and hands-on activities! Each class, students will experiment, analyze, predict and make a project emphasizing the topic. Taught by FUTURE SCIENTISTS trained and certified teachers. Class Topics Session 3 (1) Animal Genes & Heredity (2) Simple Machines (3) Rocky Rocks and Erupting Volcanoes (4) Moving Matter Class Topics Session 5 (1) Science in the Kitchen (2) Beautiful Bugs (3) Animating Animals (4) Communication Science. SESSION DAY DATE TIME 3 Mon 1/5-2/2* 3:30-4:15 pm 4 No Class Offered 5 Mon 4/20-5/11 3:30-4:15 pm FEE: $52 per session NO CLASS: January 19 LOCATION: SCC Banquet Area REGISTRATION: Now until one week prior to the start of the session LIMIT: Minimum 5 / 12 Maximum RECREATION ACTIVITIES Winter Break Fun Days GRADES K-4 AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM 2015-2016 Registration will be on Saturday, May 9, 2015 at the Solon Community Center. Registration will start at 8:00am and end when sessions are full. Information will be available in mid-April 2015. What are you doing over break? Why not spend a day or two with us? We’ll play at the center, watch movies, rock climb and go on field trips. 9:00 am drop off and 4:00 pm pick up will be at the Solon Community Center Banquet Rooms. Participants should come dressed to play in tennis shoes and socks. A small afternoon snack will be provided. Register for each day separately. Monday, Dec. 22: Macedonia Cinemark (bring packed lunch) $40 Tuesday, Dec. 23: Chuck E. Cheese’s (pizza lunch provided) $40 Monday, Dec. 29: Cleveland Metropark Zoo (bring packed lunch) $37 Tuesday, Dec. 30: Chagrin Valley Roller Rink (bring packed lunch) - $35 Friday, Jan. 2: Solon Freeway Lanes (pizza lunch provided) - $40 TIME: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm LOCATION: SCC Banquet Rooms REGISTRATION: Deadline is December 6 LIMITS: Minimum 25 / Maximum 40 Bricks 4 Kidz GRADES K - 6 Bricks 4 Kidz is offering an innovative educational program for elementary children at the Community Center!!! An exciting LEGO® adventure is happening, and you’re invited to join the adventure! Some sessions include a take-home custom mini-figure on the last day. Each session has a new topic. Topics may be the same for both age groups, but the lesson plans will vary according to age group. Join us for lots of high-impact learning and fun! Session 5: World of Super Heroes Join Bricks 4 Kidz for a class building Super Heroes with LEGO® bricks. Explore all the caped crusaders and discover their super Participants will build a new transportation powers. We will build Batman mobile, Spider-Man slinger, Incredible Hulk punchand building structure model. Then they er and many more SUPER Heroes out of will help fight Lord Business and the bad LEGO® bricks and using motorized Bricks Cop and protect the “Kragle”. They will 4 Kidz models. This class is not affiliated with design their own thrills and challenges. Motorized models maximize the action and Marvel Comics. the fun. SESSION DAY DATE Session 4: Mining and Crafting: AdSession 2: Remote Control Mania 2 Tues 11/11-12/2 venture into the World of Minecraft! Making it move is the name of the game 3 Tues 1/27-2/17 Minecraft is a game about creating anyat this exciting session! Kids will love to 4 Tues 2/24-3/17 thing you can imagine. Experience the see their creations in motion using Lego 5 Tues 5/5-5/26 wireless remote controls. Students will use world of Minecraft with LEGO® bricks! FEE: $40 per session fascinating and challenging LEGO® compo Kids will start by crafting their shelters, TIME: Grades K-2: 3:30-4:30 pm some mobs, critters and tools using nents to create dynamic vehicles, invenGrade 3-6: 4:30-5:30 pm LEGO® bricks. Students will face new tions, machines and more. LOCATION: SCC Meeting Rooms challenges each week building motorized REGISTRATION: Now until 1 week prior Session 3: Emmet’s World and Bricks 4 Kidz models and crafting key elto the start of class Transportation ements from the popular Minecraft game. LIMIT: Minimum 8 / Maximum 20 Become extraordinary and help save the This class is not affiliated with Minecraft.net. world at this exciting session! www.solonohio.org RECREATION WELLNESS SERVICES Need a personal trainer, dietitian or want to participate in a small group class to help you with your fitness goals? Check out the Wellness Services brochure and sign up with our team of experts to give you the tools you need to reach your goals. The Solon Community Center offers the following Wellness Services. WELLNESS SERVICES PRICE LIST Personal Training Single Session 5 Session Package Individual $45 $210 Couple(2) $35 each $160 each Group(3-5) $25 each $115 each 10 Session Package $390 $290 each $210 each 20 Session Package $680 $480 each $380 each *Packages include a FREE Fitness Assessment Fitness Assesment $45 *Free with the purchase of any Personal Training Package (not included in the price of a single session) Body Composition Assessment $20 Nutritional Consultation Single Session $45 3 Session Package $130 5 Session Package $210 *Packages include a FREE Medgem Metabolic Test Personal Training: Certified trainers will design a fitness program specific to your goals and needs. Whether just starting out or ready to take your program to an advanced level, personal training will help you achieve optimal health and performance. Fitness Assessment: This comprehensive assessment will evaluate cardiovascular endurance, blood pressure, muscular strength, flexibility, body composition and posture. Your Fitness Report will determine your baseline fitness and health status. Body Composition: Assessments for weight, height, circumference and skinfolds will be taken to determine your body mass index, waist to hip ratio and body fat percentage.Your report will provide recommendations and health risk appraisal information. Nutritional Consultation: Our registered dietitian will help you establish healthy eating patterns, nutritional assessments, calculation of calorie needed etc. while helping you reach your fitness goal. Metabolic Testing: Have your resting metabolic rate (RMR) accurately measured using the MedGem indirect calorimeter analyzer, and learn how to determine your caloric input. Medgem Metabolic Test $45 *Free with the purchase of any Nutritional Consultation Package (not included in the price of a single session) Combination Packages -Train and Trim Basic Package $255 3 personal training sessions + 3 nutritional consultations *Includes FREE Fitness Assessment and Medgem Metabolic Test Ultimate Package $395 5 personal training sessions + 5 nutritional consultations *Includes FREE Fitness Assessment and Medgem Metabolic Test Ultimate Assessment $85 Fitness Assessment +Medgem Metabolic Test For more info or to make an appointment call Jen Luca, Fitness Coordinator, (440)248-5747 ext. 2125. All appointments require a minimum of 24 hour notice for cancellation. Gift Certificates available. 15 ASK THE TRAINER Have a question about your fitness or nutrition goals? Ask your friendly Wellness Services Staff! Free assessments for blood pressure, body composition and flexibility are also offered. Stop by the Community Center lobby to talk to our Certified Personal Trainers and Dietitians during the times listed below. DATE TIME Wednesday, November 12 6 - 8 pm Sunday, November 23 9:30 - 11:30 am Thursday, December 4 8:30 - 10:30 am Saturday, December 13 9 - 11 am Wednesday, January 7 6 - 8 pm Sunday, January 18 9:30 - 11:30 am Wednesday, February 4 5:30 - 7:30 pm Saturday, February 28 8:30 - 10:30 am SOLON COMMUNITY CENTER WELLNESS SERVICES The Community Center offers Affordable Small Group Training Classes Call for class times and fees PilatesStick Training: An advanced Pilates format that adds resistance to the traditional Pilates mat exercises. Offered in a small group or individual training sessions, you will experience many of the traditional Pilates exercises with an innovative tool that simulates the traditional Pilates equipment. The 6th Annual Solon Community Indoor Triathlon Sunday, March 15 • 8:00 am-12:00 pm Stretch & Stability: Offers a method of movement to stretch, strengthen and balance the body with focused breathing patterns, led by an industry certified, experienced Pilates Instructor and Personal Trainer Indoor/Outdoor Boot Camp: Challenge your limits with a combination of strength, power, endurance, core and flexibility stations. Train with a military twist and never have another boring workout again! Level=Advanced (may not be suitable for individuals with medical limitations.) Fitness Machines: Unsure how to begin a basic strength training program? Want to make sure you are getting the most out of your workout? Let our trainers teach you how to use our Nautilus machines to improve strength of the muscles in your legs, chest, back, arms, abs/trunk. Experience the numerous benefits of increased strength. Level=All levels TRX Training: The TRX System is here and offers suspension full body training to build power, strength, flexbility, and balance - all with the use of a cutting-edge training tool of suspension straps. Change the way you train and make your body your machine! Level=Advanced Swim Technique: Improve your swim stroke and speed with this combination class of both technique instruction and fitness training. Individual feedback and drills will be recommended to improve stroke efficiency within the eight classes. Whether you are looking for personal performance enhancement or development of swim technique, our instructors will assist you in reaching your goals. Level - Intermediate to Advanced FITNESS ROOM ORIENTATION CLASSES For more information on any of these fitness programs, call (440)248-5747 ext. 2125 or stop by the Community Center to register! Together. Everyone. Achieves. More. Ready for the ultimate challenge? Become a triathlete in under an hour! All levels welcomed,from the novice to the seasoned competitor. SWIM. RIDE. STRIDE. Don’t want to do all three events? Make a TEAM of 3 family members or friends. Compete in all three events as an individual or team of 3: Swim 15 minutes • Bike 20 minutes Run 20 minutes Performance measured by distance covered in each leg of the race. Awards given to top performers! T-shirts and refreshments provided to all participants! Look for additional information and registration forms in February. Youth Fitness Certification Class: This FREE 90-minute class is designed to teach kids age 11 through 13 how to use the Fitness Room equipment safely and properly. The class is interactive, allowing kids to try the equipment with instruction on proper set up and technique. Exercise guidelines appropriate for this age group are also discussed. Certificates are issued upon completion of the class. Kids (ages 11-13) must complete this class prior to using any equipment in the fitness room and after completion must be accompanied by an adult at all times. Fitness Room Orientation Class: Need help learning how to use the fitness equip- ment? Sign up for this FREE class offered to give patrons ages 14 and up a basic introduction to the cardio and strength training equipment. The fitness staff will instruct you on exercise guidelines, proper technique and set up of machines, and basic equipment function. www.solonohio.org Need help preparing for this event or other triathlons? Our training staff will help get you ready with our Train for a Triathlon weekly training class, beginning in February. This 4 week training schedule will provide weekly workouts and training tips to help prepare for the indoor event in March and prepare for the summer outdoor race season. Stop by the fitness desk or call Jen Luca, 440248-5747, x2125 for more information. 16 The mission of the Solon Blue Ribbon Adapted Recreation Program is to provide high quality community based recreation and leisure activities for persons with developmental disabilities, enabling each to enhance his or her personal potential by sharing in the emotional, social, and physical benefits inherent in such community based activities. Blue Ribbon programs are open to non-Solon residents as well as residents. Register at the Solon Community Center between 6 am and 7:30 pm (weekdays) and 8 am and 5:30 pm (weekends) at 35000 Portz Parkway, Solon, Ohio 44139, or a mail in registration form can be found at the website: www.solonohio.org. Click on “Recreation” in the center of the screen, then the “Blue Ribbon Programming” tab, then the link to the “Blue Ribbon Registration Form”. Please allow enough time prior to registration deadline for mail-in registration. For more information, contact Linda Creviston at 440-337-1427 or [email protected]. In order to obtain the most up to date programming information, it is highly recommended to subscribe to the “Notify Me” Blue Ribbon Recreation Program email list. Just go to the www.solonohio.org website, scroll down to “Notify Me” in the center of the screen on the home page, type in your email address, click sign in, and click on the subscribe icon next to the Blue Ribbon Recreation Program and/or Blue Ribbon Volunteers. Like us at www.facebook/solonblueribbon. Go to: www.cuyahogabdd.org/ en-US/Social-Recreational-Activities.aspx, to access information regarding ALL recreation/social programs in the Cleveland area that provide activities for those with developmental disabilities. **All events are held at Solon Community Center, 35000 Portz Parkway, Solon unless indicated. Karaoke AGES 14 AND OVER Come sing, dance and be merry. Our amazing DJ, Denise Formica, will be serving up the best music jams and we’ll experience the awesome talents of our karaoke singers. A full dinner will be served. SESSION DAY DATE TIME 1 Fri 11/21 6:30 - 9 pm 2 Fri 2/6 6:30 - 9pm FEE: $10 LOCATION: Community Ctr. Banquet Rm. REGISTRATION: Through November 14 and January 30 LIMIT: Maximum 120 Cosmic Bowling AGES 14 AND OVER Bowl as many games as you can in a truly cosmic experience! Shoe rental and one slice of pizza included. SESSION DAY DATE TIME 1 Fri 11/28 5 - 7 pm 2 Fri 12/26 5 - 7 pm 3 Fri 2/27 5 - 7 pm FEE: $17 each session LOCATION: Solon Freeway Lanes, 33185 Bainbridge Road, Solon REGISTRATION: Through November 21, December 19 and February 20 LIMIT: Minimum 12 / Maximum 30 “Everyone Wins” Competitive Basketball League AGES 13 AND OVER The league will teach participants how to play an organized basketball game with emphasis on following rules, sportsmanship, being a good teammate and enjoying the game. The first two weeks, dedicated to teaching fundamentals and practicing game situations, will be critical to helping foster chemistry and teamwork between all participants, giving the group the feeling that they are part of a “team”. For games, we will bring in high school teams from around northeast Ohio. These groups will be given instruction to facilitate opportunities for our players to succeed in the game. The teams will be integrated to give our group the chance to play alongside and not against the visiting teams. DAY DATE TIME FEE Mon 11/24-1/5 7 - 8:30 pm $70 LOCATION: Community Center Gym REGISTRATION: Through November 10. Register online at www.empowersports. org. Call Tom Heines at (216) 308-2887 for more information. LIMIT: Maximum 20 Cinema Cruisers AGES 14 AND OVER Let’s catch a movie. Transportation to and from the Community Center provided. DAY DATE TIME Sat 12/6 1 - 4 pm (TBD) Sat 3/14 1 - 4 pm ( TBD) FEE: $3, plus bring along $6.75 for the movie and money for concessions. LOCATION: Solon Cinemas, (440) 248-6845 REGISTRATION: Through November 28, and March 6 LIMIT: Minimum 6 / Maximum 11 Lolly the Trolley & Dibella’s Subs AGES 16 AND OVER Come share a one hour Cleveland Sightseeing Tour. We’ll view the Flats, North Coast Harbor, Downtown Cleveland, the Warehouse District, Ohio City, the West Side Market and the Gateway Sports Complex. We will then stop at DiBella’s in Solon. Transportation provided. DAY DATE TIME Sat 12/13 11:15 am - 4 pm FEE: $13, plus bring $15 to cover DiBella’s LOCATION: Lolly the Trolley Station, 1790 Columbus Rd, Cleveland. (216) 771-4484 REGISTRATION: Through November 28 LIMIT: Minimum 6 / Maximum 11 BLUE RIBBON ADAPTED RECREATION Holiday Party AGES 14 AND OVER The outrageously fantastic Conklin Brothers Band will return for our entertainment and dancing enjoyment. HoneyBaked Ham will provide the dinner of smoked ham, smoked turkey and sides. DAY DATE TIME FEE Fri 12/19 6:30 - 9 pm $10 LOCATION: Community Ctr. Banquet Rm. REGISTRATION: Through December 12 LIMIT: Maximum 120 Lake Erie Monsters AGES 16 AND OVER Come cheer on the Lake Erie Monsters Professional Hockey team. There will be all kinds of fun and exciting action to see. Transportation to and from the community center. DAY DATE TIME Sat 1/3 5:30 - 10:30 pm FEE: $28, plus spending money for concessions/souvenirs LOCATION: The Q Arena, Cleveland REGISTRATION: Through December 19 LIMIT:Minimum 6 / Maximum 11 Cinema Sensation AGES 12 AND OVER Join us for a theater experience at the Community Center. Gourmet popcorn provided. DAY DATE TIME FEE Fri 1/9 6:30 - 8:30 pm $6 LOCATION: Community Ctr. Meeting Rm. REGISTRATION: Through January 2 LIMIT: Minimum 12 / Maximum 60 World of Books AGES 15 AND OVER Join Dr. Lisa Audet for an opportunity to enjoy shared readings, story writings, and the world of books. Each session will be customized to the levels of the participants so that they have the opportunity to expand their enjoyment of books in hand, on CDs, on the web (e-books) and to create an original story. Dr. Audet has 25 years of experience in the field of speech, language and behavior, with specialty in autism spectrum and related disorders. She is an Assistant Professor of Speech Pathology at Kent State and is the owner of Communication & Learning Consultation Services. Participants should bring books in any media format. Baking Up A Storm AGES 14 AND OVER You will bake and creatively decorate cupcakes, cookies and brownies to taste and take home. DAY DATE TIME Wed 1/14 6 - 7:30 pm Wed 2/11 6 - 7:30 pm Wed 3/11 6 - 7:30 pm FEE: $12 all 3 classes LOCATION: Community Center Kitchen REGISTRATION:Through January 2 LIMIT: Minimum 4 / Maximum 8 SESSION DAY DATE TIME 3 Mon 1/5-2/9 3:30 - 5 pm 4 Mon 2/16-3/16 3:30 - 5 pm 5 Mon 3/30-5/4 3:30 - 5 pm FEE: Sessions 3 and 5:$78, Session 4: $65. LOCATION: Community Ctr. Meeting Rm. REGISTRATION: Through December 26, February 6 and March 20 LIMIT: Maximum 10 YogaReach AGES 13 AND OVER The focus will be on abilities-not disabilities. This fun yoga class will help your body flow, teach you mindfulness, and will connect you with new friends.YogaReach has been a popular experience for a long time in Mayfield Village and we are pleased to be able to provide this opportunity. Try it - you’ll love your abilities! Instructor: Char Grossman, Therapeutic Yoga Specialist, Certified School Psychologist and YogaReach member (yoga-reach.org). Parent/caregiver/sibling may attend at no charge. SESSION DAY DATE TIME 5 Mon 1/12-2/16 6:30-7:30 pm 6 Mon 3/2-4/6 6:30-7:30 pm FEE: $64 LOCATION: Community Ctr. Meeting Rms. REGISTRATION:Through January 2 and February 20 LIMIT: Minimum 8 www.solonohio.org Crawford Auto Museum AGES 16 AND OVER Experience a guided tour of the Western Reserve Historical Society, witnessing a treasured collection of cars and planes. We will also visit exhibits focusing on the history of the Cleveland Browns, auto and aviation technologies, inventive leadership in the business world, and Chief Wahoo of the Cleveland Indians. Transportation will be provided to and from the Community Ctr. DAY DATE TIME FEE Sun 1/18 12 - 4 pm $14 LOCATION: Crawford Auto Museum, 10825 East Blvd. Cleveland (216) 721-5722 REGISTRATION: January 9 LIMIT: Minimum 6 / Maximum 11 18 Snowshoe Adventure Cross Country Skiing DAY DATE TIME FEE Fri 1/23 5:30 - 8:30 pm $8 LOCATION: Chapin Forest Reservation, Route 306, Kirtland REGISTRATION: Through January 9 LIMIT: Minimum 6 / Maximum 11 DAY Fri AGES 12 AND OVER Experience an easy way of hiking in the snow! Have some fun with your friends and Lake Metroparks staff, traversing Chapin Forest on illuminated trails. Wear your own outdoor winter boots. Instructions and snowshoes will be provided. Transportation will be provided from the Community Ctr. Sledding AGES 12 AND OVER Let’s slip, slide and soar down on a nearby slope, enjoying the snowfall that we’re sure to have! We will follow this favorite winter past time by sipping on a delightful cup of hot cocoa. If you have your own sled, bring it along. Transportation will be provided to and from the Solon Community Center. DAY DATE TIME FEE Sun 2/1 12 - 3 pm $4 LOCATION: Sledding hill, South Chagrin Reservation, Cleveland Metroparks REGISTRATION: Through January 23 LIMIT: Minimum 6 / Maximum 20 AGES 12 AND OVER What a great way to enjoy winter and exercise at the same time! We will experience night time skiing on lit trails throughout Chapin Forest. Lake Metroparks staff will provide all equipment and instruction. Transportation will be provided from the Community Ctr. West Side Market AGES 16 AND OVER Come browse and shop at the renowned West Side Market, known as one of Cleveland’s oldest and most popular community attractions. Bring along your grocery list. Transportation will be provided to and from the Solon Community Center. DAY DATE TIME FEE Sat 2/14 11 - 3:00 pm $3* FEE: Plus bring money for your groceries LOCATION: West Side Market, W 25th St., Cleveland REGISTRATION: Through January 30 LIMIT: Minimum 6 / Maximum 9 DATE 2/20 TIME FEE 5:30 - 8:30 pm $8 LOCATION: Chapin Forest Reservation, Rt. 306, Kirtland REGISTRATION: Through February 6 LIMIT: Minimum 6 / Maximum 11 Fun Fest ALL AGES It’s time again for the 12th annual FUN FEST for individuals with special needs, their families, friends and caregivers. Please join us at the St. Patrick’s Day themed Solon Community Center for a little bit of Irish music, games, air bouncers, bingo, D.J. dancing, family information center, and many other very special attractions of the evening. DAY DATE TIME FEE Sat 3/7 6:30-9 pm $3 in advance* FEE: $5 at the door (caregivers must have ticket) LOCATION: Solon Community Center Omnimax Theater & Dinner BLUE RIBBON SUMMER CAMP GRADE K - 12 Solon Schools and the Recreation Department jointly sponsor a six-week summer camp for students with developmental disabilities. The camp will provide service for students receiving Extended School Year (ESY) servcies and will also include a recreation component. Extended School Year eligibility and programming will be discussed by your child’s Individual Educational Plan (IEP) team. DAY DATE TIME FEE M-F 6/23-8/7 9 am - 2 pm $1100 LOCATION: Specific classrooms within Solon School District TBD. REGISTRATION: Through March 7 - packets available at the SCC after 1/1/15. LIMIT: Maximum 12 per elementary, middle and high school classroom. 19 AGES 16 AND OVER Enjoy the amazing IMAX experience in a whole new way. Movie is yet to be determined. We will then have an afternoon meal at Solon Applebee’s. Transportation will be provided from the Community Center. DAY DATE TIME FEE Sun 3/22 12:45 - 5:15 pm $14* FEE: Plus money for dinner at Applebee’s LOCATION: Great Lakes Science Center, 601 Erie Side Av. Cleveland (216) 621-2400 REGISTRATION: Through March 6 LIMIT: Minimum 6 / Maximum 11 GRANTWOOD GOLF COURSE Bocce Training & Competition REG ISTE O R N www .gra LINE A T ntw For ood mo g call re infor olf.com mat the (440 Pro Sh ion ) 24 8-46 op 46 AGES 14 AND OVER Coach Jillian Ricca and members of the Solon Italian Club will be paired with Blue Ribbon participants in bocce training and competition. Sessions are designed to teach the fundamentals of the sport, in training for the Area Special Olympic competition in Unified Doubles Bocce, where one teammate has a developmental disability and the other teammate does not. Registration in Ohio Special Olympics will be required. It is expected that anyone in training will compete with his/her partner on May 2nd in Wickliffe. TRAINING: DAY DATE Wed 3/18-4/29 COMPETITION: DAY DATE Sat 5/2 TIME 5:45 - 6:30 pm TIME 9 - 2 pm (TBD) FEE: $16 LOCATION: Community Center Bocce Courts or Gym, weather dependent REGISTRATION: Through February 27 LIMIT:Minimum 4 / Maximum 8 Cleveland Museum of Art AGES 16 AND OVER Experience masterpieces created by renowned artists from around the world. Stroll through the amazing collections of paintings, sculptures, and historical artifacts. We will conclude our tour with a luncheon at the Provenance Café, located in the museum’s Atrium. Transportation will be provided to and from the Community Center. DAY Sat DATE 3/28 TIME FEE 9:15 am - 2 pm $3* FEE: Plus bring $20 for lunch LOCATION: Cleveland Museum of Art, 11150 East Blvd, Cleveland REGISTRATION: Through March 13 LIMIT: Minimum 6 / Maximum 11 Grantwood is a perfect gathering spot for intimate groups of 50 or groups up to 150. Whether it is business or pleasure, the staff at Grantwood will be happy to meet your needs. PRIME TIME FRIDAY AND SATURDAY EVENINGS Grantwood will provide tables/chairs to your specification Flat rate $500.00 plus tax (bring your own Wine & Liquor) POP ONLY $2.00 per person BEER ½ KEG $145.00 ¼ keg $80.00 $75.00 security deposit required to hold the date. Deposit is non-refundable unless the hall is rebooked, Deposit is refundable if hall is left in acceptable condition as deemed by management…. See contract. Bartender $20.00 per hour Security Guard $35.00 per hour (when alcohol is served & off season) Hall Monitor $20.00 per hour AFTERNOON SPECIAL SATURDAY AND SUNDAY Grantwood will provide 4-hour room usage (between the hours of 9:00 am - 4:00 pm) including tables/chairs set to your specification. ($25.00 an hour for any party exceeding the 4-hour limit, until 6:00 pm). $225.00 plus tax $75.00 Deposit required to hold date. Deposits are refundable only if hall is rebooked and only if left in acceptable condition as deemed by management… see contract. MONDAY – THURSDAY AND SUNDAY EVENING SPECIAL Grantwood will provide tables/chairs as well as a microphone and podium. $75.00 (per hour) Above pricing does not include 7.5% Sales Tax CALL LESLIE FOR AN APPOINTMENT 440-248-4646 X1752 www.solonohio.org 20 SOLON SENIOR CENTER REGULAR ACTIVITIES Ballroom Dance Open to the public - no partner required! Refreshments! DAY TIME FEE Varies Varies $5 Bingo and Lunch DAY TIME Monthly 12:00 pm FEE $5 Exercise your brain with non-computerized games. Supported by Family Tree Home Care TIME 3rd Wed 1:00 pm FREE Lively discussion facilitated by librarians from the Solon Public Library. Books are on reserve at the library or can be picked-up for the next month on discussion day. TIME 4th Tues 10:30 am FEE FREE Cooking Demos Cooking demonstrations and samplings. Coordinated by Home Instead Senior Care DAY TIME 3rd Thurs 1:00 pm FEE $2 Current Events Share views on local, state and national issues. DAY TIME FEE 2nd & 4th Fri 10:30 am FREE Movie Madness Enjoy a movie and popcorn. Movies are shown throughout the month, refer to the Senior Newsletter for more information. DAY TIME Varies Varies 21 Life Writing DAY TIME 2nd Tues 10:00 am FEE FREE FEE Book Discussion at SSC DAY Pinochle, Poker and more... Mondays: Pinochle, Maj, Bridge Tuesdays: International Rummy, Poker Thursdays: International Rummy (1st & 3rd), Poker, Bridge (eve) Friday: Bridge (eve) Time: Varies, no charge Share your lifetime of experiences. Brainercise DAY Card Playing FEE $2 Mah-Jongg Are you a beginner? Not a problem. Mary Triest will teach you how to arrange your tiles into a winning hand. More advanced? Join in at another table. DAY TIME FEE Mon 12:00 pm FREE Solon Senior Chinese Group Join other local Chinese Seniors for socialization, cards and dance. DAY TIME FEE Wed 11:00 am FREE Parties Themed luncheons, dinners, dances and more take place throughout the month; refer to the Senior Newsletter. EXCURSIONS Travel to local and regional attractions as well as casinos, restaurants, performing arts and sporting events, shopping and more. Excursions happen throughout the month; refer to the Senior Newsletter for additional trips. The Cleveland Orchestra Holiday Concert Travel to Severance Hall to enjoy this holiday performance of the Cleveland Orchestra. DAY DATE TIME FEE Sat 12/13 1:30 pm $64 Dinner and a Play Stop for dinner on the way to the Clague Playhouse to see the performance of Uh-Oh, Here Comes Christmas. DAY DATE TIME FEE Thurs 12/4 5:30 pm $20 *Fee includes ticket and transportation. *Dinner not included SOLON SENIOR CENTER EVENTS SPEAKERS Continue your quest for knowledge. Learn about a wide array of topics including health, wellness, finances, history, technology and more. Multiple offerings throughout the month. Refer to the Senior Newsletter for additional speakers and topics. November is National Write-a-Novel Month Join two local authors as they speak about their recently published books. Signed copies of their books will be available for sale. “Up in Smoke” by Nicholas D. Timcisko The story of an interesting journey through life...it’s just that. Nicholas worked 50 years in music and for some of the largest companies in the world, as well as being self-employed. Learn how his writing conveys a sense of hope, optimism and love. DAY DATE TIME FEE Thurs 11/6 2:00 pm FREE “The Apple of My Eye” by Mary Ellen Bramwell This fiction/mystery-love story is about a young woman named Brea whose husband dies, and her whole world is shaken. Searching for answers about his death, she uncovers secrets she’d rather not know. Will she be able to move forward despite her heartache? DAY DATE TIME FEE Thurs 11/13 2:00 pm FREE Computer Security with Mike Abbamonte Learn about what you need to know to protect your PC from hackers. DAY DATE TIME FEE Tues 11/18 2:00 pm FREE “A Christmas Memory of the 50s” with Bill Brauning Remember growing up in the 50s and the sights and sounds of the holidays including: TV Christmas Specials from stars like Bob Hope, Nat King Cole and Bing Crosby, crazy commercials and the music of the era? DAY DATE TIME FEE Tues 12/2 2:00 pm FREE Community Life Programs assist older adults in remaining healthy and independent in the Solon Community, the Department of Senior Services offers the following programs: Van Transportation • Social Work Consultation • Health Screenings • Alzheimer & Parkinson Support Groups • Meals on Wheels • Personal Emergency Response Systems • Connect4Seniors Chore Referral Program • Senior Rubbish Collection • Senior Snowplowing • Morning Sunshine Calls Contact the Senior Center at (440) 349-6363 for program specifics. Cleveland’s Short Vincent - The Theatrical Grill and its Notorious Neighbors with Alan F. Dutka Do you know that while police raided Short Vincent’s seedy bars, once the center of Cleveland’s bawdy behavior and edgy entertainment, celebrities including Frank Sinatra and Judy Garland gravitated to the legendary Theatrical Grill for dinner or drinks? Join us to learn more. DAY DATE TIME FEE Thurs 2/5 2:00 pm FREE Tell Me Your Story Join this group that share techniques for recording vignettes from your past. DAY TIME 2nd Tues 10:30 am FEE VAN SERVICE In-Town Monday through Friday 9:00 am - 4:00 pm No Charge FREE Tea with the Mayor Join Mayor Susan Drucker and other Solon seniors for an informal discussion. This program takes place every other month, refer to the Senior Newsletter for dates and times. www.solonohio.org Out-of-Town Monday through Friday 8:00 am - 4:00 pm One-Way Cost: $3.00 - 0-10 miles $4.00 - 10-15 miles $5.00 - Over 15 miles 22 SOLON SENIOR CENTER ACT II / FITNESS FITNESS All classes are open to BOTH Solon Senior Center AND SilverSneakers members. Jewelry/Craft Classes Create beautiful pieces for yourself or to share with someone you love! Date, time and price vary. Refer to the Senior Newsletter. Supported by Aurora Manor. Cardmaking Handcrafted cards add a personal touch. Join us to make cards for your family and friends. Refer to the Senior Newsletter. Supported by Solon Pointe. ACT II PLAYERS Discover your talents on stage. No line memorization necessary! DAY TIME 1st Wed 2:30 pm FEE FREE ACT II SINGERS No vocal experience required. Rehearse weekly at the SSC and perform at various local events and senior living communities. Supported by The Atrium and Solon Foundation. DAY TIME FEE Tues 12:00 pm FREE PAINT ALONG SERIES Learn how to paint with watercolors using a “paint along” approach to complete a finished painting in 3 simple steps. Supported by Solon Pointe DAY TIME FEE Wed 10:00 am $40/6 wk session 23 Aerobic SSC Increase your muscle strength, endurance and flexibility. Burn calories in this energetic low-impact class. Tai Chi Series of gentle movements done in a slow focused manner to help reduce stress, increase flexibility & improve balance. Arthritis Exercise Challenging class including stretching, joint mobility, cardio Yoga Flow Experience yoga geared for and strengthening exercises. Class will help the mature adult, with/without physical improve daily function; with/without weights. limitations. Learn breathing techniques, as well as standing & chair yoga poses that will Delay the Disease Class designed to refresh your mind, body, spirit and improve empower people with Parkinson’s Disease balance. Supported by Hamlet Village. by optimizing physical functioning & to help delay the progression of symptoms. No Zumba Gold Easy to follow program that charge-donations. Sponsored by the Amalia lets you move to the beat, at your own Foundation. speed. It’s an invigorating dance fitness class. Hike, Stretch and Core Strengthening! Hike and stretch at the Community Center, Pickle-Ball indoors or oudoors (weather permitting). A bit of tennis, racquetball, badminton and Finish in the gym with core strengthening ping-pong all rolled up into one, using a exercises to improve balance. paddleball racquet and slower ball. Instruction provided for new players. Competition SILVERSNEAKERS® Cardio Circuit available for those with experience. Play in Cardiovascular exercises are highlighted in SCC gym. this class, which also features an upper-body DAY TIME FEE strength workout using hand weights. Tues 11:00 am FREE Thurs 10:00 am FREE SILVERSNEAKERS CARDIOFIT® Low-impact cardiovascular workout for Country Line Dancing active older adults. Handheld weights and Glide, slide, step and stomp your way to fitelastic tubing exercises follow to promote ness. This cardio activity does not require muscle endurance and strength. experience or a partner. Monday Evening and Wednesday Afternoon. Evening class open to SILVERSNEAKERS® Classic This class adults of all ages. improves overall strength and flexibility. Hike, Stretch and Rejuvenate Smart Start Tone and tighten muscles with light weights, work your core with floor Experience the great outdoors! Hike and stretch through the MetroParks or at the exercises, and finish with relaxation! Solon Community Center. SOLON SENIOR CENTER DISTANCE LEARNING This program brings videoconferencing in real-time directly to the Solon Community Center, and then follows-up the learning with field trips to University Circle and other cultural experiences in the Cleveland area. Adults of all ages may register. Attend video conferences only or at least one of the video conferences to participate in the field trip. NOVEMBER DECEMBER TRIP: Disney’s Newsies at Playhouse Square Winner of the 2012 Tony Award for Best Score and Best Choreography. Newsies has audiences and critics alike calling it “a musical worth singing about”. DAY Tues DATE 11/11 TIME 6:30 pm FEE $35 VIDEOCONFERENCE: St. Nicholas was a Real Person Born to Move Adventures Venture back to the 3rd and 4th century AD to learn about St. Nicholas’ birth, life and various legends that his reputation has spawned around the globe, culminating with the widely observed St. Nick’s Day on December 6. DAY Thurs DATE 12/4 TIME 1:00 pm FEE $10 TRIP: Holiday Trip to the Cleveland Botanical Gardens VIDEOCONFERENCE: Western Reserve Historical Society Learn about newspaper history and journalism in Northeast Ohio. DAY DATE TIME FEE Fri 11/14 1:00 pm $10 Supported by This is always a special time of the year where holiday music fills the air. Stroll through the Botanical Gardens taking in the decorated trees and gingerbread houses on display. DAY Thurs DATE 12/4 TIME 12:30 pm FEE $15 VIDEOCONFERENCE: Season of Light - Special Holiday Program Cleveland Museum of Art Season of Light explores origins and rituals connected with Christmas, Hanukkah and Diwali, a festival of light celebrated among Hindus, Jains and Sikhs. In this program we’ll view and discuss illuminated manuscripts, Indian scriptures and other votive objects from the CMA, as well as menorahs from the collection of the Temple Tiffereth Israel. Assistance for this Programming is received from University Circle Interactive Cleveland - a videoconference initiative of University Circle Inc. DAY Thurs DATE 12/11 TIME 1:00 pm FEE $10 Supported by Hamlet Village www.solonohio.org 24 SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS 2015 SUMMER CAMP PREVIEW Lil’ Art Camp Lil’ Music Camp AGES 3 - 5 AGES 3 - 5 Monday - Friday Monday - Friday 10:30 am - 12:00 pm 9:00 am - 10:30 am 1-week sessions Session A: June 8 - June 12 Session C: June 22 - June 26 Session D: June 29 - July 3 Session E: July 6 - July 10 Session F: July 13 - July 17 Session H: July 27 - July 31 Session I: August 3 - August 7 SCA Art Camp AGES 9 - 13 AGES 6 - 9 Monday - Friday Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 12:30 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm 1-week sessions Session A: June 8 - June 12 Session B: June 15 - June 19 Session C: June 22 - June 26 Session D: June 29 - July 3 Lil’ Combo Camp AGES 3 - 5 1-week sessions 9:00 am - 12:30 pm Session I: Week B June 15 - June 19 Session II: Week G July 20 - August 24 Sewing Camp AGES 10 - 14 1-week session 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Monday - Friday Session D: June 29 - July 3 All Day Art Camp/Art Museum Field Trip AGES 10 - 14 1-week session 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Monday - Friday Session G: July 20 - July 24 * Field trip on Friday Pottery Camp AGES 9 - 13 2-week session 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Monday - Friday Session B: June 15 - June 26 Musical Theater Worskhop AGES 8 - 14 *going into grade 8 Monday - Friday 9:30 am - 12:30 pm June 8 - July10 *Must be able to commit to performances on Thursday, July 9 (4:00 pm and 7:30 pm) & Friday, July 10 (12:00 pm) SCA Theater Camp AGES 6 - 9 AGES 9 - 13 Monday - Friday Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 12:30 pm 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm 1-week sessions Session A: June 8 - June 12 Session B: June 15 - June 19 Session C: June 22 - June 26 Session D: June 29 - July 3 Montage Arts Camp AGES 7 - 12 Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm 2-week sessions Session E: July 6 - July 17 Session H: July 27 - August 7 Triple Threat Camp AGES 10 - 14 Monday - Friday 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Session G: July 20 - July 24 Improvisation Intensive AGES 13 - 18 Monday - Friday 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Session A: June 8 - June 12 Session C: June 22 - June26 Stage Combat Intensive AGES 13 - 18 Monday - Friday 1:00 pm - 4:30 pm Session B: June 15 - June 19 Session D: June 29 - July 3 Intergenerational Production A YEAR WITH FROG AND TOAD, A One-Act Musical Auditions open to anyone age 6 and up! Book and Lyrics by Willie Reale, Music by Robert Reale, Based on the books by Arnold Lobel Arnold Lobel’s treasured characters hop from page to stage in a story of friendship and adventure. This whimsical show follows two great friends - the cheerful, popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad - through four, fun-filled seasons. *Content provided by MTIShows.com Audition & Performance dates TBD Prima Princess Dance Camp AGES 3 - 5 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Session A: June 8 - June 12 Session C: June 22 - June 26 Session F: July 13 - July 17 Session H: July 27 - July 31 Super Hero Dance Camp AGES 3 - 5 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Session E: July 6 - July 10 Session I: August 3 - August 7 Mini Mover Dance Camp AGES 6 - 8 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 9:00am - 12:00pm Session D: June 29 - July 3 Session G: July 20 - 24 Diva Dolls Dance Camp AGES 9 - 12 Monday, Wednesday, Friday 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm Session D: June 29 - July 3 Session G: July 20 - 24 SCA Dancer Boot Camp AGES 13 AND UP Monday, Wednesday, Friday 10:00 am - 3:30 pm Session E: July 6 - July 10 Session I: August 3 - August 7 SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS SCA YOUTH THEATER PRODUCTIONS WINTER 2015 SPOTLIGHT YOUTH THEATER (Grades 5 - 8) PETER PAN & WENDY By J.M. Barrie, Adapted by Doug Rand Directed by Dominick Chicotel Rediscover the loopy fun and the darker corners of J.M. Barrie’s original novel with this faithful, fast-moving, and easy-to-stage adaptation. When the carefree and careless Peter Pan flies into the nursery of the Darling home, Wendy follows her instincts for maternity and adventure, bringing her little brothers along to the magical Neverland to take care of the motherless Lost Boys. Soon, the Darling children are swept into Peter’s deadly battle with Captain Hook and his mostly-fearsome pirate crew. With so much excitement, why ever go home again...? *Content furnished by Playscripts.com Students MUST LIST ALL conflicts with regular rehearsals on audition form & cast contract. Availability will be a consideration in casting. Absences from rehearsals not previously disclosed will mean removal from parts of or the entire show (except in cases of emergency or illness). There are NO ABSENCES permitted during Mandatory Technical or Dress Rehearsals. Individual Monologue Audition Appointments: Tuesday, January 6 & Wednesday, January 7 (6:00 pm - 8:00 pm) *Students should prepare a 1-minute monologue to perform from memory. Call Backs: Thursday, January 8 (6 pm - 9 pm) *By invitation only. Students will do acting exercises and cold readings from the show. Cast List Posted: Friday, January 9 at 3:30 pm at SCA & Via Email Mandatory Parent Meeting: Wednesday, January 14 (6:45 pm - 7 pm) Regular Rehearsals: Wednesdays (5 pm - 7 pm), Saturdays (11 am - 2:30 pm) January 14 - March 11 Mandatory Technical Rehearsals: Saturday, March 14 (11 am - 2:30 pm) & Tuesday, March 17 (6 pm - 9 pm) Mandatory Dress Rehearsals: Wednesday, March 18 & Thursday, March 19 (6 pm - 9 pm) Performances: Friday, March 20 (7:30 pm); Saturday, March 21 (2:00 pm & 7:30 pm) and Sunday, March 22 (2 pm) at SCA. Production Fee: $125.00 *Due by Wednesday, January 14, 2015 STORIES ON STAGE (Grades 3 - 4) DINOSAURS BEFORE DARK-KIDS Based on the Magic Tree House Collection Directed by Dusten Welch, Musical Director & Choreographer TBD What would you do if a tree house in your neighborhood could transport you anywhere you wanted to go? While exploring one afternoon, siblings Jack and Annie discover a tree house full of books. Jack looks through a book about dinosaurs and wishes he could see a real one. Suddenly the wind begins to blow and the tree house starts to spin wildly. When it finally stops, Jack and Annie open their eyes to find they have been transported back to the time of the dinosaurs. Join Jack and Annie on their adventure back in time to experience an amazing group of dinosaurs face to face. *Content furnished by MTIShows.com Group Audition: Tuesday, January 13 & Thursday, January 15 (6 pm - 8 pm) *Students must attend both audition days. Mandatory Parent Meeting: Thursday, January 22 (7:45 pm) *Mandatory for all parents with students in the production Rehearsals: Tuesdays and Thursdays (6:30 pm - 8 pm) January 22 - March 26 Mandatory Technical Rehearsals: Tuesday, April 7 & Wednesday, April 8 (6 pm - 9 pm) Mandatory Dress Rehearsals: Thursday, April 9 (6 pm - 9 pm) Performances: Friday, April 10 (7 pm) and Saturday, April 11 (12 pm & 2:30 pm) Production Fee: $125.00 *Due by Thursday, January 22, 2015 ~ CALL SCA AT (440) 337-1400 TO SCHEDULE AN AUDITION TIME FOR YOUR FAVORITE SHOW! ~ www.solonohio.org 26 SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS THEATER WINTER 2015 7th Annual SCA Playwriting Competition GRADES 7 - 12 Students, grades 7 - 12, are eligible to enter a short play of their own creation (no more than 10 pages typed) into this competition. The winners will get the chance to see their work performed by the Spotlight Youth Theater Students (grades 5 - 8) on the SCA stage. Participants must submit their work to Christine Madden at cmadden@solonohio. org, enclosed with their name, age, grade, email, phone number and address by January 16, 2015. A return email will be sent to confirm receipt of each play submission. SCA Youth Reader’s Theater Madden GRADES 3 - 8 At this meeting students will familiarize themselves with upcoming works in the current youth theater season, Peter Pan & Wendy and Dinosaur’s Before Dark-KIDS. After the meeting, students will have an hour to socialize and engage in a holiday get-together. To participate in this free event simply call (440) 337-1400 and let SCA know what part(s) of the evening your child will be attending. Also, please let Christine Madden know if you would like to provide a small food donation for the party. *SCA will provide Pizza DAY DATE TIME FEE Monday 12/15 5:30 - 6:30 pm FREE SPRING 2015 Spotlight Youth Theater GRADES 5 - 8 7th ANNUAL SCA ONE-ACT FESTIVAL Featuring the Winner of the 7th Annual SCA Playwriting Competition Directed by Dusten Welch Auditions: April 14 & 15 (6 pm - 8 pm) Rehearsals: Wed., Sat. & some Mon., 4/15 - 5/23 Tech Week: 5/26-5/28 Performances: 5/29 & 5/30 (7:30 pm) NEED HELP PREPARING FOR YOUR AUDITION? Monologue Audition Workshop Welch GRADES 5 - 8 This class is great for any student preparing to audition. SCA Instructor Dusten Welch will explain audition etiquette and help each student work on a monologue for future auditions. Monologue selections will be provided in class or students may bring their own selection to work on. DAY DATE TIME FEE Wednesday 12/10 6:00 - 8:00 pm $40 Stories on Stage GRADES 3 - 4 THE BEST OF SHEL SILVERSTEIN Featuring select Poems by Shel Silverstein Directed by Dominick Chicotel Group Auditions: April 21 (6 pm - 8 pm) Rehearsals: Tues., Thurs. & some Sat., 4/23 - 5/23 Library Rehearsal: May 26 Performances: May 28 (7 pm) & May 30 (2 pm) 27 Private Acting ~ and ~ Private Voice AGES 8 & up AGES 12 & up Private acting and vocal lessons are now available with any of SCA’s highly-trained theater or vocal instructors. Private coaching will help prepare students for any theatrical or musical endeavor. Call Christine A. Madden for private acting instructor bios, pricing & availability. Call the SCA front desk to schedule a voice lesson with one of SCA’s voice instructors! (440) 337-1400. THEATER OTHER THEATER OPPORTUNITIES THEATER TECHNIQUE CLASSES Theater Technique classes have been created to help build each student’s core theatrical skills by giving them the opportunity to concentrate on the educational aspect of theater. The curriculum in each class has been designed to shape and enhance the specific skills the students will need for upcoming productions at SCA. Theater Building Blocks Welch GRADES 3 - 4 Students will focus on developing larger-than-life characters as they set out on their journey as young performing artists. This class also provides students with the building blocks of theater by introducing them to improvisation, memorization techniques, stage direction and blocking concepts. DAY DATE TIME FEE Tues & Thurs 1/27-3/12 6:00 - 6:30 pm $95 Character Development Chicotel GRADES 5 - 8 Students will focus on character analysis by exploring a variety of different acting methods and improvisational techniques. Students will build upon their theatrical skills and fine-tune their abilities as actors. DAY DATE TIME FEE Wednesday 1/14-2/25 7:15 - 8:15 pm $95 Improv. Showcase Koger GRADES 7 - 9 This class focuses on the basics of improvisational acting. Students learn how to initiate scenes, build scenes with a partner and create scenes with a solid foundation. Through improvisation, actors learn such valuable skills as agreement (“yes and”), active listening, teamwork, using the environment, basic narrative skills, and making fellow actors look good on stage. The final class will end in an Improvisational Showcase for family and friends. DAY DATE TIME FEE Saturday 1/17-2/28 9:45 - 10:45 am $95 Homeschool Theater Welch/Chicotel AGES 6 - 16 SCA is excited to offer this unique and educational experience to all non-traditional students. Homeschool Theater classes provide a nurturing and comfortable environment in which students can experience the magic of theater while socializing with their peers. Basics of the theater craft will be taught through games, improvisation and creative script collaboration. Each session will conclude with a presentation for family and friends. * Those interested in Homeschool Art, See page 29. Students staying for both classes will have lunch in the gallery from 12:30 pm - 1:00 pm. AGE DAY DATE TIME FEE 6 - 11 Tues 1/6-2/24 1:00 - 2:30 pm $108 12 - 16 Thurs 1/8-2/26 11:00 - 12:30 pm $108 6 - 11 Tues 3/3-4/28 1:00 - 2:30 pm $108 12 - 16 Thurs 3/5-4/30 11:00 - 12:30 pm $108 NO CLASS: 3/31, 4/2 For more information about the Theater Department, call Christine A. Madden at (440) 337-1401 or email [email protected]. www.solonohio.org 28 SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS VISUAL ART Preschool Art Functional Forms Youth Pottery Homeschool Art AGES 2,3,4 Preschool age students will express themselves in paint, clay and multi-media while building coordination, thinking, motor and social skills. This class is designed for caregivers and students to share and create together. Session III: Enchanted Forest Session IV: Buggin’ Out AGES 6 - 12 Ceramics is offered for kids who like to get their hands dirty! Subject matter may vary due to the session, but clay basics such as slab rolling, coil construction, some wheel-throwing and glazing techniques are introduced. AGES 6 - 12 The Homeschool curriculum is based on many multi-media projects as well as incorporating art history, style and techniques of popular artists. 6 - 11 Tues SESSION DAY DATE TIME 12 - 16 Thurs 1/8-2/26 Session III Tues 1/6-2/10 6:30-7:45 pm 6 - 11 Tues Session IV Tues 2/17-3/24 6:30-7:45 pm 12 - 16 Thurs 3/5-4/30 SESSION DAY DATE TIME Session III Mon 1/5-2/23 9:30 - 10:15 am Session IV Mon 3/2-4/20 9:30 - 10:15 am NO CLASS: 1/19, 2/16, 3/30, 4/6 FEE: $62 per session, *$57 before 12/20 LOCATION: SCA Art Room Creative Writing/Art Journaling AGES 10 - 14 Students will be guided from writing into illustration as they generate poems and short stories. Theme and idea prompts will be given to inspire and aid in guided writing session. SESSION DAY DATE Session III Mon 1/5-2/23 7:00 - 8:00 pm Session IV Mon 3/2-4/20 7:00 - 8:00 pm 1/6-2/24 3/3-4/28 TIME 11 - 12:30 pm 1 - 2:30 pm 11 - 12:30 pm 1 - 2:30 pm NO CLASS: 3/31, 4/2 LOCATION: SCA Art Room FEE: $116 per session, *$110 before 12/20 LOCATION: SCA Art Room Specialty Art Interested in Homeschool Theater? See Page 28 Grades K - 4 Specialty classes in art are offered weekly both Monday and Wednesday from 4:30 - 6:00 in association with the Arts4Kids Afterschool Program; however, these classes ARE OPEN to anyone grades K - 4 interested in the subject matter offered. See the Arts4Kids section for Session IIII and Session IV Specialty Class information. PHOTOGRAPHY COMPETITION Opening Reception: Friday, April 17, 2015 CATEGORIES: A) PEOPLE/PORTRAIT B) TRAVEL/PLACES C) NATURE/LANDSCAPE D) ANIMALS/WILDLIFE E) BOTANICAL F) ELEMENTS OF DESIGN ***AMATEUR & SEASONED PROFESSIONAL DIVISION NO CLASS: 1/19, 2/16, 3/30, 4/6 FEE: $70 per session, *$65 before 12/20 LOCATION: SCA Art Room IN THE GALLERY... 29 DAY DATE FEE: $95 per session, *$90 before 12/20 TIME JANUARY: George Kocar, Illustrator FEBRUARY: Girls Night Out APRIL - MAY: Focus Photography Show JUNE: Staff and Student Art Show AUGUST - SEPTEMBER: Anthe AGE Create-A-Class Don’t see a class that works for you here? Get together 5 students or more to create-a-class of your own. Class session would be approximately 4-6 weeks. Contact Maria Klein at (440)337-1400 or [email protected] for further information and tuition! DEADLINE: Deadline for registration is March 21, 2015. Application forms can be found online at: www.solonarts.org Competition limited to first 400 photos. Register early! For more information visit www.solonarts.org! VISUAL ART Adult Ceramics SCA DRAWING PROGRAM AGES 14 - Adult Ceramics for students ages 14 - Adult is offered on Monday evenings throughout the year. Hand-building and wheel-throwing is offered for the beginner or seasoned potter. All supplies are included. Drawing classes are offered to enrich student development and improve drawing ability through practice of many principles of art including line, texture, value, composition, design, light and color. Various mediums such as pencil, pen and ink, charcoal and pastels may be introduced. Introduction/Basic Drawing Adult Beginner Drawing AGES 5 - 10 AGES 14 - Adult SESSION DAY DATE SESSION DAY DATE TIME Session III Mon 1/5-2/23 6:30 - 7:30 pm Session III Thurs 1/8-2/12 6:00 - 7:15 pm Session IV Mon 3/2-4/20 6:30 - 7:30 pm SESSION DAY DATE TIME Session III Mon 1/5-2/23 6:15 - 7:15 pm Session IV Mon 3/2-4/20 6:15 - 7:15 pm Session IV Thurs 2/19-3/26 6:00 - 7:15 pm TIME NO CLASS: 1/19, 2/16, 3/30, 4/6 NO CLASS: 1/19, 2/16, 3/30, 4/6 FEE: $85 per session, *$80 before 12/20 FEE: $95 per session, *$90 before 12/20 FEE: $70 per session, *$65 before 12/20 LOCATION: SCA Art Room LOCATION: SCA Art Room Advanced Drawing Adult Painting Session IV SESSION LOCATION: SCA Art Room Drawing Skills Development AGES 10 - 14 SESSION DAY DATE TIME Session III Wed 1/7-2/11 6:15 - 7:30 pm Session IV Wed 2/18-3/25 6:15 - 7:30 pm FEE: $85 per session, *$80 before 12/20 LOCATION: SCA Art Room AGES 14 - Adult AGES 14 - Adult Basic painting applications and introduction Skill level of student will be assessed to enroll or remain in this advanced level class. to medium Session III: Watercolor, Guest Instructor SESSION DAY DATE TIME Session III Thurs 1/8-2/12 7:15 - 8:45 pm Session IV: Acrylic Thurs 2/19-3/26 7:15 - 8:45 pm FEE: $98 per session, *$93 before 12/20 LOCATION: SCA Art Room DAY DATE Session III Tues 1/6-2/10 Session IV Tues 2/17-3/24 FEE: $100 Session III FEE: $90 Session IV LOCATION: SCA Art Room TIME 7 - 8:15 pm 7 - 8:15 pm TANGLED Jewelry AGE 13 - ADULT This necklace is just beautiful. Triple-strand, multi-shade pearl clusters completely designed by you! DATE: MONDAY, FEB 2 TIME: 7:00 - 8:30 PM FEE: $20 LOCATION: SCA Art Room DATE: MONDAY, DECEMBER 8 TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 PM FEE: $10 LOCATION: SCA Art Room Fairy Dream House AGES 6 - 12 Make your very own fairy dream house! Learn how to construct a miniature home using natural woodland materials and found objects. Will your whimsical fairy house have acorn shingles or a path made from buttons? Push the limits of your imagination and have fun! DATES: SATURDAY, 1/10, 1/17 & 1/24 TIME: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM FEE: $35 LOCATION: SCA Art Room Needle Felting and Scumbling ADULT Needle Felting is a technique that offers you great results! Use needle-felting to create embellishments or design elements which may be incorporated in another process called scumbling. If textiles such as fabric and yarn interest you, this workshop promises to spark your creativity. DATE: MONDAY, FEBRUARY 9 TIME: 7:00 - 9:00 PM FEE: $25 LOCATION: SCA Art Room WORKSHOPS Join us for this BYOB painting class! Even if you have never picked up a brush, you can do this! Bring your friends! Check website one week prior to class for painting sample. Purchase tickets online at www.solonarts.org or in person at the SCA front desk. Class size is limited to 12. DATE: FRIDAY, MARCH 13 TIME: 7:00 PM FEE: $35 PER PERSON - 21 & OVER PLEASE LOCATION: GRANTWOOD GOLF COURSE AGES 13 - ADULT This workshop introduces you to the concept of zen doodling. It is creating beautiful images from repetitive patterns that flow freely from your mind onto the paper. **All workshop registration must be completed one week prior to first class. www.solonohio.org 30 SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS DANCE SCA dance classes encourage creativity while emphasizing proper technique and terminology so that students become strong, knowledgeable and passionate dancers. Each student will learn steps in a progressive manner that will allow them to focus on body placement, timing, fluidity, musicality and expression. SCA dance instructors teach with a nurturing and supportive attitude so that students are able to learn in an environment conducive to growth and development. • There are no requirements for enrolling in Intro to Movement, Creative Movement or Adult Classes • It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that students wishing to advance their technique take a ballet class AND a second technique class. • SCA’s Annual Dance Recital will be held on Saturday, June 6, 2015. A MANDATORY dress rehearsal will take place during the week of June 1st. Students wishing to participate in the Annual Dance Recital must be enrolled by Monday, January 12, 2015. • SCA offers low-cost, high quality dance education. Tuition and costume fees are kept affordable so that your family can enjoy dance without feeling a financial strain. However, payment plans are available please contact SCA Studios at (440) 337-1301 for information. Intro to Movement (Ages 3 - 4) Pointe (Ages 14 - Adult) This fun and exciting class was designed to introduce young students to a form of self-expression and imagination through movement! Students will improve basic coordination and rhythm while learning to dance. Once students have mastered proper alignment, technique and strength, pointe work will begin. Students eligible for this class must be enrolled concurrently in at least one upper-level Ballet class at SCA. Creative Movement (Ages 4 - 6) Beginning Jazz/Hip Hop (Ages 5 - 10), Jazz/Hip Hop II (Ages 10 - 13) Creative Movement introduces children to the basics of ballet, tap and creative forms of movement. Students will learn to express themselves through movement as well as develop a sense of grace, coordination and rhythm in a focused and fun environment. Dance Combo I (Ages 5 - 7), Dance Combo II (Ages 7 - 9), Dance Combo III (Ages 9 - 12) If you want to explore multiple styles of dance, Dance Combo is for you! Students will learn basics of ballet, jazz, modern, tap and basic gymnastics. Students must have ballet shoes, tap shoes and footless or convertible tights. Jazz shoes are recommended. Pre-Ballet/Jazz (Ages 5 - 8) This class fuses two important styles of dance. Ballet forms the basis of dance technique and allows students to grow into strong dancers. Jazz offers students the opportunity to explore more rhythmic styles of movement. This combined class gives students the opportunity to focus on both techniques and style thereby becoming more well-rounded dancers. Ballet I (Ages 8 - 10), Ballet II/III (Ages 10 - 14), Ballet IV/V (Ages 14 - Adult) Dancers will gain a sense of self-discipline, confidence and poise as they explore work at the barre, center and across the floor. Emphasis will be placed on proper alignment, terminology and phrasing. As students progress, musicality, choreography, technique and artistry will be stressed. Ballet II/III students will focus on perfecting the art of ballet, while bringing personality and fluidity to the movement. Ballet IV/V is for advanced students. Please contact the SCA Studios for placement. 31 Students will explore classic and contemporary jazz techniques as well as popular hip-hop. Isolations, rhythm, attitude and performance quality will be emphasized. Musical Theater (Ages 12 - Adult) This class is designed for those students wishing to improve their dancing skills for theater and show choir. Students will study ballet and jazz technique as well as movement for the stage. Modern IV/V (Ages 14 - Adult) Dancers will learn the basics of modern dance, focusing on technique, history and kinesiological terms while being introduced to choreographic concepts and various repertories. Lyrical/Contemporary II (Ages 14 - Adult) With shows like So You Think You Can Dance, lyrical and contemporary styles have become more popular. This class will teach students how to express emotion while dancing and learn to move in a fluid and melodic manner. This class will explore the qualities of released dancing while daring students to find disparate qualities of stillness and explosion. Adult Classes (18 & Up) Stay in shape and have fun doing it! Students will gain flexibility, increase stamina and strengthen their bodies and minds. Classes are suitable for new and previously-trained dancers. DANCE STUDIO A Photo by AMH Creatives MONDAY (16 WEEKS) JANUARY 5 - MAY 18 6:45 pm - 8:00 pm Modern IV/V *No class on 1/19, 2/16, 3/30, 4/6, 5/25 Tuition $240.00 Tuition After 12/20 $250.00 WEDNESDAY (20 WEEKS) JANUARY 7 - MAY 27 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Ballet I 6:30 pm - 7:45 pm Dance Combo III *No class on 4/1 Tuition $240.00 $300.00 Tuition After 12/20 $250.00 $310.00 THURSDAY (20 WEEKS) JANUARY 8 - MAY 28 4:30 pm - 5:30 pm Dance Combo I 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm Pointe 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Ballet IV/V *No class on 4/2 Tuition $240.00 $120.00 $360.00 Tuition After 12/20 $250.00 $130.00 $370.00 JANUARY 10 - MAY 30 Tuition Beginning Jazz/Hip Hop $228.00 Tuition After 12/20 $238.00 SATURDAY (19 WEEKS) 10:00 am - 11:00 am *No class on 4/4, 5/23 chill There’s a in the air! Frozen Day AGES 4 - 6 Monday, December 22 9:00 am - 3:00 pm $30.00 per child Disney’s hit movie, Frozen, has taken this world by ‘snow’ storm! This storm has blown right into SCA for a full day of Frozen! Your child will jump into the world of Arendelle with classes and activities inspired by the movie and characters. The children will explore their magical icy powers through movement, sing songs from the popular soundtrack, and will be able to bring home arts and crafts from this exciting day. There will be a showing of the movie followed by a meet and greet with Elsa! This day will be officially frozen but that’s ok, the cold never bothered us anyway! Bring a light snack and a bagged lunch. Frozen attire welcome! www.solonohio.org 32 SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS DANCE STUDIO B MONDAY (16 WEEKS) JANUARY 5 - MAY 18 5:00 pm - 5:30 pm Intro to Movement 5:30 pm - 6:15 pm Creative Movement 7:30 pm - 8:15 pm Adult Tap 8:15 pm - 9:00 pm Adult Ballet *No class on 1/19, 2/16, 3/30, 4/6, 5/25 Tuition $96.00 $144.00 $144.00 $144.00 Tuition After 12/20 $106.00 $154.00 $154.00 $154.00 TUESDAY (19 WEEKS) 9:15 am - 9:45 am 1:00 pm - 1:45 pm 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm 7:45 pm - 9:00 pm *No class on 1/20, 3/31 JANUARY 6 - MAY 26 Intro to Movement Creative Movement Intro to Movement Dance Combo I Lyrical/Contemporary II Tuition $114.00 $171.00 $114.00 $228.00 $285.00 Tuition After 12/20 $124.00 $181.00 $124.00 $238.00 $295.00 WEDNESDAY (20 WEEKS) JANUARY 7 - MAY 27 9:30 am - 10:00 am Intro to Movement 1:30 pm- 2:15 pm Creative Movement 4:00 pm - 4:45 pm Creative Movement 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Dance Combo II *No class on 4/1 Tuition $120.00 $180.00 $180.00 $240.00 Tuition After 12/20 $130.00 $190.00 $190.00 $250.00 THURSDAY (20 WEEKS) 10:00 am - 10:45 am 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm 4:15 pm - 5:15 pm 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm *No class on 4/2 JANUARY 8 - MAY 28 Creative Movement Creative Movement Beginning Jazz/Hip Hop Jazz/Hip Hop II Ballet II/III Tuition $180.00 $180.00 $240.00 $240.00 $300.00 Tuition After 12/20 $190.00 $190.00 $250.00 $250.00 $310.00 FRIDAY (20 WEEKS) 10:15 am - 10:45 am *No class on 4/3 JANUARY 9 - MAY 29 Intro to Movement Tuition $120.00 Tuition After 12/20 $130.00 SATURDAY (19 WEEKS) 9:30 am - 10:15 am 10:45 am - 11:45 am 11:45 am - 12:45 pm *No class on 4/4, 5/23 JANUARY 10 - MAY 30 Creative Movement Dance Combo I Pre-Ballet/Jazz Tuition $171.00 $228.00 $228.00 Tuition After 12/20 $181.00 $238.00 $238.00 Photo by AMH Creatives Photo by AMH Creatives Photo by AMH Creatives Photo by AMH Creatives 33 SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMS ARTS4KIDS AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM GRADES KINDERGARTEN - 4 SCA’s after school program provides an artistic and creative extended classroom experience for children in grades K - 4. This exciting program, which takes place Monday through Friday from 2:45 pm - 4:30 pm throughout the school year, is comprised of classes in Music, Theater, Art and Movement. Students are bussed from Solon City Schools and provided a snack upon arrival. The 2014 - 2015 school year’s program is currently completely full. REGISTRATION BEGINS: SATURDAY, MAY 9, 2015 (8:00 AM) AT THE SOLON COMMUNITY CENTER FOR THE 2015 - 2016 SCHOOL YEAR. ABOUT ARTS4KIDS PLUS 2014 - 2015 Tuition: $18.00 per day GRADES 5 - 6 Tuesday - Thursday 3:45 pm - 6:00 pm Arts4Kids Plus! is an exclusive art program specifically designed for students in grades five and six to provide an artistic and creative extended classroom experience. Bus transportation may be provided from Orchard Middle School. A snack will be provided. Tuition: $18.00 per day *Tuition is paid by the session and Arts4Kids Plus! follows the Arts4kids schedule. Session Dates • Session III: January 6, 2015 - February 20, 2015 • Session IV: February 23, 2015 - April 17, 2015 • Session V: April 20, 2015 - June 3, 2015 *The Arts4Kids Plus! program follows the Solon School Calendar including teacher in-services, breaks and vacation schedules. If Solon Schools are closed due to inclement weather the Center will not hold Arts4Kids Plus!. Please call Maria Klein for additional information at 440.337.1400 or [email protected]. www.solonohio.org 34 SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS SPECIALTY CLASSES (K - 4) 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM SESSION III January 5 - February 20 *No class 1/19, 1/20 & 2/16 SESSION IV February 23 - April 17 *No class 3/30 - 4/6 MONDAY WHAT’S BUGGIN YOU Colorful in nature and interesting in shapes, bugs will be the inspiration to complete creepy, crawly projects. Tuition: $65 MONDAY THE GREAT OUTDOORS Nature inspires many creative projects from the backyard pond to the bounty of spring. Tuition: $78 TUESDAY FAIRYTALE FUN This class will incorporate theater exercises and games while encouraging students to develop a performance piece based on a classic fairy tale. Class will culminate in a performance for family and friends. Tuition: $78 TUESDAY STORYBOOK THEATER Explore the art of storytelling in this entertaining and educational class. Students will play theater games, explore scripts and engage in ensemble building exercises while creating a performance piece based on children’s books. Tuition: $91 WEDNESDAY STRIPES, SPOTS & SCALES Patterns in nature become the basis of all projects created in this class. Tuition: $91 WEDNESDAY THE LAND OF MAKE BELIEVE Animals, castles, fairies, princesses, goblins, trolls. These may just be some of the things that you will encounter in this whimsical class. Tuition: $91 THURSDAY SUPER HERO FOR A DAY Discover the art of acting by creating a performance piece based on superheroes with imaginative powers! Through character development, improvisation and structured play students will create a performance piece featuring their very own superhero persona. Tuition: $91 35 THURSDAY MAKE ‘EM LAUGH Every wonder what makes people laugh? In this fun and funny class students will learn the basics of comedy by exploring techniques used in vaudeville, classic clowning and improvisation. On the final day, this class is sure to be a laugh as students get to share their new found funny with friends and family. Tuition: $91 SESSION III & IV FRIDAY FRIDAY FUN DAY! After a long week, students appreciate the opportunity to relax and just have fun. Students will take part in laid-back, but productive play time where they can explore many fun activities with a teacher to guide them. From learning to knit, making play-dough from scratch to playing board games and watching classic movies in the Theater. Tuition: $91 per session MUSIC Private Music Instruction Solon Center for the Arts offers a wide variety of private music lessons for students of all levels. Lessons are available for piano, voice, woodwinds, brass, percussion, guitar, and string instruments. All of SCA’s instructors hold degree-level certification on their instruments and are accomplished performers. Instruction is offered in 30-minute, 45-minute, or one-hour lessons. For more information about private music lessons, please call SCA at (440) 337-1400. Private music instruction is available for: Piano Lessons begin at… Dr. Daniel Barber Age 6 Jan Bis Age 4 Dr. Alexander Kostritsa Age 5 Omar Roy Age 5 Jeanine Waisala Age 5 Orchestral Strings Timothy Bontje - Cello, Suzuki Cello Age 5 Nataliya Shehluk - Violin,Viola Age 3 Timothy Staron - Violin,Viola Age 7 Jerry Yarovich - Cello Age 8 Guitar Tom Poore Age 4 Woodwinds Vanessa Majewski - Flute Ethan Miller - Saxophone, Clarinet, Jazz Studies Heidi Kushious - Flute Brass Brett Tomko - Trombone, Euphonium, Tuba Age 10 Age 10 Age 8 Early Childhood Music Classes TUNES FOR TOTS AGES 3 - 4 Cuddle your baby close and sing songs to heighten your baby’s awareness of sound, tone, shapes and colors. Stretching and gentle massage gives your baby a loving, gentle music experience with you. Basic child developmental milestones from birth - 2 1/2 are covered including perceptual discovery and movement milestones. SESSION DAY DATE TIME Session I Tues 1/6-2/10 1:00-1:45pm Session II Tues 2/17-3/24 1:00-1:45pm FEE: $60 per session LOCATION: SCA Studios BABY BOOGIE WOOGIE AGES NEWBORN - 2 Join in a joyful first music experience for your little one. Toddlers and parents share in a music making progression of rhythms, finger-plays, active movement, games, instrument playing and singing. Parental involvement in class and at home is encourages. SESSION DAY DATE TIME Session I Tues 1/6-2/10 1:45-2:15pm Session II Tues 2/17-3/24 1:45-2:15pm FEE: $45 per session Age 10 LOCATION: SCA Studios Drums & Percussion Dr. Kevin Lewis Age 8 Voice Mary Krason Wiker Age 12 www.solonohio.org 36 SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS MUSIC SOLON Philharmonic ORCHESTRA The Solon Philharmonic Orchestra is an exciting opportunity for talented amateur and professional musicians (high school to adult) to collaborate in a rewarding musical environment. Whether a seasoned veteran or a musician who has recently rediscovered a passion for playing, SPO members are presented with experiences designed to strengthen musical skills through performance of the Classics. SPO presents three to four concerts each season including performances with noted soloists and the winner of the annual Young Artists Concerto Competition. Please call SCA at (440) 337-1400 for more information. Rehearsals: Mondays Concert Dates: Novemer 23, 2014 7:30 pm - 9:45 pm March 1, 2015 May 17, 2015 Music Therapy (Ages Infant - Senior Adult) Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday SCA is excited to continue its collaboration with our sister community music school, The Music Settlement, located in University Circle. Drawing upon their expertise and 46 years of history in the field of Music Therapy, the Settlement sends a Board Certified Music Therapist to SCA to create music experiences for individuals of all ages with special needs and/or medical issues. Both individual and group sessions are available. Music therapy sessions are built around the strengths and interests of each client. For young children, a tailored program can include singing, movement, songwriting, dramatization, improvisation, listening, and instrument playing. For school-aged children, engaging music therapy sessions are custom-designed to provide support and practice for goals such as task-orientation, communication, and behavioral control in school, at home or in the community. Adapted instruction is offered on piano, guitar, drums, and other instruments. Completion of an intake form and an assessment are required prior to registration. Call The Music Settlement Department of Music Therapy at (216) 421-5806, ext. 140 or email [email protected] for more information. FINANCIAL AID AND OTHER FINANCIAL RESOURCES The Music Settlement offers need based financial aid to qualifying families and accepts third party payments from County Boards of Developmental Disabilities and other agencies. Our Department of Music Therapy is an approved Autism Scholarship provider with the Ohio Department of Education. Please call for information, or download a financial aid application at TheMusicSettlement.org.   37 THE POLAR EXPRESS MOVIE FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2014 7:30 pm at SOLON CENTER FOR THE ARTS ~FAMILY FUN!~ FREE!! - RESERVATIONS REQUIRED *Children 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. All aboard The Polar Express! Come in your pajamas, enjoy popcorn and cocoa and watch the film on the big screen! If he isn’t too busy, Santa might even stop by for a visit! COMEDY NIGHT! FRIDAY, JANUARY 23, 2015 7:30 pm at GRANTWOOD GOLF COURSE ~ADULTS 21 & OVER~ $10.00 Bring a date and a friend and shake off the winter blues! Headliner Billy Ray Bauer (Guest on the Bob and Tom Show, the Dick Purtan Radio Show. and has appeared with Drew Carey, Tim Allen, The Smothers Brothers, Lewis Black, Doug Stanhope and many other great comedians) and opener Chris Young will keep you laughing all night long! GIRLS NIGHT OUT! FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2015 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm SCA GALLERY ~ADULTS~ $5.00 Call the girls and come over to SCA for a great night out just for the ladies! Come shop at SCA’s boutique full of jewelry, purses and handmade treasures perfect for any occasion or just for you! THE MAGIC OF RICK SMITH, JR. FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2015 7:30 pm ~FAMILY FUN~ $10.00 Experience the unforgettable Magic of Rick Smith Jr. The show will be filled with predictions, escapes, illusions and even audience participation. He has been seen on the Tonight Show with Jay Leno, Ellen, Ripley’s Believe it or not, Minute to Win it and many more. This is a night you won’t want to miss! PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE AT WWW.SOLONARTS.ORG TODAY! www.solonohio.org The Hobbit 2: The Desolation of Smaug Come and enjoy a fun evening of family entertainment! Guests will be treated to the movie, giveaways and prizes. DAYS DATE TIME FEE Fri. 12/5 6-9 pm FREE REGISTRATION: Space is limited! Reserve your spot by emailing [email protected] LOCATION: Solon Community Center Banquet Rooms ADULT We’re shaking it up this year!! It’s time to pick your most talented, Adults knowledgeable, and en21 & tertaining friends to form over a team of 6 for our first ever Adult Game Night. Get ready to laugh as your team competes head to head in this fun-filled night of entertainment. Touch-up on your tunes! Memorize your movies! Sharpen your acting skills! Each team will participate in 4 rounds consisting of different game styles. The top two teams with the most points will battle in the final round. Appetizers, finger foods and wash will be provided...so bring your own alcohol. Each team must have at least one Solon resident. Maximum of 24 teams/6 members each. DAYS DATE TIME FEE Sat. 1/24/15 below $120 per team TIME: Teams must check-in at 6:30 pm, games start at 7 pm. Championship game is scheduled to start at 10:00pm. LOCATION: Community Center Banquet Rooms REGISTRATION: December 1-January 11 Saturday, February 7 6:30 - 9:00 pm GRADES K - 4 & DADS Hey Dads, get that special little girl and dance the night away! This year, our Once Upon A Time theme will transform the SCC into a fairytale! Dress in your favorite pretty party outfit or princess dress. Which ever you like, formal, fancy or comfy, it’s all cool! This dance is for girls in Kindergarten through 4th grade ONLY and their daddies! Each girl will receive a party favor and refreshments will be available. FEE: $20 per daddy & his little girl *$10 each additional special girl LOCATION: SCC Lobby & Gym REGISTRATION: December 1 - February 1