Wallingford

Parks & recreation

An essential quality of life service

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21 Years
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Summer 2011
Guide to leisure and fun
6 FAIRFIELD BLVD • WALLINGFORD, CT 06492 • PHONE (203) 294-2120
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Now that the weather is getting a little nicer after this memorable
winter, we hope you head out and engage in some leisurely activities.
These leisurely activities can be found in our Parks and Recreation
Guides. Inside our Summer 2011 Program Guide, you will find a wide

Welcome to variety of programs, activities and events. Our staff has worked
diligently in putting together quality summer programs for all
suMMeR
suMM
MMe
eR 2011 participants. Our camp offerings range from traditional playground
programs to our month long Summer Arts Programs. For our sports
Recreation & Fun! enthusiasts check out our sports camps covering football, baseball,
tennis, golf and basketball to name a few. Any future architects or
DaviD J. Doherty recreation center
engineers? Our very popular Lego Engineering Camp will be taking
Location: 6 Fairfield Blvd. place in August.
Wallingford, CT 06492
telephone: 203-294-2120 The very popular Twilight Tunes concerts return to the Parade
FaX: 203-294-2127 Grounds at Town Hall with a great line up of bands to entertain us all
email: wlfdparksrec@comcast.net this summer. Please see the performer line up and schedule under the
Web site: www.town.wallingford.ct.us Special Events section. Four of the five bands this summer will be
hours of operation
first time performers for our Twilight Tunes Concerts. Their sounds
Business hours: 9:00am to 5:00pm and enthusiasm will get you out of your seats this summer!
Facility hours: 8:30am to 10:00pm From all of us at the Parks and Recreation Department, we hope you
Monday thru Friday all have an active, safe and enjoyable Summer!
Summer hours: Saturday 9:00am to
5:00pm (Sunday Closed)
Best regards,
Program info hotline: 203-294-2126
Kenny Michaels
Members of: Recreation Program Specialist
• Connecticut Recreation & Parks
Association
• National Recreation & Parks
Association
• Learning Resources Network table of contents
• New England Park Association
• National Youth Sports Coaches
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Summer 2011
Programs and Leisure
activities for Youth
Hip House Dance series
Once again the Hip House Dance Series Department would like to invite all boys
is back for another year of fun and
excitement. The Parks and Recreation
Department would like to welcome back the National Football League. Winners
all of the returning 7th and 8th graders from our local contest will advance to
while also welcoming the new 6th
graders. To ensure that you are able to possibly to the state. This could just be
attend all of the dances, you must
purchase a photo ID pass. ALL
PARTICIPANTS WHO HAVE A PASS
FROM THE 2010-11 SEASON CAN
HOLD ONTO THEIR PASSES. UPON
REGISTERING FOR THIS COMING
YEAR A STICKER WILL BE PLACED
ON THE BACK OF THE EXISTING
CARD. NO MORE PICTURES, NO
MORE FILLING OUT AN ID CARD
AGAIN. The dance pass allows you entry birth certificate to registration.
to 7 dances. No passes will be sold
in the schools or on the day of the comfortable sneakers. No cleats.
dance. Photo ID’s will go on sale June
1st for $30. As of September 1st, all
dance passes will be $40. We encourage 4263.300 KiDs oFF roaD
everyone to take advantage of the
discounted price. STUDENTS WILL
NOT BE ALLOWED TO ENTER THE
DANCE WITHOUT A 2011 – 2012
HIP HOUSE DANCE PASS.
2011 - 2012 Hip House
Dance scHeDuLe
Back to School Bash –
September 16th
Halloween Havoc – October 28th
Jump Off – January 20th
Valentine’s Day Vibe –
February 17th
March Madness – March 23rd
Spring Fest – April 13th
Last Blast – May 18th
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nFL punt, pass & KicK
NFL Flag League, Wallingford Vikings
Junior Football and the
Wallingford Parks and Recreation
and girls ages 8-15 to come be part of
the nationwide skills event sponsored by
the sectional competition and then
the first step on the way to a team
championship at a NFL game. There is
absolutely no cost for this program. For
more information call Kenny Michaels,
Program Specialist at 294-2120.
When: Tues. August 23rd, 6:30 PM
Location: West Side Field
Fee: IT’S FREE
**Participants must bring a copy of their
Competitors must also compete in
triatHLon ages 7-14 neW Date
JuLY 16!!!
Kids will swim in Choate’s indoor 25
meter pool, bike and run on mostly
grass and some trails. All participants
will be required to ride fat-tire bikes
(tires should be at least 1.25 inches
wide and have knobs to grip loose
gravel) and wear a bike helmet. No
exceptions – equipment will be checked
race morning! The course will be
monitored and closed to vehicle traffic.
Kids ages 7-10 will swim 50 meters, bike
1.2 miles, and run 1/2 mile.
Kids ages 11-14 will swim 100 meters,
bike 2.2 miles, and run 3/4 mile.
Awards: Each participant will receive a
T-shirt for registering and a finisher’s
medal for their efforts. Free raffle and
refreshments for all after event!
Date: 7/16 Saturday
Fee: $25
Location: Choate Rosemary Hall
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Voyagers/Trips
A ll trips are subject to change in price
and itinerary. Day tour cancellation
policy applies to all Wallingford Park &
Recreation day tours operated by
Friendship Tours Inc. Any passenger that
cancels a reservation 7 days or less prior
to departure will not be eligible for a
refund. We will examine cancellations on
a case by case basis to determine any
exceptions to this rule. Please note the
Recreation Dept. will make every effort to
send a representative from the office to
see off the trip to and from our destination
and to hear any complaints, concerns
and or recommendations. It should be
understood that this person is not a tour
guide. Please retain the same seats
throughout the trip. A tip for the coach
driver is included in the trip fee. Please
contribute only if you wish since the
gratuity is included in the trip fees. Trips
are rain or shine, unless the tour
company cancels. Many trips involve
walking tours; either with a tour guide or
on your own. Children must be
accompanied by an adult unless
otherwise specified. No lap sitters on the
coach bus. Complete trip itineraries will
be distributed on the morning of the trip.
Travel insurance is recommended for
overnight trips and is offered through
Friendship Tours. Forms are available at
the Recreation Dept. front office.
9505.300 Boston HarBor
BruncH cruise - tHe MaJestY
& tiMe in QuincY MarKet
saturDaY JuLY 16tH
Bus Departs Rec. Dept. 7:45am
Returns: 8:00pm
Fee: $79
Come aboard the Majesty, Boston Harbor
Cruises’ newest addition. This luxurious
vessel features a sumptuous buffet served
elegantly on linen tablecloths. Narrated
by a local historian, learn the past, pres-
ent and future of Boston’s historic har-
bor as we pass the USS Constitution, Old
Harbor Islands and the beauty of Bos-
ton’s skyline. Brunch buffet includes:
Muffins and Danish, Crisp Garden and
Asian Noodle Salads, Scrambled Eggs,
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Summer 2011

held on the streets of historic Little Italy. 2004.310 pLaY WeLL Lego
Known for its festive atmosphere enjoy a caMp pre – engineering
Trips wide variety of ethnic food delicacies
and cooking demonstrations with over
300 vendors to choose from.
ages 5 - 6
In this fun and age appropriate
environment, we will use LEGO to create,
play, and learn. Build a city, town or star
Sausage, Bacon, Pan Seared Chicken base with houses, buildings, pyramids,
Breast with Apricot Sauce, Pasta Primav- singLe game bridges, tunnels, towers and more. Build
era, Gala Apple Crisp and Italian and BaseBaLL triPs motorized cars, trains, buses and trucks;
French Pastries, Coffee, Tea. After Maj- race them, crash them, repair them.
esty Cruise, bus will take you over to *ALL GAME TIMES SUBJECT Explore the many possibilities of LEGO
Quincy Market for some time at the TO CHANGE DUE TO MLB building systems while learning useful
shops. TELEVISION CONTRACTS*
construction techniques.
Kansas City Royals vs Boston
When: August 15th- 19th 9:00am-2:00pm
9161.300 We’re oFF to tHe Red Sox Location: Exit 7A
races! saratoga, nY Wednesday July 27th 7:05pm Instructor: PLAY WELL Camp Staff
saturDaY august 13tH Bus Departs Rec. Dept. 3:00pm Fee: $130
Bus Departs Rec. Dept. 8:30am / Return ETA 1:00am
Returns: 10:00pm Reserved Right Field Box 2004.320 pLaY WeLL Lego
Fee: $61 Section 90 engineering Fun-DaMentaLs
Fee: $122
We are off to the races. It’s race time ages 7 – 9
and the excitement fills the air at the Using LEGO we’ll explore concepts in
Los Angeles Angels vs
world renowned Saratoga Race Course. New York Yankees physics, mechanical engineering,
Come see where the Champion Man O’ Tuesday August 9th 7:05pm structural engineering, and architecture
War lost his only race. Debuting in Bus Departs Rec. Dept. 3:00pm while playing with your favorite
1863, it is the oldest race track in / Return ETA 12:00am creations. Learn how to design and
America. Enjoy the best in horse racing. Terrace Section 334 (Rows 3-7) build motorized machines, catapults,
Lunch will be on your own at the Fee: $80 demolition derby cars, truss and
raceway. Choose from the Turf Terrace, suspension bridges, buildings, and other
The porch Dining Area, The Club Tampa Bay Rays vs constructions. Each session will include
Terrace at the Rail Pavilion and or any Boston Red Sox directed projects with instruction,
of the various concession stands. Tuesday August 16th 7:05pm
performance oriented projects with
Bus Departs Rec. Dept. 3:00pm
Dinner stop at Grandma’s Restaurant guidance from our staff. Free building
/ Return ETA 1:00am
and Country Store in Albany en route Bleacher Seat Section 36 time will be available to construct that
home (Dinner Is On Own). Fee: $110 “really great project” with HUGE
quantities of LEGO. These are fun,
9022.300 cHinatoWn tour & challenging, hands on and minds on
Feast oF san gennaro - neW camps suitable for LEGO novices to
YorK citY Special Interest
“maniacs”.
saturDaY septeMBer 24 tH When: August 15th-19th 1:00pm-4:00pm
Bus Departs Rec. Dept. 7:45am Location: Exit 7A
2075.300 eagLe toastMasters- Instructor: PLAY WELL Camp Staff
Returns: 6:30pm
Fee: $54
puBLic speaKing Fee: $130
Learn public speaking by doing. In a
CHINATOWN is a fascinating
neighborhood in New York, especially
when you join our special guide who
friendly, supportive atmosphere learn
to public speak in a self-paced program a. s. a. P.
knows all the places to visit. Special
which includes both easy and challenged a summer arts Program
guided walking tour to see open
roles, impromptu speaking and Have summer fun with
prepared speeches. This is a great
markets, apothecaries with ancient
opportunity to enrich you personally and INFORMATION
herbal remedies, Buddhist temples,
professionally. Club meets 1st and 3rd Art students – Instructors may ask
street merchants, rare behind the scenes
Mondays of each month 7:15-8:45 pm at students to bring in a minimal amount of
view of life in Chinatown…….then onto
the Recreation Dept. Club dues $33 their own materials or ordinary house-
spending the afternoon at the 84 th
every 6 months payable to the club at hold products to create with. That may
Annual Feast of San Gennaro, New
their meetings. For more info call Ian include a pencils and erasers. Students
York’s Longest running outdoor festival
Brooks 284-2022 may also need a smock.
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Summer 2011
• Art
• Music
• Theater
For kids entering grades 2-7
Dates:
Tuesday • July 5, 2011 through
Thursday • July 28, 2011
Music students – Please let
instructors know of anytime away and
plan on being present the last week and
for the recital. Guitars must be rented
by participant. Keyboards are provided.
Drum pads provided. Participants must
purchase drum sticks.
Theater students – Please let
instructor know of anytime away and
plan on being present the last week and
for the performance. Students may be
asked to help with materials for
costumes.
• Parents Day – Tuesday July 19,
2011 Come and View Your Child’s
Class.
• Final Celebration – Thursday July
28, 2011 3:00p.m. Join us for an art
show and performance of various
classes at the Rec. Dept.
Eligibility: Children entering grades 2-7
Tuition - $60.00 per block per child
($5.00 non-resident fee per block)
Checks payable to Treasurer Town of
Wallingford
Dates: July 5 - July 28, 2011 Times
9:00a.m.-12:00
BLocK 1
9a.m.-10a.m.
art
• 1500.302 Color Drawing gr. 4-7
Rm. 3 max. 10
Learn new drawing techniques through
the history of art itself! With a wide-range
(203) 294-2120
Special
of different mediums, color theory and
projects, the class will address the
questions: What were these artists trying
to say? How can we communicate new
ideas through art? How can we use color
Interest
in different ways? A fun new way at socks, t-shirts, beach towels. Anything
looking at art. (Parents please provide white! Sara Gormley
your child with a 8.5 x 11 sketch book.)
Marissa Blaszko drama
• 1500.303 Round the World Art • 1500.311 Creative Theater – gr.
gr. 2-3 Rm. 7B max. 10 4-7, Rm. 15, max. 20
Come learn about art from around the Create your own script, sets and
world! We will create colorful art costumes, learn acting and improvisation
projects based on the artwork of China, through games and play writing.
Africa, Spain and Australia! Mask Shannon Delahanty
making, Chinese dragons, Outback art
and more. Kim Larkin music
• 1500.318 Piano Basics- gr. 2-3
• 1500.307 Clayworks and Rm. 1 Max. 8
Sculpture- gr. 3-7 Rm. 7A max. 10 No previous experience needed! Students
3-D fun with clay, wood and a variety of will learn basic hand positions on the
materials. Rashmi Talpade keyboard, familiar song, scales and the
• 1500.313 Trendy Textiles gr. 4-7 art of playing with both hands. In
Rm. 9 Max. 10 addition, note reading and basic music
What do tie-dyed clothes, friendship theory will be covered through various
bracelet, scarves, and pillows have in activities. Erin Taylor
common? They are all textiles! Students • 1500.335 Beginning Guitar gr.
will have the opportunity to create 2-7 Rm. 4.5 Max. 10
wearable or useable fashions using cloth, Group size guitar lessons for the absolute
yarn, string, and thread. “Students are beginner. Class will emphasize basic
required to bring in a white article of guitar fundamentals. Students will learn
their choice to tie-dye. Sweatshirts,
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summer camP oPPortunities
(All programs are for Wallingford residents)
*Out of town residents will be considered in June*
suMMer pLaYgrounDs suMMer sizzLers
(ages 6 – 11) (ages 12 – 15)
Registration began on April 14th. Registration began on March 21st.
The following schools will be used Participants must be 12 by July
this summer: Yalesville (75), MYB 5th, start of the program and
(150), Parker Farms (150) must be Wallingford Residents.
Each program site will permit 115 This program will allow your child
children to register per session. the opportunity to travel to different
Playground Program (two 14 day locations each day. Trip will likely
sessions) Playground program include, Six Flags, Lake Compounce,
runs from 8:30- 3:00 p.m. Monday Movies, Quassy, South Street Seaport/
through Friday. Fee is $55 NYC, baseball games, Dave and
per child per session. Birth Busters and tubing. This program
certificates are required at time of runs Monday through Thursday July
registration. (Please no peanut based 5th - August 11th.
snacks or sandwiches). Camp runs Fee for this program is $460.
July 5th - August 12th.
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Summer 2011

Rm. 15, max. 12 Clever Cat. Cool characters or cute

Make creative puppets, write your own characters; create a collection of
Interest puppet play within a theater workshop.
Shannon Delahanty
cartoon characters based on your
favorite animals. Make up stories or
single frame posters to decorate your
music rooms. Cuddly animals, action heroes,
how to read music, chord and correct
hand techniques. You must provide • 1500.316 Beginning Piano gr. imaginary beings, they are yours for
your own guitar. Limited rentals 4-7 Rm. 1 Max. 8 creating. Learn the art of cartooning
available through the instructor and No previous experience needed! Students as well as easy methods of drawing
Joe’s Guitar. Chris Maiocco will learn the basics of piano playing various animals and people. Rashmi
through familiar songs, scales and Talpade
BLocK ii chords which will eventually lead to • 1500.324 Paper Play gr. 4-7
10a.m. -11a.m. playing with both hands. In addition, Rm. 9 Max. 10
note reading, and basic music theory Let’s explore the wonderful world of
art will be covered through various paper! Students will create various
• 1500.329 Recycle It: Renew, activities. Erin Taylor projects that can be made of paper
Revise, Restore! gr. 2-3 Rm. 7B such as handmade paper from pulp,
• 1500.336 Intermediate Guitar
max. 10 paper marbling, paper mache, paper
gr. 2-7 Rm. 4.5 Max. 10
Art that helps our earth by reinventing beads, and paper sculptures. It is truly
everyday items such as egg cartons, Group lessons intermediate players.
Individual attention will be given based amazing what paper can do. Sara
pop bottles, paper and metal Gormley
containers. We will transform everyday up the student’s skill level. You must
items into works of art. Come recycle provide your own guitar. Limited rentals drama
it! Kim Larkin available through the instructor and Joe’s
Guitar. Chris Maiocco • 1500.310 Creative Theater gr.
• 1500.308 Painting gr. 4-7 Rm.
2-3 Rm. 15 max. 15.
3 max. 10 BLocK iii
Together, students will learn different Improvisation and theater games
11a.m.-12 noon create your own play complete with
watercolor technique; how to work
with acrylic paint’ and finally all art script, sets and costumes. Shannon
contribute in a large-scale mural Delahanty
• 1500.304 Eco Art gr. 4-7 Rm. 3
project which will not only expand Max. 10 music
their knowledge of painting but how to All art projects in this class will be • 1500.317 Piano Basics- gr.
work with a team of artists and the geared toward expanding student’s 2-3 Rm. 1 Max. 8
community. Marissa Blaszko understanding of the environment and No previous experience needed!
• 1500.305 Create A Newspaper how artists can work with nature- not Students will learn basic hand
gr. 4-7 Rm. 7A max. 10 against it. Students will learn about upcy- positions on the keyboard, familiar
What does a reporter write about? How cling through craft projects and study song, scales and the art of playing
does a comic strip work? Where do the eco-art movement by creating organ- with both hands. In addition, note
news photos come from? Who decides ic instillation in the natural environment. reading and basic music theory will
what is newsworthy? Interview people, Students will be required to gather some be covered through various activities.
get writing tips, learn how to work materials from home and bring in a digi- Erin Taylor
together and create a newspaper. tal camera to class. Marissa Blaszko • 1500.337 Beginning Drums
Rashmi Talpade
• 1500.309 Young Picasso gr. 2-3 gr. 2-7 Rm. 1 Max 10
• 1500.323 Kitchen Creations Rm. 7B max. 10 Group drum lessons for the beginning
gr. 2-7 Rm. 9 Max. 10 Calling all young artists! Do you love to drum student. Students will be taught
In Kitchen Creations, your child will draw? Express yourself with bright colors essential skills such as how to hold
create useable pieces for the home. and paint. We will learn fun drawing the drumsticks, how to count time,
Items such as mosaic trivets, painted techniques and create mini- and the difference between signatures,
plates, bowls, mugs and handmade clay masterpieces. You will learn how to notes and beats. In addition, reading
dishes will adorn any kitchen with that create on wood, and canvas. Kim basic sheet music will also be
certain childhood spark. Sara Larkin covered. Students will be provided
Gormley with drum pads For Class Use Only.
• 1500.301 Animal Cartoons gr.
Participants must purchase drum
drama 3-7 Rm. 7A max. 10
sticks. Chris Maiocco
• 1500.332 Puppetry gr. 4-7, Meet Sally the Silly Skunk or Chloe the

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Adaptive Recreation
Time: 6:00-6:45pm
Adaptive Recreation Instructor: Carolyn Lavelle

0102.222 Dance poWer

13-18Yrs
Join the fun in this dance infused fitness
class designed specifically for individuals
with special needs. Jam anywhere from
the latest Latin to Hip Hop music while
getting exercise! This uniquely designed
class will incorporate fun dance moves
and movement that will allow you to get
your heart rate going at just the right pace!
Dates: Tuesdays May 17th for 6 weeks
Location: Wallingford Parks & Rec. Dept.
Fee: $50
0130.300 rec. cLuB 16Yrs to
aDuLt
Be it dancing, bowling or just hanging
out with friends old and new, the Rec.
Club is the place to be! Each evening
has a theme around a special event or
holiday and may include games, recre-
ation, movies or a craft. Adventures in
the community are always a possibility
Early Childhood
(bowling, movies or coffee house). The
Rec. Club is a social group for individu-
als who have a physical and/or cognitive
disability ages 16 to adult. The program
is ongoing throughout the year. Please
register to be on our mailing list to
receive our newsletter and schedule of
events.
Fee: $6.00 most events

Early Childhood

Lil Rec’ers is licensed by the CT Dept. of Public Health (License #16428). We offer half
day programs for 3 & 4 year old children. School options are M,W,F, / T, Th or M - F.
New for the 2011-2012 school year a PM Class / Extended program for 3-4
year olds will be on Tuesdays and Thursdays. Morning students can take
advantage of the extended day two days a week. Session 1 will begin September 19 run
through November 11th. All Lil Rec’er sessions will be 8 weeks in length.

Fees for Lil Rec'ers 2011-2012

Monday, Wednesday, Fridays - $235
Tuesday, Thursday AM Class - $185
Tuesday, Thursday Extended Day/PM Class - $170
Monday - Friday - $420
Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays

8:45 - 11:30am 8:45 - 11:30am 8:45 - 11:30am 8:45 - 11:30am 8:45 - 11:30am
3 year olds
Miss Terese Miss Terese Miss Terese Miss Terese Miss Terese

8:45 - 11:30am 8:45 - 11:30am 8:45 - 11:30am 8:45 - 11:30am 8:45 - 11:30am
4 year olds
Miss Betty Miss Betty Miss Betty Miss Betty Miss Betty

NEW!!!!! 11:30am - 2:15pm 11:30am - 2:15pm

EXTENDED/
PM SESSION Miss Despina Miss Despina

2 YEAR OLDS W/PARENT - WANDERERS & WEE BABES

Mondays Tuesdays Wednesdays Thursdays Fridays

9 - 23 Months 9:00 - 10:00am

w/Parent Wee Babes
Fee $65 Miss Despina
2 Year Olds 9:00 -10:00am
w/Parent Wanderers
Fee $65 Miss Despina
NEW!!!! 10:15am -12:15pm 10:15am - 12:15pm
2 Year Olds Wanderers Wanderers
w/Parent - Fee $170 Miss Despina Miss Despina

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 Sports and
Summer 2011

PARISI SPEED SCHOOL

Leagues
Disc goLF course upDate….
The development of The Disc Golf
Course at Lufbery Park is ongoing as
Jason Michael and his group of
volunteers have been working
diligently to complete the project. At
time of publication, there are 7
playable holes are out in the trails.
Holes 8 and 9 should be complete,
weather permitting by mid May. This
will give a fully playable 9 holes. We
are pleased to see players currently
using the course. Jason and his group
have laid out the plain for the back 9
(holes 10-18). The back 9 will be
longer on average and will provide a
welcome challenge for all player
levels. We should mention, upon the
completion of the holes, players will
be rewarded with one of the best views
of town that one can find. With the
addition to this course in the
Wallingford, the Disc Golf enthusiasts
are calling this course one in the “5
on 15” (Merit Pkwy). These five
courses are all located off of the Merit
Parkway (Wallingford, Orange,
Fairfield, Norwalk and New Caanan).
Please feel free to walk the course and
participate in a new activity. The parks
and recreation department will be
looking to form a disc club and or
leagues this upcoming fall.
FALL SPORTS PREP TRAINING
The Parisi Speed School has been providing unique speed training pro-
grams for all athletes, of all sports since 1991. Parisi Speed School has
trained well over 150,000 athletes ranging from youth beginner levels,
to world class professionals in every major sport and the Olympics.
Parisi speed training and speed enhancement programs are nationally
recognized, having serviced; MLS NY/NJ Red Bulls, NY Giants, NY Jets,
Cincinnati Bengals, NE Patriots, Hundreds of WNBA, MLS, NBA, MLB,
NFL, NHL athletes, NFL Youth USA and dozens of CT youth organizations.
4307.301 JuMp start prograM ages 8-11
Science has proven that ages 8-11 are the most critical years in a child’s life
for motor skill development. Jump Start provides a fun environment to
build your young athlete’s physical foundation, improve coordination and
self esteem through our signature speed and strength training methods.
Athletes placed at this level still need to continue to improve their basic
motor development. This program has been proven to enhance coordina-
tion, flexibility, running technique, body weight strength, first step quick-
ness, flexibility, injury prevention, weight loss and self confidence.
When: Mondays 5:00pm - 6:00pm July 11th - Aug. 29th for 8 weeks
Location: Gym 1
Instructor: Parisi Speed School Staff
Fee: $75
4307.302 totaL perForMance ages 12-14
Many experts view the ages of 12-18 as the most ideal ages for developing
speed, strength and power over an athlete’s entire lifetime. This program
was developed using cutting edge techniques to produce maximal improve-
ments in athletic performance. Athletes in this level are guaranteed to
improve speed, increase strength, improve agility, develop endurance, maxi-
mize jumping ability, decrease susceptibility to injury and boost confidence.
When: Mondays 6:15pm - 7:15pm July 11th - Aug. 29th for 8 weeks
Location: Gym 1
Instructor: Parisi Speed School Staff
Fee: $75

suMMer BaseBaLL
DeveLopMentaL caMp
ages 5 - 14
In coordination with the Wallingford
Baseball Association and The Batters
Box, come join a week long of
baseball instruction to help refine and
develop your skills in the game of
baseball. Areas to be covered in the
camp include; Proper Throwing
Mechanics, Infield Techniques,
Positioning, Outfield Play,
Baserunning, Hitting Mechanics,
Techniques of catching and overall
baseball conditioning. Campers will
be divided by age group and skill.
Session I July 18 - 22nd 9am - 1pm
Session II July 25 - 29th 9am - 1pm
Session III Aug. 8 - 12th 9am - 1pm
Session IV Aug. 15 - 19th 9am - 1pm
Location: Keller Fields (Parker Farms
Complex)
Instructors: The Batters Box Staff
Fee: Not Available at Time of Print /
Check back with Rec Dept. June 1st.
4380.300 WaLLingForD
FootBaLL caMp For ages 10-14 Lyman Hall. In three seasons as head
Tom Brockett and his staff of area high
school coaches will teach campers
positioning, technique, skills and
knowledge of offensive and defensive
sides on the football field. This is a great
opportunity for any player looking to
play NFL Flag Football or Wallingford
Vikings this coming fall.
When: Monday - Thursday July 11th -
14th 9:00am - 11:00am
Location: Sheehan High School Turf
Field (Rain location Moran Middle
School Gym) Fee: $90
Instructor: Tom Brockett, Wallingford
Resident, Former 3 sport captain at
football coach at Ansonia High School,
the team is 38-2 including three
Naugatuck Valley League titles and two
CIAC State Championships.

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Summer 2011

4816.320 SkyhawkS TenniS • bagged lunch and sports drink or water,

For ages 6-12Yrs sunscreen. Participants will receive
Skyhawks Tennis provides the beginning a T-shirt and a merit award.
skills needed in this life long sport. When: Monday - Friday August 15th - Leagues
Participants will learn proper techniques 19 9:00am - 1:00pm
th

for grip, footwork, ground strokes, Location: Pragemann Park

volleys, overheads and serving. Fee: $105 4168.300 Hoop House
Participant to coach ratio is approx. 8:1. Instructor: Skyhawks Staff (a nationally BaSkeTBall Camp • for BoyS
Participants will receive a T-shirt recognized sports program provider) & girLs 7-15Yrs
and merit award. “Play basketball, have fun” is our motto
When: Monday - Friday July 11 - 15th th 4815.300 sKYHaWKs Mini - as fundamentals are taught daily by Mike
9:00am - 12:00pm hawk SporTS • for aGeS Papale, Joe Gaetano and Greg Morrone.
Location: Doolittle Park (Rain Location 4-6Yrs Camp features: daily contests, drills &
Rec. Dept. Gym) Fee: $105 This program helps young children stations, team trophies and a camp
Instructor: Skyhawks Staff (a nationally explore basketball, tee ball and soccer T-shirt. Campers will be divided into age
recognized sports program provider) in a day program setting. There is no and skill level groups. Camp held at the
pressure, just lots of fun while these Rec Dept.’s Hoop House Gym. Each
4816.330 SkyhawkS Golf • young athletes participate in all three camper should bring a lunch daily. For
For ages 5-8Yrs sports through unique Skyhawks games. more info stop by the office and pick up
Builds the confidence of new players Our Mini Hawk coaching staff is trained a camp brochure. Session 3 Girls
while teaching proper technique and to meet the special needs of your young Only.
etiquette. Skyhawks utilizes the SNAG children and is committed to starting 4168.301 Session 1 June 27th - July 1st
Coaching System and equipment (clubs them off on the right foot as they take 4168.302 Session 2 August 1st - August 5th
and balls) to maintain safety and their first steps into athletics. The partici- 4168.304 Session 3 August 8th - August 12th
encourage beginning golfers. Young pant to coach ratio is approximately 8:1. Fee: $170 per camper
golfers will experience success by using Participants will receive a T-shirt Staff: Mike Papale, Director Weber
a plastic golf club with an over-sized and a merit award. Basketball League and Joe Gaetano,
ceramic head. In our golf programs we When: Tuesday - Friday July 5th - 8th 9am Sheehan Boys Varsity Coach and 2010
build confidence while teaching proper - 12pm Class M State Champions
technique and etiquette. Location: Gym 1 Fee: $89
The participant-to-coach ratio is Instructor: Skyhawks Staff (a nationally
approximately 8:1. Please do not recognized sports program provider) New! aLL sKiLLs soFtBaLL
cLinic For girLs
bring own clubs.
ages 8 - 16
Skyhawks Golf participants must 4245.300 cHaLLenger BritisH The All Skills program will emphasize
bring: T-shirt/shorts/sweats/ soccer caMp
socks (i.e., appropriate clothing) Two the fundamental skills of softball. During
Join us for some great soccer fun! The the hitting sessions, players will learn the
Snacks & Water Bottle, mini soccer program for ages 3-5 is
Sunscreen. Participants will receive focused on fun soccer activities, basic correct sequence of hitting mechanics
a T-shirt and a merit award. and the importance of dynamic balance
technical practices and small sided and rhythm during their swing. Students
When: Monday - Friday August 1 - 5 st th
games. The half day and full day
9:00am – 12:00pm will maximize the power in their swing
program for ages 6-9 and 10-16 places with correct weight transfer and hand-
Fee: $105 the emphasis upon individual skill
Instructor: Skyhawks (a nationally path to the ball. In addition, fundamentals
development, mastery of the core
recognized sports program provider) of throwing and fielding positions (dou-
techniques and fundamental tactical
Location: Pragemann Park awareness. All sessions include ball and ble plays, covering bases, cutoffs, etc.)
t-shirt and are held at Pragemann Park and defensive and offensive strategies will
4816.340 sKYHaWKs MuLti- 4245.301 Mini soccer 3-5yr 9-10:30am be covered. This program includes base
SporT Camp • for aGeS Fee: $84 July 18-22 running, sliding, and live game situations.
Players will be broken up into skill and
7-11Yrs 4245.302 Mini soccer 3-5yr 10:40-
12:10pm Fee: $84 July 18-22 age groups during the clinic.
Multi-Sport programs are structured
through the Skyhawks progression. 4245.303 half day 6-16yr 9am-12pm When: August 1st - 5th Monday - Friday
These programs are designed for the Fee: $116 July 18-22 9:00am - 12:00pm
all-around player interested in sports 4245.304 half day 6-16yr Location: Pragemann Park Field 6
and teach fundamentals of several sports 12:30pm-3:30pm Fee: $116 July 18-22 (Behind Pavilion)
in an enriching and enjoyable 4245.305 full day 8-16yr 9:00–3:30pm Fee: $109 Resident / $119 Non
atmosphere. Participants to coach ratio Fee: $167 July 18-22 Residents
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 Sports and
Leagues
Instructors: USA Elite Training
Directors, Jen Hapanowicz and Kim
Gwydir and the USA Elite Training
Softball Coaching Staff. For details on
staff background please go to www.
usaelitetraining.com
4112.300 Karate suMMer
KaMp ages 7-11
No karate experience necessary to enroll
in Karate Kamp. Work on physical
fitness, concentration, self esteem, learn
karate techniques, participate in fun
karate games and arts and crafts. Week
consists of 4 half days at the Parks and
Recreation Department as well as one
full day at the Community Pool.
When: 4112.312 August 15th - 19th
Monday - Thursday 9:00am - 12:00pm
(Friday 8/19 11:00 - 2:00pm)
4112.302 August 22nd - 26th Monday
- Thursday 9:00am - 12:00pm (Friday
8/26 11:00 - 2:00pm)
Fee: $85
Location: Exit 15
Instructor: The Institute of Martial Arts
Staff
4052.300 liTTle ninjaS • for
3-4 Yrs
Karate techniques incorporated with
essential motor skills for 3-4 yr. olds.
The curriculum includes balance,
memory, team work, coordination,
focus, and other age specific skills
training. Often young children want to do
what the big kids do but don’t have the
essential motor skills. This class teaches
those while building self-esteem and
respect for self and others.
All Classes 12 Weeks
When: 4052.301 Fridays July 8th -
September 23rd 5:30pm - 6:00pm
4052.302 Saturdays July 9th - September
24th 9:00am - 9:30pm
Fee: $ 70
Location: Parks and Rec. Room TBA
Instructor: Institute of Martial Arts Staff
& Jr. Black Belt Instructors
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Summer 2011
4052.300 kiCkin kidS • for Rollers 3 - 4 years old
ages 5-6Yrs 4045.303 Tuesdays 10:15am - 11:00am
Dynamic karate techniques taught with 4045.305 Tuesdays 4:30pm - 5:15pm
an emphasis on kicks, punches, blocks, 4045.306 Wednesdays 9:30am-10:15am
4045.309 Thursdays 10:15am-11:00am
coordination, bullying prevention, and
beginner karate weapons training. 4045.310 Thursdays 5:15pm - 6:00pm
Situational self-defense will be taught so Bounders 5 - 6 years old
our youngest can avoid conflict. Class is 4045.304 Tuesdays 5:15pm - 6:00pm
designed to have a student develop into 4045.307 Wednesday (Combo 5-8yrs.)
the more structured karate program that 10:15am - 11:00am
starts at 7 years old. Emphasis on Fee: $45
technique and coordination without the Location: Gymnastics Room
traditional forms patterns of movements. Instructor: Park & Rec staff T.B.D.
When: 4052.321 Fridays July 8th -
September 23rd 6:00pm - 6:45pm 4150.301 Beginner Fencing
4052.322 Saturday July 9th - September For Fun 10Yrs. - aDuLt
24thth 9:30am - 10:15am An introduction to the sport of foil
Fee: $85 fencing. Students will learn footwork
Location: Parks and Rec. Room TBA and basic blade moves. The class will
Instructor: Institute of Martial Arts feature drills with a goal of supervised
Staff & Jr. Black Belt Instructors bouts.
When: Tuesdays, July 5th for 8 weeks
4050.300 Karate tang soo 7:00-8:00pm
doo • for 7-15yrS and adulTS Fee: $50
A chance for participants to develop Location: Exit 16
martial arts skills, build strength and Instructor: Laureen Galayda and
confidence and build self discipline. Sandra Marchant
Parents are encouraged to begin training
at the same time as their children’s class 4150.302 interMeDiate
regardless of rank. Great fun and family Fencing For Fun 10Yrs. -
activity. aDuLt
All Classes 12 Weeks For fencers who have successfully
When: 4050.302 Wednesdays July 6th completed a foil program. This course
- September 21st 6:30pm - 7:30pm will emphasize various attacks and
4050.305 Saturday July 9th - September defenses, improving basic skills and bout
24th 10:15 - 11:30am tactics.
Fee: $85 When: Thursdays, July 7th for 8 weeks
Location: Exit 14 7:00-8:00pm
Instructor: Institute of Martial Arts Fee: $50
Staff & Jr. Black Belt Instructors Location: Exit 16
Instructor: Laureen Galayda and
4045.300 co-eD gYMnastics Sandra Marchant
Come and join the fun of gymnastics and
our revised program with In-Flight 4165.300 Fat Dog Fencing
Gymnastics. All new programs start with cLuB
the basics and move along the skill path For experienced fencers who are
at your own pace. Classes grouped interested in expanding their knowledge
according to ability and age. and skill in the sport of fencing foil.
Session Starts Tuesday July 12th for 6 When: Tuesday & Thursday, 8-10pm,
weeks Year round – membership is ongoing
Tumblers 15 - 36 months with Fee: $50 adults/$25 students (through
parent college)
4045.301 Tuesdays 9:30am - 10:15am Location: Exit 16
4045.302 Thursdays 9:30am - 10:15am Instructor: Laureen Galayda
4045.308 Thursdays 4:30pm - 5:15pm
(203) 294-2120

Summer 2011
4166.300 open ping pong For
aDuLts 18 anD over
Come on down and join us as we open
up the ping pong tables for some open
play. We are looking for players who are
looking to have some fun in a relaxed
and friendly atmosphere. Play is open to
all skill levels, beginner through
advanced.
When: Wednesdays (ongoing)
6:00pm - 8:00pm
Location: Exit 7A
Fee: Free!!
tennis cLinic FaLL cLasses
For YoutH & aDuLts
Basic fundamentals of tennis will be the
focus; proper grip, stroke preparation
and follow through, court positioning,
scoring and match play. Clinics held at
Harrison Park Tennis Courts.
Participants must bring your own
racquet.
When: Saturdays, September 3rd for 4
weeks (Rain Date: October 1st)
4090.303 1:00-2:30 16yrs and up
4090.302 2:30-4:00 10-12yrs
4090.301 4:00-5:30 13-15yrs
Location: Harrison Park
Fee: $40
Instructor: Mat Donarumo
co-eD open gYM voLLeYBaLL
Thursday nights come join the crew for
some co-ed recreational volleyball (until
May 26th). Gym time will change
beginning Friday June 3rd to Fridays
from 7:30pm - 10:00pm (sharp...).
Please see the message board in the
front door foyer for current times.
Open gym volleyball is open for
Wallingford residents only. Starting
Sept 1, 2011 through end of May open
volleyball will move back to Thursday
nights. Also if at any time numbers of
participants are low the Rec Dept
reserves the right to accommodate other
groups or activities on an as need basis
on one side or both sides of the gym.
Leagues
4101.301 tennis LaDDer For
ages 18+
Looking for a good, spirited, fun tennis
match on a weekly basis then join Steve
(203) 294-2120
Pepe and the gang at the Doolittle Park
Tennis Courts on Mondays and Wednes-
days starting a 6:30pm to get your rung
on the ladder so to speak. Each week
compete with someone of equal skill or
better luck. Check out your standing
online at www.ropeyladder.com.
When: Starts Mondays and Wednesdays
6:30-10:30pm thru Sept.
23rd for 22 weeks.
Participants must call in to
register or fill out registration
form at Parks and Recreation
Department or first night of play.
No Fee to register
4200.300 girLs YoutH
VolleyBall • aGeS 8-15
Learn the game of volleyball, rules,
teamwork, sportsmanship and most
important fun. Join us for ten weeks this
fall (before basketball) and take part in
clinics, practices, games and even watch
a high school game.
Thursdays: 5:30 – 7:30pm
Saturdays: 12:00 – 4:00pm
When: September 17th for ten weeks
Fee: $70 includes league t-shirt
Coordinator: Ken Kish
4330.400 aDuLt Men’s FaLL
sLo-pitcH soFtBaLL League
Games are played twice a week for 7
weeks with make up games on Fridays
and/or Sundays. Single elimination
playoffs following regular league play. All
games held at West Side Field.
Registration for returning teams
New resident team registration
New Corporate Teams starts
New Non Resident Teams until 16 teams
are registered.
League begins play Sept. 6th
League fee is $600 per team.
Non–resident teams $650
4169.400 WeBer BoYs anD
gannon girLs
YoutH BasKetBaLL League
2010-2011 season
registration
Coming off the 10-11 season, the
Weber and Gannon leagues enrolled
over 1100 kids. We start preparing for
a bigger and better 2011-12 season.
www.town.wallingford.ct.us
Sports and
Leagues
Registration will be conducted
JULY 18TH – SEPTEMBER 30TH
Boys and Girls ages 7-8, 9-10,
11-12, 13-15. The Tentative League
start with games will be December 5th.
Dads and moms requesting to be coach-
es please pick up a coaches volunteer
form and attend coaches registration
during the registration period for play-
ers. Coaches will be subject to a back-
ground check and first time coaches are
required to attend a NAYS Coaches Certi-
fication program sponsored through the
Recreation Dept. If you are a returning
coach please send us your NAYS renewal
form if it is mailed to you.
Divisions
Weber - 1st/2nd Grade
Gannon - 7/8 year olds
Weber - 3rd Grade
Gannon - 9/10 year olds
Weber - 4th Grade
Gannon - 11/12 year olds
Weber - 5th Grade
Gannon - 13/15 year olds
Weber - 6th Grade
Weber - 7th Grade
Weber - 8th Grade
Weber - High School
Fee: $50 per player
Aquatics
FaMiLY sWiM at coMMunitY
pooL
Open family swim is available at Commu-
nity Pool. Lifeguards are on duty during
the posted public swim hours. Changing
rooms and showers are available. You
must purchase a pool tag to enter into
the pool. Tags are good from June –
August. Pool tags are $15.00 pp/year
for residents ages 13-62, Children 12
and under are $5.00, Seniors 63 and
over are $5.00. Tags will not be sold to
non-residents. (Please note all partici-
pants will be charged a $15.00 replace-
ment for all lost tags.) Children 15 and
under are required to have an adult
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 Health and
Fitness
present with them at the pool. Commu-
nity Pool Opening date June 18, 19, June
25 - August 21, 2011. Hours 11:00a.m.
-7:00pm. Monday – Sunday. Recreation
Department reserves the right to close
the pool for a special event.
Health & Fitness
Kids Health & Fitness
4263.300 KiDs oFF roaD
triatHLon - neW Date JuLY 16tH
Kids will swim in Choate’s indoor 25
meter pool, bike and run on mostly
grass and some trails. All participants
will be required to ride fat-tire bikes
(tires should be at least 1.25 inches wide
and have knobs to grip loose gravel) and
wear a bike helmet. No exceptions –
equipment will be checked race
morning! The course will be monitored
and closed to vehicle traffic
Kids ages 7-10 will swim 50 meters, bike
1.2 miles, and run 1/2 mile.
Kids ages 11-14 will swim 100 meters,
bike 2.2 miles, and run 3/4 mile.
Awards: Each participant will receive a
T-shirt for registering and a finisher’s
medal for their efforts. Free raffle and
refreshments for all after event!
Date: Saturday July 16th
Fee: $25
New! 5135.310 zuMBatoMic
® ages 5-8
Hey kids, this is a ZUMBA class just for
you! This fitness class applies the basics
of the ZUMBA program and transforms it
into a fun, age appropriate program for
children aged 5 – 8. Kids love to crank
up the music, dance, shake, and have a
blast with their friends, so why not get fit
while they’re at it? Join the party this
summer!
Instructor: Cheryl Myers certified NETA
and licensed Zumba instructor
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Summer 2011
Session 1: 7/19-8/23 for 6 weeks, Yoga
Tuesdays 4:00-4:30 PM
Location: Exit 16 Fee: $25
5135.311 Session 2: 8/1-8/22 for 4
weeks, Mondays 10:00-10:30 AM
5300.301 prenataL Yoga
A gentle practice designed to help
women prepare both physically and
Location: Exit 14 emotionally for childbirth. Asana are
Fee: $15 specifically designed to build both
strength and stamina. Relaxation tech-
New! 5135.320 zuMBatoMic niques your
are used to help you bond with
baby and enjoy this special time of
® ages 9-12
Hey kids, this is a ZUMBA class just for your life. Experience the fellowship and
support of other pregnant women while
you! This fitness class applies the basics
of the ZUMBA program and transforms it nourishing yourself and unborn child.
into a fun, age appropriate program for Bring a mat, blanket, pillow, and water
children aged 9 – 12. Kids love to bottle. Class fee can be adjusted for
crank up the music, dance, shake, and those who will be delivering their babies
have a blast with their friends, so why before the end of the session.
Equipment Needed: Your own yoga mat
not get fit while they’re at it? Join the
party this summer! Instructor: Lauren Henrici, RYT, yoga
Instructor: Cheryl Myers certified NETA fit certified instructor
Date: 7/9-9/17 for 10 weeks, no class
and licensed Zumba instructor
9/3
5135.320 Session 1: 7/19-8/23 for 6
Class Time: Saturdays 11:20-12:20 PM
weeks, Tuesdays 4:30-5:00 PM
Location: Exit 16
Location: Exit 16
Fee: $55
Fee: $25
5135.321 Session 2: 8/1-8/22 for 4
5031.301 earLY Morning Yoga
weeks, Mondays 10:30-11:00 AM
poWer
Location: Exit 14
Start your day with a powerful workout.
Fee: $15
Challenge your ability to increase your
5353.300 FaMiLY suMMer run/ strength and flexibility. The rest of the
WaLK tracK series day is yours to enjoy. Class is for all
levels.
Join the fun each Wednesday evening
during the summer! Running and Equipment Needed: Your own yoga mat
walking events for all ages and abilities. Instructor: Sue Schade, certified yoga
Last year we had toddlers through adults instructor
out on the track. A great way to get fit Class Time: Monday, Wednesdays
and Fridays 5:45-6:45 AM
and spend time as a family! The class
will start with a 10 minutes warm-up Date: 6/27-9/16 for 11 weeks, no class
7/4, 9/5
with walking and/or running, and
stretching. We will run various individual Location: Exit 16
and relay events each night depending Fee: $155
on participants interests. Kids will
receive a finishers ribbon each week for 5300.300 Yoga FLoW
racing. Events will be timed. This multi-level class builds on the basic
Instructor: Coach Kelli Montgomery is yoga postures (asanas) and links them
the Wallingford Parks & Recreation together with breath awareness to create
Health&Fitness Supervisor, USA Certified a dynamic and challenging flow. Stu-
Triathlon coach dents will enjoy the benefits of increased
Dates: 6/29-8/3 for 6 weeks muscular strength, as well as flexibility
Class Time: Wednesdays 5:45-6:45 PM and balance. You will leave class feeling
Location: Sheehan Outdoor Track both energized and peaceful. All levels
Price: $10 entire series per person, welcome!
Family Rate: $30 entire series Equipment Needed: Your own yoga mat
Instructor: Lauren Henrici, RYT, yoga
fit certified instructor
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Summer 2011
Date: 7/9-9/17 for 10 weeks no class 9/3
Class Time: Saturdays 9:00-10:15 AM
Location: Exit 16
Fee: $55
5034.300 open FLoW Yoga
For those wanting a little more out of
their yoga practice. Open flow yoga
offers mindful challenge time to explore
and deepen poses, conscious breathing,
and increased energy and focus. Class
can be vigorous at times so some yoga
experience is helpful, or people that have
good stamina.
Note: this is a vigorous class.
Equipment Needed: Your own yoga mat
Instructor: Sally Noel has been teach-
ing yoga since 1998 in the hatha yoga
tradition. With advanced certification in
teaching and yoga therapy. Sally brings a
wealth of knowledge and intuition to her
classes. She’s owned Raven’s Wing Yoga
Studio in Branford since 2004.
Date: 6/27-9/12 for 10 weeks, no class
7/4, 9/5
Class Time: Mondays 9:30-10:45 AM
Location: Exit 6
Fee: $55
5023.300 gentLe Yoga &
MeDitation
A nurturing, healing yoga experience for
the beginner student or those needing
some relaxation and ease in their life.
Basic yoga postures and breathing are
taught in a gentle way to help students
release deep tension and stress from
their bodies and minds.
Equipment Needed: Your own yoga mat
Instructor: Leslie Fiore, certified yoga
instructor
Date: 6/27-9/12 for 10 weeks, no class
7/4, 9/5
Class Time: Mondays 11:00-12:00 PM
Location: Exit 6
Fee: $55
5032.300 MoDerate Yoga
An all levels yoga class balancing
opening yoga stretches and poses with
more dynamic sequences to help
strengthen balance, increase energy and
flexibility. Something for everybody!
Students encouraged to work at their
own pace.
(203) 294-2120
Instructor: Sally Noel has been teaching
yoga since 1998 in the hatha yoga
tradition. With advanced certification in
teaching and yoga therapy. Sally brings a
wealth of knowledge and intuition to her
classes. She’s owned Raven’s Wing Yoga
Studio in Branford since 2004.
Equipment Needed: Your own yoga mat
Date: 7/8-9/16 for 12weeks
Class Time: Fridays 9:30-10:45 AM
Location: Exit 6
Fee: $65
Yoga poWer
Power Yoga is a high energy total body
workout. This class will combine fitness
training with stress release in a single
workout. The flowing of breathing and
movement enables you to increase
strength, flexibility, stamina and
concentration. Energy levels are
improved and the mind left calm and
focused.
Equipment Needed: Your own yoga mat
Instructor: Sue Schade, yoga certified
instructor
5031.300 Mondays 5:15-6:30 PM
Date: 6/27-9/12 for 10 weeks, no class
7/4, 9/5
Location: Exit 15
Fee: $55
5031.303 Tuesdays 5:15-6:30 PM
Date: 6/28-9/13 for 12 weeks
Location: Exit 15
Fee: $65
cLassic HatHa Yoga
Calming, Refreshing, Centering, Uplifting.
Learn to Listen to Your Body with Yoga, a
Balance for Body, Mind and Spirit, giving
you Better Health, Energy, Focus, and
Flexibility. All are welcome-for everyone
to do at their own level. Classes include
a Variety of Postures and Exercises in the
Classical Style, with a Meditative focus.
Also included are Breathing Awareness,
Stretching, Relaxation Techniques,
Guided Meditation, Deep Relaxation, and
more. Starting slow and building within
each class and from class to class. Best
not to eat 2hrs prior.
Equipment Needed: Your own yoga
mat, Optional: Small pillow.
Instructor: Barbara DeSapio, certified
yoga instructor, teaching in CT since 1997
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Health and
Fitness
5025.300 Tuesdays 7:00-8:15 PM
Date: 7/5-9/13 for 11 weeks
Location: Exit 6
Fee: $60
5025.301 Thursdays 7:00-8:15 PM
Date: 7/7-9/15 for 11weeks
Location: Exit 6
Fee: $60
New! 5500.300 Hip Hip
HooraY!
This Yoga practice has just what your
body needs, hip opening and stretching!
This series will incorporate sun
salutations, core work and have a strong
emphasis on releasing tightness and
imbalances in the hips. Relaxation will
round out this hour long meditative
therapy session for your hips!
Instructor: Shelly Welch, R.Y.T, yoga
certified instructor
Equipment Needed: Your own yoga mat
Date: 6/29-9/14 for 12 weeks
Class Time: Wednesdays 5:30-6:30 PM
Location: Exit 16
Fee: $65
5032.301 MixeD LeveL Yoga
A hatha yoga class designed for all levels.
This practice is focused on expressing
the asana (postures) from the inside out
.Breath work and meditation will be
included. Based on the principles of
Anusara yoga, this therapeutic yoga will
open your heart and align your body to
its greatest potential.
Instructor: Leslie Fiore, certified yoga
instructor
Date: 6/29-9/14 for 12 weeks
Class Time: Wednesdays 9:30-10:45 AM
Location: Exit 14
Fee: $65
5340.300 vinYasa FLoW Yoga
Vinyasa, which means breath-
synchronized movement, is a vigorous
style based on the performance of a
series of poses called Sun Salutations, in
which movement is matched to the
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certification programs. It's used by Specialty Fitness

rehab and prenatal clients, athletes,
Fitness celebrities and everyone in between.
Equipment Needed: Your own yoga mat
Instructor: Linda Roy Stott pilates
5120.301 strengtH training
at cHoate roseMarY HaLL’s
Fitness center
breath. Christina’s vinyasa classes are full certified instructor Get a personalized strength training
of energy and movement, with a clear Date: 6/28-9/13 for 12 weeks program. Sue will design a program
focus on connecting the breath with the Class Time: Tuesdays 7:00-8:00 PM based on your goals and will supervise
body. She works to help her students Location: Exit 15 and guide you through your workout.
find the depth of their breath, allowing Fee: $65 You can’t beat what you get out of this
them to de-stress, clear negative energy program: a personalized workout plan,
and find a more open heart and freedom 5333.301 Yoga-piLates Fusion Sue’s expertise and guidance, and use
in the asana. All levels welcome! Yoga/Pilates Fusion is dynamic class that of Choate’s new state-of-the art fitness
Equipment Needed: Your own yoga combines yoga asanas, sun salutations center for a great price!!! You will
mat Optional: Bring your yoga mat. and balance sequences with mat make use of free weights, nautilus, and
Instructor: Christina Casavina certified exercises inspired by Joseph Pilates cardio equipment (treadmills, bicycles,
yoga instructor designed to strengthen your core. This is ellipticals, stairclimbers, etc.)
Date: 6/30-9/15 for 12 weeks a challenging workout using popular Showers are also available.
Class Time: Thursdays 5:30-6:45 PM music that will have you feeling both Instructor: Sue Schade
Location: Exit 14 “longer” and “stronger.” Date: 6/28-9/13 for 12 weeks
Fee: $65 Equipment Needed: Your own yoga mat Class Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays
Instructor: Lauren Henrici RYT, Yoga- 5120.301 Session A 8:00-9:15 AM
5031.302 Yoga core Fit certified instructor 5120.300 Session B 9:15-10:30 AM
Yoga using the stability ball. Increased Date: 6/29-9/14 for 12 weeks Location: Choate Rosemary Hall’s
abdominal and back “core” strength Class Time: Wednesdays 6:00-7:00 PM Fitness Center Fee: $95
while challenging your balance. All levels Location: Exit 15
welcome. Fee: $65 5140.300 BeLLYDance
Equipment Needed: Your own yoga mat Raise your fitness level, coordination and
Instructor: Sue Schade Yoga certified 5029.310 iM=x piLates confidence as you discover the magic of
instructor This class will use traditional Pilates one of the oldest and most beautiful
Date: 7/8-9/16 for 10 weeks no class 9/2 exercises in a contemporary format. dance forms! Aleenah provides clear,
Class Time: Fridays 5:15-6:30 PM The routines will combine elements of easy to follow instruction, incorporating
Location: Exit 15 strength training with Pilates style elements of Egyptian, Turkish, Gypsy, and
Fee: $55 exercise to challenge you in a safe and Tribal bellydance styles. Each class
progressive manner. (Pilates uses a offers exciting dance combinations that
Pilates series of exercises in combination with a will keep you bellydancing! All levels are
forced exhalation breathing.) You will welcome.
build core strength, improve posture, Instructor: Aleenah, bellydance
New! 5029.311 stott learn deep breathing techniques, and instructor and performer
piLates Matt cLass increase flexibility. A basic level of Date: 6/28-9/13 for 12 weeks
STOTT PILATES is a contemporary fitness is recommended for this class. Class Time: Tuesdays 7:30-8:30 PM
approach to the original exercise Equipment Needed: Your own yoga mat Location: Exit 14 Fee: $65
method pioneered by the late Joseph Instructor: Kim Moran IM=X Pilates
Pilates. Co-founders Moira and Lindsay certified instructor 5015.300 artHritis FounDation
G. Merrithew, along with a team of Date: 6/30-9/15 for 9 weeks (no class exercise prograM
physical therapists, sports medicine and 7/28) This class is a program of specialized
fitness professionals, have spent over Class Time: Thursdays 5:30-6:30 PM exercises promoting range of motion,
two decades refining the STOTT PILATES Location: Exit 15 flexibility and relaxation enhancing the
method of exercise and equipment. This Fee: $50 quality of life.
resulted in the inclusion of modern Instructor: Elaine Doherty, Arthritis
principles of exercise science and spinal Foundation Certified
rehabilitation, making it one of the safest Date: 7/6-8/31 for 9 weeks
and effective methods available. This Class Time: Wednesdays and 12:30-
clear and detailed approach forms the 1:30 PM
basis for STOTT PILATES training and Location: Wallingford Sr. Citizen Center
Fee: $15
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Seniors Please leave your pets at home.

Instructor: Mary Nieves
5005.300 sWing sHiFt
This class is designed for the active
senior. Move and step to your favorite
Date: 6/27-9/16
Class Time: Mondays, Wednesdays, and
Fridays 6:00-7:00 AM
Fitness
music as you improve your cardiovascu- Location: Walk starts at Simpson Court
lar health. Strength and balance exer- at the Wishing Well (Corner of North Evenings Classes
cises also included for complete fitness. Main St. and Center St.)
This class will keep you moving and keep Fee: $10 5330.300 BootcaMp
you doing the activities you love to do! Achieve your fitness goals with this
Class is for 50+ Adult Fitness Classes military inspired circuit workout. A fun
Instructor: Lauren Henrici Mondays Our fitness classes are great for and challenging variety of cardio and
and Wednesdays, Linda Roy Fridays the beginner and experienced strength drills that will increase your
Date: 6/27-9/16 exerciser! endurance, power, speed, balance, and
Class Time: Mondays, Wednesdays, and coordination.
Fridays 10:30-11:15 AM ***Attention: Out of Town Instructor: Sue Moreschi, ACE certified
Location: Exit 16 Residents will be charged $5 Date: 6/27-9/12 f or 10 weeks, no class
Fee: $30 for each individual fitness class 7/4, 9/5
taken.**** Class Time: Monday’s 5:45-6:45 PM
5005.301 zuMBa goLD® Location: Exit 16 Fee: $30
Zumba Gold targets the largest growing Fitness Class Prices*
segment of the population: baby boom- *Prices apply only to those listed 5325.300 suMMer varietY
ers. It takes the Zumba formula and under “Fitness Classes” Week to week we will use different
modifies the moves and pacing to suit Classes are priced based on number exercise equipment and routines in
the needs of the active older participant, of weeks and length of class. order to stay motivated and challenged.
as well as those just starting their journey Every class will include cardio as well as
to a fit and healthy lifestyle. What stays The more classes you sign up for toning/weight segments. Weights, jump
the same are all the elements the Zumba the more you SAVE!!! ropes, body bars, steps, bands, stability
Fitness-Party is known for: the zesty Latin Prices: and medicine balls to name some of the
music, like salsa, merengue, cumbia 2 Classes take $10 off the total price equipment we will use. A great full body
and reggaeton; the exhilarating, easy-to- 3 Classes take $20 off the total price workout!
follow moves; and the invigorating, party- 4 Classes take $35 off the total price Instructor: Karen Shoshani, NETA
like atmosphere. Active older adults want 5 Classes take $45 off the total price certified
camaraderie, excitement and fitness as Date: 6/28-9/13 for 12 weeks
a regular part of their weekly sched- Morning Classes Class Time: Tuesdays 6:00-7:00 PM
ule. Zumba Gold is the perfect fit. It’s a Location: Exit 16 Fee: $36
dance-fitness class that feels friendly, and 5147.300 Morning Motivators
most of all, fun. Have fun while burning fat and building 5153.300 suMMer circuits
Instructor: Lauren Henrici AFAA and muscle! Using a wide variety of During this high energy 45min summer
Zumba Gold certified instructor equipment including the step, bosu, free class we will rotate around the room
Date: 6/28-9/15 weights, body bars, bands, stability balls, completing short intervals of various
Class Time: Tuesdays and Thursdays medicine balls, pilates rings, foam rollers fitness exercises. A wide variety of cardio
11:00-11:45 AM etc. we will reshape your body! Simple and strength training equipment will be
Location: Exit 16 Fee: $25 choreography, fun and effective! utilized weekly.
Offered 3 times a week to meet the Instructor: Gwen Silloway
Walking demands of your ever changing schedule. Date: 6/29-9/14 for 12 weeks
All fitness levels welcome! Class Time: Wednesdays 5:15-6:00 PM
5006.300 earLY Morning Instructor: Certified Instructors -Lauren Location: Exit 15 Fee: $36
striDers Henrici AFAA (teaches M,W) and Linda
Come join an energetic, enthusiast and Roy NETA (teaches F) 5135.304 zuMBa toning
fun group of people who enjoy the Dates: 6/27-9/16 for 11 weeks, no class The party continues with this new
and innovative cardio class! ZUMBA
outdoors. Meet us at the at the Wishing 7/4,9/5
Class Time: Monday, Wednesday, and Toning takes the original ZUMBA dance
Well in Simpson Court and walk
fitness class to the next level by infusing
rigorously through the wonderful streets Friday 9:30-10:30 AM
cardio with light weight resistance using
of Wallingford. Complete the walk by 7 Location: Exit 16
AM and start your day feeling energized. Fee: $85 for (M,W,F days) Continued on page 15
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SUMMER HEALTH &

Fitness FITNESS SCHEDULE
MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

5:45-6:45 AM 5:45-6:45 AM 6:00-6:45 AM 5:45-6:45 AM

Sue S Sue S Cheryl Sue S
Power Yoga Power Yoga Zumba Toning Power Yoga
Early
Morning 6:00-7:00 AM
6:00-7:00 AM 6:00-7:00 AM
Mary
Mary Mary
Early AM
Early AM Striders Early AM Striders
Striders

9:30-10:30 AM 8:00-9:15 AM 9:30-10:30 AM 8:00-9:15 AM 9:30-10:30 AM

9:00-10:15 AM
Lauren Sue S Lauren Sue S Linda
Lauren
Morning Strength Morning Strength Morning
Yoga Flow
Motivators Training A Motivators Training A Motivators

9:15-10:30 AM 9:30-10:45 AM 9:15-10:30 AM 10:30-11:15

9:30-10:45 AM 9:30-10:45 AM
Sue S Leslie Sue S AM
Sally Sally
Strength Mixed Level Strength Lauren
Open Flow Yoga Moderate Yoga
Morning Training Yoga Training ZUMBA

11:20-12:20
10:35-11:20 AM 11:00-11:45 AM 10:35-11:20 AM 11:00-11:45 AM 10:35-11:20 AM
PM
Lauren Lauren Lauren Lauren Linda
Lauren
Swing Shift Zumba Gold Swing Shift Zumba Gold Swing Shift
Prenatal Yoga

11:00-12:00 PM 12:30 -1:30 PM

Leslie Elaine
Gentle Yoga Arthritis Class

5:15-6:00 PM 5:00-5:45 PM
Sue M Gwen
All Weights Summer Circuits

5:30-6:30 PM
5:15-6:30 PM 5:15-6:00 PM 5:30-6:30 PM 5:15-6:30 PM
Shelly
Sue S Cheryl Kim Sue S
Hip Hip Hooray
Yoga Power Zumba IM=X Pilates Yoga Core
yoga

5:15-6:30 PM 6:30-7:15 PM 5:30-7:45 PM

Sue S Shelly Christina
Yoga Power ZUMBA Vinyasa Yoga

6:00-7:00 PM 6:00-7:00 PM
Evening 6:00-7:00 PM 5:45-6:45 PM 5:30-6:30 PM
Karen Lauren
Sue M Sue M Vicky
Summer Yoga-Pilates
Boot Camp 50/50 All Weights
Variety Fusion

6:35-7:20 PM 7:00-8:00 PM 7:15-8:00 PM 7:00-7:45 PM

Cheryl Linda Fee Jamie
Zumba Toning Stott Pilates ZUMBA ZUMBA

7:20-8:05 PM 7:00-8:15 PM 8:00-8:45 PM 7:00-8:15 PM

Cheryl Barbara Fee Barbara
ZUMBA Hatha Yoga ZUMBA Hatha Yoga

7:30-8:30 PM 8:00-9:00 PM
Aleenah Jess
Bellydance Turbo Kick

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specialized toning sticks or weights.
This class format combines Latin/
International rhythms with dynamic
resistive exercises to further improve
overall muscle tone and performance.
Join the fun and experience a brand new
approach to weighted activity!
Instructor: Cheryl Myers NETA certified
Dates: 6/27-9/12 for 10 weeks no class
7/4, 9/5
Class Time: Mondays 6:35-7:20 PM
Location: Exit 15 Fee: $30
5135.312 zuMBa toning-earLY Location: Exit 15
aM cLass
Description: See Monday class above
Instructor: Cheryl Myers NETA certified Instructor: Lauren Henrici certified ACE certified instructor
instructor
Date: 7/21-9/15 for 9 weeks
Class Time: Thursday’s 6:00-6:45 AM
Location: Exit 15 Fee: $27
zuMBa!®
Come join the party and see what all
the fun is about!! Experience Zumba,
the country’s fastest growing dance
fitness craze with dynamic, yet easy to
follow Latin and Hip-Hop style moves
to pulsating Latin and International
rhythms. This class format combines
fast and slow rhythms that tone and
sculpt the body in an aerobic fashion
to achieve a unique balance of cardio
and muscle toning. So be a part of this
innovative and exciting class and take
the “work” out of working out!
5135.303 Mondays 7:20-8:05 PM
Instructor: Cheryl Myers NETA certified
Dates: 6/27-9/12 for 10 weeks no class
7/4, 9/5
Location: Exit 15 Fee: $30
5135.307 Tuesdays 5:15-6:00 PM
Instructor: Cheryl Myers, NETA
certified instructor
Date: 6/28-9/13 for 12 weeks
Location: Exit 16 Fee: $36
5135.308 Wednesday’s 6:30-7:15 PM
Instructor: Shelly Welch, AFAA certified
instructor
Date: 6/29-9/14 for 12 weeks
Location: Exit 16 Fee: $36
5135.305 Wednesday’s 7:15-8:00 PM
Instructor: Fee Adams, AFAA certified
(203) 294-2120
instructor
Fine Arts
Date: 6/29-9/14 for 12 weeks
Location: Exit 15 Fee: $36
5135.306 Wednesday’s 8:00-8:45 PM
Performing Arts
Instructor: Fee Adams, AFAA certified
instructor
5137.301 aLL WeigHts
Date: 6/29-9/14 for 12 weeks A full body workout using hand-held
Location: Exit 15 weights, the body bars or workout bar
Fee: $36 and plates in any combination. A great
5135.313 Thursday’s 7:00-7:45 PM overall workout! This class is for all
Instructor: Jamie Midolo certified fitness levels.
Zumba instructor Instructor: Vicky Adams AFFA certified
Date: 6/30-9/15 for 12 weeks Date: 7/8-9/16 for 10 weeks no class 9/3
Class Time: Fridays 5:30-6:30 PM
Location: Exit 16
Fee: $36
Fee: $30
5135.314 Saturday’s 10:30-11:15 AM 5137.300 Instructor: Sue Moreschi
AFAA instructor Date: 6/27-9/12 for 10 weeks (no class
7/9-9/17 for 10 weeks, no class 9/3 7/4)
Location: Exit 16 Time: Mondays 5:15-6:00 PM
Fee: $30 Location: Exit 16
Fee: $30
5335.300 50/50
This class is structured in two 30 minute
sessions for a great total body workout!
The first 30 minutes will be aerobic,
Fine Arts
where we raise our heart rates through
cardio movements. The 2nd half will be 8701.300 tHe art oF MaKing
using the adjustable bars to work all our greeting carDs
major muscle groups to strengthen our In this fun class, participants will learn
body, along to motivating music! different techniques in creating various
Instructor: Sue Moreschi ACE certified greeting cards for all occasions.
instructor Students will learn how to create cards
Date: 6/30-9/15 for 12 weeks with and without the use of
Class Time: Thursdays 5:45-6:45 PM rubberstamping.
Location: Exit 16 When: Tuesdays July 5th 6:00pm -
Fee: $36 8:00pm for 4 weeks
Fee: $40 Location: Exit 7A
5200.300 turBo KicK™ Instructor: Barbara Ragonesi
Turbo Kick® is a combination of intense
kickboxing moves as well as dance
moves all perfectly choreographed to Performing Arts:
high energy and motivating music. It’s Dance & Music
the ultimate cardiovascular challenge
that’s a unique blend of intense intervals,
strength/endurance training, and a relax- Dance For KiDs
ing cool-down. Turbo Kick® requires The Parks & Recreation Department’s
no previous kickboxing experience or Ballet, Tap and Jazz dance program is
designed by the Judyth Parks Academy of
equipment.
Instructor: Jessica Holloway, AFAA Dance Arts and is under the direction of
Courtney Parks-Billings. The Judyth
certified
Date: 6/30-9/15 for 12 weeks Parks Academy of Dance Arts is certified
by Dance Masters of America and is a
Class Time: Thursdays 8:00-8:45 PM
Location: Exit 15 member of Dance Teacher Club of
Fee: $36 Continued on next page
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Performing Arts
Special Events
Connecticut. Learn the basics and
fundamentals of each dance discipline
while incorporating your personal style 8:45pm for 8 weeks
into the learning experience. The classes Fee: $60 per couple $40 per single
are structured toward each specific age Location: Exit 14
group with the style of today.
Begins Tuesday July 5th - August 9th Instructor: Don Dietle
All classes 6 weeks in length Limit
of 10 students per class
Tuesdays
6000.319 1:00 - 2:00am Age 3-4 Combo
6000.311 2:00 - 3:00pm Age 5-6 Combo
6000.312 3:00 - 3:30pm Age 5-7 Jazz
6000.310 3:30 - 4:00pm Ages18 mo.
- 2 years Diaper Darlings
Fee: $40 for each 1/2 hr. class (1hr.
class $50)
Location: Exit 14
Staff: Judyth Parks Academy of Dance
Arts Faculty: Miss Amy Malone
6010.300 BaLLrooM Dancing
Beginner anD interMeDiate
Beginner ballroom is an introduction to
Ballroom dancing, Fox Trot, Waltz,
Swing, Rumba, and Cha Cha Cha, more
if time permits. Intermediate ballroom is
more in depth with more technique and
adding tango and others if time permits.
Partners preferred, but not necessary.
6010.301 Fridays July 8th 6:30-7:30pm
beginners for 8 weeks
6010.302 Fridays July 8th 7:30-8:30pm
intermediate for 8 weeks
Fee: $60 per couple $40 per single
Location: Exit 15
Instructor: Don Dietle
6016.300 a taste oF Latin
Introduction to Rumba, Cha Cha Cha,
Mambo, Merangue, and Samba. Learn
the basic Latin rhythms that thrill
dancers today. Partners preferred, but
not absolutely necessary. Taught basic to
intermediate level.
When: Thursdays July 7th 6:45pm -
7:45pm for 8 weeks
Fee: $60 per couple/$40 per single
Location: Exit 14
Instructor: Jerri Dietle
16
6025.300 sWing Dance
Beginner - interMeDiate
Always one of the “in” dances. Taught
from beginner level to intermediate, into
advance if time permits. Partners
preferred, but not necessary.
When: Thursdays July 7th 7:45pm -
Special Events
TWILIGHT TUNES 2011
Wednesday evenings on the
Wallingford Parade Grounds
Sponsored by Wallingford Parks &
Recreation and Stop and Shop
Supermarkets
7:00-8:30:p.m
Wednesday July 6, 2011 Ticket to
Ride Band
A tribute band to the Beatles featuring
former members of Abbey Road.
Wednesday July 13, 2011 NYC
Swing Band
This talented energetic and charismatic
group of musicians/singers often seen
in “Zoot Suits” and “Black Hats” have
created a very interactive show
covering everything from Big Band,
Swing, Standards and Ethnic to Rock
N’ Roll, Motown Funk and more. This
band has played for Michael J. Fox,
Jonathan Stewart and at the Inaugural
Balls for Presidents Bush and Clinton.
Wednesday July 20, 2011
Sounds of Frank
Take a nostalgic walk down memory
lane listening to all your favorites of
Frank Sinatra. “The Summer Wind”,
“The Way You Look Tonight”, “Fly Me
To The Moon” and more.
Wednesday July 27, 2011
"Hyperflight Frisbee Dog
Competition”
Doolittle Park 6:00p.m. Rain date
Thursday July 28th.
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Summer 2011
Wednesday August 3, 2011
“42nd Street Band”
This band has been performing for
audience s of all ages, for year. Enjoy a
variety of music from Motown, Jazz, Rock
and Roll and everything in between. This
show, along with its sound and lighting is
sure to entertain people of all ages.
Wednesday August 10, 2011
“Rubber Street Blues Band”
Rubber City is a full force 11 piece horn
band that plays a mix of greatest horn
band music of the 60s to today. Songs
made famous by Tower of Power,
Chicago, Motown, The Blues Brothers
and more. Come and enjoy what is hip!
HYperFLite FrisBee Dog
coMpetition
Since 1993 our department has been
offering this spectacular event. We
started in 1993 with 6 dogs and their
owners and have grown this event to
over 50 dogs. We look forward to new
participants and welcome back our old
friends. Join us at Doolittle Park on
Wednesday July 27th at 6:00p.m.
Raindate: July 28th. Pack you picnic
dinner, and watch unbelievable leaps,
bounds and catches by our four-legged
friends.
Please all dogs must be leashed when
not participating…
Plaques for the top three finishers
provided by Hyperflight
“r” BanD concert series
The R Band under the direction of
Patricia Lignelli and sponsored by the
Wallingford Parks and Recreation
Department and the Wallingford
Senior Center will present the
following performances for the 2011
summer. All concerts are held at the
Wallingford Senior Center.
Thursday July 7th at Senior Center
6:30-7:45p.m.
Thursday July 14th at Senior Center
6:30-7:45p.m.
Thursday July 21st at Senior Center
6:30- 7:45p.m.
(203) 294-2120
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1.
By MaiL: upon receipt of this brochure you may mail in your registration at once. Mail-in registrations
will be processed in the order of its delivery to the Rec Dept at random beginning Monday, May 23rd,
2011. You should include the following: A completely filled registration form. A separate check for each
class made payable to: Treasurer, Town of Wallingford. A SeLF-aDDreSSeD StaMPeD enveLoPe for
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EARLY!

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3. non-reSiDent: Non-residents will be allowed to mail-in or drop-off registrations at once however

the registrations will not be processed until Friday, May 27th, 2011

4. DroP-oFF aFter BUSineSS hoUrS: Business hours are Monday-Friday 9:00am-5:00pm.

A colorful post box is conveniently located in our main lobby for you to drop off registrations.
Registrations will be received the next business day and processed accordingly pending previous
days registrations. Checks only, please.
WaLLinGForD ParK anD rec
6 FAIRFIELD BLVD.
WALLINGFORD, CT 06492

The Wallingford Parks & Recreation Department is an essential quality of life service.
our Mission: Our vision is to be the eminent community park and recreation depart-
ment in Connecticut, to accomplish this, we will develop our programs, services and
facilities to meet the diverse and dynamic needs of the community; to promote inclu-
sion, encourage health and wellness, foster human development and enrich the lives of
community members through recreation and leisure experiences.”

Department Staff:
Director: John Gawlak CPRP
Supt. of recreation: Michelle Bjorkman
recreation Programs Spec.: Kenny Michaels
recreation Facilities coord.: Jim Sayre
town officials account clerk:
Senior clerk:
Jennifer Griswold
Joanne Vass
Mayor William Dickinson
Front office Staff:
Melaine Pfister Grace Kopakow
town council Members: Dee Trutnau Amy Pajor
Bob Parisi, Chairman Paula Knecht Jodi Caponera
Jerry Farrell Jr., Vice-Chairman Mariann Arnold Tom Impronto
Michelle Mele Roberta Hansen
John LeTourneau
Dominick Riveccio Liz Chubet
Rosemary Rascati Lauren Montano
Craig Fishbein
Vincent Cervoni asst recreation Prog Spec: Emily Swindelles
Vincent Testa health Fitness: Kelli Montgomery
Nick Economopolous early childhood: Debbie Tansino
John Sullivan childcare: Nancy Cook
aquatics: Josh LaMay
Parks & recreation commission: crafts: Kim Larkin
Fine arts: Rashmi Talpade
Dave Gelo, Vice-Chair
Roz Gallagher
Phylis Murray The Commission is a five member advisory board responsible
Michael Savenelli, Sr. for overseeing the operation of the Parks & Recreation Dept.
The Com-mission meets at the Recreation Department the first
Wednesday of every month at 8pm