5878-R4_StandishRec_Fall-Winter2018_Brochure

Community Programming

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Youth and Adult Recreation Programs For more information or to register for programs visit us at www.standishrec.com

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General Information Mission Statement Youth Sports Philosophy Contact Information

Adult Art & Music Programs Spirited Painting Class 19 Beading Basics Class 19 The Joy of Uke 20 Adult & Senior Fitness Line Dancing 21 Tai Chi 21 Vinyasa Yoga 21 Senior Fitness Program 22 Senior Programs Active Senior Citizens of Standish 23 Mah Jongg 23 Bridge Club 23 Luncheons 24 Shopping Trips 25 Standish Historical Society & Margaret House Tour 26 Shawnee Peak Chairlift 26 Fryeburg Fair 27 Park Explorations 27 Rangeley Lakes Region & Lunch28 Ricker Hill Orchards 29 Gardens Aglow at Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens 29 New York City Baby! 30 Canadian Rockies: Banff, Lake Louis & Jasper 30 King Arthur Flour Tour 31 Scrooge Trolley, Salem, MA 31 Theater Sound of Music at Merrill 32 Magic of Christmas at Merrill 32 Ben Butler at Portland Stage Co 33 The Half-Light at Portland Stage Co 33 Blueberries, Broadway and Brian at Good Theater 33 Love, Loss and What I Wore at Good Theater 33 Community Events Halloween Spooktacular 34 Holiday Tree Lighting 34 Trail Information 36

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Rich Memorial Beach & Membership Information 4 Standish Community Dog Park 5 Pawsta Dinner 5 Registration Information 6 Refund & Cancellation Policies 7 Parks & Facilities Rich Memorial Beach 8 Johnson Field 8 Mill Street Park 8 Memorial Park 9 Steep Falls Ballfield 9 Youth Programs Before & After School Program 10 School Vacation Camps 11 Youth Sports Basketball Skills Clinic (co-ed) 12 Girls Basketball 12 Gymnastics 12 Indoor Flag Football 13 Ski & Snowboarding Program 13 Golf 13 Indoor Tennis 14 Nerf Night 14 Pillow/Floor Hockey 15 Mother/Son Sportsfest 15 Youth Enrichment Kids Harvest 16 Marvels of Science 16 Radical Robotics 16 Movie Night 16 Home Alone Class 17 Babysitter Training 17 Animal Shelter Helpers 17 Pumpkin Decorating 18 Gingerbread House Decorating 18 Halloween Spooktacular 18

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Mission Statement The Parks & Recreation Department is committed to improving the quality of life in Standish by providing exceptional community experiences through diverse recreation programs

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and parks for people of all ages. Youth Sports Philosophy Keep it simple. Make it fun. Everybody plays. Contact Us: 175 Northeast Road, Standish, ME 04084 Phone: 207-642-2875 Fax: 207-642-8997 Website: www.standishrec.com Parks & Recreation Staff

Jen DeRice Director jderice@standish.org

Brady Lloyd Program Coordinator blloyd@standish.org

Murphy Mascot

Jen Berger Child Care Coordinator jberger@standish.org

Renee Prescott Office Administrator rprescott@standish.org

Volunteer and Employment Opportunities To learn more about volunteer or employment opportunities contact us at 207-642-2875

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Rich Memorial Beach In cooperation with the Portland Water District and The Town of Standish, this municipal facility offers a beautiful sandy beach, picnic area and lots of parking. Access is available to Standish residents only who have purchased a seasonal beach membership. In the fall and winter, there is still plenty of opportunity to get out and enjoy the beach. Launch a kayak to take advantage of the fall foliage or ice fish in the winter.

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Located at 100 Newbegin Way. From Sebago Lake Village at the corner of 114/35, travel north on Rt. 114 (Richville Rd) and then take a right onto Harmons Beach Road. Take a right onto Newbegin Way. No parking on roadway. Respect residents in the neighborhood and please obey the posted speed limit.

Hours of Operation May 26 th - June 17 th (weekends only) Daily from June 18 th - Labor Day September (weekends only)

Closed in October Ice Fishing Season: “ice-in to ice-out”.

2018-2019 Annual Membership: Admission by Membership ONLY and available for purchase at the Parks & Recreation Department and online at www.standishrec.com Standish Residents: $35 per household (up to two vehicles) Boaters: Must be members of the Sebago Boating Club to arrive by water. Boat stickers are available directly through the club at www.sebagoboatingclub.com

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Standish Community Dog Park The Standish Community Dog Park Interest Group is charged with collaborating with the Parks & Recreation Department to help plan and fundraise for a new community dog park at Memorial Park on Rt. 25.

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Join the Standish Dog Park Planning Committee! Next meeting: Monday, September 24th at Standish Municipal Center. The committee is working to respond to the need for a multigenerational activity park for pets and their people. Join the “Standish Community Dog Park Interest Group” on Facebook or email standish.mainedogpark@gmail.com for more information. Pawsta Dinner J oin us for a pasta dinner to help raise money for the Standish

Community Dog Park. Raffles and prizes! Standish Municipal Center, Friday, 11/2/18 5:00 - 7:00 pm

$8 Adults, $6 Seniors, $5 kids under 12 Register online at www.standishrec.com . Get one free raffle ticket with advanced registration. Tickets will be available at the door as well and will be cash only.

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Registering for Programs & Activities Pre-registration and payment are required for all programs unless otherwise noted. Deadlines are generally one week prior to the first class. How to Register Go to www.standishrec.com and log in to your account. If you do not have an account, you will need to create one first. See below ♦ Go to www.standishrec.com and click on the New Account icon on the home page or go to the Account tab at the top right of the page and then select Create Account . ♦ Enter the primary household member and billing information. You must provide an email for billing purposes. This email will be used to send registration confirmation and billing receipts as well as updates or cancellation information for programs. If you would like to receive notifications by text, be sure when you enter your phone number that you select Cell for phone type and click the Text Notification box and then provide your cell phone carrier. ♦ If you have other members in your household that you would like to be able to register for programs, you can add them from your account page. Below the Overview icon, click on Mem- bers and then click on Add Member . To Register with Existing Account ♦ Click on the Programs icon on the home page of your account or go to the Register tab at the top of the page and select Programs . Select your program of interest and then follow the instructions to complete your registration. Payments Payment can be made by credit/debit card, cash or check. Please make checks payable to Town of Standish and mail to: Parks & Recreation Department Standish Municipal Center 175 Northeast Rd. Standish, ME 04084 If you need to register by phone, please call us at 642-2875 “How to Create an Account”. How to Create an Account

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Refund & Cancellation Policies

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Refunds If we cancel a program or event, we will refund or credit you 100% of the fee. If you withdraw 3 business days (excluding weekends and holidays) before the start of the program or one-time event, we will issue you a refund, unless otherwise noted. If you withdraw fewer than 3 business days before the start of the program or one- time event, we will issue you a 50% refund, unless otherwise noted. Refunds will be provided in the form of a credit to your account. If you would like a refund to your credit card or via check, please notify us in writing and allow up to 14 days to process. Cancellation Policies We reserve the right to cancel any program which fails to meet minimum enrollment requirements, so please register early! If you

snooze, we all lose! Inclement Weather

When schools are canceled due to inclement weather or an emergency, all programs will be canceled. Notification of cancellation will be sent via email and posted on our website and

Facebook page. Confirmation

We do not send program confirmations or reminders of enrollment. If you register for a program and you have provided us with your email address, you will receive an email receipt that is automatically generated at the time of registration. If you have a question, please call us. Late Pick-Up Policy Because we require staff to remain with program participants until they are released to parents/guardians, it is important that your children be picked up promptly. Therefore, a ten minute grace period will be allowed as long as it is not a regular occurrence. A fee of $5 will be charged for each ten minute increment thereafter. Your cooperation is greatly appreciated. Inclusion We provide reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. In order to accommodate your needs, a request must be made at least 10 days prior to the first day of the program. Please fill out and send us the “Child Concern Form” that can be found on our website.

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Standish Parks & Recreation Facilities Rich Memorial Beach: 100 Newbegin Way on Sebago Lake Access by membership for Standish residents only. Swimming, paddle sports, picnic tables, outhouse facilities, winter ice fishing access and parking

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Johnson Field: 89 Chadbourne Rd (Rt. 35) Playground, picnic shelter, tennis/pickleball courts, baseball field, dugouts, skateboard park, multi-purpose field, Mt. Division Hiking Trail, ice skating rink with lights and warming hut

Mill Street Park: 6 Mill Street in Steep Falls Playground, picnic tables, basketball court, ice skating rink with lights

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Memorial Park: 670 Ossipee Trail West Multipurpose, soccer and softball fields, snack shack (and future home of the Standish Dog Park & Playground)

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Steep Falls Ballfield: 870 Boundary Rd Baseball field

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Before & After School Program We strive to offer children a program that is affordable, fun and safe. One of the key elements of this program is “play!” Through play , children increase their social competence and emotional maturity. Each day quiet time will be offered for participants to complete daily homework. Youth Programs

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Who: Children in grades K-5 who attend Edna Libby, Steep Falls and George E. Jack Elementary Schools. Location: George E. Jack Elementary School. Before School Program (BSP): Monday-Friday 7:00 – 8:30 am Excludes all school vacations, holidays, or school cancellations due to inclement weather. The nine late arrival school days are included for participants in this program. After School Program (ASP): Monday-Friday 3:00 – 6:00 pm Excludes all school vacations, holidays, or snow days at George E. Jack Elementary School. Late Arrival Package: The Before School Program WILL be held on the district’s nine scheduled late arrival days. Children enrolled in the After School Program can register for care during these late arrival days for an additional fee. Please call the office if you would like this option added to your account. Fees: Before School Program: $6 per day (paid monthly with auto-pay) After School Program: $10 per day (paid monthly with auto-pay) Cancellation Policy: Written notice is required two weeks prior to the desired withdrawal date. A refund will be issued at a pro-rated amount for the remainder of the program, beginning on the first day of the next monthly billing cycle. Any days remaining in the month of withdrawal will not be refunded.

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School Vacation Camps Join Standish Recreation during February and April school vacation weeks for lots of fun and games, both inside and out! Your child will stay busy with field trips, scheduled activities, and themed adventures! Field trips often include bowling, trampoline parks, swimming, sledding and skating, and local parks (weather permitting). Whether interested in sports, crafts, or just chilling with friends, your child will have lots of fun at Vacation Camp! Dates: Tuesday - Friday (no camp on Mondays due to holidays) February Vacation Camp: Tuesday, 2/19/19 - Friday, 2/22/19 April Vacation Camp: Tuesday, 4/16/19 - Friday, 4/19/19 Time: 7:00 am – 6:00 pm Grades: K-6 Cost: Early Bird Registration $125/week of camp (one week prior to start of camp). Late Registration $135/week (if space permits). Location: George E. Jack Elementary School (Tuesday-Thursday), Standish Town Hall (Friday only) Scheduled activities are between 9:00 am - 4:00 pmdaily. Supervised, unstructured play between 7:00 - 9:00 am and 4:00 - 6:00 pm. Please bring a lunch and healthy snacks, a water bottle and come dressed for outdoor play. We have plenty of activities to keep your child busy, and ask that you leave electronics and other toys at home!

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Youth Sports Basketball Skills Clinic (co-ed)

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Do you want to get ready for this upcoming basketball season? Join us for an introductory program focusing mostly on dribbling and passing skills. We will play different types of games that will include these skill sets. Help develop skills, exercise, make friends, and mostly - have fun! Date: Thursday, 11/8/18 – Thursday 12/13/18 Time: 3:30 – 4:30 pm Grades: K - 3 Cost: $35 Location: Edna Libby Elementary School Gym Girls Basketball This program focuses on instruction and recreational play along with an element of competition through the games that are played against other teams in neighboring communities. Commitment is usually one practice and one game per week. We offer either 2 nd through 4 th grade or 5 th and 6 th grade. The schedule will be released closer to the start of the season. Date: Mondays/Wednesdays/Fridays: December - March Time: Evenings Grades: 2 - 6 Cost: $60 Location: George E. Jack Elementary School & Surrounding Communities Gymnastics In partnership with Maine Academy of Gymnastics students will be introduced to the Olympic sport of gymnastics by using the tumble mats, bars, balance beam, vault and the trampoline. Students will be taught about the fundamentals of strength and flexibility in every class. Gymnastics is a great way to become more physically fit and agile. Check our website for transportation information. Date: Early March (Dates TBD). Time: 3:00 – 5:00 pm Grades: 4 & 5 Cost: $126 Depart/Return Location: George E. Jack Elementary School

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Youth Sports Indoor Flag Football

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Football season is never over. Join us for an introductory program focusing on exercise, having fun and sportsmanship. We will teach and review basic football rules and skills through drills and games. We will divide into teams each week and play a fun relaxed game of flag football. Date: Thursdays, 3/14/19 – 4/4/19 Time: 3:30 – 4:30 pm Grades: 3-5 Cost: $30 Location: Edna Libby Elementary School Gym Ski & Snowboarding Program Join us for a skiing /snowboarding adventure at Shawnee Peak. This program will promote exploring the outdoors and being active in nature. You may sign-up for only a lift ticket, a ticket and lesson, or a ticket/lesson and rental. This program offers minimal adult supervision once at the mountain. Please call us with specific questions about the program. Participants will be informed by email and via our website in case of cancellations due to inclement weather and unsafe conditions. Transportation is provided via rec vans and is included in the fee. Helmets required. Please call us if you would like to chaperone. Date: Tuesdays, 1/15/19 – 2/12/19 Time: 3:00 – 7:45 pm Grades: 4 & 5 Lift Ticket Only: $135 Lift & Lesson: $230 Lift, Lesson, Rental: $325 Helmet Rental: $35 Depart/Return Location: George E. Jack Elementary School/ Standish Municipal Center Golf Ready to work on your swing? We will be partnering with Field of Dreams Golf Driving to help develop your golf skills. The program will start off with calisthenics, working on your half swing, and finishing with the full swing. Kids will do drills with both irons and drivers. Each day participants will receive a snack and a drink. Each participant will have their own station, which has been built for safety. Date: : Tuesdays, 9/11/18 – 10/16/18 Time: 3:15 – 4:30 pm Grades: 4 & 5 Cost: $140 Location: Edna Libby Elementary School

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Youth Sports Indoor Tennis

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In partnership with Grand Slam Tennis we are offering an indoor tennis program this winter. Using the Red Ball, Orange Ball and Green Ball format, gives kids the chance to play the first time out and keep playing without waiting in lines. This format allows kids to rally constantly and gets the coach more engaged. The techniques and skills taught will serve them for the rest of their lives. Start them out with the right-sized gear on the right-sized courts, and they will develop better technique earlier. With low compression balls and smaller courts, kids have a chance to get to the ball, think about their shot and cover the whole court. The lighter, smaller rackets, with grips appropriate for smaller hands, allow kids to develop proper swing patterns. Three sessions available. Date: Early January - March Time: 4:00 – 6:45 pm Grades: 2 -5 Cost: TBD Depart/Return Location: George E. Jack Elementary School

Nerf Night Who’s ready to have some Nerf wars? Each participant will need to bring their own eye protection and Nerf toy. There will be a variety of individual and group challenges/obstacles to participate in. Please note that Standish Recreation is not responsible for any lost or broken Nerf toys. Please mark your child’s toy with their name. Standish Recreation will supply all of the darts - please do not bring darts from home. Eye protection is required. Date: Friday, 10/12/18 and Friday, 4/26/19 Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm Grades: 2-6 Cost: $15 Location: George E. Jack Elementary School

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Pillow/Floor Hockey Join us for some hockey after school. Pillo hockey is played similarly to floor hockey, but the equipment includes sticks with foam padded ends and a large 7” gator skinned ball. Teams will be divided each week, we will focus on sportsmanship, exercise, and having fun. Date: Wednesdays, 3/13/19 – 4/3/19 Time: 3:15 – 4:15 pm Grades: K-3 Cost: $25 Mother/Son Sportsfest Calling all mothers! Would you like to play with your son/s and have the chance to beat them? We will play a variety of games including dodgeball, pillow/floor hockey, obstacle course relays and tag games. This activity will promote playing with your kids along with learning new games to play at home. It will be a fun relaxed environment filled with lots of laughs and being active. Mothers play for free! Date: Friday, 11/9/18 and Friday, 2/1/19 Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm Grades: 2-6 Cost: $10 per child Location: George E. Jack Elementary School

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Youth Enrichment Kids Harvest!

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This program is designed to bring together a community to help kids learn, grow and harvest food for the local food pantry. Once kids arrive they will harvest the crops grown this summer, have a story read by the librarian, create a craft, make a snack and have the garden harvest presented by a master gardener. Date: Mondays, 9/10/18 – 9/24/18 Time: 3:30 – 4:45 pm Grades: K-5 Cost: $10 Location: Richville Library

Transportation provided from George E. Jack Elementary School - Sorry, we cannot pick-up from other schools!

Marvels of Science Have you ever wondered what clouds are made of? Or what goes on underneath the surface of the earth or how toys work? Join Mad Science after school to discover these countless wonders of science! Neither rain, nor snow will disrupt our hands-on exploration into the world of meteorology and voyages to the center of the Earth! Classes include: Movie Effects, Earthworks, Living in Space, Science of Toys, Sonic Sounds, Walloping Weather, Life in the Sea, and Mix It Up. Date: Wednesdays, 10/3/18 – 11/7/18 Time: 3:15 – 4:15 pm Grades: K – 5 Cost: $83 Location: George E. Jack

Radical Robotics Robotics has never been this exciting! The applications of robotics are all around us and we invite girls and boys to discover first-hand the design, construction, and application of modern- day robotics. Through the integration of exciting modular robotics learning systems and various types of robots, children will discover how robotic devices use sensors to learn about their environment and how people use robots to get work done. Classes include: Robot Challenge, Gear it up, Robot Building (TableTop Robot), Robots In Action, Shocking Isn’t It?, Real Life Robots, Get Your Code On, & Sensory Overload. Date: Wednesdays, 4/10/19 – 5/22/19 (No 4/17) Time: 3:15 – 4:15 pm Grades: K – 5 Cost: $88 Location: George E. Jack

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Movie Night This one is for you, parents! Would you like a night out on the town or a couple free hours? If so, drop your kids off with us for the evening. We will play in the gym, watch a movie, and have pizza (up to 2 slices) and popcorn. If you are currently enrolled in the After-school Program you will not need to pick up your child until movie night is over. Movie: TBD Date: Friday, 12/7/18 and Friday, 3/22/19 Time: 6:00 – 8:30 pm Grades: K - 6 Cost: $15 per night Location: George E. Jack Elementary School

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Home Alone Class Is your child becoming the age where they can stay home alone? This class is designed to build confidence, emphasize safety issues, and prepare them for the challenges associated with staying home alone. Participants will find solutions to issues including safe internet and phone usage, stranger danger, and food preparation. Participants will prepare a snack as part of the class. Basic first aid skills, identifying potential hazards, and what to do in an emergency will also be discussed. Date: Thursday, 11/1/18 Grades: 4-6 Time: 4:00 – 5:30 pm Cost: $20 Location: Standish Municipal Center Instructor: Gail Platts Babysitter Training Would you like to learn about the responsibilities of becoming a certified babysitter? This class includes the business of babysitting, emergency procedures and basic first aid, child care, amusement of children and more. Upon completion of this course, participants will receive an American Red Cross Babysitting certification. Full attendance is mandatory to obtain certificate. Limited to 14. Date: Saturday, 11/3/18 Time: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Ages: 11 - 14 Cost: $72 Location: Standish Municipal Center Instructor: Gail Platts Animal Shelter Helpers

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We are partnering with the Westbrook Animal Refuge League to promote volunteering in the community. During their time at the shelter, kids will get a chance to learn how to interact with all different kinds of animals and perform volunteering tasks such as; cleaning, sorting donations, making food or toys for the animals, and helping with any other tasks needed.

Dates: Mondays Session 1: 10/29/18 - 11/19/18 (11/12 exclusion date) Session 2: 12/3/18 - 12/17/18 Session 3: 2/4/19 - 2/25/19 (2/18 exclusion date) Session 4: 3/4/19 - 3/18/19 Time: 3:30 - 4:30 pm Grades: 4 & 5 Cost: $30 Pick-up/drop-off location: All participants must be picked up at George E. Jack Elementary School at 5:30 pm. See website for transportation details.

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Pumpkin Decorating Celebrate Halloween with us by decorating your own pumpkin. All materials (including the pumpkins!) will be supplied. Pumpkins will be “decorated” and not carved. We invite you to bring your decorated pumpkin to our Standish Spooktacular on 10/27 to be judged for fun prizes! Date: Thursday, 10/18/18 Time: 4:30 – 5:30 pm Grades: 2 - 6 Cost: $15 Location: Standish Municipal Center

Gingerbread House Decorating

Get in the Christmas spirit and join us for gingerbread house decorating. The houses will be constructed before you arrive. There will be frosting and an assortment of candies and treats to choose from. Date: Thursday, 12/20/18 Time: 4:30 – 5:30 pm Grades: 2 - 6 Cost: $18 Location: Standish Municipal Center

Bring your decorated pumpkin to the Standish Spooktacular pumpkin contest for a chance to win a prize! Saturday, 10/27/18, 6:00 - 8:00 pm DJ, games, and, of course, candy! FMI: www.standishrec.com

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Adult Art & Music Programs

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Spirited Painting Class Spirited Paints is a fun night out - a chance to paint. You remember when you were a kid? Even if you draw stick figures, this is a fun time of relaxing creativity! All equipment and supplies are provided by our talented local artist/instructor. She will help guide you through step by step to create your own beautiful masterpiece. And the best part; you get to take home something that you created! So, come grab some goodies and drinks (non-alcoholic but still fancy!) and let’s have a fun evening! Min: 6/Max: 15 Date: Thursday, 1/24/19 Time: 6:00 – 8:00 pm Ages: Adults (18+) Cost: $45 (includes supplies) Location: Standish Municipal Center, Sebago Lake Room Instructor: Julie Waterman Beading Basics Class

Necklace & Earrings- Learn about beading supplies, tools, wires, thread, clasps, etc., and learn to make your own jewelry. Design and create a unique necklace and if time allows a pair of earrings to match. Students will also learn to make a “pendant” focal point for the necklace as well as how to bend wire to make earrings. All materials and tools will all be provided by instructor. Date: Saturday, November 17 th Time: 9:00 am – 11:30 am Ages: Adults (18+) Cost: $35 Location: Standish Municipal Center Instructor: Michelle McCarthy

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The Joy of Uke! Aloha! The humble and indomitable ukulele is currently going through its third renaissance of popularity. Ukulele clubs and societies are springing up all around the world. Maine is no dif- ferent. It’s time you learned the joy of uke for yourself! In this eight-week course you will learn the basics of the ukulele. No prior musical knowledge required! Within the first three weeks you’ll acquire a foundational knowledge to play and sing thou- sands of songs. Individual units will introduce you to the history and development of the ukulele and explore the growing sub-cul- ture of ukulele enthusiasts. Later units will cover an easily acces- sible understanding of music theory. Instructor, Dana Reed is a graduate of the Berklee College of Music in Boston, Massachu- setts. A talented multi-instrumentalist, for over 40 years Dana has shared his joy of music with thousands of individuals around the world. Date: Thursdays, 9/13 – 11/15 (no class 10/4 & 11/1) Time: 6:00 – 7:30 pm Ages: Adults (18+) Cost: $150 Location: Standish Municipal Center, Sebago Lake Room Instructor: Dana Reed A good quality ukulele costs around $100. Consult with the in- structor for easy local purchase (dana.c.reed@roadrunner.com).

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Adult & Senior Fitness Dancers of all levels are encouraged to participate! This is a great form of exercise, not to mention a lot of fun! Learn line dancing moves, enjoy pop and country music hits and meet new people. Time: 10:00 – 11:30 am Ages: Adults and Seniors Cost: $40 for 8 wk. session or $8 for single class drop-in rate. Location: Standish Municipal Center, Sebago Lake Room Instructor: Deb Wells Tai Chi

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Tai Chi is an ancient Chinese tradition that today is practiced as a graceful form of exercise. It involves a series of movements performed in a slow, focused manner and accompanied by deep breathing. Date: Thursdays—Eight week sessions (check website for dates) Time: 9:30 – 10:30 am Ages: Adults and Seniors Cost: $40 for 8 wk. session or $8 for single class drop-in rate. Location: Standish Municipal Center, Sebago Lake Room Vinyasa Yoga This yoga program will be

open to all levels of experience! Classes will focus on mindful movement with emphasis on breath, meditation and relaxation. These classes will teach the basic foundations of vinyasa yoga by moving through the body’s full range of motion via standing, laying, seated and kneeling postures. Modifications will be given for all ability levels.

Date: Fridays 9/21 – 10/26 Time: 6:30 – 7:30 pm Ages: Adults and Seniors Cost: $54 for 8 wk. session or $12 for single class drop-in rate. Location: Standish Municipal Center, Council Chambers What to Bring: Yoga mat, towel and water Instructor: Lisa Starostecki

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Adult & Senior Fitness Program

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In collaboration with Saint Joseph’s College, we are offering a comprehensive fitness program geared toward functional exercises which promote strength, balance and coordination. Zach Chase is a licensed athletic trainer working with athletes at Saint Joseph’s College and has experience working with all ages and fitness levels. This program will be in six-week sessions and will include a 30-minute evaluation at the beginning of the session. Evaluations take place before the program starts and consist of: movement screening, medical history and biometrics. Re-evaluations can be done every three months (for an additional fee) to track progress. Date: Mondays and Wednesdays 10/1/18 - 11/2/18 Time: 10:30 – 11:30 am Ages: Adults and Seniors Cost: Full Session (includes one evaluation): $160 Drop-in fee: $12 per class (for those who have had an evaluation) 30-minute evaluation: $40 Location: Saint Joseph’s College in the dance room. Instructor: Zach Chase, L-ATC, Assistant Athletic Trainer, Saint Joseph’s College Additional Services Available: Nutrition Package: This includes an hour-long package and includes nutritional education, BMI, body fat percentage, and hip/ waist measurements. Cost: $75

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Senior Programs

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Active Senior Citizens of Standish This group is open to all seniors of the Standish community. No invitation is necessary, but reservations are required. Each month brings a new educational topic or entertainment for the group to share. Lunch, social and sometimes a brief business meeting are included. New members are always welcome! Dates: 2 nd & 4 th Wednesday of the month Time: 11:00 am, lunch served at 12:00 pm Location: the Standish Municipal Center, Sebago Lake Room Lunch is catered by Personal Touch Catering for $6. Call Donna Grovo at 675-3302 for reservations.

Mah Jongg Mah Jongg is a Chinese game played, usually by four people, using rectangular tile pieces. The object is to collect winning sets of these tiles, as in card games such as gin rummy. This game is meant for players who already know the game and are familiar with the Official Mah Jongg rules. There will be Fridays when the group will not meet and for more info, please contact Mary Lou Tracy at (207) 642-2503. Dates: Every Friday Time: 9:00 -11:00 am Cost: Free Location: Standish Municipal Center

Bridge Club Come and play bridge! This game is meant for players who already know the game and are familiar with the official bridge rules. There will be Tuesdays when the group will not meet and for more info, please contact Kathy Murphy at 207-310-8015 or Judy Morton at 207-787-2325. Dates: Every Tuesday Time: 1:00 - 4:00 pm Cost: Free Location: Standish Municipal Center

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Mystery Lunches Travel with us and enjoy a chance to experience a surprise restaurant location in the Greater Portland area. Order off the menu and pay on your own. This is a great opportunity to meet new people and dine together in a social setting. We’ll take the scenic route while you enjoy the ride. Dates: Tuesday, 10/23/18, Thursday, 11/20/18, Wednesday, 1/16/19, Tuesday, 2/26/19 and Tuesday, 3/19/19. Time: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm Cost: $5 per trip (lunch is on your own) Location: Depart from Standish Municipal Center

Ethnic Excursions Travel with us on an ethnic culinary excursion to experience a delicious lunch from a local restaurant. Step outside of your comfort zone and try something new. Order off the menu and pay on your own.

Thai Food: Wednesday, 10/17/18 Indian Food: Tuesday, 11/13/18 Mexican Food: Wednesday, 2/6/19 Time: 11:00 am - 1:30 pm Cost: $5.00 per trip (lunch is on your own)

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Day Trips and Excursions

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If you snooze we all lose...so please register early!Aminimumnumber of participants is required in order to offer trips and classes. Early registration will ensure that your seat is reserved and that you won’t miss out due to low registration. Programs and trips take coordination and planning. The sooner we know how many to expect, the better the planning. Deadlines are generally one week prior to the first class/trip unless otherwise noted, however, more notice is preferred. Most trips depart from the Standish Municipal Center upper parking lot, unless otherwise stated. Please arrive 10-15 minutes early to board the bus. Times listed are “pull out of the parking lot” times. Shopping Trips Sometimes getting out to shopping areas and finding a parking space nearby can be a struggle. We’ll provide transportation from the Municipal Center and you can choose from a variety of shopping trip options below. We’ll provide door-to-door service whenever possible. Windham Area (Shaws, Hannaford, etc): Thursday, 9/13/18 Maine Mall: Thursday, 10/18/18 Freeport Outlets: Thursday, 11/15/18 Maine Mall: Thursday, 12/6/18 Windham Area: Thursday, 1/3/19 Depart: 9:00 am (return times may vary) Cost: $5 per trip

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STANDISH HISTORICAL SOCIETY & MARRETT HOUSE TOUR

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Historic New England Guide and Curator of the Standish Historical Society, Charles Ruby, leads a special tour of two Maine historic treasures: theMarrett House and theMuseumof the Standish Historical Society, now located at the Tompson House. Tour will begin at the Marrett House at 40 Ossippee Trail East in Standish. Parking available at Marrett House. Registration required. Date: Thursday, 9/20/18 Time: 3:00 – 5:00 pm Cost: Free, but a donation to the Standish Historical Society is encouraged.

FALL CHAIRLIFT RIDE AT SHAWNEE PEAK Enjoy the panoramic views of the lakes and mountains of Western Maine and the Presidential Range of NH including Mount Washington from the top of Shawnee Peak. After our chairlift ride and taking in the views towering 1,300 feet above Moose Pond, we’ll continue to Bridgton for lunch at a local restaurant. Please note activity level includes some stairs and approximately 200 feet to walk to the chairlift. Date: Wednesday, 9/19/18 Time: Depart 8:45 am. Return 3:00 pm. Cost: $23

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FRYEBURG FAIR Leave the driving and parking to us, and we’ll drop you off right at the gate for “Senior Day” at the fair. Admission is free for anyone over 65. All others can purchase a ticket on site. Date: Tuesday, 10/2/18Time: Depart 8:30 am from Standish Municipal Center. Return 3:30 pm Cost: $6 PARK EXPLORATIONS Get out and explore nature while getting some exercise in a group setting! We’ve selected a couple of local hikes described below. Participants should be prepared to walk at your own pace between 2 and 3 miles on uneven terrain, including some easy to moderate elevation. Fall Hike 1: North Falmouth Community Woods (easy, wooded trails with beautiful scenery) Date: Monday, 9/17/18 Fall Hike 2: Bradbury Mountain State Park (485 foot summit with

sweeping views and foliage) Date: Wednesday, 10/3/18 Time: Depart 9:00 am (return times will vary) Cost: $5.00 per trip

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RANGELEY LAKES REGION & LUNCH

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Enjoy a scenic drive by motor coach alongMaine State Route 17 through Height of Land, on the top of Spruce Mountain in Rangeley. Standing on the evergreen boundary looking out over the wide valley, the landscape is impossibly surreal and spectacular. Our destination is lunch at the Gingerbread House in Oquossoc where you can enjoy your choice of soup or salad and then a make-your-own sandwich buffet with assorted breads, cold cuts and cheeses, chicken salad, pasta salad, house made potato chips and a delicious apple crisp. This trip is in cooperation with local recreation departments and will provide transportation from each community to our meeting place to board the motor coach in Gray. Date: Thursday, 10/4/18 Time: Depart at 8:30 am. Return 5:00 pm. Cost: $59

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Ricker Hill Orchards Ricker Hill Orchards, founded in 1803, has been growing Maine apples for over 9 generations in the small town of Turner, Maine and now has over 400 acres of apples, 15 acres of cranberries, pumpkins, a bakery, store and more. Join us on a guided tour of the packing facilities, the cider press, the cranberry bogs and the maple syrup boiler. Lunch at a local restaurant will complete our trip. This trip is in cooperation with local recreation departments. Date: Wednesday, 10/10/18 Time: Depart 8:45 am Return 3:00 pm Cost: $10

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GARDENS AGLOWAT COASTALMAINE BOTANICAL GARDENS

Join us for the largest light show in Maine! See hundreds of thousands of lights, strung through the upper gardens in a beautiful display. The Garden Café will be open with food options throughout the grounds. Price includes entry to the

garden and transportation. Date: Thursday, 12/13/18 Time: Depart 2:00 pm Return 8:30 pm Cost: $21

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Canadian Rockies: Banff, Lake Louise & Jasper (7 Days, 6 Nights) See the Canadian Rockies fromevery angle.World-class Canadian resorts combined with breathtaking scenery highlight this Canadian Rockies tour. Start and end your vacation in Calgary with overnights also in Lake Louise, Jasper, and Banff. Explore Canada’s Rocky Mountains as you take in the jewel-colored lakes and snowy summits in Banff National Park. With endless dazzling landscapes, this tour will open your eyes to western Canada’s gems. Trip is co-sponsored with local recreation departments. Deadline to register is November 26, 2018. Dates: Thursday, 5/23/19 – Wednesday, 5/29/19 Cost: $3615 pp/double occupancy or $4606 single occupancy A deposit of $250 is due at the time of registration. Final payments are due March 1. Payments are made directly to Globus Tours. Please indicate your roommate on your registration. Visit some of the iconic NYC sites including Central Park, Rockefeller Center, Times Square, and Wall Street, the 911 Memorial at theWorld Trade Center site, and the 911Museum. Our tour will also include a short ferry ride to Liberty Island – home of the Statue of Liberty- and stop at Ellis Island. Lunches and gratuities for step-on guide not included. 4 breakfasts and 4 dinners included. $75 deposit due at registration. Final Payment due by March 10, 2019. Date: Friday, 5/17/19 - Tuesday, 5/21/19 Cost: $649 pp based on double occupancy -Travel Insurance $59 pp $859 based on single rate – Travel insurance $69 pp New York City, Baby!

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King Arthur Flour Tour and Merrimack Outlets Merrimack, NH & Norwich, VT Join us for two fun filled days as we travel to Merrimack, NH where we will overnight after shopping at the Merrimack Outlets with an optional visit to Anheuser-Busch factory store. Day two we will make our way to King Arthur Flour’s flagship campus in Norwich, VT, where we will enjoy a history tour of the Baker’s Store and watch bakers at work in the busy bakery. Plus, enjoy lunch on your own or simply a pastry and coffee at their popular café. This trip is co-sponsored with area recreation departments and travel will be in 15 passenger mini-busses. Please indicate roommate on registration. Date: Wednesday, 11/6/18 - Thursday, 11/7/18 Fee: $110 pp double occupancy or $160 single occupancy Scrooge Trolley, Salem, MA Back by popular demand is an overnight trip to historic Salem, MA for a trolley ride that is certain to entertain. This humorous and whimsical interactive performance re-animates Charles Dickens’ timeless seasonal holiday classic, A Christmas Carol, with a twist. Ride along with Scrooge as the classic tale is brought to life in a completely unexpected way. After arriving at our lodging , the Salem Waterfront Hotel, we will enjoy dinner (included) and then on to our trolley ride. Following breakfast (also included) we will have time for some holiday shopping on the trip home. This trip is co-sponsored with are recreation departments and travel is in 15 passenger mini-buses. Please indicate roommate on registration. Date: Thursday, 12/6/18 - Friday, 12/7/18 Fee: $178 pp double occupancy or $260 single occupancy

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THEATER & ENTERTAINMENT Enjoy door-to-door service and group ticket prices offered to local recreation departments and senior groups. Transportation recreation vans is provided. See descriptions below: Merrill Auditorium Presents… SOUND OF MUSIC at MERRILLAUDITORIUM

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The hills are alive! A brand-new production of The Sound of Music is coming to Merrill Auditorium. The beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with its Tony ® –, Grammy ® –, and Academy Award ® -winning Best Score, including “My Favorite Things,” “Edelweiss,” and the title song.

Date: Saturday, 3/2/19 Time: TBD Fee: TBD

MAGIC OF CHRISTMAS Bruce Hangen, Portland Symphony Orchestra’s first Magic of Chirstmas conductor, is back to bring Maine’s biggest holiday tradition to the stage at Merrill Auditorium! Get into the spirit of the holiday season with this traditional favorite Christmas concert matinee, featuring the Portland Symphony Orchestra and the Portland Community Chorus. Date: Friday, 12/14/18 (limited tickets available) Time: Depart 12:30 pm (2:00pm performance) Cost: $36. No refunds after OCT 1st unless a replacement can be found.

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Portland Stage Co. Presents…

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BEN BUTLER by Richard Strand “…Part comedy, part historical drama and part biography… by turns sarcastic, droll and witty.” — NY Times. When a runaway slave demands sanctuary at a Union Army garrison, the General in charge is faced with a moral quandary: follow the letter of the law, or make a game-changing move that could alter the course of US history? Co-sponsored with Gorham Recreation. Date: Thursday, 10/11/18. Time: Dapart 12:45 pm. Cost: $39 THE HALF-LIGHT by Monica Wood A chance encounter presents a tantalizing question for a college secretary: Can anyone be trained to see the dead? Her dogged pursuit of an answer leads to a far more earthbound challenge when a colleague is felled by grief. A heartwarming drama about love and purpose that examines the ghosts that live within us all. Co-sponsored with Gorham Recreation. Date: Thursday, 3/14/19. Time: Depart 12:45 pm Cost: $39 The Good Theater Presents… BLUEBERRIES, BROADWAY AND BRIAN Good Theater’s own, Brian Allen is bringing back his show about his wacky family, life in the blueberry fields and his Broadway dreams. Filled with new stories and crazy characters this one-man show is one part play, one part stand-up comedy, and all hilarious. Date: Saturday, 11/17/18 Time: Depart 11:30 am Return approximately 2:45 pm. Cost: $26 LOVE, LOSS AND WHAT I WORE Back by popular demand! A play about women, clothes and memory covering all the important subjects – mothers, prom dresses, mothers, buying bras, mothers, hating purses and why we wear black. Date: Saturday, 1/26/19 Time: Depart 11:30 am Return approximately 3:15 pm. Cost: $29

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Community Events

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Celebrate the season with local Standish businesses and organizations! Wear your costume and bring your decorated pumpkin to enter into the contests. Free Family Fun - including: Food, Games, Costume Parade, Pumpkin Decorating Contest, Prizes, and Music.

Date: Saturday, 10/27/18 Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm Where: George E. Jack Elementary School Costume Contest! Pumpkin Decoration Contest! Music & Games!

Celebrate the Season with us! Free community fun with cookies, cocoa, and caroling. You can even have your picture taken

with Santa & Mrs. Claus. When: Thursday, 12/6/18 Where: Standish Municipal Center Time: 6:30 - 8:00 pm Free family event!

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Get Outside this Fall and Winter! Standish and it’s surrounding towns have plenty of opportunities to get outside for hiking, walking, snowshoeing or cross-country skiing. Visit the websites below to find great trails!

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For Maine Trails: https://www.mainetrailfinder.com/ Portland Water District Sebago Lake Land Reserve https://www.pwd.org/sebago-lake-land-reserve Go to the Presumpscot Regional Land Trust’s website to see the interactive regional online trail map and detailed maps for each trail at: https://www.prlt.org/

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Standish Parks & Recreation Events Where Community Comes Together! Please join us for annual events for the whole family. Details are provided on our website and updated regularly. ♦ Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and Egg Hunt ♦ 3-Day Standish Summer Spectacular with: Fireworks, music, parade and more! ♦ Concerts in the Park ♦ Outdoor Movie Nights ♦ Duct Tape Regatta at Rich Memorial Beach ♦ Spooktacular ♦ Tree Lighting and Pictures with Santa Standish Parks & Recreation Events Where Community Comes Together! Please join us for annual events for the whole family. Details are provided on our website and updated regularly.  Breakfast with the Easter Bunny and Egg Hunt  3-Day Standish Summer Spectacular with: Fireworks, music, parade and more!  Concerts in the Park  Outdoor Movie Nights  Spooktacular  Holiday Tree Lighting and Pictures with Santa