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WinterNORTH LIBERTY ACTIVITY GUIDE

Activities run January through April 2019. Registration for residents begins online and in person Dec. 3, 2018.

REGISTRATION, NEWS AND UPDATES AT NORTHLIBERTYIOWA.ORG

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COMMUNITY CENTER 520 W CHERRY ST. NORTH LIBERTY IA 52317

Matt MeseckRecreation [email protected]

Brian MotleyAssistant Recreation [email protected]

Shelly Simpson Recreation [email protected]

Matt FielderYouth Program [email protected]

Ashley KippAquatics [email protected]

Kyle HuismanSite [email protected]

Jason EglyAdministrative [email protected]

ONLINE Set up an ActiveNet account and pay by a credit card 24/7. Click “Reg-ister Online” on the Recreation Department’s page on our web-site to register. (Online registra-tion incurs an additional fee.)

IN PERSONStop by the front desk at the Community Center, 520. W. Cherry St., weekdays between 6 a.m. and 8:30 p.m. Pay with cash, check, Visa, MasterCard, Discover or American Express.

BY MAILCompleted forms, available at the Commu-nity Center, can be mailed with payment to PO Box 77, North Liberty, IA, 52317. Online and in-person registrations have pri-ority over mail.

RECREATION STAFFOur full-time recreation staff can be reached in person at the Community Center, 520 W. Cherry St. in North Liberty, by phone at (319) 626-5716 or directly via email.

TABLE OF CONTENTSHighlights .............................................. Page 2How to Register ..................................... Page 3Memberships & Fees .............................. Page 4Recreation Center Features..................... Page 5Parks, Trails & Outdoors ......................... Page 6Facility Rentals ...................................... Page 7Pacha Aquatic Center Features ............... Page 8Swimming Lesson Information ................ Page 9Aquatics Programing .............................. Page 10–13 Special Events ........................................ Page 14–16Preschool Programs ............................... Page 17, 18Youth Sports & Programs ...................... Page 19, 20Adult Sports & Programs ........................ Page 21Adult Fitness Classes............................... Page 22Community Library ................................ Page 23Beat the Bitter ....................................... Back Cover

REGULAR HOURSThe Recreation Department’s regular hours are:6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekendsHours may vary for holidays and special events.

SEASONAL GUIDESThese guides are published three times each year: Summer (for May to August), Fall (for September to December) and Winter (for January to April). Copies are distributed in the North Johnson County newspaper and available online and at the Community Center.

HOW TO REGISTERWINTER HIGHLIGHTSCheck out these new programs, updates and highlights in the North Liberty Activity Guide.

MEMBERSHIPS & FEESOn Oct. 1, we streamlined and updated our fees and memberships .................................. Page 4

SAFETY SWIMMING SATURDAYFree swimming lessons to help kick off a safe summer in the pool ............................... Page 10

MERMAID EXPERIENCESpend spring break with a tail ............... Page 11

AQUA ZUMBANow with morning classes,too ............... Page 13

HOLIDAY VENDOR FAIRDo some holiday shopping with local crafters and other vendors at the annual market ......... Page 14

ICE SKATINGThe second year of the Penn Meadows rink includes time for hockey .................................... Page 15

FAMILY FOCUS FREE TIMEFree gym space, fun board games and more family programming at the Community Center ... Page 16

BEAT THE BITTERA week of winter games and good cheer to get you out of the house ................................Back cover

ON THE COVERBeat the Bitter brings a week of good cheer and winter games, including broomball, curling, kickball and a 5k-ish obstacle run, to North Liberty from Jan. 27 to Feb. 2, 2019. This annual tradition works to get the community out of the house and to embrace winter, and least for a little bit. Join us during the bleakest days of the year; see the schedule at beatthebitter.com.

Zach PilcherAdministrative [email protected]

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It’s how local governments make decisions. The City of North Liberty invites you to join the Public Opinion Panel.

Join by taking a 13-question survey. We’ll ask panel members for their opinion via short monthly surveys.

Thanks for engaging in your community.

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BLACK AND WHITE

RECREATION CENTER FEATURESFor year-round activities, the Community Center offers a slew of indoor accommodations for exercise, arts and crafts, meetings and celebrations, sports leagues and more. For membership packages, see page 4. Our regular hours are 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. on weekdays, and 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on weekends.

WEIGHT & EXERCISE AREAWe offer a variety of weight and cardio equip-ment, including treadmills, ellipticals, recumbent and upright bikes, steppers and rowing machines. Our weights includes both free weights from 3 to 90 pounds as well as Matrix weight stations. Use is included in Black & Gold and Gold packages.

ELEVATED RUNNING TRACK Our three-lane indoor track is perfectly suited for running, walking and jogging. Don’t let uncomfort-able temperatures or inclement weather prevent a run. Strollers are welcome.

AEROBICS ROOMReady for your routine or your favorite class, get active indoors.

JONES & ROBERTS GYMS Our two gyms offer full-size basketball and vol-leyball courts, wood floors, air-conditioning and bleachers. They’re perfect for a weekend tourna-ment.

KID’S CAMPSITE PLAY AREA Youngsters 48 inches tall or shorter love jumping and climbing on soft-play features such as a Jeep, tent and log slide. Better yet: it’s free to use.

AQUATICSA year-round indoor and seasonal outdoor pool, both heated, offer lessons, free play, laps, diving and more. For details, see Page 8.

MEMBERSHIPS & FEES We offer a variety of annual and monthly membership packages. Black & Gold includes access to weight and cardio equipment, indoor pool and outdoor pool. Gold includes access to weight and cardio equipment only. Silver includes access to our indoor and outdoor pools only. Facility Passes include access to open-gym activities such as basketball, pickleball and volleyball. Track Passes include access to our indoor track. Daily Fees include one-visit access to our entire facility. Summer Pool Passes are valid from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Residents are those who live within North Liberty’s corporate limits. County residents and others outside city limits with a 52317 are classified as non-residents. Financial aid is available for residents on a sliding scale for annual memberships and programs based on income verified by the HACAP. Stop by the front desk for details.

Resident Non-Res.

Dai

ly Adult Individual age 19 – 59 $4 $5

Senior Adults ages 60 or older $3 $4

Child Children ages 3 to 18 years old $3 $4

Infant Children ages 2 or younger FREE FREE

Black & Gold

Gold or Silver

FacilityPass

TrackPass

Resident Non-Res. Resident Non-Res. Resident Non-Res. Resident Non-Res.

Mon

thly Adult Individual age 19 – 59 $54 $68 $36 $45 $10 $13 FREE $13

Discounted Under 19, over 60, retired or active military or full-time student

$45 $56 $30 $38 $5 $6 FREE $6

Couple Two adults sharing a residence $93 $116 $62 $78 $15 $19 FREE $19

Family Up to two adults and two children $180 $225 $120 $150 $20 $25 FREE $25

Add’l Member Cost for each additional child for family membership

$22 $28 $15 $19 $3 $4 FREE $4

Ann

ual Adult Individual age 19 – 59 $324 $405 $216 $270 $60 $75 FREE $75

Discounted Under 19, over 60, retired or active military or full-time student

$270 $338 $180 $225 $30 $38 FREE $38

Couple Two adults sharing a residence $558 $698 $372 $465 $90 $113 FREE $113

Family Up to two adults and two children $1,080 $1,350 $720 $900 $120 $150 FREE $150

Add’l Member Cost for each additional child for family membership

$135 $169 $90 $113 $18 $23 FREE $23

Resident Non-Res.

Sum

mer

Pool

Pas

s Adult Individual age 19 – 59 $84 $105

Discounted Under 19, over 60, retired or active military or full-time student $54 $68

Couple Two adults sharing a residence $126 $158

Family Up to two adults and two children $171 $214

Add’l Member Cost for each additional child for family membership $27 $34




PARKS, TRAILS & OUTDOOR SPORTSOur parks department maintains parks, ball fields, trails, green spaces, stocked ponds and play struc-tures throughout town, much available year round. For details about our parks, trails, ponds, green spaces and other outdoor recreation opportunities, visit northlibertyiowa.org/parks.

BASEBALL & SOFTBALL FIELDS Our parks department maintains fields at Penn Meadows, Quail Ridge and Koser parks that are in heavy use spring through summer.

RECREATION TRAILSWe maintain an expanding network of trails, in-cluding connections throughout the county.

TENNIS COURTS & ICE RINKPenn Meadows Park has four courts and a winter ice rink, with lighting available for evening use.

PENN MEADOWS PARKHome to a splash pad, a new tot lot and our tall-est play structure.

PLAY STRUCTURESCentennial Park hosts a new playground and rock climbing feature, and you can visit other updated structures at Beaver Kreek, Penn Meadows and Quail Ridge parks.

SHELTERSPenn Meadows and Quail Ridge parks offer pic-nic shelters with tables, perfect for your next party.

CENTENNIAL PARKContinues to improve with a paved walking trail, storm water management features and play-ground, with additional development planned.

OUTDOOR PURSUITSGarden plots, fishing poles and educational O.N.E. Packs are available through the recreation department.

FACILITY RENTALSOur recreation department offers a variety of facilities for special events, practices, meetings, parties and more. Demand is high, reservations are first-come, first-served and city programming takes priori-ty. For availability and more information, contact the front desk at (319) 626-5716.

MEETING ROOMS and GERDIN CONFERENCE CENTERThe Community Center has a variety of rooms that can be configured in ways to accommodate groups from fewer than 20 to 400. Some rooms offer kitchen access.

BASEBALL and SOFTBALL FIELDS Nine fields at Penn Meadows Park and one each at Quail Ridge and Koser parks. Tournaments can reserve a year in advance.

PARK SHELTERSReserve picnic shelters for $5 an hour through the recreation department.

INDOOR and OUTDOOR POOLSOur heated indoor and outdoor pools are avail-able for parties and other events Saturday and Sunday from 6 to 7:30 p.m. or 7:45 to 9:15 p.m.

GYMNASIUMSGyms at the Community Center, North Bend and Garner elementary schools are available for tour-naments, practices, special events and more.

KID’S CAMPSITE PLAY AREA Soft-play features are great for up to 49 energetic kids 48 inches tall or shorter. Rental is available weekends 6 p.m. to close for $25 per hour.

LOCKERSDaily use (50¢ per day, free with your own lock)and six-month locker rentals ($15) are available in the Community Center.

Room Capacity Resident Non-res. Non-profit

Half Main Level Room 20 $10/hour $15/hour $5/hour

Full Main Level Room 40 $20/hour $25/hour $10/hour

Full Gerdin Room 40 $20/hour $25/hour $10/hour

Large Gerdin Room 70 $25/hour $30/hour $12.50/hour

Double Gerdin Room 140 $40/hour $50/hour $20/hour

Half Gym 200 $20/hour $25/hour Regular fees

Half Gym with Tarps 200 $30/hour $35/hour Regular fees

Full Gym 400 $40/hour $45/hour Regular fees

Full Gym with Tarps 400 $50/hour $55/hour Regular fees

Full Gerdin Center 650 $70/hour $85/hour Regular fees

Indoor Pool 175 $90 $90 Regular fees

Outdoor Pool 480 $190 $190 Regular fees

Ball Field $15/hour $15/hour Regular fees




BLACK AND WHITE

LEVEL 5 (PASSED LEVEL 4)This level continues increasing endurance for freestyle, backstroke, and elementary backstroke to 15 yards. Diving, sidestroke, butterfly arms, breaststroke arms and legs togeth-er and treading water are all introduced in this level. Pre-req-uisites: Freestyle with rotary breathing 10 yards, backstroke 10 yards, elementary backstroke with arms and legs togeth-er, dolphin kick and breaststroke kick. .

LEVEL 6 (PASSED LEVEL 5)This level is the final level on our program. This class will continue building endurance for freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, elementary backstroke and sidestroke. Butterfly arms and legs will be put together. Other introduced skills will be flip turns, surface dive (fully submerged), long dive with a glide of 2 body lengths and then swim, compact dive. Pre-requisites: Freestyle 15 yards, tread 30 seconds, backstroke for 15 yards, breaststroke 15 yards, open turn, elementary backstroke 15 yards and butterfly arms.

REFUND AND MAKEUP POLICYMonday and Wednesday evening lessons will make up a missed lesson the Friday following the missed class at the originally scheduled time, no refunds will be given. Tuesday and Thursday private lessons will not make up a missed lesson and a credit will be applied to your NLRC account. Requests for program/class refunds or transfers must be made at least three business days prior to the first meeting between the hours of 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. Refunds for health reasons may be considered if they occur seven days prior to or during a session/class. Copy of a doctor’s excuse with date of incident is required. Credits may be applied to your NLRC account. Refunds are processed through City Hall and will be mailed to you; please allow 3 to 4 weeks.

PARENT AND TOT (6 MONTHS – 2 YEARS)This class gives adult caretakers a chance to interact with children in the water while leading them through fun water activities. This class focuses on water acclimation and basic skills. The goal is to acquaint kids to the water with parental assistance. An adult must accompany each child.

TADPOLES (AGE 3)This class is designed for the young swimmer wanting to learn aquatic skills independent of caretaker. This class teaches beginner skills while increasing swimmers’ comfort in the water. Pre-requisites: Children must be able to be in a class setting in the pool and follow an instructor’s directions.

LEVEL 1 (AGE 4 OR PASSED TADPOLES)This class teaches children to be comfortable submerging their heads in the water. This level also includes practicing: front float with face in the water and with support, back float with support, roll from front float to back float and back float to front float with support, front and back glides with sup-port, paddling on front with face in the water with support and paddling on back with support.

LEVEL 2 (PASSED LEVEL 1)This level has similar skills as Level 1 but will provide practice of completing skills independently and with increased distance. Free-style and backstroke will be completed independently. All glides and floats on front and back will be completed independently as well. Pre-requisites: Front float with face in water with support, back float with support, roll from front float to back float and back float to front float with support, paddling arms and legs on front and back with support, paddling on front with face in water.

LEVEL 3 (PASSED LEVEL 2)This level includes increased distance of freestyle and backstroke as well as front glide and back glide. Elementary backstroke arms and legs and breaststroke arms are introduced in this level and complet-ed independently. Also, rolling from front to back while gliding will be taught. Pre-requisites: Font and back float independently, front and back glide 10 feet independently, roll from front float to back float and back float to front float independently, swim freestyle and backstroke 10 feet independently.

LEVEL 4 (PASSED LEVEL 3)This level continues increasing distance for for freestyle and backstroke to 10 yards. Rotary breathing for freestyle is introduced in this level along with dolphin kick, and breaststroke. Elementary backstroke arms and legs are put together for the first time in this level. Pre-requisites: Freestyle and backstroke 15 feet, elementary backstroke arms inde-pendently, elementary backstroke legs independently, breast-stroke arms, and rolling from front to back while gliding.

PACHA AQUATIC CENTERWhether you’re looking for a workout, lessons or just fun, our heated pools are just the thing. For mem-bership packages, see page 4. For a current schedule of activity availability, including pool hours, visit our online calendar at northlibertyiowa.org/aquatics.

INDOOR POOLOpen year around, it features a six-lane, 25-meter lap area, diving board and observation deck.

OUTDOOR POOLOpen from Memorial Day weekend to Labor Day, the pool offers two large water slides, climbing features and more.

LOCKER ROOMSOff the pool deck, we offer locker rooms with showers as well as two family changing areas.

ZERO-DEPTH ENTRYBoth of our pools feature gradual and easy access into the water and play areas.

LIFT and AQUATIC WHEELCHAIROur indoor pool is equipped with a chair lift, and we also offer use of an aquatic wheelchair, for those who need the assistance into the water.

KICK BOARDS and FLOATIESWe offer kick boards and pull buoys for our lap swimming patrons’ use. Kids can bring their own US Coast Guard-approved life jackets.

CLOSINGSOccasionally, our pools close for mechanical breakdowns, low temperatures, inclement weath-er, chemical imbalance, low attendance or sched-ule changes. We apologize in advance.

INDOOR POOL DECKSoft floor tiles surrounds the deck for grip and con-fort, but please avoid walking on it in shoes.

remember: sick children cannot enter the water for at least two weeks after their last episode of diarrhea. Please keep them home.

Swimmers are asked to go barefoot or in pool sandals on the soft surface around the pool to help extend the life of the flooring.

SWIMMING LESSONSRegistration begins Dec. 3, 2018, for residents, Dec. 5, 2018, for non-residents, and is available first-come, first-served, in person and online, beginning at 6 a.m. Proof of residency may be required. See class times on page 10. No classes will be held over spring break, March 18 to 23, 2019.

Indoor Pool Hours

Year Round Weekdays 6 am – 9 pm

Year Round Weekends 8 am – 6 pm

Memorial Day (May 27) 8 am – 6 pm

Independence Day (July 4) 8 am – 6 pm

Labor Day (Sept. 2) Closed

Outdoor Pool Hours

May 25 – 27 Memorial Day weekend 12 – 6 pm

May 28 – 30 Closed

May 31 – Aug. 22 Weekdays 12 – 9 pm

May 31 – Aug. 22 Weekends 12 – 6 pm

Aug. 23 – Sept. 2 Mon. – Thurs. Closed

Aug. 23 – Sept. 1 Fridays 5 – 9 pm

Aug. 23 – Sept. 1 Weekends 12 – 6 pm

Independence Day (July 4) 12 – 6 pm




Aquatic Programming

SWIMMING LESSONSParent-Tot, Tadpoles, Level 1, 2 and 3 classes are 30 minutes. Level 4, 5 and 6 classes are 40 min-utes. See level descriptions on page 9. No classes will be held March 18 to 23.

CHILD GROUP LESSONS: ALL LEVELSGroup lessons for kids held Mondays and Wednesdays.

Date Start Times Resident Non-res.

Jan 14 – Feb 13 4:45, 5:30, 6:15 pm $37.50 $42.50

Feb 25 – Apr 3 4:45, 5:30, 6:15 pm $37.50 $42.50

Apr 15 – May 8 4:45, 5:30, 6:15 pm $30 $35

CHILD GROUP LESSONS: LEVELS 1, 2, 3Group lessons for kids held Saturdays.

Date Start Times Resident Non-res.

Jan 19 – Mar 9 9:00, 9:40, 10:20 am $30 $35

Apr 6 – May 11 9:00, 9:40, 10:20 am $22.50 $27.50

SAFETY SWIMMING SATURDAY The North Liberty, Coralville and Iowa City recreation departments will each host a free spring swimming lesson to promote safety for the upcoming summer. Get a jump start with a free swim lesson! Register in-person at the front desk.

Day Date Time Fee

Saturday Mar 30 11–11:40 am Free, 50 spots register early

CHILD PRIVATE LESSONS One-on-one, 30-minute lessons for kids 5 and up led by North Liberty Aquatic Center staff in our indoor pool. Teachers may vary between lessons and make-up classes cannot be offered. A sick child may not enter the water for at least two weeks after their last episode of diarrhea. Questions may be directed to lesson coordinators.

Dates Days Start Times Resident Non-res.

Jan 15 - Feb 12 Tues 4:40, 5:15, 5:50, 6:25 pm $65 $70

Jan 17 - Feb 14 Thurs 4:40, 5:15, 5:50, 6:25 pm $65 $70

Feb 26 – Apr 2 Tues 4:40, 5:15, 5:50, 6:25 pm $65 $70

Feb 28 – Apr 4 Thurs 4:40, 5:15, 5:50, 6:25 pm $65 $70

Apr 16 – May 7 Tues 4:40, 5:15, 5:50, 6:25 pm $52 $57

Apr 18 – May 9 Thurs 4:40, 5:15, 5:50, 6:25 pm $52 $57

ADULT LESSONS A small-group setting for beginner adults looking to learn how to swim. Bring your swimming goals and our experienced instructor will help you reach them.

Date Days Times Resident Non-res.

Jan 15 – Feb 14 Tues, Thurs 6:25 pm $37.50 $42.50

Feb 26 – Apr 4 Tues, Thurs 6:25 pm $37.50 $42.50

Apr 16 – May 9 Tues, Thurs 6:25 pm $30 $35

JUNIOR LIFEGUARD CLASSThis course is geared to give kids ages 11 to 14 a taste of what lifeguarding is all about. They’ll learn how to prevent drowning, different rescue techniques, basic first-aid skills, and more. Participates must be able to complete the following skills: swim front crawl 25 yards continuously, swim breaststroke 25 yards, tread water for 1 minute continuously, submerge underwater 10 feet and swim a distance.

Day Date Time Resident Non-res

Mon – Fri March 18 – 22 9 am – 1 pm $55 $60

FIRST-AID, CPR & AEDBecome American Red Cross-certified in adult and pediatric first-aid, CPR and AED. This is an in-person class that will teach you how to care for victims with cardiac emergencies, giving CPR, using an AED, choking victims, sudden illness, injuries and environmental emergencies. You must attend the full five and half hours of the class day to receive certification.


Wednesday March 30 9am-2:30pm $40 $45

Saturday April 27 9am-2:30pm $40 $45

BLENDED LEARNING LIFEGUARD CLASSBecome an American Red Cross-certified lifeguard, eligible to work at the pool. Participants must pass the first-day pre-test, including: a 200-yard freestyle and 100-yard breaststroke continuously, tread water for 2 minutes without the use of arms, and a timed brick test. To pass, they must demonstrate correct rescue skills, first aid/CPR and receive 80 percent proficiency on written exam. Participants must view videos before coming to class, and be at least 15 years old by last day of course.The city will reimburse the cost of the class to year-round part-time lifeguards and any high school student who works Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend, averaging 22 hours per week of work. Seasonal, college students who work Memorial Day weekend through when they go back to college and average 34 hours per week will be reimbursed, as long as they work through July.

Date & Times Resident Non-res

Feb 22 (5 – 9 pm), Feb 23 and 24 (9 am – 6 pm) $170 $175

Apr 12 (5 – 9 pm), Apr 13 and 14 (9 am – 6 pm) $170 $175

RECREATIONAL SWIM TEAMThe team is a perfect fit for those interested in joining a swim team but not ready for the competitive level. Focus is on improving stroke techniques and building endurance, instruction on flip turns and starts in an organized but relaxed environment. Option of signing up for one or both days. Minimum requirements: Must be able to swim one length of the pool freestyle and one length backstroke, idea of how to swim breaststroke and butterfly.

Date Days Time Resident Non-res.

Jan 8 – Feb 26 Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 pm $32 $37

Jan 10 – Feb 28 Thursdays 6:30-7:30 pm $32 $37

Mar 5 – May 7, no 3/19 Tuesdays 6:30-7:30 pm $36 $41

Mar 7 – May 9, no 3/21 Thursdays 6:30-7:30 PM $36 $41

reduced rates are available for north Liberty residents with low household incomes. Ask at the recreation Department’s front desk.

A MERMAID EXPERIENCEThis Spring Break, your child can join us to learn to be a mermaid. This two-day experience includes safety and care of a mermaid fin, basic skills and movements while wearing a tail and playtime! Participants can rent or purchase a tail of their own. Open to all ages, but we will test participants to ensure they can: float on front and back independently, roll from front to back independently, tread water independently, swim 25 meters independently and perform the dolphin kick independently. Registration, due Feb. 26, includes additional questions.

Day Date Time Buy Res/Non-res. Rent Res/Non-res.

Mon, Tues Mar 18, 19 9:30 - 11am $75 $80 $35 $40

Wed, Thurs Mar 20, 21 9:30 - 11am $75 $80 $35 $40

OPEN SWIMSLUCKY DUCKSA special morning open swim for caregivers and young kids. We recommend a caregiver-to-child ratio of one to one for infants, one to five for up to 3 years old, with all children within arm’s reach for safety and supervision needs.

Days Date Time Fee

Tues, Thurs Jan 8 – Apr 30, no 3/19 3/21 9–11:30 am $1

HOME SCHOOLERS SWIMUnstructured swim time for home-educating parents and children. Provides a great way to supplement a physical education curriculum and socialize with other home schoolers. Open to all home-schooling families. Regular adult supervision rules apply.

Days Date Time Fee

Wednesdays Jan 9 – Apr 24, no 3/20 1 – 3 pm $2

HOLIDAY SWIMSCome enjoy the pool for extended hours on your breaks from school. Children must complete fifth grade to use facility without adult supervision.

Dates Time Adults Kids

Jan 3, 4, 21, Feb 28, Mar 18-22, Apr 26 1 – 4:30 pm $4 $2

DISCOUNT SWIM DAYSDeals for the pool are in effect from 1 to 3 p.m. on the following Sundays.

Dates Deal

Feb 10 Friend Day Two admissions for the price of one.

March 10 Spring into the Pool Everyone gets in for a buck.

April 29 Parent’s Day Parents are free with a kid’s admission

FAMILY FRIDAYSSwim at reduced price on Friday evenings. Regular adult supervision rules apply.

Dates Time Fee

Jan 4 – Mar 15, Mar 29 – Apr 26 5:30 – 8 pm $10/family of four, $2 additional

NEW!

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Water Fitness Classes

EARLY BIRD AQUA AEROBICSWater fitness includes aqua aerobics, stretch and strength toning for the early birds. Get your day started, your body moving and your heart pumping. This class is for ages 15 and up, younger welcome with an adult. Instructor: Kim Lestina

Day Date Time Resident Non.-res.

Tues, Thurs Mar 26-Apr 30; no 4/4 6:05 – 6:50 am $30 $35

Drop in $4 $4

ARTHRITIS AQUATIC PROGRAMRecreational exercise program designed for men and women, regardless of age. This class allows anyone to exercise without putting excess strain on joints and muscles while performing gentle range of motion exercises and stretching muscles. Participants enjoy physical benefits such as decreased pain and stiffness, increased muscle strength, flexibility and joint mobility. Leaders develop a fun, friendly supportive group with lasting friendships. This class is for ages 15 and up. Instructors: Suzy Richter and Verlee Lauderbaugh

Day Date Time Resident Non-res.

Mon, Wed, Fri. Jan 2-30 10-10:50 am $26 $31

Mon, Wed, Fri. Feb 1-27 10-10:50 am $24 $29

Mon, Wed, Fri. Mar 1-29 10-10:50 am $26 $31

Mon, Wed, Fri. Apr 1-29 10-10:50 am $26 $31

Drop in $3 $3

NOODLE TRIATHLON WORKOUTA great way to kick start your weekend! Workout incorporates lap swimming with noodle biking and noodle kayaking. Bring your goggles and come tri it! This class is for ages 15 and up. Instructor: Janet Holland


Saturday Jan 5-26 8:05-9 am $14 $19

Saturday Feb 2-23 8:05-9 am $14 $19

Saturday Mar 2-30 8:05-9 am $17.50 $22.50

Saturday Apr 6-27 8:05-9 am $14 $19

Drop in $4 $4

WATER RESISTANCE EXERCISEExercise in shallow and deep water, resulting in low to no impact on your joints. Improve posture and core strength, range of motion, flexibility, endurance and overall muscle strength in a liquid “gym.” We use a variety of resistive and buoyant equipment as well as flotation belts and Hydrofit ankle cuffs (all equipment is provided). Instructors will provide an ever-changing workout to challenge the heart, body and mind. This fast-paced class is a great way to burn calories and decrease stress. Water shoes and a water bottle is recommended. This class is for ages 15 and up. New students: please arrive 15 minutes early. Instructor: Colette Soults


Mon, Wed, Fri. Jan 2-30 8-8:45 am $45.50 $50.50

Mon, Wed, Fri. Feb 1-27 8-8:45 am $42 $47

Mon, Wed, Fri. Mar 1-29 8-8:45 am $45.50 $50.50

Mon, Wed, Fri. Apr 1-29 8-8:45 am $45.50 $50.50

Drop in $4 $4

EASY DOES ITThis water workout is slower paced with no impact options in both shallow and deep water. Resistive and buoyant equipment used, as well as flotation belts for the deep water will be provided. Improve range of motion, joint flexibility, posture, balance, core strength and endurance. An instructor will provide an ever changing workout to help improve your overall physical and mental health. Water shoes, water bottle recommended. This class is for ages 15 and up. New students: please arrive 15 minutes early. Instructor: Jennifer Babcock


Mon, Wed, Fri. Jan 2-30 9-9:45 am $45.50 $50.50

Mon, Wed, Fri. Feb 1-27, no 2/20 9-9:45 am $38.50 $43.50

Mon, Wed, Fri. Mar 1-29 9-9:45 am $45.50 $50.50

Mon, Wed, Fri. Apr 1-29 9-9:45 am $45.50 $50.50

Drop in $4 $4

AQUA BOOT CAMPFun and energizing activities designed to help you reach your fitness goals. Exercises are performed using the full length of the pool, but no swimming skills are needed. Regardless of age, size or fitness level, you can achieve noticeable results. Whether a beginner, an avid fitness enthusiast or simply looking for a new type of workout, this aquatic adventure is for you. This class is for ages 15 and up. Instructor: Janet Holland


Tues, Thurs. Jan 3-31 5:45-6:30 pm $31.50 $36.50

Tues, Thurs. Feb 5-28 5:45-6:30 pm $28 $33

Tues, Thurs. Mar 5-28 5:45-6:30 pm $ 28 $33

Tues, Thurs. Apr 2-30 5:45-6:30 pm $31.50 $36.50

Drop in $4 $4

AQUA ZUMBA now offered Sunday mornings!Are you looking to try something new this summer? Come try Aqua Zumba! The “Pool Party” experience that takes the high-energy Zumba moves and incorporates low-impact aqua fitness! The instructor is on land for your view, and come ready to work those muscles! Ages 15 and up, younger individuals may attend with an adult. Instructor: Tara Allen, ACE Certified


Sun Jan 6 – 27 11-11:45 am $14 $19

Sun Feb 3 – 24, no class 2/10, 24 11-11:45 am $7 $12

Sun Mar 3 – 31 11-11:45 am $17.50 $22.50

Sun Apr 7 – 28 11:11:45 am $14 $19

Tues Jan 8 – 29 7:15-8 pm $14 $19

Tues Feb 5 – 26 7:15-8 pm $14 $19

Tues Mar 5 – 26 7:15-8 pm $14 $19

Tues Apr 2 – 30 7:15-8 pm $17.50 $22.50

Drop in $4 $4

AQUA AEROBICS, TONING & STRETCHING This new 50-minute class will include a low impact warm-up, a no-impact deep-end cardio workout and abdominal workout with a cool down. Ages 15 and up, younger individuals may attend with an adult. Instructor: Jennifer Babcock


Wed Jan 2 – 30 7-7:50 pm $17.50 $22.50

Wed Feb 6 – 27, no 2/20 7-7:50 pm $10.50 $15.50

Wed Mar 6 – 27 7-7:50 pm $14 $19

Wed Apr 3 – 24 7-7:50pm $14 $19

Drop in $4 $4

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NORTH CENTRAL JR. HIGH SKI TRIPThursday, Feb. 28, 7:15 a.m. – 6:30 p.m. (Register by Feb. 20)Head to Sundown Mountain with your North Central Junior High friends. Fee includes lift ticket, ski or snowboard rental, lesson and bus ride. Students who own snowboard or ski equipment may bring it for personal use and pay a reduced price. Permission slips must be filled out upon sign up and brought to the recreation center, not school. Slips are located at the NLRC and will be sent out through the school backpack program. Additional cash should be brought for locker use, food and drink which are not included and must be purchased by the individual.

Ski Pass, lesson and transportation only $45

Snowboard or ski equipment rental $15

Helmet rental (optional) $8

NL OPTIMIST PANCAKE BREAKFASTSaturday, March 2, 7 a.m. – 1 p.m.Help support your local Optimist Club and enjoy a great breakfast at the same time in attending this event held at the North Liberty Community Center. Fee: To be announced, with early ticket purchasing available.

EASTER EGG HUNTSaturday, April 13, 10:30 am – Sharp!, FREEThe North Liberty Optimist Club and Recreation Center will co-sponsor the annual Easter Egg Hunt for kids 10 and under (children must have adult supervision). Candy is spread on the ground. If inclement weather, event is moved inside. Don’t be late, the candy vanishes in minutes!

RUN CRANDICSunday, April 28The second annual marathon between Iowa City and North Liberty, benefiting the Iowa City and Cedar Rapids school districts, is a unique athletic and social event that brings the north and the south of ICR Iowa together. The race is a partnership with the Corridor Running Club, the Iowa City/Coralville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau, and the Cedar Rapids Metro Economic Alliance. Visit runcrandic.com to register for the marathon or half marathon or more information about the run.

HOLIDAY VENDOR FAIRSaturday, December 8, 8 a.m. – 12 p.m.Pick out perfectly crafted gifts for your friends and family from local vendors, crafters and sellers. Shopping runs all morning, so stop by and see what’s available.

ELF ON THE SHELF SCAVENGER HUNTNov. 26 – Dec. 21, FREESanta needs your help! Elves have escaped Santa’s workshop over the summer and reports suggest they’re headed to North Liberty. Starting this fall, we your help to find them. Stop by the Community Center to pick up your Elf Guide and visit local elf haunts in search of the miniature wanderers. Sponsors include Café Muse, City Tractor, Corridor Coffee, DiVentures, Family Video, Geek City, Heyn’s Ice Cream, Leash on Life, 365 Nutrition, North Liberty Library, Real Deals, Sugar Bottom Bikes, We Run and True Value. Family event with prizes for ages 2 to 12 awarded December 21.

SNOWMAN CONTESTDecember 1 – February 28Have fun enjoying this traditional winter activity. Build a snowman in any city park or your yard for the town to see. Take a picture of your creation and submit it to Jason Egly or email to [email protected] along with your name, contact information and where the snowman was built. The photos will be displayed at the NLRC, online and will be judged by recreation staff. The winning family receives prize!

DROP-IN BOARD GAME NIGHTSFridays, Jan 4, Jan 18, Feb 1, Feb 15, 6 – 9pm, FREEBeat the winter blues by getting your brain engaged in some free fun! Several games will be available for you to try out with others, family or friends. You are also welcome to bring your own games to play. Rec staff will be on hand to provide direction in games you choose. New options available with the recent boom in board gaming.

BEAT THE BITTERJan. 27 – Feb. 2

Forget hibernating and embrace winter with the passion of norsemen. the fourth year of Beat the Bitter is back with a week full of activities to get you out of the house for winter games and good cheer. Join us in the tundra of north Liberty for fun on the bleakest days of the year, including the Wintry Warm UP on Jan. 27, Fire & ice Friday and the brand-new igloo Jam on Feb. 1, Winter Games and the Snuggie Crawl on Feb. 2 and affiliated events hosted by local organizations all week.

BOY SCOUT ANNUAL CHILI SUPPERSaturday, Feb. 2, 4:30 – 7 p.m.Support North Liberty Boy Scout Troop 216 at this annual all-you-can-eat chili supper at the Community Center. Meat and vegetarian chili served with all the fixings plus dessert, including homemade, Dutch-oven treats made by the scouts. $5 per person, with children 5 and under free.

Special Events

PENN MEADOWS PARK’S ICE RINK RETURNSThe weather-dependent rink will be open 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily, January through March. Bring your own skates or borrow skates at the Community Center. Learn more at northlibertyiowa.org/icerink

ICE RINK FOCUS TIMESThis year, we’re adding hockey-focused times to the regular free skate. All times are subject to ice conditions. Participants must bring their own equipment.

Days Time Activity

Weekdays 5:30 – 6:30 pm Pick-up Hockey – Kids & Parents

Weekdays 8:30 – 9:30 pm Pick-up Hockey – Adults

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LIL CHEFSAwesome class to put fun with food! Kids will create delicious treats to enjoy during class or to take home. Class is 1 hour in length. Ages: 3-5 years old

Day Date Start Time Register by Resident Non-Res.

Tuesdays Feb 5-26 6pm Jan 30 $35 $40

PEE WEE SPORTSNon–competitive approach to help your child, age 3 to 5 years old, learn sports basics, socialize and have fun! Class is 45 minutes and begin at 10 a.m., 5:45 p.m., 6:30 p.m. and 7:15 p.m. Participants must be 3 years old by first class.

Sport Day Date Register Resident Non–res

Basketball Wed Jan 9-30 Jan 2 $25 $30

Soccer Wed Feb 6-27 Jan 30 $25 $30

Baseball Wed Mar 6-Apr 3, no Mar 20 Feb 27 $25 $30

WIGGLE WORMSA “get up and move” type of class! Children will use instruments and manipulatives to explore music while getting our wiggles out by having fun dancing, singing and socializing! This is a drop–off class for children ages 3 and up.

Day Date Time Per child

Mondays Jan 7-28 10–10:45 am $12

Mondays Feb 4-25 10–10:45 am $16

Mondays March 4-25, no 3/18 10–10:45 am $12

Mondays April 1-29 10–10:45 am $20

Drop in $5

MUSIC & MOVEMENTThis class lets kids use instruments and manipulatives to explore music while getting their wiggles out by dancing, singing and socializing! This all-ages class is perfect for families with multiple children; kids and caregivers participate together.

Day Date Time Per family

Fridays Jan 4-26 10–10:45 am $16

Fridays Feb 1-22 10–10:45 am $16

Fridays March 1-29 10–10:45 am $20

Fridays April 5-26 10–10:45 am $16

Drop in $5

KINDER CLUBChildren and nature just go together — naturally! Build your child’s inherent curiosity about the world in using hands on sensory and nature based activities to foster social, physical, and academic development. Class will flow from active play, large group circle time, to fine motor and sensory based activities. This includes painting, crafts, sensory tables STEM activities, outdoor lessons, music and dance, cooperative games and fun storytelling. Weather appropriate clothes are needed and play clothes a must!

Day Date Time 1st child Sibling

Tuesdays Jan 8-29 9:30-11:30 am $28 $20

Tuesdays Feb 5-26 9:30-11:30 am $28 $20

Tuesdays Mar 5-26, no 3/19 9:30-11:30 am $28 $20

Tuesdays Apr 2-30 9:30-11:30 am $28 $20

Tuesdays May 7-28 9:30-11:30 am $28 $20

Drop in $7 $7

Preschool Programs

SPRING SHED & SCAVENGER HUNTFriday, April 26, 4 – 6 pm, FREE Hunt for that big rack you’ve been dreaming about…in April! Adults gather your kids, come explore all that spring has to offer at Creekside Commons Park in North Liberty. Take a Kid Outdoors invites kids of all ages to join in a shed and scavenger hunt. Come see if the bucks have been generous with their antlers. Be prepared to go on a short hike and possibly walk on some muddy trails to see spring birds, bugs and flowers. Participants should dress to walk in the woods. Dress in layers and be prepared for a range of weather conditions. Bring a hat, work gloves, sunglasses, sunscreen, insect repellent, drinking water, and any other items you may need to be comfortable in the outdoors. Participants are encouraged to bring a digital camera and/or binoculars. TAKO will be co-hosting the event, advance registration is requested, but not required. Those bringing six or more people should register to help TAKO plan equipment and food needs. Questions about the event can be directed to TAKO Executive Director, Judy Joyce at (319)-330-3833 or by email at [email protected]. This event is free.

CELEBRATION BELLE: CAPTAIN’S DINNER & DANCE CRUISEFriday, April 26 (register by March 22), $80Come aboard for a special dinner cruise on the mighty Mississippi River that you won’t forget! While dinner is a big part of this cruise, it is followed by relaxing with a fully stocked bar and dancing to the sounds of the Celebration River Cruises band. Our trip will depart from Community Center at 5 p.m., cruise will be from 6:30 to 9 p.m. and return is approximately 11 p.m. Need a babysitter? Our before and after school program staff will watch kids until your return for $5 per child.

COMMUNITY GARDENSMay – November, registration starts April 5Plots are available at North Liberty Meade Barn, east of Penn Meadows Park, on a first-come, first serve basis. Each plot is 10 by 30 feet. A hydrant is available on site for water, but no hose hook-ups are allowed. Individuals need to bring buckets to transport water to plot. Planting may begin May 1, earlier if plots ready, and must be cleared by Nov. 1. Plots are assigned after registration, payment and completed lease agreement. Each plot is $30 for residents or $35 for non-residents. Plot holders from the 2018 season can register, in person, starting 6 a.m. Friday, April 5. New plot holders can register, in person, starting 6 a.m. Friday, April 12.

FISHING POLE RENTALMay-AugustDid you know you could rent a rod and reel from the community center? Ages 12 & older can, free of charge during regular business hours. At time of rental, identification and $20 deposit needed. Deposit will be refunded if all equipment is returned in same condition and returned by the end of the day it is rented. Potential replacement charges include $7.50 per rod and $10 per reel.

O.N.E. PACKSYear Around, FREEExploring the outdoors continues! Ten backpacks are available for families for free, outdoor adventure through the support of the Iowa DNR Resource Enhancement and Protection Conservation Education Program. Packs can be taken to local parks or nature areas and are filled with fun and educational activities. Pack themes include: Birds, Animals of Iowa, Trees Insects, Outdoor Skills, Aquatic Habitats, Creatures of the Night, Wildflowers and Prairies, Rocks and Minerals and the Wild Turkey. At time of rental, pack rental forms must be completed and credit card number provided as deposit. Credit card will be charged for any lost or broken items.

FAMILY-FOCUS EVENTSNO-SCHOOL DAYSJan 2 – 4, Jan 21, Feb 28, March 18 – 22, April 26, May 27Free on designated dates at least one half of a gymnasium will be open for youth and adults to shoot hoops. Youth must be in Grade 6 or older to be in gymnasium without adult supervision. No team practices, pick-up games or unsupervised youngsters permitted.

FAMILY OPEN GYM NIGHTSFirst and third Tuesdays, second and fourth Fridays, 6 – 9 p.m.We are bringing back dedicated family nights. Bring your family to the rec center to burn off some winter energy in Jones gymnasium. Children must be supervised by adult. No team practices, pick-up games or unsupervised children permitted. Supervision ratios; guardian to child: 1 to 4. Guardians must be 19 years and older. Availability of open gym nights are subject to special events and weekend tournaments.

REGULAR OPEN GYM NIGHTSFree on the second and fourth Tuesdays, first and third Fridays each monthJones Gymnasium on these designated nights will be open for youth and adults to shoot hoops. Youth must be in Grade 6 or older to be in gymnasium without adult supervision. No team practices, pick-up games or unsupervised youngsters permitted. Availability of open gym nights are subject to special events and weekend tournaments.

BOARD GAME CHECKOUTAny day, any timeCreate a cross-country railroad, battle as Star Wars’ Rey and Kylo Ren, feed a hungry panda or solve a worldwide disease outbreak. Come to the Community Center to enjoy a better-than-Monopoly game for free. We have the space and 16 exciting games to choose from, all easy enough for most 6 to 8 year olds, but with enough strategy for adults to enjoy. Board gaming is a great alternative to video gaming and is a great family activity. Games available: Sushi Go Party, Evolution: The Beginning, Star Wars: Destiny, Splendor, Takenoko, Jaipur, Ticket to Ride, Pandemic, 7 Wonders: Duel, King of Tokyo and more. Board games can also be checked out with credit card and taken home to play for a week at a time.




PAINTING 101A 30-minute recreational class for kids ages 3 to 5 years.

Day Date Start Times Register Res/Non-res.

Fridays Jan 4-25 10am, 6pm Dec 28 $25 $30

TIPPI TOES DANCEThe mission of Tippi Toes Dance is to develop a love of dancing in children by creating a positive experience that promotes healthy living habits, helps build self–confidence and a love for others. Questions can be directed to Kaylee at (319) 853–8488 or [email protected].

TODDLER & METhis class is for kids ages 18 months to 3 years. Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps are introduced in a fun, friendly and positive manner. This type of class includes a caregiver participating in the class along with the dancer. Teachers will keep the music and curriculum moving along while caregivers take an active role encouraging, supporting and keeping the dancer on track.

Dates Day Time Fee

Jan 17-Mar 14 Thursdays 9:15-9:45 am $90

Jan 19-Mar 16 Saturdays 9:15-9:45 am $90

Mar 28-May 16 Thursdays 9:15-9:45 am $80

Mar 30-May 11 Saturdays 9:15-9:45 am $70

BABY BALLETThis class is a transition between Toddler & Me and Ballet, Tap & Jazz. Music, movement, balance and the basic dance steps are introduced in a fun, friendly and positive manner. This class is for kids who can to participate on their own, without caregivers at their sides. Teachers will keep the music and curriculum moving along that is fun, positive and appropriate for kids ages 2 to 3.

Dates Day Time Fee

Jan 17-Mar 14 Thursdays 10–10:30 am $90

Jan 19-Mar 16 Saturdays 10–10:30 am $90

Jan 16-Mar 13 Wednesdays 5–5:30 pm $90

Mar 27-May 15 Wednesdays 5-5:30 pm $80

Mar 28-May 16 Thursdays 10-10:30 am $80

Mar 30-May 11 Saturdays 10-10:30 am $70

BALLET/TAP/JAZZBallet, Tap & Jazz dance classes are offered for kids ages 4 to 6. Class incorporates an even mix of the three types of dance over the 45 minutes using high–energy music.

Dates Day Time Fee

Jan 16-Mar13 Wednesdays 5:45-6:30 pm $125

Jan 19-Mar 16 Saturdays 10:45–11:30 am $125

Mar 27-May 15 Wednesdays 5:45-6:30 pm $110

Mar 30-May 11 Saturdays 10:45-11:30 am $100

HIP HOP JAZZHip Hop/Jazz dance classes created especially for children 6–10 years of age. Using popular and current music the students start learning dances and choreography quickly as well as learning various dance elements. Our version of hip hop/jazz dance is extremely tasteful and clean and our priority is offering age–appropriate material.

Dates Day Time Fee

Jan 16-Mar 13 Wednesdays 6:45-7:30 pm $125

Jan 19-Mar16 Saturdays 11:45-12:30 pm $125

Mar 27-May 15 Wednesdays 6:45-7:30 pm $110

Mar 30-May 11 Saturdays 11:45-12:30 pm $100

PRINCESS CAMPOnce upon a time in a land not so far away, Tippi Toes held a magnificent Princess Camp. Young princesses from near and far came dressed in ballerina outfits, for they were about to spend time with some of the most intelligent, hard-working, true princesses. The princesses were inventors, doctors, dancers and teachers. They were kind to others and always used their manners. Together they would dance, share stories, play games and work on special crafts. Princesses get to invite a special person to join them at an awards show and a special performance held at the end of the week. Must be 3 years old prior to first day of camp.

Dates Time Fee

Mar 18-22 9 am – 12 pm $150

Youth Programs & Sports

WTF/UI TAEKWONDO Classes teach respect, discipline and self-control. Kids will learn kicks, blocks, hand strikes and forms for their respective levels. Sparring coach is available to student who want it. Joining a competition team is also available. Beginner and advanced levels provided. These classes are for ages 6 to 15. For more details, contact instructors Master Story at (319) 512-9002 or [email protected] or Master Messersmith at (515) 408-4671 or [email protected]. Register by the first of each month. Pricing based on number of family members registering. Tuesday class starts at 5:15 p.m., Wednesday class starts at 5:30 p.m.

Day Date Time First/second/third person

Tues, Wed Jan 2-30 5:15/5:30-6:30 pm $30 $20 $15

Tues, Wed Feb 5-27 5:15/5:30-6:30 pm $30 $20 $15

Tues, Wed Mar 5-27, no 3/19, 20 5:15/5:30-6:30 pm $30 $20 $15

Tues, Wed Apr 2-30 5:15/5:30-6:30 pm $30 $20 $15

Drop in $5 $5 $5

RANGE ROVERSGreat introduction to the game of golf for kids ages 8 to 13. Learn skills at the Quail Creek Golf Course range and practice green. Participants need to bring their own set of clubs. Includes transportation to the course.

Day Date Register by Time Res /non-res

Tuesdays April 16-May 7 March 28 4:15-5:30pm $35 $40

ROOKIE YOUTH BASKETBALLNew co-ed program to introduce basketball to kindergarteners. The first two weeks will be practice with last three weeks being games. Program held at Buford Garner Elementary School. Late fee of $5 after Dec. 30.


Mon Jan 22-Feb 19 Dec 30 6-8 pm $30 $40

CHOL CHOE’S TAEKWONDO Learn self-control, self-confidence, discipline, respect, courtesy and self-defense through the teachings of Grandmaster Chol Choe 7th Dan. Grandmaster opened the academy in 1983. Before he opened his TKD School, he was teaching at the Army Reserves. Grandmaster has taught traditional Taekwondo for more than 33 years. Kukkiwon/WTF, Style Moo Duk Kwan, ITF. All his instructors follow his guidance and leadership to maintain a traditional Korean martial art. This class is for ages 7 and up. Registration: 3 student minimum required to teach class. No uniform required for the first month of class. Instructor: Oscar Perez, 3rd Dan.

Day Date Time First/second person

Mon, Thurs Jan 3–31 4:30-5:30 pm $30 $15

Mon, Thurs Feb 4–28 4:30-5:30 pm $30 $15

Mon, Thurs Mar 4–28, no 3/18, 21 4:30-5:30 pm $30 $15

Mon, Thurs Apr 1–29 4:30-5:30 pm $30 $15

Drop in $7 $7

YOUTH OUTDOOR SOCCERThe recreation department, in partnership with Cedar River Soccer Association, will offer an outdoor soccer program for children kindergarten through sixth grade. Age-appropriate activities and small-sided games for boys and girls interested in soccer focus on fun, individual skill development and player participation. Activities are run by Jason Witt, staff coach at Cedar River Soccer Association. Witt, a USSF National B License holder, has 12 years of coaching experience in ICR and has studied under coaches from teams such as Ajax (Amsterdam) and Breiðablik UBK (Reykjavik, Iceland). Program will be held at Penn Meadows Park. A late fee of $5 will be charged after March 10 if openings remain.


Fridays Mar 29-May 17, no 3/19 March 10 5:30-6:45pm $40 $50

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NORTH LIBERTY/CORALVILLE COOPERATIVE LEAGUES The Recreation Departments from both cities work together to provide sport leagues for youth using as many facilities (recreation centers and schools) as possible due to the large participation numbers.

NLC YOUTH BASKETBALLThis league helps boys and girls in first through sixth grades learn fundamentals of the game and provides equal participation. Games and practices at various locations. Teams are chosen at random, and there is no guarantee on being placed on a friend’s team. If you register in North Liberty you are placed on a North Liberty team; register in Coralville to be placed on a Coralville team. Volunteer coaches are needed! Open practice date of Jan. 12 with games starting on Jan 19. Game times are estimates, teams will play at any time depending on number of teams in each grade. One-hour practices for Grades 1-2 will be first half hour on Saturdays while Grades 3-4, 5-6 will be on Sundays 4-8 p.m., Mondays 6-8 p.m. or Tuesdays 6-8 p.m. depending on coach’s availability. Register by Dec. 9.

Grades Day Dates Time Res. Non-res

1-2 Sat Jan 12-Mar 2 9 am-4 pm $50 $60

3-4 Sat Jan 12-Mar 2 9 am-4 pm $50 $60

5-6 Sat Jan 12-Mar 2 9 am-4 pm $50 $60

NORTH LIBERTY PARENT-RUN LEAGUES Youth ball leagues are parent-run organizations using city fields to provide summer baseball and softball.

NORTH LIBERTY YOUTH BASEBALL & SOFTBALL NLYBS is a recreational league run by volunteers since 1992 and serves more than 900 boys and girls ages 4 years old through eighth grade. Register beginning mid-January online at NLYBS.org. Registration closes March 2. Registration is $55 per child. Computers with Internet access are available in the library. Practices start the week of April 1; games start the week of April 29.

NORTH LIBERTY BABE RUTH Registration forms available at both North Liberty and Coralville recreation centers, online at www.nlbr.org or e-mail to: [email protected]: Player birthdate prior to May 1, 2002, and on or after May 1, 1999. 16-18U: Player birthdate prior to May 1, 1999 and on or after January 1, 1996. All new players must have a copy of their birth certificates on file. Babe Ruth is a competitive league, therefore, players are not guaranteed equal playing time. Please complete and return registration form early to help get accurate number of teams and game schedules. 13-15U (players born May 1, 1999 – April 30, 2002) Jan – Feb 28: $130; Feb 29 – Mar 16: $150 per player; $25 late fee after Mar 2016-18U (players born January 1, 1996 – April 30, 1999) through Jan. 2: $200

YOUTH COMPETITIVE TEAM BASKETBALL LEAGUESOfficiated 5-on-5 basketball for fifth- through eighth-grade boys and sixth-grade girls. Team-oriented program where an entire team and coach sign up. Grades may be combined. Games are played at the North Liberty Community Center, Buford Garner and North Bend Elementary Schools. Existing teams can register starting Dec 3; new teams can start Dec 5. Registration deadline is Dec. 12.

Grades Day Dates Start Times Fee

Boys 7 Mon Jan 14 - Mar 11 7, 7:50, 8:40 pm $340

Boys 8 Mon Jan 14 - Mar 11 7, 7:50, 8:40 pm $340

Boys 5 Thurs Jan 17 - Mar 14 6, 6:50, 7:40, 8:30 pm $340

Boys 6 Thurs Jan 17 - Mar 14 6, 6:50, 7:40, 8:30 pm $340

Girls 5 Thurs Jan 17 - Mar 14 6, 6:50, 7:40, 8:30 pm $340

SPRING BREAK COOKING CLASSCome try a new recipe each day of spring break. This class is for 7 to 12-year-olds.

Days Date Register by Time Res /non-res

Mon - Fri Mar 18 - 22 Mar 8 11 am - 12pm $30 $35

RECSTERSProgram provides recreational activities, supervision and guidance for students, kindergarten through sixth grade at Penn, Van Allen and Buford Garner elementary schools. For more information contact Matt Fielder at [email protected] or call (319) 626-5716.

BEFORE AND AFTER SCHOOL

Program Date Time Fee

Before school Starts Aug. 23 7 – 7:55 am $75

After school Starts Aug. 23 School end – 6 pm $210

Before & After Starts Aug. 23 Morning & Afternoon $240

ALL DAYS Jan 21, Feb 28, Apr 26 7 am – 6 pm $50/day

HOLIDAY CAMP Dec 26-28, Jan. 2-4 7 am – 6 pm $50/day

ENROLLMENTOpen enrollment for Holiday Camp begins Dec. 3, 2018. Open enrollment for fall before- and after-school program begins April 1, 2019; call Matt Fielder at (319) 626-5734 for openings or to be placed on the wait list.

PARENT’S NIGHT OUTGet a break from the kiddos and have some fun solo. Rec Staff will offer crafts, games, movies, WiiU, pizza and snacks for participants, kindergarten through sixth grade. You can bring toys, blankets and pillows from home.

Dates Day Time Fee

Jan 10, Feb 8, March 8 April 12, May 10 Fridays 6-10pm $20/day

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALLSix-player, self-officiated games with two divisions. Our “A” League is more competitive, while our “B” League is recreational. Players can be anyone 18 years old or older not in high school volleyball. Existing teams can register beginning Dec. 3. New teams can register beginning Dec. 5.

Day Dates Time Register by Location Team Fee

Sundays Jan 13-Mar 24 12-4 pm Dec 16 North Bend $90

MEN’S BASKETBALL Officiated, 5-on-5 basketball league for men 18 and older who are no longer in high school. Existing teams can register beginning Dec. 3. New teams can register beginning Dec. 5.

Day Dates Time Register by Location Team Fee

Sundays Jan 13 - Mar 24, no 2/3

4-8 pm Dec 16 NLRC $375

SENIOR DININGEvery Friday, we provide the chance seniors to get together for a catered lunch, to play an activity or just socialize with others at the North Liberty Community Center, just $5 per person. Call the North Liberty Recreation Department at (319) 626-5716 by noon on Thursday to make a reservation. The meal is served at 11:30 a.m., with a rotating activity beginning at noon. Program ends at 1 p.m.

Week of the month Restaurant Activity

First Friday Pizza Ranch Bingo

Second Friday Zio Johno’s Movie

Third Friday J&A Tap Bingo

Fourth Friday Yang Chow Wok Presenter

Fifth Friday Maribito’s Social

Adult Leagues & Programs

OPEN GYM TIMESWe offer the specified times when patrons can play their favorite sport. Check with the front desk for conflicts when programming takes precedence. Daily drop-in fees assessed, or save with a monthly facility pass. See Page 4 for rates.

BASKETBALLGet together for a half- or full-court pick-up game.

Day Time

Tues, Thurs 6 – 7 am

Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 12 – 1:30 pm

PICKLEBALLWant to learn a new game? Try pickleball, the cross between hand ball, tennis, and badminton. Games are held in the Jones Gym.

Day Time

Mon, Tues, Wed, Thurs, Fri 8 am – 12 pm

Mon, Fri 1:30 – 3 pm

Wednesdays 6 – 9 pm

Sundays 10 am – 2 pm

VOLLEYBALLGet together and play some volleyball at the recreation center’s Roberts Gym.

Day Time

Fridays 6 – 9 pm




YOGA SCULPTTone and sculpt your body with flowing yoga-inspired movements and weights. You’ll connect mind and body through breathing and enjoy all the benefits of yoga. This class is for ages 14 and up. Instructor: Leoni Vieria.

Day Dates Time Resident Non-res.

Mon, Wed Dec 3-19 7:30-8:30 pm $30 $35

Mon, Wed Jan 2-30 7:30-8:30 pm $30 $35

Mon, Wed Feb 4-27 7:30-8:30 pm $30 $35

Mon, Wed Mar 4-27 7:30-8:30 pm $30 $35

Mon, Wed Apr 1-29 7:30-8:30 pm $30 $35

Drop in $5 $5

CARDIO PUMPThe interval training using progressive and moderate resistance with free weights combined with cardio drills in this class will help build muscle, improve cardiovascular health and reduce muscle wasting. All fitness levels ages 14 and up welcome. Instructor: Rene Manders ACE certified.


Mon, Wed Jan 2-30 7:30-8:30 pm $27 $32

Mon, Wed Feb 4-27 7:30-8:30 pm $24 $39

Mon, Wed Mar 4-27, no 3/18 3/20 7:30-8:30 pm $18 $23

Mon, Wed Apr 1-29 7:30-8:30 pm $27 $32

Drop in $4 $4

CARDIO KICKBOXINGAdd variety to your work out with a fun fast paced cardio-kickboxing workout. You’ll learn basic kickboxing combinations and enjoy hitting targets. High calorie bringing class. Gloves are recommended. Instructor: Rene Manders ACE certified.


Tuesdays Jan 8-29 7:30-8:30 pm $12 $17

Tuesdays Feb 5–26 7:30-8:30 pm $12 $17

Tuesdays Mar 5-26, no 3/19 7:30-8:30 pm $9 $14

Tuesdays Apr 2-30 7:30-8:30 pm $15 $20

Drop in $4 $4

BOOT CAMPGet ready for the day with a high intensity workout. Improve your resting heart rate, muscle mass, cardiovascular endurance and overall conditioning. Class is different each week. Fun, fast-paced, high energy class. Instructor: Rene Manders ACE certified.


Saturdays Jan 5-26 8:45-10 am $16 $21

Saturdays Feb 2–23 8:45-10 am $16 $21

Saturdays Mar 2-30, no 3/23 8:45-10 am $16 $21

Saturdays Apr 6–27 8:45-10 am $16 $21

Drop in $4.50 $4.50

BODY BLASTBlast your body into shape! This motivating workout is 20 to 25 minutes of low-impact aerobics to ramp up your heart rate using light hand weights. Then, 20 minutes of strength training with free weights to enhance overall body definition, increase muscle strength and tone. The workout finishes with 15 minutes of abdominal work. This class is for ages 14 and up. Instructor: Sandi Cook ACE certified


Tues, Thurs Jan 3-31 6-7 pm $27 $32

Tues, Thurs Feb 5-28 6-7 pm $24 $29

Tues, Thurs Mar 5–28 6-7 pm $24 $29

Tues, Thurs Apr 2–30 6-7 pm $27 $32

Drop in $3.50 $3.50

BODY SCULPTThis total-body program employs exercises to tone and sculpt your deepest, hard-to-reach muscles. You’ll use your own body weight as resistance and small hand weights to really challenge and build muscles. Build sculpted abs, arms, legs and glutes. This class is for ages 14 and up. Instructor: Sandra Cook, ACE certified.


Mon, Wed Jan 2-30 6-7 pm $27 $32

Mon, Wed Feb 4-27, no 2/18 6-7 pm $21 $26

Mon, Wed Mar 4-27 6-7 pm $24 $29

Mon, Wed Apr 1–29 6-7 pm $27 $32

Drop in $3.50 $3.50

Adult Fitness ClassesN O RT H L I B E RT Y

LibraryCommunity

HOURSMonday .....................................9 a.m. – 8 p.m.Tuesday .....................................8 a.m. – 8 p.m.Wednesday ................................9 a.m. – 8 p.m.Thursday ....................................8 a.m. – 8 p.m.Friday ........................................9 a.m. – 5 p.m.Saturday ..................................10 a.m. – 5 p.m.Sunday ......................................1 p.m. – 4 p.m.

CLOSINGS & HOLIDAY HOURS Dec. 31, Jan. 1, Feb. 18, April 19, 21 ...... Closed

CONTACT(319) 626-5701 northlibertylibrary.org

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NOT A PATRON YET?Register online at www.northlibertylibrary.org or stop by the library information desk. On your first visit, please provide a photo ID and proof of address. Hope to see you soon!

STORY TIMESMY BABY STORY TIME0 – 24 months ............ 10:30 a.m. .......................Tuesday

STORY TIME Pre-kindergarten .......... 10:30 a.m. ................. Wednesday

TOT TIME 2 – 4 years ................ 10:30 a.m. ......................... Friday

SATURDAY STORYTIME Family ............................ 11 a .m. .....................Saturday

NEW!

COOKIE AND COCOA PARTY Saturday, Feb. 2, 10:30 a.m.-12 p.m.Forget tea and join us for our Cookie & Cocoa Party. Vanilla Beans and Daydreams is providing delicious cookies for kids to decorate and we’ll add stories, hot cocoa and top it off with a fluffy snowball fight. Registration required and limited.

TEEN MURDER MYSTERY AT THE LIBRARY Saturday, Feb. 2, 5-7 p.m.The star actor, Austin Jane, has been murdered in the library! The prime suspects are his fellow actors, but who could it be? Join fellow teens for food, hot chocolate, and fun and see if you can solve the mystery for yourself.

HOME BUYING SEMINAR Thursday, March 7, 6:30 p.m. Do words like “mortgage” make you want to hide under your bed? Wherever you are in the buying a home, bring your questions to this information seminar and get answers —not sales pitches — from local expert Devin of Collins Community Credit Union. Registration encouraged.

BRIDGE TO READINGThursday, April 11, 6:30 p.m. Join us for a fun-filled evening storytime. We’ll read the nominees for Iowa’s Bridge to Reading Picture Book Award, and kids will vote for their favorite book. Come with your pajamas on, and we’ll provide the milk and cookies (alternatives available kids with allergies).

EGG HUNTFriday, April 12, 10:30 a.m.Bring your tots to our annual Egg Hunt in the library.

TEEN INTERVIEW SEMINAR Thursday, April 18, 6-7:30 p.m.Summer is just around the corner, which means its job-hunting season. Come for a discussion with fellow teens for tips and conversation for how to land the perfect summer job.

COME, SIT, STAY: DOG TRAININGSaturday, April 20, 1-3:30 p.m.Pawsitive Paws from Cedar Rapids will lead handlers through training of basic skills and manners around distractions like other dogs and new people. All attending dogs must be at least 4 months old and nonreactive; please have proof of age, current distemper, and rabies vaccines at check in. Any handler under 16 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. All human attendees must be at least 10 years of age. Registration is required and limited.

PROGRAM REGISTRATIONThe library uses Eventbrite to register for special programs and events. Please request only the number of tickets you will need for each member of your family and confirmed guests.

A WEEK OF WINTER GAMES & GOOD CHEER

JANUARY 27 – FEBRUARY 2

Johnson Countywww.jcijohnsoncounty.org

Beat the Bitter is also sponsored by Hills Bank, Think Iowa City, DiVentures, South Slope, Junge Ford North Liberty, Big Grove Brewery, Z102.9, BDL Transportation, Unique Events and the City of North Liberty.

VIEW THE SCHEDULE OF EVENTS AND REGISTER AT BEATTHEBITTER.COM

Winter - adobeindd.com · winter games, including broomball, curling, kickball and a 5k-ish obstacle run, to North Liberty from Jan. 27 to Feb. 2, 2019. This annual tradition works

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