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75th Anniversary Year!
January 5, 2023 Vol. 76 No. 49
CIRCULATION 20,200
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Published Every Thursday By Ed & Matt Branom
In This Issue January...
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BOONE COUNTY
SENIOR LIVING
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A MONTHLY FOUR PAGE SECTION FOR SENIORS
J&J DANCE AT RIVERS EDGE Dancers will have the opportunity to participate in a recital hosted by J&J • Additional costume fees very by class from $70-$105 (billed directly by J&J). Register by Feb. 20th. Min/Max 4/20
YOUTH BASKETBALL LIL PINT HOOPS 3-4 years old
Introductory class for the future hoopsters. Participants will work on dribbling, passing, shooting and listening through fun and creative games and drills. Location: Meehan Gym Min/Max: 5/12 Code 101096-01 101096-02 101096-03 101096-04
Age 3-4 3-4 3-4 3-4
R/NR Fee $30/$45 $30/$45 $30/$45 $30/$45
Date 1/7-28 1/4-25 2/4-25 2/1-22
Day SAT WED SAT WED
Time 9-9:45 am 5-5:45 pm 9-9:45 am 5-5:45 pm
5-6 years old
Basic skills of dribbling, passing, shooting and listening will be taught through a variety of creative drills and games. Location: Meehan Gym Min/Max: 5/12 Age 5-6 5-6 5-6 5-6
R/NR Fee $35/$50 $35/$50 $35/$50 $35/$50
Date 1/7-28 1/4-25 2/4-25 2/1-22
Day SAT WED SAT WED
Time 10-11 am 6-7 pm 10-11 am 6-7 pm
Register by 1/2 12/30 1/30 1/27
In this class, dancers implement basic jazz technique & learn floor skills to create awesome routines!
Code 101317-01
Age R/NR Fee Date Day 18 mos.-3 yrs. $48/$63 1/16-6/5 MON
Time 5-5:30 pm
Grades 1 thru 4
Youth Basketball In-House leagues are instructional with an emphasis placed on learning the fundamental skills of basketball in a fun environment. Volunteer coaches are needed. Practice is once a week at Meehan Gym; Games at Rivers Edge Rec Center • Min/Max: 40/80
Code 101317-04 101317-05
Age 6-9 10-18
R/NR Fee $48/$63 $48/$63
Date Day 1/16-6/5 MON 1/16-6/5 MON
Time 7-7:30 pm 7:30-8 pm
BALLET/TAP COMBO
LYRICAL/TAP COMBO
Our ballet/tap classes are offered separately for athletes ages 3.5-5 & 6-9. Instructors work to expand students’ current dance knowledge.
Through ballet & lyrical styles, students have a higher focus on technique, artistry, storytelling & choreography.
Code 101317-02 101317-03
Age 3.5-5 6-9
R/NR Fee $56/$70 $56/$70
Date 1/16-6/5 1/16-6/5
Day MON MON
Time 5:30-6:15 pm 6:15-7 pm
Code 101317-06
Age 10-18
R/NR Fee $56/$70
Date 1/16-6/5
Day MON
Time 8-8:45 pm
SAVE THE DATE!
DADDY DAUGHTER SWEETHEART DANCE
LITTLE NINJAS TAE KWON DO Specifically designed to help teach 4-12 year olds the important qualities of respect, self-control, & confidence, while building motor skills & coordination. Students will learn important “stranger danger” & bully drills. Volunteer Instructor: Master Sung Sop An (8th Degree Black Belt) & his black belt staff. (AG) Location: Rivers Edge Rec Center Min/Max: 9/25 Code Age Fee R/NR Date Time Day 106086-01 4-12 $42/$57 1/3-1/24 6-6:30 pm TUE
YOUTH BASKETBALL
Code 101166-01 101176-01
JAZZ/HIP-HOP COMBO
This class serves as an introduction to dance where preliminary ballet & tap skills are taught.
Register by 1/2 12/30 1/30 1/27
SMALL SHOTS BASKETBALL
Code 101126-01 101126-02 101126-03 101126-04
CREATIVE MOVEMENT
Dance on over to Rivers Edge for our Annual Daddy Daughter Sweetheart Dance. Memories to last a lifetime will be made while you enjoy music, memories, and goodies on this special night. Light refreshments provided. Each young lady will receive a corsage & goodie bag. Each couple will have the opportunity to have their picture taken by a photographer to remember this special evening. Doors open at 6 pm to check in & have photos taken. (KI) Location: Rivers Edge Rec Center Min/Max: 25/100 Code Age Fee R/NR Date 105016-01 3-13 $35/$50 2/11 Addt’l Child $17/$25
Time Day Register By 6:30-8:30 pm SAT 1/30
ICEHOGS Practice at Riverside Ice Arena Saturday, Jan. 16th @ 6PM
Grade R/NR Fee Date Day Time Register by 1-2 $45/$60 1/14-2/25 SAT 9 am-Noon 1/6 3-4 $45/$60 1/14-2/25 SAT 9 am-Noon 1/6
NEW DOTY PARK CABIN RENTALS! Come rent a cabin that is adjacent to the ice rink for your next party. The space has two 8 foot tables with 16 chairs, heat & electricity. FEE: $40/HOUR (TK)
FOR PROGRAM DETAILS OR TO REGISTER VISIT BELVIDEREPARK.ORG OR CALL 815-547-5711
IT’S AJ’S 60TH BIRTHDAY! Come Celebrate With Us As We “BLOWOUT” THE 50’S & HELP AJ ROLL IN THE “GOODYEAR” OF 60 ON
FRIDAY, JANUARY 6TH, FROM 6:00 PM - ? AT Concordia Lanes, 1205 Logan Ave., Belvidere
Shhh! It’s A Surprise!