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October 13, 2022 Vol. 76 No. 37
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In This Issue October... BOONE COUNTY
SENIOR LIVING
FEATURED ON PAGES 2 & 3
A MONTHLY FOUR PAGE SECTION FOR SENIORS
SEE PAGES 7-10
MUMMY & ME Grab your favorite Mummy (mom, grandma, aunt) & dress in your favorite Halloween costume & come to Rivers Edge Recreation Center for a fun night of games, crafts, & dancing. There will be a costume contest for the best couple, cutest costume & most creative (TK) Location: Rivers Edge Rec Center Min/Max: 10/30 couples
Gates Open @ 7PM Movie Starts @ Dusk
at the
Sundstrand Park, 2288 Newburg Rd., Belvidere $
ONLY
Code 305075-01
15/ CAR
Mark your calendar! Hug An Athlete-Sun., Feb. 26th. Join us for the 10th Annual 5K Walk/ Run/Roll where individuals of all abilities will have the opportunity to participate in this great event, for an even greater cause! All proceeds from the “Hug An Athlete” 5K benefit Belvidere Park District Pirate Athletes. Proceeds from the 5K are used to assist athletes with registration fees through scholarships, purchase of uniforms & equipment, annual athlete banquet, help to offer athletes a variety of Special Olympics opportunities & experiences similar to those of their typical peers. Register now and save! Visit huganathlete5k.org for more information. Now-11/24/22 $20.00 Early Registration Rate 11/25/22-2/5/23 $25.00 Tech Shirt & Swag Bag Guarantee 2/6/23-2/25/23 $30.00 Swag Bag Guarantee 2/26/23 $35.00 Race Day Registration
Code 309203-01
Age 13+
R/NR Fee $20
Date 10/29
Time 6-8 PM
Code 302026-01
Age 5-6 5-6
R/NR Fee Date $35/$50 10/29-11/19 $35/$50 11/2-30
BASH
Register By 10/24
Age 18+
Fee Dates $650/Team 11/2-3/22
Day SAT
Time 6-10 PM
Register By 10/26
SAVE THE DATE! Day SAT WED
Time 10-11 am 6:30-7:30 pm
Register By 10/24 10/24
YOUTH BASKETBALL PRESEASON CLINIC Looking for a clinic that will get your child ready for league play basketball? Just looking for a fun & informative introduction to the sport? BPD Youth Basketball is the class for you. Designed for participants to learn & utilize fundamental skills of the game & put that knowledge towards game play. A great opportunity for your child to receive attention while learning new skills & practicing previously learned ones. Will use smaller balls & lower baskets according to grade level to ensure success in learning. Space is limited, so register early. Sign up for one class at a time. (PK) Location: Meehan Gym Min/Max: 5/12
Day SAT
OCT. 29TH
Location: Rivers Edge Rec Center Min/Max: 6/9
5-6 Years Old
Code 301126-03 301126-04
Special Recreation
Put together your team for this fun, competitive adult league. Men’s league play will begin November 2 and continue into March, 2023 with a single elimination tournament at the end of the season. Prizes will be awarded to League & Tourney Champions. Games will be held at the Rivers Edge Recreation Center on Wednesday Evenings. No games: 11/23, 12/21, 12/28 (PK)
Register By 10/24 10/24
Looking for a class to introduce your 5-6 year old to basketball? You’ve found it. Basic skills of dribbling, passing, shooting & listening will be taught through a variety of creative drills & games that will assist them in improving at their own pace. Teamwork, participation & good sportsmanship are stressed. Smaller basketballs & lowered baskets will be used to allow each child a positive, successful learning experience. Space is limited. Register early. (No class: 11/23) (PK) Location: Meehan Gym Min/Max: 5/12
Time Day 6:30-8:30 PM FRI
MEN’S BASKETBALL
This program is a great start to introducing your 3-4 year old to the game of basketball. Mini basketballs & lowered baskets make this class the perfect introductory class for the future hoopsters. Participants will work on dribbling, passing, shooting & listening through fun & creative games & drills. This instructional class will also include the concept of fair play & working tougher. Space is limited, so register early. (No class 11/23) (PK) Location: Meehan Gym Min/Max: 5/12
SMALL SHOTS BASKETBALL
Date 10/21
Calling all goblins & ghouls! Get excited to spend a costume filled evening with dinner, dancing & Halloween themed games. Enjoy cheeseburgers, chips & pie a-la-mode. You are encouraged to attend the bash in costume or your favorite festive shirt, but not required. Plus have an opportunity to take a Polaroid photo for memories. (KH) Location: Special Recreation Facility Min/Max: 10/30 Transportation: None
3-4 Years Old
Time 9-9:45 am 5:30-6:15 pm
R/NR Fee $33/$48
Additional Child $15/$22
•••••• YOUTH BASKETBALL ••••••
Day SAT WED
Age 3+
HALLOWEEN BASH
HUG AN ATHLETE 5K
R/NR Fee Date $30/$45 10/29-11/19 $30/$45 11/2-30
Permit #62 Belvidere, IL
815-544-2166
FRIDAY NIGHT FLICK October 21st
Age 3-4 3-4
PAID
HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS
5.99
Code 301096-03 301096-04
ECRWSS U.S. Postage
October Is Breast Cancer Awareness Month
CIRCULATION 20,250
LIL’ PINT HOOPS
PRSRT STD
Code 301166-03 301166-04
Grade R/NR Fee Date 1-2 $35/$50 11/7-28 1-2 $35/$50 10/29-11/19
Day MON SAT
Time Register By 5:30-6:30 pm 10/24 11:15 -12:15 pm 10/24
Code 301176-03 301176-04
Grade R/NR Fee Date 3-4 $35/$50 11/7-28 3-4 $35/$50 10/29-11/19
Day MON SAT
Time Register By 6:45-7:45 pm 10/24 12:30-1:30 pm 10/24
OPENING FRIDAY DEC. 2ND MAY CLOSE DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER Season Passes: Individual $40 • First Family of 2 $60 Additional Family Members $15 Each • Bobby Rentals $3 With ID Public Skate Times: M-TH 4-6 PM • FRI 4-9 PM • SAT & SUN 12-7 PM Figure Skate Times: SUN 10-11:45 AM Open Shoot Times: Youth 12 & Under TUES & TH 6-7 PM Adults 13+: M/W 8:30 - 9:30 PM Facility Rentals: Rental reservations are on a first come, first paid basis. Rentals start in December 2022 & run through March 2023. All rentals are dependent on weather. For more info please call 815-5479557 x35 Weekdays & weekends non-hockey (4-10 PM) $100/hr. Weekdays & weekends hockey (4-10 PM) $150/hr.
FOR PROGRAM DETAILS OR TO REGISTER VISIT BELVIDEREPARK.ORG OR CALL 815-547-5711