AdApTEd RECREATION • AdApTEd SpORTS pROGRAMS social activities and eXercise adapted Bell choir Join the hand bell choir. Hand bells are a source of enjoyment and pleasure for all who play and for the thousands who are entertained. Day: 2nd & 4th Mon Time: 3:30 pm Instructor: Cookie Hagan Location: Stephens Lake Activity Center, 2311 E Walnut ADAPTED RECREATION The Columbia Parks & Recreation Department offers programs for all ages and abilities. Programs are developed to provide recreational activities for individuals with special needs. For more information on these programs or a copy of the current newsletter and calendar, call 874-7312 or visit our website at www.gocolumbiamo.com/ParksandRec. adapted-monthly dances Come dance the night away at the ARC! Our monthly dances are a great way to socialize with your friends and show off your dance moves. Snacks are provided. Location: ARC Registration not required adapted sports proGrams Sports are offered for individuals with special needs. We participate in Special Olympic competitions. Competing is not a requirement for participation. A physical and release form are required for participation. ClASS # NA NA NA NA DATE F: F: F: F: Aug 16 Sept 20 Oct 25 Nov 15 TIME 7-9 7-9 7-9 7-9 pm pm pm pm AGE 14+ 14+ 14+ 14+ PRICE $4 $4 $4 $4 adapted BasketBall Location: New Haven Elementary Gym Registration deadline Oct. 25 Participants will be notified of team assignment and practice time Nov. 12 wii games Every Thursday, 5 pm (except first Thursday of the month) Wii games are a popular activity offered by Adapted Community Recreation. It’s a great way to play video games and to get some exercise at the same time! Wii games are played several times during the month; please call 874-7473 to find out the schedule. ClASS # 115605-01 DATE M,Tu: Dec 2-Mar 18 TIME 6-8 pm AGE 8+ PRICE $15 meXican train dominoes Every Monday, 4 pm Mexican Train Dominoes are a new and different way to play dominoes. chess in the park Every Monday, 4 pm Enjoy the fresh air while playing a game of chess or checkers under the pavilion in Paquin Park. shuffleBoard Every Tuesday, 4 pm Meet us in Paquin Park for an easy going game of shuffleboard. scraBBle 1st and 3rd Friday, 4 pm Join us for the fun and creative word game of Scrabble! fishing trips April-September: 3rd Wednesday, 9 am Fishing poles will be provided, but the participant must provide his/her own bait and lunch. Transportation will be provided from Paquin Tower at 9 a.m. Please call for more details. There are many volunteer opportunities available with the adaptive sports programs. To volunteer, contact Jody Cook with the Columbia Parks and Recreation Department at (573) 874-7312. To volunteer, it is helpful to have a sports background as you will be interacting with the athletes during practices. Creating Community through People, Parks and Programs 9