Thursday, January 10, 2013
N/Warren Town and County News
Page Three
NORWALK PARKS & RECREATION DEPARTMENT
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OFFICE INFORMATION
Pick up registration forms 24 hours a day at the Parks
and Recreation office or print them off our website:
www.ci.norwalk.ia.us. You can mail registration forms,
place them in our drop box or walk in. Our office is
located at 1100 Chatham Ave. (Public Safety Bldg.). Of-
fice hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday thru Friday.
The drop box is open 24/7! If you have any questions,
call us at 981-9206. Online registration is available. (See
website: www.ci.norwalk.ia, us).
UPCOMI qG REGISTRATIONS
Lakewood Early Out (Bowling), through January 18;
Fitness Classes, through January 18; Lakewood Craft
Club, January 21 through February 1; Norwalk Family
Tae Kwon Do, January 21 through February 1; Spring
Soccer, January 28 through February 8; Babysitting
Clinic, January 28 through February 8.
NON-REGISTRATION EVENTS
oPALS, February 1; Family Bingo Night, February 3.
BASKETBALL OPEN GYM
Shoot hoops or play a pick up game with friends or
family. Bring clean tennis shoes for the floor. Only resi-
dents in the Norwalk school district are eligible to par-
ticipate. No registration required; just show up and play.
Time: 3-5 p.m.; Location: Oviatt gym (November and
December), Lakewood gym (January and February);
Adult cost: $1; Youth cost: $.50; Days: Sundays; Dates:
January !3, 20, 27, February 3, 10, 17, 24.
FAMILY BINGO NIGHT
Stop by the library and enjoy an evening of Bingo
and tasty treats. Bring munchies or snacks to share with
all and we will provide the beverage. All ages are in-
vited to participate. Bingo callers will be the Norwalk
Lions Club Members. Registration: Phone call to office
by Friday prior to the Sunday; Time: 5-7 p.m.; Loca-
tion: Norwalk Easter Public Library; Cost: .25/card or 3
cards for .50; Days: 1st Sunday of each month; Dates:
February 3, March 3.
EARLY OUT WEDNESDAYS
Back:by polSular demand! Again this year we will
offer afternoon early out field trips to various attrac-
tions in and around the metro area. The trips are held
on the early out Wednesday of the'month (October-Feb-
ruary) These "early out" trips are for kids in 3rd, 4th
and 5th grade. Our-staff will have an activity for the
kids from 12-1 p.m. and then we will board the bus.
Important: Snacks are included in this year's activities
if specified below, if not extra money will be required if
your child wants a snack. Time: Leave I p.m. and re-
turn by 4:30 p.m.; Location: Leave from Lakewood El-
ementary School (Parents, pick student up from school
no later than 4:30 p.m.); Fee: Varies by trip (see below);
Registration: Varies by trip (see below); Minimum/
Maximum: 20/45.
January 23 Bowling at Air Lanes (date could
change): Step up to the line and see if you can bowl a
Turke} Double or Perfect game!! You will play along-
side your classmates for two games and enjoy a snack.
Shoes are included. Cost: $10 Norwalk residents/S11.50
non-reside nts
February 6 Ice Skating at Metro Ice: Enjoy an after-
noon of ice-skating at the Metro Ice Sports Facility. Be
sure you bring plenty of warm clothes (mittens, hats)
and long socks. Concession stand will be available. Reg-
istration Dates: Through January 18; Cost: $10 Norwalk
residents/S11.50 non-residents.
STEP AEROBICS/INTERVAL
Step aerobics/Interval is a class of high energy aero-
bic routines interspersed with intense cardio segments
and followed by a recovery period. Class wilt improve
cardio conditioning. This class is for any fitness level
and can be adjusted to a low or high impact class de-
pending on the level of fitness you are. Registration
Dates: Through January 18; Session: January 21, 23, 28,
30, February 4, 6, 11, 13, 25, 27, March 4, 6, 11, 13; Days:
Monday/Wednesday; Time: 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m.; Lo-
cation: Oviatt Multi-Purpose Room; Minimum/Maxi-
mum per class: 10/30; Cost per Session: Norwalk resi-
dents, 1 class per week $24.50, 2 classes per week $49;
non-residents, I class per week $28.20, 2 classes per week
$56.40.
YOGA CLASS
Yoga is for everyone! It increases strength, flexibility
and balance for both body and mind. Regular yoga prac-
tice Can help to improve circulation, digestion and pos-
ture, stimulate the immune system, decrease stress level,
boost self-esteem and create a sense of calmness and
well-being. Bring your own mat, towel and water. Come
in with an open mind and open heart. This class could
fill up, so register now! Instructor: Bethanie Lafferty, Cer-
tified Yoga Instructor. Registration Dates: Through
January 18; Session: January 21, 28, February 4, 11, 25,
March 4, 11; Days: Monday; Time: 7:30-8:30 p.m.; Lo-
cation: Oviatt Multi-purpose Room; Cost per session:
1 class per week, Norwalk residents $40.25, non-resi-
dents $46.30; Minimum/Maxi-mum per class: 8/15.
CIRCUIT SENSATION
Are you ready for this new workout that is athletic,
intense and more fun than a three-ring circus??!! Using
the motivational power of teamwork and competition
in combination with the balance challenges presented
by the Bosu balance workout, you will discover how to
change ordinary circuit workouts into extraordinary
workouts. The class will also use jump ropes, medicine
balls, mini hurdles and weighted bars. Registration
Dates: Through January 18; Session: January 23, 30,
February 6, 13, 27, March 6, 13; Days: Wednesday; Time:
7:30-8:15 p.m.; Location: Oviatt Multi-purpose room;
Cost per session: Norwalk residents, 1 class per week
$24.50, non-residents $28.20; Minimum/maximum per
class: 10/30.
EARLY BIRD BODY SCULPTING
For those of you who get up with the chickens, join-
ing these early morning classes will work you on ulti-
mate body sculpting, Pilates and Chicometrics. This
class is designed to maximize core strength, firm and
tone your butt, thighs and arms. This class will use
dumbbells and dynabands that will put you to the test
with added intensity. Registration Dates: Through Janu-
ary 18; Session: January 22, 24, 29, 31, February 5, 7, 12,
14, 26, 28, March 5, 7, 12, 14; Days: Tuesday/Thursday;
Time: 5:30 to 6:15 a.m.; Location: Norwalk Easter Pub-
lic Library ICN Room; Cost per Session: Norwalk resi-
dents, 1 class per week $24.50, 2 classes per week $49,
non-residents, I dass per week $28.20, 2 classes per week
$56.40.
BOOTCAMP!
3-2-1 GO! Are you ready to really kick your fitness
into high gear? Join CrossFit Coach Angle Starmer for
chalienging workouts that have the ability to push your
limits or simply give you more variety. The intensity is
up to you! All fitness levels are welcome! This class will
teach you basic functional bodyweight movements to
include the squat, push up and much more! These work-
outs are designed to optimize the 10 pillars of fitness
(Cardio, Stamina, Strength, Flexibility, Power, Speed,
Coordination, Agility, Balance and Accuracy). Your re-
sults will be tracked week to week so you can see your
own progress! Class structure will include warm up,
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INORWALK POLICE CHIEF1
By Ed Kuhl
On Behalf of Officer Lewiston and the rest of your
Police Department, our thanks to our Mayor Doug
Pierce for his Very kind words and to Deputy County
Attorney Daniel Swam as well Officer Lewiston has
indeed become a fine Police Officer. We have selectively
and diligently put together, trained and equipped the
finest team of officers and staff to serve our community.
We take particular pride in our level of service and the
professional and caring approach that our Department
brings to the citizens of Norwalk. Today I was fortunate
to attend the graduation ceremony for this year's Des
Moines Police Academy and to recognize Officer Von
Briese from Norwalk. It reminded me of why people
become police officers; not because it's eas3# not because
everyone agrees with you and certainly not to build
personal wealth. Some days are better than others, some
calls are better than others and some endings are better
than others.
People become police officers because they want to
make a difference and to live lives that matter. The po-
lice shield is a symbol from long ago when mounted
knights donned armor and armed themselves. They rode
out to dispense justice, right wrongs and protect those
in need. In some ways things have not changed so much;
in other ways they have greatly. It is reassuring that the
quality and integrity of the people wearing the badge
has not changed. Shortly we will publish our year-end
report for the public's review. The major projects we have
underway today are the review of school safety plans
with the Norwalk School District staff, solving the thefts
from vehicles, changing our computer system and com-
pleting the Westcom transition. We wanted to take this
opportunity to acknowledge our gratitude.
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