Thursday, March 26, 2015
N/Warren Town and County News
Page Three
OFFICE INFORMATION
Pick up registration forms 24 hours a day at the Parks
and Recreation office or print them off our website:
www.norwalk.iowa.gov. You can mail registration
forms, place them in our drop box or walk in. Our of-
fice is located at 1100 Chatham Ave. (Public Safety Bldg.).
Office hours are 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday thru Fri-
day. The drop box is open 24/7! If you have any ques-
tions, call us at 981-9206. Online registration is avail-
able (See website: www.norwalk.iowa.gov).
UPCOMING REGISTRATIONS
Flashlight Easter Egg Hunt, through March 27; Base-
ball/Softball, through March 27; Fitness classes, through
April 3.
NON-REGISTRATION EVENTS
Senior Exercise, Mondays and Thursdays, 10 a.m. at
Norwalk Christian Church; Senior Wii Bowling, Thurs-
days, at Public Safety Building, 1:30 p.m.; OPALS - Well-
Seasoned Potluck, Friday, April 10, at Public Safety
Building, 11:30 a.m.
PARKS AND REC COMMISSION MEETING
Public is invited Wednesday, April 1, 6 p.m. at City
Hall.
BROCHURE
The Spring/Summer Brochure is here! Hard copies
are available at Parks and Rec office, City Hall, Norwalk
Easter Library, City State Bank, Chamber of Commerce,
Farewa Community State Bank, UnityPoint Health and
the North Warren Town and County News. You can also
view it online at www.norwalk.iowa.gov.
The city parks will be officially open and the water
turned on Wednesday, April 1.
FAMILY FLASHLIGHT EASTER EGG HUNT
When the sun goes down, the fun begins. It's a hunt
for the golden egg! Families will be required to bring
their own flashlight (size limited to no larger than 2 "D"
cell batteries.) After the hunt and awarding of the prizes,
there will be hot chocolate and treats for all. An adult
must accompany all children. Each child is limited to
20 eggs. This program is designed for children under
the age of 13. Registration Date: Through March 27;
Program Date: Saturday, April 4; Time: 8 to 9 p.m.; Lo-
cation: Norwalk-McAninch Sports Complex*; Equip-
ment Needed: Flashlight; Cost: $5.30 ch'fld/$6.10 non-
resident child; Minimum/Maximum: 30/100 partici-
pants. *If inclement weather, will be held at Oviatt El-
ementary.
MINOR BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL
(3RD, 4TH AND 5TH GRADE)
This program is for children who are currently in
third, fourth and fifth grade. Girls will play softball and
boys will play baseball. The children will have fun while
learning the fundamentals of baseball or softball. Vol-
unteer coaches will be needed. There will be two weeks of
practices and four weeks of games (dependent on num-
ber of teams). Registration Dates: Through March 27;
Softball Nights: Monday and Wednesday; Baseball
Nights: Tuesday and Thursday; Program Begins: Week
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of May 11 (weather permitting); Time: 6 p.m. and 7:15
p.m.; Location: Norwalk-McAninch Sports Complex;
Equipment Needed: Glove; Cost: Norwalk residents
$52, non-resident $60.
COACH PITCH - BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL
(1ST AND 2ND GRADE)
This program is for children who are currently in first
and second grade. Girls will play softball and boys will
play baseball. The children will have fun while learn-
ing the fundamentals of baseball or softball. Coaches
will pitch to the batters. If the batter does not get a hit,
the ball will then be placed on a tee. Volunteer coaches
will be needed. There will be two weeks of practices and
four weeks of games (dependent on number of teams).
Registration Dates: Through March 27; Softball Nights:
Monday and Wednesday; Baseball Nights: Tuesday and
Thursday; Program Begins: Week of May 11 (weather
permitting); Time: 6 and 7:15 p.m.; Location: Norwalk-
McAninch Sports Complex; Equipment Needed: Glove;
Cost: Norwalk resident $41, non-resident $47.25 (in-
cludes concession fee).
**Special Note: PeeWee and BamBam
will register in May and play in July**
STEP BENCH AEROBICS/INTERVAL
This is a class of high energy aerobic routines inter-
spersed with intense cardio segments and followed by
a recovery period. Class will improve cardio condition-
ing. This class is for any fitness level, and can be ad-
justed to a low or high impact class depending on the
level of fitness you are. The bench is provided and you
may bring floor mat/towel; and hand-held weights to
increase intensity and improve muscle tone. Mary Jane
Sharp is the instructor. Registration Dates: Through
April 3; Dates: Monda April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11,
18; Time: 6:15 to 7:15 p.m.; Location: Oviatt Multi-Pur-
pose Room (door #16); Min/Max per class: 10/30; Cost
per session: $24.50 res/$28.20 non-resident.
EARLY BIRD BODY SCULPTING
For those of you who get up with the chickens, come
join this early morning class that will work on ultimate
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,
big exercise balls (your own on designated days) and
dynabands that will put you to the test with added in-
tensity. Bring a mat/towel; hand weights are optional.
Mary Jane Sharp is the instructor. Registration Dates:
Through April 3; Session Dates: Tues/Thurs - April 7.
9, 14, 16, 21, 23, 28, 30, May 5, 7, 12, 14, 19, 21; Time: 5:30
to 6:15 a.m.; Location: Norwalk Easter Public Library
ICN Room; Min/Max per class: 10/20; Cost per Session:
I class per week $24.50 res/$28.20 non-resident, 2 classes
per week $49.00 res/$56.40 non-resident.
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, Dynamx
Strength Balls, Ab rollers, bands, other strengthening
equipment and weighted bars. Bring a mat/towel and
your own hand weights (optional). Mary Jane Sharp is
the instructor. Registration Dates: Through April 3;
Dates: Wed - April 8, 15, 22, 29, May 6, 13, 20; Time:
7:30 to 8:15 p.m.; Location: Oviatt Multi-Purpose Room
(door #16); Min/max per class: 10/20; Cost per session:
$24.50 Resident / $28.20 Non-resident.
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. Instructor:
Bethanie Lafferty; Registration Dates: Through April
3; Dates: Mon -April 6, 13, 20, 27, May 4, 11, 18; Time:
7:30 to 8:30 p.m.; Location: Oviatt Multi-purpose Room
(door #16); Cost: Resident $40.25, Non-resident $46.30;
Min/Max: 10/20.
OPALS- SENIOR CITIZEN PROGRAMS
(Older People with Active Life Styles)
SENIOR CITIZEN EXERCISE
Everyone age 55 and older is invited to attend a free
exercise program that will include stretching and ton-
ing. We will meet at the Norwalk Christian Church lo-
cated at 701 Main St. This is a continuous program run-
ning yearly. Days: Monday and Thursday; Time: 10-
10:30 a.m.
SENIOR CITIZEN WII BOWLING
Do you miss the game of bowling? Not quite as spry
as you. used to be? We invite you to try the game of Wii
bowling. This game mimics actions performed in real
life bowling without having to travel to a bowling alley.
Each week teams will be assigned for those who show
up and we will have a little competition. This program
will continue until March. Place: Norwalk Public Safety
Bldg; Time: Thursdays, 1:30-3 p.m.
WELL-SEASONED POTLUCK
(The meat as well as the people)
All are invited, age 55 or older, to attend a potluck
dinner to enjoy and socialize with the Parks and Recre-
ation staff. Meat, tableware and coffee/beverage are pro-
vided. Dust off the cookbooks and be creative to bring a
side dish and/or dessert to share with everyone. After
the meal we will have some form of entertainment from
local talent. Let us know your email address and we
will send out reminders with what meat we plan to have
on that day. Call the office to register two days before
the event. Date: April 10; Time: 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.; Place:
Norwalk Public Safety Building.
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