SPRING*SUMMER 2016 - Bethlehem Township
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SPRING*SUMMER 2016 - Bethlehem Township
SPRING*SUMMER 2016 BOARD OF COMMISSIONERS Pat Breslin - President Malissa Davis Michael Hudak - Vice President Kimberly Jenkins Thomas Nolan 2 RECREATION BOARD Join the Recreation Board on Monday, April 11th at 6pm. The meeting will be held at the Community Center. BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP DIRECTORY Administration Community Center Construction Finance/Billing Planning Police Records & Non Emergency Public Works Public Sewer Maintenance & Street Lights 610.814.6400 610.332.1900 610.814.6430 610.814.6460 610.814.6440 610.814.6410 610.814.6442 610.814.6422 HOLIDAYS The Municipal Offices will be closed on the following dates: Monday, May 30th Monday, July 4th Monday, September 5th To The Residents of the Township of Bethlehem It is indeed a pleasure to present the spring/summer 2016 Township of Bethlehem Newsletter. The recent warm weather spell has undeniably encouraged enthusiastic thoughts of outside activities slightly earlier than normal this year. The onset of daylight savings time is a sure sign that comfortable weather is on the way. Throughout the following pages you will find informative articles and timely information regarding the varied municipal services, programs, and special events that are occurring in Bethlehem Township from Memorial Day through the Labor Day weekend holiday. Several of the articles of note include: Nixle.in – Bethlehem Township’s community wide Alert System Online payment options of Township bills, including BTCC programs The new Premise Alert Program for Special Need Individuals Anonymous Tipping by text to the Police Department Pavilion Rentals for 2016 in the Municipal Park Volunteer Fire Companies -Nancy Run and BTVFC (celebrating 75 years of service) Township Youth Organizations/Athletic Programs for 2016 in baseball, lacrosse, softball, and soccer Bethlehem Area Public Library operations Bethlehem Township Yard Waste Recycling Center Included in this newsletter is The Bethlehem Township Community Center (BTCC) spring/summer 2016 Activity Brochure. The guide lists hundreds of opportunities to participate in healthy, friendly, and fun activities throughout the spring and summer seasons. Recreation, fitness opportunities, and community special events are available for all ages/abilities. A valuable resource provided in the Township of Bethlehem is our comprehensive website; bethlehemtownship.org. Our website is an ideal place to initiate a search for contacts, important dates, community-wide happenings as well as questions/concerns that residents might have with regards to our local municipal government operations. In closing, we wish each of you, your families, and friends a happy, healthy, safe spring/summer. All of us hope you and yours have the opportunity to enjoy all the Township of Bethlehem has to offer its residents 2016 outdoor activity season. The Bethlehem Township Board of Commissioners LIVE * WORK * PLAY 3 IMPORTANT UPDATES You Have to File a Local Tax Return, Too In the rush to prepare and file federal and state income tax returns, many Pennsylvanians forget they have to file a local tax return, too. Pennsylvania state law requires a local tax return from every resident who does earn income and live in a community that levies a local income tax. Bethlehem Township levies a 1% tax on earned income. Per state law, half of that tax goes to the Bethlehem Area School District. As of 2012, when Pennsylvania Act 32 went into effect, employers in Pennsylvania are required to withhold local earned income taxes during each payroll period. It is important to note that even self-employed residents are required to pay the Earned Income Tax. Instructions on how to file the local taxes can be found on the Keystone Collections website at www.KeystoneCollects.com. Local annual tax returns are due Monday, April 18. Most Bethlehem Township taxpayers received a local annual return in the mail from Keystone, but may choose to file online at www.KeystoneCollects.com. Taxpayers who do not file a return on time face late filing fees and could be subject to penalty and interest for any unpaid taxes. Local Keystone Collections Group Office (Northampton County) 224 Nazareth Pike Suite 16 Bethlehem, PA 18020 Monday - Friday 8:00am - 4:00pm 888-519-3897 PAYMENT OPTIONS You have the following options to pay your current quarterly sewer and real estate tax bills: 1 Pay directly at the municipal office or by mail Please enclose remittance stub with sewer and tax payments to ensure timely credit. Payable to “Bethlehem Township.” We do not accept County or School District payments. As a friendly reminder, please do not staple or tape checks to sewer or tax bills when sending payments through the mail. This may result in damage to either attachment upon separation. 2 Pay by credit card Same day credit/nominal fee charged by Official Payments for service Go to http://www.bethlehemtownship.org main menu item “payments” for secure site processing -ORBy Phone 1-800-2-PAY-TAX Use Jurisdiction Code 4829 when prompted. Please have your current sewer bill or real estate tax bill present when paying online/by phone. 3 Drop Box Located in front of the municipal office main entrance. Further details/terms of use are posted on the drop box as well as the Township site. 4 Tax/Sewer ACH Electronic Payment Township site payment section will provide instructions and direct links to free service. Acceptance of electronics ACH payments drafted from your bank account - same day credit. You provide information from billing statement and bank account. Payee enrollment/saves bank account information. Secure transaction processing with email confirmation 5 ******Watch for Important Updates (Sewer Bill/Payment Enhancements)****** As early as Summer 2016 we plan to launch new features that allow for paperless billing, auto payment features, etc. Residents/businesses have asked for this and we are answering. 4 BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP BILLINGS ***Important Sewer Meter Read Reminder*** Please ensure proper access/clearance for routine sewer meter readings; bushes, flower beds, animals, etc. Not only is the removal of obstruction appreciated it may reduce further costs should additional staff time be required to schedule follow-up reads. Sewer Rates - ***Quarterly Rates*** Current rates $52.50 1st 6,000 gallons plus $6.90 each 1,000 additional gallons Current rates are published on www.bethlehemtownship.org Finance Menu/Sewer Billing Section Current rates also printed on sewer billing - No increase for 2016 Payable to “Bethlehem Township” Penalty of 10% applied if paid after due date ***Important Sewer Billing Update for City of Bethlehem Water Customers*** Due to changes made by the City of Bethlehem to their meter routes, your current sewer bill reading date may not match your current water bill reading date. The information the City of Bethlehem supplies the Township is now up to three (3) to five (5) months behind what they may be currently billing for water consumption. In most cases you will need to look at your prior City of Bethlehem water bill to match your read dates and consumption usage with your Township sewer bill. Real Estate Tax Bills (Payable to “Bethlehem Township” All billings are sent to the property owner 2016 Tax Millage Rates - 7.09 mills 2016 Tax Bills mailed late January 2016 with bill date February 1, 2016 2016 Tax 2% Discount Amount applies if paid on or before March 31, 2016 2016 Tax 10% Penalty Amount applies if paid after May 31, 2016 Unpaid bills sent to Northampton County for delinquent tax collection as of January 1st each year. Please contact the Finance Department if you are concerned you have not received your annual tax bill. SEWER DEDUCTION METERS Deduction Meters should be considered if you use a lot of water for outside purposes (i.e. filling a pooler or watering a lawn). These meters will deduct the water consumption units used outside the home from your total water consumption, there by reducing your sewer bill to account for water that did not enter the sewer system directly. Rentals are $5.00 per week, plus a $100 deposit, which will be returned to you when the meter is returned in good condition. Purchase of a meter is currently $127.00. The homeowner must install the meter. Questions about deduction meters can be directed to the Physical Plant office at 610.814.6420 or download the information packet from our site. Please check with The Department of Environmental Protection’s Drought Information Center before renting a meter. Finance Customer Support Line 610.814.6460 Finance related questions may be directed to the following email addresses: [email protected] [email protected] [email protected] LIVE * WORK * PLAY 5 Grasscycling is the simple practice of leaving grass clippings on the lawn when mowing. Once cut, grass clippings first dehydrate, then decompose, quickly disappearing from view. Grasscycling... • Encourages a healthier lawn by returning nutrients to the soil beneath the lawn. • Reduces work because you don’t have to bag or rake and dispose of your clippings. • Saves you money because you don’t have to pay for disposal of your clippings. • Benefits the environment by naturally recycling the clippings. HOW TO BEGIN • Cut grass when surface is dry and keep mower blades sharp. • Follow the “1/3 Rule” - mow your lawn often enough so that more than 1/3 of the length of the grass blade is cut in any one mowing. • You can grasscycle with any mower - the mower collection bag should be removed to allow clippings to drop on the lawn. • Most lawnmower manufacturers have developed “mulching” mowers - these types of mowers are effective in grasscycling and can be purchased at many retailers. COMMON GRASSCYCLING QUESTIONS Does grasscycling cause thatch? NO! Research has shown that grass roots are the primary cause of thatch, not grass clippings. Grass roots contain large amounts of lignin and decompose slowly. Grass clippings are approximately 80-85 percent water with only small amounts of lignin, and decompose rapidly. Does grasscycling spread lawn disease? NO! Improper water and fertilizing are the primary cause of disease spread. If an accommodating environment for turfgrass disease is present, infestation will occur whether clippings are collected or not. Will grasscycling make my lawn look bad? NO! If a lawn is properly mowed, watered and fertilized, grasscycling can actually produce a healthier looking lawn. It is important to cut the lawn frequently to produce small clippings that will decompose quickly. If a lawn is not cut frequently and clippings are left on the lawn, it will produce a “hay-like” look with can be unsightly. Are there alternatives to grasscycling? YES! Grasscycling does not work in every situation. Prolonged wet weather, mower breakdowns or infrequent mowing are situations where grass clippings should be bagged since a large number of clippings may be generated. But don’t throw the clippings away! Add clippings to your compost pile or use them as mulch around trees, flowerbeds and shrubs. Does grasscycling require special equipment? Refer to your owner’s manual or contact a local lawnmower dealer to learn if you can safely grasscycle. You may need to purchase a retrofit kit and your mower dealer can assist you with selecting the correct one. Mulching mowers make grasscycling easy by cutting grass blades into small pieces and forcing them into the soil. Electric mowers can also help reduce air pollution. 6 BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP Bethlehem Township does not hold any contracts for garbage collection. Therefore, it is the property owners’ responsibility to contract with a Pennsylvania licensed hauler to have all municipal waste and recycled material picked up at their property. Since any hauler that picks up waste in the township is required to report quantities back t the municipality, the township maintains a list of haulers. Current information on trash haulers in the Township can be obtained by calling the Township office. The Township Solid Waste Ordinance requires all residential, commercial, institutional and industrial establishments to recycle part of their waste stream. Residential - clear glass, colored glass, newspaper (including newspaper inserts) corrugated paper, high grade office paper, telephone books, aluminum cans, steel cans, bimetallic cans, No 1 PET plastics, No 2 HDPE plastics and leaf waste and yard waste. Commercial, Industrial, Etc. - corrugated, mixed and high-quality office paper and aluminum cans. Restaurants, hotels, etc in addition to the above shall also include clear and colored glass, metal cans and newsprint, as well as #1 and #2 plastics. Some haulers will recycle more than those required by the ordinance. Any questions regarding the schedule of pick up, the type of material recycled and prices should be directed to the hauler. Do not contaminate the recycled material by throwing other garbage in the bin, and make sure food containers are rinsed. Contaminated recycle containers may not be picked up by your hauler. Tree and hedge trimmings have curbside pick up, through your garbage hauler, the first full week of May and November. Contact your haulers for information and if they charge an additional fee. You will need to contact your hauler to set up this pickup as it may be considered an extra service by your hauler. Tree and hedge trimmings can be dropped off at the Yard Waste Recycle Facility throughout the year. Monday - Wednesday - Friday Noon to 4PM Saturday - 10AM to 3PM Sunday - 1PM to 4PM Hours of operation may be dependent on weather conditions. Contact the Publics Works Department (610-814-6442) during bad weather for any changes or cancellations. The Center is open to Bethlehem Township residents only - please bring ID The Center only accepts tree branches, shrubbery trimmings, vegetable plants, and flower plants Tree stumps and shrub roots with dirt, as well as grass clippings, are NOT accepted. Branches up to 12 inches in diameter are accepted. Residents are responsible for unloading their materials and emptying any containers. Containers must be taken home with the resident. Composted leaf mulch and fresh wood chips are available for residents to take home and use. The Township does not guarantee the quality of the recycled materials. The Township is not responsible for the loading of any of the recycled materials. The Bethlehem Township Recycling Center is located behind the Public Works Facility at 4450 Falmer Dr. LIVE * WORK * PLAY 7 Are you planning a graduation party, family reunion, company picnic, bridal shower, wedding, birthday party or just a picnic with some friends? Why not rent a pavilion at Bethlehem Township Municipal Park? The following is a brief description of each pavilion: Pavilion # 1 Pavilion # 3 Seats approx. 250 people Seats approx. 35 people Has electricity and restrooms No electricity-restrooms in the Community Center Is visible from Farmersville Road Is located north of Pavilion # 2 Rents for $100 (resident), $125 (non-resident); refundable Rents for $35 (resident), $45 (non-resident); refundable deposit of $150 deposit of $50 2 Horseshoe pits 2 Volleyball courts Pavilion # 2 All the pavilions have charcoal grills and trash reSeats approx. 150 people ceptacles available. Please note that bands, DJ’s Has electricity – restrooms in the Community Center and “inflatable bouncers” are not allowed as part Is located next to the Community Center of the pavilion rental permit. To rent a pavilion, Rents for $75 (resident), $95 (non-resident); refundable please contact us at 610-419-9617 from 8am to 3pm. deposit of $100 1 Volleyball court Tire Collection Fee; $2/car tire (including rim) $7/ tractor trailer tire $25/ tractor tire Saturday, May 21, 2016 8:30 am to 2:00 pm Saturday, October 8, 2016 8:30 am to 2:00 pm Northampton Community College Main Campus - Bethlehem Township Entrance from Green Pond Road ONLY HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE ACCEPTED • • • • Northampton County residents ONLY No appointment needed No need to leave your car No charge * Please bring photo ID or recent utility bill to verify residency. Adhesives Fire Extinguishers Aerosol Cans Herbicides/Pesticides Antifreeze Household Cleaners Automotive Fluids & Cleaners Mercury-containing Products Batteries (all types) Motor Oil/Filters Compressed Gas Oil-based Paint & Stain * Fluorescent Lights Pool Chemicals Flammable/Combustible Fluids Thermostats * Items NOT considered hazardous cannot be accepted* *NO LATEX PAINT*NO SMOKE DETECTORS*NO MEDICAL WASTES* Northampton County Department of Community & Economic Development...improving quality of life through investment in our communities Questions? Contact Ken Zinis, Environmental and Sustainability [email protected] 610-829-6313 8 BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP As stormwater flows over driveways, lawns, and sidewalks, it picks up debris, chemicals, dirt, and other pollutants. Stormwater can flow into a storm sewer system or directly to a lake, stream, river, wetland or coastal water. Anything that enters a storm sewer system is discharged untreated into the waterbodies we use for swimming, fishing, and providing drinking water. Polluted runoff is the nation’s greatest threat to clean water. By practicing healthy household habits, homeowners can keep common pollutants like pesticides, pet waste, grass clippings, and automotive fluids off the ground and out of the stormwater. Adopt these healthy household habits and help protect lakes, streams, rivers, wetlands, and coastal waters. Remember to share the habits with your neighbors! HEALTHY HOUSEHOLD HABITS FOR CLEAN WATER Vehicle and Garage Use a commercial car wash or wash your car on a lawn or other unpaved surface to minimize the amount of dirty, soapy water flowing into the storm drain and eventually into your local waterbody. Check your car, boat, motorcycle and other machinery and equipment for leaks and spills. Make repairs as soon as possible. Clean up spilled fluids with an absorbent material like kitty litter or sand, and don’t rinse the spills into a nearby storm drain. Remember to properly dispose of absorbent material. Recycle used motor oil and other automotive fluids at participating service stations. Don’t dump these chemicals down the storm drain or dispose of them in your trash. Lawn and Garden Use pesticides and fertilizers sparingly. When use is necessary, use these chemicals in the recommended amounts. Avoid applications if the forecast calls for rain; otherwise, chemicals will be washed into your local stream. Select native plants and grasses that are drought and pest resistant. Native plants require less water, fertilizer, and pesticides. Sweep up yard debris, rather than hosing down areas. Compost or recycle yard waste when possible. Don’t overwater your lawn. Water during the cool times of the day, and don’t let water runoff into the storm drain. Cover piles of dirt and mulch being used in landscaping projects to prevent these pollutants from blowing or washing off your yard and into local waterbodies. Vegetate bare spots in your yard to prevent soil erosion. Home Repair and Improvement Before beginning an outdoor project, locate the nearest storm drains and protect them from debris and other material. Sweep up and properly dispose of construction debris such as concrete and mortar. Use hazardous substances like paints, solvents, and cleaners in the smallest amounts possible, and follow the directions on the label. Clean up spills immediately, and dispose of the waste safely. Store substances properly to avoid leaks and spills. Purchase and use nontoxic, biodegradable, recycled, and recyclable products whenever possible. Clean paint brushes in the sink, not outdoors. Filter and reuse paint thinner when using oil-based paints. Properly dispose of excess paints through a household hazardous waste collection program, or donate unused paint to local organizations. Reduce the amount of paved area and increase the amount of vegetated area in your yard. Use native plants in your landscaping to reduce the need for watering during dry periods. Consider directing downspouts away from paved surfaces onto lawns and other measures to increase infiltration and reduce polluted runoff. Pet Care When walking your pet, remember to pick up the waste and dispose of it properly. Flushing pet waste is the best disposal method. Leaving pet waste on the ground increases public health risks by allowing harmful bacteria and nutrients to wash into the storm drain and eventually into local waterbodies. Swimming Pool and Spa Drain your swimming pool only when a test kit does not detect chlorine levels. Whenever possible, drain your pool or spa into the sanitary sewer system. Properly store pool and spa chemicals to prevent leaks and spills, preferably in a covered area to avoid exposure to stormwater. Septic System Use and Maintenance Have your septic system inspected by a professional at least every 3 years, and have the septic tank pumped as necessary (usually every 3 to 5 years). Care for the septic system drainfield by not driving or parking vehicles on it. Plant only grass over and near the drainfield to avoid damage from roots. Flush responsibly. Flushing household chemicals like paint, pesticides, oil, and antifreeze can destroy the biological treatment taking place in the system. Other items, such as diapers, paper towels, and cat litter, can clog the septic system and potentially damage components. LIVE * WORK * PLAY 9 PREMISE ALERT The Premise Alert program allows for a coordinated response by Police, Fire, Emergency Medical Services, 911 centers, as well as education and human service agencies, all working together with families of special needs individuals. It provides families with a uniform method to alert first responders about special needs individuals and provides first responders with advanced knowledge of the situation, allowing for a rapid and informed response during a crisis, evacuations, and disasters. The Premise Alert Form assists first responders by giving them advanced medical and behavioral information allowing them to be better prepared before they enter a residence or interact with an individual with special needs. This advanced knowledge leads to more accurate assessments and appropriate agency responses in emergency situations. The underlying principle of the Premise Alert program is that the more First Responders know about a situation or individual before they respond, the more likely they will achieve a positive outcome. The Premise Alert form is designed for anyone who has a special need, health challenge, or disability, such as, but not limited to; Alzheimer’s Disease, Autism, Mental Health Challenges, Mental Retardation, or a complex or rare medical condition. Premise Alert packets will be available at the Bethlehem Township Police headquarters or available to download on our website: http://www.bethlehemtownship.org/police_ premise.html Each packet will include the necessary forms, and upon receipt, a sticker is issued which should be placed on the front door of the home of the special needs individual. A picture of the special needs individual should also be attached to the Premise Alert form. If you own or operate a business in Bethlehem Township and would like to provide the police department and 911 center with emergency/after-hours contact information, please navigate to: http:// www.bethlehemtownship.org/police_ premise.html and click the link on the bottom of the page. Complete the form and return it to the Bethlehem Township Police Department during business hours. ANONYMOUS TIPPING Have a tip? Wish to stay anonymous? Text: TIP BETHLEHEMTWP followed by your message to; 888777 Visit: https://local.nixle.com/tip/township-of-bethlehem/ 10 BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP LIVE * WORK * PLAY 11 MAKING A POSITIVE DIFFERENCE IN OUR COMMUNITY FOOTBALL*SOCCER*CHEERING*WRESTLING*BASKETBALL *SOFTBALL*LACROSSE The Bethlehem Township Athletic Association (BTAA) is a non-profit organization established in 1968. We have a long standing history of providing exceptional youth sports programs. The sports programs that BTAA provides to children of Bethlehem Township has expanded since the inception of the organization in order to afford our children every opportunity to experience being part of a team, comradery and building life experiences for them to remember for the rest of their lives. Visit our new website at: www.btaabulldogs.com Southmoore Golf Club Friday, May 6, 2016 - 1:00pm-7:00pm $85 per person - includes registration , dinner, beverages, games and prizes! Visit www.btaabulldogs for more information. 12 BETHLEHEM TOWNSHIP August 28, 2016 Come join us at this family friendly Bethlehem Township Community Event. This event is aimed at any and all ages and abilities! Regardless if you will run the 3.1 miles in fifteen minutes or leisurely stroll the course in an hour and fifteen we are excited to have you. It is all about having fun!! The kid’s fun run will be the first event to start off that morning, followed by the 5k fun run/walk through Bethlehem Township. After the races please stay and join us for the awards ceremony. Awards will be given to the top 3 men and women finishers overall and also to the top 3 men and women in each age categories. Proceeds for this event will help support the MS Foundation to help make “a brighter tomorrow” and to help support the sports programs that BTAA provides to the children of Bethlehem Twp. Run to compete * Walk with a purpose * Run/walk for fun Registration to open in May 2016 EVENTS FOR THE 2016 BASEBALL SEASON 4/4 Games begin 4/16 Opening Day Ceremonies 11:00am FBTAA Complex (Majors, Minors, Farm, Coach Pitch & T-ball) 5/26-5/29 Junior Legion Tournament TBA FBTAA Complex 6/4 FBT Day All Day FBTAA Complex 6/11 Last day of season 7/23 Fall Baseball Registration TBA FBTAA Fieldhouse Fall Baseball ages 8 to 15 by April 1, 2016. The Fall Baseball season runs for 6 weeks beginning August15th. League Meetings will be held on 4/7, 4/21, 5/5, 5/19, 6/2 & 6/9 (Board Elections) at 8pm, 7/7 & 8/4 at 7pm Board of Director Meetings will be held on 4/28, 5/26 & 6/30 @ 8pm, 7/7 & 8/4 at 7pm, immediately after the League meeting. Anyone from Bethlehem Township is welcome to attend any of the League or Board Meetings FIELDHOUSE PHONE #610-867-8581. Check out “FBTAA.COM” for additional information. LIVE * WORK * PLAY 13 While this past winter storm sure dumped a record amount of snow on us, the warm weather that followed helped greatly in getting things back to normal as quickly as possible. Fortunately there were no major fire emergencies here in the township during that period. We were ready for the worst, but the storm really did not present a significant challenge for the fire company. Since we started the “Adopt a Hydrant” program a few years ago, where residents are asked to clear snow from around the fire hydrants in their neighborhoods, the response has been very positive and there is more and more participation each year. Quick access to a fire hydrant in time of need could be of great benefit to everyone in the neighborhood. So, thanks to all who shoveled out those fire hydrants-- we really appreciate your help. This warm weather that we have been experiencing has also helped with our building expansion and renovation project here at the fire company. We have been able to continue with much of the outside construction throughout the winter months and at the same time the interior renovation work is also being accomplished. Another couple of months should bring us close to getting everything completed. If Punxsutawney Phil’s prediction this year is accurate, we will soon be out there doing the spring cleanup of our lawns, yards, and getting the garden ready for planting. While we may be eager to get these chores done, we must be careful to work safely to avoid injury. 1. When using ladders to access areas of the home for cleaning, painting, clearing rain gutters or tree trimming, only use ladders that are in good condition. Avoid over extending your reach from the side of the ladder which may cause the ladder to shift position causing you to fall. Do not stand on the top of a step ladder. Follow all safety instructions for the ladder you are using. 2. Service your powered lawn equipment early in the season to be sure that it is in good working condition and properly adjusted. 3. To insure that you get the best performance from your equipment, keep it clean and properly sharpened. 4. Shut of the engine or disconnect any electrical supply to the equipment before any repair or adjustments are attempted. 5. Let gasoline engines cool sufficiently before refueling. 6. Always do your refueling outdoors - NEVER inside your home or garage. 7. Do not store gasoline or other flammable or combustible liquids inside the living areas of your home. 8. And, when it is time for some relaxation, party and family time, be careful when using gas fired or charcoal grills. Keep them away from nearby combustibles such as the vinyl siding of your home, wooden decks and porches, etc. Have a safe and enjoyable summer and remember “SMOKE ALARMS SAVE LIVES” B. E. Roecker Fire Marshal 14 BTCC www.nancyrun.org As the members and staff of the Bethlehem Township Volunteer Fire Company celebrate the 70th anniversary of professional service to this community, we want to share another very important number with you: 107. What is the significance of this number? Why is it important to you? According to NOAA, 107 is the 30-year average (1975-2004) of flood-related deaths. This is higher than the average number of deaths by lightning strikes, tornadoes and hurricanes during the same 30-year period. We need your help in reducing that number to zero! Flooding in Bethlehem Township is a very real concern. Governmental and civic leaders are engaged in researching and developing ideal solutions to mitigate flooding; however, we must acknowledge that engineering controls require extensive planning, preparation and implementation. While our leaders are working diligently on this project, we must work together to recognize the dangers of flooding and how to prepare and respond to them. The following are tips provided by the American Red Cross: Listen to area radio and TV stations and a NOAA weather radio for possible flood warnings and reports of flooding in progress or other critical information from the National Weather Service. Be prepared to evacuate at a moment’s notice. When a flood or flash flood warning is issued for your area, head for higher ground and stay there. Stay away from floodwaters. If you come upon a flowing stream where water is above your ankles, stop, turn around and go another way. Six inches of swiftly moving water can sweep you off of your feet. If you come upon a flooded road while driving, turn around and go another way. Most vehicles can be swept away by less than two feet of moving water. Be especially cautious at night when it is harder to recognize flood danger. Additional information can be found online at www.Ready.gov/floods. Please take the opportunity to review the contents contained therein to help keep you and your loved ones safe during flood emergencies. www.btvfc.org SPRING/SUMMER 2016 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BTC Bethlehem Township Community Center 2900 Farmersville Road Bethlehem, PA 18020 610.332.1900 www.bethlehemtownship.org Main Building/Lobby Access Doors Monday - Friday 5:30AM - 10:00PM Saturday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Fitness/Exercise Facilities Monday - Friday 5:30 AM - 10:00 PM Saturday 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM Sunday 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM Indoor Aquatics Monday - Friday 6:00 AM - 9:30 PM Saturday 7:30 AM - 6:30 PM Sunday 10:30 AM - 5:30 PM Kids’ Club Monday - Friday 8:30 AM - 12:00 PM Monday - Thursday 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM Friday 4:00 PM -7:00 PM Saturday 9:00AM- 11:30 AM Outdoor Aquatics Saturday, May 28th - Monday, September 5th - Weather Permitting Open Daily at 12:00 PM Specific hours will be posted for: Lap swims * Youth Instruction * Family Swims * Sauna, Whirlpool, & Steam Room * Senior Swims * Community Swims * Rentals Please Note the Following Changes to the Regular Hours: Monday, May 30th - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Indoor Facility Only) Monday, July 4th - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Indoor Facility Only) Monday, September 5th - 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Indoor Facility Only) 16 BTCC TCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . MEMBERSHIP FEES ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP Individual Adult Individual Youth under 18 Individual Sr. Citizen over 62 Household of 2 under 62 Sr. Citizen Household Household (up to 5 members)* RESIDENT $320.00 $175.00 $175.00 $500.00 $325.00 $550.00* REGULAR $455.00 $240.00 $240.00 $645.00 $455.00 $750.00* * Only 2 adults are permitted per household pass before an add-on is applied for adult members at $50 per adult – Proof of residency is required for each additional adult * Only 3 children are permitted per household pass before an add-on is applied for child members at $50 per child THREE MONTH SPECIAL (must be three consecutive months) Individual Adult $100.00 $150.00 Individual Youth Under 18 $60.00 $90.00 Individual Sr. Citizen over 62 $60.00 $90.00 Household of 2 under 62 $150.00 $225.00 Sr. Citizen Household $100.00 $150.00 Household (up to 5 members)* $175.00* $260.00* * Only 2 adults are permitted per household pass before an add-on is applied for adult members at $25 per adult – Proof of residency is required for each additional adult * Only 3 children are permitted per household pass before an add-on is applied for child members at $25 per child DAILY (for non members) Adult Youth under 18 Sr. Citizen over 62 $6.00 $5.00 $5.00 KIDS CLUB MEMBERSHIP RIDER* Annual Members $30.00 * Allows annual pass holders unlimited use of the kids club $10.00 $7.00 $7.00 $30.00 CORPORATE MEMBERSHIPS ** 5 employees 10% discount per employee/annual 10-15 employees 15% discount per employee/annual 15 or more employees 20% discount per employee/annual ** small companies (<15) $500.00 annual contribution ** large companies (>15) $1,000.00 annual contribution Please contact the Center Director for more details – 610-332-1500 SPRING/SUMMER 2016 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BTC BTCC AMENITIES The Bethlehem Township Community Center is located at 2900 Farmersville Road in Bethlehem Township. The 50,000 square foot center is open year-round with facilities and activities for all ages. Year Round Indoor Pool 3600 square foot competitive area Six (25-yard) lap lanes Spectator seating for 200 Zero depth entry ramp Whirlpool Steam Room Sauna Indoor Gymnasium 13000 square feet of maple flooring Can be subdivided for basketball, volleyball and badminton Audio sound and electric scoreboards Spectator seating Easy access to child watch area & refreshment stand Kids Club Access controlled area Attendance for up to 30 children Monday-Friday - 8:30AM-12PM Monday-Thursday - 4PM-8PM Friday - 4PM-7PM Saturday - 9AM-11:30AM Full Size Outdoor Pool 6000 square feet of recreational fun Zero depth entry 4-lane lap section Water features Water slide Cardiovascular & Fitness Center Located just off the indoor track 1300 square foot aerobic fitness center State-of-the-art fitness equipment Designated area for free weights, stretching and personal training Multi-Purpose Rooms 4000 square feet of all-purpose space High quality audio and visual Cushioned floors Wireless internet service Refreshments/Concessions Offering a variety of beverages, including sports drinks, water and light snacks BTCC REGISTRATION & REFUND POLICY • • • • Registration for programs closes one week prior to the beginning of the class unless otherwise noted in the program description. Please pre-register, classes fill up quickly. Bethlehem Township Community Center reserves the right to cancel any program trip or activity due to insufficient registration. A full refund will be issued. Inclement weather may prompt Bethlehem Township to cancel a program. If possible, the session will be made up at another date. Please tune in to WFMZ for information regarding delays or cancellations. We do not offer make up classes for absences. 18 BTCC TCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . AQUA AEROBICS DEEP WATER An intense workout without the stress on joints. Great for people with knee, hip, or back problems. Participants wear flotation belts and must be comfortable in deep water to participate. Price: $18.00 Member $36.00 Non Member A great workout in the pool including warm up, high-low impact aerobics, power moves, some deep water choreography, toning major muscle groups, stretching & cool down. Excellent for any age because of the water's natural buoyancy & gentle resistance. No swimming skills required. Price: $18.00 Member $36.00 Non Member Mondays 8:00am-8:45am Session I: April 18th – May 23rd Program # 250803.01 Tuesdays 8:00am-8:45am Session I: April 19th – May 24th Program # 250801.01 Mondays 9:00am-9:45am Session I: April 18th – May 23rd Program # 250803.02 Tuesdays 9:00am-9:45am Session I: April 19th – May 24th Program # 250801.02 Mondays 7:20pm-8:05pm Session I: April 18th – May 23rd Program # 250803.03 Thursdays 8:00am-8:45am Session I: April 21st – May 26th Program # 250801.03 Wednesdays 8:00am-8:45am Session I: April 20th – May 25th Program # 250803.04 Thursdays 9:00am-9:45am Session I: April 21st – May 26th Program # 250801.04 Wednesdays 9:00am-9:45am Session I: April 20th – May 25th Program # 250803.05 ARTHRITIS This class is geared toward people who have Arthritis, Fibromyalgia, Multiple Sclerosis, or any other joint related problems. Natural buoyancy & gentle resistance can help decrease pain & stiffness & can improve or maintain joint flexibility. No swimming skills required Price : $18 Member $36 Non Member Wednesdays 7:20pm-8:05pm Session I: April 20th – May 25th Program # 250803.06 Fridays 8:00am-8:45am Session I: April 22nd – May 27th Program # 250803.07 Monday 10:45am-11:30am Session I: April 18th – May 23rd Program # 250802.01 Fridays 9:00am-9:45am Session I: April 22nd – May 27th Program # 250803.08 SILVER SPLASH This aerobic based class is designed to enhance an individual's quality of life. This class uses the water's properties to enhance agility, range of motion and endurance. Price $18 Member $36 Non Member Free to Silver Sneaker Participants Wednesdays 12:00pm-12:45pm Session I: April 20th – May 25th Program #250806.01 Wednesdays 10:45am-11:30am Session I: April 20th – May 25th Program # 250802.02 Fridays 10:45am-11:30am Session I: April 22nd – May 27th Program # 250802.03 SPRING/SUMMER 2016 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BTC AQUA FIT BLUE SHARK SWIM CLINICS Well-balanced total body workout addresses cardiovascular, strength, flexibility, and abdominals with/without equipment. A beginner to moderate level class includes warm-up and cool-down stretches and can be modified for different levels of participation. No swimming ability is necessarystudents rarely get their hair wet! Price: $18 Member $36 Non Member Get in the Water for some pre-season Summer swimming training. On deck coaches will be giving group instructions on the four racing strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly), starts and turns. A great way to stay in shape and work on the major strokes. Price: $40 Member $60 Non Member Mondays 6:30pm-7:15pm Session I: April 18th – May 23rd Program # 250805.01 5-10 year olds Sundays 4:00pm 5:00pm Session I: April 24th – May 22nd Program# 250798.01 Wednesdays 6:30pm-7:15pm Session I: April 20th – May 25th Program # 250805.02 11-18 year olds Sundays 5:00pm-6:00pm Session I: April 24th – May 22nd Program # 250799.01 LIFEGUARD TRAINING CLASS SCUBA Do you want to learn to SCUBA dive? Are you interested in just trying it without committing to the entire course? We have the right solution for you. Your Bethlehem Township Community Center in partnership with Lehigh Valley Dive Center can offer you both. Our SCUBA classes take four weekends to complete. Three Sundays in the pool and on the fourth weekend training dives are performed on Saturday and Sunday. Upon completion you will be awarded the prestigious C-card. If you are not quite ready for the full course you can try SCUBA in one of our TRY/DISCOVER SCUBA sessions. These are conducted on Sundays in the pool and ALL equipment is provided. For more details please check the website at lvdive.com. The BTCC will be having an American Red Cross Lifeguard Training Class. This Course will provide lifeguard candidates with the skills and knowledge to prevent, recognize, and respond to emergencies and to provide care for injuries and sudden illnesses. Interested candidates must be 15 years of age on or before the final scheduled class session. Attendance is mandatory at all classes. CPR for the professional rescuer, AED, and Community First Aid and Safety are also included in this course. All candidates must be able to pass the pre-requisite skills test to enter the class. Candidates must be able to swim 300 yards continuously using front crawl and breast stroke and perform deep water brick retrieval. Price: $250 Member $300 Non Member Class Dates: Saturday, April 2nd Sunday, April 3rd Saturday, April 16th Sunday, April 17th Class Time: 11:00am-6:00pm SCOUT TROOP GROUP SWIM Contact the Aquatics Office at 610-332-1842 to set a date for a boy scout/girl scout group swim. Please call ahead to qualify for a discounted group rate. 20 Program # 250771.01 Inquire within the Aquatics Office at 610-332-1842 for any questions regarding the Lifeguard Training Class. BTCC TCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . PARENT AND CHILD AQUATICS LEVEL Ages 6 months to 4 years old Water Babies 6 months-4 years Water Babies introduces basic skills to parents and children through songs, games and activities. Parents are taught to safely work with their child in the water, including how to appropriately support and hold their child in the water and how to prepare and encourage their child to participate fully and try the skills. Children are introduced to basic skills that lay a foundation to help them learn to swim. A parent/guardian is required to accompany each child in the water and participate in the classes. Water Pioneers 18 months – 4 years Water Pioneers builds on the skills introduced in Water Babies. Participants improve on these skills and learn more advanced skills in Water Pioneers. Once infants or young children are able to comfortably perform the skills in Water Babies, they progress to Water Pioneers. A parent/guardian is required to accompany each child in the water and participate in the classes. PRESCHOOL CLASSES Ages 3-4 years of age Starfish 3 to 4 years old A first time group experience without parents. Work toward independent performance of the basic skills including body positions, blowing bubbles, floating, kicking, jumping, and basic water safety. At this first level, children start developing good attitudes and safe practices around the water. Hermit Crab Continue to reinforce basic skills taught in Starfish and increase comfort level. Children continue to explore using simultaneous and alternating arm and leg actions on the front and back to gain more proficiency for future strokes. Children should be able to put face in water comfortably for at least 3 seconds and be able to perform assisted front and back floats for 3-5 seconds. Tadpole This course builds on the skills learned in the previous levels. Tadpole provides additional practice of basic aquatic skills at a slightly more proficient performance level, such as performing skills for greater distances and times. Skills in this level are performed independently with little assistance. LEARN TO SWIM Ages 5-13 years of age Sea Turtle Introduction to Water Skills Level 1 In this introductory class, students will learn basic personal water safety information and skills to help participants feel comfortable in the water and to enjoy the water safely. Front and back stroke techniques are introduced, with the main focus on getting the child more comfortable with the water. Participants start developing positive attitudes, good swimming habits and safe practices in and around the water. Manta Ray Fundamental Aquatic Skills Level 2 Students will work toward independent performance of the basic skills: bobs, floats without support and recovering to a vertical position, glides, simultaneous and alternating arm and leg actions on the front and back, which lay the foundation for future strokes. Prerequisites: Students must be comfortable in the water, be able to put face in water for at least 3 seconds, and be able to perform an assisted back float for 3-5 seconds. Swordfish Stroke Development Level 3 Continue to build on previously learned skills by providing additional guided practice. Participants are taught to survival float, swim the front crawl, back stroke and elementary backstroke. At this level participants will also be introduced to the scissor and dolphin kicks, and will build on the fundamentals important to treading water. As in all levels, additional safety skills and messages are taught. Prerequisites: Must be able to swim independently on back and front for 5 yards, must be comfortable in deeper water. . Seal Stroke Improvement Level 4 Continue to develop participants’ confidence in the strokes learned thus far and to improve in other aquatic skills. In the Seals level, participants improve their skills and increase their endurance by swimming familiar strokes for greater distances. Participants add the arms to the scissor kick for the side stroke and the basics of turning at a wall. Prerequisites: Must be able to swim front crawl and elementary backstroke for 15 yards and successfully tread water for 30 seconds. Orca Stroke Refinement Level 5 Refinement in performance of all strokes (front crawl, back crawl, butterfly, breaststroke, elementary backstroke and sidestroke) and an increase in participants’ endurance. Flip turns on the front and back are also introduced. Prerequisites: Must be able to swim 25 yards of front crawl and elementary backstroke, and must be able to swim 15 yards of breaststroke and back crawl. SPRING/SUMMER 2016 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BTC STARFISH contd. PRIVATE LESSONS Private Lessons will be available for participants of all ages. Each session meets for five- thirty minute classes once a week. Aquatics Management will put together a list of all available times and days we have for private lessons each session. Patrons will select the day and time from the list of available private lessons and select which day and time matches with their schedule. We will begin taking private registration for Session I at 9:00am on April 11, 2016. Price: $85 - Member $105 - Non Member Session I: April 18th – May 21st WATER BABIES 6 months - 4 years old Price: $20 Member $30 Non Member Mondays 9:45am-10:15am Session I: April 18th – May 16th Program # 250701.01 Thursdays 12:45pm-1:15pm Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250701.04 Tuesdays 5:30pm-6:00pm Session I: April 19th – May 17th Program # 250701.02 Saturdays 9:00am-9:30am Session I: April 23rd – May 21st Program # 250701.05 Wednesdays 9:45am-10:15am Session I: April 20th – May 18th Program # 250701.03 WATER PIONEERS 18 months - 4 years old Price: $20 Member $30 Non Member Tuesdays 1:30pm-2:00pm Session I: April 19th – May 17th Program # 250711.05 Thursdays 10:45am-11:15am Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250711.10 Tuesdays 6:00pm-6:30pm Session I: April 19th – May 17th Program # 250711.06 Thursdays 1:30pm-2:00pm Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250711.11 Wednesdays 9:00am-9:30am Session I: April 20th – May 18th Program # 250711.07 Thursdays 6:00pm-6:30pm Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250711.12 Wednesdays 2:30pm-3:00pm Session I: April 20th – May 18th Program # 250711.08 Fridays 10:00am-10:30am Session I: April 22nd – May 20th Program # 250711.15 Wednesdays 5:00pm-5:30pm Session I: April 20th – May 18th Program # 250711.09 Saturdays 8:30am-9:00am Session I: April 23rd – May 21st Program # 250711.13 Saturdays 12:00pm-12:30pm Session I: April 23rd – May 21st Program # 250711.14 HERMIT CRAB 3 - 4 years old Mondays 11:00am-11:30am Session I: April 18th – May 16th Program # 250712.01 Wednesdays 5:00pm-5:30pm Session I: April 20th – May 18th Program # 250712.06 Mondays 5:00pm-5:30pm Session I: April 18th – May 16th Program # 250712.02 Thursdays 10:00am-10:30am Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250712.07 Tuesdays 10:00am-10:30am Session I: April 19th – May 17th Program # 250712.03 Thursdays 6:00-6:30pm Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250712.08 Fridays 12:00pm-12:45pm Session I: April 22nd – May 20th Program # 250712.10 Tuesdays 1:00-1:30pm Session I: April 19th – May 17th Program # 250702.01 Fridays 10:00am-10:30am Session I: April 22nd – May 20th Program # 250702.03 Tuesdays 6:00pm-6:30pm Session I: April 19th – May 17th Program # 250712.04 Thursdays 5:30pm-6:00pm Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250702.02 Saturdays 9:30am-10:00am Session I: April 23rd – May 21st Program # 250702.04 Wednesdays 10:15am-10:45am Saturdays 8:30am-9:00am Session I: April 20th – May 18th Session I: April 23rd – May 21st Program # 250712.05 Program # 250712.09 TADPOLE 3 - 4 years old Price: Thursdays 5:30pm-6:00pm Tuesdays 2:15pm-2:45pm Session I: April 19th – May 17th Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250713.04 Program # 250713.01 $25 Member $35 Non Member STARFISH 3 - 4 years old Mondays 5:00pm-5:30pm Mondays 9:00am-9:30am Session I: April 18th – May 16th Session I: April 18th – May 16th Program # 250711.03 Program # 250711.01 Tuesdays 10:45am-11:15am Mondays 2:30pm-3:00pm Session I: April 18th – May 16th Session I: April 19th – May 17thProgram # 250711.04 Program # 250711.02 22 Fridays 9:15am-9:45am Tuesdays 5:30pm-6:00pm Session I: April 19th – May 17th Session I: April 22nd – May 20th Program # 250713.05 Program #: 250713.02 Thursdays 2:15pm-2:45pm Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250713.03 BTCC Saturdays 9:15am-9:45am Session I: April 23rd – May 21st Program # 250713.06 TCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ORCA 5 - 13 years old Price: Tuesdays 7:45pm-8:30pm Session I: April 19th – May 17th Program # 250725.01 $35 Member $50 Non Member SEA TURTLE 5 - 13 years old Mondays 4:00pm-4:45pm Session I: April 18th – May 16th Program # 250721.01 Thursdays 6:30pm-7:15pm Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250721.04 Tuesdays 6:30pm-7:15pm Session I: April 19th – May 17th Program # 250721.02 Saturdays 11:00am-11:45am Session I: April 23rd – May 21st Program # 250721.05 Wednesdays 5:30pm-6:15pm Session I: April 20th – May 18th Program # 250721.03 MANTA RAY 5 - 13 years old Mondays 4:00pm-4:45pm Session I: April 18th – May 16th Program # 250722.01 Thursdays 6:30pm-7:15pm Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250722.04 Tuesdays 6:30pm-7:15pm Session I: April 19th – May 17thProgram # 250722.02 Saturdays 11:00am-11:45am Session I: April 23rd – May 21st Program # 250722.05 Wednesdays 5:30pm-6:15pm Session I: April 20th – May 18th Program # 250722.03 SWORDFISH 5 - 13 years old Mondays 5:30pm-6:15pm Session I: April 18th – May 16th Program # 250723.01 Thursdays 7:15pm-8:00pm Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250723.04 Tuesdays 7:15pm-8:00pm Session I: April 19th – May 17th Program # 250723.02 Saturdays 10:00am-10:45am Session I: April 23rd – May 21st Program # 250723.05 Wednesdays 4:00pm-4:45pm Session I: April 20th – May 18th Program # 250723.03 SEAL 5 - 13 years old Mondays 5:30pm-6:15pm Session I: April 18th – May 16th Program # 250724.01 Thursdays 7:15pm-8:00pm Session I: April 21st – May 19th Program # 250724.04 Tuesdays 7:15pm-8:00pm Session I: April 19th – May 17th Program # 250724.02 Saturdays 10:00am-10:45am Session I: April 23rd – May 21st Program # 250724.05 Wednesdays 4:00pm-4:45pm Session I: April 20th – May 18th Program # 250724.03 Saturday 12:00pm-12:45pm Session I: April 23rd – May 21st Program # 250725.02 Wednesdays 4:00pm-4:45pm Session I: April 20th – May 18th Program # 250725.03 Aqua Exercise Classes Session I: (6 week session) - June 6th - July 15th Session II: (5 week session) - July 25th - August 26th Swim Lessons - 2 week session - Monday - Thursday Session I: June 20th - June 30th Session II: July 11th - July 21st Session III: August 1st - August 13th Saturday Lessons: June 25th - August 11th **Check back May 1st for Summer Class times! BLUE SHARKS SWIM TEAM The Blue Sharks are ready to begin their seventh year in the Penn-Jersey Swim League! We will be keeping the tradition of providing a wholesome, fun, summer activity that provides quality competitive swimming instruction. Swimmers will receive group instruction on the four racing strokes (freestyle, backstroke, breaststroke, and butterfly), starts and turns. Practices will be held five days a week for all levels. All swim meets will be held on Tuesday and Thursday nights. There will be seven swim meets, an invitational meet, and championships for those who qualify. Our season will officially kick off June 13, 2016 and will run until August 6, 2016. The Bethlehem Township Summer Swim Team will provide a fun and challenging opportunity for swimmers to learn new skills, compete in meets, stay in great physical condition, encourage and make friends with other team members. $125 per swimmer - Member or Bethlehem Township Resident $225 per swimmer - Non Member Blue Sharks Pre-Season Practices Free to all swim team Participants!!! Sundays, June 4th & June 11th 5-11year olds 5-6pm 11-18 year olds 6-7pm Practice Schedule Group 1-advanced (11 years – 18 years of age) 7:15am-8:45am 5-6 lanes available inside pool Monday-Friday Group 2- Intermediate (9 years -10 years of age) 8:45am – 9:45am 3-4 lanes available inside pool Monday-Friday Group 3- Novice (5 years -8 years of age) 9:45am – 10:30am 3 lanes available inside pool Monday-Friday SPRING/SUMMER 2016 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BTC YOUNG WARRIORS - Tae Kwon Do LEARNING THRU SONG & DANCE 3-5 years old Emphasis will be on natural movement, free expression and learning to participate in a group while following directions. This class will also teach balance, coordination and right from left. Each child will receive a combination of dancing and singing. Tap shoes encouraged, but not required. Mondays 5:00pm-5:45pm Session I: April 18th - May 16th $25 Member $40 Non Member KIDS IN THE KITCHEN 4- 6 years old This class is designed for the preschooler who gets into everything. Come explore the kitchen and make food that not only fills the tummy but uses hands and feet to make! Each child must bring an apron and appetite. This is one class you don’t want to miss! Tuesdays 9:30am-10:15am Session I: April 19th - May 17th $25 Member $40 Non Member LAUGH & LEARN 3-5 years old Our goal is to provide a stimulating environment that promotes cognitive, social, language and physical development for children. This program was designed to help children realize and enthusiasm for learning in a comfortable and fun environment. Each morning will include circle time, themed activities, crafts, songs & movement, games and a discovery project. Our program is taught by a certified early childhood professional with over 20 years of experience in the field. Choose one day or two! Tuesdays 10:30am-12:00pm Session I: April 19th - May 17th Thursdays 10:30am-12:00pm Session I: April 21st - May 19th $30 Member $45 Non Member * Pick one day or both! Save $10 if you register for both days!! GYM N SWIM 4-6 years old This high energy class begins in the gym with games and sports and then jumps to the pool for water play. Child must be completely toilet trained and comfortable participating without a parent. Child must wear a swimsuit underneath gym clothes with gym shoes. Parents drop off in gym and pick up in the pool area. Tuesdays 10:30am-12:00pm Session I: May 10th - May 31st $30 Member $45 Non Member 24 4-6 years old This is an introduction to the Korean art from Tae Kwon Do for young children. This program will focus on basic techniques using hands and feet, physical fitness including core and strength training and basic forms. They will learn dojang (Martial Art School) etiquette. The main focus will be to teach respect and establish confidence & self control. Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00pm-6:30pm Monthly Fees $25 Member $45 Non Member * This program runs year round, please call for availability! BEGINNER PIKES 3-5 years old This fun intro to gymnastics class is designed to develop coordination, flexibility, strength, motor skills and self esteem. Children will be introduced to stretching, basic tumbling skills and various mats. Wednesdays 9:30am-10:15am Session I: April 20th - May 18th $25 Member $40 Non Member LEARN TO RALLY AND PLAY TENNIS 3-4 years old This program is designed to teach children the skills to be able to rally with a partner, play the game and hopefully participate on a team. Exercises, fun activities and one on one guidance will be used throughout the practice to perform skills. Emphasis will be on stroke development, coordination, movement and balance. All players must bring a racquet. Class to be held outside on the tennis courts, weather permitting. Wednesdays 5:00pm-5:45pm Session I: April 20th - May 18th $50 Member $65 Non Member ALL STAR SPORTS 3-6 years old A fun introduction to a wide variety of sports. Children will play wiffle ball, basketball, soccer, soft floor hockey and several other games! Wednesdays 10:30am-11:15am Session I: April 20th - May 18th $25 Member $40 Non Member BTCC TCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . LITTLE LUNCH LEARNERS FUN, JUMP & GIGGLE 18 - 36 months with caregiver This is your chance to spend time with your young child in a gym program with the focus on fun! Enjoy activities such as parachute games and balls mixed with music and imagination to enhance coordination and improve large motor skills. You’ll love spending this time with your child. Thursdays 9:30am-10:15am Session I: April 21st - May 19th $25 Member $40 Non Member SPRING COMBO 3-5 years old Soccer & tee ball made fun! This class will be a combination of both soccer and tee ball to prepare for the spring season. Our experienced instructor will use age appropriate games, demonstrations and games to teach the basics of soccer and tee ball. Baseball gloves not required. Thursdays Ages: 3-4 (younger 4’s) 9:30am-10:15am Ages: 4-5 (older 4’s) 10:30am-11:15am Session I: April 21st - May 19th $25 Member $40 Non Member IMAGINATION STATION 3-6 years old Imagination Station … All Aboard! The train is pulling into the station...don't forget to bring along your imagination while we go on one adventure after another! Children will embark on whimsical voyages to various places every class. While using their creativity, children will pretend, play, and explore! Class encourages basic thinking and skills to promote school readiness. 9:30am-10:15am Friday, April 1st - Pajama Day with Disney Friends * Wear your pj’s and bring a favorite Disney stuffed animal. Friday, April 15th - Spring has Sprung * Plant flowers and get ready to enjoy the warm weather. Friday, April 22nd - Going Buggy * Get ready for some creepy, crawly activities Friday, April 29th - Up, Up & Away * Let’s pretend to take a hot air balloon ride! Where would you go? Friday, May 6th - Going to the Zoo *What are your favorite zoo animals? Bring in a picture, toy or stuffed animal. Friday, May 20th - Ready for Summer * Let’s get ready for our favorite summer activity! $3 Member $6 Non Member 3-6 years old This lunch time program will build self-esteem, develop social skills, play and share together, and expand vocabulary. Each session your child will experience a new activity including games and crafts. Child must be completely toilet trained and comfortable participating without a parent. All children must bring a lunch with them (peanut free of course). Fridays 11:30am-1:30pm Session I: April 22nd - May 20th $30 Member $45 Non Member KIDS YOGA 8-11 years old Get children bending, breathing and stretching with yoga. Your children will have fun playing games while doing yoga. They will learn basic yoga skills which will help with their coordination skills, selfesteem, concentration and focus. Wednesdays 4:30pm-5:15pm Session I: April 20th - May 18th $20 Member $30 Non Member TEEN YOGA: Go With The Flow! 12-16 years old Everyone is doing it - and it’s good for you! Join the fun and find out what everyone is talking about when they say they are doing flow yoga, sun salutations, down dog, up dog, flip dog and even split dog! We will explore lots of fun ways to build strength and flexibility. We will break it all down and help you find out if yoga is for you. Bring a mat and an open mind. Wednesdays 5:15pm-6:00pm Session I: April 20th - May 18th $20 Member $30 Non Member LEARN TO RALLY AND PLAY TENNIS 5-12 years old This program is designed to teach children the skills to be able to rally with a partner, play the game and hopefully participate on a team. Exercises, fun activities and one on one guidance will be used throughout the practice to perform skills. Emphasis will be on stroke development, coordination, movement and balance. All players must bring a racquet. Class to be held outside on the tennis courts, weather permitting. Wednesdays Red - 5-7 years old - 5:00pm-5:45pm Orange/Green - 8-12 years old - 5:45pm-6:30pm Session I: April 20th - May 18th $50 Member $65 Non Member SPRING/SUMMER 2016 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BTC FUN FRIDAYS TAE KWON DO 7-13 years old This program will follow traditional Tae Kwon Do classes including knowledge of the art and etiquette of Dojang. Our focuses will include strength and core training, proper hand and foot techniques and forms. Developing respect and selfconfidence is a priority. Testing for all belts is required and will follow guidelines set. This will include knowledge of form for color belt desired, school grades along with teacher and parent approval. The fee for testing will be $15. Instructor: John Romero 2nd Dan Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:30pm-7:15pm Monthly Fees $45 Member $65 Non Member * This program runs year round, please call for availability! DRUMMERS FOR BEGINNERS 8-12 years old Drumming for beginners is an easy and fun way to get started on learning drums. Drumming for beginners is a course designed to get people started on the snare drum, where learners get fundamental instruction on topics such as stick grip, drum notation, reading music, beginning rudiments and much more in a relaxed and safe environment. You will need a practice stand, a pair of sticks, a music stand, a metronome or metronome app, a copy of Progressive Steps to Syncopation by Ted Reed. The equipment needed for this class is equipment that can be used for a lifetime! Thursdays 4:30pm-5:15pm Session I: April 21st - May 19th $60 Member $70 Non Member TEEN WEIGHT TRAINING 12-16 years old Each week will cover a major component of physical fitness including cardiovascular endurance, muscular strength and flexibility. This class is a pre-requisite if you would like to use the weight room before the age of 15. Please come dressed to participate. Thursdays 4:00pm-4:45pm Session I: April 21st - May 19th $25 Member $35 Non Member 26 8-12 years old Come join Ryan for an afternoon of your favorite games and activities! Please bring a water bottle and wear sneakers. Class may go outside if weather permits. Fridays 4:30pm-5:30pm Session I: May 13th - June 3rd $20 Member $30 Non Member PARENTS NIGHT OUT 5-10 years old Parents, take advantage of this wonderful evening program! Parent’s Night Out is open to children ages 5-10 years old and will include a night of games, crafts, swimming, movies and a pizza dinner. Please bring a water bottle, swimsuit and towel. Pre-registration is required to assure proper staffing ratios. On-site registration will not be permitted the night of the activity. Friday, May 20th 5:30pm-8:30pm Friday, June 3rd 5:30pm-8:30pm $15 Member - per night $20 Non Member - per night FIRST STRIDES This gradual 12-week women’s program will help you comfortably progress from the couch to walking, jogging or running at a pace that’s right for you. All women who complete the program will be able to participate in the Women’s 5K Classic. Topics covered include training principles, injury prevention, motivation, nutrition, and much more. Come dressed for activities outside. Tuesdays 5:30pm or Wednesdays 9:15am Program begins Tuesday, July 19th & Wednesday, July 20th Early Bird Registration: $45 (before July 12th) Price: $50 (beginning July 12th) LINE DANCING with DENA Great way to exercise your mind and body! One beginner's dance and one intermediate dance will be taught each week. Dance steps first taught without the music, using counts and then putting it all together with the music. Come on out and try dances like the Happy, Makin’ It, Adaptable, Baby’s Radio, Fighting Those Blue Jeans and much more. A fun evening out! Leather soles required for sliding. Tuesdays 7:15pm-8:30pm Session I: April 19th-May 24th $15 Member $25 Non Member BTCC TCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BTCC BOOK CLUB The book club meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month from 7:00pm-8:30pm. For other information please contact BTCC at 610-332-1900. TAI CHI This class is an introduction to Tai Chi exercise, breathing, and meditation for physical and mental well-being. We will practice gentle movements from Yang style Tai Chi and learn the Yang Short Form. Tai chi has been proven to lower blood pressure, increase flexibility, improve balance, and help deal with everyday stress. Beneficial for adults of all ages and fitness levels. Please wear loose fitness clothing and flat shoes to class. Tuesdays 6:00pm-7:00pm Session I: April 19th-May 24th Summer Session I: June 7th-July 12th Summer Session II: July 26th-Aug 23rd $15 Member $30 Non Member Advanced Tai Chi Drop-In 6:00pm-7:00pm Tuesday, April 12th Tuesday, May 13st Tuesday, July 19th $3 Fee One-on-one personal training will give you the knowledge, motivation, and confidence you need to achieve your fitness goals. Our trainers will customize a safe and efficient program based on your fitness needs. All of our personal trainers are certified professionals. Group Rates available for 2 or more participants. Please call 610-332-1505 for more information. 30 minute session 5 sessions 1 hr. session 5 sessions 10 sessions Member $22 $100 $35 $165 $325 Non-Member $32 $150 $45 $215 $425 Relax while you paint the night away! Create your own acrylic painting on various sized canvases! No experience needed - just open to a fun night out. Please wear old clothes. Instruction and all supplies are included. ADULT PAINTING Friday, April 29th - 6:00pm-9:00pm - Spring Floral Saturday, May 7th - 2:00pm-4:00pm - Special Mother’s Day Painting Friday, May 20th - 6:00pm-9:00pm - Sunset over the French Countryside Friday, June 24th - 6:00pm-9:00pm - Fireflies Friday July 29th - 6:00pm-9:00pm - Moravian Star $20 Member per class $30 Non Member per class KIDS PAINTING NIGHTS 8 years and older Thursday, June 23rd - 5:15pm-8:15pm - TBA Thursday, July 28th - 5:15pm-8:15pm - “Go Go Flamingo” Thursday, August 25th - 5:15pm-8:15pm - TBA $20 Member per class $30 Non Member per class SPRING/SUMMER 2016 French Countryside 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BTC SENIOR AEROBIC CLASSES AUTUMN CLUB SilverSneakers® Classic Have fun and move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength, range of movement, and activity for daily living skills. Hand-held weights, elastic tubing with handles, and a ball are offered for resistance, and a chair is used for seated and/or standing support. Included in Membership or $5 drop-in. Mondays, Tuesdays and Thursdays 12:15pm-1:15pm This active group of seniors meets every Monday morning from 9:30am-11:30am at the Community Center. This program is open to all seniors, age 55 plus, residing in Bethlehem Township. Autumn Club members participate in speakers, parties, social gatherings, bingo, card playing and so much more. Come out and join the fun! Program meets Labor Day through Memorial Day. SilverSneakers® Yoga Yoga will move your whole body through a complete series of seated and standing yoga poses. Chair support is offered to safely perform a variety of postures designed to increase flexibility, balance and range of movement. Restorative breathing exercises and final relaxation will promote stress reduction and mental clarity. Included in Membership or $5 drop-in. Wednesdays 12:15pm-1:00pm Every Wednesday, from 1 pm to 3 pm, you can join this group of seniors. There are games, activities, cards, bingo and more to keep you busy all afternoon. So get up, come out, and have fun! This is a non-instructional program for Township Residents only, and there will be personnel on site. This program meets at BTCC Sept - May and at the Coolidge Building June - August. SENIOR DROP IN CENTER Zumba® Gold This program is designed for the active older adult and is done at a much lower intensity. The same great Latin styles of music and dance are used and just as fun as the regular Zumba® classes. Zumba® Gold classes strive to improve your balance, strength, flexibility and most importantly the heart. Included in Membership or $5 drop-in. Wednesdays 1:00pm-1:45pm (Labor Day-Memorial Day) Fridays 11:45am-12:45pm (Year Round) The Bethlehem Township Community Center will once again be offering discount amusement park tickets for the 2016 Summer Season! Please contact us at 610-332-1900 for a complete list of available parks and prices!! 28 BTCC TCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-12 years old 9:00am-4:00pm Each week will bring a new theme of fun adventures for all campers. June 13th-17th Aloha Summer*** June 20th-24th Ooey Gooey Science*** June 27th-July 1st Sunken Treasures July 5th-July 8th It’s a Party in the USA (no camp July 4th) Member - $100 Non Member - $164 (for the week of July 5th) July 11th-15th Marvel Us July 18th-22nd Zoo-topia*** July 25th-29th Adventures & Games*** August 1st-5th Best of the Best August 8th-12th Rio Olympics*** August 15th-19th Groundhog Mash Member - $125 per week/***field trip week prices listed below Non Member - $175 per week /***field trip week prices listed below *** Denotes Field Trips. All campers attend field trips - there will be no additional care provided if children do not wish to attend. Field trips are for campers only. Field Trips - Tuesday, June 14th-Skateaway (walking) - $125m/$175nm Thursday, June 23rd-Turkey Hill Experience - $155m/$205nm Thursday, July 21st-Philadelphia Zoo - $155m/$205nm Wednesday, July 27th-Iron Pigs Game - $150m/$205nm Thursday, August 11th-Free Fall Trampoline Park (walking) - $145m/$195nm Extended Camp - Supervised activities are planned for children who participate in the extended camp program. Please be advised that you must register your child 48 hours in advance to participate in extended camp. Early Drop Off - 7am-9am Late Pick Up - 4pm-6pm Extended Camp Fees (price is per day–per time segment) Member - $5 Non Member - $8 No PM extended camp on Friday, August 19th. Camp will close at 4pm. Registration Policy - Payment must be made in full or a $50 (nonrefundable and nontransferable) deposit for each camp week per child is due upon registering. The balance for each week is due the Monday prior to the specific camp week. If payment is incomplete, your spot will be forfeited for that week. Birth certificates are required when registering for camp. All deposits are nonrefundable and nontransferable. Camp credit will only be given for a physician-verified illness, lasting two or more consecutive days. Camp credit is only valid for other programming at BTCC. There will be no credits or refunds for unused extended camp. 3-5 years old 9:00am-12:00pm Themes follow the same schedule as the big kids. No extended care is provided for this camp. All children must be potty trained to participate. Mini Hogs do not take field trips. Member - $60 per week Non Member - $80 per week *Payment must be made in full for Mini Hog Camp. SPRING/SUMMER 2016 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BTC Sunday, June 5th HEAT AGES & TIMES 4 years old 1 length of pool, 1 mile bike, 100 yd run Heat time: 8am 5 years old 1 length of pool, 1 mile bike, 100 yd run Heat time: 8:15am 6 years old 1 length of pool. 1 mile bike, 200 yd run Heat time: 8:30am 7 years old 1 length of pool. 1 mile bike, 200 yd run Heat time: 8:45am 8 years old 1 lap of pool, 1 mile bike, 300 yd run Heat time: 9:30am 9 years old 1 lap of pool, 1 mile bike, 300 yd run Heat time: 9:45am 10 years old 1 lap of pool, 1 mile bike, 400 yd run Heat time: 10:15am 11years old 1 lap of pool, 1 mile bike, 400 yd run Heat time: 10:30am 12 years old 1 lap of pool, 1 mile bike, 400 yd run Heat time: 10:45am 8:00am-11:30am $15 Bethlehem Township Resident $25 Non Resident Packet Pickup: Saturday, June 4th - 9am-12pm Awards: Athletes will receive a medal upon completion of event. Top finishers in each heat will receive prizes. Amenities: Competitors will receive a t-shirt, post-race food and refreshments. Important: There is no race day registration. This event is rain or shine. Please register early to guarantee your child a spot for this awesome event! Registration Deadline: Friday, May 27th *Age groups may fill prior to the 27th of May. To guarantee the correct shirt size for your child, please register before Monday, May 16th. .................. The Summer Playground Program is scheduled to begin on Monday, June 20th and conclude on Friday August 12th, 2016. This program is only open to Bethlehem Township children ages 5-12 years old. Any child planning to attend the 2016 Summer Playground Program MUST be registered by the close of the May 19th registration session. Playground sites will be determined based upon staffing and site availability. Program Hours Monday-Thursday - 9am-12pm AND 5pm-8pm Playground Sites Chetwyn Terrace Comer Park Friday - 9am-12pm Lower Municipal Park Registration for this program will be held at Bethlehem Township Community Center on the following dates Saturday, May 14th - 9am-11am Tuesday, May 17th - 5:30pm-7:30pm Thursday, May 19th - 11am-1pm Fees $40 for 1st child; $30 for each additional child Registration fees are payable only during registration and do not include fees for field trips. Only registered children are permitted on field trips. Participants MUST be pre-registered to attend this program and field trips. Children MUST be registered by a parent or legal guardian. Siblings will not be accepted as guardian and forms will not be sent home with neighbors. Registrants must be five years old on or before June 1st, 2016. Due to the nature of our program and number of children at each site, we strongly recommend that your child have completed Kindergarten before attending the program. Birth certificates are required for proof of age for all participants. Proof of residency is required. A child may only be registered at and attend one location. Switching sites is not permitted. 30 BTCC TCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Kids Play Tennis is a program designed to make tennis fun! Students learn the basics by using age appropriate equipment that will teach kids how to play proper tennis FAST. Each instructor is certified and trained to teach students how to rally, keep score and learn proper technique in a game based environment. With support and funding from the United States Tennis Association, this program will offer many avenues to LOVE a sport of a lifetime. CLASS 1: Tuesdays & Thursdays Session I: June 14th - July 7th Session II: July 19th - August 11th BEGINNERS 3-4 years old - 9:00am-9:30am $40 Member/$60 Non Member RED 5-6 years old (or beginner graduates)-9:00am-10:00am ORANGE 7-8 years old (or RED graduates)-10:00am-11:00am GREEN 9-12 years old (or ORANGE graduates)-11:00am-12:00pm $80 Member/$100 Non Member CLASS 2: Wednesdays Session I: June 15th - July 6th Session II: July 20th - August 10th BEGINNERS 3-4 years old - 9:00am-9:30am $20 Member/$30 Non Member RED 5-6 years old (or beginner graduates)-9:00am-10:00am ORANGE 7-8 years old (or RED graduates)-10:00am-11:00am GREEN 9-12 years old (or ORANGE graduates)-11:00am-12:00pm $40 Member/$50 Non Member CLASS 3: Wednesday Evening Session I: June 15th - July 6th Session II: July 20th - August 10th BEGINNERS 3-4 years old - 5:00pm-5:30pm $20Member/$30 Non Member RED 5-6 years old (or beginner graduates)-5:00pm-6:00pm ORANGE 7-8 years old (or RED graduates)-6:00pm-7:00pm GREEN 9-12 years old (or ORANGE graduates)-6:00pm-7:00pm $40 Member/$50 Non Member Play Day!! - Saturday, June 11th - 11:00AM FREE to all Tennis Players Play day allows kids to play games with players of similar age and skill level with prizes for EVERYONE! With the emphasis on fun, kids gain both confidence and play experience in a low pressure environment. Pre-Registration required! Sponsored by USTA Famous Buildings - Monday, June 13th - Thursday, June 16th Learn about your favorite buildings and what makes them unique! This class will be interactive with a heavy influence of the "Art in Architecture" and what makes structures appealing. Participants will sketch one day, construct the next day, paint on canvas the next, etc. Each class will have a different theme. Famous architects, specific architectural styles & common terms will also be introduced. Think Eiffel Tower, NYC skyscrapers, and more! Snack included each day, please bring a water bottle. We encourage parents to come 15 min early to see an art display to wrap up the end of the program on Thursday June 16 at 3:30pm in lower lobby/ kids club area. 9-12 Years Old 1:15pm-4:00pm $75 Member $95 Non Member Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 9th SPRING/SUMMER 2016 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BTC Colorful Animal Art - Tuesday, June 21st - Thursday, June 23rd (3 days only) Lions, gers & bears oh my! Just kidding - nothing scary here. Only prey peacocks, zany zebras, & colorful chameleons will fill our room. Parcipants will take their creavity to a whole new level! Doodling, painng, coloring & drawing will keep our lile arsts busy in this camp! Snackincludedeachday;pleasebringawaterbottleandartistenthusiasm! 7-10 Years Old 1:15pm-4:00pm $60 Member $80 Non Member Registration Deadline: Thursday, June 16th Art Around The World - Monday, August 22nd - Thursday, August 25th Your child will learn a new art skill each day! They will complete diverse projects ranging from “fun with doodling” to “decorating with decoupage” and everything in between including jewelry making and acrylic painting from Around the World. They will be given the materials, instruction and encouragement that will bring out their creativity. Familiar landmarks & landscapes around the world are the inspiration for our designs! The indigenous people and animals of well-known locations will also be explored through our artwork. The last ½ hour of the last camp day, the parents may attend to see the gallery of art projects completed throughout the week. All art on display may then be taken home to enjoy! Each day a different snack will be provided, please bring a water bottle. The older age group will have same theme but their projects will be more detailed. 10-12 Years Old 1:00pm-4:00pm $75 Member $95 Non Member Registration Deadline: Thursday, August 18th 6-9 Years Old 9:00am-12:00pm $75 Member $95 Non Member Registration Deadline: Thursday, August 18th Wednesday, June 22nd 7:00 PM - BTCC Pavilion Magical moments runs 45 minutes and consists of comedy magic, music, lots of audience participation and ventriloquism featuring everyone’s favorite little guy - Baby Chuckee! Great night out for the whole family! 32 BTCC TCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Wednesday, June 29th 6:30 PM - BTCC Pavilion Think you’re the biggest Disney fan around? Come test your knowledge in movies, quotes, characters and much more! Prizes awarded for top 3 teams! .................. Wednesday, July 13th 7:00 PM - BTCC Pavilion Featuring Bill George of Touchstone Theatre “Poochie Rides a Bike” tells the tale of a very special pair of friends and a bicycle ride you will always remember. This performance is great for all ages. Show runs 45 minutes. .................. Wednesday, July 20th 7:00 PM - BTCC Pavilion Peaceable Animal Kingdom, located in Bucks, PA, will be joining us for an evening of Exotic Animal Fun! Featuring animals that are not your ordinary backyard critters...these include a patgonian cavy, two-tooth sloths, an albino wallaby, a North American Porcupine, a kinkajous, sugar gliders, bush babies and marmosets...to name a few. SPRING/SUMMER 2016 33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . BTC Wednesday, July 27th Dusk - BTCC Lawn After young Riley is uprooted from her Midwest life and moved to San Francisco, her emotions - Joy, Fear, Anger, Disgust & Sadness - conflict on how best to navigate a new city, house and school. Rated: PG .................. Wednesday, August 3rd Dusk - BTCC Lawn After a lot of accidents that changed the usual form of his happy and joyful family, Arlo, an Apatosaurus-formed a distant and accidental relationship with a brave young primitive boy in a world that dinosaurs successfully live until the Prehistoric age. Rated: PG .................. Norm, the polar bear, doesn't know how to hunt, but he Wednesday, August 10th does possess the unique ability to talk to humans. When the Dusk - BTCC Lawn wealthy Mr. Greene unveils his idea to build luxury condos in the Arctic, Norm realizes that his beloved home is in jeopardy. Accompanied by three mischievous lemmings, Norm stows away on a ship to New York. Once there, he meets a surprising ally who helps him hatch a scheme to sabotage the shady developer's plans. Rated: PG 34 BTCC TCC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Tuesday, August 2nd 6 PM-8:30 PM - BTCC Pavilions Join Bethlehem Township Police Department for the 12th Annual National Night Out Event. There will be plenty of games, activities and events for the entire family! Enjoy demonstrations by the Police Department as well as your local fire departments. The great thing about this event is everything is FREE so come out and gather with your fellow neighbors for this spectacular event! Pool Parties (ages 6+) Guests will meet in the party room and will be escorted down to the pool by their Party Coordinator. We ask that parents wear their swimming suits and be in the pool to assist with supervision. The party will have approximately one hour of supervised pool time followed by pizza, juice and party games in the party room. Sports Parties (ages 5+) The Party Coordinator will lead the children through a variety of sports including basketball, t-ball, soccer or soft floor hockey. After one hour of play time the Party Coordinator will escort the children to the party room for pizza and juice. This party package is available March-October. Arts and Crafts Parties (ages 5+) Children can use their imagination in this party to create whatever the birthday child wants to make. Examples include creating masks, painting, candy making, making flowers, or simply just having fun! * All prices include pizza, juice, and a party coordinator. You must provide your own cake and party decorations, including paper products. Prices Level One: (up to 15 Children) $175 Resident/$225 Non Resident Level Three: (for 21-25 Children) $235 Resident/ $285 Non Resident Level Two: (for 16-20 Children) $205 Resident/ $255 Non Resident Level Four: (for 26-30 Children) $265 Resident/ $315 Non Resident Parties are available on Saturdays and Sundays (most weekends) SPRING/SUMMER 2016 35 PRSRT STD U.S. POSTAGE PAID PERMIT 527 LEHIGH VALLEY, PA ECRWSS Postal Customer This brochure is delivered by the United States Postal Service via carrier route. For those non-residents receiving this publication, enjoy it with our compliments. LIVE WORK PLAY Bethlehem Township Community Center Bethlehem Township Municipal Building 2900 Farmersville Road Bethlehem, PA 18020 610.332.1900 www.bethlehemtownship.org 4225 Easton Avenue Bethlehem, PA 18020 610.814.6400 www.bethlehemtownship.org