What a great summer We would like to say a big THANK YOU to our won-

derful customers We are excited to celebrate 55 YEARS of providing recrea-

tional services and opportunities to the Wellington community in the areas

of Aquatics Sports Fitness Leisure Arts Seniors Special Interest and

Events We truly appreciate your constant support and look forward to

WRC Fall events

GENERAL INFORMATION 2

FITNESS INFORMATION amp CLASSES 4-5

FITNESS CENTER 12 DAYS OF FITNESS 6

PERSONAL TRAINING amp YOUTH FITNESS 7

YOUTH SPORTS 8-9

YOUTH ADULT SPORTS 10

20 PROGRAMS FOR UNDER $20 11

BIRTHDAY SERVICE 12

YOUTH amp TEEN EVENTS 13

TEEN EVENTS 14

SPECIAL EVENTS 16 ndash18

LEISURE ARTS (YOUTH) 20

ADULT LEISURE ARTS 21

SPECIAL INTEREST 22-23

SENIOR CITIZENS 24

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 326-3323

wwwwellingtonreccom Administrative Office Hours

Monday-Friday 830 am-500 pm Closed Weekends

Please note The Wellington Recreation Center office will be CLOSED on the following dates September 3 Labor Day November 22 amp 23 Thanksgiving December 24 amp 25 Christmas December 31 New Yearrsquos Eve January 1 New Yearrsquos Day

Mission Statement It is our mission to enhance the life of all USD 353 residents through quality recreational and leisure services that contribute to their mental social physical educational cultural

and general well being

Welcome to the 2012 Wellington Recreation Commission‟s Fall activities guide of classes programs leagues and special events

We hope that you will find an activity to enjoy for every member of your family On page 11 check out bdquo20 under $20‟20 programs and events that cost less

than $20 or are free for an entire family For the most up-to-date information regarding programs and changes in scheduling visit

our website wwwwellingtonreccom or rdquoFriendrdquo us on Facebook ldquoWellington Recreationrdquo

As alwaysndash thank you to all Wellington and area residents for your continued support as

we look forward to a bright future

Fall Program Registration Beings Monday August 27th

Remember itrsquos great to recreate and itrsquos never too late

Board of Directors Hankie Holefelder President

Matt Barton Secretary

Tamara McCue Member

Amy Jenkins Member

John Brand Member

Staff Cody White Superintendent Marcine Goodrum Asst Superintendent Tanner Ford Sports Director

Julie Wellington Administrative Manager

Crystal Dawson ProgramStaff Specialist

Debbie MurphyDebbie Zens helliphelliphellipFitness Coordinators

Maria Holverson Maintenance and Custodial

Recreation Center 202 S Jefferson 326-3323

Memorial Auditorium 208 N Washington 326-3303

Fitness Center 208 N Washington 326-3435

Elsass Annex Art Center 222 S Jefferson

McKinley Bungalow 514 N Olive

The Armory 218 S High

For Your Information Little League Football Sponsors Joe Buresh 316-293-6050

amp Paul Vargas 316-640-5488

Babe Ruth Baseball Chris Craig 326-3388

Youth Football Cheerleader Molly Craig 620-968-7197

Credit Cards Accepted For our customersrsquo convenience the Recreation Center accepts

Visa and Mastercard credit and debit cards as well as

checks and cash Checks should be made payable to the

Wellington Recreation Commission $1000 charge for NSF

checks

Refund Policy

In the case where equipment or uniforms have been ordered for

registration the cost of the equipment or uniforms will not be

refunded A complete refund will be given if the class is

cancelled by the WRC No refund will be given if persons fail

to request a refund prior to the start of the class When a refund

is issued a $300 service charge will be assessed

Program Scholarships Because some residents are unable to participate in recreation

programs due to economic hardship the WRC provides a

scholarship to reduce or waive certain fees and charges

Applicants for scholarships are not guaranteed program

registration All requests will remain confidential A limited

amount of funding is available for scholarships Please inquire

about scholarships at the WRC office

Registration Deadlines

Registration deadlines are established to give a date by which

you should be registered However registration deadlines may

be extended If you missed the deadline please call 326-3323

or see wellingtonreccom to get information on possible dead-

line extensions

Click on

wwwwellingtonreccom or visit

facebook Wellington

Recreation for easy access to

program details

changes in schedules

and program photos

REGISTRATION For your convenience there are several easy ways to

registerndash online by phone by mail (download a regis-

tration form) and in person at the rec-

reation center

The WRC accepts creditdebit

cards VISA MasterCard Dis-

cover card cash and checks

ONLINE REGISTRATION All of the programs listed in this

brochure are also listed and may

be registered for online welling-

tonreccom (click online registration)

Follow these easy instructions-

You will need a household account in order to regis-

ter online

If you do not have a household account click Re-

quest Account to set one up Follow the instructions

and remember to write your password in a secure

location so that you will not forget it

If you already have a household account click My

Account and use your password to log-in

At the Account Options window choose Activities at

the top of the page between Start and Sports or on

the left side under Other Services Register for Ac-

tivities Search and select an activity (egT-ball

Gentle Yoga) using the drop-down menu Activities

are automatically sorted by first date other options

are available by name by activity number etc

Choose the activity

On the next screen click Add To My Cart Be sure

to select the appropriate family memberrsquos name us-

ing the Participant drop-down menu To enroll

click Continue Then follow the prompts to complete

your transaction

Program Registration Begins Monday August 27th

After School Program

Big Cheese Pizza

Countryside Motors

Daylight Donut Shop

Dillons

El Chile Verde

Fabiolas

Futures Unlimited

Health Mart

H amp R Block

Helen Voran Trust Fund

Hummingbird Printing

ImpactBank

Kimball Insurance Agency

Mayfield Grocery

Mid-States Fitness Equipment

Panhandle Credit Union

SCCDAT

Security State Bank

Sumner Communications

Sumner Co Family Care Center

Sunflower Screen Printing

Susanrsquos Portrait Designs

TECT Aerospace

ZUMBA FITNESS When participants see a Zumba class in action they can‟t wait to give it a try Zumba classes feature ex-otic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and interna-tional beats Before participants know it they‟re get-ting fit and their energy levels are soaring There‟s no other fitness class like a Zumba Fitness-Party It‟s easy to do effective and totally exhilarating often building a deep-rooted community among returning students Join Certified Instructor Cindy Tracy for routines featuring aerobicfitness interval training with fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body for an incredible workout DAYS Monday amp Thursday TIME 730-830 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1018 Session 2 1022 to 1115 Session 3 1119 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

ZUMBA TONE When it comes to body sculpting Zumba Toning raises the bar (or rather the toning stick) It combines targeted body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba moves to cre-ate a calorie-torching strength-training dance fitness-party Students learn how to use lightweight maraca-like Toning Sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all their target zones including arms abs glutes and thighs Zumba Toning is the perfect way for enthusi-asts to sculpt their bodies naturally while having a total blast DAYS Mondays TIME 530-630 pm PRICE $15 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1015 Session 2 1022 to 1112 Session 3 1119 to 1210

TWO FREE weeks of Fitness classes

Mon-Thurs Sept 10th - Sept 20th Register in advance at the WRC Free classes include all classes listed on this page

HiLo Fusion and Butz amp Gutz on page 5

SUNRISE YOGA This fast-paced yoga class is designed to strengthen the body and mind through synchronized breathing and flowing movement The Vinyasa class utilizes movement as well as stretching Sadie will instruct you to move from one pose (asana) to the next on an inhale or an exhale for a great cardio workout DAYS Thursdays TIME 615mdash645 am PRICE $15 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 927 to 1018 Session 2 1025 to 1115 Session 3 1129 to 1220 (no class on 1122)

GENTLE YOGA Explore gentle movements to increase flexibility strength and well-being Students are led through stretches yoga postures and breathing practices then guided into deep relaxation with experienced Yoga Instructor Sadie Black Ideal for those with chronic pain or stress illness or injury All fitness levels welcome Leave your troubles behind wear comfortable clothing and join us for 45 minutes of revitalization DAYS Tuesdays amp Thursdays TIME 630mdash715 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 925 to 1018 Session 2 1023 to 1115 Session 3 1120 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

HILO FUSION This class is designed to challenge your body with a cardio workout and strength equipment that pro-motes lean muscle mass This fast paced strength class utilizes a wide range of equipment including kickboxing resistance bands and free weights DAYS Tuesdays amp Thursdays TIME 530mdash630 pm PRICE $30 LOCATION WRC INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CT MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 925 to 1018 Session 2 1023 to 1115 Session 3 1120 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

FITNESS COUPONS Are you one of those who would like to take a fitness class but have a crazy schedule and hate to pay for classes you missed Buy WRC Fitness Coupons Coupons are $4 each (one coupon per one 30-60 minute Fitness class listed on pages 4 amp 5) Coupons may be purchased in singles or any quantity you desire

at the Recreation Center office during office hours

BUTZ amp GUTZ This core conditioning class will focus on the front and rear of core stability using Pilates Pilates ex-ercises use the exciting combination of yoga flexibil-ity training and strength training DAYS Mondays amp Wednesdays TIME 630-715 pm PRICE $25 LOCATION WRC INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1017 Session 2 1022 to 1114 Session 3 1119 to 1217 (no class on 1121)

Membership Fees for Residents In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months Single $25 $125 $200 Family $40 $200 $320 Senior $20 $100 $160 Senior Family $30 $150 $240

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or

guardian‟s signature and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center

all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physician‟s signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between

Thanksgiving and Christmas

and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid

Fitness Center Membership

FITNESS T-SHIRT

CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

use the FC on a continuous basis

This fall sign up for the contest every

time you come to work out The last day

of the month (Sept Oct Nov amp Dec)

wersquoll have a drawing and one lucky

member will receive a FREE FC T-shirt

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jennifer Kinyon an instructor with 15 years of experience for this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Students will also be introduced to rolls handstands cart-wheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace DAY Saturdays DATE Oct13-Nov 3 DAYTIME 900-945 am AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1500 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

PERSONAL TRAINING

Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experi-ence assisting patrons with their fitness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assess-ments (Fit Tests) geared toward deter-mining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Cen-ter to schedule an appointment 326-3435 Price $25 per hoursession

SilverSneakerscopy Muscular Strength Range of Movement Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going Tues-days and Thursdays from 1030-1115 am the WRC

Floral 326-7534 Pharmacy 326-5981 Fax 326-5661

GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING After a busy summer stay active this fall so that you‟re strong lean and full of energy heading into the winter months Group Personal Training features our experienced CPT Debbie Mur-phy Available for 4-8 people Minimum per class 4 people Register through the WRC or online DAYS Mondays

SEPTEMBER 6-630 pm Stretch ampor 630-7 pm Cardio Learn the proper way to stretch amp Increase the cardiovas-cular system OCTOBER 6-630pm Muscle Strength ampor 630-7pm Core Tone up and strengthen muscles PRICE 4=frac12 hr Sessions $24 4=1 hr Sessions $40 LOCATION Memorial Auditorium Gym Outside

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Vol-leyball League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable experience before they reach middle school and high school DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October) AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th

(2 Teams per age group if possible) PRICE $35 ( $45 Late Fee) DEADLINE Friday August 31st

COACHES MEETING Tuesday Sept 4th at 7 pm at WRC

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION) The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others their age Boys and girls will com-pete separately from one another PPK is intended to en-courage youth participation and emphasize the ldquoFUNrdquo side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age determination date is December 31 2012 DAYDATE Sunday Sept 23rd TIME 200 pm AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls) PRICE FREE LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Friday Sept 21st Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 28th

200 pm at Worden Park

HOLIDAY BALL Don‟t get bored over the holiday break

The WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other action games and fun stuff Don‟t

miss out

Christmas BREAK

Dec 19-21 amp 26-28

$2 per person 100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve Reynolds is a fourth degree black belt and has studied for years in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8 years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate practiced in the bdquoKarate Kid‟ movies Families are welcome and encouraged DAYSTIMES Saturdays 1000-1130am Tuesdays-730-930 pm DATES Session 1 September (Sept 1st-29th) Session 2 October (Oct 2nd-30th) Session 3 November (Nov 3rd-27th) Session 4 December (Dec 1st-29th) AGE 8 yrs amp up PRICE $25 a month per person -or- $40 a month per family INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds LOCATION Recreation Center MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old division and a 9-12 year old division This pro-gram is open to both boys and girls DAYSDATES Saturdays Sept 15-Oct 27 TIMES 9 am-6-8 YR 10 am-9-12 YR LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields PRICE $30 ($40 Late Fee) DEADLINE September 7th Parent Meeting September 13 730pm WRC

VOLUNTEER COACHES

Do you enjoy being a role model to kids Become a

volunteer coach The WRC is looking for coaches to help

officiate and coach basketball games Use your sports

expertise and guidance to help kids excel while gaining a

rewarding experience yourself Contact Tanner Ford at

326-3323 or tfordusd353com for more information

TAILGATING PARTY Join us for pizza and games 600 pm Friday Oct 5th before the Andale game 15 lucky students will

be selected by a random drawing school Chosen students will be issued a ticket for party

Location Sellers Park on the slab by train Price FREE For Middle School Students 15 students per grade by random drawing

Maximum 45 students

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC and and put up at the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls will be provided The two cages may be used by calling the WRC 326-3323 to set up times PRICE $1000 an hour TIME Sign up the WRC office LOCATION Armory

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goall heights are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration begins October 1st DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 5 thru end of Feb REG DEADLINE Friday Nov 2nd PRICE $35 ($45 Late Fee applies after 112) AGE DIVISONS 1st amp 2nd graders 3rd amp 4th graders 5th amp 6th graders SKILLS ASSESSMENT Sat Nov 10th

At Old Jr High 1000 AM mdash 1st-2nd grade 1200 PMmdash 3rd-6th grade COACHES MEETING Thursday Nov 8th 7 pm at WRC

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to play basketball Instruction will be given on 8‟ goals and junior size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must wear court shoes DAYSDATES Saturday Jan 5thmdashJan 26th TIME 900-1000 am AGE 5 years to Kindergarten PRICE $25 LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday Jan 4th

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Play basketball in the dark The 3 on 3 game will be played with teams of up to 5 teams may be co-ed

WHEN October 20th TIME 800 pm GRADES 9thmdash12th (FreshmanmdashSr) PRICE Teams of 3 or 4 $ 5 per person Teams of 5mdash$20 for entire team LOCATION Armory DEADLINE October 19th at 500 pm

REGISTER AT THE WRC

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL PITCHING CLINIC Join former Friends University collegiate player Hannah Shuck for this clinic Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to warm-up and are required to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals PRICE $40 one time fee paid to WRC at time of registration DEPOSIT $40 payable to Hannah Shuck at time of registration covers missed classes WEEKLY FEE $12 per class paid directly to Hannah Shuck INSTRUCTOR Hannah Shuck DAYSDATES Wednesdays beginning Sept 26th TIMES 515-815 pm with three 1 hour sessions Instructor will place students in class times and will make contact with studentsparents to give clinic schedule Begin- ners and younger aged groups will be assigned earlier times and more experienced and older aged groups will have later clinic times

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball Supervision and balls are provided DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 9thmdashMarch 3rd TIME 1230mdash330 pm AGE Middle SchoolmdashAdults PRICE $1 per person LOCATION WHS Gym

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct 1 at 630 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Mondays October 8thmdashDecember (end date depends on the number of teams) TIME Matches on 2 Courts 630 730 810 amp 900 pm AGE 16 amp Older (A waiver must be filled out and signed by a parent for

participant under the age of 18) PRICE $75 per team MIN 4 Teams LOCATION WHS Gym DEADLINE Friday September 28th

CAPTAINS MEETING Monday October 1st at 630 pm at WRC

ADULT MENrsquoS BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 6thmdashMarch TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm AGE 16 amp Older

(A wavier must be filled out and signed by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 per team LOCATION WHS Gym

MIN 4 Teams MAX 12 Teams CAPTAINS MEETING Thursday Dec 20th 7 pm

At WRC (Team rosters are due at time of meeting)

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL MENrsquoS

LEAGUE Play is set for 5 on 5 games At Captains meeting we will set dates go over rules and play The winning team will receive custom designed champion shirts DAYSDATES Sundays Sept 30th (Season depends on number of teams) TIME 200 pm PRICE $150 per team LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

CAPTAINS MEETING Sept 13th at 7 pm at WRC

Program Registration Begins

Monday August 27th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 gro-cery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put

towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other events during the Fall Fest on Sept 15th at Heritage Park page 17 2 Shoot free throws and win a turkey On Nov 11th at the Armory a team of 2 family members can compete to put food on their

table for Thanksgiving page 17 3 Ride your skate board over to the Skate Park located in Sellers Park 4 Kids ndash come ―Trick or Treat Down The Street downtown after school on Oct 31st page 16 5 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the newly renovated 9th Street Tennis Courts or Keuneke Tennis Courts 6 Dress a Bear to provide suffering children with a cozy companion The contest is free for community members page 20 7 Attend the WRC Kids ClubAfter School Program for elementary age students for free (Concessions cost extra) page 13 8 Join the Kansas Explorers Club (annual membership is $1861) and find out about cool things in the state of Kansas 9 Take the family for a hike on the Boy Scout exploration trail located at the Wellington Lake 10 Play Basketball in the dark A team of 5 High School age can play Glow Basketball at the Armory on October 20th page 9 11 Watch a WRC Adult Flag Football game page 10 12 Attend a SKKS GoKart Race at the Wellington Kart Track on October 13th or 20th 13 Log on to a computer and visit the site wwwkshsorgancestory to trace your familyrsquos Kansas lineage for free 14 Middle School Students can attend the WRC Teen Center on Tuesdays 7mdash9 pm page 13 15 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 17th at WHS 16 Kids Come to the Little Elves Party and make a special gift page 20 17 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trails at Worden Park or Century Park 18 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Memorial Auditorium on Dec 1st page 18 19 Go visit the Wellington Regent Theatre and see a good movie 20 Take your children and see a performance of ―Narnia performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Nov 9-11 the Old

Jr High auditorium page 17

ldquoThe Biggest Little Dealership in Kansasrdquo

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

GENERAL INFORMATION 2

FITNESS INFORMATION amp CLASSES 4-5

FITNESS CENTER 12 DAYS OF FITNESS 6

PERSONAL TRAINING amp YOUTH FITNESS 7

YOUTH SPORTS 8-9

YOUTH ADULT SPORTS 10

20 PROGRAMS FOR UNDER $20 11

BIRTHDAY SERVICE 12

YOUTH amp TEEN EVENTS 13

TEEN EVENTS 14

SPECIAL EVENTS 16 ndash18

LEISURE ARTS (YOUTH) 20

ADULT LEISURE ARTS 21

SPECIAL INTEREST 22-23

SENIOR CITIZENS 24

Wellington Recreation Commission 202 S Jefferson 326-3323

wwwwellingtonreccom Administrative Office Hours

Monday-Friday 830 am-500 pm Closed Weekends

Please note The Wellington Recreation Center office will be CLOSED on the following dates September 3 Labor Day November 22 amp 23 Thanksgiving December 24 amp 25 Christmas December 31 New Yearrsquos Eve January 1 New Yearrsquos Day

Mission Statement It is our mission to enhance the life of all USD 353 residents through quality recreational and leisure services that contribute to their mental social physical educational cultural

and general well being

Welcome to the 2012 Wellington Recreation Commission‟s Fall activities guide of classes programs leagues and special events

We hope that you will find an activity to enjoy for every member of your family On page 11 check out bdquo20 under $20‟20 programs and events that cost less

than $20 or are free for an entire family For the most up-to-date information regarding programs and changes in scheduling visit

our website wwwwellingtonreccom or rdquoFriendrdquo us on Facebook ldquoWellington Recreationrdquo

As alwaysndash thank you to all Wellington and area residents for your continued support as

we look forward to a bright future

Fall Program Registration Beings Monday August 27th

Remember itrsquos great to recreate and itrsquos never too late

Board of Directors Hankie Holefelder President

Matt Barton Secretary

Tamara McCue Member

Amy Jenkins Member

John Brand Member

Staff Cody White Superintendent Marcine Goodrum Asst Superintendent Tanner Ford Sports Director

Julie Wellington Administrative Manager

Crystal Dawson ProgramStaff Specialist

Debbie MurphyDebbie Zens helliphelliphellipFitness Coordinators

Maria Holverson Maintenance and Custodial

Recreation Center 202 S Jefferson 326-3323

Memorial Auditorium 208 N Washington 326-3303

Fitness Center 208 N Washington 326-3435

Elsass Annex Art Center 222 S Jefferson

McKinley Bungalow 514 N Olive

The Armory 218 S High

For Your Information Little League Football Sponsors Joe Buresh 316-293-6050

amp Paul Vargas 316-640-5488

Babe Ruth Baseball Chris Craig 326-3388

Youth Football Cheerleader Molly Craig 620-968-7197

Credit Cards Accepted For our customersrsquo convenience the Recreation Center accepts

Visa and Mastercard credit and debit cards as well as

checks and cash Checks should be made payable to the

Wellington Recreation Commission $1000 charge for NSF

checks

Refund Policy

In the case where equipment or uniforms have been ordered for

registration the cost of the equipment or uniforms will not be

refunded A complete refund will be given if the class is

cancelled by the WRC No refund will be given if persons fail

to request a refund prior to the start of the class When a refund

is issued a $300 service charge will be assessed

Program Scholarships Because some residents are unable to participate in recreation

programs due to economic hardship the WRC provides a

scholarship to reduce or waive certain fees and charges

Applicants for scholarships are not guaranteed program

registration All requests will remain confidential A limited

amount of funding is available for scholarships Please inquire

about scholarships at the WRC office

Registration Deadlines

Registration deadlines are established to give a date by which

you should be registered However registration deadlines may

be extended If you missed the deadline please call 326-3323

or see wellingtonreccom to get information on possible dead-

line extensions

Click on

wwwwellingtonreccom or visit

facebook Wellington

Recreation for easy access to

program details

changes in schedules

and program photos

REGISTRATION For your convenience there are several easy ways to

registerndash online by phone by mail (download a regis-

tration form) and in person at the rec-

reation center

The WRC accepts creditdebit

cards VISA MasterCard Dis-

cover card cash and checks

ONLINE REGISTRATION All of the programs listed in this

brochure are also listed and may

be registered for online welling-

tonreccom (click online registration)

Follow these easy instructions-

You will need a household account in order to regis-

ter online

If you do not have a household account click Re-

quest Account to set one up Follow the instructions

and remember to write your password in a secure

location so that you will not forget it

If you already have a household account click My

Account and use your password to log-in

At the Account Options window choose Activities at

the top of the page between Start and Sports or on

the left side under Other Services Register for Ac-

tivities Search and select an activity (egT-ball

Gentle Yoga) using the drop-down menu Activities

are automatically sorted by first date other options

are available by name by activity number etc

Choose the activity

On the next screen click Add To My Cart Be sure

to select the appropriate family memberrsquos name us-

ing the Participant drop-down menu To enroll

click Continue Then follow the prompts to complete

your transaction

Program Registration Begins Monday August 27th

After School Program

Big Cheese Pizza

Countryside Motors

Daylight Donut Shop

Dillons

El Chile Verde

Fabiolas

Futures Unlimited

Health Mart

H amp R Block

Helen Voran Trust Fund

Hummingbird Printing

ImpactBank

Kimball Insurance Agency

Mayfield Grocery

Mid-States Fitness Equipment

Panhandle Credit Union

SCCDAT

Security State Bank

Sumner Communications

Sumner Co Family Care Center

Sunflower Screen Printing

Susanrsquos Portrait Designs

TECT Aerospace

ZUMBA FITNESS When participants see a Zumba class in action they can‟t wait to give it a try Zumba classes feature ex-otic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and interna-tional beats Before participants know it they‟re get-ting fit and their energy levels are soaring There‟s no other fitness class like a Zumba Fitness-Party It‟s easy to do effective and totally exhilarating often building a deep-rooted community among returning students Join Certified Instructor Cindy Tracy for routines featuring aerobicfitness interval training with fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body for an incredible workout DAYS Monday amp Thursday TIME 730-830 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1018 Session 2 1022 to 1115 Session 3 1119 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

ZUMBA TONE When it comes to body sculpting Zumba Toning raises the bar (or rather the toning stick) It combines targeted body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba moves to cre-ate a calorie-torching strength-training dance fitness-party Students learn how to use lightweight maraca-like Toning Sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all their target zones including arms abs glutes and thighs Zumba Toning is the perfect way for enthusi-asts to sculpt their bodies naturally while having a total blast DAYS Mondays TIME 530-630 pm PRICE $15 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1015 Session 2 1022 to 1112 Session 3 1119 to 1210

TWO FREE weeks of Fitness classes

Mon-Thurs Sept 10th - Sept 20th Register in advance at the WRC Free classes include all classes listed on this page

HiLo Fusion and Butz amp Gutz on page 5

SUNRISE YOGA This fast-paced yoga class is designed to strengthen the body and mind through synchronized breathing and flowing movement The Vinyasa class utilizes movement as well as stretching Sadie will instruct you to move from one pose (asana) to the next on an inhale or an exhale for a great cardio workout DAYS Thursdays TIME 615mdash645 am PRICE $15 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 927 to 1018 Session 2 1025 to 1115 Session 3 1129 to 1220 (no class on 1122)

GENTLE YOGA Explore gentle movements to increase flexibility strength and well-being Students are led through stretches yoga postures and breathing practices then guided into deep relaxation with experienced Yoga Instructor Sadie Black Ideal for those with chronic pain or stress illness or injury All fitness levels welcome Leave your troubles behind wear comfortable clothing and join us for 45 minutes of revitalization DAYS Tuesdays amp Thursdays TIME 630mdash715 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 925 to 1018 Session 2 1023 to 1115 Session 3 1120 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

HILO FUSION This class is designed to challenge your body with a cardio workout and strength equipment that pro-motes lean muscle mass This fast paced strength class utilizes a wide range of equipment including kickboxing resistance bands and free weights DAYS Tuesdays amp Thursdays TIME 530mdash630 pm PRICE $30 LOCATION WRC INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CT MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 925 to 1018 Session 2 1023 to 1115 Session 3 1120 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

FITNESS COUPONS Are you one of those who would like to take a fitness class but have a crazy schedule and hate to pay for classes you missed Buy WRC Fitness Coupons Coupons are $4 each (one coupon per one 30-60 minute Fitness class listed on pages 4 amp 5) Coupons may be purchased in singles or any quantity you desire

at the Recreation Center office during office hours

BUTZ amp GUTZ This core conditioning class will focus on the front and rear of core stability using Pilates Pilates ex-ercises use the exciting combination of yoga flexibil-ity training and strength training DAYS Mondays amp Wednesdays TIME 630-715 pm PRICE $25 LOCATION WRC INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1017 Session 2 1022 to 1114 Session 3 1119 to 1217 (no class on 1121)

Membership Fees for Residents In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months Single $25 $125 $200 Family $40 $200 $320 Senior $20 $100 $160 Senior Family $30 $150 $240

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or

guardian‟s signature and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center

all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physician‟s signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between

Thanksgiving and Christmas

and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid

Fitness Center Membership

FITNESS T-SHIRT

CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

use the FC on a continuous basis

This fall sign up for the contest every

time you come to work out The last day

of the month (Sept Oct Nov amp Dec)

wersquoll have a drawing and one lucky

member will receive a FREE FC T-shirt

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jennifer Kinyon an instructor with 15 years of experience for this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Students will also be introduced to rolls handstands cart-wheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace DAY Saturdays DATE Oct13-Nov 3 DAYTIME 900-945 am AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1500 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

PERSONAL TRAINING

Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experi-ence assisting patrons with their fitness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assess-ments (Fit Tests) geared toward deter-mining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Cen-ter to schedule an appointment 326-3435 Price $25 per hoursession

SilverSneakerscopy Muscular Strength Range of Movement Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going Tues-days and Thursdays from 1030-1115 am the WRC

Floral 326-7534 Pharmacy 326-5981 Fax 326-5661

GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING After a busy summer stay active this fall so that you‟re strong lean and full of energy heading into the winter months Group Personal Training features our experienced CPT Debbie Mur-phy Available for 4-8 people Minimum per class 4 people Register through the WRC or online DAYS Mondays

SEPTEMBER 6-630 pm Stretch ampor 630-7 pm Cardio Learn the proper way to stretch amp Increase the cardiovas-cular system OCTOBER 6-630pm Muscle Strength ampor 630-7pm Core Tone up and strengthen muscles PRICE 4=frac12 hr Sessions $24 4=1 hr Sessions $40 LOCATION Memorial Auditorium Gym Outside

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Vol-leyball League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable experience before they reach middle school and high school DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October) AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th

(2 Teams per age group if possible) PRICE $35 ( $45 Late Fee) DEADLINE Friday August 31st

COACHES MEETING Tuesday Sept 4th at 7 pm at WRC

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION) The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others their age Boys and girls will com-pete separately from one another PPK is intended to en-courage youth participation and emphasize the ldquoFUNrdquo side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age determination date is December 31 2012 DAYDATE Sunday Sept 23rd TIME 200 pm AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls) PRICE FREE LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Friday Sept 21st Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 28th

200 pm at Worden Park

HOLIDAY BALL Don‟t get bored over the holiday break

The WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other action games and fun stuff Don‟t

miss out

Christmas BREAK

Dec 19-21 amp 26-28

$2 per person 100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve Reynolds is a fourth degree black belt and has studied for years in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8 years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate practiced in the bdquoKarate Kid‟ movies Families are welcome and encouraged DAYSTIMES Saturdays 1000-1130am Tuesdays-730-930 pm DATES Session 1 September (Sept 1st-29th) Session 2 October (Oct 2nd-30th) Session 3 November (Nov 3rd-27th) Session 4 December (Dec 1st-29th) AGE 8 yrs amp up PRICE $25 a month per person -or- $40 a month per family INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds LOCATION Recreation Center MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old division and a 9-12 year old division This pro-gram is open to both boys and girls DAYSDATES Saturdays Sept 15-Oct 27 TIMES 9 am-6-8 YR 10 am-9-12 YR LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields PRICE $30 ($40 Late Fee) DEADLINE September 7th Parent Meeting September 13 730pm WRC

VOLUNTEER COACHES

Do you enjoy being a role model to kids Become a

volunteer coach The WRC is looking for coaches to help

officiate and coach basketball games Use your sports

expertise and guidance to help kids excel while gaining a

rewarding experience yourself Contact Tanner Ford at

326-3323 or tfordusd353com for more information

TAILGATING PARTY Join us for pizza and games 600 pm Friday Oct 5th before the Andale game 15 lucky students will

be selected by a random drawing school Chosen students will be issued a ticket for party

Location Sellers Park on the slab by train Price FREE For Middle School Students 15 students per grade by random drawing

Maximum 45 students

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC and and put up at the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls will be provided The two cages may be used by calling the WRC 326-3323 to set up times PRICE $1000 an hour TIME Sign up the WRC office LOCATION Armory

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goall heights are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration begins October 1st DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 5 thru end of Feb REG DEADLINE Friday Nov 2nd PRICE $35 ($45 Late Fee applies after 112) AGE DIVISONS 1st amp 2nd graders 3rd amp 4th graders 5th amp 6th graders SKILLS ASSESSMENT Sat Nov 10th

At Old Jr High 1000 AM mdash 1st-2nd grade 1200 PMmdash 3rd-6th grade COACHES MEETING Thursday Nov 8th 7 pm at WRC

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to play basketball Instruction will be given on 8‟ goals and junior size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must wear court shoes DAYSDATES Saturday Jan 5thmdashJan 26th TIME 900-1000 am AGE 5 years to Kindergarten PRICE $25 LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday Jan 4th

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Play basketball in the dark The 3 on 3 game will be played with teams of up to 5 teams may be co-ed

WHEN October 20th TIME 800 pm GRADES 9thmdash12th (FreshmanmdashSr) PRICE Teams of 3 or 4 $ 5 per person Teams of 5mdash$20 for entire team LOCATION Armory DEADLINE October 19th at 500 pm

REGISTER AT THE WRC

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL PITCHING CLINIC Join former Friends University collegiate player Hannah Shuck for this clinic Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to warm-up and are required to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals PRICE $40 one time fee paid to WRC at time of registration DEPOSIT $40 payable to Hannah Shuck at time of registration covers missed classes WEEKLY FEE $12 per class paid directly to Hannah Shuck INSTRUCTOR Hannah Shuck DAYSDATES Wednesdays beginning Sept 26th TIMES 515-815 pm with three 1 hour sessions Instructor will place students in class times and will make contact with studentsparents to give clinic schedule Begin- ners and younger aged groups will be assigned earlier times and more experienced and older aged groups will have later clinic times

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball Supervision and balls are provided DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 9thmdashMarch 3rd TIME 1230mdash330 pm AGE Middle SchoolmdashAdults PRICE $1 per person LOCATION WHS Gym

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct 1 at 630 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Mondays October 8thmdashDecember (end date depends on the number of teams) TIME Matches on 2 Courts 630 730 810 amp 900 pm AGE 16 amp Older (A waiver must be filled out and signed by a parent for

participant under the age of 18) PRICE $75 per team MIN 4 Teams LOCATION WHS Gym DEADLINE Friday September 28th

CAPTAINS MEETING Monday October 1st at 630 pm at WRC

ADULT MENrsquoS BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 6thmdashMarch TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm AGE 16 amp Older

(A wavier must be filled out and signed by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 per team LOCATION WHS Gym

MIN 4 Teams MAX 12 Teams CAPTAINS MEETING Thursday Dec 20th 7 pm

At WRC (Team rosters are due at time of meeting)

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL MENrsquoS

LEAGUE Play is set for 5 on 5 games At Captains meeting we will set dates go over rules and play The winning team will receive custom designed champion shirts DAYSDATES Sundays Sept 30th (Season depends on number of teams) TIME 200 pm PRICE $150 per team LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

CAPTAINS MEETING Sept 13th at 7 pm at WRC

Program Registration Begins

Monday August 27th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 gro-cery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put

towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other events during the Fall Fest on Sept 15th at Heritage Park page 17 2 Shoot free throws and win a turkey On Nov 11th at the Armory a team of 2 family members can compete to put food on their

table for Thanksgiving page 17 3 Ride your skate board over to the Skate Park located in Sellers Park 4 Kids ndash come ―Trick or Treat Down The Street downtown after school on Oct 31st page 16 5 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the newly renovated 9th Street Tennis Courts or Keuneke Tennis Courts 6 Dress a Bear to provide suffering children with a cozy companion The contest is free for community members page 20 7 Attend the WRC Kids ClubAfter School Program for elementary age students for free (Concessions cost extra) page 13 8 Join the Kansas Explorers Club (annual membership is $1861) and find out about cool things in the state of Kansas 9 Take the family for a hike on the Boy Scout exploration trail located at the Wellington Lake 10 Play Basketball in the dark A team of 5 High School age can play Glow Basketball at the Armory on October 20th page 9 11 Watch a WRC Adult Flag Football game page 10 12 Attend a SKKS GoKart Race at the Wellington Kart Track on October 13th or 20th 13 Log on to a computer and visit the site wwwkshsorgancestory to trace your familyrsquos Kansas lineage for free 14 Middle School Students can attend the WRC Teen Center on Tuesdays 7mdash9 pm page 13 15 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 17th at WHS 16 Kids Come to the Little Elves Party and make a special gift page 20 17 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trails at Worden Park or Century Park 18 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Memorial Auditorium on Dec 1st page 18 19 Go visit the Wellington Regent Theatre and see a good movie 20 Take your children and see a performance of ―Narnia performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Nov 9-11 the Old

Jr High auditorium page 17

ldquoThe Biggest Little Dealership in Kansasrdquo

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

Board of Directors Hankie Holefelder President

Matt Barton Secretary

Tamara McCue Member

Amy Jenkins Member

John Brand Member

Staff Cody White Superintendent Marcine Goodrum Asst Superintendent Tanner Ford Sports Director

Julie Wellington Administrative Manager

Crystal Dawson ProgramStaff Specialist

Debbie MurphyDebbie Zens helliphelliphellipFitness Coordinators

Maria Holverson Maintenance and Custodial

Recreation Center 202 S Jefferson 326-3323

Memorial Auditorium 208 N Washington 326-3303

Fitness Center 208 N Washington 326-3435

Elsass Annex Art Center 222 S Jefferson

McKinley Bungalow 514 N Olive

The Armory 218 S High

For Your Information Little League Football Sponsors Joe Buresh 316-293-6050

amp Paul Vargas 316-640-5488

Babe Ruth Baseball Chris Craig 326-3388

Youth Football Cheerleader Molly Craig 620-968-7197

Credit Cards Accepted For our customersrsquo convenience the Recreation Center accepts

Visa and Mastercard credit and debit cards as well as

checks and cash Checks should be made payable to the

Wellington Recreation Commission $1000 charge for NSF

checks

Refund Policy

In the case where equipment or uniforms have been ordered for

registration the cost of the equipment or uniforms will not be

refunded A complete refund will be given if the class is

cancelled by the WRC No refund will be given if persons fail

to request a refund prior to the start of the class When a refund

is issued a $300 service charge will be assessed

Program Scholarships Because some residents are unable to participate in recreation

programs due to economic hardship the WRC provides a

scholarship to reduce or waive certain fees and charges

Applicants for scholarships are not guaranteed program

registration All requests will remain confidential A limited

amount of funding is available for scholarships Please inquire

about scholarships at the WRC office

Registration Deadlines

Registration deadlines are established to give a date by which

you should be registered However registration deadlines may

be extended If you missed the deadline please call 326-3323

or see wellingtonreccom to get information on possible dead-

line extensions

Click on

wwwwellingtonreccom or visit

facebook Wellington

Recreation for easy access to

program details

changes in schedules

and program photos

REGISTRATION For your convenience there are several easy ways to

registerndash online by phone by mail (download a regis-

tration form) and in person at the rec-

reation center

The WRC accepts creditdebit

cards VISA MasterCard Dis-

cover card cash and checks

ONLINE REGISTRATION All of the programs listed in this

brochure are also listed and may

be registered for online welling-

tonreccom (click online registration)

Follow these easy instructions-

You will need a household account in order to regis-

ter online

If you do not have a household account click Re-

quest Account to set one up Follow the instructions

and remember to write your password in a secure

location so that you will not forget it

If you already have a household account click My

Account and use your password to log-in

At the Account Options window choose Activities at

the top of the page between Start and Sports or on

the left side under Other Services Register for Ac-

tivities Search and select an activity (egT-ball

Gentle Yoga) using the drop-down menu Activities

are automatically sorted by first date other options

are available by name by activity number etc

Choose the activity

On the next screen click Add To My Cart Be sure

to select the appropriate family memberrsquos name us-

ing the Participant drop-down menu To enroll

click Continue Then follow the prompts to complete

your transaction

Program Registration Begins Monday August 27th

After School Program

Big Cheese Pizza

Countryside Motors

Daylight Donut Shop

Dillons

El Chile Verde

Fabiolas

Futures Unlimited

Health Mart

H amp R Block

Helen Voran Trust Fund

Hummingbird Printing

ImpactBank

Kimball Insurance Agency

Mayfield Grocery

Mid-States Fitness Equipment

Panhandle Credit Union

SCCDAT

Security State Bank

Sumner Communications

Sumner Co Family Care Center

Sunflower Screen Printing

Susanrsquos Portrait Designs

TECT Aerospace

ZUMBA FITNESS When participants see a Zumba class in action they can‟t wait to give it a try Zumba classes feature ex-otic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and interna-tional beats Before participants know it they‟re get-ting fit and their energy levels are soaring There‟s no other fitness class like a Zumba Fitness-Party It‟s easy to do effective and totally exhilarating often building a deep-rooted community among returning students Join Certified Instructor Cindy Tracy for routines featuring aerobicfitness interval training with fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body for an incredible workout DAYS Monday amp Thursday TIME 730-830 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1018 Session 2 1022 to 1115 Session 3 1119 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

ZUMBA TONE When it comes to body sculpting Zumba Toning raises the bar (or rather the toning stick) It combines targeted body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba moves to cre-ate a calorie-torching strength-training dance fitness-party Students learn how to use lightweight maraca-like Toning Sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all their target zones including arms abs glutes and thighs Zumba Toning is the perfect way for enthusi-asts to sculpt their bodies naturally while having a total blast DAYS Mondays TIME 530-630 pm PRICE $15 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1015 Session 2 1022 to 1112 Session 3 1119 to 1210

TWO FREE weeks of Fitness classes

Mon-Thurs Sept 10th - Sept 20th Register in advance at the WRC Free classes include all classes listed on this page

HiLo Fusion and Butz amp Gutz on page 5

SUNRISE YOGA This fast-paced yoga class is designed to strengthen the body and mind through synchronized breathing and flowing movement The Vinyasa class utilizes movement as well as stretching Sadie will instruct you to move from one pose (asana) to the next on an inhale or an exhale for a great cardio workout DAYS Thursdays TIME 615mdash645 am PRICE $15 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 927 to 1018 Session 2 1025 to 1115 Session 3 1129 to 1220 (no class on 1122)

GENTLE YOGA Explore gentle movements to increase flexibility strength and well-being Students are led through stretches yoga postures and breathing practices then guided into deep relaxation with experienced Yoga Instructor Sadie Black Ideal for those with chronic pain or stress illness or injury All fitness levels welcome Leave your troubles behind wear comfortable clothing and join us for 45 minutes of revitalization DAYS Tuesdays amp Thursdays TIME 630mdash715 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 925 to 1018 Session 2 1023 to 1115 Session 3 1120 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

HILO FUSION This class is designed to challenge your body with a cardio workout and strength equipment that pro-motes lean muscle mass This fast paced strength class utilizes a wide range of equipment including kickboxing resistance bands and free weights DAYS Tuesdays amp Thursdays TIME 530mdash630 pm PRICE $30 LOCATION WRC INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CT MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 925 to 1018 Session 2 1023 to 1115 Session 3 1120 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

FITNESS COUPONS Are you one of those who would like to take a fitness class but have a crazy schedule and hate to pay for classes you missed Buy WRC Fitness Coupons Coupons are $4 each (one coupon per one 30-60 minute Fitness class listed on pages 4 amp 5) Coupons may be purchased in singles or any quantity you desire

at the Recreation Center office during office hours

BUTZ amp GUTZ This core conditioning class will focus on the front and rear of core stability using Pilates Pilates ex-ercises use the exciting combination of yoga flexibil-ity training and strength training DAYS Mondays amp Wednesdays TIME 630-715 pm PRICE $25 LOCATION WRC INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1017 Session 2 1022 to 1114 Session 3 1119 to 1217 (no class on 1121)

Membership Fees for Residents In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months Single $25 $125 $200 Family $40 $200 $320 Senior $20 $100 $160 Senior Family $30 $150 $240

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or

guardian‟s signature and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center

all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physician‟s signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between

Thanksgiving and Christmas

and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid

Fitness Center Membership

FITNESS T-SHIRT

CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

use the FC on a continuous basis

This fall sign up for the contest every

time you come to work out The last day

of the month (Sept Oct Nov amp Dec)

wersquoll have a drawing and one lucky

member will receive a FREE FC T-shirt

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jennifer Kinyon an instructor with 15 years of experience for this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Students will also be introduced to rolls handstands cart-wheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace DAY Saturdays DATE Oct13-Nov 3 DAYTIME 900-945 am AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1500 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

PERSONAL TRAINING

Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experi-ence assisting patrons with their fitness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assess-ments (Fit Tests) geared toward deter-mining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Cen-ter to schedule an appointment 326-3435 Price $25 per hoursession

SilverSneakerscopy Muscular Strength Range of Movement Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going Tues-days and Thursdays from 1030-1115 am the WRC

Floral 326-7534 Pharmacy 326-5981 Fax 326-5661

GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING After a busy summer stay active this fall so that you‟re strong lean and full of energy heading into the winter months Group Personal Training features our experienced CPT Debbie Mur-phy Available for 4-8 people Minimum per class 4 people Register through the WRC or online DAYS Mondays

SEPTEMBER 6-630 pm Stretch ampor 630-7 pm Cardio Learn the proper way to stretch amp Increase the cardiovas-cular system OCTOBER 6-630pm Muscle Strength ampor 630-7pm Core Tone up and strengthen muscles PRICE 4=frac12 hr Sessions $24 4=1 hr Sessions $40 LOCATION Memorial Auditorium Gym Outside

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Vol-leyball League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable experience before they reach middle school and high school DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October) AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th

(2 Teams per age group if possible) PRICE $35 ( $45 Late Fee) DEADLINE Friday August 31st

COACHES MEETING Tuesday Sept 4th at 7 pm at WRC

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION) The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others their age Boys and girls will com-pete separately from one another PPK is intended to en-courage youth participation and emphasize the ldquoFUNrdquo side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age determination date is December 31 2012 DAYDATE Sunday Sept 23rd TIME 200 pm AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls) PRICE FREE LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Friday Sept 21st Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 28th

200 pm at Worden Park

HOLIDAY BALL Don‟t get bored over the holiday break

The WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other action games and fun stuff Don‟t

miss out

Christmas BREAK

Dec 19-21 amp 26-28

$2 per person 100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve Reynolds is a fourth degree black belt and has studied for years in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8 years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate practiced in the bdquoKarate Kid‟ movies Families are welcome and encouraged DAYSTIMES Saturdays 1000-1130am Tuesdays-730-930 pm DATES Session 1 September (Sept 1st-29th) Session 2 October (Oct 2nd-30th) Session 3 November (Nov 3rd-27th) Session 4 December (Dec 1st-29th) AGE 8 yrs amp up PRICE $25 a month per person -or- $40 a month per family INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds LOCATION Recreation Center MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old division and a 9-12 year old division This pro-gram is open to both boys and girls DAYSDATES Saturdays Sept 15-Oct 27 TIMES 9 am-6-8 YR 10 am-9-12 YR LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields PRICE $30 ($40 Late Fee) DEADLINE September 7th Parent Meeting September 13 730pm WRC

VOLUNTEER COACHES

Do you enjoy being a role model to kids Become a

volunteer coach The WRC is looking for coaches to help

officiate and coach basketball games Use your sports

expertise and guidance to help kids excel while gaining a

rewarding experience yourself Contact Tanner Ford at

326-3323 or tfordusd353com for more information

TAILGATING PARTY Join us for pizza and games 600 pm Friday Oct 5th before the Andale game 15 lucky students will

be selected by a random drawing school Chosen students will be issued a ticket for party

Location Sellers Park on the slab by train Price FREE For Middle School Students 15 students per grade by random drawing

Maximum 45 students

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC and and put up at the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls will be provided The two cages may be used by calling the WRC 326-3323 to set up times PRICE $1000 an hour TIME Sign up the WRC office LOCATION Armory

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goall heights are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration begins October 1st DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 5 thru end of Feb REG DEADLINE Friday Nov 2nd PRICE $35 ($45 Late Fee applies after 112) AGE DIVISONS 1st amp 2nd graders 3rd amp 4th graders 5th amp 6th graders SKILLS ASSESSMENT Sat Nov 10th

At Old Jr High 1000 AM mdash 1st-2nd grade 1200 PMmdash 3rd-6th grade COACHES MEETING Thursday Nov 8th 7 pm at WRC

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to play basketball Instruction will be given on 8‟ goals and junior size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must wear court shoes DAYSDATES Saturday Jan 5thmdashJan 26th TIME 900-1000 am AGE 5 years to Kindergarten PRICE $25 LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday Jan 4th

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Play basketball in the dark The 3 on 3 game will be played with teams of up to 5 teams may be co-ed

WHEN October 20th TIME 800 pm GRADES 9thmdash12th (FreshmanmdashSr) PRICE Teams of 3 or 4 $ 5 per person Teams of 5mdash$20 for entire team LOCATION Armory DEADLINE October 19th at 500 pm

REGISTER AT THE WRC

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL PITCHING CLINIC Join former Friends University collegiate player Hannah Shuck for this clinic Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to warm-up and are required to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals PRICE $40 one time fee paid to WRC at time of registration DEPOSIT $40 payable to Hannah Shuck at time of registration covers missed classes WEEKLY FEE $12 per class paid directly to Hannah Shuck INSTRUCTOR Hannah Shuck DAYSDATES Wednesdays beginning Sept 26th TIMES 515-815 pm with three 1 hour sessions Instructor will place students in class times and will make contact with studentsparents to give clinic schedule Begin- ners and younger aged groups will be assigned earlier times and more experienced and older aged groups will have later clinic times

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball Supervision and balls are provided DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 9thmdashMarch 3rd TIME 1230mdash330 pm AGE Middle SchoolmdashAdults PRICE $1 per person LOCATION WHS Gym

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct 1 at 630 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Mondays October 8thmdashDecember (end date depends on the number of teams) TIME Matches on 2 Courts 630 730 810 amp 900 pm AGE 16 amp Older (A waiver must be filled out and signed by a parent for

participant under the age of 18) PRICE $75 per team MIN 4 Teams LOCATION WHS Gym DEADLINE Friday September 28th

CAPTAINS MEETING Monday October 1st at 630 pm at WRC

ADULT MENrsquoS BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 6thmdashMarch TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm AGE 16 amp Older

(A wavier must be filled out and signed by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 per team LOCATION WHS Gym

MIN 4 Teams MAX 12 Teams CAPTAINS MEETING Thursday Dec 20th 7 pm

At WRC (Team rosters are due at time of meeting)

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL MENrsquoS

LEAGUE Play is set for 5 on 5 games At Captains meeting we will set dates go over rules and play The winning team will receive custom designed champion shirts DAYSDATES Sundays Sept 30th (Season depends on number of teams) TIME 200 pm PRICE $150 per team LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

CAPTAINS MEETING Sept 13th at 7 pm at WRC

Program Registration Begins

Monday August 27th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 gro-cery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put

towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other events during the Fall Fest on Sept 15th at Heritage Park page 17 2 Shoot free throws and win a turkey On Nov 11th at the Armory a team of 2 family members can compete to put food on their

table for Thanksgiving page 17 3 Ride your skate board over to the Skate Park located in Sellers Park 4 Kids ndash come ―Trick or Treat Down The Street downtown after school on Oct 31st page 16 5 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the newly renovated 9th Street Tennis Courts or Keuneke Tennis Courts 6 Dress a Bear to provide suffering children with a cozy companion The contest is free for community members page 20 7 Attend the WRC Kids ClubAfter School Program for elementary age students for free (Concessions cost extra) page 13 8 Join the Kansas Explorers Club (annual membership is $1861) and find out about cool things in the state of Kansas 9 Take the family for a hike on the Boy Scout exploration trail located at the Wellington Lake 10 Play Basketball in the dark A team of 5 High School age can play Glow Basketball at the Armory on October 20th page 9 11 Watch a WRC Adult Flag Football game page 10 12 Attend a SKKS GoKart Race at the Wellington Kart Track on October 13th or 20th 13 Log on to a computer and visit the site wwwkshsorgancestory to trace your familyrsquos Kansas lineage for free 14 Middle School Students can attend the WRC Teen Center on Tuesdays 7mdash9 pm page 13 15 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 17th at WHS 16 Kids Come to the Little Elves Party and make a special gift page 20 17 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trails at Worden Park or Century Park 18 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Memorial Auditorium on Dec 1st page 18 19 Go visit the Wellington Regent Theatre and see a good movie 20 Take your children and see a performance of ―Narnia performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Nov 9-11 the Old

Jr High auditorium page 17

ldquoThe Biggest Little Dealership in Kansasrdquo

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

Program Registration Begins Monday August 27th

After School Program

Big Cheese Pizza

Countryside Motors

Daylight Donut Shop

Dillons

El Chile Verde

Fabiolas

Futures Unlimited

Health Mart

H amp R Block

Helen Voran Trust Fund

Hummingbird Printing

ImpactBank

Kimball Insurance Agency

Mayfield Grocery

Mid-States Fitness Equipment

Panhandle Credit Union

SCCDAT

Security State Bank

Sumner Communications

Sumner Co Family Care Center

Sunflower Screen Printing

Susanrsquos Portrait Designs

TECT Aerospace

ZUMBA FITNESS When participants see a Zumba class in action they can‟t wait to give it a try Zumba classes feature ex-otic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and interna-tional beats Before participants know it they‟re get-ting fit and their energy levels are soaring There‟s no other fitness class like a Zumba Fitness-Party It‟s easy to do effective and totally exhilarating often building a deep-rooted community among returning students Join Certified Instructor Cindy Tracy for routines featuring aerobicfitness interval training with fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body for an incredible workout DAYS Monday amp Thursday TIME 730-830 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1018 Session 2 1022 to 1115 Session 3 1119 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

ZUMBA TONE When it comes to body sculpting Zumba Toning raises the bar (or rather the toning stick) It combines targeted body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba moves to cre-ate a calorie-torching strength-training dance fitness-party Students learn how to use lightweight maraca-like Toning Sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all their target zones including arms abs glutes and thighs Zumba Toning is the perfect way for enthusi-asts to sculpt their bodies naturally while having a total blast DAYS Mondays TIME 530-630 pm PRICE $15 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1015 Session 2 1022 to 1112 Session 3 1119 to 1210

TWO FREE weeks of Fitness classes

Mon-Thurs Sept 10th - Sept 20th Register in advance at the WRC Free classes include all classes listed on this page

HiLo Fusion and Butz amp Gutz on page 5

SUNRISE YOGA This fast-paced yoga class is designed to strengthen the body and mind through synchronized breathing and flowing movement The Vinyasa class utilizes movement as well as stretching Sadie will instruct you to move from one pose (asana) to the next on an inhale or an exhale for a great cardio workout DAYS Thursdays TIME 615mdash645 am PRICE $15 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 927 to 1018 Session 2 1025 to 1115 Session 3 1129 to 1220 (no class on 1122)

GENTLE YOGA Explore gentle movements to increase flexibility strength and well-being Students are led through stretches yoga postures and breathing practices then guided into deep relaxation with experienced Yoga Instructor Sadie Black Ideal for those with chronic pain or stress illness or injury All fitness levels welcome Leave your troubles behind wear comfortable clothing and join us for 45 minutes of revitalization DAYS Tuesdays amp Thursdays TIME 630mdash715 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 925 to 1018 Session 2 1023 to 1115 Session 3 1120 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

HILO FUSION This class is designed to challenge your body with a cardio workout and strength equipment that pro-motes lean muscle mass This fast paced strength class utilizes a wide range of equipment including kickboxing resistance bands and free weights DAYS Tuesdays amp Thursdays TIME 530mdash630 pm PRICE $30 LOCATION WRC INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CT MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 925 to 1018 Session 2 1023 to 1115 Session 3 1120 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

FITNESS COUPONS Are you one of those who would like to take a fitness class but have a crazy schedule and hate to pay for classes you missed Buy WRC Fitness Coupons Coupons are $4 each (one coupon per one 30-60 minute Fitness class listed on pages 4 amp 5) Coupons may be purchased in singles or any quantity you desire

at the Recreation Center office during office hours

BUTZ amp GUTZ This core conditioning class will focus on the front and rear of core stability using Pilates Pilates ex-ercises use the exciting combination of yoga flexibil-ity training and strength training DAYS Mondays amp Wednesdays TIME 630-715 pm PRICE $25 LOCATION WRC INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1017 Session 2 1022 to 1114 Session 3 1119 to 1217 (no class on 1121)

Membership Fees for Residents In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months Single $25 $125 $200 Family $40 $200 $320 Senior $20 $100 $160 Senior Family $30 $150 $240

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or

guardian‟s signature and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center

all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physician‟s signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between

Thanksgiving and Christmas

and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid

Fitness Center Membership

FITNESS T-SHIRT

CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

use the FC on a continuous basis

This fall sign up for the contest every

time you come to work out The last day

of the month (Sept Oct Nov amp Dec)

wersquoll have a drawing and one lucky

member will receive a FREE FC T-shirt

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jennifer Kinyon an instructor with 15 years of experience for this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Students will also be introduced to rolls handstands cart-wheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace DAY Saturdays DATE Oct13-Nov 3 DAYTIME 900-945 am AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1500 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

PERSONAL TRAINING

Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experi-ence assisting patrons with their fitness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assess-ments (Fit Tests) geared toward deter-mining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Cen-ter to schedule an appointment 326-3435 Price $25 per hoursession

SilverSneakerscopy Muscular Strength Range of Movement Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going Tues-days and Thursdays from 1030-1115 am the WRC

Floral 326-7534 Pharmacy 326-5981 Fax 326-5661

GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING After a busy summer stay active this fall so that you‟re strong lean and full of energy heading into the winter months Group Personal Training features our experienced CPT Debbie Mur-phy Available for 4-8 people Minimum per class 4 people Register through the WRC or online DAYS Mondays

SEPTEMBER 6-630 pm Stretch ampor 630-7 pm Cardio Learn the proper way to stretch amp Increase the cardiovas-cular system OCTOBER 6-630pm Muscle Strength ampor 630-7pm Core Tone up and strengthen muscles PRICE 4=frac12 hr Sessions $24 4=1 hr Sessions $40 LOCATION Memorial Auditorium Gym Outside

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Vol-leyball League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable experience before they reach middle school and high school DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October) AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th

(2 Teams per age group if possible) PRICE $35 ( $45 Late Fee) DEADLINE Friday August 31st

COACHES MEETING Tuesday Sept 4th at 7 pm at WRC

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION) The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others their age Boys and girls will com-pete separately from one another PPK is intended to en-courage youth participation and emphasize the ldquoFUNrdquo side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age determination date is December 31 2012 DAYDATE Sunday Sept 23rd TIME 200 pm AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls) PRICE FREE LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Friday Sept 21st Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 28th

200 pm at Worden Park

HOLIDAY BALL Don‟t get bored over the holiday break

The WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other action games and fun stuff Don‟t

miss out

Christmas BREAK

Dec 19-21 amp 26-28

$2 per person 100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve Reynolds is a fourth degree black belt and has studied for years in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8 years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate practiced in the bdquoKarate Kid‟ movies Families are welcome and encouraged DAYSTIMES Saturdays 1000-1130am Tuesdays-730-930 pm DATES Session 1 September (Sept 1st-29th) Session 2 October (Oct 2nd-30th) Session 3 November (Nov 3rd-27th) Session 4 December (Dec 1st-29th) AGE 8 yrs amp up PRICE $25 a month per person -or- $40 a month per family INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds LOCATION Recreation Center MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old division and a 9-12 year old division This pro-gram is open to both boys and girls DAYSDATES Saturdays Sept 15-Oct 27 TIMES 9 am-6-8 YR 10 am-9-12 YR LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields PRICE $30 ($40 Late Fee) DEADLINE September 7th Parent Meeting September 13 730pm WRC

VOLUNTEER COACHES

Do you enjoy being a role model to kids Become a

volunteer coach The WRC is looking for coaches to help

officiate and coach basketball games Use your sports

expertise and guidance to help kids excel while gaining a

rewarding experience yourself Contact Tanner Ford at

326-3323 or tfordusd353com for more information

TAILGATING PARTY Join us for pizza and games 600 pm Friday Oct 5th before the Andale game 15 lucky students will

be selected by a random drawing school Chosen students will be issued a ticket for party

Location Sellers Park on the slab by train Price FREE For Middle School Students 15 students per grade by random drawing

Maximum 45 students

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC and and put up at the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls will be provided The two cages may be used by calling the WRC 326-3323 to set up times PRICE $1000 an hour TIME Sign up the WRC office LOCATION Armory

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goall heights are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration begins October 1st DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 5 thru end of Feb REG DEADLINE Friday Nov 2nd PRICE $35 ($45 Late Fee applies after 112) AGE DIVISONS 1st amp 2nd graders 3rd amp 4th graders 5th amp 6th graders SKILLS ASSESSMENT Sat Nov 10th

At Old Jr High 1000 AM mdash 1st-2nd grade 1200 PMmdash 3rd-6th grade COACHES MEETING Thursday Nov 8th 7 pm at WRC

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to play basketball Instruction will be given on 8‟ goals and junior size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must wear court shoes DAYSDATES Saturday Jan 5thmdashJan 26th TIME 900-1000 am AGE 5 years to Kindergarten PRICE $25 LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday Jan 4th

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Play basketball in the dark The 3 on 3 game will be played with teams of up to 5 teams may be co-ed

WHEN October 20th TIME 800 pm GRADES 9thmdash12th (FreshmanmdashSr) PRICE Teams of 3 or 4 $ 5 per person Teams of 5mdash$20 for entire team LOCATION Armory DEADLINE October 19th at 500 pm

REGISTER AT THE WRC

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL PITCHING CLINIC Join former Friends University collegiate player Hannah Shuck for this clinic Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to warm-up and are required to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals PRICE $40 one time fee paid to WRC at time of registration DEPOSIT $40 payable to Hannah Shuck at time of registration covers missed classes WEEKLY FEE $12 per class paid directly to Hannah Shuck INSTRUCTOR Hannah Shuck DAYSDATES Wednesdays beginning Sept 26th TIMES 515-815 pm with three 1 hour sessions Instructor will place students in class times and will make contact with studentsparents to give clinic schedule Begin- ners and younger aged groups will be assigned earlier times and more experienced and older aged groups will have later clinic times

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball Supervision and balls are provided DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 9thmdashMarch 3rd TIME 1230mdash330 pm AGE Middle SchoolmdashAdults PRICE $1 per person LOCATION WHS Gym

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct 1 at 630 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Mondays October 8thmdashDecember (end date depends on the number of teams) TIME Matches on 2 Courts 630 730 810 amp 900 pm AGE 16 amp Older (A waiver must be filled out and signed by a parent for

participant under the age of 18) PRICE $75 per team MIN 4 Teams LOCATION WHS Gym DEADLINE Friday September 28th

CAPTAINS MEETING Monday October 1st at 630 pm at WRC

ADULT MENrsquoS BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 6thmdashMarch TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm AGE 16 amp Older

(A wavier must be filled out and signed by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 per team LOCATION WHS Gym

MIN 4 Teams MAX 12 Teams CAPTAINS MEETING Thursday Dec 20th 7 pm

At WRC (Team rosters are due at time of meeting)

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL MENrsquoS

LEAGUE Play is set for 5 on 5 games At Captains meeting we will set dates go over rules and play The winning team will receive custom designed champion shirts DAYSDATES Sundays Sept 30th (Season depends on number of teams) TIME 200 pm PRICE $150 per team LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

CAPTAINS MEETING Sept 13th at 7 pm at WRC

Program Registration Begins

Monday August 27th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 gro-cery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put

towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other events during the Fall Fest on Sept 15th at Heritage Park page 17 2 Shoot free throws and win a turkey On Nov 11th at the Armory a team of 2 family members can compete to put food on their

table for Thanksgiving page 17 3 Ride your skate board over to the Skate Park located in Sellers Park 4 Kids ndash come ―Trick or Treat Down The Street downtown after school on Oct 31st page 16 5 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the newly renovated 9th Street Tennis Courts or Keuneke Tennis Courts 6 Dress a Bear to provide suffering children with a cozy companion The contest is free for community members page 20 7 Attend the WRC Kids ClubAfter School Program for elementary age students for free (Concessions cost extra) page 13 8 Join the Kansas Explorers Club (annual membership is $1861) and find out about cool things in the state of Kansas 9 Take the family for a hike on the Boy Scout exploration trail located at the Wellington Lake 10 Play Basketball in the dark A team of 5 High School age can play Glow Basketball at the Armory on October 20th page 9 11 Watch a WRC Adult Flag Football game page 10 12 Attend a SKKS GoKart Race at the Wellington Kart Track on October 13th or 20th 13 Log on to a computer and visit the site wwwkshsorgancestory to trace your familyrsquos Kansas lineage for free 14 Middle School Students can attend the WRC Teen Center on Tuesdays 7mdash9 pm page 13 15 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 17th at WHS 16 Kids Come to the Little Elves Party and make a special gift page 20 17 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trails at Worden Park or Century Park 18 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Memorial Auditorium on Dec 1st page 18 19 Go visit the Wellington Regent Theatre and see a good movie 20 Take your children and see a performance of ―Narnia performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Nov 9-11 the Old

Jr High auditorium page 17

ldquoThe Biggest Little Dealership in Kansasrdquo

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

ZUMBA FITNESS When participants see a Zumba class in action they can‟t wait to give it a try Zumba classes feature ex-otic rhythms set to high-energy Latin and interna-tional beats Before participants know it they‟re get-ting fit and their energy levels are soaring There‟s no other fitness class like a Zumba Fitness-Party It‟s easy to do effective and totally exhilarating often building a deep-rooted community among returning students Join Certified Instructor Cindy Tracy for routines featuring aerobicfitness interval training with fast and slow rhythms that tone and sculpt the body for an incredible workout DAYS Monday amp Thursday TIME 730-830 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1018 Session 2 1022 to 1115 Session 3 1119 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

ZUMBA TONE When it comes to body sculpting Zumba Toning raises the bar (or rather the toning stick) It combines targeted body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work with Latin-infused Zumba moves to cre-ate a calorie-torching strength-training dance fitness-party Students learn how to use lightweight maraca-like Toning Sticks to enhance rhythm and tone all their target zones including arms abs glutes and thighs Zumba Toning is the perfect way for enthusi-asts to sculpt their bodies naturally while having a total blast DAYS Mondays TIME 530-630 pm PRICE $15 INSTRUCTOR Cindy Tracy CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1015 Session 2 1022 to 1112 Session 3 1119 to 1210

TWO FREE weeks of Fitness classes

Mon-Thurs Sept 10th - Sept 20th Register in advance at the WRC Free classes include all classes listed on this page

HiLo Fusion and Butz amp Gutz on page 5

SUNRISE YOGA This fast-paced yoga class is designed to strengthen the body and mind through synchronized breathing and flowing movement The Vinyasa class utilizes movement as well as stretching Sadie will instruct you to move from one pose (asana) to the next on an inhale or an exhale for a great cardio workout DAYS Thursdays TIME 615mdash645 am PRICE $15 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 927 to 1018 Session 2 1025 to 1115 Session 3 1129 to 1220 (no class on 1122)

GENTLE YOGA Explore gentle movements to increase flexibility strength and well-being Students are led through stretches yoga postures and breathing practices then guided into deep relaxation with experienced Yoga Instructor Sadie Black Ideal for those with chronic pain or stress illness or injury All fitness levels welcome Leave your troubles behind wear comfortable clothing and join us for 45 minutes of revitalization DAYS Tuesdays amp Thursdays TIME 630mdash715 pm PRICE $25 INSTRUCTOR Sadie Black CT LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 925 to 1018 Session 2 1023 to 1115 Session 3 1120 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

HILO FUSION This class is designed to challenge your body with a cardio workout and strength equipment that pro-motes lean muscle mass This fast paced strength class utilizes a wide range of equipment including kickboxing resistance bands and free weights DAYS Tuesdays amp Thursdays TIME 530mdash630 pm PRICE $30 LOCATION WRC INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CT MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 925 to 1018 Session 2 1023 to 1115 Session 3 1120 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

FITNESS COUPONS Are you one of those who would like to take a fitness class but have a crazy schedule and hate to pay for classes you missed Buy WRC Fitness Coupons Coupons are $4 each (one coupon per one 30-60 minute Fitness class listed on pages 4 amp 5) Coupons may be purchased in singles or any quantity you desire

at the Recreation Center office during office hours

BUTZ amp GUTZ This core conditioning class will focus on the front and rear of core stability using Pilates Pilates ex-ercises use the exciting combination of yoga flexibil-ity training and strength training DAYS Mondays amp Wednesdays TIME 630-715 pm PRICE $25 LOCATION WRC INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1017 Session 2 1022 to 1114 Session 3 1119 to 1217 (no class on 1121)

Membership Fees for Residents In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months Single $25 $125 $200 Family $40 $200 $320 Senior $20 $100 $160 Senior Family $30 $150 $240

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or

guardian‟s signature and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center

all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physician‟s signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between

Thanksgiving and Christmas

and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid

Fitness Center Membership

FITNESS T-SHIRT

CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

use the FC on a continuous basis

This fall sign up for the contest every

time you come to work out The last day

of the month (Sept Oct Nov amp Dec)

wersquoll have a drawing and one lucky

member will receive a FREE FC T-shirt

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jennifer Kinyon an instructor with 15 years of experience for this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Students will also be introduced to rolls handstands cart-wheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace DAY Saturdays DATE Oct13-Nov 3 DAYTIME 900-945 am AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1500 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

PERSONAL TRAINING

Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experi-ence assisting patrons with their fitness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assess-ments (Fit Tests) geared toward deter-mining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Cen-ter to schedule an appointment 326-3435 Price $25 per hoursession

SilverSneakerscopy Muscular Strength Range of Movement Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going Tues-days and Thursdays from 1030-1115 am the WRC

Floral 326-7534 Pharmacy 326-5981 Fax 326-5661

GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING After a busy summer stay active this fall so that you‟re strong lean and full of energy heading into the winter months Group Personal Training features our experienced CPT Debbie Mur-phy Available for 4-8 people Minimum per class 4 people Register through the WRC or online DAYS Mondays

SEPTEMBER 6-630 pm Stretch ampor 630-7 pm Cardio Learn the proper way to stretch amp Increase the cardiovas-cular system OCTOBER 6-630pm Muscle Strength ampor 630-7pm Core Tone up and strengthen muscles PRICE 4=frac12 hr Sessions $24 4=1 hr Sessions $40 LOCATION Memorial Auditorium Gym Outside

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Vol-leyball League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable experience before they reach middle school and high school DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October) AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th

(2 Teams per age group if possible) PRICE $35 ( $45 Late Fee) DEADLINE Friday August 31st

COACHES MEETING Tuesday Sept 4th at 7 pm at WRC

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION) The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others their age Boys and girls will com-pete separately from one another PPK is intended to en-courage youth participation and emphasize the ldquoFUNrdquo side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age determination date is December 31 2012 DAYDATE Sunday Sept 23rd TIME 200 pm AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls) PRICE FREE LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Friday Sept 21st Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 28th

200 pm at Worden Park

HOLIDAY BALL Don‟t get bored over the holiday break

The WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other action games and fun stuff Don‟t

miss out

Christmas BREAK

Dec 19-21 amp 26-28

$2 per person 100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve Reynolds is a fourth degree black belt and has studied for years in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8 years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate practiced in the bdquoKarate Kid‟ movies Families are welcome and encouraged DAYSTIMES Saturdays 1000-1130am Tuesdays-730-930 pm DATES Session 1 September (Sept 1st-29th) Session 2 October (Oct 2nd-30th) Session 3 November (Nov 3rd-27th) Session 4 December (Dec 1st-29th) AGE 8 yrs amp up PRICE $25 a month per person -or- $40 a month per family INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds LOCATION Recreation Center MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old division and a 9-12 year old division This pro-gram is open to both boys and girls DAYSDATES Saturdays Sept 15-Oct 27 TIMES 9 am-6-8 YR 10 am-9-12 YR LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields PRICE $30 ($40 Late Fee) DEADLINE September 7th Parent Meeting September 13 730pm WRC

VOLUNTEER COACHES

Do you enjoy being a role model to kids Become a

volunteer coach The WRC is looking for coaches to help

officiate and coach basketball games Use your sports

expertise and guidance to help kids excel while gaining a

rewarding experience yourself Contact Tanner Ford at

326-3323 or tfordusd353com for more information

TAILGATING PARTY Join us for pizza and games 600 pm Friday Oct 5th before the Andale game 15 lucky students will

be selected by a random drawing school Chosen students will be issued a ticket for party

Location Sellers Park on the slab by train Price FREE For Middle School Students 15 students per grade by random drawing

Maximum 45 students

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC and and put up at the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls will be provided The two cages may be used by calling the WRC 326-3323 to set up times PRICE $1000 an hour TIME Sign up the WRC office LOCATION Armory

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goall heights are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration begins October 1st DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 5 thru end of Feb REG DEADLINE Friday Nov 2nd PRICE $35 ($45 Late Fee applies after 112) AGE DIVISONS 1st amp 2nd graders 3rd amp 4th graders 5th amp 6th graders SKILLS ASSESSMENT Sat Nov 10th

At Old Jr High 1000 AM mdash 1st-2nd grade 1200 PMmdash 3rd-6th grade COACHES MEETING Thursday Nov 8th 7 pm at WRC

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to play basketball Instruction will be given on 8‟ goals and junior size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must wear court shoes DAYSDATES Saturday Jan 5thmdashJan 26th TIME 900-1000 am AGE 5 years to Kindergarten PRICE $25 LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday Jan 4th

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Play basketball in the dark The 3 on 3 game will be played with teams of up to 5 teams may be co-ed

WHEN October 20th TIME 800 pm GRADES 9thmdash12th (FreshmanmdashSr) PRICE Teams of 3 or 4 $ 5 per person Teams of 5mdash$20 for entire team LOCATION Armory DEADLINE October 19th at 500 pm

REGISTER AT THE WRC

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL PITCHING CLINIC Join former Friends University collegiate player Hannah Shuck for this clinic Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to warm-up and are required to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals PRICE $40 one time fee paid to WRC at time of registration DEPOSIT $40 payable to Hannah Shuck at time of registration covers missed classes WEEKLY FEE $12 per class paid directly to Hannah Shuck INSTRUCTOR Hannah Shuck DAYSDATES Wednesdays beginning Sept 26th TIMES 515-815 pm with three 1 hour sessions Instructor will place students in class times and will make contact with studentsparents to give clinic schedule Begin- ners and younger aged groups will be assigned earlier times and more experienced and older aged groups will have later clinic times

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball Supervision and balls are provided DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 9thmdashMarch 3rd TIME 1230mdash330 pm AGE Middle SchoolmdashAdults PRICE $1 per person LOCATION WHS Gym

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct 1 at 630 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Mondays October 8thmdashDecember (end date depends on the number of teams) TIME Matches on 2 Courts 630 730 810 amp 900 pm AGE 16 amp Older (A waiver must be filled out and signed by a parent for

participant under the age of 18) PRICE $75 per team MIN 4 Teams LOCATION WHS Gym DEADLINE Friday September 28th

CAPTAINS MEETING Monday October 1st at 630 pm at WRC

ADULT MENrsquoS BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 6thmdashMarch TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm AGE 16 amp Older

(A wavier must be filled out and signed by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 per team LOCATION WHS Gym

MIN 4 Teams MAX 12 Teams CAPTAINS MEETING Thursday Dec 20th 7 pm

At WRC (Team rosters are due at time of meeting)

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL MENrsquoS

LEAGUE Play is set for 5 on 5 games At Captains meeting we will set dates go over rules and play The winning team will receive custom designed champion shirts DAYSDATES Sundays Sept 30th (Season depends on number of teams) TIME 200 pm PRICE $150 per team LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

CAPTAINS MEETING Sept 13th at 7 pm at WRC

Program Registration Begins

Monday August 27th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 gro-cery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put

towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other events during the Fall Fest on Sept 15th at Heritage Park page 17 2 Shoot free throws and win a turkey On Nov 11th at the Armory a team of 2 family members can compete to put food on their

table for Thanksgiving page 17 3 Ride your skate board over to the Skate Park located in Sellers Park 4 Kids ndash come ―Trick or Treat Down The Street downtown after school on Oct 31st page 16 5 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the newly renovated 9th Street Tennis Courts or Keuneke Tennis Courts 6 Dress a Bear to provide suffering children with a cozy companion The contest is free for community members page 20 7 Attend the WRC Kids ClubAfter School Program for elementary age students for free (Concessions cost extra) page 13 8 Join the Kansas Explorers Club (annual membership is $1861) and find out about cool things in the state of Kansas 9 Take the family for a hike on the Boy Scout exploration trail located at the Wellington Lake 10 Play Basketball in the dark A team of 5 High School age can play Glow Basketball at the Armory on October 20th page 9 11 Watch a WRC Adult Flag Football game page 10 12 Attend a SKKS GoKart Race at the Wellington Kart Track on October 13th or 20th 13 Log on to a computer and visit the site wwwkshsorgancestory to trace your familyrsquos Kansas lineage for free 14 Middle School Students can attend the WRC Teen Center on Tuesdays 7mdash9 pm page 13 15 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 17th at WHS 16 Kids Come to the Little Elves Party and make a special gift page 20 17 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trails at Worden Park or Century Park 18 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Memorial Auditorium on Dec 1st page 18 19 Go visit the Wellington Regent Theatre and see a good movie 20 Take your children and see a performance of ―Narnia performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Nov 9-11 the Old

Jr High auditorium page 17

ldquoThe Biggest Little Dealership in Kansasrdquo

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

HILO FUSION This class is designed to challenge your body with a cardio workout and strength equipment that pro-motes lean muscle mass This fast paced strength class utilizes a wide range of equipment including kickboxing resistance bands and free weights DAYS Tuesdays amp Thursdays TIME 530mdash630 pm PRICE $30 LOCATION WRC INSTRUCTOR Debbie Murphy CT MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 25 Session 1 925 to 1018 Session 2 1023 to 1115 Session 3 1120 to 1217 (no class on 1122)

FITNESS COUPONS Are you one of those who would like to take a fitness class but have a crazy schedule and hate to pay for classes you missed Buy WRC Fitness Coupons Coupons are $4 each (one coupon per one 30-60 minute Fitness class listed on pages 4 amp 5) Coupons may be purchased in singles or any quantity you desire

at the Recreation Center office during office hours

BUTZ amp GUTZ This core conditioning class will focus on the front and rear of core stability using Pilates Pilates ex-ercises use the exciting combination of yoga flexibil-ity training and strength training DAYS Mondays amp Wednesdays TIME 630-715 pm PRICE $25 LOCATION WRC INSTRUCTOR Crystal Dawson LOCATION WRC MINIMUM 7 MAXIMUM 16 Session 1 924 to 1017 Session 2 1022 to 1114 Session 3 1119 to 1217 (no class on 1121)

Membership Fees for Residents In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months Single $25 $125 $200 Family $40 $200 $320 Senior $20 $100 $160 Senior Family $30 $150 $240

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or

guardian‟s signature and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center

all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physician‟s signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between

Thanksgiving and Christmas

and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid

Fitness Center Membership

FITNESS T-SHIRT

CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

use the FC on a continuous basis

This fall sign up for the contest every

time you come to work out The last day

of the month (Sept Oct Nov amp Dec)

wersquoll have a drawing and one lucky

member will receive a FREE FC T-shirt

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jennifer Kinyon an instructor with 15 years of experience for this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Students will also be introduced to rolls handstands cart-wheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace DAY Saturdays DATE Oct13-Nov 3 DAYTIME 900-945 am AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1500 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

PERSONAL TRAINING

Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experi-ence assisting patrons with their fitness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assess-ments (Fit Tests) geared toward deter-mining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Cen-ter to schedule an appointment 326-3435 Price $25 per hoursession

SilverSneakerscopy Muscular Strength Range of Movement Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going Tues-days and Thursdays from 1030-1115 am the WRC

Floral 326-7534 Pharmacy 326-5981 Fax 326-5661

GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING After a busy summer stay active this fall so that you‟re strong lean and full of energy heading into the winter months Group Personal Training features our experienced CPT Debbie Mur-phy Available for 4-8 people Minimum per class 4 people Register through the WRC or online DAYS Mondays

SEPTEMBER 6-630 pm Stretch ampor 630-7 pm Cardio Learn the proper way to stretch amp Increase the cardiovas-cular system OCTOBER 6-630pm Muscle Strength ampor 630-7pm Core Tone up and strengthen muscles PRICE 4=frac12 hr Sessions $24 4=1 hr Sessions $40 LOCATION Memorial Auditorium Gym Outside

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Vol-leyball League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable experience before they reach middle school and high school DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October) AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th

(2 Teams per age group if possible) PRICE $35 ( $45 Late Fee) DEADLINE Friday August 31st

COACHES MEETING Tuesday Sept 4th at 7 pm at WRC

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION) The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others their age Boys and girls will com-pete separately from one another PPK is intended to en-courage youth participation and emphasize the ldquoFUNrdquo side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age determination date is December 31 2012 DAYDATE Sunday Sept 23rd TIME 200 pm AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls) PRICE FREE LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Friday Sept 21st Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 28th

200 pm at Worden Park

HOLIDAY BALL Don‟t get bored over the holiday break

The WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other action games and fun stuff Don‟t

miss out

Christmas BREAK

Dec 19-21 amp 26-28

$2 per person 100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve Reynolds is a fourth degree black belt and has studied for years in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8 years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate practiced in the bdquoKarate Kid‟ movies Families are welcome and encouraged DAYSTIMES Saturdays 1000-1130am Tuesdays-730-930 pm DATES Session 1 September (Sept 1st-29th) Session 2 October (Oct 2nd-30th) Session 3 November (Nov 3rd-27th) Session 4 December (Dec 1st-29th) AGE 8 yrs amp up PRICE $25 a month per person -or- $40 a month per family INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds LOCATION Recreation Center MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old division and a 9-12 year old division This pro-gram is open to both boys and girls DAYSDATES Saturdays Sept 15-Oct 27 TIMES 9 am-6-8 YR 10 am-9-12 YR LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields PRICE $30 ($40 Late Fee) DEADLINE September 7th Parent Meeting September 13 730pm WRC

VOLUNTEER COACHES

Do you enjoy being a role model to kids Become a

volunteer coach The WRC is looking for coaches to help

officiate and coach basketball games Use your sports

expertise and guidance to help kids excel while gaining a

rewarding experience yourself Contact Tanner Ford at

326-3323 or tfordusd353com for more information

TAILGATING PARTY Join us for pizza and games 600 pm Friday Oct 5th before the Andale game 15 lucky students will

be selected by a random drawing school Chosen students will be issued a ticket for party

Location Sellers Park on the slab by train Price FREE For Middle School Students 15 students per grade by random drawing

Maximum 45 students

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC and and put up at the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls will be provided The two cages may be used by calling the WRC 326-3323 to set up times PRICE $1000 an hour TIME Sign up the WRC office LOCATION Armory

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goall heights are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration begins October 1st DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 5 thru end of Feb REG DEADLINE Friday Nov 2nd PRICE $35 ($45 Late Fee applies after 112) AGE DIVISONS 1st amp 2nd graders 3rd amp 4th graders 5th amp 6th graders SKILLS ASSESSMENT Sat Nov 10th

At Old Jr High 1000 AM mdash 1st-2nd grade 1200 PMmdash 3rd-6th grade COACHES MEETING Thursday Nov 8th 7 pm at WRC

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to play basketball Instruction will be given on 8‟ goals and junior size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must wear court shoes DAYSDATES Saturday Jan 5thmdashJan 26th TIME 900-1000 am AGE 5 years to Kindergarten PRICE $25 LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday Jan 4th

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Play basketball in the dark The 3 on 3 game will be played with teams of up to 5 teams may be co-ed

WHEN October 20th TIME 800 pm GRADES 9thmdash12th (FreshmanmdashSr) PRICE Teams of 3 or 4 $ 5 per person Teams of 5mdash$20 for entire team LOCATION Armory DEADLINE October 19th at 500 pm

REGISTER AT THE WRC

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL PITCHING CLINIC Join former Friends University collegiate player Hannah Shuck for this clinic Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to warm-up and are required to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals PRICE $40 one time fee paid to WRC at time of registration DEPOSIT $40 payable to Hannah Shuck at time of registration covers missed classes WEEKLY FEE $12 per class paid directly to Hannah Shuck INSTRUCTOR Hannah Shuck DAYSDATES Wednesdays beginning Sept 26th TIMES 515-815 pm with three 1 hour sessions Instructor will place students in class times and will make contact with studentsparents to give clinic schedule Begin- ners and younger aged groups will be assigned earlier times and more experienced and older aged groups will have later clinic times

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball Supervision and balls are provided DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 9thmdashMarch 3rd TIME 1230mdash330 pm AGE Middle SchoolmdashAdults PRICE $1 per person LOCATION WHS Gym

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct 1 at 630 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Mondays October 8thmdashDecember (end date depends on the number of teams) TIME Matches on 2 Courts 630 730 810 amp 900 pm AGE 16 amp Older (A waiver must be filled out and signed by a parent for

participant under the age of 18) PRICE $75 per team MIN 4 Teams LOCATION WHS Gym DEADLINE Friday September 28th

CAPTAINS MEETING Monday October 1st at 630 pm at WRC

ADULT MENrsquoS BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 6thmdashMarch TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm AGE 16 amp Older

(A wavier must be filled out and signed by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 per team LOCATION WHS Gym

MIN 4 Teams MAX 12 Teams CAPTAINS MEETING Thursday Dec 20th 7 pm

At WRC (Team rosters are due at time of meeting)

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL MENrsquoS

LEAGUE Play is set for 5 on 5 games At Captains meeting we will set dates go over rules and play The winning team will receive custom designed champion shirts DAYSDATES Sundays Sept 30th (Season depends on number of teams) TIME 200 pm PRICE $150 per team LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

CAPTAINS MEETING Sept 13th at 7 pm at WRC

Program Registration Begins

Monday August 27th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 gro-cery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put

towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other events during the Fall Fest on Sept 15th at Heritage Park page 17 2 Shoot free throws and win a turkey On Nov 11th at the Armory a team of 2 family members can compete to put food on their

table for Thanksgiving page 17 3 Ride your skate board over to the Skate Park located in Sellers Park 4 Kids ndash come ―Trick or Treat Down The Street downtown after school on Oct 31st page 16 5 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the newly renovated 9th Street Tennis Courts or Keuneke Tennis Courts 6 Dress a Bear to provide suffering children with a cozy companion The contest is free for community members page 20 7 Attend the WRC Kids ClubAfter School Program for elementary age students for free (Concessions cost extra) page 13 8 Join the Kansas Explorers Club (annual membership is $1861) and find out about cool things in the state of Kansas 9 Take the family for a hike on the Boy Scout exploration trail located at the Wellington Lake 10 Play Basketball in the dark A team of 5 High School age can play Glow Basketball at the Armory on October 20th page 9 11 Watch a WRC Adult Flag Football game page 10 12 Attend a SKKS GoKart Race at the Wellington Kart Track on October 13th or 20th 13 Log on to a computer and visit the site wwwkshsorgancestory to trace your familyrsquos Kansas lineage for free 14 Middle School Students can attend the WRC Teen Center on Tuesdays 7mdash9 pm page 13 15 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 17th at WHS 16 Kids Come to the Little Elves Party and make a special gift page 20 17 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trails at Worden Park or Century Park 18 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Memorial Auditorium on Dec 1st page 18 19 Go visit the Wellington Regent Theatre and see a good movie 20 Take your children and see a performance of ―Narnia performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Nov 9-11 the Old

Jr High auditorium page 17

ldquoThe Biggest Little Dealership in Kansasrdquo

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

Membership Fees for Residents In amp Outside USD 353

1 Month 6 Months 12 Months Single $25 $125 $200 Family $40 $200 $320 Senior $20 $100 $160 Senior Family $30 $150 $240

The Fitness Center is located on the 2nd floor of the Memorial Auditorium at 208 North Washington Participants under 18 must obtain a parent or

guardian‟s signature and those under 16 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian while working out Prior to participation at the Fitness Center

all members must fill out amp sign a health information medical screening question-naire and obtain a physician‟s signature if deemed necessary

Memberships are available at the Fitness Center A daily guest fee for one is only $400

Cardiovascular Equipment

Precor Stretch Trainer bull Precor Treadmills

Tectrix Computer Stairclimbers Tectrix Computer Bicycles

Row Machine bull EFX Aerobic Crosstrainers

Abdominal Exerciser bull Recumbent Bike

Weight Training Equipment 8 Station Adjustable Free Weight Bench

Chest Press bull Leg Press bullLeg Extension

Olympic Wts bull Shoulder Press bull Multi-Hip Machine

FlatIncline Bench

Bicep Curl bull Leg Curl bullDumbbell Weights

Lat PulldownLat Row bull Smith Machine

Knee-Raise Chin-Up amp Tricep-Dip Station

Gravitron Upper-Body Station

To become a member please schedule a one time orientation session by calling 326-3435

Buy One Get One 12 Price For the entire month of September members may buy one month and receive the next month at 12

price Offer expires September 30th

Student Special one month single=$10

High School and college age students Offers expires December 31st

Fall Hours Sept 1stmdashDec 31st Mon-Thurs 530 am-9 pm Fri 530 am-7 pm

Sat 6 am-12 pm Sun 1-3 pm

Give yourself the gift of Fitness

Exercise 12 days between

Thanksgiving and Christmas

and receive a Fitness T-shirt

Participants must have a valid

Fitness Center Membership

FITNESS T-SHIRT

CONTEST

We would like to show our appreciation to

our ldquoloyalrdquo Fitness Center members who

use the FC on a continuous basis

This fall sign up for the contest every

time you come to work out The last day

of the month (Sept Oct Nov amp Dec)

wersquoll have a drawing and one lucky

member will receive a FREE FC T-shirt

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jennifer Kinyon an instructor with 15 years of experience for this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Students will also be introduced to rolls handstands cart-wheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace DAY Saturdays DATE Oct13-Nov 3 DAYTIME 900-945 am AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1500 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

PERSONAL TRAINING

Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experi-ence assisting patrons with their fitness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assess-ments (Fit Tests) geared toward deter-mining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Cen-ter to schedule an appointment 326-3435 Price $25 per hoursession

SilverSneakerscopy Muscular Strength Range of Movement Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going Tues-days and Thursdays from 1030-1115 am the WRC

Floral 326-7534 Pharmacy 326-5981 Fax 326-5661

GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING After a busy summer stay active this fall so that you‟re strong lean and full of energy heading into the winter months Group Personal Training features our experienced CPT Debbie Mur-phy Available for 4-8 people Minimum per class 4 people Register through the WRC or online DAYS Mondays

SEPTEMBER 6-630 pm Stretch ampor 630-7 pm Cardio Learn the proper way to stretch amp Increase the cardiovas-cular system OCTOBER 6-630pm Muscle Strength ampor 630-7pm Core Tone up and strengthen muscles PRICE 4=frac12 hr Sessions $24 4=1 hr Sessions $40 LOCATION Memorial Auditorium Gym Outside

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Vol-leyball League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable experience before they reach middle school and high school DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October) AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th

(2 Teams per age group if possible) PRICE $35 ( $45 Late Fee) DEADLINE Friday August 31st

COACHES MEETING Tuesday Sept 4th at 7 pm at WRC

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION) The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others their age Boys and girls will com-pete separately from one another PPK is intended to en-courage youth participation and emphasize the ldquoFUNrdquo side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age determination date is December 31 2012 DAYDATE Sunday Sept 23rd TIME 200 pm AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls) PRICE FREE LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Friday Sept 21st Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 28th

200 pm at Worden Park

HOLIDAY BALL Don‟t get bored over the holiday break

The WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other action games and fun stuff Don‟t

miss out

Christmas BREAK

Dec 19-21 amp 26-28

$2 per person 100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve Reynolds is a fourth degree black belt and has studied for years in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8 years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate practiced in the bdquoKarate Kid‟ movies Families are welcome and encouraged DAYSTIMES Saturdays 1000-1130am Tuesdays-730-930 pm DATES Session 1 September (Sept 1st-29th) Session 2 October (Oct 2nd-30th) Session 3 November (Nov 3rd-27th) Session 4 December (Dec 1st-29th) AGE 8 yrs amp up PRICE $25 a month per person -or- $40 a month per family INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds LOCATION Recreation Center MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old division and a 9-12 year old division This pro-gram is open to both boys and girls DAYSDATES Saturdays Sept 15-Oct 27 TIMES 9 am-6-8 YR 10 am-9-12 YR LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields PRICE $30 ($40 Late Fee) DEADLINE September 7th Parent Meeting September 13 730pm WRC

VOLUNTEER COACHES

Do you enjoy being a role model to kids Become a

volunteer coach The WRC is looking for coaches to help

officiate and coach basketball games Use your sports

expertise and guidance to help kids excel while gaining a

rewarding experience yourself Contact Tanner Ford at

326-3323 or tfordusd353com for more information

TAILGATING PARTY Join us for pizza and games 600 pm Friday Oct 5th before the Andale game 15 lucky students will

be selected by a random drawing school Chosen students will be issued a ticket for party

Location Sellers Park on the slab by train Price FREE For Middle School Students 15 students per grade by random drawing

Maximum 45 students

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC and and put up at the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls will be provided The two cages may be used by calling the WRC 326-3323 to set up times PRICE $1000 an hour TIME Sign up the WRC office LOCATION Armory

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goall heights are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration begins October 1st DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 5 thru end of Feb REG DEADLINE Friday Nov 2nd PRICE $35 ($45 Late Fee applies after 112) AGE DIVISONS 1st amp 2nd graders 3rd amp 4th graders 5th amp 6th graders SKILLS ASSESSMENT Sat Nov 10th

At Old Jr High 1000 AM mdash 1st-2nd grade 1200 PMmdash 3rd-6th grade COACHES MEETING Thursday Nov 8th 7 pm at WRC

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to play basketball Instruction will be given on 8‟ goals and junior size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must wear court shoes DAYSDATES Saturday Jan 5thmdashJan 26th TIME 900-1000 am AGE 5 years to Kindergarten PRICE $25 LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday Jan 4th

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Play basketball in the dark The 3 on 3 game will be played with teams of up to 5 teams may be co-ed

WHEN October 20th TIME 800 pm GRADES 9thmdash12th (FreshmanmdashSr) PRICE Teams of 3 or 4 $ 5 per person Teams of 5mdash$20 for entire team LOCATION Armory DEADLINE October 19th at 500 pm

REGISTER AT THE WRC

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL PITCHING CLINIC Join former Friends University collegiate player Hannah Shuck for this clinic Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to warm-up and are required to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals PRICE $40 one time fee paid to WRC at time of registration DEPOSIT $40 payable to Hannah Shuck at time of registration covers missed classes WEEKLY FEE $12 per class paid directly to Hannah Shuck INSTRUCTOR Hannah Shuck DAYSDATES Wednesdays beginning Sept 26th TIMES 515-815 pm with three 1 hour sessions Instructor will place students in class times and will make contact with studentsparents to give clinic schedule Begin- ners and younger aged groups will be assigned earlier times and more experienced and older aged groups will have later clinic times

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball Supervision and balls are provided DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 9thmdashMarch 3rd TIME 1230mdash330 pm AGE Middle SchoolmdashAdults PRICE $1 per person LOCATION WHS Gym

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct 1 at 630 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Mondays October 8thmdashDecember (end date depends on the number of teams) TIME Matches on 2 Courts 630 730 810 amp 900 pm AGE 16 amp Older (A waiver must be filled out and signed by a parent for

participant under the age of 18) PRICE $75 per team MIN 4 Teams LOCATION WHS Gym DEADLINE Friday September 28th

CAPTAINS MEETING Monday October 1st at 630 pm at WRC

ADULT MENrsquoS BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 6thmdashMarch TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm AGE 16 amp Older

(A wavier must be filled out and signed by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 per team LOCATION WHS Gym

MIN 4 Teams MAX 12 Teams CAPTAINS MEETING Thursday Dec 20th 7 pm

At WRC (Team rosters are due at time of meeting)

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL MENrsquoS

LEAGUE Play is set for 5 on 5 games At Captains meeting we will set dates go over rules and play The winning team will receive custom designed champion shirts DAYSDATES Sundays Sept 30th (Season depends on number of teams) TIME 200 pm PRICE $150 per team LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

CAPTAINS MEETING Sept 13th at 7 pm at WRC

Program Registration Begins

Monday August 27th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 gro-cery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put

towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other events during the Fall Fest on Sept 15th at Heritage Park page 17 2 Shoot free throws and win a turkey On Nov 11th at the Armory a team of 2 family members can compete to put food on their

table for Thanksgiving page 17 3 Ride your skate board over to the Skate Park located in Sellers Park 4 Kids ndash come ―Trick or Treat Down The Street downtown after school on Oct 31st page 16 5 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the newly renovated 9th Street Tennis Courts or Keuneke Tennis Courts 6 Dress a Bear to provide suffering children with a cozy companion The contest is free for community members page 20 7 Attend the WRC Kids ClubAfter School Program for elementary age students for free (Concessions cost extra) page 13 8 Join the Kansas Explorers Club (annual membership is $1861) and find out about cool things in the state of Kansas 9 Take the family for a hike on the Boy Scout exploration trail located at the Wellington Lake 10 Play Basketball in the dark A team of 5 High School age can play Glow Basketball at the Armory on October 20th page 9 11 Watch a WRC Adult Flag Football game page 10 12 Attend a SKKS GoKart Race at the Wellington Kart Track on October 13th or 20th 13 Log on to a computer and visit the site wwwkshsorgancestory to trace your familyrsquos Kansas lineage for free 14 Middle School Students can attend the WRC Teen Center on Tuesdays 7mdash9 pm page 13 15 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 17th at WHS 16 Kids Come to the Little Elves Party and make a special gift page 20 17 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trails at Worden Park or Century Park 18 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Memorial Auditorium on Dec 1st page 18 19 Go visit the Wellington Regent Theatre and see a good movie 20 Take your children and see a performance of ―Narnia performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Nov 9-11 the Old

Jr High auditorium page 17

ldquoThe Biggest Little Dealership in Kansasrdquo

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

ROCK amp ROLL KIDS Join Jennifer Kinyon an instructor with 15 years of experience for this active class Enjoy fun dance moves and circle time to some cool music Students will also be introduced to rolls handstands cart-wheels stretching and safety skills in class and be able to work at their own pace DAY Saturdays DATE Oct13-Nov 3 DAYTIME 900-945 am AGE 5-10 yr PRICE $1500 LOCATION Rec Center MINIMUM 7 MAX 16

PERSONAL TRAINING

Debbie Murphy is a certified personal trainer with over 30 years of experi-ence assisting patrons with their fitness goals and instructing fitness classes Let Debbie consult with you about your fitness goals Different assess-ments (Fit Tests) geared toward deter-mining your personal fitness level can be conducted Debbie will then design a personalized training program and ldquocoachrdquo you to achieve optimum results from your effects Call the Fitness Cen-ter to schedule an appointment 326-3435 Price $25 per hoursession

SilverSneakerscopy Muscular Strength Range of Movement Join Silver Sneakers stay active and have fun all at the same time Move to the music through a variety of exercises designed to increase muscular strength range of movement and activity for daily living skills To find out more call the Fitness Center 326-3435 This class is Free of charge Program is on-going Tues-days and Thursdays from 1030-1115 am the WRC

Floral 326-7534 Pharmacy 326-5981 Fax 326-5661

GROUP PERSONAL TRAINING After a busy summer stay active this fall so that you‟re strong lean and full of energy heading into the winter months Group Personal Training features our experienced CPT Debbie Mur-phy Available for 4-8 people Minimum per class 4 people Register through the WRC or online DAYS Mondays

SEPTEMBER 6-630 pm Stretch ampor 630-7 pm Cardio Learn the proper way to stretch amp Increase the cardiovas-cular system OCTOBER 6-630pm Muscle Strength ampor 630-7pm Core Tone up and strengthen muscles PRICE 4=frac12 hr Sessions $24 4=1 hr Sessions $40 LOCATION Memorial Auditorium Gym Outside

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Vol-leyball League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable experience before they reach middle school and high school DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October) AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th

(2 Teams per age group if possible) PRICE $35 ( $45 Late Fee) DEADLINE Friday August 31st

COACHES MEETING Tuesday Sept 4th at 7 pm at WRC

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION) The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others their age Boys and girls will com-pete separately from one another PPK is intended to en-courage youth participation and emphasize the ldquoFUNrdquo side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age determination date is December 31 2012 DAYDATE Sunday Sept 23rd TIME 200 pm AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls) PRICE FREE LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Friday Sept 21st Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 28th

200 pm at Worden Park

HOLIDAY BALL Don‟t get bored over the holiday break

The WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other action games and fun stuff Don‟t

miss out

Christmas BREAK

Dec 19-21 amp 26-28

$2 per person 100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve Reynolds is a fourth degree black belt and has studied for years in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8 years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate practiced in the bdquoKarate Kid‟ movies Families are welcome and encouraged DAYSTIMES Saturdays 1000-1130am Tuesdays-730-930 pm DATES Session 1 September (Sept 1st-29th) Session 2 October (Oct 2nd-30th) Session 3 November (Nov 3rd-27th) Session 4 December (Dec 1st-29th) AGE 8 yrs amp up PRICE $25 a month per person -or- $40 a month per family INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds LOCATION Recreation Center MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old division and a 9-12 year old division This pro-gram is open to both boys and girls DAYSDATES Saturdays Sept 15-Oct 27 TIMES 9 am-6-8 YR 10 am-9-12 YR LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields PRICE $30 ($40 Late Fee) DEADLINE September 7th Parent Meeting September 13 730pm WRC

VOLUNTEER COACHES

Do you enjoy being a role model to kids Become a

volunteer coach The WRC is looking for coaches to help

officiate and coach basketball games Use your sports

expertise and guidance to help kids excel while gaining a

rewarding experience yourself Contact Tanner Ford at

326-3323 or tfordusd353com for more information

TAILGATING PARTY Join us for pizza and games 600 pm Friday Oct 5th before the Andale game 15 lucky students will

be selected by a random drawing school Chosen students will be issued a ticket for party

Location Sellers Park on the slab by train Price FREE For Middle School Students 15 students per grade by random drawing

Maximum 45 students

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC and and put up at the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls will be provided The two cages may be used by calling the WRC 326-3323 to set up times PRICE $1000 an hour TIME Sign up the WRC office LOCATION Armory

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goall heights are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration begins October 1st DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 5 thru end of Feb REG DEADLINE Friday Nov 2nd PRICE $35 ($45 Late Fee applies after 112) AGE DIVISONS 1st amp 2nd graders 3rd amp 4th graders 5th amp 6th graders SKILLS ASSESSMENT Sat Nov 10th

At Old Jr High 1000 AM mdash 1st-2nd grade 1200 PMmdash 3rd-6th grade COACHES MEETING Thursday Nov 8th 7 pm at WRC

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to play basketball Instruction will be given on 8‟ goals and junior size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must wear court shoes DAYSDATES Saturday Jan 5thmdashJan 26th TIME 900-1000 am AGE 5 years to Kindergarten PRICE $25 LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday Jan 4th

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Play basketball in the dark The 3 on 3 game will be played with teams of up to 5 teams may be co-ed

WHEN October 20th TIME 800 pm GRADES 9thmdash12th (FreshmanmdashSr) PRICE Teams of 3 or 4 $ 5 per person Teams of 5mdash$20 for entire team LOCATION Armory DEADLINE October 19th at 500 pm

REGISTER AT THE WRC

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL PITCHING CLINIC Join former Friends University collegiate player Hannah Shuck for this clinic Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to warm-up and are required to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals PRICE $40 one time fee paid to WRC at time of registration DEPOSIT $40 payable to Hannah Shuck at time of registration covers missed classes WEEKLY FEE $12 per class paid directly to Hannah Shuck INSTRUCTOR Hannah Shuck DAYSDATES Wednesdays beginning Sept 26th TIMES 515-815 pm with three 1 hour sessions Instructor will place students in class times and will make contact with studentsparents to give clinic schedule Begin- ners and younger aged groups will be assigned earlier times and more experienced and older aged groups will have later clinic times

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball Supervision and balls are provided DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 9thmdashMarch 3rd TIME 1230mdash330 pm AGE Middle SchoolmdashAdults PRICE $1 per person LOCATION WHS Gym

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct 1 at 630 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Mondays October 8thmdashDecember (end date depends on the number of teams) TIME Matches on 2 Courts 630 730 810 amp 900 pm AGE 16 amp Older (A waiver must be filled out and signed by a parent for

participant under the age of 18) PRICE $75 per team MIN 4 Teams LOCATION WHS Gym DEADLINE Friday September 28th

CAPTAINS MEETING Monday October 1st at 630 pm at WRC

ADULT MENrsquoS BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 6thmdashMarch TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm AGE 16 amp Older

(A wavier must be filled out and signed by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 per team LOCATION WHS Gym

MIN 4 Teams MAX 12 Teams CAPTAINS MEETING Thursday Dec 20th 7 pm

At WRC (Team rosters are due at time of meeting)

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL MENrsquoS

LEAGUE Play is set for 5 on 5 games At Captains meeting we will set dates go over rules and play The winning team will receive custom designed champion shirts DAYSDATES Sundays Sept 30th (Season depends on number of teams) TIME 200 pm PRICE $150 per team LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

CAPTAINS MEETING Sept 13th at 7 pm at WRC

Program Registration Begins

Monday August 27th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 gro-cery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put

towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other events during the Fall Fest on Sept 15th at Heritage Park page 17 2 Shoot free throws and win a turkey On Nov 11th at the Armory a team of 2 family members can compete to put food on their

table for Thanksgiving page 17 3 Ride your skate board over to the Skate Park located in Sellers Park 4 Kids ndash come ―Trick or Treat Down The Street downtown after school on Oct 31st page 16 5 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the newly renovated 9th Street Tennis Courts or Keuneke Tennis Courts 6 Dress a Bear to provide suffering children with a cozy companion The contest is free for community members page 20 7 Attend the WRC Kids ClubAfter School Program for elementary age students for free (Concessions cost extra) page 13 8 Join the Kansas Explorers Club (annual membership is $1861) and find out about cool things in the state of Kansas 9 Take the family for a hike on the Boy Scout exploration trail located at the Wellington Lake 10 Play Basketball in the dark A team of 5 High School age can play Glow Basketball at the Armory on October 20th page 9 11 Watch a WRC Adult Flag Football game page 10 12 Attend a SKKS GoKart Race at the Wellington Kart Track on October 13th or 20th 13 Log on to a computer and visit the site wwwkshsorgancestory to trace your familyrsquos Kansas lineage for free 14 Middle School Students can attend the WRC Teen Center on Tuesdays 7mdash9 pm page 13 15 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 17th at WHS 16 Kids Come to the Little Elves Party and make a special gift page 20 17 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trails at Worden Park or Century Park 18 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Memorial Auditorium on Dec 1st page 18 19 Go visit the Wellington Regent Theatre and see a good movie 20 Take your children and see a performance of ―Narnia performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Nov 9-11 the Old

Jr High auditorium page 17

ldquoThe Biggest Little Dealership in Kansasrdquo

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Back by popular demand is the South Central Youth Vol-leyball League This is a traveling league that is played on Saturdays This league helps players develop skills and gives valuable experience before they reach middle school and high school DAYSDATES Saturdays (September-October) AGE 3rd4th amp 5th6th

(2 Teams per age group if possible) PRICE $35 ( $45 Late Fee) DEADLINE Friday August 31st

COACHES MEETING Tuesday Sept 4th at 7 pm at WRC

NFL PEPSI - PUNT PASS amp KICK

(LOCAL COMPETITION) The NFL Pepsi Punt Pass and Kick competition will create a lively and engaging forum for boys and girls ages 8-15 to compete against others their age Boys and girls will com-pete separately from one another PPK is intended to en-courage youth participation and emphasize the ldquoFUNrdquo side of football All Participants must provide a birth certifi-cate and parents must sign a waiver at registration The age determination date is December 31 2012 DAYDATE Sunday Sept 23rd TIME 200 pm AGE 6-15 year olds (boys amp girls) PRICE FREE LOCATION Worden Park Football Field

Registration DEADLINE Friday Sept 21st Sectional Competition Sunday Oct 28th

200 pm at Worden Park

HOLIDAY BALL Don‟t get bored over the holiday break

The WRC will offer basketball dodgeball other action games and fun stuff Don‟t

miss out

Christmas BREAK

Dec 19-21 amp 26-28

$2 per person 100-400 pm

At Memorial Auditorium

GOJU-RYU KARATE Goju-Ryu Karate is back with fall sessions Instructor Steve Reynolds is a fourth degree black belt and has studied for years in Wichita He will instruct anyone male or female from 8 years old and up Goju-Ryu Karate was the form of karate practiced in the bdquoKarate Kid‟ movies Families are welcome and encouraged DAYSTIMES Saturdays 1000-1130am Tuesdays-730-930 pm DATES Session 1 September (Sept 1st-29th) Session 2 October (Oct 2nd-30th) Session 3 November (Nov 3rd-27th) Session 4 December (Dec 1st-29th) AGE 8 yrs amp up PRICE $25 a month per person -or- $40 a month per family INSTRUCTOR Steve Reynolds LOCATION Recreation Center MINIMUM 4 MAXIMUM 8

YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL

Flag football is back for the youth in Wellington This league provides the perfect alternative for kids too young to play tackle football or not quite ready to play tackle football There will be two separate divisions of play a 6-8 year old division and a 9-12 year old division This pro-gram is open to both boys and girls DAYSDATES Saturdays Sept 15-Oct 27 TIMES 9 am-6-8 YR 10 am-9-12 YR LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields PRICE $30 ($40 Late Fee) DEADLINE September 7th Parent Meeting September 13 730pm WRC

VOLUNTEER COACHES

Do you enjoy being a role model to kids Become a

volunteer coach The WRC is looking for coaches to help

officiate and coach basketball games Use your sports

expertise and guidance to help kids excel while gaining a

rewarding experience yourself Contact Tanner Ford at

326-3323 or tfordusd353com for more information

TAILGATING PARTY Join us for pizza and games 600 pm Friday Oct 5th before the Andale game 15 lucky students will

be selected by a random drawing school Chosen students will be issued a ticket for party

Location Sellers Park on the slab by train Price FREE For Middle School Students 15 students per grade by random drawing

Maximum 45 students

WRC BATTING CAGES Improve your hitting skills in the off-season by using

batting cages purchased by the WRC and and put up at the Armory Ballscreens pitching machines and balls will be provided The two cages may be used by calling the WRC 326-3323 to set up times PRICE $1000 an hour TIME Sign up the WRC office LOCATION Armory

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goall heights are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration begins October 1st DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 5 thru end of Feb REG DEADLINE Friday Nov 2nd PRICE $35 ($45 Late Fee applies after 112) AGE DIVISONS 1st amp 2nd graders 3rd amp 4th graders 5th amp 6th graders SKILLS ASSESSMENT Sat Nov 10th

At Old Jr High 1000 AM mdash 1st-2nd grade 1200 PMmdash 3rd-6th grade COACHES MEETING Thursday Nov 8th 7 pm at WRC

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to play basketball Instruction will be given on 8‟ goals and junior size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must wear court shoes DAYSDATES Saturday Jan 5thmdashJan 26th TIME 900-1000 am AGE 5 years to Kindergarten PRICE $25 LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday Jan 4th

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Play basketball in the dark The 3 on 3 game will be played with teams of up to 5 teams may be co-ed

WHEN October 20th TIME 800 pm GRADES 9thmdash12th (FreshmanmdashSr) PRICE Teams of 3 or 4 $ 5 per person Teams of 5mdash$20 for entire team LOCATION Armory DEADLINE October 19th at 500 pm

REGISTER AT THE WRC

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL PITCHING CLINIC Join former Friends University collegiate player Hannah Shuck for this clinic Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to warm-up and are required to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals PRICE $40 one time fee paid to WRC at time of registration DEPOSIT $40 payable to Hannah Shuck at time of registration covers missed classes WEEKLY FEE $12 per class paid directly to Hannah Shuck INSTRUCTOR Hannah Shuck DAYSDATES Wednesdays beginning Sept 26th TIMES 515-815 pm with three 1 hour sessions Instructor will place students in class times and will make contact with studentsparents to give clinic schedule Begin- ners and younger aged groups will be assigned earlier times and more experienced and older aged groups will have later clinic times

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball Supervision and balls are provided DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 9thmdashMarch 3rd TIME 1230mdash330 pm AGE Middle SchoolmdashAdults PRICE $1 per person LOCATION WHS Gym

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct 1 at 630 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Mondays October 8thmdashDecember (end date depends on the number of teams) TIME Matches on 2 Courts 630 730 810 amp 900 pm AGE 16 amp Older (A waiver must be filled out and signed by a parent for

participant under the age of 18) PRICE $75 per team MIN 4 Teams LOCATION WHS Gym DEADLINE Friday September 28th

CAPTAINS MEETING Monday October 1st at 630 pm at WRC

ADULT MENrsquoS BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 6thmdashMarch TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm AGE 16 amp Older

(A wavier must be filled out and signed by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 per team LOCATION WHS Gym

MIN 4 Teams MAX 12 Teams CAPTAINS MEETING Thursday Dec 20th 7 pm

At WRC (Team rosters are due at time of meeting)

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL MENrsquoS

LEAGUE Play is set for 5 on 5 games At Captains meeting we will set dates go over rules and play The winning team will receive custom designed champion shirts DAYSDATES Sundays Sept 30th (Season depends on number of teams) TIME 200 pm PRICE $150 per team LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

CAPTAINS MEETING Sept 13th at 7 pm at WRC

Program Registration Begins

Monday August 27th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 gro-cery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put

towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other events during the Fall Fest on Sept 15th at Heritage Park page 17 2 Shoot free throws and win a turkey On Nov 11th at the Armory a team of 2 family members can compete to put food on their

table for Thanksgiving page 17 3 Ride your skate board over to the Skate Park located in Sellers Park 4 Kids ndash come ―Trick or Treat Down The Street downtown after school on Oct 31st page 16 5 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the newly renovated 9th Street Tennis Courts or Keuneke Tennis Courts 6 Dress a Bear to provide suffering children with a cozy companion The contest is free for community members page 20 7 Attend the WRC Kids ClubAfter School Program for elementary age students for free (Concessions cost extra) page 13 8 Join the Kansas Explorers Club (annual membership is $1861) and find out about cool things in the state of Kansas 9 Take the family for a hike on the Boy Scout exploration trail located at the Wellington Lake 10 Play Basketball in the dark A team of 5 High School age can play Glow Basketball at the Armory on October 20th page 9 11 Watch a WRC Adult Flag Football game page 10 12 Attend a SKKS GoKart Race at the Wellington Kart Track on October 13th or 20th 13 Log on to a computer and visit the site wwwkshsorgancestory to trace your familyrsquos Kansas lineage for free 14 Middle School Students can attend the WRC Teen Center on Tuesdays 7mdash9 pm page 13 15 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 17th at WHS 16 Kids Come to the Little Elves Party and make a special gift page 20 17 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trails at Worden Park or Century Park 18 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Memorial Auditorium on Dec 1st page 18 19 Go visit the Wellington Regent Theatre and see a good movie 20 Take your children and see a performance of ―Narnia performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Nov 9-11 the Old

Jr High auditorium page 17

ldquoThe Biggest Little Dealership in Kansasrdquo

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

YOUTH BASKETBALL

BOYS LEAGUE amp GIRLS LEAGUE Dribble and shoot your way to fun and excitement in the WRC youth basketball program Various ball sizes and goall heights are determined by age divisions T-Shirts are provided to all players All registrants will be placed on a team Registration begins October 1st DAYSDATES Saturdays Jan 5 thru end of Feb REG DEADLINE Friday Nov 2nd PRICE $35 ($45 Late Fee applies after 112) AGE DIVISONS 1st amp 2nd graders 3rd amp 4th graders 5th amp 6th graders SKILLS ASSESSMENT Sat Nov 10th

At Old Jr High 1000 AM mdash 1st-2nd grade 1200 PMmdash 3rd-6th grade COACHES MEETING Thursday Nov 8th 7 pm at WRC

LITTLE HOOPERS

INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL

Young players registered in this fun and exciting program will be taught the basic and beginning fundamentals that it takes to play basketball Instruction will be given on 8‟ goals and junior size balls will be used for proper shooting development and ball handling skills Participants may wear shorts or sweats and must wear court shoes DAYSDATES Saturday Jan 5thmdashJan 26th TIME 900-1000 am AGE 5 years to Kindergarten PRICE $25 LOCATION WHS

MIN 10 MAX 50 REGISTRATION DEADLINE Friday Jan 4th

120 N Washington

Open 900 am-530 pm

Mon-Fri

620-399-9000

Play basketball in the dark The 3 on 3 game will be played with teams of up to 5 teams may be co-ed

WHEN October 20th TIME 800 pm GRADES 9thmdash12th (FreshmanmdashSr) PRICE Teams of 3 or 4 $ 5 per person Teams of 5mdash$20 for entire team LOCATION Armory DEADLINE October 19th at 500 pm

REGISTER AT THE WRC

FAST PITCH SOFTBALL PITCHING CLINIC Join former Friends University collegiate player Hannah Shuck for this clinic Classes are limited to the first 6 to sign up in each age group Participants should arrive 15 minutes early to warm-up and are required to provide their own catcher Classes are geared toward teaching proper technique and softball pitching fundamentals PRICE $40 one time fee paid to WRC at time of registration DEPOSIT $40 payable to Hannah Shuck at time of registration covers missed classes WEEKLY FEE $12 per class paid directly to Hannah Shuck INSTRUCTOR Hannah Shuck DAYSDATES Wednesdays beginning Sept 26th TIMES 515-815 pm with three 1 hour sessions Instructor will place students in class times and will make contact with studentsparents to give clinic schedule Begin- ners and younger aged groups will be assigned earlier times and more experienced and older aged groups will have later clinic times

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball Supervision and balls are provided DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 9thmdashMarch 3rd TIME 1230mdash330 pm AGE Middle SchoolmdashAdults PRICE $1 per person LOCATION WHS Gym

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct 1 at 630 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Mondays October 8thmdashDecember (end date depends on the number of teams) TIME Matches on 2 Courts 630 730 810 amp 900 pm AGE 16 amp Older (A waiver must be filled out and signed by a parent for

participant under the age of 18) PRICE $75 per team MIN 4 Teams LOCATION WHS Gym DEADLINE Friday September 28th

CAPTAINS MEETING Monday October 1st at 630 pm at WRC

ADULT MENrsquoS BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 6thmdashMarch TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm AGE 16 amp Older

(A wavier must be filled out and signed by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 per team LOCATION WHS Gym

MIN 4 Teams MAX 12 Teams CAPTAINS MEETING Thursday Dec 20th 7 pm

At WRC (Team rosters are due at time of meeting)

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL MENrsquoS

LEAGUE Play is set for 5 on 5 games At Captains meeting we will set dates go over rules and play The winning team will receive custom designed champion shirts DAYSDATES Sundays Sept 30th (Season depends on number of teams) TIME 200 pm PRICE $150 per team LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

CAPTAINS MEETING Sept 13th at 7 pm at WRC

Program Registration Begins

Monday August 27th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 gro-cery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put

towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other events during the Fall Fest on Sept 15th at Heritage Park page 17 2 Shoot free throws and win a turkey On Nov 11th at the Armory a team of 2 family members can compete to put food on their

table for Thanksgiving page 17 3 Ride your skate board over to the Skate Park located in Sellers Park 4 Kids ndash come ―Trick or Treat Down The Street downtown after school on Oct 31st page 16 5 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the newly renovated 9th Street Tennis Courts or Keuneke Tennis Courts 6 Dress a Bear to provide suffering children with a cozy companion The contest is free for community members page 20 7 Attend the WRC Kids ClubAfter School Program for elementary age students for free (Concessions cost extra) page 13 8 Join the Kansas Explorers Club (annual membership is $1861) and find out about cool things in the state of Kansas 9 Take the family for a hike on the Boy Scout exploration trail located at the Wellington Lake 10 Play Basketball in the dark A team of 5 High School age can play Glow Basketball at the Armory on October 20th page 9 11 Watch a WRC Adult Flag Football game page 10 12 Attend a SKKS GoKart Race at the Wellington Kart Track on October 13th or 20th 13 Log on to a computer and visit the site wwwkshsorgancestory to trace your familyrsquos Kansas lineage for free 14 Middle School Students can attend the WRC Teen Center on Tuesdays 7mdash9 pm page 13 15 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 17th at WHS 16 Kids Come to the Little Elves Party and make a special gift page 20 17 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trails at Worden Park or Century Park 18 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Memorial Auditorium on Dec 1st page 18 19 Go visit the Wellington Regent Theatre and see a good movie 20 Take your children and see a performance of ―Narnia performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Nov 9-11 the Old

Jr High auditorium page 17

ldquoThe Biggest Little Dealership in Kansasrdquo

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

OPEN GYM BASKETBALL Open gym will be available to both youth amp adults with plenty of basketball goals available Individuals will be able to shoot hoops while half or full court pick-up games are played Gather friends or team members to enjoy the game of basketball Supervision and balls are provided DAYSDATES Sundays Dec 9thmdashMarch 3rd TIME 1230mdash330 pm AGE Middle SchoolmdashAdults PRICE $1 per person LOCATION WHS Gym

ADULT CO-ED VOLLEYBALL Get a group of fellow employees church members family and friends together to play some volleyball Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center Your team must be registered by the Oct 7 deadline There will be a Captains Meeting Oct 1 at 630 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Mondays October 8thmdashDecember (end date depends on the number of teams) TIME Matches on 2 Courts 630 730 810 amp 900 pm AGE 16 amp Older (A waiver must be filled out and signed by a parent for

participant under the age of 18) PRICE $75 per team MIN 4 Teams LOCATION WHS Gym DEADLINE Friday September 28th

CAPTAINS MEETING Monday October 1st at 630 pm at WRC

ADULT MENrsquoS BASKETBALL

OPEN LEAGUE amp OVER 30 LEAGUE This 5-on-5 full court basketball league plays by high school rules with a few minor modifications Team roster forms may be picked up at the Rec Center To register a team you must turn in a completed roster form and entry fee before or at the Pre-season captains meeting Dec 15 at 700 PM at the Rec Center DAYSDATES Sundays Jan 6thmdashMarch TIME Games played hourly start at 400 pm AGE 16 amp Older

(A wavier must be filled out and signed by a parent for participants under 18)

PRICE $250 per team LOCATION WHS Gym

MIN 4 Teams MAX 12 Teams CAPTAINS MEETING Thursday Dec 20th 7 pm

At WRC (Team rosters are due at time of meeting)

ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL MENrsquoS

LEAGUE Play is set for 5 on 5 games At Captains meeting we will set dates go over rules and play The winning team will receive custom designed champion shirts DAYSDATES Sundays Sept 30th (Season depends on number of teams) TIME 200 pm PRICE $150 per team LOCATION Worden Park Athletic Fields

CAPTAINS MEETING Sept 13th at 7 pm at WRC

Program Registration Begins

Monday August 27th

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guardian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 gro-cery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put

towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

1 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other events during the Fall Fest on Sept 15th at Heritage Park page 17 2 Shoot free throws and win a turkey On Nov 11th at the Armory a team of 2 family members can compete to put food on their

table for Thanksgiving page 17 3 Ride your skate board over to the Skate Park located in Sellers Park 4 Kids ndash come ―Trick or Treat Down The Street downtown after school on Oct 31st page 16 5 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the newly renovated 9th Street Tennis Courts or Keuneke Tennis Courts 6 Dress a Bear to provide suffering children with a cozy companion The contest is free for community members page 20 7 Attend the WRC Kids ClubAfter School Program for elementary age students for free (Concessions cost extra) page 13 8 Join the Kansas Explorers Club (annual membership is $1861) and find out about cool things in the state of Kansas 9 Take the family for a hike on the Boy Scout exploration trail located at the Wellington Lake 10 Play Basketball in the dark A team of 5 High School age can play Glow Basketball at the Armory on October 20th page 9 11 Watch a WRC Adult Flag Football game page 10 12 Attend a SKKS GoKart Race at the Wellington Kart Track on October 13th or 20th 13 Log on to a computer and visit the site wwwkshsorgancestory to trace your familyrsquos Kansas lineage for free 14 Middle School Students can attend the WRC Teen Center on Tuesdays 7mdash9 pm page 13 15 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 17th at WHS 16 Kids Come to the Little Elves Party and make a special gift page 20 17 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trails at Worden Park or Century Park 18 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Memorial Auditorium on Dec 1st page 18 19 Go visit the Wellington Regent Theatre and see a good movie 20 Take your children and see a performance of ―Narnia performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Nov 9-11 the Old

Jr High auditorium page 17

ldquoThe Biggest Little Dealership in Kansasrdquo

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

1 Bring the family to the Chili Cook-Off and other events during the Fall Fest on Sept 15th at Heritage Park page 17 2 Shoot free throws and win a turkey On Nov 11th at the Armory a team of 2 family members can compete to put food on their

table for Thanksgiving page 17 3 Ride your skate board over to the Skate Park located in Sellers Park 4 Kids ndash come ―Trick or Treat Down The Street downtown after school on Oct 31st page 16 5 Grab the family and your tennis rackets and visit the newly renovated 9th Street Tennis Courts or Keuneke Tennis Courts 6 Dress a Bear to provide suffering children with a cozy companion The contest is free for community members page 20 7 Attend the WRC Kids ClubAfter School Program for elementary age students for free (Concessions cost extra) page 13 8 Join the Kansas Explorers Club (annual membership is $1861) and find out about cool things in the state of Kansas 9 Take the family for a hike on the Boy Scout exploration trail located at the Wellington Lake 10 Play Basketball in the dark A team of 5 High School age can play Glow Basketball at the Armory on October 20th page 9 11 Watch a WRC Adult Flag Football game page 10 12 Attend a SKKS GoKart Race at the Wellington Kart Track on October 13th or 20th 13 Log on to a computer and visit the site wwwkshsorgancestory to trace your familyrsquos Kansas lineage for free 14 Middle School Students can attend the WRC Teen Center on Tuesdays 7mdash9 pm page 13 15 Do some Christmas shopping at the Countdown To Christmas Festival on Nov 17th at WHS 16 Kids Come to the Little Elves Party and make a special gift page 20 17 Take a walk with your family friends or pets at the walking trails at Worden Park or Century Park 18 Visit Santa at Breakfast With Santa at the Memorial Auditorium on Dec 1st page 18 19 Go visit the Wellington Regent Theatre and see a good movie 20 Take your children and see a performance of ―Narnia performed by the Childrenrsquos Community Theatre on Nov 9-11 the Old

Jr High auditorium page 17

ldquoThe Biggest Little Dealership in Kansasrdquo

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have several value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with choice of

colors to make it exactly what you want but with the added

benefits of the hassle and mess staying with us So sit

back relax and enjoy the celebration

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Games 1 12 hours $45 up to 25 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility

The Party 1 12 hours $70 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $90 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

DANCE PARTIES (All include the use of WRCrsquos music system (CDrsquos must

be provided by the party) and require a $25 refundable

deposit)

Level 1 2 hours $60 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom only

Level 2 2 hours $75 up to 35 participants Includes

Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs Concessions amp

Game Room Facilities

Level 3 2 frac12 hours $100 up to 50 participants but no

more Includes Use of upstairs Ballroom downstairs

Concessions amp Game Room Facilities

SLUMBER PARTIES 700pm -1000am $125 (+$25 refundable deposit) up to

35 participants Includes Use of downstairs concession

stand game room facility upstairs ballroom and 2

WRC supervisors until 11pm (Parent(s) must stay over-

night with party) WRCrsquos music system may be used

until 11pm but all CDrsquos must be provided by the par-

ticipants Pizzas Donuts and cakes are available for

purchase as well

ADDITIONAL PARTY INFORMATION Reservations should be made at least 2 weeks in advance to guarantee availability

of building and personnel A $25 Deposit is required before we can reserve your date on our calendar All fees must be paid at

least 3 business days before the requested date to avoid cancellation and forfeiture of deposit Times available are Fridays Satur-

days and Sundays unless otherwise approved by the WRC Availability is subject to change and at is the WRCrsquos discretion

There will be an additional $10 cleaning fee for participants who request to bring in their own approved cake and refreshments A

WRC Rental Form must be completed on ALL party requests

FACILITY RENTALS The Recreation Center Memorial Auditorium Armory and the

McKinley building may be reserved and rented Call the WRC at 326-

3323 for more information or stop by and pick up a Rental Packet

today Please note that a Facility Rental Application must be re-

turned along with the applicable deposit before we can reserve your

date on our calendars

Consider these possibilities when planning your grouprsquos meeting

celebration retreat or event

Wellington Recreation Commission (202 S Jefferson)

-Several options are available

Meeting Room

Upstairs Ballroom North Room and Kitchen

Downstairs Game Room

Entire WRC Buildingndash Ballroom Kitchen Game Room and North Room

Memorial Auditorium (208 N Washington)

- All options may not be available due to ADA renovations starting

this fall

Class A (entire auditorium including floor stage concourse and mezzanine

Class Bndash Use of floor concourse and mezzanine

Class Cndash Use of floor and mezzanine

McKinley Building (514 N Olive)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

Armory (218 S High St)

- May be rented by the hour with a maximum charge per day

THEME BIRTHDAY PARTIES We have two value-packed

reasonably-priced party packages available with

customizable themes of your choice to make it exactly

what you want but with the added benefits of the hassle

and mess staying with us Please come relax and enjoy

the celebration

Theme Parties MUST be booked 10 days minimum

before date of party to ensure party supplies are

ordered in time

ALL birthday parties include 1 coordinator to set up run

party and clean up

The Party 1 12 hours $85 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake punch platesnapkinssilverwarecups 12

party favors and 1 personalized banner

The Works 1 12 hours $105 up to 12 participants

Includes Use of Game Room Facility a decorated hand-

made cake ice cream punch platesnapkinssilverware

cups helium balloons 12 party favors 1 personalized

banner 15 birthday invitations and 12 make and take

crafts

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

P A I N T B A L L T R I P Run crawl or dive behind a tree stump an old car or tractor tires to avoid incoming fire We‟re plan-ning a Fall trip to the Graffiti Paintball Fields by Belle Plaine Players may use their own equipment but must buy paintballs at the course ($5 for 100 paint-balls) Find your camouflage tell your friends and come prepared for fun LIMITED TO THE FIRST 35 TO SIGN UP DATE September 29th Saturday AGE 6th-12th Grade TIME Bus Leaves at 1030 am from WRC amp returns to WRC 330 pm FEE $35 (includes 500 paintballs equipment rental amp transportation) For more information on paintballs Nitrogen amp CO2 refills etc call the WRC Bring your own snacks amp wear long sleeves etc for the trip All participants

must fill out a waiver form and have a parent or guardianrsquos signature

The Youth Center ldquoKid‟s Clubrdquo has been updated and ready for fun fall activities eatures include a full-service concession stand and snack bar area The Center has a big screen TV Wii PS2 Xbox 360 W Kinect along with numerous games pool tables air hockey tables ping pong and Super Chexx Hockey Game Most games are free with a 25cent deposit which is refunded when the equipment is returned free of damage Adult and High School supervision is provided Kids Club will be CLOSED on Wednesdays holidays early release days and when there is no school

Kidrsquos Club will be open to kids K-5th grade

starting Tuesday September 4th Kindergarten may attend if accompanied by

an older sibling

Kidrsquos Club hours 330-500 pm Monday Tuesday Thursday Friday

The WRC Teen Center will be open for

Middle School students on Tuesdays from 700-900 pm

beginning September 4th 302 North Washington

Wellington KS 67152

620-326-6554

Tuesday thru Friday 11 am-2 pm 5 pm-9 pm

Saturday amp Sunday 11 amndash 9 pm

Closed Monday

FABIOLArsquoS MEXICAN

RESTAURANT

AND CLUB

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

6TH-8TH DANCES the WRC The tradition continueshellip dance to the latest hits some oldies and as always your favorites ldquoBack Door Wristbandsrdquo will be available for purchase from the WRC office and at the middle school during lunch hour the day of the dances amp on Friday when there is a Saturday dance for $300 Regular Admission is $500 at the door Dances take place from 800-1000 pm

DANCE DATES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE DOOR PRIZES AT EACH DANCE

Semi-Formal Dress Code Nice dress clothes should be worn jeans shorts or hatsvisors will not be allowed (black or white jeans OK) School Dress Code enforced Students in 6th-8th grades may not leave the WRC at dances until the center closes or the dance is over unless a parent speaks with the supervisor Parents must pick up their children promptly 10 pm Doors will only open 5 minutes be-fore the beginning of the dances Please do not drop teens off anymore than 5 minutes before dances start

RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY RED LINE EVENTS ARE SPONSORED BY The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund The Helen Voran Trust Fund andandand

SCCDAT SCCDAT SCCDAT Sumner Co Community Drug Action Team

AFTER GAME PIZZA

PARTIES

ITS RED LINE TIME

FOR MIDDLE SCHOOLERS Wersquove scheduled pizza parties after home football games and Friday nights this fall so you can meet your

friends for some fun Get ready for action games contests music

and of course pizza As always students will not be allowed to leave once inside until the

party is over or a parent picks them up

Aug 31st after Goddard Sept 14th after Augusta

HOMECOMING Oct 5th after Andale Oct 12th Clearwater

Dec 8th Fridays from 930-1130 pm

At Memorial Auditorium For 6th-8th graders

PRICE $3 at the door

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

Get your costumes ready and come for

goblins of fun at WRCrsquos Halloween Fun

Fest for kids Just dress up in your fa-

vorite costume and join us Enjoy these

Halloween festivities a costume contest

games yummy snacks treat bags and

crafts Please register by Wednesday

1024 Sorry we will not be able to

take walk-in registrations the evening

of the event $5 Late Fee charged Wed

amp Thur Oct 25th amp 26th

Min 30 Max 80

Quality Fresh and Frozen

Steven and Jamie Metzen Owners 101 N Osborn Box 37 Mayfield KS

620-434-5321

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

Shoot free-throws and win a turkey to enjoy for the holidays Kidsndash grab a parent grandparent or legal guard-ian for this chance During this event we will shoot baskets from different locations on the court with 1st-2nd 3rd-4th and 5th-6th grade divisions offered The winning team in each division will receive a $15 grocery gift card the second place a $10 gift card to put towards their families‟ Thanksgiving dinner Pre-registration required

Age Divisions 1st-2nd 3rd-4th amp 5th-6th

1515 North A bull Wellington bull KS 67152 bull 620-359-5000

23rd Annual

Chili amp Salsa Cook-off

Public Tasting starts at Noon

Judging amp Trophies to follow

Tasting Kits for sale at 1130 am

$200 per kit add $100 for a bottle

of water

Fall Fest Car Show 9 am to 2 pm

Antique Walk 10 am to 4 pm

5K RunWalk for MDA 8 am Registrationmdash9am Race

Alzheimerrsquos Memory Walk 10 am ndashHeritage Park

Sumner Co Young Professionals

Dodgeball Tournament Pre-Registration Required

10amndash Memorial Auditorium

Fundraiser Food Court 9 am to 2 pm

Kids Events amp Games 10 am to 2 pm

Advance Tickets can be purchased for $7 At the Chamber of Commerce or from Cast Members

Doors open 30 minutes before Showtime Wellington Community Theater Childrenrsquos Theater of Wellington

At Old Jr High Audtiorium 311 N A Wellington KS

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

Santa has a very busy schedule but he will join us for this special visit at the WRC The festive morning includes breakfast a Christ-mas craft holiday treat bags and a keepsake photo taken with Santa by Susanrsquos Portrait Designs Photos will be ready for pick up by Dec 12th Children 3 years amp under must be accompanied by an adult Please pre-register by Wed Nov 28th $5 late fee charged Thurs Nov 29th amp Fri the 30th Sorry we will not be able to take walk-in registrations the day of the event Saturday December 1st 900 -1030 am For 10 years amp under $700 At Recreation Center MIN 15 MAX 75

Sites amp Times

Each elementary school mdash

Eisenhower Kennedy Lincoln amp Washington

After school to 530 pm - Mon-Fri

6thmdash8th Grades at Middle School

After school to 445 pmmdashMon-Fri

Wellington After School

Programs

Please call 326-4300 x 0 For more information

HUMMINGBIRD

PRINTING

WRC KIDrsquoS CHRISTMAS PARTY

FRIDAY bull DECEMBER 14TH

330-500 pm bull at REC CENTER

FREE for Kids Kind-5th gr

Wersquore throwing a Christmas

party just for you

Enjoy yummy holiday snacks

and sweet treats

Please have Kind-1st gr accompanied

by parent or older sibling

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

All supplies will be provided at the YOUTH amp ADULT Leisure Arts workshops unless otherwise noted

We need all of Santarsquos elves to prepare for the Christmas

holiday We will make several special holiday projects a

Christmas tree ornament and a hand print Santa orna-

ment In the first class the children will create their per-

sonal handprint in clay and in the second class the pro-

ject will be painted with glaze Handprints will then be

fired a second time and ready for pick up Friday Decem-

ber 14th

DAYDATES Mondays December 3 amp 10

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1600

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MIN 6 MAX 14

The Dress A Bear contest is a community service project to provide children in need with a cozy companion

Participants will compete against each other to fashion a bear The best dressed bears will receive prizes All

bears will be donated to the Sumner Regional Medical Center and area childrenrsquos organizations The bears

will touch the lives of children who are suffering by providing ―bearapyrsquo

To participate bears may be adopted for FREE at the Wellington Recreation Center The bears will be distrib-

uted by first come first serve basis one per family There are no rules as to the fashion design of the bear

Bears will be available October 1st and must be returned to the WRC by November 21st

They will be displayed at the WRC November 28th-30th (Wed-Fri) All citizens are invited to judge the bears on the following categories sportiest prettiest or cuddliest Please

place ballots in the box next to the bearrsquos display One prize will be awarded per category

CHRISTMAS SECRET We are red and green and ready for Christmas with

these festive projects Wersquoll make a special snowflake

and snowman charm bracelet and paint a ceramic

Christmas tree with a opening suitable to hold a wallet

size school photo

DAYDATE Tuesday November 27

TIME 400-500 pm

AGE 6 amp up

PRICE $1200

INSTRUCTOR Debbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

WRC PLAY SCHOOL New at the WRC Your young child will have fun

learning basic numbers and letter skills with Debbie

our pre-school instructor with 22 years experience

Each class will have a different theme that will in-

clude crafts snacks stories skills and games

DAY Monday amp Friday

DATE September 24 amp 28

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 3-5 years

PRICE $1400

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Recreation Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 20

THREE EYED ALIEN CERAMICS Letrsquos get to painting This 3 eyed alien doubles as a candy

shaker ready to hold all those Halloween treats Note

USD 353 is out this day so itrsquos the prefect time to create

DAYDATE Friday October 19

TIME 1000-1100 am

AGE 5 years amp up

PRICE $1000

INSTRUCTORDebbie Zens

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 14

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

Please note The WRC sells fused glass in 12rdquox12rdquo squares and smaller sizes and jewelry hardware We can also fire your glass projects

for a small fee

FUSED GLASS JEWELRY Make beautiful jewelry for that special holiday party or to

give to a special someone for Christmas Yoursquoll make

five pendants with bails

DAY Monday Nov 12

TIME 500-630 pm

FEE $22

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

The stained glass bench is back this fall We brought the popular class back this summer after holding it

in several years ago and find it as popular as ever Donrsquot miss your chance to make a beautiful and unique

bench with your choice of designs The bird bath molds and patterns are also available to create There is

a short supply list available at the WRC upon registration Class days are flexible we can work around

your busy life and schedule

DAY Mondays amp Wednesdays

DATES Sept 24ndash Oct 22

TIME 530-730 pm

FEE $40 Bird Bath

$70 Bench

INSTRUCTOR Marcine Goodrum

LOCATION McKinley Building 514 N

Olive

MINIMUM 6 MAXIMUM 12

BEADED JEWELRY Wersquore back this fall with more unique and beautiful bead

work Create a one-of-a kind bracelet or anklet and a pair

of earrings using beautiful beads for a fraction of the de-

partment store price Fee includes jewelry hardware and

beads to make the three projects Additional beads may

be purchased in class to make more jewelry

DAYDATE Monday October 29

TIME 530 ndash630 pm

PRICE $16

INSTRUCTOR Amy Groom

LOCATION Elsass Art Center

MINIMUM 5 MAXIMUM 12

El Chile Verde

119 W Harvey Wellington KS 67152

620-326-5337

Gift cards Available Accepts VisaMCDiscover

Open Tue-Sat 11 am-9 pm

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

defaultaspx

The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

CRUSADER ALERTS Stay connected to USD 353 and WRC programs with Crusader Alerts and WRC Message Manager courtesy of Impact Bank Messages can be sent as e-mails or text messages to your cell phone wire-

less PDA or pager Receive important informa-tion about game cancella-

tions due to inclement weather program remind-

ers and emergency information

To sign up for the WRC Message Manager fill out an information card avail-

able at the WRC office or Log on to welling-

tonreccom or httpwwwusd353comRESOURCESParent

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The Memorial Auditorium ADA Renovation will begin this fall and will

continue through the summer 2013 Please see the publicworks link in

the City of Wellington website wwwcityofwellingtonnetpublicworks

Memorial Auditorium

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

620-326-7413 bull 402 North Washington Wellington Professional Service With A Personal Touch

Ron Kimball bull Terry Brawley

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event

GOLDEN CHAIN

GROUP If you are looking for a

good game of cards fun

and conversation come to

the WRC each Wednesday

and play the afternoon away

from 100-400 pm This

is a free weekly event for

Senior citizens who

enjoy playing pitch

pinochle and socializing

12 00 pm NOON Senior Luncheon Please join us for a delicious luncheon followed by a white

elephant gift exchange

Our delicious meal will include Chicken Divan Pasta Salad Dinner Rolls Dessert

and Beverages

100 pm Prize Bingo

Prize Food Baskets will be given

200 pm Cards amp Dominos

Join this yearrsquos National Assisted Living Weekreg celebration at Sterling

House in Wellington Sterling House residents will present Art for the Ages

open to the public in September

Art For The Ages is an opportunity to share enjoy and to congratulate

the mastery of art music sports and the development of skill

Assisted Living communities around the country will be celebrating

remembering and showing their talents together

Art supplies and instructions for the Wellington residents will be donated

by the Wellington Recreation Commission prior to the event