September through December 2016

FUNBOOK
September through December 2016
Saturday, September 17th
6:00pm – 8:00pm
Riverlakes Community Center
$15 per adult/$10 per child (Ages 3 - 12)
NEW
Kern County Pet Fair
Join NOR as we partner with the Kern County Pet Fair. This event will be held at the
Kern County Fairgrounds and admission is FREE! NOR will be putting on contests for
your pets, such as cutest pet, ugliest pet, pet-owner lookalike, and more! For more
information be sure to check out our website norfun.org or kcpetfair.com. Call the
event coordinator for more information at 392-2010.
FREE! Movies will start at Dusk.
SPONSORED BY:
STARLIGHT
MOVIE PROJECT
Polo Community Park
11801 Noriega Road
Emerald Cove Park
4303 Patton Way
Saturday, October 15th
10:00 am – 4:00pm
NEW
Pickleball
A great opportunity at a very affordable price to learn how to play the country’s
fastest growing sport, Pickleball!!! Everyone will be taught basic Pickleball strokes
and strategy in a fun, non intimidating and creative atmosphere. Instruction is game
based with lots of play. Participants are encouraged to stay and play afterwards on
Bakersfield’s best Pickleball courts with superb lighting for evening play.
Session 1
Thursdays September 8 – October 6 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Saturdays September 10 – October 8 9:00am - 10:30am
Session 2
Thursdays October 20 – November 17 6:00pm – 7:30pm
Saturdays October 22 – November 19 9:00am – 10:30am
$35/$25 Registration can be accepted at any NOR location.
Each class is limited to the first 20 people to register.
BRC will provide equipment if the participant doesn’t have their own
Bakersfield Racquet Club, 1660 Pine St. Call 392.2081 for more information.
NEW Creative & Performing Arts Day Camp
WHAT’S NEW
“Arabian Nights” Theme
Enjoy casual dinner, dancing, and dessert with the entire family! Professional family
photos will be available for a reasonable fee. Last day to register is Wednesday,
September 14th. No tickets for sale at the door or online. Register in person at one of
our community centers. Call the event supervisor at 392-2010 for more information.
Friday Movies in the Park
October 21st (PG)
Family Dance
September 9th (PG)
NEW
This Fun and Exciting New Day Camp will provide a place for your child
to experience the arts in an all new way by creating Art Projects,
Learning Music, Singing, Dancing, Skits, and Camp Participants will enjoy
making their own camp T-Shirts (T-shirts provided). Campers bring their
own sack lunch. During the last two hours of camp on December 30th,
there will be a reception with a gallery showing of the art projects, and
performances of skits, musical selections, dances, and songs learned
at camp.
December 19th-30th
(No class December 26th)
$260/$225 resident
Ages: K-6
8:00am - 5:00pm with Drop off: 7:30-8:00am & Pickup: 5:00-6:00pm
Riverview Community Center, 401 Willow Drive (661-392-2020)
Country Line Dancing is a fun way to exercise and socialize. We will learn line
dances like Electric Slide, Tulsa Time, Watermelon Crawl, Boot Scootin’ Boogie
and Cowboy Cha Cha. Ages 13 & up.
YEAR ROUND CLASS
Mondays
5:30pm - 6:30pm (Beginners)
6:30pm - 7:30pm (Intermediate)
$6 Drop-In Fee Only
Greenacres Community Center, 2014 Calloway Drive, 392.2010
Improv Classes
IMPROV 101 (18 and up): This class is the Center for Improv Advancement’s
introductory class to the world of improv! Whether you’re an actor looking to
increase the in-demand skill of improvisation for professional commercial or
theatrical work, or just someone who enjoys making people laugh and wants to
have more fun and play in their life, this class will benefit EVERYBODY! In our 101
class, participants will work on the core skills of improvisation, building a foundation
of acceptance, commitment, ensemble and FUN culminating in a show for friends
and family! All of our instructors are respected members of the improv community,
locally, regionally, and some nationally! Come play with us, share the party, and
brighten your future!
$75/$60 (6 classes)
September 17th – October 22nd /Saturdays 12:00pm-3:00pm
Fruitvale Norris Rec. Building, 6220 Norris Road
Teenprov 101 (7th – 12th grades, 12-18 years of age): This class is the Center for
Improv Advancement’s introductory class to the world of improv! Whether your child
is an actor looking to increase the in-demand skill of improvisation for professional
commercial or theatrical work, or just someone who enjoys making people laugh
and wants to have more fun and play in their life, this class will benefit EVERYBODY!
In our 101 class, participants will work on the core skills of improvisation, building a
foundation of acceptance, commitment, ensemble and FUN, culminating in a show
for friends and family! All of our instructors are respected members of the improv
community, locally, regionally, and some nationally! Come play with us, share the
party, and brighten your future! That’s right, it’s the same class as the adult
workshop… BUT FOR TEENAGERS!
Fee: $75/$60 (6 classes)
September 24th – October 29th /Saturdays 3:00pm-6:00pm
Fruitvale Norris Rec. Building, 6220 Norris Road
Riverview Community Center, 401 Willow Drive, 392.2020
$10/drop in
$38/month, unlimited
GREENACRES COMMUNITY CENTER
(2014 Calloway Drive, 392.2010)
Wednesdays: 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Order of the Dragon
Master Earl Absher, 8th degree black belt with over 42 years
experience, teaches a combination of Tae Kwon Do, Karate, and
self-defense for ages 4 to adult. Practical “real life” self
protection program for all students. Goals are to teach self
defense, stranger dangers, and safety awareness, with an
emphasis on respect and discipline. Year round program, sign up
any time! Please come visit us on the web at
orderofthedragon.com or call us at 661.588.3217.
TUESDAYS
Beginners/White Belts: 6:00pm - 6:40pm
Yellow Belts: 6:45pm - 7:25pm
Orange Belts & Above: 7:30pm - 8:10pm
FRIDAYS
Beginners/White Belts: 6:00pm - 6:40pm
Yellow Belts: 6:45pm - 7:25pm
Orange Belts & Above: 7:30pm - 8:10pm
SATURDAYS
Beginners/White Belts: 9:30am - 10:10am
Yellow Belts: 10:15am - 10:55am
Orange Belts & Above: 11:00am - 11:40am
$35 per month (one class per week)
$45 per month (three classes per week)
Greenacres Community Center, 2014 Calloway Drive, 392.2010
Dance Mix with Anya
Dance Mix with Anya is a dance class combining several dance
styles such as hip hop, jazz funk, and other related genres. Anya
is an experienced dance instructor all the way from Russia! She
works to develop your skills and expand your knowledge, while
providing an energetic and fun experience. Anya has worked
with many grand-master dancers and choreographers to bring
her expertise to Bakersfield. Come join the movement!
Ages 12 & up.
FREE! class Wednesday, September 7th
Mondays and Wednesdays 5:30pm-6:30pm
September 7th - September 28th $60
(7 weeks with first class free)
October 3rd - October 26th $80 (8 weeks)
November 7th - November 30th $80 (8 weeks)
December 5th - December 21st $60 (6 weeks)
January 9th - January 30th $60
(6 weeks) no class on January 16th
Drop in class: $12
Greenacres Community Center, 2014 Calloway Drive, 392.2010
CLASSES
Line Dancing
League
Fee**
(per team)
Registration
Open Gym
**$25 late fee
Managers
Meeting
Fee: $30 15-day pass/$3 per day. Players AND spectators must pay fee. Ages 18 and older ONLY.
League
Start/End
Days
Game
Times
Locations
Adult
Baseball
$1800
Jan 13Feb 15
Feb 22
Mar 12Oct 8
Sunday
TBD
Polo
Riverview
Coed
Volleyball
(Fall)
$350
Aug 22 Sept 16
TBD
Sept 27Nov 17
A Division:
Tuesdays
Upper B,
Upper B Mid
& Lower B
Division:
Thursdays
TBD
RiverLakes
Standard
8/8-9/7 & 11/21-12/21 ONLY, Cash ONLY
Coed
Volleyball
(Winter)
$350
Dec 1 - 30
TBD
Jan 17Mar 9
A Division:
Tuesdays
Upper B,
Upper B Mid
& Lower B
Division:
Thursdays
TBD
RiverLakes
Standard
Coed & Men’s
Slow Pitch
Softball (Fall)
$450
Jul 27 Aug 24
Aug 31
6 pm
Greenacres
Sept 11Dec 8
Sun-Wed
TBD
N. Rosedale
Greenacres
Coed & Men’s
Slow Pitch
Softball
(Spring 2017)
$450
Dec 14 - Jan 11
Jan 18
6 pm
Greenacres
Jan 29Apr 26
Sun-Wed
TBD
N. Rosedale
Greenacres
5 on 5 Coed
Basketball
(Fall)
$500
Aug 1 - Aug 26
Aug 31
6 pm
RiverLakes
Sept 12
Mon-Thurs
6:30p
7:30p
8:30p
9:30p
Greenacres,
RiverLakes,
Standard,
Riverview
Coed, Men
and Women’s
Indoor Soccer
(Winter 2017)
$325
Jan 10
6 pm
Greenacres
Jan 22Apr 9
TBD
Greenacres
Dec 7 - Jan 4
Saturday
Sunday
Riverview Community Center
Greenacres Community Center
(401 Willow Drive, 392.2020)
(2014 Calloway Drive, 392.2010)
Monday - Friday
Monday - Friday
11:00am - 2:00pm
11:30am - 1:30pm
RiverLakes Ranch Community Center
(3825 Riverlakes Drive, 392.2081)
Monday - Friday
Monday and Wednesday
11:00am - 2:00pm
6:30pm - 8:30pm
Tennis Time @ Westdale Park
Learn basic to advanced tennis skills in a fun atmosphere. Junior
tennis includes beginners age 5 to 11. Advanced beginners must pass
the beginner test (no age requirement). Elementary age students may
play with Advance Adult class with instructor’s permission. All rackets
and balls are supplied. This is a year round program. Make up lessons
are available. Good manners and etiquette are stressed.
(NO Classes 9/23-10-2) FALL SESSION 2016: Sept. 5 - Oct. 29
(9/10-10/29) Beginners
(9/6-10/18) Beginners
(9/10-10/29) Adv. Beginners
SAT
TUE
SAT
(9/5-10/17) Beginners
(9/6-10/18) Adv. Adults
MON
TUE
Junior Development
8:00am - 9:30pm
$62/$52
4:00pm - 5:30pm
$62/$52
9:30am - 11:00am
$62/$52
Adults and High School Students
6:30pm - 7:30pm
$50/$40
6:30pm - 8:00pm
$62/$52
SUN
Oct. 9 - Nov. 13
Adults and High School Students
1:00pm - 2:30pm
$62/$52
Kidz Love Soccer
For children ages 2 to 10. Your child will learn speed dribbling,
multi- directional dribbling, passing, shooting, defending, and
much more. The emphasis is on sportsmanship, effort, learning,
and fun in a non-competitive environment. Shin guards are
required.
Wednesdays, September 14 - November 12
Liberty Park, 11225 Brimhall Road
Saturdays, September 17 - November 15
Mommy/Daddy & Me $77/$67 resident, includes jersey
Westdale Park, 15400 Westdale Drive
All others $116/$106 resident, includes jersey
Mommy/Daddy & Me $77/$67 resident, includes jersey
All others $116/$106 resident, includes jersey
Mommy/Daddy Ages 2-3.5 5:25pm - 5:55pm
and Me
Mommy/Daddy Ages 2-3.5 5:10pm - 5:40pm
and Me
Tot/Pre Soccer
Ages 3.5-5 3:10pm - 3:45pm
Soccer 1
Ages 5-6
3:45pm - 4:30pm
Tot Soccer
Ages 3.5-4
3:10pm - 3:40pm
Soccer 2:
Soccer Skillz
& Scrimmages
Ages 7-10
4:30pm - 5:15pm
Pre Soccer
Ages 4-5
3:40pm - 4:15pm
Soccer 1
Ages 5-6
4:15pm - 5:00pm
Rain-Out Hotline: 1-888-372-5803. For more information,
e-mail info@kidzlovesoccer.com or call 392-2010.
SPORTS
Adult Sports
Advanced Adults
Westdale Park, 15400 Westdale Drive
For more info please call 392.2010
Lacrosse Clinic
2 day 2 hour clinic
Registration: Oct. 12- Nov. 10
Pre-registration preferred, but walk-ups welcomed.
Dates: November 12 and 19
Times: 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Location: Polo Community Park, 11801 Noriega Rd.
Fee: $25 Age: 7-16 year olds
Learn the basics of this fast moving, action packed sport during
a two day clinic.
Tot Sports help build childrens’ motor development skills through completion of basic
sports tasks. Ages 3-6. $54/$49 resident* 392.2081
**Participant must be the minimum age of his/her age group by the last day of the session.
TOT SOCCER
This program teaches children a variety of soccer skills including: dribbling, kicking
and passing, trapping, throw-ins, and running/agility. Teamwork is emphasized in this
program. Children will learn how to play soccer in a FUN, non-competitive
environment. Parent participation is required. A field instructor will be assigned to
each team to assist parents in implementation of drills.
TOT FOOTBALL
This program teaches children a variety of football skills including: throwing, catching,
pulling flags, running/agility, and kicking/punting. Teamwork is emphasized in this
program. Children will learn how to play football in a FUN, non-threatening
environment. Parent participation is required. A field instructor will be assigned to
each team to assist parents in implementation of drills.
TOT BASKETBALL
Children will learn the basic skills of basketball in a FUN, non-competitive
environment. This instructional program teaches children a variety of basketball skills
including dribbling/ball handling, shooting, passing/catching, and running/agility.
Teamwork is emphasized. Parent participation is required. An instructor will be
assigned to each team to assist parents in the implementation of drills.
SOCCER
Aug 13 - Sept 17 (Saturdays, NO class Sept. 3)
*Fee includes t-shirt, ball, and medal.
Westdale Park (15400 Westdale Dr.)
Age 3 - 9:00am - 9:45am
Age 4 - 10:00am - 10:45am
Ages 5 and 6 - 11:00am - 11:45am
OR
North Meadows Park (3300 McCray St.)
Ages 3 and 4 - 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Ages 5 and 6 - 3:00pm - 3:45pm
FOOTBALL
Oct 1 - 29 (Saturdays)
*Fee includes t-shirt, football and medal.
Almondale Park (5501 Verdugo Lane)
Age 3 - 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Age 4 - 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Ages 5 and 6 - 3:00pm - 3:45pm
BASKETBALL
Nov 12 - Dec 17 (Saturdays, No class Nov 26)
*Fee includes t-shirt, ball, and medal.
RiverLakes Ranch Community Center (3825 Riverlakes Drive)
Age 3 - 9:00am - 9:45am
Age 4 - 10:00am - 10:45am
Age 5 - 11:00am - 11:45am
OR
Beardsley Jr. High (1001 Roberts Lane)
Ages 3 & 5 - 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Ages 5 & 6 - 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Robots 4 Tots
Come join us on this robotic day! Children and parents work together to
create their own robot to take home. Enjoy this FUN Robot activity day
for FREE! Robots for Tots is brought to you by Chevron and NOR.
Friday, October 7th
10:30am - 1:00pm
Ages 3 1/2 to 5 years of age
Registration begins:
September 1 -30th
Space is limited so sign up quickly!
For more information, please call 392.2029 or 392.2054
Riverview Community Center, 401 Willow Drive, 392.2020
Greenacres Co-Op Preschool
TOTS
TOT Sports
Children will participate in hands-on learning age appropriate
activities focused on our new curriculum (STEM) Science, Technology,
Engineering, Math, Literacy. Plus fun, games, arts/crafts and lots of play
time. Parents are required to work in the classroom twice per month.
Children must be 4 years of age as of September 1, 2016.
CLASS 1:
CLASS 2:
Monday: 8:30am - 11:30am
Tuesday: 8:30am - 11:30am
Wednesday: 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Wednesday: 8:30am - 11:30am
Friday: 8:30am - 11:30am
Thursday: 8:30am - 11:30am
$25 one time registration fee
$168/$150 resident monthly fee OR $504/$450 resident session fee
SESSION 1: September 6, 2016 - November 18, 2016
SESSION 2: November 28, 2016 - February 24, 2017
SESSION 3: February 27, 2017 - May 19, 2017
Parent Orientation Dates: 9:00am Sept. 1st or Sept. 2nd
(parents only need attend one of the listed orientation dates)
**Pre-Register NOW for the new Fall school year 2015!
Child’s immunizations must be current! Child must be toilet trained!
Greenacres Community Center, 2014 Calloway Drive, 392.2010
We are offering free educational,
recreational, social programs and
activities to assist children up to five
years of age and their parents to learn
skills necessary for adequate school
preparation.
LITTLE LEARNERS
Monday-Thursday
9:00am - 10:00am
Ages 18 months - 5yrs
Little Learners offers free educational,
recreational, and social opportunities
where the parents and children prepare
together for kindergarten readiness.
4 and 5 READY TO STRIVE
Monday - Thursday
10:00am - 11:00am
Ages 4 - 5
Get your child ready for kindergarten!!
Our 4 and 5 Class is structured toward
kindergarten readiness. Age appropriate
hands-on activities are provided to help
further your child’s educational
development, expand social skills, and
learn in a classroom environment.
SPINNING TALES:
Wednesdays, 11:00am - 11:30am
AWESOME ART:
Tuesdays, 11:00am - 11:30am
FIT-N-FUN FRIDAYS:
Fridays, 9:00am - 10:00am
Ages 3 - 5
Come join the fun with your child and
listen to a new storybook each week in
our Spinning Tales class. On Tuesdays,
work together with your child on an age
appropriate art activity in our Awesome
Art class. On Fridays, experience with
your child play activities followed by a
simple science, creative, and/or
hands-on activity in our Fit-N-Fun Fridays
class.
Office Hours:
Monday - Friday 8:00am -5:00pm
Child’s immunizations must be current!
CLASSES ARE FREE TO FAMILIES WITH
CHILDREN 18 MONTHS - 5 YEARS OLD
***We also offer FREE evening
COURT APPROVED PARENTING classes.
Please contact us for more information.
Riverview Community Center
401 Willow Drive
392.2029 or 392.2054
Riverview Co-Op Preschool
Children will participate in hands-on
learning age appropriate activities
focused on new curriculum (STEM)
Science, Technology, Engineering, Math,
Literature. Plus fun, games, arts/crafts
and lots of play time. Parents are
required to work in the classroom twice
per month. Child’s immunizations must
be current! Child must be toilet trained!
*Pre-Register NOW for new school year!
Parent Orientation is August 31, 2016
at 1:00pm.
SESSION 1:
September 6, 2016-November 17, 2016
SESSION 2:
November 29, 2016-February 23, 2017
SESSION 3:
February 28, 2017 - May 18, 2017
AGES 3 - 5 (Must be by start date) Registration Fee: $25
Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
10:15am - 1:15pm Class
-ORTuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays
1:15pm - 4:15pm Class
$450 per session/$150 per month
Call for more information:
Riverview Community Center
401 Willow Drive
392.2029 or 392.2054
Teen Scene ~ Godspell
This legendary rock musical is a uniquely jubilant, outrageously
entertaining, and emotionally powerful celebration of the Gospel
according to St. Matthew. A classic rock musical, Godspell boasts an
unforgettable score by Stephen Schwartz, author of the Broadway
mega-hit Wicked.
Friday, September 23rd at 7:00 pm
Saturday, September 24th at 1:00pm & 7:00 pm
East Bakersfield High School
2200 Quincy Street
Purchase Tickets in Advance at any NOR facility:
$10 Adult / $8 Child/Senior
At the Door: $12 Adult / $10 Child/Senior
Variety Show
This is a true Variety Show. Come with songs, dances or skits
prepared that you are interested in performing. There will also be
duets, small group numbers and two company numbers. While
everyone will be cast, not all audition numbers will be performed.
Auditions
Saturday, December 3
1:00pm
Riverview Neighborhood Place, 401 Willow Drive
$95/$80 resident
(any age can audition and participate, child through adult)
Cast Meeting January 2, 2017
Performances: February 11, 2017
Location: TBD
Elf Jr. The Musical
Based on the beloved holiday film, Elf Jr. the Musical is a hilarious
fish-out-of-water comedy that follows Buddy the Elf in his quest to
find his true Identity. This modern day holiday classic is sure to make
every young performer embrace their inner elf with plenty of large
ensemble numbers featuring elves and “New Yorkers” of every type.
Auditions
Saturday, Sept. 10
Riverview Neighborhood Place
401 Willow Drive
K-6th: 9:00am-11:00am
7th-12th: 1:00pm
$95/$85 resident
Parent Meeting Oct. 3 at 6:00pm
MORE FUN
Neighborhood Place
Community Learning Center
Performances
Friday, Dec. 9 at 7:00pm
Saturday, Dec. 10 at
1:00pm & 7:00pm
North High School
300 Galaxy Avenue
Purchase tickets in advance
at any NOR facility.
$10/Adult $8/Child & Senior
$12/Adult $10/Child & Senior at door
Non-Profit Org.
U.S. Postage
PAID
Bakersfield, CA
Permit No. 981
NOR
Christmas
Parade
Saturday, December 10, 2016
10:00am
North Chester Avenue
405 Galaxy Ave., Bakersfield, CA 93308
Join us for the 44th annual
NOR Christmas Parade!
Applications will be available online
starting Monday, October 3, 2016.
Applications are due Thursday,
December 1, 2016 by 5:00 pm. This
year’s theme is to be determined, but
will be listed on the application. Any
questions please call the parade
director, Lisa Gonzalez, at 392-2010 or
email lgonzalez@norrecreation.org
NORfun.org
@norrecreation
facebook.com/norfun
@norfun
661.392.2000