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How to Register for Programs
                                               www.apexnc.org/peakconnect
        Preregistration is required for most programs offered by Apex Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources. Registration online
        is recommended.
        1. Online at PEAKconnect- www.apexnc.org/peakconnect
        2. In person at John M. Brown Community Center, Apex Senior Center or Halle Cultural Arts Center
        3. By mail to P.O. Box 250 Apex, NC 27502.
           Mail-in payment is by check only, made payable to: Town of Apex

REF UN D PO L I CY
Full Refunds - Registration fees are 100% refundable when programs and events are canceled or adjusted by the Apex Parks, Recreation,
and Cultural Resources Department. The Director of Parks, Recreation, and Cultural Resources shall have the authority to make decisions
on all requests not specifically covered herein. No refunds will be issued when the amount is less than $6.00.
Withdrawals/Transfers
1. Withdrawal 10 Calendar days or more in advance. A participant requesting to withdraw from a class must provide a written request
at least 10 calendar days in advance of the scheduled start date of the program. The participant will receive the full refund of fees minus
a $5.00 processing fee.
2. Withdrawal less than 10 Calendar days in advance. A participant requesting a refund in writing, less than 10 calendar days prior to
the scheduled start date of the program, will receive a 75% refund of the fees only if the participant can be replaced from the waiting list.
If there is not a waiting list for the program or athletic league then no refund will be issued.
3. Withdrawal after First meeting of a program/First regular season game. A participant requesting to withdraw, on the day of or after
the first meeting of any program, or the first regular season game of the affected league, will not be issued a refund.
4. Transfer Request. A participant requesting to transfer from one class date to another, within the same program and registration
period, must do so in writing at least 10 calendar days or more prior to the scheduled start date of the program.
5. Adult Team Withdrawals. Refunds for adult athletic programs requiring “team” registration will be issued based on policies and
procedures covering that particular program and are not subject to #s 1, 2, 3, and 4 above.
6. Youth Sports League Withdrawals. If there is a tryout for the athletic league, a full refund minus a $5.00 processing fee will be issued if
a written request to withdraw is made prior to the tryout day for the league. If the written request is made after the tryout for the athletic
league, a 75% refund will be issued only if the participant can be replaced from the waiting list.
7. Ticketed Events. All ticket sales are final. Refunds and withdrawals are not permitted.
Medical and Scholastic Exceptions - A full refund of all fees paid, minus a $5.00 processing fee, will be made for Athletic and Non-
Athletic Programs only if: 1. Prior to the first meeting of a program or the first game of the regular season the participant requests a
refund in writing including a written excuse from a licensed medical doctor indicating that the participant should not participate due to
medical concerns or physical limitations. 2. Prior to the first meeting of a program or the first game of the regular season the participant
requests a refund in writing including written verification that the participant has been included in either a Middle School, High School,
or College program that prohibits participation in recreational programs. Written verification can include a letter from the team coach, an
official team roster from the school or other school document indicating the school policy which prohibits the registrant’s participation.

             Inclusion Services
           Apex Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources welcomes the participation of individuals of all abilities. In compliance with
           the ADA, we will provide reasonable modifications to facilitate participation in our programs. To ensure that reasonable
       modifications are in place, modification requests should be received at least two weeks prior to the start date of the program.
       For more information, please contact Inclusion Services at 919-249-3507.

       WHAT IS A REASONABLE ADA MODIFICATION?
       Reasonable modifications are resources used to help allow a person with a disability to participate in any program. Resources
       may include, but are not limited to, auxiliary aids or services, adaptive equipment, additional staff training, and/or additional
       staff. Any modification that the Department considers cannot fundamentally alter a program.

CON NE C T W I T H U S!
PHONE: 919-249-3402                                 FOLLOW US ON FACEBOOK:                      MAILING ADDRESS: P.O. Box 250
EMAIL: peakconnect@apexnc.org                                                                                    Apex, NC 27502
WEBSITE: www.apexnc.org/parks                       www.facebook.com/ApexParks
                                                    www.facebook.com/groups/                    STAY NOTIFIED:
Trying to reach a specific staff member?            ApexSeniorAdults                            www.apexnc.org/notifyme
VISIT: www.apexnc.org/directory

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We’re Hiring!

    Visit www.apexnc.org/jobs to view all available
                                                                                                                        TABLE OF CONTENTS
    openings and apply online. We always have openings                                                                General Information                                     pgs. 2-4
    for part-time work and some full-time positions.
                                                                                                                      Preschool Programs                                      pgs. 5-6
                                                                                                                      Youth Programs                                         pgs. 7-13
                      Want to be an Instructor?                                                                       Summer Camps                                          pgs. 14-15
                                                                                                                      Teen & Adult Programs                                 pgs. 16-21
    We are always looking to add new programs! If you
    are interested in teaching for Preschool, Youth, Teen                                                             Specialized Recreation Programs                       pgs. 22-24
    or Adult Programs, please email elizabeth.shoaf@                                                                  Special Events                                        pgs. 25-27
    apexnc.org. If you are interested in teaching Senior
    (55+) programs, please email meghan.rushing@
                                                                                                                      Department Updates                                        pg. 28
    apexnc.org. For Specialized Recreation programs,
    please email allie.prelaske@apexnc.org. If you are
    interested in teaching Cultural Arts programs at The                                                               ON THE COVER: A performer from our 2022 Juneteenth
    Halle, please email marie.neal@apexnc.org.                                                                          Festival. Learn more about this year’s event on page 25.

                                                                   SUMMER 2023 HOLIDAY CLOSURES: May 29, June 19, July 4

                                                                                                                                 Fishing & Vessel Permits
                      Open Gym
                                                                                                                            Interested in fishing or boating? Pick up a fishing permit or
       The gyms at the John M. Brown Community Center are                                                                   vessel permit at the John M. Brown Community Center. Call
       available for all to use to play basketball and/or volleyball                                                        919-249-3402 for more info or visit www.apexnc.org/parks.
       during Open Gym hours. To participate, an Open Gym Pass
       must be purchased in person at the Community Center.                                                                      Apex Dog Parks
       Monthly Open Gym schedules (subject to change) are
       available at the Community Center or online. For more info,
       please visit www.apexnc.org/opengym.                                                                                 Apex has two dog parks located at Hunter Street Park (1250
                                                                                                                            Ambergate Station) and Apex Nature Park (2600 Evans
                                                                                                                            Road). Registration is available the Community Center or
                                                                                                                            online. Visit www.apexnc.org/dogparks for more info.

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                      Residency and ETJ
               For the purposes of Apex Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources program registration, an Apex resident is considered to be
               any family or individual that resides within the established corporate limits of the Town as defined by the Apex Planning and
               Community Development Department. Non-residents who may have an Apex address but live outside the corporate limits are
               considered “ETJ” (Extra Territorial Jurisdiction). Apex residents are given a two-week registration period before non-residents
               and ETJ participants can register for programs. Many of our programs fill quickly and waiting lists are formed. When we call
               participants off the waiting lists, residents are given priority followed by ETJ and then the remaining non-residents.
               If you have any questions regarding residency, please give us a call at 919-249-3402.

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G E N E R A L I N F O R M AT I O N

FACILITIES

                                     John M. Brown Community Center
                                       • Formerly known as the Apex Community Center, this facility houses several rental
                                         rooms, two gymnasiums and is the central point of contact for APRCR programs
                                         and offerings.
                                       • Address: 53 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502 (Mail to P.O. Box 250)
                                       • Contact Phone Number: 919-249-3402 (Fax: 919-249-3368)
                                       • Contact Email: peakconnect@apexnc.org
                                       • Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-9pm (Office Hours 8am-5pm), Sat 9am-6pm, Sun 1pm-6pm
                                         (Sep-May)
                                     Apex Senior Center
                                       • Our newest building which opened in 2021, the Senior Center has the largest rental
                                         space, many rooms for classes including a pottery studio, and is the hub for our
                                         Senior 55+ population.
                                       • Address: 63 Hunter Street, Apex, NC 27502 (Mail to P.O. Box 250)
                                       • Contact Phone Number: 919-249-3354 (Fax: 919-367-6185)
                                       • Contact Email: seniorcenter@apexnc.org
                                       • Hours: Mon-Fri 8am-9pm (Office Hours 8am-5pm), Sat 9am-3pm, Sun Closed

                                     The Halle Cultural Arts Center
                                       • The most historic of our facilities, The Halle has a large auditorium available
                                         for rentals, a rotating art gallery and hosts a majority of our cultural arts
                                         classes and events. The Halle also has its own website and social media pages
                                         (visit www.TheHalle.org for more info).
                                       • Address: 237 N. Salem Street, Apex, NC 27502 (Mail to P.O. Box 250)
                                       • Contact Phone Number: 919-249-1120 (Fax: 919-362-8655)
                                       • Contact Email: thehalleculturalartscenter@apexnc.org
                                       • Hours: Mon-Fri 9am-6pm (Office Hours 8am-5pm), Sat 9am-1pm, Sun Closed
                                     Apex Park Shelters and Ball Fields
                                       • Apex has many Town-owned parks, many of which include ball fields. Shelters are
                                         available for rent at select parks and reservations can be made online. Soccer and
                                         Baseball/Softball field rentals are also available when they not being used by the
                                         Town. Otherwise, shelters and fields can be used for free when not rented or in use
                                         by the Town. Find more information on our website at www.apexnc.org/parks
                                       • Contact Phone Number: 919-249-3402
                                       • Contact Email: peakconnect@apexnc.org

       Important Program Details

    • Registration and refund information can be found on page 2 of this guide. Registration is required at least 3 days before the
      first date of program (unless otherwise noted) as classes may be cancelled if minimums are not met.
    • Please mark your calendars as we do not send out reminders after registration. You will be notified by phone or email only
      if a class is cancelled.
    • Participant must be the age indicated before the first day of class, no exceptions.
    • Parent/guardian/unregistered siblings are not permitted to remain in class unless otherwise noted.
    • No food allowed during class unless otherwise noted.
    • For inclement weather cancellation information, please visit www.apexnc.org/weather or call the hotline at 919-249-3348.

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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS
DEVELOPMENTAL MOVEMENT                                                 KIDOKINETICS ONE DAY FUN DAY SPORTS CAMP
                                                                       Ages: 3-5 yrs. Our one-day sports camp gets kids moving, playing
                                                                       and learning new sports skills! Mini camps are a great introduction
KINDERTOTS                                                             to active play and develop skills such as taking turns, sharing and
Ages: 2 yrs. Designed to develop gross skills, movement, creativity,   following directions. Activities include a variety of sports, games,
physical development and body awareness while learning numbers,        music, obstacle courses and more! Children must be potty trained.
colors, shapes and songs. Ballet shoes recommended. Parents may        Location: John M. Brown Community Center
remain in class.                                                       Instructor: Kidokinetics
Location: John M. Brown Community Center                               Fee: $44(R) / $59(NR)          (1 class)
Instructor: Kinderdance International                                  13298          Fri       May 12                9:30am-11:30am
Fees: $34(R) / $49(NR)            (4 classes)                          13299          Fri       Jun 16                9:30am-11:30am
12912         Tue       May 2 - May 23          10:45am-11:15am        13300          Sat       Jul 15                9:30am-11:30am
12913         Tue       Jun 6 - Jun 27          10:45am-11:15am        13301          Sat       Aug 19                9:30am-11:30am
12914         Tue       Jul 18 - Aug 8          10:45am-11:15am

KIDS YOGA                                                              COOKING
Ages: 3-5 yrs. Bring your own yoga mat and join in! This class
promotes the development of a strong and flexible body, increases      STORYTIME CHEFS
balance and coordination, improves posture, and increases              Ages: 3-5 yrs. Kids will discover the fun in cooking along with
concentration, focus, and attention span. Please bring a yoga mat      storybook characters who are cooking up the same thing they are!
to class.                                                              Kids will love the stories that will go along with the main dish. From
Location: John M. Brown Community Center                               tacos to cookies, you don’t want to miss these cooking adventures!
Instructor: Kinderdance International                                  Parent participation required. Supply fees are included.
Fees:     $34(R) / $49(NR)        (4 classes)                          Location: Apex Senior Center Instructor: Laura Gnewuch
12916 Tue         May 9 - May 30         10am-10:30am                  Fees:     $37(R) / $52(NR)            (1 class)
12917 Tue         Jun 6 - Jun 27         10am-10:30am                  “Secret Pizza Party”
12918 Tue         Jul 18 - Aug 15        10am-10:30am                  12939        Fri           May 12               5pm-6:30pm
                                                                       “Marshmallows for Martians”
KINDERDANCE                                                            12940        Fri           Jun 16               5pm-6:30pm
Ages: 3-5 yrs. A developmental dance, movement and fitness             “Dragons Love Tacos”
program teaching the basics of ballet, tap, acrobatics and creative    12941        Fri           Aug 18               5pm-6:30pm
movement, while blending educational concepts. Ballet and tap
shoes recommended.                                                     COOKING WITH CHEF JULIE ~ TINY CHEFS CAMP
Location: John M. Brown Community Center                               Ages: 3-5 yrs. These tiny chefs will learn all the basics, from following
Instructor: Kinderdance International                                  simple recipes (no reading required) to putting together a meal. By
Fees: $38(R) / $53(NR)          (4 classes)                            the end of camp, these little cooks will earn their chef hats! Parent
                                                                       participation optional. Supply fee included.
12920 Tue       May 2 - May 23            11:30am-12:15pm              Location: Apex Senior Center          NEW!
12921 Tue       Jun 6 - Jun 27            11:30am-12:15pm              Instructor: Julie Shepard
12922 Tue       Jul 18 - Aug 8            11:30am-12:15pm              Fee: $63(R) / $78 (NR) (3 classes)
                                                                       13075           Sat      May 13 - May 27            10am-11am
12923 Tue       May 2 - May 23            1pm-1:45pm
12924 Tue       Jun 6 - Jun 27            1pm-1:45pm
12925 Tue       Jul 18 - Aug 8            1pm-1:45pm

12926 Tue       May 2 - May 23             4:15pm-5pm
12927 Tue       Jun 6 - Jun 27             4:15pm-5pm
12928 Tue       Jul 18 - Aug 8             4:15pm-5pm

KINDERGYM
Ages: 3-5 yrs. Developmental floor gymnastics with emphasis on
social development and physical fitness while learning numbers,
colors, shapes and words.
Location: John M. Brown Community Center
Instructor: Kinderdance International
Fees:     $34(R) / $49(NR)        (4 classes)
12930 Thu         Jun 8 - Jun 29         4pm-4:30pm
12931 Thu         Jul 20 - Aug 10         4pm-4:30pm                    Cooking with Chef Julie

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ARTS & CRAFTS

PEAK PRE-K ~ CREATORS
Ages: 2.5-5 yrs. Oh the things you can do! Mix media arts and           PEAK PRE-K ~ ARTS & CRAFTS
children’s literature combine to allow imagination and creativity       Ages: 2.5-5 yrs. A hands-on window to creativity, art and crafts.
to meet and play. Building creations from thought to resourceful        Designed to foster problem solving, sensory, and fine motor
expression and problem solving. Supply fee included.                    development through material experimentation and age appropriate,
Location: John M. Brown Community Center                                super fun activities. Wear art-friendly clothes! Supply fee included.
                                                  NEW!
Instructor: Apex Peak Schools                                           Location: John M. Brown Community Center
Fees: $49(R) / $64(NR)            (3 classes)                           Instructor: Apex Peak Schools
       $62(R) / $77(NR)           (4 classes)                           Fees: $49(R) / $64(NR)             (3 classes)
Blooming Nature                                                                $62(R) / $77(NR)            (4 classes)
12967 Tue         May 2 - May 23 10:30am-11:15am (4 classes)            Mercer Meyer: Little Critter
12976 Wed May 3 - May 24 11:15am-12pm (4 classes)                       12981 Tue         May 2 - May 23 11:30am-12:15pm (4 classes)
See the Sea Shore                                                       12985 Wed          May 3 - May 24 12:15pm-1pm (4 classes)
12968 Tue         Jun 6 - Jun 27    10:30am-11:15am (4 classes)         Leo Lionni: Lovely Friends
12977 Wed Jun 7 - Jun 28             11:15am-12pm (4 classes)           12982 Tue          Jun 6 - Jun 27       11:30am-12:15pm (4 classes)
USA Stars & Stripes                                                     12986 Wed          Jun 7 - Jun 28       12:15pm-1pm (4 classes)
12969 Tue         Jul 11 - Jul 25    10:30am-11:15am (3 classes)        Eric Carle: Great Stories
12978 Wed Jul 5 - Jul 26             11:15am-12pm (4 classes)           12987 Wed          Jul 5 - Jul 26       12:15pm-1pm (4 classes)
Memories of the Summer                                                  12983 Tue         Jul 11 - Jul 25       11:30am-12:15pm (3 classes)
12970 Tue Aug 1 - Aug 22              10:30am-11:15am (4 weeks)         Dr. Seuss: Whoville
12979 Wed Aug 2 - Aug 23              11:15am-12pm (4 weeks)            12984 Tue         Aug 1 - Aug 22       11:30am-12:15pm (4 classes)
                                                                        12988 Wed Aug 2 - Aug 23                12:15pm-1pm (4 classes)
PEAK PRE-K ~ SCIENCES
Ages: 3-6 yrs. Open the world of sciences through simple and
engaging activities to promote observation, analysis and critical       PARENT & ME POTTERY ~ WALL VASE
thinking. Age appropriate activities are designed to foster curiosity   Ages: 4-7 yrs. We are offering a new parent and me class just in time
and willingness to know and understand the world we live in. Dirt       for Mother’s Day! In this class, students will learn to roll a slab, add
included! Wear art-friendly clothes. Supply fee included.               texture and form your slab into a hangable wall vase for cut flowers.
Location: John M. Brown Community Center                                During the second week, students will glaze their forms to add color
Instructor: Apex Peak Schools                                           and make them waterproof and functional. The studio will do our
Fees: $62(R) / $77(NR)             (4 classes)                          best to fire your work for pick up before Mother’s Day. Please register
Planets                                                                 the child who will attend the program. Please note: Each child will
12990 Wed         May 3 - May 24          10:15am-11am                  need an adult (18+) to accompany them.
Dinosaurs                                                               Location: Apex Senior Center
12991 Wed         Jun 7 - Jun 28          10:15am-11am                  Instructor: Alissa Shahin
5 Senses                                                                Fees: $51(R) / $66(NR)               (2 classes)
12992 Wed         Jul 5 - Jul 26          10:15am-11am                  13304         Tue        May 2 & May 9             9am-10:30am
Magnets
12993 Wed Aug 2 - Aug 23                  10:15am-11am
                                                                        STORYTIME ART
                                                                        Ages: 3-5 yrs. Ages 3-5. Do you like stories? Do you like art? In
                                                                        this class, we’ll do both! Let’s read this story about George trying
                                                                        to find the Yeti, then let’s create some art using spaghetti! Parent
                                                                        participation required. Supply fees included.
                                                                        Location: John M. Brown Community Center             NEW!
                                                                        Instructor: Laura Gnewuch
                                                                        Fees:     $37(R) / $52(NR)           (1 class)
                                                                        “Spaghetti with the Yeti”
                                                                        12934        Sat          May 13               10am-11:15am
                                                                        “Marshmallows for Martians”
                                                                        12935        Sat          Jun 24               10am-11:15am
                                                                        “Pizza for Pirates”
                                                                        12936        Sat          Jul 15               10am-11:15am
                                                                        “Cat in the Hat”
 Peak Pre-K ~ Arts & Crafts                                             12937        Sat          Aug 26               10am-11:15am

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                                                                         ESPORTS ~ FRIDAY TOURNAMENT PLAY
                                                                         Ages: 8-12 yrs. Come participate in an Esports tournament
                                                                         featuring Mario Kart and Smash Bros brought to you by Triangle
                                                                         Esports Academy. We will be hosting a bracket style double
                                                                         elimination tournament. All equipment will be provided for you.
                                                                         Breaks will be given in between games.
                                                                         Location: Apex Senior Center
                                                                         Instructor: Triangle Esports Academy
                                                                         Fees: $25(R) / $40(NR)         (1 class)
                                                                         13378        Fri        Jun 16       6pm-8:30pm
                                                                         13379        Fri        Jul 28       6pm-8:30pm

                                                                         HAPKIDO ~ YOUTH BEGINNER
 Apex Youth Council                                                      Ages: 8-12 yrs. For beginners, white and advanced yellow belts.
                                                                         Learn the basic philosophy of a traditional self-defense martial art
                                                                         including respect for others, self-discipline, stretching, kicking,
APEX YOUTH COUNCIL
                                                                         punching, rolling, break-falling techniques, and basic grappling.
The Apex Youth Council is an independent organization run by local
                                                                         Heavy emphasis on importance of technique, appropriateness and
middle and high school students to enhance the local community
                                                                         safety. Minimum of 2 sessions of Beginner Hapkido required before
through leadership and service. By becoming a member you will
                                                                         entering intermediate class. Optional purchase of uniform and safety
gain experience in planning and participating in community
                                                                         equipment available. Parents may remain in class. Potluck/Awards
events and fund-raising, as well as developing organizational,
                                                                         Dinner on August 29!
social and professional skills. Visit the website at www.apexnc.org/
                                                                         Location: John M. Brown Community Center
apexyouthcouncil for more information on registration and meeting
                                                                         Instructor: Richard Lemaster
details for the upcoming 2023-2024 school year.
                                                                         Fees: $54(R) / $69(NR)         (10 classes)
                                                                         13018        Sat        Jun 17 - Aug 19         9:05am-10:35am

         Note on Programs
                                                                         HAPKIDO ~ YOUTH INTERMEDIATE
   Please see page 4 for more details about program guidelines and       Ages: 8-12 yrs. For students with a green belt or higher only. Must
   policies. You can also call 919-249-3402 with any questions.          have taken Beginner Hapkido at John M. Brown Community Center
                                                                         (minimum of 2 sessions Beginner Hapkido required). Optional
                                                                         purchase of uniform and safety equipment available. Parents may
                                                                         remain in class. Potluck/Awards Dinner on August 29!
                                                                         Location: John M. Brown Community Center
DEVELOPMENTAL SPORTS &                                                   Instructor: Richard Lemaster
                                                                         Fees: $55(R) / $70(NR)         (20 classes)
MARTIAL ARTS                                                             13019       Tue/Fri        Jun 13 - Aug 22           6pm-6:55pm

BASKETBALL FUNDAMENTALS SKILL DEVELOPMENT
Ages: 8-14 yrs. Whether you’re a beginner or experienced
basketball player you’re sure to be challenged and inspired by this
skills building program. Emphasis placed on developing individual
skills, sportsmanship, character enhancement, communication and
life lessons. Players are taught the concepts of team offense: floor
spacing, passing-and-cutting, dribble-drives, rotations, etc., as well
as defense skills. Class structure: Coach talk, warm-up, station work
& scrimmage. T-shirts will be provided. For more info visit www.
youthhoops.com.
Location: John M. Brown Community Center
Instructor: Youth Hoops
Fees: $145(R) / $160(NR)             (6 classes)
Shooting & Inside Play
13386         Thu          Apr 20 - May 25        4pm-5pm                 Fun Days Summer Camp (see Camps on pgs. 14-15)

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                FREE YOUTH NATURE EDUCATION WORKSHOPS
                                                                           EXPLORING OUR STREAMS
  HERPETOLOGY ID                                                           Ages: 7+ yrs. Students will learn the life cycle of many flying
  Ages: 11+ yrs. Come take a walk with park staff and learn about          insects that can be observed in our parks, namely how these insects
  all of the different reptiles and amphibians that can be found in        go from totally aquatic nymphs to flying adults. After a short
  our parks! Participants will learn how to ID snakes, turtles, lizards,   lesson the class will travel down to Williams Creek and conduct
  and more. Find out which of these are poisonous and which aren’t.        a search for these insects, and we will ID them as a group. Bring
  A trail hike is included to find some of the more elusive critters       boots and/or clothing that you don’t mind getting wet because we
  on our list. Town of Apex Park staff instructs and supplies are          will be getting in the creek. Supplies are included.
  included. Location: Apex Nature Park Large Shelter                       Location: Apex Community Park Camp Building
  Instructor: APRCR Staff                                                  Instructor: APRCR Staff
  Fee: Free (1 class)                                                      Fee: Free (1 class)
  13332         Sun        Jun 25         9am-11am                         13333         Sat       Jul 15        9am-11am
  CREATURES OF THE NIGHT HIKE
  Ages: 11+ yrs. Students will learn about the nocturnal wildlife that
  live in our parks. Learn about what keeps these animals occupied
  during the day and what they do at night. Learn to identify some
  of the common critters such as owls, bats, and other animals that
  we can hear and see at night. Students will have a chance to hike
  the trail afterwards to search and listen for nocturnal animals.
  Bring a flashlight and walking shoes. Supplies included.
  Location: Apex Nature Park Large Shelter
  Instructor: APRCR Staff
  Fee: Free (1 class)
  13334          Wed       Aug 16          7pm-9pm                          Nature Education Class

COOKING & BAKING

                                                                           CRUMB AND CREAM ~ BUTTERFINGER POKE CAKE
COOKING WITH CHEF JULIE ~ YOUTH COOKIES 101
                                                                           Ages: 10-12 yrs. A delicious candy cake sure to be a favorite for all
Ages: 6-10 yrs. Let’s make some cookies! No more “sweet tooth” after
                                                                           chocolate peanut butter fans! Supply fees included.
a cookie day in the kitchen! Supply fee included.
                                                                           Location: Apex Senior Center
Location: Apex Senior Center
                                                                           Instructor: Caroline Zilli
Instructor: Julie Shepard
                                                                           Fee: $49(R) / $64(NR)           (1 class)
Fee: $46(R) / $61(NR)           (1 class)
                                                                           13029         Tue        Jul 25        5pm-7pm
Ages: 6-7 yrs.
13066          Wed           Jun 14           6pm-8pm
Ages: 8-10 yrs.
13433          Wed           Jun 28           6pm-8pm

COOKING WITH CHEF JULIE ~ TWEEN COOKIES 101
Ages: 11-13 yrs. So many cookies, so little time! We will be creating
all different types and styles of cookies, everything from the basics
to the extravagant! No more “sweet tooth” after a few days in the
cookie kitchen! Supply fee included.
Location: Apex Senior Center
Instructor: Julie Shepard
Fee: $80(R) / $95(NR)            (3 classes)
13063           Wed        May 3 - May 17        6pm-8pm
                                                                            Crumb and Cream Baking Class

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ARTS & CRAFTS                                                            SPECIAL INTERESTS
YOUTH CRAFT CORNER
                                                                                                                   NEW LOCATION!
Ages: 6-8 yrs. Kids will explore and create with a variety of mediums.   FUN DAYS TRACK OUT CAMP
Students will take home a completed craft at the end of each class.      Ages: 6-11 yrs. Kids tracked out of school with nothing to do? Join
Examples of projects include paper crafts, process painting, seasonal    us at the John M. Brown Community Center for games, arts & crafts,
projects, home decor, jewelry and various other art creations. Supply    sports, movies, and more! Daily recreational activities (weather
fee included. Location: John M. Brown Community Center                   permitting) include use of the gymnasium, arts & crafts room,
Instructor: Bethany Owenby                                               Hunter Street park, and more. Bring lunch, snack and water bottle
Fees: $32(R) / $47(NR)           (1 class)                               marked with name. Wear sneakers.
13366           Sat       Jun 24            1pm-2pm                      NEW LOCATION: John M. Brown Community Center
13367           Sat       Jul 1             1pm-2pm                      Instructor: APRCR Staff
13368           Sat       Jul 15            1pm-2pm                      Fees: $55(R) / $70(NR)         (5 classes)
13369           Sat       Jul 29            1pm-2pm                      13381        Mon-Fri       May 15 - May 19           9am-2pm
13370           Sat       Aug 5             1pm-2pm                      13382        Mon-Fri       May 22 - May 26           9am-2pm
                                                                         13383        Mon-Fri       Aug 28 - Sep 1            9am-2pm
TWEEN CRAFT CORNER
Ages: 9-12 yrs. Kids will explore and create with a variety of
mediums. Students will take home a completed craft at the end            YOUTH POTTERY
of each class. Examples of projects include paper crafts, process        Ages: 8-11 yrs. Location: Apex Senior Center
painting, seasonal projects, home decor, jewelry and various other       Instructor: Alissa Shahin
art creations. Supply fee included. Location: John M. Brown              Clay Roses
Community Center                                                         Want to bring home a handmade flower just in time for Mother’s
Instructor: Bethany Owenby                                               Day? This is the class for you! Students will explore scultping with
Fees: $32(R) / $47(NR)         (1 class)                                 a focus on flowers and flower petals. If time allows, students will be
13372          Sat      Jun 24           2:30pm-3:30pm                   encouraged to add their creations to a functional vessel. During our
13373          Sat      Jul 1            2:30pm-3:30pm                   second class, students will glaze their creations. The studio will do
13374          Sat      Jul 15           2:30pm-3:30pm                   our best to fire your work for pick up before Mother’s Day.
13375          Sat      Jul 29           2:30pm-3:30pm                   Fee: $42(R) / $57(NR)             (2 classes)
13376          Sat      Aug 5            2:30pm-3:30pm                   13309            Tue       May 2 & May 9           6pm-8pm
                                                                         Animal Rattles
                                                                         Ages 8-11. Students in this class will explore creating a hollow sculp-
                                                                         ture of their favorite animal. In addition to exploring the form and
                                                                         textures of their animals, students will learn the process to make their
                                                                         animal into a musical instrument, the rattle. Rattles will be created
                                                                         in the first class and decorated in the second class. Experienced and
                                                                         beginner students are welcome.
                                                                         Fee: $41(R) / $56(NR)             (2 classes)
                                                                         13308           Tue       Aug 8 & Aug 22           6pm-8pm

                                                                         AHA ~ HEARTSAVER ~ ADULT, INFANT, CHILD CPR,
                                                                         FIRST AID & AED TRAINING
                                                                         Ages: 11+ yrs. Perfect class for babysitters! Learn the lifesaving skills
                                                                         of CPR, from the moment of recognition to the final steps needed
                                                                         to save the life of an adult, infant or child. AED training and first
 Tween Craft Corner                                                      aid skills will be taught, covering medical, injury and environmental
                                                                         emergencies. Taught in a group setting with the most hands-on CPR
FATHER’S DAY CRAFT                                                       practice time possible. American Heart Association Certified course.
Ages: 8-15 yrs. Your child will love making a handcrafted project for    AHA certification valid for 2 years. Registration is required 1
dad for Father’s Day. Participants will build a wooden toolbox and       week in advance. Manual is included.
give it a custom paint job. Hands-on parent support is recommended       Location: John M. Brown Community Center
for this activity. Siblings may build together. Only one registration    Instructor: CPR Consultants Training Center
is needed per toolbox. Supply fee included.                              Fees: $105(R) / $120(NR)            (1 class)
Location: John M. Brown Community Center NEW!                            13012       Sat       May 20 9:15am-3:15pm
Instructor: Bethany Owenby                                               13013       Sat       Jun 24      9:15am-3:15pm       FOR TEENS &
Fees: $47(R) / $62(NR)           (1 class)                               13014       Sat       Jul 22     9:15am-3:15pm        ADULTS TOO!

13364            Fri       Jun 9           6pm-7:30pm                    13015       Sat       Aug 19      9:15am-3:15pm

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PERFORMING ARTS
ACT, DANCE AND SING IT OUT!                                              ACTING & IMPROV!
Ages: 8-14 yrs. Students participate in a musical theatre experience     Ages: 8-14 yrs. Come join the fun in this full-day drama camp.
where they learn acting, dancing and singing techniques. Please          In the morning, students develop essential acting skills including
bring water and a snack. There will be a Presentation for family         characterization, vocal projection, blocking and collaboration while
and friends on Friday at 11am. No previous experience necessary.         working on fun scenes. In the afternoon, students will discover the
Location: Apex Nature Park                                               many aspects of improvisation and how fun it is to think on your
                                                                         feet! Please bring lunch, a snack and a water bottle. There will be a
Instructor: Sydney Ludlum, Kathleen Rudolph and Annette Stowe
                                                                         Presentation for family and friends on Friday at 3pm. No previous
Fees: $165(R) / $180(NR)                   (5 classes)
                                                                         experience necessary. Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center
Ages: 8-11 yrs.                                                          Instructor: Fonda Muhammad and Kathleen Rudolph
12805         Mon-Fri       Jun 12 - Jun 16         9:30am-12pm
                                                                         Fees: $315(R) / $330(NR)                      (5 classes)
Ages: 11-14 yrs.
                                                                         Ages: 8-11 yrs.
12806         Mon-Fri       Jun 26 - Jun 30         9:30am-12pm
                                                                         12808          Mon-Fri        Jul 31 - Aug 4          9:30am-4pm
                                                                         Ages: 11-14 yrs.
                                                                         12807          Mon-Fri        Jul 24 - Jul 28         9:30am-4pm
ENGINEERING FOR KIDS
MASTER MACHINES                                                          IT’S ELECTRIC! ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Ages: 7-12 yrs. Kids will learn about momentum, movement, and            Ages: 7-12 yrs. Power up with this course where kids will learn
structural strength as they build their own ramps, race cars, and        the basics of electrical engineering and design their own electrical
more! Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center                               circuits for a variety of purposes! Location: Halle Cultural Arts
Instructor: Engineering For Kids                                         Center Instructor: Engineering For Kids
Fees: $140(R) / $155(NR)                      (5 classes)                Fees: $140(R) / $155(NR)                     (4-5 classes)
12840          Mon-Fri       Jun 12 - Jun 16          9:30am-12:30pm     12839          Mon-Fri        Jun 12 - Jun 16        1:30pm-4:30pm
12849          Mon-Fri        Jul 17 - Jul 21         9:30am-12:30pm     12845          Wed-Fri        Jul 5 - Jul 7          9:30am-12:30pm
OUT OF THIS WORLD ENGINEERING                                            12853          Mon-Fri        Jul 31 - Aug 4         9:30am-12:30pm
Ages: 7-12 yrs. Is mankind ready to inhabit the moon? With a little      SOFTWARE ENGINEERING WITH SCRATCH
help from Engineering for Kids® students, humans will be prepared        Ages: 7-12 yrs. Learn to code and the fundamentals of game design
to take up residence by the end of the week! Students will collaborate   using the MIT developed, highly acclaimed Scratch platform! Kids
with their Space State teams to create the safest and most effective     will code their own games from the ground up.
community on the moon. Which team will earn enough Astro-Points
                                                                         Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center
to be declared the winner? Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center          Instructor: Engineering For Kids
Instructor: Engineering For Kids                                         Fees: $140(R) / $155(NR)                    (3-5 classes)
Fees: $140(R) / $155(NR)                      (4-5 classes)              12842          Tue-Fri       Jun 20 - Jun 23         1:30pm-4:30pm
12841          Mon-Fri       Jun 20 - Jun 23          9:30am-12:30pm     12846          Wed-Fri      Jul 5 - Jul 7            1:30pm-4:30pm
12850           Mon-Fri       Jul 17 - Jul 21         1:30pm-4:30pm      12852          Mon-Fri      Jul 24 - Jul 28          1:30pm-4:30pm
AEROSPACE ENGINEERING                                                    12858          Mon-Fri      Aug 14 - Aug 18          1:30pm-4:30pm
Ages: 7-12 yrs. During the Aerospace Engineering classes, students
use the Engineering Design Process to design, create, test, and refine   MISSIONS AND MECHANICS
a variety of flying machines. They construct a shock absorbing           Ages: 7-12 yrs. This camp is all about the missions and mechanics
system designed to protect two marshmallow astronauts in a lunar         of NASA’s rovers. Learn about how to safely land and conduct
vehicle, create their own air-powered rockets, and more! Location:       experiments on another world! Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center
Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Engineering For Kids              Instructor: Engineering For Kids
Fees: $140(R) / $155(NR)                      (4-5 classes)              Fees: $140(R) / $155(NR)                    (5 classes)
12843          Tue-Fri        Jun 27 - Jun 30         9:30am-12:30pm     12847         Mon-Fri       Jul 10 - Jul 14         9:30am-12:30pm
12848           Mon-Fri       Jul 10 - Jul 14        1:30pm-4:30pm       12857        Mon-Fri       Aug 14 - Aug 18          9:30am-12:30pm
12854           Mon-Fri       Jul 31 - Aug 4          1:30pm-4:30pm      SURVIVOR WEEK ~ ENGINEER’S COVE!
                                                                         Ages: 7-12 yrs. Students will work collaboratively with their tribe
INVADER DEFENSE                                                          members to compete against other tribes in specific engineering-
Ages: 7-12 yrs. Build, design, and play old school arcade hits! Kids     related projects aimed at trying to survive the harsh island conditions
will design and program all aspects of their games, including sprites    and escape to their freedom. The tribe with the most points at the
and backgrounds, using the game building software Clickteam              end of the week will claim the honor of Survivor: Engineer’s Cove
Fusion. Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center                             winner. Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center
Instructor: Engineering For Kids                                         Instructor: Engineering For Kids
Fees: $140(R) / $155(NR)                    (5 classes)                  Fees: $140(R) / $155(NR)                      (5 classes)
12844          Mon-Fri       Jun 26 - Jun 30        1:30pm-4:30pm        12851          Mon-Fri        Jul 24 - Jul 28         9:30am-12:30pm
12856          Mon-Fri       Aug 7 - Aug 11          1:30pm-4:30pm       12855          Mon-Fri        Aug 7 - Aug 11          9:30am-12:30pm

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SNAPOLOGY
CREATURE CREATOR ROBOTICS                                                  JEDI MASTERS
Ages: 6-12 yrs. In Snapology’s Creature Creator Robotics camp, your        Ages: 5-11 yrs. In this Star Wars®-inspired program, your youngling
animal lover will create their own animal inspired robotic models.         will explore the galaxy with their master building skills and our
Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors, simple machines, and        intergalactically-focused curriculum. Motivated to become Jedi
programming as they build insects, dolphins, gorillas, and much            like the heroes in the movies, students will learn to concentrate on
more. Your child is sure to have a wild time as they build, learn, and     mastering the Force, appreciating the use of teamwork to build battle
play. Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology           drones and AT-Walkers, and if they’re skills are up to par, make their
Fees: $180(R) / $195(NR)                    (5 classes)                    very own lightsaber and use it in battle! May the force be with your
12817          Mon-Fri       Jun 12 - Jun 16        9:15am-12:15pm         young Padawan as they rise through the Jedi ranks! Location: Halle
COMBAT ROBOTICS                                                            Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology
Ages: 7-13 yrs. Do you think you can build the strongest and most          Fees: $155(R) / $170(NR)                    (5 classes)
agile robot? Can your robot win a head-to-head combat mission?             12828          Mon-Fri        Jun 12 - Jun 16         1pm-4pm
Come learn engineering strategies for building sturdy structures           E1 ENGINEERS
using LEGO bricks and then apply that knowledge to build a robot           Ages: 6-11 yrs. Come build super cool cars, catapult and parade
for friendly competition. You’ll have a blast as you play robot football   floats that use gears, axles and pulleys. Under guided instructions
and complete the hoop challenge in this fun robotics program.              build different working models. This class is designed for children for
Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology                 all ages and building abilities. Class includes free build to promote
Fees: $185(R) / $200(NR)                      (5 classes)                  creativity. Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center
12819          Mon-Fri       Jun 26 - Jun 30          4:30pm-6pm           Instructor: Snapology
SCIENCE OF SUPERPOWERS                                                     Fees: $150(R) / $165(NR)                     (4 classes)
Ages: 5-12 yrs. Children will learn about the science behind               12818           Tue-Fri      Jun 20 - Jun 23        9:15am-12:15pm
their favorite heroes’ powers. Students will learn about gravity,          MEGA MACHINE ROBOTICS
aerodynamics, forces, motion, and much more as they learn about            Ages: 6-12 yrs. In Snapology’s Mega Machines class, your child will
flight, super villain fights, and superhero vehicles. Location: Halle      create some of their favorite motorized vehicles. Students will learn
Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology                                 about gear ratio, sensors, pulleys, cranks, and programming as they
Fees: $165(R) / $180(NR)                      (5 classes)                  build trucks, space rovers, helicopters, and much more. Your child
12830           Mon-Fri         Jun 26 - Jun 30         1pm-4pm            is sure to have fun as they build, learn, and play.
SCIENTIST                                                                  Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology
Ages: 6-12 yrs. Allow your child to cultivate their love of science        Fees: $165(R) / $180(NR)                     (4 classes)
and experience different domains of science & nature. Students             12820          Mon-Fri        Jul 3 - Jul 7*       9:15am-12:15pm
will engage in concepts from astronomy, earth science, biology,            *No class Jul 4
chemistry and physics using LEGO® bricks and other interactive             MOVIE FAVORITES
learning tools. We make science fun at Snapology! Location: Halle          Ages: 5-11 yrs. Explore the theatrical worlds of the LEGO® Movies,
Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology                                 Toy Story®, Star Wars, Lion King®, Ninjago®, Trolls, Harry Potter, and
Fees: $150(R) / $165(NR)                  (4 classes)                      more in this awesome movie-themed summer camp! Throughout
12829          Tue-Fri    Jun 20 - Jun 23          1pm-4pm                 the camp, campers will bring their favorite movie characters to life
VIDEO GAME DESIGN                                                          using LEGO® bricks, as they experience the most exciting adventures
Ages: 7-13 yrs. Create your own video game in this awesome                 from the films in hands-on building projects. Kids will also work
Snapology program. We’ll teach you how to create and design your           on robotics, engineering, architecture and problem-solving projects
very own video game. Don’t miss out!! Laptops and other necessary          while we create and play our way through the week! Location: Halle
devices for this class is provided by Snapology. Location: Halle           Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology
Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology                                 Fees: $155(R) / $170(NR)                     (5 classes)
Fees: $185(R) / $200(NR)                    (5 classes)                    12832          Mon-Fri       Jul 10 - Jul 14         1pm-4pm
12824         Mon-Fri        Jul 31 - Aug 4         9:15am-12:15pm         ATTACKBOTS ROBOTICS
NINJAGO                                                                    Ages: 6-12 yrs. Students will bring the world of Star Wars™ to life
Ages: 5-11 yrs. Sensei Wu needs you! Design a new dojo for                 with their master builder skills and our intergalactic-structured
Snapology made from LEGO® bricks and train your men to battle              activities. Motivated to become Jedis like the heroes they know
with the best. Go through ninja training and earn your black belt,         from the movies, they will learn to concentrate on mastering the
Snapology-style. Get ready to have fun and become a Master Ninja.          Force, appreciating the use of teamwork to build battle drones and
Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology                 AT-Walkers, and if they’re skills are up to par, make their very own
Fees: $140(R) / $155(NR)                   (4 classes)                     lightsaber and use it in challenges! May the force be with you as the
12831          Mon-Fri      Jul 3 - Jul 7*          1pm-4pm                most competent Padawan’s rise through the Jedi ranks!
*No class Jul 4                                                            Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology
Fees: $155(R) / $170(NR)                   (5 classes)                     Fees: $180(R) / $195(NR)                      (5 classes)
12838          Mon-Fri      Aug 21 - Aug 25         1pm-4pm                12823         Mon-Fri         Jul 24 - Jul 28        9:15am-12:15pm

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AMUSEMENT PARK ENGINEERING                                              MINING AND BUILDING BASIC
Ages: 6-13 yrs. We bet your child loves going to amusement parks        Ages: 5-11 yrs. Travel to the Nether with Snapology, but watch out
to experience the variety of fast, dropping, and spinning rides, but    for those creepers! Come join us as we bring Minecraft® to life using
have they ever thought about the science that goes into building        LEGO® bricks. Create your own world, including animals, creepers
those rides and the people who are responsible for designing them?      and your very own Minecraft® character. Location: Halle Cultural
In Snapology’s Amusement Park Engineering camp, students will           Arts Center Instructor: Snapology
become engineers of their own amusement park rides and will             Fees: $155(R) / $170(NR)                       (5 classes)
learn the core physics and engineering concepts used to make a ride     12833           Mon-Fri        Jul 17 - Jul 21         1pm-4pm
thrilling! Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center                         GAMEBOTS ROBOTICS
Instructor: Snapology                                                   Ages: 6-12 yrs. Have a blast creating robotic games each day while
Fees: $180(R) / $195(NR)                     (5 classes)                learning about robotics. Students will learn about gear ratio, sensors,
12821          Mon-Fri       Jul 10 - Jul 14        9:15am-12:15pm      programming, and pulleys as they create fun to play games. Whether
                                                                        creating a robotic hockey player, pinball machine, or a ring toss, your
STOP-MOTION ANIMATION                                                   child is sure to have fun building, learning, and playing. Location:
Ages: 7-13 yrs. Create amazing movies with stop motion animation        Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology
using LEGO® bricks. Children will produce their very own movie          Fees: $180(R) / $195(NR)                       (5 classes)
complete with dialogue and sound effects. Movies are uploaded to        12825           Mon-Fri       Aug 7 - Aug 11           9:15am-12:15pm
a secure site for family and friends to see how cool they are!          POKEMANIA
Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology              Ages: 5-11 yrs. Students will build and explore the world of Pokemon
Fees: $185(R) / $200(NR)                      (5 classes)               as they create their own gyms, battles, and even their very own
12822           Mon-Fri       Jul 17 - Jul 21         9:15am-12:15pm    generation of Pokemon. Children will also learn about real world
12826          Mon-Fri       Aug 14 - Aug 18          9:15am-12:15pm    science as they learn about the habitats of the Pokemon. Your child
SUPERHEROES                                                             will have a blast becoming the best Pokemon trainer ever.
Ages: 5-10 yrs. Design your own superhero using LEGO® bricks,           Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology
create your own adventure and comic strip. Have a blast as you create   Fees: $155(R) / $170(NR)                       (5 classes)
your own fantasy world of superheroes. What kind of superpowers         12836           Mon-Fri       Aug 7 - Aug 11             1pm-4pm
do you have?                                                            MINI FIGURE MANIA
Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology              Ages: 5-10 yrs. Join us as we shrink ourselves to mini-figure size
Fees: $160(R) / $175(NR)                    (5 classes)                 and create our own mini-figure worlds and face the challenges and
12834         Mon-Fri       Jul 24 - Jul 28         1pm-4pm             explore our secret stash of mini-figures...from movie characters,
                                                                        to sea creatures! Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor:
BRICK ART
                                                                        Snapology Fees: $155(R) / $170(NR)                       (5 classes)
Ages: 6-13 yrs. Edgar Degas, a famous artist, once said, ‘Art is not
                                                                        12837           Mon-Fri        Aug 14 - Aug 18             1pm-4pm
what you see, but what you make others see’. As your child learns
about different types of art and the periods they were created,         JEDI ROBOTICS
students will be interpreting what they see and creating their own      Ages: 6-12 yrs. In this Level I Robotics program, our structured
works of art using LEGO® bricks. Through Snapology’s interactive        robotic models are inspired by the Star Wars® films and space
Art History class, children will learn about Da Vinci’s Mona Lisa,      travel! Send your student on a space adventure full of building,
Van Gogh’s Starry Night, Wright’s Falling Water, and many more!         programming, and imagination using LEGO® bricks and unique
Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology              building instructions that you won’t find anywhere else. While they
Fees: $165(R) / $180(NR)                    (5 classes)                 build, they’ll learn about space, space travel, and - of course - Star
12835          Mon-Fri       Jul 31 - Aug 4         1pm-4pm             Wars®! Location: Halle Cultural Arts Center Instructor: Snapology
                                                                        Fees: $180(R) / $195(NR)                    (5 classes)
                                                                        12827          Mon-Fri      Aug 21 - Aug 25         9:15am-12:15pm
TENNIS
                                                                        TENNIS LESSONS ~ END OF SUMMER SESSION
TENNIS LESSONS ~ SUMMER SESSION
                                                                        Ages: 5+ yrs. Registrations will be held online and at the John M.
Ages: 5+ yrs. Registrations will be held online and at the John M.
                                                                        Brown Community Center. Instructor: RDU Tennis
Brown Community Center.
                                                                        Location: Apex Community Park (ACP) or Pleasant Park (PP)
Instructor: RDU Tennis
                                                                        Fees: $58 (R) / $73 (NR)            (6 classes)
Location: Apex Community Park (ACP) or Pleasant Park (PP)               Course # Level (Ages) Meeting                   Dates Location
Fees: $70 (R) / $85 (NR)            (8 classes)                         13104     Level 1 (5-8) T/Th, 5-5:45pm           Aug 15-31 ACP
Course # Level (Ages)       Meeting             Dates      Location     13108     Level 1 (5-8) T/Th, 5-5:45pm           Aug 15-31 PP
13056     Level 1 (5-8)     M-Th, 5-6pm          Jul 10-20     ACP      13103     Level 1 (5-8) T/Th, 5:45-6:30pm Aug 15-31 ACP
13059     Level 1 (5-8)     M-Th, 5-6pm          Jul 10-20     PP       13109     Level 1 (5-8) T/Th, 5:45-6:30pm Aug 15-31 PP
13057     Level 2 (8-12) M-Th, 6-7pm            Jul 10-20     ACP       13105     Level 2 (8-12) T/Th, 6:30-7:15pm Aug 15-31 ACP
13060     Level 2 (8-12) M-Th, 6-7pm            Jul 10-20      PP       13110     Level 2 (8-12) T/Th, 6:30-7:15pm Aug 15-31 PP
13058     Level 3 (12-16) M-Th, 7-8pm           Jul 10-20     ACP       13106     Level 3 (12-16) M/W, 6-7pm             Aug 14-30 ACP
13061     Level 3 (12-16) M-Th, 7-8pm          Jul 10-20       PP       13111     Level 3 (12-16) M/W, 6-7pm             Aug 14-30 PP

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ATHLETICS
                                                                              Youth League Eligibility Dates
FALL BASEBALL & SOFTBALL
Baseball leagues are for boys ages 7-15. Softball leagues are for
                                                                        The following cut-off dates are used to determine a participant’s
girls ages 7-15. T-Ball league is coed for ages 5-6. Practices are
                                                                        playing age for all Youth Sports Leagues. This playing age will
held on weeknights with games played on Saturdays and on some
                                                                        indicate the age group in which the particpant will play for
weeknights. Registration will be held online and at the John M.
                                                                        the season.
Brown Community Center. League age is based on a player’s age on
                                                                              FALL Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball: Oct 31
October 31, 2023.
                                                                           SPRING Soccer, Baseball, Softball, Volleyball: Jun 30
                                                                                         WINTER Basketball: Feb 28
Apex Resident Registration Begins: Monday, May 22 at 9am
Non-Resident Registration Begins: Monday, June 5 at 9am
T-Ball Fee:     $55(R) / $70(NR)                                     FALL SOCCER
                                                                     All leagues are coed and are for participants ages 5-17. Practices are
Course #          Age      League                                    held on rotating weeknights, beginning the week of July 31. Games
12867             5-6      T-Ball (Coed)                             are played on Saturdays and occasional Sundays and/or weeknights,
Baseball Fee:     $55(R) / $70(NR)                                   beginning August 19. Registration will be held online and at the John
                                                                     M. Brown Community Center. League age is based on a player’s age
Course #          Age      League                                    as of October 31, 2023.
12868             7-8      Instructional Coach Pitch
12869             9-10     Farm                                      Apex Resident Registration Begins: Monday, May 22 at 9am
12865             11-12    Major                                     Non-Resident Registration Begins: Monday, June 5 at 9am
12866             13-15    Junior
                                                                     Soccer Fee: $45 (R) / $60 (NR)
Softball Fee: $45(R) / $60 (NR)
                                                                     Course #        Age       League _
Course #         Age       League                                    12744            5-6      Rookies
12878            7-8       Instructional Coach Pitch                 12745            7-8      Pee Wee
12879            9-10      Farm Modified Pitch                       12746            9-10     Mites
12876            11-12     Major Fast Pitch                          12741           11-12     Major
12877            13-15     Junior Fast Pitch                         12742           13-14     Junior
For more information contact Austin Ohms at austin.ohms@apexnc.      12743           15-17      Senior
org or call 919-249-3402.                                            For more information contact Kyle Talley at kyle.talley@apexnc.org
                                                                     or call 919-249-3429.
FALL VOLLEYBALL
Volleyball is for girls ages 10-17. Practices are held on rotating
weeknights, beginning the week of July 31. Games are played on       FALL LACROSSE CLINIC
Saturdays and occasional Sundays and/or weeknights, beginning        Ages: 6-12 yrs. Clinic is for boys and girls and will be held on
August 19. Registration will be held online and at the John M.       consecutive Sundays. Led by coaching staff and members of the
Brown Community Center. League age is based on a player’s age as     Apex High School Lacrosse teams. Registration will be held online
of October 31, 2023.                                                 and at the John M. Brown Community Center.

Apex Resident Registration Begins: Monday, May 22 at 9am             Apex Resident Registration Begins: Monday, July 10 at 9am
Non-Resident Registration Begins: Monday, June 5 at 9am              Non-Resident Registration Begins: Monday, July 24 at 9am

Volleyball Fee:    $32 (R) / $47 (NR)                                Fee: $10(R) / $25(NR)
                                                                     12880     Sun     Sep 10, Sep 17, Sep 24           1:30pm-3pm
Course #          Age       League
12748            10-12       Major
12749            13-14       Junior
12750            15-17       Senior                                  TURKEY TOTS RUNNING CLUB
For more information contact Kyle Talley at kyle.talley@apexnc.org   Ages: 8-13 yrs. This 10-week running program trains kids to
or call 919-249-3429.                                                participate in a 5k race. The class equips kids with the physical
                                                                     training and goal-setting mentality needed to accomplish their
        Have Multiple Children?                                      running goals. Participants will end the program by participating
                                                                     in the Turkey Trot 5k (race registration included as part of the class).
                                                                     Location: Salem Pond Park
   Did you know we offer a 3rd child discount if you have three      Fees (per person): $44 (R) / $59 (NR)          (20 classes)
   children signing up for the same sport or class? You must         12942       Mon & Wed         Sep 11 - Nov 15      4:15pm-5:30pm
   register in person to receive this discount.

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SUMMER CAMPS
                                      NEW LOCATION!
FUN DAYS SUMMER CAMP
Ages: 6-11 yrs. Join us for a FUN summer at the John M. Brown            VOLLEYBALL YOUTH DEVELOPMENT CAMP
Community Center for camp activities including: arts and crafts,         Ages: 10-13 yrs. This camp is for beginners to advanced beginners
recreational sports and games, specialty programs, and more!             who want to learn or improve their basic volleyball skills on passing,
Amenities for all active and passive activities include the gymnasium,   setting, hitting and serving. Bring water bottle, snack, knee pads,
arts and crafts room, kitchen, Hunter Street Park, and numerous          lightweight leather volleyball, and wear comfortable sneakers.
classrooms. Please bring a lunch, snack and water bottle marked          Location: John M. Brown Community Center
with your child’s name.                                                  Instructor: Lorraine Hudak
NEW LOCATION: John M. Brown Community Center                             Fees: $114(R) / $129(NR)           (4 classes)
Instructor: APRCR Staff                                                  13091 Mon-Thu            Jun 12 - Jun 15       12:30pm-3:30pm
Fees: $75(R) / $90(NR)           (5 classes)                             13092 Tue-Fri            Jun 20 - Jun 23       12:30pm-3:30pm
13036 Mon-Fri Jun 26 - Jun 30                7:30am-6pm
13037 Mon-Fri Jul 10 - Jul 14                7:30am-6pm
13038 Mon-Fri Jul 17 - Jul 21                7:30am-6pm                  VOLLEYBALL INTERMEDIATE PREP CAMP
13039 Mon-Fri Jul 24 - Jul 28                7:30am-6pm                  Ages: 12-15 yrs. Intermediate level camp. Continue working on
13040 Mon-Fri Jul 31 - Aug 4                 7:30am-6pm                  your basic skills in competitive play for working on all the basics
13041 Mon-Fri Aug 7 - Aug 11                  7:30am-6pm                 for school tryouts. Please note: Beginners will NOT be accepted in
                                                                         this camp, experience is required. Players should be able to pass to a
                                                                         target and serve over the net. Bring water bottle, snack, knee pads,
SPORTS                                                                   leather volleyball, and wear comfortable sneakers.
                                                                         Location: John M. Brown Community Center
APEX BASKETBALL CAMP                                                     Instructor: Lorraine Hudak
Ages: 8-14 yrs. Join us for an exciting summer of basketball camp        Fees: $114(R) / $129(NR)             (4 classes)
led by Coach David Neal. Camp structure will include warm-up,            13093 Mon-Thu             Jul 10 - Jul 13        12:30pm-3:30pm
fundamentals, station work, shooting games, guest speakers, 3 on
3 games, and 5 on 5 games. Emphasis will be placed on developing
                                                                         TENNIS SUMMER CAMP
individual skills, sportsmanship, communication, and life lessons.
                                                                         Ages: 5-14 yrs. Registrations will be held online and at the John M.
Coach Neal has many years of experience coaching basketball and
                                                                         Brown Community Center. This is a half-day camp. Fridays will be
directing camps. While at Apex High School, he helped lead the team
                                                                         used as a makeup day if needed. Campers will need to supply their
to eight regular season Conference Championships and the 2014 4A
                                                                         own racquet, water bottle and snack.
State Title. He also coached in the 2018 East West All-Star Game.
                                                                         Instructor: RDU Tennis
Coach Neal played for legendary Coach Dean Smith at UNC, and
                                                                         Location: Apex Community Park (ACP) or Pleasant Park (PP)
has been working at Carolina Basketball Camp since 1995.
                                                                         Fees: $150(R) / $165(NR)           (4 classes)
Location: John M. Brown Community Center
                                                                         Course # Session (Ages) Meeting                Dates       Location
Instructor: David Neal
                                                                         13083 S1 (5-14) M-Th, 9am-12:30pm              Jul 10-13      ACP
Fees: $263(R) / $278(NR)            (4 classes)
                                                                         13094 S1 (5-14) M-Th, 9am-12:30pm              Jul 10-13       PP
13087 Mon-Thu            Jun 26 - Jun 29        9am-4pm
                                                                         13081 S2 (5-14) M-Th, 9am-12:30pm              Jul 17-20      ACP
13088 Mon-Thu            Jul 24 - Jul 27        9am-4pm
                                                                         13095 S2 (5-14) M-Th, 9am-12:30pm              Jul 17-20       PP
13089 Mon-Thu            Jul 31 - Aug 3         9am-4pm
                                                                         13084 S3 (5-14) M-Th, 9am-12:30pm              Jul 24-27      ACP
                                                                         13096 S3 (5-14) M-Th, 9am-12:30pm              Jul 24-27       PP
                                                                         13085 S4 (5-14) M-Th, 9am-12:30pm              Jul 31-Aug 3 ACP
TRIANGLE ULTIMATE FRISBEE SUMMER CAMP                                    13100 S4 (5-14) M-Th, 9am-12:30pm              Jul 31-Aug 3 PP
Ages: 9-15 yrs. Explore the benefits and joys of the game of Ultimate!   13082 S5 (5-14) M-Th, 9am-12:30pm              Aug 7-10       ACP
Camp will include skill development, exercise, friendships, mini         13101 S5 (5-14) M-Th, 9am-12:30pm              Aug 7-10        PP
games & scrimmages, character building, teamwork and lots of
fun! Tee-shirt and Ultimate Disc included with camp registration.
Please bring one snack and a water bottle labeled with your camper’s     KIDOPALOOZA HALF-DAY SPORTS CAMP
name daily.                                                              Ages: 5-9 yrs. Introduce your kid to a variety of sports, games and
Location: Salem Pond Park Soccer Field                                   fitness activities! Soccer, baseball, basketball and lacrosse headline
Instructor: Triangle Ultimate                                            the expansive roster of sports. Kids will learn new skills, gain self-
Fees: $147(R) / $162(NR)           (4 classes)                           confidence and possibly try some new sports for the first time. If
       $195(R) / $210(NR)          (5 classes)                           your kid loves all things sports, this camp is for them!
13293 Tue-Fri         Jun 20 - Jun 23        9am-12pm (4 classes)        Location: John M. Brown Community Center               NEW!
13294 Mon-Fri Jul 3 - Jul 7*                 9am-12pm (4 classes)        Instructor: Kidokinetics
 *No class on Jul 4                                                      Fees: $191(R) / $206(NR)            (5 classes)
13295 Mon-Fri Aug 14 - Aug 18                9am-12pm (5 classes)        13296 Mon-Fri               Aug 7 - Aug 11            9am-12pm

14      Apex Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources
SUMMER CAMPS
SPECIAL INTERESTS
                                                                            CREATURE FEATURE ART CAMP
SUMMER CAMPS WITH R.A.W. CAMPS LLC                                          Ages: 6-12 yrs. This Art Camp features the real and the made-up
Ages: 6-10 yrs. Location: John M. Brown Community Center                    creatures we love. Whether cuddly, crawly, cute, or wild, we’ll cartoon
Instructor: Christi Vereckey and Martha Anderson                            them, paint them, color pencil them, shadow puppet them, and
Pirates!                                                                    celebrate our adorable, lovable creatures with every art piece we
Ahoy Landlubbers! Are you ready for some summer fun? Students               make. We’ll have a cozy art exhibit on the last day at pick up.
will engage with a variety of read aloud, modeled writing, discussions,     Location: Apex Community Park Camp Building
games, as we work together to create a pirate ship and characters from      Instructor: Claudia Finelle
a pirate ship. All landlubbers will create writing pieces as well as art    Fees: $120(R)* / $135(NR)*          (5 classes)
projects that correlate with the pirate theme. Supply fees included.        *Supply fee: $10 due to instructor at the first class
Participants should bring their own snack and water bottle.                 12862         Mon-Fri       Jun 26 - Jun 30        9:30am-12:30pm
Fees: $242(R) / $257(NR)               (5 classes)                          12883         Mon-Fri       Jul 31 - Aug 4         9:30am-12:30pm
13098          Mon-Fri          Jul 10 -Jul 14        9:30am-12:30pm
Kitchen Science
Kids will get excited about science with edible experiments. This           ANIME-MANGA ART CAMP
hands-on class will encourage kids to get involved in food-related          Ages: 9-17 yrs. Come learn to draw your favorite Anime characters,
experiments that they can literally sink their teeth into. Easy to          or spend the week drawing your manga. This art camp provides a
follow instructions ensure educational and edible results! Supply fees      relaxed, creative environment. Claudia will have drawing lessons
included. Participants should bring their own snack and water bottle.       ready for all levels, but you are welcome to bring your creativity
Fees: $255(R) / $270(NR)               (5 classes)                          and explore your ideas. Bring your sketchbook and share your art.
13099          Mon-Fri         Jul 10 -Jul 14         1:30pm-4:30pm         Bring your individuality and find your kin. Enjoy a week making
                                                                            art, hanging out, and making friends. Cosplay optional.
COOKING WITH CHEF JULIE ~ SUMMER CAMPS                                      Location: Apex Community Park Camp Building
Ages: 8-13 yrs. Location: Apex Senior Center                                Instructor: Claudia Finelle
Instructor: Julie Shepherd                                                  Fees: $120(R)* / $135(NR)*          (4-5 classes)
Fees: $219(R) / $234(NR)             (4 classes)                            *Supply fee: $10 due to instructor at the first class
Chefs in Training ~ Youth                                                   12859         Tue-Fri       Jun 20 - Jun 23        9am-12:45pm
Ages: 8-10 yrs. These seasoned chefs are ready to amp up their skills!      12860         Mon-Fri       Jul 17- Jul 21          9:30am-12:30pm
They will learn some cutting skills, different cooking techniques, and      12861         Mon-Fri       Aug 14 - Aug 18         9:30am-12:30pm
so much more. By the end of camp these chefs will be cooking your
dinner! Supply fee included.
13077         Mon-Thu          Jul 17 -Jul 20         9am-12pm              ART AROUND THE WORLD CAMP
Travel the World Through Food ~ Youth                                       Ages: 6-12 yrs. What better way to explore the colors and richness of
Ages: 8-10 yrs. Each class we will explore a different country, their       other cultures than through the arts? At this art camp, we will create
traditions and foods. We will create a meal from the country of the         beautiful art while learning about different countries, art techniques,
day. By the end of camp, these world travelers will be ethnic gourmet       mediums, and stories while listening to the music that makes each
chefs! Supply fee included.                                                 place wonderfully unique.
13078         Mon-Thu          Aug 21 - Aug 24         9am-12pm             Location: Apex Community Park Camp Building
Chefs in Training ~ Tween                                                   Instructor: Claudia Finelle
Ages: 11-13 yrs. These seasoned chefs are ready to amp up their skills!     Fees: $120(R)* / $135(NR)*           (4-5 classes)
They will learn some cutting skills, different cooking techniques, and      *Supply fee: $10 due to instructor at the first class
so much more. By the end of camp these chefs will be cooking your           12886         Mon-Fri       Jul 3 - Jul 7*         9am-12:45pm
dinner! Supply fee included.                                                12887         Mon-Fri       Aug 7 - Aug 11         9:30am-12:30pm
13079         Mon-Thu          Aug 14 - Aug 17         9am-12pm             *No class Jul 4

CULTURAL ARTS                         NEW LOCATION!
                                                                            FAMOUS ARTISTS CAMP
ARTAPALOOZA ART CAMP                                                        Ages: 6-12 yrs. This summer’s Famous Artist Camp will include old
Ages: 6-12 yrs. As the name implies, Artapalooza Art Camp is a              favorites like Mattisse and Mondrian and hip, contemporary artists
Festival of Art Making. Paint, collage, markers, fabric, bubbles, you       like Kaws and Murakami. This wide range of styles will allow us to
name it! A little messy, a little crazy, and very fun. Any budding artist   explore different mediums, open our eyes to the diversity of the art
would be happy to be immersed in this creative world. We’ll have a          world, and push our creativity to new heights. We’ll have a cozy art
cozy art exhibit on the last day at pick up.                                exhibit on the last day at pick up.
Location: Apex Community Park Camp Building                                 Location: Apex Community Park Camp Building
Instructor: Claudia Finelle                                                 Instructor: Claudia Finelle
Fees: $120(R)* / $135(NR)*             (5 classes)                          Fees: $120(R)* / $135(NR)*          (5 classes)
*Supply fee: $10 due to instructor at the first class                       *Supply fee: $10 due to instructor at the first class
12884          Mon-Fri         Jun 12 - Jun 16       9:30am-12:30pm         12863          Mon-Fri      Aug 21 - Aug 25         9:30am-12:30pm
12885          Mon-Fri         Jul 24 - Jul 28       9:30am-12:30pm

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