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RECREATION GUIDE - Springfield Township
SPRINGFIELD   TOWNSHIP

RECREATION
   GUIDE
     SUMMER      //   2021

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RECREATION GUIDE - Springfield Township
CONTENTS

                           7    COVID-19
index                           Protocol
                                As of February 16, 2021:
 3   General Information
 4   Summer Employment          Masks are required for
                                all participants during
 6   Our Parks                  all programs. Masks are
                                required at all times
 7   Events                     during indoor programs.
 8   Family Fitness             Masks are required

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                                when social distance is
14   Virtual Programs           not attainable during
                                outdoor programs.
16   Kidz Klubhouse             Individuals without
18   Sports Camps               masks will not be
                                admitted.
22   Youth Programs
30                              If you feel sick, please
     Summer at a Glance         respect the safety of
                                others and stay home.
                                We will be ready to
                                welcome you back when
                                you feel better!
on the cover:
                                Please comply with the
James A. Cisco Park
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                                travel restrictions set by
                                the state of
Cisco Park contains a           Pennsylvania.
walking trail, multi-use
field space, tot-lot,           Practice safe social
                                distancing and stay at
Little Free Library and         least 6 feet away from
fishing pond in a 13-           others.
acre complex. During            Wash your hands with
the summer, the                 soap and water and
Township hosts various          avoid touching your face.
free concerts at the            Bring your own water
gazebo next to the
pond. Cisco Park is also
the location for the
                           23   bottle each week.
                                Do not share.
                                COVID-19 Protocols are
popular Annual                  ever changing and will
                                follow direction from
Springfield Township            federal, state and county
Community Day.                  officials.

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GENERAL INFORMATION
contact us                        wait list option
1510 Paper Mill Road              Should a program reach
Wyndmoor, PA 19038                capacity, patrons are
Phone: 215-836-7600               encouraged to join the wait list.
                                  Administrators will contact
Township offices are closed       participants from the wait list to
for the following holidays:       join the program if a space
                                  opens.
May 31 - Memorial Day
July 5 - Independence Day         Only age/grade appropriate
September 6 - Labor Day           participants will be considered.

online registration               cancelation
Create an account and register    The Parks and Recreation
for our programs via RecDesk:     Department will contact
springfieldmontco.recdesk.com     program participants via email
                                  should a program be canceled.
All available programs, along
with details and pricing can be   Event cancelations will be
found on RecDesk. Call            announced as early as possible
us at 215-836-7600 for            on our Facebook page.
assistance.

e-newsletter                      stay connected
The Parks and Recreation          Program offerings are
Department releases a             consistently being added to the
monthly email newsletter          RecDesk website. Make sure to
containing information about      check in every now and again to
upcoming programs and             review new programs.
events happening in Parks and
                                  New programs can be found on
Recreation.                       RecDesk, our Facebook page, the
                                  monthly e-newsletter and email
To join our email list,           blasts.
call 215-836-7600.

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SUMMER EMPLOYMENT
Parks and Recreation: Camp Counselor
    Springfield Parks and Recreation is now accepting applications
    for Kidz Klubhouse Camp Counselors. Team members will lead,
    support, and motivate campers as they enjoy all that camp has to
    offer. Counselors will help plan schedules and lead group
    events. Applicants should be positive, proactive, and caring
    while focusing on giving campers a fun, safe camp experience.

    Applicants must be at at least 15 years old by the start of the
    position.

    Interested applicants must contact the Director of Parks and
    Recreation via email for a job application. Application are
    accepted on a rolling basis.

    Summer Camp Dates:
       Week 1: Monday, June 28 – Thursday, July 1
       Week 2: Tuesday, July 6 – Thursday, July 8 (No Camp July 5)
       Week 3: Monday, July 12 – Thursday, July 15
       Week 4: Monday, July 19 – Thursday, July 22
       Week 5: Monday, July 26 – Thursday, July 29
       Week 6: Monday, August 2 – Thursday, August 5

    Contact Emily Croke via email:
    ecroke@springfieldmontco.org

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SUMMER EMPLOYMENT
Public Works: Summer Laborer

  Springfield Township is accepting letters for the Refuse/Highway
  Laborer Summer Seasonal Position. This is an hourly position
  with a daily work schedule 7:00 AM to 3:30 PM, Monday-Friday,
  for a total of 40 hours/week, May through August.

  The candidate will work under the close supervision of the
  Director of Public Works. Responsibilities include collecting,
  emptying and returning the refuse and recycling containers to
  the curb as well as cleaning and maintaining refuse vehicles,
  equipment and related duties.

  Note: this position requires applicants to be at least 18 years old
  by the start date of the position.

  A letter expressing interest in this position, including a brief
  summary, detailing your capabilities (i.e., experience, knowledge,
  skills) should be received by the Public Works Department no
  later than March 31, 2021.

  Interested applicants, mail to:

     Public Works Department
     Springfield Township
     1510 Paper Mill Road
     Wyndmoor, PA 19038
     Attn: Summer Laborer Position

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TOWNSHIP PARKS

           Bysher Field    50 Bysher Ave, Flourtown
Connor James McKelvie      110 Allison Road, Oreland
      Community Park
 Henry R. Chiaramonte      312 Oreland Mill Rd, Oreland
        Children's Park
     James A. Cisco Park   199 W. Montgomery Avenue, Erdenheim
 James R. Fulginiti Park   500 Hemlock Rd, Flourtown
      Laurel Beech Park    1313 Mermaid Lane, Wyndmoor
           Marlow Field    405 Enfield Road, Oreland
          Mermaid Park     800 Mermaid Lane, Wyndmoor
        Sandy Run Park     1901 Walnut Avenue, Oreland
          Veterans Field   8021 Traymore Avenue, Wyndmoor
          Wyndhill Park    8300 Flourtown Avenue, Wyndmoor

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EVENTS
                  Concerts in the Park
                     Thursdays, 7:00 pm
                  James A Cisco Park Gazebo
Pack up your blankets and join Springfield Parks and Recreation for a
concert in the park. Bring your family and friends to enjoy an evening
       by Hillcrest Pond. Please bring low sitting chairs for the
  consideration of other patrons. Music is family-friendly and free!
 This series is weather permitting. All weather updates will be posted
  to the Springfield Township Park and Recreation Facebook page.

                             June 10: Mojo and the Helper Monkeys
                                  Genre: Rock n' Roll/ Americana
                                        June 17: The Kickbax
                                         Genre: 60s to Today
                                       June 24: Where's Pete
                                  Genre: Rock n' Roll/ Americana
                                    July 8: Revolving Doors
                                      Genre: Acoustic Sounds
                               July 15: The Joey Harrison Group
                                       Genre: Jazz and R&B
                                        July 22: Rain Date

          COVID-19 Reminder: Please be respectful of others.
 Masks are recommended when entering, exiting, and walking around.
 Once at your seat they may be removed. This is a socially distant event.

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FAMILY FITNESS CLASSES
    Inspirational Yoga with Jennifer Schelter
         Dates: Tuesdays, April 20, 27 May, 4, 11, 18, 25
                          (6 sessions)
                   Time: 7:00 pm – 8:00 pm
                Location: Recreation Center B
                       Age: 14 – Adult
           Fee: $108 Resident / $118 Non-Resident
    Stressed? Anxious? Need self-care? Each class focuses on
    an uplifting, therapeutic theme and the importance of the
     alignment, flexibility, strength and centering. Through
    guided mindful meditation, and yoga poses, students feel
    present and at ease in both body and mind, slowing down
     to feel and release the monkey mind, tension or stress,
         while gaining poise, strength, posture, and ease.

      Yoga in the Park with Jennifer Schelter
       Dates: Spring II: Tues, June 8, 15, 22, 29, July 6, 13
       Dates: Summer II: Tues, Aug 3, 10, 17, 24, 31, Sept 7
                    Time: 7:00 pm – 8:15 pm
                    Location: Mermaid Park
                         Age: 14 – Adult
            Fee: $108 Resident / $118 Non-Resident

    The class will be led by Jennifer Schelter, named "Best of
    Philly" multiple times, with over 20 years of professional
     experience facilitating self-care, wellness and creativity
    retreats for individuals and businesses. Bring a yoga mat,
                         towel, or blanket.

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Martial Arts with Paul Schmidt

    Martials Arts classes are held throughout the year.
   Please reference RecDesk for specific dates and fees.
  Days and Times: Saturdays from 9:30 am - 10:30 am
   Days and Times: Mondays from 6:30 pm – 7:30 pm
             Location: Recreation Center B
                       Age: 7 – Adult

 Springfield Martial Arts emphasizes traditional Isshinryu
      Karate, self-defense judo, and Brazilian Jiu Jitsu.
    Additionally, this martial arts session will integrate
    cardiovascular training, wellness and philosophy of
   excellence by habit. Students develop self-discipline,
mindfulness, goal-settings skills and respect for themselves
  and others. Parents are encouraged to enroll with their
child for a shared experience. Students and instructors will
wear masks and be distanced about 20 feet away from each
  other inside the rec center; weather permitting, classes
        may be moved outside to the adjacent park.

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AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
     After School Golf Clinic with Gerry Davis,
            PGA Certified Professional

     Session 1: Wednesdays, April 7 – April 28 (4 sessions)
     Session 2: Wednesdays, May 5 - May 26 (4 sessions)
                   Time: 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm
              Location: Flourtown Country Club
                          Ages: 8 - 12
        Fee: $150.00 Resident / $160.00 Non-Resident

       Develop the fundamentals of golf with PGA Certified
     Professional, Gerry Davis. Space limited. Wear sneakers.
         Bring a water bottle, clubs and wear sunscreen.
                      Clubs are not provided.

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Magarity Tennis Clinics

 Magarity Tennis Tuesday Clinic: (4 weeks per session)
          Session 6: April 13 – May 4 (4 weeks)
Ages & Times: Pee Wee (4 – 5 years old) at 4:00 – 4:30 pm
     Pee Wee Fee: $40 Resident / $50 Non-Resident
    Ages & Times: Level 1 - Futures at 4:40 – 5:55 pm
    Futures Fee: $104 Resident / $114 Non-Resident

Magarity Tennis Thursday Clinic: (4 weeks per session)
         Session 6: April 15 – May 6 (4 weeks)
Ages & Times: Challengers (Grades 3-5) at 4:30 – 5:45 pm
  Challengers Fee: $104 Resident / $114 Non-Resident

Magarity Tennis Saturday Clinic: (4 weeks per session)
         Session 6: April 17 – May 8 (4 weeks)
  Ages & Times: Pee Wee (Ages 4-5) at 11:15 - 11:45 am
    Pee Wee Fee: $40 Resident / $50 Non-Resident
  Ages & Times: Future (Grades 1-2) at 12:00 - 1:15 pm
    Futures Fee: $104 Resident / $114 Non-Resident
Ages & Times: Challengers (Grades 3-5) at 1:30 - 2:45 pm
  Challengers Fee: $104 Resident / $114 Non-Resident
Ages & Times: Super Stars (Grades 6-8) at 3:00 - 4:15 pm
  Super Stars Fee: $104 Resident / $114 Non-Resident

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American Red Cross
          Babysitting Certification Course
                    Dates: Saturday, April 17
                    Time: 9:00 am - 3:00 pm
                 Location: Recreation Center B
                           Age: 11 - 15
           (Must be 11 years old by the date of the class)
             Fee: $75 Resident / $85 Non-Resident

         This certification course provides teens with the
     confidence and skills to care for youngsters. Prospective
       employers will be happy to hire babysitters who have
     acquired this official recognition. Upon completion of the
          course, you will receive an American Red Cross
      Certification Card. You must attend the entire course,
      pass the evaluations, and show the maturity to properly
     care for children. Please bring a lunch, pencil and snack.

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Shining Knight: Afterschool Chess

   Dates: Wednesdays, April 7 – May 12 (6 sessions)
               Time: 4:30 pm – 5:30 pm
           Location: Recreation Center B
         Grades: 1st grade through 6th grade
       Fee: $126 Resident / $136 Non-Resident

Whether you are new to the game, learning to push pawns
       for the first time, or have played in numerous
 tournaments, and want to sharpen your skills, come to a
 Shining Knights Chess Club! We have trained numerous
  state champions and national trophy winners. We have
  trained even more kids to enjoy the game that they can
spend hours playing with friends and family. So, whether
 you want to win games in your living room against your
parents or win tournaments in other states, come join us
      and learn how to play chess or play better chess!

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VIRTUAL CLASSES
                       Kitchen Wizards
                            PLEASE NOTE:
       Registration will be taken directly through the Kitchen
             Wizards website: www.kitchenwizards.info
          Class includes instruction via Zoom connection.
     Participants will be given a list of ingredients/tools needed
                     prior to each day of the camp.

     CHOCOLATE, CHOCOLATE, AND MORE CHOCOLATE!
         Date: Monday, July 26 – Thursday, July 29
                Times: 2:30 pm – 4:30 pm
                  Age: 8 – 12 years old
                         Fee: $115
      Kids will learn to prepare all sorts of sweet treats – all of them
     chocolate! They'll love making "from scratch" pudding, cupcakes,
             candies, cookies, and other chocolate-y desserts.

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Kitchen Wizards
                SWEETS FOR SWEETIES
       Date: Monday, August 9 - Thursday, August 12
               Times: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
                   Age: 5 – 8 years old
                        Fee: $115
 Kids often begin culinary adventures with making "sweets". Kitchen
Wizards will help them feel more confident working in the kitchen, and
    children will be proud to share their creations with the family.

          COOKIES FROM AROUND THE WORLD
       Date: Monday, August 9 - Thursday, August 12
                Times: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
                  Age: 9 - 13 years old
                         Fee: $115
        "Travel" the globe as children learn what kinds of
              cookies kids in other countries enjoy.

            LITTLE BITES FOR HUNGRY TYKES
       Date: Monday, August 16 - Thursday, August 19
                Times: 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm
                   Age: 5 – 8 years old
                         Fee: $115
Who doesn't like snacks? Featuring snack-y foods perfect for play dates
or after-school, our littlest chefs in-training will learn some tasty sweet
     and savory recipes and gain confidence working in the kitchen.

              COOKING AROUND THE WORLD
        Date: Monday, August 16 - Thursday, August 19
                Times: 10:00 am – 12:00 pm
                    Age: 9 - 13 years old
                          Fee: $115
 Children will "visit" France, Mexico, Italy, and Greece through
      foods that are specialties of each of those countries.

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KIDZ KLUBHOUSE

       Dates: Monday, June 28 – Thursday, August 5
                 Times: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
             Location: new Enfield Elementary
 Ages: 6 - 12 (entering 1st grade through entering 5th grade)
         Fee for All 6 Weeks: $375 (Resident Only)
 Fee for Individual Weeks: $80 per week (Resident Only)

Week 1: Mon, June 28 – Thurs, July 1 Theme: Get to Know You
You are the next contestant on the Springfield Township Game
Show! Put your skills to the test in the games such as Guess Who,
What’s My Line and Family Feud.

Week 2: Tues, July 6 – Thurs, July 8 Theme: Let's Dance
                      (No Camp Held July 5)
Who doesn’t like to sing and dance? During this short week, let’s get
crazy. We all know how fun it is to move around and dance so let’s
do it together! Working with our counselors, let’s choreograph a
dance that everyone at camp can do!

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Week 3: Mon, July 12 – Thurs, July 15 Theme: Nature
What’s more fun than a scavenger hunt? Campers will have the
opportunity to connect with nature and develop a love of wildlife
through hands on experiences. Join us on nature exploration and
investigation, games, crafts, hikes and more.

Week 4: Mon, July 19 – Thurs, July 22 Theme: Science Exploration
Release your inner evil genius while exploring science at the same
time. Campers will learn basic elements of science such as mass,
gravity, inertia and much more! Campers will perform basic
experiments as well as themed games and activities. Campers will
participate in a Wacky Science demonstration by Mad Science!

Week 5: Mon, July 26 – Thurs, July 29 Theme: Summer Olympics
Campers will showcase their talents during games and crafts specific
to their group’s nation. Through friendly competition, campers will
participate in their own Olympic games.

Week 6: Mon, August 2 – Thurs, August 5 Theme: Water World
Campers will indulge in various water-themed games as well as a
water balloon toss, tie-dying, a visit from Kona Ice and the Wyndmoor
Hose Company No. 1 Fire Truck!

                   Counselor In Training (C.I.T.)
  The Counselor In Training Program is for teens ages 13-15. This
 program is geared to develop leadership skills. Although this is an
   unpaid position, CITs are an important part of Camp. CITs are
  responsible for aiding in camp operations. For information and
      application paperwork, visit www.springfieldmontco.org

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SPORTS CAMPS

         Jump Start Sports: College Days
          Dates: Monday, June 21 - Friday, June 25
                  Time: 9:00 am-3:00 pm
                          Age: 6-12
                Location: Laurel Beech Field
          Fee: $185 Resident / $195 Non-Resident

     Have a blast learning about and playing a wide variety
        of college sports including basketball, soccer, flag
     football, hockey, volleyball and more. Campers make a
        school pennant and t-shirt and wear their school
       colors to demonstrate their school spirit. Each day
         features a full-camp game in the morning, skill
      instruction in the day’s themed sport, and afternoon
                 recreational games and activities.

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Summer Golf Clinic with Gerry Davis,
       PGA Certified Professional
   Session 1: Monday, June 21 – Friday, June 25 (co-ed)
  Session 2: Monday, June 28 – Friday, July 2 (girls only)
    Session 3: Monday, July 19 – Friday, July 23 (co-ed)
 Session 4: Tuesday, July 27– Friday, July 30 (co-ed)($135)
Session 5: Monday, August 2 – Friday, August 6 (girls only)
Session 6: Monday, August 16 – Friday, August 20 (co-ed)
 Session 7: Monday, August 23 – Friday, August 27 (co-ed)
                 Time: 9:00 am – 11:30 pm
            Location: Flourtown Country Club
                        Ages: 8 - 12
                Fee: $170.00 Resident Only

  Participants will enjoy time on the practice range, putting
 green and will even get time on the course. Kids will be put
 in groups based on age and ability where group instruction
     will be conducted. Juniors looking for individualized
  instruction should contact Gerry Davis directly for private
   lessons. Wear sneakers (golf shoes not needed). Bring a
        mask, water bottle, clubs and wear sunscreen.
     Clubs are not provided. Rain dates are not garanteed.

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i9 Basketball Camp
      Dates: Monday, August 2 – Thursday, August 5
     Age and Time: Ages 5 – 12 from 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
      Half Day Fee: $125 Resident / $135 Non-Resident

     Age and Time: Ages 3-4 from 1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
     One Hour Fee: $60 Resident / $70 Non-Resident
             Location: Recreation Center A

    i9 Sports Basketball Camp will help participants gain
 an understanding and appreciation for playing the game
   "the right way". The schematic curriculum teaches the
   fundamentals of dribbling, passing, shooting, offense,
  defense, Game Strategy and Teamwork in a fun, positive
    environment by i9 Sports Certified Staff. All athletes,
  regardless of skill level, will learn basketball skills along
    with valuable sportsmanship lessons such as respect,
 teamwork, and responsibility. Registration includes an i9
         Sports participant shirt, trophy and snack!

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Summer Tennis with
         Topspin Tennis Academy
   Session 1; Monday, June 28 – Thursday, July 1
  Session 2: Monday, July 12 – Thursday, July 15
  Session 3: Monday, July 19 – Thursday, July 22
  Session 4: Monday, July 26 – Thursday, July 29
Session 5: Monday, August 2 – Thursday, August 5
Session 6: Monday, August 9 – Thursday, August 12
       Fridays will be used for rain make up.
   Location: Springfield Township High School
    Age: Boys and Girls 7 – 13 (as of camp date)
              Time: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
              Fee: $150 Resident Only

Tennis Camp instructed by Topspin Tennis Academy.
 This camp is designed kids who are new or newer to
  tennis. More advanced instruction is available at
Topspin's other sites. Bring a racquet, sneakers, water
   bottle, and snack. Wear sunscreen and a mask.

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YOUTH PROGRAMS
     Theatre Horizon Summer Drama Camp
         Session I: Monday, June 21 – Friday, June 25
      Session II: Monday, August 16 – Friday, August 20
                     Recreation Center B
            Boys and Girls 7 – 11 (as of camp date)
                      9:00 am – 3:00 pm
           Fee: $200 Resident / $210 Non-Resident

     Young actors spend a week working as an ensemble to
         create an original play - full of drama, comedy,
     suspense, and one-of-a-kind characters. Professional
      teaching artists guide campers through play-writing
     basics and fun improvisation games. On the last day,
       they perform their world premiere play. In Drama
     Camp, children make new friends, build listening and
     ensemble skills, take on leadership roles, and explore
          their creativity. Please pack a nut free lunch.

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Pottery Works Mobile: Design Camp

         Dates: Monday, June 28 – Thursday, July 1
                Times: 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
              Location: Recreation Center A
                      Age: 5 and Up
         Fee: $190 Resident / $200 Non-Resident

         In this week long camp your child will have the
  opportunity to build and create works of art with their hands.
Some of their options in terracotta are plates, vases, and feathers
with extra time to create something unique to them. With the oil
based clay they can attach their creations to a carabiner clip and
necklace. Pick up for all fired work will be within 10 days from the
      last day of camp. For more information please contact
                    potteryworksmobile.com.
               PLEASE PACK A NUT-FREE SNACK.

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Young Artists’ Camp
          Dates/Times: Mon., July 12 – Thurs., July 15
                     from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
          Dates/Times: Mon., July 19 – Thurs., July 22
                     from 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
                  Location: Recreation Center B
     Age: 4 – 12 (as of camp date) *must be potty trained.
            Fee: $140 Resident / $150 Non-Resident

     Campers will enjoy expressing their creativity and artistic
      abilities as they complete beautiful and fun art projects
     that they will get to take home and share with their loved
        ones. Some of our summer art activities will include
      painting on canvas, jewelry crafts, tissue-paper designs,
          magnet making, mosaics, ceramic painting, bead
       creations, wooden crafts, seashell painting and more!
     Please bring a healthy nut-free snack and drink each day.

       ** If registering for a morning and afternoon program,
          please pack a nut free lunch. Participants will be
             supervised by the instructor during lunch. **

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Creative Constructors’ Camp
      Dates/Times: Mon., July 12 – Thurs., July 15
                 from 12:30 pm – 3:30 pm
      Dates/Times: Mon., July 19 – Thurs., July 22
                 from 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
              Location: Recreation Center B
 Age: 4 – 12 (as of camp date) *must be potty trained.
        Fee: $140 Resident / $150 Non-Resident
 Campers will enjoy using their imagination and building
 talent to bring their creative constructions to life! Legos,
Magna Tiles, Wooden Structures and Contraptions, Marble
Runs, Knex, Lincoln Logs, Dominoes, Straw Towers, Crazy
   Forts, Wooden Blocks, and more! Come build with us!
Please bring a healthy nut-free snack and drink each day.

  ** If registering for a morning and afternoon program,
     please pack a nut free lunch. Participants will be
        supervised by the instructor during lunch. **

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Mad Science:
           Mad Machines and Jr. Engineers
                 Secret Agent Lab
          Dates: Monday, August 9 – Friday, August 13
         Half Day Morning Time: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm
        Half Day Fee: $180 Resident / $190 Non-Resident
              Full Day Times: 9:00 am – 4:00 pm
        Full Day Fee: $325 Resident / $335 Non-Resident
               Location: Recreation Center A
                           Age: 6 – 12

         Mad Machines and Jr. Engineers (9:00 am – 12:00 pm)
     Whether you enjoy building or destroying structures, you’ll
        love this camp! Work with pulleys, wedges, screws, and
        levers, build your own catapults and play robot soccer!
     Exercise your ability to work with others while constructing
     a geodesic dome big enough for all campers to fit inside! Let
                   the engineering excitement begin!

        Secret Agent Lab – Spies Like Us (12:00 pm – 4:00 pm)
        Step into the shoes of a detective—uncover the science
     involved in evidence gathering and analysis. Become a super
       sleuth and learn clever ways of performing tasks in this
              hands-on view of the science that spies use!

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Shining Knights Chess Camp

        Week 1: Tuesday, July 6 – Friday, July 9
              Times: 12:30 pm – 4:00 pm
            Location: Recreation Center A
             Age: 5 – 13 (as of camp date)
       Fee: $190 Resident / $200 Non-Resident

   Week 2: Monday, August 9 – Thursday, August 12
             Times: 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
           Location: Recreation Center B
            Age: 5 – 13 (as of camp date)
      Fee: $320 Resident / $330 Non-Resident

  Knights, captures, action! Whether you are new to the
 game, learning to push pawns for the first time, or have
  played in numerous tournaments, and want to sharpen
 your skills, come to a Shining Knights Chess Camp! We
   have trained kids to enjoy the game so they can spend
  hours playing with friends and family. All campers will
 receive a T-shirt and a tournament-style chess set with
carrying case. Campers should bring water and a nut-free
  snack to camp each day. Please pack a nut free lunch if
              registering for full day program.

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6th Grade Transitions
         Session 1: Monday, July 19 – Thursday, July 22
         Session 2: Monday, July 26 – Thursday, July 29
       Session 3: Monday, August 2 – Thursday, August 5
                   Times: 9:00 am-12:30 pm
              Location: Springfield Middle School
                   Age: Entering 6th Grade
               Fee: $130 Resident (resident only)

      Make the transition from Elementary School to Middle
     School an easy one for your child! Tour the school, use the
     computer labs, locate classrooms, and master your locker
     combination! Your child’s first day of a new school will be
        seamless and enjoyable after completing this class.
         PLEASE PACK A NUT FREE SNACK. Space limited.

     NOTE: This is not a School District run program. The 6th
      Transition program is a Township facilitated program.
                  This is a resident only program.

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Kindergarten Transitions

  Session 1: Monday, August 2 – Thursday, August 5
                with Marcia Robinson
 Session 2: Monday, August 2 – Thursday, August 5
                 with Cindy Ferretti
 Session 3: Monday, August 9 – Thursday, August 12
                  with Kathy Evans
 Session 4: Monday, August 9 – Thursday, August 12
                with Juliette Andrews
          Location: new Enfield Elementary
Grade: Entering Kindergarten *must be potty trained
              Time: 9:00 am-12:00 pm
          Fee: $130 Resident (resident only)
 Incoming Kindergarten children will participate in a fun
 filled morning of activities to become acclimated to their
 new school. They will experience circle time, music and
movement activities, and join new friends in various play
centers around the classroom. Children will also listen to a
          story and participate in arts & crafts.
    PLEASE PACK A NUT FREE SNACK. Space limited.

  NOTE: This is not a School District run program. The
     Kindergarten Transition program is a Township
  facilitated program. This is a resident only program.

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SUMMER AT A GLACE
     Week                            Program
Week of June 21       Golf Clinic with Jerry Davis (Co-Ed)
                      Jump Start: College Days
                      Theatre Horizon Drama Camp

Week of June 28       Kidz Klubhouse
                      Golf Clinic with Jerry Davis (Girls)
                      Tennis with Topspin Tennis Academy
                      Pottery Works Mobile

Week of July 5        Kidz Klubhouse
                      Shining Knights Chess Camp

Week of July 12       Kidz Klubhouse
                      Tennis with Topspin Tennis Academy
                      Creative Constructors' Camp
                      Young Artists' Camp

Week of July 19       Kidz Klubhouse
                      Golf Clinic with Jerry Davis (Co-Ed)
                      Tennis with Topspin Tennis Academy
                      Creative Constructors' Camp
                      Young Artists' Camp
                      6th Grade Transitions

Week of July 26       Kidz Klubhouse
                      Golf Clinic with Jerry Davis (Co-Ed)
                      Tennis with Topspin Tennis Academy
                      6th Grade Transitions

Week of August 2      Kidz Klubhouse
                      Golf Clinic with Jerry Davis (Girls)
                      Tennis with Topspin Tennis Academy
                      i9 Basketball Camp
                      6th Grade Transitions
                      Kindergarten Transitions

Week of August 9      Golf Clinic with Jerry Davis (Co-Ed)
                      Tennis with Topspin Tennis Academy
                      Kindergarten Transitions
                      Mad Science: Mad Machines and Jr. Engineers
                      Shining Knights Chess Camp

Week of August 16     Golf Clinic with Jerry Davis (Co-Ed)
                      Theatre Horizon Drama Camp

Week of August 23     Golf Clinic with Jerry Davis (Co-Ed)

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TOWNSHIP RESOURCES
                                    fall programming
                                    At this time, no decisions have
                                    been made regarding
                                    Springfield Township
                                    facilitated fall and winter
                                    programs.

  1510 Paper Mill Road              Details will be released via the
  Wyndmoor, PA 19038                monthly e-newsletter, social
     (215) 836-7600                 media and direct email to past
www.springfieldmontco.org           participants.

Parks and Recreation Staff          We are always looking for
Director of Parks and Recreation:   photos that represent life in
Emily Croke            x1120        Springfield Township. If you
                                    see something fun, snap a
Parks and Recreation Assistant:     photo and send it to the Parks
                                    and Recreation staff! Maybe
Nancy Ashton          x1121         your photo will be featured in
                                    our next newsletter!
Community Relations &
Media Specialist:
Jamie Corley        x1100

 weather policy                       social media
 For those registering for an         Make sure to "Like"
 outdoor or athletic program          Springfield P&R on Facebook
 such as tennis, golf, soccer,        and "Follow" us on Instagram
 basketball, etc; please be           for news and updates.
 aware, Springfield Township
 Parks and Recreation does not
 guarantee rain out dates. In the      @springfieldmontcoparksandrec
 event that an activity is a
 rained out, the registration fee
 will not be refunded.                 @springfieldmontcoparksandrec

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