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Summer Fun Guide!
Festivals & Special Events
HOPELANDS SUMMER CONCERT SERIES
Hopelands will be alive with music again this summer,
every Monday from May - August, on the Roland H.
Windham Performing Arts Stage. Performances vary and
will include instrumental, dance and vocal concerts. Please
bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. Food is welcome but
alcohol is prohibited. In case of inclement weather, please
call 643-4661; tune in to Channel 4; or go to www.facebook/
ExperienceAiken. Age: All (children must be accompanied by
an adult) Cost: Free Mondays, May - August, 7:00 - 8:00 p.m.
Hopelands Gardens
Call 642-7631 for more information or in regards to the
concert schedule below.
CONCERT SCHEDULE
Date: Performers:
May 7 .......................... Aiken Concert Band
May 14 ........................ Aiken Youth Orchestra
May 21 ........................ Aiken Community Playhouse
presents Broadway Re-Bound
May 28 ........................ Aiken Civic Ballet
June 4 .......................... Southern Thunder Cloggers
June 11 ........................ Maureen Simpson /
Aiken Choral Society
June 18 ........................ Mike Frost Jazz
June 25 ........................ Aiken Brass
July 2 ........................... Parris Island Marine Band
July 9 ........................... To Be Announced
July 16 ......................... Black Bottom Biscuits
July 23 ......................... 4 Cats in the Dog House
July 30 ......................... Aiken Big Band
August 6 ...................... Veronika Jackson
August 13 .................... Ft. Gordon - The Semifours
Trombone Quartet
August 20 .................... To Be Announced
August 27 .................... Aiken Concert Band
OUT OF SCHOOL BASH
Middle and High School students have the opportunity to
celebrate their last day of school. The celebration will include
a musical performance by Fort Gordons Youth Band Signal
Distortion, games, and inflatables. Age: Middle and High
School Students Cost: Free (students must present IDs when
entering)
Thursday, May 31, 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. Price Avenue Shelter
Call 642-7631 for more information.
DADDY, WANNA DANCE?
Celebrate Fathers Day with the best man in your life at
the 8th Annual Father/Daughter dance. Grandfathers, Uncles,
etc. may attend if Daddy cannot. There will be fun music and
refreshments! Photography will also be available. Age: 4 - 14
and a Daddy date Cost: $25 per couple / $5 per additional
daughter
Friday, June 15, 6:30 - 8:30 p.m. Aiken Center for the Arts,
Brown Pavilion

COMMUNITY BASKETBALL GAME
Come out and cheer on your community. New and
experienced basketball players are welcome. Registration
Ends: June 28 Age: 20 and up Cost: $3 per player Thursday,
July 5, 6:00 - 9:00 p.m. Smith-Hazel Recreation Center, Gym
TOUCH-A-TRUCK DAY
Come out and see what its like to be in the big trucks!
Children (and parents) can climb, sit and play on a bulldozer,
police car, ambulance and various other vehicles. Age: All
Cost: Free Saturday, July 21, 9:00 - 12:00 noon Weeks Center,
Soccer Field
Youth and Adult
Enrichment Programs
STORYTIME AT SMITH-HAZEL
A time for stories, games, prizes, books and refreshments.
Stories read by senior adults, volunteers and sorority members.
Each child will receive a book to take home. (If interested in
becoming a volunteer reader, please contact 642-7634.)
Age: 10 and under (4 and under must be accompanied by an
adult) Cost: Free Wednesday, May 2, 3:00 - 4:00 p.m. Smith-
Hazel, Activity Room
STORYTIME IN THE GARDENS
Join us this spring as local senior adults read aloud stories
from childrens books. Each child in attendance receives a free
book to take home. Bring a blanket or chair for sitting. Drinks
and snacks are welcomed. Age: 8 and under (accompanied
by an adult) Cost: Free Tuesdays, May, 4:00 p.m. Hopelands
Gardens (behind the Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame)
(In case of inclement weather, please call 643-4661; tune in
to Channel 4; or go to www.facebook.com/ExperienceAiken)
AFTER-SCHOOL PROGRAM
Provides activities such as homework help, games, field
trips, awards for academic achievement and a light snack daily.
Registration: Ongoing
Age: 5 - 13 Cost: $20 / Non-resident fees apply Monday
- Friday: Until May 31, 2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Smith-Hazel
Recreation Center, Activity Room.
SUMMER ADVENTURES DAY CAMP
Activities include sports, swimming, games, arts and crafts,
theme days, and special guests. Campers must bring a snack,
bag lunch, and drink daily.
Registration: open until sessions are full. A 50% deposit (per
child, per session) is required at the time of registration.
Ages: 5 - 12 (children must be these ages at the START
of the camp session) Cost: $60 per week / Non-resident fees
apply Monday - Friday, June 4 - August 17, 8:00 a.m. - 3:00
p.m.; Extended camp is available from 3:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
for an additional cost. Weeks Center
City of Aiken Events and activities
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KARATE
Traditional Karate instruction includes physical exercise,
mental discipline, and development of strength, coordination
and agility. Age: 5 - 17 Cost: $30 per month / Non-resident
fees apply.
Tuesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays, 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Weeks Center, Rooms 6 & 7
NUTRITION & AEROBICS CLASS
Getting fit for life with moderate paced aerobic and floor
exercise.
Age: 15 and up Cost: $17 monthly / Non-resident fees apply
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. Smith-Hazel
Recreation Center, Gym.
CROP NIGHT
Bring your photos and scrapbooking supplies to finish past-
due projects or inspire some new. Includes a make-and-take
project and small goodie bag!
Age: 18 and up Cost: $5 per session First Friday of each
month. 5:30 - 9:00 p.m. Weeks Center, Room 3
Summer Adventures Day Camp.
TODDLER TIME
Use the gym space to run, chase and release a lot of
energy! This program allows for kids to interact with others
of the same age, and gives parents a chance to socialize with
one another. Equipment and toys such as balls, scooters,
mats, hoola-hoops, parachutes and more will be provided to
stimulate free play. Personal toys are welcomed. Children must
be accompanied by an adult. Sibling policy: Only enrolled
participants ages 5 and under may participate in the activity.
Infants in strollers who are not yet walking are welcome
to attend. Siblings older than 5 may be present but must
stay seated on the bleachers at all times. Age: 5 and under
(accompanied by an adult) Cost: $2 per visit or $16 per 5-visit
pass Mondays and Wednesdays, 9:30 - 11:30 a.m. Weeks
Center, Gym 2
DOGA: YOGA WITH YOUR DOG
Doga is a playful four class series incorporating classical
yoga postures and your dog. The series is designed to provide
a gentle stretch and quality bonding for dog owners and their
pets. No prior yoga experience is required. All participating
dogs require up to date vaccinations. One dog permitted per
participant. Please bring a yoga mat, towel, or blanket. Age: 18
and up Cost: $20 per person / Non-resident fees apply
Sundays, May 13 - June 10 (no class 5/27), 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.
Weeks Center, Room 2
CERAMICS SUMMER CLASSES
Take this 3-month course and enjoy creating, painting,
glazing and firing a variety of objects. Fees include one class
per week (a.m. or p.m.). Classes last up to 3 hours. Age: 14
and up Cost: $90 per person / Non-resident fees apply
Choose one of the following times: Mondays, 9:00 a.m. or
6:00 p.m. Weeks Ceramics Center
CERAMICS CENTER KIDS WORKSHOPS
Sign up for various workshops throughout the summer! Kids
will be able to make and take paint a pre-chosen ceramic
piece. More information to be provided soon!
Weeks Ceramics Center.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES AT THE
CERAMICS CENTER
Rent the Ceramics Center for your childs next Birthday
Party! The ceramics instructor will help the kids paint a pre-
chosen ceramic piece. There are a variety of choices for kids
of all ages. Age: All Cost: Varies Weeks Ceramics Center
PUPPY CLASS
This class is a six-week course of instruction for puppies ten
weeks to twenty weeks of age. The puppy class is designed
to provide owners with information on how to handle a new
puppy. Puppies will learn a variety of skills and commands,
and will take the S.T.A.R. Puppy Test at the end of the course.
Puppies must have record of 2 sets of shots. Age: All Cost:
$67 per session / Non-resident fees apply
Wednesdays, May 2 - June 14; August 1 - September 5,
5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Weeks Center, Rooms 1 & 2
BASIC DOG TRAINING
The Basic Dog Training class is for dogs that are five
months old or older. This class runs for six weeks. Your dog
will learn the basic commands of come, sit, down, stay, wait,
stand, etc. Topics will include basic care of dogs and what
to expect as the training progresses. Dogs must be registered
with the City if residing within the City of Aiken and you must
provide a copy of your dogs rabies certificate. Age: All Cost:
$67 per session / Non-resident fees apply
Wednesdays, May 2 - June 14; August 1 - September 5,
7:00 - 8:00 p.m. Weeks Center, Rooms 1 & 2
Ceramics Center
SUMMER FUN DAY CAMP - SMITH-HAZEL
Activities include sports, games, arts and crafts, swimming,
special guests and field trips. Registration: Open until space is
full. Age: 5 - 14 Cost: $50 per week / Non-resident fees apply
Monday - Friday, June 4 - August 17, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Smith-Hazel Recreation Center
YOUTH ARCHERY CAMP
Sign up for a week of Archery Camp! Learn archery
safety, technique, equipment, mental concentration, and self-
improvement. Participants will shoot at a bullseye target
placed before an arrow resistant net. Equipment used is state-
of-the-art and designed to fit every participant. Camp can
accommodate up to 20 participants. Equipment is provided.
Age: 5 - 17 Cost: $52 per session / Non-resident fees apply
Monday - Friday, 3:00 - 4:30 p.m. Session 1: June 18 - 22
Session 2: July 16 - 20 Weeks Center, Gym 2
SKATE PARK HOURS OF OPERATION
Monday - Friday, 3:30 - 8:30 p.m. Saturdays (The first
Saturday of each month is a free skate day.), 9:00 a.m.
5:00 p.m.; Sundays, 1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Fees Apply for the following: Daily Pass, 5 Day Pass,
Yearly Pass. Individual Membership and Family Membership
Available. Payment must be made at the Weeks Center. Skaters
are not allowed to share a daily, 5-day or yearly pass.
Session hours will vary throughout the year and are subject
to change without notice. Session hours may be changed or
cancelled due to inclement weather.
SLAM-JAM SKATE CONTEST
Ramps, rails, and pipes will be transformed from ordinary
objects to items used to show off skills and creativity during
this fun skate contest. Winners will receive great prizes
such as wheels, bearings, t-shirts, skateboards, and more!
Age: All Cost: $5 advance / $10 day of Wednesday, May 2,
2:00 - 5:00 p.m. Aiken Skate Park
Call 642-7631for more information.
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FITNESS ROOM EQUIPMENT ORIENTATION
Learn how to safely use and make adjustments on the fitness
room equipment based on your fitness needs and level. This
is a one-time session offered to fitness room members only.
You must pre-register to attend the orientation and be a valid
Fitness Room participant. Sign up at the Weeks Center Front
Desk.
Age: 18 and up Cost: Free First Saturday of the month,
9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Weeks Fitness Room
FITNESS ROOM
The Weeks Center Fitness Room is equipped with a variety
of cardiovascular and strength training equipment, with ample
space for stretching and free weight exercise. Participants must
check in at the Weeks Center front desk. Age: 14 and up (teens
age 14-17 must be accompanied by an adult) Cost: $15 per
month (must have a Recreation Membership)
Monday - Friday, 8:15 a.m. - 8:45 p.m. Saturday: 9:15 a.m. -
4:45 p.m. Sunday: 1:15 p.m. - 4:45 p.m. Weeks Fitness Room.
PERSONAL TRAINING
Schedule a Personal Trainer for a one-on-one individualized
fitness session in the Fitness Room. We have Certified
Personal Trainers available to help you meet your fitness goals.
Participants MUST have a valid Fitness Room membership.
Contact: Lori Comshaw (803) 648-5768 or (803) 443-9771
and Tom Clements (803) 257-7800.
RECREATION RAMBLERS WALKING CLUB
Join this free club and keep track of the miles you walk
throughout the year. You can join anytime! We will celebrate
with an end of the year party. Age: 18 and up Cost: Free
Weeks Center Walking Track
FIT 4 EVER
This low impact, moderate paced fitness class is great for a
total body workout! Enjoy aerobics, resistance exercises with
light weights, and floor exercises all set to fun, upbeat music.
Age: 16 and up Cost: $27 for 10 tickets / Non-resident fees
apply. Free for SilverSneakers Swipe Card members.
Mondays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10:00 -
11:00 a.m. Weeks Center, Rooms 6 & 7
ZUMBA GOLD
Zumba Gold is the lower impact, high energy, easy to follow
Latin inspired calorie burning Zumba fitness party. Classes
feature exotic rhythms set to Latin and international beats. This
fun and friendly dance fitness class suits the needs of active
older participants, those that are just starting their journey to
a fit and healthy lifestyle, as well as those that prefer a lower
impact, high energy Zumba fitness party! Wear tennis shoes
you can dance in and bring a towel and some water! Age: 18
and up Cost: $35 for 10 tickets / Non-resident fees apply
*Try your first class for free*
Tuesdays and Thursdays, 1:30 - 2:30 p.m. Weeks Center,
Rooms 6 & 7
ZUMBA FITNESS AND TONING
Zumba Fitness classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-
energy Latin and international beats. Zumba Toning combines
targeted body-sculpting exercises and high-energy cardio work
with Latin-infused Zumba moves to create a calorie-torching,
strength-training dance fitness-party. Bring some tennis shoes
you can dance in, a towel, and some water! Age: 15 and up
Cost: $35 for 10 tickets or $6 drop-in fee/ Non-resident fees
apply Mondays and Tuesdays, 6:45 - 7:45 p.m. Weeks Center,
Rooms 6 & 7
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YOGA I, YOGA II, & EVENING YOGA
In this gentle mind/body workout, you will strengthen and
tone your body, improve your balance, flexibility, and calm
your mind. Traditional yoga poses combined with soothing
music will give your day a whole new focus. The first Tuesday
of each month will introduce basic poses. The Friday class will
offer several more challenging options. Participants may attend
any combination of Yoga I, II, & Evening Yoga classes. Age:
16 and up Cost: $41 for 10 tickets / Non-resident fees apply
Yoga I: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. Yoga
II: Fridays, 8:45 - 9:45 a.m. Evening Yoga: Mondays and
Wednesdays, 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Weeks Center, Rooms 6 & 7
PICKLEBALL AT THE WEEKS CENTER
What is Pickleball you ask? Pickleball is a combination of
tennis, badminton and ping pong, and its one of the fastest
growing sports in America. It may be a silly name, but its a
serious sport. Its fast paced and easy to learn, great exercise
and lots of fun. Good for all ages! We have all the equipment
you need, including a designated beginners court. Just bring
yourself.
Age: All Cost: $1 per visit (members); $2 per visit (non-
members) OR Annual Pass $45 (membership required)
Mondays and Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.;
Wednesdays, 6:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. -
12:00 p.m. (unavailable 5/28, 5/30, 5/31, 7/4, 7/14, 8/6)
Contact the Weeks Center Front Desk to have your named
added to the Pickleball email list and receive monthly updates
on dates and times for game play.
Weeks Center, Gym 1
PICKLEBALL BEGINNERS CLINIC
Interested in learning to play pickleball? The beginners
clinic will introduce you to the sport! Learn the rules and
additional pointers on how to play. The clinic will be followed
by open play to practice your newly learned skills. Paddles
and balls will be provided.
Age: All Cost: $15 registration fee plus daily court visit fee
Mondays, June 4 - 18, 9:00 - 10:00 a.m. Weeks Center,
Gym 1 Beginners Court
TEENY WEENIE ATHLETES
In this parent/child class, your little athlete will learn a
variety of sport skills, such as Golf, Tee Ball, and Tennis!
Parents are expected to participate. This class fills up fast so
register early!
Age: 3 - 5 Cost: $36 per child / Non-resident fees apply
Thursdays, June 7 - July 5, 5:30 - 6:15 p.m.
Weeks Center, Gym 1
RACQUETBALL
Grab a partner and enjoy this indoor sport at the Weeks
Center! Reservations are made on the hour in one hour
increments.
Mondays - Fridays, 8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Cost: $3 per
person (member); $5 per person (non-member). Reservations
are required and can be made up to 4 days in advance.
Saturdays, 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. and Sundays, 1:00 -
5:00 p.m. are Walk-In / Free Play Days. Participants
must check in at the Weeks Center front desk. (Paid court
reservations will still be taken on Saturdays and Sundays and
will supersede any walk-in players no matter how little or long
walk-in players have been on the court.)
All you can play Frequent User Pass: Cost: $130 per
person (membership required) Play as much you want without
paying court fees every time, and the pass is valid for one
year from the date of purchase. Non-Residents or Visitors can
receive City rates on court fees by purchasing a Recreation
membership.
Weeks Center, Racquetball Court .
LINE DANCE
Learn country line dances as well as those taught to jazz, big
band, and modern music in this moderately paced fitness class.
Brush-up classes are offered to help new students learn the
dance. Please see instructor for more information. Age: 16 and
up Cost: $31 for 10 tickets / Non-resident fees apply.
Tuesdays, 10:00 - 11:00 a.m.
Weeks Center, Rooms 6 & 7
BADMINTON AT THE WEEKS CENTER
Meet up with others who love the sport of badminton. We
will supply the net; you must bring your own racquet and
birdie. Age: All Cost: $1 per visit (members); $2 per visit
(non-members) OR Annual Pass $45 (membership required)
Tuesdays and Thursdays,
5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Saturdays,
12:30 3:30 p.m. (unavailable 5/28, 5/30, 5/31, 7/4, 7/14,
8/6). Contact the Weeks Center Front Desk to have your
named added to the Badminton email list and receive monthly
updates on dates and times for game play.
Weeks Center, Gym 1
ZUMBATOMIC SUMMER
Zumbatomic is a fast-forward fusion of the Zumba
programs moves and high-octane workouts designed to let
kids max out on fun and fitness all at the same time. Each
class will incorporate fun routines, games, prizes, and exciting
props. Age: 5-12 Cost: $30 per child / Non-resident fees apply
Monday - Friday, 3:15 - 4:15 p.m. Session 1: June 11 - 15
Session 2: June 25 - 29 Session 3: July 9 - 13 Session 4:
August 13 - 17 Weeks Center, Rooms 6 & 7
AMERICAN RED CROSS SWIMMING LESSONS
Registration Begins May 1
*Please register on or before the Friday prior to the session
you wish to attend. Registration will not be accepted after this
deadline.
Session 1: June 11-21 Session 2: June 25-5 Session 3:
July 9-19 Session 4: July 23-Aug. 2 Classes are Monday
- Thursday and last 45 minutes Fridays are make-up days
for lessons rained out A bathing suit is required Cost: $50
per session (residents & members) OR $85 per session (non-
resident youth) OR $90 per session (non-resident adult) Levels
1-6 / Ages 5 17. Morning Class Times: 8:30 a.m., 9:15 a.m.,
or 10:00 a.m. (all sessions). Night Class Times: 6:00 p.m.
(Session 1 & 2 only).
Adults Ages 18 & up, Toddlers Ages 2-4, and Children with
Disabilities. Morning Class Times: 10:45 a.m. (all sessions).
Night Class Times: 6:00 p.m. (Session 3 & 4 only).
Call 642-7634 or 648-3197 for more information.
SMITH-HAZEL POOL OPEN SWIM Open Swim: Monday
- Friday, 1:00 - 5:45 p.m. / Saturday: 12:00 - 5:00 p.m. /
Sunday: 1:30 - 5:00 p.m. Cost: 15 and under, $1 16 and up, $2
Call 642-7634 or 648-3197 for more information.
ATHLETICS - YOUTH
AND ADULT SPORTS
FOUR YEAR OLD SOCCER LEAGUE
A new program being offered to boys and girls who will be
4 years old by September 1, 2012. This program will focus on
fundamentals, footwork, and most of all- fun! This program is
an exciting introduction into the game of soccer. Participants
will receive jersey, shorts and socks. First time players must
bring a birth certificate to registration.
Registration: July 24 - August 9; Monday - Thursday, 8:00
a.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Age: 4 years (by September 1, 2012) Cost: $50 / Non-
resident fees apply League Play Begins: August - October,
Monday - Thursday; Times: TBA Citizens Park
FALL YOUTH SOCCER LEAGUE
Co-ed program offered to boys and girls for fun,
participation and basic skill development. Players will be
divided by age and/or skill level and teams will compete in
league play. Participants are provided jerseys, shorts and socks.
First time players must bring a birth certificate to registration.
a.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Age: 4 - 18 years (by Sept. 1, 2012) Cost: $50 / Non-
resident fees apply League Play Begins: August - October,
Monday - Thursday, 5:45 or 6:45 p.m. Citizens Park
YOUTH CHEERLEADING
An exciting new program being offered to girls introducing
cheers, sideline chants, and jumps. Participants will gain
experience cheering on the sidelines of the Youth Flag Football
games. Participants will receive a uniform and poms. First
time participants
must bring a birth certificate to registration.
Registration: July 24 - August 9; Monday - Thursday,
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Friday 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Age: 5 - 12 years (by September 1, 2012) Cost: $50 /
Non-resident fees apply Program Begins: August - October,
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YOUTH FLAG FOOTBALL
This Flag Football league provides young players a fun and
exciting opportunity to engage in a non-contact, high energy
sport. Players will be divided by age and/ or skill level and
teams will complete in league play. Participants are provided
an NFL flag football style jersey. First time players must bring
a birth certificate to registration.
Registration: July 24 - August 9; Monday - Thursday,
8:00 a.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Age: 5 - 12 (by September 1, 2012) Cost: $52 / Non-resident
fees apply League Play Begins: August - October, Monday -
Thursday, 5:45 or 6:45 p.m. Citizens Park
ADULT FLAG FOOTBALL
Flag Football league played October and November. All
players will have to present a picture I.D. to be eligible to play.
Age: 18 and up Cost: $310 Team Fee / Non-resident fees apply
League Play Begins: September, 5:45 or 6:45 p.m.
Citizens Park
FALL GIRLS VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE
Girls volleyball league designed for fun, participation and
skill development. Players will be divided by age and/or skill
level and teams will compete in league play. Participants
are provided jerseys. First time players must bring a birth
certificate to registration.
a.m. - 8:30 p.m.; Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Age: 5th grade - 8th grade (by August 2012) Cost: $42
/ Non-resident fees apply League Play Begins: September,
WEEKS TENNIS CENTER
Tennis Court Hours of Operation: Monday - Thursday:
8:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m. Friday - Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sunday: 8:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Reservations can be made by calling 642-7739 within the
hours of operation of our Center.
Reservation requests should not be left on WTC voice mail.
Weeks Tennis Center Hours of Operation:
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 a.m.
12:00 noon; and 3:30 to 9:00 p.m. Friday: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00
noon; and 3:30 to 8:00 p.m. Saturday: 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon;
and 3:30 - 8:00 p.m. Sunday: 12:45 - 8:00 p.m. Call 642-7739
for more information.
JUNIOR TENNIS CAMPS
All one-week camp sessions are from 9:00 a.m. - 12:00
noon. The classes are filled with instruction, drills, games, and
match play. Registration: Contact the Weeks Tennis Center
for enrollment information.
Age: 6 - 16 Cost: Fees apply Camp Sessions: Check with
WTC for camp dates. Monday - Friday, 9:00 a.m. - 12noon
Weeks Tennis Center
JUNIOR TENNIS CLINICS
Take part in two, one and one half hour group lessons
per week for anyone age 10 - 18 interested in developing
the skills necessary to play tennis. Through a series of drills
and fun games, designed to improve hand eye coordination
and increase small and large motor skills, with progressive
instruction, geared to fit the participants readiness level. The
clinics are designed to develop basic skills as well as teach
advanced skills, strategy, and shot selection for skilled players.
Registration: On - going / year - round
Age: 10-18 Cost: Fees apply Tuesdays and Thursdays, 4:00
- 5:30 p.m. Weeks Tennis Center
Call 642-7739 for more information. Note: For all the tennis
clinics, days and times are based on the public school system
and other factors and will be adjusted periodically as needed.
MENS & WOMENS USTA LEAGUES
USTA League Tennis is the countrys largest recreational
tennis league, helping more than 295,000 players nationwide
get on the court, have a good time, and step up their game. The
League is organized as competitive team match play. Teams
are made up of a minimum of five to eight players depending
upon division. Teams and matches are set up according to
NTRP ratings, so your teammates and opponents will be at
your skill level. USTA Fall and Spring, adult, combo, and
mixed doubles leagues.
Ranked: M (NTRP, 3.0 - 5.0)sd; W (NTRP, 2.5 - 5.0)sd; W
(NTRP, 2.5 - 5.0)sd; Combo MX (6.5 - 9.5)d
Age: 19 and up Cost: Fees apply Monday - Sunday, Hours:
TBA Weeks Tennis Center
CSRA LADIES TENNIS LEAGUES
The CSRA Ladies Tennis League is for women who desire
keeping fit and enjoy competition. Instructional clinics
continue year-round and twice a year (Fall and Spring). The
ladies are formed into teams, and compete against teams
representing other tennis facilities located throughout the
CSRA. A Division: For women who play a strong 3.5 or
higher level. Check with pro shop for clinic schedule. League
matches are played on Tuesdays during the league seasons. B
Division: For women who play a strong 3.0 to good 3.5 level.
Check with pro shop for clinic schedule. League matches are
played on Thursdays during the league seasons. C Division:
For women who play at a 2.5 to 3.0 level. Check with pro
shop for clinic schedule. League matches are played on
Fridays during the league seasons.
Age: 19 and up Cost: Fees apply League Play Begins:
League seasons begin at the beginning of August for the Fall
season and the beginning of January for the Spring Season.
Weeks Tennis Center
QUICK START TENNIS SERIES
Quick Start Tennis is a great way to introduce children to
sports. Smaller courts, smaller nets, smaller racquets and soft
tennis balls create a suitable environment for younger kids.
Registration: Series last 5 weeks; call WTC for next
registration.
Age: 4 - 10 Cost: Fees apply Mondays and Wednesdays
4:00 - 5:00 p.m. Weeks Tennis Center
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By HOLLY ELLINGTON
Staff writer
Two alligator hunters from
the swamps of Louisiana will
visit Aiken to scope out the
Aiken Standard South Caro-
lina Outdoor Expo in June.
Father-and-son duo Troy
and Jacob Landry of His-
torys show Swamp People
will be at the South Carolina
Outdoor Expo, sponsored by
Carolina Outdoors and Golf
Cars, on June 23 at the USC
Aiken Convocation Center.
The expo will run from 10
a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Landrys star in
Swamp People, a show
where History follows
swampers through a 30-day
alligator hunting season.
Now in its third season, new
episodes of Swamp People
air Thursdays at 9 p.m. on
History.
The Landrys will meet and
greet fans at the expo from
11 a.m. to 3 p.m. and will be
available for a photo opportu-
nity and autographs, so bring
a camera and an item for
them to sign.
A family-friendly event
geared toward the hunters
and fishermen of Aiken, the
Outdoor Expo is the perfect
opportunity for businesses
targeting the outdoor enthu-
siast as they will be able to
showcase the latest and great-
est in product lines, said event
coordinator Debra Price.
Fishing and hunting pro-
fessionals, as well as industry
experts, will be on hand to
share their wealth of knowl-
edge, Price said. With the
Aiken Standard already being
the trusted source for local
news and information, it
seems only natural for us to
be at the center of providing
the community with such a
venue of this caliber.
Tickets for the expo are $8
and go on sale April 2 at the
USCA Convocation Center
box office.
Attendees can visit booths
covering the spectrum of
outdoor activities, including
hunting, fishing and archery
demonstrations for adults and
children alike.
We encourage families to
bring their children and intro-
duce them to positive role
models in the outdoor arena,
as well as experiencing hands-
on attractions geared spe-
cifically to their age group,
Price said.
The S.C. Department of
Natural Resources is bringing
its TOMO Heritage Trailer,
Price said. TOMO, which
stands for Take One Make
One, is designed to teach safe
hunting practices to students
who have no previous outdoor
hunting experience, according
to SCDNR.
The TOMO Heritage
Trailer will give kids the
opportunity to experience
shooting sports and the out-
doors through the use of
video simulators and hands-
on air rifle ranges, according
to SCDNR.
Our goal is to make this
a true outdoor experience for
children and adults, Price
said.
Hooties Outdoors Inc. will
have combination fishing/
archery equipment on display
and an archery ranch for kids,
Price said, and the U.S. Army
National Guard is bringing a
Humvee and video game ops
station for kids.
Residents will be able take
a spin on a Harley without
going anywhere with Harley
Davidson of Augustas Jump
Start Simulator, Price added,
and several outdoor educa-
tional organizations will be in
attendance to educate about
area animals.
The Aiken Standard will
run several contests and pro-
motions leading up to the
expo, including a cookbook
and photo contests. Look for
announcements in the Aiken
Standard and on the Aiken
Standards Facebook page.
Residents may purchase
tickets at Carolina Outdoors
and Golf Cars, 2258 Whiskey
Road.
For more information on
sponsorships and booths, call
Price at 644-2377.
Swamp People to visit for new outdoor expo
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USC Aiken Convocation Center Box Office
(803) 643-6900 375 Robert Bell Pkwy Aiken, SC 29801
Carolina Outdoors and Golf Cars
2258 Whiskey Road Aiken, SC 29803
Hooties Outdoors
3770 Jefferson Davis Hwy. Clearwater, SC 29822
Waldens Outdoor
247 Bobby Jones Exp. Martinez, GA 30907
Fireside Outdoor Kitchen & Grills
1242 Broad Street Augusta 30901
Tickets on sale now
Price: $8.00 per person
When: June 23, 2012. 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Where: USC Aiken Convocation Center
Parking: Convocation Center Parking lot, free
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Summer vacation often
starts with high expectations.
Children are excited about
the prospect of fun days out-
doors playing with friends,
while parents anxiously await
relaxing months without the
responsibilities of school and
extracurricular clubs. But
once summer vacation arrives
and the first few days have
passed, parents often find that
the litany of cheers and gig-
gles transform into a chorus
of Im bored.
Many parents pore over
ideas that will keep their
children busy throughout
the summer. Many activities
that come to mind tend to be
expensive, so if cutting costs
is a priority, parents might
need to think outside the box
to come up with entertaining
ideas that wont break the
bank.
Camp
Summer camp is a popular
way for kids to spend their
summers, but many camps
are expensive.The American
Camp Association has found
that overnight camps can cost
anywhere from $325 to $780
a week. Day camp fees may
be $100 to $275 per week.
Parents who send their chil-
dren to camp for an entire
season might pay anywhere
from $3,000 to $9,000 for the
seven- to nine-week program.
Parents looking for an alter-
native to costly camps should
consider local programs
that offer summer activi-
ties. Libraries, schools and
childcare centers may have
programs that run the length
of summer and are consider-
ably less expensive than more
formal camps. A YMCA or
even a swim club may also
put together activities. Parents
whose children attend after-
school sporting classes, such
as karate or soccer, may find
that the organizations offer a
camp or summer program.
Day Trips
If a parent is off for the
summer, then day trips may
be a possibility. Schedule a
few day trips to different loca-
tions that the kids are excited
to see. Newspapers routinely
print Go See It or Just Go
listings that highlight local
events. The family can gather
around the table and decide
which outings would be inter-
esting and then mark them on
the calendar. Some parents
purchase season passes to
amusement parks and take the
kids several times over the
summer. In either case, bring
snacks and lunch from home
when possible to keep costs
in check.
Kid Swap
Chances are many of your
neighbors are also facing the
same difficulties as they try
to find ways for kids to spend
their summer afternoons. Par-
ents can get together and set
up a schedule for entertaining
the kids. For example, one
parent is responsible for the
whole lot one day, while the
next day another parent takes
a turn. This gives parents the
opportunity to take a break
from parental responsibilities
and enjoy some quiet time.
And for the children, time
spent in a pool, watching
movies, playing video games,
or riding bikes is often more
enjoyable with friends in tow.
Fun Projects
Children often want to feel
useful, and may enjoy the
responsibility of some easy
tasks in and around the house
-- so long as the tasks are fun.
Washing the car with a hose
and a bucket of sudsy water
is a fun way to cool off during
the hot summer days and get
a chore done. While parents
should not expect a perfect
job, they can rest assured that
the kids will have at least an
hour of fun in the sun and
water.
Set aside a patch of the
yard that children can turn
into their own personal gar-
dens. Encourage digging in
this area and provide seeds or
seedling plants as well as kid-
sized gardening tools. Each
day the kids can check on the
progress of their gardens.
Some home-improvement
and craft stores sponsor free
learning activities for chil-
dren. They can be held in the
morning or afternoon and
will teach interesting skills
that can be put to use again at
home.
Summer vacations are soon
to arrive, and parents can be
armed with a list of enjoyable
-- yet inexpensive -- ways to
keep kids busy.
How to keep kids entertained all summer long
When school lets out for the
summer, many parents are left
searching for ways to keep children
entertained in the ensuing months.
Keep Your Kids Brains
Active Over Summer
This summer, millions
of kids will experience the
dreaded summer slide,
described as the educational
ground lost when young
minds sit idle over summer.
Many teachers spend the
first four to six weeks at the
start of each school year re-
teaching material students
have forgotten over summer,
says Ron Fairchild, execu-
tive director of the Center
for Summer Learning at The
Johns Hopkins University.
To help your children avoid
this intellectual slump and
give them an academic leg-up
come fall, keep them thinking
over the summer by making
learning fun. Here are a few
ideas to get you started:
Educational
Outings
Be sure your summer
is filled with outings that
will jog your kids noggins.
Museums, historical sights
and science centers are great
combinations of learning
and fun. Turn a hike through
the woods into an opportu-
nity to learn about trees and
wildlife. If youre going on
vacation, encourage your kids
to research the history and
culture of your destination
in advance. Remember, even
a trip to the ballpark can be
educational. For a painless
math lesson, talk stats about
your favorite baseball team.
Smart Games
All those outings are going
to mean a lot of time in
the car. Rather than repeat-
edly answer the classic road
trip mantra -- are we there
yet? take advantage of
the time together and use it
to play games that challenge
smarts. Brain Quest (www.
BrainQuest.com) for example,
an educational tool popular
amongst teachers, parents and
children, helps bridge the gap
in learning from the end of
one school year to the start of
the next. Consider using their
card decks and workbooks,
full of curriculum-based con-
tent, as they are easy to pack
into a hand bag or beach bag.
You can easily turn those long
boring road trips into fun and
educational bonding experi-
ences!
I advise all my students to
use learning tools like Brain
Quest on summer vacation to
avoid brain wipeout and get a
jump on next years material,
says Kim Tredick, a 5th grade
teacher in Santa Clarita, CA,
and the 2006 Milken Award
Winner. As one of my stu-
dents says -- its a first class
ticket to straight As!
Pen and Paper
Theres no better time than
summer to curl up outside or
on an extended road trip with
a great book. You can instill
a love of reading in your
children by arming them with
both a library card and a sum-
mer reading list. Be sure to
visit your library frequently to
refresh their reading material
and help them get inspired.
Most libraries host readings
and book clubs, and even
offer free classes. Take advan-
tage of such programs.
If its been awhile since
your children used pen and
paper, have them keep sum-
mer journals about their expe-
riences. For those inclined
toward fiction, encourage
them to use the time off to
write short stories or a novel.
A long vacation is no
excuse to give a brain time
off. This summer, turn down
time at the pool and on the
road into a learning experi-
ence.
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National Learn to Swim
Day is Saturday, May 19, and
parents across the country
are gearing up to get their
children out of the house
and into the pool. Its impor-
tant to teach your kids to
swim early on, as progres-
sive learning will help them
develop skills that will last a
lifetime.
According to the Red
Cross, drowning is the sec-
ond leading cause of uninten-
tional injury-related death for
children ages 1 to 14 years
old. A child should never be
left unattended in or around
the water -- even in your
home pool, where statistics
show toddlers are most sus-
ceptible.
Learning to swim is not
only a necessary safety mea-
sure; its also a fun physical
activity that families can
enjoy together.
SwimWays, the creator of
the Swim Steps program that
helps kids learn to swim, is
sharing four simple steps to
help you introduce your chil-
dren to the water, and set the
stage for a lifetime of swim-
ming:
Get your child comfort-
able in the water at an early
age. You can introduce babies
to the water using a baby
float. The SwimWays Baby
Spring Float for example, has
a mesh play space for toys
and splashing. Teach them
that the water is a fun place
to play.
Explore the water with
your child using swim-train-
ing aids specially designed
to help parents teach kids to
swim. The Swim Steps line
includes the Swim Sweater
and Swim Vests that will
comfortably help your little
one balance and paddle --
two important pre-swimming
skills.
Once your child is ready
to learn to swim, use a gradu-
ated flotation device, such as
the Power Swimr, to allow
him or her to develop swim-
ming abilities at his or her
own pace. Be sure to keep an
active eye and supervise at
all times!
While you may feel your
little one has the skills to
swim without help by now,
remember it takes a lot of
courage to traverse the water
alone.
Its often beneficial for a
child to ease into swimming
with a bit of extra support
before taking their first solo
strokes. Kids can use kick-
boards as they begin to mas-
ter their swimming skills and
gain the confidence needed
to swim successfully.
You can find information
and ways your family can
participate in National Learn
to Swim Day at www.Teach-
MeToSwim.com. Before you
know it, your child will be a
fish in the water!
Todays kids are busier than
ever before. Commitments in
the classroom coupled with
a full slate of extracurricular
activities have ensured that
many of todays school-aged
children dont have a minute
to spare.
While its important for kids
to embrace extracurricular
activities, parents know its not
always easy helping kids find
the right activity that allows
them to grow outside the
classroom while still focusing
on their responsibilities inside
it. In addition, kids interests
tend to change at the drop
of a hat, so something they
want to do today might bore
them come tomorrow. To help
kids choose and manage their
extracurricular activities, con-
sider the following tips.
Emphasize that school-
work must come first. Kids
get excited about extracur-
ricular activities, especially
ones involving sports where
they get to spend time playing
with their friends. But parents
should emphasize that school
still comes first and that, if
schoolwork starts to suffer,
participation in extracurricular
activities will be put on hold
until kids get their studies
back on track.
Go over coursework at the
start of the school year. Exam-
ine a childs course load before
choosing an extracurricular
activity. Its important to do
this each year, as coursework
gets more difficult as children
get older. Just because a child
could handle a couple of after-
school activities a week when
he or she was in fifth grade
does not mean such a schedule
will be as manageable when
the same child reaches high
school. Go over coursework
and requirements as early as
possible, preferably before the
school year starts, so you and
your child can get a grip on
what can and cant be handled
with regards to extracurricular
activities.
Get a grasp of the commit-
ment required of a given activ-
ity. Extracurricular activities
require various levels of com-
mitment. Varsity sport partici-
pation, for example, typically
requires daily commitment
and often requires kids to par-
ticipate on weekends or even
the sports off-season, which
may include summer vacation.
However, volunteering with
a local charity likely wont
require such a large commit-
ment and such charities often
allow volunteers to choose
their own schedules. Parents
and their children should con-
sider the level of commitment
an extracurricular requires and
choose the activity theyre
most comfortable with.
Dont overlook the social
benefits of extracurricular
activities. When helping kids
choose an extracurricular
activity, its important to leave
the ultimate decision in their
hands. After all, kids wont
get much of the experience if
theyre reluctant to participate.
However, parents should not
overlook the social benefits
of extracurricular activities.
Consider those benefits when
helping kids choose activities,
especially if theyre likely
to choose solitary activities
like learning a musical instru-
ment. Its good to encourage
such interests, but also try to
encourage a balance between
solitary activities and ones that
encourage socialization with
peers, such as a sports team,
debate club or volunteering
with other students at a local
charity.
Dont forget the fun fac-
tor. Extracurricular activities
are not just supposed to instill
character, theyre also sup-
posed to be fun. If kids arent
having fun or showing any
interest in a given extracur-
ricular activity, then help them
find another one. Kids need
time to have fun away from
school just like adults need
time for fun away from the
office. Weigh how enjoyable a
given activity figures to be for
your youngster before signing
them up.
How to help kids choose
an extracurricular activity
Certain extracurricular activities, including sports, require
larger commitments than others.
How To Teach Your Kids
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to Vacation Bible School
At the church with the fountain
St. John's United Methodist Church
RichIand Avenue & Newberry Street, Downtown
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Jackson Branch Library
Programs begin at 2 pm on Wednesdays.

June 13 Puppet Show
Presenting the classic childrens book, The Paper Bag Princess.

June 20 Savannah River Ecology Lab
Creepy, crawly fun with critters!

June 27 Magician Chad Crews
Be amazed by his mysterious feats of illusion!

July 11 Porkchop Productions
The funniest theatrical version of Chicken Little.

July 18 Sarah Dippity
Comedy, puppets, and magic in a rollicking show!

July 25 Summer Splash
Wear your swimsuit and come play in the spray!
Midland Valley Branch Library
Programs begin at 2 pm on Thursdays.



June 28 Pantasia Steel Band
Music and stories of the Caribbean.

July 12 Puppet Show


New Ellenton Branch Library
Programs begin at 2:30 pm on Tuesdays.


June 19 Puppet Show



This childrens performer combines comedy,
puppets, and magic for a rollicking show.

July 24 Roaming Along in Story and Song
with folksinger Cathy Benedetto and storyteller Vic McGraner.
Nancy Bonnette Library, Wagener
Programs begin at 2:30 on Thursdays.

June 14 Spoon Man Jim Cruise
Join Jim for a fun, interactive musical show!

June 21 Puppet Show



July 19 Ruth Patrick Science Education Center
Creepy, crawly fun with critters! Get up close
and personal with local wildlife!

Jackson Branch Library
Programs begin at 2 pm on Wednesdays.

June 13 Puppet Show





Midland Valley Branch Library
Programs begin at 2 pm on Thursdays.



June 28 Pantasia Steel Band
Music and stories of the Caribbean.

July 12 Puppet Show


New Ellenton Branch Library
Programs begin at 2:30 pm on Tuesdays.


June 19 Puppet Show



This childrens performer combines comedy,
puppets, and magic for a rollicking show.

Nancy Bonnette Library, Wagener
Programs begin at 2:30 on Thursdays.

June 14 Spoon Man Jim Cruise
Join Jim for a fun, interactive musical show!

June 21 Puppet Show



July 19 Ruth Patrick Science Education Center
Creepy, crawly fun with critters! Get up close
and personal with local wildlife!

Aiken County Branch Libraries

Midland Valley Branch Library New Ellenton Branch Library
9 Hillside Rd. 113 Pine Hill Ave.
Langley, SC 29834 New Ellenton, SC 29809
(803) 593-7379 (803) 652-7845

Nancy Bonnette Library Jackson Branch Library
204 Park St. NE 106 Main St.
Wagener, SC 29164 Jackson, SC 29831
(803) 564-5396 803) 471-3811

MV, NE & Jackson library hours: Mon, Wed, Thurs 1 - 6, Tues 2 - 6.

Wagener library hours: Mon-Thurs 10-1, 2-6.

All children completing the Summer Reading
requirements will receive a reading medal
and certificate of achievement.

Thanks to our local Summer Reading Sponsors!
rbp 5/12
Jackson, Midland Valley, New Ellenton,
& Wagener Branch Libraries
Aiken Electric Cooperative
Aiken Express Car Wash
Aiken Newcomers Club
Aiken Standard
Aiken Womans Club
American Assn. of University
Women
Carolina First Bank
Cedar Creek Ladies Club
EnergySolutions/Chem Nuclear
Systems
Friends of the Aiken Public Library
Friends of the Jackson Branch
Library
Howell Printing
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Matt Nieman Insurance Agency
McDonalds of Aiken
Meybohm Realtors
Parkside Womens Centre
Pepperidge Farm
RCS Corporation
Rocky L. Napier, D.M.D.
Savannah River Nuclear Solutions
Savannah River Remediation
Security Federal Bank
Silver Bluff Animal Hospital
Specs Vision Center
Target of Aiken
Tom Young-Allstate Ins.
Wal-Mart of Aiken
Women of Woodside
Program schedules and information at
www.abbe-lib.org.
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