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2023 January Newsletter

Happy January and Happy New Year from all of us at the WAWM RCS Department!

New Year, New You!

Are you thinking about taking on a New Year's Resolution or two? Let the WAWM RCS Department help you on your journey! 


Many resolutions we set for ourselves in the new year can be so extreme that they are almost impossible to keep. Starting small and focusing on one goal at a time can make them more attainable. 


So how exactly can the WAWM RCS Department help you with your New Year, New Me goals? We offer a variety of classes that can help you on your journey. Let us be the solution to your resolutions!

View our winter/spring activity guide online. See what the WAWM RCS Department has to offer you in 2023!

2023 WINTER/SPRING ACTIVITY GUIDE

Maker's Space

On Monday, December 12, the WAWM RCS Department announced the addition of a Maker’s Space to the Recreation and Community Services Center located at 2450 South 68th St.


At its most basic definition, a makerspace is a place where you can make things. These spaces are for hands-on learning and include many different mediums and tools for unlimited creativity. Each makerspace is different which makes them all very unique. Makerspaces are a destination where learners (students or adults) can problem solve, develop skills and talents along with forging mental health through art and creativity.


“At the Recreation Department, everyone's an artist in our Maker’s Space,” Facility Scheduler and co-creator of the Maker’s Space, Jill Ponzi said. “Our physical space is called the Maker’s Space with an apostrophe because this is your space as the maker. We want you to come here and create what you want based on the materials available to you.”


The Maker’s Space is open Monday through Thursday from 9am to 7pm, Fridays 9am to 3pm, and Saturday and Sunday from 9am to 1pm. You are required to check in at the front desk when you arrive at the Recreation Center and students grades 5th and under require adult supervision. For students in 6th grade and above, you are required to leave your school ID at the front desk and you can retrieve it upon departure.


This is a shared space, so in an effort to keep it clean, safe, and welcoming for all, we ask all to adhere to the posted usage guidelines. Don’t worry though your creativity won’t be limited by too many rules. The WAWM Recreation Department wants you to have full creative freedom when you enter the Maker’s Space, but we expect that everyone else will have the same opportunity after you leave. 


“We are so excited that this space will finally be open to our residents,” Program Manager and co-creator of the Maker’s Space Linda Gritzmacher said. “Bring your ideas and bring your friends and get to work. The possibilities are endless and we can’t wait to see what you create!”


Donations of materials or funds are always welcome and will help the evolution of this room. For more information on how to donate to the Maker’s Space, please email Linda Gritzmacher at gritl@wawmsd.org

Upcoming Non-School Day Camps

Do you have childcare for non-school days? If not, look no further. The WAWM RCS Department hosts our Non-School Day Camp for 4k-5th grade on most days school is not in session. For more information, please visit us at wawmrec.com. Questions? Give us a call at 414-604-4900.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE

Shout-Out!

Action & Non School Day Camp Staff

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NEW! Adult Fitness

ZUMBA®️

Meet Kayla Glainyk!


Kayla has been a licensed Zumba®️ instructor since October 2021, and she is joining the WAWM RCS Department for the winter/spring season! Zumba®️ is her passion and has been a big part of her fitness journey over the last four years. Zumba®️ has made her very happy, and she wants to show others how it can bring happiness to their life too. Let’s dance while working out too. Come Zumba®️ with us! Sign up today!


Winter/Spring Zumba®️ Sessions:

Location: Walker Elementary - 900 S. 119th St.

Time: Wednesdays from 6-7pm

Fee: $24 RES/$36 NR

Winter Session:108100.03 | 1/25 to 3/8 (no class 2/15)

Spring Session: 108100.04 | 3/22-5/10 (no class 4/5 & 4/19)

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER ONLINE

NEW Adult Sport League

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Stuff & Fluff Party 

Check out these new best friends!



Participants from our Stuff and Fluff Party each created their teddy bears from start to finish. Each child chose their teddy bear style, stuffed them, and designed a fun outfit for it. If you missed out, we have another Stuff and Fluff Party scheduled for February 4th.

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Adaptive Recreation:

Pancake Breakfast Fundraiser

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Adaptive Art Party

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55+ Young at Heart

Short Story Reading Club

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55+ Young at Heart

Active Living Everyday

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Youth Sports

Basketball Officials Training

Youth Theater

SAVE THE DATE!

HIGH SCHOOL PRODUCTION:

CLUE ON STAGE


PERFORMANCE INFORMATION:

DATES: January 26th-29th

LOCATION: Nathan Hale High School​ - 11601 W. Lincoln Ave.

CLICK HERE FOR MORE INFORMATION

THANK YOU!

Annual Children's Holiday Shopping Experience

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