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8 spring 2016 leisure guide 360-778-7000 SPECIALIZED RECREATION SERVICES Bellingham Parks and Recreation is committed to providing quality opportunities to all members of our community. We recognize that making our services and facilities accessible to people with disabilities helps build a positive community. We strive to ensure compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act as well as foster positive relationships between all our participants. Specialized Recreation services include: Programs designed for individuals who have a disability Inclusion support for individuals with disabilities wishing to participate in any program offered by Bellingham Parks and Recreation Liaison to community groups serving individuals with disabilities The programs listed in this section are designed for individuals who have a disability. These programs offer opportunities for individuals to develop a skill or have opportunities for socialization. Inclusion support services include arranging for requested accommodation or adaptation to facilitate successful participation in general programming offered by Bellingham Parks and Recreation. Participants will be asked if they require assistance or accommodation at the time of registration. Recreation staff will then contact participants and/or parent/advocate to arrange necessary support when indicated. For questions regarding Specialized Recreation services, please contact Amanda Grove at 778-7000 or agrove@cob.org. MULTI-MEDIA ART For Adults 18 & Older with Developmental Disabilities This class will explore the use of a variety of materials, such as watercolors, acrylics, colored pencils and inks. Participants will have the opportunity to engage in activities such as printmaking, creating a collage, designing note cards and painting. Creative enrichment, individual choices and enjoyment will be emphasized. Minimum must be met one week prior to first class. PROG# 5705 EZ REG: Internet registration available AGES: 18 years and older DAY/DATES: Mondays, April 25, May 2, 9, 23, June 6, 13 TIME: 4–6 p.m. LOCATION: Maritime Heritage Park Pavilion, 514 W Holly (Environmental Learning Center) COST: $32 INSTRUCTOR: Jan Lor MIN: 10 MAX: 12 EVENTS SPIN DANCES Bellingham Parks and Recreation, along with the Max Higbee Center and Whatcom County Parks have planned three dances for individuals with disabilities. All persons age 14 and over are invited for live music, dancing and loads of fun! AGES: 14 years and older DAY/DATES: Mondays, March 21 ("St Patrick's Day" with Maggie's Fury); April 18 ("Crazy Hat Night"); May 16 ("80's Night!" music by Whatcom Sound) TIME: 6-8 p.m. LOCATION: Bellingham Senior Center, 315 Halleck COST: A package of graham crackers at the door —Program registration begins Monday, March 7— DO YOU NEED ASSISTANCE OR ACCOMMODATION? If you have a disability and require assistance and/or accommodation to participate in any of our programs, please call at least two weeks prior to the registration deadline. Our staff can assist in obtaining special equipment, interpretive services, or other support necessary to make your involvement successful. Please look over our program offerings in this publication and contact Amanda at 778-7000 (778-7011 TDD) for more information. Please note that accommodations are most successful when we are notified as far in advance as possible.

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