Bellingham Parks & Recreation Leisure Guide
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360-778-7000 cob/org/recreation 9 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 accessible for 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. They 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 any advocates to arrange necessary support when indicated. For more questions regarding Specialized Recreation services, please contact Amanda Grove at 778-7000 (or 778-7011 TDD) or by email at agrove@cob.org. SPIN DANCES Bellingham Parks and Recreation, along with the Max Higbee Center, and Whatcom County Parks have planned four dances for individuals with disabilities. All persons age 14 and over are invited for music, dancing and loads of fun! AGES: 14 years and older DAY/DATES: Mondays, Sept 18 ("Sports Night!"); Oct 16 ("Halloween Costume Night"); Nov 20 ("Favorite Movie Character Night"); Dec 18 ("WInter Wonderland Night") TIME: 6–8pm LOCATION: Bellingham Senior Center, 315 Halleck St COST: FREE! 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. ACTIVITY# 8006 EZ REG: Internet registration available AGES: 18 years and older DAY/DATES: Mondays, September 25–December 11 (No class Oct 16 or Nov 20) TIME: 4–6pm LOCATION: Maritime Heritage Park Pavilion, 514 W Holly COST: $51 INSTRUCTOR: Jan Lor MIN: 10 MAX: 12 ADAPTED AQUATICS Adapted Aquatic is a time for individuals, 3 years or older, with special needs to get in the water and work one-on-one with a volunteer pool buddy for one hour. Volunteers will be working with participants toward increasing flexibility, exercising and having fun. EZ REG: Internet registration available AGES: 3 years and older DAY/DATES: Tuesdays, Oct 10–31 SESSION 1 — Wednesdays, Oct 11–Nov 1 Thursdays, Oct 12–Nov 2 SESSION 2 — Tuesdays, Nov 7–Dec 5 (No class Nov 21) Wednesdays, Nov 8–Dec 6 (No class Nov 22) Thursdays, Nov 9–Dec 7 (No class Nov 23) TIME: 5:15–6pm LOCATION: Arne Hanna Aquatic Center COST: $24 DOWN SYNDROME OUTREACH'S 14TH ANNUAL BUDDY WALK The Buddy Walk® is a fun and rewarding opportunity to promote acceptance and inclusion of people with Down syndrome and celebrate Down syndrome Awareness Month. This year's