York Little Theater

Does your child have a flair for drama, want to sing out loud, like to make-up stories?

If you answered yes to any (or all) of these questions than a Fall Session class at York Little Theater might be right up their alley. YLT has been a staple here in York, and well known for quality entertainment and instruction, since 1933. Their next session begins October 22nd, so hurry up and check out their lineup for classes from ages 3-18. (Adults are always welcome too!!)

Call 717-854-3894 or visit them online at www.ylt.org .

YorkArts Kids Classes!!

Mark your calendar and sign-up today, these classes tend to fill up quickly!!

1. Mommy (or Daddy) and Me Painting, all supplies included, Saturday November 19th and Saturday December 3rd, each session is from 9-10:30am and costs $25 total (for both parent and student). Suggested age range 3-6.

2. Edible Mosaic Class! (ages 6-10) Tuesdays November 8-29th from 4-5:30pm. Each student should bring a healthy snack for their first class (Cheerios, Carrots or Celery). $55

3. Parent and Child Pottery Workshop (ages 7+) $35 for parent and student, register for ONE Saturday, either, October 22nd, November 19th or December 3rd, 9-11am. (Only 4 spots open for each Saturday so don't wait!!)

Call YorkArts at 717-848-3200 or visit them online at www.yorkarts.org.

Trick-or-Treat 2011

Here is the latest Trick-or-Treat list, from WGAL, and it covers most areas in York County. If you don't see your specific Township or Borough on the list check back in a few days, this is Day 1 of the listings and WGAL is normally good about updating lists!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!!

http://www.wgal.com/news/29372249/detail.html

Things to do!

Fall is without a doubt my favorite time of year. I know many people don't like thinking about the cold weather approaching, and the dreaded snow, but seeing the leaves change, hay rides and pumpkin pie always seem to make me smile. (oh and apple pies too!) Around this time of year I also think about all of the upcoming things I want to do with my daughter, the semi-laziness of summer is over, school has started and the prospect of playing outdoors is coming to a close. Here is my list of activities, classes and places to go when it's cold, wet and blah.

1. DreamWright's Youth and Family Theater (http://dreamwrights.org/)- Fall classes are out and ready for your little thespian! I cannot say enough about how much we have enjoyed this place, check out their line-up and remember that scholarships are available!
2. York Little Theater- (http://www.ylt.org/)- Fall classes are posted online, I have heard wonderful things about YLT too, check it out!
3. York City Ice Arena- (http://www.yorkskate.com/)- Classes are forming now for ice skating lessons, hockey lessons and public skating sessions are always available. There is a current coupon online, 50% off a class for city residents, enjoy!
4. Tumble Town- (http://www.tumbletowns.net/)- When in doubt, we always head to Tumble Town to burn off some energy. Make sure you check their website for current opportunities, like Mom's Morning Out on Oct. 12th and 26th from 10:30am-12:30pm. Also the York Area Down Syndrome Association has their play-date at the York Galleria Tumble Town the third Saturday of every month from 9-10am!
5. York County Libraries- (http://www.yorklibraries.org/) FREE family fun, always well organized and well attended. Check out their story times, craft dates and for children in the York City School District there is FREE tutoring available on selected dates.
6. Just Learning (http://www.justlearningstore.com/)- A great, local, toy store with it's own FREE story/craft time Friday's at 11:30am. The store is located in Queensgate shopping center and don't forget to check her website for upcoming events (we attended a Dino-poetry event that was FANTASTIC!!)
7. Romp and Roll- Roll R' Way (http://www.rollrway.net/)-Starting Tuesday October 18th RNR is back on, the preschool set can bring ride on toys, strollers, bikes basically anything on wheels and have the whole rink to themselves. The cost is $3 per child and it is a lot of fun for the little ones!
8. Bowling at Suburban Bowlerama (http://www.suburbanbowlerama.com/)- Sign-ups are underway for Youth Bowling programs beginning in January for kids as young as 4. Check out other bowling alley's for their programs!
9. Greater York Dance (http://www.gycde.com/)- If your child is serious about dance, or just wanting to explore more, Greater York is the place for them. Top notch instructors with an excellent reputation.

For More CLASSES AND ACTIVITIES check out these sources:

• The YMCA of York: http://www.yorkcoymca.org/
• The YWCA of York: http://www.ywcayork.org/
• The Jewish Community Center: http://www.yorkjcc.org/
• York Arts: http://www.yorkarts.org/
• Lotus Moon Yoga (yes Yoga for kids!) http://www.lotusmoonyogayork.com/
• The North Museum in Lancaster: http://www.northmuseum.org/
• Hands on House in Lancaster: http://www.handsonhouse.org/
• Explore and More in Gettysburg: http://www.exploreandmore.com/
• The Playhouse Cafe in Lemoyne: http://theplayhousecafe.com/
• Bring-On-Play: http://yorkcity.org/bop (click on Plaza Palooza on the right)
• Atomic Bounce (bounce house fun!!) http://www.atomicbouncerocks.com/

And don't forget to check out your local township and surrounding townships for great kids classes! I have found that York Township, Springettsbury Township and West York Borough have had the best selection in the past, but every township should offer some classes and fun days. Above everything else visit a local playground, a state or local park, take a hike or go fishing; York has so much beauty in the fall, soak it in and enjoy it!

Camps!!

With only a few weeks of summer left, can you believe it, there are still a lot of opportunities to get involved in local camps. Here are just a few options that I found, that are still available, with a little more research I bet you can find more!

1. York Suburban Summer Enrichment Camps and Classes- offered by Yorks Suburban Community Education for children. Visit: www.ysd.org and click on "communities" for more information.

2. York Jewish Community Center- Summer camps for kids aged 3 to 14 years old. Call 843-0918 or visit them online at www.yorkjcc.org for more information. Camps available include themed camps, sports camps, cheerleading and dance camps.

3. Tumbletown at the York Galleria- Offers camps for kids 2-10 years old, every Monday and Wednesday from 10:30am-1:30pm, now through August 17th. Call for more details; 600-2362

4. Camp Spirit- Sponsored by the YMCA of York. This camp runs daily, M-F, from 9:00am-3:30pm. Camp Spirit is available for kids who have finished Kindergarten through age 15. For more information call 292-5622 ex.35 or 755-7144. Or visit www.yorkymca.org. The cost is $125 per week for members and $150 for program members.

5. YMCA York- There are two camps sponsored by the YMCA. For the younger set, ages 5-7, there is a Summer Explorers Camp. For kids 7-15 Camp Cann-Edi-On is ready and set, with canoeing, hiking, swimming and more. Please call 366-1073 for more on either camp or visit www.ywcayork.org

6. Little Spartans Day Camp- Sponsored by York Country Day School, this is either a half-day camp or full-day camp available Monday through Friday for boys and girls aged 6-11. Contact Jim Mustard at 815-6715 for more information.

7. York Little Theater's Stages School of Theatre Arts- Classes available for children ages 5-13 weekdays and ages 6 through adult evenings and weekends. Classes cover all aspects of theater life, from performance, to makeup, to lighting. For more details call 854-3894 or visit www.ylt.org

8. Greater York Dance- There are still dance camps available for tiny tots aged 3 up to ballerinas aged 18. Call 755-6683 or visit www.gydance.org for more information.

Dr. Seuss' How The Grinch Stole Christmas

The Pullo Center at Penn State York will be putting on How The Grinch Stole Christmas! The Musical! this November 12th at 7:00pm and November 13th at 2:00pm. Tickets are, eekk, $59 and $46 dollars, but if you are looking for a special holiday treat this may fit the bill! Look on their website for a preview of the play. http://pullocenter.yk.psu.edu/event_detail/237/Dr._Seuss_How_The_Grinch_Stole_Christmas_The_Musical?utm_source=exacttarget&utm_campaign=Robert+Randolph+Announce-1838425&utm

Visit Your Library Today!

We have a fabulous library system here in York County and if you haven't been spending anytime there lately think about reacquainting yourself with their wonderful events. Here are just a few of the upcoming events, this week, that might peek some interest!

This Friday if you have a fan of Curious George in your house, why not take them to meet him at the Village Library in Jacobus this Friday at 10:30am. On Saturday at 10am, if you are near the Hanover Public Library think about stopping in with your young reader and let them spend time reading books to a therapy dog (studies show kids are more relaxed readers when they are allowed time to read to animals.) Finally, on Monday the 25th stop by Martin Memorial Library at 10am to hear Dr. Jessica Nolan, a biology professor at York College, read When Turtle Grew Feathers: A Tale from the Choctaw Nation and learn about the tortoise and the hare and make a fun craft!

Here is a list of upcoming events at your local library, remember, Reader are Leaders!!

http://www.yorklibraries.org/evanced/lib/eventsxml.asp?dm=rss2&lib=all&Ag=Kids&nd=42