Parks, Recreation, & Cultural Resources

Complete List of Upcoming Events for November and December 2009

Tringali Recreation Center
Contact Person: Joan Hawkins
3460 N.Access Rd
Englewood, FL.34224
941.681.3742

Tringali’s Fee-Based Events:

Breakfast With Santa - Charlotte County Parks, Recreation and Cultural Resources will be hosting Breakfast with Santa, December 12, 2009, from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. Breakfast with Santa will be held in the community center, building #1, at the Tringali Recreation Center located at 3460 N. Access Rd Englewood. Children from the community will able to share a pancake breakfast with Santa and create a holiday craft while being entertained by our youth specialty classes. Tickets for the event will be available for presale beginning November 2, 2009 at Tringali Recreation Center, Unit #4 for $5.00 per person. Tickets bought at the door day of the event will be $7.00. For more information please call 941.681.3742.

Tae Kwon Do – Ages six to adult are welcome Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Participants will learn self control, confidence, self defense, discipline and respect. Tae Kwon Do is a fun disciplined way to develop the qualities of good character. Cost is $40.00 per month and $20.00 for each additional family member. Please call 941.681.3742 for more information.

Gymnastics – Ages three and up welcome on Wednesday nights, class times range from 4:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Preschool and school ages classes are offered. Class fees range from $28.00 to $38.00 per month. This program is instructed by State and national winning coach and competition Judge Gina Bannan of Bayside All-Stars Elite. Please call 941.681.3742 for more information.

Dog Obedience – Training is provided to dog owners of all ages using positive training and reinforcement methods. Classes run for eight weeks and class times range between 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Monday evenings. More information to follow.

Cornhole - All ages are welcome for Drop in Cornhole on Thursdays from 6:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. for a nominal fee of $3.00. Please call 941.681.3742 for more information.

Yoga – For Adults this program is offered on Wednesday nights from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Cost is $12.00 to $ 15.00 per person per month. Please call 941.681.3742 for more information.

Line Dancing - Wednesday/Friday Morning 10:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. $4/Daily

Tringali Tappers - Monday/Thursdays 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. cost is from $24.00 to $48.00

Rubber Stamping - 1st & 3rd Friday of the month $6.00 per class

Farmers Market - 2nd & 4th Friday of the month. Free to the public. Vendors’ cost is $21.40. For more information, call 941.681.3742.

Community Garage Sale – Oct. 17th, Nov. 7th, Nov. 21st, Dec. 5th, Dec. 19th, Jan. 2nd. Cost is free to the public. Venders cost is $21.40 for outside spot, $26.75 for inside spot. For more information please call 941.681.3742.

Zumba - Tuesday from 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. $ 7/class.for more information please call 941.681.3742.

Painting Classes - Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. cost is $55.00 for 4 classes. For more information please call 941.681.3742.

All Comers Basketball - Tuesday & Thursdays 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. cost is $2.00 for 8 weeks

Ballet, Tap & Jazz – For 3 to 12 yrs olds. Mondays, 3:30 p.m. to 5:45 p.m. For more information please call 941.681.3742.

Start Smart Basketball/Soccer - Mondays 5:45 p.m. to 6:45 p.m. For more Information please call 941.681.3742.

Tringali’s Calendar of Events:

Parent Tot Playgroup - Wednesdays from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. Cost is free.

South County Recreation Center
Contact: Lacey Miranda, Recreation Program Coordinator
670 Cooper Street
Punta Gorda, FL 33982
941.505.8686

South County Recreation Center Fee-Based Events:

Tae Kwon Do – Ages six to adult are welcome Wednesday and Friday evenings from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. Participants will learn self control, confidence, self defense, discipline and respect. Tae Kwon Do is a fun disciplined way to develop the qualities of good character. Cost is $40.00 per month and $20.00 for each additional family member. Please call 941.505.8686 for more information.

Gymnastics – Ages three and up welcome on Tuesday nights, class times range from 4:45 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Preschool and school ages classes are offered. Class fees range from $28.00 to $38.00 per month. This program is instructed by State and national winning coach and competition Judge Gina Bannan of Bayside All-Stars Elite. Please call 941.505.8686 for more information.

Dog Obedience – Training is provided to dog owners of all ages using positive training and reinforcement methods. Classes run for seven weeks and class times range between 6:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on Wednesday evenings. Classes are taught by the Peace River Dog Fanciers, Inc. The costs for this seven (7) week course is $70.00, please call 941.613.DOGS (3647) for specific information.

Pickle Ball – All ages are welcome for Drop in Pickle Ball on Tuesday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and Friday 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. for a nominal fee of $3.00. Please call 941.505.8686 for more information.

Yoga – Ages 15 and up, this program is offered on Tuesday nights from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m., cost is $18.00 per person per month. A minimum of six (6) is required for the class. Please call 941.505.8686 for more information.

Fencing – All ages are welcome on Friday nights from 6:00 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. Participants learn fencing techniques and are provided with necessary equipment to participate. Cost is $50.00 per person per month. Please call 941.505.8686 for more information.

Pilates – Adults are welcome to participate in mat classes conducted either on Mondays from 7:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. or Thursdays from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. Classes are taught by a certified Pilates instructor and Cost is $30.00 per person per month. Please call 941.505.8686 for more information.

Tai Chi – Adults are welcome to participate in the ancient art of Tai Chi. Classes start Monday, October 26, 2009 from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. for a cost of $80.00 for six (6) weeks.

Kickboxing – Ages 16 and up are welcome to participate on Monday, November 9, 2009 from 6:15 p.m. to 7:15 p.m. at a cost of $40.00 per month.

Drop In Air Planes – Adults are welcome to participate in flying model airplanes inside our gymnasium on the first and third Wednesday of each month from 12:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. The cost to participate in this program is $5.00 per visit.

Harold Avenue Recreation Center
Contact Person: Mike Norton
23400 Harold Avenue
Port Charlotte, FL 33980
941.627.1074

Harold Avenue Recreation Center Fee-Based Events:

Gymnastics

Day: Thursdays

Time: One, Two & You 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. (ages 1-2, must be accompanied by an adult)

Pre-school 11:00 a.m. -11:30 a.m. or 5:00-5:30 p.m.

Home School 11:30 a.m. -12:15 p.m.

Special Needs 1:00 p.m. -1:45 p.m. (ages 6 & up, must be accompanied by an adult)

K & up 5:30 p.m. - 6:15 p.m.

Fee: One, Two & You/Preschool - $28. Home School/Special Needs/K & up - $38

Instructor Gina Bannon has been instructing gymnastics, cheerleading and tumbling for over 20 years. She has been hosting classes at various Charlotte County facilities for over four years. She encourages all that have a heart for cheering and a passion to tumble, to join her on Thursdays. For more information contact Gina at 941.961.5037.

Youth Tennis

Day: Tuesdays and Thursdays

Time: 5:00 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Fee: $45 per 6 week session

Next Registration: Scheduled for December 2009 at the Harold Tennis Courts.

Tennis is one of those games everyone can enjoy whether as a beginner or more accomplished player. Coach Pat teaches basic skills to the novice player and will take interested participants to the next level of play in a positive learning environment on Harold’s well maintained courts. For more information contact Pat at 941.627.9044.

Dance/Twirl

Day: Tuesdays

Time: 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Ages: 5 & up

Fee: $35/month

This course is an introduction to twirling batons, flags, & more. Class participants will also learn marching basics. If you think you might be interested in color guard training, this is the place to start! For more information call 941.627.1074.

Drop-In Game Room *NEW*

Days: Monday through Friday (during the school year)

Time: 3:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. (may be effected by special programs)

Ages: 8 -12 years

Fee: $2 drop-in

Various games will be available for kids to use while they hang out with their friends at the recreation center. Please note there will be limited supervision of the game room by recreation staff and all must participants must sign in.

Tae Kwon Do

Days: Monday and Wednesday

Time: 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Fee: $40/month for first family member. $20/month for each additional family member.

Instructor Gene Marshner welcomes participants of all ages (6 and older) every Tae Kwon Do is a fun and disciplined way to develop the qualities of good character. For more information call 941.627.1074.

Parent and Tot Playgroup

Dates: September to April

Day: Wednesdays

Time: 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m.

Fee: $2/session per child

This program is an opportunity for children to socialize in a parent supervised play group. Toys or crafts are provided by the recreation center. Call 941.627.1074 for additional information.

Birthday Parties

Dates: Year Round

Day: Sundays

Time: Available between 12:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. for a two hour block

Cost: $100 non-refundable deposit for the first 15 children. $7 for each additional child. (Please note that the deposit must be paid two weeks in advance of reservation) Food, toddler toys, and sports equipment are provided as well as a sound system for music in the gym. Call 941.627.1074 for additional information.

Trimnastics

Days: Monday, Wednesday, Friday

Time: 9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.

Fee: 20 Sessions for $40

Instructor Wini Digman presents low impact aerobic exercise to music guaranteed to keep you healthy, happy, and trim while having fun in a group setting. Call 941.627.1074 for more information.

Jazzercise

Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday

Time: 6:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.

Fee: $32 per month EFT, Unlimited Attendance, Joining fees may apply. Jazzercise is a fusion of aerobics, yoga, Pilates and kickboxing movements into fun dance routines set to fresh new music. All fitness levels welcome. For more information contact Lisa at 941.916.3271.

Yoga *NEW Class*

Days: Thursdays

Time: 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Ages: 16 & Up

Fee: $18 per month

Yoga, meaning “union” in Sanskrit, can be thought of as the union between the mind, body and spirit. Join our instructor, Rosemary and reduce the stress in your life while improving your mental and physical well-being. Call 941.627.1074 form more information.

Evening Zumba with Chantal *NEW CLASS*

Days: Wednesdays

Time: 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.

Cost: $7/class

Zumba is aerobic exercise inspired by Latin dance. Instructor Chantal holds multiple Zumba certifications. Classes are professionally designed, FUN and safe. All levels of ability are welcome. Call 941.627.1074 for more information.

Morning Zumba with Lourdes *NEW CLASS*

Days: Fridays

Time: 10:45am – 11:45am

Cost: $18 for 4 classes, $22.50 for 5 classes, $6 drop-in fee

Zumba is aerobic exercise inspired by Latin dance. Instructor Lourdes presents her class in a manner that is easy to learn while burning away inches. All levels of ability are welcome. Call 941.627.1074 for additional information.

Youth Basketball Mini-Camp

Days: Monday-Tuesday-Wednesday

Dates: December 28-30, 2009

Time: 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Fee: $25

For players age 9-15. The program is designed to improve overall skill levels. Basics as well as advanced fundamentals of basketball will be presented. For more information call 941.627.1074.

Youth Basketball 3 on 3 Tournament

Days: Wednesday & Thursday

Dates: December 30-31, 2009

Time: Wednesday 12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.

Thursday 9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.

First annual Youth 3 on 3 Holiday Tournament. Call 941.627.1074 for additional information.

Charlotte County Library System
Contact: Angie Patteson, Library Division Manager
2050 Forrest Nelson Boulevard
Port Charlotte, FL 33952
941.766.READ

Charlotte County Library System Calendar of Events:

Book Discussion Series: Participants are responsible for obtaining their own copies of the featured book. Books and discussion materials are available for loan on a first-come, first-served basis.

Englewood Charlotte Library, 3450 North Access Road, 6:00 p.m. on December 16. The chosen book is Daddy Long Legs by Jean Webster.

Punta Gorda Library, 424 West Henry Street, Reader’s Advisory Book Club, 1:30 p.m. on December 10. Share a summary of a book you have recently read and hear about what others are reading. This group’s title recommendations and summaries will be posted in the library.

Port Charlotte Library, 2280 Aaron Street, Local Author Book Discussion, 6:00 p.m. on November 18. The chosen book is True to Me with author Dianne Williams.

Port Charlotte Library, 2280 Aaron Street, Mystery Reader’s Book Discussion, 4:00 p.m., on December 9. The chosen book is The Cat Who Could Read Backwards by Lilian Jackson Braun.

Port Charlotte Library, 2280 Aaron Street, Local Author Book Discussion, 6:00 p.m. on December 16. The chosen book is Finding Fiona: Maine Shore Chronicles with author Dr. Mary F. Schoenecker.

Mid-County Regional Library, 2250 Forrest Nelson Blvd., 6:30 p.m. on November 24. This month is reader’s choice. Tell others about what book you have read.

Teen Reading and Meeting (TRAM): Local reading club open to all middle and high school students and is designed to give teens an opportunity to meet with their peers in a supportive environment and discuss books that focus on young adult life issues.

Mid-County Regional Library, 2250 Forrest Nelson Blvd., 5:00 p.m., on November 12 & December 10

Super Saturday Film: Film: See current movies and enjoy a day of family fun.

Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., 1:00 p.m., November 21 and December 19.

Tuesday Matinee: See a new first run foreign, independent or documentary film. Seating is limited and tickets may be picked up at the library information desk the day of the program.

Punta Gorda Library, 424 West Henry Street, 3:00 p.m. on November 3 and December 1.

Get Your Game on @ Your Library: Come and join the video gaming night for ages 10 to 19.

Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., 5:00 p.m. on November 19 and on December 17.

Beach Story Time: Listen to fun stories and create a seasonal craft. This program is for children ages 2 and up accompanied by an adult.

Englewood Beach next to the playground by the pavilion, 10:30 a.m. on November 19 and on December 17.

Toddler Tales: Weekly program for children 18 to 36 months old. Designed to encourage a habit of regular library visits and includes picture book sharing, movement activities, creative dramatics, songs and simple crafts.

Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., 10:30 a.m. on November 4 and on December 2, 9, 16.

Preschool Pals: Weekly story time program for children ages 3 to 5 years. Designed to improve listening and group interaction skills through stories, movement activities, music, dramatic play and crafts.

Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., 11:30 a.m. on November 4 and on December 2, 9, 16.

Baby Lap Time: Weekly program for parents and their babies 0 to 12 months old. Together we share music, movements, games and fun designed to foster parent/child bonding and support early brain development.

Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., 10:30 a.m. on November 6 and 13 and on December 4, 11 and 18

Charlotte County Library System Fee-Based Events:

2nd Tuesday Film Series: Film being shown is “The Grocer’s Son” in French with English subtitles.

Fee is $3.00.

Mid-County Regional Library, 2050 Forrest Nelson Blvd., 6:00 p.m., November 10.

2nd Tuesday Film Series: Film being shown is The Great Match in Kazajo dialect, Tamashek and Tupi with English subtitles.