Whitemarsh Township, Pennsylvania
Board of Supervisors
Leslie S. Richards, Chair
Sara J. Erlbaum, Vice-Chair
David E. Brooke
Robert R. Hart
Kelly C. Wall

New Programs

NEW! Adult Swim Lessons

Are you an adult who wants to learn how to swim? Or, maybe just want to refine your strokes and become a stronger swimmer? If you answered yes, then our adult swimming lessons are for you. Swimming is a great form of exercise. No swim on November 29th.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/13/2008 10/18/2008 18+ 8:45 am-9:45 am Saturday

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NEW! All Levels Yoga

Moderate. This class is moderately vigorous and offers additional options for physical posture and practice. The class is tailored to the level of the students. Please bring a sticky mat, water and blanket. Wear loose comfortable clothing. No class on November 29th.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/25/2008 10/30/2008 16+ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Thursday
11/6/2008 12/18/2008 16+ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Thursday
9/22/2008 10/27/2008 16+ 9:30 am - 10:45 am Monday
11/10/2008 12/15/2008 16+ 9:30 am - 10:45 am Monday

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NEW! Balloon Sculpting

Professional entertainer Elaine Bowne will guide children in the art of creating animals, flowers, and so much more out of balloons. All supplies and instruction are included and children will go home with at least 2-3 finished sculptures.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
11/12/2008 11/12/2008 7-12 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Wednesday

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NEW! Beginner Yoga

Gentle to Moderate. Through an eclectic mixture of physical posture, breath, sound and concentration, you will cleanse, strengthen, stretch, relax, heal and re-energize. Yoga helps to increase strength and flexiibility and improce posture and balance. The class ends with deep relaxation. Please bring a sticky mat, water, and blanket. Wear loose, comfortable clothing.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/23/2008 10/28/2008 16+ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Tuesday
11/11/2008 12/16/2008 16+ 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Tuesday

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NEW! Belly Dance for Beauty - Deep Core Workout

Take this class if you have never taken belly dance before or if you are experienced and want to perfect the deep precise core movement and achieve a richer feminine flow of energy. Slow detailed instruction so that you will feel the deep muscle toning and have a thorough understanding where the movement comes from in the body. All ages, shapes and sizes are welcome to explore the mysterious, sensual and joyous ancient art that beautifies your body and soul. Finger cymbals are required and may be purchased from Najia for $20.00-$25.00. This class is designed to be paired with Fat Burning Belly Dance.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/15/2008 10/20/2008 18+ 7:00 pm - 7:50 pm Monday
11/3/2008 12/8/2008 18+ 7:00 pm - 7:50 pm Monday

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NEW! Birdhouse

While Mom and the girls are upstairs enjoying their tea, fathers and sons can spend the afternoon downstairs making birdhouses. Join Ray "the bluebird man" to get hands on experience building a bluebird box. Ray will give a little background about bluebirds and then you will get to construct your own birdhouse. Everything will be provided. Just bring yourself and your son!

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
11/9/2008 11/9/2008 Any 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Sunday

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NEW! Body Blast

Enjoy kickboxing, plyometrics, dance and high/low aerobics that will get your heart pumping and strenghten your core. Fifteen minutes of relaxation finish this class. No class on November 28th.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/26/2008 10/31/2008 16+ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Friday
11/7/2008 12/19/2008 16+ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Friday

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NEW! Cardio Kick & Tone

Melt away the pounds as you energize with a combination of high/low impact aerobics, dance, plyometrics, and kickboxing that gets the heart pumping and strengthens the core. Pilates, yoga and dance inspired toning and stretching complete the class.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/23/2008 10/28/2008 16+ 6:00 am - 6:55 am Tuesday
11/11/2008 12/16/2008 16+ 6:00 am - 6:55 am Tuesday

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NEW! Cardio Move & Groove

Want a fun and effective workout? Here it is! Classic aeorbic dance moves to your favorite music plus the best and newest strength training exercises to keep your whole body fit and toned. Top it off with relaxation techniques and stretching.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/24/2008 10/29/2008 16+ 9:15 am - 10:15 am Wednesday
11/12/2008 12/17/2008 16+ 9:15 am - 10:15 am Wednesday

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NEW! Fairmount Park Historic Homes Tour

Philadelphia's Fairmount Park contains some of the greatest treasures of the colonial period, including seven eighteenth and early nineteenth century houses that were once the country homes of the city's most eminent citizens. Our historic adventure will include walking tours of three different homes each lasting approximately one hour. We will conclude with a late lunch at the London Grille where we will have a choice of three different entrees, an assortment of veggies and dessert. Hot coffee and tea are included. All other drinks are an extra charge. Registration deadline is October 21st.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
11/15/2008 11/15/2008 Adult 9:00 am - 5:00 pm Saturday

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NEW! Family CPR

You can save a life! Get your family certified in CPR and AED. This one day program will certify the participants in adult, child and infant CPR as well as AED. All certifications will be issued through the American Red Cross. Lunch will be included.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
12/13/2008 12/13/2008 14+ 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Saturday

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NEW! Fat-Burning Belly Dance - Super Technique Workout

This non-stop belly dance class is perfect for those who like to learn by feeling and following the music by letting go and dancing deeply and continuously. Release stress, lose weight and sweat. In this class you will receive authentic training from the leading professional belly dancer in the Philadelphia area. Learn special layering of techniques and bely dance combinations. Finger cymbals are required and may be purchased from Najia for $20.00-$25.00. You must be physically fit to participate as this class is challenging.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/15/2008 10/20/2008 18+ 8:00 pm - 8:50 pm Monday
11/3/2008 12/8/2008 18+ 8:00 pm - 8:50 pm Monda

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NEW! Fitness Sampler

Sample any three classes from our new "Fitness Cluster" during any one six week session. Our Fitness Cluster includes: All Yoga Classes, Pilates, Cardio Kick, Body Blast and Cardio Move & Groove. No class on November 27th or 28th.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/22/2008 10/31/2008 16+ Varies Monday - Friday
11/10/2008 12/19/2008 16+ Varies Monday - Friday

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NEW! Games Galore

Using mostly household supplies, children will make their own simple games. After trying them out in class, participants will take them home to share with family and friends. This is a drop-off class.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/11/2008 10/16/2008 4-5 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Thursday

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NEW! Greener Lifestyles

THIS PROGRAM IS NOT AVAILABLE FOR ONLINE REGISTRATION. Become more environmentally aware of earth friendly, healthy living. Green shopping, non-toxic cleaning, saving energy, reducing waste, and conserving water are just some of the topics on which you will receive valuable information. Don't miss this opportunity to explore a greener lifestyle! This is a FREE program but pre-registration is required.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
10/15/2008 10/15/2008 Adult 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Wednesday

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NEW! Guitar - Group

Have you ever wanted to learn the art of playing the guitar? Well, now you can! Let Lafayette Hill native, Wes Schwartz, share his talents and skills with you. We has been playing and studying music his entire life. Wes has been teaching guitar for the past eight years and is a believer that "anyone can play guitar". The rental fee for an acoustic guitar is $25.00. Please let us know when you register if you would like to rent one. No class on November 25th or 26th. Special senior rate of $55.00 per session.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/10/2008 10/15/2008 6-Senior 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Wednesday
9/10/2008 10/15/2008 6-Senior 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Wednesday
10/29/2008 12/10/2008 6-Senior 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm Wednesday
10/29/2008 12/10/2008 6-Senior 8:00 pm - 9:00 pm Wednesday

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NEW! Guitar - Private

Have you ever wanted to learn the art of playing the guitar? Well, now you can! Let Lafayette Hill native, Wes Schwartz, share his talents and skills with you. We has been playing and studying music his entire life. Wes has been teaching guitar for the past eight years and is a believer that "anyone can play guitar". The rental fee for an acoustic guitar is $25.00. Please let us know when you register if you would like to rent one. No class on November 25th or 26th. Special senior rate of $130.00.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/9/2008 10/14/2008 6-Senior 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm Tuesday
9/9/2008 10/14/2008 6-Senior 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm Tuesday
9/9/2008 10/14/2008 6-Senior 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm Tuesday
9/9/2008 10/14/2008 6-Senior 8:30 pm - 9:00 pm Tuesday
10/28/2008 12/16/2008 6-Senior 7:00 pm - 7:30 pm Tuesday
10/28/2008 12/16/2008 6-Senior 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm Tuesday
10/28/2008 12/16/2008 6-Senior 8:00 pm - 8:30 pm Tuesday
10/28/2008 12/16/2008 6-Senior 8:30 pm - 9:00 pm Tuesday

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NEW! Haunted Barn

The Haunted Barn is back and better than ever. Enter if you dare to get your pants scared off! Not recommended for children under eight. Check our website! Fee is $8.00 for one night, one time through. Wristbands are available for $15.00 which is for all nights, unlimited access.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
10/16/2008 UNAVAILABLE 10/16/2008 UNAVAILABLE 8+ 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm Thursday
10/17/2008 10/18/2008 8+ 7:00 pm - 10:00 pm Friday/Saturday

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NEW! Hip Hop / Jazz

This is a great class to get your little one moving and grooving. This upbeat, fun class will give your child a taste of various hip hop from Broadway to today's music videos. Dance recital on December 14rh; dress rehearsal on December 13th. The cost of the costume is included. No class on October 2nd or November 27th.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/11/2008 12/11/2008 5-6 4:14 pm - 5:00 pm Thursday

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NEW! Jazz

This exciting and high-energy class is designed to teach students various jazz styles from Broadway to today at an intermediate level. Dance recital is December 14th; dress rehearsal is December 13th. No class on October 2nd or November 27th.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/11/2008 12/11/2008 10-12 6:15 pm - 7:15 pm Thursday

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NEW! Joy of Backyard Composting

Need a composting bin? The first 20 people registered will receive a free composting bin worth $110.00. All participants will receive proper techniques on backyard composting and will discover an easy way to turn yard waste into valuable soil. You must be pre-registered for this workshop.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
10/2/2008 10/2/2008 Adult 7:30 pm - 9:00 pm Thursday

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NEW! Junior Engineering

Building a model motorized race car as well as amusement park rides, conveyor belts, garage doors, drawbridges and more, in this fun class. As children explore how gears, levers and pulleys work, they will test and improve their simple motorized machines. They will take the first steps toward being a real engineer.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
10/20/2007 UNAVAILABLE 10/20/2007 UNAVAILABLE 8-11 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Tuesday

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NEW! Kripalu Yoga

Gentle. This class emphasizes physical posture, breath and concentration to cleanse, stretch, strengthen, relax, heal and re-energize. Yoga helps to increase strength and flexibility while improving posture and balance. The class ends with deep relaxation. Please bring a sticky mat, water and blanket. Wear loose comfortable clothing. No class on November 29th.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/25/2008 10/30/2008 16+ 10:45 am - 12:00 pm Thursday
11/6/2008 12/18/2008 16+ 10:45 am - 12:00 pm Thursday

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NEW! Mommy & Me Gardening

This class will offer a pot decorating class along with actual hands on planting. Moms and their children will get to decorate their flowerpot, fill it wthe dirt and then plant their seeds. A nice addition for a Fall table. The Greenhouse is located at 2391 Harts Lane.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
10/18/2008 10/18/2008 3+ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Saturday
11/15/2008 11/15/2008 3+ 11:30 am - 12:00 pm Saturday

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NEW! Mystery Crafts

Choose your own project! In this 45 minute craft class, your child will have the opportunity to paint, color, glue, and decorate various crafts. Projects are on a first come, first serve basis.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
10/22/2008 10/22/2008 2-5 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm Wednesday
12/3/2008 12/3/2008 2-5 1:30 pm - 2:15 pm Wednesday

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NEW! Pinochle

Do you like to play cards? Then join us for an afternoon of Pinochle. While this is not an instructional game, beginners are welcome. No Pinochle on November 28th.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/12/2008 12/19/2008 50+ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Friday

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NEW! Play with your Food!

Children in this delicious class will help measure, mix and prepare their own edible recipes. What doesn't get eaten in class will be sent home to share! This is a drop-off class. This class is not recommended for children with food allergies. No class on November 27th.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
11/6/2008 12/18/2008 4-5 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Thursday

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NEW! Robotics & Programming

Children will create their own creatures, sculptures and 3-D art and will program their creations for action. Make a cat and program it to purr. Make a bobblehead with multiple heads that jiggle and jump on command. Imagination is the main ingredient!

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NEW! Rocketry & Flight

Children will build their own Estes model rocket from the bottom up and will learn the basics of rocket science. For the grand finale, kids will take part in a thrilling outdoor rocket launch as they blast rockets off over 500 ft. into the sky.

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NEW! Science Smorgasbord

In Marvelous Motion & Energy, children will discover the science of energy. They will learn the difference between kinetic and potential energy, using generators and a radiometer to investigate friction, inertia and other moving forces. In Shake It Up, this chemistry program will take common household items and mix them up. What will happen? During this program, children will conduct several interactive experiments that investigate chemical change, including testing acids and bases, making soda and more.

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NEW! Silly Slippers Advanced

Join Miss Dana for this three month advanced ballet class for your four year old. This class is meant for those who have taken Silly Slippers before OR who have taken ballet at another facility. Leotard and ballet slippers are required. There will be a dance recital on Sunday, December 14th. The cost of the costume is included. No class on October 2nd, October4th, November 27th or November 29th.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/13/2008 12/13/2008 4 10:00 am - 10:45 am Saturday
9/11/2008 12/11/2008 4 3:30 pm - 4:15 pm Thursday

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NEW! Tai Chi

Golden Breath American Tai Chi is a meditation in motion to help eliminate stress, restore health and release emotion. Join teacher Rochelle Shakti as she leads you in the "Dance of Life" and shares her spiritual journey. This class will include stretching, Tai Chi and Chi Gong. Please wear sneakers and loose comfortable clothing. Don't forget your water bottle! No class on November 27th.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
8/28/2008 10/2/2008 16+ 8:00 am - 9:00 am Thursday
11/6/2008 12/18/2008 16+ 8:00 am - 9:00 am Thursday

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NEW! Tai Chi for Seniors

Golden Breath Ameri an Tai Chi is a meditation in motion to help eliminate stress, restore health and release emotion. Join teacher Rochelle Shakti as she leads you in the "Dance of Life" and shares her spiritual journey. This class will include stretching, Tai Chi and Chi Gong. Please wear sneakers and loose, comfortable clothing. No class on November 27th.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
8/28/2008 10/2/2008 50+ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Thursday
11/6/2008 12/18/2008 50+ 9:30 am - 10:30 am Thursday

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NEW! Tea Party

Mothers, daughters, sisters, aunts, cousins and grandmothers are all invited for a classic high tea at the Cedar Grove Barn (upper level). Enjoy a variety of specialty sandwiches, homemade desserts and assorted teas. Fee is $25.00 for adults and $12.00 for girls under 12.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
11/9/2008 11/9/2008 Any 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Sunday

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NEW! Thanksgiving Centerpieces

Cheryl Wilks of Flowers on Location will help you design a unique centerpiece that's sure to bring lots of conversation at the Thanksgiving table. Created from an assortment of fresh and dried flowers, your arrangement is guaranteed to look beautiful for 7-10 days.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
11/22/2008 11/22/2008 4+ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Saturday

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NEW! Tinkerbellies

Explore the mystery of Middle Eastern dance, rythms and fantasy. Moms, aunts, big sisters and children (boys and girls ages 5-11) can have fun together learning this captivating art and culture. You will be introduced to basic steps such as belly rolls, camel waks, snake arms, serpent hips and magic shimmies. Najia will bring in a number of props such as children's costumes, rainbow veils, tambourines and drums for hands on training. Finger cymbals are required and may be purchased from Najia for $20.00-$25.00. All children require at least one adult to enroll in the class with them. Price includes one child and one adult.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/15/2008 10/20/2008 5+ 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Monday
11/3/2008 12/8/2008 5+ 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Monday

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NEW! Touch a Truck

Join us for a fun-filled Saturday afternoon in Miles Park as we explore a variety of trucks from agencies within the Township. We will have an amazing array of trucks from Public Works, the Police Department, fire equipment from a local fire company and an ambulance from Whitemarsh Ambulance. Admission is free and snacks will be available at minimal cost.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
10/4/2008 10/4/2008 Any 1:00 pm-3:00 pm Saturday

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NEW! Under the Big Top

Join our pre-school staff for an hour long Circus theme party. Face painting, carnival games, and a snack are only part of the fun. Come in your clown costume (mix-matched clothes) for an extra giggly good time. Parent participation is required for ages 2-3 but parents may drop off children ages 4-5. Sign up early, space is very limited.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
11/19/2008 11/19/2008 2-3 10:30 am - 11:30 am Wednesday
11/19/2008 11/19/2008 4-5 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm Wednesday

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NEW! Video Dance Party

NOT AVAILABLE FOR ON-LINE REGISTRATION. Love watching music videos and learning the dances in the videos? Then come to our first ever Video Dance Party! Refreshments included. Pre-registration is required.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
11/14/2008 11/14/2008 Grade 6-8 7:30 pm - 9:30 pm Friday

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NEW! Wag'n'Walk

Join us for our first annual dog walk-a-thon to benefit Whitemarsh Township's proposed plans for a Dog Park as well as the Montgomery County SPCA. Bring your dog for a fun day with lots of activities which will include contests, a one mile walk, paw prints, raffles, and more! All ages are welcome but children under 12 should not be allowed to handle pets without an adult. Check our website, www.whitemarshparks.org for official rules and registration form.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/28/2008 9/28/2008 any 11:00am-1:00pm Sunday

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NEW! Yoga Basics

Have you always wanted to try yoga? This class is designed specially for people brand new to youga. It is also wsuitable for practioners who would like to review the fundamentas. This class will cover basic yoga postures and alignment as well as the importance of the breath, inner focus, and relaxation. Please know that you do neet need to be flexible to practice yoga.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
9/21/2008 9/21/2008 16+ 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm Sunday
11/9/2008 11/9/2008 16+ 1:00 pm - 2:15 pm Sunday

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NEW! Yoga in Action

Have you ever wished that you could experience the benefits of yoga practice while helping others at the same time? Well, here is your chance. This workshop will consist of an all-levels yoga practice with relaxation and meditation. As a group, we will then decide which charities we would like to support. The proceeds from the yoga practice will be donated to a charity or charities of our choice. The instructor will come with several options.

Start Date End Date Ages Time Days
10/5/2008 10/5/2008 16+ 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm Sunday

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(610) 828-7276

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Added: 6/26/2008 10:28 AM