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Wakeman Boys & Girls Club: Membership Handbook Southport Clubhouse Fall 2016-Winter 2017
Wakeman Boys & Girls Club: Membership Handbook Southport Clubhouse Fall 2016-Winter 2017
Wakeman Mission:
To guide and inspire young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their
full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens.
PROGRAM
Bus Transportation
August 8
August 9
August 11
September 8
September 20
November 16
December 7
Wakeman Boys & Girls Clubs after-school program, serving 6 through 12 year olds, is exempt from the State
of Connecticut childcare licensure as per the Office of Early Childhood. All Wakeman programs adhere to the
membership and safety standards set forth by Boys & Girls Club of America.
Southport Clubhouse
MAILING ADDRESS:
PHONE NUMBER:
(203) 259-4805
FAX NUMBER:
EMAIL ADDRESS:
Dave@wakemanclub.org
Executive Director
Clare@wakemanclub.org
Senior Unit Director
Ruben@wakemanclub.org
Program Director Sports, Fitness & Recreation & Torch Club Advisor
Rich@wakemanclub.org
Program Director Basketball
Maria@wakemanclub.org
Program Director Arts & Education & Keystone Advisor
Geoff@wakemanclub.org
Program Director Field Sports & Torch Club Advisor
Nancy @wakemanclub.org
Office Manager
Dee@wakemanclub.org
Administrative Associate
Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse
PHYSICAL ADDRESS:
PHONE NUMBER:
(203) 908-3378
FAX NUMBER:
(203) 908-3382
EMAIL ADDRESS:
Jason@wakemanclub.org
Unit Director
Jenn@wakemanclub.org
Program Director
Gina@wakemanclub.org
Program Director Teen Services
Kait@wakemanclub.org
Director of Development
Laura@wakemanclub.org
Associate Director of Development
McKinley Outreach
PHYSICAL ADDRESS:
60 Thompson Street
Fairfield, CT 06825
PHONE NUMBER:
(203) 259-4805
EMAIL ADDRESS:
Tim@wakemanclub.org
Director of Administration & Outreach
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FAX NUMBER:
(203) 254-1431
Program
Grade
Program Begins
Cost Page
6-8
September 12
$90
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August 16
9-12
September 19
$75
18
August 23
3; 4-5
September 20; 21
$60
20
September 1
7-8
September 25
$20
20
September 14
7-8
October 8
20
September 22
3-5
October 12
$25
20
3-5
November 7
$100 19
6-8
January 30
$90
19
9-12
January 2
$80
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BASKETBALL
LACROSSE/FIELD HOCKEY
Online on/after August 9
Varies
Varies
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1-8
Varies
Varies
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9-12
October 23
$75
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September 6
Field Hockey
5-8
October 2
$65
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Flag Football
6-8
September 7
$70
24
August 16
6-8
October 27
$60
25
August 17
Tennis
3-6
September 15
$90
24
August 18
1-2
September 16
$30
26
August 18
1-2
September 16
$30
26
August 18
3-5
September 19
$60
25
August 30
1-2
TBA
$90
25
August 30
September 15
$10
24
August 30
October 27
$10
24
August 31
Speed Training
6-8
September 27
$90
24
August 31
Girls R Us
1-2
October 6
$70
26
September 7
Conditioning 101
8-10
November 3
$60
24
September 12
6-8
October 31
$50
25
November 1
Friday Crew: Session I Boys only 1-2
December 2
$30/ 26
session
December 5
Friday Crew: Session II Girls only 1-2
January 13
$30/ 25
session
December 8
1-2
January 10
$25
26
December 8
1-2
January 31
$25
26
Registration Begin
Program
Cost
Page
CPR/Babysitting
6-8
September 14
$75
28
August 23
10-12
September 14
Free
28
August 24
Creative Kids
1-2
September 26
$60
27
August 24
Art Masters
3-5
September 29
$60
27
September 8
Lego Robotics
3-5
October 4
$60
29
September 20
October 26
Free
28
October 10
3D Art: Session I
1-2
November 21
$60
27
October 18
6-8
December 1
$30
29
November 29
Weird Science
3-5
January 10
$60
29
December 6
3D Art: Session II
3-5
January 5
$60
27
December 6
January 12
Free
28
January 13
3-12
January 23
Free
27
August 4
Varies
Varies
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August 25
3-8
September 19
$60
23
October 19
3-8
November 14
$60
23
August 24
1-5
Varies
$225
35
September 7
Camp Ruben
3-5
October 3
$20
34
September 13
1-2
October 11
$20
34
September 14
Camp Ruben
1-2
October 12
$20
34
September 28
3-5
November 7
$20
34
October 4
2Ball Tournament
3-5
November 8
$20/team
35
October 11
Camp Ruben
1-2
November 8
$20
34
October 13
Dodgeball Tournament
4-5
November 11
$15/player
35
November 15
Letters to Santa
1-2
December 14
$20
35
December 1
1-5
Varies
$20/day
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YOGA
January 4
Snowball Dance
4-6
January 27
35
9-12
September 25
$30
32
October 2
7-8
October 3
$70
30
3-8
September 6
FREE
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Message to Parents
Wakeman has a membership tracking system that requires all members to bring their membership cards every time
they enter the club. Members swipe their cards through a scanner when they come into the building and when they
leave the building. This system will allow staff to track attendance and to alert the staff as to who is in the Club. This
eliminates non-members from using the Club with the emphasis on security in our daily lives. It is very important for
parents to stress to their child the importance of presenting their card when entering the Club.
PARKING LOT
The safety of all our members, both inside and outside the club is of vital importance. As our membership increases
and our programs continue to grow, safety in the parking lot is an ongoing issue. We ask that you follow the one-way
signs once you pull into the parking lot. If you are parking we ask that you are cautious when pulling in and especially
when pulling out, and PLEASE refrain from using cell phones while driving on Club property. Also, state law prohibits
any use of the handicap spot without a valid handicap marker. This includes dropping your child off. Many times there
are programs ending when others begin and at times the parking lot does become congested. We ask all our drivers
to be aware for the safety of our members.
Wakeman has made great use of our website this past year. Please continue to check the website for open gym times,
league schedules, announcements, program descriptions, registration dates and cancellations. There is also an
opportunity for feedback from our members through email.
SENIOR STAFF
Dedicated adults are needed to work part-time during week nights and weekends. Senior Staff are responsible
for supervising club members and programs, as well as assisting full-time staff with program set up, clean up and
administrative tasks. If you are interested, please contact Rich at 259-4805 or Rich@wakemanclub.org.
Wakeman Commitment
A message from Clare Mahoney, Rich Lee, Ruben Goodwin, Maria Cimina, Geoff Baranger
Countless hours are put into the program planning process: organizing activities, scheduling gyms and field times,
recruiting referees, volunteer coaches and instructors. Before registering for any program, please be certain that your
child is prepared to attend classes, practices, games or clinics unless, of course, he or she is injured, ill or academically
ineligible. The Wakeman staff has made a commitment to provide each youngster with the best possible Club experience. We ask that our members make the same commitment in return.
Membership Dues
General Membership (3rd12th grade)
$115
$345 cap
$30
$185
*General Memberships and Mini-Memberships will be prorated to a fee of $55 and $15 respectively on April 1, 2016.
Wakeman Values
The following is a list of qualities that are important to leading a happy, fulfilling life.
We want our members to be good people. We want our members to be:
Honest
The most important value and you all know what it means.
But are you strong enough to live without lying?
The Wakeman Staff thinks you are.
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Sensitive to the Feelings of Others
Wakeman is a place where everyone should feel comfortable and included.
If someone is not playing, ask them to join your game.
No one is good at everything.
Do not make anyone feel bad about themselves.
Wakeman wants its members to be strong and confident.
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Willing to Help
Wakeman is proud of our members and their willingness to volunteer and donate to those less
fortunate. Lets not lose that attitude with each other. If another Wakeman member needs help
consider it your duty to see to their needs.
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Sportsmen and Sportswomen
When the other team wins by two or twenty do not pout or act mad. Celebrate the fact that you are
part of the game and run over to congratulate the winners. The same goes for you when you win a game.
Remember what it feels like to lose. Your opponents are feeling that way right now.
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Trustworthy
If you say you are going to do something, make sure it gets done.
And if you are asked not to do something, dont do it.
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Patient
Relax and give things time. The staff at Wakeman is here to serve you.
If they are asking you to wait you can be sure it is for a good reason.
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Willing to Try New Things
The only way you are going to learn is to try.
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Respect
Of Yourself, Of Your Family, Of Your Club.
Program Registration
Many of Wakemans programs have been known to fill up right away as space is limited. ALL registrations are taken
on a first come, first serve basis.
THE THREE WAYS TO REGISTER FOR MOST WAKEMAN PROGRAMS ARE:
1. ONLINE: See page 2 for additional information or consult our website.
2. IN PERSON: You can come down to the club on the day of registration (indicated on pages 4 and 5 of this book)
at 10:00am (the Club opens at 9:00am). At this time you will sign your member up, pay for the program and
receive the necessary information.
3.
BY PHONE: Your child must be a current member before you may register by phone!
You can call the Club on the day of registration (indicated on the inside front cover of this book) starting at
10:00am and place your childs name on the program reservation list. You then have 48 hours to come in and pay
for the program and receive the program guidelines.
n Your child must have a current membership before you may register by phone!
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We understand that there are instances where participants would be entitled to a refund of fees paid. No matter how
diligently one plans their familys and childrens activities, situations may arise that require a change. However, as
an organization, we must set guidelines that allow us to plan for our seasonal needs such as ordering equipment,
supplies and assignment of officials. All of these activities have a cost associated with them. For these reasons we
have developed the following refund policy.
Full Refund
A full refund (less a $10 administrative charge) will be given if a participant attends no practices, class, games or tryout sessions and as long as jerseys, t shirts or gear have not been ordered for your child. The Club must receive notice
of intent to withdraw ten (10) days before the first scheduled session. Please allow 30 days for processing refund
checks. *Membership is non-refundable and not transferable.
Between 0-3 sessions, practices, or classes attended, we allow a partial Club credit (less a $10 administrative charge).
The pro-rated Club credit will be based on participation, individual circumstances and whether or not jerseys, t shirts
or gear have been ordered for your child and is at the discretion of the staff. Club credits are good for one year from
date of issuance. *Membership is non-refundable and not transferable.
No Refund
If three practices, sessions, classes or one regular season game has elapsed, then no refund will be given. If a participant is dismissed at any time for disciplinary reasons then no refund will be given.
A full refund (less the $50 deposit) will be issued if Wakeman receives in writing your intent to withdraw before the
final camp balances are due. No refunds or credits will be issued after this date unless it is an illness or injury in which
case a doctors note must be provided. The Club Unit Director must receive notice of intent to withdraw by email.
Please allow 30 days for processing refund checks. *Membership is non-refundable and not transferable.
We hope this policy will be viewed as reasonable and necessary to allow us to support our programs in an organized
fashion.
Wakeman Boys & Girls Clubs after-school program, serving 6 through 12 year olds, is exempt from the State
of Connecticut childcare licensure as per the Office of Early Childhood. All Wakeman programs adhere to the
membership and safety standards set forth by Boys & Girls Club of America.
Wakeman Boys & Girls Clubs after-school program, serving 6 through 12 year olds, is exempt from the State
of Connecticut childcare licensure as per the Office of Early Childhood. All Wakeman programs adhere to the
membership and safety standards set forth by Boys & Girls Club of America.
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Membership
Any boy or girl between 3rd and 12th grade, regardless of age, may join Wakeman Boys & Girls Club. Memberships
are $115 per child per program year (September 1 to August 31). Memberships can be obtained at any time during
normal operating hours. Memberships may also be processed online; please refer to page 2 for directions.
Wakeman Boys & Girls Club is committed to providing high quality staff, facilities and programs for its members.
Wakeman receives income from a variety of sources including grants, special event fundraisers, annual charitable
appeal and program fees, but without these multiple sources of income, Wakemans membership fee alone would
cost over $500 per child per year.
Wakeman offers two modern facilities at the Southport Clubhouse and the Smilow Burroughs Clubhouse in Bridgeport. In Southport, members have access to two basketball courts, a homework room, an arts studio, a game room, a
weight training center and a technology room. Just outside the front door, there is a turf field where programs such as
lacrosse, field hockey, flag football and rugby take place. An adjacent SportCourt surface features two outdoor basketball/tennis courts. The Smilow Burroughs Clubhouse offers a basketball court, a homework room, an arts studio,
a game room, a dance studio and a technology room. Outside there is a grass play space along with access to the Cal
Ripken multi-purpose field, which is located one-quarter of mile away.
Wakemans facilities are open daily throughout the school year and on weekends and school holidays. The membership fee entitles all members to use either Clubs facilities on a daily basis. Bus transportation is provided from 14
Fairfield Schools to the Southport Clubhouse and 2 schools to the Smilow Burroughs Clubhouse daily. Membership
also provides access to over 100 fee-based programs, leagues and classes including basketball, lacrosse, other sports
programs, arts programs, Keystone Club, Torch Club, After School program at Smilow Burroughs and numerous other
top-quality programs. Wakeman also offers a variety of day camps in the summer.
Club hours are posted monthly at the Club and on the Clubs website at www.wakemanclub.org. Hours vary
depending on seasonal programs and vacation periods. (Note: Memberships obtained after April 1 will be
prorated to $55. All memberships expire on August 31.)
Wakeman Boys & Girls Clubs after-school program, serving 6 through 12 year olds, is exempt from the State
of Connecticut childcare licensure as per the Office of Early Childhood. All Wakeman programs adhere to the
membership and safety standards set forth by Boys & Girls Club of America.
MINI MEMBERSHIP
Mini membership is for 1st and 2nd graders regardless of their age. This membership entitles 1st and 2nd graders
to participate in age appropriate programs. Mini members are not eligible to participate in open gym. Membership
cards will be distributed to all participants. Cost is $30. (Note: Memberships obtained after April 1 will be prorated to
$15. These will expire on August 31.)
Memberships may be processed online. Please refer to page 2 for directions.
MEMBERSHIP CARDS
Each time a member comes to the Club, he/she must scan his/her membership card at the front desk. Lost cards will
be replaced for $5 per card.
GUEST POLICY
A member is allowed to bring one guest per visit at a cost of $5 per visit. All guests must fill out a membership
application. Children are only allowed to be a guest once. After that they are expected to become members. Guest
fees paid to Wakeman will not be added to future membership payments.
INSURANCE
Members are responsible for securing their own health and accident insurance. Wakeman will not be responsible for
injuries sustained by members as a result of their participation in Club activities.
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FINANCIAL AID
Those unable to afford membership or program fees should submit a written request to the Unit Director by
completing thefinancial aid application. All requests will be given careful consideration. Financial Aid requests must
be submitted at least two weeks prior to program registration date and must include copy of most recent tax
returns for each parent/guardian with partial or full custody of child, including step-parents. Additional third
party verification of financial condition may be requested.
ADULT MEMBERSHIPS
Adult memberships are available for $185. Adult memberships are required for anyone who has graduated from high
school. This allows adults to use the facility from 10am2pm on days when school is in session from SeptemberJune.
Memberships must be paid in full the first time adult members choose to use the facilityNO EXCEPTIONS.For
more information on adult memberships, please contact Clare Mahoney clare@wakemanclub.org or (203) 259-4805.
DATA COLLECTION
Wakeman Boys & Girls Club may collect information via online or written surveys, questionnaires, interviews, focus
groups and applications of members. The aggregated results of these analyses may be shared with Club staff, Boys &
Girls Clubs of America (BGCA), funders, and other community stakeholders to evidence program effectiveness and/
or impact on our members.
Drop-In Guidelines
UPDATED OPEN GYM SCHEDULES ARE AVAILABLE AT THE FRONT DESK
EACH MONTH OR ON THE WEBSITE AT WWW.WAKEMANCLUB.ORG
Open Gym: Is time set aside for members in 3rd-12th grade to use the facility on a drop-in basis. Members in 1st-2nd
grade may NOT participate in open gym. The club is supervised during open gym, but games and play times are not
organized. Parents should be advised that members are allowed to come and go as they wish. During open gym
at least one gym will be available to shoot around or play pick up games in. PARENTS ARE NOT ALLOWED TO
PARTICIPATE IN OPEN GYM! They are encouraged to drop off their child. The times of open gym will vary depending
on practice schedules.
Game Room: Will be opened and supervised during designated hours for members in 3rd-12th grade. The game
room contains 1 pool table, 1 ping-pong table, 2 foose ball tables, 2 carpet bowling tables and 1 knock hockey table
along with a gaming console.
Computer Room: The Club has a number of multimedia computers available for use on a daily basis. An assortment
of games and educational programs are installed and a supervisor is always present. Computers may be used for
hour time slots by signing in. The computer room is open 5 days a week. The computer room hours are as follows:
MondayFriday 3:00pm6:00pm.
Weight Room Hours: If the Club is open, the weight room is open for high school students. Eighth grade members
who take the weight training class can use the room from 3:00pm8:30pm on weekdays only.
Turf Field/Sport Court: Will be opened and supervised during designated hours. These hours are posted on the
website at www.Wakemanclub.org. Wakeman members will be allowed to use the turf field/sport court during daylight
hours and favorable conditions at the discretion of full-time staff. On weekends, there is no supervision provided for
the turf field/sport court.
*Parents are not allowed to remain in gyms/program spaces during practice or classes*
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Holiday Schedule
DAY:
CLUB HOURS:
September 6
November 24
Close at 5pm
Closed
Closed
Close at 5pm
Closed
**ON FAIRFIELD SCHOOL HALF DAYS, OPEN GYM WILL NOT BEGIN UNTIL 3PM**
Club Rules
Everyone who comes to Wakeman is looking to have fun. We ask that everyone follow these simple rules to ensure
that everyone has a good time and help keep the Club safe.
EACH TIME YOU COME TO THE CLUB YOU MUST SCAN YOUR MEMBERSHIP CARD.
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Baydur Orthodontics
Black Rock Community Council
Black Rock Physical Therapy
Brody Wilkinson PC
Connecticut Tank Removal
Country Convenience
Dart Promotions
DeSantie Tire Co.
Fairfield County Orthodontics
Harborview Market
Hine Bros. International
Ludlowe Center for Health
and Rehabilitation
Lupes Drug Store of Fairfield
Mackey & Guasco Staffing
LACROSSE
Sports Fairfield
Kohls
For these and other Wakeman giving opportunities please contact Kait Tremaglio
at kait@wakemanclub.org via email or phone at (203) 908-3381.
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GRADES 68
$90
Monday
Tuesday
Wednesday
Thursday
Friday
6:157:15
5:306:30
5:156:15
6:157:15
5:306:30
6:307:30
6:157:15
7:308:30
ALL GIRLS MUST ATTEND ONE EVALUATION!
Evaluation Dates
Monday
Tuesday
Monday, August 29
5:306:15
6:307:15
Tuesday, August 30
5:306:15
6:307:15
Wednesday, August 31
5:306:15
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GRADES 9-12
$75
High school students will be placed on teams consisting of 9-10 players. Boys will be split into two leagues, one for
9th graders (Wed nights) & one for 10th-12th graders (no exceptions!). We do not take requests for team placement.
The season consists of eight games (each team will play one, possibly two games per week). Players will receive a
shirt at their first game. The games will begin September 19th and end by November 17th. Players who have not
played in a Wakeman League are required to attend an evaluation. Rosters/schedules will be posted at www.
wakemanclub.org by September 16th. Players are responsible for checking the website for team and game info.
Registration begins August 16th by phone or in person. All players must have current memberships. There will be no
games Columbus Day Weekend October 9/10.
All players must attend only one of the evaluation dates listed below:
Grade
Sessions
4:4545ay
5:454
Monday
7:30
8:30
Wednesday (9th)
7:30
8:30
Thursday
7:30
8:30
7:00
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8:004ay
GRADES 3-5
$100
Game Times
Day
Saturdays
Saturdays
Saturday/Sunday
Saturdays
Sundays
Saturdays
GRADES 9-12
$80
GRADES 6-8
$90
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$20
Local coaches with years of experience will work with 7th and 8th graders to increase skill level, court awareness, and
aptitude of the game. Advanced drills and concepts will be explored.
Date: September 25/October 2 6:00-7:30pm
GRADES 35
$60
Skill Building class is a series of four clinics for 3rd-5th grade beginners and those with very little basketball experience.
Instructors teach youngsters at a 6:1 ratio. Areas of concentration include: rules, ball handling, lay-ups, and defense. As
children improve, so will their self-confidence just in time for Pee Wee season. Clinics will be held September 20th/21stOctober 11th/19th.
4th/5th Grade
3rd Grade
Tuesday 4:00pm5:15pm
Wednesday 4:00pm5:15pm
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Time
Fee
Dates
1st/2nd Grade
11:00am12:15pm
$195
3rd/4th Grade
12:15pm1:30pm
$195
5th/6th Grade
1:30pm3:00pm
$225
7th/8th Grade
3:00pm4:30pm
$225
Sundays:
September 11th, 18th, October 2nd,
9th, 16th, 23rd
NO CLINIC SEPTEMBER 25th
BIGELOW TEA RACE
Boys Equipment: Helmet, Shoulder Pads, Gloves, Arm Pads, Stick, Mouth Guard, Rubber Cleats or Sneakers, Athletic
Supporter. NO MOUTH GUARD=NO PARTICIPATION
Time
Fee
Dates
1st/2nd Grade
8:30am9:45am
$195
3rd/4th Grade
9:45am11:00am
$195
5th/6th Grade
11:00am12:30pm
$225
Saturdays:
September 10th, 17th, 24th
October 1st, 8th, 15th
7th/8th Grade
12:30pm2:00pm
$225
Girls Equipment: Cage Goggles and Mouth Guard. NO MOUTH GUARD=NO PARTICIPATION
Registration for both Fall Lacrosse Clinics begins online August 9th at 10:00am
Special Note:
Fall players are not required to be current 2016-2017 Wakeman Members in order to participate in the 2016 Rhino
Academy Skills Training for boys or the GameBreaker Academy for girls. This is in an effort to provide the best
possible product on the field while keeping the cost down to a reasonable level. Registration for both members and
non-members can be done online at www.wakemanclub.org. If you have any questions regarding this matter please
email geoff@wakemanclub.org.
$75
This year there will be a High School Pickup Lacrosse league for boys who are currently enrolled in High School. This
is a laid back league designed to keep a stick in players hands during the off season. Players who attend will be split
into two teams and will play a game against each other. Games will be supervised and officiated. Pinnies will be
provided. Games are played Sunday afternoons October 23rdNovember 27th 3:00pm. All games are at WakemanTurf Field.
Participants must be current 20162017 members in order to register!
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$65
This fall, Wakeman will offer members the opportunity to participate in field hockey. This six week program will give girls
an exciting chance to experience the sport. The goal is to expose girls to a new sport, in which they will be able to enjoy for
years to come. During each session, participants will be taught the basic fundamentals of field hockey, while learning the
rules of the game. Beginners welcome and encouraged to join!
First 30 girls to join will be allowed to borrow a stick!
Grade
Time
DatesSundays
5th8th Grade
4:30pm5:45pm
Equipment Needed: Cage goggles (same as girls lacrosse), mouth guards, shin guards and a field hockey stick.
Field hockey registration can be done in person or by phone September 6th at 10:00am.
Participants MUST be current 2016-2017 members!
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Yoga Classes
YOUTH YOGA
GRADES 3-8
$60
Is your child ready to stretch and bend while relaxing their mind and body in a fun and light atmosphere? An instructor
who specializes in Childrens Yoga will lead the class each week with different themes and introduce music and props
to stimulate participants. Members will strengthen their self-confidence and increase their self-esteem while developing patience and learning skills to relax and concentrate. Classes will be held on Mondays from 4:30pm to 5:30pm.
Session I will be held SeptemberNovember 7th (No class on October 3rd & 31st). Session II will be held November
14thDecember 19th (All flexibility levels are encouraged to participate at their own comfort level.) If enough members
sign up we will start a second class from 5:45pm6:45pm.
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GRADES 68
$70
The Flag Football league will kick-off with a bang this year! Games will be held on Wednesdays from 3:45pm4:45pm and
4:45pm5:45pm, September 14thOctober 26th. Each team will make playoffs, but season standings will determine
play-off rankings. There will be an evaluation on September 7th from 4:00pm5:00pm. Play-offs begin November 2nd.
All play-off games will be held at 4:00pm or 5:00pm (if more game times are needed we will add more on Tuesdays from
4:00pm-5:00pm).
CONDITIONING 101
GRADES 810
$60
This is an instructional class for 810th graders looking to take the next step in weight training. If your child is considering
playing a fall or winter sport this is the motivation theyll want! The class will focus on training every major group in the
body and the best way to go about it. Participants will not just learn the proper ways of weight lifting they will learn how to
build and maintain muscle. Classes will be held Thursdays, November 3rdDecember 15th from 4:00pm5:15pm. There
will be no class on November 24th.
WEIGHT TRAINING
GRADE 8
$10
Instructional classes are offered to 8th graders only. The session covers proper lifting techniques and workout methods
on the machines in the weight room. The class also features a discussion portion on the benefits of a healthy diet and
good nutrition. Once this course is completed 8th grade members are allowed to use the weight room. Classes will be
held on September 15th and October 27th from 4:15pm5:15pm in the weight room.
TENNIS
GRADES 36
$ 90
In a partnership with Marcys Tennis Academy, a well-established tennis management company, we are offering two 6
week sessions after school program this fall. This tennis program uses features from the USTAs 10 and Under Tennis
program. With 10 and Under Tennis, balls bounce lower, dont move as fast through the air and are easier to hit. Tennis
racquets are sized for small hands, and courts are smaller and easier to cover. By using this format, the benefits are
immediate, and within a short time kids are rallying, playing games, and wanting to play even more tennis. This means
kids will have more fun and less frustration. A tennis pro will be provided by Marcy to instruct the children. Classes will be
held Thursdays, September 15thOctober 20th. 3rd/4th grade will meet from 4:15pm5:15pm and 5th/6th grade from
5:15pm6:15pm.
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Session II
October 7, 14, 21
GIRLS R US
GRADES 12
$70
This six week program will introduce girls to activities such as yoga, cheerleading, sports, and dancing. Guest
instructors along with high school staff will give the girls an opportunity to have a good experience with many
of these high paced activities. The girls will be able to develop confidence, while engaging in physical activity
with their peers. Classes will be held on Thursdays, October 6thNovember 10th from 4:00pm5:15pm.
MUNCHKIN MADNESS
GRADES 12
$25
The Torch Club (7th/8th grade Club Community Service Group) will accept 30 participants into this
session. They will split the children into three groups of 10. Two Torch Clubbers will coach each group. They
will explain games such as capture the flag, dodgeball, sharks & minnows, speedball, tennis baseball, and
more! The Torch Club members will stress the importance of sportsmanship and ensure that everyone is
having fun! There will be time spent in the game room as well. This class will meet on Tuesdays and run
from 4:00pm5:15pm.
Session I
Session II
FRIDAY CREW
Grades 12
$30
Dont waste the winter days away, come down to Wakeman and join in on the fun! Our Keystoners will host
a class for 1st/2nd grade members that will be sure to start any weekend right. This program will take place
in our Art Room, where we will transform this space into a mini-gym type setting for dodgeball and athletics,
have fun with a variety of messy experiments, and even test your taste buds with some edible challenges.
Classes will meet on Fridays, from 4:15pm5:15pm and will be split by gender.
Session I: Boys Only
December 2, 9, 16
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Art Classes
FINE ARTS EXHIBIT
GRADES 112
FREE
Each year Wakeman showcases the artistic talents of our members in conjunction with Boys & Girls Club of Americas
Fine Arts Exhibit. The exhibit is a program designed to promote creativity using various media and to encourage artistic
skills and cultural enrichment. Last year 356 young artists entered 386 pieces of art. Wakeman had six pieces at the
Regional level in Vermont move on to the National Fine Art Exhibit in Atlanta, GA. Log onto www.bgca.org to view the
works of the 36 national winners.
This year Wakemans exhibit will run from January 23rd through February 24th with at Preview Party on January 23rd.
Any artwork created by a Wakeman member in 2014-2015 at home, in school or at the club may be entered into the
exhibit. All entries must be received by January 23rd.
CREATIVE KIDS
GRADES 1/2
$60
Young members in this class will explore different mediums each week as they create weekly masterpieces in our
Studio Gallery. Each participant will be given a personal set of art tools to use throughout the program that will be
theirs to keep! Classes will be held on Mondays, September 26thNovember 7th (no class October 3rd) from
4:15pm-5:30pm.
ART MASTERS
GRADES 35
$60
Come and show your artistic side! Members will explore a variety of creative materials and techniques such as: drawing,
printing, painting, sculpting and more. Children will develop their art-making skills each week by learning about
different artists and fashioning their own masterpieces. Each member will be given a set of art tools to use throughout the class that they will take home at the end of the end of the session! Come and show your artistic side! Classes
will meet on Thursdays from 4:15pm5:30pm, September 29thNovember 3rd.
3-D ART
GRADES 12 & 35
$60
Come join this innovative art program where all of your projects will literally pop off of the page. During each week
of class members will use a different medium to sculpt in order to create a 3-dimensional project. Members will be
able to gain experience sculpting, molding, carving and fashioning a variety of materials. Classes will be held from
4:15pm5:15pm.
Session
Grade
Class Date
Registration Date
Session I
1st/2nd
October 10
Session II
3rd5th
December 6
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Educational Development
BABYSITTING/CPR
GRADES 68
$75
The super sitters class will allow all participants to become fully certified in infant, child, and adult CPR. The class
will be taught by a registered nurse and will meet on Wednesdays, September 14th-October 26th (no class on
October 12th) from 4:15pm-6:00pm. In order to become certified, it is mandatory that members attend all 6 classes.
It is very important for members to pay serious attention during every class. This is an excellent class for our young
babysitters.
GRADES 12
FREE
This program is sponsored by Boys & Girls Clubs of America and its goal is to provide children with the knowledge,
skills and self-esteem to help kids avoid risky behaviors and/or situations. Members will learn how to deal with peer
pressure, participate in self-awareness activities to develop respect for ones own body, ability to handle feelings and
healthy habits. It is a fun learning experience that provides youth with age appropriate knowledge and skills they
would need to grow to be confident teenagers. The class will also have time set aside for the members to participate
in a supervised gym activity and snack time. Classes will be held from 4:00pm5:15pm. Session I will be held on
Wednesdays, October 26thDecember 7th (no class November 23rd). Session II will be held on Thursdays, January
12th-February 16th.
GRADES 1012
Free
Starting the college application process? Feeling a little lost? Come down to Wakeman and get some tips on how to
set up your resume, brush up your interview skills and get a head start on the college process. This is a free program,
offered to members and non-members. Youth will be able to sit with a professional for 20 minutes between 5:30pm
and 8:30pm on Wednesday, September 14th and gain assistance building resumes, developing college essays or
gaining interview experience. This is a one night event and spots are limited so sign up fast! Please call the Club to
register.
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S.T.E.M. Programming
WEIRD SCIENCE
GRADES 35 $60
Members will explore different science experiments that will help them measure action, reaction, and results in this
new class. Activities during this class will include making and racing balloon cars, testing our own volcanic eruptions
with various edible products, creating our own glow sticks and much, much more. Members will learn to use their
own backyard as a science lab in this new class. Classes will meet on Tuesdays, January 10thFebruary 14th from
4:15pm5:15pm.
LEGO ROBOTICS
GRADES 35
$60
This NEW program will introduce younger members to real-world engineering challenges by building LEGO-based
robots to complete tasks on a thematic playing surface. Over the course of 6 classes, you (YES YOU!) will have built
your own robot with a small group of friends and programmed it to dance around the room. Classes will meet from
4:15pm5:30pm on Tuesday, October 4thNovember 15th.
GRADES 68
$30
During this new cooking series, young chefs will be participating in weekly cooking challenges that will introduce them
to new foods in a fun way while working with their peers as the clock counts down. This new program will help members
practice basic math, reading and time telling skills while also gaining an understanding of sequencing. For 3 classes,
chefs will select a bag of mystery themed ingredients and cooking assignments that they will have to complete with
the help of their peers. Classes will meet on Thursdays, December 1stDecember 15th from 4:00pm5:30pm.
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GRADES 7-8
Torch Club is a leadership group and service club for boys and girls in 7th or 8th grade. Torch Club is a powerful Torch
Club is a leadership group and service club for boys and girls in 7th or 8th grade. Torch Club is a powerful vehicle,
which club staff can help meet the special character development needs of younger adolescents at a critical stage
in their development. Torch Club members learn to elect officers and work together to implement activities in four
areas: Service to Club and Community, Education, Health and Fitness, and Social Recreation.
Requirements: Members are required to attend two meetings a month and perform two hours of Club or community
service, per month from October-June. They will also be required to complete one hour of scorekeeping during
December and January during Wakemans busiest basketball season, totaling three hours per month. These hours
are completed through projects that Torch Club members and advisors plan.
TORCH CLUB APPLICATION PROCESS
Please read directions and follow closely!
Anyone interested in joining Torch Club (including returning members from 2015-2016) must complete the following
requirements and return to Wakeman by Tuesday September 13th, 2016. No applications will be accepted after
Spetember 13th. Participating in the application process does not guarantee acceptance into Torch Club. Submit
completed handwritten Torch Club Application by September 13th, 2016. Questions are located on following page.
InterviewEach NEW applicant will be contacted by a Torch Club advisor to arrange an interview that will take place
between September 19th through September 30th.
After review of applications and interviews, accepted Torch Club members will be posted on September 30th. The
first Southport Torch meeting will take place October 2nd at 6:00 pm.
Upon acceptance into the Torch Club, members are required to bring a $70.00 check to the first meeting and have an
updated 2016-2017 membership. Please make sure that you will be able to fulfill the commitment of attending meetings and completing all the volunteer hours of Club/Community Service.
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Applicants Email:
Address:
Town:
Home Phone:
Sweatshirt Size
Zip:
Embroidered Name:
Yes
Parents Email:
No
No
3) In what way do you think you and the Torch Club could give back to the community? (Please do not use a fundraising
idea such as car washes, bake sales, etc.)
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GRADES 9-12
$30
Keystone Club is the Boys & Girls Club Movements most dynamic teen program. Keystone Clubs are chartered
leadership and service clubs for boys and girls ages 14-18 designed to develop good character and help members
grow to become productive, responsible adults. Keystoners elect officers and implement their own service projects
in three core areas: Character and Leadership, Service to Club and Community, Education & Career Exploration.
Keystone Clubs are designed to help teen members become more productive citizens and leaders. Each year,
Keystoners develop a National Keystone Project which is the combined action of hundreds of local Keystone Clubs
resulting in a service project with a national scope.
To help members further develop their leadership skills and understand the broader scope of service, Keystone Club
members annually have the opportunity to attend Regional and National Conferences with teens from around the
globe. Teens can be nominated to steering committees that help organize these Conferences.
Requirements: Keystone members are required to attend 2 monthly meetings and complete 6 hours of service in
the Club and greater community each month. Additionally, members are expected to volunteer at 2 out of 5 required
events that take place between September and January.
All meetings for the 20162017 year will take place every other Sunday from 6:00pm-7:00pm unless there is a long
weekend (holiday, vacation, etc.) in which meetings will then be held that following Wednesday at the same time.
HOW TO JOIN:
All applicants, new and returning, are expected to submit the attached application by September 2nd.
Responses should not exceed the space provided.
Applicants can sign up for an interview time when they drop off their essays. The deadline for essay and interview
scheduling is Friday, September 2nd. Any returning members who were unable to complete their requirements for
the 2015/2016 year are expected to complete an interview. Please contact Maria Cimina with any questions.
Please be sure that you will be able to fulfill the commitment of attending each meeting and completing the
6 hours per month of Club service.
2016/2017 Keystone Club members will be posted on the web page on September 23rd under Programs +
Keystone Club.
Our first full meeting will be Sunday, September 25th at 6pm.
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Applicants Email:
Address:
Town:
Home Phone:
Zip:
Sweatshirt Size:
Embroidered Name:
Parents Email:
Yes
No
2) How do you feel you can benefit from being a part of this Club?
3) Site an example of a time that you showed strong leadership and dedication qualities.
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GRADES 35
$20
A night out with the guys is just what this program calls for. During this event, Keystoners will entertain members in gym
games, relay races, tournaments and more! This event will be held on Monday, November 7th from 6:30pm8:30pm.
Dinner will be served.
GRADES 1-2
$20
During this night of fun, Keystoners will entertain members in games like dodgeball, kickball, relay races gameroom
tournaments and more! This event will be held on October 11th from 6:30pm8:30pm. Pizza will be served.
CAMP RUBEN
GRADES 1-5
This is a mini-camp that we hold for members on days off from school. Each camp is run by our enthusiastic Jr. Staff
and Athletic Director Ruben Goodwin. Typical days include dodge ball; Capture the Flag, Kickball, 2 Ball, basketball,
game room tournaments, and other exciting activities. The children will also receive lunch (pizza & drinks).
Date
Time
Grade
Registration Date
October 3rd
11:00am 2:00pm
3rd 5th
September 7th
October 12th
11:00am 2:00pm
1st/2nd
September 14th
November 8th
11:00am 2:00pm
1st/2nd
October 11th
December 27th
11:00am 2:00pm
1st/2nd
December 1st
December 28th
11:00am 2:00pm
3rd 5th
December 1st
December 29th
11:00am 2:00pm
1st/2nd
December 1st
December 30th
11:00am 2:00pm
3rd 5th
December 1st
January 16th
11:00am 2:00pm
1st/2nd
December 20th
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GRADES 4/5
$15 perplayer
With the aid of the Torch Club, Wakeman staff and Director Ruben Goodwin, Wakeman will hold its 12th dodgeball
tournament. Members are asked to gather a team of five or six players (single players will be placed on a team).
Players will participate in a round-robin double elimination tournament, which will take place in the Warren Gymnasium.
To register please fill out a registration form beginning October 13th, located at the front desk. All participants
will receive a T-shirt and have pizza and drinks. The tournament will be held November 11th from 11:00am2:00pm.
2BALL TOURNAMENT
GRADES 3-5
Keystone Club members will help coordinate this fast paced basketball tournament from 2:15pm4:15pm on
November 8th. 2Ball is a game where teams of two shoot from 5 numbered spots on the floor. Teams have 60
seconds to rack up as many points as they can! Players will have time to practice before stepping up for their
timed round. Team scores will be combined after three rounds to reveal the winners.
SNOWBALL DANCE
GRADES 4-6
A winter dance organized and chaperoned by the Torch Club. The dance will be on Friday January 27th from 7:00
9:00pm. Events for the night will include music dancing, food, dodgeball, capture the flag, two ball and a dancing
contest.
LETTERS TO SANTA
GRADES 1 & 2
$20
Come join the Wakeman Torch Club for a night of holiday cheer as we host Letters to Santa. Participants will write
their own letter to Santa, enjoy a holiday arts and crafts project, and finish watching a holiday movie. Holiday treats
and Santas favorite, cookies and milk will be served! Each participant will also receive a little surprise from Santa!
The event will be held on December 14th from 3:45pm6:00pm. For more information please contact Ruben Goodwin
or Geoff Baranger.
BIRTHDAY PARTIES
GRADES 1-5
$225
The following are the dates and times for available Birthday parties.
September 24
10am12pm
October 8
10am12pm
October 22
10am12pm
September 24
12pm2pm
October 8
12pm2pm
October 22
12pm2pm
October 1
10am12pm
October 9
10am12pm
October 29
10am12pm
October 1
12pm2pm
October 9
12pm2pm
October 29
12pm2pm
Birthday Parties at Wakeman are special because we offer so few. We apologize to everyone who cannot be accommodated, but the times listed above are the only available slots based on gym availability. Registration can be done
over the phone at 10am on August 24th or you can call the Club beginning at 11am to select your party date.
Children in grades 1-5 are eligible for a party! All parties cost $225, last 2 hours and will be held in either gym. Keystoners will entertain partygoers for 1.5 hours and supply you with a room for cake and help with clean up. Popular
activities include Capture the Flag, Dr. Dodge ball, Basketball and soccerother activities are also welcome. Parents
are responsible to bring everything needed for the party: food, drink, candles, matches, paper products, and utensils!
A maximum of 25 children are allowed including siblings. No helium balloons please!
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Volunteer one hour a week or more and youll make a difference in a childs life. Very likely, theyll also make a difference in your own life! More than 130 teens and eight adult chaperones chose to make a difference last year and overwhelmingly felt the impact on their own life as well. Volunteer hours are tracked by Wakeman staff.Teens frequently
use their hours toward college applications, Fairfield Prep Christian Service, National Honor Society, High School Key
Club and other programs.
MENTORS:
9th-12th graders can volunteer as Mentors to students at McKinley. Preference is given to volunteers able to commit
for a minimum of two seasons of the school year (fall, winter or spring). Mentoring begins in mid-September, but new
Mentors may be accepted anytime. Mentors are also expected to attend several trainings and mentoring events as
needed during the year.
Smart Moves Mentoring Program: 9th11th graders are matched 1 on 1 with 2nd grade students. This program
is held weekly on Wednesdays 3:10pm4:40pm. Each week includes homework time, board games and a life skills
lesson such as friendships, self-esteem, bullying, pillars of character and more.
Great Futures Mentoring Program: 10th12th graders are matched 1 on 1 with 3rd5th graders. Mentors can
volunteer Mondays, Wednesdays or Thursdays 2:45pm4:45pm, but must attend the same day weekly.Mentors
spend 30 minutes in the classroom learning about what their student Mentee is studying, assignments and how
they interact with classmates and teachers.Remaining time is spent together and with other mentors and mentees
for homework and projects, games and sports, crafts and hanging out. Preference is given to juniors and seniors,
although sophomores may be accepted too.
Big Buddy (McKinley Outreach): 10th12th grade Big Buddies are paired 1 on 1 with a younger member with
special needs so they can be active in Wakeman athletic/fitness classes at McKinley.Big Buddies learns about
their members needs/interests and work with staff to ensure each class is full of fun, friendships and learning.
Time/day or week is flexible based on schedule of volunteer and member, but typically Monday, Wednesday or
Thursday 3:15pm-4:45pm.
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Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse
2414 Fairfield Avenue, Bridgeport 203-908-3378
Wakemans Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse opened in June, 2011 and was quickly filled with 170 children in grades 38
enjoying a full day of summer camp. That included arts & crafts, sports, computer instruction, dance and theater.
The Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse has grown immensely since its opening in 2011. The after school program is providing
a fun and safe environment for over 350 children in grades 38. Children travel throughout the 23,000 square foot
facility taking part in fitness programs, computer classes, arts & crafts projects, recreational activities and getting help
with school projects and homework assignments. Each afternoon, the Teen Lounge is filled with high school members
participating in college preparedness and job readiness programs like Diplomas 2 Degrees and CareerLaunch. Our teens
learn about colleges, the application process and learn how to create a resume and enhance their interview skills through
these programs. At night, the gym is filled with the sound of squeaking sneakers as boys and girls work on their basketball
skills. The game room is a hotbed of activity each night as kids enjoy some Wakeman favorites like carpet bowling and ping
pong. Our Torch Clubs and Keystone Clubs are working to provide service to the club and community.
For more information, please call the Clubhouse at (203) 908-3378.
Unit Director: Jason Macchia
Jason@wakemanclub.org
Program Director Teen Services: Gina Osegueda
Gina@wakemanclub.org
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HONORARY TRUSTEES
John Cullinane
Eugene J. Fabbri
James D. Fitzpatrick
William Gray
Hobart C. Kreitler
Brian T. Silvestro
Dr. Robert C. Tremaglio
UNIT BOARDS
Southport Clubhouse
Robert Scheetz, President
Kevin Barry
Robert DiSabato
Cheryl Guibone
Marcy Haley
Manisha Juthani-Mehta
Kate OConnor
Fred Paulman
Margaret Reynolds
Michael Bayles
Eileen Blees
Christopher Brogan
Jack Collins
John P. Donahue, M.D.
Jeff Dunne
R. Bradford Evans
Maggie Ford
Michael Fox
Thomas M. Graham, Jr.
James D. Haas
Paul J. Halas
Stacey Hoin
Brendan Kerrigan
Kieran McTague
Cheryl Mellinger
Thomas L. Mindrum
James Moye
Raymond Rizio
Robert G. Rotanz
Robert Scheetz
Jeffrey Tengel
Smilow-Burroughs Clubhouse
Jack Collins, President
Mary Ann Brewster
Charlie Gulotta
Richard Kirk
Anne Larcheveque
Karen Maloney
June McClendon
Ed Sheehan
Debbie Stapleton
Randy Taylor
Tom Vacheron
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
David W. Blagys
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