Sunday, July 31, 2011

Free Swimming Lessons for DPS Students

The Boll Family YMCA has begun a free Urban Swim Initiative program for local detroit public school students. The school's principal should contact, Nikole Saffle, the aquatics director at 313-309-9622 to enroll in this program.

The Detroit Main Library Branch Events

Looking for something to do with the children, at the library, before school starts back. 

Check this events for August 2011:

Preschool Storytime
Friday, August 5, 12, 19 & 26, 10:15-11:00 a.m.
Join in the fun! Stories, songs and games for children and their parents or caregivers. 
Class groups, please call with number of students. 
Children/Parent


Tween Chess Club
Friday, August 5, 4:00-5:45 p.m.
Learn how to play or improve your skills. No experience needed.
Children,Tweens/Parents


American Girl Program
Saturday, August 6, Noon-1:00 p.m.
Bring any doll or stuffed animal for an American 
Girl history and craft. 
Make a Beach Necklace
Children,Tweens/Parent


Swim Lessons

The Coleman Young Recreational Center is currently offering 20 swim lessons for $10 per child. The recreational center is located at 2751 Robert Bradley Drive. Please contact them at 313-877-8008 for further details.  The following link will direct you to their schedule online:
http://www.detroitmi.gov/DepartmentsandAgencies/RecreationDepartment/RecreationCenters/ColemanAYoungCommunityCenter.aspx