PROGRAMS, CLASSES & EVENTS

FALL 2019

CUPCAKE DECORATINGLearn some tricks to make your holiday cupcakes a smashing success. Each participant will learn to color icing, fill the piping bags and experiment with several tips. Delicious cupcakes and buttercream icing supplied by Scratch Bakery by Justin Tyler. Provider: Justin Livingston, owner.Thu. Oct. 17, 6:30–7:30pm at Tipp Middle School$20 resident, $23 nonresident

DOG & PUPPY OBEDIENCEInstructor: Tara Fisher, Registered Veterinary Technician (specializing in behavioral modification and obedience training). Vaccination policy and items to bring to class will be available at registration.

Puppy Kindergarten (puppies 11 weeks to 6 months)Mon. Sept. 16, 7:15–8:15pm for 4 weeks at Tipp City Park Roundhouse

Adult Obedience (dogs 7 months and up)Mon. Sept. 16, 6-7pm for 4 weeks at Tipp City Park Roundhouse$43 resident, $45 nonresident$10 supply fee paid directly to instructor

ELDER LAW ASSET PROTECTIONLearn your rights and options regarding long-term care, nursing home, at-home care, and Medicaid qualifications for coverage. Find out how to protect your assets from being depleted by the high cost associated with long-term care. Provider: Attorney, Joseph A. Downing.Mon. Nov. 4, 7–8pm at the Tipp City Public LibraryNo charge but registration is required

GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING CONTESTAnnual Gingerbread House Decorating contest is back for another year of fun. Participate in this contest and bring back an old time family tradition. Icing is included but teams must provide their own candy and edible decorations. No pre-made elements. Sponsored by the TCAAC in cooperation with TMCS.Sun. Dec. 8, 1–4pm (registrations due by Nov. 18) at the Monroe Twp. BuildingNew entries: $30 (TCAAC members: $25) – includes cost of Candy Cottage plastic gingerbread houseReturning teams who have the ginger bread cottage: $15 (TCAAC members $10)

LUNCH & LEARN: RESTORING A CANAL LOCKWhat does it take to restore a lock on the Miami and Erie Canal that was built by hand in the 1840s? This program shows how Lock 1 in Lockington was recently restored to its original condition. Presenter: Andy Hite, Johnston Farm Site Manager. Lunch provided by StoryPoint of Troy.Fri. Nov. 15, 12pm at the Tipp City Public LibraryNo charge but registration is required by November 13

PILATESFunctional Pilates will help you gain strength, flexibility and elevate your mind, body and spirit. This is a full-body experience and exercises are designed to support activities of daily living. Provider: Celeste Mackenzie.Wed. Sept. 25, 9–10am for ten Wednesdays at the TMCS Building$78 resident, $80 nonresident ($10 per class drop in fee)

PET PORTRAITSYour pet is already a work of art so why not have your fur baby captured in a festive photo.Bring in your adorable pet and we will have a holiday backdrop to set the scene and the season. Provider: Sharon Elaine Photography.Sat. Nov. 23, 9am–4pm (must call 667-8631 by Nov. 18 for an appointment) at the TMCS Building$20 resident & nonresident sitting fee ($10 refund when appointment is kept)Purchased photos paid directly to photographer

ADULT FALL CLASSES

MEXICAN COOKING CLASSES: AGES 16+Recipes will be available and everyone will get to eat at the end of the class. Bring an apron and containers for left-overs. If you have long hair wear a pony tail or cover your hair. All supplies provided. Instructor: Sofia Marque. Held at Tipp Middle School.

Introduction to the Mexican KitchenThere is more to the Mexican kitchen than rice and beans! Learn to make a Mexican breakfast, appetizers, salsa, salads, soup, meat and dessert.Mon. Sept. 30, 6:30–8:30pm for 4 Mondays (no class Oct. 14)

Mexican Cooking for the HolidaysAdd new dishes to your traditional holiday menu!Dishes represent traditional variations of Christmas meals among Mexican families.Mon. Nov. 11, 6:30–8:30pm for 4 Mondays (no class Nov. 25)$68 resident, $70 nonresidentSupply fee $28 paid directly to instructor

PAINTING MEMORIES: AGES 18+Paint this pretty sunflower while raising money for the Tipp Monroe Community Services! You’ll paint on a 16”x20” stretched canvas with all supplies included. You’ll have a petal template to trace for the petals. No experience needed. Provider: Tammy Sharpe.Tue. Oct. 8, 6–9pm at Broadway Elementary Cafeteria$36 resident and nonresident ($10 will be donated back to TMCS)

R.A.D. (RAPE AWARENESS DEFENSE): WOMEN’S SELF DEFENSE(AGES 12+)The RAD System is a comprehensive course for women that begins with awareness, prevention, risk reduction and avoidance and progresses to the basics of hands-on self-defense. Tipp City Police Department.Mon. & Tue. Oct. 21, 22, 28 & 29, 6:30–9pm at Zion Lutheran ChurchNo charge but registration is required

RETIRE WISELY47% of Americans ages 56 to 62 could run out of funds to pay for basic retirement expenses if they retire at 65! Will your retirement income last? Provider: Matt Buehrer of Thrivent Financial.Thu. Oct. 17, 7–8pm at the Tipp City Public LibraryNo charge but registration is required

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TMCS EVENTS & ACTIVITIES

SEPTEMBER

41ST ANNUAL RUN FOR THE MUMSSaturday, September 28 at 8am sharp at Tipp City Park Roundhouse.Register at tmcomservices.org or speedy-feet.comRegistration (postmarked by Sept. 20: $25 (includes t-shirt); $20 no shirtLate registration: Sept. 28, 6:30–7:45am at Tipp City Park Roundhouse.$25 (additional $10 charge for run shirt if available)

OCTOBER

COMMUNITY DINNERWednesday, October 16, 5–7pm at Tipp City UMC. Proceeds to benefit the Lunch on Us program.

HALLOWEEN PARADE,PARTY AND COSTUME JUDGINGMonday, October 21, 2019 at 5:30pm. Meet at Broadway Elementary on Dow Street. At 6pm, follow the band to the Zion Lutheran Church. In case of rain, the parade will be canceled and costume judging will take place in the Monroe Township at 6:30 pm. Games and prizes for all age groups.

HOLIDAY GIFT GIVING PROGRAMProvides Christmas gifts to children of needy families in Tipp City and Monroe Township. Families who need assistance should apply October 21–November 15 (call 667-8631 to receive help or to sponsor a family).

NOVEMBER

TMCS APPRECIATION OPEN HOUSEThursday, November 7, 5:30–7pm at Tipp City UMC. To participate, call 667-8631 by November 1.

DECEMBER

TCAAC HOLIDAY DRAMA WORKSHOP PRESENTS:THE NUTCRACKERFriday, December 6 at 7pm at Zion Lutheran Church (14 W. Walnut St., Tipp City) following the Tree Lighting. Students in grades 4–8 will perform The Nutcracker in Reader’s Theatre style.

TIPPECANOE COMMUNITY BAND CONCERTFriday, December 6 at 7:30 pm, following the Community Tree Lighting atZion Lutheran Church.

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ADULT ACTIVITIES

TIPP WITH A TWIST: THE GOLDEN LEAFCome learn about—and taste—four varieties of tea from local Tipp City business, The Golden Leaf Tea and Herb Company.Wed. Oct. 23, 6:30–7:30pm

ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION: DEMENTIA CONVERSATIONSThis program provides tips for breaking the ice with your family so you can address some of the most common issues that are difficult to discuss: going to the doctor for a diagnosis or medical treatment, deciding when to stop driving and making legal and financial plans for future care. TMCS will provide refreshments.Wed. Oct. 30, 6:30–7:30pm

YOUTH ACTIVITIES

MEET YOUR COMMUNITY HELPERSGet up-close and personal with the people who protect and serve our community. Meet local police officers, firefighters, EMS professionals, and city workers. See the vehicles they use on their job and ask questions about the work they do. This interactive event is for families with kids of all ages. Co-sponsored by TMCS and the Tipp City Public Library. No registration required.Tue. Oct. 1, 6–7:30pm

AN AMERICAN GIRL HOLIDAY SERIES: GRADES 3–5Fans of American Girl dolls and books, learn more about how holidays are celebrated in different cultures and during different times in American history. Bring your American Girl dolls and books to share with others. Snacks and crafts will be provided. All classes at the TMCS Building. Register at tmcomservices.org

Kit’s Surprise and Christmas During the DepressionMon. Nov. 25, 4:30–5:30pm

Kirsten’s Surprise and St. Lucia DayMon. Dec. 2, 4:30–5:30pm

Josefina’s Surprise and Las PosadasMon. Dec. 9, 4:30–5:30pm

Candlelight for Rebecca and HanukkahMon. Dec. 16, 4:30–5:30pm

CHRISTMAS-THEME ESCAPE ROOM: GRADES 6–12Teens, register for the Christmas-theme Escape Room on the Tipp Monroe Community Services website. You can come with your friends as a team or by yourself and be placed on a team. Solve the puzzles and escape the room. You have 45 minutes to escape!Thu. Jan. 2, 3–7pm at TMCS Building

3 WAYS TO REGISTER

ACT TEST PREPIntensive, six-hour seminar covering test format and structure, what content appears on the test and ACT-specific testing and time management strategies. Provider: Dave Dobos, MIT alumnus. Workbook included, bring paper and pencil to take notes.Wed. & Thu. Oct. 16 & 17, 6–9pm at Tipp Middle SchoolTue. & Wed. Dec. 3 & 4, 6–9pm at Tipp Middle School$79 resident, $89 nonresident

CIRCUS SKILLS 101: GRADES 3–6Students will engage in several beginning circus skills and skits, including juggling and magic tricks with the opportunity to perform for their family at the end of the five-week course. All material provided. Instructor: Victor Thomas.Tue. Oct. 1, 6:30–8pm for 5 weeks at Broadway MPR/Broadway Gym$32 resident, $34 nonresident

CHALLENGE ISLAND: SPOOKTACULAR KID’S NIGHT OUT(AGES 6-8)We will be making monster blood slime, spooky mansions and a haunted house train ride! Challenge Island is a one-of-a-kind enrichment program on the cutting edge of S.T.E.A.M. (science, technology, engineering, art and math). We take children on a unique “island” adventure, where they work in collaborative tribes to take on various S.T.E.A.M challenges using only the materials in their treasure chest and their creativity. Provider: Leslie Mosley.Fri. Oct. 25, 2019, 6–8pm at Broadway MPR$23 resident, $25 nonresident

CHRISTMAS COOKIE DECORATING: AGES 4+What is Santa’s favorite treat? COOKIES! Each child will have the opportunity to decorate four cutout Christmas cookies. Students will learn how to color icing, fill the piping bags and experiment with several tips. Delicious cookies and buttercream icing supplied by Scratch Bakery by Justin Tyler. Provider: Justin Livingston, owner. Children under 8 years old should be accompanied by a parent.Wed. Dec 4, 6:30–7:30pm at Tipp Middle School$20 resident, $23 nonresident • 2 People: $37 resident, $40 nonresident

PAINTING MEMORIES: AGES 6+Paint this cute little snowman losing his hat in the wind while raising money for the Tipp Monroe Community Services! You’ll paint on a 16”x20” stretched canvas with all supplies included. No experience needed. Provider: Tammy Sharpe.Tue. Nov. 19, 6–9pm at Broadway Elementary Cafeteria$36 resident and nonresident ($10 donated back to TMCS)

TAEKWONDO: AGES 7+Korean martial art that is an excellent form of exercise, mental conditioning and self-defense. Instructor: Patrick Jacobs. Cost of uniforms and belt rank fees paid to instructor.Tue. Sept. 17, 6:30–7:30pm for 12 Tuesdays (no class Nov. 26)at the TMCS Building$128 resident, $130 nonresidentAdditional family members, $64 resident, $65 nonresident

HOLIDAY DRAMA WORKSHOP: GRADES 4–8Join the Holiday Drama Workshop as we work to prepare our reader’s theater rendition of the traditional holiday story, The Nutcracker. Students will develop their characters and will work on theater basics (voice, characterization, movement). The Nutcracker ensemble will present their show before the Tipp City Community Band Holiday Concert on Friday, December 6th at the Zion Lutheran Church. Directors: Lynn Shirk and Marilee Lake, TCAAC.Wed. Nov. 6, 4–5pm for 4 weeks at the TMCS Building$23 resident, $25 nonresident ($5 discount for TCAAC family members)

SEWING: AGES 8 YEARS AND UPT-Shirt Quilt Construction: If you have old t-shirts you can’t bear to throw away, repurpose them into a sentimental and practical keepsake. Must provide your own sewing machine. Supply list provided at registration. Instructor: Suzanne Moorman.Thu. Sept. 26, 6–7pm for 6 Thursdays (no class Oct. 31) at the TMCS Building$25 resident, $28 nonresident

STROLLERS IN MOTIONEach total body workout incorporates strolling, strength and resistance training, balance work and toning. Provider: Valerie Brickner with Strollers in Motion.

Session ITue. Sept. 24, 9:30–10:15am for 5 Tuesdays at Kyle Park (participants will be notified weekly of meeting location)

Session IITue. Oct. 29, 9:30–10:15am for 5 Tuesdays at Kyle Park (participants will be notified weekly of meeting location) $33 resident, $35 non residentPunch card option, good for five classes of your choice: $40 resident, $42 nonresident

WINE TASTING IN THE ALLEY (MUST BE 21)Whether you are serving wine for the holidays or not, come have a taste of several good selections accompanied by light snacks. Enjoy live music by guitarist Mike Sedmak. Provider: Dan Lawrence of Bodega Wine & Specialty Food. In case of rain, the event will be moved into Bodega.Mon. Sept. 23, 6–7pm in the Alley next to Coldwater$24 resident, $26 nonresident

ADULT FALL CLASSES (CONT.)

PROGRAMS & CLASSES – FALL 2019TIPP MONROE COMMUNITY SERVICES TMCOMSERVICES.ORG (937) 667-8631

1. Online at tmcomservices.org

2. At the TMCS office, Monday through Friday, 8am–12pm, 1–5pm

3. Print registration form from the website and mail with payment to: P.O. Box 242, Tipp City, OH 45371

Registration for the Fall term begins on September 9 and continues throughout the term. Visit our website for detailed information about classes, refunds and policies.

All participants must be pre-registered; no walk-ins accepted. Students under 18: please include the Medical Release form. The student is not fully registered until this form is on file in our office.

YOUTH FALL CLASSES TMCS EVENTS & ACTIVITIES (CONT.)

THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!

VISIT WITH SANTASanta’s coming to Tipp City! Saturday, December 7, 9–11am at Broadway Elementary School.Admission: Non-perishable food or a new, unwrapped toy for Needy Basket for distribution to local needy families. Bring your camera for photo opportunities!

CHRISTMAS IN THE VILLAGE HOME TOUR Homes on tour on Beechwood in Hampton Woods. Visit tippchristmasinthevillage.com or facebook.com/christmasinthevillage for complete details.Preview Night: Friday, December 6: $60 (limited tickets)Home Tour: Saturday, December 7, 12pm–5pm Pre-sale: $20; day of tour: $25

YOUTH FALL SPORTS

NFL FLAG FOOTBALL: GRADES K–5Season: October 6—November 10. Price includes NFL jersey, flag belt and flags.Registration: August 12—September 13:$80 resident, $95 nonresidentLate registration: September 14—September 20:$90 resident, $105 nonresident

YOUTH RECREATIONAL BASKETBALL:GRADES 3–6Registration: August 12—October 18: $75 resident for first child, $70 additional children. $90 nonresident fee for all children

Late registration: October 19—October 25:$85 resident for first child, $80 for additional children. $100 nonresident fee for all children

YOUTH RECREATIONAL BASKETBALL: GRADES 7–12Registration: August 12—November 15: $75 resident for first child, $70 for additional children. $90 nonresident fee for all children

Late registration: November 16—November 20:$85 resident for first child, $80 for additional children. $100 nonresident fee for all children

GIRLS & BOYS SELECT BASKETBALL: GRADES 3–6This is travel youth basketball league. Tryouts will be held in October for all grades. Flyers with details of exact dates will be distributed through our local schools to all students in September. Any questions may be directed to Matt Caldwell at (937) 703-2137.

SAVE THE DATE

Camp Kern

February 14 & 15, 2020

Open to all 5th grade

Tipp City Students