Byline: The Register-Guard

Events scheduled by the Willamalane Park and Recreation District for the week of Oct. 2:

Thursday, Oct. 2

Oil Painting, All Levels - Work on subject of your choice. Instructor is Gloria Tinker. Register at Adult Activity Center. For ages 50

Romp and Roll - For ages birth to 3. Leap, flip and spin! Independent and group games. Register at Community Recreation Center. Thursdays through Oct. 23, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. $17.

Spanish First Term - Ultimate Spanish classes taught by LCC. Held at Community Recreation Center. For ages 18 and older. Register through LCC, 463-5252. Thursdays through Dec. 11, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. LCC#22956.

Global Trends - Tools and Assets for Eco Logical Culture Change. Register at Community Recreation Center. For ages 18 and older. 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Free.

Friday, Oct. 3

Early Childhood Recreation - Tot Rock. A very popular class for ages birth to 3. Finger plays and rhythm instruments. Fridays through Oct. 24, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. Register at Community Recreation Center. $17.

Preplanning Eases the Pain - Lecture for ages 18 and older. Learn about funeral prearrangements, wills, trusts and much more. Register at Adult Activity Center. Presenter is Pat Chamberlain of Musgrove Family Mortuary. 1:30 p.m. Free.

Specialized Recreation - UO Volleyball Game. For ages 18 and older. Cheer the UO women's volleyball team as it takes on UCLA. Register at Community Recreation Center. 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. $6 fee. Bring $5 for admission and extra for snacks.

Saturday, Oct. 4

Volkswalking - Dayton-Heiser Farms on Grand Island. Fall walk with pumpkin patch, corn maze and farm activities. 10K rated 1-2. For ages 15 and older. Register at Adult Activity Center. 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. $15.

Saturday Open Wood Shop - For ages 18 and older at Adult Activity Center. Create your woodworking projects in well equipped shop. Instruction included. 9 a.m. to noon. $5 per session.

Holy Trinity Greek Festival - A great annual celebration at Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Cathedral in Portland. Lots of good Greek food, dancing and crafts. For ages 50 and older. Register at Adult Activity Center. 9:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. $31.

Specialized Recreation - Creative Arts. Make a variety of projects with friends. For ages 18 and older. Register at Community Recreation Center. 10 a.m. to noon. $8.50 for each session.

Specialized Recreation - Saturday Cooking. An afternoon of cooking, movie-watching and snacks. For ages 18 and older. Fee includes cost of meal and movie. $12.

Monday, Oct. 6

Teen Center - The center is open Monday to Friday mornings, 7:30 a.m. to 8:40 a.m., and afternoons from 3:10 p.m. to 6 p.m. For students attending Springfield middle schools. Free for most activities.

Jewelry Wire Weaving - Learn to make intricate jewelry by weaving bead wire. For ages 50 and older. Register at Adult Activity Center. Instructor is Vera Slick, jewelry artist. Beginning class 9 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., advanced class 2 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Mondays through Oct. 27. $6.

Word Processing: Beginning - Learn to create documents, insert pictures, print and more. For ages 50 and older. Register at Adult Activity Center. Mondays and Wednesdays through Oct. 15, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. $35.

What Does Your Handwriting Say? - Learn what your handwriting can tell about your personality, desires and talents. Bring a small plastic ruler and a ballpoint pen. Register at Adult Activity Center. For ages 50 and older. Instructor is Richard Walker, handwriting analyzer. 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. $5.

Shallow-Water Exercise Classes - Aquatone (moderately paced) at Willamalane Park Swim Center. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 10:15 a.m. to 11 a.m. Exercise that Feels Good (slower paced) at Willamalane Park Swim Center. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 9 a.m. to 9:45 a.m. Classes are ongoing. For ages 11 and older. Fees vary.

Deep-water Exercise Classes - Deep-Water Exercise (moderately paced aerobic workout) at Willamalane Park Swim Center. Monday, Wednesday and Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 9:15 a.m. Hydro-Fit (Aerobic-paced workout), various times. Classes are ongoing. For ages 11 and older. Fees vary.

Wills and Trusts Assistance - The use of wills, trusts and designated beneficiaries. For ages 50 and older. Register at Adult Activity Center. Presented by Bill Atwood, attorney. 3 p.m. Free.

Tuesday, Oct. 7

Lapidary Shop - For ages 18 and older at Adult Activity Center. Equipped with saws, grinders, sanders and polishers. Shop staff will cut rocks. Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Wednesdays from 5:30 p.m. to 8 p.m. $2.50 per day.

Mailing Labels - Learn to print envelopes and labels to make holiday mailing a breeze. Prior word processing experience recommended. For ages 50 and older. Register at Adult Activity Center. Today and Thursday, 9:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. $16.

Preschool Recreation - Basketball for Little Tykes. For ages 3 to 5. Register at Community Recreation Center. Tuesdays through Oct. 28, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. $17.

Haircuts - At Adult Activity Center. For ages 50 and older. Licensed barber provides haircuts. For men only. No shampoos, styles or perms. Weekly, by appointment. $5.

Wood Carving - For ages 50 and older. Drop-in studio at Adult Activity Center for experienced carvers; instruction available for beginners. Furnish your own tools and wood. Each Tuesday, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m. Free.

Computer Basics: Level 1 - Beginning class for ages 50 and older. Register at Adult Activity Center. No experience required. Tuesdays and Thursdays through Oct. 16, 2:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. $35.

Tennis Lessons - At Willamalane Park Tennis Courts. Register at Community Recreation Center. Held Tuesdays and Thursdays for two weeks. Youths ages 4 to 12 at 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. Juniors ages 13 to 17 and adults at 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. Call 736-4544. Prices range from $12 to $16.

Shallow-Water Exercise Classes - Aquatone (moderately paced) at Willamalane Park Swim Center. Tuesday and Thursday, 6:15 p.m. to 7 p.m. Ongoing. For ages 11 and older. Fees vary.

Chi Running - A holistic approach to running, combining the flow of tai chi with the action of running. Run lifelong, injury-free. Instructor is Dr. Keith McConnell, Ph.D. For ages 18 and older. Register at Adult Activity Center. 7 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. $5.

Wednesday, Oct. 8

Pottery Shop - Equipped with potter's wheels, slab roller and kilns. Instruction in wheel-throwing, hand-building, sculpting and glazing. Instructor is Michael Fromme. Weekly, Wednesday and Thursday, 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. $2 per day.

So You're Going on Medicare - Review the basics of Medicare coverage and prescription drug plans. For ages 50 and older. Register at Adult Activity Center. 10 a.m. to 11:30 a.m. Presented by Michael Reddy, licensed insurance agent. Free.

Movie Appreciation Group - "Frankenstein." Film and discussion, 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. at Adult Activity Center. For ages 50 and older. Free.

Craigslist: Buying and Selling - Learn to use this popular site. For ages 18 and older. Register at Adult Activity Center. Instructor is Ellyn Toneys. 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. $8.

Thursday, Oct. 9

Planning for the Retirement You Envision - Lecture about retirement income planning and investment strategies. For ages 18 and older. Register at Adult Activity Center. Presenter is Maryjo Byrnes, financial adviser, Smith Barney. 1:30 p.m. Free.

Super Aerobic Combo - Aerobic dance, step aerobics, strengthening and stretching. For ages 15 and older. Register at Community Recreation Center any time during the session. Session runs Mondays, Wednesdays and Thursdays through Nov. 12, 5:45 p.m. to 7 p.m. $38 adults; $31.50 seniors. Or, for 3 sessions, through Dec. 18, $105 adults; $84 seniors.

Dance Variety Lessons - For ages 15 and older. Learn basic steps and combinations for absolute beginners. Individuals or couples. Register at Community Recreation Center. Taught by On Site Dance Company. Thursdays through Oct. 30, 7:15 p.m. to 8:15 p.m. $50 adults; $40 seniors.

Upcoming

Splash! Lively Park Swim Center - Reopens Oct. 13.

Clearwater Park Cleanup - Oct. 11, 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Meet at Clearwater Park boat landing.

Town Hall Meeting - Hear about programs and learn about our community's park and recreation needs. At Community Recreation Center. Thursday, Oct. 23, 6 p.m. Call 736-4544.

Haunted Hayride - Fun for all ages at Dorris Ranch. Make reservations at Community Recreation Center beginning Oct. 1. Oct. 27 and 29, 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. $5.

Holiday Faire - Annual shopping extravaganza at Adult Activity Center. Nov. 1, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Free.

For more information

Community Recreation Center, 736-4544, 250 S. 32nd St.; Willamalane Park Swim Center, 736-4080, 1276 G St.; The Annex (Teen Center), 736-4083, 1276 G St.; Splash! Lively Park Swim Center, 736-4244, 6100 Thurston Road; and Willamalane Adult Activity Center, 736-4444, 215 W. C St.