B.C.C. "What's New?" By Deneen Foster (August 2, 2008)

Ballet classes, ages 3 and up, begin Monday, August 18th. Instructor Pam Stockman teaches ballet, tap and jazz.

Fiddle/Violin classes, instructed by Dr. Fred Mayer, will resume Tuesday, September 2. Beginning adult class will be Tuesday's from 6-7 pm, beginning youth will be Wednesday's from 4-5 pm, and the experienced class wil be Wednesday's from 6-7:15 pm.

Power Hour, a fun filled fitness program for ages 9-11 is designed to make exercise and nutrition fun and enjoyable. Instructed by Mallory Clark, the class resumes September 2, 3:45-4:45 pm.

Aqua Aerobics and Gentle Yoga, year round classes, still have openings available. Aqua Aerobics meets Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, 9:30-10:30 am, with instructor Emma Hamilton. Gentle Yoga, instructed by certified instructor Jack Kroeck, meets Wednesday's 10-11:30 am.

A BCC membership is required for all classes, and classes with an instructor have an additional fee. Call Deneen now for more information, 423-3139.

B.C.C. "What's New?" By Deneen Foster (July 2, 2008)

Volunteer workers are a major reason that the Berryville Community Center is so successful. In May, our volunteers logged 245 hours! If you are interested in joining our volunteer team, please contact Deneen at 423-3139.

Berryville Community Center is a great place to host birthday parties, wedding receptions, class reunions, showers and a number of other events. Call 423-3139 for more information about space availibility.

B.C.C. "What's New?" By Deneen Foster (February 11, 2008)

Beginning the month of February, an ADDITIONAL open swim will be available on Thursdays only, from 10:30 am to 12 pm. During open swim, a lifeguard is on duty, and children are available to swim.

The Berryville Parks & Recreation will be taking applications for the 2008 Baseball/Softball season, beginning February 11-29, for ages 3-15. You may pick up and return registration forms at the Berryville Community Center during regular business hours. A copy of the child's birth certificate will be required with their form. Coaches, volunteers, and sponsors are always welcomed, and can contact Emma.

On February 21, 6-8 p.m., Deneen Foster will be teaching an Adult Enhancement class on beginning cake decorating. Seating will be limited, and a supply list is available at BCC. Please call if you have questions, or need more information.

Coming March 3 will be an exciting new youth fitness program to be held on Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday, and is for ages 9-13. The class is designed to make exercise fun and enjoyable. Healthy eating habits and nutrition awareness will be a fun part of the program, and self-esteem building will be top priority. The class will be instructed by Mallory Clark, and pre-registration is requested. Please call or come by to register. The cost will be $3 per class, or $30 a month, and a BCC membership is required.

B.C.C. "What's New?" By Deneen Foster (February 1, 2008)

The Arkansas Preferential Presidential Primary will be held February 5, 2008 in the Berryville Community Center banquet hall from 7:30 a.m. until 7:30 p.m.

Join Johanna Edwards from "Mimi's Trunk" on Thursday, February 7, 6:30-8:00 p.m., as we make four hand-made Valentine Cards for those special people in your life. There will be a $4 supply fee, and everything will be provided. Come by or call for more information.

Join us Thursday, February 21, 6:00-8:00 p.m. and learn basic cake decorating skills in a two-hour session taught by BCC's own Deneen Foster. Deneen has been actively decorating cakes for the past 11 years, and will be sharing ideas and tips for the beginning decorator. Come by or call for more information.

B.C.C. "What's New?" (January 15, 2008)

Adult Indoor Soccer, season two, is up and kicking yet again. Games are currently being held Sundays, from 10 am until 2 pm. Drop by to watch some fast paced action.

UPWARD basketball, sponsored by Southern Heights Baptist Church, is in full swing for the second year. The six-week program begins January 19, utilizing the full gym between the hours of 9 am and 3 pm. The game times are as follows:

Kindergarten (mixed genders) 9 am
1st/2nd grade girls 9 am
1st/2nd grade boys 10 am
3rd/4th grade girls 11 am
3rd/4th grade boys 12 pm
5th/6th grade girls 1 pm
5th/6th grade boys 2 pm

Join us January 21 at 6:30 pm for a free class to be taught by Linda Chappell, County Extenion Agent. EATING BETTER FOR LESS, focuses on which foods are the the best nutritional buys and recipes to prepare them. Call Deneen, (870)423-3139 to sign up now.

As always, we are looking for quality volunteers to complete our BCC family. Add a little fulfillment to your day by donating a few hours to our outstanding establishment. To volunteer, contact Deneen at (870)423-3139

B.C.C. "What's New?" (December 18, 2007)

Toys for Tots applications are available at BCC. These forms will be accepted until the week of December 15th. More open swims will be available for school children during the holiday break. On December 19-21, 26-28,31 and January 2-4, adult swim during 10:30 am to noon, will be changed to open swim. A lifeguard is on duty during open swim and is the only time children under 18 can swim.

Being more active during the holiday season will help to keep off those holiday pounds. The Berryville Community Center features an indoor heated pool with whirlpool, walking track, racquetball court, basketball courts, gymnasium, and cardio and strength-training equipment. BCC also offers exercise classes such as CardioTone, Aqua Aerobics, Yoga, and Karate. For more information, please call (870) 423-3139.

B.C.C. "What's New?" By Susan Summers (November 28, 2007)

UPWARDS Basketball Program registrations will be accepted until December 3rd. Registration for basketball or cheerleading is $65. Individuals registering for basketball and cheerleading MUST attended one basketball evaluation or cheerleading orientation. These will take place at the Berryville Community Center during the following times:
K-2nd grade boys and girls, Saturday, December 1 between 9 am and 10 am;
3rd and 4th grade boys and girls, Saturday, December 1 between 10 and 11 am;
5th and 6th grade boys and girls, Saturday, December 1 between 11am and noon; and
K-6th grade boys and girls, Monday December 3 between 5:30 and 7:30 pm.
League practices will begin Monday, January 7th with the first game being Saturday, January 19th. For more information, please call Scott Cox at (870) 423-7042.

AFTA Certified Personal Trainer, Courtney Miller, is now offering CardioTone. CardioTone is a high energy workout specifically designed to accelerate your fat burning potential and tone muscles through a series of cardio and weight training sessions. This is a one-hour class set to fun and energizing music. Classes are every Tuesday and Thursday at 5:45 pm.

Berryville Community Center personalized gift certificates are available for the holiday season! An annual membership for a family is $100 and a month membership for an individual is only $10. Class certificates for Karate, CardioTone, Aqua Aerobics, Violin/Fiddle Lessons, Yoga, and Ballet can also be purchased. The health-promoting benefits available at the Berryville Community Center will always be considered a thoughtful and welcome gift!

Volunteers are still needed for the weekend hours at BCC. If you have some extra time, please consider volunteering at the Berryville Community Center. Volunteers are a valuable asset to BCC and they are greatly appreciated. If you're interested, please call Susan at (870) 423-3139 or come by the BCC front desk Monday through Friday from 9am until 6 pm. For information about the Berryville Community Center, please call (870) 423- 3139.

B.C.C. "What's New?" By Susan Summers (November 1, 2007)

The Aerobic Kickboxing class at the Berryville Community Center has totally revamped it's dynamic. This new class is a high energy workout designed specifically to accelerate your fat burning potential and tone muscles through a series of cardio and weight training sessions. This is a one-hour class designed and led by AFTA Certified Personal Trainer, Courtney Miller, and is set to fun and energizing music. Classes are every Tuesday and Thursday at 5:45 p.m.; however, a free class to BCC members will be held on Saturday, November 10th to introduce this exciting and invigorating routine.

If you're expecting or have just delievered a baby, the upcoming prenatal, postnatal, and Mommy and Me classes being offered free to BCC members should be of interest to you. These classes have been rescheduled to begin Thursday, November 15th. Please call BCC to register.

An open casting call will be held for very thin and slightly built boys ages 7 to 10 on Thursday, November 1st from 4 to 6 p.m. at the Berryville Community Center. The role is for a new feature film entitled "The Road" based on the Pulitzer Prize winning novel by Cormac McCarthy. For more information about the role, call the Arkansas Film Commission hotline at (501)682-7676.

A Fall Baseball Camp sponsored by Roger Pruente and approved by the Berryville Community Center will be held Saturday, November 10th from 10 am until 2 pm. Registration will be held at the A. L. Carter Field concession stand at 9:30 am. Basic fundamentals will be practiced from 10 am until noon. Then two games will be played from 12:30 until 2. Bring a sack lunch and be ready to play!

BCC Yoga instructor, Jack Kroeck, is postponing the Wednesday classes due to a family emergency. Notification of his return will be announced in this newspaper. During the Thanksgiving week, BCC Dance Instructor, Pam Stockman, will not be holding class. Classes will resume on the regular schedule starting on November 26th.

Mark your calendars! UPWARDS basketball sign ups will begin November 1st. This 6-week program program is for boys and girls from kindergarten through 6th grade. The program will start January 6th. For more information, please call the Berryville Community Center at (870) 423-3139 or Southern Heights Church at (870) 423-7024.

If you miss out on the Adult Enhancement Class with Lin Wellford's Rockpaintining Class, there might be openings available on November 7th. Call for availability.

B.C.C. "What's New?" By Susan Summers (October 23, 2007)

The second session of the BCC Adult Enhancement Class will take place Tuesday, October 23 at 6:30 p.m. The first class enjoyed basic computer terminology and functions. If you missed the first class, feel free to join the second class and Kevin Cauley will help to catch you up.

It will soon be time for UPWARDS basketball. This program is for boys and girls from kindergarten through 6th grade. Sign ups will begin the first week of December with a 6-week game program starting January 6th. More information will be available at a later date.

Cindy Gunselman from St. John's Hospital will be offering exercise programs free to BCC members for women in different stages of motherhood. These classes will contain 50 minutes of exercise once a week. There are three specific classes:
Prenatal Exercise - 9 am.
These exercises are specifically designed for pregnancy to improve posture, increase strength, and promote relaxation.
Postnatal Exercise - 10 am.
Exercises are designed to strengthen abdominal, upper body, and pelvic floor muscles after giving birth.
Mommy and Me Exercises - 11 am.
This class is for parents and toddlers old enough to walk, but not yet old enough to attend a regular dance or gymnastics class. Developmental activities to promote strength, balance, and coordination will be done. The suggested age range for the children is walking to age 3.

All classes will be held on Thursdays beginning November 1st. For more information on the above topics, or about the Berryville Community Center, please go to www.berryville.com or call (870) 423-3139.

B.C.C. "What's New?" By Susan Summers (August 23, 2007)

BCC Dance Instructor, Pam Stockman will offer dance classes beginning Monday, August 20th. Classes are: Monday Creative Movement from 5-6 p.m. for 3 and 4 year olds with no dance experience. Ballet/Tap from 6-7 p.m. for 5 to 7 year olds with no or very little dance experience. Modern Jazz from 7-8 p.m. for individuals with advanced dance experience. Classes are $6 per week paid monthly. Tuesday Intermediate Ballet/Tap I from 5-6:30 p.m. for 7 to 9 year olds. Intermediate Ballet/Tap II from 6:30 to 8 p.m. for individuals 10 years and up. Classes are $8 per week paid monthly. Thursday Beginning Ballet and Tap II from 5-6:30 p.m. for 6 and 7 year olds with dance experience. Advanced Ballet from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Classes are $8 per week paid monthly.

Dr. Fred Mayer will be offering beginning violin classes beginning on September 4th. Two classes will be held each Tuesday until October 30th. The Youth class will be held from 4-5 p.m. The Adult class is from 6 to 7 p.m. The cost of the 9 week program is $72. Continuing monthly classes will begin in November at $8 per class. For more information about the Berryville Community Center or the classes offered, please call (870) 423-3139 or go to www.berryville.com.

B.C.C. "What's New?" By Susan Summers (July 12, 2007)

The Carroll County Arts Council and Missoula Children's Theatre will be offering a casting call for all children entering first through 12th grade on Monday, August 6th at 10 a.m. at the Berryville Community Center. This year's theatre presentation will be "Robin Hood." For more information, please call Connie Doss at (870) 423-4380.

For all swimmers coming to the Berryville Community Center indoor pool, please remember to shower with warm water and soap before entering the pool. This helps to keep chemicals balanced and our pool sparkling clean. People under 18 must swim during "open swim". Open Swim is held Monday through Friday at 10:30 a.m. to noon and again from 4 to 7 p.m. On Saturday, open swim is from 10 until noon and again from 1 to 4 p.m. For the monthly swim schedule, please go to www.berryville.com.

B.C.C. "What's New?" By Susan Summers (July 12, 2007)

The A. L. Carter/Berryville Parks Baseball/Softball season has ended. Over 400 children, boys and girls between the ages of 3 and 15, took part in the program. All of these participants were coached and managed by volunteers. Thank you Coaches Chad Allen, Josh and Mystery Anderson, Donnell Armstrong, Deneen Foster, John Harwood, Thersa Hawthorne, Wade Hill, Charlie and Tammy Hood, Jerry and Julie Hopper, Jay Lee, Michael Logan, John McClellan, Jeff McCullough, Trista McGinley, Jimmy McIntosh, Leah Motzko, Michelle Pearson, Rick Plumlee, Roger Pruente, Carrie Rushing, Schel Seel, Dale Seitz, Albert Sperduto, Don Splichal, Ann Dee Stone, Paul Stone, Shane Stracner, Matt Summers, Tracy Tedder, Jeanette Warren, Norm Whetsten, John Worley and Rodney Worsham. These people DONATED their time and sometimes money to help ensure the children of this area have a baseball/softball program.

Also donating time were people dedicated to managing teams, assisting coaches, and helping in the concession stand. To help finance teams, sponsors donated funds. Thank you Richard and Mary Lou Harp, McKinney Fabrication, Arvest Bank, Evans & Evans, Davis Fina, Kings River Physical Therapy, Michael Nelson, D.D.S., The Jewelry Store, Miller Concrete, Taylor Plastic Surgery, David Davis Chevrolet/Pontiac, Turner Painting, Pizza Hut, Ball & Prier Tire, David Riddick, D.D.S., Kings River Rapids, Jackson Brothers Vending, Sonic, LaBarge, Warren Welding, Community First Bank, The Zone, Kelley Excavation, Darby Services, Exit Montgomery Whiteley Realty, Down Home Construction, and all other sponsors.