Youth activities: schedule and information

Monday, August 14
Tuesday, August 15
Wednesday, August 16
Thursday, August 17

Age Groups: TOTS 2-5, TWEENS 6-9, PRE-TEENS 10-12, TATS 13-18

TATS OFFICERS
President –Melissa Carlson, F301017
1st Vice President — Cassie Harbek, F200762
2nd Vice President — David Hartley, F31950
3rd Vice President — Philip Marlowe, F267754

REGISTRATION AND GENERAL INFORMATION

The TOTS, TWEENS/PRE-TEENS, and ATS Centers and the Youth Program Registration Table are located on the Ford Upper Deck. Follow the arrows for the appropriate Youth Centers and the Youth Program Registration Table locations. The last chance to sign up for an activity is 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 15. Requests for cancellations and refunds also must be made no later than 4:00 p.m. on Tuesday, August 15.

Parents (or guardians) must accompany TATS, PRE-TEENS, TWEENS, and TOTS for registration and must complete the administrative forms in order for their children to participate in the activities or visit the Youth Centers.

The Youth Bus Stop is located near the Youth Centers and will be appropriately marked. Transportation for all youth activities held at locations off the grounds will depart from and return to the Youth Bus Stop. Please report to the bus stop 15 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time so all children can be accounted for prior to departure.

If your child has not been given permission for unsupervised movement around the grounds, you must bring them to the appropriate Youth Center for check-in 20 minutes prior to the scheduled departure time. The children will be taken to the bus stop by the Youth Center supervisors. If you meet the bus on its scheduled return and your child was checked in at the Youth Center before the trip, the child must be taken to the Youth Center and checked out before the child leaves the area.

If the weather permits, there will be outdoor equipment available for check-out by youth who are authorized unsupervised movement. The outdoor equipment includes volleyballs and nets, Frisbees, soccer balls, footballs, and a rope for tug-of-war.

TOTS CENTER (AGES 2-5)
The TOTS CENTER is located on the Ford Upper Deck. The center is staffed by volunteer supervisors who oversee the children’s indoor activities and chaperone all outings. The center is fully equipped with tables and chairs, games, and all sorts of neat things to keep the little ones fully occupied. Walt Disney and other “G”-rated movies are shown at various times during the day. Parents/guardians are welcome and encouraged to participate in all TOTS’ activities.

Hours of Operation:
Monday, August 14, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 15, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 16, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 17, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

NOTE: We are unable to accommodate children in TOTS' activities who are not "potty trained."

TWEENS (AGES 6-9) & PRE-TEENS (AGES 10-12) CENTER
The TWEENS/PRE-TEENS Center is located on the Ford Upper Deck. During its hours of operation, it will be staffed by volunteer supervisors who monitor the center’s activities and accompany the children on outings both on and off the grounds. The center has video games, movies, cards, board games, puzzles, craft materials, and remote-controlled cars.

Hours of Operation:
Monday, August 14, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 15, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 16, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 17, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

TATS CENTER (AGES 13-18)
The TATS Center is located on the Ford Upper Deck and will be supervised during its hours of operation except when there is a scheduled outing. During off-site outings, the TATS Center will remain open, but a supervisor will not be present. The TATS Center will be stocked with teenage-oriented games, movies, and music. You are welcome to bring your favorite tapes and CDs -- majority rules on music selections.

Hours of Operation:
Monday, August 14, 8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Tuesday, August 15, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Wednesday, August 16, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Thursday, August 17, 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

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* MONDAY, AUGUST 14

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
The FMCA Youth Activities Registration Table (located on the Ford Upper Deck) will be open for information, registration for special events, and completion of permission slips.

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
TOTS Center open.

8:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
TWEENS/PRE-TEENS, and TATS Centers open.

10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.
TOTS, TWEENS, PRE-TEENS, and TATS — FLAKEY THE MAGIC CLOWN
Flakey will entertain you at the registration table as you progress through the sign-up process.

1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m.
TOTS, TWEENS, PRE-TEENS, and TATS — FLAKEY THE MAGIC CLOWN
Flakey again will be at the registration table amazing you with his magic and balloon sculpting. He also will visit the various centers during this time.

5:00 p.m.
TOTS CENTER CLOSED.

5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
TWEENS, PRE-TEENS, and TATS -- PIZZA PARTY
Come join the fun and meet new friends. There will be plenty of pepperoni and cheese pizza, and sodas for everyone. The cost for this activity is $3.

7:00 p.m.
ALL YOUTH CENTERS CLOSED.

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* TUESDAY, AUGUST 15

8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
The FMCA Youth Activities Registration Table (located on the Ford Upper Deck) will be open for information, registration for special events, and to complete permission slips. This is the last day to register for activities, so come on in and sign up. Request for refunds cannot be guaranteed after the close of registration on Tuesday at 4:00 p.m.

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
TOTS, TWEENS/PRE-TEENS, and TATS Centers open.

9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
TWEENS, PRE-TEENS, and TATS — NASCAR SpeedPark
NASCAR SpeedPark is a 7-acre race-themed amusement park that bridges the gap between family amusement venues and the professional NASCAR racing circuit. This race-themed amusement park is an officially licensed property of the National Association for Stock Car Auto Racing and allows guests to experience the excitement of NASCAR by featuring five challenging racetracks, a state-of-the-art interactive arcade, one 18-hole miniature golf course, kiddie rides, a souvenir shop, and a snack bar. The combination of rides, attractions and entertainment makes NASCAR SpeedPark full-throttle family fun from START TO FINISH! Visit www.NASCARSpeedPark.com for more information. The cost for this outing is (ages 3-12) $21.00, (ages 13 up) $28, and 40 arcade tokens $5.

11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
TOTS — MCDONALD’S HAPPY MEAL
TOTS will enjoy a picnic and games, your choice of a Happy Meal of hamburger, cheeseburger, or chicken nuggets for only $3. Parents or grandparents/guardians are always invited, but they must bring their own lunch.

5:00 p.m.
ALL YOUTH CENTERS CLOSED.

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* WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 16

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
TOTS, PRE-TEENS/TWEENS and TATS Centers open.

9:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
TOTS — FLAKEY THE MAGIC CLOWN
Flakey will entertain you with his balloon tricks. Don't miss the fun!

9:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
TWEENS, PRE-TEENS, and TATS — CAROWINDS AMUSEMENT & WATER PARK
Paramount’s Carowinds offers guests more than 105 action-packed acres featuring more than 60 world-class rides, shows and Hollywood-themed attractions for all ages including roller coasters, water rides, a 13-acre water park — WaterWorks — and the new Nickolodeon Central kid’s area. Visit www.carowinds.com for more information. Tweens must be accompanied by parent or guardian. Cost is $40 and includes admission and lunch.

1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m.
TWEENS, PRE-TEENS & TATS – REED GOLD MINE
Site of the first gold discovery in North America in 1799 by a 12-year-old boy; his 17-pound nugget was used as a doorstop for three years before his father sold it for $3.50. This find led to major mining operations throughout the North Carolina Piedmont. Tour the restored underground tunnels and pan for gold. Visit www.reedmine.com for more information. Cost is $1.50.

5:00 p.m.
ALL YOUTH CENTERS CLOSED.

* THURSDAY, AUGUST 17

8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
TOTS, PRE-TEENS/TWEENS and TATS Centers open.

1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
TWEENS, PRE-TEENS, and TATS — LAZY 5 RANCH
The Lazy 5 Ranch is a privately owned exotic animal drive-thru park that offers a 3.5-mile safari through the gently sloping pasturelands of Piedmont, North Carolina. While visiting at the Lazy 5 Ranch you will have the opportunity to view over 750 animals from six different continents. V isit www.lazyfiveranch.com for more information. The cost is $6.50.

1:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
TWEENS, PRE-TEENS, TATS — DISCOVERY PLACE
Discovery Place is one of the nation’s top hands-on science museums with 300 exhibits for a variety of experiences in science. Visit www.discoveryplace.org for more information. The cost is (ages 3-13) $7, (ages 14 up) $9.