solonohio.org RECREATION BEGINNER SKATING LESSONS GRADES K - 5 This class is for all youngsters, Kindergarten through fifth graders, who want to learn how to roller-skate or roller-blade. The Chagrin Valley Roller Rink offers this 6-week program. The first five lessons are instructional and the sixth lesson is fun time skating and a chance for the students to show their family and friends what they have learned. Rental skates are included in the fee for this class. Call CVRR with any questions at 440.247.4224. Lessons will be canceled if Kenston, Solon, Aurora, or Orange schools are canceled due to weather. SESSION DATES TIME Wednesdays SESSION 3 1/7 – 2/11 4:30 – 5:15 PM SESSION 4 2/18 – 4/1 4:30 – 5:15 PM SESSION 5 4/8 – 513 4:30 – 5:15 PM NO CLASS | 3/25 FEE | $60 per child, per session LOCATION | Chagrin Valley Roller Rink REGISTRATION | Now until one week prior to the start of the session. AFTERSCHOOL CHESS CLUB GRADES K - 6 Solon Recreation and Progress with Chess is pleased to offer the exciting opportunity to learn and play the game of chess. No previous experience is necessary - students start at their own level. Instruction will be provided by Progress with Chess, a local nonprofit organization with chess programs in over 70 area schools and recreation centers. Chess improves higher-level thinking skills such as memory, concentration, pattern recognition, and provides many opportunities for positive social interaction. Sessions will include interactive lessons and structured open play in a supportive environment. Come join the fun! REGISTRATION | Convenient online registration at progresswithchess.org DATES | 1/9 - 3/13 TIME | 4:30 – 5:30 PM LOCATION | Solon Community Center Youth Programs PRESIDENT’S DAY CHESS TOURNAMENT GRADES K – 12 Join us this Presidents Day for the Presidential Pawn Storm, an exciting K-12 chess tournament hosted by Progress with Chess! Open to students of all skill levels, this tournament promises a day of strategic fun, competition, and learning. Participants will have the chance to test their chess abilities against peers, sharpen their critical thinking, and enjoy the thrill of the game in a welcoming environment. Trophies will be awarded to top players across various groups. Do not miss this chance to storm the board and show your chess mastery! REGISTRATION | Convenient online registration at Progress With Chess.org DATE | 2/16 TIME | 9:30 AM – 3:00 PM LOCATION | Solon Community Center THE SOLON YAM SLAM CHESS TOURNAMENT GRADES K – 12 Progress With Chess and the Solon Recreation Department are proud to present The Solon Yam Slam. Join us for this day after Thanksgiving Progress with Chess Tournament. This exciting, K-12 chess tournament, hosted by Progress with Chess, is open to students of all skill levels. This tournament promises a day of strategic fun, competition, and learning. Participants will have the chance to test their chess abilities against peers, sharpen their critical thinking, and enjoy the thrill of the game in a welcoming environment. Trophies will be awarded to all players scoring three or higher and medals will be given to all participants. For questions, contact Michael Joelson at 216-321- 7000 | [email protected] or Eliot Sernau at 914-434-2557 | [email protected]. REGISTRATION | Online registration ONLY at Progress With Chess.org DATE | 11/28 TIME | 10:00AM – 3:30PM LOCATION | Solon Community Center