“Michael Amante Appearing at The Italian Center
             on Saturday, October 11, 2008”

We are pleased to announce that Michael Amante, world-renown recording artist, will provide the evening’s entertainment at this year’s Columbus Day weekend gala. 

Mr. Amante is considered one of the most versatile and gifted performers able to sing in a variety of languages.  He also regularly records and performs in a vast array of styles including Classical, Opera, Italian Art, Pop/Rock, Gospel and Broadway with a flair, finesse and finely crafted artistry that puts this virtuoso vocalist firmly in his own class.  Singing since the tender age of five, he is gifted with a greater than four-octave range. 

Amante has performed for countless dignitaries including former US presidents Gerald Ford, George W. Bush and Bill Clinton, the late Pope John Paul II, UN Secretary –General Kofi Annan and other ambassadors.  Luciano Pavarotti suggested that Michael Amante sing for one of his own engagements.  He has performed in Las Vegas, Atlantic City and Connecticut’s Foxwoods and Mohegan Sun Casinos.  He has released several CDs, made many television appearances and he has performed at major entertainment venues throughout the world.

Since there will be a limited number of seats for this event we encourage you to make your reservations as soon as possible.  Italian Center members can make reservations beginning May 5^th through the front office.  You can either pay in person or call with a credit card over the phone.  Reservations will be open to the general public starting on July 1st.

Date:   Saturday, October 11, 2008               Cocktails:  6:30pm – 7:30pm
Place:  Wisteria Room at Italian Center          Dinner:      7:30pm – 9:00pm
Cost:    $130 per Person                                 Show:       9:00pm – 10:30pm

We hope you can join us for the signature event as we kick off our year-long 100^th year anniversary celebration of the Italian Center of Stamford.  A portion of the proceeds will go towards future cultural activities at the center.
 

FACILITY HOLIDAY HOURS
MONDAY, MAY 26, MEMORIAL DAY
FRI., JULY 4 , INDEPENDENCE DAY
 8:00AM-6:00PM

IC CORPORATE PICNICS    
Did you know the IC has steadily become the foremost facility for corporate picnics?  Guests enjoy exclusive use of our picnic grounds
including our 60 ft. x 130 ft. tent with
the finest in food services capable of serving 50 to 1200 guests. For more information and available dates for this season, please call our Banquet Department at 203-322-6950.

Swim Lessons & Programs
Laurie Houseknecht, Athletic Director

GROUP SWIM LESSONS: MEMBERS ONLY FOR SUMMER SESSIONS

Fee: $240 per session

WEEKDAY SESSIONS I & II:
Registration June 18, 3:30-5:00pm, indoor pool.
Session I – June 23 – July 3
Session II – July 7 – July 18

WEEKDAY SESSIONS III & IV:
Registration July 16, 3:30-5:00pm, indoor pool.
Session III:  July 21 – August 1
Session IV:  August 4 – August 15

New swimmers must bring swimsuit, non-swimmers do not need to be tested.  Classes held five day a week, Monday through Friday, rain or shine.  No makeup classes available.

Class schedules located in flyer racks by indoor check-in or on the web.  Lessons must be paid upon registration.  Children accepted on a first-come, first-serve basis.  No late registrations.

GYM & POOL SCHEDULE & ACTIVITY FLYERS for all programs can be found in the rack by check-in.  Detailed information for all programs is also available on our website italiancenter.org

PRIVATE & SEMI-PRIVATE SWIM & DIVE LESSONS
Members Only: $45 per half-hour lesson or 5 lessons for $190
$65 per semi-private half-hour lesson or 5 lessons for $285
This ongoing program is available to all ages and ability levels.  Whether you swim for fitness or just for fun, you can improve your technique and efficiency through an analysis and correction of your stroke.  Call Laurie Houseknecht to make arrangements.

2008 ORCAS SWIM TEAM
Congratulations to the Orcas Swim Team for their great success in the USA meets this past winter!  The team will compete in the Connecticut Summer Swim League and USA meets this summer season.

 

 

 

PRE-ORCAS (10 & UNDER)
Pre-Orcas is designed for the younger swimmer who has progressed through the IC’s instruction program and learned the four basic strokes.  The program is ideal for those swimmers who wish to prepare for team or competitive swimming and entry into the IC Orcas Swim Team Program.  Children must be able to swim 25 yds. or one length of freestyle, backstroke, and some breaststroke.
*Practice schedules located near indoor pool or call Head Coach, Ausra McKenna, 322-6941 ext. 124.

WATER AEROBICS
Continuing to lead our fun water program is Lisa Capone!  A great compliment to any workout routine.  Water aerobics is a low impact, non weight bearing exercise routine that allows you a great cardio work-out without stress on your joints.  Classes meet Tuesdays and Thursdays from 8:000am-9:00am from June 17 through July 24.

INDOOR POOL & SPA
MAINTENANCE SCHEDULE

Now – June 13
Indoor pool/spa closed for cleaning:
      Mon                  Tues-Fri              Sat/Sun
7:00pm-8:30pm   11:15am-12:15pm  5:00pm

June 14 – Aug. 24
Indoor pool/spa closed for cleaning:
       Mon-Fri                  Sat/Sun
 4:00pm-5:30pm             5:00pm

MINIATURE GOLF
Weather permitting, the miniature golf course will be open seven days a week with an IC staff person on site.  There is no fee to our members.  Children ages 3-8 must be with an adult to use the course.

                Hours of operation:
               May 24 – June 13
Sat & Sun only        12:00pm-5:30pm
Mon-Fri only      3:00pm-6:00pm

               June 14 – August 17
Daily             12:00pm-7:00pm       

                Aug. 18 – Sept. 1
Sat & Sun                  12:00pm-5:30pm
Mon-Fri                       3:00pm-6:00pm
 

2008 SUMMER OUTDOOR POOL SCHEDULE

TENNIS INFORMATION
♦  Rear tennis courts are open from 8:00am to 9:00pm on weekdays and 8:00am to 6:00pm on weekends.  Reservations must be made and membership cards presented at check-in.

♦  Front tennis courts will be ready for play (weather permitting) by May 3.  Hours of operation:
8:00am-8:00pm weekdays & weekends

SPRING/SUMMER REGISTRATION
6 week Spring Adult and Junior tennis clinics begin May 12.  Call Head Pro, Marc Lupinacci, at 329-2009 or mlup49@aol.com to register until Memorial Day.  After Memorial Day you can reach Marc in the pro shop at 329-9209.  We offer private lessons every day of the week and on-site stringing services as well as all the new Wilson tennis racquets.  Our popular cardio tennis is now being offered 2 evenings per week and Saturday mornings.  You do not need to know how to play tennis to get the benefits of Cardio Tennis!  Summer Adult and Junior clinics begin Monday, June 23^rd.  Our popular morning Junior tennis camps start June 16^th and run in one week sessions.  All information for clinics, Cardio Tennis and Junior tennis camp is also available on our website at www.italiancenter.org

DAY CAMP AT THE IC
The Day Camp is still accepting applications for the 2008 camp season. However, a number of groups and programs have limited openings.  If you are interested in enrolling a camper, contact Day Camp Director, Karyn Wahnowksy at daycamp@italiancenter.org to check on availability.

BABYSITTING
Extended hours to 2:30pm.
Babysitting service is located in the tennis building and is available for children of members who remain on the grounds to utilize the facilities.  The hours of operation are Monday-Friday, 9:00am-2:30pm.  Pre-paid cards must be purchased before you drop off for babysitting.  Cards are available at the front office in the main building.  Payment is accepted via check or cash.Participants must call 24 hours in advance to sign-up.  Reservations are taken at the indoor check-in.  Please call 322-6941 ex. 121.

OUTDOOR CHECK-IN
STATION, GUEST FEES & POLICY
On Sat., June 14 the outdoor station (north parking lot gate) will be open for the summer season.  The indoor check-in will still be available.  All eligible Center members must present their membership cards to enter the IC facilities.  Starting May 24 through Labor Day, daily guest fees will be $15 per guest, on a cash-basis only at the time of visit.  Children under age five do no pay a fee but are included
as a guest.  Note, only two guests per
family allowed at any one time.  There is a limit of 12 guests per family per year.

KIDDIE CAMP
The 2^nd session has limited spaces for children ages 3-6.  The kiddie camp is a partial –day program, held from
 9:00am to 1:00pm.

ITALIAN CENTER MEN’S CLUB
The ICMC still has openings available for new members.  To find out what benefits the Men’s Club has
to offer, contact Pat Russo or any of the Club officers at 322-8036.  Every Tuesday night is “Supper Night”
from 6:00 to 9:00pm.  Prospective members are welcome to stop in.  A club officer will show you around
and introduce you to the members.  A delicious menu is available if you would like to have supper with us.