Learn to Swim
Knowing how to swim prevents drowning (溺水) and improves your health, fitness, and safety. To help teach New Yorkers to swim, the New York City Department of Parks & Recreation is offering swimming lessons to children (6 to 17 years old) at our indoor pools.
Cost
Free with an NYC Parks Recreation Center membership. All Learn to Swim participants (参加者), including children and their parents, must be members of the recreation center.
About the Classes
·Your child must be 6 years of age on the first day of class in order to participate in the program. Please make sure to bring a legal document (法律文件) with the date of birth listed for the child on the day of the first class. Documents will be returned after confirmation is completed.
·There are classes at two different times: on Saturdays, and after school from 4:00 p.m.to 5:00 p.m.
·All participants must take a water test on October 30 for the fall session (学期),January 1 for the winter session, and March 29 for the spring session to determine class level. Missing the water test will result in a first absence.
·If a child misses the water test and the first day of class, they will be dropped from the session. Participants who miss two continuous classes will be dropped from the program.
·Level Ⅰ: Children at this level learn basic skills, such as getting into and leaving the water, controlling their breath, moving through the water and what to do in case of an emergency (紧急情况).
·Level Ⅱ: Children at this level learn to swim without assistance. They’ll be able to understand dangerous water conditions and how to help a swimmer in a water emergency.
1. Who can take part in Learn to Swim lessons？| A．All of the teenagers. | B．Members of the recreation center. |
| C．Any student in the New York City. | D．Parents eager to learn swimming. |
| A．Promise not to miss classes. | B．Hand in their school reports. |
| C．Prove their age with formal papers. | D．Do a water test at home. |
| A．Ways to offer help when needed. | B．Competitive spirit. |
| C．The importance of teamwork. | D．The value of appreciation. |
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【推荐1】When the May bank holiday weekend is around the corner, you may be finding yourself thinking of ideas to keep the kids entertained or simply to make the most of the extra day off. Luckily, we’ve got you a guide to some of the top things to do in the UK this weekend.
Climb The O2
The O2 is a multi-purpose indoor arena (体育馆) in London. One of its great attractions is the world-famous roof. You can take an amazing outdoor climb over it. Upon reaching the top, climbers will be rewarded with amazing 360-degree views across the city. You can choose from daytime, sunset or twilight climbs. Reserve your seats before availability as they are limited.
Search for a National Trust site
The National Trust is a charity and membership organization. Although its focus may be different by region (地区), the basic role is to preserve historically significant items and areas of natural beauty. Exploring new National Trust sites can be a fun way to do something different, whether they’re attractive gardens or ancient forests. To give you a helping hand, the National Trust actually has a guide that collects the best events to enjoy in spring.
Explore the soul of Madrid
Madri Excepcional, the Mediterranean-style beer, will serve u the soul of Madrid in London this bank holiday weekend, in celebration of the food, art, and music to be found in both the Spanish and English capitals. London Bridge’s Vinegar Yard will play host to the special event including performances by famous singers, and original artwork that will be a feast for the eyes.
Go and see a West End show
Wanting a trip to London’s West End to catch a show? There are impressive performances on at the moment including Frozen, Mamma Mia! Back to the Future, Come from Away and other musical dramas. Tickets for these great performances have theatre deals and discounts.
1. What should tourists do to visit The O2?| A．Book tickets in advance. | B．Take a guided tour. |
| C．Apply for its membership. | D．Leave the roof at sunset. |
| A．It holds different events at a fixed place. | B．It is a profitable organization. |
| C．It aims to protect natural and cultural heritage. | D．It is famous for its garden and forest scenery. |
| A．They invite famous artists. | B．They offer music performances. |
| C．They give visitors a discount. | D．They serve free snack foods. |
【推荐2】The Vancouver Aquarium is open 365 days a year. Hours of operation are 10am.-5p.m. daily, and-9:30 am.-6 p.m. seasonally/statutory (法令的) holiday weekends. Last ticket sold and entry is 15 minutes prior to (在...之前) closing time. Check our Special Notices below for things that may affect your visit.
Special Notices
| Gallery/Habltat Closures Due to changing weather climate in B.C. throughout the year, the African penguins are closely monitored by animal care staff and may be off display in colder weather. Stanley Park Road Closures Sunday May 3,2025: All roads leading into Stanley Park will be closed from 6:30 a.mt-10:30 a m. for the Vancouver International Marathon. |
Online General Admission Tickets
| ADULT Admission Price $29.00 (includes tax) SENIOR Admission (65+) Price S20.00 (includes tax) YOUTH/STUDENT Admission (13-18) Price $20.00 (includes tax) CHILD Admission (4-12) Price $15.00 (includes tax) |
Visiting Tips
| The Best Time To Visit During winter hours, the quietest time to visit is on weekdays or prior to 12 a.m. or after 2 p.m. During summer hours, the quietest time to visit is prior to 11 a.m. or after 4 p.m. Check the show schedule. Members' Hours Members are able to visit the Aquarium an unlimited number of times during Regular Hours of Operation- 10:00 a.m.-5 p.m. Members’ Early Openings: During non-holiday weekends (Saturday and Sunday),our doors will open for members at 9:30 a.m.-30 minutes before we open to the public. Super Saturdays: On every second Saturday of each month, the Vancouver Aquarium holds Super Saturday for our members. This is an opportunity to visit the Aquarium without line-ups, and instead enjoy quiet galleries and specialty programming. We open our doors at 8:30 a.m. for this special members-only event. Not a member? Join today! |
Contact us!
| Membership Department For more information about memberships and the privileges you receive as a supporter of aquatic conservation, contact our Membership Services Department. Phone: 604-659-3526 |
| Visitor Experience Contact our visitor experience staff for specific questions about your visit or to share your suggestions and ideas. Phone: 604-659-3400 (ask for the duty Manager) |
| External Relations We offer many ways of supporting the Aquarium; our giving opportunities are as diverse and appealing as the aquatic world our donors and sponsors are helping to conserve. Phoee604-659-3473 |
| Volunteer Department Become a part of Canada's leading volunteer marine education team. Contact our Volunteer Services Department for more information about how to register. Phone: 604-659-3478 |
| A．6:00p.m. | B．5:45 p.m. | C．9:00. a.m. | D．9:45 a.m. |
| A．$60 | B．$55 | C．$44 | D．$35 |
| A．go out of the aquarium during lunch time and re-enter for free. |
| B．observe the African penguins on Super Saturdays in winter |
| C．enter the aquarium every Saturday of each month without queuing up |
| D．enter the aquarium at 8:30 during non-holiday weekends |
Now let me introduce to you some of the new film books in our store.
Are you Chinese film fans? OK, here comes the latest 25 New Takes about Chinese films. It is a collection of 25 fresh readings of different Chinese films from the 1930s to the present. In recent years, Chinese films are very popular in the States, such as Crouching Tiger and Hidden Dragon, Hero, and Flowers of Shanghai.
Do you like French films? Well, here is The French Cinema Book. It covers French films from the 1890s to the beginning of the 21st century. It is written for all lovers of French cinema: students and teachers, specialists and fans, and so on.
Maybe you are Indian film fans and star-chasers. Then here is Encyclopedia (百科全书) of Indian Cinema. The book is a complete introduction to all the best Indian films. It also offers a full list of names of the famous and successful film stars in the past ten years. You know, the Indian film industry is the largest in the world after our Hollywood.
If you like British films, we have The British Cinema Book. It is a good review of British cinema. This book contains a good many nice pictures.
In our bookstore, you can also find books about Mexican, Japanese, Australian, German and Italian films.
Well, please help yourselves to some coffee or tea, and have a good time here!
1. The speaker of the passage is most probably _______.
| A．the author of 25 New Takes |
| B．the manager of the cinema bookstore |
| C．a tourist in the cinema bookstore |
| D．a reader of Encyclopedia of Indian Cinema |
| A．Two. | B．Four. | C．Three. | D．Nine. |
| A．Indian cinema is second only to Hollywood. |
| B．The French Cinema Book covers over a century's French films. |
| C．Crouching Tiger and Hidden Dragon is well received in the States. |
| D．The British Cinema Book includes a complete list of names of stars. |
【推荐1】Oil Painting Workshop
August 23, 2018
For ages 15 and up.
Beginners Welcome! Experience not required.
Registration(登记) Deadline—August 9, 2018
● Class Schedule
9:30-10:00 Welcome and Registration
10:00-12:00 Painting Session
12:00-1:00 Lunch
1:00-3:00 Painting Session
3:00 Evaluation and Departure(离开)
● About the Instructor
Judy Moore-Gist, Alexander Certified Instructor and Certified Ross Instructor, is making great efforts to give people of all ages the opportunity to experience William Alexander’s The Magic of Oil Painting and Bob Ross’s The Joy of Painting. Both, William Alexander and Bob Ross, PBS TV hosts, have inspired thousands of first-time painters. Showing the “wet-on-wet” technique encourage people of all ages to pick up a brush and put their dreams on canvas (油画布). Judy will do the same, and you are welcome to take a class and see for yourself. At the end of just one session you will be amazed at the beautiful painting that you create in just a few hours. You will become more aware of beautiful cloud shapes and colors you ignored before. There is nothing more inspiring than seeing a beautiful scenery that you paint and others will treasure forever.
For more information about Judy Moore-Gist, click here.
Cost: $75.00/a person
Prices include all instructor fees, materials, and lunch.
If you wish to pay by check, please print the OilpaintAug.pdf printable registration form and mail it in with payment to: Holiday Lake 4H Educational Center, 1267 4-H Camp Road, Appomattox, VA 24522.
Refund(退款) Policy:
Full Refund: August 9, 2018 Nonrefundable: after August 9, 2018
For more information contact Heather Benninghove at 434-248-5444 or heathern@vt.edu.
1. What should people do to attend the class?| A．Provide a piece of painting. |
| B．Learn something about the instructor. |
| C．Pay for it before August 9, 2018. |
| D．Register for it no later than August 9, 2018. |
| A．Painting experience is needed for people to attend the class. |
| B．The class is intended for people of all ages. |
| C．More information about the instructor is available online. |
| D．You can get a full refund before August 23, 2018. |
| A．On the Internet. | B．On a notice board. |
| C．In a company brochure. | D．In a newspaper. |
【推荐2】Non-Credit Courses
The Pre-College Program offers non-credit courses. Students will experience college-level courses given by some of our college’s leading experts and will receive written feedback (反馈) on their work at the end of the course. Pre-College students will also receive a grade of Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory and a certificate of completion at the conclusion of the program.
All non-credit courses meet from 9:00 a. m.-11:30 a. m. daily and may have additional requirements in the afternoons or evenings.
COURSE: Case Studies in Neuroscience
·June 11— July 2
·Leah Roesch
Using student-centered, active-learning methods and real-world examples, this course is designed to provide a fuller understanding of how the human brain works.
COURSE: Psychology of Creativity
·June 15—June 28
·Marshall Duke
Why are certain people so creative? Is it genetic (遗传的), or a result of childhood experience? Are they different from everyone else? This popular psychology course highlights the different theories of creativity.
COURSE: Creative Storytelling
·June 21 — July 3
·Edith Freni
This college-level course in creative storytelling functions as an introduction to a variety of storytelling techniques that appear in different forms of creative writing, such as short fiction and playwriting.
COURSE: Sports Economics
·July 19 — August 1
·Christina DePasquale
In this course we will analyze many interesting aspects of the sports industry: sports leagues, ticket pricing, salary negotiations, discrimination, and NCAA policies to name a few.
1. Who is the text intended for?| A．The general public. | B．College freshmen. |
| C．Educational experts. | D．High school students. |
| A．Sports Economics. | B．Creative Storytelling. |
| C．Psychology of Creativity. | D．Case Studies in Neuroscience. |
| A．Leah Roesch’s. | B．Edith Freni’s. |
| C．Marshall Duke’s. | D．Christina DePasquale’s. |
【推荐3】A Language Program for Teenagers
Welcome to Teenagers Abroad! We invite you to join us on an amazing journey of language learning.
Our Courses
No matter which course you choose, you will develop your language ability quickly and effectively. Our Standard Course promises eat increase in your confidence in a foreign language with focused teaching in all 4 skill-speaking, listening, reading and writing.
Our Intensive Course builds on our Standard Course, with 10 other lessons besides the required ones per week, guaranteeing the fastest possible language learning.
Evaluation (评价)
Students are placed into classes according to their language skills. Most of them take an online language teat before starting their program. However, if this is available, students sit the exam on the first Monday of their course.
Arrivals and Transfers
Our program offers the full package — students are taken good care of from the start to the end. They are collected from the airport upon rival and brought to their accommodation in comfort. We need the students’ full flight details at least 4 weeks in advance.
Meals Allergies (过敏) Special Dietary Requlrements
Students are provided with breakfast, dinner and either a cooked or packed lunch, which includes a sandwich, a drink and a dessert. We request that you let us know of any allergies or dietary requirements and information about any medicines you take. Depending on the type of allergies or dietary requirements, extra money may be needed for providing special food.
1. How is Intensive Course different from Standard Course?| A．It is a bit less effective. | B．It focuses on reading |
| C．It is a fast learning course. | D．It includes extra lessons. |
| A．Offering students free sightseeing trips. | B．Collecting student’s suitcases in advance. |
| C．Informing students of their full flight details. | D．Looking after students throughout the program. |
| A．Packed lunch. | B．Special diet. | C．Cooked dinner. | D．Mealtime dessert. |
【推荐1】SHARK CONSERVATION IN SOUTH AFRICA
Take a two-week trip that you will never forget as a volunteer with sharks on a beautiful stretch of South Africa’s coastline. Head out to sea to witness one of the world’s most powerful (and most misunderstood) creatures on this inspiring project, enjoying watching them from both above and below water.
The DAY-BY-DAY schedule
Day 1: Arrive in Cape Town on a Sunday. You will be collected from the airport and spend your first night in a guest house in the city centre.
Day 2: You will be collected bright and early from the guest house and taken down to the project. The drive takes about 90 minutes. You will receive a welcome and head out to sea to witness your first sharks!
Day 3+: Most days you will be out on the boat with the sharks, depending on weather. Help out with the full range of tasks on the boats, and in conservation initiatives on land too.
Last day: On the final day of your project you will be taken back to Cape Town for your onward travel.
The price is £829,including the voluntary work programme with accommodations, airport transfers, one night in a guest house in Cape Town, breakfasts daily and lunches when on the boats. Your trip can be extended at a cost of £ 375 per week.
It is an amazing experience! Some volunteers planned to stay for 4 weeks, extended to 6 weeks and still didn’t want to come home. If you’d like to chat about this holiday or need help, we’re very happy to help.
Call us at 01273 823 700.
Email us at rosy@responsibletravel.com.
1. When will you really begin your shark watching trip?| A．On a Friday. | B．On a Saturday. |
| C．On a Sunday. | D．On a Monday. |
| A．Sail on the ocean. |
| B．Return to Cape Town. |
| C．Buy some souvenirs. |
| D．Dive with sharks. |
| A．£ 375. | B．£ 750. | C．£ 829. | D．£ 1,204. |
【推荐2】Four Wilderness First Aid Books You Should Read
Mountaineering: Essential Skills for Hikers and Climbers
Author: Alun Richardson
Price: $ 13.59
The book not only contains information about wilderness first aid but also attempts to teach you safety and survival skills from hiking basics to winter adventure planning. It stands out because of its detailed visual (视觉的) diagrams that explain the right and wrong ways to use different techniques.
Mountaineering: Freedom of the Hills
Author: The Mountaineers
Price: $21.99
In its 9th edition, the book has become a gold standard for anyone planning to spend significant time in the backcountry. Written by climbers for climbers, this book has everything you need to know to stay safer, from basic first aid to staying safe in avalanche terrain (雪崩地形).
Wilderness Medicine : Beyond First Aid
Author: William M Forgey
Price: $12.79
The book does a great job of breaking down how to survey, evaluate and stabilize your patient or situation, manage the person’s physical symptoms (症状), and know what questions to ask. It covers a wider range of possible injuries and treatment options than some other wilderness first aid books. Besides, it is easy to read and understand.
Medicine for Mountaineering and Other Wilderness Activities
Author: James Wilkerson
Price: $ 32.95
This book is for you if you are someone with a background in medicine. The text is written assuming you have prior medical knowledge. Many doctors and nurses like this book because they can practise basic medical diagnosis (诊断) regularly by recognizing the symptoms of medical emergencies in this book.
1. What’s the price of the book written by climbers?| A．$32.95. | B．$21.99. | C．$13.59. | D．$12.79. |
| A．The steps to judge the condition of patients. |
| B．The advice on how to plan winter adventures. |
| C．Visual diagrams showing treatment options. |
| D．The ways to practise confusing medical diagnosis. |
| A．Mountaineering: Freedom of the Hills. |
| B．Wilderness Medicine : Beyond First Aid. |
| C．Mountaineering: Essential Skills for Hikers and Climbers. |
| D．Medicine for Mountaineering and Other Wilderness Activities. |
【推荐3】Kings Camps
About Our CampsKings Camps is part of the Kings Active Foundation and is devoted to helping young people reach their potential. We provide sports camps and summer camps at over 40 places across the UK for children aged 4-17. We bring together the very best parts of sports and holiday clubs to provide friendship, fun and exciting adventures for young people from the UK and around the world.
Why Choose Kings Camps※Creative, inspiring camps: We have a strong belief that sport has an important role to play in a happy childhood and our not-for-money state enables us to provide some places and invest in new and creative ways to inspire.
※Learn important life skills: Kings Camps prepare children with important life skills and an understanding that being active is important to health and well-being.
※International students are welcome: We welcome children from outside of the UK who will make friends here by communicating with kids from different backgrounds, but we do require that they at least understand English to make sure of their safety and that of others, and of course their enjoyment.
CommentsRyan has enjoyed every part. When we’ve asked about his day, he’s said it was “amazing and fantastic”. All the staff are extremely friendly, enthusiastic and have a true belief in what they are doing.
— Tracy Lee
Fantastic & friendly staff! It’s an action-packed week of multiple sports. My sweetheart made new friends, overcame swimming fears & came away more confident too! I cannot recommend it enough!
— Kay Court
1. What does Kings Camps aim to do?| A．Mix sports and holiday clubs. |
| B．Get kids to play outdoors. |
| C．Provide adventurous and challenging camps. |
| D．Encourage kids to develop their potential. |
| A．Awareness of safety. |
| B．Love for media. |
| C．Basic English ability. |
| D．Good communicating skills. |
| A．Parents. | B．Teachers. | C．Campers. | D．Staff. |
