City Manager's Message

As the days become longer and we head into spring, staff at the Bell Tower Regional Community Center are eager to assist with class registration for new and unique classes and, believe it or not, Early Bird registration for Summer Camps. I hope you’ve had a chance to peruse the variety of classes and workshops in the latest issue of our Community Living Magazine. In it, you’ll find our new Kids and Tween Yoga, teaching participants lifelong skills such as relaxation, stress management, socialization, and confidence. Archery has gained popularity in recent months; we will be offering an instructional skills class starting this month for children ages 8-13. Ageless Ballet, ABCs with Tiny Tots, Hula Dancing, Princess Ballet, Tap, Jazz & Ballet, Hip Hop Tumble, Jedi Hip Hop, Karate, Little Ninjas and Toddler & Parent Yoga also begin this month.  We hope to see you at one of the many programs for all ages offered here by the City of Rancho Santa Margarita.

Sincerely,


Jennifer M. Cervantez

ZeroTrash RSM 

Saturday, March 4^th is the next ZeroTrash "First Saturday" event; volunteers meet in the courtyard in front of Cinepolis at 10:00 a.m. to help beautify our city! ZeroTrash RSM is an all volunteer community organization dedicated to ridding city streets and wilderness areas of trash, reducing waste, supporting local businesses, and taking personal responsibility for our community and the environment!

"Like" ZeroTrash RSM on Facebook for more information.

Crime Prevention - Outsmarting "Porch Pirates"

• If your employer allows it, have packages delivered to your office.
• Request that the shipper hold your package at its pick-up facility so you can pick it up in person at your convenience.
• Have packages delivered to a place where they can be received in person, such as the home of a trusted neighbor, who stays home during the day, or a retired relative.
• If purchasing something from a large retailer, request your package be delivered to a local branch of the store so you can pick it up in person.
• Request a specific delivery date and time from the shipper when you know you will be home.
• Provide delivery instructions to the shipper so that packages can be left at a safe location at your home that is out of sight from the street.
• Sign up for delivery alerts (text messages or e-mails) from the shipper, then call a trusted neighbor when the packages are delivered, and ask them to take the packages inside for safekeeping until you get home.
• Request that the shipper require a signature confirmation upon delivery. This will prevent your package from being left at an unattended home.
• Take advantage of secure delivery options offered by vendors such as Amazon Lockers, UPS Access Point, and Package Guard.

RSM Cares 

RSM Cares seeks to enrich the quality of life for residents of Rancho Santa Margarita by inspiring local philanthropy, engaging stakeholders in community service and embracing the local nonprofit network through collaborative partnerships. Visit their website for more information on events and volunteer opportunities.

March Recreation Highlights

Spring class registration is now open! Check out our  Summer Camp Preview online and in the Spring edition of the Community Living Magazine.

Summer Camp registration starts Monday, April 3^rd. 
 
ABCs with Toddlers
$100/ month
 
Is your child ready for more social interaction but not ready for preschool?  ABCs with Toddlers will introduce you and your child to a taste of ABCs with Tiny Tots with loving and experienced teachers participating alongside and guiding you as your child explores art, music, story time, play and much more in preparation for the next step with confidence.  Parent participation required. Older siblings who are not enrolled in ABCs with Tiny Tots may attend for an additional $5 to be paid per class cash only, adult supervision provided by staff in adjoining room.  Older siblings who are enrolled in ABCs with Tiny Tots may attend toddler class no charge.  Ages: 2-3 yrs.  No Class: 4/11 & 4/13
 
Instructor:  SoCal Tiny Tots
 
110772 01     T,Th       Mar 28 - Apr 27      10 - 10:45 am
110772 02     T,Th       Mar 28 - Apr 27      11 - 11:45 am
110772 03     T,Th       May 2 - May 25      10 - 10:45 am
110772 04     T,Th       May 2 - May 25      11 - 11:45 am
 
Hip Hop Tumble
$99/ 7 Classes
 
In this fun, energetic class, dancers learn beginning jazz, hip hop and basic tumbling that are incorporated into dance combinations. A small performance is held at last class. Suitable for boys and girls. Sneakers or dance shoes required. Optional dance recital in June available to those signed up in both sessions of Hip Hop Tumble. Nominal costume fee applies. Ages: 3-6 yrs.  No Class: 4/12
 
Instructor:  OC Dance Productions
 
120419 01     W          Mar 1 - Apr 19        5:10 - 5:55 pm
120419 02     W          Apr 26 - Jun 7         5:10 - 5:55 pm
 
Archery Champs
$150/ 8 Classes
 
Archery Champs provides a fun and exciting opportunity to try a unique sport under the supervision of qualified and talented instructors.  Each week you will learn a new archery skill and play a fun game that will challenge and test your archery skills! Ages: 8-13 yrs.
No Class: 4/11
 
Instructor:  Archery Champs
 
120827 01     T             Mar 21 - May 16                 4 - 5:30 pm
 
Ageless Ballet
$63/ 6 Classes
 
Ageless Ballet is a dance program developed with the mature adult in mind. We believe that we never outgrow our love for movement and joy that brings the mind, body, and soul. Our approach reduces the impact on the joints & helps participants increase strength, flexibility, and mobility in a judgment-free class. Ages: 50 yrs. & up.
 
Instructor:  West Coast Movement
 
140244 02     M          Mar 6 - Apr 10        8:45 - 9:45 am
140244 03     M          Apr 17 - May 22     8:45 - 9:45 am

Click here to access our online class registration system.