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August 11, 20180

2018 August 7 Newsletter

News from the Beach

August 7, 2018

Summer breeze

The summer isn’t over yet! There is still time to schedule any classes your child hasn’t tried out yet, still frienships to be made, new skills to learn…summer adventures await! If you’re just joining us this week, we are so excited to see you! Don’t forget we have free swim twice a day, check out the KBIA store, join our family bonfire night on Wednesday, and either participate in or cheer on the annual Reid Sacco Family Regatta this Saturday. Let’s make the most of the last two weeks of summer at KBIA!

KBIA Swim Meet

This Friday!

On Friday, August 10th, KBIA is hosting a swim meet from 6 to 8 PM at the KBIA pool. Only the KBIA swim team will be competing and we will be dividing ourselves into four teams. If your child has participated in swim team at any point this summer, they are eligible to participate in the swim meet. If your child has not participated in swim team but would still like to participate in the meet, you must ask Anu’s permission and your child must prove they can swim one full length of the pool.

Please see Anu at the pool before Friday to let her know if you would like your child to participate in the swim meet and what events they are comfortable swimming. Your child may also speak with Anu on their own. We also love spectators, so come cheer on your friends!!

Reid Sacco Family Regatta

This Saturday

Join us this Saturday, August 11, for the ninth annual Reid Sacco Family Regatta at KBIA. The regatta honors a longtime student and instructor of KBIA who passed away at the age of 20 of sarcoma, in 2005. We always have a blast out on the water as we remember Reid and sail in support of others fighting sarcoma. We hope to see you there!

10 AM Skipper Meeting

10:30 AM Start

For more information, visit the Reid Sacco Foundation (www.cancerinyoungadults.org/about-the-alliance/).

KBIA Store Sale

Come on in!

We hope to see you at the KBIA store this week – all purchases of $50 or more will get 15% off — but only until this Friday! This is a great opportunity to stock up on your KBIA momentos, shirts, tumblers, mugs, beach blankets, hats, burlap bags, etc…hurry in!

The store is located at Strong Cottage and open during office hours Monday to Friday 9 AM to 4 PM (closed for lunch between 12 to 1 PM).

Extend the gift of “summer”

KBIA is truely a unique experience, offering children the opportunity to pick and choose classes, tailoring to their specific interests. We are proud to run such an extensive variety of programs year after year – from surfing, sailing, kayaking, to reading, drama, pottery, to swim team, golfing, tennis, woodworking…and so much more…there is something for everyone. We owe these fantastic summers at KBIA to the generosity of members and donors.

Please help us keep the spirit of summer alive for children who are unable to attend KBIA without assistance. For every $500 donated to the KBIA scholarship fund, we are able to invite a child to attend KBIA for a four week scholarship! The impact of a summer spent swimming, sailing, and just “being a kid” has a lasting impression. All donations — large, small and/or online are greatly appreciated.

Membership Directory due out this fall

Our annual Membership Directory, due out in late September, makes it easy to stay in touch with your KBIA friends and family throughout the year. Our annual publication lists our trophy winners as well as the 2018 list of KBIA staff and families’ names, addresses, e-mails and phone numbers. In order for it to be as accurate as possible, please make sure the office has your latest contact information. And if you haven’t joined yet for 2018, you have until September 1st!

Season finale: August BBQ & Awards

Saturday, August 18

Join us at KBIA this Saturday, August 18, for the second and final barbecue and awards ceremony. Just like our July event, our August BBQ and Awards Ceremony will kick off with assorted watersports in the pool for various ages:

8:30 to 9:00 AM: 3- 4 year olds

9:00 to 9:30 AM: 5- 6 year olds

9:30 to 10:00 AM: 7- 8 year olds

10:00 to 10:30 AM: 9 and older

10:30 to 11:00 AM: Free swim for all ages

At 11 AM, we will begin the awards portion of the day, handing out various KBIA “wedges” and traditional KBIA honors.

The awards will be followed by a BBQ of hot dogs, veggie burgers, hamburgers, chips, potato salad, and cake!

Cost is $6.

At 1:30 PM, we will hold our annual Membership Meeting under the white tent. All KBIA members are invited for an opportunity to share thoughts on the season, air ideas for next summer, and ask questions of the Board and/or Executive Director. If you are unable to attend, and would like to send suggestions, please e-mail Martin Lodish. We hope to see you there!

This week at KBIA

MONDAY MOVIE NIGHT: “Moana,” Rated PG, 7 to 9 PM, $8. (Ages 7-12)

MEGA AWESOME TWEEN/TEEN COMBO TUESDAY NIGHT: Pool Party/Laser Tag/Cookout. 6 to 9 PM, $28. (Ages 11+)

WEDNESDAY MOVIE NIGHT: “Hercules” Rated G, 7 to 9 PM $8. (Ages 4-10)

*Please preregister for all the above events at the office so we may accurately plan for transportation and/or admission fees.

**Registration for movie night is limited to 50 children, and registration for movie night at the office closes at 4PM the day of the movie or when we reach capacity. Please be advised we almost always reach capacity!

OPEN KAYAK & SAIL:

Saturday, August 11…11:30 to 1 PM (Open KAYAK ONLY today due to regatta)

Sunday, August 12…10 AM to 2:30 PM

*Open to members, bring a life jacket and closed toe shoes.

www.kbia.net

(207) 967-2180

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August 11, 20180

2018 July 31 Newsletter

News from the Beach

July 31, 2018

All smiles for summer fun

We love all parts of summer, but when August rolls in we really hit our stride here at KBIA. Now in Week 6, we have so many activities coming up to look forward to, including sailing races, swim meets, beach bonfires & movie nights, tween/teen night excursions, open sail/kayak weekends. We are having more fun than ever and we hope you will join us. It’s not too late to sign up for classes in August …come visit the office and we can help you with schedules. Let’s really make this a summer to remember!

Extra Fun This Week

Extended Campfire Beach BBQ

This Wednesday night, August 1, we will keep the fire on the beach going through movie night to give the adults a chance to hang out, share apps, and enjoy the night.

Family Open Swim

Join us for our second open swim for families on Saturday, August 4th, 12 to 2 PM. All ages are welcome to jump in for a splashing good time, and perhaps have an ice cream or two!

Remembering Reid

Sailors and spectators alike are invited to KBIA’s eighth annual Reid Sacco Family Regatta on Saturday, August 11th. The day starts with a skipper meeting at 10 AM, followed by sailing at 10:30 AM. Interested participants should register in the office to reserve a KBIA boat or bring their own boat to launch between 285 and 292 Beach Avenue. Due to the shallow nature of the cove, even at high tide, sailors should use an Opti, Laser, Taz or Chickadee watercraft.

A $10 suggested donation per sailor will benefit the Reid Sacco Foundation. The regatta honors a longtime KBIA student and instructor who died of sarcoma at age 20 in 2005. For information on the Reid Sacco Foundation, visit www.cancerinyoungadults.org/about-the-alliance/.

Family Sail

Sail the ocean blue

Have you ever wanted to sail the clear blue waters in your very own boat with your family? We offer that! Set sail on our 19-foot boat with an instructor and a family of up to four for a guided trip on weekends, when tides cooperate. We can schedule your trip at your convenience, for the length of time of your choosing.

1.5 hours …… $150

2 hours ……… $165

2.5 hours …… $180

3 hours ……… $195

Please inquire at the office for a trip to remember!

Getting in and out safely at KBIA

Please help us keep KBIA safe for everyone! Our pick-up/drop-off zone is designed for a quick in-and-out, and it is imperative that drivers stay with their vehicles at all times. In case of emergency, this is the only way in for response vehicles. Kennebunk police have and will continue to ticket. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us move traffic along in that busy section!

This Week at KBIA

MONDAY MOVIE NIGHT: “Coco,” Rated PG, 7 to 9 PM, $8. (Ages 7-12)

TUESDAY TWEEN NIGHT: Funtown USA. Tickets and some spending money included, may want extra money, 6 to 9 PM. $28. (Ages 11+) ***FULL***

WEDNESDAY MOVIE NIGHT: “The Lion King,” Rated G, 7 to 9 PM, $8. (Ages 4-10)

THURSDAY TEEN NIGHT: Funtown USA. Tickets and some spending money included, may want extra money, 6 to 9 PM. $28. (Ages 13+)***FULL***

*Please preregister for all the above events at the office so we may accurately plan for transportation and/or admission fees.

**Registration for movie night is limited to 50 children, and registration for movie night at the office closes at 4PM the day of the movie or when we reach capacity. Please be advised we almost always reach capacity!

FAMILY COVE WALK:

Saturday, August 4… 12 to 2 PM

Cost is $11 per family. Open to the public. Please register at the office prior to the walk.

www.kbia.net

(207) 967-2180

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August 11, 20180

2018 July 23 Newsletter

News from the Beach

July 23, 2018

KBIA Summer Traditions

Nothing beats a mid-summer celebration! On Saturday, we started the day off with our July Watersports, Awards & BBQ. Our most important and meaningful tradition is giving out ribbons and wedges to many smiling and encouraged children. Wrapping up a fun-filled day, the adults of KBIA gathered by the cove for our annual Seaside Celebration. The second half of the summer season looks to be as exciting as the first, including the Reid Sacco Family Regatta, family open swim, cove walks, weekend sailing & kayaking, movie nights, and so much more!

July Award Winners

Forever a part of KBIA history

We have many children here who excel in their areas of special interest, and we honored them at Saturday’s awards ceremony with KBIA “wedges.” For children we saw go “above and beyond,” we awarded the traditional silver-ware that has a permanent home in our office. Their names will be engraved, forever a part of our KBIA history. This year’s July award-winners include:

Sterling Best for the Feldman Art Award
Gracian Burr for the Sisters Gerald & Vincent Art Award
Sterling Best for the Keeper of the Cove Award
Joey Birdsall for the Eagle Rock Yacht Club Friendship Cup
Colin Blais for the Griswald Cup Award for tennis staff
Chloe Rayer for the Cornelia C. Smith Swimming Award for staff

*All KBIA children receive participant ribbons. If you did not pick them up after the awards, and would like to do so, please check the office. We also have a number of “wedges,” or plaques for our award-winners not present on Saturday!

Seaside Celebration

And celebrate we did

Our eleventh annual Seaside Celebration did not disappoint. A night overlooking the gorgeous cove, full of friends, libations, and delicous food, made for a fantastic way to celebrate the special community that we are so fortunate to be a part of. Thank you to all participants of the silent auction – winners of the pool party, bonfire BBQ, and parking spot will be contacted by office staff. Donations to the KBIA scholarship fund are gratefully accepted and appreciated.

Volunteer Board

Get involved!

The KBIA Board of Directors is a purely volunteer run organization. The Board is always looking for people who are interested in becoming more involved, whether by working on a committee or by sitting on the Board itself. Please contact the office (who will forward your interest along to the appropriate committee of the Board), if you would like to nominate yourself or someone else, join a committee, or simply want to learn more about the different opportunities available.

Sailing for a great cause

Ninth Annual Reid Sacco Family Regatta

Honoring a longtime KBIA student and instructor who lost his battle with sarcoma at the young age of 20 in 2005, the Reid Sacco Family Regatta holds a special place in our hearts. Sailors and spectators alike are invited to the ninth annual Reid Sacco Family Regatta hosted by KBIA on Saturday, August 11th. The day starts at 10 AM with a skipper meeting, followed by sailing at 10:30 AM. Interested participants should register in the office to reserve a KBIA boat or bring their own boat to launch between 285 and 292 Beach Avenue. Due to the shallow nature of the cove, even at high tide, sailors should use an Opti, Laser, or Chickadee watercraft.

A $10 suggested donation per sailor will benefit the Reid Sacco Foundation. For information on the Reid Sacco Foundation, visit www.cancerinyoungadults.org/about-the-alliance/.

Nicole’s 5K Run / Ellie’s Walk

Saturday, July 28

Love the KBIA ‘A Day at the Beach’ Road Race and want to run again for another great cause? Nicole’s 5K Run & Ellie’s Walk will be held on Saturday, July 28th at Lord’s Point, Kennebunk Beach. The USATF certified race runs along Kennebunk’s gorgeous beaches, the same course as the KBIA road race. Nicole’s Run benefits Caring Unlimited, York County’s Domestic Violence Resource Center.

6:45 AM Race-day registration begins

8:30 AM 1K Kids Fun Run

9:00 AM 5K Run/Walk

Entry Fees:

$25 5K

$15 Kids Fun Run

For more information and to register visit: nicolesrun.org

This Week at KBIA

MONDAY NIGHT MOVIE: “SING,” Rated PG, 7 to 9 PM, $8. (Ages 7-12)

TUESDAY TWEEN NIGHT: Portland Sea Dogs baseball game. Tickets and some spending money included, may want extra money. 6 to 9 PM. $28. (Ages 11-12) ***FULL*** (check with the office for wait list)

WEDNESDAY MOVIE NIGHT: “Toy Story 3,” Rated G, 7 to 9 PM, $8. (Ages 4-10)

THURSDAY TEEN NIGHT: A trip to Palace Playground / Old Orchard Beach, some spending money provided but may want to bring more. 6 to 9 PM. $28. (Ages 13+) ***FULL***

*Please preregister for all the above events at the office so we may accurately plan for transportation and/or admission fees.

**Registration for movie night is limited to 50 children, and registration for movie night at the office closes at 4PM the day of the movie or when we reach capacity. Please be advised we almost always reach capacity!

OPEN SAIL/KAYAK:

Saturday, July 28…11 AM to 2:30 PM.

Sunday, July 29…..11 AM to 3 PM.

Open & free to members, bring your own PDF and closed-toe water shoes.

Please visit our website at www.kbia.net.

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July 17, 20180

2018 July 17 Newsletter

News from the Beach

July 17, 2018

KBIA Adventures Await

With over 50 classes to choose from, it’s almost like a choose your own adventure book each week! Classes do fill up fast, but there is still time to register. Sign up for an activity that opens your child to a new perspective, a new skill, a new friend. Swimming, surfing, tennis…sailing, woodworking, nature…stand up paddle boarding, painting, drama…there is something for everyone. With so many to choose from, we encourage you to come visit our office if you need assistance. Office hours are Monday 8 AM to 5 PM, Tuesday to Friday 9 AM to 12 PM and 1 to 4 PM. See you at the beach!

July Watersports, BBQ, Awards

Saturday, July 21

Please join us at KBIA Saturday, July 21, for the first of our two annual barbecue and awards ceremonies. The July BBQ and Awards Ceremony will kick off with assorted watersports in the pool for various ages:

8:30 to 9:00 AM: 3- 4 year olds

9:00 to 9:30 AM: 5- 6 year olds

9:30 to 10:00 AM: 7- 8 year olds

10:00 to 10:30 AM: 9 and older

10:30 to 11:00 AM: Free swim for all ages

At 11 AM, we will begin the awards portion of the day, handing out various KBIA “wedges” and traditional KBIA honors.

The awards will be followed by a BBQ of hot dogs, veggie burgers, hamburgers, chips, potato salad, and cake!

Celebrate by the Seaside

Saturday, July 21

Join us this Saturday, from 6 to 8 PM, on the KBIA lawn for our eleventh annual Seaside Celebration. This night unites the “older” members of this KBIA community (21 and older, please), and gives us a chance to catch up and enjoy the beautiful setting by the cove. All are welcome, so invite your friends and family, partake in some cocktails and hors d’oeuvres, and have a good time!

Auction items available to bid on at the Seaside include:

1) One parking space for the 2019 season — convenient to your favorite summer enrichment program and one of the best beaches around!

2) Pool party at the KBIA pool for up to 20 swimmers for before the end of the 2019 season.

3) A private hot dog roast and s’mores on the beach for up to 10 — sit back and enjoy as KBIA staff provides the food and fun!

4) A beautiful floral display arranged by Fleurant

We also will be accepting donations for our scholarships. These scholarships go to local children so they can attend KBIA for a fulfilling summer they otherwise would not have the chance to attend.

If you would like to bid on any auction item but cannot attend the Seaside, please contact Martin Lodish.

It’s not too late to RSVP to [email protected] or call 967-2180, please come celebrate summer with us!

KBIA Classes for Adults

We can have fun too!

We know how much you enjoy watching all the fun the kids are having while sitting at the picnic tables and adirondack chairs…but we wanted to remind you that YOU are invited to have fun too!

Beach yoga anyone? Local yoga instructor Leslie Fiore has us in a zen state of mind every Wednesday and Friday morning 7-8am, $15.

Jump in the pool for a good lap swim before you get your day started (we also have a Tuesday/Thursday night session 5-6 PM, $30) – sign up for any of the following days/times:

Mon/Wed/Fri 7-7:45 AM and 7:45-8:30 AM ($34)
Tues/Thurs 7-7:45 AM and 7:45-8:30 AM; 5-6 PM ($23)

Inquire at the office to register. Come have some fun!

Clynk for KBIA

CLYNK is another way to help preserve our beaches and help KBIA at the same time! We have the green CLYNK bags available at our office for members to pick up, fill with returnables, and redeem them at the Kennebunk Hannaford (or any CLYNK redemption center). Proceeds from KBIA-tagged bags will benefit our nonprofit organization.

This Week at KBIA

TUESDAY TWEEN NIGHT: Bowling & Snacks, 6 to 8 PM. $28. (Ages 11+) ***FULL***

WEDNESDAY MOVIE NIGHT: “Monsters, Inc.,” Rated G, 7 to 9 PM, $8. (Ages 4-10)

EXTENDED CAMPFIRE BEACH BBQ: This Wednesday, we keep the bonfire on the beach going well after movie night starts so adults can enoy, bring apps to share, the fun starts at 6 PM (no registration required).

THURSDAY TEEN NIGHT : Pool Party & Hot Dogs, 6 to 8 PM, $28. (Ages 13+)

*Please preregister for all the above events at the office so we may accurately plan for transportation and/or admission fees.

**Registration for movie night is limited to 50 children, and registration for movie night at the office closes at 4PM the day of the movie or when we reach capacity. Please be advised we almost always reach capacity!

FAMILY COVE WALK:

Sunday, July 22…1 to 3 PM. $11 per family.

www.kbia.net / KBIA facebook

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July 9, 20180

2018 July 9 Newsletter

News from the Beach

July 9, 2018

Run that Race

This summer is on a roll folks and we can’t get enough! Our 27th Annual “A Day at the Beach” Road Race on Sunday was a great success, with runners, volunteers, and spectators all joining in the fun. We have many exciting events coming up – read on for details. And if you haven’t already, come swing by KBIA to get a glimpse of our summer enrichment programs — sign up in the office, we are happy to help make your summer one to remember!

“A Day at the Beach” Road Race Results

We had a fantastic day for our 27th Annual 1k Kids fun run and 5k road race.

This year we had a total of 286 registered runners, with 78 kids in the 1k fun run! You can find your race time result on the Granite State Race Services website here.

Congratulations to Jay Mulder, the overall boys 1k winner finishing at 3:00, and Findley Wessel, the overall girls 1k winner finishing at 3:14! In the 5k race, Charlie Smith was the first to cross the finish line and placed first in the men’s division, while Alison White placed first in the women’s division. Check out pictures from the day on KBIA’s facebook page.

A huge thank you goes out to Hannaford and Congdon’s Doughnuts for their generous donations to the race.

And of course we can’t forget to express our gratitude to all the volunteers, runners, and spectators for making this such a special and fun day!

Like our course? Nicole’s Run, hosted on KBIA grounds and following our same 1K and 5K route, will be held Saturday, July 28. All funds raised will benefit Caring Unlimited domestic violence prevention programs, in memory of Kennebunk mother Nicole Oliver.

Family Open Swim

Yes, at the KBIA pool!!!

We are so excited – and you should be too! – to announce that we are hosting our first family open swim of the summer on July 14th from 12 to 2 PM. This is for the whole family (adults too!). Bring your towels and goggles, we’ll have our pool toys ready, and meet us at the KBIA pool for some crazy fun!

Seaside Celebration

Please join us on the KBIA green

for our eleventh annual Seaside Celebration,

a cocktail party by the Cove.

Saturday, July 21

6 to 8 PM

Come celebrate by the sea! It is one of our favorite times of the summer to catch up with old friends and new. Invite a guest or two, grab a drink, and enjoy the view!

Please RSVP by July 18 to [email protected] or call 967-2180.

**All guests must be 21 and older**

July Watersports, BBQ, & Awards

Please join us at KBIA Saturday, July 21, for the first of our two annual barbeque and awards ceremonies. The July BBQ and Awards Ceremony will kick off with assorted watersports in the pool for various ages:

8:30 to 9:00 AM: 3- 4 year olds

9:00 to 9:30 AM: 5- 6 year olds

9:30 to 10:00 AM: 7- 8 year olds

10:00 to 10:30 AM: 9 and older

10:30 to 11:00 AM: Free swim for all ages

At 11 AM, we will begin the awards portion of the day, handing out various KBIA “wedges” and traditional KBIA honors.

The awards will be followed by a BBQ of hot dogs, veggie burgers, hamburgers, chips, potato salad, and cake!

Lost and…Found Again!

Lost something? We may have found something! Towels, goggles, clothing, oh my! Come by the Lost and Found, which is the gray bin located outside Smith House.

This Week at KBIA

MONDAY MOVIE NIGHT: “Shrek,” Rated PG. 7 to 9 PM, $8. (Ages 7-12) ***FULL***

TUESDAY TWEEN NIGHT: Trip to Mount Agamenticus for a quick hike and Big Daddy’s Ice Cream on the way back. Wear sneakers (no flip flops or sandals) and bug spray, and bring a waterbottle. 6 to 9 PM (extended hours). $28. (Ages 11-12) ***FULL***

WEDNESDAY MOVIE NIGHT: “Meet the Robinsons,” Rated G. 7 to 9 PM, $8. (Ages 4-10)

THURSDAY TEEN NIGHT: Trip to Wonder Mountain in Wells for mini golf/maze running/arcade gaming, and Big Daddy’s Ice Cream on the way back. Campers may want some extra spending money. 6 to 9 PM (extended hours). $28. (Ages 13+) ***FULL***

*Please preregister for all the above events at the office so we may accurately plan for transportation and/or admission fees.

**Registration for movie night is limited to 50 children, and registration for movie night at the office closes at 4PM the day of the movie or when we reach capacity. Please be advised we almost always reach capacity!

OPEN SAIL/KAYAK:

Saturday, July 14…11 AM to 3 PM

Sunday, July 15…..12 to 4 PM (note the time listed in the Registration Guide as 11 AM start time is incorrect), free to members.

Follow the fun!

Can’t get enough of KBIA? Follow the fun on our Facebook page and Instagram! We also welcome you to share all the fun you’re having with us at KBIA, tag @kbia1910 or #kbia1910. Feel free to share our pictures and tag yourself. If you have photos and/or stories to share on Facebook and other KBIA communications, please e-mail our Communications Coordinator. We love hearing from you!

www.kbia.net

(207) 967-2180

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July 3, 20180

2018 July 2 Newsletter

News from the Beach

July 2, 2018

Celebrate We Will

What an amazing first week of classes, we can tell already we have a great summer ahead! During our second week, we will be holding classes as usual on Wednesday and celebrating the 4th of July with lots of American pride around campus. A spectacular show of fireworks are set off by the town between Gooch’s and Middle beaches — they look great from Mother’s Beach and the KBIA area as well!

We have a lot of fun activities coming up including our family cove walk and our 27th Annual KBIA Road Race, and much more. Due to 4th of July festivities, there will be no Wednesday Movie Night and no Campfire Beach BBQ this week.

Happy Independence Day from all of us at KBIA!

Flying the Grand Ol’ Flag

KBIA’s yacht club flagpole

With pride, we fly our colors everyday: the American flag, the Canadian Flag for our visiting friends, the State of Maine flag, and the KBIA burgee.

Did You Know?

KBIA has a “yacht club flagpole,” different from a traditional flagpole, so that means the American flag flies as it would on a ship. Consistent with U.S. flag etiquette, the national ensign flies on the gaff, which represents the stern of a boat and the position of command and honor.

27th Annual ‘A Day at the Beach’ Road Race

Sunday, July 8th

Join us for some summer fun at the KBIA 27th Annual ‘A Day at the Beach’ 5K Road Race and 1K Kids Fun Run, along a scenic, oceanside USATF-certified course! The start and finish line is on Lord’s Point Road, with the course winding through seaside neighborhoods, finishing along Beach Avenue and the sparkling Atlantic.

Proceeds benefit KBIA scholarships & programming, and also Kids Free to Grow – the Child Abuse Prevention Council for York County. We are excited to run for two amazing community organizations and hope you are too!

When: Sunday, July 8

Check in: 7:30 AM

1K Start: 8:30 AM

5K Start: 9:00 AM

Where: Start and finish at KBIA

Post-race food & drink, chip timing and results by Granite State Race Services, race awards for multiple divisions, bring the whole family!

Registration Fees:

5K $25 / 1K $15

REGISTER ONLINE

Early check-in will be on Friday, July 6th at the KBIA Strong Cottage office porch from 4-6 PM

VOLUNTEERS!

Want to get involved without all that running? Volunteer! Contact our Events Coordinator at [email protected].

KBIA: Not just for kids!

Are the kids making you wish you were young again, spending all day in the sunshine, making new friends in classes they can’t get enough of? KBIA has something to offer the adults too! Picture mornings at KBIA before all the hustle and bustle of the day begins.

We now offer a yoga class overlooking the cove, taught by local yoga instructor Leslie Fiore every Wednesday and Friday mornings 7-8am.

Join us for morning adult lap swim in the KBIA outdoor pool (we also have a Tuesday/Thursday night session 5-6 PM) – sign up for any of the following days/times:

Mon/Wed/Fri 7-7:45 AM and 7:45-8:30 AM
Tues/Thurs 7-7:45 AM and 7:45-8:30 AM; 5-6 PM

Inquire at the office to register. See you at the beach!

Friday Coffee & Treats

Strong Cottage Porch

There’s nothing better than a cup of joe and a treat to start your Friday morning off right! Adult members are invited to enjoy complimentary coffee and snacks every Friday morning on the porch of Strong Cottage.

The KBIA Store is Open!

Come check out the KBIA store, located just across from the office in Strong Cottage and open during office hours. We have so many items in stock including KBIA tumblers to keep your beverages cool, waterbottles for sports activities, and diner mugs for your morning coffee.

For those long beach days we have plenty of KBIA beach towels, and even a convenient beach blanket that rolls up neatly with a handy handle! T-shirts and hats for warm summer days, sweatshirts and fleece jackets for cool bonfire nights, many styles and sizes. Need tennis whites? We’ve got ’em!

Want to show your KBIA pride on the road? We have car magnets for that! How about a burlap “Kennebunk Beach 04043” or “KBIA Est. 1910” bag, perfect for mornings at the beach and an afternoon walk into town. We love showing our KBIA pride!

Reminder about Account Updates

Read those e-mails!

A reminder to all members to read the attachment to your account updates received via e-mail. This is where you will see the confirmation of and payment for specific classes for which your children are registered. Remember to check your SPAM folder for those updates as well, as some have been reported ending up there. If you have questions, please do not hesitate to contact the office staff, we are happy to help!

This Week at KBIA

MONDAY MOVIE NIGHT: “Zootopia,” Rated PG, 6 to 8 PM. $8. (Ages 7-12)

TUESDAY TWEEN NIGHT: Pool party, hot dog, ice cream jubilee. 6 to 8 PM. $28. (Ages 11-12)

WEDNESDAY MOVIE NIGHT: **No movie night this week due to 4th of July holiday**

THURSDAY TEEN NIGHT: Trip to Get Air in Portland. 6 to 9 PM. $28. (Ages 13+). Please sign the online waiver: HERE *FULL*

**Registration for movie night is limited to 50 children, and registration for movie night at the office closes at 4PM the day of the movie or when we reach capacity. Please be advised we almost always reach capacity!

*Please preregister for all the above events at the office so we may accurately plan for transportation and/or admission fees.

FAMILY COVE WALK:

Saturday, July 7…12 to 2PM. $11 per family.

www.kbia.net

(207) 967-2180

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July 3, 20180

2018 Season Opener

News from the Beach

June 25, 2018

Opening the 2018 Season

We are kicking off our 108th season today, June 25th and we can’t wait to see you there! Our first week is our Membership Fee-Free Week, and we encourage you to invite your friends and family to try out classes…swimming, sailing, tennis, surfing, golf, arts & crafts, drama, and so much more! If you haven’t already, take a peek at our website detailing all the amazing classes we offer. We have a lot of fun activities planned for this season…read on for more details.

We’ll see you at the beach!

Staff & Counselor Orientation

Staff and counselors spent the past weekend at orientation running through safety protocols, CPR training, and most importantly gearing up for heaps of fun to be had this summer. We also welcomed in new faculty to the KBIA family. We are excited to get this season underway!

This week at KBIA

MONDAY MOVIE NIGHT: “Cars 3,” Rated PG, 7 to 9 PM. $8. (Ages 7-12)

* Movie Night is limited to 50 children, and registration for Monday’s movie at the office closes at 4 PM Monday or when we reach capacity. Please be advised we almost always reach capacity!

TUESDAY TWEEN NIGHT: Pizza & Movie (camper’s choice!) Night ,” 7 to 9 PM. $28. (Ages 11-12)

WEDNESDAY MOVIE NIGHT: “Cars,” Rated G, 7 to 9 PM. $8. (Ages 4-10)

* Movie Night is limited to 50 children, and registration for Wednesday’s movie at the office closes at 4 PM Wednesdays or when we reach capacity. Please be advised we almost always reach capacity!

EXTENDED CAMPIRE BEACH BBQ: This Wednesday, we keep the bonfire on the beach going well after movie night starts so adults can be together – bring apps to share, the fun starts at 6 PM!

THURSDAY TEEN NIGHT: Pool Party at KBIA, 6 to 8 PM. $28. (Ages 13+)

OPEN SAIL/KAYAK:

Free to members, bring a life jacket and closed-toe shoes.

Saturday, June 30, 12 to 3:30 PM

Sunday, July 1, 1 to 4:30 PM

Please pre-register for all events (except for Open Sail/Kayak and Extended Campfire Beach BBQ) at the office so we may accurately plan for transportation and admission fees, when applicable.

Parking, Pick-ups, and Drop-offs

Please help us keep KBIA safe for everyone and stay with your vehicles in the designated pick-up and drop-off zone in front of the pool. It is crucial to stay within the white paint — there is no spot before and after the crosswalk to the playground to enhance visibility of kids crossing the street.

The drop-off/pick-up zone is also for emergency vehicles, so drivers must remain with their cars at all times. Kennebunk police have and will continue to ticket both areas. We appreciate your cooperation in helping us stay safe, and move traffic along in that busy section!

Daily Open Swim

Can’t get enough of the water now that it’s finally summer? Us either! KBIA offers a supervised free swim session on a daily basis, Monday through Friday, June 25 to August 17. Half-hour free-swim sessions are available for all children ages 4 and older, enrolled in other KBIA classes that week.

Join us for a splashing good time every day:

12 to 12:30 PM

3:30 to 4 PM

Bathrooms & Changing Rooms

When nature calls…we have bathrooms! Two public restrooms are located behind Smith House. If all you need is a place to change into your bathing suit, please use one of the four family-sized changing rooms located in the back of the white Adventures Tent.

Sail the Cove! Kayak the Cove!

There’s nothing quite like the feel of setting sail in the Cove — or paddling its gentle waters. We invite members of all ages to enjoy KBIA’s spectacular waterfront during our scheduled “Open Sail” sessions, which are available (and free!) to all KBIA members (parents, grandparents and children) who would like to independently enjoy the Cove in one of KBIA’s sailboats or kayaks. Previous sailing and kayaking experience is required, as well as a life jacket and closed-toe water shoes.

Saturday, June 30………………………………………………….. 12 to 3:30 PM

Sunday, July 1……………………………………………………….. 1 to 4:30 PM

Saturday, July 14……………………………………………………11 AM to 3 PM

Sunday, July 15……………………………………………………. 11 AM to 4 PM

Saturday, July 28……………………………………………… 11 AM to 2:30 PM

Sunday, July 29……………………………………………………..11 AM to 3 PM

Saturday, Aug. 11 (*open KAYAK only due to regatta)… 11:30 to 1 PM

Sunday, Aug. 12……………………………………………… 10 AM to 2:30 PM

Family Sail

Bon voyage!

What more fun could you ask for than a Family Sailing Trip…setting sail on our 19-foot boat! With an instructor and a family of up to four, guided trips will head out when tides cooperate.

1.5 hours…………… $150

2 hours……………… $165

2.5 hours…………… $180

3 hours……………… $195

Only one family at a time – please inquire at the office!

Explore the Cove on guided walk

Open to the Public

At high tide, the Cove at KBIA provides just enough water to swim, sail and explore the waters wih a paddle. It’s a whole new world at low tide – where snails, crabs and other creatures can be found. Come explore the majestic Cove at low tide on a guided walk during low tide and see all the natural treasures you can find!

Upcoming Dates:

Saturday, July 7 ……….. 12 to 2 PM

Sunday, July 22 ………….. 1 to 3PM

Saturday, August 4……..12 to 2 PM

Cost is $11 per family; please register at the office prior to the walk. This family activity is open to the public, so please invite your friends and neighbors and help us spread the word.

www.kbia.net

(207) 967-2180

News

June 18, 20180

KBIA Office Opening Day

News from the Beach

June 18, 2018

Let’s get this summer started!

Summer is here and we are so happy! We officially open the KBIA office on Monday, June 18th, and KBIA classes commence on Season Opening Day, Monday, June 25th. Thanks to our hard-working faculty and staff, we are ready to welcome new faces and welcome back old friends. And if you want to bring a friend, please do! As always, Week 1 requires NO membership fee to register for classes, so this is a great time to share the KBIA experience or even check us out for the first time. See you Opening Day!

Registration reminder

It’s been a busy spring for us in the office at KBIA, and we thank all of our pre-registered families for helping us in advance. Just a reminder that registration is first come, first served, and classes are filling up! Send all required paperwork to [email protected].

We are open this week in anticipation of Opening Day, so don’t hesitate to contact us! We can answer many questions by phone, however, class registrations must be requested in writing by fax, email or regular mail. All forms necessary are available on our website at www.kbia.net. Hard copies of the 2018 Registration Guide are available through the office.

Reminder that we are now at the two week out point for withdrawing from Week 1 classes with only a $10 administration fee per class. See page 26 of the Registration Guide for details.

As of June 18 our office hours are:

Monday: 8 AM to 5 PM

Tuesday – Friday: 9 AM to 12 PM | 1 to 4 PM

Never been to KBIA? We are
waiving our membership during Week 1 (June 25 – 29), so now is a great time to check us out!

Children ages 2 and up may register for swimming, golf, sailing, kayaking, arts and nature courses (and so much more!) from June 25-29 and pay only the cost of the individual classes. Membership, which is open to the public, is otherwise required for Weeks 2-8. Campers register by the week, and classes are offered a la carte or as a “bundle” for morning and/or afternoon sessions.

Family memberships include twice-daily open swims for children, weekly beach bonfire barbecues, and open sail/kayaks on most weekends. KBIA also hosts an annual Seaside Celebration for adult members to enjoy cocktails and appetizers by the cove – invite your friends and family to join in the fun!

Prepping for classes

Class Requirements

With so many classes to hop around to, it’s hard to remember what to bring! Here’s a cheatsheet to help you when packing up for the busy day ahead:

Golf: Collared shirt, sneakers and clubs, at least a wood, 6 or 7 iron, and a putter
Tennis: Tennis whites (each article of clothing is required to be 90% white, even hats!), tennis shoes (these can be any color), raquet
Waterfront Classes: Closed-toe water shoes and personal floatation device (PFD) – we have a limited supply but can’t guarantee a PFD in the correct size will always be available
Marine Biology: Closed-toe water shoes
Stand Up Paddle Boarding: Closed-toe water shoes and PFD (we have a limited supply but can’t guarantee a PFD in the correct size will always be available)
Island and Seaside Exploration: Towel, hat, sweatshirt, a bag lunch, water, plus booster seat as needed; please wear water shoes or sneakers (not flip-flops) and a bathing suit; this class requires transportation in staff or parent vehicles

For more detailed course descriptions to help you plan for each class activity, visit the KBIA website at www.kbia.net.

A Day at the Beach Road Race

KBIA 5k Road Race & 1k Kids Fun Run
Sunday, July 9

Registration is open for our KBIA 5k/1k road race on Sunday, July 8th. The 1K Kids Fun Run will start at 8:30am, followed by the 5K Road Race at 9am. Both races start and finish by Mother’s Beach playground.

This is a really fun event for the whole family – a beautiful, easy course by the seaside, medals for the kids fun run, and awards after the race.

Again this year KBIA has partnered with Kids Free to Grow – York County’s child abuse prevention council to host the road race. All proceeds go to KBIA Scholarships and Kids Free to Grow – we thank you for your generosity! To check out more about Kids Free to Grow and their mission, visit their website.

If you are looking to participate in another way, we are also looking for volunteers. A fun way to get involved with a great fundraiser benefiting KBIA summer programs!

Please contact our Events Coordinator at [email protected]

Runners can REGISTER HERE– get ready for some running fun!

www.kbia.net

(207) 967-2180

News

June 8, 20180

2018 May Newsletter

News from the Beach

May 31, 2018

An homage to the past

Today, we know the Smith House as a busy part of the KBIA campus where art, woodworking, drama classes and bi-weekly movie nights are held during summers. This building holds a lot of history within its walls, built over 100 years ago in the 1900s by Willie O. Littlefield as the Dipsy Baths, a full-service private bathhouse with 100 changing rooms and showers that ‘ran into the sea.’ Providing a place for summer residents and locals to change into their swimming apparel, the building also housed a small store, barber shop, and an upstairs pool room. The Dipsy Bathhouse was one of the only places to offer food in the Kennebunk Beach area, with a takeout window where beachgoers could order lunch or snacks – now used as the KBIA snack shack.

The Dipsy Bathhouse stayed a steady feature on Mother’s Beach for over 50 years, when in the 1960’s a developer from Massachusetts purchased the Dipsy Baths. KBIA at this time had just acquired Strong Cottage, and realizing the importance of this adjacent piece of real estate, Gordon Smith, a strong supporter and fixture at KBIA, wrangled a deal with the developer and KBIA became the new owners. Renovations commenced on the building immediately and it was ready for classes the following summer. Twenty years later in 1981, the Dipsy Baths were renamed the Smith House in salute to Gordon Smith’s efforts.

There have been many variations of the Dipsy Baths signs over the last century, with one pair of green and white signs on display inside the Strong Cottage office. In homage to our past, we have now placed the signs back onto the side of Smith House.

We hope you come by to say hello this summer season, and take a moment to soak in a little history.

Blast from the past

www.kbia.net

(207) 967-2180

News

April 11, 20180

2018 Registration Guide

News from the Beach

March 30, 2018

Summer is Headed Your Way

2018 Registration Guide is Here!

Hot off the press and en route to your mailbox, our 2018 Registration Guide is on the way! Twenty-eight pages chock full of class information and schedules, the Registration Guide also includes dates for this summer’s Cove Walks, Open Sailing/Kayaking sessions, 5K/1K Road Race, Reid Sacco Family Regatta and two open swim events for families.

A big THANK YOU to everyone who provided feedback at the end of last summer – with your suggestions we have added some fun new classes this year – please continue to send us suggestions! Learn all about our new and expanded offerings — Mini Worlds, Mixed Media, Wearable Arts/Fiber Arts, Keelboat Sailing, and Island and Seaside Exploration — and find the schedules for all your usual KBIA favorites as well. The Registration Guide is available online in its entirety and also broken down by age and week. With over 50 classes being offered, there are many options to explore. For a complete list of class descriptions be sure to visit our website.

Need another copy for yourself or a friend? (Week 1 classes require no membership June 25-29, so spread the word!) Just let us know!

Registration officially opens Monday, April 2…we look forward to hearing from you!

In an effort to be more efficient, please send all completed registration forms to our registration specific e-mail account at: [email protected].

Registrations can also be mailed to PO Box 707, Kennebunk, ME 04043 or faxed to (207) 510-8058.

Become a KBIA Member Today

Join us for a summer of fun!

Sign up for a 2018 KBIA Membership today! The 2018 Membership Form can be found on our website here and there will also be forms within the 2018 Registration Guide being mailed to you. Please submit via email at [email protected] or fax to 207-510-8058.

All are welcome to join! It is the continuous generosity of KBIA members and friends that enable us to provide children the same safe, fun, beautiful, and nurturing learning environment that has been provided to generations of children, while allowing us the opportunity to grow and improve our programs.

Annual membership fees help support KBIA’s programs. We’re proud to be a place that lets children be children and lets them explore the vast and rugged beauty of the Coast of Maine in summer, while building knowledge, leadership, and respect for themselves, others and their world. We’re particularly proud of the scholarships we offer to children in the Kennebunk area who might otherwise not be able to take advantage of our KBIA enrichment programs, and of our many other community endeavors.

Membership fees remain a crucial element for us to achieve operational breakeven, to allow us to provide local scholarships, and to keep the cost of classes down.

All of us at KBIA thank you for your continued backing and generous contributions. We would not be able to provide exemplary programming and quality instruction without your generosity.

KBIA Countdown:

79 Days until summer

KBIA opens for its 108th season on June 25th, and below are some other dates to remember this summer:

Date	Day	Event
June 18	Monday	KBIA Office opens
June 25	Monday	Season Opening Day
June 25-29	Mon-Fri	Membership Fee-Free Week
July 8	Sunday	27th Annual Day at the Beach 5K/1K Road Race
July 14	Saturday	Open Swim for Families
July 21	Saturday	July Watersports, Awards & BBQ
July 21	Saturday	KBIA Seaside Celebration
July 28	Saturday	Nicole’s Run, hosted by KBIA
August 4	Saturday	Open Swim for Families
August 11	Saturday	Ninth Annual Reid Sacco Family Regatta
August 18	Saturday	August Watersports, Awards & BBQ
August 18	Saturday	Annual KBIA Membership Meeting @ 1PM

Follow Us!

Follow the fun on our Facebook page and Instagram! We also welcome you to share all the fun you’re having with us at KBIA, tag @kbia1910 or #kbia1910 – we can’t wait to hear from you!

www.kbia.net

(207) 967-2180

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