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Check us out at www.mbtsrec.com and
follow us on Facebook for weekly program
info, updates and program pics!
MISSION: The Manchester Parks & Recreation Department strives to offer programs and services that
help to enhance quality of life through parks and exceptional recreation opportunities. We provide
opportunities for all residents to live, grow and develop into healthy, contributing members of our community.
Whatever your age, ability or interest we have something for you!
REGISTRATION INFORMATION
• All programs are offered on a “first come – first served” basis via online registration through our website
www.mbtsrec.com, mail in registration or in person at the Parks & Recreation office.
• All programs operate on a self-supporting basis. The Parks & Recreation Department reserves the right
to cancel classes that do not support themselves.
• Checks should be made payable to: MANCHESTER PARKS & RECREATION. Registrations should be
mailed to: Manchester Parks & Recreation, 10 Central Street, Manchester, MA 01944, or dropped off in
Room #9 at Town Hall. You can also register for programs online using your checking account (lowest
cost) or with a credit or debit card at www.mbtsrec.com
• There is a $25.00 service fee for all returned checks.
• Non-residents are allowed to sign up for any Manchester Recreation Department program.
• If schools are closed due to inclement weather, then all recreation programs for that day are also
cancelled. On weekends or in the summer months, if the weather is questionable, please call the Parks &
Recreation Department Weather Information/Cancellation Line at 978-525-6429 and the status of the
activity will be posted. Generally, the status of the program will be posted 1 hour prior to the start of the
program. Also, please check the Facebook pages for up to date information.
• Confirmation of your program will NOT be made. You will only be notified if the class is full or is cancelled
due to low enrollment. Please mark your calendar and plan to attend your program at the first meeting.
• Our online registration system allows you to create a family account. By creating a family account, you will
only have to fill out your family information one time. Then for all future registrations you would simply
select the appropriate family members name from the drop down menu.
• The second benefit of creating your own family account is that you have the ability to login to your account
and see what programs you are currently registered for and if you have any outstanding balances or have
a credit on file with the Department.
SCHOLARSHIP ASSISTANCE:
A confidential application can be made to the Director of Parks & Recreation and if it is determined that a
hardship exists, the applicant may be granted a reduction in fee. All programs operate on a self-supporting
basis, which limits the amount of available aid that we can provide, financial assistance is only available for
programs run directly by Parks & Recreation Department staff such as Hornets After School Program,
Winter Basketball, Tennis Lessons & Summer Playground. Financial assistance is not available for programs
where we hire contractors to run the program, unless it is approved by the instructor.
Please call 978-526-2019 to request an application.
PHOTO & VIDEO POLICY:
The Manchester Parks & Recreation Department reserves the right to photograph facility, activity and
program participants at any and all department sponsored events for potential future use. All photos will
remain the property of the Manchester Parks & Recreation Department and may be used in future program
guides, brochures, pamphlets news releases and Facebook for promotional purposes or in recognition of
department sponsored events. If you do not wish to have your picture taken, please notify a member of the
staff prior to the event.
The Parks & Recreation Committee serves as the sole advisory group to the Board of Selectmen on matters
related to Parks & Recreation programs, services, and facilities. This Committee meets on a monthly basis. If
you have an item that you would like them to discuss, please contact the Parks & Recreation
Department at 978-526-2019 to have your item added to the next agenda.
Committee Members:
Sean Daly Chair 2024
Michael Coyne 2022
Olga Hayes 2023
Muffin Driscoll 2024
Karlee Blaisdell 2023
Are you a Facebook user? Did you know that Manchester Parks & Recreation Department has a
page on Facebook? Currently we have over 1,300 fans of our page. Become our “Facebook Fan”
and keep up to date on the latest department news, program offerings, employment opportunities,
special events, surveys, photos and more. You can also offer program suggestions, provide feedback on your
experiences and more. Go to: www.facebook.com and search for “Manchester Parks & Recreation.”
The Tuck’s Point Chowder House is an open air picnic pavilion that is available for rent. It can seat a
maximum of 125 people and is used for picnics, reunions, birthday parties, etc. There are no cooking facilities
available. The Rotunda is a gathering spot used for short wedding ceremonies, prom pictures, etc. and is
open to the public. A reservation form and full payment is required to reserve the chowder house. All caterer
information must be received in full 30 days before the scheduled date, or the date may be forfeited.
Reservation forms are available at Manchester Town Hall and online at: www.manchester.ma.us/recreation.
2021 RESIDENT RATES:
Monday - Thursday $250.00
Friday - Sundays $300.00
2021 NON–RESIDENT RATES:
Monday - Thursday $575.00
Friday - Sundays $675.00
Crowell Chapel is a small gothic looking stone structure located at 4 Rosedale Avenue in Manchester,
Massachusetts. Commissioned to be built by Susan Crowell in memory of her brother Benjamin Franklin
Crowell in 1903, the chapel is one of Manchester’s hidden jewels. The chapel is available to rent on a first
come first served basis and any interested party should contact Manchester Parks & Recreation at
978-526-2019. Reservation forms are also available online at:
www.manchester.ma.us/recreation.
The chapel capacity is 140 people.
RENTAL FEE SCHEDULE:
Wedding or Similar Function $500.00
Memorial/Mortuary Services, Christenings $300.00
Recitals & Other Music Events $300.00
Local Non-Profit Group Events
(during regular business hours) FREE
Multi Sports with Viking Sports (Ages 3-5)- For our Multi-Sports Camps we introduce a variety of sports games and activities including dodgeball, capture the flag, tag, soccer, and floor hockey. Our games are simple to learn and really fun to play. We like to introduce kids to games that they in turn can bring home and play with their friends. This approach allows kids to focus more on playing and having fun versus listening to a laundry list of rules and watching elaborate set ups. All Viking Sports Camps conclude with our famous Tournament Day. It is a camp-wide Olympics that has the children playing all of the sports and games they played that week and concludes with a relay race and trophy ceremony. https://www.vikingcamps.com/viking-programs/multi-sports/ Date: Monday- Friday , June 28th- July 2nd Time: 9:00am-10:30 am Location: Sweeney Park Fee: $120.00 Little Music Makers by the Sea (Ages 1-5)-Meet new friends, sing along, dance and engage in fun musical activities together! Do you have pre-school children in your family? This program is for you!!! Let's get together and make an ordinary summer morning an EXTRAORDINARY summer morning with Ruthanne Paulson!! Ruthanne is a singer/songwriter/music performer for children... to see her in action visit Youtube kids and check out Musical Storytime with Ruthanne. Ruthanne is the founder/director of Performing Arts Inspirations offering theater, music and dance programs for kids of all ages. http://www.PerformingArtsInspirations.com Date: Tuesday & Thursday’s on July 20th & July 22nd & August 3rd & 5th Time: 10:00am- 10:45am Location: Band Stand, Masconomo Park Fee: $100.00 Summer Tennis Lesson’s - Rookie Rackets (Ages 4-6)-This introductory experience with tennis is designed to be fun and engaging. These 45-minute classes are age appropriate for 4- 6 year old's and utilize tennis-focused games and drills designed to enhance balance and develop coordination. A tennis racket will be provided to those who don’t have one. Monday-Thursday for 2 weeks! We will offer 3 , 2 week sessions. We ask for this age a parent or guardian stays during practice. Session 1, July 12th- July 22nd, 2:00-2:50pm Session 2, July 26th - August 5th, 2:00-2:50pm Session 3, August 9th- August 19th, 2:00-2:50pm These sessions are Monday-Thursday with Friday as a rain date. Location: Memorial School Courts Fee: $95.00 per session
Soccer powered by the New England Revolution & Viking Sports (Ages 3-5)- Viking’s soccer clinics are powered by the New England Revolution! Working with the Revs Viking Sports has created a soccer curriculum that blends our brand of fun and the Revolution’s skill devel- opment expertise. During the season we teach tomorrow’s emerging stars age appropriate skills that develop dribbling passing receiving and shooting. Your child’s early exposure to the sport should give them an edge up on the competition. All players receive a Viking Sports T-shirt! Dates: Monday- Friday, August 2nd- 8th Time: 9:00am-10:30am Fee: $120.00 Location: Sweeney Park Safe Sitter with American Safety and Health Institute First Aid and CPR-Safe Sit- ter with American Safety & Health Institute is for boys and girls in grades 6-8. This course is designed to prepare students in grades to be safe when they are home alone watching younger siblings or babysitting. The instructor led class is filled with fun games and role playing exercises. Students will learn safety skills, child care skills, First Aid and rescue skills, life and business skills. Students receive First Aid and CPR certification. Due to high demand, this course will be offered twice. Session 1, July 9th - 9:00am-3:30pm Location: Town Hall Session 2, August 6th- 9:00am-3:30pm Location- Town Hall Fee: $90.00 per session Fitness Inspired Training Presents- Train Like an Athlete (Grades 9-12) Train like an Athlete is a 4 week sports conditioning program developed for high school athletes who are look- ing to find new ways to reduce injury, improve cardio endurance, strength agility and core. This pro- gram will meet at Masconomo park from on Tuesdays and Thursdays, July 6th-July 29th from 8am- 9am. Come prepared with water, yoga mat, and a ready to be challenged attitude. Location: Masconomo Park Dates: Tuesday & Thursday, July 6th-July 29th Time: 8:00am-9:00am Fee: $120.00
Medium Reading with Jamie Day @ Tuck’s Point- Join us for an Evening with Spirits at scenic Tuck’s Point with Medium Jamie Day. We will connect with the Spirits of your Passed Loved Ones to deliver messages of love, healing, and validation. Jamie provides evidence from the Spirit world to help you take comfort in knowing your loved ones stay watching over you as you move through this lifetime! To learn more about Jamie and her offerings please vis- it www.mediumjamieday.com Location: Tuck’s Point Chowder House Date: Wednesday, June 23rd Time: 6:00-7:30pm Fee: $60.00 Full Moon Beach Yoga and Meditation for Releasing @ Singing Beach -Join Jamie and Lara for a beautiful evening on Singing Beach where we will hear about the energy of the moon and how to make it work for you, followed by an all-levels adaptable yoga flow while the sun sets, designed to help you release any physical and emotional tension. We will come together for a group guided meditation while listening to the sounds of the surf, and conclude with a fireside releasing ceremony under the light of the full moon. Meet Lara @ https://shinewithlara.com/ Meet Jamie @ https://www.mediumjamieday.com/ Location- Singing Beach Dates and Times: Thursday, June 24th 7:00 pm Friday, July 23rd 7:00pm Saturday, August 21st 6:30pm Fee: $25.00 per person per event Belly Dancing By the Sea! Come learn the ancient art of belly dance in the best way possible: with your bare feet in the powder sand of Singing Beach as the sun sets! We will learn to undulate our bodies like the undulating waves, hip circles, figure eights, and so much more! Bring a veil/scarf and grab your girlfriends, grandmothers, daughters, and mothers! Goddesses of all ages and levels welcome! Attire: Anything that makes you feel beautiful! (Typically, yoga pants and a tank top with a hip scarf.) About the Instructor: Marci Darling has belly danced professionally for more than thirty years as a performer and teacher all over the world. She danced on tour with The Go-Go's, the B-52's, Paul McCartney, as well as several Middle Eastern Superstars. She is also a writer and holds degrees from UCLA, Harvard, and Stanford. You can learn more about her at marcidarling.com Dates: June 4th & June 17th Location: Singing Beach Time: 6:00-7:00pm Fee: $15 per class
Butts and Bellies @ Singing Beach with the FIT HOUSE-Save your spot !! Butts and Bellies is hitting the beach this summer June 7-July 30, 2021. This class is designed to strengthen and develop your large muscle groups in an effort to help you lose fat. As your body changes so will your workouts!! Toning and sculpting will be added to the mix with a focus on abs, glutes and arms . Location: Singing Beach Dates: M, W & F, June 7th- July 30th Time: 7:00-7:45am Fee: $240.00 Summer Chill & Chisel Yoga on Singing Beach- Spend your mornings with instructor Mary Hart. Morning Practice- Based upon the principles of Hot Power Yoga, this class is primarily standing poses designed to increase strength, concentration and balance. Expect to hold the poses for 30-60 seconds while breathing deeply and connecting to the beauty of the sand, surf and sun. You will sweat, detox and purify your body, mind and spirit. This deeply relaxing class includes Reiki, Aromathery and Meditation called “Consciousness at Rest”. Bring a large towel as well as wa- ter, an eye pillow or sunglasses and sunscreen. Rain days will take place at Tuck’s Point Chowder House. Check your email if you are unsure! Please bring sneakers for Tuck’s Point as the flooring is not completely smooth. Session1, May 4th- July 1st- $205.00 (per session -18 classes) Session 2, July 6th - September 2nd- $205.00 (per session -18 classes) Date: Days: Tuesday & Thursdays Time: 7:30 am - 8:30 am Location: Singing Beach Friday Night Yoga @ Singing Beach- with Iron Crow Yoga- Make time for YOU on Friday nights during the summer with Mary Hart and her team. The class includes Reiki, Aromatherapy for Medita- tion and Relaxing Sunset practice followed by Crystal Sound Bowls for Healing. The class will be joined by local musicians such as Janice Fullman. Every Friday on the beach will be an experience. No mats, just beach blankets and an extra towel and yoga strap. New students should bring blocks if needed. All levels and ages welcome. The class will run from May 28th- August 27th, 6:00- 7:30pm Register per class. Details at www.mbtsrec.com - ONLY $20 per class. Adult Beginner Tennis-The Manchester Parks and Recreation will once again be offering beginner tennis lessons this summer for adults. The class is geared towards new tennis players and lessons will be based upon participants. This class meets one time per week for 5 weeks. Tennis is a mental game, requiring players to think quickly and is a great work out. Do you want to learn how to play tennis in a non judgey envi- ronment? Then this is the class for you! Location: Memorial School Courts Session 1: Mondays, July 12th- August 9th Session 2: Wednesdays, July 14th- August 11th Time: 5:00-6:00pm Fee: $100.00 per session
Summer Pick up Field Hockey League (Ages 14- up)-Hustle, hit and never quit with Coach Jenny Beardsley! This weekly program will feature pick-up scrimmage style games providing current and past players the opportunity to keep their skills fresh and get some needed exercise on a beautiful turf field in a fun and active atmosphere. Each participant must wear eye & mouth protec- tion as well as shin guards, please bring a stick. Who can play? Any player, 14+ from any town (must have at least two-years’ experience). Dates: Wednesday’s July 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th Time: 6:00-8:00pm Location: Brook St Turf (Coach Field, Field) Fee: $100.00 Jr. Hornet's Filed Hockey Clinic (Ages 8-14)- Join Coach Jenny Beardsley on the field. Hustle, hit and never quit! The League aims to provide a fun, affordable field hockey experience re- gardless of skill level specifically directed towards the child that has never played or has little experi- ence. Our captains and coaches have designed a fun and active skills based program that introduc- es athletes to the game and provides additional skill development and field time for those who al- ready play the game. We will have lots of fun with costumes, wild hair days, and more! Who can join? Any beginner or novice player ages 8-14 from any town. AND for those players with at least two years of experience, you can also register for the HORNETS SUMMER PICK-UP FIELD HOCKEY LEAGUE at a discounted rate when you do both! Dates: Wednesday’s July 7th, 14th, 21st & 28th Time: 4:30-6:00pm Location: Brook St Turf (Coach Field, Field) Fee: $100.00 Meet your coach: Coach Jenny Beardsley, a Manchester- Essex Alumni, played field hockey for the Hornets for four years, and went on to play Division II field hockey for Assumption University in Worcester, MA. Jen- ny will introduce skills, drills, and conditioning to all players and participants. Field hockey is about community, friendship and leadership. Jenny is attending Endicott College and studying Sport Lead- ership for her master’s degree, and wants to focus on growing the game throughout ME and the sur- rounding communities while also teaching the athletes how sports are not only for physical growth, but personal growth. Everyone is welcome. Field hockey is an all inclusive game, and there is no better time to learn than this Summer! I am looking forward to getting to know each athlete and help inspire them to grow their passion for the game!
Summer Tennis- Rookie Rackets (Ages 4-6)- This introductory experience with tennis is designed to be fun and engaging. These 45-minute classes are age appropriate for 4- 6 year olds and utilize tennis-focused games and drills designed to enhance balance and develop coordination. A tennis racket will be provided to those who don’t have one. Monday-Thursday for 2 weeks! Session 1, July 12th- July 22nd, 2:00-2:50pm Session 2, July 26th - August 5th, 2:00-2:50pm Session 3, August 9th- August 19th, 2:00-2:50pm Location: Memorial School Courts Fee: $95.00 per session Monday-Thursday Summer Tennis- Middle Hitters (Ages 7-9)- This class for 7- 9 year olds builds upon the lessons taught in the Rookie Rackets class. In these 1 hour lessons, players will gain knowledge of the court, the racket & beginning to play against an opponent. Monday-Thursday for 2 weeks! Session 1, July 12th- July 22nd, 3:00-3:50pm Session 2, July 26th - August 5th, 3:00-3:50pm Session 3, August 9th- August 19th, 3:00-3:50pm Location: Memorial School Courts Fee: $95.00 per session Monday-Thursday Summer Tennis- Junior Development (Ages 10-13)-Designed for players ages 10 - 13 years old. Players will focus on match play skills needed for competing. All levels welcome; game schedules will be drawn up. Individualized skills will be taught and detailed instruction given. Monday-Thursday for 2 weeks! Session 1, July 12th- July 22nd, 4:00-4:50pm Session 2, July 26th - August 5th, 4:00-4:50pm Session 3, August 9th- August 19th, 4:00-4:50pm Location: Memorial School Courts Fee: $95.00 per session Monday-Thursday These sessions are Monday-Thursday with Friday as a rain date.
Multi Sports with Viking Sports (Ages 3-5) -For our Multi-Sports Camps we introduce a
variety of sports games and activities including dodgeball, capture the flag, tag, soccer, and floor
hockey. Our games are simple to learn and really fun to play. We like to introduce kids to games that
they in turn can bring home and play with their friends. This approach allows kids to focus more on
playing and having fun versus listening to a laundry list of rules and watching elaborate set ups. All
Viking Sports Camps conclude with our famous Tournament Day. It is a camp-wide Olympics that
has the children playing all of the sports and games they played that week and concludes with a re-
lay race and trophy ceremony.
Dates: Monday-Friday, June 28th- July 2nd
Time: 9:00-10:30am
Location: Sweeney Park
Fee: $120.00
Ninja Warrior with Viking Sports ( Ages 6-12)- Viking’s Ninja Warrior might be the best
thing since sliced bread. It’s the perfect blend of fitness competition and fun that keeps everyone en-
gaged. Viking created a variety of Ninja Warrior obstacles geared around agility strength and bal-
ance. When put together they make a diverse Ninja Warrior course that kids love to go through. Ath-
letes will find themselves leaping from the ascending plyo boxes bounding between quintuple steps
and even scaling the wall located in our ENORMOUS obstacle bounce house! Every aspect of Vi-
king’s Ninja Warrior is flat out fun.
Session Two:
Session One:
Dates: M-F, Aug 2nd- 6th
Dates: M-F, June 28th- July 2nd
Time: 9:00-3:00pm
Time: 9:00-3:00pm
Location: Sweeney Park
Location: Sweeney Park
Fee: $280.00
Fee: $280.00
Hornets Future Stars Baseball Clinic - Assistant coach Kevin
Winship, along with varsity baseball players, will be running a baseball
clinic for July 12th-15th from 9-2pm at Sweeney Field in Manchester. We
will be working on many baseball skills that include hitting, pitching,
throwing, outfield work, infield work, base-running, and many drills that
allow younger players to develop. We will divide players by age and abil-
ity during these drills. We will also have a 1/2 hour lunch. After lunch we
will follow with a baseball game to test out the skills acquired during the morning! Only $150.00!!!
Date: July 12th-15th Location: Sweeney Field
Time: 9:00am-2:00pm Fee: $150.00Tim St. Laurent Summer Basketball Clinic (Grades 1-9)-Join Manchester Essex High School Boys Varsity Basketball Coach Tim St. Laurent who will be running two summer basketball clinics from Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday, June 21st to June 23rd AND August 16th to August 18th, at the outdoor courts at Sweeney Court (we are bringing in additional hoops). The clinic will be from 9am to noon each day. This clinic is for boys and girls in grades 1 through 9 (2021-22 School Year). The sessions will be fun drills that concentrate on dribbling, passing, shooting, proper foot- work, and defense. There will be games throughout the morning for all levels. The clinic will be run by the coaching staff, current, and former players of the high school team. Cost: $120 for each session; $200 if you sign up for both. Email Heather DePriest at depriesth@manchester.ma.us for the discount code. Location: Sweeney Courts Ballers: Boys and Girls in Grades 1-9 Time: 9:00am-12pm Session 1: Mon, Tues & Wed June 21th, 22nd & 23rd Session 2: Mon, Tues & Wed August 16th, 17th & 18th Fee: $120.00 for each, sign up for both for only $200 ****************************************************************************************************************** Summer Ninja Knucklebones (Grades K-1)- Back by popular demand. Knucklebones Ninja for children in grades K-1. Knucklebones Ninja is a blend of strength, skill, flexibility, fitness, and fun. Throughout class, participants will engage in various games, drills, elements, and obstacle courses. From scaling up cargo nets on a truss, to walking across balance beams, climbing over the A-frame, to hanging on monkey bars, this class allows participants to have fun while progressing through the basics of ninja warrior elements. This great program will take place at Sweeney Park. Knucklebones is known to have the best unique sports equipment around to keep the kids engaged and excited for the next class. Location: Sweeney Park Dates: August 23rd- August 26th Time: 9:00am-12:00pm (Raindate reserved for Friday) Fee: $230.00 Summer Athletics with Knucklebones (Grades 2-5)- Back by popular demand!!! Athletics with Knucklebones, this class is NOT your average sports class! Using an array of high quality, unique equipment, we will play outside the box games for all to enjoy. Capture the Flag meets giant six-foot inflatable tube, welcome to Powerball! Gaga, Poison and theme days - Color Games, Olym- pics and Survivor; everyone will be challenged, learn new skills and have a blast. Proper clothing and sneakers are required. Mask and water bottle required. Location: Sweeney Park Dates: August 23rd-August 26th Time: 1:00pm-4:00pm (Raindate reserved for Friday) Fee: $230.00
Summer Pottery & Art Class with Ms. Brousseau (Grades 2-7) -Join Ms. Brousseau for the week of June 21st-June 24th, 9:00am-12:00pm at scenic Tuck’s Point, Chowder House. We will be working with clay, printmaking, painting, and creating batiks! This class will fo- cus on creating ocean art with clay fish, sailboat batiks, painting ocean colors, and printmaking. All supplies included in the fee. Finished clay projects will be picked up in Manchester anytime on the July 2nd. Please bring a mask, smock, snack and water bottle to class. Location: Tuck’s Point, Chowder House Time: 9:00-12:00 pm Dates: June 21st- June 24th Fee: $190.00 Summer Song Writing Club (Ages 7-12)-Join singer/songwriter Ruthanne Paulson, owner/ director of Performing Arts Inspirations and learn to write your own songs! What inspires you? Turn it into a song! Explore music, melodies and different types of songs. Use art and nature for inspira- tion. Have fun writing lyrics and creating tunes to go with it. Together we will write a song book and sing for our families on the last day of the program. Please bring a mask and water bottle. Date: Monday- Thursday, July 5th-8th Time: 9:00am-12:00pm Location: Chowder House, Tuck's Point Fee: $140.00 Incrediflix LEGO Movie Making Club - Action Mov- ie Flix (Ages 7- 13)-Bring Lego worlds to life! Incrediflix will provide the Legos. You provide your imagination and love for Legos. In this summer program we will work in groups to create a Lego movie set with Lego characters for a stop-motion movie, you'll storyboard, shoot and add voice-overs too. All supplies will be included and sanitize. All students must wear a facial mask. The created movie will be emailed one month after the class ends. Location: Tuck's Point Chowder House Dates: Monday-Thursday, July 12th - July 15th Time: 1:00-4:00pm Fee: $190.00 Seaside Crafts with Mrs. Heslop- Nautical inspired craft club at Tuck’s Point!!!! Let’s get crafty at beautiful seaside Tuck’s Point with Mrs. Heslop. This four day craft club will get inspired with the pure beauty of Tuck’s Point from the ocean life, boats, people, Rotunda and everything that Tuck’s Point has to offer to inspire your budding artist. Each day will be a different day of crafts. The fee includes all supplies. Don’t delay and register today. This class is gauged for children 7-12. Date: July 19th -July 22nd Time: 9:00 am- 11:00 am Location: Tuck’s Point, Chowder House Fee: $110.00
Wire by Ryan- Summer Editions @ Tuck’s Point - Due to popular demand we have been asked to bring back Wire by Ryan. Join local award winning wire sculptor Ryan Kelley as you com- bine wire, inspiration, and creativity! Bring a small rock from home, scavenge for natural found ob- jects, or just use the copper wire provided to sculpt whatever your heart desires! There is no end to the possibilities! All supplies and tools are provided for this class. Please wear a mask and bring a water bottle and snack. Location: Tuck’s Point, Chowder House Session One: Wednesday, July 21st, 4:00-6:00pm Session Two: Wednesday, August 11th, 4:00-6:00pm Fee: $60.00 per session Cardboard Box Theater Club with Ruthanne Paulson (Grades 2-7)- Join Ruthanne Paulson, owner/director of Performing Arts Inspirations for a week of Theater fun! We will play thea- ter games and learn to think on our feet with spontaneous improvisation activities. Put on a costume, dive into the prop box and maybe even make a cardboard set! Use your imagination to develop characters, storylines, and create skits with your friends. Please bring a mask, snack and a bottled water to every class. Location: Tuck's Point, Chowder House Dates: Monday- Thursday July 26th- 29th Time: 9:00am -12 Noon Fee: $145.00 Chess Wizards Club at Tuck’s Point (Grades 1st-6th)-Say YES to Chess!!! Join Chess Wizards for an interactive, scholastic program where kids can collaborate, gain confidence, improve chess skills, meet new friends and work out their most powerful muscle- Their brains!! Appropriate for be- ginner to intermediate chess players. All students will receive a trophy, puzzle folder and wizard t- shirt. Come join the fun!!! We will offer two sessions of this program, as to keep up with demand in this chess loving community. Location: Tuck’s Point, Chowder House Session1: August 16th-19th 9:00-12:00pm Session 2: August 16th-19th 1:00-4:00pm Fee: $170.00 per session
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$65
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Summer Playground 2021
Manchester Summer Playground...where memories are made!
The century old Manchester summer tradition is back! This year we will be
offering our Summer Playground Program by the week, for 7 weeks this
summer. By offering this program by the week, we can monitor the size of
the groups and work with the CDC guidelines to keep everyone safe while
still offering this great summer program that we all love!!! All the favorites
of Manchester Summer Playground will take place. We will play sports, gym
games, board games, table games, water games, tournaments & competi-
tions, Hat Day, STEM creations, annual 4th of July t-shirt creations, friend-
ships bracelets and gimp. We will also have special guests that may include
Curious Creatures, Knucklebones, Archery, Yoga, BMX Bikes and
Magicians!!! We will also take local fields trips on Fridays to Singing Beach,
Tuck's Point, Sweeney Park, White Beach and Agassiz Rock!
These weeks will fill up fast so please register for the weeks that work best
for your family.
7 Week 2021 Schedule:
Week 1: June 28th- July 2nd
Week 2: July 6th- 9th (4 days)
Week 3: July 12th- July 16th
Week 4: July 19th-23rd
Week 5: July 26th- 30th
Week 6: August 2nd-6th
Week 7: August 9th-13th
Fee: ONLY $65 per week!
Location: Manchester Essex Regional High School
Time: 9:00am-12:00pm
Manchester Parks and Recreation Summer Programs will be following all
the CDC Guidelines to ensure the safety of staff and the
participants. Scholarships are available.Moore Colour Miss. Judianne for Summertime Art Club (Ages 6-12) -Come join art- ist and owner of Moore Colour Miss. Judianne for Summertime Art Club. Summertime Art Club will enjoy various beach inspired crafts at the Chowder House, Tuck’s Point. The students will enjoy making pop art underwater self portraits to funky painted rocks and wire photo holders. Together we will enjoy little science, a little sand and lots of art! All supplies are included in the fee of this class. Please bring a mask, snack and water bottle. Due to popular demand we are offering this class for two sessions this summer. Location: Tuck’s Point, Chowder House Fee: $140.00 per session Session 1: July 26th-29th Time: 1:00-4:00pm Session 2: August 2nd- 5th Time: 9:00am- 12:00pm A Herpetological Hike Adventure with Andrew Pazar (Grades 2-7)-The woods around Agassiz Rock are home to many different types of reptiles and amphibians (sometimes call “herps”) such as snakes, frogs, and salamanders. Spend the morning roaming the trails, flipping rocks and logs, dipping into vernal pools, and exploring creeks for these amazing animals. We will learn about their varied lifecycles as well as what habitats they prefer. Participants should wear shoes/boots that can get wet and clothes that can get dirty. Date: Thursday, July 8th Location: Agassiz Rock Time: 10:00am-12:00pm Fee: $55.00 Wild Edibles for Beginners with Andrew Pazar (Grades 2-7)-Chances are you’ve found wild blueberries before and popped one in your mouth. Maybe a blackberry too. But did you know that you can eat the leaves off a vine called greenbriar? Or that the inner bark of yellow birch trees tastes like wintergreen? Join us for a ramble through the woods of Agassiz Rock while we look for some of the foods that nature provides. Participants should wear shoes/boots that can get wet and clothes that can get dirty. Date: Thursday, July 29th Location: Agassiz Rock Time: 10:00am-12:00pm Fee: $55.00
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Friday, June 18th Manchester’s 375th
Birthday Party & Concert (5:00-8:00pm)
Join us for live music in Masconomo featuring Chris & Joe with special guest Dennis Monagle. Feel free to bring your
supper or snacks and enjoy on the lawn. We will distribute sweet treats to all. Sign up will be required for treat supply to
be adequate. Sign-ups will be available starting June 1st on the town website under Parks and Recreation.
www.mbtsrec.com. Rain date: Saturday, June 19th at 5:00 to 8:00 PM
June 22nd – Annie Brobst Band (6:00-8:00pm)
This sought after and awarded New England artist provides any audience with her powerful stage presence and keeps
them engaged from start to finish with the effortless control and beautiful tone of her voice. Her unique songwriting
comes from stories from her own life, ranging from traditional country to pop country.
June 29th – Brian Alex (6:00-8:00pm)
Brian Alex from the band Entrain, spent much of 2020 broadcasting “Live In The Living Room” concerts from his home in
Manchester by the Sea during the Covid 19 pandemic. For summer 2021 he’s bringing his favorite guests outside to
Manchester’s beautiful Masconomo Park. Joining Brian will be Boston Pops pianist Ben Cook, Alex MacDougall on
drums and vocals, and Vinny Briguglio on bass.
Sunday, July 4th Special Concert with the 4th of July Committee
Compaq Big Band (6:00-8:00pm)
Special night with a 20 piece big band with plenty of patriotic favorites! They have kept new
England swinging since 1975 with all the old favorites.
July 6th – Spike the Punch (6:00-8:00pm)
Spike The Punch is a high energy rock band based out of Boston. The band formed by Jeff Fraser of Essex has been
performing cover songs at the Boston area's top night clubs since November 2000 and is rocking the town as strong as
ever playing live music from yesterday to today and leaving audiences wanting more!
July 13th – East Coast Soul (6:00-8:00pm)
East Coast Soul is a passionate collective of ensembles focused on bringing an unparalleled level of energy and style to
your event. A collection of Berklee professors, alumni, and other elite performers, we have curated a timeless repertoire
through years of performance experience. Funk, soul and damn good dance vibes! You will be up and dancing and lov-
ing every minute of the show!!
July 20th - Conscious Reggae (6:00-8:00pm)
Who doesn’t love reggae? The Conscious Reggae Band incorporates classic and modern sounds to convey a psycho-
logical relief through music. The Boston based band brings a unique feel to music and shares the genuine adoration for
what is referred to as “conscious music”.
July 27th – Fast Times 80’s Band (6:00-8:00pm)
This 80’s band rocks the stage with their wild hair, keytars and relentless musical output. This non-stop high energy
band is full of costumes and gives a top-notch performance. They bring to the table over 100 80’s classics from dance,
hip hop and hair metal. They have over 15 years of live experience and over 1,000 gigs under them.
August 3rd - The Lisa Love Experience (6:00-8:00pm)
New England's Multi Award Winning Party Band is the most sought-after Boston wedding band around! Performing to-
day’s hit and old school classics, if you’re looking to dance, party, have fun or just sit back and enjoy the show, this band
specializes in turning any occasion into an “experience” of a lifetime.
August 10th – 4EverFab (6:00-8:00pm)
4EverFab is New England's Best Beatles Tribute Band. 4EverFab recreates this revered music as authentically as possi-
ble, using many of the same style of instruments The Beatles played. Unique elements of each show include narrat-
ing the "back-stories" of the songs, placing them in context of the 60s, and playing each show "By Request" so that audi-
ences hear the songs they want to hear. We play songs from ALL eras of The Beatles' music, from Love Me Do to the
very final medley on Abbey Road.
August 17th- Cape Ann Big Band– with the 375th Celebration (6:00-8:00pm)
This diverse 17-piece big band entertains and delights audiences with danceable music
infused with jazz, swing, soul, and rock n’ roll that will bring you back in time. Driven by
the talents of Cape Ann musicians, the Cape Ann Big Band prides itself in performing to
entertain and connect with its local community.MANCHESTER PARKS & RECREATION
PROGRAM REGISTRATION FORM
RETURN WITH CHECK TO: CONTACT INFORMATION:
Manchester Parks & Recreation Cheryl Marshall, Director of Parks & Recreation
10 Central Street Telephone: 978-526-2019
Manchester, MA 01944 Fax: 978-526-2001
OR VISIT marshallc@manchester.ma.us
Manchester Town Hall, Room # 9 www.manchester.ma.us/recreation
Or www.mbtsrec.com
HEAD OF HOUSEHOLD FIRST & LAST NAME
ADDRESS
HOME PHONE WORK PHONE CELL PHONE
E-MAIL ADDRESS
PROGRAM REGISTRATION CHOICES
Participant’s Name Date of Birth Grade Program Name Fee
if applicable
TYPE OF PAYMENT: CASH CHECK CREDIT CARD
(We accept Visa, MasterCard, Discover & American Express online or in the office)
T-shirt size_________ TOTAL FEE:
In consideration for my/my child’s participation in programs sponsored by the Town of Manchester-by-the-Sea
(the “TOWN”), I hereby release and discharge the Town, its employees, volunteers and agents from any and
all claims for personal injury or other damage that I/my child might sustain or that might occur in the future as
a result of my/my child’s participation in Town of Manchester Parks and Recreation Department Programs,
Events, Trips, and Tours. Further, I agree to indemnify the Town, its employees and agents for any loss,
damages or cost, including attorney’s fees, which the Town may have to pay if any claims arise from said
participation in the program.
Signature: Date:2021 SCHEDULE OF EVENTS
There will be a house decorating contest to be held throughout July 4th
weekend! To enter please go to the Town webpage after June 1st until July 1st!
House Decoration viewing July 3rd at noon—July 4th at 5pm
Saturday, July 3rd Red, White & Blue Pancake Breakfast 7:30-11:00am
The RWB Breakfast is organized by the Manchester-Essex Rotary Club
Sunday, July 4th 375th Boat Parade 3:00-5:00pm
Sunday, July 4th Compaq Big Band Concert at Masconomo Park 6:00-8:00pm
The 4th of July Parade and Fireworks will return in 2022!!!!
For information regarding the 4th of July please contact the Parks & Recreation at 978-526-2019 or
send an email to fourthofjuly@manchester.ma.us
Hornets After School Program is BACK this Fall!!
The Hornets After School Program will be back in the Fall 2021!!! The Hornet’s After School Pro-
gram is a full time after school program that offers a safe, supportive alternative between school and
home for the children of Manchester-by-the-Sea in grades K - 5. The Hornet’s after School Pro-
gram is run by the Manchester Parks and Recreation Department. The staff of the Hornet’s After
School Program are chosen carefully and must meet the strict requirements of the Massachusetts
Department of Early Education & Care, who is our licensing body. Heather DePriest has run the Af-
ter School Program since its inception in January 2007. Heather also serves as the Program Direc-
tor for the Parks and Recreation Department.
The program runs every school day from 3:00-6:00PM at the Manchester Memorial School. Parents
have the option of sending their children anywhere from 1— 5 days per week. Tuition is paid month-
ly of the first of each month for the previous month’s use. Please pack appropriate clothes because
we will play outside as much as we can. Do you have questions about the program? Please email
Heather DePriest, the Program Director at depriesth@manchester.ma.us
After School Program Activity Schedule
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3:00-3:20- Snack Time
3:20-3:40- Clean Up & Prep for Outside
3:45-5:00- Outside Time/ Gym Time
5:00-5:25- Homework Time- Quite Reading Time
5:25-6:00- Free Time/ Extra Homework Time if needed
2021-2022 Monthly Tuition Fees:
To register, please complete a registration form and submit the
$65 non-refundable registration fee. (Available after
July 15th on our website at www.mbtsrec.com )
1 Day per week: $99/month
2 Days per week: $160/month
3 Days per week: $225/month
4 Days per week: $280/month
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