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Middletown Recreation & Community Services RECREATION DIVISION WINTER SPRING BROCHURE Featuring activities from January 1 - April 30 With information and registration for summer youth day camp. Registration starts February 1, 2020 . Photo Credit: Top Left ~ joegophotos Top Right ~ L.M. Baldoni Bottom Right ~ Christine Dypa Newton from Farm Hill 61 Durant Terrace Middletown, CT 06457 Phone: 860.638.4500 www.middletownct.gov/recreation PLEASE REGISTER EARLY to ensure your spot!
GENERAL INFORMATION CITY OF MIDDLETOWN OFFICE HOURS: Mayor Benjamin D Florsheim SENIOR & COMMUNITY CENTER: Recreation and Community Services Monday-Friday, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm Commission excluding state and federal holidays. PARKS OFFICE: Chair: Phil Pessina Monday-Friday, 7:00 am - 3:30 pm MEDICAL: Commissioners: The City of Middletown has liability insurance but does Jeanette Blackwell Winfred Lee not carry accident insurance for participants. Personal Akbar Coffy Ed Dypa health and accident insurance is recommended. All Lincoln Everest Matt Fraulino participants must sign our medical release waiver form Anthony Jaskot Susan Laribee before participating in our programs. For participants under the age of eighteen a parental signature is Sal Uccello required. RESIDENT/NONRESIDENT: Resident and nonresident taxpayers will be given priority Please like us on Facebook for all the most up in registering for Middletown Recreation programs. to date information, including storm closing Nonresident taxpayers are defined as individuals owning real estate in the City of Middletown in accordance with information for Middletown Recreation. 214-40 B (2) of the Middletown Code of Ordinance. @Middletown CT Rec RETURNED CHECKS: There is a $10.00 fee for a returned check. RECEIPTS: Please provide a valid email address, so we can email MIDDLETOWN RECREATION all receipts. & COMMUNITY SERVICES REFUNDS : PROGRAMS ARE HELD AT THE Cash and check refunds are processed in about fourteen FOLLOWING SITES: (14) business days!! Programs are contingent on available funding. The Recreation & Community Services Staff Bielefield 70 Maynard Street has made every effort to prepare this brochure Farm Hill 390 Ridge Road as accurately as possible. However, due to Lawrence Kaplan Drive publication deadlines, program information may Macdonough 66 Spring Street require that adjustments be made to programs, Moody 300 Country Club Road fees, schedules, etc. We apologize for any Spencer 207 Westfield Street inconvenience this may cause. Snow 299 Wadsworth Street Wesley Wesleyan Hills Road For the most up to date version of our brochure Keigwin 99 Spruce Street please visit our website: Woodrow Wilson 370 Hunting Hill Ave www.middletownct.gov/current brochure Middletown High 200 LaRosa Lane Senior & Community Center 61 Durant Terrace 2
Department Contact Information ADULT & YOUTH LEAGUE CONTACTS Ahern Whalen Baseball RECREATION DIVISION : 61 Durant Terrace RECREATION DIVISION Phone Number http://mybbsb.org Office Office Main 860.638.4500 860.638.4500 Tom Shea 860.951.1451 Office Fax Office Fax 860.344.3319 860.344.3319 Russ Cormier 860.980.0378 Director Acting - Cathy Debbie Director: Lechowicz Stanley 860.638.4505 860.638.4501 vpahernwhalen@mybbsb.org Manager - Karen Nocera Recreation Supervisor: Karen Nocera 860.638.4502 860.638.4502 Recreation Supervisor Supervisor: Dean Wilborn - Dean Wilborn 860.638.4503 860.638.4503 Men’s Softball 203.427.5377 Program/Budget Budget Analyst - Analyst: Jody Krupa Jody Picard 860.638.4508 860.638.4508 Email: Clerk - rec@middletownct.gov Rebecca Carroll 860.638.4500 Women’s Softball 860.343.0555 Like usrec@middletownct.gov Email: on Facebook! “Middletown Rec” Like us on Facebook! @MiddletownCTRec Middletown Little League Follow us on Instagram! @MiddletownCTRec http://mybbsb.org Russ Cormier 860.980.0378 SENIOR DIVISION Middletown Youth Football & Cheerleading Senior & Community Center Jrbluedragons.com Office 860.638.4540 info@jrbluedragons.com Office Fax 860.344.3319 Jim Gallant 860.800.2070 Director - Cathy Lechowicz 860.638.4505 Middletown Youth Soccer Manager - Ann Gregg 860.638.4548 middletownsoccer.org Coordinator - Heidi Geores 860.638.4541 Steve Crouch 860.347.9397 Specialist - Laura Runte 860.638.4542 Clerk - Rebecca Carroll 860.638.4500 Middletown Youth Lacrosse Email: seniors@middletownct.gov www.middletownyouthlacrosse.org Like us on Facebook! Middletown Senior Services middletownyouthlacrosse@gmail.com PARKS DIVISION OF PUBLIC WORKS Robert McMullen 860-.469.5290 Office 860.638.4520 Superintendent - Brian Young 860.638.4522 Prof. Gallitto Youth Basketball Clerk - Christina Giurintano 860.638.4521 Coed Grades K-2 Recreation Division Field Conditions and Cancellations 860.344.3552 Dean Wilborn 860.638.4503 Field and Park Reservations 860.638.4520 Boys Grades 3-8 Zach Eddinger 860.632.2900 MCA/ARTS OFFICE http://www.valesc.org 245 deKoven Drive Coordinator: Kisha Michael 860.638.4510 Girls Grades K-8 Harold Panciera 860.346.6697 www.middletownct.gov/arts PGGbasketball.org Park Hours Parks open sunrise to sunset for pedestrian use. Winter December 1 - February 28 Gates open 8:00 am and close at 2:30 pm, Monday - Friday. Excluding when the rink is open, at Veterans Park. Summer March 1 - November 30, every day. Gates open at 8:00 am and close at sunset. 3
CITY OF MIDDLETOWN’S SKATING RINK AT VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK Saturday, November 30 - Saturday March 28 Saturdays and Sundays 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm Monday January 20 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm No School Tuesday, February 18 12:00 pm – 4:00 pm No School Last Saturday of the month, the rink will be open 12:00 pm – 7:00 pm Saturday, January 25 Saturday, February 29 Saturday, March 28 RINK ADMISSION FEES Middletown Residents: Adults $5.00 Kids $3.00 Non-Residents: Adults $8.00 Kids $3.00 Season Pass (includes skate rental): Resident Family Pass $25.00 Resident Individual Pass $15.00 Resident Senior Pass Free Nonresident Family Pass $50.00 Nonresident Individual Pass $30.00 Nonresident Senior Pass $15.00 Skate Rental $4.00 for non season pass holders Rink Rental: $125 an hour This rate includes one staff person. Any additional staff will be charged at $15 per hour. For groups of 15 or more during operational hours: $4/person all-inclusive. 4
Snow Day Policy Please check local news stations for Middletown Public Schools closings. If Middletown Public schools are CLOSED for the day, ALL RECREATION PROGRAMS ARE CANCELLED. If Middletown Public schools have an EARLY dismissal, AFTERNOON AND EVENING RECREATION PROGRAMS ARE CANCELLED. For the most up to date notifications We also post on our Facebook page ~ @MiddletownCTRec We also post on our Instagram page ~ @MiddletownCTRec When in doubt please call the Recreation Division @ 860.638.4500 Recreation and Community Services Department Mission Statement The Recreation & Community Services Department will enhance the quality of life for all Middletown residents with regard to recreational, athletic, leisure, and senior services. Through community partnerships, long range planning, and professional management, the Department is committed to the highest level of equitable service, integrity, safety, and fiscal management. The Department will enhance the dignity of seniors while supporting their wellness and independence and encouraging their community involvement. Inclusion Mission Statement The Middletown Recreation & Community Services Department recognizes the value of including people with all levels of ability as a means of strengthening our community and providing a recreational choice. We provide opportunities for people with and without disabilities to experience recreation together. We strive to enhance each individual’s potential for full and active participation through specialized programs designed for those who need more assistance. For specific information concerning policy and programming, please call our office at 860.638.4500. Please allow a minimum of ten days for our department to make accommodations. YOUTH SPORTS GRANTS APPLICATIONS are available now and due by Wednesday, January 15, 2020 by 4:30 pm. http://www.middletownct.gov/DocumentCenter/View/2582/Sports-Grant-Application-PDF Any questions, please contact Karen Nocera at 860.638.4502 Middletown Public Schools is providing Clever Kids University, a bilingual mobile kindergarten readiness app, for FREE to Middletown children and their families. This engaging app will help your child excel at reading and be better prepared for school. Download the app and play with your child 15 minutes each day. Register for FREE at www.myf2b.com/register/middletown 5
DETROIT HUNTER & RAY JACOBS “EASTER FUN” Saturday April 4 Residents 12 and under Free Indoor Event Woodrow Wilson Middle School 370 Hunting Hill Avenue Please arrive thirty minutes before your first age group and have your free instant picture taken with the Easter Bunny!! Participants should bring an Easter Basket with them. Easter Candy Hunt in the large gym, with activities in the cafeteria and small gym. The Easter Candy Hunt is sponsored by the Kiwanis Club of Middletown, Batista Dunkin’ and Vox Church. The pictures with the Easter Bunny are sponsored by Central Connecticut Pediatric Dentistry in Middletown. Make sure to enter one of the Easter Basket Raffles!!! There is a 10:30, 11:00 and 11:30 Raffle. Please try to participate in the appropriate age group for the Easter Candy Hunt, but if you miss your age group you may participate as follows: 10:00 am 1 years old and under 10:10 am 2 years old and under 10:20 am 3 years old and under 10:30 am 4 years old and under 10:40 am 5 years old and under 10:50 am 6 years old and under 11:00 am 7 years old and under 11:10 am 8 years old and under 11:20 am 9 years old and under 11:30 am 10 – 12 years old and under 6
SATURDAY APRIL 25 RAIN OR SHINE Ages 4 – 14 All participants must be accompanied by an adult Check-in & Registration Starts at 8:00 am Fishing Derby 8:00-10:00 am Awards 10:15 am Registration #517080 Preregistration Fee: $1.00 Day of & Nonresident Fee: $2.00 Please pre-register online at www.middletownct.gov/webtrac, by mail or register in person at the Senior and Community Center, 61 Durant Terrace. The fishing derby requires a unique registration form. Registrations will be taken the day of the event if space permits, 250 maximum enrollment. Any questions please call the Recreation Division at 860.638.4500. SPONSORED BY: The Recreation & Community Services The Planning Conservation & Development The Public Works Department The Health Department Come test your angling skills and try catching some of the amazing variety of fish in Butternut Pond! Don’t know how to fish? There will be volunteers to help! Don’t have a fishing pole? There will be a limited number of fishing poles available to borrow! Don’t have any bait? The Fishin’ Factory has donated bait! 7
GENERAL SWIMMING INFORMATION VETERANS POOL & McCUTCHEON PARK @ CRYSTAL LAKE Children under 16 years must be accompanied by an adult at all times. VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK & POOL Walnut Grove Road 860.638.4528 Pool opens Saturday, June 20 and closes Sunday, August 16. Pool Passes are available at Veterans Pool or The Rec Office. Pool Pass applications and swim lesson registration forms are on our city website, middletownct.gov/recreation/forms or in the Recreation Office. On July 4th Public Swim will be 12:05 - 4:30 pm and 6:00 - 7:45 pm. Wading Pool is open during swim team practice and swimming lessons. . Monday - Friday 9:00am - 12:15 pm Swimming Lessons Monday - Friday 12:30 - 2:30 pm Camp Swim Monday - Friday 1:30 - 4:30 pm Public Swim Monday - Friday 4:30 - 6:30 pm Swim Team Practice Monday - Friday 6:00 - 6:30 pm Small End only Public Swim 6:30 - 7:45 pm Saturday - Sunday 12:00 - 7:45 pm Public Swim Daily Resident Non Resident Passes Resident Non Resident Admission Fees Fees Fees Fees Child 3 - 17 2.00 4.00 Individual 15.00 30.00 Adult 18 - 59 4.00 8.00 Family 25.00 50.00 Senior 60+ 0.00 4.00 Senior 60+ 0.00 30.00 McCUTCHEON PARK @ CRYSTAL LAKE 860.343.8010 Swimming for Middletown Residents only. McCutcheon Park is located on Livingston Road in Middletown. Dates of Operation: Monday, June 22 - Friday, August 7 Public Swim: Every day 11:30 am until 7:00 pm. Middletown Residents please show your license to the lifeguards on duty. 8
Fun Instructional Competitive Ages 5 - 18 Registration Number: Preseason Monday, May 18 233108 May 26 to June 18 Swim Team Please use Tuesdays, Wednesdays & Thursdays Parent meeting Swim Registration Form 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Resident: $125 Woodrow Wilson Middle School Senior & Community Nonresident: $145 Regular Season Center Café June 22 to August 2 Swimmers are required to Practices: complete one 25 yard length Monday - Friday of the pool prior to joining. 9:00 am - 11:00 am Fees cover preseason and/or 4:30 pm - 6:30 pm and regular season. At Veterans’ Memorial Pool Diving Practice Email: Vetsswimteam@gmail.com Thursdays Meets: Primarily on weekday evenings @ 5:45 pm June 25 Additional practices may be scheduled July 2 — 30 Goggles recommended MHS POOL 9
SUNDAY SWIM NO SCHOOL SWIM DAY All Ages All Ages Sundays: January 12 - March 29 Thursday, April 16 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm NEW TIME Woodrow Wilson Middle School Pool 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm NEW TIME Woodrow Wilson Middle School Pool Resident Fees $2 Ages 3-17 $4 Ages 18-59 Free Seniors 60+ Resident Fees $2 Ages 3-17 $4 Ages 18-59 Free Seniors 60+ Nonresident Fees Nonresident Fees $4 Ages 3-17 $8 Ages 18+ $4 Ages 3-17 $8 Ages 18+ Resident Veterans Pool Passes from 2019 will be Resident Veterans Pool Passes from 2019 will be accepted or pay at the door. Children 16 years and accepted or pay at the door. Children 16 years and younger must be accompanied by an adult. younger must be accompanied by an adult. Only U.S. Coast Guard approved flotation devices. Only U.S. Coast Guard-approved flotation devices. We would love to have your family march with us in the Middletown Memorial Day Parade! Monday, May 25, 2019! Come wearing anything patriotic, any Recreation shirt, or carrying your favorite piece of sports equipment. Please meet us at the corner of High St. & Stack St. at 10:00 a.m. Hope to see you there! Look for Mini Free Libraries popping up soon at Middletown Parks. Thanks to Girl Scout Troop 62109 10
YOUTH SWIM LESSONS If space is available, nonresident registrations will be accepted, beginning April 1, 2020. Swim Registration will be cut off at 4:00 PM the Friday before the lesson begins. To participate in a swim program, the child must be the eligible age by December 31, 2020. Parents are asked not to stay in the pool area during swim lessons except for the Tots and Adults class. There are picnic tables next to the wading pool, which is open during swim lessons. TOTS & ADULTS Ages 2 - 3 11:35 am - 12:05 pm Activity # 133108 11, 12, 13, 14 This class is designed to help children become comfortable in the water & develop a willingness to swim. Skill emphasis is on entering & exiting, safety, & movement through the water. An adult must participate with their child. Swim Diapers ONLY. TOTS Ages 4 - 5 Dates: Class available Sessions 1 thru 4 or Saturdays June 23 thru August 11 11:00 - 11:30 am: Activity # 133108 21, 22, 23, 24 11:35 am - 12:05 pm: Activity # 133108 25, 26, 27, 28 Saturday Session: 12:00 - 12:30 pm Activity #133108 29 This class is designed to help children adjust to the water and acquire confidence through kicking, arm movements, wing bubbles, jumping and floating skills. Participants must be toilet trained. LEVEL ONE Ages 6 to 13 9:00 - 9:35 am Activity # 133108 31, 32, 33, 34 9:40 - 10:15 am. Activity # 133108 35, 36, 37, 38 10:20 - 10:55 am Activity # 133108 39, 40, 41, 42 Skill emphasis is on front & back crawl strokes, rhythmic breathing, gliding, treading water, floating and safety. LEVEL TWO Prerequisite: pass Level One 9 :00 - 9:35 am Activity # 133108 50, 51, 52, 53 9:40 - 10:15 am Activity # 133108 54, 55, 56, 57 10:20 - 10:55 am Activity # 133108 58, 59, 60, 61 Emphasis is on refining Level One skills, intro to elementary backstroke, breaststroke, safety skills and use of equipment. LEVEL THREE Prerequisite: pass Level Two 10:00 - 10:45 am Activity # 133108 70, 71, 72, 73 11:00 - 11:45 am Activity # 133108 74, 75, 76, 77 LEVEL FOUR Prerequisite: pass Level Three 9:00 - 9:45 am Activity # 133108-80, -81, -82, -83 This class covers the four racing strokes - freestyle, backstroke, butterfly, & breaststroke turns, and endurance. Session Dates: Activity # 133108 Session 1: June 22 - July 3 Session 2 : July 6 - July 17 Session 3 : July 20 - July 31 Session 4: August 3 - August 14 Fees Resident Nonresident 1st Child $40/session $80/session 2nd Child $20/session $80/session Additional Child $10/session $80/session 11
Ages 5 to 13 8:00 am - 4:00 pm Fee $24 Residents Fee $36 Nonresidents Nonresidents may now register for the Programs below! Registration Number: 120120 No bus transportation. Enjoy a day of games, arts, & crafts, and more! Please bring your own snack, lunch and drinks. WINTER RECESS YOUTH DAY CAMP Tuesday February 18 Includes skating at the skate rink. Wednesday February 19 Spencer School NEW SITE SPRING RECESS YOUTH DAY CAMP Monday April 13 Tuesday April 14 Wednesday April 15 Thursday April 16 Includes swimming at WWMS Please see page 15 for Friday April 17 STEM one day Spencer School no school camps from 9:00 am —12:00 pm. ELECTION DAY YOUTH DAY CAMP Tuesday April 28 Farm Hill School Please see page 13 for Manes in Motion MOVIE TRIPS no school programs Ages 8+ Fee: $5 for April 13 TIME DEPENDS ON SHOW TIME Monday, January 20 Approximately 12pm Monday, February 17 Approximately 12pm These dates are subject-to-change, Friday, April 17 Approximately 12pm if there are changes to the Middletown Please meet in the theater lobby and look for Rec staff. Public Schools Calendar. 12
HORSING AROUND Ages 9+ Monday April 13, 2020 11:00 am - 12:30 pm (No School) Fee per Session: $ 10 resident $ 15 nonresident Manes and Motions 874 Millbrook Road 860.685.0008 ext. 1 Jeanne Pellino Program Coordinator Join Manes and Motion’s horses to learn about their care. Program includes grooming, a barn tour, and making a healthy horse treat. Minimum 6 and a Maximum of 12 participants Wear outdoor clothing & parents will also have to sign the facility waiver. Registration Number 310310, must be registered by April 6. BOOKS WITH BELLA Ages 4 – 8 Monday April 13, 2020 9:00 am - 10:30 pm ( No School ) Fee per Session: $10 resident $ 15 nonresident Manes and Motions 874 Millbrook Road 860.685.0008 ext. 1 Jeanne Pellino Program Coordinator Join Manes and Motion’s therapy horse “ Bella “ for story time, The Wonky Donkey, followed by a horse related craft time. Minimum 6 and a Maximum of 12 participants Wear outdoor clothing & parents will also have to sign the facility waiver. Registration Number 310310, must be registered by April 6. FAMILY TIE DYE WORKSHOP Ages 8 - 88 Saturday, April 18 9:30 am - 12:00 pm Drop in any time before 11:00 am. Each item should take about thirty minutes. Senior and Community Center Art Room Fee: $2 resident, $3 nonresident Join us to have some tie dye fun. Please bring plenty of items to tie dye. Registration Number: 313313 13
FREE FAMILY STEM NIGHT Wednesday, January 8 6:00pm - 7:15pm Ages 8+ Instructor: Christopher Stone Senior & Community Center Art Room Join us for a fun night of exploring Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math! You’ll have a chance to build a rocket, create a tower, code with our Ozobots and Over Seventeen Years of STEM many more hands-on STEM activities. Our evening will Enrichment for Students and Families include a preview of our Winter Recreation programs. www.ctstemacademy.org Registration Number: 345345 LEGO ROBOTICS INTRODUCTION Wednesdays January 22 - February 26 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm Ages 9 –13 Fee: $55 resident, $60 nonresident each session Instructor: Christopher Stone Senior & Community Center Art Room The great minds at LEGO have provided the tools and means for us to use their fun kits to do more advanced STEM and computer science. LEGO Mindstorms are a great facet for students to explore a different side of ro- botics that includes interesting building challenges, programming, and innovative thinking with high interest materials. Registration Number: 345345 STEM EXPLORATIONS Wednesdays March 4 - 25 6:00 pm - 7:15 pm Ages 6-8 Fee: $35 resident, $40 nonresident each session Instructor: Christopher Stone Senior & Community Center Art Room Do you like to explore science, solve problems and use technology? If you do, then STEM Academy is the perfect place for you! Join us for an engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges through hands-on investigations. Our session will include high interest materials such as Legos, K’NEX, Little Bits, and Ozobots! Registration Number: 345345 14
STEM EXPLORATIONS NO SCHOOL CAMP Ages 6 -10 9:00 am - 12:00 pm $25 resident per day $30 nonresident per day February 18 and 19 Keigwin April 13 and 14 Spencer April 28 Farm Hill Instructor: Christopher Stone Does your child like to explore science, solve problems and use technology? If so, then STEM Academy is the perfect place for your child! Join us for a half day engaging session of exploring many different STEM Challenges through hands-on investigations on your child’s day off from school. Topics will include, but not limited to, K'NEX and Lego Building, Rocketry, Coding with Ozobots and Engineering Challenges. Registration Number: 345345 SKYHAWKS - MULTI SPORT Ages 6 - 11 Days: Monday - Friday Dates: June 22—26 9:00 am - 3:00 pm August 10 —14 9:00 am - 3:00 pm Site: Snow School Fee: $139 resident $154 nonresident Programs are designed for the all-around player interested in several sports or for the beginning player de- siring to learn a variety of sports. The programs usually consist of soccer, flag football, baseball & basketball. This fast-paced program is designed to teach the fundamentals of these sports in a fun and enjoyable at- mosphere. Registration Number: 133114 SKYHAWKS - MINI HAWKS Ages 4 - 6 Days: Monday - Friday Dates: June 22—26 9:00 am - 12:00 pm August 10 —14 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Site: Snow School Fee: $75 resident $85 nonresident Mini-Hawk helps participants explore baseball, soccer, and basketball. There is no pressure, just lots of fun! Young athletes participate through unique Skyhawk's games. Our coaches are committed to helping children start off on the right foot as they take their first steps into athletics. Registration Number: 133114 15
SUMMER RECREATION SPORT CAMPS INSTRUCTIONAL BASKETBALL CAMP YOUTH VOLLEYBALL CAMP Ages 5 -10 Ages 12 - 15 Week 5 July 20 - July 24 Days: Monday - Friday 9:00 - 3:00 pm 9:00 - 12:00 pm Week 4 July 13 -17 Week 6 July 27 -31 Keigwin Middle School Fee: $45 resident Middletown High School $50 nonresident Fee: $80 per week Instructor: Coach Kelvin Jones $90 per week Learn dribbling, passing, shooting, and other drills. Instructor: Coach Kelvin Jones Registration Number: 133333 We will introduce you to the game of volleyball and prepare you for volleyball at the high school level. INTERMEDIATE BASKETBALL CAMP You will learn the fundamentals of the game Ages 11 -14 including introduction to each position, techniques Week 1 June 22 - June 26 utilized in each position, and proper rotation on the 9:00 - 12:00 pm court. Skills taught at the beginning of the week will Middletown High School be put into play during games played at the end of Fee: $45 resident each week. Proper t-shirt, sneakers, & water bottle. $50 nonresident Instructor: Coach Ricky Privott Registration Number: 123130 Camp will provide skills, drills, and basketball games. Participants should wear sneakers, shorts, and bring snacks and drinks. RAY BARNES SUMMER BASKETBALL Dates: June 22 - July 31 Registration Number: 133334 Division A: Ages 7 – 9 Days: Monday 5:00 - 7:00 pm TENNIS CAMP Ages 10 -14 Division B: Ages 10 - 15 Week 2 June 29 - July 2 Days: Tuesdays & Thursdays 5:00 - 7:00 pm Site: MHS 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Fee: $10 resident only Middletown High School Teams will be Fee: $ 45 resident created by the Recreation $ 50 nonresident Division. Camp will provide skills, drills, and tennis matches. Registration Participants should wear sneakers, shorts, and Number: bring snacks and drinks. 115010 Registration Number: 133335 16
HOOPS AND MORE Ages 8 - 15 Fridays January 10 February 21 March 13 April 3 May 15 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm FREE Residents only Macdonough School Gym & Cafe Registration Number: 415040 Free basketball drills, games, dance, cheer, table, and board games. OUTREACH ADVENTURES FIELD TRIPS Ages 8 -15 Fee: $ 5.00 Saturdays February 15 Metro Movies March 21 Roller Magic April 25 Bowl-O-Rama Transportation is available at the following bus stops for out-of-town trips only. Daddario Road, Maplewood Terrace, Traverse Square, and Macdonough School. Bus Times to be determined. Registration Number: 415040 Starting January 1, 2021 Middletown Recreation will be producing five brochures annually. Look for the most update to date version at http://www.middletownct.gov/357/Recreation-Services-Division January 1 – Feb 28 March 1 - April 30 May 1 – August 31 September 1 - October 31 November 1 - December 31 17
Middletown Recreation & CUPCAKES, COOKIES, & CANVASES Community Services 7+ may be dropped off, or come as a family & paint together. Fee: $7 resident $10 nonresident 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm Senior & Community Center Registration Number: 329080 No experience necessary. All supplies included. Friday, January 10 Winter Scene Friday, February 28 Tree Friday, March 27 Sun Friday, April 24 Rainbow Fish Friday, May 22 Self/Family Portrait Veterans Memorial Park Friday, June 19 Trees of Honor What can you do with your child's old Halloween Costume!! Middletown Recreation will be accepting gently used Halloween Costumes. Starting November 1, 2019 through October 1, 2020. We will then distribute costumes, Saturday, October 17 at the Fall Festival . More information to follow. Help us make sure every child wears a costume next Halloween. 18
Middletown Recreation & READelicious Preschool Fun Community Services READelicious Preschool Fun Ages 2 - 5 Saturday mornings 10:00 am - 11:00 am Saturday, February 8 Chicka Chicka Boom Boom book and games Saturday, March 7 Let’s learn our letters and have fun learning $3 per session participant only Any accompanying adult is free. Senior and Community Center Socialization Room Registration Number: 300300 Instructors: Angie Spaman and Judy David Each class begins with a fun read aloud story and ends with a related food and craft project. We will have different activities planned with our Recreation staff. Come ready to have lots of fun. MUSIC TOGETHER Newborn to 5 years with parent or caregiver January 2 - March 5 6:00 pm April 2 - June 11 6:00 pm Thursdays Senior & Community Center Instructor: Alicia Haas $190 fee $100 for additional siblings over 8 months old Siblings under 8 months at the time of registration are free with older sibling registration. Music Together® is an innovative, thoroughly researched approach to early childhood music education and is based on the premise that all children are inherently musical. We provide children with new opportunities to experience, express, and develop through music alongside their most important role models their beloved parents, caregivers, and teachers. Tuition fee includes weekly classes led by highly experienced trained Music Together teacher, fully illustrated color family songbook, Music CD as well as download codes with FREE access to "Hello Everybody" app and Family Music Zone. Full support for continuing the musical learning at home! Registration Number: 313123 19
SUMMER YOUTH DAY CAMP PROGRAM INFORMATION HOW TO REGISTER FOR YOUTH DAY CAMP: * Please note camp hours: Doors open 7:30 am with no additional fee Mail or Walk in: Use Youth Day Camp Registration Form Camp 9:00 am - 3:30 pm Online: Visit www.middletownct.gov/webtrac After Care 3:30 - 5:30 pm with an Residents Only additional fee Registration closes in the office at 4:00 pm the Wednesday Participants MUST remain at the same before the program begins and online registrations close campsite. online at 11:59 pm the Wednesday before the program begins. Provided that spaces are still available. We accept: Cash, check, money orders, and debit/credit cards (MasterCard or Visa). Participants are only registered for weeks that are paid for. Financial Aid: Camp fees may be waived if you are eligible for Temporary Aid to Needy Bussing Information Families (TANF). The Recreation Division Busses depart Palmer Field at 7:50 am & depart from participates in the State of CT Care4Kids each camp site at 3:30 pm. program as a provider and has limited scholarships. Please call 860.638.4500 for more Bussing additions and changes MUST be made the information. WEDNESDAY before the enrolled week of camp starts. All changes must be done via email at CHANGES/CANCELLATIONS: rec@middletownct.gov. All cancellations or changes (bussing or camp) must be in writing by the Wednesday prior to Pick up and drop off stops listed below: the programs start. Please email rec@middletownct.gov with the child’s name Bus # 1 and program. NO refunds will be given if this Each bus will stop at each camp process is not followed. There is a $25 Bielefield School - Maynard Street processing fee for refunds. For department Farm Hill School - Ridge Road policies, please read our participant handbook Forge Square - Pameacha Avenue ONLINE. Corner of Green Street & deKoven Drive Corner of Grove & Stack Streets Camp Schedules and Bus Routes will be Maplewood Terrace emailed prior to the start of the summer Palmer Field - Washington Street camp. They are also available for pickup in Traverse Square - Williams Street hard copy from our office and our city website Vinal Tech - Daniels Street in the beginning of June. Woodbury Circle MEDICAL/INSURANCE POLICY: City of Middletown has liability insurance but Bus #2 does not carry accident insurance. Personal Each bus will stop at each camp health and accident insurance is recommended. Highlands Circle - Blacktop All parents/guardians must sign our Medical Moody School Country Club Road Release/Parental Permission form. Palmer Field - Washington Street LATE FEE: If a participant is picked up late, there Plaza Drive - Lower is a $10 charge for every 10 minutes, for each Rose Circle & Newfield Street participant. The charge will be posted to your Snow School - Wadsworth Street account and you will need to pay before you can Spencer School - Westfield Street register for another program. If participants are Corner of Town Colony & Westlake picked up late more than twice, they may be dismissed from camp. 20
Registration Information Doors open Aftercare Dates Camp Crystal 7:30 am Fee 1st Sibling at camp Camp Crystal Week Monday - Friday Sibling Camp runs child Discount site Fee Discount 9:00 -3:30 pm 3:30 - 5:30 1 June 22 - 26 7:30 -3:30 pm $80 $60 $30 $95 $75 2 June 29 - July 2 7:30 -3:30 pm $68 $68 $24 $80 $80 3 July 6 - 10 7:30 -3:30 pm $80 $60 $30 $95 $75 4 July 13 - 17 7:30 -3:30 pm $80 $60 $30 $95 $75 5 July 20 - 24 7:30 -3:30 pm $80 $60 $30 $95 $75 6 July 27 - July 31 7:30 -3:30 pm $80 $60 $30 $95 $75 7 August 3 - 7 7:30 -3:30 pm $80 $60 $30 $95 $75 8 August 10 - 14 8:00 - 4:00 pm $120 N/A N/A N/A N/A YOUTH DAY CAMPS Sites may be subject to change Registration # Camp Name Weeks For participants born in Site Times 133301 Safety Time Entering Kindergarten Bielefield 9:00 am - 3:00 pm 3 & 5 Only NO BUSSING 133303 Good Time 1-7 born in Spencer 7:30 am - 3:30 pm 2009 - 2015 133306 Fun Time 1-7 born in Snow 7:30 am - 3:30 pm 2009 - 2015 133305 Play Time 1-7 born in Moody 7:30 am - 3:30 pm 2009 - 2015 133307 Great Time 1-7 born in Farm Hill 7:30 am - 3:30 pm 2005 - 2009 133308 Camp Crystal 1-7 born in Crystal Lake 7:30 am - 3:30 pm 2010 - 2015 133126 Multi Sport Time 5, 6, and 7 born in Moody 7:30 am - 3:30 pm 2007-2014 133126 Baseball Time born in Moody 7:30 am - 3:30 pm 2, 3, and 4 2007-2014 133127 Dance Time 3 - 7 Only born in Snow 7:30 am - 3:30 pm 2007-2014 Same # as Reg # After Care Offered at all sites except Crystal Lake goes 3:30 pm - 5:30 pm 1-7 Safety and WWMS to Spencer School 133310 Late Summer Fun born in Spencer 8:00 am - 4:00 pm 8 Only 2005 - 2015 Middletown Recreation Youth Day Programs are not Connecticut State licensed day camp programs. Staff members are teachers, college, and high school students, paraprofessionals, and nurses. 21
Middletown Recreation & Community Services Middletownct.gov/Recreation Summer Youth Day Camp Junior Counselor Program for students born in 2004 or 2005 Camp starts June 22 and runs for seven consecutive Mandatory Orientation weeks ending August 7. Camp is five days a week and Tuesday , June 2 - 4:00 pm runs from 9:00 – 3:30pm. There are camps at Bielefield, Spencer, Moody, Snow, Farm Hill, and Crystal Lake. Or Saturday, June 6 - 8:00 am This summer experience will help foster leadership, motivational skills, character development, appropriate Senior and Recreation Center decision making, communication, and working 61 Durant Terrace professionally with staff, families, and children. During the summer, Junior Counselors will be trained to work with participants with guidance from other staff For more information, please contact and recreation supervisors. Karen Nocera - 860.638.4502 Please complete the Youth Day Registration form, karen.nocera@middletownct.gov there is no online registration for junior counselors. Please call Karen to schedule an appointment with all completed paperwork, including two letters of recommendation from teachers or coaches to your registration. Sign up for a minimum of three weeks. You will start at two days a week and it could increase with your site director’s positive recommendations. Most sites swims once a week and goes on one field trip off site each week. NO Junior Counselor applications will be accepted after mandatory training. Fee: $15 a week All applicants must be born in 2004 or 2005. 22
Winter and Spring Sessions GVSA SOCCER GVSA SOCCER Monday evenings — Winter Session Saturday mornings — Spring Session January 27 - March 2 April 18 - May 23 5:30 pm - 6:30 pm Ages 4 -5 9:00 am -10:00 am Ages 4 -5 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm Ages 6 -9 10:00 am -11:00 am Ages 6 - 10 Wesley School Gym 360 Long Hill Road Fee: $95 resident Fee: $95 resident $105 nonresident $105 nonresident Instructor: Goran Vasic Instructor: Goran Vasic For more info, please call Goran at 1.201.532.3778. For more info, please call Goran at 1.201.532.3778 Registration Number: 370370 Registration Number: 370370 FAMILY SOCCER FUN KIDSCAPADES SIZZLING SCIENCE Ages 2.5 - 4 Ages 4 - 8 Tuesday February 18 January 4 and/or February 8 Wednesday February 19 March 7 9:30 am - 10:30 am 10:00 - 11:00 am Keigwin Gym Fee per class $15 resident $20 nonresident Fee: $10 resident each day Senior and Community Center Art Room $15 nonresident each day Instructor: Jamila Ranno superkicksct@gmail.com Come fizz, pop, and boom with Sizzling Science! Children will discover the fun and fascinating world Come have fun learning the game of soccer with of science through amazing hands-on based your child. experiments, some with an eruption component. Parents siblings friends come together and learn Future scientists will be engaged and inspired! fundamentals of soccer. Registration Number: 360360 We will have 45 minutes of soccer fun then a soccer snack. Instructor: Elena Bigio kidscapadesllc@gmail.com No drop offs please. Wear sneakers and comfortable clothes!! Registration Number: 300300 23
SOUTH FARMS TRACK CLUB Athletes entering grades 5 - 12 Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday Session 1 June 15 - July 11 Session 2 August 3 - August 22 Mondays & Wednesdays Grades 5 - 8 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm Grades 9 - 12 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm AND Saturdays Grades 5 - 8 8:00 am - 9:30 am Grades 9 - 12 9:30 am - 11:00 am Woodrow Wilson Track, Zoar Park, Mattabesett Trail on Cedar Lane Fee: $80 resident $90 nonresident Athletes will learn the fundamentals of Cross Country Running while developing their understanding of “healthy living” and fostering a love of the outdoors. All registered athletes of the South Farms Track Club will receive discounts to a variety of road races directed by JB Sports and be eligible for USATF team competitions. Instructor: Christopher Stonier southfarmstc@gmail.com Registration Number: 331102 Please bring a water jug !! Chris Stonier is the head coach of the Cross Country and Track & Field programs at Xavier High School. His journey began back in 2007 when he created Branford's youth running program, and he has since led his Xavier athletes to five state championships and one New England championship. In 2017, the team competed at the Nike Cross National race in Portland, Oregon. Registration is available through MiddletownYouthLacrosse.org and not through Middletown Recreation. Middletown Youth Lacrosse is now accepting online registrations. http://www.middletownyouthlacrosse.org/ 24
FAMILY FUN NIGHT All Ages Friday, January 17 from 5:00 - 8:30 pm Snow Date: Friday, January 24 Woodrow Wilson Middle School Register before January 17th by 3:00 pm. Fee: $3 14 and under On site registration or nonresident fee: $5 All children must be accompanied by an adult. All accompanying adults are free! Includes pizza, chips and a drink for paid participants. Also available for purchase for accompanying adults. Come and enjoy a fun evening of video games, bounce houses, gym and café activities, professional balloon artists, music, & dancing! Swimming in the WWMS Pool from 5:00 - 7:00 pm. Registration Number: 547050 FAMILY “VALENTINES DAY” FUN All Ages Saturday, February 8 from 9:30 am - 12:30 pm Fee: $1 Resident, $2 Nonresident Senior & Community Center Making Valentine cards for our Seniors, Veterans, or someone in the hospital! - Decorating Cupcakes! - Lots of fun activities! Thanks to Middletown Apple Rehab for donating art supplies. Registration Number: 510510 BABYSITTER SAFETY Instructor: Life Safe Services, LLC Ages 11 - 17 March 28, 2020 9:00 am – 2:00 pm Fee per Session: $75 resident $80 nonresident Recreation and Community Center Socialization Room Registration Number: 318318 This is an entry level course intended to teach age appropriate skills necessary to care for children of all ages using team babysitting, mother’s helper, and individual babysitting concepts. The course focuses on safety with emphasis on prevention. Other topics include hand washing, diapering, bottle feeding, personal safety, and interview skills. Basic first aid and obstructed airway management for a conscious choking adult/child and infant will be covered. First Aid including adult and child CPR(requires passing written and skills testing to receive 2 year certification). Booklet, handouts, and Babysitter Safety Certificate of completion included. Please bring a snack, lunch, and drink. Scholarships are available for Middletown boys in middle school or high school. 25
BINGO All Ages Welcome! Fridays: February 21, April 24, May 8 Doors open at 5:00 pm Games start promptly at 5:30 pm 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm Senior & Community Center Preregistration Fee: $3 a person: Includes 2 bingo cards and dinner. Onsite registration or nonresident fee: $5 a person: Includes 2 bingo cards and dinner. You can buy additional cards for $0.50 each. Enjoy a night of bingo with your family with great bingo prizes! Maximum of 85 participants! All participants 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration Number: 547060 BREAKFAST BINGO All Ages Welcome! Saturday, February 8 - Valentine Bingo Doors open at 9:45 am Breakfast and Games start promptly at 10:00 am till 11:30am Senior & Community Center Preregistration Fee: $3 a person: Includes 2 bingo cards and breakfast. Onsite registration or nonresident fee: $5 a person: Includes 2 bingo cards and breakfast. You can buy additional cards for $0.50 each. Come enjoy a morning of bingo with breakfast with your family with great bingo prizes! All participants 16 and under must be accompanied by an adult. Registration Number: 547060 EASTER BREAKFAST BINGO with the Easter Bunny All Ages Welcome! Saturday, March 28 Doors open at 9:45 am Breakfast and Games start promptly at 10:00 am till 11:30am. Senior & Community Center Preregistration Fee: $3 a person: Includes 2 bingo cards and breakfast. Onsite registration or nonresident fee: $5 a person: Includes 2 bingo cards and breakfast. You can buy additional cards for $0.50 each. Come enjoy a morning of bingo with breakfast with your family with great bingo prizes! Registration Number: 547060 26
IT’S FROZEN TIME Ages 2 - 8 Participants 5 and over may be dropped off. Saturday, February 29 Doors open at 9:45 am. Party is from 10:00 am - 11:30 am. Senior & Community Center Fee: $10 preregistered residents, $15 nonresident and walk ins The party includes games, activities, snacks & more! We accept drop ins but being preregistered ensures we have goodies for all!! Registration Number: 300001 CARNIVAL Ages 3 - 9 Participants 5 and over may be dropped off. Saturday, March 7 CANCELLED Doors open at 9:45 am. Party is from 10:00 am - 11:30 am. Senior & Community Center Fee: $10 preregistered residents, $15 nonresident and walk ins The party includes carnival games, carnival activities, story time, snacks, and more! We accept drop ins but being preregistered ensures we have goodies for all!! Registration Number: 300001 SUPERHERO TRAINING DAY AND RUN Ages 4 - 10 Participants 5 and over may be dropped off. Saturday, April 25 Doors open at 9:45 am. Training day is from 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Senior & Community Center Fee: $10 preregistered residents, $15 nonresident and walk ins Parents may stay with their child or drop them off, but please be back for the Superhero Run. Superhero Run from 12:00 - 12:30 with families to WWMS Pat Kidney. Learn how to be a superhero!!!!! Wear your favorite superhero outfit. The training day includes games, superhero activities, superhero snack and more. We accept drop ins but being preregistered ensures we have goodies for all!! Registration Number: 300001 BIRTHDAY PARTY Lets celebrate everyone’s birthday today!! Ages 3 - 9 Participants 5 and over may be dropped off. Saturday, May 2 NEW DATE! Doors open at 9:45 am. Party is from 10:00 - 11:30 am. Senior & Community Center Fee: $10 preregistered residents, $15 nonresident and walk ins The party includes games, activities, story time, birthday cake, and more! We accept dropins but being preregistered ensures we have goodies for 27
NATIONAL GIRLS & WOMEN IN SPORTS DAY CLINIC FREE FAMILY Saturday, January 25th 9:30 am - 12:00 pm. CRAFT NIGHT All Ages Girls Kindergarten to Sixth Grade Thursday, May 7 Free!! 5:00 - 8:00 pm Bacon Field House at Freeman Athletic Center 61 Durant Terrace 161 Cross Street Come down and make some crafts Sports will including softball, soccer, lacrosse, tennis, with your family as part of crew, field hockey, & volleyball. Screen Free week. Questions can be directed to Jennifer Lane at Registration Number: 375375 jslane@wesleyan.edu or 860-685-2436. REC COOKING REC BAKING Ages 9 - 15 Ages 9 - 15 Fridays Fridays 5:30 - 7:30 pm 5:30 - 7:30 pm January 3 January 24 February 7 February 21 March 6 March 20 CANCELLED April 3 April 24 May 1 May 15 Keigwin Middle School Keigwin Middle School Fee: $10 resident Fee : $10 resident $15 nonresident $15 nonresident This program is intended for individuals who This program is intended for individuals who would benefit from one-to-one instruction. would benefit from one-to-one instruction. Participants will learn cooking skills that will aid Participants will learn baking skills that will aid in them in becoming self-sufficient. We enjoy becoming self-sufficient. working together. Classes will include set up, We enjoy working together and make plenty to clean up, and dining in! take home and share! Registration Number: 355352 Registration Number: 355351 28
PRE BALLET Ages 3 - 5 Thursdays 5:00 pm - 5:45 pm Session 1 February 27 - March 19 Session 2 March 26 - April 23 No class April 16 Fee per session: $45 resident $50 nonresident Senior & Community Center Multi-Purpose Room Registration Number: 340340 New Instructor: PATIENCE COLEMAN Please wear a leotard and tights or clothes you can easily move in and a pair of ballet shoes. BEGINNER JAZZ Ages 6 - 8 Thursdays 5:45 pm - 6:30 pm Session 1 February 27 - March 19 Session 2 March 26 - April 23 No class April 16 Fee per session: $45 resident $50 nonresident Senior & Community Center Multi-Purpose Room Registration Number: 340340 New Instructor: PATIENCE COLEMAN Please wear a leotard and tights or clothes you can easily move in and a pair of jazz shoes. STEPPING DRILL TEAM Ages 8 - 18 Fridays Session 1 January 17 – February 7 Session 2 February 21 - March 13 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm Fee $25 resident $30 nonresident Senior and Community Center Military and Rhythm steps Instructor: Patricia Hall Jemison Patriciahall026@gmail.com Registration Number: 380380 SATURDAY MORNING ART CLUB Ages 6 - 11 January 18 February 29 March 21 10:00 am - 11:00 am Fee per session: $5 resident $10 nonresident Registration Number: 390390 Instructor: Alyssa Sestero Join other student artists and create art your way in this studio style art club. A new project and materials will be presented each session. Children can work independently or collaboratively to create their own version of the project, or they can create whatever they imagine. 29
KIDS’ KICKBOXING & KRAV MAGA CLASSES Anti-bullying/Confidence-Building Class Saturday, January 18 11:00 am - 12:00 am Ages 5 - 11 $12 resident $15 nonresident Learn basic self-defense techniques while building self-esteem and confidence to help your child avoid bullies. Learn new ways to stand up for others! Women’s Self-Defense Class Saturday, February 8 10:30 am - 11:30 am Ages 12+ $12 resident $15 nonresident Learn the fundamentals of the practical self-defense system, Krav Maga! Designed to work for anyone, regardless of size. Intro to Krav Maga and Kickboxing Saturday, March 7 10:30 am - 11:30 am Ages 12+ $12 resident $15 nonresident With kickboxing & Krav Maga you learn effective striking and self-defense while getting an awesome workout! Hit pads and learn how to defend yourself against chokes. Kids’ Self-Defense Class Saturday, April 25 10:30 am - 11:30 am Ages 5 - 11 $12 resident $15 nonresident Safety is key! You will learn Krav Maga self-defense basics that will help you stay safe. Self-Defense Class Against Mugger Attacks Saturday, May 16 10:30 am - 11:30 am Ages 12+ $12 resident $15 nonresident Muggers usually attack from behind, we will go over what to do. Senior and Community Center Registration Number: 480480 Instructor: Kayla Stomberg 360defensemiddletown@gmail.com 30
RECREATIONAL GOLF These individualized classes are great for beginners and advanced players wishing to improve their game. The sessions include instruction on all aspects of golf, video analysis, and playing the course. Taught at Miner Hills Golf Course by their popular resident professional, George Claffey, who is named one of the top 100 teachers by the World Golf Teachers Federation. These classes include range balls! No classes are scheduled on Holiday weekends. Each session includes four one-hour classes. Miner Hills Golf Course: 80 Miner Hills Drive, Middletown Registration Number: 316316 RECREATIONAL GOLF Ages 14 + Sundays April 19 - May 10 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm May 31 - June 21 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm Sept 13 - Oct 4 5:15 pm - 6:15 pm Fee per session: $50 resident $55 nonresident RECREATIONAL GOLF “FORE“ WOMEN Ages 16+ Wednesdays July 8 - July 29 5:30 - 6:30 pm Fee: $50 resident $55 nonresident RECREATIONAL GOLF JUNIORS Ages 7 - 13 Mondays April 20 - May 11 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sundays May 31 - June 21 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Sept 13 - October 4 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Fee per session: $50 resident $55 nonresident RECREATIONAL GOLF SENIORS Ages 50+ Tuesdays May 5 - May 26 9:30 - 10:30 am Fee: $50 resident $55 nonresident RECREATIONAL FAMILY GOLF All Ages Welcome Wednesdays August 5 - 26th 5:30pm - 6:30 pm Fee: $35 resident $40 nonresident 31
FLICK N’ FLOAT MOVIE NIGHT AT VETERAN’S POOL All ages!! Saturday, June 27 7:30 pm arrival Crafts till 8:15 pm 8:15 pm movie starts Middletown Veteran’s Pool at Veteran’s Park You may float on a raft or an inner tube. Using an inner tube is much better for viewing. Please bring chairs or blankets. First come, first served for seating. NO swimming during the movie. Just float and enjoy the movie. FREE PUPPY PLUNGE Last Day of Veterans Pool for the season. Sunday, August 16 5:00 - 7:00 pm Please consider bringing a non-perishable food item to Amazing Grace Food Pantry or Amazon Gift cards for City of Middletown’s Animal Control. DROP IN FAMILY ZUMBA All Ages All Welcome Sundays 1:30 - 2:00 pm January 12 - March 15 NO Zumba on January 19 Woodrow Wilson Middle School Small Gym FREE Family Zumba is one way to incorporate exercise while having fun together. Here’s a great opportunity to improve the health of every member of the family by participating in easy to follow routines. 32
Friends & Fun Inclusion Programs SATURDAY LUNCH - DOWNTOWN MAIN STREET For participants of all abilities for Friends of all abilities Ages 16+ METRO MOVIES TRIP for Friends of all abilities February 22 Ages 8+ Fee: $5 March 14 TIME DEPENDS ON SHOW TIME May 2 Monday, January 20 Approximately 12pm Meet at the rear entrance to Main Street Market Monday, February 17 Approximately 12pm at 11:30 am. We will have lunch and shop. Please Friday April 17 Approximately 12pm bring money to cover what you would like to buy Saturday, May 16 Approximately 12pm today. Please meet in the theater lobby and look for Pick up is at 2:00 pm. Recreation staff. Bring additional money for snacks. LIFE SKILLS BAKING for Friends of all abilities LIFE SKILLS COOKING for Friends of all abilities Ages 15 - 25 Ages 15 - 25 Fridays Fridays 5:30 - 7:30 pm 5:30 - 7:30 pm January 3 January 24 February 7 February 21 March 6 March 20 April 3 April 24 May 1 May 15 Keigwin Middle School Keigwin Middle School Fee : $10 resident $15 nonresident Fee: $10 resident $15 nonresident This program is intended for individuals who would This program is intended for individuals who would benefit from one-to-one instruction. Participants will learn cooking skills that will help them become benefit from one-to-one instruction. Participants self-sufficient. We enjoy working together. Classes will learn baking skills that will help them become will include set up, clean up, and dining in! self-sufficient. We enjoy working together and make plenty to take home and share! Registration Number: 355352 Registration Number: 355351 FRIDAY NIGHT FUN for Friends of all abilities Ages 15 - 25 Fridays 5:30 - 7:30 pm January 10 February 28 March 27 April 24 May 22 Senior and Community Center, Socialization Room Fee: $5 resident We have fun together painting, watching movies, cooking or Zumba. Always a lot of fun with your peers. Activities vary monthly! Registration Number: 355359 33
SPOTLIGHT ON ABILITY UNIFIED THEATER This year’s show theme is Dear Journal Show Dates: January 30, January 31, and February 1 at 7:00 pm Snow Date: February 1 at 2:00 pm at MHS Unified Theater is a student-driven initiative that facilitates Inclusion of all students through performing arts. Let teens lead and let creativity rule. Unified Theater partners with middle and high schools, trains student leaders, and help them reach a successful final production. middletownunifiedtheater.org Come see our NINTH annual show! It will be something to see!! We promise!! SPOTLIGHT ON ABILITY FASHION SHOW WE ALL BELONG “Who Says,” by Selena Gomez Friday, January 31 at 6:30 pm Practice on January 31 at MHS. 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm No Fee 6+ Come individually or as a family or a group of friends. Middletown High School Join the Middletown Public Schools Dept. of Registration Number: 355355-02 Student Services, in conjunction with the Middletown School Family Partnerships and the Middletown Recreation Dept. for the 2nd annual Unconference event for families of children with SATURDAY MORING FUN for Friends of all abilities disabilities. This event is comprised of a collection Ages 8+ of discussion sessions, where groups can share 10:00 am - 12:00 pm and exchange info and ideas. Session topics March 21 include homework help, behavior support strategies, suicide prevention, understanding April 25 your child's IEP, autism celebrations and We have fun together challenges, students with paraprofessional painting, watching movies, cooking or Zumba. supports, connecting with community providers, Always a lot of fun with your peers. and many others. Refreshments and childcare Activities vary monthly! provided. Registration Number: 355354 March 14 9:00 am — 12:00 pm Middletown Rec and Senior Center 34
CURIOUS CREATURES All Ages Saturday, March 21 10:30 - 11:30 am Senior & Community Center Fee: $3 resident $5 nonresident Curious Creatures staff of exhibitors teach respect and appreciation for exotic and unusual animals. The presentation is hands on, interactive and includes interesting facts & stories about curious creatures. Registration Number: 312260 GOOP, GAK, SLIME & MORE Ages 4 - 10 Saturday, March 21 11:30 am - 12:30 pm Senior & Community Center Fee: $5 resident $7 nonresident Squish, splash, smash, squelch, splash, slime, drop, smear, spray, and ooze are some of the things we will do/hear during this fun hands-on program. Children are doing many things at once when engaged in messy play. They can be observing, creating, building, exploring, imagining, discovering, investigating, interpreting, and even collaborating. Active learning through messy play. What child doesn't want to get slimed or at the least play with it? Each day we will make a new a group 'creation' and allow for individual crafting. The possibilities are endless. Registration Number: 118150 FAMILY KICKBALL Ages 6 + February 9 Sundays 12:00 - 2:00 pm Woodrow Wilson Middle School FREE Let’s play some kickball and have fun as a family. Registration Number: 314090 SEND A KID TO CAMP HELP US SAY YES TO EVERY CHILD WHO WANTS TO GO TO CAMP! Make a donation to our department to send a child to go to camp this summer! Any amount makes a difference. Sending a child to camp for just one week($80) will ensure that they engage in fun, productive, and safe activities during the summer. You can make a donation in one of following ways: Mail us or drop off a check made out to “Middletown Recreation.” Cash donations may be made in the office. Make a donation with a credit card over the phone or in our office. Or register at https://webtrac.middletownct.gov/wbwsc/webtrac.wsc/splash.html Activity #: 150000 -19. Each family member may donate once a year with this35program number.
DRUMS ALIVE Ages 8 - 88 Thursdays Session 1: January 9 - February 6 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm Session 2: February 20 - March 19 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm Session 3: March 26 - April 30 6:30 pm - 7:15 pm NO class Session 3 on April 16 Fee per session: $45 resident $50 nonresident Spencer School Gym Registration Number: 318110 Ever felt like drumming along to your favorite song on the car radio? Cardio Drumming is a class that combines great music with movement. This program is designed to be very inclusive and is a unique sensorimotor experience that appeals to many people who aren’t inspired by traditional sports or other group fitness activities. The aim of this class is to create a fun and inclusive environment where everyone, families, individuals with and without disabilities, people of all ages, shapes and sizes - can indulge in the joy of movement together and reap the physical, mental, social, and emotional benefits of physical activity. FUN RUN Grades K -12 Resident only Saturday, April 4 8:30 am - 11:30 am Woodrow Wilson Middle School Track Contact your school PE teacher for details! Students K-12 can practice for the CT Physical Fitness Test, families can exercise together walking and/or jogging the track while competing for a trophy for their school! A trophy will be awarded to the school with the highest number of participants (based on enrollment percentages) and a plaque to the school with the highest adult participation! Join us rain or shine for this FREE event! The Fun Run is the same day as our Easter Candy Hunt at WWMS. HARVARD PILGRIM MIDDLETOWN HALF MARATHON AND LEGENDS 4-MILE Sunday, April 5 Start Time: Kids 10:45 am Half & 4 Mile 11:30 am The Harvard Pilgrim Middletown Half marathon starts and finishes on Middletown’s Main Street. Please register for the marathon at: http://marathonandahalf.com/Harvard-pilgrim-middletown-half-marathon.html Middletown Kids Health & Safety Day Sponsored by: Middletown Health Middletown Recreation Division Middletown Police Middletown Fire Departments Saturday, May 16th 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Bring your family & enjoy a day of information, entertainment, and fun! Kiwanis Club of Middletown Bicycle Safety Rodeo Bike safety check Free helmets - first come first serve for those who bring their bicycle for a bike safety check Test and teach safe biking skills 36
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