Danvers Recreation Fall & Winter Brochure 2015-2016 by Nick Campion

Fall &Winter

2015-2016

Danvers Recreation Program Guide DANVERS RECREATION DIVISION

WWW.DANVERSREC.COM

[978].777.0001 x3094

HOW TO REGISTER

IN PERSON: Town Hall - 1 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA Our hours are: Recreation is located on the second floor. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Monday, Tuesday. Wednesday 8:00 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Thursday 8:00 a.m. to 1:30p.m. Friday

MAIL: Program registration forms can be printed off our website or picked up at various locations such as the Danvers Public Library, Endicott Park Carriage House or inside Town Hall. Please mail completed Registration Forms along with check [made out to “Town of Danvers”] to: Danvers Recreation 1 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923

ONLINE: 1. 2.

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Go to www.danversrec.com and click on the blue “Register for all Programs” button half way down the page on the right. The link will take you to the “online registration” page. If you already have an account simply enter your username and password to begin the registration process. A. To register for programs you must create an account for your household if you have not already done so. This will enable use of our online registration system B. If you already have an account, but forgot your login info, you may request your username and password via this site. If you have requested your username and password but have not received an email from us, please check your spam/junk folders. C. To pay a Fun Club or any other Household Balance, please login and then click on the “Pay Account Balances” link. Please make sure you follow all directions and complete the process, otherwise, your payment may not go through successfully. Once logged in, you can select any category from the left under “Activity Types” or “Facilities.” You can also click “Browse Activities” from the “Quick Links” box on the bottom right. Once you have found a program you would like to register for, click the icon of the shopping cart with the green plus sign on the left-most side of the information bar beneath the activity description. When the green menu bar appears at the bottom of your screen, click “Enroll Now.” Select the person in your household who you would like to enroll in the program by checking the gray box under their name. Then, click the “Add to Cart” button at the bottom left of your screen. Read through the Activity Waiver. To continue with your registration you must agree to the waiver. You will be brought to your shopping cart. Review your order. If correct, click “Proceed to Checkout” on the bottom left. If you would like to clear your shopping cart, click the icon of the shopping cart with the red minus sign on the right-most side of the activity list under the “Remove” column. Review the “Summary of Charges” and enter your payment method and billing information. When finished, click “Continue” at the bottom left of your screen to begin the payment authorization process and generate a confirmation receipt.

Online Registration Support: For assistance, please call our office at (978) 777-0001 x3094.

Please Note: Danvers Recreation only accepts payments via check, Visa & MasterCard Please make checks payable to “Town of Danvers” 2

CONTENTS Quick Reference Calendar . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Special Events . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Trips . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Adult Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Youth Programs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Middle School Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Preschool Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 February Vacation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Endicott Park. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Family Fun at Endicott Park . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Coming Soon . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 3

Quick Reference Calendar A

BOOT CAMP WITH KELLY

Y/M

WRESTLING

DEC 1—FEB 27

FALL YOGA:VINYASA FLOW SESS 1 SEPT 14—OCT 19

MINI HOOPSTERS SESSION 1

DEC 5—DEC 19

MIDDLE SCHOOL FALL GOLF

SEPT 14—OCT 19

MIDDLE SCHOOL BOYS HOOPS

NOV 21—MAR 12

ELEMENTARY FALL TENNIS

SEPT 15—OCT 22

FLASHLIGHT CANDY CANE HUNT

DEC 11

MIDDLE SCHOOL FALL TENNIS

SEPT 15—OCT 22

FAMILY FUN ‘WINTER SOLSTICE’

DEC 20

FALL CHALLENGER MINI KICKERS

SEPT 18—NOV 7

WINTER VACATION LEGO

DEC 29

SPEED & QUICKNESS PROGRAM

SEPT 21—OCT 19

HOOPSTERS SESSION 2

JAN 4—FEB 11

DISCOVERING NATURE THRU ART SEPT 22—OCT 13

BIB: BEAUTY & THE BEAST TRIP

JAN 6

FALL ZUMBA FITNESS

SEPT 22—OCT 27

WINTER LITTLE EXPLORERS

JAN 7—FEB 12

MIDDLE SCHOOL FLAG FOOTBALL SEPT 22—OCT 20

MINI HOOPSTERS SESSION 2

JAN 9—JAN 23

EARLY FALL LITTLE EXPLORERS

SEPT 24—OCT 30

FAMILY FUN ‘TRACKS & TRACES’

JAN 9

PICKLE BALL

SEPT 24—OCT 15

WINTER ZUMBA FITNESS

JAN 26—MAR 8

FALL COUCH TO 5K

SEPT 28—NOV 25

FAMILY FUN ‘IT’S A HOOT!’

FEB 5

BEGINNER FITNESS WITH KELLY

OCT 12—DEC 16

BIB: PIPPIN TRIP

FEB 9

FAMILY FUN ‘NIGHT HIKE’

OCT 16

DISNEY/ICE: 100 YEARS OF MAGIC FEB 15

HALLOWEEN HARVEST FESTIVAL

OCT 24

HIP HOP GIRLS CLUB

FEB 16—FEB 18

FALL YOGA:VINYASA FLOW SESS 2 OCT 26—NOV 30

ENDICOTT ADVENTURES

FEB 17—FEB 19

LATE FALL LITTLE EXPLORERS

NOV 5—DEC 18

FEBRUARY VACATION LEGO

FEB 19

FOXWOODS CASINO TRIP

NOV 7

HOOPSTERS SESSION 3

FEB 29—APR 7

KARATE CLUB

NOV 7—DEC 19

EARLY SPRING LITTLE EXPLORERS MAR 3—APR 8

JACK BENNY MENS BASKETBALL

NOV 9—MAR 7

FAMILY FUN ‘MAPLE SUGARING’

MAR 5

MENS BASKETBALL

NOV 9—MAR 7

Y/M

YOUTH VOLLEYBALL

MAR 19—MAY 7

LATE FALL ZUMBA FITNESS

NOV 10—DEC 15

AMERICAN GIRL TRIP

NOV 11

FAMILY FUN ‘FOR THE BIRDS’

NOV 13

SATURDAY LEGO

NOV 14

HOOPSTERS SESSION 1

NOV 17—DEC 17

HOT SHOTS BOYS BASKETBALL

NOV 21—MAR 12

SHOOTING STARS GIRLS B-BALL

NOV 21—MAR 12

SNOWMAN CONTEST

SNOW—FEB 21

P—Preschool

AUG 24—ONGOING

Y—Youth

M– Middle School

A—Adults

F—Family 4

- Special Events Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt Bring a flashlight and a bag to Endicott Park and collect all the Candy Canes hidden in the park! Families must register in advance. Ages: All Fee: FREE! Day Date Time Location F 12/11 5:15P sharp Endicott Park

Halloween Harvest Festival

Snowman Contest Build a snowman, snow castle, or snow sculpture this winter and send a picture of your creation to Danvers Recreation for a chance to win a $25 gift certificate. Winning categories include individual and Family. To enter, email a picture of your creation to danversrec@mail.danvers-ma.org Ages: All Fee: Free! Contest Ends February 21

Our non-scary, family-friendly Halloween event is designed for children of all ages! Sign up for a guided walk through our pumpkin-lit woods that will take you from the Carriage House to the fire pit where you can stop by for a story and a treat. Be sure to arrive at least 30 minutes before your departure time to enjoy face painting, fall crafts and more in the Carriage House. Ages: All Fee: $15 per family Day Date Times Location Sa 10/24 5-8P Endicott Park

Winter Vacation LEGO This program is offered by Seacoast Technology Workshop.

Engineering Workshop Grades: 1-6 Day Date Tu 12/29

Fee: $21 Time 9A-12P

Location Great Oak

Minecraft Workshop Grades: 1-6 Day Date Tu 12/29

Fee: $21 Time 12:30-3:30P

Location Great Oak 5

RECREATION TRIPS Foxwoods Casino Trip Join Danvers Recreation on a trip to Foxwoods Casino! Your package includes deluxe motor coach transportation throughout, 6 hours to enjoy casino games & 6,400+ slot machines, a $10 food voucher and a $15 slot voucher! Bus leaves Danvers Town Hall at 7:00am sharp. Ages: 21+ Fee: $35/person Day Date Time Location Sa 11/7 7A (bus leaves) Foxwoods Casino

Broadway in Boston: Beauty and the Beast American Girl Trip Join Miss Nancy and Danvers Recreation on a bus trip to the American Girl headquarters in Natick! This trip will be full of shopping, crafting and tea at the bistro! Trip includes tea or juice, little tea sandwiches and treats! Bus leaves DHS at 9am! Ages: All Fee: $25/child, $15 per sibling Day Date Time Location W 11/11 9A-1P DHS to Natick

Disney On Ice: 100 Years of Magic Grab your Mickey ears and get ready for the ultimate Disney experience. Be charmed by a cast of over 50 including Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Donald Duck, Goofy and Disney Princesses including Cinderella, Rapunzel, Ariel, Snow White, and Tiana. Relive the magic of Frozen with Anna, Elsa, and Olaf. Sing-along to over 30 unforgettable songs! Exciting moments from Toy Story, Finding Nemo, The Lion King, Beauty and the Beast and Aladdin will leave the whole family with memories to last a lifetime. Ages: All Fees: $45 Day Date Time Location M 2/15 3P Show TD Garden

Tale as old as time, true as it can be. Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, the smash hit Broadway musical, is coming to you! Based on the Academy Award-winning animated feature film, this eye-popping spectacle has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes and dazzling production numbers. Experience the romance and enchantment of Disney’s Beauty and the Beast! Ages: All Fee: $92/person Day Date Time Location W 1/6 7P Boston Opera House

Broadway in Boston: Pippin Pippin is Broadway’s high-flying, death-defying hit musical! Full of extraordinary acrobatics, wondrous magical feats and soaring songs from the composer of ‘Wicked’, Pippin will lift you up and leave you smiling. Hailed as “an eye-popping, jaw-dropping extravaganza” (NY1), it’s unlike anything Broadway has ever seen! Come experience Pippin, one young man’s journey to be extraordinary. Ages: 8+ Fees: $82/person Day Date Time Location Tu 2/9 7:30P Boston Opera House 6

ADULT SPORTS & FITNESS PROGRAMS Learn to Play Pickle-Ball!

Zumba® Fitness Zumba® is an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latininspired, calorie-burning dance fitness party that is moving people towards joy and health. Zumba classes feature exotic rhythms set to high-energy and international beats. This 50 minute class is for ALL levels of fitness. No experience necessary! A terrific way for men and woman to spend time with their teens and older children while having a great time. There is no other fitness class like a Zumba Fitness party! All classes taught by licensed Zumba instructor Stephanie Rooney.

Fall Zumba® Fitness Age: All Day Date Tu. 9/22-10/27

Fee: $54 for 6 week session Time Location 6-6:50P HRMS Fitness Rm

Late Fall Zumba® Fitness Age: All Day Date Tu. 11/10-12/15

Fee: $54 for 6 week session Time Location 6-6:50P HRMS Fitness Rm

Winter Zumba® Fitness Age: All Day Date Tu. 1/26-3/8

Fee: $54 for 6 week session Time Location 6-6:50P HRMS Fitness Rm

Boot Camp with Kelly Boot Camp is designed for every level and will improve current level of fitness of everyone that participates. All aspects of fitness (cardio, strength & flexibility) are covered and will give you the kick start you need to get on the road to optimum health. This program is designed to keep you motivated, disciplined and structured so you will not only see great results but you will also have a great experience and meet great people along the way. Ages 16+ Dates: Ongoing starting 8/24 Fees: $75-$135—see website Classes Time Location M-Th Morning 5:15-6:15A Danvers High School M&W Evening 6:00-7:00P Holten Richmond MS Saturday AM 7:00-8:00A Danvers High School

What is it? A paddle sport created for all ages and skill levels. The rules are simple and the game is easy for beginners to learn, but can develop into a quick, fastpaced, competitive game for experienced players. Come check it out and learn to play this great new game! Age: Adults 16+ Fee: $20/4 weeks; $7.50 drop-in Day Date Time Location Th 9/24-10/15 6:30-7:30P Plains Park

Fall Couch To 5k Even you can go from the couch to running 3 miles in just 9 weeks! Program runs no matter the weather- rain, shine or heat! Please bring plenty of water. This program is great for all sizes, shapes and ages! Age: All Fee: $29 per person Day Date Time Location M&W 9/28-11/25 5:30P John George Park

Men’s Basketball This self-officiating pick-up league is somewhat competitive, and will form new teams each week. Cost is $69 per person and includes a reversible basketball shirt if you are registered by November 9, 2014 ($55 if you already have a shirt). Age: Under 40 Fees: $55-$69 Day Date Time Location M 11/9-3/7 7:30-9P HRMS

Jack Benny Men’s Basketball Beginner Fitness with Kelly The intro-to-boot-camp version for those looking to ease their way into a fitness routine! Ages: 16+ Dates: 10/12—12/16 Fees: $75 for 5 weeks Classes: Time Location M&W Evenings 5:15-6:00P Holten Richmond MS

This self-officiating pick-up league is somewhat competitive and will form new teams each week. Cost is $69 per person and includes a reversible basketball shirt if you are registered by November 9, 2014 ($55 if you already have a shirt). Age: 40+ Fees: $55-$69 Day Date Time Location M 11/9-3/7 6-7:30P HRMS 7

YOUTH SPORTS

Elementary Fall Tennis

Fall Challenger Sports Mini Kickers

Shooting Stars Girls Basketball

Fall Challenger Sports is an exciting program that teaches basic soccer skills while developing strength, balance, coordination, listening skills and team work! Our professional, licensed British coaches will ensure your child has a positive soccer experience. The Challenger Sports curriculum has been devised by soccer experts, child development professionals and experienced coaches. Friday Fall Mini Kickers Fees: $115 Ages Dates Times Location 3-4 9/18-11/6 9-10A Plains Park 5-6 9/18-11/6 10:15-11:15A Plains Park Saturday Fall Mini Kickers Fees: $115 Ages Dates Times Location 3-4 9/19-11/7 9-10A Plains Park 5-6 9/19-11/7 10:15-11:15A Plains Park

Coach Ken Rawson is back for another great year of Fall Tennis! Elementary Tennis focuses on tennis fitness, hand -eye skills, basic tennis stroke technique, and ball & racquet control. Students will participate in lots of fun games and activities! Students required to bring a regulation racquet, sneakers & athletic attire appropriate for fall weather. Ages: Elementary Students Fees: $50 Day Dates Times Location Tu&Th 9/15-10/22 3:30-4:30P Plains Park This is a recreational instructional basketball program for girls. Clinics and practices will be held on Saturdays. Save $10 by registering before November 7th. Grades: 3-5 Fees: $94 after 11/7 Day Dates Time Location Sa 11/21-3/12 8A-12P HRMS **No sessions 11/28, 12/26, 1/2 and 2/20**

Karate Club Join us in this introductory karate class with 2nd degree black belt instructor Trevor Harwood. The class is designed for boys and girls in grades Kâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;5. Classes focus on age appropriate activities, with no physical contact. The purpose of the Karate Club is to develop excellent physical fitness, learn self-discipline, build self confidence, get into the spirit of competition and cultivate mind and body harmony. *No program 11/28* Grades: Kâ&#x20AC;&#x201D;5 Fees: $66/6 week session Day Date Time Location Sa 11/7-12/19 11-11:45A Highlands 8

Hot Shots Boys Basketball This is a recreational instructional basketball program for boys. Clinics and practices will be held on Saturdays. Save $10 by registering before November 7th. Grades: 3-5 Fees: $94 after 11/7 Day Dates Time Location Sa 11/21-3/12 12-3P DHS **No sessions 11/28, 12/26, 1/2 and 2/20**

Hoopsters

Wresting Program The sport of wrestling builds strength, agility, character and self-confidence in children of all ages. Wrestlers will learn the skills of wrestling during practices. They will have the opportunity to utilize these skills throughout the season in scrimmages, meets and tournaments with other Big East Division programs. No experience necessary! Ages: 3rd-8th grade Fee:$150, $100/sibling Day Dates Times Location T&W 12/1-2/27 5:30-7:30P Vye Gym @ DHS Sa 12/5-2/27 Mornings Home/Away **Above information subject to change**

Mini Hoopsters Mini Hoopsters is an introductory basketball program for children ages 4 and 5. The fundamental basics of basketball are taught through instruction and games designed for fun and learning. Ages: 4 and 5 Fee: $30/session Session Day Dates Times Location 1 Sa 12/5-12/19 9-9:45A Highlands 2 Sa 1/9-1/23 9-9:45A Highlands

This recreational basketball program will introduce boys and girls to basketball with age appropriate activities. The program will incorporate fun, non-competitive, instructional basketball â&#x20AC;&#x153;gamesâ&#x20AC;? conducted in small groups. **No program 11/26, 11/28 and 2/20** Grades 1 and 2

Weekday Hoopsters Sess. 1 2 3

Day Tu&Th M&Th M&Th

Dates 11/17-12/17 1/4-2/11 2/29-4/7

Times TBD TBD TBD

Location Fee TBD $50 TBD $60 TBD $60

Saturday Hoopsters Sess. 1 2 3

Day Dates Times Location Fee Sa 11/21-12/19 10-10:45A Highlands $50 Sa 1/9-2/13 10-10:45A Highlands $60 Sa 3/5-4/9 10-10:45A Highlands $60 **Above information subject to change**

Youth Volleyball Participants will work with DHS Volleyball Coach George LeVasseur to learn the basic skills of volleyball including attacking, passing, setting, blocking, and FUN! Ages: 3rd-8th grade Fee:$70 Day Date Times Location Sa 3/19-5/7 9:30-11A HRMS **Above information subject to change** 9

MIDDLE SCHOOL Speed and Quickness Program Middle School Fall Tennis Coach Ken Rawson is back for another great year of Fall Tennis! Middle School Tennis focuses on stroke mechanics, strategy, patterns of play, physical and mental conditioning, and a King-of-Court style tournament on the last day of the program. This program is designed for students who have completed beginner tennis and want to advance. Students required to bring a regulation racquet, sneakers & athletic attire appropriate for fall weather. Ages: Middle School Students Fees: $50 Day Dates Times Location Tu&Th 9/15-10/22 2:30-3:30P Plains Park

Middle School Flag Football This program, run by Coach Jack Jones, is a fun intramural program that will include games and noncompetitive play for Middle School students. Participants will learn the basics of flag football! Ages: 6th-8th Grade Fee: $55 Day Dates Times Location Tu&Th 9/22-10/20 2-2:45P HRMS

This program taught by Coach Roger Day, is geared for middle school students in any sport looking to improve their overall athletic ability and performance by increasing their speed, agility and quickness. No program 10/12/2015 Grades: 6-8 Fee: $75 Day Dates Times Location M&F 9/21-10/19 2-2:45P HRMS Gym

Middle School Boys Hoops This is a basketball program designed for middle school boys interested in learning a little more about the game and more interested in just playing basketball. Register before November 7th to get $10 off. Ages: 6th-9th Grade Fee: $94 after 11/7 Day Dates Times Location Sa 11/21-3/12 3-4:30P DHS

SPORTS &

ACTIVITIES

Middle School Fall Golf Join Danvers Recreation for the Middle School Golf Program at the Lakeview Golf Course in Wenham. Program includes use of all facilities at Lakeview Golf Course and five rounds of golf (9 holes each round). Participants must bring their own clubs and must provide their own transportation to and from Lakeview Golf Course. No program 9/21/15 Ages: 6th-8th Grade Fee: $114 per person Day Dates Times Location M 9/14-10/19 2:30-5P Lakeview Golf Course Tu 10/13 2:30-5P Lakeview Golf Course 11

Little Explorers All young explorers are invited to discover nature with Endicott Parkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Ranger Christine! Each class will focus on seasonal nature themes such as seeds, habitats, ponds, animal sounds, and much more. Little Explorers aims to increase appreciation for science and the outdoors while developing skills in observation, classification, counting and investigation. This is a great opportunity to expose your child and yourself to some of the amazing places at Endicott Park.

PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS Fall Challenger Sports Mini Kickers Fall Challenger Sports is an exciting program that teaches basic soccer skills while developing strength, balance, coordination, listening skills and team work! Our professional, licensed British coaches will ensure your child has a positive soccer experience. The Challenger Sports curriculum has been devised by soccer experts, child development professionals and experienced coaches. Friday Fall Mini Kickers Fees: $115 Ages Dates Times Location 3-4 9/18-11/6 9-10A Plains Park 5-6 9/18-11/6 10:15-11:15A Plains Park Saturday Fall Mini Kickers Fees: $115 Ages Dates Times Location 3-4 9/19-11/7 9-10A Plains Park 5-6 9/19-11/7 10:15-11:15A Plains Park

Early Fall Little Explorers Ages: 2-5 w/parent/guardian Session Day Date 1 Th 9/24-10/29 2 F 9/25-10/30

Fee: $66/6 wk. session Time Location 10-11A Endicott Park 10-11A Endicott Park

Late Fall Little Explorers Ages: 2-5 w/parent/guardian Session Day Date 1 Th 11/5-12/17 2 F 11/6-12/18

Fee: $66/6 wk. session Time Location 10-11A Endicott Park 10-11A Endicott Park

Winter Little Explorers Ages: 2-5 w/parent/guardian Session Day Date 1 Th 1/7-2/11 2 F 1/8-2/12

Fee: $66/ 6 wk. session Time Location 10-11A Endicott Park 10-11A Endicott Park

Early Spring Little Explorers Ages: 2-5 w/parent/guardian Session Day Date 1 Th 3/3-4/7 2 F 3/4-4/8

Fee: $66/6 wk. session Time Location 10-11A Endicott Park 10-11A Endicott Park 12

FEBRUARY VACATION February Vacation LEGO This program is offered by Seacoast Technology Workshop.

Engineering Workshop Grades: 1-6 Day Date F 2/19

Fee: $21 Time 9A-12P

Location Great Oak

Minecraft Workshop Grades: 1-6 Day Date F 2/19

Fee: $21 Time 12:30-3:30P

Location Great Oak

Extra Innings This 5-day clinic at Middleton Extra Innings covers the fundamentals of baseball including hitting, fielding, pitching, throwing and base-running. Players are separated into age groups and rotated through different stations. Each station is designed to teach players a different skill and is taught by Extra Innings instructors in their area of expertise. Ages: 7-12 Fee: $125/person Day Dates Times Location M-F 2/15-2/19 8:30A-12:30P Middleton E.I.

Endicott Adventures Learn about wildlife through games, stories, and activities. Ranger Christine will lead children in an exploration of the park to learn how plants and animals adapt to seasonal conditions. Children should come dressed for the outdoors and bring a lunch. Sign up for individual or all three days! Ages: K-5 Grade Fee: $30 per day Day Dates Times Locations W-F 2/17-2/19 9A-2P Endicott Park

Hip Hop Girls Club Join Ms. Nancy Purcell for 3 days of fun during February Vacation! Activities include crafting, gym games, nail station, basketball, soccer, dancing, friendship bracelets and much more! Ages: Girls K-7 Grade Fee: $125/person; $100/sibling Day Dates Times Location Tu-Th 2/16-2/18 9A-1P HRMS 13

ENDICOTT PARK Discovering Nature through Art Early Fall Little Explorers All young explorers are invited to discover nature with Endicott Park’s Ranger Christine! Each class will focus on seasonal nature themes such as seeds, habitats, ponds, animal sounds, and much more. Little Explorers aims to increase appreciation for science and the outdoors while developing skills in observation, classification, counting and investigation. This is a great opportunity to expose your child and yourself to some of the amazing places at Endicott Park. Ages: 2-5 w/parent/guardian Fee: $66/6 wk. session Sess. Day Date Time Location 1 Th 9/24-10/29 10-11A Endicott Park 2 F 9/25-10/30 10-11A Endicott Park

Join Nature teacher Kathy Dunfee to discover the wonder and beauty of leaves, wild flowers, acorns, moss and other treasures we may have considered just ordinary before. Combining nature, story and art offers a gateway to enchantment with just a bit of creativity and imagination! Join us for treasure hunt nature walks to create pressed flowers, leaf art & fairy houses! Fee: $50/ 4 workshops Session Age Day Date Time Location 1 4-6 Tu 9/22-10/13 9:30-10:30A Endicott 2 7-11 Tu 9/22-10/13 3:30-4:30P Endicott

Fall Yoga — Gentle Vinyasa Flow This is an all levels alignment based Vinyasa yoga class. Slow sun salutations flow into empowering standing postures, deep hip openers and back bends in a gentle way designed to enliven, recharge and relax to calm the fluctuations of the mind. Gentle yoga in a comfortable environment for all levels and all bodies. Ages: All Fee: $15 drop-in; $75/6 week session Sess. Day Dates Time Location 1 M 9/14-10/19 6:30-7:45P Endicott

Halloween Harvest Festival Our non-scary, family-friendly Halloween event is designed for children of all ages! Sign up for a guided walk through our pumpkin-lit woods that will take you from the Carriage House to the fire pit where you can stop by for a story and a treat. Be sure to arrive at least 30 minutes before your departure time to enjoy face painting, fall crafts and more in the Carriage House. Ages: All Fee: $15 per family Day Date Times Location Sa 10/24 5-8P Endicott Park

Late Fall Little Explorers All young explorers are invited to discover nature with Endicott Park’s Ranger Christine! Each class will focus on seasonal nature themes such as seeds, habitats, ponds, animal sounds, and much more. Little Explorers aims to increase appreciation for science and the outdoors while developing skills in observation, classification, counting and investigation. This is a great opportunity to expose your child and yourself to some of the amazing places at Endicott Park. Ages: 2-5 w/parent/guardian Fee: $66/ 6 wk. session Session Day Date Time Location 1 Th 11/5-12/17 10-11A Endicott Park 2 F 11/6-12/18 10-11A Endicott Park 14

Saturday LEGO This program is offered by Seacoast Technology Workshop. Minecraft Workshop Grades: 1-6 Fee: $21 Day Date Time Location Sa 11/14 9A-12P Endicott Park

Endicott Adventures February Vacation Program

Flashlight Candy Cane Hunt Bring a flashlight and a bag to Endicott Park and collect all the Candy Canes hidden in the park! Families must register in advance. Ages: All Fee: FREE! Day Date Time Location F 12/11 5:15P sharp Endicott Park

Learn about local wildlife through games, stories and activities. Ranger Christine will lead children in an exploration of the park to learn how plants and animals adapt to seasonal conditions. Children should come dressed for the outdoors and bring a lunch. Sign up for individual or all three days! Ages: K-5 Grade Fee: $30 per day Day Date Times Location W—F 2/17-2/19 9A-2P Endicott Park

Winter Little Explorers All young explorers are invited to discover nature with Endicott Park’s Ranger Christine! Each class will focus on seasonal nature themes such as seeds, habitats, ponds, animal sounds, and much more. Little Explorers aims to increase appreciation for science and the outdoors while developing skills in observation, classification, counting and investigation. This is a great opportunity to expose your child and yourself to some of the amazing places at Endicott Park. Ages: 2-5 w/parent/guardian Fee: $66/6 wk. session Session Day Date Time Location 1 Th 1/7-2/11 10-11A Endicott Park 2 F 1/8-2/12 10-11A Endicott Park

Early Spring Little Explorers All young explorers are invited to discover nature with Endicott Park’s Ranger Christine! Each class will focus on seasonal nature themes such as seeds, habitats, ponds, animal sounds, and much more. Little Explorers aims to increase appreciation for science and the outdoors while developing skills in observation, classification, counting and investigation. This is a great opportunity to expose your child and yourself to some of the amazing places at Endicott Park. Ages: 2-5 w/parent/guardian Fee: $66/6 wk. session Session Day Date Time Location 1 Th 3/3-4/7 10-11A Endicott Park 2 F 3/4-4/8 10-11A Endicott Park

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Family Fun at Endicott Park January

Tracks and Traces It may be cold outside, but thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lot of animal activity at Endicott park! Come search for signs like tracks, scat, and animal habitats with Ranger Christine! Ages: All Fee: $15 per family Day Date Time Location Sa 1/9 9-11A Endicott Park

October Night Hike Experience the sights and sounds of night at Endicott Park. Activities will teach participants about nocturnal animals and their adaptations! Ages: All Fee: $15 per family Day Date Time Location F 10/16 6-8P Endicott Park

November For the Birds Learn about some common backyard birds, go on a bird search and then build your own feeder out of natural and recycled materials. Ages: All Fee: $15 per family Day Date Time Location F 11/13 4-6P Endicott Park

February Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a Hoot! Learn about local owl species, practice your calls, then tour the moonlit park in search of our feathered friends! Ages: All Fee: $15 per family Day Date Time Location F 2/5 4-6P Endicott Park

March Maple Sugaring Learn the basics of tree identification, participate in sap collection and enjoy some freshly boiled Endicott Park maple syrup! Ages: All Fee: $15 per family Day Date Time Location Sa 3/5 1-3P Endicott Park

December Winter Solstice Celebrate the longest night of the year by making lanterns, creating yule logs and enjoying refreshments around the campfire. Ages: All Fee: $15 per family Day Date Time Location Su 12/20 4-6P Endicott Park 16

Coming Soon….

Look for these programs and events in our Spring/Summer Brochure, releasing in Late Winter!

April 

Spring Fling Father-Daughter Dance April Vacation Cheer Boot Camp NEW CIT Program Applications Available

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Spring Tennis Club

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May

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Broadway in Boston: Matilda the Musical Red Sox Trips Endicott Park Day Fun Club Applications Available

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Family Campout at Endicott Park Girls Summer Dance Club Summer Concert Series begins Summer Programs begin

August  

Sports Clinics Junior Rangers

Sneak Peak! 17

DAVID MOUNTAIN — RECREATION DIRECTOR NICK CAMPION — ASST. RECREATION DIRECTOR CHRIS SANBORN — DIRECTOR OF NATURAL RESOURCES CHRISTINE DEAN — RANGER SUPERVISORENDICOTT PARK KATHY BOWDEN — AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAM DIRECTOR JUDY FREEHAN — RECREATION SECRETARY CAROLANN POWERS — REC. OFFICE ADMINISTRATOR

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