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Therapeutic Recreation uses leisure and recreation to either maintain or improve the quality of life for individuals with a disability and/mental condition. Therapeutic Recreation programs are designed to be either adaptive or inclusive and open to individuals with ranging abilities. Interested in learning more about Therapeutic Recreation? Contact kdeangelis@lexingtonma.gov

Funday Friday - Fall

End the week with fun games, activities and crafts! Each week the group will focus on developing and fostering social skills ranging from creating meaningful friendships to being a team player. This program is inclusive, all abilities are encouraged to join!

Session Grade Day Date Fee Time Where

1 1-3 Fri 9/17-10/22 $150 Resident $160 Non-res 1:15-3pm Community Center Arts and Crafts 2 1-3 Fri 11/19-12/17 $100 Resident $110 Non-res 1:15-3pm Rooms (230 & 232)

Adaptive Tennis Lessons - Fall $120 Resident • $130 Non-Resident

Adaptive Tennis Lessons are available to children and teens who identify with having a disability and/or may require additional support and modifications to be successful within the program. The lessons are run at a slower pace with smaller class sizes and staff who have been trained to work with individuals of all abilities. All levels are welcome as the class will go over basic strokes while playing games, practicing skills, providing social interaction with others, and having fun!

Age Day Date Time Where

6-11 Tues 9/14-10/19 4-5pm Center Recreation Complex Gallagher 12-18 Tues 9/14-10/19 5-6pm Tennis Court 2

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Lex Sweat! $190 Resident • $200 Non-Resident

Learn how to use the gym equipment and feel confident while working out! Under the supervision of the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist and staff, participants will learn to use the exercise machines and equipment in the gym and participate in exercise circuits with modifications available as needed. Everyone in the group will complete the workout of the day using the exercise machines and needed gym equipment and the end of the session, will receive copies of the workouts completed to do on their own time!

Age Day Date Time Where

16-30 Thurs 10/0711/18 4-4:55pm Community Center Fitness Room - 006

no class: 10/28, 11/11

Harvest Fest 2021 $5 Resident • $5 Non-Resident

Celebrate the start of the fall season with family games, activities and crafts. This event is sensory friendly and fun for the whole family! Entry is $5 per person with a cap of $20 per family.

Age Day Date Time Where

All Sat 10/16 11am-1pm Community Center Upper Field Allee

Teen Time - Ages 14-22

Hang out with old friends, meet new friends and get ready for a fun time while going on adventures.

Pre-registration is required.

Activity Day Date Time Where

Bowling at Kings Thurs 9/23 5:307:30pm Kings, Burlington Movies & Snacks Thurs 10/14 6-8pm AMC Showcase, Burlington Game Night Thurs 11/4 5:307:30pm Lexington Community Center

Let’s Kick It

Let’s Kick It is an inclusive soccer program that will teach the basics of the game at a level and pace that is comfortable for each participant. The practices will be led by Therapeutic Recreation staff and will focus on soccer skills and techniques while incorporating social games.

Age Day Date Fee Time Where

4-6 Wed 9/810/6 7-11 Wed 9/810/6 $125 Resident $135 Non-res 4:15-5pm Community Center Lower $135 Resident $145 Non-res 5-6pm Field near Marrett Rd

INCLUSION SUPPORT

Inclusion support is available to participants of all ages and abilities upon request. Inclusion support is an individualized process designed to fit the needs of each participants and promote success within the program. Lexington Recreation provides the following reasonable accommodations: an increase in staff ratios, working with an inclusion aide in the program, game or rule modification, environment modification and implementing visual schedules, reward charts, token boards, social stories and other inclusion tools. Inclusion support can be requested at the time of registration or by emailing the Therapeutic Recreation Specialist. For more information, please contact kdeangelis@lexingtonma.gov

Town of Lexington Recreation and Community Programs 39 Marrett Road | Lexington, MA 02421 (781) 698-4800 | Lexingtonma.gov/recreation

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Registration begins Wednesday August 25thu

PRESORTED STANDARD U.S. Postage PAID Boston, MA Permit No. 3011

Winter registration is coming soon! Ski • Snowboard • Sports • S.T.E.A.M. didn't receive your fall guide? Register online now or call 781-698-4800 or email @recdept@lexingtonma.gov for your guide