Parks Dept. Fun for Kids and Families Summer Enrichment ProgramsIt's That Time Again!Springfield’s Park and Recreation Division is offering 10 fun-filled, challenging, hands-on, project-based enrichment programs for Springfield residents that will allow your child to use their imagination, try new things and make new friends. These activities include: language arts, math, arts and culture, technology, science, engineering, health and fitness, leadership, community service, recreation and sports. * Funding for these summer enrichment programs is made possible through the MA Department of Elementary & Secondary Education 21st Century Community Learning Center grant. Partial funding is also provided by the City of Springfield. Please Note: Registration is FIRST COME, FIRST SERVED! Please arrive early the day of registration for there are limited slots available at each program site. To enter Forest Park, you must pay an entrance fee of $3.00, unless you have a season pass (Season passes $13.00 for Springfield residents). OUR REGISTRATION FEE HAS INCREASED THIS YEAR: $50 FOR THE SIX-WEEK PROGRAMS AND $35 FOR THE FOUR-WEEK PROGRAMS FOR THE FIRST CHILD. EACH ADDITIONAL CHILD IS $10 (REGARDLESS OF PROGRAM LENGTH)
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All programs are project-based. "On The Wilder Side"If you are looking for a fun-filled out-of-the-ordinary experience, this adventure program is just right for you and promises to be EXTRA-ordinary! There will be five, one-week sessions that include team building games and challenges, kayaking, fishing, swimming, treasure hunts, hiking, snorkeling, survival skills and out-of-the-box adventure! This year’s lineup has a ropes challenge course to add even more excitement and challenges to your wilder experience! From beginner to expert level, you will learn new skills while exploring fun ways of helping each other AND our environment. Come uncover the REAL you in this unique program of self esteem and competence building. So c’mon…take a week on the wilder side…or take two! Five Sessions from July 2 - August 3, 2012 Preview/Print Registration Form Tennis In Forest Park 2012When: 3 Sessions Starting on July 9th Where: Forest Park Preview/Print Registration Form Learn To Swim
Pre-Registration is required. Call Sandy Federico at 787-6435. Preview/Print the Registration Form Camp STAR Angelina Universal Master PlanSpringfield's 375th AnniversarySpringfield is celebrating big time. It's our 375th anniversary and you are invited to take a peak at what's in store for our city. Visit the official website for details. Open Gym Programs
End dates are subject to change. For more information call 787-6434.
"Firsts Things First - Celebrating Springfield"The City of 50 Firsts!Afterschool programsLooking for a free afterschool program that provides a safe, fun-filled environment for your children with lots of opportunities for hands-on educational and recreational activities to support what they do during the school day? The Recreation Division of the Department of Parks, Buildings and Recreation Management runs 12, afterschool programs at six elementary and six middle schools located throughout the city and funded by the Massachusetts Department of Education's 21st Century Community Learning Center grant. Public skatingPublic skating is offered at Cyr Arena in Forest Park on Friday and Saturday evenings from 7:00 p.m. – 8:50 p.m. and Sundays from 2:00 p.m. – 3:50 p.m. beginning on Friday, October 14. There is a $5.00 admission fee ($3.00 for youth) and a $4.00 skate rental fee. Birthday parties may be scheduled please call 787-6438 after 4:00 p.m. for booking and fee information. Sports leaguesThe Springfield Department of Parks, Buildings & Recreation Management offers a variety of recreational sports leagues to city residents. Want to register someone for a particular sport? Here's a list of contacts. |
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