Winter 2026 Youth Programs & Classes

BEDFORD RECREATION

Winter 2026

Y O U T H PROGRAMS YOUTH PROGRAMS & & CLASSES CLASSES

General Department Information Winter Registration Opens Monday, December 1 at 8:00 PM Contact Us

Office Hours

Bedford Recreation Department 12 Mudge Way Bedford, MA 01730

Monday 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM Tuesday-Thursday 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM Friday Closed

Phone: 781-275-1392 Fax: 781-687-6156 Website: www.bedfordrecreation.org

Register online at www.bedfordrecreation.org or in person, by mail or by fax. A registration form is in this brochure for non-online registration. Tuition must be paid at the time of registration. We do not prorate. We accept VISA, MasterCard, AmEx and Discover. Checks should be made payable to the Town of Bedford. There is a $25 penalty fee for returned checks. Those requiring special assistance, please contact the Recreation Director. Transportation, when provided, will be by Bedford Charter unless otherwise noted.

Financial Aid For consideration, please submit the Financial Assistance Form and Registration Form. Forms can be found on our website or scan the QR code.

Bedford Recreation Scholarship Fund: In order to continue offering quality programs at affordable costs, please consider donating to our scholarship fund. Bedford Recreation's goal is never to turn away an interested participant due to economic hardship. With your help of $5, $10, $25 (or more!), we will be able to continue this practice.

Refund/Cancellation Policy Notice must be given 5 business days’ prior to program start for refund. If the required notice is given refunds will be issued less 10% of the cost of the program. Medical refunds given after a program has begun will be prorated and the 10% fee will be charged. Other exceptions are noted in program descriptions.

Recreation Staff Josh Smith Director

Michael Winskowicz Program Leader

Nikki Taylor, CPRP

Alex Plodzik, CTRS

Rachel Berg, MS, CPRP

Assistant Director

Program Coordinator & Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Angelina Shinas

Deb Squillini

Brendan McEvoy

Therapeutic Recreation Aid

Administrative Assistant

Kids’ Club Director

Program Coordinator

General Department Information Flexible Spending Town of Bedford Tax ID: 04-6001082. Receipts may be printed from Active (online registration system).

Inclusion Support Does your child need a little extra support to participate in Recreation Programs? Please see the Therapeutic Recreation section of this brochure for more information and contact Angelina Shinas for questions about Therapeutic Recreation/Inclusion.

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Department Information

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Community Events

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Preschool Programs

11-17 Elementary Programs 19-21 Mixed Age Programs 22-23 No School & Vacation Programs 23-25 Middle School & High School Programs

Class Locations 26-27 Therapeutic Recreation All class locations are subject to change.

28 Spring 2026 Travel Soccer Participants will be given as much notice as possible. 29 Employment Opportunities Photo Permission Participants in Bedford Recreation sponsored activities permit the taking of photos and videos of themselves and their children for publication and use. Instructions to the contrary must be made in writing to the Recreation Director.

Recreation Commission Robin Steele, Chair Heidi Trockman Leah Devereaux Michael O’Donnell Ron Richter

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Summer Recreation Job Fair

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Registration Form

Follow us on social media!

Facebook & Instagram: @BedfordRec.MA

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Tree Lighting Community Events

Saturday, December 6

2:00 - 6:00 pm Holiday Artisans Market, First Parish Church Outdoor Holiday Market, Town Common Music Performances

5:00 pm on the Town Common Tree Lighting & Arrival of Santa 3

For full information visit the website https://www.bedfordma.gov/437/Bedford-Cultural-District

Winter lights Contest The entries will be posted on our Facebook Page and the display that receives the most “likes” will be the winner! By entering, all homes grant permission for their address to be included on a list to be published for the community to visit the light displays.

Registration is OPEN for this contest Deadline to enter: Friday, December 12 Enter using our online registration system and search “Winter Lights Contest.”

Send photo of your display to dsquillini@bedfordma.gov by December 12.

The winner will receive 4 free AMC or Showcase movie tickets.

Community Events

This contest is an opportunity for you to show off your home and winter light display!

Only displays visible from the roadway will be considered as part of the display. The contest is free and open to all Bedford Residents.

www.bedfordrecreation.org

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Community Events

PUZZLE

PALOOZA $35/ TEAM

per event

6:30 8:30 PM BHS CAFE

FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6 FRIDAY, MARCH 13 KIDS PUZZLE PALOOZA

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Prizes

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Grades 1 - 5 compete in completing a 300 piece puzzle during our March 13th event!

Get a team together to compete in completing a 500 piece puzzle! Everyone gets the same puzzle and at the end, take the puzzle home with you. Bring your own nut-free snacks and nonalcoholic beverages for a night of good old fashioned fun! Middle schoolers must be on a team with an adult.

Puzzle Swap Table

Light Refreshments

Ages 12+

T T L L U U D D A A ! !

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JANUARY

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IT’S A GAME OF TREACHERY, DECEIT, AND MURDER. AT THE BEGINNING OF THE GAME, SEVERAL PLAYERS ARE SECRETLY GIVEN THE ROLE OF “TRAITORS”, ATTEMPTING TO BLEND IN AND “MURDER” THE OTHER PLAYERS (CALLED FAITHFUL’S) WITHOUT GETTING CAUGHT. THROUGHOUT THE COURSE OF THE GAME, PLAYERS MUST WORK TO IDENTIFY THE TRAITORS, COMPLETE MISSIONS TO ADD TO THE PRIZE POOL AND CONFRONT THE POTENTIAL TRAITORS AT THE “ROUND TABLE”.

NO KNOWLEDGE OF THE SHOW IS REQUIRED TO PARTICIPATE, THOUGH THERE ARE PLENTY OF HAT TIPS TO THE PROGRAM FOR FANS OF THE SHOW. BRING YOUR OWN NUT-FREE SNACKS AND NON-ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES.

Community Events

TRAITORS A Real life Competition 6:30 - 9:30 PM | $55 | KIDS’ CLUB WING

Inspired by the hit show

Light Refreshments | Prizes | Ages 18+ | Min 12 / Max 25

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Community Events

Multiple Bingo Rounds Exciting Prizes Every Round Light Refreshments Family-Friendly Atmosphere

JGMS Cafeteria $35 for a Family of 4 $5 Each additional Bingo Card

Discount Tickets Whale Watching Tickets $42 each (Regular Price $50-$65) Tickets can be purchased at the Recreation Office and used anytime (they do not expire). Not valid for Saturday or Sunday afternoon trips. Once you have tickets, visit www.SeeTheWhales.com to choose your date/time and call 1-800-877-5110 to reserve.

More info and directions are on the website. Cape Ann Whale Watch is located at Rose’s Wharf in Gloucester. Children age 3 and under are $10—call to add with your reservation. Tickets are nonrefundable. A small fuel surcharge may apply; check the website for updates. Season runs April– October.

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$10 Movie Tickets Please check movie theaters for restrictions May not be used online No expiration date

Showcase Tickets Regular price prime-time $12-$13

AMC Yellow Tickets Regular price Adult $12-16

Little Farmers (Ages 2.5-5) Instructor: Chip in Farm Join our farmers to help care for the baby goats, cows, and miniature horse Clyde at Chip-in Farm!

The Little Farmers will learn what it takes to be a farmer through stories, games, crafts, and real farm work. When our chores are done, we will have fun playing outside on the farm together and in the surrounding fields and forest. The farm offers a full sensory experience for your Little Farmer. This program is for children ages 2.5-5. This is a drop-off class but parents are always welcome to join!

Preschool Pony Power Hour (Ages 2.5-5) Instructor: Chip in Farm The ponies at Chip in Farm are looking for some friends to play with this Fall!

Come learn about horse safety while you groom and ride the ponies at Chip in Farm. They love to be bathed, decorated, take walks in the woods, and jump over obstacles, and even have a few surprise pony games they like to play.

Wed, 3/4-3/25 | 9:00-10:00 PM | Chip in Farm, 201 Hartwell Road Max 10 | Fee: $100

Saturday Soccer with Soccer Shots (Ages 2-5) Instructor: Soccer Shots Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. Our caring team positively impacts children’s lives on and off the field through best-in-class coaching, curriculum and communication.

Sat, 1/10-2/28, 8 Wks | JGMS Gym | Max 12 | Fee: $250 Soccer Shots Mini (Ages 2-3) 9:00-9:30 AM Soccer Shots Mini program high-energy program introducing children to fundamental soccer principles, such as using your feet, dribbling and the basic rules of the game. Through fun games, songs and positive reinforcement, children will begin to experience the joy of playing soccer and being active.

Preschool Programs

Option 1: Mon, 3/2-3/23 | 9:00-12:00 PM | Chip in Farm, 201 Hartwell Road | Max 10 | Fee: $207 Option 2: Tue, 3/3-3/24 | 9:00-12:00 PM | Chip in Farm, 201 Hartwell Road | Max 10 | Fee: $207

Soccer Shots Classic Hybrid Ages 3-4: 9:40-10:10 AM Ages 4-5: 10:30-11:00 AM Soccer Shots Classic Hybrid program utilizes creative and imaginative games to focus on basic soccer skills like dribbling, passing and shooting. We also highlight a positive character trait each session such as respect, teamwork and appreciation. We use a progression for the scrimmages at the end of each session.

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Preschool Gymnastics (Ages 1-5) Instructor: Jennifer McGrath Jennifer brings oodles of energy to keep kids moving in her preschool gymnastics/movement classes. Adult participation is required when noted. Children participate in bare feet.

Preschool Programs

Saturdays, 1/10-3/28 (No class 2/21) 11 Weeks Toddler Tumblers (Age 12-36 months): 8:45-9:25 AM Preschool Gymnastics (Ages 3-5 years): 9:30-10:10 AM Preschool Gymnastics (Ages 3-5 years): 10:15-10:55 AM *See the Grade K-2 Elementary Section for Friday Class option for Age 4.

Toddler Tumblers (with adult participation): This class is the perfect combination of fun and learning. There will be a different theme each week involving different equipment.

Participants will roll down the mat, walk across the beam, swing like monkeys, and jump like frogs. Parachutes and stamps complete this magical gymnastics class. Children must be walking to participate. (max 15) Preschool Gymnastics (without adult participation): This class teaches beginning skills that will be useful for any sport. Focus is placed on strength and flexibility while building balance and body awareness. Gymnastics equipment is used in this class to reinforce gymnastics skills. (Max 15)

Location: First Church Lower Fellowship Hall (25 Great Road, Bedford). Please park in the Town Hall Lot behind the church.

Fee: $295

Explore the Bedford Science Center at Lane School (Ages3-5 with Caregiver) Instructor: Erin Campbell Welcome to the Bedford Science Center, where science comes to life! In this hands-on program, young explorers will embark on an exciting adventure through the Science Center. From hens and curious guinea pigs to slithering snakes and playful geckos, the center is home to a variety of animals that spark curiosity and a love for science. Students will help care for these creatures—feeding them, learning about their habitats, and discovering how the Science Center keeps them healthy and happy—all while gaining a deeper understanding of the natural world in a fun, interactive way.

Option 1: Saturday, January 10 | 9:00-9:45 AM | Lane School Science Center | Max 18 | Fee: $30 Option 2: Saturday, February 7 | 9:00-9:45 AM | Lane School Science Center | Max 18 | Fee: $30

Music Together (Ages 0-5) Instructor: Little Moon Music Music Together is an early childhood music program that allows children and their parents/caregivers to use their primary instrument, which is their voice, as the foundation for community music making. Along our voices, we will add our second most important instrument (our bodies) to tap and clap to the beat of the songs we sing. Each class we dance and we use percussion instruments. Full participation from the parents/caregivers is expected and needed to achieve the goals of the class: to help the kids develop tonal and rhythmic competence while experiencing the joy of making music along the people who love them and care for them.

Option 1: Fridays, 1/16-3/13 (No 2/20) 8 Weeks | 10:00-10:45 AM | 12 Mudge Way, Bedford | Min 6/Max 12 | Fee: $225* Option 2: Fridays, 1/16-3/13 (No 2/20) 8 Weeks | 11:15-12:00 PM | 12 Mudge Way, Bedford | Min 6/Max 12 | Fee: $225* *Reduced rate available for siblings. Call the Recreation Department to inquire about sibling discount.

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Super Soccer Stars (Ages 2-5) Instructor: Super Soccer Stars Coaches At Soccer Stars, we use the soccer ball as the vehicle to help children improve their soccer skills, develop self-confidence and physical literacy, improve gross motor skills, and hone socialization skills. Our dynamic coaches help to develop these skills and teamwork in a fun, nurturing, and educational environment. Classes are progressive and each lesson has been developed to teach age appropriate activities. We have programs for all ages and stages!

Ages 3-4 (2:05-2:35 PM) Our youth soccer program offers a fun, positive, non-competitive environment where children will learn the fundamentals of soccer. Our coaches use positive reinforcement to teach skills while building confidence. These classes will start with a warm-up, continue with skill building, and end with a smallsided scrimmage match.

Ages 4-5 (2:40-3:20 PM) Our youth soccer program offers a fun, positive, non-competitive environment where children will learn the fundamentals of soccer. Our coaches use positive reinforcement to teach skills while building confidence. These classes will start with a warm-up, continue with skill building, and end with a smallsided scrimmage match.

Session 1: Sundays, 1/4-1/25, 4 Wks | BHS Back Gym | Min 4/Max 12 | Fee: $112 Session 2: Sundays, 2/1-3/8 (No 2/15 & 2/22) | BHS Back Gym | Min 4/Max 12 | Fee: $112

Lil Ninja (Ages 3-5) Instructor: Knucklebones Does your child love to run, jump, climb, and tumble? Then our play on American Ninja Warrior is the perfect class. Each week, children will participate in stretching, elements, obstacles, and games to help develop gross motor skills. From swinging on a high bar to balance beams, climbing structures and tumbling on mats, to leaping into a ball pit - your child is sure to have a blast…for the love of play! Parent participation is encouraged.

Monday, March 2 | 4:45-5:35 PM | Davis School Gym | Min 8/Max 12 | Fee: $25

Preschool Programs

Ages 2-3 (1:30-2:00 PM) Coaches take children on a trip through a world of exciting physical activity. Play-based activities & engaging original music are used to develop pre-soccer skills in a fun & nurturing environment.

Little Olympians (Ages 3-5) Instructor: Sports Zone 101 Get ready for big fun and little athletes! This exciting program is designed just for toddlers (ages 3-5) to explore the basics of sports while having a blast with silly, interactive games. Each week, kids will get moving with activities like soccer, basketball, and kickball, paired with playful favorites like parachute games, obstacle courses, and balloon volleyball. Our goal is to help little ones develop coordination, teamwork, and confidence through movement and exploration—all in a supportive and fun environment. Whether they’re kicking a ball, running through tunnels, or just having a giggle, your toddler will love being part of the fun! Ready to spark a love for movement and play? Let’s get started Mon, 3/2-3/23, 4 Wks | 4:45-5:30 PM | Lane School Gym | Min 8/Max 12 | Fee: $144

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Preschool Programs

Biddy Basketball (Ages 3-5) Instructor: Sports Zone 101 This program teaches kids the basics of basketball in an exciting, funfilled environment! Your littles will be taught simple basketball skills like dribbling, passing, and shooting, as well as participate in fun games to reinforce those fine and gross motor skills. This program is great for any child to get started in basketball without the commitment of league play!

Tue, 3/3-3/24, 4 Wks | 4:45-5:30 PM | Lane School Gym Min 8/Max 12 | Fee: $144

Do you have an idea for a Preschool Recreation Program? We want to hear it!

Reach out to Nikki Taylor (ntaylor@bedfordma.gov) to share your ideas.

Builders & Racers (Grades K-2)

Elementary Program (K-2)

Instructor: Sports Zone 101

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Builders and Racers Club Join our Builders & Racers Club, a fun and engaging recreational activity class where kids explore creativity and problem-solving through hands-on play with LEGO bricks and marble run sets! What Kids Will Do: LEGO Creations: Build imaginative structures, vehicles, and themed projects.

Marble Run Challenges: Design exciting marble tracks to test speed and creativity.

Team Collaboration: Work together to complete group builds and challenges.

Fri, 1/9-2/6, 5 Wks | Dismissal-4:30 PM | Davis School Cafe | Min 8/Max 16 | Fee: $144

Ninja Warrior (Grades K-2) Instructor: Knucklebones Ninja Warrior is a blend of fitness, flexibility, strength, skill and fun!

Participants will engage in various drills, elements, games and obstacle courses. From scaling cargo nets on a truss to walking across balance beams, climbing over an A-Frame to hanging on monkey bars, this class enables participants to have fun progressing through elements... for the love of play!This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo. Please inform Kids’ Club if you are enrolling in the combo by filling out the Outside Activities Form.

Monday, March 2 | 5:45-6:45 PM| Davis School Gym | Min 8/Max 12 | Fee: $25

SuperStructures (Grades K-2) KinderBots (Grades K-2) Instructor: Snapology

Instructor: Snapology

In Snapology’s SuperStructures program, students will explore the fascinating world of architectural design and engineering using building bricks.

Through creative, hands-on projects, they’ll learn the principles of structure, balance, and design as they construct famous landmarks and imagine their own creations. This program encourages problemsolving, spatial awareness, and creativity while inspiring a love for architecture and engineering.

Thu, 1/8-2/12, 6 Wks | 4:00-4:55 PM 12 Mudge Way | Min 6/Max 12 | Fee: $138

Introduce your youngest learners to the exciting world of robotics and engineering with Snapology’s KinderBots program! Designed for early learners, this class combines creativity, building, and basic coding to make STEM learning fun and engaging.

Using bricks and simple robotic components, children will explore how machines move, sense, and react to their environment—developing problemsolving skills, sequencing, and teamwork in the process.

Thu, 2/26-4/2, 6 Wks | 4:00-4:55 PM 12 Mudge Way | Min 6/Max 12 | Fee: $138

Davis AM Gym (Grades K-2) Instructor: Recreation Staff This early morning drop off program will energize your children and prepare them for the day ahead. Davis AM Gym is a combination of fun activities and sports that helps children ease into the school day. Please note that this program does not meet on noschool days or school delays due to weather or other reasons. This is a seasonal program, participants must register each session.

Mon-Fri, 1/5-4/3 | 8:00 AM-Start of School | Davis School Gym | Fee: $254

Instructor: FAST Athletics 3…..2…..1…..bzzzz. Our basketball program will help increase the student’s confidence in passing, shooting, and dribbling skills so when it’s time to make that game winning shot they are ready! They will also learn the proper techniques of playing defense, rebounding and boxing out. Besides playing scrimmages, the students will also play games such as knock out, dribbling relay races, and hot hands. Other sports and games will be inlcuded in this class. Please send your child with a snack for the beginning of class.

Mon, 1/12-3/2 (No 1/19 & 2/16) 7 Wks | Dismissal-4:30 PM | Davis School Gym | Min 10/Max 24 | Fee: $121

FAST Dodgeball & Sports (Grades K-2) Instructor: FAST Athletics The most intense and exciting program you have ever seen. The students will learn how to work together, strategize and exercise without even knowing it! There are tons of creative and competitive dodgeball games incorporated into this program – there will never be a dull moment!!! Gatorskin dodgeballs will be used which are proven to be the safest dodgeballs out there! Safety rules and regulations will be enforced before each class. Other sports and games will be inlcuded in this class. Please send your child with a snack for the beginning of class.

Tue, 1/13-3/3 (No 2/17) 7 Wks | Dismissal-4:30 PM | Davis School Gym | Min 10/Max 24 | Fee: $121

Davis Art (Grades K-2) Instructor: Sarah Scoville Davis Art is a drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture class focused on technique and experimentation. We will work with traditional media such as charcoal and acrylic paint. We will also get messy and creative with paper mache and we will learn simple sewing to investigate different mixed media. The class starts with a read-a-loud and ends with the last few minutes supervised outside on the playground (weather permitting). Please send a snack for the beginning of the program.

Mon, 1/5-3/2 (No 1/19 & 2/16) 7 Wks | Dismissal-4:30 PM | Davis School Cafe | Min 10/Max 14 | Fee: $245

Wednesday Art (Grades K-2)

Elementary Program (K-2)

FAST Basketball & Sports (Grades K-2)

Instructor: Sarah Scoville Wednesday Art is a drawing, painting, printmaking, and sculpture class focused on technique and experimentation. We will work with traditional media such as charcoal and acrylic paint. We will also get messy and creative with paper mache and we will learn simple sewing to investigate different mixed media. This program is eligible as a Kids' Club Combo. If you are registering for this program as a Kids' Club Combo please be sure to fill out the Outside Activities Form.

Wed, 1/7-2/25 (No 2/18) 7 Wks| 3:00-4:00 PM | 12 Mudge Way | Min 10/Max 12 | Fee: $245

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Davis Yoga (Grades K-2) Instructor: Bonnie McCulloch

Elementary Program (K-2)

Roar like a lion, fly like a butterfly and travel to far-away places by experiencing yoga combined with music, storytelling and cooperative games. Imagination will be stretched in this yoga class that explores both breath work, yoga postures and relaxation technique. Skills will be presented in a fun and creative manner.

Prior to the class, children will be released to the cafeteria to enjoy quiet activities until the busses have left.

Please send a snack and yoga mat.

Option 1: Mon, 1/12-3/2 (No 1/19 & 2/16) 6 Wks | Dismissal-4:30 PM | Davis School Pod | Min 10/Max 12 | Fee: $90 Option 2: Thu, 1/15-2/26 (No 2/19) 6 Wks | Dismissal-4:30 PM | Davis School Gym | Min 10/Max 12 | Fee: $90

Afterschool Chess (Grades K-2) Instructor: Prathiba Gounder Learn and reinforce basic principles. This class covers the topics like: Piece names/movement, starting position, turn-sequence, piece values, special rules, general board competencies, and checks/checkmates. We'll learn about notations for reading (and writing) games. We'll do lots of problem-solving work, so be prepared to exercise your brain.

Students will be able to play with each other as well as their instructor to practice their skills and learn. All equipment Is provided for this program. Please send snack for before class.

Tue, 1/13-3/10 (No 2/17) | Dismissal-4:30 PM | Davis School Cafe | Min 8/Max 14 | Fee: $258

Davis Minecraft (Grades K-2) Instructor: Cody Allatt & Staff The most intense and exciting program you have ever seen. The students will learn how to work together, strategize and exercise without even knowing it! There are tons of creative and competitive dodgeball games incorporated into this program – there will never be a dull moment!!! Gatorskin dodgeballs will be used which are proven to be the safest dodgeballs out there! Safety rules and regulations will be enforced before each class. Other sports and games will be inlcuded in this class. Please send your child with a snack for the beginning of class.

Option 1: Mon, 1/5-3/9 (No 1/19 & 2/16) 8 Wks | Dismissal-4:30 PM | Davis School Lib | Min 10/Max 20 | Fee: $121 Option 2: Thu, 1/8-3/5 (No 2/19) 8 Wks | Dismissal-4:30 PM | Davis School Lib | Min 10/Max 20 | Fee: $121

Gymnastics (Age 4-Grade 2) Instructor: Jennifer McGrath & Staff This gymnastics program introduces participants to the fundamentals of gymnastics. Jennifer and her staff’s contagious energy keeps kids moving as they are introduced to the basic skills required for floor, bar, vaulting and low beam. Participants learn bridges, splits, jumps and much more.

Students will participate in bare feet and comfortable clothing and should tie their hair back.

Fri, 1/9-3/27 (No 2/20) 11 Wks | 4:00-4:45 PM | Lane School Gym | Max 40 | Fee: $299

Robot Commanders (Grades K-2) Instructor: Circuit Lab Understanding how software can interact with robots is a key skill for the STEM jobs of tomorrow. In this class we provide several active, playful activities, where students learn about what it means to write, debug, and execute computer programs that communicate with different robotic devices. Using the power of code, students will turn Sphero SPRK+ robots into Magic 8 Balls, automated Red Light / Green Light games, and the arcade classic Pong – and Unruly Splats will become our voting machines, relay races, guessing games, and more.

Thu, 1/8-2/12, 6 Wks | Dismissal-4:30 PM | Davis School Cafe | Min 6/Max 12 | Fee: $197

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Make Your Own Games & Animations (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Code Wiz

Thu, 1/8-2/26 (No 2/19) 7 Wks | Dismissal-4:00 PM | Lane School Library | Min 6/Max 14 | Fee: $282

Let’s Design a Game (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Sarah Scoville Let's design a game! Everyone will play, design, and create their own game. It may include illustrating playing cards, building a board game, and creating playing pieces. Please send a snack for the beginning of the program. This program is eligible as a Kids' Club Combo. If you are registering for this program as a Kids' Club Combo please be sure to fill out the Outside Activities Form.

Thu, 1/8-1/29, 4 Wks | Dismissal-4:00 PM | Lane School Art Room | Min 10/Max 14 | Fee: $175

Fiber Art (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Sarah Scoville In Fiber Art students will learn various fiber techniques including weaving, simple sewing, and felting. Please send a snack for the beginning of the program. This program is eligible as a Kids' Club Combo. If you are registering for this program as a Kids' Club Combo please be sure to fill out the Outside Activities Form.

Thu, 2/5-3/5 (No 2/19) 4 Wks | Dismissal-4:00 PM | Lane School Art Room | Min 10/Max 14 | Fee: $175

Lane Yoga (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Bonnie McCulloch In this yoga class, students explore traditional yoga poses, breathing techniques and relaxation through literature, music, art creation and more. They build strength, self-awareness, balance and concentration. Students listen to popular music while they learn yoga postures and explore topics such as compassion, empathy, inner strength and peace. Please send a yoga mat and snack. This program is eligible for a Kids' Club Combo. Parents must inform Kids' Club if enrolling in the combo.

Tue, 1/13-2/24 (No 2/17) 6 Wks | Dismissal-4:00 PM | Lane School Music Rm | Min 10/Max 12 | Fee: $90

Nashoba Snowtubing (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Parent Volunteers Bundle up and enjoy this fun winter activity! The Nashoba Tubing Park is large and offers a variety of well-maintained tubing trails as well as a lift to the top of the hill. The bus leaves Lane School at dismissal and transports participants and volunteers to Nashoba. The bus will return to Lane School at promptly 4:45 PM. Please bring snow gear with an eye toward the wind chill and potentially wet, slushy conditions on occasion.

Elementary Program (3-5)

Gaming will never be the same again! In this fun and engaging class, young learners will dive into the exciting world of game design using Scratch, a kid-friendly drag n drop programming platform. This course is designed to ignite creativity and introduce the basics of coding in a playful environment. Students will learn how to bring their imaginative ideas to life by creating simple, interactive games and animations. Students do not need to have any coding experience! This program is eligible as a Kids' Club Combo. If you are registering for this program as a Kids' Club Combo please be sure to fill out the Outside Activities Form.

Parent Volunteers are needed to make this program possible. Please indicate your willingness to volunteer when registering your child.

Weds, 1/14 & 1/28, 2 Wks | Dismissal-4:45 PM Nashoba Tubing Park, Westford | Max 80 | Fee: $136

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Afterschool Chess (Grades 3-5)

Elementary Program (3-5)

Instructor: Prathiba Gounder

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Kids will learn about movement of pieces, check, checkmate, beginner tactics and strategies. The class will be 30min of lesson time and 30min of supervised playtime. All materials will be provided, you may bring your own pencil in case of any chess puzzles to be done. This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo. Please inform Kids’ Club if you are enrolling in the combo by filling out the Outside Activities Form.

Fri, 1/9-3/6 (No 2/20) 8 Wks | Dismissal-4:00 PM | Lane School Library | Min 12/Max 20 | Fee: $258

Friday Gymnastics (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Jennifer McGrath & Staff This gymnastics program introduces participants to the fundamentals of gymnastics. Jennifer and her staff’s contagious energy keeps kids moving as they are introduced to the basic skills required for floor, bar, vaulting and low beam. Participants learn bridges, splits, jumps and much more. Students will participate in bare feet and comfortable clothing and should tie their hair back.

This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo. Parents must inform Kids’ Club in advance if your child is enrolled in this program.

Fri, 1/9-3/27 (No 2/20) 11 Wks | Dismissal-4:00 PM | Lane School Gym| Max 40 | Fee: $299

3D Printing, Coding & Design (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Rhode Island Computer Museum (RICM) Staff See how the seemingly impossible is achieved with BlocksCAD, a web-based tool that introduces kids to 3D modeling through blocks-based coding! In this class, you will learn the foundations of coding to create digital files and transform one of them into a real object that you can hold in your hand! You will manipulate simple geometric shapes in a three-dimensional environment to make lots of amazing projects. As you build upon introductory programming concepts such as loops and sequencing, you will be able to make personalized designs like a robot, name tag, or keychain. This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo. Parents must inform Kids’ Club in advance if your child is enrolled in this program.

Wed, 1/7-2/25 (No 2/18) 7 Wks | Dismissal-2:30 PM | Lane School Library | Min 4/Max 12 | Fee: $202

Video Game Design with Scratch (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Rhode Island Computer Museum (RICM) Staff Have you ever wondered how the designers of your favorite video games work their magic? Put down your controllers and join us as we dive into Scratch, a beginner-friendly coding platform developed by MIT that allows kids to make stories, games, and animations! Discover how to set the scene with fantastic backdrops, sound effects, and dialogue! And, learn how to make your 2D character move by creating a polished walk cycle! You will learn the basics of character development and create a video game sample to share with your friends and family. Come “crack the code” of video games, and unleash your creativity! This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo. Parents must inform Kids’ Club in advance if your child is enrolled in this program. If you are not participating in the Kids’ Club Combo this program is parent drop off. Students may not remain at Lane School.

Wed, 1/7-2/25 (No 2/18) 7 Wks | 2:45-3:45 PM | Lane School Library | Min 4/Max 12 | Fee: $202

Home Alone Training (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Juanita Allen Kingsley, W-EMT

Monday, February 9 | 4:30-5:45 PM | 12 Mudge Way | Max 12 | Fee: $58

Hands on Electronics (Grade 3-5) Instructor: Circuit Lab Tinker with electronics while learning the basics of computer programming. We begin by experimenting with the fundamentals of electronics and circuitry, and step up to projects where our class of young makers will design their own interactive and programmable devices. Participants use the latest tools including Arduino (for building interactive devices) and Raspberry Pi (for learning about computers and coding) to experiment with LEDs, resistors, motors, and programming. Each class day gives participants the chance to design a hands-on project with the guidance of skilled Circuit Lab instructors. This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo. Parents must inform Kids’ Club in advance if your child is enrolled in this program.

Thu, 3/5-4/9 | Dismissal-4:00 PM | Lane School Library | Min 6/Max 12 | Fee: $197

Lego Adventures (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Right Brain Curriculum Calling all Lego masters! Get ready for an exciting weekly building challenge — from skyscrapers to zoos, bridges to airports, and everything in between! Our Right Brain Curriculum instructors will teach you the fascinating history behind each structure: How airports graduated from landing strips to vast travel networks or how aeroelasticity explains why the Tacoma bridge nicknamed “Galloping Gertie” collapsed. With an enormous assortment of Legos at your disposal, you’ll bring your creative visions to life. Showcase your stunning models as we photograph and document your masterpieces! Learning and Legos: Now that’s an adventure!

This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo. Parents must inform Kids’ Club in advance if your child is enrolled in this program.

Mon, 1/5-2/9 (No 1/19), 5 Wks | Dismissal-4:00 PM | Lane School Library | Min 8/Max 14 | Fee: $173

Writing Wizards (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Right Brain Curriculum

Elementary Programs (3-5)

The first steps toward independence! In this course, children are taught the basics of being safe when home alone for short periods of time.

Topics include how to answer the telephone and door, internet safety, accident prevention and fire safety protection, how to call 911, and simple first aide techniques. We will also talk about how to use our time wisely.

Are you enchanted by mythical creatures, wizards, or thrilling alien adventures?

Join our dynamic writing class and bring your fantasy world to life! Design captivating characters, create cunning villains, and build unforgettable settings.

Our expert Right Brain Curriculum instructors will guide you through essential writing skills—craft gripping conflicts, enrich your scenes, and breathe life into dialogue. Plus, create a heartfelt dedication, eye-catching illustrations, and a stunning cover! Enroll today and let your storytelling adventure begin! This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo. Parents must inform Kids’ Club in advance if your child is enrolled in this program.

Tue, 1/6-2/3, 5 Wks | Dismissal-4:00 PM | Lane School Library | Min 8/Max 14 | Fee: $173

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Lego Future House (Grades 3-5)

Elementary Program ( 3-5)

Instructor: Right Brain Curriculum

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Come join us in the next century! Take an exciting journey through smart homes, driverless cars, and advanced robots. Discover how today’s innovators are shaping our world and get inspired. Then get hands-on with our Lego design experience!

Build your dream house, complete with cutting-edge furniture, a sleek new vehicle, and even a high-tech pet! Don’t miss this chance to shape the future—hop in our virtual time travel machine and start designing your Future House today!

This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo. Parents must inform Kids’ Club in advance if your child is enrolled in this program.

Mon, 2/23-3/23, 5 Wks | Dismissal-4:00 PM | Lane School Library | Min 8/Max 14 | Fee: $173

Art Adventures (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Right Brain Curriculum Step into our vibrant art studio, where each week you’ll create artwork inspired by iconic artists like Pablo Picasso, Yayoi Kusama, Frida Kahlo, and Vincent van Gogh!

Our Right Brain Curriculum instructors will guide you in exploring each artist's unique style and help you craft your own masterpiece. To celebrate your artistic journey, we’ll host gallery walks where you can showcase your creations and share your vision with classmates. Get ready to ignite your imagination and let your creativity shine! This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo. Parents must inform Kids’ Club in advance if your child is enrolled in this program.

Tue, 2/24-3/24, 5 Wks | Dismissal-4:00 PM | Lane School Library | Min 8/Max 14 | Fee: $173

Morning Science Club (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Erin Campbell & Staff Help care for Lane School’s Chickens, Turtles, Guinea Pigs, Snake, Geckos, Tarantula (if you want!), and various crabs, fish, and sea stars in the marine biology touch tank. We may also dedicate one week to astronomy in the new Star Lab planetarium based on student interest.

Option 1: Tue, 3/3-3/24 | 7:30 AM-Start of School | Bedford Science Center @ Lane | Max 5 | Fee: $90 Option 2: Thu, 3/5-3/26 | 7:30 AM-Start of School | Bedford Science Center @ Lane | Max 5 | Fee: $90

Lane School Guinea Pig Club Lane School Builder’s Club (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Erin Campbell (Grades 3-5) Instructor: Erin Campbell Come hang with the guinea pigs at Lane School! This club will focus on taking care of and learning about guinea pigs, including their habits, diets, and how to provide them with the best possible care. This is a fun and educational opportunity to connect with fellow animal lovers. Plus, there will be plenty of time for cuddles and playtime with our adorable furry friends.

Tue, 3/3-3/24, 4 Wks | Dismissal-4:00 PM Bedford Science Center @ Lane Max 5 | Fee: $90

Join us at the Science Center for Builder’s Club — the ultimate space for creativity and construction! Kids will have the freedom to design, stack, and build using a variety of materials including Magintiles, Snap Circuits, Kapla Blocks, LEGOs, dominoes, and playing cards. Whether they’re creating towering structures, intricate designs, or imaginative worlds, the possibilities are endless! Science Center staff will be on hand to supervise and encourage, while builders explore, experiment, and bring their ideas to life in a fun, relaxed environment.

Thu, 3/5-3/26, 4 Wks | Dismissal-4:00 PM | Bedford Science Center @ Lane Max 5 | Fee: $90

Indoor Tennis Lessons (Grades K-5) Instructor: KA Tennis, Kyle Anderson & Staff

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Street Hockey Skills & Drills (Grades 2-5) Instructor: Sports Zone 101 In this action-packed class, kids will participate in a variety of games, such as soccer, dodgeball, football, kickball, pickle, battleship, basketball, and many others in our All-Star Sports program. In addition to learning the fundamentals of these sports, we will have exciting discussions about current events in sports, good sportsmanship and understanding the cool statistics on sports cards. Each participant will receive a daily pack of cards. This program is open to both boys and girls. Come and play like a champion!

Mon, 3/2-3/23, 4 Wks | 5:30-6:30 PM | Lane School Gym | Min 8/Max 16 | Fee: $144

Children’s Dining Etiquette (Grades 2-7) Instructor: New England School of Protocol The Children’s Dining Etiquette Workshop is a comprehensive and interactive program meticulously crafted to instill vital social skills and refined dining decorum in young learners. Specifically designed for children this workshop transcends basic table manners, placing emphasis on fostering self-awareness, respect, and consideration for others.

Tuesday, January 27 | 4:00-5:30 PM | 97 School Street, Carlisle | Max 4 | Fee: $75

Children’s Social Skills (Grades 2-7) Instructor: New England School of Protocol Our Social Skills workshop is crafted to instill core values, equipping children for diverse social settings—be it a family gathering, a meal at a restaurant, or a swift visit to the grocery store. Through our lessons, children effortlessly integrate good manners into their daily lives, setting them apart in any scenario. Social aptitude is invaluable at any age. The topics covered provide participants with the tools to nurture healthy relationships with friends, teachers, coaches, and adults. Instilling good manners not only teaches children respect but also earns them the respect of others.

Option 1: Tuesday, January 27 | 5:30-7:00 PM | 97 School Street, Carlisle | Max 4 | Fee: $75 Option 2: Monday, March 30 | 4:00-5:30 PM | 12 Mudge Way, Bedford | Max 4 | Fee: $75

Mixed Age Programs

Learn the sport of tennis from Kyle Anderson and his staff. Coach Kyle is a PTR and USTA certified instructor who has 25 years of full time experience instructing individuals and groups. This eightWednesday Lessons: week program is designed to teach the mechanics of ground stroke, volleys, serves and rallying skills. It is intended to introduce Wednesdays, 1/7-3/4 (No class 2/18) 8 Weeks younger players to the fundamentals of strokes. Kyle's hands on Grades K-2: Dismissal-3:15 PM approach, drills and fun games make this class appropriate for Grades 3-5 (Option 1): 3:15-4:15 PM Grades 3-5 (Option 2): 4:15-5:15 PM all ages. Please wear sneakers, athletic clothing and bring a tennis racket and water.

Friday Lessons: Grades 3-5: Parents are responsible for drop off and pick up.

Fridays, 1/9-3/6 (No class 2/20) 8 Weeks Grade K-2: May only sign up for one day/child.

Grades K-2: Dismissal-4:30 PM Location: Davis School Gym Grades 3-5: 4:30-5:30 PM Fee: $184

Children’s Conversation Skills Workshop (Grades 2-7) Instructor: New England School of Protocol For many children it is easy to strike up a conversation or join one already in progress but for others engaging in small talk or starting a conversation can be challenging. Developing a child’s conversational skills and etiquette is important as it helps them build confidence, cultivate friendships, and understand social expectations. A child who is good at communicating verbally will often produce better written communication and interpret what they read more accurately, helping them in all areas of academics.

Topics Include: How to start a conversation, Icebreakers to start a conversation, How to keep a conversation going, How to end a conversation, Topics to avoid, Active listening and not interrupting, Being respectful and non-judgmental, Rude and disrespectful body language and behavior, Giving and receiving compliments.

Option 1: Wednesday, February 25 | 4:00-5:30 PM | 97 School Street, Carlisle | Max 4 | Fee: $75 Option 2: Monday, March 30 | 5:30-7:00 PM | 12 Mudge Way, Bedford | Max 4 | Fee: $75

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Children’s Restaurant Ready Workshop (Grades 2-7) Instructor: New England School of Protocol Like to take your school-aged children or teens out to eat with you at a restaurant but you’re a little afraid of how they might behave? In this workshop, students will learn how to use good manners at the table when dining out at a restaurant or a special event. Table manners are not just about how to hold your silverware or how to place your napkin. Good table manners also show self-awareness, respect, and courtesy to others.

They are important tools for social interactions that will benefit children personally and professionally for the rest of their lives.

Wednesday, February 25 | 5:30-7:00 PM | 97 School Street, Carlisle | Max 4 | Fee: $75

Evening Chess (Ages 5-14)

Mixed Age Programs

Instructor: Prathiba Gounder All materials provided.

Beginner (Ages 5-12): Kids will learn about movement of pieces, check, checkmate, beginner tactics and strategies. The class will be 30min of lesson time and 30min of supervised playtime. All materials will be provided, you may bring your own pencil in case of any chess puzzles to be done.

Intermediate (Ages 6-14): Kids will learn about intermediate - advanced tactics and strategies for opening, middle game and endgame. We do fun tournament at the end of each session. The class will be 30 min of lesson time and 30 min of supervised playtime.

Beginner: Wed, 1/14-3/11 (No 2/18) 8 Wks | 5:30-6:30 PM | 12 Mudge Way | Min 6/Max 14 | Fee: $247 Intermediate: Wed, 1/14-3/11 (No 2/18) 8 Wks | 6:30-7:30 PM | 12 Mudge Way | Min 6/Max 14 | Fee: $247

Introduction to Kenpo Karate (Ages 6-12) Instructor: Callahan’s Karate Karate training leads to success in all areas of life. Our impactful kids karate classes aim to increase confidence, self-discipline, and respect. These values are taught in each class!!!

Students will learn a variety of Kenpo Karate basics as well as valuable self defense skills.

We help hundreds of children each day to be physically active while having TONS OF FUN!!

Thur, 1/8-1/29, 4 Wks | 5:30-6:10 PM | Callahan’s Karate Studio | Min 4/Max 12 | Fee: $82

Snowy Valentine’s Kid’s Sewing Class (Ages 9-12) Instructor: Zoya Designs Inc. Teaching Team This class provides the kids with an opportunity to create, collaborate, and learn how to sew! This course will also provide a young designer with a basic knowledge of how to use sewing tools, sewing machine, needlework, cutting shapes and patterns, and creating simple projects. This session will focus on seasonal holiday themed projects!

Wed, 1/28-2/11, 3 Wks | 3:00-5:00 PM | 200 Great Road, STE 236 (2nd Floor) | Max 7 | Fee: $187

Indoor Soccer Clinic (Ages 4-Grade 6)

Amusement Park Engineering (Grades 2-5)

Instructor: Proformance Soccer Academy

Instructor: Snapology

*Registration for this program is currently open.

This program includes skill work and fun soccer games, with a focus on footwork, passing, and shooting. Proformance Soccer emphasizes mastering fundamentals to boost game performance and has been running popular, effective training programs across Massachusetts for over 15 years.

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John Glenn Middle School, Bedford Fee: $220/Session Sundays, 1/25-3/15 (No class 2/15) 7 Weeks

10am-11am: Pre-School (min age of 4)Grade K (Coed) 11am-12pm: Grade 1-2 Girls 12pm-1pm: Grade 1-2 Boys 1pm-2pm: Grade 3-5 (Coed)

In Snapology’s Amusement Park Engineering program, students will discover the science behind their favorite rides while designing and building their own amusement park creations.

Through hands-on projects and creative challenges, they’ll explore key physics and engineering concepts such as force, motion, and energy. Participants will design and test roller coasters, carousels, and more—developing problem-solving, teamwork, and innovation skills along the way.

Thu, 2/26-4/2, 6 Wks | 5:00-5:55 PM 12 Mudge Way | Min 6/Max 12 | Fee: $138

Plushy Pals Clay Factory (Grades K-5) Instructor: KidCreateStudio Plushy Pals Clay Factory is where creativity meets cuddly cuteness! Inspired by beloved plush toys, kids will craft an adorable cupcake trinket box, a lovable dinosaur and more all from clay. Packed with clay, paint, laughter, and endless amounts of imagination, this class is pure joy! For Grades K-2: This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo. If participating in the combo you must notify Kids’ Club.

Tues, 1/6-2/10, 6 Wks | 4:00-5:00 PM | 12 Mudge Way, Flint Room | Min 8/Max 20 | Fee: $173

Sniffable Snacks Art (Grades K-5) Dive into a sensory adventure at Sniffable Snacks art class! Kids will create amazing projects like a bomb pop that smells fruity and fun, popcorn that smells fresh from the movie theater, and so many more Sniffable Snacks! Every masterpiece looks and smells like the real deal—blending creativity and fun with a whiff of magic! For Grades K-2: This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo.

If participating in the combo you must notify Kids’ Club.

Tues, 2/24-3/31, 6 Wks | 4:00-5:00 PM | 12 Mudge Way, Flint Room | Min 8/Max 20 | Fee: $173

Intro to Filmmaking (Grade 3-12) Instructor: Bedford TV Want to become an expert filmmaker? First, master the basics with Bedford TV. Learn key aspects of the filmmaking process, such as composition, lighting, and shot & angles. Students will work with both field and studio equipment. Using what they learn, students will work in groups to create their own short video. After filming students will work together to learn the necessary editing skills to complete their project. At the conclusion of the final class the students will be able to watch their video and it will be posted on Bedford TV's YouTube page and aired on the Bedford TV community channel.

Wed, 3/11-4/1, 4 Wks | 2:00-3:30 PM | Bedford TV Studio | Min 5/Max 15 | Fee: $202

Intro to Scriptwriting (Grade 3-12) Instructor: Bedford TV Interested in writing your own short story for a film? Start with an idea. In our class, you can expand on that idea and convert it into something that can be filmed. From starting at the beginning and developing characters, to adding dialogue and transitions, you can make your story ready to film. Your story could be filmed as soon as the next Intro to Filmmaking class!

Wed, 2/4-3/4 (No 2/18) 4 Wks | 2:00-3:30 PM | Bedford TV Studio | Min 5/Max 15 | Fee: $202

Winter Indoor Cricket (Age 5-16)

Mixed Age Programs

Instructor: KidCreateStudio

Instructor: United Cricket League VEEDO Program The goal of the winter program is to teach specific cricket techniques while enhancing overall skills through consistent, structured practice. Indoor cricket in a gym gives kids more opportunities to bat, bowl, and play against others at a similar skill level. Focus areas include batting, bowling, and fielding, with an emphasis on proper form, technique, and repetition. This winter format offers an excellent opportunity for both new and experienced players to build confidence, stay engaged, and elevate their game.

Ages 5-Grade 3: Sun, 1/11-3/8 ( No 2/15) 8 Wks| 3:00-4:15 PM | JGMS Gym | Max 30 | Fee: $127 Grade 4-Age 16: Sun, 1/11-3/8 (No 2/15) 8 Wks | 4:00-5:30 PM | JGMS Gym | Max 30 | Fee: $127

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Mixed Age Programs

Hired Hands (Grades K-5)

GameBots (Grades 2-5)

Instructor: Chip in Farm

Instructor: Chip in Farm

Hired Hands will help feed the animals, care for goats and mini ponies and more! They will learn about the farm through hands on activities, crafts, games, stories, and cooking projects. Participants should wear work clothes, sneakers/boots and be prepared to get dirty! Hired Hands meets rain or shine. Please dress for the weather. This is a dropoff program and parents are not required to stay.

Grade K-2: Tue, 3/3-3/24, 4 Wks | 4:00-6:00 PM Chip in Farm, 201 Hartwell Rd. | Max 10 | Fee: $184 Grade 3-5: Wed, 3/4-3/25, 4 Wks | 3:30-5:30 PM Chip in Farm, 201 Hartwell Rd. | Max 10 | Fee: $184

In Snapology’s GameBots program, students will design, build, and program their own robotic games using brick robotics kits. They’ll explore mechanical design, sensors, and coding logic to bring their creations to life—from battling bots to interactive games and challenges. This program promotes creativity, problem-solving, and strategic thinking while keeping learning playful and engaging.

Thu, 2/26-4/2, 6 Wks | 5:00-5:55 PM 12 Mudge Way | Min 6/Max 12 | Fee: $138

The Horse Course (Grades K-5)

UZO MUTA STEM Program (Ages 6-12)

Instructor: Chip in Farm

Instructor: UZO MUTA Staff

The Horse Course will focus on more advanced pony skills at Chip in Farm.

The class will feature horse safety, grooming, leading, pony rides and horse decorating. The class will also do obstacle courses, horse walking and horse education. This class will include pony cart driving and rides.

Thu, 3/5-3/26 4 Wks 4:00-6:00 PM Chip in Farm Max 10 Fee: $225

The Uzo Muta STEM Program transforms ordinary afternoons into extraordinary discoveries. Created by scientists and engineers, this 6-week program immerses students in real-world science through fun, creative, and age-appropriate experiments. Curriculum and activities blend physics, chemistry, and biology into engaging, curiosity-driven projects that teach kids to think like scientists, work like innovators, and dream like entrepreneurs. For Grades K-2: This program is eligible for a Kids’ Club Combo. If participating in the combo you must notify Kids’ Club.

Mon, 1/12-3/2 (No 1/19 & 2/16) 6 Wks 4:00-5:00 PM 12 Mudge Way Max 15 Fee: $287

Archery (Grades 4+) Instructor: On the Mark Archery Learn the unique Olympic sport of archery this season and build confidence, self-esteem and focus. Using beautiful wooden recurve bows, this martial art has countless mental and physical health benefits to help students succeed on and off the range. Sessions are led by teams of certified USA Archery instructors who design exciting new lesson plans each week that balance skill building drills with friendly competition to make the experience one of the best recreational sports your child can participate in. All equipment is provided Session 1: Wed, 1/7-2/4, 5 Wks | 4:00-5:00 PM | Ripley Gym, Concord | Max 5 | Fee: $202 Session 2: Wed, 2/11-3/18 (No 2/18) 5 Wks | 4:00-5:00 PM | Ripley Gym, Concord | Max 5 | Fee: $202

KIDS PUZZLE PALOOZA

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Grades 1 - 5 compete in completing a 300 piece puzzle during our March 13th event!

WINTER WALK TO SCHOOL DAY! Wednesday, Feb 4 Lane Students: Lane Students can meet at the Middlesex Overflow Parking lot at the VA (210 Springs Road) no later than 7:50 AM to walk to Lane School. This walk/roll will be supervised by Recreation Staff.

Pre-Registration is required.

Instructor: Brian Forman, Block or Charge Basketball Warm up your winter break with some basketball fun! Join Coach Brian Forman for three action-packed days of supervised basketball games, free play, and skill-building opportunities. Whether you’re looking to play with friends, work on your game, or just get moving, this program has something for everyone.

Monday 12/29, Tuesday 12/30, Wednesday 12/31 Davis School Gym Fee: $90 Girls Grade 3-8: 9:00-10: 30 AM (Max 12) Boys Grade 3-8 (Option 1): 9:00-10:30 AM (Max 12) Boys Grade 3-8 (Option 2): 10:30-12:00 PM (Max 24)

All Day Art (Grades 1-5) Instructor: Sarah Scoville For All Day Art students will explore many different art techniques on their day off from school. Including drawing, painting, fiber arts, sculpture, they will have a snack and lunch break, as well as movement breaks throughout the day.

Friday, March 20 | 9:00-3:00 PM | Location TBD | Min 10/Max 15 | Fee: $140

AI SmartCore 4 Robot (Ages 6-10) Instructor: Minds in Motion Dive into the exciting universe of robotics by building and taking home your very own AI SmartCore 4 Robot!

This remarkable kit features 4 separate modular smart vehicles that are powered by cutting-edge AI SmartCore technology! It allows All-Terrain Cube to navigate directions with balance and predictability; Enables Super Snake to entertain the most curious of four and two-legged friends; Empowers Turbo Trike to cruise at high speeds while maintaining control; and transforms Titan Tank into a roving explorer. Whether navigating tricky terrain, zooming at top speeds, or exploring new territories, every day promises hands-on fun and learning! With 42 easy-to-snap-together parts, a remote control, and a rechargeable LiPO battery, it’s perfect for new robot builders eager to master robotic engineering! Ready to build the future? Join us and let your imagination take flight!

Tue-Fri, 2/17-2/20 | 9:00-12:00 PM | Davis School Cafeteria | Min 6/Max 12 | Fee: $197

Future Architects (Ages 6-10) Instructor: Minds in Motion Unleash your inner architect as you work on and take home your very own Architectural Design kit! Dive into the world of building design as you construct everything from simple arches and domes to iconic landmarks like the Sydney Opera House and the Eiffel Tower. With 20 awesome models to create, you’ll learn how real-world structures stand tall through hands-on fun! Challenge yourself as you explore architectural principles and engineering techniques, all while designing and building your very own masterpieces. As you build stadiums, skyscrapers, and even a Ferris wheel, you’ll discover the secrets behind how engineers and architects plan, design, and create the world’s most incredible structures. Ready to design and build your own towering creations? The sky’s the limit as you bring your engineering dreams to life and see the world of architecture from a whole new perspective!

Lunch supervision will be provided for those who are registered for both the AI Smart Core 4 Robot and Future Architects program.

No School Day & Vacation Programs

Hoops Hangout-Drop In Basketball (Grades 3-8)

Tue-Fri, 2/17-2/20 | 12:30-3:30 PMPM | Davis School Cafeteria | Min 6/Max 12 | Fee: $197

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No School Day & Vacation Programs

Color Splash & Club Cozy (Grades K-5) Instructor: KidCreateStudio The morning portion of this class is a color splash zone! Dive into dreamy watercolor techniques as you paint everything from blooming flowers to sparkling crystals and sweeping landscapes. By the end, you’ll have a gallery of watercolor masterpieces — and plenty of colorful tricks up your sleeve!

The afternoon will bring the cozy charm of winter! Dive into a world of creative delights as we whip up a blizzard of projects. From crafting cozy 3D mittens, a fox with a scarf, and a polar bear wearing earmuffs and more. With a treasure trove of art supplies and expert guidance from our instructors, you'll be amazed at the masterpieces you can create.

Tues-Fri, 2/17-2/20 | 9:00-3:30 PM | Lane Cafeteria | Min 8/Max 15 | Fee: $294

Chip in Farm Professional Day (Grades K-3) Instructor: Chip in Farm Join Chip-in Farmers and experience life on a real working farm. Children will participate in in farm chores such as feeding and caring for the animals and searching for chicken eggs. They will learn about the farm through hands-on activities, crafts, games, stories and cooking projects. Participants should wear work clothes and old sneakers or boots and be prepared to get dirty. Classes will meet rain or shine. This is a drop off program and parents are not required to stay. Children should bring a snack and lunch to this program.

Friday, March 20 | 9:00-3:30 PM | Chip in Farm, 201 Hartwell Road | Min 8/Max 15 | Fee: $104

Middle School & High School Programs

Babysitter BLAST (Grades 6-8) Bump, Set, Spike Volleyball Instructor: Juanita Allen-Kingsley, W-EMT (Grades 4-7) Instructor: Sports Zone 101

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Learn babysitting basics and get certified in CPR (no-minimum age requirement). Topics include reacting responsibly to medical emergencies, addressing common childhood injuries, setting up and running a babysitting business, and entertaining children with games and songs. You will receive training in basic household safety, choking prevention and relief and calling 911. By the end of this course, you will be prepared to interview for a babysitting job, select safe and suitable games and activities, help prevent activities and begin babysitting safely and completely.

Recreational Volleyball is a low pressure way to help our students learn and develop their volleyball skills. This five day session will include instruction on the six fundamentals of volleyball: passing, setting, spiking, serving, digging, and blocking. Players will also participate in a variety of learning activities and fun skill-building challenges and games. Players are welcome to bring their own volleyball if they would like, but it is not required.

Tue, 3/3-3/24, 4 Wks | 5:30-6:30 PM | Lane School Gym Min 8/Max 16 | Fee: $144

Tuesday, February 10 | 4:00-6:45 PM 12 Mudge Way | Max 12 | Fee: $98

JGMS Chess Club (Grades 6-8)

Pre-Teen Texting, Email & Social Media Etiquette (Gr. 5-8)

Instructor: Karen Burstein

Instructor: New England School of Protocol

Afterschool chess club is for players looking for an informal opportunity to play chess with their friends and peers. This program will be supervised by Karen Burstein and equipment will be provided. Beginner chess players are encouraged to attend and instruction will be given by peers on the game. This program is for all levels.

Thurs, 1/8-3/5 (No 2/19) 8 Wks | 2:30-3:30 PM JGMS | Max 12 | Fee: $80

Do you have a teen getting ready for college or job interviews? Help them stand out with our Teen Interview Prep Workshop! In this hands-on class, participants will learn how to present themselves confidently, answer common interview questions, and highlight their strengths.

They’ll gain valuable communication skills and practical tips to make a great impression—whether applying for college, a part-time job, or a summer internship.

Option 1: Tuesday, January 27 | 7:00-8:15 PM 97 School Street, Carlisle | Max 5 | Fee: $75 Option 2: Monday, March 30 | 4:00-5:30 PM 12 Mudge Way, Bedford | Max 5 | Fee: $75

Instructor: Kenneth Norling This course is designed for those looking to improve their strength and conditioning skills for the upcoming spring sports season. Improving overall fitness helps players achieve better success in their desired sports.

The training will help jumpers, throwers, and runners (sprint, middle & long distance.). Some training will take place outside so it is important to bring proper outdoor clothing.

Grades 7 & 8 Tuesdays & Thursdays, 1/6-3/19 (No class February Vacation) 2:30-3:30 PM JGMS Fitness Room Min 18/Max 30 Fee: $276 Grade 6 Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays (*See Specific Dates Below) Week 1: 1/7 (Wed) & 1/9 (Fri) Week 2: 1/12 (Mon) & 1/16 (Fri) Week 3: 1/21 (Wed) & 1/23 (Fri) Monday & Friday Times: 2:30-3:30 PM Week 4: 1/26 (Mon) & 1/30 (Fri) Wednesday Time: 1:00-2:00 PM Week 5: 2/4 (Wed) & 2/6 (Fri) No class February Vacation Week 6: 2/9 (Mon) & 2/13 (Fri) JGMS Fitness Room Week 7: 2/26 (Wed) & 2/27 (Fri) Min 18/Max 30 Week 8: 3/2 (Mon) & 3/6 (Fri) Fee: $276 Week 9: 3/11 Wed) & 3/13 (Fri) Week 10: 3/16 (Mon) & 3/20 (Fri)

Teen College & Job Interview Prep Workshop (Grades 8-12) Instructor: New England School of Protocol Do you have a teen getting ready to interview for college or a job? Mastering the art of effective selfpresentation and confident interview skills is a vital step towards securing a bright future, whether it be for college admission or a valuable summer internship. Secure your teen’s future success with our Teen Interview Prep Workshop. In today’s fiercely competitive job market, it’s not just what you know, it’s also how you deliver it. Standing out is crucial. Excelling in an interview is a pivotal step toward securing a great opportunity in high school, and a skill that will serve them well in the future. Parents, think back to your first job interview. Did you know what to expect or say? In this workshop participants will learn self-presentation skills, important talking points, and best practices to help succeed at an interview.

Wednesday, February 25 | 7:00-8:30 PM | 97 School Street, Carlisle | Max 5 | Fee: $81

OPEN GYM FOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS Grades 9-12 Thursdays, 1/15-3/19 (No 2/19) 6:00-7:00 PM John Glenn Middle School Gym No Fee Join Bedford Recreation for High School Open Gym Basketball on Thursday nights, January 15–March 19! The JGMS Gym will be open exclusively for BHS students and Bedford/Hanscom residents in Grades 9-12 to shoot hoops, play pickup games, and hang out with friends. Recreation staff will be on-site to supervise, but players can create their own teams and games in a relaxed, fun environment. A limited number of basketballs and pinnies will be available, so bringing your own is encouraged. Free to participate—just register in advance so we can share updates or schedule changes and other important information.

Middle School & High School Programs

Winter Strength & Conditioning (Grades 6-8)

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DUNGEONS DRAGONS GRADES 6-8

Become a hero and embark on an adventure in Dungeons & Dragons, the world’s oldest and best roleplaying game! Written entirely in-house by Roll Models, our adventures contain encounters and scenarios designed to introduce and teach a wide variety of D&D experiences without needing to interrupt gameplay. More than just combat, these adventures emphasize storytelling and role-play, ensuring that all players have the opportunity to learn what parts of D&D they enjoy most! Players new to our D&D program will choose a Level 1 character to play; returning players may continue to play their character at their current level.

Adventure 3: Mon, 1/5-2/9 (No 1/19) 5 Wks | 2:30-4:30 PM | JGMS Cafe | Min 6/Max 12 | Fee: $179 The Shard of Lumira: It’s festival day in the town of Galen’s Well! An annual celebration to mark the final prophecy of Lumira, the fabled Oracle of Seerport, it’s a day for all manner of merriment, including feasting, gambling, and games of strength, skill, and chance. But not everyone has come to the festival to celebrate: cloaked figures mingle in the crowds with a sinister purpose. An unexpected ambush leads our heroes to embark on a perilous journey all the way to Seerport itself!

Adventure 4: Mon, 3/2-3/30, 5 Wks | 2:30-4:30 PM | JGMS Cafe | Min 6/Max 12 | Fee: $179 So Much to Do: A growing reputation comes with a price. In the city of Seerport, word has spread of your heroic deeds, and all manner of people have come to you asking for help. Some requests are simple, while others are complex, some are amusing and others deadly serious, but all of these tasks have one thing in common: they must all be completed in 24 hours! How many will you be able to handle?

Kid’s Test Kitchen: An Inclusive Experience for All JGMS Students (Grades 6-8) Instructor: Kids’ Test Kitchen Cooking is a life skill, and so is eating! On a mission to redefine kid food; Kids’ Test Kitchen’s enthusiastic Facilitators get eaters of all ages and abilities, cooking, tasting, and thinking about healthy ingredients! Students engage with food in a way that is both educational and fun. Through hands-on experience, kids are taught the value of fresh, healthy ingredients and gain appreciation for the process of transforming those ingredients into a finished product. Each class closes with an opportunity to taste the result of their hard work. Even the most reluctant eaters enjoy Kids’ Test Kitchen, where participation is encouraged, and the choice to taste is always one’s own. This program will have a focus on inclusion and Recreation will provide support for participants registered in the program. *Join us for a free trial class on Thu, Jan 8 from 2:30-3:30 PM in the JGMS Cafe!

Thu, 1/22-3/5 (No 2/19) 6 Wks | 2:30-3:30 PM | JGMS Cafeteria | Min 8/Max 12 | Fee: $213

Therapeutic Recreation is a process that utilizes recreation and leisure to provide adaptation and support to individuals of all abilities within recreation programs and services. Participating in Therapeutic Recreation programs can promote independence and encourage improvement in social, emotional, cognitive and physical wellbeing.

Mission & Goals: Bedford Recreation Department's mission is to create and implement recreation programs that are inclusive to participants of all ages and abilities. This includes individuals with cognitive, developmental, social, emotional and intellectual disabilities.

Goals of Therapeutic Recreation: Enhance and enrich quality of life Promote a positive leisure lifestyle Access to inclusive recreation programs Increase confidence Create community engagement opportunities Provide recreation and leisure resources

Inclusion Questionnaire: Fill out the Inclusion Questionnaire to request inclusion support for one or more of our Recreation Programs

Inclusion: Our inclusion program provides extra support to participants during recreation programs. If you are interested in participating in any of our recreation programs or would like to request inclusion support, please fill out our inclusion questionnaire. This allows us to work to meet the needs of each individual to the best of our abilities. Our Therapeutic Recreation Specialist will use this information to create a plan that ensures proper support during our recreation programs. Support can vary dependent on the needs of the participant.

www.bedfordrecreation.org

Meet the Therapeutic Recreation Team Therapeutic Recreation Specialist: Alex Plodzik, CTRS aplodzik@bedfordma.gov 781-275-1392

Alex is a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist who graduated from the University of New Hampshire where she studied Recreation Management and Policy with a focus in Therapeutic Recreation. Please reach out to Alex with any questions about Therapeutic Recreation, or our Recreation Inclusion Program.

Therapeutic Recreation Aide: Angelina Shinas ashinas@bedfordma.gov 781-275-1392

Therapeutic Recreation

What is Therapeutic Recreation?

Angelina has a Bachelor’s in Art Education from Delaware State University and a Master’s from Lesley University in Ecological Teaching and Learning. She is working to become a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS). Please reach out to Angelina with any questions about our Recreation Inclusion Program.

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All In: Adaptive Basketball (Grades 1-8) Instructor: Kory Boglarski

Therapeutic Recreation

Join All In, an adaptive basketball program designed for kids with disabilities, including autism. Our inclusive and supportive environment focuses on helping children of all abilities learn basketball skills, build confidence, and have fun. Our experienced coaches create customized activities that cater to each child’s unique needs, encouraging teamwork, social interaction, and physical development.

Whether your child is new to the game or looking to improve, All In is the perfect place for them to thrive. Let’s get everyone on the court, because at All In, every kid's a star!

Tue, 1/13-2/10, 5 Wks | 4:30-5:30 PM | Davis School Gym | Min 4/Max 10 | Fee: $199/Family

Adaptive A+ Karte (Ages 6-13) Instructor: Sarah Corey This new program caters to children who exhibit neurodiversity, particularly those with level 1 ASD, along with individuals diagnosed with other mild forms of neurodivergence. The class size will remain intentionally small, with the potential for additional slots based on demand.

Fri, 3/6-4/17 (No 3/20) | 4:45-5:15 PM | Brick Building, 97 School Street | Min 1/Max 5 | Fee: $144

Kid’s Test Kitchen: An Inclusive Experience (Grades 6-8) Instructor: Kids’ Test Kitchen Cooking is a life skill, and so is eating! On a mission to redefine kid food; Kids’ Test Kitchen’s enthusiastic Facilitators get eaters of all ages and abilities, cooking, tasting, and thinking about healthy ingredients! Students engage with food in a way that is both educational and fun. Through hands-on experience, kids are taught the value of fresh, healthy ingredients and gain appreciation for the process of transforming those ingredients into a finished product. Each class closes with an opportunity to taste the result of their hard work. Even the most reluctant eaters enjoy Kids’ Test Kitchen, where participation is encouraged, and the choice to taste is always one’s own. This program will have a focus on inclusion and Recreation will provide support for participants registered in the program. *Join us for a free trial class on Thu, Jan 8 from 2:30-3:30 PM in the JGMS Cafe!

Thu, 1/22-3/5 (No 2/19) 6 Wks | 2:30-3:30 PM | JGMS Cafeteria | Min 8/Max 12 | Fee: $213

Adaptive Game Night (Ages 18+) Instructor: Angelina Shinas, TR Aide Tuesdays, Jan 13 - Feb 10 (5wks) | 6:30 - 7:30 PM | Min 3/Max 6 | 12 Mudge Way Join us on Tuesday evenings for our Adaptive Game Night. This event is designed for adults with diverse abilities to socialize while playing a variety of games, such as board games, card games, or interactive group games. Light refreshments will be provided.

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provide transportation to the games.

AGE GROUPS: Grade 3: Born on or after 1/1/2016 and in the 3rd Grade Grade 4: Born on or after 1/1/2015 and in the 4th Grade Grade 5/6: Born on or after 1/1/2014 and in the 5th or 6th Grade Grade 7/8: Born on or after 1/1/2012 and in the 7th or 8th Grade

Tentative Program Dates: April 4-June 13 Games held on Saturdays in Bedford & surrounding towns.

Program Fee: $190 *There are no refunds for Travel Soccer after February 1, 2026 Uniforms: To purchase a uniform, please visit www.bedfordyouthsoccer.org this winter. All uniforms are purchased through Tricon Sports and mailed directly to your residence.

Rosters: Visit the BYS Website to learn more about team formation. Rosters for Spring Soccer will be announced in mid/late-March.

Spring 2026 Travel Soccer

REGISTRATION FOR THIS PROGRAM OPENED IN THE FALL OF 2025. When

teams fill, additional registrations will be taken on a waiting list basis & SPRING 2026 teams will be formed if there are enough players on the waiting TRAVEL SOCCER new list. Games played Saturdays, either in Bedford or in another BAYS League town. Travel teams practice two times per week. Parents GRADES 3-8

Practices: Boys: Tuesdays/Fridays Girls: Mondays/Thursdays Games: Saturdays

Travel Soccer is unable to accommodate placement requests.

Volunteer coaches are needed. Please indicate your availability when registering your child.

BYS follows the BAYS Referee Zero Tolerance Policy.

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Employment Opportunities Program Aides Minimum Age: 14 Assist Program Instructors in Recreation Programs Pay rate is based on experience, starting at $15/hour Contact Nikki Taylor if interested: ntaylor@bedfordma.gov Inclusion Facilitators Minimum Age: 16 Assist students in Recreation Programs Pay rate is based on experience, $15-$25/hour Contact Alex Plodzik if interested: aplodzik@bedfordma.gov Spring Soccer Referees Minimum age: 14 100% reimbursement for trainings Contact Bob Goodman, BYS Referee Assigner if interested: goodmanreferee@yahoo.com Kids’ Club Group Leaders & Assistant Group Leaders Minimum age: 16 Contact Brendan McEvoy if interested: bmcevoy@bedfordma.gov

For more details, other Employment Opportunities, & to apply scan the QR code or visit bedfordrecreation.org

Summer 2026 Employment Opportunities Summer Job Fair, January 8 | 6:00 - 7:00 PM | Town Hall Springs Brook Park Lifeguards & Swim Instructors Crew Positions Minimum age: 16 as of June 15, 2026 Minimum age: 14 as of June 15, 2026 Must have current Lifeguard Certification Attendants are needed to greet guests, work 100% reimbursement of Lifeguard Training at concession, accept payment as necessary, & end of summer provide maintenance support Pay rate based on experience, starting at Pay rate based on experience, starting at $16/hour $15/hour Lifeguard Course information redcross.org Bedford Residents Only

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Summer Adventures Staff Minimum age: completed Freshman year of High School Seeking responsible, enthusiastic individuals to join the team of our longstanding, popular Summer Adventures Program Pay rate based on experience, starting at $15/hour

RSVP for the Summer Job Fair

Registration B E D F O R D R E CForm REATION DEPARTMENT

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Recreation Department 12 Mudge Way, Bedford, MA 01730

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