Danvers Recreation Spring & Summer Brochure 2019

Spring & Summer 2019

Danvers Recreation Program Guide www.danversma.gov

978.777.0001 x 3094

Endicott Park

Endicott Park is owned and operated by the Town of Danvers. The park encompasses 165 acres and is home to some of the most unique and varied recreational land on the North Shore. Today, Endicott Park attracts nearly 200,000 visitors a year. The park’s varied landscape includes pastoral views, historic farm buildings, orchards, woodlands, and marshes. A network of trails and gravel roads allows for stress free exploration of the park.

Endicott Park is home to the Danvers Dog Park, a newly renovated playground, and the brand new Nature Center.

Endicott Park offers a number of options for groups wishing to reserve an area for private use or special events.

For more information on the permit process, please visit the website at www.danversrec.com. Endicott Park is located at 57 Forest Street in Danvers and is open 9:00 AM—Dusk 365 days a year.

Waterfront & Harbor

Nearly 800 boaters call Danvers homeport. This homeport consists of four rivers; the Danvers River, the Waters River, the Crane River and the Porter River. Danvers provides boaters with a naturally protected harbor with less than a 30 minute ride to the ocean. The Crane River Marina is the Town’s only public marina and provides dockage for 68 vessels up to 25’ in length. Pope’s Landing offers public restrooms, a lighted parking lot, scenic park, and picnic area. For a minimum charge you can launch your boat using our boat launch ramp. The Harbormaster's Office at Pope’s Landing offers pump out boat services where the pump out boat will come to any marina or mooring in Danvers and pump out your vessel free of charge. Pope’s Landing office is located at 8 Harbor Street in Danvers. For more information visit www.danversrec.com and scroll down to Divisions and click Harbormaster.

Fun Club The Fun Club After School Program is a licensed school age childcare program that focuses on the individual child in a supportive environment while meeting the needs of working parents in Danvers. Fun Club provides quality care for children in grades K-5. The qualified staff members create a safe, caring, and supportive environment full of enriching recreation opportunities. Our staff supports the goals of social well-being and growth by meeting the individual development needs of each child. Fun Club afterschool program features many quality activities for children which may include: supervised homework time, group activities & fitness games, snack time, Zumba, karaoke, drama, sports, arts & crafts, walking field trips, music, indoor/outdoor games and much more!

Friends of Danvers Recreation The Friends of Danvers Recreation is a private, non-profit organization (501C3) that was started to help the Town

of Danvers meet the recreational needs of the community. The organization has successfully run various fundraisers and programs and is always looking for new ideas and interested volunteers. Some events and projects that the Friends of Danvers Recreation has assisted in are: Summer Concert Series, Smith School Playground, Great Oak School Playground, Lawrence Street Park Playground, Rail Trail, Memorial Field Monument, Highlands School Walk, Endicott Park Playground, Danvers Dog Park and much more!

People with Disabilities The Danvers Recreation Division is committed to providing facilities and programs that meet the needs of residents with disabilities. All arrangements will be made on an individual basis. Please contact the recreation office at 978-777-0001 x3094 with any questions.

Permits All Town ballfields require a permit for organized play. In order to obtain a permit, applicants must read and sign the “Playing Field and Related Facility Permit Policy” and fill out a Permit Request Form. Both can be found by going to www.danversrec.com. Click “Field Permits” on the left hand side of the Recreation Division homepage.

Employment

Employment Applications can be found at www.danversrec.com under the “Employment” tab on the left hand side of the Recreation Division homepage. Applications can be emailed to recreation@danversma.gov, brought into our Town Hall office, or mailed to Town Hall Recreation Division, 1 Sylvan Street, Danvers, MA 01923.

Refunds

If you cancel your registration for a program for which Danvers Recreation has paid deposits, purchased equipment, or incurred other expenses on your behalf, your refund, if any, will be reduced by the amount of the expenses incurred, plus a $15.00 administrative fee.

HOW TO REGISTER

IN PERSON/MAIL: Visit the Town Hall’s Recreation Department on the second floor and bring completed registration form (found on the other side of this page). Or mail completed registration form with check or payment information to: Town Hall Recreation Division, 1 Sylvan Street, Danvers MA 01923.

Town Hall Hours: 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 1:30 p.m. Friday

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Go to www.danversrec.com and scroll down and click on the button with the soccer ball image on it. It says “Register & Pay for Programs.”

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 or call 978-777-0001 ext. 3094 to reset.

C. To pay a Fun Club balance or any other household balance, login and then click on the “Pay Account Balances” link on the homepage.

Once logged in, you can browse any category at the bottom. There are 8 registration categories:

Once you have found a program you would like to register for, click the icon of the green plus sign on the left-most side of the information bar beneath the activity description. When the information bar appears at the bottom of your screen, click “Add to Cart.”

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 “Continue” button at the bottom left of your screen.

Make sure to 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 “X” icon next to the activity description.

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, Discover & MasterCard.

TABLE OF CONTENTS ENRICHMENT PROGRAMS 14-22

FITNESS & ATHLETIC 6-13

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FEATURED SUMMER PROGRAMS

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featured summer programs Park Program SNAKE Journeys Falcons Little Lizards Summer Adventures Let's Play Sports Junior Rangers

fitness & athletics

Youth Archery Adult Archery Pickleball Clinic Spring Tennis Boot Camp Fathers Day Fishing Festival North Shore Sup Cup Paddle Race Football Clinic Falcons Lacrosse Clinic Hoopsters Basketball Clinic Pickleball Doubles Tourney Summer Tennis Chris Timson Basketball Clinic Shooting Stars Basketball Clinic North Shore Tennis Tourney

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Fitness & athletics Mike Gordon Fishing Tourney Essex Coast Volleyball Clinic Track & Field Red Sox Trips Tryout Ready Volleyball Clinic Youth Spikers Volleyball Clinic

programs 14 - 22 enrichment Little Explorers Mothers Day Craft Babysitters Course Yoga with Pups Barnyard Buddies Endicott Park Day Kayak River Tour Summer Fun w/ Ms. Nancy Summer Band School of Rock Readers Theatre Musical Theatre Animals, Arts & Adventures Family Movie Night LEGO WeDo 2.0 Robotics Glen Magna Tea Party Summer Concert Series

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SUMMER PROGRAMS

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PARK PROGRAM

Free for all Danvers children, this program has an “open door� policy which permits children to come and go from the parks as desired, with the exception of special events. Additional fees are required for special events and trips. Each park site is staffed by two Danvers Rec summer counselors who will provide children with games, activities, arts & crafts and a safe, fun summer for all.

Participants must be pre-registered for the summer to attend the program.

For ages 6-14. Starts: June 24 Ends: August 16

FULL DAY PARKS

Full day parks are open 9 AM - 2 PM. Plains Park, Woodvale, Tapley, Great Oak

HALF DAY PARKS

Half day parks are open 9 AM - 12 PM. Folly Hill, Southwick, Putnamville, Lawrence St., Rand Circle, Bradstreet, Sandy Beach

TRIPS & EVENTS PACKAGES: Park Plan Deal - $94, Includes all trips except Canobie Summer Sun Deal - $134, includes all trips 6/26 - Mini Golf 7/3 - Firemen's Muster 7/10 - Park Carnival 7/17 - Roller World 7/24 - Franklin Park Zoo

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7/30 - Wiffleball Tournament 7/31 - Patriots Place 8/7 - Park Parade 8/14 - Canobie Lake Park*

*Must be entering 3rd grade to attend Canobie

SNAKE

Explore the fascinating world of science in one of the best nature parks in all of New England.

Children will explore the world of science, nature and recreation through activities and groups at Endicott Park, known for its wildlife and natural beauty. The S.N.A.K.E. program will provide a variety of nature activities, such as learning how to track animals in the wild, identifying plant and animal life, how to fish (catch and release), and the basics of hiking, outdoor survival, and mountaineering.

Children will learn how things in science work.

Project Adventure games and team challenges are always at the forefront of the program!

Ages 7-13. Dates: 7/1-7/5; 7/8-12; 7/22-7/26; 7/29-8/2; 8/12-8/16 Program runs from 8:30 AM - 3 PM SNAKE Cost: $160/week

SNAKE TRAVELS

The SNAKE Travels program goes outside the park boundaries for a week full of field trips!

SNAKE Travels Age: 9-15 Cost: $269/week Program runs from 8:30 AM - 3 PM Week of 7/15-7/19 7/15 - Breakheart Reservation, Saugus, MA 7/16 - XtremeCraze, Woburn, MA 7/17 - Take Flight, Kittery, ME 7/18 - Northshore Navigators, Lynn, MA* 7/19 - Water Country, Portsmouth, NH Week of 8/5-8/9 8/5 - Mt. Major, Alton Bay, NH 8/6 - Kimball Farms, Westford, MA 8/7 - Cape Ann Whale Watch, Gloucester, MA 8/8 - Lowell Spinners, Lowell, MA* 8/9 - Canobie Lake Park, Salem, NH *Navigators & Spinners are night trips DANVERSREC.COM

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FALCONS

Falcons Summer Fun program is for children who enjoy a wide variety of activities that promote physical fitness and above all FUN! Activities include computers, baseball, basketball, drama, cheerleading, soccer, arts & crafts, science exploration, tennis, floor hockey, flag football, project adventure games, golf and more! Lunch will be included for all participants.

Starts: 6/24 Ends: 8/23 Location: HRMS Program runs from 9AM - 3PM Ages 6-13. Cost $160/week Early Drop Off: 8 AM, $25/week Extended Day: 3-6 PM, $75/week

JOURNEYS

Join our fitness professional Kelly Pszenny and her staff in a program that allows middle school aged participants to engage in fun team sport tournaments and activities, dodgeball, fun hiking excursions, active field trips & more! Program runs from 9 - 3 PM. Starts: 7/15 Ends: 8/16 Location: DHS For students entering 6th, 7th & 8th grade.

Cost: $170/week

LITTLE LIZARDS

Explore the fascinating world of science and nature in one of the most beautiful parks in New England, Endicott Park! Our veteran staff will provide the Little Lizards program with a variety of nature activities, such as learning about the different habitats of many animals, identifying plant and animal life, basics of hiking and general equipment knowledge. Fun weeks filled with songs, games, crafts and many new friends! Program runs 9 AM - 1 PM. Ages 4-7. Cost: $160/week; Extended day: 1-2 PM, $25/week.

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SUMMER ADVENTURES

Join Danvers Rec for a summer of fun with our Summer Adventures program! This program is open to boys and girls in the Middle & High School Life Skills Program run through the Danvers Public Schools. Program is run Monday through Friday, full days before and after summer school for students up to age 22.

Cost: $195

LET'S PLAY SPORTS

This program is separated into three age groups that run simultaneously: Ministars, ages 4-5; Superstars, ages 6-7; and Megastars, ages 8-9.

Professional staff members are ready to lead a program that aims to help children reach their full physical and social potential! Activities are game oriented that help to develop basic skills in a fun way! Kids will be exposed to healthy nutrition as well as crafts, water games and computer time. Program runs from 9 AM - 1 PM. Starts: June 24 Ends: 8/16 Cost: $134/week Location: Riverside School

JUNIOR RANGERS

Join our staff for three great weeks of outdoor activities and adventures! Previous year trips and activities have included Appleton Farms, Tide Pooling, Canoeing at Harold Parker, fishing, beekeeping, gardening and much more! This program will fill up, don’t wait to register!

Starts: August 12 Ends: August 30 Time: 9AM-3PM, aftercare available until 5pm for an additional $50 per child per week.

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YOUTH ARCHERY

Do you want your child to be more focused, confident, and determined? Sign them up for recurve archery and learn this exciting Olympic sport that emphasizes the importance of goal setting, patience and hard work to achieve results on and off the range! This relaxed environment is perfect for individuals who are looking for an ‘alternative sport’ that allows them to advance at their own pace. Our engaging and passionate instructors will motivate students to help them reach their full potential. All equipment provided.

Saturdays, May 18-June 15 Grades 4 & Up Cost: $135 *No session on 5/25. Program runs 10 - 11 AM. Location: Meet at Endicott Park Carriage House

ADULT ARCHERY

Need something different for weekend plans? Why not get outside and enjoy the beautiful weather while learning how to shoot a traditional recurve bow?

Patience, focus, determination and control are the only skills needed to find success in this Zen-like activity that will release your stress and rebalance the body, mind and spirit. Relax have fun and come bring your friends, family and neighbors to try out this exciting Olympic sport! All equipment provided. 10 - 11 AM. Saturdays, May 18-June 8 Ages 16+ Cost: $135 *No session on 5/25. 10% discount when a parent signs up with a child. Call 978-774-6518 for discount.

Location: Meet at Endicott Park Carriage House

PICKLEBALL CLINIC

Join pickleball instructor Nick at the Highlands pickleball courts in a 4 week program designed to focus on different facets of the game, aimed to improve your skills! All ages are welcome. Week 1: Forehand. Week 2: Back-hand. Week 3: Serve. Week 4: Volley. Fee: $60 Starts: May 23 Ends: June 13 Time: 10:30-11:30AM DANVERSREC.COM

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SPRING TENNIS

Program begins with tennis fitness, hand-eye skills, basic tennis stroke technique, ball and racquet control, games and activities! Racquets provided to those in need. Sneakers and athletic attire appropriate for spring weather recommended. Fee $70 Location: Plains Park Dates: 5/25-6/29 Grades Time K-2 9-10A 3-4 10-11A 5&UP 11A-12P

BOOT CAMP

Boot Camp is designed for every fitness level and will improve the current level of fitness of everyone that participates. All aspects of fitness (cardio, strength and flexibility) are covered. This program is designed to keep you motivated, disciplined and structured so you will not only see great results, you will also have a great experience. Classes provided weekday and Saturday mornings & weekday nights.

Ages 16+ Session 4: 5/27-6/29 Session 5: 7/15-8/17 Session 6: 8/26-10/5

FATHERS' DAY FISHING FESTIVAL

In cooperation with Mass Wildlife. Bring your own fishing equipment or borrow some from Mass Wildlife - limited equipment and bait will be provided. This is a FREE event; however, all visitors are subject to a $1 resident vehicle or $3 nonresident vehicle user fee. *Open to the public.

Contact Erika Moretti at emoretti@danversma.gov for more information.

Sunday, June 16 Time: 10AM - 1PM Cost: Free!

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NORTH SHORE SUP CUP PADDLE RACE

4th Annual Stand Up Paddle Board race along the Danvers River. Paddlers will launch from the charming Danvers Marina and navigate through protected waters to the turnaround Peters Point by the Kernwood Country Club in Salem.

Date: 6/15 Cost: Early bird through 5/1 - $60; General registration - $70; Race day - $80 More info: (978)594-7050; info@high5em.com; https://risingreg.com/north-shore-sup-cup/

FOOTBALL CLINIC

This football clinic focuses on skills and drills with Varsity High School coaches and players with an emphasis on having fun while learning the game of football! The clinic will provide clear and informative instruction and focus on the fundamentals such as stances, starts, and over-all basics of all football positions. MUST register in advance! Grades: 1-8 Date: 6/24-6/27 Time: 9AM-12PM Cost: $125

FALCONS LACROSSE CLINIC

Join Danvers Boys' coach Wes Chittick and Danvers Girls' coach Nico Prandi for TWO three-day lacrosse clinics this summer! Players will have fun as they are taught the fundamentals of lacrosse through a variety of drills, games, and competitions. New this year—goalie training for those interested! Equipment provided for new players, while supplies last! Fee: $100 DHS Turf Boys & Girls in Grades 1-8 Sign up by June 1st for the discount price of $80/session.

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HOOPSTERS BASKETBALL CLINIC

This clinic will teach the fundamentals of passing, shooting, dribbling, rebounding, and defense while providing experiences in sportsmanship and teamwork. The program is filled with great instruction and exciting challenges for kids to improve their skills and have fun! Please bring a water bottle! For children entering grades 1-3 next fall.

Dates: 7/1 - 7/5 (No 7/4) Time: 10AM-12PM Cost: $84 DHS Field House

PICKLEBALL DOUBLES TOURNEY

Join us for the 2nd annual pickleball doubles tournament at Highlands Elementary pickleball courts. Register your two person team at Danvers Recreation. Double elimination. You won't want to miss this! All ages welcome.

Date: 7/2 Time: 6PM Cost: $20/team

SUMMER TENNIS

This summer’s goal will be to maximize your tennis experience in a fun and safe environment and to develop tennis skills that will be useful for a lifetime. Racquets provided to those in need, Don’t forget to bring plenty of water! Fee $85 Location: Plains Park Dates: 7/8-8/30 Grades Time K-2 9-10A 3-4 10-11A 5&UP 11A-12P

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CHRIS TIMSON BASKETBALL CLINIC

High school Varsity basketball coach, Chris Timson, will lead this instructional basketball program for boys who are looking to improve their basketball skills! This clinic aims to teach kids about the game of basketball, including the rules and regulations as well as tips and techniques to play the game more competitively and effectively.

Grades 1-9 Dates: 7/22-7/26 Time: 8-11:30AM Cost: $105

SHOOTING STARS BASKETBALL CLINIC

Join us to learn individual skill development as well as fundamental team concepts. Perfect for girls ready to take their game to the next level in an instructional but fun environment! Program will cover all aspects of the game including shooting, dribbling, passing, rebounding, defense & more!

Great for preparing for a travel team and developing new skills. DHS Field House Grades: 4-9 Dates: 7/29-8/2 Time: 9AM-12PM Cost: $139

NORTH SHORE TENNIS TOURNEY

Join in on this fun and exciting tournament open to all levels! All competitors are welcome and will compete against players above and below their own ability. Players must be at least 14 years old.

Categories include Women’s & Men’s doubles, Mixed doubles, Men’s & Women’s Singles. Date: 8/24-8/25 Ages 14+ DHS Courts $15 per player per category To register: email giffordcampbell@aim.com DANVERSREC.COM

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MICHAEL GORDON FISHING TOURNEY

Danvers Family Festival tradition continues this year with the Annual Danvers Recreation Fishing Derby in Memory of Mike Gordon. Anglers of all ages will line the perimeter of the picturesque Mill Pond in Danvers and cast their lines in the morning air. The rules of the derby require the catch to be released immediately after it is weighed by the judges. Please bring your own bait. Bring a bucket or pail to carry your catch to the weigh station. Trophies awarded to the top 3 Family/Team entries. A maximum of 5 members per Family/Team. Time: 8 - 11 AM Date: 6/23 Cost: Free! All ages welcome!

ESSEX COAST VOLLEYBALL CLINIC

Join Coach Rescott in improving your volleyball skills.

Courts will be broken up by age and skill with the help of collegiate level coaches and players. This will be a fun and exciting way for new players to learn the game and develop their skills as well as current high school players to get ready for their upcoming season! Cost: $95 DHS Field House Grades 4-8; 9-12 Dates: 7/30-8/1 Time: 6-8PM

TRACK & FIELD

Come learn the basics of Track & Field with our introductory Track & Field Clinic instructed by Coach Annie Rose Carter! These programs aim to introduce the fundamentals of the various events found in the sport to each respective group. Daily activities will give the athlete a chance to practice a variety of track events and learn the basics of proper fitness.

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RED SOX TRIPS

Join Danvers Rec on a trip to see the defending World Series Champions, the Boston Red Sox! Trip includes bus transportation to and from Fenway.

6/26 vs. White Sox bus departs @ 12PM from DHS for 1:35PM game Bleacher 42 seats $49/ticket 7/15 vs. Blue Jays bus departs @ 5:15PM from DHS for 7:10PM game Grandstand 33 seats $52/ticket 8/7 vs. Royals bus departs @ 5:15PM from DHS for 7:10PM game Grandstand 33 seats $52/ticket

TRYOUT READY VOLLEYBALL

This clinic is an intensive readiness program run by Coach George LeVasseur, Endicott College Men’s Volleyball Assistant Coach Lindsay Rescott and Endicott College Women’s Volleyball Assistant Coach Nicole Trudeau. Program is open to high school boys and girls. All levels welcome. Grades: 9-12 Dates: 8/12-8/15 Time: 7-9:30PM Cost: $180 DHS Field House

YOUTH SPIKERS VOLLEYBALL

Spend a week of your summer vacation with Danvers High School Coach George LeVasseur learning the basic skills of volleyball including attacking, passing, setting, blocking and FUN! For boys and girls with any level of experience! DHS Field House All levels welcome. Grades 3-8 Dates: 8/12-8/15 Time: 5-6:30PM Cost: $75 DANVERSREC.COM

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LITTLE EXPLORERS

All young explorers aged 2-5 are invited to discover nature with Endicott Park's naturalist, Erika! 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 for children and adults to explore some of the amazing places at Endicott Park. Parents should plan to participate.

Wednesdays: 5/1-5/29 or Thursdays: 5/2-5/30 Time: 10-11AM Cost: $60

MOTHER'S DAY CRAFT

Bring your kids to make a gift for Mom for Mother's Day at Endicott Park's Carriage House. Several different crafts will be available for kids of all ages to choose from. All supplies included. Cost: $10/child Saturday, May 11 Time: 11AM - 12PM

BABYSITTERS COURSE This course instructed by Ms. Debbie LaFlamme will cover topics to help your teen become a more responsible and trustworthy babysitter for family and friends!

Topics covered include: interviewing with parents, infant & toddler care, bedtime, choosing safe and appropriate toys, and basic first aid. Cost: $40/person Date: 5/11 Time: 9AM-1PM HRMS Auditorium

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YOGA WITH PUPS

Join us for a slow flow yoga class with Danvers Recreation in Endicott Park's historic Carriage House where you can "downward dog" next to a rescue pup from Sweet Paws Rescue! Following class Sweet Paws hosts a meet & greet adoption event with available pups of all ages, shapes and sizes.

Saturday, June 1 Time: 10:30-11:30AM 18+ Cost: $25/person Yoga mats provided

BARNYARD BUDDIES

Kids and a parent or guardian are invited to come get their hands dirty helping to take care of the barn animals of Endicott Park. They will get to feed the animals, re-bed the stalls, collect eggs, and maybe even groom the smaller animals! Each class will largely be the same, so please sign up for only one date to begin with. If your child would like to come back, you may sign up for another date! Boots or shoes that can get dirty are recommended.

Meet Outside the Children's Barn! Cost: $20/class 6/7; 6/21; 6/28; 7/12; 7/19; 7/26; 8/2; 8/9 Time: 9-10AM

ENDICOTT PARK DAY

Join in the fun with Danvers Family Festival at Endicott Park Day! From the Doll Carriage Parade to face painting & temporary tattoos, and other kid’s activities, demonstrations, and rides, there is sure to be something for everyone. Local businesses and craftspeople will have booths. Bring an appetite, as a wide variety of food is available from fried dough to Boy Scout Troop 58’s grill. The Parent/Child Cookie Baking contest will be held under a tent at the park entrance and live entertainment will be held on the stage.

Date: 6/22 Time: 11AM-3PM

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KAYAK RIVER TOUR

Featuring some of the prettiest sights in the region, this narrated “3-hour tour” promises to finish better than Gilligan’s did, with an easy, meandering pace for everyone from the beginner to the experienced. Limited to 20 Kayaks, registration is required.

Meet at Pope's Landing.

Date: 6/18 Time: 5PM-8PM Cost: $10/kayak

SUMMER FUN W/ MS. NANCY

Time to make memories and celebrate friendship! Join Miss Nancy this summer for some summertime fun.

Children in grades K-7 will enjoy dancing, crafting, gym games, and so much more! Ages 4-12. Cost: $175 Sibling discount available.

Week 1: 7/15-7/18 Time: 9AM-1PM Week 2: 7/29-8/1 Time: 9AM-1PM Location: DHS Auditorium

ART IN THE SAND

Join Judianne Gillis & Kelly Bailey at Sandy Beach in Danvers for a four day summer art program with activities that include beach inspired projects, art from beach photography, introduction to pastels, 3-D art, and so much more! The goal of this program is to introduce art and all things beach related to acquaint new artists to tactile and creative mediums. Ages 4-12.

Cost: $150/week Sibling discount available.

Week 1: 7/9-7/12 Time: 9AM-12PM Week 2: 8/6-8/9 Time: 9AM-12PM Location: Sandy Beach, River Street DANVERSREC.COM

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SCHOOL OF ROCK

Do you like to sing or play instruments? Do you want to play in your own rock band? Are you 10-18 years old? Then join our School of Rock week with Mr. V! If you play any of these instruments: piano, guitar, drums, bass, trumpet, sax, trombone, flute, clarinet, or if you like to sing this is a chance to play in your own band. We will learn how to play contemporary and classic rock songs for rock band. You must have at least 2 years of experience with your instrument.

We will learn theory, harmony and how your instrument fits in different genres. We will also learn basic keyboard and ukulele. Our week will finish with a public performance!

Dates: 7/15-7/18 Times: 9AM-12PM Location: HRMS Music Room

Cost: $125

READERS THEATRE

Join teachers Kristen D’Entremont and Tammy Ryan for a fun filled week of literacy and theater creativity!

Children will enjoy acting out favorite stories, reading and rehearsing from scripts, designing scenery and creating costumes. The week will conclude with a performance for family and friends to view our talents on Friday at 12:00. Children will engage in teamwork, reading enhancement and the arts! Sibling discount available. Grades 1-4.

Dates: 7/15-7/19 Times: 9AM-1PM Cost: $225 Location: Great Oak Elementary Cafeteria

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MUSICAL THEATRE

A week long mini musical workshop for younger students that like to sing, dance and be creative. This program will feature activities and games that enrich children's creativity and performance. Children will learn all aspects of putting together a musical production including acting, singing, dancing, making sets and simple costume design. Everyone will have a role to play in our musical! The program will end with a performance on Friday! Ages 7-11 Dates: 7/22-7/25 Times: 9AM-12PM Cost: $175 Location: HRMS Music Room

ANIMALS, ARTS & ADVENTURES

Join teachers Kristen D’Entremont and Tammy Ryan for a fun filled week of Art as we use a variety of materials in creative ways. Projects will reflect the beauty of animals and nature as we incorporate papier mache, canvas painting, string art and much, much more! Children will put their love for animals into each of their creations! The week will conclude with a showcase for family and friends to view our masterpieces on Friday at 12:00.

Grades 1-4 Sibling discount available.

Dates: 7/29-8/2 Times: 9AM-1PM Cost: $225 Location: Great Oak Elementary Cafeteria

FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT

Bring your popcorn and come on down to Peabody Park and enjoy a movie this summer on the lawn!

Event Start Time: 8 PM Dates: 8/1 - Mary Poppins 8/8 - Spider Man Location: Peabody Park (behind Danvers Library) Cost: Free!

Movies subject to change.

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LEGO WEDO 2.0 ROBOTICS

Our LEGO® WeDo 2.0 ™ Robotics Workshop is a great introduction into engineering, basic computer programming, and robotics. Children will use LEGO robotics kits to build a variety of different machines and autonomous robots. They will then use drag-anddrop software to program their LEGO projects all while exploring many Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics concepts! Projects include race cars, helicopters, cranes, and robotics animals! Opportunity will also be provided for children to create and invent their own robots! Note: Children do not take projects home. Grades 1-5. Location: Great Oak Cafeteria Dates: 8/5-8/9 Cost: $135/per session AM Session: 9AM-11:45AM PM Session: 12:15-3:00PM

TEA PARTY AT GLEN MAGNA FARMS

Join us for a fancy tea party in Glen Magna Farm's gorgeous gardens, thanks to our partnership with the Danvers Historical Society! Come in your "Sunday Best." We will provide the tea and pastries, and some fun activities for adults and kids of all ages. Please register all family members who will be in attendance.

Date: 6/2 Time: 10AM-12PM Cost: $12/child; $18/adult Children 2 and under are free.

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C.I.T. Program 2019 [Counselor In Training]

Important Dates Friday, May 24

Deadline to submit CIT Application Packet & References.

Friday, May 31

Acceptance/Rejection decisions mailed out.

Wednesday, June 12

Deadline to sign up for CIT weeks/programs if accepted.

What is the CIT Program?

The Counselor in Training Program is designed to give selected High School age students (ages 1418) the opportunity to learn and develop leadership and teamwork skills in our summer programs.

The program consists of training and actual work experience with campers under the supervision of a Danvers Recreation staff person. Maturity and a sincere desire to work with children are essential.

How Does It Work?

Danvers Recreation summer programs run for roughly eight weeks. Accepted CITs sign-up for programs on a weekly basis in the Recreation office at Danvers Town Hall (i.e. CITs may do a week of SNAKE, a week of LPS, a week of Journey’s and so on as long as they fit each program’s requirements). Through supervised group leadership opportunities, CITs learn the skills and responsibilities necessary to become a leader by participating in these programs. If accepted, it is essential that CITs attend the full weeks of the program they register for. Participation in this program does not guarantee being hired as a staff member. CITs take from the program what they put into it.

Procedure Potential CITs can begin picking up/printing out CIT Application Packets on March 25, 2019. CITs should fill out all paperwork and obtain a written teacher reference and return to the Danvers Recreation office by the May 24, 2019 deadline. Applications will not be reviewed if they are submitted after the deadline or if they are incomplete. Danvers Recreation Staff will review applications and acceptance/rejection notifications will be sent out on May 31, 2019. If accepted, CITs should come sign up and register for desired programs and weeks at the Recreation office at the Town Hall. Registration is based on a first-come first-serve basis and occurs in-office only. There is a fee to participate in the C.I.T. Program. Fees vary based on the program that you register to participate in. Your non-refundable payment is required upon registering; you may not register without payment under any circumstances.

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The Friends of Danvers Recreation presents:

SUMMER CONCERT SERIES

All summer concerts are free, and run from 6—8 pm on the Peabody Park Lawn behind the Danvers Library! In the event of rain, the concert will be held the next day. Follow Danvers Rec on social media for up-to-date notifications!

7.8 - SHANA STACK 7.10 - GOOD STUFF 7.15 - DECADES OF ROCK 7.17 - TOE JAM PUPPETS 7.22 - STEEL RHYTHM 7.24 - RHYTHMIX 7.29 - BIG BAND SWING 7.31 - ULTIMATE SOUL BAND 8.5 - BLUEST BLUES 8.7 - THE GROOVE 8.19 - MERJ 8.21 - NORTHSHOREMEN *Schedule subject to change

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David Mountain Recreation Director Nick Campion, CPRP Assistant Director Christopher Sanborn Director of Natural Resources Kathy Bowden After School Program Director Erika Moretti Endicott Park Program Coordinator Judy Freehan Recreation Secretary Carolann Powers Office Administrator

CONTACT Recreation Office 1 Sylvan Street Danvers, MA 01923 recreation@danversma.gov (978) 777-0001 x. 3094

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Recreation Committee The Recreation Committee serves as an advisory board to the Recreation Department on matters related to parks, recreation programming, special events, services, and facilities. This committee meets on the 3rd Thursday of every month. If you have an item that you would like discussed with the committee please contact the Recreation office at (978) 777-0001 extension 3094 or by email at recreation@danversma.gov.

Bob Trudeau, Chair Bruce Symmes, Vice Chair Pam Ames Sharon Burrill Jeff Clickstein

Sevan Demirdogen Mike Grandmaison Beth Klemm Art Skarmeas

Feedback How are we doing?! If you have comments, concerns, program suggestions or general feedback on your experiences that might be helpful to us, please let us know! We are always looking to improve! Contact the Recreation office at (978) 7770001 extension 3094 or by email at recreation@danversma.gov.

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SPRING & SUMMER 2019

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