Engaged in Easton: Fall Programs
Asthegoldenhuesofautumnapproach,it'stimetobidfarewelltoan unforgettable summer and embrace the magic of fall. We invite you to join our recreational programs, where new adventures and cherished memories await. Let's celebrate the changing seasons togetherwithjoy,laughter,andcountlessheartwarmingexperiences!
Allprogramslistedinthisflierwilloccurbetween9/4/23and11/27/23
Someactivitieslistedwillberecurringandfeaturedinfuturebrochures based on demand. While hard copies of this brochure are available upon request, digital copies may change to reflect the addition of programs to our calendar. As always, please stay in touch with our department and let us know what programs you would like to see next!
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Fall programs - 2023 Overview
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Helpful Information
Volunteer Opportunities
Public Spaces Highlight
Sponsorship Opportunities
Adult Sports Programs
Adult Sports Programs
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Youth Sports Programs
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Fall programs - 2023 Staff
Frothingham Hall
15 Barrows St. Easton, Ma. 02356
Jeff Page: Programs Assistant
JPage@Easton.MA.US
Shea Matta: Administrative Assistant
SMatta@Easton.MA.US
Joseph Pitti: Deputy Director for Health & Community Services - Community Engagement & Programming -
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New Registration Portal!
Easton's Community Programming office is making some changes! Our registration portal will allow you to manage personal and family accounts, register for upcoming programs, and more!
To access our registration site, go to Easton.MA.US and click the "Leisure and Attractions" tab found on the top banner, then click "Community Programs". From there, select "Register for Community Programs" on the side bar. Or, click the Rec Desk Button below!
Residents are still able to make payments in person via cash or check at Frothingham Hall.
Please see the "Help" tab on this website for information on setting up your accounts. To register family/household members other than yourself, you will need to add them to your account in your profile.
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Fall programs - 2023 Helpful information
Accommodations:
If you or your family have questions about inclusion or would like to request a program accommodation, please email Programs@Easton.MA.US. We will do our best to modify aspects of our programs to provide accessible activities.
Waivers: Waivers are required for all town programming. For youth programs, guardians will need to sign forms on the participants' behalf.
Drop-in programs: No need to register, just arrive at the time the event is taking place and enjoy!
Maximum/minimum participants: Due to program structure, some of our activities will require upper and lower participation limits Programs that do not meet lower limits may be canceled, refunded, and rescheduled.
Refunds: Programs canceled or with unanticipated changes in schedule will receive a full refund. Requests outside of 2 weeks will receive a full refund Requests within 2 weeks of a program will not receive a refund. Punch cards (Fitness and Art) and swim memberships are non-refundable. All other refund requests are at the discretion of the Community Programs office We will not refund credit card convenience fees. All refunds will be done via check unless otherwise stated.
Programs requiring Punchcards: Punchcards can be purchased online, with the QR Code below, or at Frothingham Hall during regular business hours. Passes can be picked up prior to your first class at the front desk at Frothingham Hall. Programs with pre-registration are not eligible for punch card use See pricing below!
Punchcard Prices
1 card: 10 days of classes, $20.00
2 cards: 20 days of classes, $30.00
3 cards: 30 days of classes, $40 00 Art punchcard-
1 card: 5 punches, $10
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Fall programs - 2023 Volunteer opportunities
The department of Health & Community Services is always looking for volunteers!
If you're passionate about enriching your community, gaining experience, or want to offer an activity that isn't presently on our schedule, we're looking for you!
We are accepting volunteer applications using the QR code below. Please complete the brief survey and we will get back to you!
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Fall programs - 2023 Public Places Highlight!
Easton is home to some amazing open spaces. We encourage you to get out and visit our parks!
Pictured; Ali's of Eastondale( 74 Pine St, South Easton, MA 02375), Edwin A. Keach Park (49 Chestnut St, North Easton, MA 02356), Frothingham Hall (15 Barrows St, Easton, MA 02356 ), The Town Pool (101 Lincoln St, North Easton, MA 02356), Torie's Place (115 Main St, North Easton, MA 02356), & Unionville Pickleball Courts (181 Washington St. Easton MA, 02356)
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Fall programs - 2023 Sponsorship opportunities!
Interested in partnering with Easton's Community Programs office and get your business noticed? Invest in Easton and inquire with our programming team about sponsorship opportunities this summer!
Email Programs@Easton.MA.US to discuss marketing and sponsorship opportunities.
All sponsorships go directly to supporting recreational opportunities for Easton residents.
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Fall programs - 2023 Adult Sports Programs:
Pickleball Lessons.............................+18yrs old..............................$85
Varying levels of instruction covering the rules and basics of Pickleball. 3wk program run monthly, September through October.
Tuesdays & Wednesdays. Private/Group lessons are also available upon request. All lessons will take place @ Unionville Pickleball courts at various times.
Registration starts 8/23. Registration is for the program in the following month. Min of 3 per group, max of 4 per group Waitlists are available for each session
Morning Pickleball Program............+18yrs old........................$25
This program will offer an inclusive play environment for all skill levels. Play will be USA Pickleball rules. Order of doubles play will be coordinated using whiteboard signups. Partners are not required at signup. Individuals can pair themselves, or be paired on-site. Participants are required to come with their own paddles. The town will provide pickleballs and wristbands for registration verification.
Mondays through Saturdays, 8am- 12:30pm 9/15-11/22 weather permitting. @ Unionville Pickleball Courts. Courts 1, 2, & 3 ONLY. Rolling registration opening 8/14.
Evening Pickleball League................+18yrs old.......................$85
This program will offer organized play for intermediate play with participants that have a 3 5 DUPR rating or higher playing Tuesday nights and those with 3 4 and
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Fall programs - 2023 Adult Sports Programs:
Adult Co-ed Pickup Soccer.........+18yrs old............................$45
Join us for pickup soccer games this spring! No past experience is required. Team will be broken up on-site. Site coordinator facilitates reasonable rotations to ensure playing time for all participants.
Sundays, 9am-10:30am @ Keach Field, 49 Chestnut St, N. Easton. This program will run from 9/10-11/19, weather permitting Rolling registration opening on 7/26. Min of 20, max of 40 players.
Men's Pickup Basketball...............+18yrs old...........................$85
Competitive indoor pickup league with other Easton residents. This league will consist of tryouts, a preseason draft, and standard league play with patched basketball officials. Standings, stats, and awards will be kept and included in this league. Dates, times, location, and registration coming soon! Email Programs@Easton.MA.US to be added to receive updates for this program.
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Fall programs - 2023 Adult Sports Programs:
Adult Co-ed Volleyball..............+18yrs old................$95/session
Competitive pickup league with other Easton residents with league style play and patched volleyball officials. Participants can enter full teams or register as individuals and be placed on teams. Play will be broken up into 2 separate sessions before and after holidays. Dates, times, location, and registration coming soon! Email Programs@Easton.MA.US to be added to receive updates for this program.
Women's Pickup Basketball.........+18yrs old............$45/session
Competitive pickup league with other Easton residents. Games will follow either 3v3 or 5v5 models depending on daily attendance. Play will be broken up into 2 separate sessions before and after holidays. Tuesday Nights, 7:30-9:30pm, Oliver Ames High School.This program will run from 9/12-11/21! Email Programs@Easton.MA.US to be added to receive updates for this program.
Men's Pickup Basketball.........+18yrs old..................$50/session
Competitive pickup league with other Easton residents. Games will follow 5v5 models.. Play will be broken up into 2 separate sessions before and after holidays. Sundays, 9am-11am @ Oliver Ames, 101 Lothrop St, N. Easton. This program will run from 10/15-11/19. Rolling registration starting September 11!
Email Programs@Easton.MA.US to be added to receive updates for this program.
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Fall programs - 2023 Youth Sports Programs:
Horsemanship Program.........Ages 6-16.................................$175
Learn the basics of horsemanship, grooming, leading, basic instruction in horse care as well as English Style rides with an experienced instructor. Takes place at Victory Stables in Stoughton. Mondays, 9/18, 25th, and 10/2 from 6pm-7pm.
Registration runs from 8/18 - 9/18 -Max- 8 Min-4.
Floor Hockey.............4-6yrs old & 7-9yr old leagues.......$80.00
Fun and team-oriented Floor Hockey league. Weekly games and all equipment provided. 6wks in length, 11/7-12/21 w/ a break Thanksgiving week.
4-6yrs: Wednesdays and Thursdays 4:30-6:45pm @ Frothingham Hall
7-9yrs: Tuesdays 4:30pm-6:45pm @ Frothingham Hall
Registration from 10/2 - 10/27 Max-32 Min-24. Price is per session, winter registration will open after the holidays.
InclYOUsion Sports for Kids...............2-7yrs old..................$200
InclYOUsion Sports provides inclusive sports enrichment programs to children in Massachusetts, using innovative behavioral methods to teach sports, fitness and social skills. The Program will run in two sequential sessions of one sport per month (baseball and soccer)
Sunday's 9/10/23 to 11/5/23 (skip day 10/8)
2-4 years old - 9am-9:50am @ Ali's Park
5-7 years old - 10am-10:50am @ Ali's Park
Maximum of 8 children per age group per session Costs for one 8 week program: Registration opens 8/14, and closes 9/6.
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Youth Sports Programs cont'd:
Youth Golf Clinics w/ Sky Hawks..............4-6yrs.....................$75
Skyhawks Beginning Golf is powered by Payne Stewart Golf Experiences, the recommended entry-level golf program for PGA Junior Golf Programs. The unique, games-based play program and modified learning equipment make it easier for kids to hit the ball and experience early success. This intro to golf program will teach grip, stance, putting and full swing through games, simple repetitive motions and learning rhymes that make it easy for young kids to remember and repeat.
Specially designed, age-appropriate golf equipment is provided. Please note players may not bring their own clubs. Depending on age parents may be asked to support their child.
Wednesdays, from 10/11-11/1. 4pm-5pm @Torie's Place Park.
Registration 9/1-10/7. Max-10 Min-5
Ultimate Sports Clinics w/ Sky Hawks .........7-12yrs ..............$75
Skyhawks has taken your favorite games from the playground and combined them into an action-packed program! Each week we will focus on 1-2 of the listed games including multiple variations of play of Kickball, Dodgeball, Capture the Flag, Whiffle Ball and Ultimate Frisbee. Participants will learn sportsmanship, teamwork and strategy in addition to the rules of the game.
Wednesdays, from 10/11-11/1. 5:15pm - 6:15pm @Torie's Place Park.
Registration 9/1-10/7 . Max-20 Min-8
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Fall programs - 2023 Fitness programs (punch card eligible)
Tai Chi ................................+18yrs old..........Drop-in+Punch card
Take part in this gentle Tai Chi session to start your week. This class is a great way to build balance and learn the dynamic poses of Tai Chi.
Monday's 9am-10am @ Frothingham Hall w/ Vince
Beginner level, no experience needed. No registration needed!
Chair Yoga .........................+18yrs old..........Drop-in+Punch card
A seated yoga session that's friendly for all ages and abilities. This is a great introduction to building skills and knowledge for life long yoga practice!
Mondays 10:30am-11:30am, Wednesdays 10-10:45am @ Frothingham Hall w/ Dorene
Beginner level, no experience needed. Mats provided. No registration needed!
Movin & Groovin' Fitness......+18yrs old....Drop-in+Punch card
Join us for a movement-based cardio program that incorporates weights, dynamic movements, strength, and flexibility!
Tuesday's 2pm - 2:50pm @ Frothingham Hall w/ Georgi Beginners welcome. All equipment provided. No registration needed!
Walking Club........................All ages!.....................Drop in + FREE!
Free and fun social walks around Frothingham Park!
Thursdays at 10am @ Frothingham Park. Group-Guided, weather dependent No registration needed! Starts the week of 4/10. No registration needed!
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Fitness programs (punch card eligible)
Zumba Gold .......................
+18yrs old..........Drop-in+Punch card
A rhythm and movement-based class designed to get your heart pumping!
Tuesdays 12:30pm-1:20pm @ Frothingham Hall w/ Marlene
Intermediate level. All equipment provided. No registration needed!
Floor Yoga ...........................+18yrs old.........Drop-in+Punch card
Traditional yoga class geared towards all skill levels. Learn all the poses and technique! Wednesdays 11am-noon @ Frothingham Hall w/ Dorene
Beginner level, no experience needed. All equipment provided. No registration needed!
Forever Young & Fit..........+18yrs old..........Drop-in+Punch card
A fun and dynamic workout class that helps preserve strength and mobility.
Wednesdays 1230pm-1:30pm @ Frothingham Hall w/ Deb B
Intermediate level involving dynamic movements. All equipment provided. No registration needed!
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Fall programs - 2023 Fitness programs (punch card eligible)
Strength for Seniors.........+18yrs old..........Drop-in+Punch card
A class that mixes cardio and strength exercises for older adults.
Tuesday's at 9am - 9:45am w/ Marlene L. Beginner level. All equipment provided.
Core-Strength Class.........+18yrs old..........Drop-in+Punch card
A movement program designed to strengthen your core and enhance overall body strength. Thursdays 12-12:50pm @ Frothingham Hall w/ Deb B
Beginner level. All equipment provided.
Balance & Strength ..........+18yrs old..........Drop-in+Punch card
Join us in workouts that target key muscle groups that help with functional strength, balance, and flexibility.
Fridays 9-9:50am @ Frothingham Hall w/ Dorene
Beginner level. All equipment provided.
Yoga Workshop Series +18yrs old Pre register + FREE
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Fall programs - 2023 Mindfulness & Social Programs
Book Club...........................+18yrs old...................Sign up + FREE!
Group reading and discussion with great reads! Check out our synopsis in our latest edition of The Coordinator!
Second Thursday of every month 2:30pm-3:30pm @ Frothingham Hall.
Books available at Ames Free Library. Call Frothingham Hall to register!
Bereavement Group..........+18yrs old..................Sign up + FREE!
A community support group for those who have lost a loved one.
Takes Place on the 2nd Thursday at 11am-Noon @ Frothingham Hall. Call Frothingham Hall to register! Drop-ins welcome!
Healthy Eating group........+18yrs old............. Drop in and FREE!
A support group for those on their own journey to healthy eating. This is a great social activity for members of all ages.
Fridays 10am-11am @ Frothingham Hall w/ Beverly
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Mindfulness & Social Programs
Mah Jongg...........................+18yrs old..............Drop in and FREE!
Weekly sessions of friendly Mah Jongg! No experience or items needed. Dedicated teaching tables offered for beginners!
Tuesdays 12:30pm-2:30pm @ Frothingham Hall
No registration is required.
Cards & Games....................+18yrs old.............Drop in and FREE!
Weekly sessions of friendly cards and games! No experience or items needed.
Tuesdays 9:30am-11am @ Frothingham Hall
All games provided! - Cards, board games, and more! No registration is required.
Weaving, knitting, & crafts.......+18yrs old......Drop in and FREE!
Join this group and learn different styles of stitching, weaving, and hard crafts.
Thursdays 12:30pm-2:30pm @ Frothingham Hall. *Must provide own craft items.* No registration is required.
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Fall programs - 2023 Culture & Arts Programs
Line Dancing.....................+18yrs old............Drop-in+Punch card
Organized line dancing with instruction, all skill levels welcome!
Tuesdays & Fridays 11am-12pm@ Frothingham Hall w/ Steve
Art Program................... +18yrs old.........Drop-in+art punch card
Learn and express yourself through the lifetime activity of painting at Frothingham Hall. Ongoing self-guided and group projects. See the instructor for material lists!
Mondays 10am-Noon @Frothingham Hall w/ Frank
*Must provide own materials.*Separate punch card program, can be bought at Frothingham Hall*
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Single-day events & Workshops +40 Pickleball tournament.............+40yrs old........................$40
A competitive single-day tournament with mixed doubles play. Double elimination. Age restrictions apply to both participants. An ideal event for intermediate and advanced players. Games to 11. Maximum of 8 teams, a minimum of 4 teams. Participants must sign up with a partner.
Tournament on Saturday, 9/23 from 9am-3pm. @ Unionville Pickleball Courts.
Registration will open 8/14 through 9/1 or until the maximum teams are reached.
AARP Caregivers Speakers session........+18yrs old............FREE!
Guest speakers from AARP will share data and perspectives related to caregiving for older adults.
This program will take place on September 5th at 6pm at Frothingham Hall. Register by calling 508-230-0690!
Holiday gift-making program.............All ages!..............Price TBA
Join us with talented facilitators in making ornaments, and crafts for the upcoming holiday season.
Dates, times, location, and registration coming soon!
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