Scarborough Recreation News 418 Payne Road, Scarborough
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Winter Brochure Coming Soon!
Volunteer Opportunities
Our winter programs brochure is almost here! We are wrapping up the last few details before posting to our website, Facebook page, and emailing it to all households in our system. Registration will begin November 21 for Scarborough residents and November 28 for nonresidents.
Santa’s Helpers: Thursday, 12/8
Please Note: Registrations for Youth Basketball and the Pleasant Mountain Ski Program have already begun and do not correlate with the registration dates listed above.
Digital brochures may be viewed online:
Current Brochure
SCS Facebook
The Hub transforms into the North Pole Express next month and we need YOUR help! We are seeking 10-12 adult volunteer "elves" to help us get Santa's letters out to local children. Last year we sent over 400 letters and we expect more this year! On December 8, from 4:00-5:30 pm, we will join forces at the Hub as we tackle the final steps of the process. Treats and coffee will be provided and festive wear is encouraged! Contact Nicole Hall at nhall@scarboroughmaine.org to sign up today!
Tickets and Trips Upcoming Winter Events Letters to Santa: Due by 11/28 We will once again be accepting letters to Santa! Tell the big guy all of the good things you have done this year and a few presents you are wishing for. Fill-in letter templates can be printed off of the website or paper copies can be picked up at the Hub or Town Hall Clerk's Office. Completed letters can be dropped in the North Pole Express mailbox at the front of Town Hall beginning 11/10 or mailed to the address listed on the template.
Gingerbread House Night: Friday, 12/2 Join us for a night of gingerbread house decorating to get in the holiday spirit! Gather the family and get creative by decorating a gingerbread house for the holidays! $20 per gingerbread house. Space is limited so be sure to register soon!
Santa in the Park Drive Through: Saturday, 12/3 Community Services, along with local groups, organizations, businesses, and Scarborough Police and Fire, will be welcoming St. Nick into town and we want you to join us! More details to come on the exact route this year but rest assured, Santa and his elves will be there! More details, including form and registration links:
Special Events Webpage
Maine Mariners Teddy Bear Toss Game: 12/4 Scarborough Community Services has secured just under 100 tickets to the ever-popular teddy-bear toss game on Sunday, December 4. Bring your stuffed animals and toss them onto the ice after the Mariners first goal! All bears will be donated to a local charity or organization. There will also be a postgame skate on the ice with the players (registration details for skate will be posted online and on ticket receipts). Tickets must be purchased at the Community Services Hub in person or may be purchased over the phone for pickup closer to the game date. Maine Mariners vs. Adirondack Thunder Cross Insurance Arena, Portland Game begins at 3:00 pm $16 per person
Boston Celtics vs Brooklyn Nets Trip: 3/3 Join Scarborough Community Services on a coach bus down to TD Garden to see the Celtics take on the Brooklyn Nets! Package price includes ticket in Balcony 324, coach bus transportation to Boston and back, and driver gratuity. Families of 4+ save even more per ticket! Friday, March 3 7:30 pm game Bus departs at 4:00 pm; returns around 12:30 am $170 per person ($160 per person if buying 4+) Limited to 50 tickets! BONUS! The first 15 children (ages 7-14) registered for the trip will be eligible to be an Anthem Buddy, allowing them to stand on the court near the teams during the National Anthem! Please ask about availability at time of purchase.