Upcoming Special Events June 3 - Day of Play June 24 - Camp Out July 6 -
Bikes & Bites
July 12 - Senior BBQ July 20 - Bikes & Bites Aug 3 -
Bikes & Bites
Aug 12 - CityFest
Young at Heart Club June 7 - Birthdays & Prize Bingo June 14 - Flag Day Recognition June 21 - Summer Splash of Color! June 28 - Vigil: The Poetry of Presence by Pam MacPherson
Director’s Message This month I wanted to highlight our Junior REC Camp as it has become a national model across the country with National Recreation and Parks Association. Recently we were invited to NRPA’s national headquarters as presenters for a webinar; sharing our success story with 88 other communities that have signed on to the Commitment to Health initiative. Last spring we were awarded a $33,000 grant from NRPA, which works with the Walmart Foundation, supporting children’s health through “Commit to Health” by enhancing daily nutritional meals, snacks and physical activity during the summer. This grant supported our 8-week Jr REC Day Camp; for those who have completed K-6th grade, throughout the summer as the newly acquired funds helped this stellar camp to be infused with daily wholesome, local, organic nutritious lunches and snacks provided by the dedicated staff at South Burlington Nutritional Services. To encourage healthy eating education and habits, our department made a conscious decisions to include daily meals in the cost of camp, so every camper would benefit from the incredible meals and snacks served. Thank goodness for the good work of Nutritional Services Director, Rhonda Ketner, who was able to infuse her expertise of “food costing” to keep pricing affordable and quality exceptional? According to Ketner “A case of canned pears might cost $36. After draining and portioning it into ½ cup servings, it yields 50 servings. A case of fresh pears costs a bit more, but can be sliced in 150 servings. If you use food costing and averaging, you can often use fresher, more locally sourced products and actually save money. You have to do your research and be creative, but it can be done. For taste and nutrition fresher is always better!” In addition, kids had the opportunity to assist in planting and harvesting food weekly, through field trips to local farms and on site gardens. This hands-on down and dirty experience gave the children a good understanding of where their food comes from and why the local farm to table concept is so important to experiencing good nutrition to put into their bodies. Getting the kids involved is key! The more connected kids are to the food, the more willing they are to try it. If your hands touch the food in the growing and harvesting process, you are more likely to sample the fruits of your labor, rather than if it is just placed in front of you.” We have made a conscious decision to support a systematic change in our community by continuing to offer fresh local lunches/snacks to our Jr REC Campers “family style” setting offering Theme Weeks that match food options, physical activities, nutritional activities, art activities engaging our youth that filters into family living.
*Young at Heart Club meets each Wednesday, starting with a meal at 12 pm, followed by a free program at 1pm at City Hall.
Based on the success of Jr Rec Camp we have extended lunch/snack to our Lil’Tykes Campers, (ages 4-5) with the wholesome meal offerings included in registration fees. We cater to the pickiest of eaters and ensure there is something for everyone.
*Call by the Friday before to reserve your meal at 846-4108.
Warmly, Maggie
We have so many activities and events to offer this summer. There truly is something for everyone. Please check out our website for the latest updates. You have the power to Make Life Better!
Community Events Day of Play — June 3 Veterans Memorial Park 11:00 am-1:00 pm
COMMUNIT Y LIBRARY
Visit the Community Library’s website to see their program offerings for the upcoming months.
Join your community to celebrate summer and all that South Burlington has to offer. We will kick off the summer season with delicious local delights, as well as a bounce castle, book mobile, games, face painting, pre-school activities, and more. Come sample what the summer has to offer at this FREE event!
Camp Out — June 24-25 Veterans Memorial Park 5:00 pm-9:00 am When was the last time you spent a night out under the stars? Join us in the park to pitch your tent with your family. Enjoy activities and s’mores! Sponsored by the National Wildlife Federation, the Great American Campout is a great opportunity to observe and learn about the wildlife around us every day.
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Bikes & Bites — Jul 6, 20, Aug 3, 17, 31, Sept 14 Veterans Memorial Park 5:00-8:00 pm Back by popular demand and infused with even more fun is our Bikes & Bites Food Truck/Music series. Come meet and mingle with your SoBu community as you sample from one or more of the many Food Truck options. A combination of Music and Live Bands will set the stage as we sprinkle the open space with yard games and the pavement with sidewalk chalk. Join us for one or all of these fantastic events. Walk, ride or roll on in for a rocking good time. Sponsored by Hall Communications
This year we are opening a little earlier than normal on June 11 and we will be closing Labor Day (Sept. 4). Friendly reminder for those of you who have purchased a season’s pass to Red Rocks over the past two years, please make sure to bring your pass from the previous year with you, as it is reusable. If you have lost your hang tag there is a $5 replacement fee. When you purchase a season’s pass for this summer you will be given a new sticker for the hang tag, similar to a car registration. The season pass fees remain the same as last year. SB Resident - $10 Non-Resident - $25.
Senior BBQ — July 12 Veterans Memorial Park 10:30 am-2:00 pm Join us for our Annual Senior BBQ! Again, this year we are celebrating by hosting this event at Veterans Memorial Park. Come stroll the Veterans Memorial, try your hand at bingo, and enjoy yard games, as we indulge in a delicious BBQ meal. Advanced reservations are required, please sign up with our office by July 5 to secure your spot. Sponsored by Hall Communications
CityFest — August 12 Veterans Memorial Park 5:00-9:00 pm Join this city wide celebration to include live music, entertainment for all ages, fantastic food trucks, vendor village, free face painting, inflatables and more. The evening will come to a celebratory conclusion with a spectacular fireworks celebration right at the park. You won’t want to miss this one of a kind community event that is packed from beginning to end with festive fun for the whole family. Be sure to look in The Other Paper in early August for a full listing of activities and shuttle service schedule to the park. Let’s all join in and celebrate SoBu! Sponsored by Hall Communications
Summer Camps Jr Rec Camp — Completing Grades: K-6 Sessions run from June 26-Aug. 18 This is a wonderful twist on traditional day camp. Packed with recreation, sports, arts & crafts, and nature programs, there is never a dull moment. This activitybased camp is the perfect blend of choice activities, age group rotations, and the ever popular”Themed Ultimates”. The program fee includes: all activities, field trips, lunch, and snack. This is also a Vermont State Licensed day camp. Child Care Resource funding may be used for this program, if families qualify.
Lil’Tykes Camp — Ages: 4-5 Sessions run from June 26-Aug. 18 This camp provides 4-5 year olds the perfect setting for their first day camp experience. New adventures abound as our youngest campers will have opportunities to socialize and play cooperatively in a camp of children their own age. New for this year, lunch will be provided.
On The Go Camp — Grades: 5-8 4 Individual One-Week Sessions Available Join our Adventure Staff and challenge the great outdoors in these one week camps, full of Outdoor Ultimate Recreation. Each week will include hiking, biking, kayaking, teambuilding and a special trip. The cooperative planning of the campers and counselors determines the activities. No two weeks are the same!
Food, Games, & Art Shows! Chill Out Center South Burlington Grand Opening June 8 at 4:00 pm Located at the University Mall 155 Dorset Street near McDonald’s. Contact Bruce Wilson at 802-999-9359 for more information.
Track & Field Program — Ages: 7-14 Register Now! Youngsters will train in both track and field events and compete in two state track meets, as well as meets with other are Recreation Departments. Agel eligibilty for this program is based on child’s age as of August 31, 2017.
Adult Programs Champlain Bridge Trip — 55+ Decision Deadline: June 29 The Charlotte, VT - Essex, NY ferry crossing on Lake Champlain is the southern crossing, offering spectacular views of the Adirondacks and Green Mountains. It is a beautiful 30-minute boat ride. On our way home, we will head south to travel over the Champlain Bridge, visit Chimney Point in Addison, and stop for a cremee.
Recreation News Looking to get out and play some tennis this summer? Look no further, we have 5 public courts available. There are 3 located at the rear of SB High School and 2 at Szymanski Park.
Amusement Park Tickets Great Escape General Admission — $40 Great Escape Parking Pass — $18 Six Flags New England — $39 Bromley Mountain — $ 33
Our office will be closed on July 4th
Coming Soon! New Dog Parks
at Farrell Park and Jaycee Park. Stay tuned for opening dates.
The Dog Park on Kirby Road is now closed.