SWPRD Brochure - Fall 2021

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RESIDENT REGISTRATION

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NEW & UPCOMING • Resident Registration 8/18

• NEW! Family Mud Run!

• Non-Resident Registration 8/25

• NEW! Coaches Seminar • IT’S BACK! Halloween Hullabaloo

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Your Satisfaction Guaranteed!

Our Staff Molly Keays, Director of Parks and Recreation

Parks Division John Caldwell, Superintendent of Parks Dave Turkington, Parks Manager Alec Arnold, Parks Maintainer II Jake Burnham, Parks Maintainer III Mike Driscoll, Parks Maintainer II Mike Hanrahan, Parks Maintainer II Rob Hunt, Parks Maintainer II Steve Linton, Parks Maintainer II Bryan McTeague, Parks Maintainer I Michael Samsel, Parks Maintainer II Brian Sullivan, Parks Maintainer II

Recreation Division Jen Filer, CPRP, Assistant Director Ashley Casiano, Recreation Supervisor Cheryl Gerber, Recreation Supervisor Nancy Glynn, Recreation Supervisor Shelby Kosa, Recreation Supervisor Kerry Macchi, Administrative Secretary Leah Margelony, Customer Service Clerk Stephanie Tostarelli-Parker, Administrative Operations Manager 2

The South Windsor Parks & Recreation Department continuously strives to

provide the residents of South Windsor with high-quality recreation programs, activities, and special events. We are confident you will be happy with our

services and we guarantee your satisfaction. If you are not satisfied, we would appreciate your comments, ideas or suggestions for improvement.

Employment Opportunities For current employment opportunities and an application, please visit www.recreation.southwindsor.org

Americans with Disabilities Act South Windsor Parks & Recreation complies with the Americans with Dis-

abilities Act (ADA) prohibiting discrimination on the basis of disability. ADA requires that recreation programs must be implemented in the most integrated setting possible, appropriate for each individual. Persons with disabilities are encouraged to contact the South Windsor Parks & Recreation Department

at least two weeks in advance regarding any accommodations needed to assist

with participation in and enjoyment of any program or special event. If you have questions, please call 860-648-6355.

Weather Cancellation Policy Prior to the start of the program, call the cancellation hotline number (860-

648-6349) for the most recently updated information. Make-up classes will be scheduled if the schedule, facility, and instructor have availability to do so.

Program Enrollment Statement The South Windsor Parks & Recreation Department reserves the right to

change schedules as necessary and cancel programs that do not meet minimum enrollment levels.

Table of Contents • Registration Info.................................... 4

• Adult Programs................................... 22

• Director’s Message................................ 6

• Special Events..................................... 26

• Preschool Programs .............................. 8

• Biking & Hiking.................................. 30

• Youth & Teen Programs....................... 14

• Park Map........................................... 34

• Youth Sports Link................................ 16

• Rental Facilities................................... 36

• Special Needs ................................... 21

“The South Windsor Parks & Recreation Department is committed to enhancing our community through quality recreation programs and parks that provide exceptional experiences”

The South Windsor Parks & Recreation Department is a member of:

• Connecticut Recreation & Parks Association • National Recreation & Parks Association • New England Parks Association • American Camp Association • NAEYC (National Association for Education of Young Children) • South Windsor Chamber of Commerce • Connecticut Forest & Park Association • Connecticut Tree Protection Association • Tree Warden Association • Connecticut Parks Association • New England Sports Turf Managers Association

For Your Information

The following organizations/programs run independently of South Windsor Parks & Recreation. Please contact the individuals listed for information.

Challenger Baseball: League Director, Steve Callahan. . . . . . . . . . . 860-644-3498 www.southwindsorlittleleague.org Community Band: swcommunityband@hotmail.com swband.org Community Chorus: Lee Mann, Sr., President . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-875-2589 www.swchorus.org CT Adult Soccer Club: Brian Rivard. . . . . . 860-644-8378 Men’s Golf League: Dave Brower. . . . . . . . 860-289-2151 Ice Skating: South Windsor Arena. . . . . . . . 860-289-3401 www.hockey1.com South Windsor Association of Snowmobilers: Roger Tripp. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-289-0747 South Windsor Chamber of Commerce. . 860-644-9442 www.southwindsorchamber.com Special Olympics: Dan Rezende. . . . . . . . . 860-644-9703 Topstone Golf Course. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-648-4653 www.topstonegc.com Wapping Fair: Paul Petrillo. . . . . . . . . . . . . 860-573-6780 www.wappingfair.org Accredited Day Care Centers www.naeyc.org 3

Behavior of Participants Participants are expected to exhibit appropriate behavior at

all times. Participants shall behave in a safe and responsible

manner, show courtesy and respect to other participants, vol-

unteers, and staff, and treat equipment and facilities with care.

HOW TO REGISTER IN PERSON Wapping Parks & Recreation Facility,

91 Ayers Road, South Windsor, CT 06074

We use a positive approach to behavior management. However,

MAIL – Mail in a registration form. Mailed or faxed registrations are processed at end of business day.

evaluation of each situation on its own merits.

FAX – 860-648-5048

we reserve the right to take appropriate action based upon an

Public Safety

ONLINE – recreation.southwindsor.org

hol, we will suggest that you allow us to help find someone to

Telephone registrations will NOT be accepted.

Registrations will not be accepted without FULL payment and a completed registration form.

ties if deemed appropriate.

When to Register

Contact Us:

programs. Non-resident registration begins Wednesday, August 25, 2021

If you appear impaired or under the influence of drugs or alcodrive you and your child home. We will notify proper authori-

Do you have any ideas or suggestions for our Parks &

Recreation Department? Please call 860-648-6355 or email us at rec@southwindsor-ct.gov. We would love to hear from you.

Call us:

Phone: 860-648-6355

Hotline: 860-648-6349

Email us:

Fax: 860-648-5048 rec@southwindsor-ct.gov

Facebook: Facebook.com/swprd

At the office: Wapping Parks & Recreation Facility

91 Ayers Road, South Windsor 06074

Monday- Friday- 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.

Holiday Closings:

Monday, September 6, 2021; Monday, October 11, 2021;

Thursday, November 11, 2021; Thursday, November 25,2021; Friday, November 26, 2021; Friday, December 24th, 2021 On the Web: recreation.southwindsor.org

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INDICATES RESIDENTS ONLY

Advertisement in this publication does not express or

imply the endorsement of a business or its products and services by the Town of South Windsor.

The Production of Parks & Recreation Magazine is not tax-subsidized and is paid for exclusively by sponsorships, advertisers and program fees.

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South Windsor residents may register on Wednesday, August 18, 2021 for all Registration starts at 8:00am

Non-Resident Fees There will be an additional charge for each non-resident program registration of $5 for programs under $50 and $10 for programs over $50.

How to Pay The Parks & Recreation Department accepts cash, checks, or credit cards.

(American Express is not accepted). Please make checks payable to the Town of South Windsor, checks must have driver’s license number and expiration date written on them. Memberships, rentals and program registrations will not be accepted without FULL payment.

Fee Assistance

The South Windsor Parks & Recreation Department’s programs, classes, and special events are available to all residents regardless of economic status.

The Human Services Department determines all fee assistance for qualified residents. For more information on how to apply, contact the Human Services Department at 150 Nevers Road, South Windsor.

Refund Policy

Many programs are very popular and fill quickly, so quickly that we often have waiting lists for them. All requests for cancellations, refunds, or transfers must be made in writing via email to rec@southwindsor-ct.gov or in person in our office located at the Wapping Parks and Recreation Facility. In order to receive a full refund and allow us time to fill spots from the waitlist, all requests must be received by 4:30pm on the Wednesday prior to the start of the session.

All refund requests are considered on a case-by-case basis and subject to the discretion of the Parks and Recreation Department.

For 4th “R” and Preschool cancellation/refund policies, please see the department info on our website.

I Forgot My Username or Password

Visit recreation.southwindsor.org - Click on “Get Registered” - Click the “Sign in” button - Follow the instructions for forgotten name or password.

For further assistance signing into your account, contact the office Monday-Friday, 8:00 a.m.- 4:30 p.m. at (860) 648-6355.

Register Online!

RecDesk is a 100% web based solution for Recreation Departments, Schools, Churches, Civic and Non-Profit Organizations that helps manage facilities, programs, memberships, leagues, and registrations. RecDesk is a new, intuitive program that will allow customers an easier and more efficient way to manage their family’s registrations, memberships and reservations. The Family Portal feature will allow customers to track family balances and registrations and will also provide a new calendar view of your family’s activity schedule.

Unless otherwise noted, you can register for all of our programs from the convenience of your home computer. Online registration can be accessed 24 hours a day.

Create your RecDesk account now before registration begins on August 18th!

STEP ONE

• Go to southwindsor.recdesk.com and click the “Log In” button on the top right corner.

STEP TWO • Create an account.

• Fill in your family household information and create a login name (must be an email address) and password.

STEP THREE

• Access your account and review program information, register for available programs, pay on account, view account history, and more!

Our activity numbers are a thing of the past!

Registration for programs is similar to most internet shopping.

Simply just search by program name or keyword.

As always, please feel free to call the office at 860-648-6355 for assistance.

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DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE Molly Keays Director of Parks & Recreation

A Message from Molly Keays I am thrilled to join the Town of South Windsor as the new Director of Parks & Recreation.

During the last six months this role has been an energizing experience.

I may have come in during the pandemic, but the drive and optimism that the Parks & Recreation team has had to offer the quality programs for the community has been unparalleled. In this message, I am going to be sharing some of the exceptional things that your Parks and Recreation department has done along with some information on our upcoming events! If you see me at any programs or events, please come say hi!

What has been happening in the 06074!

Our department was excited to add the Farmers’ Market to our list of programs! The Farmers’ Market is now located at 220 Nevers Road, and has been growing steadily each week this summer! The community helps support local by attending our market on Saturday’s to enjoy the local vendors, food, and live music! A generous donation from the South Windsor Mom’s Club assisted us in starting the Power of Produce (POP) program at the market. This program helps support youth agricultural and nutrition education. Come say hi to us on Saturday’s through September 11 from 9-1pm! Weekly updates about our Farmers’ Market can be found on our website.

The department was pleased to open Veterans Memorial Pool (VMP) to full capacity this summer! There may be a nationwide lifeguard shortage, but your Parks & Recreation department was one of the few municipal pools that were able to operate at full hours! I want to give a huge thank you to all of our VMP staff for making this possible. Don’t forget, if you have a dog who loves to swim, join our VMP staff at our annual Doggy Dips event on Tuesday, August 31! Check out our website for more information.

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Our Summer Concert Series kicked off with great success on June 24! We had several rain storms interrupt our schedule, but that didn’t stop us from being flexible and adaptable! We were so eager to offer the community the opportunity to gather together to enjoy live music again! Between using a few rain dates and then receiving a few perfect evenings, it was a pleasure to offer our series again for 2021! A big thank you to our staff, the Promenade Shops at Evergreen, our sponsors, and performers for making the concert series a success!

This summer was a bit different than in the years past, so in order to ensure the safety of our campers and staff, we offered an amended summer camp for 2021. Even though we needed to modify our camp programs again this summer, we sure didn’t hold back on the FUN! We had a summer full of fun with theme days, camp songs, games, and even a visit from our Fire Department! Camp Evolution was able to enjoy weekly field trips to the pool on Friday’s! We truly have the best staff that made this summer another transformational one for our youth!

I would also like to take a moment to recognize and thank our Parks crew for all of their hard work after Storm Elsa! They spent days cleaning up storm damage, and this was on top of their normal job duties. With their hard work and dedication, they cleared out over 150 trees. We appreciate all that the crew does to keep our parks and open space clean and safe!

Farmers Market

Meet Jennifer Filer:

I am pleased to welcome Jennifer Filer as the new Assistant Director of Parks & Recreation! Jen joined the team on June 30, 2021 and she jumped right into the action! She is coming to the Town with over fifteen years of municipal recreation experience. Most recently, she was a Program Supervisor for the Town of Suffield, CT. Jennifer displays positive energy, enthusiasm, and passion for recreation daily and we are so excited to have her join our team!

What else is new in the 06074?

Jennifer Filer

We are going to be hosting Your First Mud Run event on September 19, 2021 at Rye Street Park! This will be a two-mile family friendly course that has sixteen obstacles including the mud pit! Put together a team or come with friends and have a ton of fun on a safe, but challenging course!

For more information, check out our website or register at www.yourfirstmudrun.com The courts at Rye Street Park will have a new look by the Spring of 2022!

We have started to work on our new pickleball and dek hockey courts project. We will be replacing the current tennis courts with eight pickleball courts on the left and a dek hockey arena on the right. Once this is complete, we will have even more ways to engage in recreation!

Also keep a look out for some of our upcoming preschool programs!

We are excited to offer our residents some fun for your little one with our classes. Our unique programs offer a place where they can have some fun with friends reading stories, singing songs, and making works of art!

The Parks & Recreation department is also excited to be offering youth basketball again this winter! We are working with our local health department and Board of Education to ensure we are following guidelines to provide safe and high-quality youth programs. Flip through this brochure to find more information regarding basketball this fall!

VMP Staff

We are excited bring back some of our traditional activities this fall that the community has grown to love over the years. We are ready to continue to create more transformational opportunities for all individuals in our community to engage in recreation!

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PRESCHOOL Welcome To Preschool!

We are excited to offer some fun for your little one with our

Preschool Program

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Preschool Registration ATTENTION PARENTS: There will be TWO registrations for the Preschool Program this year – one for sessions A & B and one for sessions C & D. All classes for Sessions A & B are listed in this brochure, but class options and schedules may change for Sessions C & D. We will advertise our class offerings for Sessions C & D in advance of

Face Coverings. “To stay consistent with the State A. Masks/Cloth of Connecticut ruling as well as the Office of Early Childhood’s Guidance, masks or cloth face coverings will be mandatory for both children (ages 3 and up) and staff when: - They are inside the classroom/Parks and Recreation Facility - They are outside and less than six feet from another participant or staff member

the session start date.

Sessions A & B Registration: • Resident registration for these sessions begins on Wednesday, August 18 at 8:00 a.m. Registration is conducted on a firstcome, first-served basis.

• Registration will be conducted online via our website, recreation.southwindsor.org. In the interest of streamlining the registration process and allowing for a safe and socially distant registration, we ask that you register online if at all possible. If you are unable to register online, you may register in our office at the Wapping Parks and Recreation Facility (91 Ayers Road).

• Non-resident registrations will begin on Wednesday, August 25 at 8:00 a.m. Registration is conducted on a first-come, first-served basis.

• You may register your little one for as many classes as you would like!

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Sessions C & D Registration: • Registration for these sessions will be conducted in early to mid January, and both class offerings and registration date will be advertised in advance of the sessions.

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No􀀁potty-training􀀁necessary􀀁to􀀁attend􀀁our􀀁classes!􀀁 Please note, teachers do not change any students. Parent will be called to come change their child if the need arises during class.

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Save􀀁yourself􀀁the􀀁trip!􀀁When there is no school for South Windsor Public Schools, there is no preschool classes. When SWPS cancels or delays due to weather, preschool is also canceled. We will do our best to offer a make-up for canceled classes as the schedule allows.

We know that mask-wearing may be new and possibly overwhelming for children. Our staff are committed to making this a positive experience and supporting the children to help them become comfortable wearing a mask. We will also provide as many safe and socially distanced opportunities as possible for children to take a break from mask-wearing. In our 2020-2021 sessions we found that the children were very successful at wearing their masks; we are proud of their adaptability to this change!

Inclement Weather Policy

If the South Windsor schools are canceled, preschool classes will also be canceled. If South Windsor schools have a delayed opening, preschool classes will also be canceled.

Always call the Cancelation Hotline Number (860-648-6349) for the most up to date information.

We have planned extra time between sessions, and will do our best to offer a make-up class for any canceled classes as the schedule allows! Partial refunds will be given if two or more of the same class cannot be rescheduled.

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Drop Off/Pick Up Outside. In an effort to limit the amount of people inside the building, we will conduct drop off and pick up outside in the courtyard near the preschool wing.

Lots of FUN! Each day the children will play, do art projects, sing songs, listen to stories, and have safe and socially distant fun with their friends!

recreation.southwindsor.org Parent & Child Classes These classes are recommended for children not yet comfortable being away from a parent/caregiver or are new to our preschool programs. These programs will help your child acclimate to our program and familiarize them with the staff members. As a result, transitions to independent classes will be easier for them and you!

Stepping Stones (All Ages Welcome) Here’s a chance to share some structured movement and motor

skills with your children! They will be introduced to many activities using balls, scarves, bean bags, ribbons, hoops, a parachute

and more! The fun continues with climb-ons, ride-ons, slides, toys, stories and songs. A nut-free snack and a drink are included, and coffee for the adults!

Mondays, 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., $85 Location: Room 54, Instructor: Mrs. Aparo

Come and Play

(All Ages Welcome)

Little ones and their caregivers are invited to play and socialize!

Independent Programming 2 YEAR OLDS

(Must be 2 before the start of the session)

The little ones will have all kinds of play opportunities to explore

at their own pace. We will also have a short story time each week.

Coffee/tea will be provided for the grownups and snack for the

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TOTally Kids (Age 2)

little ones.

Have some fun with friends! We will sing silly songs, read engaging sto-

Wednesdays,9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., $85 Location: Room 54, Instructor: Mrs. Hathorn

Mondays, 10:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m., $121

ries, and have fun with organized play! A nut-free snack will be provided.

Location: Room 54, Instructors: Mrs. Aparo & Mrs. Leone

Here We Grow Again (All Ages Welcome) This interactive parent & child class will find you and your little one

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A Perfect Start

(Age 2)

enjoying time together while adjusting to the preschool environ-

It’s a perfect way to start your day! Drop on by and make new friends,

have the opportunity to participate in circle time, stories, songs and

child to our classroom routines and a wide variety of toys and materials to

ment! With the focus on free play and socialization, kids will also activities. A nut-free snack will be provided.

Thursdays, 9:15 a.m. – 10:30 a.m., $85 Location: Room 54, Instructor: Mrs. Tetreault

play with lots of toys and let the day begin. This class will introduce your

explore, play with, manipulate and share. We will also read a story and create amazing works of art each week. A nut-free snack will be provided.

Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., $100 Location: Room 55, Instructors: Mrs. Sivo & Mrs. Leone

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PRESCHOOL

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Curious Kids

(Age 2)

Is your two year old curious? Do they like to touch, explore and

discover new things? Then this is the perfect place to be. In this class we will introduce your child to toys and objects that will stimulate

their curiosity, all while learning and having fun. Story-time and art projects are also included. A nut-free snack will be provided.

Tuesdays, 11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m., $100 Location: Room 55, Instructors: Mrs. Sivo & Mrs. Leone

Miles of Smiles

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Hello friends! Come on in and have a ball, we provide the fun for one and all. In this class we will create a fun-filled environment which will include

free play, art, music, story-time and snack time. We will also focus on building social skills and making new friends, but the most importat of all will be to have FUN! A nut-free snack will be provided.

Fridays, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m., $100 Location: Room 55, Instructors: Mrs. Sivo & Mrs. Leone

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(Age 2)

Preschool is so much fun! Each week we will read stories, sing songs, make art projects and play with friends! A nut-free snack will be provided.

Wednesdays, 10:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m., $121 Location: Room 56, Instructors: Mrs. Hathorn & Mrs. Verzella

Friday Friends (Age 2)

Busy Little Bees

(Age 2)

Busy little bees is what we’ll be as we introduce your child to letters, numbers, colors and shapes. Our focus is to learn through play, but we will also work

with your child on becoming more independent by practicing basic life skills such as thorough hand washing, cleaning up toys, sharing, making new

friends and being kind to one another. Story-time and art projects are also included. A nut-free snack will be provided.

Fridays, 11:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m., $100

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Bright Beginnings

(Age 2)

A warm, welcoming and supportive class for our incoming 2-year-olds who may be new to independent preschool classes. Play is the focus,

but we will also come together for story-time, songs, various activities and art! A nut-free snack will be provided.

Thursdays, 10:45 a.m. – 12:45 p.m., $121 Location: Room 54, Instructors: Mrs. Tetreault & Mrs. Hathorn

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Location: Room 55, Instructors: Mrs. Sivo & Mrs. Leone

PRESCHOOL 3-5 YEAR OLDS

Animal Explorers

(Ages 3-5)

(Must be 3 before the start of the session)

Do you want to learn about animals and their habitat, the food they eat,

Share A Story

class we will EXPLORE a different animal each week, from the farm to

(Ages 3-5)

the way they move and more? Then you’ve come to the right place. In this

Each week we will read stories to open our imaginations. We will

the jungle to the prehistoric. We will encourage your child to use their

Please bring a nut-free lunch.

our project will reflect our class theme and a nut-free snack will be provid-

play games, do art projects, sing songs and have free play time.

imagination as they discover new and interesting things. Story time and

Mondays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., $142

ed. It’s going to be a ROARING good time!

Location: Room 56, Instructors: Mrs. Hathorn & Mrs. Tetreault

Wednesdays, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., $142 Location: Room 55, Instructors: Mrs. Sivo & Mrs. Tetreault

ABCs & 123s

(Ages 3-5)

In this class we will introduce simple letter and math activities for

And Away We Go

(Ages 3-5)

preschool children with a focus on FUN, play-based learning. We

Hop on in and go for a ride, lots of fun is what we provide! Take a bus or

Please bring a nut-free lunch.

go near and far. In this class we will learn about the many different types

Mondays, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., $142 Location: Room 55, Instructors; Mrs. Sivo & Mrs. Leone

new friends which are all aboard this fun-filled ride. Please bring a

will also read stories, sing songs, and make dazzling works of art.

take a train, take a boat or take a plane. Take a truck or take a car, places to of transportation that are used every day along with stories, songs, art and nut-free lunch.

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Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., $142

Laugh and Learn

(Ages 3-5)

To quote Diane Ackerman, “Play is our brain’s favorite way of learning.” Join us Tuesday mornings as we play, laugh and learn together.

Don’t forget to bring your nut-free lunch!

Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., $142 Location: Room 57, Instructors: Mrs. Rounce & Mrs. Tetreault

Location: Room 55, Instructors: Mrs. Sivo & Mrs. Verzella

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Laugh, Play, Grow!

(Ages 3-5)

Did you know that your child can laugh during play, learn from expe-

rience, and grow as a person? Let us encourage independence in a fun, educational environment! Please bring a nut-free lunch.

Thursdays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., $142

Imagination Station

(Ages 3-5)

Art, music, and stories will get our imaginations working. During

Location: Room 57, Instructors: Mrs. Aparo & Mrs. Leone

our three hours together, children will also participate in gross and

Messy Play

nut-free lunch.

will be getting our hands into during this class. Each week we will dive

(Ages 3-5)

fine motor activities, sensory activities, and free play. Please bring a

Shaving cream, play dough and finger paint are just a few of the things we

Tuesdays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., $142

into a new mess, have circle time with a story, sing songs, and of course

Location: Room 56, Instructors: Mrs. Hathorn & Mrs. Aparo

have time for free play. Please bring a nut-free lunch.

Fridays, 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., $142

Busy Bodies

(Ages 3-5)

This class is perfect for kids with busy hands and freet. Come join

Location: Room 56, Instructors: Mrs. Hathorn & Mrs. Verzella

us as we have fun reading stories, singing songs and creating crafts

Razzle Dazzle

together. Please bring a nut-free lunch.

on indoor/outdoor play, socialization, circle time songs/activities, and

(Ages 3-5)

that will keep us active all morning long. We will also enjoy lunch

What a fun way to end the week! This independent lunch class will focus

Wednesdays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m., $142

crafts that will stimulate your child’s growing mind and body. Please bring

Location: Room 57, Instructors: Mrs. Rounce & Mrs. Aparo

a nut-free lunch.

Fridays, 9:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m., $142 Location: Room 57, Instructors; Mrs. Tetreault

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PRESCHOOL PRESCHOOL

Preschool Planning Guide Below is an easy guide to help you choose the session and weekday that works for you and your schedule.

Teachers will escort those students wishing to stay for back-to-back classes to their appropriate classroom.

Session

Session

September – November

November – January

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MON. 9/13 – 11/8 (NC 10/11) TUES. 9/14 – 11/9 (NC 11/2) WED. 9/15 – 11/3 THURS. 9/9 – 11/11 (NC 9/16, 11/4) FRI. 9/10 – 10/29

MONDAYS Room

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55 Room

56 Room

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MON. 11/15 – 1/10 (NC 12/27) TUES. 11/16 – 1/11 (NC 12/28) WED. 11/17 – 1/19 (NC 11/24, 12/29) THURS. 11/18 – 1/20 (NC 11/25, 12/30) FRI. 11/12 – 1/21 (NC 11/26, 12/24, 12/31)

TUESDAYS

9:15 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Parent/Child Stepping Stones ----10:45 a.m. - 12:45 p.m.

2 years TOTally Kids

WEDNESDAYS

THURSDAYS

9:15 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Parent/Child Come and Play

9:15 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Parent/Child Here We Grow Again ----10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

2 years NEW Bright Beginnings

9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

3-5 years ABCs & 123s

9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 years NEW A Perfect Start ----11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

2 years NEW Curious Kids

9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

3-5 years Share a Story

9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

3-5 years Imagination Station

10:45 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

2 years

9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

3-5 years NEW Laugh and Learn

9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

3-5 years Busy Bodies

9:00 a.m.-12:00 a.m.

3-5 years Animal Explorers

9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

3-5 years And Away We Go

FRIDAYS

9:30 a.m.-11:00 a.m.

2 years NEW Friday Friends ----11:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.

2 years NEW Busy Little Bees

9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.

3-5 years Messy Play

Miles of Smiles

9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

3-5 years NEW Laugh, Play, Grow!

9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.

3-5 years Razzle Dazzle

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September 9 :: 5-10pm September 10 :: 5-11pm September 11 :: 10am-11pm September 12 :: 10am-6pm

South Windsor Jaycees present

SEPTEMBER 9-12, 2021 ndation

South Windsor Fairgrounds at Rye Street Park • 75 Brookfield Street, South Windsor, CT The South Windsor Jaycees are excited once again to bring some incredible attractions to the Wapping Fair! Join us for thrilling rides, bands, magicians, food vendors and agricultural experts to entertain the crowds with their amazing skills and talent.

ATTRACTIONS • ENTERTAINMENT • FOOD TRUCKS Thursday admission is “Name your own price” night!! • Friday - Sunday admission for Adults and Children 57” and over is $8.00 • Seniors over 65 and Military with an ID is $4.00 and Children under 57" are free.

• Receive $1.00 off admission on Sunday with a donation of a non-perishable food item. • Unlimited ride bracelets are available on Thursday 5 p.m. – 10 p.m. or Sunday noon – 6 p.m. • Parking is always free.

For a detailed schedule or information please visit www.wappingfair.org

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YOUTH & TEEN Please enroll early. Whether or not a class runs is determined within 24 hours prior to the start of the class/activity. All classes/activities have minimum and maximum enrollment limits.

NC = No class. •

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= residents only • We require all youth participants to be escorted into their programs by an adult

Chris Corkum’s Baseball Clinic 2021 This clinic will provide the opportunity for players of all levels to practice and gain in-depth knowledge of various baseball skills including hitting, fielding, pitching, base running and much more. Each player

will receive various drills to help them improve their skills all the while

being in a fun baseball environment that the simple love of the game is stressed in a way that only Chris Corkum can create and foster.

10/9, 9:00 a.m.- 12:00 p.m., $40 Location: Ayers Rd Complex, Director: Chris Corkum

Jukido Jujitsu (Ages 6+) Jukido is a traditional Japanese Jujitsu class teaching realistic self-defense. The techniques that a student will learn includes throws, take-

downs, arm locks, pressure points and strikes. Jukido stresses the seven

codes of bushido: justice, courage, benevolence, politeness, truth, honor

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and loyalty. Safety and doing one's best are always emphasized in class.

This indoor program is aimed at helping middle school students enhance

information, please visit the IKA website www.kokondo.org

knowledge. Students will be encouraged to create realistic fitness goals

Trial classes are available and uniforms are not mandatory. For more

Wednesdays 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm September – November Location: Wapping Activity room 37 Instructor: Paul Ward Residents: $30/month Non-residents: $35/month Sundays 5:30 pm – 6:30 pm September – November (no class 9/5, 10/31,11/28) Location: Wapping Parks & Recreation Facility Gym Instructor: Paul Ward Residents: $30/month Non-residents: $35/month

their physical fitness and expand upon exercise and strength training and then work with the instructor to create an individual workout.

Mondays & Thursdays, 9/13-10/28 (NC 9/16, 10/11), 2:45 p.m. – 4:05 p.m., $70 Location: TEMS Weight Room/Fitness Center, Instructor: Val Giaccone, TEMS Health & PE Teacher

Food Explorers: Dinner Club!

(Grades 2-5)

Join Food Explorers for our weekly dinner club! Each week you’ll learn and make a new delicious recipe with the help of a nutritionist, and

play some fun games about food! You’ll be making: Taco Salad, Greek Grain Bowls, Ricotta Gnocchi, Rainbow Pasta Salad and Black Bean

Burgers. Each child will make their own portion, and all recipes are nut free but may contain dairy and eggs.

Thursdays, 10/21-12/2, 5:00-6:00 p.m.

NO class 11/11 (Veterans Day) & 11/25 Resident fee: $82, Non-resident fee: $92 Location: Wapping Recreation Facility 14

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Abrakadoodle Artsplash: Tell Me A Story!

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What kind of story does your artwork tell? We’ll use Model Magic to create our own storyteller dolls that reflect the tradition of passing down stories from generation to generation. Speaking of storytellers, we’ll learn about Patrick Benson, the award-winning illustrator of “Owl Babies” as we create our own soft owl babies. Our artwork takes on a 3 dimensional effect with shapes that pop off the page and use architectural design. Also featured are Lisa Kowalski and her colors, dabs and

and are taught by long time instructor Todd Custer. Each student is

doodles, beautiful indigo cloth designs using styluses, and more!

Twoosy Doodlers (20 months-3): 9:30-10:15 a.m.

Mini Doodlers (3-5): 10:30-11:45 a.m.

Doodlers: 5-12 (Elementary School aged kids): 4:15-5:00 p.m.

Location: Wapping Recreation Facility Resident fee: $92 • Non-resident fee: $102

All tennis lessons are at the Wapping Tennis Courts on Ayers Road, responsible for providing their own racquet. The participant should attend all session days they are signed up for. Make-ups will be

scheduled for inclement weather cancellations. Please check the cancellation hotline (860)648-6349.

Youth Pee Wee: Ages 5-7, $120 · No previous experience required. Parents must remain on site.

Saturdays, 9/11 - 10/23, 9:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m., Sundays, 9/12 – 10/24, 1:00pm-1:30pm.

Youth Beginner/Advanced Beginner: Ages 7-16, $120 · No previous experience required.

Saturdays, 9/11 - 10/23, 9:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.

Abrakadoodle Artsplash: From Castles to Cartoons!

We learn about the use of real gold in manuscript illumination during the Middle Ages, then zoom forward six hundred years to the present and practice creating cartoon drawings like professional animators.

Azulejos and ikebana sculptures take us from Portugal to Japan, and we try our hand at stippling flowers and designing a logo with our names.

Sundays, 9/12 - 10/24, 1:30 p.m.-2:30 p.m.

Youth Intermediate/Youth High Performance/ Adult: Ages 9-99, $180 · Must have command of volley, be able to sustain rally, and know positioning.

Saturdays, 9/11 - 10/23,10:30 a.m.-12:00 a.m., Sundays, 9/12 – 10/24, 2:30 p.m.-4:00 p.m.

Abrakadoodle Artsplash: From Castles to Cartoons!

Twoosy Doodlers (20 months-3): 9:30-10:15 am Mini Doodlers (3-5): 10:30-11:45 am Doodlers: 5-12 (Elementary School aged kids): 4:15-5:00 pm Location: Wapping Recreation Facility Resident fee: $92 • Non-resident: $102 15

YOUTH& &TEEN TEEN YOUTH

Youth Sports Link

Sports Link is provided as a convenience for residents of South Windsor. The following organizations are operated independently and are not administered by South Windsor Parks and Recreation Department. For program details contact the individuals listed below.

South Windsor Little League www.southwindsorlittleleague.org Al Maximino amaximino@cox.net

South Windsor Soccer Club www.southwindsorsoccer.org fields@southwindsorsoccer.org Michael Moriarty VP@southwindsorsoccer.org Gary Schoedler president@southwindsorsoccer.org Jaime Curylo (Dir. of Operations) ops@southwindsorsoccer.org Chris Mead Christopher.mead@southwindsorsoccer.org

South Windsor Hockey Association www.swhockey.com

American Legion Baseball

www.ctlegionbball.com https://www.ctlegionbball.com/teams/?u=swindsrleg&s=baseball Craig Zimmerman General Manager & 19U Coach craig_zimmerman@msn.com 860-670-5224 Adam McLaughlin Assistant General Manager & 17U Coach amac1619@yahoo.com 860-384-0799

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S.W. Panther Football & Cheer www.southwindsorpanthers.org Antonio Petgrave apet@att.net Samantha Petgrave (sports link/VP) Samantha.petgrave@gmail.com

South Windsor High School Athletic Dept.

Dave Sytulek dsytulek@swindsor.k12.ct.us

South WindsorGirls Lacrosse Club www.swgirlslax.org

Andrew Boyle Andrew.R.Boyle@gmail.com Darla Jarvis djarvis.home@gmail.com

South Windsor Boys Lacrosse Club www.swboyslacrosse.org

Joseph Canales (sports link/Pres.)

Jcanal86@gmail.com Eric Mahan mahan@hartford.edu

Cricket

Amit Saini amit.saini@doosan.com Venkjata Adithya Chakravarthula Venkata.chakravarthula@doosan.com

YOUTH & TEEN Recreational Jim Snow Youth Basketball League (Grades K-12)

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Proudly named for former long-time Recreation Director, Jim Snow. This fun, recreational league emphasizes the importance of a team, while developing

skills. We offer a progression of divisions beginning with kindergartners in our Mighty Mites hoop division all the way through senior year of high school.

Since the goal of this league is to provide fun, recreation play for youth, we require participants to play within their designated grade level division.

JIM SNOW YOUTH BASKETBALL PHILOSOPHY H E A LT H A N D S A F E T Y As a town organization, we believe that the health and safety of the players entrusted to our care is a serious responsibility.

RESPONSIBLE LEADERSHIP We believe we have an obligation to parents to provide responsible leadership possessing good judgment.

P L AY E R E X P E R I E N C E We strive to maintain our program in such a way that all players will have the opportunity to broaden their horizons, to gain knowledge by acquiring new skills and to experience the joy of friendship.

E Q U A L P L AY O P P O R T U N I T Y All divisions in the South Windsor Jim Snow Youth Basketball League have very specific playing time rules designed to allow each child the opportunity to play at least one half of every game. Every child will be assigned to a team. There are no cuts from South Windsor Jim Snow Youth Basketball. Please be sure to register before the deadline to ensure your child is placed on a team.

Mighty Mites Hoop (Grades K & 1)

More Mighty Mites

Introduce your child to basketball with this instructional, co-ed program

Girls & Boys Leagues

ety of fun drills and activities designed to improve skills!

structional format! Staff will provide a combination of instructional

that teaches the fundamentals of basketball to young players using a vari-

Saturdays, 1/8- 3/12, $75 Locations: ET & PRS, Instructors: SWPRD Staff Program will be extended if weather causes cancellations Limited space available 9:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m., Eli Terry Gym 10:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m., Eli Terry Gym 11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m., Eli Terry Gym 9:00 a.m.-9:50 a.m., Phillip R Smith Gym 10:00 a.m.-10:50 a.m., Phillip R Smith Gym 11:00 a.m.-11:50 a.m., Phillip R Smith Gym

(Grades 2 & 3)

Full court basketball games are introduced in this modified in-

drills and controlled scrimmages. “Game” times will be hourly from 9:00am – 3:00pm and will rotate for each team weekly. All teams

will be provided with a schedule prior to the program starting. This non-competitive program is highly recommended for those third

graders who are not quite ready for Beginner Division League play.

Catch you on the court!

Saturdays, 1/8-3/12, 9 a.m.-3 p.m., $75 Location: Orchard Hill, Instructors: SWPRD Staff Program will be extended if weather causes cancellations Space is limited

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YOUTH YOUTH&&TEEN TEEN Junior Girls Intertown Division (Grades 5 & 6)

Intermediate Girls Intertown Division (Grades 7 & 8)

Senior Girls Intertown Division (Grades 9-12) These divisions allow players to participate in a basketball environment

that promotes good sportsmanship and respect of others. To ensure our girls divisions are able to participate in a variety of competition, South

Windsor participates in an intertown game schedule which incorporates competition with surrounding towns such as Somers, East Windsor,

Beginner Division

(Grades 3 & 4)

Ellington and Vernon. The participating towns collaborate to decide age

appropriate recreation game rules for the season. Participants who do not

Girls & Boys Leagues

attend practice regularly may have adjusted playing time in games.

We create a boys beginner division and a girls beginner division.

South Windsor Parks and Recreation volunteer coaches determine a

Practices and games are used as opportunities to learn basic rules

of basketball and develop skills in a non-competitive, encouraging environment. Coaches and officials will use teachable moments to

help players learn the rules and develop good sportsmanship while gaining skills and making new friends. Participants who do not

attend practice regularly may have adjusted playing time in games.

South Windsor Parks and Recreation staff determine a player’s

team placement based on a number of factors including but not

limited to: the school the player attends, the number of registrations received, and basketball experience.

One hour per week practices begin the first week of November

and are held weekdays at 6:10pm or 7:10pm at local elementary schools. Practices are determined by our volunteer coaches and based on the space we have available to us.

player’s team placement based on a number of factors. Please plan to

attend all skill assessment gym times scheduled in November to assist

our volunteer coaches in building well-balanced teams. We do our best

with limited knowledge to create fair teams. The goal of this league is to provide fun, recreational play for youth.

One hour per week practices begin the first week of December and are

held weekdays 6:10pm, 7:10pm, 8:10pm, or 9:10pm at local elementary schools. Practices are determined by our volunteer coaches and based

on the space we have available to us. We try to keep the practice day/

time and location consistent but often have to rearrange schedules due to school availability. Earlier practice times are designated for younger divisions.

Games begin the first weekend in January and are hosted on Saturdays at various times and locations. Each team plays a total of eight games.

Games begin the first weekend in December and are hosted on

Four of the games will be hosted at the opponents’ location and four will

plays a total of ten games. Each participant receives a game t-shirt

end of season t-shirt.

award extravaganza for all beginner participants.

We do not honor specific requests for teams, practice days, or locations.

We do not honor specific requests for teams, practice days, or

portant division information such as skill assessment dates, practice and

Saturdays at various times between 9am and 4pm. Each team

to keep. Pending COVID restrictions, the season will end with an

locations.

Season runs November - mid March, $95 Location: Practices are held at local elementary schools, games are held at Wapping Recreation Facility Registration deadline is Friday, 10/15 18

be in South Windsor. Each player receives a game jersey to keep and an

Please visit our website for Frequently Asked Questions and other imgame schedules, and announcements.

Season runs November - mid March, $115 Location: South Windsor Schools and surrounding participating town’s facilities Registration deadline is Friday, 10/22

YOUTH & TEEN Junior Boys Division (Grades 5 & 6)

Intermediate Boys Division (Grades 7 & 8)

Advanced Boys Division (Grades 9 & 10)

Senior Boys Division (Grades 11 & 12) These divisions allow players to participate in a basketball environment that promotes good sportsmanship and respect of others. Game rules are de-

veloped to accommodate players of varying abilities and to promote equal opportunity for all participants. Participants who do not attend practice regularly may have adjusted playing time in games.

South Windsor Parks and Recreation volunteer coaches determine a play-

er’s team placement based on a number of factors. Please plan to attend all skill assessment gym times scheduled in November to assist our volunteer coaches in building well-balanced teams. We do our best with limited

knowledge to create fair teams. The goal of this league is to provide fun, recreational play for youth.

One hour per week practices begin the first week of December and are

held weekdays 6:10pm, 7:10pm, 8:10pm, or 9:10pm at local elementary

schools. Practices are determined by our volunteer coaches and based on

the space we have available to us. We try to keep the practice day/time and location consistent but often have to rearrange schedules due to school

Become a Volunteer Youth Basketball Coach!

Our town’s vast youth recreation basketball league is produced by over 100 volunteer coaches each season! Coaches are among the

most influential adults in the lives of youth athletes and they are

essential for a great season. If you or someone you know is inter-

ested in leading a team of youth basketball players, visit us online and register to be a coach!

In order to provide quality coaches training, process background checks, and for ample time for coaches to plan their season, the deadline to register as a coach is Friday, October 15th. We will

host a mandatory coaches orientation and seminar prior to the start of the season in November.

availability. Earlier practice times are designated for younger divisions.

Games begin the first weekend in January and are hosted mostly on

Saturdays at various times and locations. An occasional Friday or Sunday game may be scheduled to accommodate school events. Each team plays

a total of ten regular season games. Scores and standings are kept and the

season ends with a single elimination tournament for all teams. Each player receives a game jersey to keep.

We do not honor specific requests for teams, practice days, or locations.

Please visit our website for Frequently Asked Questions and other

important division information such as practice and game schedules, and announcements.

Season runs November - mid March, $120 Location: South Windsor Schools Registration deadline is Friday, 10/22

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YOUTH & TEEN NEW

Coaches Seminar

All SWPRD coaches welcome!

Come learn how to optimize your leadership with first-time author and

college athletics administrator, Matthew Raidbard. Matthew Raidbard has been a men's college basketball and senior level college athletics admin-

istrator for the past 15 years. He holds a Doctorate in Educational Leadership. His research primarily focuses on determining the best leadership style and behaviors for athletic coaches to practice.

The seminar will include two parts. The first will, give an introduction to

leadership practice, and discuss the importance of coaches viewing them-

selves as leaders and making intentional leadership choices. It will discuss how coaches can determine what the best leadership style and behaviors are for them to practice based on their personal values and beliefs. This seminar is also designed to help coaches understand the impact their

leadership choices can have both positively and negatively on the athletes

they coach. It also teaches coaches how to critically assess their leadership behaviors in order to determine if they are working as intended or if they need to be changed.

The second part of the seminar will focus on conflict avoidance,

de-escalation, and resolution. With each passing year coaches are being asked to take on more leadership responsibilities for their team and athletes, including; having their decisions questioned by parents,

guardians, or other people supporting an athlete on the team. This

part of the seminar will teach coach’s techniques for how they can set reasonable expectations for athletes and their supporters upfront in

order to hopefully avoid future conflicts or tensions. It will also provide coaches with the tools to they need to de-escalate conflicts with these

Learn to Skate Program Learn to Skate is a beginning ice skating program that is chal-

lenging and rewarding - but most of all, fun. Participation in the program will enable beginning skaters of all ages and abilities to

learn the fundamentals of ice skating while teaching them the necessary skills that are used for their further skating advancement. Skate Rentals available for an additional $10 for each 4 week session, you must provide your own helmet.

Fridays, 6:40 p.m.-7:40 p.m.

September 10, 17, 24 & Oct. 1 October 8, 15, 22, 29 November 5, 12, 19, 26 Residents: $80 Non-residents: $90 Location: South Windsor Arena Instructor: South Windsor Arena Staff

same supporters, and afterward bring the situation to a peaceful and

amicable resolution where everywhere feels heard and is understanding and accepting of the outcome.

Location: Wapping Banquet Hall Date: Saturday, November 6th Time: 10:00a.m. – 12:00p.m.

Fee: FREE for all SWPRD Coaches Instructor: Matthew Raidbard

SWHS Ski and Snowboard Club & TEMS Ski and Snowboard Club RESIDENTS ONLY Stay tuned for more information regarding Ski and Snowboard

clubs this winter! We are doing our best to make these available to you this winter. We are currently waiting for more guidance from

the Department of Public Health. Your child’s safety is our upmost

importance at this time. Please be on the lookout for more information as it becomes available on our website.

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YOUTH & TEEN THEATRE PROGRAMS

Children’s Musical – Tut,Tut!

The Nutcracker Short and Suite (Ages 8 – Adult) The Connecticut Performing Arts Center is returning this season with their one-act Nutcracker Short and Suite!

This is a perfect introduction to the Classic Holiday favorite. The story

is condensed using a combination of various dance styles, dialogue, and narration to tell the story that follows Clara and the Nutcracker. All those who enroll will receive a part in the performance!

This year we plan to perform live and we will be adding more dancing

numbers and opportunities for performers this year. (If circumstances change, the performance will be live-streamed and recorded).

Visit ctperformingarts.com or contact support@ctperformingarts.com for audition instructions.

(Grades 3 – 6) TUT, TUT! is inspired by the life of “King Tut” (the 10-year old who

became King of Egypt) with a touch of Mark Twain’s “The Prince and the Pauper”. The story begins with a young Prince Tut who is bored

of the royal life, so he wanders into the streets of the city looking for

adventure. Suddenly he meets a peasant who looks just like him! They concoct a plan to trade places for three days. But when the King dies and Prince Tut must ascend the throne, their plan goes terribly awry.

This year we plan to perform live! (If circumstances change, the performance will be live-streamed and recorded).

Visit www.ctperformingarts.com or email support@ctperformingarts.

com for more info on auditions and more info on what to prepare, how to sign up for a time, etc.

Casting Sessions: Auditions: 9/10, 4:30 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Call-backs: 9/11, 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

Casting Sessions: Auditions: Friday, 9/10, 6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

Call-backs: Saturday, 9/11, 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Rehearsals: Fridays, 9/17-12/3 (NC 11/25), 4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m.

Rehearsals: Fridays, 9/17 & 9/24, 4:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Saturdays, 10/2 & 10/9, 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.

Wednesdays, 10/13 – 1/26 (NC 11/24 or 12/29), 7:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Dress Rehearsal: Saturday, 12/4, 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Dress Rehearsals: Saturdays, 1/8 – 1/29, 10:00 a.m. -12:30 p.m.

Performances Friday, 12/10, 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, 12/11, 7:00 p.m.

Performances: Friday, 2/4, 7:00 p.m.

Saturday, 2/5, 7:00 p.m.

Fee: $320

Fee: $430

Location: CT Performing Arts Center, 869 Sullivan Ave, Suite 9) *Dress Rehearsals and Performances to be held at Timothy Edwards Middle School (100 Arnold Way)

Location: CT Performing Arts Center (869 Sullivan Ave, Suite 9) *Dress Rehearsals and Performances to be held at Timothy Edwards Middle School (100 Arnold Way)

Instructors: CT Performing Arts Center Staff

Instructors: CT Performing Arts Center Staff

SPECIAL NEEDS Monday Night Social Club

(Ages 13 and up)

Middle and High School students and young adults from the

Special Needs Community can enjoy a variety of activities and field trips while meeting new friends in an informal, drop-in

program. Please call the Parks & Recreation Department for more information. Closed on major holidays.

Mondays, 6:00 p.m.-8:30 p.m. $3/person/night Location: SWCC Teen Center, Coordinator: Dan Rezende 21

ADULT PROGRAMS

Kripalu Yoga

MONTHLY IN-PERSON REGISTRATIONS

Kripalu Yoga is a moderate, mindful practice with unique breathing

Minimum # of students to hold an in-person class is 10. If en-

techniques. The classes are energetic and uplifting, but not difficult.This practice will stretch and strengthen and tone your body. But Kripa-

lu Yoga is not just an exercise. It is a healthier way of life physically,

mentally and emotionally. We invite you to join us and experience for yourself the wonderful, life-changing benefits of Kripalu Yoga!

We will be offering both in-person and virtual classes during September, October and November.

We will be offering both virtual and in-person classes by the month only. We hope to be able to offer sessions again in the future.

Instructors: Sydnie or Paul Coté All classes are 75 minutes in length.

MONTHLY VIRTUAL REGISTRATIONS SEPTEMBER TUES MORNING 9:30 AM: 3 classes $21.00 Location: Zoom TUES EVENING 6:00 PM: 3 classes $21.00 Location: Zoom (n/c Sept 7) WED EVENING 7:00 PM: 3 classes $21.00 Location: Zoom (n/c Sept 8) OCTOBER TUES MORNING 9:30 AM: 4 classes $28.00 Location: Zoom TUES EVENING 6:00 PM: 4 classes $28.00 Location: Zoom WED EVENING 7:00 PM: 4 classes $28.00 Location: Zoom NOVEMBER TUES MORNING 9:30 AM: 4 classes $28.00 Location: Zoom (n/c Nov 23) TUES EVENING 6:00 PM: 4 classes $28.00 Location: Zoom (n/c Nov 23) WED EVENING 7:00: 3 classes $21.00 Location: Zoom (n/c Nov 24)

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rollment is less than 10, students can switch to Zoom classes or withdraw from classes.

SEPTEMBER TUES MORNING 9:30 AM: 3 classes $27.00 Location: Gym (n/c Sept 7) TUES EVENING 6:00 PM: 3 classes $27.00 Location: Banquet Hall (n/c Sept 7) WED EVENING 7:00 PM: 3 classes $27.00 Location: Banquet Hall (n/c Sept 8) OCTOBER TUES MORNING Tues Morning 9:30 AM: 4 classes $36.00 Location: Gym TUES EVENING 6:00 PM: 4 classes $36.00 Location: Banquet Hall WED EVENING 7:00 PM: 4 classes $36.00 Location: Banquet Hall NOVEMBER TUES MORNING 9:30 AM: 4 classes $36.00 Location: Gym (n/c Nov 23) TUES EVENING 6:00 PM: 4 classes $36.00 Location: Banquet Hall (n/c Nov 23) WED EVENING 7:00: 3 classes $27.00 Location: Banquet Hall (n/c Nov 24)

Please register for the Fall Session no later than Friday, September 10, and earlier is better. Thank you.

CANCELLATIONS If an in-person class has to be canceled due to weather or other conditions, it will be held virtually via Zoom.

recreation.southwindsor.org NEW

Saturday Morning Virtual Fusion Yoga

Fusion Yoga is the name coined for combining different forms of yoga.

This 90-minute virtual class will be held twice monthly on Saturday mornings beginning October 16. It is a tune-up for your health and well-being and a great way to start your weekend. The class will combine great stretches from a chair; Kripalu breathing practices; standing leg strengthening and balancing movements using a chair for support if necessary; stretches targeting specific muscles where many people feel pain and stiffness; gentle yin yoga postures to stretch and condition the deep connective tissues for added flexibility; a guided relaxation; and an introduction to and practice of various methods of meditation.

OCTOBER 16 Saturday Morning Virtual Fusion Yoga, 9:00 AM: $8.00 Location: Zoom OCTOBER 23 Saturday Morning Virtual Fusion Yoga 9:00 AM: $8.00 Location: Zoom NOVEMBER 6 Saturday Morning Virtual Fusion Yoga 9:00 AM: $8.00 Location: Zoom NOVEMBER 20 Saturday Morning Virtual Fusion Yoga 9:00 AM: $8.00 Location: Zoom Instructor: Sydnie Coté Time: Saturday Morning 9:00 am to 10:30 am Cost: $8 per class Zoom Logon information will be sent out on the Friday prior to class to those registered

Creative Cardio-Aerobics with Body Sculpt (Ages 16+) A traditional aerobic fitness class providing a challenging total body workout set to energetic music that is sure to get your heart pumping and your body moving. This class provides stretching, cardiovascular endurance, strengthening and toning, with an additional 15 minutes of low weight strength training, focusing on strengthening the arms, back, shoulders and core muscles. Participants are asked to bring a set of hand-held weights between 1-5 lbs. Tested to have over 3,500 Fitbit steps per class! A great workout for all fitness levels.

Register for either in-person classes or by zoom.

Zoom Personal Meeting ID# 407 149 5311 Passcode: 2m4E2f In Person Location: Wapping Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m. Instructor Linda Hull September, $20.00 October, $20.00 November, $25.00 December, $10.00 N/C 12/21, 12/28 Thursdays, 6:00 p.m.-7:15 p.m. Instructor Linda Hull September, $25.00 October, $20.00 November, $15.00 N/C 11/25 December, $15.00 N/C 12/23, 12/30

Self Defense is Karate (Ages 15+) Did you ever wonder what you would do if you had to defend yourself or your family? There is no App you can download to replace personal readiness! Just like everything in life, you actually have to practice to

be effective at anything you do. With Kokondo Karate you will learn effective and practical self-defense. We will train for multiple attack-

ers, surprise attacks, grabs, pushes, weapons and learn take downs. We will deal with real life situations with candid discussion and realistic defenses that work.

In this ongoing, co-ed class we will be working with striking pads and

shields to practice your kicks and punches. During the hands-on training with your partner, we will work on grabs and take downs.

Nothing good comes easy, be prepared to work! We will do warm ups,

body conditioning, mobility drills, basic techniques, Kata's and stretches. For you and your partners' safety, keep excess jewelry at home and wear comfortable but durable clothing.

Peter J Dylag is a resident of South Windsor and started training with Kokondo Karate in 1989 directly under its founder Mr. Paul Arel and earned his 5th Degree Black Belt in 2013.

For more information visit: kokondo.org Students may try their 1st class for free.

Sundays, September – October 7:00-8:30 p.m., N/C (no class 9/5, 10/31) Location: Wapping Gym Residents: $30/month Non-residents: $35/ month Instructor: Peter Dylag

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ADULT ADULT PROGRAMS PROGRAMS Adult Volleyball

Men’s Adult Basketball League

South Windsor has a very active, full volleyball league. We typically host

Spend Sunday’s with your friends this winter, join our recreational basket-

organize two divisions, ‘A’ (more skilled and competitive) and ‘B’ (more

petitive) and ‘B’ (more recreational) Each team plays 12 regular season

20 men’s teams and 20 women’s teams October through mid April. We recreational, but still competitive). Each team plays 18 regular season

games. We finish the season with a single elimination tournament for the top eight teams in each division. This league is for residents and

non-residents 18 years and older. The league does not meet when Timothy Edwards Middle School is closed due to holidays, special events, or weather. Please be advised other dates may follow depending on school function schedule.

ball league! We organize two men’s divisions, ‘A’ (more skilled and com-

games early November to March. We finish the season with a single elimination tournament of the top eight teams in each division. This league

is for residents and non-residents 18 years and older. The league does not

meet when South Windsor High School is closed due to holidays, special

events, or weather. Please be advised other dates may follow depending on school function schedule.

Men’s League:

Sundays, 12:00p.m. – 10:00p.m., Team Fee $875 Location: South Windsor High School Gym or Ellsworth Gym

Tuesdays, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., Team Fee: $600 Location: Timothy Edwards Middle School Gyms

A $100 deposit will be required at the Captain’s meeting to reserve a team

Women’s League: Thursdays, 7:00 p.m. – 10:00 p.m., Team Fee: $600 Location: Timothy Edwards Middle School Gyms

A $100 deposit will be required at the Captain’s meeting to reserve a

team entry. This deposit goes towards the total team fee for the season and is nonrefundable after Thursday September 16th. Teams from the

entry. This deposit goes towards the total team fee for the season and is

nonrefundable after Thursday, October 7th. Teams from the 2019-2020

season will receive registration priority, any open spots will be decided by a lottery. If you are a new team looking to join the league, please register online under the program “New Basketball Team”.

Mandatory Preseason Captain’s Meeting:

2019-2020 season will receive registration priority, any open spots will

Thursday, October 7th at 6:30pm

please register online under the program “New Volleyball Team”. If

91 Ayers Road, South Windsor, CT

be decided by lottery. If you are a new team looking to join the league,

Wapping Parks and Recreation Facility,

you are an individual looking to get picked up by an established team,

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please register online under the program “Individual Volleyball Player Registration”.

Mandatory Preseason Captain’s Meeting: Thursday, September 9th Men’s League 6:30 p.m., Women’s League 7:30 p.m.

Wapping Parks and Recreation Facility (91 Ayers Road), Room 33.

South Windsor Community Band (Ages 18+) Open to all instrumentalists age 18 and up.

No audition is required.

For more information, please go to swband.org Thursdays, 6:30 p.m.-8:30 p.m $20/twice a year SWCommunityBand@hotmail.com 24

SAVE THE DATES • AND •

Join us in celebrating THE TOWN OF SOUTH WINDSOR'S 175TH ANNIVERSARY

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SATURDAY

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NEVERS ROAD PARK

Friday night firework kick off, Saturday festival & more!

F O R M O R E I N F O R M A T I O N VISIT OUR WEBSITE sites.google.com/view/southwindsor175anniversary/home FACEBOOK.COM/SW175TH

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SPECIAL EVENTS DOGGY DIPS at Veterans Memorial Park Sponsored by Camp Bow Wow TUESDAY, August 31 • FREE! Enter at VMP’s back gate!

• Lil’ Doggy Dip - 45 lbs. and under 4:00pm-5:30pm

• Big Doggy Dip- Over 45 lbs.

6:00p.m.-7:30p.m

Donations accepted for the T.R.A.C.S. Animal Shelter.

Bring your pooch for some fun and leash free swimming at the pool!

Dogs of all sizes with a current registration are welcome!! Pups must be 6

months or older. Dog registration tags or proof of registration is required.

Please note the times for different sized dogs!

For everyone’s safety, pet owners are responsible for managing their dog’s behavior. Aggressive pooches may be asked to leave. All participants attend at their own risk.

Sorry, only four legged swimmers allowed at this event!

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Gobble, gobble! Calling all little turkeys to our Annual Turkey Trot. Meet us at the South Windsor High School track and race your way for a chance to win a Turkey for your holiday feast. The winner of each age group is awarded with a gift certificate for their turkey and second and third place in each age group will win a turkey themed prize!

Pre- registration is required and space is limited.

Group Group Group Group

1: 2: 3: 4:

3yrs 5yrs 7yrs 9yrs

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4yrs at 11am – 100 yard dash 6yrs at 12pm – 100 yard dash 8yrs at 1pm – 1 lap 10yrs at 2pm – 1 lap

Each participant please bring a non-perishable food item to be donated to the South Windsor Food and Fuel Bank.

SPECIAL EVENTS THE WOOD’S 11TH ANNUAL

Holiday Gingerbread House Festival Celebrate “Happy Golden Days” and experience one of the largest gingerbread house festivals in New England.

The Wood Memorial Library & Museum’s 11th Annual Gingerbread House Festival opens Friday, November 26 and runs thru Saturday, December 19, 2021.

The Friends of Wood Memorial Library and Museum are celebrating their Golden Anniversary and invite you to celebrate “Happy Golden Days” with them this year at their 11th Annual Gingerbread House Festival. One of the largest gingerbread house festivals in New England opens Thanksgiving weekend and runs from Friday, November 26th thru Sunday, December 19th, 2021. Stroll past fairy tale houses and fantasy trains all covered with bright, colorful candy. Located on historic Old Main Street, the Wood Memorial Library provides the perfect holiday venue for showcasing the sugary artistic creations among sparkling lights and colorful decor.

Take a break from the hustle and bustle of the holiday season and gaze upon replicas of historical buildings alongside edible villages, all created by regional artisans and bakers, students and community members, expert and beginner alike. . Finally, don’t forget to stop by “Ye Olde Gingerbread Shoppe” for the opportunity to take home a bit of the magic with many holiday themed gifts and treats.

FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC! If you would like to enter your own gingerbread masterpiece in the show, we welcome all skill levels and there is no entry fee.

See website for details: www.woodmemoriallibrary.org The Wood Memorial Library & Museum is located at 783 Main Street, South Windsor, CT 06074. Festival hours are Thursdays and Fridays from 10am to 7pm; Saturdays and Sundays from 10am to 5pm. The library is closed Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays. For more information about the festival or how to enter your own gingerbread masterpiece visit www.woodmemoriallibrary.org.

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Upcoming Patriotic events at Veterans’ Memorial Park 575 Pleasant Valley Road

Veterans Day Ceremony Thursday, November 11, 2021 • 11:00am

Wreaths Across America Saturday, December 18, 2021 • 12:00pm

Paws in the Park October 9, 2021 9:30am-3:00pm Fairgrounds near Rye St. Park, 75 Brookfield St., South Windsor

Bring the dogs, bring the kids!

It’s the 17th annual Paws in the Park, sponsored by VCA Animal Hospital. There is something for everyone at this FREE event that benefits the Fidelco Guide Dog Foundation, South Windsor Bark Park, T.R.A.C.S (Tyler Regional Animal Care Shelter) and other local organizations, charities and groups. In 2019, we raised more than $15,000 for our great charities.

Paws in the Park, organized by the South Windsor Jaycees, has plenty of attractions for both our canine friends and kids of all ages. For our furry buddies, there are contests such as Best Costume, Best Kisser, and Musical Sit! All of our winners and participants will receive great prizes compliments of Camp Bow Wow. Celebrity judges will be on hand to help us pick out the best of the best. When your pups get tired stop at the doggie rest and water stations!

Have your dog’s photo taken, and enter our Facebook Cutest Dog contest, presented by South Windsor Veterinary Clinic.

In addition, there will be 20 shelters and rescues looking for homes for their pups!

We’ve even scheduled two adoption parades (10:30am and 1:15pm) for pups to show their stuff and try to find a forever home.

Check out the 14 food trucks, 200+ vendors, free kids’ attractions including, a bounce house sponsored by South Windsor Parks and Recreation, spin art sponsored by Leaps and Bones, a rally demonstration by Hartford Obedience Training, music, and magic shows throughout the day. Throughout the day there will also be a huge tea cup auction and silent auction filled with products and gift certificates from local businesses and restaurants.

For more Paws in the Park info, including the schedule of attractions, visit www.pawsintheparksw.org or RSVP to Paws in the Park event on Facebook.

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Thank You to Our Cooperating Sponsors:

Thank You to Our Presenting Sponsors: Charles Schwab South Windsor Integrated Rehabilitation Services Ion Bank Jays Landscaping Redheat Tavern South Windsor Community Women’s Club Wapping Fair

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SOUTH WINDSOR WALK & WHEEL WAYS

South Windsor

Walk & Wheel Ways Who are we?

The South Windsor Walk & Wheel Ways is a walking and

bicycling advocacy group comprised of town volunteers. As a

subcommittee of the town’s Park and Recreation Commission,

we will be celebrating our 14th anniversary in November 2021.

Our goal is to provide safe non-motorized passages for the

community by creating and expanding trails, multiuse trails, and sidewalks to connect neighborhoods, businesses, public

premises, and open spaces within our community and to other

towns. Anyone interested in helping promote safe ways to bike, hike, walk or run for recreation or transportation is welcome to

join South Windsor Walk & Wheel Ways. There are no fees or dues. The only criterion is your commitment to help promote and support their goals. We meet at 7:00 PM on the first

Wednesday of each month at the Wapping Parks & Recreation facility at 91 Ayers Road, South Windsor. Please stop by for a visit to see what we are all about or you can contact us at swwandww@cox.net.

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SOUTH WINDSOR WALK & WHEEL WAYS

South Windsor Crosstown Trail Exhibit at South Windsor’s 175th Anniversary Celebration

Looking for volunteers for the 4th Grade Bicycle Education Program If you enjoy riding your bike, spending time outdoors and

working with children eager to ride bikes, then join us this

fall in assisting students in mastering bicycle safety skills at

Saturday, September 18, 2021 Nevers Park 10:00pm-5:00pm

South Windsor’s elementary schools.

South Windsor Walk & Wheel Ways members will be show-

working one-on-one with a student, and riding in neigh-

Members of South Windsor Walk & Wheel Ways assist

the Physical Education Teachers with instruction in basic bicycle safety skills. Volunteers play many roles: spotters,

casing the proposed 6.2-mile SW Crosstown Trail on Saturday,

borhoods with the students to test out their new skills.

South Windsor’s 175th Anniversary Celebration. The trail is

helping all week, it’s all up to the volunteer. The 4th grade

September 18, 2021 from 10am to 5pm at Nevers Park at

currently in the design phase, and we will be looking for feedback from the community. All residents will benefit from the

trail as it will span the length of the town providing connectivity for transportation and recreation. Visit our booth to view

the preliminary plans, become an ambassador of the trail and find out how it will benefit you and our community!

Volunteer time can range from helping a single class to

bicycle education program is both fun and rewarding for volunteers and students. This fall we will be teaching at

Phillip R. Smith Elementary School on September 20th, 21st, 23rd, and 24th with a rain date of September 27th

and at Pleasant Valley Elementary School on October 1st, 4th, 5th, 7th, and 8th with a rain date of October 12th. To get involved, contact Ken Sek at kensek@cox.net.

Moonlight Walk Friday, November 19, 2021

Venture outside with SWW&WW for a moonlight trek

through Nevers Park. Meet at the Rotary Pavilion at 6:45PM for a cup of hot chocolate and a chance to stay warm around

the fire pit. The 1.5-mile walk begins at 7PM. Please bring a flashlight, family, and friends! Call the cancellation hotline if weather threatens at 860-648-6349.

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Bike Rack Locations Parks

Town Facilities

1 Veterans Memorial Park

11 Community Center

2 Nevers Park

12 South Windsor High School

One 3-hoop rack inside pool area.

One 3-hoop rack lower parking lot off Chief Ryan Way.

3 Little League Complex

One 3-hoop rack next to Snack Shack.

4 Rye Street Park

One 3-hoop rack near Snack Shack.

5 Michael Donnelly Preserve One 3-hoop rack

6 Wapping Park

One 3-hoop rack at parking lot.

Businesses

Three 3-hoop racks. Concert Area, Banana Republic, Clarks.

8 Stop & Shop Grocery Store One 4-hoop rack.

Two 3-hoop racks. Boundless Playground & Farmer’s Market

One 5-hoop rack.

One 5-hoop rack. Removed while new school is built.

One 5-hoop rack.

One 5-hoop rack.

One rolling rack

One 5-hoop rack.

One 5-hoop rack in front of Library

13 Philip R. Smith Elementary School 14 Timothy Edwards Middle School 15 Eli Terry Elementary School 16 Wood Memorial Library 17 Parks & Recreation Department 18 Town Hall/South Windsor Library Churches

9 Geissler’s Grocery Store

19 Wapping Community Church

10 Dairy Queen

20 St. Margaret Mary Church

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7 Evergreen Walk Shops

One 4-hoop rack.

One 4-hoop rack.

One 4-hoop rack.

One 3-hoop rack.

Enjoy Our Beautiful Parks

1. Lawrence Road Park:

7. Frank Niederwerfer Wildlife Sanctuary

Located on Lawrence Road in the northeast corner of town.

2. Linear Park:

Located at the end of Vibert Road on the banks of the CT River.

3. Little League Complex:

14 acre athletic complex at the corner of Ayers and Nevers Roads.

4. Michael Donnelly Preserve: 115.5 acres located on Sullivan Avenue.

117 town-owned acres adjoined by 42 acres of state land with access from Barber Hill and Niederwerfer Roads.

8. Rye Street Park: 161.5 acres located on Rye Street.

9. Veterans Memorial Park: 16.3 acres located on Pleasant Valley Road, west of the intersection with Ellington Road.

10. Wapping Park: 180 acres located on Clark Street.

5. Nevers Park:

137 acres located on the corner of Sand Hill and Nevers Road.

6. Oak Street Neighborhood Park:

MAP KEY

4.9 acres located on Oak Street.

PUBLIC SCHOOLS

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Ellsworth, BOE Eli Terry Elementary Wapping Parks & Recreation Facility South Windsor High School

E. Philip R. Smith Elementary F. New Orchard Hill Elementary G. Old Orchard Hill Elementary H. Timothy Edwards Middle School I. Pleasant Valley Elementary

PRIVATE GOLF COURSES i. Topstone ii. Willowbrook

DOG PARK PARKS

Lawrence Road Park:

Oak Street Neighborhood Park:

this 42.84 acre property is a work-in-progress and features passive

basketball court which seconds as an ice skating rink in the winter months.

Located on Lawrence Road in the northeast corner of town, opportunities for walking & hiking a 1+ mile trail system,

bird-watching, and fishing. Future plans include a playground, fishing dock, small open spaces and picnic groves.

Linear Park:

Located at the end of Vibert Road on the banks of the CT River this 1,500 foot long section of shoreline was created by the granting of easements

by local landowners and adjoins town-owned property with a public boat

launch for small craft. Visitors may be lucky enough to observe foxes, great

blue herons, kingfishers, rabbits, raccoons or ospreys. Limited public parking available. Please, no littering, hunting, or collecting allowed and remember to take only pictures and leave only footprints!

Little League Complex:

14 acre athletic complex at the corner of Ayers and Nevers Roads hosts 1 youth/women softball field; 3 little league baseball fields (one with

lights); 1 regulation baseball field; 2 outdoor batting cages; one enclosed batting cage; concession/restroom/storage building; and paved parking for 70 vehicles.

Michael Donnelly Preserve: 115.5 acres located on Sullivan Avenue, this conservation area established in

2002 includes two small parking lots, 2.1 miles of trails connecting the main entrance to the east on Sullivan Ave. to a secondary access point to the west side of the property on West Road, an observation/picnic gazebo, fishing pond stocked with blue gill and large mouth bass and lots of wildlife to

observe and enjoy from blinds provided on site. Please respect the resident wildlife and habitat and remember to take only pictures, leave only footprints!

Nevers Park:

137 acres located on the corner of Sand Hill and Nevers Road. Facilities

include the Community Center with parking for 152 cars; Rotary Pavilion

complete with kitchen and restrooms (available for rent); 2+ miles of hiking trails; softball area; 2 baseball fields (1, Rotary Field, with lights and a press box/concession/restroom facility); 1 Indoor Batting Facility with 2 tunnels;

4.9 acres located on Oak Street, this neighborhood park features a full-size There are no provisions for public parking.

Frank Niederwerfer Wildlife Sanctuary (formerly Pudim Property):

117 town-owned acres adjoined by 42 acres of state land with access from

Barber Hill and Niederwerfer Roads. Facilities include a hill for sledding,

cross country skiing and a wildlife sanctuary with 2.5 miles of marked trails.

Please respect the resident wildlife and habitat and remember to take only pictures, leave only footprints! Limited parking on Niederwerfer Road.

Rye Street Park:

161.5 acres located on Rye Street. Facilities include: 2 softball

fields (1with lights), playground; picnic areas; 4 tennis courts (one with practice wall); basketball court; 3 intermediate soccer fields;

1 regulation soccer field; 2 combination lacrosse/football field (1 with lights), a concession/storage/restroom facility, 4 mile mountain bike trail system and parking for 126 vehicles.

Veterans Memorial Park:

16.3 acres located on Pleasant Valley Road, west of the intersection

with Ellington Road. This seasonal facility includes: a large recreational

pool with zero depth and stair entries, and a diving well; an 8 lane, 25 yard competitive pool with handicap lift; a toddler pool with zero depth entry and a maximum 2.5 foot depth; picnic tables; grills; concession

stand providing a variety of beverages and snacks; ample restrooms; drinking fountains; showers; basketball court and open play field.

Ample public parking.

Wapping Park: 180 acres located on Clark Street. A 2.5 mile trail system with bridges,

boardwalks and bird blinds takes hikers through open meadows, pine and hardwood forests, shallow marshes, vernal pools and the Podunk River.

Public parking available off Clark Street. Please respect the resident wildlife and habitat and remember to take only pictures, leave only footprints!

2 horseshoe pits; sand volleyball court; 3 regulation soccer/lacrosse fields and 1 junior soccer field; Team Building & Leadership Center outdoor ropes

course, the 20,000 square foot “My Friend’s Place” Boundless Playground,

and the “Chief Gary K. Tyler Memorial Bark Park” – fully enclosed 1.1 acre off-leash exercise area for canines – complete with a 30,000 square foot area

for large dogs and a separate area for small dogs with another 18,000 square feet, water fountains, benches, obstacles and lights allowing evening use up until 9pm.

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Hosting a Party?

Looking for a place to have a Birthday Party, Graduation Party, Baby or Bridal Shower, or Family Reunion?

Host your party without the hassle of cleaning up the house prior to and after the party.

The Nevers Park Rotary Pavilion

Wapping Parks and Recreation Facility

Available from May 1st to Mid-October.

Available on: Weekdays, 12:00pm to 8:00pm Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00am to 8:00pm

Friday: 6pm-10pm Saturday: 9am-10pm Sunday: 9am-10pm

Fees Weekday Weekend

Business weekday Business weekend Non-Profit

Resident Non-resident $100 $200 $400 $600 $100 $200 $400 $600 $150 $200

Plenty of parking available!

Rental times include setup and breakdown.

Room 33

Accommodates 40-60 people $50/hour with a minimum of 2 hours *non-resident fee of $100 for each rental*

Veterans Memorial Park Rotary Pavilion

Banquet Hall

Available from May 1st to Mid-October.

Available on: Weekdays, 12:00pm to 8:00pm Saturdays and Sundays from 8:00am to 8:00pm

Kitchen available as an add-on option for the Banquet Hall only. $100 flat rate

Accommodates 60-100 people $100/hour with a minimum of 2 hours

*additional fee for access to the pool during normal pool season and hours.

Fees Weekday Weekend

Business weekday Business weekend Non-Profit

Resident Non-resident $100 $200 $400 $600 $100 $200 $400 $600 $150 $200

Call us at 860-648-6355 for more information and to check availability!

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