DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE Molly Keays Director of Parks & Recreation
Wow, what a busy and fun summer in the 06074!! We hope that everyone enjoyed the variety of opportunities we offered to the community to recreate. We had a blast meeting new residents and seeing familiar faces enjoy the live music at the concerts, swimming at VMP, supporting the Farmers’ Market, and attending our programs. By the time this magazine arrives in your mailboxes, we will be winding down our summer programs and preparing to offer a fun-filled year of programs and events. This year, we are bringing back our traditional programs and adding some new ones to accommodate the changing needs of our community. Some of the new offerings include: new adult and teen fitness classes, additional open gym time for a variety of sports, and we will also be bringing back the Poker Ryed on September 17, located on our mountain bike trails at Rye Street Park.
Notable highlights in the 06074!
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Our Farmers’ Market has grown immensely during the second season! We have more vendors, a variety of themes and activities, and made improvements to the property to enhance the space. Driving by the property, you will notice a beautiful new sign at the entrance to the market. The market season will happen every Saturday from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. through October 8.
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Rye Street Park has eight new pickleball courts that were installed this summer by our parks crew and Hinding Tennis. Pickleball has become a massive sport in our community, and we are happy to have a dedicated space for these players to recreate! Look out for lessons and leagues this Spring.
