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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ 860-446-4128
ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
Mayor
Deputy Mayor
Marian K. Galbraith
William Jervis
City Council
Lawrence Gerrish
Jay Dempsey
Stephen Sheffield
Keith Hedrick
Andrew Ilvento
Registration Policy
Registration is required for all programs. If the
class does not reach its minimum enrollment, it
will be cancelled. The Recreation Department
reserves the right to cancel any program.
Participants will be notified of all cancellations.
Full payment of fees on all activities and classes
must be made at the time of registration. Checks
are payable to the “City of Groton.”
Refund Policy
Parks and Recreation Department Staff
Director:
Mary K. Hill
Admin Assist:
Valerie Koschmieder
Department Telephone Numbers
Recreation Office: 860-446-4128
Fax:
860-446-4109
Email:
[email protected]
Beach and Parks Committee
Alfred Restivo, Chairperson
Barbara A. Teehan
Edith Williams
Karen Griswold
Gail Kelly
Mary Pratt
Scott Nadeau
Linda Schneider
The Commission meets the second Wednesday of
each month at 7:00 pm at the City Municipal
Building in Room C-8
Office Location
City of Groton, Municipal Building
295 Meridian St. Groton, CT 06340
Visit us on the Web:
cityofgroton.recdesk.com
If the Recreation Department cancels a program/
class, a refund will be given. Credit card
convenience fees are non-refundable. If a
session is cancelled due to weather or other
problems, an effort will be made to schedule a
make-up session. If a make-up session cannot be
scheduled, no partial refund will be made.
Program cancellations due to weather conditions
will be announced on Channels 3, 4, 6 & 8, 105.5,
104.7, 102.3 FM & 980 AM, or the individual may
call the Recreation Department at 446-4128.
Evening activities will be cancelled by 3:00 pm.
Whenever Groton schools is cancelled or
closed early, programs will be cancelled.
LOCAL CONTACT NUMBERS
Groton Little League
Doug Dickey
860-235-5824
(Baseball & Softball)
[email protected]
Groton Mystic
Youth Football
League
[email protected]
Cheerleading
[email protected]
Groton Soccer Club
Groton/Mystic
Lacrosse
City of Groton
Babe Ruth
Tom Taber
860-908-6566
John Casey
860-235-6532
Fred Hidalgo
860-625-4062
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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ 295 Meridian St
Brochure Contents
Target
Activity / Event
Day of the week
Beginning Date Page
#
Youth
Babysitting Certification
Saturday
March 14
11
Youth
Karate Spring Session I
Tuesday
March 31
4
Youth
Freeplay Music
Wednesday
April 1
5
Youth
Girls Creative Writing
Wednesday
April 1
5
Youth
Easter Egg Hunt
Saturday
April 4
6
Youth
Youth Golf Lessons
Saturday or Sunday
April 11
4
Youth
Playtime Adventure
Sunday
April 19
12
Youth
Soccer-Technical Skills Center
Sunday
April 19
12
Youth
Spring Tennis
Monday, Wednesday April 20
10
Youth
Summer Tennis Lessons
Monday-Thursday
June 22
10
Youth
Summer Playground
Monday-Friday
June 22
14
Youth
Art Truck
Days vary
June 23
11
Youth
Sun, Sand and Stories
Thursday
July 2
9
Adults
Zumba
Monday & Wed
March 2
6
Adults
Adult Golf Lessons
Days vary
April 1
4
Adults
Women Only Golf Lessons
Days vary
May 5
4
Adults
Adult Tennis
Tuesday & Thurs
June 23
10
Everyone
Yankee Stadium Bus Trip
Saturday
April 11
7
Everyone
Central Park Bus Trip
Saturday
May 16
7
Everyone
Eastern Point Artisan Craft Show
Saturday
June 6
8
Special Thanks to
Everyone
Eastern Point Beach OPENS
Saturday
June 13
9
our Sponsors:
Everyone
Concerts in the Park
Friday
June 19
10
Everyone
Summer Cabaret at EP Beach
Sunday
June 21
9
Everyone
Summer Yoga
Tuesday
July 1
5
Everyone
Arts on Groton Bank
Saturday
July 18
8
Everyone
Movies in the Park
Saturday
July 25
11
Everyone
City of Groton Day
Friday
August 7
6
Everyone
Thames Street Block Party
Sunday
September 13
8
Groton Utilities,
Thames Valley
Communications,
Pine Island Marina
& Groton Towers.
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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ 860-446-4128
KARATE
Program will be offered to boys and girls and will run in five week sessions. The kids will learn Concentration,
Self-Confidence, and Listening Skills while practicing the art of modern and traditional Tai Kwon Do.
Through drills, students will; earn respect, manners, self-defense (Stranger Danger), and improved fitness.
This is an introductory program and uniforms are not required for the first 5 weeks.
All classes are taught by Bob Chester, a 6th degree Black belt.
Session :Spring I
When: Tuesdays, March 31 – May 5, 2015 (no class April 14 due to school vacation)
Session: Spring II
When: Tuesdays, May 12 – June 09, 2015
Where: West Side Middle School, 250 Brandegee Ave, Groton
Ages & Time: 5-7 year olds
Ages & Time: 8-12 year olds
Ages & Time: 13 & Older
6:30 pm—7:00 pm
7:00 pm—7:45 pm
7:45 pm—8:30 pm
Fee: $30.00
Fee: $40.00
Fee: $40.00
GOLF LESSONS at Great Brook Golf Center
Chris Hedden promotes a fun and relaxed learning environment. He will cover the following fundamentals: grip, stance, posture,
backswing, follow-through, sand shots, downswing, chipping, putting, equipment information, and golf etiquette.
ADULT GOLF LESSONS
YOUTH GOLF LESSONS
Ages: 8 – 15
Session I:
Wed, April 1-April 29
6-7 pm
Session I:
Sat, April 11-May 9
10-11 am
Session II:
Mon, April 13 -May 11
10-11 am
Session II:
Sun, April 12-May 10
10-11 am
Session III:
Mon, April 13–May 11
6-7 pm
Session III:
Sat, May 30-June 27
10-11 am
Session IV:
Thurs, May 7– June 4
6-7 pm
Session IV:
Sun, May 31- June 28
10-11 am
Session V:
Mon, June 1– June 29
6-7 pm
Session V:
Sat, July 11– Aug. 8
11-Noon
Session VI:
Wed, June 3– July 1
6-7 pm
Session VI:
Sun, July 12– Aug. 9
11-Noon
Session VII:
Tues, Sept. 1– Sept. 29
6-7 pm
Session VII:
Sat, Sept. 12– Oct. 10
11-Noon
Session VIII:
Mon, Sept. 14—Oct. 12
6-7 pm
Session VII:
Sun, Sept. 13– Oct. 11
11-Noon
Fee:
Residents $125
Non-Residents $140
Participants will need the following equipment: A 3 wood, 7 iron, pitching wedge, and a putter. If you do not have clubs, equipment is
available. Each student must purchase a basket of balls for each lesson.
WOMEN ONLY
A calm, relaxing instruction class for women of all abilities. Grab a friend and enjoy!
Session I: Tuesdays, May 5-June 2, 2015
Session II: Thursdays, May 7-June 4, 2015
Session III: Mondays, June 1-June 29, 2015
Session IV: Mondays, Sept. 14-Oct. 12, 2015
Fee: Residents: $125
Non-residents: $140
6-7 pm
10-11 am
10-11 am
5-6 pm
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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ Register Online
SUMMER YOGA
Girls Creative Writing
With Author, Fiona Barnes
Women Write is an exploratory writing class for young
women. Enjoy exercises designed to look inside yourself
and encourage creative writing in a beautiful setting.
Time: 4:45-5:30
Ages: Women & young girls 14—up.
Minimum 3, maximum 10.
8:30-9:45 AM
Wake up and energize your day with Beach Yoga.
Through guided meditations, fluid movement and gentle yoga
poses your body, mind and spirit will feel restored and
revitalized.
Bring: large beach blanket, towel, hat, water, sunscreen.
Optional: beach umbrella, bathing suit
Location: Eastern Point Beach
Writing & A Snack is a class designed to lead younger
girls in their love of writing. Notebooks will be provided
so students may refer back to each prompt or exercise
for years to come.
Time: 5:45-6:30
Ages: Girls, 9-14
Dates for both: Wed, April 1-June 10
Fee: $10.00
Location classes:
Zbierski House, 3 Beach Pond Rd, Groton
Freeplay
Music
This program is
designed to create a fun, creatively-free environment
for children to come and play the guitar, keyboard and
zither the way they want to, without the intimidating
structure of formal instrument lessons. It will open the
minds and hearts of children to their natural love of
music by letting them experiment with the instruments
and learn for themselves how they feel and sound.
Guitars, keyboard and zither will be provided.
Session 6:
Time:
Location:
Ages:
Fee:
Morning Beach Yoga
Wed, April 1-June 10 (no class 4/15)
5:45—6:15 pm
Zbierski House, 3 Beach Pond Rd, Grt
5 years old and older
$35.00 per student (limited to 7)
** This is NOT considered formal lessons.
Sunset Yoga
6:00-7:15 PM
Enjoy a peaceful ending to the day while you strengthen,
release and balance under an open sky. Guided meditations
will help nourish the senses, relax the body and melt away
tension and anxiety.
Bring: Large beach blanket, towel, water,
and light jacket
Location: Avery Point Lawn
(behind the library by the Tree)
Session One: Tuesdays, June 30-July 21
Session Two: Tuesdays, July 28—Aug. 18
Cost: $48. per class/per session
Min.6 - Max. 25 students
All levels and ages are welcome.
No yoga experience needed.
Teacher: Pamala Lewis B.S. Physical Education, M.F.A. in
Dance, certified in Yoga instruction and in
the Trager Approach
HELP SUPPORT THE
FRIENDS OF THE ZBIERSKI HOUSE
Make a donation of
$25.oo or more
towards the
beautification of the
interior of the Z House
and as a THANK YOU
for your donation you
will receive this magnet to proudly display.
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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ 295 Meridian St
Earth Day
Saturday, April 25, 2015
Join us at Washington Park
at 10:00 am
to help beautify our park.
Meet at Pavilion 5
Together we can make a difference!
Zumba
in the Auditorium of
the Groton City Municipal Building
Mondays & Wednesdays
5:00-6:00 pm. beginning March 2nd!
5:00 pm at Washington Park
The City of Groton puts on the
Annual City of Groton Day for residents of all ages.
Award presentations and live music provide
entertainment for the family and picnickers.
For the children, there will be contests, prizes,
moonwalk, rock climbing wall, photo booth,
Big Daddy Racing, face painting and
special entertainment.
Great way to spend a summer evening.
Don’t miss this fun family event!
Hamburgers ~ Hotdogs ~ Chips ~ Soda / Water
Mondays— Zumba Sentao
Wednesdays—Zumba Fitness
COST: $45.00 for 8-classes OR
$6.00 per class drop-in rate
Mix & match days to get your 8 classes. Zumba will be
ongoing and will begin on Monday, March 2, 2015.
Zumba Sentao uses a chair to provide strength and resistance
training. Mondays class focus may rotate periodically.
Pre-registering is preferred but is not necessary. Punch cards
will be provided.
Open to everyone ages 13 and older, regardless of residency.
295 Meridian Street, Groton, CT
The City of Groton Parks and Recreation is looking to expand
its programming. If you or someone you know would like to
offer a parks & recreation program, please submit a proposal
to the Director of Parks and Recreation, City of Groton,
295 Meridian St, Groton, CT 06340.
The proposal should include the type of program, fee charged,
age limits and what type of space is needed.
CITY OF GROTON
ANNUAL EASTER
EGG HUNT
For children 2-12
When: April 4, 2015
Where: City of Groton Municipal Building front lawn,
295 Meridian Street
Time: 10 am sharp
Besides hunting for eggs, the Easter Bunny and
McGruff will be on hand for photo opts!
(camera/pictures not provided)
For further information please call the
office at 860-446-4128
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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ BUS TRIPS
NY Yankees vs Boston Red Sox Baseball Game at Yankee Stadium
Saturday, April 11, 2015
Departing at 8:30 am in a luxury coach bus. You will arrive approximately 60-90 minutes prior
to the game so you can explore the stadium, including Monument Park!
Game begins at 1:00 pm and we should arrive back home about 7:30 pm. Terrace level seating.
Includes Bus Transportation, leaving directly from the City Municipal Building, 295 Meridian St.
COST: $105.00 per person
*** This will sell out quickly! Deadline: Monday, March 02, 2015
Open to City Resident & Non-Resident.
Central Park and Central Park Zoo
Saturday, May 16, 2015
Bus Trip includes admission to Central Park Zoo,
Total Experience tickets
(Includes the main zoo, Tisch Children’s Zoo, and entry to the 4-D Theater)
and transportation costs. You will have plenty of time to explore beautiful Central Park and all it has
to offer such as the Conservatory Garden, Belvedere Castle, Huddlestone Arch and the Mall area,
a wonderful place for a nature walk!
If you want to explore NY outside of Central Park you will have that freedom as well.
Bus departs at 8:00 am from the City Municipal Building, 295 Meridian St, Groton. Arriving about
10:00. Zoo opens at 10:00 am.
Bus to depart Central Park at 5:00 pm and will arrive back to Groton about 7:30 pm.
Cost: $55 for Adults (13 – 64)
$52 for Seniors (65 & above)
Deadline: Friday, April 24, 2015
Open to City Resident & Non-Resident.
$50 for Children (3-12)
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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ 860-446-4128
City of Groton’s
Anytime Challenge,
S.E.C.T. Park Race
Scavenger Hunt at
Eastern Point Beach!
Locate items on the
beach grounds to spell
out the word BEACH.
For example, an item
such as ball, boy, bathing
suit, bench...count as
your item for B.
Take a picture of you and
all your items to put in
your passport as proof of
completion.
Daily parking rates, or
season pass is needed to
enter beach during
official beach season
from 8 am—6 pm daily.
Gate house closes at 6
pm.
EASTERN POINT ARTISAN CRAFT SHOW & FAIR
Saturday, June 6
from 9am-3pm at Eastern Point Beach
ARTS ON GROTON BANK
Saturday, July 18
from 10am–4pm on the grounds of Bill Memorial Library
THAMES STREET BLOCK PARTY
Sunday, September 13
from 11am-4pm on Thames Street in the City’s Historic District
Visit www.summerinthecitygroton.com for full event and activity listings!
facebook.com/sitcgroton
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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ Eastern Pt Beach
EASTERN POINT BEACH
A recreational facility for the use and enjoyment of City of Groton residents,
non-resident taxpayers, and others.
OFFICIAL BEACH SEASON
Saturday, June 13, 2015 to September 7, 2015 (Labor Day)
SEASON PASSES
are ONLY sold at the City Municipal Building
SEASONAL RATES
(Vehicle registration is needed to purchase a pass)
Saturday, May 2nd—June 13th
Monday – Friday:
4:00 – 7:30 pm
Saturdays:
9:00 am – 2:00 pm
City Residents/
City Taxpayers 62 years old and older*
$10.00
Monday, June 15, 2015—End of season
Monday – Friday:
8 am – 4:15 pm
City Resident/City Taxpayer
$30.00
Non-resident 62 years old and older*
$45.00
Non-resident
$65.00
Don’t forget to redeem your gift certificate towards pass!
* To be eligible for this rate, an individual must be 62 on or before Labor Day.
DAILY PARKING
WALK-INS
For Residents and Non-residents without season
passes per vehicle:
$15 weekdays
$25 weekends and holidays
$30 Special Events that affect the Beach parking
SUN, SAND, and
STORIES
Held at Eastern Point Beach
this free program is
geared toward the
elementary school child.
The program will be held on
Thursdays at 10:30 am
at Eastern Point Beach
from July 2– August 6, 2015.
Inclement weather
cancels program.
(Beach pass required for
entrance to the beach or you may
pay the daily fee)
City Residents with ID
FREE
ALL children 17 and under
FREE
Non-Residents, 18 and older
$5.00
WALK-IN GUEST PASS available to City Residents ONLY
4 walk-ins (use by renters, guests, family of city res) $30.00
SUMMER CABARET
AT EASTERN POINT BEACH
Come out and enjoy this FREE summertime concert series
at everyone’s favorite beach! Bring your chair and enjoy the
beautiful views and wonderful music.
Snack bar is open until 8:00 pm for your convenience!
Sunday, June 21 at 6:00 pm
Sunday, July 19 at 6:00 pm
Sunday, August 16 at 6:00 pm
Check our website as it gets closer for a complete listing of bands.
cityofgroton.recdesk.com
** Gate is closed at 6, no beach sticker required to enter AFTER 6:00 pm.
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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ 860-446-4128
SPRING TENNIS PROGRAM
SUMMER TENNIS LESSONS
This Tennis Program will be fundamental-based and as
the weeks progress, new aspects of tennis will be
introduced and practiced. This program is open to
Youth aged 8-12 years, the Teen Clinic for Middle and
High school students, and the Adult Clinic.
This is an 8 week program.
It’s TENNIS TIME at Washington Park! We have a great
summer season of tennis, featuring a variety of programs
and events geared to children of all ages.
The clinics will run from April 20 - June 13, 2015.
Tiny Tots Clinic
Youth/Teen Clinic (8 years and older)
10-10:30 am
Mondays and Wednesdays
Junior Clinic I
5:00-6:00 pm
Adult Clinic
Mondays and Wednesdays
6:00-7:30 pm
Fee:
Youth /Teens: Residents--$40 Non-Residents--$55
Adults:
Residents--$55 Non-Residents--$70
Adult Tennis Program
This addition to our summer program will be offered to
Beginners, Intermediates, and Advanced players. There
will be two (2) four week sessions to be held on
The clinics run from June 24 – August 13, 2015.
They meet Monday - Thursday. (Rain days - Fridays)
Ages 4 & 5
Ages 6-9
For beginner and intermediate players
8:30-9:15 am
Junior Clinic II
Ages 10-12
For beginner and intermediate players
9:15 -10 am
Teen Clinic
Ages 13-18
For beginner / intermediate/ and advanced players
10:30 am- 12:00 pm
Junior and Teen Clinics will emphasize hand-eye
coordination, motor skills, and the basic strokes of the
game.
Fee: $40.00 for the 8 week program (Non-residents $55)
Tuesdays and Thursdays.
Session I:
June 23-July 16, 2015
5:30-7:30 pm
Session II:
July 21-August 13, 2015
5:30-7:30 pm
Fee:
$55.00 per 4 week session
Non-Residents $70.00 per 4 week session
All concerts are held on Fridays,
6:30 pm at Washington Park
June 19
The Cartells
June 26
Come Hear the Music Play!
July 3
Rock and Soul Revue
July 10
Special 20
July 17
Coastline Swing
July 24
Come Hear the Music Play!
July 31
Come Hear the Music Play!
Concert Hot Line 860 -446-4129
Rain Dates: 8/14 & 8/21/15
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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ 295 Meridian St
Babysitting Certification Class
Gives teenagers the skills to manage whatever may come up while babysitting.
You’ll learn how to:
 Care for babies and kids up to 10 years old
 Make playtime fun with age-appropriate games
 Manage your babysitting business
Choice of Dates:
 Keep the kids and yourself safe
 Handle a wide variety of emergencies
 Basic First Aid
Saturday, March 14, 2015 OR Saturday, April 25, 2015
Time: 9:00-4:00 (bring a bag lunch)
Ages: 11-15 year olds
Place: Zbierski House at Eastern Point Beach, 3 Beach Pond Rd, Groton
Fee: $45.00 per person
Limit: 15 students
Saturday, July 25
Saturday, August 22
Visit the Art Truck this summer while it makes stops around
Groton. The Art Truck provides a hands-on activity inside their
mobile art studio. Art-tenders (artists trained to nurture your
creativity) are provided, as are all supplies!
Tuesday, June 23
1-3
at Bill Memorial Library
Tuesday, June 30
10-12
at Branford Manor
At Washington Park
Friday, July 10
10-12
at Eastern Point Beach
155 Meridian St, Groton
Friday, July 24
10-12
at Eastern Point Beach
Movies start at dark.
Tuesday, July 28
10-2
at Branford Manor
Tuesday, August 4
10-12
at Bill Memorial Library
Super Hero Photo Shoot
Friday, August 7
Wed, August 19
5-8:30
10-12
at Groton City Day,
Washington Park
at Branford Manor Picnic
FREE OF CHARGE for children up to age 15
Check our website and City Facebook for
movie titles as the dates get closer!
cityofgroton.recdesk.com
The Art Truck and
Movies in the Park are drop-in events,
no need to register.
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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ 295 Meridian St
Playtime Adventure is an
activity program for
3-5 year olds that combines
physical learning with fun
and imagination, providing a
foundation for an active
lifestyle.
UK International Soccer presents our Technical Skills
Your child will improve their physical motor-skills for all
sports, as they accompany Team Adventure and
complete action tasks in Adventure Land!
Parents help to play a part in their child's storybook
adventure and the activity storybook allows you to
continue the fun at home.
committed to child development.
When: Sundays, April 19-June 14, 2015
(no program Memorial Day Weekend)
When: Sundays, April 19-June 14, 2015
Time:
1:00pm – 1:50 pm
Location: Washington Park Field #1 (Large Softball Field)
Ages:
3-5 year olds (5 yr olds with no previous soccer)
Parents meeting:
April 9, 2015 at 6:00 City of Groton Municipal Building
Center for 5-8 year olds. It centers on improving
fundamental soccer skills in a
positive, developmentally friendly
environment. Training is delivered by
our professional and certified staff
Each session provides a structured
approach to learning a skill and
developing it to game related play.
(no program Memorial Day Weekend)
Time:
2:15 pm – 3:45 pm
Location: Washington Park Field #1 (Large Softball Field)
Ages:
5-8 year olds
Fee:
$60.00
Learn more about their program at www.uksocca.com
Fee:
$50.00
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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ Rentals
Also available to rent
for events
Zbierski House
at Eastern Point Beach,
with breathtaking
views of Long Island
Sound!
Small Pavilion (25-30 ppl)
$25 for 4-hrs for City Resident
$50 for 4-hrs for Non-Resident
Large Pavilion (70-75 ppl)
$50 for 4-hrs for City Resident
$100 for 4-hrs for Non-Resident
*** Business rates differ.
Call 860-446-4128 for reservations.
10 % Military
Discount
Available!
155 Meridian St
in Groton
3 Beach Pond Rd, Groton
House holds 50 people.
City of Groton residents or non-resident taxpayers
$25.00 per hour
Non-residents
$50.00 per hour
$100.00 security deposit (refundable)
*** Business rates differ.
Tables and chairs for 50 are included. Limited kitchen on
premise. Additional parking fees apply during open beach
season.
Visit cityofgroton.recdesk.com for further details.
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City of Groton, Parks and Recreation ~ Summer 2015
SUMMER PLAYGROUND
The 2015 Summer Playground Program is offered to
children ages 4*-14. This program is designed to fill the
youth’s leisure time and expose them to activities that
will develop skills, self-esteem, character, as well as
physical abilities. Breakfast & Lunch are included .
Dates: Wednesday, June 24—Friday, August 14, 2015
(Start date may change due to school snow days)
Times: 8:30-11:30 am for *4 & 5 year old program
8:30- 3:00 pm for 6-14 year old program
Ages: 4-14
Locations: Washington Park on Park Avenue OR
West Side Middle School on Brandegee Avenue
(Location choice is up to the parents of the child--Please note on registration which site your child will attend)
*Children must be four years of age by August 1, 2015
Eligibility: **Children of the City of Groton residents and
non-resident taxpayers. **Non-Resident fees available
4 & 5 YEAR OLD PROGRAM
Minnows
6-11 YEAR OLD PROGRAM
Snappers
Piranhas
Marlins
(6-7 Years)
(8-9 Years)
(10-11 Years)
This program will run from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm. Arts,
crafts, dramatic and creative exercises, group activities,
field trips will be offered. Story time, world outreach and
similar activities will also be incorporated. All groups will
be supervised during lunch. Due to insurance restrictions,
the staff must not leave the park to pick up lunches for the
children, so please plan accordingly.
Breakfast and lunch are provided at no cost.
There will be an additional entrance fee for some trips.
Please register your child by using the group name on the
registration form.
Fee:
$150.00 City Resident / $200.00 Non-Resident
12-14 YEAR OLD PROGRAM
Barracudas
This program has been designed to offer our 12-14 year
olds the opportunity to explore new venues and to develop
new skills that will help them to move onto the next level
of development. The program will emphasize teamwork,
community service, building friendships, and developing
new and useful life skills in a safe and enjoyable summer
environment. The participants in this program will also
have the opportunity to engage in additional off-site
adventures. Breakfast and lunch are provided at no cost.
There will be an additional entrance fee for some trips.
This program will
run from 8:30 am
until 11:30 am.
Activities will
include arts and
crafts, group
activities, story
NEW THIS YEAR: Red Cross Certified Babysitter Training
time, songs, snack time, and field trips. Breakfast is
provided at no cost. There will be an additional entrance will be an additional component offered to this age group!
fee for some trips.
Fee: $175.00 City Resident / $225.00 Non-Resident
Fee: $80.00 City Resident / $130.00 Non-Resident
BILL MEMORIAL LIBRARY
SUMMER READING
at Bill Memorial library is for grades 1-12 and will begin on
Tuesday, June 23, 2015 – August 11, 2015.
The theme this year is Every Hero Has a Story!
This program runs during regular library hours. The kickoff program on Tuesday,
June 23rd at 1:00 pm will feature our local community heroes!
SUMMER TIME STORY TIME
at Bill Memorial Library is a drop-in outdoor program that runs on Tuesdays
beginning July 7– August 11, 2015. This program begins at 10:30 am. In case of
inclement weather the program takes place inside in the Children’s Room.
PLAYGROUND RAINY DAYS
If it is raining or
threatening to
rain before playground starts,
the Washington Park site will
relocate to the West Side Middle
School site. West Side Middle
School site will meet rain or
shine and will be the designated
rain site for the 2015 season.
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City of Groton
295 Meridian St
Groton, CT