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Nathanael B. Greene Nathanael B. Greene Community CenterCommunity Center

32 Church Street32 Church Street Guilford, CT 06437Guilford, CT 06437

(203) 453 (203) 453 -- 80688068

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DIRECTOR’S MESSAGE This brochure combines spring and summer so people may plan ahead for sum-mer activities. There are many opportunities for fitness, sports camps, swim lessons, day camps, social activities, & special events for all age groups. New programs include: Savy Shopping - Couponing, Limelite Dance Programs, Survivor Yoga, DoSo Dance and Pee Wee Wiffleball!

Our Adult Sports Leagues are back! We are offering Men’s and Women’s Basket-ball Leagues, Co-Ed Softball and a Cornhole League.

We are offering April vacation trips, Earthfest & Clean Up Day; including a touch a truck event, the annual Fireworks & Community Picnic and the Summer Concert Se-ries.

A new platform at Jacobs Beach with a temporary tent will provide more shade and will be available for rental.

The 18 hole disc golf course at Bittner Park is expected to be completed by Summer! We are excited about this new recreational commodity that will offer no-cost opportunities for residents to enjoy walking through the woods, while having fun playing this up-and-coming sport.

The Parks and Recreation Commission and Staff appreciate the support from the community and we are excited about our upcoming programs & events to continue to help enhance the sense of community.

Sincerely,

Rick Maynard, Parks and Recreation Director

Preschool Programs……….Pg. 3 Preschool/Youth………… Pg. 4-5,9 Gymnastics Programs…………Pg. 6 LimeLite Dance/Doso Music…Pg. 7 Specialty Camps………………Pg. 10 Special Events…….Pg.11,12,22,26 Golf/Disc Golf Course…..Pg. 8

Summer Day Camps……Pg. 13-15 Swim lessons………………… Pg. 16 Fitness Programs….……Pg. 18-19 Adult Programs……….…Pg. 20-21 Active Adults 55+…..Pg. 23-24 Beach Passes/Info………...Pg. 25 Staff/Dept. Info……….Pg. 27-28

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PRESCHOOL PROGRAMS Note: Classes highlighted in blue contain summer session information

TWO’S WITHOUT YOU (AGES 2 - 3)

Date: April 22 - June 13 Day: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday OR Thursday Time: 9:30 a.m - 11:30 a.m. No Class Dates: May 27 Program #: 26119 Location: Community Center Instructor: Andrea Schmidt Fee: $110 for Mondays $120 for Tuesdays, Wednesdays or Thursdays OR $440 for all 4 Children will have learning circle, an art or science project, indoor/outdoor play, music and stories. We encourage social growth and fine motor skills with colors, shapes and name recognition. Please bring a snack (no peanut products). Your child should be famil-iar with using the potty. TEDDY BEAR RHYTHMS W/ PARENT Day: Wednesday Date: April 3 - June 12 No Class: April 17 Time: 9:30 - 10:15 a.m. (level 1) 10:30- 11:15 a.m. (level 2) Fee: $120 Date: June 26 - July 31 Time: 10:00 - 10:45a.m. (level 1-2) Fee: $75 Location: Community Center Instructor: Gail Etter Program# 26225 / 36202 A1 Level 1; 6 - 24 months (Weds-A3) Level 2; 2-4 years (Weds-A4)

Teddy Bear Rhythms is especially designed for young children and adults to enjoy learning music and movement together in a relaxed environment. Much of the class is spent on the move with circle games and free movement accompanied by piano and guitar. Instruments, puppets, ribbon sticks, pinwheels, drum, rhythm sticks, parachute etc. are used to enhance focus and participation. CD and songbook are included.

LET’S GET MESSY W/ PARENT (AGES 2 - 3)

Day: Wednesday Dates: April 24 - May 29 Time: 9:45 - 10:30a.m Program #: 26114 A1 Where: Community Center Instructor: Kathy Giroux Fee: $60 Lots of ooey, gooey finger fun for children and parents. New concoctions each week to get those sensory skills ready. We’ll mix or paint or squish something new each week. *Due to room size, siblings are not allowed*

LET’S BE THE ARTIST (AGES 3-5)

Day: Wednesday Dates: April 24 - May 29 Time: 1:45 - 2:30p.m Program #: 26133 A1 Where: Community Center Instructor: Kathy Giroux Fee: $60 Each week we learn a little about some of the great artists of the world and create projects based on their works! Everyone can be an artist!!

SPRING SCIENCE AND ART (AGES 3-5)

Day: Tuesdays Dates: April 23 - May 28 Time: 1:45 - 2:30p.m Program #: 26124 A1 Where: Community Center Instructor: Kathy Giroux Fee: $60 In this class we will have a mix of science and nature projects and art projects - all with a spring theme! Dress for mess!

TODDLER SENSORY/ SCIENCE AGES (3-4)

Day: Monday Dates: April 22– May 13 A1 May 20 - June 10 A2 No Class Date: May 27 Time: 11:00a.m. - 12:00p.m. Fee: A1- $55 / A2- $45 Program #: 26010 A1 / A2 Where: Community Center Instructor: Elena Bigio, Kidscapades Toddlers will become little scientists with our engaging hands on experiments. Experi-ments will have an eruption component. They will also mix, measure, and explore sensory play activities.

TODDLER TIME ART (AGE 3 - 4) Day: Monday Dates: April 22 - May 13 A1 May 20 - June 10 A2 No Class Dates: May 27 Time: 12:30-1:30 p.m. Program#: 26118 A1 / A2 Fee: A1- $55 / A2- $45 Where: Community Center Instructor: Elena Bigio, Kidscapades Children will create craft projects based on sea-sons, holiday, characters or books. A variety of materials are provided for the children to explore and create their masterpieces!

SIZZLING SCIENCE (AGES 4 - 8) Day: Monday Dates: April 22 - May 13 A1 May 20 - June 10 A2 No Class Dates: May 27 Time: 4:00 - 5:00p.m. Program#: 26004 A1/A2 Fee: A1- $55 / A2- $45 Where: Community Center Instructor: Elena Bigio, Kidscapades

Children become junior scientists with our engaging hands on experiments. Some ex-periments will even have an eruption compo-nent!

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Please note: Kathy Giroux’s programs have a minimum of 6 and

a maximum of 8 participants (excluding Let’s Get Messy min 4;

max 6) to ensure the proper attention given to each child and for the social interaction among

participants.

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ADVENTURELAND (AGES 4 - 8) Day: Monday Dates: August 5—August 19 Time: 9:00-10:00a.m. Program#: 36109 Where: Community Center Instructor: Elena Bigio, Kidscapades Fee: $45 Each day will be focused on fantastical adven-tures! Children will transform themselves into pirates as they go in search of treasures. Fairies as they create beautiful fairy houses. They will tap into their inner rock star. Oh, and of course be-come paleontologists and dig for dinosaur fossils. Join us for adventures of epic proportions!

DISNEY PRINCESS DAYS (AGES 3-7) Day: Monday Dates: August 5 - August 19 Time: 10:30-11:30a.m. Program#: 36111 A2 Where: Community Center Instructor: Elena Bigio, Kidscapades Fee: $45

Every girl dreams of being a princess. Each day a different Disney Princess will be ex-plored inside our cas-tle walls. Everything princess from art pro-

jects to games. If your child loves princesses , this camp is the perfect choice!

YOUTH YOGA PROGRAMS WITH ANGELA CREAMER (GRADES 1 - 5)

Day: Friday Dates: April 26 - May 31 Time: 4:15 - 5:00p.m. Program #: 26205 Where: Community Center Fee: $50 Instructor: Angela Creamer Yoga sharpens the ability to focus and develop self discipline, but most importantly keeps the kids ACTIVE!

IMPROV LOUNGE Day: Tuesday (Ages 12-16) Dates: April 30 - May 28 Time: 3:30 - 5:00pm Fee: $85 Program#: 16006 A1 Day: Wednesday (Ages 8-11) Dates: May 1 - May 29 Time: 4:15 - 5:30pm Fee: $75 Program#: 16006 A2 Where: Community Center Instructor: Lori Lowe The developing artist is ex-plored through improv and technique is introduced to solidify craft. Our focus is on pro-cess and authenticity, creating a safe space where your artistic impulses can be nurtured. Sensory work, character development and monologues will be explored. Mindfulness meditation assists the young actor to take the creative leap into the world of present play! All classes emphasize a supportive environment where the artistic risk is safely contained and process, not results, are en-couraged

CREATIVE EXPRESSION

(GRADES K-6) Day: Wednesday Dates: July 10 - August 21 No Class Date: July 31, August 7 Time: 3:15 - 4:30p.m Program #: 36120 A1 Day: Thursday Dates: July 11 - August 22 No Class Date: August 1. 8th Time: 10:00 - 11:15a.m Program #: 36120 A2 Where: Community Center Instructor: Andrea Schmidt Fee: $85 This is an open studio class with guidance and use of provided sup-plies such as paints, canvas , clay and more. Work at your own pace to create a project. Use your own ideas or the instructor’s choice. .Set up and clean up time will be included. Please wear appro-priate clothing for permanent stains.

PEE WEE TENNIS (AGES 4 - 6) Day: Monday Dates: April 22 - May 20 July 8 - August 5 Time 10:15 - 11:00a.m. Program #: 26107 A1/36101 A1 Where: Community Center Adams Tennis Courts Instructor: Recreation Staff Fee: $50 This class is a playful introduction to the game of tennis. Each participant needs to bring their own racquet.

PEE WEE WIFFLE BALL (AGES 4 - 6)

Day: Monday Dates: April 22 - May 20 July 8 - August 5 Time 11:00 - 11:45a.m. Program #: 26107 A1/36101 C1 Where: Community Center Adams Tennis Courts Instructor: Recreation Staff Fee: $50 This class is a playful introduction to the game of tennis. Each participant needs to bring their own racquet.

PEE WEE FIT (AGES 3 - 6)

Day: Wednesdays Dates: April 24 - May 22 July 10 - August 7 Time: 4:00 - 4:45p.m. Program #: 26103 A1 / 36101 B1 Where: Adams Tennis Courts Instructor: Recreation Staff Fee: $50 Couple healthy exercise with fun activities that foster athletic skills and social development. Learn the value of exercise while having fun!

PEE WEE SOCCER (AGES 3.5 - 5)

Day: Saturday

Dates: April 27 - June 1

No Class: May 25

Time: 9:00 - 9:45a.m.

Time: 10:00 - 10:45a.m.

Program #: 26111 A1/A2

Where: Bittner Park Softball Field

Instructor: Scott McMahon

Fee: $60 This program will teach basic fundamentals of soccer through fun games and drills in a non-competitive format. Each child is required to bring a size 3 soccer ball. Additional dates will be added to the end of the program to make up any rainouts

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APRIL VACATION TRIPS (GRADES K - 5)

Days: Monday - Thursday Dates: April 15 - April 18 Time: 8:30 - 3:00p.m. Program #: 26203 Staff: Recreation Staff Fee: $40 per day OR $150 for the week

Monday: Rockin Jump (4/15) With dodgeball, open jump arenas, slam dunk zone and much more, kids will literally be bounc-ing off the walls! Tuesday: Bowling/ Hibachi (4/16) Grab your friends and enjoy bowling. Once done at the bowling alley we will stop for hibachi! Wednesday: Mystic Aquarium (4/17) Participants will find themselves immersed in a watery world of sharks, rays, colorful tropical fish, and incredible hands-on learning experiences. Thursday: Bounce Town USA (4/18) Your one stop shop for family fun!! We now have New England's largest indoor inflatable laser tag arena, bumper cars, the best virtual reality you'll ever see, bungee trampoline, and much much more!! Friday: Good Friday - No Trip BABYSITTING CLASS (Ages 11-15) Day: Saturday Date: May 11 Time: 9:00—5:00pm Where: Community Center Instructor: Jennifer Gott Program # 26007 Fee: $100 To provide youth who are planning to babysit with the knowledge and skills necessary to safely and responsibly give care for children and infants. This training will help participants to develop through hands-on, minds-on activities!

TAE KWON DO Day: Monday and Wednesday Dates: April 22 - June 26 No Class: May 27 Time/Program #: 4:30 - 5:30p.m. - 26116 A1 @ the Community Center 6:00 - 7:00p.m. - 26116 A2 @ Guilford High School 26116 A1 Ages 4 - 11, Belts White Yellow, Green and Blue 26116 A2 Green/Blue/Black/Red Belts Fee: $100.00 Instructor: John Cuddy

SUMMER TAE KWON DO Day: Monday and Wednesday Dates: July 8 - September 11 No Class: September 2 Time/Program #: 4:30 - 5:30p.m. - 36206A1 5:30 - 8:30p.m. - 36206 A2 6:30 - 8:30p.m. - 36206 A3 36206 A1 Ages 4 - 11, White, Yellow Belts 36206 A2 Green/Blue/Black/Red Belts 36206 A3 Ages 11+ White, Yellow, Blue, Green Belts Where: Community Center Instructor: John Cuddy Fee: A1 $100 A2 $200 A3 $150 Our 6th degree black belt instructor with exten-sive teaching experience will introduce techniques and strategies of tae kwon do and karate, aikido, kung fu and other martial arts.

FRIDAY NIGHT LASER TAG AND

DODGEBALL(GRADES 3-6)

Day: Friday Dates: April 26 May 17

June 7 Time: 6:00 - 8:00p.m. Program #: 16121 B1-B4

Where: Community Center Instructor: Recreation Staff Fee: $15 per date - B1/B2/B3 $40 for all 3 - B4

Instructor: Recreation Staff Join our recreation staff for a fun filled Friday night. We will be playing laser tag and dodgeball inside the commu-nity center for an action packed Friday. Pizza will be served.

GUITAR LESSONS (AGES 7 - 14) Day: Tuesday Dates: April 23 - June 11 June 25 - August 13 Time: 5:00 - 5:45p.m. (Beginner - A1) 6:00 - 6:45p.m. (Intermediate - A2) Program #: 26210 / 36210 A1 & A2 Where: Community Center Instructor: Tim Bolton Fee: $60 Basic guitar lessons to get you started and on your way to knowing how to play! Must bring your own guitar. In order to register for the intermedi-ate course offering stu-dents must have taken the prerequisite. PARENT/CHILD GUITAR LESSONS Day: Thursday Date: April 25 - June 13 June 27 - August 15 Time: 6:00 - 6:45 p.m. Location: Community Center Instructor: Tim Bolton Program #: 16211 A3 / 36210 A3 Fee: $50 Have your kids been learning to play and you wanted to join them? Program designed for adults and children. Register adult and list child name and age in roster note. Children 7+.

FLAG FOOTBALL (GRADES 5 - 8)

Day: Tuesdays (Grades 5-6) A1 Date: April 23 - May 21 Day: Thursdays (Grades 7-8) A2 Date: April 25 - May 23 Time: 4:00-5:00p.m. Program #: 26099 Where: Guilford Green Instructor: Max Robbins & Connor Negri Fee: $50 Come have some after school fun on the green with recreational flag football with your friends!

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SPRING / SUMMER GYMNASTICS

Our gymnastics program is a combination of fun and learning, fostering the bene-fits of strength and appreciation culminating into the ultimate goal of flexibility and fitness. All classes are co-ed.

Spring Thursdays Dates: April 25 - June 13

Lil' Movers w/parent (18 months - 3 years)

9:30 - 10:15a.m. 26001 A1

Tumbling and Stumbling (Ages 3 - 5) 10:15 - 11:00a.m. 26001 A2

Lil' Movers w/parent (18 months - 3 years)

11:00 - 11:45a.m. 26001 A3

Tumbling and Stumbling (Ages 3 - 5)

3:00 - 3:45p.m. 26001 A4

Movers & Shakers (Ages 4 - 6)

3:45 - 4:45p.m. 26001 A5

Level I (Ages 7 - 9)

4:45 - 5:45p.m. 26001 A6

Level II (Ages 7 - 15)

5:45 - 6:45p.m. 26001 A7

Summer Tuesday OR Thursdays Dates: July 9 - August 15

Fee: 45 min Class = $50 / 60 min class = $60

Lil Movers w/parent (18 mos.- 3yrs.) 36004 A1 9:00 - 9:45 a.m. 36005 A1 Tumbling & Stumbling (Ages 3 - 5 ) 9:45 - 10:30a.m. 36004 A2 36005 A2 Tumbling & Stumbling (Ages 5 - 7) 10:30 - 11:15a.m. 36004 A3 36005 A3 Level 1 / Level 11 (Ages 7 - 14) 11:15 - 12:15p.m. 36004 A4 36005 A4

Instructor: Florence Verdurmen (Former Olympian Gymnast)

Spring Saturdays Dates: May 4 - June 22

Level I (Ages 7 - 11)

8:00 - 9:00a.m. 26002 A1

Lil' Movers w/ Parent (18 months - 3 years)

9:00 - 9:45a.m. 26002 A2

Tumbling & Stumbling (Ages 3 - 5 )

9:45 - 10:30a.m. 26002 A3

Movers & Shakers (Ages 5 - 7)

10:45 - 11:45a.m. 26002 A4

Tumbling & Stumbling (Ages 3 - 5 )

11:45 - 12:30p.m. 26002 A5

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Limelite Pre-Ballet (W/Parent)(Ages

2-4) Day: Saturday Date: June 1st—July 20th Time: 10:00—10:30 am Program #: 36001 A1 Location: Community Center Instructor: Lime Lite Dance Studio Fee: $90 Introduction to Ballet and creative move-ment, dance games, and improve dancing. Parents may join their child in the class but it is not mandatory.

Children's Princess Ballet (Ages 4-6) Day: Saturday Date: June 1st—July 20th Time: 10:30—11:15 am Program #: 36001 A2 Location: Community Center Instructor: Lime Lite Dance Studio Fee: $120 Ballet Technique, dance choreography all to the cutest princess songs. (The last week par-ents come in for the last 15 mins for show-case; girls can dress like their favorite prin-cess that day)

Jazzy Hip Hop (Ages 6-9) Day: Saturday Date: June 1st—July 20th Time: 11:15—12:00 pm Program #: 36001 B1 Location: Community Center Instructor: Limelite Dance Studio Fee: $120 Fun high energy dance class incorporates Jazz technique and the coolest hip hop moves all to age appropriate music. In the last class par-ents come in for the last 15 mins for a show-case -participants can wear their “coolest hip

hop” outfits.

Acrobat/ Hip Hop Camp Day: Monday & Wednesday Date: July 22-August 7th Time: 9:30—11:30 am (Ages 6-10) 11:30—1:30 pm (Ages 11+) Program #: 36001 C1 (Ages 6-10) 36001 C2(Ages 11+) Location: Community center Instructor: Lime Lite Dance Studio Fee: $150 Learn acrobatic floor work with proper technique + mix it all with fun high ener-gy dance music and choreography.

Children's Mini Dance Camp

Ages 6-10 Dates: June 24—June 28th Time: 10:00 –12:00 Program #: 36001 D1 Location: Community Center Instructor: Lime Lite Dance Studio

Fee: $150 Learn all styles of dance in this 1 week mini-camp. Ballet—

Aero—Jazz—Hip Hop & Lyrical. This is a great camp to try a little of everything. A wonderful way for kids to start out in dance.

Cheerleading Training Camp

Grades 3-8 Days: Monday & Wednesday Dates: August 12 – 21 Time: 9:30-11:30 Program #: 36001 E1 Instructor: Lime Lite Dance Studio Fee: $100 Skills, Stunts, Jumps, Tumbling Motions, Mini Routines and so much more.

Improvisation for String Players

(Ages 12+) Day: Wednesday Date: June 26—July 24 A1 July 31 - August 28 A2 Time: 6:15—7:15 pm Program #: 36211 Location: Community Center Instructor: DoSo Music Fee: $100 David Mills, the Director of the Guilford DoSo® Dance Band, is offering group improvisation instruction for teens and adults who play violin, viola, guitar or cello. Students who complete the course will have an opportunity to sit in with the Dance Band in the fall. For more information go to: www.dosomusic.org and look under Dance Band and Video Gallery.

DoSo® Elementary (Ages 7-12)

Day: Wednesday Date: June 26—July 10 B1/C1 July 17 - July 31 B2/C2 August 7 - August 21 B3/C3 Time: 3:30—4:30 pm (Ages 7-9) B1-B3 4:45 - 5:45 pm (Ages 10-12) C1-C3 Program #: 36211 Location: Community Center Instructor: DoSo Music Fee: $100 David Mills will give group music instruc-tion to students ages 7 – 12. Using 3-string guitars, students learn music fundamentals through singing, strumming and song writ-ing. For more information go to: www.dosomusic.org/doso-elementary/

LimeLite Dance / DoSo Music Note: Classes highlighted in blue contain summer session information

Golf Courses Note: Classes highlighted in blue contain summer session information

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IRISH STEP DANCE (AGES 7 - 16) Spring Day: Thursday Dates: April 25 - June 13 Time: 3:45 - 4:45p.m. Beginner 4:45 - 5:45p.m. Advanced Program #: 26208 A1/A2 Fee: $100 Summer Day: Monday - Thursday Dates: July 8 - July 11 August 5 – August 8 Time: 2:30-3:30p.m. Beginner 3:30-4:30p.m. Advanced Program #: 36105 A1/A2 July 36105 B1/B2 August Fee: $50 Where: Community Center Instructor: Kathy Carew Participants will learn step and Ceili (group dance) with a traditional style. Dancers start with the Irish jig, progress on to Reel Slip Jig and Horn-pipe. Advanced: Dancers will begin to work on steps with a higher level of diffi-culty with emphasis on more intricate movements.

ASPIRING YOUNG ENGINEERS SUMMER CAMP (GRADES K - 5)

Day: Monday to Friday Date: July 22-July 26 Time: 9:00-12:00p.m. (K-2) A1 1:00-4:00p.m. (3-5) A2 Program# 36008 Where: Community Center Instructor: Engineering Imagination Fee: $150

Explore the fascinating world of “S.T.E.A.M.” (Science, Technology, Engineering, Architecture, Mathematics) through the hands-on, minds-on, unique summer camps offered by Engineering Imagination! In these exciting and educational programs, participants will use a wide variety of mediums such as LEGO®, ESTES®, KEVA®, and recycled materials to learn about, plan, and build projects relating to mechanical engineer-ing, chemical reactions, reverse engineering, and environmental science, architecture and more! In addition to having a blast and learning along the way, par-ticipants will take home some of the projects they complete such as model rockets, reverse-engineered devices, and 3-D architectural models!

BEGINNER & INTERMEDIATE FIELD HOCKEY CAMP

(GRADES 2 - 6) Day: Thursday Dates: April 25 - June 6 Time: 5:30 - 6:30p.m. Program #: 26009 Where: Adams Middle School Instructor: GHS Girls Field Hockey Kitty Palmer along with other coaches and members of the GHS Field Hockey Team Fee: $80 Have you ever heard of field hockey? Field hockey is an exciting and all-inclusive sport which is played by millions of girls and boys across the world! This spring clinic series will introduce young players to the basic skills and techniques of field hockey. Members of the Guilford High School Field Hockey team will be present throughout the camp and will provide one on one instruction.

GIRLS FIELD HOCKEY CAMP

(GRADES 3 - 8) Day: Monday - Friday Dates: July 15 - July 19 Time: 9:00 - 11:00a.m. Program #: 33121 A1 Where: Guilford High School Instructor: Kitty Palmer Fee: $80 Emphasis will be on stick skills in drills and games. Goalie instruction will be included! Players will be grouped according to experience and staffed by past all state field hockey players, coaches, and 2018 seniors. Bring your own water mouthguards, shinpads, goggles, and sticks.

YOUTH PROGRAMS

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Note: Classes highlighted in blue contain summer session information

COOL-OLOGY CAMP WITH CLAUDIA ESPOSITO Days: Monday - Friday / July 15 - July 19 / 9:00a.m. - 11:30a.m.

Where: Community Center / Ages: 5 - 9 years old Program : 36212 / Fee: $115

This exciting camp opportunity introduces young children to the wonders of science and engineering through hands-on, in-quiry based learning experiences sure to thrill and delight! These STEM based lessons are geared toward capturing your

child’s natural curiosity while teaching important science concepts, critical thinking skills and the engineering design process in a safe, fun environment. Topics include: Chemistry (including Ooo, Ahh, Pop: Bubbles), Flight, Roller Coaster Physics,

Engineering Design, Robotics, Candy Science and much more!*  *All lessons are taught by professional educator Claudia Esposito, a Connecticut state certified teacher with over 27 years experience working with children and teachers in preschool through sixth grade. Cool-ology© has presented programs throughout

Connecticut. References are available upon request. Please visit www.cool-ology.com for more information.

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DIAMOND SPORTS CAMP (AGES 6- 10)

Day: Monday - Friday Dates: June 24 –June 28 Time: 9:00 - 11:30a.m. Program #: 33111 A1 Where: Guilford Lakes School Instructor: Rich Bello Fee: $100 This camp will help young players learn funda-mental skills including fielding, hitting, base run-ning, catching and throwing. The emphasis will be on developing individual skills in a safe environ-ment. The accent will be on having fun and learn-ing to enjoy the game of baseball. Bring your own glove. Other diamond sports such as wiffle ball and kick ball will be utilized to teach players the essential skills needed for success in these game formats In case of inclement weather, we have made arrangements to meet inside the gym at Guilford Lakes School. So rain or shine, batter up!!!

*Register for Baseball and Best of Phys Ed and stay for lunch with Mr.

Bello! BEST OF PHYS-ED (AGES 6- 10)

Day: Monday - Friday Dates: June 24 - June 28 Time: 12:30-3:00p.m. Program #: 33112 Where: Guilford Lakes School Instructor: Rich Bello Fee: $100 This camp will be a week of the best activities from every kid’s favorite subject in school! Participants will stay busy and have fun playing their favorite games and sports from PE class. In case of inclem-ent weather, we have made arrangements to meet inside the gym at Guilford Lakes School. So rain or shine! Some games that campers could expect are: Tag games: octopus tag, gotcha tag, tunnel tag; Throwing and catching games: castle ball, pin ball, clean up your room, duck hunt, mat ball; General games/activities: nervous wreck, run-ning of bulls, Hungary hippos, relay races, para-chute, field day challenges and project adventure.

BASKETBALL CAMP OFFENSIVE SKILLS CAMP (AGES 7 - 12) Day: Monday - Friday Dates: June 24 - June 28 Time: 8:30 - 11:30a.m. Program #: 33106 A1 Where: Guilford High School Instructor: Jeff DeMaio & Bob Welsh Fee: $125 This camp for boys and girls will concentrate on the young player’s individual offensive skills. Drills for improvement on ball handling, shooting, layups and passing will be emphasized. T- shirt and ball included.

BASKETBALL CAMP COMPREHENSIVE SKILLS CAMP

(AGES 7 - 12) Day: Monday - Friday Dates: July 1 - July 5 No Class: July 4 Time: 8:30 - 11:30a.m. Program #: 33107 A1 Where: Guilford High School Instructor: Jeff DeMaio & Bob Welsh Fee: $100 This camp for boys and girls will include handouts, stations, drills, contests, games and prizes. Coaches Jeff DeMaio & Bob Welsh will be assisted by varsity players for this all inclusive and fun camp. One skill area will be highlighted each day. T-shirt and ball included.

EVERSON SOCCER CAMPS (AGES 3 - 14)

Day: Monday - Friday Dates: June 24 - June 28 July 29 - August 2 Time: TIGER KIX 10:00 - 11:00a.m. 1/2 DAY - 9:00 - 12:00p.m. Where: Leete Instructor: Everson Soccer Academy Fee: $85 - $135 Please visit EversonSoccer.com or call (203-298-4763 for more information regarding soccer camps this summer. All registration will be done through Everson Soccer Academy.

GIRLS VOLLEYBALL CAMP

(GRADES 6– 10)

Day: Monday - Friday Dates: July 8 - July 12 Time: 9:00 - 12:00p.m. Program #: 33122 A1 Where: Guilford High School Instructor: Laura (Meyer) Anastasio Fee: $100

This camp is designed to teach volleyball in a fun and positive atmosphere. Training ranges from fundamental skills (passing, serving, hitting, etc.) to position-based training (setters, middle blockers, defensive specialists, etc). Team systems in offense, defense, and transition is integrated into the camp. Beginners get exposed to the game, learn the skills and have fun with the sport. More advanced play-ers can begin to hone their technique and compre-hension of the game for the high school level and beyond This is a great camp for those preparing to try out for the high school team.

BUILD YOUR ATHLETE (GRADES 3 - 8)

Day: Monday - Friday Dates: July 29-August 2 August 5—August 9 Time: 9:00-12:00p.m. Program #: 33124 Where: Guilford High School Instructor: Shane Smith Fee: $125 Build your athlete’s mind and body: A multi sport camp with traditional sports games and cooperation tasks inter-mittently. The cooperation tasks are de-signed for the kids to learn how to com-municate affectively and constructively with both friends and newly met individ-uals as the unit works toward a common goal. The tasks will have periods of struggle and frustration but with the unit learning how to be positive, motivating to others and verbally constructive they will complete the task and share in the accomplishment.

BOYS 3X LACROSSE (GRADES 5 - 8) Day: Monday - Friday Dates: July 8 - July 12 Time: 2:00 - 4:00p.m. (Grades 5 - 6) 4:00 - 6:00p.m. (Grades 7 - 8) Program #: 33123 A1/ A2 Where: Jacobs Beach Instructor: Brian White Fee: $80 (tee shirt included) “3x” (pronounced “three-bye”) is a game that will develop the foundational skills athletes need to be the best lacrosse player as possible. Players will improve their skills in a 3on3 setting. Guilford boys lax coach Brian White will provide an hour of instruction, then athletes will play with "3x" rules tailored to enhance game specific skills.

LEARN TO ROW CAMP (AGES 13 - 17) Days: Mon. Tues. Thurs. Dates: July 8 - July 18 Time: 6:00 - 7:30p.m. Program #: 33109 A1 Where: Lake Quonnipaug Instructor: GHS Team Coaches Fee: $100 Sweep (one oar) rowing technique will be taught in the team’s eight person shells. During the first week, basic technique will be taught, then partici-pants will start to learn how to row together in multi-person boats. Camp will be run by Guilford’s High School team coaches, with assistance by experienced athletes. Must be able to swim.

SUMMER YOUTH SPECIALITY CAMPS

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Earth Fest / Touch a Truck

For more information visit guilfordparkrec.com or call 203-453-8068

10am - 2pm

SPECIAL EVENTS

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Register Online: www.guilfordparkrec.com / Program #: 21102

Dates Fee (2nd Child Fee) Program # After Care Program # Fee June 17 - June 21 $30 (per day) N/A 34101 A1-A5 June 24 - July 5 $220 $205 34101 B1 | 34104 A1 $85 July 8 - July 19 $245 $230 34101 C1 | 34104 B1 $85 July 22 - August 2 $245 $230 34101 D1 | 34104 C1 $85 August 5 - August 16 $245 $230 34101 E1 | 34104 D1 $85

**Please note: There will not be camp on Tuesday, July 4th.

NEW THIS YEAR: Cost of field trip is now included in the camp fee.

Camp Menunkatuck is located at Jacobs Beach on Seaside Avenue. The hours for regular camp will be Monday - Friday from 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. Camp can fill, therefore, we highly recommend registering early. Payment in full is required at the time of registration. NOTE: There is a $25 cancellation fee per session per participant (No refunds given week prior to camp unless medical). Camp consists of a structured day where the individual groups will have a schedule to follow with activities to include archery, arts & crafts, sports, nature, creative games and kayaking. Each child will receive a Camp tee shirt that MUST be worn on trip days. The Parks and Recreation Department makes every effort to accommodate students with special needs. In this program, campers are mainstreamed into all facets of Camp Menunkatuck. They will participate, as their ability allows in swimming, crafts, boating, sports and special events as a member of the camp unit. THIS IS NOT A ONE ON ONE PROGRAM. Campers must be independent with activities of daily living.

After Care: We will provide extended care from 3:00p.m. - 5:30 p.m. The fee will be $85 per session. *Parent/Guardian will be charged $5 for every 15 minutes late after 3:00p.m. Non-residents can begin to register for

Camp Menunkatuck on April 3rd. There is a $20 per session non-resident fee. $10 for the fist week. Contact Ellen Clow by phone (453-8068) or by e-mail [email protected] for any questions regarding camp.

Early Registration Special!! Register by April 6th for a $15 Discount per Session

Camp Menunkatuck (Youth Entering Grades 1 - 6)

Counselor In Training Program

Dates Fee Program # June 24 - July 5 $165 34103

July 8 - July 19 $165 Please contact office

July 22 - August 2 $165 Please contact office August 5 - August 16 $165 Please contact office The Counselor in Training Program is open to youth ages 14 and 15. This program is designed for the student who is con-sidering working with children. Gain valuable experience in the supervision of children, safety, first aid and overall opera-tion of a camp. The C.I.T. must apply to the Recreation Office and be ACCEPTED into the program before they can register. Each applicant will be interviewed and those selected will par-ticipate in this training program. Field trips included in price.

Camp Menunkatuck Field Trips

Dates Trip_____ July 2 Bounce Town USA July 16 Newington Carnival July 30 Urban Air August 13 Maritime Aquarium Page 13

SUMMER DAY CAMPS - CAMP MENUNKATUCK Note: Classes highlighted in blue contain summer session information

-Due to potential snow days, this week will run on a per day schedule.

-Camp will begin either Monday, June 17th OR the day after the last day of Guilford Schools.

-Camp this week will run from 8am-4pm with no after-care.

-There is no discount/second child fee this week.

Camp Week 1 (June 17-21)

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SUMMER DAY CAMPS

Dates Fee Program #

June 25 - July 4 $85 36301 A1

July 9 - July 18 $85 36301 A2

July 23 - August 1 $85 36301 A3

August 6 - August 15 $85 36301 A4

All 4 Sections: $325 36301 A5

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

No Class Date: July 4

Get ready for pre-school in this creative and educational summer camp! Activities include Fresh air fitness, nature, art, number/letter recognition and games. Please provide a snack (no nut products), beverage, change of clothes, wipes, disposable diaper (if needed) and apply any sunscreens be-fore arrival. There is a $20 Non-resident fee. There is a $25.00 cancella on fee per session per par cipant (No refunds given 

week prior to camp unless medical.) 

Dates Fee Program #

June 24- July 5 $145 36301 B1 July 8 - July 19 $170 36301 B2

July 22 - August 2 $170 36301 B3

August 5 - August 16 $170 36301 B4

All 4 Sections: $625 36301 B5

Time: 9:00 - 1:00p.m.

Get ready for pre-school or full day kindergarten in this crea-tive and educational summer camp! Campers will enjoy a mix of physical, imaginative and academic activities such as Fresh air fitness, nature, art, number/letter recognition and games. Please provide a snack and lunch (no nut products), beverage, change of clothes, wipes, and apply any sunscreens before arrival. Campers must be potty trained to attended. There is a $20 Non-resident fee. 25.00 cancella on fee per session per par cipant (No refunds given week prior to camp unless medical.) 

Pre-School Camp - Ages 2 - 3 Tuesday & Thursday

Pre-School Camp - Ages 3.5 - 5 Monday/Wednesday/Friday

June 27th - 5:30pm

July 11th - 5:30pm

August 8th - 5:30pm

July 25th - 5:30pm

Check back for more details!

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SUMMER DAY CAMPS

Get Out Way Out (Entering Grades 7 - 9) Register by April 6th for a $15 discount per session

Dates Fee Program # After Care Program # June 24 - June 27 $195 34102 A1 34106 A1 July 1—July 5 $195 34102 B1 34106 B1 July 8 - July 11 $195 34102 C1 34106 C1 July 15 - July 18 $195 34102 D1 34106 D1 July 22 - July 25 $195 34102 E1 34106 E1 July 29 - August 1 $195 34102 F1 34106 F1 August 5 - August 8 $195 34102 G1 34106 G1 August 12 - August 15 $195 34102 H1 34106 H1 Register your child for GOWO and be part of one of the most rewarding camp experiences in the area! This program is lead by our professional and experienced staff with the objective to build leadership skills, ex-

plore all of Connecticut has to offer and above all else have fun. There is a $25.00 cancella on fee per session per par ci-

pant (No refunds given week prior to camp unless medical.) Camp will not meet on July 4th, instead, camp will be held on Friday July 6th. 

Regular Camp Hours: 8:00am drop off and 3:00pm pick up at Chittenden Park Notification will be given if trip hours or location are different from Regular schedule.

**After Care will be located at Jacobs Beach. Hours are 3:00 - 5:30pm. Cost: $35.00per week.**

Week  Of  Monday  Tuesday  Wednesday  Thursday 

June 24   Brownstone  Jordan’s IT  Rockin Jump  Misquamicut  Beach 

July 1  Nomads  Six Flags  Bowling/ 

Hibachi 

Hammonasset Beach 

July 8  Maritime Aquarium  Adventure Park    

@ Storrs 

TBD  Misquamicut  Beach 

July 15  Dave & Busters  Basketball HOF  Lake Compounce  Hammonasset Beach 

July 22  Monster Mini Golf  Brownstone  CT Sun 

Basketball 

Misquamicut  Beach 

July 29  Nomads  Urban Air  Powder Ridge  Hammonasset Beach 

August 5  Farmington River  

Tubing 

Jordan’s It  Six Flags  Misquamicut  Beach 

August 12  Rockin Jump  Lake Compounce  Bowling/Hibachi  Hammonasset Beach 

*Schedule subject to change

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SWIM LESSONS PROGRAM DESCRIPTION: FEE: $60 Preschool (Age 6 month-3): Parent MUST go in water with child (No exceptions!). In this class, children will learn the basics

of swimming and become comfortable in the water. Instructors will play games with the children and instruct parents how to help their child swim. Preschool (Age 4-5): Parents stay out of the water during the class. During this beginner class, the child will learn the

fundamentals of swimming on their stomach and back as well as floating and fully submerging their heads.

Level 1 Water Exploration (Ages 5-7): This class helps children start to swim for longer distances. Level 1 is designed to help the swimmers learn the different swimming strokes. The children will learn how to float and tread as well as go completely under the water. Level 2 Primary Skills (Ages 6-8): This class is for swimmers that can swim alone or are almost able to swim by themselves. They should need minimal help and should be able to float on their fronts and backs by themselves. They will also learn floating and treading techniques. This class is designed to help with independence in the water. Level 3 Stroke Readiness (Ages 8-10): The swimmers in this class must be able to independently swim 15 yards of the swimming area. They will learn to swim freestyle, backstroke, elementary backstroke and have introductions into breaststroke, butterfly and sidestroke. The swimmers will be in the deeper water learning how to dive. Level 4 Stroke Development (Ages 8-11): This class is done entirely in the deep lap lane. Students must be comfortable in deep water and should know freestyle, backstroke, elementary backstroke and some of butterfly, breaststroke and sidestroke. This class helps refine the strokes and improve on their technique. Level 5 Stroke Refinement/Level 6 Skill Proficiency (Ages 11 and up): Done entirely in the lap lane, this is a combined class where the student knows all of the strokes and is comfortable in deep water. In this class, the student will refine their skills and work on endurance by swimming long distance.

Swim Lessons Schedule 1st week schedule meets Monday-Friday, 2nd week scheduled Monday-Thursday. In the event of rain, clas-ses meet in red building at Lake Quonnipaug. In the event of a cancellation, class will be made up on the 2nd Friday. Swim evaluations are given at the end of each session. *Session 1 will meet Monday-Friday week 1 and Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, and Friday week 2 due to July 4th.

SWIM LESSONS AT LAKE QUONNIPAUG

Times June 24 - July 5 (no class 7/4)*

July 8 - July 18 July 22 - August 1 August 5 - August 15

9:00 a.m.-9:30 a.m. Level 1 #33201 A1

Preschool (Age 4-5) #33202 A1

Level 2 #33203 A1

Level 3/4 #33204 A1

9:35 a.m.-10:05 a.m. Preschool(6mo-3 y.o) #33201 A2

Level 1 #33202 A2

Level 3/4 #33203 A2

Level 2 #33204 A2

10:10 a.m.-10:40 a.m. Preschool (Age 4-5) #33201 A3

Level 2 #33202 A3

Preschool (Age 4-5) #33203 A3

Level 1 #33204 A5

10:45 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Level 2 #33201 A4

Level 3/4 #33202 A4

Level 1 #33203 A4

Preschool (Ages 4-5) #33204 A4

11:25 a.m.-11:55 a.m. Level 3 #33201 A5

Level 5/6 #33202 A5

Preschool (Age 6mo-3) #33203 A5

Level 5/6 #33204 A3

5:30 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Level 1 #33201 A6

No program Level 1 #33203 A6

No program

6:05 p.m.-6:35 p.m. Level 3/4 #33201 A7

No program Level 3/4 #33203 A7

No program

6:40 p.m.-7:10 p.m. Level 5/6 #33201 A8

No program Level 5/6 #33203 A8

No program

*Fridays will be for make-up days (if needed)

Summer Jun-iors at GHS

Red Ball, Ages 4-7; 9-9:55 am

Orange Ball, Ages 8-10; 10-10:55 am

Green/Yellow Ball, Ages 11-16; 11-11:55 am

Cost

6/24-6/27 33117 A1 33117 B1 33117 C1 $50

7/1-7/3 (excl. 7/4) 33117 A2 33117 B2 33117 C2 $38

7/8-7/11 33117 A3 33117 B3 33117 C3 $50

7/15-7/18 33117 A4 33117 B4 33117 C4 $50

7/22-7/25 33117 A5 33117 B5 33117 C5 $50

7/29-8/1 33117 A6 33117 B6 33117 C6 $50

8/5-8/8 33117 A7 33117 B7 33117 C7 $50

8/12-8/15 33117 A8 33117 B8 33117 C8 $50

Pickleball

Organized Play

The fastest growing sport in America is thriv-ing at GRSC. Played with paddles and wiffle balls, this game is coordinated by a PB coordinator and played on our tennis courts with special nets and lines. 16 player max.

Wed, 12-1 pm; 3/20-5/22, $115,#22118 A1

Strategic Pickleball with Lesly

This class is designed to teach players situational strate-gies within the game. 8 player max.

Mon, 12:30-1:30 pm; 3/18-5/20, $145, #22118 A2

Cardio Tennis

A great class for intermediate level and higher. It is an hour-long workout mixing drills & games designed to get your heart pumping & your feet moving. Not for beginners. 10 player max.

Wed, 8-9 pm; 3/20-5/22, $145, #22113 A1

Sat, 8-9 am; 3/16-5/18, $145, #22113 A2

Tues, 7-8 pm; 6/18-8/20, $145, 32101 E1

Thur, 7-8 pm; 6/20-8/22 (excl, 7/4/19), $130, 32101 E2

TENNIS, PICKLEBALL & PADDLE In collaboration with Guilford Racquet & Swim Club

Please note: programs held at GRSC are instructed by GRSC Staff

SPRING & SUMMER 2019

Paddle (Platform Tennis)

Come on out and try a dynamic sport in the cages at GRSC and check out our new Courtside Cottage! Learn the basics of paddle (platform tennis) and have fun meeting others. It’s a social game as well as a terrific workout in the fresh air! 8 player max.

Wed, 10:30-11:30 am; 3/20-5/22, $145, #22118 B1

Wed, 7-8 pm; 6/26-8/28, $145, #32101 D1

Junior Tennis

Our junior program will give all beginner to intermediate level players a strong set of fun-damentals for their game. Our program will cover all the strokes as well as footwork and strategy. Players will receive all the tools to play on their own. 20 player max

Spring Juniors

Orange Ball, Ages 8-10, Tues, 5-6 pm; 3/19-5/21, $145, #26216 A1

Green Ball, Ages 11-13, Wed, 3:30-4:30 pm; 3/20-5/22, $145, #26216 B1

Red Ball, Ages 4-7, Sat, 9-10 am; 3/16-5/18, $145, #26216 C1

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Summer Juniors

For the Summer Junior Tennis program, GHS coaches run summer tennis camp on the high school courts. The coaches along with HS play-ers will instruct week-long tennis programs for ages 4-16. Each class listed runs for one week, Monday-Thursday (Friday is make up day, if needed) during designated timeslot. (See table.)

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STRENGTH & STRETCH: (Monday/Thursday: 6:00 - 7:00 PM) This class is an intense strength training workout using balls, weights, body bars and bands. Designed to focus on strengthening and toning. All fitness levels welcome. KICK, PUNCH & H.I.I.T : (TUESDAY / THURSDAY / FRIDAY: Alternating class formats between Kickboxing and High Intensity Interval Training.. Combining punching and kicking combinations this class is designed to enhance your coordination, flexibility and cardio endurance. All fitness levels are welcome! Optional: 1lb Kickboxing Gloves. H.I.I.T.: Work as hard as you can for a specified period of time (30 seconds, 40 seconds, etc.) then recover for a specified period of time (20 sec-onds, 10 seconds, etc.). This technique is one of the best ways to burn fat and increase cardiovascular endurance in a short period of time. The class begins with a warm up, followed by 30 minutes of H.I.I.T., cool down, and stretch. Each class is different, focusing on different muscle groups, training techniques, and H.I.I.T. configurations. All fitness levels are welcome! Great class for beginners as modifications and intensity levels are easy to incorporate. CARDIO STEP: Non Stop cardio featuring choreography designed to keep you MOVING! The class begins with a step warm up, followed by 30 - 35 minutes of cardio, cool down, and standing stretch. All Fitness levels are welcome, but a prior knowledge of step terminology is recommended. EXTREME STRENGTH : This class will take you through it all; Muscle Endurance, Hypertrophy, & Strength using many techniques such as Double wave loading, drop sets, pyramid style, back off sets, and Finishers. Get ready to get some definition! All levels welcome! Weight Training notebook provided. TABATA/KICKBOXING: (MONDAY/WEDNESDAY: 6:00 - 7:00 P.M.) TABATA: Based on the principles of Tabata and H.I.I.T, this class is one of best ways to improve your cardiovascular fitness in the least amount of time, as well as burn fat without causing your body to burn your own muscle tissue. The class begins with a warm up, followed by 30 - 40 minutes of interval training blasts, cool down, and stretch. Each class is different, focusing on different muscle groups, training tech-niques, and Tabata and H.I.I.T. configurations. KICKBOXING: Combining punching and kicking combinations this class is designed to enhance your coordination, flexibility and cardio en-durance. All fitness levels are welcome! *Can sign up for each class individually or both classes for a reduced price! CARDIO TONE: (MONDAY/WEDNESDAY: 8:50 - 9:45 A.M.) Cardio Tone combines the definition of muscles and cardio exercise for a total body workout. Participants will improve cardio endurance and increase muscle strength with resistance training. The workout will include body bars, bands weights and floor work to provide a higher intensity workout within your limits. YOGA FUSION: (TUESDAY 9:50 – 10:45 A.M.) Upbeat fun combination of exercise modalities to deliver a full body workout.

YOGA TONE: (FRIDAY 8:30-9:30A.M.)

Traditional yoga posses mixed with Pilates and Barre movements to strengthen, tone and lengthen muscles.

YOGA – Hatha style practice which offers a slower flow and longer holds. Class offers an introduction to breathing (pranayama) and medita-tion. Practice will lend itself to all levels beginner to seasoned yogi.

TRIPLE PLAY: (WEDNESDAY 9:50 - 10:50 A.M. / FRIDAY 9:30 - 10:30 A.M.) Get intense and have some fun as we focus on three key formats – core, cardio and strength, all done within three 15 minute rounds. If you like variety this is the class for you! Get ready for step benches, punching bag, weights, kettle bells, bars, and more. Focus on proper align-ment, controlled movements and proper form to ensure best results for all. Each class will start with a five minute warm up and end with 10 minute cool down and active recovery period.

YOUTH YOGA: (FRIDAY 4:15 - 5:00 P.M.)

Yoga sharpens the ability to focus and develop self discipline, but most importantly keeps the kids ACTIVE! MOBILITY AND FLEXIBILITY : A full rounded class includes deep tissue work with foam rollers and therapy balls, to massage tight, stiff muscles followed by dynamic stretching and classic yoga postures.

ESSENTRICS:

is a low impact workout that rebalances your body by simultaneously stretching and strengthening all your muscles. This dynamic stretching program develops lean, strong, flexible muscles and helps to unlock tight joints, with immediate benefits to your posture.

FITNESS DESCRIPTIONS

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ADULT PROGRAMS Note: Classes highlighted in blue contain summer session information

INDOOR PADDLEBOARD YOGA Day: Tuesday Dates: April 30—May 28 Time: 5:30 - 6:30p.m. Program #: 22115 Where: Community Center Instructor: Heather Anselmi Fee: $100 Get ready for the warm weather by utilizing indo-orboards that simulate yoga on a stand up paddle board. So much fun and truly a great core workout that will help build the muscles necessary for stand up paddleboarding.

PADDLEBOARD BASICS & II (pre-requisite: Paddleboard Basics for II)

Day: Saturday Dates: June 22 - July 20 (Basic) July 27 - August 24 (II) Time: 8:00 - 9:00a.m. Program #: 32107 A1 / A2 Where: Lake Quonnipaug (Basic) Jacobs Beach (II) Instructor: Heather Anselmi Fee: $100 Cutting edge program—one of the fastest growing watersports—PADDLEBOARD! A great full body core workout and a whole new way to experi-ence the water in the outdoors. People of all ages and skill levels can be up and riding in no time!

PADDLEBOARD FIT Day: Saturday Dates: June 22 - July 20 Time: 9:15 - 10:15a.m. Program #: 32107 A3 Where: Lake Quonnipaug Instructor: Heather Anselmi Fee: $150 A fitness paddle that starts on-land to warm up with some work in the sand, and then on the water to interval train utilizing your stand up paddle board. Intervals include squats, push ups, planks, and more! The best of both worlds really!

PADDLEBOARD YOGA Day: Saturday Dates: July 27 - August 24 Time: 9:15 - 10:15a.m. Program #: 32107 A4 Where: Jacobs Beach Instructor: Heather Anselmi Fee: $150 Paddle Board Yoga is a variation of stand up pad-dle surfing, combined with yoga.

If you're looking for a new challenge, yoga on a stand up paddle board will reinvigorate you and help you become calm & healthy.

PICK-UP FIELD HOCKEY Day: Tuesday Dates: June 25 - August 6 Time: 7:00 - 8:00p.m. Program #: 32123 Where: GHS Turf Field Instructor: Kitty Palmer Fee: $25 Miss playing field hockey? Join Kitty Palmer and bring back some memories. Prior experience is a MUST!!

ABOUT BOATING SAFETY Day: Tuesday or Thursday Dates: April 2 & April 9 June 20 & June 27 Time: 5:30 - 9:30p.m. Program #: 22107 Where: Community Center Instructor: Guilford Flotilla Fee: $65 Learn boating Safety through a USCG Basic Boating Course. This is a two day, 4 hours each class to fulfill requirements for Connecti-cut Boating Certification. Upon completion of test you will be qualified for a Connecticut Personal Watercraft Certificate. Topics cov-ered: Know your boat, before you get under-way, a general intro. to navigating the water-ways, general description of operating your boat, legal requirements of boating and Boat-ing emergencies what to do.

PILOTING AND CHARTING Day: Tuesdays Dates: May 28, June 4 & June 11 Time: 6:00 - 9:00p.m. Program #: 12107 A4 Where: Community Center Instructor: Guilford Flotilla Fee: $65 The Piloting and Charting course is a three night navigation course, covering the basics of coastal and inland navigation. This course focuses on traditional techniques so the stu-dent will be able to find his/her way even if their GPS fails. The course includes many in-class exercises, developing the student’s skills through hands-on practice and learning. Top-ics covered include but not limited to Charts and their interpretation , Navigation aids and how they point to safe water, Plotting courses and determining direction and distance , The mariner’s compass and converting between True and Magnetic , Pre-planning safe cours-

es, The “Seaman’s Eye” – simple skills for checking that one is on course. Please bring parallel rulers and divider or other navigation plotting tools or they will be available for pur-chase for $45.00

DOG OBEDIENCE Day: Thursday Dates: April 18 - May 16 Time: 6:30 - 7:30p.m. Where: Adams Basketball Courts Instructor: Paula Milnes Program #: 22102 A1 Fee: $50 Have your dog barking up the right tree. Sit, stay and heel are some of the commands. Dog must be 4 months old and have all shots. No chain or retractable leashes. Wear sneakers or low sole shoes. One person per dog should attend this class. Remember to bring lots of treats!

TAE KWON DO

Day: Monday and Wednesday Dates: April 22 - June 26 No Class: May 27 Time/Program #: 6:00 - 7:00p.m. - 26116 A2 @ Guilford High School Fee: $100.00 Instructor: John Cuddy

SUMMER TAE KWON DO Day: Monday and Wednesday Dates: July 8 - September 11 No Class: September 2 Time/Program #: 5:30 - 8:30p.m. - 36206 A2 6:30 - 8:30p.m. - 36206 A3 36206 A2 Green/Blue/Black/Red Belts 36206 A3 Ages 11+ White, Yellow, Blue, Green Belts Where: Community Center Instructor: John Cuddy Fee: A2 $200 A3 $150 Our 6th degree black belt instructor with extensive teaching experience will introduce techniques and strategies of tae kwon do and karate, aikido, kung fu and other martial arts.

ADULT PROGRAMS / SPORTS LEAGUES

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YOGA NIDRA! Day: Friday Dates: March 29 Time: 5:30p.m. – 7:30p.m. Instructor: C. Gaynor Program #: 22117 Fee: $10 Renew, Re-charge and Restore to greet this change of seasons. Our practice together will blend Qigong techniques, balancing breathwork and gentle Yin Yoga to prepare you for guided medita-tion and deep rest in Yoga Nidra, known as Yogic sleep. No yoga experience needed, but pre-registration is required.

SURVIVOR YOGA Day: Friday Dates: April 5 & 26 May 3 and 24 Time: 5:30p.m. – 6:30p.m. Instructor: S. Lavin Program #: 22104 Donation: $5 per class to Smilow Cancer Hospital A Gentle yoga class ending in meditation. Come experience a relaxing class to help reduce stress while stretching and moving the body. Yoga can help cancer pa-tients boost their immune system, manage side effects of treatment, and regain a sense of control. All levels are welcome.

Sue Lavin’s journey with yoga began while recovering from breast cancer treatment. She has learned firsthand the physical and mental benefits that yoga can bring. A RYT200 level yoga teacher and Reiki Master practitioner. In addition she has volun-teered with Integrative Medicine offering reiki to

the patients at Yale Smilow Hospital. Sue is a graduate of SCSU with a BS in liberal studies.

SAVVY SHOPPING

Day: Sunday

Date: August 11

Time: 12:00 – 2:00 p.m.

Location: Community Center

Program #: 32104

Instructor: Janine Voira

Fee: $10 per class

Everyone knows about coupons and how to use them, but not everyone knows how to use them effectively. This class will show you how to save mon-ey on a daily basis on anything from groceries, clothing, household goods as well as toys for chil-dren. You will learn how to shop online for free. We ask that you bring a charitable donation for the local food pantry.

Note: Classes highlighted in blue contain summer session information

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Pavilion Rentals and Picnic/Fireworks Information

For more information call or visit our website Phone: 203-453-8068 www.guilfordparkrec.com

Pavilion Rentals (up to 4 hours)

Guilford Residents

Groups 1-25 $50

Groups 26-50 $65

Non Residents

Groups 1-25 $100

Groups 26-50 $130

For more information visit www.guilfordparkrec.com or call

203-453-8068

July 13th July 13th July 13th 4:004:004:00---7:00 pm7:00 pm7:00 pm Town GreenTown GreenTown Green

July 13th July 13th July 13th 7:007:007:00---10:00 pm10:00 pm10:00 pm Guilford FairgroundsGuilford FairgroundsGuilford Fairgrounds

FRENCH CONVERSATION #20220 (NO SUMMER)

Day: Monday Dates: April 1 - July 1 No Class: May 27 Time: 10:30 - 11:30a.m. Instructor: Candace Routh Fee: $35.00 / Non-Res. $45.00 Parlez-Vous Francais? Would you like to learn French? Come join the French class! All levels welcome from beginner to advanced. Not a grammar class but an opportunity to learn conversational phrases and French culture. An extra 30 minutes at 10:00 is set aside for con-versation.

CHAIR YOGA #20222 / 30216 Day: Monday Dates: April 1 - July 1 July 8 - September 23 No Class: May 27, September 2 Time: 10:45a.m. – 12:00p.m. Instructor: Lynda Corcoran Fee: $40.00 / Non-Res. $50.00 Protect yourself from stiffness through a program of gentle stretching, proper breathing and relaxa-tion techniques. Improve your posture and sense of balance to help reduce your risk of falling.

BODY WISE #20201 / 30210 Days: Tuesday and Thursday Dates: April 2 – July 2 July 9 - September 26 Time: 1:00 – 2:00p.m. Where: Community Center Instructor: Elizabeth Santoro/ Lynne Keysen Fee: $40.00 / Non-Res. $50.00 A program of gentle exercise and movement de-signed to increase flexibility, muscle tone, bone density, circulation, balance and coordination.

BALLROOM LINE DANCE #20212 /30214 Day: Friday Dates: April 5 - June 28 July 12 - September 27 NoClass: April 19 Time: 9:00 – 10:00a.m. Instructor:: Karen Pfrommer Fee: $30.00 / Non-Res. $40.00 Remember those songs and dances you love and the wonderful memories they invoke while having fun and getting fit. Come and Cha Cha to Tea for Two, Waltz to Moon River and Mambo to Tequila. Done in line format so no partner needed. INT. BALLROOM LINE DANCE #20212A2 /30214B1 Day: Wednesday: Time 12:05– 1:00 p.m. Date: Apr 3-June 26 / July 10-Sep 25

Fee: $25.00/ $35 Non-Res Remember the songs & dances you love & the wonderful memories they invoke while having fun & getting fit. Come Cha Cha to Tea for Two, Waltz to Moon River & Mambo to Tequi-la. Done in line format no partner needed.

LOW IMPACT AEROBICS/ WEIGHT TRAINING #20223 / 30217

Days: Tuesday and Friday Dates: April 2 - July 5 July 9 - September 27 No Class: April 19 Time: 1:30 – 2:30p.m. Instructor: Barbara Corso Fee: $50.00 Non-Res. $60.00 Great program for cardio and stretching exercises.

HULA #20211 / 30211 Day: Monday Dates: April 1 - June 10 / July 8 - September 23

No Class: April 15, 22, 29, May 27, Sep 3 Time: 1:30 – 2:30p.m. Instructor: Joanne Wilder Fee: $15.00 Non-Res. $30.00 Join this fun exercise class and learn traditional hula moves and island culture. Helps trim the waistline, improve, flexibility and balance.

TAI CHI #20204 / 30219 Day: Tuesday and Friday Dates: April 2 - July 5 No Class: April 19 July 9 - September 27 Time: A Adv 11:00a.m. – 12:00p.m. B Adv.Int 12:00 - 1:00p.m. C Int I 1:00 – 2:00p.m. D Int II 2:00 – 3:00p.m. E Beg 3:00—4:00 Instructor: Martin Reichgut Fee: $60.00 one day/week $105.00 two days/week $120.00 three days/week Participants will use the graceful movements of this ancient Chinese martial art to improve their physical wellbeing, manage their stress, and defend against the confrontations of eve-ryday life. Open to adults of all ages.

BALLROOM DANCE #20200 / 30220 Day: Wednesday Dates: April 3 - June 26 July 10 - September 25 Time: 1:00 - 2:00p.m Instructor: Karen Pfrommer Fee: $30 res. / $40 non res. Sign up with or without partner to learn the basics of some great ballroom dances including foxtrot, swing, rumba, cha cha and waltz. You’ll be able to show off your moves at our next dance event.

WATER STRIDES #20202 (NO SUMMER) Day: Monday or Wednesday Dates: April 1 - June 5 Time: 1:30 – 2:30p.m. No Class: May 27 Where: Soundview Family YMCA Pool in Branford Instructor: YMCA Staff Fee: Mon. $45/Wed $50 non-res A great water aerobics class. A variety of moves and equipment make this a versatile and challeng-ing class. The pool is heated and includes a gentle ramp for pool entry.

OIL PAINTING 101 #20203/30222 Day: Thursday Dates: April 4 - June 27 July 11 - September 26 Time: 12:30 - 2:00p.m. (A1) 3:00 - 4:30p.m. (A2) Instructor: Emer Gearheart Fee: $65 res. / $75 non-res. Explore the world of art by starting with a black and white painting and progress to color.

PICKLEBALL #20210 / 30213

Apr 15th-July 5th & July 8-Sep 27 No Class: 4/19, 5/27, 7/4 & 9/2 No Class (B0 ONLY): May 8th Fee: $20 / $30 non resident Monday- Inter: 8:15-9:15am A1 CC Beg: 8:30-9:30am A2 Adams Inter: 9:30-10:30am A3 Adams Adv: 10:30-11:30am A4 Adams Adv: 1:00-2:00pm A5 CC Adv: 6:00-7:00pm A6 Adams Wednesday- Beg 8:30-9:30an A7 Adams Inter: 9:30-10:30am A8 Adams Adv: 10:30-11:30am A9 Adams Int: 6:00-7:00pm B0 CC Friday- Beg: 8:30-9:30am B1 Adams Inter: 9:30-10:30am B2 Adams Adv: 10:30-11:30am B3 Adams Educational Classes– Session 1: 8:30-9:30 C1 TBA 4/8, 4/10, 4/15, 4/17 Session 2: 8:30-9:30 C2 TBA 7/10, 7/12, 7/17, 7/19 Fee: $5 / $10 non resident

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ACTIVE ADULTS (55+) Note: Classes highlighted in blue contain summer session information

NEED LEGAL / FINANCIAL OR

MEDICARE ASSISTANCE Call (203) 453-8086 for more infor-

mation and to set up an appointment.

HOT MEALS

Hot Meals are available at the Community Center on Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and

Friday for a fee. Stop at the office for a monthly menu. Breakfast is also available

Monday - Friday from 8:00 - 10:30a.m.

ACTIVE ADULTS (55+)

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GUILFORD SENIORS

MONDAY

(8:30AM-3:30PM)

TUESDAY

(8:30AM-3:30PM)

WEDNESDAY

(8:30AM-3:30PM)

THURSDAY

(8:30AM-3:30PM)

FRIDAY

(8:30AM-3:30PM)

*Rides within Guilford

(Medical, errands, CC)

*Medical Appts to:

Branford,

N. Branford,

Madison,

Clinton

10:00-1:00 ONLY

*Medical Appts to:

New Haven, North Haven, Ham-

den, Westbrook &

VA Hospital

*Rides within Guilford

(Medical, errands, CC)

*Medical Appts to:

Branford,

N. Branford,

Madison,

Clinton

10:00-1:00 ONLY

*Medical Appts to:

New Haven, North Haven, Ham-

den, Westbrook &

VA Hospital

*Shop @ Big Y 9-10AM

* Limited Rides within

Guilford ONLY

(Medical or CC)

*Shop @ Big Y 9-10 AM

*Limited Rides within

Guilford

11:30-2:30PM ONLY

(Medical, errands, CC)

*Medical Appts to:

Branford,

N. Branford,

Madison, Only

*Rides within Guilford

(Medical, errands, CC)

*Medical Appts to:

Branford,

N. Branford,

Madison,

Clinton

10:00-1:00 ONLY

*Medical Appts to:

New Haven, North Haven, Ham-

den, Westbrook &

VA Hospital

TRANSPORTATION SERVICES - (203) 453-8086

*Curb-to-curb transportation services are provided to Guilford residents who are 55+ or

disabled to medical appointments, errands, shopping & the Community Center.

To schedule: Call 24-48 hours in advance. Provide the following:

*Name, Address & Phone Number / *Date, Time, Estimated Appointment Length / *Name, Address,

Phone Number of Appointment

* You MUST call upon completion of appointment for pick up

Please Note: All efforts are made to pick you up close to your appointment time, but sometimes, an early pick up is necessary. Wheelchair clients

who need assistance must be accompanied by a family member or aide who is able to transport to & from bus!

Program Day Time Location Bingo Fri 12:45-2:00PM Alexander

Bocce Tue 10:00-11:30AM Bocce Courts

Bridge 1 Mon 12:30-3:30PM Leete

Bridge 2 Mon 12:30-4:30PM Menunkatuck

Bridge 3 (1st) Wed 1:00-4:00PM Leete

Bridge 4 Thurs. 9:00-12:00PM Leete

Chorus Mon 11:00-12:00PM Alexander

Craft/Sewing Tue 10:00-12:00PM Quonnipaug

Knitting Mon 1:00-2:30PM Alexander

Mah Jong Tue 12:30-4:00PM Leete

Mah Jong-Beg Wed 10:00-1:00PM Alexander

Mah Jong-Beg Thurs. 10:00-12:00PM Faulkner

Mah Jong (1st&3rd) Fri 1:00-4:00PM Faulkner

Pinochle 1 Tue 9:30-12:00PM Alexander

Pinochle 2 Thurs. 9:00-12:00PM Alexander

Pinochle 3 Fri 9:00-12:00PM Alexander

Poker Thurs. 1:00-4:00PM Alexander

BE IN THE KNOW! Sign up for the Monthly 55+ newsletter to learn

about Programs, Trips, Daily Meals and Transpor-tation Services offered at the Community Center

for our residents 55+. E-Mail Copy No Charge Program #60117 A2 Mailed Copy $5.00/year Program #60117 A1

BEACH INFORMATION

LAKE QUONNIPAUG BEACH HOURS 

Route 77, North Guilford Monday - Friday: 9:30am- 7:30pm /

Saturday & Sunday: 10:00am - 6:00pm AMENITIES: Kayak/paddleboats, changing rooms, bathrooms,

showers, pavilion, hiking trails

LAKE QUONNIPAUG AND JACOBS BEACH ARE OPENED WEEKENDS FROM MEMORIAL DAY THROUGH JUNE 16. BEACHES WILL BE OPEN DAILY

BEGINNING JUNE 17 THROUGH THE END OF AUGUST.

JACOBS BEACH HOURS 

Seaside Avenue Monday - Friday: 9:00am - 5:00pm /

Saturday & Sunday:10:00am - 6:00pm AMENITIES: Pavilions, playground, bathrooms, showers, boat

racks, basketball 1/2 court, volleyball, corn hole,

BEACH PASSES Seasonal Pass Type Residents Non-Resident Program # $35.00 $70.00 38000 A1 Active Adult (Age 55+) or Veteran (must show valid ID) $10.00 $20.00 38000 A2

DAILY FEE FOR JACOBS BEACH AND LAKE QUONNIPAUG Residents: $10 for admission

Non-Residents: $20 for admission (ex: cars, bikers, walkers, etc.)

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GUILFORD EVENTS SCHEDULE

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2019 Events

Join Guilford Parks & Recreation in celebrating Summer with our collection of Guilford Green Events. Enjoy live entertainment on various weekend evenings. The summer event series is a great way to explore different decades of entertainment with family and friends. Attendees are welcome to bring lawn chairs or blankets to the Guilford Green for this wonderful summertime experi-ence (alcohol is prohibited on town property). Each free concert will last approximately one and a half hours. Shows will be moved to the Guilford Community Center if the weather is not suitable.

Summer Concert Series Since 2019 is the 50th anniversary of Woodstock, we will be featuring bands that played at the historic gathering of musical entertainment!

CJ West & Downtown Train Sunday, July 7; 6:30 - 8:00pm

All of the songs this group plays are from bands who played at Woodstock, including; The Who, Janis Joplin, Santana, Joan Bias, Arlo Guthrie, Grateful Dead, Jimi Hendrix, CCR and Joe Cocker!

Community Picnic & Fire-works Guilford Green & Fairgrounds Saturday, July 13; Picnic: 4:00-7:00p.m. Fireworks: 7:00-10:00p.m.

Activities for kids and Community Band concert on the Green. Music and fireworks display at the Fairgrounds.

Leaf Jumpers Sunday, July 28; 6:30 - 8:00pm This local band will play hits from Wood-stock 99’. They will feature hits from Counting Crows, Dave Matthews Band, Live, Rusted Root, and many more!

Shakespeare on the Green Wednesday-Sunday, August 1 - 5; Sponsored by Shoreline Arts Alliance

Who’s Next Sunday, August 11; 6:30 - 8:00pm This tribute band features all the hits from The Who. Their hard rocking style is a great tribute featuring songs like Behind Blue Eyes, Don’t Get Fooled Again, My Generation and more!

Santana Tribute (MiLargo) Sunday, August 18; 6:30 - 8:00pm Hits include Oye Como Va, Evil Ways, Black Magic Woman and other great hits from Santana!

CSN Songs - Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young Tribute Sunday, August 25; 6:30 - 8:00pm

The harmonies of Crosby, Stills, Nash & Young will be on our stage featuring Suite: Judy Blue Eyes, Cinnamon Girl, Our House and Woodstock. This group played to a large crowd on the green several years ago and would love to see everyone back this year!

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NEW TO TOWN: Come in and find out what we have to offer. We have programs, classes, trips, and facilities for all ages. We will be happy to make an appointment to show you around and explain any program of interest to you. We look forward to meeting you! PAYMENT: Payment must be made in full at the time of registration. There is a $30 charge for all checks returned by the bank. Programs are not prorat-ed. Donations received will go to the Florence Chittenden Scholarship Fund to help a needy child go to summer day camp. Non-Residents must add an additional $10 per participant per program. INCLEMENT WEATHER: Program cancellations are announced on the weather line. 203-453-8134 If school is canceled due to inclement weather, day programs are cancelled. After school and evening program cancellations will be announced on the weather line (see number above). If school is de-layed, recreation programs begin as scheduled. Weather updates can also be found Mon-Fri at www.guilfordparkrec.com. REFUND POLICY: Since programs are self-supporting and commitments need to be made to instructors and staff, the following is the department’s refund policy. Please read carefully before registering for a program. • A full refund will automatically be given for any program cancelled by the Department. • A partial refund may be given when requested in writing up to one week prior to the start of a program. • Once the decision has been made to run a particular program, no refund will be given unless there is a medical emergency and a doctor’s note must be pro-vided. No refunds will be given for any used portion of a program. INCLUSION POLICY: The Recreation Department intends to comply with the A.D.A. regulations. Participation in many of our non-adaptive pro-

grams is possible for those with special needs. Our programs and services are designed to be consistent with the principles of inclusion, natural supports, normalization, and least restrictive environments. We request advance notice to ensure that any needed personalized accommodations will be met. SCHOLARSHIP: Scholarships are available for all programs based on eligi-bility, please inquire. OOPS!: We apologize in advance for any mistake you may find in this bro-chure. Due to the continuous program information updates, rescheduling issues, as well as other circumstances, some information is subject to change or errors may occur. NOTE: All costs associated with the printing and mailing of this brochure are covered by program fees. MAKEUP CLASSES: Every effort will be made to makeup any cancelled class date. However, due to extenuating circumstances, this is not always pos-sible. We apologize for any inconvenience. No refunds will be given. PARTICIPATION: Participants may only attend the day and time of the program for which they are registered. Only persons registered in a program may participate in that program. CANCELLATION POLICY: We reserve the right to set a minimum and maximum for each program and to cancel any program due to low enrollment or weather conditions. One week prior to a program start date a decision will be made to cancel or run the program.

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Staff Title Email Rick Maynard Parks & Recreation Director [email protected] Ellen Clow Recreation Supervisor [email protected]

Terry Holland-Buckley Senior’s Program Coordinator [email protected] Tony Annicelli Park Foreman [email protected] Max Robbins Program Coordinator [email protected]

Patti Haggerty Office Assistant [email protected] Nancy Matyasovsky Administrative Assistant [email protected]

Todd Rake Custodian [email protected]

Connor Negri Program Coordinator [email protected]

Jennifer Knight Receptionist [email protected]

STAFF DIRECTORY

PROGRAM INFORMATION

PARKS AND RECREATION

COMMISSION MEMBERS

Rose Dostert, Chairman

Claire Kinkade-Dunn, Vice Chairman

Mark Coppola

John Jagielski

Tara Hunt-Melvin

Suzanne McDermott

Lawrence Rooney

Judy Sullivan

Diane VanSteenbergen

Kathy Stewart, Secretary

Commission meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 6:30p.m. at the

Community Center.

Nathanael B. Greene Community Center Office Hours: Monday through Friday

32 Church Street 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Guilford, CT 06437

Phone: (203) 453-8068 Fax: (203) 453-8456

Weather Line: (203) 453-8134 www.guilfordparkrec.com

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